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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/1/2009 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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09-4055 A claim of Emile Mathis IIClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Emile Mathis II for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: The claim of Emile Mathis II, 328 Main Street, claiming reimbursement in the amount of $2,033.00 for April 15, 2009 repair/replacement of the water service line serving at 720 - 8th Street during the reconstruction of the water main in 8th Street be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-4056 A claim of William & Cindy WilsonClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of William Wilson and Cindy Wilson for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: The claim of William and Cindy Wilson, 6815 Redstone Cir., claiming reimbursement of an amount in excess of $500.00 for repair of their vehicle which allegedly slid on snow/ice on Osborne Boulevard on January 14, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
09-4059 A Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for and accept the Youth Gang Diversion 2010 Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2008-046) through the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance in the amount of $91,000.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grant Facilitator requesting permission to apply for and accept the Youth Gang Diversion 2010 Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2008-046) through the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance in the amount of $91,000. (Res.09-1606) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: Permission be granted for the Grant Facilitator to apply for and accept the Youth Gang Diversion 2010 Grant Announcement (Grant Control No. 2008-046) through the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance in the amount of $91,000.00. Fiscal Note: No match is required.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4065 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works / Engineering requesting to transfer funds in the amount of $103,500.00 from account 101.590.5750 - Street Light Pole Removal to account 940.000.5810 - Survey & Design for American Recovery andCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works / Engineering requesting to transfer funds in the amount of $103,500.00 from account 101.590.5750 - Street Light Pole Removal to account 940.000.5810 - Survey & Design for American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Stage 2 & 3 professional services - Contract 41-09. (Res.09-1607) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: $103,500.00 be transferred from account 101.590.5750 - Street Light Pole Removal to account 101.590.5610 - Professional Services - Street Lighting for American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Stage 2 & 3 professional services - Contract 41-09. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4076 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to apply for the Focus on Energy LED Street Retrofit grant.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to apply for the Focus on Energy LED Streetlight Retrofit grant. (Res.09-1608) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: Permission be granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering to apply for the $28,122.00 Focus on Energy LED Streetlight Retrofit grant. The Grant Control Number is 2009-054. Fiscal Note: The estimated project is $445,860.00 and will result in an annual electric cost savings of $44,528.00. The grant is in the estimated amount of $28,122.00 resulting in an estimated 10 year payback. Funds for the project are available through the Federal Stimulus Program, ARRA, EECBG and CDBG-R Programs.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4078 A Demolition 210 Goold StreetCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting a reallocation of funds to cover the demolition of 210 Goold Street. (Res.09-1605) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: Reallocate up to $10,000.00 from the 208 Industrial/Economic Development Fund for the cost of demolition of 210 Goold Street. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the allocation..Referred  Action details Not available
09-4079 A Gorman & Company agreement amendmentCommunicationSubject: Request from Gorman and Company to amend the development agreement for the State at Main Development to increase the tax increment revenue bond by $88,000. (Res.09-1604) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended development agreement with Gorman and Company for the State and Main Street Development Project in Tax Incremental Financing District #13. Fiscal Note: The amended agreement will allow Gorman and Company the ability to possibly recover an additional $88,000 of eligible expenses incurred by the project. The total recoverable amount will increase to $1,888,000.Referred  Action details Not available
09-4080 A Street closure request for Festival Kermes - Independencia de Mexico on Sept 20, 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Emmaus Lutheran Church requesting to close Summit Avenue on September 20, 2009, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. for Festival Kermes - Independencia de Mexico. (Res.09-1593) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-08-09: That Emmaus Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Summit Avenue from English Street to Yout Street, on Sunday, September 20, 2009, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., for their Festival Kermes-Independencia de Mexico. Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implementReferred  Action details Not available
09-3861 A Petition regarding lighting on Lathrop AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Alderman Wisneski of the 12th District submitting a petition from the neighbors of the 700, 800 and 900 blocks of Lathrop Avenue regarding the lighting. (Res.09-1592) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-14-09: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 7-28-09: That the replacement of the six city-owned street lights with decorative lighting units be approved. Further recommends that the item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for funding. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: The item to be referred to the Committee of the Whole with action within two weeks. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-01-2009: the Item be approved with funding to come from the 2009 Contingency Fund. Fiscal Note: The current estimate of additional costs for modifying the outstanding contract for decorative poles and lights is $16,250. The city will also lose an estimated $200 per year savings in utility costs by not utilizing the LEReferred  Action details Not available
09-3966 A Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds and that the Mayor and City Clerk enter into a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the CDC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention ProgrCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds and that the Mayor and City Clerk enter into a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the CDC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. (Grant Control #2009-041) (Res.09-1582) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an $83,317 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Center for Disease and Control Lead Poisoning Prevention Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-041) to be utilized for the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program during the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. Fiscal Note: There is a 50% soft match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3967 A Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds and for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for prescription drug colCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds and for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for prescription drug collection. (Grant Control #2009-042) (Res.09-1583) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $9,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture for the Trade and Consumer Protection Prescription Drug Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-042) to be utilized for prescription drug collection partnering with Racine County Health Departments during the period of April 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: There is an in-kind soft match of $3,000 required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3968 A Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds and for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Racine Healthy Births Healthy Families ProgCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Interim Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds and for the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Racine Healthy Births Healthy Families Program. (Grant Control #2009-043) (Res.09-1584) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $545,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Racine Healthy Births Healthy Families Program (Grant Control #2009-043) to be utilized for the Infant Mortality Prevention Program during the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2011. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3995 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a donation from the Lions Club of Racine Civic Fund to purchase two Burke park benches for the Lockwood Park playground.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a donation from the Lions Club of Racine Civic Fund to purchase two Burke park benches for the Lockwood Park playground. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $500 donation from the Lions Club of Racine to be utilized for the purchase of two Burke park benches for Lockwood Park and a letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4005 A Communication from Kuko Padilla requesting to waive the fee for the use of Pershing Skate Park for the annual "Bike Jam".CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kuko Padilla requesting to waive the fee for the use of Pershing Skate Park for the annual "Bike Jam". (Res.09-1581) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: Permission be granted for the fees to be waived for Kuko Padilla to utilize the Pershing Skate Park for the annual "Bike Jam" on August 29, 2009 with a Hold Harmless Agreement . Fiscal Note: The fee would be $318. Mr. Padilla has maintained the Pershing Skate Park for the last 12 years at no cost to the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4008 A claim of Progressive Insurance (J. Debonis)ClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Progressive Insurance regarding the insured John Debonis for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: Progressive Insurance's claim requesting reimbursement in the amount of $1,999.68 for damages to their insurer's auto,John Debonis, which allegedly ran over a manhole with a dislodged cover on Lathrop Ave. during a rain storm on June 19, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4010 A claim of Mary MyersClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Mary Myers for consideration. Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: The claim of Mary Myers, 2838 Illinois St., requesting reimbursement of $20,000 for cleanup and damaged items in her basement allegedly arising from a sewer backup on June 19, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4011 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a donation from Concept Self Development Center Inc. in the amount of $1,500.00 for King Community Center programming.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to accept a donation from New Concepts Self Development Center Inc. in the amount of $1,500.00 for King Community Center programming. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services accept a $1,500 donation from New Concepts Self Development Center Inc. to be utilized for the King Community Center programming and a letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4015 A City funds advance (HUD) requestCommunicationSubject: A communication from the Director of City Development requesting an advance of city funds to Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant programs to allow the City reimbursement to the grantee in anticipation of receipt of funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. (Res.09-1585) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-24-09: Permission be granted for the City to advance funds to the Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant programs in the amount up to $1,000,000 and the Committee be informed when the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development releases the awarded money to the City. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the advancement.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
05-1353 A Request to install traffic barriers by 3114 Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Item 5 of January 3, 2006, communication from the owner of DeRango's Restaurant, 3114 Washington Avenue requesting the installation of traffic barriers on the north side of Washington Avenue, east of the restaurant. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
06-1516 A Request to replace Sister Cities signs located on the "main road/highway entrances to the city.CommunicationSubject: Item 11 of February 7, 2006, communication from Racine Sister City Planning Council requesting the City replace the present sister cities signs that are located on the "main" road/highway entrances to the City of Racine. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3990 A St. Catherine's High School requesting to close Park Avenue between 12th and 13th Streets on Sunday, September 5, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for an Angel Block Party on Sunday.CommunicationSubject: Communication from St. Catherine's High School requesting to close Park Avenue between 12th and 13th Streets on Sunday, September 5, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for an Angel Block Party. (Res.09-1574) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: That St. Catherine's High School be granted permission to close Park Avenue from 12th Street to 13th Street, on Saturday, September 5, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for an angel block party. 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 pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4014 A Senor de Tlacolula Committee requesting permission to use public right-of-way for a parade to commemorate the Mayordomia del Senor de Tlacolula on September 19, 2009.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Senor de Tlacolula Committee requesting permission to use public right-of-way for a parade to commemorate the Mayordomia del Senor de Tlacolula on September 19, 2009. (Res.09-1575) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: That the Senor de Tlacolula Committee be granted permission to close Park Avenue from 6th Street to Water Street, Water Street from Villa Street to Wisconsin Avenue, and Wisconsin Avenue from 3rd Street to 5th Street, on Saturday, September 19, 2009, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., for the Mayordomia del Senor de Tlacolula parade. 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 pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4017 A Request to review the ordinances related to seasonal alternate side parking.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 4th, 7th, 8th, 12th and 14th Districts requesting to review the ordinances related to seasonal alternate side parking. (Ord.18-09) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: That Section 94-145, Parking prohibited between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.; exceptions, be amended to provide for 7 day-a-week alternate side street parking restrictions to be enforced from December 1st to April 1st of each year. Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4022 A Final payment on Contract 23-08 (K8-027), PS - Bridge Inspection ServicesCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 23-08 (K8-027), PS - Bridge Inspection Services, Ayres Associates, consultant. (Res.09-1577) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: The professional services provided by Ayres Associates under Contract 23-08 (K8-027), Professional Services - Bridge Inspection Services, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $20,747.32. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0790, dated May 6, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4031 A Request for a public hearing for alley improvements bounded by 20th Street, 21st Street, Phillips Avenue and S. Memorial Drive.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering, on behalf of Nancy Teloh (2005 Phillips Ave) and Frank Bado (2045 Phillips Ave), requesting a public hearing for alley improvements bounded by 20th Street, 21st Street, Phillips Avenue and S. Memorial Drive. (Res.09-1586) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: That the prayer of the petitioners be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the alley bounded by 20th Street, 21st Street, Phillips Avenue and S. Memorial Drive. Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4036 A Professional services agreement for Basin KK Dye Water Flooding.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting a professional services agreement for Basin KK Dye Water Flooding. (Res.09-1578) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services for Basin KK Dye Water Flooding, at a price not-to-exceed $14,193.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 287.989.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Various Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4057 A State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 3 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-00-00/2703-00-70, South Memorial Drive (Chicory Rd to Brentwood Ct).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 3 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-00-00/2703-00-70, South Memorial Drive (Chicory Rd to Brentwood Ct). (Res.09-1579) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: That the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering be authorized and directed to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 3 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-00-00/2703-00-70, S. Memorial Drive, from Chicory Road to Brentwood Court. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this construction project is $678,750.00 with $667,890.00 of federal stimulus funds with the City's share being $10,860.00. The City's share of the cost for this project will be included in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4066 A Notice of Intent to Award a Performance Contract to Johnson Controls, Inc. for Energy Conservation and Facility Improvements.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the Notice of Intent to Award a Performance Contract to Johnson Controls, Inc. for Energy Conservation and Facility Improvements. (Res.09-1576) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Energy Conservation and Facility Improvement Performance Contract for the installation of a 36.9 KW Solarvoltaic System and Lighting Improvements at the City Hall Annex in accordance with the proposal as submitted by Johnson Controls, Inc. in the amount of $374,670.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this contract be appropriated from the following accounts: $200,000.00 - Account 989.200.5030, Annex Solar Energy Project $ 35,000.00 - Account 989.200.5010, Annex Retaining Wall Repairs $ 4,670.00 - Account 988.220.5030, CHP Structural Repairs $100,000.00 - WE Energies Grant $ 35,000.00 - Focus on Energy Grant $374,670.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are availabApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4075 A Change Order #7 Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, by Seater Construction Co., Inc.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 7 to Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1580) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 8-25-09: That Change Order No. 7 on Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $45,780.31. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 930.054.5860, Zoo Remodel Phase III. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3952 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to present the bids for Contract 54-09 (K9-055) Replace Softball Lights - Island Park South.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to present the bids for Contract 54-09 (K9-055) Replace Softball Lights - Island Park South. (Res.09-1603) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-10-09: That the bid for replacement lights (Contract 54-09 (K9-055)) be approved if the Finance and Personnel committee can find the additional funding. Further recommends that the request for additional funding be referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 09-08-09: That the following funds be transferred from accounts 988.700.5010, Front End Loader, $1,766.00; 988.700.5050, North Beach Roof, $33,000.00; 988.700.5070, North Beach Restroom Counters, $1,730.00; and 988.700.5080, Raze Colonial Park Classroom, $2,241.00 for a total of $38,737.00 to account 988.710.5020, Replace Island South Lights. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available.ReferredPass Action details Not available
09-3970 A Application of Tango Bar LLC., O. Keith Fair, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 509 Sixth Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: Application of Tango Bar LLC., O. Keith Fair, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 509 Sixth Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-10-09: That the application of Tango Bar LLC., O. Keith Fair, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 509 Sixth Street be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4062 A Request from Fire Chief to waive formal bidding on a new fire dept pumperCommunicationSubject: (Direct referral) The Fire Chief requests the City waive formal bidding, allowing the City's Purchasing Agent to negotiate and sign an agreement with Pierce Fire Apparatus, committing to order a 2010 Fire Pumper. Initiating the process now avoids a significant price increase which begins January 1, 2010. (Res.09-1573) Sixty percent (60%) of the funding is available in account 989.300.5020. The balance to be allocated in the 2010 Bonded Capital Outlay Program, as submitted in 2008. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-24-09: The City waive formal bidding, allowing the City's Purchasing Agent to negotiate and sign an agreement with Pierce Fire Apparatus, committing to order a 2010 Fire Pumper be approved. Fiscal Note: Sixty percent (60%) of the funding is available in account 989-300-5020. The balance to be allocated in the 2010 Bonded Capital Outlay Program as submitted in 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3628 A Communication from Lisa Baker, 1301 Romayne Ave, requesting a school crossing guard at the corner of Goold and Geneva for the 2009-2010 school year.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Lisa Baker, 1301 Romayne Ave, requesting a school crossing guard at the corner of Goold and Geneva for the 2009-2010 school year. (Res. 09-1572) Recommendation (6-15-09): Defer Recommendation (7-20-09): Defer Recommendation (8-17-09): A crossing guard be implemented at the intersection of Geneva Street and Goold Street for the 2009 - 2010 school year. Fiscal Note: Estimated additional salary cost is $4,000.00 with funding needed to be appropriated in Account 101.310.5020, Police - Other Salaries.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3691 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting traffic control in the areas around Harvey and Maple Grove Parks.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting traffic control in the areas around Harvey and Maple Grove Parks. Recommendation (6-15-09): Defer Recommendation (7-20-09): Defer Recommendation (8-17-09): Targeted enforcement be provided in the area and the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3696 A Communication from Eugene Modesti, Modesti Realty (1309 - 1311 High Street), requesting the removal of "One Hour" parking signs on High Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Eugene Modesti, Modesti Realty (1309 - 1311 High Street), requesting the removal of "One Hour" parking signs on High Street. Recommendation (7-20-09): Defer Recommendation (8-17-09): All parking restrictions be removed on High Street, both sides, from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to Charles Street. Fiscal Note: There is a nominal cost to remove these signs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3789 A Communication from Bennett Olson, 4401 Lindermann Ave, requesting the placement of a stop sign on Lindermann Avenue between Ohio and Indiana Streets.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Bennett Olson, 4401 Lindermann Ave, requesting the placement of a stop sign on Lindermann Avenue between Ohio and Indiana Streets. Recommendation (7-20-09): Defer Recommendation (8-17-09): Targeted enforcement be provided in the area and the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4039 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 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of the MunicipalCommunicationSubject: 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 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking at any time" be amended: By Deleting: 1. High Street, south side, from 150 feet east of Charles Street east 60 feet. 2. High Street, north side, from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to Charles Street. B. Recommends that Section 94-143 (8) of Schedule G of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "One-hour parking from 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., except Sundays and holidays" be amended: By Deleting: 1. High Street, south side, from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to Charles Street.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3825 A Communication from the Executive Director of PTMR requesting permission to relocate the bus stop at Douglas north of Hamilton to the south.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Executive Director of PTMR requesting permission to relocate the bus stop at Douglas north of Hamilton to the south. Recommendation of Transit and Parking (7-29-09): To approve the relocation of the bus stop at Douglas north of Hamilton to the south. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (8-17-09): Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4060 A CUP 3425 Kinzie AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Ray Sanin of Copy Cat Music seeking a conditional use permit to operate a music instruction and sales facility at 3425 Kinzie Avenue. (Res.09-1587) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-26-09: That the item be Approved subject to staff conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4064 A Ord. No. 16-09 Purchase Incentive ProgramCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Ordinance No. 16-09 relating to Purchase Incentive Program for municipal employees who are non-residents or renters. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-26-09: That the item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3840 A JML Healthcare LOF RequestCommunicationSubject: Request of JML Healthcare Services LLC for HOME Housing Investment Partnerships Funding. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-27-09: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3961 A SAFE Haven CDBG funds transfer requestCommunicationSubject: Request of SAFE Haven, Inc. to transfer Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the Gang Crime Diversion Task Force to re-roofing the Safe Passage house, 1600 West Sixth Street. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-27-09: That the request of SAFE Haven, Inc. to transfer funds be denied. Fiscal Note: Funds are subject to recapture to the Local Option Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-3964 A PNL HOME funds requestCommunicationSubject: Request of Project New Life Community Development Corporation for additional HOME Housing Investment Partnerships funds. (Res.09-1589) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-27-09: That up to $45,677 in HOME Housing Investment Partnership funds be granted to Project New Life Community Development Corporation to complete renovation of 1017 Marquette Street. Fiscal Note: HOME funds are available in the amount recommended.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4004 A RIC CDBG RevisionCommunicationSubject: Request of the Racine Interfaith Coalition to revise the scope of services and program budget of a CDBG-funded activity. (Res.09-1590) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-27-09: That the scope of services and budget of the Violence No More program be revised to include training in web design, photography and graphic arts and coordinated with the George Bray and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. community centers. Fiscal Note: There is no change in the amount of funds allocated to this activity.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4016 A Choose Racine Home Purchase ProgramCommunicationSubject: Request to establish a Choose Racine Home Purchase Program for city, county, and school district employees. (Res.09-1588) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on August 20, 2009: That the Common Council establish a Choose Racine home purchase program through which eligible employees of the city, county, school district, technical college and employees of the state may purchase city-owned homes at 50% of the listed price. Fiscal Note: The program will broaden the market for homes that are already in city ownership and listed for sale. No additional costs will be incurred because of the program.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
09-4077 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appoinments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appoinments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Mr James DeMatthew 2908 Chatham Street Racine WI 53402 to the Civic Centre Commission filling the current vacancy for a term expiring May 1, 2011Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1572 A Approval for crossing guard for the 2009-2010 school year at intersection of Geneva Street and Goold StreetResolutionApproval for crossing guard for the 2009-2010 school year at intersection of Geneva Street and Goold Street Resolved, that a crossing guard be implemented at the intersection of Geneva Street and Goold Street for the 2009-2010 school year. Fiscal Note: Estimated additional salary cost is $4,000.00 with funds appropriated from Account 101.310.5020, Police - Other Salaries.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1573 A Waive formal bidding procedures and authorize Purchasing Agent to negotiate and sign agreement with Pierce Fire Apparatus for 2010 Fire PumperResolutionWaive formal bidding procedures and authorize Purchasing Agent to negotiate and sign agreement with Pierce Fire Apparatus for 2010 Fire Pumper Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate and sign an agreement with Pierce Fire Apparatus, committing to order a 2010 Fire Pumper. Fiscal Note: Sixty percent (60%) of the funding is available in Account 989-300-5020. The balance to be allocated in the 2010 Bonded Capital Outlay Program as submitted in 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1574 A St. Catherine's High School granted permission to close Park Avenue for Angel Block PartyResolutionSt. Catherine's High School granted permission to close Park Avenue for Angel Block Party Resolved, that St. Catherine's High School be granted permission to close Park Avenue from 12th Street to 13th Street, on Saturday, September 5, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for an angel block party. 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 pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1575 A Senor de Tlacolula Committee granted permission to close Park Avenue on September 19 for a paradeResolutionSenor de Tlacolula Committee granted permission to close Park Avenue on September 19 for a parade Resolved, that the Senor de Tlacolula Committepermission to close Park Avenue from 6th Street to Water Street, Water Street from Villa Street to Wisconsin Avenue, and Wisconsin Avenue from 3rd Street to 5th Street, on Saturday, September 19, 2009, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., for the Mayordomia del Senor de Tlacolula parade. 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 pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event. e be grantedAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1576 A Permission to enter into Energy Conservation and Facility Improvement Contract for lighting improvements at City Hall Annex with Johnson ControlsResolutionPermission to enter into Energy Conservation and Facility Improvement Contract for lighting improvements at City Hall Annex with Johnson Controls Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Energy Conservation and Facility Improvement Performance Contract for the installation of a 36.9 KW Solarvoltaic System and Lighting Improvements at the City Hall Annex in accordance with the proposal as submitted by Johnson Controls, Inc. in the amount of $374,670.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of this contract be appropriated from the following accounts: $200,000.00 - Account 989.200.5030, Annex Solar Energy Project $ 35,000.00 - Account 989.200.5010, Annex Retaining Wall Repairs $ 4,670.00 - Account 988.220.5030, CHP Structural Repairs $100,000.00 - WE Energies Grant $ 35,000.00 - Focus on Energy Grant $374,670.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1577 A Professional services provided by Ayres Associates under Contract 23-08 (K8-027), Bridge Inspection Services, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional services provided by Ayres Associates under Contract 23-08 (K8-027), Bridge Inspection Services, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the professional services provided by Ayres Associates under Contract 23-08 (K8-027), Professional Services - Bridge Inspection Services, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $20,747.32. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0790, dated May 6, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1578 A Professional Services Agreement with AECOM for Basin KK Dye Water Flooding be approvedResolutionProfessional Services Agreement with AECOM for Basin KK Dye Water Flooding be approved Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services for Basin KK Dye Water Flooding, at a price not-to-exceed $14,193.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 287.989.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Various Locations. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1579 A Permission to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 3 Local ARRA 2010, S. Memorial Drive ProjectResolutionPermission to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 3 Local ARRA 2010, S. Memorial Drive Project Resolved, that the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering be authorized and directed to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for Stage 3 Local ARRA 2010, State ID: 2703-00-00/2703-00-70, S. Memorial Drive, from Chicory Road to Brentwood Court. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this construction project is 4678,750.00 with $667,890.00 of federal stimulus funds with the City's share being $10,860.00. The City's share of the cost for this project will be included in the 2010 Capital Improvement Program.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1580 A Change Order No. 7 to Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, Seater Construction, be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 7 to Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, Seater Construction, be approved Resolved, that Change Order No. 7 on Contract 52-07 (K7-061), Remodel Racine Zoological Gardens, Phase III, Seater Construction Co., Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $45,780.31. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 930.054.5860, Zoo Remodel Phase III. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1581 A Permission to waive fees for "Bike Jam" at Pershing Park Skate Park contingent on entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with the CityResolutionPermission to waive fees for "Bike Jam" at Pershing Park Skate Park contingent on entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with the City Resolved, that permission be granted for the fees to be waived for Kuko Padilla to utilize the Pershing Skate Park for the annual "Bike Jam" on August 29, 2009 with a Hold Harmless Agreement . Fiscal Note: The fee would be $318. Mr. Padilla has maintained the Pershing Skate Park for the last 12 years at no cost to the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1582 A Permission to accept funds and enter into contract with Wisconsin Department of Health Services for CDC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention ProgramResolutionPermission to accept funds and enter into contract with Wisconsin Department of Health Services for CDC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Resolved, that permission be granted to accept funds, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an $83,317 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Center for Disease and Control Lead Poisoning Prevention Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-041) to be utilized for the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program during the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. Fiscal Note: There is a 50% soft match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1583 A Permission to accept funds and enter into contract with Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for prescription drug collectionResolutionPermission to accept funds and enter into contract with Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for prescription drug collection Resolved, that permission be granted to accept funds, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $9,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture for the Trade and Consumer Protection Prescription Drug Grant (Grant Control No. 2009-042) to be utilized for prescription drug collection partnering with Racine County Health Departments during the period of April 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. Fiscal Note: There is an in-kind soft match of $3,000 required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1584 A Permission to accept funds and enter into contract with Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Racine Healthy Births Healthy Families ProgramResolutionPermission to accept funds and enter into contract with Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Racine Healthy Births Healthy Families Program Resolved, that permission be granted to accept funds, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $545,000 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Racine Healthy Births Healthy Families Program (Grant Control #2009-043) to be utilized for the Infant Mortality Prevention Program during the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2011. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1585 A Permission to advance funds to Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant programsResolutionPermission to advance funds to Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant programs Resolved, that permission be granted for the City to advance funds to the Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant programs in the amount up to $1,000,000, and the Committee be informed when the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development releases the awarded money to the City. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the advancement.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1586 A Preliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and DamagesResolutionPreliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and Damages Resolved, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin: 1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under §. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s): All property fronting upon both sides: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Alley bounded by 20th Street, 21st Street, Phillips Avenue and South Memorial Drive. 2. Said public improvement shall consist of PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING. 3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements. 4. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten (10) annual installments. 5. The Commissioner of Public Works is directed to prepare a report consisting of: a. Preliminary or final plans and specAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1587 A Conditional Use Permit to operate a music instruction and sales facility at 3425 Kinzie Avenue be approvedResolutionConditional Use Permit to operate a music instruction and sales facility at 3425 Kinzie Avenue be approved Resolved, that the request of Ray Sanin for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a music instruction and sales facility at 3425 Kinzie Avenue be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans dated August 11 and August 17, 2009, and presented to the Plan Commission on August 26, 2009, be approved subject to the conditions of section 114-274 (13), Municipal Code of Ordinances, and the conditions contained herein. b. That the hours that the business is open to the public are: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; closed on Sunday. c. That signage is limited to the window signage described in the submitted plans. d. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. e. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Director of City Development, and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the PlAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1589 A Additional funds be granted to Project New Life Community Development Corporation for renovation of 1017 Marquette StreetResolutionAdditional funds be granted to Project New Life Community Development Corporation for renovation of 1017 Marquette Street Resolved, that up to $45,677 in HOME Housing Investment Partnership funds be granted to Project New Life Community Development Corporation to complete renovation of 1017 Marquette Street. Fiscal Note: HOME funds are available in the amount recommended.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1590 A Permission granted to revise scope of services and program budget of Violence No More ProgramResolutionPermission granted to revise scope of services and program budget of Violence No More Program Resolved, that the scope of services and budget of the Violence No More program be revised to include training in web design, photography and graphic arts and coordinated with the George Bray and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. community centers. Fiscal Note: There is no change in the amount of funds allocated to this activity.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.09-1588 A Permission granted to establish a Chose Racine Program for sale of city-owned homes to qualified employees of the City of Racine, Racine County, Racine Unified School District, and Gateway Technical CollegeResolutionPermission granted to establish a Chose Racine Program for sale of city-owned homes to qualified employees of the City of Racine, Racine County, Racine Unified School District, and Gateway Technical College Resolved, that there is hereby established a Chose Racine program for sale of city-owned homes to qualified employees of the City of Racine, Racine County, Racine Unified School District, and Gateway Technical College. Further resolved, that the program shall have the following characteristics and eligibility criteria: An eligible employee is a person employed by one of the governmental units who does not currently reside in the City of Racine or who rents a residence in the City of Racine. The home would be sold to the employee for 50% of the list price of the home, on the condition that the employee resides in the home for five (5) years. Compliance with this condition would be secured by a recorded mortgage and/or deed restriction. The employee would have to demonstrate financial capacity and/or creditworthiness sufficient for any home improvements that areAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.18-09 A Ordinance No. 18-09 To repeal and recreate Section 94-145 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Parking Regulations; Parking prohibited between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.; exceptions.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 18-09 To repeal and recreate Section 94-145 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Parking Regulations; Parking prohibited between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.; exceptions. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Section 94-145 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows: “Sec. 94-145. Parking prohibited between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.; exceptions. The operator or owner of any vehicle shall not park such vehicle between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on any street in the city, except that this prohibition shall not apply to the following: (1) Any Saturday or Sunday morning excepting from December 1st to April 1st of each year. (2) Any holiday as designated in Section 94-20. (3) Those blocks where parking is prohibited along one entire side. (4) The even-numbered side of any street on the morning of any even-numbered day. (5) The odd-numbered side of any street on the morning of any odd-numbered day. (6) Those blocks wReferred  Action details Not available