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08-2938
| A | | Request by Fire Chief authorizing Mayor to sign agreement with WI Dept of Revenue implementing TRIP Program | Communication | Subject: A communication from the Fire Chief requesting the Mayor be authorized to sign an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue for EMS and Vehicle Accident billings. (Res.08-1145)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue to implement the TRIP Program that will assist in collection of unpaid fees from tax refunds.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-08-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue to implement the TRIP Program that will assist in collection of unpaid fees from tax refunds.
Fiscal Note: Taxpayer will be charged $5.00 for each amount that is intercepted from their refund at the time of interception. | Referred | |
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08-2938
| A | | Request by Fire Chief authorizing Mayor to sign agreement with WI Dept of Revenue implementing TRIP Program | Communication | Subject: A communication from the Fire Chief requesting the Mayor be authorized to sign an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue for EMS and Vehicle Accident billings. (Res.08-1145)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue to implement the TRIP Program that will assist in collection of unpaid fees from tax refunds.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-08-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue to implement the TRIP Program that will assist in collection of unpaid fees from tax refunds.
Fiscal Note: Taxpayer will be charged $5.00 for each amount that is intercepted from their refund at the time of interception. | Referred | |
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08-2946
| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $240,663 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $240,663 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract. (Res.08-1148)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $240,663 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract (Grant Control No. 2008-049).
Fiscal Note: The contract covers $39,131 for Immunization; $35,118 for Childhood Lead; 74,915 for Maternal Child Healthcare; $14,030 for Prevention and $77,469 for Wisconsin Well Woman Programs. There is a soft match of $60,505 required on the part of the city for Maternal Child Healthcare. | Referred | |
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08-2947
| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $98,371 from the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $98,371 from the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program. (Res.08-1149)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $98,371 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program (Grant Control No. 2008-052).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2948
| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $61,160 from the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $61,160 from the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness. (Res.08-1150)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $61,160 grant with the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness (Grant Control No. 2008-050).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2949
| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $35,590 from the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness.requesting permission to accept $35,590 from the Department of Heal | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $35,590 from the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness. (Res.08-1151)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $35,590 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness (Grant Control No. 2008-051).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2961
| A | | Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Healthy Communities Demonstration Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2008-056) in the amount of $15,000 to | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Healthy Communities Demonstration Grant Announcement in the amount of $15,000 to support local health departments' plans. (Res.08-1147)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for the $15,000 grant with the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Healthy Communities Demonstration Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2008-056).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2966
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant (Grant Control # 2008-057.)
(Also refer to Public Safety & | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant. (Res.08-1144)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant in the amount of $20,000 (Grant Control No. 2008-057).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant in the amount of $20,000 (Grant Control No. 2008-057).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2966
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant (Grant Control # 2008-057.)
(Also refer to Public Safety & | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant. (Res.08-1144)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant in the amount of $20,000 (Grant Control No. 2008-057).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant in the amount of $20,000 (Grant Control No. 2008-057).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2965
| A | | claim of Jean Faust | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jean Faust for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-08: The claim of Jean Faust, 3510 Durand Ave., requesting reimbursement of $1,410.39 for expenses to replace items that were allegedly removed from her yard by Public Works crews pursuant to a U.N.I.T. order be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2959
| A | | claim of Arnaldo Badillo | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Arnaldo Badillo for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-08: The claim of Arnaldo Badillo, 1411 Carlisle Ave, requesting reimbursement of $356.84 for repair expenses after a screw allegedly punctured his tire as he drove over the railroad tracks in the 1500 block of Yout Street be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2976
| A | | claim of Juan Baez and Marian Baez | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Juan Baez and Maria Baez for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-08: The claim of Juan & Maria Baez, 2017 DeKoven Ave., requesting reimbursement of $2,000 for expenses allegedly arising out of a repair to the water service pipes connected to their home be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2980
| A | | discuss an additional subsidy needed to cover the 2008 Civic Centre obligations. | Communication | Subject: Tim Sullivan, Director of Venue Works and Rick Edgar, Director for the Racine Civic Centre, requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committing wishing to discuss additional subsidy needed to cover the 2008 Civic Centre obligations. (Res.08-1153)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Finance Director identify and transfer remaining 2008 general fund dollars to fully fund any 2008 operating deficit, not to exceed $165,000, incurred by the Racine Civic Centre.
Fiscal Note: The deficient is currently estimated at $155,000. Funds will be transferred from the General Fund 101 to the Civic Centre Fund 108. | Referred | |
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08-2962
| A | | Adams 1301 W Sixth St. Sign | Communication | Subject: Request that Adams Outdoor Advertising be granted permission for its sign at 1301 West Sixth Street to project over public right-of-way. (Res.09-1238)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08, 1-13-09, and 1-27-09: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 2-10-09: Since public interest requires it, that the following street right-of-way be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
That part of Block 52 in School Section, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Northwest ¼ of Section 16 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows:
Commence at the Northwest corner of the Northwest ¼ of Section 16, Township 3 North, Range 23 East; Thence North 88° 4’18” East, on the North line of the N/W ¼, 169.75 feet; thence South 01° 55’ 42” East, 53.06 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence South 00° 08’07” East, 26.95 feet; thence South 88° 14’ 18” West, 103.90 feet; thence North 85° 53’ 29” West, 95.00; thence North 00°08’07”West,23.17 feet; thence North 89°51’53”East, 198 | Referred | |
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08-2970
| A | | Snow removal and weed control at foreclosed properties. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District and County Supervisor Russell Clark regarding snow removal and weed control at foreclosed properties.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2972
| A | | Adams Outdoor Advertising Lease Extension | Communication | Subject: Request on behalf of Adams Outdoor Advertising that its lease for 830 Racine Street and 841 South Marquette Street be extended. (Res.09-1182)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: Recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Lease Agreement with Adams Outdoor Advertising for the leasing of billboards on City-owned property at the following locations:
A. Eighth Street and Marquette Street, and
B. Ninth Street and Elm Street,
For a five-year period of time commencing on September 1, 2009 and ending August 31, 2014, with a yearly rental beginning at $2,145.00 which will be raised annually in accordance with the consumer price index, with the following stipulations:
Lessee shall maintain the display boards in excellent condition,
Lessee shall remove any dated or seasonal advertising within one week after the advertised event.
Fiscal Note: This Lease Agreement will generate $2,145.00 in rental income in the first | Referred | |
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08-2974
| A | | Walker site PECFA Reimbursement | Communication | Subject: Request by K. Singh & Associates for permission to apply for PECFA Reimbursement for Walker Manufacturing site. (Res.09-1239)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08, 1-13-09, and 1-27-09: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 2-10-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with K. Singh and Associates to submit PECFA reimbursement claim to the Wisconsin Department of Commerce for PECFA eligible costs at the former Walker Site, 1201 Michigan Boulevard, with the following stipulations:
A. K. Singh and Associates waives any and all claims that this agreement creates a duty by the City of Racine to obtain PECFA funds.
B. K. Singh and Associates hereby indemnifies and shall defend and hold harmless the City of Racine against any and all actions, suits, claims and administrative procedures arising from the seeking of or receipt of such funds.
C. K. Singh and Associates shall bear full responsibility for timely submission of documents to all agencies and shall hol | Referred | |
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08-2977
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting results of Official Notice #12, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting results of Official Notice #12, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. (Res.08-1146)
Recommendation of Public Safety and Liscensing Committee on 12-08-08: To accept the recommdations of the Purchasing Agent to award the bid to the 4 lowest bidders per line item as indicated by the shaded areas provided in the Purchasing Agents report.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 101.300.5690, Emergency Medical Supplies. | Referred | |
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08-2941
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District, wishing to discuss traffic control at the intersection of Franklin Street and 20th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District, wishing to discuss traffic control at the intersection of Franklin Street and 20th Street.
Recommendation (12-15-08): Defer
Recommendation (02-16-09): Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2979
| A | | Request for "no parking" restriction on Erie Street during snow emergencies. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District on behalf of Jenni Chap, 1906 Erie Street, requesting a "no parking" restriction on Erie Street during snow emergencies.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (12-15-08): Refer to the Public Works and Services Committee.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2982
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting the evaluation of street signs (parking, school zone, school bus, etc.) around the Keith Mack Alternative Center at Winslow, 1325 Park Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting the evaluation of street signs (parking, school zone, school bus, etc.) around the Keith Mack Alternative Center at Winslow, 1325 Park Avenue.
Recommendation (12-15-08): Defer
Recommendation (01-19-09): Recommends that the request to post "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on any school day except for school buses and mass transit vehicles owned and operated by the City" on Park Avenue, east side, from 140 feet north of 14th Street north 130 feet, be granted.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $100.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $40.00 | Referred | |
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08-2973
| A | | Towerview Neighborhood Plan | Communication | Subject: Request by Neighborhood Housing Services that the City adopt the Towerview Neighborhood Plan. (ZOrd.015-08)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-10-08: That an ordinance to adopt the Live Towerview plan be prepared and a public hearing be scheduled.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2808
| A | | claim of Carol Soon Lee & Jin Chen | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Carol Soon Lee and Jin Chen for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: The claim of Carol Soon Lee and Jin Chen requesting reimbursement in the amount of $7,565.70 for medical expenses incurred by their son after he was allegedly injured while participating in a Park & Recreation summer program on 07-15-08 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2863
| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program for QPCR. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program for QPCR. (Grant Control #2008-041) (Res.08-1122)
Recommendation of Board of Health: That the item be Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for $29,117 in funding from the WIsconsin Coastal Management Program for QPCR. (Grant Control #2008-041)
Fiscal Note: 60% in-kind match required of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2871
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from Wisconsin Coastal Management (City Grant Control # 2008-044) for Increasing Public Access to the Root River. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from Wisconsin Coastal Management (City Grant Control # 2008-044) for Increasing Public Access to the Root River. (Res.08-1123)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for a $9,890 grant from Wisconsin Coastal Management (Grant Control No. 2008-044) for Increasing public Access to the Root River.
Fiscal Note: A $12,149 grant match is required and will be provided by U.W. Parkside. There will be no cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2915
| A | | Hazardous Waste Site Assessment Grant Application Request | Communication | Subject: Request from the Director of City Development to apply for a Hazardous Waste Site Assessment Grant. (Res.08-1127)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a U.S. E.P.A. hazardous Waste Site Assessment Grant in the amount of $200,000. (Grant Control #2008-045)
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2916
| A | | Petroleum Site Assessment Grant Application Request | Communication | Subject: Request from the Director of City Development for permission to apply for a Petroleum Site Assessment Grant. (Res.08-1128)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a U.S.E.P.A. Petroleum Site Assessment Grant in the amount of $200,000. (Grant Control #2008-046)
Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2917
| A | | Brownsfield Revolving Loan Fund Grant Application Request | Communication | Subject: Request from the Director of City Development for permission to apply for a Brownsfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant. (Res.08-1129)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a U.S.E.P.A. Brownsfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant in the amount of up to $1,000,000. (Grant Control #2008-047)
Fiscal Note: A 20% cost share is required in money or in-kind service on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2918
| A | | Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant Request | Communication | Subject: Request from the Director of City Development for permission to apply for a Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant. (Res.08-1130)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a Wisconsin Department of Commerce Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant in the amount of up to $700,000. (Grant Control #2008-048)
Fiscal Note: A 50% cost share is required on the part of the City and has already been covered by Champion Environmental. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2933
| A | | Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply to the WellPoint Foundation for a grant in the amount of $100,000 to enhance the Teen Parenting Program of the Health Department (Grant Control No. 2008-055). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply to the WellPoint Foundation for a grant in the amount of $100,000 to enhance the Teen Parenting Program of the Health Department (Grant Control No. 2008-055). (Res.08-1126)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply to the WellPoint Foundation for a grant in the amount of $100,000 to enhance the Teen parenting program of the Health Department. (Grant Control #2008-055)
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2878
| A | | Use city right-of-way in conjunction with the Downtown Carves It's Niche Event to be held on January 10, 2009. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to use city right-of-way in conjunction with the Downtown Carves Its Niche Event to be held on January 10, 2009. (Res.08-1131)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on city sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 10, 2009 until they melt, with the following stipulations:
A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements.
B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements.
C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's office.
D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney's office.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2930
| A | | Sewer and water access at 211 Fifteenth Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District wishing to discuss sewer and water access at 211 Fifteenth Street.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: That the communication be referred to the Community Development Block Grant Committee for provision of funding for the cost of the sanitary sewer which is estimated at $24,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Referred back to Public Works and Services Committee at 12-2-08 Common Council meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That the special assessment for the construction of the mainline sanitary sewer at 211 Fifteenth Street be amended in accordance with State Statute 66.0903(3) and in accordance with previous City assessments including the 1981 assessment on Homestead Avenue. This action will reduce the property owner's share of the sanitary mainline assessment from $26,235.00 to $4,372.50. The City's share of the cost will be $21,862.50, for which sufficient funds are available in Account 906.000.5310, Sanitary Sewer.
Further rec | Referred | |
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08-2954
| A | | Ordinance No. 17-08 to amend Sec. 18-671 and Sec. 22-381 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Residential Electrical Wiring Work. | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 17-08 to amend Sec. 18-671 and Sec. 22-381 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Residential Electrical Wiring Work.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: That Ordinance No. 17-08 to amend Sec. 18-671 and Sec. 22-381 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Residential Electrical Wiring Work, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2934
| A | | Independent Contractor/Member Agreement for Digger's Hotline. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting an Independent Contractor/Member Agreement for Digger's Hotline. (Res.08-1135)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Digger’s Hotline to provide locate requests to the City’s underground utility locating service.
Fiscal Note: These services are budgeted for annually in Account 101.590.5610, Street Lighting - Professional Services. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2951
| A | | Rescind Resolution 08-0711 of March 18, 2008, and create a new resolution | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering requesting to rescind Resolution 08-0711 of March 18, 2008 concerning final payment on Contract 50-05 (K5-057), Design Services for Retrofit of Reservoir Park. (Res.08-1133)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: As the amount listed in Resolution No. 08-0711, dated March 18, 2008, was incorrect, Resolution No. 08-0711 be rescinded.
Further recommends that the work of Earth Tech, Inc., under Contract 50-05 (K5-057), Design Services for Retrofit of Reservoir Park Pond, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $44,871.81, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was approved by Resolution 6563, dated July 5, 2005. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2952
| A | | Professional services agreement for Sanitary Sewer Lining in Basin RR17 and RR18. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting a professional services agreement for Sanitary Sewer Lining in Basin RR17 and RR18. (Res.08-1136)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Construction Management Services for Sanitary Sewer Lining in Basin RR17 and RR18 at a price not-to-exceed $17,300.00.
Further recommend that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 287.988.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2953
| A | | 2008 Bridge Inspection Report | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting the 2008 Bridge Inspection Report from Ayres Associates.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2955
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to the three party agreement, State ID: 2290-11-00, Northwestern Avenue | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Amendment No. 1 to the three party agreement, State ID: 2290-11-00, Northwestern Avenue from Golf Avenue to Rapids Drive. (Res.08-1137)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: That Amendment No. 1 to State Contract ID: 2290-11-00, Northwestern Avenue from Golf Avenue to Rapids Drive, Strand Associates, consultant, be approved in the amount of $19,744.73, with the City's share being $4,936.18.
Further recommend that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.908.5030, Northwestern - Golf to City Limits.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2956
| A | | Proposal for recycling processing services. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for recycling processing services. (Res.08-1132)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a three year agreement with Resource Management Companies based upon a processing fee of $75.50 per ton, a transportation fee of $190.00 per truck load, and a fuel adjustment factor for diesel of $2.50 per gallon. The agreement also includes that the city will receive, as a revenue, the market value for the recyclables. It is further assumed that the residuals equal 9.56% of the total materials delivered.
Fiscal Note: The actual cost to the City will vary depending on market conditions. However, by extrapolating November’s current fees and revenues, it is projected that it will cost the City $154,000.00 in 2009. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2892
| A | | Racine Yacht Club, Joseph R. McGauran, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1 Barker Street. | Communication | Subject: Application of Racine Yacht Club, Joseph R. McGauran, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1 Barker Street. (4th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: That the application of Racine Yacht Club, Joseph R. McGauran, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1 Barker Street be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2921
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control # 2008-053).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control # 2008-053). (Res.08-1124)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transporation 2009 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant in the amount of $3,000. (Grant Control #2008-053)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transporation 2009 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant in the amount of $3,000. (Grant Control #2008-053)
Fiscal Note: A 25% ($750) soft match is required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2922
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Bicycle Safety Grant (grant control # 2008-054).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control # 2008-054). (Res.08-1125)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Bicycle Safety Grant in the amount of $4,000. (Grant Control #20008-054)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing on 11-24-08: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Bicycle Safety Grant in the amount of $4,000. (Grant Control #20008-054)
Fiscal Note: A 25% ($1,000) soft match is required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2929
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the sale of abandoned vehicles for November 13, 2008. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the sale of abandoned vehicles for November 13, 2008.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $5,456.01 in revenues. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2942
| A | | (Renewal) Application of Wisconsin Discount for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's license for 2724 16th Street and (New) Application of Wisconsin Discount for a Secondhand Article Dealer's license for 2724 16th Street (9th District) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral)(Renewal) Application of Wisconsin Discount for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's license for 2724 16th Street and (New) Application of Wisconsin Discount for a Secondhand Article Dealer's license for 2724 16th Street (9th District)
Recommendation of the Pubic Safety and Licensing Committe on 11-24-08: That the application of Wisconsin Discount for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's license for 2724 16th Street and (New) Application of Wisconsin Discount for a Secondhand Article Dealer's license for 2724 16th Street be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2968
| A | | To repeal and recreate Sec.66-6-346 and to repeal Sec. 66-349 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin relating to Offenses - Disorderly Houses. | Communication | Subject: To repeal and recreate Sec.66-6-346 and to repeal Sec. 66-349 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin relating to Offenses - Disorderly Houses.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: That ordinance 18-08 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2969
| A | | To amend Sec.66-1001, and to repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin relating to Nuisance properties. | Communication | Subject: To amend Sec.66-1001, and to repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin relating to Nuisance properties.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: That ordinance 19-08 be adopted.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 01-14-2009: the Item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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08-2321
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 8th District requesting installing crosswalks in the 1500 - 1700 Blocks of West 6th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 8th District requesting installing crosswalks in the 1500 - 1700 Blocks of West 6th Street.
Recommendation (08-18-08): Defer
Recommendation (11-17-08): Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2531
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting a new stop sign on Gillen Street at Madison Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting a new stop sign on Gillen Street at Madison Street.
Recommendation (9-15-08): Defer
Recommendation (10-20-08): Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Fail |
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08-2530
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting stop sign reversal at Ashland Avenue and Bate Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting stop sign reversal at Ashland Avenue and Bate Street.
Recommendation (09-15-08): Defer
Recommendation (11-17-08): Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Fail |
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08-2845
| A | | Communication from the Racine Police Department requesting all parking signs around Fratt School (3501 Kinzie Ave) be changed to "No Stopping/Standing" on the east side 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, "Loading Zone" signs on west side 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and "Loading | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Police Department requesting all parking signs around Fratt School (3501 Kinzie Ave) be changed to "No Stopping/Standing" on the east side 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, "Loading Zone" signs on west side 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and "Loading Zone" signs on Kinzie in the front of the school 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Recommendation: Schedule F of Section 94-141 be amended to create "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. on any school day except for school buses."
Further recommends that this new section be amended to include "Kinzie Avenue, south side, from Cleveland Avenue to Arthur Avenue."
Recommends that Schedule F of Section 94-141 be amended to create "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on any school day except for school buses."
Further recommends that this new section be amended to include "Arthur Avenue, west side, from Kinzie Avenue to Lindermann Avenue."
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2864
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering wishing to discuss the speed limit on Oakes Road from 16th Street to 21st Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering wishing to discuss the speed limit on Oakes Road from 16th Street to 21st Street.
Recommendation: The request to approve posting the speed limit of 30 miles per hour on Oakes Road, from 16th Street southward to the City limits, be granted.
Fiscal Note: The cost of signage is paid for through shared revenue funding. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2923
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from Chief Wahlen requesting to change the "No Parking" restriction on Center Street, in front of the Racine Police Department, between the entrances/exits to the parking lot just north of the Safety Building, to a "Law En | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Chief Wahlen requesting to change the "No Parking" restriction on Center Street, in front of the Racine Police Department, between the entrances/exits to the parking lot just north of the Safety Building, to a "Law Enforcement Parking Only" restriction.
Recommendation: The request to approve removing "No Parking Any Time" on Center Street, and add "Law Enforcement Vehicle Parking Only" on Center Street adjacent to the Safety Building be granted.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $100.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $40.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2960
| A | | In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-52 (1) of Schedule A, relating to "Spee | Communication | Subject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-52 (1) of Schedule A, relating to "Speed limits increased - Thirty miles per hour", be amended:
By Including:
1. Oakes Road, from 16th Street southward to City limits.
B. Recommends that Section 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking at any time" be amended:
By Deleting:
1. Center Street, west side, from Washington Avenue to Eighth Street.
By Including:
1. Center Street, west side, from Washington south 90 feet.
C. Recommends that Section 94-141 (9) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on any school day except for school buses and mass transit vehicles owned and operated by the City" be amended:
By Deleting:
1. Arthur Avenue, wes | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1744
| A | | Communication from Laurie Kell requesting a Dart bus pass. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Laurie Kell requesting a Dart bus pass.
Recommendation (2-27-08): Defer
Recommendation (3-26-08): Defer
Recommendation (4-30-08): Defer
Recommendation (6-25-08): Defer
Recommendation (11-19-08): Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2868
| A | | Results of the public hearing for the Belle Urban System proposal to raise the basic fare from $1.50 to $1.75. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the results of the public hearing for the Belle Urban System proposal to raise the basic fare from $1.50 to $1.75.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2874
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to discuss the 2009 extension of the Juror Parking Agreement with Racine County Clerk of Courts. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to discuss the 2009 extension of the Juror Parking Agreement with Racine County Clerk of Courts. (Res.08-1120)
Recommendation: Approve the 2009 extension of the Juror Parking Agreement with the Racine County Clerk of Courts, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $6,840 for the Parking System. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2875
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR wishing to discuss renegotiating the rate for paratransit passengers. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR wishing to discuss renegotiating the rate for paratransit passengers.
Recommendation: Approval to renegoiate rate for paratransit passengers.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2876
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR wishing to discuss modifications to the route structure in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR wishing to discuss modifications to the route structure in the Prospect Heights neighborhood.
Recommendation: Approve the modifications to Routes 3 and 86 (Spring St. at Northwestern Ave.).
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2880
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR wishing to discuss recommended bus route changes. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR wishing to discuss recommended bus route changes.
Recommendation: Approve Route 5 change (Racine to Washington to Marquette to Liberty to Transit Center); approve Route 7 change (7th St. to 6th St. to Marquette to Transit Center).
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2881
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from Pat Starken, RUSD, wishing to give an update on the replacement bus pass program. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Pat Starken, RUSD, wishing to give an update on the replacement bus pass program.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2882
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR presenting the revised 2009 BUS budget. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR wishing to present the revised 2009 BUS budget. (Res.08-1121)
Recommendation: Approval of the revised 2009 BUS budget.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2473
| A | | special event parking at North Beach | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the Fourth District, asking to address parking issues at Racine's Blue Wave Beach (North Beach) during special events.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 08-11-08: That the item be referred to the Traffic Committee.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (9-15-08): Refer to the Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2596
| A | | Communication from the President of the Racine Raider AlumniAssociation wishing to discuss the details of a new structure at Horlick Athletic Field to house the Racine Pro, Semi-Pro Minor League Historical Museum. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of the Racine Raider AlumniAssociation wishing to discuss the details of a new structure at Horlick Athletic Field to house the Racine Pro, Semi-Pro Minor League Historical Museum. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2686
| A | | Communication from American Tower Company requesting to erect a lightpole/monopole structure in Lockwood Park for their client Cricket Communications. | Communication | Subject: Communication from American Tower Company requesting to erect a lightpole/monopole structure in Lockwood Park for their client Cricket Communications. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2732
| A | | Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis Racine 2008 request to use City right-of-way on Saturday, December 6, 2008. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Co-Race Director of the Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis Racine 2008 requesting permission to use City right-of-way on Saturday, December 6, 2008. (Res.08-1048)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-08: Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis be granted permission to close Island Park Drive from Liberty Street to Rupert Boulevard, Horlick Park Drive from Rupert Boulevard to 12th Street, and Domanik Drive from Spring Street to Jefferson Street for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, to be held on Saturday, December 6, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 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 special event fee of $300.00.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2844
| A | | Communication from Charlie Manning requesting permission to park three trailered sailboats used in Sea Scout Ship 5750's sailing program in the Rooney Recreation Area over the winter months. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Charlie Manning requesting permission to park three trailered sailboats used in Sea Scout Ship 5750's sailing program in the Rooney Recreation Area over the winter months. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.08-1048
| A | | Permission for Jingle Bell Run/Walk to use City right-of way on December 6, 2008 | Resolution | Permission for Jingle Bell Run/Walk to use City right-of way on December 6, 2008
Resolved, that Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis be granted permission to close Island Park Drive from Liberty Street to Rupert Boulevard, Horlick Park Drive from Rupert Boulevard to 12th Street, and Domanik Drive from Spring Street to Jefferson Street for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, to be held on Saturday, December 6, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 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 special event fee of $300.00.
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 departments. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1120
| A | | Extension of Juror Parking Agreement with Racine County for 2009 | Resolution | Extension of Juror Parking Agreement with Racine County for 2009
Resolved, that the Juror Parking Agreement with the Racine County Clerk of Courts be extended in 2009 and approved at $570.00 per month effective January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the extension on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $6,840 for the Parking System. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1122
| A | | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for funding from Wisconsin Coastal Management Program | Resolution | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for funding from Wisconsin Coastal Management Program
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for $29,117 in funding from the WIsconsin Coastal Management Program for QPCR (Grant Control #2008-041) for the contract period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.
Fiscal Note: 60% in-kind match required of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1123
| A | | Permission for Director of Parks to apply for a grant from Wisconsin Coastal Management for increasing public access to the Root River | Resolution | Permission for Director of Parks to apply for a grant from Wisconsin Coastal Management for increasing public access to the Root River
Resolved, that the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be granted permission to apply for a $9,890 grant from Wisconsin Coastal Management (Grant Control No. 2008-044) for Increasing public access to the Root River.
Fiscal Note: A $12,149 grant match is required and will be provided by U.W. Parkside. There will be no cost to the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1124
| A | | Permission for Police Chief to apply for Wisconsin of Transportation 2009 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant | Resolution | Permission for Police Chief to apply for Wisconsin of Transportation 2009 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant in the amount of $3,000 (Grant Control #2008-053).
Fiscal Note: A 25% ($750) soft match is required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1125
| A | | Permission for Police Chief to apply for Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Bicycle Safety Grant | Resolution | Permission for Police Chief to apply for Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Bicycle Safety Grant
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Police Chief to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2009 Bicycle Safety Grant in the amount of $4,000 (Grant Control #2008-054).
Fiscal Note: A 25% ($1,000) soft match is required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1126
| A | | Permission for Grant Facilitator to apply to WellPoint Foundation for a grant to enhance Teen Parenting Program | Resolution | Permission for Grant Facilitator to apply to WellPoint Foundation for a grant to enhance Teen Parenting Program
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply to the WellPoint Foundation for a grant in the amount of $100,000 to enhance the Teen parenting program of the Health Department (Grant Control #2008-055).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1127
| A | | Permission for Director of City Development to apply for Hazardous Waste Site Assessment Grant | Resolution | Permission for Director of City Development to apply for Hazardous Waste Site Assessment Grant
Resolved, that the Director of City Development be granted permission to apply for a Hazardous Waste Site Assessment Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of $200,000 (Grant Control #2008-045).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1128
| A | | Permission for Director of City Development to apply for a Petroleum Site Assessment Grant | Resolution | Permission for Director of City Development to apply for a Petroleum Site Assessment Grant
Resolved, that the Director of City Development be granted permission to apply for a Petroleum Site Assessment Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of $200,000 (Grant Control #2008-046).
Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1129
| A | | Permission for Director of City Development to apply for Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant | Resolution | Permission for Director of City Development to apply for Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant
Resolved, that the Director of City Development be granted permission to apply for a Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of up to $1,000,000 (Grant Control #2008-047).
Fiscal Note: A 20% cost share is required in money or in-kind service on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1130
| A | | Permission for Director of City Development to apply for a Wisconsin Department of Commerce Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant | Resolution | Permission for Director of City Development to apply for a Wisconsin Department of Commerce Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant
Resolved, that the Director of City Development be granted permission to apply for a Wisconsin Department of Commerce Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant in the amount of up to $700,000 (Grant Control #2008-048).
Fiscal Note: A 50% cost share is required on the part of the City and has already been covered by Champion Environmental. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1131
| A | | Enter into agreement with Downtown Racine Corporation in conjunction with Carves It's Niche Event | Resolution | Enter into agreement with Downtown Racine Corporation in conjunction with Carves It's Niche Event
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on city sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 10, 2009 until they melt, with the following stipulations:
A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements.
B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements.
C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's office.
D. That proof of liability insurance be filed with the City Attorney's office.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1132
| A | | Enter into agreement with Resource Management Companies for recycling processing services | Resolution | Enter into agreement with Resource Management Companies for recycling processing services
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a three year agreement with Resource Management Companies based upon a processing fee of $75.50 per ton, a transportation fee of $190.00 per truck load, and a fuel adjustment factor for diesel of $2.50 per gallon. The agreement also includes that the city will receive, as a revenue, the market value for the recyclables. It is further assumed that the residuals equal 9.56% of the total materials delivered.
Fiscal Note: The actual cost to the City will vary depending on market conditions. However, by extrapolating November’s current fees and revenues, it is projected that it will cost the City $154,000.00 in 2009. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1133
| A | | Rescind Resolution No. 08-0711 and approve final payment for Design Services for Retrofit of Reservoir Park Pond, Earth Tech, Inc. | Resolution | Rescind Resolution No. 08-0711 and approve final payment for Design Services for Retrofit of Reservoir Park Pond, Earth Tech, Inc.
Resolved, as the amount listed in Resolution No. 08-0711, dated March 18, 2008, was incorrect, Resolution No. 08-0711 be rescinded.
Further resolved, that the work of Earth Tech, Inc., under Contract 50-05 (K5-057), Design Services for Retrofit of Reservoir Park Pond, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $44,871.81, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was approved by Resolution 6563, dated July 5, 2005. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1134
| A | | 2009 Lease Agreements for office space in City Hall, City Hall Annex and Safety Building | Resolution | 2009 Lease Agreements for office space in City Hall, City Hall Annex and Safety Building
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into lease agreements for 2009 for rental of office space in the City Hall, City Hall Annex and Safety Building at the rental rates as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Rental rates will increase in 2009 due to the 2008 Consumer Price Index increasing by 4.4%. These leases will generate a total annual revenue of approximately $85,548.15. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1135
| A | | Enter into agreement with Digger's Hotline for underground utility locating service | Resolution | Enter into agreement with Digger's Hotline for underground utility locating service
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Digger’s Hotline to provide locate requests to the City’s underground utility locating service.
Fiscal Note: These services are budgeted for annually in Account 101.590.5610, Street Lighting - Professional Services. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1136
| A | | Professional services agreement for Sanitary Sewer Lining | Resolution | Professional services agreement for Sanitary Sewer Lining
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Construction Management Services for Sanitary Sewer Lining in Basin RR17 and RR18 at a price not-to-exceed amount of $17,300.00.
Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 287.988.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1137
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to three party agreement, Northwestern Avenue from Golf Avenue to Rapids Drive | Resolution | Amendment No. 1 to three party agreement, Northwestern Avenue from Golf Avenue to Rapids Drive
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to State Contract ID: 2290-11-00, Northwestern Avenue from Golf Avenue to Rapids Drive, Strand Associates, consultant, be approved in the amount of $19,744.73, with the City's share being $4,936.18.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.908.5030, Northwestern - Golf to City Limits.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-1121
| A | | Revised 2009 BUS Budget be approved | Resolution | Revised 2009 BUS Budget be approved
Resolved, that the 2009 revised BUS budget be approved as submitted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Ord.20-08
| A | | Ordinance No. 20-08
To amend Secs. 2-45 (1) and 2-49 (2) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Aldermanic district boundaries. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 20-08
To amend Secs. 2-45 (1) and 2-49 (2) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Aldermanic district boundaries.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Section 2-45 (1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting in the last sentence “Gilbert Knapp School, 2701 - 17th Street” and inserting in its place, “Workforce Development Center, 1717 Taylor Avenue.”
Part 2:
Section 2-49 (2) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting in the last sentence “Gilbert Knapp School, 2701 - 17th Street” and inserting in its place, “Workforce Development Center, 1717 Taylor Avenue.”
Part 3:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved: ______________
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Mayor
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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