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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/16/2014 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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14-10851 A Claim of Daniel SwiftClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the Claim of Daniel Swift for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-12-15: The claim of Daniel Swift be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10853 A Uptown Neighborhood Strategic Development Plan Request (Z.Ord. 001-15)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation submitting and requesting adoption of the Uptown Neighborhood Strategic Development Plan. (Z.Ord. 001-15) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 1-14-15: That an ordinance and a resolution be prepared, a community open house before the City Plan Commission be conducted, and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10841 A Mark Veenstra requesting slip use for restroom and shower facilities along Gaslight Pointe.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mark Veenstra requesting slip use for the restroom and shower facilities along Gaslight Pointe. Recommendation of the Board of Harbor Commission on 02-19-15: Defer Recommendation of the Board of Harbor Commission on 03-19-15: Defer Recommendation of the Board of Harbor Commission on 04-16-15: DeferReferred  Action details Not available
14-10762 A Communication from Jason Greenwood on behalf of the Splash & Dash FoundationCommunicationSubject: Communication from Jason Greenwood on the behalf of the Splash and Dash Foundation requesting a reduction or waiver of the $175.00 park reservation fee for the Splash and Dash event to be held at North Beach on Thursday, January 1, 2015. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: The request for a reduction or waiver of the $175.00 park reservation fee for the Splash and Dash event be denied. Fiscal Note: Park reservation fee is $175.00Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10778 A Developers Agrmt for WM in Sturtevant (Res. No. 14-0500)CommunicationSubject: Developers Agreement with Ashley Capital for Water Main Construction in the Village of Sturtevant (Res. No. 14-0500) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 11/25/14: Approve Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter in the Developers Agreement with Ashley Capital for Water Main Construction in the Village of Sturtevant. Fiscal Note: The developer shall bear all costsApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10781 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney and Human Resources Manager submitting modifications to the City of Racine Employee Handbook for consideration. (Res. No. 14-0502)CommunicationSubject:(Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney and Human Resources Manager submitting modifications to the City of Racine Employee Handbook for consideration. (Res. No. 14-0502) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: Defer the item until the December 8, 2014 Finance & Personnel meeting. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: Recommend approval of the proposed modifications to the City of Racine Employee Handbook. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10789 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #12 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. (Res. No. 14-0498)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #12 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. (Res. No. 14-0498) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: That the Purchasing Agent enter into multiple agreements with the lowest responsive responsible bidders for items listed in Official Notice #12 EMS Supplies. Fiscal Note: Funding for this expense in FY2015 is $100,000 in account 101.300.5690Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10793 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Racine police officers F. Miller and R. Rasmussen in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric SClaimSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Racine police officers F. Miller and R. Rasmussen in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric S. Conley-Eaglebear v. Off. Miller, et al. (Res. No. 14-0501) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14:Permission be granted to the City Attorney to represent Racine police officers F. Miller and R. Rasmussen in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric S. Conley-Eaglebear v. Off. Miller, et al. Fiscal Note: None at this timeApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10794 A Semi Annual Plan Cert City-RLF (Res. No. 14-0499)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) requesting to present the semi-annual plan certifications for the period ending September 30, 2014 for the City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF). (Res. No. 14-0499) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: That the City certify for the semi-annual reporting period ending September 30, 2014: the City-Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Plan is consistent with and supportive of the area's current economic and adjustment strategy; and the City-RLF is being operated in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the City-RLF Plan and the loan portfolio meets the standards contained therein. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10836 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney presenting a plan to continue the City’s obligation to provide certain life insurance benefits to certain retired employees with a MetLife plan. Note: The City has a remaining liability of $681CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney presenting a plan to continue the City’s obligation to provide certain life insurance benefits to certain retired employees with a MetLife plan. Note: The City has a remaining liability of $681,000 for 357 employees retired as of December 31, 2014. The total premium for the proposed plan is $413,584, payable over five years (Year 1: $117,301, Years 2 through 5: $82,620). (Res. No. 14-0493) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: The MetLife proposal as presented by the Horton Group be implemented. Further recommend that 2015 budgeted funds of $92,941.17 be transferred from account 101.990.5970, Non-Departmental Contingency, to account 101.850.5140, Non-Departmental Life Insurance. Fiscal Note: 2015: $117,301 premium to be funded as follows: ($115,159.06 - 101.850.5140 Non-Departmental Life Insurance (after $92,941.17 transfer from the Contingency Account); $1,120.50 - 9265000 Water Utility Life Insurance; $1,021.44 - 6605040 Wastewater Utility Life Insurance. There are sufficient fundApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10688 A GM Request City Attny Draft Amndmnt Resolution-Chapter 98 (Res. No. 14-0497) (Ord. 13-14)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the General Manager Requesting that the City Attorney Draft an Amendment Resolution Pertaining to Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations, as a Result of NR211 of the Department of Natural Resources Code (Res. No. 14-0497) (Ord. 13-14) Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission on 11/25/14: To approve changes to Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That changes to Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10770 A Waive formal bidding procedures for the annual HVAC maintenance agreement. (Res. No. 14-0507)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the annual HVAC maintenance agreement. (Res. No. 14-0507) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: The request 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 the Annual Preventative Maintenance Agreement with Johnson Controls. Fiscal Note: The annual agreement cost for 2015 will be $101,422 and is available in Account 404.000.5550, Repairs and Maintenance.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10791 A Professional services agreement for Contract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management Program, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0506)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a professional services agreement for Contract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management Program, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0506) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., for Contract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management Program, in the not-to-exceed amount of $19,575. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 404.000.5760, Building Improvements - Building Complex. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10792 A Request to close 5th Street on Friday, January 5, 2015 through Sunday, January, 11, 2015. (Res. No. 14-0505)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Real Racine, on behalf of AGA Nation, requesting to close 5th Street between Wisconsin and Main Street starting at 7:00 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2015 through 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 11, 2015 to host its 2015 Winter Rail Jam mobile snowboard and freestyle ski event. (Res. No. 14-0505) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That Real Racine, on behalf of AGA Nation, be granted permission to close 5th Street between Wisconsin and Main Street starting at 7:00 A.M. on Friday, January 9, 2015 through 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 11, 2015 to host its 2015 Winter Rail Jam mobile snowboard and freestyle ski event, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. 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 $250 specApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10802 A Waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of a front end loader vehicle and a loader/backhoe vehicle. (Res. No. 14-0508)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of a front end loader vehicle and a loader/backhoe vehicle. (Res. No. 14-0508) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for the purchase of a front end loader and a loader/backhoe. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this equipment is $277,000 and funding is available in the following accounts: $187,000 - Account 945.630.5010, Street Maintenance-Wheel Loader $ 90,000 - Account 945.630.5040, Street Maintenance-Backhoe $277,000 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10803 A Final payment on Contract 17-12 (K2-018), PS - Roof Replacement at Transit Maintenance Building, IRS, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0509)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 17-12 (K2-018), PS - Roof Replacement at Transit Maintenance Building, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0509) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 17-12 (K2-018), PS - Roof Replacement at Transit Maintenance Building, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $10,850. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-2971, dated February 22, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10804 A Final payment on Contract 28-14 (K4-028), PS - Design of Recycling Brochures, Corporate Images, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0510)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 28-14 (K4-028), PS - Design of Recycling Brochures, Corporate Images, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0510) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Corporate Images, Inc., under Contract 28-14 (K4-028), PS - Design of Recycling Brochures, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $5,100. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 14-0221, dated May 20, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10809 A Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 1693-34-07, Lake Michigan Pathway Phase 3. (Res. No. 14-0521)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 1693-34-07, Lake Michigan Pathway Phase 3. (Res. No. 14-0521) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 1693-34-07, Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase 3, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $16,065.58, with the City's share being $3,213,12 (20%), and the State's share being $12,852.46 (80%). Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this amendment be appropriated from Account 993.908.5620, Lake Michigan Pathway Phase 3A and 3B. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10810 A Proposal from R.A. Smith National for Contract 55-14 (K4-055), PS - Retaining Wall - Riverside and Roe. (Res. No. 14-0522)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal from R.A. Smith National for Contract 55-14 (K4-055), PS - Retaining Wall - Riverside and Roe. (Res. No. 14-0522) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with R.A. Smith National for Contract 55-14 (K4-055), PS - Retaining Wall - Riverside and Roe, in the not-to-exceed amount of $18,685. Fiscal Note: Funding for this agreement is available in the 2015 CIP budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10811 A Final payment on Contract 04-13 (K3-004), PS - Memorial Hall, City Hall & City Hall Annex Tuckpointing, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0511)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 04-13 (K3-004), PS - Memorial Hall, City Hall & City Hall Annex Tuckpointing, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0511) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 04-13 (K3-004), PS - Memorial Hall, City Hall & City Hall Annex Tuckpointing, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $22,750. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 13-0021, dated January 15, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10813 A Final payment on Contract 30-13 (K3-033), PS - Design Festival Hall & Parks Administration AC Replacement, Arnold & O'Sheridan, consultant. (Res. No. 14-0512)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 30-13 (K3-033), PS - Design Festival Hall & Parks Administration AC Replacement, Arnold & O'Sheridan, consultant. (Res. No. 14-0512) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Arnold & O'Sheridan, under Contract 30-13 (K3-033), PS - Design Festival Hall & Parks Administration AC Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $16,503.85. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0189, dated May 7, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10814 A Final payment on Contract 52-13 (K3-057), HVAC Upgrade - Equipment Garage, DMJ Services, LLC., dba Action Heating Plumbing & Cooling, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0513)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 52-13 (K3-057), HVAC Upgrade - Equipment Garage, DMJ Services, LLC., dba Action Heating Plumbing & Cooling, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0513) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by DMJ Services, LLC., dba Action Heating Plumbing & Cooling, under Contract 52-13 (K3-057), HVAC Upgrade - Equipment Garage, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $67,306. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0358, dated September 3, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10815 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), PS - Roof Replacement - Transit Maintenance Facility, Kaschak Roofing, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0518)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage Garage, Kaschak Roofing, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0518) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage Garage, Kaschak Roofing, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $2,604. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 105.900.5010, BUS - Capital Projects. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10817 A Final payment on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), PS - Roof Replacement - Transit Maintenance Facility, Kaschak Roofing, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0519)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage Garage, Kaschak Roofing, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0519) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Kaschak Roofing, under Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage Garage, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $136,880. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0319, dated August 4, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10818 A Downtown Racine Corporation for the use of City right-of-way for "The Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 9 - 11, 2015. (Res. No. 14-0504)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation for the use of City right-of-way for "The Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 9 - 11, 2015. (Res. No. 14-0504) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on City sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 9, 2015 until they melt, with the following stipulations: A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements. B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements. C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's Office and a $75 processing fee paid. D. That a liability insurance certificate be filed with the City Attorney's Office. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10819 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization, Native Construction, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0520)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization, Native Construction, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0520) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization, Native Construction, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $117,268.23. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 55,572.75 - Account 104.993.5430, Wash Pk Streambank A, UNP (Spring St.) $ 61,695.48 - Account 104.993.5440, Wash Pk Streambank B, (Washington Pk) $117,268.23 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10820 A Final payment on Contract 51-12 (K2-062) Construct Home - 1216 Geneva Street, Double D Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0514)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 51-12 (K2-062), Construct Home - 1216 Geneva Street, Double D Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0514) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Double D Construction, Inc., under contract 51-12 (K2-062), Construct Home - 1216 Geneva Street, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $173,570. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3272, dated August 21, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10821 A Final payment on Contract 57-12 (K2-068) Construct Home - 1029 Ninth Street, Native Construction and Landscaping, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0515)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home - 1029 Ninth Street, Native Construction and Landscaping, contractor. (Res. No. 14-0515) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Native Construction and Landscaping, under Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home - 1029 Ninth Street, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $210,700. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3455, dated December 4, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10822 A Final payment on Contract 63-12 (K2-074) Construct Home - 1721 Villa Street, Double D Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0516)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 63-12 (K2-074), Construct Home - 1721 Villa Street, Double D Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0516) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Double D Construction, Inc., under Contract 63-12 (K2-074), Construct Home - 1721 Villa Street, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $174,775. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3395, dated November 7, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10823 A Final payment on Contract 64-12 (K2-075) Construct Home - 931 Center Street, Double D Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0517)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 64-12 (K2-075), Construct Home - 931 Center Street, Double D Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0517) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the work done by Double D Construction, Inc., under Contract 64-12 (K2-075), Construct Home - 931 Center Street, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $175,675. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3396, dated November 7, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10824 A Resolution in support of a sidewalk extension on Kinzie Avenue for State Project ID: 2390-09-00/70, STH 31 Resurfacing. (Res. No. 14-0523)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting a resolution in support of a sidewalk extension on Kinzie Avenue for State Project ID: 2390-09-00/70, STH 31 Resurfacing. (Res. No. 14-0523) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the City supports sidewalk extension on Kinzie Avenue for State Project ID: 2390-09-00/70 STH 31 Resurfacing. Fiscal Note: If WisDOT includes sidewalk extensions, the City's participation would be 20% via sidewalk assessment.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10829 A Sign in the City right-of-way at Tina's Dress Boutique, 505 Sixth Street. (Res. No. 14-0503)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Craig Shaub from Dig-it All Sign Company, LLC., on behalf of Tina Sagal, requesting permission to place a sign in the City right-of-way at Tina's Dress Boutique, 505 Sixth Street. (Res. No. 14-0503) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: The property owner of 505 Sixth Street be granted permission to install a stationary projecting sign as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $150 processing fee paid, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets, 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
14-10784 A Rezone 3502 Douglas Avenue (Res. No. 14-0493) (ZOrd. 005-14) (ZOrd. 006-14)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Matthew Mano to re-zone 3502 Douglas Avenue from B-2 Community Shopping District to R-3 Limited General Residence District to operate a charter school. (ZOrd. 005-14) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-10-14: That an ordinance to rezone 3502 Douglas Avenue from B-2 Community Shopping to O/I Office Institutional be prepared and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10830 A Comp Plan Amendment 3502 Douglas AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Ciji Pittman to amend the 2035 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map designation for 3502 Douglas Avenue from Commercial to Office. (ZOrd. 006-14) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-10-14: That an ordinance be prepared, a resolution drafted and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10832 A Rezone, CU, etc.. 1520 & 1536 Clark Street (Z.Ords. 007-14 & 008-14)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Kyle J. Peterson of Herman Kittle Properties, Inc. for the properties at 1520 & 1536 Clark Street, seeking an amendment to the 2035 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map designation from Industrial to Mixed Use - Residential emphasis, a rezoning from I-2 General Industrial District to I-2 with a Flex Development Overlay District, and a conditional use permit for a multifamily residential development. (Z.Ords. 007-14 & 008-14) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 12-10-14: That regarding the Comp Plan amendment to change the designation of the subject properties from industrial to mixed use with residential emphasis, that an ordinance and resolution be prepared and public hearing be scheduled. Further regarding the rezoning, that an ordinance be prepared and public hearing be scheduled. Further that the applicant provide additional information as necessary to better inform the conditional use application the 15th Street Vacation, and a Certified Survey Map and that such information be submitted for Plan Commission review and recommApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10797 A HALO HOME Funds Request (Res No. 15-0026)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Application of HALO for an allocation of HOME Funds for the renovation of 2005 Washington Avenue. (Res No. 15-0026) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 12-4-14: That the application of HALO for an allocation of HOME Funds for the renovation of 2005 Washington Avenue be received and filed. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 1-7-15: That the application of HALO, Inc. for an allocation of HOME funds for the renovation of 2005 Washington Avenue be approved, per staff recommendation and subject to HALO obtaining the advice and consent of the Uptown organization. Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement and related documents with HALO, Inc., for the HOME funds. Fiscal Note: This action allocates $319,200.00 in HOME Investment Partnership funds for the rehabilitation of a vacant eight-unit apartment building. Five apartments will be used by HALO for permanent supportive housing. Three units will be available to income qualified renters from the general public. TReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10798 A CDBG Local Option 2014 Blight Removal (Res. No. 14-0524)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Chief Building Inspector for CDBG Local Option Funds for the 2014 Blight Removal - Home Demolitions Program. (Res. No. 14-0524) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 12-4-14: That the request of the Chief Building Inspector for $85,000 from the Local Option Fund to increase the 2014 grant for the Blight Removal - Home Demolitions Program be approved. Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an amended grant agreement consistent with the increased grant. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in the Local Option Fund for this purpose.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10799 A Racine Literacy CDBG Amendment (Res. No. 14-0525)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Racine Literacy Council for an amendment to the CDBG Grant Agreement for the 2014 Adult Literacy Program. (Res. No. 14-0525) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 12-4-14: That the request of the Racine Literacy Council to revise its 2014 grant budget for the Adult Literacy Program be approved. Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an amended grant agreement consistent with the revised budget. Fiscal Note: The revision increases the amount for salaries by $1,100.00 and reduces the amount for supplies by the same amount. The total 2014 CDBG allocation to Racine Literacy Council Adult Literacy Program remains unchanged.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10800 A GED/HSED Grant Agreement Amendment (Res. No. 14-0526)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Recreation Supervisor for an amendment to the CDBG Grant Agreement for the 2014 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center GED/HSED Program. (Res. No. 14-0526) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 12-4-14: That the request of the Racine Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department to revise its 2014 grant budget for the King Center GED/HSED Program be approved. Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an amended grant agreement consistent with the revised budget. Fiscal Note: The revision increases the amount for salaries by $2,889.52; other budget lines are reduced accordingly. The total 2014 Community Development Block Grant allocation to King Center GED/HSED Program remains unchanged.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10842 A Subject: (Direct Referral) communication from the City Administrator providing a status report on a potential developer’s agreement.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) communication from the City Administrator providing a status report on a potential developer’s agreement.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10855 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Reappoint Tom Kennedy 3114 Michigan Blvd. Racine, 53402 to the Sister Cities Planning Council for a 3 year term, expiring December 1, 2017. Reappoint Linda O'Connell 2326 N. Main St. Racine, 53402 to the Sister Cities Planning Council for a 3 year term, expiring December 1, 2017. Reappoint Richard Ehlert 5749 Little Timber Dr. Racine, 53403 to the Sister Cities Planning Council for a 3 year term, expiring December 1, 2017. Reappoint Elizabeth Stoffel-Duffy 2117 Green St. Racine, 53402 to the Sister Cities Planning Council for a 3 year term, expiring December 1, 2017. Reappoint Dwayne Olsen 5118 Kinzie Ave. Racine, 53405 to the Sister Cities Planning Council for a 3 year term, expiring December 1, 2017. Appoint Michele Caskey 3334 Pleasant Lane Racine, 53405 to the Sister Cities Planning Council for a 3 year term, expiring December 1, 2017. Appoint Francisco Martinez 6607 Whitewater St. Racine, 53402 to the Sister Cities PlanniApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10483 A Communication from the Alderperson of the 6th District on behalf of Richard Christensen concerning weekend tee time rules at Johnson Park Golf CourseCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderperson of the 6th District submitting on behalf of Richard Christensen requesting a change of rules and regulations concerning weekend tee times at Johnson Park Golf Course. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 9-10-14: To request PRCS staff to work with Johnson Golf Course staff on drafting a written policy in relation to weekend tee times at Johnson Park Golf Course to be reviewed by the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services. Recommendation of the Golf Course Liaison Committee on 9-25-14: To Receive and File Item 14-10483. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 10-9-14: Staff to review the policy and to consider the suggestions and concerns discussed. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 11-13-14: Defer Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cutlural Services on 12-10-14: Recommend written policy as proposed and Golf Course staff to maintain a log of complaints. Further recommend the origApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10816 A Communication from Scott Schuit, General Manager Public Golf Associates, requesting Season Pass fee revisions at City of Racine Golf Courses (Res. No. 14-0527)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Scott Schuit, General Manager Public Golf Associates, requesting a revision of fees for Season Passes at City of Racine Golf Courses. (Res. No. 14-0527) Recommendation of the Golf Course Liaison Committee on December 3, 2014: To approve the addition of an Extended-Season Stamp as proposed by Scott Schuit, General Manager, Public Golf Associates. Fiscal Note: The Adult Extended-Season Stamp fee will be $100. The Senior Extended-Season Stamp fee will be $75. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on December 10, 2014: To approve the addition of an Extended-Season Stamp as proposed by Scott Schuit, General Manager, Public Golf Associates. Fiscal Note: The Adult Extended-Season Stamp fee will be $100. The Senior Extended-Season Stamp fee will be $75.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0493 A Life Insurance Benefits for Certain Retired EmployeesResolutionLife Insurance Benefits for Certain Retired Employees Resolved, that the plan to continue the City’s obligation to provide certain life insurance benefits to certain retired employees with a MetLife plan is approved. Note: The City has a remaining liability of $681,000.00 for 357 employees retired as of December 31, 2014. The total premium for the proposed plan is $413,584.00, payable over five years (Year 1: $117,301.00, Years 2 through 5: $82,6200.00). Further resolved, that the MetLife proposal as presented by the Horton Group is approved to be implemented. Further resolved, that 2015 budgeted funds of $92,941.17 are to be transferred from account 101.990.5970, Non-Departmental Contingency, to account 101.850.5140, Non-Departmental Life Insurance. Fiscal Note: 2015: $117,301.00 premium to be funded as follows: ($115,159.06 - 101.850.5140 Non-Departmental Life Insurance (after $92,941.17 transfer from the Contingency Account); $1,120.50 - 9265000 Water Utility Life Insurance; $1,021.44 - 6605040 Wastewater Utility Life Insurance. There are sufficient funds availabAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0498 A Official Notice #12 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire DepartmentResolutionOfficial Notice #12 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department Resolved, that the Purchasing Agent is approved to enter into multiple agreements with the lowest responsive responsible bidders for items listed in Official Notice #12 EMS Supplies. Fiscal Note: Funding for this expense in FY2015 is $100,000.00 in account 101.300.5690AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0499 A Semi-Annual Plan Certifications for Period Ending September 30, 2014 for the City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF)ResolutionSemi-Annual Plan Certifications for Period Ending September 30, 2014 for the City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Resolved, that the City certify for the semi-annual reporting period ending September 30, 2014: the City-Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Plan is consistent with and supportive of the area's current economic and adjustment strategy; and the City-RLF is being operated in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the City-RLF Plan and the loan portfolio meets the standards contained therein. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0500 A Developers' Agreement with Ashley Capital for Water Main Construction in the Village of SturtevantResolutionDevelopers' Agreement with Ashley Capital for Water Main Construction in the Village of Sturtevant Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into a Developers' Agreement with Ashley Capital for Water Main Construction in the Village of Sturtevant. Fiscal Note: The developer shall bear all costs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0501 A U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric S. Conley-Eaglebear v. Off. Miller, et alResolutionU.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric S. Conley-Eaglebear v. Off. Miller, et al Resolved, that permission is granted to the City Attorney to represent Racine police officers F. Miller and R. Rasmussen in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric S. Conley-Eaglebear v. Off. Miller, et al. Fiscal Note: None at this timeAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0502 A Modifications to City of Racine Employee HandbookResolutionModifications to City of Racine Employee Handbook Resolved, that the proposed modifications to the City of Racine Employee Handbook are approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0503 A Sign in the City Right-of-Way - Tina's Dress Boutique, 505 Sixth StreetResolutionSign in the City Right-of-Way - Tina's Dress Boutique, 505 Sixth Street Resolved, that the property owner of 505 Sixth Street 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, 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.14-0504 A 2015 "The Big Chill" Snow and Ice Carving EventResolution2015 "The Big Chill" Snow and Ice Carving Event Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on City sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 9, 2015 until they melt, with the following stipulations: A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements. B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements. C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's Office and a $75.00 processing fee paid. D. That a liability insurance certificate be filed with the City Attorney's Office. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0505 A 2015 Winter Rail Jam Mobile Snowboard and Freestyle Ski EventResolution2015 Winter Rail Jam Mobile Snowboard and Freestyle Ski Event Resolved, that Real Racine, on behalf of AGA Nation, is granted permission to close 5th Street between Wisconsin and Main Street starting at 7:00 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2015 through 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 11, 2015 to host its 2015 Winter Rail Jam mobile snowboard and freestyle ski event, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. 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 $250.00 special event fee. F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs. G. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all StatAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0506 A Contract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management ProgramResolutionContract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management Program Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., for Contract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management Program, in the not-to-exceed amount of $19,575.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 404.000.5760, Building Improvements - Building Complex.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0507 A Waive Formal Bidding Procedures for Annual HVAC Maintenance AgreementResolutionWaive Formal Bidding Procedures for Annual HVAC Maintenance Agreement Resolved, that the request to waive formal bidding procedures is 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 resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into the Annual Preventative Maintenance Agreement with Johnson Controls. Fiscal Note: The annual agreement cost for 2015 will be $101,422.00 and is available in Account 404.000.5550, Repairs and Maintenance.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0508 A Waive Formal Bidding Procedures for Purchase of Front End Loader and Loader / BackhoeResolutionWaive Formal Bidding Procedures for Purchase of Front End Loader and Loader / Backhoe Resolved, that formal bidding procedures are waived and the Purchasing Agent is authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for the purchase of a front end loader and a loader / backhoe. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this equipment is $277,000.00 and funding is available in the following accounts: $187,000.00 - Account 945.630.5010, Street Maintenance-Wheel Loader $ 90,000.00 - Account 945.630.5040, Street Maintenance-Backhoe $277,000.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0509 A Final Payment on Contract 17-12 (K2-018), PS - Roof Replacement at Transit Maintenance BuildingResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 17-12 (K2-018), PS - Roof Replacement at Transit Maintenance Building Resolved, that the work done by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 17-12 (K2-018), PS - Roof Replacement at Transit Maintenance Building, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $10,850.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-2971, dated February 22, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0510 A Final Payment on Contract 28-14 (K4-028), PS - Design of Recycling BrochuresResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 28-14 (K4-028), PS - Design of Recycling Brochures Resolved, that the work done by Corporate Images, Inc., under Contract 28-14 (K4-028), PS - Design of Recycling Brochures, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $5,100.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 14-0221, dated May 20, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0511 A Final Payment on Contract 04-13 (K3-004), PS - Memorial Hall, City Hall & City Hall Annex TuckpointingResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 04-13 (K3-004), PS - Memorial Hall, City Hall & City Hall Annex Tuckpointing Resolved, that the work done by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 04-13 (K3-004), PS - Memorial Hall, City Hall & City Hall Annex Tuckpointing, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $22,750.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 13-0021, dated January 15, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0512 A Final Payment on Contract 30-13 (K3-033), PS - Design Festival Hall & Parks Administration AC ReplacementResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 30-13 (K3-033), PS - Design Festival Hall & Parks Administration AC Replacement Resolved, that the work done by Arnold & O'Sheridan, under Contract 30-13 (K3-033), PS - Design Festival Hall & Parks Administration AC Replacement, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $16,503.85. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0189, dated May 7, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0513 A Final Payment on Contract 52-13 (K3-057), HVAC Upgrade - Equipment GarageResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 52-13 (K3-057), HVAC Upgrade - Equipment Garage Resolved, that the work done by DMJ Services, LLC., dba Action Heating Plumbing & Cooling, under Contract 52-13 (K3-057), HVAC Upgrade - Equipment Garage, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $67,306.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0358, dated September 3, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0514 A Final Payment on Contract 51-12 (K2-062), Construct Home - 1216 Geneva StreetResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 51-12 (K2-062), Construct Home - 1216 Geneva Street Resolved, that the work done by Double D Construction, Inc., under contract 51-12 (K2-062), Construct Home - 1216 Geneva Street, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $173,570.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3272, dated August 21, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0515 A Final Payment on Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home - 1029 Ninth StreetResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home - 1029 Ninth Street Resolved, that the work done by Native Construction and Landscaping, under Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home - 1029 Ninth Street, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $210,700.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3455, dated December 4, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0516 A Final Payment on Contract 63-12 (K2-074), Construct Home - 1721 Villa StreetResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 63-12 (K2-074), Construct Home - 1721 Villa Street Resolved, that the work done by Double D Construction, Inc., under Contract 63-12 (K2-074), Construct Home - 1721 Villa Street, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $174,775.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3395, dated November 7, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0517 A Final Payment on Contract 64-12 (K2-075), Construct Home - 931 Center StreetResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 64-12 (K2-075), Construct Home - 931 Center Street Resolved, that the work done by Double D Construction, Inc., under Contract 64-12 (K2-075), Construct Home - 931 Center Street, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $175,675.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3396, dated November 7, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0518 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage GarageResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage Garage Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage Garage, Kaschak Roofing, contractor, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $2,604.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 105.900.5010, BUS - Capital Projects.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0519 A Final Payment on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage GarageResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage Garage Resolved, that the work done by Kaschak Roofing, under Contract 40-14 (K4-040), Roof Replacement - BUS Storage Garage, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $136,880.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0319, dated August 4, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0520 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank StabilizationResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization, Native Construction, contractor, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $117,268.23. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 55,572.75 - Account 104.993.5430, Wash Pk Streambank A, UNP (Spring St.) $ 61,695.48 - Account 104.993.5440, Wash Pk Streambank B, (Washington Pk) $117,268.23 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0521 A Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 1693-34-07, Lake Michigan Pathway Phase 3ResolutionAmendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 1693-34-07, Lake Michigan Pathway Phase 3 Resolved, that Amendment No. 4 to State Project ID: 1693-34-07, Lake Michigan Pathway, Phase 3, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $16,065.58, with the City's share being $3,213.12 (20%), and the State's share being $12,852.46 (80%). Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this amendment be appropriated from Account 993.908.5620, Lake Michigan Pathway Phase 3A and 3B.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0522 A Contract 55-14 (K4-055), PS - Retaining Wall - Riverside and RoeResolutionContract 55-14 (K4-055), PS - Retaining Wall - Riverside and Roe Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with R.A. Smith National for Contract 55-14 (K4-055), PS - Retaining Wall - Riverside and Roe, in the not-to-exceed amount of $18,685.00. Fiscal Note: Funding for this agreement is available in the 2015 CIP budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0523 A Sidewalk Extension on Kinzie Avenue for State Project ID: 2390-09-00/70, STH 31 ResurfacingResolutionSidewalk Extension on Kinzie Avenue for State Project ID: 2390-09-00/70, STH 31 Resurfacing Resolved, that the City supports a sidewalk extension on Kinzie Avenue for State Project ID: 2390-09-00/70 STH 31 Resurfacing. Fiscal Note: If WisDOT includes sidewalk extensions, the City's participation would be 20% via sidewalk assessment.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0524 A 2014 Blight Removal - Home Demolitions ProgramResolution2014 Blight Removal - Home Demolitions Program Resolved, that the request of the Chief Building Inspector for $85,000.00 from the Local Option Fund to increase the 2014 grant for the Blight Removal - Home Demolitions Program is approved. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute an amended grant agreement consistent with the increased grant. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in the Local Option Fund for this purpose.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0525 A Amendment to CDBG Grant Agreement for the 2014 Adult Literacy ProgramResolutionAmendment to CDBG Grant Agreement for the 2014 Adult Literacy Program Resolved, that the request of the Racine Literacy Council to revise its 2014 grant budget for the Adult Literacy 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 revision increases the amount for salaries by $1,100.00 and reduces the amount for supplies by the same amount. The total 2014 CDBG allocation to Racine Literacy Council Adult Literacy Program remains unchanged.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0526 A Amendment to CDBG Grant Agreement for 2014 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center GED / HSED ProgramResolutionAmendment to CDBG Grant Agreement for 2014 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center GED / HSED Program Resolved, that the request of the Racine Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department to revise its 2014 grant budget for the King 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 revision increases the amount for salaries by $2,889.52; other budget lines are reduced accordingly. The total 2014 Community Development Block Grant allocation to King Center GED / HSED Program remains unchanged.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.13-14 A Ordinance 13-14OrdinanceOrdinance 13-14 To repeal, recreate and revise sections of Chapter 98 - Utilities, Article IV. - Wastewater System of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: Part 1: In Sec. 98-124. - Definitions, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, add the following definitions in the correct alphabetical order: “Best Management Practices or BMPs means schedules of activities, prohibitions of practices, maintenance procedures, and other management practices to implement the prohibitions listed in Sec. 98-151(a) and (b) [40 CFR 403.5(a)(1) and (b)]. BMPs include treatment requirements, operating procedures, and practices to control plant site runoff, spillage or leaks, sludge or waste disposal, or drainage from raw materials storage. [Note: BMPs also include alternative means (i.e., management plans) of complying with, or in place of certain established categorical Pretreatment Standards and effluent limits]. BETX means an aggregate concentration of total benzene, ethylbenzene, toluene, anReferred  Action details Not available
ZOrd.005-14 A ZOrd. 005-14 Rezoning 3502 Douglas AvenueZoning OrdinanceZOrd. 005-14 An Ordinance Rezoning 3502 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: Part 1: That the property located at 3502 Douglas Avenue and more particularly described as follows: “Said lands being in Racine County, WI, City of Racine, Being in the South ½ of the Northeast ¼ of Section 32 Township 4 North, Range 23 East, Running 375.4 feet Northerly from intersection of the West right-of way line of Douglas Avenue with the South ¼ line of the NE ¼ of Section 32, the to the East line of the T.M.E.R. & L Co. Right of Way, then Southerly along said East line to the intersection with the South ¼ line of the NE ¼ of Section 32, then East to the point of beginning, excepting the South 20 feet, said lands being 2.53 acres more or less” be rezoned from B2 Community Shopping District to O/I Office Institutional District. Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the City Common Council and publication or posting as required ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00865 A ZOrd. 006-14 Amendment to a Document Titled “A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035” (The Plan) for the property located at 3502 DouglasConditional Use PermitZOrd. 006-14 An ordinance adopting an amendment to a document titled “A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035” (The Plan) for the property located at 3502 Douglas Avenue, City of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: 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 Part 2: The Plan Commission of the City of Racine conducted a public hearing on November 26, 2014 to solicit opinion and educate the public on a proposed rezoning and effectuating amendment to The Plan to change the land use classification of 3502 Douglas Avenue from Commercial to Office Park; and Part 3: On November 26, 2014 the Plan Commission forwarded a recommendation to the Common Council that an ordnance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled for the rezoning or 3502 Douglas Avenue, and that a resolution and ordinance be prepared and public hearing scheduled for an amendmReferredPass Action details Not available
ZOrd.007-14 A An Ordinance Rezoning 1520 & 1536 Clark StreetZoning OrdinanceAn Ordinance Rezoning 1520 & 1536 Clark Street 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: Part 1: That the properties located at 1520 & 1536 Clark Street and more particularly described as follows: 1520 Clark Street: “Said lands being in Racine County, WI, City of Racine, Being in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest ¼ of Section 16 Township 3 North, Range 23 East, Block 84 of the School Section, in the Blake and Fish subdivision plat as described in Volume 1651, Page 473 and the adjacent vacated Blake Street (AKA Higgins Court), containing 2.955 acres, more-or-less”, and 1536 Clark Street: “Said lands being in Racine County, WI, City of Racine, Being in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest ¼ of Section 16 Township 3 North, Range 23 East, Block 84 of the School Section, in the Blake and Fish subdivision, Lot 33 and part of lot 28 as described in Volume 1832, Page 764, containing 4,707.93 square feet, more-or-less”, Be rezoned from I-2 General Industrial District to I-2 with a FD-Flex DevelopReferredPass Action details Not available
ZOrd.008-14 A ZOrd. 008-14 Amendment to “A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035” for 1520 & 1536 Clark StreetCommunicationZOrd 008-14 Ordinance adopting an amendment to a document titled “A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035” (The Plan) for the property located at 1520 & 1536 Clark Street, City of Racine, Wisconsin The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: 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 Part 2: The Plan Commission of the City of Racine conducted a public hearing on December 10, 2014 to solicit opinion and educate the public on a proposed rezoning and effectuating amendment to The Plan to change the land use classification of 1520 & 1536 Clark Street from Industrial to Mixed Use -Residential Emphasis, and Part 3: On December 10, 2014 the Plan Commission forwarded a recommendation to the Common Council that an ordnance be prepared and public hearing scheduled for the rezoning of 1520 and 1536 Clark Street, and that a resolution and ordinance be prepared and public hearingReferredPass Action details Not available