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Ord.12-14
| A | | Ord. 12-14 Dangerous Animals | Ordinance | Ordinance 12-14 - Dangerous Animals
To repeal and recreate Sections of Chapter 10 - Animals of the Municipal Code of Racine, Wisconsin.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows:
Part 1: Repeal Sec. 10-104. - Vicious Animals of the Municipal Code of Racine, Wisconsin and recreate it as follows:
“Sec. 10-104. - Dangerous Animals.
(a) Definitions.
Amend Sec. 10.1.- Definitions of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, by inserting the following definitions in the proper alphabetical order.
Animal means any living vertebrate, domestic or wild, except a human being.
Bodily Harm as used in this chapter means physical pain or injury, illness, or any impairment of physical condition.
Confinement means either indoor or outdoor containment of an animal which is declared Dangerous / Prohibited so as not to be a threat to the public.
Cruel means causing unnecessary and excessive pain/suffering or unjustifiable injury or death to an animal.
Dangerous Animal as used in this chapter means:
1. Any animal which approache | | |
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14-10762
| A | | Communication from Jason Greenwood on behalf of the Splash & Dash Foundation | Communication | Subject: Communication from Jason Greenwood on the behalf of the Splash and Dash Foundation requesting a reduction or waiver of the $175.00 park reservation fee for the Splash and Dash event to be held at North Beach on Thursday, January 1, 2015.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: The request for a reduction or waiver of the $175.00 park reservation fee for the Splash and Dash event be denied.
Fiscal Note: Park reservation fee is $175.00 | Referred | |
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14-10789
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #12 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. (Res. No. 14-0498) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #12 Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department. (Res. No. 14-0498)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: That the Purchasing Agent enter into multiple agreements with the lowest responsive responsible bidders for items listed in Official Notice #12 EMS Supplies.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this expense in FY2015 is $100,000 in account 101.300.5690 | Referred | |
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14-10793
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Racine police officers F. Miller and R. Rasmussen in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric S | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Racine police officers F. Miller and R. Rasmussen in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric S. Conley-Eaglebear v. Off. Miller, et al. (Res. No. 14-0501)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14:Permission be granted to the City Attorney to represent Racine police officers F. Miller and R. Rasmussen in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-C-1175, Eric S. Conley-Eaglebear v. Off. Miller, et al.
Fiscal Note: None at this time | Referred | |
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14-10794
| A | | Semi Annual Plan Cert City-RLF (Res. No. 14-0499) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) requesting to present the semi-annual plan certifications for the period ending September 30, 2014 for the City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF). (Res. No. 14-0499)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: That the City certify for the semi-annual reporting period ending September 30, 2014: the City-Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Plan is consistent with and supportive of the area's current economic and adjustment strategy; and the City-RLF is being operated in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the City-RLF Plan and the loan portfolio meets the standards contained therein.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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14-10770
| A | | Waive formal bidding procedures for the annual HVAC maintenance agreement. (Res. No. 14-0507) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the annual HVAC maintenance agreement. (Res. No. 14-0507)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: The request to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the Annual Preventative Maintenance Agreement with Johnson Controls.
Fiscal Note: The annual agreement cost for 2015 will be $101,422 and is available in Account 404.000.5550, Repairs and Maintenance. | Referred | |
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14-10791
| A | | Professional services agreement for Contract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management Program, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0506) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a professional services agreement for Contract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management Program, Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0506)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Industrial Roofing Services, Inc., for Contract 54-14 (K4-054), PS - Roof Management Program, in the not-to-exceed amount of $19,575.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 404.000.5760, Building Improvements - Building Complex.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Referred | |
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14-10792
| A | | Request to close 5th Street on Friday, January 5, 2015 through Sunday, January, 11, 2015. (Res. No. 14-0505) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Real Racine, on behalf of AGA Nation, requesting to close 5th Street between Wisconsin and Main Street starting at 7:00 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2015 through 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 11, 2015 to host its 2015 Winter Rail Jam mobile snowboard and freestyle ski event. (Res. No. 14-0505)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That Real Racine, on behalf of AGA Nation, be granted permission to close 5th Street between Wisconsin and Main Street starting at 7:00 A.M. on Friday, January 9, 2015 through 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 11, 2015 to host its 2015 Winter Rail Jam mobile snowboard and freestyle ski event, 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. The sponsor shall pay a $250 spec | Referred | |
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14-10795
| A | | Traffic control device at the intersection of Madison Street and Dwight Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic control device at the intersection of Madison Street and Dwight Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on January 19, 2015: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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14-10710
| A | | Transfer of funds into Account 287.900.5320, Sanitary Sewer Backlog Projects. (Res. No. 14-0480) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting the transfer of funds into Account 287.900.5320, Sanitary Sewer Backlog Projects. (Res. No. 14-0480)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-10-14: Defer the item until the November 24, 2014 Finance & Personnel meeting.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: $500,000 be appropriated from Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Fund Reserves to Account 287.900.5320, Sanitary Sewer Backlog Projects.
Fiscal Note: There are funds available in the reserves in the sanitary sewer maintenance fund for this amendment. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10737
| A | | Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for a grant in the amount not to exceed $15,000 from the Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Foundation to acquire bariatric patient handling equipment. (Res. No. 14-0478) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for a grant in the amount not to exceed $15,000 from the Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Foundation to acquire bariatric patient handling equipment. (Grant Control # 2014-044) (Res. No. 14-0478)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to apply for a grant in the amount not to exceed $15,000 from the Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Foundation to acquire bariatric patient handling equipment.(Grant Control # 2014-044)
Fiscal Note: The Fire Department will be providing an in-kind support for the grant in the amount of $27,800 with existing equipment, and will cover the estimated installation cost of $300. (Grant Control # 2014-044) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10758
| A | | Communication from the Director of PRCS (Res. No. 14-0479) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for and accept grant funds in the amount of $20,000 from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Grant Control #2014-043. (Res. No. 14-0479)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for and accept grant funds in the amount of $20,000 from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. Grant Control #2014-043.
Fiscal Note: No match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10763
| A | | Communication from Purchasing Agent (Res. No. 14-0481) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #11, Provision of Ground Maintenance, Snow Removal, and Burial Services for Racine Cemeteries. (Res. No. 14-0481)
Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners on 11/17/14: to award to Reliable Property Services at their unit costs outlined in their Ground Maintenance, Snow & Ice Removal and Burial Services Bidder's Proposal for Official Notice #11 for a one-year term.
Fiscal Note: Unit costs outlined are estimated to be $313,155.00 for 2015. Funds for these services are available in account 207.000.5600, Cemetery Contracted Services.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: The City enter into an agreement with Reliable Property Services at the unit costs outlined in their Ground Maintenance, Snow & Ice Removal and Burial Services Bidder's Proposal for Official Notice #11 for a one-year term.
Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in account 207.000.5600, Cemetery Contracted Services. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10775
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the Racine Professional Employees Association 2015 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 14-0483) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the Racine Professional Employees Association 2015 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 14-0483)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: Recommend approval of the negotiated Racine Professional Employees Association 2015 collective bargaining agreement.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10788
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #10, Purchase of Nine, Five Row Aluminum Bleachers. (Res. No. 14-0482) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #10, Purchase of Nine, Five Row Aluminum Bleachers. (Res. No. 14-0482)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-24-14: The purchase of nine, five row aluminum bleachers, Official Notice #10, be awarded to Southern Bleacher Company at their bid price of $25,940.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in account 993.710.5010, Bleacher Replacements and in account 994.710.5010, Bleacher Replacements. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10765
| A | | 2015 summary of lease agreements for office space. (Res. No. 14-0485) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting the 2015 summary of lease agreements for office space. (Res. No. 14-0485)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 25, 2014: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into lease agreements for 2015 for rental of office space in City Hall, City Hall Annex and the Safety Building at the rental rates as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Rental rates will increase in 2015 due to the 2014 Consumer Price Index increasing by 2.1%. These leases will generate a total annual revenue of approximately $116,956.40. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10767
| A | | Bid results on Contract 36-14 (K4-036), City Hall Annex - Replace Fire Alarm. (Res. No. 14-0484) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 36-14 (K4-036), City Hall Annex - Replace Fire Alarm. (Res. No. 14-0484)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 25, 2014: That Contract 36-14(K4-036), City Hall Annex - Replace Fire Alarm, be awarded to WIL-Surge Electric, Inc., at their bid price of $104,811, they being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 994.200.5020, Annex - Upgrade Fire Alarm. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10771
| A | | Change Order No. 2 on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street, Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0486) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 2 on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street, Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0486)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 25, 2014: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street, Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($5,015.21).
Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 2 will result in a decrease in contract price. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10772
| A | | Final payment on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street, Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0487) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street, Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 14-0487)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 25, 2014: That the work done by Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Inc., under Contract 08-14(K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $306,066.74.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0159 of April 14, 2014. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10780
| A | | Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Avenue (K2-011), Graef-USA Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0488) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street, Graef-USA Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 14-0488)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 25, 2014: That Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street, Graef-USA, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved.
Fiscal Note: This is a no cost time extension. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10748
| A | | (New) Application of Tops 3 Supermarket Inc. Manpreet Singh, Agent for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 704 High Street. (4th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Tops 3 Supermarket Inc. Manpreet Singh, Agent for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for 704 High Street. (4th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on November 25, 2014: That the application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for Tops 3 Supermarket Inc,Manpreet Singh, Agent , located at 704 High Street, be approved.
Fiscal note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10773
| A | | (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 11/18/14 | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Sale of Abandoned Vehicles 11/18/14
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on November 25, 2014: That the item be Received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder out of the two bids was Auto Parts City.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $19,928.00 in revenue for account 101.310.7550. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10387
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. (Res No. 15-0100) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. (Res No. 15-0100)
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on July 21, 2014: Deferred
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Recommends that the communication be received and filed.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Recommends that the item be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 09, 2014: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: Approve a study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on February 09, 2015: Receive and file.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on February 23, 2015: Receive and file.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on March 9, 2015: To approve the purchase two radar detection speed feedback signs to temporarily be insta | Referred | Pass |
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14-10625
| A | | Remove the east/west stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Mead Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Traffic Commission a request to remove the east/west stop signs on DeKoven Avenue at Mead Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Recommends that the request to remove the stop signs on the east and west approaches of the intersection of DeKoven Avenue and Mead Street be approved.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on January 19, 2015: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the request to remove the stop signs on the east and west approaches of the intersection of DeKoven Avenue and Mead Street be approved.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage change will result in a removal cost of $100.00 and no annual maintenance cost. | Referred | Pass |
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14-10626
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Traffic Commission a request to add stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Franklin Street, making it a four-way stop. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Traffic Commission a request to add stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Franklin Street, making it a four-way stop.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Receive and file.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on January 19, 2015: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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14-10746
| A | | Communication from RPD, on behalf of the principals of Jerstad Agerholm Middle and Elementary Schools, requesting signage changes at 3601/3523 La Salle Street. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from RPD, on behalf of the principals of Jerstad Agerholm Middle and Elementary Schools, requesting signage changes at 3601/3523 La Salle Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Recommends that the request to change school parking areas in the 800 block of North Street and the 3500-3600 block of LaSalle Street from "No Parking, Stopping, Standing 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on School Days" to "No Parking Loading Zone 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on School Days" be approved.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200 and an annual maintenance cost of $80. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10777
| A | | In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-66(1) of Schedule C of the Municipal Co | Communication | Subject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-66(1) of Schedule C of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "Through Streets" be amended:
By Deleting:
1. De Koven Avenue, from west line of Wisconsin Avenue to east line of Taylor Avenue except at Mead Street.
By Including:
1. De Koven Avenue, from west line of Wisconsin Avenue to east line of Taylor Avenue.
B. Recommends that Section 94-66(3) of Schedule C of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "All-way stop intersections" be amended:
By Deleting:
1. Mead Street and De Koven Avenue. | Received and Filed | Pass |
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14-10622
| A | | Removal of the bus stop near the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and DeKoven Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Transit and Parking Commission a request for the removal of the bus stop near the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and DeKoven Avenue.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on October 22, 2014: Defer
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on November 19, 2014: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10676
| A | | Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting the review of BUS Shrink Wrap program rates and authorization to extend the existing contract with Image Management for services in recruiting, designing and coordinating exterior BUS ad | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting the review of BUS Shrink Wrap program rates and authorization to extend the existing contract with Image Management for services in recruiting, designing and coordinating exterior BUS advertising. (Res. No. 14-0489)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on October 22, 2014: Defer
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on November 19, 2014: Approval of the BUS Shrink Wrap program rates and contract extension with Image Management for services in recruiting, designing and coordinating exterior BUS advertising.
Fiscal Note: Expected to generate $75,000 of revenue for Transit in 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10760
| A | | Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting the review of a presentation by ABM Parking Services, Inc., outlining planned parking technology improvements in 2015 and their contract for cash management, operations, maintenance and | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting the review of a presentation by ABM Parking Services, Inc., outlining planned parking technology improvements in 2015 and their contract for cash management, operations, equipment maintenance and marketing of the Gaslight, Shoop, Lake Avenue and Civic Centre ramps and Lakefront Lot No. 5.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on November 19, 2014: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10761
| A | | Communication from the BUS General Manager submitting for review the October 2014 BUS Operations Report. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the BUS General Manager submitting for review the October 2014 BUS Operations Report.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on November 19, 2014: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10738
| A | | CU 1427 Junction Avenue (Res. No. 14-0490) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request by Elizabeth Robinson and Nick Price for conditional use approval to have an auto repair facility at 1427 Junction Avenue. (Res. No. 14-0490)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-26-14: That the item be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10782
| A | | CU Extension 918 West Blvd (Res. No. 14-0491) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Jai Shree Swaminarayan of Port of Call Liquors, 918 West Boulevard, for an extension to an approval of a conditional use permit. (Res. No. 14-0491)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-26-14: That the extension to June 17, 2015 be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10783
| A | | CU 2522 Douglas Avenue (Res. No. 14-0492) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Serena Barnes of Heaven's Heroes Learning Academy, LLC for conditional use approval to operate a child care facility at 2522 Douglas Avenue. (Res. No. 14-0492)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-26-14: That the item be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10785
| A | | CU 1935 State Street (Res. No. 14-0494) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Alicia Villa for a conditional use permit to allow for a first floor residence at 1935 State Street. (Res. No. 14-0494)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-26-14: That the item be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10759
| A | | Sanchez (Res. No. 14-0495) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Carlos Castelan-Sanchez and Cintia Sanchez to purchase 1236 Schiller Street, an NSP property. (Res. No. 14-0495)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on November 20, 2014: that the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer, with contingencies, of Carlos Castelan-Sanchez and Cintia Sanchez to purchase 1236 Schiller Street be approved.
Further recommend that the Mayor, City Clerk, and the Director of City Development be authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the NSP-3 program. The City will receive $86,000 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10769
| A | | Choose Racine (Res. No. 14-0496) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to discuss revisions to the Choose Racine Program. (Res. No. 14-0496)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on November 20, 2014: that resolution 09-1588 of September 1, 2009, establishing a Choose Racine program, be rescinded.
Fiscal Note: The program allowed qualified public employees to purchase homes from the city at 50% of list price. The program was intended to broaden the market for rehabilitated homes. However, it was not intended for newly constructed homes like the city is currently marketing and the program has not been effective in increasing demand for the rehabilitated homes. As a result, rescission will have no fiscal impact. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10790
| A | | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet with the Executive Committee in Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes section 19.85(1)(g), regarding a communication from Racine County. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet with the Executive Committee in Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes section 19.85(1)(g), regarding a communication from Racine County.
Recommendation of the Executive Committee on 11-25-14: That the item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10778
| A | | Developers Agrmt for WM in Sturtevant (Res. No. 14-0500) | Communication | Subject: Developers Agreement with Ashley Capital for Water Main Construction in the Village of Sturtevant (Res. No. 14-0500)
Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 11/25/14: Approve
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12-8-14: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter in the Developers Agreement with Ashley Capital for Water Main Construction in the Village of Sturtevant.
Fiscal Note: The developer shall bear all costs | Referred | Pass |
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14-10688
| A | | GM Request City Attny Draft Amndmnt Resolution-Chapter 98 (Res. No. 14-0497) (Ord. 13-14) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager Requesting that the City Attorney Draft an Amendment Resolution Pertaining to Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations, as a Result of NR211 of the Department of Natural Resources Code (Res. No. 14-0497) (Ord. 13-14)
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission on 11/25/14: To approve changes to Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 9, 2014: That changes to Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations, be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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14-10796
| A | | Ordinance 12-14 Dangerous Animals | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Ordinance 12-14 Dangerous Animals
To repeal and recreate Sections of Chapter 10 - Animals of the Municipal Code of Racine, Wisconsin.
Recommendation of the City Attorney: That Ordinance 12-14 be adopted.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 4-14-15: That this be adopted as amended.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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Res.14-0478
| A | | Bariatric Patient Handling Equipment Grant | Resolution | Bariatric Patient Handling Equipment Grant
Resolved,that permission is granted to the Fire Chief to apply for a grant in the amount not to exceed $15,000.00 from the Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Foundation to acquire bariatric patient handling equipment. (Grant Control # 2014-044)
Fiscal Note: The Fire Department will be providing an in-kind support for the grant in the amount of $27,800.00 with existing equipment, and will cover the estimated installation cost of $300.00. (Grant Control # 2014-044) | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0479
| A | | Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program Grant | Resolution | Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program Grant
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for and accept grant funds in the amount of $20,000.00 from SC Johnson to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program. (Grant Control #2014-043)
Fiscal Note: No match required. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0480
| A | | Transfer of Funds for Sanitary Sewer Backlog Projects | Resolution | Transfer of Funds for Sanitary Sewer Backlog Projects
Resolved, that $500,000.00 be appropriated from Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Fund Reserves to Account 287.900.5320, Sanitary Sewer Backlog Projects.
Fiscal Note: There are funds available in the reserves in the sanitary sewer maintenance fund for this amendment. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0481
| A | | Official Notice #11, Provision of Ground Maintenance, Snow Removal, and Burial Services for Racine Cemeteries | Resolution | Official Notice #11, Provision of Ground Maintenance, Snow Removal, and Burial Services for Racine Cemeteries
Resolved, that the City is approved to enter into an agreement with Reliable Property Services at the unit costs outlined in their Ground Maintenance, Snow & ice Removal and Burial Services Bidder's Proposal for Official Notice #11 for a one-year term.
Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in account 207.000.5600, Cemetery Contracted Services. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0482
| A | | Official Notice #10, Purchase of Nine, Five Row Aluminum Bleachers | Resolution | Official Notice #10, Purchase of Nine, Five Row Aluminum Bleachers
Resolved, that the purchase of nine, five row aluminum bleachers, Official Notice #10, is awarded to Southern Bleacher Company at their bid price of $25,940.00.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in account 993.710.5010, Bleacher Replacements and in account 994.710.5010, Bleacher Replacements. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0483
| A | | 2015 Racine Professional Employees Association Collective Bargaining Agreement | Resolution | 2015 Racine Professional Employees Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
Resolved, that the negotiated Racine Professional Employees Association 2015 collective bargaining agreement is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0484
| A | | Contract 36-14 (K4-036), City Hall Annex - Replace Fire Alarm | Resolution | Contract 36-14 (K4-036), City Hall Annex - Replace Fire Alarm
Resolved, that Contract 36-14(K4-036), City Hall Annex - Replace Fire Alarm, be awarded to WIL-Surge Electric, Inc., at its bid price of $104,811.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 994.200.5020, Annex - Upgrade Fire Alarm. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0485
| A | | 2015 Summary of Lease Agreements for Office Space | Resolution | 2015 Summary of Lease Agreements for Office Space
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into lease agreements for 2015 for rental of office space in City Hall, City Hall Annex and the Safety Building at the rental rates as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Rental rates will increase in 2015 due to the 2014 Consumer Price Index increasing by 2.1%. These leases will generate a total annual revenue of approximately $116,956.40. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0486
| A | | Change Order No. 2 on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street | Resolution | Change Order No. 2 on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street
Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street, Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($5,015.21).
Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 2 will result in a decrease in contract price. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0487
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 08-14 (K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street
Resolved, that the work done by Outdoor Lighting Construction Company, Inc., under Contract 08-14(K4-008), 2014 Signal & Street Lighting Replacement - South Street and Mt. Pleasant Street, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $306,066.74.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0159 of April 14, 2014. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0488
| A | | Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street | Resolution | Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street
Resolved, that Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2350-00-00, Hamilton Street / Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street, Graef-USA, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved.
Fiscal Note: This is a no cost time extension. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0489
| A | | BUS Shrink Wrap Program Rates and Extension of Existing Contract | Resolution | BUS Shrink Wrap Program Rates and Extension of Existing Contract
Resolved, that the BUS Shrink Wrap program rates and contract extension with Image Management for services in recruiting, designing and coordinating exterior BUS advertising is approved.
Fiscal Note: Expected to generate $75,000.00 of revenue for Transit in 2015. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0490
| A | | Auto Repair Facility at 1427 Junction | Resolution | Auto Repair Facility at 1427 Junction
Resolved, that the request by Elizabeth Robinson and Nick Price to operate an auto repair facility at 1427 Junction is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission at the November 26, 2014 Plan Commission meeting 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 the applicant shall obtain the correct property owner’s signature on the parking agreement within 7 days of this approval. The applicants shall utilize the parking the spaces available via the parking agreement with 1503 Junction Avenue and as identified on the site plan. No junk, inoperable vehicles, or storage of vehicles for more than 48 hours shall be allowed at 1503 Junction Avenue. Vehicles shall be repaired and picked-up in a timely manner. Should this parking agreement be negated by either party, or not be signed by the current owner by December 2, 2014, this approval shall be null and void.
d. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0491
| A | | Extend Approval of Conditional Use Permit for Port of Call Liquors | Resolution | Extend Approval of Conditional Use Permit for Port of Call Liquors
Resolved, that the request by Jai Shree Swaminarayan of Port of Call Liquors, 918 West Boulevard, to extend the approval of the conditional use permit to June 17, 2015, is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0494
| A | | First Floor Residence at 1935 State Street | Resolution | First Floor Residence at 1935 State Street
Resolved, that the request from Alicia Villa for a conditional use permit to allow for a first floor residence at 1935 State Street is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on November 26, 2014, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and that all required permits be obtained.
c. That the following shall be accomplished prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit:
1. Remove from property the commercial two-pole sign structure.
2. Submit the following items to the Director of City Development, along with cost estimates from qualified professionals, for review and approval:
aa. A landscaping and trash area screening plan that includes type, size, location of landscaping to be installed and trash screening method and location.
bb. A painting plan that includes color chips.
cc. A parking lot sealing and striping plan.
dd. That a surety in the form of a cashier's check or letter of credit be provided | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0495
| A | | Purchase of 1236 Schiller Street | Resolution | Purchase of 1236 Schiller Street
Resolved, that the request of the Director of City Development to accept an offer from Carlos Castelan-Sanchez and Cintia Sanchez to purchase 1236 Schiller Street, an NSP property, is authorized.
Further resolved, that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale.
Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the NSP-3 program. The City will receive $86,000.00 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0496
| A | | Rescind Choose Racine Program | Resolution | Rescind Choose Racine Program
Resolved, that Resolution 09-1588 of September 1, 2009, establishing a Choose Racine program, is rescinded.
Fiscal Note: The program allowed qualified public employees to purchase homes from the city at 50% of list price. The program was intended to broaden the market for rehabilitated homes. However, it was not intended for newly constructed homes like the City is currently marketing and the program has not been effective in increasing demand for the rehabilitated homes. As a result, rescission will have no fiscal impact. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0492
| A | | Child Care Facility at 2522 Douglas Avenue | Resolution | Child Care Facility at 2522 Douglas Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Serena Barnes to operate a child care facility at 2522 Douglas Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on November 26, 2014, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and that all required permits be obtained.
c. That all required State licenses be obtained and inspections be performed, passed, and kept up to State standards at all times.
d. That the kitchen shall pass all required health department inspections and be up to code prior to preparation of food.
e. That there be adequate state certified staff, as dictated by State licensing requirements, present at all times children are on the premises.
f. That the applicant shall provide details on the security system to be installed to the Department of City Development. The system shall be installed within 6 months of opening.
g. That the applicant shall specifically locate the dumpster in the area behind the | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.14-0497
| A | | Amend Ch. 98, Section IV of the Municipal Code | Resolution | Amend Ch. 98, Section IV of the Municipal Code
Resolved, that an ordinance be created to amend Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations, as a Result of NR211 of the Department of Natural Resources.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Received and Filed | Pass |
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14-10747
| A | | Pursuant to Sections 6.875(4) and 7.30(4) of the State Statutes, I Janice Johnson-Martin am submitting for your confirmation the list of Election Officials to be appointed for the term beginning January 1, 2015 and ending December 31, 2015. | Communication | Subject: Pursuant to Sections 6.875(4) and 7.30(4) of the State Statutes, I Janice Johnson-Martin am submitting for your confirmation the list of Election Officials to be appointed for the term beginning January 1, 2015 and ending December 31, 2015. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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