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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 7/20/2010 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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10-5306 A claim of Debra LarsonClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Debra Larson for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: The claim of Debra Larson, 1405 Warwick Way, 53406, requesting reimbursement in the amount of $81.42 for tire replacement after she allegedly drove over road tar in the 4900 block of Washington Avenue on May 26, 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5307 A claim of James WenszellClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of James Wenszell for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: The claim of James Wenszell, 1347 West Blvd., 53405, requesting reimbursement in the amount of $1,720.20 for vehicle repairs after he allegedly crested the top of the hill on Chicago Street and broke a window on June 7, 2008 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5361 A claim of Gary Haas and Sharon HaasClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Gary Haas and Sharon Haas for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: The claim of Gary & Sharon Haas, 1316 Cleveland Ave., 53405, requesting reimbursement in the amount of $229.11 for a door that was allegedly broken during the execution of a search warrant on June 29, 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5367 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a donation of $5,000.00 from Caron Butler for the 2010 Juneteenth Celebration that was held on June 19, 2010 at the Dr. John Bryant Community CenterCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a donation of $5,000.00 from Caron Butler for the 2010 Juneteenth Celebration that was held on June 19, 2010 at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: Permission be granted for the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to accept a donation of $5,000.00 from Caron Butler for the 2010 Juneteenth Celebration that was held on June 19, 2010 at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5381 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $71,541 from the Department of Health Services for Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept $71,541 from the Department of Health Services for Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness. (Grant Control #2010-027) (Res.10-2135) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to accept $71,541 from the Department of Health Services for Centers for Disease (CDC) Preparedness. (Grant Control #2010-027) Fiscal Note: No City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5382 A Razing and removal of residential buildings located at 716 - 17th Street and 720 - 17th Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent wanting to discuss Official Notice #8 Razing and Removal of Residential Buildings located at 716 - 17th Street and 720 - 17th Street. (Res.10-2133) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: That the bid be awarded to Azar, LLC. at their bid price of $27,334.00 Fiscal Note: The cost would be $27,334.00. Funds for this project are available in accounts 895.020.5510 and 804.011.5310.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5383 A Communication from the Alderman of the First District requesting to transfer funds within Car 25 budget from Professional Services Account 203-000-5610 into Furniture and Equipment under $5,000 account 203-000-5430.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the First District requesting to transfer funds within Car 25 budget from Professional Services Account 203-000-5610 into Furniture and Equipment under $5,000 account 203-000-5430. (Res.10-2132) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: To approve the transfer of $40,000 within the CAR25 budget from Professional Services Account 203-000-5610 into Furniture and Equipment under $5,000 account 203-000-5430. Fiscal Note: Funds are available for the transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5387 A Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting that the Common Council waive the fees charged to him for access to records relating to Countryside Humane Society from 11/2004-7/13/2010 provided to Marcia Fernholz in her capacity as a membeCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting that the Common Council waive the fees charged to him for access to records relating to Countryside Humane Society from 11/2004-7/13/2010 provided to Marcia Fernholz in her capacity as a member of the Countryside Humane Society Board of Directors by the Mayor of the City of Racine. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: To deny the request. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5388 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting the reclassification of an existing Health Department Laboratory Limited Term Employee (LTE) position to a full time position due to a change in responsibilities.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting the reclassification of an existing Health Department Laboratory Limited Term Employee (LTE) position to a full time position due to a change in responsibilities. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-26-10: Permission be granted to reclassify an existing Health Department Laboratory Limited Term Employee (LTE) position to a full time position. Fiscal Note: Increasing the position from 32 to 40 hours per week will result in additional annual salary and fringe benefits of approximately $8,900 and health insurance of approximately $14,300. Funding to cover these additional costs will be provided from grant funds, the Storm Water Utility and direct revenue generation. There will be no additional cost to the City for tax levy purposes.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5355 A Relocation order for 3215 Douglas Avenue for the Douglas "STH32" Goold Street to 3 Mile Road project, WISDOT ID: 2350-13-70.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting a relocation order for 3215 Douglas Avenue for the Douglas "STH32" Goold Street to 3 Mile Road project, WISDOT ID: 2350-13-70. (Res.10-2125) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-27-10: That the City Attorney be authorized and directed to file a relocation order for 3215 Douglas Avenue and to proceed with acquisition of the property needed for the State Highway 32 Reconstruction Project. Further recommends that funding for this acquisition is available in Account 989.908.5110, Douglas-Goold to 3 Mile. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5296 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request final payment for preparing plans and specifications and project administration for window and door replacement atCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request final payment for preparing plans and specifications and project administration for window and door replacement at the Tyler-Domer and Dr. King Community Centers and Park Service Center. (Res.10-2131) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committe on 7-26-10: To approve the request for final payment for preparing plans and specifications and project administration for window and door replacement at the Tyler-Domer and Dr. King Community Centers and Park Service Center. Fiscal Note: $10,000 from account 989.670.5010.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5386 A Communication from Joey Legath, Agent for Joey's on Taylor, 1863 Taylor Avenue wishing to amend his Premise Description to include the adjacent parking lot.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Joey Legath, Agent for Joey's on Taylor, 1863 Taylor Avenue wishing to amend his Premise Description to include the adjacent parking lot. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-26-10: That the request for Joey Legath, Agent for Joey's on Taylor, 1863 Taylor Avenue wishing to amend his Premise Description to include the adjacent parking lot be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5385 A Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting to discuss NSP funded housing.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting to discuss NSP funded housing. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-21-2010: that the Item be Deferred. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10-05-2010: that the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5302 A Communication from Greater St. Luke's Baptist Church requesting waiver of fees for North Beach Park for their Belle City Backyard BBQ event on August 14 & 15, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Greater St. Luke's Baptist Church requesting waiver of fees for North Beach Park for their Belle City Backyard BBQ event on August 14 & 15, 2010. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-12-10: Item to be received and file because there is an existing policy for charities and nonprofit organizations to have lower rates. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5318 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept funding in the amount of $7,948 from the State of Wisconsin, Department of Natural Resources for beach monitoring.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept funding in the amount of $7,948 from the State of Wisconsin, Department of Natural Resources for beach monitoring. (Grant Control No. 2010-026) (Res.10-2119) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-12-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $7,948 grant agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2010-026) to be utilized for beach monitoring. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5335 A Request that the City provide financial assistance to Human Capital Development Corporation/First Choice Pre-Apprenticeship Training for the purchase of property.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting the City provide financial assistance to Human Capital Development Corporation/First Choice Pre-Apprenticeship Training for the purchase of property. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-12-10: Item to be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5347 A Ordinance No. 11-10 to amend Sec. 46-28 of the Municipal Code relating to purchases over $25,000; advertising for bids, and to create Sec. 46-39 relating to procurement of services.CommunicationSubject: Ordinance No. 11-10 to amend Sec. 46-28 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to purchases over $25,000; advertising for bids, and to create Sec. 46-39 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to procurement of professional services. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-12-10: To adopt Ordinance No. 11-10. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5266 A Emmaus Evangelical Lutheran Church requesting to close the 1900 block of Summit Avenue on July 24-25, 2010 for a festival.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Emmaus Evangelical Lutheran Church requesting to close the 1900 block of Summit Avenue on July 24-25, 2010 for a festival. (Res.10-2104) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-13-10: That Emmaus Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Summit Avenue from English Street to Yout Street, and English Street from Summit Avenue to Carlisle Avenue, on Saturday, July 24, 2010, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Sunday, July 25, 2010, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., for their Kermes International festival. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $300.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police providApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5316 A Final payment on Contract 17-09 (K9-017), Design Osborne Ravine Sanitary Sewer Abatement & Structural Repair, AECOM.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 17-09 (K9-017), Design Osborne Ravine Sanitary Sewer Abatement & Structural Repair, AECOM. (Res.10-2108) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-13-10: That the professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 17-09 (K9-017), Design Osborne Ravine Sanitary Sewer Abatement & Structural Repair, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $75,157.17. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1228, dated February 3, 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5326 A Kenny's on Main requesting to close Hubbard Street from Main to Wisconsin on July 31, 2010 for a bike show/bike wash to benefit the Wounded Warriors Project.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kenny's on Main requesting to close Hubbard Street from Main to Wisconsin on July 31, 2010 for a bike show/bike wash to benefit the Wounded Warriors Project. (Res.10-2105) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-13-10: Permission be granted to Kenny's on Main, 1300 N. Main Street, to close Hubbard Street from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, on Saturday, July 31, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., for their 2nd Annual Bike Show/Bike Wash to benefit the Wounded Warriors Project, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. F. Any tents placed on the public right-of-way shall not be anchored by any means to the roadway surface. G. The sponsor shall pay a $25Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5342 A Request to allow a farmer's market to be held in the parking lot directly behind City Hall.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Public Health Director requesting permission to allow a farmer's market to be held in the parking lot directly behind City Hall. (Res.10-2110) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-13-10: That a Farmer's Market be allowed to be held by City Hall, as needed, through December 31, 2010 with the following stipulations: A. A maximum of 2 vendors be allowed to occupy a maximum of 4 public parking spaces in the City Hall parking lot. B. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed. C. That vendors only be allowed to sell fruits and vegetables. D. That vendors acquire all necessary licenses required by Municipal Code and compliance be verified by the Health Department. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5348 A Final payment on Contract 55-09 (K9-056), Professional Services-Safety Building Precast Panel Repairs, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 55-09 (K9-056), Professional Services-Safety Building Precast Panel Repairs, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res.10-2109) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-13-10: That the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 55-09 (K9-056), Professional Services - Safety Building Precast Panel Repairs, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $4,900.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1528, dated July 21, 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5357 A Amend Res. 06-7236 relating to submittal of grant applications.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting that Res. 06-7236, dated September 19, 2006, be amended to authorize the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, or his designee, to submit grant applications to the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources as required for the recycling program. (Res.10-2107) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-13-10: That Resolution 06-7236, dated September 19, 2006, be amended to authorize Thomas M. Eeg, Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations, to act on the city's behalf to submit a grant application to the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for financial assistance for the recycling program. FISCAL NOTE: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5358 A update to the proposed storm sewer catchbasin system at the InSinkErator's east loading dock.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Spectrum Engineering, Inc. submitting an update to the proposed storm sewer catchbasin system at the InSinkErator's east loading dock. (Res.10-2106) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-13-10: That permission be granted to InSinkErator to install a storm sewer system in the public right-of-way of Ohio Street near 21st Street, as requested, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Street. B. The property owner be required to become a member of Digger's Hotline. C. The property owner shall pay all costs associated with the relocation due to maintenance or construction. D. The property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4800 A Video cameras to monitor crime at 6th Street from Main to Grand Avenue and Main Street from State to 6th Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting video cameras to monitor crime at 6th Street from Main to Grand Avenue and Main Street from State to 6th Street. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-8-10: That the item be deferred and the alderman work with the police department on a solid proposal and bring the item back to committee at that time.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5243 A To amend Sec. 18-369(c) and create 18-369(e), (f) and (g) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Building Code - Chimneys and Fireplaces; Outdoor fireplaces and outdoor cooking facilities.CommunicationSubject: Ordinance No. 10-10 To amend Sec. 18-369(c) and create 18-369(e), (f) and (g) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Building Code - Chimneys and Fireplaces; Outdoor fireplaces and outdoor cooking facilities. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-7-10: That the ordinance be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-21-10: That the ordinance be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5252 A (New) Application of Ali Fade for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1949 Racine Street. (2nd District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Ali Fade for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1949 Racine Street. (2nd District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and LIcensing Committee on 6-21-10: To defer consideration of this matter pending completion of the requested paperwork. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Not available
10-5295 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety & Licensing Committee to request final payment for Contract 50-09 (K9-051) Parks and Parking System Improvements Project (R1), by O&M Excavation andCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety & Licensing Committee to request final payment for Contract 50-09 (K9-051) Parks and Parking System Improvements Project (R1), by O&M Excavation and Grading, Inc. of Union Grove. (Res.10-2114) Recommendation to the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 7-12-10: That final payment for Contract 50-09 (K9-051) Parks and Parking System Improvements Project (R1), by O&M Excavation and Grading, Inc. of Union Grove be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds should be delineated from the following accounts: 988.700.5020, Lincoln Parking Lot Asphalt, $12,163.90; 988.700.5030, Lockwood Parking Lot Asphalt, $158,394.50; 988.740.5020, Blacktop Paths through Zoo, $14,919.00; 106.989.5750, Land Improvements, Parking Lot Repairs, $15,519.70;107.000.5750, Golf Land Improvements-Johnson Parking Lot, $102,093.41; 207.000.5750,(2008) Cemetery Land Improvement-Roads and Walks 2008, $24,399.00; 207.000.5750,(2009) Cemetery Land Improvement-Roads and Walks 2008, $28,322.34; 989.690.5010, LaApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5297 A Communication from Police Chief requesting to apply for 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant (grant control #2010-025). (Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee).CommunicationSubject: Communication from Police Chief requesting to apply for 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-025). (Res.10-2113) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-12-10: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-025) to be utilized for five (5) gun sights and mounts for SWAT weapons. Recommendation to the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 7-12-10: That permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-025) to be utilized for five (5) gun sights and mounts for SWAT weapons. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5328 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report of bids received on the sale of abandoned vehicles 06-28-2010.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report of bids received on the sale of abandoned vehicles 06-28-2010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5356 A Communication from Joey LeGath wishing to amend his premise description at Joey's On Lathrop, 2054 Lathrop Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Joey LeGath wishing to amend his premise description at Joey's On Lathrop, 2054 Lathrop Avenue.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5259 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to amend Ordinance 70-90, Animals Prohibited, to allow for dogs on leash on the Lake Michigan and Root River pathways.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to amend Ordinance 70-90, Animals Prohibited, to allow for dogs on leash on the Lake Michigan and Root River pathways. (Ord.14-10) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-14-10 : To approve to amend Ordinance 70-90, Animals Prohibited, to allow for dogs on leash on the Lake Michigan and Root River pathways. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5253 A Focus on Community requesting to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on October 2, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., in conjunction with Party on the Pavement.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Focus on Community requesting to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on October 2, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., in conjunction with Party on the Pavement. (Res.10-2093) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-29-10: That Focus on Community be granted permission to use city right-of-way for a run/walk on Saturday, October 2, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., in conjunction with Party on the Pavement. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay any costs associated with bagging of parking meters. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5256 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to discuss the State of Wisconsin’s acquisition of 7 square feet of land from Douglas Park for sidewalk improvements as part of the reconstruction of Douglas Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to discuss the State of Wisconsin’s acquisition of 7 square feet of land from Douglas Park for sidewalk improvements as part of the reconstruction of Douglas Avenue. (Res.10-2115) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-14-10: To allow the State of Wisconsin’s acquisition of 7 square feet of land from Douglas Park for sidewalk improvements as part of the reconstruction of Douglas Avenue. Fiscal note: To be determinedApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5257 A Communication from Alderman Kaplan requesting sufficient No Parking signage along Hoffert Drive from Barker Street to English Street be installed and the municipal codes updated if necessary.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman Kaplan requesting sufficient No Parking signage along Hoffert Drive from Barker Street to English Street be installed and the municipal codes updated if necessary. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-14-10: To refer street vacation to the Public Works and Services Committee, as well as instructing Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services' staff to add appropriate signage along Hoffert Drive. Fiscal note: There will be nonimal costs for signage.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5300 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $3,000.00 grant from the DNR (City Grant Control # 2010-011) for Aquatic Invasive Species Removal.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $3,000.00 grant from the DNR (City Grant Control # 2010-011) for Aquatic Invasive Species Removal. (Res.10-2116) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-14-10: To accept the $3,000.00 grant from the DNR (City Grant Control # 2010-011) for Aquatic Invasive Species Removal. Fiscal Note: $3,000.00 grant received from the DNR. The City will have approximately $1,000.00 in kind per terms of the grant.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5321 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation to provide supervision and related services of the Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain/Splash Pad.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation to provide supervision and related services of the Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain/Splash Pad. (Res.10-2117) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-14-10: To approve the request to enter into an agreement with the BID Board to provide supervision and related services of the Laurel Cark Memorial Fountain/Splash Pad. Fiscal note: No fiscal impact on City BudgetApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5339 A Communication from Kailey Husby, Milwaukee Wave requesting to use North Beach and the auxiliary parking lot, located on the south end of the beach for a Beach Soccer Match on August 7, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kailey Husby, Milwaukee Wave requesting to use North Beach and the auxiliary parking lot, located on the south end of the beach for a Beach Soccer Match on August 7, 2010. (Res.10-2118) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-13-10: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 7-14-10: That the request be approved to allow the Milwaukee Wave use North Beach and the North auxiliary parking lot of the beach for a Beach Soccer Match on August 7 with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; Further recommends that the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department 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 sApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2104 A Permission granted, with stipulations, for Emmaus Evangelical Lutheran Church to close the 1900 block of Summit Avenue on July 24-25, 2010 for a festivalResolutionPermission granted, with stipulations, for Emmaus Evangelical Lutheran Church to close the 1900 block of Summit Avenue on July 24-25, 2010 for a festival Resolved, that Emmaus Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Summit Avenue from English Street to Yout Street, and English Street from Summit Avenue to Carlisle Avenue, on Saturday, July 24, 2010, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Sunday, July 25, 2010, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., for their Kermes International festival. Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $300.00 special event fee. 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 AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2105 A Permission granted, with stipulations, for Kenny's on Main to close Hubbard Street from Main to Wisconsin on July 31, 2010 for their 2nd Annual Bike Show/Bike Wash to benefit the Wounded Warriors ProjectResolutionPermission granted, with stipulations, for Kenny's on Main to close Hubbard Street from Main to Wisconsin on July 31, 2010 for their 2nd Annual Bike Show/Bike Wash to benefit the Wounded Warriors Project Resolved, that permission be granted to Kenny's on Main, 1300 N. Main Street, to close Hubbard Street from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, on Saturday, July 31, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., for their 2nd Annual Bike Show/Bike Wash to benefit the Wounded Warriors Project, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. F. Any tents placed on the public right-of-way shall not be anchored by any means to the roadway surface. G. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further resolved, that thAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2106 A Permission granted, with stipulations, for InSinkErator to install a storm sewer system in public right-of-way on Ohio Street near 21st StreetResolutionPermission granted, with stipulations, for InSinkErator to install a storm sewer system in public right-of-way on Ohio Street near 21st Street Resolved, that permission be granted to InSinkErator to install a storm sewer system in the public right-of-way of Ohio Street near 21st Street, as requested, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0425, Privileges in Street. B. The property owner be required to become a member of Digger's Hotline. C. The property owner shall pay all costs associated with the relocation due to maintenance or construction. D. The property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2107 A Resolution No. 06-7236 of September 19, 2006, be amended to authorize the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works to submit grant applications to the State of Wisconsin DNR as required for the recycling programResolutionResolution No. 06-7236 of September 19, 2006, be amended to authorize the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works to submit grant applications to the State of Wisconsin DNR as required for the recycling program Resolved, that Resolution 06-7236, dated September 19, 2006, be amended to authorize Thomas M. Eeg, Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations, to act on the City's behalf to submit a grant application to the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for financial assistance for the recycling program. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2108 A Professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 17-09 (K9-017), Design Osborne Ravine Sanitary Sewer Abatement & Structural Repair, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 17-09 (K9-017), Design Osborne Ravine Sanitary Sewer Abatement & Structural Repair, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 17-09 (K9-017), Design Osborne Ravine Sanitary Sewer Abatement & Structural Repair, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $75,157.17. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1228, dated February 3, 2009.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2109 A Professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 55-09 (K9-056), Safety Building Precast Panel Repairs, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 55-09 (K9-056), Safety Building Precast Panel Repairs, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 55-09 (K9-056), Professional Services - Safety Building Precast Panel Repairs, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $4,900.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1528, dated July 21, 2009.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2110 A Permission granted, with stipulations, for a Farmer's Market to be held in the parking lot directed behind City Hall, as needed, through December 31, 2010ResolutionPermission granted, with stipulations, for a Farmer's Market to be held in the parking lot directed behind City Hall, as needed, through December 31, 2010 Resolved, that a Farmer's Market be allowed to be held by City Hall, as needed, through December 31, 2010 with the following stipulations: A. A maximum of 2 vendors be allowed to occupy a maximum of 4 public parking spaces in the City Hall parking lot. B. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed. C. That vendors only be allowed to sell fruits and vegetables. D. That vendors acquire all necessary licenses required by Municipal Code and compliance be verified by the Health Department. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2111 A Permission granted to Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau, d/b/a Real Racine, and Ironman to use City right-of-way for Ironman Racine 70.3 Triathlon on July 18, 2010ResolutionPermission granted to Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau, d/b/a Real Racine, and Ironman to use City right-of-way for Ironman Racine 70.3 Triathlon on July 18, 2010 Resolved, that the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau, d/b/a Real Racine, and Ironman be granted permission to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets, as indicated, on their race map, for the Ironman Racine 70.3 Triathlon to be held on Sunday, July 18, 2010: Barker Street from Main Street to its terminus with Lake Michigan, Goold Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard, Augusta Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard, Wolff Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard, William Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard, Lombard Avenue from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard, Lakecrest Drive from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard; 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 theAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2112 A Permission for eight properties in Rubberville to be granted a non-precedential waiver until such time as the City deems necessary to reconstruct the streetsResolutionPermission for eight properties in Rubberville to be granted a non-precedential waiver until such time as the City deems necessary to reconstruct the streets Resolved, that the eight properties in Rubberville to remain where they have been historically are granted a non-precedential waiver until such time after the City deems necessary to reconstruct the streets within the public right-of-way to typical street width, normal sidewalks and panel areas between the sidewalks and curbs. Fiscal Note: No cost to the City of Racine for the implementation of these changes.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2113 A Permission granted to the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon GrantResolutionPermission granted to the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 SPA-NTOA Trijicon Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-025) to be utilized for five (5) gun sights and mounts for SWAT weapons. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2114 A Contract 50-09 (K9-051), Parks and Parking System Improvements Project (R1), O & M Excavation and Grading, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionContract 50-09 (K9-051), Parks and Parking System Improvements Project (R1), O & M Excavation and Grading, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done under Contract 50-09 (K9-051), Parks and Parking System Improvements Project (R1), by O & M Excavation and Grading, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorized. Fiscal Note: Funds should be delineated from the following accounts: 988.700.5020, Lincoln Parking Lot Asphalt, $12,163.90; 988.700.5030, Lockwood Parking Lot Asphalt, $158,394.50; 988.740.5020, Blacktop Paths through Zoo, $14,919.00; 106.989.5750, Land Improvements, Parking Lot Repairs, $15,519.70;107.000.5750, Golf Land Improvements-Johnson Parking Lot, $102,093.41; 207.000.5750,(2008) Cemetery Land Improvement-Roads and Walks 2008, $24,399.00; 207.000.5750,(2009) Cemetery Land Improvement-Roads and Walks 2008, $28,322.34; 989.690.5010, Lakeview Basketball Court, $19,055.40; 989.740.5010, Blacktop Paths through Zoo, $15,000.00; 786.000.5900, Lockwood Basketball Court, $17,911.65.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2115 A Approval of State of Wisconsin's acquisition for land from Douglas Park for sidewalk improvements as part of Douglas Avenue reconstructionResolutionApproval of State of Wisconsin's acquisition for land from Douglas Park for sidewalk improvements as part of Douglas Avenue reconstruction Resolved, that the acquisition of 7 square feet of land from Douglas Park for sidewalk improvements as part of the Douglas Avenue reconstruction be approved. Fiscal Note: To be determined.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2116 A Permission for Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a grant from DNR for Aquatic Invasive Species Removal, and Mayor and City Clerk enter into the grant agreementResolutionPermission for Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a grant from DNR for Aquatic Invasive Species Removal, and Mayor and City Clerk enter into the grant agreement Resolved, that the Director Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be authorized to accept a $3,000.00 grant from the DNR (City Grant Control #2010-011) for Aquatic Invasive Species Removal. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign the grant on behalf of the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: $3,000.00 grant received from DNR. The City will have approximately $1,000.00 in-kind per terms of the grant.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2117 A Approve entering into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Business Improvement District No. 1 to provide supervision and related services at Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain/Splash PResolutionApprove entering into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Business Improvement District No. 1 to provide supervision and related services at Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain/Splash Pad Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Business Improvement District No. 1 to provide supervision and related services of the Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain/Splash Pad. Fiscal Note: No fiscal impact on City budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2118 A Approval, with stipulations, for Milwaukee Wave to use North Beach and the North auxiliary parking lot of the beach for a Beach Soccer Match on August 7, 2010ResolutionApproval, with stipulations, for Milwaukee Wave to use North Beach and the North auxiliary parking lot of the beach for a Beach Soccer Match on August 7, 2010 Resolved, that the request be approved to allow the Milwaukee Wave to use North Beach and the North auxiliary parking lot of the beach for a Beach Soccer Match on August 7 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 Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department 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. In addition, there will be $318.00 in rental revenue.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-2119 A Permission to accept funding from State of Wisconsin DNR for beach monitoring and Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the grant agreementResolutionPermission to accept funding from State of Wisconsin DNR for beach monitoring and Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the grant agreement Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be authorized to accept funding in the amount of $7,948 from State of Wisconsin, Department of Natural Resources for beach monitoring (Grant Control No. 2010-026). Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $7,948 grant agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Department of Natural Resources (Grant Control No. 2010-026) to be utilized for beach monitoring. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.14-10 A Ord. 14-10 To amend Sec. 70-90(d) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services - Parks and Recreation Areas; Animals Prohibited.ResolutionOrd. 14-10 To amend Sec. 70-90(d) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services - Parks and Recreation Areas; Animals Prohibited. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 70-90(d) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end of the section: “(3) Root River and Lake Michigan Pathway, 10’ paved area only, in respective parks.” 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