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08-2083
| A | 1. | Public Hearing on Retired Officers Carrying Concealed Weapons | Communication | Subject: Public Hearing on Retired Officers Carrying Concealed Weapons
The proposed is as follows:
That permission be granted for the Chief of Police, pursuant to Federal Law Officers Safety Act of 2004 HR218, to allow retired police officers to carry concealed weapons after passing firearm qualifications and the Police Chief's approval. | Approved as Presented | |
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Ord.07-08
| A | 2. | Ordinance No. 07-08
To amend Sec. 114-1(b), to amend the title of Sec. 114-182, and by amending Sec. 114-468 (24) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Rules of construction and definitions; conditional uses. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 07-08
To amend Sec. 114-1(b), to amend the title of Sec. 114-182, and to amend Sec. 114-468 (24) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Rules of construction and definitions; conditional uses.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 114-1(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by repealing the definition of "Drive-in, takeout, or fast food establishment" and by adding the following definitions as follows:
Insert the following definition after the definition of "Day care home":
"Delicatessen or butcher means an establishment whose primary intent is to offer for retail sale to patrons prepared or unprepared meal components to carry away for off premise consumption at a later time."
Insert the following definition after the definition of "Drainage system":
"Drive-in or Drive-through establishment means an establishment where either all or a portion of the operation affords the patron the ability to receive or consume goods, services, entertainment, or | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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Ord.05-08
| A | 3. | Ordinance No. 05-08 | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 05-08
To create Sec. 94-21 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Neighborhood Electric Vehicles.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 94-21 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
“94-21. Neighborhood Electric Vehicles.
(a) Definitions. A neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV) means a self-propelled electrically-powered motor vehicle that has successfully completed the neighborhood electric vehicle America test program conducted by the federal department of energy and that conforms to the definition and requirements for low-speed vehicles, as adopted in the federal motor vehicle safety standards for “low-speed vehicles” under 49 CFR 571.3(b) and 571.500. Electric golf carts are not included within the foregoing definition.
A neighborhood electric vehicle shall be 4-wheeled and have a speed range of at least 20 miles per hour and not more than 25 miles per hour on a paved surface and have a gross vehicle weight of less t | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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08-2084
| A | 4. | Communication from the Chairman of the City of Racine Board of Ethics submitting their 2007-2008 Annual Report. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chairman of the City of Racine Board of Ethics submitting their 2007-2008 Annual Report. | Approved as Presented | |
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08-2005
| A | 5. | Police Chief Wahlen requesting to add items to the 2008 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan.
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to add items to the 2008 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The 2008 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan be amended by increasing account 241.000.5770 Machinery & Equipment - Interview Room Remodeling & Rewiring by $5,000; Neighborhood Security Cameras by $25,000 and Wireless PC Sgt. & Investigation Offices by $20,000. Account 241.000.5890 Canine (Investigations) - Recertification Training increase by $3,000.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: The 2008 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan be amended by increasing the outlay account to a total of $53,000.00 for use by the Police Department accounts 241.000.5770 Machinery & Equipment - Interview Room Remodeling & Rewiring by $5,000; Neighborhood Security Cameras by $25,000 and Wireless PC Sgt. & Investigation Offices by $20,000. Account 241.000.5890 Canine (Investigations) - Recertification Training increase by $3,000.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for the appro | Referred | |
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08-2005
| A | | Police Chief Wahlen requesting to add items to the 2008 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan.
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to add items to the 2008 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The 2008 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan be amended by increasing account 241.000.5770 Machinery & Equipment - Interview Room Remodeling & Rewiring by $5,000; Neighborhood Security Cameras by $25,000 and Wireless PC Sgt. & Investigation Offices by $20,000. Account 241.000.5890 Canine (Investigations) - Recertification Training increase by $3,000.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: The 2008 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan be amended by increasing the outlay account to a total of $53,000.00 for use by the Police Department accounts 241.000.5770 Machinery & Equipment - Interview Room Remodeling & Rewiring by $5,000; Neighborhood Security Cameras by $25,000 and Wireless PC Sgt. & Investigation Offices by $20,000. Account 241.000.5890 Canine (Investigations) - Recertification Training increase by $3,000.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for the appro | Referred | |
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08-2007
| A | 6. | Chief of Police Wahlen requesting to apply for the WI Dept of Transportation 2008 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control # 2008-014).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control # 2008-014).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for an $18,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control No. 2008-014).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for an $18,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2008 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant. (Grant Control No. 2008-014).
Fiscal Note: The grant requires a 25% soft match ($4,500) on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2007
| A | | Chief of Police Wahlen requesting to apply for the WI Dept of Transportation 2008 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control # 2008-014).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control # 2008-014).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for an $18,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control No. 2008-014).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for an $18,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2008 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant. (Grant Control No. 2008-014).
Fiscal Note: The grant requires a 25% soft match ($4,500) on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2009
| A | 7. | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control # 2008-015).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control # 2008-015).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $4,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control No. 2008-015).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for a $4,000.00 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2008 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant. (Grant Control No. 2008-015).
Fiscal Note: There is a 25% ($1,000) soft match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2009
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control # 2008-015).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control # 2008-015).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $4,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (Grant Control No. 2008-015).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for a $4,000.00 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2008 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant. (Grant Control No. 2008-015).
Fiscal Note: There is a 25% ($1,000) soft match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2013
| A | 8. | Chief of Police requesting to apply for the WI Dept of Transportation 2008 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control # 2008-016).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control # 2008-016).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $4,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Bicycle Safety grant (Grant Control No. 2008-016).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for a $4,000.00 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2008 Bicycle Safety grant. (Grant Control No. 2008-016).
Fiscal Note: There is a 25% ($1,000) soft match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2013
| A | | Chief of Police requesting to apply for the WI Dept of Transportation 2008 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control # 2008-016).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant Control # 2008-016).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $4,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2008 Bicycle Safety grant (Grant Control No. 2008-016).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for a $4,000.00 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2008 Bicycle Safety grant. (Grant Control No. 2008-016).
Fiscal Note: There is a 25% ($1,000) soft match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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08-2070
| A | 9. | claim of Adam Modrow and Jessie Modrow, d/b/a Little Rock Cafe | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Adam Modrow and Jessie Modrow for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The claim of Adam Modrow and Jessie Modrow, 1949 State Street, requesting reimbursement of $82,500 for the teardown and reconstruction of their commercial building that was damaged on June 25, 2007 by a construction company working under a City contract be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2074
| A | 10. | Review interest rate and changing the 10-year street assessment pay-off to a 20-year for street paving. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 6th and 14th District requesting to meet with the appropriate committee to discuss reviewing the interest rate and changing the 10-year street assessment pay-off to a 20-year for street paving. (Res.08-0970)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Defer the item.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 06-9-08: Defer the item.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-08: A new home owner loan program for assessment projects over $2,000 be established and funded through the 801 Special Assessment Fund. The program will be administered through the City Housing Department and follow all rules, regulations and income guidelines of the CDBG Fixed Interest Loan Program.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available to fund this program. CDBG Income guidelines will be used to determine eligibility and interest rates. Loans will require monthly payments with terms up to 20 years. All applications and subsequent loans will be handled in a manner identical to the CDBG | Referred | |
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08-2076
| A | 11. | Racine Zoo discuss financial terms of the operating agreement between the Society and the City of Racine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President and CEO of the Racine Zoo wishing to discuss the financial terms of the operating agreement between the Society and the City of Racine.
Also refer to the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The item be referred to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-14-08: that the City apply an annual increase equal to the CPI index to the Zoo allocation.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 08-04-2008: the Item be received and filed.
Fiscal note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2076
| A | | Racine Zoo discuss financial terms of the operating agreement between the Society and the City of Racine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President and CEO of the Racine Zoo wishing to discuss the financial terms of the operating agreement between the Society and the City of Racine.
Also refer to the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The item be referred to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-14-08: that the City apply an annual increase equal to the CPI index to the Zoo allocation.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 08-04-2008: the Item be received and filed.
Fiscal note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2092
| A | 12. | Modifications to the position of the City Clerk and Treasury Manager. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss modifications to the position description and classification of the City Clerk and Treasury Manager.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the Finance Director to change the City Clerk position to City Clerk/Treasury Manager and reclassify from NR-14 to NR-15. Further recommends to change the Treasury Manager position to Assistant City Clerk/Assistant Treasury Manager and reclassify from NR-12 to NR-11.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2096
| A | 13. | Human Resources Manager requesting additional funding for 2008 advertising. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Terry Parker, Human Resources Manager requesting additional funding in the amount of $14,490.00 from the Contingency Fund for advertising in 2008.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Item to be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2104
| A | 14. | Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices. | Communication | Subject:Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Racine Journal Times be awarded the bid of publishing the Common Council proceedings and all legal notices for the period of June 1, 2008 through May 31, 2009, they being the only bidder.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101-010-5540 City Council Proceedings. | Referred | |
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08-2020
| A | 15. | Request to remove No Parking restriction on Wright Boulevard between Ohio Street and Perry Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting that the No Parking restriction on Wright Boulevard between Ohio Street and Perry Avenue be removed.
Recommendation: That the item be referred to the Traffic Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (06-30-08): The request to remove No Parking at Any Time on Wright Avenue, north side, from Ohio Street to Perry Avenue be granted.
Fiscal Note: There is a nominal cost to remove these signs. | Referred | |
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08-2021
| A | 16. | Request to increase the street opening permit fee from $125 to $150. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer recommending an increase in the street opening permit fee from $125 to $150.
Recommendation: That Section 82-73 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine be amended by deleting, in the 5th line, $125.00 and inserting it its place $150.00.
Fiscal Note: This increase in the Street Opening Permit fee, which is paid by utilities and contractors, will increase revenue by $10,000.00. | Referred | |
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08-2023
| A | 17. | Request to pave alley bounded by Racine Street, DeKoven Avenue, 18th Street and Clark Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting that the alley bounded by Racine Street, DeKoven Avenue, 18th Street and Clark Street be paved.
Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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08-2069
| A | 18. | Appeal decision to pave alley in 1300 Block of West Lawn & Monroe Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 13th District submitting a petition on behalf of the residents of the 1300 Block of West Lawn & Monroe Avenue appealing the decision to pave the alley fronting their properties.
Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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08-2073
| A | 19. | Greater Racine Kennel Club, Inc. (GRKC) request to use the parking area along Pershing Park Drive during the All Breed Dog Show on August 10-11, 2008. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Greater Racine Kennel Club, Inc. (GRKC) requesting the use of the parking area along Pershing Park Drive during the All Breed Dog Show on August 10-11, 2008.
Recommendation: That the Greater Racine Kennel Club be granted permission to lease the gravel parking area north of the skateboard park north to the Pershing Park football field for the parking of recreational vehicles in conjunction with the American Kennel Club's All Breed Dog Show, in exchange for policing the area of all garbage, debris and trash generated during the weekend of Saturday, August 9, 2008, through Monday, August 11, 2008.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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08-2091
| A | 20. | Final payment on Contract 51-07 (K7-059), State Street Bridge Sidewalk Replacement. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 51-07 (K7-059), State Street Bridge Sidewalk Replacement.
Recommendation: That the work of Zenith Tech, Inc., under Contract 51-07 (K7-059), State Street Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $126,500.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract authorized under Resolution No. 07-0428 of October 2, 2007. | Referred | |
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08-2097
| A | 21. | Bid results on Official Notice #7, Radio Communication Tower Replacement. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #7, Radio Communication Tower Replacement.
Recommendation: That Official Notice #7, Radio Communication Tower Replacement, be awarded to Wave Communications, Inc., at their bid price of $44,200.00, they being the only responsible bidder.
Funds to defray the cost of this project are available in Account 987.310.5010, Antennas and Towers.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Referred | |
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08-2082
| A | 22. | Application of Mega Marts, LLC, David Babcock, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class A" license for 2406 S. Greenbay Road. | Communication | Subject: Application of Mega Marts, LLC, David J. Babcock, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class A" license for 2406 S. Greenbay Road.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 5-12-08: That the Change of Agent for a "Class A" application for Mega Marts, David J. Babcock, 2406 S. Greenbay Road be denied due to lack of compliance as agent did not appear.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-2061
| A | 23. | Second District Alderman wishing to discuss if a four way stop sign is warranted at 18th / Center Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Second District Alderman wishing to discuss if a four-way stop sign is warranted at 18th & Center Street.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-1947
| A | 24. | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from The Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation (City Grant Control # 2008-010) for a c | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from The Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation (City Grant Control # 2008-010) for a community gardening project. (Res. 08-0774)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-21-08: Permission granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to apply for a $2,000 grant with the Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation (Grant Control No. 2008-010) to be utilized for the community gardening project.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1949
| A | 25. | apply for a grant with the Sustainable Racine Fund utilized for a Reforest Racine project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from The Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation (City Grant Control #2008-012) for a Reforest Racine project.
(Res. #08-0773)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-21-08: Permission granted for the Director of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to apply for a $2,000 grant with the Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation (Grant Control No. 2008-012) to be utilized for the Reforest Racine project.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1964
| A | 26. | Sustainable Racine/North Beach | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the Sustainable Racine Fund in the amount of $2,000. (Grant Control #2008-011)
(Res. 08-0771)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-21-08: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $2,000 grant with the Sustainable Racine Fund (Grant Control No. 2008-011) to be utilized for the purchase of 143 1-gallon containers of Blue Dune Lyme Grass to be utilized at the south end of North Beach.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1966
| A | 27. | Root-Pike Watershed Initiative | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network. (Grant Control #2008-008)
(Res. #08-0772)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-21-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $9,431.41 agreement with the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network (Grant Control No. 2008-008). Funds to be utilized for the 2007 biological and chemical indicator assessment on the Root River from the Horlick Dam to the mouth of the river.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1976
| A | 28. | claim of Maurie Gomez | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Maurie Gomez, of 5706 - 61st St, Kenosha, for consideration.
Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: The claim of Maurie Gomez, of 5706 - 61st St., Kenosha, requesting reimbursement for the replacement of a car tire rim and hubcap damaged by a pothole on Lathrop Avenue be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1986
| A | 29. | claim of Tyrone Johnson | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Tyrone Johnson, of 2516 Ashland Avenue, regarding a damaged fence at 1915 Jay Eye See Avenue for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: The claim of Tyrone Johnson, of 2516 Ashland Ave., requesting reimbursement of $525 for the repairs to his fence that was dislodged by force of snow when the plows came through the alley be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1991
| A | 30. | Amending the Ordinances regarding changes in the Human Resources Department. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Deputy City Attorney to discuss amending the City of Racine Code of Ordinances to reflect changes in the Human Resources Department.
(COrd.0001-08 and Ord.08-08)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: Amend the Charter Ordinances sections as follows: Charter Ordinance Section 2-1; Charter Ordinance Section 2-2; Charter Ordinance Section 2-52; Charter Ordinance Section 2-76;
Approve the amendment of the Charter Ordinances as indicated;
Amend the following Code of Ordinances sections: Section 2-208; Section 2-437; Section 26-23; Section 62-29; Section 62-36; Section 62-46; Section 62-48; Section 70-53; Section 74-36; Section 74-37; Section 74-67; Section 98-32; Section 98-33;
Create the following Ordinance: Chapter II, Article IV, Division 7;
Repeal the following Ordinance: Chapter II, Article V, Division 7
Approve the amendment, creation and repeal of the portions of the Code of Ordinances indicated.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1992
| A | 31. | Communication from the Deputy City Attorney, Finance Director, and Human Resource Manager to discuss adding an additional HR Benefits Coordinator to the Human Resources Department. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Deputy City Attorney, Finance Director, and Human Resource Manager to discuss adding an additional HR Benefits Coordinator to the Human Resources Department.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: Permission granted for the creation of an additional Human Resource Benefits Coordinator position for the Human Resources Department.
Fiscal Note: The position's annual cost of approximately $90,000 will be funded from the 405 Health Insurance Fund. The 2008 cost will be $45,000. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1993
| A | 32. | Claim of Mary Ann Glassen for consideration. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the claim of Mary Ann Glassen for consideration. (Res. 08-0775)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: The claim of Mary Ann Glassen requesting reimbursement for a fall in the crosswalk at the intersection of 15th Street and Grove Avenue be settled in the amount of $27,500.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101-160-5910 Judgment & Claims. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1994
| A | 33. | Communication from the Deputy City Attorney requesting to meet in Closed Session pursuant to s. 19.85(1)(c), to discuss the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 430, AFL-CIO, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Deputy City Attorney requesting to meet in Closed Session pursuant to s. 19.85(1)(c), to discuss the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 430, AFL-CIO, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, for June 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008. (Res.08-0777)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: Permission granted for the city members of the Local 430, AFL-CIO, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers to receive a 3.5% raise and be paid $29.82 per hour from June 1, 2008-December 31, 2008.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the Department of Public Works-electricians budget. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1999
| A | 34. | Transfer funds from the general fund to various special revenue funds to offset accumulated deficits in those funds for the year ended December 31, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee wishing to discuss the transfer of funds from the general fund to various special revenue funds to offset accumulated deficits in those funds for the year ended December 31, 2007. (Res. 08-0776)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-21-08: Permission granted for the Assistant Finance Director transfer $28,285.96 from the general fund to the bulky waste site special revenue fund to cover the 2007 deficit in the fund and to transfer $19,105.77 from the general fund to the municipal court special revenue fund to cover an accumulated deficit in the fund.
Fiscal Note: Total transfer out of the general fund will be $47,391.73 and will be appropriated from the contingency fund. Funds are available in the contingency fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2001
| A | 35. | A single unified job description, title change and reclassification of the existing Accountant ! & II positons within the Finance Department. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss adopting a single unified job description, title change and reclassification of the existing Accountant l & II positions within the Finance Department.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: Permission granted for the Accountant 1 and Accountant II positions within the Finance Department be reclassified under a single unified job description title.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1950
| A | 36. | Request to delete proposed boulevard in the 1700-1900 blocks of Mt. Pleasant Street from the 2008 City Resurfacing project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District, on behalf of the residents in the 1700-1900 blocks of Mt. Pleasant Street, to delete the proposed boulevard from the 2008 City Resurfacing project.
Recommendation: That the proposed boulevard to be constructed on Mt. Pleasant Street from High Street to Yout Street be deleted from the construction contract.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1946
| A | 37. | Apostolic Ministries Church, 933 LaSalle Street, requesting to close the 900 block of LaSalle Street on Sunday, June 22, 2008, for a special event. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Apostolic Ministries Church, 933 LaSalle Street, requesting to close the 900 block of LaSalle Street on Sunday, June 22, 2008, for a special event.
Recommendation of April 29, 2008 and May 13, 2008: Apostolic Ministries Church be granted permission to close LaSalle Street, between State Street and Prospect Street, on Sunday, June 22, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for a church event.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
FISCAL NOTE: There will be nominal costs to variou | Referred | |
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08-1962
| A | 38. | Proposals for Police Impound Lot Renovations. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting professional services proposals for Police Impound Lot Renovations. (Res.08-0856)
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract with Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz, Racine, WI, for professional engineering services for renovations at the Police Department Impound Lot, at a cost not-to-exceed $37,600.00.
Further recommends that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for appropriate funding.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 05-27-08: $37,600.00 be appropriated from the 2006 Capital Bond Fund and placed in Account 986.310.5070 Impound Building to cover the costs of this project.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for this appropriation. | Referred | |
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08-1963
| A | 39. | Amendment No. 1 to Contract 11-08 (K8-012), Develop Database for Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Program, Phase II, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 11-08 (K8-012), Develop Database for Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Program, Phase II, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. (Res.#08-0787)
Recommendation: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 11-08 (K8-012), Develop Database for Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Program, Phase II, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, be approved in the amount of $34,850.00.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$17,425.00 - Account 104.988.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc.
$17,425.00 - Account 288.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer - Var. Loc.
$34,850.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1968
| A | 40. | Ordinance No. 5-08 relating to neighborhood electric vehicles. | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 5-08, of April 2, 2008, to create Sec. 94-21 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Neighborhood Electric Vehicles.
Recommendation: That Ordinance No. 5-08, of April 2, 2008, to create Sec. 94-21 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Neighborhood Electric Vehicles, be adopted and a public hearing scheduled.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1977
| A | 41. | Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal Alarma Int. request to close the 600 block of 17th Street on Saturdy, June 7, 2008, for a church event. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal Alarma Int. requesting to close the 600 block of 17th Street on Saturday, June 7, 2008, for a church event. (Res. #08-0781)
Recommendation: Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal Alarma Int. be granted permission to close 17th Street, between Grand Avenue and Villa Street, on Sunday, June 7, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., for a church event.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
FISCAL NOTE: There will be nominal costs to various City | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2015
| A | 42. | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-07 (K7-018), Racine Public Library - Interior Remodeling, Imagine That GC LLC, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-07 (K7-018), Racine Public Library - Interior Remodeling, Imagine That GC LLC, contractor. (Res.#08-0788)
Recommendation: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-07 (K7-018), Racine Public Library - Interior Remodeling, Imagine That GC LLC, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $3,461.75.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 771.000.5950, Misc. Expenses.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2024
| A | 43. | Final payment on Contract 34-07 (K7-040), PS - 2007 NR 216 Stormwater Permit Compliance | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 34-07 (K7-040), PS - 2007 NR 216 Stormwater Permit Compliance, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. (Res.#08-0786)
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc., under Contract 34-07 (K7-040), PS - 2007 NR 216 Stormwater Permit Compliance, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $49,500.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Res. 07-0119, dated March 20, 2007. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2025
| A | 44. | Amend Res. 08-0737 for final payment on Contract 53-07 (K7-063), PS - Storm Sewer Inspection for 16th Street and Park Avenue | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to amend Res. 08-0737, dated April 2, 2008, for final payment on Contract 53-07 (K7-063), PS - Storm Sewer Inspection for 16th Street and Park Avenue, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: That Res. 08-0737, dated April 2, 2008, be amended by changing the final payment amount from $14,922.11 to $15,258.00, and, as amended, Res. 08-0737 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: The contract was approved by Res. 07-0431, dated October 2, 2007. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2026
| A | 45. | Bid results on Contract 19-08 (K8-021), 2008 Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 19-08 (K8-021), 2008 Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G.
(Res. #08-0783)
Recommendation: That Contract 19-08 (K8-021), 2008 Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G., be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $214,652.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$182,701.90 - Account 898.030.5520, CDBG Asphalt
$ 29,500.10 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc.
$ 2,450.00 - Account 988.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$214,652.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2027
| A | 46. | Bid results on Contract 22-08 (K8-026), 2008 City Resurfacing (R1). | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 22-08 (K8-026), 2008 City Resurfacing (R1). (Res. #08-0784)
Recommendation: That Contract 22-08 (K8-026), 2008 City Resurfacing (R1), be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $928,982.02, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$500,000.00 - Account 988.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing
$ 12,133.16 - Account 987.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing
$237,531.56 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Water
$ 53,542.40 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer
$ 4,871.53 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer - Var. Loc.
$ 39,457.60 - Account 986.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$ 75,000.00 - Account 988.590.5010, Replace City Circuits
$ 3,977.33 - Account 986.908.5210, New Curb & Gutter
$ 2,468.44 - Account 986.600.5030, LED Traffic Signals
$928,982.02 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are a | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2028
| A | 47. | Proposal from Ayres Associates for the 2008 Bridge Inspections. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal for inspection of the City's bridges. (Res.08-0790)
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract with Ayres Associates for professional services for 2008 Bridge Inspection Services, at a cost not-to-exceed $18,170.51.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 8,799.48 - Account 101.520.5770, Fixed Bridge Inspections
$ 9,371.04 - Account 930.063.5810, Lift Bridge Underwater Inspection
$18,170.51 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2035
| A | 48. | Three-party design agreement between the City, State and Bonestroo, Inc. for State Project ID: 2290-12-00 | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a three-party design agreement between the City, State and Bonestroo, Inc. for State Project ID: 2290-12-00, STH 38 (State Street) North Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street. (Res.#08-0791)
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 3-party contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Bonestroo, Inc. for professional engineering services for reconstructing State Street (STH 38) from N. Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street, State Project ID: 2290-12-00, for the not-to-exceed cost of $349,966.48, which is funded 75% by the State of Wisconsin, or $262,474.86, and 25% by the City of Racine, or $87,491.62.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.908.5040, State Street - Memorial to LaSalle.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2036
| A | 49. | Grant agreement from the Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources, Grant No. USC-SE03-51276-08, Colonial Park Root River Stabilization. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a grant agreement from the Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources, Grant No. USC-SE03-51276-08, Colonial Park Root River Stabilization. (Res.#08-0792)
Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to sign a Colonial Park Root River Stabilization Grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, in the amount of $41,000.00, with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the installation of streambank restoration and stabilization practices on the Root River between Colonial Park and Lincoln Park at an estimated project cost of $102,500.00.
Fiscal Note: The local share of this project is estimated at $61,500.00 and funding is available in Account 104.900.5420, Replacement Storm Sewer Construction. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2037
| A | 50. | Waive formal bidding for upgrading the Building Automation System (BAS). | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to waive formal bidding for upgrading the Building Automation System (BAS) for the Department of Public Works. (Res.#08-0785)
Recommendation: That the request to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. for the replacement of boiler control and temperature control equipment at Wustum Museum, Graceland Cemetery, Washington Park Golf Course and the Racine Zoological Gardens for the not-to-exceed price of $114,241.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 17,657.00 - Account 107.000.5780, Building Automation Upgrade Washington Park
$ 20,870.00 - Account 207.000.5770, Building Automation Upgrade Graceland Ceme | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2066
| A | 51. | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 03-08 (K8-003), Sixth Street Utility Construction | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 3-08 (K8-003), Sixth Street Utility Construction (R1), Globe Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res.#08-0789)
Recommendation: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 3-08 (K8-003), Sixth Street Utility Construction (R1), Globe Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $11,916.50.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the Racine Water Utility.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2067
| A | 52. | Revised state project agreement for Ohio Street, Durand Avenue (STH 11) to 21st Street, Project ID: 2704-05-00/70. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a revised state project agreement for Ohio Street, Durand Avenue (STH 11) to 21st Street, Project ID: 2704-05-00/70. (Res.#08-0793)
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign the revised project agreement for reconstructing Ohio Street (LOC STR) from Durand Avenue (STH 11) to 21st Street, State Project ID: 2704-05-00/70.
Fiscal Note: This amended agreement is to add the maximum federal participation for all phases to be limited to $1,872,640.00. Project costs in excess of this federal cap will be the responsibility of the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2071
| A | 53. | Proposal for roof repair at Festival Hall. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for awnings at Festival Hall. (Res.08-0857)
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract with Hartmann Design, Inc., Racine, WI, for professional services for new awnings at Festival Hall, at a cost not-to-exceed $2,500.00.
Further recommends that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for appropriate funding.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 05-27-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract with Hartmann Design, Inc. Racine, WI for professional services for new awnings at the Festival Hall, at a cost not to exceed $2500.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to be transferred from the City Hall Cleaning Account 986.100.5020 to Account 986.108.5020 Festival Hall Awning Plans to cover this cost. | Referred | |
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08-2089
| A | 54. | Razing the building at 1130 Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids for razing the building at 1130 Washington Avenue. (Res. #08-0782)
Recommendation: That Official Notice #9, Razing and Removal of the Schaeffer Pontiac Auto Sales building at 1130 Washington Avenue, Racine, WI, be awarded to Macemon, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $27,500.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Funds to defray the cost of this project are available in Account 719.000.5950, Miscellaneous Expenses.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1604
| A | 55. | Request of the Committee for the appearance of Cerafin Davalos, Agent for Cera's Tequilla Bar | Communication | Subject: Request of the Committee for the appearance of Cerafin Davalos, Agent for Cera's Tequilla Bar, 607 Sixth Street for incidents that appeared on the November - December 2007 Licensed Premise Report.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 01-21-08: That the matter of the Cera's Tequilla Bar located at 607 Sixth Street, be referred to a due process hearing to determine whether the license should be revoked or suspended.
IN THE MATTER OF:
Hearing on the License of Cerafin Davalos for “Class B” Intoxicating Liquors and Fermented Malt Beverages License for 607 Sixth Street, Racine, Wisconsin.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee Due Process Hearing on 04-16-08:
That the “Class B” intoxicating liquors and fermented malt beverages license for Cerafin Davalos, doing business as Cera’s Tequila Bar at 607 Sixth Street, Racine, Wisconsin, be revoked.
Fiscal Note: The approximate cost is $8,000. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1920
| A | 56. | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen requesting to use federal law to allow qualified retired officers to carry concealed weapons.
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen requesting to use Federal law to allow qualified retired officers to carry concealed weapons. (Res. #08-0752)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-07-08: Permission granted for the Chief of Police, pursuant to Federal Law Officers Safety Act of 2004 HR218, to allow retired police officers to carry concealed weapons after passing firearm qualifications and the Police Chief's approval and further recommends that the Finance Department create a separate account for the $100 fee required from the retired officers.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 4-7-08: That the request of Chief of Police Wahlen, to use the Federal law to allow qualified retired officers to carry concealed weapons, be approved.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 4-21-08: That the Chief of Police be granted the authority to allow qualified retired officers to carry concealed weapons.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City. | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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08-1981
| A | 57. | Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the 2008 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control # 2008-013).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the 2008 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control # 2008-013). (Res. #08-0768)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $9,652.50 2008 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2008-013) with the State of Wisconsin to be utilized for 50% reimbursement costs for vests purchased in 2008.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 4-21-08: That permission be granted for Chief Wahlen to apply for a $9,652.50 2008 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2008-013) with the Federal Government to be utilized for 50% reimbursement costs for vests purchased in 2008.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1985
| A | 58. | Direct Referral, Change Order #2 Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, by Seater Consruction Co., Inc. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral, Change Order #2 Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, by Seater Construction Co., Inc. (Res. #08-0770)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 4-21-08: That Change Order #2 Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, by Seater Construction Co., Inc. be approved.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 987.740.5030, Entrance Complex/Parking, $293,266.00 for the City's portion of the project. The remaining funds will be provided by the Racine Zoological Society. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1998
| A | 59. | Fire Chief requests permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement to provide Level-B Haz Mat Response Services to Kenosha County | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement, between Kenosha County Emergency Government and the City of Racine, to provide Level-B Hazardous Materials Response Services to Kenosha County. (Res. #08-0769)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-21-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement Between Kenosha County and City of Racine for Level "B" Hazardous Material Response Services to commence 1-1-08 through 12-31-08.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 4-21-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement Between Kenosha County and City of Racine for Level "B" Hazardous Material Response Services to commence 1-1-08 through 12-31-08.
Fiscal Note: The City shall provide 20% of in-kind contributions as allowed under the terms of the EPCRA grant. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2006
| A | 60. | (Direct Referral) (New) Application of Uncorkt, LLC, Cheryl A. Etes, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 240 Main Street. (1st District) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) (New) Application of Uncorkt, LLC, Cheryl A. Etes, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 240 Main Street. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 4-21-08: That the application of Uncorkt, LLC, Cheryl A. Etes, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 240 Main Street (1st District) be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1935
| A | 62. | Discuss a No Parking restriction on the east side of Phillips south of 17th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor requesting to appear before the Traffic Commission to discuss a No Parking restriction on the east side of Phillips south of 17th Street.
Recommendation: The request to approve No Parking at Anytime on Phillips Avenue, east side from 17th Street to 18th Street 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. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1990
| A | 63. | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering to modify Section 94-141 of the Municipal Parking Code regarding Festival Park Drive and Library Drive. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering to modify Section 94-141 of the Municipal Parking Code regarding Festival Park Drive and Library Drive.
Recommendation: The request to approve No Parking at Any Time on Festival Park Drive, both sides, from Fifth Street to Sixth Street; and Library Drive, both sides, from Sixth Street to south terminus 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. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2093
| A | 64. | In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code by granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-141(1) of Schedule F of the Municipal C | Communication | Subject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code by granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-141(1) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking at any time" be amended:
By Including:
1. Phillips Avenue, east side, from 17th Street to 18th Street.
2. Festival Park Drive, both sides, from Fifth Street to Sixth Street.
3. Library Drive, both sides, from Sixth Street to south terminus. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1948
| A | 65. | Communication from Linda Budlow requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Fair on Saturday, June 7, 2008, and Sunday, June 8, 2008. This lot will provide parking for the artists participating in the art fair. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Linda Budlow requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Fair on Saturday, June 7, 2008, and Sunday, June 8, 2008. This lot will provide parking for the artists participating in the art fair. (Res.#08-0795)
Recommendation: The Monument Square Art Fair be granted permission to lease Lakefront parking Lot No. 5 on Saturday June 7 & Sunday June 8, 2008, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $360 in revenue for the Parking System. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1982
| A | 66. | Communication from the Transit Planner regarding the State of Wisconsin's 2008 funding for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner regarding the State of Wisconsin's 2008 funding for the Belle Urban System. (Res.08-0797)
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will receive up to $1,932,434 to assist with the operating costs of the Belle Urban System for 2008. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1983
| A | 67. | Communication from the Transit Planner regarding the State of Wisconsin's 2008 funding for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner regarding the State of Wisconsin's 2008 funding for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. (Res.#08-0798)
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will receive up to $642,925 to assist with the operating costs of the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service for 2008. No city funding is involved. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1989
| A | 68. | Communication from the Transit Planner regarding the pass through of State funding for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner regarding the pass through of State funding for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. (Res.#08-0799)
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the contract on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The contract will allow the City of Racine to pass through $642,925 in State aid to Wisconsin Coach Lines for Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. No City funds will be expended for the provision of this service. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2068
| A | 69. | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner regarding a contract amendment to the City's 2003 Federal Capital grant. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner regarding a contract amendment to the City's 2003 Federal Capital grant. (Res.08-0800)
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2003 State capital assistance contract for the Belle Urban System.
Fiscal Note: The amendment will provide an additional $92,000 previously promised to the Belle Urban System from older Federal grants, for the use in constructing the expansion of the Belle Urban System administrative offices. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2072
| A | 70. | (Direct Referral) Communication from Kristin Niemiec, on behalf of the Uptown Improvement Organization, requesting the rental of Uptown Lot # 5 (1300 Washington Ave), for the Uptown Artist Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2008. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Kristin Niemiec, on behalf of the Uptown Improvement Organization, requesting the rental of Uptown Lot # 5 (1300 Washington Ave), for the Uptown Artist Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2008. (Res.#08-0796)
Recommendation: The Uptown Improvement Organization be granted permission to lease Uptown Parking Lot No. 5 on Saturday June 14, 2008, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $46.50 in revenue for the Parking System | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2085
| A | 71. | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the professional services agreement between the City of Racine and Architectural Associates, LTD. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the professional services agreement between the City of Racine and Architectural Associates, LTD. (Res.#08-0801)
Recommendation: That the amendment be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The amendment will increase the agreement by $19,800, to $79,200, providing funds for additional work previously authorized, and to provide construction administration services beyond those previously contemplated in the original agreement. Federal grant funds are available to offset 80% of the cost, and the Belle Urban System CIP will provide the remaining funding. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2087
| A | 72. | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2007 State operating assistance agreement between WISDOT and the City of Racine for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2007 State operating assistance agreement between WISDOT and the City of Racine for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
(Res.#08-0802)
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2007 State assistance contract for pass through funds to Wisconsin Coach Lines for the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Fiscal Note: The amendment will correct a mistake in the original agreement that was technical in nature and would not change the amount of 2007 funding. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2088
| A | 73. | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2007 State operating assistance agreement between WISDOT and the City of Racine for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2007 State operating assistance agreement between WISDOT and the City of Racine for the Belle Urban System. (Res.#08-0803)
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2006 State assistance contract for the Belle Urban System.
Fiscal Note: The amendment will correct a mistake in the original agreement that was technical in nature and would not change the amount of 2007 funding. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1931
| A | 74. | Communication from Director of City Development requesting amendment to TID No. 10. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to amend the project plan and boundary of Tax Incremental District No. 10. (Res.#08-0807)
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-30-08: That the proposed amendment to the Project Plan and Boundary for TID No. 10 is found feasible and in conformity with the master plan of the City of Racine.
Further, that the amendment to the Project Plan and Boundary for TID No. 10 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1934
| A | 75. | Communication from Director of City Develoment requesting amendment to TID No. 2. | Communication | Subject: Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to amend the project plans of Tax Incremental Districts No. 2, No. 5, and No. 7. (Res.#08-0806)
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-30-08: That the proposed amendment to the Project Plans for TIDs Nos. 2, 5 and 7 to allow increment sharing with TIDs No. 3, 6, and 8 is found feasible and in conformity with the master plan of the City of Racine.
Further, that the amendment to the Project Plans for TIDs Nos. 2, 5 and 7 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1969
| A | 76. | Request to amend the project plan of Tax Incremental District No. 15. | Communication | Subject: Request to amend the project plan of Tax Incremental District No. 15. (Res.#08-0808)
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-30-08: That the proposed amendment to the Project Plan for TID No. 15 is found feasible and in conformity with the master plan of the City of Racine.
Further, that the amendment to the Project Plan for TID No. 15 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2079
| A | 77. | CUP Fitness Ctr at 2323 S. Green Bay Rd | Conditional Use Permit | Subject:(Direct Referral) Request by Kevin Libby representing Cardinal Fitness of Racine seeking a conditional use permit for a Physical Fitness Center at 2323 S. Green Bay Road.
(Res.#08-0809)
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-30-08: That a request from Kevin Libby seeking a conditional use permit to operate a fitness center at 2323 S. Green Bay Road be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 25, 2008 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the hours the establishment is open to the general public be Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
c. That all signs be professionally made, comply with the zoning ordinance requirements, High Ridge Centre sign standards, and be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval.
d. That no occupancy permit be issued for this business until such time as a three party agreement between the owners of the High Ridge Centre, Toys-R-Us and Regen | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2081
| A | 78. | CUP night club at 500 Sixth Street | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by James McCann representing Tinita, LLC seeking a conditional use permit for a night club at 500 Sixth Street. (Res.08-0810)
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-30-08: That the request by James McCann, representing Tinita LLC., seeking a conditional use permit at 500 Sixth Street for a night club be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 30, 2008 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That facilities for instruction, special events, and seminars be permitted as listed in the business plan.
d. That all activities permitted by this conditional use permit be confined to the indoor spaces as indicated on the floor plans submitted with the application.
e. That the security plan provided in the business plan be implemented and maintained in accordance with said plan unless otherwise authorized by the Plan Commission.
f. That the wi | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2094
| A | 79. | Ordinance No. 07-08 is an amendment to drive-in/drive-through and mixed use establishment | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 07-08 is an amendment to drive-in/drive-through and mixed use establishment.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-30-08: That the ordinance be adopted. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2099
| A | 80. | Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, commissions and boards for the City of Racine:
Cable Commission:
Appoint Walter Feldt, 1843 Wisconsin Ave., to fill an unexpired term ending in May 2009.
Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services:
Appoint Kelli Stein, 2325 Gilson St., for a three-year term ending in April 2011.
Appoint Darryl Carter, 828 Jackson St., for a three-year term ending in April 2011.
Appoint Joey LeGath, 1423 Hickory Way, to fill an unexpired term ending in April 2010.
Affirmative Action Human Rights Commission:
Appoint Marie Hargrove, 4144 LaSalle St., to fill an unexpired term ending in May 2009.
Library Board:
Appoint Donna Maldonado, 800 8th St., Apt 117, to fill an unexpired term ending in June 2010.
Civic Centre Commission:
Appoint Chris Terry, 6051 Regency West Dr., for a three-year term ending in May 2011.
Appoint J.J. McAuliffe, for a three-year term ending in May 2011.
Racine Sister City Planning Council:
Appoint Amy Maack, 2019 Erie St., to fill an unexpir | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2056
| A | 81. | Request to Amend 2008 CIP | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility wishing to discuss an amendment to the 2008 Capital Improvement Program that will enable the Racine Water Utilities to furnish, install and maintain SCADA data collection equipment at the Mt. Pleasant and Sturtevant areas.
Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 04-29-08: Approved and further recommends the item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the General Manager of Racine Water Utilities to amend the 2008 Capital Improvement Program. The additional funding will be utilized to furnish, install and maintain SCADA data collection equipment at the Mt. Pleasant and Sturtevant areas.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the utility reserves. | Referred | |
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07-1480
| A | 82. | Request of Wayne Clingman to meet with the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to present a long term programming proposal benefiting the Parks Department and the City of Racine. | Communication | Subject:Request of Wayne Clingman to meet with the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to present a long term programming proposal benefiting the Parks Department and the City of Racine.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 12-12-07: that the request be deferred.
Fiscal Note: To be determined
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 4-23-08: that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1859
| A | 83. | Communication from the Relay Director of the Madison-Chicago 200 Relay requesting the use of the parking lots at North Park Beach from 2:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. on June 7, 2008. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Relay Director of the Madison-Chicago 200 Relay requesting the use of the parking lots at North Park Beach from 2:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. on June 7, 2008. (Res. #08-0779)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 4-23-08: that the ordinance be waived and request be approved.
Fiscal note: Minimal cost for staff to open the parking lot gate. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1879
| A | 84. | Communication from the Executive Director, Racine Arts Council wishing to discuss placing a mosaic with a Hispanic flair on an exterior wall of the North Beach Oasis. The mosaic would be created by the Main Gallery program. The Hispanic Business Associa | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Executive Director, Racine Arts Council wishing to discuss placing a mosaic with a Hispanic flair on an exterior wall of the North Beach Oasis. The mosaic would be created by the Main Gallery program. The Hispanic Business Association would raise $3,000 for the project. (Res.08-0778)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 4-23-08: that the request be approved.
Fiscal Note: $3,000.00 to be raised by the Hispanic Round Table | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1951
| A | 85. | Post Prom requests. | Communication | Subject: Communication from a representative of the Downtown Rotary Club requesting a special events noise variance and permission to extend the curfew, use the 5th Street Parking Ramp, hang banners at Civic Centre and Festival Hall, use city streets for a parade, and operate a spotlight and run interactive games at Festival Park on May 17 & 18, 2008 in connection with the Rotary Post Prom. (Res.#08-0794)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee 04-8-08: The request of the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club, to close:
Fifth Street, from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive,
Festival Park Drive, from Fifth Street to Sixth Street,
Sixth Street, from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive,
Pershing Park Drive, from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street, and
Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street,
from 7:00 p.m., Saturday, May 17, 2008, to 4:30 a.m., Sunday, May 18, 2008, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-1953
| A | 86. | Communication from the Downtown Rotary Club of Racine requesting the City provide 950 linear feet of wood slat fencing with 95 fencing stands for the 54th Annual Post Prom May 17, 2008. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Downtown Rotary Club of Racine requesting the City provide 950 linear feet of wood slat fencing with 95 fencing stands for the 54th Annual Post Prom May 17, 2008.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 4-23-08: that the request be approved on an ongoing basis. Further recommend the item be referred to the Finance Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Permission granted for the City of Racine to provide annually 950 linear feet of fencing with 95 fencing stands for the Downtown Rotary Club of Racine for their annual Post Prom.
Fiscal Note: There will be minimal cost to the City. The Rotary Club will pickup and setup fencing. | Referred | |
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08-1984
| A | 87. | Communication from Brett Kaydo wishing to discuss a water sport rental company for North Beach. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Brett Kaydo wishing to discuss a water sport rental company for North Beach. (Res.09-1472)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 4-23-08: that the request be referred to the City Attorney for review and that the item come back before the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services with the Attorney's recommendation for the committee's final approval.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-14-08: Defer
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 6-11-08: Defer
Recommendation of the City Attorney on 10-21-08: the Item be received and filed.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-13-09: approve
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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08-1952
| A | 88. | Fair Housing Action Plan 2008 | Communication | Subject: Fair Housing Action Plan 2008
Recommendation of Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission on 4-10-08: That the City's Fair Housing Action Plan for 2008 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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08-2000
| A | 89. | (Direct Referral) Communication from Gaslight Pointe Marina regarding a floating platform. Ryan Rosenthal invited to the meeting. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Gaslight Pointe Marina regarding a floating platform.
Recommendation: Approval of the floating dock installation.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.08-0752
| A | 90. | Permission for retired police officers to carry concealed weapons | Resolution | Permission for retired police officers to carry concealed weapons
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Chief of Police, pursuant to the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 HR218, Public Law 108-277, 18 U.S.C. 926C, to allow retired police officers to carry concealed weapons after passing firearm qualifications and the Police Chief's approval.
Further resolved, that the Finance Department create a separate account for the $100 fee required from the retired police officers who, pursuant to the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 (HR218), Public Law 108-277, 18 U.S.C. 926C, are allowed to carry concealed weapons after passing firearm qualifications and receive the Police Chief''s approval.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0768
| A | 91. | Permission for Police Chief to apply for 2008 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant | Resolution | Permission for Police Chief to apply for 2008 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant
Resolved, that the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the 2008 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2008-013) with the State of Wisconsin in the amount of $9,652.50, to be utilized for 50% reimbursement costs for vests purchased in 2008.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0769
| A | 92. | Permission to enter into Intergovernmental Agreement between Kenosha County and City of Racine | Resolution | Permission to enter into Intergovernmental Agreement between Kenosha County and City of Racine
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement between Kenosha County and City of Racine for Level "B" Hazardous Material Response Services to Kenosha County, commencing January 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008.
Fiscal Note: The City shall provide 20% of in-kind contributions as allowed under the terms of the EPCRA grant. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0770
| A | 93. | Change Order on contract for Remodeling Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III | Resolution | Change Order on contract for Remodeling Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III
Resolved, that Change Order #2, Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, by Seater Construction Co., Inc. be approved.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 987.740.5030, Entrance Complex/Parking, $293,266.00 for the City's portion of the project. The remaining funds will be provided by the Racine Zoological Society. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0771
| A | 94. | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Grant from Sustainable Racine Fund | Resolution | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Grant from Sustainable Racine Fund
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for a Sustainable Racine Fund Grant in the amount of $2,000.00, (Grant Control No. 2008-011), to be utilized for the purchase of 143 1-gallon containers of Blue Dune Lyme Grass to be utilized at the south end of North Beach. The contract period is April 26, 2008 to October 31, 2008.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0772
| A | 95. | Permission for Public Health Administrator to accept funding from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network | Resolution | Permission for Public Health Administrator to accept funding from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept funding from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $9,431.41 agreement with the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network (Grant Control No. 2008-008). Funds to be utilized for the 2007 biological and chemical indicator assessment on the Root River from the Horlick Dam to the mouth of the river.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0773
| A | 96. | Permission for Director of Parks to apply for a Grant from Sustainable Racine Fund for Reforest Racine Project | Resolution | Permission for Director of Parks to apply for a Grant from Sustainable Racine Fund for Reforest Racine Project
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to apply for a $2,000 grant with the Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation (Grant Control No. 2008-012) to be utilized for the Reforest Racine project.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0774
| A | 97. | Permission for Director of Parks to apply for a grant from Sustainable Racine Fund for Gardening Project | Resolution | Permission for Director of Parks to apply for a grant from Sustainable Racine Fund for Gardening Project
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to apply for a $2,000 grant with the Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation (Grant Control No. 2008-010) to be utilized for the community gardening project.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0775
| A | 98. | Settlement of Claim | Resolution | Settlement of Claim
Resolved, that the claim of Mary Ann Glassen v. City of Racine, Case No. 07-CV-1119, requesting reimbursement for a fall in the crosswalk at the intersection of 15th Street and Grove Avenue be settled in the amount of $27,500.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101-160-5910, Judgment & Claims. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0776
| A | 99. | Transfer of funds from General Fund to Various Special Revenue Funds | Resolution | Transfer of funds from General Fund to Various Special Revenue Funds
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Assistant Finance Director to transfer $28,285.96 from the General Fund to the Bulky Waste Site Special Revenue Fund to cover the 2007 deficit in the fund, and to transfer $19,105.77 from the General Fund to the Municipal Court Special Revenue Fund to cover an accumulated deficit in the fund.
Fiscal Note: Total transfer out of the general fund will be $47,391.73 and will be appropriated from the contingency fund. Funds are available in the contingency fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0777
| A | 100. | Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement between City and Local 430, AFL-CIO, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers | Resolution | Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement between City and Local 430, AFL-CIO, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Resolved, that permission be granted for the city members of the Local 430, AFL-CIO, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers to receive a 3.5% raise and be paid $29.82 per hour from June 1, 2008-December 31, 2008.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the Department of Public Works-electricians budget. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0778
| A | 101. | Permission to install mosaic on exterior wall of North Beach Oasis | Resolution | Permission to install mosaic on exterior wall of North Beach Oasis
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Racine Arts Council for the Main Gallery youth to install a mosaic with a Hispanic flair on an exterior wall at North Beach Oasis. The Hispanic Business Association would raise $3,000 for the project.
Fiscal Note: The $3,000 will be raised by the Hispanic Round Table and Hispanic Business Association. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0779
| A | 102. | Permission to use Parking Lots at North Park Beach on June 7, 2008 | Resolution | Permission to use Parking Lots at North Park Beach on June 7, 2008
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Madison-Chicago 200 Relay to use the parking lots at North Beach Park from 2:00 a.m. through 8:00 a.m. on June 7, 2008, for an exchange site for the runners.
Fiscal Note: Minimum cost for staff to open the parking lot gate. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0780
| A | 103. | Apostolic Ministries Church Event | Resolution | Apostolic Ministries Church Event
Resolved, that the Apostolic Ministries Church be granted permission to close LaSalle Street, between State Street and Prospect Street, on Sunday, June 22, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for a church event.
Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. | Referred | |
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Res.08-0781
| A | 104. | Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal Alarma Int. Event | Resolution | Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal Alarma Int. Event
Resolved, that Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal Alarma Int. be granted permission to close 17th Street, between Grand Avenue and Villa Street, on Sunday, June 7, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., for a church event.
Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0782
| A | 105. | Bid accepted for razing and removal of 1130 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Bid accepted for razing and removal of 1130 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that Official Notice #9, Razing and Removal of the Schaeffer Pontiac Auto Sales building at 1130 Washington Avenue, Racine, WI, be awarded to Macemon, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $27,500.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Funds to defray the cost of this project are available in Account 719.000.5950, Miscellaneous Expenses.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0783
| A | 106. | Contract for 2008 Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G. | Resolution | Contract for 2008 Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G.
Resolved, that Contract 19-08 (K8-021), 2008 Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G., be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $214,652.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$182,701.90 - Account 898.030.5520, CDBG Asphalt
$ 29,500.10 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc.
$ 2,450.00 - Account 988.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$214,652.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0784
| A | 107. | Contract for 2008 City Resurfacing | Resolution | Contract for 2008 City Resurfacing
Resolved, that Contract 22-08 (K8-026), 2008 City Resurfacing (R1), be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $928,982.02, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$500,000.00 - Account 988.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing
$ 12,133.16 - Account 987.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing
$237,531.56 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Water
$ 53,542.40 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer
$ 4,871.53 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer - Var. Loc.
$ 39,457.60 - Account 986.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$ 75,000.00 - Account 988.590.5010, Replace City Circuits
$ 3,977.33 - Account 986.908.5210, New Curb & Gutter
$ 2,468.44 - Account 986.600.5030, LED Traffic Signals
$928,982.02 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0785
| A | 108. | Waive Formal Bidding Procedures | Resolution | Waive Formal Bidding Procedures
Resolved, that the request to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. for the replacement of boiler control and temperature control equipment at Wustum Museum, Graceland Cemetery, Washington Park Golf Course and the Racine Zoological Gardens for the not-to-exceed price of $114,241.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 17,657.00 - Account 107.000.5780, Building Automation Upgrade Washington Park
$ 20,870.00 - Account 207.000.5770, Building Automation Upgrade Graceland Cemetery
$ 28,945.00 - Account 988.740.5040, Zoo Building Automation Upgrade
$ 46,769.00 - Account 655.000.5970, Building Automation Upgrade Wustum Museum
$114,241.00 - Total
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Res.08-0786
| A | 109. | Final payment on Contract for Stormwater Permit Compliance | Resolution | Final payment on Contract for Stormwater Permit Compliance
Resolved, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc., under Contract 34-07 (K7-040), PS - 2007 NR 216 Stormwater Permit Compliance, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $49,500.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Res. 07-0119, dated March 20, 2007. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0787
| A | 110. | Amendment to contract for Database for Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Program | Resolution | Amendment to contract for Database for Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Program
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 11-08 (K8-012), Develop Database for Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Program, Phase II, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, be approved in the amount of $34,850.00.
Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$17,425.00 - Account 104.988.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc.
$17,425.00 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer Construction
$34,850.00 - Total
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Res.08-0788
| A | 111. | Change Order on contract for Racine Public Library Interior Remodeling | Resolution | Change Order on contract for Racine Public Library Interior Remodeling
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-07 (K7-018), Racine Public Library - Interior Remodeling, Imagine That GC LLC, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $3,461.75.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 771.000.5950, Misc. Expenses.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0789
| A | 112. | Change Order for Sixth Street Utility Construction | Resolution | Change Order for Sixth Street Utility Construction
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 3-08 (K8-003), Sixth Street Utility Construction (R1), Globe Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $11,916.50.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the Racine Water Utility.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0790
| A | 113. | Contract for Inspection of City bridges | Resolution | Contract for Inspection of City bridges
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract with Ayres Associates for professional services for 2008 Bridge Inspection Services, at a cost not-to-exceed $18,170.51.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 8,799.48 - Account 101.520.5770, Fixed Bridge Inspections
$ 9,371.04 - Account 930.063.5810, Lift Bridge Underwater Inspection
$18,170.51 - Total
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Res.08-0791
| A | 114. | Three Party Contract with State for Reconstructing State Street | Resolution | Three Party Contract with State for Reconstructing State Street
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 3-party contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Bonestroo, Inc. for professional engineering services for reconstructing State Street (STH 38) from N. Memorial Drive to LaSalle Street, State Project ID: 2290-12-00, for the not-to-exceed cost of $349,966.48, which is funded 75% by the State of Wisconsin, or $262,474.86, and 25% by the City of Racine, or $87,491.62.
Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.908.5040, State Street - Memorial to LaSalle.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0792
| A | 115. | Grant Agreement from Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources | Resolution | Grant Agreement from Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources
Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to sign a Colonial Park Root River Stabilization Grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, in the amount of $41,000.00, with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the installation of streambank restoration and stabilization practices on the Root River between Colonial Park and Lincoln Park at an estimated project cost of $102,500.00.
Fiscal Note: The local share of this project is estimated at $61,500.00 and funding is available in Account 104.900.5420, Replacement Storm Sewer Construction. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0793
| A | 116. | Revised Project Agreement for Reconstruction of Ohio Street from Durand Avenue to 21st Street | Resolution | Revised Project Agreement for Reconstruction of Ohio Street from Durand Avenue to 21st Street
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign the revised project agreement for reconstructing Ohio Street (LOC STR) from Durand Avenue (STH 11) to 21st Street, State Project ID: 2704-05-00/70.
Fiscal Note: This amended agreement is to add the maximum federal participation for all phases to be limited to $1,872,640.00. Project costs in excess of this federal cap will be the responsibility of the City of Racine. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0794
| A | 117. | Rotary Post Prom Event | Resolution | Rotary Post Prom Event
Resolved, that the request of the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club, to close:
Fifth Street, from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive,
Festival Park Drive, from Fifth Street to Sixth Street,
Sixth Street, from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive,
Pershing Park Drive, from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street, and
Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street,
from 7:00 p.m., Saturday, May 17, 2008, to 4:30 a.m., Sunday, May 18, 2008, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved.
Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to the event;
C. The setup and dismantling of barricades will be the responsibility of the sponsor;
D. Any overtime and/or equipment and material loss will be charged to the sponsor;
E. Sponsor shall pay a $350.00 special event fee.
Further Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest o | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0795
| A | 118. | Permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for Monument Square Art Fair | Resolution | Permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for Monument Square Art Fair
Resolved, that Monument Square Art Fair be granted permission to lease Lakefront Parking Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8, 2008, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $360 in revenue for the Parking System. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0796
| A | 119. | Permission to rent Uptown Lot #5 for Uptown Artist Festival | Resolution | Permission to rent Uptown Lot #5 for Uptown Artist Festival
Resolved, that the Uptown Improvement Organization be granted permission to lease Uptown Parking Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 14, 2008, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $46.50 in revenue for the Parking System. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0797
| A | 120. | Agreement with State for 2008 Belle Urban System funding | Resolution | Agreement with State for 2008 Belle Urban System funding
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Racine with the State of Wisconsin for 2008 funding for the Belle Urban System.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will receive up to $1,932,434 to assist with the operating costs of the Belle Urban System for 2008. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0798
| A | 121. | Agreement with State for 2008 funding for Wisconsin Coach Lines | Resolution | Agreement with State for 2008 funding for Wisconsin Coach Lines
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute an agreement on behalf of the City of Racine with the State of Wisconsin for 2008 funding for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will receive up to $642,925 to assist with the operating costs of the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service for 2008. No city funding is involved. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0799
| A | 122. | Contract with State for Operating Assistance in 2008 for the Wisconsin Coach Lines | Resolution | Contract with State for Operating Assistance in 2008 for the Wisconsin Coach Lines
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract on behalf of the City of Racine with the State of Wisconsin to allow for the pass through of State operating assistance for 2008.
Fiscal Note: The contract will allow the City of Racine to pass through $642,925 in State aid to Wisconsin Coach Lines for Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. No City funds will be expended for the provision of this service. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0800
| A | 123. | Contract Amendment to the City's 2003 Federal Capital Grant | Resolution | Contract Amendment to the City's 2003 Federal Capital Grant
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2003 State capital assistance contract for the Belle Urban System.
Fiscal Note: The amendment will provide an additional $92,000 previously promised to the Belle Urban System from older Federal grants, for the use in constructing the expansion of the Belle Urban System administrative offices. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0801
| A | 124. | Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between City and Architectural Associates | Resolution | Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between City and Architectural Associates
Resolved, that the amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Racine and Architectural Associates, LTD., be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The amendment will increase the agreement by $19,800, to $79,200, providing funds for additional work previously authorized, and to provide construction administration services beyond those previously contemplated in the original agreement. Federal grant funds are available to offset 80% of the cost, and the Belle Urban System CIP will provide the remaining funding. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0802
| A | 125. | Amendment to 2007 State Operating Assistance Agreement between WISDOT and City | Resolution | Amendment to 2007 State Operating Assistance Agreement between WISDOT and City
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2007 State assistance contract for pass through funds to Wisconsin Coach Lines for the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Fiscal Note: The amendment will correct a mistake in the original agreement that was technical in nature and would not change the amount of 2007 funding. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0803
| A | 126. | Amendment to the 2007 State Operating Assistance Agreement between WISDOT and City for Belle Urban System | Resolution | Amendment to the 2007 State Operating Assistance Agreement between WISDOT and City for Belle Urban System
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the amendment to the 2007 State assistance contract for the Belle Urban System.
Fiscal Note: The amendment will correct a mistake in the original agreement that was technical in nature and would not change the amount of 2007 funding. | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0804
| A | 127. | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages | Resolution | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages
WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 25th day of March, 2008, for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Westminster Square from Steeplechase Drive (W) to Steeplechase Drive (E).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows:
1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved.
2. That the Commissioner of Public Works is directed to advertise for bids and to carry out the work of such improvement in accordance with the report of the Commissioner of Public Works.
3. That payment for said improvements be made by assessin | Referred | |
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Res.08-0805
| A | 128. | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages | Resolution | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages
By Alderman Helding:
WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 29th day of April, 2008, for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Alley - Kearney Avenue to Hickory Grove; Twenty-first Street to Twentieth Street
Alley - Jay Eye See to Phillips Avenue; Twenty-first Street to Twentieth Street
Alley - DeKoven Avenue to Twentieth Street; East of Phillips Avenue
Alley - Jay Eye See to Case Avenue; Twentieth Street to Twenty-first Street
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows:
1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and ap | Referred | |
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Res.08-0806
| A | 129. | A RESOLUTION AMENDING, DESCRIBING AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS AND APPROVING PROJECT PLAN AMENDMENT FOR TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICTS NO. 2, 5 & 7 IN ORDER TO SHARE REVENUE WITH TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICTS NO. 3, 6 & 8 CITY OF RACINE, WISCONSIN | Resolution | A RESOLUTION AMENDING, DESCRIBING AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS AND APPROVING PROJECT PLAN AMENDMENT FOR TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICTS NO. 2, 5 & 7 IN ORDER TO SHARE REVENUE WITH TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICTS NO. 3, 6 & 8 CITY OF RACINE, WISCONSIN
WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No. 2 (the “Donor District”) was created by the City of Racine on June 24, 1983 as a rehabilitation district; and
WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No. 2 (the “Donor District”) was amended by the City of Racine on October 16, 2001 to share increment with Tax Incremental Districts No. 3, 5, 6 and 8 for 5 years; and
WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No. 5 (the “Donor District”) was created by the City of Racine on September 17, 1985 as an industrial district; and
WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No. 7 (the “Donor District”) was created by the City of Racine on March 21, 1989 as a rehabilitation district; and
WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No. 3 (the “Recipient District”) was created by the City of Racine on June 24, 1983 as a rehabilitation district; and
WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No.6 (the | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0807
| A | 130. | A RESOLUTION AMENDING, DESCRIBING AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS FOR APPROVING A PROJECT PLAN AMENDMENT AND AMENDED BOUNDARIES FOR TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT NO. 10, CITY OF RACINE, WISCONSIN | Resolution | A RESOLUTION AMENDING, DESCRIBING AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS FOR APPROVING A PROJECT PLAN AMENDMENT AND AMENDED BOUNDARIES FOR TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT NO. 10, CITY OF RACINE, WISCONSIN
WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No. 10 (the “District”) was created by the City of Racine (the “City”) on April 13, 2003 as an industrial district; and
WHEREAS, in order to further the goals contained in the original Project Plan for the District, the City now finds it desirable to amend the District’s boundaries to add additional property for the benefit of the taxpayers of the overlapping jurisdictions, and to amend the Project Plan to update and provide for the undertaking of additional expenditures; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend the District, in accordance with the provisions of Section 66.1105 of the Wisconsin Statutes (the "Tax Increment Law"), in order to provide a viable method of financing the costs of needed public improvements and other project costs within said District and thereby provide incentives and opportunities for appropriate private development, which will co | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0808
| A | 131. | A RESOLUTION AMENDING, DESCRIBING AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS AND APPROVING PROJECT PLAN AMENDMENT FOR TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT NO. 15, CITY OF RACINE, WISCONSIN | Resolution | A RESOLUTION AMENDING, DESCRIBING AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS AND APPROVING PROJECT PLAN AMENDMENT FOR TAX INCREMENTAL DISTRICT NO. 15, CITY OF RACINE, WISCONSIN
WHEREAS, Tax Incremental District No.15 (the “District”) was created by the City of Racine on August 15, 2006 as a rehabilitation District; and
WHEREAS, in order to promote additional development, the City is amending the District to include additional and/or updated costs estimates and projects that were above the amounts estimated and not included in the original plan; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend the District, in accordance with the provisions of Section 66.1105 of the Wisconsin Statutes (the "Tax Increment Law"), in order to provide a viable method of financing the costs of needed public improvements and other project costs within said District and thereby provide incentives and opportunities for appropriate private development, which will contribute to the overall development of the City; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the procedures specified in the Tax Increment Law, the Plan Commission, on Apri | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.08-0809
| A | 132. | Conditional Use Permit for 2323 S. Green Bay Road | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 2323 S. Green Bay Road
Resolved, that the request from Kevin Libby seeking a conditional use permit to operate a fitness center at 2323 S. Green Bay Road be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 25, 2008 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the hours the establishment is open to the general public be Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
c. That all signs be professionally made, comply with the zoning ordinance requirements, High Ridge Centre sign standards, and be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval.
d. That no occupancy permit be issued for this business until such time as a three party agreement between the owners of the High Ridge Centre, Toys-R-Us and Regency Mall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval. Said agreement shall address the construction design, scheduling, and maintenance of a cross access | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0810
| A | 133. | Conditional Use Permit for 500 Sixth Street | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 500 Sixth Street
Resolved, that the request by James McCann, representing Tinita LLC., seeking a conditional use permit at 500 Sixth Street for a night club be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 30, 2008 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That facilities for instruction, special events, and seminars be permitted as listed in the business plan.
d. That all activities permitted by this conditional use permit be confined to the indoor spaces as indicated on the floor plans submitted with the application.
e. That the security plan provided in the business plan be implemented and maintained in accordance with said plan unless otherwise authorized by the Plan Commission.
f. That the window and door glass surfaces not be obstructed in excess of 15% of their surface area.
g. That all signs be professionally made, comply with zoning ordinan | Adopted | |
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Res.08-0811
| A | 134. | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages | Resolution | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages
WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 8th day of April, 2008, for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Alley - Victory Avenue to Sixteenth Street; Monroe Avenue to West Lawn Avenue
Alley - Shoreland Drive to North Street; Eighth Avenue to Ninth Avenue
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows:
1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved.
2. That the Commissioner of Public Works is directed to advertise for bids and to carry out the work of such improvement in accordance with the report of the Commissioner | Referred | |
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COrd.0001-08
| A | 135. | CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 0001-08
To amend Charter Ordinance Secs. 2-1, 2-2, 2-52, and 2-76 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, being sections of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine prescribing the method of appointment of various | Charter Ordinance | CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 0001-08
To amend Charter Ordinance Secs. 2-1, 2-2, 2-52, and 2-76 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, being sections of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine prescribing the method of appointment of various city officers and employees and relating to the human resources department.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 2-1 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated as follows:
“The offices of city clerk, city attorney, city engineer, commissioner of public works, director of information systems and traffic engineer, shall be filled by appointment by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the common council.”
Part 2:
Sec. 2-2 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the phrase “human resources director” and inserting the phrase “director of information systems” in the third line of the paragraph.
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Sec. 2-52 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the word “director” and insert | Referred | |
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Ord.08-08
| A | 136. | Ordinance 8-08
To amend Secs. 2-208(a)(7); 2-437(a); 26-23(a); 62-29; 62-36; 62-46; 62-48; 70-53; 74-36; 74-37; 74-67; 98-32; 98-33(d); to create Chapter II, Article IV, Division 7; and to repeal Chapter II, Article V, Division 7 of the Municipal Code | Ordinance | Ordinance 8-08
To amend Secs. 2-208(a)(7); 2-437(a); 26-23(a); 62-29; 62-36; 62-46; 62-48; 70-53; 74-36; 74-37; 74-67; 98-32; 98-33(d); to create Chapter II, Article IV, Division 7; and to repeal Chapter II, Article V, Division 7 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 2-208(a)(7) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the phrase “director of” and by inserting the word “department” after the word “resources.”
Part 2:
Chapter II, Article IV, Division 7 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
“DIVISION 7. HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Sec. 2-431. Created.
There is hereby created the human resources department. The city attorney shall serve as the administrative manager of the human resources department. The city attorney may appoint one member of the human resources professional staff to manage the daily operations of the human resources department.
Sec. 2-432. Duties.
It shall be the duty of the h | Referred | |
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