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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/21/2010 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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10-5576 A BID No. 3 2011 Operating Plan (Uptown)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting a request from the Uptown Business Improvement District (BID No. 3) for approval of its 2011 Operating Plan. (Res.10-2216) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-27-10: Resolved, that the 2011 operating plan for Uptown Business Improvement District No. 3, dated September 2, 2010, be approved, and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated $39,398 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Uptown B.I.D.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5599 A West Racine BID Operating PlanCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting a request from the West Racine Business Improvement District for approval of its 2011 Operating Plan. (Res.10-2217) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-27-10: Resolved, that the 2011 operating plan for West Racine Business Improvement District No. 2, dated September 9, 2010, be approved, and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated $20,888 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the West Racine B.I.D.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5600 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control # 2010-032). (Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant control # 2010-032). (Res.10-2218) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-27-10: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant control # 2010-032). Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $35,000, with a 25% soft match of $8,750.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5601 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Speed Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control # 2010-033). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Speed Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant control # 2010-033). (Res.10-2219) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-27-10: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Speed Enforcement Mobilization Grant (Grant control # 2010-033). Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $35,000, with a 25% soft match of $8,750.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5602 A Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control # 2010-034). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant (Grant control # 2010-034). (Res.10-2220) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-27-10: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant (Grant control # 2010-034). Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $4,000, with a 25% soft match of $1,000.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5603 A Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control # 2010-034). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant control # 2010-035). (Res.10-2221) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-27-10: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2011 Bicycle Safety Grant (Grant control # 2010-035). Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $2,000, with a 25% soft match of $500.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5609 A Communication from the Police Chief requesting to accept the 2010 COPS Technology Grant (grant control # 2010-013). (Also refer to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject:Communication from the Police Chief requesting to accept the 2010 COPS Technology Grant (Grant control # 2010-013). (Res.10-2222) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-27-10: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to accept the 2010 COPS Technology Grant (Grant control # 2010-013). Fiscal Note: No City match is required.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5563 A Barb Ehrhart request to close Erie Street, from State Street to Dodge Street, for a fundraiser on October 23, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Barb Ehrhart requesting permission to close Erie Street, from State Street to Dodge Street, for a fundraiser on October 23, 2010. (Res.10-2196) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-28-10: That Barb Ehrhart and the Yard Arm be granted permission to close Erie Street from State Street to Dodge Street, on Saturday, October 23, 2010, from 12:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., for a fundraiser, 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 anchored by any means to the roadway surface. G. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer anReferred  Action details Not available
10-5572 A Robert P. Jorgensen, 733 Blaine Avenue, submitting a proposal for alternate night parking on Blaine Avenue between Kinzie Avenue and Osborne Boulevard.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Robert P. Jorgensen, 733 Blaine Avenue, submitting a proposal for alternate night parking on Blaine Avenue between Kinzie Avenue and Osborne Boulevard. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-28-10: Since parking is permitted along the median per State Statute 346.54(1)(b) with appropriate signage, the communication be received and filed. FISCAL NOTE: The estimated cost of this signage is $400.00 with an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5574 A Notification of Residual Contamination in Groundwater for the Racine Plating Company, 620 Stannard Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from K. Singh & Associates, Inc. submitting a Notification of Residual Contamination in Groundwater for the Racine Plating Company, 620 Stannard Street. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-28-10: That the communication be received and filed. Further recommend that the information regarding the contamination within the street right-of-way be placed in the City's Geographical Information System. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5519 A (New) Application of Park Inn, LLC, Ronald Stankovic, Agent, for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine license for 2312 Douglas Avenue. (5th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Park Inn, LLC, Ronald Stankovic, Agent, for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine license for 2312 Douglas Avenue. (5th District)Referred  Action details Not available
10-5569 A Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting to submit changes to Ord. 66-518; Pyrotechnic Display Permit.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting to submit changes to Ord. 66-518; Pyrotechnic Display Permit. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-27-10: The item be deferred for two weeks and the requester check with surrounding municipalities as to their charges and procedures. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-11-10: The item be deferred until the second meeting in December to give staff, and the fire department more time to redraft the ordinances. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 1-10-11: That the item be deferred and the Fire Chief, Health Department and City Attorney work together in creating a current updated ordinance. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5570 A Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting an ordinance be drafted that in the event the current owner of a Class B licensed premise (Original Premise) sells that premise, the new owner will not be denied a Class B premise licCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting an ordinance be drafted that in the event the current owner of a Class B licensed premise (Original Premise) sells that premise, the new owner will not be denied a Class B premise license solely based on the location of a day care facility or institution identified in Wisconsin Stats. section 125.68 (Institution) if the Original Premise's location pre-existed the Institution's presence at its location. Nothing in this section shall preclude the denial of the new Class B license for other reasons.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5571 A (New) Application of Susan Bukacek for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine license for 309 Main Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Susan Bukacek for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine license for 309 Main Street. (1st District)Referred  Action details Not available
10-5605 A Communication from the Alderman of the 13th District to change the speed limiit to 25 mph in the 3200 and 3300 blocks of Republic Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 13th District to change the speed limit to 25 mph in the 3200 and 3300 blocks of Republic Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-18-10: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5568 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting the City investigate placing electric vehicle chargers in City parking ramps.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting the City investigate placing electric vehicle chargers in City parking ramps. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 09-29-10: Defer Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 01-26-11: Defer Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 07-27-11: Receive and file. Further recommend this communication be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5611 A Communication from Richard Christensen, 1831 Neptune Avenue requesting to meet with the appropriate committee to discuss some issues involving Johnson Park Golf Course.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Richard Christensen, 1831 Neptune Avenue requesting to meet with the appropriate committee to discuss some issues involving Johnson Park Golf Course.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5517 A claim of Tom Goebel and Society InsuranceClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claims of Tom Goebel and of Society Insurance for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9-13-10: The claims of Tom Goebel, 4636 Cardinal Court, and Society Insurance, P.O. Box 1029, Fond du Lac, WI, 54936 (Tom Goebel insured) each independently requesting reimbursement of $984.17 for damages to Mr. Goebel’s vehicle when a manhole cover at the intersection of Ohio Street and Durand Avenue allegedly dislodged as he drove westbound over it on or about July 20, 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5506 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9-13-10: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services accept $51,750 donations to be utilized for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School Program and letters of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: Total amount of donations are $51,750.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5518 A Discuss Official Notice #9, 1,300 Banquet Chairs, 130 chair dollies with 30 extra seat cushions to be utilized at the Festival HallCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss Official Notice #9, 1,300 banquet chairs, 130 chair dollies with 30 extra seat cushions to be utilized at the Festival Hall. (Res.10-2191) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9-13-10: The contract for Official Notice #9, 1,300 banquet chairs, 130 chair dollies with 30 extra seat cushions to be utilized at the Festival Hall be awarded to CDI, Waukesha, WI, they being the low responsive responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 108.990.5540.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5521 A Douglas Ave BID 2011 Operating PlanCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting a request from the Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District (BID #4) for approval of its 2011 Operating Plan. (Res.10-2192) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9-13-10: Approval of the 2011 Operating Plan and proposed special assessments for Business Improvement District No. 4, Douglas Avenue. Fiscal Note: It is estimated that $68,855.85 will be raised through bid assessments to be placed into the Douglas Avenue Bid’s revenue account.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5532 A EPA SAGCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting permission to apply to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for a grant to perform environmental site assessments at brownfields properties throughout the City. (Grant Control No. 2010-031) (Res.10-2193) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9-13-10: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for the $400,000 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant to be utilized for environmental site assessments at brownfields properties throughout the City. (Grant Control No. 2010-031) Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5431 A Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring the City of Racine Building Department not grant a raze permit or building permit for the property located at 1132 Irving Place for the next 60-days.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring the City of Racine Building Department not grant a raze permit or building permit for the property located at 1132 Irving Place for the next 60-days. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-31-10: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5522 A Communication from David Mann, Vice President and General Manager of John H. Batten Airport, and Dale Seianas (2828 Diane Ave.) requesting to remove the sidewalks at 2822 and 2828 Diane Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from David Mann, Vice President and General Manager of John H. Batten Airport, and Dale Seianas (2828 Diane Ave.) requesting permission to remove the sidewalks at 2822 and 2828 Diane Avenue. (Res.10-2185) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-14-10: The property owners of 2822 and 2828 Diane Avenue be granted permission to remove the sidewalk abutting their properties in accordance with the City’s policy regarding sidewalks and their removal. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5523 A Communication from David Mann, Vice President and General Manager of John H. Batten Airport requesting permission to remove the sidewalks at 2905 and 2911 Diane Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from David Mann, Vice President and General Manager of John H. Batten Airport, requesting permission to remove the sidewalks at 2905 and 2911 Diane Avenue. (Res.10-2186) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-14-10: The property owner of 2905 and 2911 Diane Avenue be granted permission to remove the sidewalk abutting their properties in accordance with the City’s policy regarding sidewalks and their removal. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5535 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the 2010 Pavement Management System Summary Report.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the 2010 Pavement Management System Summary Report. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-14-10: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5536 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2350-13-00, Douglas Avenue, (STH 32) Goold Street to Three Mile Road, Graef, consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2350-13-00, Douglas Avenue, (STH 32) Goold Street to Three Mile Road, Graef, consultant. (Res.10-2190) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-14-10: That Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2350-13-00/70, Douglas Avenue (Hwy. 32), Goold Street to Three Mile Road, Graef, Inc., consultant, be approved in the amount of $56,566.77, with the City's share being $11,313.35 and the State's share being $45,253.42. Further recommend that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 989.908.5110, Douglas Avenue - Goold to Three Mile. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5546 A Change order to Contract 31-10 (K0-039) Roof Replacement - 1511 Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting approval of a change order to Contract 31-10 (K0-039) Roof Replacement - 1511 Washington Avenue. (Res.10-2187) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-14-10: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 31-10 (K0-039), Roof Replacement -1511 Washington Avenue, Carlson Racine Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $3,000.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 976.000.5110, 1511 Washington Ave. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5547 A McKinley Middle School requesting to close city streets for the McKinley 5K Fun Run/Walk on Friday, September 24, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from McKinley Middle School requesting to close city streets for the McKinley 5K Fun Run/Walk on Friday, September 24, 2010. (Res.10-2184) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-14-10: That McKinley Middle School be granted permission to use close Mohr Avenue from Graham Street to Chicago Street; Chicago Street from Mohr Avenue to Rupert Boulevard; Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street to Kinzie Avenue; and portions of the bicycle pathways for a 5K Run/Walk on Friday, September 24, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of pubApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5567 A Rescind Res. 10-1979, dated April 19, 2010, regarding agreement with Hartmann Design to design a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to ARC Architectural Group.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to rescind Res. 10-1979, dated April 19, 2010, regarding agreement with Hartmann Design to design a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to ARC Architectural Group. (Res.10-2188) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-14-10: That Resolution 10-1979, dated April 19, 2010, be rescinded. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5573 A Award design of new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to ARC Architectural Group.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to award the design of a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to ARC Architectural Group. (Res.10-2189) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-14-10: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with ARC Architectural Group, Racine, WI, for signage design services for the Corine Reed-Owens Transit Center, in the not-to-exceed amount of $3,350.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the operation budget of the Belle Urban System Enterprise Fund. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5538 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to present the bids received by the Commissioner of Public Works for PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to present the bids received by the Commissioner of Public Works for PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements. (Res.10-2175) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That the bid received for PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements, be awarded to Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., at their bid price of $220,545.65, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding is available from the following accounts; 989-700-5030, Various Locations Remove Pavement, $2,699.00; 990-700-5020 Parks Paving Projects 10 year plan, $157,882.39; 990-650-5020, Humble Repave Road, $26,873.00; 207-000-5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, Roads and Walks 2009, $10,214.00; 207.000.5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, Replace Catch Basins 2009, $4,180.00; 207-000-5750, Cemetery Land Improvements Road and Walks-2010, $18,697.26Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5539 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for Architectural Design Services for the Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field by Butterfield, Rudie & SeiCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for Architectural Design Services for the Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects for an increase of $700.00 for a total contract Amount of $13,700.00. (Res.10-2176) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for Architectural Design Services for the Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects for an increase of $700.00 for a total contract Amount of $13,700.00 be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the following account: 990-700-5030 Parks Facilities Upgrades, 10 year plan.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5540 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesitng final payment for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center in the amount of $6,600.00. (Res. 10-1863).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesitng final payment for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center in the amount of $6,600.00. (Res.10-2177) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That final payment for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center in the amount of $6,600.00 be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 990-680-5010, Bryant Center Replace Boiler.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5541 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Wustum Museum by Southport Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $3,700.00. (Res. 10-1864)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Wustum Museum by Southport Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $3,700.00. (Res.10-2178) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That final payment for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Wustum Museum by Southport Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $3,700.00 be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 655-000-5980, Wustum HVAC.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5542 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement by Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Southport Consulting, Inc. in the amouCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement by Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Southport Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $700.00 for a total contract amount of $6,600.00. (Res.10-2179) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement by Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Southport Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $700.00 for a total contract amount of $6,600.00 be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 990-680-5010, Bryant Center Replace Boiler.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5543 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Architectural Design Services for Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc. in the Amount of $13,700.0CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Architectural Design Services for Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc. in the Amount of $13,700.00. (Res.10-2180) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That final payment for Architectural Design Services for Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc. in the Amount of $13,700.00 be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 990-700-5030 Parks Facilities Upgrades, 10 year plan.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5544 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to request Change Order #9 to Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, by Seater Construction Co,. Inc. in the amount of $2,631.00 for a total contracCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to request Change Order #9 to Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, by Seater Construction Co,. Inc. in the amount of $2,631.00 for a total contract amount of $1,885,107.02. (Res. 07-0566) (Res.10-2181) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That Change Order #9 to Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, by Seater Construction Co,. Inc. in the amount of $2,631.00 for a total contract amount of $1,885,107.02 be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 987-740-5030, Zoo Remodeling Phase III.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5545 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens - Phase III by Seater Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $1,885,107.02. (Res. 07-0566)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens - Phase III by Seater Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $1,885,107.02. (Res. 07-0566) (Res.10-2182) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That final payment for Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens - Phase III by Seater Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $1,885,107.02 be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 987-740-5030, Zoo Remodeling Phase III.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5548 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the sale of abandoned vehicles for August 31, 2010.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the sale of abandoned vehicles for August 31, 2010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5558 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to discuss acceptance of the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant (grant control # 2010-025). (Also refer to the Public Safety and Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to discuss acceptance of the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-025). (Res.10-2174) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9-13-10: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant to be utilized for five (5) gun sights and mounts for SWAT weapons. (Grant Control No. 2010-025) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-13-10: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant to be utilized for five (5) gun sights and mounts for SWAT weapons. (Grant Control No. 2010-025) Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5561 A CSM 2806 Lathrop AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Review of a two-lot Certified Survey Map at 2806 Lathrop Avenue for Tri City National Bank. (Res.10-2183) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 9-8-10: That the CSM be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5435 A communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring a 60-day moratorium on the transfer of property by the City of Racine and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to Habitat for Humanity to review the policies and procedures of suchCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District requiring a 60-day moratorium on the transfer of property by the City of Racine and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to Habitat for Humanity to review the policies and procedures of such transfers to begin immediately upon approval by the Common Council. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-25-10: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 9-3-10: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5552 A 1918 DeKovenCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Executive Director to sell at no or minimal cost the remnant parcel at 1918 DeKoven Avenue for combination with adjacent, privately owned property. Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 9-3-10: That the Common Council approve the sale of 1918 DeKoven Avenue for one dollar for the purpose of combining it with the privately owned property at 1908 DeKoven Avenue. Fiscal Note: After the sale, the vacant property will no longer be tax-exempt, resulting in an estimate new tax payment of $144.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4836 A communication from the 11th District Alderman wishing to discuss amending the public comment segment to allow brief discussion, in accordance with the Attorney General's OML Compliance Guide.CommunicationSubject: communication from the 11th District Alderman wishing to discuss amending the public comment segment to allow brief discussion, in accordance with the Attorney General's OML Compliance Guide. Recommended: that the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3555 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting that Curtis Garner appear before the committee to present possibilities for improving the BUS system.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting that Curtis Garner appear before the committee to present possibilities for improving the BUS system. Recommended: that the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5610 A Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments 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 Alderman Raymond DeHahn 2706 Diane Lane Racine, 53404 to the Transit and Parking Commission for a 1 year term expiring October 1, 2011 Reappoint Mark Kowbel 918 Florence Ave Racine, 53402 to the Transit and Parking Commission for a 3 year term expiring October 1, 2013 Appoint April Jacobs 2923 LaSalle St. Racine, 53402 to the Community Development Committee to fill the current vacancy set to expire May 1, 2011Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2174 A Police Chief authorized to accept the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant Agreement to be used for SWAT weaponsResolutionPolice Chief authorized to accept the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant Agreement to be used for SWAT weapons Resolved, that the Police Chief be authorized to accept the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant to be utilized for five (5) gun sights and mounts for SWAT weapons. (Grant Control No. 2010-025) Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2175 A Bid received by the Commissioner of Public Works on September 2, 2010 for PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements be accepted, and Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., be awarded the contractResolutionBid received by the Commissioner of Public Works on September 2, 2010 for PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements be accepted, and Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., be awarded the contract Resolved, that the bid received for PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements, be awarded to Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., at its bid price of $220,545.65, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding is available from the following accounts; 989-700-5030, Various Locations Remove Pavement, $2,699.00; 990-700-5020 Parks Paving Projects 10 year plan, $157,882.39; 990-650-5020, Humble Repave Road, $26,873.00; 207-000-5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, Roads and Walks 2009, $10,214.00; 207.000.5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, Replace Catch Basins 2009, $4,180.00; 207-000-5750, Cemetery Land Improvements Road, and Walks-2010, $18,697.26.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2176 A Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement for Architectural Design Services for Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc., be acceptedResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement for Architectural Design Services for Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc., be accepted Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for Architectural Design Services for the Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc., for an increase of $700.00 for a total contract amount of $13,700.00, be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the following Account: 990-700-5030, Parks Facilities Upgrades, 10 year plan.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2177 A Work be accepted and final payment authorized for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center, Southport Consulting, Inc.ResolutionWork be accepted and final payment authorized for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center, Southport Consulting, Inc. Resolved, that the work be accepted and final payment be authorized for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center in the amount of $6,600.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 990-680-5010, Bryant Center Replace Boiler.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2178 A Work be accepted and final payment be authorized for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Wustum Museum, Southport Consulting, Inc.ResolutionWork be accepted and final payment be authorized for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Wustum Museum, Southport Consulting, Inc. Resolved, that the work be accepted and final payment authorized for Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Wustum Museum, Southport Consulting, Inc., in the amount of $3,700.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 655-000-5980, Wustum HVAC.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2179 A Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement, Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center, Southport Consulting, Inc., be approvedResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement, Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center, Southport Consulting, Inc., be approved Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement, Design Services for Boiler Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center, Southport Consulting, Inc., in the amount of $700.00 for a total contract amount of $6,600.00, be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 990-680-5010, Bryant Center Replace Boiler.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2180 A Work be accepted and final payment authorized for Architectural Design Services, Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc.ResolutionWork be accepted and final payment authorized for Architectural Design Services, Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc. Resolved, that the work be accepted and final payment authorized for Architectural Design Services, Restroom Facility at Horlick Athletic Field, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc., for a total contract amount of $13,700.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 990-700-5030, Parks Facilities Upgrades, 10 year plan.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2181 A Change Order No. 9, Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, Seater Construction Co., Inc., be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 9, Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, Seater Construction Co., Inc., be approved Resolved, that Change Order #9, Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, Seater Construction Co,. Inc., in the amount of $2,631.00 be approved, for a total contract amount of $1,885,107.02. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 987-740-5030, Zoo Remodeling Phase III.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2182 A Work be accepted and final payment authorized for Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens - Phase III, Seater Construction Co., Inc.ResolutionWork be accepted and final payment authorized for Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens - Phase III, Seater Construction Co., Inc. Resolved, that the work be accepted and final payment authorized for Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens - Phase III by Seater Construction Co., Inc,. in the amount of $1,885,107.02. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 987-740-5030, Zoo Remodeling Phase III.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2183 A Approval of two-lot Certified Survey Map at 2806 Lathrop Avenue, Tri City National Bank, subject to conditionsResolutionApproval of two-lot Certified Survey Map at 2806 Lathrop Avenue, Tri City National Bank, subject to conditions Resolved, that the two-lot Certified Survey Map at 2806 Lathrop Avenue for Tri City National Bank be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the CSM presented to the Plan Commission on September 8, 2010 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That the following notations and illustrations be added to the CSM: 1. Label and illustrate a 10 foot vision clearance triangle from the point of intersection of the south line of Pierce Blvd. and Lathrop Avenue. 2. Label and illustrate a “no accesses” restriction trending west from the point of intersection of the south line of Pierce Blvd and west line of Lathrop Ave for a distance of 50 feet. 3. Label and illustrate a “no access restriction trending south from the point of intersection of the south line of Pierce Blvd and west line of Lathrop Ave for a distance of 20 feet. 4. Place note in “Grass” area along Russet Street that states “25 foot landscape buffer” aAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2184 A Permission granted to McKinley Middle School to close City streets for the McKinley 5K Fun Run/Walk on Friday, September 24, 2010, with stipulationsResolutionPermission granted to McKinley Middle School to close City streets for the McKinley 5K Fun Run/Walk on Friday, September 24, 2010, with stipulations Resolved, that McKinley Middle School be granted permission to use close Mohr Avenue from Graham Street to Chicago Street; Chicago Street from Mohr Avenue to Rupert Boulevard; Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street to Kinzie Avenue; and portions of the bicycle pathways for a 5K Run/Walk on Friday, September 24, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Further resolved, 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. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nomiAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2185 A Permission granted to property owners of 2822 and 2828 Diane Avenue to remove sidewalks abutting their propertiesResolutionPermission granted to property owners of 2822 and 2828 Diane Avenue to remove sidewalks abutting their properties Resolved, that the property owners of 2822 and 2828 Diane Avenue be granted permission to remove the sidewalk abutting their properties in accordance with the City’s policy regarding sidewalks and their removal. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2186 A Permission granted to the property owner of 2905 and 2911 Diane Avenue to remove sidewalk abutting their propertiesResolutionPermission granted to the property owner of 2905 and 2911 Diane Avenue to remove sidewalk abutting their properties Resolved, that the property owner of 2905 and 2911 Diane Avenue be granted permission to remove the sidewalk abutting the properties in accordance with the City’s policy regarding sidewalks and their removal. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2187 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 31-10 (K0-039), Roof Replacement - 1511 Washington Avenue, Carlson Racine Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc., contractor, be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 1 to Contract 31-10 (K0-039), Roof Replacement - 1511 Washington Avenue, Carlson Racine Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc., contractor, be approved Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 to Contract 31-10 (K0-039), Roof Replacement -1511 Washington Avenue, Carlson Racine Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $3,000.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 976.000.5110, 1511 Washington Avenue. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2188 A Resolution No. 10-1979 of April 19, 2010, regarding an agreement with Hartmann Design for a new design sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center, be rescindedResolutionResolution No. 10-1979 of April 19, 2010, regarding an agreement with Hartmann Design for a new design sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center, be rescinded Resolved, that Resolution No. 10-1979, dated April 19, 2010, regarding agreement with Hartmann Design to design a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center, be rescinded. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2189 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with ARC Architectural Group, Racine, Wisconsin, for signage design for the Corinne Reid-Owens Transit CenterResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with ARC Architectural Group, Racine, Wisconsin, for signage design for the Corinne Reid-Owens Transit Center Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with ARC Architectural Group, Racine, WI, for signage design services for the Corinne Reid-Owens Transit Center, in the not-to-exceed amount of $3,350.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the Operation Budget of the Belle Urban System Enterprise Fund. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2190 A Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2350-13-00/70, Douglas Avenue (Hwy. 32), Goold Street to Three Mile Road, Graef, Inc., consultant, be approvedResolutionAmendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2350-13-00/70, Douglas Avenue (Hwy. 32), Goold Street to Three Mile Road, Graef, Inc., consultant, be approved Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 to State Contract ID: 2350-13-00/70, Douglas Avenue (Hwy. 32), Goold Street to Three Mile Road, Graef, Inc., consultant, be approved in the amount of $56,566.77, with the City's share being $11,313.35 and the State's share being $45,253.42. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 989.908.5110, Douglas Avenue - Goold to Three Mile. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2191 A Official Notice #9, 1300 banquet chairs, 130 chair dollies with 30 extra seat cushions for Festival Hall, be awarded to CDI, Waukesha, WisconsinResolutionOfficial Notice #9, 1300 banquet chairs, 130 chair dollies with 30 extra seat cushions for Festival Hall, be awarded to CDI, Waukesha, Wisconsin Resolved, that the contract for Official Notice #9, 1,300 banquet chairs, 130 chair dollies with 30 extra seat cushions to be utilized at the Festival Hall, be awarded to CDI, Waukesha, WI, they being the low responsive responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 108.990.5540.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2192 A 2011 Operating Plan for Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District No. 4 be approvedResolution2011 Operating Plan for Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District No. 4 be approved Resolved, that the 2011 Operating Plan for Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District No. 4 be approved, and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated that $68,855.85 will be raised through BID assessments to be placed into the Douglas Avenue Bid’s revenue account.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2193 A Permission granted to the Director of City Development to apply to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for a grant to perform environmental site assessments at brownfields properties throughout the CityResolutionPermission granted to the Director of City Development to apply to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for a grant to perform environmental site assessments at brownfields properties throughout the City Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for the $400,000 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Grant to be utilized for environmental site assessments at brownfields properties throughout the City. (Grant Control No. 2010-031) Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available