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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 7/7/2015 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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15-00573 A claim of Barbara Jo WeberClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Barbara Jo Weber for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07/13/2015: The claim of Barbara Jo Weber be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00587 A Communication Sole Source Crypt Repairs Request (RES. No.15-0287)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to waive formal bidding requirements and instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with Mork Mausoleum Construction, Inc., for phases 1, 2 & 3 of Mound & Graceland Cemetery crypt repairs. (RES. No.15-0287) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07/13/2015: That formal bidding be waived for a sole-source procurement with Mork Mausoleum Construction, Inc., for phases 1, 2 & 3 of Mound & Graceland Cemetery crypt repairs. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00603 B Racine Zoo Request to be Exempt from Tent Permitting (RES. No.15-0291)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Executive Director of the Racine Zoo requesting to be exempt from tent permitting for Zoo events. (RES. No.15-0291) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commitee on 07-14-15: That the Racine Zoo be exempt from tent permitting for Zoo events. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00600 A The following renewal application for a "CLASS B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2015-2016. HILLSIDE LANES, INC . 1400 THIRTEENTH STREET RICHARD WONDERS, AGENTCommunicationSubject: The following renewal application for a "CLASS B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2015-2016. HILLSIDE LANES, INC. 1400 THIRTEENTH STREET RICHARD WONDERS, AGENT Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee 07/14/2015: That the renewal application for a "CLASS B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2015-2016 listed be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00604 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for GZK Enterprise LLC dba Porcaro Indian, located at 522 6th Street, Randall Treu, Agent. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for GZK Enterprise LLC dba Porcaro Indian, located at 522 6th Street, Randall Treu, Agent. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee 07/14/2015: That the application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for GZK Enterprise LLC dba Porcaro Indian, located at 522 6th Street, Randall Treu, Agent, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00605 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for The Faccia Bella Club LLC dba The Faccia Bella Club, located at 3422 Douglas Avenue, Samantha Hobbs, Agent. (7th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for The Faccia Bella Club LLC dba The Faccia Bella Club, located at 3422 Douglas Avenue, Samantha Hobbs, Agent. (7th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee 07/14/2015: That the application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for The Faccia Bella Club LLC dba The Faccia Bella Club, located at 3422 Douglas Avenue, Samantha Hobbs, Agent, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00508 A Acceptance of a Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant for the Machinery Row (Res. No. 15-0265)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant for the Machinery Row stormwater/green infrastructure (hard costs) implementation. (Res. No. 15-0265) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 6-1-15: That the Mayor, City Clerk, Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority or their designee or authorized agent act on the behalf of the City and accept a $75,000 grant from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program to aid in the installation of stormwater/green infrastructure for the Machinery Row area, sign all documents, and take all necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-22-15: That the Mayor, City Clerk, Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority or their designee or authorized agent act on the behalf of the City and accept a $75,000 grant from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program to aid in the installation of stormwater/green infrastructure for the Machinery Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00519 B Racine Dominican Mission fund grant #00025 (Res. No. 15-0262)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept $7,000 in grant funds from the Racine Dominican Mission Fund for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center performing arts program. (Grant Control No. 00025) (Res. No. 15-0262) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Commitee on 6-22-15: That permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept $7,000 in grant funds from the Racine Dominican Mission Fund for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center performing arts program. (Grant Control No. 00025) Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00520 A Racine Community Foundation donation for Lockwood Park (Res. No. 15-0263)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Director of Parks Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept $35,102 donation from the Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood Park. (Res. No. 15-0263) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-22-15:That permission be granted to the Director of Parks Recreation & Cultural Services to accept $35,102 donation from the Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood Park. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00525 A Accept Donations for Bryant Center Permforming Arts Program (Res. No. 15-0264)CommunicationSubject:Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations totaling $1,355.00 from various contributors to purchase drill team and pom pom uniforms for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. (Res. No. 15-0264) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-22-15: That permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept donations totaling $1,355.00 from various contributors to purchase drill team and pom pom uniforms for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00533 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to waive formal bidding to acquire a new Ford/Horton Medical Response Unit from Foster Coach of Sterling, Illinois. (Res. No. 15-0260)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to waive formal bidding to acquire a new Ford/Horton Medical Response Unit from Foster Coach of Sterling, Illinois. (Res. No. 15-0260) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-22-15: That formal bidding be waived for a new Ford/Horton Medical Response Unit from Foster Coach of Sterling, Illinois. Fiscal Note: $160,000 is budgeted and budgetary estimate is $150,000Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00541 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Chief Arthel Howell and officers Tredo, Rasmussen, plus unnamed others in the lawsuit, Kenya L. White v City of Racine, et al, US District Court Eastern DistrictClaimSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Chief Arthel Howell and officers Tredo, Rasmussen, plus unnamed others in the lawsuit, Kenya L. White v City of Racine, et al, US District Court Eastern District Case No. 14-CV-1122. (Res. No. 15-0267) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-22-15: Permission be granted to the City Attorney to represent Chief Arthel Howell and officers Tredo, Rasmussen, plus unnamed others in the lawsuit, Kenya L. White v City of Racine, et al, US District Court Eastern District Case No. 14-CV-1122. Fiscal Note: None at this timeAdoptedPass Action details Not available
15-00568 A WHS $4000 Grant Acceptance request (Res. No. 15-0266)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from the Assistant Director of City Development to accept additional funds from the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) to supplement a previously authorized acceptance of a WHS sub-grant for the Manree Park Reconnaissance Survey and Photographic Inventory. (Res. No. 15-0266) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-22-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk enter into an amendment to an existing agreement with the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) through the Certified Local Government Subgrant program to accept $4,000.00 in additional grant funds to enter into a consultant agreement to undertake the research, preparation, submittal and presentation of a historic district nomination to the WHS and the National Register of Historic Places for the proposed Orchard Street National Register Historic District. (Grant Control No. 2013-33) Fiscal Note: There is no local match required for this grant. In addition to the previously accepted $19,000.00 grant, WHS is offering supplemental funds in the amount of $4,000.00 to fund the preparatiApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00579 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to waive formal bidding to sole source radio firmware upgrades from Motorola/Baycom. (Res. No. 15-0261)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to waive formal bidding to sole source radio firmware upgrades from Motorola/Baycom. (Res. No. 15-0261) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That formal bidding be waived for radio firmware upgrades from Motorola/Baycom. Fiscal Note: Upgrade cost is $63,000 and 90% of the cost is covered by the the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) with a local match of 10% which is available within the current fire department budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00487 A Jacato Drive Name Change (Res. No 15-0251)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Charles Clarke of Kinzie Realty Corporation requesting that the name of Jacato Drive be changed. (Res. No 15-0251) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-27-15: That the request be approved. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-09-15: That the request to change the name of Jacato Drive to Anthony Lane be approved. Further recommends the City cover the costs for the fabrication and installation of four street name signs, recording an amendment to the appropriate subdivision plat with the County, updating of various City databases, and informing outside entities of the street name change in the not-to-exceed amount of $500.00. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: That the request to change the name of Jacato Drive to Anthony Lane be approved and Resolution 15-0251 be adopted. Further recommends the City cover the costs for the fabrication and installation of four street name signs, recording an amendment to the appropriate subdivision plat with the County, Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00522 A Communication from Donald Bostick requesting permission to place a sign over City right-of-way at 1642-44 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0268)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Donald Bostick requesting permission to replace an existing sign over City right-of-way at 1642-44 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0268) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: The property owner at 1642-44 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install a stationary projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $150.00 processing fee paid, in accordance with the 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. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00523 A Three-Party Design Engineering Services Agreement between the City of Racine, State of Wisconsin and Graef for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge Project. (Res. No. 15-0271)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a Three-Party Design Engineering Services Agreement between the City of Racine, State of Wisconsin and Graef-USA, Inc., for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge Project. (Res. No. 15-0271) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a three-party agreement with the City of Racine, WisDOT and Graef-USA, Inc. for design engineering services for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge Project, in the not-to-exceed amount of $89,959.56. The City share is $17,991.91 (20%) and the State share is $71,967.65 (80%). Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 45040-57540, Memorial Drive Bridge.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00532 A Amendment No. 5 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Golf Avenue to Memorial Drive. (Res. No. 15-0272)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 5 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Golf Avenue to Memorial Drive. (Res. No. 15-0272) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: That Amendment No. 5 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Golf Avenue to Memorial Drive, as submitted, be approved. The total cost of Amendment No. 5 is $5,997.10 and the total revised contract amount is $1,159,504.53. The City share is $1,499.27 (25%) and the State share is $4,497.83 (75%). Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving, Northwestern-Memorial to Golf.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00544 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a proposal to establish a special revenue fund for Pedestrian Facilities Maintenance. (Res No. 15-0381)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a proposal to establish a special revenue fund for Pedestrian Facilities Maintenance. (Res No. 15-0381) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: Recommend this item be referred to the Committee of the Whole. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 08-18-2015: the Item be Deferred. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-01-2015: the Item be Deferred. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-23-2015: That a comprehensive Pedestrian Facilities Management Program be established, to include the maintenance of sidewalks in the right-of-way, sidewalks in city parks and on levy supported City properties, curb ramps, and the City’s Pathway System, funded through an annual fee charged to all non-municipal property owners, per authority granted by §66.0907(6) and §66.028(2) of Wisconsin State Statutes. This program shall replace the current system of maintaining or replacing sidewalks in the right-of-way via Repair Orders issued to abutting property ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00564 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authorization to temporarily reduce the speed limit on Northwestern Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authorization to temporarily reduce the speed limit on Northwestern Avenue. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: Approve the temporary reduction of the speed limit to 20 mph on Northwestern Avenue from Spring Street to W. High Street. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00572 A Bid results for Contract 36-15 (K5-036) 20150036, Retaining Wall - Riverside & Roe Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Bid results for Contract 36-15 (K5-036) 20150036, Retaining Wall - Riverside & Roe Avenue. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: That the bids for Contract 36-15 (K5-036) 20150036, Retaining Wall - Riverside & Roe Avenue, be rejected. This contract will be re-bid at a later date. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-0584 A Resolution 15-0255, created June 16, 2015, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on: Bituminous Concrete Paving Pine Ridge Lane - Dead End to Chicory Road Pine Ridge Circle - Pine Ridge Lane (S) to Pine Ridge Lane (N)CommunicationSubject: Resolution 15-0255, created June 16, 2015, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on: Bituminous Concrete Paving Pine Ridge Lane - Dead End to Chicory Road Pine Ridge Circle - Pine Ridge Lane (S) to Pine Ridge Lane (N) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: That Resolution 15-0255, of June 16, 2015, be approved and adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00585 A Waive formal bidding procedures for the replacement of the VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) to the Metasys system at the Safety Building. (Res. No. 15-0270)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the replacement of the VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) to the Metasys system at the Safety Building, Contract 20150044, Safety Building-VFD & Metasys Control Upgrade, Johnson Controls, contractor. (Res. No. 15-0270) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: The request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Johnson Controls for the replacement of the VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) to the Metasys Control System at the Safety Building. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these services is available in Org-Object 45040-57210, Safety Building-Replace VFD.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00586 A Barbara McCloskey (4107 Graceland Blvd.), requesting permission to rebuild a garage over existing sewer and water lines.(Res. No. 15-0269)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Barbara McCloskey (4107 Graceland Blvd.), requesting permission to rebuild a garage over existing sewer and water lines. (Res. No. 15-0269) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: The City Attorney draft an agreement allowing the construction of the garage in the existing easement with the property owners' acknowledgement that the City has the right to exercise the conditions of its easement to maintain its utilities including the demolition of said garage at the owners' expense. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00588 A Proposal from Ayres Associates for Contract 20150046, PS-Repair and Design of the Washington Avenue Bridge. (Res. No. 15-0273)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal from Ayres Associates for Contract 20150046, PS-Design of the Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement. (Res. No. 15-0273) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates, on Contract 20150046, PS-Design of the Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $6,400. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 14007-52100, Brdg-Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00599 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20150020, PS - 2015 Pavement Inspection & Planning, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 15-0274)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20150020, PS - 2015 Pavement Inspection & Planning, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 15-0274) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-30-15: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20150020, PS - 2015 Pavement Inspection & Planning, as submitted, be approved. The total cost of Amendment No. 1 is $6,942.50 and the total revised contract amount is $90,842.50. Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 14002-52100, Professional Services, Engineer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00513 A Communication from the Racine County Executive Safety Committee requesting permission to place a crosswalk yield sign on the 700 block of Wisconsin Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0275)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Racine County Executive Safety Committee requesting permission to place a crosswalk yield sign on the 700 block of Wisconsin Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0275) Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 06-15-15: Recommends that the request to place a crosswalk yield sign on the 700 block of Wisconsin Avenue be approved. Further recommends that Racine County be permitted to place the sign from 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. on business days, subject to the following conditions: 1. Racine County is responsible for procuring the movable "yield-to-pedestrian within crosswalk" sign and maintaining it. 2. The sign meets all the requirements of the latest edition of the FHWA (Federal Highway Association) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). 3. The sign is placed on the centerline of the roadway on Wisconsin Avenue, in the painted crosswalk mid-block between Seventh Street and Eighth Street, as to not obstruct vehicular traffic. 4. The sign will be removed by Racine County during snow & ice operations, and as directed by the Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00531 A Communication from the Evangelical United Methodist Church (212 11th St.) requesting temporary "No Parking" signs be installed on the north side of 11th Street, between S. Main Street and Wisconsin Avenue on August, 2, 2015 between 7:30 A.M. and 1:00 P.M.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Evangelical United Methodist Church (212 11th St.) requesting temporary "No Parking" signs be installed on the north side of 11th Street, between S. Main Street and Wisconsin Avenue on August, 2, 2015 between 7:30 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 06-15-15: Recommends that the request to use Temporary No Parking signs on the north side of 11th Street between Wisconsin Avenue and S. Main Street on August 2, 2015 between 7:30 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00536 A Communication from Amanda Lawrence requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs and requesting parking restrictions in conjunction with the Starving Artist Outdoor Fair, on Sunday, August 2, 2015.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Amanda Lawrence requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs and requesting parking restrictions in conjunction with the Starving Artist Outdoor Fair, on Sunday, August 2, 2015. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 06-15-15: Recommends that the request to use Temporary No Parking signs on the east side of S. Main Street between 10th and 11th Streets on August 2, 2015 between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. be granted. Further recommends that the request to waive the "No Parking Any Time" restriction on 10th and 11th Streets before 9:00 A.M. and from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. on August 2, 2015, in connection with the Starving Artists Outdoor Art Fair, be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00537 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works regarding the introduction of the new Transit and Parking System Manager.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works regarding the introduction of the new Transit and Parking System Manager, Michael J. Maierle. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 06-17-15: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00563 A Submittal of the Transit and Parking System Manager's Report.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Submittal of the Transit and Parking System Manager's Report. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 06-17-15: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00574 A CUP Extension 918 West Blvd (Res. No. 15-0277)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Jai Shree Swaminarayan for an extension of a conditional use approval for Port of Call Liquors, 918 West Boulevard. (Res. No. 15-0277) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-24-15: That the request be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00575 A CU 3131 Taylor Avenue (Res. No. 15-0281)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Desiree Veasey for a conditional use permit to operate a daycare center at 3131 Taylor Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0281) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-24-15: That the request be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00577 A CU 5900 Durand Avenue (Res. No. 15-0282)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by David Israel, of Penny Racine LLC, for a major amendment to the Regency Mall conditional use to modify the former JC Penney Department store into three (3) separate retail tenant spaces at 5900 Durand Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0282) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-24-15: That the request be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00578 A CU 1824 Charles Street (Res. No. 15-0280)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Joanne and Jeff Raffini for a conditional use permit for a contractor's storage facility at 1824 Charles Street. (Res. No. 15-0280) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-24-15: That the request be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00580 A Restoration Plan for RR Watershed (Res. No. 15-0278)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Adoption of the document titled "A Restoration Plan for the Root River Watershed" as a guide to planning and development efforts. (PC-15) (Res. No. 15-0278) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-24-15: That the document titled "A Restoration Plan for the Root River Watershed" be adopted as a resource to guide planning and development efforts within the city of Racine and that the model resolution be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00581 A Supplemental Information RR Watershed (Res. No. 15-0279)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Adoption of the document titled "Supplemental Information Developed for the Root River Watershed Restoration Plan" as a guide to planning and development efforts. (Res. No. 15-0279) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-24-15: That the document titled "Supplemental Information for the Root River Watershed Restoration Plan" be adopted as a resource to guide planning and development efforts within the city of Racine. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00595 A Ord. 07-15 Comp Plan Amendment CVS (Res. No. 15-0276)CommunicationSubject: (Ord. 07-15) An ordinance adopting an amendment to a document titled "A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035" for the properties located at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218, 1222 Virginia Street City of Racine, Wisconsin. (Res. No. 15-0276) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-24-15: That the recommendation of denial of the Plan Commission on April 8, 2015 be reversed, and Further, that an amendment to the 2035 Comprehensive Land Use Plan designation for properties at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218 & 1222 Virginia Street from Medium Density Residential to Commercial be approved as based on the Commissions criteria and the Commission's findings are as follows: 1. The proposed amendment is consistent with goals, objectives, and policies of the plan. 2. The proposed amendment will not lead to detrimental environmental effects. 3. The proposed amendment is compatible with surrounding uses. 4. The existing local City (County) facilities and services are adequate to serve the type of development associated with the amendment. 5. The proposed amenApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00565 A Main Gallery Extension Request (Res. No. 15-0283)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services for an extension for time of its grant for the Main Gallery program. (Res. No. 15-0283) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-18-15: That the request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to extend its grant agreement for the Main Gallery Program be approved and the end of the grant agreement be extended to September 30, 2015; and That the request to amend its budget for the Main Gallery Program be approved. Further that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an amended grant agreement consistent with the revised budget. Fiscal Note: The amendment changes line items and extends the time of performance with no change to the total amount of the grant, $20,000.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00566 A Dr. MLK Jr. Center GED/HSED Program Grant Extension (Res. No. 15-0284)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services for an extension for time of its grant for the Dr. M.L. King Jr. Center GED/HSED program. (Res. No. 15-0284) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-18-15: That request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department be approved and its grant agreement for the Dr. M.L. King Jr. Center GED/HSED program be extended to September 30, 2015; and That the request to amend its budget for the Dr. M.L. King Jr. Center GED/HSED program be approved. Further that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an amended grant agreement consistent with the revised budget. Fiscal Note: The amendment changes line items and extends the time of performance with no change to the total amount of the grant, $20,000.00Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00567 A 2015 CDBG and ESG Applications Review (Res. No. 15-0285)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Review of applications for 2015 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding. (Res. No. 15-0285) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-18-15: That the recommended allocation, as amended, of the 2015 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) be approved; and, that the appropriate city officials be authorized and directed to execute and submit to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development the documents required to secure the grants; and that the appropriate city officials be authorized to execute third-party contracts with the agencies approved for the use of the funds. Fiscal Note: The recommended allocations are attachments to this item. This action allocates $2,135,225 in Community Development Block Grant funds including administrative expenses, and $152,315 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds, including administrative expenses.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00598 A  CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Reappoint David Younk 5209 Kinzie Ave. Racine, 53405 to the Sex Offender Residency Appeal Board for a 3 year term, expiring on July 1, 2018 Appoint Brian Dimmer 1105 Walton Ave. Racine, 53402 to the Sex Offender Residency Appeal Board filling the current vacancy, expiring on July 1, 2017 Reappoint Richard Hynek 813 Virginia St. Racine, 53405 to the Board of Harbor Commissioners for a 3 year term, expiring June 1, 2018 Appoint Daniel R. Strommen 120 Westminster Sq. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Harbor Commissioners for a 3 year term, expiring June 1, 2018 Appoint Brian O'Connell 628 Romayne Ave. Racine, 53402 to the Library Board as the RUSD representative for a 1 year term, exipiring June 1, 2016 Reappoint Carole Johnson 1742 College Ave. Racine, 53402 to the Library Board for a 3 year term, expiring June 1, 2018Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00552 A Refinancing Opportunity - 2007 Bond IssueCommunicationSubject: Communication from the General Manager Presenting a Refinancing Opportunity for a 2007 Bond Issue - Brad Viegut from R. W. Baird Invited to the Meeting Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission on 6/30/15: To approve Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Commitee on 7-27-15: To approve the refinancing for a 2007 Bond Issue for the Water Department Fiscal Note: Refinancing of this bond issue has the potential of saving $110,000.00 per year over the remaining life of the loanReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00582 B Hwy V WM Extension Agrmt. (RES. No.15-0286)CommunicationSubject: Highway V Water Main Extension Agreement (RES. No.15-0286) Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission on 6/30/15: To approve Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/13/2015: That the Highway V Water Main Extension Agreement be approved Fiscal Note: Any financial obligations will be borne by the Waterworks CommissionReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0260 B Ford/Horton Medical Response UnitResolutionFord/Horton Medical Response Unit Resolved, that the request of the Fire Chief for formal bidding to be waived is approved and the Purchasing Agent is authorized to purchase a new Ford/Horton Medical Response Unit from Foster Coach of Sterling, Illinois. Fiscal Note: $160,000.00 is budgeted and budgetary estimate is $150,000.00.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0261 A Radio Firmware UpgradesResolutionRadio Firmware Upgrades Resolved, that the request of the Fire Chief for formal bidding to be waived is approved and the Purchasing Agent is authorized to purchase radio firmware upgrades from Motorola/Baycom. Fiscal Note: Upgrade cost is $63,000.00 and 90% of the cost is covered by the the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) with a local match of 10%, which is available within the current Fire Department budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0262 A Grant Funds from Racine Dominican Mission Fund for Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts ProgramResolutionGrant Funds from Racine Dominican Mission Fund for Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept $7,000.00 in grant funds from the Racine Dominican Mission Fund for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center performing arts program. (Grant Control No. 00025) Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0263 A Donation from Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood ParkResolutionDonation from Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood Park Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $35,102.00 donation from the Racine Community Foundation for Lockwood Park. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0264 A Donations to Purchase Drill Team and Pom Pom UniformsResolutionDonations to Purchase Drill Team and Pom Pom Uniforms Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept donations totaling $1,355.00 from various contributors to purchase drill team and pom pom uniforms for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0265 A Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant for Machinery Row Stormwater/Green Infrastructure ImplementationResolutionWisconsin Coastal Management Grant for Machinery Row Stormwater/Green Infrastructure Implementation Resolved, that the Mayor, City Clerk and Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority, or their designee or authorized agent, are authorized to act on behalf of the City and accept a $75,000.00 grant from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program to aid in the installation of stormwater/green infrastructure (hard costs) implementation for the Machinery Row area, sign all documents, and take all necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities. Fiscal Note: There is a local match of $45,000.00, which can come from a variety of sources including private sector investments, acquired grant funds, and eligible project plan line items from TID No. 18.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0266 A Additional Funds for Manree Park Reconnaissance Survey and Photographic InventoryResolutionAdditional Funds for Manree Park Reconnaissance Survey and Photographic Inventory Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into an amendment to an existing agreement with the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) through the Certified Local Government Subgrant program to accept $4,000.00 in additional grant funds to enter into a consultant agreement to undertake the research, preparation, submittal, and presentation of a historic district nomination to the WHS and the National Register of Historic Places for the proposed Orchard Street National Register Historic District. (Grant Control No. 2013-33) Fiscal Note: There is no local match required for this grant. In addition to the previously accepted $19,000.00 grant, WHS is offering supplemental funds in the amount of $4,000.00 to fund the preparation of a historic district nomination to the National Register Historic Places. (Grant Control No. 2013-33)AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0267 A Kenya L. White v. City of RacineResolutionKenya L. White v. City of Racine Resolved, that permission is granted to the City Attorney to represent Chief Arthel Howell and officers Tredo and Rasmussen, plus unnamed others in the lawsuit, Kenya L. White v. City of Racine, et al, US District Court Eastern District Case No. 14-CV-1122. Fiscal Note: None at this timeAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0268 A Replace Existing Sign at 1642-44 Washington AvenueResolutionReplace Existing Sign at 1642-44 Washington Avenue Resolved, that the property owner at 1642-44 Washington Avenue is granted permission to install a stationary projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $150.00 processing fee paid, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further resolved, that the property owner be charged a $125.00 fee to cover administrative 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.15-0269 A Rebuild Garage at 4107 Graceland BoulevardResolutionRebuild Garage at 4107 Graceland Boulevard Resolved, that the request of Barbara McCloskey to rebuild a garage over existing sewer and water lines at 4107 Graceland Boulevard is approved. Further resolved, that the City Attorney draft an agreement allowing the construction of the garage in the existing easement with the property owner's acknowledgement that the City has the right to exercise the conditions of its easement to maintain its utilities including the demolition of said garage at the owner's expense. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0270 A Replacement of Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) at the Safety BuildingResolutionReplacement of Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) at the Safety Building Resolved, that the request of the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations to replace the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) to the Metasys system at the Safety Building, Contract 20150044, Johnson Controls, contractor is approved. Further resolved, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to waive formal bidding procedures in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Johnson Controls for the replacement of the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) to the Metasys Control System at the Safety Building. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these services is available in Org-Object 45040-57210, Safety Building-Replace VFD.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0271 A Three-Party Design Engineering Services Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge ProjectResolutionThree-Party Design Engineering Services Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge Project Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a three-party agreement with the City of Racine, WisDOT and Graef-USA, Inc. for design engineering services for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge Project, in the not-to-exceed amount of $89,959.56. Fiscal Note: The City's share is $17,991.91 (20%) and the State share is $71,967.65 (80%). Funding is available in Org-Object 45040-57540, Memorial Drive Bridge.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0272 A Amendment No. 5 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Golf Avenue to Memorial DriveResolutionAmendment No. 5 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Golf Avenue to Memorial Drive Resolved, that Amendment No. 5 to State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) - Golf Avenue to Memorial Drive, as submitted, is approved. The total cost of Amendment No. 5 is $5,997.10 and the total revised contract amount is $1,159,504.53. Fiscal Note: The City's share is $1,499.27 (25%) and the State share is $4,497.83 (75%). Funding is available in Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving, Northwestern-Memorial to Golf.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0273 A Contract 20150046, PS-Design of the Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk ReplacementResolutionContract 20150046, PS-Design of the Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates, on Contract 20150046, PS-Design of the Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $6,400.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 14007-52100, Brdg-Professional Services.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0274 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20150020, PS - 2015 Pavement Inspection & PlanningResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 20150020, PS - 2015 Pavement Inspection & Planning Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20150020, PS - 2015 Pavement Inspection & Planning, as submitted, is approved. Fiscal Note: The total cost of Amendment No. 1 is $6,942.50 and the total revised contract amount is $90,842.50.Funding is available in Org-Object 14002-52100, Professional Services, Engineer.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0275 A Crosswalk Yield Sign on 700 Block of Wisconsin AvenueResolutionCrosswalk Yield Sign on 700 Block of Wisconsin Avenue Resolved, that the request to place a crosswalk yield sign on the 700 block of Wisconsin Avenue is approved. Further resolved, that Racine County is permitted to place the sign from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on business days, subject to the following conditions: 1. Racine County is responsible for procuring the movable "yield-to-pedestrian within crosswalk" sign and maintaining it. 2. The sign meets all the requirements of the latest edition of the FHWA (Federal Highway Association) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). 3. The sign is placed on the centerline of the roadway on Wisconsin Avenue, in the painted crosswalk mid-block between Seventh Street and Eighth Street, as to not obstruct vehicular traffic. 4. The sign will be removed by Racine County during snow & ice operations, and as directed by the Commissioner of Public Works for street maintenance or construction. 5. Racine County enter into a hold harmless agreement with the City of Racine for placement of movable "yield-to-pedestrian within AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0277 A Extension of Conditional Use PermitResolutionExtension of Conditional Use Permit Resolved, that the request by Jai Shree Swaminarayan of Port of Call Liquors, 918 West Boulevard, to extend the approval of the conditional use permit to December 17, 2015 is approved subject to the following conditions: a. That all conditions of the original approval, as outlined in Resolution 13-0494, shall still apply. b. That this be the final allowed extension of the conditional use approval. Should the project not substantially commence by December 17, 2015, the applicant shall be required to apply for a new conditional use permit. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0278 A "A Restoration Plan for the Root River Watershed"Resolution"A Restoration Plan for the Root River Watershed" WHEREAS, the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, which was duly created by the Governor of the State of Wisconsin in accordance with Section 66.0309(2) of the Wisconsin Statutes on the 8th day of August 1960, upon petition of the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha, has the function and duty of making and adopting a master plan for the physical development of the Region; and WHEREAS, Racine County, the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, and the Southeastern Wisconsin Watersheds Trust, Inc. executed agreements with the Regional Planning Commission on June 20, 2011 and September 30, 2011; June 17, 2011; and June 28, 2011, respectively, for the development of a watershed restoration plan for the Root River watershed leading to recommendations for the management of water resources in the watershed, including recommendation to address issues and problems related to water quality, recreational access and use, habitat conditions, in the Root River watershed and proAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0279 A Adoption of "Supplemental Information Developed for the Root River Watershed Restoration Plan"ResolutionAdoption of "Supplemental Information Developed for the Root River Watershed Restoration Plan" Resolved, that the document titled "Supplemental Information for the Root River Watershed Restoration Plan" is adopted as a resource to guide planning and development efforts within the city of Racine. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0280 A Storage Facility at 1824 Charles StreetResolutionStorage Facility at 1824 Charles Street Resolved, that the request by Jeff and Joanne Raffini for a conditional use permit for a contractor’s storage facility at 1824 Charles Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on June 24, 2015 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable codes and ordinances shall be complied with and required permits obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That no outdoor storage of materials or equipment is allowed accept in the area directly to the west of the building. Said areas are to be fenced and screened prior to its use as such. All other materials/equipment are to be stored indoors, and any work taking place at this location shall be done indoors. d. That the hours of operation of the construction storage facility shall be Monday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. e. That there shall be no outdoor storage of the following: construction debris or refuse, recreational vehicles or other vehicles and equipment nAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0281 A Daycare Center at 3131 Taylor AvenueResolutionDaycare Center at 3131 Taylor Avenue Resolved, that the request by Desiree Veasey for a conditional use permit to operate a day care facility in Building #5, 3131 Taylor Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented at the June 24, 2015 Plan Commission meeting be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and all required permits be obtained. c. That all staff members providing care be properly trained and licensed as required by the State of Wisconsin. d. That the number of students shall be within licensing requirements as per the State of Wisconsin, and meet all occupancy requirements of the Building Inspection department. e. That the grounds be maintained on a daily basis. f. That the hours of operation shall be 5:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. g. That the parking lot shall be sealed and striped per the approved parking plan prior to occupancy. h. That the trash enclosure be constructed prior to issuance of an occupancy permit. i. That tAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0282 A Amendment to Regency Mall Conditional Use PermitResolutionAmendment to Regency Mall Conditional Use Permit Resolved, that the request by David Israel for a major amendment to the Regency Mall conditional use to modify the former JC Penney department store at 5900 Durand Avenue into three separate tenant spaces is approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented at the June 24, 2015 Plan Commission meeting be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes be complied with and all required permits obtained. c. That a scaled site plan showing the entire former JC Penney property and proposed site changes and amenities be submitted to the Department of City Development for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit. d. That the hours of operation for all retail spaces shall be from 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., seven days a week. e. That a landscape plan, prepared by a licensed landscape architect and incorporating the comments as discussed in this staff report, be submitted for review and approval to the Department of City Development prior to the issuance of any builAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0283 A Grant Extension for Main Gallery ProgramResolutionGrant Extension for Main Gallery Program Resolved, that the request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to extend its grant agreement for the Main Gallery Program is approved and the end of the grant agreement is extended to September 30, 2015. Further resolved, that the request to amend its budget for the Main Gallery Program is approved. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute an amended grant agreement consistent with the revised budget. Fiscal Note: The amendment changes line items and extends the time of performance with no change to the total amount of the grant, $20,000.00.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0284 A Grant Extension for Dr. M.L. King Jr. Center GED/HSED ProgramResolutionGrant Extension for Dr. M.L. King Jr. Center GED/HSED Program Resolved, that the request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department is approved and its grant agreement for the Dr. M.L. King Jr. Center GED/HSED program is extended to September 30, 2015. Further resolved, that the request to amend its budget for the Dr. M.L. King Jr. Center GED/HSED program is approved. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute an amended grant agreement consistent with the revised budget. Fiscal Note: The amendment changes line items and extends the time of performance with no change to the total amount of the grant, $20,000.00AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0276 A Amendment to "A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035" for the properties located at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218, 1222 Virginia StreetResolutionAmendment to "A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035" for the properties located at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218, 1222 Virginia Street WHEREAS, the Plan Commission (the Commission) has reviewed the proposed amendment to the document titled “A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035” (the Plan). The Plan containing maps, references and other descriptive materials and information applicable and specific to the City of Racine; and WHEREAS, Pursuant to Section 62.23 of the Wisconsin Statutes, the City of Racine is authorized to prepare and adopt certain amendments to The Plan as defined in Sections 66.1001(1)(a) and 66.1001(2) of the Wisconsin Statutes; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 66.1001(1)(a) of the Statutes, the Plan is intended to assist in orderly Community Development within the City. To these ends, the proposed Plan amendment supports the intent of the Plan to foster appropriate development land use patterns within the City; and WHEREAS, The Plan Commission of the City of Racine conducted a public hearing on November 26, 2014 to soAdoptedFail Action details Not available
Res.15-0285 A Applications for 2015 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) FundingResolutionApplications for 2015 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Funding Resolved, that the recommended allocation, as amended, of the 2015 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) is approved; and, that the appropriate City officials are authorized and directed to execute and submit to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development the documents required to secure the grants; and that the appropriate City officials are authorized to execute third-party contracts with the agencies approved for the use of the funds. Fiscal Note: The recommended allocations are attachments to this resolution. This action allocates $2,135,225.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds including administrative expenses, and $152,315.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds, including administrative expenses.AdoptedPass Action details Not available