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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 2/22/2006 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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06-1535 A Daniel P. Wright, city Attorney, acknowledging Deputy City Attorney Guadalupe Villarreal, or "Wally" having served the City as Assistant City Attorney and Deputy City Attorney for nearly 29 years, and will retire on March 3, 2006.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Daniel P. Wright, city Attorney, acknowledging Deputy City Attorney Guadalupe Villarreal, or "Wally" having served the City as Assistant City Attorney and Deputy City Attorney for nearly 29 years, and will retire on March 3, 2006. Recommendation:Received and Filed  Action details Not available
06-1532 A Apply for funding from the Nat'l. Oceanic & Atmospheric Assn./Great Lakes Intnat'l. Environmental LaboratoryCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association/Great Lakes International Environmental Laboratory, Grant Control No. 2006-009. (Referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and to the Board of Health) Recommendation of the Board of Health: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association/Great Lakes International Environmental Laboratory. Fiscal Note: The amount being applied for is $200,000 per year for three years. There is no match required by the City. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association/Great Lakes International Environmental Laboratory grant, Grant Control No. 2006-009, in the amount of $200,000 per year for three years, to be utilized to develop a beach management/classification system for the Great Lakes. Fiscal Note: No matcReferred  Action details Not available
06-1532 A Apply for funding from the Nat'l. Oceanic & Atmospheric Assn./Great Lakes Intnat'l. Environmental LaboratoryCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association/Great Lakes International Environmental Laboratory, Grant Control No. 2006-009. (Referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and to the Board of Health) Recommendation of the Board of Health: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association/Great Lakes International Environmental Laboratory. Fiscal Note: The amount being applied for is $200,000 per year for three years. There is no match required by the City. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association/Great Lakes International Environmental Laboratory grant, Grant Control No. 2006-009, in the amount of $200,000 per year for three years, to be utilized to develop a beach management/classification system for the Great Lakes. Fiscal Note: No matcReferred  Action details Not available
06-1533 A Contract with Managed Health ServicesCommunicationSubject: The Public Health Administrator requests permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with Managed Health Services. (Referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and to the Board of Health) Recommendation from the Board of Health: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Managed Health Services so that the Racine City Health Department is able to bill for and receive reimbursement for services rendered to Managed Health Services and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation from Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Managed Health Services enabling the City of Racine's Health Department to receive Medicaid reimbursement for dedicated health care services provided to the Managed Health Services and Medicaid/Badger Care enrollees. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-1533 A Contract with Managed Health ServicesCommunicationSubject: The Public Health Administrator requests permission for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a contract with Managed Health Services. (Referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and to the Board of Health) Recommendation from the Board of Health: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Managed Health Services so that the Racine City Health Department is able to bill for and receive reimbursement for services rendered to Managed Health Services and Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollees. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation from Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a contract with Managed Health Services enabling the City of Racine's Health Department to receive Medicaid reimbursement for dedicated health care services provided to the Managed Health Services and Medicaid/Badger Care enrollees. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-1557 A Request transfer of funds, cemetery maintenance for landscapingCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department to use the Cemetery's maintenance funds for a project requested by the Cemetery Commission. Recommendation: That permission be granted for the transfer of funds in the cemetery's Maintenance Fund to be utilized for the landscape plan around the Mound Cemetery office. Fiscal Note: Money is available within the general fund for the projects at the Mound Cemetery office and chapel landscaping.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1558 A Letter from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control # 2006-004). The grant amount is $20,000 with a 25% soft match ($5,000).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control # 2006-004). The grant amount is $20,000 with a 25% soft match ($5,000). (Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: The Committee recommends that the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-004, in the amount of $20,000. Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match of $5,000 is required on the part of the City. Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004).Referred  Action details Not available
  A Letter from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control # 2006-005). The grant is in the amount of $5,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,250).ResolutionSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control # 2006-005). The grant is in the amount of $5,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,250). (Item also referred to the License & Welfare ) Recommendation: That the Chief of Police apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-005, in the amount of $5,000. Fiscal Note: 25% soft match in the amount of $1,250 is required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1560 A Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000). (Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee) Recommendation of Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-006, in the amount of $4,000. Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 required on the part of the City. Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006).Referred  Action details Not available
06-1561 A Chief of Police requesting to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-07). the grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000). (Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee) Recommendation of Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-007, in the amount of $4,000. Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 required on the part of the City. Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007).Referred  Action details Not available
06-1562 A Letter from Chief of Police requesting to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). The grant is in the amount of $4,000-$6,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000-$1,500).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). The grant is in the amount of $4,000-$6,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000-$1,500). (Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant, Grant Control No. 2006-008, in the amount of $4,000 - $6,000. Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 - $1,500 required on the part of the City. Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008).Referred  Action details Not available
06-1563 A Transfer of funds for the purchase of a plan-size copier for the Engineering Department.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting the transfer of funds for the purchase of a plan-size copier for the Engineering Department. Recommendation: That the 2005 budget be amended to transfer $10,000 from account 101.600.5770, Traffic - Speed Humps; $5,409 from account 101.600.5780 Traffic - Vehicles; and $15,591 from account 101.630.5780 Street Maintenance - Vehicles to account 101.130.5770 Engineering Equipment - Copier and that this balance be carried forward to 2006 to cover the cost of a plan-size copy machine. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for above transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1564 A Transfer of funds to replace air conditioning compressors at Festival Hall.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting the transfer of funds to replace air conditioning compressors at Festival Hall. Recommendation: That permission granted for the 2005 Capital Improvement budget be amended to transfer $15,000 from account 108.985.5010 Festival Hall - Sound System to account 108-985.5030 Festival Hall - HVAC and that the balance be carried forward to 2006. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the above transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1566 A Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004). The grant is in the amount of $20,000, with a 25% soft match ($5,000).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004). The grant is in the amount of $20,000, with a 25% soft match ($5,000). (Referred to Finance and Personnel and to the License and Welfare Committee) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-004, in the amount of $20,000. Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $5,000 required on the part of the City. Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Alcohol Enforcement Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-004).Referred  Action details Not available
06-1567 A Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-005). The grant is in the amount of $5,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,250).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-005). The grant is in the amount of $5,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,250). (Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-it or Ticket Mobilization grant, Grant Control No. 2006-005, in the amount of $5,000. Fiscal Note: 25% soft match in the amount of $1,250 required on the part of the City. Recommendation of License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Click-It or Ticket Mobilization grant (grant control #2006-005).Referred  Action details Not available
06-1568 A Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 with a 25% soft match ($1,000). (Referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee and to the License & Welfare Committee) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-006, in the amount of $4,000. Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 required on the part of the City. Recommendation of the License and WelfareCommittee: That the Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Bicycle Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-006).Referred  Action details Not available
06-1569 A Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007). The grant is in the amount of $4,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,000).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007). The grant is in the amount of $4,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,000). (Referred to Finance & Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant, Grant Control No. 2006-007, in the amount of $4,000. Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 required on the part of the City. Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2006 Department of Transportation Pedestrian Safety Enforcement grant (grant control #2006-007).Referred  Action details Not available
06-1571 A Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 - $6,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,000 - $1,CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008). The grant is in the amount of $4,000 - $6,000, with a 25% soft match ($1,000 - $1,500). (Referred to Finance and Personnel Committee and to the License and Welfare Committee) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant, Grant Control No. 2006-008, in the amount of $4,000 - $6000. Fiscal Note: A 25% soft match in the amount of $1,000 - 1,500 required on the part of the City. Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: The Chief of Police be granted permission to apply for and accept the Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2006 Youth Alcohol Enforcement CARD grant (grant control #2006-008).Referred  Action details Not available
06-1580 A Development of 141 Main Street (State & Main Street)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development wishing to discuss the agreement with State at Main LLC for the development of 141 Main Street. Recommendation: That the City of Racine/Racine Redevelopment Authority's Term Sheet be approved with State at Main LLC. for the development of 141 Main Street. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-1519 A Schedule for reconstruction of Sixth Street from Main Street to Villa Street.CommunicationSubject: Item 14 of February 22, 2006, communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting to discuss the schedule for the reconstruction of Sixth Street from Main Street to Villa Street. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1528 A Official Notice #2, One (1) Three Wheel Broom Type Street Sweeper.CommunicationSubject: Item 15 of February 22, 2006, communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids received under Official Notice #2, One (1) Three Wheel Broom Type Street Sweeper. Recommendation: The contract for one (1) Elgin Pelican Model P street sweeper be awarded to Bruce Municipal Equipment, at their bid price of $119,811.00, with trade-in, they being the second lowest responsible bidder, that being in the best interest of the City. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 104.000.5780, Street Sweeper. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. The second low bid was selected due to lower maintenance costs which will save the city $95,000.00 over the expected 10-year life of this equipment.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1534 A Rates for the 2006 weed cutting season.CommunicationSubject: Item 17 of February 22, 2006, communication from the Commissioner of Public Works recommending rates for the 2006 weed cutting season. Recommendation: The cost of weed cutting services as submitted by the Commissioner of Public Works be approved as follows for the 2006 weed cutting season: Machine Cutting $125.00/hour Hand Machine Cutting $ 75.00/hour Hand Cutting $ 65.00/hour Transportation Charge $ 40.00 lump sum Fiscal Note: The increase in the cutting rates are to offset increases in the cost of providing this service, which has not been raised since 2003.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1529 A Request to close alley behind 424 N. Memorial Dr. for special event.CommunicationSubject: Item 16 of February 22, 2006, communication from the Pastor of Wayman A.M.E. Church requesting permission to close the alleys behind 424 N. Memorial Drive for their annual Wayman Fest on July 29, 2006 and July 30, 2006. Recommendation: Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church be granted permission to close the north-south alley behind 424 N. Memorial Drive, for their annual festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 29 and 30, 2006, in accordance with their request. Further recommends that permission be granted 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. 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 limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Referred  Action details Not available
06-1536 A WE Energies policy on land use.CommunicationSubject: Item 18 of February 22, 2006, communication annually reaffirming that the policies of We Energies do not permit hunting, use of any motorized recreational vehicles such as snowmobiles, ATV's and motorcycles, or access by non-We energies vehicles on our rights of way and other company property in your community. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1551 A (Direct Referral) The application of Lynne M. Stricker for a Public Passenger Vehicle Driver's License. (Renewal)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) The application of Lynne M. Stricker for a Public Passenger Vehicle Driver's License. (Renewal) Recommendation: License be granted.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1573 A Application of Marcus Cinemas of WI, LLC. for a Movie Theater License at 5101 Washington Avenue (Westgate Cinema 5). (Renewal)CommunicationSubject: Application of Marcus Cinemas of WI, LLC. for a Movie Theater License at 5101 Washington Avenue (Westgate Cinema 5). (Renewal) Recommendation: License be granted.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1574 A Application of Marcus Cinemas of WI, LLC. for a Movie Theater License at 5230 Durand Avenue (Regency Mall Cinemas). (Renewal)CommunicationSubject: Application of Marcus Cinemas of WI, LLC. for a Movie Theater License at 5230 Durand Avenue (Regency Mall Cinemas). (Renewal) Recommendation: License be granted.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1586 A Communication requesting that upon adoption of Ordinance 3-06 relating to the taxicab service, the License & Welfare Committee will be required to adopt procedures relating to taxicab licenses.CommunicationSubject: Communication requesting that upon adoption of Ordinance 3-06 relating to the taxicab service, the License & Welfare Committee will be required to adopt procedures relating to taxicab licenses. Recommendation: Adopt the committee policy implementing Ordinance 3-06.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1587 A requesting to appear before the Traffic Commission to discuss restricting the parking in the proximity of the library's book return bins on Ohio Street across from Goodland School.CommunicationSubject: Item 19 of 2-22-06, being a communication from the Business Manager at the Racine Library in regards to restricting the parking on Ohio Street across from Goodland School. Recommendation: A No Parking Any Time be installed on "Ohio Street, east side, from Graceland Boulevard north 80 feet". Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $100.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $40.00.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1575 A Mayor requesting to discuss using local option funds to pay for training of residents in our central city neighborhoods in being proactive in dealing with problems in their neighborhoods.CommunicationSubject:Communication from the Mayor requesting to discuss using local option funds to pay for training of residents in our central city neighborhoods in being proactive in dealing with problems in their neighborhoods. Recommendation: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
06-1588 A Community Option FundCommunicationSubject: The Public Health Administrator requests permission to accept $15,000 from the Community Option Fund for the purpose of hiring the Coalition to End Childhood Lead Poisoning to assist the city of Racine in applying for a grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Recommendation: That up to $15,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Racine Health Department to hire a grant writer to assist in developing an application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for grant funding to end childhood lead poisoning. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1591 A Lee Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a The Journal Times owner of Lot 6 and West 86.52 feet of Lot 5, Stephen F. Olsen Industrial Park, Known as 2525 Norwood Court is requesting to go forward with the sale of the property and request the necessary consent from theCommunicationSubject: Communication from Lee Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a The Journal Times owner of Lot 6 and West 86.52 feet of Lot 5, Stephen F. Olsen Industrial Park, Known as 2525 Norwood Court is requesting to go forward with the sale of the property and request the necessary consent from the City of Racine. Recommendation: Recommends the City go on record that it has no objection to the sale of 2525 Norwood Court by the Racine Journal Times. This action will allow the property to be developed for industrial purposes in a more expeditious manner.Referred  Action details Not available
06-1530 A Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting that renters of community centers and park shelters who serve alcohol be required to provide insurance for their events.CommunicationCommunication from the City Attorney requesting that renters of community centers and park shelters who serve alcohol be required to provide insurance for their events. Recommendation: DeferReferred  Action details Not available
06-1455 B Downtown Corporation requesting the Parks and Recreation Commission and the City of Racine waive the fees at Monument Square.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Executive Director of Downtown Racine Corporation requesting the Parks and Recreation Commission and the City of Racine waive the fees for DRC for five years. Recommendation: That the Parks & Recreation and Cultural Services establish policy guidelines for all users of Monument Square; that no fees be charged for the use of Monument Square; that their be no admission fees or closed off areas for entrance; that there be a $300 deposit refundable upon cleanup of the square and that established guideline policies by the Parks & Recreation and Cultural Services be followed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1484 A Letter from Chief Spenner, requesting to apply for the 2006 U.S. Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial, Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). Tery Maier has issued grant control #2006-003. The grant is for $60,003, to be split equally with Racine CountyCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police wishing to apply for the 2006 U.S. Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial, Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). Grant Control No. 2006-003. Recommendation: That the Racine Police Chief be granted permission to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial, Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). Grant Control No. 2006-003. Fiscal Note: The total grant will be in conjunction with Racine County Sheriff's Department and the City of Racine's share will be $30,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1490 A Julie Anastasio, Human Resources Coordinator requesting to enter into an agreement with Security Benefit Group to establish a Section 457 Deferred Compensation plan. The plan would be available to all City of Racine employees.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Human Resource's Coordinator requesting to enter into an agreement with Security Benefit Group to establish a Section 457 Deferred Compensation plan. Recommendation: That the City of Racine enters into an agreement with Security Benefit Group to establish a Section 457 Deferred Compensation plan opens to all City of Racine employees. Fiscal Note: No cost to the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1497 A Accept donation of $12,000.00 for "Back-to-School/Stay-in-School" FestivalCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Manager of Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $12,000 donation for the "Back-to-School/Stay-in-School" festival. Recommendation: That the Manager of Recreation & Cultural Services be granted permission to accept a $12,000 donation for the 2005 "Back-to-School/Stay-in-School" festival which purchased backpacks and school supplies for Racine children. Fiscal Note: The donation will help fund shortfalls in the program.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1505 B An agreement with Security Benefit Group to establish a 501{c} 9 VEBA Trust also know as a Voluntary Employee's Beneficiary Association plan. This is in accordance with the provisions of the Racine Police Association agreement and would be available onlyCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Human Resource's Coordinator requesting to enter into an agreement with Security Benefit Group to establish a 501{c} 9 VEBA Trust also know as a Voluntary Employee's Beneficiary Association plan. Recommendation: That the City of Racine enters into an agreement with Security Benefit Group to establish a 501 {c} 9 VEBA Trust also known as a Voluntary Employee's Beneficiary Association plan that is open only to members of the Racine Police Association. Fiscal Note: All sick leave payout at retirement for Racine Police Association members will be deposited in these accounts on a pretax basis. The savings towards the City will be 7.65%.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
05-1211 A Request to submit a grant application to the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program for the acquisition and restoration of the former Racine Coast Guard Station.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to submit a grant application to the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program for the acquisition and restoration of the former Racine Coast Guard Station. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1451 A Bids on Official Notice No. 4 for One (1) Melter Applicator.CommunicationSubject: Item 13 of February 8, 2006, communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids received for Official Notice No. 4 for One (1) Melter Applicator. Recommendation: The contract for one (1) Melter Applicator be awarded to Sherwin Industries, Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $46,229.76, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 101.630.5980, Licensed Vehicles. Fiscal Note: Funding is available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1489 A Request to close Hoffert Drive for Soap Box Derby.CommunicationSubject: Item 8 of February 8, 2006, communication from the President of Fast Cat Trucking, Inc. requesting to close off Hoffert Dr. along North Beach for the Racine Area Soap Box Derby. Recommendation: The Racine Area Soap Box Derby be granted permission to use Hoffert Drive for a rally on Saturday and Sunday, May 13 & 14, Saturday and Sunday, June 17 & 18, and Saturday and Sunday, September 9 & 10, 20065, with the following stipulations: A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. The set up and dismantling of barricades, snow fencing and placement of waste barrels will be the responsibility of the Soap Box Derby Association and must be erected no sooner than 24 hours prior to the event and must be removed no later than 24 hours after the event; D. Any overtime and/or equipment and material loss will be charged to the Soap Box Derby Association; E. The sponsor shall notify all residents on Michigan Boulevard and residents in the 200 blocks of Kewaunee Street, St. Patrick Street, High Street, and Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1513 A Gorman & Company, Inc. request to discuss entering into an agreement with the City to relocate the traffic light and street light control systems at the corner of State and Gaslight Drive.CommunicationSubject: Item 9 of February 7, 2005, communication from Gorman & Company, Inc. requesting to enter into an agreement with the City to relocate the traffic light and street light control systems at the corner of State Street and Gaslight Drive. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Gorman & Company, Inc. for the relocation of traffic light and street light control systems at the intersection of State Street and Main Street. The estimated cost to relocate these systems is $47,000.00 plus any charges from WE Energies for new electrical services. Further recommends that the agreement requires Gorman & Company, Inc. to place in escrow with the City of Racine the sum of $47,000.00. Further recommends that due to the schedule for implementing these changes, that public bidding requirements be waived. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine for making changes to the street light and traffic signal control system.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1514 A Replace a porch at 1240 Erie Street.CommunicationSubject: Item 10 of February 7, 2006, communication from Michael Bohm, 7223 Blackhawk Drive, wishing to replace a porch at 1240 Erie Street that was damaged due to a traffic accident. Recommendation: The property owner of 1240 Erie Street be granted permission to replace a porch that extends onto City right-of-way, 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 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
06-1515 A Bids for one (1) mid-sized ride on sweeper.CommunicationSubject: Item 12 of February 8, 2006, communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids for the purchase of one (1) mid-sized ride-on sweeper. Recommendation: The contract for one (1) mid-sized ride-on sweeper be awarded to Tennant Sales and Service Company, Minneapolis, MN, at their bid price of $26,685.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 106.110.5790, Unlicensed Vehicle. Fiscal Note: Funding is available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Ord.0915-06 A ORDINANCE NO. 4-06 RELATING TO ADMINISTRATION; TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES - COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKSOrdinanceItem 70 of February 8, 2006, ORDINANCE NO. 4-06 RELATING TO ADMINISTRATION; TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES - COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee: Recommendation: Ordinance No. 4-06 of February 7, 2006 relating to Administration; Traffic and Vehicles - Commissioner of Public Works, be adopted. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Received As ReadPass Action details Not available
06-1517 A Bids for two (2) Garbage Truck Chassis.CommunicationSubject: Item 14 of February 8, 2006, communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids received for the purchase of two (2) Garbage Truck Chassis. Recommendation: The contract for Two (2) Crane Carrier chassis w/Pak-Mor R325B packer, with trade-ins, be awarded to Cumberland Servicenter, at their bid price of $315,694.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 101.400.5780, Licensed Vehicles, Solid Waste. Fiscal Note: Funding is available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1526 A Proposal for City Hall Renovations, Phase I.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for professional services for City Hall Renovations, Phase I. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services contract with ARC Architectural Group, LLC, Racine, WI, for the provision of plans and specifications for City Hall Renovations, Phase I, at a cost not-to-exceed $61,810.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 986.100.5010, City Hall Facility Plan Implementation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1527 A Proposal for Construction Management Services for Racine Street Sewer Lining.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referrral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal for professional services for Construction Management Services for Racine Street Sewer Lining. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services contract with Earth Tech, Inc., for Inspection and Construction Management Services for the Racine Street Sewer Lining project, at a cost not-to-exceed $17,293.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 985.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer Construction, Various Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
05-1273 A Application of BMPS, Inc for an Adult-Oriented EstablishmentApplicationSubject: The application of BMPS, Inc., for an Adult-Oriented Establishment for 316 Main Street. (1st District) Recommendation: This item be deferred to the 2/13/06 License and Welfare Committee meeting. 2/13/06 License and Welfare meeting recommendation - License be granted.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Ord.0912-06 A ORDINANCE NO. 01-06 to amend Sec. 30-84(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Garden court crypts construction and maintenance fund.OrdinanceORDINANCE NO. 01-06 to amend Sec. 30-84(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Garden court crypts construction and maintenance fund.   Action details Not available
06-1493 A (Direct Referral) The application of Mary Christman for a Public Passenger Vehicle Driver's License. (Renewal)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) The application of Mary Christman for a Public Passenger Vehicle Driver's License. (Renewal) Recommendation: License be granted.   Action details Not available
06-1512 A Communication from 2nd District Alderman requesting to discuss events that took place at 1801 Mead Street, T's Corner store on 1/1/06CommunicationSubject: Communication from 2nd District Alderman requesting to discuss events that took place at 1801 Mead Street, T's Corner store on 1/1/06 Recommendation: Begin due process hearing.   Action details Not available
Ord.0913-06 A ORDINANCE NO. 2-06 RELATING TO OFFENSES - GANG LOITERINGOrdinanceORDINANCE NO. 2-06 RELATING TO OFFENSES - GANG LOITERING   Action details Not available
Ord.0914-06 A ORDINANCE NO. 3-06 RELATING TO PUBIC PASSENGER VEHICLES; TAXICABS.OrdinanceORDINANCE NO. 3-06 RELATING TO PUBIC PASSENGER VEHICLES; TAXICABS.   Action details Not available
06-1518 A Application of Jermaine Weatherspoon for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 303 Dodge Street. (4th District) (Alderman of the 4th District included in reference)CommunicationSubject: Application of Jermaine Weatherspoon for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 303 Dodge Street. (4th District) (Alderman of the 4th District included in reference) Recommendation: License be granted.   Action details Not available
05-1363 A CUP - Electronic (LED) sign at 2405 Northwestern Ave.Conditional Use PermitSubject: Direct Referral. Consideration of a request by Antoinette Marie Zell, MD of Swift Care requesting a Conditional Use Permit to replace an existing sign panel with an electronic (LED) sign panel at 2405 Northwestern Avenue. The property is zoned O/I Office Institutional District. Recommendation: Approve, with conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received February 1, 2006" and presented to the Plan Commission on February 8, 2006 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all signs be professionally made. c. That this approval includes the removal of two existing monument signs and the installation of two new monument signs containing one-sided electronic signs on each monument. Final design of monument signs shall be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. d. That the electronic signs are for the exclusive use of a walk-in clinic and a pharmacy. e. That the total number of non-directional signs at this location shall not exceed five separate signs and the total square footage of such signs shall not Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Ord.0916-06 A ORDINANCE NO. 5-06 RELATING TO ZONINGOrdinanceORDINANCE NO. 5-06 - To amend the title of Chapter 114, Article VI, create Sec. 114-635, create Division 1. AC Access Corridor Overlay District, and create Division 2. FD Flex Development Overlay District, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning.Received As ReadPass Action details Not available
06-1524 A CSM- 1721 Packard AvenueApplicationSubject: Direct Referral. Certified Survey Map for the Southside Industrial Park (former Jacobson/Textron property) at 1721 Packard Avenue. Recommendation: That the four parcels Certified Survey Map submitted by the Redevelopment Authority for the property at 1721 Packard Avenue be approved, subject to the following language: "Resolved that this Certified Survey Map, located in the City of Racine, is hereby approved by the Common Council of the City of Racine on this ______ day of ___________, 2006." Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
05-1135 A 12th District requesting that the Common Council be given an update on the efforts that have been made over the past 2 years to bring new employment opportunitiesCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting that the Common Council be given an update on the efforts that have been made over the past 2 years to bring new employment opportunities to city residents. Recommendation: Item be received and filed.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
05-1405 A Ken Yorgan requesting that a referendum on the Iraq war be placed on the spring ballot.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District submitting a request from Ken Yorgan, 2118 summit Avenue, requesting that a referendum on the Iraq war be placed on the Spring ballot. Recommendation: Item be received and filed.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
06-1572 A Mayor's ReportCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating the following appointment for Human Resources Director for the City of Racine. Appoint Sylvia Coronado-Romero to position of Human Resources Director. Recommendation:AdoptedPass Action details Not available
05-1355 B Children's Hospital - Children with Special Healthcare NeedsCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health administrator requesting permission to accept funding and enter into a contract with Children's Hospital to be used for Children with Special Health care needs for 2006. (Grant Control No. 2005-050) Item was also referred to the Board of Health. Finance & Personnel Committee's recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $3,200 agreement with the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin for the Children with Special Healthcare Needs Program for the period of January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
06-1441 A 10th District Alderman requesting a comprehensive study of all fees be conducted by the department and presented to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. The new few schedule should be presented to the Council no later than August 1, 2006CommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman of the 10th District requesting a comprehensive study of all Park and Recreation fees be conducted and presented to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. Recommendation: ApproveAdoptedPass Action details Not available
06-1443 A Agreement with Pepsi Americas - Pepsi-Cola General BottlersCommunicationSubject:Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting the Mayor and City Clerk enter into an agreement with Pepsi Americas- Pepsi-Cola General Bottlers, being the exclusive provider of beverages at five community centers. Recommendation: ApproveAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6903 A CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL CONTRACT FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTHCARE NEEDSResolutionCHILDREN'S HOSPITAL CONTRACT FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTHCARE NEEDSAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6904 A PERMISSION FOR STREET CLOSURES FOR SOAP BOX DERBYResolutionPERMISSION FOR STREET CLOSURES FOR SOAP BOX DERBYAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6905 A AGREEMENT FOR RELOCATING TRAFFIC AND STREET LIGHT CONTROL SYSTEMSResolutionAGREEMENT FOR RELOCATING TRAFFIC AND STREET LIGHT CONTROL SYSTEMSAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6906 A HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT TO REPLACE PORCH AT 1240 ERIE STREETResolutionHOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT TO REPLACE PORCH AT 1240 ERIE STREETAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6907 A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR CITY HALL RENOVATIONSResolutionPROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR CITY HALL RENOVATIONSAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6908 A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR RACINE STREET SEWER LININGResolutionPROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR RACINE STREET SEWER LININGAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6909 A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 2405 NORTHWESTERN AVENUEResolutionCONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 2405 NORTHWESTERN AVENUEAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6910 A APPROVAL OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP FOR 1721 PACKARD AVENUEResolutionAPPROVAL OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP FOR 1721 PACKARD AVENUEAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6911 A AGREEMENT WITH SECURITY BENEFIT GROUP TO ESTABLISH DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANResolutionAGREEMENT WITH SECURITY BENEFIT GROUP TO ESTABLISH DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6912 A AGREEMENT WITH SECURITY BENEFIT GROUP TO ESTABLISH A VEBA TRUSTResolutionAGREEMENT WITH SECURITY BENEFIT GROUP TO ESTABLISH A VEBA TRUSTAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.06-6913 A AGREEMENT WITH PEPSI AMERICAS FOR COMMUNITY CENTERSResolutionAGREEMENT WITH PEPSI AMERICAS FOR COMMUNITY CENTERSAdoptedPass Action details Not available