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Ord.25-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 25-06 to amend Sec. 114-1(b)(2) and Sec. 114-468 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Conditional Uses. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 25-06 to amend Sec. 114-1(b)(2) and Sec. 114-468 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Conditional Uses.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-06
To amend Sec. 114-1(b)(2) and Sec. 114-468 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Conditional Uses.
Legislative Intent:
The City of Racine is experiencing a proliferation of convenient-cash businesses making non-traditional, short term consumer loans. Such businesses tailor their services to make them attractive to persons experiencing unfavorable economic circumstances, often aggravating those circumstances. Additionally, it has been found that through their business practices, convenient-cash businesses are susceptible to attracting criminals seeking to commit robberies. Finally, when clustered in an area or strung out along an arterial street, such locational concentration creates an unwarranted negative impression regarding the economic vitality of a commercial district and the community at large. Based on their proliferation, their susceptibility to | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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06-2154
| A | | Request to Accept $1,000 from RMECU | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept a $1,000 donation from the Racine Municipal Employees Credit Union to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 07/10/06: That the Fire Chief be granted permission to accept $1,000 donation from the Racine Municipal Employees Credit Union to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The Fire Chief be granted permission to accept $1,000 donation from the Racine Municipal Employees Credit Union to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2154
| A | | Request to Accept $1,000 from RMECU | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept a $1,000 donation from the Racine Municipal Employees Credit Union to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 07/10/06: That the Fire Chief be granted permission to accept $1,000 donation from the Racine Municipal Employees Credit Union to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The Fire Chief be granted permission to accept $1,000 donation from the Racine Municipal Employees Credit Union to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2168
| A | | WI Coastal Managment Program - to accept | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding with the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program in the amount of $21,940 to be utilized for testing technology.
Please refer to the Board of Health.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $21,940 agreement with the Wisconsin Costal Management Program (Grant Control No. 2005-042) to be utilized for testing technology.
Fiscal Note: 50% in-kind soft match required on the part of the city. | Referred | |
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06-2168
| A | | WI Coastal Managment Program - to accept | Communication | Subject: The Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding with the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program in the amount of $21,940 to be utilized for testing technology.
Please refer to the Board of Health.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $21,940 agreement with the Wisconsin Costal Management Program (Grant Control No. 2005-042) to be utilized for testing technology.
Fiscal Note: 50% in-kind soft match required on the part of the city. | Referred | |
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06-2183
| A | | Resolution regarding Industrial Development Revenue Bond financing for Superior Industrial Coating, Inc. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Vincent Ruffolo of Superior Industrial Coating, Inc., submitting a request for the initial resolution regarding Industrial Development Revenue Bond Financing for Superior Industrial Coating, Inc.” by the City of Racine in the amount of $2,500,000.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-24-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 08-07-06: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2184
| A | | Accept a grant of $96,900.00 to the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor requesting to apply for and accept a $96,900.00 grant from the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: Permission be granted to apply for and accept a $96,900 grant with the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance (Grant Control No. 2006-022) to be utilized for the Youth Gang Diversion Program.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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06-2187
| A | | Pointe Blue TID | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting the establishment of a tax increment district for the Pointe Blue redevelopment project.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 7-26-06: Approval of the creation of Tax Increment District Number 14 for the City of Racine and the proposed project plan for the district.
Further, that the redevelopment project is consistent with City plans and programs.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 08-07-06: Approval of the establishment of Tax Increment District Number 14 for the City of Racine's Pointe Blue redevelopment project.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2187
| A | | Pointe Blue TID | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting the establishment of a tax increment district for the Pointe Blue redevelopment project.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 7-26-06: Approval of the creation of Tax Increment District Number 14 for the City of Racine and the proposed project plan for the district.
Further, that the redevelopment project is consistent with City plans and programs.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 08-07-06: Approval of the establishment of Tax Increment District Number 14 for the City of Racine's Pointe Blue redevelopment project.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2188
| A | | Lincoln King TID | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Executive Director of Neighborhood Housing Services requesting the creation of a Tax Increment Financing District to assist in the redevelopment of the site at 1014 Martin Luther King Drive.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 07-26-06: That the Plan Commission recommends approval of the creation of Tax Increment District Number 15 for the City of Racine and the proposed project plan for the district.
Further, that the redevelopment project is consistent with City plans and programs.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 08-07-06: Approval of the establishment of Tax Increment District Number 15 and the proposed project plan for the property at 1014 Martin Luther King Drive.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2188
| A | | Lincoln King TID | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Executive Director of Neighborhood Housing Services requesting the creation of a Tax Increment Financing District to assist in the redevelopment of the site at 1014 Martin Luther King Drive.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 07-26-06: That the Plan Commission recommends approval of the creation of Tax Increment District Number 15 for the City of Racine and the proposed project plan for the district.
Further, that the redevelopment project is consistent with City plans and programs.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 08-07-06: Approval of the establishment of Tax Increment District Number 15 and the proposed project plan for the property at 1014 Martin Luther King Drive.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2189
| A | | Northside Histrocial Reconnaissance Survey | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting permission to apply for a Historic Preservation Subgrant from the Wisconsin Historical Society to help fund the north side historical reconnaissance survey.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The Director of City Development be granted permission to apply for the Historic Preservation Subgrant through the Wisconsin Historical Society (Grant Control No. 2006-023) to be utilized for the north side historical reconnaissance survey.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the city. | Referred | |
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06-2190
| A | | Present City of Racine 2005 Financial Statements. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Interim Finance Director requesting to present the City of Racine's 2005 Financial Statements and the Transit System.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 07-10-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee 07-24-06: The 2005 City Financial Statements, 2005 City Report on Internal Control, 2005 Transit System Financial Statements and the 2005 Transit System Report on Internal Control be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2191
| A | | Zoe Outreach Ministries requesting reduced Chavez Center fees | Communication | Subject: Communication from Pastor Melvin D. Hargrove of Zoe Outreach Ministries requesting waiving or reductions in fees for the Cesar Chavez Community Center.
Item also referred to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-24-06: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services:
Recommend the communication be received and filed. | Referred | |
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06-2191
| A | | Zoe Outreach Ministries requesting reduced Chavez Center fees | Communication | Subject: Communication from Pastor Melvin D. Hargrove of Zoe Outreach Ministries requesting waiving or reductions in fees for the Cesar Chavez Community Center.
Item also referred to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-24-06: The item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services:
Recommend the communication be received and filed. | Referred | |
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06-2165
| A | | Vacation of north-south and east-west alleys in the block bounded by Washington Avenue, West Blvd., 13th Street and Grove Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Vacation of north-south and east-west alleys in the block bounded by Washington Avenue, West Blvd., 13th Street and Grove Avenue.
Recommendation of Public Works and Services Committee: The communication be received and filed.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 8-13-08: Receive and file
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2165
| A | | Vacation of north-south and east-west alleys in the block bounded by Washington Avenue, West Blvd., 13th Street and Grove Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Vacation of north-south and east-west alleys in the block bounded by Washington Avenue, West Blvd., 13th Street and Grove Avenue.
Recommendation of Public Works and Services Committee: The communication be received and filed.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 8-13-08: Receive and file
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2166
| A | | Partial vacation of the 700 block of Racine Street. | Communication | Subject: 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/A | Referred | |
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06-2166
| A | | Partial vacation of the 700 block of Racine Street. | Communication | Subject: 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/A | Referred | |
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06-2167
| A | | Vacation of Reichert Court. | Communication | Subject: Vacation of Reichert Court.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 05-29-2007: Since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to its eastern most terminus.
Further recommends that a preliminary resolution be introduced to the Common Council and referred to the City Plan Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 05-30-2007: That since the public interest requires it and since the proposed vacation is consistent with adopted city plans and programs, that the following public way, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to the eastern terminus of Reichert Court.
Further recommends that a resolution be introduced and a public hearing be scheduled pursuant to sec. 66.1003 (4)(b), Wis. Stats.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2167
| A | | Vacation of Reichert Court. | Communication | Subject: Vacation of Reichert Court.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 05-29-2007: Since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to its eastern most terminus.
Further recommends that a preliminary resolution be introduced to the Common Council and referred to the City Plan Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 05-30-2007: That since the public interest requires it and since the proposed vacation is consistent with adopted city plans and programs, that the following public way, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued:
Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to the eastern terminus of Reichert Court.
Further recommends that a resolution be introduced and a public hearing be scheduled pursuant to sec. 66.1003 (4)(b), Wis. Stats.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2176
| A | | Close street for Western Day parade. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the West Racine Business and Professional Association requesting permission to use public right-of-way for the Western Days parade on Saturday, July 15, 2006.
This items was brought up at the 7/5/06 Council and received and filed. Resolution 06-7128 was approved. | Received and Filed | |
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06-2177
| A | | Riverbend Lofts, LLC request to build decks over city right-of-way. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Riverbend Lofts, LLC, 720 Marquette Street, requesting permission to build decks over city right-of-way.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Riverbend Lofts, LLC for the construction of balconies which extend over the public right-of-way of Racine Street with the following stipulations:
A. Riverbend Lofts, LLC provide a hold harmless agreement with liability insurance from the date of construction to the date of closing for the condominiums associated with these proposed balconies.
B. Riverbend Lofts, LLC agrees to place a deed restriction upon all aforementioned condominiums which requires the condominium owners to enter into a hold harmless agreement with liability insurance with the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Referred | |
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06-2181
| A | | Salmon-A-Rama request to close turnaronds at Festival Park. | Communication | Subject: Communication from a representative of Salmon-A-Rama requesting to close the turn-arounds at Festival Park on Festival Park Drive and Christopher Columbus Causeway.
Recommendation: Salmon-A-Rama be granted permission to close 5th Street from the Civic Center Parking Ramp to Festival Park Drive, Festival Park Drive from Fifth Street to Sam Johnson Parkway, and the turnaround adjacent to Christopher Columbus Causeway, on July 20-23, 2006, in accordance with their request.
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 $300.00 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 impleme | Referred | |
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06-2123
| A | | Application for a 2006-2007 "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license at: | Communication | Subject: The following (Renewal) Application for a 2006-2007 "Class C" and Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine license for:
Asiana, LLC 423 Sixth Street
HaeYoung Choi, Agent
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 7/10/06: That the license be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2179
| A | | Request Permission to Accept $1,000 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief Hansen requesting permission to accept a $1,000 donation from the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund. (Grant Control #2006-013)
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 07/10/06: That the Fire Chief be granted permission to accept $1,000 donation from the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The Fire Chief be granted permission to accept $1,000 donation from the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2179
| A | | Request Permission to Accept $1,000 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief Hansen requesting permission to accept a $1,000 donation from the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund. (Grant Control #2006-013)
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 07/10/06: That the Fire Chief be granted permission to accept $1,000 donation from the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee of 07-10-06: The Fire Chief be granted permission to accept $1,000 donation from the Racine Community Foundation to be utilized for the Racine Fire Department Public Education Fund and that an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2185
| A | | "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt for Tango Bar | Communication | Subject: The following (New) Application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License, for Tango Bar, Gloria Horbatenko, Agent, at 509 Sixth Street.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 07/10/06: That the license be granted with an amendment to the premises description.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 07/24/06: That the license be granted pending the new Agent, Gerald Vytlacil, records check and him also completing the Responsible Beverage Servers Course.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2186
| A | | (Renewal) application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2006-2007:
Rosie H. Carothers 1333 Douglas Avenue | Communication | Subject: The following (Renewal) application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2006-2007:
Rosie H. Carothers 1333 Douglas Avenue
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee: That the license be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2182
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Peter Rubel, 2012 Deane Blvd., submitting a petition for placement of a four-way stop at the intersection of 20th Street and Deane Boulevard. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Peter Rubel, 2012 Deane Blvd., submitting a petition for placement of a four-way stop at the intersection of 20th Street and Deane Boulevard.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2159
| A | | Combining the Department of Public Works and the Parks Department. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 14th District wishing to discuss combining the Department of Public Works and the Parks Department.
Recommendation: that the pending audit of the Department of Public Works be expanded to determine if it is feasible to combine with the Parks Department.
FISCAL NOTE: to be determined. | Referred | |
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06-2161
| A | | Change the name to the "Public Safety and Licensing" committee. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderman Helding proposing the License and Welfare committee change the name to the "Public Safety and Licensing" Committee.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 07/10/06: That the License and Welfare Committee change of name to "Public Safety and License" Committee.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole 08/14/2006: That the License and Welfare Committee be changed to "Public Safety and Licensing" Committee.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2161
| A | | Change the name to the "Public Safety and Licensing" committee. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderman Helding proposing the License and Welfare committee change the name to the "Public Safety and Licensing" Committee.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee 07/10/06: That the License and Welfare Committee change of name to "Public Safety and License" Committee.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole 08/14/2006: That the License and Welfare Committee be changed to "Public Safety and Licensing" Committee.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2162
| A | | License and Welfare Committee name changed to the "Public Protection and License Committee. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderman Shakoor requesting to have the License and Welfare Committee name changed to the "Public Protection and License Committee.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 07/10/06: That the item be received and filed.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole of 08/14/2006: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2162
| A | | License and Welfare Committee name changed to the "Public Protection and License Committee. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderman Shakoor requesting to have the License and Welfare Committee name changed to the "Public Protection and License Committee.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 07/10/06: That the item be received and filed.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole of 08/14/2006: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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06-2169
| A | | (Shot Spotter System) in the 2007 Capitol Projects. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderman of the 8th District requesting staff to pursue ways and means to place subject item: (Shot Spotter System) in the 2007 Capitol Projects. | Referred | |
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06-2180
| A | | Request waiver from site drainage and stormwater requirements for Household Hazardous Waste facility project. | Communication | Subject: Request for temporary waiver from the site drainage, storm water requirements of the City of Racine until 2007 for the permanent Household Hazardous Waste facility project until the Utility has procured sufficient interest in adjoining properties to address the entire project as a whole.
Recommendation: The request of the Racine Water and Wastewater Utility to waive site drainage requirements for the Household Hazardous Waste Facility until November 1, 2007, be approved.
Fiscal Note: This extension will allow the Racine Water and Wastewater Utility time to acquire the necessary adjoining property before making the required improvements. | Referred | |
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05-1279
| A | | claim of Raymond Leitheiser | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Raymond Leitheiser for consideration.
Recommendation: That the claim of Raymond Leitheiser be settled with payment of $9,988.76 for vehicle repairs and an additional payment of $18,000 for medical for a total settlement of $27,988.76.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101.160.5910, Judgment and Claims for the settlement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1646
| A | | the Racine Zoological Society requesting that the fees for the stage on wheels be reduced for six events at the Racine Zoo this summer. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Zoological Society requesting that the fees for the stage on wheels be reduced for six events at the Racine Zoo this summer.
Recommendation of 03-14-06: That the item be deferred
Recommendation of 03-27-06: That the item be deferred.
Recommendation of 06-26-06: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1936
| A | | RCEDC requesting a City loan guarantee to Schmidt Industrial Truck. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine County Economic Development Corporation requesting a City loan guarantee for a business loan to Schmidt Industrial Truck.
Recommendation of 06-12-06: That the item be deferred
Recommendation of 06-26-06: That the City of Racine guarantee a business loan from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation to Schmidt Industrial Truck, Inc., said guarantee not to exceed $100,000.00 for a term of five years. Further recommends that the appropriate City officials be authorized to execute a Limited Guaranty of Specific Transaction documenting said guarantee.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in the City Industrial/Economic Development fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2031
| A | | claim of Megan O'Driscoll | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Megan O'Driscoll for consideration.
Recommendation: That the claim be denied.
Megan O'Driscoll, 406 Main Street, apt. 2, claims reimbursement for damages to her auto after a temporary stop sign at the intersection of State Street and Main Street was blown over by unusually strong winds and struck the hood of her car as it was passing. The City denies any negligence in the maintenance of the stop sign.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2029
| A | | claim of Jimmie & Lois Beaulieu | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jimmie & Lois Beaulieu for consideration.
Recommendation: That the claim be denied.
Jimme & Lois Beaulieu, 3312 Victory Ave, claim reimbursement for damages in the amount of $196.60 arising from an auto striking his fence. The Beaulieus assert the City is liable due to the fact that the car was fleeing police officers. The City denies any negligence in the manner of pursuing the offenders.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2090
| A | | Applying State of Wisconsin Housing Cost Reduction Initiative funding | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting approval to apply for the State of Wisconsin Housing Cost Reduction Initiative (HCRI) funding to promote home ownership in targeted areas of Racine.
Recommendation: That the Director of City Development granted permission to apply for the Housing Cost Reduction Initiative (HCRI) grant, in the amount of $127,000, to be utilized to support home ownership in the north side and south side Weed and Seed areas that will be administered by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce's Bureau of Housing.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2091
| A | | Agreement with Trans Union Residential Credit Solutions for on-line credit report services. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Housing Department requesting approval to enter into an on-line credit services agreement with Trans Union Residential Credit Solutions to receive credit reports on-line.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized an directed to enter into an on-line credit service agreement with Trans Union Residential Credit Solutions to be able to receive credit reports on line for the Housing Department.
Fiscal Note: Fees for credit reporting service are available in Account No. 811.000.5610, Housing Department Professional Services. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2092
| A | | City Attorney submitting a letter of resignation due to retirement. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting a letter of resignation due to retirement.
Recommendation: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2113
| A | | Amendments to the agreement for a site assessment grant for the Horlick Malted Milk Company campus. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting amendments to the agreement for a site assessment grant for the Horlick Malted Milk Company campus.
Recommendation: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into amended contracts with Horlick Haban, LLC., to provide the funding necessary to satisfy the site assessment grant for the Horlick Malted Milk Company campus.
Fiscal Note: On behalf of Horlick Haban LLC., the city applied for and was awarded a site assessment grant from Wisconsin DNR totaling $59,790. The grant required at least a dollar for dollar match, which Horlick Haban LLC. has agreed to provide. Total project costs are now estimated at $137,057. The amendment is needed to reflect the higher project costs and to restate that the project is at no cost to the city. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2121
| A | | Library Board of Trustees requesting the City adopt a resolution to support the libraries in Racine County. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Library Board of Trustees requesting the City adopts a resolution to support the libraries in Racine County.
Recommendation: Adoption of the draft resolution to provide 100% reimbursement for library services provided to Racine County residents.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2156
| A | | Closed session the proposed settlement of Dennis Hart v. Transit Mutual of Racine, et al. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to discuss in closed session the proposed settlement of Dennis Hart v. Transit Mutual of Racine, et al.
Recommendation: That the actions pending in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin entitled Dennis Hart v. Transit Management of Racine, Inc., First Group America, Inc., John Diers and Dan McCabe, Case No. 01-C-766 and Dennis C. Hart v. Transit Management of Racine, Inc., Brad Putzier & John Diers, Case No. 04-C-0721, be settled in the total amount of $60,000.
Fiscal Note: Settlement to be charged to account 105.600.5950 BUS - claims | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1905
| A | | Journal Times request for additional alley lighting. | Communication | Subject: Communication from The Journal Times requesting additional alley lighting.
Recommendation: The Department of Public Works be authorized and directed to upgrade the 50 watt high pressure sodium light to 100 watts to better serve the needs of this alley.
Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs for the City of Racine to engage the services of WE Energies to implement this change. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2088
| A | | Green Space and Public Facilities Grant to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer wishing to submit a Green Space and Public Facilities Grant to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to submit a Green Space and Public Facilities Grant to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the clean up of a portion of the Pointe Blue Redevelopment project.
Fiscal Note: The project development agreement requires the City of Racine to cooperate with the developer to assist in acquiring various State and Federal grants to offset the cost of this development project. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2095
| A | | Request to install projecting sign over public right-of-way at 720 High Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the owner of Too Good to be Through, 720 High Street, requesting permission to install a projecting sign over the public right-of-way.
Recommendation: The property owner of 720 High Street be granted permission to install 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 Presented | Pass |
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06-2096
| A | | Rojo's request to close Charles Street between Douglas and Yout on Saturday, July 29, 2006, for a fundraiser. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Rojo's Pub, 1311 Yout Street, requesting permission to close Charles Street between Douglas Avenue and Yout Street for a fundraiser on Saturday, July 29, 2006.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to Rojo’s Pub, 1311 Yout Street, to close Charles Street from Douglas Avenue to Yout Street, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2006, for a fundraiser, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. Proof of 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 be anchored by any means to the roadway surface.
G. 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 lim | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2099
| A | | Amendment to contract with Earth Tech, Inc., for design and engineering of Southside Industrial Park infrastructure. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting an amendment to the contract with Earth Tech, Inc., for design and engineering of Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure.
Recommendation: Amendment No. 3 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,008.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from TID No. 10.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2100
| A | | Revised project agreement for Racine Street Reconstruction, ID 2350-10-00/20/70. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a revised project agreement for Racine Street reconstruction, ID 2350-10-00/20/70.
Recommendation: The Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to sign on behalf of the City of Racine the revised project agreement for the Racine Street Reconstruction, Project ID No. 2350-10-00/20/70.
Fiscal Note: The revised project agreement will result in an increase in the City share of $406,000.00 to $707,125.00 due to an increase in the overall project from $3,103.00.00 to $4,851,900.00. Funding is available in the 2006 Capital Improvement Project budget to cover the increase in cost due to the revised project agreement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2102
| A | | Request to fill a Stationary Engineer position in the Building Complex Division. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to fill a Stationary Engineer position in the Building Complex Division.
Recommendation: The position of Building Complex Maintenance Worker, HU-9, which is vacant due to a retirement, be filled and any subsequent positions that result from the posting of this position.
Further recommends that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for their consideration.
Fiscal Note: Funds are provided in the 2006 Operating Budget. | Referred | Pass |
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06-2104
| A | | Request for final payment on Contract 36-05 (K5-043), 2005 City Resurfacing, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 36-05 (K5-043), 2005 City Resurfacing, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: The work of Payne & Dolan, Inc., under Contract 36-05 (K5-043), 2005 City Resurfacing, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $767,144.17.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6575 of July 19, 2005. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2116
| A | | Fourth Fest request to use the Walker Site parking lot on July 4, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker Site parking lot on Tuesday, July 4, 2006.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to use the Walker Site on Tuesday, July 4, 2006, for parking of vehicles in conjunction with the Fourth of July fireworks display.
Fiscal Note: Fourth Fest is one of two City co-sponsored events. Therefore, there is no need for liability insurance or a hold harmless agreement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2117
| A | | Supplement Agreement between Union Pacific Railroad and the City of Racine | Communication | Subject: Communication from Claes Wennerth of Alloc Inc., submitting a Supplemental Agreement between the Union Pacific Railroad Company and the City of Racine relating to the Alloc rail spur.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a supplemental agreement with the Union Pacific and City of Racine Basic Agreement Audit Number 212180 of January 27, 1999 which provides for the extension of a spur line to the Alloc Inc. manufacturing complex.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2118
| A | | James Andrews request to allow electric energy efficient vehicles on the roads. | Communication | Subject: Communication from James Andrews requesting an ordinance to allow electric energy efficient vehicles on the roads.
Recommendation: The communication be referred to the City Attorney’s office for their review of appropriate State statutes regarding this issue and to advise the committee as to the appropriate action.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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06-2142
| A | | Res. 06-7045 of June 20, 2006 relating to street improvements. | Communication | Subject: Res. 06-7045 of June 20, 2006 relating to street improvements.
Recommendation: Resolution No. 06-7045, of June 20, 2006, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
VISTA DRIVE from Spring Valley Drive to Harrington Drive
SPRING VALLEY DRIVE from Harrington Drive to Vista Drive
WESTWAY AVENUE from Perry Avenue to Echo Lane
WESTWAY AVENUE from Echo Lane to Crab Tree Lane
LOMBARD AVENUE from N. Main Street to Chatham Street
and, as amended , Resolution No. 06-7045, of June 20, 2006, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Funds will be appropriated in the 2007 C.I.P. for these street improvements, and special assessments will be paid by the abutting property owners for the street improvements | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2147
| A | | Three-party agreement for design engineering services for State Project ID: 2703-03-05, Ohio Street, 16th Street to 21st Street. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works submitting a three-party agreement for design engineering services for State Project ID: 2703-03-05, Ohio Street, 16th Street to 21st Street.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a three-party agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Clark Dietz, Inc. for preparing plans and specifications for the reconstruction of Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street, for the not-to-exceed cost of $200,015.51, which is funded 80%, or $160,012.41, by the State of Wisconsin, and 20%, or $40,003.10, by the City of Racine.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the 2007 CIP.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2170
| A | | Request to use Walker Site for parking for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Sales/Marketing Director of the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau requesting permission to use the Walker Site for parking for the Spirit of Racine Triathlon.
Recommendation: Permission be granted to the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau to use the City owned property, commonly referred to as the Walker Site, for special event parking on Sunday, July 23, 2006, in connection with the Spirit of Racine Triathlon with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to the event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; and,
D. The sponsor pay the City $1.50 for each car which is allowed to park on this public property.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will share a percentage of the proceeds which the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau obtains through charging for parking on this property. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2055
| A | | Application of Neighborhood Bar of Racine, LLC. | Communication | Subject: (New- 2005-2006) Application of Neighborhood Bar of Racine, LLC., Slobodan Lazarevic, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2002 Erie Street.
(5th District) (Alderman of the 5th District included in reference) (The Agent has been requested to appear)
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/12/06: That the item be deferred to the 06/26/06 License & Welfare Committee meeting.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/26/06: That the license be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2058
| A | | Direct Referral, Concession Contract at Pershing Park Launch Ramp | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Concession Contract at Pershing Park Launch Ramp.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/12/06: That the item be deferred until the 06/26/06 License & Welfare Committee meeting.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/26/06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a two year agreement with Joseph Hrouda dba J & D Enterprise.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2080
| A | | Skipper Marine Development for a Gasoline Service Station Owner's and Manager's License, | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Renewal application for a Gasoline Service Station Owner's and Manager's License, for Skipper Marine Development, at 2 Christopher Columbus Causeway. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2089
| A | | Application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1743 State Street (Renewal). | Communication | Subject: The following (Renewal) applications for a 2006-2007 "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for:
La Condesa, LLC 1743 State Street
Margarita Vasquez, Agent
Hillside Lanes, Inc. 1400 Thirteenth Street
Richard Wonders, Agent
The following (Renewal) application for a Class "A" Retail FErmented Malt Beverage License for:
MA Investments 930 Washington Avenue
Maqbool Muhammad, Agent
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/26/06: That the licenses be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2094
| A | | K-ZAG Enterprise, LLC., Jon Keiffer, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail | Communication | Subject: Application of K-ZAG Enterprise, LLC., Jon Keiffer, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1300 N. Main Street. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Ord.26-06
| A | | Ordinance No. 26-06 to create Sec. 66-670 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Sale or gift of cigarettes or tobacco products to minors prohibited. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 26-06 to create Sec. 66-670 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Sale or gift of cigarettes or tobacco products to minors prohibited.
ORDINANCE NO. 26-06
To create Sec. 66-670 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Sale or gift of cigarettes or tobacco products to minors prohibited.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 66-670 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
"Sec. 66-670. Procurement prohibited.
(a) Except as provided in sec. 66-667, no person may intentionally procure for, sell, dispense, or give away cigarettes or tobacco products to a minor.
(b) Whoever violates this section shall forfeit not more than $100.00."
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
Attest:
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06-2101
| A | | Request permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for paint removal, mansonry restoration and construction management at Mound Cemetery maintenance building. | Communication | Subject: Request permission to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for paint removal, mansonry restoration and construction management at Mound Cemetery maintenance building.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee on 06/26/06: That the Mayor and City Clerk be given permission to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for paint removal, mansonry restoration and construction management at Mound Cemetery maintenance building.
Fiscal Note: 7% with a mininimum of $2,500 Renovate Mound Maintenance Building Account #207.000.5760. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2114
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, June 14, 2006. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, June 14, 2006.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06-26-06: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: $7,038.06 in revenues. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2119
| A | | Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1720 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Waheguru, LLC, Satinder Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1720 Douglas Avenue. (4th District)
(Alderman of the 4th District included in reference) (The agent has been requested to appear)
Recommendation of the License & Welfare of 06/26/06: That the license be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2153
| A | | Direct referral. Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the License and Welfare Committee to discuss Change Order #1 on contract 27-05 (K5-034), Monument Square Site and Landscape Improvement. | Communication | Subject: (Direct referral) Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the License and Welfare Committee to discuss Change Order #1 on contract 27-05 (K5-034), Monument Square Site and Landscape Improvement.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/26/06: That Change Order #2 on contract 27-05 (K5-034), Monument Square Site and Landscape Improvement, Bane Nelson, Inc., contractor, be approved in the increased amount of $40,234.00.
Fiscal Note: $40,234.00 change in Contract amount due to Change Order from account #932.000.5950. This contract was approved by Resolution 6516 of 06/07/05. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2155
| A | | Abandoned Vehicles, June 21, 2006. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing agent submitting the report on bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, June 21, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2114
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, June 14, 2006. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, June 14, 2006.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06-26-06: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: $7,038.06 in revenues. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1828
| A | | Requesting a four way stop sign at the intersection of 20th & Mead St. | Communication | Subject: Communication from 2nd District Alderman and County Supervisor Gaynell Dyess requesting a four way stop sign be installed at the intersection at 20th and Mead Street.
Recommendation: A four-way stop sign be installed at the intersection of Mead Street and 20th Street.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2027
| A | | Communication from the Racine Art Guild, Inc. requesting "Temporary No Parking" signs be posted on the east side of South Main Street, between 10th and 11th Streets during the Starving Artists Outdoor Art Fair on August 6, 2006. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Art Guild, Inc. requesting "Temporary No Parking" signs be posted on the east side of South Main Street, between 10th and 11th Streets during the Starving Artists Outdoor Art Fair on August 6, 2006.
Recommendation: The request to use Temporary No Parking signs on the east side of S. Main Street between 10th and 11th Streets on August 6, 2006, between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. be granted.
Further recommends that the request to waive the "No Parking Any Time" restriction on 10th and 11th Streets before 9:00 A.M. and from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. on August 6, 2006, in connection with the Starving Artists Outdoor Art Fair, be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2049
| A | | Communication from Daniel Eternicka regarding the timing of the traffic light on Washington Avenue and Green Bay Road. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Daniel Eternicka regarding the timing of the traffic light on Washington Avenue and Green Bay Road.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2060
| A | | Communication from Love Has No Boundaries Childcare & Learning Center, 702 High Street requesting a loading zone sign be placed on the entrance side of the center. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Love Has No Boundaries Childcare & Learning Center, 702 High Street requesting a loading zone sign be placed on the entrance side of the center.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2144
| A | | In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-66(3) of Schedule C of the Municipal Co | Communication | Subject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-66(3) of Schedule C of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "All-way stop intersections" be amended:
By Adding:
1. Mead Street and 20th Street. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1870
| A | | Communication regarding parking restrictions 13th and Washington | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor asking to discuss parking restrictions on the SW corner of 13th Street and Washington Avenue.
Recommendation: Section 94-282 of the Municipal Code be amended to prohibit parking from 2:00 A.M. to 6:00 A.M. in Uptown Lot No. 5, upper and lower levels.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2039
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the April 2006 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the April 2006 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2084
| A | | Communication from Family Service of Racine requesting the extension of the trolley service on Sunday, August 6, 2006 to the DeKoven Center at 20th and Wisconsin for the Taste of Racine. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Family Service of Racine requesting the extension of the trolley service on Sunday, August 6, 2006 to the DeKoven Center at 20th and Wisconsin for the Taste of Racine.
Recommendation: Request be granted and that a second trolley be placed in service on Sunday, August 6, 2006, to serve the Taste of Racine Festival at the DeKoven Center, and further recommend that the City of Racine accept a $250 donation from Family Services of Racine to help offset the cost of the extra service.
Fiscal Note: The City will accept a donation of $250 to help offset the cost of additional trolley service on August 6, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2085
| A | | Communication from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation submitting a 2006 CMAQ marketing contract for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation submitting a 2006 CMAQ marketing contract for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Racine.
Fiscal Note: The grant provides $86,266 in federal funds for marketing of the Belle Urban System. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2111
| A | | Communication from the Kenosha Racine Bike Club requesting permission for the Belle Urban System to accept a $1,500 donation for the purchase of bike racks for city buses. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Kenosha Racine Bike Club requesting permission for the Belle Urban System to accept a $1,500 donation for the purchase of bike racks for city buses.
Recommendation: The funds be accepted and placed in account 105.000.2480, Deferred Revenue, and be combined with grant funds in 2007 for the purchase of bicycle racks on Belle Urban System buses.
Fiscal Note: The City is accepting a donation of $1,500 to purchase two bicycle racks for installation on Belle Urban System buses. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2115
| A | | Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2006 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2006 operating and financial report for Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2146
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2006 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the May 2006 operating and financial report for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2171
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from Virchow Krause submitting the 2005 audit and management letter for the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Virchow Krause submitting the 2005 audit and management letter for the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2172
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss the purchase and installation of Ticket Reader/Issue Machines for the fareboxes on the buses of the Belle Urban System. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit Planner wishing to discuss the purchase and installation of Ticket Reader/Issue Machines for the fareboxes on the buses of the Belle Urban System.
Recommendation: Formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with GFI Genfare for the acquisition of Ticket Reader/Issue Machine (TRiM) for the fareboxes on Belle Urban System buses, including 27 units, spare parts, training transfer cards and miscellaneous expenses, at a cost not to exceed $145,000, with 80% of the cost of the units to be provided by Federal Capital Grants WI-03-0080, WI-03-0084, and WI-03-0091, and City of Racine CIP Capital projects Account 105.900.5010 (20%).
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1939
| A | | To regulate pay day loan/convenient cash agencies in business zoning districts. | Communication | Subject: Amendment to the zoning ordinance to regulate pay day loan and other "convenient cash" agencies as a conditional uses in certain business zoning districts.
Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2026
| A | | Creation of a Business Improvement District for the West Racine commercial area. | Communication | Subject: Creation of a Business Improvement District for the West Racine commercial area.
Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.06-7051
| A | | ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PROJECT | Resolution | ACQUISITION OF EASEMENT FOR HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PROJECT
RESOLVED, that the project to acquire easement rights across Sam's Club parking lot to serve the Household Hazardous Waste Facility project be approved.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Attorney be authorized and directed to take all necessary steps to acquire this property interest, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute all documents associated with this project.
FISCAL NOTE: Unknown at this time. Funding is available through the Wastewater Utility HHW project.
CPC 06-14-06
Recommendation: Acquisition of easement rights across Sam's Club parking lot is not in conflict with City plans and programs.
Further, that the resolution be adopted. | Received As Read | Pass |
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06-2112
| A | | Sidewalk Cafe Permit for Javavino, 424 Main Street. | Communication | Subject: (New) The following Application for a "Class C" & Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License to include Sidewalk Cafe Permit for Javavino, 424 Main Street.
Also refer to City Plan Commission.
Recommendation of the License & Welfare Committee of 06/26/06: That the item be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission 6-28-06: That the request by Ramez Abdulnour of-Javavion for a sidewalk café at 424 Main Street be approved subject to the following conditions:
a. That the design of the tables and chairs as presented to the Plan Commission on June 28, 2006 are found to not detract from the aesthetics of the surrounding area and that the locations of the sidewalk café are found to be suitable for a sidewalk café.
b. That a total of three tables be allowed, with each table having no more than two chairs. Due to the concerns regarding sidewalk obstruction, maintenance of proper barriers and need for clear paths, one or more table may need to be designate “non-alcohol” tables.
c. That it is noted that the application also | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2125
| A | | Creation of a Business Improvement District for the West Racine Commercial area. | Application | Subject: Direct Referral. Creation of a Business Improvement District for the West Racine Commercial area.
Recommendation: Approve. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2127
| A | | Automobile business at 2625 N. Green Bay Road. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. A request from Michael Jensen seeking a conditional use permit to establish a business conducting automobile towing, storage, repair, and sale at 2625 N. Green Bay Road.
Recommendation: That the request from Michael Jensen seeking a conditional use permit to establish a business at 2625 N. Green Bay Road conducting automobile towing, storage, repair, and sales be approved, subject to the following:
a. That the plans stamped “Received June 15, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on June 28, 2006 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That approval be obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) by Michael Jensen for his proposal and that documentation of FAA approval be provided to the Director of City Development, the Chief Building Inspector, and the appropriate official at Batten International Airport prior to the issuance of permits from the Building Department.
c. That a building permit and occupancy permit be requested from the Building Department prior to the operation of this business at this locati | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2128
| A | | Rezone 710-6th Street from B-5 to B-4. | Zoning Item | Subject: Direct Referral. Request by Department of City Development to rezone 710 Sixth Street from B-5 Central Service to B-4 Central Business.
Recommendation: That an ordinance be created, | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2129
| A | | Walgreen to install an electronic sign at 4810 Washington Ave. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Direct Referral. Request from Bob Stell of Limberg Electric, representing Walgreen's seeking a conditional use permit to install a 42 square foot full color electronic reader board at 4810 Washington Ave.
Recommendation: That the request from Bob Stell of Limberg Electric, representing Walgreens, seeking a conditional use permit to install a 42 square feet full-color electronic reader board at 4810 Washington Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the request for a full color electronic reader board be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That plans be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval that illustrate the elimination of the existing pylon sign and structure and their replacement with a monument sign that includes full-color electronic reader board. Total square footage of the monument sign shall not exceed that of existing pylon.
c. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired from the Building Department.
d. That prior to the issuance | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-2131
| A | | Rezoning 4101 & 4105 Washington Ave from B-1 and R-3 to B-2. | Zoning Item | Subject: Direct Referral. A request from Felix Servantez of Servantez Property, Inc. seeking to rezone the property at 4101 & 4105 Washington Avenue from B-1 Neighborhood Convenience District and R-3 Limited General Residence District to B-2 Community Shopping District.
Recommendation: Deny | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-1929
| A | | Present an update to the City of Racine's 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Administrator requesting to present an update to the City of Racine's 5-year Capital Improvement Plan.
Recommend: that IT Infrastructure Replacement plan be amended to read as follows: 2007 - $21,000; 2008 - $64,000; 2009 - $72,000; 2010 - $72,000; 2011 - $72,000;
FURTHER RECOMMEND that Graceland Maintenance Building Renovate Doors and Windows plan be amended to read as follows: 2007 - $20,000; 2008 - $0; 2009 - $0; 2010 - $0; 2011 - $0;
FURTHER RECOMMEND that Mound Chapel and Office power wash and Seal plan be amended to read as follows: 2007 - $10,000; 2008 - $0; 2009 - $0; 2010 - $0; 2011 - $0;
FURTHER RECOMMEND that the 2007-2011 Capital Improvement Plan be approved as amended.
Fiscal Note: Funding for projects will be addressed in the 2007 Budget. | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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06-2175
| A | | Mayor's report | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments to the following Boards and Commissions for the City of Racine. | Adopted | Pass |
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06-1956
| A | | Discuss the Attendance Report for April. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) The Director of the Civic Centre would like to discuss the Attendance Report for April. | Referred | |
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06-1957
| A | | Resignation of the Event Services Manager at the Civic Centre. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) The Director of the Civic Centre wishing to discuss the resignation of the Event Services Manager. | Referred | |
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06-1958
| A | | January (revised), February, March, and April 2006 Financial Report and the first quarter Comparison Report 2005/2006. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) The Director of the Civic Centre wishing to discuss the January (revised), February, March, April 2006 Financial Report and the first quarter Comparison Report 2005/2006. | Referred | |
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06-1959
| A | | Discuss the 60 x 120 tent in the Festival Park. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) The Director of the Civic Centre wishing to discuss a 60 x 120 tent rental, set-up, and tear down at Festival Park. | Referred | |
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06-1961
| A | | Discuss in-house promotional funds funded by Compass Facility Management Inc. | Communication | Subject:(Direct Referral) The Director of the Civic Centre wishing to discuss in-house promotional funds funded by Compass Facility Management Inc. and the hiring of the National Director of Compass Events. | Referred | |
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Res.06-7102
| A | | CHANGE ORDER MONUMENT SQUARE LANDSCAPE | Resolution | CHANGE ORDER MONUMENT SQUARE LANDSCAPE
RESOLVED, that Change Order #2 on Contract 27-05 (K5-034), Monument Square Site and Landscape Improvement, Bane Nelson, Inc., contractor, be approved in the increased amount of $40,234.00.
FISCAL NOTE: $40,234.00 change in contract amount due to change order from account #932.000.5950. This contract was approved by Resolution 6515 of 06/07/05. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7103
| A | | AGREEMENT WITH INDUSTRIAL ROOFING FOR MOUND CEMETERY BUILDING | Resolution | AGREEMENT WITH INDUSTRIAL ROOFING FOR MOUND CEMETERY BUILDING
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for paint removal, masonry restoration and construction management at Mound Cemetery maintenance building.
FISCAL NOTE: 7% with a minimum of $2,500 Renovate Mound Maintenance Building Account #207.000.5760. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7104
| A | | AGREEMENT FOR OPERATING CONCESSION AT PERSHING PARK BOAT LAUNCH RAMP | Resolution | AGREEMENT FOR OPERATING CONCESSION AT PERSHING PARK BOAT LAUNCH RAMP
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a two year agreement with Joseph Hrouda, d/b/a J & D Enterprises, for Operating the Concession at the Pershing Park Boat Launch Ramp with a projected revenue of $1,000 per year.
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Res.06-7105
| A | | PUBLIC FACILITY PERMITS | Resolution | PUBLIC FACILITY PERMITS
RESOLVED, that the following establishments be granted a public facilities permit for the permit year July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2008:
RACINE ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY, D/B/A RACINE ZOO
2131 N. MAIN STREET
COMPASS OF RACINE, LLC, D/B/A RACINE CIVIC CENTRE
5 FIFTH STREET
COMPASS OF RACINE, LLC, D/B/A/ RACINE CIVIC CENTRE
72 SEVENTH STREET
FISCAL NOTE: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7106
| A | | SUPPORT FOR LIBRARIES IN RACINE COUNTY FROM CITY OF RACINE | Resolution | SUPPORT FOR LIBRARIES IN RACINE COUNTY FROM CITY OF RACINE
WHEREAS, the State of Wisconsin requires public libraries to serve all residents of the state at the same level of service they serve their own residents (except Milwaukee County); and
WHEREAS, Racine County has agreed to reimburse municipalities with libraries for serving Racine County residents; and
WHEREAS, the municipalities with libraries provide this service to county residents with the understanding that they will be reimbursed by Racine County; and
WHEREAS, Racine County had been moving on a progressive track to reach 100% reimbursement over the past ten years or so; and
WHEREAS, a reduction in the mil rate by Racine County for past service would create undue financial hardship that shifts this burden to the residents of the local municipality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Racine, in Racine County, requests 100% reimbursement for library service provided to county residents.
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Res.06-7107
| A | | AMENDMENT TO GRANT FOR HORLICK MALTED MILK COMPANY CAMPUS | Resolution | AMENDMENT TO GRANT FOR HORLICK MALTED MILK COMPANY CAMPUS
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into contract amendments with Horlick Haban, LLC., to provide the funding necessary to satisfy the site assessment grant for the Horlick Malted Milk Company campus.
FISCAL NOTE: On behalf of Horlick Haban LLC., the city applied for and was awarded a site assessment grant from Wisconsin DNR totaling $59,790. The grant required at least a dollar for dollar match, which Horlick Haban LLC. has agreed to provide. Total project costs are now estimated at $137,057. The amendment is needed to reflect the higher project costs and to restate that the project is at no cost to the city. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7108
| A | | ON-LINE CREDIT SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH TRANS UNION | Resolution | ON-LINE CREDIT SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH TRANSUNION
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an on-line credit service agreement with TransUnion Residential Credit Solutions to be able to receive credit reports, including TransUnion Residential Credit Solutions' fee schedule, Security Addendum to Service Agreement, and Addendum to TransUnion Service Agreement for OFAC Advisor Services, for the Housing Department.
FISCAL NOTE: Fees for credit reporting service are available in Account No. 811.000.5610, Housing Department Professional Services. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7109
| A | | SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM | Resolution | SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM
RESOLVED, that the personal injury claim of Raymond Leitheiser be settled in the amount $18,000.
FISCAL NOTE: The property damage claim was previously settled for $9,988.76. There are sufficient funds available in account 101.160.5910, Judgment and Claims for the settlement. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7110
| A | | CITY LOAN GUARANTEE TO SCHMIDT INDUSTRIAL TRUCK | Resolution | CITY LOAN GUARANTEE TO SCHMIDT INDUSTRIAL TRUCK
RESOLVED, that the City of Racine guarantee a business loan from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation to Schmidt Industrial Truck, Inc., said guarantee not to exceed $100,000.00 for a term of five years.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that appropriate City officials be authorized to execute a Limited Guaranty of Specific Transaction documenting said guarantee.
FISCAL NOTE: There are sufficient funds available in the City Industrial/Economic Development fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7111
| A | | SETTLEMENT OF DENNIS HART V TRANSIT MANAGEMENT OF RACINE, INC | Resolution | SETTLEMENT OF DENNIS HART V TRANSIT MANAGEMENT OF RACINE, INC
RESOLVED, that the actions pending in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin entitled Dennis Hart v. Transit Management of Racine, Inc., First Group America, Inc., John Diers and Dan McCabe, Case No. 01-C-766 and Dennis C. Hart v. Transit Management of Racine, Inc., Brad Putzier & John Diers, Case No. 04-C-0721, be settled in the total amount of $60,000.
FISCAL NOTE: Settlement to be charged to account 105.600.5950, BUS-Claims. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7112
| A | | HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR PROJECTING SIGN INSTALLATION 720 HIGH STREET | Resolution | greenspace
RESOLVED, that the property owner of 720 High Street 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. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7113
| A | | STIPULATIONS FOR FUNDRAISER ROJO'S PUB 1311 YOUT STREET | Resolution | STIPULATIONS FOR FUNDRAISER ROJO'S PUB 1311 YOUT STREET
RESOLVED, that permission be granted to Rojo’s Pub, 1311 Yout Street, to close Charles Street from Douglas Avenue to Yout Street, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2006, for a fundraiser, 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. No alcohol 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 be anchoredto the roadway surface by any means.
G. 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 de | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7114
| A | | SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD FOR ALLOC RAIL SPUR | Resolution | SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD FOR ALLOC RAIL SPUR
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a supplemental agreement with the Union Pacific and City of Racine Basic Agreement Audit Number 212180 of January 27, 1999 which provides for the extension of a spur line to the Alloc Inc. manufacturing complex.
FISCAL NOTE: There will be no cost to the City of Racine. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7115
| A | | AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR SOUTHSIDE INDUSTRIAL PARK SITE | Resolution | DESIGN CONTRACT AMENDMENT FOR SOUTHSIDE INDUSTRIAL PARK
RESOLVED, that Amendment No. 3 on Contract 5-05 (K5-005), Professional Services - Design of Jacobsen-Textron Redevelopment Site, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $4,008.00.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from TID No. 10.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7116
| A | | SUBMIT GREEN SPACE AND PUBLIC FACILITIES GRANT TO WISCONSIN DNR | Resolution | SUBMIT GREEN SPACE AND PUBLIC FACILITIES GRANT TO WISCONSIN DNR
WHEREAS, the City of Racine recognizes that the remediation and redevelopment of brownfields is an important part of protecting Wisconsin's resources; and
WHEREAS, in this action, the City of Racine has declared its intent to complete the Brownfield Green Space and Public Facilities Grant activities described in the application if awarded funds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Racine has declared its intent to maintain the grant property for the end use specified in the application; and
WHEREAS, the City of Racine will maintain records documenting all grant activities including expenditures made during the Brownfield Green Space and Public Facilities Grant period; and
WHEREAS, the City of Racine will allow employees from the Department of Natural Resources access to inspect the grant site or facility and grant records; and
WHEREAS, the City of Racine will submit a final report to the Department summarizing all grant activities which will accompany the final payment request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7117
| A | | REVISED PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR RACINE STREET RECONSTRUCTION | Resolution | REVISED PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR RACINE STREET RECONSTRUCTION
RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to sign, on behalf of the City of Racine, the revised project agreement for the Racine Street Reconstruction, Project ID No. 2350-10-00/20/70.
FISCAL NOTE: The revised project agreement will result in an increase in the City share of $406,000.00 to $707,125.00 due to an increase in the overall project from $3,103.00.00 to $4,851,900.00. Funding is available in the 2006 Capital Improvement Project budget to cover the increase in cost due to the revised project agreement. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7118
| A | | FINAL PAYMENT FOR 2005 CITY RESURFACING CONTRACT | Resolution | FINAL PAYMENT FOR 2005 CITY RESURFACING CONTRACT
RESOLVED, that the work of Payne & Dolan, Inc., under Contract 36-05 (K5-043), 2005 City Resurfacing, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $767,144.17.
FISCAL NOTE: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6575 of July 19, 2005. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7119
| A | | THREE PARTY AGREEMENT FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF OHIO, 16TH & 21ST STREET | Resolution | THREE PARTY AGREEMENT FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF OHIO, 16TH & 21ST STREETS
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a three-party agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Clark Dietz, Inc. for preparing plans and specifications for the reconstruction of Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street, for the not-to-exceed cost of $200,015.51, which is funded 80%, or $160,012.41, by the State of Wisconsin, and 20%, or $40,003.10, by the City of Racine.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the 2007 CIP.
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7120
| A | | WALKER SITE PARKING FOR SPIRIT OF RACINE TRIATHLON | Resolution | WALKER SITE PARKING FOR SPIRIT OF RACINE TRIATHLON
RESOLVED, that permission be granted to the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau to use the City owned property, commonly referred to as the Walker Site, for special event parking on Sunday, July 23, 2006, in connection with the Spirit of Racine Triathlon with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to the event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; and,
D. The sponsor pay the City $1.50 for each car that is allowed to park on this public property.
FISCAL NOTE: The City of Racine will share a percentage of the proceeds which the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau obtains through charging for parking on this property. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7121
| A | | 2006 CMAQ MARKETING CONTRACT FOR BELLE URBAN SYSTEM | Resolution | 2006 CMAQ MARKETING CONTRACT FOR BELLE URBAN SYSTEM
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute, on behalf of the City of Racine, the 2006 Section 5307 Assistance Contract between the State of Wisconsin and the City of Racine (CMAQ) for the Belle Urban System.
FISCAL NOTE: The contract provides $86,266 in federal funds for marketing of the Belle Urban System. | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7122
| A | | WAIVE FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR PURCHASE OF FAREBOXES FOR BELLE URBAN SYSTEM | Resolution | WAIVE FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR PURCHASE OF FAREBOXES FOR BELLE URBAN SYSTEM
RESOLVED, that formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with GFI Genfare for the acquisition of Ticket Reader/Issue Machine (TRiM) for the fareboxes on Belle Urban System buses, including 27 units, spare parts, training transfer cards and miscellaneous expenses, at a cost not to exceed $145,000, with 80% of the cost of the units to be provided by Federal Capital Grants WI-03-0080, WI-03-0084, and WI-03-0091, and City of Racine CIP Capital projects Account 105.900.5010 (20%).
FISCAL NOTE: Funds are available as delineated above. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.06-7123
| A | | 2005 AUDIT OF THE RACINE WASTEWATER UTILITY | Resolution | 2005 AUDIT OF THE RACINE WASTEWATER UTILITY
RESOLVED, that the 2005 audit of the Racine Wastewater Utility as presented by Clifton-Gunderson be approved.
FISCAL NOTE: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7124
| A | | 2005 AUDIT WATERWORKS | Resolution | 2005 AUDIT OF RACINE WATER UTILITY
RESOLVED, that the 2005 audit of the Racine Water Utility as presented by Clifton-Gunderson be approved.
FISCAL NOTE: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7125
| A | | EASEMENT FROM WE ENERGIES FOR NEWMAN ROAD BOOSTER STATION | Resolution | EASEMENT FROM WE ENERGIES FOR NEWMAN ROAD BOOSTER STATION
RESOLVED, that the General Manager be authorized and directed to sign the easement agreement from WE Energies relating to the Newman Road Booster Station project on behalf of the City of Racine.
FISCAL NOTE: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7126
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 2625 N GREEN BAY ROAD | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 2625 N GREEN BAY ROAD
RESOLVED, that the request from Michael Jensen seeking a conditional use permit to establish a business at 2625 N. Green Bay Road conducting automobile towing, storage, repair, and sales be approved, subject to the following:
a. That the plans stamped “Received June 15, 2006” and presented to the Plan Commission on June 28, 2006 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That approval be obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) by Michael Jensen for his proposal and that documentation of FAA approval be provided to the Director of City Development, the Chief Building Inspector, and the appropriate official at Batten International Airport prior to the issuance of permits from the Building Department.
c. That a building permit and occupancy permit be requested from the Building Department prior to the operation of this business at this location.
d. That the following activities are prohibited at this location:
1. Auto body work or auto painting.
2. Vehicle salvage.
3. Outdoor vehicle | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7127
| A | | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR WALGREENS AT 4810 WASHINGTON AVENUE | Resolution | CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR WALGREENS AT 4810 WASHINGTON AVENUE
RESOLVED, that the request from Bob Stell of Limberg Electric, representing Walgreens, seeking a conditional use permit to install a 42 square feet full-color electronic reader board at 4810 Washington Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the request for a full color electronic reader board be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That plans be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval that illustrate the elimination of the existing pylon sign and structure and their replacement with a monument sign that includes a full-color electronic reader board. Total square footage of the monument sign shall not exceed that of the existing pylon.
c. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired from the Building Department.
d. That prior to the issuance of a sign permit the following shall be accomplished:
1. Cease all outside display and sales, including removal from the property of the propane exch | Adopted | |
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Res.06-7128
| A | | WESTERN DAYS AGREEMENT | Resolution | WESTERN DAYS AGREEMENT
RESOLVED, that permission be granted to the West Racine Business and Professional Association to close the following streets:
Washington Avenue (STH "20") between West Lawn Avenue and West Boulevard on Saturday, July 15, 2006, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the annual Western Days Parade, and Hayes Avenue, from Washington Avenue south to Infusino's driveway, for stationing the Stage on Wheels during Western Days, to be held Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, July 13, 14 and 15, 2006.
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 the 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 $550.00 special event fee.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of Public Works, Chief of Police and City Engineer provide limited assistance, in the interest of publi | Adopted | |
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ZOrd.0003-06
| A | | AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE 710 SIXTH STREET | Zoning Ordinance | AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE 710 SIXTH STREET
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 710 Sixth Street, and more particularly described as follows:
"Lots 5, 6, & West 25 feet of Lot 4 of Block 7 of the Harbor Addition to the City of Racine. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin"
be rezoned from "B-5" Central Service, to "B-4" Central Business, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance.
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
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Ord.27-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 27-06, TO AMEND SEC. 98-85(1) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CITY CONNECTION CHARGE-RESIDENTIAL EQUIVALENT CONNECTION TABLES. | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 27-06, TO AMEND SEC. 98-85(1) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CITY CONNECTION CHARGE-RESIDENTIAL EQUIVALENT CONNECTION TABLES
To amend Sec. 98-85(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to City connection charge - Residential equivalent connection tables.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 98-85(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting "2.00" in the Duplex REC charge and inserting "1.50" in its place.
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
FISCAL NOTE: N/A
Recommendation: Adopt | Referred | |
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Ord.28-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 28-06 TO AMEND SEC. 2-118, REPEAL SEC. 2-120 AND AMEND SEC. 2-121 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ADMINISTRATION. | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 28-06 TO AMEND SEC. 2-118, REPEAL SEC. 2-120 AND AMEND SEC. 2-121 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ADMINISTRATION.
To amend Sec. 2-118, repeal Sec. 2-120, and to amend Sec. 2-121 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Administration - Actions on resolutions; Alderman included in reference; notice of consideration; Motions which take precedence.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 2-118 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the second sentence in the paragraph.
Part 2:
Sec. 2-120 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed.
Part 3:
Sec. 2-121 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the phrase "to receive and file," before the phrase "to lay on the table" in the third line.
Part 4:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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May | Referred | |
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Ord.29-06
| A | | ORDINANCE NO. 29-06, TO AMEND SEC. 94-282(6) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES - VIOLATIONS. | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 29-06, TO AMEND SEC. 94-282(6) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES - VIOLATIONS.
To amend Sec. 94-282(6) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and vehicles - Violations.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 94-282(6) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following at the end of the paragraph: ", excepting that no person shall park or allow to be parked any vehicle in the upper or lower levels of Uptown Parking Facility #5 between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m."
Part 2:
This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
FISCAL NOTE: N/A | Referred | |
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