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Ord.07-07
| A | 1. | Ordinance No. 7-07
To amend Secs. 58-63(a), 58-64(a) and create Sec. 58-66 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Historic Preservation. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 7-07
To amend Secs. 58-63(a), 58-64(a) and create Sec. 58-66 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Historic Preservation.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 58-63(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end of the paragraph: "unless the landmark or landmark site is re-designated in accordance with section 58-66."
Part 2:
Sec. 58-64(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end of the paragraph: "unless the landmark or landmark site is re-designated in accordance with section 58-66."
Part 3:
Sec. 58-66 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
"Sec. 58-66. Procedure for re-designation of landmarks designated prior to January 1, 2006.
(a) The designation of properties as landmarks or landmark sites prior to January 1, 2006, shall substitute for the procedure set forth in subsections 58-62 (a) - (d).
(b) Prior to reco | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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07-0471
| A | 2. | Naifeh Abdelrahman claim | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Naifeh Abdelrahman for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-7-07: The claim of Naifeh Abdelrahman, 1620 Boyd Avenue, requesting a $4,141.11 reimbursement caused by damage to her vehicle from a fallen tree branch be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0473
| A | 3. | claim of American Family Ins Co and Carla & Ronald Prochnow | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City attorney submitting the claims of American Family Insurance Company and its insureds, Carla & Ronald Prochnow, for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-7-07: The claim of American Family Insurance company and their insured, Carla & Ronald Prochnow, 2709 Kentucky Street, requesting a $17,036.27 and $19,663.55 reimbursement caused by sewer backup into the basement be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0502
| A | 4. | HUD Lead Reduction | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Program (Grant Control #2007-21).
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-7-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Program (Grant Control #2007-21).
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 05-08-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Program.
Fiscal Note: There is no city match. | Referred | |
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07-0502
| A | | HUD Lead Reduction | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Program (Grant Control #2007-21).
(Also refer to the Board of Health.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-7-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Program (Grant Control #2007-21).
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 05-08-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Program.
Fiscal Note: There is no city match. | Referred | |
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07-0534
| A | 5. | Claim of Ed and Darlene Aude | Claim | Subject: Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the claim of Ed & Darlene Aude for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-7-07: The claim of Ed & Darlene Aude be settled in the amount of $29,775.20 for a failed wye connection.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgement and Claims for payment. | Referred | |
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07-0472
| A | 6. | Project New Life request to use city right-of-way on August 25, 2007 for it's 7th annual Back-2-School community event. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Project New Life requesting to use city right-of-way on August 25, 2007 for it's 7th annual Back-2-School community event.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to Project New Life to close Short Street between Douglas Avenue and Tenth Avenue on Saturday, August 25, 2007, for their Back to School community 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: There will be nominal costs incurred on a regular shift basis to provide limited assistance to implement this | Referred | |
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07-0491
| A | 7. | Installation of sidewalks at 1703 Lathrop Avenue along Monroe Avenue and along the west side of West Boulevard from 16th Street to Wright Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer regarding the installation of sidewalks at 1703 Lathrop Avenue along Monroe Avenue and along the west side of West Boulevard from 16th Street to Wright Avenue.
Recommendation: That consideration be given to the construction of sidewalk along Monroe Avenue for the property whose address is 1703 Lathrop Avenue and along the west side of West Boulevard from 16th Street to Wright Avenue for the 2008 construction season and that a preliminary resolution be introduced.
Fiscal Note: The cost of this sidewalk would be assessed to the abutting property owners. | Referred | |
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07-0494
| A | 8. | Residual groundwater contamination within the street right-of-way of 1819 Durand Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from K. Singh & Associates, Inc. notifying the City of residual groundwater contamination within the street right-of-way of 1819 Durand Avenue.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-0499
| A | 9. | Pave Hillcrest Circle and Oakdale Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer recommending that Hillcrest Circle from Wright Avenue to the dead end and Oakdale Avenue from Wright Avenue to Athens Avenue be paved and the costs charged to the abutting property owners.
Recommendation: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of Hillcrest Circle from Wright Avenue to the dead end and Oakdale Avenue from Wright Avenue to Athens Avenue.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Approval of the preliminary resolution only authorizes the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer to conduct a public hearing. | Referred | |
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07-0532
| A | 10. | Hartman Design request to install sign and gooseneck lighting at 1626 Douglas Ave. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Hartman Design, Inc. requesting permission to install a sign and gooseneck lighting for Mechanix Ltd., Inc., at 1626 Douglas Ave.
Recommendation: The property owner of 1626 Douglas Avenue be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign, gooseneck lighting, and a temporary enclosure which will be on the public sidewalk, as requested, with the stipulation 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 costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Referred | |
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07-0533
| A | 11. | Amendment No. 1 to the Janitorial Service Contract. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to the Janitorial Service Contract.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-8-07 : The City of Racine adopt and implement the Green Seal Environmental Standards GS-37 and GS-42 for all departmental purchases and contractual services including private firms managing city facilities.
Further recommends that Amendment No. 1 to the janitorial services contract for the Building Complex Division be approved in the amount of $8,250.00.
Further recommends that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee to appropriate the necessary funding.
Fiscal Note: The Green Seal Standard provides specifications for the provision of janitorial cleaning products which meet minimum environmental requirements. There are insufficient funds in the existing 2007 budget for the implementation of this standard for the Building Complex Division.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: That the beginning of 2008 and/or when each contr | Referred | |
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07-0517
| A | 12. | Occupancy permits for rental properties | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting the creation of an ordinance requiring occupancy permits for rental properties.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-29-08: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-0513
| A | 13. | Application of Iyad M. Alabed, Agent, for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1711 N. Main Street. | Communication | Subject: (NEW) Application of Iyad M. Alabed, Agent, for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1711 N. Main Street. (4th District) | Referred | |
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07-0528
| A | 14. | (New) Application of Robert J. Kohel, Agent, Russ's Tap, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License, for 2203 DeKoven Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Robert J. Kohel, Agent, Russ's Tap, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License, for 2203 DeKoven Avenue. (2nd District) | Referred | |
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07-0530
| A | 15. | Ordinance relating to residency restrictions of sex offenders within the City of Racine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting adoption of an ordinance relating to residency restrictions of sex offenders within the City of Racine.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-7-07: That the Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting adoption of an ordinance relating to residency restrictions of sex offenders within the City of Racine be deferred until the July meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 7-23-07: That the item be deferred to give the committee time to obtain further information.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: That the item be received and filed until the State establishes guidelines.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0531
| A | 16. | Official Notice #7, Five Thermal Imaging Cameras For The Racine Fire Department. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the purchasing agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #7, Five Thermal Imaging Cameras For The Racine Fire Department. | Referred | |
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07-0536
| A | 17. | Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1600 Douglas Avenue (4th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Troy Shesler for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1600 Douglas Avenue (4th District) | Referred | |
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07-0537
| A | 18. | procedures for alcohol and tobacco license renewals on establishments that are delinquent or that are non-compliant with orders and permits. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting to discuss procedures for alcohol and tobacco license renewals on establishments that are delinquent or that are non-compliant with orders and permits. | Referred | |
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07-0538
| A | 19. | (New) Application of Mack's Sport Bar, Mack L. Mitchell, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 233 Sixth Street. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Mack's Sport Bar, Mack L. Mitchell, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 223 Sixth Street. (1st District) | Referred | |
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07-0542
| A | 20. | Bid results on Official Notice #6, One (1) 64,000 GVW Truck Chassis with Log | Communication | Subject: Communication from the purchasing agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #6, One (1) 64,000 GVW Truck Chassis with Log Loader. | Referred | |
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07-0514
| A | 21. | Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting installation of a stop sign at Biscayne and Monarch. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting installation of a stop sign at Biscayne and Monarch.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0515
| A | 22. | Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting the City paint bright white crosswalk stripes on each of the crosswalks at the intersections of Washington Ave. and Arthur/Blaine/Hayes/Grove. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 9th and 12th District requesting the City paint bright white crosswalk stripes on each of the crosswalks at the intersections of Washington Ave. and Arthur/Blaine/Hayes/Grove. Aldermen Wisneski and Karas invited to the meeting.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (5-21-07): Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (6-18-07): Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (9-17-07): Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (10-15-07): Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (11-29-07): Receive and file
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0516
| A | 23. | Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting that some kind of "Pedestrians have Right of Way" or "Caution: Pedestrians" signage be installed on Washington Ave. on the westbound approach to the intersection of Washington and Grove. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 9th and 12th District requesting that some kind of "Pedestrians have Right of Way" or "Caution: Pedestrians" signage be installed on Washington Ave. on the westbound approach to the intersection of Washington and Grove.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (5-21-07): Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (6-18-07): Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (9-17-07): Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (10-15-07): Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (11-29-07): Defer
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0527
| A | 24. | School crossing guard locations for the 2007 summer school session.
M.L. King and West
Arthur and Kinzie
17th and Grange
Bate and Taylor
LaSalle and Romayne
21st and Kentucky
16th and Grange
17th and Taylor
Blue River and Lathrop
Arthur and Wa | Communication | Subject: School crossing guard locations for the 2007 summer school session.
M.L. King and West
Arthur and Kinzie
17th and Grange
Bate and Taylor
LaSalle and Romayne
21st and Kentucky
16th and Grange
17th and Taylor
Blue River and Lathrop
Arthur and Washington
Kinzie and Osbourne
Goold and LaSalle
Graceland and Ohio
17th and West
Drexel and Durand
6th and Howland
Blue River and Kentucky
Arthur and Osbourne
Kewaunee and Main St
Recommendation: Approve crossing guard locations for the 2007 summer school session with the addition of Kewaunee and Main St.
Fiscal Note: Estimated salary cost is $18,000 with funding available in Account 101.310.502, Police - Other Salaries. | Referred | |
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07-0529
| A | 25. | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting a draft policy establishing guidelines for the use of the Racine Railroad Depot by organizations or individuals for fund raising events or meetings. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting a draft policy establishing guidelines for the use of the Racine Railroad Depot by organizations or individuals for fund raising events or meetings.
Recommendation: Policy be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0540
| A | 26. | Communication from James Oliver, owner of Mr. Kool's Sports Bar, requesting permission to rent 14 parking spaces 24/7 in Uptown Lot # 5 - 1300 Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from James Oliver, owner of Mr. Kool's Sports Bar, requesting permission to rent 14 parking spaces 24/7 in Uptown Lot # 5 - 1300 Washington Avenue.
Recommendation 5-30-07: Permission to rent 14 parking spaces in Uptown Lot # 5 - 1300 Washington Avenue - "Reserved Parking 6 P.M. to 2 A.M. Only" seven days per week, at a rate of $29 per space per month.
Fiscal Note: The rental will generate $406 per month for the Parking System and not impact the existing "No Parking 2 A.M. to 6 A.M." safety restriction.
Recommendation: Recommend that Resolution No. 07-0248 of June 5, 2007, be amended by adding "effective September 1, 2007" at the end, and as amended, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: The rental will generate $406 per month for the Parking System. | Referred | |
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07-0543
| A | 27. | Request for a flagpole to be installed in Monument Square. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 11th District Alderman presenting on behalf of Jayne Siler a request for a flagpole to be installed in Monument Square.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-9-07: that the request be approved and staff work with the architect to place a flagpole on Monument Square.
Fiscal Note: To be determined. | Referred | |
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07-0271
| A | 28. | Discuss the issuance of an annual reimbursement resolution for current year capital projects. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to discuss the issuance of an annual reimbursement resolution for current year capital projects.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Item to be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: Item to be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Item to be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0310
| A | 29. | Clean Water Fund Loan New Rep Request | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Racine Wastewater Utility requesting to be appointed as the authorized representative to file applications for financial assistance from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund.
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Utility on 03-27-07 : Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee for approval.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Permission granted to appoint the General Manager, Keith Haas of the Racine Wastewater Utility, as the authorized representative to file applications for financial assistance from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0457
| A | 30. | clarification of the fees for the use of Horlick Field for Kiwanis Baseball team. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting clarification of the fees for the use of Horlick Field for Kiwanis Baseball team.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0345
| A | 31. | Bid results on Contract 15-07 (K7-018), Racine Public Library Interior Remodeling. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 15-07 (K7-018), Racine Public Library Interior Remodeling.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0426
| A | 32. | Proposal for professional services on Contract 35-07 (K7-041), Tuckpoint Renovations at City Hall. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for professional services on Contract 35-07 (K7-041), Tuckpoint Renovations at City Hall.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Fischer-Fischer-Theis, Inc. for professional engineering services to proceed with Part 1 of the Scope of Services for the evaluation of the entire exterior of City Hall at a price not-to-exceed $3,800.00.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 987.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpoint/Limestone Replacement.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0439
| A | 33. | Funds to repair the Solid Waste Garage which was damaged in a traffic accident. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to appropriate funds to repair the Solid Waste Garage which was damaged in a traffic accident.
Recommendation: The bid for the repair of the damage to the Solid Waste Garage caused by an uninsured motorist be awarded to Rossi Construction Co., Inc., Racine, WI, at their price of $10,559.00.
Further recommend that since this was an unanticipated accident and funding was not provided, that this item be referred to the Finance Committee for funding.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: $10,559 be transferred from Account 101.990.5970, Contingency to Account 101.410.5670 Solid Waste Garage Repairs & Maintenance.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0452
| A | 34. | Final payment on Contrct 05-06(K6-005), 2006 Pavement Inspections, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 5-06 (K6-005), 2006 Pavement Inspections, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 5-06 (K6-005), 2006 Pavement Inspections, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $82,619.84, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6853, dated January 17, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0453
| A | 35. | Final payment on Contract 07-06(K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Earth Tech, Inc., | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, contractor.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: The request for final payment was approved at the April 17, 2007 Council meeting. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0454
| A | 36. | Final payment on Contract 42-05(K5-049), 2005 Parking Ramp Improvements, CMR, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 42-05 (K5-049), 2005 Parking Ramp Improvements, CMR, contractor.
Recommendation: The work done by CMR, under Contract 42-05 (K5-049), 2005 Parking Ramp Improvements, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $154,547.88, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6600, dated August 8, 2005. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0465
| A | 37. | Apply for and accept a CMAQ grant for a share ride shuttle program. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Program Director of Pre-Apprenticeship Program requesting to apply for and accept a CMAQ grant for a share ride shuttle program.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Further recommend that the City of Racine support the CMAQ grant as submitted by the First Choice Pre-Apprenticeship Program.
Further recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works communicate with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation requesting that the grant application be the City's fourth priority of the grant applications that the City submitted.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0500
| A | 38. | St. Richard's School request to close Villa Street from 15th Street to 16th Street on May 11, 2007 for a school event. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from St. Richard's School requesting permission to close Villa Street from 15th Street to 16th Street on May 11, 2007 for a school event.
Recommendation: St. Richard's School be granted permission to close Villa Street, between 15th Street and 16th Street, on Friday, May 11, 2007, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., for a school 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: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assi | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0501
| A | 39. | Purchasing Agent request to waive formal bidding and that he be authorized and directed to negotiate for air conditioning for the 911 dispatch center. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting that formal bidding be waived and that he be authorized and directed to negotiate for air conditioning for the 911 dispatch center.
Recommendation: That formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Johnson Controls, Inc., Waukesha, WI, for the purchase of a ductless split air conditioning system for the 911 dispatch area for the lump sum cost of $24,945.00.
Further recommend that funding the defray the cost of this work is available in Account 987.210.5020, Safety Building Server Room AC.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0512
| A | 40. | Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2703-03-05, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street, Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2703-03-05, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street, Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: That Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2703-03-05, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street, Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant, be approved in the amount of $87,767.54, with the City's share being $17,553.51.
Further recommend that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.908.5050, Ohio St., 16th to 21st.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0525
| A | 41. | Resolution 07-0160 relating to street improvements. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer regarding Resolution 07-0160 relating to street improvements.
Recommendation: That Resolution 07-0160 be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0526
| A | 42. | Ord. 10-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 10-07 to create Secs. 82-44, 82-45, 82-46 and 82-47 of the Municipal Code relating to Streets.
Recommendation: That Ordinance No. 10-07 to create Secs. 82-44, 82-45, 82-46 and 82-47 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Streets, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0095
| A | 43. | Ordinance No. 1-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 1-07
To repeal and recreate Article XXV. Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers, to create Secs. 22-900 - 22-919, Pawnbroker Licenses, and amend Sec. 114-468, Conditional Uses, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 01-22-07: That Ordinance No. 1-07 be adopted.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on January 31, 2007: That Parts 1, 2, and 4 of Ord. 01-07 be adopted. (07-0125)
Further that Part 3 be deleted from Ord. 01-07.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the ordinance be deferred until the February 26, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the City Attorney recreate the Ordinance to include Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers, and resubmit to Committeee for discussion.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the item
be deferred until the March 26, 2007 meeting.
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07-0446
| A | 44. | Direct Referral, Bids for Contract 30-07 (K7-034) Water Main Replacement at Shoop Park Golf Course | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Bids for Contract 30-07 (K7-034) Water Main Replacement at Shoop Park Golf Course. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0449
| A | 45. | Metlife Community Partnership Grant Request | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilized for neighborhood revitalization.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilized for neighborhood revitalization.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 4-23-07: That permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilzied for neighborhood revitalization.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0459
| A | 46. | 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Application | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control # 2007-020).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the Federal Government, United States Department of Justice, 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-020).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing committee of 4-23-07: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Federal Government, United States Department of Justice, 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-020).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0504
| A | 47. | Douglas Avenue Redevelopment Association, Inc. stating their position on the issuance of fermented beverage and/or liquor licenses in the future within the Douglas Avenue Corridor. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the President of the Douglas Avenue Redevelopment Association, Inc. stating their position on the issuance of fermented beverage and/or liquor licenses in the future within the Douglas Avenue Corridor. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0508
| A | 48. | Request of the Committee for the appearance of Christopher G. Nikolaus, Jr., regarding his application for an Operator's (Bartender's) License. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Committee for the appearance of Christopher G. Nikolaus, Jr., regarding his application for an Operator's (Bartender's) License. | Referred | |
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Ord.08-07
| A | 49. | Ordinance No. 8-07
To amend Sec. 94-94 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Mandatory right turns. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 8-07
To amend Sec. 94-94 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Mandatory right turns.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 94-94 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end of the section:
"(e) The operator of a vehicle proceeding northerly on Racine Street and approaching Washington Avenue shall turn right onto Washington Avenue and shall not proceed in any other direction.
(f) The operator of a vehicle proceeding northerly on Racine Street and approaching 11th Street in the lane furthest to the right shall turn right onto 11th Street and shall not proceed in any other direction."
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council
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Approved: ______________
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Mayor
Attest: ____________________
City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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07-0506
| A | 50. | To amend Sec. 94-94 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Mandatory right turns. (Ordinance No. 8-07) | Communication | Subject: To amend Sec. 94-94 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Mandatory right turns. (Ordinance No. 8-07)
Recommendtion: Ordinance be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0115
| A | 51. | Communication from Lori Jaime, General Manager of Radisson Inn Harbourwalk wishing to discuss the Radisson parking supplement. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Lori Jaime, General Manager of Radisson Inn Harbourwalk wishing to discuss the Radisson parking supplement.
Recommendation: The gate rate at the Gaslight Ramp be raised from $1.25 to $1.50 to match the other parking ramp rates and that the Radisson Inn Harbourwalk no longer be billed for parking surcharges, effective on June 11, 2007.
Also recommend that Resolution No. 07-0203 of May 1, 2007, be amended by changing the effective date to read June 11, 2007, and as amended be adopted.
Fiscal Note: The Parking System will see no immediate change in revenue from this action. | Referred | |
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07-0377
| A | 52. | Communication from, John Prochniak, Facilities Director Harbor Fest, Inc. requesting the use of Lakefront Lots # 4 and # 5 for Harbor Fest beginning June 21 through June 24, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from, John Prochniak, Facilities Director Harbor Fest, Inc. requesting the use of Lakefront Lots # 4 and # 5 for Harbor Fest beginning June 21 through June 24, 2007.
Recommendation: Harbor Fest, Inc., be granted permission to lease Lakefront Parking Lots 4 & 5 from June 21 - 24, 2007, subject to payment of lease costs of $1.50 per space for parking lots in accordance with existing City policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: This lease will provide approximately $1,200.00 from the event. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0391
| A | 53. | Communication from Linda Budlow requesting the use of Lakefront Lot # 5 on June 9 &10, 2007 for the Monument Square Art Fair. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Linda Budlow requesting the use of Lakefront Lot # 5 on June 9 &10, 2007 for the Monument Square Art Fair.
Recommendation: Monument Square Art Fair be granted permission to lease Lakefront Parking Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 9 & 10, 2007, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $360 in revenue for the Parking System. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0448
| A | 54. | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the March 2007 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the March 2007 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Recommendation: Received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0461
| A | 55. | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the January 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the January 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: Received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0470
| A | 56. | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit & Planner submitting the February 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit & Planner submitting the February 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: Received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0509
| A | 57. | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the March 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the March 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: Received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0535
| A | 58. | Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments to the following Committees and Commissions for the City of Racine.
Access Corridor Development Review Committee:
Reappoint Alderman James Spangenberg (representing West Racine) for a one-year term ending in May 2008.
Appoint Alderman James Kaplan (representing State Street) for a one-year term ending in May 2008.
Appoint Alderman David Maack (representing Douglas Avenue) for a one-year term ending in May 2008.
Appoint Alderman Mike Shields (representing Uptown) for a one-year term ending in May 2008.
Affirmative Action Human Rights Commission:
Reappoint Connie Cobb-White, 1920 Saturn Avenue, for a three-year term ending in May 2010.
Reappoint Alderman Ray DeHahn for a one-year term ending in May 2008.
Appoint Attorney Scott Letteney to fill a vacant unexpired term ending in May 2008.
Board of Electrical Appeals:
Reappoint Floyd W. Curran, 1904 Polaris Avenue, for a two-year term ending in August 2009.
Reappoint Russell Hartman, 1423 Oregon Street, for a two-year term ending in August 20 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0421
| A | 59. | Communication from Alan Veenstra requesting the adjustment of mooring locations. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Alan Veenstra requesting the adjustment of mooring locations.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.07-0191
| A | 60. | Final - Ten (10 Year) Resolution for Portland Cement Concrete Paving
Benefits & Damages
Resolution for Portland Cement Concrete Paving | Resolution | Final - Ten (10 Year)
Benefits & Damages
Resolution for Portland Cement Concrete Paving
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 24th day of April, 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
Ostergaard Avenue from Lilac Lane north to the City limits.
Imperial Drive from Manhattan Drive to St. Clair Street.
North Wisconsin Street from Lombard Avenue to South 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 | Referred | |
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Res.07-0192
| A | 61. | Authorize representative to file applications for financial assistance from State for wastewater collection | Resolution | Authorize representative to file applications for financial assistance from State for wastewater collection
Whereas, it is the desire of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, a municipal corporation, to file several applications for state financial assistance for its wastewater collection and conveyance system under the Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund (ss. 281.58, 281.60, and 281.61, Wis. Stats.); and
Whereas, it is necessary to designate a representative for filing said applications.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin that the General Manager of the Racine Wastewater Utility, Keith Haas, is hereby appointed as the authorized representative for the City of Racine for the purpose of filing these applications, and that the representative is further authorized and empowered to do all things necessary in connection with said applications.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0193
| A | 62. | Permission to apply for 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant | Resolution | Permission to apply for 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant
Resolved, that the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Federal Government, United States Department of Justice, 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-020).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0194
| A | 63. | Permission to apply for MetLife Community Partnership Grant | Resolution | Permission to apply for MetLife Community Partnership Grant
Resolved, that the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilized for neighborhood revitalization.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0195
| A | 64. | Contract for water main replacement at Shoop Park Golf Course | Resolution | Contract for water main replacement at Shoop Park Golf Course
Resolved, that Contract 30-07 (K7-034), Water Main Replacement at Shoop Park Golf Course, be awarded to Reesman's Excavating at their bid price of $23,925.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: That funds are delineated from account #107.000.5750, Shoop Water Main. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0196
| A | 65. | Permission to close Villa Street for school event | Resolution | Permission to close Villa Street for school event
Resolved, that St. Richard's School be granted permission to close Villa Street, between 15th Street and 16th Street, on Friday, May 11, 2007, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., for a school event.
Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $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.07-0197
| A | 66. | Waive formal bidding procedures | Resolution | Waive formal bidding procedures
Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Johnson Controls, Inc., Waukesha, WI, for the purchase of a ductless split air conditioning system for the 911 dispatch area for the lump sum cost of $24,945.00.
Further resolved, that funding the defray the cost of this work is available in Account 987.210.5020, Safety Building Server Room AC.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0198
| A | 67. | Accept bid for repair of damage to Solid Waste Garage | Resolution | Accept bid for repair of damage to Solid Waste Garage
Resolved, that the bid for repair of damage to the Solid Waste Garage caused by an uninsured motorist be awarded to Rossi Construction Co., Inc., Racine, WI, at their price of $10,559.00.
Further resolved, that since this was an unanticipated accident and funding was not provided, that this item be referred to the Finance Committee for funding.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0199
| A | 68. | Contract for Tuckpoint Renovations at City Hall | Resolution | Contract for Tuckpoint Renovations at City Hall
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Fischer-Fischer-Theis, Inc. for professional engineering services to proceed with Part 1 of the Scope of Services for the evaluation of the entire exterior of City Hall at a price not-to-exceed $3,800.00.
Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 987.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpoint/Limestone Replacement.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0200
| A | 69. | Final payment for 2006 Pavement Inspections | Resolution | Final payment for 2006 Pavement Inspections
Resolved, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 5-06 (K6-005), 2006 Pavement Inspections, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $82,619.84, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6853, dated January 17, 2006. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0201
| A | 70. | Final payment for 2005 Parking Ramp Improvements | Resolution | Final payment for 2005 Parking Ramp Improvements
Resolved, that the work done by CMR, under Contract 42-05 (K5-049), 2005 Parking Ramp Improvements, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $154,547.88, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6600, dated August 8, 2005. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0202
| A | 71. | Amendment to State Contract | Resolution | Amendment to State Contract
Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2703-03-05, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street, Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant, be approved in the amount of $87,767.54, with the City's share being $17,553.51.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.908.5050, Ohio St., 16th to 21st.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0203
| A | 72. | Gaslight Ramp Parking Rates | Resolution | Gaslight Ramp Parking Rates
Resolved, that the gate rate at the Gaslight Ramp be raised from $1.25 to $1.50 to match the other parking ramp rates, and that the Radisson Inn Harbourwalk no longer be billed for parking surcharges, effective on June 11, 2007.
Fiscal Note: The Parking System will see no immediate change in revenue from this action. | Referred | |
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Res.07-0204
| A | 73. | Harbor Fest Lease of Lakefront Parking Lots | Resolution | Harbor Fest Lease of Lakefront Parking Lots
Resolved, that Harbor Fest, Inc., be granted permission to lease Lakefront Parking Lots 4 & 5 from June 21 - 24, 2007, subject to payment of lease costs of $1.50 per space for parking lots in accordance with existing City policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: This lease will provide approximately $1,200.00 from the event. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0205
| A | 74. | Monument Square Art Fair Lease of Lakefront Parking Lot | Resolution | Monument Square Art Fair Lease of Lakefront Parking Lot
Resolved, that Monument Square Art Fair be granted permission to lease Lakefront Parking Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 9 & 10, 2007, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $360 in revenue for the Parking System. | Adopted | |
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