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Ord.07-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 7-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-637 RELATING TO ZONING | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 7-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-637 RELATING TO ZONING
To amend Sec. 114-637 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Mapped districts.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 114-637 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by inserting the following after the description of the “West Racine Corridor District”:
“Uptown Corridor District. The district includes those lands within the boundaries described as follows:
Beginning at a point being the intersection of the centerlines of Pearl Street and Tenth Street and continuing east along said centerline to a point of intersection with the centerline of Hilker Place. Then south along said centerline to the centerline of Eleventh Street. Then west along said centerline to the centerline of Racine Street. Then south along said centerline to the centerline of Thirteenth Street. Then west along said centerline to the east line of the Union Pacific (a.k.a. Chicago and Northwestern) railroad right-of-way. Then southwes | | |
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Ord.10-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 10-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-823 RELATING TO ZONING - DEFINITIONS | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 10-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-823 RELATING TO ZONING - DEFINITIONS
To amend Sec. 114-823 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Definitions.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 114.823 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the paragraph of the description of "Downtown area" and inserting the following paragraph it its place:
"In this chapter, downtown area means the area described as follows:
Begin at a point being on the centerline of North Wisconsin Avenue approximately 190 feet north of the intersection of the centerlines of North Wisconsin Avenue and Hamilton Street; from said beginning point proceed east to the east line of Chatham Street, then north along said east line 90 feet; then easterly 114 feet; then north 100 feet; then easterly 82 feet to the west line of Michigan Boulevard; then southerly along said west line 200 feet; the east to a line being the western shore of Lake Michigan; then southerly along said line to a point on the e | | |
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06-1783
| A | | Business Class Road Runner | Communication | Subject: Request to enter into an agreement with Time Warner Cable for discounted Business Class Road Runner service and discounted CATV service for employees of the City of Racine.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Time Warner Cable Southeastern Wisconsin enabling City employees to receive Road Runner Business Class and CATV service at a discounted price for a total of 3 years.
Fiscal Note: The agreement for the service is at no cost to the City of Racine. | Referred | |
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06-1785
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to apply for the 2006 Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program grant, at no cost to the City. Grant control number 2006-011. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to apply for the 2006 Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program grant, at no cost to the City. Grant control number 2006-011.
(Also refer to License & Welfare Committee.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the 2006 Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program grant (Grant Control No. 2006-011) to be utilized for the purchase of bulletproof vests.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-1785
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to apply for the 2006 Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program grant, at no cost to the City. Grant control number 2006-011. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to apply for the 2006 Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program grant, at no cost to the City. Grant control number 2006-011.
(Also refer to License & Welfare Committee.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the 2006 Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program grant (Grant Control No. 2006-011) to be utilized for the purchase of bulletproof vests.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-1786
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to renew 2006 lease agreement, and any future leases necessary, at no cost to the City, with Racine Joint Venture II, LLC by CBL & Associates Management Inc., for the Community Policing Information Ce | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to renew the 2006 lease agreement and any future leases necessary at no cost to the City, with Racine Joint Venture II, LLC by CBL & Associates Management Inc., for the Community Policing Information Center at Regency Mall.
(Also refer to License & Welfare Committee.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to renew the 2006 professional lease agreement and any future leases with Racine Joint Venture II, LLC by CBL & Associates Management Inc. for the Community Policing Information center at Regency Mall.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 04-24-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to renew the 2006 professional lease agreement with Racine Joint Venture II, LLC by CBL & Associates Management Inc. for the Community Policing Information center at Regency Mall and any future leases.
Fiscal Note: The lease agreement is at no cost to the City. | Referred | |
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06-1786
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to renew 2006 lease agreement, and any future leases necessary, at no cost to the City, with Racine Joint Venture II, LLC by CBL & Associates Management Inc., for the Community Policing Information Ce | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Spenner, requesting to renew the 2006 lease agreement and any future leases necessary at no cost to the City, with Racine Joint Venture II, LLC by CBL & Associates Management Inc., for the Community Policing Information Center at Regency Mall.
(Also refer to License & Welfare Committee.)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to renew the 2006 professional lease agreement and any future leases with Racine Joint Venture II, LLC by CBL & Associates Management Inc. for the Community Policing Information center at Regency Mall.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 04-24-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to renew the 2006 professional lease agreement with Racine Joint Venture II, LLC by CBL & Associates Management Inc. for the Community Policing Information center at Regency Mall and any future leases.
Fiscal Note: The lease agreement is at no cost to the City. | Referred | |
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06-1801
| A | | Review policies and procedures on Timekeeping Records. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Human Resources Director wishing to review policies and procedures on Timekeeping Records.
Recommendation: The City of Racine's policy and procedures relating to Timekeeping records be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1806
| A | | United States Conference of Mayors and Dupont. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the United States Conference of Mayors and DuPont for a "Lead Safe...for Kids' Sake," grant.
Recommendation of the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Conference of Mayors and DuPont grant in the amount of $175,000. The funds will be used to aid in the elimination of lead poisoning in the city of Racine.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the city.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the Public Health Administrator granted permission to apply for the $175,000 grant with the United States Conference of Mayors and Dupont for the "Lead Safe...for Kids' Sake," grant (Grant Control No. 2006-019) to be utilized for the elimination of lead poisoning.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-1806
| A | | United States Conference of Mayors and Dupont. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the United States Conference of Mayors and DuPont for a "Lead Safe...for Kids' Sake," grant.
Recommendation of the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Conference of Mayors and DuPont grant in the amount of $175,000. The funds will be used to aid in the elimination of lead poisoning in the city of Racine.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the city.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the Public Health Administrator granted permission to apply for the $175,000 grant with the United States Conference of Mayors and Dupont for the "Lead Safe...for Kids' Sake," grant (Grant Control No. 2006-019) to be utilized for the elimination of lead poisoning.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-1807
| A | | Racine Theatre Guild requesting the free use of the Stage on Wheels for the first annual RTG Children's Theatre Festival on Sunday, July 30, 2006, from 12:00-5:00 p.m. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Theatre Guild requesting the free use of the Stage on Wheels for the first annual RTG Children's Theatre Festival on Sunday, July 30, 2006, from 12:00-5:00 p.m.
Also refer to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the item be denied
Ayes: Aldermen James T. Spangenberg; Thomas Friedel; and Sandy Weidner,
Noes: Alderman Pete Karas
Abstain: Alderman Aron Wisneski
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-10-06: Recommend that the request be received and filed.
Fiscal note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1807
| A | | Racine Theatre Guild requesting the free use of the Stage on Wheels for the first annual RTG Children's Theatre Festival on Sunday, July 30, 2006, from 12:00-5:00 p.m. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Theatre Guild requesting the free use of the Stage on Wheels for the first annual RTG Children's Theatre Festival on Sunday, July 30, 2006, from 12:00-5:00 p.m.
Also refer to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the item be denied
Ayes: Aldermen James T. Spangenberg; Thomas Friedel; and Sandy Weidner,
Noes: Alderman Pete Karas
Abstain: Alderman Aron Wisneski
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-10-06: Recommend that the request be received and filed.
Fiscal note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1808
| A | | Old Timers Athletic Club requesting the use of a portion of the Hotel Tax Fund to promote their annual youth baseball tournament and adult softball tournament. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Old Timers Athletic Club requesting the use of a portion of the Hotel Tax Fund to promote their annual youth baseball and adult softball tournaments.
Recommendation: Permission granted to allocate $2,500 from the Room Tax Fund for the Old Timers Athletic Club for the promotion of the youth and adult softball tournaments.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Room Tax Fund. | Referred | |
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06-1774
| A | | Request to place columns in city right-of-way at 406 Main Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the owner of Inside-Out, 406 Main Street, requesting to place two columns in city-right-of way.
Recommendation: The property owner of 406 Main Street be granted permission to install two decorative columns which will extend into the public right-of-way with the stipulation that the columns not be adhered to the public sidewalk and that a hold harmless agreement be executed in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Street.
Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs association with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Referred | |
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06-1776
| A | | Request of the Racine County Department of Public Works for variances and to waive fees for the Law Enforcement Center addition project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine County Department of Public Works requesting variances for the installation of canopies, doorway, intercom bollard and column caissons/pier foundations in city right-of-way, install new sidewalks, curbs and gutter, temporarily remove light pole and parking meters, and that all fees for permits, inspections and allowances on the Law Enforcement Center addition project be waived.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-25-06): Racine County be granted permission to conduct the following activities with the public right-of-way:
A. Install a concrete bollard and loop detector at the entrance to the Law Enforcement sallyport;
B. Place three (3) pedestrian entrance canopies cantilevered over the City sidewalk;
C. Install drilled caissons along 8th Street which will extend below grade beyond the street right-of-way;
All with the following stipulations:
1. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
2. The County pay a $50.00 fee for filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
3. The County agrees to relocate the | Referred | |
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06-1776
| A | | Request of the Racine County Department of Public Works for variances and to waive fees for the Law Enforcement Center addition project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine County Department of Public Works requesting variances for the installation of canopies, doorway, intercom bollard and column caissons/pier foundations in city right-of-way, install new sidewalks, curbs and gutter, temporarily remove light pole and parking meters, and that all fees for permits, inspections and allowances on the Law Enforcement Center addition project be waived.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-25-06): Racine County be granted permission to conduct the following activities with the public right-of-way:
A. Install a concrete bollard and loop detector at the entrance to the Law Enforcement sallyport;
B. Place three (3) pedestrian entrance canopies cantilevered over the City sidewalk;
C. Install drilled caissons along 8th Street which will extend below grade beyond the street right-of-way;
All with the following stipulations:
1. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
2. The County pay a $50.00 fee for filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
3. The County agrees to relocate the | Referred | |
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06-1790
| A | | Michael's Signs requesting to project a sign for Scharding's Plumbing, over the right-of-way at 606 Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Michael's Signs requesting to install a projecting sign over the right-of-way at 606 Sixth Street.
Recommendation: The property owner of 606 Sixth Street be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Street.
Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs association with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Referred | |
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06-1794
| A | | Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau request to use city right-of-way on July 22, 2006, for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Sales/Marketing Director of the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau requesting permission to use city right-of-way on July 22, 2006, for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon.
Recommendation: The Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau and HFP Racing be granted permission to close Michigan Boulevard from High Street to Goold Street and Goold Street from Michigan Boulevard to Main Street, and to utilize certain other City streets as indicated on their race map, for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon to be held on Saturday, July 23, 2006, from 3:00 a.m. to noon, and on Sunday, July 24, 2006, from 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., 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 $450.00 special event fee.
F. Sponsor shall be responsible for placement | Referred | |
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06-1796
| A | | Asst. Comm. of Public Works/Engineering request to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2007-09 Local Transportation (TE) Program grant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Asst. Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2007-09 Local Transportation (TE) Program grant. This reimbursement grant, in the amount of $362,250, is for streetscape amenities for the reconstruction of Sixth Street and requires a city match of 20%, or $72,450.
Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to submit a grant application to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2007-09 Local Transportation Enhancements program.
Fiscal Note: The total amount of the grant is $362,250.00 and is for streetscape amenities as part of the reconstruction of Sixth Street which is scheduled for 2008. | Referred | |
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06-1795
| A | | River Bend Nature Center request to use the Main Street Bridge for a special event on June 24, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from River Bend Nature Center requesting that the sidewalk and one lane of the northbound traffic on the east side of the Main Street Bridge be blocked for the first annual River Bend Derby Duck Race on June 24, 2006.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-25-06): The River Bend Nature Center be granted permission to close the sidewalk and one lane of the north bound traffic along the east side of the Main Street Bridge for the 1st Annual River Bend Derby Duck Race which will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A certificate of liability be filed with the City Attorney’s office;
C. Department of Public Works staff review and approve the means and methods for placing the rubber ducks in the river so as to not damage the Main Street Bridge.
D. Sponsor shall be responsible for placement of all traffic control devices.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of the Board of Harbor Commissioners (4-27-06): Receive and file. | Referred | |
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06-1795
| A | | River Bend Nature Center request to use the Main Street Bridge for a special event on June 24, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from River Bend Nature Center requesting that the sidewalk and one lane of the northbound traffic on the east side of the Main Street Bridge be blocked for the first annual River Bend Derby Duck Race on June 24, 2006.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (4-25-06): The River Bend Nature Center be granted permission to close the sidewalk and one lane of the north bound traffic along the east side of the Main Street Bridge for the 1st Annual River Bend Derby Duck Race which will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A certificate of liability be filed with the City Attorney’s office;
C. Department of Public Works staff review and approve the means and methods for placing the rubber ducks in the river so as to not damage the Main Street Bridge.
D. Sponsor shall be responsible for placement of all traffic control devices.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of the Board of Harbor Commissioners (4-27-06): Receive and file. | Referred | |
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06-1797
| A | | Redline Tavern Corporation request to close North Wisconsin Street for the 3rd Annual benefit "Cruz in for the Cause" for the non-profit organization "SafeHaven of Racine". | Communication | Subject: Communication from Redline Tavern Corporation requesting to close North Wisconsin Street, between Hamilton and Hubbard, for the 3rd 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, July 15, 2006, for the 3rd 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 shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
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06-1763
| A | | Application of Karbulka Jaroslava for a Secondhand Article Dealer's License for 310 Main Street. (1st District) | Communication | Subject: The Application of Karbulka Jaroslava for a Secondhand Article Dealer's License for 310 Main Street. (1st District) | Referred | |
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06-1798
| A | | Coasters of Racine, LTD, Michael A. Kurhajec, for Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 1301 N. Main Street. | Communication | Subject: The application of Coasters of Racine, LTD, Michael A. Kurhajec, for Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 1301 N. Main Street.
(4th District) (Alderman of the 4th District included in reference) (The agent has been requested to appear) | Referred | |
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06-1775
| A | | North American Championships sailing competition request to use two parking lots by North Beach on August 12-18, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Event Chairman for the North American Championships sailing competition requesting to use two parking lots by North Beach on August 12-18, 2006.
Transit & Parking Commission Recommendation: Refer this to Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services: To approve pending Council approval for overnight camping and the organization work with staff.
Fiscal note: $275.00 special event fee to the City. | Referred | |
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06-1791
| A | | Request of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department to meet with Transit and Parking Commission for permission to install 6 - 10 bike racks at the State Street Transit Station. | Communication | Subject: Request of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department to meet with Transit and Parking Commission for permission to install 6 - 10 bike racks at the State Street Transit Station.
Recommendation: The request be granted subject to coordination of locations with the Transit Planner and that all installation, repair and maintenance costs be borne by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the Belle Urban System for installation of the bicycle racks. | Referred | |
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06-1793
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the March 2006 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the March 2006 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1810
| A | | Barbara A. Walsh, Student at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside requesting an opportunity to address the issue of the proposed cuts to the Route 9 bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Barbara A. Walsh, Student at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside requesting an opportunity to address the issue of the proposed cuts to the Route 9 bus service.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1811
| A | | Communication from Uptown Improvement Organization requesting the reallocation of $1,383.76 of 2003 CDBG Funds. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Uptown Improvement Organization requesting the reallocation of 2003 CDBG Funds.
Recommendation: Approve the request to reallocate the balance of the Uptown Improvement Organizaton's 2003 CDBG grant for maintenance of planters on Washington Avenue.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-1809
| A | | Fellowship of Christian Believers Church requesting the use of the Marquette fire house. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Fellowship of Christian Believers Church requesting the use of the Marquette fire house. | Referred | |
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06-1784
| A | | Racine Zoological Board of Directors wishing to present updates of developments going on at the Zoo. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine Zoological Board of Directors wishing to present updates of developments going on at the Zoo.
Recommend: that the Item be received and filed. | Referred | |
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06-1753
| A | | Communication from the Mayor requesting to apply for and accept the Department of Justice Weed and Seed grant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor requesting to apply for the Department of Justice Weed and Seed grant.
Recommendation: That the City of Racine apply for the $200,000 Department of Justice Weed and Seed grant (Grant Control No. 2006-017) to be utilized for the south side Weed & Seed site.
Fiscal Note: A 25% soft and/or hard match is required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1745
| A | | Racine Arts Council requesting funds for the Hotel Tax Fund in the amount of $1,000. per month for rent and $5,000.00 for utilities. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Arts Council requesting funds for the Hotel Tax Fund in the amount of $1,000. per month for rent and $5,000.00 for utilities.
Recommendation: That the City of Racine appropriate $17,000 from the Room Tax Fund to the Racine Arts Council to be utilized for the 2006 rent and utilities at 505 Sixth Street.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Room Tax Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1743
| A | | City Assessor wishing to discuss 2004 assessment and tax rolls. | Communication | Subject: Communication from City Assessor wishing to discuss 2004 assessment and tax rolls.
Recommendation: KM Realty, LLC, 1914 Indiana Street, Tax No. 23869007 be reduced from $857,000 to $36,000 and that the resulting credit of $20,046.77 be charged against account 101.990.5930, Real Estate and Personal Property taxes cancelled.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for this credit. Other taxing jurisdiction's portions will be charged back to them when appropriate. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1728
| A | | Amendment No. 2 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting Amendment No. 2 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: Amendment No. 2 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,800.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from TID No. 10.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1732
| A | | Bid results on Contract 19-06 (K6-020), 2006 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 19-06 (K6-020), 2006 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I.
Recommendation: Contract 19-06 (K6-020), 2006 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I, be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., at their bid price of $116,547.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 906.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.06-6954
| A | | PRELIMINARY RESOLUTION ON PROPOSED PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING | Resolution | FINAL RESOLUTION ON PROPOSED PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 14th day of March, 2006, for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Connolly Avenue from Republic Avenue to Seventeenth Street.
North Osborne Boulevard from Harrington Drive to Ravine Drive.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows:
1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved.
2. That the Commissioner of Public Works is directed to advertise for bids and to carry out the work of such improvement in accordance with the report of the Commissioner of Publi | Received As Read | Pass |
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06-1752
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 12-05(K5-017), 2005 Information Technology Consulting, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 12-05 (K5-017), 2005 Information Technology Consulting, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 12-05 (K5-017), 2005 Information Technology Consulting, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $14,956.42, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6405, of March 1, 2005. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1755
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 58-05(K5-066), 2005 CCTV Services & Manholes Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 58-05 (K5-066), 2005 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 1 on Contract 58-05 (K5-066), 2005 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $50,016.11.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$22,398.45 - Account 985.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer
$27,617.66 - Account 104.985.5420, Storm Sewer
$50,016.11 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1756
| A | | Amendment No. 3 on State Contract 2350-10-00, Racine Street, 21st Street to Washington Avenue, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Amendment No. 3 on State Contract 2350-10-00, Racine Street, 21st Street to Washington Avenue, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: Amendment No. 3 on State Contract 2350-10-00, Racine Street, 21st Street to Washington Avenue, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant be approved. The total cost of the amendment is $3,950.40, with 75%, or, $2,962.80, being the State's share, and 25%, or $987.60, being the City's share.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 985.908.5090, Racine Street Design Services.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1792
| A | | Final payment on Contract 40-95 (95978) Storm Water Management Program, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 40-95 (95978) Storm Water Management Program, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 40-95 (95978), Professional Services and Plans and Specifications - Storm Water Management Program, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $433,246.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 8290, dated July 5, 1995. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1644
| A | | Midtown Market, LLC, Jagtar Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1229 Eleventh Street. (1st District) (Alderman of the 1st District included in reference) | Communication | Subject: Application of Midtown Market, LLC, Jagtar Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1229 Eleventh Street. (1st District) (Alderman of the 1st District included in reference)
Recommendation: License be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A
(3-13-06 Meeting)
Ayes: 3 - Q.A. Shakoor II, Sandy Weidner and Tim Hermes
Noes: 1 - Gregory Helding
Non-voting: 1 - David Maack
(3-27-06 Meeting)
Recommendation: Defer until 4-10-06 meeting License & Welfare meeting.
Recommendation of License & Welfare Meeting 04-10-06: License be denied due to high concentration of existing liquor establsihments in the area and the fragility of the neighborhood.
Ayes: 3 - Sandy Weidner, Gregory Helding and Tim Hermes
Noes: 1 - Q.A. Shakoor, II
Non-voting: 1 - David Maack
Fiscal Note: N/A | Granted | Pass |
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06-1723
| A | | Application of Shuttlebug, for a Public Passenger Vehicle Provider's License. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Application of Shuttlebug, for a Public Passenger Vehicle Provider's License.
Recommendation: License be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1724
| A | | Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the proposals received, to Operate a Taxicab service for the City of Racine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the proposals received, to Operate a Taxicab service for the City of Racine.
Recommendation: The proposal of Joel Venn and Sally Pieske to purchase the City's taxicab serice for $16,000.00 be accepted, subject to evidence of compliance with the terms of the proposed contract for sale; that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract witht eh corporation to be established by the buyers for operation of the taxicab service, and that Resolution #6862 of 1-17-06, which authorized sale of the taxicab service to Hafiz Trans, Inc. be rescinded.
Fiscal Note: This sale will result in receipt by the City of $16,000.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1730
| A | | Application for Gasoline Service Station Owner's License & Managers License, for Balark LLC, Mitan Pandya at 600 3Mile Road (3 Mile Citgo). | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Application for Gasoline Service Station Owner's License & Managers License, for Balark LLC, Mitan Pandya at 600 3 Mile Road (3 Mile Citgo).
Recommendation: The license be granted contingent upon approvals of the Public Works Department and Building Department.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1731
| A | | Application for Gasoline Service Station Owner's License & Manager's License for Balark LLC, Mitan Pandya, at 2500 Lathrop Avenue (Lathrop Marathon). | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Application for Gasoline Service Station Owner's License & Manager's License for Balark LLC, Mitan Pandya, at 2500 Lathrop Avenue (Lathrop Marathon).
Recommendation: The license be granted contingent upon approvals of the Public Works Department and Building Department.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1744
| A | | Communication from Police Chief Spenner, requesting authorization to accept the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (City Grant Control No. 2005-031), in the amount of $49,970. This will require no City funding | Communication | Subject: Communication from Police Chief Spenner, requesting authorization to accept the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (City Grant Control No. 2005-031), in the amount of $49,970. This will require no City funding. Application was approved by Resolution No. 6628, August 16, 2005.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (Grant Control No. 2005-031), to be utilized for Regency Mall, in the amount of $49,970.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (Grant Control No. 2005-031), for Regency Mall, in the amount of $49,970.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1750
| A | | (Direct Referral) Bids for Contract 20-06 (K6-021) Electric Improvements at Lockwood Park | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Bids for Contract 20-06 (K6-021) Electric Improvements at Lockwood Park.
Recommendation: That the bid of Great Lakes Electric of Kenosha, in the total amount of $43,575.00 be accepted, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account #931.230.5950, Lockwood Tennis Courts. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1766
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids for ninety-three (93) Abandoned Vehicles. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids for ninety-three (93) Abandoned Vehicles.
Recommendation: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $11,466.00 in revenues. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1609
| A | | Flex Development at 2333 & 2405 Northwestern Ave. | Application | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of an use supplement for a Flex Development Overlay District at 2333 & 2405 Northwestern Avenue.
Recommendation: That a use supplement be adopted by a resolution of the Common Council in association with a Flex Development Overlay District at 2333 & 2405 Northwestern Avenue, subject to the following conditions:
a. That all uses listed in the underlying O/I Office Institutional District are permissible by right or by conditional use permit as specified in that district.
b. That the following flex uses are permitted by right in addition to those permitted in the O/I Office Institutional District: computer and other small equipment recycling or disassembly; warehousing, light manufacturing and assembly (no smoke stack, heavy stamping, chemical or refining industries); commercial recreational facilities; day care, pre-schools, K-12 schools as a permitted use by right; large and small batch printing and publishing; museums, production studios, art galleries and theatres for the performing arts (excluding adult entertainment); health and fi | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1612
| A | | Uptown Improvement Plan - design guideline | Application | Subject: Direct Referral. Consideration of design guidelines based on the recommendations of the Uptown Improvement Plan as a resource to be consulted when considering a project in the Uptown area.
Recommendation: With the goals of enhancing Uptown’s attraction to residents, tourists and visitors, improving the visual and aesthetic character, providing a tool to local property owners to restore their buildings properly, safeguard historic and cultural heritage, and stabilize and improve property values, the Uptown Corridor District Design Guidelines are established under the authority Wis. Stat. §§62.23 and 66.1001, and by the City of Racine Common Council through adoption on May 3, 2005 of An Ordinance To Amend The City’s Comprehensive Plan And Adopt The Uptown Improvement Plan.
Two distinct areas are discernible in the Uptown Corridor District (the “District”). One area is referred to as the “Junction” and extends along Washington Avenue from S. Memorial Drive to Thirteenth Street. The Junction contains a development pattern that is pedestrian orientated and contains sign | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1747
| A | | Establishment of a Flex Development for 2333-2405 Northwestern Avenue | Communication | Subject: The Establishment of a Flex Development Use Supplement for 2333-2405 Northwestern Avenue.
Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1748
| A | | Establishment of Design Guidelines for the Uptown Corridor District | Communication | Subject: The Establishment of Design Guidelines for the Uptown Corridor District
Recommendation: That the Communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1760
| A | | CUP at 611-16th Street - Klinkhammer | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Request by Michael and Ann Klinkhammer seeking a conditional use permit for a wellness center offering massage therapy services at 611-Sixth Street.
Recommendation: That a request by Michael and Ann Klinkhammer seeking a conditional use permit for a wellness center offering massage therapy services at 611 - Sixth Street be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received March 29, 2006" and presented to the Plan Commission on April 12, 2006 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all signs be professionally made, comply with the zoning ordinance and be submitted to the Downtown Area Design Review Commission for review and approval.
c. That the maximum hours of operation be from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
d. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired, and that an occupancy permit be requested from the Building Inspection Department prior to occupancy of the building.
e. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this p | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1762
| A | | CUP at 2124-2126-16th Street Zheng | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral: Request by Yan and Mei Li Zheng seeking a conditional use permit for a takeout and delivery restaurant at 2124-2126 Sixteenth Street.
Recommendation: That a request by Yan and Mei Li Zheng seeking a conditional use permit for a carryout restaurant at 2124 - 2126 Sixteenth Street be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 29, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on April 12, 2006 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the maximum hours of operation be from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 10:30 a..m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
c. That all signs be professionally made and comply with zoning ordinance requirements.
d. That either wheel stops or curbing be installed along the north fence line.
e. That the parking lot be paved and stripped by June 1, 2006.
f. That a stockade type wooden fence be installed along the east property line in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
g. That all trash and recyclables be stored | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Ord.09-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 9-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-254(n) RELATING TO ZONING-YARD REQUIREMENTS | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 9-06 TO AMEND SEC. 114-254(n) RELATING TO ZONING-YARD REQUIREMENTS
To amend Sec. 114-254(n) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Yard requirements and open space.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 114-254(n) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting from the last sentence of the paragraph the following phrase, "formed by a street line and a private drive line".
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
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City Clerk
FISCAL NOTE: N/A
4-12-06 CPC
Recommendation: that the ordinance be adopted. | Received As Read | Pass |
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06-1804
| A | | Mayor Gary Becker nominating appointments | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Gary Becker nominating appointments to the following Boards and Commissions of the City of Racine.
Board of Health
Reappoint Sarah Fouse, 1900 Twenty First Street
Reappoint Rosa Salina-Hultman, 1905 Ehlert Street
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Service Board
Appoint Terry McCarthy
Board of Review
Reappoint Waino Kleimola, 3205 Pierce Blvd
Appoint Janice Johnson-Martin, 6511 Ptarmigan Road
Board of Standards
Appoint Brent Oglesby
Board of Zoning Appeals
Appoint Brent Oglesby
Business Improvement District
Thomas Bowen,
Evelyn Scheibner
Cemetery Board
Reappoint Alderman Sandy Weidner, 2310 Thor Avenue
Reappoint Vilas Lund, 1250 Arthur Avenue
Community Development
Appoint Lee Martinez, 1836 Twelfth Street
Appoint Janelle Grammer, 4114 Northwestern Avenue # 2
Appoint Sylvia Romero, 3214 Pine Avenue, Milwaukee, | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1726
| A | | Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection authorizing the city of Racine to act as an Agent as authorized by Section 97.41, Wisconsin Statutes.
(Refer to the Board of Health).
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection that will enable the city of Racine to act as an Agent in accordance with Section 97.41, Wisconsin Statutes.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1729
| A | | Children's Community Health Plan | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator is requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan (CCHP). Children's Community Health Plan is an HMO provider to Medicaid recipients. The intent of the agreement is to arrange for the provision of designated health care services by the City of Racine Health Department to CCHP and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees.
(Refer to the Board of Health and the Finance and Personnel Committee).
Recommendation from the Board of Health: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan (CCHP) so that the Racine City Health Department is able to bill for and receive reimbursement for services rendered to CCHP and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation from the Finance and Personnel Committee 04-10-06. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Children's Community Health Plan, which enables the City of Racine's Health Department to receive Medicare reimbursemen | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1736
| A | | Wisconsin Wins Program MOU | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator is requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an MOU with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the Wisconsin Wins Program. See attached MOU for more information.
(Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee and the Board of Health).
Recommendation from the Board of Health: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the Wisconsin WINS Program.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation from the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-10-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the memorandum of understanding of the Wisconsin Wins Program (WI WINS) to be utilized for the State of Wisconsin to come into and stay in compliance with Federal Synar regulations.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.06-6978
| A | | PRELIMINARY RESOLUTION FOR STREET PAVING | Resolution | PRELIMINARY RESOLUTION FOR STREET PAVING
RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s):
All property fronting upon both sides:
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING
Biscayne Avenue from Oakwood Drive to Southwood Drive.
2. Said public improvement shall consist of BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING.
3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements.
4. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten (10) annual installments.
5. The Commissioner of Public works is directed to prepare a report consisting of:
a. Preliminary or final plans and specifications for said improvement
b. An esti | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6979
| A | | AGREEMENT WITH DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE | Resolution | AGREEMENT WITH DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection that will enable the City of Racine to act as an Agent in accordance with Wis. Stat. s. 97.41.
FISCAL NOTE: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6980
| A | | CONTRACT WITH CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY HEALTH PLAN | Resolution | CONTRACT WITH CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY HEALTH PLAN
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Children's Community Health Plan (CCHP) so that the Racine City Health Department is able to bill for and receive reimbursement for services rendered to CCHP and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees.
FISCAL NOTE: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6981
| A | | MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING | Resolution | MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Racine County Sheriff's Department for the of the Wisconsin Wins Program (WI WINS) to be utilized for the State of Wisconsin to come into and stay in compliance with Federal Synar regulations.
FISCAL NOTE: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6982
| A | | POLICE DEPARTMENT ACCEPT HOMELAND SECURITY PROTECTION PLAN GRANT | Resolution | POLICE DEPARTMENT ACCEPT HOMELAND SECURITY PROTECTION PLAN GRANT
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security Buffer Zone Protection Plan grant (Grant Control No. 2005-031), for Regency Mall, in the amount of $49,970.
FISCAL NOTE: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6983
| A | | CONTRACT FOR ELECTRIC IMPROVEMENTS LOCKWOOD PARK | Resolution | CONTRACT FOR ELECTRIC IMPROVEMENTS LOCKWOOD PARK
RESOLVED, that the bid of Great Lakes Electric of Kenosha on Contract 20-06 (K6-021), Electric Improvements at Lockwood Park in the total amount of $43,575.00 be accepted, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available in account #931.230.5950, Lockwood Tennis Courts. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6984
| A | | GREAT LAKES DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL | Resolution | GREAT LAKES DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
RESOLVED, that permission be granted to the Racine Rotary West Club to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the third annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, to be held July 7-8, 2006.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that permission be granted to the sponsor to use certain city streets on Friday, July 7, 2006, and to close the following streets:
6th Street from Library Drive to Pershing Park Drive
Pershing Park Drive from 6th Street to 11th Street
11th Street from Main Street to Pershing Park Drive
FURTHER RESOLVED, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to the event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. The sponsor shall pay a $350.00 special event fee.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, Chief of Poli | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6985
| A | | RESCIND RESOLUTION AND ACCEPT BID FOR TAXICAB SERVIC | Resolution | RESCIND RESOLUTION AND ACCEPT BID FOR TAXICAB SERVICE
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 6862 of 01-17-06 authorized sale of the City's taxicab service to Hafiz Trans, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, in order to provide exclusive rights, open public bidding was necessary; and
WHEREAS, the most favorable bid was submitted by Joel Venn and Sally Pieske.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement in the amount of $16,000.00 with Joel Venn and Sally Pieske to purchase the City's taxicab service in compliance with the terms of the proposed contract.
Fiscal Note: This sale will result in receipt by the City of $16,000.00. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6986
| A | | FUNDS APPROPRIATED FOR RACINE ARTS COUNCIL | Resolution | FUNDS APPROPRIATED FOR RACINE ARTS COUNCIL
RESOLVED, that the City of Racine appropriate $17,000 from the Room Tax Fund to the Racine Arts Council to be utilized for the 2006 rent and utilities at 505 Sixth Street.
FISCAL NOTE: There are sufficient funds available in Room Tax Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6987
| A | | REDUCTION OF 2004 ASSESSMENT | Resolution | REDUCTION OF 2004 ASSESSMENT
RESOLVED, that KM Realty, LLC, 1914 Indiana Street, PIN 23869007 be reduced from $857,000 to $36,000 and that the resulting credit of $20,046.77 be charged against account 101.990.5930, Real Estate and Personal Property taxes cancelled.
FISCAL NOTE: There are sufficient funds available for this credit. Other taxing jurisdiction's portions will be charged back to them when appropriate. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6988
| A | | AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT JACOBSEN-TEXTRON REDEVELOPMENT SITE | Resolution | AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT JACOBSEN-TEXTRON REDEVELOPMENT SITE
RESOLVED, that Amendment No. 2 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,800.00.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from TID No. 10.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6989
| A | | 2006 CONTRACT SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PHASE I | Resolution | 2006 CONTRACT SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PHASE I
RESOLVED, that Contract 19-06 (K6-020), 2006 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I, be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., at their bid price of $116,547.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 906.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6990
| A | | FINAL PAYMENT 2005 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING CONTRACT | Resolution | FINAL PAYMENT 2005 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING CONTRACT
RESOLVED, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 12-05 (K5-017), 2005 Information Technology Consulting, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $14,956.42, from funds heretofore appropriated.
FISCAL NOTE: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6405, of March 1, 2005. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6991
| A | | CHANGE ORDER 2005 CCTV SERVICES AND MANHOLE INSPECTIONS CONTRACT | Resolution | CHANGE ORDER 2005 CCTV SERVICES AND MANHOLE INSPECTIONS CONTRACT
RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 58-05 (K5-066), 2005 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $50,016.11.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$22,398.45 - Account 985.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer
$27,617.66 - Account 104.985.5420, Storm Sewer
$50,016.11 - Total
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6992
| A | | AMENDMENT ON STATE CONTRACT FOR RACINE STREET PROJECT | Resolution | AMENDMENT ON STATE CONTRACT FOR RACINE STREET PROJECT
RESOLVED, that Amendment No. 3 on State Contract 2350-10-00, Racine Street, 21st Street to Washington Avenue, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant be approved. The total cost of the amendment is $3,950.40, with 75%, or, $2,962.80, being the State's share, and 25%, or $987.60, being the City's share.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 985.908.5090, Racine Street Design Services.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-6993
| A | | FINAL PAYMENT ON CONTRACT STORM WATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM | Resolution | FINAL PAYMENT ON CONTRACT STORM WATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
RESOLVED, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 40-95 (95978), Professional Services and Plans and Specifications - Storm Water Management Program, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $433,246.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
FISCAL NOTE: This contract was approved by Resolution 8290, dated July 5, 1995. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6994
| A | | USE SUPPLEMENT FOR 2333 & 2405 NORTHWESTERN AVENUE | Resolution | USE SUPPLEMENT FOR 2333 & 2405 NORTHWESTERN AVENUE
RESOLVED, that a use supplement be adopted in association with a Flex Development Overlay District at 2333 & 2405 Northwestern Avenue, subject to the following conditions:
a. That all uses listed in the underlying O/I Office Institutional District are permissible by right or by conditional use permit as specified in that district.
b. That the following flex uses are permitted by right in addition to those permitted in the O/I Office Institutional District: computer and other small equipment recycling or disassembly; warehousing, light manufacturing and assembly (no smoke stack, heavy stamping, chemical or refining industries); commercial recreational facilities; day care, pre-schools, K-12 schools as a permitted use by right; large and small batch printing and publishing; museums, production studios, art galleries and theatres for the performing arts (excluding adult entertainment); health and fitness centers.
c. That all flex uses shall not result in more that one semi-truck servicing the site during a 24-hour period, no | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6995
| A | | UPTOWN CORRIDOR DISTRICT DESIGN GUIDELINES | Resolution | UPTOWN CORRIDOR DISTRICT DESIGN GUIDELINES
WHEREAS, the City has established the Uptown Improvement Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Plan Commission has approved the Uptown Corridor District Design Guidelines.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Racine hereby adopts the Uptown Corridor District Design Guidelines as follows:
With the goals of enhancing Uptown’s attraction to residents, tourists and visitors, improving the visual and aesthetic character, providing a tool to local property owners to restore their buildings properly, safeguard historic and cultural heritage, and stabilize and improve property values, the Uptown Corridor District Design Guidelines are established under the authority Wis. Stat. §§62.23 and 66.1001, and by the City of Racine Common Council through adoption on May 3, 2005 of An Ordinance To Amend The City’s Comprehensive Plan And Adopt The Uptown Improvement Plan.
Two distinct areas are discernible in the Uptown Corridor District (the “District”). One area is referred to as the “Junction” and extends along Washington | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6996
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 611 SIXTH STREET | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 611 SIXTH STREET
RESOLVED, that the request by Michael and Ann Klinkhammer seeking a conditional use permit for a wellness center offering massage therapy services at 611 - Sixth Street be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received March 29, 2006" and presented to the Plan Commission on April 12, 2006, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all signs be professionally made, comply with the zoning ordinance and be submitted to the Downtown Area Design Review Commission for review and approval.
c. That the maximum hours of operation be from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with no hours on Sunday.
d. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired, and that an occupancy permit be requested from the Building Inspection Department prior to occupancy of the building.
e. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permi | Adopted | |
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Res.06-6997
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2124-2126 SIXTEENTH STREET | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2124-2126 SIXTEENTH STREET
RESOLVED, that the request by Yan and Mei Li Zheng seeking a conditional use permit for a carryout restaurant at 2124 - 2126 Sixteenth Street be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received March 29, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on April 12, 2006, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the maximum hours of operation be from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 10:30 a..m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
c. That all signs be professionally made and comply with zoning ordinance requirements.
d. That either wheel stops or curbing be installed along the north fence line.
e. That the parking lot be paved and striped by June 1, 2006.
f. That a stockade type wooden fence be installed along the east property line in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
g. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and screened from view, and that no trash pick-up be conducted between the hours of 7 | Adopted | |
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Ord.11-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 11-06 to amend Secs. 102-57(3) and 102-58(e) of the Municipal Code relating to Vegetation - Planting. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 11-06 to amend Secs. 102-57(3) and 102-58(e) of the Municipal Code relating to Vegetation - Planting.
To amend Secs. 102-57(3) and 102-58(e) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Vegetation - Permits for public utilities and contractors; Planting.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 102-57(3) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the last sentence of the paragraph.
Part 2:
Sec. 102-58(e) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by replacing the word “Elms” with the following “American Elm, Siberian Elm and Slippery Elm”.
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This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
FISCAL NOTE: N/A
Recommendation: That the amendment to Ordinance 11-06 be adopted. | Referred | |
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Ord.12-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 12-06 to amend Secs. 18-551, 18-553, 18-582, 18-583, 18-584(1) and 18-585(a) of the Municipal Code relating to Well abandonment and Cross connection control. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 12-06 to amend Secs. 18-551, 18-553, 18-582, 18-583, 18-584(1) and 18-585(a) of the Municipal Code relating to Well abandonment and Cross connection control.
To amend Secs. 18-551, 18-553, 18-582, 18-583, 18-584(1) and 18-585(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Buildings and building regulations - Well abandonment and Cross connection control.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 18-551 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting in the first line “ILHR 82” and inserting “Comm 82” in its place.
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Sec. 18-553 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting at the end of the paragraph “NR 111.25(3)” and inserting “NR 811.09” in its place.
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Sec. 18-582 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting “NR 112.42” in the third line of the third paragraph and inserting “NR 812.42” in its place; by deleting “NR 122.43” in the last line of the third paragraph and inserting “NR 812.43” in its place; b | Referred | |
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Ord.13-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 13-06 to amend Secs. 46-26, 46-28(a) and 46-31 of the Municipal Code relating to Finance - Purchasing procedure. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 13-06 to amend Secs. 46-26, 46-28(a) and 46-31 of the Municipal Code relating to Finance - Bidding procedure.
To amend Secs. 46-26, 46-28(a) and 46-31 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Finance - Bidding procedure.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 46-26 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting in the last sentence “$15,000.00” and inserting “$25,000.00” in its place.
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Sec. 46-28(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting in the second paragraph, first sentence, “$15,000.00” and inserting “$25,000.00” in its place.
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Sec. 46-31 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting in the title “$15,000.00” and inserting “$25,000.00” in its place.
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This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Ord.14-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 14-06 to repeal and recreate Sec. 2-402(b) of the Municipal Code relating to Chief of Police. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 14-06 to repeal and recreate Sec. 2-402(b) and amend Sec. 2-402(d) of the Municipal Code relating to Chief of Police.
To repeal and recreate Sec. 2-402(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Chief of Police - Supervision of department.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 2-402(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows:
“(b) Supervision of department; deputy chiefs.
The chief of police shall have general supervision over the police department and be responsible for the efficiency thereof. In the event of a temporary absence of the chief of police, his duties shall be performed by the deputy chief of police designated by the chief of police, and in the event of the disability, death or suspension of the chief of police, his duties shall be performed by the deputy chief of police of the patrol division.”
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Sec. 2-402(d) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the word "oftener" on the | Referred | |
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ZOrd.0002-06
| A | | An Ordinance to rezone 3037, 3051, 3063 and 3077 Douglas Avenue | Zoning Ordinance | An Ordinance to rezone 3037, 3051, 3063 and 3077 Douglas Avenue
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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That the properties located at 3037, 3051, 3063 and 3077 Douglas Avenue, and more particularly described as follows:
"Begin at a point which is the intersection of the north line of Kingston Avenue and the east line Douglas Avenue, from that point travel easterly along the north line of Kingston Avenue 188.6 feet, travel thence northerly 204 feet to the south line of Florence Avenue, travel thence westerly 130 feet, travel thence northerly 164.95 feet, travel thence westerly 90 feet, travel thence 113.71 feet to the south line of Lombard Avenue, travel thence westerly along said line to the east line of Douglas Avenue, travel thence southeasterly along said line to the point of beginning of this description. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin."
be rezoned from B-1 Neighborhood Convenience District, to B-2 Community Shopping District.
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