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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 11/18/2014 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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Res.14-0401 A Vacation of AlleyResolutionVacation of Alley Since public interest requires it, the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, is hereby vacated and discontinued: That part of Block 7 in Jay Eye See Land Co’s Subdivision No 3 and Jay Eye See Addition No. 4, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Southeast ¼ of Section 18 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows: Vacate the east-west alley between lot 6 and the west 19 feet of lot 27, and lots 5 through 3 and the west 20 feet of lot 2, which lies south of Washington Ave. and east of the east line of Grove Ave. to previously vacated portion of said alley. Said described tract containing 2,235 square feet more-or-less; and That part of Block 7 in Jay Eye See Land Co’s Subdivision No 3 and Jay Eye See Addition No. 4, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin that is part of the Southeast ¼ of Section 18 Township 3 North, Range 23 East described as follows: Vacate the north-south alley between lots 6 through 8 and lots 25 through 27, which lies south   Action details Not available
ZOrd.004-14 A ZOrd. 004-14 - Rezone 3701 Durand Avenue (Res. No. 14-0452)Conditional Use PermitZOrd. 004-14 - An Ordinance Rezoning 3701 Durand Avenue (Res No. 14-0452) To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: That the property located at 3701 Durand Avenue and more particularly described as follows: “Said lands being in Racine County, WI, City of Racine, in the NE 1/4 Section 30-3-23, Beginning on the South Line Durand Avenue to a point 113.6 feet East of the East Line of Lathrop Avenue, then South 135 feet, then West 113.6 feet, then South 252.5 feet, then East 344 feet, then South 232.5 feet, then East 1037.38 feet to the West Line of Wheelock Drive, then North-Easterly along said line to the South Line of Durand Avenue, then West along the South Line of Durand Avenue 1505 feet to the point of beginning, and; the property located at 3709 Durand Avenue and more particularly described as follows: “Said lands being in Racine County, WI, City of Racine, in the NE 1/4 Section 30-3-23, Beginning at the West Line of Section 30 and proceed 660 feet south of the North Line of Said   Action details Not available
Res.14-0461 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $17,675,000 General Obligation Refunding BondsResolutionRESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $17,675,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") hereby finds and determines that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to raise funds for the purpose of refunding obligations of the City, including interest on them, specifically, the Note Anticipation Notes, dated September 9, 2014 (the "2014 Notes"), the General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2006B, dated October 5, 2006, maturing in the years 2018 through 2025 (the "Refunded 2006 Bonds"), the General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2007A, dated November 13, 2007, maturing in the years 2019 through 2021 (the "Refunded 2007 Bonds") and the General Obligation Refunding Bonds, dated December 9, 2008, maturing in the years 2020 through 2022 (the "Refunded 2008 Bonds") (collectively, the "Refunded Obligations") (hereinafter the refinancing of the Refunded Obligations shall be referred to as the "Refunding"); WHEREAS, the Common Council deems it to be necessary, desirablAdoptedPass Action details Not available
14-10737 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for a grant in the amount not to exceed $15,000 from the Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Foundation to acquire bariatric patient handling equipment. (Res. No. 14-0478)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for a grant in the amount not to exceed $15,000 from the Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Foundation to acquire bariatric patient handling equipment. (Grant Control # 2014-044) (Res. No. 14-0478) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to apply for a grant in the amount not to exceed $15,000 from the Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Foundation to acquire bariatric patient handling equipment.(Grant Control # 2014-044) Fiscal Note: The Fire Department will be providing an in-kind support for the grant in the amount of $27,800 with existing equipment, and will cover the estimated installation cost of $300. (Grant Control # 2014-044)Referred  Action details Not available
14-10758 A Communication from the Director of PRCS (Res. No. 14-0479)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for and accept grant funds in the amount of $20,000 from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Grant Control #2014-043. (Res. No. 14-0479) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for and accept grant funds in the amount of $20,000 from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Grant Control #2014-043. Fiscal Note: No match required.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10763 A Communication from Purchasing Agent (Res. No. 14-0481)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #11, Provision of Ground Maintenance, Snow Removal, and Burial Services for Racine Cemeteries. (Res. No. 14-0481) Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners on 11/17/14: to award to Reliable Property Services at their unit costs outlined in their Ground Maintenance, Snow & Ice Removal and Burial Services Bidder's Proposal for Official Notice #11 for a one-year term. Fiscal Note: Unit costs outlined are estimated to be $313,155.00 for 2015. Funds for these services are available in account 207.000.5600, Cemetery Contracted Services. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: The City enter into an agreement with Reliable Property Services at the unit costs outlined in their Ground Maintenance, Snow & Ice Removal and Burial Services Bidder's Proposal for Official Notice #11 for a one-year term. Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in account 207.000.5600, Cemetery Contracted Services.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10748 A (New) Application of Tops 3 Supermarket Inc. Manpreet Singh, Agent for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 704 High Street. (4th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Tops 3 Supermarket Inc. Manpreet Singh, Agent for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 704 High Street. (4th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on November 25, 2014: That the application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for Tops 3 Supermarket Inc,Manpreet Singh, Agent , located at 704 High Street, be approved. Fiscal note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10589 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural ServicesCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $750.00 donation from AGA Nation for the Pershing Skate Park. (Res. No. 14-0454) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-10-14: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $750.00 donation from AGA Nation for the Pershing Skate Park. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10712 A 2015 Operating Plan BID No. (Res. No. 14-0457)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Devin Sutherland, representing Business Improvement District No. 4, Douglas Avenue, for approval of its proposed 2015 Operating Plan. (Res. No. 14-0457) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-10-14: To approve the proposed 2015 operating plan for Business Improvement District No. 4, Douglas Avenue. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10713 A 2015 Operating Plan Downtown BID (Res. No. 14-0455)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Devin Sutherland, representing Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown, for approval of its proposed 2015 Operating Plan. (Res. No. 14-0455) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-10-14: To approve the proposed 2015 operating plan for Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10714 A 2015 Operating Plan Uptown BID (Res. No. 14-0456)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Devin Sutherland, representing Business Improvement District No. 3, Uptown, for approval of its proposed 2015 Operating Plan. (Res. No. 14-0456) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-10-14: To approve the proposed 2015 operating plan for Business Improvement District No. 3, Uptown. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10736 A Communication from the Deputy City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the renewal of the City's health care Stop Loss Insurance plan for 2015. (Res. No. 14-0460)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the renewal of the City's health care Stop Loss Insurance plan for 2015. (Res. No. 14-0460) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-10-14: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement under the terms of the City's 2015 Health Insurance Stop Loss Coverage with QBE Insurance Corporation through the Horton Group. Fiscal Note: 0% increase from 2014Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10711 A St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon at the North Beach Oasis. (Res. No. 14-0462)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kara Kading requesting to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop on Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon at the North Beach Oasis. (Res. No. 14-0462) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 11, 2014: That St. John's Lutheran School be granted permission to use City right-of-way for a run/walk on Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. Further recommends 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 notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal cosApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10721 A Final payment on Contract 25-11 (K1-025) PS - City Hall Renovations - Phase lV, ARC Architectural Group, LLC., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0463)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 25-11 (K1-025) PS - City Hall Renovations - Phase lV, ARC Architectural Group, LLC., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0463) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 11, 2014: That the work done by ARC Architectural Group, LLC., under Contract 25-11 (K1-025) PS - City Hall Renovations - Phase IV, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $90,200.51. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2395, dated February 1, 2011.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10722 A Professional services proposal for Contract 53-14 (K4-053) PS - City Hall Renovations Phase VII, ARC Architectural Group, LLC. (Res. No. 14-0467)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a professional services proposal for Contract 53-14 (K4-053) PS - City Hall Renovations Phase VII, ARC Architectural Group, LLC. (Res. No. 14-0467) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 11, 2014: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC. on Contract 53-14 (K4-053) PS - City Hall Renovations Phase Vll, for the not-to-exceed amount of $24,322, subject to approval by Common Council. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of the professional services be appropriated from Account 994.100.5010, City Hall Renovations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10741 A Bid results on Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab-Drainage Improvements. (Res. No. 14-0466)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting bid results on Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab-Drainage Improvements. (Res. No. 14-0466) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 11, 2014: That Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab-Drainage Improvements, be awarded to Native Construction, at their bid price of $153,715, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the 2015 Storm Water Utility Enterprise budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10743 A Amendment No. 2 to contract 51-14 (k4-051) PS-Tank Removal Services. (Res. No. 14-0465)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 2 to Contract 51-14 (K4-051), PS - Tank Removal Services, Natural Resources Tech, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0465) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 11, 2014: That Amendment No. 2 to Contract 51-14 (K4-051), PS - Tank Removal Services, Natural Resources Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $2,500. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 993.913.5010, Environmental Remediation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10744 A Professional Services Agreement to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Street, Graef-USA, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0464)CommunicationSubject:(Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a professional services agreement to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Street, Graef-USA, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0464) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 11, 2014: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 3-party contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Graef-USA, Inc. and the City of Racine for design engineering services for State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Street in the not-to-exceed amount of $359,142.80. The City's share is $89,785.70 or 25%, and the State's share is $269,357.10 or 75%. Fiscal Note: Funding for this project will be allocated in the 2015 - 2024 CIP budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10679 A (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 10/16/2014CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 10/16/2014 Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on November 11, 2014: That the item be Received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder out of the three bids was Sturtevant Auto Salvage. Fiscal Note: This will generate $18,084.00 in revenue for account 101.310.7550.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10709 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Uncorkt, located at 240 Main Street, Anthony Bigonia Agent. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Uncorkt, located at 240 Main Street, Anthony Bigonia Agent. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on November 11, 2014: That the application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Uncorkt, located at 240 Main Street, Anthony Bigonia, Agent, be approved. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10704 A CU 1607 Goold Street (Res. No. 14-0468)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Dale Parker of DJS Automotive to operate an automobile repair facility at 1607 Goold Street. (Res. No. 14-0468) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-13-14: That the item be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10708 A CU 3701 Durand Avenue (Res. No. 14-0470)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Elmwood Racine, LLC seeking an amendment to their conditional use permit at the Elmwood Shopping Center, 3701 Durand Avenue, to allow for use of a portion of the property for a storage unit facility. (Res. No. 14-0470) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-12-14: That the item be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10723 A Res.14-0401 Resolution for Alley VacationCommunicationSubject: (Res. 14-0401) A Resolution vacating the east-west alley and part of the north-south alley in the block bounded by Washington Avenue, West Boulevard, Thirteenth Street, and Grove Avenue. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-29-2014: That the alley vacations are not in conflict with city plans and prgrams and will facilitate the redevelopment of subject and adjacent lands and that the Resolution be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10739 A CU 3900 North Bay Drive (Res. No. 14-0472)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Architectural Associates, representing Dr. David Reesman, for an addition to a dental office located at 3900 North Bay Drive. (Res. No. 14-0472) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-12-14: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10740 A Use Supplement 3701 Durand Avenue (Res. No. 14-0469)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A Use Supplement to accompany the rezoning of Elmwood Plaza Shopping Center, 3701 Durand Avenue, from B-2 to B-2 with a FD Flex Development. (Res. No. 14-0469) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-12-14: That the Use Supplement be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10745 A CSM 3101-3121 Washington Avenue (Res. No. 14-0471)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by the Redevelopment Authority for a two-lot Certified Survey Map for properties at Washington Avenue between West Boulevard and Grove Avenue. (Res. No. 14-0471) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-12-14: That the item be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10757 A ZOrd.004-14CommunicationSubject: (ZOrd.004-14) An ordinance rezoning 3701 Durand Avenue. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-12-14: That the ordinance be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10727 A Idle Industrial Site Grant Application Request (Res. No. 14-0458)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority seeking permission to apply for a $1,000,000 Idle Industrial Site Grant (Grant Control # 2014-041) for asbestos and lead remediation at the Machinery Row site from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). (Res. No. 14-0458) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 11-6-14: That available funds and assistance be requested from the WEDC under the Idle Industrial Site Grant and that the rules for the program be complied with; and That the Executive Director, or his authorized agent, act on behalf of the Authority to: submit an application to the WEDC to aid in the removal of asbestos and lead in the Machinery Row site; sign documents; and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-10-14: That available funds and assistance be requested from the WEDC under the Idle Industrial Site Grant (Grant Control # 2014-041) and that the rules for the program be complied wApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10728 A Cleanup Grant Application for RSC South Lot (Res. No. 14-0459)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority seeking permission to apply for a $200,000 Cleanup Grant for the Racine Steel Castings site (South Lot) from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA). (Res. No. 14-0459) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 11-6-14: That available funds and assistance be requested from the US EPA under the Brownfield Cleanup Grant and rules for the program be complied with; and That the Executive Director, or his authorized agent, act on behalf of the Authority to: submit an application for a US EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for $200,000 to aid in the continuation of site cleanup of the south lot of 1425 North Memorial Drive (a/k/a the Racine Steel Castings property); sign documents; and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-10-14:That available funds and assistance be requested from the US EPA under the Brownfield Cleanup Grant (Grant Control # 2014-042) and ruApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10567 A Submittal of 2015 O&M/Capital Improvements Budget (Res. No. 14-0474)CommunicationSubject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Waterworks Commission Regarding Year 2015 Water Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption (Res. No. 14-0474) Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission on 9/23/14: To adopt Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11-12-2014: the Item be approved. Fiscal Note: copies of the 2015 Water Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements Budget are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10572 A 2015 Sewer Svc Rate Submittal (Res. No. 14-0475)CommunicationSubject: Submittal of the 2015 Sewer Service Rates (Res. No. 14-0475) Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission on 9/23/14: To adopt Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11-12-2014: that the Item be approved. Fiscal Note: copies of the 2015 Sewer Service Rates are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10575 A Submittal of 2015 O&M/Capital Improvements Budget (Res. No. 14-0476)CommunicationSubject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission Regarding Year 2015 Wastewater Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements Budget Recommended Adoption (Res. No. 14-0476) Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission on 9/23/14: To adopt Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11-12-2014: the Item be approved. Fiscal Note: copies of the 2015 Wastewater Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements Budget are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10641 A Communication from Mayor Dickert submitting the 2015 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds; Capital Projects and the 2015?-2023 Capital Improvement Plan (Res. No. 14-04CommunicationSubject:Communication from Mayor Dickert submitting the 2015 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds; Capital Projects and the 2015-2024 Capital Improvement Plan. (Res. No. 14-0473) Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11-12-2014: the Item be adopted. Fiscal Note: copies of the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds, Capital Projects and the 201502924 Capital Improvement Plan are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10719 A Communication from WE Energies (Res. No. 14-0477)CommunicationSubject: Communication from WE Energies requesting an easement over lands known as "The Herbert F. Johnson Memorial Park". (Res. No. 14-0477) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 11-12-14: To approve placement of easement over lands known as "The Herbert F. Johnson Memorial Park, as proposed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0454 A Donation from AGA Nation for Pershing Skate ParkResolutionDonation from AGA Nation for Pershing Skate Park Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $750.00 donation from AGA Nation for the Pershing Skate Park. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0455 A 2015 Operating Plan - Business Improvement District No. 1, DowntownResolution2015 Operating Plan - Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Resolved, that the 2015 Operating Plan for the Board of Business Improvement District No. 1 - Downtown dated September 24, 2014, is approved and the Finance Director is authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated that $197,292.00 will be raied through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Downtown Racine B.I.D.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0456 A 2015 Operating Plan - Business Improvement District No. 3, UptownResolution2015 Operating Plan - Business Improvement District No. 3, Uptown Resolved, that the 2015 Operating Plan for the Board of Business Improvement District No. 3 - Uptown, is approved and the Finance Director is authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated that $38,000.00 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Uptown B.I.D.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0457 A 2015 Operating Plan - Business Improvement District No. 4, Douglas AvenueResolution2015 Operating Plan - Business Improvement District No. 4, Douglas Avenue Resolved, that the 2015 Operating Plan for the Board of Business Improvement District No. 4 - Douglas Avenue is approved and the Finance Director is authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District. Fiscal Note: It is estimated that $50,000.00 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Douglas Avenue B.I.D.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0459 A Cleanup Grant for Racine Steel Castings Site (South Lot)ResolutionCleanup Grant for Racine Steel Castings Site (South Lot) Resolved, that available funds and assistance are to be requested from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) under the Brownfield Cleanup Grant (Grant Control # 2014-042) and rules for the program be complied with; and Further resolved, that the Executive Director, or his authorized agent, act on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority to: submit an application for a US EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for $200,000 to aid in the continuation of site cleanup of the south lot of 1425 North Memorial Drive (a/k/a the Racine Steel Castings property); sign documents; and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant application activities. Fiscal Note: A 20% local match is required for each grant for a total of $40,000.00. Funds are available in the Intergovernmental Shared Revenue Account and from the City of Racine US EPA Brownfield Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0460 A 2015 Health Care Stop Loss Insurance PlanResolution2015 Health Care Stop Loss Insurance Plan Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement under the terms of the City's 2015 Health Insurance Stop Loss Coverage with QBE Insurance Corporation through the Horton Group. Fiscal Note: 0% increase from 2014AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0462 A 2015 St. John's Lutheran School Bunny HopResolution2015 St. John's Lutheran School Bunny Hop Resolved, that St. John's Lutheran School is granted permission to use City right-of-way for a run / walk on Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon at the North Beach Oasis Further resolved, that permission is 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 notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0464 A Professional Services Agreement to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold StreetResolutionProfessional Services Agreement to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Street Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a 3-party contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Graef-USA, Inc. and the City of Racine for design engineering services for State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Street in the not-to-exceed amount of $359,142.80. The City's share is $89,785.70 or 25%, and the State's share is $269,357.10 or 75%. Fiscal Note: Funding for this project will be allocated in the 2015 - 2024 CIP budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0465 A Amendment No. 2 to Contract 51-14 (K4-051), PS - Tank Removal ServicesResolutionAmendment No. 2 to Contract 51-14 (K4-051), PS - Tank Removal Services Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 to Contract 51-14 (K4-051), PS - Tank Removal Services, Natural Resources Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $2,500.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 993.913.5010, Environmental Remediation.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0466 A Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab - Drainage ImprovementsResolutionContract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab - Drainage Improvements Resolved, that Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab-Drainage Improvements, is awarded to Native Construction, at its bid price of $153,715.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the 2015 Storm Water Utility Enterprise budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0468 A Automotive Repair Shop at 1617 Goold AvenueResolutionAutomotive Repair Shop at 1617 Goold Avenue Resolved, that the request by Dale Parker of DJS Auto Services to operate an automotive repair shop at 1617 Goold Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission at the October 29, 2014 meeting be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays. d. That no painting, tire replacement, or body work take place at this location. Also, that the overhead doors remain closed at all times vehicle work is taking place to reduce noise emission to adjacent properties. e. That all aspects of the operation of the auto repair must be contained indoors, including the storage of parts and equipment. No outdoor display or storage of products of any type is allowed. Vehicle sales by any tenant may not take place from this location. f. That aAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0469 A Use Supplement for Rezoning of Elmwood Shopping Center - 3701 Durand AvenueResolutionUse Supplement for Rezoning of Elmwood Shopping Center - 3701 Durand Avenue Resolved, that the use supplement is adopted by resolution of the Common Council in association with the Flex Development Overlay District at 3701 Durand Avenue, as contained herein: a. That all uses listed in the underlying B-2 Community Shopping District are permissible by right or by conditional use permit, except as otherwise specified herein. b. Prohibited uses shall include: 1. Adult Entertainment. 2. Additional Check cashing / Convenient Cash businesses / Payday Loan businesses (Note: one currently exists within the Plaza. No others will be permitted. If this business ceases to operate for a period of 12 consecutive months, it will no longer be permitted). 3. Dwelling Units 4. Churches or places of worship. 5. CBRF’s (Community Based Residential Facilities). 6. Parking lots for the storage of private passenger automobiles. 7. Boardinghouses, lodging houses, and rooming houses. 8. Pawnbroker businesses. c. That all applicable permits are obtained from the Building Inspection DepartAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0472 A 3900 North Bay Drive Remodel and AdditionResolution3900 North Bay Drive Remodel and Addition Resolved, that the request for the building remodel and 645 sq. ft. addition to the dental office at 3900 North Bay Drive is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans dated October 29, 2014, and presented to the Plan Commission on November 12, 2014 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. d. That all parking for the business shall be contained on-site. Street parking shall not be allowed for employees or clients of the clinic. e. That the entrance into the site off of Saxony Drive be identified as ‘one way only’ due to the angled parking. f. That if the exterior design treatment under the windows on the building exterior changes in design or materials, that revised plans shall be submitted to the Department of City Development for review and approval. g. That the hours of operation shalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0474 A Racine Waterworks Commission Year 2015 Water Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements BudgetResolutionRacine Waterworks Commission Year 2015 Water Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements Budget Resolved, that the report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Water Works Commission Regarding Year 2015 Water Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption is approved. Fiscal Note: Copies of the 2015 Water Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019Capital Improvements Budget is on file in the Office of the Finance Director.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0475 A 2015 Sewer Service RatesResolution2015 Sewer Service Rates Resolved, that the submittal of 2015 Sewer Service Rates are approved. Fiscal Note: Copies of the 2015 Sewer Service Rates are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0476 A Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission Regarding Year 2015 Wastewater Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements BudgetResolutionReport of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission Regarding Year 2015 Wastewater Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements Budget Resolved, that the report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission Regarding Year 2015 Wastewater Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption are approved. Fiscal Note: Copies of the 2015 Wastewater Utility Operations and Maintenance Budget and the 2015-2019 Capital Improvements Budget are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0477 A WE Energies Easement at "The Herbert F. Johnson Memorial Park"ResolutionWE Energies Easement at "The Herbert F. Johnson Memorial Park" Resolved, that the request of WE Energies to place an easement over lands known as "The Herbert F. Johnson Memorial Park, as proposed is approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0458 A Idle Industrial Site GrantResolutionIdle Industrial Site Grant Resolved, that available funds and assistance are to be requested from the WEDC under the Idle Industrial Site Grant (Grant Control # 2014-041) and that the rules for the program be complied with; and Further resolved, that the Executive Director, or his authorized agent, act on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority to: submit an application to the WEDC to aid in the removal of asbestos and lead in the Machinery Row site; sign documents; and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant application activities. Fiscal Note: There is a local match of $3.3 million which will come from a variety of sources including private sector investment and eligible project plan line items from TID 18.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0463 A Final Payment on Contract 25-11 (K1-025) PS - City Hall Renovations - Phase lVResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 25-11 (K1-025) PS - City Hall Renovations - Phase lV Resolved, that the work done by ARC Architectural Group, LLC., under Contract 25-11 (K1-025) PS - City Hall Renovations - Phase IV, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $90,200.51. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 11-2395, dated February 1, 2011.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0467 A Professional Services Proposal for Contract 53-14 (K4-053) PS - City Hall Renovations Phase VIIResolutionProfessional Services Proposal for Contract 53-14 (K4-053) PS - City Hall Renovations Phase VII Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC on Contract 53-14 (K4-053) PS - City Hall Renovations Phase Vll, for the not-to-exceed amount of $24,322.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of the professional services be appropriated from Account 994.100.5010, City Hall Renovations.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0470 A Storage Facility and RV Storage at 3701 Durand AvenueResolutionStorage Facility and RV Storage at 3701 Durand Avenue Resolved, that the request for a conditional use permit to allow for a storage facility and RV storage in designated areas of the building located at 3701 Durand Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans submitted to the Plan Commission on October 29, 2014, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. d. That the hours of operation be 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., seven days a week, with after-hours access by appointment only. e. That no junk or parts vehicles be stored on the premises at any time. f. That the units shall not be utilized as work spaces at any time. g. That nothing living or deceased shall occupy or be stored in any of the units, other than taxidermy items. h. That all storage shall be indoors. i. That there be no storage of potentially hazardous or flammable mateAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0471 Ae.Two-Lot Certified Survey Map for Properties at Washington Avenue between West Boulevard and Grove AvenueResolutionTwo-Lot Certified Survey Map for Properties at Washington Avenue between West Boulevard and Grove Avenue Resolved, that the request by the Redevelopment Authority for a two-lot certified survey map for properties at Washington Avenue between West Boulevard and Grove Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the certified survey map as prepared by Mark R. Madsen, dated November 10, 2014, and presented to the Plan Commission on November 12, 2014 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That any measurement discrepancies identified by city departments be rectified prior to recording. c. That the City of Racine accept the dedication of the additional right of way on Washington Avenue in the resolution approving the CSM. d. That within 30 days of the Certified Survey Map being recorded, the applicant shall provide City Development Staff a copy of the recorded document. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0473 A 2015 Proposed Budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds; Capital Projects and the 2015-2024 Capital Improvement PlanResolution2015 Proposed Budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds; Capital Projects and the 2015-2024 Capital Improvement Plan Resolved, that the 2015 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds; Capital Projects and the 2015-2024 Capital Improvement Plan, as amended, be adopted. Fiscal Note: Copies of the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds; Capital Projects and the 2015-2024 Capital Improvement Plan are on file in the Office of the Finance Director.AdoptedPass Action details Not available