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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/20/2006 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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05-1279 A claim of Raymond LeitheiserClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Raymond Leitheiser for consideration. Recommendation: That the claim of Raymond Leitheiser be settled with payment of $9,988.76 for vehicle repairs and an additional payment of $18,000 for medical for a total settlement of $27,988.76. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101.160.5910, Judgment and Claims for the settlement.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2031 A claim of Megan O'DriscollClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Megan O'Driscoll for consideration. Recommendation: That the claim be denied. Megan O'Driscoll, 406 Main Street, apt. 2, claims reimbursement for damages to her auto after a temporary stop sign at the intersection of State Street and Main Street was blown over by unusually strong winds and struck the hood of her car as it was passing. The City denies any negligence in the maintenance of the stop sign. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2030 A claim of Dorothy MillerCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Dorothy Miller for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 06-26-06: The item be deferred. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: The claim of $350 will be settled.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2029 A claim of Jimmie & Lois BeaulieuClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jimmie & Lois Beaulieu for consideration. Recommendation: That the claim be denied. Jimme & Lois Beaulieu, 3312 Victory Ave, claim reimbursement for damages in the amount of $196.60 arising from an auto striking his fence. The Beaulieus assert the City is liable due to the fact that the car was fleeing police officers. The City denies any negligence in the manner of pursuing the offenders. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2090 A Applying State of Wisconsin Housing Cost Reduction Initiative fundingCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting approval to apply for the State of Wisconsin Housing Cost Reduction Initiative (HCRI) funding to promote home ownership in targeted areas of Racine. Recommendation: That the Director of City Development granted permission to apply for the Housing Cost Reduction Initiative (HCRI) grant, in the amount of $127,000, to be utilized to support home ownership in the north side and south side Weed and Seed areas that will be administered by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce's Bureau of Housing. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2091 A Agreement with Trans Union Residential Credit Solutions for on-line credit report services.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Housing Department requesting approval to enter into an on-line credit services agreement with Trans Union Residential Credit Solutions to receive credit reports on-line. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized an directed to enter into an on-line credit service agreement with Trans Union Residential Credit Solutions to be able to receive credit reports on line for the Housing Department. Fiscal Note: Fees for credit reporting service are available in Account No. 811.000.5610, Housing Department Professional Services.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2092 A City Attorney submitting a letter of resignation due to retirement.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting a letter of resignation due to retirement. Recommendation: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2103 A CUSP & US Conf. of Mayors & DuPontCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding with the Cities United for Science Progress and the U.S. Conference of Mayors and DuPont in the amount of $175,000, to be utilized for the elimination of childhood lead poisoning. Refer to the Board of Health. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-26-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement in the amount of $175,000, with the Cities United for Science Progress and the U.S. Conference of Mayors and DuPont (Grant Control No. 2006-019) funds to be utilized for the elimination of childhood lead poisoning. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2103 A CUSP & US Conf. of Mayors & DuPontCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding with the Cities United for Science Progress and the U.S. Conference of Mayors and DuPont in the amount of $175,000, to be utilized for the elimination of childhood lead poisoning. Refer to the Board of Health. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-26-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement in the amount of $175,000, with the Cities United for Science Progress and the U.S. Conference of Mayors and DuPont (Grant Control No. 2006-019) funds to be utilized for the elimination of childhood lead poisoning. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2107 A Amended WIC ContractCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept additional funding in the amount of $14,521 with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services to be utilized for the Women, Infants and Children Program. Refer to the Board of Health. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-26-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program (Grant Control No. 2005-048). Fiscal Note: Contract will be increased to $14,521 with no match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2107 A Amended WIC ContractCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept additional funding in the amount of $14,521 with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services to be utilized for the Women, Infants and Children Program. Refer to the Board of Health. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-26-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program (Grant Control No. 2005-048). Fiscal Note: Contract will be increased to $14,521 with no match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2113 A Amendments to the agreement for a site assessment grant for the Horlick Malted Milk Company campus.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting amendments to the agreement for a site assessment grant for the Horlick Malted Milk Company campus. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into amended contracts with Horlick Haban, LLC., to provide the funding necessary to satisfy the site assessment grant for the Horlick Malted Milk Company campus. Fiscal Note: On behalf of Horlick Haban LLC., the city applied for and was awarded a site assessment grant from Wisconsin DNR totaling $59,790. The grant required at least a dollar for dollar match, which Horlick Haban LLC. has agreed to provide. Total project costs are now estimated at $137,057. The amendment is needed to reflect the higher project costs and to restate that the project is at no cost to the city.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2121 A Library Board of Trustees requesting the City adopt a resolution to support the libraries in Racine County.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Library Board of Trustees requesting the City adopts a resolution to support the libraries in Racine County. Recommendation: Adoption of the draft resolution to provide 100% reimbursement for library services provided to Racine County residents. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2124 A Centers for Disease Control - LeadCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Centers for Disease Control in the amount up to $106,692 to be utilized for the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. Refer to the Board of Health. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-26-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement in the amount up to $106,692 with the Centers for Disease Control funds to be utilized for the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (Grant Control No. 2006-010). Fiscal Note: 50% in-kind soft match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2124 A Centers for Disease Control - LeadCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Centers for Disease Control in the amount up to $106,692 to be utilized for the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. Refer to the Board of Health. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-26-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement in the amount up to $106,692 with the Centers for Disease Control funds to be utilized for the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (Grant Control No. 2006-010). Fiscal Note: 50% in-kind soft match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2088 A Green Space and Public Facilities Grant to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer wishing to submit a Green Space and Public Facilities Grant to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to submit a Green Space and Public Facilities Grant to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the clean up of a portion of the Pointe Blue Redevelopment project. Fiscal Note: The project development agreement requires the City of Racine to cooperate with the developer to assist in acquiring various State and Federal grants to offset the cost of this development project.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2095 A Request to install projecting sign over public right-of-way at 720 High Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the owner of Too Good to be Through, 720 High Street, requesting permission to install a projecting sign over the public right-of-way. Recommendation: The property owner of 720 High Street be granted permission to install stationary, 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
06-2096 A Rojo's request to close Charles Street between Douglas and Yout on Saturday, July 29, 2006, for a fundraiser.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Rojo's Pub, 1311 Yout Street, requesting permission to close Charles Street between Douglas Avenue and Yout Street for a fundraiser on Saturday, July 29, 2006. Recommendation: Permission be granted to Rojo’s Pub, 1311 Yout Street, to close Charles Street from Douglas Avenue to Yout Street, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2006, for a fundraiser, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. Proof of liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. F. Any tents placed on the public right-of-way shall not be anchored by any means to the roadway surface. G. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limReferred  Action details Not available
06-2099 A Amendment to contract with Earth Tech, Inc., for design and engineering of Southside Industrial Park infrastructure.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting an amendment to the contract with Earth Tech, Inc., for design and engineering of Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure. Recommendation: Amendment No. 3 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,008.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from TID No. 10. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2100 A Revised project agreement for Racine Street Reconstruction, ID 2350-10-00/20/70.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a revised project agreement for Racine Street reconstruction, ID 2350-10-00/20/70. Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to sign on behalf of the City of Racine the revised project agreement for the Racine Street Reconstruction, Project ID No. 2350-10-00/20/70. Fiscal Note: The revised project agreement will result in an increase in the City share of $406,000.00 to $707,125.00 due to an increase in the overall project from $3,103.00.00 to $4,851,900.00. Funding is available in the 2006 Capital Improvement Project budget to cover the increase in cost due to the revised project agreement.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2102 A Request to fill a Stationary Engineer position in the Building Complex Division.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to fill a Stationary Engineer position in the Building Complex Division. Recommendation: The position of Building Complex Maintenance Worker, HU-9, which is vacant due to a retirement, be filled and any subsequent positions that result from the posting of this position. Further recommends that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for their consideration. Fiscal Note: Funds are provided in the 2006 Operating Budget.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2117 A Supplement Agreement between Union Pacific Railroad and the City of RacineCommunicationSubject: Communication from Claes Wennerth of Alloc Inc., submitting a Supplemental Agreement between the Union Pacific Railroad Company and the City of Racine relating to the Alloc rail spur. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a supplemental agreement with the Union Pacific and City of Racine Basic Agreement Audit Number 212180 of January 27, 1999 which provides for the extension of a spur line to the Alloc Inc. manufacturing complex. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2118 A James Andrews request to allow electric energy efficient vehicles on the roads.CommunicationSubject: Communication from James Andrews requesting an ordinance to allow electric energy efficient vehicles on the roads. Recommendation: The communication be referred to the City Attorney’s office for their review of appropriate State statutes regarding this issue and to advise the committee as to the appropriate action. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2089 A Application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1743 State Street (Renewal).CommunicationSubject: The following (Renewal) applications for a 2006-2007 "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for: La Condesa, LLC 1743 State Street Margarita Vasquez, Agent Hillside Lanes, Inc. 1400 Thirteenth Street Richard Wonders, Agent The following (Renewal) application for a Class "A" Retail FErmented Malt Beverage License for: MA Investments 930 Washington Avenue Maqbool Muhammad, Agent Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/26/06: That the licenses be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2094 A K-ZAG Enterprise, LLC., Jon Keiffer, Agent, for a "Class B" RetailCommunicationSubject: Application of K-ZAG Enterprise, LLC., Jon Keiffer, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1300 N. Main Street.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2101 A Request permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for paint removal, mansonry restoration and construction management at Mound Cemetery maintenance building.CommunicationSubject: Request permission to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for paint removal, mansonry restoration and construction management at Mound Cemetery maintenance building. Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee on 06/26/06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be given permission to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for paint removal, mansonry restoration and construction management at Mound Cemetery maintenance building. Fiscal Note: 7% with a mininimum of $2,500 Renovate Mound Maintenance Building Account #207.000.5760.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2112 A Sidewalk Cafe Permit for Javavino, 424 Main Street.CommunicationSubject: (New) The following Application for a "Class C" & Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License to include Sidewalk Cafe Permit for Javavino, 424 Main Street. Also refer to City Plan Commission. Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/26/06: That the item be approved. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 6-28-06: That the request by Ramez Abdulnour of-Javavion for a sidewalk café at 424 Main Street be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the design of the tables and chairs as presented to the Plan Commission on June 28, 2006 are found to not detract from the aesthetics of the surrounding area and that the locations of the sidewalk café are found to be suitable for a sidewalk café. b. That a total of three tables be allowed, with each table having no more than two chairs. Due to the concerns regarding sidewalk obstruction, maintenance of proper barriers and need for clear paths, one or more table may need to be designate “non-alcohol” tables. c. That it is noted that the application also Referred  Action details Not available
06-2112 A Sidewalk Cafe Permit for Javavino, 424 Main Street.CommunicationSubject: (New) The following Application for a "Class C" & Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License to include Sidewalk Cafe Permit for Javavino, 424 Main Street. Also refer to City Plan Commission. Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/26/06: That the item be approved. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 6-28-06: That the request by Ramez Abdulnour of-Javavion for a sidewalk café at 424 Main Street be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the design of the tables and chairs as presented to the Plan Commission on June 28, 2006 are found to not detract from the aesthetics of the surrounding area and that the locations of the sidewalk café are found to be suitable for a sidewalk café. b. That a total of three tables be allowed, with each table having no more than two chairs. Due to the concerns regarding sidewalk obstruction, maintenance of proper barriers and need for clear paths, one or more table may need to be designate “non-alcohol” tables. c. That it is noted that the application also Referred  Action details Not available
06-2119 A Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1720 Douglas Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Waheguru, LLC, Satinder Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1720 Douglas Avenue. (4th District) (Alderman of the 4th District included in reference) (The agent has been requested to appear) Recommendation of the License & Welfare of 06/26/06: That the license be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2084 A Communication from Family Service of Racine requesting the extension of the trolley service on Sunday, August 6, 2006 to the DeKoven Center at 20th and Wisconsin for the Taste of Racine.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Family Service of Racine requesting the extension of the trolley service on Sunday, August 6, 2006 to the DeKoven Center at 20th and Wisconsin for the Taste of Racine. Recommendation: Request be granted and that a second trolley be placed in service on Sunday, August 6, 2006, to serve the Taste of Racine Festival at the DeKoven Center, and further recommend that the City of Racine accept a $250 donation from Family Services of Racine to help offset the cost of the extra service. Fiscal Note: The City will accept a donation of $250 to help offset the cost of additional trolley service on August 6, 2006.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2085 A Communication from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation submitting a 2006 CMAQ marketing contract for the Belle Urban System.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation submitting a 2006 CMAQ marketing contract for the Belle Urban System. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: The grant provides $86,266 in federal funds for marketing of the Belle Urban System.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2111 A Communication from the Kenosha Racine Bike Club requesting permission for the Belle Urban System to accept a $1,500 donation for the purchase of bike racks for city buses.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Kenosha Racine Bike Club requesting permission for the Belle Urban System to accept a $1,500 donation for the purchase of bike racks for city buses. Recommendation: The funds be accepted and placed in account 105.000.2480, Deferred Revenue, and be combined with grant funds in 2007 for the purchase of bicycle racks on Belle Urban System buses. Fiscal Note: The City is accepting a donation of $1,500 to purchase two bicycle racks for installation on Belle Urban System buses.Referred  Action details Not available
06-2115 A Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2006 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2006 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2122 A Compliance review of the conditonal use permit for the Journal Times to expand operations at 212 & 300 Fourth Street.CommunicationSubject: Compliance review of the conditional use permit for the Journal Times to expand operations at 212 & 300 Fourth Street. Recommendation: That photographic documentation of the building and selected artifacts for preservation be accomplished to Wisconsin Historical Society standards and that a set of those photos be provided to the Landmarks Preservation Commission, the Racine Heritage Museum, the Racine Fire Belles and the Racine Fire Department. Further, that the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2093 A Project New Life requesting CDBG 2005 extension for their Nehemiah Place Project.CommunicationSubject: Project New Life requests an extension to January 1, 2007 of its 2005 Community Development Block Grant for the Nehemiah Place project. Recommendation: That an extension to January 1, 2007 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-2120 A The use of HOME funds or CDBG funds to help sponsor a tour of affordable homes, and home buying fair.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to meet with CDBG committee to discuss the use of HOME funds or CDBG funds to help sponsor a tour of affordable homes, and home buying fair. Recommendation: That up to $2,500 be allocated from the CDBG Local Option Fund to sponsor a tour of affordable homes and home buying fair. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1941 A Requesting to appear before the committee to discuss filling a part-time payroll technician position.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Finance Director requesting to appear before the committee to discuss filling a part-time payroll technician position. Recommendation: That the position of part-time payroll technician in the Finance Department be filled. Fiscal Note: Funding for this position is provided for in the 2006 budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1977 A Summary of the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine Police Staff Officers' Association for 2005-2006 and 2007-2008.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Human Resources requesting, in closed session, to discuss a summary of the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine Police Staff Officers' Association for 2005-2006 and 2007-2008. Recommendation: That the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine Police Staff Officers' Association for 2005-2006 and 2007-2008 be approved. Fiscal Note: That the cost to the City will be in 2006, $40,507.63 and 2007, $34,527.99, minus potential savings due to $10 physician visit charge and $100 emergency room visit charge.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
COrd.0002-06 A CHARTER ORDINANCE - To amend Sec. 4-31(d) of the Charter Ordinances relating to Budget - Date of adoption.Charter OrdinanceCHARTER ORDINANCE - To amend Sec. 4-31(d) of the Charter Ordinances relating to Budget - Date of adoption. To amend Sec. 4-31(d) of the Charter Ordinances of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Budget - Date of adoption. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 4-31(d) of the Charter Ordinances of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the phrase ", on or before November 20" and inserting "at its second regular meeting of November" in its place. Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect 60 days after passage and publication, subject to Wis. Stat. s. 66.0101(5). Passed by the Common Council: ___________________________ Approved: ___________________________ ___________________________ Mayor Attest: ___________________________ City Clerk Recommendation: That Charter Ordinance 0002-06 be adopted. FISCAL NOTE: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.24-06 A Ordinance No. 24-06 to amend Sec. 2-453 of the Municipal Code relating to City Clerk - Presenting communications.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 24-06 to amend Sec. 2-453 of the Municipal Code relating to City Clerk - presenting communications. ORDINANCE NO. 24-06 To amend Sec. 2-453 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Administration - City Clerk; Presenting communications. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 2-453 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the phrase "5:00 p.m. of the day" and inserting "noon on the Friday" in its place. Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: __________________________ Approved: __________________________ __________________________ Mayor Attest: __________________________ City Clerk Recommendation: That Ordinance 24-06 be adopted. FISCAL NOTE: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
06-2051 A Human Resources Director submitting a tentative agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine Firefighters Local 321.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Human Resource Director requesting to, in closed session, discuss collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local No. 321, AFL-CIO for 2006-2008. Recommendation: That the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local No. 321, AFL-CIO for 2006-2008 be approved. Fiscal Note: That the costs to the City will be in 2006, $236,682.20; 2007, $378,511.98; and 2008, $348,420.46. Increases do not include potential savings from premium contributions and plan design changes.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2062 A Request to apply for one year grant from Target Corp. in the amount of $2,500.00 for the Mayor's Back to School - Stay in School program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to apply for a one-year grant from Target Corp. (Grant Control No. 2006-029) in the amount of $2,500.00 for the Mayor's Back to School - Stay in School program. Recommendation: That permission granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to apply for the one-year grant from Target Corporation (Grant Control No. 2006-029) in the amount of $2,500 to be utilized for the Mayor's Back to School/Stay in School program. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1742 A Selling of an excess parking lot on Villa Street between 7th & 8th Streets.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to meet with the appropriate committees to discuss the selling of an excess parking lot on Villa Street between 7th & 8th Streets. Transit & Parking Recommendation: The Villa Street half of the Park-Villa Parking Lot be declared surplus and that the matter be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee for disposal of the surplus property. Fiscal Note: The Parking System will generate an unknown amount of revenue from the sale of this parking lot. CPC 4-26-06 Recommendation: Adopt, as proposal is consistent with City plans and programs. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (6-13-06): That Lot 7 and the north 40’ of Lot 10 of Block 6, School Section, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin, be donated to the Habitat for Humanity with the following stipulations: A. Habitat for Humanity pay all costs associated with the transfer of this property. B. Habitat for Humanity be required to build upon this property within two (2) years from the date of Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1899 A Request to put awnings on the property at 440 Main Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Godske Awnings & Textiles, Inc. requesting permission to put awnings on the property at 440 Main Street. Recommendation: The property owner of 440 Main Street be granted permission to install stationary, projecting awnings, 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.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1973 A Caledonia Historical Society request to obtain the flagpole from the former Walker Manufacturing site.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Caledonia Historical Society requesting to obtain the flagpole from the former Walker Manufacturing site. Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Caledonia Historical Society to remove the flagpole from the former Walker Manufacturing site contingent upon a Hold Harmless Agreement being executed and a Certificate of Insurance being provided to the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1981 A Communication from Chief of Police David H. Spenner, requesting reserved parking paces for civilian employees, who arrive and leave work during hours of darkeness, in the Annex Parking Lot. Communication from Chief of Police David H. Spenner, requestinCommunicationSubject: Communication from Chief of Police David H. Spenner, requesting reserved parking paces for civilian employees, who arrive and leave work during hours of darkness, in the Annex Parking Lot. Recommendation: The request of the Chief of Police to reserve 10 parking spaces for civilian employees be approved. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to provide the necessary signage to reserve these spaces.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1995 A Proposal from HNTB for professional engineering services to investigate a structural problem at the Main Street Bridge.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal from HNTB for professional engineering services to investigate a structural problem at the Main Street Bridge. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services contract with HNTB to provide professional engineering services to investigate a structural problem at the Main Street Bridge at a cost not-to-exceed $25,500.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.520.5500, Repairs and Maintenance. Any costs associated with these repairs are reimbursable by the State of Wisconsin. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2021 A YMCA request to renew the lease for the parking lot adjacent to their property.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the YMCA, 725 Lake Avenue, requesting to renew the lease for the parking lot adjacent to their property. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2047 A Request to install awnings on the property at 2355 Meachem Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Godske Awnings & Textiles, Inc. requesting permission to install awnings on the property at 2355 Meachem Street. Recommendation: The property owner of 2355 Meachem Street be granted permission to install stationary, projecting awnings, 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.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2053 A Acquisition of land for extension of Oakes Road.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a Relocation Plat for the acquisition of land necessary for the extension of Oakes Road between 16th Street south to the city limits. Recommendation: The Relocation Plat for the acquisition of land necessary for the extension of Oakes Road from 16th Street south to the city limits be approved. Further recommends that the City Attorney be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps for the acquisition of land for this project. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of land acquisition will be provided from sewer revenue dollars.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2064 A Final payment on Contract 11-05(K5-016), 2005 Pavement Inspections, Earth Tech, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 11-05 (K5-016), 2005 Pavement Inspections, Earth Tech, Inc., contractor. Recommendation: The work of Earth Tech, Inc., under Contract 11-05 (K5-016), 2005 Pavement Inspections, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $82,615.58. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6404 of March 1, 2005.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2065 A Final payment on Contract 30-05(K5-037), Street Paving, LaLonde Contractor's, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 30-05 (K5-037), Street Paving, LaLonde Contractor's, Inc., contractor. Recommendation: The work of LaLonde Contractors, Inc., under Contract 30-05 (K5-037), Street Paving, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,009,415.47. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6536 of June 21, 2005.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2068 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 07-06(K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 07-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, contractor. Recommendation: Change Order No. 1 on Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $11,825.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 5,912.50 - Account 986.907.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Locations $ 5,912.50 - Account 1s $11,825.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2070 A Ordinance 22-06 to amend Sec. 2-291 of the Municipal Code relating to Administration - Transit and Parking Commission.CommunicationSubject: Ordinance 22-06 to amend Sec. 2-291 of the Municipal Code relating to Administration - Transit and Parking Commission. Recommendation: Ordinance 22-06 to amend Sec. 2-291 of the Municipal Code relating to Administration - Transit and Parking Commission, be adopted. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2071 A Ordinance 23-06 - To create 94-166 of the Municipal Code relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Area privilege fees at all times.CommunicationSubject: Ordinance 23-06 - To create 94-166 of the Municipal Code relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Area privilege fees at all times. Recommendation: Ordinance 23-06 to create 94-166 of the Municipal Code relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Area privilege fees at all times, be adopted. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2087 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 58-05(K5-066), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering, submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 58-05 (K5-066), 2005 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, contractor. Recommendation: Change Order No. 2 on Contract 58-05 (K5-066), 2005 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $450.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 104.985.5420, Storm Sewer, Various Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2097 A Final payment on Contract 54-05 (K5-061), Razing of 1750 Phillips Avenue, Walter's Wrecking, Inc.,contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitted a request for final payment on Contract 54-05 (K5-061), Razing of 1750 Phillips Avenue, Walter's Wrecking, Inc., contractor. Recommendation: The work of Walter’s Wrecking, Inc., under Contract 54-05 (K5-061), Razing of 1750 Phillips Avenue, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $255,214.03. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6642 of September 6, 2005.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2098 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 02-06(K6-002), Racine Street Sanitary Sewer Lining, Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Asst. Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering, submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 02-06 (K6-002), Racine Street Sanitary Sewer Lining, Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, contractor. Recommendation: Change Order No. 1 on Contract 2-06 (K6-002), Racine Street Sanitary Sewer Lining, Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $5,407.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 986.907.5610, Sanitary Sewer Construction, Various Locations. Further recommends that a time extension, until October 31, 2006, be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1982 A Communication from Police Chief David H. Spenner, requesting permission to enter into the 2006 Municipal Reimbursement Agreement for the Milwaukee High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program (H.I.D.T.A.), with Racine County Sheriff's Department, City GraCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting permission to enter into the 2006 Municipal Reimbursement Agreement for the Milwaukee High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program (H.I.D.T.A.), with Racine County Sheriff's Department, Grant Control No. 2006-028. Item also referred to License & Welfare Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-12-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for reimbursement of overtime costs with Racine County for the Milwaukee High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program (Grant Control No. 2006-028). Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 06-12-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for reimbursement of overtime costs with Racine County for the Milwaukee High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program (Grant Control No. 2006-028). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
06-1984 A Communication from Police Chief David H. Spenner, requesting permission to enter into the 2006 Metro Drug Unit Operations contract, in the amount of $25,000, with Racine County Sheriff's Department. City Grant Control #2006-027 has been issued. (AlsoCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting permission to enter into the 2006 Metro Drug Unit Operations contract, in the amount of $25,000, with Racine County Sheriff's Department, Grant Control No. 2006-027. Item also referred to License & Welfare Committee. Recommendation from the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-12-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Racine County Sheriff's Department to receive $25,000 in sub-recipient funding (City Grant Control No. 2006-027) for the 2006 Metro Drug Unit Operations, contingent on written confirmation that all granting agency requirements will be followed. Recommendation from the License & Welfare Committee 06-12-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Racine County Sheriff's Department to receive $25,000 in sub-recipient funding (City Grant Control No. 2006-027) for the 2006 Metro Drug Unit Operations, contingent on written confirmation that all granting agency requirements will be followed. Fiscal Note: The $25,0Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
06-1985 A Request to Enter into Provider AgreementCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Fire Chief requesting to enter into an agreement with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Wisconsin for health care service reimbursement that is based on Medicare criteria for ambulance reimbursement. Requesting that the City Attorney be included in reference. Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Wisconsin for health care reimbursement based on Medicare criteria for ambulance reimbursement. Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 06-12-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Wisconsin so that the Racine Fire Department is able to bill and receive reimbursement for ambulance service that is based on Medicare criteria. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Ord.21-06 A Ordinance No. 21-06 to amend Sec. 2-206 of the Municipal Code relating to Administration - Civic Centre Commission.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 21-06 to amend Sec. 2-206 of the Municipal Code relating to Administration - Civic Centre Commission. ORDINANCE NO. 21-06 To amend Sec. 2-206 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Administration - Civic Centre Commission. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 2-206 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting in the third sentence the phrase, "one representative from the parks, recreation and cultural services commission" and by deleting the word "six" in the third sentence to read "seven". Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: ___________________________ Approved: ___________________________ ___________________________ Mayor Attest: ___________________________ City Clerk FISCAL NOTE: N/AReceived As ReadPass Action details Not available
06-2002 A Renewal applications for a "CLASS A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2006-2007:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for a "CLASS A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2006-2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2003 A Renewal applications for a "CLASS B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Inoxicating Liquor License for 2006-2007:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for a "CLASS B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Inoxicating Liquor License for 2006-2007: Alice F. Warren 963 Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Drive Harbor Lite Yacht Club, Inc. 559 State Street John Whaley, Agent American Legion Post #546 1234 Douglas Avenue James Price, Agent TTDH, Inc. 2100 Douglas Avenue Gus Tousis, Agent Dennis Pias 1756 Taylor Avenue Jane Deplecyn 1518 Washington Avenue Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 281, Inc. 319 Hamilton Street Richard C. Fortier, Agent Anchor Inn & Bowling Corporation 3701 Durand Avenue John Landerman, Agent Bucket's Pub, Inc. 2031 Lathrop Avenue Charles F. Brandt, Agent Marion Wawiorka 1415 Washington Avenue El Cotorreo, Inc. 1224 Sixteenth Street Jong Pong Chang, Agent R. Hoey Enterprises, LLC 1653 Taylor Avenue Richard P. Hoey, Agent Mike Williams 1403 Superior Street Rojo's Pub, LLC 1317 Yout Street Joseph A. Vlasak, Agent Ian Investments, LLCApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2004 A Renewal applications for a "CLASS B" CLUB Retail FErmented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 2006-2007:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for a "CLASS B" CLUB Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2006-2007:Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2005 A Renewal applications for a "CLASS C" & CLASS "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 2006-2007CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for a "CLASS C" & CLASS "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 2006-2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2006 A Renewal applications for a CLASS "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 2006-2007CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for a CLASS "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2006-2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2010 A Renewal applications for a CLASS "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2006-2007CommunicationThe following renewal applications for a CLASS "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2006-2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2011 A Renewal applications for a CLASS "B" PUBLIC FACILITY Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2006-2007CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for a CLASS "B" PUBLIC FACILITY Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2006-2007.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2012 A The following renewal applications for a WHOLESALE License for 2006-2007:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal applications for a WHOLESALE License for 2006-2007: Domanik Sales Company 2300 South Street Robert Domanik, AgentApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2034 A The proposal received for the second responsible bidder to Operate a Taxicab service for the City of Racine.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the proposal received for the second responsible bidder to Operate a Taxicab service for the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2036 A A communication from Police Chief Spenner, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of 44 ABA XT2-2 protective vests for the Racine Police Department and requesting the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Streicher's oCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of forty-four (44) ABA XT2-2 protective vests for the Racine Police Department and requesting the purchasing agent negotiate with Streicher's for the purchase of the equipment. Item also referred to License & Welfare Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-12-06: That formal bidding procedures be waived and that the purchasing agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Streicher's of Butler, Wisconsin for the purchase of forty-four (44) ABA XT2-2 protective vests to be utilized for the Racine Police Department. Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 06-12-06: That formal bidding procedures be waived and that the purchasing agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Streicher's of Butler, Wisconsin for the purchase of forty-four (44) ABA XT2-2 protective vests to be utilized for the Racine Police Department. Fiscal Note: Forty-four (44) ABA XT2-2 protective vests budgeted for in account 101.311.5430, Furniture and EqApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2059 A Direct Referral: Final payment for engineering services for plans and specifications for lighting at Pershing Field by David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral: Final payment for engineering services for plans and specifications for lighting at Pershing Field by David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2069 A Various Renewal ApplicationsCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Various Renewal Applications for 2006-2007:Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2074 A MJI, INC, for Official Notice # 9, cleaning contract.CommunicationSubject: ( Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to accept the bid with MJI, INC, for Official Notice # 9, Community Center Custodial & Cleaning.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
05-1124 A Request of F&A Development to purchase 1335 West Sixth StreetCommunicationSubject: Item 7 of June 7, 2005, being a communication from a representative of F&A Development, LLC, wishing to purchase 1335 West Sixth Street from the City. Recommendation: City Attorney be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps to sell that portion of the city owned property at 1335 West Sixth Street, Tax ID #07324000, which lies north of the north right-of-way line of Riverview Terrace for the sum of $15,000.00. Further recommends that revenue received from the sale of this property be placed in Account 101.090.7240, Sale of Fixed Assets. Further recommends that this item be referred to the City Plan Commission. Recommendation of City Plan Commission (1-25-06): That the request by F&A Development, LLC wishing to purchase 1335 West Sixth Street from the Cithy is not in conflict with City plans and programs. That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: The City will receive $15,000.00 from the sale of this property.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7051 A ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PROJECTResolutionACQUISITION OF EASEMENT FOR HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PROJECT RESOLVED, that the project to acquire easement rights across Sam's Club parking lot to serve the Household Hazardous Waste Facility project be approved. FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Attorney be authorized and directed to take all necessary steps to acquire this property interest, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute all documents associated with this project. FISCAL NOTE: Unknown at this time. Funding is available through the Wastewater Utility HHW project. CPC 06-14-06 Recommendation: Acquisition of easement rights across Sam's Club parking lot is not in conflict with City plans and programs. Further, that the resolution be adopted.Received As ReadPass Action details Not available
06-2057 A Request of George A. Nicks Sr. to acquire Lot #3825-1 (1120 Eleventh Street) and combine it with his property at 1035 Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Request of George A. Nicks Sr. to acquire Lot #3825-1 (1120 Eleventh Street) and combine it with his property at 1035 Washington Avenue. Recommendation: That the sale of City owned property at 1120 eleventh Street is not in conflict with City Plans and programs. Further, that this matter be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee Fiscal Note: N/AReceived and Filed  Action details Not available
06-2061 A That the City of Racine authorize the Village of Mt. Pleasant to use condemnation pursuant to Ch. 32.05 Wis. Stats.CommunicationSubject: That the City of Racine authorize the Village of Mt. Pleasant to use condemnation pursuant to Ch. 32.05 Wis. Stats. Recommendation: That the request by the Village of Mt. Pleasant to use condemnation is not in conflict with City Plans and programs. Further, that the item be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2081 A Item 28 of 09-06-05. A communication from the Director of City Development and Chief Building Inspector requesting the development of aesthetic standards for the sidewalk cafe permit.CommunicationSubject: Item 28 of 09-06-05. A communication from the Director of City Development and Chief Building Inspector requesting the development of aesthetic standards for the sidewalk cafe permit. Recommendation: That the pamphlet entitled "City of Racine Sidwalk Cafes: Questions, Answers, Rules and Basic Guidelines" be utilized by City staff and the general public as a guide for the permitting of sidewalk cafes. Further, that Article III, Division 3 of the Municipal Code be amended to replace the need for Plan Commission review with a need for review and recommendation by the Chief Building Inspector and Director of City Development. Further, that the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2028 A Heritage Group, LLC to acquire 3124 Washington Avenue from the Redevelopment Authority.CommunicationSubject: Heritage Group, LLC to acquire 3124 Washington Avenue from the Redevelopment Authority. Recommendation: Receive and File. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2105 A Communication nominating appointments and reappointments to Boards, Committees and CommissionsCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments to the following Boards, Committees and Commissions for the City of Racine. Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services: Appoint Alderman Aron Wisneski (replacing Alderman Sandy Weidner) for a one-year term ending in April 2007. Access Corridor Development Review Committee:Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1806 A United States Conference of Mayors and Dupont.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the United States Conference of Mayors and DuPont for a "Lead Safe...for Kids' Sake," grant. Recommendation of the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Conference of Mayors and DuPont grant in the amount of $175,000. The funds will be used to aid in the elimination of lead poisoning in the city of Racine. Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the city. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 04-24-06: That the Public Health Administrator granted permission to apply for the $175,000 grant with the United States Conference of Mayors and Dupont for the "Lead Safe...for Kids' Sake," grant (Grant Control No. 2006-019) to be utilized for the elimination of lead poisoning. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1827 A DHFS West Nile Virus ContractCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services, that will provide funding for West Nile Virus surveillance activities. The contract is for $2,000 and there is no match required by the City. Recommendation of the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin DHFS, Division of Public Health in the amount of $2,000. The funds will be used for West Nile Virus surveillance activities from 1/1/06-12/31/06. Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the city. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 05-08-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services, Division of Public Health (Grant Control No. 2006-021) in the amount of $2,000 to be utilized for West Nile Virus surveillance activities to run from January 1Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Ord.19-06 A Ordinance No. 19-06 to repeal and recreate Chapter 22, Article XIII relating to Business-Food and drinking establishments.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 19-06 to repeal and recreate Chapter 22, Article XIII relating to Business-Food and drinking establishments. To repeal and recreate Chapter 22, Article XIII of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Business - Food and drinking establishments. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Chapter 22, Article XIII of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows: “ARTICLE XIII. LODGING, RECREATION AND FOOD PROTECTION DIVISION I. GENERALLY Sec. 22-411. Authority. This ordinance is adopted pursuant to authority provided by Wis. Stat. §§60.0417, 97.12, 97.41, 125.68(5), 251.04(3), 252.02, 252.03, 254.47, and 254.69(2), ch. 68, and Wis. Admin. Code chapters ATCP 74 and 75, HFS 172, 173, 175, 178, 192, 195, 196, 197 and 198, and COMM 90 and 95. Sec. 22-412. Purpose. (a) The purpose of this article is to protect and improve the public health and to authorize the City of Racine Health Department to become the designated agent of: 1. The Wisconsin DAdoptedPass Action details Not available
06-1866 A Abri Health Plan, Inc.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with Abri Health Plan, Inc. Abri Health Plan is an HMO provider for Medicaid recipients. The intent of the agreement is to arrange for the provision of designated healthcare services by the City of Racine Health Department to Abri Health Plan, Inc. and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees. Recommendation of the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Abri Health Plan, Inc. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 05-08-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Abri Health Plan, Inc. to arrange provision of designated health care services by the City of Racine Health Department to Abri Health Plan and Medicaid/Badger Care enrollees. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1944 A Drexel University AgreementCommunicationSubject: The Public Health Administrator is requesting permission to enter into an agreement with Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professionals. The agreement will allow students at the University to participate in training opportunities within the City of Racine Health Department. Recommendation of the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Drexel University College of Nursing & Health Professionals. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1947 A University of WI-Milwaukee Great Lakes WATER InstituteCommunicationSubject: A communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Great Lakes WATER Institute (Grant Control No. 2006-026) in the amount of $6,000 to be utilized for additional sampling of gull feces for the isolation of Campylobacter spp. Recommendation of the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of WI-Milwaukee Great Lakes WATER Institute in the amount of $6000. Funding will be utilized for additional sampling of gull feces for the isolation of Campylobacter spp. Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the city. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-12-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement in the amount of $6,000 with the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Great Lakes WATER Institute (Grant Control No. 2006-026) to be utilized for additional sampling of gull feces for the isolation of Campylobacter spp. Fiscal Note: NApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1999 A DHFS-HUD LeadCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to sign an amended contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services (DHFS), Division of Public Health, for the HUD Lead Based Paint Abatement program, (Grant Control No. 2005-017), changing the contract period to April 1, 2005 through March 31, 2007. Recommendation of the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the Wisconsin DHFS, Division of Public Health, for the HUD Lead Based Paint Abatement program. The amended contract changes the end date from March 31, 2006 to March 31, 2007. Fiscal Note: $6000 (There is no match required on the part of the city). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-12-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services (DHFS), Division of Public Health, for the HUD Lead Based Paint Abatement program, (Grant Control No. 2005-017) to amend the contrApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2024 A Con-Grant Pandemic Influenza PreparednessCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept additional consolidated grant funding from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services (Grant Control No. 2006-030) in the amount of $13,310 to be utilized for the preparedness pandemic influenza program. Recommendation from the Board of Health 06-13-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the State of Wisconsin DHFS that will increase the total funding by $13,310. The additional funding will be used for pandemic influenza preparedness. Fiscal Note: The pandemic influenza component of the consolidated grant is $13,310. As a result of the amended contract, the total amount of the con-grant increased from $339,924 to $353,234. There is no match required on the part of the city. Recommendation from the Finance & Personnel Committee 06-12-06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services (GraApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1869 A Request of Easter Seals Kindcare to collaborate and form a partnership with the Racine Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Easter Seals Kindcare requesting to collaborate and form a partnership with the Racine Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department. Recommendation: Recommends the request from Easter Seals Kindcare be approved. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1926 A Audit of the Parks & Recreation and Cultural Services Department.CommunicationSubject: The City Administrator requesting to present the audit by Virchow and Krause of the Parks & Recreation and Cultural Services Department. (Also refer to the Parks & Recreation and Cultural Services Board) Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole: that the Item be received and filed. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services: Recommends the communication be received and filed.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1983 A Communication from Ahmad Kweku Qawi regarding the possibility of starting Young Leaders Academy outreach sites at the Dr. John Bryant and Dr. King Community Center in September 2006. Communication from Ahmad Kweku Qawi regarding the possibility of startiCommunicationSubject: Communication from Ahmad Kweku Qawi regarding the possibility of starting Young Leaders Academy outreach sites at the Dr. John Bryant and Dr. King Community Center in September 2006. Recommend the communication be received and filed. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2019 A Communication from Janis Curtin for the use of the parking lot behind the North Beach Oasis to hold the 3rd Annual Art Festival and the use of the grass area West of the children's playground and South of the Oasis for the 2nd annual Classic Car and StreeCommunicationSubject: Communication from Janis Curtin for the use of the parking lot behind the North Beach Oasis to hold the 3rd Annual Art Festival and the use of the grass area West of the children's playground and South of the Oasis for the 2nd annual Classic Car and Street Rod Show both on September 3, 2006. Recommend the communication be received and filed. Fiscal note: $275.00 special events feeApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2020 A Communication from Preservation Racine requesting use of Dodge Park on September 24, 2006 for tickets sales for their Tour of Historic Places.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Preservation Racine requesting use of Dodge Park on September 24, 2006 for tickets sales for their Tour of Historic Places. Recommends the communication be received and filed. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2063 A Request of Adam Smith, Racine County Convention & Visitors Bureau for the use of North Beach for the Corona Light EVP Professional Beach Volleyball Tour on July 15 and 16, 2006.CommunicationSubject: Direct referral: Request of Adam Smith, Racine County Convention & Visitors Bureau for the use of North Beach for the Corona Light EVP Professional Beach Volleyball Tour on July 15 and 16, 2006. Recommends the communication be received and filed. Fiscal note: $485.00 to the CityApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2108 A Discussion of the North Beach Oasis ContractCommunicationSubject: Discussion of the North Beach Oasis Contract Recommends that music be restricted to three days per week (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and holidays; no music played after 9:00 p.m.; no drinks served after 9:00 p.m.; volume of music adjusted that it complies within the law for motor vehicle music.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2109 A Discussion of 5-year Capital Improvement PlanCommunicationSubject: Discussion of 5-year Capital Improvement Plan Recommends to approve anda refer to the Committee of the Whole.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2109 A Discussion of 5-year Capital Improvement PlanCommunicationSubject: Discussion of 5-year Capital Improvement Plan Recommends to approve anda refer to the Committee of the Whole.Referred  Action details Not available
Res.06-7072 A TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FURNITUREResolutionTRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FURNITURE RESOLVED, that $1,500 be transferred from account 101.160.5010, Salaries, and placed in account 101.160.5430, Furniture & Equipment Under $5,000, to be utilized for the purchase of computer furniture and chair for the Deputy City Attorney. FISCAL NOTE: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7073 A AGREEMENT WITH ANTHEM BLUE CROSS FOR HEALTH CARE REIMBURSEMENTResolutionAGREEMENT WITH ANTHEM BLUE CROSS FOR HEALTH CARE REIMBURSEMENT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Wisconsin to enable the Racine Fire Department to bill and receive reimbursement for ambulance service that is based on Medicare criteria. FISCAL NOTE: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7074 A WAIVE FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES TO PURCHASE PROTECTIVE VESTSResolutionWAIVE FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR PURCHASE OF PROTECTIVE VESTS RESOLVED, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the purchasing agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Streicher's of Butler, Wisconsin for the purchase of forty-four (44) ABA XT2-2 protective vests to be utilized for the Racine Police Department. FISCAL NOTE: Forty-four (44) ABA XT2-2 protective vests budgeted for in account 101.311.5430, Furniture and Equipment.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7075 A CONTRACT WITH RACINE COUNTY FOR 2006 METRO DRUG UNIT OPERATIONSResolutionCONTRACT WITH RACINE COUNTY FOR 2006 METRO DRUG UNIT OPERATIONS RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Racine County Sheriff's Department to receive $25,000 in sub-recipient funding (City Grant Control No. 2006-027) for the 2006 Metro Drug Unit Operations, contingent on written confirmation that all granting agency requirements will be followed. FISCAL NOTE: The $25,000 will be utilized for the 2006 Metro Drug Unit Operations. No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7076 A AGREEMENT WITH RACINE COUNTY FOR OVERTIME COSTS FOR MILWAUKEE HIGH INTENSITY DRUG TRAFFICKING AREA PROGRAMResolutionAGREEMENT WITH RACINE COUNTY FOR OVERTIME COSTS FOR MILWAUKEE HIGH INTENSITY DRUG TRAFFICKING AREA PROGRAM RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Racine County for reimbursement of overtime costs for the Milwaukee High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program (Grant Control No. 2006-028). FISCAL NOTE: No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7077 A ACCEPT FUNDING AND ENTER INTO AMENDED CONTRACT WITH STATE OF WISCONSIN FOR THE PREPAREDNESS PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PROGRAMResolutionACCEPT FUNDING AND ENTER INTO AMENDED CONTRACT WITH STATE OF WISCONSIN FOR THE PREPAREDNESS PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PROGRAM RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services (Grant Control No. 2006-030) to increase the funding amount to $13,310 to be utilized for the preparedness pandemic influenza program. FISCAL NOTE: The increased amount is $13,310 for a total consolidated grant amount of $353,234. No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7078 A AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH WISCONSIN DEPT OF HEALTH & FAMILY SERVICES FOR HUD LEAD BASED PAINT ABATEMENT PROGRAMResolutionAMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH WISCONSIN DEPT OF HEALTH & FAMILY SERVICES FOR HUD LEAD BASED PAINT ABATEMENT PROGRAM RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services (DHFS), Division of Public Health, for the HUD Lead Based Paint Abatement program, (Grant Control No. 2005-017) to amend the contract period from April 1, 2005 through March 31, 2006 to April 1, 2005 through March 31, 2007. FISCAL NOTE: The contract amount remains at $6,000. No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7079 A ACCEPT FUNDING AND ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE, GREAT LAKES WATER INSTITUTE FOR SAMPLINGResolutionACCEPT FUNDING AND ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE, GREAT LAKES WATER INSTITUTE FOR SAMPLING RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement in the amount of $6,000 with the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Great Lakes WATER Institute (Grant Control No. 2006-026) to be utilized for additional sampling of gull feces for the isolation of Campylobacter spp. FISCAL NOTE: No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7080 A APPROVAL OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH FIRE FIGHTERS LOCAL 321ResolutionAPPROVAL OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH FIRE FIGHTERS LOCAL 321 RESOLVED, that the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local No. 321, AFL-CIO for 2006-2008 be approved. FISCAL NOTE: That the costs to the City will be in 2006, $236,682.20; 2007, $378,511.98; and 2008, $348,420.46. Increases do not include potential savings from premium contributions and plan design changes.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7081 A APPROVAL OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH RACINE POLICE STAFF OFFICERS' ASSOCIATIONResolutionAPPROVAL OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH RACINE POLICE STAFF OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION RESOLVED, that the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine Police Staff Officers' Association for 2005-2006 and 2007-2008 be approved. FISCAL NOTE: That the cost to the City will be in 2006, $40,507.63 and 2007, $34,527.99, minus potential savings due to $10 physician visit charge and $100 emergency room visit charge.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7082 A FINAL PAYMENT FOR PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR LIGHTING AT PERSHING FIELDResolutionFINAL PAYMENT FOR PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR LIGHTING AT PERSHING FIELD RESOLVED, that the final payment for engineering services for plans and specifications for lighting at Pershing Field by David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc. for a total contract amount of $4,835.00. FISCAL NOTE: This contract was approved by Resolution 6023 of June 15, 2004.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7083 A AGREEMENT WITH MJI, INC. FOR COMMUNITY CENTER CUSTODIAL & CLEANINGResolutionAGREEMENT WITH MJI, INC. FOR COMMUNITY CENTER CUSTODIAL & CLEANING RESOLVED, that the bid with MJI, INC. for Official Notice #9, Community Center Custodial & Cleaning be accepted, they being the lowest responsible bidder, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into agreement with MJI, INC. FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available in the Community Centers Professional Services account in the amount of $405,000.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7084 A ACCEPT PROPOSAL TO PURCHASE TAXICAB SERVICE FOR CITY OF RACINEResolutionRESCIND RESOLUTION AND ACCEPT PROPOSAL TO PURCHASE TAXICAB SERVICE WHEREAS, Resolution No. 06-6985 of 04-17-06 authorized sale of the City's taxicab service to Joel Venn and Sally Pieske; and WHEREAS, in order to provide exclusive rights, open public bidding was necessary; and WHEREAS, Joel Venn and Sally Pieske withdrew from their proposal to purchase the taxicab service; and WHEREAS, the next most responsible bid was submitted by Hafiz Trans, Inc. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the proposal of Hafiz Trans, Inc. to purchase the City's taxicab service for $1,500.00 be accepted and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Hafiz Trans, Inc. FISCAL NOTE: This sale will result in receipt by the City of $1,500.00.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7085 A AGREEMENT WITH ABRI HEALTH PLAN INC FOR HEALTH CARE SERVICESResolutionAGREEMENT WITH ABRI HEALTH PLAN INC FOR HEALTH CARE SERVICES RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Abri Health Plan, Inc. to arrange provision of designated health care services by the City of Racine Health Department to Abri Health Plan and Medicaid/Badger Care enrollees. FISCAL NOTE: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7086 A AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF WISCONSIN DHFS FOR FUNDS FOR WEST NILE VIRUS ACTIVITIESResolutionAGREEMENT WITH STATE OF WISCONSIN DHFS FOR FUNDS FOR WEST NILE VIRUS ACTIVITIES RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services, Division of Public Health (Grant Control No. 2006-021) in the amount of $2,000 to be utilized for West Nile Virus surveillance activities to run from January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006. FISCAL NOTE: No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7087 A AGREEMENT WITH DREXEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NURSING FOR TRAINING STUDENTSResolutionAGREEMENT WITH DREXEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NURSING FOR TRAINING STUDENTS RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Drexel University College of Nursing & Health Professionals for student training opportunities within the City of Racine Health Department. FISCAL NOTE: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7088 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PLEASANT TO UTILIZE CONDEMNATION POWERS IN TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF RACINEResolutionTHE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PLEASANT AUTHORIZED TO UTILIZE CONDEMNATION POWERS IN TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF RACINE WHEREAS, the Village of Mount Pleasant has undertaken measures pursuant to a Chapter 30 permit issued by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to rechannel the Pike River in the County of Racine, Village of Mount Pleasant, and City of Racine to more effectively convey storm water and to increase the diversity of the Pike River as a resource; and WHEREAS, State law requires the Village of Mount Pleasant to obtain a resolution of authorization from the City of Racine to exercise eminent domain pursuant to Chapter 32.05 within the municipal boundaries of the City of Racine; and WHEREAS, the City of Racine does wish to allow the Village of Mount Pleasant to utilize the statutory powers of condemnation to achieve the objective of making the Pike River a more biologically diverse resource and to more effective convey storm water in the areaqs described in the exhibits on file with the Commissioner of Public Works. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that theAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7089 A AGREEMENT WITH EASTER SEALS KINDCARE SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSINResolutionAGREEMENT WITH EASTER SEALS KINDCARE SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Easter Seals Kindcare Southeastern Wisconsin to cooperate in the provision of various recreational programs and services. FISCAL NOTE: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7090 A HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR 440 MAIN STREET INSTALLATION OF AWNINGResolutionHOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR 440 MAIN STREET INSTALLATION OF AWNING RESOLVED, that the property owner of 440 Main Street be granted permission to install stationary, projecting awnings, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. FURTHER RESOLVED, 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.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7091 A HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR 2355 MEACHEM STREET AWNING INSTALLATIONResolutionHOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR 2355 MEACHEM STREET AWNING INSTALLATION RESOLVED, that the property owner of 2355 Meachem Street be granted permission to install stationary, projecting awnings, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. FURTHER RESOLVED, 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.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7092 A HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT WITH CALEDONIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOR REMOVING FLAGPOLE FROM WALKER MANUFACTURINGResolutionHOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT WITH CALEDONIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOR REMOVING FLAGPOLE FROM WALKER MANUFACTURING RESOLVED, that permission be granted to the Caledonia Historical Society to remove the flagpole from the former Walker Manufacturing site, contingent upon a Hold Harmless Agreement being executed and proof of insurance being provided to the City of Racine. FISCAL NOTE: Not applicable.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7093 A VILLA STREET PARKING LOT BE DONATED TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITYResolutionVILLA STREET PARKING LOT BE DONATED TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESOLVED, that Lot 7 and the north 40’ of Lot 10 of Block 6, School Section, a recorded plat in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin, be donated to the Habitat for Humanity with the following stipulations: A. Habitat for Humanity pay all costs associated with the transfer of this property. B. Habitat for Humanity be required to build upon this property within two (2) years from the date of closure with the stipulation that if they fail to do so, the property reverts back to City ownership. C. Habitat for Humanity submit design drawings for any structures to be placed on this property to the Director of City Development for his review and approval. FISCAL NOTE: The City Assessor has estimated the value of this property to be from $36,000.00 to $40,000.00.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7094 A CONTRACT WITH HNTB FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES MAIN STREET BRIDGEResolutionCONTRACT WITH HNTB FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES MAIN STREET BRIDGE RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services contract with HNTB to provide professional engineering services to investigate a structural problem at the Main Street Bridge at a cost not-to-exceed $25,500.00. FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.520.5500, Repairs and Maintenance. Any costs associated with these repairs are reimbursable by the State of Wisconsin. FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7095 A APPROVE RELOCATION PLAT FOR ACQUISITION OF EXTENSION OF OAKES ROADResolutionAPPROVE RELOCATION PLAT FOR ACQUISITION OF EXTENSION OF OAKES ROAD RESOLVED, that the Relocation Plat for the acquisition of land necessary for the extension of Oakes Road from 16th Street south to the city limits be approved. FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Attorney be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps for the acquisition of land for this project. FISCAL NOTE: Funds to defray the cost of land acquisition will be provided from sewer revenue dollars.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7096 A FINAL PAYMENT FOR 2005 PAVEMENT INSPECTIONSResolutionFINAL PAYMENT FOR 2005 PAVEMENT INSPECTIONS RESOLVED, that work of Earth Tech, Inc., under Contract 11-05 (K5-016), 2005 Pavement Inspections, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $82,615.58. FISCAL NOTE: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6404 of March 1, 2005.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7097 A FINAL PAYMENT FOR STREET PAVING LALONDE CONTRACTORSResolutionFINAL PAYMENT FOR STREET PAVING LALONDE CONTRACTORS RESOLVED, that the work of LaLonde Contractors, Inc., under Contract 30-05 (K5-037), Street Paving, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,009,415.47. FISCAL NOTE: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6536 of June 21, 2005.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7098 A FINAL PAYMENT FOR RAZING OF 1750 PHILLIPS AVENUEResolutionFINAL PAYMENT FOR RAZING OF 1750 PHILLIPS AVENUE RESOLVED, that the work of Walter’s Wrecking, Inc., under Contract 54-05 (K5-061), Razing of 1750 Phillips Avenue, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $255,214.03. FISCAL NOTE: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6642 of September 6, 2005.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.06-7099 A CHANGE ORDER 2006 CCTV SERVICES AND MANHOLE INSPECTION, GREEN BAY PIPE & TVResolutionCHANGE ORDER 2006 CCTV SERVICES AND MANHOLE INSPECTION CONTRACT 7-06 RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 7-06 (K6-007), 2006 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspection, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $11,825.00. FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 5,912.50 - Account 986.907.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Locations $ 5,912.50 - Account 1s $11,825.00 - Total FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7100 A CHANGE ORDER 2005 CCTV SERVICES SERVICES AND MANHOLE INSPECTIONS, GREEN BAY PIPE & TV CONTRACT 58-05ResolutionCHANGE ORDER 2005 CCTV SERVICES SERVICES AND MANHOLE INSPECTIONS,CONTRACT 58-05 RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 58-05 (K5-066), 2005 CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $450.00. FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 104.985.5420, Storm Sewer, Various Locations. FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-7101 A CHANGE ORDER FOR RACINE STREET SANITARY SEWER LINING VISU-SEWERResolutionCHANGE ORDER FOR RACINE STREET SANITARY SEWER LINING RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 2-06 (K6-002), Racine Street Sanitary Sewer Lining, Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $5,407.00. FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 986.907.5610, Sanitary Sewer Construction, Various Locations. FURTHER RESOLVED, that a time extension, until October 31, 2006, be approved. FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.25-06 A Ordinance No. 25-06 to amend Sec. 114-1(b)(2) and Sec. 114-468 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Conditional Uses.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 25-06 to amend Sec. 114-1(b)(2) and Sec. 114-468 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Conditional Uses. ORDINANCE NO. 25-06 To amend Sec. 114-1(b)(2) and Sec. 114-468 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Conditional Uses. Legislative Intent: The City of Racine is experiencing a proliferation of convenient-cash businesses making non-traditional, short term consumer loans. Such businesses tailor their services to make them attractive to persons experiencing unfavorable economic circumstances, often aggravating those circumstances. Additionally, it has been found that through their business practices, convenient-cash businesses are susceptible to attracting criminals seeking to commit robberies. Finally, when clustered in an area or strung out along an arterial street, such locational concentration creates an unwarranted negative impression regarding the economic vitality of a commercial district and the community at large. Based on their proliferation, their susceptibility toReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.26-06 A Ordinance No. 26-06 to create Sec. 66-670 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Sale or gift of cigarettes or tobacco products to minors prohibited.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 26-06 to create Sec. 66-670 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Sale or gift of cigarettes or tobacco products to minors prohibited. ORDINANCE NO. 26-06 To create Sec. 66-670 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Sale or gift of cigarettes or tobacco products to minors prohibited. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 66-670 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows: "Sec. 66-670. Procurement prohibited. (a) Except as provided in sec. 66-667, no person may intentionally procure for, sell, dispense, or give away cigarettes or tobacco products to a minor. (b) Whoever violates this section shall forfeit not more than $100.00." Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: ___________________________ Approved: ___________________________ ___________________________ Mayor Attest: _________________Referred  Action details Not available