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12-8392
| A | | 2013 Operating Plan for Downtown Business Improvement District No. 1 (Res. No. 12-3465) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Interim Assistant Director of City Development submitting a request from Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown Racine, for approval of its proposed 2013 operating plan. (Res. No. 12-3465)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: Approve the 2013 Operating Plan for Downtown Business Improvement District No. 1, dated October 4, 2012, and the Finance Director be authorized and directed to place the special assessments listed in the plan on the property tax bills of the parcels within the District.
Fiscal Note: It is estimated $211,659.00 will be raised through B.I.D. assessments to be disbursed to the Downtown B.I.D. | Referred | |
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12-8394
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, requesting authorization to accept a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commiss | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, requesting authorization to accept a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Grant for a boat washdown station at the 5th Street Boat Launch (Grant Control #2012-033). (Res. No. 12-3467)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: Authorization be given to the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, to accept a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Grant for a boat washdown station at the 5th Street Boat Launch. (Grant Control #2012-033)
Fiscal Note: The total project cost is $34,400.00 with 45% of the grant funding available in the amount of $15,480.00 and 55% local share in the amount of $18,920.00. The local share for this project will be budgeted by the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department in the 2013 Capital I | Referred | |
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12-8396
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent, submitting bids for Official Notice #16, 21 Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests, recommending to award the bid to the low responsive responsible bidder, Keeprs, at their bid price of $35,595.00. (Res. No. | Communication | Subject:Communication from the Purchasing Agent, submitting bids for Official Notice #16, 21 Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests, recommending to award the bid to the low responsive responsible bidder, Keeprs, at their bid price of $35,595.00. (Res. No. 12-3463)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-10-12: Official Notice #16, 21 Safariland MR01-Titan Assault Tactical Vests, be awarded to Keeprs as the low responsive responsible bidder at their price of $35,595.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this expense are available in account 241.000.5770, Asset Forfeiture account, Machinery & Equipment. | Referred | |
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12-8400
| A | | Communication from City of Racine Resident Chase Hendrix, President & CEO of AdEasel (Adaptive Easel, LLC), offering a $10,000.00 sponsorship donation on behalf of his company to the City of Racine in professional services, marketing programs and technolo | Communication | Subject: Communication from City of Racine Resident, Chase Hendrix, President & CEO of AdEasel (Adaptive Easel, LLC), offering a $10,000.00 sponsorship donation on behalf of his company to the City of Racine in professional services, marketing programs and technology applications to support CAR25.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-7-13: Defer the item to the Finance & Personnel meeting scheduled for February 11, 2013, after the Cable Commission meets on January 21, 2013.
Further recommend the item be referred to the Cable Television Commission
Fiscal Note: 100% Services Donation (up to $10,000) will be provided to City of Racine and CAR25 by Adaptive Easel, LLC. Additional services may be available at 100% Services Donation or discounted rates. | Referred | |
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12-8399
| A | | David K. Popoff, George's Tavern, request to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on Saturday, March 2, 2013, for the 21st annual Thoughts for Food fundraiser. (Res. No. 12-3468) | Communication | Subject: Communication from David K. Popoff, George's Tavern, requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on Saturday, March 2, 2013, for the 21st annual Thoughts for Food fundraiser. (Res. No. 12-3468)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-11-12: 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 2, 2013, to 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 3, 2013, in conjunction with the Thoughts for Food Fundraiser, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 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. 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 b | Referred | |
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12-8385
| A | | (New) Application of The DeKoven Center, Max Dershem, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 600 21st Street. (2nd District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of The DeKoven Center, Max Dershem, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 600 21st Street. (2nd District) | Referred | |
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12-8390
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District, on behalf of Marcia Matavka (3617 Spring St.), requesting "Duck Crossing" signs be placed on Spring Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District, on behalf of Marcia Matavka (3617 Spring St.), requesting "Duck Crossing" signs be placed on Spring Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 01-21-13: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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12-8351
| A | | Communication submitting the claim of Racine Country Club, LLC, based on the alleged excessive 2012 taxes for property located at 2801 Northwestern Ave. and 2801 A Northwestern Ave., for consideration. | Claim | Subject: Communication submitting the claim of Racine Country Club, LLC, based on the alleged excessive 2012 taxes for property located at 2801 Northwestern Ave. and 2801 A Northwestern Ave., for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: The Claim of Racine Country Club, LLC, based on the alleged excessive 2012 taxes for property located at 2801 Northwestern Ave. and 2801 A Northwestern Ave., be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8358
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to negotiate a new three year contract with Melrose Pyrotechnics for the Fourth of July fireworks at the lakefront for the years 2013, 2014, and 2015. (Res. 12-3450) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to negotiate a new three year contract with Melrose Pyrotechnics for the Fourth of July fireworks at the lakefront for the years 2013, 2014, and 2015. (Res. 12-3450)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: That the Purchasing Agent be instructed to negotiate a new three year contract with Melrose Pyrotechnics for the years 2013, 2014, and 2015.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this expense are available in account 101.990.5310, offsetting donations are budgeted and receipted in account 101.990.9020 Donations-Fireworks. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8371
| A | | Communication from the City Administrator requesting to present the proposed operating agreement between the City of Racine and the Zoological Society. (Res. 12-3449) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Administrator requesting to present the proposed operating agreement between the City of Racine and the Zoological Society. (Res. 12-3449)
Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a four year contract with the Racine Zoological Society as presented.
Fiscal Note: The City shall contribute to the Society the sum of $607,097 per year in operating years 2013 and 2014. In subsequent contract years, the city shall budget an amount not less than 90% of the 2013 amount. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8389
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee, with Rae Anne Beaudry of The Horton Group, to discuss the renewal of the City's Stop Loss Insurance plan for 2012.(Res. 12-3448) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee, with Rae Anne Beaudry of The Horton Group, to discuss the renewal of the City's Stop Loss Insurance plan for 2012. (Res. 12-3448)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for 2013 Health Insurance Stop Loss Coverage with Midwest Risk Underwriters through the Horton Group at a stop loss deductible level of $210,000 with no rate increase.
Fiscal Note: There will be no premium rate increase for the renewal contract. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8338
| A | | The "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 11-13, 2013. (Res. 12-3454) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation for the use right of way for The "Big Chill" snow and ice carving event on January 11-13, 2013. (Res. 12-3454)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-27-12: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on city sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 11, 2013 until they melt, with the following stipulations:
A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements.
B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements.
C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney’s office and a $62.50 processing fee paid.
D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney’s office.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8357
| A | | Christmas Coalition of Churches request to install a temporary banner on a street light pole in Monument Square. (Res. 12-3456) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Racine Christmas Coalition of Churches submitting a request to install a temporary banner on a street light pole in Monument Square. (Res. 12-3456)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-27-12: In accordance with City policy, the request of the Christmas Coalition of Churches to install two (2) temporary banners on street light poles in Monument Square, from November 30, 2012 to January 2, 2013, be approved.
Fiscal Note: The placement of these banners will result in $30.00 in revenue to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8376
| A | | Bid results on Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home-1029 Ninth Street. (Res. 12-3455) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home-1029 Ninth Street. (Res. 12-3455)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-27-12: That Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home-1029 Ninth Street, be awarded to Native Construction and Landscaping, Kansasville, WI, at their bid price of $195,200.00, plus Optional Bids 1 thru 5 totaling $15,500.00, for a total contract amount of $210,700.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 808.001.5700, City Development-1029 Ninth. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8377
| A | | Change Order No. 3 to Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restoration - City Hall and City Hall Annex, RAZA LLC, contractor. (Res. 12-3458) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 3 to Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restoration - City Hall and City Hall Annex, RAZA LLC, contractor. (Res. 12-3458)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-27-12: That Change Order No. 3 on Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restorations-City Hall and City Hall Annex, RAZA LLC, contractor, be approved in the amount of $5,342.37.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 992.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpointing. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8383
| A | | Communication from Karl J. Fuller requesting to present and discuss Streetlight Sponsorship Plan with the Public Works and Services Committee. (Res. 12-3457) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Karl J. Fuller requesting to present and discuss Streetlight Sponsorship Plan with the Public Works and Services Committee. (Res. 12-3457)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-27-12: That the Commissioner of Public Works draft an "Adopt-a-Streetlight" program and implementation plan by January 30, 2013 for submission to the Public Works and Services Committee for consideration.
Fiscal Note: Implementation and operation of an "Adopt-A-Streetlight" program will incur undetermined costs and additional administrative workload for the Public Works and Finance Departments. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8319
| A | | New application of Kenson Enterprises, LLC (Belle City Bar & Eatery Tour) for a Public Passenger Vehicle Operator's License for Business. | Communication | Subject: New application of Kenson Enterprises, LLC (Belle City Bar & Eatery Tour) for a Public Passenger Vehicle Operator's License for Business.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-13-12: That the item be deferred until the next meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-27-12: That the application of Kenson Enterprises, LLC (Belle City Bar & Eatery Tour) for a Public Passenger Vehicle Operator's License for Business be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8337
| A | | Communication from the City of Racine's Purchasing Agent (Res. 12-3459) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Purchasing Agent submitting bid results for Official Notice #17, One (1) 19,500 GVW Diesel Cab & Chassis with 10 Cubic Yard Forestry Chip Box. (Res. 12-3459)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-27-12: That the bid results for Official Notice #17, One (1) 19,500 GVW Diesel Cab & Chassis with 10 Cubic Yard Forestry Chip Box be approved with Ewald's Hartford Ford with Monroe equipment being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available from the 2012 budget account 101.700.5780 Licensed Vehicles Parks. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8352
| A | | Communication from the President of PGA (Res. 12-3460) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of Public Golf Associates requesting to exercise the option to renew the Golf Course Lease/Management Agreement set to expire December 31, 2012 for an additional five years commencing January 1, 2013. (Res. 12-3460)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-27-12: That the Agreement from the Public Golf Associates requesting to exercise the option to renew the Golf Course Lease/Management Agreement set to expire December 31, 2012 for an additional five years commencing January 1, 2013 be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8368
| A | | (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for JFitz627, LLC., located at 1307 Douglas Avenue, Jeff Fitzgerald, Agent. (4th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for JFitz627, LLC., located at 1307 Douglas Avenue, Jeff Fitzgerald, Agent. (4th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-27-12: That the Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for JFitz627, LLC., located at 1307 Douglas Avenue, Jeff Fitzgerald, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8370
| A | | (New) Application of Javier's Restaurant, Yecenia Ortega, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2011 Lathrop Avenue. (13th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Javier's Restaurant, Yecenia Ortega, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2011 Lathrop Avenue. (13th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-27-12: That the Application of Javier's Restaurant, Yecenia Ortega, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2011 Lathrop Avenue be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-7624
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting parking be prohibited on Jean Avenue around Heck Park. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting parking be prohibited from 10 P.M. to 6 A.M. on the west side of Heck Park on Jean Avenue.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-21-12: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-15-12: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-19-12: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8201
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting to allow parking from 6 A.M. to 6 P.M. by Heck Park at the end of Donna Avenue - cul-de-sac area. (Res. 12-3461) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting that parking be prohibited from 10 P.M. to 6 A.M. by Heck Park at the end of Donna Avenue - cul-de-sac area. (Res. 12-3461)
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 10-15-12: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-19-12: No Parking from 10:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M., on Donna Avenue, west side, from 220 feet north of William Street to the east side 280 feet north of William Street, be approved.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8304
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from Yolanda Adams (Urban League of Racine and Kenosha, Inc.) wishing to discuss concerns regarding the intersection of Memorial Drive and Liberty Street. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Yolanda Adams (Urban League of Racine and Kenosha, Inc.) wishing to discuss concerns regarding the intersection of Memorial Drive and Liberty Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-19-12: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8339
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to install "No Parking Any Time" signs on the north side of Three Mile Road, west of Ruby Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to install "No Parking Any Time" signs on the north side of Three Mile Road, west of Ruby Avenue.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-19-12: No Parking Anytime on Three Mile Road, north side, from 190 feet west of Ruby Avenue, west 117 feet, be approved.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8393
| A | | In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted: (Ord. 15-12)
A. Recommends that Section 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of t | Communication | Subject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted: (Ord. 15-12)
A. Recommends that Section 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking at any time" be amended:
By Deleting
1. Donna Avenue, west side, from 220 feet north of William Street to the east side 280 feet north of William Street.
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1. Three Mile Road, north side, from 190 feet west of Ruby Avenue, west 117 feet.
B. Recommends that Schedule F of Section 94-141 be amended to create "No Parking from 10:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M.".
Further recommends that this new section be amended to include:
1. Donna Avenue, west side, from 220 feet north of William Street to the east side 280 feet north of William Street. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8193
| A | | 2012 CDBG budget line item revision request RCEDC (Res. No. 12-3388) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Racine County Economic Development Corporation to revise their 2012 CDBG budget line items for their Launch Box Program. (Res. No. 12-3388)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 11-29-12: That the request of Racine County Economic Development Corporation for a 2012 CDBG budget amendment for the Launch Box Program be approved.
Fiscal Note: The amendment is a reallocation of funds among line items; the total CDBG grant amount is unchanged. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8320
| A | | 2013 Brownfields Contract (Res. 12-3451) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Review of the 2013 Brownfields Contract for the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC). (Res. 12-3451)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 11-5-12: That the Authority supports the use of $56,650.00 from Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the renewal of the RCEDC brownfields initiative contract for 2013.
Further, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC as presented with the understanding that the Committee be contacted with more information prior to the next scheduled City Council meeting.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the city's 2013 capital budget. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8321
| A | | 2013 Launch Box Contract (Res. 12-3452) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Review of the 2013 Launch Box Contract for the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC). (Res. 12-3452)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 11-5-12: that the Authority supports the use of $99,930.00 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the Launch Box small business initiative contract for 2013.
Further, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with RCEDC.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-12: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC for the Launch Box Small Business Initiative.
Fiscal Note: The contract amount is $99,930.00; total cost is $148,930.00 City source is the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund; the expenditure is included in the 2013 capital budget, Account 919.000.5610. Outside grant funds to the RCEDC total $49,000.00 from the Wisconsin Energy Foundation, Racine County, and S.C. Johnson, A Family Company. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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12-8395
| A | | Subject: 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:
Appoint Finance Director David Brown to the Community Development Committee to fill the current vacancy, expiring May 1, 2014 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.12-3448
| A | | Renewal of the City's Stop Loss Insurance Plan for 2012 | Resolution | Renewal of the City's Stop Loss Insurance Plan for 2012
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement for 2013 Health Insurance Stop Loss Coverage with Midwest Risk Underwriters through the Horton Group at a stop loss deductible level of $210,000 with no rate increase.
Fiscal Note: There will be no premium rate increase for the renewal contract. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3449
| A | | Operating Agreement Between the City of Racine and the Zoological Society | Resolution | Operating Agreement Between the City of Racine and the Zoological Society
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a four year contract with the Racine Zoological Society as presented.
Fiscal Note: The City shall contribute to the Society the sum of $607,097 per year in operating years 2013 and 2014. In subsequent contract years, the City shall budget an amount not less than 90% of the 2013 amount. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3450
| A | | New Three Year Contract with Melrose Pyrotechnics for the Fourth of July Fireworks at the Lakefront for the Years 2013, 2014, and 2015 | Resolution | New Three Year Contract with Melrose Pyrotechnics for the Fourth of July Fireworks at the Lakefront for the Years 2013, 2014, and 2015
Resolved, that the Purchasing Agent is instructed to negotiate a new three year contract with Melrose Pyrotechnics for the years 2013, 2014, and 2015.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this expense are available in account 101.990.5310, offsetting donations are budgeted and receipted in
account 101.990.9020 Donations-Fireworks. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3451
| A | | 2013 Brownfields Contract for the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) | Resolution | 2013 Brownfields Contract for the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC)
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC as presented with the understanding that the Committee be contacted with more information prior to the next scheduled City Council meeting.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the City's 2013 capital budget. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3452
| A | | 2013 Launch Box Contract for the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) | Resolution | 2013 Launch Box Contract for the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC)
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC for the Launch Box Small Business Initiative.
Fiscal Note: The contract amount is $99,930.00; total cost is $148,930.00 City source is the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund; the expenditure is included in the 2013 capital budget, Account 919.000.5610. Outside grant funds to the RCEDC total $49,000.00 from the Wisconsin Energy Foundation, Racine County, and S.C. Johnson, A Family Company. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3454
| A | | The "Big Chill" Snow and Ice Carving Event on January 11-13, 2013 | Resolution | The "Big Chill" Snow and Ice Carving Event on January 11-13, 2013
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on City sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, from January 11, 2013 until they melt, with the following stipulations:
A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements.
B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements.
C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney’s office and a $62.50 processing fee paid.
D. That a Certificate of Liability Insurance be filed with the City Attorney’s office.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3455
| A | | Bid Results on Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home-1029 Ninth Street | Resolution | Bid Results on Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home-1029 Ninth Street
Resolved, that Contract 57-12 (K2-068), Construct Home -1029 Ninth Street, is awarded to Native Construction and Landscaping, Kansasville, WI, at their bid price of $195,200.00, plus Optional Bids 1 thru 5 totaling $15,500.00, for a total contract amount of $210,700.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 808.001.5700, City Development-1029 Ninth. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3456
| A | | Installation of Temporary Banner on a Street Light Pole in Monument Square | Resolution | Installation of Temporary Banner on a Street Light Pole in Monument Square
Resolved, that in accordance with City policy, the request of the Christmas Coalition of Churches to install two (2) temporary banners on street light poles in Monument Square, from November 30, 2012 to January 2, 2013, is approved.
Fiscal Note: The placement of these banners will result in $30.00 in revenue to the City of Racine. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3457
| A | | Streetlight Sponsorship Plan | Resolution | Streetlight Sponsorship Plan
Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works draft an "Adopt-a-Streetlight" program and implementation plan by January 30, 2013 for submission to the Public Works and Services Committee for consideration.
Fiscal Note: Implementation and operation of an "Adopt-A-Streetlight" program will incur undetermined costs and additional administrative workload for the Public Works and Finance Departments. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3458
| A | | Change Order No. 3 to Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restoration - City Hall and City Hall Annex | Resolution | Change Order No. 3 to Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restoration - City Hall and City Hall Annex
Resolved, that Change Order No. 3 on Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restorations - City Hall and City Hall Annex, RAZA LLC, contractor, is approved in the amount of $5,342.37.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 992.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpointing. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3459
| A | | Bid Results for Official Notice #17, One (1) 19,500 GVW Diesel Cab & Chassis with 10 Cubic Yard Forestry Chip Box | Resolution | Bid Results for Official Notice #17, One (1) 19,500 GVW Diesel Cab & Chassis with 10 Cubic Yard Forestry Chip Box
Resolved, that the bid results for Official Notice #17, One (1) 19,500 GVW Diesel Cab & Chassis with 10 Cubic Yard Forestry Chip Box is approved with Ewald's Hartford Ford with Monroe equipment being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available from the 2012 budget account 101.700.5780 Licensed Vehicles Parks. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3460
| A | | Renewal of Golf Course Lease/Management Agreement | Resolution | Renewal of Golf Course Lease/Management Agreement
Resolved, that the Agreement from the Public Golf Associates requesting to exercise the option to renew the Golf Course Lease/Management Agreement set to expire December 31, 2012 for an additional five years commencing January 1, 2013 is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3461
| A | | Prohibit Parking from by Heck Park at the end of Donna Avenue - cul-de-sac area | Resolution | Prohibit Parking from by Heck Park at the end of Donna Avenue - cul-de-sac area
Resolved, that no parking from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., on Donna Avenue, west side, from 220 feet north of William Street to the east side 280 feet north of William Street, is approved.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.12-3462
| A | | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $9,830,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS | Resolution | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $9,830,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") hereby finds and determines that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to raise funds for the purpose of refunding obligations of the City, including interest on them, specifically, the Note Anticipation Notes, dated July 10, 2012 (the "Refunded Obligations") (hereinafter the refinancing of the Refunded Obligations shall be referred to as the "Refunding"), and there are insufficient funds on hand to pay said cost;
WHEREAS, the Common Council deems it to be necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to refund the Refunded Obligations for the purpose of providing permanent financing for the projects financed by the Refunded Obligations;
WHEREAS, cities are authorized by the provisions of Section 67.04, Wisconsin Statutes, to borrow money and issue general obligation refunding bonds to refinance their outstanding obligations; and
WHEREAS, it is the findin | Adopted | Pass |
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Ord.14-12
| A | | Ordinance 14-12 | Ordinance | Ordinance 14-12
To repeal and recreate Section 90-28 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to special assessments and special charges.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
Part 1: Repeal and recreate Section 90-28 (b) to read as follows:
“(b) Special assessments. Special assessments shall be due upon determination of the amount of such assessment and may be paid without interest up to and including the due date. Any balance remaining unpaid after the due date shall be collected with interest from and after the due date at the annual interest rate specified in sub. (3), below. All unpaid balances will be collected in the following manner:”
Part 2: In Section 90-28 (b), create sub. (3) to read as follows:
“(3) The annual interest rate for all unpaid special assessment balances failing under subs. (1) and (2), above, will be adjusted every five (5) years (beginning in 2012), as follows:
a. First, the average Bank Prime Loan Interest Rate percentage for the preceding ten-year period shall be calculated. Ne | Referred | |
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