13-8830
| A | | Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Regency West Apartments LLC for an excessive real estate assessment and taxes of the property located at 2300 Loni Lane for the 2012 tax year for consideration. | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Regency West Apartments LLC for an excessive real estate assessment and taxes of the property located at 2300 Loni Lane for the 2012 tax year for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-22-13: Defer the item until the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Meeting.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-28-13: Defer the item until the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Meeting to be held in closed session with legal consult.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-10-13: The claim of Regency West Apartments LLC for an excessive real estate assessment and taxes of the property located at 2300 Loni Lane for the 2012 tax year be denied.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-24-13: Defer the item.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-8-13:Receive and File.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-8835
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting permission to apply for the State of Wisconsin Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water (UNPS&SW) Program Construction Grant for the Washington Park Streambank Stabilization | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting permission to apply for the State of Wisconsin Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water (UNPS&SW) Program Construction Grant for the Washington Park Streambank Stabilization Project, Grant Control No. 2013-010. (Res. No. 13-0206)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-22-13: Defer the item due to non-representation of staff to speak on the item.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: Permission be granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer to apply for the State of Wisconsin Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water (UNPS&SW) Program Construction Grant for the Washington Park Streambank Stabilization Project. (Grant Control No. 2013-010)
Fiscal Note: The grant is 50% maximum of eligible costs; total project cost $300,000; $150,000 maximum State share and requires a City match of $150,000 which is included in the 2013 Storm Water Enterprise Fund. | Referred | |
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13-8825
| A | | Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker site to park cars on Thursday night, July 4, 2013, for the annual fireworks show. (Res. No. 13-0181) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker site to park cars on Thursday night, July 4, 2013, for the annual fireworks show. (Res. No. 13-0181)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to use the Walker Site on Thursday, July 4, 2013, with a rain date of Friday, July 5, 2013, for parking of vehicles in conjunction with the Fourth of July fireworks display.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-8831
| A | | Preliminary resolution for portland cement concrete paving on the alley bounded by Kinzie Ave. to Lindermann Ave.; Hayes Ave. to Grove Ave. (Res. No. 13-0183) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for portland cement concrete paving on the alley bounded by Kinzie Ave. to Lindermann Ave.; Hayes Ave. to Grove Ave. (Res. No. 13-0183)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the prayer of the petitioner be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the alley bounded by Kinzie Avenue to Lindermann Avenue; Hayes Avenue to Grove Avenue.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners. | Referred | |
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13-8844
| A | | Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show, June 23, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0179) | Communication | Subject: Communication from David Popoff requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on June 23, 2013 for the 8th Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show. (Res. No. 13-0179)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street and Chatham Street from Hamilton Street to Dodge Street on Sunday, June 23, 2013, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in conjunction with the 8th Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show to benefit the Eagle's Charity - Lew Reed Spinal Injury Cord Fund, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event;
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way; | Referred | |
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13-8837
| A | | (New) Application of Apple Hospitality Group, LLC, Timothy Geniesse, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2521 S. Green Bay Road. (14th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Apple Hospitality Group, LLC, Timothy Geniesse, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2521 S. Green Bay Road. (14th District) | Referred | |
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13-8851
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District on behalf of Michael J. Moody requesting to allow legal conceal carry in City Hall by citizens. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District on behalf of Michael J. Moody requesting to allow legal conceal carry in City Hall by citizens. | Referred | |
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13-8757
| A | | claim of Kathleen Heisler | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Kathleen Heisler for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: The claim of Kathleen Heisler, 1130 Carlisle Ave., Racine 53404 claiming damages in the amount of $107.88 for alleged vehicle damages be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8771
| A | | claim of Jermaine Weatherspoon | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jermaine Weatherspoon for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: The claim of Jermaine Weatherspoon, 928 Racine St., Racine 53403, claiming damages in the amount of $100.00 for alleged vehicle damages be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8778
| A | | Communication from Purchasing Agent (Res. No. 13-0162) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #5 for nine (9) cases of Tree-age. (Res. No. 13-0162)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: To award the bid for Official Notice #5 for nine (9) cases of Tree-age to Rainbow Tree Care Scientific, they being the low responsive, responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: The cost is $35,352.00. Funds for this purchase are available in account 993.700.5210. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8786
| A | | Communication from Kingdom Builders Fellowship Center & Outreach Ministries | Communication | Subject: Communication from Kingdom Builders Fellowship Center & Outreach Ministries requesting the donation of the Stage on Wheels for their first annual "Kingdom Fest".
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: To deny the request to donate the Stage on Wheels for the first annual "Kingdom Fest" being held by Kingdom Builders Fellowship Center & Outreach Ministries.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8789
| A | | Communication from Fire Chief requesting permission to accept $1950.71 from CHS Inc of Inver Grove Heights MN for acquisition of EMS equipment (Res. No. 13-0163) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept $1,950.71 from CHS, Incorporated, to be used for EMS equipment acquisition. (Res. No. 13-0163)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: Permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept $1,950.71 from CHS, Incorporated, to be used for EMS equipment acquisition.
Fiscal Note: The funds in the amount of $1,950.71 that are being returned to the Fire Department represents equity in CHS that the Fire Department earned in past years. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8783
| A | | Amendment No. 2 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue., Strand Associates, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0175) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 2 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue, Strand Associates, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0175)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Amendment No. 2 to the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Strand Associates, Inc., State Contract ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue, be approved in the amount of $7,957.89, with the City's share being $1,989.47 (25%) and the State share being $5,968.42 (75%).
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 992.908.5060, Northwestern-Memorial to Golf. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8784
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for portland cement concrete paving and sewer and water on Spring Valley Drive, Spring Street to Harrington Drive. (Res. No. 13-0168) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for portland cement concrete paving and sewer and water on Spring Valley Drive, Spring Street to Harrington Drive. (Res. No. 13-0168)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for Portland cement concrete paving and sewer and water on Spring Valley Drive from Spring Street to Harrington Drive.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8791
| A | | Gethsemane Lutheran Church requesting to close Blaine Avenue from Washington Avenue north to the alley on Sunday, May 19, 2013, for a church carnival. (Res. No. 13-0164) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Gethsemane Lutheran Church requesting to close Blaine Avenue from Washington Avenue north to the alley on Sunday, May 19, 2013, for a church carnival. (Res. No. 13-0164)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Gethsemane Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Blaine Avenue from Washington Avenue north to the alley, on Sunday, May 19, 2013, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for a church carnival.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. 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 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8796
| A | | Walden III requesting to paint the intersection of 10th and Center Streets. (Res. No. 13-0166) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Walden III requesting to paint the intersection of 10th and Center Streets. (Res. No. 13-0166)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Walden III be granted permission to paint the intersection of 10th and Center Streets with the following stipulations:
A. Painting must be done with aggregate paints only.
B. Walden III must provide a layout for approval by the Commissioner of Public Works.
C. The painting shall be maintained on an annual basis.
D. Students must wear orange safety vests at all times within the street right-of-way while performing this work.
E. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8804
| A | | Bid results on Contract 9-13 (K3-009), 2013 Concrete Street Paving Assessable (R1). (Res. No. 13-0169) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 9-13 (K3-009), 2013 Concrete Street Paving Assessable (R1). (Res. No. 13-0169)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Contract 9-13 (K3-009), 2013 Concrete Street Paving Assessable (R1), be awarded to Cornerstone Pavers, LLC, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $656,588.17, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 362,823.26 - Account 906.000.5010, Concrete Street Paving
$ 10,319.18 - Account 906.000.5310, New Curb & Gutter
$ 10,800.00 - Account 906.000.5410, Sanitary Sewers (Laterals)
$ 10,575.00 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Loc.
$ 26,979.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc.
$ 88,538.66 - Account 992.590.5010, Replace City Circuits
$ 106,553.07 - Account 993.908.5010, Concrete Street Paving, Misc. Loc.
$ 40,000.00 - Account 992.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$ 656, | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8805
| A | | Bid results on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase II (South) (R1). (Res. No. 13-0170) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase II (South) (R1). (Res. No. 13-0170)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase II (South) (R1), be awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $389,217.75, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 73,945.50 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. (2013)
$ 36,050.00 - Account 993.908.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2013)
$ 279,222.25 - Account 906.000.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2013)
$ 389,217.75 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8806
| A | | Bid results on Contract 20-13 (K3-020), 2013 Traffic Signal Replacement-6th & Marquette. (Res. No. 13-0171) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 20-13 (K3-020), 2013 Traffic Signal Replacement-6th & Marquette. (Res. No. 13-0171)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Contract 20-13 (K3-020), Traffic Signal Replacement-6th & Marquette, be awarded to Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $131,831.70, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 102,831.70 - Account 993.600.5010, Traffic Signals
$ 10,000.00 - Account 992.590.5010, Street Lighting (2012)
$ 10,000.00 - Account 993.590.5010, Street Lighting (2013)
$ 9,000.00 - Account 993.590.5010, Replacement Curb & Gutter
$ 131,831.70 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8810
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a professional services agreement from Ayres Associates - Contract 29-13 (K3-032) - PS - 2013 Underwater and Interim Bridge Inspection Services. (Res | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a professional services agreement from Ayres Associates - Contract 29-13 (K3-032) - PS - 2013 Underwater Bridge Inspection Services. (Res. No. 13-0172)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates for Contract 29-13 (K3-032), 2013 Underwater Bridge Inspection Services, in the not-to-exceed amount of $11,750.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 6,500.00 - Account 943.520.5020, Bridges Underwater Inspection
$ 5,250.00 - Account 930.993.5030, Underwater Inspection Lift Bridges
$ 11,750.00 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8817
| A | | Resolution 13-0152, created April 3, 2013, being a final resolution relating to street improvements | Communication | Subject: Resolution 13-0152, created April 3, 2013, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
DeKoven Avenue - Clark Street to Holborn Street
Foxwood Road - City Limits (E) to City Limits (W)
Kentucky Street - Taylor Avenue to the Cul-de-sac (N)
Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue
Monarch Drive - Maryland Avenue to Regal Court
Oakwood Drive - Maryland Avenue to Kings Circle
Oakwood Drive - Kings Circle to Emstan Hills Road
Princess Place - Admiralty Avenue to Biscayne Avenue
CURB & GUTTER
Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue
Monarch Drive - Maryland Avenue to Regal Court
Oakwood Drive - Maryland Avenue to Kings Circle
Oakwood Drive - Kings Circle to Emstan Hills Road
Princess Place - Admiralty Avenue to Biscayne Avenue
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Resolution No. 13-0152, of April 3, 2013, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
DeKoven Avenue - Clark Street to Holborn Street
Foxwood Road - City L | Adopted | Pass |
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13-8817
| A | | Resolution 13-0152, created April 3, 2013, being a final resolution relating to street improvements | Communication | Subject: Resolution 13-0152, created April 3, 2013, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
DeKoven Avenue - Clark Street to Holborn Street
Foxwood Road - City Limits (E) to City Limits (W)
Kentucky Street - Taylor Avenue to the Cul-de-sac (N)
Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue
Monarch Drive - Maryland Avenue to Regal Court
Oakwood Drive - Maryland Avenue to Kings Circle
Oakwood Drive - Kings Circle to Emstan Hills Road
Princess Place - Admiralty Avenue to Biscayne Avenue
CURB & GUTTER
Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue
Monarch Drive - Maryland Avenue to Regal Court
Oakwood Drive - Maryland Avenue to Kings Circle
Oakwood Drive - Kings Circle to Emstan Hills Road
Princess Place - Admiralty Avenue to Biscayne Avenue
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Resolution No. 13-0152, of April 3, 2013, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
DeKoven Avenue - Clark Street to Holborn Street
Foxwood Road - City L | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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13-8818
| A | | Change Order No. 2 to Contract 55-12 (K2-066), HVAC Upgrades at Library, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 13-0173) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 2 to Contract 55-12 (K2-066), HVAC Upgrades at Library, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 13-0173)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 55-12 (K2-066), HVAC Upgrade at Library, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $26,200.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 992.255.5010, Library HVAC Replacement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8821
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 06-13 (K3-006) - 2013 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), regarding the 5th Street boat launch. (Res. No. 13-0174) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and the Director of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services, submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 06-13 (K3-006) - 2013 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), regarding the 5th Street boat launch. (Res. No. 13-0174)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 6-13 (K3-006), 2013 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $58,600.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be transferred from Account 993.700.5040, Pershing Park Boat Launch Lot Replacement, to Account 993.700.5110, Pershing Boat Launch Emergency Repair. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8824
| A | | Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0165) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator submitting the request of Racine Area Veteran's, Inc. to use city right-of-way for the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0165)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That permission be granted to the Racine Area Veteran's, Inc. to use certain City streets for the Memorial Day Parade, to start at the intersection of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard, then proceed north on West Boulevard to Osborne Boulevard, and Osborne Boulevard to Graceland Cemetery, on Monday, May 27, 2013, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. in conjunction with this City-sponsored event. The detour for STH 20 is Lathrop Avenue, 16th Street and Taylor Avenue.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to provide assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: This event is co-sponsored by the City of Racine; therefore, the requirement for a formal agreement, requiring hold ha | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8829
| A | | Robert Mason, 1830 Woodland Avenue, wishing to discuss the policy and procedures for notification of code violations. (Res. No. 13-0167) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Robert Mason, 1830 Woodland Avenue, wishing to discuss the policy and procedures for notification of code violations. (Res. No. 13-0167)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That the policies and procedures for notification of code violations be amended to include the occupant as well as the property owner in violation notifications.
Recommendation of the Common Council on 4-15-13: Refer back to Public Works and Services Committee
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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13-8785
| A | | Request of the Committee for the appearance of Gerald Bester, Agent for Gerald's Smokehouse, 1501 Washington Avenue regarding an incident at your establishment on 10-21-2012. | Communication | Subject:(Direct Referral) Request of the Committee for the appearance of Gerald Bester, Agent for Gerald's Smokehouse, 1501 Washington Avenue regarding an incident at your establishment on 10-21-2012. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8788
| A | | (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 4-8-2013 | Communication | Subject:(Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 4-8-2013 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8802
| A | | Communication requesting Change of Agent for Michigan Pub, LLC, 1300 Michigan Blvd.- Scott A. Jensen, Agent, "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license (4th District). | Communication | Subject: Communication requesting Change of Agent for Michigan Pub, LLC, 1300 Michigan Blvd.- Scott A. Jensen, Agent, "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license (4th District). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8803
| A | | Communication requesting Change of Agent for Beachside Oasis, LLC, 100 Kewaunee Street.- Scott A. Jensen, Agent, Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine license (4th District). | Communication | Subject: Communication requesting Change of Agent for Beachside Oasis, LLC, 100 Kewaunee Street.- Scott A. Jensen, Agent, Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine license (4th District). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8832
| A | | Ordinance 07-13
An ordinance creating Chapter 3, Sections 3.1 - 3.9, of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin relating to sexual offender residency restrictions. | Communication | Subject: Ordinance 07-13
An ordinance creating Chapter 3, Sections 3.1 - 3.9, of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin relating to sexual offender residency restrictions. | Referred | Fail |
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13-8832
| A | | Ordinance 07-13
An ordinance creating Chapter 3, Sections 3.1 - 3.9, of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin relating to sexual offender residency restrictions. | Communication | Subject: Ordinance 07-13
An ordinance creating Chapter 3, Sections 3.1 - 3.9, of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin relating to sexual offender residency restrictions. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8302
| A | | Racine Economic Development Project Opportunities | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Review of the report titled "Racine Economic Development Project Opportunities". (PC-13)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-10-13: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8826
| A | | Rezone 718 Grand Avenue (ZOrd.002-13) | Zoning Item | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Paul Patterson representing Wisconsin Lutheran School for a Flex Development District rezoning of the property at 718 Grand Avenue for a school expansion. (ZOrd.002-13)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-10-13: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8787
| A | | (Direct Referral) communication from the City Administrator presenting a recommendation to amend the 2013 Budget. (Res. No. 13-0177) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) communication from the City Administrator presenting a recommendation to amend the 2013 Budget. (Res. No. 13-0177)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-10-2013: that an Amendment to the 2013 Adopted Budget implementing certain staff reductions and furloughs be adopted, to wit:
That three furlough days off during calendar year 2013 be implemented for non-essential City of Racine personnel; (It is anticipated that each furlough day will generate approximately $100,000 in savings.)
Budget adjustments to reflect eliminated positions are as follows:
That the Building Inspection Department be reorganized, resulting in the elimination of one inspector position;
That the subsidy to the Racine Public Library be reduced in an amount equal to two employee positions;
That three Private/Firefighter positions in the Racine Fire Department not be filled during 2013;
And that the following positions be eliminated: one Customer Service Representative position in the Racine Police Department, three Truck Driver positions and one Secretar | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8839
| A | | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:
Reappoint Elizabeth Hojan-Figge 1102 Kingston Ave Racine, 53402 to the Board of Health for a 2 year term, expiring April 1, 2015
Reappoint Dr. Mohammed Rafiullah 3001 Michigan Blvd. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Health for a 2 year term, expiring April 1, 2015
Reappoint Alderman James Kaplan 400 Kewaunee St. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Health for a 1 year term, expiring April 1, 2014
Appoint Alderman 3400 Michigan Blvd. Racine, 53402 Edward Diehl to the Board of Health for a 1 year term, expiring April 1, 2014
Appoint Robert Mozol 407 Jonathan Dr. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Health for a 2 year term, expiring April 1, 2015
Reappoint Joseph LeGath 1423 Hickory Way Racine, 53405 to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services for a 3 year term, expiring April 1, 2016
Reappoint Alderman Terry McCarthy 317 West Blvd Racine, 53405 to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services for a 1 year term, expiring April 1, | Considered as Reported | Pass |
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Res.13-0162
| A | | Cases of Tree-Age | Resolution | Cases of Tree-Age
Resolved, that the bid for Official Notice #5 for nine (9) cases of Tree-age is awarded to Rainbow Tree Care Scientific, they being the low responsive, responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: The cost is $35,352.00. Funds for this purchase are available in account 993.700.5210. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0163
| A | | EMS Equipment Acquisition | Resolution | EMS Equipment Acquisition
Resolved, that permission is granted for the Fire Chief to accept $1,950.71 from CHS, Incorporated, to be used for EMS equipment acquisition.
Fiscal Note: The funds in the amount of $1,950.71 that are being returned to the Fire Department represents equity in CHS that the Fire Department earned in past years. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0164
| A | | Gethsemane Lutheran Church Requesting to Close Blaine Avenue | Resolution | Gethsemane Lutheran Church Requesting to Close Blaine Avenue
Resolved, that Gethsemane Lutheran Church is granted permission to close Blaine Avenue from Washington Avenue north to the alley, on Sunday, May 19, 2013, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for a church carnival.
Further resolved, that permission is granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0165
| A | | Racine Area Veteran's, Inc. Use of City Right-of-Way for Memorial Day Parade | Resolution | Racine Area Veteran's, Inc. Use of City Right-of-Way for Memorial Day Parade
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Racine Area Veteran's, Inc. to use certain City streets for the Memorial Day Parade, to start at the intersection of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard, then proceed north on West Boulevard to Osborne Boulevard, and Osborne Boulevard to Graceland Cemetery, on Monday, May 27, 2013, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. in conjunction with this City-sponsored event. The detour for STH 20 is Lathrop Avenue, 16th Street and Taylor Avenue.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to provide assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: This event is co-sponsored by the City of Racine; therefore, the requirement for a formal agreement, requiring hold harmless, an insurance certificate and any overtime charges for additional policemen are not needed. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0166
| A | | Paint Intersection of 10th and Center Streets | Resolution | Paint Intersection of 10th and Center Streets
Resolved, that Walden III is granted permission to paint the intersection of 10th and Center Streets with the following stipulations:
A. Painting must be done with aggregate paints only.
B. Walden III must provide a layout for approval by the Commissioner of Public Works.
C. The painting shall be maintained on an annual basis.
D. Students must wear orange safety vests at all times within the street right-of-way while performing this work.
E. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0167
| A | | Policy and Procedures for Notification of Code Violations | Resolution | Policy and Procedures for Notification of Code Violations
Resolved, that the policies and procedures for notification of code violations are amended to include the occupant as well as the property owner in violation notifications.
Fiscal Note: Funding cannot be determined at this time. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0168
| A | | Prelminary Resolution - Spring Valley Drive | Resolution | Preliminary - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
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:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Spring Valley Drive - Spring Street to Harrington Drive
SEWER AND WATER LATERALS
Spring Valley Drive - Spring Street to Harrington Drive
2. Said public improvement shall consist of PORTLAND CEMENT 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 c | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0169
| A | | Contract 9-13 (K3-009), 2013 Concrete Street Paving Assessable (R1) | Resolution | Contract 9-13 (K3-009), 2013 Concrete Street Paving Assessable (R1)
Resolved, that Contract 9-13 (K3-009), 2013 Concrete Street Paving Assessable (R1), is awarded to Cornerstone Pavers, LLC, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $656,588.17, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$362,823.26 - Account 906.000.5010, Concrete Street Paving
$ 10,319.18 - Account 906.000.5310, New Curb & Gutter
$ 10,800.00 - Account 906.000.5410, Sanitary Sewers (Laterals)
$ 10,575.00 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Loc.
$ 26,979.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc.
$ 88,538.66 - Account 992.590.5010, Replace City Circuits
$106,553.07 - Account 993.908.5010, Concrete Street Paving, Misc. Loc.
$ 40,000.00 - Account 992.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$656,588.17 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0170
| A | | Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase II (South) (R1) | Resolution | Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase II (South) (R1)
Resolved, that Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase II (South) (R1), is awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $389,217.75, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 73,945.50 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. (2013)
$ 36,050.00 - Account 993.908.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2013)
$279,222.25 - Account 906.000.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2013)
$389,217.75 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0171
| A | | Contract 20-13 (K3-020), 2013 Traffic Signal Replacement-6th & Marquette | Resolution | Contract 20-13 (K3-020), 2013 Traffic Signal Replacement-6th & Marquette
Resolved, that Contract 20-13 (K3-020), Traffic Signal Replacement-6th & Marquette, is awarded to Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $131,831.70, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$102,831.70 - Account 993.600.5010, Traffic Signals
$ 10,000.00 - Account 992.590.5010, Street Lighting (2012)
$ 10,000.00 - Account 993.590.5010, Street Lighting (2013)
$ 9,000.00 - Account 993.590.5010, Replacement Curb & Gutter
$131,831.70 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0172
| A | | Professional Services Agreement - Contract 29-13 (K3-032) - PS - 2013 Underwater Bridge Inspection Services | Resolution | Professional Services Agreement - Contract 29-13 (K3-032) - PS - 2013 Underwater Bridge Inspection Services
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates for Contract 29-13 (K3-032), 2013 Underwater Bridge Inspection Services, in the not-to-exceed amount of $11,750.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 6,500.00 - Account 943.520.5020, Bridges Underwater Inspection
$ 5,250.00 - Account 930.993.5030, Underwater Inspection Lift Bridges
$11,750.00 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0173
| A | | Change Order No. 2 to Contract 55-12 (K2-066), HVAC Upgrades at Library | Resolution | Change Order No. 2 to Contract 55-12 (K2-066), HVAC Upgrades at Library
Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 55-12 (K2-066), HVAC Upgrade at Library, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor, is approved in the amount of $26,200.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 992.255.5010, Library HVAC Replacement. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0174
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 06-13 (K3-006) - 2013 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), regarding the 5th Street boat launch | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 06-13 (K3-006) - 2013 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), regarding the 5th Street boat launch
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 6-13 (K3-006), 2013 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, is approved in the amount of $58,600.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be transferred from Account 993.700.5040, Pershing Park Boat Launch Lot Replacement, to Account 993.700.5110, Pershing Boat Launch Emergency Repair. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0175
| A | | Amendment No. 2 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue | Resolution | Amendment No. 2 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue
Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 to the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Strand Associates, Inc., State Contract ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH38) - Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue, is approved in the amount of $7,957.89, with the City's share being $1,989.47 (25%) and the State share being $5,968.42 (75%).
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 992.908.5060, Northwestern-Memorial to Golf. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0176
| A | | Final Resolution - Street Paving | Resolution | FINAL RESOLUTION - STREET PAVING
Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & 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 9th day of April, 2013 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
Lighthouse Drive - Steeplechase Drive to Queens Court
North Bay Drive - Saxony Drive to Sheffield Drive
SEWER & WATER
Lighthouse Drive - Steeplechase Drive to Queens Court
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.
2. That the Commissioner of Public Works is directed to advertise for bids and to carry out the work of such | Referred | |
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Res.13-0177
| A | | Amend 2013 Budget | Resolution | Amend 2013 Budget
Resolved, that an Amendment to the 2013 Adopted Budget implementing certain staff reductions and furloughs is adopted, to wit:
That three furlough days off during calendar year 2013 be implemented for non-essential City of Racine personnel;
(It is anticipated that each furlough day will generate approximately $100,000 in savings)
Budget adjustments to reflect eliminated positions are as follows:
That the Building Inspection Department be reorganized, resulting in the elimination of one inspector position;
That the subsidy to the Racine Public Library be reduced in an amount equal to two employee positions;
That three Private/Firefighter positions in the Racine Fire Department not be filled during 2013;
And that the following positions be eliminated: one Customer Service Representative position in the Racine Police Department, three Truck Driver positions and one Secretary II position in the Department of Public Works, three Equipment Operator positions in the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services, and one Customer Service Spec | Adopted | Pass |
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ZOrd.002-13
| A | | ZOrd.002-13 - AN ORDINANCE REZONING 718 GRAND AVENUE | Zoning Ordinance | Zoning Ordinance - ZOrd.002-13
AN ORDINANCE REZONING 718 GRAND AVENUE
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the property located at 718 Grand Avenue and more particularly described as follows:
“Said lands being in Racine County WI, City of Racine, in the northeast ¼ of the northwest ¼ of Section 16, Township 3 North, Range 23 east, more particularly described as follows: being the western 1/2 of block 48 of the School Section, Lots 4, 5, 6 plus part of Lot 3 beginning at the southwest corner of said Lot, then east 52.98 FT along the south line of said Lot, then Northwesterly to a point on the northerly line of said Lot, then 14.3 feet northeasterly to the northwest corner of said lot, then southwesterly along the northerly lot line of said lot, than 14.3 feet to the northwest corner of said Lot, then south along the west line of said Lot to the point of beginning, said lands containing 27,700 square feet +/- ( 0.64 acres ).”
be rezoned from B-4 Central | Referred | Fail |
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