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06-1637
| A | | Monthly Building Department Report for February 2006 submitted. | Communication | Subject: Monthly Building Department Report for February 2006 submitted.
Recommendation: | Received and Filed | |
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06-1578
| A | | Claim of Alma Donald | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney's Office submitting the claim of Alma Donald for consideration.
Recommendation: That the claim of Alma Donald of 250 Jones Street be denied.
Alma Donald, 250 Jones Street, claims reimbursement in the amount of $4,994.59 for lost wages and damages she incurred when she tripped and fell in the construction area around the Horlick Drive bridge on September 28, 2005. The State of Wisconsin was performing maintenance; therefore, the City has no liability for the incident.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1579
| A | | Claim of Linda Wilson | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney's Office submitting the claim of Linda Wilson for consideration.
Recommendation: That the claim of Linda Wilson of 1106 Irving Place be denied.
Linda Wilson, 1106 Irving Place, claims reimbursement in the amount of $20,000 for injuries she sustained during her arrest by police officers on February 3, 2004. Ms. Wilson alleges the officers had no right to arrest her and used excessive force. The City denies excessive force was applied during the arrest, and therefore the City has no liability for the incident.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1619
| A | | Racine Art Museum (RAM) submitting a revised proposal of $15,000 in an annual long-term commitment from the City to help subsidize the promoting of RAM outside of Racine County. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine Art Museum (RAM) submitting a revised proposal of $15,000 in an annual long-term commitment from the City to help subsidize the promoting of RAM outside of Racine County.
Recommendation: The Committee recommends that the City of Racine appropriate $10,000 from the Room Tax Fund to the Racine Art Museum to be utilized for 2006 promotion outside of Racine County.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Room Tax Fund. | Referred | |
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06-1622-A
| A | | Centers for Disease Control | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the Centers for Disease Control in the amount of $106,692. There is a 50% in-kind soft match required. (Grant Control #2006-010)
(Also referred to Finance and Personnel Committee)
Board of Health's Recommendation: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for funding from the Centers for Disease Control for the continuation of the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program.
Fiscal Note: $106,692 (A 50% in-kind soft match is required by the City). | Referred | |
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06-1623
| A | | WC Self-Insurance Program | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization for the continuation of the self-insured worker's compensation program, in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3).
Recommendation: Permission granted for the City of Racine's self-insured worker's compensation program be continued.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1633
| A | | Letter from Chief of Police Spenner | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to waive formal bidding for and purchasing a CVSA (Computer Voice Stress Analyzer) for the department. He further requests that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with National Institute for Truth Verification, 11400 Fortune Circle, W. Palm Beach, Florida, for the purchase of this equipment.
(Item referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and the License & Welfare Committee.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 03-14-06: Permission granted to waive formal bidding and to negotiate with National Institute for Truth Verification, 11400 Fortune Circle, W. Palm Beach, Florida, for the purchase of a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA).
Fiscal Note: Funding is budgeted in account 241.000.5770, Machinery and Equipment. | Referred | |
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06-1634
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police requesting to waive formal bidding for and purchase BEAST (Bar Code Evidence Analysis Statistics Tracking) software for the department. He further requests that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotia | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police requesting to waive formal bidding for and purchase BEAST (Bar Code Evidence Analysis Statistics Tracking) software for the department. He further requests that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Porter Lee Corporation, 1091 S. Wright Boulevard, Schaumburg, Illinois, for this purchase.
(Item referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 03-14-06: Permission granted to waive formal bidding and to negotiate with Porter Lee Corporation, 1091 S. Wright Boulevard, Schaumburg, IL for the purchase of Bar Code Evidence Analysis Statistics Tracking (BEAST).
Fiscal Note: Funding is budgeted in account 241.000.5830, Computer Software. | Referred | |
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06-1635
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Spenner requesting to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan, as adopted by Council, by adding a Capital Outlay under 241.00.5780, Licensed Vehicles, in the amount of $12,500, for Special Investigations Unit Vehic | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Spenner requesting to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan, as adopted by Council, by adding a Capital Outlay under 241.00.5780, Licensed Vehicles, in the amount of $12,500, for Special Investigations Unit Vehicle Trades.
(Item referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 03-14-06: The 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan be amended by adding Capital Outlay 241.00.5780, Licensed Vehicles, Special Investigations Unit Vehicles in the amount of $12,500.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funding is available to provide for the amendment. | Referred | |
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06-1638
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to enter into a Terrorism Equipment Agreement with Racine County for the purchase of terrorism equipment for the Racine Police Department, under the Homeland Security Grant program, for which Racine C | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to enter into a Terrorism Equipment Agreement with Racine County for the purchase of terrorism equipment for the Racine Police Department, under the Homeland Security Grant program, for which Racine County has applied. Finance Department has issued City Grant Control No. 2006-012. There is no cost to the City.
(Item referred to Finance & Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 03-14-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Racine County to accept terrorism equipment (Grant Control No. 2006-012) given to them under the Homeland Security Grant.
Fiscal Note: There is no cost to the City to accept the equipment from Racine County. | Referred | |
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06-1645
| A | | position in the City Clerk's Office. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Interim Finance Director requesting to appear before the committee to discuss the recently vacated position in the City Clerk's Office.
Recommendation: Permission granted for the elimination of Licensing Clerk, SU-9, position and the creation of a new position, Customer Service Specialist, SU-9, for the City Clerk's office upon permanent vacancy of the Licensing Clerk position.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this position is provided for in the 2006 budget and was recommended by the Clerk-Treasurer's study. | Referred | |
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06-1646
| A | | the Racine Zoological Society requesting that the fees for the stage on wheels be reduced for six events at the Racine Zoo this summer. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Zoological Society requesting that the fees for the stage on wheels be reduced for six events at the Racine Zoo this summer.
Recommendation of 03-14-06: That the item be deferred
Recommendation of 03-27-06: That the item be deferred.
Recommendation of 06-26-06: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1610
| A | | Request to use city right-of-way for the Lighthouse Run. | Communication | Subject: Item 14 of March 7, 2006, communication from the YMCA requesting to use city right-of-way on June 17, 2006 for the 28th annual Lighthouse Run.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain city streets for the period of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2006, and to close the following streets:
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street
Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street
State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic)
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street
Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2006 to satisfy the needs of this run.
Further recommends tha | Referred | |
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06-1613
| A | | Notification of groundwater contamination within street right-of-way at 4542 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Item 13 of March 7, 2006, communication from K. Singh & Associates, Inc. notifying the City of residual groundwater contamination within the street right-of-way of 4542 Douglas Avenue.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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06-1636
| A | | Assess lighting in the 3600 block of Haven Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Item 15 of March 7, 2006, communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the request of the Alderman of the 12th District to assess the lighting in the 3600 block of Haven Avenue.
Recommendation: Communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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06-1648
| A | | Communication from the 1st District Alderman requesting an extension on design of the Sixth Street Department of Transportation project. | Communication | Subject: Item 16 of March 7, 2006, communication from the 1st District Alderman requesting an extension on design of the Sixth Street Department of Transportation project.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. There is sufficient time within the project schedule to accommodate the Historical Sixth Street Association's desire to complete their environmental master plan.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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06-1604
| A | | Application of Jaime Ruiz LLC., Jaime Ruiz, Agent, for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 3751 Douglas Avenue. (7th District) (Alderman of the 7th District included in reference) | Communication | Subject: Application of Jaime Ruiz LLC., Jaime Ruiz, Agent, for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 3751 Douglas Avenue. (7th District) (Alderman of the 7th District included in reference)
Recommendation: License be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1615
| A | | Discontinuing the sale of personalized bricks at the Festival Hall site. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Finance Director requesting to discuss discontinuing the sale of personalized bricks at the Festival Hall site.
(Item also referred to the Civic Centre Commission)
Recommendation: The city discontinue the sale of personalized bricks at the Festival Hall site.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1614
| A | | LakeFront Beverage Consultants requesting to renew the beverage contract for the Civic Centre for an additional two years and waive the 180 -day notification clause. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Lakefront Beverage Consultants requesting the City of Racine to renew the beverage contract for an additional two years and waive the 180 -day notification clause.
Recommendation: The item be deferred until the Civic Centre Commission meets to discuss the item. | Referred | |
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06-1621
| A | | Request to enter into an agreement to replace boiler at Lakeview Center and Festival Hall. | Communication | Subject: Request to enter into agreement for Boiler replacement at Lakeview Center and Festival Hall.
Recommendation: Grant permission to enter into an agreement with Southport Consulting, to prepare plans and specifications for Boiler replacement at Lakeview Center and Festival Hall at a cost not to exceed $4,500.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 986-690-5010, Lakeview Replace Boiler, 1,500.00 and account 108-986-5010, Festival Hall Boiler, $3,000.00. | Referred | |
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06-1633-A
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to waive formal bidding for and purchasing a CVSA (Computer Voice Stress Analyzer) for the department. He further requests that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with National I | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to waive formal bidding for and purchasing a CVSA (Computer Voice Stress Analyzer) for the department. He further requests that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with National Institute for Truth Verification, 11400 Fortune Circle, W. Palm Beach, Florida, for the purchase of this equipment.
(Also refer to Finance & Personnel Committee.)
Recommendation: That formal bidding be waived for purchasing CVSA (Computer Voice Stress Analyzer) and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with National Institute for Truth Verification for the purchase of this equipment.
Fiscal Note: Defray the cost of the voice analyzer from account 241.000.5770, Machinery and Equipment. | Referred | |
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06-1634-A
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police requesting to waive formal bidding for and purchase BEAST (Bar Code Evidence Analysis Statistics Tracking) software for the department. He further requests that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotia | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police requesting to waive formal bidding for and purchase BEAST (Bar Code Evidence Analysis Statistics Tracking) software for the department. He further requests that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Porter Lee Corporation, 1091 S. Wright Boulevard, Schaumburg, Illinois, for this purchase.
(Also refer to Finance & Personnel Committee.)
Recommendation: That formal bidding be waived for purchasing the BEAST (Bar Code Evidence Analysis Statistics Tracking) software and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Porter Lee Corporation for the purchase of this equipment.
Fiscal Note: Defray the cost for the software from account 241.000.5830, Computer Software. | Referred | |
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06-1635-A
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Spenner requesting to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan, as adopted by Council, by adding a Capital Outlay under 241.00.5780, Licensed Vehicles, in the amount of $12,500, for Special Investigations Unit Vehic | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Spenner requesting to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan, as adopted by Council, by adding a Capital Outlay under 241.00.5780, Licensed Vehicles, in the amount of $12,500, for Special Investigations Unit Vehicle Trades.
(Also refer to Finance & Personnel Committee.)
Recommendation: The 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan be amended.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1638-A
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to enter into a Terrorism Equipment Agreement with Racine County for the purchase of terrorism equipment for the Racine Police Department, under the Homeland Security Grant program, for which Racine C | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to enter into a Terrorism Equipment Agreement with Racine County for the purchase of terrorism equipment for the Racine Police Department, under the Homeland Security Grant program, for which Racine County has applied. Finance Department has issued City Grant Control No. 2006-012. There is no cost to the City.
(Also refer to Finance & Personnel Committee.)
Recommendation: The Chief of Police be granted permission to enter into a Terrorism Equipment Agreement with Racine County for the purchase of terrorism equipment for the Racine Police Department, under the Homeland Security Grant program.
Fiscal Note: There is no cost to the City to accept the equipment from Racine County.
Ayes: 4 - Q.A. Shakoor II, Sandy Weidner, Gregory Helding and Tim Hermes
Abstentions: 1 - David Maack | Referred | |
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06-1644
| A | | Midtown Market, LLC, Jagtar Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1229 Eleventh Street. (1st District) (Alderman of the 1st District included in reference) | Communication | Subject: Application of Midtown Market, LLC, Jagtar Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1229 Eleventh Street. (1st District) (Alderman of the 1st District included in reference)
Recommendation: License be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A
(3-13-06 Meeting)
Ayes: 3 - Q.A. Shakoor II, Sandy Weidner and Tim Hermes
Noes: 1 - Gregory Helding
Non-voting: 1 - David Maack
(3-27-06 Meeting)
Recommendation: Defer until 4-10-06 meeting License & Welfare meeting.
Recommendation of License & Welfare Meeting 04-10-06: License be denied due to high concentration of existing liquor establsihments in the area and the fragility of the neighborhood.
Ayes: 3 - Sandy Weidner, Gregory Helding and Tim Hermes
Noes: 1 - Q.A. Shakoor, II
Non-voting: 1 - David Maack
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1618
| A | | Thomas Cook and local residents requesting to appear before the committee to discuss the removal of Parking Restrictions in the 500 block of Fourteen Street; with the closing of Winslow School this will allow residents ample parking. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Thomas Cook and local residents requesting to appear before the committee to discuss the removal of Parking Restrictions in the 500 block of 14th Street; with the closing of Winslow School this will allow residents ample parking.
Recommendation: The request to remove No Parking Any Time on 14th Street 75 feet east and west of Park Avenue, both sides, be approved.
Fiscal Note: There is a nominal cost to remove the signs. | Referred | |
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06-1647-A
| A | | Racine Zoological Society requesting exclusive use of Lakeview Park for competitors and other needs and the blocking of traffic from on Michigan Boulevard beginning at Lakeview Park heading north to Goold Street and Goold Street west to Main Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Zoological Society requesting exclusive use of Lakeview Park for competitors and other needs and the blocking of traffic from Michigan Boulevard beginning at Lakeview Park heading north to Goold Street and Goold Street west to Main Street.
Referred to Traffic Commission and to the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.
Traffic Commission 3-20-06 Recommendation: This communication be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services (4-18-06): The Racine Zoological Society be granted permission to close Goold Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard and Michigan Boulevard from Goold Street to Yout Street, from 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 28, 2006, to 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 30, 2006, in conjunction with the Zoo-B-que event, 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;
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06-1639
| A | | Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside to terminate the current Racine Bus Service Contract. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside to terminate the current Racine Bus Service Contract.
Recommendation: The University of Wisconsin at Parkside request to change the termination date of the existing transit service contract from June 30, 2006, to May 12, 2006, be approved, and further recommend that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract amendment on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: Reductions in service will not impact the City of Racine share of the Belle Urban System budget, as local payments are the responsibility of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. | Referred | |
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06-1622-A
| A | | Centers for Disease Control | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the Centers for Disease Control in the amount of $106,692. There is a 50% in-kind soft match required. (Grant Control #2006-010)
(Also referred to Finance and Personnel Committee)
Board of Health's Recommendation: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for funding from the Centers for Disease Control for the continuation of the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program.
Fiscal Note: $106,692 (A 50% in-kind soft match is required by the City). | Referred | |
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06-1642
| A | | Purchasing Agent submitting bids received under Official Notice #8, One (1) LARGE AREA ROTARY MOWER. | Communication | Subject:(Direct Referral) from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids received under Official Notice #8, One (1) LARGE AREA ROTARY MOWER.
Recommendation: That Official Notice #8, One (1) Large Area Rotary Mower, be awarded to Reinders, Inc., Elm Grove, WI, they being the only responsive bidder at their bid price of $72,472.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account #101-700.5770. | Referred | |
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06-1647
| A | | Zoological Society requesting exclusive use of Lakeview Park for competitors and other needs and the blocking of traffic from on Michigan Boulevard beginning at Lakeview Park heading north to Goold Street and Goold Street west to Main Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Zoological Society requesting exclusive use of Lakeview Park for competitors and other needs and the blocking of traffic from on Michigan Boulevard beginning at Lakeview Park heading north to Goold Street and Goold Street west to Main Street.
Also refer to Traffic Commission
Recommendation: Approve | Referred | |
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06-1615-A
| A | | Request to discuss discontinuing the sale of personalized bricks at the Festival Hall site. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Finance Director requesting to discuss to discontinue the sale of personalized bricks at the Festival Hall site.
(Item also referred to License & Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Racine Civic Centre 04-26-06: That the sale of personalized bricks at Festival Hall be discontinued.
Ayes: Alderman James Spangenberg, Jeff Coe, Andrew Kindsvater, Ray Mathews, Lydia
Vela, and Kate Scheller
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1617
| A | | Revise CAR25 Policies and Procedures | Communication | Subject: Request to review and revise the Policies and Procedures manual governing public access to Cable Access Racine - CAR25.
Recommendation: The fee structure and changes to the Policies and Procedures manual be implemented for public access to CAR25 for 2007:
MEMBERSHIP FEES:
Producer 2007 Member 2007
City Resident, $40 per Year City Resident: $20 per Year
NonResident, $60 per Year NonResident: $30 per Year
Organization, $60 per Year Organization: $30 per Year
BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP:
Small Business Membership (under 10 employees): $50
Corporate Membership: $150
DONATIONS:
Event Level Sponsorship: $50 per Year
Program Level Sponsorship: $100 per Year
Channel Level Sponsorship: $250 per Year
ADDITIONAL TRAINING COSTS:
Basic Camcorder Workshop: $25 Resident, $35 Non-Resident
Basic Editing Workshop: $50 Resident, $60 Non-Resident
Advanced Camcorder Workshop: $50 Resident, $60 Non-Resident
Advanced Editing Workshop: $50 Resident, $60 Non-Resident
Addition of File Conversion Workshop: $25 Resident, $35 Non-Resident
CERTIFICATION FEE (Upon Passing Exam | Referred | |
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06-1499
| B | | Narcotics Anonymous requesting the use of the Racine Community Centers at reduced rates for the year 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chairman of South Eastern Area Narcotics Anonymous requesting the use of the Racine Community Centers at reduced rates for the year 2006.
Recommendation: That South Eastern Area Narcotics Anonymous be granted permission to utilize community centers at the nonprofit noncharging rate 3 times in 2006.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1557
| A | | Request transfer of funds, cemetery maintenance for landscaping | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department to use the Cemetery's maintenance funds for a project requested by the Cemetery Commission.
Recommendation: That permission be granted for the transfer of funds in the cemetery's Maintenance Fund to be utilized for the landscape plan around the Mound Cemetery office.
Fiscal Note: Money is available within the general fund for the projects at the Mound Cemetery office and chapel landscaping. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1558
| A | | Letter from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control # 2006-004). The grant amount is $20,000 with a 25% soft match ($5,000). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control # 2006-004). The grant amount is $20,000 with a 25% soft match ($5,000).
(Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: The Committee recommends that the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-004, in the amount of $20,000.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match of $5,000 is required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1558
| A | | Letter from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control # 2006-004). The grant amount is $20,000 with a 25% soft match ($5,000). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control # 2006-004). The grant amount is $20,000 with a 25% soft match ($5,000).
(Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: The Committee recommends that the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-004, in the amount of $20,000.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match of $5,000 is required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1561
| A | | Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-07). the grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000).
(Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-007, in the amount of $4,000.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1562
| A | | Letter from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). The grant is in the amount of $4,000-$6,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000-$1,500). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). The grant is in the amount of $4,000-$6,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000-$1,500).
(Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant, Grant Control No. 2006-008, in the amount of $4,000 - $6,000.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 - $1,500 required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1563
| A | | Transfer of funds for the purchase of a plan-size copier for the Engineering Department. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting the transfer of funds for the purchase of a plan-size copier for the Engineering Department.
Recommendation: That the 2005 budget be amended to transfer $10,000 from account 101.600.5770, Traffic - Speed Humps; $5,409 from account 101.600.5780 Traffic - Vehicles; and $15,591 from account 101.630.5780 Street Maintenance - Vehicles to account 101.130.5770 Engineering Equipment - Copier and that this balance be carried forward to 2006 to cover the cost of a plan-size copy machine.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for above transfer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1564
| A | | Transfer of funds to replace air conditioning compressors at Festival Hall. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting the transfer of funds to replace air conditioning compressors at Festival Hall.
Recommendation: That permission granted for the 2005 Capital Improvement budget be amended to transfer $15,000 from account 108.985.5010 Festival Hall - Sound System to account 108-985.5030 Festival Hall - HVAC and that the balance be carried forward to 2006.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the above transfer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1566
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004). The grant is in the amount of $20,000, with a 25% soft match ($5,000). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004). The grant is in the amount of $20,000, with a 25% soft match ($5,000).
(Referred to Finance and Personnel and to the License and Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-004, in the amount of $20,000.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $5,000 required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1567
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-005). The grant is in the amount of $5,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,250). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-005). The grant is in the amount of $5,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,250).
(Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-it or Ticket Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-005, in the amount of $5,000.
Fiscal Note: 25% soft match in the amount of $1,250 required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-005). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1568
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000).
(Referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-006, in the amount of $4,000.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of the License and WelfareCommittee: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1569
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007). The grant is in the amount of $4,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,000). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007). The grant is in the amount of $4,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,000).
(Referred to Finance & Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-007, in the amount of $4,000.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1571
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 - $6,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,000 - $1, | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 - $6,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,000 - $1,500).
(Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant, Grant Control No. 2006-008, in the amount of $4,000 - $6000.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 - 1,500 required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1580
| A | | Development of 141 Main Street (State & Main Street) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development wishing to discuss the agreement with State at Main LLC for the development of 141 Main Street.
Recommendation: That the City of Racine/Racine Redevelopment Authority's Term Sheet be approved with State at Main LLC. for the development of 141 Main Street.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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06-1593
| A | | Requesting that funding for Fair Housing for 2005 be equivalent to the 2004 funding cycle. | Communication | Subject: Communication from a Representative of the Affirmative Action/Human Rights Commission requesting that funding for Fair Housing for 2005 be equivalent to the 2004 funding cycle.
Recommendation: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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06-1594
| A | | Discuss the criteria for filling vacant positions. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Administrator wishing to discuss the criteria for filling vacant positions.
Recommendation: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1595
| A | | Review of the results of the Clerk/Treasurer audit. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Human Resources wishing to discuss the review of the results of the Clerk/Treasurer audit.
Recommendation: That the item be received and filed
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1596
| A | | discuss mandatory direct deposit for all City employees. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District wishing to discuss mandatory direct deposit for all City employees.
Recommendation: That the item be received and filed
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1597
| A | | Submitting a claim and wishing to discuss it in closed session. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting a claim and wishing to discuss it in closed session.
Recommendation: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1620
| A | | apply for Click-it or Ticket Mobilization grant | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-it or Ticket Mobilization grant (Grant Control No. 2006-005).
(Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee)
Recommendation of Finance and Personnel Committee: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-it or Ticket Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-005, in the amount of $5,000.
Fiscal Note: 25% soft match in the amount of $1,250 is required on the part of the City.
Recommendation of License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-005). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1519
| A | | Schedule for reconstruction of Sixth Street from Main Street to Villa Street. | Communication | Subject: Item 14 of February 22, 2006, communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting to discuss the schedule for the reconstruction of Sixth Street from Main Street to Villa Street.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1528
| A | | Official Notice #2, One (1) Three Wheel Broom Type Street Sweeper. | Communication | Subject: Item 15 of February 22, 2006, communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids received under Official Notice #2, One (1) Three Wheel Broom Type Street Sweeper.
Recommendation: The contract for one (1) Elgin Pelican Model P street sweeper be awarded to Bruce Municipal Equipment, at their bid price of $119,811.00, with trade-in, they being the second lowest responsible bidder, that being in the best interest of the City.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 104.000.5780, Street Sweeper.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. The second low bid was selected due to lower maintenance costs which will save the city $95,000.00 over the expected 10-year life of this equipment. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1534
| A | | Rates for the 2006 weed cutting season. | Communication | Subject: Item 17 of February 22, 2006, communication from the Commissioner of Public Works recommending rates for the 2006 weed cutting season.
Recommendation: The cost of weed cutting services as submitted by the Commissioner of Public Works be approved as follows for the 2006 weed cutting season:
Machine Cutting $125.00/hour
Hand Machine Cutting $ 75.00/hour
Hand Cutting $ 65.00/hour
Transportation Charge $ 40.00 lump sum
Fiscal Note: The increase in the cutting rates are to offset increases in the cost of providing this service, which has not been raised since 2003. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1529
| A | | Request to close alley behind 424 N. Memorial Dr. for special event. | Communication | Subject: Item 16 of February 22, 2006, communication from the Pastor of Wayman A.M.E. Church requesting permission to close the alleys behind 424 N. Memorial Drive for their annual Wayman Fest on July 29, 2006 and July 30, 2006.
Recommendation: Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church be granted permission to close the north-south alley behind 424 N. Memorial Drive, for their annual festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 29 and 30, 2006, in accordance with their request.
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.
| Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1536
| A | | WE Energies policy on land use. | Communication | Subject: Item 18 of February 22, 2006, communication annually reaffirming that the policies of We Energies do not permit hunting, use of any motorized recreational vehicles such as snowmobiles, ATV's and motorcycles, or access by non-We energies vehicles on our rights of way and other company property in your community.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1583
| A | | Final payment on Contract 9-05 (K5-014), Ventilation Improvements at City Hall and Safety Building, Southport Consulting, consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 9-05 (K5-014), Ventilation Improvements at City Hall and Safety Building, Southport Consulting, consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Southport Consulting, under Contract 9-05 (K5-014), Ventilation Improvements at City Hall and Safety Building, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,600.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6421, dated March 15, 2005. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1584
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 55-05 (K5-062), Ventilation System for Fire Station No. 1, Hastings Air Energy Control, Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 55-05 (K5-062), Ventilation System for Fire Station No. 1, Hastings Air Energy Control, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 1 on Contract 55-05 (K5-062), Ventilation System for Fire Station No. 1, Hastings Air Energy Control, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $3,581.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 985.300.5010, Fire Station No. 1 - Vehicle Exhaust System.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1598
| A | | Official Notice No. 7 for janitorial services for City Hall, City Hall Annex and safety Building. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids on Official Notice No. 7 for janitorial services for City Hall, City Hall Annex and safety Building.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract with CleanCo of Racine, they being the lowest responsible bidder, with a two-year bid price of $199,592.85, which includes Amendment No. 1.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 404.000.5610, Building Complex-Professional Services.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1599
| A | | Final payment on Contract 43-04 (K4-056), Professional Services for Structural Analysis of Main Street Bridge, Stork Technimet, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 43-04 (K4-056), Professional Services for Structural Analysis of Main Street Bridge, Stork Technimet, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Stork Technimet, Inc., under Contract 43-04 (K4-056), Professional Services for Structural Analysis of Main Street Bridge, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $17,506.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract authorized under Resolution No. 6175, dated October 5, 2004. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1601
| A | | Bid results on Contract 2-06 (K6-002), Racine Street Sanitary Sewer Lining Construction. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 2-06 (K6-002), Racine Street Sanitary Sewer Lining Construction.
Recommendation: Contract 2-06 (K6-002), Racine Street Sanitary Sewer Lining Construction, be awarded to Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, Inc., Pewaukee, WI, at their bid price of $239,715.00, 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:
$7,279.08 - Account 985.907.5330, Racine Street Sanitary Sewer
$27,513.68 - Account 985.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Various Locations
$906.19 - Account 985.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$8,616.89 - Account 984.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$15,400.00 - Account 986.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$179,999.16 - Account 986.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Various Locations
$239,715.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1602
| A | | Bid results on Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection
Recommendation: Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, be awarded to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, Green Bay, WI, at their bid price of $304,938.88, 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:
$127,908.75 - Account 986.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Various Locations
$ 6,470.00 - Account 986.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$170,560.13 - Account 104.985.5420, Storm Sewer-Misc. Locations
$304,938.88 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1603
| A | | Bid results on Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain.
Recommendation: Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, be awarded to Bane-Nelson, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their base bid price of $122,113.00, plus alternate bid items A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, and A8, for a total contract amount of $137,203.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 969.000.5870, TIF District No. 9.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1624
| A | | Reduce retainage on Contract 22-05 (K5-029), Racine Street Utility Construction, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering recommending a reduction in retainage on Contract 22-05 (K5-029), Racine Street Utility Construction, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: The retainage on Contract 22-05 (K5-029), Racine Street Utility Construction, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, be reduced to the amount of $6,000.00.
Fiscal Note: The amount of retainage is sufficient to cover the value of the remainder of the work on this project. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Ord.0912-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 01-06 to amend Sec. 30-84(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Garden court crypts construction and maintenance fund. | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 01-06 to amend Sec. 30-84(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Garden court crypts construction and maintenance fund. | Received As Read | Pass |
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06-1492
| A | | Application of Magic Dollar Plus LLC., Hussein Asad, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (1st District) (Alderman of the 1st District included in reference) | Communication | Subject: Application of Magic Dollar Plus LLC., Hussein Asad, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (1st District) (Alderman of the 1st District included in reference)
Recommendation: License be denied due to the high concentration of alcohol licenses and the fragility of the neighborhood. | Adopted | Pass |
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06-1493
| A | | (Direct Referral) The application of Mary Christman for a Public Passenger Vehicle Driver's License. (Renewal) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) The application of Mary Christman for a Public Passenger Vehicle Driver's License. (Renewal)
Recommendation: License be granted. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Ord.0913-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 2-06 RELATING TO OFFENSES - GANG LOITERING | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 2-06 RELATING TO OFFENSES - GANG LOITERING | Received As Read | Pass |
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Ord.0914-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 3-06 RELATING TO PUBIC PASSENGER VEHICLES; TAXICABS. | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 3-06 RELATING TO PUBIC PASSENGER VEHICLES; TAXICABS. | Received As Read | Pass |
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06-1518
| A | | Application of Jermaine Weatherspoon for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 303 Dodge Street. (4th District) (Alderman of the 4th District included in reference) | Communication | Subject: Application of Jermaine Weatherspoon for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 303 Dodge Street. (4th District) (Alderman of the 4th District included in reference)
Recommendation: License be granted. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1545
| A | | (Direct Referral) Report of the sale of abandoned vehicles for February 13, 2006. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Report of the sale of abandoned vehicles for February 13, 2006.
Recommendation: Receive and file. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1551
| A | | (Direct Referral) The application of Lynne M. Stricker for a Public Passenger Vehicle Driver's License. (Renewal) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) The application of Lynne M. Stricker for a Public Passenger Vehicle Driver's License. (Renewal)
Recommendation: License be granted. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1573
| A | | Application of Marcus Cinemas of WI, LLC. for a Movie Theater License at 5101 Washington Avenue (Westgate Cinema 5). (Renewal) | Communication | Subject: Application of Marcus Cinemas of WI, LLC. for a Movie Theater License at 5101 Washington Avenue (Westgate Cinema 5). (Renewal)
Recommendation: License be granted. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1574
| A | | Application of Marcus Cinemas of WI, LLC. for a Movie Theater License at 5230 Durand Avenue (Regency Mall Cinemas). (Renewal) | Communication | Subject: Application of Marcus Cinemas of WI, LLC. for a Movie Theater License at 5230 Durand Avenue (Regency Mall Cinemas). (Renewal)
Recommendation: License be granted. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1586
| A | | Communication requesting that upon adoption of Ordinance 3-06 relating to the taxicab service, the License & Welfare Committee will be required to adopt procedures relating to taxicab licenses. | Communication | Subject: Communication requesting that upon adoption of Ordinance 3-06 relating to the taxicab service, the License & Welfare Committee will be required to adopt procedures relating to taxicab licenses.
Recommendation: Adopt the committee policy implementing Ordinance 3-06. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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05-1266
| A | | Traffic problems on Russet Street from Olive to Durand Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Item 16 of 12-06-05, communication from the Alderman of the 14th District requesting to meet with the appropriate committee to discuss unsafe traffic problems on Russet Street from Olive to Durand Avenue.
Recommendation: | Adopted | Pass |
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06-1501
| A | | 2006 contract with the Racine County Human Services Department. | Communication | Subject: Item 18 of February 7, 2006, communication from Transit Planner, submitting a 2006 contract with the Racine County Human Services Department for reimbursement of COP/CIP specialized transportation and for transportation to and from the Afternoon Reporting Center.
Recommendation: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1502
| A | | Submitting the December 2005 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Item 17 of February 7, 2006, communication from Transit Planner submitting the December 2005 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1503
| A | | The cost per ride calculation for an in-house operated paratransit system. | Communication | Subject: Item 16 of February 7, 2006, communication from Transit Planner submitting information from the Transit General Manager for the cost per ride calculation for an in-house operated paratransit system.
Recommendation: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1552
| A | | Agreement with Wisconsin Coach Lines | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Transit Planner requesting an agreement with Wisconsin Coach Lines.
Recommendation: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1553
| A | | 2006 financial report for intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the 2006 financial report for intercity bus service.
Recommendation: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1520
| A | | CUP - Andy Bohl of Bohl Automotive | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Andy Bohl of Bohl Automotive seeking a conditional use permit to offer for sale up to five vehicles at 2525 Douglas Avenue.
Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
a. That the plans stamped "Received January 23, 2006" and presented to the Plan Commission on February 6, 2006 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all the conditions of approval as contained in Common Council Resolution No 1395 of December 2, 1986, and Resolution 1748 of July 7, 1998 be complied with unless otherwise modified herein.
c. That only five (5) vehicles associated with the vehicle sales operation be stored on the property and that this number includes vehicles awaiting dealer prep.
d. That vehicles associated with the repair or sales operations be positioned so as not to constrict traffic circulation on the property or hinder traffic flow on Douglas Avenue or Augusta Street.
e. That by March 1, 2006, a landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development illustrating | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1521
| A | | CUP - Ignacio Castaneda | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Ignacio Castaneda seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair facility at 1440 West Street.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-12-06: Deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-9-07: Deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 5-30-07: That the request by Ignacio Castaneda seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair facility at 1440 West Street be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received January 20, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2007 are approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That this conditional use permit shall be reviewed by the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 to determine the level of compliance with the conditions of approval, and the appropriate Plan Commission response to the conduct of the operation.
c. That by August 1, 2007 the following maintenance, repairs, clean up and improvements shall be accomplished:
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06-1538
| A | | CUP - AW Oakes & Son at 2000 Oakes Road | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Daniel Oakes of AW Oakes & Son, Inc. seeking to amend a conditional use permit for a contractor's facility at 2000 Oakes Road for the construction of a 9,975 square foot storage building, and a 8,400 square foot office building.
Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
a. That the plans stamped “Received January 31, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on February 22, 2006” be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein:
b. That final building elevations for the storage building be submitted for the review and approval by the Director of City Development. The elevation shall show the use of full dimensioned masonry units for the first four to six feet above grade, on all elevations, and illustrate the building’s color scheme.
c. That a final landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval by the Director of City Development. If an occupancy permit is requested prior to the installation of the landscaping, then a letter of credit shall be submit equal in value to the cost of the landscapi | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1539
| A | | CUP - Lukas Classics - 1500 Summit Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Robert Martins of Lukas Classics seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto restoration business at 1500 Summit Avenue.
Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
a. That the plans stamped “Received February 7, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on February 22, 2006 are approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
c. That all vehicles awaiting repairs and restoration shall be stored on the subject property within the building.
d. That all vehicle repair and restoration activities, such as, but not limited to vehicle preparation, restoration, and painting shall be conducted indoors.
e. That painting be conducted in compliance with all appropriate codes, and ordinances, and all required permits acquired.
f. That off-street parking areas shall be provided for all customer and employee vehicles.
g. That there shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicles parts and accessories, and equipment.
h. That a | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1589
| A | | Blighted property at 141 Main Street | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Request to declare blighted the property at 141 Main Street for the purpose of providing financial assistance to the State and Main redevelopment project and submitting proposed redevelopment to Common Council for approval.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution declaring the property is blighted and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to assist the private redevelopment of the property.
Fiscal Note: Preliminary step before issuing of bond (Municipal Revenue Obligation) for the project. | Adopted | Pass |
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06-1591
| A | | Lee Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a The Journal Times owner of Lot 6 and West 86.52 feet of Lot 5, Stephen F. Olsen Industrial Park, Known as 2525 Norwood Court is requesting to go forward with the sale of the property and request the necessary consent from the | Communication | Subject: Communication from Lee Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a The Journal Times owner of Lot 6 and West 86.52 feet of Lot 5, Stephen F. Olsen Industrial Park, Known as 2525 Norwood Court is requesting to go forward with the sale of the property and request the necessary consent from the City of Racine.
Recommendation: Recommends the City go on record that it has no objection to the sale of 2525 Norwood Court by the Racine Journal Times. This action will allow the property to be developed for industrial purposes in a more expeditious manner. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1625
| A | | Mayor's Report | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointment(s) to various Committees, Boards and Commission of the City of Racine.
Appoint Deputy City Attorney Scott R. Letteney to the Traffic Commission.
Recommendation: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1649
| B | | (Direct Referral) Communication from West Shore Marina and Harbor Lite Yacht Club requsting to replace the existing west dock between State Street Bridge and the lift out well at West Shore Marina and a request to extend the pier head line 25' to 30'. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from West Shore Marina and Harbor Lite Yacht Club requsting to replace the existing west dock between State Street Bridge and the lift out well at West Shore Marina and a request to extend the pier head line 25' to 30'.
Recommendation: The proposed dock replacement be approved as submitted; and further recommends that since the proposed extension of the pier head line will not be a navigation hazard in Racine's harbor and the Board has no objections to its installation, the request to extend the pier head line from 25' to 30' be approved subject to consent of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources per Wis. Stat. sec., 30.12 and the applicant notify the City on the action on the request for waiver. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6914
| A | | PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENTS (KEWAUNEE & LIGHTHOUSE DRIVE | Resolution | PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENTS (KEWAUNEE & LIGHTHOUSE DRIVE)
RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s):
All property fronting upon both sides:
WATER MAIN
Kewaunee Street N. Main Street to Michigan Boulevard.
SANITARY SEWER
Kewaunee Street from N. Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
SEWER AND WATER LATERALS
Kewaunee Street from N. Main Street to Michigan Boulevard.
Lighthouse Drive from Queens Court to Steeplechase Drive
2. Said public improvement shall consist of WATER MAIN AND SANITARY SEWER AND SEWER AND WATER LATERALS.
The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from sa | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6915
| A | | WAYMAN AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH PERMISSION FOR ANNUAL WAYMEN FEST | Resolution | WAYMAN AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH PERMISSION FOR ANNUAL WAYMEN FEST
RESOLVED,that Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church be granted permission to close the north-south alley behind 424 N. Memorial Drive, for their annual festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 29 and 30, 2006, in accordance with their request.
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 incurred on a regular shift basis to implement this event. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6916
| A | | 2006 WEED CUTTING COSTS | Resolution | 2006 WEED CUTTING COSTS
RESOLVED, that the cost of weed cutting services as submitted by the Commissioner of Public Works be approved as follows for the 2006 weed cutting season:
Machine Cutting $125.00/hour
Hand Machine Cutting $ 75.00/hour
Hand Cutting $ 65.00/hour
Transportation Charge $ 40.00 lump sum
Fiscal Note: The increase in the cutting rates are to offset increases in the cost of providing this service, which has not been raised since 2003. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6917
| A | | CONTRACT FOR RACINE STREET SANITARY SEWER LINING | Resolution | CONTRACT FOR RACINE STREET SANITARY SEWER LINING
RESOLVED, that Contract 2-06 (K6-002), Racine Street Sanitary Sewer Lining Construction, be awarded to Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, Inc., Pewaukee, WI, at their bid price of $239,715.00, 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:
$7,279.08 - Account 985.907.5330, Racine Street Sanitary Sewer
$27,513.68 - Account 985.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Various Locations
$906.19 - Account 985.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$8,616.89 - Account 984.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$15,400.00 - Account 986.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$179,999.16 - Account 986.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Various Locations
$239,715.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6918
| A | | CONTRACT FOR 2006 CCTV SERVICES AND MANHOLE INSPECTION | Resolution | CONTRACT FOR 2006 CCTV SERVICES AND MANHOLE INSPECTION
RESOLVED, that Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, be awarded to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, Green Bay, WI, at their bid price of $304,938.88, 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:
$127,908.75 - Account 986.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Various Locations
$ 6,470.00 - Account 986.907.5320, Sanitary Manhole Reconstruction
$170,560.13 - Account 104.985.5420, Storm Sewer-Misc. Locations
$304,938.88 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6919
| A | | CONTRACT FOR LAUREL CLARK MEMORIAL FOUNTAIN | Resolution | CONTRACT FOR LAUREL CLARK MEMORIAL FOUNTAIN
RESOLVED, that Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, be awarded to Bane-Nelson, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their base bid price of $122,113.00, plus alternate bid items A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, and A8, for a total contract amount of $137,203.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 969.000.5870, TIF District No. 9.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6920
| A | | FINAL PAYMENT ON CONTRACT FOR STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF MAIN STREET BRIDGE | Resolution | FINAL PAYMENT ON CONTRACT FOR STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF MAIN STREET BRIDGE
RESOLVED, that the professional services provided by Stork Technimet, Inc., under Contract 43-04 (K4-056), Professional Services for Structural Analysis of Main Street Bridge, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $17,506.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6175, dated October 5, 2004. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6921
| A | | FINAL PAYMENT ON CONTRACT FOR IMPROVEMENTS AT CITY HALL AND SAFETY BUILDING | Resolution | FINAL PAYMENT ON CONTRACT FOR IMPROVEMENTS AT CITY HALL AND SAFETY BUILDING
RESOLVED, that the professional services provided by Southport Consulting, under Contract 9-05 (K5-014), Ventilation Improvements at City Hall and Safety Building, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,600.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6421, dated March 15, 2005. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6922
| A | | CHANGE ORDER ON CONTRACT FIRE STATION NO. 1 VENTILATION SYSTEM | Resolution | CHANGE ORDER ON CONTRACT FIRE STATION NO. 1 VENTILATION SYSTEM
RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 55-05 (K5-062), Ventilation System for Fire Station No. 1, Hastings Air Energy Control, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $3,581.00.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 985.300.5010, Fire Station No. 1 - Vehicle Exhaust System.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6923
| A | | REDUCTION IN RETAINAGE ON CONTRACT RACINE STREET UTILITY CONSTRUCTION | Resolution | REDUCTION IN RETAINAGE ON CONTRACT RACINE STREET UTILITY CONSTRUCTION
RESOLVED, that the retainage on Contract 22-05 (K5-029), Racine Street Utility Construction, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, be reduced to the amount of $6,000.00.
Fiscal Note: The amount of retainage is sufficient to cover the value of the remainder of the work on this project. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6924
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2525 DOUGLAS AVENUE | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2525 DOUGLAS AVENUE
RESOLVED, that a request by Andy Bohl of Bohl Automotive seeking a conditional use permit to offer up to five vehicles for sale at 2525 Douglas Avenue, be approved subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received January 23, 2006" and presented to the Plan Commission on February 6, 2006 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all the conditions of approval as contained in Common Council Resolution No 1395 of December 2, 1986, and Resolution 1748 of July 7, 1998 be complied with unless otherwise modified herein.
c. That only five (5) vehicles associated with the vehicle sales operation be stored on the property and that this number includes vehicles awaiting dealer prep.
d. That vehicles associated with the repair or sales operations be positioned so as not to constrict traffic circulation on the property or hinder traffic flow on Douglas Avenue or Augusta Street.
e. That by March 1, 2006, a landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City D | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6925
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 1440 WEST STREET | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 1440 WEST STREET
RESOLVED, that a request by Ignacio Castaneda seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair facility at 1440 West Street be approved, subject to the following condtions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received January 20, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on february 22, 2006 are approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That this conditional use permit shall be reviewed by the Plan Commission six months from the date of its approval to determine the level of compliance with the conditions of approval, and the appropriate Plan Commission response to the conduct of the operation.
c. That by June 1, 2006 the following maintenance, repairs, clean up and improvements shall be accomplished:
1. Repair, straighten or replace damaged fence sections.
2. Replace missing privacy slats in gates, and install privacy slats in the northern fence. All privacy slats are to be a uniform color.
3. Trim fence posts to a uniform height extending no greater than one foot above the fence panels.
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Res.06-6926
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 2000 OAKES ROAD | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 2000 OAKES ROAD
RESOLVED, that a request by Daniel Oakes of AW Oakes & Son, Inc. seeking to amend a conditional use permit for a contractor's facility at 2000 Oakes Road for the construction of a 9,975 square foot storage building, and a 8,400 square foot office building.
a. That the plans stamped “Received January 31, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on February 22, 2006” be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein:
b. That final building elevations for the storage building be submitted for the review and approval by the Director of City Development. The elevation shall show the use of full dimensioned masonry units for the first four to six feet above grade, on all elevations, and illustrate the building’s color scheme.
c. That a final landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval by the Director of City Development. If an occupancy permit is requested prior to the installation of the landscaping, then a letter of credit shall be submitted equal in value to the cost of the landscaping, and released upon t | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6927
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 1500 SUMMIT AVENUE | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 1500 SUMMIT AVENUE
RESOLVED, that the request by Robert Martins of Lukas Classics seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto restoration business at 1500 Summit Avenue, be approved subject to the following conditions.
a. That the plans stamped “Received February 7, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on February 22, 2006 are approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That there shall be no vehicle sales or salvage at this location.
c. That all vehicles awaiting repairs and restoration shall be stored on the subject property within the building.
d. That all vehicle repair and restoration activities such as, but not limited to, vehicle preparation, restoration, and painting shall be conducted indoors.
e. That painting be conducted in compliance with all appropriate codes and ordinances, and all required permits acquired.
f. That off-street parking areas shall be provided for all customer and employee vehicles.
g. That there shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicles parts and accessories, a | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6928
| A | | ACCEPT 2006 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION BICYCLE SAFETY ENFORCEMENT GRANT | Resolution | ACCEPT 2006 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION BICYCLE SAFETY ENFORCEMENT GRANT
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Department of Transportation for the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-006, in the amount of $4,000.
FISCAL NOTE: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 is required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6929
| A | | ACCEPT WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 2006 ALCOHOL ENFORCEMENT MOBILIZATION GRANT | Resolution | ACCEPT WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 2006 ALCOHOL ENFORCEMENT MOBILIZATION GRANT
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-004, in the amount of $20,000.
FISCAL NOTE: A 25% soft match of $5,000 is required on the part of the City | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6930
| A | | ACCEPT 2006 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CLICK-IT OR TICKET MOBILIZATION GRANT | Resolution | ACCEPT 2006 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CLICK-IT OR TICKET MOBILIZATION GRANT
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-it or Ticket Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-005, in the amount of $5,000.
FISCAL NOTE: 25% soft match in the amount of $1,250 required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6931
| A | | ACCEPT 2006 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ENFORCEMENT GRANT | Resolution | ACCEPT 2006 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ENFORCEMENT GRANT
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-007, in the amount of $4,000.
FISCAL NOTE: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6932
| A | | ACCEPT 2006 WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION YOUTH ALCOHOL ENFORCEMENT CARD GRANT | Resolution | ACCEPT 2006 WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION YOUTH ALCOHOL ENFORCEMENT CARD GRANT
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Department of Transportation for the 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant, Grant Control No. 2006-008, in the amount of $4,000 - $6000.
FISCAL NOTE: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 - 1,500 required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6933
| A | | 2006 CONTRACT WITH RACINE COUNTY FOR COP/CIP SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION SERVICES | Resolution | 2006 CONTRACT WITH RACINE COUNTY FOR COP/CIP SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement on behalf of the City of Racine with Racine County Human Services Department for reimbursement of COP/CIP specialized transportation and for transportation to and from the Afternoon Reporting Center.
FISCAL NOTE: The contract will provide reimbursement for up to $63,078 for various transportation rides. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6934
| A | | AGREEMENT WITH WISCONSIN COACH LINES | Resolution | AGREEMENT WITH WISCONSIN COACH LINES
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement on behalf of the City of Racine with Wisconsin Coach Lines for the pass through of state transit operating funds for the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee bus services for 2006.
FISCAL NOTE: The contract with allow for the pass through of approximately $622,361, or 60% of eligible expenses, in 2006 state operating assistance. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6935
| A | | TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR CEMETERY MAINTENANCE | Resolution | TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR CEMETERY MAINTENANCE
RESOLVED, that permission be granted for the transfer of funds in the cemetery's Maintenance Fund to be utilized for the landscape plan around the Mound Cemetery office.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available within the general funds for the projects at the Mound Cemetery Office and chapel landscaping. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6936
| A | | TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT | Resolution | TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
RESOLVED, that the 2005 budget be amended to transfer $10,000 from account 101.600.5770, Traffic - Speed Humps; $5,409 from account 101.600.5780, Traffic - Vehicles; and $15,591 from account 101.630.5780, Street Maintenance - Vehicles, to account 101.130.5770, Engineering Equipment - Coper, and that this balance be carried forward to 2006 to cover the cost of a plan-size copy machine.
FISCAL NOTE: There are sufficient funds available for the above transfer. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6937
| A | | TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR FESTIVAL HALL | Resolution | TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR FESTIVAL HALL
RESOLVED, that the 2005 Capital Improvement budget be amended to transfer $15,000 from account 108.985.5010, Festival Hall - Sound System, to account 108.985.5030, Festival Hall - HVAC and that the balance be carried forward to 2006.
FISCAL NOTE: There are sufficient funds available for the above transfer. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6938
| A | | RESOLUTION DECLARING PROPERTY TO BE BLIGHTED AND AUTHORIZING THE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO ASSIST THE PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE PROPERTY | Resolution | RESOLUTION DECLARING PROPERTY TO BE BLIGHTED AND AUTHORIZING THE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO ASSIST THE PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE PROPERTY
WHEREAS, Section 66.1333 of the Wisconsin Statutes, as amended (the "Act"), states that it is the policy of this state to protect and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the people of the state in which blighted areas exist by the elimination and prevention of such areas through the utilization of all means appropriate for that purpose, thereby encouraging well-planned, integrated, stable, safe and healthful neighborhoods, the provision of healthful homes, a decent living environment and adequate places for employment of the people of this state and its communities in such areas; and
WHEREAS, this Common Council has heretofore created the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine (the "Authority") to eliminate or prevent substandard, deteriorated, obsolete and blighted areas in the City of Racine, Wisconsin (the "City"); and
WHEREAS, the Act authorizes the Authority to undertake certain activities within the City, for | Adopted | Pass |
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Ord.06-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 6-06 to amend Sec. 86-4 and create Sec. 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Subdivision of land - fees. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 6-06 to amend Sec. 86-4 and create Sec. 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Subdivision of land - fees.
To amend Sec. 86-4 and create Sec. 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Subdivision of land - fees.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 86-4 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by changing the title to read:
“Sec. 86-4. Lot divisions and consolidations (splits and joiners).”
by adding “(a)” before the start of the first paragraph and by adding a new paragraph as follows:
“(b) No person shall perform a consolidation or reconfiguration of lots of record unless the assessor, in consultation with the zoning administrator, finds that the consolidation or reconfiguration does not cause a non-conformity or result in a greater degree of non-conformity under this chapter or other applicable laws or ordinances. This section shall apply to all platted and unplatted lands within the city.”
Part 2:
Sec. 86-194 of the Munici | Referred | |
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