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Ord.22-07
| A | 1. | Ordinance No. 22-07
To repeal and recreate Chapter 114, Article VI, Section 638, Land uses, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning. | Ordinance | Ordinance No. 22-07
To repeal and recreate Chapter 114, Article VI, Section 638, Land uses, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Zoning.
The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows:
Part 1:
Chapter 114, Article VI, Section 638 is hereby repealed and recreated to read as follows:
“All listed permitted and conditional uses in the underlying zoning district shall be conditional uses in the access corridor district except single and two-family residences and those uses which will occupy existing buildings and are compatible with the applicable corridor plans that may be adopted (as interpreted by the director of city development). Upon submittal of a conditional use permit application, the appointed access corridor representatives of the affected area shall receive a public hearing notice, and a copy of the application and supporting materials. The representatives may appear at the plan commission to offer a review and recommendation for city plan commission consideration.”
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This ordinance shall take effect upon | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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07-1396
| A | 2. | Monthly Building Department report for October 2007. | Communication | Subject: Monthly Building Department report for October 2007. | Received and Filed | |
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07-1402
| A | 3. | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for, and accept, the 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Gun Violence Initiative funding (Grant Control # | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen requesting to apply for the 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Gun Violence Initiative funding (Grant Control # 2007-054).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $50,000 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Gun Violence Initiative funding (Grant Control No. 2007-054).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-1402
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for, and accept, the 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Gun Violence Initiative funding (Grant Control # | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen requesting to apply for the 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Gun Violence Initiative funding (Grant Control # 2007-054).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police to apply for a $50,000 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Gun Violence Initiative funding (Grant Control No. 2007-054).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-1403
| A | 4. | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for, and accept, the 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang Initiative funding (Grant Control # 20 | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen requesting to apply for the 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang Initiative funding (Grant Control # 2007-053).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police apply for a $50,000 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang Initiative funding (Grant Control No. 2007-053).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-1403
| A | | Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen, requesting to apply for, and accept, the 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang Initiative funding (Grant Control # 20 | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief of Police Wahlen requesting to apply for the 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang Initiative funding (Grant Control # 2007-053).
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: Permission granted for the Chief of Police apply for a $50,000 2008 State of Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance Community Re-Entry Program (CRP) grant for Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang Initiative funding (Grant Control No. 2007-053).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-1428
| A | 5. | Consolidated Contract #15835 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for Consolidated Contract #15835. (Grant Control #2007-046)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Department of Health and Family Services for Consolidated Contract No. 15835 (Grant Control No. 2007-046) in an amount up to $248,839.
Fiscal Note: There is a $60,584 match required from Maternal Child Healthcare. The consolidated contract covers Immunization, Childhood Lead, Maternal Child Healthcare, Wisconsin Well Woman Program, Preventive Health Services, and Radon. | Referred | |
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07-1429
| A | 6. | Tobacco Prevention & Control #15984 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for Tobacco Prevention and Control (#15984). (Grant Control #2007-047)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a $57,998 agreement with the Department of Health and Family Services for Tobacco Prevention and Control (#15984) (Grant Control No. 2007-047).
Fiscal Note: No match required on the part of the City. | Referred | |
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07-1422
| A | 7. | Request to acquire the land immediately east of the terminus of 12th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from El'za Watson, 4700 Indian Hills Drive, #204, requesting to acquire the land immediately east of the terminus of 12th Street.
Recommendation: The communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable. | Referred | |
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07-1431
| A | 8. | Close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on June 29, 2008 for the 3rd Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show. | Communication | Subject: Communication from David Popoff requesting permission to close the 300 block of Hamilton Street on June 29, 2008 for the 3rd Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show.
Recommendation: The owners of The Eagle's Club and George's Tavern be granted permission to close Hamilton Street from Main Street to Chatham Street, on Sunday, June 29, 2008, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in conjunction with the 3rd Annual Eagle's Club/George's Tavern Classic Car Show to benefit the Racine County Food Bank, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed;
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event;
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor;
D.The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event;
E. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way;
F. The sponsor shall be responsible for all detour signage during hte event; and
G. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee.
Further recommends | Referred | |
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07-1418
| A | 9. | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to discuss granting Fisher Precise Corp. an easement for a storm sewer along the northwest corner of Pierce Woods Park. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to discuss granting Fisher Precise Corp. an easement for a storm sewer along the northwest corner of Pierce Woods Park. | Referred | |
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07-1424
| A | 10. | (Renewal) Application of Wisconsin Discount for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's license for 2724 16th Street. | Communication | Subject: (Renewal) Application of Wisconsin Discount for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's license for 2724 16th Street. (9th District) | Referred | |
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07-1427
| A | 11. | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request permission to waive formal bidding for the installation of security cameras at Community Centers and to enter into an agreem | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with the Public Safety and Licensing Committee to request permission to waive formal bidding for the installation of security cameras at Community Centers and to enter into an agreement with ClearCom for installation of security cameras at the remaining four community centers. | Referred | |
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07-1397
| A | 12. | Communication from Chuck Boles, Director Corporate Facilities for SC Johnson, requesting temporary "No Parking" to be put into effect on the north side of 16th Street between Grand Avenue and Franklin Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chuck Boles, Director Corporate Facilities for SC Johnson, requesting temporary "No Parking" to be put into effect on the north side of 16th Street between Grand Avenue and Franklin Street.
Recommendation: Temporary "No Parking" to be installed on the north side of 16th Street between Grand Avenue and Franklin Street.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1414
| A | 13. | Assessor's Office Performance Audit | Communication | Subject: Communication from the 6th District Alderman requesting the presentation of the Assessor's Office Performance Audit.
Recommend: that the Item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1430
| A | 14. | Redevelopment of 3102 Washington Avenue | Communication | Subject: Request to discuss the redevelopment of 3102 Washington Avenue, Ralph Pierce Park.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 12-12-07: that the request be deferred.
Fiscal note: To be determined.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 1-14-09: that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-25-09: That the item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1430
| A | | Redevelopment of 3102 Washington Avenue | Communication | Subject: Request to discuss the redevelopment of 3102 Washington Avenue, Ralph Pierce Park.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 12-12-07: that the request be deferred.
Fiscal note: To be determined.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 1-14-09: that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-25-09: That the item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1282
| A | 15. | Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety & Licensing Committee for approval of the extension of the Zoological Society contract. | Communication | Subject: Request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to meet with Public Safety & Licensing Committee for approval of the extension of the Zoological Society contract.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a seven year extension for the Zoological Society contract.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a seven year extension for the Zoological Society contract at the current annual amount of $550,000 (no increase in years 2011 and 2012).
Fiscal Note: $550,000 annually for each of the seven years should be appropriated from account 101.740.5610, Zoological Professional Services, $32,000 maintenance fee each year should be appropriated from account 107.740.5550, Zoo Maintenance and Repairs. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1291
| A | 16. | claim of Joyce Breidinger | Claim | Subject: Communication from the Assistant City Attorney submitting the claim of Joyce Breidinger for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Claim of Joyce Breidinger, 5608 Cambridge Lane #6, requesting reimbursement of $6,500.00 for injury from tripping over a cart be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1334
| A | 17. | 2008 CDC Preparedness DHFS | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for grant funds in the amount of $63,045 from the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the CDC Preparedness contract. (Grant Control #2007-050).
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for funding in an amount up to $63,045 with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the CDC Preparedness contract (Grant Control #2007-050).
Fiscal Note: There is no match required by the city. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1335
| A | 18. | 2008 Cities Readiness Initiative | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept grant funds in the amount of $39,834 from the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative contract. (Grant Control #2007-051).
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for funding in an amount up to $39,834 with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative contract (Grant Control #2007-051).
Fiscal Note: There is no match required by the city. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1344
| A | 19. | claim of F. C. Randal Property Management LLC | Claim | Subject: Communication from the Assistant City Attorney submitting the claim of F. C. Randal Property Management, LLC for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Claim of FC Randal Property Management, LLC, requesting reimbursement of $10,530.00 for repair to the Wye connection on the sewer be approved.
Fiscal Note: Payment will be made from account 101.990.5910 Judgement and Claims. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1345
| A | 20. | claim of Lawrence & Marsha Kimball | Claim | Subject: Communication from the Assistant City Attorney submitting the claim of Lawrence Kimball & Marsha Kimball for consideraton.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Claim of Lawrence & Marsha Kimball, 121 Michigan Court, requesting reimbursement of $4,000.00 to the sewer for repairs be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1346
| A | 21. | claim of Willie J. Brown and Betty J. Brown Family Trust | Claim | Subject: Communication from the Assistant City Attorney submitting the claim of the Willie J. Brown and Betty J. Brown Family Trust for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Claim of Willie J. and Betty J. Brown Family Trust, owner of 135 Virginia Street, requesting reimbursement of $5,000.00 - $5,500.00 for repairs to the sewer be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1347
| A | 22. | additional funding for the 2007 City Attorney Professional Services Budget | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting additional funding for the 2007 budget, 101.160.5610, Professional Services.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Transfer $32,000 from contingency (101.990.5970) to City Attorney Professional Services (101.160.5610).
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1351
| A | 23. | WI Coastal Management | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept grant funds in the amount of $1000 from UW Parkside. (Grant Control #2007-045).
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to accept grant funds in the amount of $1,000 from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside (Grant Control #2007-045), Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant.
Fiscal Note: There is no fiscal match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1364
| A | 24. | claim of Jose Navarro | Claim | Subject: Communication from the Assistant City Attorney submitting the claim of Jose Navarro for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Claim of Jose Navarro, 1134 Geneva Street, requesting reimbursement of $1,187.63 for repairs to his vehicle be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1367
| A | 25. | claim of American Family Mutual Insurance Company (insured: Prochnow) | Claim | Subject: Communication from the Assistant City Attorney submitting the claim of American Family Mutual Insurance Company (insured is Mr & Mrs. Prochnow) for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Claim of American Family Mutual Insurance Company, requesting reimbursement of $12,036.27 for repairs to a sewer be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1426
| A | 26. | Resolution #07-0476 | Communication | Subject: Regarding Resolution #07-0476.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a seven year extension for the Zoological Society contract at the current annual amount of $550,000 (no increase in years 2011 and 2012).
This resolution was referred to Finance and Personnel Committee. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1388
| A | 27. | 2008-2009 Wisconsin Coastal Management | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to apply for grant funds in the amount of $29,563 from Wisconsin Coastal Management. (Grant Control #2007-052).
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: Permission granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for 2008-2009 funding in an amount up to $29,670 with the Wisconsin Coastal Management (Grant Control #2007-052).
Fiscal Note: There is a required City match of $29,670, $3,276 hard match, remainder soft match. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1398
| A | 28. | Wanda Sorensen et al. v City of Racine | Communication | Subject: (Direct referral) Communication from the City Attorney's office requesting to address the committee with respect to a proposed settlement in the case of Wanda Sorensen et al. v. City of Racine, Case No. 06CV1005.
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11-12-07: The settlement of Wanda Sorenson et al. v. City of Racine, Case No. 06CV1005 be approved as presented.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in the Health Insurance Fund. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-0611
| A | 29. | Communication from Sam Azarian Jr. wishing to discuss purchasing the Marquette Street municipal parking lot. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Sam Azarian Jr. wishing to discuss leasing the Marquette Street municipal parking lot.
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 5-30-07: The Marquette Street municipal parking lot be leased to Sam Azarian Jr. for a cost of $1 contingent upon the upgrade of fencing and landscape, and the separation of lighting circuits.
Fiscal Note: The lease will generate $1 to the Parking System
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 6-13-07: That the proposed lease is not in conflict with adopted City plans and programs.
Further, that the lease be approved.
Fiscal Note: The lease price of the property will be determined by the Public Works and Services Committee.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11/13/07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with Sam Azarian, Jr., for the municipal parking lot located on Marquette Street just North of State Street, with the following stipulations:
A. The term of the lease shall be for 20 years beginning January 1, 2008. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1253
| A | 30. | Lease agreement with James J. Mauer for use of river frontage at the terminus of Superior Street at the Root River. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer regarding the lease agreement with James J. Mauer for use of river frontage at the terminus of Superior Street at the Root River.
Recommendation: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with Peter R. Mauer for use of 60 lineal feet of river frontage at the terminus of Superior Street at the Root River, including the right-of-way to the south line of Liberty Street excepting that portion which is utilized by CNH, Inc. as a driveway entrance, for a three-year period from January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2010 subject to the terms and conditions contained in the lease agreement dated April 14, 2000, except that the yearly annual rental shall be increased by 3% per year beginning with a rental rate due in January 2008 of $728.85.
Fiscal Note: This agreement will result in approximately $2,250.00 in revenue to the City of Racine over the three-year period. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1348
| A | 31. | Final payment on Contract 61-03 (K3-074), Professional Services - City Hall Windows, Engberg Anderson Design Partnership, Inc., consultant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 61-03 (K3-074), Professional Services - City Hall Windows, Engberg Anderson Design Partnership, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by Engberg Anderson Design Partnership, Inc., under Contract 61-03 (K3-074), Professional Services - City Hall Windows, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $43,091.43, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 5545, dated October 7, 2003. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1349
| A | 32. | Final payment on Contract 1-05 (K5-001), Professional Services - 2005 Ramp Improvements, HNTB, consultant. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 1-05 (K5-001), Professional Services - 2005 Ramp Improvements, HNTB, consultant.
Recommendation: The professional services provided by HNTB, under Contract 1-05 (K5-001), Professional Services - 2005 Ramp Improvements, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $59,990.93, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6284, dated December 7, 2004. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1378
| A | 33. | Easement for traffic signal and street lighting at the intersection of 18th Street and S. Memorial Drive. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting an easement for traffic signal and street lighting at the intersection of 18th Street and S. Memorial Drive.
Recommendation: The City Attorney be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps to acquire an easement from Modine Manufacturing, Inc., for the future installation of traffic signals at the intersection of 18th Street and S. Memorial Drive.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1379
| A | 34. | Final payment on Contract 39-06 (K6-041), Pritchard/Reservior Park Pond Retrofit | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 39-06 (K6-041), Pritchard/Reservoir Park Pond Retrofit, K & L Construction, Inc., contractor.
Recommendation: The work of K&L Construction, Inc., under Contract 39-06 (K6-041), Pritchard/Reservoir Park Pond Retrofit, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $554,704.38, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 06-7200 of September 5, 2006. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1386
| A | 35. | Amendment No. 3 to the Three- Party Agreement on State Contract #2703-03-05, Ohio Street | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering submitting Amendment No. 3 to the Three- Party Agreement on State Contract #2703-03-05, Ohio Street - 16th Street to 21st Street, Clark-Dietz, Inc., consultant.
Recommendation: That Amendment No. 3 to State Contract ID: 2703-03-05, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street, Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant, be approved in the amount of $44,706.29, with the City's share being $8,941.26.
Further recommend that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts;
$5,518.70 - Account 986.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$3,422.56 - Account 987.908.5020, Concrete Pavement Replacement
$8,941.26
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1393
| A | 36. | Revisions to the sign ordinance. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District submitting revisions to the sign ordinance.
Recommendation: The communication be referred to the City Plan Commission.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 3-12-08: That the item be received and filed. | Referred | |
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07-1394
| A | 37. | Amend Res. 07-0365 relating to Contract 40-06 (K6-042), Professional Services - Marino Park/State Street Storm Sewer | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Engineering requesting to amend Res. 07-0365 relating to Contract 40-06 (K6-042), Professional Services - Marino Park/State Street Storm Sewer, Earth Tech, Inc.
Recommendation: That Resolution No. 07-0365, dated August 6, 2007, be rescinded.
Further recommend that Amendment No. 3 to Contract 40-06 (K6-042), Professional Services - Marino Park/State Street Storm Sewer, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $13,500.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.130.5610, Professional Services.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1406
| A | 38. | Easements for the sanitary sewer located in the vicinity of Michigan Boulevard, Chatham Street and Lakecrest Drive. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting that the City Attorney's office be authorized to obtain easements for the sanitary sewer located in the vicinity of Michigan Boulevard, Chatham Street and Lakecrest Drive.
Recommendation: The City Attorney be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps to acquire easements for the installation of a sanitary sewer at the following locations:
3329 N. Main Street. 3345 N. Main Street
3351 N. Main Street 3407 N. Main Street
3411 N. Main Street 3417 N. Main Street
3429 N. Main Street 3329 Chatham Street
3338 Chatham Street 3340 Chatham Street
3345 Chatham Street 3401 Chatham Street
3412 Chatham Street 3419 Chatham Street
3422 Chatham Street 3429 Chatham Street
3430 Chatham Street 205 Lakecrest Drive
215 Lakecrest Drive 300 Lakecrest Drive
301 Lakecrest Drive 320 Lakecrest Drive
321 Lakecrest Drive 3330 Michigan Blvd.
3340 Michigan Blvd. 3348 Michigan Blvd.
3400 Michigan Blvd. 3414 Michigan Blvd.
3430 Michigan Blvd.
Fiscal Note: Not ap | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1268
| A | 39. | Simone Enterprises, LLC., Harinder Kaur, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage license for 1223 Eleventh Street. (1st District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Simone Enterprises, LLC., Harinder Kaur, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage license for 1223 Eleventh Street. (1st District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1329
| A | 40. | (New) Application of Aranda Mario Alonzo, Sr., for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1240 Washington Avenue. | Communication | Subject: (New) Application of Aranda Mario Alonzo, Sr., for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1240 Washington Avenue. (3rd District) | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1390
| A | 41. | Direct Referral. Change order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 41-07 (K7-049), Door and Window Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Lueck's Inc. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral. Change order #1 and Final Payment on Contract 41-07 (K7-049), Door and Window Replacement at Dr. John Bryant Community Center by Lueck's Inc. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1391
| A | 42. | Direct Referral, Final payment for engineering services for preparing plans and specifications for Window and Door Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Industrial Roofing Services Inc. | Communication | Subject: Direct Referral, Final payment for engineering services for preparing plans and specifications for Window and Door Replacement at Dr. Bryant Community Center by Industrial Roofing Services Inc. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1420
| A | 43. | To amend Section 66-2(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Acts constituting offenses under chapter; penalties. | Communication | Subject: Ordinance 21-07
To amend Section 66-2(a) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Offenses - Acts constituting offenses under chapter; penalties.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 10-22-07: That the item be deferred to the next Public Safety & Licensing Committee Meeting November 12, 2007.
Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 11-12-07: That ordinance 21-07 be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1400
| A | 44. | CUP - Credit Union for a 20 sq. ft. electronic sign at 3413 Rapids Drive. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Landmark Credit Union (aka Belle City Credit Union) for a conditional use permit to install a 20 square foot electronic sign at 3413 Rapids Drive.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 11-14-07: That the request by Landmark Credit Union (aka Belle City Credit Union). seeking a conditional use permit to install a 20 square feet electronic sign at 3413 Rapids Drive be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans received October 31, 2007 and presented to the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That prior to the issuance of a building/sign permit a landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. Landscaping shall be installed in accordance with the approved plans by May 1, 2008 unless a letter of credit, equal to the value of the landscaping, is submitted to the Director of City Development for review a | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1401
| A | 45. | CUP Resale Shop at 3723 Douglas Avenue. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Corine Perez of First Class Resale Shop seeking a conditional use permit for a shop selling new and used household goods and antiques at 3723 Douglas Avenue.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 11-14-07: That the request by Corinne Perez seeking a conditional use permit for an establishment selling new and used household goods and antiques at 3723 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 be approved, subject to the following conditions.
b. That the establishment of this use is subject to the approval of the Access Corridor Development Review Committee.
c. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be applied for.
d. That the hours of operation are allowed to be from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily.
e. That prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for the subject use, the property owner shall:
1. Submit a comprehensive sign plan that serves to condenses the three existing pole signs into one sign. Said plans shall be | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1405
| A | 46. | CUP -wireless communication facility at 100-7th Street. | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Charles Mott, Jr. representing Cricket Communications seeking a conditional use permit for a wireless communication facility at 100-7th Street.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 11-14-07: That a conditional use permit be granted to Cricket Communications to install wireless communication antennas on the Mc’Mynn Tower at 110 - 7th Street, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all antennas shall be surface mounted, painted a color that matches the surface to which the antennae are to be mounted upon.
c. That all equipment except for the antennas and necessary cabling be housed within the existing mechanical penthouse.
d. That if a tripod rooftop installation is desired, plans for such shall be submitted to the Downtown Area Design Review Commission for review and approval.
e. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
f. That no minor changes be made | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1410
| A | 47. | Vacate a portion of public right-ofway at 3413 Rapids Drive | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by Landmark Credit Union (aka Belle City Credit Union) to vacate a portion of public right-of-way at 3413 Rapids Drive.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 11-14-07: That the vacation is not in conflict with City plans and programs.
Further, that the vacation be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1412
| A | 48. | CCSM for Credit Union at 3413 Rapids Drive | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Review of a Certified Survey Map for Landmark Credit Union (aka Belle City Credit Union) at 3413 Rapids Drive.
Recommendation of City Plan Commission on 11-14-07: That the certified survey for Landmark Credit Union (aka Belle Credit Union) at 3413 Rapids Drive be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the right-of-way of Rapids Drive be vacated.
b. That a signature block be added for Common Council officials.
c. That the $50 processing fee accompany the CSM when submitted to the Director of City Development for City signatures.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1425
| A | 49. | Ord.22-07 | Communication | Subject: Ord.22-07 is to create a less cumbersome review process when use reviews are needed by business areas representatives assigned to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee.
Recommendation of City Development Committee on 11-14-07: That the ordinance be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1366
| A | 50. | DRC - Increase in facade grants for Sixth Street. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Devin Sutherland, Executive Director of Downtown Racine Corporation requesting a facade grant increase of $15,000 during the 2008 - 2009 for businesses on 6th Street and Wisconsin between 6th Street and 7th Street.
Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 11-7-07: That the maximum facade grant be increased to $10,000.00 for facade improvements undertaken during 2008 and 2009. To adopt Redevelopment Authority Res. 07-21. Further recommends the item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: The facade grant maximum be increased from $7,500 to $10,000 for facade improvements undertaken during the 2008 and 2009 year.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in the City’s 2008 Capital Budget for the program. | Referred | |
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07-1369
| A | 51. | Robert Gleason requesting to sell his property at 1418 Washington Avenue | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Robert A. Gleason of R & R Innovative Investments requesting to sell his property at 1418 Washington Avenue to the City of Racine Redevelopment Authority at the price of $109,000.
Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 11-7-07: That the offer be accepted. Further that the funds previously provided for the acquisition of 1511 Washington Avenue be used instead for the acquisition of 1418 Washington Avenue and that funds allocated under the 2008 CDBG program for Uptown Property Acquisition be used at such time that 1511 Washington Avenue may become available. To adopt Redevelopment Authority Res. 07-23. Further recommends that the item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available in the accounts identified for this purpose.
Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: The Redevelopment Chairman and Executive Director be authorized and directed to execute all documents necessary to purchase the property at 1418 Washington Ave. Further recommends that funds prev | Referred | |
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07-1381
| A | 52. | Agreement between the City of Racine and RCEDC for technical assistance on Brownfield redevelopment. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Gordon Kacala, Executive Director with the Racine County Economic Development Corporation, transmitting an agreement between the City of Racine and Racine County Economic Development Corporation for providing technical assistance on the Brownfield Redevelopment Program.
Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 11-7-07: That the contract be approved, including the use of Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing funds for the contract. To adopt Redevelopment Authority Res. 07-20. Further recommends that the item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee. | Referred | |
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07-1383
| A | 53. | transmitting an addendum to the Uptown Improvement Plan for the Artist Relocation Program. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication transmitting an addendum to the Uptown Improvement Plan for the Artist Relocation Program.
Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 11-7-07: That the addendum be adopted as an amendment to the Uptown Improvement Plan. To adopt Redevelopment Authority Res. 07-24.
Fiscal Note: N/A
Recommendation of the City Plan commission on 11-28-07: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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07-1389
| A | 54. | Mayor requesting to discuss the acceptance of a parcel of land from ARB Enterprises. The address is 1116, 1128, 1130, 1152 Washington Avenue, and
1309 11th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor requesting to discuss the acceptance of a parcel of land from ARB Enterprises. Parcel addresses include: 1116, 1128, 1130, 1152 Washington Avenue, and 1309 11th Street.
Recommendation of Redevelopment Authority on 11-7-07: That the acquisition be approved. Further that funds be provided in the amount of not less than $50,000.000 for demolition of structures on the property and one-years costs of holding the property. Further that Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Funds be used for this purpose. To adopt Redevelopment Authority Res. 07-26. Further recommends that the item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: The Redevelopment Chairman and Executive Director be authorized and directed to execute all documents necessary for the acquisition of property at 1116, 1128, 1130, 1152 Washington Ave. and 1309 11th Street. Further recommends that up to $55,000 from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Funds be advanced for the demolition of structures on the prope | Referred | |
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07-1236
| A | 55. | School Board's Listening and Linking Sessions. | Communication | Subject: Communication from RUSD requesting the school board meet with the Mayor and Aldermen regarding the School Board's Listening and Linking Sessions.
Recommend: the Item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1156
| A | 56. | Submittal of 2008 Budget Report | Communication | Subject: Submittal of the report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Waterworks Commission regarding year 2008 Water Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption
Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission of 9/25/07: To adopt as submitted to the Committee of the Whole on November 15, 2007.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 11/19/2007: the 2008 Water Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget be amended and adopted as amended and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Plan be amended, and approved in concept as amended.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the above proposed budgets, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1161
| A | 57. | Submittal of 2008 Budget Report | Communication | Subject: Submittal of the Report of the Finance Committee of the Racine Wastewater Commission Regarding Year 2008 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Budget Recommending Adoption
Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission of 9/25/07: To adopt as submitted to the Committee of the Whole on November 15, 2007.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole of 11/19/2007: the 2008 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget be amended and adopted as amended, and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Plan be amended and approved in concept as amended.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the above proposed budgets, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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07-1284
| A | 58. | 2008 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Dept Service, Enterprise Funds, and Internal Service Funds. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker submitting the 2008 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds.
Recommendation: That the 2008 General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds be amended and adopted as amended, and that the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan be amended and approved in concept as amended.
Fiscal Note: Amendments to the operating budget totaled $723,341 resulting in a tax levy of $42,816,942 and a tax rate of $10.76. Amendments to the capital improvement budget and 5-year plan reduced the 2008 borrowing by $240,000 to $7,660,000. Copies of the above budgets, along with their supporting exhibits and amendments, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted As Amended: | |
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07-1330
| A | 59. | Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with the Village of Elmwood Park | Communication | Subject: Communication from the District Manager of Water & Wastewater Utilities requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss entering into a Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with the Village of Elmwood Park.
Recommendation: Refer to the Finance and Personnel Committee for approval
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11-26-07: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a Household Hazardous Waste agreement with the Village of Elmwood Park.
Fiscal Note: The Wastewater Utility will recognize $1,248 in annual revenue. | Referred | |
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07-1237
| A | 60. | Placement of two Civil War Cannons | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Becker requesting the Ad Hoc Cannon Committee determine placement of two Civil War Cannons
Recommendation of the Ad Hoc Cannon Committee:
The Ad Hoc Cannons Committee recommends that the two Civil War era Cannons be returned to Monument Square; placed with due honor and respect for their historic significance as part of Racine's monument to those who served and those who died in the American Civil War.
Further recommends the Cannons be positioned in visual proximity appropriate to the relationship of the Cannons to the Monument. The exact location(s) on the Square, and the type of base support into which they will be placed should be determined through consultation with the City's Monument Square Design Consultant, Landscape Architect Ken Saiki Design, Inc.
Fiscal Note: | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.07-0500
| A | 61. | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for funding from WI Dept of Health and Family Services for the CDC Preparedness Contract | Resolution | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for funding from WI Dept of Health and Family Services for the CDC Preparedness Contract
Resolved, that permission be granted for the Public Health Administrator to apply for funding in an amount up to $63,045 with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the CDC Preparedness contract (Grant Control #2007-050). The contract period is January 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required by the city. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0501
| A | 62. | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for funding from WI Dept. of Health and Family Services for Cities Readiness Initiative Contract | Resolution | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for funding from WI Dept. of Health and Family Services for Cities Readiness Initiative Contract
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for funding in an amount up to $39,834 with the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services for the Cities Readiness Initiative contract (Grant Control #2007-051). The contract period is September 1, 2007 through July 31, 2008.
Fiscal Note: There is no match required by the city. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0502
| A | 63. | Permission for Public Health Administrator to accept grant funds from University of Wisconsin-Parkside for Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant | Resolution | Permission for Public Health Administrator to accept grant funds from University of Wisconsin-Parkside for Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to accept grant funds in the amount of $1,000 from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside (Grant Control #2007-045), Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant. The contract period is October 24, 2007 through June 30, 2008.
Fiscal Note: There is no fiscal match required. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0503
| A | 64. | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for funds from Wisconsin Coastal Management for water testing on Root River | Resolution | Permission for Public Health Administrator to apply for funds from Wisconsin Coastal Management for water testing on Root River
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator be granted permission to apply for 2008-2009 funding in an amount up to $29,670 with the Wisconsin Coastal Management (Grant Control #2007-052) to expand water quality testing on the Root River in Racine. The contract period is July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.
Fiscal Note: There is a required City match of $29,670, $3,276 hard match, remainder soft match. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0504
| A | 65. | Settlement of Claim for sewer main repair at 1616 Flett Avenue | Resolution | Settlement of Claim for sewer main at 1616 Flett Avenue
Resolved, that the claim of FC Randal Property Management, LLC, requesting reimbursement of $10,530.00 for repair to the Wye connection on the sewer adjacent to 1616 Flett Avenue be approved.
Fiscal Note: Payment will be made from account 101.990.5910, Judgment and Claims. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0505
| A | 66. | Transfer of funds for City Attorney's Office | Resolution | Transfer of funds for City Attorney's Office
Resolved, that $32,000 be transferred from Contingency Fund, 101.990.5970, to City Attorney Professional Services, 101.160.5610, for additional funding for professional services.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0506
| A | 67. | Settlement of Wanda Sorenson et al., Case | Resolution | Settlement of Wanda Sorenson et al., Case
Resolved, that Case No. 06CV1005, Wanda Sorenson et al., v. City of Racine, be settled and approved as presented.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in the Health Insurance Fund. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0507
| A | 68. | Final Payment for engineering services for Dr. John Bryant Community Center | Resolution | Final Payment for engineering services for Dr. John Bryant Community Center
Resolved, that permission be granted for final payment for engineering services for preparing plans and specifications for Window and Door Replacement at Dr. John Bryant Community Center by Industrial Roofing Services Inc. for a total contract amount of $9,800.00.
Fiscal Note: $9,800.00 be appropriated from account 987.680.5010. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0508
| A | 69. | Change Order and Final Payment for Door and Window Replacement at Dr. John Bryant Center | Resolution | Change Order and Final Payment for Door and Window Replacement at Dr. John Bryant Center
Resolved, that Change Order #1 in the increased amount of $2,267.65 be accepted and that final payment for a total contract amount of $120,224.65 be granted for Contract 41-07 (K7-049), Door and Window Replacement at Dr. John Bryant Community Center, Lueck's Inc., contractor.
Fiscal Note: $120,224.65 be appropriated from Account 987.680.5010, Bryant Windows. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0509
| A | 70. | Lease Agreement for use of river frontage | Resolution | Lease Agreement for use of river frontage
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with Peter R. Mauer for use of 60 lineal feet of river frontage at the terminus of Superior Street at the Root River, including the right-of-way to the south line of Liberty Street excepting that portion which is utilized by CNH, Inc. as a driveway entrance, for a three-year period from January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2010 subject to the terms and conditions contained in the lease agreement dated April 14, 2000, except that the yearly annual rental shall be increased by 3% per year beginning with a rental rate due in January 2008 of $728.85.
Fiscal Note: This agreement will result in approximately $2,250.00 in revenue to the City of Racine over the three-year period. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0510
| A | 71. | Lease Agreement for use of Municipal Parking Lot on Marquette Street | Resolution | Lease Agreement for use of Municipal Parking Lot on Marquette Street
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a lease agreement with Sam Azarian, Jr., for the municipal parking lot located on Marquette Street just North of State Street, with the following stipulations:
A. The term of the lease shall be for 20 years beginning January 1, 2008.
B. Either party may cancel this lease agreement after providing a 6 month written notice.
C. The Lessee shall provide all day-to-day maintenance including snow removal, litter control and grass cutting.
D. The rental rate shall be equivalent to $1.00 per year plus the stormwater fee which is assigned to this property.
E. Any capital improvements which are to be made to this property shall first be approved by the City of Racine.
F. If the City cancels the lease agreement prior to the 20 year term, the City agrees to pay to the lessee the cost of any capital improvements minus depreciation.
G. If the lease goes full term, the City shall not be responsible to pay any compensation to the l | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0511
| A | 72. | City Attorney's Office granted permission to obtain easements for sanitary sewer | Resolution | City Attorney's Office granted permission to obtain easements for sanitary sewer
Resolved, that the City Attorney's Office be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps to acquire easements for the installation of a sanitary sewer at the following locations:
3329 N. Main Street. 3345 N. Main Street
3351 N. Main Street 3407 N. Main Street
3411 N. Main Street 3417 N. Main Street
3429 N. Main Street 3329 Chatham Street
3338 Chatham Street 3340 Chatham Street
3345 Chatham Street 3401 Chatham Street
3412 Chatham Street 3419 Chatham Street
3422 Chatham Street 3429 Chatham Street
3430 Chatham Street 205 Lakecrest Drive
215 Lakecrest Drive 300 Lakecrest Drive
301 Lakecrest Drive 320 Lakecrest Drive
321 Lakecrest Drive 3330 Michigan Blvd.
3340 Michigan Blvd. 3348 Michigan Blvd.
3400 Michigan Blvd. 3414 Michigan Blvd.
3430 Michigan Blvd.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0512
| A | 73. | Final payment on contract for city hall windows | Resolution | Final payment on contract for City Hall windows
Resolved, that the professional services provided by Engberg Anderson Design Partnership, Inc., under Contract 61-03 (K3-074), Professional Services - City Hall Windows, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $43,091.43, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 5545, dated October 7, 2003. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0513
| A | 74. | Final Payment on contract for 2005 Ramp Improvements | Resolution | Final Payment on contract for 2005 Ramp Improvements
Resolved, that the professional services provided by HNTB, under Contract 1-05 (K5-001), Professional Services - 2005 Ramp Improvements, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $59,990.93, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 6284, dated December 7, 2004. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0514
| A | 75. | Final Payment on contract for Pritchard/Reservoir Park Pond Retrofit | Resolution | Final Payment on contract for Pritchard/Reservoir Park Pond Retrofit
Resolved, that the work of K&L Construction, Inc., under Contract 39-06 (K6-041), Pritchard/Reservoir Park Pond Retrofit, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $554,704.38, from funds heretofore appropriated.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 06-7200 of September 5, 2006. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0515
| A | 76. | Easement for traffic signal and street lighting at 18th St. and S. Memorial Drive | Resolution | Easement for traffic signal and street lighting at 18th St. and S. Memorial Drive
Resolved, that the City Attorney's Office be authorized and directed to take the necessary steps to acquire an easement from Modine Manufacturing, Inc., for the future installation of traffic signals at the intersection of 18th Street and S. Memorial Drive.
Fiscal Note: Not applicable at this time. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0516
| A | 77. | Amendment to State Contract for Ohio Street | Resolution | Amendment to State Contract for Ohio Street
Resolved, that Amendment No. 3 to State Contract ID: 2703-03-05, Ohio Street from 16th Street to 21st Street, Clark Dietz, Inc., consultant, be approved in the amount of $44,706.29, with the City's share being $8,941.26.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of the City's share of these professional services be appropriated from the following accounts;
$5,518.70 - Account 986.600.5010, Traffic Signal Replacements
$3,422.56 - Account 987.908.5020, Concrete Pavement Replacement
$8,941.26
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0517
| A | 78. | Rescind Resolution No. 07-0365 and approve amendment to contract for Marino Park/State Street Storm Sewer | Resolution | Rescind Resolution No. 07-0365 and approve amendment to contract for Marino Park/State Street Storm Sewer
Resolved, that Resolution No. 07-0365, dated August 6, 2007, be rescinded.
Further resolved, that Amendment No. 3 to Contract 40-06 (K6-042), Professional Services - Marino Park/State Street Storm Sewer, Earth Tech, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $13,500.00.
Further resolved, that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 101.130.5610, Professional Services.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0518
| A | 79. | Placement of Civil War era Cannons | Resolution | Placement of Civil War era Cannons
Resolved, that the two Civil War era Cannons be returned to Monument Square; placed with due honor and respect for their historic significance as part of Racine's monument to those who served and those who died in the American Civil War.
Further resolved, that the Cannons be positioned in visual proximity appropriate to the relationship of the Cannons to the Monument. The exact location(s) on the Square, and the type of base support into which they will be placed should be determined through consultation with the City's Monument Square Design Consultant, Landscape Architect Ken Saiki Design, Inc.
Fiscal Note: To be determined. | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0519
| A | 80. | Approval of Certified Survey for 3413 Douglas Avenue | Resolution | Approval of Certified Survey for 3413 Rapids Drive
Resolved, that the certified survey for Landmark Credit Union (aka Belle Credit Union) at 3413 Rapids Drive be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the right-of-way of Rapids Drive be vacated.
b. That a signature block be added for Common Council officials.
c. That the $50 processing fee accompany the CSM when submitted to the Director of City development for City signatures.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0520
| A | 81. | Conditional Use Permit for 3413 Rapids Drive | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 3413 Rapids Drive
Resolved, that the request by Landmark Credit Union (aka Belle City Credit Union). seeking a conditional use permit to install a 20 square feet electronic sign a 3413 Rapids Drive be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans received October 31, 2007 and presented to the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection Department.
c. That prior to the issuance of a building/sign permit a landscape plan be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development. Landscaping shall be installed in accordance with the approved plans by May 1, 2008 unless a letter of credit, equal to the value of the landscaping, is submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval prior to said date. In no case shall landscaping shall be installed later that July 1, 2008.
d. That the operation of the sign comply with Section 114-1033 Electronic | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0521
| A | 82. | Conditional Use Permit for 3723 Douglas Avenue | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 3723 Douglas Avenue
Resolved, that request by Corinne Perez seeking a conditional use permit for an establishment selling new and used household goods and antiques at 3723 Douglas Avenue be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 be approved, subject to the following conditions.
b. That the establishment of this use is subject to the approval of the Access Corridor Development Review Committee.
c. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be applied for.
d. That the hours of operation are allowed to be from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily.
e. That prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for the subject use, the property owner shall:
1. Submit a comprehensive sign plan that serves to condenses the three existing pole signs into one sign. Said plans shall be submitted to the Access Corridor Development Review Committee for review and approval. The new sign plan shall be implemented by June 1, 2008.
2. Submit a detailed landscape plan to the Ac | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0522
| A | 83. | Conditional Use Permit for 100-7th Street | Resolution | Conditional Use Permit for 100-7th Street
Resolved, that a conditional use permit be granted to Cricket Communications to install wireless communication antennas on the McMynn Tower at 100 - 7th Street, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on November 14, 2007 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all antennas shall be surface mounted, painted a color that matches the surface to which the antennae are to be mounted upon.
c. That all equipment except for the antennas and necessary cabling be housed within the existing mechanical penthouse.
d. That if a tripod rooftop installation is desired, plans for such shall be submitted to the Downtown Area Design Review Commission for review and approval.
e. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
f. That no minor changes be made to this permit without approval of the Plan Commission, and no major changes be made to this permit without the approval of the Common Council.
g. That this permit is subject to Pla | Adopted | |
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Res.07-0523
| A | 84. | 2008 Water Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Budget | Resolution | 2008 Water Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Budget
Resolved, that the 2008 Water Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Budget be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the above budgets, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0524
| A | 85. | 2008 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Budget | Resolution | 2008 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Budget
Resolved, that the 2008 Wastewater Utility Operation & Maintenance Budget and the 2008-2012 Capital Improvements Budget be adopted.
Fiscal Note: Copies of the above budgets, along with their supporting exhibits, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.07-0525
| A | 86. | 2008 Proposed Budget | Resolution | 2008 Proposed Budgets
Resolved, that the 2008 proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Debt Service, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds be approved as amended.
Fiscal Note: Amendments to the operating budget totaled $723,341 resulting in a tax levy of $42,816,942 and a tax rate of $10.76. Amendments to the capital improvement budget and 5-year plan reduced the 2008 borrowing by $240,000 to $7,660,000. Copies of the above budgets, along with their supporting exhibits and amendments, are on file in the Office of the Finance Director. | Adopted | |
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