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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/19/2009 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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09-3560 A Monthly Building Report, March 2009CommunicationSubject: Monthly Building Report, April, 2009.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
09-3562 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to waive certain fees to promote pre-sales of the new crypts and niches being constructed in Mound Cemetery. (Res.09-1422)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to waive certain fees to promote pre-sales of the new crypts and niches being constructed in Mound Cemetery. (Res.09-1422) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-26-09: Permission be granted to waive the fees for opening and closing the crypt entombment and niche inurnment cost up to December 31, 2009 to promote advance sales of crypts and niches. Fiscal Note: The waived fees will be as follows: crypt entombment resident $760, nonresident $990; niche inurnment resident $520 and nonresident $650.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3600 A Communication from the Acting Public Health Administrator requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended agreement to accept additional funding from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the WICCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Acting Public Health Administrator requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended agreement to accept additional funding from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the WIC Program. (Grant Control #2006-049) (Res.09-1421) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-26-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended agreement to accept $27,879 additional funding from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Grant Control #2006-049). Fiscal Note: $2,298 for the Farmer's Market Program and $25,581 for the operation of the WIC Program.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3625 A First quarter attendance report from the Belle City Senior Center.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Friedel presenting the first quarter attendance report from the Belle City Senior Center. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-26-09: Item to be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3626 A The Finance Director wishing to discuss amending the 2009 budget to add $365,214 to the Fire Protection Charge as approved by the Public Service Commission on March 25, 2009. (Res.09-1423)CommunicationSubject: The Finance Director wishing to discuss amending the 2009 budget to add $365,214 to the Fire Protection Charge as approved by the Public Service Commission on March 25, 2009. (Res.09-1423) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-26-09: Permission be granted to amend the 2009 budget to add $365,214 to the Fire Protection Charge as approved by the Public Service Commission on March 25, 2009. Fiscal Note: Funds to be appropriated from the Unreserved Undesignated General fund balance.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3558 A Request to close the 600 block of 17th Street for a church event, be approved.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Iglesia Pentecostal Alarma Int requesting permission to close the 600 block of 17th Street for a church event on June 20, 2009. (Res.09-1428) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services committee on 5-26-09: Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal Alarma Int. be granted permission to close 17th Street, between Grand Avenue and Villa Street, on Sunday, June 20, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., for a church event. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. FISCAL NOTE: Referred  Action details Not available
09-3611 A Pave the alley bounded by Main, Wisconsin, Fourth and Fifth Street with Portland cement.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Commissioner of Public Works proposing that the alley bounded by Main, Wisconsin, Fourth and Fifth Street be paved and that a Public Hearing be held. (Res.09-1430) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-26-09: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for paving the alley bounded by Main Street, Wisconsin Avenue, Fourth Street and Fifth Street with portland cement concrete paving. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3612 A Regarding transfer of land between City of Racine and Racine Unified School District.CommunicationSubject: Communication from City Attorney's Office regarding transfer of land between City of Racine and Racine Unified School District. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-9-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-30-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Nielsen, Madsen & Barber, SC, for the preparation of deed descriptions for the city properties which were to be transferred to the Racine Unified School District when the school district was formed, for a not-to-exceed cost of $18,460.00. Further recommend that since funds for this activity were not budgeted for in 2009, that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for determination of funding. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-13-09: Defer the item. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: To receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3613 A Revised AT&T agreementCommunicationSubject: Communication from Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting revised AT&T agreement. (Res.09-1438) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-23-09: That Amendment No. 1 to the 5 year agreement with AT&T for centrex telephone service, previously approved under Resolution No. 08-2236, dated May 29, 2008, which will result in an estimated annual savings of $2,400.00. Fiscal Note: Amendment No. 1 will result in an estimated annual savings of $2,400.00.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3566 A Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010: Public Golf Asscociates LTD 6200 Northwestern Avenue Scott A. Schuit, Agent Venuworks of Racine LLC 72 Seventh Street Richard Edgar, Agent (change of agent) Venuworks of Racine LLC 5 Fifth Street Richard Edgar, Agent (change of agent) Racine Zoological Society 2131 N. Main Street Jay R. Christie, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-8-09: That the Change of Agents listed above be approved and the renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010: Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3567 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2009-2010:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2009-2010: Lee's Deli, Inc. 2615 Washington Ave. John P. Henes, Agent Gerardo Flores 1775 State Street (Lincoln Supermarket) Aziz Abdul 1347 Lathrop Avenue Fresh Bands Distributing, Inc. 3900 Erie Street Robert G. Helvick, Agent Max Supermarket, LLC 1200 Villa Street Rajinder Kaur, Agent Abdallah Batayneh 1600 Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Dr. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-26-09: The renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2009-2010 as listed above be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3568 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010: Purvi & Mishali, Inc. 2615 Washington Ave. Parit Patel, Agent Dan's Liquor, Inc. 1856 Taylor Avenue Jagdish R. Patel, Agent Taylor Liquor Inc. 2813 Taylor Avenue Ilesh Patel, Agent Mitraj, Inc. 3711 Douglas Avenue Radhhesyam Patel, Agent Dandee Liquor, Inc. 3700 Meachem Road Vishnu Patel, Agent Mega Marts, LLC 2210 Rapids Drive Charles L. Neu, Agent Mega Marts, LLC 2408 S. Green Bay Road Patricia M. Berger, Agent Sam's East, Inc. 6200 Regency West Drive Dana Topple, Agent Phesal E. Ckadan 1812 Sixteenth Street Max's Family Supermarket 1201 S Memorial Drive Sukjinder Singh, Agent AD United Petroleum 1917 Sixteenth Street (W/ Gasoline Station) Deepinder S. Dhaliwal, Agent Piggley Wiggly Midwest, LLC 4011 Durand Avenue Joseph M. Ligocki, Agent Aldi, Inc. 3110 Douglas Avenue Lorelei Rasch, Agent Champion Liquor and Food, LLC 1629 Douglas Avenue Jarnail, Singh, AgenReferred  Action details Not available
09-3569 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010:ResolutionSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010: T.B. Hansen's, Inc. 501 Goold Street Thomas R. Hansen, Agent Fides F. Wagner-Richardson 1102 Mound Avenue Yardarm Bar & Grill, Ltd. 920 Erie Street Laura Tomasek, Agent Steven L. Matson 107 Fourth Street Mario Aranda Sr. 1244 Washington Avenue Restaurant of Racine, Inc. 207 Gaslight Avenue Brian K. Grabher David J. Russell 600 High Street Hiram's Place 1012 Main Street Douglas E. Nicholson, Agent Envi 316 Main Street Douglas E. Nicholson, Agent The Ivanhoe Pub & Eatery 231 Main Street Douglas Nicholson, Agent (Sidewalk Cafe Permit w/ alcohol) Rojo's Pub 1317 Yout Street Joseph A. Vlasak, Agent Chartroom "Charlie's" 209 Dodge Street Donna L. Daams, Agent (Publication Fee Only) American Legion Post #546 1234 Douglas Avenue James Price, Agent Roger's Place, Inc. 1843 N. Wisconsin Street Roger Springsteen, Agent GMRI, Referred  Action details Not available
09-3570 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2009-2010:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2009-2010: Shannon J. Curtin 100 Kewaunee Street Clifford Wolosek 301 Hamilton Street Racine Raiders Football Club, Inc. 1648 N. Memorial Drive (Horlick Concessions) Lawrence Benjamin, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-26-09: The renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2009-2010 as listed above be approved with the exception of Shannon J. Curtin, 100 Kewaunee Street, and Mr. Curtin be requested to appear at the next Public Safety & Licensing Committee meeting. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3583 A Subject: (New) Application of Lakeside Pantry LLC, Caroline Chun, Agent for Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage license for 420 Sixth Street (1st District).CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Lakeside Pantry LLC, Caroline Chun, Agent for Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage license for 420 Sixth Street (1st District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-22-09: That this item be defered and brought back under the guide of the current ordinance for Class "A". Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3598 A The following renewal applications for a "CLASS B" CLUB Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010.CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for a "CLASS B" CLUB Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010. Somerset Club, Inc. 201 Sixth Street (Somerset Club) David M. Perkins, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-26-09: The renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2009-2010 as listed above be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3599 A Subject: Application of Speedway #2089, Timothy D. Justus, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "A" license for 4620 Washington Avenue. (14th District)CommunicationSubject: Application of Speedway #2089, Timothy D. Justus, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "A" license for 4620 Washington Avenue. (14th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-26-09: That the application of Timothy D. Justus, for a Change of Agent for a Class "A" license for 4620 Washington Avenue, Speedway #2089 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3582 A Lincoln Lutheran development extenstion - Woodland PointCommunicationSubject: Request by Lincoln Lutheran of Racine for an extension of a planned development approval for Woodland Pointe Condominiums. (Res.09-1468) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-27-09: That an extension be granted to June 17, 2010 to Lincoln Lutheran of Racine for the construction deadline for the planned development of Woodland Pointe Condominium project. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3595 A CDBG-R FundsCommunicationSubject: Allocation of Community Development Block Grant Recovery Funds. (Res.09-1440) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 5-28-09: That Community Development Block Grant - Recovery funds be allocated as follows: Summer Youth Green Jobs Training Program - $72,500; Urban League of Racine and Kenosha Math Refresher Class and T.A.B.E. Test Preparation - $7,500; Streetlight Retrofit - $350,946; Family Service of Racine Handicap Access Improvements - $50,000; Program Administration - $53,438. Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will receive a Community Development Block Grant - Recovery grant of $534,384.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3596 A DRC CDBG requestCommunicationSubject: Request from the Downtown Racine Corporation for CDBG funding for repairs of the Festival Park playground. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 5-28-09: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3606 A Request for authorization to use HOME funds for a home improvement matching grant program.CommunicationSubject: Request for authorization to use HOME funds for a home improvement matching grant program. (Res.09-1442) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 5-28-09: That $340,000 in HOME Housing Investment Partnership funds be allocated to the Racine Housing Department to establish a home improvement matching grant program for income-qualified owner-occupants. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient HOME funds available for this request.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3515 A Communication from the Acting Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for grant funds from the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Cities Initiative.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Acting Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for and accept grant funds from the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Cities Initiative. (Grant Control #2009-017) (Res.09-1412) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-11-09: Permission granted for the Acting Public Health Administrator to apply for and accept grant funds from the Great Lakes St. Lawerence Cities Initiative. (Grant Control #2009-017) Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3549 A Communication from the Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee to discuss budget carry forwards from 2008 to 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee to discuss budget carry forwards from 2008 to 2009. (Res.09-1414) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-11-09: That budgets be carried forward from 2008 to 2009 as follows: Encumbrances in 27 individual funds totaling $5,197,094.96 in outstanding purchase orders and contracts; 2007 Capital Projects of $863,668.42; 2008 Capital Projects of $2,294,967.01; Golf Course Capital Projects of $272,025.50; Cemetery Capital Projects of $42,040.10; Façade Grant Program of $32,860.13; and General Fund operations of $117,270.88. Further recommend that $75,000 of 2007 Capital Projects recaptured funds be appropriated for City Hall Facilities Plan Furniture; $158,434.28 of 2007 Capital Projects recaptured funds and $363,128.41 of 2008 Capital Projects recaptured funds be appropriated to help cover cost overruns on the Ohio Street 16th Street to 21st Street paving project. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds remaining from 2008 to be carried forward to 2009. DeApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3551 A Rescind Resolution No. 9762CommunicationSubject: Communication from the General Manager of the Water Utility wishing to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the rescinding of the financial obligations for Resolution No. 9762 dated April 14, 1997. (Res.09-1410) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-11-09: To rescind the financial obligations of Resolution No. 9762 dated April 14, 1997. Fiscal Note: The City will forgo a $400 annual fee but will receive the entire lease payment, up to $7,500, from the Racine Yacht Club.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3556 A Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2009 through May 31, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2009 through May 31, 2010. (Res.09-1413) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-11-09: Racine Journal Times be awarded the bid of publishing the Common Council proceedings and all legal notices for the period of June 1, 2009 through May 31, 2010, they being the only bidder. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101.010.5540; City Council Proceedings.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3573 A (Direct Referral) from the Interim City Administrator requesting to transfer $4,500.00 from City Administration Salaries (101.020.5010) to City Administration Furniture (101.020.5800) in order to purchase furniture for the CIty Administrator's Office.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) from the Interim City Administrator requesting to transfer $4,500.00 from City Administration Salaries (101.020.5010) to City Administration Furniture (101.020.5800) in order to purchase furniture for the CIty Administrator's Office. (Res.09-1411) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-11-09: $4,500.00 be transferred from City Administration Salaries (101.020.5010) to City Administration Furniture (101.020.5800) in order to purchase furniture for the City Administrator's Office. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3521 A Alderman of the 5th District requesting that an ordinance be drafted to require mobile food canteens to be mobile during the day.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting that an ordinance be drafted to require mobile food canteens to be mobile during the day. Recommendation of the Public Works Service Committee on 5-12-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3530 A Final payment for the replacement of boiler control and temperature control equipment at Wustum Museum, Graceland Cemetery, Washington Park Golf Course and the Racine Zoological Gardens.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment to Johnson Controls, Inc. for the replacement of boiler control and temperature control equipment at Wustum Museum, Graceland Cemetery, Washington Park Golf Course and the Racine Zoological Gardens. (Res.09-1407) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-12-09: The work done by Johnson Controls, Inc. for the replacement of the boiler control and temperature control equipment at Wustum Museum, Graceland Cemetery, Washington Park Golf Course and the Racine Zoological Gardens, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $114,241.00 Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0785, dated May 6, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3534 A Braun Intertec, informing the City of Racine of contamination within the City right-of-way at High Street and Wisconsin Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Braun Intertec, informing the City of Racine of contamination within the City right-of-way at High Street and Wisconsin Avenue. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-12-09: That this information be recorded on the City's G.I.S. Further Recommends that the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3537 A vacate the alley from 20th Street/DeKoven Avenue;CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the abutting property owners to vacate the alley from 20th Street/DeKoven Avenue; Jay Eye See/Phillips Avenue. (Res.09-1401) Recommendation of the Public Works Services Committee on 5-12-09: Since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued: The east-west alley bounded by DeKoven Avenue, 20th Street, Jay Eye See Avenue and Phillips Avenue. Further recommends that a preliminary resolution be introduced to the Common Council and referred to the City Plan Commission. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3545 A Final payment on Contract 42-08 (K8-050), Roof Replacement at Library, Solid Waste and Incinerator Buildings, Walsdorf Roofing Co., Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 42-08 (K8-050), Roof Replacement at Library, Solid Waste and Incinerator Buildings, Walsdorf Roofing Co., Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1408) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-12-09: The work done by Walsdorf Roofing Co., Inc. under Contract 42-08 (K8-050), Roof Replacement at Library Solid Waste and Incinerator Buildings (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $195,050.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0925, dated July 15, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3552 A Bid results on Contract 22-09 (K9-023), 2009 Alley Paving (R1).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 22-09 (K9-023), 2009 Alley Paving (R1). (Res.09-1404) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-12-09: That Contract 22-09 (K9-023), 2009 Alley Paving, be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $257,142.75, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 1,277.30 - Account 988.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement. $ 4,804.45 - Account 989.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement. $ 40,251.57 - Account 989.908.5010, Concrete Pavement Repl. $ 15,070.00 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. $189,911.93 - Account 906.000.5010, Concrete Paving Assessed $ 5,827.50 - Account 989.908.5320, Replacement Curb & Gutter $257,142.75 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3553 A Bid results on Contract 36-09 (K9-037), Colonial Park Streambank Stabilization.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 36-09 (K9-037), Colonial Park Streambank Stabilization. (Res.09-1405) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-12-09: That Contract 36-09 (K9-037), Colonial Park Streambank Stabilization, be awarded to Conservation Land Stewardship, Inc., Elmhurst, IL, at their bid price of $59,721.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 104.989.5420, Storm Sewer Miscellaneous Location. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3554 A Bid results on Contract 34-09 (K9-035), Roof replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 34-09 (K9-035), Roof replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center. (Res.09-1406) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-12-09: That Contract 34-09 (K9-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, be awarded to The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC, Milwaukee, WI at their bid price of $49,569.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 989.670.5020, Tyler - Domer Roof Replacment Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3557 A property owner at 3315 Chatham Street to remove his sidewalk.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District with a request from the property owner at 3315 Chatham Street to remove his sidewalk. (Res.09-1400) Recommendation of the Public Works Service Committee on 5-12-09 : That the property owner at 3315 Chatham Street be granted permission to remove the sidewalk north of his driveway fronting his property in accordance with the City's policy for the removal of sidewalks fronting residential property. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3559 A Final payment on Contract 39-07 (K7-045), Infra/Pave Pavement Management SoftwareCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 39-07 (K7-045), Infra/Pave Pavement Management Software, AECOM, consultant. (Res.09-1409) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-12-09: The professional service provided by AECOM Technologies, consultant under Contract 39-07 (K7-045), Professional Services. Infra/Pave Pavement Management Software, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $119,885.78. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0163, dated April 16, 2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3575 A Resolution No. 09-1381CommunicationSubject: Resolution No. 09-1381 of May 07, 2009, relating to the following street improvements: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING St. Patrick Street from Summit Avenue to Carlisle Avenue Alley - Arthur Avenue/Blaine Avenue; Kinzie Avenue/Lindermann Avenue Alley - 15TH Street/Beebe Court; Clark Street/Racine Street Alley - 20th Street/DeKoven Avenue; Hickory Grove Avenue/Case Avenue Alley - 20th Street/DeKoven Avenue; Jay Eye See Avenue/Phillips Alley - 20th Street/DeKoven Avenue; Kearney Avenue/Hickory Grove Avenue. Recommendation: That Resolution No. 09-1381, of May 7, 2009, be amended by deleting: Alley - 20th Street/DeKoven Avenue; Jay Eye See Avenue/Phillips Fiscal Note: The approved streets will be paid 100% by the abutting property owner.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3584 A Rotary Post Prom 2009CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of The Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club, for street closures, use of parking lot 4 and rental of Civic Center Ramps in conjunction with Prom 2009. (Res.09-1403) Recommendation: That the request of the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club, to close: Fifth Street, from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive, Festival Park Drive, from Fifth Street to Sixth Street, Sixth Street, from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive, Pershing Park Drive, from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street, and Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street, from 7:00 p.m., Saturday, May 16, 2009, to 4:30 a.m., Sunday, May 17, 2009, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved. 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 the event; C. The setup and dismantling of barricades will be the responsibility of the sponsor; D. Any overtime and/or equipment and material loss will be charged to thApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3585 A Memorial Day ParadeCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of Racine Area Veterans Council requesting street closure for the Memorial Day Parade. (Res.09-1402) Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Racine City Veterans Council to use certain City streets for the Memorial Day Parade, to start at Washington Avenue and West Boulevard, then proceed north on West Boulevard to Osborne Boulevard, and Osborne Boulevard to Graceland Cemetery, on Monday, May 25, 2009, between 9:00 a.m and 12:00 p.m. in conjunction with this City- sponsored event. The detour for STH 20 is Lathrop Avenue, 16th Street and Taylor Avenue. Further Recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works and Chief of Police, be authorized and directed to provide assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: This event is co-sponsored by the City of Racine; therefore, the requirement for a formal agreement, requiring hold harmless, an insurance certificate and any overtime charges for additional policemen are not needed.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3535 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent, submitting bids for Official Notice #8, One (1) Ten-Person Rapid Deployment Vehicle, for the Racine Police Department.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent, submitting bids for Official Notice #8, One (1) Ten-Person Rapid Deployment Vehicle, for the Racine Police Department. (Res.09-1398) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-11-09: That the bid be awarded to Ewald Automotive Group, they being the lowest responsible bidder at their bid price of $66,721.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 241.000.5780.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3536 A Hold harmless agreement request at Regency Mall Cinema for fire department trainingCommunicationSubject: Communication from Fire Chief Hansen requesting a hold harmless agreement for conducting fire department training at 5230 Durand Av, Regency Mall Cinema, before it is razed. (Res. 09-1397) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-11-09: That a hold harmless agreement be executed between the City of Racine and Regency Mall Cinema before the building is razed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3517 A CUP 1801 Quincy AveCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a request from Karen Sorenson seeking a conditional use permit for an automobile repair facility at 1801 Quincy Avenue. (Res.09-1415) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-13-09: That the item be approved subject to staff recommendations as amended. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3518 A CUP 726 Yout StreetCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a request from Karen Sorenson seeking a conditional use permit for a dance studio at 726 Yout Street. (Res.09-1416) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-13-09: That the item be approved subject to staff recommendations. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3577 A CUP 407 High StreetCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a request by Miranda Meyer of Lost Souls Studio, LLC seeking a conditional use permit to operate a tattoo and body piercing establishment at 407 High Street. (Res.09-1417) Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-13-09: That the item be approved subject to staff recommendations. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3578 A CUP 304 Main StreetCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a request by Michael Hefferon of Upurea, Inc. seeking a conditional use permit to offer massage therapy in conjunction with existing spas operations at 304 Main Street. (Res.09-1418) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-13-09: That the item be approved subject to staff recommendations as amended. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3493 A Sale of 1130 Washington AveCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Sale of 1130 Washington Avenue for redevelopment. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 5-6-09: That a 90-day option on 1130 Washington Avenue be granted to Abdo Markethouse, LLC. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 6-3-09: To reaffirm the selection of Abdo Markethouse, LLC granting them a 90-day option on 1130 Washington Avenue. Fiscal Note: Sale price for the property will be $70,000 and will be specified in the development agreement. The developer's costs associated with the option are estimated at $1,153.00 based on 2007-08 expenses.ReferredPass Action details Not available
09-3414 A Communication from the Old Timers Athletic Club requesting to place a concession wagon at Lakeview Park on July 4th.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Old Timers Athletic Club requesting to place a concession wagon at Lakeview Park on July 4th. (Res.09-1419) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-13-09: that the request be approved with stipulations. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3550 A Re-designation of 625 College AvenueZoning ItemSubject: Consideration of the re-designation of a Racine Landmark at 625 College Avenue, Unitarian Universalist Church of Racine and Kenosha (Historical Name: Church of the Good Shepherd). Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 5-4-09: That the Unitarian Universalist Church of Racine and Kenosha (Church of the Good Shepherd) at 625 College Avenue be re-designated a City of Racine Landmark based on the following criteria: (1) Social and Religious history (2) Identified with personages (3) Distinguishing architecture Further, that this matter be referred to the City Plan Commission.ReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1397 A Permission to conduct fire training at Regency Mall Cinema contingent upon execution of a Hold Harmless AgreementResolutionPermission to conduct fire training at Regency Mall Cinema contingent upon execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement Resolved, that permission be granted to the Racine Fire Department to conduct fire training at the Regency Mall Cinema, 5230 Durand Avenue, before the building is razed, contingent upon execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement between the City of Racine and Regency Mall Cinema. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1398 A Official Notice #8, One Ten-Person Rapid Deployment Vehicle for Racine Police Department be awarded to Ewald Automotive GroupResolutionOfficial Notice #8, One Ten-Person Rapid Deployment Vehicle for Racine Police Department be awarded to Ewald Automotive Group Resolved, that the bid for Official Notice #8, One (1) Ten-Person Rapid Deployment Vehicle for the Racine Police Department be awarded to Ewald Automotive Group, it being the lowest responsible bidder at its bid price of $66,721.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 241.000.5780.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1400 A Permission for property owner of 3315 Chatham Street to remove sidewalkResolutionPermission for property owner of 3315 Chatham Street to remove sidewalk Resolved, that the property owner at 3315 Chatham Street be granted permission to remove the sidewalk north of his driveway fronting his property in accordance with the City's policy for the removal of sidewalks fronting residential property. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1402 A Permission to close streets for Memorial Day ParadeResolutionPermission to close streets for Memorial Day Parade Resolved, that permission be granted to the Racine City Veterans Council to use certain City streets for the Memorial Day Parade, to start at Washington Avenue and West Boulevard, then proceed north on West Boulevard to Osborne Boulevard, and Osborne Boulevard to Graceland Cemetery, on Monday, May 25, 2009, between 9:00 a.m and 12:00 p.m. in conjunction with this City- sponsored event. The detour for STH 20 is Lathrop Avenue, 16th Street and Taylor Avenue. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works and Chief of Police, be authorized and directed to provide assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: This event is co-sponsored by the City of Racine; therefore, the requirement for a formal agreement, requiring a hold harmless agreement, an insurance certificate and any overtime charges for additional policemen are not needed.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1403 A Permission for street closures, use of Parking Lot 4 and rental of Civic Center Ramps for Prom 2009ResolutionPermission for street closures, use of Parking Lot 4 and rental of Civic Center Ramps for Prom 2009 Resolved, that the request of the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club, to close: Fifth Street, from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive, Festival Park Drive, from Fifth Street to Sixth Street, Sixth Street, from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive, Pershing Park Drive, from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street; and Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street, from 7:00 p.m., Saturday, May 16, 2009, to 4:30 a.m., Sunday, May 17, 2009, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved. 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 the event; C. The setup and dismantling of barricades will be the responsibility of the sponsor; D. Any overtime and/or equipment and material loss will be charged to the sponsor; E. Sponsor shall pay a $350.00 special event fee. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/CityAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1404 A Contract 22-09 (K9-023), 2009 Alley Paving, be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, IncResolutionContract 22-09 (K9-023), 2009 Alley Paving, be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. Resolved, that Contract 22-09 (K9-023), 2009 Alley Paving, be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at its bid price of $257,142.75, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 1,277.30 - Account 988.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement. $ 4,804.45 - Account 989.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement. $ 40,251.57 - Account 989.908.5010, Concrete Pavement Repl. $ 15,070.00 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. $ 189,911.93 - Account 906.000.5010, Concrete Paving Assessed $ 5,827.50 - Account 989.908.5320, Replacement Curb & Gutter $ 257,142.75 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1405 A Contract 36-09 (K9-037), Colonial Park Streambank Stabilization, be awarded to Conservation Land Stewardship, Inc.ResolutionContract 36-09 (K9-037), Colonial Park Streambank Stabilization, be awarded to Conservation Land Stewardship, Inc. Resolved, that Contract 36-09 (K9-037), Colonial Park Streambank Stabilization, be awarded to Conservation Land Stewardship, Inc., Elmhurst, IL, at its bid price of $59,721.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 104.989.5420, Storm Sewer Miscellaneous Location. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1406 A Contract 34-09 (K9-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, be awarded to The Penebaker Enterprises, LLCResolutionContract 34-09 (K9-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, be awarded to The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC Resolved, that Contract 34-09 (K9-035), Roof Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center, be awarded to The Penebaker Enterprises, LLC, Milwaukee, WI at its bid price of $49,569.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 989.670.5020, Tyler - Domer Roof Replacement Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1407 A Work done by Johnson Controls at Wustum Museum, Graceland Cemetery, Washington Park Golf Course and Racine Zoological Gardens be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by Johnson Controls at Wustum Museum, Graceland Cemetery, Washington Park Golf Course and Racine Zoological Gardens be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by Johnson Controls, Inc. for the replacement of the boiler control and temperature control equipment at Wustum Museum, Graceland Cemetery, Washington Park Golf Course and the Racine Zoological Gardens, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $114,241.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0785, dated May 6, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1408 A Work done by Walsdorf Roofing, Roof Replacement at Library, Solid Waste and Incinerator Buildings, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by Walsdorf Roofing, Roof Replacement at Library, Solid Waste and Incinerator Buildings, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by Walsdorf Roofing Co., Inc., under Contract 42-08 (K8-050), Roof Replacement at Library, Solid Waste and Incinerator Buildings (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $195,050.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0925, dated July 15, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1409 A Professional services provided by AECOM Technologies, Infra/Pave Pavement Management Software, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional services provided by AECOM Technologies, Infra/Pave Pavement Management Software, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the professional service provided by AECOM Technologies, consultant, under Contract 39-07 (K7-045), Professional Services, Infra/Pave Pavement Management Software, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $119,885.78. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0163, dated April 16, 2007.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1410 A To amend Resolution No. 9762 of April 14, 1997 by rescinding the financial obligationsResolutionTo amend Resolution No. 9762 of April 14, 1997 by rescinding the financial obligations Resolved, that Resolution No. 9762 of April 14, 1997, be amended by rescinding the financial obligations of $400.00 per year. Fiscal Note: The City will forgo a $400 annual fee but will receive the entire lease payment, up to $7,500, from the Racine Yacht Club.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1411 A Transfer of funds for purchase of furniture for City Administrator's OfficeResolutionTransfer of funds for purchase of furniture for City Administrator's Office Resolved, that $4,500.00 be transferred from City Administration Salaries (101.020.5010) to City Administration Furniture (101.020.5800) in order to purchase furniture for the City Administrator's Office. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1412 A Permission for Acting Public Health Administrator to apply for and accept grant funds from Great Lakes St. Lawrence Cities InitiativeResolutionPermission for Acting Public Health Administrator to apply for and accept grant funds from Great Lakes St. Lawrence Cities Initiative Resolved, that permission be granted to the Acting Public Health Administrator to apply for and accept grant funds from the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (Grant Control #2009-017). Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1413 A Bid for printing Common Council Proceedings be awarded to The Journal TimesResolutionBid for printing Common Council Proceedings be awarded to The Journal Times Resolved, that The Journal Times be awarded the bid to publish the Common Council Proceedings and all legal notices for the period of June 1, 2009 through May 31, 2010, they being the only bidder. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.010.5540, City Council Proceedings.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1414 A Permission for Finance Director to carry forward budgets from 2008 to 2009ResolutionPermission for Finance Director to carry forward budgets from 2008 to 2009 Resolved, that budgets be carried forward from 2008 to 2009 as follows: Encumbrances in 27 individual funds totaling $5,197,094.96 in outstanding purchase orders and contracts; 2007 Capital Projects of $863,668.42; 2008 Capital Projects of $2,294,967.01; Golf Course Capital Projects of $272,025.50; Cemetery Capital Projects of $42,040.10; Facade Grant Program of $32,860.13; General Fund operations of $117,270.88. Further resolved, that $75,000 of 2007 Capital Projects recaptured funds be appropriated for City Hall Facilities Plan Furniture; $158,434.28 of 2007 Capital Projects recaptured funds and $363,128.41 of 2008 Capital Projects recaptured funds be appropriated to help cover cost overruns on the Ohio Street 16th Street to 21st Street paving project. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds remaining from 2008 to be carried forward to 2009. Detailed account information is on file in the Finance Department.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1415 A Conditional Use Permit for 1801 Quincy AvenueResolutionConditional Use Permit for 1801 Quincy Avenue Resolved, that a Conditional Use Permit be granted to Lisa Hutchins to operate an auto repair at 1801 Quincy Avenue, subject to the following conditions: That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 13, 2009 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. That the hours the establishment is open to the general public be from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with no hours on Sunday. No deliveries or car test driving shall occur outside of normal business hours. That all aspects of the operation of the auto repair must be contained indoors, including the storage of parts and equipment. Body work and painting is not permitted at this location. Vehicles for repair are limited to private passenger automobiles and personal trucks or vans. No commercial vehicle repair is allowed except for that performed on light duty single axel trucks having a gross weight of less than 6,000 lbs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1416 A Conditional Use Permit for 726 Yout StreetResolutionConditional Use Permit for 726 Yout Street Resolved, that a Conditional Use Permit be granted to Heather Kent to open a dance studio at 726 Yout Street, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 13, 2009 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the studio hours for the public be Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. till 8:30 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. d. That all codes and ordinances shall be complied with and required permits acquired. e. That black awnings shall be installed along the Yout St. and Green St. frontage as shown on the sign plan. f. Signage shall be installed in the black/red theme as shown, made of black/white/yellow vinyl as shown on the submitted sign plan, and may not exceed a total sign area of 25 square feet. A revised signage plan is subject to review and approval by the Department of City Development, and is required prior to isAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1417 A Conditional Use Permit for 407 High StreetResolutionConditional Use Permit for 407 High Street Resolved, that a Conditional Use Permit be granted to Miranda Meyer of Lost Soul Studio, LLC for the operation of a tattoo and piercing establishment at 407 High Street, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 13, 2009 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Department. c. That all the requirements of the State Department of Health and Family Services be complied with. d. That the sale of food or drinks shall not be allowed at this location. e. That no loitering be allowed in or around the building, and signs to this effect be displayed in the view of patrons and the general public. f. That any litter adjacent to the store front removed and disposed of on a daily basis. g. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and stored in the building until pick up. h. That the maximum hours the establishment is open to the public be from 1AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1418 A Conditional Use Permit for 304 Main StreetResolutionConditional Use Permit for 304 Main Street Resolved, that a Conditional Use Permit to add massage therapy services at 304 Main Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 13, 2009 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the maximum hours the operation is to be open to the public are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and from 8:00 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. d. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired, that State approvals for massage establishments be obtained if applicable, and that only licensed massage therapists provide such services. 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 conditions of this permit without the approval of the Common Council. f. That this permit is subject tAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1419 A Permission for Old Timers Athletic Club to place a concession wagon at Lakeview Park on July 4thResolutionPermission for Old Timers Athletic Club to place a concession wagon at Lakeview Park on July 4th Resolved, that the Old Timers Athletic Club be granted permission to place a concession wagon at Lakeview Park parking lot south of the tennis courts on July 4th subject to the following stipulations: a. A hold harmless agreement be executed; b. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to the event; c. All required permits be obtained. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1399 A Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits & DamagesResolutionFinal - Ten (10) Year Benefits & Damages 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 12th day of May, 2009, 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 Ravine Drive from Crabapple Drive to Hickory Way Ravine Drive from North Osborne Boulevard to Crabapple Drive Harrington Drive from Spring Valley Drive to North Osborne Boulevard Crabapple Drive from Ravine Drive to Hickory Way Virginia Street from Ridgeway Avenue to 440’ north of Ridgeway Avenue Virginia Street from 440’ north of Ridgeway Avenue to Thomas Street 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 the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefoReferred  Action details Not available
Res.09-1401 A Vacation of alley from 20th Street/DeKoven Avenue; Jay Eye See/Phillips AvenueResolutionVacation of alley from 20th Street/DeKoven Avenue; Jay Eye See/Phillips Avenue Resolved, that since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, and more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued: The east-west alley bounded by DeKoven Avenue, 20th Street, Jay Eye See Avenue and Phillips Avenue. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
Res.09-1420 A Racine Common Council appreciation of Mayor Thomas FriedelResolutionRacine Common Council appreciation of Mayor Thomas Friedel WHEREAS, the unexpected, mid-term departure of the previous Mayor created an emergency situation in the City of Racine; and WHEREAS, following his appointment as Mayor by the Common Council, Tom Friedel took on the difficult job of crisis management and restored calm, public confidence and a sense of order, all the while adeptly addressing complex stimulus and personnel issues as well as maintaining a high level of day to day operations in the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the members of the Racine Common Council salute, thank and congratulate Mayor Tom Friedel for his outstanding public service during these difficult and trying times. Fiscal Note: N/AReceived As Read  Action details Not available