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Ord.11-14
| A | | Ordinance 11-14 | Ordinance | Ordinance 11-14
To amend, repeal and/or recreate subsections of Sec. 114-1028 and 114-1 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
Part 1: Amend subsection (e) of Sec. 114-1028 by inserting at the beginning of that subsection before the word “No” the words “Unless otherwise permitted in this section,” and then revising the word “No” to “no.”
Part 2: The following subsection shall be created in Sec. 114-1028 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine to read as follows:
“(i) In an area bounded by the Root River to the north and west, Sam's River Road to the east, and Water Street to the south, roof signs may be permitted but are subject to the following allowances:
1. One such sign per building by right and only displaying one name (i.e. the name of the major tenant, or the development or building name). The applicant shall submit an application and supporting materials to the Downtown Area Design Review Commission for review and approval.
2. Two such signs may be permitted per bu | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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14-10449
| A | | The fire department is requesting permission to accept the 2013 FEMA Assistance to Fire Fighters (AFG) grant for purchasing radio hardware and upgrading our radio interoperability capabilities to the statewide VHF trunking system known as WISCOM. (Res. No | Communication | Subject: The Fire Department is requesting permission to accept the 2013 FEMA Assistance to Fire Fighters (AFG) grant (Control #2014-019) for purchasing radio hardware and upgrading our radio interoperability capabilities to the statewide VHF trunking system known as WISCOM. (Res. No. 14-0358)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 8-25-14: Permission be granted to the fire department to accept the 2013 FEMA Assistance to Fire Fighters (AFG) grant (Control #2014-019) for purchasing radio hardware and upgrading our radio interoperability capabilities to the statewide VHF trunking system known as WISCOM.
Fiscal Note: The grant request is for $210,500 of which the City's hard match is 10% or $21,050. AFG will provide $189,450 with the City’s match covering the balance of the project. Funds are available in account 944.300.5030 to cover this request. (Control #2014-019) | Referred | |
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14-10481
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res No. 14-0368) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply & accept $25,000.00 in grant funds from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to assist with ash management/treatments as well as to contract with an arboricultural trainer to provide advanced chainsaw and aerial truck tree removal & rigging training to the City Forestry crew. Grant Control #2014-034 (Res No. 14-0368)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 8-25-14: Defer the item until the September 8, 2014 Finance & Personnel meeting.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 9-8-14: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply & accept $25,000.00 in grant funds from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to assist with ash management/treatments as well as to contract with an arboricultural trainer to provide advanced chainsaw and aerial truck tree removal & rigging training to the City Forestry crew. Grant Control #2014-034
Fiscal Note: This grant will require a $25,000.00 | Referred | |
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14-10484
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to waive formal bidding requirements and instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with Snap Trends of Austin, Texas, for the purchase of Snap Trends, a location-based social media m | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to waive formal bidding requirements and instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with Snap Trends of Austin, Texas, for the purchase of SnapTrends, a location-based social media monitoring solution. (Res. No. 14-0359)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 8-25-14: To approve the request from the Police Chief to waive formal bidding requirements and instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with Snap Trends of Austin, Texas, for the purchase of SnapTrends, a location-based social media monitoring solution.
Fiscal Note: Approximate cost is $4,200. To be funded with Federal Asset Forfeiture Funds. | Referred | |
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14-10485
| A | | St. Edwards Fun Fest (Res. No. 14-0361) | Communication | Subject: Communication from St. Edward Parish requesting to close 15th Street between West Blvd. and Grove Ave. and the alley between 15th Street and 16th Street for their annual Fun Fest. (Res. No. 14-0361)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-26-14: That St. Edward's Parish be granted permission to close 15th Street between West Boulevard and Grove Avenue, and the alley bounded by 15th Street, 16th Street, West Boulevard and Grove Avenue, from 9:00 A.M. Saturday, September 20, 2014, to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, September 21, 2014, for a church festival.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. Sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Publi | Referred | |
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14-10487
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the Sixth District requesting that Mayor John Dickert provide the tape recording, that he repeatedly and publicly stated he has in his possession, of the Alderman of the Sixth District negotiating with the property owner | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the Sixth District requesting that Mayor John Dickert provide the tape recording, that he repeatedly and publicly stated he has in his possession, of the Alderman of the Sixth District negotiating with the property owners on Mound Avenue. | Received and Filed | Pass |
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14-10483
| A | | Communication from the Alderperson of the 6th District on behalf of Richard Christensen concerning weekend tee time rules at Johnson Park Golf Course | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderperson of the 6th District submitting on behalf of Richard Christensen requesting a change of rules and regulations concerning weekend tee times at Johnson Park Golf Course.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 9-10-14: To request PRCS staff to work with Johnson Golf Course staff on drafting a written policy in relation to weekend tee times at Johnson Park Golf Course to be reviewed by the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.
Recommendation of the Golf Course Liaison Committee on 9-25-14: To Receive and File Item 14-10483.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 10-9-14: Staff to review the policy and to consider the suggestions and concerns discussed.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 11-13-14: Defer
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cutlural Services on 12-10-14: Recommend written policy as proposed and Golf Course staff to maintain a log of complaints. Further recommend the orig | Referred | |
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14-10197
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief requesting to appear before the appropriate committee to discuss the waiver of bidding requirements and instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with CI Technologies Inc., of Bellingham, WA, fo | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting waiver of formal bidding requirements and instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with CI Technologies Inc., of Bellingham, WA, for the purchase of IA Pro, a Professional Standards software package. (Res. No. 14-0338)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-9-14: Defer the item until the July 7, 2014 Finance & Personnel meeting and consult with the Human Resources Department regarding purchase.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: Permission be granted that the formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate sole-source procurement with CI Technologies Inc., of Bellingham, WA, for the purchase of IA Pro, a Professional Standards software package.
Fiscal Note: Approximate cost is $12,000. Funded with Federal Asset Forfeiture Funds. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10378
| A | | Communication from the Director of PRCS (Res. No. 14-0340) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting a transfer of CIP dollars. (Res. No. 14-0340)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: Transfer CIP dollars as follows:
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Transfer From Description Amount
994.700.5030 580D Mower (16') $13,217.47
994.700.5200 Parkway Tree Planting $68.89
994.710.5020 Beach Matting $1898.69
994.710.5010 Replace Facility Bleachers $814.95
$16,000.00
Transfer To
994.700.5070 (4) Rugged PC Tablets for Parks $16,000.00
Transfer From
994.700.5010 4x4 Pickup w/Plow (2) $8,296.16
944.700.5020 4x4 Pickup $5,504.76
944.700.5030 Boom Flail Mower $1,235.00
944.700.5040 Tractor $2,700.00
944.700.5050 Diamond Trailer (4) $9,200.00
944.700.5060 Felling Trailer (2) $3471.08
$30,407.00
Transfer To
944.700.5070 (22) GPS Units for Parks Fleet $4532.00
944.700.5080 (1) Hay Bale Chopper $7,300.00
944.700.5090 (1) Floor Scrubber for Com Ctrs. $6,375.00
944.700.5100 (2) Angle Brooms for Tool Cat $12,200.00
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14-10395
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to accept the 2013 Department of Justice Second Chance Adult Reentry Demonstration Grant (Grant Control # 2013-017). (Res. No. 14-0339) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to accept the 2013 Department of Justice Second Chance Adult Reentry Demonstration Grant (Grant Control # 2013-017). (Res. No. 14-0339)
Staff Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to accept the 2013 Department of Justice Second Chance Adult Reentry Demonstration Grant (Grant Control # 2013-017).
Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $323,960, with a soft match of $324,007, which Racine Vocational Ministries is required to provide. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10420
| A | | Proposal for Contract 45-14 (K4-045), PS - Festival Hall Colonnade Roof Replacement, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0342) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works submitting a proposal for Contract 45-14 (K4-045), PS - Festival Hall Colonnade Roof Replacement, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0342)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-29-14: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 45-14 (K4-045), PS - Festival Hall Colonnade Roof Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $13,300.00.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: $200,000 of recaptured capital project bond funds previously allocated to the BUS Storage Facility Roof Repairs on Resolution 14-0256 of June 17, 2014 be reallocated to the Festival Park Colonnade Roof Replacement project.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. The total project estimate is $200,000. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10454
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting that formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with Specialty Coatings Solutions as the sole source for the replacem | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting that formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with Specialty Coatings Solutions as the sole source for the replacement of specialized epoxy liner provider and installer for the Mound Cemetery Fountain.
(Res. No. 14-0341)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: Permission be granted that the formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with Specialty Coatings Solutions as the sole source for the replacement of specialized epoxy liner provider and installer for the Mound Cemetery Fountain.
Fiscal Note: Price: $9,742. Funds are available in account: 207.993.5230 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10445
| A | | claim of Francisco Rodriguez | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Francisco Rodriguez for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10461
| A | | claim of Ken & Colleen Bobber | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Ken & Collen Bobber for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10462
| A | | claim of Acuity Ins (Zeno) | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Acuity Insurance (Zeno) for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10463
| A | | claim of Joshua & Jackie Fohr | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Joshua & Jackie Fohr for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10464
| A | | claim of American Family Ins (Wehrman) | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of American Family Insurance (Wehrman) for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10465
| A | | claim of David & Marie Anderson | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of David & Marie Anderson for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10466
| A | | claim of Barry & Kay Johnson | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Barry & Kay Johnson for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10467
| A | | claim of Acuity Ins (Nord) | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Acuity Insurance (Nord) for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10468
| A | | claim of Linda Jackson | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Linda Jackson for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10469
| A | | claim of Gerald & Beverly Meyer | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Gerald & Beverly Meyer for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10470
| A | | claim of Michael Butterworth | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Michael Butterworth for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10471
| A | | claim of Michael & Linda Tinholt | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Michael & Linda Tinholt for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10472
| A | | claim of Becky & Damion Knudtson | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Becky & Damion Knudtson for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-14: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10427
| A | | Change Order No. 3 to Contract 35-13 (K3-040), City Hall Renovations - Phase V (R1), Triad Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0347) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works submitting Change Order No. 3 on Contract 35-13 (K3-040), City Hall Renovations - Phase V (R1), Triad Construction, Inc., contractor.
(Res. No. 14-0347)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That Change Order No. 3 on Contract 35-13 (K3-040), City Hall Renovations - Phase V (R1), Triad Construction, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $57,668.21.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 993.100.5010, City Hall - Facilities Plan.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10428
| A | | Final payment on Contract 35-13 (K3-040), City Hall Renovations - Phase V (R1), Triad Construction, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0348) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 35-13 (K3-040), City Hall Renovations - Phase V (R1), Triad Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0348)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That the work done by Triad Construction, Inc. under Contract 35-13 (K3-040), City Hall Renovations - Phase V (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $804,867.35.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 13-0307, dated August 5, 2013. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10434
| A | | Final payment on Contract 39-13 (K3-044), Masonry Restoration - City Hall Annex, R.D. Woods Co., Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0349) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 39-13 (K3-044), Masonry Restoration - City Hall Annex, R.D. Woods Co., Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0349)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That the work done by R.D. Woods Co., Inc. under Contract 39-13 (K3-044), Masonry Restoration - City Hall Annex, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $134,387.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 13-0289, dated July 2, 2013. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10437
| A | | Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue, Strand Associates, Inc., consultant.
(Res. No. 14-0353) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue, Strand Associates, Inc., consultant.(Res. No. 14-0353)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue, Strand Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $46,785.96, with the City's share being $11,696.49.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of the City's share be appropriated from Account 993.908.5060, Northwestern - Memorial to Golf.
Fiscal Notes: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10438
| A | | Communication from The Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main Street), requesting to close High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street for a fundraiser on September 13, 2014. (Res. No. 14-0345) | Communication | Subject: Communication from The Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main Street), requesting to close High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street for a fundraiser on September 13, 2014. (Res. No. 14-0345)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That the Rhino Bar be granted permission to close High Street from Main Street to Chatham Street on Saturday, September 13, 2014, from 2:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M., in conjunction with a fundraising event, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way.
F. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistan | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10439
| A | | Racine Riverside Marine, Inc. - 950 Erie Street, requesting to build a ramp on City easement. (Res. No. 14-0344) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of Racine Riverside Marine, Inc. - 950 Erie Street, requesting to build a ramp on City easement. (Res. No. 14-0344)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: Recommend approval to allow construction of ramp to encroach on the City easement provided it is built no closer than 10' south of the centerline of the existing 36" storm sewer running west to east between Douglas Avenue and Erie Street.
Further recommends Racine Riverside Marine, Inc. be issued a revocable permit to construct said ramp that can be ordered removed by the Commissioner of Public Works with thirty (30) day notice.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10458
| A | | Bid results on Contract 38-14 (K4-038), 2014 City Resurfacing, Phase II (R1). (Res. No. 14-0350) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 38-14 (K4-038), 2014 City Resurfacing, Phase II (R1). (Res. No. 14-0350)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That Contract 38-14 (K4-038), 2014 City Resurfacing, Phase II (R1), be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., at their bid price of $941,645.25, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$761,824.39 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$139,090.86 - Account 994.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$ 40,730.00 - Account 287.994.5310, Sanitary Sewer Var Locs
$941,645.25 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10459
| A | | Bid results on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI. (Res. No. 14-0351) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI. (Res. No. 14-0351)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, be awarded to Triad Construction, Inc., at their base bid price of $198,446.00, plus Alternate #4 in the amount of $1,406.00 for a total of $199,852.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 993.100.5010, City Hall - Facilities Plan. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10473
| A | | Professional services agreement with Ayres Associates, Inc. for Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS-State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal. (Res. No. 14-0352) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates, Inc. for Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal. (Res. No. 14-0352)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates, Inc. for Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal, in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,400.00
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.094.5810, State Street Bridge.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10456
| A | | (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 08/12/14 | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 08/12/14
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 12, 2014: That the item be received and filed as the only responsible bidder was Sturtevant Auto Salvage.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $17,740.00 in revenue for account 101.310.7550. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10392
| A | | (New) Application of J Spot, LLC; Joseph A. Chavours, Jr., Agent; for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1111 Washington Avenue (3rd District). | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of J Spot, LLC; Joseph A. Chavours, Jr., Agent; for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1111 Washington Avenue (3rd District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 12, 2014: The application of J Spot, LLC; Joseph A. Chavours, Jr., Agent; for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1111 Washington Avenue be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10412
| A | | (New) Application of The Market II, Inc, for a "Class A "Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1949 Racine Street (2nd District). | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of The Market II, Inc, for a "Class A "Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1949 Racine Street (2nd District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 12, 2014: The (New) Application of The Market II, Inc, for a "Class A "Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1949 Racine Street be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10421
| A | | Communication from the Director of PRCS (Res. No. 14-0354) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting Change Order #1 be added to the final payment for Contract 57-13 (K3-062) Pershing Soccer Facility Roof & Exterior Repairs and to further request final payment be approved for a total contract amount of $104,755.00. (Res. No. 14-0354)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 12, 2014: That Change Order #1 be added to the final payment for Contract 57-13 (K3-062) Pershing Soccer Facility Roof & Exterior Repairs and this be approved for a total contract amount of $104,755.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds be appropriated as follows: 993.700.5080 $50,755.00
993.700.5890 $24,000.00
992.700.5100 $30,000.00 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10426
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet in closed session pursuant to sec. 19.85(1)(g), to confer with legal counsel concerning strategy with respect to: Officer LaForge, et al., Racine County Case No. 14-SC-2434. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet in closed session pursuant to sec. 19.85(1)(g), to confer with legal counsel concerning strategy with respect to: Officer LaForge, et al., Racine County Case No. 14-SC-2434.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 12, 2014: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10432
| A | | Petition to exceed quota for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (3rd District) | Communication | Subject: Petition to exceed quota for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 12, 2014: That the applicant be granted approval to exceed the quota and apply for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1007 Washington Avenue.
Recommendation of the Common Council August 19, 2014: That the petition to exceed quota for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1007 Washington Avenue be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Fail |
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14-10432
| A | | Petition to exceed quota for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (3rd District) | Communication | Subject: Petition to exceed quota for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 12, 2014: That the applicant be granted approval to exceed the quota and apply for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1007 Washington Avenue.
Recommendation of the Common Council August 19, 2014: That the petition to exceed quota for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1007 Washington Avenue be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Received and Filed | Pass |
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14-10367
| A | | Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting Common Council authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract for transit services with the Village of Mount Pleasant. (Res. No. 14-0328) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting Common Council authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract for transit services with the Village of Mount Pleasant. (Res. No. 14-0328)
Recommendation of Transit and Parking Commission on 07-16-14: That the Common Council authorize and direct the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract for 2014 transit services with the Village of Mount Pleasant.
Fiscal Notes: The 2014 Village of Mount Pleasant estimated share is $172,000. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10369
| A | | Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting for approval to apply for a USDOT Ladders of Opportunity Grant to fund replacement paratransit vehicles that were originally scheduled to be replaced by a USDOT Congestion Mitigation Air | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting approval to apply for a USDOT Ladders of Opportunity Grant to fund replacement paratransit vehicles that were originally scheduled to be replaced by a USDOT Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) grant that was not awarded. (Res. No. 14-0330)
Recommendation of Transit and Parking Commission on 07-16-14: That a "Ladders of Opportunity" Grant replace the Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) grant program as the potential source of 80% funding for replacement of DART(Dial-A-Ride) paratransit vehicles.
Fiscal Notes: Funding for the 20% local share is included in the City's Capital Improvements Program. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10370
| A | | Review of the BUS operations reports for June 2014 and the first half of 2014. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Belle Urban (BUS) General Manager requesting review of the BUS operations reports for June 2014 and the first half of 2014.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 07-16-14: Receive and file.
Fiscal Notes: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10371
| A | | Commission review of service changes and fare increase options to be presented for public comments on August 6, 2014 and scheduling of recommended actions for Common Council action on August 19, 2014. | Communication | Subject: Commission review of service changes and fare increase options to be presented for public comment on August 6, 2014 and scheduling of the August Parking and Transit Commission meeting for formal action on August 13, 2014 with Common Council action scheduled for August 19, 2014.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 07-16-14: Receive and file.
Fiscal Notes: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10447
| A | | Review of public input offered regarding potential service changes and proposed DART fare increase to $4 and recommendations to the Racine Common Council for service changes to go into effect in October to avoid BUS service changes in harsh winter months. | Communication | Subject: Commission review of public input offered regarding potential service changes and proposed DART fare increase to $4 and recommendations to the Racine Common Council for service changes to go into effect in October to avoid BUS service changes in harsh winter months.(Res. No. 14-0355)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 08-13-14: That the Transit and Parking Commission recommend to the Common Council that the DART Fare be increased to $4.00, the Youth Fare be increased to $2.00, no service cuts be made and that revenue increases total $285,000 for 2015 (including an additional $100,000 of City tax levy funding) be included in the 2015 BUS budget.
Fiscal Notes: Increase of 2015 City tax levy allocation to BUS in the amount of $100,000. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10422
| A | | CU 3113 Washington Avenue (Res. No. 14-0356) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Andrew T. Carnahan representing Racine Renal Construction, LLC seeking a conditional use permit for a renal dialysis clinic at 3113 Washington Avenue.(Res. No. 14-0356)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-14: That the item be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10441
| A | | Eliminate Window signs Section 114-1038 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting referral to the City Plan Commission a request to amend Section 114-1038 of the Municipal Code to eliminate restrictions on signs in windows.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-14: That the item be received and filed.
Recommendation of the Common Council on 8-19-14: That the item be referred to the City Plan Commission, to repeal and recreate Sec. 114-1038(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine in its entirety as follows: “No restrictions shall be placed on street level facade window signage".
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-27-14: That the item be received and filed.
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14-10441
| A | | Eliminate Window signs Section 114-1038 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting referral to the City Plan Commission a request to amend Section 114-1038 of the Municipal Code to eliminate restrictions on signs in windows.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-14: That the item be received and filed.
Recommendation of the Common Council on 8-19-14: That the item be referred to the City Plan Commission, to repeal and recreate Sec. 114-1038(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine in its entirety as follows: “No restrictions shall be placed on street level facade window signage".
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-27-14: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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14-10170
| A | | Claim of Eulogia Guardiola (Res No. 14-0255) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Eulogia Guardiola for consideration. (Res No. 14-0255)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-9-14: The claim of Eulogia Guardiola for damages after her aging water service pipe allegedly broke during the replacement of the water meter in her home on or about February 17, 2014 be approved.
Fiscal Note: Reimbursement in the amount of $3,705.00.
Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 6-24-14: That the claim of Eulogia Guardiola be denied.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: The claim of Eulogia Guardiola for damages after her aging water service pipe allegedly broke during the replacement of the water meter in her home on or about February 17, 2014 be denied.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 8-19-14: That the claim of Eulogia Guardiola be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10413
| A | | Minimum Wage Increase(Res. No. 14-0357) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of Council to consider placing an advisory referendum on the November ballot to increase the minimum wage of Wisconsin workers. (Res. No. 14-0357)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 8-19-14: That the City Clerk place the following referendum question on the November 4, 2014 ballot: "Should the State of Wisconsin increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour?".
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10446
| A | | Communication from Real Racine | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Real Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way for the "Xtreme Obstacle Challenge 5k" and further request to waive Municipal Code section 70-101 (closing hours of parks) to allow event staff on site at North Beach on Saturday, September 6, 2014, for event set up. Kari Dawson invited to the meeting.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 8-13-14: To receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10448
| A | | Communication from Real Racine (Res. No. 14-0346) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Real Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way on Sunday, September 21, 2014 for "The Biggest Loser Run/Walk" and further request municipal code section 70.104 (closing hours of parks) be waived to allow event staff on site at North Beach for event set up. (Res. No. 14-0346)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-12-14: That Real Racine be granted permission to close City right-of-way, as listed below, for "The Biggest Loser Run/Walk" on Sunday, September 21, 2014, from 7:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., in accordance with their request.
Hoffert Dr. (N) to Michigan Blvd.
Michigan Blvd. from English St. to Goold St.
Goold St. from Michigan Blvd. to N. Main St.
N. Main St. from Goold St. to Lombard Ave.
Lombard Ave. from N. Main St. to Michigan Blvd.
Michigan Blvd. from Lombard Ave. to Augusta St.
Lake Michigan Pathway from Michigan Blvd (S) to Reichert Ct.
Reichert Ct. (W) from Lake Michigan Pathway to Michigan Blvd.
Michigan Blvd. from Reichert Ct. to Dodge St.
Dodge St. from Michigan Blvd. to N. M | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.14-0338
| A | | Professional Standards Software Package | Resolution | Professional Standards Software Package
Resolved that, permission is granted and formal bidding is waived and the Purchasing Agent is authorized to negotiate sole-source procurement with CI Technologies Inc., of Bellingham, WA, for the purchase of IA Pro, a Professional Standards software package.
Fiscal Note: Approximate cost is $12,000. Funded with Federal Asset Forfeiture Funds. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0339
| A | | Second Chance Adult Reentry Demonstration Grant | Resolution | Second Chance Adult Reentry Demonstration Grant
Resolved that, permission is granted for the Police Chief to accept the 2013 Department of Justice Second Chance Adult Reentry Demonstration Grant (Grant Control # 2013-017).
Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $323,960, with a soft match of $324,007, which Racine Vocational Ministries is required to provide. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0340
| A | | Transfer of CIP Dollars | Resolution | Transfer of CIP Dollars
Resolved, that transfer of CIP dollars is approved as follows:
Transfer From Description Amount
994.700.5030 580D Mower (16') $13,217.47
994.700.5200 Parkway Tree Planting $68.89
994.710.5020 Beach Matting $1898.69
994.710.5010 Replace Facility Bleachers $814.95
$16,000.00
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994.700.5070 (4) Rugged PC Tablets for Parks $16,000.00
Transfer From
994.700.5010 4x4 Pickup w/Plow (2) $8,296.16
944.700.5020 4x4 Pickup $5,504.76
944.700.5030 Boom Flail Mower $1,235.00
944.700.5040 Tractor $2,700.00
944.700.5050 Diamond Trailer (4) $9,200.00
944.700.5060 Felling Trailer (2) $3,471.08
$30,407.00
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944.700.5070 (22) GPS Units for Parks Fleet $4532.00
944.700.5080 (1) Hay Bale Chopper $7,300.00
944.700.5090 (1) Floor Scrubber for Com Ctrs. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0341
| A | | Mound Cemetery Fountain | Resolution | Mound Cemetery Fountain
Resolved, that formal bidding is waived and the Purchasing Agent is authorized to negotiate with Specialty Coatings Solutions as the sole source for the replacement of specialized epoxy liner provider and installer for the Mound Cemetery Fountain.
Fiscal Note: Price: $9,742. Funds are available in account: 207.993.5230 | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0344
| A | | Racine Riverside Marine, Inc. - 950 Erie Street | Resolution | Racine Riverside Marine, Inc. - 950 Erie Street
Resolved, that the request for approval is granted to allow construction of ramp to encroach on the City easement provided it is built no closer than 10' south of the centerline of the existing 36" storm sewer running west to east between Douglas Avenue and Erie Street.
Further resolved, that Racine Riverside Marine, Inc. be issued a revocable permit to construct said ramp that can be ordered removed by the Commissioner of Public Works with thirty (30) day notice.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0345
| A | | The Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main Street) | Resolution | The Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main Street)
Resolved, that the Rhino Bar is granted permission to close High Street from Main Street to Chatham Street on Saturday, September 13, 2014, from 2:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M., in conjunction with a fundraising event, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way.
F. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0346
| A | | "The Biggest Loser Run/Walk" | Resolution | "The Biggest Loser Run/Walk"
Resolved, that Real Racine is granted permission to close City right-of-way, as listed below, for "The Biggest Loser Run/Walk" on Sunday, September 21, 2014, from 7:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., in accordance with their request.
Hoffert Dr. (N) to Michigan Blvd.
Michigan Blvd. from English St. to Goold St.
Goold St. from Michigan Blvd. to N. Main St.
N. Main St. from Goold St. to Lombard Ave.
Lombard Ave. from N. Main St. to Michigan Blvd.
Michigan Blvd. from Lombard Ave. to Augusta St.
Lake Michigan Pathway from Michigan Blvd (S) to Reichert Ct.
Reichert Ct. (W) from Lake Michigan Pathway to Michigan Blvd.
Michigan Blvd. from Reichert Ct. to Dodge St.
Dodge St. from Michigan Blvd. to N. Main St.
N. Main St. from Dodge St. to 2nd St.
Lake Michigan Pathway from N. Main St. to Christopher Columbus Causeway
Christopher Columbus Causeway from Lake Ave. to Lake Michigan Pathway
DeKoven Ave. from Wisconsin Ave. to Grand Ave.
Grand Ave. from DeKoven Ave. to 21st St.
Center St. from 21st St. to 24th St.
24th St. from Roosevelt Park Dr. to 21st St | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0349
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 39-13 (K3-044) | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 39-13 (K3-044)
Resolved, that the work done by R.D. Woods Co., Inc. under Contract 39-13 (K3-044), Masonry Restoration - City Hall Annex, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $134,387.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 13-0289, dated July 2, 2013. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0350
| A | | Contract 38-14 (K4-038) | Resolution | Contract 38-14 (K4-038)
Resolved, that Contract 38-14 (K4-038), 2014 City Resurfacing, Phase II (R1), is awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., at its price of $941,645.25, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$761,824.39 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$139,090.86 - Account 994.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$ 40,730.00 - Account 287.994.5310, Sanitary Sewer Var Locs
$941,645.25 | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0352
| A | | Contract 46-14 (K4-046) | Resolution | Contract 46-14 (K4-046)
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates, Inc. for Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal, in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,400.00
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.094.5810, State Street Bridge. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0353
| A | | Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00 | Resolution | Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00
Resolved, that Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue, Strand Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $46,785.96, with the City's share being $11,696.49.
Fiscal Note: funding to defray the cost of the City's share be appropriated from Account 993.908.5060, Northwestern - Memorial to Golf. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0354
| A | | Change Order #1 be added to the final payment for Contract 57-13 (K3-062) | Resolution | Change Order #1 be added to the final payment for Contract 57-13 (K3-062)
Resolved, that Change Order #1 be added to the final payment for Contract 57-13 (K3-062) Pershing Soccer Facility Roof & Exterior Repairs and this is approved for a total contract amount of $104,755.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds be appropriated as follows:
$50,755.00 993.700.5080
$24,000.00 993.700.5890
$30,000.00 992.700.5100 | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0355
| A | | DART Fare Increase | Resolution | DART Fare Increase
Resolved, that the DART Fare is to be increased to $4.00, the Youth Fare is to be increased to $2.00, no service cuts are to be made and revenue increases totaling $285,000.00 for 2015 (including an additional $100,000.00 of City tax levy funding) are to be included in the 2015 BUS budget.
Fiscal Note: Increase of 2015 City tax levy allocation to BUS in the amount of $100,000. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0255
| A | | Claim of Eulogia Guardiola | Resolution | Claim of Eulogia Guardiola
Resolved, that the claim of Eulogia Guardiola for damages after her aging water service pipe allegedly broke during the replacement of the water meter in her home on or about February 17, 2014 is approved.
Fiscal Note: Reimbursement in the amount of $3,705.00.
Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 6-24-14: That this be denied
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: Receive and file the resolution. | Received and Filed | Pass |
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Res.14-0295
| A | | Revisions to Section 114-36 of the City Zoning Code | Resolution | Revisions to Section 114-36 of the City Zoning Code
Resolved, that Section 114-36 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Penalty for Violation of Chapter is to be amended to insert language that would allow inspection fees to be assessed for inspections performed by the Zoning Administrator and/or his Deputies.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0342
| A | | Festival Hall Colonnade Roof Replacement | Resolution | Festival Hall Colonnade Roof Replacement
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 45-14 (K4-045), PS - Festival Hall Colonnade Roof Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $13,300.00.
Further resolved, that $200,000 of recaptured capital project bond funds previously allocated to the BUS Storage Facility Roof Repairs on Resolution 14-0256 of June 17, 2014 be reallocated to the Festival Park Colonnade Roof Replacement project.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. The total project estimate is $200,000. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0343
| A | | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $11,200,000 general obligation promissory notes AND THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $11,200,000 note anticipation notes in ANTICIPATION thereOF | Resolution | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $11,200,000 general obligation promissory notes AND THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $11,200,000 note anticipation notes in ANTICIPATION thereOF
WHEREAS, the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") is presently in need of the sum of $11,200,000 for public purposes, including paying the cost of various capital improvement and acquisition projects set forth in the City's Capital Improvement Plan and acquisition of municipal equipment (the "Project");
WHEREAS, the Common Council hereby finds and determines that the Project is within the City's power to undertake and therefore serves a "public purpose" as that term is defined in Section 67.04(1)(b), Wisconsin Statutes;
WHEREAS, cities are authorized by the provisions of Chapter 67, Wisconsin Statutes, to borrow money and issue general obligation promissory notes for such public purposes;
WHEREAS, it is the finding of the Common Council that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to authorize the issuance of and covenant to issue general obligation promissory note | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0347
| A | | Change Order No. 3 on Contract 35-13 (K3-040) | Resolution | Change Order No. 3 on Contract 35-13 (K3-040)
Resolved, that Change Order No. 3 on Contract 35-13 (K3-040), City Hall Renovations - Phase V (R1), Triad Construction, Inc., contractor, is approved in the amount of $57,668.21.
Fiscal Note: funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 993.100.5010, City Hall - Facilities Plan. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0348
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 35-13 (K3-040) | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 35-13 (K3-040)
Resolved, that the work done by Triad Construction, Inc. under Contract 35-13 (K3-040), City Hall Renovations - Phase V (R1), is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $804,867.35.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 13-0307, dated August 5, 2013. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0351
| A | | Contract 41-14 (K4-041) | Resolution | Contract 41-14 (K4-041)
Resolved, that Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, is awarded to Triad Construction, Inc., at its base bid price of $198,446.00, plus Alternate #4 in the amount of $1,406.00 for a total of $199,852.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 993.100.5010, City Hall - Facilities Plan. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0356
| A | | Renal Dialysis Clinic - 3113 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Renal Dialysis Clinic - 3113 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that the request from Andrew T. Carnahan representing Racine Renal Construction, LLC seeking a conditional use permit for a Renal Dialysis Clinic at 3113 Washington Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on July 30, 2014 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That, notwithstanding the property’s current or future zoning, the owner shall not use the property for check cashing, payday loan or similar stores; resale and second-hand stores; stores principally selling tobacco products or smoking accessories (smoke shops); or tattoo parlors. (Note: the developer’s option calls for the property to be sold to the developer with a deed restriction prohibiting these uses.)
d. That, without first obtaining the consent of the Redevelopment Authority, the owner shall not use and shall not request permission from the City to use t | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0357
| A | | November 2014 Referendum for Minimum Wage Increase | Resolution | November 2014 Referendum for Minimum Wage Increase
WHEREAS, it is one of our most cherished values that there is dignity in work, and that everyone in Wisconsin should have the opportunity to work their way into the middle class, not fall out of it; and
WHEREAS, we are not short of work ethic in Wisconsin, we are short of good jobs that enable working families to begin to work their way up; and
WHEREAS, Wisconsin workers are working harder and harder for less and less. Every year the minimum wage stays the same workers take a pay cut, and wages are now so low that millions of full time workers are below the poverty line and qualify for food stamps; and
WHEREAS, if people do not earn enough money to pay for the basics -- like food, rent, and transportation -- the economy stalls, weakening our communities and damaging local businesses; and
WHEREAS, nearly 9 in 10 Wisconsin workers who would benefit from a minimum wage increase are 20 years of age or older, nearly two-thirds are women, and 234,000 Wisconsin children would see their families’ income increase; and
WHEREAS, our go | Adopted | Pass |
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