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07-0660
| A | 1. | Requesting permission to accept a grant from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network, Grant Control No. 2007-029 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner Public Works/Engineering requesting permission to accept a grant from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network, Grant Control No. 2007-029.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: Item to be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0746
| A | 2. | Attorney Professional Services Budget funding request | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the 2007 Budget, account 101.160.5610, Professional Services.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: Permission granted to transfer $50,000 from account 101.990.5970, Contingency to cover account 101.160.5610, Professional Services.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for the transfer. | Referred | |
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07-0760
| A | 3. | Teen Parenting Support Program | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the United Way of Racine County, Inc. (Grant Control #2007-004)
Also refer to the Board of Health.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $50,000 agreement with the United Way of Racine County (Grant Control No. 2007-004) to be utilized for the Teen Parent Support Program.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-20-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $50,000 agreement with the United Way of Racine County to be utilized for the Teen Parent Support Program.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. The City will act as the fiscal agent for other entities. The City's portion will be $29,800. | Referred | |
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07-0760
| A | | Teen Parenting Support Program | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the United Way of Racine County, Inc. (Grant Control #2007-004)
Also refer to the Board of Health.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $50,000 agreement with the United Way of Racine County (Grant Control No. 2007-004) to be utilized for the Teen Parent Support Program.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-20-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $50,000 agreement with the United Way of Racine County to be utilized for the Teen Parent Support Program.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. The City will act as the fiscal agent for other entities. The City's portion will be $29,800. | Referred | |
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07-0762
| A | 4. | DNR Real-Time Beach Monitoring | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Department of Natural Resources. (Grant Control #2006-048)
Also refer to the Board of Health
Staff recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,127 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2006-048) to be utilized for conducting bacterial indicator sampling for beach closures for public health concerns.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,137 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to be utilized for conducting bacterial indicator sampling for beach closures for public health concerns.
Fiscal Note: A $46,282 soft match is required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-0762
| A | | DNR Real-Time Beach Monitoring | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Department of Natural Resources. (Grant Control #2006-048)
Also refer to the Board of Health
Staff recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,127 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2006-048) to be utilized for conducting bacterial indicator sampling for beach closures for public health concerns.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 07-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $20,137 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to be utilized for conducting bacterial indicator sampling for beach closures for public health concerns.
Fiscal Note: A $46,282 soft match is required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-0773
| A | 5. | claim of Barbara Thompson | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Barbara Thompson for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: The claim of Barbara Thompson, of 1737 Howe Street, be settled in the amount of $17,000 for injuries and damages arising from an auto accident on June 14, 2005 with a DPW vehicle.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101.990.5910, Judgment and Claims. | Referred | |
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07-0794
| A | 6. | Discuss bond issue to cover the 2007 Capital Projects | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of the Finance Department requesting to discuss the bond issue to cover the 2007 Capital Projects.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: Authorization be granted to borrow sufficient funds to cover the 2007 Capital Improvement Projects.
Fiscal Note: Note Anticipation Notes issuance of approximately $7,500,000 for 2007 CIP. Final debt amount will be determined by market conditions and total issuance costs. | Referred | |
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07-0750
| A | 7. | Henry & Wanda's request to close Park Avenue on August 18, 2007 for the Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Henry & Wanda's to close Park Avenue between 6th Street and 7th Street on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 9 a.m. to midnight, for the Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally.
Recommendation: That Henry & Wanda’s be granted permission to close Park Avenue from 6th Street to 7th Street on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 12 midnight for the Wisconsin Harley Owners Group Rally.
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. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way.
F. 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 | Referred | |
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07-0752
| A | 8. | Storm sewer easement for the Reservoir Park project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a storm sewer easement for the Reservoir Park project.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an easement agreement for the installation of a storm sewer on the property commonly known as 4513 Durand Avenue, Tax No. 151 0323 30007000.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Referred | |
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07-0754
| A | 9. | Spirit of Racine Triathlon request to use city right-of-way. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Sales/Marketing Director of the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau requesting permission to use city right-of-way on July 22, 2007, for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon.
Recommendation: The Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau and HFP Racing be granted permission to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets as indicated on their race map, for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon to be held on Saturday, July 21, 2007, from 3:00 a.m. to noon, and on Sunday, July 22, 2007, from 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.,
Barker Street from Main Street to its terminus with Lake Michigan,
Goold Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Augusta Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Wolff Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
William Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Lombard Avenue from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard,
Lakecrest Drive from Main Street to Michigan Boulelvard;
with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate | Referred | |
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07-0766
| A | 10. | Pave Victorian Drive from Emstan Hills Road to Maryland Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer wishing to discuss the paving of Victorian Drive from Emstan Hills Road to Maryland Avenue with portland cement concrete.
Recommendation: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of Victorian Drive from Emstan Hills Road to Maryland Avenue with portland cement concrete, and that the cost of the project be assessed to the abutting property owners.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Approval of the preliminary resolution only authorizes the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer to conduct a public hearing. | Referred | |
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07-0776
| A | 11. | Develop policy for sale of City owned properties. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for the City to develop a policy regarding the sale of City owned properties.
Recommendation: The City of Racine adopt the following policy for the sale of excess city property:
POLICY REGARDING THE SALE OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY
The sale of City owned property should be done through a process which is in the best long term interest of the taxpayer and which is conducted in a fair and consistent manner.
Therefore, the following guidelines should be followed whenever City owned property is to be sold.
1. That the parcel of land is declared excess land by the Common Council.
2. That a “Notice of Sale” be published in the official newspaper stipulating the last date by which offers will be accepted.
3. That the City Assessor provide an estimate of fair market value.
4. That all sales are as is. All environmental studies are paid for by the prospective purchaser of the land.
5. That the actual sale price be no less than the City Assessor’s estimate of fair market value, | Referred | |
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07-0786
| A | 12. | Big Fish Bash request to use turn-arounds at Festival Park for parking on July 19-22, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Executive Director of the Big Fish Bash requesting to use the turn-arounds at Festival Park for parking during the Big Fish Bash on July 19-22, 2007.
Recommendation: That Big Fish Bash be granted permission to close the turnarounds adjacent to Festival Park Drive and Christopher Columbus Causeway, on July 19-22, 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.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. Since only a partial street closing is involved, no special event fee will be charged. | Referred | |
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07-0790
| A | 13. | Racine Boat & RV show | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Recreational Leadership Co., LLC, requesting permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway for the Racine Boat & RV Show on August 6-12, 2007.
Recommendation: That Recreational Leadership Company, LLC be granted permission to close the Christopher Columbus Causeway, from Lake Avenue east to the water’s edge, from 8:00 a.m. on August 6, 2007 to 10:00 p.m. on August 12, 2007, for the Racine Boat & RV Show.
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 pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. | Referred | |
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07-0791
| A | 14. | Repave Lighthouse Drive | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting the repaving of Lighthouse Drive.
Recommendation: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of Queens Court from Lighthouse Drive to the dead end.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable street project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners. | Referred | |
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07-0797
| A | 15. | Request to use the parking lot at the Rooney Recreational Area in conjunction with an event on June 30, 2007 through July 2, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Catamaran Racing Association of Wisconsin requesting permission to use the parking lot at the Rooney Recreational Area in conjunction with an event on June 30, 2007 through July 2, 2007. | Adopted | |
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07-0755
| A | 16. | (Change of Agent) Application of Aldi's Inc. 3110 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (Change of Agent) Application of Aldi's Inc. 3110 Douglas Avenue, Lorelei Rasch, Agent, for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3110 Douglas Avenue. (7th District) | Referred | |
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07-0765
| A | 17. | Application of Taylor Mart | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Taylor Mart, Harinder Kaur, Agent for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage for 1813 Taylor Avenue. (3rd District) | Referred | |
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07-0775
| A | 18. | (New) Application of Better Day BP TTDH, Inc., Constantin Tousis, Agent for a Class "A" | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Better Day BP TTDH, Inc., Constantin Tousis, Agent for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License and Gasoline Station Owner/Managers license for 2100 Douglas Avenue. (5th District) | Referred | |
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07-0781
| A | 19. | Anything Goes Limousine, for a Public Passenger Vehicle Operator's Business License. | Communication | Subject: (Renewal)The application of Anything Goes Limousine, for a Public Passenger Vehicle Operator's Business License. | Referred | |
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07-0721
| A | 20. | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the April 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the April 2007 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban system.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0722
| A | 21. | Communicaton from John Mozol Jr., filing a complaint against a Belle Urban System driver for an incident on June 3, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from John Mozol Jr., filing a complaint against a Belle Urban System driver for an incident on June 3, 2007.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0723
| A | 22. | Authorization to apply for FTA grants | Communication | Subject: Authorization for the Mayor and/or designee to execute and file applications for Federal assistance on behalf of the City of Racine with the Federal Transit Administration for Federal assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. chapter 53, Title 23, United States Code, or other Federal statutes authorizing projects administered by the Federal Transit Administration.
Recommendation: The resolution be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0730
| A | 23. | Communication from Keith Haas, General Manager of RWU, seeking permission to place two or three dewatering locations in the parking lot west of the underground tank in west Racine, between Grove Avenue and Hayes Avenue, south of Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Keith Haas, General Manager of RWU, seeking permission to place two or three dewatering locations in the parking lot west of the underground tank in west Racine, between Grove Avenue and Hayes Avenue, south of Washington Avenue.
Recommendation: The request be approved subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0788
| A | 24. | Mayor Gary Becker requesting the rental of the College Avenue parking lot to the county. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Gary Becker wishing to discuss the rental of the Park/Villa Street Parking Lot (720 Park Ave) to the County.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to rent parking spaces in the Park/Villa Parking Lot Monday - Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., at a rate of $29 per space per month.
Fiscal Note: The rental will generate $29 per space per month for the Parking System. | Referred | |
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07-0731
| A | 25. | WI DNR request for the reclassification of flood-fringe to flood-storage as it relates to the Pike Creek basin and the Sorenson Creek basin. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources requesting the reclassification of flood-fringe to flood-storage as it relates to the Pike Creek basin and the Sorenson Creek basin.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-27-07: That a letter of understanding be forwarded to the Village of Mt. Pleasant and the Wisconsin DNR, and that an ordinance be prepared.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2773
| A | 26. | Requesting the City have an appraisal and preserving the City owned Civl War Cannon located at Mound Cemetery. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District submitting a communication on behalf of Sharon Baldukas, President of the Cemetery Commission, requesting the City to have an appraisal and preserve the City-owned Civil War cannon located at Mound Cemetery.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: The Purchasing Agent be directed to investigate appraisal service cost, to include Mr. Wayne E. Stark and any others, for the two Civil War cannons located at Mound Cemetery and West Racine and to report back to the Finance & Personnel Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 01-22-07: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2-12-07: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0658
| A | 27. | claim of Joel & Pamela Durfey | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Joel Durfey and Pamela Durfey for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-11-07: The claim of Joel and Pamela Durfey, 3718 Kinzie Ave, be settled in the amount of $16,877.60, for a broken wye connection.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910 Judgement and Claims. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0659
| A | 28. | claim of Pedro Jones | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Pedro Jones for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The claim of Pedro Jones, 2701 Rapids Drive, requesting a $50,000.00 reimbursement arising out of his slip and fall in the parking lot at Humble Park on January 23, 2006, be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0661
| A | 29. | claim of Timothy Hart | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Timothy Hart for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The claim of Timothy Hart, 2017 Deane Blvd, be settled in the amount of $12,913.87, for a broken wye connection.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgement and Claims for payment. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0697
| A | 30. | claim of Rachel Sanchez | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Rachel Sanchez for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: The claim of Rachel Sanchez, 1915 Slauson Ave, be settled in the amount of $8,628.21 for a broken wye connection.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgement and Claims for payment. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0707
| A | 31. | Phase I of Heating and Ventilating System Upgrade at Station 8 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to discuss and proceed with Phase I of the Heating and Ventilating System upgrade to Fire Station 8.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Johnson Controls for Phase I of the heating and ventilating upgrade at Station #8.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Purchasing Agent be granted permission to enter into a contract with Johnson Controls for Phase I of the heating and ventilating upgrade at Station #8.
Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Account 987.300.5010. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0709
| A | 32. | Judgment & Claims funding | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the Judgment & Claims Account, #101.990.5910.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for the Finance Department to transfer $100,000 from Contingency (101.990.5970) to cover Judgment & Claims expenditures for the remainder of 2007.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 101.990.5970. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0628
| A | 33. | Install new sidewalk at 2908 Indiana St. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer recommending that new sidewalk be installed at 2908 Indiana Street and the costs charged to the abutting property owner in accordance with City policy.
Recommendation: That consideration be given to the construction of a sidewalk at 2908 Indiana Street and that a preliminary resolution be introduced.
Fiscal Note: The cost of this sidewalk would be assessed to the abutting property owner. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0656
| A | 34. | West Racine Business and Professional Association request to use public right-of-way for the Western Day parade on Saturday, July 21, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the West Racine Business and Professional Association requesting permission to use public right-of-way for the Western Days parade on Saturday, July 21, 2007.
Recommendation: That permission be granted to the West Racine Business and Professional Association to close the following streets:
Washington Avenue (STH "20") between West Lawn Avenue and West Boulevard on Saturday, July 21, 2007, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the annual Western Day Parade, and Hayes Avenue, from Washington Avenue south to Infusino's driveway, for stationing the Stage on Wheels during Western Day, to be held Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, July 19, 20 and 21, 2007.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to the event;
C. 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 $550. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0662
| A | 35. | Final payment on Contract 53-05(K5-060), PS - Pritchard Park Pond Retrofit, 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 53-05(K5-060), PS - Pritchard Park Pond Retrofit, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 53-05 (K5-060), Professional Services - Pritchard Park Pond Retrofit, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $42,162.07, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6604, dated August 2, 2005. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0698
| A | 36. | Change Order No. 3 on Contract 10-06(K6-011), Chicory Road Reconstruction, Milwaukee General Construction, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 3 on Contract 10-06 (K6-011), Chicory Road Reconstruction, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 3 on Contract 10-06 (K6-011), Chicory Road Reconstruction, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $14,713.73.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0700
| A | 37. | Reorganization of DPW Facility Management Division. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee regarding a minor reorganization within the Department of Public Works, Facility Management Division.
Recommendation: That the reorganization plan for the Department of Public Works, Facility Management Division, be approved in concept and referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-25-07: Permission granted for the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer to: 1.) eliminate two long-seasonal employee positions and one student position for the 2008 year; 2.) shift the responsibility for maintaining the field operation facility to the Facility Manager, 3.) shift supervisory responsibility for the current Building Maintenance Worker HU-9 from the Equipment Maintenance Manager to the Building Complex Facility Manager, and 4.) to create a Building Maintenance Supervisor position at a NR-11 level with salary midpoint of $53,658.
Fiscal Note: This reorganization will have no impact | Referred | |
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07-0724
| A | 38. | Bid results on Contract 37-07 (K7-043), Railing Replacement at Safety Building and Memorial Hall. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 37-07 (K7-043), Railing Replacement at Safety Building and Memorial Hall.
Recommendation: Contract 37-07 (K7-043), Railing Replacement at Safety Building and Memorial Hall, be awarded to Bane Nelson, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their base bid price of $92,000.00, 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:
$34,600.00 - Account 986.300.5020, Fire Station 1 - Railing Replacement
$25,600.00 - Account 108.986.5510, Memorial Hall - Railing Replacement
$31,800.00 - Account 986.310.5050, Police Lockers
$92,000.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0729
| A | 39. | Proposal for Design Services for DeKoven Avenue and Hickory Grove Storm Sewer Project. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal for Design Services for DeKoven Avenue and Hickory Grove Storm Sewer Project.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc. to provide professional services for design of the new storm sewer on DeKoven Avenue, from Hickory Grove Avenue to Jay Eye See Avenue, at a price not-to-exceed $38,988.00.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0732
| A | 40. | Amendment No. 2 to Contract 12-06 (K6-013), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase I, ARC Architectural Group, LLC, consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 2 to Contract 12-06 (K6-013), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase I, ARC Architectural Group, LLC, consultant.
Recommendation: Amendment No. 2 on Contract 12-06 (K6-013), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase 1, ARC Architectural Group, consultant, as submitted , be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $6,260.00
Further recommends that funding for this amendment is available in the following accounts:
$2,000.00 - Account 986.300.5040, Fire Station No. 1-Female Locker Room
$4,260.00 - Account 986.310.5020, Safety Building, Police Office Relocation
$6,260.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0734
| A | 41. | Final payment on Contract 33-99 (K9-039), 1415 Hampden Place - Environmental Assessment Work, STS Consultants, Ltd., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 33-99 (K9-039), 1415 Hampden Place - Environmental Assessment Work, STS Consultants, Ltd., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by STS Consultants, Inc. under Contract 33-99 (K9-039), 1415 Hampden Place Environmental Assessment, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $39,609.23, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 2350, dated April 7, 1999. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0736
| A | 42. | Resolution 07-0246 of June 5, 2007 relating to street improvements. | Communication | Subject: Resolution 07-0246 of June 5, 2007 relating to street improvements.
Recommendation of 6-12-07: Resolution No. 07-0246, of June 5, 2007, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; Charles Street to Sixth Avenue
Alley - Shoreland Drive to North Street; Charles Street to Eighth Avenue.
Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; Charles Street to Eighth Avenue.
Alley - Shoreland Drive to North Street; Ninth Avenue to Eighth Avenue.
Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; Ninth Avenue to Eighth Avenue.
and, as amended , Resolution No. 07-0246, of June 5, 2007, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Funds will be appropriated in the 2008 C.I.P. for these alley improvements, and special assessments will be paid by the abutting property owners for the alley improvements.
Recommendation of 6-26-07: That Resolution No. 07-0246, of June 5, 2007, be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-0740
| A | 43. | Amendment No. 1 to Contract 5-07 (K7-005), Repairs to Main Street Bridge, Zenith Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 5-07 (K7-005), Repairs to Main Street Bridge, Zenith Tech, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Amendment No. 1 on Contract 5-07 (K7-005), Repairs to Main Street Bridge, Zenith Tech, Inc., contractor, as submitted , be approved in the amount of $40,503.50.
Further recommends that funding for this amendment is available in Account 930.046.5860, Main Street Bridge Repairs.
Fiscal Note: The cost of these repairs is 100% reimbursable by the State of Wisconsin. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0741
| A | 44. | Final payment on Contract 5-07 (K7-005), Repairs to Main Street Bridge, Zenith Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 5-07 (K7-005), Repairs to Main Street Bridge, Zenith Tech, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: The work done by Zenith Tech, Inc., under Contract 5-07 (K7-005), Repairs to Main Street Bridge, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $200,503.50, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 06-7342, dated December 5, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0753
| A | 45. | 2nd Annual Derby Duck Race | Communication | Subject: Communication from River Bend Nature Center requesting that the sidewalk and one lane of the northbound traffic on the east side of the Main Street Bridge be blocked for the 2nd Annual River Bend Derby Duck Race on June 23, 2007.
Recommendation: The River Bend Nature Center be granted permission to close the sidewalk and one lane of the north bound traffic along the east side of the Main Street Bridge for the 2nd Annual River Bend Derby Duck Race which will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2007, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A certificate of liability be filed with the City Attorney’s office;
C. Department of Public Works staff review and approve the means and methods for placing the rubber ducks in the river so as to not damage the Main Street Bridge.
D. Sponsor shall be responsible for placement of all traffic control devices.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0567
| A | 46. | Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine License for Manuel Salinas, Agent, for 418 Sixth Street | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine License for Manuel Salinas, Agent, for 418 Sixth Street. (1st District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0582
| A | 47. | Secondhand Jewelry Dealer, and Secondhand Article Dealer's license for 2501 Douglas Avenu | Communication | Subject: (NEW) Application of Belle City Discount for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer, and Secondhand Article Dealer's license for 2501 Douglas Avenue(5th District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0622
| A | 48. | Renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0623
| A | 49. | Renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0624
| A | 50. | Rrenewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0625
| A | 51. | Renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0626
| A | 52. | Renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0627
| A | 53. | Renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License with Sidewalk Cafe for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License with Sidewalk Cafe for 2007-2008: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0630
| A | 54. | WHOLESALE License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal applications for the WHOLESALE License for 2007-2008:
Domanik Sales Company 2300 South Street
Robert Domanik, Agent | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0655
| A | 55. | Renewal application(s) for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 2007-2008: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0686
| A | 56. | Renewals for Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2007-2008:
Public Golf Associates, LTD. 6200 Northwestern Avenue
Scott A. Schuit, Agent | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0687
| A | 57. | Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. D.O.J. COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Grant (Grant Control #2007-031). | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 grant (Grant Control #2007-031).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Police Chief Wahlen to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-031), in the amount of $1,000,000.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-031), in the amount of $1,000,000.
Fiscal Note: Total project costs of $2,000,000. 50% hard match to be funded by the Racine Unfied School District. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0688
| A | 58. | Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant (Grant Control # 2007-032).
(Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant (Grant Control # 2007-032).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Chief Wahlen to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant. (Grant Control #207-032) in an amount not to exceed $250,000.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-032) in an amount not to exceed $250,000.
Fiscal Note: 25% hard match to be funded by Federal Asset Forfieture Funds (Fund 241) in an amount not to exceed $62,500. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0689
| A | 59. | Communication from Police Chief Wahlen to apply for, and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding (Grant Control # 2007-033).
(Also refer to Pub | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen to apply for, and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding (Grant Control # 2007-033).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: Permission granted for Chief Wahlen to apply for and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2007-033) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for and accept, the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2007-033) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement.
Fiscal Note: No match is required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0691
| A | 60. | Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control # 2006-056).
(Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control # 2007-056).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: That Police Chief Wahlen apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control #2007-056) in the amount of $150,000.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: Police Chief Wahlen be granted permission to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control #2007-056) in the amount of $150,000.
Fiscal Note: $150,000 Grant; 10% hard match to be funded. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0692
| A | 61. | Chartroom "Charlie's", Donna Daams, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license for 209 Dodge Street. (4th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Chartroom "Charlie's", Donna Daams, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license for 209 Dodge Street. (4th District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0706
| A | 62. | Fire Chief Requests Permission to Waive Formal Bidding and Authorize Purchasing Agent to Negotiate Lease with Phillips for ALS Monitors and Defibrillators | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to waive formal bidding and authorize the Purchasing Agent to negotiate and reach an agreement with Philips Medical Systems on the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors, and 10 Philips FRx Automated External Defibrillators for the Fire Department.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-07: That formal bidding be waived for the purchase of 10 Philips FRx Automated Exernal Defibrillators for the Fire Department; and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and enter into a contract with Philips Medical Systems for the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: The Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and enter into a contract with Philips Medical Systems for the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors, and 10 Philips FRx Automated External Defibrillators for the Fire Department.
Fiscal Note: $25,000 (Life Support mon | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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07-0725
| A | 63. | Direct Referral, Bids for Contract 41-07 (K7-049) Dr. Bryant Window & Door Replacement | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral, Bids for Contract 41-07 (K7-049) Dr. Bryant Window & Door Replacement
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 6-11-07: That the bid received from Lueck's, Inc. for contract 41-07 (K7-049), Dr. Bryant Window & Door Replacement, be accepted in the base bid amount of $104,592.00 plus Alternate No. 1 in the amount of $13,365.00, for a fotal contract amount of $117,957.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account #987-680-5010, Bryant Windows. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0756
| A | 64. | Ordinance No. 12-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 12-07
To amend Chapter 5 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Hours of Operation of Convenience Stores and Gas Station/Auto Repair Facilities.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committe of 6-11-07: That the ordinance be adopted as amended.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0690
| A | 65. | (Renewal) Frank Fani, Partner n Design for a Massage Establishment Permit for 506 Goold Street ( 5th District). | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) (Renewal) The appliation of Frank Fani, Partner n Design for a Massage Establishment Permit for 506 Goold Street ( 5th District). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0757
| A | 66. | Renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008: | Communication | Subject: Renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:
Rosie H. Carothers - 1333 Douglas Avenue | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0758
| A | 67. | Renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:
Mr. Koo's Sports Bar - 1330 Washington Avenue | Communication | Subject: Renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:
Mr. Kool's Sports Bar, LLC - 1330 Washington Avenue | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0759
| A | 68. | Renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:
Rogene Marie Katt - 1328 Superior Street | Communication | Subject: Renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:
Rogene Marie Katt - 1328 Superior Street | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0761
| A | 69. | Renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:
Jack J. Moreno -3620 Northwestern Avenue | Communication | Subject: Renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2007-2008:
Jack J. Moreno - 3620 Northwestern Avenue | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2167
| A | 70. | Vacation of Reichert Court. | Communication | Subject: Vacation of Reichert Court.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 05-29-2007: Since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to its eastern most terminus.
Further recommends that a preliminary resolution be introduced to the Common Council and referred to the City Plan Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 05-30-2007: That since the public interest requires it and since the proposed vacation is consistent with adopted city plans and programs, that the following public way, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to the eastern terminus of Reichert Court.
Further recommends that a resolution be introduced and a public hearing be scheduled pursuant to sec. 66.1003 (4)(b), Wis. Stats.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0737
| A | 71. | Request by Dorothy Metz for Conditional use permit for private storage at 2220 Lathrop Avenue. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Dorothy Metz for Conditional use permit for private storage at 2220 Lathrop Avenue.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-13-07: That the request by Dorothy Metz seeking to utilize the property at 2220 Lathrop Avenue as a private equipment, documents, and supplies storage facility in support of her Lathrop Avenue and Racine area restaurant operations be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received, May 29, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on June 13, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That this permit is for an accessory use located within 120 feet of a primary use, all being under the same ownership and serving the same use.
c. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
d. That the maximum hours for activities at the site be from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with no hours on Sunday.
e. That the following shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0738
| A | 72. | Request from DCD seeking to RZ 1300 (odd) block of Washington Avenue from B-3 TO B-2. | Zoning Item | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request from Director of City Development seeking to RZ 1300 (odd) block of Washington Avenue from B-3 TO B-2.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-13-07: That an ordinance be created and a public hearing scheduled before the Common Council.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0739
| A | 73. | CUP - Michelle Lanoi at 3744 Douglas Avenue. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request from Michelle Lanoi of Community Pathways seeking conditional use permit for a community based residential facility at 3744 Douglas Avenue.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-13-07: That this item be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0379
| A | 74. | Request of the Racine YWCA for local Option funds for the Training, Inc. program. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Racine YWCA for Local Option funds for the Training, Inc. program.
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: To allocate $25,000 from the Local Option Fund to the Racine YWCA for the Training, Inc. program subject to the YWCA's receiving the other sources of funds identified in their funding request.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0568
| A | 75. | Racine Community Outpost requesting to discuss funding to relocate two of the Racine Police Department community policing houses. | Communication | Subject: Communication from David Voss, President of the Racine Community Outpost, requesting to discuss funding to relocate two of the Racine Police Department Community Policing houses.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: The item be received and filed.
Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 5-21-07: That the item be referred to the Community Development Committee and come back to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee with the results.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: To allocate $70,000 from the Local Option Fund to Racine Community Outpost for the purchase of 1146 Villa Street for a Racine Police Department community policing house.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0699
| A | 76. | CDCBG for maintenance & disposition of former Southside Revitalization Corp. properties | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting an allocation of Community Development Block Grant funds for maintenance and disposition of the former Southside Revitalization Corporation properties.
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: To allocate $47,000 from the Local Option Fund to the Department of City Development for expenses associated with acquiring the real estate assets of the Southside Revitalization Corporation.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0703
| A | 77. | Block Grant Funds acquisition & rehabilitation of properties in Uptown area. | Communication | Subject: Request for a grant of Local Option Block Grant funds for the acquisition and rehabilitation of commercial properties in the Uptown area.
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: To allocate $120,000 from the Local Option Fund to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to acquire and rehabilitate 1526 Washington Avenue subject to the participation of the Racine Development Group and the City of Racine in the project.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0704
| A | 78. | Block Grant funds for the marketing of an Artist Relocation Program | Communication | Subject: Request for a grant of Local Option Block Grant funds for the marketing of an Artist Relocation Program.
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: To allocate $50,000 from the Local Option Fund to the Racine County Economic Development Corporation for marketing the artist relocation program.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0751
| A | 79. | Communication from Project New Life requesting Local Option funds for a summer intern program. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Project New Life requesting Local Option funds for a summer intern program.
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: That this item be received and filed.
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-16-07: That this item be received and filed. | Referred | |
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07-0580
| A | 80. | Joint fire services between Racine, Mt. Pleasant, Caledonia and Sturtevant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the aldermen of the 1st, 5th, 13th and 14th Districts wishing to discuss expanding joint fire services between Racine, Mt. Pleasant, Caledonia and Sturtevant.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole of 06-05-2007: that the Mayor and Fire Chief contact the Villages of Mt. Pleasant, Caledonia and Sturtevant to discuss joint fire services and report back to the Common Council.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0777
| A | 81. | Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments to the following Committees and Commissions for the City of Racine.
Racine Sister City Planning Council:
Appoint Rachel Westergren, 1408 College Avenue, for a 3-year term ending in December 2010.
Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Session:
Appoint Alderman Aron Wisneski, (replacing Alderman Ray DeHahn), for a one-year term ending in May 2008.
Health and Sanitation Appeals Board:
Appoint Rachel Westergren, 1408 College Avenue, for a 3-year term ending in May 2010. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0024
| A | 83. | Request of the Alderman of the Seventh District to meet with the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to request to change the name of Cheska Park to Vidian/Cheska Park. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Alderman of the Seventh District to meet with the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to request to change the name of Cheska Park to Vidian/Cheska Park.
Staff recommendation: No recommendation at this time.
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 6-13-07: that the request be approved.
Fiscal note: $200.00 for signage | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0569
| A | 84. | loan of 2 Civil War cannon barrels to Kenosha Public Museum | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor of the City of Kenosha requesting a long-term loan of two Civil War cannon barrels to the Kenosha Public Museums for display with the Civil War Museum of the Upper Middle West.
The item has been referred to the Board of Parks & Recreation & Cultural Services and Landmark Preservation Commission.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06-11-07: The request from the Mayor of the City of Kenosha be denied and that the cannons remain in Racine.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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Res.07-0263
| A | 85. | Western Days Parade Stipulations | Resolution | Western Days Parade Stipulations
Resolved, that permission be granted to the West Racine Business and Professional Association to close the following streets for the Western Days parade on Saturday, July 21, 2007:
Washington Avenue (STH "20") between West Lawn Avenue and West Boulevard on Saturday, July 21, 2007, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the annual Western Day Parade, and Hayes Avenue, from Washington Avenue south to Infusino's driveway, for stationing the Stage on Wheels during Western Day, to be held Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, July 19, 20 and 21, 2007.
Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to the event;
C. 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 $550.00 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0264
| A | 86. | Preliminary -Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
Construction of Sidewalk at 2908 Indiana Street | Resolution | Preliminary -Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
Construction of Sidewalk at 2908 Indiana Street
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. 66.60(7), 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:
Sidewalk
1. 2908 Indiana Street
2. Said public improvement shall consist of Sidewalk Construction.
3. The total amount assessed against such property 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 said improvements.
4. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten (10) annual installments.
5. The Commissioner of Public Works is directed to prepare a report consisting of:
a. Preliminary or final plans and specifications for said improvement.
b. An estimate of | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0265
| A | 87. | Contract for Railing Replacement at Safety Building and Memorial Hall | Resolution | Contract for Railing Replacement at Safety Building and Memorial Hall
Resolved, that Contract 37-07 (K7-043), Railing Replacement at Safety Building and Memorial Hall, be awarded to Bane Nelson, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their base bid price of $92,000.00, 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:
$34,600.00 - Account 986.300.5020, Fire Station 1 - Railing Replacement
$25,600.00 - Account 108.986.5510, Memorial Hall - Railing Replacement
$31,800.00 - Account 986.310.5050, Police Lockers
$92,000.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0266
| A | 88. | Amendment to Contract for Repairs to Main Street Bridge | Resolution | Amendment to Contract for Repairs to Main Street Bridge
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 on Contract 5-07 (K7-005), Repairs to Main Street Bridge, Zenith Tech, Inc., contractor, as submitted , be approved in the amount of $40,503.50.
Further resolved, that funding for this amendment is available in Account 930.046.5860, Main Street Bridge Repairs.
Fiscal Note: The cost of these repairs is 100% reimbursable by the State of Wisconsin. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0267
| A | 89. | Final payment on Contract to Repairs to Main Street Bridge | Resolution | Final payment on Contract to Repairs to Main Street Bridge
Resolved, that the work done by Zenith Tech, Inc., under Contract 5-07 (K7-005), Repairs to Main Street Bridge, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $200,503.50, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 06-7342, dated December 5, 2006. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0268
| A | 90. | Final payment on Contract for Pritchard Park Pond Retrofit Professional Services | Resolution | Final payment on Contract for Pritchard Park Pond Retrofit Professional Services
Resolved, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 53-05 (K5-060), Professional Services - Pritchard Park Pond Retrofit, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $42,162.07, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6604, dated August 2, 2005. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0269
| A | 91. | Final Payment on Contract for 1415 Hampden Place Environmental Assessment Work | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract for 1415 Hampden Place Environmental Assessment Work
Resolved, that the professional services provided by STS Consultants, Inc. under Contract 33-99 (K9-039), 1415 Hampden Place Environmental Assessment, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $39,609.23, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 2350, dated April 7, 1999. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0270
| A | 92. | PECFA Reimbursement Check for 1415 Hampden Place | Resolution | PECFA Reimbursement Check for 1415 Hampden Place
Resolved, that the PECFA reimbursement check in the amount of $23,263.11, as submitted by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce, for reimbursement of a PECFA claim for 1415 Hampden Place, Contract 33-99 (K9-039), Environmental Assessment Work, be accepted.
Fiscal Note: These funds are a partial reimbursement of the City's cost to remediate this site. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0271
| A | 93. | Amendment to Contract for Professional Services for City Hall Renovations Phase I | Resolution | Amendment to Contract for Professional Services for City Hall Renovations Phase I
Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 on Contract 12-06 (K6-013), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase 1, ARC Architectural Group, consultant, as submitted , be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $6,260.00
Further resolved, that funding for this amendment is available in the following accounts:
$2,000.00 - Account 986.300.5040, Fire Station No. 1-Female Locker Room
$4,260.00 - Account 986.310.5020, Safety Building, Police Office Relocation
$6,260.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0272
| A | 94. | Change Order on Contract for Chicory Road Reconstruction | Resolution | Change Order on Contract for Chicory Road Reconstruction
Resolved, that Change Order No. 3 on Contract 10-06 (K6-011), Chicory Road Reconstruction, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $14,713.73.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0273
| A | 95. | Professional Services Agreement for Storm Sewer on DeKoven Avenue | Resolution | Professional Services Agreement for Storm Sewer on DeKoven Avenue
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc. to provide professional services for design of the new storm sewer on DeKoven Avenue, from Hickory Grove Avenue to Jay Eye See Avenue, at a price not-to-exceed $38,988.00.
Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations.
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Res.07-0274
| A | 96. | 2nd Annual River Bend Derby Duck Race Stipulations | Resolution | 2nd Annual River Bend Derby Duck Race Stipulations
Resolved, that the River Bend Nature Center be granted permission to close the sidewalk and one lane of the north bound traffic along the east side of the Main Street Bridge for the 2nd Annual River Bend Derby Duck Race which will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2007, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed with the City Attorney’s office;
C. Department of Public Works staff review and approve the means and methods for placing the rubber ducks in the river so as to not damage the Main Street Bridge.
D. Sponsor shall be responsible for placement of all traffic control devices.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0275
| A | 97. | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages | Resolution | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
Whereas, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 12th day of June, 2007, for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of:
Portland Cement Concrete Paving
Alley - Shoreland Drive to North Street; Tenth Avenue to Ninth Avenue.
Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; Fourth Avenue to Third Avenue.
Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; LaSalle Street to First Avenue.
Alley - Shoreland Drive to South Street; Tenth Avenue to Ninth Avenue.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows:
1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved.
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Res.07-0276
| A | 98. | Conditional Use Permit for 2220 Lathrop Avenue | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 2220 Lathrop Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Dorothy Metz seeking to utilize the property at 2220 Lathrop Avenue as a private equipment, documents, and supplies storage facility in support of her Lathrop Avenue and Racine area restaurant operations be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received, May 29, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on June 13, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That this permit is for an accessory use located within 120 feet of a primary use, all being under the same ownership and serving the same use.
c. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
d. That the maximum hours for activities at the site be from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with no hours on Sunday.
e. That the following shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit:
1. Landscape plan.
2. Dumpster screening plan if applicable.
3. Buildi | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0277
| A | 99. | Waive formal bidding and authorize purchasing agent to negotiate agreement for leasing life support monitors and defibrillators | Resolution | Waive formal bidding and authorize purchasing agent to negotiate agreement for leasing life support monitors and defibrillators
Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate and enter into a contract with Philips Medical Systems for the leasing of 6 Philips Heartstart MRx Advanced Life Support monitors, and 10 Philips FRx Automated External Defibrillators for the Fire Department.
Fiscal Note: $25,000 (Life Support monitors), $14,000 (External defibrillators). Both amounts will be funded from account #101.300.5770 in 2007. Subsequent lease payments will be appropriated in subsequent years budgets. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0278
| A | 100. | Purchasing Agent authorized to enter into contract with Johnson Controls for Fire Station 8 | Resolution | Purchasing Agent authorized to enter into contract with Johnson Controls for Fire Station 8
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Purchasing Agent to enter into an agreement with Johnson Controls for Phase I of the heating and ventilating upgrade at Fire Station #8.
Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Account 987.300.5010. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0279
| A | 101. | Permission for Police Chief to apply for Department of Justice 2007 SOS Grant | Resolution | Permission for Police Chief to apply for Department of Justice 2007 SOS Grant
Resolved, that the Police Chief be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Program grant. (Grant Control #2007-031), in the amount of $1,000,000.
Fiscal Note: Total project costs of $2,000,000. 50% hard match to be funded by the Racine Unified School District. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0280
| A | 102. | Permission to apply for COPS 2007 Technology Grant | Resolution | Permission to apply for COPS 2007 Technology Grant
Resolved, that the Police Chief be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice COPS 2007 Technology ("Tech") Program grant. (Grant Control #207-032) in an amount not to exceed $250,000.
Fiscal Note: 25% hard match to be funded by Federal Asset Forfeiture Funds (Fund 241) in an amount not to exceed $62,500. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0281
| A | 103. | Permission to apply and accept Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) Grant | Resolution | Permission to apply and accept Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) Grant
Resolved, that the Police Chief be granted permission to apply for and accept the State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang funding in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2007-033) and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement.
Fiscal Note: No match is required. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0282
| A | 104. | Permission to apply for Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training Grant | Resolution | Permission to apply for Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training Grant
Resolved, that the police chief be granted permission to apply for the Office of Justice Assistance Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Grant (Grant Control #2007-056) in the amount of $150,000.
Fiscal Note: $150,000 Grant; 10% hard match to be funded. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0283
| A | 105. | Enter into agreement for Dr. Bryant Window & Door Replacement | Resolution | Enter into agreement for Dr. Bryant Window & Door Replacement
Resolved, that the bid received from Lueck's, Inc. for Contract 41-07 (K7-049), Dr. Bryant Window & Door Replacement, be accepted in the base bid amount of $104,592.00 plus Alternate No. 1 in the amount of $13,365.00, for a total contract amount of $117,957.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement for the window and door replacement at Dr. Bryant Center.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account #987-680-5010, Bryant Windows. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0284
| A | 106. | Public Facility Permit | Resolution | Public Facility Permit
Resolved, that the following establishment be granted a public facilities permit for the permit year July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2009:
Public Golf Associates, Ltd.
6200 Northwestern Avenue
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0285
| A | 107. | Accept funding from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network and execute agreement | Resolution | Accept funding from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network and execute agreement
Resolved, that the The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network (Grant Control #2007-005) in the amount of $7,236, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement.
Fiscal Note: $7,236 Grant; soft match of $5,045.20 covered by the City. Soft match will be fulfilled by $3,700 worth of existing equipment, 15 staff hours and $790.20 in existing grants. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0286
| A | 108. | Accept contract from State of Wisconsin for West Nile Virus Prevention and execute contract | Resolution | Accept contract from State of Wisconsin for West Nile Virus Prevention and execute contract
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept a contract from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services, Division of Public Health in the amount of $500.00 for West Nile Virus prevention, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement.
Fiscal Note: $500.00 Grant; No match required by the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0287
| A | 109. | Settlement of Claim for broken wye connection 3718 Kinzie Avenue | Resolution | Settlement of Claim for broken wye connection 3718 Kinzie Avenue
Resolved, that the claim of Joel and Pamela Durfey, 3718 Kinzie Ave, for a broken wye connection, be settled in the amount of $16,877.60.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910 Judgment and Claims. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0288
| A | 110. | Settlement of Claim for broken wye connection 2017 Deane Boulevard | Resolution | Settlement of Claim for broken wye connection 2017 Deane Boulevard
Resolved, that the claim of of Timothy Hart, 2017 Deane Blvd, for a broken wye connection, be settled in the amount of $12,913.87.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgment and Claims for payment. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0289
| A | 111. | Settlement of Claim for broken wye connection at 1915 Slauson Avenue | Resolution | Settlement of Claim for broken wye connection at 1915 Slauson Avenue
Resolved, that the claim of Rachel Sanchez, 1915 Slauson Ave, for a broken wye connection, be settled in the amount of $8,628.21.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.990.5910, Judgment and Claims, for payment. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0290
| A | 112. | Transfer of funds to Judgment and Claims Account | Resolution | Transfer of funds to Judgment and Claims Account
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Finance Department to transfer $100,000 from Contingency (101.990.5970) to cover Judgment & Claims (101.990.5910) expenditures for the remainder of 2007 for the City Attorney's Office.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 101.990.5970. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0291
| A | 113. | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Racine YWCA for the Training, Inc. Program | Resolution | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Racine YWCA for the Training, Inc. Program
Resolved, that $25,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Racine YWCA for the Training, Inc. program subject to the YWCA's receiving the other sources of funds identified in their funding request.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0292
| A | 114. | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Racine Community Outpost | Resolution | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Racine Community Outpost
Resolved, that $70,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to Racine Community Outpost for the purchase of 1146 Villa Street for a Racine Police Department community policing house.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0293
| A | 115. | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Department of City Development | Resolution | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Department of City Development
Resolved, that $47,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Department of City Development for expenses associated with acquiring the real estate assets of the Southside Revitalization Corporation.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0294
| A | 116. | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine | Resolution | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine
Resolved, that $120,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to acquire and rehabilitate 1526 Washington Avenue, subject to the participation of the Racine Development Group and the City of Racine in the project.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0295
| A | 117. | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Racine County Economic Development Corporation | Resolution | Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Racine County Economic Development Corporation
Resolved, that $50,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Racine County Economic Development Corporation for marketing the artist relocation program.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0296
| A | 118. | Permission to use parking lot for Cat Fight Event | Resolution | Permission to use parking lot for Cat Fight Event
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Catamaran Racing Association of Wisconsin to use the parking lot in the Rooney Recreational Area from June 30, 2007 through July 2, 2007, in connection with the Cat Fight racing event with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to the event; and,
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any city department be charged to the sponsor.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Adopted | |
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ZOrd.0004-07
| A | 119. | An Ordinance to Rezone 1300 (odd) block of Washington Avenue | Zoning Ordinance | An Ordinance to Rezone 1300 (odd) block of Washington Avenue
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the parcels of property in the 1300 (odd) block of Washington Avenue, and more particularly described as follows:
“Those properties known as 1301, 1303, 1323, 1327, 1329, 1331, 1337, 1341, 1347, & 1351 Washington Avenue and more particularly described as follows: Lots 3, 4, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, & 15 of Harmon’s Subdivision of Block 76 of the School Section. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin"
be rezoned from "B-3" General Commercial District to “B-2” Community Shopping District, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance.
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council
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Ord.13-07
| A | 120. | Ordinance No. 13-07
To create Sec. 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Utilities. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 13-07
To create Sec. 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Utilities; Amalgam Management at Dental Offices.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Section 98-157 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
“98-157. Amalgam Management at Dental Offices
(1) This section applies to any dental office that places or removes amalgam. If work in a dental office is limited to work that does not involve placing or removing amalgam, such as
orthodontics, periodontics, oral and maxillo-facial surgery, endodontics, or prosthodontics,
then this section does not apply.
(2) All dental offices shall implement best management practices for amalgam as established by the Wisconsin Dental Association.
(3) Within the shortest reasonable time, but not later than February 1, 2008, every vacuum
system where amalgam is placed or removed shall include an amalgam separator that meets
the criteria of the International Standards Organization (ISO 11143). Dental offi | Referred | |
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Ord.14-07
| A | 121. | Ordinance No. 14-07
To amend Sec. 6-4(a) and (b) and to create Sec. 6-4(e) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcoholic beverages; Prohibited sale, possession or consumption of alcohol beverages in certain public place | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 14-07
To amend Sec. 6-4(a) and (b) and to create Sec. 6-4(e) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcoholic beverages; Prohibited sale, possession or consumption of alcohol beverages in certain public places.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sections 6-4 (a) and (b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding at the end of each section the following phrase: "and as authorized in subd. (e)."
Part 2:
Section 6-4(e) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
"(e) Public events for which a permit has been issued under s. 82-44 to barricade and occupy the public right-of-way are exempt from this section."
Part 3:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council
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Ord.15-07
| A | 122. | Ordinance No. 15-07
To create Sections 82-44, 82-45 and 82-46 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Streets, sidewalks and certain other public places - Street festivals; Application for permit; Street closing. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 15-07
To create Sections 82-44, 82-45 and 82-46 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Streets, sidewalks and certain other public places - Street festivals; Application for permit; Street closing.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sections 82-44, 82-45 and 82-46 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine are hereby created to read as follows:
"Sec. 82-44 Street Festivals
Street festival means a public event sponsored by one or more individuals, businesses, or organizations held within a city street right-of-way or other public thoroughfare that has been temporarily closed for the occasion. Block parties, as defined in sec. 82-61 of this code, are not street festivals.
Sec. 82-45 Application for Permit
(a) An application for a street festival permit shall specify and include the following:
(1) The time and date during which the street will be closed.
(2) The exact portion of the street(s) to be closed.
(3) The full name and address of the sponsor(s) of the str | Referred | |
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| A | | Ordinance No. 15-07
To create Sections 82-44, 82-45 and 82-46 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Streets, sidewalks and certain other public places - Street festivals; Application for permit; Street closing. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 15-07
To create Sections 82-44, 82-45 and 82-46 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Streets, sidewalks and certain other public places - Street festivals; Application for permit; Street closing.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sections 82-44, 82-45 and 82-46 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine are hereby created to read as follows:
"Sec. 82-44 Street Festivals
Street festival means a public event sponsored by one or more individuals, businesses, or organizations held within a city street right-of-way or other public thoroughfare that has been temporarily closed for the occasion. Block parties, as defined in sec. 82-61 of this code, are not street festivals.
Sec. 82-45 Application for Permit
(a) An application for a street festival permit shall specify and include the following:
(1) The time and date during which the street will be closed.
(2) The exact portion of the street(s) to be closed.
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Ord.16-07
| A | 123. | Ordinance No. 16-07
To create Article VII of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin Relating to Regulation of the Sale, Application and Use of Fertilizers. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 16-07
To create Article VII of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin Relating to Regulation of the Sale, Application and Use of Fertilizers.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Article VII of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
“Article VII. Regulation of the Sale, Application and Use of Fertilizers.
Sec. 42-201. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Distribute has the meaning specified under sec. 94.64(1)(d), Wis. Stats.
Fertilizer has the meaning specified under sec. 94.64(1)(c), Wis. Stats.
Impervious surface means a highway, street, sidewalk, parking lot, driveway, or other material that prevents infiltration of water into the soil.
Lawn and turf fertilizer has the meaning specified under sec. 94.64(1)(e), Wis. Stats., except the manufacturer has designated the produce to b | Referred | |
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