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| A | | claim of Cody Smith | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Cody Smith for consideration. | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the City Administrator requesting to present a proposal for the extension of the City contract with VenuWorks for operation of the Civic Center. (Res. No. 0415-16) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Administrator requesting to present a proposal for the extension of the City contract with VenuWorks for operation of the Civic Center. (Res. No. 0415-16) | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results for Official Notice #21-2016, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department, was opened in the Office of the Purchasing Agent on November 17,2016 at 10:00 A.M. local time. The fiv | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results for Official Notice #21-2016, Emergency Medical Supplies for the Racine Fire Department, was opened in the Office of the Purchasing Agent on November 17, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. local time. The five (5) responsive bidders were Emergency Medical Products, Inc., Moore Medical Products, Bound Tree Medical, Midwest Medical Supplies, and Henry Schein. (Res. No. 0414-16) | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from Kara Kading requesting to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Spirit Run on Saturday, September 16, 2017. (Res. No. 0417-16) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Kara Kading requesting to use City right-of-way for the St. John's Lutheran School Spirit Run on Saturday, September 16, 2017. (Res. No. 0417-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-16: That St. John’s Lutheran School be granted permission to use City right-of-way for a run/walk on Saturday, September 16, 2017.
Further recommends that permission be granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs.
F. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State conne | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of budgeted loader vehicles.(Res. No. 0429-16) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting permission to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of budgeted loader vehicles.(Res. No. 0429-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-16: The request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with Racine Municipal Code Section 46-28 that allows for the waiving of formal public bids for purchases over $25,000 for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further recommends that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to purchase one Case 621F Wheel Loader with 4-in-1 bucket and snow plow for the approximate price of $194,500 and one uniloader for the approximate price of $50,000, from Miller-Bradford and Risberg, Inc., they being the sole source provider of this equipment.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these materials is available in Org-Object 45140-57311, DPW-Equipment Vehicles-Highway ($194,500) and Org-Object 45150-57300, Parks-Uniloader ($50,000). | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of LED light fixtures. (Res. No. 0430-16) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of LED light fixtures. (Res. No. 0430-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-16: That the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with Racine Municipal Code Section 46-28 that allows for the waiving of formal public bids for purchases over $25,000 for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further recommends that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to purchase LED light fixtures from Cree Industries, Racine, WI, for an indeterminate sum at this time, they being the sole source provider of this equipment.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these materials is available in Org-Object 14012-53200, Street Light Work Supplies. | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of materials for the Johnson Controls Metasys System. (Res. No. 0431-16) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of materials for the Johnson Controls Metasys System.(Res. No. 0431-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-16: That the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with Racine Municipal Code Section 46-28 that allows for the waiving of formal public bids for purchases over $25,000 for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further recommends that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to purchase the necessary materials from Johnson Controls, for an indeterminate sum at this time, they being the sole source provider of this equipment.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these services is available in Org-Object 70240-54200, Equipment Repairs & Maintenance-Building Complex. | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of the City lock and key system. (Res. No. 0432-16) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of the City lock and key system.(Res. No. 0432-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-16: That the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with Racine Municipal Code Section 46-28 that allows for the waiving of formal public bids for purchases over $25,000 for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further recommends that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to purchase the necessary materials from Apex Key and Lock, for an indeterminate sum at this time, they being the sole source provider of this equipment.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of these services is available in Org-Object 45040-57200, DPW-Building Improvements. | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting to discuss traffic patterns at the new Knapp Elementary School - 2701 17th Street. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting to discuss traffic patterns at the new Knapp Elementary School - 2701 17th Street.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-15-17: Recommends that four-way stop control be removed and two-way stop control be installed facing Grange Avenue at the intersections of Grange Avenue and 17th Street; recommends four-way stop control be installed at the intersections of Quincy Avenue and 17th Street; recommends removal of parking restrictions on both sides of 17th Street between Thurston Avenue and Grange Avenue; and further recommends adding parking restrictions on the east side of Quincy Avenue south of 17th Street.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $400.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $160.00. | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting "Free Parking Saturdays in December" at all metered parking spaces in the entire downtown area in order to encourage holiday activities downtown.
Recommendation of the Common Council on 1 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting "Free Parking Saturdays in December" at all metered parking spaces in the entire downtown area in order to encourage holiday activities downtown. All metered parking spaces in the entire downtown area includes all metered spaces on-street, in parking lots and the McMynn ramp in an area extending from a block north of State St. south to 9th St. and from the block west of Center St. east to Lake Michigan. | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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| A | | Petition calling for referendum to be placed on the April ballot (Res No. 0016-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from residents of the 1st, 2nd, 5th and 10th Districts on behalf of 1,435 Racine citizens who signed a petition calling for a referendum to be placed on the April ballot. (Res No. 0016-17)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 12-20-2016: That the April ballot include an advisory referendum on an amendment to the United States Constitution regarding personhood and regulation of political contributions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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1034-16
| A | | Communication requesting tick awareness at beach & popular parks | Communication | Subject: Communication from Melissa Kaprelian-Becker and Nancy Carlson, 5th District residents, requesting tick awareness signs at the beach and other highly infested and popular parks.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 12/14/16: Defer
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation $ Cultural Services on 11/8/17: That this item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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0928-16
| A | | claim of We Energies (1776 Hill St) | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of We Energies for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11/21/16: That the claim of We Energies be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Denied | |
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0956-16
| A | | claim of Joy & Delbert Behling | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Joy Behling and Delbert Behling for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11/21/16: That the claim of Joy Behling and Delbert Behling be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Denied | |
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0965-16
| A | | Communication from the Human Resources Manager and City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the renewal of the City's Stop Loss Insurance plan for 2017. (Res No. 0398-16) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Human Resources Manager and City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the renewal of the City's Stop Loss Insurance plan for 2017. (Res No. 0398-16)
Recommendation of the Finance and Personnel Committee on 11/21/16: To approve the stop loss insurance plan as presented.
Fiscal Note: Total annual premium of $741,374.16, which is approximately a 1.26% decrease from 2016. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | Communication from the Human Resources Manager and City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the procurement of a Medicare Advantage plan for certain Medicare eligible retirees effective January 1, 2017. (Res N | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Human Resources Manager and City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss the procurement of a Medicare Advantage plan for certain Medicare eligible retirees effective January 1, 2017. (Res No. 0397-16)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11/21/16: That the procurement of the Medicare Advantage plan for certain Medicare eligible retirees effective January 1. 2017. Further recommend the provision of the Employee Handbook, “Retired employees will receive the same insurance benefits as active employees and will be subject to the same plan changes as active employees,” by adding the following clause, “and subject to placement in a Medicare Advantage plan chosen by the City that provides substantially the same insurance benefits as active employees and consistent with the law respecting Medicare.”
Fiscal Note: Costs are included in the City's health Insurance budget. | Adopted | Pass |
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| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Human Resources Manager and City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss recommended changes to the Sunday and Holiday Overtime policy. (Res No. 0399-16) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Human Resources Manager and City Attorney requesting to appear before the Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss recommended changes to the Sunday and Holiday Overtime policy. (Res No. 0399-16)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on November 21, 2016: The recommended changes to the Sunday and Holiday Overtime policy be approved as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Approximately $40,000 additional overtime cost in 2017. | Adopted | Pass |
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1004-16
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Human Resources Manager and the City Attorney submitting the Local 67 (DPW/Parks Unit) 2017 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res No. 0400-16) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Human Resources Manager and the City Attorney submitting the Local 67 (DPW/Parks Unit) 2017 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res No. 0400-16)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on November 21, 2016: The Local 67 (DPW/Parks Unit) 2017 collective bargaining agreement be approved as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Approximately $43,700 expenditure increase over 2016 as included in the approved City of Racine 2017 Budget. | Approved as Presented | |
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1005-16
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Human Resources Manager and the City Attorney submitting the Local 67 (Police Department Clericals Unit) 2017 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res No. 0401-16) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Human Resources Manager and the City Attorney submitting the Local 67 (Police Department Clericals Unit) 2017 collective bargaining agreement for consideration. (Res No. 0401-16)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on November 21, 2016: The Local 67 (Police Department Clericals Unit) 2017 collective bargaining agreement be approved as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Approximately $6,400 expenditure increase over 2016 as included in the approved City of Racine 2017 Budget. | Approved as Presented | |
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1006-16
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee in Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Statues section 19.85(1)(g), concerning strategy and settlement with respect to litigation in which | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee in Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes section 19.85(1)(g), concerning strategy and settlement with respect to litigation in which the City of Racine is involved, specifically: Tellez v. City of Racine, Equal Rights Division Case Nos. CR201502587 and CR201601812. (Res No. 0402-16)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11/21/16: To approve the negotiated settlement and separation agreement.
Fiscal Note: $18,000 payment to Attorney Jeff Sweetland, $24,500 salary settlement to Maricela Tellez and conditional health insurance costs under COBRA. | Adopted | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting the 2017 lease agreements for office space. (Res No. 0404-16) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting the 2017 lease agreements for office space. (Res No. 0404-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-29-16: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into lease agreements for 2017 for rental of office space in City Hall, City Hall Annex and the Safety Building at the rental rates as submitted.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-13-16: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into lease agreements for 2017 for rental of office space in City Hall, City Hall Annex and the Safety Building at the rental rates as submitted. Racine Symphony, Choral Arts Society, Root-Pike Watershed, Women's Resource Center and Neighborhood Watch will not pay increased rentals rates for 2017.
Fiscal Note: This will result in $121,970.16 in lease fees for 2017. | Referred | Pass |
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0964-16
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160029 - Zoo Heating Plant Modifications, Mechanical Associates of WI, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0405-16) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20160029 - Zoo Heating Plant Modifications, Mechanical Associates of WI, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0405-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-29-16: That the work done by Mechanical Associates of WI, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $199,607.00. Final Payment to include retainage.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0203-16, dated June 7, 2016. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | Bid results on Contract 20160064, Construct Home - 1437 Owen Avenue. (Res No. 0403-16) | Communication | Subject: Bid results on Contract 20160064, Construct Home - 1437 Owen Avenue. (Res No. 0403-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-29-16: That Contract 20160064, Construct Home - 1437 Owen Avenue, be awarded to Double D Construction, Inc., at their bid price of $226,700.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Housing Department project be appropriated from Org-Object 20004-52200, 1437 Owen Avenue.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof & Masonry Restoration (R1), Kaschak Roofing, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0406-16) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof & Masonry Restoration (R1), Kaschak Roofing, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0406-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-29-16: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof & Masonry Restoration (R1), Kaschak Roofing, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $6,840.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Org-Object 45050-57200, DPW-Zoo Primate Building Roof.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | |
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1010-16
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting approval of the Transportation Project Plat and acquisition of property in fee and temporary limited easements for State Project ID: 2440-09-20, Washington Avenue (STH | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting approval of the Transportation Project Plat and acquisition of property in fee and temporary limited easements for State Project ID: 2440-09-20, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard. (Res No. 0407-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-29-16: That approval be granted for the Transportation Plat and acquisition of property in fee and temporary limited easements for State Project ID: 2440-09-20, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard.
Fiscal Note: Funding for the fees and acquisition of the temporary limited easements is available in the 2016-2024 CIP budget. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | Amendment No. 1 to the Transportation Project Plat for State Project ID: 2350-00-20, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Avenue. (Res No. 0408-16) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Amendment No. 1 to the Transportation Project Plat for State Project ID: 2350-00-20, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Street. (Res No. 0408-16)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-29-16: That approval be granted to Amendment No. 1 to the Transportation Project Plat and acquisition of property in fee and temporary limited easements for State Project ID: 2350-00-20, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Street.
Fiscal Note: Funding for the fees and acquisition of the temporary limited easements is available in the 2016-2024 CIP budget. | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | Application of Dynasty Co. Inc., Noberto Rapeta, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2427 Lathrop Ave. (11th District) | Communication | Subject: Application of Dynasty Co. Inc., Noberto Rapeta, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2427 Lathrop Ave. (11th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-22-16: That the Application of Dynasty Co. Inc., Noberto Rapeta, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2427 Lathrop Ave. be approved.
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| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, October 31, 2016. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, October 31, 2016.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-22-16: That the item be Received and Filed as the only responsible bidder was Sturtevant Auto Salvage.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $6,303.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301. | Approved as Presented | |
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0970-16
| B | | (New) Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Quick Market LLC dba Quick Market, 4303 16th Street, Taiseer Mohammad, Agent. (14th District) | Communication | Subject: New Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Quick Market LLC dba Quick Market, 4303 16th Street, Taiseer Mohammad, Agent. (14th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-22-16: That the New Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Quick Market LLC dba Quick Market, 4303 16th Street, Taiseer Mohammad, Agent be denied on the following basis:
1) The establishment does not meet the 3,000 square footage requirement;
2) Calls placed from constituents from the City Watch;
3) Calls to the Alderman of the District as well as the Alderman not being in support
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| A | | Application of PH Hospitality Group, LLC (Pizza Hut), CHANGE OF AGENT, Kyle Andrew Poppelman - Agent, 5000 Washington Avenue, Class "B", 11/10/16, (12th District). | Communication | Subject: Application of PH Hospitality Group, LLC (Pizza Hut), CHANGE OF AGENT, Kyle Andrew Poppelman - Agent, 5000 Washington Avenue, Class "B", 11/10/16, (12th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 11-22-16: That the Application of PH Hospitality Group, LLC (Pizza Hut), CHANGE OF AGENT, Kyle Andrew Poppelman, 5000 Washington Avenue, Class "B", be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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| A | | Communication from the Alderwoman of the 11th District, requesting a stop sign at the intersection of Grove Avenue and Pierce Boulevard. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 11th District, requesting a stop sign at the intersection of Grove Avenue and Pierce Boulevard.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 06-20-16: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-19-16: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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| 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. | Communication | Subject: 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. | Approved as Presented | |
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0819-16
| A | | Communication from Joanne Takerian requesting the removal of a "No Parking" sign in front of Gales Manufacturing Corporation, 1541 Owen Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Joanne Takerian requesting the removal of a "No Parking" sign in front of Gales Manufacturing Corporation, 1541 Owen Avenue.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Recommends that No Parking restrictions in front of Gales Manufacturing Corporation, 1541 Owen Avenue, be removed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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| 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 (2) of Schedule C of the Municipal C | 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 (2) of Schedule C of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "Stop intersections" be amended:
By Deleting:
Right-of-way traffic on "Deane Boulevard"; Stop signs facing traffic on "19th Street".
By Including:
Right-of-way traffic on "19th Street"; Stop signs facing traffic on "Deane Boulevard".
B. Recommends that Section 94-141 (6) of Schedule F relating to "No parking from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. except on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays", be amended:
By Deleting:
Owen Avenue, both sides, from 16th Street north 80 feet. | Approved as Presented | |
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1017-16
| A | | (Res No. 0409-16) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Mousa Alfoqaha seeking a conditional use permit to operate a convenience store at 3425 Kinzie Avenue. (PC-16) (Res No. 0409-16)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-30-16: That the request be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | |
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1018-16
| A | | (Res No. 0410-16) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Kevin Harvey, representing Maximus Dogimus LLC d/b/a The Woof, seeking a conditional use permit to operate a dog daycare and kennel/boarding facility at 5326 Durand Avenue. (PC-16) (Res No. 0410-16)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-30-16: That the request be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | CU 3009 Washington Avenue (Res No. 0411-16) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Karen Sorenson, representing Beth Israel Sinai, seeking a conditional use permit to operate a Synagogue and Jewish History Museum at 3009 Washington Avenue. (PC-16) (Res No. 0411-16)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-30-16: That the request be approved, subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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1015-16
| A | | Committee Appointment | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating the following appointment to the Library Board:
Appoint Angelina Cruz, 720 S Marquette St, #302, Racine 53403 filling the current vacancy, expiring May 2019. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Committee Appointment | Communication | Subject: A communication from Mayor Dickert nominating the following appointment to the Police and Fire Commission:
Appoint Prentiss Robbins, Jr., 1422 S. Memorial Drive, Racine 53403, filling the current vacancy, expiring April 30, 2021. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | SDWL 4887-05 Closeout (Res. No. 0413-16) | Communication | Subject: Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP), Loan 4887-05 closeout, Exhibit G, Wage Rate Compliance Document (Res. No. 0413-16)
Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 11/29/16: Approve
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 12/12/16: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign Exhibit G for the Closeout of Safe Drinking Water Loan 4887-05 High Lift Pump VFD Project.
Fiscal Note: The signing of this form is necessary so that final loan proceeds can be distributed to the Racine Water Utility for this loan. | Referred | |
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| A | | Renewal of City's Stop Loss Insurance Plan for 2017 | Resolution | Renewal of City's Stop Loss Insurance Plan for 2017
Resolved, that the stop loss insurance plan for 2017 as presented is approved.
Fiscal Note: Total annual premium of $741,374.16, which is approximately a 1.26% decrease from 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0400-16
| A | | Local 67 (DPW/Parks Unit) 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement | Resolution | Local 67 (DPW/Parks Unit) 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Resolved, that the Local 67 (DPW/Parks Unit) 2017 collective bargaining agreement is approved as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Approximately $43,700.00 expenditure increase over 2016 as included in the approved City of Racine 2017 Budget. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0401-16
| A | | Local 67 (Police Department Clericals Unit) 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement | Resolution | Local 67 (Police Department Clericals Unit) 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Resolved, that the Local 67 (Police Department Clericals Unit) 2017 collective bargaining agreement is approved as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Approximately $6,400.00 expenditure increase over 2016 as included in the approved City of Racine 2017 Budget. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0403-16
| A | | Contract 20160064, Construct Home - 1437 Owen Avenue | Resolution | Contract 20160064, Construct Home - 1437 Owen Avenue
Resolved, that Contract 20160064, Construct Home - 1437 Owen Avenue, is awarded to Double D Construction, Inc., at its bid price of $226,700.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: funds to defray the cost of this Housing Department project be appropriated from Org-Object 20004-52200, 1437 Owen Avenue. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0404-16
| A | | 2017 Lease Agreements for Office Space | Resolution | 2017 Lease Agreements for Office Space
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into lease agreements for 2017 for rental of office space in City Hall, City Hall Annex and the Safety Building at the rental rates as submitted. Racine Symphony, Choral Arts Society, Root-Pike Watershed, Women's Resource Center and Neighborhood Watch will not pay increased rental rates for 2017.
Fiscal Note: Rental rates will increase in 2017 for all rental spaces (except the non-profit groups listed) due to the 2016 Consumer Price Index increasing by 2.2%. These leases will generate a total annual revenue of approximately $121,970.16. | Referred | Pass |
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Res.0405-16
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160029 - Zoo Heating Plant Modifications | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20160029 - Zoo Heating Plant Modifications
Resolved, that the work done by Mechanical Associates of Wisconsin, Inc., is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $199,607.00. Final Payment to include retainage.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0203-16, dated June 7, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0406-16
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof & Masonry Restoration (R1) | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof & Masonry Restoration (R1)
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160039, Racine Zoo - Roof & Masonry Restoration (R1), Kaschak Roofing, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the amount of $6,840.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Org-Object 45050-57200, DPW-Zoo Primate Building Roof. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0407-16
| A | | State Project ID: 2440-09-20, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard | Resolution | State Project ID: 2440-09-20, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard
Resolved, that approval is granted for the Transportation Plat and acquisition of property in fee and temporary limited easements for State Project ID: 2440-09-20, Washington Avenue (STH 20) - Roosevelt Avenue to West Boulevard
Fiscal Note: Funding for the fees and acquisition of the temporary limited easements is available in the 2016-2024 CIP budget. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0408-16
| A | | Amendment No. 1 to the Transportation Project Plat for State Project ID: 2350-00-20, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Avenue | Resolution | Amendment No. 1 to the Transportation Project Plat for State Project ID: 2350-00-20, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Avenue
Resolved, that approval is granted for Amendment No. 1 to the Transportation Project Plat and acquisition of property in fee and temporary limited easements for State Project ID: 2350-00-20, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue - Main Street to Goold Avenue.
Fiscal Note: Funding for the fees and acquisition of the temporary limited easements is available in the 2016-2024 CIP budget. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0409-16
| A | | Convenience Store at 3425 Kinzie Avenue | Resolution | Convenience Store at 3425 Kinzie Avenue
That the request by Mousa Alfoqaha for a conditional use permit to operate a convenience store at 3425 Kinzie Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented at the November 30, 2016 Plan Commission meeting be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and all required permits be obtained.
c. That the Commission authorizes this facility to operate 10 a.m. through 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
d. That an exception of 3 spaces be granted to the parking requirements in the Zoning Ordinance for this application.
e. That any exterior signage shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for Review and approval of design and/or placement prior to a request for a sign permit. All signage shall comply with zoning ordinance requirements.
f. That no string or LED lighting be installed.
g. That the following improvements shall be made by May 1, 2017:
1. Install decorative security lighting | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0410-16
| A | | Dog Daycare and Kennel/Boarding Facility at 5326 Durand Avenue | Resolution | Dog Daycare and Kennel/Boarding Facility at 5326 Durand Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Kevin Harvey, representing Maximus Dogimus, LLC dba The Woof for a conditional use permit to operate a dog daycare and boarding kennel at 5326 Durand Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the plans presented at the November 30, 2016 Plan Commission meeting be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and all required permits be obtained.
c. That the Commission authorizes this facility to operate 24 hours a day, 7 days per week being open to the public from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
d. That there be an exception made to the precedence set for signs in the area to be held to one line.
e. That a landscaping plan to update the state of the current landscaping in front of the building be provided and approved by the city and installed no later than May 1, 2017.
f. That if, prior to the issuance of an Occupancy Permit, required site improvements have not been or cannot be completed due to weather a f | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0411-16
| A | | Synagogue and Jewish History Museum at 3009 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Synagogue and Jewish History Museum at 3009 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that the request from the Beth Israel Sinai congregation for a conditional use permit to operate a synagogue and jewish history museum at 3009 Washington Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions.
a. That the plans presented at the November 30, 2016 Plan Commission meeting be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and all required permits be obtained.
c. That the Commission authorizes the museum to be open to the public from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
d. That the Parking areas be repaired, resealed and restriped by May 31, 2017.
e. That a landscaping plan be provided showing the details of the current landscaping and/or any changes planned to the landscaping.
f. That any exterior signage shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for Review and approval of design and/or placement prior to a request for a sign permit. All signage shall comply with zoning ordinance requirements.
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Res.0397-16
| A | | Medicare Advantage Plan | Resolution | Medicare Advantage Plan
Resolved, that the procurement of the Medicare Advantage plan for certain Medicare eligible retirees effective January 1. 2017 is approved.
Further resolved, that the provision of the Employee Handbook, “Retired employees will receive the same insurance benefits as active employees and will be subject to the same plan changes as active employees,” by adding the following clause, “and subject to placement in a Medicare Advantage plan chosen by the City that provides substantially the same insurance benefits as active employees and consistent with the law respecting Medicare.”
Fiscal Note: Costs are included in the City's health Insurance budget. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.0399-16
| A | | Sunday and Holiday Overtime Policy | Resolution | Sunday and Holiday Overtime Policy
Resolved, that the recommended changes to the Sunday and Holiday Overtime policy are approved as submitted.
Fiscal Note: Approximately $40,000.00 additional overtime cost in 2017. | Adopted | Pass |
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Res.0402-16
| A | | Tellez v. City of Racine, Equal Rights Division Case Nos. CR201502587 and CR201601812 | Resolution | Tellez v. City of Racine, Equal Rights Division Case Nos. CR201502587 and CR201601812
Resolved, that the negotiated settlement and separation agreement regarding Tellez v. City of Racine, Equal Rights Division Case Nos. CR201502587 and CR201601812 is approved.
Fiscal Note: $18,000.00 payment to Attorney Jeff Sweetland, $24,500.00 salary settlement to Maricela Tellez and conditional health insurance costs under COBRA. | Approved | Pass |
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Res.0412-16
| A | | Free Parking Saturdays December 2016 | Resolution | Free Parking Saturdays - December 2016
Resolved, that the request for "Free Parking Saturdays in December" at all metered parking spaces in the entire Downtown area, Uptown Area, and West Racine area in order to encourage holiday shopping is approved. All metered parking spaces in those areas include all metered spaces on-street, all parking lots and the McMynn ramp. Parking fees and time limits will not be enforced at any time on December 10, 17, 24 and 31.
Fiscal Note: $8,000.00 of lost parking revenue from fees and violations. | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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Ord.0006-16
| A | | Ordinance 06-16 | Ordinance | Ordinance 06-16
To repeal, amend and recreate various sections of Article IV. - Electrical Code, in Chapter 18 - Buildings and Building Regulations, 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: Repeal, amend and recreate various sections of Article IV. - Electrical Code, in Chapter 18 - Buildings and Building Regulations, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
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.
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Ord.0007-16
| A | | Ordinance 07-16 | Ordinance | Ordinance 07-16
To repeal, amend and recreate various sections of Article III. - Plumbing Code, in Chapter 18 - Buildings and Building Regulations, 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: Repeal, amend and recreate various sections of Article III. - Plumbing Code, in Chapter 18 - Buildings and Building Regulations, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin.
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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Ord.0011-16
| A | | Ordinance 11-16 - Depositing Rubbish | Ordinance | Ordinance 11-16 - Depositing Rubbish
An ordinance to amend Sec. 82-32. - Depositing Rubbish 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: Recreate Sec. 82-32. - Depositing Rubbish of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin by repealing the words “September 15” and replacing them with “October 1.”
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 | Referred | |
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