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| A | | claim of USPS | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of U.S. Postal Service for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/27/17: That the claim of the U.S. Postal Service be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | GRS Development claim for 2016 tax assessment | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of G.R.S. Development, LLC for an excessive real estate assessment and taxes of the property located at 816 Sixth Street for the 2016 tax year for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/27/17: Recommend that the claim of G.R.S. Development, LLC for an excessive real estate assessment and taxes of the property located at 816 Sixth Street for the 2016 tax year be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication requesting permission to accept a $1.500.00 donation from Landmark Credit Union (Res No. 0073-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $1,500.00 donation from Landmark Credit Union for PRCS programming. (Res No. 0073-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/27/17: To accept a $1,500.00 donation from Landmark Credit Union for PRCS programming.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for and accept the Geiger Foundation grant for up to $16,000 for Technical Rescue training. (Res No. 0074-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for and accept the Geiger Foundation grant for up to $16,000 for Technical Rescue training. (Res No. 0074-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/27/17: To apply for and accept the Geiger Foundation grant for up to $16,000 for Technical Rescue training.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required by the City. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the City Administrator requesting approval to enter into an inter-local agreement with Racine County and Racine Unified School District for the operation of a joint health and wellness clinic. (Res No. 0075-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Administrator requesting approval to enter into an inter-local agreement with Racine County and Racine Unified School District for the operation of a joint health and wellness clinic. (Res No. 0075-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/27/17: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an inter-local agreement with Racine County and Racine Unified School District for the operation of a joint health and wellness clinic.
Fiscal Note: Costs associated with the inter-local agreement will flow through the health care fund. Funds are available for these costs. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the City Administrator requesting approval to enter into an agreement with Healthstat to provide clinic services for an inter-local health and wellness clinic. (Res No. 0076-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Administrator requesting approval to enter into an agreement with Healthstat to provide clinic services for an inter-local health and wellness clinic. (Res No. 0076-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/27/17: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement with Healthstat to provide clinic services for an inter-local health and wellness clinic.
Fiscal Note: Clinic costs will flow through the City's health care fund. Clinic costs are anticipated to be offset by claims diversion. The agreement will include a performance guarantee for cost savings. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Racine Founders Rotary Club requesting street closures, the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot and the Civic Centre Parking Ramp for Post Prom 2017 on May 20, 2017. (Res No. 0078-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Founders Rotary Club requesting street closures, the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot and the Civic Centre Parking Ramp for Post Prom 2017 on May 20, 2017. (Res No. 0078-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: That the request of the Racine Founders Rotary Club, to close:
Fifth Street from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive
Festival Park Drive from Fifth Street to Sixth Street
Sixth Street from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive
Pershing Park Drive from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street
Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street
from 7:00 P.M. Saturday, May 20, 2017, to 4:30 A.M. Sunday, May 21, 2017, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved.
Further resolved, that permission be granted 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 no | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Racine Director of the Ragnar Relay Chicago 2017 Race requesting permission to use City right-of-way on June 9 - 10, 2017. (Res No. 0079-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Director of the Ragnar Relay Chicago 2017 Race requesting permission to use City right-of-way on June 9 - 10, 2017. (Res No. 0079-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Ragnar Relay Chicago 2017 Race to use certain City streets for the period of 8:00 P.M. Friday, June 9, 2017 to 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, June 10, 2017, and to use City right-of-way (sidewalks and parking lanes) along the following streets:
Start at Charles Street and Three Mile Road (City limits) - Vidian/Cheska Park
South on Charles Street to Goold Avenue
East on Goold Avenue to Main Street
South on Main Street to Lake Michigan Pathway
South on Lake Michigan Pathway to Pershing Drive
South on Pershing Drive to 11th Street
West on 11th Street to Main Street
South on Main Street to 16th Street
West on 16th Street to Wisconsin Avenue
South on Wisconsin Avenue to 21st Street
West on 21st Street to Roosevelt Park Drive
South on Roosevelt Park Drive to 24th Street
West on 24th Street to Ra | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting permission to waive formal bidding procedures for ADA Lift Chair Improvements to the 5th Street Boat Launch Pier and an ADA Kayak Launch at the Pugh Recreational Area. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting permission to waive formal bidding procedures for ADA Lift Chair Improvements to the 5th Street Boat Launch Pier and an ADA Kayak Launch at the Pugh Recreational Area. (Res No. 0084-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: The request to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with Racine Municipal Code Section 46-28 that allows for the waiving of formal public bids for purchases over $25,000 for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further recommends that the City be authorized and directed to purchase from Port-A-Pier for the ADA Lift Chair Improvements to the 5th Street Boat Launch Pier for the estimated price of $26,500.00, with Grant RBF-1585 State aid in the amount of $13,250.00, and the ADA Kayak Launch at the Pugh Recreational Area for the estimated price of $31,000.00, with Grant RBF-1575 State aid in the amount of $5,000.00, they being the sole source provider of this service.
Fiscal Note: Fu | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Racine Arts Council requesting to close 5th Street, from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, from 12:00 Noon Friday, June 9, 2017 until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, June 11, 2017 for the annual Monument Square Art Festival. (Res No. 0080-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Arts Council requesting to close 5th Street, from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, from 12:00 Noon Friday, June 9, 2017 until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, June 11, 2017 for the annual Monument Square Art Festival. (Res No. 0080-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: The request to close 5th Street, from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, from 12:00 Noon Friday, June 9, 2017, until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, June 11, 2017, for the Monument Square Art Festival be approved 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, an | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Gastropub LLC dba Butcher & Barrel Gastropub, 300 6th Street, Connie Lipari, Agent. (1st District). | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Gastropub LLC dba Butcher & Barrel Gastropub, 300 6th Street, Connie Lipari, Agent. (1st District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-28-17: That the (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Gastropub LLC dba Butcher & Barrel Gastropub, 300 6th Street, Connie Lipari, Agent be approved.
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| A | | Salmon Unlimited requesting permission to utilize Pershing Park and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the 2017 Salmon-A-Rama event. (Res No. 0108-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Salmon Unlimited requesting the use of Pershing Park and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the 2017 Salmon-A-Rama event from July 12, 2017 through July 25, 2017. (Res No. 0108-17)
Recommendation of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: To approve Salmon Unlimited's request to use Pershing Park, including overnight hours, for the Salmon-a-Rama event from July 12, 2017 through July 25, 2017.
Fiscal Notes: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility wishing to meet with the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to discuss the use of Brose Park for a future underground storage basin (Res No. 0109-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility wishing to meet with the Board of Parks and Recreation to discuss the use of Brose Park for a future underground storage basin. (Res No. 0109-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: to approve the use of Brose Park for a future underground storage basin.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Elizabeth Davidson requesting to use Pershing Park as an exhange point for the Ragnar Relay Chicago 2017 (Res No. 0110-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Elizabeth Davidson requesting to use Pershing Park as an exchange point for the 2017 Ragnar Relay-Chicago event beginning 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 9, 2017 until 8:00 a.m. Saturday, June 10, 2017. (Res No. 0110-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: To approve Ragnar Relay's use of Pershing Park overnight from Friday, June 9, 2017 through Saturday, June 10, 2017.
Fiscal Notes: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the City Administrator forwarding the request of Fischer USA, Inc. to purchase City park land to enable the expansion of its Racine plant, to the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services with a joint referral to Finance and Pe | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Administrator forwarding the request of Fischer USA, Inc. to purchase City park land to enable the expansion of its Racine plant. (Res No. 0049-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2/8/17: To approve Fischer USA Inc.'s offer to purchase 32,760 SF of Pierce Woods Park to allow for the expansion of their facility.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement allowing Fischer USA to purchase 32,760 sq. ft. of land in Pierce Woods Park subject to conditions at a purchase price of $40,000.00. Further recommend that Fischer USA be allowed to purchase an exclusive ten year option for $1,000.00 on an additional 32,760 sq. ft. parcel at a price to be negotiated should they choose to exercise the option. Further recommend that proceeds from the sale of the land be fully allocated to supplement the budget for citywide tree replacements.
Fiscal Note: The $40,000.00 proceeds from the property sale will be used exclusively to supplem | Approved | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Salmon Unlimited requesting a park permit fee waiver for the 2017 Salmon a Rama event | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chairman of Salmon-a-Rama and the President of Salmon Unlimited - Wisconsin, Inc. requesting the Pershing Park permit fees be waived for the 10 day 2017 Salmon-a-Rama event.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: Recieve and File.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | SDWLFP, Project No. 4887-08 (Res No. 0047-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Water Utility wishing to discuss the Financial Assistance Agreement for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Fund Program (SDWLFP), Project No. 4887-08, Private Lead Service Lateral Replacements (Res No. 0047-17)
Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 1/31/17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Financial Assistance Agreement for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Fund Program relating to Project No. 4887-08, Private Lead Service Lateral Replacements.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Financial Assistance Agreement for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Fund Program relating to Project No. 4887-08, Private Lead Service Lateral Replacements.
Fiscal Note: This loan is in the amount of $500,000 and contains principal forgiveness in an amount up to $500,000 for private lead service lateral replacements. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | SemiAnnual RLF Certifications (Res No. 0052-17) | Communication | Subject: A request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to consider RDA resolution 17-07 recommending approval of the City Revolving Loan Fund Semi-annual Plan Certifications for the period ending September 30, 2016. (Res No. 0052-17)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 2-6-16: That the City certify the semi-annual reporting period ending September 30, 2016. Further, that the City-Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Plan is consistent with and supportive of the area's current economic adjustment strategy; that the City-RLF is being operated in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the City-RLF Plan; and that the loan portfolio meets the standards contained therein.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: That the City certify the semi-annual reporting period ending September 30, 2016. Further, that the City-Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Plan is consistent with and supportive of the area's current economic adjustment strategy; that the City-RLF is being operated in accordance with the policies and procedure | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| B | | Communication requesting that the description in the tax roll for the property located at 2707 Rapids Drive be changed to exempt non-taxable for the 2016 tax year and the tax due portion of the tax bill (excluding fees and other charges) should be written | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Assessor requesting a correction to the 2016 assessment of 2707 Rapids Drive. (Res No. 0048-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: Update the description in the tax roll for the property located at 2707 Rapids Drive (parcel # 21192005) to exempt nontaxable for the 2016 tax year and write off the real estate tax portion of the 2016 Tax Bill.
Fiscal Note: Real Estate taxes of $14,488.14 will be written off. Chargebacks will be made to the other taxing jurisdictions. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | WCMP Grant $60,000 Harborside (Res No. 0053-17) | Communication | Subject: A request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to consider RDA resolution 17-10 to apply to the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) for a $60,000 grant to assist in the creation of schematic designs which include alignment, cross section and material recommendations for public streets leading to and along the lakefront for the Harborside connections design project. (Grant Control # 00115) (Res No. 0053-17)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 2-6-17: That the Mayor, City Clerk, Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority or their designee or authorized agent act on the behalf of the City and apply to the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) for a $60,000 grant to assist in the creation of schematic designs of Harborside connections design project.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: That the Mayor, City Clerk, Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority or their designee or authorized agent act on the behalf of the City and apply to the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) for | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | RDA Budget Amendment (Res No. 0051-17) | Communication | Subject: Consider RDA resolution 17-05 recommending approval of a Redevelopment Authority budget and requesting that funding allocated to the Redevelopment Authority (RDA) in various accounts in the 2017 City budget be consolidated into a single allocation account in order to better track projects of the Authority. (Res No. 0051-17)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 2-6-17: That an annual budget for the Redevelopment Authority be created using funds allocated to the RDA from the Intergovernmental Revenue Fund that currently supports programs and projects of the RDA and consolidating the budget allocations for the various programs into a single allocation account will allow for better transparency and oversight.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: Funding allocated to the Redevelopment Authority in various accounts in the 2017 City budget be consolidated into a single allocation account in order to better track projects of the Authority.
Fiscal Note: Funds have been appropriated in the 2017 City budget for the programs and project | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Fischer USA (Res No. 0050-17) | Communication | Subject: A request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to consider RDA resolution 17-06 recommending an economic development incentive in the form of a property tax reimbursement (TRIP - Tax Re-Investment Program) to Fischer USA, Inc. to renovate and expand its current location at 3715 Blue River Avenue and to create at least 20 full-time jobs. The assistance request is to share 75% of City portion of the property taxes over a 10-year term. (Res No. 0050-17)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 2-6-17: That the request to provide financial assistance in the form of a tax reimbursement incentive (TRIP) of 75% of the City portion on property taxes to Fischer USA be approved. Further that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a finanicial assistance agreement with Fischer USA, Inc. in substantially the same form as outlined in the Memorandum from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) attached to this file.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: That the request to provide financ | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Predevelopment agreement General Capital Group LLP (Res No. 0054-17) | Communication | Subject: A request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to consider RDA resolution 17-09 recommending the approval of an option and predevelopment agreement between the Redevelopment Authority and General Capital Group, LLP regarding the redevelopment of 615 Marquette Street and 922 Sixth Street properties. (Res No. 0054-17)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority 2-6-17: To approve the option to purchase and predevelopment agreement, which lays out the terms of an exclusive option to purchase the property and discloses a purchase price and expenses between both the RDA and the developer over the next 24 months of due diligence.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: To approve the option to purchase and predevelopment agreement, which lays out the terms of an exclusive option to purchase the property and discloses a purchase price and expenses between both the RDA and the developer over the next 24 months of due diligence.
Fiscal note: The option and predevelopment agreement set a purchase price of approximately $750,000 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Ramboll Prof Services agreement (Res No. 0056-17) | Communication | Subject: A request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to consider RDA resolution 17-08 recommending approval of a professional services contract for Brownfield and Environmental Consulting Services between the Redevelopment Authority and Ramboll Environ US Corporation. (Res No. 0056-17)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 2-6-17: That the contract between the Redevelopment Authority and Ramboll Environ US Corporation be approved. Further that the Mayor, City Clerk, and Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority, or their designee, be authorized to and directed to enter into an agreement with Ramboll Environ US Corporation.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: That the contract between the Redevelopment Authority and Ramboll Environ US Corporation be approved. Further that the Mayor, City Clerk, and Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority, or their designee, be authorized to and directed to enter into an agreement with Ramboll Environ US Corporation.
Fiscal Note: Ramboll Environ US Corporation will | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Res No. 0055-17) | Communication | Subject: A request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to consider RDA Resolution 17-11 recommending approval of a new “White Box” Incentive program to encourage investment in older buildings by incentivizing conformity with new building code requirements. (Res No. 0055-17)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 2-6-17: That the White Box incentive program along with its details and application be approved. The City’s Chief Building Inspector will staff the program and provide staff review of plans to the Downtown Area Design Review Commission, who will then provide a recommendation to the RDA for funding each incentive.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: That the White Box incentive program along with its details and application be approved. The City’s Chief Building Inspector will staff the program and provide staff review of plans to the Downtown Area Design Review Commission, who will then provide a recommendation to the RDA for funding each incentive.
Fiscal Note: $100,000 was budgeted in the 2017 Intergove | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the Sidewalk Inspection and Concrete Shaving Services. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the Sidewalk Inspection and Concrete Shaving Services.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: Approve the solicitation of bids for this service.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these services is available in Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW-Sidewalks. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Jeff Collen, YMCA CEO/Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use City right-of-way, Monument Square and Sam Johnson Parkway on Saturday, June 17, 2017, for the 39th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res No. 0107-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Jeff Collen, YMCA CEO/Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use City right-of-way, Monument Square and Sam Johnson Parkway on Saturday, June 17, 2017, for the 39th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res No. 0107-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain City streets for the period of 6:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, June 17, 2017, and to close the following streets:
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street
Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street
State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic)
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street
Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffi | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to an existing agreement with Precise Underground Marking Corporation, Milwaukee, WI, for the provision of underground facility locating services for th | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to an existing agreement with Precise Underground Marking Corporation, Milwaukee, WI, for the provision of underground facility locating services for the City-owned fiber optic and electrical systems. (Res No. 0066-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That Amendment No. 1 with Precise Underground Marking Corporation to provide underground facility locating services for the City-owned fiber optic and electrical systems be approved for a one-year extension (January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017) with a per ticket price of:
Prescreens - $10.44
Locates - $13.34
Site Visit/No conflict - $13.34
Emergency During Business Hours (Clear/No Conflict/Site Visit/Locate) - $13.34
Emergency After Business Hours (Clear/No Conflict/Site Visit/Locate) - $46.38
Projects - $29.00 per hour
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these services is available in Org-Object 14012-52100, Street Lighting-Professional Services. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Richard Fortier, on behalf of the Eagle's Club, requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street from 2:00 P.M. to 2:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 4, 2017, for the 25th Annual Thoughts for Food fundraiser. (Res No. 0057-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Richard Fortier, on behalf of the Eagle's Club, requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street from 2:00 P.M. on March 4, 2017 to 2:00 A.M. on March 5, 2017, for the 25th Annual Thoughts for Food fundraiser. (Res No. 0057-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: The owner of the Eagle’s Club be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 2:00 P.M., Saturday, March 4, 2017, to 2:00 A.M., Sunday, March 5, 2017, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, 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 special event fee.
F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Con | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150050 - Construct Home - 1923 Mead Street, Double D Construction, contractor. (Res No. 0062-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20150050 - Construct Home - 1923 Mead Street, Double D Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0062-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the work done by Double D Construction, Inc., under Contract 20150050, Construct Home - 1923 Mead Street, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $212,435.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0350, dated September 1, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150018, PS - Storm Water Utility Program Support, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0063-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20150018, PS - Storm Water Utility Program Support, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0063-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the work done by AECOM, under Contract 20150018, PS - Storm Water Utility Program Support, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $58,395.13.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0090, dated March 3, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150025, PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements, Angus Young, consultant. (Res No. 0058-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20150025, PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements, Angus Young, consultant. (Res No. 0058-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the work done by Angus Young, under Contract 20150025, PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $14,200.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0104, dated March 17, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150026, PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacement, Angus Young, consultant. (Res No. 0059-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20150026, PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacement, Angus Young, consultant. (Res No. 0059-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the work done by Angus Young, under Contract 20150026, PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $13,600.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0105, dated March 17, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150057, PS - Central Heating Plant Chimney, Harwood Engineering Consultants, consultant. (Res No. 0060-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20150057, PS - Central Heating Plant Chimney, Harwood Engineering Consultants, consultant. (Res No. 0060-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the work done by Harwood Engineering Consultants, under Contract 20150057, PS - Central Heating Plant Chimney, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,050.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0341, dated September 1, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150022, PS - Recycling Services, Corporate Images, Inc., consultant. (Res No. 0061-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20150022, PS - Recycling Services, Corporate Images, Inc., consultant. (Res No. 0061-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the work done by Corporate Images, Inc., under Contract 20150022, PS - Recycling Services, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $5,100.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0102, dated March 17, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160026, PS - Capacity, Management, Operations & Maintenance Program, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0064-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20160026, PS - Capacity, Management, Operations & Maintenance Program, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0064-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the work done by AECOM, under Contract 20160026, PS - Capacity, Management, Operations & Maintenance Program, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $20,269.03.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0143-16, dated April 18, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160021, PS - Festival Hall Grounds Sinkhole Remediation, Smithgroup JJR, consultant. (Res No. 0065-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20160021, PS - Festival Hall Grounds Sinkhole Remediation, Smithgroup JJR, consultant. (Res No. 0065-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the work done by Smithgroup JJR, under Contract 20160021, PS - Festival Hall Grounds Sinkhole Remediation, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $48,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0088-16, dated March 15, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting to discuss changes to the current contractor pre-qualifications. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting to discuss changes to the current contractor pre-qualifications.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: Recommend the City Attorney codify our prequalification procedures per State Statutes.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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127-17
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 20170014, PS - 2017 Pavement Inspection & Planning, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0067-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 20170014, PS - 2017 Pavement Inspection & Planning, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0067-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM on Contract 20170014, PS - 2017 Pavement Inspection & Planning, for the not-to-exceed amount of $81,500.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the costs of these professional services are available in Org-Object 14002-52100, Professional Services, Engineer.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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36-17
| A | | Communication from Chief Howell requesting that the Public Safety and Licensing Committee request that the owner of the Riverside (Sam Naimi), appears before them and provide a coherent plan to address the nuisance property located at 3700 Northwestern Av | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief Howell requesting the Public Safety and Licensing Committee request the owner of the Riverside (Sam Naimi), appears before them and provide a coherent plan to address the nuisance property located at 3700 Northwestern Avenue.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: To affirm the recommendation of Chief Howell that the property located at 3700 Northwestern Avenue be considered a chronic nuisance property.
Also Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: That the three forfeitures under section 66-1002(g) be enforced against the property, but only to start after the date on which the Common Council approves the recommendation that the property is a chronic nuisance property.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-28-17: That the communication from Chief Howell requesting the Public Safety and Licensing Committee request the owner of the Riverside (Sam Naimi), appears before them and provide a coherent plan to address the nuisance property located at | Referred | Pass |
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25-17
| A | | (New) Applications for Soda/Water Beverage and Cigarette and Tobacco Products Retail License for FuFu's Hot Spot, LLC, 2120 16th Street. | Communication | Subject: (New) Applications for Soda/Water Beverage and Cigarette and Tobacco Products Retail License for FuFu's Hot Spot, LLC, 2120 16th Street.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing committee on 01-24-17: That the (new) Applications for Soda/Water Beverage and Cigarette and Tobacco Products Retail License for FuFu's Hot Spot, LLC, 2120 16th Street be deferred until the February 14th, 2017 Public Safety and Licensing Committee meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: That the (new) Applications for Soda/Water Beverage and Cigarette and Tobacco Products Retail License for FuFu's Hot Spot, LLC, 2120 16th Street be denied because there is a history of violations and non compliance with the family, the applicant does not have any experience running such a business and the Committee finds that Fouad Ali's application is not proper as it is a strawman application for Candace Ali.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for TBG's of Racine Inc dba Giddy Up TBG's on Douglas, 1307 Douglas Ave, Chad Londre, Agent. (4th District). | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for TBG's of Racine Inc dba Giddy Up TBG's on Douglas, 1307 Douglas Ave, Chad Londre, Agent. (4th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: That the (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for TBG's of Racine Inc dba Giddy Up TBG's on Douglas, 1307 Douglas Ave, Chad Londre, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, January 18, 2017. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, January 18, 2017.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: That the item be Received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder was Sturtevant Auto Salvage .
Fiscal Note: This will generate $17,419.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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52-17
| A | | Hearing, pursuant to Wisconsin Statues section 125.12, to consider the suspension or revocation of the Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sunshine Supermarket, Candace Ali, Agent, 1559 Taylor Avenue, Racine, Wisconsin. | Communication | Subject: Hearing, pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes section 125.12, to consider the suspension or revocation of the Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sunshine Mart, Candace Ali, Agent, 1559 Taylor Avenue, Racine, Wisconsin.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 01-24-17: Hearing, pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes section 125.12, to consider the suspension or revocation of the Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sunshine Mart, Candace Ali, Agent, 1559 Taylor Avenue, Racine, Wisconsin be deferred, until a Special Meeting of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on Wednesday, February 1st, 2017.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: Hearing, pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes section 125.12, to consider the suspension or revocation of the Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sunshine Mart, Candace Ali, Agent, 1559 Taylor Avenue, Racine, Wisconsin be received and filed due to the applicant surrendering the license on January 31, 2017.
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| A | | Repeal Remonstrance Districts (Res No. 0068-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District to the Public Safety and Licensing Committee proposing that the following actions of the Common Council creating remonstrance districts, dated May 21, 1935, be repealed: Number 39, being Item 7 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935; Number 40, being Item 12 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935; Number 41, being Item 11 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935. (Res No. 0068-17)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: To repeal the actions of the Common Council creating remonstrance districts, dated May 21, 1935: Number 39, being Item 7 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935; Number 40, being Item 12 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935; Number 41, being Item 11 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935.
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| A | | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for The Branch 1501 LLC dba The Branch at 1501, located at 1501 Washington Ave., Kristina Campbell, Agent. (3rd District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for The Branch 1501 LLC dba The Branch at 1501, located at 1501 Washington Ave., Kristina Campbell, Agent. (3rd District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: That the (New) Application for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for The Branch 1501 LLC dba The Branch at 1501, located at 1501 Washington Ave., Kristina Campbell, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| B | | Ordinance 0001-17 - Traffic Violation Fine Schedule
An ordinance to amend Sec. 94-17. Traffic violation fine schedule in Chapter 94 Traffic and Vehicles, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin. | Communication | Subject: Ordinance 0001-17 - Traffic Violation Fine Schedule
An ordinance to amend Sec. 94-17. Traffic violation fine schedule in Chapter 94 Traffic and Vehicles, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 02-14-17: That Ordinance 0001-17 to amend Sec. 94-17. Traffic violation fine schedule in Chapter 94 Traffic and Vehicles, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, WIsconsin be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Transit and Parking Systems Manager requesting approval of issuing Request for Proposals for commuter bus service between Kenosha, Racine and the Transit Center. (Res No. 0069-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting approval of issuing Request for Proposals for commuter bus service between Kenosha, Racine and Milwaukee. (Res No. 0069-17)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 02-15-17: Approve route changes, extend the current contract to June 30, 2017 pending City Attorney review, and to issue the RFP.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | CU 3430 Douglas Avenue (Res No. 0070-17) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Robert Parker seeking a conditional use permit to allow for used automobile sales and auto repair at 3430 Douglas Avenue. (PC-17) (Res No. 0070-17)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 2-8-17: That the request be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Res No. 0071-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Manager of Housing and Community Development for the allocation of up to $250,000 of NSP 1 and NSP 3 funds to build a new single-family house at 1538 Packard Avenue and up to $14,000 of HOME funds if NSP program income at the time of construction is not sufficient to cover budgeted construction contingency. (Res No. 0071-17)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 2-9-17: That the request for the reallocation of $250,000 of NSP 1 and NSP 3 funds and up to $14,000 of HOME funds for the purposes of building a single-family house at 1538 Packard Avenue be approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient NSP 1, NSP 3, and HOME funds available to meet this request. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Res No. 0072-17) | Communication | Subject: Request to adopt the proposed amendment to the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan for the City of Racine for the creation of a Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) within the Uptown, Towerview, and Knapp School areas. (Res No. 0072-17)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 2-9-17: To adopt the proposed amendment to the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and to create a Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA).
Fiscal Note: Total CDBG allocation does not change; however, the NRSA creates the ability to geographically target CDBG monies with the NRSA rather than being limited to categorical "brackets". | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Committee Appointment | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments to the following boards/committees/commissions:
Appoint Alderwoman Tracey Larrin, 1228 North Wisconsin Ave, 53402 to the Redevelopment Authority to complete a term vacated by Alderman Morgenroth, to expire April 30, 2017.
Appoint Pam Deskins, 116 10th Street, Racine, 53403 to the Landmarks Committee for a three year term to expire May 31, 2020. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| B | | Communication from Robert & Diane Anderson to exclusively use Carre Hogle Park June 23, 2017 through June 25, 2017 for a wedding ceremony and reception | Communication | Subject: Communication from Robert and Diane Anderson to obtain permits and permissions to exclusively use Carre Hogle Park from Friday, June 23, 2017 through Sunday, June 25, 2017 for a wedding ceremony and reception.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2/8/17: To receive and file the withdrawn request.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0047-17
| A | | Safe Drinking Water Loan Fund Program (SDWLFP) | Resolution | Safe Drinking Water Loan Fund Program (SDWLFP)
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to sign the Financial Assistance Agreement for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Fund Program (SDWLFP)relating to Project No. 4887-08, Private Lead Service Lateral Replacements.
Fiscal Note: This loan is in the amount of $500,000.00 and contains principal forgiveness in an amount up to $500,000.00 for private lead service lateral replacements. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Correction to 2016 Assessment of 2707 Rapids Drive | Resolution | Correction to 2016 Assessment of 2707 Rapids Drive
Resolved, that an update to the description in the tax roll for the property located at 2707 Rapids Drive (parcel # 21192005) to exempt nontaxable for the 2016 tax year and a write off of the real estate tax portion of the 2016 tax bill, is approved.
Fiscal Note: Real Estate taxes of $14,488.14 will be written off. Chargebacks will be made to the other taxing jurisdictions. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0049-17
| A | | Fischer USA, Inc. Purchase of City Park Land | Resolution | Fischer USA, Inc. Purchase of City Park Land
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into an agreement allowing Fischer USA, Inc. to purchase 32,760 sq. ft. of land in Pierce Woods Park subject to conditions at a purchase price of $40,000.00.
Further resolved, that Fischer USA, Inc. is allowed to purchase an exclusive ten year option for $1,000.00 on an additional 32,760 sq. ft. parcel at a price to be negotiated should they choose to exercise the option.
Further resolved, that proceeds from the sale of the land be fully allocated to supplement the budget for citywide tree replacements.
Fiscal Note: The $40,000.00 proceeds from the property sale will be used exclusively to supplement the purchase of replacement trees citywide. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0050-17
| A | | RDA Resolution No. 17-06 - TRIP to Fischer USA, Inc. | Resolution | RDA Resolution No. 17-06 - TRIP to Fischer USA, Inc.
Resolved, that the request to provide financial assistance in the form of a tax reimbursement incentive (TRIP) of 75% of the City portion on property taxes to Fischer USA, Inc. to renovate and expand its current location at 3715 Blue Rive Avenue and to create at least 20 full-time jobs, is approved.
Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute a financial assistance agreement with Fischer USA, Inc. in substantially the same form as outlined in the Memorandum from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) attached to Item 17-17.
Fiscal Note: The total assistance provided, based upon the 2016 property tax bill, will be approximately $11,600.00 per year or $116,200.00 over a ten-year period. RCEDC would assist the City in tracking the jobs created and the City hiring preference ratios. The assistance agreement requires: (1) that Fischer retain its existing full time workforce; and (2) create 20 full-time positions, if job creation falls below estimated levels in any | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0051-17
| A | | RDA Resolution No. 17-05 - Redevelopment Authority Budget | Resolution | RDA Resolution No. 17-05 - Redevelopment Authority Budget
Resolved, that funding allocated to the Redevelopment Authority (RDA) in various accounts in the 2017 City budget are to be consolidated into a single allocation account in order to better track projects of the Authority.
Fiscal Note: Funds have been appropriated in the 2017 City budget for the programs and projects of the RDA. $100,000.00 of Business Development, $250,000.00 of Redevelopment Activities and $300,000.00 of Land Improvements for a total of $650,000.00 will be consolidated in the Allocation account. All RDA project expenditures will then be processed out of Racine Redevelopment Authority Fund 950. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0052-17
| A | | RDA Resolution No. 17-07 - City Revolving Loan Fund Semi-Annual Plan Certifications | Resolution | RDA Resolution No. 17-07 - City Revolving Loan Fund Semi-Annual Plan Certifications
Resolved, that the City certify the semi-annual reporting period ending September 30, 2016.
Further resolved, that the City-Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Plan is consistent with and supportive of the area's current economic adjustment strategy; that the City-RLF is being operated in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the City-RLF Plan; and that the loan portfolio meets the standards contained therein.
Fiscal Note: As this loan fund was previously capitalized by the City of Racine and the Economic Development Administration, there are no budgetary or fiscal impacts at this time. Note: there is currently $84,200.00 available for lending within the City-RLF. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0053-17
| A | | RDA Resolution No. 17-10 - Application to Wisconsin Coastal Management Program | Resolution | RDA Resolution No. 17-10 - Application to Wisconsin Coastal Management Program
Resolved, that the Mayor, City Clerk, and Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority or their designee or authorized agent act on the behalf of the City to apply for the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) for a $60,000.00 grant to assist in the creation of schematic designs of Harborside connections design project.
Fiscal Note: The total project cost is estimated to be $60,000.00. At $30,000.00, the City’s funding will meet the WCMP requirement of a minimum a 50% local match. The City’s funding source will be the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund. (Grant Control # 00115) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0054-17
| A | | RDA Resolution No. 17-09 - Redevelopment of 615 Marquette Street and 922 Sixth Street | Resolution | RDA Resolution No. 17-09 - Redevelopment of 615 Marquette Street and 922 Sixth Street
Resolved, that the option to purchase and predevelopment agreement with General Capital Group, LLC, which lays out the terms of an exclusive option to purchase the properties at 615 Marquette Street and 922 Sixth Street and discloses a purchase price and expenses between both the RDA and the developer over the next 24 months of due diligence, is approved.
Fiscal Note: The option and predevelopment agreement set a purchase price of approximately $750,000.00 for the property and option consideration of $100.00 for a term ending December 31, 2018. RDA estimates that predevelopment expenses are estimated at approximately $87,000.00, to be paid through the City Intergovernmental Fund. Predevelopment expenses incurred by the RDA would include environmental assessments, building surveys, historic preservation surveys, TID revenue studies, and legal expenses. Developer will alsoiincur equivalent expenses during due diligence. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0055-17
| A | | RDA Resolution No. 17-11 - White Box Incentive Program | Resolution | RDA Resolution No. 17-11 - White Box Incentive Program
Resolved, that the White Box incentive program along with its details and application are approved.
Further resolved, that the City’s Chief Building Inspector will staff the program and provide staff review of plans to the Downtown Area Design Review Commission, who will then provide a
recommendation to the RDA for funding each incentive.
Fiscal Note: $100,000.00 was budgeted in the 2017 Intergovernmental Revenue Fund Capital Budget for a $100,000.00 White Box Incentive. The incentives will be granted for first floor, building code related improvements (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, bathrooms, ADA compliance), at a maximum of $10.00 per square foot and up to $20,000.00 per project; approximately seven incentives will be provided to building owners and leaseholders in 2017. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0056-17
| A | | RDA Resolution No. 17-08 - Brownfield and Environmental Consulting Services | Resolution | RDA Resolution No. 17-08 - Brownfield and Environmental Consulting Services
Resolved, that the contract between the Redevelopment Authority and Ramboll Environ US Corporation is approved.
Further resolved, that the Mayor, City Clerk and Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority, or their designee, is authorized to and directed to enter into an agreement with Ramboll Environ US Corporation.
Fiscal Note: Ramboll Environ US Corporation will be reimbursed on a time and materials basis for all work under EPA grants. These grants will be approved by the RDA and Common Council prior to commencements and all City expenditures will follow the requirements on these grants. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0057-17
| A | | 2017 25th Annual Thoughts for Food Fundraiser | Resolution | 2017 25th Annual Thoughts for Food Fundraiser
Resolved, that the owner of the Eagle’s Club is granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 4, 2017, to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 5, 2017, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, 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 72 hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $250 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 State Connecting Highways, arterial and collector streets to the City Engine | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0058-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150025, PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20150025, PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements
Resolved, that the work done by Angus Young Associates, Inc., under Contract 20150025, PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $14,200.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0104, dated March 17, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0059-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150026, PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20150026, PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacement
Resolved, that the work done by Angus Young Associates, Inc., under Contract 20150026, PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacement, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $13,600.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0105, dated March 17, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0060-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150057, PS - Central Heating Plant Chimney | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20150057, PS - Central Heating Plant Chimney
Resolved, that the work done by Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd. under Contract 20150057, PS - Central Heating Plant Chimney, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,050.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0341, dated September 1, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0061-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150022, PS - Recycling Services | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20150022, PS - Recycling Services
Resolved, that the work done by Corporate Images, Inc., under Contract 20150022, PS - Recycling Services, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $5,100.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0102, dated March 17, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0062-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150050 - Construct Home - 1923 Mead Street | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20150050 - Construct Home - 1923 Mead Street
Resolved, that the work done by Double D Construction, Inc., under Contract 20150050, Construct Home - 1923 Mead Street, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $212,435.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0350, dated September 1, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0063-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20150018, PS - Storm Water Utility Program Support | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20150018, PS - Storm Water Utility Program Support
Resolved, that the work done by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 20150018, PS - Storm Water Utility Program Support, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $58,395.13.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0090, dated March 3, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0064-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160026, PS - Capacity, Management, Operations & Maintenance Program | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20160026, PS - Capacity, Management, Operations & Maintenance Program
Resolved, that the work done by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 20160026, PS - Capacity, Management, Operations & Maintenance Program, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $20,269.03.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0143-16, dated April 18, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0065-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160021, PS - Festival Hall Grounds Sinkhole Remediation | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20160021, PS - Festival Hall Grounds Sinkhole Remediation
Resolved, that the work done by Smithgroup JJR, LLC, under Contract 20160021, PS - Festival Hall Grounds Sinkhole Remediation, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $48,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0088-16, dated March 15, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0066-17
| A | | Amendment No. 1 with Precise Underground Marking Corporation for Underground Facility Locating Services | Resolution | Amendment No. 1 with Precise Underground Marking Corporation for Underground Facility Locating Services
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 with Precise Underground Marking Corporation to provide underground facility locating services for the City-owned fiber optic and electrical systems is approved for a one-year extension (January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017) with a per ticket price of:
Prescreens - $10.44
Locates - $13.34
Site Visit/No conflict - $13.34
Emergency During Business Hours (Clear/No Conflict/Site Visit/Locate) - $13.34
Emergency After Business Hours (Clear/No Conflict/Site Visit/Locate) - $46.38
Projects - $29.00 per hour
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these services is available in Org-Object 14012-52100, Street Lighting-Professional Services. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0067-17
| A | | Contract 20170014, PS - 2017 Pavement Inspection & Planning | Resolution | Contract 20170014, PS - 2017 Pavement Inspection & Planning
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. on Contract 20170014, PS - 2017 Pavement Inspection & Planning, for the not-to-exceed amount of $81,500.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Org-Object 14002-52100, Professional Services, Engineer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0068-17
| A | | Repeal Various Remonstrance Districts | Resolution | Repeal Various Remonstrance Districts
Resolved, that the actions of the Common Council creating remonstrance districts, dated May 21, 1935: Number 39, being Item 7 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935; Number 40, being Item 12 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935; Number 41, being Item 11 of the Committee of the Whole of May 7, 1935, are repealed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0069-17
| A | | Contract Extension for Commuter Bus Service Between Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee | Resolution | Contract Extension for Commuter Bus Service Between Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee
Resolved, that a contract extension to June 30, 2017 with Wisconsin Coach Lines for commuter bus services between Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee is approved .
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0070-17
| A | | Automobile Sales and Repair Shop at 3430 Douglas Avenue | Resolution | Automobile Sales and Repair Shop at 3430 Douglas Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Robert Parker for a conditional use permit for an auto repair facility with auto sales at 3430 Douglas Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plan presented to the City Plan Commission on February 8, 2017 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That a revised parking layout be presented to City Development for review and approval prior issuance of an Occupancy Permit.
c. That prior to issuance of an Occupancy Permit, the parking lot shall be repaired, sealed and striped in accordance with the approved plans, and wheel stops installed along the eastern and southern edges of the parking and display areas.
d. That prior to issuance of an Occupancy Permit, a cross access and parking easement for 3430 and 3440 Douglas be recorded with the Racine County Register of Deeds, with a copy to be provided to the Department of City Development.
e. That all vehicles shall be parked in an orderly fashion and in a manner that does not hinder access | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0071-17
| A | | Build a Single-Family Home at 1538 Packard Avenue | Resolution | Build a Single-Family Home at 1538 Packard Avenue
Resolved, that the request for the reallocation of $250,000.00 of NSP 1 and NSP 3 funds and up to $14,000.00 of HOME funds for the purpose of building a single-family house at 1538 Packard Avenue is approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient NSP 1, NSP 3, and HOME funds available to meet this request. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0072-17
| A | | Amendment to 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan | Resolution | Amendment to 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan
Resolved, that the request to adopt an amendment to the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan for the creation of a Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) within the UPtown, Towerview and Knapp School areas is approved.
Fiscal Note: Total CDBG allocation does not change; however, the NRSA creates the ability to geographically target CDBG monies with the NRSA rather than being limited to categorical "brackets". | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Ord.0002-17
| A | | Ordinance 02-17 - Towing Ordinance Changes | Ordinance | Ordinance 02-17 - Towing Ordinance Changes
To repeal, amend and recreate various sections of Article XXIII. - Motor Vehicle Recovery and Towing, in Chapter 22 - Businesses, Professions and Occupations, 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: Repeal, amend, and recreate various sections of Article XXIII - Motor Vehicle Recovery and Towing, in Chapter 22 - Businesses, Professions, and Occupations, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members of the City of Racine Common Council and publication or posting as required by law.
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58-17
| A | | ELECTION REPORT FOR SPRING PRIMARY HELD ON FEBRUARY 21, 2017 | Communication | Subject: ELECTION REPORT FOR SPRING PRIMARY HELD ON FEBRUARY 21, 2017.
REPORT OF THE ELECTION OF FEBRUARY 21, 2017
STATE OF WISCONSIN )
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COUNTY OF RACINE )
The whole number of votes cast at the Spring Primary Election for the office of
Alderperson for the Fifteenth District that was held on February 21, 2017, is as follows:
WARD________LEMKE________SHAW_________HOOYMAN
34.............................163.........................24..........................26............
35.............................130.........................17..........................44............
36..............................81...........................11..........................7............
TOTAL....................374..........................52.........................77...........
We have determined that the candidates who received the largest number of votes for the office of Alderperson for the Fifteenth District is as follows:
FIFTEENTH DISTRICT
MELISSA LEMKE
JERRY HOOYMAN
and are entitled to have their names placed upon | Received and Filed | |
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