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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 2/1/2011 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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Res.11-2380 A City of Racine support and proclaim May 14, 2011 as International Migratory Bird DayResolutionCity of Racine support and proclaim May 14, 2011 as International Migratory Bird Day Whereas, migratory birds are some of the most beautiful and easily observed wildlife that share our communities; and Whereas, many citizens recognize and welcome migratory songbirds as symbolic harbingers of spring; and Whereas, these migrant species also play an important economic role in our community, controlling insect pests and generating millions in recreational dollars statewide; and Whereas, migratory birds and their habitats are declining throughout the Americas, facing a growing number of threats on their migration routes and in both their summer and winter homes; and Whereas, public awareness and concern are crucial components of migratory bird conservation; and Whereas, citizens enthusiastic about birds, informed about the threats they face, and empowered to help address those threats can directly contribute to maintaining health bird populations; and Whereas, since 1993 International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD) has become a primary vehicle for focusing public attentionAdopted  Action details Not available
11-6023 A claim of Racine Joint Venture II LLCClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Racine Joint Venture II LLC for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-07-11: The claim of Racine Joint Venture II LLC, 8040 Excelsior Dr. Suite 400, Madison 53717, requesting reimbursement in the amount of $464,818.80 for alleged excessive real estate taxes paid for the year 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
11-6024 A Communication from Charita Itson requesting a waiver of rental fees for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center for the purpose of a 2011 high school graduation dinner party.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Charita Itson requesting a waiver of rental fees for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center for the purpose of a 2011 high school graduation dinner party. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-07-11: To Receive and File the item. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
11-6036 A Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the 2011 Environmental Workforce Development and Job Training Grant through the Environmental Protection Agency (Grant Control No. 2011-007) in the amount of $300,000 over a twoCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the 2011 Environmental Workforce Development and Job Training Grant through the Environmental Protection Agency (Grant Control No. 2011-007) in the amount of $300,000 over a two year period of time. (Res.11-2402) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-07-11: Permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the 2011 Environmental Workforce Development and Job Training Grant through the Environmental Protection Agency (Grant Control No. 2011-007) in the amount of $300,000 over a two year period of time. Fiscal Note: There is no hard match requirement. However, a soft match is recommended.Referred  Action details Not available
11-6037 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to enter into a lease agreement with Johnson Tractor Inc., for one Case-IH Scout XL.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to enter into a lease agreement with Johnson Tractor Inc., for one Case-IH Scout XL. (Res.11-2399) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-07-11: That authorization be granted for the Police Chief to enter into a lease agreement with Johnson Tractor Inc., of Janesville, Wisconsin, for one Case-IH Scout XL. Fiscal Note: The cost is $1.00 for the period of one year.Referred  Action details Not available
11-6017 A Request for approval of a sewer and water main easement on Loni Lane and Regency West Drive.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a request for approval of a sewer and water main easement on Loni Lane and Regency West Drive. (Res.11-2416) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 2-8-11: That the City Attorney take the necessary steps to enter into a Sanitary Sewer and Water Main Easement over that part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 23, Township 3 North, Range 22 East, in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin, bounded as follows: Commence at a point on the South line of said Section 23 located S 89o25’49” W 475.84 feet from the Southeast corner of said section; run thence N 01o45’14” W 61.01 feet to the North line of S.T.H. “11”; thence S 89o25’49” W 849.15 feet along said North line to the W line of the East ½ of the Southeast ¼ of said section; thence N 01o45’07” W 1780.17 feet along said West line; thence N 89o29’55” E 6.5 feet to the point of beginning of this description; run thence N 01o45’07” W 20.00 feet; thence N 89o29’55” E 379.33 feet; thence N 01o45’14” WReferred  Action details Not available
11-6031 A Proposal to upgrade the current CityWorks software to accommodate the Building Department.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal to upgrade the current CityWorks software to accommodate the Building Department. (Res.11-2414) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 2-8-11: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 37-10 (K0-045), Professional Services - Extend Cityworks Software to Building Department, Azteca Systems, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $49,925.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.130.5830, Computer Software. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Referred  Action details Not available
11-6039 A Bid results on Official Notice #1, Two (2) 35,000 GVW 5 cubic yard diesel dump trucks with snowplow and tailgate material spreader.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #1, Two (2) 35,000 GVW 5 cubic yard diesel dump trucks with snowplow and tailgate material spreader. (Res.11-2410) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 2-8-11: That the contract for Two (2) 35,000 GVW 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump Trucks with Snowplows and Tailgate Material Spreaders be awarded to Lakeside International Trucks, Janesville, WI, at their bid price of $207,088.00 with trade-ins, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these services be appropriated from Account 101.630.5780, Licensed Vehicles. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Referred  Action details Not available
11-6018 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for preparing plans and specificationCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for preparing plans and specifications and construction administration for the 2010 Parks Department Pavement Projects by Nielsen Madsen & Barber. (Res.11-2405) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 2-8-11: The request to Amendment No. 1 for an increase of $3,100.00 to the Professional Services Agreement for preparing plans and specifications and construction administration for the 2010 Parks Department Pavement Projects by Nielsen Madsen & Barber be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as follows: 207.000.5750, Cemetery Roads and Walks, 2010 - $3,000.00 990.700.5020, Parks Paving Projects 10 year plan, $100.00.Referred  Action details Not available
11-6019 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request final payment to the Professional Services Agreement for preparing plans and specificationsCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request final payment to the Professional Services Agreement for preparing plans and specifications and construction administration for the 2010 Parks Department Pavement Project by Nielsen Madsen & Barber, S.C. (Res.11-2406) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 2-8-11: That final payment to the Professional Services Agreement for preparing plans and specifications and construction administration for the 2010 Parks Department Pavement Project by Nielsen Madsen & Barber, S.C. be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as follows: 990.700.5020 Parks Paving Projects 10 year plan, $17,705.00 990.650.5020, Humble Repave Loop Road, $2,127.00 990.740.5010, Blacktop Paths through Zoo, $1,100.00 207.000.5750, Cemetery Roads & Walks, 2010, $6,668.00Referred  Action details Not available
11-6025 A (New) Application of The Bowens, Inc., Greg Bowen, Agent, for a "Class C" and Class "B" license for 2037 Lathrop Avenue. (11th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of The Bowens, Inc., Greg Bowen, Agent, for a "Class C" and Class "B" license for 2037 Lathrop Avenue. (11th District)Referred  Action details Not available
11-6026 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber, to prepare plans and specifications for Parks Department Pavement Projects.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber, to prepare plans and specifications for Parks Department Pavement Projects. (Res.11-2407) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 2-8-11: That permission to enter in an agreement with Nielsen Madsen & Barber, to prepare plans and specifications for Parks Department Pavement Projects be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as follows: 990.700.5020 Parks Paving Projects 10yr. plan, $11,671.00 991.700.5020 Parks Paving Projects 10 year plan, $8,339.00 207.000.5750, Cemetery Roads & Walks -2010, $4,690.00.Referred  Action details Not available
11-6038 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 2 to Contract 38-10 (K0-046) PS - Future Operating & Planning Alternatives, Len Brandrup, consultant.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 2 to Contract 38-10 (K0-046) PS - Future Operating & Planning Alternatives, Len Brandrup, consultant. (Res.11-2420) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission (2-23-11): Amendment No. 2 to Contract 38-10 (K0-046), PS - Future Operating and Planning Alternatives, Len Brandrup, consultant, as submitted be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $5,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funding for these professional services are available in Account 105.600.5610, Professional Services.Referred  Action details Not available
11-6040 A West Racine BID termination requestCommunicationSubject: Communication from Karen Sorenson requesting termination of the West Racine Business Improvement District (BID No. 2). (Res.11-2506) PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION OF APRIL 13, 2011: That the Plan Commission has determined that per Wisconsin State Statute 66.1109(4m) the threshold to terminate the West Racine Business Improvement District (BID No. 2) has been met, and recommends the Common Council introduce a resolution to terminate the West Racine Business Improvement District (BID No. 2). Further, that the business improvement district shall be considered terminated on the date the obligation with the latest completion date entered into to implement the operating plan expires. FISCAL NOTE: Unexpended BID No. 2 funds will be returned to affected property owners within BID No. 2Referred  Action details Not available
11-5985 A Billboards 1423 State StCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the First District Alderman concerning billboards at 1423 State St.Referred  Action details Not available
11-5958 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a donation from New Concept Self Development Center Inc. in the amount of $3,000.00 for Dr. M. L. King Community Center Youth Special Events.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a donation from New Concept Self Development Center Inc. in the amount of $3,000.00 for Dr. M. L. King Community Center Youth Special Events. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-24-11:Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services accept a donation in the amount of $3,000 from New Concept Self Development Center Inc. to be utilized for the Dr. M. L. King Community Center Youth Special Events and an appropriate letter of thanks be sent. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5966 A Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization for the continuation of the self-insured worker's compensation program, in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3).CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization for the continuation of the self-insured worker's compensation program, in compliance with Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3). (Res.11-2385) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-24-11: Permission be granted for the City of Racine's self-insured worker's compensation program be continued compliant with the Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3). Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5980 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept $26,871 from the Department of Health Services for Cities Readiness Initiative. (Grant Control #2011-001)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept $26,871 from the Department of Health Services for Cities Readiness Initiative. (Grant Control #2011-001) (Res.11-2381). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-24-11: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $26,871 agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Public Health to be utilized for the Cities Readiness Initiative program (Grant Control # 2011-001). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5981 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept $225,896 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs. (Grant Control #2011-002)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept $225,896 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs. (Grant Control #2011-002) (Res.11-2382). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-24-11: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $225,896 agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Health Services to be utilized for the local Public Health Department's Performance Consolidated Programs (Grant Control #2011-002). Fiscal Note: The funds utilized by the following. $36,328 for Immunization; $28,098 for Childhood Lead; $12,882 for Prevention; $81,342 for Wisconsin Well Woman Program; $2,500 for Radon and $63,746 for Maternal Child Healthcare. The City has a soft match of $47,809 for the Maternal Child Healthcare program.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5982 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept $35,396 from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness. (Grant Control #2011-003)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept $35,396 from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness. (Grant Control #2011-003) (Res.11-2383). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-24-11: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Health Services to be utilized for the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (Grant Control #2011-003) in the amount of $35,396. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5983 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept $7,500 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) for DATCP Unwanted Prescirption Drug Grant. (Grant Control #2011-004)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting to accept $7,500 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) for DATCP Unwanted Prescription Drug Grant. (Grant Control #2011-004) (Res.11-2384). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1-24-11:The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $7,500 agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection to be utilized for the collection of unwanted prescription drug and household hazardous waste (Grant Control #2011-004). Fiscal Note: $18,000 soft match will be made collectively by all municipal participants involved with the unwanted prescription drugs and household hazardous waste material through currently budgeted salaries, fringe benefits, overhead and other ancillary expenditures.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5979 A purchase rain barrels from the Greater Milwaukee Committee for the Storm Water Utility in conjunction with the Sierra Club.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to purchase rain barrels from the Greater Milwaukee Committee for the Storm Water Utility in conjunction with the Sierra Club. (Res.11-2398) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-25-11: That the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to purchase 250 rain barrels from the Greater Milwaukee Committee for the Storm Water Utility in conjunction with the Sierra Club. Further recommend that funding to pay for the cost of these rain barrels be appropriated from Account 104.000.5350, Public Participation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. The estimated cost for this program is $10,625.00 and is funded through the Storm Water Utility.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5984 A Final payment on Contract 45-10 (K0-054), Solid Waste Garage Tuckpointing, AZAR LLC, contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 45-10 (K0-054), Solid Waste Garage Tuckpointing, AZAR LLC, contractor. (Res.11-2394) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-25-11: That the work done by AZAR LLC under Contract 45-10 (K0-054), Solid Waste Garage Tuckpointing, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $47,765.90. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 10-2121, dated August 2, 2010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5994 A Professional services proposal for City Hall Renovations Phase IV.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a professional services proposal for City Hall Renovations Phase IV. (Res.11-2395) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-25-11: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC for Design Services for the City Hall Facilities Plan Implementation-Phase IV, in the not-to-exceed amount of $39,700.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 991.100.5010, City Hall Facilities Plan. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5995 A Professional services proposal for Solid Waste Female Locker Room.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a professional services proposal for Solid Waste Female Locker Room. (Res.11-2396) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-25-11: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Architectural Associates Ltd. for Design Services for the Solid Waste Garage-Female Locker Room, in the not-to-exceed amount of $10,700.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 991.410.5010, SW Garage-Female Locker Room. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6000 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res.11-2392) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-25-11: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of $3,056.67. Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: ($ 456.67) - Account 890.030.5540, C.D.B.G. Resurfacing ($ 2,600.00) - Account 104.900.5420, Replacement Storm Sewer ($ 3,056.67) - Total Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease in contract price.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6001 A final payment on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res.11-2393) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-25-11: That the work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc. under Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $159,681.03 Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 10-2006, dated May 4, 2010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6002 A Waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of a wheel loader vehicle.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of a wheel loader vehicle. (Res.11-2397) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-25-11: That formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for the purchase of one Case 621E Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this equipment of $160,000.00 and funding is available in Account 101.630.5790, St. Maintenance Wheel Loader.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5931 A (Direct Referral) Request for the appearance of Greg Kremis regarding his application for an operator's license (bartenders).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request for the appearance of Greg Kremis regarding his application for an operator's license (bartenders).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5968 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request change order #1 for Contract 47-10 (K0-058) PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1) by ParkiCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request change order #1 for Contract 47-10 (K0-058) PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1) by Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc. (Res.11-2389) Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-24-2011: That Change Order #1 for Contract 47-10 (K0-058) PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1) by Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc. be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds in the amount of $20,267.49 are available in account 990.700.5020, Parks Paving Projects 10 year Plan, and $9,357.86 are available in account 207.000.5750 Cemetery Roads and Walks (2010)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5969 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety & Licensing Committee to request final payment for Contract 47-10 (K0-058) PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1) by Parking LCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety & Licensing Committee to request final payment for Contract 47-10 (K0-058) PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1) by Parking Lot Maintenance Inc. (Res.11-2390) Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-24-2011: That final payment for Contract 47-10 (K0-058) PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1) by Parking Lot Maintenance Inc. be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as listed below in the following listed accounts: 989-700-5030, Various Locations Remove Pavement, $2, 699.00 990.700.5020, Parks Paving Projects 10 year plan, $178,149.88 990.650.5020, Humble Repave Loop Road, $26, 873.00 207.000.5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, Roads and Walks 2009, $10,214.00 207.000.5750, Cemeteryt Land Improvements, Replace Catch Basins 2009, $4,180.00 207.000.5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, RApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5970 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request permission to enter in an agreement with Lakefront Engineering to prepare plans and specificCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting permission to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request permission to enter in an agreement with Lakefront Engineering to prepare plans and specifications for Boiler Replacement at Humble Park Community Center. (Res.11-2391) Recommendation of Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 1-24-2011: Permission to enter in an agreement with Lakefront Engineering to prepare plans and specifications for Boiler Replacement at Humble Park Community Center be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 991.650.5010 - Humble Replace Boiler.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6009 A Subject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles for 1/24/2011 meetingCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned VehiclesApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5867 A Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting 4-way stop signs at the corner of Bate Street and Ashland Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 10th District requesting 4-way stop signs at the corner of Bate Street and Ashland Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 01-17-11: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted As Amended: Fail Action details Not available
10-5881 A Communication from Patrick Starken, RUSD Transportation Director, requesting parking sign changes at Fratt Elementary School (3501 Kinzie Ave.) and Knapp Elementary School (2701 17th St.).CommunicationSubject: Communication from Patrick Starken, RUSD Transportation Director, requesting parking sign changes at Fratt Elementary School (3501 Kinzie Ave.) and Knapp Elementary School (2701 17th St.). Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 01-17-11: Recommends that Schedule F of Section 94-141 be amended to create "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on any school day except for school buses." Further recommends that this new section be amended to include: 1. Arthur Avenue, west side, from Kinzie Avenue south 363 feet. 2. 17th Street, south side, from Quincy Avenue to Grange Avenue. 3. Grange Avenue, west side, from 17th Street south 124 feet. Further recommends that this new section be amended to include "Cleveland Avenue, east side, from Kinzie Avenue to Lindermann Avenue." Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5902 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Laurie Kell (4000 Maryland Ave, #301), requesting signage to alert motorists of disabled persons in the vicinity of Lathrop and Durand.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, on behalf of Laurie Kell (4000 Maryland Ave, #301), requesting signage to alert motorists of disabled persons in the vicinity of Lathrop and Durand. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 01-17-11: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5922 A Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting a traffic study at the intersection of N. Green Bay Road, Rapids Drive, and Floyd Drive.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting a traffic study at the intersection of N. Green Bay Road, Rapids Drive, and Floyd Drive. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 01-17-11: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6010 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 by granted: A. Recommends that Section 94-141 (9) 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 by granted: A. Recommends that Section 94-141 (9) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. on any school day except for school buses and mass transit vehicles owned and operated by the City" be amended: By Deleting: 1. Cleveland Avenue, east side, from Kinzie Avenue south 240 feet.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-5508 A Communication from the Uptown Improvement Organization Board requesting to discuss parking issues within the 1500 block of Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Uptown Improvement Organization Board requesting to discuss parking issues within the 1500 block of Washington Avenue. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 09-29-10: Defer Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 01-26-11: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5951 A Communication from the BUS Operations Manager requesting to discuss waiving formal bidding and instructing the Purchasing Agent to negotiate with Trapeze ITS U.S.A., LLC., for the provision of four (4) on-street signs and licenses with associated installaCommunicationSubject: Communication from the BUS Operations Manager requesting to discuss waiving formal bidding and instructing the Purchasing Agent to negotiate with Trapeze ITS U.S.A., LLC., for the provision of four (4) on-street signs and licenses with associated installation labor of the purchased equipment. (Res.11-2386) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 01-26-11: That formal bidding procedures be waived and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Trapeze ITS U.S.A., LLC., for the purchase of four (4) on-street signs and licenses with associated installation labor of the purchased equipment. Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Account 105.900.5040, Capital Projects - ARRA Funded.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6014 A CSM 3724 Durand AvenueCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Govednik Investments, LLC for approval of a 2-Lot Certified Survey Map at 3724 Durand Avenue. (PC-11) (Res.11-2387) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 1-26-11: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6016 A CUP 3430 Douglas AvenueConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Danny and Steven Sherrill seeking a conditional use permit for an auto repair with accessory auto sales at 3430 Douglas Avenue. (PC-11) (Res.11-2388) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 1-26-11: The the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-5992 A Request from Fred and Debra Swenson of 225 Jerome Blvd. to purchase vacant lot at 1109 Albert street.CommunicationSubject: Request from Fred and Debra Swenson of 2225 Jerome Blvd. to acquire vacant lot at 1109 Albert Street. (Res.11-2379) Recommendation of the Loan Board on 1/20/11: To approve the transfer of 1109 Albert Street on the condition that the lot be joined with 1103 Albert Street. Fiscal Note: The vacant parcel is too small (41 ft. x 51½ ft.) for a new home. Transfer to the Swensons will save property maintenance and other holding costs for the city and result in new property taxes, estimated at $160 per year.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6030 A Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Appoint Josh Garner 1809 Jupiter Ave Racine, 53404 to the Redevelopment Authority filling the current vacancy expiring April 1, 2014Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
11-6012 A HHW AmendmentsCommunicationSubject: Amendments to Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Agreements to Reflect Reduced Cost for 2011 (Res.11-2401) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 01-25-11: That Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk be authorized to sign amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with participating communities. Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee for approval. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 02-07-11: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with participating communities. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2379 A City of Racine be authorized and directed to transfer the property at 1109 Albert Street to Fred and Debra Swenson subject to conditionsResolutionCity of Racine be authorized and directed to transfer the property at 1109 Albert Street to Fred and Debra Swenson subject to conditions WHEREAS, Fred and Debra Swenson have asked to acquire the property at 1109 Albert Street from the City of Racine for one dollar to combine with their property at 1103 Albert Street for parking and yard space; and WHEREAS, the property at 1109 Albert Street is vacant, surplus property unneeded by the city and is too small for the construction of a new home; and WHEREAS, the sale of the property for combination with the adjacent property will return the property to productive use and taxable status. RESOLVED, that the City of Racine shall transfer to Fred and Debra Swenson the property at 1109 Albert Street (parcel ID no. 02948000), subject to the following conditions: a. That the cost of the parcel shall be one dollar ($1.00). b. The transfer of the parcel shall occur within 90 days of the adoption of this resolution. c. The parcel is transferred for the sole purpose of combining it with the property owned by Fred and Debra SwenAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2381 A Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Cities Readiness Initiative, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the grant agreement with tResolutionPublic Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Cities Readiness Initiative, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the grant agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the Department of Health Services for Cities Readiness Initiative, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the $26,871 grant agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services, to be utilized for the Cities Readiness Initiative program (Grant Control # 2011-001). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2382 A Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Programs, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the grant agreemResolutionPublic Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Programs, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the grant agreement with the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Programs, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the $225,896 grant agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Health Services to be utilized for the local Public Health Department's Performance Consolidated Programs (Grant Control #2011-002). The grant period is from January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011. Fiscal Note: The funds utilized by the following. $36,328 for Immunization; $28,098 for Childhood Lead; $12,882 for Prevention; $81,342 for Wisconsin Well Woman Program; $2,500 for Radon and AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2383 A Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept an amended grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the amended grantResolutionPublic Health Administrator be granted permission to accept an amended grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the amended grant agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept an amended grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for Public Health Emergency Preparedness, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an amended contract with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Health Services to be utilized for the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (Grant Control #2011-003) in the amount of $35,396. The grant period is from January 1, 2011 through August 9, 2011. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2384 A Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for unwanted prescription drug collections, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter intResolutionPublic Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for unwanted prescription drug collections, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the $7,500 grant agreement with the State of Wisconsin, Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for unwanted prescription drug collections, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the grant agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection to be utilized for the collection of unwanted prescription drug and household hazardous waste (Grant Control #2011-004). The grant agreement period is from January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011. Fiscal Note: $18,000 soft match will be made collectively by all municipal participants involved with the unwanted prescription drugs and household hazardAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2385 A Permission granted for the continuation of the self-insured worker's compensation program under the Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Act, and authorize the City Attorney to forward certified copies of the Resolution to the Worker's Compensation Division, WResolutionPermission granted for the continuation of the self-insured worker's compensation program under the Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Act, and authorize the City Attorney to forward certified copies of the Resolution to the Worker's Compensation Division, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Resolved, that permission be granted for the City of Racine's self-insured worker's compensation program to be continued compliant with the Wisconsin Administrative Code DWD 80.60(3), and the City Attorney be authorized and directed to forward certified copies of the Resolution to the Worker's Compensation Division, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2386 A Formal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Trapeze ITS U.S.A., LLC., for purchase of four on-street signs and licensesResolutionFormal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Trapeze ITS U.S.A., LLC., for purchase of four on-street signs and licenses Resolved, that being in the best interest of the City, formal bidding procedures be waived, and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Trapeze ITS U.S.A., LLC., for the purchase of four (4) on-street signs and licenses with associated installation labor of the purchased equipment. Fiscal Note: Funding is available.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2387 A Two-lot certified survey map at 3724 Durand Avenue be approved subject to conditionsResolutionTwo-lot certified survey map at 3724 Durand Avenue be approved subject to conditions Resolved, that the two-lot certified survey map at 3724 Durand Avenue be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the certified survey map as prepared by American Surveying Company, Inc., date stamped January 19, 2011, and presented to the Plan Commission on January 26, 2011, be approved subject to the condition contained herein. 2. That the ingress/egress closure along Durand Avenue be reviewed and approved by the Commissioner of Public Works or his designee. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2388 A Conditional Use Permit for an auto repair facility with accessory auto sales at 3430 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to conditionsResolutionConditional Use Permit for an auto repair facility with accessory auto sales at 3430 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to conditions Resolved, that Danny and Steven Sherrill seeking a Conditional Use Permit for an auto repair facility with accessory auto sales at 3430 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plan presented to the City Plan Commission on January 26, 2011 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all conditions of approval as they relate to Common Council Resolution 07-0392 be complied with unless otherwise amended herein. c. That within six months from the date of Common Council approval, the parking lot shall be sealed and striped in accordance with the approved plans, and wheel stops installed along the eastern and southern edges of the parking and display areas. d. That both the shared Douglas Avenue driveway, and cross access between 3430 and 3440 Douglas Avenue be maintained in an unobstructed condition at all times. e. That all parking spaces for customers, employees, toweAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2389 A Change Order No. 1 for Contract 47-10 (K0-058), PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1), Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 1 for Contract 47-10 (K0-058), PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1), Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., be approved. Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 for Contract 47-10 (K0-058), PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1) by Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., be approved for an increase of $29,625.35, for a total contract amount of $250,171.00. Fiscal Note: Funds in the amount of $20,267.49 are available in Account 990.700.5020, Parks Paving Projects 10 year Plan, and $9,357.86 are available in Account 207.000.5750 Cemetery Roads and Walks (2010).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2390 A Work be accepted for Contract 47-10 (K0-0458), PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1), Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., and final payment authorizedResolutionWork be accepted for Contract 47-10 (K0-0458), PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1), Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., and final payment authorized. Resolved, that the work be accepted for Contract 47-10 (K0-058), PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1), Parking Lot Maintenance, Inc., and final payment for Contract 47-10 (K0-058) PRCS Asphalt Pavement Improvements (R1) by Parking Lot Maintenance Inc., be approved, for a total contract amount of $250,171.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as listed below in the following listed accounts: 989-700-5030, Various Locations Remove Pavement, $2, 699.00 990.700.5020, Parks Paving Projects 10 year plan, $178,149.88 990.650.5020, Humble Repave Loop Road, $26, 873.00 207.000.5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, Roads and Walks 2009, $10,214.00 207.000.5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, Replace Catch Basins 2009, $4,180.00 207.000.5750, Cemetery Land Improvements, Roads and Walks 2010, $28,055.12AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2391 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Lakefront Engineering to prepare plans and specifications for Boiler Replacement at Humble Park Community CenterResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Lakefront Engineering to prepare plans and specifications for Boiler Replacement at Humble Park Community Center Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Lakefront Engineering to prepare plans and specifications for Boiler Replacement at Humble Park Community Center in an amount not to exceed $4,400.00 plus reimbursable costs. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 991.650.5010 - Humble Replace Boiler.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2392 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, be approved Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of $3,056.67. Further resolved, that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: ($ 456.67) - Account 890.030.5540, C.D.B.G. Resurfacing ($2,600.00) - Account 104.900.5420, Replacement Storm Sewer ($3,056.67) - Total Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 1 will result in a decrease in contract price.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2393 A Work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc., under Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by Payne & Dolan, Inc., under Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc., under Contract 12-10 (K0-012), Asphalt Resurfacing, C.D.B.G., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $159,681.03 Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 10-2006, dated May 4, 2010.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2394 A Work done by AZAR LLC., under Contract 45-10 (K0-054), Solid Waste Garage Tuckpointing, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by AZAR LLC., under Contract 45-10 (K0-054), Solid Waste Garage Tuckpointing, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by AZAR LLC under Contract 45-10 (K0-054), Solid Waste Garage Tuckpointing, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $47,765.90. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 10-2121, dated August 2, 2010.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2395 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC., for Design Services for City Hall Facilities Plan Implementation - Phase IVResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC., for Design Services for City Hall Facilities Plan Implementation - Phase IV Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with ARC Architectural Group, LLC., for Design Services for the City Hall Facilities Plan Implementation - Phase IV, in the not-to-exceed amount of $39,700.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 991.100.5010, City Hall Facilities Plan. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2396 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Architectural Associates Ltd., for Design Services for Solid Waste Garage - Female Locker RoomResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Architectural Associates Ltd., for Design Services for Solid Waste Garage - Female Locker Room Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Architectural Associates Ltd. for Design Services for the Solid Waste Garage-Female Locker Room, in the not-to-exceed amount of $10,700.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 991.410.5010, SW Garage-Female Locker Room. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2397 A Formal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for purchase of one Case 621E Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plowResolutionFormal bidding procedures be waived and Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for purchase of one Case 621E Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow Resolved, that being in the best interest of the City, formal bidding procedures be waived, and that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., for the purchase of one Case 621E Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this equipment of $160,000.00 and funding is available in Account 101.630.5790, St. Maintenance Wheel Loader.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.11-2398 A Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to purchase rain barrels from Greater Milwaukee Committee for the Storm Water UtilityResolutionCommissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to purchase rain barrels from Greater Milwaukee Committee for the Storm Water Utility Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to purchase 250 rain barrels from the Greater Milwaukee Committee for the Storm Water Utility in conjunction with the Sierra Club. Further resolved, that funding to pay for the cost of these rain barrels be appropriated from Account 104.000.5350, Public Participation. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. The estimated cost for this program is $10,625.00 and is funded through the Storm Water Utility.AdoptedPass Action details Not available