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07-0817
| A | | Communication from the 4th District Alderman requesting the two (2) civil war cannons rightfully be returned to Monument Square. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 4th District Alderman requesting the two (2) civil war cannons rightfully be returned to Monument Square.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-11-07: That the request be deferred.
Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 08-06-07: That the two civil war cannons not be returned to Monument Square. Further that in consultation with the appropriate City authority, the matter be scheduled for discussion at a future Landmarks Preservation Commission meeting to determine an appropriate location for the two (2) civil war cannons.
Recommendation of the Boards of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 08-08-07: That the cannons be reinstated to their proper place at Monument Square flanking the monument.
Fiscal Note: Design fee to be determined.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: The item to be received and filed to allow the Council to address the issue.
Fiscal Note: N | Referred | |
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07-0817
| A | | Communication from the 4th District Alderman requesting the two (2) civil war cannons rightfully be returned to Monument Square. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 4th District Alderman requesting the two (2) civil war cannons rightfully be returned to Monument Square.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-11-07: That the request be deferred.
Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 08-06-07: That the two civil war cannons not be returned to Monument Square. Further that in consultation with the appropriate City authority, the matter be scheduled for discussion at a future Landmarks Preservation Commission meeting to determine an appropriate location for the two (2) civil war cannons.
Recommendation of the Boards of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 08-08-07: That the cannons be reinstated to their proper place at Monument Square flanking the monument.
Fiscal Note: Design fee to be determined.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: The item to be received and filed to allow the Council to address the issue.
Fiscal Note: N | Referred | |
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07-0817
| A | | Communication from the 4th District Alderman requesting the two (2) civil war cannons rightfully be returned to Monument Square. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 4th District Alderman requesting the two (2) civil war cannons rightfully be returned to Monument Square.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-11-07: That the request be deferred.
Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 08-06-07: That the two civil war cannons not be returned to Monument Square. Further that in consultation with the appropriate City authority, the matter be scheduled for discussion at a future Landmarks Preservation Commission meeting to determine an appropriate location for the two (2) civil war cannons.
Recommendation of the Boards of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 08-08-07: That the cannons be reinstated to their proper place at Monument Square flanking the monument.
Fiscal Note: Design fee to be determined.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: The item to be received and filed to allow the Council to address the issue.
Fiscal Note: N | Referred | |
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07-0844
| A | | Racine Harley Davidson Lease Agreement | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to discuss extension of a lease agreement, for the period of two years, with Racine Harley Davidson for two motorcycles.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The City of Racine Police Department be authorized extension of a lease agreement, for the period of two years, with Racine Harley Davidson for two motorcycles and appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 7-9-07: That permission be granted to Chief Wahlen to extend the lease agreement for the period of two years, with Racine Harley Davidson for two motorcycles.
Fiscal Note: Lease rate of $1.00 per motorcycle. | Referred | |
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07-0844
| A | | Racine Harley Davidson Lease Agreement | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to discuss extension of a lease agreement, for the period of two years, with Racine Harley Davidson for two motorcycles.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The City of Racine Police Department be authorized extension of a lease agreement, for the period of two years, with Racine Harley Davidson for two motorcycles and appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 7-9-07: That permission be granted to Chief Wahlen to extend the lease agreement for the period of two years, with Racine Harley Davidson for two motorcycles.
Fiscal Note: Lease rate of $1.00 per motorcycle. | Referred | |
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07-0851
| A | | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services for an increase of $1,200.00 ($100.00/mo.) for janitorial contract at Community Centers with MJI, Inc. for use of green, environmentally safe products. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services for an increase of $1,200.00 ($100.00/mo.) for janitorial contract at Community Centers with MJI, Inc. for use of green, environmentally safe products.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-23-07: The item to be received and filed
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0853
| A | | Achieving Healthy Great Lakes Beaches | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for a grant from the Great Lakes Protection Fund for the Achieving Healthy Great Lakes Beaches program. (Grant Control #2007-036)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $950,618.00 grant from the Great Lakes Protection Fund for the Achieving Healthy Great Lake Beaches (Grant Control #2007-036) to develop metrics to define a healthy Great Lakes Beach.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Public Health Administrator apply for a $950,618.00 grant from the Great Lakes Protection Fund for the Achieving Healthy Great Lakes Beaches to develop metrics to define a healthy Great Lakes Beach.
Fiscal Note: No match required by the City. | Referred | |
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07-0853
| A | | Achieving Healthy Great Lakes Beaches | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for a grant from the Great Lakes Protection Fund for the Achieving Healthy Great Lakes Beaches program. (Grant Control #2007-036)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $950,618.00 grant from the Great Lakes Protection Fund for the Achieving Healthy Great Lake Beaches (Grant Control #2007-036) to develop metrics to define a healthy Great Lakes Beach.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Public Health Administrator apply for a $950,618.00 grant from the Great Lakes Protection Fund for the Achieving Healthy Great Lakes Beaches to develop metrics to define a healthy Great Lakes Beach.
Fiscal Note: No match required by the City. | Referred | |
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07-0856
| A | | CDC Lead Poisoning Prevention | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for the continuation of the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. (Grant Control #2007-035)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $87,327 agreement with the Department of Health and Family Services (Grant Control #2007-035) to be utilized for the continuation of the Lead Poisioning Prevention Program.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $87,327 agreement with the Department of Health and Family Services to be utilized for the continuation of the Lead Poisioning Prevention Program.
Fiscal Note: $87,327 grant; soft match of $43,664 (50%) covered by the City. | Referred | |
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07-0856
| A | | CDC Lead Poisoning Prevention | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for the continuation of the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. (Grant Control #2007-035)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $87,327 agreement with the Department of Health and Family Services (Grant Control #2007-035) to be utilized for the continuation of the Lead Poisioning Prevention Program.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $87,327 agreement with the Department of Health and Family Services to be utilized for the continuation of the Lead Poisioning Prevention Program.
Fiscal Note: $87,327 grant; soft match of $43,664 (50%) covered by the City. | Referred | |
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07-0858
| A | | Refugee Health Screen & Ed | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Division of Employment and Training for the Refugee Health Screening and Education Program. (Grant Control #2007-037)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,250 agreement with the Division of Employment and Training on behalf of the Workforce Development (Grant Control #2007-037) to be utilized for the reimbursement to the City of Racine Health Department for public health services provided to eligible refugees.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 7-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,250 agreement with the Division of Employment and Training on behalf of Workforce Development to be utilized for the reimbursement to the City of Racine Health Department for public health services provided to eligible refugees.
Fiscal Note: No match required by the City. | Referred | |
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07-0858
| A | | Refugee Health Screen & Ed | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Division of Employment and Training for the Refugee Health Screening and Education Program. (Grant Control #2007-037)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,250 agreement with the Division of Employment and Training on behalf of the Workforce Development (Grant Control #2007-037) to be utilized for the reimbursement to the City of Racine Health Department for public health services provided to eligible refugees.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 7-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,250 agreement with the Division of Employment and Training on behalf of Workforce Development to be utilized for the reimbursement to the City of Racine Health Department for public health services provided to eligible refugees.
Fiscal Note: No match required by the City. | Referred | |
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07-0861
| A | | Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to accept the 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), grant control #2007-001. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to accept the 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), grant control #2007-001, to be split equally with Racine County Sheriff's Department. The City's share of the award will be $36,884.50, with no City match required.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $73,769.00 agreement with the 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (Grant Control #2007-001) to be split equally with Racine County Sheriff's Department.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 7-9-07: That permission be granted for Chief Wahlen to accept the 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), grant control #2007-001, to be split equally with Racine County Sheriff's Department. The City's share of the award will be $36,884.50,
Fiscal Note: The City's portion will be $36,884.50 with no match required by the City. | Referred | |
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07-0861
| A | | Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to accept the 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), grant control #2007-001. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to accept the 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), grant control #2007-001, to be split equally with Racine County Sheriff's Department. The City's share of the award will be $36,884.50, with no City match required.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $73,769.00 agreement with the 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (Grant Control #2007-001) to be split equally with Racine County Sheriff's Department.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 7-9-07: That permission be granted for Chief Wahlen to accept the 2007 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), grant control #2007-001, to be split equally with Racine County Sheriff's Department. The City's share of the award will be $36,884.50,
Fiscal Note: The City's portion will be $36,884.50 with no match required by the City. | Referred | |
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07-0873
| A | | Small Cities Sustainability Award | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funds from the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative on behalf of the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, for the Small Cities Sustainability Award. (Grant Control #2007-038)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $5,000 grant from the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative on behalf of the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, for the Small Cities Sustainability Award (Grant Control #2007-038) to fund various environmental activities at the Recreation and Environmental Education Community Center.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Public Health Administrator apply for a $5,000 grant from the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative on behalf of the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, for the Small Cities Sustainability Award to fund various environmental activities at the Recreation and Environmental Education Communit | Referred | |
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07-0873
| A | | Small Cities Sustainability Award | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funds from the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative on behalf of the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, for the Small Cities Sustainability Award. (Grant Control #2007-038)
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $5,000 grant from the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative on behalf of the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, for the Small Cities Sustainability Award (Grant Control #2007-038) to fund various environmental activities at the Recreation and Environmental Education Community Center.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Public Health Administrator apply for a $5,000 grant from the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative on behalf of the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, for the Small Cities Sustainability Award to fund various environmental activities at the Recreation and Environmental Education Communit | Referred | |
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07-0793
| A | | Repave Queens Court. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District submitting the request of the residents of Queens Court to have the street repaved.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-0835
| A | | Evelyn's Club Main, Catherine R. Kett, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 331 Main Street. | Communication | Subject: Application of Evelyn's Club Main, Catherine R. Kett, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 331 Main Street.
(1st District) | Referred | |
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07-0842
| A | | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to waive bidding for Flex Court Installation. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to waive bidding for Flex Court Installation. | Referred | |
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07-0849
| A | | Amend the premises description at 600 6th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Timothy York's Bistro, requesting to amend the premises description at 600 6th Street. | Referred | |
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07-0864
| A | | Club La Pantera, Pedro Cruz, Agent, for a "Class B" Fermented Malt and Intoxicating Liquor License at 1240 Washington Avenue. ( 3rd District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Club La Pantera, Pedro Cruz, Agent, for a "Class B" Fermented Malt and Intoxicating Liquor License at 1240 Washington Avenue. ( 3rd District) | Referred | |
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07-0874
| A | | renewal application for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008. | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008.
Bhupinder Kaur Bhatti 965 Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Drive
(Sam's Liquor) | Referred | |
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07-0866
| A | | Racine Zoological Society and the City of Racine be extended for an additional two years. | Communication | Subject: Communication from President & CEO of the Racine Zoological Society requesting the operating agreement between the Racine Zoological Society and the City of Racine be extended for an additional two years.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-11-07: that the request be approved.
Fiscal note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0660
| A | | Requesting permission to accept a grant from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network, Grant Control No. 2007-029 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner Public Works/Engineering requesting permission to accept a grant from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network, Grant Control No. 2007-029.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: Item to be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0700
| A | | Reorganization of DPW Facility Management Division. | Communication | Subject: 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 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0746
| A | | Attorney Professional Services Budget funding request | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the 2007 Budget, account 101.160.5610, Professional Services.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: Permission granted to transfer $50,000 from account 101.990.5970, Contingency to cover account 101.160.5610, Professional Services.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for the transfer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0763
| A | | FSKF Home Visitor UWRC | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the United Way of Racine County. (Grant Control #2007-034)
Also refer to the Board of Health.
Staff recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $60,982 agreement with the United Way of Racine County (Grant Control No. 2007-034) to be utilized for the FSKF Home Visitor Program.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $60,982 agreement with the United Way of Racine County to be utilized for the FSKF Home Visitor Program.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0773
| A | | claim of Barbara Thompson | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Barbara Thompson for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: The claim of Barbara Thompson, of 1737 Howe Street, be settled in the amount of $17,000 for injuries and damages arising from an auto accident on June 14, 2005 with a DPW vehicle.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101.990.5910, Judgment and Claims. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0794
| A | | Discuss bond issue to cover the 2007 Capital Projects | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of the Finance Department requesting to discuss the bond issue to cover the 2007 Capital Projects.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: Authorization be granted to borrow sufficient funds to cover the 2007 Capital Improvement Projects.
Fiscal Note: Note Anticipation Notes issuance of approximately $7,500,000 for 2007 CIP. Final debt amount will be determined by market conditions and total issuance costs. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0669
| A | | Mt. Pleasant request to share cost of paving 16th Street. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the request of the Village of Mt. Pleasant for the City of Racine to participate in the cost of paving 16th Street from west of Ostergaard Avenue to west of Oakdale Avenue.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk enter into an agreement with the Village of Mt. Pleasant for the rubbilization and overlaying of bituminous concrete on 16th Street from STH 31 to Ostergaard Avenue.
Further recommends that the City of Racine agrees to pay 48% of the construction cost for its share of the construction project for the rubbilization and placement of bituminous concrete and 36% of the engineering, legal and administrative costs which are currently estimated at $106,117.00. The City of Racine’s final cost will be based upon the actual cost to perform the work on the City's share of the project based upon actual bid pricing.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this work are available in the intergovernmental shared sewer revenue fund.
Fiscal Note: Funds are avai | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0684
| A | | Request to close streets for the Senor de Tlacolula Celebration procession. | Communication | Subject: 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 d | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0736
| A | | Resolution 07-0246 of June 5, 2007 relating to street improvements. | Communication | Subject: Resolution 07-0246 of June 5, 2007 relating to street improvements.
Recommendation of 6-12-07: Resolution No. 07-0246, of June 5, 2007, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
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.
and, as amended , Resolution No. 07-0246, of June 5, 2007, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Funds will be appropriated in the 2008 C.I.P. for these alley improvements, and special assessments will be paid by the abutting property owners for the alley improvements.
Recommendation of 6-26-07: That Resolution No. 07-0246, of June 5, 2007, be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0750
| A | | Henry & Wanda's request to close Park Avenue on August 18, 2007 for the Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Henry & Wanda's to close Park Avenue between 6th Street and 7th Street on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 9 a.m. to midnight, for the Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally.
Recommendation: That Henry & Wanda’s be granted permission to close Park Avenue from 6th Street to 7th Street on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 12 midnight for the Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally.
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. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way.
F. 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 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0752
| A | | Storm sewer easement for the Reservoir Park project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a storm sewer easement for the Reservoir Park project.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an easement agreement for the installation of a storm sewer on the property commonly known as 4513 Durand Avenue, Tax No. 151 0323 30007000.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0754
| A | | Spirit of Racine Triathlon request to use city right-of-way. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Sales/Marketing Director of the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau requesting permission to use city right-of-way on July 22, 2007, for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon.
Recommendation: The Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau and HFP Racing be granted permission to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets as indicated on their race map, for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon to be held on Saturday, July 21, 2007, from 3:00 a.m. to noon, and on Sunday, July 22, 2007, from 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.,
Barker Street from Main Street to its terminus with Lake Michigan,
Goold Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Augusta Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Wolff Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
William Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Lombard Avenue from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Lakecrest Drive from Main Street to Michigan Boulelvard;
with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0766
| A | | Pave Victorian Drive from Emstan Hills Road to Maryland Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer wishing to discuss the paving of Victorian Drive from Emstan Hills Road to Maryland Avenue with portland cement concrete.
Recommendation: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of Victorian Drive from Emstan Hills Road to Maryland Avenue with portland cement concrete, and that the cost of the project be assessed to the abutting property owners.
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 Presented | Pass |
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07-0786
| A | | Big Fish Bash request to use turn-arounds at Festival Park for parking on July 19-22, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Executive Director of the Big Fish Bash requesting to use the turn-arounds at Festival Park for parking during the Big Fish Bash on July 19-22, 2007.
Recommendation: That Big Fish Bash be granted permission to close the turnarounds adjacent to Festival Park Drive and Christopher Columbus Causeway, on July 19-22, 2007, in accordance with their request.
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.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. Since only a partial street closing is involved, no special event fee will be charged. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0790
| A | | Racine Boat & RV show | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Recreational Leadership Co., LLC, requesting permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway for the Racine Boat & RV Show on August 6-12, 2007.
Recommendation: That Recreational Leadership Company, LLC be granted permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway, from Lake Avenue east to the water’s edge, from 8:00 a.m. on August 6, 2007 to 10:00 p.m. on August 12, 2007, for the Racine Boat & RV Show.
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 $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: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0791
| A | | Repave Lighthouse Drive | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting the repaving of Lighthouse Drive.
Recommendation: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of Queens Court from Lighthouse Drive to the dead end.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable street project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0798
| A | | Final payment on Contract 38-06(K6-040), 2006 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase II, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissoner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 38-06 (K6-040), 2006 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase II, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor.
Recommendation: The work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under Contract 38-06 (K6-040), 2006 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase II, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $211,349.78, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 06-7176, dated August 15, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0819
| A | | Facade variance at 3210 Douglas Ave. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from Kiernan Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., 3210 Durand Avenue, requesting a variance for facade and storefront renovations.
Recommendation: The property owner of 3210 Durand Avenue be granted permission to install a decorative facade which extends over the public right-of-way by 4", as requested, with the stipulation that no part of the facade extension shall rest on or touch the public sidewalk, and that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets.
Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0614
| A | | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety & Licensing Committee for permission to enter into an agreement with Ken Saiki Design Inc. to prepare specifications for the Monument Square enhancements. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety & Licensing Committee for permission to enter into an agreement with Ken Saiki Design Inc. to prepare specifications for the Monument Square enhancements. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0792
| A | | Direct Referral, Bids for Contract 42-07 (K7-050) Masonry and Wall Repair at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries (R1) | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral, Bids for Contract 42-07 (K7-050) Masonry and Wall Repair at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries (R1).
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 06-25-07: The Director of Parks & Recreation & Cultrual Services be granted permission to enter into an agreement with Pukall Company Inc., for masonry and wall repair at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries in the amount of $218, 065.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 207.000.576, Mound Cemetery crypt renovation.
207.000.5760 Graceland Cemetery War Memorial Renovation - $26,185.00
207.000.5760 Mound Cemetery Crypt Renovation - $73,255.00
207.000.5760 Mound Cemetery Maintenance Building Renovation - $118,625.00 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0755
| A | | (Change of Agent) Application of Aldi's Inc. 3110 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (Change of Agent) Application of Aldi's Inc. 3110 Douglas Avenue, Lorelei Rasch, Agent, for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3110 Douglas Avenue. (7th District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0764
| A | | Renewal applications for Massage Establishments for 2007-2008. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Renewal applications for Massage Establishments for 2007-2008.
Rejuvenations 215 6th Street
Northside Spa 1401 Douglas Avenue | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0775
| A | | (New) Application of Better Day BP TTDH, Inc., Constantin Tousis, Agent for a Class "A" | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Better Day BP TTDH, Inc., Constantin Tousis, Agent for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License and Gasoline Station Owner/Managers license for 2100 Douglas Avenue. (5th District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0823
| A | | The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: (DIRECT REFERRAL) The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:
Chef Lory, LLC 600 Sixth Street
Joan L. Stepanski, Agent
Lush Life, Inc. 550 State Street
Jeannie Dillion, Agent
Roma Associates of Racine, Inc. 3701 Durand Avenue
Anthony J. Marino, Agent
The following renewal application(s) for a Wholesale License for 2007-2008:
Domanik Sales 2300 South Street
The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0845
| A | | Ordinance 11-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 11-07
To create Sec. 6-195 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Security cameras. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0846
| B | | Ordinance No. 12-07 | Communication | Subject: 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.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 6-25-07: That the ordinance which was distributed to committee members at the meeting, be adopted with the following amendments:
(c) employ such unarmed or armed private security person as defined by Chapter 22, Article XXVII of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, as may be deemed useful and necessary to ensure the safe operation of such gasoline service station;
(d)install and operate such additional security measures as may be deemed useful and necessary to ensure the safe operation of such gasoline service station;
(e)have such premise’s conditional use permit(s) revoked or modified;
(f)be subject to such additional and further sanctions as may be imposed by the Common Council.” | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0847
| A | | Ordinance No. 14-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 14-07
To amend Sec. 6-4(a) and (b) and to create Sec. 6-4(e) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcoholic beverages; Prohibited sale, possession or consumption of alcohol beverages in certain public places. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0848
| A | | Ordinance No. 15-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 15-07
To create Sections 82-44, 82-45 and 82-46 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Streets, sidewalks and certain other public places - Street festivals; Application for permit; Street closing. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0850
| A | | Ordinance No. 16-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 16-07
To create Article VII of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin Relating to Regulation of the Sale, Application and Use of Fertilizers. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0721
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the April 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the April 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban system.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0722
| A | | Communicaton from John Mozol Jr., filing a complaint against a Belle Urban System driver for an incident on June 3, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from John Mozol Jr., filing a complaint against a Belle Urban System driver for an incident on June 3, 2007.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0723
| A | | Authorization to apply for FTA grants | Communication | Subject: Authorization for the Mayor and/or designee to execute and file applications for Federal assistance on behalf of the City of Racine with the Federal Transit Administration for Federal assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. chapter 53, Title 23, United States Code, or other Federal statutes authorizing projects administered by the Federal Transit Administration.
Recommendation: The resolution be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0795
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2007 operating and financial report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2007 operating and financial report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0806
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0607
| A | | Rezoning 1300 (odd) Block of Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Director of City Development to rezone 1300 (odd) Block of Washington Avenue.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That an ordinance be created and a public hearing scheduled.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-27-07: that this item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0705
| A | | Communication requesting purchase of city property | Communication | Subject: 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/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0731
| A | | WI DNR request for the reclassification of flood-fringe to flood-storage as it relates to the Pike Creek basin and the Sorenson Creek basin. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources requesting the reclassification of flood-fringe to flood-storage as it relates to the Pike Creek basin and the Sorenson Creek basin.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-27-07: That a letter of understanding be forwarded to the Village of Mt. Pleasant and the Wisconsin DNR, and that an ordinance be prepared.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0821
| A | | Proposed creation of a Business Improvement District for the Uptown Commercial Area. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Proposed creation of a Business Improvement District for the Uptown Commercial Area.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-27-07: That Uptown business Improvement District Operating Plan as presented to the City Plan Commission on June 27, 2007 be approved.
Further that the Mayor be authorized to appoint members to the BID Board.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0617
| A | | Mr. Damian Warshall, Vice President Housing Investments JPMorgan Capital Corporation | Communication | Subject: Request from Mr. Damian Warshall, Vice President Housing Investments JPMorgan Capital Corporation for City Loan Board of Review to write off loan on Lincoln School Historic Apartments at 1130 Carlisle Avenue, Racine, WI 53404
Recommendation of the Loan Board on 6-28-07: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and direct to execute an Assignment, Assumption and Novation Agreement with Lincoln School Historic Apartments and WHP-Lincoln School, LLC, and a Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement for the property.
Fiscal Note: The recommended action revises the city’s mortgage on this property. It does not write it off. The revision provides for the city to receive a payment of $29,296.00 on this currently non-performing mortgage and for the mortgage to be restructured so that principal and interest are forgiven over a 14 year period (1/14th per year) if the apartments remain affordable for low and moderate income persons. The revision allows the property to be sold to a non-profit organization that will improve the property and has agreed to make payments in lieu of propert | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0859
| D | | Pointe Blue redevelopment project | Communication | Subject: Request from Pointe Blue redevelopment project for a City loan guarantee
Recommendation of the Loan Board on 6-28-07: That the City of Racine guarantee a loan from First Wisconsin Bank & Trust to Key Bridge Group, Inc., said guarantee not to exceed $750,000 for a term of three years.
Further recommends that the appropriate city officials be authorized to execute a Limited Guarantee of Specific Transaction documenting said guarantee.
Fiscal Note: The quarantee is not an expenditure of funds. It will be recorded as a liability against the housing loan portfolio, account 820, until the expiration of the guarantee. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0685
| A | | West Racine usage of 3100 block Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: 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 of | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0863
| A | | Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments to the following Committees and Commissions for the City of Racine:
Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services:
Reappoint Don Nielson, 3317 N. Wisconsin Avenue, (Racine Unified Representative) for a one-year term ending in April 2008.
Cable Television Commission:
Appoint Gary Alvarado, 1009 College Avenue, for a three-year term ending in May 2010.
Transit and Parking Commission:
Appoint Kristin Niemec, 831 Orchard Street, to fill an unexpired term (replacing Mark Kowbel) ending in October 2009. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0782
| A | | 2006 Audit Presentation | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Water Utility presenting the 2006 audit from Clifton-Gunderson.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: Receive and file the 2006 audited Water utility financial statements.
Fiscal Note: The 2006 Water utility financial statements will be merged into the 2006 City of Racine financial statements. | Referred | |
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07-0818
| A | | Use of City property for temp spoils storage | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager requesting use of City property for temporary spoils storage.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That a request from the General Manager of the Water and Waste Water Utilities, seeking to use City property at 710 Rickeman Ct. for temporary storage of spoils from water main breaks be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That this facility comply with hydrologic standards outlined in Section 114-851 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City and all other applicable regulations of Section 114 relating to activities in floodland and shoreland areas.
c. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
d. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this approval 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.
e. That this approval is | Referred | |
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07-0783
| A | | Presentation of 2006 Audit | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility presenting the 2006 audit from Clifton-Gunderson.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-07: Receive and file the 2006 audited Wastewater financial statements.
Fiscal Note: The 2006 Wastewater financial statements will be merged into the 2006 City of Racine financial statements. | Referred | |
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Ord.13-07
| A | | Ordinance No. 13-07
To create Sec. 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Utilities. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 13-07
To create Sec. 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Utilities; Amalgam Management at Dental Offices.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Section 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
“98-157. Amalgam Management at Dental Offices
(1) This section applies to any dental office that places or removes amalgam. If work in a dental office is limited to work that does not involve placing or removing amalgam, such as
orthodontics, periodontics, oral and maxillo-facial surgery, endodontics, or prosthodontics,
then this section does not apply.
(2) All dental offices shall implement best management practices for amalgam as established by the Wisconsin Dental Association.
(3) Within the shortest reasonable time, but not later than February 1, 2008, every vacuum
system where amalgam is placed or removed shall include an amalgam separator that meets
the criteria of the International Standards Organization (ISO 11143). Dental offi | Referred | |
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Ord.13-07
| A | | Ordinance No. 13-07
To create Sec. 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Utilities. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 13-07
To create Sec. 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Utilities; Amalgam Management at Dental Offices.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Section 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
“98-157. Amalgam Management at Dental Offices
(1) This section applies to any dental office that places or removes amalgam. If work in a dental office is limited to work that does not involve placing or removing amalgam, such as
orthodontics, periodontics, oral and maxillo-facial surgery, endodontics, or prosthodontics,
then this section does not apply.
(2) All dental offices shall implement best management practices for amalgam as established by the Wisconsin Dental Association.
(3) Within the shortest reasonable time, but not later than February 1, 2008, every vacuum
system where amalgam is placed or removed shall include an amalgam separator that meets
the criteria of the International Standards Organization (ISO 11143). Dental offi | Referred | |
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07-0613
| A | | Communication regarding Jones Park | Communication | Subject: Communication from Jan Roland, President of Racine Habitat for Humanity, requesting the transfer of the north side of Jones Park to Habitat for Humanity to build homes.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That this item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 6-13-07: that the request be approved.
Fiscal note: None
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-27-07: That this item is not in conflict with City Plans and Programs.
Further that the transfer be approved.
Further that a reversion clause in the City's favor be included in the transfer documents.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.07-0297
| A | | Settlement of Claim | Resolution | Settlement of Claim
Resolved, that the claim of Barbara Thompson, of 1737 Howe Street, be settled in the amount of $17,000 for injuries and damages arising from an auto accident on June 14, 2005 with a DPW vehicle.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101.990.5910, Judgment and Claims. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0298
| A | | Transfer of funds for City Attorney's Office | Resolution | Transfer of funds for City Attorney's Office
Resolved, that permission be granted to transfer $50,000 from Account 101.990.5970, Contingency, to cover Account 101.160.5610, Professional Services.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for the transfer. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0299
| A | | 2007 Capital Improvement Projects Funds | Resolution | 2007 Capital Improvement Projects Funds
Resolved, that the Director of Finance be authorized and directed to borrow sufficient funds to cover the 2007 Capital Improvement Projects.
Fiscal Note: Note Anticipation Notes issuance of approximately $7,500,000 for 2007 CIP. Final debt amount will be determined by market conditions and total issuance costs. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0300
| A | | Agreement for Monument Square Enhancements | Resolution | Agreement for Monument Square Enhancements
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Ken Saiki Design Inc. to prepare specifications for the Monument Square enhancements.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 207.000.5760, Mound Cemetery maintenance building renovation, in an amount not to exceed $15,000. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0301
| A | | Agreement for wall repair at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries | Resolution | Agreement for wall repair at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Pukall Company Inc., for masonry and wall repair at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries in the amount of $218, 065.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 207.000.576, Mound Cemetery crypt renovation.
207.000.5760 Graceland Cemetery War Memorial Renovation - $26,185.00
207.000.5760 Mound Cemetery Crypt Renovation - $73,255.00
207.000.5760 Mound Cemetery Maintenance Building Renovation - $118,625.00 | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0302
| A | | Big Fish Bash Event | Resolution | Big Fish Bash Event
Resolved, that the Big Fish Bash be granted permission to close the turnarounds adjacent to Festival Park Drive and Christopher Columbus Causeway, on July 19-22, 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.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. Since only a partial street closing is involved, no special event fee will be charged. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0303
| A | | Henry & Wanda's Event for Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally | Resolution | Henry & Wanda's Event for Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally
Resolved, that Henry & Wanda’s be granted permission to close Park Avenue from 6th Street to 7th Street on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 12 midnight for the Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally.
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 at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way.
F. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 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 assi | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0304
| A | | Racine Boat & RV Show | Resolution | Racine Boat & RV Show
Resolved, that Recreational Leadership Company, LLC be granted permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway, from Lake Avenue east to the water’s edge, from 8:00 a.m. on August 6, 2007 to 10:00 p.m. on August 12, 2007, for the Racine Boat & RV Show.
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 pay a $250.00 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 assist in implementing this event. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0305
| A | | Cristo Rey Parish Tlacolula Celebration | Resolution | Cristo Rey Parish Tlacolula Celebration
Resolved, 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 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 pay a $400.00 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 assist in implementing this event. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0306
| A | | Spirit of Racine Triathlon | Resolution | Spirit of Racine Triathlon
Resolved, that the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau and HFP Racing be granted permission to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets as indicated on their race map, for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon to be held on Saturday, July 21, 2007, from 3:00 a.m. to noon, and on Sunday, July 22, 2007, from 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.,
Barker Street from Main Street to its terminus with Lake Michigan,
Goold Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Augusta Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Wolff Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
William Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Lombard Avenue from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Lakecrest Drive from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard;
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 (7 | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0307
| A | | Variance request for 3210 Durand Avenue | Resolution | Variance request for 3210 Durand Avenue
Resolved, that the property owner of 3210 Durand Avenue be granted permission to install a decorative facade which extends over the public right-of-way by 4", as requested, with the stipulation that no part of the facade extension shall rest on or touch the public sidewalk, and that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0425, Privileges in Streets.
Further resolved, that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0308
| A | | Agreement with Village of Mt. Pleasant for Paving | Resolution | Agreement with Village of Mt. Pleasant for Paving
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Village of Mt. Pleasant for the rubbilization and overlaying of bituminous concrete on 16th Street from STH 31 to Ostergaard Avenue.
Further resolved, that the City of Racine agrees to pay 48% of the construction cost for its share of the construction project for the rubbilization and placement of bituminous concrete and 36% of the engineering, legal and administrative costs which are currently estimated at $106,117.00. The City of Racine’s final cost will be based upon the actual cost to perform the work on the City's share of the project based upon actual bid pricing.
Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of this work are available in the intergovernmental shared sewer revenue fund.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0309
| A | | Final Payment for 2006 Sidewalk Replacement | Resolution | Final Payment for 2006 Sidewalk Replacement
Resolved, that the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under Contract 38-06 (K6-040), 2006 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase II, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $211,349.78, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 06-7176, dated August 15, 2006. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0310
| A | | Storm Sewer Easement Agreement for the Reservoir Park Project | Resolution | Storm Sewer Easement Agreement for the Reservoir Park Project
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an easement agreement for the installation of a storm sewer on the property commonly known as 4513 Durand Avenue, Tax No. 151 0323 30007000.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0311
| A | | Preliminary - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages | Resolution | Preliminary - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
Resolved, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under 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
Oakes Road from Sixteenth Street +/- 3,000 feet
Curb And Gutter
Oakes Road from Sixteenth Street +/- 3,000 feet
Sewer And Water
Oakes Road from Sixteenth Street +/- 3,000 feet
2. Said public improvement shall consist of Portland Cement Concrete Paving, Curb And Gutter And Sewer And Water.
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 assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in te | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0312
| A | | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages | Resolution | Final - 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 26th day of June, 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
Apple Tree Circle from N. Illinois Street to N. Oregon 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 therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved.
2. That the Commissioner of Public Works is directed to advertise for bids and to carry out the work of such improvement in accordance with the report of the Commissioner of Public Works.
3. That payment for said improvements be made by assessin | Referred | |
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Res.07-0313
| A | | Resolution in Support of the Extension of Commuter Rail Service From Kenosha to Racine and Milwaukee | Resolution | Resolution in Support of the Extension of Commuter Rail Service From Kenosha to Racine and Milwaukee
Whereas, the Counties and Cities of Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha in cooperation with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation have agreed to sponsor a Transit Alternatives Analysis Corridor Study and Draft Environmental Impact Study for enhanced public transit service generally east of I-94 in the Counties of Kenosha, Racine and Milwaukee (KRM); and
Whereas, the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (SEWRPC), by an intergovernmental agreement, has agreed to serve as project manager for the purpose of managing the Transit Alternatives Analysis/Draft Environmental Impact Statement (AA/DEIS); and
Whereas, the KRM project purpose and need is to provide high quality transit service connecting Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee Counties with each other and with northeastern Illinois, thereby improving access to jobs and labor force, encouraging high density mixed use and more efficient land development around stations, and attracting increased transit ridership, pot | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0314
| A | | Transfer of land to Habitat for Humanity | Resolution | Transfer of land to Habitat for Humanity
Resolved, that the transfer of the north side of Jones Park to Habitat for Humanity to build homes be approved as this item is not in conflict with City plans and policies.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0315
| A | | Approval of Uptown Business Improvement District Operating Plan | Resolution | Approval of Uptown Business Improvement District Operating Plan
Resolved, that the Uptown Business Improvement District Operating Plan as presented to the City Plan Commission on June 27, 2007 be approved.
Further resolved, that the Mayor be authorized to appoint members to the BID Board.
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Res.07-0316
| A | | Hold Harmless Agreement | Resolution | Hold Harmless Agreement
Resolved, that permission be granted to C.D. Smith Construction, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, to install groundwater dewatering points at several locations around the tank perimeter in the parking lot west of the underground tank in West Racine, between Grove Avenue and Hayes Avenue, south of Washington Avenue contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0317
| A | | Resolution authorizing the filing of applications with the Federal Transit Administration, an operating administration of the United States Department of Transportation, for Federal transportation assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. chapter 53, title 23 Un | Resolution | Resolution authorizing the filing of applications with the Federal Transit Administration, an operating administration of the United States Department of Transportation, for Federal transportation assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. chapter 53, title 23 United States Code, and other Federal statutes administered by the Federal Transit Administration.
Whereas, the Federal Transportation Administrator has been delegated authority to award Federal financial assistance for a transportation project; and
Whereas, the grant or cooperative agreement for Federal financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the City of Racine, and may require the City of Racine to provide the local share of the project cost; and
Whereas, City of Racine has or will provide all annual certifications and assurances to the Federal Transit Administration required for the project.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved By The City Of Racine:
1. That the Mayor or his/her designee is authorized to execute and file applications for Federal assistance on behalf of the City of Racine with the Federal T | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0318
| A | | Permission to use Redevelopment Property for Western Days | Resolution | Permission to use Redevelopment Property for Western Days
Resolved, 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 resolved, that the Chairman and Executive Director of the Authority be authorized to execute an agreement with the West Racine Business and Professional Association for the temporary use consistent with the condition | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0319
| A | | Pointe Blue Redevelopment Project Request for City Loan Guarantee | Resolution | Pointe Blue Redevelopment Project Request for City Loan Guarantee
Resolved, that the City of Racine guarantee a loan from First Wisconsin Bank & Trust to Key Bridge Group, Inc., said guarantee not to exceed $750,000 for a term of three years.
Further resolved, that the appropriate city officials be authorized to execute a Limited Guarantee of Specific Transaction documenting said guarantee.
Fiscal Note: The guarantee is not an expenditure of funds. It will be recorded as a liability against the housing loan portfolio, account 820, until the expiration of the guarantee. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0320
| A | | Lincoln School Historic Apartments Assignment, Assumption and Novation Agreement | Resolution | Lincoln School Historic Apartments Assignment, Assumption and Novation Agreement
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and direct to execute an Assignment, Assumption and Novation Agreement with Lincoln School Historic Apartments and WHP-Lincoln School, LLC, and a Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement for the property.
Fiscal Note: The recommended action revises the city’s mortgage on this property. It does not write it off. The revision provides for the city to receive a payment of $29,296.00 on this currently non-performing mortgage and for the mortgage to be restructured so that principal and interest are forgiven over a 14 year period (1/14th per year) if the apartments remain affordable for low and moderate income persons. The revision allows the property to be sold to a non-profit organization that will improve the property and has agreed to make payments in lieu of property taxes. | Adopted | Pass |
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