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06-2828
| A | | Communication regarding healthcare management and bargaining plans | Communication | Subject: Communication from Stephen T. Nenonen, City Administrator, requesting the opportunity to discuss the healthcare managment and bargaining plans with the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-27-06: Item to be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2831
| A | | Request from Fire Chief to transfer funds | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to transfer funds to cover the acquisition of two-way radio equipment and thermo imaging cameras for emergency operations.
Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-27-06: $36,000 be transferred from account 101.300.5010, Fire Salaries, to account 101.300.5770, Fire Machinery and Equipment, for the purchase of Thermo Imaging Cameras. Further Recommend that $32,500 be transferred from account 101.300.5010, Fire Salaries, to account 101.300.5770, Fire Machinery and Equipment, to cover the 25% Office of Justice Assistance Grant match in the purchase of two-way radios.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 11-27-06: That the item be approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfers. $97,500 of the two-way radio acquisition ($130,000 total project) costs will be provided by the Office of Justice Grant and will be fronted through the 213 Fund until reimbursement is received. | Referred | |
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06-2831
| A | | Request from Fire Chief to transfer funds | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to transfer funds to cover the acquisition of two-way radio equipment and thermo imaging cameras for emergency operations.
Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing Committee
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-27-06: $36,000 be transferred from account 101.300.5010, Fire Salaries, to account 101.300.5770, Fire Machinery and Equipment, for the purchase of Thermo Imaging Cameras. Further Recommend that $32,500 be transferred from account 101.300.5010, Fire Salaries, to account 101.300.5770, Fire Machinery and Equipment, to cover the 25% Office of Justice Assistance Grant match in the purchase of two-way radios.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 11-27-06: That the item be approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfers. $97,500 of the two-way radio acquisition ($130,000 total project) costs will be provided by the Office of Justice Grant and will be fronted through the 213 Fund until reimbursement is received. | Referred | |
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06-2829
| A | | Communication from Stephen T. Nenonen regarding the compensation and healthcare for non-represented personnel | Communication | Subject: Communication from Stephen T. Nenonen, City Administrator, requesting the opportunity to present the 2006 "true-up" report on compensation and healthcare for non-represented personnel to the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-27-06: The "True-up" Plan be adopted and implemented for non-represented employees.
Fiscal Note: Not known at this time. | Referred | |
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06-2830
| A | | The Director of Human Resources requesting, in closed session, to present a summary of the collective bargaining agreements between the City of Racine and Local 67 (Police and City Hall Unit), AFSCME, AFL-CIO for 2006-2008, and the City of Racine and the | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Human Resources requesting, in closed session, to present a summary of the collective bargaining agreements between the City of Racine and Local 67 (Police and City Hall Unit), AFSCME, AFL-CIO for 2006-2008, and the City of Racine and the Staff Officers' Association of the Racine Fire Department for 2006-2008.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-27-06: Recommended for approval.
Fiscal Note: Local 67 Clerical-City Hall Unit and Local 67 Clerical-Police Dept Unit, 2006 Union Contracts pay rate increase totals $82,813.65. Uniform allowance for the Staff Officers' Association of the Racine Fire Department will include an increase of $200. There are sufficient funds in Account 101.300.5340 to cover the additional $1,200.00 cost for the uniform allowance increase. | Referred | |
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06-2834
| A | | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Personnel and Finance Committee to request a transfer of funds to purchase recreational software and waive bidding and enter into an agreement with a specific vendor. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Personnel and Finance Committee to request a transfer of funds to purchase recreational software and waive bidding and enter into an agreement with a specific vendor.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-27-06: Approximately $75,000 be transferred from various Parks Department salary accounts to account 101.170.5830, Parks Administration Software, for the purchase of recreation services software and professional services related to its implementation. Further recommend that, in the best interest of the City, formal bidding be waived.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. | Referred | |
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06-2845
| A | | DHFS WIC Grant | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding and for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an amended contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program. The revised funding amount for the second year of a four year contract (2007) is $199,346.
The contract has been reviewed and approved by Terry Maier in the Finance Department. The grant control number is 2006-049.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 11-27-06: 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 for the Women, Infants and Children Program (Grant Control Number 2006-049) for a revised armount of $199,346 in the second year (2007) of a four year contact.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on Dec. 12, 2006: 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 for the W | Referred | |
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06-2845
| A | | DHFS WIC Grant | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding and for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an amended contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the Women, Infants and Children Program. The revised funding amount for the second year of a four year contract (2007) is $199,346.
The contract has been reviewed and approved by Terry Maier in the Finance Department. The grant control number is 2006-049.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 11-27-06: 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 for the Women, Infants and Children Program (Grant Control Number 2006-049) for a revised armount of $199,346 in the second year (2007) of a four year contact.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on Dec. 12, 2006: 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 for the W | Referred | |
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06-2846
| A | | United Way of Racine County, Inc. Grant | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an amended contract with the United Way of Racine County, Inc. The original contract (resolution number 6663) covered the period January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006. The amended contract covers the period through June 30, 2007. The amount funded is $34,000.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-27-06: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with United way of Racine County, Inc. for an extension of the project from January 1, 2007 through June 30, 2007 with additional funding of $34,000.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on Dec. 12, 2006: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an amended contract with United way of Racine County, Inc. for an extension of the project from January 1, 2007 through June 30, 2007 with additional funding of $34,000.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-2846
| A | | United Way of Racine County, Inc. Grant | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an amended contract with the United Way of Racine County, Inc. The original contract (resolution number 6663) covered the period January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006. The amended contract covers the period through June 30, 2007. The amount funded is $34,000.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-27-06: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with United way of Racine County, Inc. for an extension of the project from January 1, 2007 through June 30, 2007 with additional funding of $34,000.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on Dec. 12, 2006: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an amended contract with United way of Racine County, Inc. for an extension of the project from January 1, 2007 through June 30, 2007 with additional funding of $34,000.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-2814
| A | | Godske Awnings request to install an awning at 610 Sixth Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Godske Awnings & Textiles, Inc. requesting permission to install an awning at 610 Sixth Street.
Recommendation: The property owner of 610 Sixth Street be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting awning, 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 | |
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06-2824
| A | | Accept a financial incentive from WE Energies for a Renewable Energy Project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting permission to accept a financial incentive of up to $99,975.00 for a Renewable Energy Project.
Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to enter into a grant agreement on behalf of the City of Racine with We Energies and to submit any reports necessary to comply with the We Energies Customer Incentives program which will provide up to $99,975.00 of funding toward the cost of a solar electric generating system for the City Hall Annex.
Fiscal Note: The City's share of this project is included in the 2007 Capital Improvement Program. | Referred | |
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06-2809
| A | | Partners In Health, LLC for a Massage Establishment Permit for 1612 N. Main Street. (9th District) | Communication | Subject: (New)The application of Partners In Health, LLC for a Massage Establishment Permit for 1612 N. Main Street. (4th District)
Staff Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee of 11-27-06: That the be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2839
| A | | (New) Application of J & A, LLC, Jason Boesel, Agent, for a "Class B" | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of J & A, LLC, Jason Boesel, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1300 N. Main Street. (4th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing of 11-27-06: That the item be deferred until the December 11, 2006 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing of 12-11-06: That the license be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2849
| A | | Application of Rika, LLC, Richard J. Shawhan, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2 Christopher Columbus Causeway. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Rika, LLC, Richard J. Shawhan, Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2 Christopher Columbus Causeway. (1st District)
Staff Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-27-06: That the license be granted, pending departmental approvals.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2786
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the September 2006 financial and operating report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the September 2006 financial and operating report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2787
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the October 2006 financial and operating report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines, Inc. Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the October 2006 financial and operating report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines, Inc. Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
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06-2810
| A | | Communication from the Uptown Improvement Organization requesting the removal of meters from parking lots in the Uptown area. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Uptown Improvement Organization requesting the removal of meters from parking lots in the Uptown area.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2833
| A | | Racine Safe Neighborhood Alliance to extend the boundaries of the Down Payment Assistance program. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Racine Safe Neighborhood Alliance to extend the boundaries of the Down Payment Assistance program.
Recommendation: That participants in the Individual Development Accounts (IDA) program be allowed to participate in the City Downpayment Program. (The current City Downpayment Area will not be extended.)
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2838
| A | | Proper flying of the United States of America Flag. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of the Council submitting on behalf of Dale H. Slaasted, 1723 Shoop Street, requesting the City implement & enforce a policy within the scope of Federal Law for proper flying of the United States of America Flag. (Res.08-0726)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole of 06-05-2007: that Deputy City Attorney Scott Letteney assist members of the Common Council with a review of the current policy.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole of 03-18-2008: that the current flag policy be amended as presented.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2832
| A | | Communication from Jay Christie regarding Lakeview Park | Communication | Subject: Communication from Jay Christie, President and CEO of Racine Zoological Society, requesting permission to meet with the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to discuss the possibility of utilizing existing parkland at Lakeview Park to create a parking lot for the zoo.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 12-13-06: that the request be approved in principle and staff work to meet the proposals of the Board to maximize green space with camouflage of site.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole 02-02-2010: Item to be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2847
| A | | Request of First Choice Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program for the use of Captain's Cove - 6th Street Facility for training of participants in basic construction skills for employment opportunities. | Communication | Subject: Request of First Choice Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program for the use of Captain's Cove - 6th Street Facility for training of participants in basic construction skills for employment opportunities.
Staff recommendation: No recommendation at this time.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 12-13-06: that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2638
| A | | Grief Warehouse Request | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Compassionate Friends organization requesting use of Mound Cemetery Chapel on December 10, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. and waiver of fees.
Recommendation of the Cemetery Commission: Approve the request of the Compassionate Friends for use of the chapel on December 10, 2006 and further recommends that it be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for consideration of waiving the fee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: Permission be granted for the Compassionate Friends organization to utilize the Mound Cemetery Chapel on December 10, 2006 at a flat fee of $100.
Fiscal Note: Revenues will be placed in the Cemetery's Maintenance Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2681
| A | | Amendment to the development agreement with Key Bridge | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development to amend the Development agreement with Key Bridge Group for the Pointe Blue redevelopment project.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with Key Bridge Group for the Pointe Blue Redevelopment Project to amend the date of closing to April 11, 2007 on the former Walker property and related terms.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2703
| A | | Home Improvement Loan Program Agreement with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Director of City Development requesting discussion on the Home Improvement Loan Program Agreement with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Home Improvement Loan Program agreement with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) enabling the City to disburse home improvement loans on WHEDA’s behalf and the City earn a sponsor fee.
Fiscal Note: The sponsor fee will be $350 per loan closure to be placed into the Housing Department’s revenue account. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2729
| A | | 2007 Operating Plan for Business Improvement district No. 1, Downtown Racine | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to discuss the 2007 Operating Plan for Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: Approval of the 2007 Operating Plan for Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine.
Fiscal Note: It is estimated that $187,500 will be raised through bid assessments to be placed into the Downtown Bid’s revenue account. | Approved as Presented | Fail |
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06-2627
| A | | Request to place street light on existing pole in alley of 2000 block of Carmel Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting that a street light be placed on an existing pole in the alley of the 2000 block of Carmel Avenue.
Recommendation: In accordance with Section 2-94 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, the following street lighting changes be approved: Install one (1) 100-watt high-pressure sodium street in the 2000 block of Carmel Avenue.
Fiscal Note: The estimated installation cost of this lighting is $200.00 for installation and the annual operating cost is $130.00 per fixture | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2649
| A | | Final payment on Contract 05-05(K5-005), PS - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $148,407.92, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6341, dated January 18, 2005. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2663
| A | | Request for street lighting on Valley Drive, 13th Street and Bluefields Drive. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Principal of Washington Park High School and Aldermen of the 1st and 3rd Districts requesting street lighting on Valley Drive, 13th Street and Bluefields Drive.
Recommendation: In accordance with Section 2-94 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, the following street lighting changes be approved: Install five (5) 200-watt high-pressure sodium street lights on Valley Drive and Thirteenth Street as recommended by the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering.
Fiscal Note: The estimated installation cost of this lighting is $1,000.00 for installation and the annual operating cost is $650.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2680
| A | | Granting "right of early entry" for the Walker property | Communication | Subject: Granting "right of early entry" for the Walker property to the Key Bridge Group for the Pointe Blue redevelopment project.
Recommendation: Key Bridge Group, the developers of the Pointe Blue Project, be granted permission to perform environmental remediation work on the city owned portion of the Walker property up until the time that the property is sold, with the following stipulations:
A. The sidewalks be maintained in a safe condition, free of snow.
B. The property be maintained in compliance with the City Weed Ordinance.
C. A Certificate of Liability Insurance and Hold Harmless Agreement be filed with the City Attorney's office.
Fiscal Note: Approval of this item will result in no cost to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2732
| A | | Change to the Racine First Program. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to discuss a change to the Racine First Program.
Recommendation: Ordinance 9-03, Section 46-41 (d) Requirement, be amended by changing 10% to 15%.
Fiscal Note: All contractors utilizing city funds on a contract valued over $200,000.00 are subject to this ordinance change. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2733
| A | | List of alleys to be paved in 2008 which will require public hearings in 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a list of alleys for the 2007 paving program which will require public hearings in 2007.
Recommendation: The following list of alleys, as submitted by the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, be considered for reconstruction with portland cement concrete paving for the 2008 construction season and that a preliminary resolution be introduced.
2008 PCCP PROGRAM (2007 HEARINGS)
Alleys bounded by:
Shoreland Drive, North Avenue, Charles Street and Sixth Avenue
Shoreland Drive, North Avenue, Charles Street and Eighth Avenue
Shoreland Drive, North Avenue, LaSalle Street and First Avenue
Shoreland Drive, North Avenue, Ninth Avenue and Eighth Avenue
Shoreland Drive, North Avenue, Tenth Avenue and Ninth Avenue
Shoreland Drive, South Avenue, Charles Street and Sixth Avenue
Shoreland Drive, South Avenue, Charles Street and Eighth Avenue
Shoreland Drive, South Avenue, Fourth Avenue and Third Avenue
Shoreland Drive, South Avenue, LaSalle Street and First Avenue
Shoreland Drive, Sou | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2745
| A | | Dispute of road paving assessment adjacent to 5320 Kinzie Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mrs. Jodi Fidler, 5320 Kinzie Avenue, disputing an assessment for road paving adjacent to her property.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2762
| A | | Request to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on March 3, 2007 for Thoughts for Food. | Communication | Subject: Communication from a representative of Thoughts for Foods requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on March 3, 2007 for their annual event.
Recommendation: The owner of George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 6:00 p.m., Saturday, March 3, 2007 to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 4, 2007, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D.The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event;
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way;
F. In the event of snow, the sponsor shall remove all barricades from the street.
G. Sponsor shall be responsible for all detour signage during the event.
H. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends that the | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2780
| A | | Request to install banners at Monument Square from December 13, 2006 through January 8, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Robert Wortock, Christmas Coalition, requesting permission to install banners at Monument Square from December 13, 2006 through January 8, 2007.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2795
| A | | Request to amend Resolution No. 06-7094, dated June 20, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 on Contract 37-06 (K6-039), Professional Services-Investigate Structural Problem at Main Street Bridge, HNTB, consultant.
Recommendation: Amendment No. 1 on Contract 37-06 (K6-039), Professional Services-Investigate Structural Problem at Main Street Bridge, HNTB, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $48,250 plus $5,000 for reimbursable expenses.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 984.520.5010, Island Park Bridges.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2799
| A | | Change Order No. 3 on Contract 25-06(K6-026), City Park Lots, Cicchini Asphalt Paving, Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 3 on Contract 25-06 (K6-026), City Parking Lots, Cicchini Asphalt Paving, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 1 on Contract 25-06 (K6-026), City Parking Lots, Cicchini Asphalt Paving, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $22,055.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 986.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2812
| A | | Change Order No. 4 on Contract 24-06(K6-025), Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 4 on Contract 24-06 (K6-025), Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 4 on Contract 24-06 (K6-025), Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor, as submitted, be approved to provide a time extension until Deceber 8, 2006, to complete this contract.
Fiscal Note: There will be no change in contract price as a result of this change order. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2826
| A | | Downtown Racine Corporation request to close streets for Holiday Parade. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close city streets for the annual Holiday Parade on November 25, 2006.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, and Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 25, 2006, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for their annual Downtown Holiday Parade on the following conditions:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event.
E. The sponsor shall be responsible for the signing of the necessary detours for
the State Highway route.
F. The sponsor shall pay a $750 special event fee.
Further recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide any necessary assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement th | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2600
| A | | Application of Peg & Lou's Junction Inn, Randall L. Larson, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1436 Junction Avenue. | Communication | Subject: The application of Peg & Lou's Junction Inn, Randall L. Larson, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1436 Junction Avenue. (3rd District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 10-23-06: That the license be granted with the following conditions:
1.) The previous license holder has to surrender the license.
2.) If the business hasn't been sold by June 30, 2007, the license holder has to re-apply as a "new" applicant.
3.) If Mr. Larson decides to operate the business, he will have to appear before the Committee.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee 11-27-06: That the license be granted, pending varification of outside fenced area.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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06-2625
| A | | Incident relating to City Haul Lounge | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Incident relating to City Haul Lounge on 10-4-06.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 10/09/06: That the owner of the City Haul Lounge, 835 Washington Avenue, be requested to appear at the October 23, 2006.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 10/23/06: That the item be deferred until the November 13,2006 meeting and City Attorney Weber along with Mr. Hand and his counsel, meet to come up with an agreed upon agreement.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-13-06: That the matter of the City Haul Lounge be referred to a due process hearing to determine whether the license should be revoked or suspended.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the settlement agreement be approved.
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06-2712
| A | | Application of Super Taqueria, Jose Roman, Agent, for a "Class C" Wine and Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1824 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Application of Super Taqueria, Jose Roman, Agent, for a "Class C" Wine and Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1824 Douglas Avenue. (5th District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2741
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, October 19, 2006. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, October 19, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2747
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan, as adopted by Council, to include $20,000 for the purchase of 20 tasers.
Also referred to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan, as adopted by Council, to include $20,000 for the purchase of 20 tasers.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: Permission granted to the Chief of Police to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan to increase capital outlay by $20,000 to be utilized for the purchase of 20 tasers.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 11-13-06: That permission be granted to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan to increase capital outlay by $20,000 for the purchase of 20 tasers.
Fiscal Note: $20,000 appropriated in account 241.000.5770 Machinery & Equipment. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2748
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting permission to accept the in-kind donation of decal application services, offered by the Sign Shop, Inc., for the Racine Police Department's marked canine squad car. No matching funds from the City of | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the in-kind donation of decal application services, offered by the Sign Shop, Inc., for the Racine Police Department's marked canine squad car. No matching funds from the City are required.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: Permission granted to the Chief of Police to accept the in-kind donation for the decal application services for Racine Police Department's marked canine squad car from Sign Shop, Inc. and an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 11-13-06: That permission be granted to the Chief of Police to accept the in-kind donation for the decal application services for Racine Police Department's marked canine squad car from Sign Shop, Inc. and an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2767
| A | | Direct Referral, Change Order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 20-06 (K6-021), Electrical Improvements at Lockwood Park by Great Lakes Electric, Inc., of Kenosha. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral, Change Order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 20-06 (K6-021), Electrical Improvements at Lockwood Park by Great Lakes Electric, Inc., of Kenosha. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2768
| A | | Direct Referral, Change Order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 59-05 (K5-068), New Football Lighting at Horlick Athletic Field by Delta Electric, Inc., of Racine. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral, Change Order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 59-05 (K5-068), New Football Lighting at Horlick Athletic Field by Delta Electric, Inc., of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2782
| A | | Application for "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor License | Communication | Subject: The application of Lush Life, Inc., Jeannie Dillon, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 550 State Street. (4th District)
Staff Recommendation: To be determined by the committee | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2797
| A | | Direct Referral, Contract 41-04 (K4-054), HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Action Plus LLC, South Milwaukee, WI | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral, Contract 41-04 (K4-054), HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Action Plus LLC, South Milwaukee, WI | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2800
| A | | Abandoned Vehicles, November 7, 2006. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the monthly report for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, November 7, 2006.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-13-06: That the report be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $5,236.03 in revenues. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2815
| A | | Ordinance No. 39-06 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 39-06
To create Secs. 50-65 and 50-66 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Annual fire prevention inspection fees.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-13-06: That ordinance No. 39-06 be adopted. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2822
| A | | Ordinance No. 40-06 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 40-06
To amend Sec. 6-137 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcoholic Beverages - Nonrenewal, suspension and revocation.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-13-06: That Ordinance No. 40-06, be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2817
| A | | Ordinance No. 41-06 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 41-06
To create Section 6-19 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcohol beverages - licensee responsibility for the control of patrons on the licensee’s building lot and parking lot.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-13-06: That Ordinance No. 41-06, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2818
| A | | Ordinance No. 42-06
To create Sec. 6-59 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcoholic beverages - Grant of conditional license.
Ordinance No. 42-06 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 42-06
To create Sec. 6-59 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcoholic beverages - Grant of conditional license.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-13-06: That Ordinance No. 42-06, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2819
| A | | Ordinance No. 43-06
Ordinance No. 43-06
Ordinance No. 43-06 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 43-06
To amend Sec. 6-54 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcoholic beverages - Licensing.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-13-06: That Ordinance No. 43-06, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2820
| A | | Ordinance No. 44-06 | Communication | Subject:Ordinance No. 44-06
To amend Secs. 6-51 and 22-477 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Alcoholic Beverages - Limitations on issuance of licenses.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 11-13-06: That Ordinance No. 44-06, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2758
| A | | CUP - John Rabuck at 1112 Frederick Street. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral). Request from John RaBuck seeking a conditional use permit for a construction yard for outdoor storage of construction equipment and vehicles at 1112 Frederick Street.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 11-08-06: To deny. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2760
| A | | CUP - EZ Money at 6108 Regency West Drive | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral). Request from Mike Maistelman, representing EZ Money of Wisconsin seeking a conditional use permit to locate a conveneint cash business on 6108 Regency West Drive.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 11-08-06: In the matter of the request by Mike Maistelman, representing EZ Money of Wisconsin, seeking a conditional use permit to locate a convenient cash business at 6108 Regency West Drive, the following decision is rendered:
Whereas, On October 25, 2006 the Plan Commission found merit in the argument of the applicant that asserted vested rights as they relate to their ability to locate a convenient cash facility at 6108 Regency West Drive in conflict with the 2500 foot separation rule as stipulated in Section 114-468 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine.
Whereas, The circumstances associated with this application, and the assertion of vested rights shall not establish a precedent in the review of future convenient cash facilities.
Therefore, that the request by Mike Maistelman, representing EZ Money of Wisconsin, seeking a conditi | Adopted | Pass |
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06-2761
| A | | CUP - Dorothy A. Metz at 2100 Lathrop & 3921 - 21st Street | Zoning Item | Subject: (Direct Referral). Request from Dorothy A. Metz representing McDonald's Restaurant at 2100 Lathrop Avenue seeking to rezone the property at 3921-21st Street, and portions of the property at 2100 Lathrop Avenue.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 11-8-06: That an ordinance be created.
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06-2763
| A | | Review lot plans for McDonald's at 2100 Lathrop Ave | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral). Review of plans for through-lot development for the rebuilding of the McDonald's Restaurant at 2100 Lathrop Avenue.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 11-08-06: That the plans for a through-lot development for the rebuilding of the McDonald’s Restaurant at 2100 Lathrop Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received October 25, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on November 8, 2006 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the site plan showing driveway placement labeled as Option “B”, Sheet C-1.1 Opt. “B” be the approved site plan and that all other plans be adjusted accordingly.
c. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
d. That the following shall be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development prior to the issuance of a building permit:
1. A landscape plan
2. A site lighting plan.
e. That if an occupancy permit is requested prior to the installation of land | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2008
| A | | CUP - Samuel Hutchins, 1535 High Street | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Request by Samuel Hutchins of R&S Performance and Auto Repair seeking a conditional use permit to operate an automobile repair facility, and park up to four tow trucks at 1535 High Street.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission of 05/30/06: That this file be received and filed and that this matter be referred to the Redevelopment Authority for evaluation of its compatibility with the redevelopment plan for the Racine Steel Casting Redevelopment area.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Redevelopment 11-09-06: To be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2589
| A | | Declaring blighted properties on Michigan Blvd between Dodge & Hamilton Streets for Pointe Blue redevelopment project | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral). Request of the Executive Director to declare blighted properties on both sides of Michigan Boulevard between Dodge and Hamilton Streets for the purpose of providing financial assistance to the Pointe Blue redevelopment project and submit the proposed redevelopment to the Common Council for approval.
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority 10-04-06: To adopt Redevelopment Authority Resolution 06-17 declaring the properties on both sides of Michigan Boulevard between Dodge and Hamilton Strees as blighted.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority 11-09-06: That the Common Council approve the following:
· The findings that the subject properties are blighted under Wisconsin Statutes section 1333 and that a comprehensive redevelopment plan under Wisconsin Statutes section 1333 is not necessary for this redevelopment, and
· That the Authority is authorized to assist the private acquisition and redevelopment of the subject properties.
Further that Redevelopment Authority Resolution 06-17 be adopted.
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06-2752
| A | | Redevelopment plan for the former Racine Steel Castings site and the surrounding area. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District wishing to move forward with a Redevelopment plan for the former Racine Steel Castings site and the surrounding area.
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority 11-09-06: To be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2754
| A | | To adopt the Redevelopment Plan for the Racine Steel Castings Industrial Area | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral). Request of the Executive Director that the Authority adopt the Redevelopment Plan for the Racine Steel Castings Industrial Area and submit the redevelopment plan to the Common Council for approval.
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority 11-09-06: That the Common Council approve the Redevelopment Plan for the Racine Steel Castings Industrial Area as submitted by the Authority.
Fiscal Note: NA. The plan does not call for property acquisition by the Authority or the City.
Further to adopt Resolution 06-18. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2536
| A | | 2007 O&M Budget/2007-2011 Capital Improvement Plan | Communication | Subject: Submittal of the report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission regarding year 2007 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2007-2011 Capital Improvements Budget recommending adoption.
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission of 09-26-06: To adopt. Refer to the Finance & Personnel Committee for approval.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 10-09-06: The item be referred to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole 11-16-2006: recommend approval.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the above proposed budgets, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2595
| A | | Communication from Mayor Becker submitting 2007 proposed budget. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker submitting the 2007 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Dept Service, Enterprise Funds, and Internal Service Funds.
Recommend: that the 2007 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Dept Service, Enterprise Funds, and Internal Service Funds be amended, and approved as amended.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the above proposed budgets, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | |
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06-2769
| A | | Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to apply for funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program for a project titled Determination of Ambient Indicator Levels in Fresh Water Environments by Real-Time PCR.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: Permission granted to the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $30,000 grant with the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (Grant Control No. 2006-048) to be utilized for the Determination of Ambient Indicator Levels in Fresh Water Environments by Real-Time PCR Program.
Fiscal Note: There is a soft match above grant amount of $46,282 on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2770
| A | | Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for a grant in the amount of $3,640 from the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin to fund the Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs. The contract period is January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2007.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: Permission granted to the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $3,640 grant with the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc. (Grant Control No. 2006-046) to be utilized for Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs Program.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2771
| A | | CDC WIC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for and accept funding and the Mayor and City Clerk sign a contract with the State of Wisconsin, Department of Health and Family Services for the CDC WIC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program in the amount of $1,400.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: The City apply for and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $1,400 agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Department of Health and Family Services for the CDC WIC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (Grant Control No. 2007-047).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2221
| A | | Communication asking that North Beach Oasis contract be amended | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor requesting that the North Beach Oasis contract be amended to provide for payment by concessionaire for designated North Beach improvements in lieu of revenues to the City.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 07-24-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 8-9-06: The request be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-11-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 09-13-06: That the contract not be amended. Further recommends that the contract between the City of Racine and the North Beach Oasis be reviewed in totality to implement possible changes in light of strong concerns of constituents in the neighborhood.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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06-2645
| A | | Discussion of 2007 Operating Budget and Fees & Charges. | Report | Subject: Discussion of 2007 Operating Budget and Fees & Charges.
Defer to the next meeting.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 11-14-06: that the report be approved.
Fiscal note: N/A | Received As Read | Pass |
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06-2664
| A | | Communication regarding Civic Centre contract | Communication | Subject: Communication from Stephen T. Nenonen, City Administrator and Scott Letteney, Assistant City Attorney, requesting the opportunity to present an amended contract for the operations of the Civic Centre and Memorial Hall.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-23-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of Civic Centre Commission on 10-25-06: That the amended contract be approved and accepted.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-13-06: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with Compass of Racine, LLC for Civic Centre and Memorial Hall to take effect on January 1, 2007.
Fiscal Note: NA | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7321
| A | | Through-lot Development at 2100 Lathrop Avenue | Resolution | Through-lot Development at 2100 Lathrop Avenue
Resolved, that the plans for a through-lot development for the rebuilding of the McDonald’s Restaurant at 2100 Lathrop Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received October 25, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on November 8, 2006 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the site plan showing driveway placement labeled as Option “B”, Sheet C-1.1 Opt. “B” be the approved site plan and that all other plans be adjusted accordingly.
c. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
d. That the following shall be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development prior to the issuance of a building permit:
1. A landscape plan
2. A site lighting plan.
e. That if an occupancy permit is requested prior to the installation of landscaping, then a landscape bond shall be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development that is equal in va | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7306
| A | | Conditional Use Permit at 6108 Regency West Drive | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit at 6108 Regency West Drive
Whereas, on October 25, 2006 the Plan Commission found merit in the argument of the applicant that asserted vested rights as they relate to their ability to locate a convenient cash facility at 6108 Regency West Drive in conflict with the 2500 foot separation rule as stipulated in Section 114-468 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine; and
Whereas, the circumstances associated with this application, and the assertion of vested rights shall not establish a precedent in the review of future convenient cash facilities.
Now therefore be it resolved, that the request by Mike Maistelman, representing EZ Money of Wisconsin, seeking a conditional use permit to locate a convenient cash business at 6108 Regency West Drive is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped “Received October 27, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on November 8, 2006 be approved, subject to the following conditions.
b. That an occupancy permit and all other applicable permits be requested from the Building Dep | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7307
| A | | Amend 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan | Resolution | Amend 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Chief of Police to amend the 2006 Asset Forfeiture Spending Plan to increase capital outlay by $20,000 for the purchase of 20 tasers.
Fiscal Note: $20,000 appropriated in Account 241.000.5770, Machinery and Equipment. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7308
| A | | Change Order and Final Payment on Electrical Improvements at Lockwood Park | Resolution | Change Order and Final Payment on Electrical Improvements at Lockwood Park
Resolved, that Change Order #1 on Contract 20-06 (K6-021), Electrical Improvements at Lockwood Park, Great Lakes Electric, Inc., Kenosha, Wisconsin, contractor, be approved in the increased amount of $3,890.00 and that the work be accepted and final payment authorized in the amount of $47,463.00.
Fiscal Note: $47,463.00 be appropriated from Account 931.230.5950, Lockwood Tennis Courts, for final payment on Contract 20-06 (K6-021). | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7309
| B | | Change Order and Final Payment for New Football Lighting at Horlick Athletic Field | Resolution | Change Order and Final Payment for New Football Lighting at Horlick Athletic Field
Resolved, that Change Order #1 on Contract 59-05 (K5-068), New Football Lighting at Horlick Athletic Field, Delta Electric, Inc., Racine, contractor, be approved in the increased amount of $1,647.00, and that the work be accepted and final payment be authorized in the amount of $244,017.00 from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Final payment be authorized in the amount of $244,017.00 from Account 985.710.5050, Horlick Field Lights. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7310
| A | | HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center | Resolution | Contract for HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center
Resolved, that the settlement offer on Contract 41-04 (K4-054), HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center, from Capitol Indemnity Corporation, the contractor's bonding company, be accepted in the amount of $24,935.30.
Further resolved, that Contract 41-04 (K4-054), HVAC Upgrades at Dr. Bryant Community Center, be closed in the amount of $22,441.77, the amount paid to the contractor, appropriated from Account 931.230.6960, Bryant Air Handling.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized by Resolution 6159 of September 21, 2004. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7311
| A | | Resolution declaring property to be blighted and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to assist the private redevelopment of the property (Pointe Blue Project) | Resolution | Resolution declaring property to be blighted and authorizing the Redevelopment Authority to assist the private redevelopment of the property (Pointe Blue Project)
WHEREAS, Section 66.1333 of the Wisconsin Statutes, as amended (the "Act"), states that it is the policy of this state to protect and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the people of the state in which blighted areas exist by the elimination and prevention of such areas through the utilization of all means appropriate for that purpose, thereby encouraging well-planned, integrated, stable, safe and healthful neighborhoods, the provision of healthful homes, a decent living environment and adequate places for employment of the people of this state and its communities in such areas; and
WHEREAS, this Common Council has heretofore created the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine (the "Authority") to eliminate or prevent substandard, deteriorated, obsolete and blighted areas in the City of Racine, Wisconsin (the "City"); and
WHEREAS, the Act authorizes the Authority to undertake certain activities wit | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7312
| A | | Redevelopment Plan for Racine Steel Castings Industrial Area | Resolution | Redevelopment Plan for Racine Steel Castings Industrial Area
Resolved, that the Redevelopment Plan for the Racine Steel Castings Industrial Area as approved by the Redevelopment Authority on November 9, 2006, is hereby approved by the Common Council of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The plan does not call for any property acquisition by the Authority or the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7313
| A | | Amendment to Development Agreement Pointe Blue project | Resolution | Amendment to Development Agreement Pointe Blue project
Whereas, on September 25, 2006, by adoption of Resolution No. 06-7244, the Common Council of the City of Racine authorized that the City of Racine enter into a development agreement with Key Bridge Group, Inc., its successors and assigns, Pointe Blue, LLC, its successors and assigns and the Redevelopment Authority for the Pointe Blue redevelopment project; and
Whereas, Key Bridge Group has requested an extension of time to arrange for more favorable financing for the redevelopment;.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that an escrow agreement be executed for a closing on the property acquisition at such time as phase one financing is completed, but no later than April 11, 207.
Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended agreement to amend the date of closing to April 11, 2007, for the Pointe Blue Redevelopment Project .
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7314
| A | | Hold Harmless Agreement for West Racine Christmas Open House | Resolution | Hold Harmless Agreement for West Racine Christmas Open House
Resolved, that the West Racine Business and Professional Association be granted permission to display a Dragon Boat on Saturday, November 28, 2006, at the corner of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard for their Christmas Open House condition on the execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement between the West Racine Business and Professional Association and the City of Racine.
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Res.06-7315
| A | | Thoughts for Foods Event | Resolution | Thoughts for Foods Event
Resolved, that the owner of George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, from 6:00 p.m., Saturday, March 3, 2007 to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 4, 2007, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event;
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way;
F. In the event of snow, the sponsor shall remove all barricades from the street.
G. Sponsor shall be responsible for all detour signage during the event.
H. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7305
| A | | Grant Right of Entry for Walker property to Key Bridge Group | Resolution | Grant Right of Entry for Walker property to Key Bridge Group
Resolved, that Key Bridge Group, the developers of the Pointe Blue Project, be granted permission to perform environmental remediation work on the city owned portion of the Walker property up until the time that the property is sold, with the following stipulations:
A. The sidewalks be maintained in a safe condition, free of snow.
B. The property be maintained in compliance with the City Weed Ordinance.
C. A Certificate of Liability Insurance and Hold Harmless Agreement be filed with the City Attorney's office.
Fiscal Note: Approval of this item will result in no cost to the City of Racine. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7316
| A | | 2008 PCCP Program (2007 Hearings) | Resolution | 2008 PCCP Program (2007 Hearings)
Resolved, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s):
All property fronting upon both sides of alley’s:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Alley, Shoreland Drive, North Street, Charles Street and Sixth Avenue
Alley, Shoreland Drive, North Street, Charles Street and Eighth Avenue
Alley, Shoreland Drive, North Street, LaSalle Street and First Avenue
Alley, Shoreland Drive, North Street, Ninth Avenue and Eighth Avenue
Alley, Shoreland Drive, North Street, Tenth Avenue and Ninth Avenue
Alley, Shoreland Drive, South Street, Charles Street and Sixth Avenue
Alley, Shoreland Drive, South Street, Fourth Avenue and Third Avenue
Alley, Shoreland Drive, South Street, LaSalle Street and First Avenue
Alley, Shoreland Drive, South Street, Ninth Avenue and Eighth | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7317
| A | | Amendment to contract Main Street Bridge | Resolution | Amendment to contract Main Street Bridge
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 on Contract 37-06 (K6-039), Professional Services-Investigate Structural Problem at Main Street Bridge, HNTB, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $48,250 plus $5,000 for reimbursable expenses.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 984.520.5010, Island Park Bridges.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7318
| A | | Final Pament on contract for Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site | Resolution | Final Pament on contract for Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site
Resolved, that the professional services provided by Earth Tech, Inc. under Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $148,407.92, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 6341, dated January 18, 2005. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7319
| A | | Change Order for Paving City Parking Lots | Resolution | Change Order for Paving City Parking Lots
Resolved, that Change Order No. 3 on Contract 25-06 (K6-026), City Parking Lots, Cicchini Asphalt Paving, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $22,055.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 986.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7323
| A | | Approval of use of Mound Cemetery Chapel | Resolution | Approval of use of Mound Cemetery Chapel
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Compassionate Friends Organization to utilize the Mound Cemetery Chapel on December 10, 2006 at a flat fee of $100.
Fiscal Note: Revenues will be placed in the Cemetery's Maintenance Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7320
| A | | Annual Holiday Parade Event | Resolution | Annual Holiday Parade Event
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, and Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 25, 2006, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for their annual Downtown Holiday Parade on the following conditions:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event.
E. The sponsor shall be responsible for the signing of the necessary detours for
the State Highway route.
F. The sponsor shall pay a $750 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide any necessary assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs incurred on a regular shift basis to provide limited assistance | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7322
| A | | Change Order Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving | Resolution | Change Order Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving
Resolved, that Change Order No. 4 on Contract 24-06 (K6-025), Concrete Street Reconstruction and Paving, Milwaukee General Construction Company, contractor, as submitted, be approved to provide a time extension until December 8, 2006, to complete this contract.
Fiscal Note: There will be no change in contract price as a result of this change order. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7324
| A | | Amended contract with Compass of Racine | Resolution | Amended contract with Compass of Racine
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with Compass of Racine, LLC for the Civic Centre and Memorial Hall effective January 1, 2007 under the negotiated terms and conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7325
| A | | Settlement of PAMA Claim | Resolution | Settlement of PAMA Claim
Resolved, that the claim of PAMA, LLC for sanitary sewer wye connection failure adjacent to 1219 Layard Avenue be settled in the amount of $7,882.50.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.160.5910, Judgment and Claims, for the settlement. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7326
| A | | Agreement with State of Wisconsin for the CDC Lead Poisoning Program | Resolution | Agreement with State of Wisconsin for the CDC Lead Poisoning Program
Resolved, that the City of Racine apply for and accept funding and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $1,400 agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Department of Health and Family Services for the CDC WIC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (Grant Control No. 2007-047).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7327
| A | | Apply for grant from Children's Hospital of Wisconsin | Resolution | Apply for grant from Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for the $3,640 grant with the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc. (Grant Control No. 2006-046) to be utilized for Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs Program.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7328
| A | | Permission to apply for grant from Wisconsin Coastal Management Program | Resolution | Permission to apply for grant from Wisconsin Coastal Management Program
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to apply for a $30,000 grant with the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (Grant Control No. 2006-048) to be utilized for the Determination of Ambient Indicator Levels in Fresh Water Environments by Real-Time PCR Program.
Fiscal Note: There is a soft match above grant amount of $46,282 on the part of the City. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7329
| A | | Agreement for Home Improvement Loan Program | Resolution | Agreement for Home Improvement Loan Program
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Home Improvement Loan Program agreement with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) enabling the City to disburse home improvement loans on WHEDA’s behalf and the City earn a sponsor fee.
Fiscal Note: The sponsor fee will be $350 per loan closure to be placed into the Housing Department’s revenue account. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7330
| A | | 2007 Operating Plan for Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine | Resolution | 2007 Operating Plan for Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine
Resolved, that the 2007 operating plan for Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine, dated September 18, 2006, is approved, and the Interim Finance Director is authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District.
Fiscal Note: The plan calls for a total of $187,500 in special assessments to be collected from the 185 eligible properties in the district. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7331
| A | | Agreement with Coalition to End Childhood Lead Poisoning | Resolution | Agreement with Coalition to End Childhood Lead Poisoning
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a services agreement with The Coalition to End Childhood Lead Poisoning, Inc., at a cost of up to $15,000.
Fiscal Note: Expenditures will be covered by a grant from the U.S. Conference of Mayors Fund 756. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7332
| A | | Subcontract agreement with Kenosha County Division of Health for HUD Lead Grant | Resolution | Subcontract agreement with Kenosha County Division of Health for HUD Lead Grant
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a subcontract agreement with the Kenosha County Division of Health for the HUD Lead Demonstration Grant.
Fiscal Note: A hard match is required and will be fulfilled by the CDBG. Grant Control #2006-046. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7304
| A | | 2007 Proposed Budgets | Resolution | 2007 Proposed Budgets
Resolved, that the 2007 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Dept Service, Enterprise Funds, and Internal Service Funds be amended, and approved as amended.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the above proposed budgets, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7303
| A | | 2007 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2007-2011 Capital Improvements Budget | Resolution | 2007 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2007-2011 Capital Improvements Budget
Resolved, that the 2007 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2007-2011 Capital Improvements Budget as submitted to the Committee of the Whole on November 16, 2006, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the above proposed budgets, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7302
| A | | 2007 Sewer Service Rates | Resolution | 2007 Sewer Service Rates
Resolved, that the 2007 Sewer Services Rates as submitted to the Committee of the Whole on November 16, 2006, be approved.
Fiscal Note: Copies, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | |
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ZOrd.0009-06
| A | | An ordinance to rezone 3921-21st Street, 2100 and 2200 Lathrop Avenue | Zoning Ordinance | An ordinance to rezone 3921-21st Street, 2100 and 2200 Lathrop Avenue
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the property located at 3921 - 21st Street, 2100 and 2200 Lathrop Avenue, and more particularly described as follows:
"Lots 6, 8, 9, 10, and 11 of Block 11 of Doris Park Addition to the City of Racine. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin"
be rezoned from "R-2" Single Family Residence, to "B-2" Community Shopping, and designated as Supplement No. ______, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance.
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved: _______________
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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Ord.45-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 45-06
To amend Sec. 46-41(d) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Finance - Racine First Program. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 45-06
To amend Sec. 46-41(d) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Finance - Racine First Program.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 46-41(d) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting "ten percent" in the sixth line and inserting "15%" in its place.
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved: __________________
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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