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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/6/2016 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall, Room 205
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ZOrd.0004-16 A An Ordinance Rezoning 1325 - 14th StreetZoning OrdinanceZOrd. 004-16 An Ordinance Rezoning 1325 - 14th 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 1325 14 th, Racine, Wisconsin, Street, and more particularly described as follows: “That part of Block 77 of the School Section being Herrick’s Subdivision, part of Lots 1, 2 and 3, plus the Southwest ¼ of Section 16, Township 3 North, Range 23 East, Part of Block 77, all described in Volume 2059, Pages 377-378in the Register of Deeds, being North of 15th Street South of Fourteenth Street, and East of Junction Avenue, all located in the Southwest ¼ of the Northwest ¼, and the Northwest ¼ of the Southwest ¼ of the Southwest ¼, of Section 16, Township 3 North, Range 23 East, City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (containing 17,625+ square feet or 0.405 acres)” be rezoned from I-2 general Industrial District to B-2 Community Shopping District. Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the City Common    Action details Video Video
Ord.0004-16 A Ordinance 04-16 - Tattoo Establishments in the B-1 Neighborhood ConvenienceOrdinanceOrdinance 04-16 - Tattoo Establishments in the B-1 Neighborhood Convenience An ordinance to amend Chapter 114 - Zoning, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin regarding tattoo establishments in the B-1 Neighborhood Convenience. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: Part 1: To amend subsection (16) of Sec.114-448. -Conditional uses in Chapter 114 - Zoning, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin by adding the phrase “, tattoo establishment as accessory to a principal use” after the word “composer.” 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. Fiscal Note: N/A   Action details Video Video
0703-16 A claim of Erie Ins (Four Seasons Lawn Care)ClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Erie Insurance (Four Seasons Lawn Care) for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: That the claim of Erie Insurance be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0714-16 A Subject: Communication from Chief Howell requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss permission to accept a donation for the K9 Unit. (Res No. 0321-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Chief Howell requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss permission to accept a donation for the K9 Unit. (Res No. 0321-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: Accept the donation of $1,410.00 from Tony Gravley of Next Generation K-9 for the Police K-9 Unit. Fiscal Note: There is no city match.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0719-16 A claim of Timothy BlaesingClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Timothy Blaesing for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: That the claim of Timothy Blaesing be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0731-16 A permission to represent employees in lawsuit Lang v. City (Res No. 0325-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting permission to represent employees named in the lawsuit, Kandice J. Lang v. City of Racine, et. al. (Case No. 16-CV-1367) (Res No. 0325-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: The City represent employees named in the lawsuit, Kandice J. Lang v. City of Racine, et. al. (Case No. 16-CV-1367). Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0738-16 A Chief Art Howell (Res No. 0322-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Chief Howell requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss accepting the 2017 Department of Justice Youth Gang Diversion Grant (Grant Control #00099). (Res No. 0322-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: Grant permission to The Chief of Police to apply for and accept the 2017 Department of Justice Youth Gang Diversion Grant (Grant Control #00099). Fiscal Note: There is no required city match.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0746-16 B Communication from County Prep Football requesting to discuss PRCS fees & chargesCommunicationSubject: Communication from the President of Racine County Prep Football requesting to discuss City of Racine park use fees & charges. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: Defer. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/26/16: Receive & File Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0751-16 A claim of Hua ZhangClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Hua Zhang for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: That the claim of Hua Zhang be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0758-16 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting a transfer of 2016 CIP funds. (Res No. 0324-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting a transfer of 2016 CIP funds. (Res No. 0324-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: $400,000 be transferred from account 45040-57200 DPW-Building Improvements to account 45040-57300 DPW-Equipment to help facilitate the solid waste cart system. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for the transfer.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0764-16 A claim of Robert KunaschkClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Robert Kunaschk for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: That the claim of Robert Kunaschk be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0737-16 A Communication from Chief Howell requesting to appear in front of the Public Works & Services Committee to discuss the removal of the planters on the 18th Street Mall. (Res No. 0327-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Chief Howell requesting to appear in front of the Public Works & Services Committee to discuss the removal of the planters on the 18th Street Mall. (Res No. 0327-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-13-16: Recommend the cluster of three planters adjacent to the COP House at 1750 Mead Street be removed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0759-16 A Communication from Scott Underwood and Ilene Zinn requesting permission to install a projecting sign in the City right-of-way at 2051 Mead Street. (Res No. 0335-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Scott Underwood and Ilene Zinn requesting permission to install a projecting sign in the City right-of-way at 2051 Mead Street. (Res No. 0335-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-13-16: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-26-16: That the property owner of 2051 Mead Street, Zinn Properties, LLC., 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. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0739-16 A Subject: (New) Application of Jeanne Heckenlively for a Secondhand Article Dealer's License for 215 Sixth Street. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Jeanne Heckenlively for a Secondhand Article Dealer's License for 215 Sixth Street. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-13-16: That the (New) Application of Jeanne Heckenlively for a Secondhand Article Dealer's License for 215 Sixth Street be approved as presented. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0766-16 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Kelly's On 6th Inc. dba Kelly's On 6th, located at 910 6th St, Kelly Hansen, Agent. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Kelly's On 6th Inc. dba Kelly's On 6th, located at 910 6th St., Kelly Hansen, Agent. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-13-16: That the (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Kelly's On 6th Inc. dba Kelly's On 6th, located at 910 6th St., Kelly Hansen, Agent, be approved as presented. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0707-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting a traffic study be done for the intersection of Walton Avenue and N. Wisconsin Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting a traffic study be done for the intersection of Walton Avenue and N. Wisconsin Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-19-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 02-20-17: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0708-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting a traffic study be done for the intersection of Walton Avenue and Erie Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting a traffic study be done for the intersection of Walton Avenue and Erie Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-19-16: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0736-16 A Communication from Chris Becker (GJ & AM Properties, LLC. - 1500 Summit Ave.) wishing to discuss parking issues in the 1500 block of Summit Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Chris Becker (GJ & AM Properties, LLC. - 1500 Summit Ave.) wishing to discuss parking issues in the 1500 block of Summit Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-19-16: Recommends that the request to install No Parking from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., except on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays in front of 1501 and 1507 Summitt Avenue be approved. Further recommends that Schedule F of Section 94-141 be amended to create "No Parking, from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., except on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays". Further recommends that this new section be amended to include: 1. Summit Avenue, east side, from Kewaunee Street north 90 feet. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $100.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $40.00.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0752-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 13th District, on behalf of Liz Martin (1919 Deane Blvd) requesting a four-way stop at the intersection of 19th Street and Deane Boulevard.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 13th District, on behalf of Liz Martin (1919 Deane Blvd) requesting a four-way stop at the intersection of 19th Street and Deane Boulevard. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-19-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Recommends that stop signs be reversed at the intersections of Deane Boulevard and 19th Street. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0734-16 A Economic Development ActivityCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting permission for the Racine County Economic Development Corporation to present their annual report to the Committee of the Whole on September 20th, 2016. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-20-2016: the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0765-16 A Present Monument Square Policy Amendments (Res No. 0332-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services presenting amendments of policies and procedures for use of Monument Square. (Res No. 0332-16) Recommendation from the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 9/14/16: The policy and procedures for use of Monument Square, as amended, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0348-16 A Subject: (Direct Referral) A communication from the Interim Director of City Development seeking permission to accept a $470,800.00 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources - Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant for the acquistion of 5.575 acrCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority for permission to accept a Knowles-Nelson grant of $470,750 from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the purposes of property acquisition for the “Machinery Row” portion of the Root River Promenade (Grant Control #00035). (Res. No. 0304-16) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 8-29-16: That the grant acceptance be approved and the Chairman and the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority, Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to acquire the property, bring sufficient funds to the closing to close the transaction, acquire the reimbursement under the grant, and to take such actions and make such decisions necessary to carry out the intent of the attached resolution. Staff Recommendation to the Finance and Personnel Committee on 8-31-2016: That the Finance and Personnel Committee recommend that the Common Council approve acceptance of the grant. Fiscal Note: The grant is for $470,750. The developer is donating a grant match of fifty percent of the total appraised value ($ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0648-16 A claim of Clyde Oliver, JrClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Clyde Oliver, Jr. for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/22/16: That the claim of Clyde Oliver Jr. be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Video Video
0649-16 A claim of Michael MaurerClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Michael Maurer for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/22/16: That the claim of Michael Maurer be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Video Video
0677-16 B Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services & the Board of Cemetery Commissioners (Res. No. 0297-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services and Board of Cemetery Commissioners requesting approval of Section 5A for sale of full-size and cremation graves at Mound Cemetery. (Res. No. 0297-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/22/16: Approve Mound Cemetery section 5A for sale of full-size and cremation graves at Mound Cemetery. Fiscal Note: Potential sales of 132 standard grave packages at resident rates amount to approximately $276,500 and potential sales of 132 cremation grave packages at resident rates amount to approximately $170,300.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0679-16 A Subject: Communication from Chief Howell requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel committee to seek formal approval to accept the range rental agreement for the use of the Mt. Pleasant Police Department shooting range. (Res. No. 0300-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Chief Howell requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel committee to seek formal approval to accept the range rental agreement for the use of the Mt. Pleasant Police Department shooting range.(Res. No. 0300-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/22/16: That Police Chief Howell be authorized and directed to execute the Memorandum of Understanding between the Mount Pleasant Police Department and the Racine Police Department for use of the Mount Pleasant Firing Range. Fiscal Note: Annual cost is $11,000 and has been budgeted for by the Police Department.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
0681-16 A increase City Attorney staffing (Res. No. 0302-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney seeking to increase the City Attorney Office’s authorized full time equivalents by one to add an additional Assistant City Attorney. Funding to cover this additional position will come from a reduction in the expenditures for outside legal counsel. (Res. No. 0302-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/22/16: City Attorney Office’s authorized full time equivalents be increased by one to add an additional Assistant City Attorney. Fiscal Note: Funding to cover this additional position will come from a reduction in the expenditures for outside legal counsel.Approved as PresentedFail Action details Video Video
0683-16 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting the city proceed forward with issuing an Intent to Purchase letter for new Quint 3 and to waive formal bidding for the acquisition of new fire apparatus under the 2017 CIP. (Res. No. 0298-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting the city proceed forward with issuing an Intent to Purchase letter for new Quint 3 and to waive formal bidding for the acquisition of new fire apparatus under the 2017 CIP. (Res. No. 0298-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/22/16: Formal bidding be waived and, the purchasing agent be authorized and directed to negotiate and issue an Intent to Purchase letter, and subsequent purchase order, with Reliant Apparatus/Pierce Fire Apparatus to acquire a new 2017 Pierce Quint Pumper/Aerial Truck (Quint 3). Fiscal Note: Funding will be provided in the 2017 CIP. Order lead time on this unit is 15 months. Starting the process now will allow for delivery in December 2017. The current cost is estimated at $760,000.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0684-16 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to update the State of Wisconsin Regional Haz Mat Team compensation schedule for the department. (Res. No. 0299-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting to update the State of Wisconsin Regional Haz Mat Team compensation schedule for the department. (Res. No. 0299-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/22/16: Members of the Haz Mat Committee receive increased incentive/stipend pay. Fiscal Note: Fiscal Note: Total estimated cost of the additional incentive pay is $3,500 annually and will be entirely funded from State Haz Mat funds. No local levy dollars will be utilized.Approved  Action details Video Video
0717-16 A Carlson Dettmann Consulting , LLC (Res. No. 0303-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney and the Human Resources Manager requesting approval to enter into a professional services agreement with Carlson Dettmann Consulting, LLC for an assessment of the City’s classification and compensation program for approximately 150 general employee job classifications. (Res. No. 0303-16) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/22/16: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a professional services agreement with Carlson Dettmann Consulting, LLC for an assessment of the City’s classification and compensation program. Fiscal Note: Cost of contract is $52,500 plus contractor’s reasonable travel expenses. Funds are available in Atty-Professional Services 11004-52100.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0742-16 A FDP MR LLC Amendment (Res. No. 0305-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by the Executive Director authorizing a second amendment to the development agreement between FDP MR, LLC; Rodney A. Blackwell; the City of Racine; and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine regarding the Machinery Row Development, subject to approval of the Amendment by the Common Council. (Res. No. 0305-16) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 8-29-16: That the amendment to the development agreement be approved and that the Chairman and Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority, Mayor, City Clerk, and City Staff be authorized to execute the Second Amendment, to expend funds in accordance with the Second Amendment, and to take such actions and make such decisions necessary to carry out the intent of the attached resolution. Staff Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Meeting on 8-31-2016: That the Finance and Personnel Committee recommend the Common Council approve, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute, the amendment to the development agreement to Common Council. Fiscal Note: The second amendmento suspend the Rules of CouncilPass Action details Video Video
0742-16 A FDP MR LLC Amendment (Res. No. 0305-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by the Executive Director authorizing a second amendment to the development agreement between FDP MR, LLC; Rodney A. Blackwell; the City of Racine; and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine regarding the Machinery Row Development, subject to approval of the Amendment by the Common Council. (Res. No. 0305-16) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 8-29-16: That the amendment to the development agreement be approved and that the Chairman and Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority, Mayor, City Clerk, and City Staff be authorized to execute the Second Amendment, to expend funds in accordance with the Second Amendment, and to take such actions and make such decisions necessary to carry out the intent of the attached resolution. Staff Recommendation to the Finance & Personnel Meeting on 8-31-2016: That the Finance and Personnel Committee recommend the Common Council approve, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute, the amendment to the development agreement to Common Council. Fiscal Note: The second amendmenApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0340-16 A Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authorization to procure four (4) side-loading refuse collection trucks through the Lake County Joint Purchase Agreement #15015.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authorization to procure four (4) side-loading refuse collection trucks through the Lake County Joint Purchase Agreement #15015. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 05-10-16: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0678-16 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, Marvin Gleason Contractors, contractor. (Res. No. 0312-16)CommunicationSubject: Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, Marvin Gleason Contractors, contractor. (Res. No. 0312-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, Marvin Gleason Contractors, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $41,407.00 Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57540, Repair Washington Avenue Bridge SW. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0706-16 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160030, Samuel Myers Park Renovations - Phase lll, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor. (Res. No. 0311-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160030, Samuel Myers Park Renovations - Phase lll, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor. (Res. No. 0311-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160030, Samuel Myers Park Renovations - Phase lll, A.W. Oakes & Son, contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $3,227.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $2,237.00 - Org-Object 20201-52200-20011, FFLM 2015 $ 990.00 - Org-Object 20104-53200-20038, WCMP 2015 $3,227.00 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0709-16 A Bid results on Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement. (Res. No. 0309-16)CommunicationSubject: Bid results on Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement. (Res. No. 0309-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement, be awarded to Ray Hintz, Inc., at their bid price of $126,831.75, it being the lowest responsible bidder. We also recommend alternate items 1 - 5 are included as fixed prices in the event they are needed. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0710-16 A Bid results on Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof and Masonry Restoration (R1). (Res. No. 0310-16)CommunicationSubject: Bid results on Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof and Masonry Restoration (R1). (Res. No. 0310-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof and Masonry Restoration (R1), be awarded to Kaschak Roofing, Inc. at their bid price of $293,000, plus Alt. 1 in the amount of $51,000, plus Alt. 2 in the amount of $18,000, plus Alt. 3 in the amount of $4,800 for a total bid amount of $366,800, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45050-57200, Zoo - Primate Building Roof. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0713-16 A Communication from Grace Church requesting permission to close Center Street from 8th Street to 11th Street on Saturday, September 17, 2016, for the Convoy of Hope Event. (Res. No. 0306-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Grace Church requesting permission to close Center Street from 8th Street to 11th Street on Saturday, September 17, 2016, for the Convoy of Hope Event. (1st District) (Res. No. 0306-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: Grace Church be granted permission to close Center Street from 8th Street to 11th Street on Saturday, September 17, 2016, for the Convoy of Hope 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. The sponsor shall pay a $400 special event fee. F. 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. ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0721-16 A Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street for Party on the Pavement on SeptCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street for Party on the Pavement on September 24, 2016, from 12:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. (1st District) (Res. No. 0307-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street and 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street , on September 24, 2016, from 12:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. for Party on the Pavement 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. ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0727-16 A Communication from The Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main Street), requesting to close High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street for a fundraiser on September 17, 2016. (Res. No. 0308-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from The Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main Street), requesting to close High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street for a fundraiser on September 17, 2016. (4th District) (Res. No. 0308-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That permission be granted to The Rhino Bar to close High Street from Main Street to Chatham Street on September 17, 2016, from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M., in conjunction with a fundraising 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. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. G. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control PlaApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0728-16 A Final Payment on Contract 20160017, PS - Memorial Drive Bridge - Scour Action Plan, Graef-USA, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 0314-16)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20160017, PS - Memorial Drive Bridge - Scour Action Plan, Graef-USA, Inc., consultant. (Res. No. 0314-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That the work done by Graef-USA, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $2,125.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0067-16, dated March 1, 2016.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0733-16 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 0315-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res. No. 0315-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant, as submitted, be approved. Fiscal Note: Amendment No. 1 is in the not-to-exceed amount of $98,100.00. Funding to defray the cost of this amendment be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $43,600.00 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer Var. Loc. $23,900.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewer Misc. Loc. $30,600.00 - Org-Object 40102-57560, Water/Wastewater Projects $98,100.00 - TotalApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0743-16 A Final Payment on Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, Marvin Gleason Contractors, contractor. (Res. No. 0313-16)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, Marvin Gleason Contractors, contractor. (Res. No. 0313-16) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-16: That the work done by Marvin Gleason Contractors, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $87,627.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0084-16, dated March 15, 2016.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0645-16 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for BJW's LLC dba BJW's, 1301 Washington Ave, Michael Winston, Agent. (3rd District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for BJW's LLC dba BJW's, 1301 Washington Ave, Michael Winston, Agent. (3rd District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-08-16: That the new application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for BJW's LLC dba BJW's, 1301 Washington Ave, Michael Winston, Agent be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-23-16: That the new application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for BJW's LLC dba BJW's, 1301 Washington Ave, Michael Winston, Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0653-16 A Subject: (Direct Referral)(Change of Agent) Application of Top Matrangas Supermarket, Kanwaljit Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1200 Villa Street (1st District).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral)(Change of Agent) Application of Top Matrangas Supermarket, Kanwaljit Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1200 Villa Street (1st District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-08-16: That the change of Agent for Top Matrangas Supermarket, Kanwaljit Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1200 Villa Street be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-23-16: That the change of Agent for Top Matrangas Supermarket, Kanwaljit Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1200 Villa Street be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0654-16 A Subject: (Direct Referral)(Change of Agent) Application of Top High Street Pantry, Kanwaljit Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 704 High Street (4th District).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral)(Change of Agent) Application of Top High Street Pantry, Kanwaljit Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 704 High Street (4th District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-08-16: That the change of Agent for Top High Street Pantry, Kanwaljit Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 704 High Street be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-23-16: That the change of Agent for Top High Street Pantry, Kanwaljit Singh, Agent, for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 704 High Street be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0700-16 A Communication from the Sixth District Alderperson requesting the Public Safety & Licensing Committee to review, revise, and update Chapter 22, Article XXIII. The intent of the requestor is that the Public Safety & Licensing Committee will discuss appointCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Sixth District Alderperson requesting the Public Safety & Licensing Committee to review, revise, and update Chapter 22, Article XXIII. The intent of the requestor is that the Public Safety & Licensing Committee will discuss appointing an ad-hoc committee, comprised of interested alderpersons, a representative from the Police Department, and representatives of authorized towing companies, to review Chapter 22, Article XXIII. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-23-16: That the City Attorney, Racine Police Traffic Investigators, with input from local towing companies, review and revise the current towing ordinance, be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0666-16 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, August 3, 2016.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, August 3, 2016. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-23-16: That the item be Received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder from the two bids was Auto Parts City. Fiscal Note: This will generate $5,472.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0675-16 A Request from the Friends of the Library to pre-pay $100 for all parking in the Library Lot (63 spaces) and the Memorial Hall Lot (17 spaces) Saturday morning, November 12, 2016, from 8:00 A.M. to 12 Noon. (Res. No. 0316-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request from the Friends of the Library to pre-pay $100 for all parking in the Library Lot (63 spaces) and the Memorial Hall Lot (17 spaces) Saturday morning, November 12, 2016, from 8:00 A.M. to 12 Noon. (Res. No. 0316-16) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 08-24-16: Approve the request from the Friends of the Library to pre-pay $100 for public parking in the Library Lot and Memorial Hall Lot on November 12, 2016, from 8:00 A.M. to 12 Noon. Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $100.00 for the Parking System.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0680-16 A Drug and Alcohol Policy approval. (Res. No. 0318-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Drug and Alcohol Policy approval. (Res. No. 0318-16) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 08-24-16: Approve the Drug and Alcohol Policy. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0720-16 A Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting a "Free Parking Day" in the downtown area on September 24, 2016, from 12:00 - 7:00 P.M. for Party on the Pavement. (Res. No. 0317-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting a "Free Parking Day" in the downtown area on September 24, 2016, from 12:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. for Party on the Pavement. (Res. No. 0317-16) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 08-24-16: Approve the request from Downtown Racine Corporation requesting a "Free Parking Day" in the downtown area on September 24, 2016, from 12:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. for Party on the Pavement. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0667-16 A CU 1975 State StreetConditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) An application from Vishal Investments, LLC, represented by Ted Gement, seeking approval of a conditional use amendment to relocate a non-conforming sign at 1975 State Street. (PC-16) Recommendaton of the City Plan Commission on 8-31-16: That the request be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0760-16 A (ZOrd.0004-16) Ordinance Rezoning 1325 14th StreetCommunicationSubject: (ZOrd.0004-16) An Ordinance rezoning 1325 - 14th Street from I-2 General Industrial District to B-2 Community Shopping District. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-31-16: That the ordinance be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0761-16 A (Ord.0004-16) Tattoo OrdinanceCommunicationSubject: (Ord.0004-16) An ordinance to amend Chapter 114 - Zoning of the Municipal Code regarding tattoo establishments in the B-1 Neighborhood Convenience District. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-31-16: That the ordinance be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0740-16 A Stephen's Trucking CDBG Small Business (Res. No. 0319-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Executive Director authorizing a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Revolving Loan of $105,000 to Stephens Express Trucking, LLC as recommended by Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation. (Res. No. 0319-16) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 8-29-16: That the Mayor, City Clerk and Director of City Development be authorized to execute a written agreement with Stephens Express Trucking, LLC consistent with federal regulations for CDBG funds with loan assistance not to exceed $105,000 for the purpose of retaining an existing business and creating at least two full-time and two part-time jobs. Fiscal Note: The Community Development Committee and Common Council allocated CDBG funds for the purposes of assisting small businesses through the 2016 Annual Plan. There are sufficient funds available in account 20045 (CDBG 2015) and 20046 (CDBG 2016) to support this loan request.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0741-16 A CDBG Small Business Loan R&B Grinding (Res. No. 0320-16)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Executive Director authorizing a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Revolving Loan of $506,815 to R&B Grinding Company, Inc. as recommended by the Racine County Economic Development Corporation Business Lending Partners. (Res. No. 0320-16) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 8-29-16: That the Mayor, City Clerk, and Director of City Development be authorized to execute a written agreement with R&B Grinding Company, Inc. consistent with federal regulations for CDBG funds with loan assistance not to exceed $506,815 for the purpose of retaining an existing business and at least 20 employees with 11 (51%) from low to moderate income households. Fiscal Note: The Community Development Committee and Common Council allocated CDBG funds for the purposes of assisting small businesses through the 2016 Annual Plan. There are sufficient funds available in account 20045 (CDBG 2015) and 20046 (CDBG 2016) to support this loan request.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
13-9668 A Communication form the Alderman of the 5th District requesting a meeting of the Committee of the Whole to review and discuss the budget process. The goal of the discussion would be to improve the level of information provided to the Common Council and tCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting a meeting of the Committee of the Whole to review and discuss the budget process. The goal of the discussion would be to improve the level of information provided to the Common Council and to provide an opportunity earlier in the process for input from the aldermen. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 02-13-2014: tthe Item be deferred. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 02-02-2016: The Item be deferred, pending Aldermen providing suggestions to the City Administrator no later than April 29, 2016; that staff review such suggestions through May 31, 2016, and the Aldermen and staff work together to implement changes through June 30, 2016. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 08-16-2016: That the proposed 2017 City of Racine Budget be presented to the Common Council in a manner that reflects the Committee of the Whole floor discussion at its August 16, 2016 meeting. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0763-16 B Committee AppointmentsCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committeees, boards and/or commissions: Reappoint Jim Morgenroth, 1500 Monroe Ave. Racine 53405, to the Water Works Commission for a 1 year term, ending October 2017. Reappoint Terry McCarthy, 317 West Blvd Racine 53405, to the Water Works Commission for a 1 year term, ending October 2017. Reappoint Jim Spangenberg, 3324 Foxwood Rd. Racine 53405, to the Water Works Commission for a 3 year term, ending October 2019. Reappoint Jim Morgenroth, 1500 Monroe Ave. Racine 53405, to the Wastewater Commission for a 1 year term, ending October 2017. Reappoint Terry McCarthy, 317 West Blvd Racine 53405, to the Wastewater Commission for a 1 year term, ending October 2017. Reappoint Jim Spangenberg, 3324 Foxwood Rd. Racine 53405, to the Wastewater Commission for a 3 year term, ending October 2019. Reappoint Tom Friedel, 1904 Dwight Racine 53403, as an alternate to the Wastewater Commission for a 1 year term, ending October 2017. Appoint John Crimmings, 3025 Chatham St Racine 53402, to the ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0712-16 A Lead Svc Replacement Borrowing Funds from City (Res No. 0323-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the General Manager requesting that the Waterworks Commission Pursue Borrowing Funds from the City of Racine for the Upcoming Private Lead Service Lateral Replacement Project with the Intent of Reimbursing the City once loan funds are made available (Res No. 0323-16) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 8/30/16: To approve Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/12/16: The City act as the Fiscal Agent for the Private Lead Service Lateral Replacement Project. Funds will be disbursed through the Finance Department with reimbursement provided by a forgivable loan through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program. Administration of the program will be handled by the Water Utility. Fiscal Note: The maximum per property reimbursement is limited to $2,500 with a maximum forgivable loan amount of $500,000. This will provide assistance to at least 200 properties.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0729-16 A Amendment Resolution - Chapter 98, Municipal Code, Article 111 (Ord No. 09-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the General Manager Requesting that the City Attorney Draft an Amendment Resolution Pertaining to Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Article 111 - Water Utility, Division 1 - Generally Creating Section 98-64, Replacement of Privately Owned Lead Service Lines as Attached to this Item. (Ord No. 09-16) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 8-30-16: To Approve Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-13-16: Approve and recommend the City Attorney draft an ordinance to amend Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Article 111 - Water Utility, Division 1 - generally creating Section 98-64, Replacement of Privately Owned Lead Service Lines. Further recommends to amend by also adding the following: (l) The status of the material comprising each public and private service line will be recorded on the City Geographic Information System (GIS) as part of any replacement effort. Should a homeowner decline to participate, this will also be recorded. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0698-16 A GM Request for City Attny to Draft Amendment Resolution Re Chapter 98 of Municipal Code (Ord No. 08-16)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the General Manager Requesting the City Attorney to Draft an Amendment Resolution Pertaining to Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations, as a Result of NR211 of the Department of Natural Resources Code. (Ord No. 08-16) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 8-30-16: To approve Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-13-16: Approve and recommend the City Attorney draft an ordinance to amend Chapter 98 of the Municipal Code, Section IV, Division 3, User Regulations, as a result of NR211 of the Department of Natural Resources Code. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
Res.0297-16 A Sale of Full-Size and Cremation Graves at Mound CemeteryResolutionSale of Full-Size and Cremation Graves at Mound Cemetery Resolved, that the request of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to sell full-size and cremation graves at Mound Cemetery section 5A is approved. Fiscal Note: Potential sales of 132 standard grave packages at resident rates amount to approximately $276,500.00 and potential sales of 132 cremation grave packages at resident rates amount to approximately $170,300.00.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0298-16 A Acquisition of New Fire ApparatusResolutionAcquisition of New Fire Apparatus Resolved, that formal bidding is waived and, the purchasing agent is authorized and directed to negotiate and issue an Intent to purchase letter, and subsequent purchase order, with Reliant Apparatus/Pierce Fire Apparatus to acquire a new 2017 Pierce Quint Pumper/Aerial Truck (Quint 3). Fiscal Note: Funding will be provided in the 2017 CIP. Order lead time on this unit is 15 months. Starting the process now will allow for delivery in December 2017. The current cost is estimated at $760,000.00.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0299-16 A Update State of Wisconsin Regional Haz Mat Team Compensation ScheduleResolutionUpdate State of Wisconsin Regional Haz Mat Team Compensation Schedule Resolved, that the request of the Fire Chief for members of the Haz Mat Committee to receive increased incentive/stipend pay is approved. Fiscal Note: Total estimated cost of the additional incentive pay is $3,500.00 annually and will be entirely funded from State Haz Mat funds. No local levy dollars will be utilized.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0300-16 A Mt. Pleasant Police Department Shooting Range Rental AgreementResolutionMt. Pleasant Police Department Shooting Range Rental Agreement Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute the Memorandum of Understanding between the Mount Pleasant Police Department and the Racine Police Department for use of the Mount Pleasant Firing Range. Fiscal Note: Annual cost is $11,000 and has been budgeted for by the Police Department.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0303-16 A Assessment of City’s Classification and Compensation ProgramResolutionAssessment of City’s Classification and Compensation Program Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a professional services agreement with Carlson Dettmann Consulting, LLC for an assessment of the City’s classification and compensation program.for approximately 150 general employee job classifications. Fiscal Note: Cost of contract is $52,500.00 plus contractor’s reasonable travel expenses. Funds are available in Atty-Professional Services 11004-52100.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0306-16 A 2016 Convoy of Hope EventResolution2016 Convoy of Hope Event Resolved, that Grace Church is granted permission to close Center Street from 8th Street to 11th Street on Saturday, September 17, 2016, for the Convoy of Hope Event (1st District), with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $400 special event fee. F. 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. G. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State Connecting Highways, arterial streets, and collector streets to the City Engineer for approval. H. Sponsor is responsible for cleaning the streets. AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0307-16 A 2016 Party on the PavementResolution2016 Party on the Pavement Resolved, that permission is granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street and 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street, on September 24, 2016, from 12:00 p.m,. to 7:00 p.m. for Party on the Pavement with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $900.00 special event fee. F. 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. G. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State connecting highways, arterialAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0308-16 A The Rhino Bar FundraiserResolutionThe Rhino Bar Fundraiser Resolved, that permission is granted to The Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main Street) (4th District) to close High Street from Main Street to Chatham Street on September 17, 2016, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., in conjunction with a fundraising 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. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. G. 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. H. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State conAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0309-16 A Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall ReplacementResolutionContract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement Resolved, that Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement, is awarded to Ray Hintz, Inc., at its bid price of $126,831.75, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further resolved, that alternate items 1 - 5 are included as fixed prices in the event they are needed. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0310-16 A Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof and Masonry Restoration (R1)ResolutionContract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof and Masonry Restoration (R1) Resolved, that Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof and Masonry Restoration (R1), is awarded to Kaschak Roofing, Inc. at its bid price of $293,000.00, plus Alt. 1 in the amount of $51,000.00, plus Alt. 2 in the amount of $18,000.00, plus Alt. 3 in the amount of $4,800.00 for a total bid amount of $366,800.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this public works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45050-57200, Zoo - Primate Building RoofAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0311-16 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160030, Samuel Myers Park Renovations - Phase lllResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 20160030, Samuel Myers Park Renovations - Phase lll Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160030, Samuel Myers Park Renovations - Phase lll, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $3,227.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $2,237.00 - Org-Object 20201-52200-20011, FFLM 2015 $ 990.00 - Org-Object 20104-53200-20038, WCMP 2015 $3,227.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0312-16 A Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk ReplacementResolutionChange Order No. 1 to Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement, Marvin Gleason Contractor, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $41,407.00. Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57540, Repair Washington Avenue Bridge SW.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0313-16 A Final Payment on Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk ReplacementResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20160001, Washington Avenue Bridge Sidewalk Replacement Resolved, that the work done by Marvin Gleason Contractor, Inc. is accepted and final payment is authorized for a total contract amount of $87,627.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0084-16, dated March 15, 2016.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0314-16 A Final Payment on Contract 20160017, PS - Memorial Drive Bridge - Scour Action PlanResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20160017, PS - Memorial Drive Bridge - Scour Action Plan Resolved, that the work done by Graef-USA, Inc., is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $2,125.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0067-16, dated March 1, 2016.AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0315-16 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management ServicesResolutionAmendment No. 1 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management Services Resolved, that Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM Technical Services, Inc., consultant, as submitted, is approved. Fiscal Note: Amendment No. 1 is in the not-to-exceed amount of $98,100.00. Funding to defray the cost of this amendment be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $43,600.00 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer Var. Loc. $23,900.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewer Misc. Loc. $30,600.00 - Org-Object 40102-57560, Water/Wastewater Projects $98,100.00 - TotalAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0316-16 A Parking in Library Lot on November 12, 2016ResolutionParking in Library Lot on November 12, 2016 Resolved, that the request from the Friends of the Library to pre-pay $100.00 for public parking in the Library Lot and Memorial Hall Lot on November 12, 2016, from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon is approved. Fiscal Note: The agreement will generate $100.00 for the Parking System.Adopted  Action details Not available
Res.0317-16 A Free Parking Day for 2016 Party on the PavementResolutionFree Parking Day for 2016 Party on the Pavement Resolved, that the request from Downtown Racine Corporation requesting a "Free Parking Day" in the downtown area on September 24, 2016, from 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. for Party on the Pavement is approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0318-16 A Drug an Alcohol PolicyResolutionDrug and Alcohol Policy Resolved, that the BUS Drug and Alcohol Policy is approved. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0319-16 A CDBG Small Business Revolving Loan to Stephens Express Trucking, LLCResolutionCDBG Small Business Revolving Loan to Stephens Express Trucking, LLC WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine (the Authority) recognizes that the cultivation and support of small business is an essential component to the redevelopment and growth of the City of Racine and the nation; and WHEREAS, The City of Racine Common Council approved Resolution 15-00626 granting the Authority’s request to establish a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Development Revolving Loan Fund; and WHEREAS, The City of Racine Common Council approved Resolution 15-00855 granting the Authority’s request to approve the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Development Revolving Loan Fund policies and procedures; and WHEREAS, The Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) is a Small Business Development Organization that has a loan review committee consisting of professional business lenders; and WHEREAS, WWBIC has reviewed the request of Stephens Express Trucking, LLC for a loan of $105,000.00 for the purchase of equipment AdoptedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0320-16 A CDBC Small Business Revolving Loan to R&B Grinding Company, Inc.ResolutionCDBC Small Business Revolving Loan to R&B Grinding Company, Inc. WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine (the Authority) recognizes that the cultivation and support of small business is an essential component to the redevelopment and growth of the City of Racine and the nation; and WHEREAS, The City of Racine Common Council approved Resolution 15-00626 granting the Authority’s request to establish a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Development Revolving Loan Fund; and WHEREAS, The City of Racine Common Council approved Resolution 15-00855 granting the Authority’s request to approve the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Development Revolving Loan Fund policies and procedures; and WHEREAS, The Racine County Economic Development Corporation Business Lending Partners is a Small Business Development Organization that has loan review committee consisting of professional business lenders; and WHEREAS, RCEDC’s Business Lending Partners has reviewed the request of R&B Grinding Company, Inc. for a loan of $506,815.0AdoptedPass Action details Not available
Res.0301-16 A Personal Property Tax Reimbursement to In-Sink-EratorResolutionPersonal Property Tax Reimbursement to In-Sink-Erator Resolved, that the request of the Finance Director for a personal property tax reimbursement arising from an adjusted assessed valuation by State of WIsconsin shall be paid to In-Sink-Erator per State Statutes. Fiscal Note: Refund and Interest amount is approximately $33,965.00. The City's operational portion is approximately $18,645.00.DeferredPass Action details Video Video
Res.0302-16 A Add Additional Assistant City AttorneyResolutionAdd Additional Assistant City Attorney Resolved, that the City Attorney's Office is authorized to add an additional Assistant City Attorney. Fiscal Note: Funding to cover this additional position will come from a reduction in the expenditures for outside legal counsel.Received and FiledPass Action details Video Video
Res.0304-16 A Knowles-Nelson Grant from Wisconsin DNR for Machinery Row Portion of Root River PromenadeResolutionKnowles-Nelson Grant from Wisconsin DNR for Machinery Row Portion of Root River Promenade WHEREAS, on July 2, 2012 the Common Council of the City of Racine (the Council) adopted the document titled “RootWorks: Revitalizing Racine’s Urban River Corridor: Root River Corridor Development Plan” (the RootWorks Plan); and WHEREAS, the Authority previously authorized an application for a Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant that would help fund the purchase of lands associated with the Machinery Row Riverfront Promenade project; and WHEREAS, Financial District Properties, the developer of the Machinery Row Project has agreed to donate properties to implement the riverfront promenade as a match for the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship grant; and WHEREAS, the City Council has approved a development agreement with Financial District Properties in order to implement a plan for the Machinery Row Project; and WHEREAS, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has awarded the City of Racine a stewardship grant that would assist in the implementation of the Machinery Row Riverfront PromAdoptedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0305-16 A Second Amendment to the Development Agreement with FDP MR, LLC for the Machinery Row DevelopmentResolutionSecond Amendment to the Development Agreement with FDP MR, LLC for the Machinery Row Development WHEREAS, FDP MR, LLC, Rodney A. Blackwell, the City of Racine (the “City”) and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine (the “RDA”) entered into a Development Agreement on December 31, 2014 for Developer to purchase and completely renovate and redevelop the Property as that term is defined in the Development Agreement into a mixed-use, residential and commercial development, as described in greater detail therein, as a part of an overall project that is planned for 42 acres and referred to as Machinery Row Property (the “Development Agreement”). FDP MR, LLC and Rodney A. Blackwell are collectively referred to herein as “the Developer”. The Development Agreement was amended on February 1, 2016 (the “First Amendment”). A copy of the First Amendment including the Development Agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit A (hereafter referred collectively as the “Development Agreement, as amended”); WHEREAS, the Machinery Row Property is located in the City’s Tax Incremental FinaAdoptedPass Action details Video Video