Redevelopment Authority — Agenda Packet

A Quorum of the Administration Committee, Board of Public Works, Common Council, Personnel Committee, Plan Commission, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though no official action of these bodies will be taken. REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM First Floor Conference Rooms 100 Main Street, Menasha, WI AGENDA A. Call to Order B. Roll Call/Excused Absences C. Public Hearing D. Minutes to Approve 1. Redevelopment Authority, 9/24/26 E. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda (5 minute time limit for each person) F. Discussion / Action Items 1. Menasha Strong Recovery Plan 2. Set Next Meeting a. November 3, 2026 G. Adjournment If you have questions, please call the Community Development Department at (920) 967-3650 between 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. "Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and those with disabilities are invited to contact the Community Development Department at 967- 3650 24-hours in advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations." Page 1 of 6 THE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MENASHA Menasha Senior Center 116 Main Street, Menasha September 24, 2026 5:00 PM DRAFT MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Vanderhyden at 5:00pm. B. ROLL CALL/EXCUSED ABSENCES REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairs Kim Vanderhyden, Alderman Terri Perkins, Commissioners Alicia Buechler, Matt Vanderlinden, Ed Kassel, and Issac Geffers. REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEMBERS EXCUSED: Commissioner Stacey Milligan OTHERS PRESENT: CDD Dane, P&RD Sacket, PP Larsen, Heidi Quick, Mary W, Julie Filapek, Jeff Maloney, Ben Rohr, Brian Munson, Megan, Laura Welsh, Brian Adesso, Jennifer Sundstrom, Dannielle Rand, Abby Maslanka, Daryl Bell, Vicki Bokelman C. PUBLIC HEARING D. MINUTES TO APPROVE 1. Minutes of the August 25, 2026 Redevelopment Authority Meeting Chair Vanderhyden motioned to approve the August 25, 2026 Redevelopment Authority meeting minutes. Comm. Vanderlinden seconded the motion. The motion carried. E. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN ON THIS AGENDA (five (5) minute time limit for each person). No public comment received. F. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS 1. Introductions The Redevelopment Authority members, city staff, and members of the public introduced themselves. 2. Lawson Canal Draft Concept Plan Chair Vanderhyden provided a brief history of the Lawson Canal and CCD Dane provided context on the recent plan that was created and the reasoning for this updated plan and provided high level information of the concept plan that the Lawson Canal Ad Hoc Committee recently approved. 3. Professional Services for Recovery Planning CDD Dane provided information on the discussion that was had at previous Common Council meeting about the Menasha Strong Recovery Plan and provided context about the plan such as the Redevelopment Authority leading the coordination of the completion of the plan with the assistance of Vandewall & Associates and the major topics that would be covered on the plan which are neighborhood reinvestment, environmental resiliency, and public infrastructure. Page 2 of 6 General discussion ensued. A motion was presented by Chair Vanderhyden for the approval of spending up to $150,000 to support the preparation of the Menasha Strong Recovery Plan using up to $25,000 in budgeted engineering funds and an additional $125,000 in available Redevelopment Authority fund balance. The motion was seconded by Comm. Buechler. The motion passed. 4. Ad Hoc Group Discussion The discussion started with the introduction of the Vandewalle & Associates representative that were in attendance. These individuals provided context on previous relatable project that they worked on and what role they would play in the preparation and completion of the Menasha Strong Recovery Plan. General discussion was had about various concerns, opinions, and recommendations that individuals in attendance of the meeting had to assist with creating an effective recovery plan. G. COMMUNICATION H. ADJOURNMENT Chair Vanderhyden motioned to adjourn at 6:28pm. Comm. Vanderlinden seconded. The motion carried. Minutes submitted by PP Larsen Page 3 of 6 100 Main Street, Suite 200 | Menasha, Wisconsin 54952-3151 Phone (920) 967-3650 | Fax (920) 967-5272 | menashawi.gov City of Menasha | Department of Community Development MEMORANDUM DATE October 6 2026 TO The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Menasha FROM Andrew Dane, Community Development Director RE Menasha Strong Recovery Plan Purpose • Review project schedule, next steps, and recap of focus group meeting • Discussion on project goals and initial recovery ideas Project Schedule* *Throughout the next few months, City of Menasha committee input will be sought on specific topics, additional focus group meetings will occur with community stakeholders, and the City Council will be provided with regular updates. Page 4 of 6 2 of 3 Online Survey • A link to the survey will be provided to the groups and we could use your help getting the word out (friends, family, coworkers, impacted properties, displaced residents, local businesses, etc.). Project Website • This will act as the clearinghouse for all information throughout the project. • As times and locations are determined for events, that information will be made available. • A link will be provided to the groups next week. Neighborhood Outreach • Update from Neighorworks Green Bay • Timelne Follow-Up Discussion on Draft Project Goals • Ensure residents can remain in the area if they choose • Attract external resources to support new housing construction • Provide a mix of housing types, tenure options, and affordability levels • Establish a clear direction for rebuilding impacted neighborhoods • Create and adopt standards to ensure neighborhood compatibility • Streamline permitting and review procedures • Identify priority sites for housing and small businesses • Deliver public infrastructure efficiently • Reduce construction and redevelopment costs • Mitigate long-term tax base loss • Address infrastructure gaps/issues • Improve drainage and stormwater management • Improve or build back neighborhood amenities (trails, parks, tree canopy) Initial Recovery Framework - Discussion • Land Use Policies o Comprehensive Plan o Zoning Code Barriers  Potential solutions to enabling homeowners to rebuild and avoid incompatible development o Model housing designs • Infrastructure o Replacement of damaged/old utilities, new streets, stormwater improvements • Housing o Enable repair, rebuilding, and redevelopment o Diversity of housing types in the effective neighborhoods o Increase home ownership opportunities, find ways to facilitate affordability • Economic Page 5 of 6 3 of 3 o Small business support o Workforce retention o Strategic redevelopment  Recap of 3rd Street Corridor Focus Group Meeting • Environmental o Reforesting street trees o Waterway clean up o Park and open space repair and improvements • Health and Social o Quality of life enhancements (walkability, placemaking, etc.) o Formalizing neighborhood groups into associations • Funding o Leverage all available local, state, and federal dollars available  WHEDA site visit o Establish new local programs to support repair, rebuild, and redevelopment o Leverage partnerships (philanthropic, non-profits, foundations, corporations, volunteers, etc.) • Recovery Management o Define roles and responsibilities o Create implementer o Establish metrics and track progress Page 6 of 6