Correction: A previous version of this story misspelled Brett Hildebrandt s last name on second reference.
OSHKOSH – After sitting vacant for more than 15 years, the redevelopment of the old Miles Kimball building on South Main Street took a step forward Tuesday.
The Oshkosh Common Council voted 6-0 Tuesday night to create a tax incremental financing district to assist the conversion of the building, 851 S. Main St., into apartments. Council member Bob Poeschl did not attend the meeting.
Husband and wife Brett Hildebrandt and Molly Urban plan to convert the 24,660-square-foot, four-story building into 28 one- and two-bedroom apartments. The couple, who both live in Oshkosh, see it as a way to help revitalize the broader Sawdust District on the city s south side.
OSHKOSH – Jason White, Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation CEO, announced Tuesday he will resign from the organization.
White will leave next month after he accepted a position closer to his family in Iowa, according to a press release from the organization.
Oshkosh Economic Development Board Chair Ken Arneson will lead the transition. Arneson is also CEO of Evergreen Retirement Community.
“Jason’s efforts to take care of area companies, entrepreneurs, and build workforce resulted in creating a stronger region,” Arneson said in a statement. “The organization has a talented team and enjoys important community support. The board wishes Jason well and will actively seek a new leader for Greater Oshkosh.”