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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 7/15/2014 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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14-10339 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the 2015 DOJ Youth Gang Diversion Grant in the amount of $81,900. There is no city match required. (Res. No. 14-0305)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the 2015 DOJ Youth Gang Diversion Grant in the amount of $81,900. There is no city match required. (Grant Control #2014-030) (Res. No. 14-0305) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-21-14: Permission be granted to the Police Chief to apply for and accept the 2015 DOJ Youth Gang Diversion Grant in the amount of $81,900. (Grant Control #2014-030) Fiscal Note: No City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10354 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 14-0306)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to apply for $100,000.00 in grant funds from the U.S. Forest Service, Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to mitigate impacts from EAB. (Grant Control #2014-033) (Res. No. 14-0306) Staff Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-21-14: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting to apply for $100,000.00 in grant funds from the U.S. Forest Service, Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to mitigate impacts from EAB. (Grant Control #2014-033) Fiscal Note: No City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10359 A Claim of Leslie BrownClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Leslie Brown for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-21-14: The claim of Leslie Brown for alleged damages to her parked car after an incident involving a recycling cart on June 24, 2014 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10363 A Semi-annual plan certification (Res. No. 14-0303)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation requesting the semi-annual plan certification for the City Revolving Loan Fund. (Res. No. 14-0303) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-21-14: To approve the March 31, 2014 semi-annual City Revolving Loan Fund Plan Certification. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10372 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to appear before the appropriate committee to accept the Special Alarm Units from Racine Amusement and Racine Tavern League. (Res. No. 14-0304)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to appear before the appropriate committee to accept the Special Alarm Units from Racine Amusement and Racine Tavern League. (Res. No. 14-0304) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-21-14: Permission be granted to the Police Chief to accept the Special Alarm Units from Racine Amusement and Racine Tavern League. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10364 A Preliminary resolution for PCCP, curb & gutter and Bituminous for Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue for a 2015 Public Hearing. (Res. No. 14-0316)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting a preliminary resolution for PCCP, curb & gutter and Bituminous for Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue for a 2015 Public Hearing. (Res. No. 14-0316) Recommendations of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-29-14: That the prayer of the petitioners be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for PCCP, curb & gutter and Bituminous for Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue for a 2015 Public Hearing. Fiscal Note: This is an assessable project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10366 A Communication from Cristo Rey Parish requesting permission to close College Avenue between 8th Street and 9th Street, on Saturday, August 2, 2014, from 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., and on Sunday, August 3, 2014, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. (Res. No. 14-0311)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Cristo Rey Parish requesting permission to close College Avenue between 8th Street and 9th Street, on Saturday, August 2, 2014, from 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., and on Sunday, August 3, 2014, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. (Res. No. 14-0311) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-29-14: That Cristo Rey Parish be granted permission to close 8th Street, between College Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue on Saturday, August 2, 2014, from 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., and on Sunday, August 3, 2014, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., for a church festival. 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 an City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the CommiReferred  Action details Not available
14-10373 A Rescind the fee associated with an individual's request to file a zoning variance - Section 114-111 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Resolution 08-0684. (Res. No. 14-0317)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting to rescind the fee associated with an individual's request to file a zoning variance - Section 114-111 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Resolution 08-0684. (Res. No. 14-0317) Recommendations of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-29-14: That the fees associated with an individual's request to file a zoning variance - Section 114-111 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Resolution 08-0684, be rescinded. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-27-14: That the fees associated with an individual's request to file a zoning variance not be rescinded. Further, that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee. Fiscal Note: There will be a reduction in revenue to the general fund.Referred  Action details Not available
14-10331 A (Direct Referral) (Renewal) Application of Don's Towing of Wisconsin, LLC for a 2014-2015 Motor Vehicle Towing License.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) (Renewal) Application of Don's Towing of Wisconsin, LLC for a 2014-2015 Motor Vehicle Towing License.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10347 A Communication from the 7th District Alderman to revise Article III of the Municipal Code to create exemptions for use of a bow and arrow or crossbow within City limits. (Ord. 09-14)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the 7th District Alderman to revise Article III of the Municipal Code to create exemptions for use of a bow and arrow or crossbow within City limits. (Ord. No. 09-14) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on July 22, 2014: That the communication from the 7th District Alderman to revise Article III of the Municipal Code to create exemptions for use of a bow and arrow or crossbow within City limits. (Ord. No. 09-14) be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 12, 2014: That the communication from the 7th District Alderman to revise Article III of the Municipal Code to create exemptions for use of a bow and arrow or crossbow within City limits. (Ord. No. 09-14) be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on August 26, 2014: That the communication from the 7th District Alderman to revise Article III of the Municipal Code to create exemptions for use of a bow and arrow or crossbow within City limits. (Ord. No. 09-14) be approved with amended language. Fiscal Referred  Action details Not available
14-10375 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Doobie's Beer Joint, located at 3701 Durand Avenue #345, Keven Dubiak, Agent. (11th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Doobie's Beer Joint, located at 3701 Durand Avenue #345, Keven Dubiak, Agent. (11th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on July 22, 2014: That the application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Doobie's Beer Joint, located at 3701 Durand Avenue #345, Keven Dubiak, Agent be approved. Fiscal note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
14-10299 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting Section 38-22 of the City Ordinance be repealed and recreated as follows to update our ambulance billing structure. (Res. No. 14-0290)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting Section 38-22 of the City Ordinance be repealed and recreated as follows to update our ambulance billing structure. (Res. No. 14-0290) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: To amend Section 38-22 of the City Ordinance for the ambulance billing structure. Fiscal Note: Updated charges for services will be reflected in the 2015 budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10170 A Claim of Eulogia Guardiola (Res No. 14-0255)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Eulogia Guardiola for consideration. (Res No. 14-0255) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-9-14: The claim of Eulogia Guardiola for damages after her aging water service pipe allegedly broke during the replacement of the water meter in her home on or about February 17, 2014 be approved. Fiscal Note: Reimbursement in the amount of $3,705.00. Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 6-24-14: That the claim of Eulogia Guardiola be denied. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: The claim of Eulogia Guardiola for damages after her aging water service pipe allegedly broke during the replacement of the water meter in her home on or about February 17, 2014 be denied. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 8-19-14: That the claim of Eulogia Guardiola be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10317 A Claim of Deborah YoccoCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Deborah Yocco for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: The claim of Deborah Yocco for a door allegedly damaged during the execution of a search warrant by Racine officers on May 1, 2014 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10318 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2013-032) (Res. No. 14-0293)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2013-032) (Res. No. 14-0293) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: To authorize the Public Health Administrator to accept funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) in the amount of $50,000. (Grant Control #2013-032) Fiscal Note: The is a soft City match required of $125,000.00. (Grant Control #2013-032)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10327 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 14-0287)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a $1,000.00 donation from the Volunteer Center of Racine for the cemeteries. (Res. No. 14-0287) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: To authorize the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $1,000.00 donation from the Volunteer Center of Racine for the cemeteries and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10334 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 14-0288)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting a budget transfer of $2,000.00 for a survey for the North Beach area from 993.650.5010 to 993.700.5140. (Res. No. 14-0288) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: That $2,000 be transferred from account 993.650.5010, Humble Park - LED Lighting Upgrades, to newly created account 993.700.5140, North Beach-Survey. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10335 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 14-0289)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a $2,000.00 donation from SC Johnson to support the Juneteenth Celebration held at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center. (Res. No. 14-0289) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: To authorize the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $2,000.00 donation from SC Johnson to support the Juneteenth Celebration held at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10348 A (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a $200,000 US-EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for 1425 North Memorial Drive (a.k.a. Racine Steel Casting property) (Grant Control #2014-031). (Res. No. 14-CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a $200,000 US-EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for 1425 North Memorial Drive (a.k.a. Racine Steel Casting property) (Grant Control #2014-031). (Res. No. 14-0292) Recommendation of Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: Permission be granted to the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a $200,000 US-EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for 1425 North Memorial Drive (a.k.a. Racine Steel Casting property) (Grant Control #2014-031). Further, that the Executive Director of City Development or his authorized agent act on the behalf of the Authority to implement the grant, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete approved activities. Fiscal Note: A 20% local match or $40,000 is required. Funds are available in the Intergovernmental Shared Revenue Account and from the City of Racine US-EPA Brownfield Clean-up Revolving Loan Fund (Grant Control #2014-031).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10349 A (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a $400,000 US-EPA Brownfield Site Assessment Grant to aid in the investigation of brownfield properties in the City of Racine (Grant Control #2014-032).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a $400,000 US-EPA Brownfield Site Assessment Grant to aid in the investigation of brownfield properties in the City of Racine (Grant Control #2014-032). (Res. No. 14-0291) Recommendation of Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: Permission be granted to the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a $400,000 US-EPA Brownfield Site Assessment Grant to aid in the investigation of brownfield properties in the City of Racine (Grant Control #2014-032). Further, that the Executive Director of City Development or his authorized agent act on the behalf of the Authority to implement the grant, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete approved activities. Fiscal Note: No local match is required for this grant (Grant Control #2014-032).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10360 A (Direct Referral)-Communication from the City Administrator presenting an amended contract with Venue Works for 2015/2016. (Res. No. 14-0294)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator presenting an addendum to the contract with Venue Works for 2015/2016. (Res. No. 14-0294) Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: To approve the contract addendum with Venue Works for 2015/2016. Fiscal Note: No additional cost to the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10251 A Communication from the Chief Building Inspector requesting revisions to Section 114-36 of the City Zoning Code, inserting language to initiate inspection fees pertaining to violation inspections performed by the Zoning Administrator and/or his Deputies. (CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Chief Building Inspector requesting revisions to Section 114-36 of the City Zoning Code, inserting language to initiate inspection fees pertaining to violation inspections performed by the Zoning Administrator and/or his Deputies. (Res. No. 14-0295) (Ord. No. 10-14) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-10-14: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-24-14: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-08-14: That Section 114-36 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Penalty for Violation of Chapter be amended to insert language that would allow inspection fees to be assessed for inspections performed by the Zoning Administrator and/or his Deputies. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 7-30-14: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled before the Common Council, and That the ordinance stipulate that Section 114-36 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to PenalReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10304 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 31-14 (K4-031), City Hall Tuckpointing. (Res. No. 14-0298)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 31-14 (K4-031), City Hall Tuckpointing. (Res. No. 14-0298) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-24-14: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-08-14: That Contract 31-14 (K4-031), City Hall Tuckpointing, be awarded to RAZA of Racine, LLC., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $166,334.70, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 78,736.29 - Account 993.100.5020, City Hall-Tuckpointing $ 87,598.41 - Account 994.100.5020, City Hall-Tuckpointing $166,334.70 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10319 A Bid results on Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall Tuckpointing. (Res. No. 14-0299)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall Tuckpointing. (Res. No. 14-0299) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-08-14: That Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall Tuckpointing, be awarded to Innovative Masonry Restoration, Prior Lake, MN, at their bid price of $95,000.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $39,000.00 - Account 108.993.5510, Memorial Hall-Tuckpointing $56,000.00 - Account 108.994.5510, Memorial Hall-Tuckpointing $95,000.00 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10330 A Final payment on Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing, Pro Electric Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0300)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing, Pro Electric, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0300) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-08-14: That the work done by Pro Electric, Inc. under Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,485,353.50. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-3226, dated July 17, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10338 A Amendment No. 1 Professional Services-2013 Sewer Asset Management Services. (Res. No. 14-0296)CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No.1 to Contract 19-13 (K3-019), PS - 2013 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0296) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-08-14: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 19-13 (K3-019), PS-2013 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $7,135.52. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer - Various Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10356 A Bid results for salt for 2014-2015 (Res. No. 14-0297)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine County submitting bid results for salt for ice control for the 2014-2015 winter season. (Res. No. 14-0297) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-08-14: That the bid of Cargill, Inc. for the purchase of 6,000 tons (more or less) of salt for ice control for the 2014-2015 year be accepted at their bid price of $69.20 per ton delivered, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: The City of Racine's allotment of salt will be based upon 6,000 tons and funds to make these purchases are budgeted in Account 101.540.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10361 A Professional services agreement with AECOM for Contract 43-14 (K4-043), PS - 2014 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support, AECOM, consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a professional services agreement with AECOM for Contract 43-14 (K4-043), PS - 2014 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support, AECOM, consultant. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-08-14: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM for Contract 43-14 (K4-043), PS-2014 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Support Program, in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,000.00 Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.000.5330, Monitoring and Detection. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10238 A Subject: New Application for Radojko Radicevic for Operator's (Bartender) License.CommunicationSubject: New Application for Radojko Radicevic for Operator's (Bartender) License. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 06/10/14: That the application of Radojko Radicevic for Operator's (Bartender) License be approved. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10328 A (Direct Referral) The renewal application of Racine Fani Inc. (dba Partners N Design) for a Massage Establishment Permit for 506 Goold Street for 2014-2015. (5th District)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Renewal application of Racine Fani Inc. (dba Partners N Design) for a Massage Establishment Permit for 506 Goold Street for 2014-2015. (5th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07/08/14: That the renewal application of Racine Fani Inc. (dba Partners N Design) for a Massage Establishment Permit for 506 Goold Street for 2014-2015 be approved. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10333 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: Hillside Lanes, Inc. 1400 Thirteenth Street (Tradename) Hillside Lanes Richard Wonders, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07/08/14: That the listed renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2014-2015 be approved. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10350 A New application of Eco Salon Inc. dba Beaute on the Square for a Massage Establishment Permit for 512 Monument Square for 2014-2015. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) New application of Eco Salon Inc. (dba Beaute on the Square) for a Massage Establishment Permit for 512 Monument Square for 2014-2015. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07/08/14: That the application of Eco Salon Inc. (dba Beaute on the Square) for a Massage Establishment Permit for 512 Monument Square for 2014-2015 be approved. Fiscal note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10365 A Subject: Communication to amend Chapter 50 - Fire Prevention and ProtectionCommunicationSubject: Communication to amend Chapter 50 - Fire Prevention and Protection, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin to reflect changes at the State level regarding the Wisconsin Administrative Code and the International Building Code. (Ord. No. 08-14) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-08-14: Recommendation to adopt Ord. No 08-14. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10111 A WEDC Grant 1505 High Street (Res. No. 14-0208)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority requesting authorization to apply for a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Site Assessment Grant for the property at 1505 High Street. (Grant Control # 2014-018) (Res. No. 14-0208) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 5-5-14: That the Authority requests funds and assistance available from the WEDC under the assessment grant and complies with rules for the program. Further, that Brian F. O'Connell, Executive Director, or his authorized agent, act on the behalf of the Authority to: submit an application to Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation to aid in the site assessment of 1505 High Street, sign all documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-12-14: Permission be granted to the Assistant Executive Director of City Development to apply for a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Site Assessment Grant for the property at 1505 HiReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10336 A Communication from the Root River Council Chair (Res. No. 14-0302)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Root River Council Chair requesting permission to host live animals for a petting zoo and horse show in conjunction with the Root River Festival at Island Park on Sunday, September 7, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. (Res. No. 14-0302) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 7-9-14: To approve the communication from the Root River Council to waive Section 70-90 of the Municipal code to allow animals at Island Park for a petting zoo and horse show on Sunday, September 7, 2014 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0255 A Claim of Eulogia GuardiolaResolutionClaim of Eulogia Guardiola Resolved, that the claim of Eulogia Guardiola for damages after her aging water service pipe allegedly broke during the replacement of the water meter in her home on or about February 17, 2014 is approved. Fiscal Note: Reimbursement in the amount of $3,705.00. Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 6-24-14: That this be denied Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7-9-14: Receive and file the resolution.ReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0287 A Donation from Volunteer Center of Racine for CemeteriesResolutionDonation from Volunteer Center of Racine for Cemeteries Resolved, that the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services is authorized to accept a $1,000.00 donation from the Volunteer Center of Racine for the cemeteries and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0288 A Transfer of Funds for North Beach Area SurveyResolutionTransfer of Funds for North Beach Area Survey Resolved, that the request of Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to transfer $2,000.00 for a survey of the North Beach area is approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are to be transferred from account 993.650.5010, Humble Park - LED Lighting Upgrades, to newly created account 993.700.5140, North Beach-Survey. There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0289 A Donation from SC Johnson to support the Juneteenth CelebrationResolutionDonation from SC Johnson to support the Juneteenth Celebration Resolved, that the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services is authorized to accept a $2,000.00 donation from SC Johnson to support the Juneteenth Celebration held at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0290 A Repeal and Amend Section 38-22 of the City Ordinance to Update Ambulance Billing StructureResolutionRepeal and Amend Section 38-22 of the City Ordinance to Update Ambulance Billing Structure Resolved, that the Fire Chief's request to amend Section 38-22 of the City Ordinance for the ambulance billing structure is approved. Fiscal Note: Updated charges for services will be reflected in the 2015 budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0291 A Brownfield Site Assessment GrantResolutionBrownfield Site Assessment Grant Resolved, that permission is granted to the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a $400,000.00 US-EPA Brownfield Site Assessment Grant to aid in the investigation of brownfield properties in the City of Racine (Grant Control #2014-032). Further resolved, that the Executive Director of City Development or his authorized agent act on the behalf of the Authority to implement the grant, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete approved activities. Fiscal Note: No local match is required for this grant (Grant Control #2014-032).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0292 A Brownfield Cleanup Grant for 1425 North Memorial Drive (a.k.a.Racine Steel Casting property)ResolutionBrownfield Cleanup Grant for 1425 North Memorial Drive (a.k.a.Racine Steel Casting property) Resolved, that permission is granted to the Assistant Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority to accept a $200,000.00 US-EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for 1425 North Memorial Drive (a.k.a. Racine Steel Casting property) (Grant Control #2014-031). Further resolved, that the Executive Director of City Development or his authorized agent act on the behalf of the Authority to implement the grant, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete approved activities. Fiscal Note: A 20% local match or $40,000.00 is required. Funds are available in the Intergovernmental Shared Revenue Account and from the City of Racine US-EPA Brownfield Clean-up Revolving Loan Fund (Grant Control #2014-031).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0293 A Funding from Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP)ResolutionFunding from Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator is authorized to accept funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) in the amount of $50,000.00. (Grant Control #2013-032) Fiscal Note: There is a soft City match required of $125,000.00. (Grant Control #2013-032)AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0294 A Addendum to VenuWorks of Racine, LLC Contract for 2015 - 2016.ResolutionAddendum to VenuWorks of Racine, LLC Contract for 2015 - 2016. Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into an addendum to the contract with VenuWorks of Racine, LLC for 2015 - 2016. Fiscal Note: No additional cost to the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0296 A Amendment No.1 to Contract 19-13 (K3-019), PS - 2013 Sewer Asset Management ServicesResolutionAmendment No.1 to Contract 19-13 (K3-019), PS - 2013 Sewer Asset Management Services Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 19-13 (K3-019), PS-2013 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $7,135.52. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer - Various Locations.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0297 A Salt for Ice Control for 2014-2015 Winter SeasonResolutionSalt for Ice Control for 2014-2015 Winter Season Resolved, that the bid of Cargill, Inc. for the purchase of 6,000 tons (more or less) of salt for ice control for the 2014-2015 year is accepted at their bid price of $69.20 per ton delivered, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: The City of Racine's allotment of salt will be based upon 6,000 tons and funds to make these purchases are budgeted in Account 101.540.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0298 A Contract 31-14 (K4-031), City Hall TuckpointingResolutionContract 31-14 (K4-031), City Hall Tuckpointing Resolved, that Contract 31-14 (K4-031), City Hall Tuckpointing, is awarded to RAZA of Racine, LLC., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $166,334.70, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 78,736.29 - Account 993.100.5020, City Hall-Tuckpointing $ 87,598.41 - Account 994.100.5020, City Hall-Tuckpointing $166,334.70 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0299 A Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall TuckpointingResolutionContract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall Tuckpointing Resolved, that Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall Tuckpointing, is awarded to Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC, at its bid price of $95,000.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $39,000.00 - Account 108.993.5510, Memorial Hall-Tuckpointing $56,000.00 - Account 108.994.5510, Memorial Hall-Tuckpointing $95,000.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0300 A Final Payment on Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and Signal TimingResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing Resolved, that the work done by Pro Electric, Inc. under Contract 23-12 (K2-025), Signal Interconnect and Signal Timing, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,485,353.50. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 12-3226, dated July 17, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0301 A Professional Services Agreement Contract 43-14 (K4-043), PS - 2014 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support (Res. No. 14-0301)ResolutionProfessional Services Agreement Contract 43-14 (K4-043), PS - 2014 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program Support (Res. No. 14-0301) Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM for Contract 43-14 (K4-043), PS-2014 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Support Program, in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.000.5330, Monitoring and Detection.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0302 A Petting Zoo and Horse Show at 2014 Root River Festival at Island ParkResolutionPetting Zoo and Horse Show at 2014 Root River Festival at Island Park Resolved, that it is approved for the Root River Council to waive Section 70-90 of the Municipal code to allow animals at Island Park for a petting zoo and horse show on Sunday, September 7, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0208 A Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Site Assessment Grant for Property at 1505 High StreetResolutionWisconsin Economic Development Corporation Site Assessment Grant for Property at 1505 High Street Resolved, that permission is granted to the Redevelopment Authority to request funds and assistance available from the WEDC under the assessment grant, subject to the amended fiscal note, and complies with the rules for the program. Further resolved, that Brian F. O'Connell, Executive Director, or his authorized agent, act on the behalf of the Authority to: submit an application to Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation to aid in the site assessment of 1505 High Street; sign all documents; and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities. Fiscal Note: The grant request is for $100,000.00 with a match requirement between 20% and 50%. The City's portion of the project's match will be from the City's new FY14 EPA Site Assessment Grant. City General Revenue funds of $2,000 will be used for preparation of the site workplan and to fulfill the technical reporting under the grant.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.14-0295 A Revisions to Section 114-36 of the City Zoning CodeResolutionRevisions to Section 114-36 of the City Zoning Code Resolved, that Section 114-36 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Penalty for Violation of Chapter is to be amended to insert language that would allow inspection fees to be assessed for inspections performed by the Zoning Administrator and/or his Deputies. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
Ord.09-14 A Ord. 09-14 Exemptions for discharge of a bow and arrow or crossbowOrdinanceOrdinance 09-14 To amend and revise Article III. Possession or Discharge of Weaponry, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin to add exemptions for the discharge of a bow and arrow or crossbow within City limits. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows: Part 1: In Sec. 66-59. Discharge of Weapon of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, repeal the words “or crossbow” in the first paragraph and add the word “or” in front of the word “slingshot” in that same sentence. Part 2: Renumber Sec. 66-61. Penalty for Violation of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, to Sec. 66-62. Part 3: Sec. 66-61 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin shall be recreated as follows: “Sec. 66-61. Bow and Arrow and Crossbow. The general prohibition against use and discharge of a bow and arrow or crossbow within city limits is exempted according to the rules and regulations set out below: (1) Hunting of deer by bow and arrow shall be done in accordance with the rules and regulations of the WisReferredPass Action details Not available