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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 4/19/2010 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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10-4983 A claim of Nurit BenUrClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Nurit BenUr for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: The claim of Nurit BenUr, 3126 - 94th Street, Sturtevant, requesting reimbursement in an amount in excess of $643.00 for injuries after she allegedly fell on an icy sidewalk at 2519 Northwestern Avenue on February 14, 2010 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5003 A Communication from Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting to transfer ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue, a former park, to Habitat for Humanity.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting to transfer ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue, a former park, to Habitat for Humanity. (Res.10-2037) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue, a former park, be transferred to Habitat for Humanity pending approval of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 5-12-10: To approve the request from Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting to transfer ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue, a former park, to Habitat for Humanity. Further recommend that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. That the property is used to construct a residential dwelling; B. That the property meet certain building standards as defined by the department of City Development. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5003 A Communication from Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting to transfer ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue, a former park, to Habitat for Humanity.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting to transfer ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue, a former park, to Habitat for Humanity. (Res.10-2037) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue, a former park, be transferred to Habitat for Humanity pending approval of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 5-12-10: To approve the request from Racine Habitat for Humanity requesting to transfer ownership of 1221 Highland Avenue, a former park, to Habitat for Humanity. Further recommend that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. That the property is used to construct a residential dwelling; B. That the property meet certain building standards as defined by the department of City Development. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5004 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting to transfer $40,000 from account 203.000.5610 - CAR 25 Professional Services to account 101.990.5910 - Judgment & Claims.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting to transfer $40,000 from account 203.000.5610 - CAR 25 Professional Services to account 101.990.5910 - Judgment & Claims. Recommended: that the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5005 A Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting to transfer $30,000 from account 255.000.5970 - Library Sunday Contingency to account 101.990.5970 - Contingency.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting to transfer $33,000 from Account 255.000.5970 - Library Sunday Contingency to Account 101.990.5970 - General Fund - Contingency. (Res.10-2049) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: Defer the item until the May 24, 2010 Finance & Personnel meeting in order to allow input from the Library Board. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 05-24-10: $33,000 be transferred from Account 255.000.5970 - Library Sunday Contingency to Account 101.990.5970 - General Fund - Contingency. Fiscal Note: Tax levy in the amount of $33,000 will be available in the General Fund.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5006 A Communication from the Director of Fair Housing requesting to accept a $1,000 donation from SC Johnson A Family Company to be donated to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network to be applied to this years annual Fair Housing Updates & Awards/Conference ProgramCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Fair Housing requesting to accept a $1,000 donation from SC Johnson A Family Company to be donated to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network to be applied to this years annual Fair Housing Updates & Awards/Conference Program and Luncheon event. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That permission be granted for the Director of Fair Housing to accept a $1,000 donation from SC Johnson A Family Company to be donated to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network to be applied to this years annual Fair Housing Updates & Awards/Conference Program and Luncheon event. Fiscal Note: The donation will be a pass through to the Wisconsin Fair Housing Network.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5008 A Root River grant applicationCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting a request by the Root River Council that the City of Racine support its application for a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. (Res.10-1991) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That the City of Racine support the Root River Council's application for a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Fiscal Note: No contribution from the City.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5009 A Façade grant $10,000 increaseCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting that the façade grant program be continued at the amount of $10,000 per façade through 2011. (Res.10-1992) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That the façade grant program be allowed to continue at the amount of $10,000 per façade through 2011. Fiscal Note: There are funds available to continue the program at this level.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5010 A Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-016) to support initiatives of the Y-Youth Mentoring Collaborative.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Grants Facilitator requesting permission to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-016) to support initiatives of the Y-Youth Mentoring Collaborative. (Res.10-1993) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04-26-10: That permission be granted for the Grants Facilitator to apply for the OJJDP 2010 Second Chance Act Juvenile Mentoring Initiative Grant (Grant Control No. 2010-016) to support initiatives of the Y-Youth Mentoring Collaborative. Fiscal Note: The $625,000 Grant has a 25% in-kind match requirement which would be covered by partners of the grant.Referred  Action details Not available
10-5012 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of water rescue dive gear.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of water rescue dive gear under the 2009 DHS Port Security Grant. (Res.10-1989) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-26-10: That formal bidding be waived for the acquisition of water rescue dive gear under the 2009 DHS Port Security Grant. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-4965 A Use city right-of-way for the Superweek bicycle race on Thursday, July 22, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to use city right-of-way for the Superweek bicycle race on Thursday, July 22, 2010. (Res.10-2002) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That Real Racine be granted permission to close the following streets to hold the Superweek bicycle race on Thursday, July 22, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street, Third Street from Lake Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue, Wisconsin Avenue from Fourth Street to Sixth Street, Sixth Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street; and to partially close lanes on the following streets: Lake Avenue from Third Street to Gaslight Drive, Gaslight Drive from Lake Avenue to Main Street, Wisconsin Avenue from Third Street to Fourth Street; 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 sevenReferred  Action details Not available
10-4969 A Root Pike Watershed Initiative Network requesting to rent office space in the City Hall Annex.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Root Pike Watershed Initiative Network requesting to rent office space in the City Hall Annex. (Res.10-2004) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for 600 square feet in Room 114 at the City Hall Annex at a rate of $3.96 per square foot. The term of the lease will be June 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010 with annual renewals. Further recommends that should it be necessary to construct a wall in order to allow leasing the remaining portion of this area, that the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network bear the expense not-to-exceed $500.00. Fiscal Note: This rental agreement will result in $1,386.00 of additional revenue to the City of Racine in 2010.Referred  Action details Not available
10-4974 A Great Midwest Dragon FestivalCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine Rotary Clubs requesting permission to utilize various parks for the 6th annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, on July 9 and 10, 2010, for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment, to close city streets and parking lanes for a parade and race administration and to utilize the parking lot at the south end of Pershing Drive. Also, sponsoring organizations request permission to place posters on or about city streets and parks regarding this free event. (Res.10-2035) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: Permission be granted to the Racine West Rotary Club to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the sixth annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, to be held July 9-10, 2010. Further recommends that the parking lane along the east side of Main Street from 11th Street to 14th Street be closed during the event. Further recommendsReferred  Action details Not available
10-4974 A Great Midwest Dragon FestivalCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine Rotary Clubs requesting permission to utilize various parks for the 6th annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, on July 9 and 10, 2010, for the use of selling beverages, beer, food items and providing live entertainment, to close city streets and parking lanes for a parade and race administration and to utilize the parking lot at the south end of Pershing Drive. Also, sponsoring organizations request permission to place posters on or about city streets and parks regarding this free event. (Res.10-2035) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: Permission be granted to the Racine West Rotary Club to use the City-owned parking lot east of Gateway Technical College and the gravel area immediately east of the Gateway parking lot between Pershing Park Drive and Lake Michigan for the sixth annual Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival, to be held July 9-10, 2010. Further recommends that the parking lane along the east side of Main Street from 11th Street to 14th Street be closed during the event. Further recommendsReferred  Action details Not available
10-4975 A Redline Tavern Corporation request to close North Wisconsin Street, between Hamilton and Hubbard, on July 17, 2010, for the 8th Annual "Cruz in for the Cause" benefit for the non-profit organization "SafeHaven of Racine".CommunicationSubject: Communication from Redline Tavern Corporation requesting to close North Wisconsin Street, between Hamilton and Hubbard, on July 17, 2010, for the 8th Annual "Cruz in for the Cause" benefit for the non-profit organization "SafeHaven of Racine". (Res.10-2003) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-27-10: Permission be granted to Redline Tavern Corporation, 1200 N. Wisconsin Street, to close N. Wisconsin Street from Hamilton Street to Hubbard Street, on Saturday, July 17, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., for the 8th annual “Cruz in for the Cause” benefit for Safehaven of Racine, 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. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. F. Any tents placed on the public right-of-way shall not beReferred  Action details Not available
10-5000 A Request for an ordinance regarding chickens in residential areas.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting an ordinance that would allow city residents in certain residential districts to safely keep a limited number of chickens to provide eggs for household use. Recommendation of the Board of Health on July 13, 2010: That an ordinance be created that would allow city residents in certain residential districts to safely keep a limited number of chickens to provide eggs for household use. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-21-2010: that the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5000 A Request for an ordinance regarding chickens in residential areas.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting an ordinance that would allow city residents in certain residential districts to safely keep a limited number of chickens to provide eggs for household use. Recommendation of the Board of Health on July 13, 2010: That an ordinance be created that would allow city residents in certain residential districts to safely keep a limited number of chickens to provide eggs for household use. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-21-2010: that the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-5001 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting final payment for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station by AECOM.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting final payment for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station by AECOM. (Res.10-1988) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 4-26-10: That final payment for design of North Beach Sanitary Lift Station by AECOM be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 989-700-5050, North Beach Lift Station.Referred  Action details Not available
10-4997 A Communication from the Monument Square Art Fair Board of Directors requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Fair on Saturday, June 12, 2010 and Sunday, June 13, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Monument Square Art Fair Board of Directors requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Fair on Saturday, June 12, 2010 and Sunday, June 13, 2010. (Res.10-1996) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-29-10: The Monument Square Art Fair Board be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 12, 2010 and Sunday, June 13, 2010, 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. Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $420.00 for the Parking System.Referred  Action details Not available
10-4984 A Woodland Pointe extension (2)CommunicationSubject: Request from Carolyn Seeger, representing Lincoln Lutheran, for an extension of a planned development approval for the Woodland Pointe Condominiums. (Res.10-2000) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-28-10: That the extension be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
10-4999 A Communication from the Relay Director of the Madison-Chicago 200 Relay requesting the use of the parking lots at North Beach Park from 2:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. on June 12, 2010.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Relay Director of the Madison-Chicago 200 Relay requesting the use of the parking lots at North Beach Park from 2:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. on June 12, 2010. (Res.10-2036) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 5-12-10: To approve the request from the Relay Director of the Madison-Chicago 200 Relay for the use of the parking lots at North Beach Park from 2:00 a.m. - 9:00 al.m. on June 12, 2010. Further recommend the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to the event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D. The sponsor shall pay a $150.00 per day special event fee. Fiscal Note: The City will be paid a special event fee of $150.00 per day.Referred  Action details Not available
10-4880 A claim of West Bend Mutual Insurance (Van's Electric)ClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of West Bend Mutual Insurance (Van's Electric) for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The claim of West Bend Mutual Insurance, insurer for Van's Electric, requesting reimbursement in the amount of $1,884.72 for damages to a Van Electric's truck allegedly struck by a falling tree branch during the storm on or about September 28, 2009 while the vehicle was parked in the 400 block of Wolff Street be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4881 A claim of Sedgwick CMS (Xerox)ClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Sedgwick CMS (Xerox) for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The claim of Sedgwick CMS, insurer for Xerox Corp., requesting a $765.49 reimbursement for injuries sustained by Christine Boche allegedly falling on an icy sidewalk in the 1000 block of Main Street on February 27 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4926 A claim of Richard & Joan DvorskyClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Richard Dvorsky and Joan Dvorsky for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10:The claim of Richard & Joan Dvorsky, 306 Augusta Street, requesting reimbursement of $7,571.25 for damages arising from a sewer allegedly backing up in their basement on October 11, 2009 be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4761 A Caledonia Use of WW Utility InterceptorCommunicationSubject: Use of Wastewater Utility Interceptor by Caledonia during Repair of Caledonia East Forcemain. Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 3/30/10: That Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk be authorized to sign an Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement with the Village of Caledonia. Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee for approval. (Res.10-1980) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement with the Village of Caledonia for the use of Wastewater Utility Interceptor by Caledonia during Repair of Caledonia East Forcemain Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4891 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a fee-for-service memorandum of understanding for up to $3,640 with Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc. for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a fee-for-service memorandum of understanding for up to $3,640 with Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc. for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs. (Res.10-1977) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a fee-for-service contract in an amount up to $3,640 with the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin for the Southeast Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs beginning January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Fiscal Note: Funds will be paid to the Health Department on a fee for service basis depending on the number of clients served in the year.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4899 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Hartmann Design, Inc. for the design of a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to honor Ms. Corinne Reid-Owens.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal from Hartmann Design, Inc. for the design of a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to honor Ms. Corinne Reid-Owens. (Res.10-1979) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 03-31-10: Approve the proposal from Hartmann Design, Inc. for the design of a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to honor Ms. Corinne Reid-Owens. Further recommends this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for funding. Fiscal Note: Funding will be determined by the Finance and Personnel Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: Approve the proposal from Hartmann Design, Inc. to design a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to honor Ms. Corinne Reid-Owens not to exceed $3,350. Fiscal Note: $3,350 is available in the operation budget of the Belle Urban System Enterprise Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4902 A HHW Agrmt. Amendment-Eliminate LanguageCommunicationSubject: Amendment to Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Agreement to eliminate language regarding event in Caledonia (Res.10-1981) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 3/30/10: That Mayor Dickert and the City Clerk be authorized to sign amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with participating communities. Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee for approval. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with participating communities. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4914 A Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the $100,000 2010 COPS Technology Program grantCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission to apply for the $100,000 2010 COPS Technology Program grant (City Grant Control No. 2010-013) to be utilized for installing Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) equipment in several squad cars. (Res.10-1983) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $100,000 2010 COPS Technology Program grant (City Grant Control No. 2010-013) to be utilized for installing Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) equipment in several squad cars. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. The automated license plate recognition equipment has a $12,000 line item in the 2010 budget.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4917 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from the National Recreation and Park Association (City Grant Control # 2010-12) in the amount of $5,000.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for a grant from the National Recreation and Park Association (City Grant Control # 2010-12) in the amount of $5,000. (Res.10-1982) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for a $5,000 grant with the National Recreation and Park Association (City Grant Control No. 2010-012) to be utilized for a community garden project. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4944 A Communication from the Deputy City Attorney and Human Resources Manager requesting the opportunity to appear before the Personnel/Finance Committee to submit a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 356 (Dispatchers) WPPA/CERCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Deputy City Attorney and Human Resources Manager requesting the opportunity to appear before the Personnel/Finance Committee to submit a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 356 (Dispatchers) WPPA/CERD for consideration, covering the years 2009 - 2010. (Res.10-1986) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 356 (Dispatchers) WPPA/CERD be approved. Fiscal Note: An increase of $12,191.00 for 2009 for a 1% salary adjustment with no additional increase for 2010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4953 A Request to accept the 2009 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant for $184,000.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to formally accept the 2009 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant EMW-2009-FO-05871 (Grant Control Number 2009-020) for $184,000. (Res.10-1984) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $184,000 agreement with the 2009 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act grant (City Grant Control No. 2009-020) to be utilized for the purchase of generators for five outlying fire stations and standardized physical fitness equipment for all six fire stations. Fiscal Note: There is a 20% hard match or $36,800 on the part of the City. Match funds in the amount of $35,640 will be available in Account 989.300.5710. Any additional match is available in Account 268.000.5250.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4955 A WAM grant 1700 Phililps Ave.CommunicationSubject: Request from the Director of City Development to apply to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for a grant for environmental assessment and remediation for a brownfield property at 1700 Phillips Avenue. (Res.10-1978) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10:Permission be granted for the Director of City Development to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources grant (City Grant Control No. 2010-015) to be utilized for the environmental assessment and remediation for a brownfield property at 1700 Phillips Avenue. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4958 A Claim for excessive assessment from Target Corporation, for 2009 Real Estate Taxes.ClaimSubject: Claim for excessive assessment from Target Corporation, for 2009 Real Estate Taxes. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: The claim for excessive assessment filed by the Target Corporation for 2009 Real Estate Taxes be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4959 A Communication from the Finance Director requesting to appear at the next Finance & Personnel Meeting to discuss 2009-2010 carry forwards.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to appear at the next Finance & Personnel Meeting to discuss 2009-2010 carry forwards. (Res.10-1987) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10: Carry forward 2009 budgets to 2010 as follows: All remaining encumbrance budgets; remaining 2008 and 2009 bonded Capital Projects budgets; $180,485.17 General Fund operational budgets; $598,071.25 Library Capital Projects; $332,187.10 Sanitary Sewer Capital Projects; $130,205.28 Façade Grant Program; $161,013.64 Civic Centre Capital Projects. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available to be carried forward. A detailed list of all carry-forwards will be available in the Finance Department.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4981 A Submitting the Local 67 - Library Employees Unit collective bargaining agreement for consideration.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney and Human Resources Manager submitting the Local 67 - Library Employees Unit collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res.10-1985) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-12-10:The collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 67 - Library Employees Unit be approved. Fiscal Note: 2009: $29,900; 2010 $0 over 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4633 A Final payment on Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, A.W. Oakes and Son, Contractor.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting final payment on Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, A.W. Oakes and Son, Contractor. (Res.10-1967) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. under Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $385,208.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0926, dated July 15, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4923 A Proposal from Azteca Systems for the extension of Cityworks software to the Building Department.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal from Azteca Systems for the extension of Cityworks software to the Building Department. (Res.10-1972) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-30-10: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Azteca Systems, Inc. for Extension of Cityworks Software to Building Department, on a time-and material basis not-to-exceed $49,925.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.130.5830, GIS Layers. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4943 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne BoulevardCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, Dirty Ducts Cleaning, Environmental and Insulation, Inc., contractor. (Res.10-1969) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, Dirty Ducts Cleaning, Environmental and Insulation, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $4,750.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4946 A Racine Neighborhood Watch requesting to use the City Hall Annex parking lot for its plant sale fundraiser pickup on Saturday, May 15, 2010, from 5 a.m. until 3 p.m.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Racine Neighborhood Watch requesting to use the City Hall Annex parking lot for its plant sale fundraiser pickup on Saturday, May 15, 2010, from 5 a.m. until 3 p.m. (Res.10-1961) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch to use the City Hall Annex parking lot and lawn area abutting Grand Avenue on Saturday, May 15, 2010, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in conjunction with a fundraiser. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4947 A Final payment on Contract 29-09 (K9-030), 2009 Sewer Asset Management ServicesCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 29-09 (K9-030), 2009 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res.10-1968) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That the professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 29-09 (K9-030), 2009 Sewer Asset Management Services, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $56,623.74. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1251, dated February 18, 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4949 A Final payment on Contract 63-09 (K9-064), 2009 LED Street LightsCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 63-09 (K9-064), 2009 LED Street Lights, Spectrum Lighting, Ltd., contractor. (Res.10-1971) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That the work done by Spectrum Lighting, Ltd. under Contract 63-09 (K9-064), 2009 LED Street Lights, EECBG, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $146,800.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1729, dated December 1, 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4950 A Request to rescind final payment on Contract 01-09 (K9-001), 2009 Pavement Inspection and Planning, Resolution No. 10-1911 of March 16, 2010.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to rescind the final payment on Contract 01-09 (K9-001), 2009 Pavement Inspection and Planning, Resolution No. 10-1911 of March 16, 2010, in the amount of $77,720.22. (Res.10-1975) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: As the amount listed in Resolution No. 10-1911, dated March 16, 2010, was incorrect, Resolution No. 10-1911 be rescinded. Further recommends that the work of AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 1-09 (K9-001), 2009 Pavement Inspection and Planning, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $77,925.10, from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: Contract was approved by Resolution 08-1169, dated December 16, 2008.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4966 A Bid results on Contract 10-10 (K0-010), 2010 Republic Avenue Reconstruction C.D.B.G.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 10-10 (K0-010), 2010 Republic Avenue Reconstruction C.D.B.G. (Res.10-1964) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That Contract 10-10 (K0-010), 2010 Republic Avenue Reconstruction C.D.B.G., be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $351,580.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $185,113.00 - Account 890.030.5520, 2010 Concrete Street Reconstruction $ 85,007.00 - Account 890.030.5510, 2010 Curb and Gutter Replacement $ 29,800.00 - Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. $ 51,660.00 - Account 104.990.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $351,580.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4967 A Bid results on Contract 11-10 (K0-011), Alley Paving (R1).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 11-10 (K0-011), Alley Paving (R1). (Res.10-1965) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That Contract 11-10 (K0-011), Alley Paving (R1), be awarded to AZAR LLC, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $282,727.61, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 2,585.66 - Account 990.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement $ 1,565.00 - Account 990.908.5010, Concrete Street Paving Misc. $ 95,837.55 - Account 104.900.5420, Replacement Storm Sewers $175,420.00 - Account 906.000.5060, Concrete Paving Assessed $ 3,541.23 - Account 990.908.5030, Concrete Alley Paving $ 3,778.17 - Account 990.908.5310, New Curb & Gutter $282,727.61 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4968 A Bid results on Contract 18-10 (K0-018), South Side Street Paving (R1).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Contract 18-10 (K0-018), South Side Street Paving (R1). (Res.10-1966) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That Contract 18-10 (K0-018), South Side Street Paving (R1), be awarded to Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $929,358.04, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $582,480.35 - Account 906.000.5010, Concrete Street Paving $110,656.35 - Account 990.908.5010, Concrete Street Paving, Misc. Loc. $100,000.00 - Account 990.908.5320, Replacement Curb and Gutter $ 18,901.34 - Account 990.908.5530, Crosswalk Ramps $ 6,000.00 - Account 906.000.5410, Sanitary Sewer $ 26,900.00 - Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. $ 84,420.00 - Account 104.990.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $929,358.04 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4971 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 29-10 (K0-034), 2010 Information Consulting Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 29-10 (K0-034), 2010 Information Consulting Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant. (Res.10-1976) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 29-10 (K0-034), 2010 Information Consulting Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $24,000.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $12,071.00 - Account 289.000.5770, Machinery & Equipment $ 5,964.00 - Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewer $ 5,965.00 - Account 104.990.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $24,000.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4978 A Final payment on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural RepairCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, Dirty Ducts Cleaning, Environmental and Insulation, contractor. (Res.10-1970) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That the work done by Dirty Ducts Cleaning, Environmental and Insulation, Inc. under Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $51,404.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1631, dated October 6, 2009.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4982 A Design Engineering Services Agreement between the City of Racine, Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation and Strand AssociatesCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting a three-party Design Engineering Services Agreement between the City of Racine, Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation and Strand Associates for State Project ID: 2290-17-00, Northwestern Avenue (STH 38) S. Memorial Drive to Golf Avenue. (Res.10-1974) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 3-party contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Strand Associates, Inc. for professional design engineering services for reconstructing Northwestern Avenue (Hwy. 38) from Golf Avenue to Memorial Drive, State Project ID: 2290-17-00, for the not-to-exceed cost of $1,010,542.56, which is funded 75% by the State of Wisconsin, or $757,906.94, and 25% by the City of Racine, or $252,635.62. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the following accounts: $187,500.00 - Account 990.908.5060, NorthwesterApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4994 A Project agreement with the WisDOT for reconstruction of Durand from Illinois to Kearney.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a project agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the reconstruction of Durand Avenue from Illinois Street to Kearney Avenue. (Res.10-1973) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 2-party agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Reconstruction of Durand Avenue (STH 11) from Illinois Street to Kearney Avenue, State Project ID: 2460-07-70, be approved in the amount of $10,380,100.00 with the City’s share being $423,275.00 and the State’s share being $9,956,825.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the City’s share of this project will be provided in the 2011-2015 Capital Improvement Program. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4998 A Request of 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 2010.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of 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 2010. (Res.10-1963) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: 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 15, 2010, to 4:30 a.m., Sunday, May 16, 2010, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved. 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 the event; C. The setup and dismantling of barricades will be the responsibility of the sponsor; D. Any overtiApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4932 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for updating plans and specifications for roof column repairs at the Zoological Gardens by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for updating plans and specifications for roof column repairs at the Zoological Gardens by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc. (Res.10-1957) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 4-12-10: That final payment for updating plans and specifications for roof column repairs at the Zoological Gardens by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc. be accepted. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 990-740-5020, Zoo North End Building Column Repairs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4933 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 54-09 (K9-055) Replacing Softball Lighting at Island Park South by Pieper Electric, Inc.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services requesting final payment for Contract 54-09 (K9-055) Replacing Softball Lighting at Island Park South by Pieper Electric, Inc. (Res.10-1958) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 4-12-10: That final payment for Contract 54-09 (K9-055) Replacing Softball Lighting at Island Park South by Pieper Electric, Inc. be accepted. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 988-710-5020, Replace Island South Lights.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4940 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report of bids received on the sale of abandoned vehicles 03-29-2010.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report of bids received on the sale of abandoned vehicles 03-29-2010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4941 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services wishing to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to discuss changes to Sec. 70-131(a), Fifth Street boat ramp, and Sec. 70-1(b), Violations.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services wishing to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to discuss changes to Sec. 70-131(a), Fifth Street boat ramp, and Sec. 70-1(b), Violations. (Ord.3-10) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 4-12-10: That the fees be changed from $40.00 to $100.00 and some of the wording be modified. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4951 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #6, One (1) Heavy Duty Rescue/Hazmat Equipment Truck W/6 Person Tilt Cab.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #6, One (1) Heavy Duty Rescue/Hazmat Equipment Truck W/6 Person Tilt Cab. (Res.10-1956) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 4-12-10: That the bid be awarded to Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. at their final price of $445,731.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 268-020-5820, FEMA Fire Grant-2009/2010.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4939 A Façade projects in the Downtown Design Review DistrictCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of an ordinance amendment reducing the minimum cost threshold for the review of façade projects within the Downtown Area Design Review District. (Ord.4-10) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-14-10: That an ordinance be prepared and public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4987 A High resolution EMCCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of an ordinance amendment establishing standards for high resolution electronic message centers. (Ord.5-10) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-14-10: That an ordinance be prepared and public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4838 A Close streets for 4th of July parade and use North Beach for the fireworks.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the President of 4th Fest of Greater Racine requesting permission to use city right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res.10-1939) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-30-10: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain city streets on Monday, July 5, 2010, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to hold the 2010 Independence Day Parade. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street Bridge to boat traffic on Monday, July 5, 2010, from 7:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and both the Main Street and State Street Bridges on Monday, July 5, 2010, from 9:05 p.m. to 10:40 p.m., for the Fourth Fest activities. Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close Goold Street, Yout Street, English Street, High StreApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
10-4945 A Use city right-of-way and Monument Square on June 19, 2010 for the 32nd Annual Lighthouse Run.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Pete Henkes, Lighthouse Run Meet Director, requesting to use city right-of-way and Monument Square on June 19, 2010 for the 32nd Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res.10-1962) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-13-10: 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 19, 2010, 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 7:4Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1956 A Official Notice #6, One (1) Heavy Duty Rescue/Hazmat Equipment Truck W/6 Person Tilt Cab, be awarded to Pierce Manufacturing, Inc.ResolutionOfficial Notice #6, One (1) Heavy Duty Rescue/Hazmat Equipment Truck W/6 Person Tilt Cab, be awarded to Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. Resolved, that Official Notice #6, One (1) Heavy Duty Rescue/Hazmat Equipment Truck W/6 Person Tilt Cab. be awarded to Pierce Manufacturing at its final price of $445,731.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 268.020.5820, FEMA Fire Grant - 2009/2010.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1957 A Professional Services for updating plans and specifications for roof column repairs at the Zoological Gardens by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional Services for updating plans and specifications for roof column repairs at the Zoological Gardens by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the Professional Services for updating plans and specifications for roof column repairs at the Zoological Gardens by Butterfield, Rudie & Seitz Architects, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $330.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 990.740.5020, Zoo North End Building Column Repairs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1958 A Work provided by Pieper Electric, Inc., for Contract 54-09 (K9-055), Replacing Softball Lighting at Island Park South, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork provided by Pieper Electric, Inc., for Contract 54-09 (K9-055), Replacing Softball Lighting at Island Park South, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work provided by Pieper Electric, Inc., for Contract 54-09 (K9-055), Replacing Softball Lighting at Island Park South, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $126,108.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in Account 988.710.5020, Replace Island South Lights.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1961 A Permission granted to Racine Neighborhood Watch to use City Hall Annex Parking lot for plant sale fundraiser on May 15, 2010, contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless AgreementResolutionPermission granted to Racine Neighborhood Watch to use City Hall Annex Parking lot for plant sale fundraiser on May 15, 2010, contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Hold Harmless Agreement with Racine Neighborhood Watch to use the City Hall Annex parking lot and lawn area abutting Grand Avenue on Saturday, May 15, 2010, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in conjunction with a fundraiser. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1962 A Permission granted to Lighthouse Run to use certain streets and Monument Square on June 19 contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with certain stipulationsResolutionPermission granted to Lighthouse Run to use certain streets and Monument Square on June 19 contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with certain stipulations Resolved, that 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 19, 2010, 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 resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U. S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2010 to satisfy the needs of this run. AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1963 A Permission granted to Downtown Rotary Club to use Parking Lot 4 and rental of Civic Center Ramps for Post Prom 2010 contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with stipulationsResolutionPermission granted to Downtown Rotary Club to use Parking Lot 4 and rental of Civic Center Ramps for Post Prom 2010 contingent upon entering into a Hold Harmless Agreement with stipulations 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 15, 2010, to 4:30 a.m., Sunday, May 16, 2010, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved. 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 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 AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1964 A Contract 10-10 (K10-010), 2010 Republic Avenue Reconstruction C.D.B.G. be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc.ResolutionContract 10-10 (K0-010), 2010 Republic Avenue Reconstruction C.D.B.G. be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. Resolved, that Contract 10-10 (K0-010), 2010 Republic Avenue Reconstruction C.D.B.G., be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at its bid price of $351,580.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 185,113.00 - Account 890.030.5520, 2010 Concrete St. Reconstruction $ 85,007.00 - Account 890.030.5510, 2010 Curb & Gutter Replacement $ 29,800.00 - Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. $ 51,660.00 - Account 104.990.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $ 351,580.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1965 A Contract 11-10 (K10-011), Alley Paving (R1), be awarded to AZAR, LLCResolutionContract 11-10 (K10-011), Alley Paving (R1), be awarded to AZAR, LLC Resolved, that Contract 11-10 (K10-011), Alley Paving (R1), be awarded to AZAR LLC, Racine, WI, at its bid price of $282,727.61, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 2,585.66 - Account 990.908.5520, Sidewalk Replacement $ 1,565.00 - Account 990.908.5010, Concrete Street Paving Misc. $ 95,837.55 - Account 104.900.5420, Replacement Storm Sewers $ 175,420.00 - Account 906.000.5060, Concrete Paving Assessed $ 3,541.23 - Account 990.908.5030, Concrete Alley Paving $ 3,778.17 - Account 990.908.5310, New Curb & Gutter $ 282,727.61 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1966 A Contract 18-10 (K10-018), South Side Street Paving (R1), be awarded to Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc.ResolutionContract 18-10 (K10-018), South Side Street Paving (R1), be awarded to Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc. Resolved, that Contract 18-10 (K10-018), South Side Street Paving (R1), be awarded to Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at its bid price of $929,358.04, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 582,480.35 - Account 906.000.5010, Concrete Street Paving $ 110,656.35 - Account 990.908.5010, Concrete Street Paving, Misc. Loc. $ 100,000.00 - Account 990.908.5320, Replacement Curb and Gutter $ 18,901.34 - Account 990.908.5530, Crosswalk Ramps $ 6,000.00 - Account 906.000.5410, Sanitary Sewer $ 26,900.00 - Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. $ 84,420.00 - Account 104.990.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $ 929,358.04 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1967 A Work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under Contract 44-08 (K8-052), 2008 Sanitary Sewer Relays, be accepted, and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $385,208.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 08-0926, dated July 15, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1968 A Professional Services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionProfessional Services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the professional services provided by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 29-09 (K9-030), 2009 Sewer Asset Management Services, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $56,623.74. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1251, dated February 18, 2009.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1969 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, Dirty Ducts Cleaning, be approvedResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, Dirty Ducts Cleaning, be approved Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, Dirty Ducts Cleaning, Environmental and Insulation, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $4,750.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of this change order be appropriated from Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1970 A Work done by Dirty Ducts Cleaning under Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by Dirty Ducts Cleaning under Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by Dirty Ducts Cleaning, Environmental and Insulation, Inc., under Contract 57-09 (K9-058), Sewer Insulation & Structural Repair - North Osborne Boulevard Ravine, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $51,404.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1631, dated October 6, 2009.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1971 A Work done by Spectrum Lighting, Ltd., under Contract 63-09 (K9-064), 2009 LED Street Lights, EECBG, be accepted and final payment authorizedResolutionWork done by Spectrum Lighting, Ltd., under Contract 63-09 (K9-064), 2009 LED Street Lights, EECBG, be accepted and final payment authorized Resolved, that the work done by Spectrum Lighting, Ltd., under Contract 63-09 (K9-064), 2009 LED Street Lights, EECBG, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $146,800.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 09-1729, dated December 1, 2009.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1972 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Azteca Systems, Inc., for Extension of Cityworks Software to Building DepartmentResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Azteca Systems, Inc., for Extension of Cityworks Software to Building Department Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Azteca Systems, Inc., for Extension of Cityworks Software to Building Department, on a time-and material basis not-to-exceed $49,925.00. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.130.5830, GIS Layers. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1973 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a 2-Party Agreement with the Wisconsin DOT for Reconstruction of Durand AvenueResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a 2-Party Agreement with the Wisconsin DOT for Reconstruction of Durand Avenue Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 2-party agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Reconstruction of Durand Avenue (STH 11) from Illinois Street to Kearney Avenue, State Project ID: 2460-07-70, in the approved amount of $10,380,100.00, with the City’s share being $423,275.00, and the State’s share being $9,956,825.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the City’s share of this project will be provided in the 2011-2015 Capital Improvement Program. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1974 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a 3-Party Agreement between the City, Wisconsin DOT, and Strand Associates for professional design engineering services for reconstructing Northwestern AvenueResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a 3-Party Agreement between the City, Wisconsin DOT, and Strand Associates for professional design engineering services for reconstructing Northwestern Avenue Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a 3-party contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Strand Associates, Inc., for professional design engineering services for reconstructing Northwestern Avenue (Hwy. 38) from Golf Avenue to Memorial Drive, State Project ID: 2290-17-00, for the not-to-exceed cost of $1,010,542.56, which is funded 75% by the State of Wisconsin, or $757,906.94, and 25% by the City of Racine, or $252,635.62. Further resolved, that funds to defray the cost of these professional services are available in the following accounts: $ 187,500.00 - Account 990.908.5060, Northwestern-Memorial to Golf $ 65,135.62 - 2011 Capital Improvement Program $ 252,635.62 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1975 A Rescind Resolution 10-1911 of March 16, 2010, approve the work and authorize final payment to AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 1-09 (K9-001), 2009 Pavement Inspection and PlanningResolutionRescind Resolution 10-1911 of March 16, 2010, approve the work and authorize final payment to AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 1-09 (K9-001), 2009 Pavement Inspection and Planning Whereas, the amount listed in Resolution No. 10-1911, dated March 16, 2010, was incorrect. Now, therefore, be it resolved, that Resolution No. 10-1911 of March 16, 2010 be rescinded. Further resolved, that the work of AECOM Technical Services, Inc., under Contract 1-09 (K9-001), 2009 Pavement Inspection and Planning, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $77,925.10, from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: Contract was approved by Resolution 08-1169, dated December 16, 2008.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1976 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 29-10 (K0-034), 2010 Information Consulting Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., be approvedResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 29-10 (K0-034), 2010 Information Consulting Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., be approved Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 29-10 (K0-034), 2010 Information Consulting Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $24,000.00. Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 12,071.00 - Account 289.000.5770, Machinery & Equipment $ 5,964.00 - Account 287.990.5310, Sanitary Sewer $ 5,965.00 - Account 104.990.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $ 24,000.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1977 A Mayor and City Clerk enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc., for Children and Youth with Special Health Care NeedsResolutionMayor and City Clerk enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc., for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a fee-for-service contract in an amount up to $3,640 with the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin for the Southeast Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs beginning January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Fiscal Note: Funds will be paid to the Health Department on a fee for service basis depending on the number of clients served in the year.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1978 A Permission granted to the Director of City Development to apply for a Wisconsin Recovery Initiative-Assessment Money Grant from the Wisconsin DNRResolutionPermission granted to the Director of City Development to apply for a Wisconsin Recovery Initiative-Assessment Money Grant from the Wisconsin DNR Resolved, that permission be granted to the Director of City Development to apply for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Grant (City Grant Control No. 2010-015) to be utilized for the environmental assessment and remediation for a brownfield property at 1700 Phillips Avenue. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1979 A Approve proposal from Hartman Design, Inc., to design of new site naming sign at Racine Metro Transit CenterResolutionApprove proposal from Hartman Design, Inc., to design of new site naming sign at Racine Metro Transit Center Resolved, that the proposal from Hartmann Design, Inc., to design a new site naming sign at the Racine Metro Transit Center to honor Ms. Corinne Reid-Owens be approved at the not to exceed fee of $3,350. Fiscal Note: $3,350 is available in the operation budget of the Belle Urban System Enterprise Fund.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1980 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement with the Village of Caledonia for use of Wastewater Utility InterceptorResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into an Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement with the Village of Caledonia for use of Wastewater Utility Interceptor Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement with the Village of Caledonia for the use of Wastewater Utility Interceptor by Caledonia during Repair of Caledonia East Forcemain. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1981 A Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreements with participating communitiesResolutionMayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreements with participating communities Rsolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign amendments to the Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with participating communities. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1982 A Permission granted to the Director of Parks to apply for a grant from the National Recreation and Park Association to be utilized for a community garden projectResolutionPermission granted to the Director of Parks to apply for a grant from the National Recreation and Park Association to be utilized for a community garden project Resolved, that permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for a $5,000 grant with the National Recreation and Park Association (City Grant Control No. 2010-012) to be utilized for a community garden project. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1983 A Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 COPS Technology Program GrantResolutionPermission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the 2010 COPS Technology Program Grant Resolved, that permission be granted for the Chief of Police to apply for the $100,000 2010 COPS Technology Program Grant (City Grant Control No. 2010-013) to be utilized for installing Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) equipment in several squad cars. Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. The automated license plate recognition equipment has a $12,000 line item in the 2010 budget.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1984 A Fire Chief be granted approval to accept the 2009 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the Grant AgreementResolutionFire Chief be granted approval to accept the 2009 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into the Grant Agreement Resolved, that permission be granted to the Fire Chief to accept the 2009 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant EMW-2009-FO-5871 (Grant Control Number 2009-020), for $184,000. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $184,000 agreement with the 2009 Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Act Grant (City Grant Control No. 2009-020) to be utilized for the purchase of generators for five outlying fire stations and standardized physical fitness equipment for all six fire stations. Fiscal Note: There is a 20% hard match or $36,800 on the part of the City. Match funds in the amount of $35,640 will be available in Account 989.300.5710. Any additional match is available in Account 268.000.5250.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1986 A Collective Bargaining Agreement between City of Racine and Local 356 (Dispatchers) WPPA/CERD, be approved for the years 2009-2010ResolutionCollective Bargaining Agreement between City of Racine and Local 356 (Dispatchers) WPPA/CERD, be approved for the years 2009-2010 Resolved, that the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 356 (Dispatchers) WPPA/CERD, be approved for the years 2009-2010. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1987 A Approval for Finance Director to carry forward 2009 budgets to 2010ResolutionApproval for Finance Director to carry forward 2009 budgets to 2010 Resolved, that the Finance Director carry forward 2009 budgets to 2010 as follows: All remaining encumbrance budgets; remaining 2008 and 2009 bonded Capital Projects budgets; $180,485.17 General Fund operational budgets; $598,071.25 Library Capital Projects; $332,187.10 Sanitary Sewer Capital Projects; $130,205.28 Façade Grant Program; $161,013.64 Civic Centre Capital Projects. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available to be carried forward. A detailed list of all carry-forwards will be available in the Finance Department.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.10-1959 A Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits & DamagesResolutionFinal - 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 March, 2010 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 Franklin Street from Eighteenth Street to Seventeenth Street Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue Murray Avenue from Seventeenth Street to Sixteenth Street Owen Avenue from Sixteenth Street to +/-725’ North of Sixteenth Street Alley from Twentieth Street to Twenty-First Street; Phillips Avenue to S. Memorial Drive Franklin Street from 13th Street to 12th Street SANITARY SEWER Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue SEWER AND WATER LATERALS Fifteenth Street from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as foReferred  Action details Not available
Res.10-1960 A Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits & DamagesResolutionFinal - 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 13th day of April, 2010 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 Liberty Street from Rickeman Court to Forest Street Rosalind Avenue from Spruce Street to Knoll Place Pine Ridge Circle from Pine Ridge Land (N) to Pine Ridge Lane (S) Pine Ridge Lane from Pine Ridge Circle to Waterbury Lane Pine Ridge Lane from Waterbury Lane to Chicory Road CURB AND GUTTER Pine Ridge Circle from Pine Ridge Land (N) to Pine Ridge Lane (S) Pine Ridge Lane from Pine Ridge Circle to Waterbury Lane Pine Ridge Lane from Waterbury Lane to Chicory Road 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 pertainingReferred  Action details Not available
Res.10-1985 A Collective Bargaining Agreement between City of Racine and Local 67 - Library Employees Unit be approvedResolutionCollective Bargaining Agreement between City of Racine and Local 67 - Library Employees Unit be approved Resolved that the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Racine and Local 67 - Library Employees Unit, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.3-10 A Ordinance No. 3-10 To amend Sec. 70-131(a) and 70-1(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Fifth Street boat ramp - Violations; payment of forfeiture in lieu of court appearance.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 3-10 To amend Sec. 70-131(a) and 70-1(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Fifth Street boat ramp - Violations; payment of forfeiture in lieu of court appearance. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Sec. 70-131(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by changing in the second sentence the word “concessionaire” to “owner” and by changing at the end of the sentence “concession building” to read “facility”. Part 2: Sec. 70-1(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is amended by changing the fee amount in Sec. 131(a), Fifth Street boat ramp use, “$40.00” to read “$100.00”. Part 3: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: __________________________ Approved: ____________ _________________________ Mayor Attest: ________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.4-10 A Ordinance 4-10 To amend Section114-826(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Downtown Area Design Guidelines - Prohibitions and exemptions.OrdinanceOrdinance 4-10 To amend Section114-826(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Downtown Area Design Guidelines - Prohibitions and exemptions. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Section 114-826(1) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by deleting the phrase "having a project cost of $5,000 or more, in aggregate" and by inserting in its place the following phrase, "for projects whose impact will result in the alteration of the visual character or impact of the facade." Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and the day after publication. Passed by the Common Council: __________________________ Approved: ______________ __________________________ Mayor Attest: __________________________ City Clerk Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.5-10 A Ordinance No. 5-10 To amend the title of Sec. 114-1033(a) and (b), and to create Sec. 114-1033(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning.OrdinanceOrdinance No. 5-10 To amend the title of Sec. 114-1033(a) and (b), and to create Sec. 114-1033(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Section 114-1033(a) and (b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by changing the title of the section to read: "LED Electronic signs." Part 2: Section 114-1033(c) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby created to read as follows: "(c) High Resolution Electronic Signs. (1) Definition: A high resolution, digitalized picture displayed on a sign or surface which has the capability of what appears to be constant motion. For purposes of this section, high resolution electronic signs are not LED signs. (2) Zones: a. High resolution electronic signs are allowed as a Conditional Use in the B-2 and B-3 Zoning Districts. b. High resolution electronic signs are not allowed in the B-1, O, O1, 1-1, 1-2, 1-P, B-4 and B-5 zones, educational facilities or in any residential zoReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.6-10 A Ord. 6-10 To repeal and recreate Chapter 2, Article VII., Code of Ethics, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Administration.OrdinanceOrd. 6-10 To repeal and recreate Chapter 2, Article VII., Code of Ethics, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Administration. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Chapter 2, Article VII. Of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows: “2-576. Purpose. The proper operation of democratic government requires that public officials and employees be independent, impartial and responsible to the people; that government decisions and policy be made in the best interest of the people, the community and the government and in the proper channels of governmental structure; that public offices and employment not be used for personal gain, and that the public have confidence in the integrity of its government. To assist in attaining these goals, there is established a code of ethics for all City of Racine (“City”) officials, including members of boards, committees, commissions, the mayor and employees, whether elected or appointed, paid or unpaid. 2-577. Policy. Referred  Action details Not available