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Res.12-3137
| A | | Quincy Avenue to Deane Boulevard | Resolution | Quincy Avenue to Deane Boulevard
Resolved,that since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
The east-west alley bounded by Wright Avenue and Fifteenth Street; Quincy Avenue and Deane Boulevard.
Further resolved, that a preliminary resolution be introduced to the Common Council and referred to the City Plan Commission.
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12-7923
| A | | Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the Professional Services 101.160.5610 account for the 2012 budget year. (Res. No. 12-3241) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the Professional Services 101.160.5610 account for the 2012 budget year. (Res. No. 12-3241)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-23-12: Transfer $150,000 from Account 101.990.5970, Contingency, to Account 101.160.5610, Attorney Professional Services.
Fiscal Note: An estimated $150,000 will be necessary to cover the anticipated legal fees through the end of the year. | Referred | |
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12-7932
| A | | Claim of Ann Trower | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Ann Trower for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-23-12: The claim of Ann Trower requesting reimbursement in the amount of $50,000 for injuries and damages allegedly arising from her trip and fall on the public sidewalk on February 4, 2010 be denied.
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12-7922
| A | | Request for an easement to connect the sump pump discharge from 723 Roosevelt to the storm sewer collection inlet. (Res. No. 12-3243) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Rick Reinders, 723 Roosevelt Avenue, requesting an easement to connect their sump pump discharge to the storm sewer collection inlet. (Res. No. 12-3243)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-31-12: That the request for an easement to connect the sump pump at 723 Roosevelt Avenue to the storm sewer collection inlet be approved, provided that an agreement be executed in accordance with Sec. 66.0425, Wis. Stats., Privileges in Streets, and further provided that this construction will be performed so as not to create a hazard.
Further recommends that the property owner be required to become a member of Diggers Hotline.
Further recommends that the property owner provide the City Attorney’s office with a legal description of the location of the connection.
Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $125.00 fee to cover administrative costs and costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-7931
| A | | Ironman Racine 70.3 triathlon on Sunday, July 15, 2012. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way for the Ironman Racine 70.3 triathlon on Sunday, July 15, 2012. | Approved as Presented | |
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12-7934
| A | | Use the Walker Site as a parking lot and storage facility for the Ironman 70.3 Racine event on Sunday, July 15, 2012. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to use the Walker Site as a parking lot and storage facility for the Ironman 70.3 Racine event on Sunday, July 15, 2012. | Approved as Presented | |
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12-7897
| A | | communication from the City Attorney recommending that the condition numbered 8., pertaining to a 10-foot wide strip of land for a walking/bike path on the property, be removed and recreated to require the execution of a Restrictive Covenant for a 10-foot | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney recommending that the condition numbered 8., pertaining to a 10-foot wide strip of land for a walking/bike path on the property, be removed and recreated to require the execution of a Restrictive Covenant for a 10-foot wide strip of land for its future acquisition for a public pedestrian walk/bike path, with such Restrictive Covenant document to be prepared by City of Racine. (cross reference Res. 10-2319 and 10-2232) (PC-12) (RES. No. 12-3314)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-29-12: That condition "8" be removed and recreated, that the restrictive covenant be prepared and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute said restrictive covenant.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-7933
| A | | Communication from St. Catherine's High School Alumni & Outreach Coordinator (Res No. 12-3294) | Communication | Subject: Communication from St. Catherine's High School Alumni & Outreach Coordinator requesting permission to erect a tent at Horlick Athletic Field on Friday, September 21, 2012, for a reunion/tailgate event that will be held in conjunction with the St. Catherine vs. Lutheran football game. (Res No. 12-3294)
Recommendation of the Common Council on 8-21-12: That St. Catherine's High School Alumni & Outreach Coordinator requesting permission to erect a tent at Horlick Athletic Field on Friday, September 21, 2012, for a reunion/tailgate event that will be held in conjunction with the St. Catherine vs. Lutheran football game be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-7894
| A | | Communication from Pruchasing Agent (Res No. 12-3222) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results and recommendation on Official Notice #9, One (1) Brush Chipper with 15" Capacity. (Res No. 12-3222)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/09/12: Permission be granted to award to Atlas Companies the bid, as they are the low responsive, responsible bidder. The Bandit 1390 XP as offered by Atlas Companies will best serve the needs of the Parks Department Forestry Crew.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase at their net bid price are available in account 107.700.5770, Licensed Vehicles. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7850
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (Res No. 12-3223) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations for the Juneteenth Day Celebration. The received $10,000.00 from Caron Butler and $2,000.00 from S C Johnson will be used for entertainment on the main stage and the children's corner. (Res No. 12-3223)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/09/12: Permission be granted to the Interim DIrector of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to accept donations for the Juneteenth Day Celebration from Caron Butler and S.C. Johnson, and that appropriate letters of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: $10,000.00 from Caron Butler be used for entertainment on the main stage and $2,000.00 from S.C. Johnson be used for the children's corner. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7868
| A | | Communication from the Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (Res No. 12-3224) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to apply for the 2012 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grant Program in the amount of $215,000.00 for mitigating Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) impacts. (Res No. 12-3224)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/09/12: Permission be granted to the Interim Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department, to apply for the 2012 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grant Program in the amount of $215,000.00 for mitigating Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) impacts.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7889
| A | | WHEDA Grant Application Request (Res No. 12-3225) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to apply for a grant from the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority's Strategic Blight Elimination Program. (Res No. 12-3225)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/09/12: Permission be granted to the Director of City Development to apply for a grant from the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority's Strategic Blight Elimination Program.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7846
| A | | Change Order No. 3 to Contract 53-11 (K1-058), City Hall Restroom Renovations, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 12-3232) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 3 to Contract 53-11 (K1-058), City Hall Restroom Renovations, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 12-3232)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Change Order No. 3 on Contract 53-11 (K1-058), City Hall Restroom Renovations, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $12,135.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 991.100.5010, City Hall Facility Plan Implementation. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7871
| A | | Request a preliminary resolution for paving Victorian Drive - Emstan Hills Dr. to Maryland Ave. with Bituminous Concrete Paving - 30' width at $56.54/front foot. (Res. No. 12-3231) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting a preliminary resolution for paving Victorian Drive - Emstan Hills Dr. to Maryland Ave. with Bituminous Concrete Paving - 30' width at $56.54/front foot. (Res. No. 12-3231)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for Bituminous Concrete Paving on Victorian Drive from Emstan Hills Drive to Maryland Avenue.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7883
| A | | Bid results on Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and System Timing. (Res No. 12-3226) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and System Timing. (Res No. 12-3226)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and System Timing, be awarded to Pro Electric, Inc., Franksville, WI, at their bid price of $1,342.041.59, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 109,584.00 - Account 991.600.5020, Traffic Signal Interconnect-South
$ 59,691.00 - Account 991.600.5030, Traffic Signal Interconnect-North
$ 100,000.00 - Account 992.600.5020, CMAQ N & S Optimization
$ 75,000.00 - Account 403.992.5010, City Fiber Network Deployment
$ 103,000.00 - Account 403.991.5010, City Fiber Network Deployment
$ 37,966.00 - Account 991.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$ 28,000.59 - Account 992.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$ 414,000.0 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7885
| A | | Bid results on Contract 47-12 (K2-058), M.L. King Community Center - Boiler Replacement. (Res No. 12-3228) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 47-12 (K2-058), M.L. King Community Center - Boiler Replacement. (Res No. 12-3228)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Contract 47-12 (K2-058), Dr. ML King Community Center-Boiler Replacement, be awarded to Butters-Fetting Co., Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their base bid price of $137,900.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 992.660.5010, King-Boiler Replacement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7886
| A | | Bid results on Contract 48-12 (K2-059), Central Heating Plant - Boiler Upgrades. (Res. No. 12-3229) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 48-12 (K2-059), Central Heating Plant - Boiler Upgrades. (Res. No. 12-3229)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Contract 48-12 (K2-059), Central Heating Plant-Boiler Upgrades, be awarded to Butters-Fetting Co., Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their base bid price of $154,500.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 992.220.5010, CHP-Boiler Upgrades. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7887
| A | | Bid results on Contract 49-12 (K2-060), Equipment Maintenance Garage - Make-Up Air Unit Replacement. (Res. No. 12-3230) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 49-12 (K2-060), Equipment Maintenance Garage - Make-Up Air Unit Replacement. (Res. No. 12-3230)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Contract 49-12 (K2-060), Equipment Maintenance Garage-Make-Up Air Unit Replacement, be awarded to Butters-Fetting, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $49,480.00, plus Alternate #1 in the amount of $38,900.00, for a total contract amount of $88,380.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 401.992.5760, Make-Up Air Units. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7898
| A | | Resolution 12-3211, created July 2, 2012, relating to alley improvements | Communication | Subject: Resolution 12-3211, created July 2, 2012, relating to alley improvements at the following locations:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Alley - Third St to State St; Wisconsin Ave to Main St
Alley - Sixteenth St to Washington Ave; Packard Ave to Memorial Dr
Alley - Seventeenth St to Sixteenth St; Morton Ave to Austin Ave
Alley - Seventeenth St to Sixteenth St; Murray Ave to Phillips Ave
Alley - DeKoven to Eighteenth St; Franklin St to Center St
Alley - DeKoven to Eighteenth St; Villa St to Park Ave
Alley - Jerome Blvd to Twentieth St; Taylor Ave to Kearney Ave
Alley - Charles St to Sixth Ave; North St to Shoreland Ave
Alley - Jones Ave to Walton Ave; Charles St to Geneva St (N-S)
Alley - Jones Ave to Walton Ave; Charles St to Geneva St (E-W)
Alley - LaSalle St to Superior St; Walton Ave to Goold St
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Resolution No. 12-3211, created July 2, 2012, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Alley - Third St to State St; Wisconsin Ave to Main St
Alley - Sixteenth St to Wa | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7899
| A | | Ord. 7-12, created July 2, 2012, to amend Chapter 18 of the Racine Building Code concerning the regulation of hoop houses. | Communication | Subject: Ord. 7-12, created July 2, 2012, to amend Chapter 18 of the Racine Building Code concerning the regulation of hoop houses.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Ordinance No. 7-12 to amend Chapter 18 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to hoop houses, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7907
| A | | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 22-12 (K2-023), Safety Building-Replace Ceiling and Lights, Absolute Construction Company, contractor. (Res. No. 12-3233) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 22-12 (K2-023), Safety Building-Replace Ceiling and Lights, Absolute Construction Company, contractor. (Res. No. 12-3233)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 22-12 (K2-023), Safety Building-Replace Ceiling and Lights, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $20,391.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 991.210.5040, Safety Building-Building Updates. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7884
| A | | Bid results on Contract 46-12 (K2-056), Festival Hall Roof Replacement (R1). (Res No. 12-3227) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 46-12 (K2-056), Festival Hall Roof Replacement (R1). (Res No. 12-3227)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-10-12: That Contract 46-12 (K2-056), Festival Hall Roof Replacement (R1), be awarded to Carlson Racine Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $488,135.00, plus Alternate #1 in the amount of $25,000.00 and Alternate #2 in the amount of $15,000.00, for a total contract amount of $528,135.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 108.992.5030, FH-Replace Main Roof. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7809
| A | | Root River Corridor Plan Resolution (Res. No. 12-3240) | Communication | Subject: A Resolution to adopt the document titled "Root Works - Revitalizing Racine's Urban River Corridor Plan: Root River Corridor Redevelopment Plan". (PC-12) (Res. No. 12-3240)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-27-12: That the Resolution be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7816
| A | | Root River Council request to amend Access Corridor and Downtown Area Design Guidelines (Ord. 8-12) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Root River Council requesting amendment to the Access Corridor and Downtown Area Design Guidelines. (Ord. 8-12)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 7-11-12: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7901
| A | | CU 1744 Rapids Drive (Res. No. 12-3234) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Marty Finn of Hidden Treasures, seeking a conditional use permit for a "resale boutique" at 1744 Rapids Drive. (PC-12) (Res. No. 12-3234)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 7-12-12: That the item be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7918
| A | | (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Pedro Tafoya to purchase 1620 Flett Avenue. (Res. No. 12-3235) | Communication | Subject:(Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Pedro Tafoya to purchase 1620 Flett Avenue. (Res. No. 12-3235)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on July 11, 2012:
That the offer of Pedro Tafoya to purchase 1620 Flett Avenue, as set forth in his offer dated June 26, 2012 and the counter-offer dated June 29, 2012 be approved.
Further recommends that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development be authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and rehabilitated through the NSP-1 program. The city will receive $65,000 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7919
| A | | (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Joel and Cindy Findley to purchase 3002 Arlington Avenue. (Res. No. 12-3236) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Joel Findley and Cindy Findley to purchase 3002 Arlington Avenue. (Res. No. 12-3236)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on July 11, 2012: That the offer of Joel and Cindy Findley to purchase 3002 Arlington Avenue, as set forth in their offer dated July 2, 2012 and the counter-offer dated July 5, 2012, be approved.
Further recommends that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development be authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and rehabilitated through the NSP-1 program. The city will receive $68,000 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7921
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator and The City Attorney requesting to meet in closed session with the Committee of the Whole pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(e) concerning the conduct of certain public business and pursuant to Wis. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator and the City Attorney requesting to meet in closed session with the Committee of the Whole pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(e) concerning the conduct of certain public business and pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(g) concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is involved and litigation in which it is likely to become involved. Competitive and bargaining reasons require a closed session. Identifying the specific nature of the public business to be addressed may negatively affect the City’s competitive advantage. (Res. No. 12-3239)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole: that the Common Council rescind Resolutions 10-2298, 10-2331, 10-2353, 10-2354, 11-2403, and 11-2404 as to any provision of any 2013-2014 collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of agreement between the City of Racine and any bargaining unit or employee association, that is a prohibited subject of bargaining under 2011 Wisconsin Act 10 and 2011 Wisconsin Act 32, or either of such Acts, and declare th | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7930
| A | | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:
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12-7792
| A | | Communication from the Greater Racine Kennel Club (Res. No. 12-3237) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Greater Racine Kennel Club requesting to reserve Pershing Park and to control parking on a portion of the lakefront for the American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows scheduled for Sunday, August 12, 2012 and Monday, August 13, 2012. (Res. No. 12-3237)
Recommendation of Board Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services 7-11-12: To approve the communication from the Greater Racine Kennel Club requesting to reserve Pershing Park and to control parking on a portion of the lakefront for the American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows scheduled for Sunday, August 12, 2012 and Monday, August 13, 2012.
Further recommend that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement is executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate is filed prior to the event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department to assist with this project is charged to the sponsor.
Fiscal note: $730.00 in revenue. There will be nominal costs to various CIty departments, on a regular shift basis to assist in implementing this event;
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12-7793
| A | | Communication from Ald. Kaplan, Ald. DeHan and the Affirmative Action Human Relations Commission | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderman Jim Kaplan and Alderman Raymond DeHahn and the members of the Affirmative Action Human Relations Commission recommending the renaming of Marquette Street Park to William Dyess Park.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services 7-11-12: To defer.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 9-12-12: To deny the recommendation from Alderman Jim Kaplan, Alderman Raymond Dehahn and the members of the Affirmative Action Human Relations Commission to re-name Marquette Street Park to William Dyess Park. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7900
| A | | Communication from Racine Yacht Club and Catamaran Racing Association (Res. No. 12-3238) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Racine Yacht Club and Catamaran Racing Association requesting permission to use city parking lots located immediately next to RYC in conjunction with a scheduled Regatta August 3, 2012 through August 12, 2012 and waiver of ordinance 70.104 for overnight parking of vehicles and trailers. (Res. No. 12-3238)
Recommendation of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 7-11-12: To approve the communication from Racine Yacht Club and Catamaran Racing Association requesting permission to use city parking lots located immediately next to RYC in conjunction with a scheduled Regatta August 3, 2012 through August 12, 2012 and waiver of ordinance 70.104 for overnight parking of vehicles and trailers.
Further recommend that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
Further recommends that the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services D | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7866
| A | | CIP Project (Res. No. 12-3245) | Communication | Subject: [Direct Referral] CIP Project (Res. No. 12-3245)
Recommendation of the Civic Centre Commission on 6-27-2012: That the Civic Centre Commission requests that the Common Council reconsider the replacement roof color previously approved for Festival Hall based on the results of a study done which impacts future CIP objectives.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-31-12: That the Festival Hall roof color be designated as the Classic Copper color.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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Res.12-3222
| A | | Official Notice #9, One (1) Brush Chipper with 15" Capacity | Resolution | Official Notice #9, One (1) Brush Chipper with 15" Capacity
Resolved, that permission is granted to award to Atlas Companies the bid, as they are the low responsive, responsible bidder. The Bandit 1390XP as offered by Atlas Companies will best serve the needs of the Parks Department Forestry Crew.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase at their net bid price are available in account 107.700.5770, Licensed Vehicles. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3223
| A | | Donations for the Juneteenth Day Celebration | Resolution | Donations for the Juneteenth Day Celebration
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Interim DIrector of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to accept donations for the Juneteenth Day Celebration from Caron Butler and S.C. Johnson, and that appropriate letters of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: $10,000.00 from Caron Butler be used for entertainment on the main stage | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3224
| A | | 2012 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grant Program | Resolution | 2012 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grant Program
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Interim Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department, to apply for the 2012 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grant Program in the amount of $215,000.00 for mitigating Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) impacts.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3225
| A | | Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority's Strategic Blight Elimination Program | Resolution | Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority's Strategic Blight Elimination Program
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of City Development to apply for a grant from the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority's Strategic Blight Elimination Program.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3226
| A | | Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and System Timing | Resolution | Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and System Timing
Resolved, that Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and System Timing, be awarded to Pro Electric, Inc., Franksville, WI, at their bid price of $1,342.041.59, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 109,584.00 - Account 991.600.5020, Traffic Signal Interconnect-South
$ 59,691.00 - Account 991.600.5030, Traffic Signal Interconnect-North
$ 100,000.00 - Account 992.600.5020, CMAQ N & S Optimization
$ 75,000.00 - Account 403.992.5010, City Fiber Network Deployment
$ 103,000.00 - Account 403.991.5010, City Fiber Network Deployment
$ 37,966.00 - Account 991.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$ 28,000.59 - Account 992.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$ 414,000.00 - Account 950.000.5820, CMAQ North Const 1693-49-72
$ 381,800.00 - Account 950.010.5820, CMAQ South Const 1693-49-71
$ 33,000.00 - Account 992.908.5020, Concrete Pvmt Replacement-Misc
$ 1,342,041.59 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3227
| A | | Contract 46-12 (K2-057), Festival Hall Roof Replacement (R1) | Resolution | Contract 46-12 (K2-057), Festival Hall Roof Replacement (R1)
Resolved, that Contract 46-12 (K2-057), Festival Hall Roof Replacement (R1), is awarded to Carlson Racine Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $488,135.00, plus Alternate #1 in the amount of $25,000.00 and Alternate #2 in the amount of $15,000.00, for a total contract amount of $528,135.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 108.992.5030, FH-Replace Main Roof. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3228
| A | | Contract 47-12 (K2-058), M.L. King Community Center - Boiler Replacement | Resolution | Contract 47-12 (K2-058), M.L. King Community Center - Boiler Replacement
Resolved, that Contract 47-12 (K2-058), Dr. ML King Community Center-Boiler Replacement, is awarded to Butters-Fetting Co., Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their base bid price of $137,900.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 992.660.5010, King-Boiler Replacement. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3229
| A | | Contract 48-12 (K2-059), Central Heating Plant - Boiler Upgrades | Resolution | Contract 48-12 (K2-059), Central Heating Plant - Boiler Upgrades
Resolved, that Contract 48-12 (K2-059), Central Heating Plant-Boiler Upgrades, be awarded to Butters-Fetting Co., Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their base bid price of $154,500.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 992.220.5010, CHP-Boiler Upgrades. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3230
| A | | Contract 49-12 (K2-060), Equipment Maintenance Garage - Make-Up Air Unit Replacement | Resolution | Contract 49-12 (K2-060), Equipment Maintenance Garage - Make-Up Air Unit Replacement
Resolved, that Contract 49-12 (K2-060), Equipment Maintenance Garage-Make-Up Air Unit Replacement, is awarded to Butters-Fetting, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $49,480.00, plus Alternate #1 in the amount of $38,900.00, for a total contract amount of $88,380.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 401.992.5760, Make-Up Air Units. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3231
| A | | Bituminous Concrete Paving | Resolution | Preliminary - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
Bituminous Concrete Paving
RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s):
All property fronting upon both sides:
Bituminous Concrete Paving
Victorian Drive - Emstan Hills Dr. to Maryland Ave.
2. Said public improvement shall consist of bituminous concrete paving.
3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from 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 specification | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3232
| A | | Change Order No. 3 to Contract 53-11 (K1-058), City Hall Restroom Renovations | Resolution | Change Order No. 3 to Contract 53-11 (K1-058), City Hall Restroom Renovations
Resolved, that Change Order No. 3 on Contract 53-11 (K1-058), City Hall Restroom Renovations, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, is approved in the amount of $12,135.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 991.100.5010, City Hall Facility Plan Implementation. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3233
| A | | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 22-12 (K2-023), Safety Building-Replace Ceiling and Lights | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 22-12 (K2-023), Safety Building-Replace Ceiling and Lights
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 22-12 (K2-023), Safety Building-Replace Ceiling and Lights, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, is approved in the amount of $20,391.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 991.210.5040, Safety Building-Building Updates. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3234
| A | | Hidden Treasures "Resale Boutique" | Resolution | Hidden Treasures "Resale Boutique"
Resolved, that the request by Marty Finn of Hidden Treasures seeking a conditional use permit for a “resale boutique” at 1744 Rapids Drive is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on July 11, 2012 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That a resale boutique, as detailed in the written description included in the applicant’s submittal materials is found by the Plan Commission to be of the same general character as the uses permitted in this district.
c. The use shall not operate as a flea market or general thrift, secondhand, rummage or pawn shop.
d. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
e. That hours the business will be open to the public are from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
f. That all signs be professionally made, comply with zoning ordinance requirements, and be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to installation.
g | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3235
| A | | 1620 Flett Avenue | Resolution | 1620 Flett Avenue
Resolved, that the offer of Pedro Tafoya to purchase 1620 Flett Avenue, as set forth in his offer dated June 26, 2012 and the counter-offer dated June 29, 2012 is approved.
Further resolved, that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and rehabilitated through the NSP-1 program. The city will receive $65,000.00 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3236
| A | | 3002 Arlington Avenue | Resolution | 3002 Arlington Avenue
Resolved, that the offer of Joel and Cindy Findley to purchase 3002 Arlington Avenue, as set forth in their offer dated July 2, 2012 and the counter-offer dated July 5, 2012, is approved.
Further, resolved that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and rehabilitated through the NSP-1 program. The city will receive $68,000.00 proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3237
| A | | American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows | Resolution | American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows
Resolved, that the communication from the Greater Racine Kennel Club requesting to reserve Pershing Park and to control parking on a portion of the lakefront for the
American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows scheduled for Sunday, August 12, 2012 and Monday, August 13, 2012 is approved.
Further resolved, that permission is granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement is executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate is filed prior to the event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department to assist with this project is
charged to the sponsor.
Further resolved, that the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: $730.00 in revenue. There will be nominal costs to various CIty departments, on a regular shift basis to assist in implementing this event. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3238
| A | | Regatta - August 3, 2012 | Resolution | Regatta - August 3, 2012
Resolved, that the communication from Racine Yacht Club and Catamaran Racing Association requesting permission to use city parking lots on Barker Street and the Rooney lot located immediately next to RYC in conjunction with a scheduled Regatta August 3, 2012 through August 12, 2012 and waiver of ordinance 70.104 for overnight parking of vehicles and trailers is approved.
Further resolved, that permission is granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
Further resolved, that Ordinance 70-104 (overnight parking) be waived during the use of these lots.
Further resolved, that the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: $200.00 in revenue. There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis to assist in implem | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3240
| A | | RootWorks - Revitalizing Racine’s Urban River Corridor Plan: Root River Corridor Redevelopment Plan | Resolution | RootWorks - Revitalizing Racine’s Urban River Corridor Plan: Root River Corridor Redevelopment Plan
Adopt document titled "Root River Corridor Redevelopment Plan: RootWorks-Revitalizing Racine’s Urban River Corridor "
WHEREAS, The Root River Council, with the assistance of the firm of Vandewalle & Associates, Inc., and in consultation with the River Alliance of Wisconsin and the City of Racine, in September of 2011 began preparation of the Plan that serves to assist in promoting and guiding development within the study area by: understanding the context within the city and the region, stimulating economic growth, allowing for public access and interaction with the river, improving water quality, and recommending implementation strategies; and
WHEREAS, Pursuant to Section 62.23 of the Wisconsin Statutes, the City of Racine is authorized to prepare and adopt the document “RootWorks-Revitalizing Racine’s Urban River Corridor: Root River Corridor Redevelopment Plan” (the Plan), as an amendment to the City’s comprehensive plan as defined in Sections 66.1001(1)(a) and 66.1001(2) | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3239
| A | | 2013 - 2014 Collective Bargaining Agreements | Resolution | 2013 - 2014 Collective Bargaining Agreements
WHEREAS, several changes contained in 2011 Wisconsin Act 10 and 2011 Wisconsin Act 32 affect collective bargaining between represented municipal employees and municipal employers, to wit:
As to “general municipal employees,” the sole permitted subject of collective bargaining is total base wages.
As to “public safety employees,” the design and selection of health care coverage plans by the municipal employer, and the impact of the design and selection of the health care coverage plans on wages, hours, and conditions of employment, the requirement that for public safety personnel hired on or after July 1, 2011 the employer may not pay the employee’s WRS contribution share, and the permissibility of a collective bargaining agreement to include dispute resolution procedures, including arbitration, addressing suspension, reduction in rank, suspension and reduction in rank, or removal of public safety employees are all prohibited subjects of collective bargaining.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the terms of 2011 Wisconsin Acts 10 and 32 | Adopted | Pass |
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Ord.8-12
| A | | Ordinance 8-12 - Access Corridor and Downtown Area Design Guidelines | Ordinance | Ordinance 8-12 - Access Corridor and Downtown Area Design Guidelines
An ordinance amending Access Corridor and Downtown Area Design Guidelines
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
Part 1: Create 114-328(19), 114-428(20), 114-468(29), 114-488(19), 114-568(38) to read as follows: “Uses as described in Sec. 114-825(b).”
Part 2: In Sec. 114-637, Access Corridor Overlay District, Mapped Districts; delete the “State Street corridor district” and its description, in its entirety.
Part 3: Create 114-822(9) Downtown Area Design Guidelines, Purpose and Intent, to read as follows:
(9) Promote the use, development and maintenance of property adjacent to or proximate to the Root River in order to accomplish public safety, environmental protection, economic development, and public health and recreation objectives.
Part 4: In Sec. 114-823, Downtown Area Design Guidelines, Definitions repeal and recreate the definition of “downtown area” as follows:
Begin at a point being on the centerline of North Wisconsin Street approximately 190 fee | Referred | |
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