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Meeting Name: Public Works and Services Committee Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 2/13/2007 5:30 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall, Room 301
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07-0076 A1.Dragon Boat Festival requestCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize various parks for the fourth annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, on July 13 and 14, 2007, for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment, to close city streets and parking lanes for a parade and race administration and to utilize the parking lot at the south end of Pershing Drive. Also, sponsoring organizations request permission to place posters on or about city streets and parks regarding this free event. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 2-14-07: that the request be approved. Fiscal note: $193.00 revenue to the City Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: That permission be granted upon the Rotary Club obtaining a Temporary Class "B" Retailer's License and contingent upon approval of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Service Board and the Department of Public Works. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (2-27-07): Permission be grantDeferred  Action details Not available
07-0107 A2.Redline Tavern Corp. requesting to close N.Wisconsin Street for Cruz in for the Cause.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Redline Tavern Corporation requesting to close North Wisconsin Street, between Hamilton and Hubbard, on August 18, 2007, for the 4th Annual "Cruz in for the Cause" benefit for the non-profit organization "SafeHaven of Racine". Recommendation: Permission be granted to Redline Tavern Corporation, 1200 N. Wisconsin Street, to close N. Wisconsin Street from Hamilton Street to Hubbard Street, on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., for the 4th annual “Cruz in for the Cause” benefit for Safehaven of Racine, 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 shRecommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0111 A3.The Racine Area Soap Box Derby requesting the closing of Hoffert Dr at North Beach. Dates in May, June and July of 2007CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Derby Director of the Racine Area Soap Box Derby requesting the closing of Hoffert Dr at North Beach on May 12-13, June 16-17 and September 8-9, 2007. Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Racine Area Soap Box Derby to use Hoffert Drive for rallies on Saturday and Sunday May 12-13, 2007, Saturday and Sunday, June 16-17, 2007 and Saturday and Sunday, September 8-9, 2007, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. The set up and dismantling of barricades, snow fencing and placement of waste barrels will be the responsibility of the Soap Box Derby Association and must be erected no sooner than 24 hours prior to the event and must be removed no later than 24 hours after the event; D. Any overtime costs and/or equipment and material loss will be charged to the Soap Box Derby Association; E. The sponsor shall notify all residents on Michigan Boulevard and residents in the 200 blocks of Kewaunee Street, St. Patrick Street, High Street and EngRecommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0132 A4.Use city right-of-way for St. Patrick's Day parade.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to use city right-of-way on Saturday, March 17, 2007, for a St. Patrick's Day Parade. Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street from State Street to 11th Street, on Saturday, March 17, 2007, for a St. Patrick's Day Parade, 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 $750.00 special event fee. 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 this event. FISCAL NOTE: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, in implementing this event.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0025 A5.Replace alley lights in 1300 block of Deane Boulevard.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kevin and Meghan Mielcarek, 1348 Deane Boulevard, requesting that the alley lights be replaced with higher wattage bulbs. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Recommended to be Received and Filed  Action details Not available
07-0128 A6.Banners on light poles for Racine Public Library.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine Public Library Board of Trustees wishing to place banners on city light poles commemorating the 75th anniversary of the very first preschool storytime in the nation which was presented by the Racine Public Library in 1932. Recommendation: In accordance to City policy, the Racine Public Library be granted permission to place banners on street light poles along Main Street and Sixth Street. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0110 A7.Bid results on Official Notice #1 for two dump trucks with snowplow and tailgate material spreaders.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #1 for two dump trucks with snowplow and tailgate material spreaders. Recommendation: The contract for two (2) dump trucks with snowplow and tailgate material spreaders be awarded to Lakeside International Trucks, Sturtevant, WI, at their bid price of $181,180.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 101.630.5780, Licensed Vehicles, Street Maintenance. Fiscal Note: Funding is available as herein delineated.Recommended For Award of Bid  Action details Not available
07-0112 A8.Bid Results on Official Notice No. 2. for three truck chassis.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #2 for three truck chassis for the Department of Public Works. Recommendation: The contract for three (3) truck chassis be awarded to Cumberland Servicenter, at their bid price of $366,048.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 101.400.5780, Licensed Vehicles, Solid Waste. Fiscal Note: Funding is available as herein delineated.Recommended For Award of Bid  Action details Not available
07-0131 A9.Bid Results for one street sweeper.CommunicationSubject: Communicaton from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results for one street sweeper. Recommendation: The contract for one (1) street sweeper be awarded to Bruce Municipal Equipment, at their bid price of $136,373.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 104.000.5790, Unlicensed Vehicles. Fiscal Note: Funding is available as herein delineated.Recommended For Award of Bid  Action details Not available
07-0124 A10.Reimbursement for sewer repairs at 2309 W. High Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Cornelius Gordon, 2309 West High Street, requesting reimbursement for repair work to a sewer lateral. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee: The communication be referred to the City Attorney. Recommendation of the City Attorney: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0154 A11.Ord.03-07CommunicationSubject: Ordinance No. 3-07 of February 6, 2007 to amend Secs. 18-693, 18-706(4) b. and c., repeal and recreate Secs. 18-706 (5), (6), and (7), amend Secs. 18-706 (9) and (11), and repeal Sec. 18-706 (13) c. of the Municipal Codes of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Building and Building Regulations - Property maintenance code. Recommendation: Ordinance No. 3-07 to amend Secs. 18-693, 18-706(4) b. and c., repeal and recreate Secs. 18-706 (5), (6), and (7), amend Secs. 18-706 (9) and (11), and repeal Sec. 18-706 (13) c. of the Municipal Codes of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Building and Building Regulations - Property maintenance code, be amended by changing 67 degrees F to 68 degrees F in Part 3 (6) Heating facilities, and that the ordinance, as amended, be adopted. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
06-2858 A12.Amend Sec. 94-145 of the Municipal Code relating to alternate street side parking and handicap parking.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District wishing to amend Sec. 94-145 of the Municipal Code relating to alternate street side parking and handicap parking. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Recommended to be Received and Filed  Action details Not available
07-0116 A13.Request for funding for EnAct.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Madison Environmental Group, Inc. for continued funding from the City of Racine for the Environmental EducationAction Program. Recommendation: The request of the Madison Environmental Group, Inc. for continued funding for the Environmental Education/Action Program be approved. Further recommend that funding in the amount of $2,500.00 be allocated from the Storm Water Utility Account 104.000.5350, Public Participation and Information, and that $1,500.00 be allocated from Recycling Account 289.000.5540, Advertising. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0134 A14.Modifications to the Storm Water Utility Credits and Rebates Manual.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting modifications to the Storm Water Utility Credits and Rebates Manual. Recommendation: The Stormwater Utility Manual, Section 4, Stormwater Utility Credits and Rebates Manual, be amended by modifying the review fee to allow a property owner who is submitting ten (10) or more properties for review for eligibility for a credit, to pay a lump sum of $2,000.00. Fiscal Note: This will have minimal impact upon the stormwater utility rate structure.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0166 A15.Update on the Ohio Street fron 16th Street to 21st Street reconstruction project.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting an update on the Ohio Street fron 16th Street to 21st Street reconstruction project. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Recommended to be Received and Filed  Action details Not available
07-0155 A16.Bid results on Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations-Phase I (R1).CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations-Phase I (R1). Recommendation: Contract 1-07 (K7-001), City Hall Renovations, Phase I (R1), be awarded to Seater Construction Co., Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $542,000.00, plus Alternate #1 in the amount of $4,906.00, for a total contract amount of $546,906.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 64,674.00 - Account 985.100.5010, City Hall Window Replacement $ 47,000.00 - Account 985.100.5020, City Hall HVAC Upgrade $435,232.00 - Account 986.100.5010, Facility Plan Implementation $546,906.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Award of Bid  Action details Not available
07-0156 A17.Bid results on Contract 8-07 (K7-008), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 8-07 (K7-008), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance. Recommendation: Contract 8-07 (K7-008), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance, be awarded to RAM Building Restoration & Waterproofing, Inc., Little Canada, MN, at their bid price of $125,546.00, plus Alternates #1 and #2 in the amount of $8,602.00, for a total contract amount of $134,148.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 106.987.5120, Ramp Improvements. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Award of Bid  Action details Not available
06-2955 A18.Final payment on Contract 36-06 (K6-038), Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 36-06 (K6-038), Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8, Lueck's, Inc., contractor. Recommendation: The work done by Lueck's, Inc., under Contract 36-06 (K6-038), Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $31,912.00, from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 06-7175, dated August 15, 2006.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0149 A19.Donation of parts from Johnson Controls, inc. for upgrading the inner city community centers.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to accept a donation of parts from Johnson Controls, Inc. for upgrading the inner city community centers. Recommendation: The offer of Potawatomi Bingo Casino to donate Metasys parts to aid in upgrading the Metasys system be accepted. Further recommends that the Mayor send a letter of gratitude acknowledging this donation. Fiscal Note: The estimated value of these parts is $43,633.00.Deferred  Action details Not available
07-0162 A20.2007 lease agreements for office space.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referrel. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting the 2007 lease agreements for office space. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into lease agreements for 2007 for rental of office space in the City Hall, City Hall Annex and Safety Building at the rental rates as submitted. Fiscal Note: Rental rates will increase in 2007 due to the 2006 Consumer Price Index increasing by 3.4%. These leases will generate a total annual revenue of approximately $160,000.00.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0148 A21.Proposal for hte preparation of Repair Specifications of the Roof Systems at Festival Hall.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for the preparation of Repair Specifications of the Roof Systems at Festival Hall. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., Brookfield, WI, for the preparation of repair specifications for the roof systems at Festival Hall at a not-to-exceed cost of $2,050.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 108.987.5030, Festival Hall - Repair Roof. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Acceptance as a Professional Services Agreement  Action details Not available
07-0159 A22.Amendment No. 2 to Contract 4-06 (K6-004), Design Services for City Hall Data Center, Harwood Engineering Consultants, consultant.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 2 to Contract 4-06 (K6-004), Design Services for City Hall Data Center, Harwood Engineering Consultants, consultant. Recommendation: Amendment No. 2 on Contract 4-06 (K6-004), Design Services for City Hall Data Center, Harwood Engineering Consultants, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $6,180.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.100.5030, City Hall - IS Computer Room HVAC. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0147 A23.Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-06 (K6-047), Upgrade Temperature and HVAC Controls at Community Centers, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-06 (K6-047), Upgrade Temperature and HVAC Controls at Community Centers, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor. Recommendation: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-06 (K6-047), Upgrade Temperature and HVAC Controls at Community Centers, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $13,659.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 3,198.00 - Account 987.650.5010, Humble Park Bldg Automation $10,461.00 - Account 987.660.5010, MLK Center Bldg Automation $13,659.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0163 A24.Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-06 (K6-012), Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Wanasek Corporation, contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-06 (K6-012), Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Wanasek Corporation, contractor. Recommendation: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-06 (K6-012), Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Wanasek Corporation, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $52,150.46. Further recommends that funding to defray to cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 970.012.5810, EDA Grant. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0157 A25.Change Order # 4, Contract 49-05 (K5-056), Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 4 on Contract 49-05 (K5-056), Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor. Recommendation: Change Order No. 4 on Contract 49-05 (K5-056), Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $33,412.53. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $11,310.74 - Account 104.986.5420, Storm Sewers, Various Locations $ 15.84 - Account 985.913.5090, Goold @ Michigan Slope Stabilization $ 4,593.89 - Account 986.908.5520, Sidewalke Replacement $ 8,700.23 - Account 986.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 8,791.83 - Account 930.021.5810, CMAQ - Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase II $33,412.53 Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0158 A26.Reduction in retainage on Contract 49-05 (K5-056) Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a request for reduction in retainage on Contract 49-05 (K5-056) Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor. Recommendation: The retainage on Contract 49-05 (K5-056) Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor, be reduced to the amount of $50,000.00. Fiscal Note: The amount of retainage is sufficient to cover the value of the remainder of the work on this project.Recommended For Approval  Action details Not available
07-0182 A27.Proposal from HNTB Corporation for State Street Bridge Sidewalk Repairs.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from HNTB Corporation for State Street Bridge Sidewalk Repairs. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with HNTB Corporation for professional engineering services for the replacement of the sidewalk at the State Street Lift Bridge at a price not-to-exceed $26,750.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 930.048.5810, State Street Bridge Repairs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Acceptance as a Professional Services Agreement  Action details Not available
07-0191 A28.Amendment No. 1 to Contract 12-06 (K6-013), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase I, ARC Architectural Group, LLC, consultant.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 12-06 (K6-013), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase I, ARC Architectural Group, LLC, consultant. Recommendation: Amendment No. 1 on Contract 12-06 (K6-013), Professional Services - City Hall Renovations, Phase I, ARC Architectural Group, LLC, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $10,080.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 986.100.5010, Facility Plan Implementation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Recommended For Acceptance as a Professional Services Agreement  Action details Not available