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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 8/18/2015 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 205, City Hall
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ZOrd.003-15 A Ordinance Rezoning 1620 Racine StreetZoning OrdinanceZOrd. 003-15 An Ordinance Rezoning 1620 Racine Street To amend the map of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Racine. The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: That the property located at 1620 Racine Street and more particularly described as follows: 1620 Racine Street: “Said land being in Racine County, WI, City of Racine, Block 85 of the School Section, plus the North ½ of Section 21, Township 3 North, Range 23 East, Block 1, Partially described in Volume 1446 RECS, Page 370, plus part of the former Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Rail Road Company right-of-way as described in Volume 1706 RECS, Page 870, containing 1.743 acres, more or less” be rezoned from I-2 General Industrial District to B-2 Community Shopping District with a FD-Flex Development Overlay District. Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the City Common Council and publication or posting as required by law. Passed by the Common Council: _______________________________________ Approved: ______   Action details Not available
15-00720 A claim of Jorge CastilloClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jorge Castillo for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/24/2015: That the claim of Jorge Castillo be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
15-00729 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds to support the project, “Prioritization of Restoration in the Oak Creek Watershed vie Water Quality and Habitat Assessment” in the amount of $107,500.00 from the FundCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds to support the project, “Prioritization of Restoration in the Oak Creek Watershed vie Water Quality and Habitat Assessment' in the amount of $107,500.00 from the Fund for Lake Michigan. (Grant Control #00039) (Res No. 15-0303) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/24/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept funds to support the project, “Prioritization of Restoration in the Oak Creek Watershed vie Water Quality and Habitat Assessment' in the amount of $107,500.00 from the Fund for Lake Michigan. (Grant Control #00039). Fiscal Note: No City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
15-00730 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator to accept funds to support the project, “Samuel Myers Park Restoration” in the amount of $75,000.00 from the Fund for Lake Michigan. (Grant Control #00038) (Res No. 15-0329)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator to accept funds to support the project, “Samuel Myers Park Restoration” in the amount of $75,000.00 from the Fund for Lake Michigan. (Grant Control #00038) (Res No. 15-0329) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/24/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept funds to support the project, “Samuel Myers Park Restoration” in the amount of $75,000.00 from the Fund for Lake Michigan. (Grant Control #00038) Fiscal Note: No City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
15-00731 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) in the amount of $54,730.00. (Grant Control #2014-039) (Res No. 15-0330)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) in the amount of $54,730.00. (Grant Control #2014-039) (Res No. 15-0330) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/24/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept funding from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) in the amount of $54,730.00. (Grant Control #00058) Fiscal Note: City soft match of $155,923.00.Referred  Action details Not available
15-00732 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, in the amount of $24,000, for the purpose of continuing the Wisconsin Beach Monitoring Program for RaciCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, in the amount of $24,000, for the purpose of continuing the Wisconsin Beach Monitoring Program for Racine, Kenosha and Milwaukee Counties. (Grant Control #00047) (Res No. 15-0331) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/24/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to enter into an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, in the amount of $24,000, for the purpose of continuing the Wisconsin Beach Monitoring Program for Racine, Kenosha and Milwaukee Counties. (Grant Control #00047) Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
15-00733 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding from the Department of Health Services for the Wisconsin Well Woman Program (WWWP) in the amount of $36,353 and the Vending cCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding from the Department of Health Services for the Wisconsin Well Woman Program (WWWP) in the amount of $36,353 (control #00012) and the Vending contract in the amount of $1,888, totaling $38,241. The funds will be used for the continuation of programs. (Res No. 15-0332) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/24/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to enter into an agreement and to accept funding from the Department of Health Services for the Wisconsin Well Woman Program (WWWP) in the amount of $36,353 (control #00012) and the Vending contract in the amount of $1,888, totaling $38,241. The funds will be used for the continuation of programs. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
15-00734 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a contract amending the original agreement and to accept funds of $7,505 from the Department of Health Services, Public Health Emergency Preparedness program for BioterCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a contract amending the original agreement and to accept additional funds of $7,505 from the Department of Health Services, Public Health Emergency Preparedness program for Bioterrorism Preparedness. (Grant Control #00018) (Res No. 15-0333) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/24/2015: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to enter into a contract amending the original agreement and to accept additional funds of $7,505 from the Department of Health Services, Public Health Emergency Preparedness program for Bioterrorism Preparedness. (Grant Control #00018) Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Referred  Action details Not available
15-00702 A Tristin Erickson (5K Events) requesting to use City right-of-way on November 7, 2015 for the Nearly Naked 5K. (Res No. 15-0337)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Tristin Erickson (5K Events) requesting to use City right-of-way on November 7, 2015 for the Nearly Naked 5K. (Res No. 15-0337) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-25-15: That Tristin Erickson (5K Events) be granted permission to use City right-of-way on November 7, 2015 for the Nearly Naked 5K event 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. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs. F. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State connecting highways, arterial and collector streets to the City EngiReferred  Action details Not available
15-00705 A Communication from Adam Ishman requesting permission to place a sign over City right-of-way at Discount Cigarettes, 3417 Douglas Avenue. (Res No. 15-0338)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Adam Ishman requesting permission to place a sign over City right-of-way at Discount Cigarettes, 3417 Douglas Avenue. (Res No. 15-0338) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-25-15: That the property owner at 3417 Douglas Avenue be granted permission to install a stationary projecting sign, as requested, with the stipulation that a hold harmless agreement be executed and a $150.00 processing fee paid, in accordance with the State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets. Further recommends that the property owner be charged a $125.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Not available
15-00712 A Stephen Bull Fine Arts School PTA (815 DeKoven Ave.) requesting to use City right-of-way on October 17, 2015 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. for the Fine Arts 5K fun/walk.(Res No. 15-0339)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Rebecca Idstein on behalf of the Stephen Bull Fine Arts School PTA (815 DeKoven Ave.) requesting to use City right-of-way on October 17, 2015 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. for the Fine Arts 5K run/walk. (Res No. 15-0339) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-25-15: That Stephen Bull Fine Arts School PTA be granted permission to use City right-of-way for a run/walk on October 17, 2015 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. 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. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detReferred  Action details Not available
15-00714 A Communication from Real Racine requesting permission to use City right-of-way on Sunday, September 13, 2015 for the 2015 Biggest Loser Run/Walk. (Res No. 15-0336)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Real Racine, on behalf of the event owner Fit World Group, LLC., requesting permission to use City right-of-way on Sunday, September 13, 2015 for the 2015 Biggest Loser Run/Walk. (Res No. 15-0336) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-25-15: That Fit World Group, LLC. be granted permission to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets, as indicated on their race map, for The Biggest Loser Run/Walk on September 13, 2015 from 5:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. 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 7:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on September 13, 2015, to satisfy the needs of this run. Hoffert Dr. from Barker St. to Michigan Blvd. Main St. from Gaslight Dr. to Dodge St. 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 insuranReferred  Action details Not available
15-00721 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to amend Resolution 15-0148, of April 20, 2015, to delete the following street improvement from 2016 road construction: (Res No. 15-0347) Portland Cement Concrete PaCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to amend Resolution 15-0148, of April 20, 2015, to delete the following street improvement from 2016 road construction: (Res No. 15-0347) Portland Cement Concrete Paving Howe Street - Seventeenth Street to Sixteenth Street Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-25-15: That Resolution 15-0148, of April 20, 2015, be amended to delete: Portland Cement Concrete Paving Howe Street - Seventeenth Street to Sixteenth Street and, as amended, Resolution 15-0148, of April 20, 2015, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
15-00722 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to amend Resolution 15-0187, of May 5, 2015, to delete the following street improvement from 2016 road construction: (Res No. 15-0348) Portland Cement Concrete PavinCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to amend Resolution 15-0187, of May 19, 2015, to delete the following street improvement from 2016 road construction: (Res No. 15-0348) Portland Cement Concrete Paving Davis Place - Tenth Street to Eleventh Street Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-25-15: That Resolution 15-0187, of May 19, 2015, be amended to delete: Portland Cement Concrete Paving Davis Place - Tenth Street to Eleventh Street and, as amended, Resolution 15-0187, of May 19, 2015, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
15-00725 A (New) Application of Choice Petrolum, LLC DBA Chesters Chicken Restaurant, Harjeet S. Waliia, Agent for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 1126 Washington Avenue (3rd District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Choice Petroleum, LLC DBA Chesters Chicken Restaurant, Harjeet S. Walia, Agent for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 1126 Washington Avenue (3rd District) Recommended of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-25-15: That the (New) Application of Choice Petroleum, LLC DBA Chesters Chicken Restaurant, Harjeet S. Walia, Agent for a "Class C" and Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for 1126 Washington Avenue, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
15-00726 A Communication from Alderman Perez requesting the City Attorney, in conjunction with the Police Chief, draft an agreement for mutual aid between the City of Racine, the Village of Caledonia, the Village of Mount Pleasant, and the Village of Sturtevant andCommunicationSubject: Communication from Alderman Perez requesting the City Attorney, in conjunction with the Police Chief, draft an agreement for mutual aid between the City of Racine, the Village of Caledonia, the Village of Mount Pleasant, and the Village of Sturtevant and their respective police departments.(Res. Nos.15-0360, 0094-16) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-8-2015: That the mutual aid agreement with Mount Pleasant be approved. Further Recommends: The City Attorney proceed with creating a mutual aid agreement with the Village of Caledonia. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
15-00741 A (New) Application for Ancient Infinity LLC DBA Ancient Horizon for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's License for 5556 Durand Avenue. (14th District) (New) Application for Ancient Infinity LLC DBA Ancient Horizon for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's License forCommunicationSubject: (New) Application for Ancient Infinity LLC DBA Ancient Horizon for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's License for 5556 Durand Avenue. (14th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-25-15: That the (New) Application for Ancient Infinity LLC DBA Ancient Horizon for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's License for 5556 Durand Avenue, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
15-00723 A Police Dept Use of Force presentationCommunicationSubject: Communication from the 9th District Alderman requesting a presentation by the Chief of Police on the Department’s policy regarding Use of Force and follow-up investigation and action when used. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-15-2015: the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
15-00674 A claim of Michael & Patsy WrightClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Michael Wright and Patsy Wright for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15: That the claim of Michael and Patsy Wright be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00675 A claim of Oscar & Xochitl NunoClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Oscar Nuno and Xochitl Nuno for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15: That the claim of Oscar and Xochitl Nuno be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00676 A claim of Krystle & Steven DearClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Krystle Dear and Steven Dear for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15: That the claim of Krystle and Steven Dear be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00687 A Semi-annual plan certification Mar. 31, 2015 (Res No. 15-0313)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) requesting semi-annual plan certifications for the period ending March 31, 2015 for the City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) and Administrative Fees associated with administering the City RLF. (Res No. 15-0313) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15: That the City certify for the semi-annual reporting period ending March 31, 2015: the City-Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Plan is consistent with and supportive of the area's current economic and adjustment strategy; and the City-RLF is being operated in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the City-RLF Plan and the loan portfolio meets the standards contained therein. Also approve to use up to 100% of interest earned from monthly RLF loan repayments to reimburse RCEDC for actual administrative costs incurred. Fiscal Note: No impact to city budget or funds. RLF will have a reduced amount of money to re-circulate.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00689 A claim of Pamela WarzalaClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Pamela Warzala for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15: That the claim of Pamela Warzala be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00690 A Cregg Rogers claimClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Cregg Rogers for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15: That the claim of Cregg Rogers be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00693 A Apply & Accept 2016 Urban Forestry Grant funds (Res No. 15-0314)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply & accept 2016 Urban Forestry Grant funds of $25,000 from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Funding for the $25,000 required match will be available through 2016 CIP - Emerald Ash Borer. Grant Control #00052. (Res No. 15-0314) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15:That the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services apply for & accept the 2016 Urban Forestry Grant funds of $25,000 from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Fiscal Note: Funding for the $25,000 required match will be available through 2016 CIP - Emerald Ash Borer. Grant Control #00052.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00707 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator desiring to discuss a matter, which, for competitive and bargaining reasons, requires a closed session, and which, if publicly noticed, would compromise such competitive and bargaining reasons.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator desiring to discuss a matter, which, for competitive and bargaining reasons, requires a closed session, and which, if publicly noticed, would compromise such competitive and bargaining reasons. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15: Receive and File Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00708 B (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney desiring to discuss a matter, which for bargaining reasons, requires a closed session, and which, if publicly noticed, would compromise such bargaining reasons.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney and the Human Resources Manager requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to address collective bargaining for 2016. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8-10-15: Receive and File Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00670 A Communication from Cheri Kulland, McKinley Middle School Directing Principal, requesting to close off the south sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery during the 2015-2016 winter. (Res No. 15-0318)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Cheri Kulland, McKinley Middle School Directing Principal, requesting to close off the south sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery during the 2015-2016 winter. (Res No. 15-0318) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-11-15: That Racine Unified School District be granted permission to close the sidewalk on Rupert Boulevard in front of McKinley Middle School from December 1, 2015 to April 1, 2016 with the requirement that Racine Unified School District holds the City of Racine harmless from any and all injuries caused by conditions of the sidewalk related to this closure. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in granting this permission.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00691 A Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting referral to the Public Works and Services Committee for this request to make revisions to the Municipal Code. Specifically, Chapter 42, Section 26, Item #8 pertaining to Solid Waste defined,CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting referral to the Public Works and Services Committee for this request to make revisions to the Municipal Code. Specifically, Chapter 42, Section 26, Item #8 pertaining to Solid Waste defined, tires; Section 30, placing and dumping of solid waste; Section 31, accumulation of solid waste, so that provisions are made to exclude the "repurposing" of tires. (Ord. 10-15) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-11-15: That the item be referred to the City Attorney to create an ordinance that would allow the repurposing of solid waste. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
15-00697 A Bid results for Contract 20150019, Lake Michigan Pathway-Phase lll. (Res No. 15-0319)CommunicationSubject: Bid results for Contract 20150019, Lake Michigan Pathway-Phase lll. (Res No. 15-0319) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-11-15: That Contract 20150019, Lake Michigan Pathway-Phase III, be awarded to Ray Hintz, Inc., at their bid price of $734,814.10, it being the lowest responsible bidder, subject to approval of bids by WisDOT. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57550, DPW-Lake Michigan Pathway, with the City's share being $146,962.82 (20%) and the State's share being $587,851.28 (80%). Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00698 A Bid results for Contract 20150043, Memorial Hall Tuck Pointing. (Res No. 15-0320)CommunicationSubject: Bid results for Contract 20150043, Memorial Hall Tuck Pointing. (Res No. 15-0320) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-11-15: That Contract 20150043, Memorial Hall Tuck Pointing, be awarded to Custom Restoration, Inc., at their bid price of $77,672, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 60623-57200, Memorial Hall Tuck Pointing. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00699 A Bid results for Contract 20150048, HVAC Upgrades-Solid Waste Garage. (Res No. 15-0321)CommunicationSubject: Bid results for Contract 20150048, HVAC Upgrades-Solid Waste Garage. (Res No. 15-0321) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-11-15: That Contract 20150048, HVAC Upgrades-Solid Waste Garage, be awarded to Martin Petersen Company, Inc., at their bid price of $169,800, plus Alternate Bid #1 in the amount of $49,700 for a total contract amount of $219,500, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57200, SW Garage-HVAC Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00700 A Bid results for Contract 20150049, HVAC Upgrades-Various Locations. (Res No. 15-0322)CommunicationSubject: Bid results for Contract 20150049, HVAC Upgrades-Various Locations. (Res No. 15-0322) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-11-15: That Contract 20150049, HVAC Upgrades-Various Locations, be awarded to Martin Petersen Company, Inc., at their bid price of $216,250, plus Alternate Bid #2 in the amount of $21,000, for a total contract amount of $237,750, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 24,000 - Org-Object 45040-57200, Equip Garage Rooftop Unit $ 52,000 - Org-Object 45040-57200, Annex-Prob & Parole AC $ 56,000 - Org-Object 50008-57200, Wustum Roofing Unit $ 72,000 - Org-Object 45050-57200, Park Serv Center Rooftop Unit $ 33,750 - Org-Object 45040-57201, Traffic - Rooftop Unit $237,750 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00701 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to amend the existing agreement with Rehrig Pacific Company regarding the Recycle Cart System. (Res No. 15-0323)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to amend the existing agreement with Rehrig Pacific Company regarding the Recycle Cart System. (Res No. 15-0323) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-11-15: The request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with State Statues that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Rehrig Pacific Company for the upgrade of the new Recycle Cart Reader System used in the Recycling Cart monitoring system. Fiscal Note: Estimated cost will not exceed $38,600 with funding to defray the cost of this upgrade available in Org-Object 22140-52100, Recycling-Professional Services.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
14-10787 A CU 4600 Block Washington AvenueConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Richard Donner of Reinhart Boerner Van Dueren s.c., representing TMC Wisconsin 2 LLC, for a conditional use permit to allow for a CVS Pharmacy on the south side of Washington Avenue in the 4600 Block between Ohio Street and Virginia Street. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-8-15: That the request for a conditional use permit to allow a CVS Pharmacy on the south side of Washington Avenue in the 4600 block between Ohio Street and Virginia Street be received and filed. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-12-15: That the request for a conditional use permit to allow a CVS Pharmacy on the south side of Washington Avenue in the 4600 block between Ohio Street and Virginia Street be received and filed. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-26-15: That the request for a conditional use permit to allow a CVS Pharmacy on the south side of Washington Avenue in the 4600 block between Ohio Street and Virginia Street be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredFail Action details Video Video
15-00688 A CU 1620 Racine Street (Res No. 15-0325)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Breeze Ratchford, of DMR Trucking, Inc., for a conditional use permit at 1620 Racine Street to operate an indoor auto salvage and recycling business, with accessory automobile sales. (PC-15) (Res No. 15-0325) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-12-15: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00715 A CSM 5900 Durand Avenue (Res No. 15-0326)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by David Israel for a 3-Lot Certified Survey Map at 5900 Durand Avenue. (PC-15) (Res No. 15-0326) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-12-15: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00716 A CU 3441 Spring StreetConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Open Pantry Foods to allow a 25-foot tall freestanding sign where the maximum allowable height is 15-feet at 3441 Spring Street. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-12-15: That the request to increase the freestanding/pole sign height from 20-feet to 25-feet at 3441 Spring Street be denied. Further, that staff be directed to send notice requiring the existing visibility violation be rectified. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00717 A Use Supplement 1620 Racine Street (Res No. 15-0324)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a Use Supplement for a FLEX development at 1620 Racine Street. (Res No. 15-0324) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-12-15: That a use supplement for 1620 Racine Street be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00745 A ZOrd.003-15 Rezoning 1620 Racine StreetCommunicationSubject: (ZOrd.003-15) An Ordinance rezoning 1620 Racine Street from I-2 General Industrial District to B-2 Community Shopping District with a FD-Flex Development Overlay District. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-12-15: That the ordinance be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00622 A CDBG Grant Program (Res No. 15-0327)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by the Department of Housing for the use of CDBG funds to create a Home Repair Loan Match Program. (Res No. 15-0327) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review from 7-16-15: To request that the Community Development Committee recommend to the Common Council that they allocate $136,939 for owner occupied matching grant programs and $45,646 for rental rehab matching grant projects. Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 8-6-15: That the request for $136,939 in CDBG funds for an owner-occupied and $45,646 in CDBG funds for a rental rehab matching grant program be approved. Further, that the Mayor, City Clerk and Director of City of Development, or their designee, be authorized to execute a written agreement with the Housing Department consistent with its application and federal regulations for $182,585 of CDBG funds for the purpose of matching home repair loans within program guidelines. Fiscal Note: The Common Council has allocated amounts of $136,939 for owner-occupied properties and $45,646 for rental rehab projectsApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00719 A Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Appoint James O'Hagan 1230 Monroe Racine, 53403 to the Library Board to a 3 year term, expiring June 1, 2018 Appoint Cathi DeGroot 3807 Canada Goose Crossing Racine, 53403 to Board of Parks Recreation and Cultural Services Committee filling the current vacancy expiring April 1, 2016Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
15-00634 A 2015 Biggest Loser Run/Walk at North Beach Park (Res No. 15-0328)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to use portions of North Beach Park on Saturday, September 12, 2015 through Sunday, September 13, 2015 for the Biggest Loser Run/Walk and further requests Municipal Code section 70-101; closing of parks; be waived to allow security on site overnight on Saturday, September 12, 2015 and to also allow staff and participants on site at 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2015. (Res No. 15-0328) Recommendation from the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 8/13/2015: To allow use of North Beach Park as proposed September 12, 2015 to September 13, 2015 for the Biggest Loser Run/Walk. Further allow the waiver of Municipal Code section 70-101 to permit staff/security on site overnight Saturday, September 12, 2015 and to allow participants on-site beginning at 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2015. Fiscal Note: Park Permit Fees & Charges as applicable.Approved as Presented  Action details Not available
Res.15-0313 A Semi-Annual Plan Certifications for City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) and Administrative FeesResolutionSemi-Annual Plan Certifications for City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) and Administrative Fees Resolved, that the City is approved to certify for the semi-annual reporting period ending March 31, 2015: the City-Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF) Plan is consistent with and supportive of the area's current economic and adjustment strategy; and the City-RLF is being operated in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the City-RLF Plan and the loan portfolio meets the standards contained therein. Further resolved, to use up to 100% of interest earned from monthly RLF loan repayments to reimburse RCEDC for actual administrative costs incurred. Fiscal Note: No impact to city budget or funds. RLF will have a reduced amount of money to re-circulate.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0314 A 2016 Urban Forestry GrantResolution2016 Urban Forestry Grant Resolved, that the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services is authorized to apply for & accept 2016 Urban Forestry Grant funds of $25,000.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Fiscal Note: Funding for the $25,000.00 required match will be available through 2016 CIP - Emerald Ash Borer. Grant Control #00052.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0318 A Close South Sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street West to the Cemetery During 2015-2016 WinterResolutionClose South Sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street West to the Cemetery During 2015-2016 Winter Resolved, that the request of Cheri Kulland from Racine Unified School District is granted permission to close off the south sidewalk on Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery in front of McKinley Middle School from December 1, 2015 to April 1, 2016 with the requirement that Racine Unified School District holds the City harmless from any and all injuries caused by conditions of the sidewalk related to this closure. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in granting this permission.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0319 A Contract 20150019 - Lake Michigan Pathway-Phase lllResolutionContract 20150019 - Lake Michigan Pathway-Phase lll Resolved, that Contract 20150019, Lake Michigan Pathway-Phase III, is awarded to Ray Hintz, Inc., at its bid price of $734,814.10, it being the lowest responsible bidder, subject to approval of bids by WisDOT. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57550, DPW-Lake Michigan Pathway, with the City's share being $146,962.82 (20%) and the State's share being $587,851.28 (80%).Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0320 A Contract 20150043 - Memorial Hall Tuck PointingResolutionContract 20150043 - Memorial Hall Tuck Pointing Resolved, that Contract 20150043, Memorial Hall Tuck Pointing, is awarded to Custom Restoration, Inc., at its bid price of $77,672.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 60623-57200, Memorial Hall Tuck Pointing.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0321 A Contract 20150048 - HVAC Upgrades-Solid Waste GarageResolutionContract 20150048 - HVAC Upgrades-Solid Waste Garage Resolved, that Contract 20150048, HVAC Upgrades-Solid Waste Garage, is awarded to Martin Petersen Company, Inc., at its bid price of $169,800.00, plus Alternate Bid #1 in the amount of $49,700.00 for a total contract amount of $219,500.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57200, SW Garage-HVACAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0322 A Contract 20150049 - HVAC Upgrades-Various LocationsResolutionContract 20150049 - HVAC Upgrades-Various Locations Resolved, that Contract 20150049, HVAC Upgrades-Various Locations, is awarded to Martin Petersen Company, Inc., at its bid price of $216,250.00, plus Alternate Bid #2 in the amount of $21,000.00, for a total contract amount of $237,750.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 24,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57200, Equip Garage Rooftop Unit $ 52,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57200, Annex-Prob & Parole AC $ 56,000.00 - Org-Object 50008-57200, Wustum Roofing Unit $ 72,000.00 - Org-Object 45050-57200, Park Serv Center Rooftop Unit $ 33,750.00 - Org-Object 45040-57201, Traffic - Rooftop Unit $237,750.00 - TotalAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0323 A Recycle Cart SystemResolutionRecycle Cart System Resolved, that the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures is approved in accordance with State Statues that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Rehrig Pacific Company for the upgrade of the new Recycle Cart Reader System used in the Recycling Cart monitoring system. Fiscal Note: Estimated cost will not exceed $38,600.00 with funding to defray the cost of this upgrade available in Org-Object 22140-52100, Recycling-Professional Services.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0324 A Consideration of a Use Supplement for a FLEX Development at 1620 Racine StreetResolutionConsideration of a Use Supplement for a FLEX Development at 1620 Racine Street COMMENTS See ZOrd. 003-15 and Item 15-00688. The following is presented as the Use Supplement for the FLEX development for 1620 Racine Street: (Note: Part of the flex rezoning request requires the development of a Use Supplement, which outlines other uses that may be allowed or prohibited under the FLEX zoning overlay). a. That all uses listed in the underlying B-2 Community Shopping District are permissible by right or by conditional use permit, except as otherwise specified in “b.” below. b. Prohibited uses shall include: 1. Dwelling units. 2. Taverns and cocktail lounges. 3. Community living arrangements having the capacity to serve eight or fewer persons, excluding staff or live in family. 4. Family day care home. 5. Group day care center, when operated within an existing educational institution, recreation and social facility, or religious institution. 6. Community living arrangements having a capacity of nine or more, excluding staff or live in family 7. Group day care centers. 8Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0325 A Indoor Auto Salvage, Recycling Business and Accessory Automobile Sales at 1620 Racine StreetResolutionIndoor Auto Salvage, Recycling Business and Accessory Automobile Sales at 1620 Racine Street That the request by Breeze Ratchford of DMR Trucking, Inc. for a conditional use permit to operate an indoor auto salvage and recycling business with accessory automobile sales at 1620 Racine Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 12, 2015 be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That approval of this conditional use is contingent upon the approval of the rezoning of the property from I-2 General Industrial to B-2 Community Shopping with a FLEX Development Overlay (ZOrd. 003-15 & Item 15-00717 Use Supplement). c. That all applicable codes and ordinances shall be complied with and required permits acquired. d. That this facility shall obtain and maintain a Type 2 salvage dealer license, inclusive of all other required licenses, registrations, and other information as required by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. e. That all outdoor piles of debris and materials, and areas of wAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0326 A 3-Lot Certified Survey Map at 5900 Durand Avenue (PC-15)Resolution3-Lot Certified Survey Map at 5900 Durand Avenue (PC-15) That the 3-lot certified survey map for 5900 Durand Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the certified survey map as prepared by Craig W. Riley of JSD Professional Services, and presented to the Plan Commission on August 12, 2015 is approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That the following notes be added to the Certified Survey Map: 1. That “No Access” be delineated on the CSM for Lot 2, from the northwest corner, along the curve C 13 to the south east for 227-feet. 2. That “No Access” be delineated for Lot 3 on the CSM for all of curve C 14. c. That the following items identified by the City Attorney be addressed: 1. That the Owner’s Certificate be modified to not reflect Penny Racine, LLC as a Wisconsin corporation, as it is a Delaware Corporation. 2. That the Mortgage’s Certificate be added (Associated Bank National Association). 3. Note that all corners must be monumented in accordance with State law. 4. That the signature lines on behalf of the City of Racine bAdopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0327 A Home Repair Loan Match ProgramResolutionHome Repair Loan Match Program Resolved, that the request for $136,939.00 in CDBG funds for an owner-occupied matching grant program and $45,646.00 in CDBG funds for a rental rehab matching grant program are approved. Further resolved, that the Mayor, City Clerk and Director of City of Development, or their designee, are authorized to execute a written agreement with the Housing Department consistent with its application and federal regulations for $182,585.00 of CDBG funds for the purpose of matching home repair loans within program guidelines. Fiscal Note: The Common Council has allocated amounts of $136,939.00 for owner-occupied properties and $45,646.00 for rental rehab projects per the 2015 Annual Plan.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0328 A North Beach Use for 2015 Biggest Loser Run/WalkResolutionNorth Beach Use for 2015 Biggest Loser Run/Walk Resolved, that the request of Real Racine to use portions of North Beach Park as proposed on September 12, 2015 to September 13, 2015 for the Biggest Loser Run/Walk. Further resolved, that permission is granted for the waiver of Municipal Code section 70-101 to permit staff/security on site overnight Saturday, September 12, 2015 and to allow participants on-site beginning at 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2015. Fiscal Note: Park permit fees & charges as applicable.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.15-0315 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $11,195,000 general obligation promissory notes AND THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $11,195,000 note anticipation notes in ANTICIPATION thereOFResolutionRESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $11,195,000 general obligation promissory notes AND THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $11,195,000 note anticipation notes in ANTICIPATION thereOF WHEREAS, the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") is presently in need of the sum of $11,195,000 for public purposes, including paying the cost of various capital improvement and acquisition projects set forth in the City's Capital Improvement Plan and acquisition of municipal equipment (the "Project"); WHEREAS, the Common Council hereby finds and determines that the Project is within the City's power to undertake and therefore serves a "public purpose" as that term is defined in Section 67.04(1)(b), Wisconsin Statutes; WHEREAS, cities are authorized by the provisions of Chapter 67, Wisconsin Statutes, to borrow money and issue general obligation promissory notes for such public purposes; WHEREAS, it is the finding of the Common Council that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to authorize the issuance of and covenant to issue general obligation promissory nAdoptedPass Action details Video Video
Res.15-0316 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF$1,420,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding BondsResolutionRESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $1,410,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") hereby finds and determines that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to raise funds for the purpose of refunding obligations of the City, including interest on them, specifically, $235,000 in principal amount of the 2018 maturity (representing the portion of such maturity subject to mandatory redemption in 2017 and maturing in 2018) and all of the 2025 maturity of the Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, dated June 26, 2006 (the "Refunded Obligations") (hereinafter the refinancing of the Refunded Obligations shall be referred to as the "Refunding"); WHEREAS, the Common Council deems it to be necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to refund the Refunded Obligations for the purpose of achieving debt service cost savings; WHEREAS, cities are authorized by the provisions of Section 67.04, Wisconsin Statutes, to borrow money and issue general obAdoptedPass Action details Video Video
Res.15-0317 A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $6,605,000 WATERWORKS SYSTEM MORTGAGE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS AND OTHER DETAILS AND COVENANTS WITH RESPECT THERETOResolutionRESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $6,590,000 Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue REFUNDING Bonds AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF SAID BONDS AND OTHER DETAILS AND COVENANTS WITH RESPECT THERETO WHEREAS, the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "Municipality" or the "City") owns and operates a Waterworks System (the "System") which is operated for a public purpose as a public utility by the Municipality; WHEREAS, under the provisions of Section 66.0621 of the Wisconsin Statutes any municipality may, by action of its governing body, provide funds for extending, adding to and improving a public utility or to refund obligations issued to finance or refinance such extensions, additions and improvements from the proceeds of bonds, which bonds are to be payable only from the revenues received from any source by such utility, including all rentals and fees; and which bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage lien upon such utility; WHEREAS, the Municipality has outstanding its Waterworks System Mortgage Revenue Bonds, dated April 2, 2007 (the "2007 BondAdoptedPass Action details Video Video