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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/16/2008 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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Ord.19-08 A Ordinance No. 19-08 To amend Sec. 66-1001, repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Nuisance properties.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 19-08 To amend Sec. 66-1001, repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Nuisance properties. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 66-1001 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the word “and” in the second line and inserting the word “or” in its place. Part 2: Sec. 66-1002 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows: “Sec. 66-1002. Chronic Nuisance Premises. (a) Purpose. The Common Council finds that from time to time certain premises in the City of Racine require a disproportionate amount of Police Department resources to be devoted to addressing various problems and incidents that occur thereon. Often this disproportionate devotion of police resources is due to property owners’ own actions or the failure of property owners to accept and exercise sufficient responsibility for and over the actions of occupants, guests, agents or employeesHis Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed  Action details Not available
08-2996 A Monthly Building Report for November, 2008.CommunicationSubject: Monthly Building Report for November, 2008.Received and Filed  Action details Not available
08-3007 A Request for additional funding for 2008 budget year account 101.990-5910, Judgment & Claims, and account 101.160.5610, Attorney Professional ServicesCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the 2008 budget year for Judgment & Claims, 101.990.5910, and Attorney Professional Services, 101.160.5610. (Res.09-1172) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: 2008 budgets be amended as follows: $63,661.49 be transferred from account 101.820.5900, General Liability, to account 101.160.5610, Attorney - Professional Services, and that $38,500.00 be transferred from account 101.300.5010, Fire Department Salaries, to account 101.990.5910, Judgments and claims. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining 2008 funds available for these transfers.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3013 A Fire Chief Requests Funds Transfer to Cover City's Match for 2008 FEMA GrantCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to transfer funds to cover the City's match for the 2008 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant EMW-2008-FO-09001. (Res.09-1174) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: Funds be transferred in the 2008 budget to cover the City's match for the 2008 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant EMW-2008-FO-09001 as follows: $30,000.00 from account 101.300.5010, Fire Department Salaries and $30,000.00 from account 101.300.5180, Fire Department Longevity, to account 101.300.5770, Fire Department Machinery and Equipment and that these funds be carried forward to 2009. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining 2008 funds available for these transfers.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3029 A Housing and Economic Recovery Act funding requestCommunicationSubject: Request from the Director of City Development to apply for federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act funding. (Res.09-1175) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: That permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act funding in an amount of $2,075,025. Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3030 A claim of J&J Properties Racine, LLCClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of J&J Properties Racine, LLC for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: The claim of J&J Properties Racine, LLC be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-3037 A Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment GrantCommunicationSubject: Request from the Director of City Development to apply for a Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant. (Res.09-1176) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: That permission be granted to apply for a Blight Elimination & Brownfield Redevelopment Grant. Fiscal Note: A 50% cost share is required and will be funded through TID 14, existing grants past expenditures.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3038 B Fire Chief Requests Permission to Accept Donation from RAMAC & St Lukes Hosp Trustees Advised Fund to Acquire & Install Radio Equipment for EMS Communications System Within the RAEMS GroupCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medial Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: That permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medical Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 01-12-09: That the Fire Chief be granted permission to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medical Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group. Fiscal Note: There is no cost to the City.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3038 B Fire Chief Requests Permission to Accept Donation from RAMAC & St Lukes Hosp Trustees Advised Fund to Acquire & Install Radio Equipment for EMS Communications System Within the RAEMS GroupCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medial Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 01-12-09: That permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medical Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 01-12-09: That the Fire Chief be granted permission to accept a donation from RAMAC and the St. Luke's Hospital Trustees Advised Fund to acquire and install radio equipment for an Emergency Medical Services Communications System within the Racine Area Emergency Medical Services Group. Fiscal Note: There is no cost to the City.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3018 A Heritage Group LLC request to install awnings at 3208-3210 Washington AvenueCommunicationSubject: Communication from Heritage Group, LLC requesting permission to install stationary, projecting awnings on the buildings at 3208-3210 Washington Avenue. (Res.09-1180) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The property owner of 3208-3210 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install a projecting, retractable awning, 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.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3025 A Thoughts for Food request to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on March 7, 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from a representative of Thoughts for Food requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on Saturday, March 7, 2009, for their annual event. (Res.09-1181) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The owner of George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 6:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2009 to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 8, 2009, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food 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. In the event of snow, the sponsor shall remove all barricades from the street. G. Sponsor shall be responsible for all detour signage during the event. H. ThReferred  Action details Not available
08-3027 A Final payment on Contract 42-08 (K8-050), Roof Replacement at Library, Solid Waste and Incinerator Buildings (R1).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 42-08 (K8-050), Roof Replacement at Library, Solid Waste and Incinerator Buildings (R1). 8-26-09: This file is a duplicate. See 09-3545 for recommendation.Referred  Action details Not available
08-3009 A (New)Application of Asiana Restaurant Kyo Soon Yoon, Agent for a "Class B"CommunicationSubject: (New)Application of Asiana Restaurant Kyo Soon Yoon, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 423 Sixth Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 1-12-09: That the application of Asiana Restaurant, Kyo Soon Yoon, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 423 Sixth Street be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-2983 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Robert Lewis - 2045 Deane Blvd., requesting a 4-way stop at Deane Blvd. and 20th Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Robert Lewis - 2045 Deane Blvd., requesting a 4-way stop at Deane Blvd. and 20th Street. Recommendation (01-19-09): Defer Recommendation (05-18-09): Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-2861 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a 2-year contract with Countryside Humane Society for animal control services.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a 2-year contract with Countryside Humane Society for animal control services. (Res.08-1152) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-10-08: The item be deferred. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-08: The item be deferred. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 2-year contract with the Countryside Humane Society for animal control services. Fiscal Note: Total cost for 2009 will be $175,282 and 2010 cost will be $180,540.46.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2946 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $240,663 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $240,663 from the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract. (Res.08-1148) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $240,663 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract (Grant Control No. 2008-049). Fiscal Note: The contract covers $39,131 for Immunization; $35,118 for Childhood Lead; 74,915 for Maternal Child Healthcare; $14,030 for Prevention and $77,469 for Wisconsin Well Woman Programs. There is a soft match of $60,505 required on the part of the city for Maternal Child Healthcare.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2947 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $98,371 from the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $98,371 from the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program. (Res.08-1149) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $98,371 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program (Grant Control No. 2008-052). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2948 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $61,160 from the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $61,160 from the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness. (Res.08-1150) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $61,160 grant with the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness (Grant Control No. 2008-050). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2949 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $35,590 from the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness.requesting permission to accept $35,590 from the Department of HealCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for $35,590 from the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness. (Res.08-1151) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $35,590 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness (Grant Control No. 2008-051). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2959 A claim of Arnaldo BadilloClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Arnaldo Badillo for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-08: The claim of Arnaldo Badillo, 1411 Carlisle Ave, requesting reimbursement of $356.84 for repair expenses after a screw allegedly punctured his tire as he drove over the railroad tracks in the 1500 block of Yout Street be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2961 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Healthy Communities Demonstration Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2008-056) in the amount of $15,000 toCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Healthy Communities Demonstration Grant Announcement in the amount of $15,000 to support local health departments' plans. (Res.08-1147) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for the $15,000 grant with the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Healthy Communities Demonstration Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2008-056). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2965 A claim of Jean FaustClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jean Faust for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-08: The claim of Jean Faust, 3510 Durand Ave., requesting reimbursement of $1,410.39 for expenses to replace items that were allegedly removed from her yard by Public Works crews pursuant to a U.N.I.T. order be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2976 A claim of Juan Baez and Marian BaezClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Juan Baez and Maria Baez for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-08: The claim of Juan & Maria Baez, 2017 DeKoven Ave., requesting reimbursement of $2,000 for expenses allegedly arising out of a repair to the water service pipes connected to their home be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2980 A discuss an additional subsidy needed to cover the 2008 Civic Centre obligations.CommunicationSubject: Tim Sullivan, Director of Venue Works and Rick Edgar, Director for the Racine Civic Centre, requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committing wishing to discuss additional subsidy needed to cover the 2008 Civic Centre obligations. (Res.08-1153) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Finance Director identify and transfer remaining 2008 general fund dollars to fully fund any 2008 operating deficit, not to exceed $165,000, incurred by the Racine Civic Centre. Fiscal Note: The deficient is currently estimated at $155,000. Funds will be transferred from the General Fund 101 to the Civic Centre Fund 108.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3012 B Fire Chief Requests Mayor and City Clerk Authorization to Sign Contracts with Communities Who Contract Fire Department Services with the CityCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communications from the Fire Chief requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services contracts with communities who contract with the City for those services. (Also refer to Public Safety and Licensing Committee) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to renew an agreement with the Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services contracts with the Villages of Wind Point, Elmwood Park, and North Bay. Fiscal Note: The 3-year contract increases at 2% for each of the three years. THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED 12-16-08. THIS IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLYApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2770 A Final payment on Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park InfrastructureCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting final payment on Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Earth Tech/AECOM, consultant. (Res.08-1161) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-08: That the professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $194,218.56. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 7182 of August 15, 2006. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08, 11-11-08 and 11-25-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 41-06 (K6-043), Professional Services - Construction Management Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $201,828.59. Fiscal Note: ConApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2828 A Resolution 08-1051, relating to a request for final payment on Contract 41-06 (K6-043), Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Earth Tech/AECOM, consultant.CommunicationSubject: Resolution 08-1051, relating to a request for final payment on Contract 41-06 (K6-043), Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Earth Tech/AECOM, consultant. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08, 11-11-08 and 11-25-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2910 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer RelaysCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor. (Res.08-1170) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That Change Order No.2 on Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, A. W. Oakes & Son, contractor, be approved, in the credit amount of $5,400.00. Further recommend that the completion date be extended to December 3, 2008. Fiscal Note: The contract amount was decreased due to the withholding of liquidated damages for completing the project after the original completion date of November 5, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2930 A Sewer and water access at 211 Fifteenth Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District wishing to discuss sewer and water access at 211 Fifteenth Street. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: That the communication be referred to the Community Development Block Grant Committee for provision of funding for the cost of the sanitary sewer which is estimated at $24,000.00. Fiscal Note: Not applicable. Referred back to Public Works and Services Committee at 12-2-08 Common Council meeting. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That the special assessment for the construction of the mainline sanitary sewer at 211 Fifteenth Street be amended in accordance with State Statute 66.0903(3) and in accordance with previous City assessments including the 1981 assessment on Homestead Avenue. This action will reduce the property owner's share of the sanitary mainline assessment from $26,235.00 to $4,372.50. The City's share of the cost will be $21,862.50, for which sufficient funds are available in Account 906.000.5310, Sanitary Sewer. Further recApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2957 A 2009 lease agreements for office space.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting the 2009 lease agreements for office space. (Res.08-1134) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-25-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into lease agreements for 2009 for rental of office space in the City Hall, City Hall Annex and Safety Building at the rental rates as submitted. Fiscal Note: Rental rates will increase in 2009 due to the 2008 Consumer Price Index increasing by 4.4%. These leases will generate a total annual revenue of approximately $85,548.15.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2967 A Final payment on Contract 30-08 (K8-034), Central Heating Plant Structural Repairs (R1), Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 30-08 (K8-034), Central Heating Plant Structural Repairs (R1), Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor. (Res.08-1160) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The work done by Bane-Nelson, Inc. under Contract 30-08 (K8-034), Central Heating Plant Structural Repairs, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $180,261.50. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0842, dated June 3, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2970 A Snow removal and weed control at foreclosed properties.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District and County Supervisor Russell Clark regarding snow removal and weed control at foreclosed properties. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2981 A Final payment on Contract 30-06 (K6-031), PS - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer LiningCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 30-06 (K6-031), PS - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer Lining, Earth Tech/AECOM, Inc., consultant. (Res.08-1158) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 30-06 (K6-031), Professional Services - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer Lining, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $167,487.53. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6961, dated April 5, 2006.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2984 A 2009 assessment rates for the 2010 constructionCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting the 2009 assessment rates for the 2010 construction of Portland cement concrete paving and curb and gutter replacement. (Res.08-1167) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The proposed special assessment rates for public hearings in 2009 (2010 construction) for portland cement concrete paving and curb and gutter be as follows: Portland Cement Concrete Paving Residential Paving (7 inch) - 26' Flange to Flange $52.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7 inch) - 32' Flange to Flange $57.00/Front Foot Commercial Paving (8 inch) - 32' Flange to Flange $65.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9 inch) - 32' Flange to Flange $77.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9 inch) - 44' Flange to Flange $97.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9 inch doweled) - 44' Flange to Flange $105.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (10 inch doweled) - 44' Flange to Flange $115.00/Front Foot Portland Cement Concrete Curb and Gutter (30 inch) 7" Pavement Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2985 A Signal and Street Lights Maintenance AgreementCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting a Signal and Street Lights Maintenance Agreement between the City and the Village of Mt. Pleasant for the intersection of Oakes Road and 16th Street. (Res.08-1168) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Traffic Signal and Street Light Maintenance Agreement with the Village of Mt. Pleasant for maintenance of the traffic signals and street lights at Oakes Road and Sixteenth Street. The Village of Mt. Pleasant will take general responsibility for all maintenance and will pay 75% of the cost of all maintenance and operational expenses. The City of Racine will pay 25% of all operational and maintenance expenses based upon the percentage of the intersection which is within each jurisdiction. Further recommend that funding to defray the cost necessary to implement this agreement are available in Account 101.600.5550, Repairs and Maintenance. Fiscal Note: The VillaApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2986 A 2008 Pavement Management System Summary Report.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting the 2008 Pavement Management System Summary Report. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That the 2008 Pavement Management System Summary Report be accepted. Further recommend that the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2987 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 10-08 (K8-011), Professional Services - Central Heating Plant Structural Slab and Wall Restoration, Arnold & O'Sheridan, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 10-08 (K8-011), Professional Services - Central Heating Plant Structural Slab and Wall Restoration, Arnold & O'Sheridan, Inc., consultant. (Res.08-1166) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That Amendment No. 1 on Contract 10-08 (K8-011), Professional Services - Central Heating Plant Structural Slab and Wall Restoration, Arnold & O’Sheridan, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $3,500.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.220.5030, Central Heating Plant - Structural Repairs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2988 A Request permission to apply for a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Equipment Maintenance Garage.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Equipment Maintenance Garage, Phase I. (Res.08-1162) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, with Focus on Energy which will provide an estimated $1,365.00 in funding for Phase I of the Equipment Maintenance Garage LED Light Fixture project. The total estimated cost of this project is $11,260.00. Further recommends that funds for this project are available in Account 401.000.5670, Building Repairs and Maintenance. Fiscal Note: The grant and resulting reduction in annual energy costs will result in less than a 6 year payback.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2989 A Request permission to apply for a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Safety Building Garage.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Safety Building Garage. (Res.08-1164) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, with Focus on Energy which will provide an estimated $2,616.00 in funding for the Safety Building Garage LED Light Fixture project. The total estimated cost of this project is $16,750.00. Further recommends that funds for this project are available in the 2009 Capital Improvement budget. Fiscal Note: The grant and resulting reduction in annual energy costs will result in less than a 4 year payback.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2990 A Request permission to apply for a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Solid Waste Garage, Phase II.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Solid Waste Garage, Phase II. (Res.08-1165) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, with Focus on Energy which will provide an estimated $1,090.00 in funding for Phase II of the Solid Waste Garage LED Light Fixture project. The total estimated cost of this project is $6,700.00. Further recommends that funds for this project are available in Account 401.000.5670, Building Repairs and Maintenance. Fiscal Note: The grant and resulting reduction in annual energy costs will result in less than a 4 year payback.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2993 A Request permission to apply for a WE Energies Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Solid Waste Garage, Phase II.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for a WE Energies Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Solid Waste Garage, Phase II. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2994 A Request permission to apply for a WE Energies Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Equipment Maintenance Garage.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for a WE Energies Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Equipment Maintenance Garage, Phase I. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2995 A Request permission to apply for a WE Energies Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Safety Building Garage.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for a WE Energies Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Safety Building Garage. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2998 A Final payment on Contract 19-07 (K7-022), 2007 CCTV Services & Manhole InspectionsCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 19-07 (K7-022), 2007 CCTV Services & Manhole Inspections, National Power Rodding, Inc., contractor. (Res.08-1159) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The work done by National Power Rodding, Inc., under Contract 19-07 (K7-022), 2007 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $364,204.95, from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution No. 07-0144, dated April 4, 2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2999 A Proposal from AECOM for Professional Services 2009 Pavement Inspections.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting a proposal from AECOM for Professional Services 2009 Pavement Inspections. (Res.08-1169) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with AECOM Technical Services for the 2009 Pavement Inspection and Planning, at a price not-to-exceed $78,000.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 101.130.5610, 2009 Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3000 A Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Equipment Maintenance Garage, Phase II.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Equipment Maintenance Garage, Phase II. (Res.08-1163) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: That the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, with Focus on Energy which will provide an estimated $5,123.00 in funding for Phase II of the Equipment Maintenance Garage LED Light Fixture project. The total estimated cost of this project is $42,000.00. Further recommends that funds for this project are available in the 2009 Capital Improvement budget. Fiscal Note: The grant and resulting reduction in annual energy costs will result in less than a 6 year payback.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3001 A WE Energies Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Equipment Maintenance Garage, Phase II.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to apply for a WE Energies Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Equipment Maintenance Garage, Phase II. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2824 A (NEW) Application of Rapids Drive Convenience, LLC, Stephen J. Grebe, Agent, for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3205 Rapids Drive. (6th District)CommunicationSubject: (NEW) Application of Rapids Drive Convenience, LLC, Stephen J. Grebe, Agent, for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3502 Rapids Drive. (6th District) Recommendation of Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 11-10-08: That the application of Rapids Drive Convenience, LLC, Stephen J. Grebe, Agent, for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3502 Rapids Drive be approved pending the records check. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: That the item be deferred for the next committee meeting. The committee requested the applicant and Alderman of the 6th District to appear at the next meeting for additional information. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-08-08: That the item be recommended for approval with the following voluntary stipulations to be added in by Attorney Weber: 1. Division of hard liquor sales area. 2. Automatic checking system for underage purchases. 3. No single/individual container sales. (toApproved as PresentedFail Action details Not available
08-2908 A Re-visit one year Keg OrdinanceCommunicationSubject: Re-visit one year Keg Ordinance Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: That the clerks office contact the Focus on Community Group to appear at the next committee meeting. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-08-08: That the ordinance be extended for six months and revisited at that time. Ayes: Kaplan, Mozol, and Wisneski Noes: McCarthy Non-voting: Shakoor Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2938 A Request by Fire Chief authorizing Mayor to sign agreement with WI Dept of Revenue implementing TRIP ProgramCommunicationSubject: A communication from the Fire Chief requesting the Mayor be authorized to sign an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue for EMS and Vehicle Accident billings. (Res.08-1145) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue to implement the TRIP Program that will assist in collection of unpaid fees from tax refunds. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-08-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue to implement the TRIP Program that will assist in collection of unpaid fees from tax refunds. Fiscal Note: Taxpayer will be charged $5.00 for each amount that is intercepted from their refund at the time of interception.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2966 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant (Grant Control # 2008-057.) (Also refer to Public Safety &CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant. (Res.08-1144) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant in the amount of $20,000 (Grant Control No. 2008-057). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-08-08: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant in the amount of $20,000 (Grant Control No. 2008-057). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2971 A Application of CEC Entertainment, Inc., Paula Zastrow, Agent for Change of AgentCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Application of CEC Entertainment, Inc., Paula Zastrow, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine license for 5612 Durand Avenue. (14th District) Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee on December 8, 2008: That the Application of CEC Entertainment, Inc., Paula Zastrow, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine license for 5612 Durand Avenue be approved pending records check. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2977 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting results of Official Notice #12, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting results of Official Notice #12, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. (Res.08-1146) Recommendation of Public Safety and Liscensing Committee on 12-08-08: To accept the recommdations of the Purchasing Agent to award the bid to the 4 lowest bidders per line item as indicated by the shaded areas provided in the Purchasing Agents report. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 101.300.5690, Emergency Medical Supplies.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2969 A To amend Sec.66-1001, and to repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin relating to Nuisance properties.CommunicationSubject: To amend Sec.66-1001, and to repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin relating to Nuisance properties. Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-24-08: That ordinance 19-08 be adopted. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 01-14-2009: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-2742 A Compliance review for conditional use - National Auto 2933 Rapids DriveCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Compliance review for conditional use permit for National Auto at 2933 Rapids Drive. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-26-08: That a non-compliance letter and revocation order be sent to the property owner.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2943 A CUP 3440 Douglas AveCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Josette Cohen of Abundent Life Academy of Excellence seeking a Conditional Use Permit at 3440 Douglas Avenue for a daycare facility, and a before and after school program. (Res.08-1142) Recommendation of the Access Corridor Development Review Committee on 11-20-08: That this item be approved subject to staff recommendations. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-26-08: That this item be approved subject to staff recommendations.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2944 A CUP 1149 Washington AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Derrick Martin of Hello Auto Sales, LLC seeking a Conditional Use Permit at 1149 Washington Avenue for auto sales. (Res.08-1143) Recommendation of the Access Corridor Development Review Committee on 11-20-08: That this item be approved subject to staff recommendations. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-26-08: That this item be approved subject to the amended staff recommendations.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2973 A Towerview Neighborhood PlanCommunicationSubject: Request by Neighborhood Housing Services that the City adopt the Towerview Neighborhood Plan. (ZOrd.015-08) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-10-08: That an ordinance to adopt the Live Towerview plan be prepared and a public hearing be scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3004 A 6200 Regency West Drive RezoningCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Application by Michael Bannon, representing Sidel Company, seeking consideration of a request to rezone a property at 6200 Regency West Drive from B-3 General Commercial District to I-1 Restricted Industrial District. (ZOrd.014-08) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-10-08: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3005 A CUP 1456 Junction AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Application from Karen Sorenson of ERA Newport Realty, representing Bruce H. Joffe seeking consideration of a request for a conditional use permit at 1456 Junction Avenue to accommodate a meeting hall. (Res.08-1157) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-10-08: That this be approved subject to Staff Recommendations with the following change that the hours be Monday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2772 A Allocation of 2008 and 2009 ESG Funds.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Allocation of 2008 and 2009 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funds. (Res.08-1154)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3002 A Racine Interfaith Coalition Local Option fundingCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of Racine Interfaith Coalition for Local Option funding. (Res.08-1155)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3003 A Request of Housing Resources, Inc. for Local Option fundingCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of Housing Resources, Inc. for Local Option funding. (Res.08-1156)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2924 A RCEDC 2009 Economic DevelopmentCommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine County Economic Development Corporation submitting a contract for 2009 economic development services. (Res.08-1139) Recommendation of the Economic Development Committee on 11-24-08: That the agreement with RCEDC for economic development services be approved. Fiscal Note: Contract amount: $67,000. Funding has been provided in the 2009 budget, account no. 101.150.5630.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2925 A RCEDC 2009 Brownfields Redevelopment Services ContractCommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine County Economic Development Corporation submitting a contract for 2009 brownfields redevelopment services. (Res.08-1138) Recommendation of the Economic Development Committee on 11-24-08: That the agreement with RCEDC for brownfields redevelopment services be approved. Fiscal Note: Contract Amount: $55,000. Funding has been provided in the 2009 capital projects budget, account no. 919.000.5610Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2926 A RCEDC Industrial Loan Fund GrantCommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine County Economic Development Corporation requesting certification of its annual report on the Industrial/Commercial Revolving Loan Fund Grant. (Res.08-1141) Recommendation of the Economic Development Committee on 11-24-08: That the I/CB RLF Plan Certification be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2927 A RCEDC Economic Development Plan Version 4.0CommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine County Economic Development Corporation requesting adoption of the Economic Development Plan version 4.0. (Res.08-1140) Recommendation of the Economic Development Committee on 11-24-08: That the Economic Development Plan Version 4.0 be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3031 A Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, commissions and boards for the City of Racine:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, commissions and boards for the City of Racine: Business Improvement District #2 - West Racine: Appoint Ald. Terrence McCarthy for a one year term ending December 1, 2009. Business Improvement District #3 - Uptown: Reappoint Lou Larsen, 1426 Washington Ave., for a three year term ending December 1, 2011. Reappoint Peter Walquist, 1413 13th St., for a three year term ending December 1, 2011. Reappoint Ald. Michael Shields for a one year term ending December 1, 2009. Sister City Planning Council: Reappoint Martine Albritton, 1413 Hillcrest Circle, for a three year term ending December 1, 2011. Reappoint Richard H. Ehlert, 5749 Little Timber Drive, for a three year term ending December 1, 2011. Reappoint Dwayne Olsen, 5118 Kinzie Ave., for a three year term ending December 1, 2011. Reappoint Tom Kennedy, 3114 Michigan Blvd., for a three year term ending December 1, 2011.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-3033 A Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappoints to the following committees, commissions and boards for the City of Racine:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappoints to the following committees, commissions and boards for the City of Racine: Business Improvement District No. 4 - Douglas Avenue: Appoint Russ Kortendick, 3806 Douglas Ave., to a one year term ending December 31, 2009. Appoint DeWayne Perry, 1300 Douglas Ave, to a one year term ending December 31, 2009. Appoint Alderman David Maack, to a one year term ending December 31, 2009. Appoint Geoff Bergauer, 3737 Douglas Ave., to a two year term ending December 31, 2010. Appoint Tony Ricchio, 1623 Douglas Ave., to a two year term ending December 31, 2010. Appoint Eric Olesen, 1841 Douglas Ave., to a three year term ending December 31, 2011. Appoint David Namowicz, 1921 Charles St., to a three year term ending December 31, 2011. Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown: Reappoint Ald. Jeff Coe, to a one year term, ending December 1, 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2978 A Racine H-Historic Design GuidelinesCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of ordinance amendments and administrative guidelines for the implementation of Racine H-Historic Properties District Design Guidelines. Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 12-1-08: That amendments to the proposed ordinance and resolution language be inserted to address new construction on vacant and cleared lots and parcels, and as directed, certain language regarding fencing and lighting fixtures be removed from the proposed resolution at sections (b)(3)c. and (b)(8)b. Further, that the proposed ordinance amendments and administrative guidelines be referred to the City Plan Commission. Further, that an ordinance be prepared, a public hearing scheduled and a resolution drafted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1138 A Agreement for 2009 Brownfield Redevelopment Services with Racine County Economic Development CorporationResolutionAgreement for 2009 Brownfield Redevelopment Services with Racine County Economic Development Corporation Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC for brownfield redevelopment services for the time period January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: Contract Amount: $55,000. Funding has been provided in the 2009 capital projects budget, Account No. 919.000.5610.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1139 A 2009 Economic Development Services Agreement with Racine County Economic Development CorporationResolution2009 Economic Development Services Agreement with Racine County Economic Development Corporation Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC for economic development services for the time period of February 1, 2009 to January 31, 2010. Fiscal Note: Contract amount: $67,000. Funding has been provided in the 2009 budget, Account No. 101.150.5630.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1140 A Adoption of Economic Development Plan Version 4.0ResolutionAdoption of Economic Development Plan Version 4.0 Resolved, that the Economic Development Plan version 4.0 be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1141 A 2008 City of Racine Industrial/Commercial Building Revolving Loan Fund (I/CB-RLF) Plan CertificationResolution2008 City of Racine Industrial/Commercial Building Revolving Loan Fund (I/CB-RLF) Plan Certification Resolved, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, that the 2008 City of Racine Industrial/Commercial Building Revolving Loan Fund (I/CB-RLF) Plan Certification be approved. Further resolved, that the Racine County Economic Development Corporation, as administrator of the I/CB-RLF, be authorized and directed to transit the certifications to the Economic Development Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1142 A Conditional Use Permit for 3440 Douglas AvenueResolutionConditional Use Permit for 3440 Douglas Avenue Resolved, that a Conditional Use Permit to operate a daycare center, and before and after school center at 3440 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee (ACDRC) on November 20, 2008, and the Plan Commission on November 26, 2008 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. Prior to issuance of building permits for the daycare center, the building owner shall: 1. Submit for the review and approval by the ACDRC a unified sign plan for entire property. 2. Submit for the review and approval of the Director of City Development a bond or letter of credit in an amount equal to the value of all approved but uncompleted exterior building improvement, curb closings, landscaping, and signage and project clean-up. 3. Complete all approved exterior building façade improvements. 4. Resolve all outstanding fines and fees with the Chief Building Inspector. 5. Submit to the Director of City Development the signed contract froAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1143 A Conditional Use Permit for 1149 Washington AvenueResolutionConditional Use Permit for 1149 Washington Avenue Resolved, that Hello Auto Sales, Inc., seeking a Conditional Use Permit for automobile sales at 1149 Washington Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on November 26, 2008 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. The plans were also presented to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee (ACDRC) on November 20, 2008. b. That up to seven (7) vehicles may be displayed for sale at this location, unless otherwise approved by the Chief Building Inspector to allow nine (9) vehicle spaces including utilization of two spaces that are not of legal size. Only passenger vehicles may be sold on the site. Commercial vehicles, off-road vehicles, or busses may not be sold from or stored at this location. c. That a revised site plan, drawn to scale, be submitted indicating all parking areas (striped), ingress and egress areas, location of bumper stops, plan to reduce the driveway width as noted in item f. and other site conditions be submittAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1144 A Permission for Police chief to apply for 2009 U.S. Department of Justice Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force GrantResolutionPermission for Police chief to apply for 2009 U.S. Department of Justice Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2009 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Project Safe Neighborhoods Task Force grant in the amount of $20,000 (Grant Control No. 2008-057). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1145 A Enter into agreement with State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue for TRIP ProgramResolutionEnter into agreement with State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue for TRIP Program Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Revenue to implement the TRIP Program that will assist in collection of unpaid fees from tax refunds. Fiscal Note: Taxpayer will be charged $5.00 for each amount that is intercepted from their refund at the time of interception.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1146 A Official Notice #12, Emergency Medical Supplies for Racine Fire Department be awardedResolutionOfficial Notice #12, Emergency Medical Supplies for Racine Fire Department be awarded Resolved, that the recommendation for award, Official Notice #12, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department be awarded as shaded by the Purchasing Agent on the bid tabulation submitted November 25, 2008. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 101.300.5690, Emergency Medical Supplies. Funding is in the amount of $96,200.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1147 A Permission for Grant Facilitator to apply for NACCHO Healthy Communities Demonstration GrantResolutionPermission for Grant Facilitator to apply for NACCHO Healthy Communities Demonstration Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for the $15,000 grant with the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) Healthy Communities Demonstration Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2008-056) to support local health department plans. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1148 A Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Department of Health Services for Consolidated GrantResolutionPermission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Department of Health Services for Consolidated Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $240,663 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Consolidated Contract (Grant Control No. 2008-049) for Maternal Child Healthcare. The contract period is from January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: The contract covers $39,131 for Immunization; $35,118 for Childhood Lead; 74,915 for Maternal Child Healthcare; $14,030 for Prevention and $77,469 for Wisconsin Well Woman Programs. There is a soft match of $60,505 required on the part of the city for Maternal Child Healthcare.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1149 A Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Department of Health Services Tobacco Prevention and Control Program GrantResolutionPermission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Department of Health Services Tobacco Prevention and Control Program Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $98,371 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program (Grant Control No. 2008-052). The contract period is from January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1150 A Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Department of Health Services Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness GrantResolutionPermission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Department of Health Services Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $61,160 grant with the Department of Health Services for Center of Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness (Grant Control No. 2008-050). The contract period is from January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1151 A Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Department of Health Services Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness GranResolutionPermission for Public Health Administrator to apply for Department of Health Services Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $35,590 grant with the Department of Health Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) Preparedness (Grant Control No. 2008-051). The contract period is from September 1, 2008 through July 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1152 A Permission to enter into a 2 year contract with Countryside Humane Society for animal control servicesResolutionPermission to enter into a 2 year contract with Countryside Humane Society for animal control services Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 2-year contract with the Countryside Humane Society for animal control services. Further resolved, that the cost to the City of Racine for January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009 is $175,282, and January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010 is $180,540.46. Fiscal Note: Total cost for 2009 will be $175,282 and 2010 cost will be $180,540.46.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1158 A Professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 30-06 (K6-031, Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer Lining be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 30-06 (K6-031, Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer Lining be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 30-06 (K6-031), Professional Services - Sixth Street Sanitary Sewer Lining, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $167,487.53. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6961, dated April 5, 2006.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1159 A Work accepted and final payment authorized for Contract 19-07 (K7-022), 2007 CCTV Services and Manhole InspectionsResolutionWork accepted and final payment authorized for Contract 19-07 (K7-022), 2007 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections Resolved, that the work done by National Power Rodding, Inc., under Contract 19-07 (K7-022), 2007 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $364,204.95, from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution No. 07-0144, dated April 4, 2007.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1160 A Work accepted and final payment authorized for Contract 30-08 (K8-034), Central Heating Plant Structural RepairsResolutionWork accepted and final payment authorized for Contract 30-08 (K8-034), Central Heating Plant Structural Repairs Resolved, that the work done by Bane-Nelson, Inc. under Contract 30-08 (K8-034), Central Heating Plant Structural Repairs, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $180,261.50. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0842, dated June 3, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1161 A Professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure be acceptedResolutionProfessional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure be accepted Resolved, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $201,828.59. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 7182 of August 15, 2006.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1162 A Permission for Commissioner of Public Works to enter into a Focus on Energy Grant Agreement for installation of LED light fixtures at Equipment Maintenance Garage, Phase IResolutionPermission for Commissioner of Public Works to enter into a Focus on Energy Grant Agreement for installation of LED light fixtures at Equipment Maintenance Garage, Phase I Resolved, Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, with Focus on Energy which will provide an estimated $1,365.00 in funding for Phase I of the Equipment Maintenance Garage LED Light Fixture project. The total estimated cost of this project is $11,260.00. Further resolved, that funds for this project are available in Account 401.000.5670, Building Repairs and Maintenance. Fiscal Note: The grant and resulting reduction in annual energy costs will result in less than a 6 year payback.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1163 A Permission for Commissioner of Public Works to enter into a grant agreement with Focus on Energy for LED lighting Phase II of the Equipment Maintenance GarageResolutionPermission for Commissioner of Public Works to enter into a grant agreement with Focus on Energy for LED lighting Phase II of the Equipment Maintenance Garage Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, with Focus on Energy which will provide an estimated $5,123.00 in funding for Phase II of the Equipment Maintenance Garage LED Light Fixture project. The total estimated cost of this project is $42,000.00. Further resolved, that funds for this project are available in the 2009 Capital Improvement budget. Fiscal Note: The grant and resulting reduction in annual energy costs will result in less than a 6 year payback.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1164 A Permission for Commissioner of Public Works to enter into a grant agreement with Focus on Energy for Safety Building Garage LED Light Fixture projectResolutionPermission for Commissioner of Public Works to enter into a grant agreement with Focus on Energy for Safety Building Garage LED Light Fixture project Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, with Focus on Energy which will provide an estimated $2,616.00 in funding for the Safety Building Garage LED Light Fixture project. The total estimated cost of this project is $16,750.00. Further resolved, that funds for this project are available in the 2009 Capital Improvement budget. Fiscal Note: The grant and resulting reduction in annual energy costs will result in less than a 4 year payback.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1165 A Permission for Commissioner of Public Works to enter into a grant agreement with Focus on Energy for Phase II of the Solid Waste Garage LED Light Fixture ProjectResolutionPermission for Commissioner of Public Works to enter into a grant agreement with Focus on Energy for Phase II of the Solid Waste Garage LED Light Fixture Project Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement, on behalf of the City of Racine, with Focus on Energy which will provide an estimated $1,090.00 in funding for Phase II of the Solid Waste Garage LED Light Fixture project. The total estimated cost of this project is $6,700.00. Further resolved, that funds for this project are available in Account 401.000.5670, Building Repairs and Maintenance. Fiscal Note: The grant and resulting reduction in annual energy costs will result in less than a 4 year payback.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1166 A Amendment No. 1 on Contract 10-08 (K8-011), Professional Services - Central Heating Plant Structural Slab and Wall Restoration be approvedResolutionAmendment No. 1 on Contract 10-08 (K8-011), Professional Services - Central Heating Plant Structural Slab and Wall Restoration be approved Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 on Contract 10-08 (K8-011), Professional Services - Central Heating Plant Structural Slab and Wall Restoration, Arnold & O’Sheridan, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $3,500.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 988.220.5030, Central Heating Plant - Structural Repairs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1167 A 2009 Assessment Rates for the 2010 construction of Portland cement concrete paving and curb and gutter replacementResolution2009 Assessment Rates for the 2010 construction of Portland cement concrete paving and curb and gutter replacement Resolved, that the proposed special assessment rates for public hearings in 2009 (2010 construction) for portland cement concrete paving and curb and gutter be as follows: Portland Cement Concrete Paving Residential Paving (7 inch) - 26' Flange to Flange $52.00/Front Foot Residential Paving (7 inch) - 32' Flange to Flange $57.00/Front Foot Commercial Paving (8 inch) - 32' Flange to Flange $65.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9 inch) - 32' Flange to Flange $77.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9 inch) - 44' Flange to Flange $97.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (9 inch doweled) - 44' Flange to Flange $105.00/Front Foot Industrial Paving (10 inch doweled) - 44' Flange to Flange $115.00/Front Foot Portland Cement Concrete Curb and Gutter (30 inch) 7" Pavement $18.00/Front Foot 8" Pavement $19.00/Front Foot 9" Pavement $20.00/Front Foot 10" Pavement $21.00/Front Foot Sewer and Water Services Sewer (6”) and Water (2”) $10,500.00/AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1168 A Signal and Street Lights Maintenance Agreement between City and Village of Mt. Pleasant for Oakes Road and 16th Street intersectionResolutionSignal and Street Lights Maintenance Agreement between City and Village of Mt. Pleasant for Oakes Road and 16th Street intersection Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Traffic Signal and Street Light Maintenance Agreement with the Village of Mt. Pleasant for maintenance of the traffic signals and street lights at Oakes Road and Sixteenth Street. The Village of Mt. Pleasant will take general responsibility for all maintenance and will pay 75% of the cost of all maintenance and operational expenses. The City of Racine will pay 25% of all operational and maintenance expenses based upon the percentage of the intersection which is within each jurisdiction. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost necessary to implement this agreement are available in Account 101.600.5550, Repairs and Maintenance. Fiscal Note: The Village of Mt. Pleasant will share costs for this intersection based upon the fact that 1/4 of the intersection is within the City of Racine and 3/4 of the intersection is within the Village of Mt. Pleasant.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1169 A Agreement with AECOM Technical Services for 2009 Pavement Inspection and PlanningResolutionAgreement with AECOM Technical Services for 2009 Pavement Inspection and Planning Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with AECOM Technical Services for the 2009 Pavement Inspection and Planning, at a price not-to-exceed $78,000.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 101.130.5610, 2009 Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1170 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer RelaysResolutionChange Order No. 2 on Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays Resolved, that Change Order No.2 on Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, A. W. Oakes & Son, contractor, be approved, in the credit amount of $5,400.00. Further resolved, that the completion date be extended to December 3, 2008. Fiscal Note: The contract amount was decreased due to the withholding of liquidated damages for completing the project after the original completion date of November 5, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1153 A Permission for Finance Director transfer funds for 2008 Civic Centre obligationsResolutionPermission for Finance Director transfer funds for 2008 Civic Centre obligations Resolved, that permission be granted for the Finance Director identify and transfer remaining 2008 general fund dollars to fully fund any 2008 operating deficit, not to exceed $165,000, incurred by the Racine Civic Centre. Fiscal Note: The deficient is currently estimated at $155,000. Funds will be transferred from the General Fund 101 to the Civic Centre Fund 108.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1154 A Allocation of 2008 and 2009 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) FundsResolutionAllocation of 2008 and 2009 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Funds Resolved, that the 2008-2009 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funds be allocated as shown in the table attached to Legistar Item 08-2772. Fiscal Note: Grant funds have been awarded in a sum sufficient for this allocation.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1155 A Local Option Funding for Racine Interfaith Coalition Violence No More ProgramResolutionLocal Option Funding for Racine Interfaith Coalition Violence No More Program Resolved, that $12,600 be awarded from the Local Option Fund to Racine Interfaith Coalition for the Violence No More Program. Fiscal Note: There is sufficient funding in the Local Option Fund for this request.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1156 A Local Option Funding for Housing Resources, Inc.ResolutionLocal Option Funding for Housing Resources, Inc. Resolved, that $50,000 be awarded from the Local Option Fund to Housing Resources, Inc., for homebuyer and foreclosure prevention counseling. Fiscal Note: There is sufficient funding in the Local Option Fund for this request.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-1157 A Conditional Use Permit for 1456 Junction AvenueResolutionConditional Use Permit for 1456 Junction Avenue Resolved, that a Conditional Use Permit for a meeting hall at 1456 Junction Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on December 10, 2008 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the plans, including signage, are subject to review and approval by the Access Corridor Design Review Committee, and all recommendations of the DARDC are to be complied with prior to issuance of an occupancy permit. d. That the weeds and vines growing on and near the building be cleared up, and the brick façade be cleaned and repaired prior to building occupancy. e. That no alcohol or liquor be served on the premises at any time. f. That the days and hours of the meeting hall shall be limited to Monday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. g. That all activities permitted by this conditional use permit amendment be confined to tAdoptedPass Action details Not available
ZOrd.014-08 A An Ordinance rezoning 6200 Regency West DriveZoning OrdinanceAn Ordinance rezoning 6200 Regency West Drive 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 6200 Regency West Drive and more particularly described as follows: “Southeast ¼ Section 23-3-22 as recorded in the Racine County Register of Deeds Office, Volume 2047 pages 506-507. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin.” Be rezoned from “B-3” General Commercial District, to “I-1” Restricted Industrial District with an "I-P" Industrial Park District overlay, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance. 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/AReferred  Action details Not available
ZOrd.015-08 A An Ordinance To amend the City's comprehensive plan and adopt the Live Towerview Plan.Zoning OrdinanceAn Ordinance To amend the City's comprehensive plan and adopt the Live Towerview Plan. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: The report Live Towerview Plan (August, 2008), as recommended for adoption by the City Plan Commission on December 10, 2008, is hereby adopted as part of the comprehensive plan of the City of Racine and is added to the list of comprehensive plan reports maintained by the Director of City Development. 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/AReferred  Action details Not available