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Ord.02-15
| A | | Ordinance 02-15 - Recreate Section 114-260. - Large Vehicle Parking | Ordinance | Ordinance 02-15
To recreate Section 114-260. - Large Vehicle Parking 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: In section 114-260. - Large Vehicle Parking of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, repeal “6,000” and recreate it to be “12,000.”
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:
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Approved:
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
Fiscal Note: N/A | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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Ord.04-15
| A | | Ordinance 04-15 - Urban Chickens | Ordinance | Ordinance 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 dome | His Honor, the Mayor, declared the public hearing closed | |
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15-00312
| B | | Accept Donations Dr. John Bryant Community Center Performing Arts Program (Res No. 15-0175) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations totaling $1,715.00 from various contributors for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center's Performing Arts Program. (Res No. 15-0175)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-27-15: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept donations totaling $1,715.00 from various contributors for the Dr. John Bryant Community Center's Performing Arts Program.
Fiscal Note: Donations totaling $1,715.00 from various contributors. | Referred | Pass |
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15-00326
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the 2015 Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant (Grant Control #00029) (Res No. 15-0176) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the 2015 Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant (Grant Control #00029) (Res No. 15-0176)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-27-15: Permission be granted to the Chief of Police to apply for and accept the 2015 Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant (Grant Control #00029)
Fiscal Note: The grant is in the amount of $18,910 which is 50% reimbursement for the cost of 61 vests. There is a required City match of $18,910.00 that is available in the Racine Police Department General Fund. | Referred | Pass |
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15-00340
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #4-2015, Sixty-one protective vests for Racine Police Department. (Res No. 15-0177) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #4-2015, Sixty-one protective vests for Racine Police Department. (Res No. 15-0177)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-27-15: Permission be granted to the Purchasing Agent to award the purchase to Advantage Police Supply at their bid price of $580.20/vest.
Fiscal Note: Bid price of $580.20/vest. Funds for this purchase are available in account 13101 53230. | Referred | Pass |
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15-00324
| A | | Communication from Real Racine requesting the use of the former Walker's site for the Ironman Racine 70.3 Triathlon on Sunday, July 19, 2015. (Res No. 15-0180) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting the use of the former Walker's site for the Ironman Racine 70.3 Triathlon on Sunday, July 19, 2015. (Res No. 15-0180)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-28-15: That permission be granted to Real Racine to use the City-owned property, commonly known as the Walker Site, on July 19, 2015, for the storage of equipment and supplies and spectator parking for the Ironman 70.3 Triathlon, 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. The sponsor pay the City $1.50 for each car which is allowed to park on this public property.
Fiscal Note: The City of Racine will share a percentage of the proceeds which Real Racine obtains through charging for parking on this property. | Referred | Pass |
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15-00339
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting a preliminary resolution for Bituminous Concrete Paving on the following streets: (Res No. 15-0188)
Bituminous Concrete Paving
Pine Ridge Circle - Pine Ridge Lane (N) to Pine Ridge Lane | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting a preliminary resolution for Bituminous Concrete Paving on the following streets: (Res No. 15-0188)
Bituminous Concrete Paving
Pine Ridge Circle - Pine Ridge Lane (N) to Pine Ridge Lane (S)
Pine Ridge Lane - Chicory Road to Dead End
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-28-15: A preliminary resolution be introduced for Bituminous Concrete Paving at the following locations:
Bituminous Concrete Paving
Pine Ridge Circle - Pine Ridge Lane (N) to Pine Ridge Lane (S)
Pine Ridge Lane - Chicory Road to Dead End
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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15-00341
| A | | Communication from Racine Youth Sports requesting to use the Gateway parking lot for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament on August 8 & 9, 2015. (Res No. 15-0182) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine Youth Sports requesting to use the Gateway parking lot for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament on August 8 & 9, 2015. (Res No. 15-0182)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-28-15: Permission be granted to Racine Youth Sports to utilize the Gateway parking lot for the Gus Macker Tournament on August 8 & 9, 2015, with set-up starting on August 6, 2015 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.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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15-00343
| A | | (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Easy Street 101 LLC dba Wharf 209, located at 209 Dodge, Shannon Curtin, Agent. (4th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Easy Street 101 LLC dba Wharf 209, located at 209 Dodge, Shannon Curtin, Agent. (4th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee 4/28/2015: That the "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Easy Street 101 LLC dba Wharf 209, located at 209 Dodge, Shannon Curtin, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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15-00226
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the Pedestrian Safety Grant (Grant Control #00026) (Res. No. 15-0151) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the Pedestrian Safety Grant (Grant Control #00026). (Res. No. 15-0151)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the Chief of Police to apply and accept funding for the Pedestrian Safety Grant (Grant control #00026).
Fiscal Note: Grant amount is $4,000.00. There is a City (soft) match required of $1,000.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00325
| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the 2015 Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking Grant (Grant Control #00028) (Res. No. 15-0152) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the 2015 Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking Grant (Grant Control #00028). (Res. No. 15-0152)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the Chief of Police to apply for the 2015 Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking Grant (Grant Control #00028).
Fiscal Note: Grant funds will be between $600,000 and $900,000 over a 3 year period. The City will soft match of 25%. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00217
| A | | Funding for Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street. (Res. No. 15-0153) | Communication | Subject: (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. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00284
| A | | Communication from the MIS Director requesting permission to purchase updated Outdoor Wireless equipment from Cisco Systems, Inc. at a cost of $44,893.92 (Account Number 70113.57355). (Res. No. 15-0154) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the MIS Director requesting permission to purchase updated Outdoor Wireless equipment from Cisco Systems, Inc. at a cost of $44,893.92 (Account Number 70113.57355). (Res. No. 15-0154)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee: Permission be granted to the MIS Director to purchase updated Outdoor Wireless Equipment from Cisco Systems.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the City's 2015 capital budget under account 70113.57355. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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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) | Communication | Subject: 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. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00311
| A | | Permission to apply for a W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship grant (Res. No. 15-0156) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Director of City Development seeking permission to apply for a W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant for the Machinery Row riverfront promenade (Control #00035). (Res. No. 15-0156)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the Assistant Director of City Development to apply for a W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant for the Machinery Row riverfront promenade (Control #00035).
Fiscal Note: Realistic endeavor of $500,000 with 50% match referred. Match from TID. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00306
| A | | US EPA BC RLF Supplemental Grant Application Request (Res. No. 15-0157) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director of City Development to apply for a US EPA Brownfield Clean Up Revolving Loan Fund (BC RLF) Supplemental Grant (Control #00034). (Res. No. 15-0157)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 4-6-15: That the Director of City Development or his designee be authorized to act on the behalf of the Authority to submit to the US EPA an application for a supplemental grant to the BC-RLF, sign all forms and documents necessary, pay all fees, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, complete, and submit the supplemental grant application.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Authorize that the Director of City Development to act on the behalf of the Authority to submit to the US EPA an application for a supplemental grant to the BC-RLF, sign all forms and documents necessary, pay all fees, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, complete, and submit the supplemental grant application (Control #00034).
Fiscal Note: It is estimated that the brownfield cleanup sites | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00309
| A | | EPA Area Wide Planning Grant (Res. No. 15-0158) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request from the Assistant Executive Director of City Development seeking permission to accept a US EPA Area Wide Planning grant for RootWorks. (Res. No. 15-0158)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 4-6-15: That the Mayor, City Clerk, Executive Director, or their authorized agent act on behalf of the City to accept the US EPA for Area Wide Planning Grant funds to aid in the development or detailed reuse plans for brownfield sites in the RootWorks redevelopment area, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete approved grant activities.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the Mayor, City Clerk, Executive Director, or their authorized agent to accept the US EPA for Area Wide Planning Grant funds, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete approved grant activities.
Fiscal Note: The grant request is for $200,000.00 and there is no City Match required. (Grant Control No. 2014-036) (Control #00036). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00308
| A | | WEDC Idle Industrial Grant Acceptance Request (Res. No. 15-0159) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Assistant Executive Director of City Development seeking permission to accept a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Idle Industrial Site grant for Machinery Row. (Res. No. 15-0159)
Recommendation by the Redevelopment Authority on 4-6-15: That the Mayor, City Clerk, Executive Director or their designee act on behalf of the Authority to accept a $1,000,000.00 grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation to aid in the removal of asbestos and lead in the Machinery Row site, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the Mayor, City Clerk, Executive Director or their designee to accept a $1,000,000.00 grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation to aid in the removal of asbestos and lead in the Machinery Row site, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities.
Fiscal Note: There is a local mat | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00327
| A | | Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Public Works employee Charles A. Forbes and all other employees in the lawsuit filed in the Racine County Circuit Court under Case No. 15-CV-0979, Danny Mosley, et al. v. City of R | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Public Works employee Charles A. Forbes and all other employees in the lawsuit filed in the Racine County Circuit Court under Case No. 15-CV-0979, Danny Mosley, et al. v. City of Racine, et al. (Res. No. 15-0160)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the City Attorney be authorize to represent Public Works employee Charles A. Forbes and all other employees in the lawsuit filed in the Racine County Circuit Court under Case No. 15-CV-0979, Danny Mosley, et al. v. City of Racine, et al.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00277
| B | | Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Racine police officers M. Keland and all other officers in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v. | Claim | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to represent Racine police officers M. Keland in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v. City of Racine, et al. (Res. No. 15-0161)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: Permission be granted to the City Attorney to represent Racine police officers M. Keland and all other officers in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v. City of Racine, et al.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00298
| A | | claim of Clara Grays | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Clara Grays for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 04/13/2015: The claim of Clara Grays be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00331
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the Local 67, DPW/Parks 2015 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 15-0162) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the Local 67, DPW/Parks 2015 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 15-0162)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 4-13-15: Recommend approval of the negotiated Local 67, DPW/Parks 2015 collective bargaining agreement.
Fiscal Note: Total base wages for 2015 shall increase by $11,315.20 over 2014 total base wages. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00332
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the Local 67, City Hall Clericals 2015 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 15-0163) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the Local 67, City Hall Clericals 2015 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 15-0163)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 4-13-15: Recommend approval of the negotiated Local 67, City Hall Clericlas collective bargaining agreement.
Fiscal Note: Total base wages for 2015 shall increase by $0 over 2014 total base wages. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00333
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the Local 67, Police Department Clericals 2015 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 15-0164) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Deputy City Attorney submitting the Local 67, Police Department Clericals 2015 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res. No. 15-0164)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 4-13-15: Recommend approval of the negotiated Local 67, Police Department Clericlas collective bargaining agreement.
Fiscal Note: Total base wages for 2015 shall increase by $0 over 2014 total base wages. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00285
| A | | Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res No. 15-0244) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res No. 15-0244)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-14-15: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain City streets on Saturday, July 4, 2015, from 7:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M., to hold the 2015 Independence Day Parade.
Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close the following streets:
Main Street from Shoreland Avenue to 14th Street; 14th Street from the lake to Racine Street; Michigan Boulevard from Goold Street to St. Patrick Street; Ruby Avenue from South Street to Shoreland Avenue; Walton Avenue, Romayne Avenue, Augusta Street, Wolff Street, William Street, Isabelle Avenue and Melvin Avenue from Main Street to Geneva Street; on Saturday, July 4, 2015, to provide for a Municipal Band Conc | Referred | Pass |
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15-00294
| A | | Communication from The Prairie School requesting the installation of athletic recognition signs on the City's main entryways. (Res. No. 15-0165) | Communication | Subject: Communication from The Prairie School requesting the installation of athletic recognition signs on the City's main entryways. (Res. No. 15-0165)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-14-15: Recommends the request by The Prairie School to provide panels for athletic recognition, subject to design review and approval by the Traffic Engineer, to be installed on the entry signs located on Highway 20, Highway 32 and on Highway 38 be approved.
Fiscal Note: The Prairie School is solely responsible for all costs associated with fabrication and installation of these signs, including staff time and expenses incurred in replacing/updating the City-owned entry signs. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00321
| A | | Preliminary resolution for sewer later and sanitary sewer for Kewaunee Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard. (Res. No. 15-0168) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting a preliminary resolution for sewer lateral and sanitary sewer for Kewaunee Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard. (Res. No. 15-0168)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-14-15: A preliminary resolution be introduced for sewer lateral and sanitary sewer at the following location:
Sewer Lateral
Kewaunee Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard
Sanitary Sewer
Kewaunee Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00322
| A | | Bid results on Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction. (Res. No. 15-0166) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting bid results on Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street. (Res. No. 15-0166)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-14-15: That Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street, be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., at their bid price of $1,402,276.50, 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:
$ 28,339.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving
$ 150,000.00 - Org-Object-Project 20126-57500-40001, DPW-Paving 2015 LRIP
$ 700,000.00 - Org-Object-Project 20045-57500, DPW-Paving 2015 CDBG
$ 240,611.75 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers
$ 162,693.38 - Org-Object-Project 40102-57560, RWWU-Sewer Relay
$ 120,632.37 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers
$1,402,276.50 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00323
| A | | Resolution 15-0148, created April 8, 2015, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on: (Res. No. 15-0167)
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Howe Street - Seventeenth Street to Sixteenth Street
Rosalind Avenue - Spruce Street to Knoll | Communication | Subject: Resolution 15-0148, created April 8, 2015, being a final resolution relating to street improvements on: (Res. No. 15-0167)
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Howe Street - Seventeenth Street to Sixteenth Street
Rosalind Avenue - Spruce Street to Knoll Place
Old Mill Drive - Northwestern Avenue to Cul-de-sac
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING
Luedtke Court - Spring Street to Luedtke Avenue - Dead End to Luedtke Avenue
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-14-15: That Resolution 15-0148, of April 8, 2015, be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Old Mill Drive - Northwestern Avenue to Cul-de-sac
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING
Luedtke Court - Spring Street to Luedtke Avenue - Dead End to Luedtke Avenue
And, as amended, Resolution No. 15-0148, of April 8, 2015, be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00334
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting an easement request from WE Energies for 1214 Grove Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0169) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting an easement request from WE Energies for 1214 Grove Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0169)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-14-15: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an easement agreement in which the City of Racine grants WE Energies permission to construct, erect, operate, maintain and replace overhead utility facilities at 1214 Grove Avenue.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00024
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, requesting a change to ordinance 22-1066 to prohibit the issuance of a public passenger vehicle license to applicants with OWI convictions within the past 5 years. (Ord. 06-15) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, requesting a change to ordinance 22-1066 to prohibit the issuance of a public passenger vehicle license to applicants with OWI convictions within the past 5 years. (Ord. 06-15)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on February 10, 2015: Deferred.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on February 24, 2015: Deferred.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on March 10, 2015: Deferred.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on April 14, 2015: That the communication from the Alderman of the 11th District, requesting a change to ordinance 22-1066 to prohibit the issuance of a public passenger vehicle license to applicants with OWI convictions within the past 5 years be approved as amended.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00198
| A | | (Direct Referral) (Renewal) Application of Wisconsin Discount, Yasin Abdel Karim, Agent for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's license and a Secondhand Article Dealer license for 2724 Sixteenth Street(2015-16)
(9th District). | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) (Renewal) Application of Wisconsin Discount, Yasin Abdel Karim, Agent for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's license and a Secondhand Article Dealer license for 2724 Sixteenth Street (2015-16) (9th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on April 14, 2015: That the renewal application of Wisconsin Discount, Yasin Abdel Karim, Agent for a Secondhand Jewelry Dealer's license and a Secondhand Article Dealer license for 2724 Sixteenth Street be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00239
| A | | New application of Greentree Massage LLC.for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 204, 2015-2016. (1st District) | Communication | Subject: New application of Greentree Massage LLC.for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 204, 2015-2016. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on April 14, 2015: That the new application of Greentree Massage LLC. for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 204, 2015-2016 be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00240
| A | | New application of Rustic Roots Massage LLC.for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 203, 2015-2016. (1st District) | Communication | Subject: New application of Rustic Roots Massage LLC.for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 203, 2015-2016. (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on April 14, 2015: That the new application of Rustic Roots Massage LLC. for a Massage Establishment Permit for 422B Main Street, Suite 203, 2015-2016 be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10625
| A | | Remove the east/west stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Mead Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Traffic Commission a request to remove the east/west stop signs on DeKoven Avenue at Mead Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Recommends that the request to remove the stop signs on the east and west approaches of the intersection of DeKoven Avenue and Mead Street be approved.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on January 19, 2015: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the request to remove the stop signs on the east and west approaches of the intersection of DeKoven Avenue and Mead Street be approved.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage change will result in a removal cost of $100.00 and no annual maintenance cost. | Approved | Pass |
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14-10626
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Traffic Commission a request to add stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Franklin Street, making it a four-way stop. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Traffic Commission a request to add stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Franklin Street, making it a four-way stop.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Receive and file.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on January 19, 2015: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Received and Filed | Fail |
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14-10626
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Traffic Commission a request to add stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Franklin Street, making it a four-way stop. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 2nd District requesting referral to the Traffic Commission a request to add stop signs on De Koven Avenue at Franklin Street, making it a four-way stop.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on November 17, 2014: Receive and file.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on January 19, 2015: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved | Pass |
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15-00125
| A | | 4-way stop at the intersection of 10th Street and Center Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District, on behalf of the Walden lll School students, requesting a 4-way stop at the intersection of 10th Street and Center Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the communication be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Received and Filed | Fail |
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15-00125
| A | | 4-way stop at the intersection of 10th Street and Center Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District, on behalf of the Walden lll School students, requesting a 4-way stop at the intersection of 10th Street and Center Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on March 16, 2015: Recommends that the communication be received and filed.
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15-00273
| A | | In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-66 (1) of Schedule C of the Municipal Co | Communication | Subject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the general ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted:
A. Recommends that Section 94-66 (1) of Schedule C of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "Through Streets" be amended:
By Deleting:
1. DeKoven Avenue, from west line of Wisconsin Avenue to east line of Taylor Avenue except at Mead Street.
By Including:
1. DeKoven Avenue, from west line of Wisconsin Avenue to east line of Taylor Avenue.
B. Recommends that Section 94-66 (3) of Schedule C of the Municipal Code of the General ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "All-way stop intersections" be amended:
By Deleting:
1. Mead Street and DeKoven Avenue.
C. Recommends that Section 94-141 (1) of Schedule F of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "No parking at any time" be amended:
By Including:
1. Eighth Street, south side, from Washington Avenue to Marquette Street.
D. Recomme | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10831
| A | | Comp Plan Amendment 1223 Ohio, 1212 1218 1222 Virginia (Ord. 07-15) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of an amendment to the 2035 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map designation for properties at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218 & 1222 Virginia Street from Medium Density Residential to Commercial. (Ord. 07-15)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-8-15: That the request for an amendment to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan designation for properties at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218 & 1222 Virginia Street from Medium Density Residential to Commercial be denied based on the findings as follows:
1. The proposed amendment is inconsistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the plan.
2. The proposed amendment leads to detrimental environmental effects.
3. The proposed amendment is not compatible with surrounding uses.
4. The existing local City (County) facilities and services are not adequate to serve the type of development associated with the amendment.
5. The proposed amendment at the proposed location does not enhance economic development within the City.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-29-15: Notwiths | Referred | Fail |
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| A | | Comp Plan Amendment 1223 Ohio, 1212 1218 1222 Virginia (Ord. 07-15) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of an amendment to the 2035 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map designation for properties at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218 & 1222 Virginia Street from Medium Density Residential to Commercial. (Ord. 07-15)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-8-15: That the request for an amendment to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan designation for properties at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218 & 1222 Virginia Street from Medium Density Residential to Commercial be denied based on the findings as follows:
1. The proposed amendment is inconsistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the plan.
2. The proposed amendment leads to detrimental environmental effects.
3. The proposed amendment is not compatible with surrounding uses.
4. The existing local City (County) facilities and services are not adequate to serve the type of development associated with the amendment.
5. The proposed amendment at the proposed location does not enhance economic development within the City.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-29-15: Notwiths | Approved | Fail |
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| A | | Comp Plan Amendment 1223 Ohio, 1212 1218 1222 Virginia (Ord. 07-15) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of an amendment to the 2035 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map designation for properties at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218 & 1222 Virginia Street from Medium Density Residential to Commercial. (Ord. 07-15)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-8-15: That the request for an amendment to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan designation for properties at 1223 Ohio Street and 1212, 1218 & 1222 Virginia Street from Medium Density Residential to Commercial be denied based on the findings as follows:
1. The proposed amendment is inconsistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the plan.
2. The proposed amendment leads to detrimental environmental effects.
3. The proposed amendment is not compatible with surrounding uses.
4. The existing local City (County) facilities and services are not adequate to serve the type of development associated with the amendment.
5. The proposed amendment at the proposed location does not enhance economic development within the City.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-29-15: Notwiths | Referred | Pass |
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14-10786
| A | | Rezone 4600 block Washington Avenue (ZOrd. 002-15)) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Richard Donner of Reinhart Boerner Van Dueren s.c., representing TMC Wisconsin 2 LLC, for the rezoning of the south side of Washington Avenue in the 4600 Block between Ohio Street and Virginia Street from B-1 Neighborhood Convenience, R-2 Single Family Residence, and R-3 Limited General Residence to B-2 Community Shopping District. (ZOrd. 002-15)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-8-15: That the request for the rezoning of the south side of Washington Avenue in the 4600 block between Ohio Street and Virginia Street to B-2 Community Shopping District be received and filed.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-27-15: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled.
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14-10787
| A | | CU 4600 Block Washington Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (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.
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15-00115
| A | | Ordinance 02-15 | Communication | Subject: Ordinance 02-15
To recreate Section 114-260 - Large Vehicle Parking of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-10-15: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-24-15: That Ordinance 02-15 be adopted.
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-25-15: That the Ordinance be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00214
| A | | Communication to rescind Legislative File 15-00115 relating to Ord. 02-15. | Communication | Subject: (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/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00300
| A | | CU 1304 Douglas Avenue (Res. No. 15-0171) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request from Ed Malacara, representing William Garcia & Luis Bautista, for a conditional use permit to operate an automobile repair facility known as "B & L Auto Repair" at 1304 Douglas Avenue. (Res. No. 15-0171)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-8-15: That the request be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00301
| A | | CU 3825 Erie Street (Res. No. 15-0172) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request from Marvin Letven, representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for a conditional use permit to allow a community garden at 3825 Erie Street. (PC-15) (Res. No. 15-0172)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-8-15: That the request be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00304
| A | | Water REC fee policy for existing buildings (Res No. 15-0178) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of City Development requesting creation of a REC Adjustment Grant for small businesses. (Res No. 15-0178)
Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 4-6-15: That the Common Council create a REC Adjustment Grant as described in Authority resolution 15-11 to assist the growth of commercial businesses and increase the occupancy of existing commercial space.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4-27-15: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to create a REC Adjustment Grant as described in Authority resolution 15-11 to assist the growth of commercial businesses and increase the occupancy of existing commercial space.
Fiscal Note: Intergovernmental Sewer Revenue Sharing funds are available for the grant. $25,000 annually would ensure sufficient coverage based on review of past REC fees on existing commercial buildings. This estimate will be adjusted based on actual experience after the grant program is established. | Referred | Pass |
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14-10389
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District recommending that signs for the Downtown tourist locations be larger and more numerous. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District recommending that signs for the Downtown tourist locations be larger and more numerous.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on July 21, 2014: Deferred
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on October 20, 2014: Recommends that the item be referred to the Public Works and Services Committee.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on November 11, 2014: Deferred
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on January 27, 2015: That this item be referred to the Committee of the Whole for consideration.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-15-2015: that staff be directed to contact outside municipalities for wayfaring help and further directing the City Administrator to coordinate with organizations that have expressed an interest in updating signage to create a strategic plan.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10409
| A | | Communication from the alderman of the 6th District requesting a meeting of the Committee of the Whole to discuss future of CAR25/BelleTV and revision of ordinance to allow for one Cable Commission member to be a non-City resident. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the alderman of the 6th District requesting a meeting of the Committee of the Whole to discuss future of CAR25/BelleTV and revision of ordinance to allow for one Cable Commission member to be a non-City resident.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-13-2014: the Item be Deferred.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-16-2014: That the Cable Commission ordinance be amended to permit one (1) non-City resident to serve on the Commission. Further, that the Item be Deferred for the Mayor to consult with the Cable Commission pursuant to section 26-23(6) of the Code for the purpose of permitting the Commission to review and comment on the Mayor's proposed Cable Commission budget prior to adoption by the Council.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-15-2015: the Item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10730
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District calling for a discussion by the Committee of the Whole regarding the failure of the City to provide requested information to the City Council. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District calling for a discussion by the Committee of the Whole regarding the failure of the City to provide requested information to the City Council.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 02-02-2015: the Item be Deferred.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-15-2015: the Item be received and filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00106
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting that the Common Council direct the City Attorney to draft and submit an ordinance repealing or modifying Chapter 26 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, to the extent that the statewi | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 11th District requesting that the Common Council direct the City Attorney to draft and submit an ordinance repealing or modifying Chapter 26 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, to the extent that the statewide television franchise system renders it superfluous or inconsistent with state law. (Ord. 09-15)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-15-2015: that the City Attorney be directed to draft an ordinance repealing or modifying Chapter 26 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, to the extent that the statewide television franchise system renders it superfluous or inconsistent with state law.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00297
| A | | Communication from the aldermen of the 7th and 11th districts requesting to approve a resolution opposing the elimination of the Personal Property Tax. (Res. No. 15-0174) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the aldermen of the 7th and 11th districts requesting to approve a resolution opposing the elimination of the Personal Property Tax. (Res. No. 15-0174)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-15-2015: Approve the Resolution.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00338
| A | | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions:
Appoint Melissa Kaprelian-Becker 2050 LaSalle St. Racine, 53402 to the Library Board filling the current vacancy, expiring June 1, 2017
Reappoint Dr. Mohammed Rafiullah 3001 Michigan Blvd. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Health for a 2 year term, expiring April 1, 2017
Reappoint Alderman James Kaplan 400 Kewaunee St. Racine, 53402 to the Board of Health for a 1 year term, expiring April 1, 2016
Reappoint Alderwoman Sandra Weidner 2310 Thor Ave Racine, 53405 to the Cemetery Board for a 1 year term, expiring April 1, 2016 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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14-10796
| A | | Ordinance 12-14 Dangerous Animals | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Ordinance 12-14 Dangerous Animals
To repeal and recreate Sections of Chapter 10 - Animals of the Municipal Code of Racine, Wisconsin.
Recommendation of the City Attorney: That Ordinance 12-14 be adopted.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 4-14-15: That this be adopted as amended.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00330
| A | | | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Ordinance 04-15 - Urban Chickens
Communication to repeal and recreate Sections of Chapter 10 - Animals of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
Recommendation of the Board of Health on 4-14-15: That Ordinance 04-15 - Urban Chickens be adopted as amended.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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15-00116
| A | | Communication to Repeal & Recreate Section 70-101. - CLosing Hours (Ord. 01-15) | Communication | Subject: (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/A | Deferred | Pass |
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Res.15-0151
| A | | Pedestrian Safety Grant | Resolution | Pedestrian Safety Grant
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Chief of Police to apply and accept funding for the Pedestrian Safety Grant (Grant Control #00026).
Fiscal Note: Grant amount is $4,000.00. There is a City (soft) match required of $1,000.00. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0152
| A | | 2015 Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking Grant | Resolution | 2015 Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking Grant
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Chief of Police to apply for the 2015 Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking Grant (Grant Control #00028).
Fiscal Note: Grant funds will be between $600,000.00 and $900,000.00 over a 3 year period. The City will soft match of 25%. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0153
| A | | Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street | Resolution | Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street
Resolved, that $700,000.00 in anticipated 2015 CDBG funding for Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street, is approved to 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 $700,000.00 in CDBG funding for Concrete Pavement Replacement. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0154
| A | | Purchase of Outdoor Wireless Equipment from Cisco Systems, Inc. | Resolution | Purchase of Outdoor Wireless Equipment from Cisco Systems, Inc.
Resolved, that permission is granted to the MIS Director to purchase updated Outdoor Wireless Equipment from Cisco Systems at a cost of $44,893.92.
Fiscal Note: The funds are available in the City's 2015 capital budget under account 70113.57355. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0155
| A | | Official Notice #1-2015 - Purchase of Zodiac Rec Pro 550 | Resolution | Official Notice #1-2015 - Purchase of Zodiac Rec Pro 550
Resolved, that the purchase of one (1) Zodiac Rec Pro 550 with water access ladder with manufacturer approved trailer from Official Notice #1-2015, is awarded to Reed Yacht Sales at its bid price of $39,237.00, it being the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Bid price of $39,237.00 with funds available in accounts in 45030 57300 and 20618 57300. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0156
| A | | W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant for the Machinery Row Riverfront Promenade | Resolution | W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant for the Machinery Row Riverfront Promenade
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Assistant Director of City Development to apply for a W-DNR Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant for the Machinery Row riverfront promenade (Grant Control #00035).
Fiscal Note: Realistic endeavor of $500,000.00 with 50% match referred. Match from TID. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0157
| A | | US EPA Brownfield Clean-Up Revolving Loan Fund (BC-RLF) Supplemental Grant | Resolution | US EPA Brownfield Clean-Up Revolving Loan Fund (BC-RLF) Supplemental Grant
Resolved, that the Directory of City Development is authorized to act on the behalf of the Authority to submit to the US EPA an application for a supplemental grant to the BC-RLF, sign all forms and documents necessary, pay all fees, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, complete, and submit the supplemental grant application(Grant Control #00034).
Fiscal Note: It is estimated that the brownfield clean-up sites represent an estimated need of funds in excess of $3,000,000.00. A 20% local match is required ($600,000.00 local match). Match funds are available via non-EPA grants, Tax Increment Districts, and the Intergovernmental Shared Revenue account (Grant Control #00034). | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0158
| A | | US EPA Area Wide Planning Grant for RootWorks | Resolution | US EPA Area Wide Planning Grant for RootWorks
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Mayor, City Clerk, and Executive Director, or their authorized agent to accept the US EPA for Area Wide Planning Grant funds, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete approved grant activities.
Fiscal Note: The grant request is for $200,000.00 and there is no City Match required. (Grant Control No. 2014-036) (Grant Control #00036). | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0159
| A | | Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Idle Industrial Site Grant for Machinery Row | Resolution | Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Idle Industrial Site Grant for Machinery Row
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Mayor, City Clerk, and Executive Director or their designee to accept a $1,000,000.00 grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation to aid in the removal of asbestos and lead in the Machinery Row site, sign documents, and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities.
Fiscal Note: There is a local match of $3.3 million which will come from a variety of sources including private sector investment and eligible project plan line items from TID 18. (Grant Control No. 2014-041) (Grant Control #00037). | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0160
| A | | Represent Employees in Racine County Circuit Court Case No. 15-CV-0979, Danny Mosley, et al. v. City of Racine, et al | Resolution | Represent Employees in Racine County Circuit Court Case No. 15-CV-0979, Danny Mosley, et al. v. City of Racine, et al
Resolved, that the City Attorney is authorized to represent Public Works employee Charles A. Forbes and all other employees in the lawsuit filed in the Racine County Circuit Court under Case No. 15-CV-0979, Danny Mosley, et al. v. City of Racine, et al.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0161
| A | | Represent Racine Police Officer in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v. City of Racine, et al | Resolution | Represent Racine Police Officer in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v. City of Racine, et al
Resolved, that the City Attorney is authorized to represent Racine police officer M. Keland and all other officers in the lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin under Case No. 14-CV-1412, Anthony Morris v. City of Racine, et al.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0162
| A | | Local 67, DPW/Parks 2015 Collective Bargaining Agreement | Resolution | Local 67, DPW/Parks 2015 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Resolved, that the negotiated Local 67, DPW/Parks 2015 collective bargaining agreement is approved.
Fiscal Note: Total base wages for 2015 shall increase by $11,315.20 over 2014 total base wages. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0163
| A | | Local 67, City Hall Clericals 2015 Collective Bargaining Agreement | Resolution | Local 67, City Hall Clericals 2015 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Resolved, that the negotiated Local 67, City Hall Clericals collective bargaining agreement is approved.
Fiscal Note: Total base wages for 2015 shall increase by $0 over 2014 total base wages. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0164
| A | | Local 67, Police Department Clericals 2015 Collective Bargaining Agreement | Resolution | Local 67, Police Department Clericals 2015 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Resolved, that the negotiated Local 67, Police Department Clericals collective bargaining agreement is approved.
Fiscal Note: Total base wages for 2015 shall increase by $0 over 2014 total base wages. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0165
| A | | Installation of Athletic Recognition Signs on City's Main Entryways | Resolution | Installation of Athletic Recognition Signs on City's Main Entryways
Resolved, that the request of The Prairie School to provide panels for athletic recognition, subject to design review and approval by the Traffic Engineer, to be installed on the entry signs located on Highway 20, Highway 32 and on Highway 38 is approved.
Fiscal Note: The Prairie School is solely responsible for all costs associated with fabrication and installation of these signs, including staff time and expenses incurred in replacing/updating the City-owned entry signs. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0166
| A | | Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street | Resolution | Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street
Resolved, that Contract 09-15 (K5-009), CDBG Concrete Reconstruction - Yout Street, is awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., at its bid price of $1,402,276.50, 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:
$ 28,339.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving
$ 150,000.00 - Org-Object-Project 20126-57500-40001, DPW-Paving 2015 LRIP
$ 700,000.00 - Org-Object-Project 20045-57500, DPW-Paving 2015 CDBG
$ 240,611.75 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers
$ 162,693.38 - Org-Object-Project 40102-57560, RWWU-Sewer Relay
$ 120,632.37 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers
$1,402,276.50 - Total | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0167
| A | | Amend Resolution 15-0148 | Resolution | Amend Resolution 15-0148
Resolved, that Resolution 15-0148, of April 8, 2015, is to be amended to delete:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Old Mill Drive - Northwestern Avenue to Cul-de-sac
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING
Luedtke Court - Spring Street to Luedtke Avenue - Dead End to Luedtke Avenue
And, as amended, Resolution No. 15-0148, of April 8, 2015, is to be adopted.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0168
| A | | Preliminary Resolution - Kewaunee Street - Chatham St. to Michigan Blvd. | Resolution | Preliminary - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s):
All property fronting upon both sides:
SEWER LATERAL
Kewaunee Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard
SANITARY SEWER
Kewaunee Street - Chatham Street to Michigan Boulevard
2. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements.
3. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten (10) annual installments.
4. The Commissioner of Public Works is directed to prepare a report consisting of:
a. Preliminary or final plans and specifications for said improvement.
b. An estimate of th | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0169
| A | | Easement Rrequest from WE Energies for 1214 Grove Avenue | Resolution | Easement Request from WE Energies for 1214 Grove Avenue
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an easement agreement in which the City of Racine grants WE Energies permission to construct, erect, operate, maintain and replace overhead utility facilities at 1214 Grove Avenue.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0171
| A | | B & L Auto Repair at 1304 Douglas Avenue | Resolution | B & L Auto Repair at 1304 Douglas Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Ed Malacara, representing William Garcia and Luis Bautista, for a conditional use permit to operate “B & L Auto Repair”, an automobile repair facility, at 1304 Douglas Avenue, is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission at the April 8, 2015 meeting be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all applicable building and occupancy permits be obtained from the Building Inspection department.
c. That this request is subject to review of the Douglas Avenue Corridor District and Business Improvement District.
d. That the hours of operation may be from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
e. That a revised parking plan properly showing the landscape island and modification to the parking areas, including the removal of the parking space in front of the entry door/utility area, be provided to the Department of City Development prior to issuance of an occupancy permit.
f. That no engine repair, transmission repair o | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0172
| A | | Community Garden at 3825 Erie Street | Resolution | Community Garden at 3825 Erie Street
Resolved, that the request from Marvin Letven, representing RUGN (Racine Urban Garden Network) for a conditional use permit to allow a community garden at 3825 Erie Street is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on April 8, 2015, be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the garden shall be the responsibility of the RUGN and individual plot users shall be subject to these conditions as well as the RUGN Rules and Regulations.
c. That no outdoor storage of supplies, materials, or equipment shall be allowed.
d. That signage is not approved with this review. Any request for future signage shall require a minor amendment to the conditional use. Signage shall be limited to 12 square feet, be no taller than 4 feet, be located no closer than 10 feet from any property line, be no closer than 75 feet from any other zoning lot, and may not be located on the church building or parsonage.
e. That the applicant shall require all garden users to remove their tr | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0174
| A | | Resolution Concerning Elimination of Personal Property Taxes | Resolution | Resolution Concerning Elimination of Personal Property Taxes
WHEREAS, the State of Wisconsin has been regularly and consistently reducing aid payments to municipalities and exempting property taxes for certain businesses and industries for the past forty years which has shifted the property tax burden to residential homeowners.
WHEREAS, Representative Bob Kulp (R-Stratford) and Senator Tom Tiffany (R-Hazelhurst) plan to introduce legislation that would eliminate both the personal property tax and the computer aid payments made to local governments; and
WHEREAS, the total statewide personal property tax levy in 2013 (collected in 2014) was $290 million; and
WHEREAS, the State has been making computer aid payments to local governments since 2001 to offset the personal property tax exemption for computer equipment that was created that year, with the total payment for 2015 set at $83.8 million; and
WHEREAS, elimination of the personal property tax on businesses will result in even more of the property tax burden shifting to residential homeowners, who, on average already | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.15-0170
| A | | Final Resolution | Resolution | Final - Ten (10) Year
Benefits & Damages
WHEREAS, the Public Works & Services Committee of the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, held a public hearing at the Council Chambers in the City Hall at 5:30 P.M. on the 14th day of April, 2015 for the purpose of hearing all interested persons concerning the preliminary resolution and report of the Commissioner of Public Works on the proposed improvement of:
Portland Cement Concrete Paving
Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue
Orchard Street - Nineteenth Street to Twentieth Street
Curb & Gutter
Monarch Drive - Emstan Hills Road to Biscayne Avenue
Sewer & Water
Orchard Street - Nineteenth Street to Twentieth Street
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Racine as follows:
1. That the report of the Commissioner of Public Works pertaining to the construction of the above described public improvements, including plans and specifications therefore, as modified, is hereby adopted and approved.
2. That the | Referred | |
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Ord.05-15
| A | | Ordinance 05-15 - Appointment of Humane Officers | Ordinance | Ordinance 05-15 - Appointment of Humane Officers
An ordinance to create a section in Chapter 2 - Administration, Article IV Departments, Division 6. - Police Department, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin for the appointment of humane officers.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows:
Part 1: To amend - Administration Chapter 2, Article IV Departments, Division 6. - Police Department of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin by adding the following section:
“Sec. 2-412. - Appointment of Humane Officers
(a) The Common Council shall appoint one or more humane officers. Humane officers shall have all of the powers and duties established under Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 173.
(b) The Chief of Police is hereby designated as the official who may modify or withdraw abatement orders issued pursuant to Section 173.11, Wis. Stats.”
Part 2: Sections 2-413 - 2-430 are hereby reserved.
Part 3: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the City Common Council and | Referred | |
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Ord.06-15
| A | | Ordinance 06-15 - Public Passenger Vehicle License | Ordinance | Ordinance 06-15
An ordinance to amend Sec. 22-1066. - Driver's licenses-Required; application of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin to prohibit issuance of a public passenger vehicle license to applicants with OWI convictions within the past five years.
The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin do ordain as follows:
Part 1: To renumber subsection “(d) Action on application” to subsection “(e)” in Chapter 22, Article XXVIII, Division 3. - Drivers, Sec. 22-1066. - Driver's licenses-Required; application of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
Part 2: To amend Chapter 22, Article XXVIII, Division 3. - Drivers, Sec. 22-1066. - Driver's licenses-Required; application of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin by adding the new subsection (d) as follows:
“(d) No license shall be issued to any applicant who has an OWI conviction within the previous two years or two or more convictions within the previous five years.”
Part 3: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the C | Referred | |
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