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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 4/8/2009 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
Due to Spring Election 4-7-09
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09-3406 A Monthly Building Report, March 2009CommunicationSubject: Monthly Building Report, March 2009Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
09-3383 A Communication from the Girls Inc. Specialist, YWCA of Racine requesting a reduction or waiver of the fees for the use of the Cesar Chavez Community Center on May 2, 2009 for a festival called "Action for Animals".CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Girls Inc. Specialist, YWCA of Racine requesting a reduction or waiver of the fees for the use of the Cesar Chavez Community Center on May 2, 2009 for a festival called "Action for Animals". (Res.09-1331) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: That the fees for the use of the Cesar Chavez Community Center on May 2, 2009 for a festival called "Action for Animals" be waived. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3384 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply and accept the USDA Farmer's Market Promotion RFP (Grant Control No. 2009-010) in the amount of $100,000 for the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply and accept the USDA Farmer's Market Promotion RFP (Grant Control No. 2009-010) in the amount of $100,000 for the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. (Res.09-1337) Recommendation of the FInance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for and accept the USDA Farmer's Market Promotion RFP t (Grant Control No. 2009-010) in the amount of $100,000 for the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3385 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply and accept the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act: Brownfields Job Training Grant through the Environmental Protection Agency (Grant Control No. 2009-011) in the amount of $500,0CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply and accept the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act: Brownfields Job Training Grant through the Environmental Protection Agency (Grant Control No. 2009-011) in the amount of $500,000 for the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. (Res.09-1338) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply and accept the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act: Brownsfields Job Training Grant through the Environmental Protection Agency (Grant Control No. 2009-011) in the amount of $500,000 for the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. Fiscal Note: A soft match is recommended on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3386 A Homelessness Prevention Fund grant requestCommunicationSubject: Request of the Director of City Development to apply for and accept a Homelessness Prevention Fund grant (Grant Control # 2009-012). (Res.09-1340) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for and accept a Homelessness Prevention Fund Grant (Grant Control #2009-012) in the amount of $817.554; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute grant agreements and other pertinent documents to secure the funding. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3388 A NSP Grant RequestCommunicationSubject: Request of the Director of City Development to accept a Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) grant (Grant Control # 2009-013). (Res.09-1341) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to accept a Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) Grant (Grant Control #2009-013) in the amount of $1,935,268 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a grant agreement and any other documents necessary to secure the funding. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3390 A Transfer $8,500 from Salaries to 101.130.5010 to Professional Services 101.130.5610CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to transfer $8,500 from Salaries 101.130.5010 to Professional Services 101.130.5610 for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the WisDOT Economic Recovery (ER) Stage 2 Solicitation. (Res.09-1332) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: $8,500 be transferred from Salaries, 101.130.5010 to Professional Services, 101.130.5610 for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through WisDOT Economic Recovery (ER) Stage 2 Solicitation. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3399 A Communication from Mayor Thomas Friedel requesting to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss a change in CAR 25 staffing from three part time employees to one full time employee and one part time employee.CommunicationSubject:Communication from Mayor Thomas Friedel requesting to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss a change in CAR 25 staffing from three part time employees to one full time employee and one part time employee. (Res.09-1336) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: That the staffing at Car 25 be changed from three part time employees to one full time employee and one part time employee. Fiscal Note: Funds are available within the Car 25 budget.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3401 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) (Grant Control # 2009-015.) (Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing CommCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) (Grant Control # 2009-015.) (Res.09-1334) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) Grant Control #2009-015) in the amount of $813,345.00(Years 1-3). Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 04-13-09: That the Police Chief be granted permission to apply for and accept the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) Grant Control #2009-015) in the amount of $813,345.00(Years 1-3). Fiscal Note: City's cost (4th Year) - $302,514.00 - To be levied and collected over the four year program.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3401 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) (Grant Control # 2009-015.) (Also refer to Public Safety & Licensing CommCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) (Grant Control # 2009-015.) (Res.09-1334) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) Grant Control #2009-015) in the amount of $813,345.00(Years 1-3). Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 04-13-09: That the Police Chief be granted permission to apply for and accept the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) Grant Control #2009-015) in the amount of $813,345.00(Years 1-3). Fiscal Note: City's cost (4th Year) - $302,514.00 - To be levied and collected over the four year program.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3402 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (Grant Control # 2009-016).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (Grant Control # 2009-016). (Res.09-1335) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $408,829.00. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 04-13-09: That the Police Chief be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $408,829.00. Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3402 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (Grant Control # 2009-016).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to apply for and accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (Grant Control # 2009-016). (Res.09-1335) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $408,829.00. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 04-13-09: That the Police Chief be granted permission to apply for and accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $408,829.00. Fiscal Note: No match is required on the part of the City.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3404 A claim of Susan Schwaab & Russell PolanskyClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Susan Schwaab and Russell Polansky for consideration. (Res.09-1333) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: The claim of Susan K. Schwaab & Russell Polansky for repair and replacement expenses for damage to personal property at 3019 Chatham Street arising from a backup in their basement in the amount of $20,000.00 be settled. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Account 101.160.5910 Judgments and Claims for the settlement.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3405 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission for the City to hire 20 youth for the Racine Summer Youth Jobs Program entitled: Remodeling Assistance Partnership Program. CDBG funds are allocated for this program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission for the City to hire 20 youth for the Racine Summer Youth Jobs Program entitled: Remodeling Assistance Partnership Program. CDBG funds are allocated for this program. (Res.09-1339) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-13-09: Permission be granted for the City to hire 20 youth for the Racine Summer Youth Jobs Program entitled: Remodeling Assistance Partnership Program. Fiscal Note: $65,230 of CDBG funds are allocated for this program.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3359 A Close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on June 28, 2009 for the 4th Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show.CommunicationSubject: Communication from David Popoff requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on June 28, 2009 for the 4th Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show. (Res.09-1349) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-14-09: The owners of The Eagle's Club and George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, on Sunday, June 28, 2009, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in conjunction with the 3rd Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show to benefit the Eagle's Charity - Lew Reed Spinal Injury Cord Fund, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D.The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event; E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way; F. The sponsor shall be responsible for all detour signage durReferred  Action details Not available
09-3365 A Request to vacate sidewalk at 3144 Windsor Drive.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District, on behalf of John & Joyce Aber, 3144 Windsor Drive, requesting to vacate the sidewalk at 3144 Windsor Drive. (Res.09-1351) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-14-09: The property owner of 3144 Windsor Drive be granted permission to remove the sidewalk west of the existing driveway in accordance with City policy. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3381 A Redline Tavern Corporation request to close North Wisconsin Street, between Hamilton and Hubbard, on July 19, 20087, for the 5th Annual "Cruz in for the Cause" benefitCommunicationSubject: Communication from Redline Tavern Corporation requesting to close North Wisconsin Street, between Hamilton and Hubbard, on July 18, 2009, for the 6th Annual "Cruz in for the Cause" benefit for the non-profit organization "SafeHaven of Racine". (Res.09-1350) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-14-09: Permission be granted to Redline Tavern Corporation, 1200 N. Wisconsin Street, to close N. Wisconsin Street from Hamilton Street to Hubbard Street, on Saturday, July 18, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., for the 6th annual “Cruz in for the Cause” benefit for Safehaven of Racine, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. F. Any tents placed on the public right-of-way shall not beReferred  Action details Not available
09-3382 A Racine Neighborhood Watch requesting use of City Hall Annex parking lot for plant sale fundraiser.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine Neighborhood Watch requesting to use the City Hall Annex parking lot for its plant sale fundraiser pickup on Saturday, May 16, 2009, from 5 a.m. until 3 p.m. (Res.09-1352) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-14-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch to use the City Hall Annex parking lot and lawn area abutting Grand Avenue on Saturday, May 16, 2009, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in conjunction with a fundraiser. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3304 A List of streets to be included in the Stimulus Program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a list of streets to be included in the Stimulus Program. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-14-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3409 A Request from Pete Karas requesting to close 500 blk or Park Avenue on April 19, 2009 for campaing event.CommunicationSubject: Request from Pete Karas requesting to close 500 block of Park Avenue on April 19, 2009 for campaign event. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-14-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3343 A Request from A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. to rent office space at the City Hall Annex in conjunction with the 6th Street reconstruction project.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a request from A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. to rent office space at the City Hall Annex in conjunction with the 6th Street reconstruction project. (Res.09-1354) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-14-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with A.W. Oakes & Sons, Inc. for 275 square feet in Room 123 of the City Hall Annex, for the time period of April 1, 2009 to the completion of the Sixth Street reconstruction project. The rental rate, per month, will be $284.85 plus telephone service. Fiscal Note: This lease will generate an estimated revenue of $2,278.80 for 2009.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3387 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber, S.C. to prepare topographic survey and to apply for a DNR permit to construct within the floodplain for replacing thCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber, S.C. to prepare topographic survey and to apply for a DNR permit to construct within the floodplain for replacing three greens and one tee at Johnson Park Golf Course. (Res.09-1345) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 04-13-09: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be authorized to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber, S.C. to prepare topographic survey and to apply for a DNR permit to construct within the floodplain for replacing three greens and one tee at Johnson Park Golf Course. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 107-000-5750, Johnson Greens & Tees.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3389 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to enter in an agreement with Lohmann Golf Designs, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for replacing three greens and one tee at Johnson Park Golf Course.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to enter in an agreement with Lohmann Golf Designs, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for replacing three greens and one tee at Johnson Park Golf Course. (Res.09-1346) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 04-13-09: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be authorized permission to enter in an agreement with Lohmann Golf Designs, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for replacing three greens and one tee at Johnson Park Golf Course. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 107.000.5750, Johnson Greens & Tees.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3403 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent recommending to award the bid for one 35,000 GVW Diesel Cab & Chassis with 30 cubic yard forestry chip box to Lakeside International Truck at their bid price of $96,765.00.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent recommending to award the bid for one 35,000 GVW Diesel Cab & Chassis with 30 cubic yard forestry chip box to Lakeside International Truck at their bid price of $96,765.00. (Res.09-1343) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 04-13-09: That the bid for one 35,000 GVW Diesel Cab & Chassis with 30 cubic yard forestry chip box be awarded to Lakeside International Truck at their bid price of $96,765.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 989-700-5010.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3342 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Laura Jocius of 3415 Southwood, requesting a 4-way stop at Southwood Dr. and Emstan Hills Rd.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Laura Jocius of 3415 Southwood, requesting a 4-way stop at Southwood Dr. and Emstan Hills Rd. Recommendation (04-20-09): Defer Recommendation (10-19-09): The request for four-way stop signs at the intersection of Southwood Drive and Emstan Hills Road be approved. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $160.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3396 A Communication from the Racine County Convention and Visitors Center, in conjunction with The Promotion Company, requesting the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4 lot/Festival Hall lot, Lakefront Lot No. 5 and the Library Public parking lot on June 7, 2009 for theCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine County Convention and Visitors Center, in conjunction with The Promotion Company, requesting the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4 lot/Festival Hall lot, Lakefront Lot No. 5 and the Library Public parking lot on June 7, 2009 for the Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour. (Res.09-1374) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 4-15-09: that the request be approved. Fiscal note: N/A Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission (04-29-09): Approve the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot, Lakefront Lot No. 5 and the Library parking lot on Sunday, June 7, 2009 for the Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour. Fiscal Note: The lease will generate $406.50 in revenue for the Parking System.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3396 A Communication from the Racine County Convention and Visitors Center, in conjunction with The Promotion Company, requesting the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4 lot/Festival Hall lot, Lakefront Lot No. 5 and the Library Public parking lot on June 7, 2009 for theCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine County Convention and Visitors Center, in conjunction with The Promotion Company, requesting the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4 lot/Festival Hall lot, Lakefront Lot No. 5 and the Library Public parking lot on June 7, 2009 for the Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour. (Res.09-1374) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 4-15-09: that the request be approved. Fiscal note: N/A Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission (04-29-09): Approve the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot, Lakefront Lot No. 5 and the Library parking lot on Sunday, June 7, 2009 for the Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour. Fiscal Note: The lease will generate $406.50 in revenue for the Parking System.Referred  Action details Not available
09-3366 A Communication from Tc3Telecom.neT requesting to expand wireless coverage from North Beach, Reef Point Harbor area, the Root River in the area of Pugh's Marina, the area around Festival Hall, through Pershing Park to Samuel Myers Park.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Tc3Telecom.neT requesting to expand wireless coverage from North Beach, Reef Point Harbor area, the Root River in the area of Pugh's Marina, the area around Festival Hall, through Pershing Park to Samuel Myers Park. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-9-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-30-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3366 A Communication from Tc3Telecom.neT requesting to expand wireless coverage from North Beach, Reef Point Harbor area, the Root River in the area of Pugh's Marina, the area around Festival Hall, through Pershing Park to Samuel Myers Park.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Tc3Telecom.neT requesting to expand wireless coverage from North Beach, Reef Point Harbor area, the Root River in the area of Pugh's Marina, the area around Festival Hall, through Pershing Park to Samuel Myers Park. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-9-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-30-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3392 A Communication from the Relay Director of the Madison-Chicago 200 Relay requesting the use of the parking lots at North Beach Park from 3:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on June 13, 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Relay Director of the Madison-Chicago 200 Relay requesting the use of the parking lots at North Beach Park from 3:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on June 13, 2009. (Res.09-1365) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 4-15-09: that the request be approved. Fiscal note: $150.00 revenue to the CityReferred  Action details Not available
09-3398 A Communication from Mayor Thomas Friedel requesting a meeting with the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to discuss golf course surchage fees/expenditures.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Thomas Friedel requesting a meeting with the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to discuss golf course surchage fees/expenditures. (Res.09-1361) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 4-15-09: That the request be approved. Fiscal note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3167 A claim of Kathryn PumaClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Kathryn Puma for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-23-09: The claim of Kathryn Puma, 5142 Norman Street, requesting a reimbursement of $264.23 for damages to her vehicle when her vehicle allegedly drove over a pot hole on North Green Bay Road on 12-25-08 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3169 A claim of Glenda GordonClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Glenda Gordon for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-23-09: The claim of Glenda Gordon, 2012 Howe Street, requesting a reimbursement of $857.20 for damage to her fence along the alleyway allegedly caused by the force of snow being pushed by a City snowplow on 12-24-08 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3170 A claim of Travelers Insurance (D. Lopiccolo)ClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Travelers Insurance (D. Lopiccolo) for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-23-09: The claim of Travelers Insurance Group, d/b/a/ The Charter Oak Fire Insurance Company, requesting a reimbursement of $789.57 for damages to their insured's, Dominic Lopiccolo, vehicle when allegedly the vehicle was struck by a falling traffic control sign at the intersection of Ohio and Washington Ave on 10-10-08 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3293 A claim of Triangle Truck Center, Inc.ClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Triangle Truck Center, Inc. for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-23-09: The claim of Triangle Truck Center, Inc. requesting $110.55 reimbursement for labor and expenses arising from the misidentification of vehicle ownership through the State of Wisconsin DMV for several outstanding parking citations be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3311 A claim of Michelle GilbertsonClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Michelle Gilbertson for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-23-09: The claim of Michelle Gilbertson, 700 Goold Street lower, requesting a reimbursement of $3,699.18 for repairs to her vehicle which was allegedly sideswiped while her vehicle was parked in the 700 block of Goold Street on February 21, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3326 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from Youth As Resources (City Grant Control #2009-009) for the Girl Power Program.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from Youth as Resources (City Grant Control #2009-009) for the Girl Power Program. (Res.09-1300) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-23-09: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services apply for and accept the Youth as Resources grant (City Grant Control #2009-009) to be utilized for the Girl Power Program. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3328 A Demolition and holding costs 1130 Washington AveCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting an increase in funding for the demolition and holding costs for 1130 Washington Avenue. (Res.09-1301) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-23-09: An additional $25,000 be provided for the demolition and holding costs for 1130 Washington Ave. from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Fund 919.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3259 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 22-08 (K8-026), 2008 City ResurfacingCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 22-08 (K8-026), 2008 City Resurfacing, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor. (Res.09-1323) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 22-08 (K8-026), 2008 City Resurfacing, A. W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, be approved in the deduct amount of $118,361.25. Further recommends that the funding accounts be reduced by the following amounts: $ 89,733.46 - Account 988.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 3,340.26 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Water $ 25,287.53 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer $118,361.25 Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 2 will result in a decrease in contract price.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3291 A Icing problem at 1442 Superior Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman of 4th District, on behalf of Ken Taylor, 1442 Superior Street, regarding an icing problem by his driveway. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3309 A Elite Food Market, 2703 Washington Avenue, requesting permission to place a sign over public right--of-way.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Elite Food Market, 2703 Washington Avenue, requesting permission to place a sign over public right--of-way. (Res.09-1310) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: The property owner of 2703 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3315 A Apostolic Church Ministries, 933 LaSalle Street, request to close the 900 block of LaSalle Street on Sunday, June 21, 2009, for a special event.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Apostolic Church Ministries, 933 LaSalle Street, requesting to close the 900 block of LaSalle Street on Sunday, June 21, 2009, for a special event. (Res.09-1311) Recommendation of Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: The Apostolic Church Ministries be granted permission to close LaSalle Street, between State Street and Prospect Street, on Sunday, June 14, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for a church event. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. FISCAL NOTE: TheApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3330 A Request to stencil the storm drains surrounding the school.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Catherine Collins, Gilmore Middle School, requesting permission to stencil the storm drains surrounding the school. (Res.09-1309) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That permission be granted to Gilmore Middle School to stencil the pavement adjacent to catch basins surrounding the school which shall read "Dump No Waste, Drains to Lake" with the following stipulations: A. Stenciling must be done using white traffic paint only. B. Students must wear orange safety vests at all times within the street right-of-way while performing this work. C. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed between Racine Unified School District and the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3336 A Pete Henkes, Lighthouse Run Meet Director, requesting to use city right-of-way and Monument Square on June 20, 2009 for the 31st Annual Lighthouse Run.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Pete Henkes, Lighthouse Run Meet Director, requesting to use city right-of-way and Monument Square on June 20, 2009 for the 31st Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res.09-1312) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain city streets for the period of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2009, and to close the following streets: Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic) Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:4Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3338 A James Bittner, 1931 Saturn Avenue, requesting to change city ordinance to require abutting property owners to clear public crosswalks.CommunicationSubject: Communication from James Bittner, 1931 Saturn Avenue, requesting to change city ordinance to require abutting property owners to clear public crosswalks. (Ord.08-09) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That Ordinance Section 82-109, Snow Removal, be amended to require the abutting property owners to clear the crosswalks of windrows of snow within 48 hours after the cessation of snow fall. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section, the Commissioner of Public Works shall proceed as provided in subsection (E) of 82-109. Further recommends that the City Attorney's office be authorized and directed to submit the necessary amendments of the current city ordinance to the Common Council as required. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3344 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 16-09 (K9-016), PS - Design for North Horlick Drive BridgeCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 16-09 (K9-016), PS - Design for North Horlick Drive Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc. (Res.09-1322) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 16-09 (K9-016), Professional Services - Design for North Horlick Drive Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $1,400.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.063.5810, Lift Bridge Underwater Inspection. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3349 A Agreement for professional services from AECOM for Construction Related ServicesCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting an agreement for professional services from AECOM for Construction Related Services for Basin 17 & 18 Sewer Improvements. (Res.09-1320) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Services for Sanitary Sewer Lining in Basins RR17 and RR18, AECOM Technical Services, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $35,480.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $23,680.00 - Account 287.989.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Misc. Loc. $11,800.00 - Account 104.989.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $35,480.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3353 A Contamination within the City right-of-wayCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Axis Engineering, informing the City of Racine of contamination within the City right-of-way at 1158 Washington Avenue. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: The communication be received and filed. Further recommend that the information regarding the contamination within the street right-of-way be placed in the City's Geographical Information System. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3354 A Bid results on Contract 10-09 (K9-01), 2009 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I. (Res.09-1314) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I, be awarded to AZAR LLC,, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $156,065.80, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $152,995.80 - Account 906.000.5520, Sidewalk Replacement $ 320.00 - Account 989.908.5530, Crosswalk Ramps $ 2,750.00 - Account 988.908.5220, Replacement Curb & Gutter $156,065.80 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3355 A Bid results on Contract 23-09 (K9-024), Basin 17 and 18 Sewer Improvements.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 23-09 (K9-024), Basin 17 and 18 Sewer Improvements. (Res.09-1316) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That Contract 23-09 (K9-024), Basin 17 and 18 Sewer Improvements, be awarded to Woodland Hills Landscape Contractors, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $255,898.11, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $179,780.31 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Var. Loc. $ 76,117.80 - Account 104.989.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc. $255,898.11 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3368 A Application and Design Services for American Recovery & Reinvestment Act Stimulus ProjectCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a proposal from Nielsen Madsen & Barber for Professional Services for Application and Design Services for American Recovery & Reinvestment Act Stimulus Project sponsored by the Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation. (Res.09-1321) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to provide Wisconsin Department of Transportation Economic Recovery Stage 2 applications, survey work and design services, at the not-to-exceed amount of $191,700.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $183,200.00 - Account 940.000.5810, Survey & Design $ 8,500.00 - Account 101.130.5610, Professional Services $191,700.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3371 A AECOM to present preliminary streetscape plans at the Public Officials MeetingCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering on behalf of AECOM to present preliminary streetscape plans at the Public Officials Meeting for 7th Street from Marquette Street to Main Street, State ID: 2440-07-00. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3372 A Bid results on Contract 9-09 (K9-009), 2009 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 9-09 (K9-009), 2009 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1). (Res.09-1313) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That Contract 09-09 (K9-009), 2009 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), be awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $1,632,410.53, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 26,200.00 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Var. Loc. $ 118,099.00 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc. $ 492.70 - Account 988.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements $ 86,570.20 - Account 989.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements $1,017,902.68 - Account 989.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Loc. $ 161,000.00 - Account 989.908.5100, LRIP $ 222,145.95 - Account 988.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Loc. $1,632,410.53 - Total Fiscal NoApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3373 A Bid results on Contract 19-09 (K9-020), 2009 CCTV Service and Manhole Inspection.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 19-09 (K9-020), 2009 CCTV Service and Manhole Inspection. (Res.09-1315) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That Contract 19-09 (K9-020), 2009 CCTV Service and Manhole Inspection, be awarded to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, Green Bay, WI, at their bid price of $317,235.58, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $120,041.68 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Var. Loc. $197,193.90 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc. $317,235.58 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3374 A Velocitie proposal for the implementation of the Cityworks work order management system and customer services request system for the Department of Public Works.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the proposal of Velocitie for the implementation of the Cityworks work order management system and customer services request system for the Department of Public Works. (Res.09-1317) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That the Director of Management Information Systems be authorized and directed to implement the purchase of Cityworks software from Azteca Systems, Inc. at a cost of $46,000.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this purchase is available in Account 403.989.5020, DPW Customer Service Software. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3375 A Update the Racine Geographical Information System.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting that the Racine Geographical Information System software be updated. (Res.09-1318) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That the Director of Management Information Systems be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps to upgrade the City's GIS software from ESRI ArcGIS Server Standard to Advanced at a cost of $20,000.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this upgrade is available in Account 403.989.5020, DPW Customer Service Software. Fiscal Note: This upgrade is purchased through the State of Wisconsin Municipal Purchasing Plan.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3376 A Request to purchase Cityworks software for the purpose of work order and customer service software solution for the City of Racine.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting that Cityworks software be purchased for the purpose of a work order and customer service software solution for the City of Racine. (Res.09-1319) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-31-09: That the mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Velocitie Integration, Inc., Green Bay, WI, for modifications to the Cityworks software to fit the operational needs of the Department of Public Works, at the lump sum cost of $57,800.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 403.989.5020, DPW Customer Service Software. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3260 A (New) Application of Mead Street Foods, Patricia Morones, Agent for Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage licenseCommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Mead Street Foods, Patricia Morones, Agent for Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage license for 1801 Mead Street (2nd District). Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-09-09: That the item be deferred so the applicants can take the necessary steps to apply for whatever zoning permits are required. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-23-09: That the item failed for lack of a majority and automatically be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3284 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent recommending to award the bid for one (1) 4 x 4 Utility Work Machine with Sand and Salt Spreader and Snow Plow to Hwy. C Service, Inc. at their bid price of $40,279.00.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent recommending to award the bid for one (1) 4 x 4 Utility Work Machine with Sand and Salt Spreader and Snow Plow to Hwy. C Service, Inc. at their bid price of $40,279.00. (Res.09-1304) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-09-09: That the item be deferred at the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-23-09: To award the bid for one (1) 4 x 4 Utility Work Machine with Sand and Salt Spreader and Snow Plow to Hwy. C Service, Inc. at their bid price of $40,279.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available from account 101.700.5780 Licensed Vehicles.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3327 A Request that Mayor and City Clerk be Authorized to Sign Clinical Affiliation AgreementCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Clinical Affiliation Agreement between the Racine Fire Department and the Caledonia Fire Department. (Res.09-1302) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-23-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a precept paramedic training agreement with the Caledonia Fire Department and the City of Racine Fire Department. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-23-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a precept paramedic training agreement with the Caledonia Fire Department and the City of Racine Fire Department. Fiscal Note: The Racine Fire Department will receive a preceptive fee from the Caledonia Fire Department.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3318 A Ordinance No. 6-09 To repeal and recreate Sec. 6-97 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Retail "Class A" intoxicating liquor licenses.CommunicationSubject: Ordinance No. 6-09 To repeal and recreate Sec. 6-97 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Retail "Class A" intoxicating liquor licenses. RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY & LICENSING COMMITTEE ON 3-9-09: That the item be deferred for two weeks to gather more information related to: various radius' 2000', 1000' or 500'; geographic restrictions and other geographical concerns. RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY & LICENSING COMMITTEE ON 3-23-09 That the Ordinance No. 6-09 be brought back to the April 13, 2009 Public Licensing and Safety meeting and that a Public Hearing be scheduled prior to the Common Council Meeting on April 20th, 2009. RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY & LICENSING COMMITTEE ON 4-13-09: That ordinance 06-09 be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3331 A Direct Referral: Bids for Contract 20-09 (K9-021) Washington Park Golf Course Storm Water Lift StationCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral: Bids for Contract 20-09 (K9-021) Washington Park Golf Course Storm Water Lift Station. (Res.09-1303) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-23-09 That the bid for Contract 20-09 (K9-021) Washington Park Golf Course Storm Water Lift Station be awarded to Wanasak Corporation as the lowest responsible bidder for 102,600.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available from account 107.000.5750 Land Improvements.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3339 A (Direct Referral) Communication from Curtis Garner wishing to discuss the use of the Transit Center on Sunday, March 29, 2009 by the non-profit group Communities for Change.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Curtis Garner wishing to discuss the use of the Transit Center on Sunday, March 29, 2009 by the non-profit group Communities for Change. (Res.09-1307) Recommendation: Approve the use of the Transit Center on Sunday, March 29, 2009 by the non-profit group Communities for Change with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost for this event.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3351 A Communication from Wisconsin Electric Power Company requesting an easement at Uptown Lot No. 4 - 1529 Maiden Lane.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Wisconsin Electric Power Company requesting an easement at Uptown Lot No. 4 - 1529 Maiden Lane. (Res.09-1305) Recommendation: Approve WE Energies request for an easement at Uptown Lot No. 4 - 1529 Maiden Lane with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. WE Energies be charged a $50.00 fee to cover costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds Office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City in granting this easement.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3352 A (Direct Referral) Communication from USPS wishing to terminate their parking lease at Lakefront Lot No. 5 (20 spaces) and amend their parking lease at McMynn Ramp to rent an additional 13 spaces.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from USPS wishing to terminate their parking lease at Lakefront Lot No. 5 (20 spaces) and amend their parking lease at McMynn Ramp to rent an additional 13 spaces (15 spaces total). (Res.09-1306) Recommendation: Approve USPS's termination of their parking lease at Lakefront Lot No. 5. Further recommend to amend their parking lease at McMynn Ramp to rent an additional 13 spaces. Fiscal Note: The amended lease will provide $6,708 annually for the Parking System.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-2166 A Partial vacation of the 700 block of Racine Street.CommunicationSubject: Partial vacation of the 700 block of Racine Street. Also refer to the City Plan Commission. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee: The communication be received and filed. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-25-09: That the item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1372 A ZOrd.0005-07 rezoning 11th Street & Lake AvenueCommunicationSubject: ZOrd.0005-07 is to rezone properties in the 11th Street and Lake Avenue Area. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 10-31-07: That the ZOrd.0005-07 be deferred. Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 11-14-07: That the ZOrd.0005-07 be deferred. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-25-09: That the item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1430 A Redevelopment of 3102 Washington AvenueCommunicationSubject: Request to discuss the redevelopment of 3102 Washington Avenue, Ralph Pierce Park. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 12-12-07: that the request be deferred. Fiscal note: To be determined. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 1-14-09: that the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-25-09: That the item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3357 A Rezoning 3333 Douglas AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a request from Amad Otallah seeking a rezoning of property at 3333 Douglas Avenue from B-1 Neighborhood Convenience District to B-2 Community Shopping District to facilitate an application for an establishment engaged in the buying and selling of jewelry and electronics; and a rezoning of 3343 Douglas Avenue. (ZOrd.1-09) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-25-09: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3205 A PNL Local Option for Summer Youth Employment ProgramCommunicationSubject: Request of Project New Life for Local Option funding for a summer youth employment program. (Res.09-1325) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 4-2-09: That up to $30,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to Project New Life for the Racine Summer Youth Internship Program. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3300 A United Way LOFCommunicationSubject: Request by United Way of Racine for Local Option funds for the Advancing Family Assets (AFA) program. (Res.09-1326) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 4-2-09: That up to $19,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to United Way of Racine County for the Advancing Family Assets initiative. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3332 A LOF Project New Life - Six FlagsCommunicationSubject: Request from Project New Life for Local Option Funding to provide transportation for Racine employees working at Six Flags Great America. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 4-2-09: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3341 A PRCS Local Option FundingCommunicationSubject: Request from the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department to apply for Local Option Funding to establish a youth jobs training initiative with Six Flags Great America. (Res.09-1327) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 4-2-09: That up to $28,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department to provide transportation and jobs skills services. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3345 A 2009 HOME Grant fundsCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Allocation of 2009 HOME Housing Investment Partnership Grant funds. (Res.09-1324) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 4-2-09: That the 2009 HOME Housing Investment Partnership grant funds and additional project proceeds be allocated as shown on the attached table. Further, that the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to execute and submit all necessary documents on the City's behalf to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to secure the City's 2009 HOME funds. Further, that the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to execute third-party agreements with agencies approved for use of the grant funds and project proceeds. Fiscal Note: A 2009 HOME grant of $575,000 is anticipated. There are sufficient proceeds for other projects not covered by the 2009 grant.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3377 A River Alliance LOF requestCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of River Alliance of Wisconsin for local option funds for the implementation of the Root River Revitalization Plan. (Res.09-1328) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 4-2-09: That up to $15,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the River Alliance of Wisconsin to develop an implementation policy for the recommendations presented in the Back to the Root waterfront redevelopment plan. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
08-2241 A Communication from Alderman of the 15th District wishing to discuss that communications be sent to one committee instead of multiple committees.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman of the 15th District wishing to discuss that communications be sent to one committee instead of multiple committees. Recommendation of the Committe of the Whole on 12-02-2008: the Item be deferred. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 03-17-2009: that the following changes be made to the procedure for the consideration and approval of grants on file in the Office of the City Administrator: 1. The Mayor may authorize staff to apply for grants directly if the grant does not require a hard match on the part of the City and if the timeframe does not allow for it to come before the appropriate committee in a timely manner. 2. The Finance Department and the Grant Facilitator will review all grants and set up a tracking and reporting mechanism. 3. Staff must appear before the appropriate committee to seek permission to accept the grant. In the event that the Mayor authorized the application, the committee reserves the right to deny. 4. If there is enough time to apply for the grants, staff must appear before the appropriate comApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3369 A Communication from Mayor Thomas Friedel nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Thomas Friedel nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Board of Building Appeals: Appoint Mark Celeste, 3333 Erie Street, to fill a vacant position ending August 1, 2009. Civic Centre Commission: Appoint David Blank, 14015 Washington Avenue, to fill a position ending May 1, 2011. Appoint Sara Nicholson, 1534 College Avenue, to fill a vacant position ending May 5, 2011. Police and Fire Commission: Reappoint Charles W. Johnson, 3801 Lighthouse Dr., for a five year term ending April 1, 2014. Cemetery Board: Reappoint Ald. Sandy Weidner, for a one year term ending May 1, 2010. Stationary Engineers Examining Board: Reappoint David Desotell, 5635 Erie Street, for a three year term ending April 1, 2012. Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services: Reappoint Ald. Aron Wisneski, for a one year term ending April 1, 2010. Reappoint Supervisor Gaynell Dyess, for a one year term ending April 1, 2010. Reappoint Ald. Terrence McCarthy, for a one year term ending AprApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1300 A Director of Parks granted permission to apply and accept Youth as Resources GrantResolutionDirector of Parks granted permission to apply and accept Youth as Resources Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for and accept the Youth as Resources Grant (City Grant Control #2009-009) to be utilized for the Girl Power Program. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1301 A Funding be increased for demolition and holding costs for 1130 Washington AvenueResolutionFunding be increased for demolition and holding costs for 1130 Washington Avenue Resolved, that an additional $25,000 be provided for the demolition and holding costs for 1130 Washington Avenue from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in Fund 919.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1302 A Permission to enter into Clinical Affiliation Agreement and Mayor and City Clerk execute the agreementResolutionPermission to enter into Clinical Affiliation Agreement and Mayor and City Clerk execute the agreement Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a precept paramedic training agreement with the Caledonia Fire Department and the City of Racine Fire Department. Fiscal Note: The Racine Fire Department will receive a preceptive fee from the Caledonia Fire Department.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1303 A Contract 20-09 (K9-021), Washington Park Golf Course Storm Water Lift Station, be awarded to Wanasek CorporationResolutionContract 20-09 (K9-021), Washington Park Golf Course Storm Water Lift Station, be awarded to Wanasek Corporation Resolved, that the bid for Contract 20-09 (K9-021), Washington Park Golf Course Storm Water Lift Station, be awarded to Wanasek Corporation as the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $102,600.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available from account 107.000.5750, Golf Course Land Improvements, Washington Lift Station.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1304 A Bid for Utility Work Machine with Sand, Salt Spreader and Snow Plow be awarded to Hwy. C ServiceResolutionBid for Utility Work Machine with Sand, Salt Spreader and Snow Plow be awarded to Hwy. C Service Resolved, that the bid for one (1) 4 x 4 Utility Work Machine with Sand and Salt Spreader and Snow Plow be awarded to Hwy. C Service, Inc. at their bid price of $40,279.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available from Account 101.700.5780, Licensed Vehicles.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1305 A Easement granted to WE Energies at Uptown Lot No. 4 - 1529 Maiden LaneResolutionEasement granted to WE Energies at Uptown Lot No. 4 - 1529 Maiden Lane Resolved, that WE Energies be granted an easement at Uptown Lot No. 4 - 1529 Maiden Lane with the following stipulations: A. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed. B. WE Energies be charged a $50.00 fee to cover costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds Office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City in granting this easement.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1306 A Termination of Parking Lease at Lakefront Lot No. 5 and amend Parking Lease at McMynn Ramp for United States Postal ServiceResolutionTermination of Parking Lease at Lakefront Lot No. 5 and amend Parking Lease at McMynn Ramp for United States Postal Service Resolved, that the Lease Agreement with United States Postal Service (USPS) for 20 parking spaces at Lakefront Lot No. 5 be terminated effective March 31, 2009. Further resolved, that the current parking lease with United States Postal Service (USPS) at McMynn Parking Ramp be amended to rent an additional 13 spaces for a total of 15 parking spaces effective April 1, 2009 at the annual rate of $6,708. Fiscal Note: The amended lease will provide $6,708 annually for the Parking System.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1307 A Permission for Communities for Change to use Transit Center contingent upon execution of a Hold Harmless AgreementResolutionPermission for Communities for Change to use Transit Center contingent upon execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement Resolved, that the use of the Transit Center on Sunday, March 29, 2009 by the non-profit group Communities for Change be approved with the following stipulation: A. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost for this event.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1308 A Preliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and DamagesResolutionPreliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and Damages RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin: 1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s): All property fronting upon both sides: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Virginia Street from 440’ north of Ridgeway Avenue to Thomas Street SEWER AND WATER Melvin Avenue from Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard 2. Said public improvement shall consist of PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING AND SEWER AND WATER. 3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements. 4. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten (10) annual installments. 5. The Commissioner ofAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1309 A Permission granted to Gilmore Middle School to stencil pavement adjacent to catch basins contingent upon signing Hold Harmless AgreementResolutionPermission granted to Gilmore Middle School to stencil pavement adjacent to catch basins contingent upon signing Hold Harmless Agreement Resolved, that permission be granted to Gilmore Middle School to stencil the pavement adjacent to catch basins surrounding the school which shall read "Dump No Waste, Drains to Lake" with the following stipulations: A. Stenciling must be done using white traffic paint only. B. Students must wear orange safety vests at all times within the street right-of-way while performing this work. C. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed between Racine Unified School District and the City of Racine. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1310 A Property Owner of 2703 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install stationary sign contingent upon signing Hold Harmless AgreemenResolutionProperty Owner of 2703 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install stationary sign contingent upon signing Hold Harmless Agreement Resolved, that the property owner of 2703 Washington Avenue be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with Wis. Stat. sec. 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further resolved, that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1311 A Permission granted to Apostolic Church Ministries to hold church event contingent upon signing Hold Harmless AgreementResolutionPermission granted to Apostolic Church Ministries to hold church event contingent upon signing Hold Harmless Agreement Resolved, that the Apostolic Church Ministries be granted permission to close LaSalle Street, between State Street and Prospect Street, on Sunday, June 14, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for a church event. Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. Proof of liability insurance 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 fee. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1312 A Permission for Lighthouse Run to close certain streets for annual Lighthouse Run Event contingent on signing Hold Harmless AgreementResolutionPermission for Lighthouse Run to close certain streets for annual Lighthouse Run Event contingent on signing Hold Harmless Agreement Resolved, that permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain city streets for the period of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2009, and to close the following streets: Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic) Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2009 to satisfy the needs of this run. Further resolved, that this permissioAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1313 A Contract for 2009 Concrete Street Reconstruction be awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc.ResolutionContract for 2009 Concrete Street Reconstruction be awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc. Resolved, that Contract 09-09 (K9-009), 2009 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), be awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at its bid price of $1,632,410.53, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 26,200.00 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Var. Loc. $ 118,099.00 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc. $ 492.70 - Account 988.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements $ 86,570.20 - Account 989.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements $1,017,902.68 - Account 989.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Loc. $ 161,000.00 - Account 989.908.5100, LRIP $ 222,145.95 - Account 988.908.5020, Conc. Pvmt. Repl. Misc. Loc. $1,632,410.53 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1314 A Contract for 2009 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I, be awarded to AZAR LLCResolutionContract for 2009 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I, be awarded to AZAR LLC Resolved, that Contract 10-09 (K9-010), 2009 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I, be awarded to AZAR LLC,, Racine, WI, at its bid price of $156,065.80, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $152,995.80 - Account 906.000.5520, Sidewalk Replacement $ 320.00 - Account 989.908.5530, Crosswalk Ramps $ 2,750.00 - Account 988.908.5220, Replacement Curb & Gutter $156,065.80 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1315 A Contract for 2009 CCTV Service and Manhole Inspection be awarded to Green Bay Pipe & TV LLCResolutionContract for 2009 CCTV Service and Manhole Inspection be awarded to Green Bay Pipe & TV LLC Resolved, that Contract 19-09 (K9-020), 2009 CCTV Service and Manhole Inspection, be awarded to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, Green Bay, WI, at its bid price of $317,235.58, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $120,041.68 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Var. Loc. $197,193.90 - Account 104.900.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc. $317,235.58 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1316 A Contract for Basin 17 and 18 Sewer Improvements be awarded to Woodland Hills Landscape ContractorsResolutionContract for Basin 17 and 18 Sewer Improvements be awarded to Woodland Hills Landscape Contractors Resolved, that Contract 23-09 (K9-024), Basin 17 and 18 Sewer Improvements, be awarded to Woodland Hills Landscape Contractors, Racine, WI, at its bid price of $255,898.11, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $179,780.31 - Account 287.988.5310, Sanitary Sewer-Var. Loc. $ 76,117.80 - Account 104.989.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc. $255,898.11 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1317 A Director of Management Information Systems be authorized to purchase Cityworks software from Azteca Systems, Inc.ResolutionDirector of Management Information Systems be authorized to purchase Cityworks software from Azteca Systems, Inc. Resolved, that the Director of Management Information Systems be authorized and directed to implement the purchase of Cityworks software from Azteca Systems, Inc. at a cost of $46,000.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this purchase is available in Account 403.989.5020, DPW Customer Service Software. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1318 A Director of Management Information Systems be authorized to upgrade City's GIS softwareResolutionDirector of Management Information Systems be authorized to upgrade City's GIS software Resolved, that the Director of Management Information Systems be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps to upgrade the City's GIS software from ESRI ArcGIS Server Standard to Advanced at a cost of $20,000.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this upgrade is available in Account 403.989.5020, DPW Customer Service Software. Fiscal Note: This upgrade is purchased through the State of Wisconsin Municipal Purchasing Plan.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1319 A Mayor and City Clerk enter into a professional services agreement with Velocitie Integration for modifications to Cityworks softwareResolutionMayor and City Clerk enter into a professional services agreement with Velocitie Integration for modifications to Cityworks software Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Velocitie Integration, Inc., Green Bay, WI, for modifications to the Cityworks software to fit the operational needs of the Department of Public Works, at the lump sum cost of $57,800.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 403.989.5020, DPW Customer Service Software. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1320 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services, AECOM, Sanitary Sewer LiningResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services, AECOM, Sanitary Sewer Lining Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 57-08 (K8-067), Professional Services - Construction Management Services for Sanitary Sewer Lining in Basins RR17 and RR18, AECOM Technical Services, consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $35,480.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $23,680.00 - Account 287.989.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Misc. Loc. $11,800.00 - Account 104.989.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $35,480.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1321 A Mayor and City Clerk enter into professional services agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to provide Wisconsin DOT Economic Recovery Stage 2 ApplicationsResolutionMayor and City Clerk enter into professional services agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to provide Wisconsin DOT Economic Recovery Stage 2 Applications Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber to provide Wisconsin Department of Transportation Economic Recovery Stage 2 applications, survey work and design services, at the not-to-exceed amount of $191,700.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $183,200.00 - Account 940.000.5810, Survey & Design $ 8,500.00 - Account 101.130.5610, Professional Services $191,700.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1322 A Approve Amendment No. 1 to contract for professional services Design for North Horlick Drive Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc.ResolutionApprove Amendment No. 1 to contract for professional services Design for North Horlick Drive Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc. Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 16-09 (K9-016), Professional Services - Design for North Horlick Drive Bridge, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $1,400.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.063.5810, Lift Bridge Underwater Inspection. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1323 A Approve Change Order No. 2 on contract for 2008 City Resurfacing, A. W. Oakes & Son, Inc.ResolutionApprove Change Order No. 2 on contract for 2008 City Resurfacing, A. W. Oakes & Son, Inc. Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 22-08 (K8-026), 2008 City Resurfacing, A. W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, be approved in the deduct amount of $118,361.25. Further resolved, that the funding accounts be reduced by the following amounts: $ 89,733.46 - Account 988.908.5130, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 3,340.26 - Account 104.987.5420, Storm Water $ 25,287.53 - Account 987.907.5310, Sanitary Sewer $118,361.25 Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 2 will result in a decrease in contract price.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1324 A Allocation of 2009 HOME Housing Investment Partnership Grant Funds be approvedResolutionAllocation of 2009 HOME Housing Investment Partnership Grant Funds be approved Resolved, that the 2009 HOME Housing Investment Partnership grant funds and additional project proceeds be allocated as shown on the table as an attachment to this resolution. Further resolved, that the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to execute and submit all necessary documents on the City's behalf to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to secure the City's 2009 HOME funds. Further resolved, that the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to execute third-party agreements with agencies approved for use of the grant funds and project proceeds. Fiscal Note: A 2009 HOME grant of $575,000 is anticipated. There are sufficient proceeds for other projects not covered by the 2009 grant.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1325 A Local Option funding for summer youth employment program Project New Life be approvedResolutionLocal Option funding for summer youth employment program Project New Life be approved Resolved, that up to $30,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to Project New Life for the Racine Summer Youth Internship Program. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1326 A Local Option Funds be allocated to United Way of Racine County for Advancing Family Assets (AFA) ProgramResolutionLocal Option Funds be allocated to United Way of Racine County for Advancing Family Assets (AFA) Program Resolved, that up to $19,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to United Way of Racine County for the Advancing Family Assets initiative. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1327 A Local Option Funds be allocated to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department to provide transportation and jobs skills servicesResolutionLocal Option Funds be allocated to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department to provide transportation and jobs skills services Resolved, that up to $28,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department to provide transportation and jobs skills services. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1328 A Local Option Funds be allocated to River Alliance of Wisconsin for implementation of Root River Revitalization PlanResolutionLocal Option Funds be allocated to River Alliance of Wisconsin for implementation of Root River Revitalization Plan Resolved, that up to $15,000 be allocated from the Local Option Fund to the River Alliance of Wisconsin to develop an implementation policy for the recommendations presented in the Back to the Root Waterfront Redevelopment Plan. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Local Option Fund for this request.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1329 A Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits & DamagesResolutionFinal - Ten (10) Year Benefits & Damages WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 31st day of March, 2009, for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Summit Avenue from Layard Avenue to the dead end. St. Patrick Street from Summit Avenue to the dead end. Harmony Drive from Douglas Avenue to +/-184’ east of Douglas Avenue. Fourth Avenue from South Street to Shoreland Drive. Alley - Ehlert Street/Glen Street; Luedtke Avenue/Root River E-W. Alley - Ehlert Street/Glen Street; Luedtke Avenue/Root River N-S. Alley - Prospect Street/Harriet Street; Booker Street/State Street. SEWER AND WATER LATERALS Harmony Drive from Douglas Avenue to +/-184’ east of Douglas Avenue Fourth Avenue from South Street to Shoreland Drive SANITARY SEWER HarmReferred  Action details Not available
ZOrd.1-09 A ZOrd. 01-09 An Ordinance rezoning 3333 and 3343 Douglas Avenue.Zoning OrdinanceZOrd. 01-09 An Ordinance rezoning 3333 and 3343 Douglas Avenue. To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: That the property located at 3333 Douglas Avenue and more particularly described as follows: “Block 23 of the North Racine Subdivision ( SE ¼ of Sec. 32, T.4 N., R. 23 E, Caledonia), Lots 26, 27, and 28, except portions reserved for public right-of-way purposes. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin” Be rezoned from “B-1” Neighborhood Convenience District, to “B-2” Community Shopping District, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance. Part 2: That the property located at 3343 Douglas Avenue and more particularly described as follows: “Block 23 of the North Racine Subdivision ( SE ¼ of Sec. 32, T.4 N., R. 23 E, Caledonia), Lots 29 and 30, except portions reserved for public right-of-way purposes. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin” Be rezoned froReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.08-09 A Ordinance No. 8-09 To amend Sec. 82-109 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Sidewalks - Snow Removal.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 8-09 To amend Sec. 82-109 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Sidewalks - Snow Removal. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 82-109 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following paragraph after "(a)": "The abutting property owners be required to clear the crosswalks of any windrows of snow within 48 hours after the cessation of snow fall. In the event of failure to comply with the requirements of this section, the Commissioner of Public Works shall proceed as provided in subsection (e) of sec. 82-109." Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: __________________________ Approved: ______________ __________________________ Mayor Attest: __________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-3416 A SPRING ELECTION/PRIMARY MAYORAL RESULTSCommunicationSubject: SPRING ELECTION/PRIMARY MAYORAL RESULTS- (SEE ATTACHMENT)   Action details Not available