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ZOrd.004-12
| A | | ZOrd.004-12 - An Ordinance Rezoning 915 (aka 917) Wisconsin Avenue | Zoning Ordinance | ZOrd.004-12
An Ordinance Rezoning 915 (aka 917) Wisconsin Avenue
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the property located at 915 (aka 917) Wisconsin Avenue and more particularly described as follows:
“Those lands located in the South 20 feet of the West 95 feet of Lot 3 and the North 32 feet of the West 95 feet of Lot 6. Together with a right-of-way to and from the above described premises over the South 8 feet of the North 40 feet of the West 95 feet of Lot 6. All in Block 17. Section 16. Township 3 North. Range 23 East. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin” be rezoned from O - Restricted Office District to R-4 General Residence District.”
Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the City Common Council and publication or posting as required by law.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
______________________________________ | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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12-8403
| A | | claim of Adam Goebel | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Adam Goebel for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-7-13: The claim of Adam Goebel, 3527 Duchess Dr, Mount Pleasant 53406, claims damages in the amount of $4,430.00 for damages arising from an alleged sewer backup into his basement on November 21,2012 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-8404
| A | | claim of Richard Kuhnwald | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Richard Kuhnwald for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-7-13: The claim of Richard Kuhnwald, 1308 LaSalle St. #3, Racine 53404, claims damages in the amount of $8,015.50 for damages arising from an alleged trip and fall incident outside his residence on June 8, 2012 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-8421
| A | | claim of Thomas Tuttle and Christopher Thomack | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Thomas Tuttle and Christopher Thomack for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-7-13: The claim of Thomas Tuttle, 3324 Southwood Dr., Racine, WI 53406 and Christopher Thomack, 9603 Franklin Pl., Caledonia, WI 53408, claim damages in the amount of $5,780.00 for a damaged door arising from the execution of a search warrant on July 22,2012 be denied.
Fiscal Note:N/A | Referred | |
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12-8447
| A | | claim of John Lequia | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of John Lequia for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-7-13: The claim of John Lequia, 1304 Harrington Dr., Racine 53405, claims damages in an amount in excess of $7,500.00 for injuries allegedly arising from the design/conditions of the ball diamond at Island Park on August 31, 2012 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-8436
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0002) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $18,686.00 donation from the Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood and West Park. (Res. No. 13-0002)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-7-13: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $18,686.00 donation from the Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood and West Park.
Fiscal Note: The donation will be used for walkways and playground equipment. | Referred | |
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12-8443
| A | | Fire Protection and EMS contracts with Wind Point, North Bay and Elmwood Park for 2013 (Res. No. 13-0001) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Fire Protection and EMS contracts with Wind Point, North Bay and Elmwood Park for 2013. (Res. No. 13-0001)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-7-13: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Fire Protection and EMS contracts with Wind Point, North Bay and Elmwood Park for 2013.
Fiscal Note: Revenue estimates are as follows: Windpoint $265,665.35; North Bay $33,667.37; Elmwood Park $45,101.55. | Referred | |
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12-8465
| A | | Racine County submitting bid results for salt for ice control for the 2012-2013 winter season. (Res. No. 13-0005) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine County submitting bid results for salt for ice control for the 2012-2013 winter season. (Res. No. 13-0005)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-8-13: The bid of Cargill, Inc. for the purchase of 6,000 tons (more or less) of salt for ice control for the 2012-2013 year be accepted at their bid price of $60.35 per ton delivered, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine's allotment of salt will be based upon 6,000 tons and funds to make these purchases are budgeted in Account 101.540.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies. | Referred | |
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12-8470
| A | | (New) Application of Curmudgeon's Pub & Grill LLC | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Curmudgeon's Pub & Grill LLC, located at 3458 Rapids Drive, Dawn Burbey, Agent. (6th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-8-13: That the new Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Curmudgeon's Pub & Grill LLC, located at 3458 Rapids Drive, Dawn Burbey, Agent be approved.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-22-13: That the application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Curmudgeon's Pub & Grill LLC, located at 3458 Rapids Drive, Dawn Burbey, Agent be approved with the stipulation that a side agreement be implemented to include:
- Cooling off period between the change in license holders.
- A policy to restrict additional patrons from entering after 1:00 a.m.
- List of banned patrons to be submitted to the Racine Police Department.
- Donation of $250 to a community organization such as Focus on Community.
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12-8411
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District, on behalf of Ron Stankovich (2312 Douglas & 2328 Douglas), requesting the No Parking signs in front of these addresses be re-evaluated for possible removal or time restrictions. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District, on behalf of Ron Stankovich (2312 Douglas & 2328 Douglas), requesting the No Parking signs in front of these addresses be re-evaluated for possible removal or time restrictions.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 01-21-13: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-8420
| A | | Request by the Alderman of the 9th District, that staff investigate and report on the feasibility and cost of broadcasting and streaming standing committee meetings consistent with the goal of open government | Communication | Subject: Request by the Alderman of the 9th District, that staff investigate and report on the feasibility and cost of broadcasting and streaming standing committee meetings consistent with the goal of open government.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 05-22-2013: the Item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-8264
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requesting to know the amount of the settlement to William Bielenfelt from the Mayor and the City of Racine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requesting to know the amount of the settlement to William Bielefeldt from the Mayor and the City of Racine.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-12: Defer the item to the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Committee meeting.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-12-12: Defer the item to the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Committee meeting.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: Defer the item to the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Committee meeting.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: To Receive and file
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8282
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting permission to apply for a Fund for Lake Michigan grant for the Root River Stabilization and Riparian Habitat Restoration Project - Grant Control No. 2012-036. (Res. No. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting permission to apply for a Fund for Lake Michigan grant for the Root River Stabilization and Riparian Habitat Restoration Project - Grant Control No. 2012-036. (Res. No. 12-3466)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-12-12: Defer the item due to non-representation of staff to speak on the item.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: Defer the item due to non-representation of staff to speak on the item.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: Permission be granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer to apply for the Fund for Lake Michigan grant for the Root River Stabilization and Riparian Habitat Restoration Project. (Grant Control #2012-036)
Fiscal Note: The total design and construction cost estimate is $702,000. The breakdown of the funding is the City share $224,800, WisDNR share $252,400 and Fund for Lake Michigan share $224,800. Funding is available in 104.992.5470-Lincol | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8361
| A | | RCEDC General Contract 2013 (Res. No. 12-3464) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Executive Director of the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) requesting approval of the 2013 general contract for economic development services. (Res. No. 12-3464)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: Defer the item to the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Committee meeting.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: Approve the 2013 general contract for economic development services from Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC).
Fiscal Note: $69,000 is budgeted in account 101.150.5630, City Development, Economic Development in fiscal year 2013 to fund the contract. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8392
| A | | 2013 Operating Plan for Downtown Business Improvement District No. 1 (Res. No. 12-3465) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Interim Assistant Director of City Development submitting a request from Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine, for approval of its proposed 2013 operating plan. (Res. No. 12-3465)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: Approve the 2013 Operating Plan for Downtown Business Improvement District No. 1, dated October 4, 2012, and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District.
Fiscal Note: It is estimated $211,659.00 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Downtown B.I.D. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8394
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, requesting authorization to accept a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commiss | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, requesting authorization to accept a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Grant for a boat washdown station at the 5th Street Boat Launch (Grant Control #2012-033). (Res. No. 12-3467)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: Authorization be given to the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, to accept a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Grant for a boat washdown station at the 5th Street Boat Launch. (Grant Control #2012-033)
Fiscal Note: The total project cost is $34,400.00 with 45% of the grant funding available in the amount of $15,480.00 and 55% local share in the amount of $18,920.00. The local share for this project will be budgeted by the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department in the 2013 Capital I | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8396
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent, submitting bids for Official Notice #16, 21 Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests, recommending to award the bid to the low responsive responsible bidder, Keeprs, at their bid price of $35,595.00. (Res. No. | Communication | Subject:Communication from the Purchasing Agent, submitting bids for Official Notice #16, 21 Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests, recommending to award the bid to the low responsive responsible bidder, Keeprs, at their bid price of $35,595.00. (Res. No. 12-3463)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: Official Notice #16, 21 Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests, be awarded to Keeprs as the low responsive responsible bidder at their price of $35,595.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this expense are available in account 241.000.5770, Asset Forfeiture account, Machinery & Equipment. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8449
| A | | Ordinance 14-12
To repeal and recreate Section 90-28 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to special assessments and special charges. | Communication | Subject: Ordinance 14-12
To repeal and recreate Section 90-28 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to special assessments and special charges.
Recomendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: That Ordinance 14-12 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: The interest rate charged on special assessments and charges will be reviewed every five years. It will be based on the average bank prime loan interest rate for the proceeding 10 years plus a 0.50% administrative charge; the sum rounded up to the nearest 0.5 percent. The change will be limited to two percentage points. Currently, the rate for 2012-2016 assessments will drop from 8.0% to 6.0%. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8399
| A | | David K. Popoff, George's Tavern, request to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on Saturday, March 2, 2013, for the 21st annual Thoughts for Food fundraiser. (Res. No. 12-3468) | Communication | Subject: Communication from David K. Popoff, George's Tavern, requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on Saturday, March 2, 2013, for the 21st annual Thoughts for Food fundraiser. (Res. No. 12-3468)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-11-12: The owner of George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 6:00 p.m., Saturday, March 2, 2013, to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 3, 2013, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event;
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way;
F. In the event of snow, the sponsor shall remove all barricades from the street.
G. Sponsor shall b | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8405
| A | | Final payment on Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services-Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 12-3473) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services-Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 12-3473)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-11-12: That the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services - Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $2,145.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-2973, dated February 22, 2012. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8406
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services-Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 12-3472) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services-Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 12-3472)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-11-12: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services - Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $45.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 992.300.5110, Fire Station 5 Windows. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8414
| A | | Waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of two (2) wheel loader vehicles. (Res. No. 12-3469) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of two (2) wheel loader vehicles. (Res. No. 12-3469)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-11-12: That formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for the purchase of a Case 621F Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow and a Case 521E Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this equipment of $315,000.00 and funding is available in the following accounts:
$165,000.00 - Account 943.630.5010, St. Maintenance Wheel Loader
$150,000.00 - Account 993.700.5010, Parks Wheel Loader
$315,000.00 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8418
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 38-07 (K7-044) - Stormwater Utility Professional Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 12-3471) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 38-07 (K7-044) - Stormwater Utility Professional Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 12-3471)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-11-12: That the professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 38-07 (K7-044), Stormwater Utility Professional Services, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $169,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0172, dated April 16, 2007. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8419
| A | | Bids for razing and removal of the commercial structure at 1516 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 12-3470) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids for razing and removal of the commercial structure at 1516 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 12-3470)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-11-12: That the bid for Official Notice #18, razing and removal of the commercial structure located at 1516 Washington Avenue, Racine, WI, be awarded to Azarian Wrecking at their low bid of $$26,209.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 101.370.5990, Boarding Up Buildings. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8424
| A | | Final payment on Contract 54-12 (K2-065) - PS Bus Shelter Concrete Pad Construction and Installation. (Res. No. 12-3474) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting final payment on Contract 54-12 (K2-065) - Bus Shelter Concrete Pad Construction and Installation, Dakota Intertek Corporation, contractor. (Res. No. 12-3474)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-11-12: That the work done by Dakota Intertek Corporation under Contract 54-12 (K2-065), Bus Shelter - Concrete Pad Construction and Installation, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $72,571.78.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-3306, dated September 4, 2012. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8378
| A | | Application of Vero's International Cuisine, Jodi Spranger, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 211 Sixth Street (1st) | Communication | Subject: Application of Vero's International Cuisine, Jodi Spranger, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 211 Sixth Street (1st)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-27-12: That the application of Vero's International Cuisine, Jodi Spranger, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 211 Sixth Street be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8385
| A | | (New) Application of The DeKoven Center, Max Dershem, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 600 21st Street. (2nd District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of The DeKoven Center, Max Dershem, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 600 21st Street. (2nd District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8398
| A | | ZOrd.004-12 Ordinance Rezoning 915 (917) Wisconsin Ave | Communication | Subject: (ZOrd.004-12) An Ordinance rezoning 915 (aka 917) Wisconsin Avenue to amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-29-12: That the ordinance be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8369
| A | | St. Paul Community & Economic Development Corp (Res. No. 12-3475) | Communication | Subject: Communication from St. Paul Community & Economic Development Corporation requesting an extension and amendment to its 2011 CDBG agreement for the Faith Builds Community initiative. (Res. No. 12-3475)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 11-29-12: That the request from St. Paul Community and Economic Development Corporation for an extension and amendment to its 2011 CDBG agreement for the Faith Builds Community initiative be approved.
Fiscal Note: The extension is granted until April 30, 2013 and there is no change in the amount of the grant. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8388
| A | | 2013 CDBG, HOME, ESG Allocation (Res. No. 12-3476) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Proposed allocation of 2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Housing Investments Partnerships Program (HOME), and Emergency Solutions (ESG) funding. (Res. No. 12-3476)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 12-6-12: That the recommended allocation of the 2013 Community Development Block Grant, HOME Housing Investment Partnerships Program and Emergency Solutions Grant Funding be approved.
Further that funds received in excess of those allocated be placed in the Local Option Fund and that the Local Option Fund be reduced if funds received are less than those allocated.
Further that the appropriate city officials be authorized and directed to execute and submit the appropriate documents on the city's behalf to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to secure funding.
Further that the appropriate city officials be authorized to execute third-party contracts with agencies approved for the use of the funds.
Fiscal Note: The approval will allocate $1,608,030 in CDBG funds, $125,600 in ESG funds and $609, | Adopted As Amended: | Fail |
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12-8388
| A | | 2013 CDBG, HOME, ESG Allocation (Res. No. 12-3476) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Proposed allocation of 2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Housing Investments Partnerships Program (HOME), and Emergency Solutions (ESG) funding. (Res. No. 12-3476)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 12-6-12: That the recommended allocation of the 2013 Community Development Block Grant, HOME Housing Investment Partnerships Program and Emergency Solutions Grant Funding be approved.
Further that funds received in excess of those allocated be placed in the Local Option Fund and that the Local Option Fund be reduced if funds received are less than those allocated.
Further that the appropriate city officials be authorized and directed to execute and submit the appropriate documents on the city's behalf to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to secure funding.
Further that the appropriate city officials be authorized to execute third-party contracts with agencies approved for the use of the funds.
Fiscal Note: The approval will allocate $1,608,030 in CDBG funds, $125,600 in ESG funds and $609, | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8437
| A | | (Direct Referral) Request of the Direct of City Development to accept the offer of Cervelio Cervantes to purchase 1125 Grand Avenue (an NSP-1 property). (Res. No. 12-3477) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Cervelio Cervantes to purchase 1125 Grand Avenue (an NSP-1 property). (Res. No. 12-3477)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Reveiw on 12/13/2012:
To accept the offer of Cervelio Cervantes to purchase 1125 Grand Avenue and to authorize the Mayor, City Clerk, and the Director of City Development to execute any documents necessary to complete the purchase.
Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and rehabilitated though the NSP-1 program. The city will receive $29,000 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8466
| A | | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:
Appoint Marie Black 402 Main St. Racine, 53403 to the Community Development Committee for a 3 year term expiring May 1, 2015 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8290
| A | | Communication From Ocean Blue Inflatables, LLC | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mark Thomas from Ocean Blue Inflatables, LLC requesting permission to set up a large inflatable water slide for the summer of 2013 on North Beach.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 11-14-12: Deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 12-13-12: To approve the concept of Mark Thomas' communication to set up a large inflatable water slide for the summer of 2013 on North Beach pending the approval of those City Department's requiring involvement. Further recommends, if approved by all involved department's, the location of the slide must then be approved by the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department prior to the implementation of an agreement and set up of the slide.
Fiscal Note: To be determined following the approval by administrative staff of involved departments.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 1-9-13: To deny the communication from Mark Thomas from Ocean Blue Infatables, LLC, requesting permission to | Referred | Pass |
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12-8324
| A | | Real Racine and The Promotion Company of Indianapolis, IN, request to use city right-of-way on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, for the Hot Bike Power Tour. (Res. 12-3453) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Real Racine, in conjunction with The Promotion Company of Indianapolis, IN, requesting to use city right-of-way on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, for the Hot Bike Power Tour. (Res. 12-3453)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-27-12: Permission be granted to The Promotion Company of Indianapolis, IN to close Pershing Park Drive from 6th Street to 11th Street on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Thursday, August 29, 2013, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., for the Hot Bike Power Tour:
Further recommend that they be granted permission to use the Gateway Parking Lot.
Further recommend that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid;
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. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event.
E. The sponsor shall be responsible for th | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.12-3453
| A | | Hot Bike Power Tour | Resolution | Hot Bike Power Tour
Resolved, that permission is granted to The Promotion Company of Indianapolis, IN to close Pershing Park Drive from 6th Street to 11th Street and to use Pershing Park, a portion of the boat launch parking lot and the gravel parking area along the lakefront on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Thursday, August 29, 2013, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., for the Hot Bike Power Tour.
Further resolved, that they are granted permission to use the Gateway Parking Lot.
Further resolved, that permission is granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid;
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. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event.
E. Sponsor shall pay all reservation fees and deposits;
F. Sponsor shall be responsible for all garbage pick-up and clean-up in the area during and immediately fol | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3463
| A | | Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests | Resolution | Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests
Resolved, that Official Notice #16, 21 Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests, is awarded to Keeprs as the lowest responsive responsible bidder at their price of $35,595.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this expense are available in account 241.000.5770, Asset Forfeiture account, Machinery & Equipment. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3464
| A | | 2013 General Contract for Economic Development services | Resolution | 2013 General Contract for Economic Development services
Resolved, that the 2013 general contract for economic development services from Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) is approved.
Fiscal Note: $69,000 is budgeted in account 101.150.5630, City Development, Economic Development in fiscal year 2013 to fund the contract. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3465
| A | | Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine, 2013 Operating Plan | Resolution | Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine, 2013 Operating Plan
Resolved, that the 2013 Operating Plan for Downtown Business Improvement District No. 1, dated October 4, 2012, and the Finance Director are authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District.
Fiscal Note: It is estimated $211,659.00 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Downtown B.I.D. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3466
| A | | Fund for Lake Michigan Grant for the Root River Stabilization and Riparian Habitat Restoration Project | Resolution | Fund for Lake Michigan Grant for the Root River Stabilization and Riparian Habitat Restoration Project
Resolved, that permission is granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer to apply for the Fund for Lake Michigan grant for the Root River Stabilization and Riparian Habitat Restoration Project. (Grant Control #2012-036)
Fiscal Note: The total design and construction cost estimate is $702,000. The breakdown of the funding is the City share $224,800, WisDNR share $252,400 and Fund for Lake Michigan share $224,800. Funding is available in 104.992.5470-Lincoln Park Streambank and the 2013 Storm Water Utility Budget. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3467
| A | | Boat Washdown Station at the 5th Street Boat Launch | Resolution | Boat Washdown Station at the 5th Street Boat Launch
Resolved, that authorization is given to the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, to accept a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Grant for a boat washdown station at the 5th Street Boat Launch. (Grant Control #2012-033)
Fiscal Note: The total project cost is $34,400.00 with 45% of the grant funding available in the amount of $15,480.00 and 55% local share in the amount of $18,920.00. The local share for this project will be budgeted by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department in the 2013 Capital Improvement Program. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3468
| A | | 21st Annual Thoughts for Food Fundraiser | Resolution | 21st Annual Thoughts for Food Fundraiser
Resolved, that the owner of George's Tavern is granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 6:00 p.m., Saturday, March 2, 2013, to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 3, 2013, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event;
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way;
F. In the event of snow, the sponsor shall remove all barricades from the street.
G. Sponsor shall be responsible for all detour signage during the event.
H. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assi | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3469
| A | | Purchase of Two Wheel Loader Vehicles | Resolution | Purchase of Two Wheel Loader Vehicles
Resolved, that formal bidding procedures are waived and that the Purchasing Agent is authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for the purchase of a Case 621F Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow and a Case 521E
Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this equipment of $315,000.00 and funding is available in the following accounts:
$165,000.00 - Account 943.630.5010, St. Maintenance Wheel Loader
$150,000.00 - Account 993.700.5010, Parks Wheel Loader
$315,000.00 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3470
| A | | Razing and Removal of the Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Razing and Removal of the Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that the bid for Official Notice #18, razing and removal of the commercial structure located at 1516 Washington Avenue, Racine, WI, is awarded to Azarian Wrecking at their low bid of $26,209.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 101.370.5990, Boarding Up Buildings. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3471
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 38-07 (K7-044) -Stormwater Utility Professional Services | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 38-07 (K7-044) -Stormwater Utility Professional Services
Resolved, that the professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 38-07 (K7-044), Stormwater Utility Professional Services, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $169,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0172, dated April 16, 2007. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3472
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services-Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5 | Resolution | Amendment No. 1 to Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services-Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services - Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $45.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 992.300.5110, Fire Station 5 Windows. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3473
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services-Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5 | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services-Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5
Resolved, that the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 19-12 (K2-020), Professional Services - Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 5, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $2,145.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-2973, dated February 22, 2012. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3474
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 54-12 (K2-065) - Bus Shelter Concrete Pad Construction and Installation | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 54-12 (K2-065) - Bus Shelter Concrete Pad Construction and Installation
Resolved, that the work done by Dakota Intertek Corporation under Contract 54-12 (K2-065), Bus Shelter - Concrete Pad Construction and Installation, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $72,571.78.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-3306, dated September 4, 2012. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3475
| A | | 2011 CDBG Agreement for the Faith Builds Community Initiative | Resolution | 2011 CDBG Agreement for the Faith Builds Community Initiative
Resolved, that the request from St. Paul Community and Economic Development Corporation for an extension and amendment to its 2011 CDBG agreement for the Faith Builds Community initiative is approved.
Fiscal Note: The extension is granted until April 30, 2013 and there is no change in the amount of the grant. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3476
| A | | 2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Housing Investments Partnerships Program (HOME), and Emergency Solutions (ESG) Funding | Resolution | 2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Housing Investments Partnerships Program (HOME), and Emergency Solutions (ESG) Funding
Resolved, that the recommended allocation of the 2013 Community Development Block Grant, HOME Housing Investment Partnerships Program and Emergency Solutions Grant Funding is approved.
Further resolved, that funds received in excess of those allocated be placed in the Local Option Fund and that the Local Option Fund be reduced if funds received are less than those allocated.
Further resolved, that the appropriate City officials are authorized and directed to execute and submit the appropriate documents on the City's behalf to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to secure funding.
Further resolved, that the appropriate City officials are authorized to execute third-party contracts with agencies approved for the use of the funds.
Fiscal Note: The approval will allocate $1,608,030 in CDBG funds, $125,600 in ESG funds and $609,154 in HOME program funds. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3477
| A | | 1125 Grand Avenue | Resolution | 1125 Grand Avenue
Resolved, that the offer of Cervelio Cervantes to purchase 1125 Grand Avenue (an NSP-1 property) is accepted and to authorize the Mayor, City Clerk, and the Director of City Development to execute any documents necessary to complete the purchase is approved.
Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and rehabilitated though the NSP-1 program. The City will receive $29,000 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs. | Adopted | Pass |
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