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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/20/2011 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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11-7207 A Apply for a $10,000 grant with the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for staff support for the Racine AfterZones initiative program. (Res. 12-2903)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting to apply for a $10,000 grant with the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for staff support for the Racine AfterZones initiative program. (Res. 12-2903) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-9-12: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator apply for a $10,000 grant with the Racine Community Foundation (Grant Control No. 11-040) to be utilized for staff support for the Racine AfterZones initiative program. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
11-7217 A Apply for a $25,000 Project Safe Neighborhood 2011 grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance. (Res. 12-2904)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting to apply for a $25,000 Project Safe Neighborhood 2011 grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance. (Res. 12-2904) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-9-12: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator apply for a $25,000 2012 Project Safe Neighborhood grant (Grant Control No. 2011-042) from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance to be utilized for the Community Re-entry Program. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
11-7214 A Accept a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Gaslight Ramp. (Res. 12-2901)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to accept a Focus on Energy Grant for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Gaslight Ramp. (Res. 12-2901) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-9-12: Permission be granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations accept a $1,529.72 Focus on Energy Grant (Grant Control No. 11-041) to be utilized for the installation of LED light fixtures at the Gaslight ramp. Fiscal Note: This $1,529.72 grant will fund future energy efficient LED light purchases. No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
11-7200 A Approval for three (3) existing awnings at 3316, 3320 and 3322 Washington Avenue. (Res. 12-2909)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Upper 90 Soccer shop, 3320 Washington Avenue, requesting approval for three (3) existing awnings at 3316, 3320 and 3322 Washington Avenue. (Res. 12-2909) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-10-12: The property owner of 3316, 3320 and 3322 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install stationary, projecting awnings, 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 $125.00 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
11-7201 A Communication from Geosyntec Consultants requesting to install groundwater monitoring wells in the Gaslight Drive public right-of-way and at the Gaslight Point Parking Ramp property. (Res. 12-2908)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Geosyntec Consultants requesting to install groundwater monitoring wells in the Gaslight Drive public right-of-way and at the Gaslight Point Parking Ramp property. (Res. 12-2908) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-10-12: Permission be granted to Geosyntec Consultants to install two (2) monitoring wells within the Gaslight Drive right-of-way north and east of Lake Avenue, provided that a permit is secured through the Engineering Department and an agreement executed in accordance with Sec. 66.0425, Wis. Stats., Privileges in Streets, and further provided that this construction will be performed so as not to create a hazard for pedestrian or vehicular traffic, and that any monitoring wells will be abandoned in accordance with Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 112 and NR 141.25. Further recommend that the property owner be required to become a member of Diggers Hotline for the length of time that the facilities are in the public right-of-way. Further recommends that the property owner provide the City Attorney’s office with Referred  Action details Not available
11-7205 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting a preliminary resolution for sewer & water lateral, curb & gutter and sidewalk public hearings in 2012 for construction in 2013. (Res. 12-2911)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting a preliminary resolution for sewer & water lateral, curb & gutter and sidewalk public hearings in 2012 for construction in 2013. (Res. 12-2911) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-10-12: The following list of streets, as submitted by the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering, be considered for construction of sewer and water laterals, curb and gutter and sidewalk for the 2013 construction season (2012 hearings) and that a preliminary resolution be introduced. Sewer and Water Lateral Cleveland Avenue from Durand Ave. to Pierce Blvd. English Street from N. Main St. to Chatham St. English Street from Chatham St. to Michigan Blvd. Indiana Street from Olive St. to the Dead End Spring Valley Drive from Spring St. to Harrington Dr. Curb and Gutter Emstan Hills Road from Duchess Dr. to Oakwood Dr. Indiana Street from Olive St. to the Dead End N. Wisconsin Street from Carlton Dr. to the Cul-de-sac (N) Victorian Drive from Emstan Hills Rd. Referred  Action details Not available
11-7178 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting authorization and payment of Change Order #1 for Contract 31-11 (K1-033) Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Upgrades (R1). (Res. 12-2905)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting authorization and payment of Change Order #1 for Contract 31-11 (K1-033) Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Upgrades (R1). (Res. 12-2905) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-9-12: That the authorization and payment of Change Order #1 for Contract 31-11 (K1-033) Sam Johnson Parkway Fountain Upgrades be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds of $24,205.00 are available from account 991-700-5030.Referred  Action details Not available
11-7179 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Water Technologies, Inc. to monitor construction and start-up of the mechanical systems related to the rehabilitatioCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Water Technologies, Inc. to monitor construction and start-up of the mechanical systems related to the rehabilitation of the Laurel Clark Fountain. (Res. 12-2906) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-9-12: That the request to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Water Technologies, Inc. to monitor construction and start-up of the mechanical systems related to the rehabilitation of the Laurel Clark Fountain be approved. Fiscal Note: An amount not to exceed $8,000 is available from account 930-082-5860.Referred  Action details Not available
11-7197 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting authorization of final payment for Contract 42-11 (K1-004) Boiler Replacement at Humble Park Community Center. (Res. 12-2907)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting authorization final payment for Contract 42-11 (K1-004) Boiler Replacement at Humble Park Community Center. (Res. 12-2907) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-9-12: That the of final payment for Contract 42-11 (K1-004) Boiler Replacement at Humble Park Community Center be approved. Fiscal Note: Final payment in the amount of $5468.38 is available from account 991-650-5010.Referred  Action details Not available
11-7216 A Subject: Communication from Baldwinder Singh, Max Magic Supermarket LLC, 1007 Washington Avenue, submitting a petition to exceed the "Class A" quota limit.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Baldwinder Singh, Max Magic Supermarket LLC, 1007 Washington Avenue, submitting a petition to exceed the "Class A" quota limit. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-9-12: That the petition from Baldwinder Singh, Max Magic Supermarket LLC, 1007 Washington Avenue, to exceed the "Class A" quota limit be denied based on a lack of available licenses and the case made by the applicant was not sufficient to meet the criteria for exceeding the quota. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
11-7206 A Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting the stop signs for the east and west traffic be removed at De Koven Avenue and Mead St.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting the stop signs for the east and west traffic be removed at De Koven Avenue and Mead St. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 01-16-12: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
11-7114 A claim of Dawn BalcerClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Dawn Balcer for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: The claim of Dawn Balcer, 3330 Southwood Dr., Racine 53406, claiming reimbursement in the amount of $182,553.75 for alleged injuries arising from an auto accident involving a DPW vehicle in the 1700 Block of Goold Street on March 12, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7140 A claim of Emily EvertonClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Emily Everton for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: The claim of Emily Everton, 2220 Loraine Ave., Racine 53404, claiming reimbursement in the amount of $250.00 for a door that was allegedly damaged by police officers during a "welfare check" response at her home on October 7, 2011, be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7167 A claim of Terri DuncanClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Terri Duncan for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: The claim of Terri Duncan, 615 S. Stuart Rd., Mt. Pleasant 53406, claiming reimbursement in the amount of $91,558.38 for alleged damages arising from a trip and fall in the grass parkway adjacent to 1931 Erie Street on July 2, 2009, be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7120 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept a donation from Wheaton Franciscan/All Saints for Paramedic Medical Direction (Res. 11-2869)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept a donation from Wheaton Franciscan/All Saints for Paramedic Medical Direction. (Res. 11-2869) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: Permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept a donation from Wheaton Franciscan/All Saints for Paramedic Medical Direction. Fiscal Note: The City will save approximately $12,000 annually.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7121 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to formally accept a donation from the SC Johnson Wax Foundation. (Res. 11-2870)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to formally accept a donation from the SC Johnson Wax Foundation. (Res. 11-2870) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: Permission be granted for the Fire Chief to formally accept a donation from the SC Johnson Wax Foundation for the Fire Department radio infrastructure upgrade program. Fiscal Note: The donation is for $100,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7127 A Positions budgeted in 2011 with benefits and wages/salaries totaled in excess of $100,000 be given to the Finance & Personnel Committee to consider if the position can be consolidated within other positions.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee requesting that positions budgeted in 2011 with benefits and wages/salaries totaled in excess of $100,000 be given to the Finance & Personnel Committee to consider if the position can be consolidated within other positions. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: To Receive and File the communication and direct the City Administrator to bring all future searches for department head positions to the Aldermen. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7152 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to enter into an amended contract agreement to accept funding in the amount of $301,177 from the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infant and Children ProgCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to enter into an amended contract agreement to accept funding in the amount of $301,177 from the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infant and Children Program. (Res. 11-2872) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: Permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to enter into an amended contract agreement to accept funding in the amount of $301,177 from the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infant and Children Program. (Grant Control #2010-046). Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7158 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept funds of $206,258 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs. (Res. 11-2873)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept funds of $206,258 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs. (Res. 11-2873) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract agreement and to accept funding in the amount of $206,258 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs. (Grant Control #2011-039). Fiscal Note: There is a soft match of $45,945 required of the City for Maternal Child Healthcare.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7189 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee to discuss the formal adoption of required resolutions associated with the issuance of GASB Statement No. 54-Fund Balance RCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee to discuss the formal adoption of required resolutions associated with the issuance of GASB Statement No. 54-Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type Definitions. (Res. 11-2875) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: Adopt required resolutions to comply with GASB Statement No. 54-Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type Definitions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7194 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator requesting that the City extend a contract offer to VenuWorks of Racine for the continued management of the Racine Civic Centre. (Res. 11-2868)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator requesting that the City extend a contract offer to VenuWorks of Racine for the continued management of the Racine Civic Centre. (Res. 11-2868) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: That the City enter into a three-year Management Agreement with VenuWorks, of Racine, LLC for the continued management, operation and marketing services of the Racine Civic Centre. Fiscal Note: The current management fee of $70,000 will continue in 2012 and will adjust annually thereafter by the Consumer Price Index. The agreement provides for one two-year extension at the City's discretion.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7195 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the City's investment policy. (Res. 11-2876)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Finance Director requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the City's investment policy. (Res. 11-2876) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: Adopt the Investment Policy. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7196 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Fire Chief requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract for six months. (Res. 11-2871)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Fire Chief requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract for six months. (Res. 11-2871) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract for six months. Fiscal Note: The contract is for approximately $53,000 which represents a 10% reduction from the State of Wisconsin due to their budgetary challenges.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7100 A St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church requesting permission to close the sidewalk in the 800-900 blocks of Carroll Street for the winter. (Res. 11-2877)CommunicationSubject: Communication from St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church requesting permission to close the sidewalk in the 800-900 blocks of Carroll Street for the winter. (Res. 11-2877) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commitee on 11-29-11: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commitee on 12-13-11: That St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church be granted permission to close the sidewalk on the south side of the 800 and 900 blocks of Carrol Street from December 1, 2011 to April 1, 2012 with the requirement that St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church holds the City of Racine harmless from any and all injuries caused by conditions of the sidewalk related to this closure. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in granting this permission.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7156 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting that all fees be waived for We Energies for the leased street light elimination project. (Res. 11-2880)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting that all fees be waived for WE Energies for the leased street light elimination project. (Res. 11-2880) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That permit fees be waived for the leased street light elimination project. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7157 A Final payment on Contract 49-11 (K1-054), Bus Storage Garage - Lighting Upgrades C.D.B.G., Robert Bohm Electric Co., Inc., contractor. (Res. 11-2884)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 49-11 (K1-054), Bus Storage Garage - Lighting Upgrades C.D.B.G., Robert Bohm Electric Co., Inc., contractor. (Res. 11-2884) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That the work done by Robert Bohm Electric Co., Inc. under Contract 49-11 (K1-054), BUS Storage Garage - Lighting Upgrades, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $54,100.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2739, dated September 20, 2011.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7166 A Discuss the accounting and summary of last February's two feet blizzard. (Res. 11-2874)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director and Commissioner of Public Works requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the accounting and summary of last February's two foot blizzard. (Res. 11-2874) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-12-11 and the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: Transfer the remaining $100,000 balance from account 101.990.5970, Contingency, to account 101.540.5620, Contracted Snow Removal. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7172 A Final payment on Contract 39-11 (K1-041), Professional Services - Facility Plan Study-Brine Making Facility/Recycling Transfer Center, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. 11-2886)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 39-11 (K1-041), Professional Services - Facility Plan Study-Brine Making Facility/Recycling Transfer Center, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. 11-2886) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 39-11 (K1-041), Professional Services - Facility Plan Study-Brine Making Facility/Recycling Transfer Center, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $83,900.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $58,100.00 - Account 990.913.5030, Recycling Transfer Station $25,800.00 - Account 289.991.5010, Recycling Transfer Buildings $83,900.00 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7173 A Amendment No. 2 to Contract 55-10 (K0-070), Professional Services - Design Stage Renovations at Memorial Hall, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz, consultant. (Res. 11-2885)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 2 to Contract 55-10 (K0-070), Professional Services - Design Stage Renovations at Memorial Hall, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz, consultant. (Res. 11-2885) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That Amendment No. 2 to Contract 55-10 (K0-070), Professional Services - Design Stage Renovations at Memorial Hall, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $9,850.00 Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 108.990.5530, Memorial Hall-Stage Upgrading.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7174 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-11 (K1-011), North Side Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc., contractor. (Res. 11-2881)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-11 (K1-011), North Side Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc., contractor. (Res. 11-2881) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-11 (K1-011), North Side Street Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Contractors, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $55,287.91. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 8,418.71 - Account 991.908.5010, Conc. Street Paving, Misc. Loc. $ 22,382.69 - Account 991.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Loc. $ 24,486.51 - Account 287.991.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Loc. $ 55,287.91 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7175 A Final payment on Contract 11-11 (K0-011), 2011 North Side Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc. , contractor. (Res. 11-2882)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 11-11 (K0-011), 2011 North Side Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc. , contractor. (Res. 11-2882) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That the work done by Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc. under Contract 11-11 (K1-011), North Side Street Paving (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $730,324.28. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2473, dated April 6, 2011.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7176 A Final payment on Contract 30-11 (K1-032), Festival Hall AC Replacement-Phase II, DMJ Services LLC, contractor. (Res. 11-2883)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 30-11 (K1-032), Festival Hall AC Replacement-Phase II, DMJ Services LLC, dba Action Heating, contractor. (Res. 11-2883) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That the work done by DMJ Services LLC, dba Action Heating & Cooling, under Contract 30-11 (K1-032), Festival Hall AC Replacement-Phase II, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $103,354.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2552, dated May 17, 2011.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7177 A Waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of a wheel loader vehicle. (Res. 11-2879)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of a wheel loader vehicle. (Res. 11-2879) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for the purchase of one Case 621E Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this equipment of $180,000.00 and funding is available in Account 101.630.5790, St. Maintenance Wheel Loader.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7191 A Extend the existing Building Complex Janitorial Contract with MJI, Inc. (Res. 11-2878)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to extend the existing Building Complex Janitorial Contract with MJI, Inc. (Res. 11-2878) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-11: That the agreement with MJI, Inc., Franksville, WI, for janitorial service for the building complex, which ends March 31, 2012, be approved for a one (1) year extension at the rate of $117,540.00. Fiscal Note: This contract was authorized by Resolution 08-1748, dated March 20, 2008 and will result in a $690.00 increase. Funding to defray that cost of these professional services is available in the following accounts; $ 106,800.00 - Account 404.000.5610, Building Complex, Prof. Serv. $ 10,740.00 - Account 401.000.5610, Equipment Garage, Prof. Serv. $ 117,540.00 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7141 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 08-11 (K1-008) Horlick Field Restrooms (R1), New Restrooms at Horlick Athletic Field. (Res. 11-2888)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 08-11 (K1-008) Horlick Field Restrooms (R1), New Restrooms at Horlick Athletic Field. (Res. 11-2888) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-12-11: That the final payment for Contract 08-11 (K1-008) Horlick Field Restrooms (R1), New Restrooms at Horlick Athletic Field be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available from account 991.700.5030 with a total cost for the project of $398,142.58.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7171 A Subject: Recommendation of Award, Official Notice #16 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. (Res. 11-2887)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Recommendation of Award, Official Notice #16 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. (Res. 11-2887) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-12-11: That the recommendation of Award, Official Notice #16 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department be approved as deliniated. Fiscal Note: $96,000 is available from account 101-300-5690 for 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7188 A Subject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 12-7-2011CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 12-7-2011 Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-12-11: That the Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 12-7-2011 be received and filed. Fiscal Note: This will generate $16,642.02 in Revenue.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7139 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting to officially revise the BUS fare structure for 2012 and provide an opportunity to receive public comments at a 4:30 P.M. Transit and Parking Commission meeting on DecCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting to officially revise the BUS fare structure for 2012 and provide an opportunity to receive public comments at a 4:30 P.M. Transit and Parking Commission meeting on December 7, 2011. (Res. 11-2889) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 12-7-11: Approve. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7163 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization for a temporary extension of the City of Racine's contractual arrangement with WI Coach Lines for the pass-through of WisDOT State Operating Assistance fCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization for a temporary extension of the City of Racine's contractual arrangement with WI Coach Lines for the pass-through of WisDOT State Operating Assistance for the Milwaukee-Racine-Kenosha Commuter bus service for up to three months (no later than April 1, 2012). (Res. 11-2890) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 12-7-11: Authorize the temporary extension of the City of Racine's "pass-through" of State of Wisconsin mass transit assistance for the Commuter Bus service linking Racine to Kenosha and Milwaukee. The extension shall last no longer than March 31, 2012 and no changes in fares or service levels will take place in the interim period while competitive bids are being sought for the service. Fiscal Note: N/A - involves State dollars only.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7164 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization to apply for 2012 State of Wisconsin Mass Transit operating assistance for both the Belle Urban System and "pass-through" funding for the Milwaukee-RacinCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization to apply for 2012 State of Wisconsin Mass Transit operating assistance for both the Belle Urban System and "pass-through" funding for the Milwaukee-Racine-Kenosha Commuter bus service. (Res. 11-2891) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 12-7-11: Authorize a combined 2012 State of Wisconsin transit assistance application for Belle Urban System and the SE Commuter bus connecting Racine with Kenosha and Milwaukee with Commuter Bus costs recorded as "purchased transportation". Fiscal Note: Should increase State and Federal funding.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7148 A CU 1530 Romayne Ave (Res. 11-2892)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a request from Kurt Jorgensen of Jorgensen General Contracting seeking an amendment to a conditional use permit for a contractor storage facility at 1530 Romayne Ave. (the rear portion of the lot also addressed as 2504 Douglas Avenue). (PC-11) (Res. 11-2892) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-14-11: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7149 A CU 2033 Lathrop AvenueConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a request from Ruban and Deliya Jackson seeking a conditional use permit for a church and activities facility at 2033 Lathrop Avenue. (PC-11) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-14-11: That the item be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReceived and FiledPass Action details Not available
11-7168 A Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to amend the zoning ordinance regarding the process for design and development review in the Access Corridor Overlay District. (Res. 11-2893)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to amend the zoning ordinance regarding the process for design and development review in the Access Corridor Overlay District. (Res. 11-2893) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-14-11: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7202 A Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Assistant Director of City Development to accept an Offer to Purchase 1620 Flett Avenue. (Res. 11-2894)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Assistant Director of City Development to accept an Offer to Purchase 1620 Flett Avenue. (Res. 11-2894) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on 12-15-11: That the request be approved contingent on the buyer accepting the period of affordability deed restriction. Further recommend that the Mayor, City Clerk, and Assistant Director of City Development be authorized to execute any necessary selling documents. Fiscal Note: The City will receive $86,900 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7203 A Subject: Request to amend the eligibility criteria for the REEP residential energy efficiency loan program by deleting the requirement that only homes constructed between 1946 and 1975 are eligible. (Res. 11-2895)CommunicationSubject: Request to amend the eligibility criteria for the REEP residential energy efficiency loan program by deleting the requirement that only homes constructed between 1946 and 1975 are eligible. (Res. 11-2895) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on 12-15-11: That the eligibility criteria for the Racine Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Program, as set forth in Resolution 09-1552, be amended as follows: That the phrase "constructed from 1946 through 1975" be deleted from criteria "b" so that the amended criteria reads, "b. Owner-occupied single family and duplex homes are eligible for participation in the program."Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7212 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Reappoint Peter Walquist 1421 13th Street Racine 53403 to the Uptown Business Improvement District Board for 3 year term expiring December 31, 2014 Reappoint Lou Larson 1426 Washington Ave Racine, 53403 to the Uptown Business Improvement District Board for 3 year term expiring December 31, 2014 Reappoint David Namowicz 1921 Charles St. Racine, 53402 to the Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District Board for 3 year term expiring December 31, 2014Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7014 A Request of the Alderman of the 9th District to Discuss Pershing Park Lights.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Alderman of the 9th District to Discuss Pershing Park Lights. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 11-14-11: Defer Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7015 A Direct Referral] Discussion of 2012 PRCS BudgetCommunicationSubject: [Direct Referral] Discussion of 2012 PRCS BudgetApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-7081 A Request to use Monument Square and city sidewalks for the "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 13-15, 2012. (Res. 11-2845)CommunicationRequest to use Monument Square and city sidewalks for the "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 13-15, 2012. (Res. 11-2845) Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on city sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 14, 2012 until they melt, with the following stipulations: A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements. B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements. C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's office. D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney's office. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2845 A Request to use Monument Square and city sidewalks for the "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 13-15, 2012.ResolutionUse of Monument Square and city sidewalks for the "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on city sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 14, 2012 until they melt, with the following stipulations: A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements. B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements. C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's office. D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney's office. E. That a $50.00 processing fee be paid. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2869 A Accept donation from Wheaton Franciscan/All Saints for Paramedic Medical Direction.ResolutionAccept donation from Wheaton Franciscan/All Saints for Paramedic Medical Direction. Resolved, that permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept a donation from Wheaton Franciscan/All Saints for Paramedic Medical Direction. Fiscal Note: The City will save approximately $12,000 annually.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2870 A Accept donation from the SC Johnson Wax Foundation.ResolutionAccept donation from the SC Johnson Wax Foundation. Resolved, that permission be granted for the Fire Chief to formally accept a donation from the SC Johnson Wax Foundation for the Fire Department radio infrastructure upgrade program. Fiscal Note: The donation is for $100,000.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2871 A Extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team ContractResolutionExtend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team Contract Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract for six months. Fiscal Note: The contract is for approximately $53,000 which represents a 10% reduction from the State of Wisconsin due to their budgetary challenges.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2872 A Amend contract agreement with Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infant and Children Program.ResolutionAmend contract agreement with Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infant and Children Program. Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to enter into an amended contract agreement to accept funding in the amount of $301,177 from the Division of Public Health, Department of Health Services for the Women, Infant and Children Program. (Grant Control #2010-046). Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2873 A Accept funds from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs.ResolutionAccept funds from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs. Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract agreement and to accept funding in the amount of $206,258 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs (Grant Control #2011-039). Fiscal Note: There is a soft match of $45,945 required of the City for Maternal Child Healthcare.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2874 A Summary of last February's two foot blizzard.ResolutionSummary of last February's two foot blizzard. Resolved, that the remaining $100,000 balance from account 101.990.5970, Contingency, be transferred to account 101.540.5620, Contracted Snow Removal. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2875 A Issuance of GASB Statement No. 54-Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type definitions.ResolutionIssuance of GASB Statement No. 54-Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type definitions. Resolved, that the required resolutions to comply with GASB Statement No. 54-Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type Definitions be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2876 A City's investment policy.ResolutionCity's investment policy. Resolved, that the Investment Policy be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2877 A Permission to close the sidewalk in the 800-900 blocks of Carroll Street for the winter.ResolutionPermission to close the sidewalk in the 800-900 blocks of Carroll Street for the winter. Resolved, that St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church be granted permission to close the sidewalk on the south side of the 800 and 900 blocks of Carrol Street from December 1, 2011 to April 1, 2012 with the requirement that St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church holds the City of Racine harmless from any and all injuries caused by conditions of the sidewalk related to this closure and pays the $50.00 processing fee. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in granting this permission.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2878 A Request to extend the existing Building Complex Janitorial Contract with MJI, Inc.ResolutionRequest to extend the existing Building Complex Janitorial Contract with MJI, Inc. Resolved, that the agreement with MJI, Inc., Franksville, WI, for janitorial service for the building complex, which ends March 31, 2012, be approved for a one (1) year extension at the rate of $117,540.00. Fiscal Note: This contract was authorized by Resolution 08-1748, dated March 20, 2008 and will result in a $690.00 increase. Funding to defray that cost of these professional services is available in the following accounts: $ 106,800.00 - Account 404.000.5610, Building Complex, Professional Services $ 10,740.00 - Account 401.000.5610, Equipment Garage,Professional Services $ 117,540.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2879 A Waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of a wheel loader vehicle.ResolutionWaive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of a wheel loader vehicle. Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for the purchase of one Case 621E Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this equipment of $180,000.00 and funding is available in Account 101.630.5790, St. Maintenance Wheel Loader.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2880 A Waive fees for WE Energies for the leased street light elimination project.ResolutionWaive fees for WE Energies for the leased street light elimination project. Resolved, that permit fees be waived for the leased street light elimination project.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2881 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-11 (K1-011), North Side Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc., contractor.ResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 11-11 (K1-011), North Side Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc., contractor. Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-11 (K1-011), North Side Street Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Contractors, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $55,287.91. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 8,418.71 - Account 991.908.5010, Conc. Street Paving, Misc. Loc. $ 22,382.69 - Account 991.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Loc. $ 24,486.51 - Account 287.991.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Loc. $ 55,287.91 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2882 A Final payment on Contract 11-11 (K0-011), 2011 North Side Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc., contractor.ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 11-11 (K0-011), 2011 North Side Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc., contractor. Resolved, that the work done by Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc. under Contract 11-11 (K1-011), North Side Street Paving (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $730,324.28. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2473, dated April 6, 2011.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2883 A Final payment on Contract 30-11 (K1-032), Festival Hall AC Replacement-Phase II, DMJ Services LLC, dba Action Heating, contractor.ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 30-11 (K1-032), Festival Hall AC Replacement-Phase II, DMJ Services LLC, dba Action Heating, contractor. Resolved, that the work done by DMJ Services LLC, dba Action Heating & Cooling, under Contract 30-11 (K1-032), Festival Hall AC Replacement-Phase II, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $103,354.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2552, dated May 17, 2011.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2884 A Final payment on Contract 49-11 (K1-054), Bus Storage Garage - Lighting Upgrades C.D.B.G., Robert Bohm Electric Co., Inc., contractor.ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 49-11 (K1-054), Bus Storage Garage - Lighting Upgrades C.D.B.G., Robert Bohm Electric Co., Inc., contractor. Resolved, that the work done by Robert Bohm Electric Co., Inc. under Contract 49-11 (K1-054), BUS Storage Garage - Lighting Upgrades, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of 54,100.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2739, dated September 20, 2011.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2885 A Amendment No. 2 to Contract 55-10 (K0-070), Professional Services - Design Stage Renovations at Memorial Hall, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz, consultant.ResolutionAmendment No. 2 to Contract 55-10 (K0-070), Professional Services - Design Stage Renovations at Memorial Hall, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz, consultant. Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 to Contract 55-10 (K0-070), Professional Services - Design Stage Renovations at Memorial Hall, Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $9,850.00 Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 108.990.5530, Memorial Hall - Stage Upgrading.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2886 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 39-11 (K1-041), Professional Services - Facility Plan Study - Brine Making Facility/Recycling Transfer Center, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant.ResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 39-11 (K1-041), Professional Services - Facility Plan Study - Brine Making Facility/Recycling Transfer Center, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant. Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 39-11 (K1-041), Professional Services - Facility Plan Study-Brine Making Facility/Recycling Transfer Center, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $83,900.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $58,100.00 - Account 990.913.5030, Recycling Transfer Station $25,800.00 - Account 289.991.5010, Recycling Transfer Buildings $83,900.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2887 A Official Notice #16 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department.ResolutionOfficial Notice #16 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. Resolved, that the recommendation of Award, Official Notice #16 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department be approved as delineated. Fiscal Note: $96,000 is available from account 101-300-5690 for 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2888 A Final payment for Contract 08-11 (K1-008) Horlick Field Restrooms (R1), New Restrooms at Horlick Athletic Field.ResolutionFinal payment for Contract 08-11 (K1-008) Horlick Field Restrooms (R1), New Restrooms at Horlick Athletic Field. Resolved, that the final payment for Contract 08-11 (K1-008) Horlick Field Restrooms (R1), New Restrooms at Horlick Athletic Field be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available from account 991.700.5030 with a total cost for the project of $398,142.58.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2889 A Revise the BUS fare structure for 2012ResolutionRevise the BUS fare structure for 2012 Resolved, that the revision of the BUS fare structure for 2012 and provision of an opportunity to receive public comments at a 4:30 p.m. Transit and Parking Commission meeting on December 7, 2011 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2890 A Temporary extension of the City of Racine's contractual arrangement with WI Coach Lines for the pass-through of WisDOT State Operating Assistance for the Milwaukee-Racine-Kenosha Commuter bus serviceResolutionTemporary extension of the City of Racine's contractual arrangement with WI Coach Lines for the pass-through of WisDOT State Operating Assistance for the Milwaukee-Racine-Kenosha Commuter bus service Resolved, that the temporary extension of the City of Racine's "pass-through" of State of Wisconsin mass transit assistance for the Commuter Bus service linking Racine to Kenosha and Milwaukee be approved. Further resolved, that the extension shall last no longer than March 31, 2012 and no changes in fares or service levels will take place in the interim period while competitive bids are being sought for the service. Fiscal Note: N/A - involves State dollars only.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2891 A Authorization to apply for 2012 State of Wisconsin Mass Transit operating assistance for both the Belle Urban System and "pass-through" funding for the Milwaukee-Racine-Kenosha Commuter bus service.ResolutionAuthorization to apply for 2012 State of Wisconsin Mass Transit operating assistance for both the Belle Urban System and "pass-through" funding for the Milwaukee-Racine-Kenosha Commuter bus service. Resolved, that a combined 2012 State of Wisconsin transit assistance application for Belle Urban System and the SE Commuter bus connecting Racine with Kenosha and Milwaukee with Commuter Bus costs recorded as "purchased transportation" be approved. Fiscal Note: Should increase State and Federal funding.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2892 A Amendment to a conditional use permit for a contractor storage facility at 1530 Romayne Ave. (the rear portion of the lot also addressed as 2504 Douglas Avenue). (PC-11).ResolutionAmendment to a conditional use permit for a contractor storage facility at 1530 Romayne Ave. (the rear portion of the lot also addressed as 2504 Douglas Avenue). (PC-11). Resolved, that the request from Kurt Jorgenson, of Jorgenson General Contracting, to utilize the pole barn at 1530 Romayne Avenue as indoor contractor storage be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on December 14, 2011, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That the hours which the site may operate are 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. c. That any requested signage for the business shall be applied for separately and reviewed in accordance with signage allowances for the I-1 District. d. That members of the Douglas Avenue Access Corridor shall be notified of the proposal and provide feedback to City staff for further possible requirements. e. That all trash shall be stored indoors at all times. If the applicant/owner desires to place a dumpster to collect the building waste, the location shall be rAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2893 A Amend the zoning ordinance regarding the process for design and development review in the Access Corridor Overlay District.ResolutionAmend the zoning ordinance regarding the process for design and development review in the Access Corridor Overlay District. Resolved, that an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2894 A Accept an Offer to Purchase 1620 Flett Avenue.ResolutionAccept an Offer to Purchase 1620 Flett Avenue. Resolved, that the request be approved contingent on the buyer accepting the period of affordability deed restriction. Further resolved, that the Mayor, City Clerk, and Assistant Director of City Development be authorized to execute any necessary selling documents. Fiscal Note: The City will receive $86,900 in proceeds, minus commissions and closing costs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2895 A Amend the eligibility criteria for the REEP residential energy efficiency loan program by deleting the requirement that only homes constructed between 1946 and 1975 are eligible.ResolutionAmend the eligibility criteria for the REEP residential energy efficiency loan program by deleting the requirement that only homes constructed between 1946 and 1975 are eligible. Resolved, that the eligibility criteria for the Racine Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Program, as set forth in Resolution 09-1552, be amended as follows: That the phrase "constructed from 1946 through 1975" be deleted from criteria "b" so that the amended criteria reads, "b. Owner-occupied single family and duplex homes are eligible for participation in the program." Fiscal note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2896 A Permission to use city right-of-way on Friday, June 8, 2012 through 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 9, 2012.ResolutionPermission to use city right-of-way on Friday, June 8, 2012 through 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 9, 2012. Resolved, that the request from the Race Director of the Ragnar relay Chicago 2012 race for permission to use city right-of-way on Friday, June 8th, through 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 9, 2012, be approved. Fiscal Note: Any overtime costs incurred by any City Department assisting with this project will be charged to the sponsor.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2897 A Thirty-six municipal wards for the City of Racine be created as shown on the Final Ward Plan,ResolutionFurther resolved, that thirty-six municipal wards for the City of Racine be created as shown on the Final Ward Plan, attached hereto as Exhibit One, said Exhibit is on file in the City Clerk’s office; Further resolved, that the polling place for each ward is hereby designated as shown on the City of Racine Polling Place List, attached hereto as Exhibit One; Further resolved, that a copy of the resolution adopting these recommendations and attachments be transmitted to the Racine County Clerk within five days of adoption. EXHIBIT ONE CITY OF RACINE POLLING PLACES WARD 1 FESTIVAL PARK HALL, 5 FIFTH STREET WARD 2 FESTIVAL PARK HALL, 5 FIFTH STREET WARD 3 DR. JOHN BRYANT CENTER, 601 21ST STREET WARD 4 DR. JOHN BRYANT CENTER, 601 21ST STREET WARD 5 TYLER DOMER, 2301 12TH STREET WARD 6 TYLER DOMER, 2301 12TH STREET WARD 7 TYLER DOMER, 2301 12TH STREET WARD 8 DR. M.L. KING JR. COMMUNITY CENTER, 1134 ML KING DRIVE WARD 9 EMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 725 HIGH STREET WARD 10 LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY CENTER, 201 GOOLD STREET WARD 11 CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY CENTER, 2221 DOUGLAS AVENUE WAAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2868 A Extend contract with VenuWorks of Racine for Management of the Racine Civic Centre.ResolutionExtend contract with VenuWorks of Racine for Management of the Racine Civic Centre. Resolved, that the City enter into a three-year Management Agreement with VenuWorks, of Racine, LLC for the continued management, operation and marketing services of the Racine Civic Centre. Fiscal Note: The current management fee of $70,000 will continue in 2012 and will adjust annually thereafter by the Consumer Price Index. The agreement provides for one two-year extension at the City's discretion.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.13-11 A Ord. 13-11 To amend Chapter 38 - Emergency Services - Article II - Police, Fire & Medical Alarm Systems, by creating Secs. 38-20 through 38-25, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.OrdinanceOrd. 13-11 To amend Chapter 38 - Emergency Services - Article II - Police, Fire & Medical Alarm Systems, by creating Secs. 38-20 through 38-25, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Section 38-20 is created to read as follows: “Sec. 38-20 - Ambulance and Fire Department Services The City of Racine Fire Department provides numerous emergency services to the Citizens of Racine and surrounding communities through Emergency Services contracts for service. Services provided include, but are not limited to, fire suppression activities, Emergency Medical Services, Level A & B Hazardous Materials Response, Confined Space Rescue, Collapse Rescue, Trench Rescue, Water Rescue and Recovery, High & Low Angle rescue and Fire Prevention Inspections. (1) Events requiring initiation of an Emergency Medical Service bill for services provided are: a) Basic life support call for assistance. b) Advance life support call for assistance involving the need for skill levels above that of an EmeReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.14-11 A ORDINANCE NO. 14-11 To repeal and recreate Article II., Division 2, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Common Council - Aldermanic District Boundaries.OrdinanceORDINANCE NO. 14-11 To repeal and recreate Article II., Division 2, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Common Council - Aldermanic District Boundaries. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Article II. Division 2. of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows: “DIVISION 2. ALDERMANIC DISTRICT BOUNDARIES. Sec. 2-36. Redistricting. Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 62.08, the boundaries of the aldermanic districts of the city shall be redistricted effective January 1, 2012, in accordance with the district designations set out in this division. Sec. 2-37. Aldermanic district no. 1. Aldermanic district no. 1 shall be comprised of municipal ward nos. 1 and 2. (1) The first municipal ward shall contain all of the territory included within the following description: Begin at the Root River and the Lake Michigan shoreline; run thence southerly along the Lake Michigan shoreline to 12th Street extended; run thence west to the bottom of a cliff; run thenceReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.15-11 A ORDINANCE NO. 15-11 To repeal Section 114-638, Land Uses, and 114-638.5, Applicability, and recreate as Sec. 114-638 Applicability of the Racine Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. To repeal Sec. 114-639, Development Review Committee, aOrdinanceORDINANCE NO. 15-11 To repeal Section 114-638, Land Uses, and 114-638.5, Applicability, and recreate as Sec. 114-638 Applicability of the Racine Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. To repeal Sec. 114-639, Development Review Committee, and recreate as Sec. 114-639 Development and Design Review of the Racine Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 114-638, Applicability, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows: “Sec. 114-638. Applicability (a) Design guidelines contained in this division shall apply to all facilities such as, but not limited to, office, commercial, residential facilities containing five or more living units, lodging, museum, theater, governmental, parking and utility facilities, excepting that maintenance and repair activities that do not alter the property’s exterior design features are exempt from the requirements of this division. Planned developments as defined in article III, division 3, of this chapter sReferred  Action details Not available
11-7213 A List of Election Officials to be appointed for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2012 and ending December 31, 2013.CommunicationSubject:Pursuant to Sections 6.875(4) and 7.30(4) of the State Statutes, I (Clerk of the City of Racine) am submitting for your confirmation the list of Election Officials to be appointed for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2012 and ending December 31, 2013.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available