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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/6/2014 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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14-10101 A Communication from the Chairman of the City of Racine Board of Ethics submitting their 2013-2014 Annual Report.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chairman of the City of Racine Board of Ethics submitting their 2013-2014 Annual Report.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
14-10037 A claim of Iris LopezClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Iris Lopez for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: The claim of Iris Lopez for alleged injuries arising out of her trip and fall on the sidewalk at Case High School on or about August 22, 2013 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10049 A claim of John LongoClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of John Longo for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-21-14: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10054 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for the FEMA 2013 Assistance to Fire Fighters Grant (AFG). (Res. No. 14-0201)CommunicationSubject: Communication for the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for the FEMA 2013 Assistance to Fire Fighters Grant (AFG) for the purpose of upgrading radio interoperability. (Grant Control #2014-019) (Res. No. 14-0201) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to apply for the FEMA 2013 Assistance to Fire Fighters Grant (AFG) for the purpose of upgrading radio interoperability. (Grant Control #2014-019) Fiscal Note: The grant request is for $215,000 of which the City's hard match is 10% or $21,500. Funds are available in account 944.300.5030 to cover this request.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10055 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for the 2014 DHS Port Security Grant. (Res. No. 14-0202)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for the 2014 DHS Port Security Grant for the purpose of securing a Sector Scan Sonar for water rescue emergencies. (Grant Control #2014-020) (Res. No. 14-0202) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to apply for the 2014 DHS Port Security Grant for the purpose of securing a Sector Scan Sonar for water rescue emergencies. (Grant Control #2014-020) Fiscal Note: The grant request is for $70,000 of which the City's hard match is 25% or $17,500. The City's Match will be budgeted under the 2015 Capital Improvement Project.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10056 A claim of JBC, LLCClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of JBC, LLC for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: The claim of JBC, LLC for alleged damages arising out of the flooding of their basement after a water main break on or about February 10, 2014 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10061 A claim of Anthony ShawClaimSubject: communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Anthony Shaw for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: The claim of Anthony Shaw for alleged vehicle damages arising out of driving over a pothole at or near 4620 Washington Avenue on or about January 23, 2014 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10067 A claim of Maude Ford-JelksClaimSubject: communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Maude Ford-Jelks for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: The claim of Maude Ford-Jelks for alleged vehicle damages arising out of driving over a permit hole at or near 1101 Geneva Street on or about February 19, 2014 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10068 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 14-0205)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply for the Stewardship LWCF and Recreational Trails Grant in the amount of $19,085.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the Graceland road & walkway. (Grant Control #2014-016) (Res. No. 14-0205) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply for the Stewardship LWCF and Recreational Trails Grant in the amount of $19,085.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the Graceland road & walkway. Grant Control #2014-016. Fiscal Note: City match of $19,085.00 is required. Funds are available in account 207.994.5010 - Road & Walkway Repairs.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10091 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to enter into Conflict Resolution Services with the Sienna Center. (Res. No. 14-0203)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to enter into Conflict Resolution Services with the Racine Dominicans. (Res. No. 14-0203) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Police Chief, to enter into Conflict Resolution Services with the Racine Dominicans at a cost not to exceed $10,000.00. Fiscal Note: $10,000.00 in Asset Forfeiture funds available.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10092 A Communication from the Police Chief requesting to apply for and accept the 2014 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). (Res. No. 14-0204)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to apply for and accept the 2014 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). (Grant Control #2014-017) (Res. No. 14-0204) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Police Chief to apply for and accept the 2014 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $22,058.00 (Grant Control #2014-017) and that the Memorandum of Understanding with the Racine County Sheriffs Department be extended. Fiscal Note: No City match required. The grant is formula based and is for $44,116.00 to be split with Racine County Sheriff's Department.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10099 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into agreements to provide Level II Health Services to the Villages of Elmwood Park and Wind Point. The total amount to be received is $4,243; $1,550 paid by Elmwood Park, aCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into agreements to provide Level II Health Services to the Villages of Elmwood Park and Wind Point. The total amount to be received is $4,243; $1,550 paid by Elmwood Park, and $2,693 paid by Wind Point. (Res. No. 14-0209) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to enter into agreements to provide Level II Health Services to the Villages of Elmwood Park and Wind Point. The total amount to be received is $4,243; $1,550 paid by Elmwood Park, and $2,693 paid by Wind Point. Fiscal Note: The agreements will generate in revenue $4,243.00. Rates are the same as in 2013.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10100 A Communication from Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural ServicesCommunicationSubject: Communication from Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Cemetery Supervisor on April 28, 2014 asking to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee to seek permission to sell cremation burial packages. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Defer the item until the June 9, 2014 Finance & Personnel meeting. Staff Recommendation the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-23-14: Fiscal Note: Unknown at this time.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10103 A claim of Mary Imhof PrujanskyClaimSubject: communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Mary Imhof Prujansky for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: The claim of Mary Imhof Prujansky for alleged vehicle damages after she backed into recycling carts placed in her driveway by City crews on March 6, 2014 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10105 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept an amendment to the original contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. This amendment awardCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept an amendment to the original contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. This amendment awards an additional $3,960 to the current PHEP contract amount of $64,991 for continuation of emergency preparedness efforts for the City of Racine. This would bring the revised amount of the contract to $68,951. (Original Grant Control #2013-025) (Res. No. 14-0210) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept an amendment to the original contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. This amendment awards an additional $3,960 to the current PHEP contract amount of $64,991 for continuation of emergency preparedness efforts for the City of Racine. This would bring the revised amount of the contract to $68,951. (Original Grant Control #2013-025) Fiscal Note: No CReferred  Action details Not available
14-10106 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept an amendment to the original contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. This amendment aw (CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept an amendment to the original contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. This amendment awards an additional $435 to the current CRI contract amount of $26,748 for continuation of emergency preparedness efforts for the City of Racine. This would bring the revised amount of the contract to $27,183. (Original Grant #2013-025) (Res. No. 14-0211) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept an amendment to the original contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. This amendment awards an additional $435 to the current CRI contract amount of $26,748 for continuation of emergency preparedness efforts for the City of Racine. This would bring the revised amount of the contract to $27,183. (Original Grant #2013-025) Fiscal Note: No City match requiredReferred  Action details Not available
14-10115 A Communication from 21st Century Preparatory SchoolCommunicationSubject: Communication from 21st Century Preparatory School requesting to have 2014 Island Park rental fees waived or reduced for a Civil War re-enactment Day. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: To receive and file the item. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10117 A Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid(s) received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2015. (Res. No. 14-0213)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid(s) received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2015. (Res. No. 14-0213) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: To award the bid to The Racine Journal Times for printing of the Common Council Proceedings and all legal notices for the period June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2015. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 101.010.5540; City Council Proceedings.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10027 A Communication from Pentecost Lutheran Church requesting permission to close Jerome Boulevard, from Coolidge Avenue to Case Avenue, on Saturday, July 26, 2014, for a church block party. (Res. No. 14-0215)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Pentecost Lutheran Church requesting permission to close Jerome Boulevard, from Coolidge Avenue to Case Avenue, on Saturday, July 26, 2014, for a church block party. (Res. No. 14-0215) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 05-13-14: That the Pentecost Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Jerome Boulevard, from Coolidge Avenue to Case Avenue, for an event on Saturday, July 26, 2014, from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M., in accordance with their request. 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 $250.00 special event feel. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited aReferred  Action details Not available
14-10094 A Communication from the City Administrator submitting the request of Racine Area Veteran's Inc. to use City right-of-way for the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, 2014. (Res. No. 14-0216)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Administrator submitting the request of Racine Area Veteran's Inc. to use City right-of-way for the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, 2014. (Res. No. 14-0216) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 05-13-14: That permission be granted to the Racine Area Veteran's, Inc. to use certain City streets for the Memorial Day Parade, to start at the intersection of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard, then proceed north on West Boulevard to Osborne Boulevard, and Osborne Boulevard to Graceland Cemetery, on Monday, May 26, 2014, between 9:00 A.M. and 12:00 P.M. in conjunction with this City-sponsored event. The detour for STH 20 is Lathrop Avenue, 16th Street and Taylor Avenue. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to provide assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: This event is co-sponsored by the City of Racine; therefore, the requirement for a formal agreement, requiring hold harmless, an insuReferred  Action details Not available
14-10058 A Subject: Communication from the 2nd District Alderman to create an ordinance for Produce Carts. (Ord. No. 07-14)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the 2nd District Alderman to create an ordinance for Produce Carts. (Ord. No. 07-14) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 05-13-14: Defer this item until the Health Department reviews the ordinance. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 06-10-13: Recommendation to adopt Ord. No 07-14 with amendments. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10114 A (New) Application of R&D'S PUB & GRUB, LLC John Akers, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1201 N. Main Street. (4th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of R&D'S PUB & GRUB, LLC, John Akers, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1201 N. Main Street. (4th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 05-13-14: That the Application of R&D'S PUB & GRUB, LLC, John Akers, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1201 N. Main Street be approved. Fiscal Note : NAReferred  Action details Not available
14-10118 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2014-2015:CommunicationSubject:The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2014-2015: 4700 Avenue LLC 4700 Washington Avenue (Tradename) Ayra's Liquor & Fine Cigars Fahim Ajmeri, Agent 2 Christopher Columbus, LLC 2A Christopher Columbus Causeway (Tradename) Ayra's on the Lake Akil Ajmeri, Agent Yardarm Bar & Grill, LTD 920 Erie Street (Tradename) Yardarm Laura Tomasek, Agent Mario Aranda Sr. 1244 Washington Avenue (Tradename) The Club TBG'S, INC. 1814 Taylor Avenue (Tradename)TBG's Chad E. Londre, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 05-13-14: That the renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2014-2015 listed be approved. Fiscal Note : NAReferred  Action details Not available
14-10119 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2014-2015:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2014-2015: Siddi Vinayak, Inc. 2062 Lathrop Avenue (Tradename) Arbee's Liquor Store Jagdish Patel, Agent Washington Avenue LLC 1130 Washington Avenue (Tradename) Ayra's Gas & Grocery Restaurant Fahim Ajmeri, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 05-13-14: That the renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2014-2015 listed be approved. Fiscal Note : NAReferred  Action details Not available
14-10120 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2014-2015:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2014-2015: 3 Mile Station LLC 600 Three Mile Road (Tradename) Kwik Pantry Food Mart Sharik Malik, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 05-13-14: That the renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage for 2014-2015 listed be approved. Fiscal Note : NAReferred  Action details Not available
14-10102 A Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study for the traffic signal at Washington and Ohio.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study for the traffic signal at Washington and Ohio. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-19-14: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10113 A Communication from Jay Christie, President and CEO of the Racine Zoological Society requesting to present a State of the Zoo report to the Common Council.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Jay Christie, President and CEO of the Racine Zoological Society requesting to present a State of the Zoo report to the Common Council. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 05-20-2014: the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10031 A Communication from the President of ATM Financial (Res. No. 14-0239)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the President of ATM Financial requesting to place a mobile ATM machine at Horlick Field during Raiders games. (Res. No. 14-0239) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 5/14/14: ATM Financial to work directly with PRCS Administrative Staff to place a mobile ATM machine at Horlick Field during Raider's games. Fiscal Note: UnknownReferred  Action details Not available
14-10116 A Communication from 21st Century Preparatory School (Res. No. 14-0241)CommunicationSubject: Communication from 21st Century Preparatory School requesting to use Island Park for a Civil War Re-enactment Day and further request to have a Civil War naval cannon to be displayed at the park for this event. (Res. No. 14-0241) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 5/14/14: To allow a Civil War naval cannon to be displayed at Island Park for the 21st Century Preparatory School's 2014 Civil War Re-enactment Day. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-9970 A UWP AmeriCorp request 2014-2015 (Res. No. 14-0175)CommunicationSubject: Communication from UW-Parkside Center for Community Partnerships requesting the City to continue its participation in the AmeriCorps VISTA project in 2014-15. (Res. No. 14-0175) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 4-7-2014: That the Authority supports the use of $22,000.00 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the VISTA contract for 2014. Further, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin - Parkside for use of funds as outlined in the redevelopment authority resolution 14-09. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-21-14: To approve UW-Parkside Center for Community Partnerships to continue its participation in the AmeriCorps VISTA project in 2014-15. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the city's 2014 capital budget account 919.000.5020.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-9982 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting additional compensation for Department of Public Works Supervisors. (Res. No. 14-0174)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting additional compensation for Department of Public Works Supervisors. (Res. No. 14-0174) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-21-14: Permission be granted to the Commissioner of Public Works to provide additional compensation for the Department of Public Works Supervisors. Fiscal Note: The total cost of this request is $14,072.74Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-9983 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 14-0172)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply for & accept $10,000.00 in grant funds from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. No Match Required. Grant Control #2014-012. (Res. No. 14-0172) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-21-14: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for & accept $10,000.00 in grant funds from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Grant Control #2014-012. Fiscal Note: No city match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-9984 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 14-0173)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Service requesting permission to apply for and accept $20,000.00 in grant funds from Helen Bader Foundation to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. No match required. Grant Control #2014-013. (Res. No. 14-0173) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-21-14: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for and accept $20,000.00 in grant funds from Helen Bader Foundation to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program.Grant Control #2014-013. Fiscal Note: No city match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10050 A [Direct Referral] Communication from the President of Salmon Unlimited requesting that all fees be waived for the use of the pavilion at the 5th Street Boat Launch for all dates requested through Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services. (Res. No. 14-0171)CommunicationSubject: [Direct Referral] Communication from the President of Salmon Unlimited requesting that all fees be waived for the use of the pavilion at the 5th Street Boat Launch for all dates requested through Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services. (Res. No. 14-0171) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-21-14: Recommend $155 fee for the entire ten day event for this year. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10000 A Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District, on behalf of his constituents, to discuss concerns on the repaving project for Ruby Avenue. (Res. No. 14-0178)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District, on behalf of his constituents, to discuss concerns on the repaving project for Ruby Avenue. (Res. No. 14-0178) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Resolution No. 13-0176, of April 15, 2013, be amended to delete: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Ruby Avenue - Lombard Avenue to Melvin Avenue and, as amended, Resolution No. 13-0176 of April 15, 2013, be adopted. Fiscal Note: Capital Project funding for this section of Ruby Avenue will be reallocated to other paving projects.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10014 A Final payment on Contract 01-13 (K3-001), PS - Stormwater Utility Tech Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 14-0184)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 01-13 (K3-001), PS - Stormwater Utility Tech Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 14-0184) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That the professional services provided by AECOM, under Contract 01-13 (K3-001), PS - Stormwater Utility Tech Services, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $49,850.97. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0018 dated January 15, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10015 A Final payment on Contract 05-13 (K3-005), PS - Racine Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 14-0185)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 05-13 (K3-005), PS - Racine Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 14-0185) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That the professional services provided by AECOM, under Contract 05-13 (K3-005), PS - Racine Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $19,990.92. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0022, dated January 15, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10020 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge Project. (Res. No. 14-0190)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge Project. (Res. No. 14-0190) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That the City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for the Memorial Drive Bridge Project, State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, be approved in the amount of $523,720.00, with the City's share being $105,544.00 and the State's share being $418,176.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the City's Capital Improvement Plan.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10022 A Change Order No.1 to Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), Stark Asphalt, a Division of NW Asphalt Products, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0186)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No.1 to Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), Stark Asphalt, a Division of NW Asphalt Products, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0186) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Change Order No. 1 to Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), Stark Asphalt, a Division of NW Asphalt Products, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $67,393.36. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $36,540.87 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing $15,640.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer Misc. Loc. $15,212.49 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer Var. Loc. $67,393.36 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10023 A Final payment on Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), Stark Asphalt, a Division of NW Asphalt Products, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0187)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), Stark Asphalt, a Division of NW Asphalt Products, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0187) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That the work done by Stark Asphalt, a Division of NW Asphalt Products, Inc., under Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $568,830.87. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 13-0188, dated May 7, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10028 A Bid results on Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt. (Res. No. 14-0180)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt. (Res. No. 14-0180) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt, be awarded to Stark Asphalt, a Division of Northwest Asphalt Products, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $509,713.10, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $317,981.71 - Account 894.030.5540, Asphalt Resurfacing CDBG $ 38,018.29 - Account 994.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 45,000.00 - Account 104.994.5420, Storm Sewer Misc. Locs. $108,713.10 - Account 287.994.5310, Sanitary Sewer Var. Locs. $509,713.10 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10033 A Bid results on Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization. (Res. No. 14-0182)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization. (Res. No. 14-0182) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization, be awarded to Native Construction, Kansasville, WI, at their bid price of $569,803.75, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $185,052.00 - Account 104.994.5430, Wash. Pk Streambank A UNP $384,751.75 - Account 104.993.5440, Wash. Pk Streambank B UNP $569,803.75 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10035 A Bid results on Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1). (Res. No. 14-0179)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1). (Res. No. 14-0179) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., Waukesha, WI, at their bid price of $945,828.50, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $211,085.31 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing $355,243.19 - Account 994.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 72,500.00 - Account 104.994.5420, Storm Sewer Misc. Loc. $307,000.00 - Account 287.900.5320, Sanitary Sewer Rehab $945,828.50 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10036 A Bid results on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV and Manhole Inspections. (Res. No. 14-0181)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV and Manhole Inspections. (Res. No. 14-0181) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV and Manhole Inspections, be awarded to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC., Green Bay, WI, at their bid price of $421,594.99, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 27,412.60 - Account 930.092.5850, RWW Interceptor CCTV $304,074.39 - Account 104.994.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc. $ 90,108.00 - Account 287.994.5310, Sanitary Sewer - Var. Loc. $421,594.99 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10060 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge Project. (Res. No. 14-0170)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge Project. (Res. No. 14-0170) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That the City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for the West 6th Street Bridge Project, State Project ID: 2703-00-02 (Design), be approved in the amount of $491,660.00 with the City's share being $98,332.00 or 20%, and the State's share being $393,328.00 or 80%. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the City's 2015 Capital Improvement Plan.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10063 A Communication from Donald Heckel requesting permission to install a projecting sign over City right-of-way at 401 Sixth Street, 3rd Coast Bicycles. (Res. No. 14-0176)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Donald Heckel requesting permission to install a projecting sign over City right-of-way at 401 Sixth Street, 3rd Coast Bicycles. (Res. No. 14-0176) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: The property owner at 401 Sixth Street be granted permission to install stationary, projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 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 PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10064 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0188)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0188) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $49,465.18. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $14,465.18 - Account 906.000.5030, Conc. Alley Pav. Misc (2013 Budget) $35,000.00 - Account 993.908.5030, Conc. Alley Pav. Misc (2013 Budget) $49,465.18 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10065 A Final payment on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0189)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0189) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That the work done by LaLonde Contractors, Inc., under Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $438,682.93. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0148, dated April 3, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10066 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 6 to Contract 32-13 (K3-035), PS - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement and CHP Steam Pipe Evaluation, Angus Young, consultant. (Res. No. 14-0183)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 6 to Contract 32-13 (K3-035), PS - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement and CHP Steam Pipe Evaluation, Angus Young, consultant. (Res. No. 14-0183) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Amendment No. 6 to Contract 32-13 (K3-035), Professional Services - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement, Angus Young Associates, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $5,950.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 994.220.5020, CHP-Replace Steam Pipes. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10078 A Resolution 14-0164, created April 14, 2014, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Alley - Washington Ave to Fifteenth St; Flett Ave to Grange Ave Alley - Yout St to English St; Carlisle Ave toCommunicationSubject: Resolution 14-0164, created April 14, 2014, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Alley - Washington Ave to Fifteenth St; Flett Ave to Grange Ave Alley - Yout St to English St; Carlisle Ave to Summit Ave Alley - Glen St to Ehlert St; Luedtke Ave to Lee Park (NS) Alley - Glen St to Ehlert St; Luedtke Ave to Lee Park (EW) Alley - Jones Ave to Goold St; LaSalle St to Geneva St (NS)W Alley - Jones Ave to Goold St; LaSalle St to Geneva St (EW) Alley - Jones Ave to Goold St; LaSalle St to Geneva St (NS)E Alley - Walton Ave to Jones Ave; Geneva St to Charles St (EW) Alley - Romayne Ave to Walton Ave; St. Clair St to Green St Alley - Seventeenth St South to the Dead End; Deane Blvd to West Blvd Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That Resolution No. 14-0164, of April 14, 2014, be approved and adopted. Fiscal Note: Funds will be appropriated in the 2015 CIP for these street improvements, and special assessments will be paid by the abutting property owners foApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10096 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss the purchase of the 2014 Snow Thrower. (Res. No. 14-0177)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss the purchase of the 2014 Snow Thrower. (Res. No. 14-0177) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-29-14: That the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Minnesota through their Cooperative Purchasing Venture, which the City of Racine is a member, for the purchase of a Snogo MP3D Snow Thrower. Fiscal Note: The approximate cost of this purchase is $155,000.00 and funding is available in Account 944.630.5040, Street Maint. Snow Thrower.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-9621 A (AMENDED) Application of Wisconsin CVS Pharmacy, LLC. Eric A Ennocenti, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1122 West Boulevard (9th District)CommunicationSubject:(AMENDED) Application of Wisconsin CVS Pharmacy, LLC. Eric A Ennocenti, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1122 West Boulevard (9th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 01-14-14: Defer this item until a new agent is named for CVS. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-11-14: That the application of Wisconsin CVS Pharmacy, LLC. Eric A Ennocenti, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1122 West Boulevard be approved. Motion failed. Ayes: Alderman Morgenroth, Alderman Perez Noes: Alderman Helding, Alderman Kaprelian-Becker Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-22-14: That the application of Wisconsin CVS Pharmacy, LLC. Eric A Ennocenti, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1122 West Boulevard be approved. Motion passed. Ayes: Alderman Sarrazin, Alderman Diehl Noes: Alderman Kaprelian-Becker Non-Voting: Alderman Helding Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedFail Action details Not available
13-9621 A (AMENDED) Application of Wisconsin CVS Pharmacy, LLC. Eric A Ennocenti, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1122 West Boulevard (9th District)CommunicationSubject:(AMENDED) Application of Wisconsin CVS Pharmacy, LLC. Eric A Ennocenti, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1122 West Boulevard (9th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 01-14-14: Defer this item until a new agent is named for CVS. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-11-14: That the application of Wisconsin CVS Pharmacy, LLC. Eric A Ennocenti, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1122 West Boulevard be approved. Motion failed. Ayes: Alderman Morgenroth, Alderman Perez Noes: Alderman Helding, Alderman Kaprelian-Becker Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-22-14: That the application of Wisconsin CVS Pharmacy, LLC. Eric A Ennocenti, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1122 West Boulevard be approved. Motion passed. Ayes: Alderman Sarrazin, Alderman Diehl Noes: Alderman Kaprelian-Becker Non-Voting: Alderman Helding Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedFail Action details Not available
14-10016 A (New) Application of Guy Singer Dance Studio,Guy L. Singer, Agent for a "Class C" Wine License for 1514 Junction Avenue. (3rd District)CommunicationSubject:(New) Application of Guy Singer Dance Studio,Guy L. Singer, Agent for a "Class C" Wine License for 1514 Junction Avenue. (3rd District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-22-14: That the (New) Application of Guy Singer Dance Studio,Guy L. Singer, Agent for a "Class C" Wine License for 1514 Junction Avenue be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10017 A Communication from the Ninth District Alderman proposing the repeal of Ordinance No. 19-07. (Res. No. 14-0192)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Ninth District Alderman proposing the repeal of Ordinance No. 19-07. (Res. No. 14-0192) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-22-14: To draft a resolution to repeal Ordinance No. 19-07 (Keg Registration). Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10021 A (New) Application of ATM Financials Services LLC DBA: Carriage House Liquor Co., Douglas Nicholson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 220 State St. (1st District).CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of ATM Financials Services LLC DBA: Carriage House Liquor Co., Douglas Nicholson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 220 State St. (1st District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-22-14: That the (New) Application of ATM Financials Services LLC DBA: Carriage House Liquor Co., Douglas Nicholson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 220 State St. be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10053 A Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 4-24-2014CommunicationSubject: Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 04-24-2014 Recommendation from the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-22-14: That the item be Recommended to be Received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder out of the three bids was Auto Parts City. Fiscal Note: This will generate $17,433.00 in revenue for account 101.310.7550.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-9924 A Communication from Alderman Kaprelian-Becker, on behalf of Nikki Aiello (1528 W. 6th St.) requesting a traffic study for the intersection of West 6th Street and Memorial Drive for a possible left-turn light on W. 6th St. turning north.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman Kaprelian-Becker, on behalf of Nikki Aiello (1528 W. 6th St.) requesting a traffic study for the intersection of West 6th Street and Memorial Drive for a possible left-turn light on W. 6th St. turning north. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-21-14: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Referred to the Traffic Commission. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-19-14: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-9925 A Communication from Christopher Paulson, Racine Heritage Museum, wishing to ren Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Saturday, July 26, 2014 for Vintage NASH and metropolitan collectors. (Res. No. 14-0194)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Christopher Paulson, Racine Heritage Museum, wishing to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Saturday, July 26, 2014 for Vintage NASH and metropolitan collectors. (Res. No. 14-0194) Recommendation: That the Racine Heritage Museum be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on July 26, 2014 subject to payment of rental costs of $230 in accordance with city policies and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City and payment of a $50 processing fee. Fiscal Notes: The $280 fee will contribute to Parking Utility revenues.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-9969 A Communication from Great Lakes Church requesting the use of Civic Centre parking ramp, LakeLot #5, and Lake Ave ramp from 12 P.M. to 10 P.M. for the celebration of 100 individuals with special need on Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Festival Hall. (Res. No. 14-0CommunicationSubject: Communication from Great Lakes Church requesting the use of Civic Centre parking ramp, Lakefront Lot No.5, and Lake Ave ramp from 12 P.M. to 10 P.M. for the celebration of 100 individuals with special need on Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Festival Hall. (Res. No. 14-0193) Recommendation: That the Great Lakes Church be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on May, 18, 2014 subject to payment of rental costs of $230 in accordance with city policies and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City and payment of a $50 processing fee. Fiscal Notes: The $280 fee will contribute to Parking Utility revenues.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10069 A Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager submitting that Representatives of ABM Parking Services Incorporated have requested an opportunity to review their proposal regarding the proposed Parking Ramp Revenue Equipment Replacement and 24CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager regarding providing Representatives of ABM Parking Services Incorporated an opportunity to review their proposal regarding the proposed Parking Ramp Revenue Equipment Replacement and 24 Hour Ramp Management Contract. (Res. No. 14-0212) Recommendation of the Parking & Transit Commission 4-30-14: Recommends awarding a contract for a seven year lease of state-of-the art Parking Utility revenue control equipment and a professional management contract with 24/7 support services for the Gaslight, Lake, Shoop and Civic Center parking Ramps and Surface Lakefront Lot No.5 with ABM Parking Services and recommends that the City Finance and Personnel Committee and Common Council authorize entering into a contract with ABM Parking Services as the result of a Request for Proposals process and negotiations begun in July of last year. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Recommends awarding a contract for a seven year lease of state-of-the art Parking Utility revenue control equipment and a professionReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10072 A Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager wishing to discuss the policy guidance on the time frame for continuing to honor BUS tokens. Last May the BUS discontinued the vending of BUS tokens and established a policy for redeeming previousCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager wishing to discuss the policy guidance on the time frame for continuing to honor BUS tokens. (Res. No. 14-0195) Recommendation: That the Belle Urban System plan to discontinue honoring BUS tokens effective January 1, 2015 and that an information campaign be initiated to make customers aware of the change. Fiscal Notes: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10073 A Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager submitting for review a proposal to reduce physical damage catastrophic insurance coverage of 80% of acquisition cost for new fleet. Physical damage insurance coverage for BUS vehicles in excess oCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager submitting for review a proposal to reduce BUS physical damage catastrophic insurance coverage to 80% of acquisition cost for new fleet. (Res. No. 14-0196) Recommendation: The physical damage insurance coverage on Belle Urban System vehicles be set at 80% of purchase price effective January 1, 2015. Fiscal Notes: This is expected to reduce annual insurance costs by $10,000 to $15,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10074 A Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting that the City of Racine adopt a resolution rescinding its notice of possibly withdrawing from the Transit Mutual Insurance Corporation in 2015. The Transit Mutual Insurance CorporationCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting that the City of Racine adopt a resolution rescinding Resolution No. 13-0465 of November 19, 2013 of its notice of possibly withdrawing from the Transit Mutual Insurance Corporation in 2015. (Res. No. 14-0197) Recommendation: The Racine Common Council adopt a Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 13-0465 of November 19, 2013 of its previous notice of the possibility of withdrawing from the Transit Mutual Insurance Corporation of Wisconsin (TMI) and that the City Clerk forward a copy of the resolution to TMI before June 1, 2014. Fiscal Notes: A TMI member dividend refund program over a 10 year period beginning in 2015 is expected to significantly reduce future annual insurance costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10093 A CU 1820 Melvin Avenue (Res. No. 14-0198)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Chad Fuchs and Chad Lucchesi to operate C-Squared Rodent Supply at 1820 Melvin Avenue. (PC-14) (Res. No. 14-0198) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-30-14: That the item be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-9920 A R/K CAA Tenant Rent assistance contract extension (Res. No. 14-0199)CommunicationSubject: Request by the Racine/Kenosha Community Action Agency to extend the period for completion of its Tenant-Based Rent Assistance contract. (Res. No. 14-0199) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 4-28-14: That the request of the Racine/Kenosha Community Action Agency for an extension of its contract for the Tenant-Based Rent Assistance program through November 2014 be approved. Fiscal Note: The contract will be amended to extend the time for competion. The amount of the grant for the program will remain unchanged.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-9964 A 2014 LOF CDBG Funds (Res. No. 14-0200)CommunicationSubject: Request that the Local Option CDBG funds be approved to fill a shortfall in the 2014 CDBG Grant. (Res. No. 14-0200) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 4-28-14: That the request of the Director of City Development that Local Option funds be used to fill a shortfall in the 2014 CDBG grant be approved so that the allocations on the table attached to item 14-9964 are fully funded. Further recommends that the unanticipated additional Emergency Solutions Grant funding received by the city be allocated to United Way of Racine County as shown on the table attached to item 14-9964. Fiscal Note: $129,974 in Local Option funds will be used to fill the shortfall. There are sufficient funds in the Local Option account. The city's Emergency Solutions Grant is $20,021 more than expected. United Way is the fiscal agent for Racine's consortium of providers of shelter and services to the homeless. United Way will allocate the additional funds consistent with the consortium's grant application for the funds.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10112 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Reappoint Alderwoman Sandy Weidner 2310 Thor Ave Racine, 53405 to the Cemetery Board for a 1 year yerm, expiring April 1, 2015 Reappoint Alderman Raymond DeHahn 2706 Diane Ave Racine, 53404 to the Affirmative Action Human Rights Commission for a 1 year term, expiring May 1, 2015 Reappoint Alderman Ron Hart 4420 Republic Ave Racine, 53405 to the Affirmative Action Human Rights Commission for a 1 year term, expiring May 1, 2015 Reappoint Mark Celeste 3333 Erie St. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Building Appeals for a 2 year term, expiring August 1, 2015 Reappoint John Dorn 3059 St. Clair St. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Building Appeals for a 2 year term, expiring August 1, 2015 Reappoint Mark Madsen 913 William St. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Building Appeals for a 2 year term, expiring August 1, 2015 Reappoint Charles Rice 1705 Wisconsin Ave. Racine, 53403 to the Board of Building Appeals for a 2 year term, expiring August 1, Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10057 A Request from Purchasing AgentSubject: [Communication from Purchasing Agent requesting to appear before the Cemetery Commission to request permission to begin a request for proposals process for the management and operational functions of the Cemetery.]CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Purchasing Agent requesting permission to begin a request for proposals process for the management and operational functions of the Cemetery. Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners on 4/21/14: To approve the request from the City of Racine Purchasing Agent to begin a request for proposals process for the management and operational functions of the Cemetery. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0171 A Salmon Unlimited Use of Pavilion at 5th Street Boat LaunchResolutionSalmon Unlimited Use of Pavilion at 5th Street Boat Launch Resolved, that Salmon Unlimited will pay a $155.00 fee for the entire ten day event for use of the pavilion at the 5th Street Boat Launch. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0172 A Grant from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts ProgramResolutionGrant from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program Resolved that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for & accept $10,000.00 in grant funds from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Grant Control #2014-012. Fiscal Note: No City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0173 A Grant from Helen Bader Foundation to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts ProgramResolutionGrant from Helen Bader Foundation to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for and accept $20,000.00 in grant funds from Helen Bader Foundation to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Grant Control #2014-013. Fiscal Note: No City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0174 A Additional Compensation for Department of Public Works SupervisorsResolutionAdditional Compensation for Department of Public Works Supervisors Resolved, that permission is granted to the Commissioner of Public Works to provide additional compensation for the Department of Public Works Supervisors. Fiscal Note: The total cost of this request is $14,072.74AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0175 A Participation in AmeriCorps VISTA Project 2014-2015ResolutionParticipation in AmeriCorps VISTA Project 2014-2015 Resolved, that the Authority supports the use of $22,000.00 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the VISTA contract for 2014. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the University of Wisconsin - Parkside for use of funds as outlined in the redevelopment authority resolution 14-09. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the City's 2014 capital budget account 919.000.5020.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0176 A Projecting Sign at 401 Sixth Street, 3rd Coast BicyclesResolutionProjecting Sign at 401 Sixth Street, 3rd Coast Bicycles Resolved, that Donald Heckel, the property owner at 401 Sixth Street is granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign, as requested, over City right-of-way, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee be paid, in accordance with State Statute Sec. 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.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0177 A Purchase of 2014 Snow ThrowerResolutionPurchase of 2014 Snow Thrower Resolved, that the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures is approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the State of Minnesota through their Cooperative Purchasing Venture, which the City of Racine is a member, for the purchase of a Snogo MP3D Snow Thrower. Fiscal Note: The approximate cost of this purchase is $155,000.00 and funding is available in Account 944.630.5040, Street Maint. Snow Thrower.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0178 A Amend Resolution 13-0176ResolutionResolution 13-0176 created Apil 15, 2013 being a final resolution relating to street improvements be amended to delete: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Ruby Avenue - Lombard Avenue to Melvin Avenue and, as amended, Resolution No. 13-0176 of April 15, 2013 be adopted. Fiscal Note: Capital Project funding for this section of Ruby Avenue will be reallocated to other paving projects.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0179 A Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1)ResolutionContract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1) Resolved, that Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), is awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., Waukesha, WI, at its bid price of $945,828.50, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $211,085.31 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing $355,243.19 - Account 994.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 72,500.00 - Account 104.994.5420, Storm Sewer Misc. Loc. $307,000.00 - Account 287.900.5320, Sanitary Sewer Rehab $945,828.50 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0180 A Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG AsphaltResolutionContract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt Resolved, that Contract 13-14 (K4-013), 2014 CDBG Asphalt, is awarded to Stark Asphalt, a Division of Northwest Asphalt Products, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at its bid price of $509,713.10, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $317,981.71 - Account 894.030.5540, Asphalt Resurfacing CDBG $ 38,018.29 - Account 994.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 45,000.00 - Account 104.994.5420, Storm Sewer Misc. Locs. $108,713.10 - Account 287.994.5310, Sanitary Sewer Var. Locs. $509,713.10 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0181 A Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV and Manhole InspectionsResolutionContract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV and Manhole Inspections Resolved, that Contract 14-14 (K4-014), 2014 CCTV and Manhole Inspections, is awarded to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC., Green Bay, WI, at its bid price of $421,594.99, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 27,412.60 - Account 930.092.5850, RWW Interceptor CCTV $304,074.39 - Account 104.994.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc. $ 90,108.00 - Account 287.994.5310, Sanitary Sewer - Var. Loc. $421,594.99 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0182 A Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank StabilizationResolutionContract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization Resolved, that Contract 17-14 (K4-017), Racine Streambank Stabilization, is awarded to Native Construction, Kansasville, WI, at its bid price of $569,803.75, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $185,052.00 - Account 104.994.5430, Wash. Pk Streambank A UNP $384,751.75 - Account 104.993.5440, Wash. Pk Streambank B UNP $569,803.75 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0183 A Amendment No. 6 to Contract 32-13 (K3-035), PS - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement and CHP Steam Pipe EvaluationResolutionAmendment No. 6 to Contract 32-13 (K3-035), PS - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement and CHP Steam Pipe Evaluation Resolved, that Amendment No. 6 to Contract 32-13 (K3-035), Professional Services - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement, Angus Young Associates, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $5,950.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 994.220.5020, CHP-Replace Steam Pipes.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0184 A Final Payment on Contract 01-13 (K3-001), PS - Stormwater Utility Tech ServicesResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 01-13 (K3-001), PS - Stormwater Utility Tech Services Resolved, that the professional services provided by AECOM, under Contract 01-13 (K3-001), PS - Stormwater Utility Tech Services, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $49,850.97. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0018 dated January 15, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0185 A Final payment on Contract 05-13 (K3-005), PS - Racine Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program SupportResolutionFinal payment on Contract 05-13 (K3-005), PS - Racine Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support Resolved, that the professional services provided by AECOM, under Contract 05-13 (K3-005), PS - Racine Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $19,990.92. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0022, dated January 15, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0186 A Change Order No.1 to Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1)ResolutionChange Order No.1 to Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 to Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), Stark Asphalt, a Division of NW Asphalt Products, Inc., contractor, is approved in the amount of $67,393.36. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $36,540.87 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing $15,640.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer Misc. Loc. $15,212.49 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer Var. Loc. $67,393.36 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0187 A Final Payment on Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1)ResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1) Resolved, that the work done by Stark Asphalt, a Division of NW Asphalt Products, Inc., under Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $568,830.87. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 13-0188, dated May 7, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0188 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1)ResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, is approved in the amount of $49,465.18. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from the following accounts: $14,465.18 - Account 906.000.5030, Conc. Alley Pav. Misc. (2013 Budget) $35,000.00 - Account 993.908.5030, Conc. Alley Pav. Misc. (2013 Budget) $49,465.18 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0189 A Final Payment on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1)ResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1) Resolved, that the work done by LaLonde Contractors, Inc., under Contract 15-13 (K3-015), 2013 Alley Paving Phase II Assessable (South) (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $438,682.93. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0148, dated April 3, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0170 A State / Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge ProjectResolutionState / Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge Project Resolved, that the City Engineer is authorized and directed to enter into a State / Municipal Agreement for the West 6th Street Bridge Project, State Project ID: 2703-00-02 (Design), in the amount of $491,660.00 with the City's share being $98,332.00 or 20%, and the State's share being $393,328.00 or 80%. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the City's share of this project will be provided in the 2015 CIP budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0190 A State / Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge ProjectResolutionState / Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, Memorial Drive Bridge Project Resolved, that the City Engineer is authorized and directed to enter into a State / Municipal Agreement for the Memorial Drive Bridge Project, State Project ID: 2703-00-01/71, in the amount of $523,720.00, with the City's share being $105,544.00 and the State's share being $418,176.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the City's share of this project will be provided in the CIP budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0192 A Repeal Ordinance No. 19-07ResolutionRepeal Ordinance No. 19-07 Resolved, that the repeal of Ordinance No. 19-07 (Keg Registration) is approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0193 A Great Lakes Church Use of Civic Centre parking ramp, Lakefront Lot No.5 and Lake Ave. rampResolutionGreat Lakes Church Use of Civic Centre parking ramp, Lakefront Lot No.5 and Lake Ave. ramp Resolved, that the Great Lakes Church is granted permission to lease Civic Centre parking ramp, Lakefront Lot No. 5 and Lake Ave. ramp on May, 18, 2014 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for the celebration of 100 individuals with special needs on Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Festival Hall subject to payment of rental costs of $230.00 in accordance with City policies and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City and payment of a $50.00 processing fee. Fiscal Note: The $280.00 fee will contribute to Parking Utility revenues.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0194 A Racine Heritage Museum Rental of Lakefront Lot No. 5ResolutionRacine Heritage Museum Rental of Lakefront Lot No. 5 Resolved, that the Racine Heritage Museum is granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on July 26, 2014 for 2014 for Vintage NASH and metropolitan collectors subject to payment of rental costs of $230.00 in accordance with City policies and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City and payment of a $50.00 processing fee. Fiscal Note: The $280.00 fee will contribute to Parking Utility revenues.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0195 A Discontinuation of BUS TokensResolutionDiscontinuation of BUS Tokens Resolved, that the Belle Urban System's plan to discontinue honoring BUS tokens effective January 1, 2015 and that an information campaign be initiated to make customers aware of the change is approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0196 A Reduce BUS Physical Damage Catastrophic Insurance CoverageResolutionReduce BUS Physical Damage Catastrophic Insurance Coverage Resolved, that the physical damage catastrophic insurance coverage on Belle Urban System vehicles be set at 80% of purchase price effective January 1, 2015. Fiscal Note: This is expected to reduce annual insurance costs by $10,000.00 to $15,000.00.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0197 A Rescind Resolution No. 13-0465 to Withdraw 2015 Transit Mutual Insurance CorporationResolutionRescind Resolution No. 13-0465 to Withdraw 2015 Transit Mutual Insurance Corporation WHEREAS, the Racine Common Council adopted Resolution No. 13-0465 at its November 19, 2013, meeting directing the City Clerk to notify Transit Mutual Insurance Corporation of Wisconsin (Transit Mutual) of it potential to withdraw from Transit Mutual effective January 1, 2015; and WHEREAS, the Transit Mutual bylaws allow the City to rescind its notice of intent to withdraw without any penalty to the City, provided that written notice of the rescission is received by Transit Mutual at least seven months prior to the planned withdrawal date; and WHEREAS, the City has determined that it is in the City's best interest to rescind its notice to Transit Mutual of its intent to withdraw; NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Racine Common Council: 1. That Resolution No. 13-0465 of November 19, 2013 of the Common Council directing the City Clerk to notify Transit Mutual of the City's intent to possibly withdraw from Transit Mutual effective January 1, 2015 is hereby rescinded. 2. That the CiAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0198 A C-Squared Rodent Supply / 1820 Melvin AvenueResolutionC-Squared Rodent Supply / 1820 Melvin Avenue That the request from Chad Fuchs and Chad Lucchesi to operate C-Squared Rodent Supply at 1820 Melvin Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a.That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 30, 2014 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 signage be professionally designed and receive review and approval by the Department of City Development prior to obtaining a building permit. d. That proof of access rights for 1820 Melvin Avenue to the easement on 1800 Melvin Avenue be provided prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. e. That the parking lot be repaired and re-sealed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. f. That wheel stops be installed as required per zoning ordinance. g. That the hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. h. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquiredAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0199 A Extend Completion Period of Tenant-Based Rent Assistance ContractResolutionExtend Completion Period of Tenant-Based Rent Assistance Contract Resolved, that the request of the Racine / Kenosha Community Action Agency for an extension of its contract for the Tenant-Based Rent Assistance program through November 2014 is approved. Fiscal Note: The contract will be amended to extend the time for completion. The amount of the grant for the program will remain unchanged.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0200 A 2014 CDBG GrantResolution2014 CDBG Grant Resolved, that the request of the Director of City Development that Local Option funds be used to fill a shortfall in the 2014 CDBG grant is approved so that the allocations on the table attached to item 14-9964 are fully funded. Further resolved, that the unanticipated additional Emergency Solutions Grant funding received by the City be allocated to United Way of Racine County as shown on the table attached to Item 14-9964. Fiscal Note: $129,974.00 in Local Option funds will be used to fill the shortfall. There are sufficient funds in the Local Option account. The City's Emergency Solutions Grant is $20,021.00 more than expected. United Way is the fiscal agent for Racine's consortium of providers of shelter and services to the homeless. United Way will allocate the additional funds consistent with the consortium's grant application for the funds.AdoptedPass Action details Not available