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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 3/17/2015 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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15-00042 A Analysis of Impediments City of Racine (Res No. 15-0122)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice for the City of Racine. (Res No. 15-0122) As a condition for receipt of community development funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the City of Racine is required to affirmatively further fair housing. One means of doing so is to conduct periodically an Analysis of Impediments (AI) to Fair Housing Choice. Recommendation of the Affirmative Action/Human Rights Commission on 2-12-15: That the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, dated February 2015, be approved. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-5-15: That the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, dated February 2015, be approved. Further recommends that the Director of City Development be authorized to include the Analysis of Impediments in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan for transmittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Fiscal Note: N/A. An updated Analysis of Impediments is a requirement for receipt oHis Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed  Action details Not available
15-00248 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #1-2015, for one (1) Zodiac Rec Pro 550 with water access ladder and a manufacturer approved trailer. (Res. No. 15-0155)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #1-2015, for one (1) Zodiac Rec Pro 550 with water access ladder and a manufacturer approved trailer. (Res. No. 15-0155) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: The purchase of (1) Zodiac Rec Pro 550 with water access ladder with manufacturer approved trailer from Official Notice #1-2015, be awarded to Reed Yacht Sales at their bid price of $39,237, they being the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Bid price of $39,237 with funds available in accounts in 45030 57300 and 20618 57300.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00247 A Bukacek Construction requesting to discuss their opposition to the proposed plan to rebuild the 2400 block of Summit Avenue. (Res No. 15-0131)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Bukacek Construction requesting to discuss their opposition to the proposed plan to rebuild the 2400 block of Summit Avenue. (Res No. 15-0131) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-31-15: That Resolution 14-0229, of May 20, 2014, be amended by deleting: Sidewalk Summit Avenue - Layard Avenue to the Dead End and, as amended, Resolution 14-0229, of May 20, 2014, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
14-10387 A Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. (Res No. 15-0100)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. (Res No. 15-0100) Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on July 21, 2014: Deferred Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Recommends that the communication be received and filed. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Recommends that the item be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 09, 2014: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: Approve a study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on February 09, 2015: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on February 23, 2015: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on March 9, 2015: To approve the purchase two radar detection speed feedback signs to temporarily be instaAmendedPass Action details Video Video
14-10387 A Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. (Res No. 15-0100)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a traffic study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. (Res No. 15-0100) Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on July 21, 2014: Deferred Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Recommends that the communication be received and filed. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Recommends that the item be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on December 09, 2014: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: Approve a study be conducted on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on February 09, 2015: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on February 23, 2015: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on March 9, 2015: To approve the purchase two radar detection speed feedback signs to temporarily be instaAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
15-00154 A Westminster Dr. WM Joint Agrmt w/Sturtevant (Res No. 15-0096)CommunicationSubject: Inter-Municipal Water Main Agreement Between Racine Water Utility and the Village of Sturtevant Regarding Westminster Drive (Res No. 15-0096) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 2/24/15: Approve. Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a Joint Agreement with the Village of Sturtevant for the reconstruction of Westminster Drive from 86th Street to approximately 550 feet east. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/9/15: Authorize that the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a Joint Agreement with the Village of Sturtevant for the reconstruction of Westminster Drive from 86th Street to approximately 550 feet east. Fiscal Note: Funds have been provided for in the Water Utility 2015 Capital Improvement ProgramApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00187 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for $5,415.00. (Res No. 15-0097)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for $5,415.00. (Res No. 15-0097) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03/09/15: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for $5,415.00 (Grant control #2014-038). Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00188 A Communication from the Director of PRCS (Res No. 15-0098)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services submitting Change Order #2 and also requesting final payment on Contract 27-14 (K4-027) Douglas Park Asphalt Improvements. (Res No. 15-0098) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03/09/15: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 27-14 (K4-027), Douglas Park Asphalt Improvements (R1), Johnson and Sons Paving, LLC, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $15,644.23 with $10,644.73 appropriated from 45050-57500, Chavez Parking Lot Repaving and $5,000 appropriated from 45050-57110, Parks Land Improvements. Further Recommend that final payment be authorized for a total contract amount of $257,502.11. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. The Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-3438, dated August 14, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00191 A Communication from the Director of PRCS (Res No. 15-0099)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply for $30,000.00 in grant funds from the Racine Dominican Mission Fund for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts program. (Res No. 15-0099) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03/09/15: Permission be granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for and accept $30,000.00 in grant funds from the Racine Dominican Mission Fund for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts program (Grant number 00025). Fiscal Note: No match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00190 A Proposal for Contract 22-15 (K5-022), PS - Recycling Services, Corporate Images, Inc., consultant. (Res No. 15-0102)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for Contract 22-15 (K5-022), PS - Recycling Services, Corporate Images, Inc., consultant. (Res No. 15-0102) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Corporate Images, Inc., on Contract 22-15 (K5-022), PS - Recycling Services, in the not-to-exceed amount of $5,100. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 22140-52200, Recycling - Contracted Services. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00192 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant. (Res No. 15-0106)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting Amendment No. 1 to Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant. (Res No. 15-0106) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $58,000. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $52,500 - Org-Object 1400740-52100, Main St. Bridge - Professional Services $ 5,500 - Org-Object 14008-52100, Bridges-Professional Services $58,000 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00200 A Communication from the Mayor recommending that the Common Council rescind Resolution 15-0047. (Res No. 15-0107)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Mayor recommending that the Common Council rescind Resolution 15-0047. (Res No. 15-0107) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: Rescind Resolution 15-0047. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
15-00203 A Bid results on Contract 15-15 (K5-015), Pershing Drive, Boat Launch and Lakefront Lot No. 5 Reconstruction. (Res No. 15-0108)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 15-15 (K5-015), Pershing Drive, Boat Launch and Lakefront Lot No. 5 Reconstruction. (Res No. 15-0108) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That Contract 15-15 (K5-015), Pershing Drive, Boat Launch and Lakefront Lot No. 5 Reconstruction, be awarded to A.W. Oakes and Son, Inc., at their bid price of $1,059,920.90. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 112,500.00 - Org-Object 20125-57110, State Grant-DNR-DPW-Land Improv. $ 15,480.00 - Org-Object 20125-57110, State Grant-DNR-DPW-Land Improv. $ 160,000.00 - Org-Object 45050-57110, Parks-Boat Launch Parking Lot $ 13,760.00 - Org-Object 45050-57110, Parks-Boat Launch Wash Station $ 140,000.00 - Org-Object 45050-57500, Parks,Pershing Park Dr. $ 178,194.00 - Org-Object 60383-57110, Parking-Land Improvements $ 180,486.90 - Org-Object 60484-57110, Storm Water Utility $ 259,500.00 - Org-ObjectApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00204 A Final payment on Contract 16-13 (K3-016), PS - 2013 Pavement Inspections & Planning, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant. (Res No. 15-0110)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 16-13 (K3-016), PS - 2013 Pavement Inspections & Planning, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 15-0110) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That the work done by AECOM, under Contract 16-13 (K3-016), PS - 2013 Pavement Inspections & Planning, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $75,449.64. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0053, dated February 5, 2013.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00205 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-14 (K4-011), 2014 Concrete Reconstruction (R1), Stark Asphalt, contractor. (Res No. 15-0109)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-14 (K4-011), 2014 Concrete Reconstruction (R1), Stark Asphalt, contractor. (Res No. 15-0109) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-14 (K4-011), 2014 Concrete Reconstruction (R1), Stark Asphalt, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($46,970.35). Further recommends that the funding Org-Objects be adjusted by the following amounts: $ 21,006.19 - 994.908.5020 (Org-Object 45040-57500, Concrete Paving Repl. Misc.) ($ 2,950.00) - 930.090.5850 (Org-Object 40102-57580, Lead Water Service Repl.) $ 103,182.44 - 287.994.5020 (Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer Concrete Paving) $ 9,404.00 - 994.590.5010 (Org-Object 45040-57520, Replace City Circuits) ($ 1,160.00) - 104.994.5420 (Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers Misc.) ($176,452.98) - 930.091.5850 (Org-Object 40102-57560, 2014 Racine Wastewater Interceptor) ($ 46Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00207 A Proposal for Contract 24-15 (K5-024), PS - Library Chiller Replacement. (Res No. 15-0103)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for Contract 24-15 (K5-024), PS - Library Chiller Replacement. (Res No. 15-0103) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Angus Young, on Contract 24-15 (K5-024), PS - Library Chiller Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $19,800. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 22055-57200, Library Chiller. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00208 A Proposal for Contract 25-15 (K5-025), PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements. (Res No. 15-0104)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works submitting a proposal for Contract 25-15 (K5-025), PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements. (Res No. 15-0104) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Angus Young, on Contract 25-15 (K5-025), PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements, in the not-to-exceed amount of $14,200. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 6,200 - Org-Object 45040-57200, Annex-Probation & Parole AC Replacement $ 8,000 - Org-Object 50008-57200, Wustum-Replace Air Handlers $14,200 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00209 A Proposal for Contract 26-15 (K5-026), PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacements. (Res No. 15-0105)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for Contract 26-15 (K5-026), PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacements. (Res No. 15-0105) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Angus Young, on Contract 26-15 (K5-026), PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacements, in the not-to-exceed amount of $13,600. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 5,600 - Org-Object 45050-57200, Parks Service Center Rooftop Unit $ 3,500 - Org-Object 45040-57200, Equipment Garage Rooftop Unit $ 4,500 - Org-Object 45040-57201, Traffic Rooftop Unit $13,600 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00210 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor. (Res No. 15-0112)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Change Order No. 1 to Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor. (Res No. 15-0112) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($9,585.99). Further recommends that the funding Org-Objects be adjusted by the following amounts: $ 26,027.35 - 994.908.5020 (Org-Object 45040-57500, Concrete Pvmt., Rpl. Misc./DPW-Paving) ($ 10,381.43) - 287.994.5310 (Org-Object 22640-57560, San. Sewers, Var. Loc./San. Sewers) ($ 49,089.41) - 994.000.5050 (Org-Object 40101-57560, CDBG Sanitary Fund/Sanitary Sewers) $ 23,857.50 - 104.994.5420 (Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers Misc./Storm Sewers) ($ 9,585.99) - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00211 A Final payment on Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor. (Res No. 15-0113)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 15-0113) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under Contract 07-14 9K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $2,069,825.06. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0158, dated April 14, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00212 A Proposal for Contract 27-15 (K5-027), PS - Kinzie/Roosevelt I/I Investigation. (Res No. 15-0114)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 27-15 (K5-027), PS - Kinzie/Roosevelt I/I Investigation, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 15-0114) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM, on Contract 27-15 (K5-027), PS - Kinzie/Roosevelt I/I Investigation, in the not-to-exceed amount of $48,300. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $24,150 - Org-Object 22640-52100, Sanitary Sewer Professional Services $24,150 - Org-Object 60484-52100, Storm Water Professional Services $48,300 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00213 A Final payment on Contract 44-14 (K4-044), PS - Lake Michigan Pathway - Phase 4 Conceptual Layout, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 15-0111)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting a request for final payment on Contract 44-14 (K4-044), PS - Lake Michigan Pathway - Phase 4 Conceptual Layout, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 15-0111) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That the work done by AECOM, under Contract 44-14 (K4-044), PS - Lake Michigan Pathway - Phase 4 Conceptual Layout, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $3,262.50. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0326, dated August 4, 2014.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00214 A Communication to rescind Legislative File 15-00115 relating to Ord. 02-15.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication to rescind Legislative File 15-00115 relating to Ord. 02-15. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: Rescind Legislative File 15-00115 relating to Ord. 02-15. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 04-08-15: That the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00217 A Funding for Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street. (Res. No. 15-0153)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer wishing to discuss funding for Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street. (Res. No. 15-0153) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: Recommendation to advance funding from current and prior years bond issues, as well as backstopping any CDBG funding shortfall that may occur. Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 04-13-15: $700,000 in anticipated 2015 CDBG funding for Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street, be advanced from current and prior years bond issues as well as backstopping any CDBG funding shortfall that may occur. Fiscal Note: The 2015-2024 CIP anticipates $700,000 in CDBG funding for Concrete Pavement Replacement.ReferredPass Action details Not available
15-00218 A Purchasing Agent submitting bids on Official Notice No. 2-2015, TWO (2) 35,000 GVW 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump Trucks with Snowplow, Tailgate Material Spreader and Liquid Dispensing System. (Res No. 15-0101)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids on Official Notice No. 2-2015, TWO (2) 35,000 GVW 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump Trucks with Snowplow, Tailgate Material Spreader and Liquid Dispensing System. (Res No. 15-0101) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-10-15: That Official Notice No. 2-2015, Two (2) 35,000 GVW 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump Trucks with Snowplow, Tailgate Material Spreader and Liquid Dispensing System, be awarded to Lakeside International Trucks of Milwaukee, WI with Monroe Truck's Equipment, at their bid price of $288,274 less the $7,000 offered for the trade vehicles, they being the lowest responsible bidder. Lakeside's net bid accepting offer is $281,274. Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in Org-Object 45140-57310, Licensed Vehicles.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00186 A Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report of bids received on the sale of abandoned vehicles (February 23, 2015).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report of bids received on the sale of abandoned vehicles (February 23, 2015). Recommendation of the March 10, 2015 Public Safety and Licensing Committee: That the item be Received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder from the two bids was Sturtevant Auto Salvage. Fiscal Note: This will generate $17, 248.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00121 A CU 2051 Mead Street (Res No. 15-0115)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Ilene Zinn to operate an adult daycare facility at 2051 Mead Street. (Res No. 15-0115) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-11-15: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00219 A 2-Lot CSM CVS (Res No. 15-0116)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Review of a 2-Lot Certified Survey Map for the Southwest corner of Durand Avenue and Lathrop Avenue for CVS. (Res No. 15-0116) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-10-15: That item be approved subject to the revised Certified Survey Map being routed for departmental review, and that all technical discrepancies as identified by Staff be resolved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00220 A 4-Lot CSM 5201 Washington Avenue (Res No. 15-0117)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Review of a 4-Lot Certified Survey Map for property located at 5201 Washington Avenue. (Res No. 15-0117) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-11-15: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00222 A Massage Establishments (Ord. 03-15)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request for ordinance amendment regarding massage establishments and dance studios. (Ord. 03-15) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-11-15: That an ordinance be prepared that amends Chapter 114 to allow massage therapy establishments on the ground floor level within the B-4 zoning district and additional zoning districts of B-2 and B-3, and that a public hearing be scheduled before the Common Council. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00223 A CU 1921 Charles Street (Res No. 15-0116)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A conditional use request from Larry Vail to operate an indoor contractor storage facility at 1921 Charles Street. (Res No. 15-0116) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-11-15: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00224 A CU 2811 Russet Street (Res No. 15-0119)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A conditional use request from Vincent Milewski, representing Tri City Bank, to construct a drive-through banking facility with ATM at 2811 Russet Street. (Res No. 15-0119) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-11-15: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00225 A CU 3425 Kinzie Avenue (Res No. 15-0120)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Antonio Wilkerson seeking a conditional use permit to allow a convenience store at 3425 Kinzie Avenue. (Res No. 15-0120) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-11-15: That the item be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10801 A Section 3 Policy (Res No. 15-0121)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of City Development requesting adoption of a Section 3 Policy for Community Development Funding. (Res No. 15-0121) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-5-15: That the Section 3 Implementation Plan, dated February 2015, be approved. Further recommends that the Director of City Development be authorized to transmit the approved the Section 3 Implementation Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Fiscal Note: N/A. Any matters affected by the Section 3 Policy will be submitted to the Council for individual action.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00141 A MOU for Homeless Management Information System (Res No. 15-0123)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Director of City Development for authorization to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Institute for Community Alliances for services related to the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). (Res No. 15-0123) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-5-15: That the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Institute for Community Alliances (ICA) for the city's participation in the 2015 Homeless Management Information System be approved. Further recommends that the appropriate city officials be authorized to execute the MOU with ICA. Fiscal Note: The 2015 cost for ICA's services will be $3,046.30. The cost will be paid from the Emergency Solutions Grant.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00194 B Matson (Res No. 15-0126)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Matthew Matson and Latoya Matson to purchase 3521 Haven, an NSP property. (Res No. 15-0126) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on March 5, 2015: To approve the request of the Director of City Development to accept the of Matthew Matson and Latoya Matson to purchase 3521 Haven, with contingencies as listed on attachment. Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the NSP-1 program. The City will receive $119,000 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00202 A Lambert (Res No. 15-0127)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Mr. John B. Lambert III to purchase 1643 Villa, a HOME property. (Res No. 15-0127) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on March 5, 2015: To approve the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Mr. John B. Lambert III to purchase 1643 Villa, with contingencies as listed on attachment. Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the HOME program. The City will receive $88,500 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
14-10729 A Offer to Purchase 1248 Washington Avenue (Res No. 15-0124)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Review of terms regarding an offer to purchase the property located at 1248 Washington Avenue. (Res No. 15-0124) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 3-2-15: That the lease and sale of 1248 Washington Avenue (parcel ID no. 10109000) to Robert G. DeMicchi be approved, and that the terms of the lease and sale are as outlined in Exhibit A, as attached. Further, that upon approval of the lease and sale by the Common Council, the Chairperson, Executive Director and City Attorney are authorized and directed to proceed with the lease and sale without further action by the Authority or Council. Fiscal Note: The lease will net the City payments of $11,250.00 for 2015 and $15,000.00 for 2016. The tenant will receive a $10,000.00 credit towards their 2016 lease payment if facade improvements are completed by December 1, 2015 thus netting to the City $5,000.00 for a 2016 lease payment. The tenant will purchase the property by December 31, 2016 netting the City an additional $43,750.00. The City will pay a $100.00 consideration fee to the purchasApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00199 A Business Expansion (Res No. 15-0125)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of financial assistance for the relocation and expansion of an existing business. (Res No. 15-0125) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 3-2-15: That the Authority supports the use of funding from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the financial assistance for Vista Dental. Further, that the financial assistance be conditioned upon Vista Dental agreeing to expand in Racine, acquire and relocate to 2200 South Street, and give preference to qualified job applicants residing in the City of Racine when filling open positions. Further, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a financial assistance agreement with Vista Dental in substantially the same form as outlined in the Memorandum from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation as attached. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing (919) account. Based on the properties 2014 assessed value, the estimated annual assistance to Vista Dental will be $12,233.00 and continue for a period of 10ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
14-10171 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator, on behalf of Wayne Clingman (236 Jones St.), requesting to amend portions of Chapter 10 in the Municipal Code of the City of Racine to permit the keeping of domesticated chickens in the City. (Ord. 04-15CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator, on behalf of Wayne Clingman (236 Jones St.), requesting to amend portions of Chapter 10 in the Municipal Code of the City of Racine to permit the keeping of domesticated chickens in the City. (Ord. 04-15) Recommendation of the Board of Health on March 10, 2015: Recommend to revise Ord. 4-15 for the keeping of Urban Chickens, including amendments to (Sec.10-1) Definitions and (Sec.10-4) Payment of Forfeiture in Lieu of Court Appearance in Chapter 10 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine for approval. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
15-00116 A Communication to Repeal & Recreate Section 70-101. - CLosing Hours (Ord. 01-15)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication to repeal & recreate Section 70-101 - Closing Hours of Chapter 70 Article III. Division of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine. (Ord. 01-15) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2-11-15: Defer Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3-1-15: That this be adopted as amended. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 4-8-15: That this be adopted as amended and further recommend a public hearing be scheduled before the Common Council. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
15-00120 A Jeff Collen, Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use City right-of-way and Monument Square on June 20, 2015 for the 37th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res No. 15-0128)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Jeff Collen, Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use City right-of-way and Monument Square on June 20, 2015 for the 37th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res No. 15-0128) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-24-15: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain City streets for the period of 6:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, June 20, 2015, and to close the following streets: Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic) Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street Wolf Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 A.M. Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00139 A The Color Run on May 23, 2015. (Res No. 15-0129)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kari Dawson, on behalf of Bigsley Event House, submitting a request to use City right-of-way for The Color Run on May 23, 2015. (Res No. 15-0129) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-24-15: Permission be granted to Bigsley Event House to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets, as indicated, on their race map, for The Color Run on Saturday, May 23, 2015. Pershing Park Drive from 6th Street to 11th Street 11th Street from Main Street to Pershing Park Drive Main Street from 10th Street to 11th Street 10th Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue Lake Avenue from 10th Street to State Street 6th Street from Pershing Park Drive to Center Street 7th Street from Lake Avenue to Center Street Main Street from 7th Street to Main Street Bridge Gaslight Drive from Lake Avenue to cul-de-sac 2nd Street from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue Wisconsin Avenue from 2nd Street to 3rd Street 3rd Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
15-00042 A Analysis of Impediments City of Racine (Res No. 15-0122)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice for the City of Racine. (Res No. 15-0122) As a condition for receipt of community development funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the City of Racine is required to affirmatively further fair housing. One means of doing so is to conduct periodically an Analysis of Impediments (AI) to Fair Housing Choice. Recommendation of the Affirmative Action/Human Rights Commission on 2-12-15: That the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, dated February 2015, be approved. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-5-15: That the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, dated February 2015, be approved. Further recommends that the Director of City Development be authorized to include the Analysis of Impediments in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan for transmittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Fiscal Note: N/A. An updated Analysis of Impediments is a requirement for receipt oApprovedPass Action details Video Video
Res.15-0096 A Inter-Municipal Water Main Agreement Regarding Westminster DriveResolutionInter-Municipal Water Main Agreement Regarding Westminster Drive Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into a Joint Agreement with the Village of Sturtevant for the reconstruction of Westminster Drive from 86th Street to approximately 550 feet east. Fiscal Note: Funds have been provided for in the Water Utility 2015 Capital Improvement Program.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0097 A Funding from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative NetworkResolutionFunding from Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network Resolved, that permission is granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept funding from the Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network for $5,415.00 (Grant Control #2014-038). Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0098 A Change Order #2 and Final Payment on Contract 27-14 (K4-027) Douglas Park Asphalt ImprovementsResolutionChange Order #2 and Final Payment on Contract 27-14 (K4-027) Douglas Park Asphalt Improvements Resolved, that Change Order No. 2 on Contract 27-14 (K4-027), Douglas Park Asphalt Improvements (R1), Johnson and Sons Paving, LLC, contractor, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $15,644.23 with $10,644.73 appropriated from 45050-57500, Chavez Parking Lot Repaving and $5,000 appropriated from 45050-57110, Parks Land Improvements. Further resolved, that final payment be authorized for a total contract amount of $257,502.11. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. The Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-3438, dated August 14, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0099 A Grant Funds from Racine Dominican Mission Fund for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts ProgramResolutionGrant Funds from Racine Dominican Mission Fund for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program Resolved, that permission is granted for the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to apply for and accept $30,000.00 in grant funds from the Racine Dominican Mission Fund for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts program (Grant Control #00025). Fiscal Note: No City match required.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0101 A Official Notice No. 2-2015: Purchase of Two (2) 35,000 GVW 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump Trucks with Snowplow, Tailgate Material Spreader and Liquid Dispensing SystemResolutionOfficial Notice No. 2-2015: Purchase of Two (2) 35,000 GVW 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump Trucks with Snowplow, Tailgate Material Spreader and Liquid Dispensing System Resolved, that Official Notice No. 2-2015, two (2) 35,000 GVW 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump Trucks with Snowplow, Tailgate Material Spreader and Liquid Dispensing System, is awarded to Lakeside International Trucks of Milwaukee, WI with Monroe Truck's Equipment, at its bid price of $288,274.00 less the $7,000.00 offered for the trade-in vehicles, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Lakeside's net bid accepting offer is $281,274.00. Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in Org-Object 45140-57310, Licensed Vehicles.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0102 A Contract 22-15 (K5-022), PS - Recycling ServicesResolutionContract 22-15 (K5-022), PS - Recycling Services Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Corporate Images, Inc., on Contract 22-15 (K5-022), PS - Recycling Services, in the not-to-exceed amount of $5,100.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 22140-52200, Recycling - Contracted Services.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0103 A Contract 24-15 (K5-024), PS - Library Chiller ReplacementResolutionContract 24-15 (K5-024), PS - Library Chiller Replacement Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Angus Young, on Contract 24-15 (K5-024), PS - Library Chiller Replacement, in the not-to-exceed amount of $19,800.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 22055-57200, Library Chiller.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0104 A Contract 25-15 (K5-025), PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC ReplacementsResolutionContract 25-15 (K5-025), PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Angus Young, on Contract 25-15 (K5-025), PS - Wustum Museum & City Hall Annex HVAC Replacements, in the not-to-exceed amount of $14,200.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 6,200.00 - Org-Object 45040-57200, Annex-Probation & Parole AC Replacement $ 8,000.00 - Org-Object 50008-57200, Wustum-Replace Air Handlers $14,200.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0105 A Contract 26-15 (K5-026), PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC ReplacementsResolutionContract 26-15 (K5-026), PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacements Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Angus Young, on Contract 26-15 (K5-026), PS - Park Service Center, Traffic Department & Equipment Garage HVAC Replacements, in the not-to-exceed amount of $13,600.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 5,600.00 - Org-Object 45050-57200, Parks Service Center Rooftop Unit $ 3,500.00 - Org-Object 45040-57200, Equipment Garage Rooftop Unit $ 4,500.00 - Org-Object 45040-57201, Traffic Rooftop Unit $13,600.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0106 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch RemovalResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 46-14 (K4-046), PS - State Street Bridge Deck Hatch Removal, Ayres Associates, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $58,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $52,500.00 - Org-Object 1400740-52100, Main St. Bridge - Professional Services $ 5,500.00 - Org-Object 14008-52100, Bridges-Professional Services $58,000.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0108 A Contract 15-15 (K5-015), Pershing Drive, Boat Launch and Lakefront Lot No. 5 ReconstructionResolutionContract 15-15 (K5-015), Pershing Drive, Boat Launch and Lakefront Lot No. 5 Reconstruction Resolved, that Contract 15-15 (K5-015), Pershing Drive, Boat Launch and Lakefront Lot No. 5 Reconstruction, is awarded to A.W. Oakes and Son, Inc., at their bid price of $1,059,920.90. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 112,500.00 - Org-Object 20125-57110, State Grant-DNR-DPW-Land Improv. $ 15,480.00 - Org-Object 20125-57110, State Grant-DNR-DPW-Land Improv. $ 160,000.00 - Org-Object 45050-57110, Parks-Boat Launch Parking Lot $ 13,760.00 - Org-Object 45050-57110, Parks-Boat Launch Wash Station $ 140,000.00 - Org-Object 45050-57500, Parks, Pershing Park Dr. $ 178,194.00 - Org-Object 60383-57110, Parking-Land Improvements $ 180,486.90 - Org-Object 60484-57110, Storm Water Utility $ 259,500.00 - Org-Object 60484-57110-84002, USEPA-Great Lakes Rest. Initiative Grant $1,059,920.90 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0109 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-14 (K4-011), 2014 Concrete Reconstruction (R1)ResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 11-14 (K4-011), 2014 Concrete Reconstruction (R1) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 11-14 (K4-011), 2014 Concrete Reconstruction (R1), Stark Asphalt, contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($46,970.35). Fiscal Note: Funding Org-Objects be adjusted by the following amounts: $ 21,006.19 - 994.908.5020 (Org-Object 45040-57500, Concrete Paving Repl. Misc.) ($ 2,950.00) - 930.090.5850 (Org-Object 40102-57580, Lead Water Service Repl.) $ 103,182.44 - 287.994.5020 (Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer Concrete Paving) $ 9,404.00 - 994.590.5010 (Org-Object 45040-57520, Replace City Circuits) ($ 1,160.00) - 104.994.5420 (Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers Misc.) ($176,452.98) - 930.091.5850 (Org-Object 40102-57560, 2014 Racine Wastewater Interceptor) ($ 46,970.35) - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0110 A Final Payment on Contract 16-13 (K3-016), PS - 2013 Pavement Inspections & PlanningResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 16-13 (K3-016), PS - 2013 Pavement Inspections & Planning Resolved, that the work done by AECOM, under Contract 16-13 (K3-016), PS - 2013 Pavement Inspections & Planning, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $75,449.64. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 13-0053, dated February 5, 2013.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0111 A Final Payment on Contract 44-14 (K4-044), PS - Lake Michigan Pathway - Phase 4 Conceptual LayoutResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 44-14 (K4-044), PS - Lake Michigan Pathway - Phase 4 Conceptual Layout Resolved, that the work done by AECOM, under Contract 44-14 (K4-044), PS - Lake Michigan Pathway - Phase 4 Conceptual Layout, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $3,262.50. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0326, dated August 4, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0112 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete ReconstructResolutionChange Order No. 1 to Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($9,585.99). Fiscal Note: Funding Org-Objects be adjusted by the following amounts: $ 26,027.35 - 994.908.5020 (Org-Object 45040-57500, Concrete Pvmt., Rpl. Misc./DPW-Paving) ($ 10,381.43) - 287.994.5310 (Org-Object 22640-57560, San. Sewers, Var. Loc./San. Sewers) ($ 49,089.41) - 994.000.5050 (Org-Object 40101-57560, CDBG Sanitary Fund/Sanitary Sewers) $ 23,857.50 - 104.994.5420 (Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers Misc./Storm Sewers) ($ 9,585.99) - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0113 A Final Payment on Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete ReconstructResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 07-14 (K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct Resolved, that the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under Contract 07-14 9K4-007), 2014 CDBG Concrete Reconstruct, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $2,069,825.06. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 14-0158, dated April 14, 2014.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0114 A Contract 27-15 (K5-027), PS - Kinzie/Roosevelt I/I InvestigationResolutionContract 27-15 (K5-027), PS - Kinzie/Roosevelt I/I Investigation Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM, on Contract 27-15 (K5-027), PS - Kinzie/Roosevelt I/I Investigation, in the not-to-exceed amount of $48,300.00. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $24,150.00 - Org-Object 22640-52100, Sanitary Sewer Professional Services $24,150.00 - Org-Object 60484-52100, Storm Water Professional Services $48,300.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0115 A Adult Day Care Facility at 2051 Mead StreetResolutionAdult Day Care Facility at 2051 Mead Street Resolved, that the request by Ilene Zinn to operate an adult day care facility at 2051 Mead Street, is approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans submitted to the Plan Commission on February 11, 2015, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and that all required permits, inspections, and licenses be obtained. c. That approval of this conditional use permit shall be contingent upon proof of property ownership, and the legal authorization for Ilene Zinn to have acted on behalf of Zinn Properties as the applicant. This information shall be provided to and verified by the City Attorney’s within 30 days of Common Council approval, and shall precede the issuance of all permits, granting of any agreements or loading zone approvals, and building occupancy. d. That no more than 15 individuals, including clientele and staff, shall be on-site at any time. Should the State of Wisconsin licensing for Adult Day Cares have stricter limitations on occupaAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0116 A 2-Lot Certified Survey Map for the Southwest corner of Durand Avenue and Lathrop Avenue for CVSResolution2-Lot Certified Survey Map for the Southwest corner of Durand Avenue and Lathrop Avenue for CVS Resolved, that Item 15-00219 is approved subject to the revised Certified Survey Map being routed for departmental review, and that all technical discrepencies as identified by Staff are resolved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0117 A 4-Lot Certified Survey Map for 5201 Washinton AvenueResolution4-Lot Certified Survey Map for 5201 Washinton Avenue Resolved, that the request for a 4-lot certified survey map for the Racine Shopping Center, addressed as 5201 Washington Avenue, is approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the certified survey map as prepared by Excel Engineering Inc. February 18, 2015 and presented to the Plan Commission on March 11, 2015 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all ownership documents shall be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney’s office prior to recording. c. That the map comply with all applicable Wisconsin State Statutory requirements (Ch. 236.34) and Racine Municipal Code requirements (Ch. 86) in its preparation. d. That it be illustrated and noted on the document “No Access” along the full length of the north line of Lot 1. e. That is be illustrated and noted on the document “No Access” for a distance of 140 feet south along the north/south line with the bearing of S00-49-24W for Lot 1. f. That approval shall be obtained from the Village of Mt. Pleasant. All requirements of thAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0118 A Indoor Contractor Storage Facility at 1921 Charles StreetResolutionIndoor Contractor Storage Facility at 1921 Charles Street Resolved, that the request for a conditional use to allow for an indoor contractor storage facility at 1921 Charles Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans submitted to the Plan Commission on March 11, 2015 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all applicable codes and ordinances shall be complied with and permits acquired. c. That there shall be no outdoor storage of building materials, vehicles, trailers, or any other materials at any time. d. That the access area from the curb cut to the concrete pad in the rear of the building shall be paved or asphalted to accommodate vehicular traffic prior to issuance of an occupancy permit. No parking is allowed in the rear of the building. e. That in the event the exterior improvements cannot be completed prior to request for occupancy, a financial surety shall be provided to the City in an amount equal to the cost of any outstanding work. The format of surety documents shall be subject to review and apprAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0119 A Drive-Up Teller and ATM Facility at 2811 Russet StreetResolutionDrive-Up Teller and ATM Facility at 2811 Russet Street Resolved, that the request by Tri City National Bank to construct a bank drive-up teller and ATM facility at 2811 Russet Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on March 11, 2015 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes and ordinances shall be complied with and required permits acquired. c. That the hours of operation shall be Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The drive-up ATM may operate 24/7. d. That all trash shall be removed from the site to the main bank facility on a daily basis. At no time may trash be stored outside the building. e. That signage is not approved with this plan. f. That the applicant shall provide color samples for the proposed building elevations to the Department of City Development for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit. g. That all lighting shall be shielded down, with full cut-off fixtures placed completely AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0120 A Convenience Store at 3425 Kinzie AvenueResolutionConvenience Store at 3425 Kinzie Avenue Resolved, that the request for a conditional use to allow for a convenience store at 3425 Kinzie Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on March 11, 2015 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes and ordinances shall be complied with and required permits acquired. c. That the hours of operation shall Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., and Saturday through Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. d. That The following shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for Review and approval of design and/or placement, and completed prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit: 1. Install decorative security lighting to the main entrance, 2. Provide a garbage can with a lid at the front of the property to prevent litter. 3. Provide flower pots outside of the business for decoration to maintain the surrounding residential character of the neighborhood, 4. Provide a bike rack for customersAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0121 A Adoption of a Section 3 Policy for Community Development FundingResolutionAdoption of a Section 3 Policy for Community Development Funding Rsolved, that the Section 3 Implementation Plan, dated February 2015, is approved. Further resolved, that the Director of City Development is authorized to transmit the approved the Section 3 Implementation Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Fiscal Note: N/A. Any matters affected by the Section 3 Policy will be submitted to the Council for individual action.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0122 A Anaylsis of Impediments to Fair Housing ChoiceResolutionAnaylsis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice WHEREAS, the City of Racine’s commitment to Fair Housing began with the adoption of Ordinance No. 2-68 regarding Equal Opportunities in Housing and the Duties of the Commission on Human Rights on February 20, 1968; and WHEREAS, the City has continued to further Fair Housing since 1968, including the preparation and approval of an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice in 1996 and again in 2007; and WHEREAS, the City, through the Department of City Development, has completed a new Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice based on the most current information available. RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine that the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, 2015, is hereby approved; and FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of City Development is authorized and directed to include the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, 2015, in the Five Year Consolidated Plan for Fiscal Years 2015 - 2019 when it is submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Fiscal NoAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0123 A Management Information System (HMIS)ResolutionManagement Information System (HMIS) Resolved, that the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Institute for Community Alliances (ICA) for the City's participation in the 2015 Homeless Management Information System is approved. Further resolved, that the appropriate City officials are authorized to execute the MOU with ICA. Fiscal Note: The 2015 cost for ICA's services will be $3,046.30. The cost will be paid from the Emergency Solutions Grant.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0124 A Offer to Purchase 1248 Washington AvenueResolutionOffer to Purchase 1248 Washington Avenue Resolved, that the lease and sale of 1248 Washington Avenue (Parcel ID No. 10109000) to Robert G. DeMicchi is approved, and that the terms of the lease and sale are as outlined in Exhibit A. Further resolved, that upon approval of the lease and sale by the Common Council, the Chairperson, Executive Director and City Attorney are authorized and directed to proceed with the lease and sale without further action by the Authority or Council. Fiscal Note: The lease will net the City payments of $11,250.00 for 2015 and $15,000.00 for 2016. The tenant will receive a $10,000.00 credit towards their 2016 lease payment if facade improvements are completed by December 1, 2015 thus netting to the City $5,000.00 for a 2016 lease payment. The tenant will purchase the property by December 31, 2016 netting the City an additional $43,750.00. The City will pay a $100.00 consideration fee to the purchaser from account 919.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0126 A Purchase of 3521 HavenResolutionPurchase of 3521 Haven Resolved, that the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Matthew Matson and Latoya Matson to purchase 3521 Haven is approved. Further resolved, that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale. Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the NSP-1 program. The City will receive $119,000 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0127 A Purchase of 1643 VillaResolutionPurchase of 1643 Villa Street Resolved, that the request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of John B. Lambert, III to purchase 1643 Villa Street, a HOME property, is approved. Further resolved, that the Mayor, the City Clerk, and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale. Fiscal Note: This is a new home build under the HOME program. The City will receive $88,500.00 in proceeds from the sale, minus commission and closing costs.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0128 A 37th Annual Lighthouse Run - 2015Resolution37th Annual Lighthouse Run - 2015 Resolved, that permission is granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain City streets for the period of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2015, and to close the following streets: Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic) Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street Wolf Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works is authorized and directed to communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2015, to satisfy the needs of this run. Further resolved, that permission is granted with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 prAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0129 A The Color Run - 2015ResolutionThe Color Run - 2015 Resolved, that permission is granted to Bigsley Event House to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets, as indicated, on their race map, for The Color Run on Saturday, May 23, 2015. Pershing Park Drive from 6th Street to 11th Street 11th Street from Main Street to Pershing Park Drive Main Street from 10th Street to 11th Street 10th Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue Lake Avenue from 10th Street to State Street 6th Street from Pershing Park Drive to Center Street 7th Street from Lake Avenue to Center Street Main Street from 7th Street to Main Street Bridge Gaslight Drive from Lake Avenue to cul-de-sac 2nd Street from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue Wisconsin Avenue from 2nd Street to 3rd Street 3rd Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $100.00 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. ThAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.15-0100 A Traffic Study on Ohio Street by Lockwood ParkResolutionTraffic Study on Ohio Street by Lockwood Park Resolved, that the purchase of two radar detection speed feedback signs is approved to temporarily be installed on Ohio Street in lieu of performing a traffic study. Fiscal Note: Funds to be provided from existing traffic engineering capital account. Cost for signs is estimated at $8,000.00.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
Res.15-0107 A Rescind Resolution 15-0047ResolutionRescind Resolution 15-0047 Resolved, that Resolution 15-0047 shall be rescinded. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
Res.15-0125 A Relocation and Expansion of Vista Dental to 2200 South StreetResolutionRelocation and Expansion of Vista Dental to 2200 South Street Resolved, that the Authority supports the use of funding from the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund for the financial assistance for Vista Dental. Further resolved, that the financial assistance be conditioned upon Vista Dental agreeing to expand in Racine, acquire and relocate to 2200 South Street, and give preference to qualified job applicants residing in the City of Racine when filling open positions. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute a financial assistance agreement with Vista Dental in substantially the same form as outlined in the Memorandum from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation. Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing (919) account. Based on the properties 2014 assessed value, the estimated annual assistance to Vista Dental will be $12,233.00 and continue for a period of 10 years.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
Ord.03-15 A Ordinance 03-15 - Amend Chapter 114OrdinanceOrdinance 03-15 - Amend Chapter 114 An ordinance to amend Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin as it relates to the massage establishments, dance studios and dance schools. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: Part 1: Repeal Sec. 114-447 (b) (25) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin and recreate it as follows: “Massage establishments, as defined in Section 22-766, above the building’s street level, or at the building’s street level but no closer than 20 feet to the store front with therapy stations being screened from view.” Part 2: Repeal Sec. 114-447 (b) (42) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin and recreate it as follows: “Dance studios or dance schools above the building’s street level, or at the building’s street level but no closer than 20 feet to the store front with instruction and performance areas being screened from view.” Part 3: Repeal the word “dance” from Sec. 114-448 (16) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. Part 4: Repeal Referred  Action details Video Video
Ord.04-15 A Ordinance 04-15 - Urban ChickensOrdinanceOrdinance 04-15 - Urban Chickens An ordinance to repeal and recreate Sections of Chapter 10 - Animals of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows: Part 1: To amend Sec. 10.1.- Definitions of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, by inserting the following definitions in the proper alphabetical order. “Backyard means a portion of a lot enclosed by the property’s rear lot line and the side lot lines to the points where the side lot lines intersect with an imaginary line established by the rear of the single family structure and that extends to the side lot lines. Chicken means the common domestic fowl (Gallus domesticus) or its young. There are no restrictions on chicken species. Chicken Pen means a wire enclosure attached to a hen house for the purpose of allowing female chickens to leave the hen house while remaining in an enclosed, predator-safe environment. Chicken Tractor means a moveable hen house/chicken pen lacking a floor. Hen means the female of the domeReferred  Action details Video Video