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Ashwaubenon CDA approves 18-month planning option extension for Merge LLC
Summary
The Community Development Authority approved an 18-month planning option extension for Merge LLC covering CDA-owned parcels VA-55C and VA-55D, allowing the parcels to be planned and used as a construction laydown area for Building 2; staff corrected a packet typo to state a $10,000 option fee.
The Village of Ashwaubenon Community Development Authority on Oct. 1 approved an 18-month planning option extension for Merge LLC covering parcels VA-55C and VA-55D, allowing the developer to plan those parcels and use them as a laydown/staging area during construction of Building 2.
Staff told the authority the extension is intended to cover the construction timeline for Building 2 and that the packet contained a fee typo; the planning option fee payable to the CDA is $10,000, not $15,000 as printed. Staff said construction plans for Building 2 have been approved by the state and that Merge expects to begin phase 2 activity this fall.
Justin Bolger, identified on the record as with Merge, said the team is “hoping to kick off, phase 2 here very soon and meeting weekly on that one.” Board members questioned liability while Merge uses CDA land; staff and Merge confirmed the agreement includes hold-harmless language and insurance protection, and the CDA will receive proof of insurance.
A motion to approve the extension was made, seconded and approved on a voice vote with all members saying “aye.” The authority did not record a roll-call vote in the transcript. The action authorizes staff and the developer to finalize the extension terms so Merge can proceed with Building 2 construction and begin planning for the two CDA parcels.
Staff said a rendering of Building 2 will be provided at a future agenda update.
