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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 10/6/2009 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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09-4193 A Discuss refunding the City's outstanding 2009 Note Anticipation Notes.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss refunding the City's outstanding 2009 Note Anticipation Notes. (Res.09-1717) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: To defer the item. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-26-09: The 2009 Capital Improvement Note Anticipation Notes maturing on December 15, 2009 be refunded utilizing the Taxable Build America Bonds. Fiscal Note: The refunding bonds will mature over a 14 year period. The principal amount should not exceed $7,755,000 with an anticipated interest rate of approximately 3.12%. Final amounts and rates will be determined in the market place.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4224 A Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract agreement and to accept grant funds of $50,087 from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public HealthCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract agreement and to accept grant funds of $50,087 from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services. (Grant Control #2009-062) (Res.09-1648) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract agreement and to accept grant funds of $50,087 for public health emergency response to the Novel Influenza Virus, from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services. (Grant Control #2009-062) Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4225 A Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract agreement and to accept grant funds of $32,965 from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public HealthCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract agreement and to accept grant funds of $32,965 from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services. (Grant Control #2009-063) (Res.09-1649) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be auhorized and directed to enter into a contract agreement and to accept grant funds of $32,965 for Public Health Preparedness and Response to Bioterrorism -Cities Readiness Initiative, from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services. (Grant Control #2009-063) Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4226 A Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a fee-for-service contract with the Department of Children and Families, Division of Family and Economic Security for up to $14,250CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a fee-for-service contract with the Department of Children and Families, Division of Family and Economic Security for up to $14,250. (Res.09-1650) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a fee-for-service contract with the Department of Children and Families, Division of Family and Economic Security for up to $14,250. Fiscal Note: The contract covers the period of October 1, 2009 through September 31, 2010. Actual fees received will depend on the number of clients served.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4240 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to transfer funds in the amount of $4,000.00 from various accounts to account # 101.710.5550 to purchase a "Big Belly" solar" trash collector.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to transfer funds in the amount of $4,000.00 from various accounts to account # 101.710.5550 to purchase a "Big Belly" solar" trash collector. (Res.09-4647) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: $1,373 be transferred from Account 988.710.5090, Ball Diamond Bleachers, $788 be transferred from account 988.680.5010, Bryant Exterior Painting , with $2,161 being placed in Account 988.700.5160, Big Belly Solar Trash Compactor. Further recommend that $1,839 be transferred from Account 989.680.5010, Bryant Center Replace Floor Tile, to Account 989.700.5160, Big Belly Solar Trash Compactor. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer and the expenditure is an allowable use of bond proceeds.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4243 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to transfer funds to accept the bid for North Beach Lift Station renovation.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to transfer funds to accept the bid for North Beach Lift Station renovation. (Res.09-1670) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-26-09: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to transfer a total of $94,333 from the following accounts, $22,955 from 989.700.5010 Forestry Chip Truck, $33,576 from 989.740.5020 Zoo Replace South Meter Pit, $11,005 from 989.740.5030 Zoo Repair Handicapped Ramp and $26,797 from 989.670.5010 Tyler-Domer Doors & Windows Replacement and transferred into Account 989.700.505 North Beach Sanitary Lift Station. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4245 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting authorization to accept a private donation of a 1999 armored car. (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting authorization to accept a private donation of a 1999 armored car. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to accept a private donation of a 1999 armored car. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-4245 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting authorization to accept a private donation of a 1999 armored car. (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting authorization to accept a private donation of a 1999 armored car. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to accept a private donation of a 1999 armored car. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-4248 A Transferring funds from Station 7 Roof Replacement to Building Repairs and UpgradesCommunicationSubject: A communication from the Fire Chief wishing to discuss transferring funds from Station 7 Roof Replacement to Building Repairs and Upgrades. (Res.09-1646) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: $40,000 be transferred from Account 989.300.5040, Station 7 Roof Replacement (Building Complex Project), with $27,000 being placed in Account 989.300.5050, Fire Station Driveway Replacements, $6,000 being placed in Account 989.300.5060, 5” Fire Hose, and $7,000 being placed in Account 989.300.5070, Fire Department Video Conferencing System. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer, the expenditures are allowable uses of bond proceeds and the Department of PUblic Works has no objection to the transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4251 A Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the Brownfields Job Training Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-066) through the Environmental Protection Agency. The grant is in the amount of $200,000 over a two year period.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the Brownfields Job Training Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-066) through the Environmental Protection Agency. The grant is in the amount of $200,000 over a two year period. (Res.09-1712) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-09-09: Permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the Brownfields Job Training Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-066) through the Environmental Protection Agency. The grant is in the amount of $200,000 over a two year period. Fiscal Note: No hard match is required, however a soft match is recommended.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4252 A Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 2009 Healthy Homes Demonstration Program (Grant Control No. 2009-065). The grant is in the amount of $875,000 with a projectCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 2009 Healthy Homes Demonstration Program (Grant Control No. 2009-065). The grant is in the amount of $875,000 with a project period of three years. (Res.09-1713) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-09-09: Permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 2009 Healthy Homes Demonstration Program (Grant Control No. 2009-065). The grant is in the amount of $875,000 with a project period of three years. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4253 A 2010 Operating Plan West Racine BIDCommunicationSubject: The Director of City Development submitting a communication from the West Racine Business Improvement District #2 for its proposed 2010 Operating Plan and special assessments. (Res.09-1651) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: To approve the 2010 Operating Plan and proposed special assessments for the West Racine Business Improvement District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated $21,427.60 will be raised through BID assessments to be placed into the West Racine revenue account.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4254 A 2010 Operating Plan Uptown BIDCommunicationSubject: The Director of City Development submitting a communication from the Uptown Business Improvement District for its proposed 2010 Operating Plan and special assessments. (Res.09-1652) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: To approve the 2010 Operating Plan and proposed special assessments for the Uptown Business Improvement District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated that $39,397.38 will be raised through BID assessments to be placed into the Uptown revenue account.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4196 A Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis Racine 2008 request to use City right-of-way on Saturday, December 5, 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Co-Race Director of the Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis Racine 2009 requesting permission to use City right-of-way on Saturday, December 5, 2009. (Res.09-1654) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-09: Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis be granted permission to close Island Park Drive from Liberty Street to Rupert Boulevard, Horlick Park Drive from Rupert Boulevard to 12th Street, and Domanik Drive from Spring Street to Jefferson Street for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, to be held on Saturday, December 5, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a special event fee of $300.00. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Referred  Action details Not available
09-4196 A Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis Racine 2008 request to use City right-of-way on Saturday, December 5, 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Co-Race Director of the Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis Racine 2009 requesting permission to use City right-of-way on Saturday, December 5, 2009. (Res.09-1654) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-09: Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis be granted permission to close Island Park Drive from Liberty Street to Rupert Boulevard, Horlick Park Drive from Rupert Boulevard to 12th Street, and Domanik Drive from Spring Street to Jefferson Street for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, to be held on Saturday, December 5, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a special event fee of $300.00. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Referred  Action details Not available
09-4198 A Request to repair or pave alley bounded by Deane Boulevard, Quincy Avenue and 17th Street south to dead end.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Wesley and Thelma Slater, 1705 Deane Boulevard, requesting their alley, bounded by Deane Boulevard, Quincy Avenue and 17th Street south to dead end, be repaired or repaved. (Res.09-1666) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-09: That the prayer of the petitioners be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the alley bounded by Deane Boulevard, Quincy Avenue, and 17th Street south to the dead end. Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4256 A Sale of real estate policy revisionCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting a revision on the policy on sale of real estate created by Resolution 07-0415. (Res.09-1655) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-09: That the policy regarding the sale of City owned property as contained in Resolution 07-0415, of September 18, 2007, be amended by revising the policy that it shall not apply when it conflicts with the requirements of a grant agreement entered into pursuant to Common Council authorization or when the Common Council has approved an alternative process for property disposition for a specific program. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-4242 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to present bids for the North Beach Lift Station.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to present bids for the North Beach Lift Station. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-12-09: That the item be defered at the request of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Director. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-26-09: That the lowest bid from Rawson Construction for $274,333.00 be accepted and this item be referred to the Finance Commitee. Fiscal Note: Funds will be transferred from 989-700-5010 ($22,955) 989-740-5020($33,576)989-740-5030($11,005)989-670-5010($26,797) to 989-700-5050($94,333). The balance requested currently exists in account 989-700-5050.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4244 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting authorization to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with ARB Investments for the use of the building at 1034 West Boulevard.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting authorization to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with ARB Investments for the use of the building at 1034 West Boulevard. (Res.09-1653) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-12-09: That the Chief of Police be granted authorization to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with ARB Investments for the use of the building at 1034 West Boulevard. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-4249 A Application from Pepi' s Pub and Grill, Joseph L Madison Agent, 618-6th Street for a reserve full "Class B" license.CommunicationSubject: Applications from Pepi' s Pub and Grill, Joseph L Madison Agent, 618-6th Street for a reserve full "Class B" license.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3768 A Communication from Toni Hansen, requesting changes in the stop sign location on Bate Street and Ashland Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Toni Hansen, requesting changes in the stop sign location on Bate Street and Ashland Avenue. Recommendation (10-19-09): Defer Recommendation (11-16-09): Defer Recommendation (01-18-10): Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-4250 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Todd Kramer, 2034 Cleveland, requesting a 4-way stop at 20th Street and Cleveland Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Todd Kramer, 2034 Cleveland, requesting a 4-way stop at 20th Street and Cleveland Avenue. Recommendation (10-19-09): Defer Recommendation (11-16-09): Receive and file Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-4255 A 2009 HPRP grantCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Director or City Development requesting the allocation of the Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program (HPRP) grant be reviewed by the Community Development Committee (Grant Control No. 2009-012). (Res.09-1677) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 10-21-09: That the Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program grant be allocated as shown on the attached table. Fiscal Note: The City has received and accepted a grant of $817,554.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3428 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney requesting to meet in Closed Session pursuant to s. 19.85(1)(c), to discuss the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 430, AFL-CIO, International Brotherhood of ECommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney requesting to meet in Closed Session pursuant to s. 19.85(1)(c), to discuss the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 430, AFL-CIO, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, for January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2010. (Res.09-1342) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Approve the collective bargaining agreement. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-27-09: Approve the collective bargaining agreement. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: The item to be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3514 A Resolution 09-1342 approving a bargaining agreement between the City and Local 430, AFL-CIO International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Resolution 09-1342 approving a bargaining agreement between the City and Local 430, AFL-CIO International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-27-09: Approve the collective bargaining agreement. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the Department of Public Works Electricians and the Water/Wastewater Electrician's budgets. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: The item to be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4086 A Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an amended contract to accept additional funding with the Wisconsin Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for thCommunicationSubject: Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to amend the contract with the Wisconsin Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program. (Res.09-1614) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Interim Public Health Administrator to amend the contract agreement with the Wisconsin Division of Public Health, (Grant Control No. 2006-049) Department of Health Services to accept $20,000 additional funding to be utilized for the Women, Infants and Children Program during the period of January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4089 A Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funds from the Water Environment Research Foundation (WERF). (Grant Control #2009-047)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funds from the Water Environment Research Foundation. (Res.09-1615) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Interim Public Health Administrator apply for a grant from the Water Environment Research Foundation, (Grant Control No. 2009-047) in the amount up to $300,000. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4126 A Project Safe Neighborhood 2009 Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-055)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the Project Safe Neighborhood 2009 Grant through the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance. (Res.09-1624) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator apply for the Project Safe Neighborhood 2009 Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-055) in the amount of $15,000 through the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance to be utilized for the Community Re-Entry Program. Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4127 A Pathways Out of Provety Program 2009 (Grant Control No. 2009-0057)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the Pathways Out of Poverty Program, 2009 Recovery through the Department of Labor. (Res.09-1625) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator apply for the Pathways Out of Poverty Program, 2009 Recovery Grant (Grant Control No. 2008-057) in the amount up to $4,000,000 through the Department of Labor to be utilized for the Green Collar Job Training Program. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4128 A Innovative Law Enforcement Program 2009 JAG Recover Act (Grant Control No. 2009-0056)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the Innovative Law Enforcement Program, 2009 JAG - Recovery Act Grant through the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Item to be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4129 A City Attorney submitting the following collective bargaining agreements for consideration.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting the following collective bargaining agreements for consideration and referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee. (Res.09-1626) Racine Professional Employees Association Local 67 - DPW/Parks Unit Local 67 - City Hall Clericals Unit Local 67 - Police Department Clericals Unit Local 321 - Firefighters Fire Department Staff Officers Association Local 1199 - Health Department Professionals Local 430 - Electricians Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-17-09: the Item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: The collective bargaining agreements for the above units be approved . Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available to cover the terms of the contracts.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4142 A Douglas Ave BID 2010 Operating PlanCommunicationSubject: A Communication from the Director of City Development requesting approval of the Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District's 2010 Operating Plan. (Res.09-1621) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Approval of the 2010 Operating Plan and proposed special assessments for the Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated $68,855.85 will be raised through BID assessments to be placed into the Douglas Avenue revenue account.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4147 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a $400.00 donation from Mike & Anne Frontier for trees for the City of Racine.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $400 donation from Mike & Anne Frontier for trees for the City of Racine. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services accept a $400 donation from Mike & Anne Frontier to be utilized for the purchase of trees for the City of Racine and a letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: No match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4149 A Hazardous Waste and Petroleum Site grant requestCommunicationSubject: The Director of City Development requesting permission to apply for a Hazardous Waste and Petroleum Site Assessment Grant. (Res.09-1622) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a Hazardous Waste and Petroleum Site Assessment Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-059) in the amount of $400,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4150 A Brownsfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant requestCommunicationSubject: The Director of City Development request permission to apply for a Brownsfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant. (Res.09-1623) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development apply for a Brownsfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-50) in the amount up to $800,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Fiscal Note: A 20% cost share is required in money or in kind service on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4155 A review the report on Federal and State Awards for the year ending December 31, 2008.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to submit and review the report on Federal and State Awards for the year ending December 31, 2008. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Item to be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4194 A Request to submit Focus on Energy Implementation Grant - Project #17642/7766, to replace metal halide lighting with LED lighting at the Racine Public Library.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to apply for a Focus on Energy Implementation Grant, Project/Grant #17642/7766, to be utilized to replace metal halide lighting with LED lighting at the Racine Public Library. (Res.09-1616) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations to apply for a Focus on Energy Implementation Grant, Project/Grant #17642/7766, (Grant Control No. 2009-058) in the amount of $233 to be utilized to replace metal halide lighting with LED lighting at the Racine Public Library. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4003 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 23-09 (K9-024) Basin 17 & 18 Sewer ImprovementsCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 23-09 (K9-024) Basin 17 & 18 Sewer Improvements, Woodland Hills Contractors, contractor. (Res.09-1640) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09 and 9-08-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 23-09 (K9-024), Basin 17 & 18 Sewer Improvements, Woodland Hills Contractors, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of $10,993.35. Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease in contract price.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4058 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 13-09 (K9-013), PS - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 on Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant. (Res.09-1638) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09 and 9-08-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $25,620.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 255.699.5020, Library-Remodel 2nd Floor. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4097 A Final payment on Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Construction, Phase ICommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Construction, Phase I, AZAR LLC, contractor. (Res.09-1636) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-08-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: The work done by AZAR, LLC under Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Construction, Phase I, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $148,476.54. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1314, dated April 8, 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4109 A Close Main Street and Monument Square for a Halloween event.CommunicationSubject: Communication from John Mandujano, Jr. requesting permission to close Main Street and Monument Square for a Halloween event. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4141 A Final payment on Contract 34-09 (K9-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC, contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 34-09 (K9-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC, contractor. (Res.09-1637) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: The work done by The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC, under Contract 34-09 (K6-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $46,569.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1406, dated May 19, 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4146 A 2009 Pavement Management System Summary Report.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the 2009 Pavement Management System Summary Report. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4152 A Res.08-0839 Adams Outdoor AdvertisingCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to repeal the Resolution 08-0839 regarding Adams Outdoor Advertising. (Res.09-1630) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Resolution No. 08-0839, of June 3, 2008, be rescinded. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4153 A Bid results on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Repair N. Osborne Blvd.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Repair N. Osborne Blvd. (Res.09-1631) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation and Structure Repair-North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, be awarded to Dirty Ducts Cleaning, Environmental and Insulation, Madison, WI, at their bid price of $46,654.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 287.989.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Various Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4154 A Bid results on Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights, CDBG-R.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights, CDBG-R. (Res.09-1632) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights, CDBG-R, be awarded to Ruud Lighting, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $227,981.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from 2009 CDBG-R funds. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4156 A Request for installation of handicap sidewalk ramps at the corner of Olive and Cleveland to facilitate access to Humble Park.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting the installation of handicap sidewalk ramps at the corner of Olive and Cleveland to facilitate access to Humble Park. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That the request to construct handicap ramps at the intersection of Olive Street and Cleveland Avenue be approved. Further recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to place this work on an appropriate public works contract. Fiscal Note: This work will be provided for in the 2010 budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4187 A Amendment No. 1 on Contract 41-09 (K9-042), PS - WisDOT Economic Recovery Stage 2 ApplicationsCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Amendment No. 1 on Contract 41-09 (K9-042), PS - WisDOT Economic Recovery Stage 2 Applications, Nielsen, Madsen & Barber, consultant. (Res.09-1639) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 41-09 (K9-042), Professional Services - WisDOT Economic Recovery Stage 2 Applications, Nielsen, Madsen & Barber, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,926.87. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.590.5610, Professional Services-Street Lighting. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4188 A Amendment No. 1 on three party State agreement No. 2290-12-00CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting a three-party amendment between the City, State and Bonestroo on State Contract ID: 2290-12-00, State Street, N. Memorial Drive to La Salle Street. (Res.09-1642) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Amendment No. 1 on the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Bonestroo, State Contract ID: 2290-12-00, State Street, N. Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street, be approved in the amount of $16,613.23, with the City's share being $3,322.65. Further recommend that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.908.5040, State Street-N. Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4189 A Final payment on Contract 57-08 (K8-067), PS - Const. Mgmt. Serv. for Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Services for Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18, AECOM, consultant. (Res.09-1635) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: The professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc. under Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Services for Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $54,463.26. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-1136, dated December 2, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4200 A Citizens Advisory Committee submitting recommendations for the intersection design fronting City Hall.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Seventh Street Citizens Advisory Committee submitting recommendations for the intersection design fronting City Hall. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That the roundabout, as presented for the final intersection design, including the center island wall be approved. Fiscal Note: Funding for the roundabout is included in the Seventh Street Reconstruction Project.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4201 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 24-09 (K9-025), Curb and Gutter RepairCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 24-09 (K9-025), Curb and Gutter Repair, Stark Asphalt, contractor. (Res.09-1641) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 24-09 (K9-025), Curb and Gutter Repair, Stark Asphalt, contractor, be approved in the amount of $24,410.47. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 2,000.00 - Account 988.908.5510, New Sidewalks $ 1,867.81 - Account 989.908.5510, New Sidewalks $ 2,712.00 - Account 989.908.5530, Crosswalk Ramps $ 4,607.66 - Account 989.908.5320, Replacement Curb & Gutter $13,223.00 - Account 989.908.5310, New Curb & Gutter $24,410.47 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4205 A Amendment No. 2 on Contract 57-08 (K8-067), PS - Const. Mgmt. Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Amendment No. 2 on Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18, AECOM, consultant. (Res.09-1634) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That Amendment No. 2 to Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18, AECOM Technical Services, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $1,683.26. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 287.989.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Miscellaneous Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4230 A Proposal from AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Recycling Fee On-Call Services.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal from AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Recycling Fee On-Call Services. (Res.09-1633) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-29-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Recycling fee On-Call Services, at a price not-to-exceed $25,000.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 289.000.5610, Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3870 A Subject: (New) Application of Tommy's Den, Tommy Daniels, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 901 S. Memorial Drive. (3rd District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Tommy's Den, Tommy Daniels, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 901 S. Memorial Drive. (3rd District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 7-27-09: That the application of Tommy's Den, Tommy Daniels, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 901 S. Memorial Drive be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-10-09: That the application of Tommy's Den, Tommy Daniels, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 901 S. Memorial Drive be deferred until a business plan and legal information be brought in by Tommy Daniels. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-24-09: That the application of Tommy's Den, Tommy Daniels, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 901 S. Memorial Drive be deferred and the applicant meet with the City Attorney to work on details of camera system and security personnel that wApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4118 A (New) Application of Chat & Chew, LLC., Dwight Mosby, Agent "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 1846 Mead Street.CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Chat & Chew, LLC., Dwight Mosby, Agent "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 1846 Mead Street. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-21-09: That the request for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 1846 Mead Street due to the fragility of the neighborhood be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4119 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to waive formal bidding and allow the Purchasing Agent to negotiate with H K Sports Fields for the renovation of Humble Park Northwest baseball diamond.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to waive formal bidding and allow the Purchasing Agent to negotiate with H K Sports Fields for the renovation of Humble Park Northwest baseball diamond. (Res.09-1627) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-21-09: that the formal bidding be waived and to allow the Purchasing Agent to negotiate with H K Sports Fields for the renovation of Humble Park Northwest baseball diamond.le Park Northwest baseball diamond. Fiscal Note: CIP 989-710-5030Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4120 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT 2010 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control # 2009-050). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject:Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT 2010 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control # 2009-050). (Res.09-1617) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $30,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-050) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $30,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-050) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft mach of $7,500 on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4121 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT 2010 Speed Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control # 2009-051). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT 2010 Speed Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control # 2009-051). (Res.09-1618) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $25,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Speed Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-051) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-21-09: that permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $25,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Speed Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-051) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft mach of $6,250 on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4122 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT 2010 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control # 2009-052). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT 2010 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control # 2009-052). (Res.09-1619) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $4,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-052) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-21-09: That permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $4,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-052) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft mach of $1,000 on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4123 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT 2010 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control # 2009-053). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject:Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT 2010 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control # 2009-053). (Res.09-1620) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $4,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-053) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-21-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $4,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-053) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft mach of $1,000 on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4140 A Subject: (New) Application of Raytown Roadhouse, Inc., Pete Karas, Agent "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 522 Sixth Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Raytown Roadhouse, Inc., Pete Karas, Agent "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 522 Sixth Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-21-09: That the Application of Raytown Roadhouse, Inc., Pete Karas, Agent "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 522 Sixth Street be approved with the following restrictions: a complete menu be submitted to the clerks office, Security will be staffed while entertainment is offered, Daily clean up of a radius around the area will be completed, Digital cameras will be working and on site (Minimum of 4), and and the kitchen be open before any sale of alochol. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4176 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare plans and specifications for a canoe launch at Island Park.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare plans and specifications for a canoe launch at Island Park. (Res.09-1628) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-21-09:to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare plans and specifications for a canoe launch at Island Park. Fiscal Note: funds will be available in 101-170-5610 (mostly grants)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4192 A (Direct Referral) Application of Park 6, Thomas J. Holmes, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" liquor license for 500 Sixth Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Application of Park 6, Thomas J. Holmes, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license for 500 Sixth Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-21-09: That the change of agent for Park 6, Thomas J. Holmes, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license for 500 Sixth Street be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4197 A (NEW) Application of Max's Magic Supermarket, LLC, Balwinder Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (NEW) Application of Max's Magic Supermarket, Balwinder Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing on 9-21-09: That the application for a Class"A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue be granted with the following stipulations: No individual cans or bottles be sold, Windows be cleared of signage per current building code requirements, and No advertisement of alochol beverages be present on the exterior walls or in the windows of the business. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4012 A Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District, on behalf of residents in the 800 and 900 blocks of Jackson Street, requesting signage be placed on that street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District, on behalf of residents in the 800 and 900 blocks of Jackson Street, requesting signage be placed on that street. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4082 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of RAMAC, asking the City of Racine to improve the safety of the intersection of 5th Street and Wisconsin Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of RAMAC, asking the City of Racine to improve the safety of the intersection of 5th Street and Wisconsin Avenue. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4148 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering, on behalf of the Alderman of the 4th District, requesting the removal of school signs near the former San Juan Diego Middle School (1101 Douglas Ave).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering, on behalf of the Alderman of the 4th District, requesting the removal of school signs near the former San Juan Diego Middle School (1101 Douglas Ave). Recommendation: The request to remove "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on any school day except for school buses" at 1101 Douglas Avenue be approved. Fiscal Note: There is a nominal cost to remove these signs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3237 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District wishing to discuss the reimbursement of DART fees from nursing homes.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District wishing to discuss the reimbursement of DART fees from nursing homes. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 2-25-09: Deferred Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 3-25-09: Deferred Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 4-29-09: Deferred Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 5-27-09: Deferred Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 6-17-09: Deferred Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 7-29-09: Deferred Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 9-30-09: Approve a $15.00 per ticket convenience fee in addition to the $2.50 fare per trip, effective November 1, 2009. Fiscal Note: This change will generate additional revenue for the BUS to offset costs of the services.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3974 A Present the 2007 and 2008 Financial Statements of the City of Racine Transist System.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to discuss the 2007 and 2008 Financial Statements of the City of Racine Transit System. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4215 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director of PTMR, on behalf of SEWRPC staff, requesting the use of the Transit Center on October 27, 2009 from 4:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. for a public hearing presenting the initial recommendations of the RacCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director of PTMR, on behalf of SEWRPC staff, requesting the use of the Transit Center on October 27, 2009 from 4:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. for a public hearing presenting the initial recommendations of the Racine County Transit Development Plan Advisory Committee. (Res.09-1645) Recommendation: Approve the use of the Transit Center by the Racine County Transit Development Plan Advisory Committee for a public hearing on October 27, 2009 subject to a Hold Harmless Agreement and liability insurance requirements. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4246 A Res.09-1602CommunicationSubject: (Res.09-1602) A resolution to vacate Northwestern Court from Northwestern Avenue to its terminus. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 9-30-09: That the vacation of Northwestern Court from Northwestern Avenue to its terminus is not inconsistent with city plans and programs. Further, that Resolution 09-1602 be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4067 A State Street Corridor Redevelopment PlanCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Proposal to amend the Redevelopment Plan for State Street Corridor Redevelopment Area Number 4. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 9-2-09: That the Council approve the boundary amendment as proposed for State Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan Number 4. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4071 A Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for Façade GrantCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development for funding from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund to continue the Commercial Façade Grant Program. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 9-2-09: That the Council approve $100,000 in additional funding for the Commercial Façade Grant Program from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4190 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to discuss labor negotiation strategy with the Committee of the Whole.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to discuss labor negotiation strategy with the Committee of the Whole. Recommended: that the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4241 A Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Reappoint Alderman Ron Hart for a one year term for both WaterWorks Commission and Wastewater Commission expiring October1, 2010 Reappoint Alderman Jim Spangenberg for a one year term for both WaterWorks and wastewater Commission expiring october 1,2010 Reappoint John Engel, 1144 N. Osborne Blvd Racine 53405 for a four year term for both Waterworks and wastewater Commissions expiring October 1,2013. Reappoint Kathleen DeMatthew, 2908 Chatham Street Racine 53402 for a four year term for both waterworks and wastewater Commission expiring October 1,2013. Appoint John Dexter, 3417 Douglas Avenue 53402 to the Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District Board to fill the current vacany with a term ending 12/31/09Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4171 A Finance Committee O&M/CIP Report SubmittalCommunicationSubject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Waterworks Commission Regarding Year 2010 Water Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2010-2014 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption (Res.09-1691) Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission of 9-29-09: To adopt. Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: To adopt and refer to the Committee of the Whole. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11-11-2009: the 2010 Water Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2010-2014 Capital Improvements Budget be approved. Fiscal Note: copies of the 2010 Water Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2010-2014 Capital Improvements Budget, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4172 A R. W. Baird Presentation - 2010 CIP BorrowingCommunicationSubject: Presentation from R. W. Baird on the Status of 2010 Capital Borrowing for the Water Utility (Res.09-1716) Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission of 9-29-09: To adopt the use of the Traditional Tax-Exempt Borrowing plan. Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: Recommends approval for the Waterworks Commission to obtain Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue Bonds to cover Capital Expenditures for the Water Utility. Fiscal Note: The principal amount should not exceed $3,500,000 with an anticipated interest rate of approximately 5.17%. Final amounts and rates will be determined in the market place.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4229 A Ord. No. 19-09CommunicationSubject: Adoption of Ordinance No. 19-09 Referring to Amending Secs. 98-33(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin Relating to Waterworks Commission by Adding the Following Phrase After the Word "Mayor", in the Second Sentence: "or, in the Mayor's Absence, the City Administrator," . . . Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 9-28-09: To adopt Ordinance No. 19-09Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4164 A Submission of O&M and CIP Proposed BudgetsCommunicationSubject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission Regarding year 2010 Wastewater Utility Operation and Maintenance Budget and the 2010-2014 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption (Res.09-1690) Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission of 9-29-09: To adopt. Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: To adopt and refer to the Committee of the Whole. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11-11-2009: the 2010 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2010-2014 Capital Improvements Budget be approved. Fiscal Note: copies of the 2010 Water Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2010-2014 Capital Improvements Budget, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4175 A Melvin Avenue Historic District GrantCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting permission to apply for a Certified Local Government Historic Preservation Subgrant from the Wisconsin Historic Society to help fund the preparation of a National Register Nomination for the proposed Melvin Avenue Residential Historic District. (Res.09-1643) Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 9-14-09: That the request be granted. Fiscal Note: No local match required. Grant Control # 2009-061Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1614 A Permission granted to accept the amended contract agreement with Wisconsin Division of Public Health to accept additional funding for WIC ProgramResolutionPermission granted to accept the amended contract agreement with Wisconsin Division of Public Health to accept additional funding for WIC Program Resolved, that permission be granted for the Interim Public Health Administrator to amend the contract agreement with the Wisconsin Division of Public Health, (Grant Control No. 2006-049) Department of Health Services to accept $20,000 additional funding to be utilized for the Women, Infants and Children Program during the period of January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1615 A Permission granted for Interim Public Health Administrator to apply for a grant from Water Environment Research FoundationResolutionPermission granted for Interim Public Health Administrator to apply for a grant from Water Environment Research Foundation Resolved, that permission be granted for the Interim Public Health Administrator to apply for a grant from the Water Environment Research Foundation, (Grant Control No. 2009-047) in the amount up to $300,000. The grant period is February 1, 2010 through January 31, 2011. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1616 A Permission granted for Assistant Commissioner of Public Works to apply for a Focus on Energy Implementation Grant to replace metal halide lighting at Racine Public LibraryResolutionPermission granted for Assistant Commissioner of Public Works to apply for a Focus on Energy Implementation Grant to replace metal halide lighting at Racine Public Library Resolved, that permission be granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations to apply for a Focus on Energy Implementation Grant, Project/Grant #17642/7766, (Grant Control No. 2009-058) in the amount of $233 to be utilized to replace metal halide lighting with LED lighting at the Racine Public Library. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1617 A Permission granted to Police Chief to apply for and accept a Wisconsin DOT 2010 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization GrantResolutionPermission granted to Police Chief to apply for and accept a Wisconsin DOT 2010 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $30,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-050) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft mach of $7,500 on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1618 A Permission granted to Police Chief to apply for and accept a Wisconsin DOT 2010 Speed Enforcement Mobilization GrantResolutionPermission granted to Police Chief to apply for and accept a Wisconsin DOT 2010 Speed Enforcement Mobilization Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $25,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Speed Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-051) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft mach of $6,250 on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1619 A Permission granted to Police Chief to apply for and accept a Wisconsin DOT 2010 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement GrantResolutionPermission granted to Police Chief to apply for and accept a Wisconsin DOT 2010 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $4,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-052) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft mach of $1,000 on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1620 A Permission granted to Police Chief to apply for and accept a Wisconsin DOT 2010 Bicycle Safety GrantResolutionPermission granted to Police Chief to apply for and accept a Wisconsin DOT 2010 Bicycle Safety Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept a $4,000 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2010 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-053) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft mach of $1,000 on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1621 A 2010 Operating Plan for Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District No. 4 be approvedResolution2010 Operating Plan for Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District No. 4 be approved Resolved, that the 2010 Operating Plan for Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District No. 4 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 $68,855.85 will be raised through BID assessments to be placed into the Douglas Avenue revenue account.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1622 A Permission granted for Director of City Development to apply for Hazardous Waste and Petroleum Site Assessment Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyResolutionPermission granted for Director of City Development to apply for Hazardous Waste and Petroleum Site Assessment Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a Hazardous Waste and Petroleum Site Assessment Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-059) in the amount of $400,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1623 A Permission granted for Director of City Development to apply for Brownsfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyResolutionPermission granted for Director of City Development to apply for Brownsfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a Brownsfields Revolving Loan Fund Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-50) in the amount up to $800,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Fiscal Note: A 20% cost share is required in money or in kind serviceAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1624 A Permission granted for Grants Facilitator to apply for Project Safe Neighborhood 2009 Grant through Wisconsin Office of Justice for the Community Re-Entry ProgramResolutionPermission granted for Grants Facilitator to apply for Project Safe Neighborhood 2009 Grant through Wisconsin Office of Justice for the Community Re-Entry Program Resolved, that permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the Project Safe Neighborhood 2009 Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-055) in the amount of $15,000 through the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance to be utilized for the Community Re-Entry Program. Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1625 A Permission for Grants Facilitator to apply for Pathways Out of Poverty Program, 2009 Recovery Grant through the Department of Labor for the Green Collar Job Training ProgramResolutionPermission for Grants Facilitator to apply for Pathways Out of Poverty Program, 2009 Recovery Grant through the Department of Labor for the Green Collar Job Training Program Resolved, that permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the Pathways Out of Poverty Program, 2009 Recovery Grant (Grant Control No. 2008-057) in the amount up to $4,000,000 through the Department of Labor to be utilized for the Green Collar Job Training Program. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1627 A Formal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with H K Sports Fields for renovation of Humble Park Northwest baseball diamondResolutionFormal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with H K Sports Fields for renovation of Humble Park Northwest baseball diamond Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with H K Sports Fields for the renovation of Humble Park Northwest baseball diamond. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in CIP 989-710-5030 to renovate Humble Park Northwest Baseball Diamond.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1628 A Mayor and City Clerk enter into agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to prepare plans and specifications for a canoe launch at Island ParkResolutionMayor and City Clerk enter into agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to prepare plans and specifications for a canoe launch at Island Park Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare plans and specifications for a canoe launch at Island Park. Fiscal Note: Funds will be available in Account No. 101-170-5610, Professional Services, (mostly grants).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1629 A Preliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and DamagesResolutionPreliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and Damages RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin: 1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under §. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s): All property fronting upon both sides: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Alden Court from Lathrop Avenue to cul-de-sac Biscayne Avenue from Sovereign Drive to Southwood Drive Blaine Avenue from Durand Avenue to Pierce Boulevard Chatham Street from Barker Street to Kewaunee Street Chatham Street from William Street to Melvin Avenue Emstan Hills Road from Victorian Drive to dead end Emstan Hills Road from Oakwood Drive to Monarch Drive Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue Franklin Street from Thirteenth Street to Twelfth Street Franklin Street from Eighteenth Street to Seventeenth Street Harrington Drive from N. Osborne Boulevard to Vista Drive Liberty StrAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1630 A Resolution No. 08-0839 be rescindedResolutionResolution No. 08-0839 be rescinded Resolved, that Resolution No. 08-0839 of June 3, 2008, regarding Adams Outdoor Advertising, be rescinded. Fiscal Note: N.AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1631 A Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation and Structure Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Racine, be awarded to Dirty Ducts CleaningResolutionContract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation and Structure Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Racine, be awarded to Dirty Ducts Cleaning Resolved, that Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation and Structure Repair-North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, be awarded to Dirty Ducts Cleaning, Environmental and Insulation, Madison, WI, at its bid price of $46,654.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 287.989.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Various Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1632 A Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights, CDBG-R, be awarded to Ruud Lighting, Inc.ResolutionContract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights, CDBG-R, be awarded to Ruud Lighting, Inc. Resolved, that Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights, CDBG-R, be awarded to Ruud Lighting, Inc.., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $227,981.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from 2009 CDBG-R funds. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1633 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM for Recycling fee On-Call ServicesResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM for Recycling fee On-Call Services Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Recycling fee On-Call Services, at a price not-to-exceed $25,000.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 289.000.5610, Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1634 A Approval of Amendment No. 2 to Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18, AECOM Technical ServicesResolutionApproval of Amendment No. 2 to Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18, AECOM Technical Services Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 to Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18, AECOM Technical Services, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $1,683.26. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 287.989.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Miscellaneous Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1635 A Professional services provided by AECOM under Contract 57-08 (K8-067), be approved and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional services provided by AECOM under Contract 57-08 (K8-067), be approved and final payment authorized Resolved, that the professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc. under Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Services for Sanitary Sewer Lining Basins RR17 & RR18, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $54,463.26. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-1136, dated December 2, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1636 A Work done by AZAR, LLC under Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Construction, Phase I, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by AZAR, LLC under Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Construction, Phase I, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by AZAR, LLC under Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Construction, Phase I, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $148,476.54. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1314, dated April 8, 2009.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1637 A Work done by The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC under Contract 34-09 (K6-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, be approved and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC under Contract 34-09 (K6-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, be approved and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC, under Contract 34-09 (K6-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $46,569.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1406, dated May 19, 2009.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1638 A Approval of Amendment No. 1 to Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, LtdResolutionApproval of Amendment No. 1 to Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 13-09 (K9-013), Professional Services - Library Renovation Design Services, Architectural Associates, Ltd., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $25,620.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 255.699.5020, Library-Remodel 2nd Floor. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1639 A Approval of Amendment No. 1 to Contract 41-09 (K9-042), Professional Services - WisDOT Economic Recovery Stage 2 Applications, Nielsen Madsen & BarberResolutionApproval of Amendment No. 1 to Contract 41-09 (K9-042), Professional Services - WisDOT Economic Recovery Stage 2 Applications, Nielsen Madsen & Barber Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 41-09 (K9-042), Professional Services - WisDOT Economic Recovery Stage 2 Applications, Nielsen, Madsen & Barber, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,926.87. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.590.5610, Professional Services-Street Lighting. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1640 A Approval of Change Order No. 1 to Contract 23-09 (K9-024), Basin 17 & 18 Sewer Improvements, Woodland Hills ContractorsResolutionApproval of Change Order No. 1 to Contract 23-09 (K9-024), Basin 17 & 18 Sewer Improvements, Woodland Hills Contractors Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 23-09 (K9-024), Basin 17 & 18 Sewer Improvements, Woodland Hills Contractors, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of $10,993.35. Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease in contract price.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1641 A Approval of Change Order No. 1 to Contract 24-09 (K9-025), Curb and Gutter Repair, Stark AsphaltResolutionApproval of Change Order No. 1 to Contract 24-09 (K9-025), Curb and Gutter Repair, Stark Asphalt Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 24-09 (K9-025), Curb and Gutter Repair, Stark Asphalt, contractor, be approved in the amount of $24,410.47. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 2,000.00 - Account 988.908.5510, New Sidewalks $ 1,867.81 - Account 989.908.5510, New Sidewalks $ 2,712.00 - Account 989.908.5530, Crosswalk Ramps $ 4,607.66 - Account 989.908.5320, Replacement Curb & Gutter $13,223.00 - Account 989.908.5310, New Curb & Gutter $24,410.47 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1642 A Approval of Amendment No. 1 on three-party contract with State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Bonestroo, State Street, N. Memorial Drive and LaSalle StreetResolutionApproval of Amendment No. 1 on three-party contract with State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Bonestroo, State Street, N. Memorial Drive and LaSalle Street Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 on the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Bonestroo, State Contract ID: 2290-12-00, State Street, N. Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street, be approved in the amount of $16,613.23, with the City's share being $3,322.65. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.908.5040, State Street-N. Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1643 A Permission for Director of City Development to apply for a Certified Local Government Historic Preservation Subgrant from Wisconsin Historical SocietyResolutionPermission for Director of City Development to apply for a Certified Local Government Historic Preservation Subgrant from Wisconsin Historical Society Resolved, that permission be granted to the Director of City Development to apply for a Certified Local Government Historic Preservation Subgrant (Grant Control No. 2009-061) from the Wisconsin Historic Society to help fund the preparation of a National Register Nomination for the proposed Melvin Avenue Residential Historic District. Fiscal Note: No local match required. Grant Control #2009-061.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1645 A Permission granted to Racine County Transit Development Plan Advisory Committee to use Transit Center for a public hearing on October 27, 2009, subject to execution of a Hold Harmless AgreementResolutionPermission granted to Racine County Transit Development Plan Advisory Committee to use Transit Center for a public hearing on October 27, 2009, subject to execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement Resolved, that permission be granted for the use of the Transit Center by the Racine County Transit Development Plan Advisory Committee for a public hearing on October 27, 2009 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. subject to the execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement and liability insurance requirements. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1626 A Approval of Collective Bargaining AgreementsResolutionApproval of Collective Bargaining Agreements Resolved, that the Collective Bargaining Agreements for the following units be approved: Racine Professional Employees Association Local 67 - DPW/Parks Unit Local 67 - City Hall Clericals Unit Local 67 - Police Department Clericals Unit Local 321 - Firefighters Fire Department Staff Officers Association Local 1199 - Health Department Professionals Local 430 - Electricians Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available to cover the terms of the contracts.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1644 A For the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin to register its objection regarding proposed rate increases to the Public Service CommissionResolutionFor the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin to register its objection regarding proposed rate increases to the Public Service Commission Whereas, energy usage is a necessity for modern life, being required for the heating and lighting of houses, heating of water, and cooking of food; and Whereas, the costs for energy usage are a significant expense for individuals, corporations and municipalities; and Whereas, due to its position as a provider of a necessary service that charges costs that can significantly impact local economies, the State government allows limited, regional energy monopolies, subject to regulation by the Public Service Commission (PSC); and Whereas, WE Energies has requested of the PSC a rate increase of 7.4% to cover decreased revenue due to decreased consumer usage of WE Energy services; and Whereas, decreased usage of WE Energy services is directly related to the depressed state of the national economy, as indicated in part by the State of Wisconsin’s unemployment rate being its highest level in the last 25 years; and Whereas, respoAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.20-09 A Ordinance No. 20-09 To amend Sec. 6-97(4) and create Sec. 6-97 (7) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Retail “Class A” intoxicating liquor licenses.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 20-09 To amend Sec. 6-97(4) and create Sec. 6-97 (7) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Retail “Class A” intoxicating liquor licenses. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 6-97(4) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the last sentence in the paragraph: “Existing non-conforming licenses are grandfathered in the event of future sales of any such establishment(s).” Part 2: Sec. 6-97(7) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows: “(7) Exemptions. When an establishment with a valid “Class A” or Class “A” license as of June 30, 2009 is thereafter sold, the subsequent buyer shall not be subject to either the quota or geographic restrictions set forth in this ordinance when applying for a new license. New licenses may be granted in such instances, contingent upon surrender of the existing license by the seller and upon the buyer’s meeting all other requirements established by the City. An establishment whosReferred  Action details Not available