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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 8/19/2008 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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08-2529 A Monthly Building Report for July 2008.CommunicationSubject: Monthly Building Report for July 2008.Received and Filed  Action details Not available
08-2505 A claim of Robin Jacobson and Patricia JacobsonClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Robin and Patricia Jacobsen for consideration. (Res.08-1072) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-27-08: The claim of Robin and Patricia Jacobsen, 31 Sheffield for cleaning and repair expenses arising from a sewer backup into their basement on June 9, 2008 be deferred, that the City Attorney's office review the claim and conduct an analysis on the dollar amount submitted by Mr. Jacobsen and bring the item back for discussion. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-22-08: The claim of Robin and Patricia Jacobsen, 31 Sheffield Dr., requesting reimbursement for cleaning and repair expenses arising from a sewer backup in their basement on 06-09-08 be settled in the amount of $8,500. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101.990.5910 Judgments and Claims for the settlement.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2507 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a $1,000.00 donation from The Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation for a community garden.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a $1,000.00 donation from The Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation for a community garden. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-27-08: Permission granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $1,000 donation from The Sustainable Racine Fund (Sustainable Neighborhood Partnership) within the Racine Community Foundation for a community garden and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2511 A Requesting permission to accept $96,900 grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to accept $96,900 grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance. (Res.08-0997) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-27-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $96,900 agreement with the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance (Grant Control No. 2008-023) to support initiatives provided by Racine Vocational Ministry, Safe Haven Gang Crime Diversion Task Force and Why Gangs. Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2538 A Requesting permission to have Kathleen Fischer, Assistant Finance Director, Joy Hansche, Account, and himself as designated signers on all accounts associated with the Assets of Independence Demonstration Program (IDA).CommunicationSubject: David Brown, Finance Director, requesting permission to have Kathleen Fischer, Assistant Finance Director, Joy Hansche, Accountant, and himself as designated signers on all accounts associated with the Assets of Independence Demonstration Program (IDA). (Res.08-0999) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-25-08: That David Brown, Finance Director, Kathleen Fischer, Assistant Finance Director, and Joy Hansche, Accountant, be appointed as designated signers on all accounts associated with the assets of the Independence Demonstration Program (IDA). Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-2504 A Close portions of Main Street and Sixth Street for the 6th Annual Party on the Pavement on Saturday, October 4, 2008.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to close portions of Main Street and Sixth Street for the 6th Annual Party on the Pavement on Saturday, October 4, 2008, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Res. 08-0986) Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street and Sixth Street from Main Street to Grand Avenue, on Saturday, October 4, 2008, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., for the 6th annual “Party on the Pavement” event. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event; E. The sponsor shall be responsible for the signing of the necessary detours for the State Highway route; and F. The sponsor shall pay a special event fee of $700.00. Further recommends that the Referred  Action details Not available
08-2510 A Request of Adams Outdoor Advertising to lease 1673-75 State Street from the City.CommunicationSubject: Request of Adams Outdoor Advertising to lease 1673-75 State Street from the City. (Res. 08-0987) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-26-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with Adams Outdoor Advertising for the placement of a billboard at 1673-75 State Street, with the following stipulations: A. Signs shall not extend over public right-of-way. B. Lessee shall maintain the display boards in excellent condition. C. Lessee shall remove any dated or seasonal advertising within one week after the advertised event. D. Lessee shall maintain landscaping in accordance with approved plans. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2533 A Agreement for underground locating services.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to enter into an agreement for underground locating services. (Res.08-0994) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-26-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Precise Underground Marking Corp., Milwaukee, WI, to mark underground street lighting and traffic signal infrastructure at a per ticket price of $11.50 per locate with an hourly rate of $6.25 per quarter hour for any locate that exceeds 60 minutes. Further recommends that funding for these professional services are available in Account 101.590.5610, Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2537 A Request for study of quiet zones for railroad crossings.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting to hire a consultant for a study on the efficacy and cost of establishing a quiet zone for railroad crossings in anticipation of increased railroad traffic due to the expansion of the Oak Creek power plant. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-26-08: Long term deferral. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-27-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: This item is in the 5-year Capital Improvement Program and can be discussed during budget hearings.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2551 A Revise project limits for the Lake Michigan Pathway as part of the CMAQ grant which was previously approved for the Pointe Blue Project.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting authority to revise the project limits for the Lake Michigan Pathway as part of the CMAQ grant which was previously approved for the Pointe Blue Project. (Res. 08-0989) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-26-08: That the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to request from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation that the CMAQ grant for construction of a bicycle/pedestrian pathway on the Walker Site as part of the pathway project be substituted with construction of a bicycle/pedestrian pathway from DeKoven Avenue along the lake front to the southerly limits of the City of Racine at 24th Street and from Augusta Street to Melvin Avenue with linkage to the existing off street path which was constructed during Phase II of the Lake Michigan Pathway project. Fiscal Note: The CMAQ grant was previously approved in the amount of $1,278,750.00, with federal participation in the amount of $1,023,000.00 and the local share in the amount of Referred  Action details Not available
08-2552 A Request to install 2 rescue platforms and one canopy over city right-of-way at 506 7th Street and a projecting sign at 505 6th Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from L. Street Properties LLC requesting to install 2 rescue platforms and one canopy over city right-of-way at 506 7th Street and a projecting sign at 505 6th Street. (Res. 08-1004) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-9-08: That the property owner of 506 7th Street/505 Sixth Street be granted permission to install two (2) rescue platforms and a projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2530 A Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting stop sign reversal at Ashland Avenue and Bate Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting stop sign reversal at Ashland Avenue and Bate Street. Recommendation (09-15-08): Defer Recommendation (11-17-08): Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-2531 A Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting a new stop sign on Gillen Street at Madison Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting a new stop sign on Gillen Street at Madison Street. Recommendation (9-15-08): Defer Recommendation (10-20-08): Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-2532 A Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District wishing to discuss restricted parking on the west side of Hamilton Avenue near corner of Durand Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District wishing to discuss restricted parking on the west side of Hamilton Avenue near the corner of Durand Avenue. Recommendation: The request to install No Parking at Any Time on Hamilton Avenue, west side, from Durand Avenue north 40 feet be granted. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $100.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $40.00.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2536 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering wishing to discuss parking restrictions on Oakes Road, from 16th Street to 21st Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering wishing to discuss parking restrictions on Oakes Road, from 16th Street to 21st Street. Recommendation: The request to install No Parking at Any Time on Oakes Road, both sides, from 16th Street south 2,900 feet be granted. Fiscal Note: The cost of signage is paid for through shared revenue funding.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2549 A (Direct Referral) Creation of Tax Incremental District No. 16 and adoption of its Project Plan.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Creation of Tax Incremental District No. 16 and adoption of its Project Plan. (Res.08-1044) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 08-27-08: That the proposed TID No. 16 is in conformity with the City Plans and programs. Further, that the project plan be adopted. Fiscal Note: Refer to project plan.Referred  Action details Not available
08-2534 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services wishing to meet with the Committee of the Whole on September 16, 2008 to discuss the 2009 proposed Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services user fees.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services wishing to meet with the Committee of the Whole on September 16, 2008 to discuss the 2009 proposed Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services user fees. Recommendation: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-2562 A Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting to send a survey to taxpayers to find out their opinions/priorities concerning how the tax money is spent.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting to send a survey to taxpayers to find out their opinions/priorities concerning how the tax money is spent. Recommendation: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
08-2539 A Request to use park landCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Wastewater Utility General Manager requesting use of park land for construction of an underground interceptor sewer to aid in relief of flooding in the neighborhood of Virginia Street (Res.08-1016) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 9-10-08: that the request of the Wastewater Utility General Manager for use of park land for construction of an underground interceptor sewer to aid in relief of flooding in the neighborhood of Virginia Street be approved with the following stipulations: A. Obtain all necessary City of Racine and DNR permits. B. Restore ground disturbed and clean up other debris as this area is landfill. C. Replace any lost tree cover or vegetation in the area to mitigate the environmental impacts of the project. Further recommend that the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services provide limited assistance in the interest of the City to implement this project. Fiscal note: Any cost associated with afore-named stipulations be covered by the Racine Wastewater Utility.Referred  Action details Not available
08-1822 A Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to discuss returning Marquette Street and ML King Drive back to two-way streets.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to discuss returning Marquette Street and ML King Drive back to two-way streets. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (03-17-08): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (05-19-08): Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (05-27-08): That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates, Waukesha, WI, for a full traffic impact analysis to examine the feasibility of converting Marquette Street and Dr. ML King, Jr. Drive from one-way to two-way traffic for the lump sum of $19,000.00. Further recommend that since this item was not included in the 2008 budget, that it be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for appropriate funding. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (06-30-08): The traffic study be approved. Fiscal Note: This study was approved by the Public Works and Services Committee and referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for funding. Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2074 A Review interest rate and changing the 10-year street assessment pay-off to a 20-year for street paving.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 6th and 14th District requesting to meet with the appropriate committee to discuss reviewing the interest rate and changing the 10-year street assessment pay-off to a 20-year for street paving. (Res.08-0970) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: Defer the item. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 06-9-08: Defer the item. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-08: A new home owner loan program for assessment projects over $2,000 be established and funded through the 801 Special Assessment Fund. The program will be administered through the City Housing Department and follow all rules, regulations and income guidelines of the CDBG Fixed Interest Loan Program. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available to fund this program. CDBG Income guidelines will be used to determine eligibility and interest rates. Loans will require monthly payments with terms up to 20 years. All applications and subsequent loans will be handled in a manner identical to the CDBG Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2414 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a $3,500.00 donation from the Racine Community Foundation for the G.E.D./H.S.E.D. program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a $3,500.00 donation from the Racine Community Foundation for the G.E.D./H.S.E.D. program. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-21-08: The Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be authorized to accept a $3,500 donation from the Racine Community Foundation for the G.E.D./H.S.E.D. program and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2440 A Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer regarding the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-21-08: That City Officials be authorized to submit necessary information to the State Office of Emergency Government and report back at the next committee meeting. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2453 A Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to accept up to $20,000 from United Way of Racine County for the purchase and installation of new water heaters in homes affected by the recent flood.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to accept up to $20,000 from United Way of Racine County for the purchase and installation of new water heaters in homes affected by the recent flood. (Res.08-0951) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-21-08: That the City accept funding from United Way of Racine County for the purchase and installation of new water heaters in homes affected by the recent flood. Fiscal Note: No match required by the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2461 A Mt. Pleasant Agrmt.-Old Spring Rd. Water Main ConstructionCommunicationSubject: Inter-municipal Agreement Between the Village of Mt. Pleasant and Racine Water Utility Regarding Water Main Construction on Old Spring Street (Res.08-0971) Recommendation: (Direct Referral) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on July 29, 2008: Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee for approval. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an inter-municipal agreement between the Village of Mt. Pleasant and the Racine Water Utility for the water main construction on Old Spring Street. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of the project will be $140,000 that will be funded through the Water Utility.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2471 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for grant funds in the amount of $475,000 from the Wisconsin Partnership Program, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for grant funds in the amount of $475,000 from the Wisconsin Partnership Program, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. (Res.08-0969) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-08: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $475,000 Wisconsin Partnership Program grant with the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (Grant Control No. 2008-027). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2517 A Submitting the June 30, 2008 financial reports.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) The Assistant Finance Director submitting the June 30, 2008 financial reports. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-08: Item to be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2415 A American Legion Post request for storm sewer variance at 1234 Douglas Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Dorie Miller Post of the American Legion, 1234 Douglas Avenue, requesting a variance from the storm sewer requirements. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-29-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will provide a storm sewer connection for this parking lot at an estimated cost of $10,000.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2421 A Restaurant of Racine, Inc., (Chancery), Joseph M. De Rosa, President for a Sidewalk Cafe Permit w/ alcohol for 207 Gaslight Drive. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Restaurant of Racine, Inc., (Chancery), Joseph M. De Rosa, President for a Sidewalk Cafe Permit w/alcohol for 207 Gaslight Drive. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 07-21-08: That the application for a sidewalk cafe permit with alcohol, 207 Gaslight Drive, be approved pending City Plan Commission approval. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 08-11-08: That the item be received and filed per request of the applicant. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2422 A Request for a preliminary resolution for pavingCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a request from the property owners for a preliminary resolution for paving Kings Circle from Oakwood Drive to the cul-de-sac with Bituminous Concrete Paving. (Res.08-0973) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-29-08: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the prayer of the petitioners be granted. Further recommends that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of Kings Circle with bituminous concrete. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2494 A 1st District Alderman wishing to discuss the tennis court in Franklin Park.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the 1st District Alderman wishing to discuss the tennis courts in Franklin Park. (Res.08-0972) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-11-08: The Parks and Recreation Department be authorized to hire Macemon and Sons, Inc. to remove the Franklin Park tennis courts and underlying streets, sidewalks, curb and gutter and fill the excavation with black dirt at a cost of $2,100. Further recommends that $2,100 be transferred from Account 987.710.5070 (Horlick Bleacher Replacement) to Account 987-710.5090 (Franklin Tennis Court Removal). Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2499 A WE Energies notifying the City of residual groundwater contamination within the street right-of-way of 601 and 621 Water Street and 513 Grand Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from WE Energies notifying the City of residual groundwater contamination within the street right-of-way of 601 and 621 Water Street and 513 Grand Avenue. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2514 A Bid results on Contract 51-08 (K8-059), City Hall Exterior Restoration.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 51-08 (K8-059), City Hall Exterior Restoration. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2515 A Proposal for design of the Telephone System Maintenance Agreement.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a professional services proposal for design of the Telephone System Maintenance Agreement. (Res.08-0975) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract with Maron Structure Technologies, Inc., for professional services for the design of a new maintenance agreement for the telephone system, review of the system to determine if any updates are needed, and review of the voicemail system, at a cost not to exceed $9,000.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 402.000.5770, Machinery and Equipment. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2516 A CMAQ grant for the Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing for 6th Street south to the City LimitsCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting a CMAQ grant for the Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing for 6th Street south to the City Limits, (Grant Control No. 2007-025) State ID: 1693-49-01/71. (Res.08-0976) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a CMAQ project agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Signal Interconnect & Signal Timing, 6th Street, South (Grant Control No. 2007-025), State ID: 1693-49-01/71. The total cost of this project is estimated at $548,550.00, with 80%, or $438,840.00 of federal funding, and a local share of 20%, or $109,710.00. Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is available in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2518 A CMAQ grant for Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing for 6th Street north to City LimitsCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting a CMAQ grant for Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing for 6th Street north to City Limits (Grant Control No. 2007-024), State ID: 1693-49-02/72. (Res.08-0977) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a CMAQ project agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Signal Interconnect & Signal Timing, 6th Street, North (Grant Control No. 2007-024), State ID: 1693-49-02/72. The total cost of this project is estimated at $598,000.00, with 80%, or $478,400.00 of federal funding, and a local share of 20%, or $119,600.00. Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is available in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2519 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 2-08 (K8-002), BUS Administrative Office Expansion.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 2-08 (K8-002), BUS Administrative Office Expansion, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor. (Res.08-0978) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 2-08 (K8-002), BUS Administrative Office Expansion, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $39,367.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 105.900.5010, Capital Projects. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2520 A Final payment on Contract 24-08 (K8-028), Professional Services - Drainage Improvements on Victorian Drive.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 24-08 (K8-028), PS - Drainage Improvements on Victorian Drive, Nielsen Madsen & Barber, consultant. (Res.08-0974) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That the professional services provided by Nielsen Madsen & Barber under Contract 24-08 (K8-028), Professional Services - Drainage Improvements on Victorian Drive, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $29,850.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 08-0678 of March 4, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2525 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 6-08 (K8-007), City Hall Annex Masonry Tuckpointing.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 6-08 (K8-007), City Hall Annex Masonry Tuckpointing, R. D. Woods Company, Inc., contractor. (Res.08-0980) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 6-08 (K8-007), City Hall Annex Masonry Tuckpointing, R. D. Woods Company, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $9,300.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 987.210.5010, Exterior Renovations-Safety Building. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2526 A Request to discuss the award of Contract 45-08 (K8-053), Memorial Hall Exterior Restoration.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to discuss the award of Contract 45-08 (K8-053), Memorial Hall Exterior Restoration. (Res.08-0979) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That Resolution 08-0927, of July 15, 2008, be rescinded. Further recommends that Building Restoration & Preservation Corporation be released from their bid and that their bid bond be returned. Further recommends that Contract 45-08 (K8-053), Memorial Hall Exterior Restoration, be awarded to Pukall Co., Inc., Grafton, WI, at their base bid price of $82,832.00, they being the second lowest bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $69,620.00 - Account 108.988.5510, Memorial Hall Tuckpointing $13,212.00 - Account 987.210.5010, Safety Building Exterior Renovation $82,832.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2527 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-08 (K8-018), 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-08 (K8-018), 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV Contractors, LLC, contractor. (Res.08-0981) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-08 (K8-018), 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV Contractors, LLC, contractor, be approved in the amount of $36,402.71 and that will provide a time extension until October 12, 2008 to complete this contract. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $18,591.75 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewer, Var. Loc. $17,810.96 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. $36,402.71 Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2528 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 17-08 (K8-018), 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 17-08 (K8-018), 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV Contractors, LLC, contractor. (Res.08-0982) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-12-08: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 17-08 (K8-018), 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV Contractors, LLC, contractor, be approved in the amount of $31,836.10. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $17,381.78 - Account 990.906.5010, Flood Storm Sewer Repairs $14,454.32 - Account 990.907.5010, Flood Sanitary Sewer Repairs $31,836.10 Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2473 A special event parking at North BeachCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the Fourth District, asking to address parking issues at Racine's Blue Wave Beach (North Beach) during special events. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 08-11-08: That the item be referred to the Traffic Committee. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (9-15-08): Refer to the Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
08-2477 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of abandoned vehicles for July 21, 2008.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of abandoned vehicles for July 21, 2008. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 08-11-08: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: This will generate $8,111.01 in revenues.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2508 A (Direct Referral) Final payment for engineering services for Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery Crypts by Industrial Roofing Sevices Inc.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Final payment for engineering services for Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery Crypts by Industrial Roofing Sevices Inc. (Res.08-0966) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 08-11-08: That Final payment for engineering services for Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery Crypts by Industrial Roofing Sevices Inc. be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2509 A (Direct Referral) Change order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 42-07 (K7-050), Masonry, Stone and Exterior Wall Repairs at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries by Pukall Co., Inc.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Change order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 42-07 (K7-050), Masonry, Stone and Exterior Wall Repairs at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries by Pukall Co., Inc. (Res.08-0967) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 08-11-08: That Change Order #1 and Final Payment for Contract 42-07 (K7-050), Masonry, Stone and Exterior Wall Repairs at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries by Pukall Co., Inc. would be an increase of $4,005.00 for a total amount of $222,070.00 be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2165 A Vacation of north-south and east-west alleys in the block bounded by Washington Avenue, West Blvd., 13th Street and Grove Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Vacation of north-south and east-west alleys in the block bounded by Washington Avenue, West Blvd., 13th Street and Grove Avenue. Recommendation of Public Works and Services Committee: The communication be received and filed. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 8-13-08: Receive and file Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2764 A Update on county wide Smart Growth planning effort.CommunicationSubject: Update on county wide Smart Growth planning effort. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-08: Receive and File Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2857 A Smart Growth public participation plan.CommunicationSubject: Smart Growth public participation plan. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-08: Receive and File Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0298 A CUP - Philip Kuehl no. of vehicles at 1202-1212 N. Main StreetConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Philip Kuehl of Phil's Auto Sales seeking to amend a conditional use permit to expand from six (6) to fourteen (14) the number of vehicles allowed to be offered for sale at 1202-1212 N. Main Street. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: To defer. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-08: Receive and file Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0302 A Regulations of parking and storage of non-automotive vehicles.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Regulation of parking and storage of non-automotive vehicles. Recommendation of Committee on Housing & Neighborhoods on 3-29-07: That this item be deferred. Recommendation of Sustainable Neighborhood Listening Committee on 7-19-07: That this item be referred to the City Plan Commission. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-08: Receive and file Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2080 A CUP amendment change hrs at Chocolate City 522 -6th StConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Thomas Holmes representing Chocolate City seeking to amend a conditional use permit to change hours of operation at 522 Sxith Street. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 4-30-08: That the item be deferred until July 30th meeting. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-08:Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2449 A (Direct Referral) Request by Emilio S. Clarke for a conditional use permit for the EL Rodeo dance hall at 1006-1010 State Street.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Emilio S. Clarke for a conditional use permit for the EL Rodeo dance hall at 1006-1010 State Street. Recommendation of Access Corridor Development Review Committee on 7-24-08: That this item be approved, subject to the following conditions: Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 7-30-08: That the item be denied. Action of the Common Council on 8-4-08: Referred back to Plan Commission. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-13-08: That the item be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2444 A Communication from Ann M Pratt/OP Executive Director HOPES CENTER, requesting funding for counseling services at HOPES CENTER.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Ann M Pratt,OP Executive Director HOPES Center, requesting funding for counseling services at HOPES Center. (Res.08-0983) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-14-08: That $22,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the HOPES Center for counseling services. Fiscal Note:The funds are available in the Local Option Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2470 A Communication from Carla Ward of YWCA of Racine Empowering Women's Center requesting a waiver of grant condition and time extension.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Carla Ward of YWCA of Racine's Empowering Women Center requesting a waiver of grant conditions and time extension. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-14-08:That the item be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Not available
08-2489 A Request of Elliott K. Cohen of Project New Life, for Local Options funding for Nehemiah Place matching funds.CommunicationSubject: Request of Elliott K. Cohen of Project New Life for Local Option funding for Nehemiah Place matching funds. (Res.08-0984) Recommendation of Community Development Committee on 8-14-08: That $17,590 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to Project New Life as match funding for the Nehemiah Place permanent housing program. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2497 A Request by Kristin Niemiiec of Racine County Economic Development Corporation to extend the Facade Design Incentive Grant program to the downtown Racine design area.CommunicationSubject: Request by Kristin Niemiiec of Racine County Economic Development Corporation to extend the Facade Design Incentive Grant program to the downtown Racine design area. (Res.08-0985) Recommendation of Community Development Committee on 8-14-08: That the boundaries of the Facade Design Incentive grant program be extended to include the Downtown design area. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2492 A A offer to Quit-claim 1350 & 1354 State Street Properties to the City of RacineCommunicationSubject: An offer to Quit-claim 1350 & 1354 State Street Properties to the City of Racine (Res.08-1000) Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 8-06-08: That the Common Council, pursuant to sec. 66.1333 (5) (b) Wis. Stats., authorize and direct the Redevelopment Authority to acquire the properties at 1350 and 1354 State Street. Further Recommends, that the Common Council provide funds in the amount of up to $50,000.00 for closing costs, demolition of structures on the property, and one-year’s costs of holding the property. The Authority recommends that Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Funds be used for this purpose. Further Recommends, that this request be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee of the Common Council for review and approval. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-27-08: That the Quit-claim for 1350 & 1354 State Street Properties to the City of Racine be approved pursuant to sec. 66.1333 (5) (b) Wis. Stats. and that the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund advance up to $50,000.00 for closing costs, demolition of structReferredPass Action details Not available
08-2076 A Racine Zoo discuss financial terms of the operating agreement between the Society and the City of Racine.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the President and CEO of the Racine Zoo wishing to discuss the financial terms of the operating agreement between the Society and the City of Racine. Also refer to the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The item be referred to the Committee of the Whole. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-14-08: that the City apply an annual increase equal to the CPI index to the Zoo allocation. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 08-04-2008: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2433 A Communication from the CEO/President of the Racine Zoological Society wishing to meet with the Committee of the Whole on August 4, 2008 to discuss the terms of the operating agreement between the City and the Society.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the CEO/President of the Racine Zoological Society wishing to meet with the Committee of the Whole on August 4, 2008 to discuss the terms of the operating agreement between the City and the Society. (Res.08-0968) Recommendation: to increase the City of Racine's contractual payment to the Racine Zoological Society by 2.5 percent annually for the years 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012. Fiscal Note: Funding to be addressed as part of the annual budget process.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2498 A address by Police Chief Kurt Wahlen on crime and violence, and appropriation of an additional $200,000 for police overtimeCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Mayor Gary Becker requesting Police Chief Kurt Wahlen to address proactive and reactive steps taken by the Police Department in 2008, and to provide additional funding in the amount of $200,000 to the Police Department Overtime budget. (Res.08-1030) Recommendation: that the Item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee, with a recommendation that account # 101.311.5030, Overtime Salaries, be increased in budget year 2008 by the amount of $200,000.00 to be funded by the reserve fund balance for the purpose of providing additional overtime for police officers. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-22-08: Recommend that $200,000.00 be appropriated from 101.990.5970, Contingency Fund and placed in account 101.311.5030, Police Overtime Salaries. Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available for the transfer.ReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0951 A City accept funding from United Way for purchase and installation of water heatersResolutionCity accept funding from United Way for purchase and installation of water heaters Resolved, that the City accept funding from United Way of Racine County for the purchase and installation of new water heaters in homes affected by the recent flood. Fiscal Note: No match required by the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0966 A Work accepted and final payment authorized for engineering services at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery CryptsResolutionWork accepted and final payment authorized for engineering services at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery Crypts Resolved, that the work be accepted and final payment for engineering services at Graceland Cemetery War Memorial and Mound Cemetery Crypts by Industrial Roofing Services Inc., for a total contract amount of $12,800.00, be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0967 A Change Order and Final Payment Authorized for Masonry, Stone and Exterior Wall Repairs at Mound and Graceland CemeteriesResolutionChange Order and Final Payment Authorized for Masonry, Stone and Exterior Wall Repairs at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries Resolved, that Change Order #1 on Contract 42-07 (K7-050), Masonry, Stone and Exterior Wall Repairs at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries by Pukall Co., Inc., for an increased amount of $4,005.00, be approved. Funds for the change order to be appropriated from Account 207.000.5760, Mound Cemetery Maintenance Building Renovation in the amount of $3560.00, and Mound Cemetery Crypt Renovation in the amount of $445.00. Further resolved, that the work be accepted and final payment authorized on Contract 42-07 (K7-050), Masonry, Stone and Exterior Wall Repairs at Mound and Graceland Cemeteries by Pukall Co., Inc., for a total contract amount of $222,070.00 from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0969 A Permission granted for Public Health Administrator to apply for grant funds from Wisconsin Partnership ProgramResolutionPermission granted for Public Health Administrator to apply for grant funds from Wisconsin Partnership Program Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $475,000 Wisconsin Partnership Program grant with the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (Grant Control No. 2008-027) for the Fetal Infant Mortality Review (FIMR) Project of Racine. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0971 A Enter into an Inter-Municipal Agreement between the Village of Mt. Pleasant and Racine Water UtilityResolutionEnter into an Inter-Municipal Agreement between the Village of Mt. Pleasant and Racine Water Utility Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an inter-municipal agreement between the Village of Mt. Pleasant and the Racine Water Utility for the water main construction on Old Spring Street. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of the project will be $140,000 that will be funded through the Water Utility.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0972 A Permission to remove Franklin Park Tennis CourtsResolutionPermission to remove Franklin Park Tennis Courts Resolved, that permission be granted to the Parks and Recreation Department to authorize expenditure for the removal of the tennis court, street, curb and gutter underneath the tennis court at Franklin Park, and to hire Macemon and Sons, Inc. to remove the Franklin Park tennis courts and underlying streets, sidewalks, curb and gutter and fill the excavation with black dirt at a cost of $2,100. Further resolved, that $2,100 be transferred from Account 987.710.5070 (Horlick Bleacher Replacement) to Account 987-710.5090 (Franklin Tennis Court Removal). Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0973 A Preliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and DamagesResolutionPreliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and Damages RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin: 1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s): All property fronting upon both sides: BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING Kings Circle from Oakwood Drive to the Cul-de-sac. 2. Said public improvement shall consist of BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING. 3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements. 4. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten (10) annual installments. 5. The Commissioner of Public works is directed to prepare a report consisting of: a. Preliminary or final plans and specifications for said improvement. AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0974 A Work accepted and final payment authorized for Professional Services-Drainage Improvements on Victorian DriveResolutionWork accepted and final payment authorized for Professional Services-Drainage Improvements on Victorian Drive Resolved, that the professional services provided by Nielsen Madsen & Barber under Contract 24-08 (K8-028), Professional Services - Drainage Improvements on Victorian Drive, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $29,850.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 08-0678 of March 4, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0975 A Professional Services agreement with Maron Structure Technologies for the telephone systemResolutionProfessional Services Agreement with Maron Structure Technologies for the telephone system Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a contract with Maron Structure Technologies, Inc., for professional services for the design of a new maintenance agreement for the telephone system, review of the system to determine if any updates are needed, and review of the voicemail system, at a cost not to exceed $9,000.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 402.000.5770, Machinery and Equipment. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0976 A CMAQ Project Agreement with Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation for Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing for 6th Street, South to City limitsResolutionCMAQ Project Agreement with Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation for Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing for 6th Street, South to City limits Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a CMAQ project agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Signal Interconnect & Signal Timing, 6th Street, South (Grant Control No. 2007-025), State ID: 1693-49-01/71. The total cost of this project is estimated at $548,550.00, with 80%, or $438,840.00 of federal funding, and a local share of 20%, or $109,710.00. Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is available in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0977 A CMAQ Project Agreement with Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation for Signal Interconnect & Signal Timing, 6th Street, NorthResolutionCMAQ Project Agreement with Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation for Signal Interconnect & Signal Timing, 6th Street, North Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a CMAQ project agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Signal Interconnect & Signal Timing, 6th Street, North (Grant Control No. 2007-024), State ID: 1693-49-02/72. The total cost of this project is estimated at $598,000.00, with 80%, or $478,400.00 of federal funding, and a local share of 20%, or $119,600.00. Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is available in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0978 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract for BUS Administrative Office ExpansionResolutionChange Order No. 2 on Contract for BUS Administrative Office Expansion Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 2-08 (K8-002), BUS Administrative Office Expansion, Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $39,367.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 105.900.5010, Capital Projects. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0979 A Rescind Resolution No. 08-0927 of July 15, 2008 and award contract to Pukall Company for Memorial Hall Exterior RestorationResolutionRescind Resolution No. 08-0927 of July 15, 2008 and award contract to Pukall Company for Memorial Hall Exterior Restoration Resolved, that Resolution No. 08-0927 of July 15, 2008 be rescinded. Further resolved, that Building Restoration & Preservation Corporation be released from their bid and that their bid bond be returned. Further resolved, that Contract 45-08 (K8-053), Memorial Hall Exterior Restoration, be awarded to Pukall Co., Inc., Grafton, WI, at their base bid price of $82,832.00, they being the second lowest bidder. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $69,620.00 - Account 108.988.5510, Memorial Hall Tuckpointing $13,212.00 - Account 987.210.5010, Safety Building Exterior Renovation $82,832.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0980 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract for City Hall Annex Masonry TuckpointingResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract for City Hall Annex Masonry Tuckpointing Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 6-08 (K8-007), City Hall Annex Masonry Tuckpointing, R. D. Woods Company, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $9,300.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 987.210.5010, Exterior Renovations-Safety Building. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0981 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract for 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole InspectionResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract for 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 17-08 (K8-018), 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV Contractors, LLC, contractor, be approved in the amount of $36,402.71 and that will provide a time extension until October 12, 2008 to complete this contract. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $18,591.75 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewer, Var. Loc. $17,810.96 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. $36,402.71 Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0982 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract for 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole InspectionResolutionChange Order No. 2 on Contract for 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 17-08 (K8-018), 2008 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV Contractors, LLC, contractor, be approved in the amount of $31,836.10. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $17,381.78 - Account 990.906.5010, Flood Storm Sewer Repairs $14,454.32 - Account 990.907.5010, Flood Sanitary Sewer Repairs $31,836.10 Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0983 A Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to the HOPES CenterResolutionAllocate funds from Local Option Fund to the HOPES Center Resolved, that $22,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the HOPES Center for counseling services. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0984 A Allocate funds from Local Option Fund to Project New LifeResolutionAllocate funds from Local Option Fund to Project New Life Resolved, that $17,590 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to Project New Life as match funding for the Nehemiah Place permanent housing program. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Local Option Fund.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0985 A Extend boundaries of the Facade Design Incentive Grant ProgramResolutionExtend boundaries of the Facade Design Incentive Grant Program Resolved, that the boundaries of the Facade Design Incentive Grant Program be extended to include the Downtown Design Area. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0968 A Financial Terms of Operating Agreement between the City and Racine Zoological SocietyResolutionFinancial Terms of Operating Agreement between the City and Racine Zoological Society Resolved, that the City of Racine's contractual payment to the Racine Zoological Society be increased by 2.5% annually for the years 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. Fiscal Note: Funding to be addressed as part of the annual budget process.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.08-0970 A New home owner loan program for assessment projects over $2,000ResolutionNew home owner loan program for assessment projects over $2,000 Resolved, that a new home owner loan program for assessment projects over $2,000 be established and funded through the 801 Special Assessment Fund. The program will be administered through the City Housing Department and follow all rules, regulations and income guidelines of the CDBG Fixed Interest Loan Program. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available to fund this program. CDBG Income guidelines will be used to determine eligibility and interest rates. Loans will require monthly payments with terms up to 20 years. All applications and subsequent loans will be handled in a manner identical to the CDBG Fixed Interest Loan Program.AdoptedPass Action details Not available