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ZOrd.0001-06
| A | | AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE MAP OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE PROPERTY AT 2333 AND 2405 NORTHWESTERN AVENUE | Zoning Ordinance | AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE MAP OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE PROPERTY AT 2333 AND 2405 NORTHWESTERN AVENUE
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the property located at 2333 and 2405 Northwestern Avenue, and more particularly described as follows:
"Begin at a point 243.91 feet northwesterly of the intersection of the north line of Westwood Drive and Northwestern Avenue; thence travel southwesterly 455 feet; thence travel northwesterly 228.7 feet; thence travel northwesterly 350 feet; thence travel easterly 50 feet; thence travel northeasterly 240 feet to the west line of Northwestern Avenue; travel thence southwesterly along said line to the point of beginning of this description. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin."
PIN 276-000021201000,
be rezoned from "O/I" Office/Institutional District, to "O/I - FD O/I" Office/Institutional - Flex Development Overlay District, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Sup | | |
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06-1753
| A | | Communication from the Mayor requesting to apply for and accept the Department of Justice Weed and Seed grant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor requesting to apply for the Department of Justice Weed and Seed grant.
Recommendation: That the City of Racine apply for the $200,000 Department of Justice Weed and Seed grant (Grant Control No. 2006-017) to be utilized for the south side Weed & Seed site.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft and/or hard match is required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-1745
| A | | Racine Arts Council requesting funds for the Hotel Tax Fund in the amount of $1,000. per month for rent and $5,000.00 for utilities. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Arts Council requesting funds for the Hotel Tax Fund in the amount of $1,000. per month for rent and $5,000.00 for utilities.
Recommendation: That the City of Racine appropriate $17,000 from the Room Tax Fund to the Racine Arts Council to be utilized for the 2006 rent and utilities at 505 Sixth Street.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Room Tax Fund. | Referred | |
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06-1743
| A | | City Assessor wishing to discuss 2004 assessment and tax rolls. | Communication | Subject: Communication from City Assessor wishing to discuss 2004 assessment and tax rolls.
Recommendation: KM Realty, LLC, 1914 Indiana Street, Tax No. 23869007 be reduced from $857,000 to $36,000 and that the resulting credit of $20,046.77 be charged against account 101.990.5930, Real Estate and Personal Property taxes cancelled.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for this credit. Other taxing jurisdiction's portions will be charged back to them when appropriate. | Referred | |
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06-1744
| A | | Communication from Police Chief Spenner, requesting authorization to accept the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (City Grant Control No. 2005-031), in the amount of $49,970. This will require no City funding | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Spenner, requesting authorization to accept the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (City Grant Control No. 2005-031), in the amount of $49,970. This will require no City funding. Application was approved by Resolution No. 6628, August 16, 2005.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (Grant Control No. 2005-031), to be utilized for Regency Mall, in the amount of $49,970.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (Grant Control No. 2005-031), for Regency Mall, in the amount of $49,970.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-1744
| A | | Communication from Police Chief Spenner, requesting authorization to accept the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (City Grant Control No. 2005-031), in the amount of $49,970. This will require no City funding | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Spenner, requesting authorization to accept the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (City Grant Control No. 2005-031), in the amount of $49,970. This will require no City funding. Application was approved by Resolution No. 6628, August 16, 2005.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (Grant Control No. 2005-031), to be utilized for Regency Mall, in the amount of $49,970.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (Grant Control No. 2005-031), for Regency Mall, in the amount of $49,970.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-1722
| A | | Request to install light in alley in 2000 blocks of Carmel and Kinzie. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the residents of the 2000 blocks of Carmel and Kinzie requesting the installation of a light in the alley.
Recommendation: The lighting in the 2000 block of Carmel Avenue be upgraded from 50 watt high pressure sodium lights to 100 watt high pressure sodium lights.
Fiscal Note: There will be minimal cost to implement these changes. | Referred | |
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06-1728
| A | | Amendment No. 2 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting Amendment No. 2 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: Amendment No. 2 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., 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 TID No. 10.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Referred | |
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06-1734
| A | | Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize Samuel Meyers Park for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment. The Rotary Foundation is also requesting traffic control between 14th and 16t | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize Samuel Meyers Park for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment. The Rotary Foundation is also requesting traffic control between 14th and 16th Street for the dates: July 7 & 8, 2006.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: That permission be granted upon the Rotary Club obtaining a Temporary Class "B" Retailer's License and contingent upon approval of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Service Board and the Department of Public Works.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-18-06): Permission be granted to the Racine Rotary West Club to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the third annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, to be held July 7-8, 2006.
Further recommends that the parking lane along the east side of Main Street from 11th Stre | Referred | |
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06-1734
| A | | Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize Samuel Meyers Park for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment. The Rotary Foundation is also requesting traffic control between 14th and 16t | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize Samuel Meyers Park for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment. The Rotary Foundation is also requesting traffic control between 14th and 16th Street for the dates: July 7 & 8, 2006.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: That permission be granted upon the Rotary Club obtaining a Temporary Class "B" Retailer's License and contingent upon approval of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Service Board and the Department of Public Works.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-18-06): Permission be granted to the Racine Rotary West Club to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the third annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, to be held July 7-8, 2006.
Further recommends that the parking lane along the east side of Main Street from 11th Stre | Referred | |
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06-1734
| A | | Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize Samuel Meyers Park for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment. The Rotary Foundation is also requesting traffic control between 14th and 16t | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize Samuel Meyers Park for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment. The Rotary Foundation is also requesting traffic control between 14th and 16th Street for the dates: July 7 & 8, 2006.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: That permission be granted upon the Rotary Club obtaining a Temporary Class "B" Retailer's License and contingent upon approval of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Service Board and the Department of Public Works.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-18-06): Permission be granted to the Racine Rotary West Club to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the third annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, to be held July 7-8, 2006.
Further recommends that the parking lane along the east side of Main Street from 11th Stre | Referred | |
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06-1742
| A | | Selling of an excess parking lot on Villa Street between 7th & 8th Streets. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to meet with the appropriate committees to discuss the selling of an excess parking lot on Villa Street between 7th & 8th Streets.
Transit & Parking Recommendation: The Villa Street half of the Park-Villa Parking Lot be declared surplus and that the matter be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee for disposal of the surplus property.
Fiscal Note: The Parking System will generate an unknown amount of revenue from the sale of this parking lot.
CPC 4-26-06
Recommendation: Adopt, as proposal is consistent with City plans and programs.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (6-13-06): That Lot 7 and the north 40’ of Lot 10 of Block 6, School Section, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin, be donated to the Habitat for Humanity with the following stipulations:
A. Habitat for Humanity pay all costs associated with the transfer of this property.
B. Habitat for Humanity be required to build upon this property within two (2) years from the date of | Referred | |
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06-1742
| A | | Selling of an excess parking lot on Villa Street between 7th & 8th Streets. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to meet with the appropriate committees to discuss the selling of an excess parking lot on Villa Street between 7th & 8th Streets.
Transit & Parking Recommendation: The Villa Street half of the Park-Villa Parking Lot be declared surplus and that the matter be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee for disposal of the surplus property.
Fiscal Note: The Parking System will generate an unknown amount of revenue from the sale of this parking lot.
CPC 4-26-06
Recommendation: Adopt, as proposal is consistent with City plans and programs.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (6-13-06): That Lot 7 and the north 40’ of Lot 10 of Block 6, School Section, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin, be donated to the Habitat for Humanity with the following stipulations:
A. Habitat for Humanity pay all costs associated with the transfer of this property.
B. Habitat for Humanity be required to build upon this property within two (2) years from the date of | Referred | |
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06-1733
| A | | Communication from the Monument Square Art Fair Board of Directors requesting the use of Lot # 5 on Saturday, June 10th and Sunday, June 11th, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Monument Square Art Fair Board of Directors requesting the use of Lot # 5 on Saturday, June 10th and Sunday, June 11th, 2006.
Recommendation: The Monument Square Art Fair be granted permission to lease Lakefront Parking Lot. No. 5 on Saturday, June 10, 2006 & Sunday, June 11, 2006, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $360 in revenue for the Parking System. | Referred | |
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06-1739
| A | | February 2006 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: February 2006 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1746
| A | | Lawrence B. Johnson requesting that the 1700 block of Hill Street be allowed to park on both sides of the street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Lawrence B. Johnson requesting that the 1700 block of Hill Street be allowed to park on both sides of the street.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1747
| A | | Establishment of a Flex Development for 2333-2405 Northwestern Avenue | Communication | Subject: The Establishment of a Flex Development Use Supplement for 2333-2405 Northwestern Avenue.
Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1748
| A | | Establishment of Design Guidelines for the Uptown Corridor District | Communication | Subject: The Establishment of Design Guidelines for the Uptown Corridor District
Recommendation: That the Communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1749
| A | | Establishment of Updated Design Guidelines for the Expanded Downtown Area | Communication | Subject: The Establishment of Updated Design Guidelines for the Expanded Downtown Area.
Recommendation: Received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1726
| A | | Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection authorizing the city of Racine to act as an Agent as authorized by Section 97.41, Wisconsin Statutes.
(Refer to the Board of Health).
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection that will enable the city of Racine to act as an Agent in accordance with Section 97.41, Wisconsin Statutes.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1729
| A | | Children's Community Health Plan | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator is requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan (CCHP). Children's Community Health Plan is an HMO provider to Medicaid recipients. The intent of the agreement is to arrange for the provision of designated health care services by the City of Racine Health Department to CCHP and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees.
(Refer to the Board of Health and the Finance and Personnel Committee).
Recommendation from the Board of Health: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan (CCHP) so that the Racine City Health Department is able to bill for and receive reimbursement for services rendered to CCHP and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation from the Finance and Personnel Committee 04-10-06. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan, which enables the City of Racine's Health Department to receive Medicare reimbursemen | Referred | |
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06-1729
| A | | Children's Community Health Plan | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator is requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan (CCHP). Children's Community Health Plan is an HMO provider to Medicaid recipients. The intent of the agreement is to arrange for the provision of designated health care services by the City of Racine Health Department to CCHP and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees.
(Refer to the Board of Health and the Finance and Personnel Committee).
Recommendation from the Board of Health: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan (CCHP) so that the Racine City Health Department is able to bill for and receive reimbursement for services rendered to CCHP and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation from the Finance and Personnel Committee 04-10-06. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan, which enables the City of Racine's Health Department to receive Medicare reimbursemen | Referred | |
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06-1736
| A | | Wisconsin Wins Program MOU | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator is requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an MOU with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the Wisconsin Wins Program. See attached MOU for more information.
(Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee and the Board of Health).
Recommendation from the Board of Health: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the Wisconsin WINS Program.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation from the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the memorandum of understanding of the Wisconsin Wins Program (WI WINS) to be utilized for the State of Wisconsin to come into and stay in compliance with Federal Synar regulations.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1736
| A | | Wisconsin Wins Program MOU | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator is requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an MOU with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the Wisconsin Wins Program. See attached MOU for more information.
(Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee and the Board of Health).
Recommendation from the Board of Health: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the Wisconsin WINS Program.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation from the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the memorandum of understanding of the Wisconsin Wins Program (WI WINS) to be utilized for the State of Wisconsin to come into and stay in compliance with Federal Synar regulations.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1735
| A | | 13th District Alderman wishing to discuss the relocation of Santa's Chalet in West Racine. The request is to relocate the building to the northwest corner of Washington Avenue and West Blvd. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 13th District Alderman wishing to discuss the relocation of Santa's Chalet in West Racine. The request is to relocate the building to the northwest corner of Washington Avenue and West Blvd.
Recommend: Approve | Referred | |
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06-1724
| A | | Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the proposals received, to Operate a Taxicab service for the City of Racine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the proposals received, to Operate a Taxicab service for the City of Racine.
Recommendation: The proposal of Joel Venn and Sally Pieske to purchase the City's taxicab serice for $16,000.00 be accepted, subject to evidence of compliance with the terms of the proposed contract for sale; that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract witht eh corporation to be established by the buyers for operation of the taxicab service, and that Resolution #6862 of 1-17-06, which authorized sale of the taxicab service to Hafiz Trans, Inc. be rescinded.
Fiscal Note: This sale will result in receipt by the City of $16,000.00. | Referred | |
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06-1679
| A | | Employee Self Service Portal Agreement | Communication | Subject: Enter into an agreement with GEMS/Harris Computer Systems for the Employee Self-Service Portal software package to integrate with HRMS and the CoR public website.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an addendum agreement with GEMS/Harris Computer Systems for the City to purchase the Employee Self-Service Portal software package with the installationan costs of $5,400 and an additional $600 annual maintenace fee.
Fiscal Note: $5,400 installation cost is budgeted for in account 403.000.5820, Gems Services Expansion. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1685
| A | | $5,000 donation supporting a study on new housing in the Lincoln-King neighborhood. | Communication | Subject: To review and recommend a donation from the Racine Community Foundation of $5,000 to support a study of the feasibility and market for additional new housing in the Lincoln-King neighborhood.
Recommendation: That the Director of City Development be granted permission to accept $5,000 from the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for a study of the feasibility of and market for additional new housing in the Lincoln-King neighborhood and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: The funds will be utilized for a study of the feasibility of and market for additional new housing in the Lincoln-King neighborhood. The funds will be matched with $5,000 from the Department of City Development Professional Services account No. 101.150.5610. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1695
| B | | Communication from the Chief of Police, requesting authorization to accept a donation from Crime Stoppers, in the amount of $1,300, to fund he printing of adhesive stickers, which will help the Racine Police Department in non-consent to trespass enforceme | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting authorization to accept a donation from Crime Stoppers, in the amount of $1,300, to fund the printing of adhesive stickers, which will help the Racine Police Department in Non-consent to Tresspass Enforcement.
(Also referred to the License & Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 03-27-06: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to accept $1,300 donation from Crime Stoppers to be utilized for printing adhesive stickers regarding Non-consent to Tresspass Enforcement and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 03-27-06: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to accept $1,300 donation from Crime Stoppers to be utilized for printing adhesive stickers regarding Non-Consent to Trespass Enforcement.
Fiscal Note: The donation will be utilized for the purchase of stickers regarding Non-consent to Trespass Enforcement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Ord.08-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 8-06 TO REPEAL SEC. 2-129 RELATING TO ADMINISTRATION-RULES OR PROCEDURE | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 8-06 TO REPEAL SEC. 2-129 RELATING TO ADMINISTRATION-RULES OF PROCEDURE
To repeal Sec. 2-129 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Administration - Rules of procedure.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 2-129 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed.
Part 2:
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
Recommendation: That Ordinance No. 08-06 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Received As Read | Pass |
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06-1699
| A | | Bond resolution providing assistance to the State & Main Redevelopment Project (TID 13) | Communication | Subject: A bond resolution in providing financial assistance for the State and Main Redevelopment Project (TID 13).
Recommendation: That the bond resolution in providing financial assistance for the State and Main Redevelopment Project (TID 13) be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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05-1090
| A | | Change Order No. 2 on Contract 26-05 (K5-033), Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 26-05 (K5-033), Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 2 on Contract 26-05 (K5-033), Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $142,376.67.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$113,560.77 - Account 986.908.5020, Concrete Street Paving, Misc. Locations
$ 20,839.67 - Account 986.907.5310, San. Sewer Const., Misc. Locations
$ 3,919.98 - Account 104.986.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations
$ 4,056.25 - Water Department
$142,376.67 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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05-1091
| A | | Change Order No. 2 on Contract 30-05 (K5-037), Street Paving, LaLonde Contractors, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 30-05 (K5-037), Street Paving, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 2 on Contract 30-05 (K5-037), Street Paving, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $10,531.38.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 3,893.98 - Account 986.908.5020, Concrete St. Paving, Misc. Locations.
$ 6,637.40 - Water Department
$10,531.38 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1482
| A | | Proposal from Earth Tech for the design of the Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer. (direct referral) | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal from Earth Tech, Inc. for the design of the Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer.
Recommendation: Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, for Sanitary Sewer Lining in Sixth Street, at a cost not-to-exceed $42,696.00
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$40,546.00 - Account 986.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Various Locations
$ 2,150.00 - Water Utility
$42,696.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1608
| A | | Property owners opposing Portland cement concrete paving improvements to Blue River Avenue from Illinois Street to Oregon Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from property owners opposing Portland cement concrete paving improvements for Blue River Avenue from Illionis Street to Oregon Street.
Recommendation: Communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1636
| A | | Assess lighting in the 3600 block of Haven Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Item 15 of March 7, 2006, communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the request of the Alderman of the 12th District to assess the lighting in the 3600 block of Haven Avenue.
Recommendation: Communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1656
| A | | Deed Notice for 820 Pearl Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a Deed Notice for 820 Pearl Street.
Recommendation: A Deed Notice for 820 Pearl Street be filed with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1678
| A | | Policies and procedures for use of Monument Square. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services presenting the first draft of policies and procedures for use of Monument Square at no charge.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services: Change wording in the section of the policy that says five times per year to five different events per year, and adopt as amended. Refer to Public Works and Services Committee and Common Council for approval.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-5-06): The policy for use of Monument Square, as amended, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1684
| A | | Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Rodrigues-Pavao, 1237 North Osborne Boulevard, opposing street improvements for North Osborne Boulevard from Ravine Drive to Fairway Drive. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Rodrigues-Pavao, 1237 North Osborne Boulevard, opposing street improvements for North Osborne Boulevard from Ravine Drive to Fairway Drive.
Recommendation: Communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1688
| A | | Neighborhood Watch request to use the City Hall Annex parking lot for its plant sale fundraiser pickup on Saturday, May 20, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine Neighborhood Watch requesting to use the City Hall Annex parking lot for its plant sale fundraiser pickup on Saturday, May 20, 2006, from 5 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch to use the City Hall Annex parking lot and lawn area abutting Grand Avenue on Saturday, May 20, 2006, from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in conjunction with a fundraiser.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1697
| A | | 4th Fest of Greater Racine request to use city right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of 4th Fest of Greater Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks.
(Also refer to Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-5-06): Permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain city streets on Tuesday, July 4, 2006, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to hold the 2006 Independence Day Parade.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic on Tuesday, July 4, 2006, from 7:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and both the Main Street and State Street Bridges on Tuesday, July 4, 2006, from 9:05 p.m. to 10:40 p.m., for the Fourth Fest activities.
Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close Goo | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1702
| A | | Kevin F. Parco, 3918 North Bay Drive, and David Reesman, 3900 North Bay Drive, on behalf of the property owners on North Bay Drive objecting to the proposed Portland Cement Concrete Paving project for North Bay Drive from Saxony to Steeplechase Drive. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Kevin F. Parco, 3918 North Bay Drive, and David Reesman, 3900 North Bay Drive, on behalf of the property owners on North Bay Drive objecting to the proposed Portland Cement Concrete Paving project for North Bay Drive from Saxony to Steeplechase Drive.
Recommendation: Communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1707
| A | | Todd Shanks request for paving of Biscayne Avenue from Oakwood Drive to Southwood Drive and a preliminary resolution be authorized. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Todd Shanks of TDS Co., LLP, requesting the paving of Biscayne Avenue from Oakwood Drive to Southwood Drive and a preliminary resolution be authorized.
Recommendation: The prayer of the petitioners be granted.
Further recommends that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of Biscayne Avenue from Monarch Drive to Oakwood Drive with Portland Cement Concrete.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1710
| A | | Bid results on Contract 10-06 (K6-011), Chicory Road Reconstruction. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 10-06 (K6-011), Chicory Road Reconstruction.
Recommendation: Contract 10-06 (K6-011), Chicory Road Reconstruction, be awarded to Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $1,286,897.60, 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:
$ 768,242.07 - Account 919.986.5010, Chicory Road
$ 518,655.53 - Village of Mt. Pleasant
$1,286,897.60 - Total
Further recommends that funding in the amount of $8,500.00 for construction inspection and $1,000.00 for material testing be appropriated from Account 919.986.5010, Chicory Road.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1717
| A | | Request of Gorman & Company, Inc. to install steel H piles in the public right-of-way as part of the Main Street and State Street development project. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting the request of Gorman & Company, Inc. to install steel H piles in the public right-of-way as part of the Main Street and State Street development project.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to Gorman & Company, inc., to remove sidewalks and trees and to place a H-Beam and wood lagging retaining wall system in city right-of-way as part of the Main Street and State Street development project, with the following stipulations:
1. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
2. Proof of liability insurance be submitted.
3. The contractor shall place suitable signage indicating the closure of the sidewalks.
4. The contractor shall provide secure fencing around the perimeter of the project area.
5. The contractor agrees to replace all removed or damaged sidewalk in accordance with City specifications.
6. The contractor agrees to replant an equivalent number of trees.
7. The contractor agrees to replace street lighting in accordance with City requirements.
8. The contractor shall provide traff | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1719
| A | | Request to waive formal bidding procedures for emergency repairs to chiller at the Safety Building. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting that formal bidding procedures be waived for emergency repairs to the chiller at the Safety Building.
Recommendation: That an emergency situation be declared in accordance with Section 62.15(1)(b) of State Statutes and that formal bidding procedures be waived for emergency replacement of the chillers at the Safety Building.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to negotiate with Johnson Controls, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, for the replacement of this equipment.
Fiscal Note: The cost of this emergency repair is estimated at $140,000.00 which, except for a $10,000.00 deductible, should be covered by the city's property insurance. Funds are available for the City's share of the cost of this repair. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1413
| A | | (Direct Referral) Request of the Committee for the appearance of Maria Salas, d/b/a Las Palomas, 1600 Douglas Avenue, relating to several incidents occurring in November and December 2005. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Committee for the appearance of Maria Salas, d/b/a Las Palomas, 1600 Douglas Avenue, relating to several incidents occurring in November and December 2005.
Recommendation: That the matter be referred to a due process hearing for determination whether the license should be revoked or suspended and that outside counsel be retained to prosecute the matter and court reporting services be retained to record the hearing.
DUE PROCESS HEARING RECOMMENDATION (3-29-06):
IN THE MATTER OF: Hearing on the License of Maria Salas for “Class B" Intoxicating Liquors and Fermented Malt Beverages License for 1600 Douglas Avenue, Racine, Wisconsin.
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That Maria Salas holds a “Class B" intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages license for Las Palomas at 1600 Douglas Avenue, Racine, Wisconsin, which authorized the sale of intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages for the current license year of 2005 to 2006.
2. Maria Salas has held such licenses for 1600 Douglas Avenue since February, 2005.
3. Notice o | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1642
| A | | Purchasing Agent submitting bids received under Official Notice #8, One (1) LARGE AREA ROTARY MOWER. | Communication | Subject:(Direct Referral) from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids received under Official Notice #8, One (1) LARGE AREA ROTARY MOWER.
Recommendation: That Official Notice #8, One (1) Large Area Rotary Mower, be awarded to Reinders, Inc., Elm Grove, WI, they being the only responsive bidder at their bid price of $72,472.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account #101-700.5770. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1666
| A | | Melvin T. Bumpus, for Change Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 1846 Mead Street. | Communication | Subject: Application of The Brothers Club, Melvin T. Bumpus, for Change Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 1846 Mead Street.
(2nd District) (Alderman of the 2nd District included in reference) (The agent has been requested to appear)
Recommendation: Change of agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1695
| B | | Communication from the Chief of Police, requesting authorization to accept a donation from Crime Stoppers, in the amount of $1,300, to fund he printing of adhesive stickers, which will help the Racine Police Department in non-consent to trespass enforceme | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting authorization to accept a donation from Crime Stoppers, in the amount of $1,300, to fund the printing of adhesive stickers, which will help the Racine Police Department in Non-consent to Tresspass Enforcement.
(Also referred to the License & Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 03-27-06: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to accept $1,300 donation from Crime Stoppers to be utilized for printing adhesive stickers regarding Non-consent to Tresspass Enforcement and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 03-27-06: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to accept $1,300 donation from Crime Stoppers to be utilized for printing adhesive stickers regarding Non-Consent to Trespass Enforcement.
Fiscal Note: The donation will be utilized for the purchase of stickers regarding Non-consent to Trespass Enforcement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1696
| A | | Bids for Contract 15-06 (K6-016) Fence Replacement at Mound Cemetery | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Bids on Contract 15-06 (K6-016), Fence Replacement at Mound Cemetery.
Recommendation: The bid for contract 15-06(K6-016), Fence Replacement at Mound Cemetery be accepted in the amount of $ 20,866.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account #207.000.5750, Cemetery Fencing. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1698
| A | | Change Order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 51-05 (K5-058) Rubblestone Wall Replacement at North Beach Bathhouse by Bukacek Construction LLC. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Change Order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 51-05 (K5-058) Rubblestone Wall Replacement at North Beach Bathhouse by Bukacek Construction LLC.
Recommendation: That Change Order #1 be approved for an increase of $795.00 and that final payment be approved for a total contract amount of $125,668.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account #985.700.5070 - North Beach Wall. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1714
| A | | Application of Community Care Organization, Inc., for a Public Passenger Vehicle Provider's License. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Application of Community Care Organization, Inc., for a Public Passenger Vehicle Provider's License.
Recommendation: License be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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05-1291
| A | | Parking restrictions in the 1100 Block of North Memorial Drive. | Communication | Subject: Item 17 of 12-06-05, communication from the Alderman of the 8th District requesting to meet with the appropriate committee to discuss parking restrictions in the 1100 Block of North Memorial Drive.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1456
| A | | Request for parking changes in the 2200 block of Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Item 15 of February 7, 2006 communication from the 5th District Alderman on behalf of Mary Meyers, requesting parking changes in the 2200 block of Douglas Avenue.
Recommendation: Recommends that "No Parking from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. on Monday through Friday" be installed on "Douglas Avenue, west side, from 190 feet south of Layard Avenue south 550 feet and Douglas Avenue, east side, from 230 feet south of Layard Avenue south 370 feet".
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $400.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $160.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1587
| A | | requesting to appear before the Traffic Commission to discuss restricting the parking in the proximity of the library's book return bins on Ohio Street across from Goodland School. | Communication | Subject: Item 19 of 2-22-06, being a communication from the Business Manager at the Racine Library in regards to restricting the parking on Ohio Street across from Goodland School.
Recommendation: A No Parking Any Time be installed on "Ohio Street, east side, from Graceland Boulevard north 80 feet".
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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06-1647-A
| A | | Racine Zoological Society requesting exclusive use of Lakeview Park for competitors and other needs and the blocking of traffic from on Michigan Boulevard beginning at Lakeview Park heading north to Goold Street and Goold Street west to Main Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Zoological Society requesting exclusive use of Lakeview Park for competitors and other needs and the blocking of traffic from Michigan Boulevard beginning at Lakeview Park heading north to Goold Street and Goold Street west to Main Street.
Referred to Traffic Commission and to the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.
Traffic Commission 3-20-06 Recommendation: This communication be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services (4-18-06): The Racine Zoological Society be granted permission to close Goold Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard and Michigan Boulevard from Goold Street to Yout Street, from 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 28, 2006, to 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 30, 2006, in conjunction with the Zoo-B-que event, 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;
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06-1682
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting the traffic code be updated for one-way streets. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting the traffic code be updated for one-way streets.
Recommendation: Amending the traffic code relating to "One-way streets" to include, "West Street between, between Gideon Court and Marquette Street, westbound" and "West Street between, between LaSalle Street and Gideon Court, eastbound".
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1725
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting the Hospital Directional Signs near St. Luke's Hospital be removed. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting the Hospital Directional Signs near St. Luke's Hospital be removed.
Recommendation: The removal of all Hospital directional signs for St. Luke's Hospital in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices as St. Luke's Hospital no longer provides "continuous emergency care capability, with a physician on duty 24 hours per day, seven days per week is available."
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1727
| 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: | 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 94-81(b) of Schedule E of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "One-way streets" be amended:
By Including:
1. West Street between, between Gideon Court and Marquette Street, westbound.
2. West Street between, between LaSalle Street and Gideon Court, eastbound.
B. Recommends that Section 94-141(1) of Schedule F relating to "No parking any time," be amended:
By Deleting:
1. Douglas Avenue, both sides, from Goold Street to Layard Avenue.
By Including:
1. Douglas Avenue, both sides, from Goold Street north 270 feet.
2. Douglas Avenue, west side, from Layard Avenue south 190 feet.
3. Douglas Avenue, east side, from Layard Avenue south 230 feet.
4. Ohio Street, east side, from Graceland Boulevard north 80 feet.
C. Recommends that Section 94-141(23) of Schedule F relating to "No parking from 6:0 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1639
| A | | Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside to terminate the current Racine Bus Service Contract. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside to terminate the current Racine Bus Service Contract.
Recommendation: The University of Wisconsin at Parkside request to change the termination date of the existing transit service contract from June 30, 2006, to May 12, 2006, be approved, and further recommend that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract amendment on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: Reductions in service will not impact the City of Racine share of the Belle Urban System budget, as local payments are the responsibility of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1661
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the February 2006 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the February 2006 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1662
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the January 2006 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the January 2006 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1663
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner recommending the City of Racine enter into an agreement with Architectural Associates, LTD, for architect/engineering services for the design of expanded administrative offices for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner recommending the City of Racine enter into an agreement with Architectural Associates, LTD, for architect/engineering services for the design of expanded administrative offices for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Architectural Associates, LTD, for architect/engineering services for the design of expanded administrative offices for the Belle Urban System, at a cost not to exceed $59,400, funding to be provided by Federal Capital Grant WI-03-0080 (80%), and City of Racine CIP Capital projects Account 105.900.5010 (20%).
Fiscal Note: Funds available as shown above. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1664
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner to review and consider the scrapping of six old buses. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner to review and consider the scrapping of six old buses.
Recommendation: That surplus buses be offered for sale or sold as scrap.
Fiscal Note: Sale of surplus buses is indeterminate. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1665
| A | | Communication from the Lakefront Artist Fair committee requesting permission to rent parking lot #5, or a comparable lot near the Festival site, from 6:00 A.M. until 5:00 PM on May 6, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Lakefront Artist Fair committee requesting permission to rent parking lot #5, or a comparable lot near the Festival site, from 6:00 A.M. until 5:00 PM on May 6, 2006.
Recommendation: The Lakefront Artist Fair be granted permission to lease Lakefront Parking Lot No. 5 on May 6, 2006, subject to payment of lease costs of $1.50 per space for the parking lot in accordance with existing City policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: Rental will provide $180 for the Parking System. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1677
| A | | Barbara A. Walsh and students that attend the University of Wisconsin - Parkside wishing to address the proposed cuts to the Route 9 bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Barbara A. Walsh and students that attend the University of Wisconsin - Parkside wishing to address the proposed cuts to the Route 9 bus service.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1689
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a request from Gorman and Company for a reduced parking rate at the Gaslight Parking Ramp during construction of their building at 2nd and Main Street | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a request from Gorman and Company for a reduced parking rate at the Gaslight Parking Ramp during construction of their building at 2nd and Main Streets.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1700
| A | | Communication from the Sturtevant Village Administrator for the reduction of City bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Sturtevant Village Administrator for the reduction of City bus service.
Recommendation: Recommend that the Village of Sturtevant request to eliminate Saturday route 7 bus service in the Village be approved, and further recommend that the existing weekday route 27 bus service in the Village be restructured as approved by the Village trustees be approved, and further recommend that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract amendment on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: Reductions in service will not impact the City of Racine share of the Belle Urban System budget, as local payments are the responsibility of the Village of Sturtevant. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1605
| A | | CUP - 2024 N. Memorial Drive. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request from David R. Opahle seeking a conditional use permit for a painting contractor's storage facility at 2024 N. Memorial Drive.
Recommendation: That the request by David R. Ophale seeking a conditional use permit for a painting contractor's storage facility at 2024 N. Memorial Drive be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans as presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2006 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the maximum hours of the operation be from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and no hours on Sunday.
c. That there be no outside storage of contractor’s vehicles, equipment or materials.
d. That no junked or inoperable vehicles be stored outdoors.
e. That no storage of boats and recreational vehicles be conducted.
f. That all signs be professionally made and comply with all applicable ordinances.
g. That a landscaping, fencing and paving plan be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval that depicts the i | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1616
| A | | USA Payday Loans - 3326 Washington Avenue | Application | Subject: Direct Referral. Appeal of a decision of the Access Corridor Development Review Committee relating to a proposed sign package for USA Payday Loans at 3326 Washington Avenue.
Recommendation: That the Appeal of a decision of the Access Corridor Development Review Committee relating to a proposed sign package for USA Payday Loans at 3326 Washington Avenue be denied, and the file be referred back to Access Corridor Development Review Committee.
Fiscal Note: N/A
3-2-06 Access Corridor
Recommendation: That the site and building plans submitted be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee on March 2, 2006 be approved, subject to the following conditions.
b. That a final landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval by the Director of City Development illustrating, at minimum, curbing and decorative fencing along Blaine Avenue and a five foot landscape strip along Washington Avenue. If an occupancy permit is requested prior to the installation of the landscaping, th | Referred | |
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Ord.06-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 6-06 to amend Sec. 86-4 and create Sec. 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Subdivision of land - fees. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 6-06 to amend Sec. 86-4 and create Sec. 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Subdivision of land - fees.
To amend Sec. 86-4 and create Sec. 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Subdivision of land - fees.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 86-4 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by changing the title to read:
“Sec. 86-4. Lot divisions and consolidations (splits and joiners).”
by adding “(a)” before the start of the first paragraph and by adding a new paragraph as follows:
“(b) No person shall perform a consolidation or reconfiguration of lots of record unless the assessor, in consultation with the zoning administrator, finds that the consolidation or reconfiguration does not cause a non-conformity or result in a greater degree of non-conformity under this chapter or other applicable laws or ordinances. This section shall apply to all platted and unplatted lands within the city.”
Part 2:
Sec. 86-194 of the Munici | Received As Read | Pass |
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06-1703
| A | | CUP - 1304 Villa Street | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Joel G. Venn of JJV Real Estate seeking a conditional use permit to operate an office for a medical transport company at 1304 Villa Street.
Recommendation: That the item be received and filed, and Mr. Venn be refunded his submittal fee.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1704
| A | | CUP 1901 Taylor Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Jawed (Joe) Awan seeking a conditional use permit to operate a facility conducting general automotive repair such as tune ups, exhaust and brakes at 1901 Taylor Avenue.
Recommendation: Approve, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 28, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on April 26, 2006 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That an occupancy permit shall be requested from the Building Department prior to the operation of this business at this location.
c. That no auto body work or auto painting be conducted at this location.
d. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
e. That all vehicles waiting repair, or those which have been repaired shall be stored on the subject property in an orderly fashion but in no case longer than 20 days.
f. That by July 1, 2006 the following shall be accomplished:
1. Submit a landscape plan for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. If occupancy is request | Referred | |
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06-1705
| A | | CUP 724 Racine Street. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Robert Brook seeking a conditional use permit to operate an automotive trim, upholstery and tops facility at 724 Racine Street.
Recommendation: That the request by Robert Brooks seeking a conditional use permit to operate an automotive trim, upholstery and tops facility at 724 Racine Street be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1706
| A | | CUP - 6116 Regency West shopping center | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Peter Fruneck of the Albion Group representing Metropolitan Group, LLC seeking to amend the conditional use permit for the Regency West shopping center to construct a 7,000 square foot multi tenant facility at 6116 Regency West Drive.
Recommendation: That the request by Peter Furneck of the Albion Group representing Metropolitan Group, LLC seeking to amend the conditional use permit for the Regency Point Shopping Center to construct a 7,000 square foot multi tenant facility at 6116 Regency West Drive be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 15, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2006 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That prior to the issuance of a building permit the following shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval:
1. a revised landscape plan.
2. plans for the dumpster enclosure.
3. detailed site and building exterior lighting plan.
c. That roof-top mechanical equipment be s | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1708
| A | | CUP - 1510 Packard Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Brian J. Gill seeking a conditional use permit for an existing residence at 1510 Packard Avenue.
Recommendation: That a request from Brian J. Gill seeking a conditional use permit for an existing residence at 1510 Packard Avenue that utilizes both the first and second floors as dwelling space be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the house and property be maintained in good order.
b. That by June 1, 2006 the porch skirts be repaired, painted, or replaced; and the porch steps and deck be repaired and painted.
c. That all codes and ordinance be complied with and required permits acquired.
d. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Common Council.
e. That this permit is subject to Plan Commission review for compliance with the listed conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1712
| A | | CUP - 1500 Durand Avenue Unit "C" | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Nicholas J. Nicholson seeking a conditional use permit to operate a facility offering general automotive repair such as brakes, exhaust, engine, and transmission repair and replacement in Unit "C" of 1500 Durand Avenue.
Recommendation: That a request by Nicholas Nicholson seeking a conditional use permit to operate a facility offering general automotive repair at 1500 Durand Avenue, Unit “C” be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 3, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2006 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That no auto body work or auto painting be conducted at this location.
c. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
d. That all vehicles waiting repair, or those which have been repaired shall be stored on the subject property in an orderly fashion but in no case longer than 20 days.
e. That by June 1, 2006 the following shall be accomplished:
1. Submit a landscape plan for the review | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1713
| A | | CUP 1500 Durand Ave Unit "B" | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Tim Ratiff of BBT Transmission, Inc. seeking a conditional use permit to operate an automotive transmission repair facility in Unit "B" of 1500 Durand Avenue.
Recommendation: That a request by Tim Ratliff seeking a conditional use permit to operate a facility offering automotive transmission repair services at 1500 Durand Avenue, Unit “B” be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 1, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2006 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That no auto body work or auto painting be conducted at this location.
c. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
d. That all vehicles waiting repair, or those which have been repaired shall be stored on the subject property in an orderly fashion but in no case longer than 20 days.
e. That by June 1, 2006 the following shall be accomplished:
1. Submit a landscape plan for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. If | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1588
| A | | Community Option Fund | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator requests permission to accept $15,000 from the Community Option Fund for the purpose of hiring the Coalition to End Childhood Lead Poisoning to assist the city of Racine in applying for a grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Recommendation: That up to $15,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Racine Health Department to hire a grant writer to assist in developing an application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for grant funding to end childhood lead poisoning.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1715
| A | | Computer Numerical Center (CNC ) Boot Camp | Application | Subject: Request of the Manager of the Workforce Development Center that the City of Racine co-sponsor the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Boot Camp with Gateway Technical College and Workforce Development Center.
Recommendation: That up to $8,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to Gateway Technical College for the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Boot Camp.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.06-6954
| A | | PRELIMINARY RESOLUTION ON PROPOSED PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING | Resolution | FINAL RESOLUTION ON PROPOSED PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 14th day of March, 2006, for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Connolly Avenue from Republic Avenue to Seventeenth Street.
North Osborne Boulevard from Harrington Drive to Ravine Drive.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows:
1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved.
2. That the Commissioner of Public Works is directed to advertise for bids and to carry out the work of such improvement in accordance with the report of the Commissioner of Publi | Referred | |
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Res.06-6955
| A | | HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH | Resolution | HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch to use the City Hall Annex parking lot and lawn area abutting Grand Avenue on Saturday, May 20, 2006, from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in conjunction with a fundraiser.
FISCAL NOTE: Not applicable. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6956
| A | | HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT GORMAN & COMPANY | Resolution | HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT GORMAN & COMPANY
RESOLVED, that permission be granted to Gorman & Company, inc., to remove sidewalks and trees and to place an H-Beam and wood lagging retaining wall system in city right-of-way as part of the Main Street and State Street development project, with the following stipulations:
1. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
2. Proof of liability insurance be submitted.
3. The contractor shall place suitable signage indicating the closure of the sidewalks.
4. The contractor shall provide secure fencing around the perimeter of the project area.
5. The contractor agrees to replace all removed or damaged sidewalk in accordance with City specifications.
6. The contractor agrees to replant an equivalent number of trees.
7. The contractor agrees to replace street lighting in accordance with City requirements.
8. The contractor shall provide traffic control signage and barriers as required in accordance with M.U.T.C.D.
9. The contractor shall secure street opening permits and pay all necessary street opening charges.
10. Upon completion of the | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6957
| A | | CONTRACT FOR CHICORY ROAD RECONSTRUCTION | Resolution | CONTRACT FOR CHICORY ROAD RECONSTRUCTION
RESOLVED, that Contract 10-06 (K6-011), Chicory Road Reconstruction, be awarded to Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $1,286,897.60, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 768,242.07 - Account 919.986.5010, Chicory Road
$ 518,655.53 - Village of Mt. Pleasant
$1,286,897.60 - Total
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding in the amount of $8,500.00 for construction inspection and $1,000.00 for material testing be appropriated from Account 919.986.5010, Chicory Road.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6958
| A | | WAIVE BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR SAFETY BUILDING REPAIRS | Resolution | WAIVE BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR SAFETY BUILDING REPAIRS
RESOLVED, that an emergency situation be declared in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 62.15(1)(b) and that formal bidding procedures be waived for emergency replacement of the chillers at the Safety Building.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to negotiate with Johnson Controls, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, for the replacement of this equipment.
FISCAL NOTE: The cost of this emergency repair is estimated at $140,000.00 which, except for a $10,000.00 deductible, should be covered by the city's property insurance. Funds are available for the City's share of the cost of this repair. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6959
| A | | CHANGE ORDER CONCRETE STREET RECONSTRUCTION | Resolution | CHANGE ORDER CONCRETE STREET RECONSTRUCTION
RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 26-05 (K5-033), Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $142,376.67.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$113,560.77 - Account 986.908.5020, Concrete Street Paving, Misc. Locations
$ 20,839.67 - Account 986.907.5310, San. Sewer Const., Misc. Locations
$ 3,919.98 - Account 104.986.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations
$ 4,056.25 - Water Department
$142,376.67 - Total
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6960
| A | | CHANGE ORDER STREET PAVING | Resolution | CHANGE ORDER STREET PAVING
RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 30-05 (K5-037), Street Paving, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $10,531.38.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 3,893.98 - Account 986.908.5020, Concrete St. Paving, Misc. Locations.
$ 6,637.40 - Water Utility
$10,531.38 - Total
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6961
| A | | AGREEMENT SIXTH STREET SANITARY SEWER | Resolution | AGREEMENT SIXTH STREET SANITARY SEWER
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, for Sanitary Sewer Lining in Sixth Street, at a cost not-to-exceed $42,696.00
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$40,546.00 - Account 986.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Various Locations
$ 2,150.00 - Water Utility
$42,696.00 - Total
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6962
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2024 N MEMORIAL DRIVE | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2024 N MEMORIAL DRIVE
RESOLVED, that the request of David R. Ophale seeking a conditional use permit for a painting contractor's storage facility at 2024 N. Memorial Drive be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans as presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2006 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the maximum hours of the operation be from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday and no hours on Sunday.
c. That there be no outside storage of contractor’s vehicles, equipment or materials.
d. That no junked or inoperable vehicles be stored outdoors.
e. That no storage of boats and recreational vehicles be conducted.
f. That all signs be professionally made and comply with all applicable ordinances.
g. That a landscaping, fencing and paving plan be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval that depicts the installation of landscaping along North Memorial Drive and the paving of travel lanes and suitable parking areas. Based on the approved landsca | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6963
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1510 PACKARD AVENUE | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1510 PACKARD AVENUE
RESOLVED, that the request of Brian J. Gill seeking a conditional use permit for an existing residence at 1510 Packard Avenue that utilizes both the first and second floors as dwelling space, be approved subject to the following conditions:
a. That the house and property be maintained in good order.
b. That by June 1, 2006 the porch skirts be repaired, painted, or replaced and that the porch steps and deck be repaired and painted.
c. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
d. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Common Council.
e. That this permit is subject to Plan Commission review for compliance with the listed conditions.
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Res.06-6964
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 6116 REGENCY WEST DRIVE | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 6116 REGENCY WEST DRIVE
RESOLVED, that the request by Peter Furneck of the Albion Group representing Metropolitan Group, LLC seeking to amend the conditional use permit for the Regency Point Shopping Center to construct a 7,000 square foot multi tenant facility at 6116 Regency West Drive be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 15, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2006, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That prior to the issuance of a building permit, the following shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval:
1. A revised landscape plan.
2. Plans for the dumpster enclosure.
3. Detailed site and building exterior lighting plan.
c. That roof-top mechanical equipment be screened from view.
d. That prior to issuance of an occupancy permit, a detailed uniform sign policy be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development that describes, among other things, the equitable distribution of the | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6965
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1500 DURAND AVENUE UNIT "C" | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1500 DURAND AVENUE UNIT "C"
RESOLVED, that the request of Nicholas Nicholson seeking a conditional use permit to operate a facility offering general automotive repair at 1500 Durand Avenue, Unit “C”, be approved subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 3, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2006, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That no auto body work or auto painting be conducted at this location.
c. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
d. That all vehicles waiting repair or those which have been repaired shall be stored on the subject property in an orderly fashion but in no case longer than 20 days.
e. That by June 1, 2006 the following shall be accomplished:
1. Submit a landscape plan for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. If occupancy is requested prior to the installation of landscaping, then a letter of credit equal to the value of the landscape plan shall be submitted for the review and approv | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6966
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1500 DURAND AVENUE UNIT "B" | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1500 DURAND AVENUE UNIT "B"
RESOLVED, that the request of Tim Ratliff seeking a conditional use permit to operate a facility offering automotive transmission repair services at 1500 Durand Avenue, Unit “B” be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 1, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2006, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That no auto body work or auto painting be conducted at this location.
c. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
d. That all vehicles waiting repair, or those which have been repaired shall be stored on the subject property in an orderly fashion but in no case longer than 20 days.
e. That by June 1, 2006 the following shall be accomplished:
1. Submit a landscape plan for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. If occupancy is requested prior to the installation of landscaping, then a letter of credit equal to the value of the landscape plan shall be submitted for the review an | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6967
| A | | ALLOCATE FUNDS TO RACINE HEALTH DEPARTMENT FOR GRANT WRITER | Resolution | ALLOCATE FUNDS TO RACINE HEALTH DEPARTMENT FOR GRANT WRITER
RESOLVED, that up to $15,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Racine Health Department to hire a grant writer to assist in developing an application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for grant funding to end childhood lead poisoning.
FISCAL NOTE: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6968
| A | | ALLOCATE FUNDS TO GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOR COMPUTER BOOT CAMP | Resolution | ALLOCATE FUNDS TO GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOR COMPUTER BOOT CAMP
RESOLVED, that up to $8,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to Gateway Technical College for the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Boot Camp.
FISCAL NOTE: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6969
| A | | CHANGE ORDER NORTH BEACH BATHHOUSE | Resolution | CHANGE ORDER NORTH BEACH BATHHOUSE
RESOLVED, that Change Order #1 on Contract 51-05 (K5-058), Rubblestone Wall Replacement at North Beach Bathhouse, Bukacek Construction LLC, contractor, be approved for an increase of $795.00 and that final payment be approved for a total contract amount of $125,668.00.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available in account #985.700.5070 - North Beach Wall. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6970
| A | | CONTRACT FOR FENCE REPLACEMENT AT MOUND CEMETERY | Resolution | CONTRACT FOR FENCE REPLACEMENT AT MOUND CEMETERY
RESOLVED, that Contract 15-06 (K6-016), Fence Replacement at Mound Cemetery, be awarded to Statewide Fencing, Franksville, Wisconsin, at their bid price of $20,866.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds are available in account #207.000.5750, Cemetery Fencing.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6971
| A | | PURCHASE ROTARY MOWER | Resolution | PURCHASE ROTARY MOWER
RESOLVED, that Official Notice #8, One (1) Large Area Rotary Mower, be awarded to Reinders, Inc., Elm Grove, Wisconsin, at their bid price of $72,472.00, they being the only responsible bidder.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds are available in account #101.700.5770.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6972
| A | | HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT LAKEFRONT ARTIST FAIR | Resolution | HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT LAKEFRONT ARTIST FAIR
RESOLVED, that the Lakefront Artist Fair be granted permission to lease Lakefront Parking Lot No. 5 on May 6, 2006, subject to payment of lease costs of $1.50 per space for the parking lot in accordance with existing City policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
FISCAL NOTE: Rental will provide $180 for the Parking System. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6973
| A | | AMENDMENT TO PARKSIDE BUS SERVICE CONTRACT | Resolution | AMENDMENT TO PARKSIDE BUS SERVICE CONTRACT
RESOLVED, that the University of Wisconsin at Parkside's request to change the termination date of the existing transit service contract from June 30, 2006, to May 12, 2006, be approved, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract amendment on behalf of the City of Racine.
FISCAL NOTE: Reductions in service will not impact the City of Racine share of the Belle Urban System budget, as local payments are the responsibility of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6974
| A | | CONTRACT AMENDMENT VILLAGE OF STURTEVANT BUS SERVICE | Resolution | CONTRACT AMENDMENT VILLAGE OF STURTEVANT BUS SERVICE
RESOLVED, that the Village of Sturtevant's request to eliminate Saturday route 7 bus service in the Village be approved, that the existing weekday route 27 bus service in the Village be restructured as approved by the Village trustees be approved, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract amendment on behalf of the City of Racine.
FISCAL NOTE: Reductions in service will not impact the City of Racine share of the Belle Urban System budget, as local payments are the responsibility of the Village of Sturtevant. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6975
| A | | SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR OFFICES AT BELLE URBAN SYSTEM | Resolution | SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR OFFICES AT BELLE URBAN SYSTEM
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional service agreement with Architectural Associates, LTD, for architect/engineering services for the design of expanded administrative offices for the Belle Urban System, at a cost not to exceed $59,400, funding to be provided by Federal Capital Grant WI-03-0080 (80%), and City of Racine CIP Capital projects Account 105.900.5010 (20%).
FISCAL NOTE: Funds available as shown above. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6976
| A | | RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF $1,800,000 TAXABLE TAX INCREMENT REVENUE BOND (STATE AT MAIN DEVELOPMENT, LLC PROJECT) BY THE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF RACINE, PROVIDING FOR CONTRIBUTION PAYMENTS BY THE CITY AND APPROVING RELATED DOCUMEN | Resolution | RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF $1,800,000 TAXABLE TAX INCREMENT REVENUE BOND (STATE AT MAIN DEVELOPMENT, LLC PROJECT) BY THE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF RACINE, PROVIDING FOR CONTRIBUTION PAYMENTS BY THE CITY AND APPROVING RELATED DOCUMENTS AND TRANSACTIONS
WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine, Wisconsin (the "Authority") has determined certain property located in Tax Incremental District No. 13 ("TID No. 13") of the City of Racine, Wisconsin (the "City") to be blighted within the meaning of Section 66.1333, Wisconsin Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council, in a Resolution adopted on March 7, 2005, found such property to be "blighted property" within the meaning of Section 66.1333 (2m)(bm); and
WHEREAS, the Authority proposes to carry out a program of blight elimination and urban renewal with respect to such blighted property in TID No. 13, as described in the Project Plan for TID No. 13; and
WHEREAS in order to further their redevelopment efforts with respect to such blighted property in TID No. 13, the Authority and the City propose | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6977
| A | | ADDENDUM AGREEMENT WITH GEMS/HARRIS COMPUTER SYSTEMS | Resolution | ADDENDUM AGREEMENT WITH GEMS/HARRIS COMPUTER SYSTEMS
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an addendum agreement with GEMS/Harris Computer Systems for the City to purchase the Employee Self-Service Portal software package with installation costs of $5,400 and an additional $600 annual maintenance fee.
FISCAL NOTE: $5,400 installation cost is budgeted for in account 403.000.5820, GEMS Services Expansion. | Adopted | Pass |
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Ord.09-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 9-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-254(n) RELATING TO ZONING-YARD REQUIREMENTS | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 9-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-254(n) RELATING TO ZONING-YARD REQUIREMENTS
To amend Sec. 114-254(n) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Yard requirements and open space.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 114-254(n) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting from the last sentence of the paragraph the following phrase, "formed by a street line and a private drive line".
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Mayor
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City Clerk
FISCAL NOTE: N/A
4-12-06 CPC
Recommendation: that the ordinance be adopted. | Referred | |
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Ord.10-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 10-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-823 RELATING TO ZONING - DEFINITIONS | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 10-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-823 RELATING TO ZONING - DEFINITIONS
To amend Sec. 114-823 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Definitions.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 114.823 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the paragraph of the description of "Downtown area" and inserting the following paragraph it its place:
"In this chapter, downtown area means the area described as follows:
Begin at a point being on the centerline of North Wisconsin Avenue approximately 190 feet north of the intersection of the centerlines of North Wisconsin Avenue and Hamilton Street; from said beginning point proceed east to the east line of Chatham Street, then north along said east line 90 feet; then easterly 114 feet; then north 100 feet; then easterly 82 feet to the west line of Michigan Boulevard; then southerly along said west line 200 feet; the east to a line being the western shore of Lake Michigan; then southerly along said line to a point on the e | Referred | |
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06-1754
| A | | Canvass of the April 4, 2006 Spring Election. | Report | Subject: Canvass of the April 4, 2006 Spring Election.
STATE OF WISCONSIN)
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COUNTY OF RACINE )
We, the Board of Canvassers, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the following statement is correct:
The whole number of votes cast at the Spring Election that was held on April 4, 2006 for the office of Alderperson is as follows:
DISTRICT 2 GLEN A. HALBE ROBERT L. ANDERSON
2-4 28 35
2-5 26 35
2-6 134 181
TOTAL DISTRICT 2 188 251
MAJORITY FOR ROBERT ANDERSON: 63
DISTRICT 4 JARVIS FINLEY JIM KAPLAN
4-9 36 58
4-10 25 73
4-11 54|99|
TOTAL DISTRICT 1 115 138
MAJORITY FOR JIM KAPLAN: 23
DISTRICT 6 SANDY WEIDNER
6-15 183
6-16 90
TOTAL DISTRICT 6 273
DISTRICT 8 Q.A. SHAKOOR, II
8-19 31
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