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11-7082
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to discuss his request for sole-source procurement for the purchase of a server system upgrade for the DIMS digital imaging management software solution. (Res. 11-2837) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to discuss his request for sole-source procurement for the purchase of a server system upgrade for the DIMS digital imaging management software solution. (Res. 11-2837)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-21-11: Formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to purchase a server system upgrade for the DIMS digital imaging management software solution with Linear Systems, Law Enforcement Division with the stipulation that the equipment be competitively priced.
Fiscal Note: The approximate cost of the software will be $34,999. There are sufficient funds available in Account 254.000.5210. | Referred | |
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11-7092
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee to request a transfer of $15,000 from Account 101.300.5180 - Longevity to Account 101-300-5770 - Equipment to be utilized to purchase a Power Cot (g | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee to request a transfer of $15,000 from Account 101.300.5180 - Longevity to Account 101-300-5770 - Equipment to be utilized to purchase a Power Cot (gurney) and use $5,000 from Account 991.300.5070 for tile floor repairs at Fire Station #5 (2430 Blaine Ave). (Res. 11-2837)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-21-11: Permission be granted for the Fire Chief to transfer $15,000 from Account 101.300.5180 - Longevity to Account 101-300-5770 - Equipment to be utilized to purchase a Power Cot (gurney) and utilize $5,000 from Account 991.300.5070 for tile floor repairs at Fire Station #5 (2430 Blaine Ave).
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. | Referred | |
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11-7095
| A | | Communication from the Human Resource Manager requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the renewal of the City's Stop Loss Insurance plan for 2012. (Res. 11-2844) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Human Resource Manager requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the renewal of the City's Stop Loss Insurance plan for 2012. (Res. 11-2844)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-21-11: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement under the terms of the City's 2012 Health Insurance Stop Loss Coverage with SLG through the Horton Group at an increased stop loss level of $210,000 at no rate increase.
Fiscal Note: There will be no rate increase for the renewal contract. | Referred | |
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11-7098
| A | | Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to apply for a $300,000 grant with the Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation Community Investments Program. (Res. 11-2840) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to apply for a $300,000 grant with the Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation Community Investments Program. (Res. 11-2840)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-21-11: Permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the $300,000 grant with the Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation Community Investments Program (Grant Control No. 2011-037) to be utilized for the EXCEL and Racine AfterZones Programs.
Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $300,000 and no match is required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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11-7077
| A | | Key Engineering Group, Ltd. informing the City of contamination in the public right-of-way at 1220 Mound Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Key Engineering Group, Ltd. informing the City of contamination in the public right-of-way at 1220 Mound Avenue.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-29-11: That the communication be received and filed.
Further recommend that the information regarding the contamination within the street right-of-way be placed in the City's Geographical Information System.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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11-7081
| A | | Request to use Monument Square and city sidewalks for the "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 13-15, 2012. (Res. 11-2845) | Communication | Request to use Monument Square and city sidewalks for the "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 13-15, 2012. (Res. 11-2845)
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on city sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 14, 2012 until they melt, with the following stipulations:
A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements.
B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements.
C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's office.
D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney's office.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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11-7081
| A | | Request to use Monument Square and city sidewalks for the "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 13-15, 2012. (Res. 11-2845) | Communication | Request to use Monument Square and city sidewalks for the "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 13-15, 2012. (Res. 11-2845)
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on city sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 14, 2012 until they melt, with the following stipulations:
A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements.
B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements.
C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's office.
D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney's office.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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11-7083
| A | | Bid results for salt for ice control for the 2011-2012 winter season.(Res. 11-2847) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine County submitting bid results for salt for ice control for the 2011-2012 winter season. (Res. 11-2847)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-29-11: The bid of Cargill, Inc. for the purchase of 6,000 tons (more or less) of salt for ice control for the 2011-2012 year be accepted at their bid price of $60.35 per ton delivered, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 101.540.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine's allotment of salt will be based upon 6,000 tons, and funds to make these purchases are budgeted in Account 101.540.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies. | Referred | |
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11-7100
| A | | St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church requesting permission to close the sidewalk in the 800-900 blocks of Carroll Street for the winter. (Res. 11-2877) | Communication | Subject: Communication from St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church requesting permission to close the sidewalk in the 800-900 blocks of Carroll Street for the winter. (Res. 11-2877)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commitee on 11-29-11: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commitee on 12-13-11: That St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church be granted permission to close the sidewalk on the south side of the 800 and 900 blocks of Carrol Street from December 1, 2011 to April 1, 2012 with the requirement that St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church holds the City of Racine harmless from any and all injuries caused by conditions of the sidewalk related to this closure.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in granting this permission. | Referred | |
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11-7076
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Engineering and Project Administration Services - Recreation Service Center. (Res. 11-2852) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Engineering and Project Administration Services - Recreation Service Center. (Res. 11-2852)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-21-11: That the request for final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Engineering and Project Administration Services - Recreation Service Center be approved.
Fiscal Note: Total cost of the project is $4,900.00 available from account 990-700-5030 Parks Facilities Upgrade - 10 Year Plan. | Referred | |
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11-7099
| A | | (New) Application of The ARGO Group Inc. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of The ARGO Group Inc., Samuel Lidester, Agent for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3710 Meachem Road. (11th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-21-11: That the application of The ARGO Group Inc., Samuel Lidester, Agent for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3710 Meachem Road be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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11-7057
| A | | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for account 101.160.5610, Professional Services, for the 2011 budget year. (Resolution No. 11-2818 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for account 101.160.5610, Professional Services, for the 2011 budget year. (Resolution No. 11-2818
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-07-11: $100,000 be transferred from account 101.990.5970, Contingency, to account 101.160.561, Attorney's Office Professional Services to cover anticipated legal fees through the end of the year.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7004
| A | | claim of Aida Pinto | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Aida Pinto for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-07-11: The claim of Aida Pinto, 2310 - 16th Street, Racine 53405, claiming reimbursement in the amount of $12,131.75 for auto repairs after a tree branch allegedly fell on a car parked on Kearney Avenue during the storm on June 30, 2011 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7054
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to discuss authorization to accept a private donation for funding a new K-9 Unit and authorization for sole-source procurement for the purchase, training, transportation, and maintenance of the dog. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to discuss authorization to accept a private donation for funding a new K-9 Unit and authorization for sole-source procurement for the purchase, training, transportation, and maintenance of the dog. (Resolution 11-2817)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-07-11: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to accept a donation for funding a new K-9 Unit and authorization for sole-source procurement for the purchase, training, transportation, and maintenance of the dog.
Fiscal Note: Currently, two anonymous donors are anticipating making donations to cover the costs of obtaining a new dog.. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7055
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program. (Resolution No. 11-2819) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program. (Resolution No. 11-2819)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-07-11: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to accept donations for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program.
Fiscal Note: Approximately $37,000 was collected for school supplies. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7059
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting a request from the Board of Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine for approval of its 2012 Operating Plan. (Resolution No. 11-2815) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting a request from the Board of Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine for approval of its 2012 Operating Plan. (Resolution No. 11-2815)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-07-11: 2012 Operating Plan for the Board of Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine be approved and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District.
Fiscal Note: It is estimated $213,626 will be raised through assessments to be disbursed to Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7069
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Chairman of the Racine Civic Centre Commission requesting that the City of Racine extend a contract offer to VenuWorks of Racine for the continued management of the Racine Civic Centre. (Resolution 11-2816 | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Chairman of the Racine Civic Centre Commission requesting that the City of Racine extend a contract offer to VenuWorks of Racine for the continued management of the Racine Civic Centre. (Resolution 11-2816)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-07-11: That the City of Racine begin the process to extend the contract offer with VenuWorks of Racine under a duration scenario that allows for an RFP (Request for Proposal) in the near future.
Fiscal Note: To be determined. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7006
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Chief Building Inspector submitting a change to Municipal Code Ordinance, Sec. 18-466 - Office of chief plumbing inspector. (Ord. 12-11) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief Building Inspector submitting a change to Municipal Code Ordinance, Sec. 18-466 - Office of chief plumbing inspector. (Ord. 12-11)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-25-11: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-8-11: That the change to Municipal Code Ordinance, Sec. 18-466 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, relating to Office of chief plumbing inspector, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7047
| A | | Subject: Communication from Kara Kading requesting to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon. (Resolution No. 11-2821) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Kara Kading requesting to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon. (Resolution No. 11-2821)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-8-11: That St. John's Lutheran School be granted permission to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on Saturday, April 28, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
Further recommends 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 ass | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7064
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main and Goold Traffic and Street Light Renovation, Pieper Electric Inc., contractor. (Resolu | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main and Goold Traffic and Street Light Renovation, Pieper Electric Inc., contractor. (Resolution No. 11-2824)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-8-11: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main and Goold Traffic and Street Lighting Renovations, Pieper Electric, contractor, be approved in the amount of $408.41.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 991.600.5010, Traffic Signals. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7065
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main at Goold Traffic and Street Lighting Renovations, Pieper Electric Inc., contractor. (Re | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main at Goold Traffic and Street Lighting Renovations, Pieper Electric Inc., contractor. (Resolution No. 11-2825)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-8-11: That the work done by Pieper Electric under Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main and Goold Traffic and Street Lighting Renovations, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $91,841.44.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2494, dated April 18, 2011. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7066
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 35-11 (K1-037), Fire Alarm System Replacement at Library, Enterprise Fire & Security/EES, Inc., contractor. (Re | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 35-11 (K1-037), Fire Alarm System Replacement at Library, Enterprise Fire & Security/EES, Inc., contractor. (Resolution No. 11-2826)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-8-11: That the work done by Enterprise Fire & Security/EES, Inc. under Contract 35-11 (K1-037), Fire Alarm System Replacement at Library, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $50,495.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2593, dated June 7, 2011. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7067
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #15 for One (1) 33,000 GVW Truck Chassis with 46 Foot Working Height Insulated Aerial Unit. (Resolution No. 11-2823) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #15 for One (1) 33,000 GVW Truck Chassis with 46 Foot Working Height Insulated Aerial Unit. (Resolution No. 11-2823)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-8-11: That the contract for One (1) 33,000 GVW 5 Truck Chassis with 46 foot working height insulated aerial unit be awarded to Utility Sales & Service, Appleton, WI, at their bid price of $170,918.00 with trade-in, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 991.590.5030, Street Lighting, Bucket Truck. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7068
| A | | 2011 Pavement Management System Summary Report. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the 2011 Pavement Management System Summary Report.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-8-11: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7052
| A | | Subject: Communication from Dr. Ann Yehle, McKinley Middle School Directing Principal, requesting to close off the south sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery during the 2011-2012 winter. (Resolution No. 11-2822) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Dr. Ann Yehle, McKinley Middle School Directing Principal, requesting to close off the south sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery during the 2011-2012 winter. (Resolution No. 11-2822)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-8-11: That Racine Unified School District be granted permission to close the sidewalk on Rupert Boulevard fronting McKinley Middle School from December 1, 2011 to April 1, 2012 with the requirement that Racine Unified School District holds the City of Racine harmless from any and all injuries caused by conditions of the sidewalk related to this closure.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in granting this permission. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7032
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to enter into an agreement to prepare plans and specifications for the Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Restroom Building. (Resolution No. 11-2827) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to enter into an agreement to prepare plans and specifications for the Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Restroom Building. (Resolution No. 11-2827)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-7-11: That the request for permission to enter into an agreement wih Butterfield, Rudie and Seitz to prepare plans and specifications for the Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Restroom Building be approved.
Fiscal Note: Cost not to exceed $9,500.00 from account 991.700.5040 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7051
| A | | Application of The Char-Grill, Inc., Jeffrey Marsh, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3839 Douglas Avenue. (7th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of The Char-Grill, Inc., Jeffrey Marsh, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3839 Douglas Avenue. (7th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-7-11: That the application of The Char-Grill, Inc., Jeffrey Marsh, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3839 Douglas Avenue be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7053
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Masonry Restoration at Recreation Service Center. (Resolution No. 11-2828) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Masonry Restoration at Recreation Service Center. (Resolution No. 11-2828)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-7-11: That the request for final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Masonry Restoration at Recreation Service Center be approved.
Fiscal Note: Funds in the amount of $23,625.00 are available from account 990.700.5030. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7060
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to rescind final payment for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Pavement Improvements, Contract Number 43-11 (K1-045) (R1), Resolution 11-2744 of September | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to rescind final payment for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Pavement Improvements, Contract Number 43-11 (K1-045) (R1), Resolution 11-2744 of September 20, 2011. (Resolution No. 11-2829)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-7-11: That the request to rescind final payment for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Pavement Improvements, Contract Number 43-11 (K1-045) (R1), Resolution 11-2744 of September 20, 2011 be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7073
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director requesting authorization to acquire 1437 Owen Avenue in the Uptown area. (Resolution No. 11-2830) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director requesting authorization to acquire 1437 Owen Avenue in the Uptown area. (Resolution No. 11-2830)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 11-8-11: That the Common Council, pursuant to sec. 66.1333 (5) (b) Wis. Stats., authorize and direct the Redevelopment Authority to acquire the property at 1437 Owen Avenue.
Fiscal Note: The property at 1437 Owen Avenue (parcel ID no.09296000) is blighted property due to extensive fire damage. The owner of the property has offered to transfer the property to the Authority at no cost; the Authority would be responsible for demolition and incidental costs. Demolition of the building and associated expenses are expected to cost $13,000.000. The Authority has funding for a residential redevelopment project in the Uptown Improvement Program. The redevelopment would consist of the construction of an in-fill single family home and sale to owner-occupants. Funds are available in the TID-16 plan and the S.C. Johnson grant for this purpose. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7074
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Gordon Kacala of Racine County Economic Development Corporation requesting authorization to apply for and accept a matching grant from the US Economic Development Administration to recapitalize the City's Indu | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Gordon Kacala of Racine County Economic Development Corporation requesting authorization to apply for and accept a matching grant from the US Economic Development Administration to recapitalize the City's Industrial/Commercial Building Revolving Loan Fund. (Res. 11-7074)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 11-8-11: that the Authority supports the use of funds from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund to match a grant from the US EDA for recapitalizing the Industrial/Commercial Building Revolving Loan Fund.
Further recommends, that the Executive Director of RCEDC be authorized and directed on behalf of the City of Racine to apply for and to accept from the US EDA the proposed grant.
Further recommends, that the Finance Director be authorized and directed to segregate and restrict in a separate account five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing account no. 919.000.1180 for the local match for the grant.
Further recommends, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized | Referred | Pass |
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11-6868
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of City Development submitting proposals for the redevelopment of 1130 Washington Avenue. (Resolution No. 11-2831) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of City Development submitting proposals for the redevelopment of 1130 Washington Avenue. (Resolution No. 11-2831)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 11-8-11: That the Common Council approve the granting of an option to purchase the Authority-owned properties at 1116 through 1152 Washington Avenue and 1309 Eleventh Street to Akil Ajmeri (d.b.a. Akil, LLC) for redevelopment consistent with his proposal dated August 30, 2011 and Redevelopment Authority resolution 11-17.
Fiscal Note: Redevelopment Authority resolution 11-17 is an attachment to this item. The option is for six months during which Mr. Ajmeri would obtain regulatory approvals and satisfy contingencies. Mr. Ajmeri will pay a $1,000 option fee and $10,000 for the property upon closing. He has proposed to develop a gas station, convenience store and sandwich shop, and car wash. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7056
| A | | (Direct Referral) communication from the City Administrator presenting a report from the Public Health Administrator concerning Animal Control. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) communication from the City Administrator presenting a report from the Public Health Administrator concerning Animal Control.
Recommendation: the Item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-6930
| A | | Subject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Waterworks Commission Regarding Year 2012 Water Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption (Resolution No. 11-2832) | Communication | Subject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Waterworks Commission Regarding Year 2012 Water Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption (Resolution No. 11-2832)
Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission on 9/27/11: To adopt. Refer to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10/26/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10/27/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/3/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/9/2011: the Item be approved.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the Racine Waterworks Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-6931
| A | | Subject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission Regarding Year 2012 Wastewater Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption (Resolution No. 11-28 | Communication | Subject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission Regarding Year 2012 Wastewater Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption (Resolution No. 11-2833)
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission on 9/27/11: To adopt. Refer to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10/26/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10/27/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/3/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/9/2011: the Item be approved.
Fiscal Note: copies of the Racine WastewaterUtility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-6932
| A | | Subject: Submittal of 2012 Sewer Service Rates (Resolution No. 11-2834) | Communication | Subject: Submittal of 2012 Sewer Service Rates (Resolution No. 11-2834)
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission on 9/27/11: To adopt. Refer to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10/26/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10/27/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/3/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/9/2011: the Item be approved.
Fiscal Note: Copies for the 2012 Sewer Service Rates are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7007
| A | | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert submitting the 2012 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds; Capital Improvements Plan. (Resolution No. 11-2835) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert submitting the 2012 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds; Capital Improvements Plan. (Resolution No. 11-2835)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10/26/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10/27/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/3/2011: to defer the Item.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/9/2011: the Item be approved.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds; Capital Improvements Plan and amendments thereto are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.11-2815
| A | | Request from the Board of Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine for approval of its 2012 Operating Plan. | Resolution | Request from the Board of Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine for approval of its 2012 Operating Plan.
Resolved, that the 2012 Operating Plan for the Board of Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine be approved and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District.
Fiscal Note: It is estimated $213,626 will be raised through assessments to be disbursed to Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2816
| A | | Request that the City extend a contract offer to VenuWorks of Racine for the continued management of the Racine Civic Centre. | Resolution | Request that the City extend a contract offer to VenuWorks of Racine for the continued management of the Racine Civic Centre.
Resolved, that the City of Racine begin the process to extend the contract offer with VenuWorks of Racine under a duration scenario that allows for an RFP (Request for Proposal) in the near future.
Fiscal Note: To be determined. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2817
| A | | Request authorization to accept a private donation for funding a new K-9 Unit and authorization for sole-source procurement for the purchase, training, transportation, and maintenance of the dog. | Resolution | Request authorization to accept a private donation for funding a new K-9 Unit and authorization for sole-source procurement for the purchase, training, transportation, and maintenance of the dog.
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Police Chief to accept a donation for funding a new K-9 Unit and authorization for sole-source procurement for the purchase, training, transportation, and maintenance of the dog.
Fiscal Note: Currently, two anonymous donors are anticipating making donations to cover the costs of obtaining a new dog. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2818
| A | | Request additional funding for account 101.160.5610, Professional Services, for the 2011 budget year. | Resolution | Request additional funding for account 101.160.5610, Professional Services, for the 2011 budget year.
Resolved, that $100,000 be transferred from account 101.990.5970, Contingency, to account 101.160.561, Attorney's Office Professional Services to cover anticipated legal fees through the end of the year.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2819
| A | | Request permission to accept donations for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program. | Resolution | Request permission to accept donations for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program.
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to accept donations for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program.
Fiscal Note: Approximately $37,000 was collected for school supplies. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2820
| A | | Donation of paint, supplies, and volunteers to paint interior areas of the Chavez Community Center. | Resolution | Donation of paint, supplies, and volunteers to paint interior areas of the Chavez Community Center.
Resolved, that the City accept the donation of paint, supplies, and volunteers to paint interior areas of the Chavez Community Center from Home Depot.
Fiscal Note: No cost to the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2821
| A | | Request to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon. | Resolution | Request to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon.
Resolved, that St. John's Lutheran School be granted permission to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on Saturday, April 28, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. $50.00 processing fee be paid.
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.11-2822
| A | | Request to close off the south sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery during the 2011-2012 winter. | Resolution | Request to close off the south sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery during the 2011-2012 winter.
Resolved, that Racine Unified School District be granted permission to close the sidewalk on Rupert Boulevard fronting McKinley Middle School from December 1, 2011 to April 1, 2012 with the requirement that Racine Unified School District holds the City of Racine harmless from any and all injuries caused by conditions of the sidewalk related to this closure.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in granting this permission. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2823
| A | | Bid results submitted on Official Notice #15 for One (1) 33,000 GVW Truck Chassis with 46 Foot Working Height Insulated Aerial Unit. | Resolution | Bid results submitted on Official Notice #15 for One (1) 33,000 GVW Truck Chassis with 46 Foot Working Height Insulated Aerial Unit.
Resolved, that the contract for One (1) 33,000 GVW 5 Truck Chassis with 46 foot working height insulated aerial unit be awarded to Utility Sales & Service, Appleton, WI, at their bid price of $170,918.00 with trade-in, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 991.590.5030, Street Lighting, Bucket Truck. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2824
| A | | Submit Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main and Goold Traffic and Street Light Renovation, Pieper Electric Inc., contractor. | Resolution | Submit Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main and Goold Traffic and Street Light Renovation, Pieper Electric Inc., contractor.
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main and Goold Traffic and Street Lighting Renovations, Pieper Electric, contractor, be approved in the amount of $408.41.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 991.600.5010, Traffic Signals. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2825
| A | | Request for final payment on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main at Goold Traffic and Street Lighting Renovations, Pieper Electric Inc., contractor. | Resolution | Request for final payment on Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main at Goold Traffic and Street Lighting Renovations, Pieper Electric Inc., contractor.
Resolved, that the work done by Pieper Electric under Contract 17-11 (K1-017), N. Main and Goold Traffic and Street Lighting Renovations, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $91,841.44.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2494, dated April 18, 2011. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2826
| A | | Request for final payment on Contract 35-11 (K1-037), Fire Alarm System Replacement at Library, Enterprise Fire & Security/EES, Inc., contractor. | Resolution | Request for final payment on Contract 35-11 (K1-037), Fire Alarm System Replacement at Library, Enterprise Fire & Security/EES, Inc., contractor.
Resolved, that the work done by Enterprise Fire & Security/EES, Inc. under Contract 35-11 (K1-037), Fire Alarm System Replacement at Library, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $50,495.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2593, dated June 7, 2011. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2827
| A | | Permission to enter into an agreement to prepare plans and specifications for the Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Restroom Building. | Resolution | Permission to enter into an agreement to prepare plans and specifications for the Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Restroom Building.
Resolved, that the request for permission to enter into an agreement with Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz, Inc., to prepare plans and specifications for the Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Restroom Building be approved.
Fiscal Note: Cost not to exceed $9,500.00 from account 991.700.5040 | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2828
| A | | Request final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Masonry Restoration at Recreation Service Center. | Resolution | Request final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Masonry Restoration at Recreation Service Center.
Resolved, that the request for final payment for Contract 23-11 (K1-023) Masonry Restoration at Recreation Service Center be approved.
Fiscal Note: Funds in the amount of $23,625.00 are available from account 990.700.5030. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2829
| A | | Request to rescind final payment for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Pavement Improvements, Contract Number 43-11 (K1-045) (R1), Resolution 11-2744 of September 20, 2011. | Resolution | Request to rescind final payment for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Pavement Improvements, Contract Number 43-11 (K1-045) (R1), Resolution 11-2744 of September 20, 2011.
Resolved, that the request to rescind final payment for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Pavement Improvements, Contract Number 43-11 (K1-045) (R1), Resolution 11-2744 of September 20, 2011 be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2830
| A | | Request of the Redevelopment Authority to acquire 1437 Owen Avenue. | Resolution | Request of the Redevelopment Authority to acquire 1437 Owen Avenue.
Resolved, that the Common Council, pursuant to sec. 66.1333 (5) (b) Wis. Stats., authorizes and directs the Redevelopment Authority to acquire the property at 1437 Owen Avenue (parcel ID no. 09296000).
Fiscal Note: The owner of this fire-damaged property has offered to transfer the property to the Authority at no cost. The Authority would be responsible for demolition of the building and incidental costs expected to be $13,000.00. Funds are available in the TID-16 plan and the S.C. Johnson grant for this purpose. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2831
| A | | Approval of the granting of an option by the Redevelopment Authority. | Resolution | Approval of the granting of an option by the Redevelopment Authority.
Resolved, that the report of the Redevelopment Authority, regarding the granting of an option to Akil Ajmeri (d.b.a. Akil, LLC) to purchase Authority-owned properties at 1116 through 1152 Washington Avenue and 1309 Eleventh Street for redevelopment consistent with his proposal dated August 30, 2011 and Redevelopment Authority resolution 11-17, is approved.
Fiscal Note: The option is for six months during which Mr. Ajmeri would obtain regulatory approvals and satisfy contingencies. Mr. Ajmeri will pay a $1,000 option fee and $10,000 for the property upon closing. He has proposed to develop a gas station, convenience store and sandwich shop, and car wash. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2832
| A | | 2012 Water Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget being approved. | Resolution | 2012 Water Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget being approved.
Resolved, that the 2012 Water Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the Racine Waterworks Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2833
| A | | 2012 Wastewater Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget be adopted. | Resolution | 2012 Wastewater Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget be adopted.
Resolved, that the 2012 Wastewater Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget be adopted.
Fiscal Note: copies of the Racine Wastewater Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2012-2016 Capital Improvements Budget are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2834
| A | | 2012 Sewer Service Rates be approved. | Resolution | 2012 Sewer Service Rates be approved.
Resolved, that the 2012 Sewer Service Rates be adopted as presented by the Commission.
Fiscal Note: Copies for the 2012 Sewer Service Rates are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.11-2835
| A | | 2012 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds; Capital Improvements Plan be adopted. | Resolution | 2012 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds; Capital Improvements Plan be adopted.
Resolved, that the 2012 Proposed Budgets for the General fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities and Internal Service Funds; Capital Improvements Plan be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds; Capital Improvements Plan and amendments thereto are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | Pass |
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Ord.12-11
| A | | To amend Section 18-466. - Office of the chief plumbing inspector, Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Buildings and Building Regulations. | Ordinance | To amend Section 18-466. - Office of the chief plumbing inspector, Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Buildings and Building Regulations.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Section 18-466 of the Municipal Code of the city of Racine is hereby amended to read as follows:
Add the following sentence at the end of paragraph (c): "If any part of the plumbing system is found by the chief plumbing inspector to be in violation of the municipal plumbing code, and may be a hazard to persons or property, then the chief plumbing inspector may order the water service to the building to be discontinued."
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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