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07-0611
| A | 1. | Communication from Sam Azarian Jr. wishing to discuss purchasing the Marquette Street municipal parking lot. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Sam Azarian Jr. wishing to discuss leasing the Marquette Street municipal parking lot.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 5-30-07: The Marquette Street municipal parking lot be leased to Sam Azarian Jr. for a cost of $1 contingent upon the upgrade of fencing and landscape, and the separation of lighting circuits.
Fiscal Note: The lease will generate $1 to the Parking System
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-13-07: That the proposed lease is not in conflict with adopted City plans and programs.
Further, that the lease be approved.
Fiscal Note: The lease price of the property will be determined by the Public Works and Services Committee.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11/13/07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with Sam Azarian, Jr., for the municipal parking lot located on Marquette Street just North of State Street, with the following stipulations:
A. The term of the lease shall be for 20 years beginning January 1, 2008. | | |
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07-1049
| A | 2. | Additional street lighting on Norwood Drive. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Eddie Johnson, 2821 Norwood Drive, requesting additional street lighting on Norwood Drive.
Recommendation: In accordance with Section 2-94 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, the following street lighting changes be approved: Install one (1) 150-watt high-pressure sodium street in the 2800 block of Norwood Drive.
Fiscal Note: The estimated installation cost of this lighting is $800.00 for installation and the annual operating cost is $150.00 per fixture. | | |
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07-1118
| A | 3. | Jingle Bell Run | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Co-Race Director of the Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis Racine 2007 requesting permission to use City right-of-way on Saturday, December 8, 2007.
Recommendation: Jingle Bell Run for Arthritis be granted permission to close Island Park Drive from Liberty Street to Rupert Boulevard and Horlick Park Drive from Rupert Boulevard to 12th Street for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, to be held on Saturday, December 8, 2007, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 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 special event fee of $300.00.
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.
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07-1132
| A | 4. | Request to allow awning and railing at State and Main development project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Gorman & Company, Inc. requesting permission to allow an awning and railing which encroaches on City right-of-way to remain at the State and Main development project.
Recommendation: The property owner of 101 Main Street be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting awning and hand rail, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets.
Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | | |
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07-1133
| A | 5. | Re-approve paving of alley. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Ronald G. Halvorsen, 3444 8th Avenue, requesting the alley be re-approved for paving.
Recommendation: The alley bounded by Shoreland Drive, North Street, 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue be included in the 2008 public hearing schedule for projects to be constructed in 2009.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | | |
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07-0674
| A | 6. | River Bend Lofts, LLC purchase of air space rights | Communication | Subject: Request from River Bend Lofts, LLC to acquire the air space property interest in the space over the Racine Street right-of-way, pursuant to Wis. Stat. 66.0915(4).
This request is for rights above and beyond those approved under Resolution 06-7197.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Air Space Easement Agreement with River Bend Lofts LLC for the construction and placement of balconies above the public right-of-way on Racine Street between 6th Street and 8th Street, as requested, in accordance with State Statute 66.0915(4), Air Rights.
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. | | |
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07-1169
| A | 7. | Reroute STH 32 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation regarding the rerouting of STH 32.
Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps to facilitate the transfer of STH 32 from Goold Street between Douglas Avenue and Main Street; and Main Street between Goold Street and Hamilton Street; to Douglas Avenue between Goold Street and Hamilton Street; and Hamilton Street between Douglas Avenue and Main Street, with the understanding that the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and City of Racine Department of Public Works will evaluate options to improve two (2) intersections, which include:
A. Albert Street, Douglas Avenue, Barker Street and Superior Street; and
B. Kewaunee Street, LaSalle Street and Douglas Avenue.
The preferred alternative which best serves the Southeast Wisconsin Transportation System, City of Racine and the traveling public will be chosen to allow this portion of roadway to meeting State Connecting Highway standards.
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07-0404
| A | 8. | Rehabilitation of the brick pavement on College Avenue from DeKoven Avenue to 14th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District wishing to discuss the rehabilitation of the brick pavement on College Avenue from DeKoven Avenue to 14th Street.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | | |
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07-1144
| A | 9. | New street lighting for 700/800 block of Kentucky Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting the installation of a new street light in the 700/800 block of Kentucky Street.
Recommendation: In accordance with Section 2-94 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, the following street lighting changes be approved: Install one (1) 100-watt high-pressure sodium street in the 700/800 block of Kentucky Street.
Fiscal Note: The estimated installation cost of this lighting is $200.00 for installation and the annual operating cost is $130.00. | | |
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07-1069
| A | 10. | Sewer problems in the 100 block of Virginia Street during heavy rains. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District regarding sewer problems in the 100 block of Virginia Street during heavy rains.
Also refer to the Water and Wastewater Commission
Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 8-28-07: Receive and File
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commission on 9-25-07: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: The Racine Water and Wastewater Utility has approved plans to address this problem in the 2008 construction season. | | |
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07-1162
| A | 11. | Street light in 1400 block of Ostergaard Ave. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 14th District requesting a street light in the 1400 block of Ostergaard Avenue.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | | |
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07-1102
| A | 12. | Damage caused by construction in the alley bounded by 15th Street, Flett Avenue and Grange Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District regarding damage caused by construction in the alley bounded by 15th Street, Flett Avenue and Grange Avenue.
Recommendation: The communication be referred to the City Attorney's office for consideration as a claim against the paving contractor for the reconstruction of 16th Street from West Boulevard to Taylor Avenue.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | | |
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07-0876
| A | 13. | Resolution to expand current recycling rules to include public and private events. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District wishing to draft a resolution to expand current recycling rules to include public and private events.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 8-8-07 and 9-12-07: Defer
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works & Services Committee on 8-14-07, 8-28-07, 9-11-07 and 9-25-07: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works & Services Committee on 10-9-07: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 10-10-07: that the communication be received and filed.
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07-1103
| A | 14. | Reconfiguration of the intersection of Grange Avenue, Washington Avenue and Wright Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District wishing to discuss the reconfiguration of the intersection of Grange Avenue, Washington Avenue and Wright Avenue.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | | |
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07-1128
| A | 15. | Bid results on Contract 51-07 (K7-059), State Street Bridge Sidewalk Replacement. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 51-07 (K7-059), State Street Bridge Sidewalk Replacement.
Recommendation: Contract 51-07 (K7-059), State Street Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, be awarded to Zenith-Tech, Inc., Waukesha, WI, at their bid price of $126,500.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 42,758.89 - Account 930.048.5810, 2007 State Street Bridge Repairs
$ 83,741.11 - 2008 Capital Improvement Program
$126,500.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: The cost of this project is 100% reimburseable from the State of Wisconsin Lift Bridge Program. | | |
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07-1190
| A | 16. | Final payment on Contract 28-07 (K7-032), Street Paving, | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 28-07 (K7-032), Street Paving, Mann Brothers, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: The work of Mann Brothers, Inc., under Contract 28-07 (K7-032), Street Paving, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $177,761.37, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0168 of April 16, 2007. | | |
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07-1151
| A | 17. | Final payment on Contract 44-06 (K6-047), Upgrade Temperature and HVAC Controls at Community Centers, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 44-06 (K6-047), Upgrade Temperature and HVAC Controls at Community Centers, Johnson Controls, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: The work done by Johnson Controls, Inc., under Contract 44-06 (K6-047), Upgrade Temperature and HVAC Controls at Community Centers, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $106,080.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 06-7198, dated September 5, 2006. | | |
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07-0812
| A | 18. | Final payment on Contract 8-07 (K7-008), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance, RAM Building Restoration & Waterproofing LLC, contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a final payment request on Contract 8-07 (K7-008), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance, RAM Building Restoration & Waterproofing LLC, contractor.
Recommendation: The work done by RAM Building Restoration & Waterproofing, LLC, under Contract 8-07 (K7-00819), 2007 Parking Ramp Maintenance, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $154,185.00, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution 07-0074, dated February 21, 2007. | | |
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07-1188
| A | 19. | Amendment No. 1 on Contract 33-06 (K6-035), Professional Services for 2006 Major Ramp Maintenance | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 on Contract 33-06 (K6-035), Professional Services for 2006 Major Ramp Maintenance, HNTB, consultant.
Recommendation: That Amendment No. 1 on Contract 33-06 (K6-035), Professional Services for 2006 Major Ramp Maintenance, HNTB, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $600.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 986.106.5010, Transfer to Fund 106 - Parking.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | | |
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07-1191
| A | 20. | Proposal from Earth Tech for the inspection of a storm sewer failure at 16th Street and Park Avenue | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal from Earth Tech for the inspection of a storm sewer failure at 16th Street and Park Avenue and recommendation for corrective action at this and other similar locations.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services contract with Earth Tech, Inc. for the inspection of the storm sewer at 16th Street and Park Avenue at a cost not-to-exceed $6,658.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations.
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07-1189
| A | 21. | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 25-07 (K7-029), 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 25-07 (K7-029), 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 1 on Contract 25-07 (K7-029), 2007 Concrete Street Reconstruction, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $255,514.31.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts:
$201,402.53 - Account 987.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Locations
$ 19,483.54 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Locations
$ 25,820.80 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer Construction
$ 1,227.44 - Account 987.590.5010, Replace City Circuits
$ 7,580.00 - Wastewater Utility
$255,514.31 - Total
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07-1193
| A | 22. | Resolution No. 07-0420 of September 18, 2007, relating to street improvements. | Communication | Subject: Resolution No. 07-0420, of September 18, 2007, relating to street improvements.
Recommendation: Resolution No. 07-0420, of September 18, 2007, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING, SEWER AND WATER AND SANITARY SEWER
Hillcrest Circle from Wright Avenue to the Cul-de-sac
SIDEWALK
Indiana Street at 2908 Indiana Street
and, as amended , Resolution No. 07-0420, of September 18, 2007, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Funds will be appropriated in the 2008 C.I.P. for these street and sidewalk improvements, and special assessments will be paid by the abutting property owners. | | |
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