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07-0286
| A | 4. | WI DNR | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding and for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $40,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2007-009) to be utilized for beach sanitary surveys for Wisconsin's Great Lakes during the period of March 1, 2007 through November 30, 2007.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $40,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to be utilized for beach sanitary surveys for Wisconsin's Great Lakes from March 1, 2007 through November 30, 2007.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-0286
| A | | WI DNR | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding and for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $40,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2007-009) to be utilized for beach sanitary surveys for Wisconsin's Great Lakes during the period of March 1, 2007 through November 30, 2007.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $40,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to be utilized for beach sanitary surveys for Wisconsin's Great Lakes from March 1, 2007 through November 30, 2007.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-0287
| A | 5. | UW-Oshkosh | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding and for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh (Grant Control No. 2007-010). Funds, not to exceed $6,500 per year, will be utilized for evaluation of the Algal Nuisance Cladophora and its effect on E. Coli and beach closures. Contract period will be from March 1, 2007 through February 28, 2010.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh. Funds, not to exceed $6,500 per year, will be utilized for evaluation of the Algal Nuisance Cladophora and its effect on E. Coli and beach closures. Contract period will be from March 1, 2007 through February 28, 2010.
Fiscal Note: A soft match of $1,800 per year will be fulfil | Referred | |
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07-0287
| A | | UW-Oshkosh | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding and for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh (Grant Control No. 2007-010). Funds, not to exceed $6,500 per year, will be utilized for evaluation of the Algal Nuisance Cladophora and its effect on E. Coli and beach closures. Contract period will be from March 1, 2007 through February 28, 2010.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh. Funds, not to exceed $6,500 per year, will be utilized for evaluation of the Algal Nuisance Cladophora and its effect on E. Coli and beach closures. Contract period will be from March 1, 2007 through February 28, 2010.
Fiscal Note: A soft match of $1,800 per year will be fulfil | Referred | |
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07-0331
| B | 6. | DOT 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control #2007-011).
(Also referred to Public Safety & Licensing Committee) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2007 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control Number 2007-011).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $25,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2007 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization (Grant Control No. 2007-011).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-26-07: That permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $25,000.00 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2007 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization .
Fiscal Note: 25% soft mach required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-0331
| B | | DOT 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant Control #2007-011).
(Also referred to Public Safety & Licensing Committee) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2007 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (Grant Control Number 2007-011).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $25,000 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2007 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization (Grant Control No. 2007-011).
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-26-07: That permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $25,000.00 grant with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2007 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization .
Fiscal Note: 25% soft mach required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-0329
| A | 7. | RPD Staffing Structure
(Also referred to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to seek approval to change the staffing structure of the Racine Police Department.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: That the item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-26-07: That the Police Chief's request to change the staffing structure of the Racine Polcie Department, be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The item be approved. | Referred | |
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07-0329
| A | | RPD Staffing Structure
(Also referred to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to seek approval to change the staffing structure of the Racine Police Department.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: That the item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-26-07: That the Police Chief's request to change the staffing structure of the Racine Polcie Department, be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The item be approved. | Referred | |
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07-0330
| A | 8. | Crime Stoppers $7,000 PD Donation
(Also referred to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting authorization to accept a donation from Crime Stoppers of Racine County, Inc., of up to $7,000, for the purchase of the 2007 COP cards for Racine Police Department officers.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to accept $7,000 from Crime Stoppers of Racine County, Inc. to be utilized for the purchase of 2007 COP cards and an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-26-07: That permission be granted for the Chief of Polcie to accept $7,000.00 from Crime Stoppers of Racine County, Inc. to be utilized for the purchase of 2007 COP cards.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0330
| A | | Crime Stoppers $7,000 PD Donation
(Also referred to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting authorization to accept a donation from Crime Stoppers of Racine County, Inc., of up to $7,000, for the purchase of the 2007 COP cards for Racine Police Department officers.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to accept $7,000 from Crime Stoppers of Racine County, Inc. to be utilized for the purchase of 2007 COP cards and an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-26-07: That permission be granted for the Chief of Polcie to accept $7,000.00 from Crime Stoppers of Racine County, Inc. to be utilized for the purchase of 2007 COP cards.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0335
| A | 9. | Discuss the vacated payroll technician position. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to discuss the vacated payroll technician position.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: Permission granted for the elimination of the Payroll Technician position and creation of the Financial Data Technician contingent on discussing with Local 67 regarding the elimination and creation of this position as required by the contract.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0327
| A | 10. | Installation and leasing of conduit to carry fiber optic cable for other companies. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 5th District and 11th District wishing to discuss the possibility of installing and leasing of conduit to carry fiber optic cable for other companies.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-10-07): The item be referred to the Water and Wastewater Utility for their consideration to install duct work along with their projects both within and outside the City of Racine.
Further recommend that the item be referred to the City Attorney's office for review of the City of Milwaukee's ordinance pertaining to the installation of ducts and its adaptability to the City of Racine. The City Attorney's office is to report their findings back to the Public Works and Services Committee.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.
Recommendation of the Waterworks & Wastewater Commissions (4-24-07): Defer until City Attorney reviews City of Milwaukee's ordinance pertaining to the installation of ducts and its adaptability to the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.
Recommendation of the Waterwork | Referred | |
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07-0333
| A | 11. | Request to use city right-of-way for The Racine.org Running Festival on Saturday, April 28, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau requesting to use city right-of-way for The Racine.org Running Festival on Saturday, April 28, 2007.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee 3-27-07: Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau be granted permission to use city right-of-way on Saturday, April 28, 2007, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 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.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on that date.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
FISCAL NOTE: There will be nominal costs to various | Referred | |
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07-0333
| A | | Request to use city right-of-way for The Racine.org Running Festival on Saturday, April 28, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau requesting to use city right-of-way for The Racine.org Running Festival on Saturday, April 28, 2007.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee 3-27-07: Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau be granted permission to use city right-of-way on Saturday, April 28, 2007, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 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.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on that date.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
FISCAL NOTE: There will be nominal costs to various | Referred | |
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07-0274
| A | 12. | Application of Midtown Market, Ranjit Kaur, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1229 Eleventh Street. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Midtown Market, Ranjit Kaur, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1229 Eleventh Street. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-26-07: That the license be granted with the following provisions:
1. There will be no individual/single container sales of beer.
2. There will be no signage in windows advertising beer.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0315
| A | 13. | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the February 2007 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Wisconsin intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the February 2007 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Wisconsin intercity bus service.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0337
| A | 14. | Adopt the public participation plan for Racine County Multi-Jurisdictional Comprehensive Plan by resolution. | Communication | Subject: Request that the Common Council adopt the public participation plan for Racine County Multi-Jurisdictional Comprehensive Plan by resolution.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-29-07: That the document titled “Public Participation Plan for the Racine County Multi-Jurisdictional Comprehensive Plan” be adopted by resolution of the Common Council.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0137
| A | 16. | ATM machines in City Hall and Safety Building. | Communication | Subject: Communication from ATM Financial regarding placing ATM machines in City Hall and the Safety Building.
Recommendation of the Pubic Works and Services Committee on 2/26/07: Approved.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the City enter into a one-year contract with ATM Financial Company with a hold harmless agreement.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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07-0344
| A | 17. | Mobile Library Theft Reimbursement | Communication | Subject: Resolution 07-0064
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-26-07: To amend Resolution 07-0064 by deleting the reimbursed amount of $6,876 and inserting $6001 to be paid to the City Librarian for the costs of materials stolen resulting from a break-in at the Mobile Library parked at the DPW garage lot. Further recommends that Resolution No. 07-0064 be adopted as amended. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0237
| A | 18. | accept a brownfields grant from the Wisconsin Dept. of Commerce for the Thompson Building redevelopment. | Communication | Subject:Request from the Director of City Development that the City of Racine accept a brownfields grant from the Wisconsin Dept. of Commerce for the Thompson Building redevelopment.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the City of Racine accept a brownfields grant from the Wisconsin Dept. of Commerce for the Thompson Building redevelopment in the amount of $60,300.00, and that the Mayor & City Clerk be authorized to execute a grant agreement.
Fiscal Note: The required match will be provided from TID No. 12. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0238
| A | 19. | Funds Transfer | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting a transfer of funds to pay for laboratory services to be provided by Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare due to the closing of the laboratory.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Permission granted to transfer $20,000 from Salaries (101.490.5010) to Professional Services (101.490.5610).
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds for this transfer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0251
| A | 20. | Request of the Derby Director of Racine Area Soap Box Derby to waive the fee to close the road for the following dates: May 11, 12 & 13, June 15 & 16, and September 7, 8 & 9. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Derby Director of Racine Area Soap Box Derby to waive the fee to close the road for the following dates: May 11, 12 & 13, June 15 & 16, and September 7, 8 & 9.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: The Racine Area Soap Box Derby is to pay $101 per event for a total of $303.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0266
| A | 21. | Request of Por La Gente Association, for the use of Chavez Community Center at a reduced rate for their basketball invitational tournament. | Communication | Subject: Request of Por La Gente Association, for the use of Chavez Community Center at a reduced rate for their basketball invitational tournament.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: To reduce the fee to half of the standard hourly rate.
Fiscal Note: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0269
| A | 22. | Discuss transfers to cover operating shortfalls in the Building Complex Internal Service Fund | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to discuss transfers to cover operating shortfalls in the Building Complex Internal Service Fund.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Permission be granted to the Finance Director to transfer sufficient funds to cover operating shortfalls in the Building Complex Internal Service Fund in the amount of $330,000.
Fiscal Note: Funding for these transfers is available in Account 101.990.5970. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0303
| A | 23. | Discuss waiving formal bidding to purchase a Digital Voice Logging System | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee wishing to discuss waiving formal bidding and purchase a Digital Voice Logging System and that the Purchasing Agent negotiate a price with Word Systems Inc.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Word Systems Inc. for the purchase of a digital voice logging system and to waive formal bidding.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this item is available in the 2007 capital improvement budget. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0208
| A | 24. | Request to close alleys behind 424 N. Memorial Drive for Wayman Fest on July 28, 2007 and July 29, 2007. | Communication | Subject: 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 28, 2007 and July 29, 2007.
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 28 and 29, 2007, 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.
Fiscal Note: There will | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0233
| A | 25. | Pentacost Lutheran Church request to close Jerome Boulevard on August 18, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Pentecost Lutheran Church requesting permission to close Jerome Boulevard, between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue, on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m., for their 6th Annual Neighborhood Block Party.
Recommendation: Pentecost Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Jerome Boulevard, between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue, for an event on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., 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 implemen | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0272
| A | 26. | Final payment on Contract 07-06(K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, contractor.
Recommendation: The work done by Green Bay Pipe & TV, under Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $369,698.09, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6918, dated March 7, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0273
| A | 27. | Request from K. Singh & Associates, Inc., to install a monitoring well at 620 Stannard Street. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a request from K. Singh & Associates, Inc., to install a monitoring well at 620 Stannard Street.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to K. Singh & Associates, Inc. to install one (1) monitoring well within the Stannard Street right-of-way near 620 Stannard Street, provided that a permit is secured through the Engineering Department and an agreement executed in accordance with Sec. 66.0425, Wis. Stats., Privileges in Streets, and further provided that this construction will be performed so as not to create a hazard for pedestrian or vehicular traffic, and that any monitoring wells will be abandoned in accordance with Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 112 and NR 141.25.
Further recommends that K. Singh & Associates, Inc. be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs and costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Further recommends that the property owner provide the City Attorney’s office with a legal description of the locatio | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0276
| A | 28. | Bid results on Contract 16-07 (K7-019), Curb and Gutter Repair, CDBG. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 16-07 (K7-019), Curb and Gutter Repair, CDBG.
Recommendation: Contract 16-07 (K7-019), Curb and Gutter Repair, CDBG, be awarded to D.C. Burbach, Inc., at their bid price of $99,925.40, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 897.030.5510, Replacement Curb & Gutter C.D.B.G.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0284
| A | 29. | Proposal from Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to provide professional services for tuckpointing at the City Hall Annex. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to provide professional services for tuckpointing at the City Hall Annex.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., Brookfield, WI, to provide professional services for tuckpointing at the City Hall Annex at a not-to-exceed cost of $4,000.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.200.5010, Annex - Tuckpointing.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0285
| A | 30. | Proposal from Earth Tech, inc. to provide professional services for the 2007 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal from Earth Tech, Inc. to provide professional services for the 2007 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc., Sheboygan, WI, to provide professional services for the 2007 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program at a not-to-exceed cost of $49,500.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.000.5330, Monitoring Detection Enforcement.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0289
| A | 31. | Proposal from Earth Tech, Inc., to provide professional services for the design of a photovoltaic electrical generating system. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Earth Tech, Inc., to provide professional services for the design of a photovoltaic electrical generating system.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc., Sheboygan, WI, to provide professional services for the design of a photovoltaic electrical generating system for the City Hall Annex at a not-to-exceed cost of $17,500.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.200.5020, Annex - Solar Electric Generating System.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0295
| A | 32. | Amend Resolution 07-0094. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to amend Resolution 07-0094.
Recommendation: Resolution 07-0094 be amended by deleting "18-04 (K4-024)" and inserting "9-06 (K6-010)" in its place.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0316
| A | 33. | Final payment on Contract 61-05(K5-070), PS - 2006 Racine CCTV and Manhole Repairs, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 61-05 (K5-070), Professional Services - 2006 Racine CCTV and Manhole Repairs, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 61-05 (K5-070), Professional Services - 2006 Racine CCTV and Manhole Repairs, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $126,575.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6717, dated October 18, 2005. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0328
| A | 34. | Resolution 06-7361 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer regarding Resolution 06-7361.
Recommendation: That Resolution 06-7361 be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0074
| A | 35. | (New) Application of Magic Dollar Plus LLC., Hussein Asad, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Magic Dollar Plus LLC., Hussein Asad, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the item be deferred until the February 26, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the license be granted.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the license be denied, due to the fragility of the neighorhood and the high concentration of alcohol licenses in the area.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Fail |
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07-0142
| A | 36. | Application of Douglas Petro, LLC., Surinder Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License, Gasoline Station Owner's and Manager's License for 3357 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Douglas Petro, LLC., Surinder Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License, Gasoline Station Owner's and Manager's License for 3357 Douglas Avenue. (7th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the Gasoline Station Owner's and Manager's License be granted, and the Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License application be deferred until the March 12, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage Liicense be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0175
| A | 37. | Cruz Castro for a Public Passenger Driver's License. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Application of Cruz Castro for a Public Passenger Driver's License.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the Public Passenger Driver's License be denied.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the Public Passenger Driver's License be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0236
| A | 38. | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department; further requesting that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smar | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department; further requesting that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smart Technologies for this purchase.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smart Technologies for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department and that formal bidding be waived.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensig Committee of 03-12-07: That formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with a local vendor that is under government contract for this purchase.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is estimated at $9,999 and is available in Account 211.000.5950. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0253
| A | 39. | Application of J & A, LLC, Kenneth R. Meyer, Agent for Bar 44, 1300 N. Main Street, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License. | Communication | Subject: (Change of Agent) Application of J & A, LLC (Bar 44), Kenneth R. Meyer, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1300 N. Main Street. (4th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the Change of Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0254
| A | 40. | Request for Permission to Accept a Donation of Stock Certificates | Communication | Subject: A communication from the Fire Chief Hansen requesting permission to accept the donation of stock certificates to be used in the purchase of four Thermo Imaging Cameras for the Racine Fire Department. It is also requested that the Finance Director be authorized to set up the necessary accounts to facilitate this donation.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to accept a donation of stock certificates which are valued at approximately $25,000, and that the Finance Director be authorized to set up the necessary accounts to facilitate this donation.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That Fire Chief Hansen be granted permission to accept the donation of stock certificates to be used in the purchase of three Thermo Imaging Cameras for the Racine Fire Department.
Fiscal Note: Donation to be placed in Account 711.000.5950. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0263
| A | 41. | (Direct Referral) Final payment on contract 27-05 (K5-034), Monument Square Site and Landscape Improvement. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Final payment on contract 27-05 (K5-034), Monument Square Site and Landscape Improvement.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That final payment on contract 27-05 (K5-034), Monument Square Site and Landscape Improvement, be approved.
Fiscal Note: $5,000.00 be appropriated from account | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0275
| A | 42. | Communicaton from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, March 5, 2007. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communicaton from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, March 5, 2007.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $15,701.01 in revenues. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0321
| A | 43. | Ordinance No. 2-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 2-07
To repeal and recreate Sec. 66-566 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Issuance of Worthless Checks - Prohibition. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0323
| A | 44. | Ordinance No. 5-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 5-07
To amend Secs. 6-9, 6-131, repeal and recreate Sec. 6-132, create Sec. 6-134 and amend Sec. 6-136 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Operator’s - Provisional Operator’s licenses.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 02-26-07: That Ordinance No. 5-07 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0160
| A | 45. | 2035 Regional Transportation System Plan | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting "A Regional Transportation System Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035" from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): That "A Regional Transportation System Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035" from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission be approved.
Further recommend that the item be referred to the City Plan Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: That the Common Council endorse the Regional Transportation Plan 2035 by resolution.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0168
| A | 46. | Rezoning 720-17th Street (R. Westmoreland) | Zoning Item | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Robert Westmoreland of Westmoreland Properites, LLC, seeking to rezone the property at 720-17th Street from B-1 Neighborhood Convenience District to R-4 General Residence District.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 2-14-07: Deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 2-28-07: To deny.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: To deny. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0220
| A | 47. | CUP - Genesis Behavioral Svs. at 3131 Taylor Ave Bldg 5 | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Genesis Behavioral Services, Inc. seeking a conditional use permit for a community based residential facility at 3131 Taylor Avenue, Building #5.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 2-28-07: To defer.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: That the request by Genesis Behavioral Services, Inc. for a conditional use permit for a community based residential facility for women at 3131 Taylor Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received January 10, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on February 28, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That this residential facility be confined to Building #5 of the campus, and that no more than twelve residents be permitted to occupy Building #5.
d. That the facility be professionally staffed 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
e. That all staff and visitor parking be contained on site | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0296
| A | 48. | CUP - Kelly Richardson for storage at 3344 Douglas Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Kelly Richardson seeking a conditional use permit for the storage of two cargo vans at 3344 Douglas Avenue.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: That the request by Kelly Richardson, seeking a conditional use permit for the storage of two cargo vans at 3344 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received February 28, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on March 14, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Department.
c. That the vehicles stored be limited to two (2) one-ton cargo vans, stored indoors when not in use.
d. That this facility shall not operate as a freight storage warehouse.
e. That all trash and recyclables be kept in closed containers and stored in the building until pick up.
f. That if a sign is installed, that it be professionally made, comply with zoning ordinance requirements, and be approved by the Director of City Development. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0297
| A | 49. | Zoning - David Hendricks & Philip Kuehl of 1202-1212 N. Main Street | Zoning Item | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by David Hendricks of Racine's Customs and Collisions, and Philip Kuehl of Phil's Auto Sales seeking to rezone 50 feet of the northern most portions of the property at 1202-1212 N. Main Street from R-3 Limited General Residence District to B-2 Community Shopping District.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: That an ordinance be created and a public hearing be scheduled. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0241
| A | 50. | 9th District Alderman requesting to discuss concerns regarding the expired City contract with P.A.M., the firm which handles parking ticket collections. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 7th & 9th District Aldermen requesting to discuss concerns regarding the expired City contract with P.A.M., the firm which handles parking ticket collections.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: The item be referred to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the item be referred to the Committee of the Whole and returned to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee, with their recommendation.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 06-17-07: That staff enter into negotiations with Duncan Solutions (aka Professional Account Management) for a new 2 year contract, and report back to the Finance & Personnel Committee and the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 5-year contract with Citation Management, also known as Professional Account Management LLC, for the processing of parking citation collection and an eva | Referred | |
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07-0332
| A | 51. | Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments to the following Boards:
Board of Health
Appoint Maria Morales, 952 N. Memorial Drive, to fill an unexpired term (Rosa Salinas-Hultman) ending in April 2008.
Stationary Engineers Examining Board
Appoint Tim Hogan, 821 Stuart Road (replacing Tom Vakos), to fill an unexpired term ending in April 2008. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0119
| B | 52. | Laboratory Recommendation | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Board of Health stating their opposition to the closure of the laboratory.
Recommendation: The Health Department be authorized to hire those Laboratory Technicians and Medical Technicians which are in the budget. It is the sense of the Board of Health that it would be ill-advised to attempt to run the laboratory with insufficient staff.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 3/13/2007: To receive and file the communication.
Fiscal Note: 0.5 FTE Medical Technician and 1.0 FTE Laboratory Technician are budgeted through the end of 2007. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0120
| A | 53. | Family Smart/Kid Friendly | Communication | Subject: A communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an amended contract with the United Way of Racine County, Inc. for the Family Smart/Kid Friendly program in the amount of $29,471.50. The original contract (resolution number 6806) covered the period January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006. The amended contract covers the period through June 30, 2007.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2-12-07: To accept funds and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an amended contract with the United Way of Racine County, Inc. for the Family Smart/Kid Friendly program (original City Grant Control Number 2005-052) in the amount of $29,471.50 and extend the contract through June 30, 2007.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 3/13/2007: To accept funds and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an amended contract with the United Way of Racine County, Inc. for the Family Smart/Kid Friendly program (original City Grant Control Number 2005-052).
| Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0122
| A | 54. | Teen Parenting Support | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the United Way of Racine County, Inc. in the amount of $68,000 for the Teen Parenting Support program. It is a joint application with the Mount Pleasant/Caledonia and Western Racine County Health Departments. The contract period is July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008.
The Grant Control number is 2007-004.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2-12-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to apply for funding in the amount of $68,000 from United Way of Racine County for the Teen Parenting Support Program (City Grant Control Number 2007-004).
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 3/13/2007: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to apply for funding from United Way of Racine County for the Teen Parenting Support Program.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required by the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0199
| A | 55. | Root-Pike Watershed | Communication | Subject: A communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-26-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator apply for a grant up to $10,000 from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-005) to be utilized for research to determine the baseline water quality level of the Root River.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 3/13/2007: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for a grant from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network to be utilized for research to determine the baseline water quality level of the Root River.
Fiscal Note: $5,045.20 soft match will be covered by the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0111
| A | 56. | The Racine Area Soap Box Derby requesting the closing of Hoffert Dr at North Beach. Dates in May, June and July of 2007 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Derby Director of the Racine Area Soap Box Derby requesting the closing of Hoffert Dr at North Beach on May 12-13, June 16-17 and September 8-9, 2007.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Racine Area Soap Box Derby to use Hoffert Drive for rallies on Saturday and Sunday May 12-13, 2007, Saturday and Sunday, June 16-17, 2007 and Saturday and Sunday, September 8-9, 2007, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. The set up and dismantling of barricades, snow fencing and placement of waste barrels will be the responsibility of the Soap Box Derby Association and must be erected no sooner than 24 hours prior to the event and must be removed no later than 24 hours after the event;
D. Any overtime costs and/or equipment and material loss will be charged to the Soap Box Derby Association;
E. The sponsor shall notify all residents on Michigan Boulevard and residents in the 200 blocks of Kewaunee Street, St. Patrick Street, High Street and Eng | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0127
| A | 57. | Temporary erection of a prototype wind power machine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Adam Fuller requesting a hearing before the appropriate committee regarding the temporary erection of a prototype wind power machine.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 2-14-07: that the request be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 3-14-07: that the request be received and filed. Further it is recommended to the Mayor and Common Council that the prototype be placed at Olson Industrial Park.
Fiscal note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0256
| A | 58. | Fouth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of 4th Fest of Greater Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): Permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain city streets on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to hold the 2007 Independence Day Parade.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 7:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and both the Main Street and State Street Bridges on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 9:05 p.m. to 10:40 p.m., for the Fourth Fest activities.
Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close Goold Street, Yout Street, English Street, High Street, St. Patrick St | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0268
| A | 59. | Lighthouse Run | Communication | Subject: Item 14 of March 7, 2006, communication from the YMCA requesting to use city right-of-way and Monument Square on June 16, 2007 for the 29th annual Lighthouse Run.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): 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 16, 2007, 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 Satu | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0235
| A | 60. | Group Re-Designation of Racine Landmarks. | Communication | Subject: Group Re-Designation of Racine Landmarks.
Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation on March 8, 2007: That an ordinance be created to add to Chapter 58 of the Municipal Code provisions for the re-designation of landmarks designated prior to January 1, 2006.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0265
| A | 61. | designate the 1100 block of Lake Avenue as a historic district. | Communication | Subject: Request to designate the 1100 block of Lake Avenue as a historic district.
Recommendation of Landmarks Preservation Commission on March 8, 2007: That the nomination process commence.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.07-0108
| A | 62. | Final Payment Monument Square Site and Landscaping Improvement | Resolution | Final Payment Monument Square Site and Landscaping Improvement
Resolved, that final payment on Contract 27-05 (K5-034), Monument Square Site and Landscaping Improvement, be approved in the amount of $5,000.00 for a total contract amount of $1,230,070.25.
Fiscal Note: Funds in the amount of $5,000.00 be appropriated from account 985.700.5050. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0109
| A | 63. | Waive formal bidding for purchase of Smart Board | Resolution | Waive formal bidding for purchase of Smart Board
Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smart Technologies for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is estimated at $9,999 and funds are available in Account 211.000.5950. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0110
| A | 64. | Donation to Fire Department | Resolution | Donation to Fire Department
Resolved, that the Fire Chief be authorized and directed to accept a donation of stock certificates which are valued at approximately $25,000, to be used for the purchase of four Thermo Imaging Cameras for the Racine Fire Department, and that the Finance Director be authorized and directed to set up the necessary accounts to facilitate this donation.
Fiscal Note: The donation is to be placed in Account 711.000.5950. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0111
| A | 65. | Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church Annual Festival | Resolution | Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church Annual Festival
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 28 and 29, 2007, 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 | |
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Res.07-0112
| A | 66. | Pentecost Lutheran Church Event | Resolution | Pentecost Lutheran Church Event
Resolved, that Pentecost Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Jerome Boulevard, between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue, for an event on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., 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 to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0113
| A | 67. | Fourth Fest of Great Racine 4th of July Parade | Resolution | Fourth Fest of Greater Racine 4th of July Parade
Resolved, that permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain city streets on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to hold the 2007 Independence Day Parade.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 7:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and both the Main Street and State Street Bridges on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 9:05 p.m. to 10:40 p.m., for the Fourth Fest activities.
Further resolved, that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close Goold Street, Yout Street, English Street, High Street, St. Patrick Street, Kewaunee Street, and Barker Street, from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard; Michigan Boulevard, from Goold Street to Hamilton Street; Chatham Street, from north of Yout Street to Hamilton Street; an | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0114
| A | 68. | Lighthouse Run Event | Resolution | Lighthouse Run Event
Resolved, that 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 16, 2007, 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 resolved, 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 16, 2007 to satisfy the needs of this run.
Further resolved, that this permission is granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liabil | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0115
| A | 69. | Contract for Curb and Gutter Repair | Resolution | Contract for Curb and Gutter Repair
Resolved, that Contract 16-07 (K7-019), Curb and Gutter Repair, CDBG, be awarded to D.C. Burbach, Inc., at its bid price of $99,925.40, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 897.030.5510, Replacement Curb & Gutter C.D.B.G.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0116
| A | 70. | Final Payment 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections | Resolution | Final Payment 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections
Resolved, that the work done by Green Bay Pipe & TV, under Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $369,698.09, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6918, dated March 7, 2006. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0117
| A | 71. | Agreement for professional services for tuckpointing City Hall Annex | Resolution | Agreement for professional services for tuckpointing City Hall Annex
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., Brookfield, WI, to provide professional services for tuckpointing at the City Hall Annex at a not-to-exceed cost of $4,000.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.200.5010, Annex - Tuckpointing.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0118
| A | 72. | Professional services agreement with Earth Tech for design of photovoltaic electrical generating system | Resolution | Professional services agreement with Earth Tech for design of photovoltaic electrical generating system
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc., Sheboygan, WI, to provide professional services for the design of a photovoltaic electrical generating system for the City Hall Annex at a not-to-exceed cost of $17,500.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.200.5020, Annex - Solar Electric Generating System.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0119
| A | 73. | Professional services agreement with Earth Tech for 2007 Illicit Discharge Detection Program | Resolution | Professional services agreement with Earth Tech for 2007 Illicit Discharge Detection Program
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc., Sheboygan, WI, to provide professional services for the 2007 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program at a not-to-exceed cost of $49,500.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.000.5330, Monitoring Detection Enforcement.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0120
| A | 74. | Permission to install monitoring well Stannard Street | Resolution | Permission to install monitoring well Stannard Street
Resolved, that permission be granted to K. Singh & Associates, Inc. to install one (1) monitoring well within the Stannard Street right-of-way near 620 Stannard Street, provided that a permit is secured through the Engineering Department and an agreement executed in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0425, Privileges in Streets, and further provided that this construction will be performed so as not to create a hazard for pedestrian or vehicular traffic, and that any monitoring wells will be abandoned in accordance with Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 112 and NR 141.25.
Further resolved, that K. Singh & Associates, Inc. be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs and costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Further resolved, that the property owner provide the City Attorney’s office with a legal description of the location of the monitoring well within the street right-of-way.
Fiscal Note: In addition, the required Street Opening Permit will generate an additional $125.00 | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0121
| A | 75. | Final payment for 2006 Racine CCTV and Manhole Repairs Professional Services Agreement | Resolution | Final payment for 2006 Racine CCTV and Manhole Repairs Professional Services Agreement
Resolved, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 61-05 (K5-070), Professional Services - 2006 Racine CCTV and Manhole Repairs, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $126,575.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6717, dated October 18, 2005. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0122
| A | 76. | Agreement with ATM Financial for ATM Machines | Resolution | Agreement with ATM Financial for ATM Machines
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a one year agreement with ATM Financial to install one (1) ATM machine in City Hall and one (1) ATM machine in the Safety Building with the following stipulations:
1. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
2. That ATM Financial pay the initial cost for installation of the electrical lines and phone lines.
3. That ATM Financial pay to the City of Racine the greater value of the monthly phone charge and cost of electrical or a $0.50 transaction fee applied to all transactions above 300 per month.
4. That the locations be acceptable to the Department of Public Works.
5. That anchors for the machine not be placed in any decorative floor.
Fiscal Note: N/A at this time. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0123
| A | 77. | Soap Box Derby Event | Resolution | Soap Box Derby Event
Resolved, that the Racine Soap Box Derby be charged $101 per event for a total of $303 for closing of streets during their event on May 11, 12 and 13, June 15 and 16, and September 7, 8 and 9, 2007.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0124
| A | 78. | Por La Gente Association Event at Chavez Community Center | Resolution | Por La Gente Association Event at Chavez Community Center
Resolved, that Por La Gente Association be granted permission to use the Chavez Community Center at a reduced fee of half of the standard hourly rate for their basketball invitational tournament.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0125
| A | 79. | Waive formal bidding procedures for purchase of digital voice logging system | Resolution | Waive formal bidding procedures for purchase of digital voice logging system
Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Word Systems, Inc., for the purchase of a digital voice logging system.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this item is available in 2007 Capital Improvement Budget. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0126
| A | 80. | Settlement in Kong Enterprises LLC v City of Racine Circuit Court Case | Resolution | Settlement in Kong Enterprises LLC v City of Racine Circuit Court Case
Resolved, that Racine County Circuit Court Case No. 06-CV-1206, Kong Enterprises LLC v. City of Racine, be settled in the amount of $13,515.00, which represents 50% of the cleanup and connection expenses.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this settlement is available in Account 101.990.5910. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0127
| A | 81. | Brownfields Grant Agreement for Thompson Building | Resolution | Brownfields Grant Agreement for Thompson Building
Resolved, that the City of Racine be authorized and directed to accept a Brownfields Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Commerce for the Thompson Building Redevelopment in the amount of $60,300.00, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the grant agreement.
Fiscal Note: The required match will be provided from TID No. 12. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0128
| A | 82. | Transfer of funds for laboratory services | Resolution | Transfer of funds for laboratory services
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to transfer $20,000 from Salaries, Account 101.490.5010, to Professional Services, Account 101.490.5610.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds for this transfer. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0129
| A | 83. | Transfer of funds in Building Complex Internal Service Fund | Resolution | Transfer of funds in Building Complex Internal Service Fund
Resolved, that the Finance Director be granted permission to transfer sufficient funds to cover operating shortfalls in the Building Complex Internal Service Fund in the amount of $330,000.
Fiscal Note: Funding for these transfers is available in Account No. 101.990.5970. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0130
| A | 84. | Accept funding and sign amended contract with United Way of Racine | Resolution | Accept funding and sign amended contract with United Way of Racine
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be authorized and directed to accept funding and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign an amended contract with the United Way of Racine County, Inc. for the Family Smart/Kid Friendly program (original City Grant Control Number 2005-052) in the amount of $29,471.50 and extend the contract through June 30, 2007.
Fiscal Note: No match is required by the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0131
| A | 85. | Permission to apply for Grant from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network | Resolution | Permission to apply for Grant from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for a grant up to $10,000 from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-005) to be utilized for research to determine the baseline water quality level of the Root River.
Fiscal Note: $5045.20 soft match will be covered by the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0132
| A | 86. | Regional Transportation Plan 2035 | Resolution | Regional Transportation Plan 2035
Resolved, that Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission Planning Report No. 49, titled “A Regional Transportation System Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035”, be used as a reference document in the conduct of transportation system planning for the City Of Racine.
Further resolved, that the Common Council hereby endorses the Regional Transportation System Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035, as adopted by the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission and as set forth in Planning Report No. 49, as a guide for regional and community development.
Further resolved, that the City Clerk is authorized and directed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0133
| A | 87. | Conditional Use Permit for 3344 Douglas Avenue | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 3344 Douglas Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Kelly Richardson seeking a conditional use permit for the storage of two cargo vans at 3344 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received February 28, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on March 14, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Department.
c. That the vehicles stored be limited to two (2) one-ton cargo vans, stored indoors when not in use.
d. That this facility shall not operate as a freight storage warehouse.
e. That all trash and recyclables be kept in closed containers and stored in the building until pick up.
f. That if a sign is installed, that it be professionally made, comply with zoning ordinance requirements, and be approved by the Director of City Development.
g. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
h. That no minor changes be made from the conditions o | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0134
| A | 88. | Conditional Use Permit for 3131 Taylor Avenue, Building #5 | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 3131 Taylor Avenue, Building #5
Resolved, that the request by Genesis Behavioral Services, Inc. for a conditional use permit for a community based residential facility for women at 3131 Taylor Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received January 10, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on February 28, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That this residential facility be confined to Building #5 of the campus, and that no more than twelve residents be permitted to occupy Building #5.
d. That the facility be professionally staffed 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
e. That all staff and visitor parking be contained on site.
f. That no resident shall be allowed to have personal vehicles on site during their treatment stay.
g. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and screened from view.
h. That, if a sign is installed, | Adopted | Pass |
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ZOrd.0002-07
| A | 89. | An Ordinance
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine. | Zoning Ordinance | An Ordinance
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the parcel of property located at 1218 N. Main Street, and more particularly described as follows:
"Lot 5 and the North 3 feet of Lot 6 of Block 53 of the Original Plat of Racine, located in Section 9, Township 3 North, Range 23 East. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin"
be rezoned to "B-2" Community Shopping District from "R-3" Limited General Residence Districts, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance.
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council
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Approved ______________
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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Ord.07-07
| A | 90. | Ordinance No. 7-07
To amend Secs. 58-63(a), 58-64(a) and create Sec. 58-66 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Historic Preservation. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 7-07
To amend Secs. 58-63(a), 58-64(a) and create Sec. 58-66 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Historic Preservation.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 58-63(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end of the paragraph: "unless the landmark or landmark site is re-designated in accordance with section 58-66."
Part 2:
Sec. 58-64(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end of the paragraph: "unless the landmark or landmark site is re-designated in accordance with section 58-66."
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Sec. 58-66 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
"Sec. 58-66. Procedure for re-designation of landmarks designated prior to January 1, 2006.
(a) The designation of properties as landmarks or landmark sites prior to January 1, 2006, shall substitute for the procedure set forth in subsections 58-62 (a) - (d).
(b) Prior to reco | Referred | |
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