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ZOrd.0008-07
| A | | An Ordinance to rezone 1321 State Street | Zoning Ordinance | An Ordinance to rezone 1321 State Street
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the parcel of property located at 1321 State Street, and more particularly described as follows:
"SE 1/4 Section 8-3-23 Parcel 4 of CSM 2587 recorded as document 1954281 in the Racine County Register of Deeds Office. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin"
be rezoned from "I-2" General Industrial District and "B-3" General Business District, to "B-2" Community Shopping District, and designated as Supplement No. ______, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance.
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
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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ZOrd.0009-07
| A | | An Ordinance to rezone 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive | Zoning Ordinance | An Ordinance to rezone 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the parcel of property located at 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, and more particularly described as follows:
"The NW 1/4 of Section 9-3-23 Lot 33 as described in Volume 2335 page 122,as recorded with the Racine County Register of Deeds Office. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin"
be rezoned from "O-I" Office Institutional District, to "R-3" Limited General Residence District, and designated as Supplement No. ______, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance.
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:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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07-1573
| A | | Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet with the appropriate committee to discuss the third party administration services of the United HealthCare Insurance Company. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet with the appropriate committee to discuss the third party administration services of the United HealthCare Insurance Company.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 01-07-08: Deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 1-21-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with United HealthCare Insurance Company to provide third party administration services for the City Health Plan including payment of claims effective January 1, 2008.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1493
| A | | Thoughts for Foods request to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on March 1, 2008. | Communication | Subject: Communication from a representative of Thoughts for Foods requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on March 1, 2008 for their annual event.
Recommendation: 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 1, 2008 to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 2, 2008, 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 recommends that the | Referred | |
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07-1551
| A | | Submit Focus on Energy Grant application to WE Energies for the installation of energy efficient lighting at the Civic Center Parking Ramp. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting authorization to submit a Focus on Energy Grant application to WE Energies for the installation of energy efficient lighting at the Civic Center Parking Ramp.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-1552
| A | | Submit Focus on Energy Grant application to WE Energies for the installation of energy efficient lighting at the Festival Hall. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting authorization to submit a Focus on Energy Grant application to WE Energies for the installation of energy efficient lighting at the Festival Hall.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-1566
| A | | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services for permission to enter into an agreement with Mekus Studios to prepare plans and specifications for Mound Cemetery New Fountain and Crypts. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services for permission to enter into an agreement with Mekus Studios to prepare plans and specifications for Mound Cemetery New Fountain and Crypts.
Recommendation: Refer to the Public Safety and Licensing Committee.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-1578
| A | | Communication from the Puchasing Agent wishing to discuss award recommendations for Official Notice #14, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. | Communication | Subject:Communication from the Puchasing Agent wishing to discuss award recommendations for Official Notice #14, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. | Referred | |
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07-1576
| A | | Communication from the Racine County Sheriff's Department regarding revised parking allowed around the Law Enforcement Center. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine County Sheriff's Department regarding revised parking allowed around the Law Enforcement Center.
Recommendation: The request to approve "No Parking at Any Time" on Eighth Street and Wisconsin Avenue, and Law Enforcement Vehicle Parking Only on Eighth Street adjacent to the Racine County Law Enforcement Center be granted.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00. | Referred | |
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07-1567
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to discuss implementing a policy on the sale of parking meter hoods in business districts. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to discuss implementing a policy on the sale of parking meter hoods in business districts. (Res.08-0853)
Recommendation (1-30-08): Defer
Recommendation (2-27-08): Defer
Recommendaton (3-26-08): Defer
Recommendation (4-30-08): Defer
Recommendation (5-28-08): To approve the policy on the sale of parking meter hoods in business districts.
Fiscal Note: The cost of parking meter bags will increase from $2.75 per bag to $6.25 per bag for on-street parking and $3.40 per bag for off-street parking. | Referred | |
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07-1517
| A | | CUP for Jamie Gordon's clothing store at 1109 Washington Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Jamie Gordon of Gertrude's T-Shirts and More seeking a conditional use permit for clothing and accessories store at 1109 Washington Avenue.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 12-12-07: That the request by Jamie Gordon of Gertrude’s T-Shirts & More seeking a conditional use permit for a clothing and accessories store at 1109 Washington Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on December 12, 2007 be approved, subject to the following conditions.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be applied for.
c. That the maximum hours of operation be 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
d. That a detailed sign plan be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval, that includes a plan to address window signage and display.
e. That the property be maintained in that trash and debris on the sidewalk and other areas be properly disposed on a daily basis.
f. That all trash and r | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1518
| A | | CUP wireless communication facilityat 1810 Phillips Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject:(Direct Referral) Request by Rosemarie Barrette representing Cricket Communications, Inc. seeking a conditional use permit for a wireless communication facility at 1810 Phillips Avenue.
Staff Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 12-12-07: That the request by Rosemarie Barrette of Cricket Communications, Inc. seeking a conditional use permit for the installation of a wireless communication facility at 1810 Phillips Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on December 12, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the Cricket Communications, Inc. receive appropriate approvals from the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine for the use of this property.
c. That all applicable permits be applied for through the Building Inspection Department.
d. That the color of the antennas matches the color of the surface to which they are mounted.
e. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
f. That all appropriate FAA approva | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1571
| A | | Adopting ZOrd.0008-07 (1321 State Street) | Communication | Subject: ZOrd.0008-07 is to rezone 1321 State Street from I-2 and B-3 to B-2.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-12-07: That the ZOrd.008-07 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1572
| A | | Adopting ZOrd-0009-07 (1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive) | Communication | Subject: ZOrd.0009-07 is to rezone 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive from O-I to R-3.
Recommendation of the City Development on 12-12-07: That the ZOrd.0009-07 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1510
| A | | Clean Water Fund Program-Financial Assistance Agrmt. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral - Communication from the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility wishing to discuss the Financial Assistance Agreement for Clean Water Fund Program, Project No. 4285-14, Basin Z Wastewater Storage Facility
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 12-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a Financial Assistance agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Administration for a Clean Water Fund Loan in the amount of $3,481,931.
Fiscal Note: No City funds are involved with the Clean Water Fund Loan from the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration. The loan rate will be 2.475%. The loan will be repaid with Wastewater Utility funds.
Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 12/18/07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a Financial Assistance Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Administration for a Clean Water Fund Loan for the purpose of funding the Basin Z Wastewater Storage Facility project in the amount of $3,481,931. Further recommends that $3,481,931.00 in Wastewater Reve | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1546
| A | | Comfort Resolution - Virginia St. & Michigan Blvd. Sanitary Sewer Project | Communication | Subject: Comfort Resolution pertaining to Virginia St. and Michigan Blvd. Sanitary Sewer Project
Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 12/18/07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign the "Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse" pertaining to Virginia St. and Michigan Blvd. Sanitary Sewer project.
Fiscal Note: Funding will be supplied by the Wastewater Utility. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.07-0571
| A | | Conditional Use Permit for 1109 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 1109 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Jamie Gordon of Gertrude’s T-Shirts & More seeking a conditional use permit for a clothing and accessories store at 1109 Washington Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on December 12, 2007 be approved, subject to the following conditions.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be applied for.
c. That the maximum hours of operation be 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
d. That a detailed sign plan be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval, that includes a plan to address window signage and display.
e. That the property be maintained in that trash and debris on the sidewalk and other areas be properly disposed on a daily basis.
f. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and screen from view.
g. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
h. That no minor ch | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0578
| A | | Financial Assistance Agreement with Wisconsin Department of Administration | Resolution | Financial Assistance Agreement with Wisconsin Department of Administration
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Financial Assistance Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Administration for a Clean Water Loan for the purpose of funding the Basin Z Wastewater Storage Facility project in the amount of $3,481,931.
Further resolved, that $3,481,931 in Wastewater Revenue Bonds be issued to the State of Wisconsin Clean Water Fund Program in exchange for a Clean Water Fund Loan in the same amount.
Fiscal Note: Funding will be provided by the Wastewater Utility. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0579
| A | | City of Racine, Wisconsin, "Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse", Virginia Street and Michigan Blvd. Sanitary Sewer Project | Resolution | City of Racine, Wisconsin, "Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse", Virginia Street and Michigan Blvd. Sanitary Sewer Project
Whereas, the City of Racine, Wisconsin, owns and operates regional wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities through the Racine Wastewater Utility; and
Whereas, improvements to the wastewater system are necessary and include the Virginia Street-Michigan Boulevard project identified as CWFP Project #4285-15 (the "Project"); and
Whereas, the Utility expects to obtain a loan to provide long-term financing for the Project from the Clean Water Fund Program; and
Whereas, construction of the Project is expected to proceed prior to the Clean Water Fund Program (the "CWFP") loan being available; and
Whereas, the City wishes to declare its intent to use its internal funds to temporarily fund the construction of the Project until the CWFP loan, or other long-term financing, can be obtained; and
Whereas, this resolution documents the City's intent to reimburse its internal funds, as required by Treasury Regulations 26 CFR 1.150-2, with tax-e | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0580
| A | | Resolution Authorizing The Issuance And Sale Of Up To $3,481,931 Wastewater Utility Revenue Bonds, Series 2008, And Providing For Other Details And Covenants With Respect Thereto | Resolution | Resolution Authorizing The Issuance And Sale Of Up To $3,481,931 Wastewater Utility Revenue Bonds, Series 2008, And Providing For Other Details And Covenants With Respect Thereto
Whereas, the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "Municipality") owns and operates a wastewater utility system (the "System") which is operated for a public purpose as a public utility by the Municipality; and
Whereas, certain improvements to the System are necessary to meet the needs of the Municipality and the residents thereof, consisting of the construction of a project (the "Project") assigned Clean Water Fund Program Project No. 4285-14 by the Department of Natural Resources, and as described in the Department of Natural Resources approval letter for the plans and specifications of the Project, or portions thereof, issued under Section 281.41 of the Wisconsin Statutes, assigned No. S-2007-0013 and dated January 23, 2007 by the DNR; and
Whereas, under the provisions of Chapter 66 of the Wisconsin Statutes any municipality may, by action of its governing body, provide for purchasing, | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0581
| A | | Conditional Use Permit for 1810 Phillips Avenue | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 1810 Phillips Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Rosemarie Barrette representing Cricket Communications, Inc. seeking a conditional use permit for a wireless communication facility at 1810 Phillips Avenue be approved subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on December 12, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the Cricket Communications, Inc. receive appropriate approvals from the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine for the use of this property.
c. That all applicable permits be applied for through the Building Inspection Department.
d. That the color of the antennas matches the color of the surface to which they are mounted.
e. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
f. That all appropriate FAA approvals be obtained and submitted to the Department of City Development, prior to the issuance of a building permit.
g. That the operator provide to the City/County Communications Office within the Racine P | Adopted | |
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