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ZOrd.002-13
| A | | ZOrd.002-13 - AN ORDINANCE REZONING 718 GRAND AVENUE | Zoning Ordinance | Zoning Ordinance - ZOrd.002-13
AN ORDINANCE REZONING 718 GRAND AVENUE
To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
That the property located at 718 Grand Avenue and more particularly described as follows:
“Said lands being in Racine County WI, City of Racine, in the northeast ¼ of the northwest ¼ of Section 16, Township 3 North, Range 23 east, more particularly described as follows: being the western 1/2 of block 48 of the School Section, Lots 4, 5, 6 plus part of Lot 3 beginning at the southwest corner of said Lot, then east 52.98 FT along the south line of said Lot, then Northwesterly to a point on the northerly line of said Lot, then 14.3 feet northeasterly to the northwest corner of said lot, then southwesterly along the northerly lot line of said lot, than 14.3 feet to the northwest corner of said Lot, then south along the west line of said Lot to the point of beginning, said lands containing 27,700 square feet +/- ( 0.64 acres ).”
be rezoned from B-4 Central | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | Fail |
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13-8858
| A | | Communication from the Chairman of the City of Racine Board of Ethics submitting their 2012-2013 Annual Report. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chairman of the City of Racine Board of Ethics submitting their 2012-2013 Annual Report. | Received and Filed | |
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13-8848
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief requesting to waive formal bidding and instruct Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with Federal Signal, Knoxville, TN, for the purchase of Automated License Plate Reader equipment and software for use | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to waive formal bidding and instruct Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with Federal Signal, Knoxville, TN, for the purchase of Automated License Plate Reader equipment and software for use by the RPD. Funding for this purchase is budgeted.(Res. No. 13-0210)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to waive formal bidding and instruct Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole-source procurement with Federal Signal, Knoxville, TN, for the purchase of Automated License Plate Reader equipment and software for use by the RPD.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this purchase available in the 2012 JAG Grant. | Referred | |
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13-8859
| A | | communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Rosario D'Acquisto and Chuck D'Acquisto for consideration | Claim | Subject: communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Rosario D'Acquisto and Chuck D'Acquisto for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: The claim of Rosario D'Acquisto and Chuck D'Acquisto, 147 Teralee Ct, Racine, WI 53402, claiming damages in the amount of $897.72 for alleged vehicle damages be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-8872
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Harbor Commission, requesting to transfer $30,000 from the Harbor Commission Reserve funds into a new Capital Improvement Program budget account to assist in the | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Harbor Commission, requesting to transfer $30,000 from the Harbor Commission Reserve funds into a new Capital Improvement Program budget account to assist in the funding of repairs at the 5th Street Boat Launch.(Res. No. 13-0205)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: Permission be given to transfer $30,000.00 of reserve funds to assist in the funding of the 5th Street Boat Launch repair.
Fiscal Note: The Harbor Commission approved the transfer of $30,000.00 from reserve to be place in a new Capital Improvement program budget account to assist in the funding of repairs at the 5th Street Boat Launch. The Harbor Commission shares 50% of the revenue from boat launch fees with the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department. | Referred | |
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13-8889
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission, requesting authorization to apply for the State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Assistance Grant for navigational aids. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission, requesting authorization to apply for the State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Assistance Grant for navigational aids. (Grant Control No. 2013-013) (Res. No. 13-0207)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: Permission be granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission, to apply for the State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Assistance Grant for navigational aids. (Grant Control No. 2013-013)
Fiscal Note: The navigational aids are estimated at $3,346.00. The grant provides matching funds up to 50% of the project cost with an additional 10% for municipalities that conduct a boating safety and enforcement and education program approved by WisDNR.
Funding for the local share for this project is available in account 215.000.5750, Land Improvements. | Referred | |
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13-8911
| A | | communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Janet VanSchyndel and Christian VanSchyndel for consideration. | Claim | Subject: communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Janet VanSchyndel and Christian VanSchyndel for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: The claim of Janet VanSchyndel and Christian VanSchyndel, 6506 San Marino Dr, Mt. Pleasant, WI 53406, claiming damages in the amount of $68.59 for alleged vehicle damages be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-8912
| A | | communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Shayela Shields and Jimmy Shields for consideration. | Claim | Subject: communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Shayela Shields and Jimmy Shields for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: The claim of Shayela Shields and Jimmy Shields, 1600 Washington Ave, Racine, WI 53403, claiming damages in the amount of $231.22 for alleged vehicle damages be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-8913
| A | | Advance in Funding (Res. No. 13-0208) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting that the City advance funds in anticipation of CDBG, HOME, and ESG grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. (Res. No. 13-0208)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: That the City advance funds so that the subgrantees can be reimbursed. The City will be made whole when the HUD funds are received.
Fiscal Note: The City has regularly advanced funds for this purpose in prior years. There are sufficient funds available. | Referred | |
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13-8914
| A | | Fair Housing (Res. No. 13-0209) | Communication | Subject: Request from the Director of Fair Housing for approval to accept a $1,000 donation from SC Johnson Wax and the Johnson family and to donate the funds to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network (WFHN). The funds were donated to underwrite the WFHN Conference on April 25-26, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0209)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: Permission be granted for the Director of Fair Housing to accept a $1,000.00 donation from SC Johnson Wax and the Johnson family and to donate the funds to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network (WFHN). The funds were donated to underwrite the WFHN Conference on April 25-26, 2013.
Fiscal Note: The $1,000.00 donation from SC Johnson Wax and the Johnson family was received on April 15, 2013. | Referred | |
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13-8926
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief requesting to apply for and accept the 2013 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). (Res. No. 13-0211) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief requesting to apply for and accept the 2013 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). (Res. No. 13-0211)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for and accept the 2013 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG). The grant will be split with Racine County Sheriff's Department. Permission also be granted to renew the Memorandum of Understanding with Racine County.
Fiscal Note: There is no City match required. | Referred | |
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13-8927
| A | | Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to appear before the appropriate committee to discuss our request to apply for the 2013-2014 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant. (Res. No. 13-0212) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to appear before the appropriate committee to discuss our request to apply for the 2013-2014 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant. (Res. No. 13-0212)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to apply for the 2013-2014 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant.
Fiscal Note: The 2013-2014 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant is approximately $15,812.50. The grant will reimburse 50% of the cost of the vests purchased in 2013-2014. City funding is budgeted in account 101.311.5430, Police Miscellaneous Equipment. | Referred | |
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13-8936
| A | | Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid(s) received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2014. (Res. No. 13-0217) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid(s) received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2014. (Res. No. 13-0217)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: To award the bid to The Racine Journal Times for printing of the Common Council Proceedings and all legal notices for the period June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2014.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 101.010.5540, City Council Proceedings | Referred | |
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13-8870
| A | | Lighthouse Run, June 15, 2013 (Res. No. 13-0221) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Peter Henkes, Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use city right-of-way and Monument Square on June 15, 2013 for the 35th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res. No. 13-0221)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-14-13: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain city streets for the period of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2013, and to close the following streets:
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street
Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street
State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic)
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street
Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 a. | Referred | |
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13-8880
| A | | communication from the City Attorney recommending that Resolution 12-3302, regarding the vacation of an unimproved portion of Cleveland Avenue right-of-way, be rescinded. (x-ref Item # 12-8055 and 12-8166) (Res. No. 13-0223) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney recommending that Resolution 12-3302, regarding the vacation of an unimproved portion of Cleveland Avenue right-of-way, be rescinded. (x-ref Item # 12-8055 and 12-8166) (Res. No. 13-0223)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-14-13: That Resolution 12-3302, of September 18, 2012, be rescinded.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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13-8916
| A | | communication requesting authorization to enter into an agreement to indemnify and hold harmless WELBIC, LLC and GIS Rolling, LLC for the use of the property at 6200 Regency West Drive during Police Dept training on motorcycle operation. | Communication | Subject: communication requesting authorization to enter into an agreement to indemnify and hold harmless WELBIC, LLC and GIS Rolling, LLC for the use of the property at 6200 Regency West Drive during Police Dept training on motorcycle operation. | Referred | |
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13-8865
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0235) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 53-12 (K2-064) PRCS Asphalt Improvements. It is recommended that Change Order #1 for a contract reduction of $20,941.59 and the Final Payment be approved for a total contract amount of $119,144.81. (Res. No. 13-0235)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5/13/13: The communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 53-12 (K2-064) PRCS Asphalt Improvements be approved.
Fiscal Note: Funds should be appropriated from Lincoln Park Parking Lot Paving 992.700.5080 - $33,000, Repave Johnson park Drive 992.700.5010 - $51,1144.81 and Paving Pershing Park 992.700.5100 - $35,000. | Referred | |
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13-8876
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from 2 Sheets To The Wind, requesting to amend their Premise Description to include fenced in area located on southside of building at 3316 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from 2 Sheets To The Wind, requesting to amend their Premise Description to include fenced in area located on southside of building at 3316 Douglas Avenue. | Referred | |
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13-8887
| A | | Communication from the City Clerk wishing to discuss the implementation of an administrative policy as it relates to "notification of available liquor licenses for the City of Racine". | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Clerk wishing to discuss the implementation of an administrative policy as it relates to "notification of available liquor licenses for the City of Racine".
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5/13/13: The Communication from the City Clerk wishing to discuss the implementation of an administrative policy as it relates to "notification of available liquor licenses for the City of Racine" be approved. | Referred | |
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13-8902
| A | | (New) Application of Sticky Rice | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Sticky Rice, Morakot Khampane, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 203 Sixth Street. (1st District) | Referred | |
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13-8903
| A | | Communication from Marina, Marina's Wine Cafe at 309 Main Street wishing to appear before the Committee to request a change in the
license premise address for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License from 309 Main Street to 422 | Communication | Subject: Communication from Marina Vela, Marina's Wine Cafe at 309 Main Street wishing to appear before the Committee to request a change in the license premise address for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License from 309 Main Street to 422 Main Street. | Referred | |
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13-8904
| A | | The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2013-2014: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2013-2014:
Morakot Khampane 337 S. Main Street
(Tradename) Sticky Rice, LLC
Morakot Khampane, Agent
Javier's Restaurant Inc. 2011 Lathrop Avenue
(Tradename) Javier's
Yecenia Ortega, Agent
Alice F. Warren 963 Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Drive
(Tradename) Buck's Lounge | Referred | |
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13-8905
| A | | The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2013-2014: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2013-2014:
Phesal E. Ckadan 1812 Sixteenth Street
(TRADENAME) Twin's Food Mart | Referred | |
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13-8906
| A | | The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2013-2014: | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2013-2014:
Lee's Deli, Inc. 2615 Washington Avenue
(Tradename) Lee's Deli
John P. Henes, Agent | Referred | |
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13-8925
| A | | The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2013-2014: | Communication | Subject:The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2013-2014:
Edward L. Bilotto 235 Main Street
(Tradename) De Pizza Chef | Referred | |
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13-8928
| A | | (New) Application of Yolanda Maldonado,(Santa Fe Liquour) "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 516 High Street (4th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Yolanda Maldonado,(Santa Fe Liquour) "Class A" Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 516 High Street (4th District) | Referred | |
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13-8929
| A | | (New) Application of Rock Inn, LLC." Arlene Feest Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 600 High Street (4th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Rock Inn, LLC." Arlene Feest Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and intoxicating Liquor License for 600 High Street (4th District) | Referred | |
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13-8861
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0178) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply for the DNR Stewardship Grant to add adult exercise equipment along the Lake Michigan & Root River pathways. (Grant Control #2013-011) (Res. No. 13-0178)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-22-13: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for the DNR Stewardship Grant to add adult exercise equipment along the Lake Michigan & Root River pathways. (Grant Control #2013-011)
Fiscal Note: $45,000.00 is being requested. A 50% match is required. The match fund budget is in account 993.700.5280, Exercise Play Equipment at Dodge Park. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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11-7058
| A | | Authorization to enter into a contract for Real Estate Appraisal services, under WisDOT and Federal requirements, as part of the STH 38 / Northwestern Avenue reconstruction project, ID 2290-17-00/20. (Res. No. 13-0182) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authorization to enter into a contract for Real Estate Appraisal Services, under WisDOT and Federal requirements, as part of the STH 38/Northwestern Avenue Reconstruction Project, ID 2290-17-00/20. (Res. No. 13-0182)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal for Contract 34-13 (K3-039), Professional Services - Real Estate Appraisal Services, in the not-to-exceed amount of $98,975.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.001.5810, DOT-Northwestern-MMRL to Golf. WisDOT will reimburse 100% of the expenses for the necessary appraisals. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8563
| A | | Draft of the Adopt-A-Streetlight Program. (Res. No. 13-0055) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a draft of the Adopt-A-Streetlight Program. (Res. No. 13-0055)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-29-13: That the Adopt-A-Streetlight Program be approved.
Fiscal Note: Residents will be required to pay the annual WE Energies lease cost for any street or alley light they are sponsoring plus a $15 administrative fee.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 2-12-13 and 4-9-13: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the Adopt-A-Streetlight Program be denied. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8811
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street (K2-011), Graef-USA, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0193) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street (K2-011), Graef-USA, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0193)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That Amendment No. 1 on the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Graef-USA, Inc., State Contract ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street, be approved that will provide a time extension until January 15, 2015 to complete this contract.
Fiscal Note: There will be no change in contract price as a result of this change order. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8820
| A | | review the janitorial bids that were awarded under Resolution 13-0106, dated March 5, 2013. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to review the janitorial bids that were awarded under Resolution 13-0106, dated March 5, 2013.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8825
| A | | Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker site to park cars on Thursday night, July 4, 2013, for the annual fireworks show. (Res. No. 13-0181) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker site to park cars on Thursday night, July 4, 2013, for the annual fireworks show. (Res. No. 13-0181)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to use the Walker Site on Thursday, July 4, 2013, with a rain date of Friday, July 5, 2013, for parking of vehicles in conjunction with the Fourth of July fireworks display.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8828
| A | | Two policies for the placement of street lights for WE Energies and the City of Racine. (Res. No. 13-0184) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting two policies for the placement of street lights for WE Energies and the City of Racine. (Res. No. 13-0184)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the policy for the placement of street lights by WE Energies be approved.
Further recommends that the policy for the placement of street lights by the City of Racine be denied.
Fiscal Note: Implementation of the WE Energies street light placement policy will result in approximately $90,000 annual savings for the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8828
| A | | Two policies for the placement of street lights for WE Energies and the City of Racine. (Res. No. 13-0184) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting two policies for the placement of street lights for WE Energies and the City of Racine. (Res. No. 13-0184)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the policy for the placement of street lights by WE Energies be approved.
Further recommends that the policy for the placement of street lights by the City of Racine be denied.
Fiscal Note: Implementation of the WE Energies street light placement policy will result in approximately $90,000 annual savings for the City of Racine. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8829
| A | | Robert Mason, 1830 Woodland Avenue, wishing to discuss the policy and procedures for notification of code violations. (Res. No. 13-0167) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Robert Mason, 1830 Woodland Avenue, wishing to discuss the policy and procedures for notification of code violations. (Res. No. 13-0167)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That the policies and procedures for notification of code violations be amended to include the occupant as well as the property owner in violation notifications.
Recommendation of the Common Council on 4-15-13: Refer back to Public Works and Services Committee
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8831
| A | | Preliminary resolution for portland cement concrete paving on the alley bounded by Kinzie Ave. to Lindermann Ave.; Hayes Ave. to Grove Ave. (Res. No. 13-0183) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for portland cement concrete paving on the alley bounded by Kinzie Ave. to Lindermann Ave.; Hayes Ave. to Grove Ave. (Res. No. 13-0183)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the prayer of the petitioner be granted and that a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the alley bounded by Kinzie Avenue to Lindermann Avenue; Hayes Avenue to Grove Avenue.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8841
| A | | Revised State/Municipal Agreement for reconstructing Ohio Street - 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), State Project ID: 2704-00-03/23/73/74. (Res. No. 13-0194) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a revised State/Municipal Agreement for reconstructing Ohio Street - 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), State Project ID: 2704-00-03/23/73/74. (Res. No. 13-0194)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That Amendment No. 2 on the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Clark Dietz, Inc., State Contract ID: 2704-00-03/23/73/74, Ohio Street, 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), be approved in the amount of $65,400.00, with the City's share being $65,400.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be included in the 2014 budget. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8844
| A | | Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show, June 23, 2013. (Res. No. 13-0179) | Communication | Subject: Communication from David Popoff requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on June 23, 2013 for the 8th Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show. (Res. No. 13-0179)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street and Chatham Street from Hamilton Street to Dodge Street on Sunday, June 23, 2013, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in conjunction with the 8th Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show to benefit the Eagle's Charity - Lew Reed Spinal Injury Cord Fund, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid;
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. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way; | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8845
| A | | Bid results on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections. (Res. No. 13-0185) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 21-13 (K3-021), CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections. (Res. No. 13-0185)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That Contract 21-13 (K3-021), CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, be awarded to Visu-Sewer, Inc., Pewaukee, WI, at their bid price of $324,555.80, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 124,250.85 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Loc.
$ 200,304.95 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc.
$ 324,555.80 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8846
| A | | Bid results on Contract 22-13 (K3-022), 2013 Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1). (Res. No. 13-0186) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 22-13 (K3-022), 2013 Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1). (Res. No. 13-0186)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That Contract 22-13 (K3-022), 2013 Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1), be awarded to Willkomm Excavating & Grading, Union Grove, WI, at their bid price of $706,167.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 914.000.5050, Sanitary Improvements. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8847
| A | | Bid results on Contract 24-13 (K3-024), 2013 CDBG Asphalt. (Res. No. 13-0187) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 24-13 (K3-024), 2013 CDBG Asphalt. (Res. No. 13-0187)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That Contract 24-13 (K3-024), 2013 CDBG Asphalt, be awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their bid price of $928,384.95, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 344,984.95 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$ 380,000.00 - Account 893.030.5540, Asphalt Resurfacing CDBG
$ 69,000.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc.
$ 130,000.00 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc.
$ 4,400.00 - Account 993.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$ 928,384.95 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8853
| A | | Bid results on Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1). (Res. No. 13-0188) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1).(Res. No. 13-0188)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), be awarded to Stark Asphalt, Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $501,437.51, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 69,000.00 - Account 906.000.5210, Bituminous Concrete Paving
$ 208,000.00 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$ 29,000.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc.
$ 195,437.51 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc.
$ 501,437.51 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8877
| A | | Proposals for Contract 30-13 (K3-033), Professional Services - Design Festival Hall and Parks Administration AC Replacement. (Res. No. 13-0189) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting proposals for Contract 30-13 (K3-033), Professional Services - Design Festival Hall and Parks Administration AC Replacement. (Res. No. 13-0189)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Arnold & O’Sheridan for Contract 30-13 (K3-033), Professional Services - Design Festival Hall and Parks Administration AC Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $8,500.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 3,750.00 - Account 108.993.5020, Festival Hall Green Room HVAC
$ 4,750.00 - Account 993.200.5020, Annex-Parks AC Replacement
$ 8,500.00 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8878
| A | | Proposals for Contract 31-13 (K3-034), Professional Services - Design City Hall Annex and Tyler-Domer Center Boiler Replacement. (Res. No. 13-0190) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting proposals for Contract 31-13 (K3-034), Professional Services - Design City Hall Annex and Tyler-Domer Center Boiler Replacement. (Res. No. 13-0190)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Graef-USA, Inc. for Contract 31-13 (K3-034), Professional Services - Design City Hall Annex, Fire Station No. 5, Former Fire Station No. 5, and Tyler-Domer Center Boiler Replacements, in the not-to-exceed amount of $46,200.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 27,700.00 - Account 993.200.5030, Annex Boiler Replacement
$ 12,000.00 - Account 993.670.5010, Tyler-Domer Boiler Replacement
$ 2,500.00 - Account 993.404.5010, Marquette Pre-Apprenticeship Boiler
$ 4,000.00 - Account 993.300.5010, Fire Station 5 HVAC
$ 46,200.00 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8879
| A | | Proposals for Contract 32-13 (K3-035), Professional Services - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement. (Res. No. 13-0191) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting proposals for Contract 32-13 (K3-035), Professional Services - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement. (Res. No. 13-0191)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Angus Young Associates for Contract 32-13 (K3-035), Professional Services - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,850.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 14,600.00 - Account 993.100.5040, City Hall Chiller Replacement
$ 6,250.00 - Account 993.220.5010, Central Heating Plant Steam Pipes
$ 20,850.00 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8881
| A | | Resolution 13-0176, created April 15, 2013, relating to street improvements. | Communication | Subject: Resolution 13-0176, created April 15, 2013, relating to street improvements on:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Jonathon Drive - North Main Street to the Cul-de-sac
Lighthouse Drive - Steeplechase Drive to Queens Court
Michigan Boulevard - Lombard Avenue to Melvin Avenue
North Bay Drive - Sheffield Drive to the Cul-de-sac
North Bay Drive - Saxony Drive to Sheffield Drive
Riverside Drive - Clayton Avenue to Cedar Bend Avenue
Ruby Avenue - Lombard Avenue to Melvin Avenue
Sheffield Drive - Lighthouse Drive to North Bay Drive
SEWER & WATER
Lighthouse Drive - Steeplechase Drive to Queens Court
Riverside Drive - Clayton Avenue to Cedar Bend Avenue
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That Resolution No. 13-0176, of April 15, 2013, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Jonathon Drive - North Main Street to the Cul-de-sac
Michigan Boulevard - Lombard Avenue to Melvin Avenue
North Bay Drive - Sheffield Drive to the Cul-de-sac
Riverside Drive - Clayton Avenue to Cedar Bend Avenue
Sheffield Drive - Lighthou | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8882
| A | | State of Wisconsin agreement with AT&T for Centrex telephone service. (Res. No. 13-0192) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a request to enter into a new State of Wisconsin agreement with AT&T for Centrex telephone service. (Res. No. 13-0192)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to enter into a 5-year agreement with AT&T for Centrex phone service to serve approximately 190 phone lines at remote City sites.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8893
| A | | Street closures, use of parking lot 4 and rental of Civic Center Ramps in conjunction with Post Prom 2013. (Res. No. 13-0180) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club, for street closures, use of parking lot 4 and rental of Civic Center Ramps in conjunction with Post Prom 2013. (Res. No. 13-0180)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-30-13: That the request of the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club, to close:
Fifth Street, from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive,
Festival Park Drive, from Fifth Street to Sixth Street,
Sixth Street, from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive,
Pershing Park Drive, from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street, and
Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street,
from 7:00 p.m., Saturday, May 18, 2013, to 4:30 a.m., Sunday, May 19, 2013, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved.
Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to the event;
C. The setup and dismantling of barricades will be the re | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8837
| A | | (New) Application of Apple Hospitality Group, LLC, Timothy Geniesse, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2521 S. Green Bay Road. (14th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Apple Hospitality Group, LLC, Timothy Geniesse, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2521 S. Green Bay Road. (14th District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8851
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District on behalf of Michael J. Moody requesting to allow legal conceal carry in City Hall by citizens. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District on behalf of Michael J. Moody requesting to allow legal conceal carry in City Hall by citizens. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8798
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from Sgt. Brian Neubauer requesting parking restriction changes at McKinley Middle School (2340 Mohr Avenue). | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Sgt. Brian Neubauer requesting parking restriction changes at McKinley Middle School (2340 Mohr Avenue).
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-15-13: "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on any school day except for school buses" restrictions on Mohr Avenue, north side, from Chicago Street west 550 feet; be changed to "No Parking, Loading Zone from 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on any school day".
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8777
| A | | Communication from the Monument Square Art Festival Board of Directors requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Festival on Saturday, June 1, 2013 and Sunday, June 2, 2013 to provide parking for the participating artis | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Monument Square Art Festival Board of Directors requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Festival on Saturday, June 1, 2013 and Sunday, June 2, 2013 to provide parking for the participating artists. (Res. No. 13-0198)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-24-13: The Monument Square Art Festival Board be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 1, 2013 and Sunday, June 2, 2013. Permission is subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City that will require a $75.00 processing fee.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $280 per day for the two days for a total of $560.00 for the Parking System. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8856
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting to speak on a funding opportunity to replace the BUS DART vans. (Res. No. 13-0196) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting to speak on a funding opportunity to replace the BUS DART vans. (Res. No. 13-0196)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-24-13: Recommend the Common Council authorize submitting an application for a Federal Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) grant to purchase alternative fuel replacement paratransit vans and related infrastructure costs.
Fiscal Note: Total local share (20%) funding of up to $200,000 for up to 10 vans, and $90,000 for a satellite transfer facility, which could possibly also store the vans, has been programmed in the Capital Improvements Program. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8857
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager wishing to review the Request for Proposals for combined Parking Revenue equipment acquisition and related Parking Management contract to maintain and provide audited cash manage | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager wishing to review the Request for Proposals for combined Parking Revenue equipment acquisition and related Parking Management contract to maintain and provide audited cash management services for select parking ramps, Lakefront Lot No.5, and possibly Festival Hall and the Boat Launch parking. (Res. No. 13-0199)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-24-13: Approval to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP).
Fiscal Note: Funding for equipment replacement is included in the self-sufficient Parking Utility Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8860
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization to discontinue the sales of tokens to bulk customers and replace them with an "all-day" pass priced at $3.25. (Res. No. 13-0197) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization to discontinue the sales of tokens to bulk customers and replace them with an "all-day" pass priced at $3.25. (Res. No. 13-0197)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-24-13: Recommend the Common Council concur with a Transit Commission Policy of no longer using vending bus tokens and establishing a six-month period for token buy back. Tokens are to be replaced with "Smart" electronic fare media capabilities already on site.
Fiscal Note: The City's tax levy contribution remains unchanged. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8827
| A | | CU 718 Grand Avenue (Res. No. 13-0201) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Paul Patterson representing Wisconsin Lutheran School for a conditional use permit related to a Flex Development District at 718 Grand Avenue for a school expansion. (Res. No. 13-0201)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-10-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8862
| A | | Use Supplement 718 Grand Avenue (Res. No. 13-0200) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Use supplement for a Flex Development at 718 Grand Avenue for a school expansion. (Res. No. 13-0200)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-24-13: That a use supplement be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8863
| A | | CU 200 Dodge Street (Res. No. 13-0203) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Penny Stohkirch seeking a conditional use approval to operate an artisan studio with retail sales and artistic instruction at 200 Dodge Street. (PC-13) (Res. No. 13-0203)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-24-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8864
| A | | CU 2423-2429 Jacato Drive (Res. No. 13-0202) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Racine Urban Garden Network (RUGN) seeking a conditional use approval at 2423-2429 Jacato Drive to accommodate community gardens. (PC-13) (Res. No. 13-0202)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-24-13: That the item be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8888
| A | | ZOrd.002-13 Rezoning 716 Grand Avenue | Communication | Subject: (ZOrd.002-13) An ordinance rezoning 718 Grand Avenue.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-24-13: That the ordinance be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8915
| A | | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:
Reappoint Alderman Ray DeHahn 2706 Diane Ave Racine, 53404 to the Affirmative Action Human Rights Commission for a 1 year term expiring May 1, 2014
Reappoint Alderman James Kalpan 400 Kewaunee St. Racine, 53402 to the Affirmative Action Human Rights Commission for a 1 year term expiring May 1, 2014
Reappoint Mary Wyant | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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13-8883
| A | | Developer Agrmt Approval - Primrose Retirement Community (Res. No. 13-0213) | Communication | Subject: Approval of Developer Agreement for Primrose Retirement Community in Mt. Pleasant (Res. No. 13-0213)
Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission on 4/30/13: To approve
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement for Primrose Retirement Community in Mt. Pleasant, in accordance with City Ordinance for such matters.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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13-8886
| A | | Request from Asset Recyclers (Res. No. 13-0214) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Asset Recyclers Wishing to Collect E-Waste at Household Hazardous Waste Collections (Res. No. 13-0214)
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Utility on 4/30/13: To approve
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: To approve for Asset Recyclers to Collect E-Waste at Household Hazardous Waste Collections.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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13-8890
| A | | Mt. Pleasant Int. Swr. Transmission & Assumption Agrmt. (Res. No. 13-0215) | Communication | Subject: Mt. Pleasant Interceptor Sewer Transmission Assignment and Assumption Agreement (Res. No. 13-0215)
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Utility on 4/30/13: To approve
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement for Mt. Pleasant Interceptor Sewer Transmission Assignment and Assumption Agreement, in accordance with City Ordinance for such matters.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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13-8891
| A | | Mt. Pleasant Int. Swr. Tranmission Agrmt. Amendment (Res. No. 13-0216) | Communication | Subject: Mt. Pleasant Interceptor Sewer Transmission Agreement First Amendment (Res. No. 13-0216)
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Utility on 4/30/13: To approve
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement for Mt. Pleasant Interceptor Sewer Transmission Agreement First Amendment, in accordance with City Ordinance for such matters.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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13-8892
| A | | Amend Section 98-149 of Racine Municipal Code (Ord. 08-13) | Communication | Subject: Amend Section 98-149 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine (Ord. 08-13)
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Utility on 4/30/13: That the Ordinance be referred to Finance and Personnel Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-13-13: To approve amendment of Section 98-149 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine (Ord. 08-13).
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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Res.13-0178
| A | | Adult Exercise Equipment Along Lake Michigan & Root River Pathways | Resolution | Adult Exercise Equipment Along Lake Michigan & Root River Pathways
Resolved, that permission is granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for the DNR Stewardship Grant to add adult exercise equipment along the Lake Michigan & Root River pathways. (Grant Control #2013-011)
Fiscal Note: $45,000.00 is being requested. A 50% match is required. The match fund budget is in account 993.700.5280, Exercise Play Equipment at Dodge Park. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0179
| A | | 8th Annual Eagle's Club / George's Tavern Classic Car Show | Resolution | 8th Annual Eagle's Club / George's Tavern Classic Car Show
Resolved, that George's Tavern is granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street and Chatham Street from Hamilton Street to Dodge Street on Sunday, June 23, 2013, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in conjunction with the 8th Annual Eagle's Club / George's Tavern Classic Car Show to benefit the Eagle's Charity - Lew Reed Spinal Injury Cord Fund, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid;
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. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way; and
F. The sponsor shall pay a $300.00 special event fee.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0180
| A | | Rotary Post Prom 2013 Street Closures, Use of Parking Lot 4 and Rental of Civic Center Ramps | Resolution | Rotary Post Prom 2013 Street Closures, Use of Parking Lot 4 and Rental of Civic Center Ramps
Resolved, that the request of the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Downtown Rotary Club, to close:
Fifth Street, from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive,
Festival Park Drive, from Fifth Street to Sixth Street,
Sixth Street, from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive,
Pershing Park Drive, from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street, and
Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street
from 7:00 p.m., Saturday, May 18, 2013, to 4:30 a.m., Sunday, May 19, 2013, for the Rotary Post Prom, is approved.
Further resolved, that permission is granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid;
B. Proof of liability insurance be filed prior to the event;
C. The setup and dismantling of barricades will be the responsibility of the sponsor;
D. Any overtime and/or equipment and material loss will be charged to the sponsor;
E. Sponsor shall pay a $450.00 special event fee.
F. Sponsor shall pay $818.00 fo | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0181
| A | | Walker Site to Park Cars for Annual Fireworks Show - 2013 | Resolution | Walker Site to Park Cars for Annual Fireworks Show - 2013
Resolved, that permission is granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to use the Walker Site on Thursday, July 4, 2013, with a rain date of Friday, July 5, 2013, for parking of vehicles in conjunction with the Fourth of July fireworks display.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0182
| A | | Contract for Real Estate Appraisal Services | Resolution | Contract for Real Estate Appraisal Services
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement, under WisDOT and Federal requirements, with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal for Contract 34-13 (K3-039), Professional Services - Real Estate Appraisal Services, as part of STH 38 / Northwestern Avenue Reconstruction Project, ID 2290-17-00/20, in the not-to-exceed amount of $98,975.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 930.001.5810, DOT-Northwestern-MMRL to Golf. WisDOT will reimburse 100% of the expenses for the necessary appraisals. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0183
| A | | Preliminary Resolution - Paving on Alley Bounded by Kinzie to Lindermann; Hayes to Grove | Resolution | Preliminary - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under § 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s):
All property fronting upon both sides:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Alley bounded by Kinzie Ave. to Lindermann Ave.; Hayes Ave. to Grove Ave.
2. Said public improvement shall consist of PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING.
3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements.
4. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten (10) annual installments.
5. The Commissioner of Public Works is directed to prepare a report consisting of:
a. Preliminary or final plans and specifications | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0185
| A | | Contract 21-13 (K3-021) CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections | Resolution | Contract 21-13 (K3-021) - CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections
Resolved, that Contract 21-13 (K3-021), CCTV Services and Manhole Inspections, is awarded to Visu-Sewer, Inc., Pewaukee, WI, at their bid price of $324,555.80, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$124,250.85 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Loc.
$200,304.95 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. Loc.
$324,555.80 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0186
| A | | Contract 22-13 (K3-022) - 2013 Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1) | Resolution | Contract 22-13 (K3-022) - 2013 Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1)
Resolved, that Contract 22-13 (K3-022), 2013 Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1), is awarded to Willkomm Excavating & Grading, Union Grove, WI, at their bid price of $706,167.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 914.000.5050, Sanitary Improvements. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0187
| A | | Contract 24-13 (K3-024) - 2013 CDBG Asphalt | Resolution | Contract 24-13 (K3-024) - 2013 CDBG Asphalt
Resolved, that Contract 24-13 (K3-024), 2013 CDBG Asphalt, is awarded to Payne & Dolan, Inc., Kenosha, WI, at their bid price of $928,384.95, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$344,984.95 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$380,000.00 - Account 893.030.5540, Asphalt Resurfacing CDBG
$ 69,000.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc.
$130,000.00 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc.
$ 4,400.00 - Account 993.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$928,384.95 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0188
| A | | Contract 25-13 (K3-025) - 2013 City Resurfacing (R1) | Resolution | Contract 25-13 (K3-025) - 2013 City Resurfacing (R1)
Resolved, that Contract 25-13 (K3-025), 2013 City Resurfacing (R1), is awarded to Stark Asphalt, Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $501,437.51, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts:
$ 69,000.00 - Account 906.000.5210, Bituminous Concrete Paving
$208,000.00 - Account 993.908.5220, Asphalt Resurfacing
$ 29,000.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc.
$195,437.51 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc.
$501,437.51 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0189
| A | | Contract 30-13 (K3-033) - Professional Services - Design Festival Hall and Parks Administration AC Replacement | Resolution | Contract 30-13 (K3-033) - Professional Services - Design Festival Hall and Parks Administration AC Replacement
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Arnold & O’Sheridan for Contract 30-13 (K3-033), Professional Services - Design Festival Hall and Parks Administration AC Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $8,500.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$3,750.00 - Account 108.993.5020, Festival Hall Green Room HVAC
$4,750.00 - Account 993.200.5020, Annex-Parks AC Replacement
$8,500.00 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0190
| A | | Contract 31-13 (K3-034) - Professional Services - Design City Hall Annex, Fire Station No. 5, Former Fire Station No. 5, and Tyler-Domer Center Boiler Replacement | Resolution | Contract 31-13 (K3-034) - Professional Services - Design City Hall Annex, Fire Station No. 5, Former Fire Station No. 5, and Tyler-Domer Center Boiler Replacement
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Graef-USA, Inc. for Contract 31-13 (K3-034), Professional Services - Design City Hall Annex, Fire Station No. 5, Former Fire Station No. 5, and Tyler-Domer Center Boiler Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $46,200.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$27,700.00 - Account 993.200.5030, Annex Boiler Replacement
$12,000.00 - Account 993.670.5010, Tyler-Domer Boiler Replacement
$ 2,500.00 - Account 993.404.5010, Marquette Pre-Apprenticeship Boiler
$ 4,000.00 - Account 993.300.5010, Fire Station 5 HVAC
$46,200.00 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0191
| A | | Contract 32-13 (K3-035) - Professional Services - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement | Resolution | Contract 32-13 (K3-035) - Professional Services - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Angus Young Associates for Contract 32-13 (K3-035), Professional Services - Design City Hall Chiller Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,850.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts:
$14,600.00 - Account 993.100.5040, City Hall Chiller Replacement
$ 6,250.00 - Account 993.220.5010, Central Heating Plant Steam Pipes
$20,850.00 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0192
| A | | State of Wisconsin Agreement with AT&T for Centrex Telephone Service | Resolution | State of Wisconsin Agreement with AT&T for Centrex Telephone Service
Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works / City Engineer are authorized and directed to enter into a 5-year agreement with AT&T for Centrex phone service to serve approximately 190 phone lines at remote City sites.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0193
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street (K2-011) | Resolution | Amendment No. 1 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street (K2-011)
Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 on the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Graef-USA, Inc., State Contract ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street, is approved that will provide a time extension until January 15, 2015 to complete this contract.
Fiscal Note: There will be no change in contract price as a result of this change order. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0194
| A | | Revised State / Municipal Agreement for Reconstructing Ohio Street - 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), State Project ID: 2704-00-03/23/73/74 | Resolution | Revised State / Municipal Agreement for Reconstructing Ohio Street - 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), State Project ID: 2704-00-03/23/73/74
Resolved, that Amendment No. 2 on the three-party contract between the State of Wisconsin, City of Racine and Clark Dietz, Inc., State Contract ID: 2704-00-03/23/73/74, Ohio Street, 16th Street to Washington Avenue (STH 20), is approved in the amount of $65,400.00, with the City's share being $65,400.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be included in the 2014 budget. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0196
| A | | Funding to Replace the BUS DART Vans | Resolution | Funding to Replace the BUS DART Vans
Resolved, that the Common Council is authorized to submit an application for a Federal Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) grant to purchase alternative fuel replacement paratransit vans and related infrastructure costs.
Fiscal Note: Total local share (20%) funding of up to $200,000.00 for up to 10 vans and $90,000.00 for a satellite transfer facility, which could possibly also store the vans, has been programmed in the Capital Improvements Program. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0197
| A | | "All-Day" Pass | Resolution | "All-Day" Pass
Resolved, that the Common Council concur with a Transit Commission Policy to discontinue the sales of tokens to bulk customers and replace them with an "all-day" pass priced at $3.25 and establishing a six-month period for token buy back. Tokens are to be replaced with "Smart" electronic fare media capabilities already on site.
Fiscal Note: The City's tax levy contribution remains unchanged. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0198
| A | | Rental of Lakefront Lot No. 5 for 2013 Monument Square Art Festival | Resolution | Rental of Lakefront Lot No. 5 for 2013 Monument Square Art Festival
Resolved, that the Monument Square Art Festival Board is granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 1, 2013 and Sunday, June 2, 2013 to provide parking for the participating artists. Permission is subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City that will require a $75.00 processing fee.
Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $280.00 per day for the two days for a total of $560.00 for the Parking System. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0199
| A | | Parking Revenue Equipment Acquisition and Related Parking Management Contract | Resolution | Parking Revenue Equipment Acquisition and Related Parking Management Contract
Resolved, that it is approved to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for combined parking revenue equipment acquisition and related parking management contract to maintain and provide audited cash management services for select parking ramps, Lakefront Lot No.5, and possibly Festival Hall and the Boat Launch parking.
Fiscal Note: Funding for equipment replacement is included in the self-sufficient Parking Utility Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0200
| A | | 718 Grand Avenue | Resolution | 718 Grand Avenue
Resolved, that a use supplement is adopted by a resolution of the Common Council in association with a flex development overlay district at 718 Grand Avenue, subject to the following conditions:
a. That all uses listed in the underlying “B-4” Central Business District are permissible by right or by conditional use permit unless otherwise specified herein.
b. That all applicable permits are obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That the following flex uses are permitted as a conditional use by Ordinance No. ZOrd.002-13 in addition to those permitted in the “B-4” Central Business District: preschool, elementary school, middle school, business and professional offices, governmental offices, commercial or governmental recreation facilities.
d. That the following uses shall be prohibited: adult entertainment, animal hospitals and kennels, automated car wash, automobile sales, boarding houses, cocktail lounges, community living arrangements, dry cleaning facilities other than garment pick up or drop off, family day care, funeral and crematio | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0201
| A | | 718 Grand Avenue - Conditional Use Permit | Resolution | 718 Grand Avenue - Conditional Use Permit
Resolved, that the request by Paul Patterson representing Wisconsin Lutheran School for a conditional use permit related to a flex development district rezoning of the property at 718 Grand Avenue for a school expansion is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 10, 2013 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That this activity shall take place only in the areas identified on the floor plan and site plan.
d. That the hours of operation be from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Occasional special events and activities not disruptive to the neighborhood may operate beyond 5:30 p.m. or on weekends.
e. That outdoor recess areas shall be kept in a neat and orderly appearance.
f. That all trash and recyclables be stored in closed containers and screened from view.
g. That all child drop off and pick up shall not create | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0202
| A | | 2423 - 2429 Jacato Drive - Community Garden | Resolution | 2423 - 2429 Jacato Drive - Community Garden
Resolved, that the request by the Racine Urban Garden Network (RUGN) for a conditional use permit to utilize 2423-2429 Jacato Drive as a community garden is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 24, 2013, are approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the garden shall be the responsibility of RUGN and individual plot users shall be subject to the stated conditions, as well as the terms of the Garden Lease agreement between the City of Racine and RUGN/Kenosha Community Action Agency.
c. That no outdoor storage of supplies, materials, or equipment shall be allowed.
d. That soil shall not be tilled closer than 4 feet from public sidewalks, alleys, streets, and adjoining privately owned property. Grass must be grown and maintained around the perimeter of the garden plot areas and along the street frontage, and shall be maintained in accordance with the ordinances of the City of Racine.
e. That the lessee is responsible to keep the site free | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0203
| A | | Retail Arts and Craft Store | Resolution | Retail Arts and Craft Store
Resolved, that the request by Penny Stohkirch for a conditional use permit to operate a retail arts and crafts store with artistic instruction is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 24, 2013 are approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department prior to occupancy.
c. That the hours of operation shall be 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., seven days a week.
d. That there be no outdoor storage allowed on the site.
e. That the parking lot shall be striped as proposed within 60 days of approval.
f. That the tenant and owner shall be responsible for site maintenance, including trash removal, keeping the site clear of debris, and maintenance of landscaping.
g. Signage is not approved with this plan. All signage shall be reviewed and be subject to approval by the Downtown Area Design Review Commission.
h. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0184
| A | | Placement of Street Lights by WE Energies | Resolution | Placement of Street Lights by WE Energies
Resolved, that the placement of street lights by WE Energies is approved per the following policy:
WE Energies Street Light Management Proposal:
Purpose of Street Lights:
Street lights are intended to:
• Illuminate roadway features such as edge of pavement, intersections, sharp curves, dead ends
• Light obstructions such as median strips and bridge piers
• Provide pedestrian safety at street crossings.
Streetlights, however, are not the only means by which the presence of features and obstructions can be made known.
Streetlights are not intended to Illuminate private property nor provide home security.
Proposed street light location / spacing guidelines:
Applicability: These guidelines will not be applied for streetlight and alley light removals in areas of the city that are designated as "recovering neighborhoods" by the Chief of Police. The Chief of Police will reevaluate "recovering neighborhood' designations every three years. If and when a designation is rescinded, these guidelines will be used to identify lights f | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.13-0195
| A | | Final Resolution | Resolution | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages
WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 30th day of April, 2013 for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Hickory Way - Crabapple Drive to +/55’ North of Ravine Drive
Seventeenth Street - Illinois Street to Oregon Street
Seventeenth Street - Ohio Street to Virginia Street
Alley - Washington Ave to Wright Ave; Thurston Ave to Quincy Ave
SEWER & WATER
Seventeenth Street - Ohio Street to Virginia Street
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows:
1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved.
2. That the | Referred | |
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Ord.08-13
| A | | Ordinance 08-13 - Sewer Use Charges and Invoicing | Ordinance | Ordinance 08-13
To amend Sec. 98-149 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to sewer use charges and invoicing.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
Part 1: Sec. 98-149 (e) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by repealing the words “city treasurer's office, city hall;” in the fourth sentence of the paragraph.
Part 2: Sec. 98-149 (f) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following two sentences at the beginning of this subsection. “The Utility shall compute charges for industrial customers determined to potentially discharge wastewater in concentrations in excess of “normal strength” or whose wastewater discharge flows may be substantial resulting in pollutant mass at such levels that Class II charges exceed Class I charges after applying approved Class I and Class II rates. The Utility shall charge the greater of the two calculated charges.”
Part 3: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the C | Referred | |
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