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15-00900
| A | | claim of Veronica Belcher | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Veronica Belcher for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/26/2015: That the claim of Veronica Belcher be denied.
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15-00928
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss separating the duties of Human Resource Administrator from the City Attorney's office and hiring a full time Human Resource Administra | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss separating the duties of Human Resource Administrator from the City Attorney's office and hiring a full time Human Resource Administrator.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/26/15: Receive and File.
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15-00929
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District asking to meet in closed session with the Finance and Personnel Committee, pursuant to Wisconsin Statute § 19.85(1)(c), for the purpose of considering employment or performance evaluation data of a parti | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District asking to meet in closed session with the Finance and Personnel Committee, pursuant to Wisconsin Statute § 19.85(1)(c), for the purpose of considering employment or performance evaluation data of a particular public employee over whom the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/26/2015: Receive and File.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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15-00938
| A | | Communication from the Finance Director requesting to have a representative from Robert W. Baird appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee at their next scheduled meeting on Monday, October 26, 2015 to discuss refunding the City's 2015 Anticipatio | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to have a representative from Robert W. Baird appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee at their next scheduled meeting on Monday, October 26, 2015 to discuss refunding the City's 2015 Anticipation Note that was issued for our Capital Projects.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/26/2015: Recommend refunding the City's 2015 Anticipation Note that was issued for our Capital Projects.
Fiscal Note: Maturities are structured over 14 years, from 2016 thru 2029. Resolution to be presented to the Council on November 17, 2015. | Referred | |
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15-00930
| A | | Communication from Jeff Collen, Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use City right-of-way, Monument Square and Sam Johnson Parkway on June 18, 2016 for the 38th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res No. 15-0446) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Jeff Collen, Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use City right-of-way, Monument Square and Sam Johnson Parkway on June 18, 2016 for the 38th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res No. 15-0446)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-27-15: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain City streets for the period of 6:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, June 18, 2016, and to close the following streets:
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street
Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street
State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic)
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street
Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for t | Referred | |
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15-00932
| A | | (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Odd Fellows Bistro LLC dba Odd Fellows Bistro 817 Main Street, Emily Day, Agent. (1st District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Odd Fellows Bistro LLC dba Odd Fellows Bistro 817 Main Street, Emily Day, Agent. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-27-15: That the (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Odd Fellows Bistro LLC dba Odd Fellows Bistro 817 Main Street, Emily Day, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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15-00936
| A | | (New) Application of Guy Singer Dance Studio, Guy Louis Singer, Agent, for a Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1514 Junction Avenue (3rd District). | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Guy Singer Dance Studio, Guy Louis Singer, Agent, for a Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1514 Junction Avenue (3rd District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-27-15: That the (New) Application of Guy Singer Dance Studio, Guy Louis Singer, Agent, for a Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1514 Junction Avenue be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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15-00862
| A | | Ald. of the 4th District requesting to rescind Resolution 15-00785, ZOrd. 002-15. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District requesting that the Common Council rescind the vote taken on August 4, 2015 on ZOrd. 002-15 for the rezoning of the CVS property at Washington Avenue and Ohio Street. Note: If the Common Council rescinds the August 4, 2015 vote, the Common Council might then address the issue of ZOrd. 002-15.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 03-01-2016: to rescind the August 4, 2015 vote on ZOrd. 002-15.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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15-00862
| A | | Ald. of the 4th District requesting to rescind Resolution 15-00785, ZOrd. 002-15. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District requesting that the Common Council rescind the vote taken on August 4, 2015 on ZOrd. 002-15 for the rezoning of the CVS property at Washington Avenue and Ohio Street. Note: If the Common Council rescinds the August 4, 2015 vote, the Common Council might then address the issue of ZOrd. 002-15.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 03-01-2016: to rescind the August 4, 2015 vote on ZOrd. 002-15.
Fiscal Note: N/A | to suspend the Rules of Council | Fail |
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15-00927
| A | | Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting to add $355,000 to the 2016 CIP Budget to address the Sidewalk Inspection and Replacement Programs. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting to add $355,000 to the 2016 CIP Budget to address the Sidewalk Inspection and Replacement Programs.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10-22-2015: the Item be Received and Filed.
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15-00935
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District to amend municipal code 70-83 (Ord. 14-15) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting an amendment to Municipal Code 70-83 - Camping, business or entertainment permit to allow the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to provide written consent as the boards designee. (Ord. 14-15)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 11/18/15: Defer.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 12/9/15: To approve the amendment to section 70-83 as drafted. | Referred | |
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15-00814
| C | | Accept Donation from AGA Foundation (Res No. 15-0383) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $1,150.00 donation from the Girls Gear Foundation dba AGA Foundation. (Res No. 15-0383)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $1,150.00 donation from the Girls Gear Foundation dba AGA Foundation.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00854
| A | | Request for $9,500 in grant funds from SCJ; Grant Control#00065 (Res No. 15-0384) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply & accept $9,500.00 in grant funds from the SC Johnson, Maxi Grant for School/Government Agency, to support the Performing Arts Program at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center. No match required. Grant Control #00065. (Res No. 15-0384)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply and accept $9,500.00 in grant funds from the SC Johnson, Maxi Grant for School/Government Agency, to support the Performing Arts Program at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center. Grant Control #00065.
Fiscal Note: No match required. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00866
| A | | Communication from the Finance Director requesting to enter into an agreement to add parking tickets to the official payments contracts. (Res No. 15-0390) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to enter into an agreement to add parking tickets to the official payments contracts. (Res No. 15-0390)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a contract with Official Payments for the collection of multiple municipal customer payments.
Fiscal Note: No cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00867
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief requesting to accept donations for the "No Good or Services were exchanged for the donation" care of needy dogs and cats in the community. (Res No. 15-0385) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept donations from Fromm feeding friends, Fromm Family Pet Foods for the Police Department K-9 Unit. (Res No. 15-0385)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: Permission be granted to the Chief of Police to accept donations from Fromm Feeding Friends, Fromm Family Pet Foods for the Police Department K-9 Unit.
Fiscal Note: No cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00875
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the 2016 Beat Control Grant for $121,434.00. (Res No. 15-0386) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the 2016 Beat Control Grant for $121,434.00 (Grant #00066). (Res No. 15-0386)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: Permission be granted to the Chief of Police to apply and accept the 2016 Beat Control Grant for $121,434.00 (Grant #00066).
Fiscal Note: Hard match of $40,478.00 required. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00882
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to discuss the Safety & Security Officer position with Racine Unified School District. (Res No. 15-0389) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to discuss the Safety & Security Officer position with Racine Unified School District. (Res No. 15-0389)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: Recommended that the City negotiate and enter into an agreement with Racine Unified School District for a joint position of Safety and Security Officer.
Fiscal Note: Racine Unified to reimburse 50% of all costs. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00885
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept a donation for a new Patrol/Narcotic K-9 at $15,000. (Res No. 15-0388) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to accept a donation for a new Patrol/Narcotic K-9 at $15,000. (Res No. 15-0388)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: Permission be granted to the Chief of Police to accept a donation of a new Patrol/Narcotic K-9 valued at $15,000.
Fiscal Note: No cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00889
| A | | | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District asking for referral to the Finance and Personnel Committee a request to discuss Administration discretion in City policy regarding pre-employment conditions.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00853
| A | | Streets to be included in the 2016 Public Hearings for 2017 Construction. (Res No. 15-0395) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a list of streets to be included in the 2016 Public Hearings for 2017 Construction. (Res No. 15-0395)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: That the following list of streets, as submitted by the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, be considered for reconstruction with Portland cement concrete paving for the 2017 construction season (2016 public hearings) and that a preliminary resolution be introduced.
Portland Concrete Paving
Apple Tree Circle - Cul-de-sac to N. Illinois Street
Barbara Drive - Cul-de-sac to Golf Avenue
Chatham Street - Melvin Avenue to Lombard Avenue
DeKoven Avenue - Clark Street to Racine Street
Erie Street - Prospect Street to Colbert Street
Kentucky Street - Kinzie Avenue to Haven Avenue
Kewaunee Street - N. Main Street to Chatham Street
Lighthouse Drive - Sheffield Drive to Queens Court
Lombard Avenue - N. Main Street to Chatham Street
N. Osborne Boulevard - Fairway Drive to Ravine Drive
Rickeman S | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00877
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 13-14 (K4-013), CDBG Asphalt, Stark Pavement Corporation, contractor. (Res No. 15-0393) | Communication | Subject: Change Order No. 1 on Contract 13-14 (K4-013), CDBG Asphalt, Stark Pavement Corporation, contractor. (Res No. 15-0393)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 13-14 (K4-013), CDBG Asphalt, Stark Pavement Corporation, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($62,086.21).
Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts:
($38,018.19) - Org-Object 45040-57500 (994.908.5220), Asphalt Resurfacing
($24,067.92) - Org-Object 20044-57500 (894.030.5540), Asphalt Resurfacing CDBG
($62,086.21) - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00878
| A | | Final payment, Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt, Stark Pavement Corporation., contractor. (Res No. 15-0394) | Communication | Subject: Final payment, Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt, Stark Pavement Corporation., contractor. (Res No. 15-0394)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: That the work done by Stark Pavement Corporation, under Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $447,626.89.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0180, dated May 6, 2014. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00891
| A | | Communication from Glenn Geurts and Wesley Rosenberg requesting permission to waive catch basin restrictions at 2101 Lathrop Avenue. (Res No. 15-0392) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Glenn Geurts and Wesley Rosenberg requesting permission to waive catch basin restrictions at 2101 Lathrop Avenue. (Res No. 15-0392)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: Approval to waive catch basin restrictions at 2101 Lathrop Avenue.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00901
| A | | 2015 Pavement Management System Summary Report. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the 2015 Pavement Management System Summary Report.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00902
| A | | 2015 Sanitary and Storm Sewer Assessment Management Report. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the 2015 Sanitary and Storm Sewer Assessment Management Report.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00904
| A | | Sidewalk Inspection Program | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting to discuss the Sidewalk Inspection Program.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: Receive and file.
Further recommends that a new item be referred to the Committee of the Whole to consider adding $355,000 to the 2016 CIP Budget to address the Sidewalk Inspection and Replacement Programs.
Fiscal Note: Funding to be determined. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00905
| A | | Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to use City right-of-way for the annual Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 14, 2015. (Res No. 15-0391) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to use City right-of-way for the annual Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 14, 2015. (Res No. 15-0391)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: That permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Ontario Street, State Street between Ontario Street and Main Street, Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 14, 2015, for the Holiday Parade with the following stipulations:
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. The sponsor shall pay a $750.00 special event fee.
F. If required, sponsor shall b | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00876
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to purchase a Police Mobile Command Vehicle from LDV Inc. in the amount of $344,888.00 under GSA grant pricing. (Res No. 15-0387) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to purchase a Police Mobile Command Vehicle from LDV Inc. in the amount of $344,888.00 under GSA grant pricing. (Res No. 15-0387)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/12/2015: Funding for the purchase of a Police Mobile Command Vehicle from LDV Inc. in the amount of $344,888.00 under GSA grant pricing be appropriated from recaptured Capital Improvement Bond Proceeds.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-13-15: That the communication from the Chief of Police requesting to purchase a Police Mobile Command Vehicle from LDV Inc. in the amount of $344,888.00 under GSA grant pricing be approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for a re-appropriation. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00880
| A | | Application of Pizza Hut, Inc., Rebecca J. Pohlman, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License for 5000 Washington Avenue (12th District). | Communication | Subject: Application of Pizza Hut, Inc., Rebecca J. Pohlman, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 5000 Washington Avenue (12th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-13-2015: That the application of Pizza Hut, Inc., Rebecca J. Pohlman, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 5000 Washington Avenue be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00899
| A | | Tara McMenamin | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, September 15, 2015.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-13-15: That the item be recommended to be received and filed as the highest responsible bidder out of three bids was Sturtevant Auto Salvage.
Fiscal Note N/A: This will generate $8,102.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00909
| A | | 931 Center Street (Res No. 15-0398) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Adolfo Sifuentes and Flor Gabriela Villa to purchase 931 Center Street, an NSP property. (Res No. 15-0398)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on October 15, 2015: To approve the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Adolfo Sifuentes and Flor Gabriela Villa to purchase 931 Center Street, an NSP property with contingencies as listed on attachment.
Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the NSP-1 program. The City will receive $90,000.00 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00907
| A | | CU 2200 Oakes Road (Res No. 15-0397) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request by Robert Bokowski, representing WE Energies, for a conditional use permit to replace an existing 200-foot tall communication tower with a 230-foot tower at 2200 Oakes Road. (Res No. 15-0397 & Res No. 0139-17)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-14-15: To approve the request subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00886
| A | | 606 College Avenue Signage Request (Res No. 15-0396) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Review of a signage request for 606 College Avenue, Seven Keys to Escape. (DC-15) (Res No. 15-0396)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-13-15: That the property owner of 606 College Avenue be granted permission to install a stationary projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $150.00 processing fee paid, in accordance with the State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets.
Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $125.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00772
| A | | presentation of the State of the Library Address | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the President of the Library Board requesting to have the Library Director present the State of the Library Address to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10-06-2015: the Item be Received and Filed.
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15-00872
| A | | RCEDC report on current Economic Development efforts. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) RCEDC would like to update the Common Council on current Economic Development efforts.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10-06-2015: the Item be Received and Filed.
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15-00934
| A | | Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:
Reappoint Dustan Balkcom 501 6th Street, Racine, WI 53403 on the Transit and Parking Commission to a three-year term, expiring October 1, 2018
Reappoint Deborah Ganaway, 1010 Orchard St, Racine, WI 53405 on the Transit and Parking Commission to a three-year term, expiring October 1, 2018
Reappoint John Heckenlively 410 7th Street, Racine, WI 53403 on the Transit and Parking Commission to a three-year term, expiring October 1, 2018
Reappoint Alderman Raymond DeHahn 2706 Diane Avenue, Racine, WI 53404 on the Transit and Parking Commission to a one-year term, expiring October 1, 2016 | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00692
| A | | Request for temporation easement WI Dept. of Military Affairs (Res No. 15-0399) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs requesting a temporary easement for the restoration of the ditch located on the north side of the Military Vehicle Storage Compound which will require minor grading of City land. (Res No. 15-0399)
Recommendation from the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 10/14/15: To approve the requested temporary easement for the restoration of the ditch located on the north side of the MIlitary Vehicle Storage Compound, requiring minor grading to City Land, pending an executed agreement & release of liability drafted by the City Attorney's office.
Fiscal Note: There to be no cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | |
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15-00812
| B | | Communication to revise Municipal Code Section 70-37 (Ord. 13-15) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting to make revisions to the Municipal Code Section 70-37 concerning the eligibility of members.(Ord. 13-15)
Recommendation from the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 10/14/15: To direct the City Attorney's office to repeal & recreate section 70-37 of the Municipal Code as requested by the 9th District Alderman.
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| A | | Donation from Girls Gear Foundation dba AGA Foundation | Resolution | Donation from Girls Gear Foundation dba AGA Foundation
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $1,150.00 donation from the Girls Gear Foundation dba AGA Foundation.
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| A | | Grant to Support Performing Arts Program at Dr. John Bryant Community Center | Resolution | Grant to Support Performing Arts Program at Dr. John Bryant Community Center
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply and accept $9,500.00 in grant funds from the SC Johnson, Maxi Grant for School/Government Agency, to support the Performing Arts Program at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center. (Grant Control #00065)
Fiscal Note: No match required. | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0385
| A | | Donation to Police Department K-9 Unit | Resolution | Donation to Police Department K-9 Unit
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Chief of Police to accept donations from Fromm Feeding Friends/Fromm Family Pet Foods for the Police Department K-9 Unit.
Fiscal Note: No cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | 2016 Beat Control Grant | Resolution | 2016 Beat Control Grant
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Chief of Police to apply for and accept the 2016 Beat Control Grant in the amount of $121,434.00. (Grant Control #00066)
Fiscal Note: Hard match of $40,478.00 required. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | Purchase of a Police Mobile Command Vehicle | Resolution | Purchase of a Police Mobile Command Vehicle
Resolved, that the request of the Chief of Police to purchase a Police Mobile Command Vehicle from LDV, Inc. in the amount of $344,888.00 under GSA grant pricing is approved.
Fiscal Note: Funding for the purchase is in the amount of $344,888.00 under GSA grant pricing will be appropriated from recaptured Capital Improvement Bond Proceeds..There are sufficient funds available for a re-appropriation. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | New Patrol/Narcotic K-9 Unit | Resolution | New Patrol/Narcotic K-9 Unit
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Chief of Police to accept a donation of a new Patrol/Narcotic K-9 unit valued at $15,000.00.
Fiscal Note: No cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | Safety & Security Officer Position with Racine Unified School District | Resolution | Safety & Security Officer Position with Racine Unified School District
Resolved, that the City negotiate and enter into an agreement with Racine Unified School District for a joint position of a Safety and Security Officer.
Fiscal Note: Racine Unified School District to reimburse 50% of all costs. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | Add Parking Tickets to Official Payments Contracts | Resolution | Add Parking Tickets to Official Payments Contracts
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract with Official Payments for the collection of multiple municipal customer payments.
Fiscal Note: No cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0391
| A | | 2015 Holiday Parade | Resolution | 2015 Holiday Parade
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Ontario Street, State Street between Ontario Street and Main Street, Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 14, 2015, for the Holiday Parade with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to, and paid for by, 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 $750.00 special event fee.
F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs.
G. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State connecting highwa | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0392
| A | | Waive Catch Basin Restrictions at 2101 Lathrop Avenue | Resolution | Waive Catch Basin Restrictions at 2101 Lathrop Avenue
Resolved, that the request of Glenn Geurts and Wesley Rosenberg to waive catch basin restrictions at 2101 Lathrop Avenue is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0393
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 13-14 (K4-013), CDBG Asphalt | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 13-14 (K4-013), CDBG Asphalt
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 13-14 (K4-013), CDBG Asphalt, Stark Pavement Corporation, contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($62,086.21).
Fiscal Note: Funding accounts shall be adjusted by the following amounts:
($38,018.19) - Org-Object 4 5040-57500 (994.908.5220), Asphalt Resurfacing
($24,067.92) - Org-Object 20044-57500 (894.030.5540), Asphalt Resurfacing CDBG
($62,086.21) - Total | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0394
| A | | Final Payment, Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt | Resolution | Final Payment, Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt
Resolved, that the work done by Stark Pavement Corporation, under Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $447,626.89.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 14-0180, dated May 6, 2014. | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0395
| A | | Preliminary Resolution - 2017 Construction List of Streets | Resolution | Preliminary - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under § 66.0703, Wis. Stats., 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:
Portland Concrete Paving
Apple Tree Circle - Cul-de-sac to N. Illinois Street
Barbara Drive - Cul-de-sac to Golf Avenue
Chatham Street - Melvin Avenue to Lombard Avenue
DeKoven Avenue - Clark Street to Racine Street
Erie Street - Prospect Street to Colbert Street
Kentucky Street - Kinzie Avenue to Haven Avenue
Kewaunee Street - N. Main Street to Chatham Street
Lighthouse Drive - Sheffield Drive to Queens Court
Lombard Avenue - N. Main Street to Chatham Street
N. Osborne Boulevard - Fairway Drive to Ravine Drive
Rickeman Street - Dead End to Liberty Street
Spring Valley Drive - 107 Feet North of Harrington Drive to Vista Drive
Superior Street | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0396
| A | | Signage at 606 College Avenue - Seven Keys to Escape | Resolution | Signage at 606 College Avenue - Seven Keys to Escape
Resolved, that the property owner of 606 College Avenue is granted permission to install a stationary projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $150.00 processing fee paid, in accordance with the State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets.
Further resolved, that the property owner be charged a $125.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0397
| A | | Replace Transmission Tower at 2200 Oakes Road | Resolution | Replace Transmission Tower at 2200 Oakes Road
Resolved, that the request by Robert Bokowski, representing WE Energies, to replace an existing 200-foot tall transmission tower with a 230-foot tall transmission tower, with associated equipment at 2200 Oakes Road is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 14, 2015, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
d. That the structural analysis shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
e. That the existing lease area for the tower shall remain the same and contain all equipment for the transmission tower and wireless communication facilities.
f. That any request to expand the lease area, or construct any additional base equipment facilities / structures, shall require review and approval by the Plan Commission.
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Res.15-0398
| A | | Purchase of 931 Center Street | Resolution | Purchase of 931 Center Street
Resolved, that the request of the Interim Director of City Development to accept the offer of Sifuentes and Flor Gabriela Villa to purchase 931 Center Street, an NSP property, is approved with contingencies as listed on attachment.
Further resolved, that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Interim Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the NSP-1 program. The City will receive $90,000.00 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs. | Approved as Presented | |
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Res.15-0399
| A | | Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs Request for Temporary Easement | Resolution | Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs Request for Temporary Easement
Resolved, that the request of the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs for a temporary easement for the restoration of the ditch located on the north side of the MIlitary Vehicle Storage Compound, requiring minor grading to City Land, pending an executed agreement & release of liability drafted by the City Attorney's office is approved.
Fiscal Note: No cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | |
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Ord. 10-15
| A | | Ordinance 10-15 - Use of Tires | Ordinance | Ordinance 10-15 - Use of Tires
An ordinance to amend Section 42-31. - Accumulation and storage of solid waste in Chapter 42 - Environment, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin regarding the use of tires.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows:
Part 1: To amend Section 42-31. - Accumulation and storage of solid waste in Chapter 42 - Environment, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin by adding the following paragraphs:
“When special circumstances or exceptional site characteristics are applicable to the property involved, the requirements of this article may be modified by the Commissioner of Public Works upon his/her finding that each of the following criteria is met:
a) Granting the modification will not be unreasonably detrimental to the public welfare or to property in the neighborhood of the subject property; and
b) Granting the modification will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, unreasonably affect the health or safety of persons working or residing in the neighborhood of the s | Referred | |
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Ord.11-15
| A | | Ordinance 11-15 - Towing Distance | Ordinance | Ordinance 11-15 - Towing Distance
An ordinance to repeal and recreate subsection (2) of Section 22-835. - Same-Conditions in Chapter 22, Article XXIII. - Motor Vehicle Recovery and Towing of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin regarding the location of towing businesses used.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows:
Part 1: To repeal and recreate subsection (2) of Section 22-835. - Same-Conditions in Chapter 22, Article XXIII. - Motor Vehicle Recovery and Towing as follows:
“Exclusive use by ownership or written lease of a place of business with a storage facility at a single location within the city or within a north-south boundary consisting of 7 Mile Road and Highway KR, and an east-west boundary consisting of Lake Michigan and Highway H in which the licensee is the sole licensee under this article operating the premises. The place of business shall contain the licensee’s telephone, FM two-way radio, and other equipment and personnel reasonably necessary for the licensee to perform its obligations under this article”
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