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Ord.13-13
| A | | Ord. 13-13 - To amend Chapter 114, Article X. - Zoning, Sign Regulations | Ordinance | Ord. 13-13
To amend Chapter 114, Article X. - Zoning, Sign Regulations, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin to create consistent height standards for pole / freestanding signs within the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
Part 1: In Sec. 114-1033. - Electronic message signs, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, “25 feet” in Sec. (b) (3) is hereby repealed and shall be replaced with “15 feet.”
Part 2: Sec. 114-1035. - Marquee signs, awnings and canopies, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, Sec. (a) (1) is hereby amended by adding the following:
“c. The maximum height shall not exceed 15 feet above curb level.”
Part 3: Sec. 114-1035. - Marquee signs, awnings and canopies, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, Sec. (b) (1) is hereby amended by adding the following sentence:
“Maximum height shall not exceed 15 feet above curb level.”
Part 4: Sec. 114-1064. - Signs permitted in R4, R5 and R6 districts, of the Municipal Code of the Cit | | |
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13-9237
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief requesting to discuss review and authorization for the Suburban Mutual Response Team (S.M.A.R.T.) mutual aid initiative agreement. (Res. No. 13-0342) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to discuss review and authorization for the Suburban Mutual Response Team (S.M.A.R.T.) mutual aid initiative agreement. (Res. No. 13-0342)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-26-13: Permission be granted to Police Chief to enter into the Suburban Mutual Response Team (S.M.A.R.T.) mutual aid agreement.
Fiscal Note: There is a one-time membership fee of $100.00. | Referred | |
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13-9239
| A | | claim of Isaiah Robinson | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Isaiah Robinson for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-26-13: The claim of Isaiah Robinson for alleged damages for repair to his car after driving over alleged potholes at or near the intersection of Three Mile Mile Road and LaSalle Street on or about May 3, 2013 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-9246
| A | | claim of Jimmie Nelson, Jr. | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jimmie Nelson, Jr. for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-26-13: The claim of Jimmie Nelson Jr. for alleged damages for repair to his car after it was allegedly struck by a a street sweeper while the car was parked in the 1800 block of Rapids Drive on or about July 19, 2013 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-9254
| A | | claim of Sari Bogosian | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Sari Bogosian for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-26-13: The claim of Sari Bogosian for alleged damages arising from sewer backup into her basement on or about May 9, 2000 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-9265
| A | | claim of Regency West Apartments for 2013 tax year | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Regency West Apartments LLC for an excessive real estate assessment and taxes of the property located at 2300 Loni Lane for the 2013 tax year for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-26-13: The claim of Regency West Apartments LLC for an excessive real estate assessment and taxes of the property located at 2300 Loni Lane for the 2013 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-9273
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0343) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply for & accept grant funds up to $250,000.00 from the Great Lakes Shoreline Cities Green Infrastructure Grants. (Grant Control No. 2013-022) (Res. No. 13-0343)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-26-13: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for & accept grant funds of up to $250,000.00 from the Great Lakes Shoreline Cities Green Infrastructure Grants with the stipulation that all details be brought back to the Finance & Personnel committee as they develop. (Grant Control No. 2013-022)
Fiscal Note: There is a 100% City match required. Funds to meet City match will be appropriated from CIP Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services and grant funds from the Health Department. | Referred | |
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13-9227
| A | | New ordinance relating to prohibiting long-term docking at the Rooney/Pugh Recreational Areas so as to protect general public access. (Ord. 14-13) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a new ordinance relating to prohibiting long-term docking at the Rooney/Pugh Recreational Areas so as to protect general public access. (Ord. 14-13)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-27-13: That the modifications to Ordinance 106-64, relating to long-term docking at the Rooney-Pugh Recreational Areas, and Ordinance 106-65, relating to the county sheriff’s water safety enforcement patrol, be approved.
Further recommends that the City Attorney be authorized and directed to create the proposed ordinance change, as approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-9227
| A | | New ordinance relating to prohibiting long-term docking at the Rooney/Pugh Recreational Areas so as to protect general public access. (Ord. 14-13) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a new ordinance relating to prohibiting long-term docking at the Rooney/Pugh Recreational Areas so as to protect general public access. (Ord. 14-13)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-27-13: That the modifications to Ordinance 106-64, relating to long-term docking at the Rooney-Pugh Recreational Areas, and Ordinance 106-65, relating to the county sheriff’s water safety enforcement patrol, be approved.
Further recommends that the City Attorney be authorized and directed to create the proposed ordinance change, as approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-9255
| A | | New ordinance and an increased forfeiture associated with the illegal dumping of waste tires. (Ord. 16-13) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderperson Kaprelian-Becker relating to a new ordinance and an increased forfeiture associated with the illegal dumping of waste tires. (Ord. 16-13)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-27-13 and 9-10-13: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-12-13: That Ordinance No. 16-13 to create Sec. 42-37, Waste Tire Generators and Transporters and recreate Sec. 42-28, Payment of Forfeiture in Lieu of Court Appearance to include increased forfeiture for the illegal dumping or accumulation of waste tires, in the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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13-9258
| A | | St. Edward Parish requesting to close 15th Street and the alley between West Blvd. and Grove Avenue for their annual parish festival from September 20, 2013 to September 21, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0346) | Communication | Subject: Communication from St. Edward Parish requesting to close 15th Street and the alley between West Blvd. and Grove Avenue for their annual parish festival from September 20, 2013 to September 21, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0346)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-27-13: That St. Edward’s Parish be granted permission to close 15th Street and the alley from West Boulevard to Grove Avenue, from 3:00 p.m. Thursday, September 19, 2013, to 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 22, 2013, for a church festival.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provi | Referred | |
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13-9261
| A | | Request for a public hearing for paving of the alley bounded by Romayne Ave. to Walton Ave; Green St. to St. Clair St. (Res. No. 13-0348) | Communication | Subject: Communication, on the behalf of constituents, from Alderman Kaprelian-Becker, requesting a public hearing for paving of the alley bounded by Romayne Ave. to Walton Ave; Green St. to St. Clair St. (Res. No. 13-0348)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-27-13: That the prayer of the petitioners be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the alley bounded by Romayne Avenue, Walton Avenue, Green Street and St. Clair Street.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners. | Referred | |
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13-9262
| A | | Request for a public hearing for paving of the East-West portion of the alley bounded by Jones Ave. to Walton Ave.; Charles St. to Geneva St. (EW)(Res. No. 13-0349) | Communication | Subject: Communication, on the behalf of constituents, from Alderman Kaprelian-Becker, requesting a public hearing for paving of the East-West portion of the alley bounded by Jones Ave. to Walton Ave.; Charles St. to Geneva St. (EW) (Res. No. 13-0349)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-27-13: That the prayer of the petitioners be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the east-west alley bounded by Jones Avenue, Walton Avenue, Charles Street and Geneva Street.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners. | Referred | |
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13-9263
| A | | Request for a public hearing for paving of the alleys bounded by Jones Ave. to Goold St.; La Salle St. to Geneva St. (N-S) W. Alley bounded by Jones Ave. to Goold St.; La Salle St. to Geneva St. (E-W). Alley bounded by Jones Ave. to Goold St.; La Salle St | Communication | Subject: Communication, on the behalf of constituents, from Alderman Kaprelian-Becker, requesting a public hearing for paving of the alleys bounded by Jones Ave. to Goold St.; La Salle St. to Geneva St. (N-S) W. Alley bounded by Jones Ave. to Goold St.; La Salle St. to Geneva St. (E-W). Alley bounded by Jones Ave. to Goold St.; La Salle St. to Geneva St. (N-S) E. (Res. No. 13-0350)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-27-13: That the prayer of the petitioners be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the north-south alleys (2) and the east-west alley (1) bounded by Jones Avenue, Goold Street, LaSalle Street and Geneva Street.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners. | Referred | |
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13-9193
| A | | claim of Renee Tahmazian | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Renee Tahmazian for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-12-13: The claim of Renee Tahmazian be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9205
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee to present the 2012 Financial Statements of the City of Racine and the 2012 auditor communication report. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee to present the 2012 Financial Statements of the City of Racine and the 2012 auditor communication report.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-12-13: Receive and File
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9207
| A | | Communication from the Directof of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0326) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting a transfer of funds for Laurel Clark Fountain Attendant Contractual Services. (Res. No. 13-0326)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-12-13: Permission be granted to transfer funds for Laurel Clark Fountain Attendant Contractual Services.
Fiscal Note: Transfer of $13,000 for Laurel Clark Fountain Attendant Contractual Services from 101.710.5020 to 101.710.5600. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9208
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0327) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a donation from the Racine Community Foundation in the amount of $30,600 for Lockwood Park. (Res. No. 13-0327)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-12-13: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a donation from the Racine Community Foundation in the amount of $30,600 for Lockwood Park.
Fiscal Note: Donation of $30,600 for Lockwood Park. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9209
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0328) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply for & accept grant funds from the Racine Community Foundation in the amount of $1,500.00 for the GED/HSED High School Equivalency Program (Grant Control No. 2013-021). (Res. No. 13-0328)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-12-13: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for & accept grant funds from the Racine Foundation in the amount of $1,500.00 for the GED/HSED High School Equivalency Program (Grant Control No. 2013-021).
Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $1,500.00. There is no City match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9232
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Finance requesting submittal of the General and Health Insurance Funds activities for the first six months of 2013. | Communication | Subject:(Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Finance requesting submittal of the General and Health Insurance Funds activities for the first six months of 2013.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-12-13: Receive and File
Fiscal Note: Expenditures for the first half of 2013 appear to be on target. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9245
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Human Resources Manager and Deputy City Attorney submitting the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 430, AFL-CIO 2013 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 13-0329) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Human Resources Manager and Deputy City Attorney submitting the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 430, AFL-CIO 2013 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 13-0329)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 8-12-13:Recommend approval of the negotiated collective bargaining agreement.
Fiscal Note: Total base wages will increase .2485% over 2012 total base wages. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9166
| A | | "Tax Benefit Analysis of Brick Street". | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderperson of the 2nd District requesting that Alex Sarrazin present on "Tax Benefit Analysis of Brick Street".
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9201
| A | | Request for the installation of a street light at 16th & Clark. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderperson of the 2nd District requesting the installation of a street light at 16th and Clark.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: In accordance with Section 2-94 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, the following street lighting changes be approved: Upgrade one (1) 100-watt high-pressure sodium street light to the maximum wattage on Clark Street 185' north of 16th Street.
Fiscal Note: The estimated installation cost of this lighting is $250.00 and the annual operating cost is $180.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9211
| A | | Bid results on Contract 42-13 (K3-047), 2013 Parking Ramp Maintenance (R1). (Res. No. 13-0321) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 42-13 (K3-047), 2013 Parking Ramp Maintenance (R1). (Res. No. 13-0331)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That Contract 42-13 (K3-047), 2013 Parking Ramp Maintenance (R1), be awarded to CWS Source, Inc., dba Structure Werks, Brookfield, WI, at their bid price of $418,450.50, they being the only responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 106.993.6750, Ramp Improvement Construction. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9215
| A | | Bid results on Contract 50-13 (K3-055), Masonry Restoration-Memorial Hall. (Res. No. 13-0332) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 50-13 (K3-055), Masonry Restoration-Memorial Hall. (Res. No. 13-0332)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That Contract 50-13 (K3-055), Masonry Restoration-Memorial Hall, be awarded to RAZA of Racine, LLC, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $199.000.00 plus Alternate Bid 1 in the amount of $30,000.00 for a total contract of $229,000.00, they being the only responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 181,849.00 - Account 108.993.520 West Stairs
$ 47,151.00 - Account 108.993.5510, Memorial Hall Tuckpointing
$ 229,000.00 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9216
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to Contract 01-13 (K3-001) - PS - Stormwater Utility, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 13-0333) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 01-13 (K3-001) - Professional Services - Stormwater Utility, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 13-0333)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 1-13 (K3-001), Professional Services - Stormwater Utility, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.993.5450, Graceland Pond Dredging. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9218
| A | | Real Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way on Sunday, September 22, 2013, for "The Biggest Loser Run/Walk". (Res. No. 13-0380) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way on Sunday, September 22, 2013, for "The Biggest Loser Run/Walk". (Res. No. 13-0380)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That the Real Racine be granted permission to close city right-of-way, as listed below, for “The Biggest Loser Run/Walk” on Sunday, September 22, 2013, from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in accordance with their request.
Lake Avenue from 4th Street to 5th Street;
4th Street from Lake Avenue to Festival Park;
Christopher Columbus Causeway (County) down and back to Lake Michigan Pathway (City) to Main Street;
Main Street from Gaslight Drive to Dodge Street;
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard;
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Reichert Court (right lane);
Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to Lake Michigan Pathway; (right lane);
Lake Michigan Pathway from Michigan Boulevard (S) to Michigan Boulevard (N);
Michigan Boulevard from Augusta Street to Lombard Avenue (right lane);
Lombard Avenue from Michigan Boulevard to | Referred | |
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13-9220
| A | | Waive formal bidding for repairs to the HVAC equipment at the Safety building and City Hall. (Res. No. 13-0330) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding for repairs to the HVAC equipment at the Safety building and City Hall. (Res. No. 13-0330)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into Contract 55-13 (K3-060), Repair HVAC Equipment at Safety Building and City Hall, with Johnson Controls, Inc., Waukesha, WI, for the lump sum cost of $43,910.00.
Further recommend that funding to defray the cost of this work is available in Account 404.000.5670, Building Complex-Building Maintenance and Repairs.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9230
| A | | Amendment No. 2 to State Project ID: 2704-00-03, Ohio Street - 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0334) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 2 to State Project ID: 2704-00-03, Ohio Street - 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0334)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That Amendment No. 2 on the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Clark Dietz, Inc., State Contract ID: 2704-00-03, Ohio Street, 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), be approved in the amount of $3,786.15, with the City's share being $757.23.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 993.908.5100, Ohio St.-16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9241
| A | | Easement for sanitary sewer and storm water for the property located at 3727 Twentieth Street. (Res. No. 13-0336) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting an easement for sanitary sewer and storm water for the property located at 3727 Twentieth Street. (Res. No. 13-0336)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That the City Attorney take the necessary steps to enter into a sanitary sewer and storm water easement agreement for existing and proposed sanitary sewer and storm water infrastructure located at 3727 20th Street - Tax #23782000, more particularly described as follows:
That part of Walker Addition, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 19 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows:
A 20 foot wide sewer easement east of the original center line of vacated Monroe Avenue and 109 feet south of the south line of 20th Street to the south line of 20th Street.
Said described tract containing 2,180 square feet more-or-less.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9242
| A | | Easement for sanitary sewer and storm water for the property located at 2017 Lathrop Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0337) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting an easement for sanitary sewer and storm water for the property located at 2017 Lathrop Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0337)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That the City Attorney take the necessary steps to enter into a sanitary sewer and storm water easement agreement for existing and proposed sanitary sewer and storm water infrastructure located at 2017 Lathrop Avenue - Tax #23786001, more particularly described as follows:
That part of Walker Addition, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 19 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows:
A 40 foot wide sewer easement centered along the original center line of vacated Monroe Avenue 229 feet south of the south line of 20th Street to 109 feet south of the south line of 20th Street and a 20 foot wide sewer easement west of the original center line of vacated Monroe Avenue and 109 feet south of the south line o | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9243
| A | | Easement for sanitary sewer and storm water for the property located at 2005 Lathrop Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0338) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting an easement for sanitary sewer and storm water for the property located at 2005 Lathrop Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0338)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That the City Attorney take the necessary steps to enter into a sanitary sewer and storm water easement agreement for existing and proposed sanitary sewer and storm water infrastructure located at 2005 Lathrop Avenue - Tax #23786000, more particularly described as follows:
That part of Walker Addition, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 19 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows:
A 40 foot wide sewer easement centered along the original center line of vacated Monroe Avenue 469 feet north of the north line of 21st Street to the north line of 21st Street.
Said described tract containing 18,760 square feet more-or-less.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9250
| A | | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 13-13 (K3-013), 2103 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I (R1), RAZA of Racine LLC, contractor. (Res. No. 13-0335) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 13-13 (K3-013), 2013 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I (R1), RAZA of Racine LLC, contractor. (Res. No. 13-0335)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-13-13: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 13-13 (K3-013), 2013 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I (R1), RAZA of Racine, LLC, contractor, be approved in the amount of $8,073.18.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 993.908.5510, Sidewalks New. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9185
| A | | (New) Application of Taos Chili,Dale Destiche, Agent for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 300 Sixth Street. (1st District) | Communication | Subject:(New) Application of Taos Chili,Dale Destiche, Agent for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 300 Sixth Street. (1st District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9210
| A | | (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 07-30-13 | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 07-30-13 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9217
| A | | Communication from Roberts Roost 600 6th Street, requesting to amend their Premise Description to include their existing patio. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Roberts Roost 600 6th Street, requesting to amend their Premise Description to include their existing patio. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9231
| A | | :(Direct Referral) The application of Don's Towing & Truck Service, LLC for a 2013-2014 Motor Vehicle Towing License. (Renewal) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) The application of Don's Towing & Truck Service, LLC for a 2013-2014 Motor Vehicle Towing License. (Renewal) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9027
| A | | Regional Housing Plan (Res. No. 13-0339) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission requesting endorsement of the Regional Housing Plan. (Res. No. 13-0339)
Recommendation of the Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission on 8-8-13: That the Common Council endorses the plan with the recommendation that there be more collaboration regarding transportation, affordable housing, family supportive wage, and skill sets enhancement with equal emphasis given to all four topics.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-14-13: That the Common Council adopts a resolution endorsing the plan.
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13-9249
| A | | CU 2049 Taylor Avenue (Res. No. 13-0340) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Anthony Parker for a conditional use approval to locate a tattoo establishment at 2049 Taylor Avenue. (PC-13) (Res. No. 13-0340)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-14-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9275
| A | | Ord.13-13 | Communication | Subject: (Ord.13-13) An ordinance amending Chapter 114, Article X of the Municipal Code to create consistent height standards for pole/freestanding signs within the City of Racine.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-14-13: That the ordinance be adopted.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 9-11-13: That the ordinance be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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13-9257
| A | | Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Rodolfo and Silvina Beltran to purchase 508 Randolph Street, an NSP- property. (Res. No. 13-0341) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Rodolfo and Silvina Beltran to purchase 508 Randolph Street, an NSP-3 property. (Res. No. 13-0341)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on August 15, 2013:
To approve the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Rodolfo and Silvina Beltran to purchase 508 Randolph Street, an NSP-3 property. Further, that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and renovated through the NSP-3 program. The City will receive $50,000 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9138
| A | | (Direct Referral) communication from the Council President requesting a review of the duties, responsibilities and obligations of the Fire Department. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) communication from the Council President requesting a review of the duties, responsibilities and obligations of the Fire Department.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 08-05-2013: the Item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9264
| A | | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:
Appoint Cory Mason III 1328 Racine St, Racine, 53403 to the Business Improvement District Board #3 - Uptown, representing Twin Disc, Inc. to a 3 year term expiring December 31, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9109
| A | | Focus on Community requesting to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on September 7, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0304) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Focus on Community requesting to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on September 7, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0304)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-30-13: That Focus on Community be granted permission to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on Saturday, September 7, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay any costs associated with bagging of parking meters.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City depa | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-9219
| A | | Communication from the Root River Council, Inc. requesting to host the first annual River Fest at Island Park on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. and further requests abatement of the park fees. (Res. No. 13-0325) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Root River Council, Inc. requesting to host the first annual River Fest at Island Park on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. and further requests abatement of the park fees. (Res. No. 13-0325)
Also, refer to the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-12-13: Permission be granted to the Root River Council, Inc. to host the first annual River Fest at Island Park on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. without abatement of fees.
Fiscal Note: Estimated $450 for fees and $200 deposit. Final fee amount will be determined as event is finalized.
Recommendation of Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 8-14-13: To approve the communication from the Root River Council, Inc. to host a first annual festival at Island Park on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. and further request
A. A waiver of ordinance 70.104 for overnight parking of vehicles and trailers;
B. A certificate of liability insura | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.13-0325
| A | | River Fest at Island Park | Resolution | River Fest at Island Park
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Root River Council, Inc. to host the first annual River Fest at Island Park on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. without abatement of fees.
Further resolved, that permission is granted with the following stipulations:
A. A waiver of ordinance 70.104 for overnight parking of vehicles and trailers;
B. A certificate of liability insurance certificate be filed prior to the event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. The sponsor shall pay a per day special event fee and deposit to be determined by the PRCS Department; and
E. Animals be allowed as approved by PRCS staff.
Fiscal Note: Estimated $450.00 for fees and $200.00 deposit. Final fee amount will be determined as event is finalized. Special event fees and deposit to be determined by the
PRCS Department. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0326
| A | | Laurel Clark Fountain Attendant Contractual Services | Resolution | Laurel Clark Fountain Attendant Contractual Services
Resolved, that permission is granted to transfer funds for Laurel Clark Fountain Attendant Contractual Services.
Fiscal Note: Transfer of $13,000.00 for Laurel Clark Fountain Attendant Contractual Services from 101.710.5020 to 101.710.5600. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0327
| A | | Donation from Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood Park | Resolution | Donation from Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood Park
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a donation from the Racine Community Foundation in the amount of $30,600.00 for Lockwood Park.
Fiscal Note: Donation of $30,600.00 for Lockwood Park. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0328
| A | | Grant from Racine Community Foundation for the GED / HSED High School Equivalency Program | Resolution | Grant from Racine Community Foundation for the GED / HSED High School Equivalency Program
Resolved, that permission is granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for & accept grant funds from the Racine Foundation in the amount of $1,500.00 for the GED / HSED High School Equivalency Program (Grant Control No. 2013-021).
Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $1,500.00. There is no City match required. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0329
| A | | International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 430, AFL-CIO 2013 Collective Bargaining Agreement | Resolution | International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 430, AFL-CIO 2013 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Resolved, that the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 430, AFL-CIO 2013 negotiated collective bargaining agreement, submitted by the Human Resources Manager and Deputy City Attorney, is approved.
Fiscal Note: Total base wages will increase .2485% over 2012 total base wages. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0330
| A | | HVAC Equipment at Safety Building and City Hall | Resolution | HVAC Equipment at Safety Building and City Hall
Resolved, that formal bidding procedures are waived and that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into Contract 55-13 (K3-060), Repair HVAC Equipment at Safety Building and City Hall, with Johnson Controls, Inc., Waukesha, WI, for the lump sum cost of $43,910.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this work is available in Account 404.000.5670, Building Complex-Building Maintenance and Repairs.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0331
| A | | Contract 42-13 (K3-047), 2013 Parking Ramp Maintenance (R1) | Resolution | Contract 42-13 (K3-047), 2013 Parking Ramp Maintenance (R1)
Resolved, that Contract 42-13 (K3-047), 2013 Parking Ramp Maintenance (R1), is awarded to CWS Source, Inc., dba Structure Werks, Brookfield, WI, at their bid price of $418,450.50, they being the only responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 106.993.6750, Ramp Improvement Construction. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0332
| A | | Contract 50-13 (K3-055), Masonry Restoration-Memorial Hall | Resolution | Contract 50-13 (K3-055), Masonry Restoration-Memorial Hall
Resolved, that Contract 50-13 (K3-055), Masonry Restoration-Memorial Hall, is awarded to RAZA of Racine, LLC, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $199,000.00 plus Alternate Bid 1 in the amount of $30,000.00 for a total contract of $229,000.00, they being the only responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$181,849.00 - Account 108.993.520 West Stairs
$ 47,151.00 - Account 108.993.5510, Memorial Hall Tuckpointing
$229,000.00 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0333
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to Contract 01-13 (K3-001) - Professional Services - Stormwater | Resolution | Amendment No. 1 to Contract 01-13 (K3-001) - Professional Services - Stormwater
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 1-13 (K3-001), Professional Services - Stormwater Utility, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $25,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.993.5450, Graceland Pond Dredging. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0334
| A | | Amendment No. 2 to State Project ID: 2704-00-03, Ohio Street - 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20) | Resolution | Amendment No. 2 to State Project ID: 2704-00-03, Ohio Street - 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20)
Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 on the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Clark Dietz, Inc., State Contract ID: 2704-00-03, Ohio Street, 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), is approved in the amount of $3,786.15, with the City's share being $757.23.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 993.908.5100, Ohio St.-16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20). | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0335
| A | | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 13-13 (K3-013), 2103 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I (R1) | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 13-13 (K3-013), 2103 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I (R1)
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 13-13 (K3-013), 2013 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I (R1), RAZA of Racine, LLC, contractor, is approved in the amount of $8,073.18.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 993.908.5510, Sidewalks New. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0336
| A | | Easement for Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water for Property Located at 3727 Twentieth Street | Resolution | Easement for Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water for Property Located at 3727 Twentieth Street
Resolved, that the City Attorney take the necessary steps to enter into a sanitary sewer and storm water easement agreement for existing and proposed sanitary sewer and storm water infrastructure located at 3727 20th Street - Tax #23782000, more particularly described as follows:
That part of Walker Addition, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 19 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows:
A 20 foot wide sewer easement east of the original center line of vacated Monroe Avenue and 109 feet south of the south line of 20th Street to the south line of 20th Street. Said described tract containing 2,180 square feet more-or-less.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0337
| A | | Easement for Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water for Property Located at 2017 Lathrop Avenue | Resolution | Easement for Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water for Property Located at 2017 Lathrop Avenue
Resolved, that the City Attorney take the necessary steps to enter into a sanitary sewer and storm water easement agreement for existing and proposed sanitary sewer and storm water infrastructure located at 2017 Lathrop Avenue - Tax #23786001, more particularly described as follows:
That part of Walker Addition, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 19 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows:
A 40 foot wide sewer easement centered along the original center line of vacated Monroe Avenue 229 feet south of the south line of 20th Street to 109 feet south of the south line of 20th Street and a 20 foot wide sewer easement west of the original center line of vacated Monroe Avenue and 109 feet south of the south line of 20th Street to the south line of 20th Street. Said described tract containing 6,980 square feet more-or-less.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0338
| A | | Easement for Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water for Property Located at 2005 Lathrop Avenue | Resolution | Easement for Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water for Property Located at 2005 Lathrop Avenue
Resolved, that the City Attorney take the necessary steps to enter into a sanitary sewer and storm water easement agreement for existing and proposed sanitary sewer and storm water infrastructure located at 2005 Lathrop Avenue - Tax #23786000, more particularly described as follows:
That part of Walker Addition, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 19 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows:
A 40 foot wide sewer easement centered along the original center line of vacated Monroe Avenue 469 feet north of the north line of 21st Street to the north line of 21st Street. Said described tract containing 18,760 square feet more-or-less.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0339
| A | | Endorsement of the Year 2035 Regional Housing Plan | Resolution | Endorsement of the Year 2035 Regional Housing Plan
WHEREAS, the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, has the function and duty of adopting a master plan for the physical development of the Southeastern Wisconsin Region; and
WHEREAS, the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission adopted on March 13, 2013, a housing plan for the development of the Region to the year 2035 titled SEWRPC Planning Report No. 54, A Regional Housing Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035; and
WHEREAS, the commission has transmitted certified copies of its resolution adopting the housing plan, together with the aforementioned SEWRPC Planning Report No. 54, to the country and local units of government of the Southeastern Wisconsin Region; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council believes that the housing plan prepared by the Commission will be a valuable guide not only to the development of the Region but of the community as well, and that the endorsement of such plan by the Common Council will assure a common understanding by the several governmental levels and agencies concerned a | | |
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Res.13-0340
| A | | Tattoo Establishment at 2049 Taylor Avenue | Resolution | That the Request by Anthony Parker to operate a tattoo establishment at 2049 Taylor Avenue is approved subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 14, 2013 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all license requirements with the State Department of Health Services and with the City of Racine be obtained, complied with, and kept current.
c. That all trash and recyclables be kept in closed containers and stored in the building until the scheduled pick-up day. All sharps or other hazardous materials used in the administering of a tattoo or piercing shall be disposed of in accordance with all state and local regulations.
d. That no loitering be allowed in or around the building.
e. That the hours of operation shall be 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
f. That the sale of food and drink not be allowed.
g. That the parking lot be striped to meet parking stall standard sizes prior to occupancy.
h. That the wood boards along the front bottom of the building be re-painted black.
i. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0341
| A | | Purchase of 508 Randolph Street | Resolution | Purchase of 508 Randolph Street
Resolved, that the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Rodolfo and Silvina Beltran to purchase 508 Randolph Street, an NSP-3 property is approved.
Further resolved, that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and renovated through the NSP-3 program. The City will receive $50,000.00 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs. | Adopted | Pass |
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