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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 2/3/2015 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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15-00090 A Claim of Modine Manufacturing Company (Res No. 15-0061)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Modine Manufacturing Company for the 2014 personal property tax assessment and 2014 personal property tax bill. (Res No. 15-0061) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: The City abide by the states reassessment of Modine Manufacturing Company's 2014 personal property and any overpayment be refunded. Fiscal Note: The overpayment is estimated at $39,900.00.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00091 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a contract and accept funds of $4700.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection. (Res No. 15-0055)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a contract and accept funds of $4,700.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection. (Res No. 15-0055) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to enter into a contract and accept funds of $4,700.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection (Grant control #00008). Fiscal Note: Grant amount is $4,700.00. There is a City (soft) match required of $1,567.00.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00092 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into an agreement and accept funds of $3500.00 from NACCHO for MRC. (Res No. 15-0056)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into an agreement and accept funds of $3500.00 from NACCHO for MRC. (Res No. 15-0056) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to enter into an agreement and accept funds of $3,500.00 from NACCHO for MRC. (Grant control #00009). Fiscal Note: Grant amount is $3,500.00. There is no City match required.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00093 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and accept funds in the amount of $152,319.00 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated programs. (Res No. 15-0057)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and accept funds in the amount of $152,319.00 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated programs. (Res No. 15-0057) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to enter into a contract and accept funds of $152,319.00 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated programs (Grant control #00010 thru #00016). Fiscal Note: Grant amount is $152,319.00. There is a soft match of $23,094 required of the City for Maternal Child Healthcare (Grant Control #00016).ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00094 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into an Agreement with Wisconsin Humane Society for Stray and Impound Animal Shelter Services. (Res No. 15-0058)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into an Agreement with Wisconsin Humane Society for Stray and Impound Animal Shelter Services. (Res No. 15-0058) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to enter into an Agreement with Wisconsin Humane Society for Stray and Impound Animal Shelter Services for 2015. Fiscal Note: The proposed cost to the City is $257,229.00 and is provided for in the 2015 budget.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00095 A Work Station Technician II PU-14 (Res No. 15-0060)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Human Resources Manager requesting to reclassify position of Work Station Technician II PU-14. (Res No. 15-0060) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Permission be granted to the Human Resources Manager to reclassify a position of Work Station Technician II PU-14. Fiscal Note: Funding for this position is available in the 2015 budget.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00102 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept additional funds in the amount of $5000 from the Department of Health Services to suport MRC units. (Res No. 15-0059)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept additional funds in the amount of $5,000 from the Department of Health Services to support MRC units. (Res No. 15-0059) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept additional funds in the amount of $5,000 from the Department of Health Services to support MRC units (Grant Control #2013-007). Fiscal Note: Grant amount is $5,000.00. There is no City match required. (Grant Control #2013-007).ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00096 A Amend Resolution 15-0011 - Contract 04-15 (K5-004), PS - Roof Specifications - MLK Community Center, Solid Waste Garage, Street Maintenance Garage; Survey and Maintenance Repair Specifications (Var Loc). (Res No. 15-0066)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to amend Resolution 15-0011 - Contract 04-15 (K5-004), PS - Roof Specifications - MLK Community Center, Solid Waste Garage, Street Maintenance Garage; Survey and Maintenance Repair Specifications (Var Loc). (Res No. 15-0066) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on February 10, 2015: That Resolution 15-0011, Contract 04-15 (K5-004), PS - Roof Specifications - MLK Community Center, Solid Waste Garage, Street Maintenance Garage; Survey and Maintenance Repair Specifications (Var Loc), be amended to remove Survey and Maintenance Repair Specifications (Var Loc) from the contract. Fiscal Note: This will decrease the price of the contract by $19,575 for a total contract amount of $19,110.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00097 A Ilene Zinn requesting permission to install a projecting sign in the City right-of-way at 2051 Mead Street. (Res No. 15-0063)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Ilene Zinn requesting permission to install a projecting sign in the City right-of-way at 2051 Mead Street. (Res No. 15-0063) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on February 10, 2015: That the property owner of 2051 Mead Street be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid, in accordance with the State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets, subject to City Development approval. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $125.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00089 A Communiation from Ragnar Events (Res No. 15-0073)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Ragnar Events requesting use of North Beach overnight beginning the evening of Friday, June 12, 2015 through the morning hours of June 13, 2015 for the 2015 Ragnar Relay and further request permission to have fires contained in pits during the rental period. (Res No. 15-0073) Recommendation of the Board of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2-11-15: To waive municipal code 70.101 to allow use of portions of North Beach only as approved by PRCS staff beginning the evening of Friday, June 12, 2015 through the morning hours of June 13, 2015 and to grant the PRCS Director authority to approve or deny the use of fires contained in pits at North Beach during the above noted rental period. Fiscal Note: Various park permit fees and deposits.ReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10867 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res No. 15-0031)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services submitting a request for final payment on Contract 47-14 (K4-047) Pershing Fence Replacement, Statewide Fencing, Inc. (Res No. 15-0031) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-15: That the work done by Statewide Fencing, Inc. under Contract 47-17 (K4-047), Pershing Fence Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $48,773.00. Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 14-0404.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00003 A Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization for the continuation of the self-insured workers compensation program in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3). (Res No. 15-0033)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization for the continuation of the self-insured workers compensation program in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3). (Res No. 15-0033) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-15: Authorization be granted for the continuation of self-insured workers compensation program in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3). Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00004 A Claim of Danny MosleyClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Danny Mosley for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-15: The claim of Danny Mosley to be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00011 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res No. 15-0032)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply for & accept grant funds in the amount of $6,500.00 from RUSD Extending Learning for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. (Grant control #2014-045). (Res No. 15-0032) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-15: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for and accept grant funds in the amount of $4,000.00 from RUSD Extending Learning for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program (Grant control #2014-045). Fiscal Note: No match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00016 A 2015 Launch Box Contract (Res No. 15-0027)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Gateway Technical College for review and approval of its 2015 Launch Box contract. (Res No. 15-0027) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 01-12-15: That the Authority supports the use of $99,930.00 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the Launch Box small business development initiative contract for 2015. Further, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with Gateway. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 01-26-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with Gateway for the 2015 Launch Box Contract. Fiscal Note: Total cost is $117,930.00. City's contribution is $99,930.00 and funds are available in the City's 2015 capital budget under account 919.000.5612. Gateway is providing funding totaling $17,070.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00017 A 2015 General Economic Development Contract (Res No. 15-0027)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from the Executive Director of the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) for approval of the 2015 general contract for economic development services. (Res No. 15-0029) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 1-12-15: That the Authority supports the use of $69,000.00 from the Department of City Development 2015 budget for the general economic development services contract for 2015. Further, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with RCEDC. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with RCEDC for 2015 General Economic Development Services. Fiscal Note: Funds have been set aside in the Department of City Development's 2015 budget under line item 101.150.5630 Economic Development.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00018 A 2015 Brownfields Redevelopment Contract (Res No. 15-0028)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from the Executive Director of the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) for review and approval of its 2015 Brownfields Redevelopment Contract. (Res No. 15-0028) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 1-12-15: That the Authority supports the use of $66,650.00 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the renewal of the RCEDC brownfields intiative contract for 2015. Further, the Authority recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter int the agreement with RCEDC for the 2015 Brownfields Redevelopment Contract. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with RCEDC for the 2015 Brownfields Redevelopment Contract. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the city's 2015 capital budget under account 919.000.5611.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00038 A Communication from Chief of Police requesting to meet to discuss request to receive the donation of a new Patrol/Narcotic Detector Dog and Handler Training. (Res No. 15-0030)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Chief of Police requesting to meet to discuss request to receive the donation of a new Patrol/Narcotic Detector Dog and Handler Training. (Res No. 15-0030) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-15: Permission be granted to the Chief of Police to accept the donation of a new Patrol/Narcotic Detector Dog and Handler Training. Fiscal Note: The donation is valued in the amount of $15,000 and there is no city match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10387 A Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. (Res No. 15-0100)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. (Res No. 15-0100) Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on July 21, 2014: Deferred Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Recommends that the communication be received and filed. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Recommends that the item be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 09, 2014: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: Approve a study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on February 09, 2015: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on February 23, 2015: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on March 9, 2015: To approve the purchase two radar detection speed feedback signs to temporarily be instaReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10389 A Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District recommending that signs for the Downtown tourist locations be larger and more numerous.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District recommending that signs for the Downtown tourist locations be larger and more numerous. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on July 21, 2014: Deferred Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Recommends that the item be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 11, 2014: Deferred Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That this item be referred to the Committee of the Whole for consideration. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-15-2015: that staff be directed to contact outside municipalities for wayfaring help and further directing the City Administrator to coordinate with organizations that have expressed an interest in updating signage to create a strategic plan. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10849 A Yout St. 2015 Interceptor Repl Agrmt (Res No. 15-0035)CommunicationSubject: Yout Street 2015 Interceptor Replacement Agreement (Res No. 15-0035) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 12/16/14: To approve and that Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk be authorized to sign the 2015 Interceptor Replacement Agreement Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: Approval of the the 2015 Interceptor Replacement Agreement. Fiscal Note: Funding for the interceptor replacement is provided for in the 2015 Wastewater Capital Improvement Program (CIP).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00020 A Invitation to join with other municipalities and counties in the re-creation of a Local Government Storm Water Group. (Res No. 15-0036)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting an invitation to join with other municipalities and counties in the re-creation of a Local Government Storm Water Group. (Res No. 15-0036) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to join, on behalf of the City of Racine, the Local Government Storm Water Group of the League of Municipalities. Fiscal Note: Membership in this organization is $600 per year. Funds are available in Org-Object 60484-53265, Memberships Stormwater Utility.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00034 A Tristin Erickson (5K Events) requesting to use City right-of-way on February 14, 2015 from 9:30 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. for the Be Mine 5K. (Res No. 15-0034)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Tristin Erickson (5K Events) requesting to use City right-of-way on February 14, 2015 from 9:30 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. for the Be Mine 5K. (Res No. 15-0034) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That Tristin Erickson (5K Events) be granted permission to use City right-of-way on February 14, 2015 from 9:30 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. for the Be Mine 5k 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. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs. F. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State connectiApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00045 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, Triad Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0037)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, Triad Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0037) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, Triad Construction, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $10,579.05. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Account 994.100.5010 (Org-Object 45040-57200, DPW-Building Improvements). Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00046 A Final payment on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, Triad Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0038)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, Triad Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0038) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That the work done by Triad Construction, Inc., under Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $210,431.05. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0351, dated August 19, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00066 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Visu Sewer, contractor. (Res No. 15-0041)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Visu Sewer, contractor. (Res No. 15-0041) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Visu Sewer, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($15,507.85). Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: ($ 3,176.00) - Acct. 104.993.5420 (Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewer-Misc Loc) ($12,331.85) - Acct. 287.993.5310 (Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer-Var Loc) ($15,507.85) - Total Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease in contract price.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00067 A Final payment on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Visu-Sewer, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0042)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Visu Sewer, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0042) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That the work done by Visu Sewer, Inc., under Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $309,047.95. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0185, dated May 7, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00072 A Professional services agreement from Brown and Caldwell for Contract 07-15 (K5-007), PS - Spring Street Watershed Storm Water Study. (Res No. 15-0046)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a professional services agreement from Brown and Caldwell for Contract 07-15 (K5-007),PS - Spring Street Watershed Storm Water Study. (Res No. 15-0046) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Brown and Caldwell for Contract 07-15 (K5-007), PS - Spring Street Watershed Storm Water Study, in the not-to-exceed amount of $73,250. Fiscal Note: Funding for this agreement is available in Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00073 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 15-0043)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 15-0043) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That Change Order No. 2 to Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($62,249.30). Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: ($60,676.95) - Acct. 104.994.5420 (Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewer-Misc Loc) ($ 1,572.35) - Acct. 287.994.5310 (Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer-Var Loc) ($62,249.40) - Total Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 2 will result in a decrease in contract price.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00074 A Final payment on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 15-0044)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 15-0044) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That the work done by Green Bay Pipe & TV, Inc., under Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $359,345.69. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0181, dated May 6, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00075 A Roundabout differential costs on State Project ID: 2350-00-00/70, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Avenue. (Res No. 15-0047)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer regarding roundabout differential costs on State Project ID: 2350-00-00/70, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Avenue. (Res No. 15-0047) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That the City Engineer is authorized to negotiate a revised State Municipal Agreement with WisDOT on State Project ID: 2350-00-00/70, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Street. Fiscal Note: If approved, the City will be required to allocate an estimated $262,612 of additional funding in the 2016 - 2025 CIP budget.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
15-00082 A Assessment rates established for 2015 Public Hearings for 2016 construction of Portland Cement concrete paving and Curb and Gutter. (Res No. 15-0045)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the assessment rates established for 2015 Public Hearings for 2016 construction of Portland Cement concrete paving and curb and gutter. (Res No. 15-0045) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: The proposed special assessment rates for public hearings in 2015 for 2016 construction for Portland Cement concrete paving and curb and gutter be as follows: Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 14' Flange to Flange - $33.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 26' Flange to Flange - $65.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 30' Flange to Flange - $67.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 32' Flange to Flange - $70.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 46' Flange to Flange - $95.00/Front Foot Commercial Paving (8-Inch) - 32' Flange to Flange - $75.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9-Inch) - 32' Flange to Flange - $85.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9-Inch) - 42' Flange to Flange - $100.00/Front Foot Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00087 A Final payment on Contract 41-12 (K2-050), PS - Design HVAC Upgrades at Central Heating Plant, King Center & Equipment Maintenance Garage, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., consultant. (Res No. 15-0039)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 41-12 (K2-050), PS - Design HVAC Upgrades at Central Heating Plant, King Center & Equipment Maintenance Garage, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., consultant. (Res No. 15-0039) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That the work done by Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd. under Contract 41-12 (K2-050), PS - Design HVAC Upgrades at Central Heating Plant, King Center & Equipment Maintenance Garage, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $19,847.17. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3082, dated April 16, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00088 A Final payment on Contract 02-13 (K3-002), PS - Server Room AC Capacity Study, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., consultant. (Res No. 15-0040)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 02-13 (K3-002), PS - Server Room AC Capacity Study, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., consultant. (Res No. 15-0040) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That the work done by Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., under Contract 02-13 (K3-002), PS - Server Room AC Capacity Study, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $8,020.99. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0019, dated January 15, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10795 A Traffic control device at the intersection of Madison Street and Dwight Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic control device at the intersection of Madison Street and Dwight Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on January 19, 2015: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00083 A CU 512-522 Sixth Street (Res No. 15-0048)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from David Cecchini, representing Mark Porcaro, seeking a conditional use permit to allow for a motorcycle sale and repair business at 512-522 Sixth Street. (Res No. 15-0048) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 1-28-2015: That the item be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00047 A Resolution Regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Lead Service Lateral Replacement Project (Res No. 15-0049)CommunicationSubject: Resolution Regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Lead Service Lateral Replacement Project (Res No. 15-0049) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 1/27/15: To approve and that Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk be authorized to sign the Comfort Resolution regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Lead Service Lateral Replacement Project Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Authorize and direct the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a Comfort Resolution regarding the Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Lead Service Lateral Replacement Project. Fiscal Note: The Racine Water Utility applied for a Safe Drinking Water Loan through the State of Wisconsin. It may expend internal funds that would be reimbursed by loan funds in the future.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00048 A Authorize the General Manager to File Application for Financial Assistance from State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund (Res No. 15-0050)CommunicationSubject: Authorize the General Manager to File Application for Financial Assistance from State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund (Res No. 15-0050) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 1/27/15: To approve Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Authorize the Water Utility General Manager to File Application for Financial Assistance from State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Fiscal Note: N/A - As part of a loan, the State requires that an authorized representative be appointed. General Manager, Keith Haas, shall be appointed.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00057 A Resolution Regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Lift Station No. 2 Wastewater Storage Facility (Res No. 15-0051)CommunicationSubject: Resolution Regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Lift Station No. 2 Wastewater Storage Facility (Res No. 15-0051) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 1/27/15: To approve and that Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk be authorized to sign a Comfort Resolution with regard to the Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Lift Station No. 2 Wastewater Storage Facility Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Authorize and direct the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a Comfort Resolution with regard to the Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Lift Station No. 2 Wastewater Storage Facility. Fiscal Note: The Racine Wastewater Utility applied for a Clean Water Fund Loan through the State of Wisconsin. It may expend internal funds that would be reimbursed by loan funds in the future.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00058 A Authorize the General Manager to File Application for Financial Assistance from State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund (Res No. 15-0052)CommunicationSubject: Authorize the General Manager to File Application for Financial Assistance from State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund (Res No. 15-0052) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 1/27/15: To approve and authorize Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk to sign agreement giving the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility authority to act as the authorized representative for this loan from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement for the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility authority to act as the authorized representative for a loan from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00059 A Resolution Regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Kinzie-Roosevelt Improvements (Res No. 15-0053)CommunicationSubject: Resolution Regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Kinzie-Roosevelt Improvements (Res No. 15-0053) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 1/27/15: To approve and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the comfort resolution regarding declaration of official intent to reimburse Kinzie-Roosevelt interceptor improvements. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: To approve and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the comfort resolution regarding declaration of official intent to reimburse Kinzie-Roosevelt interceptor improvements. Fiscal Note: The Wastewater Utility applied for a Clean Water Fund Loan through the State of Wisconsin. It may expend internal funds that would be reimbursed by loan funds in the future.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00064 A Amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Agreements to Reflect 2015 Approved Costs (Res No. 15-0054)CommunicationSubject: Amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Agreements to Reflect 2015 Approved Costs (Res No. 15-0054) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 1/27/15: That Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk be authorized to sign amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with participating surrounding communities. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02/09/2015: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with participating surrounding communities. Fiscal Note: The Household Hazardous Waste rate has been changed from $3.00 to $3.60 for 2015.ReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0027 A 2015 Launch Box ContractResolution2015 Launch Box Contract Resolved, that the Authority supports the use of $99,930.00 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the Launch Box small business development initiative contract for 2015. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Gateway Technical College for the 2015 Launch Box contract. Fiscal Note: Total cost is $117,930.00. The City's contribution is $99,930.00 and funds are available in the City's 2015 capital budget under account 919.000.5612. Gateway is providing funding totaling $17,070.00.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0028 A 2015 Brownfields Redevelopment ContractResolution2015 Brownfields Redevelopment Contract Resolved, that the Authority supports the use of $66,650.00 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the renewal of the RCEDC brownfields intiative contract for 2015. Further resolved, that the Authority recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC for the 2015 Brownfields Redevelopment Contract. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the city's 2015 capital budget under account 919.000.5611.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0029 A Economic Development ServicesResolutionEconomic Development Services Resolved, that the Authority supports the use of $69,000.00 from the Department of City Development 2015 budget for a general economic development services contract for 2015. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC for 2015 Economic Development Services. Fiscal Note: Funds have been set aside in City Development's 2015 budget under line item 101.150.5630 Economic Development.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0030 A Donation of Patrol / Narcotic Detector DogResolutionDonation of Patrol / Narcotic Detector Dog Resolved, that permission is granted to the Chief of Police to accept the donation of a new Patrol / Narcotic Detector Dog and Handler Training. Fiscal Note: The donation is valued in the amount of $15,000.00 and there is no City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0031 A Final payment on Contract 47-14 (K4-047) Pershing Fence ReplacementResolutionFinal payment on Contract 47-14 (K4-047) Pershing Fence Replacement Resolved, that the work done by Statewide Fencing, Inc. under Contract 47-17 (K4-047), Pershing Fence Replacement, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $48,773.00. Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 14-0404.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0032 A Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts ProgramResolutionDr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program Resolved, that permission is granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for and accept grant funds in the amount of $4,000.00 from RUSD Extending Learning for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program (Grant Control #2014-045). Fiscal Note: No match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0033 A Self-Insured Workers' Compensation ProgramResolutionSelf-Insured Workers' Compensation Program Resolved, that the City Attorney be authorized to continue the City of Racine's self insured worker's compensation program currently in effect, in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3), and submit a certified copy of the resolution to the Worker's Compensation Division, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0034 A 2015 Be Mine 5KResolution2015 Be Mine 5K Resolved, that Tristin Erickson (5K Events) is granted permission to use City right-of-way on February 14, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. for the Be Mine 5k 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. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs. F. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State connecting Highways, arterial and collector streets to the City Engineer for approval. G. Sponsor is responsible for cleaning the streets. H. If required, sponsor shall install parking meter hoods or temporary parking signs at leasAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0035 A Yout Street 2015 Interceptor Replacement AgreementResolutionYout Street 2015 Interceptor Replacement Agreement Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into the 2015 Interceptor Replacement Agreement. Fiscal Note: Funding for the interceptor replacement is provided for in the 2015 Wastewater Capital Improvement Program (CIP).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0036 A Re-Creation of Local Government Storm Water GroupResolutionRe-Creation of Local Government Storm Water Group Resolved, that the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works / City Engineer is authorized and directed to join, on behalf of the City of Racine, the Local Government Storm Water Group of the League of Municipalities. Fiscal Note: Membership in this organization is $600.00 per year. Funds are available in Org-Object 60484-53265, Memberships Stormwater Utility.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0037 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VIResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, Triad Construction, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $10,579.05. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Account 994.100.5010 (Org-Object 45040-57200, DPW-Building Improvements).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0038 A Final Payment on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VIResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI Resolved, that the work done by Triad Construction, Inc., under Contract 41-14 (K4-041), City Hall Renovations - Phase VI, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $210,431.05. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0351, dated August 19, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0039 A Final Payment on Contract 41-12 (K2-050), PS - Design HVAC Upgrades at Central Heating Plant, King Center & Equipment Maintenance GarageResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 41-12 (K2-050), PS - Design HVAC Upgrades at Central Heating Plant, King Center & Equipment Maintenance Garage Resolved, that the work done by Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd. under Contract 41-12 (K2-050), PS - Design HVAC Upgrades at Central Heating Plant, King Center & Equipment Maintenance Garage, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $19,847.17. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3082, dated April 16, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0040 A Final Payment on Contract 02-13 (K3-002), PS - Server Room AC Capacity StudyResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 02-13 (K3-002), PS - Server Room AC Capacity Study Resolved, that the work done by Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., under Contract 02-13 (K3-002), PS - Server Room AC Capacity Study, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $8,020.99. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0019, dated January 15, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0041 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole InspectionResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Visu Sewer, contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($15,507.85). Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease in contract price. Funding accounts shall be adjusted by the following amounts: ($ 3,176.00) - Acct. 104.993.5420 (Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewer-Misc Loc) ($12,331.85) - Acct. 287.993.5310 (Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer-Var Loc) ($15,507.85) - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0042 A Final Payment on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole InspectionResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection Resolved, that the work done by Visu Sewer, Inc., under Contract 21-13 (K3-021), 2013 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $309,047.95. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0185, dated May 7, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0043 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole InspectionResolutionChange Order No. 2 on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 to Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($62,249.30). Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 2 will result in a decrease in contract price. Funding accounts shall be adjusted by the following amounts: ($60,676.95) - Acct. 104.994.5420 (Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewer-Misc Loc) ($ 1,572.35) - Acct. 287.994.5310 (Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer-Var Loc) ($62,249.40) - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0044 A Final Payment on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole InspectionResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection Resolved, that the work done by Green Bay Pipe & TV, Inc., under Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspection, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $359,345.69. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0181, dated May 6, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0045 A Assessment Rates Established for 2015 Public Hearings for 2016 Construction of Portland Cement Concrete Paving and Curb and GutterResolutionAssessment Rates Established for 2015 Public Hearings for 2016 Construction of Portland Cement Concrete Paving and Curb and Gutter Resolved, that the proposed special assessment rates for public hearings in 2015 for 2016 construction for Portland Cement concrete paving and curb and gutter are as follows: Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 14' Flange to Flange - $33.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 26' Flange to Flange - $65.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 30' Flange to Flange - $67.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 32' Flange to Flange - $70.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7-Inch) - 46' Flange to Flange - $95.00/Front Foot Commercial Paving (8-Inch) - 32' Flange to Flange - $75.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9-Inch) - 32' Flange to Flange - $85.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9-Inch) - 42' Flange to Flange - $100.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9-Inch Doweled) - 44' Flange to Flange - $115.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (10-Inch Doweled) - 44' Flange to Flange - $125.00/Front Foot New Curb & Gutter (30-Inch) - 7" AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0046 A Professional Services Agreement for Contract 07-15 (K5-007),PS - Spring Street Watershed Storm Water StudyResolutionProfessional Services Agreement for Contract 07-15 (K5-007),PS - Spring Street Watershed Storm Water Study Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Brown and Caldwell for Contract 07-15 (K5-007), PS - Spring Street Watershed Storm Water Study, in the not-to-exceed amount of $73,250.00. Fiscal Note: Funding for this agreement is available in Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0048 A Motorcycle Sales and Repair at 512 and 522 Sixth StreetResolutionMotorcycle Sales and Repair at 512 and 522 Sixth Street Resolved, that the request from David Cecchini, representing Mark Porcaro, for a motorcycle sales and repair operation at 512 and 522 Sixth Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on January 28, 2015, 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 the hours of operation shall be from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. d. That there be no painting done, except by hand as minor touch-up work, at this location. e. That there shall be no storage, display or placement of repair equipment, materials, or other parts or equipment outside of the building any time. f. That all repair work shall occur indoors with repair bay doors closed. g. That an alternative location for the dumpster shall be provided, subject to review and approval by the Department of City Development. Detail on the materials and appearance ofAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0047 A Roundabout Differential Costs on State Project ID: 2350-00-00/70, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold AvenueResolutionRoundabout Differential Costs on State Project ID: 2350-00-00/70, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Avenue Resolved, that the City Engineer is authorized to negotiate a revised State Municipal Agreement with WisDOT on State Project ID: 2350-00-00/70, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Avenue. Fiscal Note: If approved, the City will be required to allocate an estimated $262,612 of additional funding in the 2016 - 2025 CIP budget.Approved  Action details Video Video
Ord.02-15 A Ordinance 02-15 - Recreate Section 114-260. - Large Vehicle ParkingOrdinanceOrdinance 02-15 To recreate Section 114-260. - Large Vehicle Parking 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: In section 114-260. - Large Vehicle Parking of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, repeal “6,000” and recreate it to be “12,000.” Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the City Common Council and publication or posting as required by law. Passed by the Common Council: _______________________________________ Approved: _______________________________________ Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available