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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 11/5/2013 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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13-9517 A Communication from the Finance Director requesting to refer Section 46-64 of the City of Racine Municipal Code to the Finance and Personnel Committee at their next scheduled meeting on Monday, November 11, 2013 for revocation. (Ord. 17-13)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to refer Section 46-64 of the City of Racine Municipal Code to the Finance and Personnel Committee at their next scheduled meeting on Monday, November 11, 2013 for revocation. (Ord. 17-13) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-11-13: Section 46-64 of the City of Racine Municipal Code be amended from 25 percent to 5 percent of the health insurance fund appropriations adopted for the subsequent budget year. Fiscal Note: Stop Loss Insurance policies have reduced the need to carry reserves of 25 percent.Referred  Action details Not available
13-9518 A Semi-annual Certification RCEDC (Res. No. 13-0447)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation requesting a semi-annual certification of the industrial/commercial revolving loan fund to the U.S. Economic Development Administration. (Res. No. 13-0447) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-11-13: To approve the semi-annual certification of the industrial/commercial revolving loan fund to the U.S. Economic Development Administration. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
13-9519 A BID No. 1 2014 Operating Plan (Res. No. 13-0448)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Director of City Development submitting a request from Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine, for approval of its proposed 2014 operating plan. (Res. No. 13-0448) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-11-13: That the 2014 Operating Plan for the Board of Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown Racine dated September 25, 2013, be approved and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated $206,800 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Downtown Racine B.I.D.Referred  Action details Not available
13-9520 A Douglas BID Operating Plan 2014 (Res. No. 13-0449)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Director of City Development submitting a request from Business Improvement District No. 4, Douglas Avenue, for approval of its proposed 2014 operating plan. (Res. No. 13-0449) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-11-13: That the 2014 Operating Plan for the Board of Business Improvement District No. 4 - Douglas Avenue dated October 9, 2013, be approved and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated $52,500 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Douglas Avenue B.I.D.Referred  Action details Not available
13-9521 A 2014 Uptown BID Operating Plan (Res. No. 13-0450)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Director of City Development submitting a request from Business Improvement District No. 3, Uptown, for approval of its proposed 2014 operating plan. (Res. No. 13-0450) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-11-13: That the 2014 Operating Plan for the Board of Business Improvement District No. 3 - Uptown dated October 3, 2013, be approved and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated $38,000 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Uptown B.I.D.Referred  Action details Not available
13-9522 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to accept Human Trafficking Funding. (Res. No. 13-0446)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to accept Human Trafficking Funding. (Res. No. 13-0446) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-11-13: Establish an account to accept gifts and donations up to $1,000.00 in support of the Human Trafficking Task Force. Fiscal Note: Gifts and donations less than or equal to $1,000.00 that do not require any match will not need to be presented to the Finance and Personnel Committee for approval. Gifts and donations over $1,000.00 or grant fund applications will need to be presented for approval.Referred  Action details Not available
13-9515 A Drainage issue at 3320 Daisy Lane which was caused by a design flaw.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Jennifer Poppler regarding a drainage issue at 3320 Daisy Lane which was caused by a design flaw. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-12-13: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-13: That the City extend the existing storm sewer in public right-of-way along Daisy Lane subject to the property owner at 3320 Daisy Lane installing their necessary storm sewer run on private property to connect to this extension. Fiscal Note: The estimated project cost is $12,000 with funding to be covered by the Racine Storm Water Utility funds.Referred  Action details Not available
13-9516 A St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon. (Res. No. 13-0451)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kara Kading requesting to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon. (Res. No. 13-0451) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-12-13: That St. John's Lutheran School be granted permission to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 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. 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 aReferred  Action details Not available
13-9516 A St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon. (Res. No. 13-0451)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kara Kading requesting to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon. (Res. No. 13-0451) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-12-13: That St. John's Lutheran School be granted permission to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 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. 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 aReferred  Action details Not available
13-9503 A RUSD request for a barrier on Rapids Drive to direct pedestrian traffic to the crosswalks.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District, on behalf of RUSD, requesting a barrier on Rapids Drive to direct pedestrian traffic to the crosswalks. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-12-13: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-14: That this communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
13-9524 A Study for the replacement or upgrade of the Safety Building. (Res. No. 13-0453)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting a study for the replacement or upgrade of the Safety Building. (Res. No. 13-0453) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-12-13: That a study be conducted for the replacement or upgrade of the Safety Building for an amount not-to-exceed $25,000.00. Further recommend that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for funding. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-25-13: A study for the possible replacement of the Safety Building be conducted at a not-to-exceed amount of $25,000. Also, that $25,000 be transferred from account 943.000.5520, 2013 Capital Equipment Replacement-Recaptured Funds, to 943.210.5010, Safety Building Study. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
13-9472 A Dino's Pizza LLCCommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Dino's Pizza LLC, located at 515 Sixth Street, David Ferderer, Agent. (1st District). Recommendation from the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on November 11, 2013: The application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Dino's Pizza, LLC be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
Res.13-0422 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $4,450,000 General Obligation Refunding BondsResolutionRESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $4,450,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") hereby finds and determines that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to raise funds for the purpose of refunding obligations of the City, including interest on them, specifically, the 2017 through 2019 maturities of the General Obligation Refunding Bonds, dated October 15, 2005 (the "Refunded 2005 Bonds") and the 2019 and 2020 maturities of the General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2006A, dated October 5, 2006 (the "Refunded 2006 Bonds") (collectively, the "Refunded Obligations") (hereinafter the refinancing of the Refunded Obligations shall be referred to as the "Refunding"), and there are insufficient funds on hand to pay said cost; WHEREAS, the Common Council deems it to be necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to refund the Refunded Obligations for the purpose of achieving debt service cost savings; WHEREAS, cities are authorized by the provisioAdoptedPass Action details Not available
13-9447 A Final payment on Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0427)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0427) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: That the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $27,076.33. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-2969, dated February 22, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9411 A Ragnar Relay Chicago 2013 race requesting permission to use city right-of-way on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Res. No. 13-0423)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Race Director of the Ragnar Relay Chicago 2014 race requesting permission to use city right-of-way on Saturday, June 7, 2014. (Res. No. 13-0423) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Ragnar Relay Chicago 2014 Race to use certain city streets for the period of 12:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2014, and to use city right-of-way (sidewalks and parking lanes) along the following streets: Start at Main Street and Three Mile Road (city limits) South on Main St. to Carlton Dr. West on Carlton Dr. to Erie St. South on Erie St. to Melvin Ave. East on Melvin Ave. to Main St. South on Main St. to Goold St. East on Goold St. to Michigan Blvd. South on Michigan Blvd. to Dodge St. West on Dodge St. to Main St. South on Main St. to Gas Light Dr. East on Gas Light Dr. to Lake Ave. South on Lake Ave. to 6th St. East on 6th St. to Pershing Park Dr. South on Pershing Park Dr. to 11th St. West on 11th St. to Main St. South on Main St. to 16th St. West on 16th St.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9449 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway, Industrial (Res. No. 13-0426)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0426) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $76.33. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 992.200.5010, City Hall Annex Tuckpointing.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9460 A Downtown Racine Corporation for the use right of way for The "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 11-13, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0425)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation for the use right of way for The "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 11-13, 2014. (Res. No. 13-0425) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on city sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 11, 2014 until they melt, with the following stipulations: A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements. B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements. C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney’s office and a $75.00 processing fee paid. D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney’s office. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9461 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 25-12 (K2-027) - 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1), D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 13-0428)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 25-12 (K2-027) - 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1), D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 13-0428) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: That Change Order No. 1 to Contract 25-12 (K2-027), 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1), D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of $5,667.60. Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease of $5,667.60 to the contract price. Funding account to be adjusted is 906.000.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2012 Budgets).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9462 A Final payment on Contract 25-12 (K2-027) - 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1), D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 13-0429)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting final payment on Contract 25-12 (K2-027) - 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1), D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 13-0429) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: That the work done by D.C. Burbach, Inc. under Contract 25-12 (K2-027), 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $217,557.25. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-3103, dated May 1, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9480 A 2013 Pavement Management System Summary Report.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the 2013 Pavement Management System Summary Report. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9504 A State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70 Durand Avenue (STH 11), Kearney Avenue to Sheridan Road (STH 32). (Res. No. 13-0430)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70 Durand Avenue (STH 11), Kearney Avenue to Sheridan Road (STH 32). (Res. No. 13-0430) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 2-party agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for reconstructing Durand Avenue (STH 11) from Kearney Avenue to Sheridan Road (STH 32), State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70, in the amount of $3,650,500.00 with the City’s share being $140,125.00 and the State’s share being $3,510,375.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the City’s share of this project will be included in a future CIP.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9513 A Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to use city right-of-way for the annual Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 9, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0424)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to use city right-of-way for the annual Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 9, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0424) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-29-13: That the Downtown Racine Corporation be granted permission to close Ontario Street, State Street between Ontario Street and Main Street, Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 9, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for the Downtown Holiday Parade with the following conditions: 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. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event. E. The sponsor shall be responsible for the signing of the necessary detours for the State Highway route. F. The sponsor shall pay a $750 special event Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9450 A Communication requesting Change of Agent for Vero's LLC, (dba Vero's) 211 Sixth Street - Anthony Wooden, Agent, "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license (1st District).CommunicationSubject: Communication requesting Change of Agent for Vero's LLC, (dba Vero's) 211 Sixth Street - Anthony Wooden, Agent, "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license (1st District).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9451 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0431)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting authorization of final payment for Contract 62-12 (K2-073), Bryant Center Replacement Lighting. (Res. No. 13-0431) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee October 21, 2013: That the final payment for Contract 62-12 (K2-073), Bryant Center Replacement Lighting be approved. Fiscal Note: Final payment of $4,619.25 for a total contract amount of $61,590.00 be appropriated from account 992.680.5010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9452 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0432)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting authorization for payment of Change Order #1 for Contract 23-13 (K3-023) Johnson Park Tee & Green Rehab. (Res. No. 13-0432) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee October 21, 2013: That Change Order #1 for Contract 23-13 (K3-023) Johnson Park Tee & Green Rehab be approved. Fiscal Note: Payment of $12,348.00 for a total contract amount of $248,098.00 be appropriated from Johnson Park Rebuild Tees and Greens 107.000.5750.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9453 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0433)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting authorization of final payment for professional golf course architectural services by Lohmann Golf Designs. (Res. No. 13-0433) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee October 21, 2013: That the final payment for professional golf course architectural services by Lohmann Golf Designs be approved. Fiscal Note: Final payment of $4,412.50 for a total contract amount of $7,912.50 be appropriated from Johnson Park Rebuild Tees and Greens 107.000.5750.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9466 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0434)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services submitting bids for contact 57-13 (K3-062) Pershing Soccer Facility Roof & Exterior Repairs. (Res. No. 13-0434) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on October 21, 2013: That contract 57-13 (K3-062) Pershing Soccer Facility Roof & Exterior Repairs be awarded to Kaschak Roofing as the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the following accounts: 993.700.5080 - Pershing Soccer Facility Roof Repair - $50,000 993.700.5090 - Pershing Soccer Facility Exterior Repair - $24,000 992.700.5100 - Pershing Park Parking Lot Asphalt - $30,000Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9184 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting a review of Ordinance 94-145 - Parking Prohibited Between 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM; Exceptions.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting a review of Ordinance 94-145 - Parking Prohibited Between 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM; Exceptions. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 08-19-13: Deferred Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-16-13: Deferred Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-21-13: Recommends that Section 94-145 (6) of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relating to "Parking prohibited between 2:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M." be deleted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9253 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer proposing an Ordinance regarding "right turn only" during the months of June, July and August on the east approach of Hoffert Drive and Michigan Boulevard.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer proposing an Ordinance regarding "right turn only" during the months of June, July and August on the east approach of Hoffert Drive and Michigan Boulevard. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 08-19-13: Deferred Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-16-13: Deferred Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-21-13: Recommends that the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9383 A Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting Common Council to rescind Council action taken on July 2, 2013 regarding approval of a request for right-turn only off Hoffert Drive for the months of June, July and August.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting Common Council to rescind Council action taken on July 2, 2013 regarding approval of a request for right-turn only off Hoffert Drive for the months of June, July and August. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-21-13: Recommends that 13-9103 be rescinded. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9454 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer recommending a mandatory right-turn lane on the north approach (SB Ohio Street) of the Washington Avenue and Ohio Street intersection.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer recommending a mandatory right-turn lane on the north approach (SB Ohio Street) of the Washington Avenue and Ohio Street intersection. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-21-13: Recommends that the request to install a mandatory right turn lane on Ohio Street, southbound, to Washington Avenue, westbound, be granted. Further recommends that Section 94-94, Mandatory right turns, be amended to include; The operator of a vehicle proceeding southerly on Ohio Street and approaching Washington Avenue in the lane furthest to the right shall turn right onto Washington Avenue and shall not proceed in any other direction. Fiscal Note: There is a nominal cost to sign and mark pavement to implement this change.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9455 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting gap studies for the possible removal of additional crossing guards for the 4-year old pre-school programs. (Res. No. 13-0435)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting gap studies for the possible removal of additional crossing guards for the 4-year old pre-school programs. (Res. No. 13-0435) Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-21-13: Recommends that the mid-session crossing guards be eliminated at the following locations for the 2013 - 2014 school year: Byrd Avenue & Ohio Street Byrd Avenue & Roosevelt Avenue Kewaunee Street & North Main Street La Salle Street & North Street 16th Street & Grange Avenue 16th Street & West Boulevard Bates Street & Taylor Avenue Durand Avenue & Drexel Avenue Mars Avenue & Yout Street Fiscal Note: This will reduce the Police Administration 101.311.5020 - Other Salaries budget by $34,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9467 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Racine Police Department requesting changes to parking signage restrictions surrounding St. Lucy's School at 3035 Drexel Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Racine Police Department requesting changes to parking signage restrictions surrounding St. Lucy's School at 3035 Drexel Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-21-13: Recommends that No parking and stopping zones on Drexel Avenue and Carpenter Street be changed from 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. to 6:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. on any school day. Further recommends that Schedule F of Section 94-141 be amended to create "No stopping, standing or parking from 6:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. on any school day except for school buses". Further recommends that this new section be amended to include: 1. Drexel Avenue, east side, from 240 feet south of Durand Avenue south 330 feet. 2. Carpenter Street, west side, from Winthrop Avenue north 315 feet. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9469 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Racine Police Department requesting changes to parking signage restrictions surrounding Red Apple Elementary School at 914 St. Patrick Street.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Racine Police Department requesting changes to parking signage restrictions surrounding Red Apple Elementary School at 914 St. Patrick Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-21-13: Recommends that No parking, standing and stopping 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on school days on Superior Street, west side, from 273 feet north of St. Patrick Street, north 108 feet; and LaSalle Street, east side, from 237 feet north of St. Patrick Street, north 121 feet be changed to No Parking Loading zone. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9471 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of Dr. Nancy Wood (3624 Washington Avenue), requesting a limited parking zone on West Lawn Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of Dr. Nancy Woods (3624 Washington Avenue), requesting a limited parking zone on West Lawn Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-21-13: Recommends that Schedule G of Section 94-143 be amended to create "One-hour parking from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. except Sundays and holidays". Further recommends that this new section be amended to include "West Lawn Avenue, east side, north 45 feet of Washington Avenue north 25 feet". Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9512 A In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted: A. Recommends that Section 94-141 (9) of Schedule F of the MunicipalCommunicationSubject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted: A. Recommends that Section 94-141 (9) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No stopping, standing or parking form 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on any school day except for school buses" be amended: By Deleting: 1. Drexel Avenue, east side, from 240 feet south of Durand Avenue south 330 feet.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9443 A CU 1510 Junction Avenue (Res. No. 13-0436)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Ron Guarascio Jr., representing Teresa Sanchez, for a conditional use permit to operate a restaurant at 1510 Junction Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0436) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-30-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9494 A CU 1914 Carter Street (Res. No. 13-0437)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Nathan Lukow for conditional use approval to utilize the property at 1914 Carter Street for work and repair on his personal vehicles. (PC-13) (Res. No. 13-0437) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-30-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9495 A CU 232 Main Street (Res. No. 13-0438)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Darren Hutcherson for a conditional use approval to operate a tattoo shop with light retail at 232 Main Street. (PC-13) (Res. No. 13-0438) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-30-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9496 A CU 3131 Taylor Avenue Bldg. 5 (Res. No. 13-0439)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Rebecca Rannow seeking a conditional use permit to operate a daycare center at 3131 Taylor Avenue, Building #5. (Res. No. 13-0439) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-30-13: That the item be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9497 A CU 1241 Frederick Street (Res. No. 13-0440)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Pedro Hernandez seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair and detailing business at 1241 Frederick Street. (PC-13) (Res. No. 13-0440) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission meeting on 10-30-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9498 A CU 1508 Junction Avenue (Res. No. 13-0441)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Richard and Sparkus Morris seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto detailing and repair business at 1508 Junction Avenue. (PC-13) (Res. No. 13-0441) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-30-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9499 A CU Amend 5801 21st Street (Res. No. 13-0442)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Jerome Campbell of Campbell Construction JD, Inc. seeking an amendment to the conditional use permit at 5801 21st Street for a façade remodeling project for Culver's. (PC-13) (Res. No. 13-0442) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-30-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9448 A 2014 Annual Action Plan (Res. No. 13-0443)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Approval of the 2014 Annual Housing and Community Development Plan (Annual Action Plan). (Res. No. 13-0443) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 10-16-13: That the 2014 Annual Housing and Community Development Plan, including $300,000 in local option funds, be approved. Fiscal Note: The plan is a guide to the allocation of 2014 community development funding. It anticipates the city will receive $1,695,000 in CDBG funds plus $300,000 from local option funds, $400,000 in HOME funds and $117,000 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9458 A 1248 Washington Avenue US EPA Brownfield Cleanup (Res. No. 13-0444)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director seeking approval to access funds from the City of Racine US EPA Brownfield Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund to assist in the environmental remediation of 1248 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0444) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 10-14-13: That the Authority access funds from the City of Racine United States Environmental Protection Agency Brownfield Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund (US EPA BC-RLF) and TID 16; and That the Director of City Development, or his designee, to act on behalf of the Authority to: submit an application for a $25,000 subgrant from the US EPA BC-RLF to aid in the site cleanup of 1248 Washington Avenue (aka the Nelson Electric property), sign all forms and ducments necessary, pay all fees, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved subgrant activities. Fiscal Note: The subgrant will be from the City's US EPA BC-RLF for $25,000. There are sufficient funds in TID 16 to pay the balance ($5,000) of the remediation expenses, and in the capital budget fApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9459 A Stantec and Davis Bacon compliance (Res. No. 13-0445)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director seeking approval of a contract amendment for Stantec Consulting Services Inc. to provide Davis Bacon compliance services for brownfield remediation projects. (Res. No. 13-0445) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 10-14-13: That an amendment to the existing agreement between Stanec and the City for services associated with the City's brownfield cleanup efforts is deemed appropriate given Stantec's knowledge of the WEDC and EPA BC-RLF grant content as related to specfic sites and their conditions, the design of the remediation plans, and their ability to expeditiously respond to the need for subsequent analysis of, or amendments and changes thereto. Further, that Brian F.O'Connell, Executive Director, or his authorized agent to act on the behalf of the Authority to effectuate an amendment to the existing agreement between Stantec and the City for Davis Bacon compliance service associated with City's multiple brownfield cleanup grants, sign doucments, and take necessary action to undertake, direct,Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9523 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Appoint Sharon Campbell 725 Florence Ave Racine 53402 to the Community Development Committee filling a current vacancy expiring May 1, 2014Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9128 A Communication from Alderman Helding to propose entering into an intergovernmental agreement with Kenosha pertaining to Ethics Board Hearing procedures and revising our Ethics Code to adhere with the terms of the intergovernmental agreement. (Ord. No. 11-1CommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman Helding to propose entering into an intergovernmental agreement with Kenosha pertaining to Ethics Board Hearing procedures and revising our Ethics Code to adhere with the terms of the intergovernmental agreement. (Ord. No. 11-13) Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 07-29-2013: the City Attorney be directed to negotiate an intergovernmental agreement with the Kenosha City Attorney for effecting an ethics complaint processing ordinance. Recommendation of the City Attorney on 10-23-2013: the Item be referred to Committee of the Whole for review and approval of the proposed intergovernmental agreement and revisions to the Ethics Code. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 01-07-2014: the Item be deferred. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 01-21-2014: the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0423 A Ragnar Relay Chicago 2014ResolutionRagnar Relay Chicago 2014 Resolved, that permission is granted to the sponsor of the Ragnar Relay Chicago 2014 Race to use certain City streets for the period of 12:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2014, and to use City right-of-way (sidewalks and parking lanes) along the following streets: Start at Main Street and Three Mile Road (city limits) South on Main St. to Carlton Dr. West on Carlton Dr. to Erie St. South on Erie St. to Melvin Ave. East on Melvin Ave. to Main St. South on Main St. to Goold St. East on Goold St. to Michigan Blvd. South on Michigan Blvd. to Dodge St. West on Dodge St. to Main St. South on Main St. to Gas Light Dr. East on Gas Light Dr. to Lake Ave. South on Lake Ave. to 6th St. East on 6th St. to Pershing Park Dr. South on Pershing Park Dr. to 11th St. West on 11th St. to Main St. South on Main St. to 16th St. West on 16th St. to Wisconsin Ave. South on Wisconsin Ave. to 21st St. West on 21st St. to Roosevelt Park Dr. South on Roosevelt Park Dr. to 24th St. West on 24th St. to Racine St. South on Racine St. to Durand Ave. (tAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0424 A 2014 Annual Holiday ParadeResolution2014 Annual Holiday Parade Resolved, that the Downtown Racine Corporation is granted permission to close Ontario Street, State Street between Ontario Street and Main Street, Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 9, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for the Downtown Holiday Parade with the following conditions: 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. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event. E. The sponsor shall be responsible for the signing of the necessary detours for the State Highway route. F. The sponsor shall pay a $750 special event fee. Further resolved, lthat the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide any necessary assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There wilAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0425 A 2014 "Big Chill" Snow and Ice Carving EventResolution2014 "Big Chill" Snow and Ice Carving Event Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on City sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 11, 2014 until they melt, with the following stipulations: A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements. B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements. C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney’s office and a $75.00 processing fee paid. D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney’s office. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0426 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson ParkwayResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $76.33. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 992.200.5010, City Hall Annex Tuckpointing.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0427 A Final Payment on Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson ParkwayResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway Resolved, that the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 15-12 (K2-016), Professional Services-Masonry Restoration at City Hall, City Hall Annex and Sam Johnson Parkway, are accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $27,076.33. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-2969, dated February 22, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0428 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 25-12 (K2-027) - 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1)ResolutionChange Order No. 1 to Contract 25-12 (K2-027) - 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 to Contract 25-12 (K2-027), 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1), D.C. Burbach, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of $5,667.60. Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease of $5,667.60 to the contract price. Funding account to be adjusted is 906.000.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2012 Budgets).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0429 A Final Payment on Contract 25-12 (K2-027) - 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1)ResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 25-12 (K2-027) - 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1) Resolved, that the work done by D.C. Burbach, Inc. under Contract 25-12 (K2-027), 2012 Alley Paving Assessable (R1), is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $217,557.25. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-3103, dated May 1, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0430 A State / Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70 Durand Avenue (STH 11), Kearney Avenue to Sheridan Road (STH 32)ResolutionState / Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70 Durand Avenue (STH 11), Kearney Avenue to Sheridan Road (STH 32) Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a 2-party agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for reconstructing Durand Avenue (STH 11) from Kearney Avenue to Sheridan Road (STH 32), State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70, in the amount of $3,650,500.00 with the City’s share being $140,125.00 and the State’s share being $3,510,375.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the City’s share of this project will be included in a future CIP.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0431 A Final payment for Contract 62-12 (K2-073), Bryant Center Replacement LightingResolutionFinal payment for Contract 62-12 (K2-073), Bryant Center Replacement Lighting Resolved, that the final payment for Contract 62-12 (K2-073), Bryant Center Replacement Lighting is approved. Fiscal Note: Final payment of $4,619.25 for a total contract amount of $61,590.00 be appropriated from account 992.680.5010.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0432 A Change Order #1 for Contract 23-13 (K3-023) Johnson Park Tee & Green RehabResolutionChange Order #1 for Contract 23-13 (K3-023) Johnson Park Tee & Green Rehab Resolved, that Change Order #1 for Contract 23-13 (K3-023) Johnson Park Tee & Green Rehab is approved. Fiscal Note: Payment of $12,348.00 for a total contract amount of $248,098.00 be appropriated from Johnson Park Rebuild Tees and Greens 107.000.5750.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0433 A Final payment for Professional Golf Course Architectural Services by Lohmann Golf DesignsResolutionFinal payment for Professional Golf Course Architectural Services by Lohmann Golf Designs Resolved, that the final payment for professional golf course architectural services by Lohmann Golf Designs is approved. Fiscal Note: Final payment of $4,412.50 for a total contract amount of $7,912.50 be appropriated from Johnson Park Rebuild Tees and Greens 107.000.5750.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0434 A Contract 57-13 (K3-062) Pershing Soccer Facility Roof & Exterior RepairsResolutionContract 57-13 (K3-062) Pershing Soccer Facility Roof & Exterior Repairs Resolved, that contract 57-13 (K3-062) Pershing Soccer Facility Roof & Exterior Repairs is awarded to Kaschak Roofing as the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the following accounts: 993.700.5080 - Pershing Soccer Facility Roof Repair - $50,000.00 993.700.5090 - Pershing Soccer Facility Exterior Repair - $24,000.00 992.700.5100 - Pershing Park Parking Lot Asphalt - $30,000AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0435 A Removal of Additional Crossing Guards for the 4-year old Pre-school ProgramsResolutionRemoval of Additional Crossing Guards for the 4-year old Pre-school Programs Resolved, that the mid-session crossing guards are eliminated at the following locations for the 2013 - 2014 school year: Byrd Avenue & Ohio Street Byrd Avenue & Roosevelt Avenue Kewaunee Street & North Main Street La Salle Street & North Street 16th Street & Grange Avenue 16th Street & West Boulevard Bates Street & Taylor Avenue Durand Avenue & Drexel Avenue Mars Avenue & Yout Street Fiscal Note: This will reduce the Police Administration 101.311.5020 - Other Salaries budget by $34,000.00.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0436 A Restaurant at 1510 Junction AvenueResolutionRestaurant at 1510 Junction Avenue That the request by Ron Guarascio Jr., representing Teresa Sanchez, for a conditional use permit to operate a restaurant at 1510 Junction Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 30, 2013, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the hours and days the facility is open to the general public for regular business be 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., daily. d. That the outside smoking area shall be confined to the sidewalk along Junction Avenue, directly in front of the building at 1510 Junction Avenue. e. That the following shall be accomplished prior to the establishment opening for regular business: 1. Submit scaled drawing indicating the removal of obsolete signage and installation of new signage in accordance with a plan provided to the Director of City Development for review and approval. 2. Screening of trash and recycling conAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0437 A Garage Structure at 1914 Carter StreetResolutionGarage Structure at 1914 Carter Street That the request by Nathan Lukow to utilize the garage structure at 1914 Carter Street for private, non-commercial use for personal automobile repair and interior remodel for private use is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 30th, 2013 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the facility be utilized only for the hobby automobile repair activity of the owner, and the storage of materials and equipment shall be indoors. There shall be no outdoor storage allowed. d. That work on vehicles shall cease from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week. e. That at no time shall this location be used as a living residence by the applicant / owner, or rented as a living residence to any other party. Use of this structure in any way as a residence is prohibited. f. That the work on the vehicles shall require property ventilation and thAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0438 A Tattoo Establishment at 232 Main StreetResolutionTattoo Establishment at 232 Main Street That the request by Darren Hutcherson to operate a tattoo establishment at 232 Main Street is approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all license requirements with the State Department of Health and the City of Racine be obtained, complied with, and kept current. c. That the applicant shall provide information on the location of a trash area or dumpster enclosure, with said location and enclosure, if required, to be reviewed and approved by the Department of City Development prior to issuance of an occupancy permit. All sharps or other equipment used in administering tattoos shall be disposed of in accordance with State and local regulations. d. That no loitering in or around the building shall be permitted. e. That the hours of operation shall be 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. seven days a week. f. That the sale of food or drink shall not be allowed. g. That all signs shall be profesAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0439 A Daycare Center at 3131 Taylor Avenue, Building 5ResolutionDaycare Center at 3131 Taylor Avenue, Building 5 That the request for a conditional use permit for a daycare center in Building 5 at 3131 Taylor Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 30, 2013 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That by approving this conditional use permit, it is acknowledged that an exception is being granted to the Zoning Ordinance, Section 114-428.(4)d., in that this daycare will be located within 1,000 feet of an existing daycare operation, located on the same campus. c. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and that all required permits be obtained. d. That all staff members providing care be properly trained and licensed as required by the State of Wisconsin. e. That all grounds be maintained on a daily basis. f. That the hours of operation be from 5:30 a.m. through 11:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. g. That the loading and unloading of children shall be conducted on-site and not block any driveways or parking areas within tAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0440 A Auto Repair and Detailing Business at 1421 Frederick StreetResolutionAuto Repair and Detailing Business at 1421 Frederick Street That the request by Pedro Hernandez seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair and detailing business at 1241 Frederick Street is approved, subject to the following condtions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 30, 2013, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. d. That prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit, all trash, debris, junk and construction equipment be removed from the property. e. That by June 1, 2014 the following shall be accomplished: 1. Landscaping shall be replanted in accordance with plans to be submitted for review and approval to the Department of City Development. 2. Installation of privacy slats in the north and east fences. Slat colors and materials to be presented to the Director of City Development for review and approvAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0441 A Auto Detailing and Repair Business at 1508 JunctionResolutionAuto Detailing and Repair Business at 1508 Junction That the request by Richard and Sparkus Morris seeking a conditional use permit to operate an auto detailing and repair business at 1508 Junction Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 30, 2013, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. d. That prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit, all trash, debris, junk be removed from the property. e. That by June 1, 2014 the following shall be accomplished: 1. Installation of privacy slats in the north fence. Slat colors and materials to be presented to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to their installations. 2. The parking areas shall be paved and parking areas striped indicating a minimum of 11 code compliant on-site, off-street parking spaces.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0442 A Facade Remodeling Project for Culver's - 5801 21st StreetResolutionFacade Remodeling Project for Culver's - 5801 21st Street That the request by Jerome Campbell of Campbell Construction JD, Inc. seeking an amendment to the conditional use permit at 5801 - 21st Street for a façade remodeling project for Culver’s is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 30, 2013, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. d. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission, and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Common Council. e. That this permit is subject to Plan Commission review for compliance with the listed conditions. Fiscal Note: n/aAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0443 A 2014 Annual Housing and Community Development Plan (Annual Action Plan)Resolution2014 Annual Housing and Community Development Plan (Annual Action Plan) Resolved, that the 2014 Annual Housing and Community Development Plan, including $300,000 in local option funds, is approved. Fiscal Note: The plan is a guide to the allocation of 2014 community development funding. It anticipates the City will receive $1,695,000.00 in CDBG funds plus $300,000.00 from local option funds, $400,000.00 in HOME funds and $117,000.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0444 A US EPA Brownfield Cleanup Revolving Loan FundResolutionUS EPA Brownfield Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund Resolved, that it is approved that the Authority access funds from the City of Racine United States Environmental Protection Agency Brownfield Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund (US EPA BC-RLF) and TID 16; Further resolved, that the Director of City Development, or his designee, to act on behalf of the Authority to: submit an application for a $25,000.00 subgrant from the US EPA BC-RLF to aid in the site cleanup of 1248 Washington Avenue (aka the Nelson Electric property), sign all forms and documents necessary, pay all fees, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved subgrant activities. Fiscal Note: The subgrant will be from the City's US EPA BC-RLF for $25,000. There are sufficient funds in TID 16 to pay the balance ($5,000.00) of the remediation expenses, and in the capital budget for legal fees and other associated costs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0445 A Contract Amendment for Stantec Consulting Services Inc.ResolutionContract Amendment for Stantec Consulting Services Inc. to provide Davis Bacon Compliance Services for Brownfield Remediation Projects Resolved, that an amendment to the existing agreement between Stanec and the City for services associated with the City's brownfield cleanup efforts is deemed appropriate given Stantec's knowledge of the WEDC and EPA BC-RLF grant content as related to specfic sites and their conditions, the design of the remediation plans, and their ability to expeditiously respond to the need for subsequent analysis of, or amendments and changes thereto. Further resolved, that Brian F.O;Connell, Executive Director, or his authorized agent to act on the behalf of the Authority to effectuate an amendment to the existing agreement between Stantec and the City for Davis Bacon compliance service associated with City's multiple brownfield cleanup grants, sign doucments, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved activities. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the City's Brownfield Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund as well as the IntergovernmenAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.16-13 A Ordinance 16-13 Waste TireOrdinanceOrdinance 16-13 To create Sec. 42-37. Waste Tire Generators and Transporters and recreate Sec. 42-28. Payment of Forfeiture in Lieu of Court Appearance to include increased forfeitures for the illegal dumping or accumulation of waste tires, in the Municipal Code of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows: Part 1: To create Sec. 42-37. Waste Tire Generators and Transporters in the Municipal Code of Racine, Wisconsin as follows: “Sec. 42-37. Waste Tire Generators and Transporters. 1. 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: a. Commissioner means the health officer, or the chief building inspector, or a designated representative within either department, or any other city official to whom the commissioner’s functions or duties under this section have been delegated pursuant to a memorandum of understanding. b. Department means the health department, building dReferred  Action details Not available