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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 8/3/2009 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
Due to National Night Out on Tuesday, 8-4-09
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09-3960 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT Badger Tracks Grant (grant control # 2009-033). (Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT Badger Tracks Grant (Grant Control # 2009-033). (Res.09-1557) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-10-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the Wisconsin DOT Badger Tracks Grant (Grant Control # 2009-033). Currently estimated at $73,074 to be used for automated citation issuance and processing equipment. Fiscal Note: No match is required.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3965 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting the transfer of $35,190.00 from the City's Contingency Fund Account. (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting the transfer of $35,190.00 from the City's Contingency Fund Account. (Res.09-1558) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-10-09: $35,190 be transferred from Account 101.311.5010, Police Department Salaries, to Account 101.311.5780, Police Department Licensed Vehicles, to replace a 2006 Crown Victoria squad car, R-4, that was recently totaled out. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. Some insurance proceeds may be received to help offset the total cost of a new vehicle.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3933 A claim of Dorothy MillerClaimSubject: Communication submitting the claim of Dorothy Miller for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-10-09: The claim of Dorothy Miller for alleged injuries and/or property damage on 06/15/09 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3958 A claim of Sharina WalkerClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Sharina Walker for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-10-09: The claim of Sharina Walker requesting reimbursement in an amount in excess of $3,0000.00 for car repairs after an alleged hit and run accident involving a blue utility truck at the intersection of Kewarnee Street near Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on June 25, 2009, be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3975 A Present the 2008 Financial Statements of the City of Racine.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to discuss the 2008 Financial Statements of the City of Racine. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-10-09: To receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3934 A Neighborhood Watch offer to perform public education as required by the City's recycling program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer regarding Neighborhood Watch's offer to perform public education as required by the City's recycling program. (Res.09-1562) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-11-09: That the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to utilize the resources of Neighborhood Watch to perform public education and program enhancements for the city's recycling program on a cost-by-hour basis. Fiscal Note: Funds to cover the cost of these as-needed services are available in Account 289.000.5540, Public Education.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3935 A Preservation Racine request to close the 1700 block of College Avenue on Sunday, September 27, 2009, from 12:00 noon to 5:30 p.m. in conjunction with the annual tour of Historic Homes.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Preservation Racine requesting permission to close the 1700 block of College Avenue on Sunday, September 27, 2009, from 12:00 noon to 5:30 p.m. in conjunction with the annual tour of Historic Homes. (Res.09-1560) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-11-09: Permission be granted to Preservation Racine to close College Avenue from 17th Street to 18th Street, on Sunday, September 27, 2009, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., for a special event following the annual tour of Historic Homes. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to 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 pay a special event fee of $250.00. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in theReferred  Action details Not available
09-3951 A Close portions of Main Street and Sixth Street for the 7th Annual Party on the Pavement on Saturday, October 3, 2009, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to close portions of Main Street and Sixth Street for the 7th Annual Party on the Pavement on Saturday, October 3, 2009, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Res.09-1559) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-11-09: Permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street and Sixth Street from Main Street to Grand Avenue, on Saturday, October 3, 2009, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., for the 7th annual “Party on the Pavement” event. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to 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; and F. The sponsor shall pay a special Referred  Action details Not available
09-3959 A Petition to vacate the alley bounded by Jay Eye See Avenue, Twentieth Street, Case Avenue and Twentyfirst Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Jerry Norphlet-Brantley, 2029 Case Avenue, submitting a petition to vacate the alley bounded by Jay Eye See Avenue, Twentieth Street, Case Avenue and Twentyfirst Avenue. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-11-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3946 A Communication from Caroline and James Chun submitting a petition to exceed the Class A quota limit.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Caroline and James Chun submitting a petition to exceed the Class A quota limit. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-10-09: That petition from Caroline and James Chun to exceed the Class A quota be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3952 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to present the bids for Contract 54-09 (K9-055) Replace Softball Lights - Island Park South.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to present the bids for Contract 54-09 (K9-055) Replace Softball Lights - Island Park South. (Res.09-1603) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-10-09: That the bid for replacement lights (Contract 54-09 (K9-055)) be approved if the Finance and Personnel committee can find the additional funding. Further recommends that the request for additional funding be referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: That the following funds be transferred from accounts 988.700.5010, Front End Loader, $1,766.00; 988.700.5050, North Beach Roof, $33,000.00; 988.700.5070, North Beach Restroom Counters, $1,730.00; and 988.700.5080, Raze Colonial Park Classroom, $2,241.00 for a total of $38,737.00 to account 988.710.5020, Replace Island South Lights. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3970 A Application of Tango Bar LLC., O. Keith Fair, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 509 Sixth Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: Application of Tango Bar LLC., O. Keith Fair, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 509 Sixth Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-10-09: That the application of Tango Bar LLC., O. Keith Fair, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 509 Sixth Street be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3973 A (New) Application of John's Dock, John Durk AgentCommunicationSubject: (New) Application of John's Dock, John Dunk, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 303 Dodge Street. (4th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-10-09: That the application John's Dock, John Dunk, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 303 Dodge Street be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3953 A Communication from Patrick Starken, Racine Unified Transportation Supervisor, requesting additional crossing guards at South Memorial and DeKoven Avenue (Bull Fine Arts & Mitchell Elementary Schools) and State Street (Julian Thomas Elementary).CommunicationSubject: Communication from Patrick Starken, Racine Unified Transportation Supervisor, requesting additional crossing guards at South Memorial and DeKoven Avenue (Bull Fine Arts & Mitchell Elementary Schools) and State Street (Julian Thomas Elementary). Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 08-17-09: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-22-09: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-16-09: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 08-23-10: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3974 A Present the 2007 and 2008 Financial Statements of the City of Racine Transist System.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to discuss the 2007 and 2008 Financial Statements of the City of Racine Transit System. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3961 A SAFE Haven CDBG funds transfer requestCommunicationSubject: Request of SAFE Haven, Inc. to transfer Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the Gang Crime Diversion Task Force to re-roofing the Safe Passage house, 1600 West Sixth Street. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-27-09: That the request of SAFE Haven, Inc. to transfer funds be denied. Fiscal Note: Funds are subject to recapture to the Local Option Fund.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3964 A PNL HOME funds requestCommunicationSubject: Request of Project New Life Community Development Corporation for additional HOME Housing Investment Partnerships funds. (Res.09-1589) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-27-09: That up to $45,677 in HOME Housing Investment Partnership funds be granted to Project New Life Community Development Corporation to complete renovation of 1017 Marquette Street. Fiscal Note: HOME funds are available in the amount recommended.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3894 A Fire Chief requests permission to waive formal bidding to purchase an AreaRAECommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to waive formal bidding in order to purchase an AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Chemical Detection and Monitoring system. (Res.09-1551) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: Formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to purchase an AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Chemical Detection and Monitoring system from Clarey's Safety Equipment in Wisconsin with the stipulation that the equipment be competitively priced. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 268-030-5820 Equipment OJA 2009 Grant. No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3875 A claim of Kathy BergquistClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Kathy Bergquist for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: The claim of Kathy Bergquist, 3360 S. Elmwood Dr., requesting reimbursement of $866.86 for repair expenses to her vehicle allegedly arising from driving under a low hanging tree branch in the 1900 block of Deane Blvd on August 15, 2008 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3879 A claim of Anthony & Nicole TempestaClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Anthony & Nicole Tempesta for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: The claim of Anthony & Nicole Tempesta requesting reimbursement of $2,800 for repair expenses allegedly arising from the failure of the water service line for their home on January 16, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3901 A claim of Al & Cynthia NoehlClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Al & Cynthia Noehl for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: The claim of Al & Cynthia Noehl, 4617 Westway Ave., requesting reimbursement of $357.34 for car repair allegedly arising from driving over a pothole in the southbound lanes of Ohio Street near Olive Street on December 24, 2008 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3902 A claim of Joel ThierfelderClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Joel Thierfelder for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: The claim of Joel Thierfelder, 510 Yout Street, requesting reimbursement of $3,425 for repair expense to his vehicle allegedly arising from a tree branch falling on his parked car on June 19, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3896 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to submit a proposal and accept JAG Recovery Act - Youthful Offender Prevention Initiative 2009 Grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance (Grant Control No. 2009-030) in the amountCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to submit a proposal and accept JAG Recovery Act - Youthful Offender Prevention Initiative 2009 Grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance (Grant Control No. 2009-030) in the amount of $450,000 over a three year period. (Res.09-1549) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to submit a proposal for a $450,000 agreement with the JAG Recovery Act - Youthful Offender Prevention Initiative 2009 Grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance (City Grant Control No. 2009-030) to be sub-granted to an outside agency to hire a juvenile justice coordinator and create and maintain an appropriate database as recommended by the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3898 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the CPS/International Public Management Association for Human Resources Grant for Government Agencies (Grant Control No. 2009-031) in the amount of $25,000.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the CPS/International Public Management Association for Human Resources Grant for Government Agencies (Grant Control No. 2009-031) in the amount of $25,000. (Res.09-1550) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for the CPS/International Public Management Association for Human Resources Grant for Government Agencies in the amount of $25,000 (City Grant Control No. 2009-031) to be utilized for internal staff expenses relating primarily to Hispanic recruitment. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3899 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply and accept pass through funding from University of Wisconsin, 2010 VITA Grant through IRS, Grant Control No. 2009-032. If funded, Racine will receive $5,000 to support VITA sites atCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply and accept pass through funding from University of Wisconsin, 2010 VITA Grant through IRS, Grant Control No. 2009-032. If funded, Racine will receive $5,000 to support VITA sites at City of Racine Community Centers. (Res.09-1553) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for the 2010 VITA Grant through IRS, (City Grant Control No. 2009-032) in the amount of $5,000 to be utilized for the VITA sites at City of Racine Community Centers. Fiscal Note: A $5,000 in kind match is required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3900 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a donation of $360.75 from the Kiwanis Club of West Racine for the Zero-G Chair for the Lockwood Park playground project.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a donation of $360.75 from the Kiwanis Club of West Racine for the Zero-G Chair for the Lockwood Park playground project. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services accept a $360.75 donation from the Kiwanis Club of West Racine for the purchase of a Zero-G Chair for the Lockwood Park playground project and an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3949 A The City Administrator is requesting a five-year Support Agreement with the Racine Concert Band and that it be the official band of the City of Racine.CommunicationSubject (Direct Referral) The City Administrator is requesting the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to enter into a five-year Support Agreement under terms and conditions negotiated by the Mayor and City Attorney and that the Racine Common Council pass a resolution that the Racine Concert Band be the official band of the City of Racine. (Res.09-1547 and Res.09-1548) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-27-09: Permission be granted for the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to enter into a five-year Support Agreement under terms and conditions negotiated by the Mayor and City Attorney and that the Racine Common Council pass a resolution that the Racine Concert Band be the official band of the City of Racine. Further recommends that $10,000 be transferred from account 101.020.5010, Administration Salaries, to account 101.990.5570, Grant for Municipal Band. Fiscal Note: Changes in funding under the new agreement will increase the annual contribution to the Racine Concert Band over the existing 2009 funding level by $10,000 in 2009 and 2010 and $Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3748 A Habitat sewer extension 1501 West StreetCommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting extension of sanitary sewer to serve 1501 West Street. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-30-09 and 7-14-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3757 A Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting the extension of the storm drain one block east on 10th Street from Lockwood Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting the extension of the storm drain one block east on 10th Street from Lockwood Avenue to accommodate four houses that will be completed by the end of 2010. (Res.09-1664) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-30-09 and 7-14-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That Racine Habitat for Humanity be granted permission to extend the storm drain one block east on 10th Street from Lockwood Avenue to accommodate four houses being built by Racine Habitat for Humanity. Fiscal Note: All costs associated with the extension of the storm sewer are the responsibility of Racine Habitat for Humanity. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 10-8-09: That up to $69,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to extend storm sewers on Tenth Street east of Lockwood Avenue. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3809 A Request to expand the low and moderate income loan program to include property owners receiving sidewalk replacement orders.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting to expand the low and moderate income loan program to include property owners receiving sidewalk replacement orders. (Res.09-1534) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-14-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That the low and moderate income loan program be amended to include property owners receiving sidewalk replacement orders with an estimated cost of $500.00 or more. Fiscal Note: The minimum sidewalk replacement cost under this program is $500.00 with a maximum repayment term of 10 years.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3852 A Change Order No. 6 on Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations-Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 6 on Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations, Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc. (Res.09-1539) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That Change Order No. 6 on Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations, Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $30,943.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 988.100.5010, City Hall-Facilities Plan Implementation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3861 A Petition regarding lighting on Lathrop AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Alderman Wisneski of the 12th District submitting a petition from the neighbors of the 700, 800 and 900 blocks of Lathrop Avenue regarding the lighting. (Res.09-1592) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-14-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That the replacement of the six city-owned street lights with decorative lighting units be approved. Further recommends that the item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for funding. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: The item to be referred to the Committee of the Whole with action within two weeks. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-01-2009: the Item be approved with funding to come from the 2009 Contingency Fund. Fiscal Note: The current estimate of additional costs for modifying the outstanding contract for decorative poles and lights is $16,250. The city will also lose an estimated $200 per year savings in utility costs by not utilizing the LEReferredPass Action details Not available
09-3890 A Vulcan Lands, Inc. proposal to donate 3.59 acres of real property to the City.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Vulcan Lands, Inc. proposing to donate 3.59 acres of real property to the City of Racine. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09 and 8-11-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
09-3923 A State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-02-03/73, Spring Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-02-03/73, Spring Street. (Res.09-1541) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-02-03/73, Spring Street, from Fairway Drive to Blaine Avenue, for the not-to-exceed cost of $384,633.00, which is funded $382,633.00 through the State Highway Improvement Project and $2,000.00 by the City of Racine. Further recommends that funding for the City's portion be included in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3924 A State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-02-02/72, N. Main Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-02-02/72, N. Main Street. (Res.09-1542) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-02-02/72, N. Main Street, from Goold Street to Melvin Avenue, for the not-to-exceed cost of $602,490.00, which is funded $600,490.00 through the State Highway Improvement Project and $2,000.00 by the City of Racine. Further recommends that funding for the City's portion be included in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3925 A Home weatherization and energy efficiency loan pilot programCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to establish a home weatherization and energy efficiency loan pilot program. (Res.09-1552 and Ord.17-09) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That an ordinance be introduced to establish a home weatherization and energy efficiency loan pilot program. Fiscal Note: Loans established under this program shall be repaid through a special charge against the property.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3928 A Performance contracting as allowed by State Statute 66.0133, Energy Saving Performance Contracting.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer wishing to discuss performance contracting as allowed by State Statute 66.0133, Energy Saving Performance Contracting. (Res.09-1535) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to publish a "Notice of Intent to Award a Performance Contract" for the installation of Phase II of the solar energy project at the City Hall Annex, in accordance with Wisconsin State Statute 66.0133, Energy Saving Performance Contracting. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3938 A Amendment No. 2 to Contract 36-07 (K7-042), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations - Phase II, ARC Architectural Group LLC, consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 2 to Contract 36-07 (K7-042), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations - Phase II, ARC Architectural Group LLC, consultant. (Res.09-1538) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That Amendment No. 2 to Contract 36-07 (K7-042), Professional Services-City Hall Renovations, Phase II, ARC Architectural Group, LLC, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $3,100.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.100.5010, City Hall-Facility Plan Implementation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3939 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 32-09 (K9-033), Police Impound Lot Renovations (R1), Rasch Construction & Engineering, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 32-09 (K9-033), Police Impound Lot Renovations (R1), Rasch Construction & Engineering, Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1540) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 32-09 (K9-033), Police Impound Lot Renovations (R1), Rasch Construction & Engineering, Inc. contractor, be approved in the amount of $35,298.70. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 988.310.5060, Impound Lot. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3940 A Bid results on Contract 52-09 (K9-053), Window Replacement at City Hall Annex.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 52-09 (K9-053), Window Replacement at City Hall Annex. (Res.09-1536) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That Contract 52-09 (K9-053), Window Replacement at City Hall Annex, be awarded to Softer Lite Window Company, Waukesha, WI, at their Base Bid price of $28,980.00, plus Alternate Bid #2 in the amount of $24,470.00 and Alternate Bid #3 in the amount of $9,295.00, for a total contract amount of $62,745.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 989.200.5020, Annex-Stairwell Windows. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3941 A Apply for a Focus on Energy Grant for insulating the Solid Waste Garage.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for Focus on Energy Grants for insulating the Solid Waste Garage and installing LED lighting at 7 facilities. (Res.09-1537) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations be authorized and directed to submit and accept Focus on Energy Grants for LED Lighting at McMynn Parking Ramp, Grant Control #2009-33, Equipment Maintenance Garage, Grant Control #2009-34; Street Maintenance Garage, Grant Control #2009-35; Traffic Field Office, Grant Control #2009-36; Fire Station 1, Grant Control #2009-37; City Hall Exterior, Grant Control #2009-38; and City Hall Annex Exterior, Grant Control #2009-39; and Building Insulation at the Solid Waste Garage, Grant Control #2009-40. The total cost of these grants is $19,067.00 and are being funded through the 2009 Capital Improvement Program and Federal Stimulus Program. Fiscal Note: These projects are being funded through the 2009 CapitaApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3835 A Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting to outsource the change-over of the police cars by bidding with outside businesses.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting to outsource the change-over of the police cars by bidding with outside businesses. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 7-27-09: That this item be received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3871 A Subject: (New) Application of Dynamite 1 Enterprise (Gerald's), Gerald Bester, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1501 Washington Avenue. (3rd District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Dynamite 1 Enterprise (Gerald's), Gerald Bester, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1501 Washington Avenue. (3rd District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 7-27-09: That the application of Dynamite 1 Enterprise (Gerald's), Gerald Bester, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1501 Washington Avenue be recommended for approval. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3872 A (New) Application of Grumpy's Grub, LLC (Grumpy's Grub), Karlessa Barcalow, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2011 Lathrop Avenue. (11th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Grumpy's Grub, LLC (Grumpy's Grub), Karlessa Barcalow, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2011 Lathrop Avenue. (11th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 7-27-09: That the application of Grumpy's Grub, LLC (Grumpy's Grub), Karlessa Barcalow, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2011 Lathrop Avenue be recommended for approval. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3897 A New (Application of Rosalies, LLC (Dino's)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Rosalies LLC, (Dino's), Rosalie Ferderer, Agent "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 1816 16th Street. (3rd District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 7-27-09: That the Application of Rosalies LLC, (Dino's), Rosalie Ferderer, Agent "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License for 1816 16th Street be recommended for approval. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3839 A Communication from Amanda Lawrence, Chairperson for the Starving Artists Outdoor Fair, requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs to be used on the east side of S. Main Street, between 10th St. and 11th St. with restriction for the hours of 9:00 ACommunicationSubject: Communication from Amanda Lawrence, Chairperson for the Starving Artists Outdoor Fair, requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs to be used on the east side of S. Main Street, between 10th St. and 11th St. with restriction for the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. for Sunday, August 2, 2009; also requesting the "No Parking at Any Time" restrictions on 10th St. and 11th St. east of S. Main Street be waived for daylight hours prior to 9:00 A.M. and for a period not to exceed one (1) hour from 4:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. on Sunday, August 2, 2009. (Res.09-1533) Recommendation: Approve the request. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3873 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the study results and recommendation to remove the traffic signals at N. Main Street and Walton Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the study results and recommendation to remove the traffic signals at N. Main Street and Walton Avenue. Recommendation: Approval of the removal of the traffic signal at the intersection of Walton Avenue and N. Main Street. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3950 A (Direct Referral) Communication from Belle Harbor Lofts, 134 Main Street, requesting a change from 2-Hour Meters to 4-Hour Meters on the north side of 2nd Street adjacent to their building.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Belle Harbor Lofts, 134 Main Street, requesting a change from 2-Hour Meters to 4-Hour Meters on the north side of 2nd Street adjacent to their building. Recommendation: To approve the change of Two-Hour parking meters on Second Street, north side, from Main Street to its terminus to Four-Hour parking meters. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3957 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 change in traffic code be granted:CommunicationSubject: 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 change in traffic code be granted: A. Recommends that Section 94-242(2) of Schedule J of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "Two-hour Parking Meter Zone" be amended: By Deleting: 1. Second Street, both sides, from Main Street west to its terminus. By Including: 1. Second Street, south side, from Main Street west to its terminus. B. Recommends that Section 94-242(3) of Schedule J of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "Four-hour Parking Meter Zone" be amended: By Including: 1. Second Street, north side, from Main Street west to its terminus.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3903 A Racine County Comp PlanCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of the Racine County Planning and Development Department and the Principal Planner for the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission for formal consideration of the Draft Multi-Jurisdictional Comprehensive Plan for Racine County. (Res.09-1544) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 7-29-09: That a resolution be prepared, a public informational meeting be held before the Plan Commission and a public hearing be scheduled before the Common Council. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3930 A CUP 1644 Washington AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Audiel Arriaga and Alejandra Avila of Tortilleria La Morenita seeking a conditional use permit for a carry-out restaurant at 1644 Washington Avenue. (Res.09-1545) Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 7-29-09: That this item be approved subject to staff recommendations. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3931 A CUP 1524 Layard AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Frederick L. Tilsner of Tilsner Collision and Autocare Center seeking a conditional use permit for an automobile repair facility at 1524 Layard Avenue. (Res.09-1546) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 7-29-09: That this item be approved subject to staff recommendations. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3943 A 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: Mr. Jeff Raffini 2616 Green St. Racine, WI 53402 to Board of Harbor Commissioners for a 3 year term expiring May the 31st, 2012 Appoint Alderman Q.A. Shakoor, II Vice Chair to Finance & Personnel Committee for a term ending in April 1st 2010 Appoint Alderman Terrence McCarthy to Finance & Personnel Committee for a term ending in April 1st 2010 Appoint Alderman James Spangenberg to Waterworks Commission (Replacing former Alderman Tom Friedel) for the remainder of the term ending in October 1st 2009 Appoint Alderman James Spangenberg to Wastewater Commission (Replacing former Alderman Tom Friedel) for the remainder of the term ending in October 1st 2009Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Not available
09-3919 A Wind Point HHW Agrmt.CommunicationSubject: Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with the Village of Wind Point (Res.09-1554) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 7/28/09: Wastewater Commission approved and further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a Household Hazardous Waste agreement with the Village of Wind PointApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1533 A Starving Artists Outdoor Fair request for parking signs be approvedResolutionStarving Artists Outdoor Fair request for parking signs be approved Resolved, that the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs to be used on the east side of S. Main Street, between 10th St. and 11th St. with restriction for the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. for Sunday, August 2, 2009; also requesting the "No Parking at Any Time" restrictions on 10th St. and 11th St. east of S. Main Street be waived for daylight hours prior to 9:00 A.M. and for a period not to exceed one (1) hour from 4:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. on Sunday, August 2, 2009, be approved for the Starving Artists Outdoor Fair. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1534 A Low and moderate income loan program be amended to include sidewalk replacement orders of $500.00 or moreResolutionLow and moderate income loan program be amended to include sidewalk replacement orders of $500.00 or more Resolved, that the low and moderate income loan program be amended to include property owners receiving sidewalk replacement orders with an estimated cost of $500.00 or more. Fiscal Note: The minimum sidewalk replacement cost under this program is $500.00 with a maximum term of 10 years.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1535 A Commissioner of Public Works granted permission to publish Notice of Intent to Award Performance ContractResolutionCommissioner of Public Works granted permission to publish Notice of Intent to Award Performance Contract Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to publish a "Notice of Intent to Award a Performance Contract" for the installation of Phase II of the solar energy project at the City Hall Annex, in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0133, Energy Saving Performance Contracting. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1536 A Contract 52-09 (K9-053), Window Replacement at City Hall Annex, be awarded to Softer Lite Window CompanyResolutionContract 52-09 (K9-053), Window Replacement at City Hall Annex, be awarded to Softer Lite Window Company Resolved, that Contract 52-09 (K9-053), Window Replacement at City Hall Annex, be awarded to Softer Lite Window Company, Waukesha, WI, at their Base Bid price of $28,980.00, plus Alternate Bid #2 in the amount of $24,470.00 and Alternate Bid #3 in the amount of $9,295.00, for a total contract amount of $62,745.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 989.200.5020, Annex-Stairwell Windows. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1537 A Permission to apply for and accept Focus on Energy GrantsResolutionPermission to apply for and accept Focus on Energy Grants Resolved, that the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations be authorized and directed to submit and accept Focus on Energy Grants for LED Lighting at McMynn Parking Ramp, Grant Control #2009-33, Equipment Maintenance Garage, Grant Control #2009-34; Street Maintenance Garage, Grant Control #2009-35; Traffic Field Office, Grant Control #2009-36; Fire Station 1, Grant Control #2009-37; City Hall Exterior, Grant Control #2009-38; and City Hall Annex Exterior, Grant Control #2009-39; and Building Insulation at the Sold Waste Garage, Grant Control #2009-40. The total cost of these grants is $19,067.00 and are being funded through the 2009 Capital Improvement Program and Federal Stimulus Program. Fiscal Note: These projects are being funded through the 2009 Capital Improvement Program and Federal Stimulus Program.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1538 A Amendment No. 2 to Contract 36-07 (K7-042), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase II, ARC Architectural Group, LLCResolutionAmendment No. 2 to Contract 36-07 (K7-042), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase II, ARC Architectural Group, LLC Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 to Contract 36-07 (K7-042), Professional Services-City Hall Renovations, Phase II, ARC Architectural Group, LLC, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $3,100.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.100.5010, City Hall-Facility Plan Implementation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1539 A Change Order No. 6, Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations, Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 6, Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations, Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., be approved Resolved, that Change Order No. 6 on Contract 53-08 (K8-061), City Hall Renovations, Phase II (R1), Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $30,943.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 988.100.5010, City Hall-Facilities Plan Implementation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1540 A Change Order No. 1, Contract 32-09 (K9-033), Police Impound Lot Renovations (R1), Rasch Construction, be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 1, Contract 32-09 (K9-033), Police Impound Lot Renovations (R1), Rasch Construction, be approved Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 32-09 (K9-033), Police Impound Lot Renovations (R1), Rasch Construction & Engineering, Inc. contractor, be approved in the amount of $35,298.70. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 988.310.5060, Impound Lot. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1541 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2, Spring Street Improvement ProjectResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2, Spring Street Improvement Project Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-02-03/73, Spring Street, from Fairway Drive to Blaine Avenue, for the not-to-exceed cost of $384,633.00, which is funded $382,633.00 through the State Highway Improvement Project and $2,000.00 by the City of Racine. Further resolved, that funding for the City's portion be included in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1542 A Mayor and City Clerk enter into State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2, North Main Street Improvement ProjectResolutionMayor and City Clerk enter into State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2, North Main Street Improvement Project Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 2 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-02-02/72, N. Main Street, from Goold Street to Melvin Avenue, for the not-to-exceed cost of $602,490.00, which is funded $600,490.00 through the State Highway Improvement Project and $2,000.00 by the City of Racine. Further resolved, that funding for the City's portion be included in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1545 A Conditional Use Permit for a carry-out restaurant at 1644 Washington Avenue be approved subject to conditionsResolutionConditional Use Permit for a carry-out restaurant at 1644 Washington Avenue be approved subject to conditions Resolved, that a Conditional Use Permit for a carry-out restaurant at 1644 Washington Avenue be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee (ACDRC) on July 23, 2009 and the Plan Commission on July 29, 2009 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That, if needed, the property owner execute a hold harmless agreement with the City for signage overhanging the public right-of-way. d. That the east and west concrete block walls be repainted in color to be approved by the Director of City Development. Said painting shall be completed by October 1, 2009. e. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Director of City Development and no major changes be made from the conditions AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1546 A Conditional Use Permit for an automobile repair facility at 1524 Layard Avenue be approved subject to conditionsResolutionConditional Use Permit for an automobile repair facility at 1524 Layard Avenue be approved subject to conditions Resolved, that a Conditional Use Permit for an automobile repair facility at 1524 Layard Avenue be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Access Corridor Committee July 23, 2009 and the City Plan Commission on July 29, 2009 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That upon the purchase of the property by the applicant, Frederick Tilsner and/or Tilsner Collision and Auto Repair, new signage shall be installed in compliance with materials and construction standards as set forth by the Building Inspection Department, and shall all be in compliance with the Douglas Avenue corridor design guidelines. All new signs are subject to review and approval by the Access Corridor Development Review Committee. Signage shall be reviewed by the Access Corridor Development Review Committee in 12 months from the date of this approval. c. That there be no pennants, banners, streamers, advertising flags, antenna sAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1547 A Mayor and City Clerk enter into a five-year Support Agreement with Racine Concert BandResolutionMayor and City Clerk enter into a five-year Support Agreement with Racine Concert Band Resolved, that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a five-year Support Agreement under terms and conditions negotiated by the Mayor and City Attorney. Further resolved, that $10,000 be transferred from Account 101.020.5010, Administration Salaries, to Account 101.990.5570, Grant for Municipal Band. Fiscal Note: Changes in funding under the new agreement will increase the annual contribution to the Racine Concert Band over the existing 2009 funding level by $10,000 in 2009 and 2010 and $10,350 in 2011, 2012, and 2013. The band will be separated from the City so that the City will have no financial or administrative responsibility for the operations of the Band. There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1548 A Racine Concert Band declared the Official Band of the City of RacineResolutionRacine Concert Band declared the Official Band of the City of Racine Whereas the Racine Concert Band has operated as an entity of the City for many years; and Whereas it is important that a quality band continue to be maintained and operated in the City for the recreational enjoyment of the general public; and Whereas, although it is appropriate that the Racine Concert Band be separated from the City’s management, it is nevertheless appropriate that the Band continue to receive support and assistance from the City. Now therefore, the Racine Concert Band is hereby declared to be the Official Band of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1549 A Permission for Grant Facilitator to submit a proposal and accept JAG Recovery Act - Youthful Offender Prevention Initiative 2009 GrantResolutionPermission for Grant Facilitator to submit a proposal and accept JAG Recovery Act - Youthful Offender Prevention Initiative 2009 Grant Resolved, that the Grant Facilitator be granted permission to submit a proposal for a $450,000 agreement with the JAG Recovery Act - Youthful Offender Prevention Initiative 2009 Grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance (City Grant Control No. 2009-030) to be sub-granted to an outside agency to hire a juvenile justice coordinator and create and maintain an appropriate database as recommended by the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance. The grant is over a three-year period. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1550 A Permission for Grant Facilitator to apply for CPS/International Public Management Association for Human Resources GrantResolutionPermission for Grant Facilitator to apply for CPS/International Public Management Association for Human Resources Grant Resolved, that permission be granted to the Grant Facilitator to apply for the CPS/International Public Management Association for Human Resources Grant for Government Agencies in the amount of $25,000 (City Grant Control No. 2009-031) to be utilized for internal staff expenses relating primarily to Hispanic recruitment. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1551 A Formal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized to purchase an AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Chemical Detection and Monitoring SystemResolutionFormal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized to purchase an AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Chemical Detection and Monitoring System Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to purchase an AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Chemical Detection and Monitoring system from Clarey's Safety Equipment in Wisconsin with the stipulation that the equipment be competitively priced. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 268-030-5820, Equipment OJA 2009 Grant. No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1553 A Permission for Grant Facilitator to apply and accept pass through funding from University of Wisconsin, 2010 VITA Grant through IRSResolutionPermission for Grant Facilitator to apply and accept pass through funding from University of Wisconsin, 2010 VITA Grant through IRS Resolved, that permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for and accept the 2010 VITA Grant through IRS, (City Grant Control No. 2009-032) in the amount of $5,000 to be utilized for the VITA sites at City of Racine Community Centers. Fiscal Note: A $5,000 in kind match is required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1554 A Mayor and City Clerk enter into a Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with the Village of Wind PointResolutionMayor and City Clerk enter into a Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with the Village of Wind Point Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with the Village of Wind Point. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1543 A Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits and DamagesResolutionFinal - Ten (10) Year Benefits and Damages WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 28th day of July, 2009, 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 Gilson Street from Kearney Avenue to Coolidge Avenue Fleetwood Drive from Spruce Street to Knoll Place Kentucky Street from Seventeenth Street to Victory Avenue Monroe Avenue from Republic Avenue to +/- 350 ft. North Alley from Victory Avenue, Sixteenth Street; Hayes Avenue, Grove Avenue Oregon Street from Washington Avenue to Lindermann Avenue Alley from Fourth Street, Fifth Street; Main Street, Wisconsin Avenue SEWER AND WATER Kentucky Street from Seventeenth Street to Victory Avenue SIDEWALK Chicory Road from North side fronting Dr. Jones Elementary School NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESReferred  Action details Not available
Res.09-1544 A A RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE REPORT TITLED “A MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR RACINE COUNTY: 2035”.ResolutionA RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE REPORT TITLED “A MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR RACINE COUNTY: 2035”. WHEREAS, the City has cooperated with Racine County and SEWRPC to prepare a multi-jurisdictional comprehensive plan for the County that will serve as the comprehensive plan for Racine County, and a resource for the development of a comprehensive plan for the City of Racine, which is documented in the report titled “A Multi-Jurisdictional Comprehensive Plan for Racine County: 2035,” (the comprehensive plan) containing maps, references and other descriptive materials and information applicable and specific to the City; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 66.1001(2) of the Wisconsin Statutes, the comprehensive plan includes the following nine elements: Issues and Opportunities; Land Use; Housing; Transportation; Utilities and Community Facilities; Agricultural, Natural and Cultural Resources; Economic Development; Intergovernmental Cooperation; and Implementation; and WHEREAS, the City Common Council adopted a Public Participation Plan for the comprehensive planniReferred  Action details Not available
Res.09-1552 A Resolution establishing a home weatherization and energy efficiency loan pilot programResolutionResolution establishing a home weatherization and energy efficiency loan pilot program Whereas, the Wisconsin Legislature by 2009 Wisconsin Act 11 provided authority for cities to make loans to residents for improvements to residents’ residential property for energy efficiency or renewable energy projects and for the loans to be repaid through special charges upon the property; and Whereas, such a program can improve the quality of housing in Racine and make housing more affordable by reducing energy expense. Now, therefore, be it resolved, that there is hereby established a loan program for loans to residents for improvements to residents’ residential property for energy efficiency or renewable energy projects. Further resolved, that the program shall have the following characteristics and eligibility criteria: a. The program is limited to improvements which increase the energy efficiency and/or reduce consumption of non-renewable energy in homes. Only improvements with efficacy demonstrated by an energy audit are eligible. b. Owner-occupied single-family and duplex Referred  Action details Not available
Ord.17-09 A Ordinance No. 17-09 To create Section 90-33 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, relating to Special charges for repayment of energy efficiency improvement loans.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 17-09 To create Section 90-33 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, relating to Special charges for repayment of energy efficiency improvement loans. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Section 90-33 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows: "Sec. 90-33. Special charges for repayment of energy efficiency improvement loans. (a) The Common Council may establish by resolution a program for making loans for improvements to resident’s residential property for energy efficiency or renewable energy projects pursuant to section 66.0627 (8), Wisconsin Statutes. (b) Loans made under this program shall be repaid through a special charge against the residential real property. The special charge shall equal the principal and interest due on the loan for the period specified in the loan agreement between the property owner and the city. The loan agreement may specify more frequent payments than the time established by the city for the billing and collection of special chReferred  Action details Not available