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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/19/2012 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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ZOrd.001-12 A Zoning Ordinance 1-12Zoning OrdinanceZoning Ordinance 1-12 Ordinance adopting the document "RootWorks-Revitalizing Racine's Urban River Corridor: Root River Corridor Redevelopment Plan" for the City of Racine, Wisconsin The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: SECTION 1: Pursuant to Section 62.23 of the Wisconsin Statutes, the City of Racine is authorized to prepare and adopt the document “RootWorks-Revitalizing Racine’s Urban River Corridor: Root River Corridor Redevelopment Plan” (the Plan), as an amendment to the City’s comprehensive plan as defined in Sections 66.1001(1)(a) and 66.1001(2) of the Wisconsin Statutes; and SECTION 2: The Root River Council, with the assistance of the firm of Vandewalle & Associates, Inc., and in consultation with the River Alliance of Wisconsin and the City of Racine, in September of 2011 began preparation of the Plan that serves to assist in promoting and guiding development within the study area by: understanding the context within the city and the region, stimulating economic growth, allowing for public access and interaction with the river, improving water   Action details Not available
12-7817 A Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for and accept a grant award from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance to support initiatives provided by Racine Vocational Ministry, Racine Unified School District, Racine CouCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for and accept a grant award from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance to support initiatives provided by Racine Vocational Ministry, Racine Unified School District, Racine County Human Services and Why Gangs. (Grant Control #2012-020) (Res. No. 12-3203) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-25-12: Permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for and accept a grant award from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance to support initiatives provided by Racine Vocational Ministry, Racine Unified School District, Racine County Human Services and Why Gangs. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
12-7794 A Pentecost Lutheran Church request to close Jerome Boulevard, from Coolidge Avenue to Case Avenue, on Saturday, July 28, 2012, for a church block party.(Res. No. 12-3207)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Pentecost Lutheran Church requesting permission to close Jerome Boulevard, from Coolidge Avenue to Case Avenue, on Saturday, July 28, 2012, for a church block party. (Res. No. 12-3207) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-26-12: That the Pentecost Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Jerome Boulevard, between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue, for an event on Saturday, July 28, 2012, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., in accordance with their request. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited asReferred  Action details Not available
12-7828 A 1920 & 2020 William Street Purchase Request (Res. No. 12-3208)CommunicationSubject: Communication from George Stergiadis requesting permission to buy and sell 1920 and 2020 William Street in Young Industrial Park. (Res. No. 12-3208) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-26-12: That permission be granted to George Stergiadis to sell the property at 1920 and 2020 William Street in Young Industrial Park. FISCAL NOTE: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7832 A Ordinance to allow green houses, known as Hoop Houses, for the purpose of growing food.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief Building Inspector, on behalf of the Alderman of the 15th District, requesting the creation of an ordinance to allow green houses, known as Hoop Houses, for the purpose of growing food. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-26-12: That an ordinance amending Chapter 18 of the Racine Building Code concerning the regulation of hoop houses be, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7820 A Communication from Carolyn Chaplin, Co-Chairman for the Starving Artists Outdoor Fair, requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs to be used on the east side of South Main Street, between 10th St. and 11th St. with restriction for the hours of 9:0CommunicationSubject: Communication from Carolyn Chaplin, Co-Chairman for the Starving Artists Outdoor Fair, requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs to be used on the east side of South Main Street, between 10th St. and 11th St. with restriction for the hours of 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM for Sunday, August 5, 2012; also requesting the "No Parking At Any Time" restrictions on 10th St. and 11 St. east of S. Main Street be waived for daylight hours prior to 9:00 AM and for a period not to exceed one hour from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM on Sunday, August 5, 2012. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 07-16-12: The request to use Temporary No Parking signs on the east side of S. Main Street between 10th and 11th Streets on August 5, 2012 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM be granted. Further recommends the request to waive the "No Parking Any Time" restriction on 10th and 11th Streets before 9:00 AM and from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on August 5, 2012, in connection with the Starving Artists Outdoor Art Fair, be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7816 A Root River Council request to amend Access Corridor and Downtown Area Design Guidelines (Ord. 8-12)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Root River Council requesting amendment to the Access Corridor and Downtown Area Design Guidelines. (Ord. 8-12) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 7-11-12: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7792 A Communication from the Greater Racine Kennel Club (Res. No. 12-3237)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Greater Racine Kennel Club requesting to reserve Pershing Park and to control parking on a portion of the lakefront for the American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows scheduled for Sunday, August 12, 2012 and Monday, August 13, 2012. (Res. No. 12-3237) Recommendation of Board Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services 7-11-12: To approve the communication from the Greater Racine Kennel Club requesting to reserve Pershing Park and to control parking on a portion of the lakefront for the American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows scheduled for Sunday, August 12, 2012 and Monday, August 13, 2012. Further recommend that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement is executed; B. A liability insurance certificate is filed prior to the event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department to assist with this project is charged to the sponsor. Fiscal note: $730.00 in revenue. There will be nominal costs to various CIty departments, on a regular shift basis to assist in implementing this event; FuReferred  Action details Not available
12-7793 A Communication from Ald. Kaplan, Ald. DeHan and the Affirmative Action Human Relations CommissionCommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman Jim Kaplan and Alderman Raymond DeHahn and the members of the Affirmative Action Human Relations Commission recommending the renaming of Marquette Street Park to William Dyess Park. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services 7-11-12: To defer. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 9-12-12: To deny the recommendation from Alderman Jim Kaplan, Alderman Raymond Dehahn and the members of the Affirmative Action Human Relations Commission to re-name Marquette Street Park to William Dyess Park.Referred  Action details Not available
12-7756 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 9-12 (K2-009), Professional Services - Police Department Office Improvements, ARC Architectural Group LLC, consultant. (Res. 12-3195)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 9-12 (K2-009), Professional Services - Police Department Office Improvements, ARC Architectural Group LLC, consultant. (Res. 12-3195) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 9-12 (K2-009), Professional Services-Police Department Office Improvements, ARC Architectural Group LLC, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,400.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 991.210.5040, Safety Building - Building Updates.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7767 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 5-11 (K1-005), PS - 2011 Pavement Inspection & Planning, AECOM, consultant. (Res. 12-3196)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 5-11 (K1-005), PS - 2011 Pavement Inspection & Planning, AECOM, consultant. (Res. 12-3196) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 5-11 (K1-005), Professional Services-2011 Pavement Inspection & Planning, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $7,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 992.9908.5040, 7th St.-Marquette to Main.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7768 A Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker site to park cars on Wednesday night, July 4, 2012, for the annual fireworks show. (Res. 12-3189)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker site to park cars on Wednesday night, July 4, 2012, for the annual fireworks show. (Res. 12-3189) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to use the Walker Site on Wednesday, July 4, 2012, with a rain date of Thursday, July 5, 2012, for parking of vehicles in conjunction with the Fourth of July fireworks display. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7772 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 46-11 (K1-049), Fire Station No. 2 - Window Replacement, Softer Lite Window Company, contractor. (Res. 12-3191)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 46-11 (K1-049), Fire Station No. 2 - Window Replacement, Softer Lite Window Company, contractor. (Res. 12-3191) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 46-11 (K1-049), Fire Station No. 2 - Window Replacement, Softer Lite Window Company, contractor, be approved in the amount of $180.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 991.300.5050, Fire Station 2 Windows.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7773 A Final payment on Contract 46-11 (K1-049), Fire Station No. 2 - Window Replacement, Softer Lite Window Company, contractor. (Res. 12-3192)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 46-11 (K1-049), Fire Station No. 2 - Window Replacement, Softer Lite Window Company, contractor. (Res. 12-3192) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That the work done by Softer Lite Window Company under Contract 46-11 (K1-049), Fire Station No. 2 - Window Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $18,380.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2678, dated August 1, 2011.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7787 A Downtown Racine Corporation request to place artistically decorated trunks on the public sidewalks along Main Street from State Street to 6th Street, and on 6th Street from Main Street to Grand Avenue for the 11th Annual Public Art Project. (Res. 12-3190)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to place artistically decorated trunks on the public sidewalks along Main Street form State Street to 6th STreet from Main Street to Grand Avenue for the 11th Annual Public Art Project. (Res. 12-3190) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That an agreement be executed, in accordance with Wisconsin State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets, to grant permission to Downtown Racine Corporation, to place decorated trunks on the sidewalks of Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Main Street to Grand Avenue, from May 1, 2012 to October 1, 2012, with the stipulation that a minimum of a 5' sidewalk must be maintained at all times and that any damage to the sidewalk be repaired so as to not present a hazard to pedestrians. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7788 A Final payment on Contract 19-11 (K1-019), Professional Services - Design Roof Specifications for Street Maintenance Garage, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. 12-3193)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 19-11 (K1-019), Professional Services - Design Roof Specifications for Street Maintenance Garage, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. 12-3193) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. under Contract 19-11 (K1-019), Professional Services - Design Roof Specifications for Street Maintenance Garage, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $10,000.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2371, dated January 18, 2011.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7795 A Resolution 12-3161, created June 4, 2012, being a final resolution relating to street improvements.CommunicationSubject: Resolution 12-3161, created June 4, 2012, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING North Wisconsin Street - Carlton Drive to the Cul-de-sac - North English Street - North Main Street to Chatham Street English Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard Alley - Charles St to Geneva St; Walton Ave to Layard Ave (E-W) Alley - Charles St to Geneva St; Walton Ave to Layard Ave (N-S) Alley - Charles St to Geneva St; Layard Ave to Romayne Ave (E-W) Alley - Charles St to Geneva St; Layard Ave to Romayne Ave (N-S) Alley - English St to Yout St; LaSalle St to Marquette St Alley - Goold St to Walton Ave; Green St to St. Clair St CURB & GUTTER North Wisconsin Street - Carlton Drive to the Cul-de-sac - North SEWER & WATER LATERALS English Street - North Main Street to Chatham Street English Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard SIDEWALK North Wisconsin Street - Carlton Drive to the Cul-de-sac - North Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That Resolution No. 12-3161, cApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7789 A final payment on Contract 37-11 (K1-039), Roof Replacement at Street Maintenance Garage, A-1 Duran Roofing & Insulating, Inc., contractor. (Res. 12-3194)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 37-11 (K1-039), Roof Replacement at Street Maintenance Garage, A-1 Duran Roofing & Insulating, Inc., contractor. (Res. 12-3194) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That the work done by A-1 Duran Roofing & Insulating, Inc. under Contract 37-11 (K1-039), Roof Replacement at Street Maintenance Garage, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $99,501.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2594, dated June 7, 2011.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7769 A Real Racine request to use city right-of-way for the International Cycling Classic on Friday, July 13, 2012. (Res. 12-3188)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to use city right-of-way for the International Cycling Classic on Friday, July 13, 2012. (Res. 12-3188) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That Real Racine be granted permission to hold the International Cycling Classic bicycle race on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and to close the streets listed below, with the following stipulations: Michigan Boulevard from English Street to Barker Street; Barker Street from Michigan Boulevard to the dead-end, Hoffert Drive A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. Sponsor shall be responsible for supplying a map of the detour route and the signing of the necessary detours for the State Highway route. F. The sponsor shall pay a special evenReferredPass Action details Not available
12-7805 A Review color options for the Festival Hall roof.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works requesting to review color options for the Festival Hall roof. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That the Festival Hall roof color be converted to the Classic Copper color during the 2012 Festival Hall Roof Replacement project. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedFail Action details Not available
12-7719 A Communication from the Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (Res. 12-3199)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Interim Director, Tom Molbeck, requesting authorization for final payment of Contract 43-11 (K1-045) PRCS Asphalt Improvements. (Res. 12-3199) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the final payment of Contract 43-11 (K1-045) PRCS Asphalt Improvements be approved. Fiscal Note: Final payment of $172,688.24 is available in account 991.700.5020 - 10 Year Paving Plan.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7786 A Communication from the City of Racine Purchasing Agent (Res. 12-3198)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to accept the bid with MJI, Inc., for Official Notice #8 Community Center Custodial & Cleaning Services. (Res. 12-3198) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the Purchasing Agent accept the bid with MJI, Inc., for Official Notice #8, Community Center Custodial & Cleaning Services. Fiscal Note: Contract cost is $347,040.00 for three years. Funds are available from account 991-700-5020 10 Year Paving Plan.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7476 A Ordinance No. 2-12CommunicationSubject: Ordinance No. 2-12 To repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1001, repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Nuisance properties. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 3-12-12: That the item be deferred until the next meeting. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 3-26-12: That the item be deferred until the next meeting. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-09-12: That the draft Ordinance be submitted to Chief Howell and the item be deferred until the review is complete. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 05-7-12: That the suggested changes be made and the item be deferred until the next meeting. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-21-12: That Ordinance 2-12 be adopted as amended. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That Ordinance 2-12 be adopted as amended. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7688 A Communication from the City Attorney submitting Ordinance No. 6-12 regarding Fireworks for considerationCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting Ordinance No. 6-12 regarding Fireworks for consideration Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-21-12: The Committee recommended the Ordinance Change be made to Ordinance 6-12 regarding Fireworks be approved. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: The communication from the City Attorney submitting Ordinance No. 6-12 regarding Fireworks for consideration be approved as presented. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7784 A Application of Peg & Lou's, LLC, Randall Larson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 835 Washington Avenue. (1st District) - Establisment is currently licensed, this is new owner.CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Peg & Lou's, LLC, Randall Larson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 835 Washington Avenue. (1st District) - Establisment is currently licensed, this is new owner. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the Application of Peg & Lou's, LLC, Randall Larson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 835 Washington Avenue be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7710 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013: Restaurant of Racine, Inc. 207 Gaslight Drive (Tradename) Chancery Pub & Restaurant Brian K. Grabher, Agent Mike Williams 1403 Superior Street (Tradename) Winner's Circle Ice Box, LLC 2328 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Ice Box Ronald Stankovic, Agent Kenny's on Main LLC 1300 N. Main Street (Tradename) Kenny's on Main Kenneth R. Meyer, Agent Corey Szaryc & Jaimie D. Utley 611 Wisconsin Avenue (Tradename) Toad Hall Corey Szaryc, Agent Laura Tomasek & Lisa Caffery 920 Erie Street (Tradename) Yardarm Laura Tomasek, Agent Jose E. Sanchez 1318 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Mi Jacalito Restaurant LJF Corporation 3012 Rapids Drive (Tradename) Stone Corral Luciano Flores, Agent Joey's on 6th LLC 910 Sixth Street (Tradename) Joey's on 6th Joseph G. Legath, Agent Joey's on Taylor, LTD. 1863 Taylor Avenue (Tradename) Joey's on Taylor Joseph G. Legath, Agent Joey's on Lathrop LLC Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7711 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject:The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013: Aldi, Inc. 3110 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Aldi #28 Lorelei Rasch, Agent 2418 Douglas Avenue 2418 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) X-Press Food Mart Narendra Shah, Agent Sam Ali 3326 Sixteenth Street (Tradename) Westown Foods Mega Marts, LLC 2210 Rapids Street (Tradename) Pick n Save Charles L. Neu, Agent Erie Gas & Food, LLC 3945 Erie Street (Tradename) Erie Gas & Food Fahim Ajmeri, Agent Nagra Pump & Pantry, LLC 1826 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Nagra Pump & Pantry Sukhwkndar S. Nagra, Agent DJK Foods, LLC 3900 Erie Street (Tradename) Piggly Wiggly David J. Koenig, Agent Kamaljit K. & Deepinder Dhaliwal 1917 Sixteenth St. (Tradename) AD United Petroleum Jesus S. & Yolanda Maldonado 518 High Street (Tradename) Santa Fe Liquor C&D Peterson Investments, Inc. 3900 Durand Ave. (Tradename) Durand Avenue Mart Coy Peterson, Agent Champion Liquor and Foods, LLC 1629 Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7712 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class C" & Class "B" Wine and Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class C" & Class "B" Wine and Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: Park Inn LLC 2312 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Park Inn Ronald Stankovic, Agent Whey Chai Chinese Restaurant, LLC 400 Main Street (Tradename) Whey Chai Chinese Willing & Willing Inc. 1238 Lathrop Avenue (Tradename) Bernie's Pizzeria Bernard Willing II, Agent The Bowen's Inc. 2037 Lathrop Avenue (Tradename) Break and Run Billiards Greg Bowen, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the following renewal application(s) for a "Class C" & Class "B" Wine and Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7713 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: Speedway LLC 2110 S. Green Bay Road (Tradename) Speedway #4451 Shirley Colter, Agent Gerardo E. Flores 1775 State Street (Tradename) Lincoln Supermarket E& K Durand, LLC 2731 Durand Avenue (Tradename) Open Pantry Food Marts James Schutz, Agent Priya Corporation 3818 Durand Avenue (Tradename) Andy's on Durand Kavita Khullar, Agent Abdallah Batyneh 1600 Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Dr. (Tradename) Quick Stop Foods 1819 Durand, Inc. 1819 Durand Avenue (Tradename) Fine Fare Foods Narendra V. Shah Lauro Davalos 1951 Mead Street (Tradename) La Tapatia 3 Mile Station LLC 600 3 Mile Road (Tradename) Kwik Pantry Food Mart State Street BP Inc. 1975 State Street (Tradename) BP Satish Bhardwaj, Agent Iyad M. Alabed 1559 Taylor Avenue (Tradename) Sunshine Supermarket Jalil Mian 1100 Sixth Street (Tradename) MJ Petroleum Dipsha Inc. 2056 Taylor Avenue (Tradename) Pantry Plus Tushar Patel, AgApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7720 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: PH Hospitality Group LLC 5000 Washington Ave. (Tradename) Pizza Hut Sanel Bajramovic, Agent Clifford Wolosek 301 Hamilton Street (Tradename) Cliff's Boathouse Cafe The Sausage Kitchen 1706 Rapids Drive (Tradename) Sausage Kitchen David W. Miller, Agent Cornelio Mora 1950 Racine Street (Tradename) Jaliswco & Michoacan Edward L. Bilotto 235 Main Street (Tradename) DePizza Chef Tacos El Rey, Inc. 2207 Lathrop Avenue (Tradename) Tacos El Rey Sonia Harris, Agent Public Golf Associates, LTD 2801 Twelfth Street (Tradename) Washington Park Golf Course Scott A. Schuit, Agent Beachside Oasis 100 Kewaunee St. (Tradename) Beachside Oasis Gregory Allan, Agent Dragan Sekuloski 605 Sixth Street (Tradename) The Balkan Restaurant Saint John Nepomuk Church 1923 Green Street (Tradename) St. John Nepomuk Church Terry A. Killberg, Agent Smok'd on the Water 3 Fifth Street (Tradename) Smok'd on the WaterApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7744 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013: Racine Yacht Club, Inc. 1 Barker Street (Tradename) Racine Yacht Club Joseph R. McGauran, Agent Deutscher Maenner Verein 701 Villa Street (Tradename) Germans Men's Club Robert J. Hill, Agent Somerset Club, Inc. 201 Sixth Street (Tradename) Somerset Club David M. Perkins, Agent Racine Country Club 2801 Northwestern Ave. (Tradename) Racine Country Club Lance Cotton, Agent Fifth Street Yacht Club of Racine, Inc. 761 Marquette St. (Tradename) Fifth Street Yacht Club Jeffrey Raffini, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7783 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject:The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: Public Golf Associates LTD. 6200 Northwestern Avenue (Tradename) Johnson Park Clubhouse Scott A. Schuit, Agent Venu Works of Racine LLC 5 Fifth Street (Tradename) Festival Hall Richard Edgar, Agent Venu Works of Racine LLC 72 Seventh Street (Tradename) Memorial Hall Richard Edgar, Agent Racine Zoological Society 200 Goold Street (Tradename) Racine Zoo Jay Christie, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7755 A (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 5-23-2012CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 5-23-2012 Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: This will generated $18,623.02 in revenueApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7779 A 1418 Washington Avenue Proposal (Res. 12-3200)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Jessica Servantez submitting a proposal for the Redevelopment Authority owned property at 1418 Washington Avenue. (Res. 12-3200) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 6-4-12: That the Common Council approve the action of the Authority granting a three-month option with conditions to allow Ms. Servantez the opportunity to refine cost estimates and obtain financing. Fiscal Note: 1418 Washington Avenue was offered through a Request for Proposals (RFP) for one dollar ($1.00) contigent on the purchaser having a redevelopment plan consistent with the Uptown Plan and sufficient financing to renovate the building. The option will allow Ms. Servantez to negotiate financing from lenders. She has paid the $1,000.00 option fee.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7780 A CEDCO Small Business Development Services (Res. No. 12-3204)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director requesting authorization to enter into a contract for small business development services with the Community Economic Development Corporation (CEDCO) and to fund the contract with intergovernmental revenue sharing funds (Res. No. 12-3204) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 6-4-12: That the Authority supports the use of $55,000.00 from the intergovernmental sewer revenue sharing fund for minority business development services through CEDCO. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-25-12: Authorization be granted for the Executive Director to enter into a contract for small business development services with the Community Economic Development Corporation (CEDCO) and to fund the contract with intergovernmental revenue sharing funds. Fiscal Note: In the past, CEDCO has provided advising and training services to small start-up minority business enterprises, including operation of a micro-loan fund. CEDCO has been operating with volunteers and without paid staff. The $55,000 is fuReferredPass Action details Not available
12-7781 A VISTA Volunteer and the Launch Box (Res. No. 12-3205)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director requesting authorization to provide matching funds for a VISTA volunteer for the Launch Box initiative from intergovernmental revenue sharing funds. (Res. No. 12-3205) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 6-4-12: That the Authority supports the use of $22,000.00 from the intergovernmental sewer revenue sharing fund for matching funds for VISTA volunteers for business development programs. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-25-12: Authorization be granted for the Executive Director to provide matching funds for a VISTA volunteer for the Launch Box initiative from intergovernmental revenue sharing funds. Fiscal Note: The Grant Facilitator has identified an opportunity for the city to obtain VISTA volunteers for two initiatives, the Launch Box business development initiative and Sustainable Edible Economic Development (SEED) (http://www.rkcaa.org/RKCAA/SEED.htm). The VISTA program requires a local match/stipend of $11,000.00 per volunteer. Funds are available in the IntergoReferredPass Action details Not available
12-7819 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Reappoint David Lange 2910 Michigan Blvd Racine, 53402 to the Redevlopment Authority for a 5 year term, expiring April 1, 2016 Reappoint Geoffrey Schiveley 6230 Berkshire Lane Racine, 53406 to the Racine Library Board for a 3 year term, expiring April 1, 2015 Reappoint Sandra Riekoff 2400 Tammy Lane Racine, 53402 to the Racine Library Board for a 3 year term, expiring April 1, 2015Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7749 A Communication from the owner of Nelson's Concessions (Res. 12-3201)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the owner of Nelson's Concessions requesting permission to operate their hot dog/concession business in Island Park, Humble Park, Lincoln Park, Crosswalk Park, and any other recommended parks or locations. (Res. 12-3201) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 6-13-12: To assign Caleb Robinson's (Top Dog Hot Dog) existing contract with his permission to Nelson Concession's until the expiration of this contract. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7791 A Communication from the owner and operator of Smok'd on the Water (Res. 12-3202)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the owner and operator of Smok'd on the Water seeking permission to erect a tent in the Pershing Park Boat Launch parking lot for the Days of Salmon-A-Rama July 13, 2012 through July 22, 2012. (Res. 12-3202) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 6-13-12: To approve the request from the owner and operator of Smok'd on the Water, to erect a tent in the Pershing Park Boat Launch parking lot for the days of Salmon-A-Rama July 13, 2012 through July 22, 2012 with proper permits. Fiscal Note: Permit fees will apply.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3200 A 1418 Washington Avenue 1418 Washington Avenue 1418 Washington AvenueResolution1418 Washington Avenue Resolved, That pursuant to section 66.1333(9) (a) 1. d., Wisconsin Statutes, the Common Council approves the report of the Redevelopment Authority granting a three-month option on the property at 1418 Washington Avenue (parcel no. 09185000) to Jessica Servantez. Fiscal Note: NAAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3198 A Community Center Custodial & Cleaning ServicesResolutionCommunity Center Custodial & Cleaning Services Resolved, that the Purchasing Agent accept the bid with MJI, Inc., for Official Notice #8, Community Center Custodial & Cleaning Services. Fiscal Note: Contract cost is $347,040.00 for three years. Funds are available from account 991-700-5020 10 Year Paving Plan.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3199 A Final payment of Contract 43-11 (K1-045)ResolutionFinal payment of Contract 43-11 (K1-045) Resolved, that the final payment of Contract 43-11 (K1-045) PRCS Asphalt Improvements is approved. Fiscal Note: Final payment of $172,688.24 is available in account 991.700.5020 - 10 Year Paving Plan.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3189 A Fourth Fest of Greater RacineResolutionFourth Fest of Greater Racine Resolved, that permission is granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to use the Walker Site on Wednesday, July 4, 2012, with a rain date of Thursday, July 5, 2012, for parking of vehicles in conjunction with the Fourth of July fireworks display. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3190 A 11th Annual Public Art Project.Resolution11th Annual Public Art Project. Resolved, that an agreement be executed, in accordance with Wisconsin State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets, to grant permission to the Downtown Racine Corporation, to place decorated trunks on the sidewalks of Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, and 6th Street from Main Street to Grand Avenue, from May 1, 2012 to October 1, 2012, with the stipulation that a minimum of a 5' sidewalk must be maintained at all times and that any damage to the sidewalk be repaired so as to not present a hazard to pedestrians. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3191 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 46-11 (K1-049)ResolutionChange Order No. 1 to Contract 46-11 (K1-049) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 46-11 (K1-049), Fire Station No. 2 - Window Replacement, Softer Lite Window Company, contractor, is approved in the amount of $180.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 991.300.5050, Fire Station 2 Windows.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3192 A Final payment on Contract 46-11 (K1-049)ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 46-11 (K1-049) Resolved, that the work done by Softer Lite Window Company under Contract 46-11 (K1-049), Fire Station No. 2 - Window Replacement, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $18,380.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2678, dated August 1, 2011.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3193 A Final payment on Contract 19-11 (K1-019)ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 19-11 (K1-019) Resolved, that the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. under Contract 19-11 (K1-019), Professional Services - Design Roof Specifications for Street Maintenance Garage, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $10,000.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2371, dated January 18, 2011.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3194 A Final payment on Contract 37-11 (K1-039)ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 37-11 (K1-039) Resolved, that the work done by A-1 Duran Roofing & Insulating, Inc. under Contract 37-11 (K1-039), Roof Replacement at Street Maintenance Garage, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $99,501.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2594, dated June 7, 2011.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3195 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 9-12 (K2-009)ResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 9-12 (K2-009) Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 9-12 (K2-009), Professional Services-Police Department Office Improvements, ARC Architectural Group LLC, as submitted, is approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,400.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 991.210.5040, Safety Building - Building UpdatesAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3196 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 5-11 (K1-005)ResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 5-11 (K1-005) Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 5-11 (K1-005), Professional Services-2011 Pavement Inspection & Planning, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $7,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 992.9908.5040, 7th St.-Marquette to Main.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3201 A Hot dog/concession business in Island Park, Humble Park, Lincoln Park, Crosswalk Park, and any other recommended parks or locations.ResolutionHot dog/concession business in Island Park, Humble Park, Lincoln Park, Crosswalk Park, and any other recommended parks or locations. Resolved, to assign Caleb Robinson's (Top Dog Hot Dog) existing contract with his permission to Nelson Concession's until the expiration of this contract. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3202 A Salmon-A-RamaResolutionSalmon-A-Rama Resolved, to approve the request from the owner and operator of Smok'd on the Water, to erect a tent in the Pershing Park Boat Launch parking lot for the days of Salmon-A-Rama July 13, 2012 through July 22, 2012 with proper permits. Fiscal Note: Permit fees will apply.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3188 A International Cycling Classic International Cycling Classic International Cycling ClassicResolutionInternational Cycling Classic Resolved, that Real Racine is granted permission to hold the International Cycling Classic bicycle race on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and to close the streets listed below, with the following stipulations: Michigan Boulevard from English Street to Barker Street; Barker Street from Michigan Boulevard to the dead-end, Hoffert Drive A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. Sponsor shall be responsible for supplying a map of the detour route and the signing of the necessary detours for the State Highway route. F. The sponsor shall pay a special event fee of $450.00 for street closures and $590.00 for Level 4 North Beach Rental. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer, DIrector of Parks, RecreatiReferred  Action details Not available
Res.12-3197 A FINAL RESOLUTION - STREET PAVINGResolutionFINAL RESOLUTION - STREET PAVING Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits & Damages WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 12th day of June, 2012 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 Vista Drive - Spring Valley Drive to Harrington Drive Alley - Kinzie Avenue to Haven Avenue; Arthur Avenue to Blaine Avenue NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows: 1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved. 2. That the Commissioner of Public Works is directed to advertise for bids and to carry out the work of such improvement in accordance with the report of the CoReferred  Action details Not available
Res.12-3184 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $7,830,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDSResolutionRESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $7,360,000 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 2014 through 2017 maturities of the General Obligation Refunding Bonds, dated November 1, 2003 (the "Refunded 2003 Bonds") and the 2015 through 2019 maturities of the General Obligation Refunding Bonds, dated November 1, 2004 (the "Refunded 2004 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 provisions of AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3185 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $10,760,000 general obligation promissory notes AND THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $10,760,000 note anticipation notes in ANTICIPATION thereOFResolutionRESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $10,760,000 general obligation promissory notes AND THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $10,760,000 note anticipation notes in ANTICIPATION thereOF WHEREAS, the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") is presently in need of the sum of $10,760,000 for public purposes, including paying the cost of various capital improvement and acquisition projects set forth in the City's Capital Improvement Plan and constructing and equipping an animal control facility (the "Project"); WHEREAS, the Common Council hereby finds and determines that the Project is within the City's power to undertake and therefore serves a "public purpose" as that term is defined in Section 67.04(1)(b), Wisconsin Statutes; WHEREAS, cities are authorized by the provisions of Chapter 67, Wisconsin Statutes, to borrow money and issue general obligation promissory notes for such public purposes; WHEREAS, it is the finding of the Common Council that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to authorize the issuance of and covenant to issue general obligaAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3186 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $3,780,000 TAXABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDSResolutionRESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $3,775,000 TAXABLE 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 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, dated July 15, 2003, maturing in the years 2014 through 2018 (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 provisions of Section 67.04, Wisconsin Statutes, to borrow money and issue general obligation refunding bonds to refinance their outstanding obligations; WHEREAS, due tAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3187 A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $14,390,000 Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue REFUNDING Bonds AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS AND OTHER DETAILS AND COVENANTS WITH RESPECT THERETOResolutionRESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $14,140,000 Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue REFUNDING Bonds AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS AND OTHER DETAILS AND COVENANTS WITH RESPECT THERETO WHEREAS, the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "Municipality" or the "City") owns and operates a Waterworks System (the "System") which is operated for a public purpose as a public utility by the Municipality; WHEREAS, under the provisions of Section 66.0621 of the Wisconsin Statutes any municipality may, by action of its governing body, provide funds for extending, adding to and improving a public utility or to refund obligations issued to finance or refinance such extensions, additions and improvements from the proceeds of bonds, which bonds are to be payable only from the revenues received from any source by such utility, including all rentals and fees; and which bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage lien upon such utility; WHEREAS, the Municipality has outstanding its Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue Bonds, dated November 1, 2004 (the "NovembAdoptedPass Action details Not available