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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/4/2012 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
Due to Recall Election on June 5, 2012
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12-7753 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept, if awarded, the 2011 FEMA SAFER Fire Act GrantCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept, if awarded, the 2011 FEMA SAFER Fire Act Grant. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-11-12: Defer the item. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2-27-13: Receive & File. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7768 A Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker site to park cars on Wednesday night, July 4, 2012, for the annual fireworks show. (Res. 12-3189)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use the Walker site to park cars on Wednesday night, July 4, 2012, for the annual fireworks show. (Res. 12-3189) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to use the Walker Site on Wednesday, July 4, 2012, with a rain date of Thursday, July 5, 2012, for parking of vehicles in conjunction with the Fourth of July fireworks display. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7769 A Real Racine request to use city right-of-way for the International Cycling Classic on Friday, July 13, 2012. (Res. 12-3188)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to use city right-of-way for the International Cycling Classic on Friday, July 13, 2012. (Res. 12-3188) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That Real Racine be granted permission to hold the International Cycling Classic bicycle race on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and to close the streets listed below, with the following stipulations: Michigan Boulevard from English Street to Barker Street; Barker Street from Michigan Boulevard to the dead-end, Hoffert Drive A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 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. Sponsor shall be responsible for supplying a map of the detour route and the signing of the necessary detours for the State Highway route. F. The sponsor shall pay a special evenReferred  Action details Not available
12-7787 A Downtown Racine Corporation request to place artistically decorated trunks on the public sidewalks along Main Street from State Street to 6th Street, and on 6th Street from Main Street to Grand Avenue for the 11th Annual Public Art Project. (Res. 12-3190)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to place artistically decorated trunks on the public sidewalks along Main Street form State Street to 6th STreet from Main Street to Grand Avenue for the 11th Annual Public Art Project. (Res. 12-3190) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 6-12-12: That an agreement be executed, in accordance with Wisconsin State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets, to grant permission to Downtown Racine Corporation, to place decorated trunks on the sidewalks of Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Main Street to Grand Avenue, from May 1, 2012 to October 1, 2012, with the stipulation that a minimum of a 5' sidewalk must be maintained at all times and that any damage to the sidewalk be repaired so as to not present a hazard to pedestrians. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7710 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013: Restaurant of Racine, Inc. 207 Gaslight Drive (Tradename) Chancery Pub & Restaurant Brian K. Grabher, Agent Mike Williams 1403 Superior Street (Tradename) Winner's Circle Ice Box, LLC 2328 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Ice Box Ronald Stankovic, Agent Kenny's on Main LLC 1300 N. Main Street (Tradename) Kenny's on Main Kenneth R. Meyer, Agent Corey Szaryc & Jaimie D. Utley 611 Wisconsin Avenue (Tradename) Toad Hall Corey Szaryc, Agent Laura Tomasek & Lisa Caffery 920 Erie Street (Tradename) Yardarm Laura Tomasek, Agent Jose E. Sanchez 1318 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Mi Jacalito Restaurant LJF Corporation 3012 Rapids Drive (Tradename) Stone Corral Luciano Flores, Agent Joey's on 6th LLC 910 Sixth Street (Tradename) Joey's on 6th Joseph G. Legath, Agent Joey's on Taylor, LTD. 1863 Taylor Avenue (Tradename) Joey's on Taylor Joseph G. Legath, Agent Joey's on Lathrop LLC Referred  Action details Not available
12-7711 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject:The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013: Aldi, Inc. 3110 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Aldi #28 Lorelei Rasch, Agent 2418 Douglas Avenue 2418 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) X-Press Food Mart Narendra Shah, Agent Sam Ali 3326 Sixteenth Street (Tradename) Westown Foods Mega Marts, LLC 2210 Rapids Street (Tradename) Pick n Save Charles L. Neu, Agent Erie Gas & Food, LLC 3945 Erie Street (Tradename) Erie Gas & Food Fahim Ajmeri, Agent Nagra Pump & Pantry, LLC 1826 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Nagra Pump & Pantry Sukhwkndar S. Nagra, Agent DJK Foods, LLC 3900 Erie Street (Tradename) Piggly Wiggly David J. Koenig, Agent Kamaljit K. & Deepinder Dhaliwal 1917 Sixteenth St. (Tradename) AD United Petroleum Jesus S. & Yolanda Maldonado 518 High Street (Tradename) Santa Fe Liquor C&D Peterson Investments, Inc. 3900 Durand Ave. (Tradename) Durand Avenue Mart Coy Peterson, Agent Champion Liquor and Foods, LLC 1629 Referred  Action details Not available
12-7712 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class C" & Class "B" Wine and Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class C" & Class "B" Wine and Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: Park Inn LLC 2312 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Park Inn Ronald Stankovic, Agent Whey Chai Chinese Restaurant, LLC 400 Main Street (Tradename) Whey Chai Chinese Willing & Willing Inc. 1238 Lathrop Avenue (Tradename) Bernie's Pizzeria Bernard Willing II, Agent The Bowen's Inc. 2037 Lathrop Avenue (Tradename) Break and Run Billiards Greg Bowen, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the following renewal application(s) for a "Class C" & Class "B" Wine and Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7713 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: Speedway LLC 2110 S. Green Bay Road (Tradename) Speedway #4451 Shirley Colter, Agent Gerardo E. Flores 1775 State Street (Tradename) Lincoln Supermarket E& K Durand, LLC 2731 Durand Avenue (Tradename) Open Pantry Food Marts James Schutz, Agent Priya Corporation 3818 Durand Avenue (Tradename) Andy's on Durand Kavita Khullar, Agent Abdallah Batyneh 1600 Dr. M.L. King, Jr. Dr. (Tradename) Quick Stop Foods 1819 Durand, Inc. 1819 Durand Avenue (Tradename) Fine Fare Foods Narendra V. Shah Lauro Davalos 1951 Mead Street (Tradename) La Tapatia 3 Mile Station LLC 600 3 Mile Road (Tradename) Kwik Pantry Food Mart State Street BP Inc. 1975 State Street (Tradename) BP Satish Bhardwaj, Agent Iyad M. Alabed 1559 Taylor Avenue (Tradename) Sunshine Supermarket Jalil Mian 1100 Sixth Street (Tradename) MJ Petroleum Dipsha Inc. 2056 Taylor Avenue (Tradename) Pantry Plus Tushar Patel, AgReferred  Action details Not available
12-7720 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: PH Hospitality Group LLC 5000 Washington Ave. (Tradename) Pizza Hut Sanel Bajramovic, Agent Clifford Wolosek 301 Hamilton Street (Tradename) Cliff's Boathouse Cafe The Sausage Kitchen 1706 Rapids Drive (Tradename) Sausage Kitchen David W. Miller, Agent Cornelio Mora 1950 Racine Street (Tradename) Jaliswco & Michoacan Edward L. Bilotto 235 Main Street (Tradename) DePizza Chef Tacos El Rey, Inc. 2207 Lathrop Avenue (Tradename) Tacos El Rey Sonia Harris, Agent Public Golf Associates, LTD 2801 Twelfth Street (Tradename) Washington Park Golf Course Scott A. Schuit, Agent Beachside Oasis 100 Kewaunee St. (Tradename) Beachside Oasis Gregory Allan, Agent Dragan Sekuloski 605 Sixth Street (Tradename) The Balkan Restaurant Saint John Nepomuk Church 1923 Green Street (Tradename) St. John Nepomuk Church Terry A. Killberg, Agent Smok'd on the Water 3 Fifth Street (Tradename) Smok'd on the WaterReferred  Action details Not available
12-7744 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013: Racine Yacht Club, Inc. 1 Barker Street (Tradename) Racine Yacht Club Joseph R. McGauran, Agent Deutscher Maenner Verein 701 Villa Street (Tradename) Germans Men's Club Robert J. Hill, Agent Somerset Club, Inc. 201 Sixth Street (Tradename) Somerset Club David M. Perkins, Agent Racine Country Club 2801 Northwestern Ave. (Tradename) Racine Country Club Lance Cotton, Agent Fifth Street Yacht Club of Racine, Inc. 761 Marquette St. (Tradename) Fifth Street Yacht Club Jeffrey Raffini, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Club Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7783 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject:The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: Public Golf Associates LTD. 6200 Northwestern Avenue (Tradename) Johnson Park Clubhouse Scott A. Schuit, Agent Venu Works of Racine LLC 5 Fifth Street (Tradename) Festival Hall Richard Edgar, Agent Venu Works of Racine LLC 72 Seventh Street (Tradename) Memorial Hall Richard Edgar, Agent Racine Zoological Society 200 Goold Street (Tradename) Racine Zoo Jay Christie, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Public Facility Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7784 A Application of Peg & Lou's, LLC, Randall Larson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 835 Washington Avenue. (1st District) - Establisment is currently licensed, this is new owner.CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Peg & Lou's, LLC, Randall Larson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 835 Washington Avenue. (1st District) - Establisment is currently licensed, this is new owner. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the Application of Peg & Lou's, LLC, Randall Larson, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 835 Washington Avenue be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7719 A Communication from the Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (Res. 12-3199)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Interim Director, Tom Molbeck, requesting authorization for final payment of Contract 43-11 (K1-045) PRCS Asphalt Improvements. (Res. 12-3199) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the final payment of Contract 43-11 (K1-045) PRCS Asphalt Improvements be approved. Fiscal Note: Final payment of $172,688.24 is available in account 991.700.5020 - 10 Year Paving Plan.Referred  Action details Not available
12-7786 A Communication from the City of Racine Purchasing Agent (Res. 12-3198)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to accept the bid with MJI, Inc., for Official Notice #8 Community Center Custodial & Cleaning Services. (Res. 12-3198) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That the Purchasing Agent accept the bid with MJI, Inc., for Official Notice #8, Community Center Custodial & Cleaning Services. Fiscal Note: Contract cost is $347,040.00 for three years. Funds are available from account 991-700-5020 10 Year Paving Plan.Referred  Action details Not available
12-7774 A Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District, on behalf of Robert Michiels (1632 Michigan Blvd), requesting a 3-way stop at the intersection of High Street and Michigan Blvd.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District, on behalf of Robert Michiels (1632 Michigan Blvd), requesting a 3-way stop at the intersection of High Street and Michigan Blvd. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 06-18-12: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7775 A Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District, requesting a Right Turn Only from Hoffert Drive onto Michigan Blvd, directing traffic to the north.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 4th District, requesting a Right Turn Only from Hoffert Drive onto Michigan Blvd, directing traffic to the north. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 06-18-12: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-17-12: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7749 A Communication from the owner of Nelson's Concessions (Res. 12-3201)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the owner of Nelson's Concessions requesting permission to operate their hot dog/concession business in Island Park, Humble Park, Lincoln Park, Crosswalk Park, and any other recommended parks or locations. (Res. 12-3201) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 6-13-12: To assign Caleb Robinson's (Top Dog Hot Dog) existing contract with his permission to Nelson Concession's until the expiration of this contract. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
12-7583 A Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2011 through May 31, 2012. (Res.11-2582) (Res. 12-3160)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Clerk submitting the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2012 through May 31, 2013. (Res. 12-3160) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-21-12: Permission be granted for the City Clerk to accept the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2012 through May 31, 2013. Fiscal Note: Funds are budgeted in account 101.010.5540; City Council AdvertisingApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7627 A 2004 Bond Issue Refinancing (Res. 12-3155)CommunicationSubject: Approval of Refinancing 2004 Bond Issue (Res. 12-3155) Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission on 4/24/12: To approve. FURTHER RECOMMEND, THE ITEM BE REFERRED TO THE FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-21-12: To approve refinancing the 2004 Water Utility Revenue Bond Issue. Fiscal Note: The Water Utility could save $724,000.00 by refinancing this bond.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7678 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the results of OFficial Notice #6, Bus Passenger Shelters for the City of Racine, Wisconsin. (Res. 12-3159)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the results of Official Notice #6, Bus Passenger Shelters for the City of Racine, Wisconsin. (Res. 12-3159) (ALSO REFERRED TO TRANSIT AND PARKING) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-7-12: Defer the item until the May 21, 2012 Finance & Personnel meeting. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-21-12: That the bid for Official Notice #6 be awarded to Brasco International, Inc. The amount is not to exceed $175,000. Fiscal Note: The amount is not to exceed $175,000. Funds for this purchase are available in account 105.900.5030, Capital Projects - Shelter Grant. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Approve and recommend award of contract to Brasco, Inc. in an amount not-to-exceed $175,000. Fiscal Note: Funds are designated for the purchase in Account 105.900.5030. The purchase is funded by an 80% Federal grant and supported by City Capital Improvements Program funding. Finance Committee to also review May 21Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7687 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, requesting authorization to apply for a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways CommCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, requesting authorization to apply for a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Assistance Grant for repaving of the 5th Street Boat Launch - Grant Control No. 2012-018. (Res. 12-3156) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-21-12: Permission be granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, to apply for a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Assistance Grant for repaving of the 5th Street Boat Launch - Grant Control No. 2012-018. Fiscal Note: The project cost is estimated at $250,000. The grant provides matching funds up to 50% of the project cost with an additional 10% for municipalities that conduct a boating safety and enforcement and education program approved by WisDNR.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7701 A Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to accept additional funding of $19,800 from the Wisconsin DOT for the 2012 Seat Belt Safety Grant, authorized under Resolution No. 11-2797 (Grant Control # 2011-034). (Res. 12-3158)CommunicationSubject:Communication from the Police Chief, requesting to accept additional funding of $19,800 from the Wisconsin DOT for the 2012 Seat Belt Safety Grant, authorized under Resolution No. 11-2797 (Grant Control # 2011-034). (Res. 12-3158) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-21-12: Permission be granted for the Police Chief to accept additional funding of $19,800 from the Wisconsin DOT for the 2012 Seat Belt Safety Grant, authorized under Resolution No. 11-2797 (Grant Control # 2011-034). Fiscal Note: The total grant will be in the amount of $45,000, with a 25% soft match of $11,250.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7705 A Communication from the Finance Director requesting permission for Brad Viegut from Robert W. Baird & Co. to discuss possible bond refunding opportunities and the City's 2012 capital borrowing.(Res. 12-3154)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting permission for Brad Viegut from Robert W. Baird & Co. to discuss possible bond refunding opportunities and the City's 2012 capital borrowing. (Res. 12-3154) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-21-12: The 2012 Capital projects be funded with a Note Anticipation Note and that portions of the 2003 and 2004 general Obligation refunding Bonds and portions of the 2003 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds be refinanced. Fiscal Note: It is anticipated that refinancing of current debt will result in savings of over $600,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7706 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the City of Racine Health Department to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and accept up to $8,410 for services rendered under thCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the City of Racine Health Department to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and accept up to $8,410 for services rendered under the Wisconsin Beach Monitoring Program. There is no City match required. (Grant Control # 2012-019) (Res. 12-3157) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 5-21-12: Permission be granted for the City of Racine Health Department to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and accept up to $8,410 for services rendered under the Wisconsin Beach Monitoring Program. There is no City match required. (Grant Control # 2012-019) Fiscal Note: The City will be paid $8,410 for services rendered. There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7661 A Communication from the residents at 1000, 1014, 1018, 1024, 1026 Three Mile Road requesting that the Three Mile Road construction project be amended to exclude side walk in front of their residences.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th district on behalf of the residents at 1000, 1014, 1018, 1024, 1026 Three Mile Road requesting that the Three Mile Road construction project be amended to exclude sidewalk in front of their residences. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-8-12: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7703 A Carla Senical, 715 Perry Avenue, requesting to remove the sidewalk in front of her home. (Res. 12-3163)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Carla Senical, 715 Perry Avenue, requesting to remove the sidewalk in front of her home. (Res. 12-3163) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That the property owner of 715 Perry Avenue be granted permission to remove the sidewalk abutting their property in accordance with the City’s policy regarding sidewalks and their removal. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property owner.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7707 A Racine Yacht Club, request to use the former Walker property to spread, dewater and temporarily store materials dredged from their slip basin. (Res. 12-3164)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Charlie Manning, Commodore, Racine Yacht Club, requesting permission to use the former Walker property to spread, dewater and temporarily store materials dredged from their slip basin.(Res. 12-3164) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a License to Use Real Estate Agreement with the Racine Yacht Club granting them permission to use the Walker property to spread, dewater and temporarily store materials dredged from their slip basin, with the following stipulations: A. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid; B. A Liability Insurance Certificate be filed; C. Racine Yacht Club provides environmental documentation that the materials are non-hazardous; D. They provide documentation that the project has been approved by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources; and E. All materials be removed from the site by October 31, 2013, with the caveat that the City may order its removal earlier, for any reason, with a 60 daApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7718 A Rescind Resolution No. 12-3088, of May 1, 2012, and to create a new resolution pertaining to street improvements.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting to rescind Resolution No. 12-3088, of May 1, 2012, and to create a new resolution pertaining to street improvements. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That Resolution No. 12-3088, of May 1, 2012, be amended by deleting: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Wood Duck Way - Waterbury Lane to Chicory Road CURB AND GUTTER Wood Duck Way - Waterbury Lane to Chicory Road and, as amended, Resolution No. 12-3088, of May 1, 2012, be adopted. Fiscal Note: Funds will be appropriated in the 2013 C.I.P. for these street improvements, and special assessments will be paid by the abutting property owners for the street improvements.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7722 A Bid results on Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Memorial Hall and Festival Hall. (Res. 12-3165)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Memorial Hall and Festival Hall. (Res. 12-3165) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Memorial Hall and Festival Hall, be awarded to Drax, Inc., Madison, WI, at their bid price of $196,000.00 plus Alternate Bid 1 in the amount of $15,500.00 and Alternate Bid 2 in the amount of $29,500.00, for a total contract amount of $241,000.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 63,500.00 - Account 992.100.5030, CH-Entry Door Replacement $ 85,000.00 - Account 108.992.5020, FH-Replace Door Panic Bars $ 92,500.00 - Account 108.992.5510, MH-East Balcony Doors $ 241,000.00 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7723 A Bid results on Contract 35-12 (K2-040), Roof Replacement - Salt Storage Shed. (Res. 12-3166)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 35-12 (K2-040), Roof Replacement - Salt Storage Shed. (Res. 12-3166) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That Contract 35-12 (K2-040), Roof Replacement-Salt Storage Shed, be awarded to Alois Roofing & Sheet Metal, West Allis, WI, at their bid price of $54,800.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 992.630.5010, Salt Storage Building-Replace Roof.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7724 A Bid results on Contract 36-12 (K2-041), Salt Brine Facility. (Res. 12-3167)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 36-12 (K2-041), Salt Brine Facility. (Res. 12-3167) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That Contract 36-12 (K2-041), Salt Brine Facility (R1), be awarded to Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $214,000.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 991.540.5010, Brine System.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7725 A Bid results on Contract 37-12 (K2-042), Central Heating Plant Tunnel Repair.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 37-12 (K2-042), Central Heating Plant Tunnel Repair. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: As no bids were received, the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7726 A Bid results on Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restoration - City Hall and City Hall Annex. (Res. 12-3168)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restoration - City Hall and City Hall Annex. (Res. 12-3168) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-28-12: That Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restoration-City Hall and City Hall Annex, be awarded to RAZA, LLC, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $115,128.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 68,364.00 - Account 992.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpointing $ 46,764.00 - Account 992.200.5010, Annex Tuckpointing $ 115,128.00 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7727 A Bid results on Contract 38-12 (K2-043), Sewer and Lateral Lining. (Res. 12-3169)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 38-12 (K2-043), Sewer and Lateral Lining. (Res. 12-3169) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That Contract 38-12 (K2-043), Sewer and Lateral Lining, be awarded to Musson Brothers, Inc., Rhinelander, WI, at their bid price of $638,425.95, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 320,086.20 - Account 287.992.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Misc. Loc. $ 18,339.75 - Account 104.992.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $ 300,000.00 - Water & Wastewater Utility $ 638,425.95Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7728 A Bid results on Contract 39-12 (K2-044), Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1). (Res. 12-3183)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 39-12 (K2-044), Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1). (Res. 12-3183) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That Contract 39-12 (K2-044), Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1), be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $375,517.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 287.992.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Misc. Loc.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7754 A Resolution 12-3132, created May 15, 2012, being a final resolution relating to street improvements.CommunicationSubject: Resolution 12-3132, created May 15, 2012, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Freeland Circle - Virginia Street to the Cul-de-sac Indiana Street - Olive Street to the Dead End Echo Lane - Byrd Avenue to Sixteenth Street Alley - Prospect Street to Hamilton Street; Carlisle Avenue to Blake Avenue Alley - Hamilton Street to Albert Street; Carlisle Avenue to Blake Avenue Alley - State Street to West Street; Blake Avenue to North Memorial Drive Alley - Hamilton Street to Albert Street; Summit Avenue to Carlisle Avenue CURB & GUTTER Indiana Street - Olive Street to the Dead End SEWER & WATER LATERALS Indiana Street - Olive Street to the Dead End Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 5-29-12: That Resolution No. 12-3132, created May 15, 2012, be amended to delete: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Freeland Circle - Virginia Street to the Cul-de-sac Echo Lane - Byrd Avenue to Sixteenth Street Alley - State Street to West Street; Blake Avenue to North Memorial Drive and, Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7443 A Communication from Sunshine Supermarket, 1559 Taylor Avenue, Iayad Alabed agent, submitting a petition to exceed the Class A quota limit.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Sunshine Supermarket, 1559 Taylor Avenue, Iayad Alabed agent, submitting a petition to exceed the Class A quota limit. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-21-12: To deny Sunshine Supermarket, 1559 Taylor Avenue, Iayad Alabed agent, request to exceed the Class A quota limit because it does not meet the established critera. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7476 A Ordinance No. 2-12CommunicationSubject: Ordinance No. 2-12 To repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1001, repeal and recreate Sec. 66-1002 and create Sec. 66-1004 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Nuisance properties. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 3-12-12: That the item be deferred until the next meeting. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 3-26-12: That the item be deferred until the next meeting. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-09-12: That the draft Ordinance be submitted to Chief Howell and the item be deferred until the review is complete. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 05-7-12: That the suggested changes be made and the item be deferred until the next meeting. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-21-12: That Ordinance 2-12 be adopted as amended. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-12: That Ordinance 2-12 be adopted as amended. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
12-7644 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013: M. Smit N. Corp. 918 West Boulevard (Tradename) Port of Call Liquors Chandresh Patel, Agent Mitraj, Inc. 3711 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Pantry Foods Radhhesyam Patel, Agent Piggly Wiggly Midwest, LLC 4011 Durand Avenue (Tradename) Piggly Wiggly Supermarket #9 Joseph Ligocki, Agent Timers of Racine, Inc. 3800 Northwestern Avenue (Tradename) Timer's Beverage Center Shawn D. Voss, Agent Dandee Liquor Mart, Inc. 3700 Meachem Road (Tradename) Dandee Liquor Mart Vishnu Patel, Agent Taylor Liquor Inc. 2813 Taylor Avenue (Tradename) Colonial Liquor Ilesh Patel, Agent Vishal Corporation 3015 Rapids Drive (Tradename) VP Express Prabodh Gala, Agent Siddi Vinayak, Inc. 2062 Lathrop Avenue (Tradename) Arbee's Liquor Jagdish Patel, Agent Phesal E. Ckadan 1812 Sixteenth Street (Tradename) Twin's Food Mart Jagdish Patel & Parit Patel 1401 Washington Avenue (Tradename) Liquor DeApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7665 A The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2012-2013: Fides F.Wagner-Richardson 1102 Mound Avenue (Tradename) Blues & R/B Thang D. Pham 3616 Northwestern Avenue (Tradename) River Run Restaurant WHG Real Estate South, LLC 25221 S. Green Bay Road (Tradename) Applebee's Timothy Geniesse, Agent Sam's Riverbank, LLC 3700 Northwestern Avenue (Tradename) Days Inn Riverside San Naimi, Agent M Entertainment 240B Main Street (Tradename) Pink Magnolia Kristina Christensen, Agent (PAID PUBLICATION FEE ONLY) Castle Lanes of Southeastern WI, Inc. 5615 Castle Court (Tradename) Castle Court Phillip G. Ontko, Agent Mario Aranda Sr. 1244 Washington Avenue (Tradename) The Club Dewey's Restaurant and Sports Bar, Inc. 600 Main Street (Tradename) Dewey's Restaurant and Sports Bar Dan R. Dumont, Agent The current license has not been issued for this establishment BALDOLINO, LLC 3408 Douglas Avenue (Tradename) Baldo's Mexican Restaurant CHANGE OF AGENT LApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7675 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: Lee's Deli, Inc. 2615 Washington Avenue (Tradename) Lee's Deli John P. Henes, Agent Speedway LLC 4620 Washington Avenue (Tradename) Speedway Timothy Justus, Agent Sunny, Inc. 1511 W. Sixth Street (Tradename) Neighborhood Pantry Pargat Singh, Agent Christianos, Inc. 2054 Kearney Avenue (Tradename) Christiano's Supermarket CHANGE OF AGENT DIXIT PATEL, NEW AGENT Max Supermarket, LLC 1200 Villa Street (Tradename) Matranga's Shoprite Rajinder Kaur, Agent Max's Magic Supermarket, LLC 1007 Washington Avenue (Tradename) Max Magic Supermarket Sukwinder Singh, Agent Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-21-12: That the above listed application(s) for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License and the Change of Agent for Christianos, Inc. 2054 Kearney Avenue aslo be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7690 A The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013:CommunicationSubject: The following renewal application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2012-2013: CEC Entertainment, Inc. 5612 Durand Avenue (Tradename) Chuck E. Cheese's Paula Zastrow, Agent Racine Raiders Football Club, Inc. 1648 N. Memorial Drive (Tradename) Horlick Concessions CHANGE OF AGENT MATTHEW NELSON, NEW AGENT Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-21-12: That the above listed application(s) for a Class "B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License, and the Change of Agent for the Racine Raiders Football Club, Inc. 1648 N. Memorial Drive also be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7708 A (New) Application of KC & EC Enterprises, LLC, Kristina Christensen, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 240 B Main Street. (1st District) - Establisment is currently licensed, this is new owner.CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of KC & EC Enterprises, LLC, Kristina Christensen, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 240 B Main Street. (1st District) - Establisment is currently licensed, this is new owner. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-21-12: That the Application of KC & EC Enterprises, LLC, Kristina Christensen, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 240 B Main Street be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7709 A Communication from Ayra's Cigars, 2 Christopher Columbus Causeway, Akil Ajment. agent, submitting a petition to exceed the Class A quota limit.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Ayra's Cigars, 2A Christopher Columbus Causeway, Akil Ajment. agent, submitting a petition to exceed the Class A quota limit. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 5-21-12: Subject item on the agenda notwithstanding and the withdrawal of the exception to exceed the "Class A " quota for Ayra's Cigars, 2A Christopher Columbus Causeway be received and filed. Further recommend that a "Class B" license be approved for Ayra's CIgars, Skil Ajent, Agent, for 2A Christopher Columbus Causeway upon a stipulation being reached with the City Attorney's Office to restrict the sales to carry outs during its normal open season of about 5 months, and restrict the business from installing video gaming machines and all inspections required by City Departments. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7574 B Subject: Communication from the Evangelical United Methodist Church (212 11th St.) requesting temporary "No Parking" signs be installed on the north side of 11th Street, between S. Main Street and Wisconsin Avenue on August 5, 2012 between 8:00 AM and 12:CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Evangelical United Methodist Church (212 11th St.) requesting temporary "No Parking" signs be installed on the north side of 11th Street, between S. Main Street and Wisconsin Avenue on August 5, 2012 between 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM. (Res. 12-3170) Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-21-12: The request of Evangelical United Methodist Church (212 11th Street) to use Temporary No Parking signs on the north side of 11th Street between S. Main and Wisconsin Avenue on August 5, 2012 between 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7585 A Communication from the Alderman of the 14th District, requesting to discuss the City of Racine's traffic signal timing procedures.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 14th District, requesting to discuss the City of Racine's traffic signal timing procedures. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-21-12: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7689 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director of the Racine Civic Centre requesting to rent Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot and Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 from 10:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. (Res. 12-3173)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Executive Director of the Racine Civic Centre requesting to rent Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot and Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 from 10:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. (Res. 12-3173) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Approve Fiscal Note: $300 of revenue to the Parking Utility Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7692 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager recommending that the parking meters in Uptown Lot No. 5, in the 1300 block of Washington Avenue, be removed and the area be designated "Two Hour" limited parking and an evaluatiCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager recommending that the parking meters in Uptown Lot No. 5, in the 1300 block of Washington Avenue, be removed and the area be designated "Two Hour" limited parking and an evaluation of improved parking options in the remaining portions of Uptown be undertaken. (Res. 12-3176) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Approve. Fiscal Note: Total revenue for the month of April from the lot was $5.30.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7693 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager giving an update on the parking ramp improvement schedule work beginning June 1, 2012. (Res. 12-3174)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager giving an update on the parking ramp improvement schedule work beginning June 1, 2012. (Res. 12-3174) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Approval of additional items to be paid for by contract let savings. Fiscal Note: Parking Ramp Improvements budget of $650,000 approved in Parking Utility budget, Account 106.992.5760. No taxpayer funds involved.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7694 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager giving an update on parking accommodations for the May 19, 2012 Color Run.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager giving an update on parking accommodations for the May 19, 2012 Color Run. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: $2,300 of revenue for Parking Utility Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7695 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager giving an update on the six-month evaluation of the parking kiosk demonstration project and recommendation to move the kiosk to the Gaslight or Civic Centre Ramp and return the LCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager giving an update on the six-month evaluation of the parking kiosk demonstration project and recommendation to move the kiosk to the Gaslight or Civic Centre Ramp and return the Library lot to metered parking. (Res. 12-3175) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Approve Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7697 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager giving notification of the disposal of non-Federal surplus property (trolleys).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager giving notification of the disposal of non-Federal surplus property (trolleys). Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: $50,200 proceeds to offset City of Racine's share of transit costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7698 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting adoption of a bus shelter placement policy. (Res. 12-3172)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting adoption of a bus shelter placement policy. (Res. 12-3172) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Approve Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7699 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager recommending to approve the 2012 schedule and service alterations to SE WI Commuter Bus service as the result of reduced State of Wisconsin operating assistance. (Res. 12-3171)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager recommending to approve the 2012 schedule and service alterations to SE WI Commuter Bus service as the result of reduced State of Wisconsin operating assistance. (Res. 12-3171) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Approve Fiscal Note: No City of Racine dollars are involved.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7700 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting a provision for a public comment opportunity on SE WI Commuter bus changes at the start of the May 16, 2012 Transit and Parking Commission meeting.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting a provision for a public comment opportunity on SE WI Commuter bus changes at the start of the May 16, 2012 Transit and Parking Commission meeting. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 05-16-12: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7577 A communication from Racine/Kenosha Community Action Agency Racine Urban Garden Network, by 21st Century Preparatory School, requesting a conditional use permit to operate a community garden at 533 Randolph Street (Randolph Park). The use of Randolph ParkCommunicationSubject: Request from Marvin Letven, representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for a conditional use permit to operate a community garden at 533 Randolph Street (Randolph Park). The use of Randolph Park for a community garden was approved by the Parks Board under Resolution 11-2790 of October 18, 2011. (PC-12) (Res. 12-3180) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-12: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7758 A CU 3101 Drexel Avenue (Res. 12-3177)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from Michael's Signs representing St. Lucy's Catholic Church, for a conditional use permit to install an electronic message sign at the property address of 3101 Drexel Avenue. (PC-12) (Res. 12-3177) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-12: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7759 A CU 1120 Center Street (Res. 12-3178)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Marvin Letven, representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for a conditional use approval to allow for a community garden at St. Paul Garden Apartments, 1120 Center Street/821 Carroll Street. (PC-12) (Res. 12-3178) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-12: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7761 A CU 725 High Street (Res. 12-3179)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Marvin Letven, representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for conditional use approval to allow for a community garden at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 725 High Street. (PC-12) (Res. 12-3179) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-12: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7762 A CU 1909 Summit Avenue (Res. 12-3181)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Marvin Letven, representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for conditional use approval to allow for a community garden at Emmaus Lutheran Church, 1909 Summit Avenue. (PC-12) (Res. 12-3181) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-12: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7785 A Alley Vacation Qunicy Avenue to Deane BoulevardCommunicationSubject: (Res. 12-3137) Vacation of the east-west alley bounded by Wright Avenue and Fifteenth Street; Quincy Avenue and Deane Boulevard. Recommedation of the City Plan Commission on 5-30-12: That the proposed alley vacation is consistent with City plans and programs and that the alley be vacated and the resolution be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7715 A (Direct Referral) Request of the Assistant Director of City Development to purchase 1637 Center Street. (Res. 12-3182)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Assistant Director of City Development to purchase 1637 Center Street. (Res. 12-3182) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on May 17, 2012: To authorize the purchase of 1637 Center Street and that the Mayor, City Clerk and the Director of City Development be authorized to execute any necessary documents. Fiscal Note: The purchase price is $10,000 and funding is available.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7752 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reaapointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7731 A 2011 Audit PresentationCommunicationSubject: Presentation of the 2011 Audit from Clifton Larson Allen LLP - Renee Messing Invited to the Meeting Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 5/29/12: To adopt. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06/11/12: Defer the item until the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Committee meeting. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-25-12: Receive, file and forward to the Finance Department for inclusion in the City wide financial statements. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
12-7741 A 2011 Audit PresentationCommunicationSubject: Presentation of the 2011 Audit from Clifton Larson Allen LLP - Renee Messing Invited to the Meeting Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 5/29/12: To adopt. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 06/11/12: Defer the item until the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Committee meeting. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-25-12: Receive, file and forward to the Finance Department for inclusion in the City wide financial statements. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3154 A Bond refundingResolutionBond refunding Resolved, that the 2012 Capital projects be funded with a Note Anticipation Note and that portions of the 2003 and 2004 general Obligation refunding Bonds and portions of the 2003 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds be refinanced. Fiscal Note: It is anticipated that refinancing of current debt will result in savings of over $600,000.Received and FiledPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3155 A 2004 Bond IssueResolution2004 Bond Issue Resolved, to approve refinancing the 2004 Water Utility Revenue Bond Issue. Fiscal Note: The Water Utility could save $724,000.00 by refinancing this bond.Received and FiledPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3156 A 5th Street Boat LaunchResolution5th Street Boat Launch Resolved, that permission is granted for the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Racine Harbor Commission and the Park, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, to apply for a State of Wisconsin DNR Waterways Commission Financial Assistance Grant for repaving of the 5th Street Boat Launch - Grant Control No. 2012-018. Fiscal Note: The project cost is estimated at $250,000. The grant provides matching funds up to 50% of the project cost with an additional 10% for municipalities that conduct a boating safety and enforcement and education program approved by WisDNR.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3157 A Wisconsin Beach Monitoring ProgramResolutionWisconsin Beach Monitoring Program Resolved, that permission is granted for the City of Racine Health Department to enter into an agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and accept up to $8,410 for services rendered under the Wisconsin Beach Monitoring Program. There is no City match required. (Grant Control # 2012-019) Fiscal Note: The City will be paid $8,410 for services rendered. There is no City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3158 A Seat Belt Safety GrantResolutionSeat Belt Safety Grant Resolved that, permission is granted for the Police Chief to accept additional funding of $19,800 from the Wisconsin DOT for the 2012 Seat Belt Safety Grant, authorized under Resolution No. 11-2797 (Grant Control # 2011-034). Fiscal Note: The total grant will be in the amount of $45,000, with a 25% soft match of $11,250.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3159 A Bus Passenger SheltersResolutionBus Passenger Shelters Resolved, that the bid for Official Notice #6 is awarded to Brasco International, Inc. The amount is not to exceed $175,000. Fiscal Note: The amount is not to exceed $175,000. Funds for this purchase are available in account 105.900.5030, Capital Projects - Shelter Grant.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3160 A Common Council ProceedingsResolutionCommon Council Proceedings Resolved, that permission is granted for the City Clerk to accept the bid received for printing the Common Council Proceedings and legal notices for the period of June 1, 2012 through May 31, 2013. Fiscal Note: Funds are budgeted in account 101.010.5540; City Council AdvertisingAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3162 A Gerald's Smokehouse CuisineResolutionGerald's Smokehouse Cuisine Resolved, that Gerald’s Smokehouse Cuisine is granted permission to close Ann Street from Washington Avenue to the end of the south end of the parking lot on Saturday, July 14, 2012, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., in conjunction with the 2nd Year Anniversary Block Party Car and Bike Show, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event; E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way; and F. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event. Fiscal Note: There will be nominal costs to various city departments, on a reAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3163 A 715 Perry AvenueResolution715 Perry Avenue Resolved, that the property owner of 715 Perry Avenue is granted permission to remove the sidewalk abutting their property in accordance with the City’s policy regarding sidewalks and their removal. Fiscal Note: The cost of removing the sidewalk will be borne by the property ownerAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3164 A Racine Yacht ClubResolutionRacine Yacht Club Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk is authorized and directed to enter into a License to Use Real Estate Agreement with the Racine Yacht Club granting them permission to use the Walker property to spread, dewater and temporarily store materials dredged from their slip basin, with the following stipulations: A. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed and a $62.50 processing fee paid; B. A Liability Insurance Certificate be filed; C. Racine Yacht Club provides environmental documentation that the materials are non-hazardous; D. They provide documentation that the project has been approved by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources; and E. All materials be removed from the site by October 31, 2013, with the caveat that the City may order its removal earlier, for any reason, with a 60 day written notice. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3165 A Contract 31-12 (K2-033)ResolutionContract 31-12 (K2-033) Resolved, that Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Memorial Hall and Festival Hall, is awarded to Drax, Inc., Madison, WI, at their bid price of $196,000.00 plus Alternate Bid 1 in the amount of $15,500.00 and Alternate Bid 2 in the amount of $29,500.00, for a total contract amount of $241,000.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 63,500.00 - Account 992.100.5030, CH-Entry Door Replacement $ 85,000.00 - Account 108.992.5020, FH-Replace Door Panic Bars $ 92,500.00 - Account 108.992.5510, MH-East Balcony Doors $ 241,000.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3166 A Contract 35-12 (K2-040)ResolutionContract 35-12 (K2-040) Resolved, that Contract 35-12 (K2-040), Roof Replacement-Salt Storage Shed, is awarded to Alois Roofing & Sheet Metal, West Allis, WI, at their bid price of $54,800.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 992.630.5010, Salt Storage Building-Replace Roof.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3167 A Contract 36-12 (K2-041)ResolutionContract 36-12 (K2-041) Resolved, that Contract 36-12 (K2-041), Salt Brine Facility (R1), is awarded to Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $214,000.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 991.540.5010, Brine System.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3168 A Contract 43-12 (K2-052)ResolutionContract 43-12 (K2-052) Resolved, that Contract 43-12 (K2-052), Masonry Restoration-City Hall and City Hall Annex, is awarded to RAZA, LLC, Racine, WI, at their bid price of $115,128.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 68,364.00 - Account 992.100.5020, City Hall Tuckpointing $ 46,764.00 - Account 992.200.5010, Annex Tuckpointing $115,128.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3169 A Contract 38-12 (K2-043)ResolutionContract 38-12 (K2-043) Resolved, that Contract 38-12 (K2-043), Sewer and Lateral Lining, is awarded to Musson Brothers, Inc., Rhinelander, WI, at their bid price of $638,425.95, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 320,086.20 - Account 287.992.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Misc. Loc. $ 18,339.75 - Account 104.992.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. $ 300,000.00 - Water & Wastewater Utility $ 638.425.95AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3170 A Evangelical United Methodist ChurchResolutionEvangelical United Methodist Church Resolved, that the request of Evangelical United Methodist Church (212 11th Street) to use Temporary No Parking signs on the north side of 11th Street between S. Main and Wisconsin Avenue on August 5, 2012 between 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM is granted. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3171 A SE WI Commuter BusResolutionSE WI Commuter Bus Resolved, that the 2012 schedule and service alterations to SE WI Commuter Bus service as the result of reduced State of Wisconsin operating assistance, is approved. Fiscal Note: No City of Racine dollars are involved.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3172 A Bus shelter placement policyResolutionBus shelter placement policy Resolved, that the adoption of a bus shelter placement policy, is approved Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3173 A Racine Civic CentreResolutionRacine Civic Centre Resolved, that the Racine Civic Centre requesting to rent Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot and Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 from 10:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M., is approved. Fiscal Note: $300 of revenue to the Parking Utility Fund.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3174 A Update on the parking ramp improvement schedule work beginning June 1, 2012.ResolutionUpdate on the parking ramp improvement schedule work beginning June 1, 2012. Resolved, that Approval of additional items to be paid for by contract let savings. Fiscal Note: Parking Ramp Improvements budget of $650,000 approved in Parking Utility budget, Account 106.992.5760. No taxpayer funds involved.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3175 A Parking kioskResolutionParking kiosk Resolved, that the Transit and Parking System Manager giving an update on the six-month evaluation of the parking kiosk demonstration project and recommendation to move the kiosk to the Gaslight or Civic Centre Ramp and return the Library lot to metered parking, is approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3176 A Parking meters in UptownResolutionParking meters in Uptown Resolved, that the parking meters in Uptown Lot No. 5, in the 1300 block of Washington Avenue, be removed and the area be designated "Two Hour" limited parking and an evaluation of improved parking options in the remaining portions of Uptown be undertaken, is approved. Fiscal Note: Total revenue for the month of April from the lot was $5.30.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3182 A 1637 Center StreetResolution1637 Center Street. Resolved, to authorize the purchase of 1637 Center Street and that the Mayor, City Clerk and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any necessary documents. Fiscal Note: The purchase price is $10,000 and funding is available.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3177 A 3101 Drexel AvenueResolution3101 Drexel Avenue Resolved, that the request from Michael’s signs representing St. Lucy’s Catholic Church for a conditional use permit to install an electronic message sign at the property address of 3101 Drexel Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2012, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That the sign rendering dated April 19, 2012, and approved by the Plan Commission, shall be the exact rendering of the sign that is installed. c. That the sign shall be set back a minimum of 5’ from the north property line, and a minimum of 24’ from the east property line. d. That no additional electronic signage of any type shall be permitted on this site. e. That the signage be subject to conditions as laid out in Article X, Sign Regulations, of Chapter 114 of the City of Racine Zoning Code, with the exception of allowing amber colored lighting. f. That the sign does not conflict with any traffic signals. g. That a landscaping plan be submitted for the review and approval of the AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3178 A 1120 Center Stree/821 Caroll StreetResolution1120 Center Stree/821 Caroll Street Resolved, that the request by Marvin Letven representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for a conditional use permit to operate a community garden at St. Paul Garden Apartments, 1120 Center Street/821 Carroll Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2012, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That the garden and its operations shall be the responsibility of the RUGN, St. Paul Garden Apartments, St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, the individual plot growers, and subject to the rules and regulations established in this conditional use approval and by RUGN. c. That no more than 15 garden plots shall be allowed. d. That no outdoor storage of supplies, materials, or equipment shall be allowed. e. That all trash and debris shall be removed from the site on a daily basis. f. That no minors shall be on-site without adult supervision as noted above, and shall not be on-site before dawn or after dusk on any occasion. g. That access to AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3179 A 725 High StreetResolution725 High Street Resolved, that the request from Marvin Letven representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for a conditional use permit to operate a Community Garden at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 725 High Street is approved subject to the following conditions: A. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2012, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That the garden and its operations shall be the responsibility of the RUGN, Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, the individual plot growers, and subject to the rules and regulations established in this conditional use approval and by RUGN. c. That no more than 20 garden plots shall be allowed. d. That no outdoor storage of supplies, materials, or equipment shall be allowed. e. That all trash and debris shall be removed from the site on a daily basis. f. That no minors shall be on-site without adult supervision as noted above, and shall not be on-site before dawn or after dusk on any occasion. g. That access to the site shall be via public ways, or established areas within the site AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3181 A 1909 Summit AvenueResolution1909 Summit Avenue Resolved, that the request by Marvin Letven representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for a conditional use permit to operate a Community Garden at Emmaus Lutheran Church, 1909 Summit Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2012, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That the garden and its operations shall be the responsibility of the RUGN, Emmaus Lutheran Church, the individual plot growers, and subject to the rules and regulations established in this conditional use approval and RUGN. c. That no outdoor storage of supplies, materials, or equipment shall be allowed. d. That all trash and debris shall be removed from the site on a daily basis. e. That no minors shall be on-site without adult supervision as noted above, and shall not be on-site before dawn or after dusk on any occasion. f. That access to the site shall be via public ways, or established areas within the site only. No trespassing through other properties shall be permitted at anyAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3180 A 533 Randolph StreetResolution533 Randolph Street Resolved, that the request by Marvin Letven representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for a conditional use permit to operate a Community Garden at 533 Randolph street (Randolph Park) is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on May 30, 2012, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That the garden and its operations shall be the responsibility of the RUGN, 21st Century Prep School, the individual plot growers, and subject to the rules and regulations established in this conditional use approval and by RUGN. c. That should the use of the garden be requested for subsequent years, all required insurance shall be provided to meet City standards by the applicant. d. That no more than 6 garden plots shall be allowed. e. That no outdoor storage of supplies, materials, or equipment shall be allowed. f. That all trash and debris shall be removed from the site on a daily basis. g. That no minors shall be on-site without adult supervision as noted above, and shall not be onAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3183 A Contract 39-12 (K2-044)ResolutionContract 39-12 (K2-044) Resolved, that Contract 39-12 (K2-044), Sanitary Sewer Relay (R1), is awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., Racine, WI, at their bid price of $375,517.00, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Account 287.992.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Misc. Loc.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.12-3161 A FINAL RESOLUTION - STREET PAVINGResolutionFINAL RESOLUTION - STREET PAVING Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits & Damages WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 29th day of May, 2012 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 North Wisconsin Street - Carlton Drive to the Cul-de-sac - North English Street - North Main Street to Chatham Street English Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard Alley - Charles St to Geneva St; Walton Ave to Layard Ave (E-W) Alley - Charles St to Geneva St; Layard Ave to Romayne Ave (N-S) Alley - Goold St to Walton Ave; Green St to St. Clair St CURB & GUTTER North Wisconsin Street - Carlton Drive to the Cul-de-sac - North SEWER & WATER LATERALS English Street - North Main Street to Chatham Street English Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard NOW, THEREFORE, Referred  Action details Not available
Ord.6-12 A Ordinance 06-12OrdinanceOrdinance 06-12 To amend Sec. 50-125 - Fireworks Permit Requirements - of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: Section 50-125(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine is hereby amended by adding the following to the last sentence: “which must be filed with the City Clerk’s office at least 30 days prior to said sales or distribution”. 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