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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 8/17/2010 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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10-5488 A claim of Beatrice OlsenClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Beatrice Olsen for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-23-10: The claim of Beatrice Olsen, 3412 Washington Ave., requesting reimbursement in the amount of $1,455.00 for alleged damages arising from a sewer backup in her basement on or about June 1, 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5480 A Communication to Accept OJA/UASI Grant 2009-HS-19G-7920 for Technical Rescue Equipment and TrainingCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept OJA/UASI Grant 2009-HS-19G-7920 for Technical Rescue Equipment and Training. Grant Control Number 2010-029. (Res.10-2157) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-23-10: Permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept OJA/UASI Grant 2009-HS-19G-7920 for Technical Rescue Equipment and Training. Grant Control Number 2010-029. Fiscal Note: There is no local hard or soft match.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5481 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a donation of $50.00 from Randy and Mary Urick.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a donation of $50.00 from Randy and Mary Urick. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-23-10: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to accept a donation of $50.00 from Randy and Mary Urick. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5482 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting the City of Racine enter into a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection for weights and measures inspection services.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting the City of Racine enter into a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection for weights and measures inspection services. (Res.10-2158) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-23-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection for weights and measures inspection services. Fiscal Note: The City will be charged for 33 days, for the 2010-2011 fiscal year at $400 per day to cover the cost of services rendered. Annual fees payable to the Department shall be in the amount of $13,200, except as otherwise agreed upon for succeeding contract periods.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5431 A Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring the City of Racine Building Department not grant a raze permit or building permit for the property located at 1132 Irving Place for the next 60-days.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring the City of Racine Building Department not grant a raze permit or building permit for the property located at 1132 Irving Place for the next 60-days. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-31-10: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5467 A St. Edward Parish requesting to close 15th Street and the alley between West Blvd. and Grove Avenue for their Fall Fun Fest from September 24, 2010 to September 26, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from St. Edward Parish requesting to close 15th Street and the alley between West Blvd. and Grove Avenue for their Fall Fun Fest from September 24, 2010 to September 26, 2010. (Res.10-2163) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-31-10: That St. Edward Parish be granted permission to close 15th Street and the alley bounded by 15th Street, 16th Street, West Boulevard and Grove Avenue, from 3:00 p.m. Friday, September 24, 2010, through Sunday, September 26, 2010, for a Fall Fun Festival. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. 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 provide limited assistanceReferred  Action details Not available
10-5479 A Request to pave alley bounded by Hayes/Blaine/Kinzie/Lindermann and that a preliminary resolution be drafted for a public hearing on this matter.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District, on behalf of his constituent, requesting the alley bounded by Hayes/Blaine/Kinzie/Lindermann be paved and also requests that a preliminary resolution be drafted for a public hearing on this matter. (Res.10-2169) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-31-10: That the prayer of the petitioner be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the alley bounded by Hayes Avenue, Blaine Avenue, Kinzie Avenue and Lindermann Avenue. Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5483 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of James Huard (3005 Elm Lane) requesting a turn arrow for traffic turning south on Taylor from Durand.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of James Huard (3005 Elm Lane) requesting a turn arrow for traffic turning south on Taylor from Durand. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-20-10: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5432 A communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring a 60-day moratorium on all in-fill construction in the City of Racine to review the policies and procedures involved in selecting property developers and contractors including the role of the CCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring a 60-day moratorium on all in-fill construction in the City of Racine to review the policies and procedures involved in selecting property developers and contractors including the role of the City of Racine in a general contractor or similar role to begin immediately upon approval by the Common Council.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5435 A communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring a 60-day moratorium on the transfer of property by the City of Racine and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to Habitat for Humanity to review the policies and procedures of suchCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring a 60-day moratorium on the transfer of property by the City of Racine and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to Habitat for Humanity to review the policies and procedures of such transfers to begin immediately upon approval by the Common Council. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-25-10: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 9-3-10: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5435 A communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring a 60-day moratorium on the transfer of property by the City of Racine and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to Habitat for Humanity to review the policies and procedures of suchCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring a 60-day moratorium on the transfer of property by the City of Racine and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to Habitat for Humanity to review the policies and procedures of such transfers to begin immediately upon approval by the Common Council. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-25-10: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 9-3-10: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5430 A communication from the Alderpersons of the 1st District, the 2nd District, and the 6th District requiring that the Mayor of the City of Racine appoint at least two (2) Alderman to the City of Racine Loan Review Board and that the Alderman with the most seCommunicationSubject: communication from the Alderpersons of the 1st District, the 2nd District, and the 6th District requiring that the Mayor of the City of Racine appoint at least two (2) Alderman to the City of Racine Loan Review Board and that the Alderman with the most seniority on the Board report out the Board's actions for approval by the Common Council. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-07-2010: that the Item be Deferred. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-21-2010: that the Item be Deferred. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10-05-2010: that the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5487 A Request that an agreement with RCEDC for administration of a brownfields clean-up revolving loan fund be approved.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting that the City enter into an agreement with Racine County Economic Development Corporation for the administration of a new brownfields cleanup-revolving loan fund (BC-RLF) which was awarded to the City in the form of a grant by the US Environmental Protection Agency. (Res.10-2162) Recommendation by the Economic Development Committee on 8-23-10: That the agreement with Racine County Economic Development Corporation for administration of Brownfields Cleanup - Revolving Loan Fund (BC-RLF) be approved. Fiscal Note: There is no cost to city. The grant is for $1,000,000; borrowers are required to provide a match of not less than 20% for each project. The cost of administration will be provided from fees and interest earned by the fund.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5485 A Communication from Annmarie G. Klyzub requesting a ban on smoking in City parks.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Annmarie G. Klyzub requesting a ban on smoking in City parks. (Ord.1-11) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 9-8-10: To defer to the next meeting. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services 11-17-10: To defer to the next meeting, and further requests that Staff work with the City Attorney to bring ideas back to the Board at the next meeting. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services 12-8-10: To defer to the next meeting. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 1-12-11: To adopt the language as proposed. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole 02-01-2011: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5501 A Communication from Ald. David L. Maack regarding Senior Center Parking only during designated times at Lakeview.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Ald. David L. Maack regarding Senior Center Parking only during designated times at Lakeview.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5415 A claim of Dennis ThompsonClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Dennis Thompson for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance Department & Personnel Committee on 8-9-10: The claim of Dennis Thompson, 1753 Park Ave., requesting reimbursement of $3,000 arising from a warrant recommendation made to the Racine County District Attorney by the Police Department as the result of a complaint received on March 10, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5417 A claim of Valentin Saldivar and Amelia SaldivarClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Valentin Saldivar and Amelia Saldivar for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance Department & Personnel Committee on 8-9-10: The claim of Valentin Saldivar and Amelia Saldivar requesting $1,836.61 for repairs after a tree allegedly fell on their parked vehicle during the storm on June 18, 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5418 A claim of Maricela MartinezClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Maricela Martinez for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-9-10: The claim of Maricela Martinez, 2037 Franklin St., requesting reimbursement of $665 for repairs to her vehicle after a tree branch allegedly fell on her parked vehicle during a storm on June 18, 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5331 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to apply for the Focus on Energy LED Streetlight Retrofit grant.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to apply for the Focus on Energy LED Streetlight Retrofit grant. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-9-10: Item to be received and filed because the program for FOE incentive for custom LED incentive grants were eliminated through 12-31-10. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5396 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the 2010 USDOJ, COPS, Child Sexual Predator Program grant (Grant Control # 2010-028). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the 2010 USDOJ, COPS, Child Sexual Predator Program grant (Grant Control # 2010-028). (Res.10-2142) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 8-9-10: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $299,700 2010 United State Department of Justice, COPS, Child Sexual Predator Program grant (Grant Control No. 2010-028). Fiscal Note: There is a soft match required on the part of the City. The City will continue staffing the CAC for a third year being approximately 20 hours each week.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5421 A Communication from Kuko Padilla requesting the waiving of rental fees to use the Skateboard Park and a portion of Pershing Park for the annual Bike Jam on Saturday, September 4, 2010 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 pm.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kuko Padilla requesting the waiving of rental fees to use the Skateboard Park and a portion of Pershing Park for the annual Bike Jam on Saturday, September 4, 2010 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 pm. (Res.10-2140) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-9-10: Permission be granted for the fees to be waived for Kuko Padilla to utilize the Pershing Skateboard Park and a portion of Pershing Park for the annual "Bike Jam" on Saturday, September 4, 2010 with a Hold Harmless Agreement. Fiscal Note: The Park's Department fee would have been $318. Mr. Padilla has maintained the Pershing Skateboard Park for the last 13 years at no cost to the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5416 A claim of Brian MatsenClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Brian Matsen for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance Department & Personnel Committee on 8-9-10: The claim of Brian Matsen, 2100 Shoop St., requesting reimbursement of $1,036 for repairs after a tree branch allegedly fell on his fence during the storm on June 18, 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5451 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept additional funds from the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept additional funds from the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program. (Grant Control #2006-049) (Res.10-2141) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-9-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program grant (Grant Control No. 2006-049). Fiscal Note: The contract has increased in the amount of $27,863. $7,909 will be utilized for day-to-day operations of the WIC Program, $2,298 for the WIC Farmer's Market and $17,656 for WIC Peer Counseling.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5375 A Amendment No. 2 on Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 2 on Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant. (Res.10-2153) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That Amendment No. 2 to Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,800.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 255.699.5020, Library-Remodel 2nd Floor (Trust) Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5442 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 3-10 (K0-003), West Canopy Repair & Restoration at State Street Depot, Isthmus Architecture, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 3-10 (K0-003), West Canopy Repair & Restoration at State Street Depot, Isthmus Architecture, Inc., consultant. (Res.10-2154) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 3-10 (K0-003), West Canopy Repair & Restoration at State Street Depot, Isthmus Architecture, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $7,510.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5411 A Communication from Kristin Niemiec, Community Development Manager, requesting a review of the $30 banner fee.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kristin Niemiec, Community Development Manager, requesting a review of the $30 banner fee. (Res.10-2147) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That the Policy on the Installation of Banners on City-Owned Street Light Poles be amended to waive the deposit for Business Improvement Districts. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5412 A Communication from Kristin Niemiec, Community Development Manager, requesting the installation of dedicated banner poles in the reconstruction of Douglas Avenue from Goold Street to Three Mile Road.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kristin Niemiec, Community Development Manager, requesting the installation of dedicated banner poles in the reconstruction of Douglas Avenue from Goold Street to Three Mile Road. (Res.10-2148) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That installation of dedicated banner poles along Douglas Avenue from Goold Street to Three Mile Road be approved subject to the feasibility of installation per Wisconsin Department of Transportation design standards. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5428 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 15-10 (K0-015), Professional Services - 2010 Bridge Inspection Services, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 7-09 (K9-007), Professional Services - Repairs to State Street Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant. (Res.10-2155) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 7-09 (K0-007), Professional Services - Repairs to State Street Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $48,500.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.072.5810, State Street Bridge. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5443 A Bid results on Contract 34-10 (K0-42), City Hall and Memorial Hall Restoration (R1).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 34-10 (K0-42), City Hall and Memorial Hall Restoration (R1). (Res.10-2150) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That Contract 34-10 (K0-042), City Hall and Memorial Hall Restoration (R1), be awarded to AZAR LLC, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $208,456.25, plus Alternate #2 in the amount of $30,937.50, plus Alternate #3 in the amount of $21,993.75, plus Alternate #4 in the amount of $27,956.25, for a total contract amount of $289,343.75, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 99,290.63 - Account 990.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpointing $ 109,165.62 - Account 989.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpointing $ 80,887.50 - Account 108.990.5510, Memorial Hall Tuckpointing $ 289,343.75 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5444 A Bid results on Contract 39-10 (K0-048), Festival Hall Retaining Wall Repairs.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 39-10 (K0-048), Festival Hall Retaining Wall Repairs. (Res.10-2151) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That Contract 39-10 (K0-048), Festival Hall Retaining Wall Repairs, be awarded to Ricchio, Inc., Gurnee, IL, at their bid price of $29,800.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 108.990.5010, Festival Hall Retaining Wall Repairs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5445 A Pentecost Lutheran Church requesting permission to close Jerome Boulevard, from Coolidge Avenue to Case Avenue, on Saturday, August 21, 2010 for a church block party.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Pentecost Lutheran Church requesting permission to close Jerome Boulevard, from Coolidge Avenue to Case Avenue, on Saturday, August 21, 2010 for a church block party. (Res.10-2146) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That the Pentecost Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Jerome Boulevard, between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue, for an event on Saturday, August 21, 2010, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., in accordance with their request. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. 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 provide limited assistance, in the interest of publicApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5448 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitted Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor. (Res.10-2152) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $2,984.72. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 255.699.5020, Library-Remodel 2nd Floor (Trust). Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5453 A Michael's Signs on behalf of 3rd Coast Bicycles, 210 Third Street, requesting to place a projecting sign over public right-of-way.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Michael's Signs on behalf of 3rd Coast Bicycles, 210 Third Street, requesting to place a projecting sign over public right-of-way. (Res.10-2149) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-10: The property owner of 210 Third Street be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign and a sandwich board sign, as requested, with the following stipulations: A. That a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. B. That a minimum 5' clearance on the sidewalk be maintained at all times. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5371 A Communication from Coasters Pub, Michael Kurhajec, Agent, requesting to amend the premises description at 1301 N. Main Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Coasters Pub, Michael Kurhajec, Agent, requesting to amend the premises description at 1301 N. Main Street. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-26-10: That the request to amend the premises description at 1301 N. Main Street be deferred. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5425 A Subject: Application of G&M Entertainment (Granger's Lounge), Kristina Christensen, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 240B Main Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject:Application of G&M Entertainment (Granger's Lounge), Kristina Christensen, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 240B Main Street. (1st District)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5427 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to present the bids received for Door and Window Replacement at Humble Community Center.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to present the bids received for Door and Window Replacement at Humble Community Center. (Res. 10-2143) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-9-10: That the request for Door and Window Replacement at Humble Community Center be approved. Fiscal Note: Humble Exterior Doors and Windows awarded to Softer Lite Window Company, Waukesha, WI in the amount of $91,985.00. Funds are available in account 990-650-5010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5439 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to enter into an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to prepare plans and specifications for Island Park Bridge Renovation.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to enter into an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to prepare plans and specifications for Island Park Bridge Renovation. (Res.10-2144) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-9-10: That permission to enter into an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to prepare plans and specifications for Island Park Bridge Renovation be approved. Fiscal Note: Cost not to exceed $5900.00. Funds are available in account 890-030-5760, 2010 Island Park Bridge Renovation CDBG.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5449 A Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting the Committee determine what distance a day care center may be located from a licensed premise including Class A and Class B licensed premises.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting the Committee determine what distance a day care center may be located from a licensed premise including Class A and Class B licensed premises.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5351 A (New) Application of Bourbon Street Blues & Jazz Bar LLC, Joe Harris, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1111 Washington Avenue (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Application of Bourbon Street Blues & Jazz Bar LLC, Joe Harris, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1111 Washington Avenue (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-26-10: That the Application of Bourbon Street Blues & Jazz Bar LLC, Joe Harris, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1111 Washington Avenue be deferred Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-9-10: That the Application of Bourbon Street Blues & Jazz Bar LLC, Joe Harris, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1111 Washington Avenue be denied due to the fragility of the neighborhood, close proximity to a day care and Safe Haven, previous establishment history and police reports relating to tavern incidents. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-23-10: That the Application of Bourbon Street Blues & Jazz Bar LLC, Joe Harris, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented MaltReferred  Action details Not available
10-5472 A (Direct Referral) Request for Pythaphone Khampane, agent for Sticky Rice/Gingers to appear on August 9th, 2010 regarding an extension of previous agreement between the City of Racine and Sticky Rice/Gingers.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request for Pythaphone Khampane, agent for Sticky Rice/Gingers, 337 S. Main Street to appear on August 9th, 2010 regarding an extension of previous agreement between the City of Racine and Sticky Rice/Gingers. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee 8-9-10: That the matter of the Sticky Rice/Gingers, 337/345 Main Street be referred to a due process hearing based on the number of police calls, the underage minors on premise, capacity issues and large crowds to determine whether the license should be revoked or suspended. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 3-30-11: (Due Process Hearing) That the “Class B” intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license for, Sticky Rice, LLC and Ginger's Lounge at 337 and 345 Main Street, Racine, Wisconsin, be revoked. Fiscal Note: The approximate cost is $8,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5464 A (Direct Referral) transfer of ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue (former Highland Park) to Racine Habitat for Humanity for conversion from parkland to two (2) residential properties.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Transfer of ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue (former Highland Park) to Racine Habitat for Humanity for conversion from parkland to two (2) residential properties. (cross reference Resolution 10-2037 of 05-18-2010) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-6-10: That the transfer of ownership is not in conflcit with City plans and programs. Further, that the transfer of ownership of lands at 1221 Highland Avenue to Habitat for Humanity be completed, subject to the conditions as specified in Common Council Resolution 10-2037. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3929 A CUP 1527 & 1543 Douglas AvenueConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Nick Fattah of ABC 123 Daycare seeking a conditional use permit for a daycare center with office and playground facilities at 1527 Douglas Avenue, and classroom facilities at 1543 Douglas Avenue. Recommendation of the Access Corridor Development Review Committee on 7-23-09: That the item be deferred. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 7-29-09: That the item be deferred. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-11-10: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5320 A CUP 740 College AvenueConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Dr. Kenneth Kurt for a conditional use permit at 740 College Avenue to accommodate a banquet hall and to allow for sporting events. (Res.10-2145) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-11-10: That the item be approved subject to staff recommendations. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5489 A Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5134 A Revise Ordinance 30-41 to change verbiage relating to composition of Board from “citizens of the City” to “citizens of Racine County”.CommunicationSubject: Request to the Common Council to revise Ordinance 30-41 to change verbiage relating to composition of Board from “citizens of the City” to “citizens of Racine County”. (Ord.15-10) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 6-9-10: Defer Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-14-10: To refer to the Committee of the Whole to revise Ordinance 30-41 to change verbiage that may allow one County of Racine resident to serve on the Cemetery Commission Board. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-21-2010: that an Ordinance be prepared to permit one County (non-city) resident to serve on the Cemetery Commission. Fiscal note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
10-5000 A Request for an ordinance regarding chickens in residential areas.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting an ordinance that would allow city residents in certain residential districts to safely keep a limited number of chickens to provide eggs for household use. Recommendation of the Board of Health on July 13, 2010: That an ordinance be created that would allow city residents in certain residential districts to safely keep a limited number of chickens to provide eggs for household use. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-21-2010: that the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2140 A Permission granted to waive rental fees for annual Bike Jam at Pershing Park on September 4, 2010ResolutionPermission granted to waive rental fees for annual Bike Jam at Pershing Park on September 4, 2010 Resolved, that permission be granted for the fees to be waived for Kuko Padilla to utilize the Pershing Skateboard Park and a portion of Pershing Park for the annual "Bike Jam" on Saturday, September 4, 2010, contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with the City. Fiscal Note: The Park's Department fee would have been $318. Mr. Padilla has maintained the Pershing Skateboard Park for the last 13 years at no cost to the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2142 A Permission granted to the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 USDOJ, COPS, Child Sexual Predator Program GrantResolutionPermission granted to the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 USDOJ, COPS, Child Sexual Predator Program Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $299,700 2010 United States Department of Justice, COPS, Child Sexual Predator Program grant (Grant Control No. 2010-028). Fiscal Note: There is a soft match required on the part of the City. The City will continue staffing the CAC for a third year being approximately 20 hours each week.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2143 A Contract No. 44-10 (K0-053), Door and Window Replacement at Humble Community Center, be awarded to Softer Lite Window CompanyResolutionContract No. 44-10 (K0-053), Door and Window Replacement at Humble Community Center, be awarded to Softer Lite Window Company Resolved, that Contract 44-10 (K0-053), Door and Window Replacement at Humble Community Center, be awarded to Softer Lite Window Company, at its bid price of $91,985.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 990-650-5010, Humble Exterior Doors and Windows.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2144 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to prepare plans and specifications for Island Park Bridge RenovationResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to prepare plans and specifications for Island Park Bridge Renovation Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to prepare plans and specifications for Island Park Bridge Renovation at a cost not to exceed $5,930.00 plus reimbursable costs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 890-030-5760, 2010 Island Park Bridge Renovation CDBG.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2145 A Amendment to Conditional Use Permit at 740 College Avenue be approved subject to conditionsResolutionAmendment to Conditional Use Permit at 740 College Avenue be approved subject to conditions Resolved, that the request by Dr. Kenneth Kurt for a major amendment to a Conditional Use Permit at 740 College Avenue to allow multiple uses be approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 11, 2010 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. 2. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. 3. That within 60 days of this approval, the owner shall schedule a review for all required permits for building modifications and fire access with the Building Inspection Department and Fire Department. 4. That no professional or semi-professional sporting events involving ticket sales or entry fees be allowed. This includes boxing matches, cage fighting, mixed martial arts, or similar events. Youth events and tournaments may be held inside the facility, ending no later than 6:00 p.m. Activity may not overflow into the parking area. 5. No renting of gymnasium or otheAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2146 A Permission granted to Pentecost Lutheran Church to close Jerome Boulevard between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue on August 21, 2010, for a church block party, subject to conditionsResolutionPermission granted to Pentecost Lutheran Church to close Jerome Boulevard between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue on August 21, 2010, for a church block party, subject to conditions Resolved, that Pentecost Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Jerome Boulevard, between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue, for an event on Saturday, August 21, 2010, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., in accordance with their request. Further resolved that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. Proof of liability insurance 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 resolved, 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 dAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2147 A Permission granted to waive the deposit for Installation of Banners for the Business Improvement DistrictsResolutionPermission granted to waive the deposit for Installation of Banners for the Business Improvement Districts Resolved, that the Policy on the Installation of Banners on City-Owned Street Light Poles be amended to waive the deposit for Business Improvement Districts. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2148 A Installation of Dedicated Banner Poles along Douglas Avenue from Goold Street to Three Mile Road be approved subject to conditionsResolutionInstallation of Dedicated Banner Poles along Douglas Avenue from Goold Street to Three Mile Road be approved subject to conditions Resolved, that the installation of dedicated banner poles along Douglas Avenue from Goold Street to Three Mile Road be approved subject to the feasibility of installation per Wisconsin Department of Transportation design standards. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2149 A Permission granted to property owner of 210 Third Street to install a projecting sign over public right-of-way contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with the CityResolutionPermission granted to property owner of 210 Third Street to install a projecting sign over public right-of-way contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with the City Resolved, that the property owner of 210 Third Street be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign and a sandwich board sign, as requested, with the following stipulations: A. That a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. B. That a minimum 5' clearance on the sidewalk be maintained at all times. Further resolved, that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2150 A Contract 34-10 (K0-042), City Hall and Memorial Hall Restoration (R1), be awarded to AZAR, LLCResolutionContract 34-10 (K0-042), City Hall and Memorial Hall Restoration (R1), be awarded to AZAR, LLC Resolved, that Contract 34-10 (K0-042), City Hall and Memorial Hall Restoration (R1), be awarded to AZAR LLC, Racine, WI, at its bid price of $208,456.25, plus Alternate #2 in the amount of $30,937.50, plus Alternate #3 in the amount of $21,993.75, plus Alternate #4 in the amount of $27,956.25, for a total contract amount of $289,343.75, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 99,290.63 - Account 990.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpointing $ 109,165.62 - Account 989.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpointing $ 80,887.50 - Account 108.990.5510, Memorial Hall Tuckpointing $ 289,343.75 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2151 A Contract 39-10 (K0-048), Festival Hall Retaining Wall Repairs, be awarded to Ricchio, Inc.ResolutionContract 39-10 (K0-048), Festival Hall Retaining Wall Repairs, be awarded to Ricchio, Inc. Resolved, that Contract 39-10 (K0-048), Festival Hall Retaining Wall Repairs, be awarded to Ricchio, Inc., Gurnee, IL, at its bid price of $29,800.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 108.990.5010, Festival Hall Retaining Wall Repairs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2152 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 1 to Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., be approved Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $2,984.72. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 255.699.5020, Remodel 2nd Floor (Trust). Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2153 A Amendment No. 2 on Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant, be approvedResolutionAmendment No. 2 on Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant, be approved Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 to Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,800.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 255.699.5020, Library-Remodel 2nd Floor. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2154 A Amendment No 1 to Contract 3-10 (K0-003), West Canopy Repair & Restoration at State Street Depot, Isthmus Architecture, Inc., consultant, be approvedResolutionAmendment No 1 to Contract 3-10 (K0-003), West Canopy Repair & Restoration at State Street Depot, Isthmus Architecture, Inc., consultant, be approved Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 3-10 (K0-003), West Canopy Repair & Restoration at State Street Depot, Isthmus Architecture, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $7,510.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2155 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 7-09 (K9-007), Professional Services - Repairs to State Street Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, be approvedResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 7-09 (K9-007), Professional Services - Repairs to State Street Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, be approved Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 7-09 (K9-007), Professional Services - Repairs to State Street Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $48,500.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.072.5810, State Street Bridge. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2141 A Permission granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept additional funds from Division of Public Health for the WIC Program, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the amended contractResolutionPermission granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept additional funds from Division of Public Health for the WIC Program, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the amended contract Resolved, that permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept additional funding from the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the amended contract with the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program Grant (Grant Control No. 2006-049) for the budget period of January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Fiscal Note: The contract has increased in the amount of $27,863. $7,909 will be utilized for day-to-day operations of the WIC Program, $2,298 for the WIC Farmer's Market and $17,656 for WIC Peer Counseling.AdoptedPass Action details Not available