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Votes at a glance: ordinances and park resolutions carried by Oshkosh council Jan. 27, 2026
Summary
Council approved multiple ordinances and park resolutions, including removal of a mapped trail segment, scooter code updates, alcohol-code amendments, acceptance of a donated trackless train and a $70,000 donation for Red Arrow Park improvements.
At its Jan. 27, 2026 meeting the Oshkosh Common Council approved a series of ordinances and resolutions on the consent and action agendas. Key votes and outcomes:
- Ordinance 26-08: Approved removal of an officially mapped Tucker Trail segment (Vinland Street East to eastern terminus). Land Commission recommended approval; ordinance carried on roll call.
- Ordinance 26-09: Amended city code sections governing electric scooters and personal mobility devices to align rules with e-bike sidewalk/walkway discussions; ordinance carried on roll call.
- Ordinance 26-10: Amended portions of chapter 4 of the municipal code pertaining to alcohol beverages; ordinance carried on roll call.
- Resolution 26-49: Approved a $30,300 parks revenue facilities budget amendment and accepted the donated trackless train for Menomonee Park (carried; one recorded No in roll-call notation).
- Resolution 26-53: Approved discontinuation of amusement services at Menomonee Parks Childrens Amusement Center (carried six-zero in roll-call notation).
- Resolution 26-54: Approved seasonal operation dates for the donated trackless train (Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day) with loading/registration hub details; carried (six-zero in roll-call notation).
- Resolution 26-50: Approved installation of a plaque on the Riverwalk recognizing Burton Blasen (memorial); carried on roll call.
- Resolution 26-51: Accepted a $70,000 community donation to support Red Arrow Park athletic-field improvements and corresponding budget amendment; motion carried on roll call.
These votes concluded the meetings formal action items before council discussion and presentations later in the agenda.
