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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 4/3/2013 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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13-8757 A claim of Kathleen HeislerClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Kathleen Heisler for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: The claim of Kathleen Heisler, 1130 Carlisle Ave., Racine 53404 claiming damages in the amount of $107.88 for alleged vehicle damages be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
13-8771 A claim of Jermaine WeatherspoonClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jermaine Weatherspoon for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: The claim of Jermaine Weatherspoon, 928 Racine St., Racine 53403, claiming damages in the amount of $100.00 for alleged vehicle damages be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
13-8778 A Communication from Purchasing Agent (Res. No. 13-0162)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #5 for nine (9) cases of Tree-age. (Res. No. 13-0162) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: To award the bid for Official Notice #5 for nine (9) cases of Tree-age to Rainbow Tree Care Scientific, they being the low responsive, responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: The cost is $35,352.00. Funds for this purchase are available in account 993.700.5210.Referred  Action details Not available
13-8786 A Communication from Kingdom Builders Fellowship Center & Outreach MinistriesCommunicationSubject: Communication from Kingdom Builders Fellowship Center & Outreach Ministries requesting the donation of the Stage on Wheels for their first annual "Kingdom Fest". Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: To deny the request to donate the Stage on Wheels for the first annual "Kingdom Fest" being held by Kingdom Builders Fellowship Center & Outreach Ministries. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
13-8789 A Communication from Fire Chief requesting permission to accept $1950.71 from CHS Inc of Inver Grove Heights MN for acquisition of EMS equipment (Res. No. 13-0163)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to accept $1,950.71 from CHS, Incorporated, to be used for EMS equipment acquisition. (Res. No. 13-0163) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-8-13: Permission be granted for the Fire Chief to accept $1,950.71 from CHS, Incorporated, to be used for EMS equipment acquisition. Fiscal Note: The funds in the amount of $1,950.71 that are being returned to the Fire Department represents equity in CHS that the Fire Department earned in past years.Referred  Action details Not available
13-8784 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for portland cement concrete paving and sewer and water on Spring Valley Drive, Spring Street to Harrington Drive. (Res. No. 13-0168)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for portland cement concrete paving and sewer and water on Spring Valley Drive, Spring Street to Harrington Drive. (Res. No. 13-0168) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for Portland cement concrete paving and sewer and water on Spring Valley Drive from Spring Street to Harrington Drive. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
13-8791 A Gethsemane Lutheran Church requesting to close Blaine Avenue from Washington Avenue north to the alley on Sunday, May 19, 2013, for a church carnival. (Res. No. 13-0164)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Gethsemane Lutheran Church requesting to close Blaine Avenue from Washington Avenue north to the alley on Sunday, May 19, 2013, for a church carnival. (Res. No. 13-0164) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Gethsemane Lutheran Church be granted permission to close Blaine Avenue from Washington Avenue north to the alley, on Sunday, May 19, 2013, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for a church carnival. Further recommends 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 incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police provide limited assistance, in the interest of public safety, to Referred  Action details Not available
13-8796 A Walden III requesting to paint the intersection of 10th and Center Streets. (Res. No. 13-0166)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Walden III requesting to paint the intersection of 10th and Center Streets. (Res. No. 13-0166) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 4-9-13: That Walden III be granted permission to paint the intersection of 10th and Center Streets with the following stipulations: A. Painting must be done with aggregate paints only. B. Walden III must provide a layout for approval by the Commissioner of Public Works. C. The painting shall be maintained on an annual basis. D. Students must wear orange safety vests at all times within the street right-of-way while performing this work. E. A Hold Harmless Agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
13-8802 A Communication requesting Change of Agent for Michigan Pub, LLC, 1300 Michigan Blvd.- Scott A. Jensen, Agent, "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license (4th District).CommunicationSubject: Communication requesting Change of Agent for Michigan Pub, LLC, 1300 Michigan Blvd.- Scott A. Jensen, Agent, "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor license (4th District).Referred  Action details Not available
13-8803 A Communication requesting Change of Agent for Beachside Oasis, LLC, 100 Kewaunee Street.- Scott A. Jensen, Agent, Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine license (4th District).CommunicationSubject: Communication requesting Change of Agent for Beachside Oasis, LLC, 100 Kewaunee Street.- Scott A. Jensen, Agent, Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine license (4th District).Referred  Action details Not available
13-8777 A Communication from the Monument Square Art Festival Board of Directors requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Festival on Saturday, June 1, 2013 and Sunday, June 2, 2013 to provide parking for the participating artisCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Monument Square Art Festival Board of Directors requesting permission to rent Lakefront Lot No. 5 for the Monument Square Art Festival on Saturday, June 1, 2013 and Sunday, June 2, 2013 to provide parking for the participating artists. (Res. No. 13-0198) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 04-24-13: The Monument Square Art Festival Board be granted permission to lease Lakefront Lot No. 5 on Saturday, June 1, 2013 and Sunday, June 2, 2013. Permission is subject to payment of the lease costs for the parking lot in accordance with existing policies and subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement with the City that will require a $75.00 processing fee. Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $280 per day for the two days for a total of $560.00 for the Parking System.Referred  Action details Not available
13-8773 A Request by the Racine Urban Garden Network (RUGN) to renew its lease of 1125 Villa Street for use as a community garden.CommunicationRequest by the Racine Urban Garden Network (RUGN) to renew its lease of 1125 Villa Street for use as a community garden.Referred  Action details Not available
13-8717 A VISTA volunteer match (Res. No. 13-0142)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Debra Karp, Director of Community Engagement, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, seeking reauthorization of matching funds for VISTA volunteers from the intergovernmental revenue sharing funds for the Launch Box initiative and the Department of City Development, and the Sustainable Edible Economic Development initiative. (Res. No. 13-0142) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 3-4-13: That the Authority supports the use of $22,000.00 from the Intergovernmental Sewer Revenue Sharing fund for matching funds for VISTA volunteers for business development programs. Further recommends that this item be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee for its review and approval. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-25-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with the University of Wisconsin-Parkside for two VISTA volunteers to help staff economic development efforts. Fiscal Note: The city has the opportunity to again obtain two VISTA volunteers. The volunApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8749 A TID No. 6 Termination Request (Res. No. 13-0143)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting the termination of Tax Incremental District No. 6 (Main - Lake). (Res. No. 13-0143) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-25-13: Permission be granted to close Tax Incremental District No. 6 (Main - Lake). That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to submit the necessary forms and reports to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8750 A TID No. 7 Termination (Res. No. 13-0144)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting the termination of Tax Incremental District No. 7 (Gaslight Drive). (Res. No. 13-0144) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-25-13: Permission be granted to close Tax Incremental District No. 7 (Gaslight Drive). That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to submit the necessary forms and reports to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8755 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0145)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply and accept the Wal-Mart Foundation's Local Community Contribution/Hunger Outreach Grant Program in the amount of $2,500.00 for Back to School fest. No match is required. (Grant Control #2013-009). (Res. No. 13-0145) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-25-13: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply and accept the Wal-Mart Foundation's Local Community Contribution/Hunger Outreach Grant Program in the amount of $2,500.00 for Back to School fest. (Grant Control #2013-009) Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8753 A Communication submitting the claim of Target Corporation, based on the alleged excessive 2012 real estate assessment and taxes for property located at 5300 Durand Avenue, for consideration.ClaimSubject: Communication submitting the claim of Target Corporation, based on the alleged excessive 2012 real estate assessment and taxes for property located at 5300 Durand Avenue, for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-25-13: The claim for excessive 2012 real estate assessment and taxes filed by Target Corporation for property located at 5300 Durand Avenue be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8754 A Communication submitting the claim of Racine Joint Venture II LLC, based on the alleged excessive 2012 real estate assessment and taxes for properties located at 5502 and 5700 Durand Avenue, for consideration.ClaimSubject: Communication submitting the claim of Racine Joint Venture II LLC, based on the alleged excessive 2012 real estate assessment and taxes for properties located at 5502 and 5700 Durand Avenue, for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3-25-13: The claim for excessive 2012 real estate assessment and taxes filed by Racine Joint Venture II LLC, for property located at 5502 and 5700 Durand Avenue be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8732 A Junior Achievement requesting permission to close a portion of the 300 block of Main Street for a car show in conjunction with their "Entrepreneur Extravaganza" fundraiser.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Junior Achievement requesting permission to close a portion of the 300 block of Main Street for a car show in conjunction with their "Entrepreneur Extravaganza" fundraiser. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-26-13: That the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8743 A Change Orders 1 and 2 for Official Notice #18 for Razing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0130)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting Change Orders 1 and 2 for Official Notice #18 for Razing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0130) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-12-13 and 3-26-13: That Change Orders No. 1 and No. 2 on Official Notice No. 18, Razing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue, Azarian Wrecking, contractor, be approved in the amount of $26,144.16. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these change orders be appropriated from Account 101.370.5990, Boarding Up Buildings, and will be invoiced to the current property owner.ReferredFail Action details Not available
13-8743 A Change Orders 1 and 2 for Official Notice #18 for Razing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0130)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting Change Orders 1 and 2 for Official Notice #18 for Razing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 13-0130) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-12-13 and 3-26-13: That Change Orders No. 1 and No. 2 on Official Notice No. 18, Razing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue, Azarian Wrecking, contractor, be approved in the amount of $26,144.16. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these change orders be appropriated from Account 101.370.5990, Boarding Up Buildings, and will be invoiced to the current property owner.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8759 A Preliminary resolution for sidewalk on Seventeenth Street between Indiana Street and Kentucky Street. (Res. No. 13-0149)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting a preliminary resolution for sidewalk on Seventeenth Street between Indiana Street and Kentucky Street. (Res. No. 13-0149) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-26-13: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for sidewalk on 17th Street between Indiana Street and Kentucky Street. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8763 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 2-13 (K3-002), IS Server Room AC Upgrade, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0150)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 2-13 (K3-002), IS Server Room AC Upgrade, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0150) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-26-13: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 2-13 (K3-002), Professional Services - IS Server Room AC Upgrade, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,500.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 993.100.5030, City Hall-IS Server Room AC Update.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8764 A Bid results on Contract 8-13 (K3-008), 2013 CDBG Concrete Reconstruction. (Res. No. 13-0147)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 8-13 (K3-008), 2013 CDBG Concrete Reconstruction. (Res. No. 13-0147) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-26-13: That Contract 8-13 (K3-008), 2013 CDBG Concrete Reconstruction, be awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $550,022.39, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 141,779.97 - Account 893.030.5540, CDBG Paving $ 320,342.42 - Account 993.908.5020, Concrete Pvmt. Repl. Misc. $ 49,369.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. $ 38,531.00 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Loc. $ 550,022.39 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8765 A Bid results on Contract 14-13 (K3-014), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase I (R1). (Res. No. 13-0148)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 14-13 (K3-014), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase I (R1). (Res. No. 13-0148) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-26-13: That Contract 14-13 (K3-014), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase I (R1), be awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $422,289.79, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 59,046.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. (2013) $ 19,156.00 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. (2013) $ 34,074.78 - Account 993.908.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2013) $ 310,013.01 - Account 906.000.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2013) $ 422,289.79 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8767 A Proposal for Contract 27-13 (K3-028), Professional Services - Safety Building Parking Deck Repairs, Arnold & O'Sheridan, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0151)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for Contract 27-13 (K3-028), Professional Services - Safety Building Parking Deck Repairs, Arnold & O'Sheridan, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 13-0151) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-26-13: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Arnold & O’Sheridan, Inc. for Contract 27-13 (K3-028), Professional Services - Safety Building Parking Deck Repairs, in the not-to-exceed amount of $6,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 993.210.5010, Safety Building-Structural Leak Repairs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8779 A Waive formal bidding for the purchase of manhole covers. (Res. No. 13-0146)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of manhole covers. (Res. No. 13-0146) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 3-26-13: That the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further recommends that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Neenah Foundry for the purchase Neenah Foundry materials. Fiscal Note: These negotiations will be done on an as-needed basis.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8628 A Communication from the Director of Parks Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0153)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with Absolute Mechanical & Plumbing, LLC for a 3 year mechanical service contract, beginning May 2013 & ending November 2016 for the Laurel Clark Fountain. (Res. No. 13-0153) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 2-25-13: That the requesting formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with Absolute Mechanical & Plumbing, LLC for a 3 year mechanical service contract, beginning May 2013 & ending November 2016 for the Laurel Clark Fountain be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-25-13: That formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with Absolute Mechanical & Plumbing, LLC for a 3 year mechanical service contract, beginning May 2013 & ending November 2016 for the Laurel Clark Fountain be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 101-700-5630, Major Maintenance Replacement Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8702 A (New) Application of Marina's, Marina Vela, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 309 Main Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Marina's, Marina Vela, Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 309 Main Street. (1st District)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8713 A Communication from Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0154)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc. to provide engineering and construction documents for Island Park, North Softball Diamond Lighting upgrades. (Res. No. 13-0154) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-25-13: That the request for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc. to provide engineering and construction documents for Island Park, North Softball Diamond Lighting upgrades be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 993-710-5040, Replace Island Park North Ball Lights.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8714 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0155)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc. to provide engineering and construction documents for Dr. M.L. King Community Center Gym Lighting upgrades. (Res. No. 13-0155) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-25-13: That the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc. to provide engineering and construction documents for Dr. M.L. King Community Center Gym Lighting upgrades be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 993-660-5010, King LED Light Replacement.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8715 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0156)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Mattes Architects & Designers, LLC., to provide architectural design and details for Mound Cemetery ADA Restroom Project. (Res. No. 13-0156) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-25-13: That the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Mattes Architects & Designers, LLC., to provide architectural design and details for Mound Cemetery ADA Restroom Project be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 207-993-5210, Mound Cemetery ADA Restroom.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8716 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0157)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Mattes Architects & Designers, LLC., to provide architectural design and details for Graceland Cemetery Section 23 Cremation Area Project. (Res. No. 13-0157) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-25-13: That the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Mattes Architects & Designers, LLC., to provide architectural design and details for Graceland Cemetery Section 23 Cremation Area Project be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 207-993-5520.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8731 A Communication from Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (Res. No. 13-0158)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with The Davey Tree Expert Company for GIS-Based Tree Inventory Services. (Res. No. 13-0158) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-25-13: That the request from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with The Davey Tree Expert Company for GIS-Based Tree Inventory Services be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 786-020-5850, Urban Forestry Grant Program($25,000) and 992-700-5150 CIP Budget ($45,000).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8752 A Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Serivces (Res. No. 13-0159)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting bidding be waived to purchase a 2012 Case Farmall 94, 4wd Tractor with Cab, and to authorize the Purchasing Agent to negotiate with Otter Sales and Service. (Res. No. 13-0159) Recommendation of the Public Safety & Licensing Committee on 3-25-13: That the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting bidding be waived to purchase a 2012 Case Farmall 94, 4wd Tractor with Cab, and to authorize the Purchasing Agent to negotiate with Otter Sales and Service be approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 943-700-5030 Parks - JX95 Tractor Urban ($62,000.00).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8725 A Communication from George Oates, President, Racine Curling Club (1914 Melvin Ave.), requesting the removal of two "No Parking" signs located on the south side of Melvin Avenue directly across from the Curling Club.CommunicationSubject: Communication from George Oates, President, Racine Curling Club (1914 Melvin Ave.), requesting the removal of two "No Parking" signs located on the south side of Melvin Avenue directly across from the Curling Club. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 03-18-13: The request to remove the "No parking from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. except on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays" be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8758 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 94-141 (6) of Schedule F of the MunicipalCommunicationSubject: 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 94-141 (6) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. except on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays" be amended: By Deleting: 1. Melvin Avenue, south side, from 220 feet east of Mt. Pleasant Street east 220 feet.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8554 A (Direct Referral) Communication from Sherry Trentadue-Forman (231 Wickham Blvd.) wishing to discuss additional bus stops at Menards, Wal-Mart and Goodwill.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Sherry Trentadue-Forman (231 Wickham Blvd.) wishing to discuss additional bus stops at Menards, Wal-Mart and Goodwill. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 02-20-13: Defer Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 03-27-13: Receive and File. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8555 A (Direct Referral) Communication from Mary Newbold wishing to discuss reduced fare BUS policy.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Mary Newbold wishing to discuss reduced fare BUS policy. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 02-20-13: Defer Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 03-27-13: Receive and File. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8768 A Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager wishing to review Parking Utility operation issues including: 1) Surface Lot #5 operational issue impacts, 2) Five minute grace period meter demonstration project and 3) Ramp equipment maintenanceCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager wishing to review Parking Utility operation issues including: 1) Surface Lot #5 operational issue impacts, 2) Five minute grace period meter demonstration project and 3) Ramp equipment maintenance options. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 03-27-13: Receive and File. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8769 A Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager wishing to review Transit Utility operation issues including: 1) Disposal/sale of fourteen 1997 NOVA buses and related parts, 2) Review of Public Comments from the Transit Development Plan public oCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager wishing to review Transit Utility operation issues including: 1) Disposal/sale of fourteen 1997 NOVA buses and related parts, 2) Review of Public Comments from the Transit Development Plan public outreach meetings, 3) Six month evaluation of Route 27 change, 4) Six month evaluation of UW/Parkside service, 5) BUS General Manager's February Operations Reports, and 6) Change of April and May Commission meeting dates. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 03-27-13: Receive and File. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8770 A Communication from the Transit and Parking Commission Manager requesting to extend the existing BUS exterior advertising contract to allow for a smooth transition from existing parameters to revised parameters calling for potential limited "shrink-wraps"CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Transit and Parking Commission Manager requesting to extend the existing BUS exterior advertising contract to allow for a smooth transition from existing parameters to revised parameters calling for potential limited "shrink-wraps" of the 10 oldest buses. Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 03-27-13: Receive and File. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8790 A Res.13-0138CommunicationSubject: (Res.13-0138) Preliminary Resolution - Street Dedication for the Southwest Corner of State and Spring Street. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-27-13: That the dedication is consistent with City plans and programs and that the resolution be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8549 A Request to transfer 2423 and 2429 Jacato Drive to Racine Community Outpost. (Res. No. 13-0160)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from the Director of City Development to transfer 2423 & 2429 Jacato Drive to Racine Community Outpost. (Res. No. 13-0160) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on March 21, 2013: To approve dividing the lot at 2429 Jacato Drive (parcel no. 19223004) and transfer a part (as necessary) to the Community Outpost house at 2437 Jacato Drive (parcel no. 19223005) to make it a conforming lot. The remaining part of 2429 and 2423 Jacato Drive will be joined into one lot and continue to be City property. Further recommends that the property retained by the City be leased for community gardens as an interim use. Fiscal Note: Transferring and leasing the properties as recommended will reduce the cost of property maintenance (grass cutting, snow shoveling) to the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8760 A Request of the Director of City Development to accept the proposal of Land Quest Realty, LLC to acquire 2036 Grand Avenue (an NSP-3 property). (Res. No. 13-0161)CommunicationSubject: Request from the Director of City Development to accept the proposal of Land Quest Realty, LLC to acquire 2036 Grand Avenue (an NSP-3 property). (Res. No. 13-0161) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on March 21, 2013: to accept the proposal of Land Quest, LLC to purchase 2036 Grand Avenue for $44,000 subject to the conditions in the City's request for proposals, and that the Mayor, City Clerk and Director of City Development be authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale. Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and rehabilitated through the NSP-3 program. The City will receive $44,000 in proceeds, minus closing costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
12-7248 A Ord. 6-13, relating to prohibiting weapons in the City of Racine and City of Racine municipal buildings. (Ord. 06-13)CommunicationSubject: Ord. 6-13, relating to prohibiting weapons in the City of Racine and City of Racine municipal buildings. (Ord. 06-13) Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 03-19-2013: that Ord. 6-13, as amended, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
13-8695 A Communication from Bryan D. Albrecht, President and CEO of Gateway Technical College wishing to discuss the referendum that will be on the April 2, 2013 ballotCommunicationSubject: Communication from Bryan D. Albrecht, President and CEO of Gateway Technical College wishing to discuss the referendum that will be on the April 2, 2013 ballot. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 03-19-2013: the Item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0130 A Razing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington AvenueResolutionRazing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue Resolved, that Change Orders No. 1 and No. 2 on Official Notice No. 18, Razing and Removal of Commercial Structure at 1516 Washington Avenue, Azarian Wrecking, contractor, is approved in the amount of $26,144.16. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these change orders be appropriated from Account 101.370.5990, Boarding Up Buildings, and will be invoiced to the current property owner.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0146 A Purchase of Manhole CoversResolutionPurchase of Manhole Covers Resolved, that the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures is approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further resolved, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized and directed to negotiate with Neenah Foundry for the purchase of Neenah Foundry materials. Fiscal Note: These negotiations will be done on an as-needed basis.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0147 A 2013 CDBG Concrete ReconstructionResolution2013 CDBG Concrete Reconstruction Resolved, that Contract 8-13 (K3-008), 2013 CDBG Concrete Reconstruction, is awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $550,022.39, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $141,779.97 - Account 893.030.5540, CDBG Paving $320,342.42 - Account 993.908.5020, Concrete Pvmt. Repl. Misc. $ 49,369.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewers, Misc. $ 38,531.00 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewers, Var. Loc. $550,022.39 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0148 A 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase I (R1)Resolution2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase I (R1) Resolved, that Contract 14-13 (K3-014), 2013 Alley Paving Assessable, Phase I (R1), is awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, at their bid price of $422,289.79, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following accounts: $ 59,046.00 - Account 104.993.5420, Storm Sewer, Misc. Loc. (2013) $ 19,156.00 - Account 287.993.5310, Sanitary Sewer, Var. Loc. (2013) $ 34,074.78 - Account 993.908.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2013) $310,013.01 - Account 906.000.5030, Concrete Alley Paving (2013) $422,289.79 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0149 A Preliminary Resolution for Sidewalk on Seventeenth Street Between Indiana Street and Kentucky StreetResolutionPreliminary - Ten (10) Year Benefits and Damages 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: SIDEWALK Seventeenth Street between Indiana Street and Kentucky Street 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. Preliminary or final plans and specifications for said improvement. b. An estAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0150 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 2-13 (K3-002), IS Server Room AC UpgradeResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 2-13 (K3-002), IS Server Room AC Upgrade Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 2-13 (K3-002), Professional Services - IS Server Room AC Upgrade, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,500.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 993.100.5030, City Hall-IS Server Room AC Update.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0151 A Contract 27-13 (K3-028), Professional Services - Safety Building Parking Deck RepairsResolutionContract 27-13 (K3-028), Professional Services - Safety Building Parking Deck Repairs Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Arnold & O’Sheridan, Inc. for Contract 27-13 (K3-028), Professional Services - Safety Building Parking Deck Repairs, in the not-to-exceed amount of $6,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Account 993.210.5010, Safety Building-Structural Leak Repairs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0142 A VISTA VolunteersResolutionFunds for VISTA Volunteers from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Funds for the Launch Box Initiative and the Department of City Development, and the Sustainable Edible Economic Development Initiative Resolved, that the Authority supports the use of $22,000.00 from the Intergovernmental Sewer Revenue Sharing fund for matching funds for VISTA volunteers for business development programs. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with the University of Wisconsin-Parkside for two VISTA volunteers to help staff economic development efforts. Fiscal Note: The City has the opportunity to again obtain two VISTA volunteers. The volunteers would be utilized to support activities related to economic development initiatives. During this grant cycle, activities of the Launch Box business development initiative, the Department of City Development, and Sustainable Edible Economic Development (SEED) would be assisted. The VISTA program requires a local match/stipend of $11,000.00 per volunteer. Funds are available in the InteAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0143 A Termination of Tax Incremental District No. 6 (Main - Lake)ResolutionTermination of Tax Incremental District No. 6 (Main - Lake) Resolved, that permission is granted to close Tax Incremental District No. 6 (Main - Lake). That the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to submit the necessary forms and reports to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0144 A Termination of Tax Incremental District No. 7 (Gaslight Drive)ResolutionTermination of Tax Incremental District No. 7 (Gaslight Drive) Resolved, that permission is granted to close Tax Incremental District No. 7 (Gaslight Drive). That the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to submit the necessary forms and reports to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0145 A Wal-Mart Foundation's Local Community Contribution/Hunger Outreach Grant ProgramResolutionWal-Mart Foundation's Local Community Contribution / Hunger Outreach Grant Program Resolved, that permission is granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply and accept the Wal-Mart Foundation's Local Community Contribution / Hunger Outreach Grant Program in the amount of $2,500.00 for Back to School fest. (Grant Control #2013-009) Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0153 A Laurel Clark Fountain Mechanical Service ContractResolutionLaurel Clark Fountain Mechanical Service Contract Resolved, that formal bidding is waived and the Purchasing Agent is authorized to negotiate with Absolute Mechanical & Plumbing, LLC for a 3 year mechanical service contract, beginning May 2013 & ending November 2016 for the Laurel Clark Fountain is approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 101-700-5630, Major Maintenance Replacement - Parks.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0154 A Island Park, North Softball Diamond Lighting UpgradesResolutionIsland Park, North Softball Diamond Lighting Upgrades Resolved, that the request for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc. to provide engineering and construction documents for Island Park, North Softball Diamond Lighting upgrades is approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 993-710-5040, Replace Island Park North Ball Lights.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0155 A Dr. M.L. King Community Center Gym Lighting UpgradesResolutionDr. M.L. King Community Center Gym Lighting Upgrades Resolved, that the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with David L. Hanson & Associates, Inc. to provide engineering and construction documents for Dr. M.L. King Community Center Gym Lighting upgrades is approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 993-660-5010, King LED Light Replacement.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0156 A Mound Cemetery ADA Restroom ProjectResolutionMound Cemetery ADA Restroom Project Resolved, that the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Mattes Architects & Designers, LLC., to provide architectural design and details for Mound Cemetery ADA Restroom Project is approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 207-993-5210, Mound Cemetery ADA Restroom.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0157 A Graceland Cemetery Section 23 Cremation Area ProjectResolutionGraceland Cemetery Section 23 Cremation Area Project Resolved, that the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Mattes Architects & Designers, LLC., to provide architectural design and details for Graceland Cemetery Section 23 Cremation Area Project is approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 207-993-5520.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0158 A GIS-Based Tree Inventory ServicesResolutionGIS-Based Tree Inventory Services Resolved, that the request from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting formal bidding be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate with The Davey Tree Expert Company for GIS-Based Tree Inventory Services is approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 786-020-5850, Urban Forestry Grant Program ($25,000.00) and 992-700-5150 CIP Budget ($45,000.00).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0159 A 2012 Case Farmall 94 TractorResolution2012 Case Farmall 94 Tractor Resolved, that the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting bidding be waived to purchase a 2012 Case Farmall 94, 4wd tractor with cab, and to authorize the Purchasing Agent to negotiate with Otter Sales and Service is approved. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 943-700-5030 Parks - JX95 Tractor Urban ($62,000.00).AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0160 A Transfer 2423 & 2429 Jacato Drive to Racine Community OutpostResolutionTransfer 2423 & 2429 Jacato Drive to Racine Community Outpost Resolved, that it is approved to divide the lot at 2429 Jacato Drive (Parcel No. 19223004) and transfer a part (as necessary) to the Community Outpost house at 2437 Jacato Drive (Parcel No. 19223005) to make it a conforming lot. The remaining part of 2429 and 2423 Jacato Drive will be joined into one lot and continue to be City property. Further resolved, that the property retained by the City be leased for community gardens as an interim use. Fiscal Note: Transferring and leasing the properties as recommended will reduce the cost of property maintenance (grass cutting, snow shoveling) to the City.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0161 A Acquire 2036 Grand AvenueResolutionAcquire 2036 Grand Avenue Resolved, that the proposal of Land Quest, LLC to purchase 2036 Grand Avenue (an NSP-3 property) for $44,000.00 subject to the conditions in the City's request for proposals is approved; and the Mayor, City Clerk and Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale. Fiscal Note: The property was acquired and rehabilitated through the NSP-3 program. The City will receive $44,000.00 in proceeds, minus closing costs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.13-0152 A FINAL RESOLUTION - STREET PAVINGResolutionFINAL RESOLUTION - STREET PAVING Final - Ten (10) Year Benefits & Damages WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 26th day of March, 2013 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 Oakwood Drive - Kings Circle to Emstan Hills Road CURB & GUTTER Oakwood Drive - Kings Circle to Emstan Hills Road NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows: 1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works 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 theReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.07-13 A Ordinance 07-13 - Sexual Offender Residency RestrictionsOrdinanceOrdinance 07-13 An ordinance creating Chapter 3, Sections 3.1 - 3.12, of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin relating to sexual offender residency restrictions. Part 1: Chapter 3, Sections 3.1 - 3.12 of the City of Racine ordinances relating to Residency Restrictions for Sexual Offenders is hereby created to read as follows: “Section 3.1. - Sexual offender residency restrictions. (1) Finding and intent. (a) Repeat sexual offenders, sexual offenders who use physical violence and sexual offenders who prey on children are sexual predators who present an extreme threat to public safety. Sexual offenders are likely to use physical violence; and most sexual offenders commit many offenses, have many more victims than are ever reported, and are prosecuted for only a fraction of their crimes. Thus, the cost of sexual offenders to society at large is difficult to calculate. (b) It is the intent of this ordinance not to impose a criminal penalty, but instead to serve the City’s compelling interest to promote, protect, and improve the healReferred  Action details Not available
13-8800 A SPRING ELECTION RESULTS - 4-2-2013CommunicationSubject: REPORT OF THE SPRING ELECTION HELD ON 4-2-2013 STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) SS COUNTY OF RACINE ) 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 SHIELDS THIRD DISTRICT MELISSA KAPRELIAN-BECKER FIFTH DISTRICT RAYMOND DEHAHN SEVENTH DISTRICT TERRY MCCARTHY NINTH DISTRICT GREG HELDING ELEVENTH DISTRICT JIM MORGENROTH THIRTEENTH DISTRICT EDWARD E. DIEHL FIFTEENTH DISTRICT Resolved, that the following named person be and they are hereby declared elected to the office of Alderperson for the City of Racine for the ensuing term of one year. HENRY PEREZ TWELFTH DISTRICT CITY REFERENDUM Yes -1737 NO - 5745 THESE ARE UNOFFICIAL RESULTS - SEE ATTACHED LIST TO LEGISTAR FILE FOR BREAKDOWN BY DISTRICT AND WARD Dated this 3rd day of April, 2013 ______________________________ Approved as Presented  Action details Not available