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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 8/21/2007 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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ZOrd.0004-07 A1.An Ordinance to Rezone 1300 (odd) block of Washington AvenueZoning OrdinanceAn Ordinance to Rezone 1300 (odd) block of Washington Avenue To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: That the parcels of property in the 1300 (odd) block of Washington Avenue, and more particularly described as follows: “Those properties known as 1301, 1303, 1323, 1327, 1329, 1331, 1337, 1341, 1347, & 1351 Washington Avenue and more particularly described as follows: Lots 3, 4, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, & 15 of Harmon’s Subdivision of Block 76 of the School Section. Said land being in the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin" be rezoned from "B-3" General Commercial District to “B-2” Community Shopping District, and designated as Supplement No. _____, which Supplement is hereby made a part of this ordinance. Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council __________________________ Approved ______________ __________________________ Mayor Attest: __________________________ City Clerk His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed  Action details Not available
07-1029 A2.claim of Sandra Jacob and Andrew JacobClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Sandra Jacob and Andrew Jacob for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: The claim of Sandra & Andrew Jacob, 1226 Goold Street, requesting $1,366.54 reimbursement from the City of Racine be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-1030 A3.claim of Marie SandsClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Marie Sands for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: The claim of Marie Sands, 2555 Iris Court, requesting $917.24 reimbursement from the City of Racine be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-1031 A4.claim of Francisco RodriguezClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Francisco Rodriguez for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: The claim of Francisco Rodriguez, 1002 Yout Street, requesting $577.95 reimbursement from the City of Racine be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-1058 A5.Mayor requesting a review of the contract for the City Administrator.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Mayor requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to review the contract for the City Administrator's position. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: The communication be received and filed to allow the City Administrator's contract to advance to the Common Council for ratification. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-1068 A6.Transfer fund for AC repair at former Fire Station No. 5.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting the transfer of funds to pay for air conditioning repairs at the former Fire Station No. 5 on Marquette Street. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08-27-07: Appropriate $5,000 from account 404.000.5670 Building Complex Internal Service, Building Maintenance and Repairs, to be utilized for the repair of the air conditioner at the former Fire Station No. 5 and the installation of fencing to protect the outdoor unit with the understanding that any year-end deficiencies in Fund 404, Building Complex Internal Service Fund, be funded up to $5,000 from other funding sources. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in the account.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1028 A7.Request to use Municipal Courtroom to film a movie scene.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Sparta Rocks Productions requesting the use of the city courtroom for filming a movie scene. Recommendation: That Sparta Rocks! Productions be granted permission to use the courtroom at the City Hall Annex for filming a scene for a movie with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1040 A8.Request to hang flags over right-of-way at 2501 Douglas Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from James Jackson, 2501 Douglas Avenue, requesting permission to hang flags over the public right-of-way. Recommendation: The property owner of 2501 Douglas Avenue be granted permission to hang projecting flags over city right-of-way, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1041 A9.Request to continue an existing 2' facade projection over city right-of-way at 1650 Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from United Construction Corporation requesting permission to continue an existing 2' facade projection over city right-of-way at 1650 Washington Avenue. Recommendation: The property owner of 1650 Washington Avenue be granted permission to continue an existing 2' facade projection over city right-of-way, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1041 A Request to continue an existing 2' facade projection over city right-of-way at 1650 Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from United Construction Corporation requesting permission to continue an existing 2' facade projection over city right-of-way at 1650 Washington Avenue. Recommendation: The property owner of 1650 Washington Avenue be granted permission to continue an existing 2' facade projection over city right-of-way, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1049 A10.Additional street lighting on Norwood Drive.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Eddie Johnson, 2821 Norwood Drive, requesting additional street lighting on Norwood Drive. Recommendation: In accordance with Section 2-94 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, the following street lighting changes be approved: Install one (1) 150-watt high-pressure sodium street in the 2800 block of Norwood Drive. Fiscal Note: The estimated installation cost of this lighting is $800.00 for installation and the annual operating cost is $150.00 per fixture.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1067 A11.Revised AT&T contract.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a revised contract with AT&T. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Telephone Service Agreement with AT&T, in accordance with their submittal dated August 14, 2007, for the first year estimated cost of $37,314.60. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this agreement are available in Account 402.000.5530, Telephone Service Expense. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1069 A12.Sewer problems in the 100 block of Virginia Street during heavy rains.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District regarding sewer problems in the 100 block of Virginia Street during heavy rains. Also refer to the Water and Wastewater Commission Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 8-28-07: Receive and File Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commission on 9-25-07: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: The Racine Water and Wastewater Utility has approved plans to address this problem in the 2008 construction season.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1069 A Sewer problems in the 100 block of Virginia Street during heavy rains.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District regarding sewer problems in the 100 block of Virginia Street during heavy rains. Also refer to the Water and Wastewater Commission Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 8-28-07: Receive and File Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commission on 9-25-07: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: The Racine Water and Wastewater Utility has approved plans to address this problem in the 2008 construction season.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1069 A Sewer problems in the 100 block of Virginia Street during heavy rains.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District regarding sewer problems in the 100 block of Virginia Street during heavy rains. Also refer to the Water and Wastewater Commission Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 8-28-07: Receive and File Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Commission on 9-25-07: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: The Racine Water and Wastewater Utility has approved plans to address this problem in the 2008 construction season.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0937 A13.Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine License for Dragan Sekuloski, for 605 Sixth Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Wine License for Dragan Sekuloski, for 605 Sixth Street. (1st District)Referred  Action details Not available
07-1032 A14.Traci L. Mottl of Uptown Transfer, LLC., for a Secondhand Article Dealers License at 1410 Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Traci L. Mottl of Uptown Transfer, LLC., for a Secondhand Article Dealers License at 1410 Washington Avenue.Referred  Action details Not available
07-1066 A15.Communication from Mercedes Dzindzeleta requesting the City of Racine post all of its speed limit signs at 25 mph.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mercedes Dzindzeleta requesting the City of Racine post all of its speed limit signs at 25 mph. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (09-17-07): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (10-15-07): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (11-29-07): Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission (01-28-08): Receive and file Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-1039 A16.Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the July 2007 operating and financial report for the Wsconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit Planner submitting the July 2007 operating and financial report for the Wisconsin Coach Lines Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee intercity bus service. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-1050 A17.Request of the Alderman of the Eleventh District for improved signage at the City of Racine Dog Park, welcoming visitors and stating that this is a City of Racine park and promoting Racine's downtown and other attractions.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Alderman of the Eleventh District for improved signage at the City of Racine Dog Park, welcoming visitors and stating that this is a City of Racine park and promoting Racine's downtown and other attractions. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 9-12-07: that the request be approved. Fiscal note: to be determinedReferred  Action details Not available
07-0822 A18.Funds for purchasing & demolition of structures on 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. DriveCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request for an advance of funds from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the purchase of and demolition of structures on 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. Drive. Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 6-22-07: That the item be deferred. Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 8-1-07: To approve of and allocate funding for the acqusition and to adopt Redev. Resolution 07-15. Fiscal Note: Funds would be advanced from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund and repaid by Tax Increment District No. 15. Further to refer to Finance and Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: Approve a $300,000 advance from Fund (919) Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing to TID #15 for the purchase and demolition of structures on 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund, which will be reimbursed over time by the tax incremental district (TID-15) created for this project.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0988 A19.2008 Weed and Seed Grant.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker wishing to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee regarding the 2008 Weed and Seed Grant. (Grant #2007-WS-Q7-0015). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Department of Justice for the Weed and Seed Grant. (Grant #2007-WS-Q7-0015) in the amount of $200,000. Fiscal Note: Soft Match 25% (Grant Control #2007-043)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0989 A20.Settlement agreement for non-represented retirees.CommunicationSubject: Communication from City Attorney wishing to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the settlement agreement for non-represented retirees. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: To approve the settlement agreement for non-represented retirees as presented. Fiscal Note: $235,000.00 - $300,000.00 to reimburse retirees for Medicare Part B.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0991 A21.Acquiring 1511 Washington Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Executive Director for authorization to acquire 1511 Washington Avenue. Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 8-1-07: To approve of and allocate funding for the acquisition, and to adopt Redev. Resolution 07-16.. Fiscal Note: Funds would be advanced from the 820 Commercial Corridor Fund. Sufficient funds are available for this purpose. Further to refer to Finance and Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: Approve the acquisition of the property at 1511 Washington Avenue with an advance from Fund 820 in the amount of $109,000. Fiscal Note: $109,000. Funds are available in Fund 820.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1027 A22.Purchasing Agent's submission of Official Notice #11, Uniform/Textile Rental Services.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent, submitting the results of Official Notice #11, Uniform/Textile Rental Services. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Alsco for uniform/textile rental services at their bid price of $75,209.75 for the first two years and to allow a 3% increase in each of the final three years of this contract. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the following accounts: 101.630.5250 Street Maintenance Work Supplies 101.100.5670 City Hall Building Maintenance & Repairs 101.200.5670 City Hall Annex Building Maintenance & Repairs 101.210.5670 Safety Building Maintenance & Repairs 101.660.5260 King Center Janitorial Supplies 101.670.5260 Tyler-Domer Center Janitorial Supplies 101.680.5260 Bryant Center Janitorial Supplies 101.700.5670 Parks Building Maintenance & SuppliesApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0784 A23.Three-party agreement for the Design of Northwestern Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a three-party agreement for the Design of Northwestern Avenue. Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a three-party agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Strand Associates for the Design of Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) from Golf Avenue to Rapids Drive, at the not-to-exceed cost of $145,704.56, which is funded 75%, or $109,278.42, by the State of Wisconsin, and 25%, or $36,426.14, by the City of Racine. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 987.908.5020, Concrete Pavement Replacement, Misc. Loc. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0877 A24.Increased lighting on High Street between Douglas Avenue and N. Main Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District requesting increased lighting on High Street between Douglas Avenue and N. Main Street. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-14-07: That the request to increase lighting levels on High Street, between Main Street and Douglas Avenue, be approved at an estimated cost of $5,500.00. Further recommends that since this was not a budgeted item for 2007, that it be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for appropriate funding. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-27-07: Funding for Street Lighting Improvements on High Street in the amount of $5,500 be allocated from available funds in the existing 2007 DPW General Fund budget in department 590, Street Lighting, with the understanding that any year-end deficiencies in the overall DPW General Fund budget be funded up to $5,500 from other funding sources. Fiscal Note: 2007 accounts currently have sufficient funds available.Referred  Action details Not available
07-0978 A25.Request to change City Ord. 94.128 to raise weight restrictions on streets.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from James Pirk, 1637 Russet Street, requesting to change City Ord. 94.128 to raise weight restrictions on streets. Recommendation: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1003 A26.Landmark Credit Union requesting permission to install 2 access drives within the City's right-of-way at 3413 Rapids Drive.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Landmark Credit Union requesting permission to install 2 access drives within the City's right-of-way at 3413 Rapids Drive. Recommendation: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1015 A27.Bid award for salt for ice control for 2007-08 winter season.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting the bid award for salt for ice control for the 2007-2008 winter season. Recommendation: The bid of North American Salt Company for the purchase of 6,000 tons (more or less) of salt for ice control for the 2007-08 year, be accepted at their bid price of $36.65 per ton delivered, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 101.549.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies. Fiscal Note: The City of Racine's allotment of salt will be based upon 6,000 tons, and funds to make these purchases are budgeted in Account 101.540.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1026 A28.St. Patrick Parish request to close Erie Street from Prospect Street to Colbert Street on 9/2/2007.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from St. Patrick Parish requesting to close Erie Street from Prospect Street to Colbert Street on September 2, 2007 for a parish event. Recommendation: St. Patrick Parish be granted permission to close Erie Street, between Prospect Street and Colbert Street, on Sunday, September 2, 2007, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for a parish picnic. 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 be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basisApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1033 A29.Bid results on Contract 50-07 (K7-058), City Hall Annex - Photovoltaic Generation System.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 50-07 (K7-058), City Hall Annex - Photovoltaic Generation System. Recommendation: That the bids be received and filed. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to readvertise for this project. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1034 A30.Amendment No. 1 to State Contract 2440-08-00, Sixth Street,CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Amendment No. 1 to State Contract 2440-08-00, Sixth Street, Grand Avenue to Main Street, HNTB Corporation, consultant. Recommendation: That Amendment No. 1 to State Contract ID: 2440-08-00, Sixth Street, Grand Avenue to Main Street, HNTB Corporation, consultant, be approved in the amount of $40,487.39, with the City's share being $10,121.85. Further recommend that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.908.5080, Sixth Street - Main Street to Grand Avenue. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1035 A31.Request for a reduction in retainage on Contract 49-05 (K5-056)CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering, submitting a request for reduction of retainage on Contract 49-05 (K5-056), Lake Michigan Pathway Construction, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor. Recommendation: That the retainage on Contract 49-05 (K5-056), Lake Michigan Pathway Construction, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor, be reduced to $5,000.00. Fiscal Note: The amount of retainage is sufficient to cover the value of the remainder of the work on this project.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1038 A32.Revised Ohio Street Roundabout Feasibility Report for State Contract 2703-03-05, Ohio StreetCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a revised Ohio Street Roundabout Feasibility Report for State Contract 2703-03-05, Ohio Street - 16th Street to 21st Street, Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant. Recommendation: That the Roundabout Feasibility Report, as submitted by Clark Dietz, Inc., for the intersection of Byrd Avenue and Ohio Street which recommends the installation of traffic signals at this intersection, be approved. Fiscal Note: The construction of a signalized intersection was the most cost effective solution due to the need to purchase property for implementation of a roundabout.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0950 B33.The Fire Chief requests the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to extend the Wisconsin Emeergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract for two years.CommunicationSubject: The Fire Chief is requesting the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract for two years, through June 30, 2009. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract through June 30, 2009. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 8-13-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract through June 30, 2009. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0951 B34.The Fire Chief requests to enter into a 6-month agreement with JH Meyer and Associates for consulting services related to the State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team NetworkCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to enter into a 6-month, professional service agreement with JH Meyer and Associates for consulting services related to the State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team Network. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 6-month, professional service agreement with JH Meyer and Associates for consulting services related to the State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team Network. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 8-13-07: That permission be granted for the Fire Chief to enter into a 6-month, professional service agreement with JH Meyer and Associates for consulting services related to the State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team Network, which will give them time to explore their options. Fiscal Note: $3,000. Funds are available in Account 268.000.5610, State Haz Mat Consulting Fees.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0952 B35.The Fire Chief is requesting to transfer funds to cover the cost of replacing a fire department vehicleCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to transfer funds to cover the cost of replacing a fire department vehicle. Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: Approve a transfer of$36,000 from Account 101.300.5030, Overtime, to Account 101.300.5780, Licensed Vehicles, to cover the cost of replacing a fire department vehicle. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 8-13-07: That permission be granted for the Fire Chief to transfer $36,000 from Account 101.300.5030, Overtime, to Account 101.300.5780 to cover the cost of replacing a fire department vehicle. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for this transfer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0971 A36.Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services for permission to amend the agreement between the City of Racine and DRC for the Redesign and Landscape Improvements at Monument Square.CommunicationSubject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services for permission to amend the agreement between the City of Racine and DRC for the Redesign and Landscape Improvements at Monument Square.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0981 A37.Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting a transfer of C.I.P. funds to the 911 Telephone System Account.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Chief Wahlen, requesting a transfer of C.I.P. funds to the 911 Telephone System Account. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: Approve a transfer of$101,764.80 from Account 987.310.5030, Radio Receiver Site Modification to Account 987.351.5010, 911 Telephone System. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 8-13-07: That permission be granted for Police Chief Wahlen to transfer $101,764.80 from Account 987.310.5030, Radio Receiver Site Modification to Account 987.351.5010, 911 Telephone System to replace the current system. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for this transfer.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1005 B38.Fire Chief Requests Permission to Accept a Payment From the StateCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept a payment for services to be rendered from the State of Wisconsin Level A Regional Hazardous Materials Team. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-13-07: Permission granted to accept payment of $122,500 from the State of Wisconsin Level A Regional Hazardous Materials Team. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 8-13-07: That permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept payment of $122,500 from the State of Wisconsin Level A Regional Hazardous Materials Team. Fiscal Note: $122,500 to be deposited into the State Revenue Funds Account 268.000.6810.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0243 A39.Vacation of Reichert CourtResolutionVacation of Reichert Court Resolved, that since public interest requires it, that the following parcel of land, more particularly described as follows, be and hereby is vacated and discontinued: Reichert Court from Michigan Boulevard to its eastern most terminus Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-0818 A40.Use of City property for temp spoils storageCommunicationSubject: Communication from the General Manager requesting use of City property for temporary spoils storage. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That a request from the General Manager of the Water and Waste Water Utilities, seeking to use City property at 710 Rickeman Ct. for temporary storage of spoils from water main breaks be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That this facility comply with hydrologic standards outlined in Section 114-851 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City and all other applicable regulations of Section 114 relating to activities in floodland and shoreland areas. c. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. d. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this approval without the approval of the Plan Commission and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Common Council. e. That this approval is Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0315 A41.Approval of Uptown Business Improvement District Operating PlanResolutionApproval of Uptown Business Improvement District Operating Plan Resolved, that the Uptown Business Improvement District Operating Plan as presented to the City Plan Commission on June 27, 2007 be approved. Further resolved, that the Mayor be authorized to appoint members to the BID Board. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
07-0895 A42.Request by S.C. Johnson seeking to amend a conditional use permitConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by S.C. Johnson seeking to amend a conditional use permit to relocate their helipad at 1525 Howe Street to the southeast corner of Racine Street and 14th Street Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That the request by S.C. Johnson seeking an amendment to a conditional use permit to relocate their helipad at 1525 Howe Street to the southeast corner of Racine Street and 14th Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received June 8, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on August, 8 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration. c. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and permits acquire. d. That an impact mitigation plan be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval. The impact mitigation plan is to serve to minimize the potential for noise, dust and debris, and the visual distraction of passing motorists. The impact mitigatioApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0896 A43.Request by Erik Jacobsen seeking a conditional use permit at 1225 Washington Ave.Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Erik Jacobson seeking a conditional use permit for a tire repair shop at 1225 Washington Ave. Recommendation of the Access Corridor Development Committee on 8-7-07: To recommend that the request by Erik Jacobson seeking a conditional use permit for a tire repair shop at 1225 Washington Avenue be approved, subject to the conditions to be presented to Plan Commission on August 8, 2007. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That a request from Erik Jacobsen seeking a conditional use permit to operate a tire repair and sales operation at 1225 Washington Avenue be granted, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received June 26, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That an occupancy permit be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the maximum hours that the facility be open to the general public be Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. d. ThaApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0897 A44.Request by Fadi R. Imseitef seeking a conditional use permit for 3430 and 3440 Douglas Ave.Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Fadi R. Imseitef seeking a conditional use permit for a unified development plan for an auto sale and repair facility at 3430 Douglas Avenue and a multi-tenant building at 3440 Douglas Ave. Recommendation of the Access Corridor Development Committee on 8-7-07: To recommend that a request from Fadi R. Imseitef seeking a conditional use permit for a unified development plan at 3430 and 3440 Douglas Avenue for automobile sales at 3430 Douglas Avenue and the creation of a multi-tenant building at 3440 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the conditions to be presented to Plan Commission on August 8, 2007. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That a request from Fadi R. Imseitef seeking a conditional use permit for a unified development plan at 3430 and 3440 Douglas Avenue for automobile sales at 3430 Douglas Avenue and the creation of a multi-tenant building at 3440 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received June 27, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0958 A45.Request by Cyndi Knapp-Finely seeking a minor amendment to the Regency Mall conditional use permit to allow additional parking lot events at 5538 Durand Ave.Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Cyndi Knapp-Finely seeking a minor amendment to the Regency Mall conditional use permit to allow additional parking lot events at 5538 Durand Ave. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That the request by Cyndi Knapp-Finely seeking a minor amendment to the Regency Mall conditional use permit to allow additional parking lot events at 5538 Durand Avenue be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the display and sale of the following products is permitted no more than once in a twelve month period: Jet Skis and ATVs, Pools, Hot Tubs, Saunas, Patio Furniture, Landscaping and Lawn Grooming Equipment, Christmas Trees, Wreaths and Related items, Playground Equipment. b. That the set up, operation and break down of such sales events shall occur one at a time with no overlap of such events (excluding such activities associated with a farmers market). c. That parking lot activities authorized by this and previous approvals shall not occur more than ten times in a twelve month period (excluding a farmers market)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1017 A46.Relocate an existing equipment shelter at 1828 De Koven Avenue.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to relocate an existing equipment shelter at 1828 De Koven Avenue. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That the request by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to relocate an existing equipment shelter at 1828 De Koven Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received July 30, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. c. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission, and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Common Council. d. That this permit is subject to Plan Commission review for compliance with the listed conditions. e. That the operator provides to the City/County Communications Office within the Racine Police Department a current listiApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1025 A47.Communication transmitting a disposition plan for properties acquired from the former Southside Revitalization Corporation.CommunicationSubject: Communication transmitting a disposition plan for properties acquired from the former Southside Revitalization Corporation. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That the disposition plan for the properties acquired from the former Southside Revitalization Corporation is consistent with City plans and programs. Further, that the disposition plan be approved. Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on 8-16-2007: That the Common Council approve the disposition plan for the former Southside Revitalization Corporation properties as recommended by the City Plan Commission on 8-8-2007. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account # 818. It is expected that all costs, including the outstanding loan balances, will be recovered through property sales.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Not available
07-1036 A48.ZOrd.0004-07 to rezone 1300 (odd) block of Washington AvenueZoning ItemSubject: ZOrd.0004-07 to rezone 1300 (odd) block of Washington Avenue. To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-8-07: That the Ordinance ZOrd.0004-07 be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0751 A49.Communication from Project New Life requesting Local Option funds for a summer intern program.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Project New Life requesting Local Option funds for a summer intern program. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 6-14-07: That this item be received and filed. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-16-07: That this item be received and filed.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-1055 A50.Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointmentsCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Becker nominating appointments/reappointments to the following Committees and Commissions for the City of Racine: Affirmative Action Human Rights Commission: Appoint Alderman David Maack for a one-year term ending in May 2008. Appoint Belinda Cronin, 3520 Washington Avenue, to fill an unexpired term ending in May 2008. Cornelius Gordon, 2309 W. High Street, to fill an unexpired term ending in May 2010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
07-0255 A51.Request of SkyLink Networks, Inc. to discuss placing a cellular tower at Lockwood Park.CommunicationSubject: 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/AReferred  Action details Not available
07-1016 A52.Designation of 1100 blocks of Lake Avenue and S. Main Street, and 100 block of 12th Street.CommunicationSubject: Consideration of the designation of a Racine Historic District encompassing certain properties in the 1100 blocks of Lake Avenue and South Main Street, and the 100 block of Twelfth Street. Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Committee on 7-2-07: That this item be deferred. Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Committee on 8-6-07: That an H-Historic properties District be established for certain properties in the area of 11th Street and Lake Avenue. Further that this item be referred to the Plan Commission for a public hearing to consider a rezoning to establish an H-Historic Properties District. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-11-09: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
Res.07-0370 A53.St. Patrick Parish Permission to Close City StreetsResolutionSt. Patrick Parish Permission to Close City Streets Resolved, that St. Patrick Parish be granted permission to close Erie Street, between Prospect Street and Colbert Street, on Sunday, September 2, 2007, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for a parish picnic. Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed. B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various City departments, on a regular shift basis, to assist in implementing this event.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0371 A54.Award Bid for Salt for Ice Control 2007-2008 WinterResolutionAward Bid for Salt for Ice Control 2007-2008 Winter Resolved, that the bid of North American Salt Company for the purchase of 6,000 tons (more or less) of salt for ice control for the 2007-08 year, be accepted at their bid price of $36.65 per ton delivered, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of this purchase be appropriated from Account 101.549.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies. Fiscal Note: The City of Racine's allotment of salt will be based upon 6,000 tons, and funds to make these purchases are budgeted in Account 101.540.5250, Snow and Ice Control, Work Supplies.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0372 A55.Amendment to State Contract for Sixth Street - Main Street to Grand AvenueResolutionAmendment to State Contract for Sixth Street - Main Street to Grand Avenue Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to State Contract ID: 2440-08-00, Sixth Street, Grand Avenue to Main Street, HNTB Corporation, consultant, be approved in the amount of $40,487.39, with the City's share being $10,121.85. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from Account 987.908.5080, Sixth Street - Main Street to Grand Avenue. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0373 A56.Reduction of Retainage on Contract for Lake Michigan Pathway ConstructionResolutionReduction of Retainage on Contract for Lake Michigan Pathway Construction Resolved, that the retainage on Contract 49-05 (K5-056), Lake Michigan Pathway Construction, Phase II, Bane-Nelson, Inc., contractor, be reduced to $5,000.00. Fiscal Note: The amount of retainage is sufficient to cover the value of the remainder of the work on this project.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0374 A57.Three-Party Agreement for Design of Northwestern AvenueResolutionThree-Party Agreement for Design of Northwestern Avenue Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a three-party agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Strand Associates for the Design of Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) from Golf Avenue to Rapids Drive, at the not-to-exceed cost of $145,704.56, which is funded 75%, or $109,278.42, by the State of Wisconsin, and 25%, or $36,426.14, by the City of Racine. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in Account 987.908.5020, Concrete Pavement Replacement, Misc. Loc. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0375 A58.Transfer of Funds for the Police DepartmentResolutionTransfer of Funds for the Police Department Resolved, that permission be granted to the Police Chief to transfer $101,764.80 from Account 987.310.5030, Radio Receiver Site Modification, to Account 987.351.5010, 911 Telephone System, to replace the current system. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for this transfer.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0376 A59.Amendment to Agreement with DRC for Improvements at Monument SquareResolutionAmendment to Agreement with DRC for Improvements at Monument Square Resolved, that the Agreement between the City of Racine and DRC for the Redesign and Landscape Improvements at Monument Square be amended to read as follows: "$50,000.00 or more to be contributed in 2007, 2008 and 2009, or upon mutual consent of the parties, monetary and/or in-kind contributions of equal or greater value in lieu of said payments no later than August 31 of each year." Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0377 A60.Extension to Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team ContractResolutionExtension to Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team Contract Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to extend the Wisconsin Emergency Management/State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team contract through June 30, 2009. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0378 A61.Professional Service Agreement with JH Meyer and AssociatesResolutionProfessional Service Agreement with JH Meyer and Associates Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 6-month professional service agreement with JH Meyer and Associates for consulting services related to the State Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team Network. Fiscal Note: The agreement is in the amount of $3,000 and funds are available in Account 268.000.5610, State Haz Mat Consulting Fee.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0379 A62.Transfer of funds for replacement of fire department vehicleResolutionTransfer of funds for replacement of fire department vehicle Resolved, that $36,000 be transferred from Account 101.300.5030, Overtime, to Account 101.300.5780, Licensed Vehicles, to cover the cost of replacing a fire department vehicle. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for this transfer.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0380 A63.Fire Department accept payment from State of WisconsinResolutionFire Department accept payment from State of Wisconsin Resolved, that permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept payment of $122,500 from the State of Wisconsin Level A Regional Hazardous Materials Team. Fiscal Note: $122500 to be deposited into the State Revenue Funds Account 268.000.6810.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0381 A64.2008 Weed and Seed GrantResolution2008 Weed and Seed Grant Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Department of Justice for the Weed and Seed Grant. (Grant #2007-WS-Q7-0015) in the amount of $200,000. Fiscal Note: Soft Match 25% (Grant Control #2007-043).Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0382 A65.Contract with Alsco for uniform/textile rental servicesResolutionContract with Alsco for uniform/textile rental services Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Alsco for uniform/textile rental services at their bid price of $75,209.75 for the first two years and to allow a 3% increase in each of the final three years of this contract. Further resolved, that funds are available in the following accounts: 101.630.5250 Street Maintenance Work Supplies 101.100.5670 City Hall Building Maintenance & Repairs 101.200.5670 City Hall Annex Building Maintenance & Repairs 101.210.5670 Safety Building Maintenance & Repairs 101.660.5260 King Center Janitorial Supplies 101.670.5260 Tyler-Domer Center Janitorial Supplies 101.680.5260 Bryant Center Janitorial Supplies 101.700.5670 Parks Building Maintenance & Supplies Fiscal Note: Funds are available in above accounts.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0384 A66.Agreement with DNR for monitoring Great Lakes BeachesResolutionAgreement with DNR for monitoring Great Lakes Beaches Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $5,190 agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the 2007 Wisconsin Great Lakes Nearshore Monitoring Project (Grant Control No. 2007-030) to be utilized for monitoring Great Lakes Beaches. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0385 A67.Permission for Redevelopment Authority to Acquire 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. DriveResolutionPermission for Redevelopment Authority to Acquire 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Whereas, the mortgage holder of the property at 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive has discussed with city staff the sale of the property to the Redevelopment Authority; and Whereas, purchase of the property at this time would be in the public interest and would facilitate the redevelopment of the property in a manner consistent with community goals. 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 1014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (parcel ID 3109000). 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 the acquisition to other property redevelopment by the Authority. Further resolved, that the Finance Director is authorized and directed to advance to the Authority $300,000 from the IntergovernmentaAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0386 A68.Permission for Redevelopment Authority to Acquire 1511 Washington AvenueResolutionPermission for Redevelopment Authority to Acquire 1511 Washington Avenue Whereas, the owner of the property at 1511 Washington Avenue, which is within the Uptown commercial area, has offered to sell the property to the Authority for $109,000; and Whereas, acquisition by the Authority will 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) (b), Wis. Stats., authorizes and directs the Redevelopment Authority to acquire 1511 Washington Avenue (parcel ID 09289000). 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 the acquisition to other property redevelopment by the Authority. Further resolved, that the Finance Director is authorized and directed to adAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.07-0387 A69.Permission to apply for WellPoint Foundation GrantResolutionPermission to apply for WellPoint Foundation Grant Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for the $150,000 WellPoint Foundation Grant (Grant Control No. 2007-041) to be utilized for the Racine Infant Mortality Prevention Initiative. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0388 A70.Permission to apply for grant for Community-Academic Partnership FundResolutionPermission to apply for grant for Community-Academic Partnership Fund Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for the $67,000 Community-Academic Partnership Fund for the Racine Infant Mortality Coalition (Grant Control No. 2007-042). Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0389 A71.Use of City property at 710 Rickeman Court for temporary storage of spoils from water main breaksResolutionUse of City property at 710 Rickeman Court for temporary storage of spoils from water main breaks Resolved, that the request from the General Manager of the Water and Waste Water Utilities, seeking to use City property at 710 Rickeman Ct. for temporary storage of spoils from water main breaks be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That this facility comply with hydrologic standards outlined in Section 114-851 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City and all other applicable regulations of Section 114 relating to activities in floodland and shoreland areas. c. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. d. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this approval without the approval of the Plan Commission and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Common Council. e. That this approval is subject to Plan Commission review for compliance witAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0390 A72.Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for 1525 Howe StreetResolutionAmendment to Conditional Use Permit for 1525 Howe Street Resolved that request by S.C. Johnson seeking an amendment to a conditional use permit to relocate their helipad at 1525 Howe Street to the southeast corner of Racine Street and 14th Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received June 8, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on August, 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable permits be obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration. c. That all applicable codes and ordinances be complied with and permits acquire. d. That an impact mitigation plan be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval. The impact mitigation plan is to serve to minimize the potential for noise, dust and debris, and the visual distraction of passing motorists. The impact mitigation plan shall be implemented prior to the use of the relocated helipad. e. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without approval of the Plan Commission, Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0391 A73.Conditional Use Permit for 1225 Washington AvenueResolutionConditional Use Permit for 1225 Washington Avenue Resolved, that the request from Erik Jacobsen seeking a conditional use permit to operate a tire repair and sales operation at 1225 Washington Avenue be granted, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received June 26, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That an occupancy permit be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That the maximum hours that the facility be open to the general public be Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. d. That prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit, the following shall be submitted to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee for review and approval: 1. A landscape plan illustrating a landscape bed or planter area. Said landscaped area or planter area shall be installed prior to occupancy, otherwise a letter of credit equal to the value of said landscaping shall be submitted for review and approval by Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0392 A74.Conditional Use Permit for 3430 and 3440 Douglas AvenueResolutionConditional Use Permit for 3430 and 3440 Douglas Avenue Resolved, that the request from Fadi R. Imseitef seeking a conditional use permit for a unified development plan at 3430 and 3440 Douglas Avenue for automobile sales at 3430 Douglas Avenue and the creation of a multi-tenant building at 3440 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received June 27, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department. c. That prior to the issuance of occupancy permits, the following shall be submitted to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee for 3430 and 3440 Douglas Avenue for review and approval: 1. A landscaping plan detailing the landscaping illustrated in the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007. Said landscaping shall be installed prior to occupancy, otherwise a letter of credit equal to the value of said landscaping shall be submitted for review and appAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0393 A75.Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for 5538 Durand AvenueResolutionAmendment to Conditional Use Permit for 5538 Durand Avenue Resolved, that the request of Cyndi Knapp-Finely seeking a minor amendment to the Regency Mall conditional use permit to allow additional parking lot events at 5538 Durand Avenue, be approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the display and sale of the following products is permitted no more than once in a twelve month period: Jet Skis and ATVs, Pools, Hot Tubs, Saunas, Patio Furniture, Landscaping and Lawn Grooming Equipment, Christmas Trees, Wreaths and Related items, Playground Equipment. b. That the set up, operation and break down of such sales events shall occur one at a time with no overlap of such events (excluding such activities associated with a farmers market). c. That parking lot activities authorized by this and previous approvals shall not occur more than ten times in a twelve month period (excluding a farmers market). d. That all other conditions of approval as contained in Common Council Resolution No. 6302 of August 21, 1979, Plan Commission action of May 30, 2001, and Common CouAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0394 A76.Relocation of equipment shelter at 1828 De Koven AvenueResolutionRelocation of equipment shelter at 1828 De Koven Avenue Resolved, that the request by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine to relocate an existing equipment shelter at 1828 De Koven Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans stamped "Received July 30, 2007" and presented to the Plan Commission on August 8, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired. c. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Plan Commission, and no major changes be made from the conditions of this permit without the approval of the Common Council. d. That this permit is subject to Plan Commission review for compliance with the listed conditions. e. That the operator provides to the City/County Communications Office within the Racine Police Department a current listing of all frequencies utilized by this facility and the name of a contact in charge of radio frequencies for the operator, and to notify the CAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.07-0395 A77.Disposition Plan for Former Southside Revitalization Corporation PropertiesResolutionDisposition Plan for Former Southside Revitalization Corporation Properties Resolved, that the Disposition Plan for Former Southside Revitalization Corporation Properties dated August 2, 2007 be approved. Further resolved, that appropriate city officials are authorized and directed to proceed to implement the plan, including execution of any agreement, option, lease, mortgage, and/or deed of sale needed to implement the plan, without further action by the Common Council. Fiscal Note: The costs of readying properties for sale and the existing loan balances will be recovered through the property sales.AdoptedPass Action details Not available