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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/5/2007 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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07-0658 A claim of Joel & Pamela DurfeyClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Joel Durfey and Pamela Durfey for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-11-07: The claim of Joel and Pamela Durfey, 3718 Kinzie Ave, be settled in the amount of $16,877.60, for a broken wye connection. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910 Judgement and Claims.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0659 A claim of Pedro JonesClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Pedro Jones for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The claim of Pedro Jones, 2701 Rapids Drive, requesting a $50,000.00 reimbursement arising out of his slip and fall in the parking lot at Humble Park on January 23, 2006, be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0661 A claim of Timothy HartClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Timothy Hart for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The claim of Timothy Hart, 2017 Deane Blvd, be settled in the amount of $12,913.87, for a broken wye connection. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgement and Claims for payment.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0665 A Root-Pike WatershedCommunicationSubject: A communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network. (Grant Control #2007-005) (Also refer to the Board of Health.) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network (Grant Control #2007-005) in the amount of $7,236 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 06-12-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network in the amount of $7,236 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement. Fiscal Note: $7,236 Grant; soft match of $5,045.20 covered by the City. Soft match will be fulfilled by $3,700 worth of existing equipment, 15 staff hours and $790.20 in existing grants.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0665 A Root-Pike WatershedCommunicationSubject: A communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network. (Grant Control #2007-005) (Also refer to the Board of Health.) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network (Grant Control #2007-005) in the amount of $7,236 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 06-12-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network in the amount of $7,236 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement. Fiscal Note: $7,236 Grant; soft match of $5,045.20 covered by the City. Soft match will be fulfilled by $3,700 worth of existing equipment, 15 staff hours and $790.20 in existing grants.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0687 A Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. D.O.J. COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Grant (Grant Control #2007-031).CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 grant (Grant Control #2007-031). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Police Chief Wahlen to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-031), in the amount of $1,000,000. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-031), in the amount of $1,000,000. Fiscal Note: Total project costs of $2,000,000. 50% hard match to be funded by the Racine Unfied School District.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0687 A Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. D.O.J. COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Grant (Grant Control #2007-031).CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 grant (Grant Control #2007-031). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Police Chief Wahlen to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-031), in the amount of $1,000,000. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-031), in the amount of $1,000,000. Fiscal Note: Total project costs of $2,000,000. 50% hard match to be funded by the Racine Unfied School District.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0688 A Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant (Grant Control # 2007-032). (Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant (Grant Control # 2007-032). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Chief Wahlen to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant. (Grant Control #207-032) in an amount not to exceed $250,000. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-032) in an amount not to exceed $250,000. Fiscal Note: 25% hard match to be funded by Federal Asset Forfieture Funds (Fund 241) in an amount not to exceed $62,500.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0688 A Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant (Grant Control # 2007-032). (Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant (Grant Control # 2007-032). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Chief Wahlen to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant. (Grant Control #207-032) in an amount not to exceed $250,000. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-032) in an amount not to exceed $250,000. Fiscal Note: 25% hard match to be funded by Federal Asset Forfieture Funds (Fund 241) in an amount not to exceed $62,500.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0689 A Communication from Police Chief Wahlen to apply for, and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding (Grant Control # 2007-033). (Also refer to PubCommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen to apply for, and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding (Grant Control # 2007-033). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Chief Wahlen to apply for and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2007-033) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2007-033) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement. Fiscal Note: No match is required.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0689 A Communication from Police Chief Wahlen to apply for, and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding (Grant Control # 2007-033). (Also refer to PubCommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen to apply for, and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding (Grant Control # 2007-033). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Chief Wahlen to apply for and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2007-033) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2007-033) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement. Fiscal Note: No match is required.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0691 A Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control # 2006-056). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control # 2007-056). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: That Police Chief Wahlen apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control #2007-056) in the amount of $150,000. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Police Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control #2007-056) in the amount of $150,000. Fiscal Note: $150,000 Grant; 10% hard match to be funded.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0691 A Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control # 2006-056). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control # 2007-056). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: That Police Chief Wahlen apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control #2007-056) in the amount of $150,000. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Police Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control #2007-056) in the amount of $150,000. Fiscal Note: $150,000 Grant; 10% hard match to be funded.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0697 A claim of Rachel SanchezClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Rachel Sanchez for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The claim of Rachel Sanchez, 1915 Slauson Ave, be settled in the amount of $8,628.21 for a broken wye connection. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgement and Claims for payment.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0706 A Fire Chief Requests Permission to Waive Formal Bidding and Authorize Purchasing Agent to Negotiate Lease with Phillips for ALS Monitors and DefibrillatorsCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to waive formal bidding and authorize the Purchasing Agent to negotiate and reach an agreement with Philips Medical Systems on the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors, and 10 Philips FRx Automated External Defibrillators for the Fire Department. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: That formal bidding be waived for the purchase of 10 Philips FRx Automated Exernal Defibrillators for the Fire Department; and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and enter into a contract with Philips Medical Systems for the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: The Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and enter into a contract with Philips Medical Systems for the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors, and 10 Philips FRx Automated External Defibrillators for the Fire Department. Fiscal Note: $25,000 (Life Support monReferred  Action details Not available
07-0706 A Fire Chief Requests Permission to Waive Formal Bidding and Authorize Purchasing Agent to Negotiate Lease with Phillips for ALS Monitors and DefibrillatorsCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to waive formal bidding and authorize the Purchasing Agent to negotiate and reach an agreement with Philips Medical Systems on the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors, and 10 Philips FRx Automated External Defibrillators for the Fire Department. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: That formal bidding be waived for the purchase of 10 Philips FRx Automated Exernal Defibrillators for the Fire Department; and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and enter into a contract with Philips Medical Systems for the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: The Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and enter into a contract with Philips Medical Systems for the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors, and 10 Philips FRx Automated External Defibrillators for the Fire Department. Fiscal Note: $25,000 (Life Support monReferred  Action details Not available
07-0707 A Phase I of Heating and Ventilating System Upgrade at Station 8CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to discuss and proceed with Phase I of the Heating and Ventilating System upgrade to Fire Station 8. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Johnson Controls for Phase I of the heating and ventilating upgrade at Station #8. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Purchasing Agent be granted permission to enter into a contract with Johnson Controls for Phase I of the heating and ventilating upgrade at Station #8. Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Account 987.300.5010.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0709 A Judgment & Claims fundingCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the Judgment & Claims Account, #101.990.5910. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for the Finance Department to transfer $100,000 from Contingency (101.990.5970) to cover Judgment & Claims expenditures for the remainder of 2007. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 101.990.5970.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0628 A Install new sidewalk at 2908 Indiana St.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer recommending that new sidewalk be installed at 2908 Indiana Street and the costs charged to the abutting property owner in accordance with City policy. Recommendation: That consideration be given to the construction of a sidewalk at 2908 Indiana Street and that a preliminary resolution be introduced. Fiscal Note: The cost of this sidewalk would be assessed to the abutting property owner.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0656 A West Racine Business and Professional Association request to use public right-of-way for the Western Day parade on Saturday, July 21, 2007.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the West Racine Business and Professional Association requesting permission to use public right-of-way for the Western Days parade on Saturday, July 21, 2007. Recommendation: That permission be granted to the West Racine Business and Professional Association to close the following streets: Washington Avenue (STH "20") between West Lawn Avenue and West Boulevard on Saturday, July 21, 2007, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the annual Western Day Parade, and Hayes Avenue, from Washington Avenue south to Infusino's driveway, for stationing the Stage on Wheels during Western Day, to be held Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, July 19, 20 and 21, 2007. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to the 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 $550.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0674 A River Bend Lofts, LLC purchase of air space rightsCommunicationSubject: Request from River Bend Lofts, LLC to acquire the air space property interest in the space over the Racine Street right-of-way, pursuant to Wis. Stat. 66.0915(4). This request is for rights above and beyond those approved under Resolution 06-7197. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Air Space Easement Agreement with River Bend Lofts LLC for the construction and placement of balconies above the public right-of-way on Racine Street between 6th Street and 8th Street, as requested, in accordance with State Statute 66.0915(4), Air Rights. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0684 A Request to close streets for the Senor de Tlacolula Celebration procession.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Event Chairperson for the Senor de Tlacolula Celebration requesting permission to close city right-of-way on Saturday, September 8, 2007, for a procession. Recommendation: That Cristo Rey Parish be granted permission to close Festival Park Drive from 5th Street to 6th Street, Sam Johnson Parkway from Festival Park Drive to Lake Avenue, and Lake Avenue from 6th Street to 5th Street, on Saturday, September 8, 2007, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., for the Senor de Tlacolula Celebration procession. 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 pay a $400.00 special event fee. 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 dReferred  Action details Not available
07-0700 A Reorganization of DPW Facility Management Division.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee regarding a minor reorganization within the Department of Public Works, Facility Management Division. Recommendation: That the reorganization plan for the Department of Public Works, Facility Management Division, be approved in concept and referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: Permission granted for the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer to: 1.) eliminate two long-seasonal employee positions and one student position for the 2008 year; 2.) shift the responsibility for maintaining the field operation facility to the Facility Manager, 3.) shift supervisory responsibility for the current Building Maintenance Worker HU-9 from the Equipment Maintenance Manager to the Building Complex Facility Manager, and 4.) to create a Building Maintenance Supervisor position at a NR-11 level with salary midpoint of $53,658. Fiscal Note: This reorganization will have no impact Referred  Action details Not available
07-0701 A PECFA reimbursement check for Contract 33-99 (K9-039), 1415 Hampden Place - Environmental Assessment Work.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a PECFA reimbursement check from the State of Wisconsin, Department of Commerce, on Contract 33-99 (K9-039), 1415 Hampden Place - Environmental Assessment Work. Recommendation: The check in the amount of $23,263.11 as submitted by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce for reimbursement of a PECFA claim for 1415 Hampden Place be accepted and the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: These funds are a partial reimbursement of the City's cost to remediate this site.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0705 A Communication requesting purchase of city propertyCommunicationSubject: Communication from Sean Dunk, 1436 Summit Avenue, requesting interest in purchasing adjoining property owned by the City of Racine. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-07: Defer Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-13-07: That the communication be received and filed because the property is public right-of-way and not a sellable parcel, and that Mr. Dunk request the vacation of the public right-of-way instead. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-26-07: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0705 A Communication requesting purchase of city propertyCommunicationSubject: Communication from Sean Dunk, 1436 Summit Avenue, requesting interest in purchasing adjoining property owned by the City of Racine. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-07: Defer Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-13-07: That the communication be received and filed because the property is public right-of-way and not a sellable parcel, and that Mr. Dunk request the vacation of the public right-of-way instead. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-26-07: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0622 A Renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:Referred  Action details Not available
07-0623 A Renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:Referred  Action details Not available
07-0624 A Rrenewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:Referred  Action details Not available
07-0625 A Renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008:Referred  Action details Not available
07-0626 A Renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008:Referred  Action details Not available
07-0627 A Renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License with Sidewalk Cafe for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License with Sidewalk Cafe for 2007-2008:Referred  Action details Not available
07-0630 A WHOLESALE License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for the WHOLESALE License for 2007-2008: Domanik Sales Company 2300 South Street Robert Domanik, AgentReferred  Action details Not available
07-0655 A Renewal application(s) for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 2007-2008:Referred  Action details Not available
07-0686 A Renewals for Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008: Public Golf Associates, LTD. 6200 Northwestern Avenue Scott A. Schuit, AgentReferred  Action details Not available
07-0692 A Chartroom "Charlie's", Donna Daams, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license for 209 Dodge Street. (4th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Chartroom "Charlie's", Donna Daams, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license for 209 Dodge Street. (4th District)Referred  Action details Not available
07-0708 A Communication from John Rooney, Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the recommendations from HNTB Corporation for the traffic control on the Sixth Street renovation.CommunicationSubject: Communication from John Rooney, Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the recommendations from HNTB Corporation for the traffic control on the Sixth Street renovation. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (6-18-07): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (10-15-07): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (11-29-07): Accept Option 4 Fiscal Note: The initial cost of the traffic signal installation will be paid for by WISDOT. The annual utility and maintenance costs are in the budget.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0699 A CDCBG for maintenance & disposition of former Southside Revitalization Corp. propertiesCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting an allocation of Community Development Block Grant funds for maintenance and disposition of the former Southside Revitalization Corporation properties. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: To allocate $47,000 from the Local Option Fund to the Department of City Development for expenses associated with acquiring the real estate assets of the Southside Revitalization Corporation. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0703 A Block Grant Funds acquisition & rehabilitation of properties in Uptown area.CommunicationSubject: Request for a grant of Local Option Block Grant funds for the acquisition and rehabilitation of commercial properties in the Uptown area. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: To allocate $120,000 from the Local Option Fund to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to acquire and rehabilitate 1526 Washington Avenue subject to the participation of the Racine Development Group and the City of Racine in the project. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0704 A Block Grant funds for the marketing of an Artist Relocation ProgramCommunicationSubject: Request for a grant of Local Option Block Grant funds for the marketing of an Artist Relocation Program. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: To allocate $50,000 from the Local Option Fund to the Racine County Economic Development Corporation for marketing the artist relocation program. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0685 A West Racine usage of 3100 block Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Request of The West Racine Business and Professional Association for use of the redevelopment property on the 3100 block of Washington Avenue for their Western Days. Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 6-22-07: That the request of the West Racine Business and Professional Association for the use of the Authority’s property at 3124 Washington Avenue on July 21, 2007, for activities as part of the Association’s Western Days event, be granted subject to the following conditions: a. All costs associated with the temporary use of the property are borne by the West Racine Business and Professional Association. b. The Association remove any displays, remove and properly dispose of any accumulated trash, and restore the property to its prior condition within 24 hours of the conclusion of the event. c. The Association extend its liability insurance to cover the area and name the City of Racine and the Redevelopment Authority as additional insured, and agree to hold the City and the Authority harmless. Further recommends that the Chairman and Executive Director ofReferred  Action details Not available
07-0439 A Funds to repair the Solid Waste Garage which was damaged in a traffic accident.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to appropriate funds to repair the Solid Waste Garage which was damaged in a traffic accident. Recommendation: The bid for the repair of the damage to the Solid Waste Garage caused by an uninsured motorist be awarded to Rossi Construction Co., Inc., Racine, WI, at their price of $10,559.00. Further recommend that since this was an unanticipated accident and funding was not provided, that this item be referred to the Finance Committee for funding. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: $10,559 be transferred from Account 101.990.5970, Contingency to Account 101.410.5670 Solid Waste Garage Repairs & Maintenance. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0533 A Amendment No. 1 to the Janitorial Service Contract.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to the Janitorial Service Contract. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-8-07 : The City of Racine adopt and implement the Green Seal Environmental Standards GS-37 and GS-42 for all departmental purchases and contractual services including private firms managing city facilities. Further recommends that Amendment No. 1 to the janitorial services contract for the Building Complex Division be approved in the amount of $8,250.00. Further recommends that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee to appropriate the necessary funding. Fiscal Note: The Green Seal Standard provides specifications for the provision of janitorial cleaning products which meet minimum environmental requirements. There are insufficient funds in the existing 2007 budget for the implementation of this standard for the Building Complex Division. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: That the beginning of 2008 and/or when each contrApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0549 A Discuss the 2006 Personal Property Tax at 406 Main Street, Tax Account No. P00097097CommunicationSubject: Communication from Barbara Fitzgerald requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee wishing to discuss her 2006 Personal Property Tax at 406 Main Street, Tax Account No. P00097097. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: Permission granted for a settlement payment of $200 for the 2006 Personal Property Tax at 406 Main Street, Tax Account No. P00097097. $236.36 be written off against account 101.990.5930 Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes Cancelled and any remaining interests and penalties be waived. Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available in account 101.990.5930 Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes Cancelled.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0561 A Stewardship Program grant to extend Lake Michigan pathway in the Pointe Blue area.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to apply for a Stewardship Program Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2007-026) for the extension of the Lake Michigan Pathway in the Pointe Blue area. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: Permission granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a $200,000 Stewardship Program Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2007-026) to be utilized for the extension of the Lake Michigan Pathway in the Pointe Blue area. Fiscal Note: A 50% hard match is required that will be paid by the Pointe Blue developer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0570 A Request of Narcotics Anonymous for the use of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center and Tyler-Domer Community Center at a reduced rate for two upcoming events.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Narcotics Anonymous group requesting to utilize the Martin Luther King, Jr. and Tyler-Domer Community Centers at a reduced rate for two upcoming events. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: Permission granted for the Narcotics Anonymous group allowed to utilize the Martin Luther King Jr. and Tyler-Domer Community Centers at $65 per day per event. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0583 A Printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: Racine Journal Times be awarded the bid to publish the Common Council Proceedings and all legal notices for the period of June 1, 2007 through May 31, 2008, they being the only bidder. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.010.5520, City Council Proceedings.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0632 A Transfer of funds to cover the cost of the professional services rendered in the recruitment of a City Administrator.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to discuss a transfer of funds to cover the cost of the professional services rendered in the recruitment of a City Administrator. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: $14,500 be transferred from account 101.020.5010, City Administrator Salaries to account 101.020.5610, City Administration Professional Services to be utilized for the cost of professional services rendered in the recruitment of a City Administration. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2167 A Vacation of Reichert Court.CommunicationSubject: Vacation of Reichert Court. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 05-29-2007: Since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued: Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to its eastern most terminus. Further recommends that a preliminary resolution be introduced to the Common Council and referred to the City Plan Commission. Fiscal Note: Not applicable. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 05-30-2007: That since the public interest requires it and since the proposed vacation is consistent with adopted city plans and programs, that the following public way, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued: Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to the eastern terminus of Reichert Court. Further recommends that a resolution be introduced and a public hearing be scheduled pursuant to sec. 66.1003 (4)(b), Wis. Stats. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0499 A Pave Hillcrest Circle and Oakdale Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer recommending that Hillcrest Circle from Wright Avenue to the dead end and Oakdale Avenue from Wright Avenue to Athens Avenue be paved and the costs charged to the abutting property owners. Recommendation: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of Hillcrest Circle from Wright Avenue to the dead end and Oakdale Avenue from Wright Avenue to Athens Avenue. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Approval of the preliminary resolution only authorizes the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer to conduct a public hearing.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0581 A Amendment No. 1 on Contract 30-06 (K6-031), Professional Services - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 on Contract 30-06 (K6-031), Professional Services - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. Recommendation: Amendment No. 1 on Contract 30-06 (K6-031), Professional Services - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted , be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $8012.00. Further recommends that funding for this amendment are available in accounts: $4006.00 - Account 987.907.5330, Sanitary Sewer Const. - 6th Street. $4006.00 - Racine Water Utility. $8012.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0586 A Remove sidewalk corner of N. Wisconsin St and Erie Street .CommunicationSubject: Communication from James W. Crain, 500 Wolff Street, requesting to remove northeast corner of Wolff Street and Erie Street section of sidewalk. Recommendation: The property owner of 500 Wolff Street be granted permission to remove the sidewalk abutting their property along North Wisconsin Street. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0602 A Harborfest request to close city streets.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Harbor Fest, Inc. requesting to close city right-of-way on June 21, 2007 through June 24, 2007 for Harbor Fest. Recommendation: That Harbor Fest, Inc. be granted permission to close Festival Park Drive between 5th Street and 6th Street, and 5th Street between Festival Park Drive and Lake Avenue, for Harbor Fest from 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 21, 2007 thru 8:00 a.m. on Monday, June 25, 2007, in accordance with their request. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. hold harmless agreement be executed. B. 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 $300.00 special event fee. 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 Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0634 A St. Catherine's High School request to place planet posters along the Lake Michigan Pathway by Pershing Drive.CommunicationSubject: Communication from St. Catherine's High School to place planet posters along the Lake Michigan Pathway by Pershing Drive.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0635 A Department of Corrections lease.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting the request of the Wisconsin Department of Administration to renew the lease of space of at 800 Center Street for the Department of Corrections from January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2012. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to renew the lease agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Administration for the Department of Corrections for 5,894 square feet at the City Hall Annex, for the time period of January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2012. The rental rate for 2008 will be $76,150.48 and will increase in accordance with the consumer price index. Fiscal Note: This lease will generate a total revenue of $404,293.24.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0653 A Proposal from Earth Tech for construction management services for the sewer lining contract.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal from Earth Tech, Inc., for Construction Management Services for the sewer lining contract. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech for Construction Management Services for the 2007 Sewer Lining in the not-to-exceed amount of $65,963.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these Construction Management Services are available in the following accounts: $26,226.89 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Locations $39,736.11 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Locations $65,963.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0670 A Change Order No. 2 to Contract 46-06 (K6-049), City Hall Data Center Improvements, Ricchio, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 2 to Contract 46-06 (K6-049), City Hall Data Center Improvements, Ricchio, Inc., contractor.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0671 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations - Phase I, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations - Phase I, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0672 A W.H. Pugh Oil Co. request to purchase land.CommunicationSubject: Item 16 of May 4, 1999, being a communication from a representative of the W.H. Pugh Oil Co. wishing to discuss the purchase of a portion of the Walker property located on the north side of Reichert Court.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0673 A Racine Area Veterans, Inc. wish to discuss the relocation of the Walker Manufacturing World War II Memorial Stone.CommunicationSubject: Item 14 of May 2, 2000, being a communication from the 1st Vice-President of Racine Area Veterans, Inc. wishing to discuss the relocation of the Walker Manufacturing World War II Memorial Stone from its present location on Michigan Boulevard.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0675 A Bids received on Contract 40-07 (K7-046), 2007 Sewer Lining.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bids received on Contract 40-07 (K7-046), 2007 Sewer Lining.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0508 A Request of the Committee for the appearance of Christopher G. Nikolaus, Jr., regarding his application for an Operator's (Bartender's) License.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Committee for the appearance of Christopher G. Nikolaus, Jr., regarding his application for an Operator's (Bartender's) License.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0528 A (New) Application of Robert J. Kohel, Agent, Russ's Tap, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License, for 2203 DeKoven Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Robert J. Kohel, Agent, Russ's Tap, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License, for 2203 DeKoven Avenue. (2nd District)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0541 A Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008: Mario Espinoza & Patricia Rodriguez 3700 Durand Avenue Mario Espinoza, Agent Shannon J. Curtin 100 Kewaunee St. PH Green Bay, LLC 5000 Washington Ave. Michael Marcinkus, AgentApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0557 A Applications for "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: George's Tavern of Racine, WI, Inc. 1201 N. Main St. David K. Popoff, Agent Fides F. Wagner-Richardson 1102 Mound Avenue Fides F. Wagner-Richardson, Agent 6200 West, Inc. 1012 Main Street Douglas E. Nicholson, Agent Redline Tavern Corp. 1200 N. Wisconsin Street Connie M. Nau, Agent Racine Labor Hall, Inc. 2100 Layard Avenue Richard K. Fought, Agent American Legion Post #546 1234 Douglas Ave. James Price, Agent Rojo's Pub, LLC 1317 Yout Street Joseph A. Vlasak, Ageng Yardarm Bar & Grill, LTD 920 Erie Street Laura Tomasek, Agent GMRI, Inc. 6000 Durand Avenue Jeffery Zimmerman, Agent Outbreak Billiards Inc. 1717 Douglas Avenue Marko Stanosevic, Agent Racine Art Museum Assoc., Inc. 441 Main Street Laura D'Amato David J. Russell 600 High StreetApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0559 A Applications for "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: Vishal Corporation 3015 Rapids Dr. Prabodh Gala, Agent Mitraj, Inc. 3711 Durand Ave. Radhhesyam Patel, Agent Phesal E. Ckadan 1812 Sixteenth StreetApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0563 A Application(s) Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008CommunicationSubject: The following application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008: Lee's Deli, Inc. 2615 Washington Ave. John P. Henes, AgentApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0567 A Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine License for Manuel Salinas, Agent, for 418 Sixth StreetCommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine License for Manuel Salinas, Agent, for 418 Sixth Street. (1st District)Referred  Action details Not available
07-0572 A (New) Application of Ray Town Enterprises, LLC, Zohaib Mir, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage LicenseCommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Ray Town Enterprises, LLC, Zohaib Mir, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2731 Durand Avenue. (10th District)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0582 A Secondhand Jewelry Dealer, and Secondhand Article Dealer's license for 2501 Douglas AvenuCommunicationSubject: (NEW) Application of Belle City Discount for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer, and Secondhand Article Dealer's license for 2501 Douglas Avenue(5th District)Referred  Action details Not available
07-0585 A Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License including Sidewalk Cafe Permit for 2007-2008:CommunicationSubject: The following application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License including Sidewalk Cafe Permit for 2007-2008: 6100 West, Inc. 231 Main Street Douglas E. Nicholson, AgengApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0608 A 2007 Motorcycle Safety Grant ApplicationCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for the State of Wisconsin 2007 Motorcycle Safety Grant to address traffic safety issues specific to the weekend of August 17-20, 2007 HOG Rally. Grant Control # 2007-028 has been issued. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $7,500 State of Wisconsin 2007 Motorcycle Safety Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-028) to be utilized for traffic safety issues specific to the weekend of August 17-20, 2007 Hog Rally. Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 5-21-07: That permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $7,500 State of Wisconsin 2007 Motorcycle Safety Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-028) to be utilized for traffic safety issues specific to the weekend of August 17-20, 2007 Hog Rally. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0615 A Funds Transfer for Station Maintenance and RepairsCommunicationSubject: Communications from the Fire Chief requesting to transfer $15,000 from Female Locker Room Renovation Account to Building Maintenance Account. The funds will be used to make unplanned repairs to Fire Stations 7 and 8. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: Permission granted for the Fire Chief to transfer $15,000 from Account 986.300.5040, Female Locker Room Renovation to Account 986.300.5060, Fire Station 7 & 8 Building Repairs to be utilized for repairs to fire stations 7 and 8. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0618 A Discuss the renewal of the liquor license at Neighborhood Pantry, 1511 West Sixth St.CommunicationSubject: Update on status Communication from Wayne Clingman wishing to discuss the renewal of the liquor license at Neighborhood Pantry, 1511 West Sixth St. Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 5-21-07: That the neighbors and the business owner meet with the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on May 31, 2007, and come up with a resolution to the problems and the police department provide a 12 month history report and bring back before the committee at the next meeting. Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 6-11-07: That the item be deferred until June 25, 2007 and the police department be prepared to provide the committee with a 12 month history report of the establishment. Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 06-25-07: That the item be deferred until the July 9, 2007 meeting. Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 7-9-07: That the City Council issue written orders to the Neighborhood Pantry to install security cameras to completely cover the exterior of the property, aReferred  Action details Not available
07-0619 A Monthly report for the sale of abandoned vehicles for May 11, 2007.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communicaton from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of abandoned vehicles for May 11, 2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0629 A (Direct Referral): Final payment for engineering services for preparing plans and specifications for HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Southport Consulting.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral): Final payment for engineering services for preparing plans and specifications for HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Southport Consulting.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0652 A Application of Kenny's on Main, LLC, Kenneth Meyer, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt beverage and intoxicating Liquor License at 1300 N. Main St.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Application of Kenny's on Main, LLC, Kenneth Meyer, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt beverage and intoxicating Liquor License at 1300 N. Main St. (4th District)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2918 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District, on behalf of Dan Malnar, 1922 Geneva St, requesting the City enact an ordinance which would require school buses to use their stop signs when picking up and dropping off students.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District, on behalf of Dan Malnar, 1922 Geneva St, requesting the City enact an ordinance which would require school buses to use their stop signs when picking up and dropping off students. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0514 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting installation of a stop sign at Biscayne and Monarch.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting installation of a stop sign at Biscayne and Monarch. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Not available
07-0527 A School crossing guard locations for the 2007 summer school session. M.L. King and West Arthur and Kinzie 17th and Grange Bate and Taylor LaSalle and Romayne 21st and Kentucky 16th and Grange 17th and Taylor Blue River and Lathrop Arthur and WaCommunicationSubject: School crossing guard locations for the 2007 summer school session. M.L. King and West Arthur and Kinzie 17th and Grange Bate and Taylor LaSalle and Romayne 21st and Kentucky 16th and Grange 17th and Taylor Blue River and Lathrop Arthur and Washington Kinzie and Osbourne Goold and LaSalle Graceland and Ohio 17th and West Drexel and Durand 6th and Howland Blue River and Kentucky Arthur and Osbourne Kewaunee and Main St Recommendation: Approve crossing guard locations for the 2007 summer school session with the addition of Kewaunee and Main St. Fiscal Note: Estimated salary cost is $18,000 with funding available in Account 101.310.502, Police - Other Salaries.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0650 A Communication from the Higher Ground Ministries, 1330 Martin Luther King Drive, requesting a "Reserved Parking" sign be placed on Martin Luther King Drive or Albert Street for their pastor. Michele Howard invited to the meeting.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Higher Ground Ministries, 1330 Martin Luther King Drive, requesting a "Reserved Parking" sign be placed on Martin Luther King Drive or Albert Street for their pastor. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0115 A Communication from Lori Jaime, General Manager of Radisson Inn Harbourwalk wishing to discuss the Radisson parking supplement.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Lori Jaime, General Manager of Radisson Inn Harbourwalk wishing to discuss the Radisson parking supplement. Recommendation: The gate rate at the Gaslight Ramp be raised from $1.25 to $1.50 to match the other parking ramp rates and that the Radisson Inn Harbourwalk no longer be billed for parking surcharges, effective on June 11, 2007. Also recommend that Resolution No. 07-0203 of May 1, 2007, be amended by changing the effective date to read June 11, 2007, and as amended be adopted. Fiscal Note: The Parking System will see no immediate change in revenue from this action.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0529 A Communication from the Transit Planner submitting a draft policy establishing guidelines for the use of the Racine Railroad Depot by organizations or individuals for fund raising events or meetings.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting a draft policy establishing guidelines for the use of the Racine Railroad Depot by organizations or individuals for fund raising events or meetings. Recommendation: Policy be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0726 A Gate rate at the Gaslight Ramp be raised from $1.25 to $1.50 to match the other parking ramp rates, and that the Radisson Inn Harbourwalk no longer be billed for parking surcharges, effective on June 11, 2007.CommunicationSubject: Gate rate at the Gaslight Ramp be raised from $1.25 to $1.50 to match the other parking ramp rates, and that the Radisson Inn Harbourwalk no longer be billed for parking surcharges, effective on June 11, 2007. Recommendation: Resolution 07-0203 of May 1, 2007, be amended by changing the effective date to read June 11, 2007, and as amended be adopted. Fiscal Note: The Parking System will see no immediate change in revenue from this action.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0540 A Communication from James Oliver, owner of Mr. Kool's Sports Bar, requesting permission to rent 14 parking spaces 24/7 in Uptown Lot # 5 - 1300 Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from James Oliver, owner of Mr. Kool's Sports Bar, requesting permission to rent 14 parking spaces 24/7 in Uptown Lot # 5 - 1300 Washington Avenue. Recommendation 5-30-07: Permission to rent 14 parking spaces in Uptown Lot # 5 - 1300 Washington Avenue - "Reserved Parking 6 P.M. to 2 A.M. Only" seven days per week, at a rate of $29 per space per month. Fiscal Note: The rental will generate $406 per month for the Parking System and not impact the existing "No Parking 2 A.M. to 6 A.M." safety restriction. Recommendation: Recommend that Resolution No. 07-0248 of June 5, 2007, be amended by adding "effective September 1, 2007" at the end, and as amended, be adopted. Fiscal Note: The rental will generate $406 per month for the Parking System.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0566 A Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the April 2007 operating and financial report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the April 2007 operating and financial report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0609 A Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2006 State assistance contract for the Belle Urban System.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2006 State assistance contract for the Belle Urban System. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2006 State assistance contract for the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: The amendment will correct a mistake in the original agreement and provide approximatey $41,000 in additional State payments for the 2006 calendar year.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0610 A Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2006 State assistance contract for the pass-through of State funds to Wisconsin Coach Lines, Inc., for the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2006 State assistance contract for the pass-through of State funds to Wisconsin Coach Lines, Inc., for the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2006 State assistance contract for pass through funds to Wisconsin Coach Lines for the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. Fiscal Note: The amendment will correct a mistake in the original agreement and provide approximately $7,500 in additional State payments for the 2006 calendar year.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0611 A Communication from Sam Azarian Jr. wishing to discuss purchasing the Marquette Street municipal parking lot.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Sam Azarian Jr. wishing to discuss leasing the Marquette Street municipal parking lot. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 5-30-07: The Marquette Street municipal parking lot be leased to Sam Azarian Jr. for a cost of $1 contingent upon the upgrade of fencing and landscape, and the separation of lighting circuits. Fiscal Note: The lease will generate $1 to the Parking System Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-13-07: That the proposed lease is not in conflict with adopted City plans and programs. Further, that the lease be approved. Fiscal Note: The lease price of the property will be determined by the Public Works and Services Committee. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11/13/07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with Sam Azarian, Jr., for the municipal parking lot located on Marquette Street just North of State Street, with the following stipulations: A. The term of the lease shall be for 20 years beginning January 1, 2008.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0621 A Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2001 State capital assistance contract for the Belle Urban System.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2001 State capital assistance contract for the Belle Urban System. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2001 State capital assistance contract for the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: The amendment will provide an additional $60,000 previously promised to the Belle Urban System from older Federal grants, for the use in finalizing the engine overhaul contract.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0663 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss replacement of the fuel management system at the Belle Urban System.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss replacement of the fuel management system at the Belle Urban System. Recommendation: The Purchasing Agent be directed to advertise for and receive bids for the replacement of the fuel management system at the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the 2005 Capital Improvement Program (20%) and Federal Transit Administration grant WI-03-0091 (80%) to pay for the project, estimated to cost $45,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0664 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss replacement of the bus interior cleaning system at the Belle Urban System.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss replacement of the bus interior cleaning system at the Belle Urban System. Recommendation: The Purchasing Agent be directed to advertise for and receive bids for the replacement of the bus interior cleaning system at the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the 2005 Capital Improvement Program (20%) and federal Transit Administration grant WI-03-0091 (80%) to pay for the project, estimated to cost $90,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0666 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss the expansion of the Belle Urban System administrative offices.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss the expansion of the Belle Urban System administrative offices. Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to advertise for and receive bids for the expansion of the Belle Urban System administrative offices, subject to authorization from the State of Wisconsin, Department of Transportation, for federal funding for the construction. Fiscal Note: Local funding is available in several Racine Capital Improvement programs and pending Federal Grants, subject to WISDOT approval, to pay for the project, estimated to cost $500,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0668 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss a marketing plan for 2007 and the execution of an agreement with Versant, Inc. to develop advertising materials for the Belle Urban System.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss a marketing plan for 2007 and the execution of an agreement with Versant, Inc. to develop advertising materials for the Belle Urban System. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the agreement with Versant, Inc. for a 2007 marketing plan for the Belle Urban System budget, and 80% of which will be reimbursed by the Federal Transit Administration. Fiscal Note: The cost of the marketing plan will be $36,000, funds for which are included in the 2007 Belle Urban System budget, and 80% of which will be reimbursed by the Federal Transit Administration.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0680 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance contract for 2007 between WISDOT and the City of Racine, for Wisconsin Coach Lines, Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus serviceCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance contract for 2007 between WISDOT and the City of Racine, for Wisconsin Coach Lines, Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service funding. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance contract for Wisconsin Coach Lines, Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service funding. Fiscal Note: No City funding is involved.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0682 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance contract for 2007 between WISDOT and the City of Racine, for Belle Urban System funding.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance contract for 2007 between WISDOT and the City of Racine, for Belle Urban System funding. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance contract for the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: The contract will provide the Belle Urban System with $1,753,243 in State operating funds for the Belle Urban System.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1521 A CUP - Ignacio CastanedaConditional Use PermitSubject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Ignacio Castaneda seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair facility at 1440 West Street. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-12-06: Deferred. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-9-07: Deferred. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That the request by Ignacio Castaneda seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair facility at 1440 West Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped “Received January 20, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 are approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That this conditional use permit shall be reviewed by the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 to determine the level of compliance with the conditions of approval, and the appropriate Plan Commission response to the conduct of the operation. c. That by August 1, 2007 the following maintenance, repairs, clean up and improvements shall be accomplished: 1. Repair, straighten or replace damaged fApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0558 A CUP to operate a carryout restaurant at 803-16th Street.Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by John and Denise Helm for a conditional use permit to operate a carryout restaurant at 803-16th Street. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-9-07: That the item be deferred. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That the item be received and filed.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0676 A CUP amendment Patel's gas station at 1616 Durand AvenueConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Bhupendra and Parit Patel seeking consideration of an amendment to a gas station conditional use permit to construct a convenience store at 1616 Durand Avenue. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That the plans submitted by Bhupendra and Parit Patel seeking an amendment to a gas station conditional use permit to construct a convenience store at 1616 Durand Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received May 4, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable permits shall be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the hours of operation be 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily. d. That the following shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. 1. Landscape plan: At a minimum, the landscape plan provide for the following: six-foot deep planting beds along Durand Avenue, Memorial DApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0677 A CUP amendment to the BUS facilites at 1824 Kentucky Street.Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Mike Glasheen, City of Racine Transportation Planner, seeking an amendment to a conditional use permit to construct an office at the BUS facilities at 1824 Kentucky Street. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: a. That the plans stamped "Received May 10, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable permits shall be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That landscaping shall be installed and approved prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit. If an occupancy permit is requested prior to the installation of landscaping, then a letter of credit equal to the value of said landscape plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director of City Development prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit. d. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. e. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission aApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0678 A Rezoning at 1813 Taylor Avenue by Harinder Kaur and Devendar SingZoning ItemSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Ms. Harinder Kaur and Devendar Sing of Nagra Inc., seeking to rezone the property at 1813 Taylor Avenue to expand their convenience store. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0683 A Amendment CUP at 1813 Taylor AvenueConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request seeking a minor amendment to a conditional use permit to the property at 1813 Taylor Avenue to expand their convenience store. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That the plans submitted by Harinder Kaur and Devendar Sing of Nagra, Inc. seeking a minor amendment to a conditional use permit for the property at 1813 Taylor Avenue to expand their convenience store be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received May 16, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable permits shall be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That prior to the issuance of a building permit, all landscaping shall be installed in compliance with the approved plan. d. That prior to the issuance of a building permit, a facilities maintenance plan be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. All facilities shall be maintained on a daily basis in a professional manner. Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0702 A Subject: Res.06-6925CommunicationSubject: Res.06-6925 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR IGNACIO CASTANEDA AT 1440 WEST STREET Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That the item be received and filed.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0414 A Victor and Tammy Mateo, 1654 Morton Avenue, regarding trucks and crime in their neighborhood.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Victor and Tammy Mateo, 1654 Morton Avenue, regarding trucks and crime in their neighborhood. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee: The communication be received and filed. Further recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works send a communication to Superior Industrial Coatings informing them that their trucks are causing damage to the driveway and sidewalk and requesting that they take action to prevent trucks from damaging the described areas. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 4-26-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-17-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-31-07: That this item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0100 A Request of the Committee for the appearance of Vintage Rock Cafe', 3701 Durand Avenue, for an incident that appeared on the December, 2006 License Premise Report.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Committee for the appearance of The Drink, Michael Mlsna, Agent, 961 Dr. M. L. King Jr. Drive, for an incident that appeared on the December, 2006 Tavern Compliance Checks Report. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the item be referred to the City Attorney's Office for possible resolution. Recommendation of the City Attorney: the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0647 A Point Blue Easement RequestCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the General Manager regarding a request from the developer of Pointe Blue for a temporary limited easement Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on May 29, 2007: The easement request be adopted and a resolution created.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0463 A Cemetery AuditCommunicationSubject: Cemetery Audit is now complete and will be presented to the Board of Cemetery Commissioners for review. Recommendation: 04/16/2007 - The Mayor will be calling a meeting of the whole to discuss the Audit. Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners 5-21-07: That a joint meeting be held between the Committee of the Whole and Cemetery Commission. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole of 06-19-2007: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners 6-18-07: that the item be deferred. Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners 7-16-07: that the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0463 A Cemetery AuditCommunicationSubject: Cemetery Audit is now complete and will be presented to the Board of Cemetery Commissioners for review. Recommendation: 04/16/2007 - The Mayor will be calling a meeting of the whole to discuss the Audit. Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners 5-21-07: That a joint meeting be held between the Committee of the Whole and Cemetery Commission. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole of 06-19-2007: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners 6-18-07: that the item be deferred. Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners 7-16-07: that the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0616 A Communication from the Washington Park High School Pom-Pon Squad requesting permission to use the parking lot at the northeast corner of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard for a car wash fund raiser.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Washington Park High School Pom-Pon Squad requesting permission to use the parking lot at the northeast corner of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard for a car wash fund raiser. (Also refer to Cemetery Commission) Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners 5-21-07: that the request be denied. Recommendation of the Transit & Parking Commission 5-21-07: The Washington Park High School Pom-Pon Squad be allowed to use the northeast corner of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard for a car wash fund raiser July 13 & 14, July 27 & 28, August 3 & 4, and August 24 & 25, 2007, at a cost of $27 per weekend. Fiscal Note: The rental will generate $108 for the Parking System.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Not available
Res.07-0226 A Settlement Payment of 2006 Personal Property TaxResolutionSettlement Payment of 2006 Personal Property Tax Resolved, that permission be granted for a settlement payment of $200 for the 2006 Personal Property Tax at 406 Main Street, Tax Account No. P00097097. $236.36 be written off against account 101.990.5930, Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes Cancelled, and any remaining interests and penalties be waived. Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available in account 101.990.5930, Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes Cancelled.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0227 A Permission to apply for Stewardship Program GrantResolutionPermission to apply for Stewardship Program Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for a $200,000 Stewardship Program Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2007-026) to be utilized for the extension of the Lake Michigan Pathway in the Pointe Blue area. Fiscal Note: A 50% hard match is required that will be paid by the Pointe Blue developer.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0228 A Transfer Funds for Female Locker Room Renovation at Fire Stations 7 and 8ResolutionTransfer Funds for Female Locker Room Renovation at Fire Stations 7 and 8 Resolved, that permission be granted to transfer $15,000 from Account 986.300.5040, Female Locker Room Renovation, to Account 986.300.5060, Fire Station 7 & 8 Building Repairs, to be utilized for repairs to Fire Stations 7 and 8. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0229 A Permission to apply for State of Wisconsin 2007 Motorcycle Safety GrantResolutionPermission to apply for State of Wisconsin 2007 Motorcycle Safety Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $7,500 State of Wisconsin 2007 Motorcycle Safety Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-028) to be utilized for traffic safety issues specific to the weekend of August 17-20, 2007 Hog Rally. Fiscal Note: There is a 25% soft match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0230 A Award bid for printing Common Council ProceedingsResolutionAward bid for printing Common Council Proceedings Resolved, that the The Journal Times be awarded the bid to publish the Common Council Proceedings and all legal notices for the period of June 1, 2007 through May 31, 2008, they being the only bidder. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.010.5520, City Council Proceedings.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0231 A Accept Bid for repair of Solid Waste Garage and Transfer of Funds for RepairResolutionAccept Bid for repair of Solid Waste Garage and Transfer of Funds for Repair Resolved, that the bid for the repair of the damage to the Solid Waste Garage caused by an uninsured motorist be awarded to Rossi Construction Co., Inc., Racine, WI, at their price of $10,559.00. Further resolved, that $10,559 be transferred from Account 101.990.5970, Contingency, to Account 101.410.5670, Solid Waste Garage Repairs & Maintenance, to cover the cost of the repair. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0232 A City adopt and implement Green Seal Environmental Standards GS-37 and GS-42ResolutionCity adopt and implement Green Seal Environmental Standards GS-37 and GS-42 Resolved, that beginning in 2008 and/or when each contract is renewed, the City adopt and implement the Green Seal Environmental Standards GS-37 and GS-42 for all departmental purchases and contractual services including private firms managing city facilities. Fiscal Note: The additional cost will be considered in the 2008 budget.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0233 A Narcotics Anonymous Group granted permission to utilize community centersResolutionNarcotics Anonymous Group granted permission to utilize community centers Resolved, that permission be granted for the Narcotics Anonymous group to utilize the Martin Luther King Jr. and Tyler-Domer Community Centers at $65 per day per event for two upcoming events. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0234 A Transfer of funds for recruitment of City AdministratorResolutionTransfer of funds for recruitment of City Administrator Resolved, that $14,500 be transferred from account 101.020.5010, City Administrator Salaries, to account 101.020.5610, City Administration Professional Services, to be utilized for the cost of professional services rendered in the recruitment of a City Administration. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0235 A Final payment for engineering services for plants and specifications for HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community CenterResolutionFinal payment for engineering services for plans and specifications for HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center Resolved, that the engineering services for preparing plans and specifications for HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Southport Consulting be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,500.00 from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution No. 07-0023 of February 6, 2007.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0236 A School Crossing Guard Locations for 2007 Summer School SessionResolutionSchool Crossing Guard Locations for 2007 Summer School Session Resolved, that the following school crossing guard locations be approved for the 2007 Summer School Session: M.L. King and West Arthur and Kinzie 17th and Grange Bate and Taylor LaSalle and Romayne 21st and Kentucky 16th and Grange 17th and Taylor Blue River and Lathrop Arthur and Washington Kinzie and Osbourne Goold and LaSalle Graceland and Ohio 17th and West Drexel and Durand 6th and Howland Blue River and Kentucky Arthur and Osbourne Kewaunee and Main St Fiscal Note: Estimated salary cost is $18,000 with funding available in Account 101.310.502, Police - Other Salaries.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0237 A Harbor Fest Street Closures and StipulationsResolutionHarbor Fest Street Closures and Stipulations Resolved, that Harbor Fest, Inc., be granted permission to close Festival Park Drive between 5th Street and 6th Street, and 5th Street between Festival Park Drive and Lake Avenue, for Harbor Fest from 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 21, 2007 thru 8:00 a.m. on Monday, June 25, 2007, in accordance with their request. Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. Proof of liability insurance 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 $300.00 special event fee. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to asAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0238 A Preliminary - Ten (10) Year Resolution Benefits and DamagesResolutionPreliminary - Ten (10) Year Resolution 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 s. 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 Oakdale Avenue from Wright Avenue to Athens Avenue Hillcrest Circle from Wright Avenue to dead end. Sewer and Water Oakdale Avenue from Wright Avenue to Athens Avenue Sanitary Sewer Oakdale Avenue from Wright Avenue to Athens Avenue 2. Said public improvement shall consist of Portland Cement Concrete Paving, Sewer and Water and Sanitary Sewer. 3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements. 4. The assesAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0239 A Contract for 2007 Sewer LiningResolutionContract for 2007 Sewer Lining Resolved, that Contract 40-07 (K7-046), 2007 Sewer Lining, be awarded to Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, Inc., Pewaukee, WI, at their bid price of $774,769.25, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $142,163.80 - Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Detention Pond $148,641.20 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations $483,964.25 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer Construction $774,769.25 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0240 A Lease Agreement with Department of CorrectionsResolutionLease Agreement with Department of Corrections Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to renew the lease agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Administration for the Department of Corrections for 5,894 square feet at the City Hall Annex, for the time period of January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2012. The rental rate for 2008 will be $76,150.48 and will increase in accordance with the consumer price index. Fiscal Note: This lease will generate a total revenue of $404,293.24.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0241 A Change Order on Contract for City Hall Data Center ImprovementsResolutionChange Order on Contract for City Hall Data Center Improvements Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 46-06 (K6-049), City Hall Data Center Improvements, Ricchio, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $8,628.03. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $1,783.95 - Account 985.120.5030, MIS-Communications Room Remodel $6,844.08 - Account 987.100.5030, City Hall-IS Computer Room HVAC $8,628.03 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0242 A Change Order to Contract for City Hall Renovations - Phase IResolutionChange Order to Contract for City Hall Renovations - Phase I Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations - Phase I, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $45,574.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $36,252.00 - Account 986.100.5010, City Hall Facility Plan Implementation $ 9,322.00 - Account 985.020.5020, Redundent Email Server & Software $45,574.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0243 A Vacation of Reichert CourtResolutionVacation of Reichert Court Resolved, that since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued: Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to its eastern most terminus Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
Res.07-0244 A Professional Services Agreement for 2007 Sewer LiningResolutionProfessional Services Agreement for 2007 Sewer Lining Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional service agreement with Earth Tech for Construction Management Services for the 2007 Sewer Lining in the not-to-exceed amount of $65,963.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these Construction Management Services are available in the following accounts: $26,226.89 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Locations $39,736.11 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Locations $65,963.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0245 A Amendment to Contract for Professional Services - Sixth Street Sanitary SewerResolutionAmendment to Contract for Professional Services - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 on Contract 30-06 (K6-031), Professional Services - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted , be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $8012.00. Further resolved, that funding for this amendment are available in accounts: $4006.00 - Account 987.907.5330, Sanitary Sewer Const. - 6th Street. $4006.00 - Racine Water Utility. $8012.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0246 A Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits & Damages ResolutionResolutionFinal - Ten (10) Year Benefits & Damages Resolution Whereas, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 29th day of May, 2007, for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of: Portland Cement Concrete Paving Alley - Shoreland Drive to North Street; Charles Street to Sixth Avenue. Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; Charles Street to Sixth Avenue. Alley - Shoreland Drive to North Street; Charles Street to Eighth Avenue. Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; Charles Street to Eighth Avenue. Alley - Shoreland Drive to North Street; Ninth Avenue to Eighth Avenue. Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; Ninth Avenue to Eighth Avenue. Now, Therefore, Be it Resolved, by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows: 1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of tReferred  Action details Not available
Res.07-0247 A Permission to use Parking Lot for Fund RaiserResolutionPermission to use Parking Lot for Fund Raiser Resolved, that Washington Park High School Pom-Pon Squad be granted permission to use the northeast corner of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard for a car wash fund raiser July 13 & 14, July 27 & 28, August 3 & 4, and August 24 & 25, 2007, at a cost of $27 per weekend. Further resolved, that permission be granted for water usage from the Mound Cemetery Maintenance Building for the car wash fund raiser. Fiscal Note: The rental will generate $108 for the Parking System.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0248 A Permission to rent parking spaces in Uptown Lot #5ResolutionPermission to rent parking spaces in Uptown Lot #5 Resolved, that permission be granted to James Oliver to rent 14 parking spaces in Uptown Lot # 5 - 1300 Washington Avenue - "Reserved Parking 6 P.M. to 2 A.M. Only" seven days per week, at a rate of $29 per space per month. Fiscal Note: The rental will generate $406 per month for the Parking System and not impact the existing "No Parking 2 A.M. to 6 A.M." safety restriction.Referred  Action details Not available
Res.07-0249 A Amendment to 2006 State Assistance Contract for Belle Urban SystemResolutionAmendment to 2006 State Assistance Contract for Belle Urban System Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2006 State Assistance Contract for the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: The amendment will correct a mistake in the original agreement and provide approximately $41,000 in additional State payments for the 2006 calendar year.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0250 A Amendment to 2006 State Assistance Contract for Wisconsin Coach LinesResolutionAmendment to 2006 State Assistance Contract for Wisconsin Coach Lines Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2006 State Assistance Contract for pass through funds to Wisconsin Coach Lines for the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. Fiscal Note: The amendment will correct a mistake in the original agreement and provide approximately $7,500 in additional State payments for the 2006 calendar year.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0251 A Amendment to 2001 State Capital Assistance Contract for Belle Urban SystemResolutionAmendment to 2001 State Capital Assistance Contract for Belle Urban System Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2001 State Capital Assistance Contract for the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: The amendment will provide an additional $60,000 previously promised to the Belle Urban System from older Federal grants, for the use in finalizing the engine overhaul contract.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0252 A Purchasing Agent granted permission to advertise and receive bids for replacement of fuel management systemResolutionPurchasing Agent granted permission to advertise and receive bids for replacement of fuel management system Resolved, that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to advertise for and receive bids for the replacement of the fuel management system at the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the 2005 Capital Improvement Program (20%) and Federal Transit Administration grant WI-03-0091 (80%) to pay for the project, estimated to cost $45,000.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0253 A Purchasing Agent granted permission to advertise and receive bids for bus interior cleaning systemResolutionPurchasing Agent granted permission to advertise and receive bids for bus interior cleaning system Resolved, that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to advertise for and receive bids for the replacement of the bus interior cleaning system at the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the 2005 Capital Improvement Program (20%) and federal Transit Administration grant WI-03-0091 (80%) to pay for the project, estimated to cost $90,000.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0254 A Permission to advertise and receive bids for expansion of Belle Urban System OfficesResolutionPermission to advertise and receive bids for expansion of Belle Urban System Offices Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to advertise for and receive bids for the expansion of the Belle Urban System administrative offices, subject to authorization from the State of Wisconsin, Department of Transportation, for federal funding for the construction. Fiscal Note: Local funding is available in several Racine Capital Improvement programs and pending Federal Grants, subject to WISDOT approval, to pay for the project, estimated to cost $500,000.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0255 A Agreement with VersantResolutionAgreement with Versant Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the agreement with Versant, Inc. for a 2007 marketing plan for the Belle Urban System budget, and 80% of which will be reimbursed by the Federal Transit Administration. Fiscal Note: The cost of the marketing plan will be $36,000, funds for which are included in the 2007 Belle Urban System budget, and 80% of which will be reimbursed by the Federal Transit Administration.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0256 A 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance Contract for 2007 for Wisconsin Coach LinesResolution2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance Contract for 2007 for Wisconsin Coach Lines Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance Contract for Wisconsin Coach Lines, Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service funding. Fiscal Note: No City funding is involved.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0257 A 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance Contract for 2007 for Belle Urban System fundingResolution2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance Contract for 2007 for Belle Urban System funding Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the 2007 State Urban Mass Transit Operating Assistance Contract for the Belle Urban System. Fiscal Note: The contract will provide the Belle Urban System with $1,753,243 in State operating funds for the Belle Urban System.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0258 A Grant Temporary Limited Easement to Pointe Blue DeveloperResolutionGrant Temporary Limited Easement to Pointe Blue Developer Resolved, that the developer of the Pointe Blue Project be granted a temporary limited easement for a three year period as shown in the May 7, 2007 Drawing No. 163187 containing 0.78 acres more or less. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0259 A Conditional Use Permit for 1440 West StreetResolutionConditional Use Permit for 1440 West Street Resolved, that the request by Ignacio Castaneda seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair facility at 1440 West Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped “Received January 20, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 are approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That this conditional use permit shall be reviewed by the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 to determine the level of compliance with the conditions of approval, and the appropriate Plan Commission response to the conduct of the operation. c. That by August 1, 2007 the following maintenance, repairs, clean up and improvements shall be accomplished: 1. Repair, straighten or replace damaged fence sections on north and east sides of property. 2. Replace missing privacy slats in gates, and install privacy slats in the northern fence. All privacy slats are to be a uniform color. 3. Trim fence posts to a uniform height extending no greater than one foot above the fence panAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0260 A Conditional Use Permit for 1616 Durand AvenueResolutionConditional Use Permit for 1616 Durand Avenue Resolved, that the plans submitted by Bhupendra and Parit Patel seeking an amendment to a gas station conditional use permit to construct a convenience store at 1616 Durand Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received May 4, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable permits shall be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the hours of operation be 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily. d. That the following shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. 1. Landscape plan: At a minimum, the landscape plan provide for the following: six-foot deep planting beds along Durand Avenue, Memorial Drive and Hamilton Avenue where no driveway is to be located. Landscaping shall be provided for along the north lot line. Said plan shall indicate the size and species of planting. 2. Dumpster Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0261 A Conditional Use Permit for 1824 Kentucky StreetResolutionConditional Use Permit for 1824 Kentucky Street Resolved, that an amendment to a conditional use permit to construct an office at the BUS facilities at 1824 Kentucky Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received May 10, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable permits shall be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That landscaping shall be installed and approved prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit. If an occupancy permit is requested prior to the installation of landscaping, then a letter of credit equal to the value of said landscape plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director of City Development prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit. d. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. e. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission and no major changes be made from the conAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0262 A Minor Amendment to Conditional Use Permit at 1813 Taylor AvenueResolutionMinor Amendment to Conditional Use Permit at 1813 Taylor Avenue Resolved, that the plans submitted by Harinder Kaur and Devendar Sing of Nagra, Inc. seeking a minor amendment to a conditional use permit for the property at 1813 Taylor Avenue to expand their convenience store be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received May 16, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable permits shall be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That prior to the issuance of a building permit, all landscaping shall be installed in compliance with the approved plan. d. That prior to the issuance of a building permit, a facilities maintenance plan be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. All facilities shall be maintained on a daily basis in a professional manner. Facilities shall be defined as, but not limited to, landscaping, signage, lighting, building, and grounds. e. That the building additionAdopted  Action details Not available
Ord.12-07 A Ordinance No. 12-07 To amend Chapter 5 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Hours of Operation of Convenience Stores and Gas Station/Auto Repair Facilities.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 12-07 To amend Chapter 5 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Hours of Operation of Convenience Stores and Gas Station/Auto Repair Facilities. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: To amend Article V of the Charter Ordinances of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Hours and Conditions of Operation of Gasoline Service Stations. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Article V, Section 5-8 of the Charter Ordinances of the City of Racine is hereby amended by amending the section to read as follows: “Section 5-8. Hours and conditions of operation. (1) If any homicide, murder, battery, sexual assault, false imprisonment, kidnapping, reckless endangerment of safety, robbery, or disorderly conduct as identified and defined by Wisconsin Statutes, weapons crime in violation of secs. 941.20 through 941.299 of the Wisconsin Statutes, or act of prostitution in violation of secs. 944.30 through 944.34 of the Wisconsin Statutes occurs, after the effective Referred  Action details Not available