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Ord.04-07
| A | 1. | Ordinance No. 4-07
To amend Sec. 114-1, repeal and recreate Sec. 114-468 (20), repeal Sec. 114-487 (24), and amend Sec. 114-488 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Pawnbrokers; Conditional Uses. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 4-07
To amend Sec. 114-1, repeal and recreate Sec. 114-468 (20), repeal Sec. 114-487 (24), and amend Sec. 114-488 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Pawnbrokers; Conditional Uses.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 114-1 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following definition after the definition for “parking space”:
“Pawnbroker business means any business that engages in the business of lending money on the deposit or pledge of any article or jewelry, or purchasing any article or jewelry with an expressed or implied agreement or understanding to sell it back at a subsequent time at a stipulated price.”
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Sec. 114-468 (20) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows:
“(20) Pawnbroker businesses, provided that no other pawnbroker business is located within two thousand five hundred (2,500) feet and the business is located at least two hundred fifty (250) feet from a re | | |
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07-0260
| A | 2. | Building Report February 2007. | Communication | Subject: Monthly Building Report February 2007. | Approved as Presented | |
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07-0236
| A | 4. | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department; further requesting that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smar | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department; further requesting that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smart Technologies for this purchase.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smart Technologies for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department and that formal bidding be waived.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensig Committee of 03-12-07: That formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with a local vendor that is under government contract for this purchase.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is estimated at $9,999 and is available in Account 211.000.5950. | Referred | |
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07-0236
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department; further requesting that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smar | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department; further requesting that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smart Technologies for this purchase.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Smart Technologies for the purchase of an interactive "Smart Board" for the Racine Police Department and that formal bidding be waived.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensig Committee of 03-12-07: That formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with a local vendor that is under government contract for this purchase.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is estimated at $9,999 and is available in Account 211.000.5950. | Referred | |
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07-0237
| A | 5. | accept a brownfields grant from the Wisconsin Dept. of Commerce for the Thompson Building redevelopment. | Communication | Subject:Request from the Director of City Development that the City of Racine accept a brownfields grant from the Wisconsin Dept. of Commerce for the Thompson Building redevelopment.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the City of Racine accept a brownfields grant from the Wisconsin Dept. of Commerce for the Thompson Building redevelopment in the amount of $60,300.00, and that the Mayor & City Clerk be authorized to execute a grant agreement.
Fiscal Note: The required match will be provided from TID No. 12. | Referred | |
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07-0238
| A | 6. | Funds Transfer | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting a transfer of funds to pay for laboratory services to be provided by Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare due to the closing of the laboratory.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Permission granted to transfer $20,000 from Salaries (101.490.5010) to Professional Services (101.490.5610).
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds for this transfer. | Referred | |
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07-0249
| A | 7. | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee and the Cemetery Commission for permission to use additional funds from the Cemetery's maintenance fund and Crypt fund for 2007 projects. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee and the Cemetery Commission for permission to use additional funds from the Cemetery's maintenance fund and Crypt fund for 2007 projects.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Cemeterty Commission on 3-19-07: Necessary repairs to the War Memorial. Alderman Weidner moved and Dale Slaasted seconded the motion to approve the transfer of funds from the Cemetery Maintenance Fund and the Crypt Fund to complete the previously started projects. Amounts authorized from the maintenance Fund $99,000.00 for completion of the Mound Cemetery Building, $106,000.00 for the War Memorial projects, and from the Crypt Fund $44,000.00 for a total of $249,000.00. Motion Passed.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: $270,000 be transferred as follows:
Transfer from:
Cemetery’s Maintenance fund balance $205,000
Cemetery’s Crypt fund balance | Referred | |
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07-0251
| A | 8. | Request of the Derby Director of Racine Area Soap Box Derby to waive the fee to close the road for the following dates: May 11, 12 & 13, June 15 & 16, and September 7, 8 & 9. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Derby Director of Racine Area Soap Box Derby to waive the fee to close the road for the following dates: May 11, 12 & 13, June 15 & 16, and September 7, 8 & 9.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: The Racine Area Soap Box Derby is to pay $101 per event for a total of $303.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0254
| A | 9. | Request for Permission to Accept a Donation of Stock Certificates | Communication | Subject: A communication from the Fire Chief Hansen requesting permission to accept the donation of stock certificates to be used in the purchase of four Thermo Imaging Cameras for the Racine Fire Department. It is also requested that the Finance Director be authorized to set up the necessary accounts to facilitate this donation.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to accept a donation of stock certificates which are valued at approximately $25,000, and that the Finance Director be authorized to set up the necessary accounts to facilitate this donation.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That Fire Chief Hansen be granted permission to accept the donation of stock certificates to be used in the purchase of three Thermo Imaging Cameras for the Racine Fire Department.
Fiscal Note: Donation to be placed in Account 711.000.5950. | Referred | |
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07-0254
| A | | Request for Permission to Accept a Donation of Stock Certificates | Communication | Subject: A communication from the Fire Chief Hansen requesting permission to accept the donation of stock certificates to be used in the purchase of four Thermo Imaging Cameras for the Racine Fire Department. It is also requested that the Finance Director be authorized to set up the necessary accounts to facilitate this donation.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to accept a donation of stock certificates which are valued at approximately $25,000, and that the Finance Director be authorized to set up the necessary accounts to facilitate this donation.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That Fire Chief Hansen be granted permission to accept the donation of stock certificates to be used in the purchase of three Thermo Imaging Cameras for the Racine Fire Department.
Fiscal Note: Donation to be placed in Account 711.000.5950. | Referred | |
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07-0261
| A | 10. | Director of Human Resource wishing to discuss updating employment status and allocation of benefits for non-reps. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Human Resources requesting an opportunity to discuss updating employment status and allocation of benefits for Non-represented employees.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Item to be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: The item to be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-07: The part-time non-represented employee benefit allocation plan be adopted as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds have been allocated to cover the plan. | Referred | |
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07-0264
| A | 11. | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee to disucss the use of remaining contingency funds from Monument Square Site & Landscaping Improvement Project. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services wishing to discuss the use of the remaining funds from Monument Square site & the landscaping improvement project.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: Permission granted for the Director of Parks Recreation and Cultural Services to utilize the remaining contingency funds from the Monument Square site and Landscaping Improvement Project to further enhance Monument Square.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the enhancement. | Referred | |
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07-0266
| A | 12. | Request of Por La Gente Association, for the use of Chavez Community Center at a reduced rate for their basketball invitational tournament. | Communication | Subject: Request of Por La Gente Association, for the use of Chavez Community Center at a reduced rate for their basketball invitational tournament.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: To reduce the fee to half of the standard hourly rate.
Fiscal Note: | Referred | |
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07-0269
| A | 13. | Discuss transfers to cover operating shortfalls in the Building Complex Internal Service Fund | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to discuss transfers to cover operating shortfalls in the Building Complex Internal Service Fund.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Permission be granted to the Finance Director to transfer sufficient funds to cover operating shortfalls in the Building Complex Internal Service Fund in the amount of $330,000.
Fiscal Note: Funding for these transfers is available in Account 101.990.5970. | Referred | |
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07-0270
| A | 14. | Discuss annual carry forwards of unspent 2006 appropriations to 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to discuss annual carry forwards of unspent 2006 appropriations to 2007.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03-26-07: The remaining 2006 encumbered and various other funds be carried forward to 2007.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available to be carried forward. A detailed list of all carry-forwards is available in the Finance Department. | Referred | |
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07-0271
| A | 15. | Discuss the issuance of an annual reimbursement resolution for current year capital projects. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director wishing to discuss the issuance of an annual reimbursement resolution for current year capital projects.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: Item to be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-9-07: Item to be deferred.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-23-07: Item to be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0160
| A | 16. | 2035 Regional Transportation System Plan | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting "A Regional Transportation System Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035" from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): That "A Regional Transportation System Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035" from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission be approved.
Further recommend that the item be referred to the City Plan Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: That the Common Council endorse the Regional Transportation Plan 2035 by resolution.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0160
| A | | 2035 Regional Transportation System Plan | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting "A Regional Transportation System Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035" from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): That "A Regional Transportation System Plan for Southeastern Wisconsin: 2035" from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission be approved.
Further recommend that the item be referred to the City Plan Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: That the Common Council endorse the Regional Transportation Plan 2035 by resolution.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0208
| A | 17. | Request to close alleys behind 424 N. Memorial Drive for Wayman Fest on July 28, 2007 and July 29, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Pastor of Wayman A.M.E. Church requesting permission to close the alleys behind 424 N. Memorial Drive for their annual Wayman Fest on July 28, 2007 and July 29, 2007.
Recommendation: Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church be granted permission to close the north-south alley behind 424 N. Memorial Drive, for their annual festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29, 2007, 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 $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 | Referred | |
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07-0233
| A | 18. | Pentacost Lutheran Church request to close Jerome Boulevard on August 18, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Pentecost Lutheran Church requesting permission to close Jerome Boulevard, between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue, on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m., for their 6th Annual Neighborhood Block Party.
Recommendation: Pentecost Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Jerome Boulevard, between Coolidge Avenue and Case Avenue, for an event on Saturday, August 18, 2007, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., in accordance with their request.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed.
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 implemen | Referred | |
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07-0234
| A | 19. | High Street Association requesting higher wattage lights. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the High Street Association requesting that higher wattage lights be installed on High Street between Douglas Avenue and Main Street.
Recommendation: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-0256
| A | 20. | Fouth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of 4th Fest of Greater Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): Permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain city streets on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to hold the 2007 Independence Day Parade.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 7:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and both the Main Street and State Street Bridges on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 9:05 p.m. to 10:40 p.m., for the Fourth Fest activities.
Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close Goold Street, Yout Street, English Street, High Street, St. Patrick St | Referred | |
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07-0256
| A | | Fouth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of 4th Fest of Greater Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): Permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain city streets on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to hold the 2007 Independence Day Parade.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 7:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and both the Main Street and State Street Bridges on Tuesday, July 4, 2007, from 9:05 p.m. to 10:40 p.m., for the Fourth Fest activities.
Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close Goold Street, Yout Street, English Street, High Street, St. Patrick St | Referred | |
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07-0268
| A | 21. | Lighthouse Run | Communication | Subject: Item 14 of March 7, 2006, communication from the YMCA requesting to use city right-of-way and Monument Square on June 16, 2007 for the 29th annual Lighthouse Run.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain city streets for the period of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 16, 2007, and to close the following streets:
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street
Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street
State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic)
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street
Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. on Satu | Referred | |
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07-0268
| A | | Lighthouse Run | Communication | Subject: Item 14 of March 7, 2006, communication from the YMCA requesting to use city right-of-way and Monument Square on June 16, 2007 for the 29th annual Lighthouse Run.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (3-13-07): Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain city streets for the period of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 16, 2007, and to close the following streets:
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street
Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street
State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic)
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street
Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. on Satu | Referred | |
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07-0241
| A | 22. | 9th District Alderman requesting to discuss concerns regarding the expired City contract with P.A.M., the firm which handles parking ticket collections. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 7th & 9th District Aldermen requesting to discuss concerns regarding the expired City contract with P.A.M., the firm which handles parking ticket collections.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: The item be referred to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the item be referred to the Committee of the Whole and returned to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee, with their recommendation.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 06-17-07: That staff enter into negotiations with Duncan Solutions (aka Professional Account Management) for a new 2 year contract, and report back to the Finance & Personnel Committee and the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 5-year contract with Citation Management, also known as Professional Account Management LLC, for the processing of parking citation collection and an eva | Referred | |
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07-0241
| A | | 9th District Alderman requesting to discuss concerns regarding the expired City contract with P.A.M., the firm which handles parking ticket collections. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 7th & 9th District Aldermen requesting to discuss concerns regarding the expired City contract with P.A.M., the firm which handles parking ticket collections.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: The item be referred to the Committee of the Whole.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the item be referred to the Committee of the Whole and returned to the Public Safety & Licensing Committee, with their recommendation.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 06-17-07: That staff enter into negotiations with Duncan Solutions (aka Professional Account Management) for a new 2 year contract, and report back to the Finance & Personnel Committee and the Public Safety & Licensing Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-12-08: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 5-year contract with Citation Management, also known as Professional Account Management LLC, for the processing of parking citation collection and an eva | Referred | |
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07-0253
| A | 23. | Application of J & A, LLC, Kenneth R. Meyer, Agent for Bar 44, 1300 N. Main Street, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License. | Communication | Subject: (Change of Agent) Application of J & A, LLC (Bar 44), Kenneth R. Meyer, Agent, for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1300 N. Main Street. (4th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the Change of Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0267
| A | 24. | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering wishing to discuss the installation of right-turn only at the intersection of Racine Street and Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering wishing to discuss the installation of right-turn only at the intersection of Racine Street and Washington Avenue.
Recommendation: Recommends that the request to install a mandatory right turn lane on Racine Street, northbound, to Washington Avenue, eastbound, and 11th Street, eastbound, be granted.
Further recommends that Section 94-94, Mandatory right turns, be amended to include; The operator of a vehicle proceeding northerly on Racine Street and approaching Washington Avenue shall turn right onto Washington Avenue and shall not proceed in any other direction.
Further recommends that Section 94-94, Mandatory right turns, be amended to include; The operator of a vehicle proceeding northerly on Racine Street and approaching 11th Street in the lane furthest to the right shall turn right onto 11th Street and shall not proceed in any other direction.
Fiscal Note: There will be a nominal cost to sign this location. | Referred | |
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07-0258
| A | 25. | OIC facility at 1020 Washington Avenue | Communication | Subject: Executive Director of OIC of Racine County, requesting extension and amendment of the scope of services of their 2004 Community Development Block Grant agreement to improve the OIC facility at 1020 Washington Avenue.
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-21-07: To deny the request for extension and amendment; return the balance of the funds to the Local Option Fund.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0255
| A | 26. | Request of SkyLink Networks, Inc. to discuss placing a cellular tower at Lockwood Park. | Communication | Subject: Request of SkyLink Networks, Inc. to discuss placing a cellular tower at Lockwood Park.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 3-14-07: that the request be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 5-9-07: that the request be deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 8-8-07: that staff work with the City Plan Commission and other City offices to move forward with Skylinks/T-Mobile to negotiate the plan to have a cell tower at Lockwood Park to include the following conditions: easement arrangement, public input from neighbors and suitable compensation to the City.
Fiscal Note: To be determined
Recommendation of City Development on 7-09-08: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0235
| A | 27. | Group Re-Designation of Racine Landmarks. | Communication | Subject: Group Re-Designation of Racine Landmarks.
Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation on March 8, 2007: That an ordinance be created to add to Chapter 58 of the Municipal Code provisions for the re-designation of landmarks designated prior to January 1, 2006.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0265
| A | 28. | designate the 1100 block of Lake Avenue as a historic district. | Communication | Subject: Request to designate the 1100 block of Lake Avenue as a historic district.
Recommendation of Landmarks Preservation Commission on March 8, 2007: That the nomination process commence.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-0130
| A | 30. | Director of the City Library requesting reimbursement of $6,876 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of the City Library requesting reimbursement of $6,876 from costs stemming from the Mobile Library broken into, items stolen and an alarm system installed into the Mobile Library.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2-12-07: Reimbursement of $6,876 be paid to the city Library for costs stemming from the Mobile Library break in.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-26-07: To amend the recommendation by deleting the reimbursed amount of $6,876 and inserting $6001 to be paid to the City Librarian for the costs of materials stolen resulting from a break-in at the Mobile Library parked at the DPW garage lot.
Fiscal Note: Funds will be appropriated from Account 101.990.5970, Contingency. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Ord.02-07
| A | 31. | Ordinance No. 2-07
To repeal and recreate Sec. 66-566 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Issuance of Worthless Checks - Prohibition. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 2-07
To repeal and recreate Sec. 66-566 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Issuance of Worthless Checks - Prohibition.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 66-566 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows:
“Sec. 66-566. Prohibitions.
It shall be unlawful for anyone to issue a check or other order for the payment of money that, at the time of issuance, the person intends shall not be paid.”
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: ____________________
City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2-12-07: Refer to Public Safety and Licensing Committee as this is a law enforcement issue as opposed to a municipal finance issue.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on | Referred | |
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07-0178
| A | 32. | The City of Racine's Fair Housing Department is requesting the donated $1000 dollars from SC Johnson to be donated to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network. | Communication | Subject: The City of Racine's Fair Housing Department is requesting the $1000 donation from SC Johnson to be donated to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-26-07: Permission granted for the Director of Fair Housing to accept from S.C. Johnson a $1,000 donation, on behalf of the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network, to be utilized for the State Fair Housing conference on April 19 - 20, 2007 and an appropriate letter of thanks be sent.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0195
| A | 33. | Requesting permission to have Terry Maier, Senior Account, and Joy Hansche, Account, be designated as signers on all accounts associated with the Assets for Independence Demonstration Program (IDA) grant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting permission to have Terry Maier, Senior Accountant, and Joy Hansche, Accountant, be designated as signers on all accounts associated with the Assets for Independence Demonstration Program (IDA) Grant.
Staff recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-26-07: Permission granted for Terry Maier, Senior Accountant, and Joy Hansche, Accountant, be designated as signers on all accounts associated with the Assets for Independence Demonstration Program (IDA).
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0201
| A | 34. | Award of Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Subgrant | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting permission to accept a Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Subgrant, Grant Control No. 2006-033: North side Reconnaissance Survey.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk to be authorized and directed to enter into a $16,885 agreement with the Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Subgrant (Grant Control No. 2006-033) to be utilized for the north side Reconnaissance Survey.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0203
| A | 35. | Requesting funds for the harbor navigational improvements. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Secretary of the Harbor Commission submitting Racine County Board Resolution No. 2006-148 requesting funds for the harbor navigational improvements.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-26-07: Permission granted for the Secretary of the Harbor Commission to accept funding for harbor navigational improvements from Racine County in the amount not to exceed $39,600 per Racine County Board Resolution No. 2006-148.
Fiscal Note: Estimated project cost at $99,000. 60% or $59,400 is awarded from Wisconsin Waterway’s Recreational Boating Program Grant No. RBF-333 and the County’s share at 40%, $39,600. The City will administer the grant and complete the project. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0214
| A | 36. | Waive formal bidding and award 3-year contract to Melrose Pyrotecnics for fireworks in the years 2007 - 2009. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to waive formal bidding and award a 3-year contract for the 4th of July fireworks to Melrose Pyrotechnics, Inc. of Kingsbury Indiana.
Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-26-07: Formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to enter into a 3-year contract, 2007 - 2009, with Melrose Pyrotechnics, Inc. of Kingsbury Indiana for the 4th of July fireworks.
Fiscal Note: Contract agreement amount will not exceed $15,000 with funds available in account 101.990.9020, Fireworks and Donations. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0076
| A | 37. | Dragon Boat Festival request | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc., requesting permission to utilize various parks for the fourth annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, on July 13 and 14, 2007, for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment, to close city streets and parking lanes for a parade and race administration and to utilize the parking lot at the south end of Pershing Drive. Also, sponsoring organizations request permission to place posters on or about city streets and parks regarding this free event.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 2-14-07: that the request be approved.
Fiscal note: $193.00 revenue to the City
Recommendation of the License and Welfare Committee: That permission be granted upon the Rotary Club obtaining a Temporary Class "B" Retailer's License and contingent upon approval of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Service Board and the Department of Public Works.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee (2-27-07): Permission be grant | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0137
| A | 38. | ATM machines in City Hall and Safety Building. | Communication | Subject: Communication from ATM Financial regarding placing ATM machines in City Hall and the Safety Building.
Recommendation of the Pubic Works and Services Committee on 2/26/07: Approved.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-12-07: That the City enter into a one-year contract with ATM Financial Company with a hold harmless agreement.
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07-0149
| A | 39. | Donation of parts from Johnson Controls, inc. for upgrading the inner city community centers. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to accept a donation of parts from Johnson Controls, Inc. for upgrading the inner city community centers.
Recommendation: The offer of Potawatomi Bingo Casino to donate Metasys parts to aid in upgrading the Metasys system be accepted.
Further recommends that the Mayor send a letter of gratitude acknowledging this donation.
Fiscal Note: The estimated value of these parts is $43,633.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0194
| A | 40. | Acquisition of surplus real estate following the completion of the Racine Street Project. | Communication | Subject: Item 8 of September 20, 2005, communication from Atty. Judley Wyant wishing to discuss the acquisition of surplus real estate following the completion of the Racine Street Project.
Recommendation: That 1049 Washington Avenue, Parcel ID 03841001, consisting of 1,407 square feet, be sold to Stephen Kennicott and/or ILA Holdings, LLC at a price of $1.00 per square foot plus all costs associated with the transfer of ownership of this parcel.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will receive $1,407.00 in revenue from the sale of this parcel. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0198
| A | 41. | Racine Neighborhood Watch request to use Annex parking lot for plant sale fundraiser pick up on May 19, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine Neighborhood Watch requesting to use the City Hall Annex parking lot for its plant sale fundraiser pickup on Saturday, May 19, 2007, from 5 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch to use the City Hall Annex parking lot and lawn area abutting Grand Avenue on Saturday, May 19, 2007, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in conjunction with a fundraiser.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0213
| A | 42. | Proposal from Southport Consulting for professional engineering services to replace the boiler system at Festival Hall. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Southport Consulting for professional engineering services to replace the boiler system at Festival Hall.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Southport Consulting for professional engineering services to replace the boiler system at Festival Hall at a price not-to-exceed $600.00.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 108.986.5010, Festival Hall-Replace Boiler.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0216
| A | 43. | Traffic signal study for State Project ID: 2703-03-05/75, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting the traffic signal study for State Project ID: 2703-03-05/75, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street.
Recommendation: The traffic signal study for State Project ID: 2703-03-05/75, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street be accepted.
Further recommends that traffic signals be installed at the intersection of Ohio Street and Byrd Avenue and that the pedestrian overpass be removed as part of the Ohio Street reconstruction project.
Fiscal Note: The State of Wisconsin will pay 80% of the cost for the installation of the signals and razing of the pedestrian overpass. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0217
| A | 44. | Final payment on Contract 9-06 (K6-010), Professional Services - Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 9-06 (K6-010), Professional Services - Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 18-04 (K4-024), Professional Services - Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $2,600.00 from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 6877 of February 7, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0222
| A | 45. | Engineering evaluation and provision of cost estimate for porous pavement on the 6th Street project. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a proposal for engineering evaluation and provision of cost estimate for porous pavement on the 6th Street project.
Recommendation: Amendment No. 1 on Contract 14-07 (K7-014), Professional Services-Ground Penetrating Radar, HNTB Corporation, consultant, as submitted for the evaluation of porous pavement options for the Sixth Street project, be approved in the lump sum amount of $27,855.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Detention Pond.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0227
| A | 46. | Bid results on Contract 11-07 (K7-011), Traffic Signal Renovations HES (HISP). | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 11-07 (K7-011), Traffic Signal Renovations HES (HISP).
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0230
| A | 47. | Proposal for Tuckpointing Renovation at the Safety Building. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz for professional services for Tuckpoint Renovations at the Safety Building.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz for professional services for the provision of plans and specifications for repairs to the precast panels at the Safety Building at a not-to-exceed cost of $16,500.00.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 987.210.5010, Safety Building-Precast Panel Replacement.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0231
| A | 48. | Request to change the route for the St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17, 2007. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting a change to the route for the St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17, 2007.
Recommendation: That Resolution 07-0067 of February 21, 2007 be amended to close Main Street from State Street to 6th Street and to close Sixth Street from Main Street to City Hall for the St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17, 2007.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0232
| A | 49. | Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Director of City Development submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $3,938.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 969.000.5870, TIF District No. 9.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0064
| A | 50. | Application of Tango, Incorporated, Alejandro D. Harbatenko, Agent for Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 509 Sixth Street. | Communication | Subject: (Change of Agent) Application of Tango, Incorporated, Alejandro D. Harbatenko, Agent for 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 & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the item be deferred until the February 26, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the Change of Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0074
| A | 51. | (New) Application of Magic Dollar Plus LLC., Hussein Asad, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Magic Dollar Plus LLC., Hussein Asad, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Avenue. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the item be deferred until the February 26, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the license be granted.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the license be denied, due to the fragility of the neighorhood and the high concentration of alcohol licenses in the area.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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07-0093
| A | 52. | Pig n' Out, LLC., Arthur T. Slaughter, Agent, located at 2920 Taylor Avenue | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Pig n' Out, LLC., Arthur T. Slaughter, Agent, for a "Class C" and Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2920 Taylor Avenue (11th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the item be deferred until the February 26, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the license be granted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0095
| A | 53. | Ordinance No. 1-07 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance No. 1-07
To repeal and recreate Article XXV. Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers, to create Secs. 22-900 - 22-919, Pawnbroker Licenses, and amend Sec. 114-468, Conditional Uses, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 01-22-07: That Ordinance No. 1-07 be adopted.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on January 31, 2007: That Parts 1, 2, and 4 of Ord. 01-07 be adopted. (07-0125)
Further that Part 3 be deleted from Ord. 01-07.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the ordinance be deferred until the February 26, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the City Attorney recreate the Ordinance to include Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers, and resubmit to Committeee for discussion.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the item
be deferred until the March 26, 2007 meeting.
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07-0106
| A | 54. | Appearance of Michael R. Wagner, regarding her application for an Operator's License. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Committee for the appearance of Michael R. Wagner, regarding his application for an Operator's (Bartender's) License.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the item be deferred until the February 26, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the Operator's (Bartender's) License be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0113
| A | 55. | Sec. 6-132 of the Municipal Code relating to Provisional operators licenses. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Clerk wishing to amend Sec. 6-132 of the Municipal Code relating to Provisional Operator's Licenses.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-12-07: That the item be deferred until the February 26, 2007 meeting.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the City Attorney's Office amend Sec. 6-132 of the Municipal Code to include Provisional Operator's Licenses, and an Ordinance be created.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0175
| A | 56. | Cruz Castro for a Public Passenger Driver's License. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Application of Cruz Castro for a Public Passenger Driver's License.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the Public Passenger Driver's License be denied.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 03-12-07: That the Public Passenger Driver's License be granted.
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07-0192
| A | 57. | (Direct Referral) Change Order #1 Contract 28-06 (K6-029), New Grandstand Bleachers at Horlick Athletic Field by Carroll Seating Co. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Change Order #1 Contract 28-06 (K6-029), New Grandstand Bleachers at Horlick Athletic Field by Carroll Seating Co.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That Change Order #1 Contract 28-06 (K6-029), New Grandstand Bleachers at Horlick Athletic Field, be approved.
Ficasl Note: $4,328.00 be appropriated from account 985.710.5070, Horlick Football Bleachers. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0193
| A | 58. | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee for permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administ | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee for permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications and project administration for window and door replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be granted permission to enter in an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. to prepare plans, specifications, and project administration for window and door replacement at Dr. John Bryant Community Center.
Fiscal Note: $9,800.00 be appropriated from account 987.680.5010, Bryant Windows. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0200
| A | 59. | Mound Cemetery new Crypt Design and Fountain Restoration. | Communication | Subject: Mound Cemetery New Crypt Design and Fountain Restoration.
Recommendation:
02/26/2007: Donnie Snow presented a master plan for the Mound Cemetery new crypt design provided to him by the Meekus Co. He requested that an extra $10,000 be allocated from the Cemetery maintenance fund for unseen circumstances.
Discussion was held. Motion to approve the $10,000 was made by Sandy Weidner that the Mayor and the City Clerk enter into an agreement with the Meekus Co. for the new Mound Cemetery crypt design project.
Motion passed unanimously.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the Mound Cemetery new Crypt Design and Fountain Restoration project be approved with the increased amount of $10,000.00.
Fiscal Note: $10,000.00 be appropriated from the Cemetery Maintenance Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0209
| A | 60. | Request of the Committee for the appearance of David B. Meyer, regarding his application for an Operator's (Bartender's) License. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Committee for the appearance of David B. Meyer, regarding his application for an Operator's (Bartender's) License.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee of 02-26-07: That the Operator's (Bartender's) License be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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06-3053
| A | 61. | Communication from the Asst. Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting that Section 94-311 of the Municipal Code be amended to delete: 13th Street, from Valley Drive to South Memorial Drive; and Valley Drive from Washington Avenue to 13th Stree | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Asst. Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting that Section 94-311 of the Municipal Code be amended to delete: 13th Street, from Valley Drive to South Memorial Drive; and Valley Drive from Washington Avenue to 13th Street, from the designation of Truck and Heavy Traffic Routes.
Recommendation: The request to remove Valley Drive and 13th Street from the truck and heavy traffic routes be granted.
Further recommends that Section 94-311 relating to "Operation of heavy vehicles; designation of heavy traffic routes", be amended to delete; Valley Drive from Washington Avenue to 13th Street.
Further recommends that Section 94-311 relating to "Operation of heavy vehicles; designation of heavy traffic routes", be amended to delete; 13th Street from Valley Drive to South Memorial Drive.
Fiscal Note: There will be a nominal cost to remove signs at these locations. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0168
| A | 62. | Rezoning 720-17th Street (R. Westmoreland) | Zoning Item | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Robert Westmoreland of Westmoreland Properites, LLC, seeking to rezone the property at 720-17th Street from B-1 Neighborhood Convenience District to R-4 General Residence District.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 2-14-07: Deferred.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 2-28-07: To deny.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-14-07: To deny. | Referred | |
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07-0219
| A | 63. | CUP - Ann Klinkhammer, cosmetic tattoo @ 611-6th St | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Ann Klinkhammer, representing Beleza LLC., seeking an amendment to a conditional use permit for a wellness center to now also allow cosmetic tattoo services at 611-6th Street.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 2-28-07: That the request by Ann Klinkhammer, representing Beleza, seeking an amendment to a conditional use permit for an existing wellness center to offer cosmetic tattoo services be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received February 6, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on February 24, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Department.
c. That all requirements of the State Department of Health and Family Services be complied with.
d. That only cosmetic micropigmentation to the face be permitted.
e. That all trash and recyclables be kept in closed containers and stored in the building until pick up.
f. That no loitering be allowed in or around the building. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0257
| A | 64. | Ord.04-07 | Zoning Item | Subject: Ord.04-07 to amend Sec. 114-1 repeal and recreate Sec. 114-468 (20), repeal Sec. 114-487 (24), and amend Sec. 114-488 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning - Pawbrokers; Conditional Uses.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 2-28-2007: That the ordinance be adopted. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0244
| A | 65. | Application of Thermasys Corporation | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Application of Thermasys Corporation, dba Thermal Transfer Products, 5215-21st Street, Racine, Wisconsin for participation in the State of Wisconsin Community Development Zone Program.
In accordance with the procedures adopted by the Common Council as Item 29(2) of June 3, 1997, the Racine County Economic Development Corporation and the Department of City Development have reviewed the application of Thermasys Corporation.
Recommendation of City Development on February 26, 2007 that Thermasys Corporation be recommended for certification as eligible to participate in the Wisconsin Community Development Zone program and Thermasys Corporation be recommended for certification for State of Wisconsin tax credits under the Wisconsin Community Development Zone Program. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0133
| A | 66. | Redevelopment Authority acquire 1526 Washington Avenue, a blighted property, through condemnation. | Communication | Subject: Request that the Redevelopment Authority acquire 1526 Washington Avenue, a blighted property, through condemnation.
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on February 7, 2007: That the Common Council authorize the acquisition and provide funding for the acquisition.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.07-0089
| A | 67. | Stipulations for parking during Dragon Boat Festival | Resolution | Stipulations for Dragon Boat Festival
Resolved, that permission be granted to the Rotary Foundation of Racine West, Inc. to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the fourth annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival to be held July 13-14, 2007.
Further resolved, that the parking lane along the east side of Main Street from 11th Street to 14th Street be closed during the event.
Further resolved, that no parking be allowed along the west side of Main Street from 14th Street to 16th Street during the event and that traffic be shifted to the west half of the roadway.
Further resolved, that permission be granted to the sponsor to use certain city streets on Friday, July 13, 2007, and to close the following streets:
6th Street from Library Drive to Pershing Park Drive
Pershing Park Drive from 6th Street to 11th Street
11th Street from Main Street to Pershing Park Drive
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Res.07-0090
| A | 68. | Agreement with ATM Financial for ATM machines | Resolution | Agreement with ATM Financial for ATM Machines
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with ATM Financial to install one (1) ATM machine in City Hall and one (1) ATM machine in the Safety Building with the following stipulations:
1. That ATM Financial pay the initial cost for installation of the electrical lines and phone lines.
2. That ATM Financial pay to the City of Racine the greater value of the monthly phone charge and cost of electrical or a $0.50 transaction fee applied to all transactions above 300 per month.
3. That the locations be acceptable to the Department of Public Works.
4. That anchors for the machines not be placed in any decorative floor.
Fiscal Note: Unknown at this time. | Referred | |
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Res.07-0091
| A | 69. | Sale of property at 1049 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Sale of Property at 1049 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that 1049 Washington Avenue, Parcel ID 03841001, consisting of 1,407 square feet, be sold to Stephen Kennicott and/or ILA Holdings, LLC at a price of $1.00 per square foot plus all costs associated with the transfer of ownership of this parcel.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will receive $1,407.00 in revenue from the sale of this parcel. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0092
| A | 70. | Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch | Resolution | Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch to use the City Hall Annex parking lot and lawn area abutting Grand Avenue on Saturday, May 19, 2007, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in conjunction with a fundraiser.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0093
| A | 71. | Change Order on contract for Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain | Resolution | Change Order on Contract for Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain
Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 44-05 (K5-051), Laurel Clark Memorial Fountain, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $3,938.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 969.000.5870, TIF District No. 9.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0094
| A | 72. | Final payment on Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8 | Resolution | Final Payment on Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8
Resolved, that the professional services provided by Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., under Contract 9-06 (K6-010), Professional Services - Window Replacement at Fire Station No. 8, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $2,600.00 from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 6877 of February 7, 2006. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0095
| A | 73. | Amendment to contract for engineering evaluation and cost estimate for pavement on 6th Street | Resolution | Amendment to Contract for Engineering Evaluation and Cost Estimate for Pavement on 6th Street
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 on Contract 14-07 (K7-014), Professional Services-Ground Penetrating Radar, HNTB Corporation, consultant, as submitted for the evaluation of porous pavement options for the Sixth Street project, be approved in the lump sum amount of $27,855.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 104.984.5400, Maiden Lane Detention Pond.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0096
| A | 74. | Agreement for professional engineering services for boiler replacement at Festival Hall | Resolution | Agreement for Professional Engineering Services for Boiler Replacement at Festival Hall
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Southport Consulting for professional engineering services to replace the boiler system at Festival Hall at a price not-to-exceed $600.00.
Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 108.986.5010, Festival Hall-Replace Boiler.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0097
| A | 75. | Agreement for repairs to precast panels at Safety Building | Resolution | Agreement for Repairs to Precast Panels at Safety Building
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Butterfield, Rudie, & Seitz for professional services for the provision of plans and specifications for repairs to the precast panels at the Safety Building at a not-to-exceed cost of $16,500.00.
Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 987.210.5010, Safety Building-Precast Panel Replacement.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0098
| A | 76. | Contract for 4th of July fireworks | Resolution | Contract for 4th of July Fireworks
Resolved, that formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to enter into a 3-year contract, 2007 - 2009, with Melrose Pyrotechnics, Inc. of Kingsbury Indiana for the 4th of July fireworks.
Fiscal Note: Contract agreement amount will not exceed $15,000 with funds available in account 101.990.9020, Fireworks and Donations. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0099
| A | 77. | Harbor Navigational Improvements | Resolution | Harbor Navigational Improvements
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Secretary of the Harbor Commission to accept funding for harbor navigational improvements from Racine County in the amount not to exceed $39,600 per Racine County Board Resolution No. 2006-148.
Fiscal Note: Estimated project cost at $99,000. 60% or $59,400 is awarded from Wisconsin Waterway’s Recreational Boating Program Grant No. RBF-333 and the County’s share at 40%, $39,600. The City will administer the grant and complete the project. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0100
| A | 78. | Agreement for Subgrant for north side Reconnaissance Survey Subgrant | Resolution | Agreement for Subgrant for North Side Reconnaissance Survey Subgrant
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk to be authorized and directed to enter into a $16,885 agreement with the Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Subgrant (Grant Control No. 2006-033) to be utilized for the north side Reconnaissance Survey.
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0101
| A | 79. | Settlement of claim for sewer wye connection failure 1561 Holmes Avenue | Resolution | Settlement of Claim for Sewer Wye Connection Failure 1561 Holmes Avenue
Resolved, that the claim of Sloan Friedl and Kenneth Friedl for sanitary sewer wye connection failure adjacent to 1561 Holmes Avenue be settled in the amount of $11,601.90.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 101.160.5910, Judgment and Claims for the settlement. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0102
| A | 80. | Resolution providing for the issuance and sale of $18,980,000 Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue Bonds and providing for the payment of said bonds and other details and covenants with respect thereto | Resolution | Resolution providing for the issuance and sale of $18,980,000 Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue Bonds and providing for the payment of said bonds and other details and covenants with respect thereto
Whereas, the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "Municipality") owns and operates a Waterworks System (the "System") which is operated for a public purpose as a public utility by the Municipality; and
Whereas, under the provisions of Section 66.0621 of the Wisconsin Statutes any municipality may, by action of its governing body, provide funds for purchasing, acquiring, leasing, constructing, extending, adding to, improving, conducting, controlling, operating and managing a public utility or to refund obligations issued for such purposes from the proceeds of bonds, which bonds are to be payable only from the revenues received from any source by such utility, including all rentals and fees; and which bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage lien upon such utility; and
Whereas, the Municipality has outstanding its Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue Bonds, Series 1995 | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0103
| A | 81. | Change Order New Grandstand Bleachers at Horlick Athletic Field | Resolution | Change Order New Grandstand Bleachers at Horlick Athletic Field
Resolved, that Change Order #1, Contract 28-06 (K6-029), New Grandstand Bleachers at Horlick Athletic Field by Carroll Seating Company, be approved in the increased amount of $4,328.00, for a total contract amount of $247,958.00. Funds are available in account no. 985.710.5070, Horlick Football Bleachers.
Fiscal Note: This contract was approved by Resolution No. 06-7046 of June 6, 2006. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0104
| A | 82. | Agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for Dr. John Bryant Center improvements | Resolution | Agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc. for Dr. John Bryant Center improvements
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., to prepare plans, specifications, and project administration for window and door replacement at Dr. John Bryant Community Center.
Fiscal Note: Funds in the amount of $9,800.00 are appropriated from account no. 987.680.5010, Bryant Windows. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0105
| A | 83. | Agreement for Mound Cemetery New Crypt Design and Fountain Restoration | Resolution | Agreement for Mound Cemetery New Crypt Design and Fountain Restoration
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Mekus Studios for design services for the new crypts and fountain restoration at Mound Cemetery.
Further resolved, that the Mound Cemetery project be approved for an increase of $10,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds in the amount of $10,000.00 are appropriated from the Cemetery Maintenance Fund, account no. 207.000.5760. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0106
| A | 84. | Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for 611 - 6th Street | Resolution | Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for 611 - 6th Street
Resolved, that the request of Ann Klinkhammer, representing Beleza, seeking an amendment to a conditional use permit for an existing wellness center to offer cosmetic tattoo services be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans stamped "Received February 6, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on February 24, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Department.
c. That all requirements of the State Department of Health and Family Services be complied with.
d. That only cosmetic micropigmentation to the face be permitted.
e. That all trash and recyclables be kept in closed containers and stored in the building until pick up.
f. That no loitering be allowed in or around the building.
g. That the tattoo station be screened from view from the exterior of the business.
h. That tattoo service be offered by appointment only, and only during hours and days that coincide with t | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0107
| A | 85. | Permission for Redevelopment Authority to acquire 1526 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Permission for Redevelopment Authority to Acquire 1526 Washington Avenue
Whereas, sec. 66.1333 (5) (c) Wis. Stats., allows the Redevelopment Authority to acquire property without designating the boundary of a redevelopment area or adopting a redevelopment plan if approval of the acquisition is granted by the Common Council; and
Whereas, a property in the Uptown commercial area requires acquisition by condemnation to resolve financial encumbrances on the property and stop deterioration of the vacant building on the property; and
Whereas, acquisition of the property at this time will help implement the adopted Uptown Improvement Plan.
Resolved, that the Common Council of the City of Racine, pursuant to sec. 66.1333 (5) (c) Wis. Stats., authorizes and directs the Redevelopment Authority to acquire by condemnation 1526 Washington Avenue (parcel ID 09194000).
Further resolved, that the Common Council finds that a comprehensive redevelopment plan is not necessary to determine the need for the acquisition, the uses of the property after acquisition, and the relationship of th | Adopted | Pass |
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Ord.05-07
| A | 86. | Ordinance No. 5-07
To amend Secs. 6-9, 6-131, repeal and recreate Sec. 6-132, create Sec. 6-134 and amend Sec. 6-136 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Operator’s - Provisional Operator’s licenses. | Ordinance | ORDINANCE NO. 5-07
To amend Secs. 6-9, 6-131, repeal and recreate Sec. 6-132, create Sec. 6-134 and amend Sec. 6-136 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Operator’s - Provisional Operator’s licenses.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Sec. 6-9 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding in the second line after the word “licenses” the phrase, “or provisional operator’s licenses,” …
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Sec. 6-131 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by changing the title to read: “Operator’s or provisional operator’s license required.” and by adding the words “or provisional operator’s license” in two places in the third sentence after the words “operator’s license”.
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Sec. 6-132 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows:
“Sec. 6-132. Sales authorized; fee.
(a) Operator’s license. An operator’s license shall authorize the holder to serve or purvey those alcohol beverages for which sale is authorized | Referred | |
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Ord.06-07
| A | 87. | Ordinance No. 6-07
To amend Sec. 94-311 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Truck and Heavy Traffic Routes. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 6-07
To amend Sec. 94-311 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Traffic and Vehicles - Truck and Heavy Traffic Routes.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
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Sec. 94-311 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the following:
“Valley Drive from Washington Avenue to 13th Street” and “13th Street from Valley Drive to South Memorial Drive.”
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This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication.
Passed by the Common Council
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Mayor
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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