Oshkosh Sustainability Advisory Board 8/3/26

The City of Oshkosh Sustainability Advisory Board met on August 3, 2026, to discuss various sustainability initiatives and community engagement activities. Key procurement-related topics included updates on the stormwater utility credit application process, where a $10.58 application fee is paid to the engineering department for inspection and approval of residential stormwater management installations such as rain barrels and rain gardens. The board also reviewed energy efficiency incentive programs offered by Focus on Energy, which provides free consulting and financial incentives to municipalities for energy-saving projects, with ongoing collaboration planned to identify further opportunities. Additionally, the board discussed upcoming projects with the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh environmental studies senior seminar, focusing on composting, waste reduction, urban agriculture, and sustainable transportation systems. While no direct contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, the meeting highlighted ongoing partnerships and potential future projects that could involve procurement activities related to sustainability and energy efficiency.