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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 4/8/2015 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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Ord.03-15 A Ordinance 03-15 - Amend Chapter 114OrdinanceOrdinance 03-15 - Amend Chapter 114 An ordinance to amend Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin as it relates to the massage establishments, dance studios and dance schools. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: Part 1: Repeal Sec. 114-447 (b) (25) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin and recreate it as follows: “Massage establishments, as defined in Section 22-766, above the building’s street level, or at the building’s street level but no closer than 20 feet to the store front with therapy stations being screened from view.” Part 2: Repeal Sec. 114-447 (b) (42) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin and recreate it as follows: “Dance studios or dance schools above the building’s street level, or at the building’s street level but no closer than 20 feet to the store front with instruction and performance areas being screened from view.” Part 3: Repeal the word “dance” from Sec. 114-448 (16) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. Part 4: Repeal His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed  Action details Not available
15-00226 A Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the Pedestrian Safety Grant (Grant Control #00026) (Res. No. 15-0151)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the Pedestrian Safety Grant (Grant Control #00026). (Res. No. 15-0151) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the Chief of Police to apply and accept funding for the Pedestrian Safety Grant (Grant control #00026). Fiscal Note: Grant amount is $4,000.00. There is a City (soft) match required of $1,000.00.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00277 B Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Racine police officers M. Keland and all other officers in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v.ClaimSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Racine police officers M. Keland in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v. City of Racine, et al. (Res. No. 15-0161) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the City Attorney to represent Racine police officers M. Keland and all other officers in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v. City of Racine, et al. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00284 A Communication from the MIS Director requesting permission to purchase updated Outdoor Wireless equipment from Cisco Systems, Inc. at a cost of $44,893.92 (Account Number 70113.57355). (Res. No. 15-0154)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the MIS Director requesting permission to purchase updated Outdoor Wireless equipment from Cisco Systems, Inc. at a cost of $44,893.92 (Account Number 70113.57355). (Res. No. 15-0154) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: Permission be granted to the MIS Director to purchase updated Outdoor Wireless Equipment from Cisco Systems. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the City's 2015 capital budget under account 70113.57355.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00298 A claim of Clara GraysClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Clara Grays for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: The claim of Clara Grays be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00311 A Permission to apply for a W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship grant (Res. No. 15-0156)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Director of City Development seeking permission to apply for a W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant for the Machinery Row riverfront promenade (Control #00035). (Res. No. 15-0156) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the Assistant Director of City Development to apply for a W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant for the Machinery Row riverfront promenade (Control #00035). Fiscal Note: Realistic endeavor of $500,000 with 50% match referred. Match from TID.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00285 A Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res No. 15-0244)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the President of Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res No. 15-0244) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-14-15: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain City streets on Saturday, July 4, 2015, from 7:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M., to hold the 2015 Independence Day Parade. Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close the following streets: Main Street from Shoreland Avenue to 14th Street; 14th Street from the lake to Racine Street; Michigan Boulevard from Goold Street to St. Patrick Street; Ruby Avenue from South Street to Shoreland Avenue; Walton Avenue, Romayne Avenue, Augusta Street, Wolff Street, William Street, Isabelle Avenue and Melvin Avenue from Main Street to Geneva Street; on Saturday, July 4, 2015, to provide for a Municipal Band ConcReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00294 A Communication from The Prairie School requesting the installation of athletic recognition signs on the City's main entryways. (Res. No. 15-0165)CommunicationSubject: Communication from The Prairie School requesting the installation of athletic recognition signs on the City's main entryways. (Res. No. 15-0165) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-14-15: Recommends the request by The Prairie School to provide panels for athletic recognition, subject to design review and approval by the Traffic Engineer, to be installed on the entry signs located on Highway 20, Highway 32 and on Highway 38 be approved. Fiscal Note: The Prairie School is solely responsible for all costs associated with fabrication and installation of these signs, including staff time and expenses incurred in replacing/updating the City-owned entry signs.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00239 A New application of Greentree Massage LLC.for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 204, 2015-2016. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: New application of Greentree Massage LLC.for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 204, 2015-2016. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on April 14, 2015: That the new application of Greentree Massage LLC. for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 204, 2015-2016 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00240 A New application of Rustic Roots Massage LLC.for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 203, 2015-2016. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: New application of Rustic Roots Massage LLC.for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 203, 2015-2016. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on April 14, 2015: That the new application of Rustic Roots Massage LLC. for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 203, 2015-2016 be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00287 A Communication from RPD, on behalf of Fratt Elementary School, requesting signage changes at 3501 Kinzie Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from RPD, on behalf of Fratt Elementary School, requesting signage changes at 3501 Kinzie Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-20-15: Recommends that "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on any school day except for school buses" restrictions on the 900 block of Cleveland Avenue, east side; be changed to "No Parking, Loading Zone from 7:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on any school day". Further recommends that "No Parking, Loading Zone from 7:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on any school day" restrictions on the 900 block of Arthur Avenue, west side; be changed to "No stopping, standing or parking from 7:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on any school day except for school buses". Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00297 A Communication from the aldermen of the 7th and 11th districts requesting to approve a resolution opposing the elimination of the Personal Property Tax. (Res. No. 15-0174)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the aldermen of the 7th and 11th districts requesting to approve a resolution opposing the elimination of the Personal Property Tax. (Res. No. 15-0174) Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-15-2015: Approve the Resolution. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10613 A Change Order No. 2 to Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Memorial Hall and Festival Hall, Drax, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0138)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Change Order No. 2 to Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Festival Hall and Memorial Hall, Drax, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0138) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Festival Hall and Memorial Hall, Drax, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($8,000). Further recommends that the funding Org-Object be adjusted by the following amount: ($8,000.00) - 108.992.5510 (Org-Object 60686-57200, Memorial Hall East Balcony Doors) ($8,000.00) - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10614 A Final payment on Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Memorial Hall and Festival Hall, Drax, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0139)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Festival Hall and Memorial Hall, Drax, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0139) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That the work done by Drax, Inc., under Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Festival Hall and Memorial Hall, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $145,266.25. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3165, dated June 4, 2012.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00245 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0142)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0142) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($46,881.22). Further recommends that the funding Org-Objects be adjusted by the following amounts: ($ 2,126.22) - 994.908.5220 (Org-Object 45040-57500, Asphalt Resurfacing) ($ 6,275.00) - 104.994.5420 (Org-Object 60484-54400, Storm Sewer Misc Loc) ($38,480.00) - 287.994.5310 (Org-Object 22640-54400, Sanitary Sewer Var Loc) ($46,881.22) - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00246 A Final payment on Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0143)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0143) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That the work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc., under Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $898,947.28. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-0179, dated May 6, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00247 A Bukacek Construction requesting to discuss their opposition to the proposed plan to rebuild the 2400 block of Summit Avenue. (Res No. 15-0131)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Bukacek Construction requesting to discuss their opposition to the proposed plan to rebuild the 2400 block of Summit Avenue. (Res No. 15-0131) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Resolution 14-0229, of May 20, 2014, be amended by deleting: Sidewalk Summit Avenue - Layard Avenue to the Dead End and, as amended, Resolution 14-0229, of May 20, 2014, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AAmendedFail Action details Video Video
15-00247 A Bukacek Construction requesting to discuss their opposition to the proposed plan to rebuild the 2400 block of Summit Avenue. (Res No. 15-0131)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Bukacek Construction requesting to discuss their opposition to the proposed plan to rebuild the 2400 block of Summit Avenue. (Res No. 15-0131) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Resolution 14-0229, of May 20, 2014, be amended by deleting: Sidewalk Summit Avenue - Layard Avenue to the Dead End and, as amended, Resolution 14-0229, of May 20, 2014, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
15-00249 A Rotary Club of Downtown Racine requesting street closures, the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot, the Civic Centre Parking Ramp and the use of the Bathhouse for Post Prom 2015 - May 16, 2015. (Res No. 15-0130)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Rotary Club of Downtown Racine requesting street closures, the use of Lakefront Lot No. 4/Festival Hall Lot, the Civic Centre Parking Ramp and the use of the Bathhouse for Post Prom 2015 - May 16, 2015. (Res No. 15-0130) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That the request of the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Rotary Club of Downtown Racine, to close: Fifth Street from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive Festival Park Drive from Fifth Street to Sixth Street Sixth Street from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive Pershing Park Drive from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street from 7:00 P.M., Saturday, May 16, 2015 to 4:30 A.M. Sunday, May 17, 2015, for the Rotary Post Prom, be approved. Further resolved, that permission be granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00264 A Final payment on Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall Tuckpointing, Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 15-0140)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall Tuckpointing, Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 15-0140) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That the work done by Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC., under Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall Tuckpointing, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $85,000. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0299, dated July 15, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00265 A Bid results on Contract 14-15 (K5-014), Gym Floor Replacement-Chavez Community Center. (Res No. 15-0133)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 14-15 (K5-014), Gym Floor Replacement-Chavez Community Center.(Res No. 15-0133) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Contract 14-15 (K5-014), Gym Floor Replacement - Chavez Community Center, be awarded to Baseman Bros, Inc, at their bid price of $69,421.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45050-57200, Chavez Gym Floor Replacement. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00266 A Bid results on Contract 01-15 (K5-001), 2015 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I (R1). (Res No. 15-0132)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 01-15 (K5-001), 2015 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase I (R1). (Res No. 15-0132) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Contract 01-15 (K5-001), 2015 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase l (R1), be awarded to RAZA of Racine, LLC., at their bid price of $492,697.80, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $272,697.80 - Org-Object 40104-57515, Assessable Sidewalk $ 70,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57510, DPW-Curb & Gutter $ 80,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW-Sidewalks $ 70,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving $492,697.80 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00267 A Bid results on Contract 16-15 (K5-016), Samuel Myers Park Renovations. (Res No. 15-0134)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 16-15 (K5-016), Samuel Myers Park Renovations. (Res No. 15-0134) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Contract 16-15 (K5-016), Samuel Myers Park Renovations, be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., at their bid price of $102,881.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 20,200.00 - Org-Object 20302-52200-20001, GLRl 2012-13 $ 10,000.00 - Org-Object 20202-52200, RP-WIN 2014 $ 72,681.00 - Org-Object 20201-52200, FLM 2014 $102,881.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00268 A Proposal for Contract 32-15 (K5-032), PS - Civil Design & Surveying Proposal - BUS Garage, Nielsen, Madsen & Barber, S.C. (Res No. 15-0136)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for Contract 32-15 (K5-032), PS - Civil Design & Surveying Proposal - BUS Garage, Nielsen, Madsen & Barber, S.C., consultant. (Res No. 15-0136) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Nielsen, Madsen & Barber, S.C., on Contract 32-15 (K5-032), PS - Civil Design & Survey Proposal - BUS Garage, in the not-to-exceed amount of $12,960. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 60282011-57110, BUS Land Improvements. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00272 A Amendment No. 1 to State Project ID: 2440-09-00, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard. (Res No. 15-0141)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Amendment No. 1 to the Three-Party Design Engineering Services Contract between the City of Racine, State of Wisconsin and Strand Associates, Inc. for State Project ID: 2440-09-00, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard. (Res No. 15-0141) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Amendment No. 1 to the Three-Party Design Engineering Services Contract between the City of Racine, State of Wisconsin and Strand Associates, Inc. for State Project ID: 2440-09-00, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard, as submitted, be approved. Fiscal Note: This is a no-cost amendment.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00274 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 26-14 (K4-026), Sanitary Sewer & Lateral Lining, Musson Bros., Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0144)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 26-14 (K4-026), Sanitary Sewer & Lateral Lining, Musson Bros., Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0144) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 26-14 (K4-026), Sanitary Sewer & Lateral Lining, Musson Bros., Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($366,500.40). Further recommends that the funding Org-Objects be adjusted by the following amount: ($ 7,251.00) - 930.093.5850 (Org-Object 40102-57560, Racine Wastewater Lining) ($161,730.70) - 994.908.5020 (Org-Object 45040-57500, Concrete Paving Repl.) ($197,518.70) - 287.900.5320 (Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer Rehab) ($366,500.40) - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00275 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 26-14 (K4-026), Sanitary Sewer & Lateral Lining, Musson Bros., Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0145)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 26-14 (K4-026), Sanitary Sewer & Lateral Lining, Musson Bros., Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0145) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That the work done by Musson Bros., Inc., under Contract 26-14 (K4-026), Sanitary Sewer & Lateral Lining, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $550,723.30. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0258, dated June 17, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00276 A Preliminary resolution for sewer lateral and sanitary sewer for Fifteenth Street - Wisconsin Avenue to College Avenue. (Res No. 15-0147)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting a preliminary resolution for sewer lateral and sanitary sewer for Fifteenth Street - Wisconsin Avenue to College Avenue. (Res No. 15-0147) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: A preliminary resolution be introduced for sewer lateral and sanitary sewer at the following locations: Sewer Lateral Fifteenth Street - Wisconsin Avenue to College Avenue Sanitary Sewer Fifteenth Street - Wisconsin Avenue to College Avenue Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00278 A Bid results on Contract 03-15 (K5-003), 2015 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1). (Res No. 15-0135)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 03-15 (K5-003), 2015 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1). (Res No. 15-0135) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Contract 03-15 (K5-003), 2015 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), be awarded to Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., at their bid price of $1,814,436.91, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $1,199,581.81 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving $ 256,655.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers $ 234,825.00 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers $ 2,982.20 - Org-Object 45040-57530, DPW-Traffic Control $ 27,516.90 - Org-Object 45040-57520, DPW-Street Lighting $ 92,876.00 - Org-Object 40102-57560, Water/Wastewater-Sanitary Sewers $1,814,436.91 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00280 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab - Drainage Improvements, Native Construction, contractor. (Res No. 15-0146)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab - Drainage Improvements, Native Construction & Landscaping, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 15-0146) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab-Drainage Improvements, Native Construction & Landscaping, LLC., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the mount of $17,700. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated Org-Object 45050-57110, Parks-Land Improvements. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00281 A Proposal for Contract 33-15 (K5-033), PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, R.A. Smith National, consultant. (Res No. 15-0137)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for Contract 33-15 (K5-033), PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, R.A. Smith National, consultant. (Res No. 15-0137) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with R.A. Smith National, on Contract 33-15 (K5-033), PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, in the not-to-exceed amount of $43,400. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 60383-52100, Parking System-Professional Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10625 A Remove the east/west stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Mead Street.CommunicationSubject: 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.DeferredPass Action details Video Video
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.CommunicationSubject: 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/ADeferredPass Action details Video Video
15-00112 A Communication from Christopher Olley, St. Catherine's High School, requesting parking restriction changes at 1200 Park Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Christopher Olley, St. Catherine's High School, requesting parking restriction changes at 1200 Park Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the request to remove two-hour parking from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., except on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays in the 1200 block of Park Avenue 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.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00125 A 4-way stop at the intersection of 10th Street and Center Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District, on behalf of the Walden lll School students, requesting a 4-way stop at the intersection of 10th Street and Center Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/ADeferredPass Action details Video Video
15-00201 A No parking restrictions on 8th Street, south side, from Washington Avenue to Marquette Street.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Bill Folstrom requesting No Parking restrictions on 8th Street, south side, from Washington Avenue to Marquette Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the request for No Parking At Anytime on the south side of 8th Street between Washington Avenue and Marquette Street be approved. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $100.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $40.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00237 A Communication from Robert Mozol wishing to discuss a right-turn lane at the intersection of Douglas Avenue and Goold Street for westbound traffic.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Robert Mozol wishing to discuss a right-turn lane at the intersection of Douglas Avenue and Goold Street for westbound traffic. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
15-00273 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 CoCommunicationSubject: 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. DeKoven Avenue, from west line of Wisconsin Avenue to east line of Taylor Avenue except at Mead Street. By Including: 1. DeKoven 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 DeKoven Avenue. C. Recommends that Section 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking at any time" be amended: By Including: 1. Eighth Street, south side, from Washington Avenue to Marquette Street. D. RecommeDeferredPass Action details Video Video
15-00296 A ORD.03-15 Chpt. 114 AmendmentCommunicationSubject: (Ord.03-15) An ordinance to amend Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code as it relates to massage establishments, dance studios, and dance schools. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-25-15: That the ordinance be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00260 A 61 Riverside (Res No. 15-0149)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Mr. Fernando Cervantes Ramos and Ms. Karla V. Ruiz Mata to purchase 61 Riverside, a HOME property. (Res No. 15-0149) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on March 19, 2015: To approve the request of the Director of City Devleopment to accept the offer of Mr. Fernando Cervantes Ramos and Ms. Karla V. Ruiz Mata to purchase 61 Riverside, with contingencies as listed on attachment in Legistar. Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the HOME program. The City will receive $83,500 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00261 A 1213 Franklin (Res No. 15-0150)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Ms. Belinda E. Lawrence to purchase 1213 Franklin, an NSP property. (Res No. 15-0150) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on March 16, 2015: To approve the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Ms. Belinda E. Lawrence to purchase 1213 Franklin, with contingencies as listed on attachment in Legistar. Fiscal Note: This is a rehabilitated home under the NSP-1 program. the City will receive $39,900 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00302 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0130 A Post Prom 2015ResolutionPost Prom 2015 Resolved, that the request of the Rotary Post Prom Committee of the Rotary Club of Downtown Racine, to close: Fifth Street from Lake Avenue to Festival Park Drive Festival Park Drive from Fifth Street to Sixth Street Sixth Street from Festival Park Drive to Pershing Park Drive Pershing Park Drive from Sixth Street to Eleventh Street Eleventh Street from Pershing Park Drive to Main Street from 7:00 P.M., Saturday, May 16, 2015 to 4:30 A.M. Sunday, May 17, 2015, for the Rotary Post Prom, is approved. 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 the event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $450.00 special event fee. F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all tempAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0132 A Contract 01-15 (K5-001)ResolutionContract 01-15 (K5-001) Resolved, that Contract 01-15 (K5-001), 2015 Sidewalk Replacement, Phase l (R1), is awarded to RAZA of Racine, LLC., at their bid price of $492,697.80, it being the lowest responsible bidder. $272,697.80 - Org-Object 40104-57515, Assessable Sidewalk $ 70,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57510, DPW-Curb & Gutter $ 80,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW-Sidewalks $ 70,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving $492,697.80 - Total Fiscal Note: funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-ObjectsAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0133 A Contract 14-15 (K5-014)ResolutionContract 14-15 (K5-014) Resolved, that Contract 14-15 (K5-014), Gym Floor Replacement - Chavez Community Center, is awarded to Baseman Bros, Inc, at their bid price of $69,421.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45050-57200, Chavez Gym Floor Replacement.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0134 A Contract 16-15 (K5-016)ResolutionContract 16-15 (K5-016) Resolved, that Contract 16-15 (K5-016), Samuel Myers Park Renovations, is awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., at their bid price of $102,881.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder $ 20,200.00 - Org-Object 20302-52200-20001, GLRl 2012-13 $ 10,000.00 - Org-Object 20202-52200, RP-WIN 2014 $ 72,681.00 - Org-Object 20201-52200, FLM 2014 $102,881.00 - Total Fiscal Note: funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0135 A Contract 03-15 (K5-003)ResolutionContract 03-15 (K5-003) Resolved, that Contract 03-15 (K5-003), 2015 Concrete Street Reconstruction (R1), is awarded to Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., at their bid price of $1,814,436.91, it being the lowest responsible bidder. $1,199,581.81 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving $ 256,655.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers $ 234,825.00 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers $ 2,982.20 - Org-Object 45040-57530, DPW-Traffic Control $ 27,516.90 - Org-Object 45040-57520, DPW-Street Lighting $ 92,876.00 - Org-Object 40102-57560, Water/Wastewater-Sanitary Sewers $1,814,436.91 - Total Fiscal Note: funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects:AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0136 A Contract 32-15 (K5-032)ResolutionContract 32-15 (K5-032) Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Nielsen, Madsen & Barber, S.C., on Contract 32-15 (K5-032), PS - Civil Design & Survey Proposal - BUS Garage, in the not-to-exceed amount of $12,960. Fiscal Note: that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 60282011-57110, BUS Land Improvements.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0137 A Contract 33-15 (K5-033)ResolutionContract 33-15 (K5-033) Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with R.A. Smith National, on Contract 33-15 (K5-033), PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, in the not-to-exceed amount of $43,400. Fiscal Note: funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 60383-52100, Parking System-Professional Services.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0138 A Contract 31-12 (K2-033)ResolutionChange Order No. 2 to Contract 31-12 (K2-033) Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Festival Hall and Memorial Hall, Drax, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($8,000). ($8,000.00) - 108.992.5510 (Org-Object 60686-57200, Memorial Hall East Balcony Doors) ($8,000.00) - Total Fiscal Note: funding Org-Object be adjusted by the following amount.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0139 A Contract 31-12 (K2-033)ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 31-12 (K2-033) Resolved, that the work done by Drax, Inc., under Contract 31-12 (K2-033), Door Replacement at City Hall, Festival Hall and Memorial Hall, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $145,266.25. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-3165, dated June 4, 2012.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0140 A Contract 32-14 (K4-032)ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 32-14 (K4-032) Resolved, that the work done by Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC., under Contract 32-14 (K4-032), Memorial Hall tuckpointing, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $85,000. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0299, dated July 15, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0141 A Three-Party Design Engineering Services ContractResolutionAmendment No. 1 to the Three-Party Design Engineering Services Contract Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to the Three-Party Design Engineering Services Contract between the City of Racine, State of Wisconsin and Strand Associates, Inc. for State Project ID: 2440-09-00, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard, as submitted, is approved. Fiscal Note: This is a no-cost amendment.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0142 A Contract 12-14 (K4-012)ResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 12-14 (K4-012) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($46,881.22). ($ 2,126.22) - 994.908.5220 (Org-Object 45040-57500, Asphalt Resurfacing) ($ 6,275.00) - 104.994.5420 (Org-Object 60484-54400, Storm Sewer Misc Loc) ($38,480.00) - 287.994.5310 (Org-Object 22640-54400, Sanitary Sewer Var Loc) ($46,881.22) - Total Fiscal Note: funding Org-Objects be adjusted by the following amounts.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0143 A Contract 12-14 (K4-012)ResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 12-14 (K4-012) Resolved, that the work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc., under Contract 12-14 (K4-012), 2014 City Resurfacing (R1), is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $898,947.28. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 12-0179, dated May 6, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0144 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 26-14 (K4-026)ResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 26-14 (K4-026) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 26-14 (K4-026), Sanitary Sewer & Lateral Lining, Musson Bros., Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($366,500.40). ($ 7,251.00) - 930.093.5850 (Org-Object 40102-57560, Racine Wastewater Lining) ($161,730.70) - 994.908.5020 (Org-Object 45040-57500, Concrete Paving Repl.) ($197,518.70) - 287.900.5320 (Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer Rehab) ($366,500.40) - Total Fiscal Note: funding Org-Objects be adjusted by the following amount.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0145 A Final payment on Contract 26-14 (K4-026)ResolutionFinal payment on Contract 26-14 (K4-026) Resolved, that the work done by Musson Bros., Inc., under Contract 26-14 (K4-026), Sanitary Sewer & Lateral Lining, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $550,723.30. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0258, dated June 17, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0146 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 50-14 (K4-050)ResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 50-14 (K4-050) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 50-14 (K4-050), Graceland Cemetery Pond Rehab-Drainage Improvements, Native Construction & Landscaping, LLC., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the mount of $17,700. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated Org-Object 45050-57110, Parks-Land Improvements.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0147 A Preliminary Resolution for PavingResolutionPreliminary Resolution for Paving RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin: 1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s): All property fronting upon both sides: SEWER LATERAL Fifteenth Street - Wisconsin Avenue to College Avenue SANITARY SEWER Fifteenth Street - Wisconsin Avenue to College Avenue 2. Said public improvement shall consist of PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING. 3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements. 4. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten (10) annual installments. 5. The Commissioner of Public Works is directed to prepare a report consisting of: a. PreliminaAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0149 A Purchase of 61 Riverside DriveResolutionPurchase of 61 Riverside Drive Resolved, that the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Mr. Fernando Cervantes Ramos and Ms. Karla V. Ruiz Mata to purchase 61 Riverside, is approved with contingencies as listed on attachment. 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 HOME program. The City will receive $83,500 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0150 A Purchase of 1213 Franklin StreetResolutionPurchase of 1213 Franklin Street Resolved, that the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Ms. Belinda E. Lawrence to purchase 1213 Franklin, is approved with contingencies as listed on attachment. 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 rehabilitated home under the NSP-1 program. The City will receive $39,900 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0131 A Amend Resolution 14-0229ResolutionAmend Resolution 14-0229 Resolved, that Resolution 14-0229, of May 20, 2014, be amended by deleting: Sidewalk Summit Avenue - Layard Avenue to the Dead End and, as amended, Resolution 14-0229, of May 20, 2014, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
Res.15-0148 A Final ResolutionResolutionFinal Resolution 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 31st day of March, 2015 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 Rosalind Avenue - Spruce Street to Knoll Place NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows: 1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved. 2. That the Commissioner of Public Works is directed to advertise for bids and to carry out the work of such improvement in accordance with the report of the Commissioner of Public Works. 3. That payment for said improvements be made by assessing the cost to the property benefited as indicateReferredPass Action details Video Video
15-00238 A REPORT OF THE SPRING ELECTION HELD ON 4-7-2015CommunicationSubject: REPORT OF THE SPRING ELECTION HELD ON 4-7-2015 STATE OF WISCONSIN) ) SS COUNTY OF RACINE ) Resolved, that John T. Dickert be and he is hereby declared elected to the office of Mayor of the City of Racine for the ensuing term of four years. Resolved, that the following named persons be and they are hereby declared elected to the office of Alderperson for the City of Racine for the ensuing term of two years. JEFF COE FIRST DISTRICT MICHAEL D. SHIELDS THIRD DISTRICT STEVE SMETANA FIFTH DISTRICT ERIC MOHR SEVENTH DISTRICT TERRY MCCARTHY NINTH DISTRICT MARY LAND ELEVENTH DISTRICT JIM MORGENROTH THIRTEENTH DISTRICT MELISSA LEMKE FIFTEENTH DISTRICT THESE ARE UNOFFICIAL RESULTS - SEE ATTACHED LIST TO LEGISTAR FILE FOR BREAKDOWN BY DISTRICT AND WARD Dated this 8th day of April 2015 Janice M. Johnson-Martin City ClerkConsidered as Reported   Action details Video Video