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Ord.4-10
| A | | Ordinance 4-10
To amend Section114-826(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Downtown Area Design Guidelines - Prohibitions and exemptions. | Ordinance | Ordinance 4-10
To amend Section114-826(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Downtown Area Design Guidelines - Prohibitions and exemptions.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Section 114-826(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the phrase "having a project cost of $5,000 or more, in aggregate" and by inserting in its place the following phrase, "for projects whose impact will result in the alteration of the visual character or impact of the facade."
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved: ______________
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Mayor
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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Ord.5-10
| A | | Ordinance No. 5-10
To amend the title of Sec. 114-1033(a) and (b), and to create Sec. 114-1033(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 5-10
To amend the title of Sec. 114-1033(a) and (b), and to create Sec. 114-1033(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Section 114-1033(a) and (b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by changing the title of the section to read: "LED Electronic signs."
Part 2:
Section 114-1033(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
"(c) High Resolution Electronic Signs.
(1) Definition: A high resolution, digitalized picture displayed on a sign or surface which has the capability of what appears to be constant motion. For purposes of this section, high resolution electronic signs are not LED signs.
(2) Zones:
a. High resolution electronic signs are allowed as a Conditional Use in the B-2 and B-3 Zoning Districts.
b. High resolution electronic signs are not allowed in the B-1, O, O1, 1-1, 1-2, 1-P, B-4 and B-5 zones, educational facilities or in any residential zo | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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10-5050
| A | | Communication from the Chairman of the City of Racine Board of Ethics submitting their 2009-2010 Annual Report. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chairman of the City of Racine Board of Ethics submitting their 2009-2010 Annual Report. | Approved as Presented | |
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10-5051
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police, requesting to apply for the 2010 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant (grant control #2010-020).
(Also referred to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police, requesting to apply for the 2010 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant (grant control #2010-020). (Res.10-2028)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: The Chief of Police apply for the 2010 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant (City Grant Control No. 2010-020) in the amount of $17,050.
Fiscal Note: The City's cost for the vests purchased will be 50% that are budgeted for in Account 101.311.5430, Furniture & Equipment under $5000. | Referred | |
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10-5060
| A | | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Director of City Development requesting approval to apply for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Assets for Independence grant funding (Grant Control # 2010-014). (Res.10-2023)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: The Director of City Development apply for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Assets for Independence grant funding (City Grant Control No. 2010-014) in the amount of $28,750.
Fiscal Note: There is a $57,500 match on the part of the City that will be raised through private sector contributions. | Referred | |
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10-5058
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to transfer funds to bid the replacement of an existing retaining wall at Tyler-Domer Community Center. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to transfer funds to bid the replacement of an existing retaining wall at Tyler-Domer Community Center. (Res.10-2027)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: $17,000 be transferred from Account 989.670.5020, Tyler-Domer Roof to Account 989.670.5030, Tyler-Domer retaining wall.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. | Referred | |
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10-5066
| A | | Communication from Narcotics Anonymous requesting the use of Community Centers at reduced rates. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Narcotics Anonymous requesting the use of Community Centers at reduced rates. (Res.10-2026)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: Narcotics Anonymous be allowed to utilize the Martin Luther King Jr. and Tyler-Domer Community Centers at $65.00 per day per event.
Fiscal Note: The reduced rate will generate $130.00 in revenue as opposed to $500.00 the standard rate would have generated. | Referred | |
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10-5074
| A | | Permission to apply for the 2010 Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the 2010 Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (City Grant Control No. 2010-018) in the amount of $89,019. Further request the memorandum of understanding with Racine County for the grant be renewed. (Res.10-2029)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: The Chief of Police apply for the 2010 Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (City Grant Control No. 2010-018) in the amount of $89,019. Further that the memorandum of understanding with Racine County for the grant be renewed.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine Police Department is the fiscal agent for the grant. The City's share will be $44,509.50 with no match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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10-5079
| A | | 2010 CDBG/ESG fund advance | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting an advance of city funds to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) programs to allow reimbursement of grantee payment requests in anticipation of the receipt of funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. (Res.10-2024)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: The City advance funds to the Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant programs in the amount up to $1,000,000, and the Committee be informed when the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development releases the awarded money to the City.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the advancement. | Referred | |
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10-5081
| A | | Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the OJJDP 2010 OJJDP Youth Gang Prevention and Intervention Program Grant, Grant Control No. 2010-017, in the amount of $325,000 over an 18 month time period. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the 2010 OJJDP Youth Gang Prevention and Intervention Program Grant, Grant Control No. 2010-017, in the amount of $325,000 over an 18 month time period. (Res.10-2030)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: The Grants Facilitator apply for the 2010 OJJDP Youth Gang Prevention and Intervention Program Grant, City Grant Control No. 2010-017, in the amount of $325,000 over an 18 month time period.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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10-5082
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting permission to apply for the State of Wisconsin Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water (UNPS&SW) Program Construction Grant for Mound Avenue Underground Detention and Treatme | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting permission to apply for the State of Wisconsin Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water (UNPS&SW) Program Construction Grant for Mound Avenue Underground Detention and Treatment Project, Grant Control No. 2010-021. (Res.10-2025)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: The Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering apply for the State of Wisconsin Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water (UNPS&SW) Program Construction grant in the amount of $150,000 to be utilized for the Mound Ave. Underground Detention and Treatment Project, City Grant Control No. 2010-021.
Fiscal Note: There is a $200,200 match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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10-5061
| A | | Real Racine request to use the Walker Site as a parking lot and storage facility for several large events. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting the use of the Walker Site for use as a parking lot and storage facility for several large events. (Res.10-2011)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-11-10: That permission be granted to Real Racine to use the city owned property commonly known as the Walker Site for special event parking on June 19 and 20, July 18, and July 31, 2010, and for the storage of equipment and supplies for the Ironman race event from July 6-21, 2010 with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
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 pay the City $1.50 for each car which is allowed to park on this public property.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will share a percentage of the proceeds which Real Racine obtains through charging for parking on this property. | Referred | |
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10-5069
| A | | Repeal Chapter 18, Article IV., Division 2, Board of Electrical Appeals. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief Building Inspector/Chief Electrical Inspector to repeal Chapter 18, Article IV., Division 2, Board of Electrical Appeals. (Ord.9-10)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-11-10: That Sections 18-626, 18-627 and 18-628 regarding the Board of Electrical Appeals be repealed.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine by eliminating the Board of Electrical Appeals. | Referred | |
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10-5073
| A | | Friends of the Wind Point Lighthouse request to place a sign on the Racine Public Library to recognize it as the original site of the Racine lighthouse. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Friends of the Wind Point Lighthouse requesting permission to place a sign on the Racine Public Library to recognize it as the original site of the Racine lighthouse.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-11-10: That the City of Racine accept the donation from the Friends of the Wind Point Lighthouse of a historical marker regarding the original Racine lighthouse which occupied the current site of the Racine Public Library.
Further recommends that the Mayor send a letter of gratitude acknowledging this donation.
Fiscal Note: There is no cost to the City of Racine. | Referred | |
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10-5075
| A | | Wayman A.M.E. Church request to close the alleys behind 424 N. Memorial Drive for their annual Wayman Fest on July 24, 2010 and July 25, 2010. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Pastor of Wayman A.M.E. Church requesting permission to close the alleys behind 424 N. Memorial Drive for their annual Wayman Fest on July 24, 2010 and July 25, 2010. (Res. 10-2010)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-11-10: Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church be granted permission to close the north-south alley behind 424 N. Memorial Drive, for their annual festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 24 and 25, 2010, in accordance with their request.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest | Referred | |
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10-5076
| A | | Real Racine requesting to use the Gateway Parking Lot for the gus Macker Tournament on August 21 and 22, 2010. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to use the Gateway Parking Lot for the Gus Macker Tournament on August 21 and 22, 2010. (Res.10-2012)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-11-10: That permission be granted to Real Racine to utilize the Gateway parking lot for the Gus Macker Tournament on August 21 and 22, 2010, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
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.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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10-5077
| A | | Real Racine requesting to use the parking lot at the end of Barker Street for the World Series of Watercross on June 19 and 20, 2010. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to use the parking lot at the end of Barker Street for the World Series of Watercross on June 19 and 20, 2010. (Res.10-2084)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-11-10: That permission be granted to Real Racine to use the parking lot at the end of Barker Street along the south right-of-way line for the World Series of Watercross on June 19 and 20, 2010, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
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.
Further recommends that this item be referred to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 6-9-10: that the request be approved with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Proper fueling equipment is used to elimina | Referred | |
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10-5070
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to award the bid for 33,000 GVW Truck Chassis with overcenter articulated insulated aerial unit for the Forestry Division, Parks Department to Dueco, Inc. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to award the bid for 33,000 GVW Truck Chassis with overcenter articulated insulated aerial unit for the Forestry Division, Parks Department to Dueco, Inc. | Referred | |
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10-5083
| A | | Communication from Jamie Brands, requesting "15 Minute Parking" signs be placed on the north side of Barker Street for his child care center located at 1401 N. Main Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Jamie Brands, requesting "15 Minute Parking" signs be placed on the north side of Barker Street for his child care center located at 1401 N. Main Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-17-10: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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10-5062
| A | | 2010 ESG funds | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Director of City Development transmitting the Homeless Assistance Coalition's recommended distribution of 2010 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funds and requesting a review and recommendation. (Grant Control # 2009-071) (Res.10-2031)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 5-12-10: That 2010 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funds be allocated as shown on the attached table.
Further recommends that the appropriate city officials be authorized and directed to execute and submit the appropriate documents on the city's behalf to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to secure the city's 2010 Emergency Shelter Grant funds.
Further recommends that the appropriate city officials be authorized to execute third-party contracts with agencies and organizations approved for use of 2010 Emergency Shelter Grant funds.
Fiscal Note: The city will receive a grant in the amount of $88,108. | Referred | |
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10-5078
| A | | NHS HOME request 1812 Racine Street | Communication | Subject: Communication from Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) of Southeast Wisconsin requesting HOME funds for the improvement of 1812 Racine Street. (Res.10-2032)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 5-12-10: That up to $55,000 in HOME Housing Investment Partnerships funding be allocated to Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) of Southeast Wisconsin for rehabilitation of 1812 Racine Street with the condition that the siding material be approved by the Director of City Development.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds for this recommendation. | Referred | |
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10-4983
| A | | claim of Nurit BenUr | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Nurit BenUr for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: The claim of Nurit BenUr, 3126 - 94th Street, Sturtevant, requesting reimbursement in an amount in excess of $643.00 for injuries after she allegedly fell on an icy sidewalk at 2519 Northwestern Avenue on February 14, 2010 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4862
| A | | Claim for excessive assessment from 2405 Northwestern Avenue, LLC for 2009 Real Estate Taxes. | Communication | Subject: Claim for excessive assessment from 2405 Northwestern Avenue, LLC for 2009 Real Estate Taxes.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-22-10: That the claim be referred to the Board of Review.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The claim for excessive assessment filed by 2405 Northwestern Avenue, LLC for 2009 Real Estate Taxes be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4863
| A | | Claim for excessive assessment from Racine Joint Venture II, LLC, for 2009 Real Estate Taxes. | Communication | Subject: Claim for excessive assessment from Racine Joint Venture II, LLC, for 2009 Real Estate Taxes.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-22-10: That the claim be referred to the Board of Review.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The claim for excessive assessment filed by Racine Joint Venture II, LLC for 2009 Real Estate Taxes be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4956
| A | | claim of Manuel Pedrosa and Lori Brewer Pedrosa | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Manuel Pedrosa and Lori Brewer Pedrosa for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-26-10: The claim of Manuel Pedrosa and Lori Brewer Pedrosa, 3020 - 19th Street, requesting reimbursement in an amount in excess of $5,000 for damages when their basement allegedly flooded after a watermain break on February 12, 2010 be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5006
| A | | Communication from the Director of Fair Housing requesting to accept a $1,000 donation from SC Johnson A Family Company to be donated to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network to be applied to this years annual Fair Housing Updates & Awards/Conference Program | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Fair Housing requesting to accept a $1,000 donation from SC Johnson A Family Company to be donated to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network to be applied to this years annual Fair Housing Updates & Awards/Conference Program and Luncheon event.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That permission be granted for the Director of Fair Housing to accept a $1,000 donation from SC Johnson A Family Company to be donated to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network to be applied to this years annual Fair Housing Updates & Awards/Conference Program and Luncheon event.
Fiscal Note: The donation will be a pass through to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5008
| A | | Root River grant application | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting a request by the Root River Council that the City of Racine support its application for a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. (Res.10-1991)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That the City of Racine support the Root River Council's application for a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Fiscal Note: No contribution from the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5009
| A | | Façade grant $10,000 increase | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting that the façade grant program be continued at the amount of $10,000 per façade through 2011. (Res.10-1992)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That the façade grant program be allowed to continue at the amount of $10,000 per façade through 2011.
Fiscal Note: There are funds available to continue the program at this level. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5010
| A | | Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-016) to support initiatives of the Y-Youth Mentoring Collaborative. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-016) to support initiatives of the Y-Youth Mentoring Collaborative. (Res.10-1993)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-016) to support initiatives of the Y-Youth Mentoring Collaborative.
Fiscal Note: The $625,000 Grant has a 25% in-kind match requirement which would be covered by partners of the grant. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5012
| A | | Communication from the Fire Chief requesting formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of water rescue dive gear. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of water rescue dive gear under the 2009 DHS Port Security Grant. (Res.10-1989)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-26-10: That formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of water rescue dive gear under the 2009 DHS Port Security Grant.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5013
| A | | Communication from the Fire Chief requesting formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of the Lucus Chest Compression System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Fire Chief requesting formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of the Lucus Chest Compression System. (Res.10-1990)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-26-10: That formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of the Lucus Chest Compression System.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5039
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to carry forward approximately $49,000 from 2009 salaries to 2010 salaries to cover salary expenses for the lab. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to carry forward approximately $49,000 from 2009 salaries to 2010 salaries to cover salary expenses for the lab. (Res.10-1994)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-26-10: That permission be granted to carry forward $49,000 from 2009 salaries to 2010 salaries to cover salary expenses for the lab with contingency to revisit if grants become available.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for the transfer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4965
| A | | Use city right-of-way for the Superweek bicycle race on Thursday, July 22, 2010. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to use city right-of-way for the Superweek bicycle race on Thursday, July 22, 2010. (Res.10-2002)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That Real Racine be granted permission to close the following streets to hold the Superweek bicycle race on Thursday, July 22, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.,
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street,
Third Street from Lake Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue,
Wisconsin Avenue from Fourth Street to Sixth Street,
Sixth Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street;
and to partially close lanes on the following streets:
Lake Avenue from Third Street to Gaslight Drive,
Gaslight Drive from Lake Avenue to Main Street,
Wisconsin Avenue from Third Street to Fourth Street;
with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
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 seven | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4969
| A | | Root Pike Watershed Initiative Network requesting to rent office space in the City Hall Annex. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Root Pike Watershed Initiative Network requesting to rent office space in the City Hall Annex. (Res.10-2004)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for 600 square feet in Room 114 at the City Hall Annex at a rate of $3.96 per square foot. The term of the lease will be June 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010 with annual renewals.
Further recommends that should it be necessary to construct a wall in order to allow leasing the remaining portion of this area, that the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network bear the expense not-to-exceed $500.00.
Fiscal Note: This rental agreement will result in $1,386.00 of additional revenue to the City of Racine in 2010. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4975
| A | | Redline Tavern Corporation request to close North Wisconsin Street, between Hamilton and Hubbard, on July 17, 2010, for the 8th Annual "Cruz in for the Cause" benefit for the non-profit organization "SafeHaven of Racine". | Communication | Subject: Communication from Redline Tavern Corporation requesting to close North Wisconsin Street, between Hamilton and Hubbard, on July 17, 2010, for the 8th Annual "Cruz in for the Cause" benefit for the non-profit organization "SafeHaven of Racine". (Res.10-2003)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: Permission be granted to Redline Tavern Corporation, 1200 N. Wisconsin Street, to close N. Wisconsin Street from Hamilton Street to Hubbard Street, on Saturday, July 17, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., for the 8th annual “Cruz in for the Cause” benefit for Safehaven of Racine, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way.
F. Any tents placed on the public right-of-way shall not be | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5015
| A | | Bid results on Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library. (Res.10-2005)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, be awarded to Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., Racine, WI, at their base bid price of $192,000.00, plus Alternate Bid #1 at $42,000.00 and Alternate Bid #2 at $12,000.00, for a total contract amount of $246,000.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$115,000.00 - Account 255.699.5010, Carpet 2nd Floor (Trust)
$ 16,000.00 - Account 255.699.5020, Remodel 2nd Floor (Trust)
$115,000.00 - Account 255.989.5010, Carpet 2nd Floor (GOB)
$246,000.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5016
| A | | Bid results on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G. (Res.10-2006)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G., be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their bid price of $162,737.70, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$149,237.70 - Account 890.030.5540, CDBG Street Resurfacing
$ 8,000.00 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc.
$ 5,500.00 - Account 287.990.5320, Sanitary Sewer, Various$
$162,737.70 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5017
| A | | Bid results on Contract 26-10 (K0-031), Storm & Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1). | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 26-10 (K0-031), Storm & Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1). (Res.10-2007)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That Contract 26-10 (K0-031), Storm and Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1), be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $237,955.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$187,655.00 - Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Misc. Loc.
$ 41,500.00 - Account 895.030.5530, 10th St. Sewer Project
$ 8,800.00 - Account 104.990.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc.
$237,955.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5042
| A | | Resolution 10-1959, of April 19, 2010, relating to street improvements. | Communication | Subject: Resolution 10-1959, of April 19, 2010, relating to street improvements:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Franklin Street from 18th Street to 17th Street
Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue
Murray Avenue from 17th Street to 16th Street
Owen Avenue from 16th Street to +/-725' North of 16th Street
Alley from 20th Street to 21st Street; Phillips Avenue to S. Memorial Drive
Franklin Street from 13th Street to 12th Street
SANITARY SEWER
Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue
SEWER AND WATER LATERALS
Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That Resolution No. 10-1959, of April 19, 2010, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue
Alley from 20th Street to 21st Street; Phillips Avenue to S. Memorial Drive
SANITARY SEWER
Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue
SEWER AND WATER LATERALS
Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue
an | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5043
| A | | Resolution 10-1960, of April 19, 2010, relating to street improvements | Communication | Subject: Resolution 10-1960, of April 19, 2010, relating to street improvements:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Liberty Street from Rickeman Court to Forest Street
Rosalind Avenue from Spruce Street to Knoll Place
Pine Ridge Circle from Pine Ridge Lane (N) to Pine Ridge Lane (S)
Pine Ridge Lane from Pine Ridge Circle to Waterbury Lane
Pine Ridge Lane from Waterbury Lane to Chicory Road
CURB AND GUTTER
Pine Ridge Circle from Pine Ridge Lane (N) to Pine Ridge Lane (S)
Pine Ridge Lane from Pine Ridge Circle to Waterbury Lane
Pine Ridge Lane from Waterbury Lane to Chicory Road
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That Resolution No. 10-1960, of April 19, 2010, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Liberty Street from Rickeman Court to Forest Street
Pine Ridge Circle from Pine Ridge Lane (N) to Pine Ridge Lane (S)
Pine Ridge Lane from Pine Ridge Circle to Waterbury Lane
CURB AND GUTTER
Pine Ridge Circle from Pine Ridge Lane (N) to Pine Ridge Lane (S)
Pine Ridge Lane from Pine Ridge Circle to Waterbury Lane
an | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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10-5044
| A | | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2-10 (K0-002), Incinerator Building Structural Slab Repair, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2-10 (K0-002), Incinerator Building Structural Slab Repair, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor. (Res.10-2009)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 2-10 (K0-002), Incinerator Building Structural Slab Repair, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $9,015.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$5,075.00 - Account 990.220.5030, CHP-Structural Repairs
$3,940.00 - Account 989.220.5010, CHP-Replace Roof
$9,015.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5045
| A | | Final payment on Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights - CDBG-R Ruud Lighting, contractor. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights - CDBG-R Ruud Lighting, contractor. (Res.10-2008)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That the work done by Ruud Lighting under Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights-CDBG-R, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $337,093.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1632, dated October 6, 2009. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5046
| A | | Results of ARRA bids by the State of Wisconsin for streets within the City of Racine. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer informing the committee of results of ARRA bids by the State of Wisconsin for streets within the City of Racine.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5001
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting final payment for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station by AECOM. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting final payment for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station by AECOM. (Res.10-1988)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 4-26-10: That final payment for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station by AECOM be approved.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 989-700-5050, North Beach Lift Station. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5063
| A | | Ordinance No. 3-10
To amend Sec. 70-131(a) and 70-1(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Fifth Street boat ramp - Violations; payment of forfeiture in lieu of court appearance. | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 3-10
To amend Sec. 70-131(a) and 70-1(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Fifth Street boat ramp - Violations; payment of forfeiture in lieu of court appearance.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 4-26-10: That ordinance 3-10 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4713
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District requesting a 4-Way or All-Way stop at the intersection of N. Wisconsin Street and Barker Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District requesting a 4-Way or All-Way stop at the intersection of N. Wisconsin Street and Barker Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 02-15-10: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-26-10: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4742
| A | | Communication from Pete Karas, Jim Spodick, Thomas Holmes and Keith Fair, requesting the removal of parking restrictions on Water Street in Downtown Racine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Pete Karas, Jim Spodick, Thomas Holmes and Keith Fair, requesting the removal of parking restrictions on Water Street in Downtown Racine.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 03-15-10: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-26-10: The request to change "No parking at any time" restrictions on Water Street, north side, from Villa Street to Park Avenue, to "No parking from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., except on Sundays and Holidays" be approved.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4816
| A | | Communication from Amanda Lawrence, Chairperson for the Starving Artists Outdoor Fair, requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs and "No Parking at Any Time" restrictions on Sunday, August 1, 2010. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Amanda Lawrence, Chairperson for the Starving Artists Outdoor Fair, requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs and "No Parking at Any Time" restrictions on Sunday, August 1, 2010. (Res.10-1998)
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-26-10: The request to use Temporary No Parking signs on the east side of S. Main Street between 10th and 11th Streets on August 1, 2010 between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. be granted.
Further recommends that the request to waive the "No Parking Any Time" restriction on 10th and 11th Streets before 9:00 A.M. and from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. on August 1, 2010, in connection with the Starving Artists Outdoor Art Fair, be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4859
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a list of approaches of signalized intersections for prohibitive U-turns. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a list of approaches of signalized intersections for prohibitive U-turns. (Ord.7-10)
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-26-10: Recommends that Section 94-96, U-turns prohibited, be amended to include:
South approach of N. Memorial Drive at State Street
Northeast approach of Washington Avenue at Racine Street
East approach of 16th Street at Taylor Avenue
West approach of 21st Street at Taylor Avenue
West approach of Durand Avenue at Taylor Avenue
Southeast approach of Northwestern Avenue at High Street
Southwest approach of Washington Avenue at 12th Street
West approach of 12th Street at Washington Avenue
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $800.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $320.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4875
| A | | Communication from the Evangelical United Methodist Church (212 11th Street) requesting temporary "No Parking" signs be installed on the north side of the first block west of South Main Street on Sunday, August 1, 2010 from 8:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Evangelical United Methodist Church (212 11th Street) requesting temporary "No Parking" signs be installed on the north side of the first block west of South Main Street on Sunday, August 1, 2010 from 8:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. (Res.10-1999)
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-26-10: The request to use Temporary No Parking signs on the north side of 11th Street between S. Main Street and Wisconsin Avenue on August 1, 2010 between 8:00 A.M. and 12:30 P.M. be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4882
| A | | Communication from the East Park Towers Association (111 - 11th Street) requesting parking restrictions at S. Main Street and 11th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the East Park Towers Association (111 - 11th Street) requesting parking restrictions at S. Main Street and 11th Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-26-10: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5068
| A | | In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of the Municipal | Communication | Subject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking at any time" be amended:
By Deleting:
1. Water Street, north side, from Villa Street to 160 feet northeast of Park Avenue.
By Including:
1. Water Street, north side, from Park Avenue northeast 160 feet.
B. Recommends that Section 94-141 (25) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., except on Sundays and holidays" be amended:
By Including:
1. Water Street, north side, from Villa Street to Park Avenue. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4997
| A | | Communication from the Monument Square Art Fair Board of Directors requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Fair on Saturday, June 12, 2010 and Sunday, June 13, 2010. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Monument Square Art Fair Board of Directors requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Fair on Saturday, June 12, 2010 and Sunday, June 13, 2010. (Res.10-1996)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-29-10: The Monument Square Art Fair Board be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 12, 2010 and Sunday, June 13, 2010, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $420.00 for the Parking System. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5014
| A | | Communication from the Executive Director of PTM regarding no bus service on Monday, July 5, 2010. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director of PTM regarding no bus service on Monday, July 5, 2010.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-28-10: Approve no bus service on Monday, July 5, 2010.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5037
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club to use Lakefront Lot No. 4 and the Civic Centre Ramp for parking in conjunction with Post Prom 2010 - from 7:00 P.M., May 15, 2010 to 4:30 A.M. Sunday, May 16 | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club to use Lakefront Lot No. 4 in conjunction with Post Prom 2010 - from 7:00 P.M., May 15, 2010 to 4:30 A.M. Sunday, May 16, 2010. (Res.10-1997)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-28-10: The request to use Lakefront Lot No. 4 on May 15 & 16, 2010 be approved at no cost, subject to execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5038
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Johnson Financial Group requesting to contribute funding for six IP based security cameras for the Civic Centre Ramp. Dave Gorr invited to the meeting. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Johnson Financial Group requesting to contribute funding for six IP based security cameras for the Civic Centre Ramp.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-28-10: Approve the funding for six IP based security cameras for the Civic Centre Ramp from the Johnson Financial Group.
Fiscal Note: There is no cost for the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4984
| A | | Woodland Pointe extension (2) | Communication | Subject: Request from Carolyn Seeger, representing Lincoln Lutheran, for an extension of a planned development approval for the Woodland Pointe Condominiums. (Res.10-2000)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-28-10: That the extension be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5071
| A | | Ord.4-10 | Communication | Subject: (Ord.4-10) An Ordinance to amend Section 114-826(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Downtown Area Design Guidelines - Prohibitions and exemptions.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-28-10: That the Ordinance be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5072
| A | | Ord.5-10 | Communication | Subject: (Ord.5-10) An Ordinance to amend the title of Sec. 114-1033(a) and (b), and to create Sec. 114-1033(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-28-10: That the Ordinance be adopted with the following changes:
Section 114-1033(c)(4)b. that 60 seconds be changed to 30 seconds, and
Section 114-1033(c)(5)b. that 1000 linear feet be changed to 500 linear feet, and
Section 114-1033(c)(6)b. that the word “be” be inserted between the words “to” and “a”, and add the following sentence, “Findings of detriment to public safety are to be determined by the City traffic engineer with the concurrence of the Director of City Development. Such a determination may be appealable to the Plan Commission who will file a recommendation with the Common Council.” and,
Section 114-1033(c)(6) add “c.” to read “High resolution signs be equipped with photosensitive equipment which automatically adjust the brightness and contrast of the sign in direct relation to the ambient outdoor illumination.”
Fiscal Note: N | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-4952
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requesting to amend Resolution No. 7365 of 5-17-1994, that only the following events be cosponsored by the City: Memorial Day and Fourth Fest Parades and Fourth Fest Fireworks, to include the Christmas P | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requesting to amend Resolution No. 7365 of 5-17-1994, that only the following events be cosponsored by the City: Memorial Day and Fourth Fest Parades and Fourth Fest Fireworks, to include the Christmas Parade and St. Patrick's Day Parade. (Res.10-1995)
Recommendation: that the Item be approved.
Fiscal Note: The City will lose revenue for the Special Event Fee ($1,450 annually), and incur additional expenses in the Police Dept. Overtime Budget estimated at a minimum of $4,100 for each event ($8,200 annually). Funding is undetermined at this time. | Approved as Presented | Fail |
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10-5002
| A | | Youth Assets Survey presentation, which is assessed for the City and County of Racine. A representative from Parkside will also be in attendance to speak about mentoring. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Youth Assets Survey presentation, which is assessed for the City and County of Racine. A representative from Parkside will also be in attendance to speak about mentoring.
Recommendation: that the Item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5011
| A | | Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:
Appoint Douglas Nicholson 1534 College Ave Racine 53403 to the Redevelopment Authority to fill the current vacancy set to expire on April the 1st, 2011 to a 5 year term.
Appoint Robert Anderson 1638 S. Main Street Racine, 53403 to the Redevelopment Authority to fill the current vacancy set to expire on April the 1st, 2012 to a 5 year term.
Reappoint Alderman James Kaplan 730 Washington Ave Racine, 53403 to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee for a 1 year term to expire on May the 1st, 2011
Reappoint Alderman David Maack 730 Washington Ave Racine, 53403 to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee for a 1 year term to expire on May the 1st, 2011
Reappoint Alderman Michael Shields 730 Washington Ave Racine, 53403 to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee for a 1 year term to expire on May the 1st, 2011
Reappoint Alderman James Spangenberg 730 Washington Ave Racine, 53403 to the Access Corridor Developmen | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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10-5021
| A | | Water Main Construction - Sturtevant Agreement | Communication | Subject: Agreement with the Village of Sturtevant relating to water main construction in the village. (Res.10-2022)
Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 4/27/10: That Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk be authorized to enter into an Agreement with the Village of Sturtevant relating to water main construction in the Village.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-10-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Village of Sturtevant relating to water main construction in the village.
Fiscal Note: There will be compensation to the village monetarily for a share of pavement costs that would have been paid for by the Racine Water Utility had the village not been already paving the street. | Referred | Pass |
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Res.10-1988
| A | | Professional services provided by AECOM for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station be approved and final payment authorized | Resolution | Professional services provided by AECOM for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station be approved and final payment authorized
Resolved, that the professional services provided by AECOM for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station be approved and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $28,106.04.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 989.700.5050, North Beach Lift Station. Contract was approved by Resolution No. 09-1235 of February 18, 2009. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1989
| A | | Formal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate the purchase of water rescue dive gear under the 2009 DHS Port Security Grant | Resolution | Formal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate the purchase of water rescue dive gear under the 2009 DHS Port Security Grant
Resolved, that being in the best interest of the City, formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of water rescue dive gear under the 2009 DHS Port Security Grant, and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Desco International, Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the purchase of Water Rescue Dry Diving Suits and with Interspiro Incorporated, Kenosha, Wisconsin for the purchase of Underwater Breathing Air Systems equipment.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1990
| A | | Formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate the purchase of the Lucus Chest Compression System | Resolution | Formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate the purchase of the Lucus Chest Compression System
Resolved, that being in the best interest of the City, formal bidding procedures be waived, and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate the acquisition of the Lucus Chest Compression System from Physio-Control, Incorporated.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1991
| A | | City of Racine support the Root River Council's application for a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources | Resolution | City of Racine support the Root River Council's application for a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Resolved, that the City of Racine support the Root River Council's application for a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The DNR Grant will support the Council's work on the development of art on the Azarian park retaining wall and other art installations along the Root River.
Fiscal Note: No contribution from the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1992
| A | | Permission to continue the Facade Grant Program through 2011 | Resolution | Permission to continue the Facade Grant Program through 2011
Resolved, that permission be granted to continue the Facade Grant Program at the amount of $10,000 per facade through 2011.
Fiscal Note: There are funds available to continue the program at this level. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1993
| A | | Permission granted to the Grants Facilitator to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant | Resolution | Permission granted to the Grants Facilitator to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-016) to support initiatives of the Y-Youth Mentoring Collaborative. The grant is for $492,000 over a three-year period.
Fiscal Note: The $625,000 Grant has a 25% in-kind match requirement which would be covered by partners of the grant. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1994
| A | | Permission granted to the Public Health Administrator to carry forward 2009 salary funds to 2010 salary funds | Resolution | Permission granted to the Public Health Administrator to carry forward 2009 salary funds to 2010 salary funds
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to carry forward $49,000 from 2009 salaries to 2010 salaries to cover salary expenses for the lab with contingency to revisit if grants become available.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for the transfer. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1996
| A | | Monument Square Art Fair Board be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 subject to existing policies and execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement | Resolution | Monument Square Art Fair Board be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 subject to existing policies and execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement
Resolved, that the Monument Square Art Fair Board be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 12, 2010 and Sunday, June 13, 2010, subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies, and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $420.00 for the Parking System. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1997
| A | | Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club be granted permission to use Lakefront Lot No. 4 for parking in conjunction with Post Prom 2010, subject to execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement | Resolution | Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club be granted permission to use Lakefront Lot No. 4 for parking in conjunction with Post Prom 2010, subject to execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club to use Lakefront Lot No. 4 on May 15 & 16, 2010, at no cost, subject to execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1998
| A | | Starving Artists Outdoor Fair request for Temporary No Parking signs be approved | Resolution | Starving Artists Outdoor Fair request for Temporary No Parking signs be approved
Resolved, that the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs on the east side of S. Main Street between 10th and 11th Streets on August 1, 2010 between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. for Sunday, August 1, 2001, be approved for the Starving Artists Fair.
Further resolved, that the request to waive the "No Parking Any Time" restriction on 10th and 11th Streets before 9:00 A.M. and from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. on August 1, 2010, in connection with the Starving Artists Outdoor Art Fair, be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1999
| A | | Evangelical United Methodist Church request for Temporary No Parking signs be approved | Resolution | Evangelical United Methodist Church request for Temporary No Parking signs be approved
Resolved, that the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs to be used on the north side of 11th Street between S. Main Street and Wisconsin Avenue on Sunday, August 1, 2010 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., be approved for the Evangelical United Methodist Church.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2000
| A | | Extension be granted to Lincoln Lutheran of Racine for Woodland Pointe Condominiums | Resolution | Extension be granted to Lincoln Lutheran of Racine for Woodland Pointe Condominiums
Resolved, that an extension be granted to June 17, 2011 to Lincoln Lutheran of Racine for the construction deadline for the planned development of Woodland Pointe Condominium Project.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2002
| A | | Permission granted to Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau (Real Racine) to use City right-of-way for Superweek Bicycle Race on July 22, 2010 and upon execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement with the City | Resolution | Permission granted to Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau (Real Racine) to use City right-of-way for Superweek Bicycle Race on July 22, 2010 and upon execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement with the City
Resolved, that the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau (Real Racine) be granted permission to close the following streets to hold the Superweek Bicycle Race on Thursday, July 22, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.,
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street,
Third Street from Lake Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue,
Wisconsin Avenue from Fourth Street to Sixth Street,
Sixth Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street;
and to partially close lanes on the following streets:
Lake Avenue from Third Street to Gaslight Drive,
Gaslight Drive from Lake Avenue to Main Street,
Wisconsin Avenue from Third Street to Fourth Street;
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. The sponsor | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2003
| A | | Permission granted to Redline Tavern Corporation to close North Wisconsin Street between Hamilton and Hubbard on July 17, 2010 for the 8th Annual "Cruz in the Cause" benefit and upon execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement with the City | Resolution | Permission granted to Redline Tavern Corporation to close North Wisconsin Street between Hamilton and Hubbard on July 17, 2010 for the 8th Annual "Cruz in the Cause" benefit and upon execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement with the City
Resolved, that permission be granted to Redline Tavern Corporation, 1200 N. Wisconsin Street, to close N. Wisconsin Street from Hamilton Street to Hubbard Street, on Saturday, July 17, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., for the 8th annual “Cruz in for the Cause” benefit for Safehaven of Racine, 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. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event;
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way;
F. Any tents placed on the public right-of-way shall not be anchored by any means to the roadway surface;
G. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special e | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2004
| A | | Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a lease agreement with Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for office space in Room 114 at City Hall Annex | Resolution | Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a lease agreement with Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for office space in Room 114 at City Hall Annex
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for 600 square feet in Room 114 at the City Hall Annex at a rate of $3.96 per square foot. The term of the lease will be June 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010 with annual renewals.
Further resolved, that should it be necessary to construct a wall in order to allow leasing the remaining portion of this area, that the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network bear the expense not-to-exceed $500.00.
Fiscal Note: This rental agreement will result in $1,386.00 of additional revenue to the City of Racine in 2010. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2005
| A | | Contract 1-10 (K0-010), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, be awarded to Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc. | Resolution | Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, be awarded to Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc.
Resolved, that Contract 1-10 (K0-001), Second Floor Remodeling at Racine Public Library, be awarded to Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., Racine, WI, at its base bid price of $192,000.00, plus Alternate Bid #1 at $42,000.00, and Alternate Bid #2 at $12,000.00, for a total contract amount of $246,000.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 115,000.00 - Account 255.699.5010, Carpet 2nd Floor (Trust)
$ 16,000.00 - Account 255.699.5020, Remodel 2nd Floor (Trust)
$ 115,000.00 - Account 255.989.5010, Carpet 2nd Floor (GOB)
$ 246,000.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2006
| A | | Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G., be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc. | Resolution | Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G., be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc.
Resolved, that Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing C.D.B.G., be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their bid price of $162,737.70, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 149,237.70 - Account 890.030.5540, CDBG Street Resurfacing
$ 8,000.00 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc.
$ 5,500.00 - Account 287.990.5320, Sanitary Sewer, Various
$ 162,737.70 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2007
| A | | Contract 26-10 (K0-031), Storm and Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1), be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. | Resolution | Contract 26-10 (K0-031), Storm and Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1), be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc.
Resolved, that Contract 26-10 (K0-031), Storm and Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1), be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at its bid price of $237,955.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 187,655.00 - Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Misc. Loc.
$ 41,500.00 - Account 895.030.5530, 10th St. Sewer Project
$ 8,800.00 - Account 104.990.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc.
$ 237,955.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2008
| A | | Work done by Ruud Lighting under Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights-CDBG-R, be accepted and final payment authorized | Resolution | Work done by Ruud Lighting under Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights-CDBG-R, be accepted and final payment authorized
Resolved, that the work done by Ruud Lighting under Contract 58-09 (K9-059), 2009 LED Street Lights-CDBG-R, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $337,093.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1632, dated October 6, 2009. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-2009
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 2-10 (K0-002), Incinerator Building Structural Slab Repair, Seater Construction Co., Inc., be approved | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 2-10 (K0-002), Incinerator Building Structural Slab Repair, Seater Construction Co., Inc., be approved
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 2-10 (K0-002), Incinerator Building Structural Slab Repair, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $9,015.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$5,075.00 - Account 990.220.5030, CHP-Structural Repairs
$3,940.00 - Account 989.220.5010, CHP-Replace Roof
$9,015.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.10-1995
| A | | Permission to add the Christmas Parade and St. Patrick's Day Parade to the events co-sponsored by the City | Resolution | Permission to add the Christmas Parade and St. Patrick's Day Parade to the events co-sponsored by the City
Resolved, that in addition to the Memorial Day, Fourth Fest Parades and Fourth Fest Fireworks, the Christmas Parade and St. Patrick's Day Parade be added as events co-sponsored by the City.
Fiscal Note: The City will lose revenue for the Special Event Fee ($1,450 annually), and incur additional expenses in the Police Department Overtime Budget estimated at a minimum of $4,100 for each event ($8,200 annually). Funding is undetermined at this time. | Received As Read | Fail |
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Res.10-2001
| A | | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages | Resolution | 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 27th day of April, 2010 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
Blaine Avenue from Durand Avenue to Pierce Boulevard
Emstan Hills Road from Oakwood Drive to Monarch Drive
Biscayne Avenue from Sovereign Drive to Southwood Drive
Monarch Drive from Taylor Avenue to Biscayne Avenue
Oakwood Drive from Biscayne Avenue to Emstan Hills Road
Alden Court from Lathrop Avenue to the Cul-de-sac
Emstan Hills Road from Victorian Drive to the Dead end
CURB AND GUTTER
Emstan Hills Road from Oakwood Drive to Monarch Drive
Biscayne Avenue from Sovereign Drive to Southwood Drive
Monarch Drive from Taylor Avenue to Biscayne Avenue
Alden Court from Lathrop Avenue to the Cul-de-sac | Referred | |
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Ord.7-10
| A | | Ordinance No. 7-10
To amend Section 94-96 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles; Specific Street Regulations - U-turns prohibited. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 7-10
To amend Section 94-96 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles; Specific Street Regulations - U-turns prohibited.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Section 94-96 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end of the section:
"South approach of N. Memorial Drive at State Street
Northeast approach of Washington Avenue at Racine Street
East approach of 16th Street at Taylor Avenue
West approach of 21st Street at Taylor Avenue
West approach of Durand Avenue at Taylor Avenue
Southeast approach of Northwestern Avenue at High Street
Southwest approach of Washington Avenue at 12th Street
West approach of 12th Street at Washington Avenue"
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved: ______________
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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Ord.8-10
| A | | Ordinance 8-10
To repeal and recreate Sec. 22-1164 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Chapter 22, Article XXX, Stationary Engineers, Division 3, License. | Ordinance | Ordinance 8-10
To repeal and recreate Sec. 22-1164 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Chapter 22, Article XXX, Stationary Engineers, Division 3, License.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 22-1164 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows:
“Sec. 22-1164. Classes of licenses
Licenses of the class specified in this section shall authorize a licensee to take charge of, operate and manage the equipment indicated, except that a holder of any class of license may operate equipment one class in excess of such license if such licensee is an assistant to a licensee holding the next superior license.
(1) Chief power plant engineer's license: Low pressure steam or hydronic plant of any size; a high pressure plant of any size and a steam motive power plant of any size.
(2) First class power plant engineer’s license: Low pressure steam or hydronic plant of any size; a high pressure plant not exceeding 1,500 BHP; a motive power plant not exceed | Referred | |
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