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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 4/16/2007 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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ZOrd.0003-07 A1.An Ordinance rezoning 2711- 19th StreetZoning OrdinanceAn Ordinance rezoning 2711- 19th Street To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: That the property located at 2711 - 19th Street, and more particularly described as follows: "Those properties known as 2711 Nineteenth Street and 2910 Grange Avenue and more particularly described as follows: Lots 21, 24, & 25 of Block 9, Guenther, Palmer and Fidlers Subdivision. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin" be rezoned from "R-3" Limited General Residence District, to "R-3" Limited General Residence District with an FD Flex Development Overlay District, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance. Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: __________________________ Approved: __________________________ __________________________ Mayor Attest: __________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/AHis Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed  Action details Not available
07-0437 A2.Building Report for the month of March, 2007CommunicationSubject: Building Report for the month of March, 2007Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
07-0412 A3.Discuss the newly imposed inspection fees by the Building Department.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting to discuss the newly imposed inspection fees by the Building Department. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-7-07: Refer to the Committee of the Whole. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-02-2008: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0449 A4.Metlife Community Partnership Grant RequestCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilized for neighborhood revitalization. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilized for neighborhood revitalization. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 4-23-07: That permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilzied for neighborhood revitalization. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0449 A Metlife Community Partnership Grant RequestCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilized for neighborhood revitalization. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilized for neighborhood revitalization. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 4-23-07: That permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $25,000 MetLife Community Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-019) to be utilzied for neighborhood revitalization. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0457 A5.clarification of the fees for the use of Horlick Field for Kiwanis Baseball team.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting clarification of the fees for the use of Horlick Field for Kiwanis Baseball team. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: The item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0459 A6.2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant ApplicationCommunicationSubject: Communication from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control # 2007-020). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the Federal Government, United States Department of Justice, 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-020). Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing committee of 4-23-07: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Federal Government, United States Department of Justice, 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-020). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0459 A 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant ApplicationCommunicationSubject: Communication from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control # 2007-020). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the Federal Government, United States Department of Justice, 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-020). Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing committee of 4-23-07: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Federal Government, United States Department of Justice, 2007 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-020). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0460 A7.Communication from Racine Arts CouncilCommunicationSubject: Communication from Lorna Hennig, Executive Director of Racine Arts Council, requesting hotel tax money to pay for rent of the Racine Arts Council office located at 505 Sixth Street. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Item to be deferred. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-7-07: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: There are no room tax funds available at this time.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0404 A8.Rehabilitation of the brick pavement on College Avenue from DeKoven Avenue to 14th Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District wishing to discuss the rehabilitation of the brick pavement on College Avenue from DeKoven Avenue to 14th Street. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0414 A9.Victor and Tammy Mateo, 1654 Morton Avenue, regarding trucks and crime in their neighborhood.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Victor and Tammy Mateo, 1654 Morton Avenue, regarding trucks and crime in their neighborhood. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee: The communication be received and filed. Further recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works send a communication to Superior Industrial Coatings informing them that their trucks are causing damage to the driveway and sidewalk and requesting that they take action to prevent trucks from damaging the described areas. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 4-26-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-17-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-31-07: That this item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0414 A Victor and Tammy Mateo, 1654 Morton Avenue, regarding trucks and crime in their neighborhood.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Victor and Tammy Mateo, 1654 Morton Avenue, regarding trucks and crime in their neighborhood. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee: The communication be received and filed. Further recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works send a communication to Superior Industrial Coatings informing them that their trucks are causing damage to the driveway and sidewalk and requesting that they take action to prevent trucks from damaging the described areas. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 4-26-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-17-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-31-07: That this item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0439 A10.Funds to repair the Solid Waste Garage which was damaged in a traffic accident.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to appropriate funds to repair the Solid Waste Garage which was damaged in a traffic accident. Recommendation: The bid for the repair of the damage to the Solid Waste Garage caused by an uninsured motorist be awarded to Rossi Construction Co., Inc., Racine, WI, at their price of $10,559.00. Further recommend that since this was an unanticipated accident and funding was not provided, that this item be referred to the Finance Committee for funding. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-21-07: $10,559 be transferred from Account 101.990.5970, Contingency to Account 101.410.5670 Solid Waste Garage Repairs & Maintenance. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0465 A11.Apply for and accept a CMAQ grant for a share ride shuttle program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Program Director of Pre-Apprenticeship Program requesting to apply for and accept a CMAQ grant for a share ride shuttle program. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Further recommend that the City of Racine support the CMAQ grant as submitted by the First Choice Pre-Apprenticeship Program. Further recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works communicate with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation requesting that the grant application be the City's fourth priority of the grant applications that the City submitted. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0451 A12.Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting the City of Racine work with both DRC and HSSA to install Pedestrian Right of Way signs at crosswalks throughout the Downtown area.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting the City of Racine work with both DRC and HSSA to install Pedestrian Right of Way signs at crosswalks throughout the Downtown area. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (6-19-07): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (9-17-07): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (10-15-07): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (11-29-07): Receive and File Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0448 A13.Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the March 2007 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the March 2007 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. Recommendation: Received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0438 A14.Ongoing and unresolved problems at the Neighborhood Pantry, 1511 W. Sixth Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Wayne Clingman, Annie Chew, and Nicala Aiello regarding ongoing and unresolved problems at the Neighborhood Pantry, 1511 W. Sixth Street. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 4-26-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-17-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-31-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 7-19-07: To defer for three months. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 9-26-07: That this item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0450 A15.That citizen members be appointed to the Neighborhood and Housing Committee.CommunicationSubject: Request from the 5th District Alderman that citizen members be appointed to the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 5-17-07: To defer. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 7-19-07: To defer the item for 30 days. Recommendation of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 9-26-07: That this item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0458 A16.City Council Retreat/Visioning sessionCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 5th District and the 6th District requesting that a City Council Retreat/Visioning session be scheduled to allow the Aldermen and Mayor to discuss goals and priorities for the upcoming year.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0462 A17.Request of the Spirit of Racine Triathlon for the use of North Beach from July 18 - 22, 2007 for their annual race.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Spirit of Racine Triathlon for the use of North Beach from July 18 - 22, 2007 for their annual race. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-9-07: that the request be received and filed. Fiscal Note: $534.00 fee to the CityReferred  Action details Not available
07-0464 A18.Request of Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau to use North Beach on July 14 & 15, 2007 for the 2nd Annual Corona Light EVP Professional Beach Volleyball Tour.CommunicationSubject: Request of Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau to use North Beach on July 14 & 15, 2007 for the 2nd Annual Corona Light EVP Professional Beach Volleyball Tour. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-9-07: that the request be received and filed. Fiscal Note: $450.00 fee to the CityReferred  Action details Not available
07-0468 A19.Request of Trinity Lutheran Church to use Lakeview Park and the use of bathroom facilities in the Lakeview Center on July 18, 2007 for their Vacation Bible School.CommunicationSubject: Request of Trinity Lutheran Church to use Lakeview Park and the use of bathroom facilities in the Lakeview Center on July 18, 2007 for their Vacation Bible School. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services: that the request be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0469 A20.Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to establish a Parks Foundation in Racine.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to establish a Parks Foundation in Racine. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-9-07: that the request be approved. Fiscal Note: N/A at this timeReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.09-07 A22.Ordinance No. 9-07 To create Section 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Subdivision of Land - Fees.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 9-07 To create Section 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Subdivision of Land - Fees. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Section 86-194 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows: "Sec. 86-194. Fees. The following review fees shall be charged by the city: (1) Preliminary Plat per Sec. 86-51-52; $300 application fee plus $15 per parcel. (2) Final Plat per Sec. 86-66-68; $200 application fee plus $15 per parcel. (3) Certified Survey Map per Sec. 86-191-193; $50 application fee plus $50 per parcel." Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council __________________________ Approved: ______________ __________________________ Mayor Attest: ___________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/A Staff Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: Item be approved.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
07-0392 A23.Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering seeking permission to apply for the Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Program Construction Grant.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering seeking permission to apply for the Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Program Construction Grant. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering be authorized to apply for the Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Program Construction Grant. Grant Control #2007-016. Fiscal Note: Grant $41,000; Match $62,500.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0393 A24.Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering seeking permission to apply for the Great Lakes Basin Program for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control grant.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering seeking permission to apply for the Great Lakes Basin Program for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control grant. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering be authorized to apply for the Great Lakes Basin Program for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control grant. Grant Control #2007-018. Fiscal Note: Grant $30,000; Match $39,400.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0394 A25.Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering seeking permission to apply for the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network grant.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering seeking permission to apply for the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network grant. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering be authorized to apply for the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network grant. Grant Control #2007-017. Fiscal Note: Grant $5,000; Match $64,400.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
3045 A26.Policy for street name changesCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting a policy be implemented relating to requests for street name changes. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole: the Item be referred to Public Works & Services with the recommendation that the Item be received and filed. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-10-07): That requests to change city street names be considered on a case-by-case basis. Further recommends that the following factors be considered in reviewing proposals to change the name of a street: 1. Historical context of existing street and street name. 2. Similarity to existing street names. 3. Continuity of street names. 4. Number of properties involved. 5. Number of property owners. A minimum of 90% of property owners must be in agreement. 6. Number of residents involved. A minimum of 75% of all residents must be in agreement. 7. If the street is to be named in honor of a person, that individual should be someone of national importance who had a profound, positive impact on the country. 8. If Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0283 A27.Proposal from HNTB Corporation for an engineering feasibility study including cost estimates for the heating of sidewalks for the Sixth Street project.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal from HNTB Corporation for an engineering feasibility study including cost estimates for the heating of sidewalks for the Sixth Street project. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Further recommend that the proposal to provide heated sidewalks be eliminated from the Sixth Street Reconstruction project. Fiscal Note: Current state law prohibits the heating of sidewalks for the purpose of clearing snow. Although there are efforts to change this state statute, the Committee was not willing to expend property taxpayer dollars toward this item.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0327 A28.Installation and leasing of conduit to carry fiber optic cable for other companies.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 5th District and 11th District wishing to discuss the possibility of installing and leasing of conduit to carry fiber optic cable for other companies. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-10-07): The item be referred to the Water and Wastewater Utility for their consideration to install duct work along with their projects both within and outside the City of Racine. Further recommend that the item be referred to the City Attorney's office for review of the City of Milwaukee's ordinance pertaining to the installation of ducts and its adaptability to the City of Racine. The City Attorney's office is to report their findings back to the Public Works and Services Committee. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the Waterworks & Wastewater Commissions (4-24-07): Defer until City Attorney reviews City of Milwaukee's ordinance pertaining to the installation of ducts and its adaptability to the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the WaterworkReferredPass Action details Not available
07-0327 A Installation and leasing of conduit to carry fiber optic cable for other companies.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 5th District and 11th District wishing to discuss the possibility of installing and leasing of conduit to carry fiber optic cable for other companies. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-10-07): The item be referred to the Water and Wastewater Utility for their consideration to install duct work along with their projects both within and outside the City of Racine. Further recommend that the item be referred to the City Attorney's office for review of the City of Milwaukee's ordinance pertaining to the installation of ducts and its adaptability to the City of Racine. The City Attorney's office is to report their findings back to the Public Works and Services Committee. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the Waterworks & Wastewater Commissions (4-24-07): Defer until City Attorney reviews City of Milwaukee's ordinance pertaining to the installation of ducts and its adaptability to the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the WaterworkReferred  Action details Not available
07-0327 A Installation and leasing of conduit to carry fiber optic cable for other companies.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 5th District and 11th District wishing to discuss the possibility of installing and leasing of conduit to carry fiber optic cable for other companies. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-10-07): The item be referred to the Water and Wastewater Utility for their consideration to install duct work along with their projects both within and outside the City of Racine. Further recommend that the item be referred to the City Attorney's office for review of the City of Milwaukee's ordinance pertaining to the installation of ducts and its adaptability to the City of Racine. The City Attorney's office is to report their findings back to the Public Works and Services Committee. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the Waterworks & Wastewater Commissions (4-24-07): Defer until City Attorney reviews City of Milwaukee's ordinance pertaining to the installation of ducts and its adaptability to the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the WaterworkReferred  Action details Not available
07-0386 A29.Place a projecting sign at 1200 S. Memorial Drive.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Michael Signs requesting permission to place a projecting sign at 1200 S. Memorial Drive. Recommendation: The property owner of 1200 S. Memorial Drive be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0416 A30.Bid results on Contract 11-07 (K7-011), Traffic Signal Renovations HES (HISP).CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 11-07 (K7-011), Traffic Signal Renovations HES (HISP). Recommendation: Contract 11-07 (K7-011), Traffic Signal Renovations HES (HISP), be awarded to Traffic & Parking Control Co., Inc., Elm Grove, WI, at their bid price of $110,213.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 930.047.5810, WisDOT Hazard Elimination Safety Grant. Fiscal Note: 90% of the cost of this project will be reimbursed by the State of Wisconsin.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0417 A31.Bid results on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), Asphalt Paving (C.D.B.G.).CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), Asphalt Paving (C.D.B.G.). Recommendation: Contract 12-07 (K7-012), Asphalt Paving (C.D.B.G.), be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their bid price of $184,493.20, 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: $147,000.00 - Account 919.000.5910, CDBG Asphalt Resurfacing. $ 15,400.00 - Account 986.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 22,093.20 - Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Detention $184,493.20 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0418 A32.Bid results on Contract 17-07 (K7-020), Sidewalk Replacement - Phase I (R1).CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 17-07 (K7-020), Sidewalk Replacement - Phase I (R1). Recommendation: Contract 17-07 (K7-020), Sidewalk Replacement - Phase I (R1), be awarded to D.C. Burbach, Inc., Waukesha, WI, at their bid price of $236,608.00, 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: $231,608.00 - Account 906.000.5520, Sidewalk Replacement $ 5,000.00 - Account 987.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement $236,608.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0419 A33.Bid results on Contract 18-07 (K7-021), Marino Park Storm Sewer Replacement and Manhole Repair (R1).CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 18-07 (K7-021), Marino Park Storm Sewer Replacement and Manhole Repair (R1). Recommendation: Contract 18-07 (K7-021), Marino Park Storm Sewer Replacement and Manhole Repair (R1), be awarded to Mann Brothers, Inc., Elkhorn, WI, at their bid price of $228,918.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Detention Pond. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0420 A34.Bid results on Contract 28-07 (K7-032), Street Paving - Assessed.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 28-07 (K7-032), Street Paving - Assessed. Recommendation: Contract 28-07 (K7-032), Street Paving - Assessed, be awarded to Mann Brothers, Inc., Elkhorn, WI, at their bid price of $181,936.25, 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: $ 7,425.00 - Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Retention Pond $ 9,000.00 - Account 986.987.5310, Sanitary Sewers - Various Locations $ 1,800.00 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewers - Various Locations $135,711.25 - Account 986.000.5010, Concrete Street Paving - Assessed $ 28,000.00 - Water Department $181,936.25 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0428 A35.Proposal for professional services on Contract 36-07 (K7-042), City Hall Renovations - Phase II.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for professional services on Contract 36-07 (K7-042), City Hall Renovations - Phase II. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC to provide professional services for City Hall Renovations - Phase II at a price not-to-exceed $72,460.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 987.100.5010, City Hall - Facilities Plan Implementation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0435 A36.Proposal for migration of infra/pave to SQL.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for migration of infra/pave to SQL. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc. for the migration of the Infra/Pave Pavement Management Software from Oracle to Microsoft SQL at a price not-to-exceed $78,518.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the following accounts: $24,636.00 - Account 101.130.5610, Professional Services $25,000.00 - Account 104.000.5610, Professional Services $28,882.00 - Account 987.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing $78,518.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0440 A37.Amendment No. 1 to Contract 22-07 (K7-026), Professional Services for Digital Color Orthophotographs, Aero-Metric, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 22-07 (K7-026), Professional Services for Digital Color Orthophotographs, Aero-Metric, Inc., consultant. Recommendation: Amendment No. 1 on Contract 22-07 (K7-026), Professional Services for Digital Color Orthophotographs, Aero-Metric, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $5,000.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0441 A38.Proposal from Earth Tech, Inc. for Stormwater Utility Professional Services.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal from Earth Tech, Inc. for Stormwater Utility Professional Services. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc. for Stormwater Utility Professional Services at a price not-to-exceed $25,000.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 104.000.5610, Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0329 A39.RPD Staffing Structure (Also referred to Public Safety & Licensing Committee.)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief Wahlen, requesting to seek approval to change the staffing structure of the Racine Police Department. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: That the item be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-26-07: That the Police Chief's request to change the staffing structure of the Racine Polcie Department, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The item be approved.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0349 A40.Application of Veto Asociates, LLC, John A. Garner, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License, for 3620 Northwestern Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Veto Asociates, LLC, John A. Garner, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License, for 3620 Northwestern Avenue. (6th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the license be granted, pending the records check and the former license holder surrendering their license. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0353 B41.2007 FEMA Fire Act Grant RequestCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for the 2007 FEMA Fire Act Grant to fund the purchase of a Heavy Rescue/Haz Mat Vehicle, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and Radio Equipment. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: That the Fire Chief apply for the 2007 FEMA Fire Act Grant to fund the purchase of a Heavy Rescue/Haz Mat Vehicle, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and Radio Equipment. Grant Control #2007-008. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the Fire Chief be given permission to apply for the 2007 FEMA Fire Act Grant to fund the purchase of a Heavy Rescue/Haz Mat Vehicle, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and Radio Equipment. Fiscal Note: $650,000 Grant; hard match of 20% from 268 fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0368 A42.Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety and Licensing for permission to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare a topographic survey of Mound Cemetery Crypt area.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety and Licensing for permission to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare a topographic survey of Mound Cemetery Crypt area. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be given permission to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare a topographic survey of Mound Cemetery Crypt area. Fiscal Note: $6,520.00 be appropriated from account 207.000.5760.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0369 A43.Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety & Licensing to present Official Notice #5 bids received by the Purchasing Agent for supplying trees for the City's spring planting program.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety & Licensing to present Official Notice #5 bids received by the Purchasing Agent for supplying trees for the City's spring planting program. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services accept the lowest bid from Wayside Nurseries for supplying trees for the City's spring planting program. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0372 A44.Sidewalk Cafe Permit w/o alcoholCommunicationSubject: (New) (Direct Referral) Application of Sugar Shack/Sweet Shoppe, Natalie Gautsch, Owner for a Sidewalk Cafe Permit w/o alcohol for 530 Monument Square (1st District) Recommendation to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the Sidewalk Cafe Permit w/o alcohol for 530 Monument Square be approved, pending departmental approval. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0373 A45.Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety and Licensing for permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for MasCommunicationSubject: Request of the to meet with Public Safety and Licensing for permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery Crypts and roof replacement at the War Memorial. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be given permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery Crypts and roof replacement at the War Memorial. Fiscal Note: $7,550.00 be appropriated from account 207.000.5760, Building Improvements, War Memorial Repairs, and $5,250.00 be appropriated from account 207.000.5760, Building Improvements, Mound Crypt Repairs. The cost not to exceed $12,800.00Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0399 A46.(New) Application of SDJJ, LLC, John P. McAuliffe, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt beverage and Intoxicating liquor for 213 Sixth Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of SDJJ, LLC, John P. McAuliffe, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt beverage and Intoxicating liquor for 213 Sixth Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the license be granted, pending the records check and the outcome of the court proceedings of the previous license holder. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0410 A47.Communicaton from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of abandoned vehicles for April 2, 2007.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communicaton from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of abandoned vehicles for April 2, 2007. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: This will generate $12,555.01 in revenues.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0415 A48.(Change of Agent) Application of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and BarCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) (Change of Agent) Application of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar, Tim Geniesse, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverate and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2521 S. Green Bay Road. (14th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 04-09-07: That the Change of Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0358 A49.CUP - Childcare Ctr. 2711-19th St.Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Latoya Robbins seeking a conditional use permit, for a childcare center at 2711-19th Street. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-28-07: That the request by Latoya Robbins seeking a conditional use permit to locate a childcare center at 2711 - 19th Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received March 6, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on March 28, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That an occupancy permit and all other applicable permits be requested from the Building Department. c. That the maximum hours that the facility be open to the general public be from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with no hours on Saturday or Sunday. Staff may remain at the site until 12:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. d. That all children shall be unloaded from vehicles, and loaded into vehicles, directly to and from the sidewalk adjacent to the building on Grange Avenue and on 19th Street. Double parking of vehicles shall not be permitted. Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0422 A50.Consideration of a use supplement for a Flex Development Overlay District at 2711-19th Street.Zoning ItemSubject: Consideration of a use supplement for a Flex Development Overlay District at 2711-19th Street. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-11-07: That a use supplement be adopted by a resolution of the Common Council in association with a Flex Development Overlay District at 2711 - 19th Street, subject to the following conditions: a. That all uses listed in the underlying R-3 Limited General Residence District are permissible by right or by conditional use permit unless otherwise specified herein. b. That all applicable permits are obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the following flex uses are permitted as conditional use permit in addition to those permitted in the R-3 Limited General Residence District: group daycare center. d. That the following uses shall be prohibited: community living arrangements, educational institutions providing boarding. e. That all aspects of the flex uses and all other uses shall be contained on site. f. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and screened from view. g. That Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0423 A51.Minor amendment to the Pointe Blue planned development in the 1100 block of Michigan Blvd.CommunicationSubject: Request by Scott Fergus of KeyBridge Development Group for a minor amendment to the Pointe Blue planned development in the 1100 block of Michigan Blvd. seeking the extension of the final plan submittal deadline to allow for project phasing. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-11-07: That the request of Key Bridge Development Group, dated March 25, 2007 and presented to the City Plan Commission on April 11, 2007, for a minor amendment to the planned development for Pointe Blue to address filing deadlines for the submittal of final plans, be approved subject to the following: a. That all aspects of this planned development proceed in compliance with Common Council Resolution 06-7121 of September 5, 2006, unless otherwise varied herein. b. That the Final Plan for Infrastructure (with accompanying construction schedule) be submitted to the City Plan Commission no later than July 25, 2007. c. That the Final Plan for High Rise Tower 3 (eastern most tower) be submitted to the City Plan Commission no later than October 31, 2007. d. That the Final Plan for MidApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0427 A52.CUP - Lorri Kammien at 3343 Douglas Avenue.Conditional Use PermitSubject: Request by Lorri Kammien seeking a conditional use permit for an orthodontic appliance laboratory at 3343 Douglas Avenue. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-11-07: That the request by Lorri Kammien seeking a conditional use permit for the operation of an orthodontic appliance laboratory at 3343 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped “Received March 21, 2007” and presented to the Plan Commission on April 11, 2007 be approved subject to the following conditions. b. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That a landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. d. That this and associated facilities be maintained in an appropriate and professional manner. e. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and screened from view. f. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. g. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0429 A53.CUP - Thompson Group Home at 2008-12th StreetConditional Use PermitSubject: Request by Courtney Thompson of Thompson Inc. seeking a conditional use permit for the Thompson Group Home at 2008-12th Street. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-11-07: To deny.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0456 A54.ZOrd.0003-07 - Ordinance to rezone 2711-19th Street for Flex Overlay.Zoning ItemSubject: ZOrd.0003-07 - Ordinance to rezone 2711-19th Street for Flex Overlay. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-11-07: To adopt.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0258 A55.OIC facility at 1020 Washington AvenueCommunicationSubject: Executive Director of OIC of Racine County, requesting extension and amendment of the scope of services of their 2004 Community Development Block Grant agreement to improve the OIC facility at 1020 Washington Avenue. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-21-07: To deny the request for extension and amendment; return the balance of the funds to the Local Option Fund. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0196 A56.8th District requesting to change the name of committee to "Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee".CommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman of the 8th District requesting to change the name of committee to "Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee". Recommendation of the Committee on Housing & Neighborhoods 3-29-07: To approve.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0250 A57.Hearing issues and concerns regarding neighborhoodCommunicationSubject: With the purpose of: To meet throughout Greater Racine, on an as needed basis, to hear issues and concerns regarding neighborhoods. To work in collaboration with other groups and/or organizations to problem solve when possible, within the scope of City government. Recommendation of the Committee on Housing & Neighborhoods March 29, 2007: To adopt.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0310 A58.Clean Water Fund Loan New Rep RequestCommunicationSubject: Communication from the General Manager of the Racine Wastewater Utility requesting to be appointed as the authorized representative to file applications for financial assistance from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Utility on 03-27-07 : Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee for approval. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Permission granted to appoint the General Manager, Keith Haas of the Racine Wastewater Utility, as the authorized representative to file applications for financial assistance from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0286 A59.WI DNRCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding and for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $40,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2007-009) to be utilized for beach sanitary surveys for Wisconsin's Great Lakes during the period of March 1, 2007 through November 30, 2007. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $40,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to be utilized for beach sanitary surveys for Wisconsin's Great Lakes from March 1, 2007 through November 30, 2007. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0287 A60.UW-OshkoshCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding and for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh (Grant Control No. 2007-010). Funds, not to exceed $6,500 per year, will be utilized for evaluation of the Algal Nuisance Cladophora and its effect on E. Coli and beach closures. Contract period will be from March 1, 2007 through February 28, 2010. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh. Funds, not to exceed $6,500 per year, will be utilized for evaluation of the Algal Nuisance Cladophora and its effect on E. Coli and beach closures. Contract period will be from March 1, 2007 through February 28, 2010. Fiscal Note: A soft match of $1,800 per year will be fulfilApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0352 A61.WIC Amend 2007CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept and have the Mayor and City Clerk sign an amended contract from the Department of Health and Family Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: To accept and have the Mayor and City Clerk sign an amended contract from the Department of Health and Family Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: To accept and have the Mayor and City Clerk sign an amended contract from the Department of Health and Family Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program. Fiscal Note: NAApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0382 A62.NOAA Great Lakes/DevelopmentCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for a grant from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration for the development of a risk-based beach classification system for the Great Lakes. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to apply for a grant from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration for the development of a risk-based beach classification system for the Great Lakes. The Grant Control number is 2007-012. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to apply for a grant from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration for the development of a risk-based beach classification system for the Great Lakes. Fiscal Note: Grant Amount $597,544.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0383 A63.United Way of Racine County DonationsCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept a donation from the United Way of Racine County for the Teen Parenting Program. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept a donation from the United Way of Racine County for the Teen Parenting Program. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept a donation from the United Way of Racine County for the Teen Parenting Program. Fiscal Note: $2,225.60. Donation in 752 fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0384 A64.United Way Milwaukee DonationCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept a donation from the United Way of Greater Milwaukee for the Teen Parenting Program. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept a donation from the United Way of Greater Milwaukee for the Teen Parenting Program. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept a donation from the United Way of Greater Milwaukee for the Teen Parenting Program. Fiscal Note: $65.52. Donation in 752 fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0389 A65.United Healthcare ContractCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with United Healthcare. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign a contract with United Healthcare. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign a contract with United Healthcare. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0390 A66.UW-Madison Student ProgramCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract and enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Master of Public Health Program. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign a contract and enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Master of Public Health Program. Recommendation of the Board of Health on 04-10-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign a contract and enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Master of Public Health Program. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0159 A67.Committee Name Change and Purpose of CommitteeResolutionCommittee Name Change and Purpose of Committee Resolved, that the name of the Committee on Housing & Neighborhoods as created by Resolution No. 5793 of May 19, 1992, be changed to Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee. Further resolved, that the purpose of the Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee be to meet throughout Greater Racine, on an as needed basis, to hear issues and concerns regarding neighborhoods and to work in collaboration with other groups or organizations to problem solve when possible, within the scope of city government. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0160 A68.Final - Ten (10) Year Resolution Benefits & DamagesResolutionFinal - Ten (10) Year Resolution 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 10th day of April, 2007, 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 Kentucky Street from Shadow Lane to cul-de-sac English Street from N. Main Street to Michigan Boulevard. Echo Lane from Byrd Avenue to Sixteenth Street. Freeland Circle from cul-de-sac to Virginia Street. Indiana Street from Olive Street to the dead end. Sewer and Water English Street from N. Main Street to Michigan Boulevard. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows: 1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, isReferred  Action details Not available
Res.07-0161 A69.Use of city right-of-way for Running FestivalResolutionUse of city right-of-way for Running Festival Resolved, that the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau be granted permission to use city right-of-way on Saturday, April 28, 2007, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 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. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on that date. 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 nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0162 A70.Hold Harmless Agreement for stationary sign at 1200 S. Memorial DriveResolutionHold Harmless Agreement for stationary sign at 1200 S. Memorial Drive Resolved that, the property owner of 1200 S. Memorial Drive be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further resolved, that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0163 A71.Agreement for Infra/Pave Pavement Management SoftwareResolutionAgreement for Infra/Pave Pavement Management Software Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc. for the migration of the Infra/Pave Pavement Management Software from Oracle to Microsoft SQL at a price not-to-exceed $78,518.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the following accounts: $24,636.00 - Account 101.130.5610, Professional Services $25,000.00 - Account 104.000.5610, Professional Services $28,882.00 - Account 987.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing $78,518.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0164 A72.Contract for Traffic Signal RenovationsResolutionContract for Traffic Signal Renovations Resolved, that Contract 11-07 (K7-011), Traffic Signal Renovations HES (HISP), be awarded to Traffic & Parking Control Co., Inc., Elm Grove, WI, at its bid price of $110,213.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 930.047.5810, WisDOT Hazard Elimination Safety Grant. Fiscal Note: 90% of the cost of this project will be reimbursed by the State of Wisconsin.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0165 A73.Contract for Asphalt PavingResolutionContract for Asphalt Paving Resolved, that Contract 12-07 (K7-012), Asphalt Paving (C.D.B.G.), be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at its bid price of $184,493.20, 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: $147,000.00 - Account 919.000.5910, CDBG Asphalt Resurfacing. $ 15,400.00 - Account 986.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 22,093.20 - Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Detention $184,493.20 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0166 A74.Contract for Sidewalk Replacement - Phase 1ResolutionContract for Sidewalk Replacement - Phase 1 Resolved, that Contract 17-07 (K7-020), Sidewalk Replacement - Phase I (R1), be awarded to D.C. Burbach, Inc., Waukesha, WI, at its bid price of $236,608.00, 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: $231,608.00 - Account 906.000.5520, Sidewalk Replacement $ 5,000.00 - Account 987.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement $236,608.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0167 A75.Contract for Marino Park Storm Sewer ReplacementResolutionContract for Marino Park Storm Sewer Replacement Resolved that, Contract 18-07 (K7-021), Marino Park Storm Sewer Replacement and Manhole Repair (R1), be awarded to Mann Brothers, Inc., Elkhorn, WI, at its bid price of $228,918.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Detention Pond. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0168 A76.Contract for Street PavingResolutionContract for Street Paving Resolved that, Contract 28-07 (K7-032), Street Paving - Assessed, be awarded to Mann Brothers, Inc., Elkhorn, WI, at its bid price of $181,936.25, 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: $ 7,425.00 - Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Retention Pond $ 9,000.00 - Account 986.987.5310, Sanitary Sewers - Various Locations $ 1,800.00 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewers - Various Locations $135,711.25 - Account 986.000.5010, Concrete Street Paving - Assessed $ 28,000.00 - Water Department $181,936.25 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0169 A77.Contract for City Hall Renovations - Phase IIResolutionContract for City Hall Renovations - Phase II Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC to provide professional services for City Hall Renovations - Phase II at a price not-to-exceed $72,460.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 987.100.5010, City Hall - Facilities Plan Implementation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0170 A78.Policy for street name changesResolutionPolicy for street name changes Resolved, that requests to change city street names be considered on a case-by-case basis. Further resolved, that the following factors be considered in reviewing proposals to change the name of a street: 1. Historical context of existing street and street name. 2. Similarity to existing street names. 3. Continuity of street names. 4. Number of properties involved. 5. A minimum of 90% of property owners on said street must be in agreement. 6. A minimum of 75% of all residents on said street must be in agreement. 7. If the street is to be named in honor of a person, that individual should be someone of national importance who had a profound, positive impact on the country. 8. If the street is part of a redevelopment, the impact of the development on the city shall be considered. 9. If the street is part of a redevelopment, the impact of exterior improvements shall be considered. 10. If the street is part of a redevelopment, the impact of streetscape improvements shall be considered. Further resolved, that any request to chAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0171 A79.Contract for Digital Color OrthophotographsResolutionContract for Digital Color Orthophotographs Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 on Contract 22-07 (K7-026), Professional Services for Digital Color Orthophotographs, Aero-Metric, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $5,000.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0172 A80.Agreement for Stormwater Utility Professional ServicesResolutionAgreement for Stormwater Utility Professional Services Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Earth Tech, Inc. for Stormwater Utility Professional Services at a price not-to-exceed $25,000.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 104.000.5610, Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0173 A81.Contract for beach sanitary surveysResolutionContract for beach sanitary surveys Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $40,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2007-009) to be utilized for beach sanitary surveys for Wisconsin's Great Lakes during the period of March 1, 2007 through November 30, 2007. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0174 A82.Contract with University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh for Evaluation of Algai Nuisance CladophoraResolutionContract with University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh for Evaluation of Algai Nuisance Cladophora Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign an agreement with the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh (Grant Control No. 2007-010). Funds, not to exceed $6,500 per year, will be utilized for evaluation of the Algai Nuisance Cladophora and its effect on E. Coli and beach closures. Contract period will be from March 1, 2007 through February 28, 2010. Fiscal Note: A soft match of $1,800 per year will be fulfilled by approximately 48 total hours of Dr. Kinzelman's time.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0175 A83.Amended Contract for WIC ProgramResolutionAmended Contract for WIC Program Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign an amended contract with the Department of Health and Family Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0176 A84.Apply for Grant from National Oceanic Atmospheric AdministrationResolutionApply for Grant from National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be authorized to apply for a grant from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration for the development of a risk-based beach classification system for the Great Lakes. The Grant Control number is 2007-012. Fiscal Note: Grant is in the amount of $597,544.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0177 A85.Agreement with United HealthcareResolutionAgreement with United Healthcare Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with United Healthcare, HMO Provider to Medicaid Recipients. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0178 A86.Agreement for Placement of Interns from UW Madison, Master of Public Health ProgramResolutionAgreement for Placement of Interns from UW Madison, Master of Public Health Program Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Master of Public Health Program for the placement of interns on an ongoing basis. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0179 A87.2007 FEMA Fire Act GrantResolution2007 FEMA Fire Act Grant Resolved, that the Fire Chief be authorized to apply for the 2007 FEMA Fire Act Grant to fund the purchase of a Heavy Rescue/Haz Mat Vehicle, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and Radio Equipment. Grant Control #2007-008. Fiscal Note: Grant is in the amount of $650,000 with a hard match of 20% from 268 fund.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0180 A88.Apply for Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Program Construction GrantResolutionApply for Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Program Construction Grant Resolved, that the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to apply for the Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Program Construction Grant. Grant Control #2007-016. Fiscal Note: Grant is in the amount of $41,000 with a City match of $62,500.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0181 A89.Apply for Great Lakes Basin Program for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control GrantResolutionApply for Great Lakes Basin Program for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Grant Resolved, that the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering be authorized and directed to apply for the Great Lakes Basin Program for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Grant. Grant Control #2007-018. Fiscal Note: Grant is in the amount of $30,000 with a City match of $39,400.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0182 A90.Apply for Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network GrantResolutionApply for Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network Grant Resolved, that the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering be authorized and directed to apply for the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network Grant. Grant Control #2007-017. Fiscal Note: Grant is in the amount of $5,000 with a City match of $64,400.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0183 A91.Agreement for Survey of Mound Cemetery Crypt AreaResolutionAgreement for Survey of Mound Cemetery Crypt Area Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber SC to prepare a topographic survey of Mound Cemetery Crypt Area. Fiscal Note: $6,520.00 be appropriated from Account 207.000.5760.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0184 A92.Accept bid for supplying trees for City's spring planting programResolutionAccept bid for supplying trees for City's spring planting program Resolved, that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to accept the bid on Official Notice #5 from Wayside Nurseries for supplying trees for the City's spring planting program, said nursery being the low responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0185 A93.Agreement for plans and specifications for Masonry Restoration at Graceland and Mound CemeteryResolutionAgreement for plans and specifications for Masonry Restoration at Graceland and Mound Cemetery Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for Masonry Restoration at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery Crypts and roof replacement at the War Memorial. Fiscal Note: $7,550.00 be appropriated from Account 207.000.5760, Building Improvements, War Memorial Repairs, and $5,250.00 be appropriated from Account 207.000.5760, Building Improvements, Mound Crypt Repairs. The cost not to exceed $12,800.00.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0186 A94.Use Supplement for a Flex Development Overlay District at 2711 - 19th StreetResolutionUse Supplement for a Flex Development Overlay District at 2711 - 19th Street Resolved, that a Use Supplement in association with a Flex Development Overlay District at 2711 - 19th Street be adopted subject to the following conditions: a. That all uses listed in the underlying R-3 Limited General Residence District are permissible by right or by conditional use permit unless otherwise specified herein. b. That all applicable permits are obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the following flex uses are permitted as conditional uses in addition to those permitted in the R-3 Limited General Residence District: group daycare center. d. That the following uses shall be prohibited: community living arrangements, educational institutions providing boarding. e. That all aspects of the flex uses and all other uses shall be contained on site. f. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and screened from view. g. That the Chief Building Inspector or Director of City Development may impose additional conditions on a single or a group Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0187 A95.Conditional Use Permit for 2711 - 19th StreetResolutionConditional Use Permit for 2711 - 19th Street Resolved, that the request of Latoya Robbins seeking a conditional use permit to locate a childcare center at 2711 - 19th Street, be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received March 6, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on March 28, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That an occupancy permit and all other applicable permits be requested from the Building Department. c. That the maximum hours that the facility be open to the general public be from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with no hours on Saturday or Sunday. Staff may remain at the site until 12:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. d. That all children shall be unloaded from vehicles, and loaded into vehicles, directly to and from the sidewalk adjacent to the building on Grange Avenue and on 19th Street. Double parking of vehicles shall not be permitted. Parents or a guardian shall escort their child to and from the door of the day care center. e. That sufficient off streetAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0188 A96.Amendment to Planned Development for Pointe Blue for filing of final plansResolutionAmendment to Planned Development for Pointe Blue for filing of final plans Resolved, that the request of Key Bridge Development Group, dated March 25, 2007 and presented to the City Plan Commission on April 11, 2007, for a minor amendment to the planned development for Pointe Blue to address filing deadlines for the submittal of final plans, be approved subject to the following: a. That all aspects of this planned development proceed in compliance with Common Council Resolution 06-7121 of September 5, 2006, unless otherwise varied herein. b. That the Final Plan for Infrastructure (with accompanying construction schedule) be submitted to the City Plan Commission no later than July 25, 2007. c. That the Final Plan for High Rise Tower 3 (eastern most tower) be submitted to the City Plan Commission no later than October 31, 2007. d. That the Final Plan for Mid Rise Tower 2 (just west of the High Rise Tower) be submitted to the City Plan Commission no later than October 31, 2008. e. That the Final Plan for Mid Rise Tower 1 (just west of Mid Rise Tower 2) be submitted tAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0189 A97.Conditional Use Permit for 3343 Douglas AvenueResolutionConditional Use Permit for 3343 Douglas Avenue Resolved, that the request by Lorri Kammien seeking a conditional use permit for the operation of an orthodontic appliance laboratory at 3343 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following: a. That the plans stamped “Received March 21, 2007” and presented to the Plan Commission on April 11, 2007 be approved subject to the following conditions: b. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That a landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. d. That this and associated facilities be maintained in an appropriate and professional manner. e. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and screened from view. f. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. g. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission, and no major changes be made without the approval of the Common Council. h. That this permit Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0190 A98.Video Franchising ResolutionResolutionVideo Franchising Resolution Whereas, on March 27, two legislative committees held a hearing on AB 207 and SB 107, bills aimed at bringing video competition to Wisconsin consumers - at the cost to Wisconsin citizens of local consumer protections, local public access channels and local regulation; and Whereas, video competition will be coming to Milwaukee without AB 207 or SB 107, thanks to an interim agreement in a lawsuit against AT&T; and Whereas, the communities of Amherst, Abrams, Cochrane, Coon Valley, Cameron, Cable, Hillsboro, La Valle, Camp Douglas, Oxford, Blue River, Union, Westby, La Crosse, Mount Horeb and Strum already enjoy video competition without AB 207 and SB 107; and Whereas, Verizon has easily obtained local franchises covering nearly 8 million U.S. households but only offers video service to 30 percent of them, and AT&T has franchises covering 60 percent of its national footprint yet only offers video service in a tiny fraction of selected markets; and Whereas, the resources at risk under AB 207 and SB 107 include public access from the video sAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.10-07 A99.Ordinance No. 10-07 To create Secs. 82-44, 82-45, 82-46 and 82-47 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Streets.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 10-07 To create Secs. 82-44, 82-45, 82-46 and 82-47 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Streets. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sections 82-44 through 82-47 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine are hereby created to read as follows: “Sec. 82-44. Definitions. Lateral clearance area is defined as an obstruction free area as measured from the edge of a shoulder for roadways without a curb and as measured from the face of curb for roadways with a curb. Sec. 82-45. Purpose. The purpose of this article is to enhance the safety of pedestrian crosswalks and city streets by creating an obstruction free area adjacent to all arterial and collector streets. The setback of obstructions from the city streets will improve visibility for pedestrians crossing the streets as well as for bicyclists and drivers who traverse the street system. Sec. 82-46. Requirements. Lateral clearance requirements pertain to all arterial and collector streets within the City of Racine. Within tReferred  Action details Not available