Ricine Banner
Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 1/20/2009 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
Meeting video:  
Attachments:
File #Ver.Agenda #NameTypeTitleActionResultAction DetailsVideo
ZOrd.015-08 A An Ordinance To amend the City's comprehensive plan and adopt the Live Towerview Plan.Zoning OrdinanceAn Ordinance To amend the City's comprehensive plan and adopt the Live Towerview Plan. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: The report Live Towerview Plan (August, 2008), as recommended for adoption by the City Plan Commission on December 10, 2008, is hereby adopted as part of the comprehensive plan of the City of Racine and is added to the list of comprehensive plan reports maintained by the Director of City Development. Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: __________________________ Approved: ______________ __________________________ Mayor Attest: __________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/AHis Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed  Action details Not available
09-3075 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $240,663 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $240,663 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract. (Res.09-1209) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The Acting Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement up to $240,663 with the Department of Health Services for Consolidated Contract. Further recommends if there is a change in the dollar amount, then a report be brought back to the Finance & Personnel Committee. (Grant Control No. 2008-049). Fiscal Note: There is a soft match of $60,505 required on the part of the City for the Maternal Child Healthcare Program.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3078 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $98,371 from the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $98,371 from the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program. (Grant Control #2008-052) (Res.09-1210) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The Acting Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $98,371 agreement with the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program (Grant Control No. 2008-052). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3081 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $61,160 from the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $61,160 from the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness. (Grant Control #2008-050) (Res.09-1211) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The Acting Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $61,160 agreement with the Department of Health Services for the Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness (Grant Control No. 2008-050). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the CityReferred  Action details Not available
09-3082 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $35,590 from the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $35,590 from the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness. (Grant Control #2008-051) (Res.09-1212) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The Acting Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $35,590 agreement with the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness. (Grant Control No. 2008-051). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the CityReferred  Action details Not available
09-3093 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to accept Project Safe Neighborhood 2008 Grant Award (Grant Control No. 2008-042) in the amount of $25,000 to support the Community Re-Entry ProgramCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to accept Project Safe Neighborhood 2008 Grant Award (Grant Control No. 2008-042) in the amount of $25,000 to support the Community Re-Entry Program. (Res.09-1205) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The Acting Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Project Safe Neighborhood 2008 grant agreement in the amount of $25,000 with the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance to be utilized for the Community Re-Entry Program. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3094 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) Gang Prevention Coordination Assistance Program 2009 Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2009-001) in the amounCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) Gang Prevention Coordination Assistance Program 2009 Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2009-001) in the amount of $200,000. (Res.09-1206) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) Gang Prevention Coordination Assistance Program 2009 Grant in the amount of $200,000 with the United States Department of Justice. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3095 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the 21st Century Community Learning Center Program 2009 Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2009-002) in the amount of $300,000.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the 21st Century Community Learning Center Program 2009 Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2009-002) in the amount of $300,000. (Res.09-1207) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply, in partnership with Racine Unified School District, for the 21st Century Community Learning Center Program 2009 Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-002) in the amount of $85,000 through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3096 A Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization for the continuation of the self-insured worker's compensation program, in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization for the continuation of the self-insured worker's compensation program, in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3). (Res.09-1203) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: Permission be granted for the City Attorney to continue the self insured worker's compensation program currently in effect and further recommends to submit a certified copy of the resolution to the Worker's Compensation Division, Wisconsin Department of Workiforce Development. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3097 A Communication from the Community Health Director requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a fee-for-service contract with the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Community Health Director requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a fee-for-service contract with the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs. (Res.09-1208) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The Acting Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a fee-for-service contract in the amount up to $3,640 with the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3120 A Communication from the Executive Director and Curator of Collections of the Racine Art Museum requesting to negotiate the next long-term agreement for Wustum Museum. (Also refer to the Finance & Personnel Committee)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Executive Director and Curator of Collections of the Racine Art Museum requesting to negotiate the next long-term agreement for Wustum Museum. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The item to be deferred so that the Committee can review the contract. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 2-11-09 and 3-11-09: defer Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-13-09: Defer Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: None at this time. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 11-11-09: Defer Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 3-10-10: that the request be approved. Fiscal Note: A 3% annual increase over the previous years allocation for the duration of the contract. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-22-10: The item be deferred until the next meeting. Fiscal Note: The proposal increases the sReferred  Action details Not available
09-3120 A Communication from the Executive Director and Curator of Collections of the Racine Art Museum requesting to negotiate the next long-term agreement for Wustum Museum. (Also refer to the Finance & Personnel Committee)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Executive Director and Curator of Collections of the Racine Art Museum requesting to negotiate the next long-term agreement for Wustum Museum. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The item to be deferred so that the Committee can review the contract. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 2-11-09 and 3-11-09: defer Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-13-09: Defer Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-12-09: None at this time. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 11-11-09: Defer Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 3-10-10: that the request be approved. Fiscal Note: A 3% annual increase over the previous years allocation for the duration of the contract. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-22-10: The item be deferred until the next meeting. Fiscal Note: The proposal increases the sReferred  Action details Not available
09-3079 A Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival requests.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize various parks for the 6th annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, on July 10 and 11, 2009, for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment, to close city streets and parking lanes for a parade and race administration and to utilize the parking lot at the south end of Pershing Drive. Also, sponsoring organizations request permission to place posters on or about city streets and parks regarding this free event. (Res.09-1259) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-27-09: Permission be granted to the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc. to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the sixth annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, to be held July 10-11, 2009. Further recommends that the parking lane along the east side of Main Street from 11th Street to 14th Street be closed duReferred  Action details Not available
09-3079 A Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival requests.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize various parks for the 6th annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, on July 10 and 11, 2009, for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment, to close city streets and parking lanes for a parade and race administration and to utilize the parking lot at the south end of Pershing Drive. Also, sponsoring organizations request permission to place posters on or about city streets and parks regarding this free event. (Res.09-1259) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-27-09: Permission be granted to the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc. to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the sixth annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, to be held July 10-11, 2009. Further recommends that the parking lane along the east side of Main Street from 11th Street to 14th Street be closed duReferred  Action details Not available
09-3105 A Reefpoint Marina requesting permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway for the Racine Boat Show.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Reefpoint Marina requesting permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway for the Racine Boat Show from August 3, 2009 through August 9, 2009. (Res.09-1215) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-27-09: That Reefpoint Marina 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 3, 2009 to 10:00 p.m. on August 9, 2009, 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 Referred  Action details Not available
09-3101 A Subject: (New) Application of 6200 West, Inc. (Envi), Doug Nicholson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 316 Main Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of 6200 West, Inc. (Envi), Doug Nicholson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 316 Main Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee 1-26-09: That the application of 6200 West, Inc. (Envi), Doug Nicholson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 316 Main Street, be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3109 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to enter in an agreement with Southport Consulting to prepare plans and specifications for HVAC replacement at Wustum Museum.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to enter in an agreement with Southport Consulting to prepare plans and specifications for HVAC replacement at Wustum Museum. (Res.09-1214) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee 1-26-09: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be granted permission to enter in an agreement with Southport Consulting to prepare plans and specifications for HVAC replacement at Wustum Museum. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 655.000.5980, Wustum Classroom Building HVAC.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3092 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering wishing to discuss the removal of traffic signals at the intersection of N. Main Street and Walton Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering wishing to discuss the removal of traffic signals at the intersection of N. Main Street and Walton Avenue. Recommendation: A study to remove the traffic signals at N. Main Street and Walton Avenue in accordance with Section 4B.02 of the 2003 Edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices be approved. Fiscal Note: The study will be done by staff and there is a nominal cost to perform the study.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3064 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to inform the Transit & Parking Commission of the Mayor's decision to authorize the 2009 Auto Show free parking for the duration of their event - January 9 - 11, 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to inform the Transit & Parking Commission of the Mayor's decision to authorize the 2009 Auto Show free parking for the duration of their event - January 9 - 11, 2009. (Res.09-1229) Recommendation: Approve waiving fee for 2009 Auto Show. Fiscal Note: This will result in a loss of revenue to the parking system of $378.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3007 A Request for additional funding for 2008 budget year account 101.990-5910, Judgment & Claims, and account 101.160.5610, Attorney Professional ServicesCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the 2008 budget year for Judgment & Claims, 101.990.5910, and Attorney Professional Services, 101.160.5610. (Res.09-1172) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: 2008 budgets be amended as follows: $63,661.49 be transferred from account 101.820.5900, General Liability, to account 101.160.5610, Attorney - Professional Services, and that $38,500.00 be transferred from account 101.300.5010, Fire Department Salaries, to account 101.990.5910, Judgments and claims. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining 2008 funds available for these transfers.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3013 A Fire Chief Requests Funds Transfer to Cover City's Match for 2008 FEMA GrantCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to transfer funds to cover the City's match for the 2008 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant EMW-2008-FO-09001. (Res.09-1174) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: Funds be transferred in the 2008 budget to cover the City's match for the 2008 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant EMW-2008-FO-09001 as follows: $30,000.00 from account 101.300.5010, Fire Department Salaries and $30,000.00 from account 101.300.5180, Fire Department Longevity, to account 101.300.5770, Fire Department Machinery and Equipment and that these funds be carried forward to 2009. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining 2008 funds available for these transfers.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3014 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR recommending the City of Racine issue an RFP for a fixed-price contract for diesel fuel purchases in 2009.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of PTMR recommending the City of Racine issue an RFP for a fixed-price contract for diesel fuel purchases in 2009. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: To Receive and File this item. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3029 A Housing and Economic Recovery Act funding requestCommunicationSubject: Request from the Director of City Development to apply for federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act funding. (Res.09-1175) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: That permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act funding in an amount of $2,075,025. Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3030 A claim of J&J Properties Racine, LLCClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of J&J Properties Racine, LLC for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: The claim of J&J Properties Racine, LLC be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3037 A Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment GrantCommunicationSubject: Request from the Director of City Development to apply for a Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant. (Res.09-1176) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: That permission be granted to apply for a Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant. Fiscal Note: A 50% cost share is required and will be funded through TID 14, existing grants past expenditures.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3049 A claim of Stephanie King and Duane BedfordClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Stephanie King and Duane Bedford for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: The claim of Stephanie King and Duane Bedford be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3051 A claim of Steven GutierrezClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Steven Gutierrez for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: The claim of Steven Gutierrez be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3066 A Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works / Engineering requesting permission to accept additional funding from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the cost overruns through the Clean Vessel ActCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works / Engineering requesting permission to accept additional funding from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the cost overruns through the Clean Vessel Act as Amendment No. 1 to Project Number V-1-16D. (Res.09-1171) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the amended agreement for additional funding from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the cost overruns through the Clean Vessel Act as Amendment No. 1 to Project Number V-1-16D. Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3083 A City Attorney request for concurrence on the continued retention of Davis & Kuelthau, SC law firmCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting concurrence for the continued retention of the Davis & Kuelthau, SC law firm to represent the City in Wisconsin Equal Rights Division Case No. CR200802482, Sandra Tingle v. City of Racine. (Res.09-1173) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: The City Attorney be granted concurrence for the continued retention of the Davis & Kuelthau, SC law firm to represent the City in Wisconsin Equal Rights Division Case No. CR200802482, Sandra Tingle v. City of Racine. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in account 101.160.5610 Attorney Professional Services.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2765 A Final payment on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.GCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1190) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-08, 10-28-08, 11-11-08, 11-25-08 and 12-9-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc. under Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.G., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $184,828.56. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0165, dated April 16, 2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2784 A Settlement agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad for repairs to the Mound Avenue railroad bridge.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to meet with the Public Works and Services Committee in closed session regarding a settlement agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad for repairs to the Mound Avenue railroad bridge. (Res.09-1183) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08, 11-11-08 and 12-9-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the settlement agreement as presented by Atty. Robert Hankel be approved, in concept, with final verbiage to be approved by the City Attorney's office. The settlement agreement terms are as follows: 1. With respect to the Mound Avenue Bridge, the Union Pacific Railroad Company will: A. Maintain and repair the tie, rail and ballast conditions and, in addition, will maintain and repair the deck drainage systems; B. The bridge retaining walls within the track embankment support structure will be repaired and additional required repairs of the bridge structure disclosed during the process, if any, will also be comApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2972 A Adams Outdoor Advertising Lease ExtensionCommunicationSubject: Request on behalf of Adams Outdoor Advertising that its lease for 830 Racine Street and 841 South Marquette Street be extended. (Res.09-1182) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: Recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Lease Agreement with Adams Outdoor Advertising for the leasing of billboards on City-owned property at the following locations: A. Eighth Street and Marquette Street, and B. Ninth Street and Elm Street, For a five-year period of time commencing on September 1, 2009 and ending August 31, 2014, with a yearly rental beginning at $2,145.00 which will be raised annually in accordance with the consumer price index, with the following stipulations: Lessee shall maintain the display boards in excellent condition, Lessee shall remove any dated or seasonal advertising within one week after the advertised event. Fiscal Note: This Lease Agreement will generate $2,145.00 in rental income in the firstApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2979 A Request for "no parking" restriction on Erie Street during snow emergencies.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District on behalf of Jenni Chap, 1906 Erie Street, requesting a "no parking" restriction on Erie Street during snow emergencies. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (12-15-08): Refer to the Public Works and Services Committee. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3018 A Heritage Group LLC request to install awnings at 3208-3210 Washington AvenueCommunicationSubject: Communication from Heritage Group, LLC requesting permission to install stationary, projecting awnings on the buildings at 3208-3210 Washington Avenue. (Res.09-1180) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The property owner of 3208-3210 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install a projecting, retractable awning, 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 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 PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3025 A Thoughts for Food request to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on March 7, 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from a representative of Thoughts for Food requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on Saturday, March 7, 2009, for their annual event. (Res.09-1181) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The owner of George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 6:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2009 to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 8, 2009, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, 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. In the event of snow, the sponsor shall remove all barricades from the street. G. Sponsor shall be responsible for all detour signage during the event. H. ThApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3039 A Proposal from Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to provide roof assessment services for the Central Heating Plant, Equipment Maintenance, and Tyler Domer Community Center.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to provide plans and specifications to reroof the Central Heating Plant, Equipment Maintenance Garage, and Tyler Domer Community Center. (Res.09-1192) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for reroofing the Central Heating Plant, Equipment Maintenance Garage and Tyler Domer Community Center at a price not-to-exceed $9,400.00. Further recommend that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $2,150.00 - Account 989.220.5010, Central Htg Plant-Replace Roof $2,000.00 - Account 401.989.5760, Equip. Maint. Roof Replacement $5,250.00 - Account 989.670.5020, Tyler Domer Roof $9,400.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3050 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 23-08 (K8-027), Professional Services - Bridge Inspection Services, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 23-08 (K8-027), Professional Services - Bridge Inspection Services, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant. (Res.09-1199) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 23-08 (K8-027), Professional Services - Bridge Inspection Services, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $2,576.81. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.063.5810, Lift Bridge Underwater Inspection. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3060 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations - Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations - Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1196) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations - Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $40,292.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $14,838.21 - Account 989.100.5010, City Hall-Facilities Plan Implementation $23,353.79 - Account 987.100.5010, City Hall Renovations-Phase II $ 2,100.00 - Account 101.191.5760, Finance Dept. Building Improvements $40,292.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3061 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 31-08 (K8-035), Professional Services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 31-08 (K8-035), Professional Services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, Inc., consultant. (Res.09-1187) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 31-08 (K8-035), Professional Services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $43.29. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 108.988.5010, Festival Hall AC Replacement. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3062 A Final payment on Contract 31-08 (K8-035), Professional Services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 31-08 (K8-035), Professional Services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, Inc., consultant. (Res.09-1188) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The professional services provided by Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, Inc. under Contract 31-08 (K8-035), Professional Services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $7,393.29. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0763, dated April 14, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3063 A Final payment on Contract 52-08 (K8-060), Festival Hall AC Replacement, Grunau Co., Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 52-08 (K8-060), Festival Hall AC Replacement, Grunau Co., Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1189) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The work done by Grunau Co., Inc. under Contract 52-08 (K8-060), Festival Hall AC Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $34,954.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0990, dated September 2, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3065 A 2009 Be Smart Municipal Partner Membership agreement.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting the 2009 Be Smart Municipal Partner Membership agreement. (Res.09-1197) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The City of Racine enter into an agreement with the Wisconsin Be Smart Coalition for the provision of regional and local recycling education and conservation programs in the amount of $12,608.80. . Fiscal Note: By being part of this cooperative partnership the City of Racine will qualify for a Recycling Efficiency Grant from the State of Wisconsin which will result in revenues totaling $50,000.00 which are included in the 2009 budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3067 A Change Order No. 4 on Contract 13-08 (K8-014), Concrete Street ReconstructionCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works submitting Change Order No. 4 on Contract 13-08 (K8-014), Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1185) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That Change Order No. 4 on Contract 13-08 (K8-014), Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, contractor, be approved in the amount of $84,023.40. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $65,841.31 - Account 988.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Locations $15,852.77 - Account 986.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Locations $ 2,329.32 - Water Utility $84,023.40 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3068 A Final payment on Contract 13-08 (K8-014), Concrete Street ReconstructionCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 13-08 (K8-014), Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1186) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The work done by LaLonde Contractors, Inc. under Contract 13-08 (K8-014), Concrete Street Reconstruction, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,715,137.21. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0760, dated April 14, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3069 A Bids work at the Park Service Center due to 2008 flooding.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bids received by the Purchasing Agent for work at the Park Service Center due to 2008 flooding. (Res.09-1184) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the bid for repairs to the Quonset Hut at 710 Rickeman Court, as submitted to the Purchasing Agent, be awarded to The Azarian Companies at their price of $28,977.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these repairs be appropriated from Account 990.700.5760, Parks Flood Building Repairs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. A portion of these costs may be reimbursable through FEMA.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3070 A Proposal from Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for professional services for insulating the Solid Waste Garage.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for professional services for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for insulating the Solid Waste Garage. (Res.09-1193) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for insulating the Solid Waste Garage, at a price not-to-exceed $7,000.00 Further recommend that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 989.410.5010, Solid Waste Garage-Insulation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3071 A Proposal from Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for professional services for tuckpointing and waterproofing Memorial Hall.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for professional services for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for tuckpointing and waterproofing Memorial Hall. (Res.09-1194) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for restoration of the exterior of Memorial Hall, at a price not-to-exceed $5,250.00. Further recommend that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 108.989.5510, Memorial Hall-Tuckpointing. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3074 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 27-08 (K8-031), Professional Services, City Hall Exterior Restoration, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 27-08 (K8-031), Professional Services, City Hall Exterior Restoration, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res.09-1191) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 27-08 (K8-031), Professional Services - City Hall Exterior Restoration, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,250.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.100.5020, City Hall-Tuckpointing. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3076 A Submitting the typical section options for WisDOT Project ID: 2290-12-00; STH 38 (State Street ) Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting the typical section options for WisDOT Project ID: 2290-12-00; STH 38 (State Street ) Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street. (Res.09-1201) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the typical section for the State Street project, from Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street, as selected by the Citizens Advisory Committee, be approved. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer inform the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation of the typical section as approved by the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: The recommended typical section has wider sidewalks and a narrower pavement than the typical section preferred by the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation which requires wider pavements and narrower sidewalks in order to accommodate a bicycle lane.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3077 A Waive formal bidding for repairs to the Main Street Bridge.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding for repairs to the spare tip lock for the Main Street Bridge. (Res.09-1198) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That, due to the specialized nature of the repairs to the Main Street Bridge tip lock, formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent by authorized and directed to negotiate with RACO International, L.P. for repairs to the tip lock which is estimated at $28,500.00. Fiscal Note: All costs associated with the Main Street Bridge are 100% reimbursable by the State of Wisconsin.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3080 A Proposal for professional services for window replacement at the City Hall Annex.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for professional services for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for window replacement at the City Hall Annex. (Res.09-1195) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for window replacement at the City Hall Annex, at a price not-to-exceed $5,680.00. Further recommend that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 989.200.5020, Annex-Stairwell Windows. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3089 A Proposal from Martinsek and Associates for public relations consulting for the 2009 reconstruction of Sixth Street.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal from HNTB for public relations consulting for the 2009 reconstruction of Sixth Street. (Res.09-1200) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with HNTB for public relations consulting for the 2009 reconstruction of Sixth Street, at a price not-to-exceed $14,085.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 989.908.5080, Sixth-Main to Grand. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3009 A (New)Application of Asiana Restaurant Kyo Soon Yoon, Agent for a "Class B"CommunicationSubject: (New)Application of Asiana Restaurant Kyo Soon Yoon, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 423 Sixth Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 1-12-09: That the application of Asiana Restaurant, Kyo Soon Yoon, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 423 Sixth Street be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3038 B Fire Chief Requests Permission to Accept Donation from RAMAC & St Lukes Hosp Trustees Advised Fund to Acquire & Install Radio Equipment for EMS Communications System Within the RAEMS GroupCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medial Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: That permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medical Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 01-12-09: That the Fire Chief be granted permission to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medical Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group. Fiscal Note: There is no cost to the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3057 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for Window and Door Replacement aCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for Window and Door Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center. (Res.09-1177) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 1-12-09: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be granted permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for Window and Door Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 989.670.5010, Tyler-Domer Doors & Windows.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3058 A (Direct Referral): Final payment for eningeering services for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial by Industrial Roofing Services Inc.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral): Final payment for eningeering services for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial by Industrial Roofing Services Inc. (Res.09-1178) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 1-12-09: That final payment for eningeering services for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial by Industrial Roofing Services Inc., be approved. Fiscal Note: The cost is not to exceed $3,100.00 plus reimbursable costs. Funds are available in Account 207.000.5760, Graceland War Memorial.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3059 A (Direct Referral): Final Payment on Contract 36-08 (K8-040), War Memorial Restoration at Graceland Cemetery by Holton Brothers, Inc.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral): Final Payment on Contract 36-08 (K8-040), War Memorial Restoration at Graceland Cemetery by Holton Brothers, Inc. (Res.09-1179) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 1-12-09: That final payment on Contract 36-08 (K8-040), War Memorial Restoration at Graceland Cemetery by Holton Brothers, Inc., be authorized and accepted. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 207.001.5760, Graceland War Memorial.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3106 A 6200 Regency West Drive rezoning ordinanceCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) ZOrd.014-08 An ordinace to rezone 6200 Regency West Drive from B-3 General Commercial District to I-1 Restricted Industrial District with an I-P Industrial Park District overlay. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 1-14-09: That the ordinance be Adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3107 A Live Towerview PlanCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) ZOrd.015-08 An ordinance to amend the City's comprehensive plan and adopt the Live Towerview Plan. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 1-14-09: That the ordinance be Adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3053 A Landmark Group Washington Ave. W Blvd. RequestCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of Landmark Group for an option on Redevelopment Authority owned property in the Washington Avenue - West Boulevard Redevelopment Area. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 1-07-09: That the Common Council, pursuant to sec. 66.1333 (9) (a) 1. d., Wis. Stats., approve the report of the Authority concerning the granting of a 12-month option for the properties at 3101-3121 block of Washington Avenue to the Landmark Group. Fiscal Note: The cost of the option to the developer shall be the Authority’s direct costs of holding the property, such as mowing, snow shoveling, storm water utility fee, etc., during the period. Sale price for the property will be specified in the development agreement to be negotiated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3054 A RCEDC commercial corridor development contractCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Executive Director for approval of a contract with RCEDC for commercial corridor development services. (Res.09-1204) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 1-07-09: That $69,400.00 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund be used for the renewal of the RCEDC commercial corridor contract for 2009. Further, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with RCEDC. Further, that the proposed agreement be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee of the Common Council for review and approval. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the city’s 2009 capital budget. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-26-09: The Acting Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) to provide economic development assistance to the City, commencing on January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 919-000-5610 ProfReferred  Action details Not available
09-3108 A City Development Yearly ReportCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Application of Strategic Manufacturing Partner, LLC (d.b.a. JSA Tool & Mfg., trade name), 5626 21st Street, Racine, Wisconsin for participation in the State of Wisconsin Community Development Zone Program. (Res.09-1202) In accordance with the procedures adopted by the Common Council as item 29(2) of June 3, 1997, the Racine County Economic Development Corporation and the Department of City Development have reviewed the application of Strategic Manufacturing Partner, LLC. Recommendation of the Department of City Development on January 15, 2009: That Strategic Manufacturing Partner, LLC (d.b.a. JSA Tool & Mfg., trade name) be recommended for certification as eligible to participate in the Wisconsin Community Development Zone Program and that Strategic Manufacturing Partner, LLC (d.b.a. JSA Tool & Mfg., trade name) be recommended for certification for State of Wisconsin tax credits under the Wisconsin Community Development Zone Program. Fiscal Note: Participation in the program is tied to increase in employment. The company is anticipating adding 27 Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2969 A To amend Sec.66-1001, and to repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin relating to Nuisance properties.CommunicationSubject: To amend Sec.66-1001, and to repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin relating to Nuisance properties. Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: That ordinance 19-08 be adopted. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 01-14-2009: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1530 A Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting that renters of community centers and park shelters who serve alcohol be required to provide insurance for their events.CommunicationCommunication from the City Attorney requesting that renters of community centers and park shelters who serve alcohol be required to provide insurance for their events. Recommendation: DeferApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2750 A Communication from Friends of Seniors, Inc. requesting permission to extend their rental lease for one year on the property located at 201 Goold Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Friends of Seniors, Inc. requesting permission to extend their rental lease for one year on the property located at 201 Goold Street. (Res.09-1279) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 11-20-08: defer Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 1-14-09: that the request be approved and further recommends that the item be referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2-23-09: Friends of Seniors, Inc. be allowed to extend their lease on the City's property at 201 Goold Street from June 1, 2009 to May 31, 2010 at an annual rate of $20,000. Further recommends future contract extension negotiations beyond May 2010 may be considered upon building availability. Fiscal Note: The City will forgo the 4.4% lease rate increase that other City tenants are paying, $880 in this case.Referred  Action details Not available
Res.09-1171 A Enter into amended agreement for additional funding from Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources for Project V-1-16DResolutionEnter into amended agreement for additional funding from Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources for Project V-1-16D Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the amended agreement for additional funding from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the cost overruns through the Clean Vessel Act as Amendment No. 1 to Project Number V-1-16D. Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1172 A Additional funding for City Attorney's Office be approvedResolutionAdditional funding for City Attorney's Office be approved Resolved, that the 2008 budgets be amended as follows: $63,661.49 be transferred from account 101.820.5900, General Liability, to account 101.160.5610, Attorney - Professional Services, and that $38,500.00 be transferred from account 101.300.5010, Fire Department Salaries, to account 101.990.5910, Judgments and claims, to cover the additional funding requested. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining 2008 funds available for these transfers.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1173 A Approval of retention of Davis & Kuelthau law firm for Equal Rights CaseResolutionApproval of retention of Davis & Kuelthau law firm for Equal Rights Case Resolved, that the City Attorney be granted concurrence for the continued retention of the Davis & Kuelthau, SC law firm to represent the City in Wisconsin Equal Rights Division Case No. CR200802482, Sandra Tingle v. City of Racine. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in account 101.160.5610 Attorney Professional Services.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1174 A Transfer of funds for Fire Department be approvedResolutionTransfer of funds for Fire Department be approved Resolved, that funds be transferred in the 2008 budget to cover the City's match for the 2008 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant EMW-2008-FO-09001 as follows: $30,000.00 from Account 101.300.5010, Fire Department Salaries, and $30,000.00 from Account 101.300.5180, Fire Department Longevity, to Account 101.300.5770, Fire Department Machinery and Equipment, and that these funds be carried forward to 2009. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining 2008 funds available for these transfers.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1175 A Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act fundingResolutionPermission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for Federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act funding Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for Federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act funding in an amount of $2,075,025. Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1176 A Permission for Director of City Development to apply for a Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment GrantResolutionPermission for Director of City Development to apply for a Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant Resolved, that the Director of City Development be granted permission to apply for a Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant. Fiscal Note: A 50% cost share is required and will be funded through TID 14, existing grants past expenditures.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1177 A Enter into agreement with Industrial Roofing for plans and specifications for window and door replacement at Tyler-Domer Community CenterResolutionEnter into agreement with Industrial Roofing for plans and specifications for window and door replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for Window and Door Replacement at Tyler-Domer Community Center. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 989.670.5010, Tyler-Domer Doors & Windows.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1178 A Final payment authorized for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery to Industrial RoofingResolutionFinal payment authorized for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery to Industrial Roofing Resolved, that final payment for engineering services for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial by Industrial Roofing Services Inc., be approved. Fiscal Note: The cost is not to exceed $3,100.00 plus reimbursable costs. Funds are available in Account 207.000.5760, Graceland War Memorial.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1179 A Final payment authorized for War Memorial Restoration at Graceland Cemetery to Holton BrothersResolutionFinal payment authorized for War Memorial Restoration at Graceland Cemetery to Holton Brothers Resolved, that final payment on Contract 36-08 (K8-040), War Memorial Restoration at Graceland Cemetery by Holton Brothers, Inc., be authorized and accepted for a total contract amount of $31,900.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 207.001.5760, Graceland War Memorial.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1180 A Hold Harmless Agreement for projecting awning at 3208-3210 Washington AvenueResolutionHold Harmless Agreement for projecting awning at 3208-3210 Washington Avenue Resolved, that the property owner of 3208-3210 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install a projecting, retractable awning, as requested, with the stipulation 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.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1181 A Permission for Thoughts for Food Event with stipulationsResolutionPermission for Thoughts for Food Event with stipulations Resolved, that the owner of George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 6:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2009 to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 8, 2009, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, 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. In the event of snow, the sponsor shall remove all barricades from the street; G. Sponsor shall be responsible for all detour signage during the event; H. 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 ofAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1182 A Enter into Lease Agreement with Adams Outdoor AdvertisingResolutionEnter into Lease Agreement with Adams Outdoor Advertising Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Lease Agreement with Adams Outdoor Advertising for the leasing of billboards on City-owned property at the following locations: A. Eighth Street and Marquette Street; and B. Ninth Street and Elm Street, For a five-year period of time commencing on September 1, 2009 and ending August 31, 2014, with a yearly rental beginning at $2,145.00 which will be raised annually in accordance with the consumer price index, with the following stipulations: Lessee shall maintain the display boards in excellent condition, Lessee shall remove any dated or seasonal advertising within one week after the advertised event. Fiscal Note: This Lease Agreement will generate $2,145.00 in rental income in the first year of the agreement.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1183 A Settlement Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for repairs to Mound Avenue railroad bridge be approvedResolutionSettlement Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for repairs to Mound Avenue railroad bridge be approved Resolved, that the settlement agreement as presented by Atty. Robert Hankel be approved, in concept, with final verbiage to be approved by the City Attorney's office. The settlement agreement terms are as follows: 1. With respect to the Mound Avenue Bridge, the Union Pacific Railroad Company will: A. Maintain and repair the tie, rail and ballast conditions and, in addition, will maintain and repair the deck drainage systems; B. The bridge retaining walls within the track embankment support structure will be repaired and additional required repairs of the bridge structure disclosed during the process, if any, will also be completed; C. The bridge deck handrail will be maintained; D. The middle steel column will be maintained and repaired, as will all support concrete structures for said column support located in the middle of the paved portion of the roadway; and E. Handrails underneath the bridge and concrete sidewalk to the extent neAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1184 A Azarian Companies awarded contract for repairs to Quonset Hut at 710 Rickeman CourtResolutionAzarian Companies awarded contract for repairs to Quonset Hut at 710 Rickeman Court Resolved, that the bid for repairs to the Quonset Hut at 710 Rickeman Court, as submitted to the Purchasing Agent, be awarded to The Azarian Companies at their price of $28,977.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these repairs be appropriated from Account 990.700.5760, Parks Flood Building Repairs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. A portion of these costs may be reimbursable through FEMA.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1185 A Change Order for Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors be approvedResolutionChange Order for Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors be approved Resolved, that Change Order No. 4 on Contract 13-08 (K8-014), Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, contractor, be approved in the amount of $84,023.40. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $65,841.31 - Account 988.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Locations $15,852.77 - Account 986.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Locations $ 2,329.32 - Water Utility $84,023.40 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1186 A Work accepted and final payment authorized for Concrete Street Reconstruction work, LaLonde ContractorsResolutionWork accepted and final payment authorized for Concrete Street Reconstruction work, LaLonde Contractors Resolved, that the work done by LaLonde Contractors, Inc. under Contract 13-08 (K8-014), Concrete Street Reconstruction, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,715,137.21. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0760, dated April 14, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1187 A Amendment on contract for professional services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, be approvedResolutionAmendment on contract for professional services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, be approved Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 31-08 (K8-035), Professional Services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $43.29. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 108.988.5010, Festival Hall AC Replacement. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1188 A Professional services for Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional services for Festival Hall AC Replacement, Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the professional services provided by Graef Anhalt Schloemer and Associates, Inc. under Contract 31-08 (K8-035), Professional Services - Festival Hall AC Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $7,393.29. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0763, dated April 14, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1189 A Work accepted and final payment authorized for Festival Hall AC Replacement, Grunau CompanyResolutionWork accepted and final payment authorized for Festival Hall AC Replacement, Grunau Company Resolved, that the work done by Grunau Co., Inc. under Contract 52-08 (K8-060), Festival Hall AC Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $34,954.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0990, dated September 2, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1190 A Work accepted and final payment authorized to Payne & Dolan for 2007 Asphalt Paving contractResolutionWork accepted and final payment authorized to Payne & Dolan for 2007 Asphalt Paving contract Resolved, that the work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc. under Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.G., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $184,828.56. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0165, dated April 16, 2007.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1191 A Amendment to professional services contract - City Hall Exterior Restoration, Industrial Roofing ServicesResolutionAmendment to professional services contract - City Hall Exterior Restoration, Industrial Roofing Services Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 27-08 (K8-031), Professional Services - City Hall Exterior Restoration, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,250.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.100.5020, City Hall-Tuckpointing. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1192 A Enter into Professional Services Agreement with Industrial Roofing Services for reroofing Central Heating PlantResolutionEnter into Professional Services Agreement with Industrial Roofing Services for reroofing Central Heating Plant Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for reroofing the Central Heating Plant, Equipment Maintenance Garage and Tyler Domer Community Center at a price not-to-exceed $9,400.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $2,150.00 - Account 989.220.5010, Central Htg Plant-Replace Roof $2,000.00 - Account 401.989.5760, Equip. Maint. Roof Replacement $5,250.00 - Account 989.670.5020, Tyler Domer Roof $9,400.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1193 A Professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services for insulating Solid Waste GarageResolutionProfessional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services for insulating Solid Waste Garage Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for insulating the Solid Waste Garage, at a price not-to-exceed $7,000.00 Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 989.410.5010, Solid Waste Garage-Insulation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1194 A Professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services for restoration of exterior of Memorial HallResolutionProfessional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services for restoration of exterior of Memorial Hall Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for restoration of the exterior of Memorial Hall, at a price not-to-exceed $5,250.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 108.989.5510, Memorial Hall-Tuckpointing. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1195 A Professional services agreement with ARC for window replacement at City Hall AnnexResolutionProfessional services agreement with ARC for window replacement at City Hall Annex Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC for provision of contract documents and contract administration services for window replacement at the City Hall Annex, at a price not-to-exceed $5,680.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 989.200.5020, Annex-Stairwell Windows. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1196 A Change Order on contract for City Hall Renovations - Phase II, Absolute ConstructionResolutionChange Order on contract for City Hall Renovations - Phase II, Absolute Construction Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations - Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $40,292.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $14,838.21 - Account 989.100.5010, City Hall-Facilities Plan Implementation $23,353.79 - Account 987.100.5010, City Hall Renovations-Phase II $ 2,100.00 - Account 101.191.5760, Finance Dept. Building Improvements $40,292.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1197 A Agreement with Wisconsin Be Smart Coalition for recycling education and conservation programsResolutionAgreement with Wisconsin Be Smart Coalition for recycling education and conservation programs Resolved, that the City of Racine enter into an agreement with the Wisconsin Be Smart Coalition for the provision of regional and local recycling education and conservation programs in the amount of $12,608.80. Fiscal Note: By being part of this cooperative partnership the City of Racine will qualify for a Recycling Efficiency Grant from the State of Wisconsin which will result in revenues totaling $50,000.00 which are included in the 2009 budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1198 A Waive formal bidding for repairs to Main Street BridgeResolutionWaive formal bidding for repairs to Main Street Bridge Resolved, that due to the specialized nature of the repairs to the Main Street Bridge tip lock, formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent by authorized and directed to negotiate with RACO International, L.P. for repairs to the tip lock which is estimated at $28,500.00. Fiscal Note: All costs associated with the Main Street Bridge are 100% reimbursable by the State of Wisconsin.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1199 A Amendment to professional services contract with Ayres Associates for Bridge Inspection ServicesResolutionAmendment to professional services contract with Ayres Associates for Bridge Inspection Services Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 23-08 (K8-027), Professional Services - Bridge Inspection Services, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $2,576.81. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.063.5810, Lift Bridge Underwater Inspection. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1200 A Professional services agreement with HNTB for public relations consulting for 2009 reconstruction of Sixth StreetResolutionProfessional services agreement with HNTB for public relations consulting for 2009 reconstruction of Sixth Street Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with HNTB for public relations consulting for the 2009 reconstruction of Sixth Street, at a price not-to-exceed $14,085.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 989.908.5080, Sixth-Main to Grand. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1201 A Typical section for the State Street project from Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street be approvedResolutionTypical section for the State Street project from Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street be approved Resolved, that the typical section for the State Street project, from Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street, as selected by the Citizens Advisory Committee, be approved. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer inform the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation of the typical section as approved by the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: The recommended typical section has wider sidewalks and a narrower pavement than the typical section preferred by the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation which requires wider pavements and narrower sidewalks in order to accommodate a bicycle lane.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1202 A Application of Strategic Manufacturing Partner, LLC (d.b.a. JSA Tool & Mfg., trade name) for participation in the State of Wisconsin Community Development Zone ProgramResolutionApplication of Strategic Manufacturing Partner, LLC (d.b.a. JSA Tool & Mfg., trade name) for participation in the State of Wisconsin Community Development Zone Program Resolved, that Strategic Manufacturing Partner, LLC (d.b.a. JSA Tool & Mfg., trade name), 5626 - 21st Street, Racine, Wisconsin is recommended for certification as eligible to participate in the Wisconsin Community Development Zone Program. Further resolved, that Manufacturing Partner, LLC (d.b.a. JSA Tool & Mfg., trade name), is recommended for certification for State of Wisconsin tax credits under the Wisconsin Community Development Zone Program. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.1-09 A Ordinance No. 1-09 To amend Sec. 114-34(d) and (g) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Board of Appeals - Hearings; Determinations.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 1-09 To amend Sec. 114-34(d) and (g) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Board of Appeals - Hearings; Determinations. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Section 114-34(d) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the word “four” in the fourth sentence and inserting the phrase “a majority of the members” in its place. Part 2: Section 114-34(g) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the phrase “four members of the board of appeals” in the first sentence and inserting the phrase “a majority of the members present at the meeting” in its place. Part 3: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: __________________________ Approved: ______________ __________________________ Mayor Attest: __________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.2-09 A Ordinance No. 2-09 To repeal and recreate Section 46-36 and to repeal Secs. 46-38, 46-39 and 46-40 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Public works contracts.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 2-09 To repeal and recreate Section 46-36 and to repeal Secs. 46-38, 46-39 and 46-40 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Public works contracts. Part 1: Section 46-36 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows: “Section 46-36. Public works contracts . The City shall comply with all statutory requirements contained in Sections 66-0901 -- 66.0903, Wis. Stats., and all administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Workforce Development pursuant to Section 66.0903(12)(e), Wis. Stats.” Part 2: Sections 46-38, 46-39 and 46-40 are repealed. Part 3: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: _________________________ Approved: _____________ _________________________ Mayor Attest: _________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available