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| A | | Communication from the Director of PRCS requesting to apply & accept $9,500.00 in grant funds from the SC Johnson Maxi Grant (Res. No. 0131-17) | Communication | Subject: Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply and accept $9,500.00 in grant funds from the SC Johnson Maxi Grant to support the Dr. John Bryant Community Center's Performing Arts Program. Grant control #00103. No match required. (Res. No. 0131-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4/10/17: To apply and accept $9,500.00 in grant funds from the SC Johnson, Maxi Grant for School/government Agency, to support the Performing Arts Program at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center.
Fiscal Note: No match required (Grant Control #00130). | Referred | |
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| B | | claim of Chris Haluska | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Chris Haluska for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4/10/17: That the claim of Chris Haluska be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | claim of Mack Miller | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Mack Miller for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 4/10/17: That the claim of Mack Miller be denied.
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| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel committee and discuss the results of Official Notice #25-2016, Request for Proposal for Municipal Court Software. (Res No. 0193-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to appear before the Finance and Personnel committee and discuss the results of Official Notice #25-2016, Request for Proposal for Municipal Court Software. (Res No. 0193-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6/26/17: The Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and contract with TiPSS for the provision of Municipal Court Software.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this expenditure are available in account 70113-57800 ($75,000) and in the Municipal Court reserves. The software is expected to cost $77,229 with annual system support costs of $16,437. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Tom Heydel, WisDOT SE Region Traffic and Design Engineer, requesting authorization to install Frank Lloyd Wright Designed building wayfinding signage in City right-of-way for SC Johnson and Wingspread. (Res. No. 0137-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Tom Heydel, WisDOT SE Region Traffic and Design Engineer, requesting authorization to install Frank Lloyd Wright Designed building wayfinding signage in City right-of-way for SC Johnson and Wingspread. (Res. No. 0137-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-11-17: Approve the installation of Frank Lloyd Wright Design Building wayfinding signage in City right-of-way for SC Johnson and Wingspread.
Fiscal Note: WisDOT will reimburse the City of Racine for any costs associated with the installation of signage. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Alderwoman of the 6th District, wishing to discuss a City/County agreement to have the balance of Old Mill Road paved on the County's WisDOT Project ID: 2808-00- | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Alderwoman of the 6th District, wishing to discuss a City/County agreement to have the balance of Old Mill Road paved on the County's WisDOT Project ID: 2808-00-00, CTH MM - STH 31 to STH 38. (Res. No. 0138-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-11-17: Authorize the City Engineer to negotiate an agreement with Racine County to include the balance of Old Mill Road in the County's WisDOT Project ID: 2808-00-00, CTH MM - STH 31 to STH 38.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Subject: (New) Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for Target Corporation dba Target, 5300 Durand Ave, Roshelle Giardina, Agent. (14th District). | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for Target Corporation dba Target, 5300 Durand Ave, Roshelle Giardina, Agent. (14th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-11-17: That the new application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for Target Corporation dba Target, 5300 Durand Ave, Roshelle Giardina, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Subject: Application of Max's Family Supermarket, dba Family Supermarket, Satpal Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1201 S Memorial Dr. (3rd District) | Communication | Subject: Application of Max's Family Supermarket, dba Family Supermarket, Satpal Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1201 S Memorial Dr. (3rd District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-11-17: The application of Max's Family Supermarket, dba Family Supermarket, Satpal Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 1201 S Memorial Dr. be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Subject: Application of Max's Magic Supermarket LLC, dba Max Magic Supermarket, Satpal Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class " A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Ave (1st District) | Communication | Subject: Application of Max's Magic Supermarket LLC, dba Max Magic Supermarket, Satpal Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class " A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Ave (1st District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-11-17: The application of Max's Magic Supermarket LLC, dba Max Magic Supermarket, Satpal Singh, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a Class " A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 1007 Washington Ave. be approved.
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| A | | Communication from the Racine Police Department, on behalf of Kranz, Inc. - 2200 DeKoven Ave., wishing to discuss pedestrian safety issues on DeKoven Avenue near Hickory Grove Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Police Department, on behalf of Kranz, Inc. - 2200 DeKoven Ave., wishing to discuss pedestrian safety issues on DeKoven Avenue near Hickory Grove Avenue.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-17-17: Recommends that the crosswalk at the west side of DeKoven Avenue and Hickory Grove Avenue be signed and marked.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in a modification cost of $40.00. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Alderwoman of the 15th District requesting that a traffic study be undertaken at the intersection of Lombard Avenue and Erie Street to determine if there are changes that might improve traffic control at that location, since there h | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 15th District requesting that a traffic study be undertaken at the intersection of Lombard Avenue and Erie Street to determine if there are changes that might improve traffic control at that location, since there have been two incidents where a car hit a house there.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-17-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-15-17: Receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Discuss rescinding Item 186-17, Phase 1 of Downtown Hotel Event Center Project | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting to convene a meeting of the Committee of the Whole to discuss rescinding the action of the Common Council on Agenda Item 186-17, of March 7, 2017, specifically the approval of funding for activities related to Phase I of the Downtown Hotel Events Center Project at a cost not to exceed $600,000.00.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-17-2017: The Item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | to suspend the Rules of Council | Pass |
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| A | | Discuss rescinding Item 186-17, Phase 1 of Downtown Hotel Event Center Project | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District requesting to convene a meeting of the Committee of the Whole to discuss rescinding the action of the Common Council on Agenda Item 186-17, of March 7, 2017, specifically the approval of funding for activities related to Phase I of the Downtown Hotel Events Center Project at a cost not to exceed $600,000.00.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 04-17-2017: The Item be Received and Filed.
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| B | | Communication from Real Racine requesting use of North Beach and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the 2017 Ironman 70.3 (Res. No. 0142-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine Event Manager requesting use of North Beach and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the Ironman 70.3, and further requests staff and security be permitted to be upon park grounds during closed hours Thursday, July 13, 2017 through Sunday, July 16, 2017. (Res. No. 0142-17)
Recommendation of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Board on 4-12-17: To allow the use of North Beach and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the Ironman 70.3 from Thursday, July 13, 2017 through Sunday, July 16, 2017 and to further allow the set up crew and security upon park grounds during closed hours for the duration of the reservation.
Fiscal Note: $3,565.00 park permit fees & charges | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | (Res No. 0113-17) | Communication | Subject: Lieutenant Michael Smith would like to request acceptance of a donation of $5,019.00 from the Mount Pleasant Police Association to the Racine Police Departments K-9 Unit. The donation is a part of the K-9 calendar sale spearheaded by MPPD. (Res No. 0113-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/27/17: To accept a donation of $5,019.00 from the Mount Pleasant Police Association to the Racine Police Departments K-9 Unit.
Fiscal Note: There is no city match. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting a line item budget for the Race, Equity, and Inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine. (Res No. 0114-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting a line item budget for the Race, Equity, and Inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine. (Res No. 0114-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/27/17: $15,000 be carried forward in account 13101-52200 (Police Department-Contracted Services) from the 2016 budget into the 2017 budget to help facilitate “Race, Equity and inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine”.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining funds in the 2016 Police Department budget and line item account to facilitate the carry-forward. The $15,000 carry-forward combined with $5,000 already budgeted in 2017 will provide a total of $20,000 for this initiative. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Discuss proposals for concession services for north beach bath house. (Res No. 0112-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss proposals for concession services for North Beach bath house. (Res No. 0112-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/27/17: That Concession Services at the North Beach Bath House be awarded to The Benjamin Beer Company, Inc. for an initial two year term from May 1, 2017 through December 31, 2018 with an option to extend for three (3) additional one (1) year terms if mutually agreed to in writing by both the concessionaire and the City.
Fiscal Note: The Benjamin Beer Company, Inc. will remit 15% of the gross sales in 2017 and 20% of gross sales in subsequent years. Based on prior years sales numbers, the City anticipates approximately $8,000 of revenue in 2017. Lease payments from the prior vendor were $9,216.13 in 2016; $13,696.31 in 2015; $5,414.43 in 2014 and $14,073.48 in 2013. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 20170015, PS - 2017 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0123-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 20170015, PS - 2017 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0123-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-14-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM on Contract 20170015, PS - 2017 Sewer Asset Management Services, for the not-to-exceed amount of $72,230.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the costs of these professional services are available in the below Org-Objects:
$36,115.00 - Org-Object 22640-52100, PS - Sanitary Sewer
$36,115.00 - Org-Object 60484-52100, PS - Storm Water Utility
$72,230.00 - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the President of Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res No. 0115-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res No. 0115-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain City streets on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, from 7:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M., to hold the 2017 Independence Day Parade.
Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close the following streets:
Main Street from Shoreland Drive to 14th Street; 14th Street from the lake to Racine Street; Michigan Boulevard from Goold Street to St. Patrick Street; Ruby Avenue from South Street to Shoreland Drive; Walton Avenue, Romayne Avenue, Augusta Street, Wolff Street, William Street, Isabelle Avenue and Melvin Avenue from Main Street to Geneva Street.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be aut | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Bid Results on Contract 20170005, Replace Elevator - City Hall Annex. (Res No. 0119-17) | Communication | Subject: Bid Results on Contract 20170005, Replace Elevator - City Hall Annex. (Res No. 0119-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That bids for Contract 20170005, Replace Elevator - City Hall Annex, be awarded to Advanced Elevator, Inc., at their bid price of $117,500.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the Org-Object 45040-57200, Annex-Upgrade N. Elevator.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Racine Area Veterans, Inc., requesting to use City right-of-way for the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, 2017. (Res No. 0116-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine Area Veteran's, Inc., requesting to use City right-of-way for the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, 2017. (Res No. 0116-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That permission be granted to the Racine Area Veteran's, Inc. to use certain City streets for the Memorial Day Parade, to start at the intersection of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard, then proceed North on West Boulevard to Osborne Boulevard, and Osborne Boulevard to Graceland Cemetery, on Monday, May 29, 2017, between 9:00 A.M. and 12:00 P.M., in conjunction with this City-sponsored event. The detour for STH 20 is Lathrop Avenue, 16th Street and Taylor Avenue.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to provide assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: Since the City is a co-sponsor of this event, there are no stipulations. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Tristin Erickson (5K Events) requesting permission to use City right-of-way on July 22, 2017 for the Get Lei'd 5K Run/Walk. (Res No. 0117-17) | Communication | Subject: Tristin Erickson (5K Events) requesting permission to use City right-of-way on July 22, 2017 for the Get Lei'd 5K Run/Walk. (Res No. 0117-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That Tristin Erickson (5K Events) be granted permission to use City right-of-way on July 22, 2017, for the Get Lei’d 5K Run/Walk event with the following stipulations:
Permission be granted to Tristin Erickson (5K Events) to use the below City right-of-way (sidewalks and parking lanes) for the period of 8:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, July 22, 2017, for the Get Lei’d 5K Run/Walk.
Michigan Boulevard from Augusta Street to Michigan Court
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 | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160013, 2016 Southside Assessable Street Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc., contractor.(Res No. 0122-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20160013, 2016 Southside Assessable Street Paving (R1), Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0122-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That the work done by Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc. under Contract 20160013, 2016 Southside Assessable Street Paving (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,089,594.94. Final Payment to include retainage.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 202-16, dated June 7, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Chief Building Inspector wishing to add a new Courtesy Inspection Program in Ch. 18 of the City of Racine's Building Code. (Ord. 06-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief Building Inspector wishing to add a new Courtesy Inspection Program in Ch. 18 of the City of Racine's Building Code. (Ord. 06-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That the City Attorney’s office draft/approve the ordinance to amend Ch. 18 of the City of Racine’s Building Code to add a new Courtesy Inspection Program subject to changing the fee from $150 to $100.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-11-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-25-17: That the City Attorney’s office draft the ordinance to amend Ch. 18 of the City of Racine’s Building Code to add a new Courtesy Inspection Program with a fee of $150 and direct the Chief Building Inspector to provide a Courtesy Inspection Program review one year after the program is initiated.
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| A | | Bid results on Contract 20170007, Traffic Signal Replacement. (Res No. 0120-17) | Communication | Subject: Bid results on Contract 20170007, Traffic Signal Replacement. (Res No. 0120-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-20-17: That bids for Contract 20170007, Traffic Signal Replacement, be awarded to MP Systems, Inc. at their bid price of $158,642.18, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the Org-Object 45040-57530, Traffic Signal & LED Replacements..
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Bid results on Contract 20170018, Festival Hall - New Outdoor Stage. (Res No. 0121-17) | Communication | Subject: Bid results on Contract 20170018, Festival Hall - New Outdoor Stage. (Res No. 0121-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That bids for Contract 20170018, Festival Hall - New Outdoor Stage, be awarded to Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc. at their bid price of $240,000.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the Org-Object 60622-57200, Festival Park-Building Improvements.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Alderwoman of the 6th District, requesting a preliminary resolution for Bituminous Concrete Paving and Portland Cement Concrete Paving on Old Mill Drive - 430’ N | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of the Alderwoman of the 6th District, requesting a preliminary resolution for Bituminous Concrete Paving and Portland Cement Concrete Paving on Old Mill Drive - 430’ North of Northwestern Avenue to Cul-De-Sac. (Res No. 0118-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: A preliminary resolution be introduced for Bituminous Concrete Paving and Portland Cement Concrete Paving for Old Mill Drive - 430’ North of Northwestern Avenue to Cul-De-Sac.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable project and, therefore, all costs will be paid for by the abutting property owners. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the City Attorney submitting changes to Chapter 98 - Utilities, Article 7 - Construction Site Erosion. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney submitting changes to Chapter 98 - Utilities, Article 7 - Construction Site Erosion.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: Approve changes to Chapter 98 - Utilities, Article 7 - Construction Site Erosion.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works regarding the consideration of Cornerstone Pavers, LLC.'s prequalification. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works regarding the consideration of Cornerstone Pavers, LLC.'s prequalification.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That Cornerstone Pavers, LLC. is found not qualified.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-11-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-25-17: That Cornerstone Pavers, LLC. is found qualified to bid on projects for 2017.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 20170025, PS - 2017 Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0124-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 20170025, PS - 2017 Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0124-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM on Contract 20170025, PS - 2017 Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination Services, for the not-to-exceed amount of $20,000.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the costs of these professional services are available in Org-Object 60484-52160, Monitoring and Detection.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Direct Referral) Request of the Committee for the appearance of Samantha Duggan, applicant for an Operator License, regarding concerns with record check response. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Committee for the appearance of Samantha Duggan, applicant for an Operator License, regarding concerns with record check response.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-14-17: That the operator license application for Samantha Duggan be deferred for two weeks.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-28-17: That the operator license application for Samantha Duggan be denied based on the arrest and conviction records of Ms. Duggan, which the committee found to be substantially related to the scope of employment in this case, making her an unfit applicant, as well Ms. Duggan's failure to appear before the committee for the second time.
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| A | | Communication from the Racine Police Department requesting the 30-Minute Parking sign be removed and a No Parking sign installed at the northeast corner of 16th Street and Taylor Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Police Department requesting the 30-Minute Parking sign be removed and a No Parking sign installed at the northeast corner of 16th Street and Taylor Avenue.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 03-20-17: Recommends that "One-half hour parking from 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M., except Sundays and holidays" on "Taylor Avenue, east side, from 16th Street north 50 feet" be removed.
Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in a removal cost of $100.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Alderman of the 7th District, on behalf of Kristi Shaw, requesting a school zone speed sign be installed at HOPE Christian School - 3502 Douglas Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderman of the 7th District, on behalf of Kristi Shaw, requesting a school zone speed sign be installed at HOPE Christian School - 3502 Douglas Avenue.
Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 03-20-17: Recommends that the request to place school speed limit reduction assembly signs near 3502 Douglas Avenue for HOPE Christian School be granted.
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 | Pass |
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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 94-143(6) of Schedule G relating to "One-ha | 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 94-143(6) of Schedule G relating to "One-half hour parking from 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M., except Sundays and holidays", be amended:
By Deleting:
1. Taylor Avenue, east side, from 16th Street north 50 feet. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | CU 3710 Douglas Avenue | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request from Ron Scasny, representing TIRBA, LLC, seeking a conditional use permit to allow a Community Based Residential Facility, out-patient medical clinic, and a rooming house at 3710 Douglas Avenue. (PC-17)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-29-17: That the request be denied finding that per Sec. 114-154(1), the establishment, maintenance, or operation of the conditional use will be detrimental to, or endanger, the public health, safety, morals, comfort, or general welfare.
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| A | | (Res No. 0125-17) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) A request from Dennis Dahlen, representing Christ Church United Methodist, seeking conditional use approval for an electronic message center sign at 5109 Washington Avenue. (PC-17) (Res No. 0125-17)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-29-17: That the request be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Parks CDBG Request (Parks) (Res No. 0126-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services for up to $63,000 of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to purchase replacement playground equipment at Marino, Hagerer, and Grand Park, and new playground equipment at Roosevelt Park. (Res No. 0126-17)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-30-17: That the request by the Department Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services be approved up for to $63,000.00 of CDBG funds to purchase park equipment for Marino, Hagerer, Grand, and Roosevelt Parks be approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available to meet this request. No match is required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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288-17
| A | | Department of Parks CDBG (Tree Stump) (Res No. 0127-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services for $25,000 of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for tree stump removal. (Res No. 0127-17)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-30-17: That the request for $25,000.00 of CDBG funds for hazard tree and stump removal be approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available to meet this request. No match is required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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289-17
| A | | DPW CDBG (Paving and Reconstruction) (Res No. 0128-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Department of Public Works for an amendment to the 2016 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) contract to add $54,000 to the total contract amount for street paving and reconstruction. (Res No. 0128-17)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-30-17: That the request for $54,000 of CDBG funding for street paving and reconstruction be approved and that the 2016 Intergovernmental Agreement be amended by the Director of City Development and the Director of Public Works.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available to meet this request. The total 2016 CDBG contract for street paving and reconstruction through the Department of Public Works will be $394,300. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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290-17
| A | | West Bluff Overlook (Res No. 0129-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Department of City Development for $25,000 of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) fund to raze two blighted buildings as part of the West Bluff Overlook plan. (Res No. 0129-17)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-30-17: That the request for $25,000 to raze two blighted buildings as part of the West Bluff Overlook plan be approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available to meet this request. No match is required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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291-17
| A | | Citizen Participation Plan (Res No. 0130-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the Department of City Development to approve an updated Citizen Participation Plan for the City of Racine as required by HUD. (Res No. 0130-17)
Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 3-30-17: That the Citizen Participation Plan for the City of Racine be approved.
Fiscal Note: The Citizen Participation Plan outlines citizen input for Community Block Grant, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grant funds. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0112-17
| A | | Concession Services for North Beach Bath House | Resolution | Concession Services for North Beach Bath House
Resolved, that concession services at the North Beach Bath House is awarded to The Benjamin Beer Company, Inc. for an initial two year term from May 1, 2017 through December 31, 2018 with an option to extend for three additional one year terms if mutually agreed to in writing by both the concessionaire and the City.
Fiscal Note: The Benjamin Beer Company, Inc., will remit 15% of the gross sales in 2017 and 20% of gross sales in subsequent years. Based on prior year's sales numbers, the City anticipates approximately $8,000.00 of revenue in 2017. Lease payments from the prior vendor were $9,216.13 in 2016; $13,696.31 in 2015; $5,414.43 in 2014, and $14,073.48 in 2013. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0113-17
| A | | Donation to Racine Police Department K-9 Unit | Resolution | Donation to Racine Police Department K-9 Unit
Resolved, that the request of Lieutenant Michael Smith to accept a donation of $5,019.00 from the Mount Pleasant Police Association to the Racine Police Department K-9 Unit, is approved.
Fiscal Note: There is no city match. The donation is a part of the K-9 calendar sale spearheaded by MPPD. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0114-17
| A | | Race, Equity, and Inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine | Resolution | Race, Equity, and Inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine
Resolved, that the request from the Chief of Police to have $15,000.00 carried forward in account 13101-52200 (Police Department-Contracted Services) from the 2016 budget into the 2017 budget to help facilitate “Race, Equity and inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine,” is approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining funds in the 2016 Police Department budget and line item account to facilitate the carry-forward. The $15,000.00 carry-forward combined with $5,000.00 already budgeted in 2017 will provide a total of $20,000.00 for this initiative. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0115-17
| A | | 2017 4th of July Parade Fireworks | Resolution | 2017 4th of July Parade Fireworks
Resolved, that permission is granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain City streets on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to hold the 2017 Independence Day Parade.
Further resolved, that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer, and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close the following streets:
Main Street from Shoreland Drive to 14th Street; 14th Street from the lake to Racine Street;
Michigan Boulevard from Goold Street to St. Patrick Street;
Ruby Avenue from South Street to Shoreland Drive;
Walton Avenue, Romayne Avenue, Augusta Street, Wolff Street, William Street, Isabelle Avenue, and Melvin Avenue from Main Street to Geneva Street.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works is authorized and directed to communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close the Main Street and State Street bridges to boat traffic for the period from 7:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 9:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Further resolved, | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0116-17
| A | | 2017 Memorial Day Parade | Resolution | 2017 Memorial Day Parade
Resolved, that permission is granted to Racine Area Veterans, Inc., to use certain City streets for the Memorial Day Parade, to start at the intersection of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard, then proceed north on West Boulevard to Osborne Boulevard, and Osborne Boulevard to Graceland Cemetery, on Monday, May 29, 2017, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., in conjunction with this City-sponsored event. The detour for STH 20 is Lathrop Avenue, 16th Street and Taylor Avenue.
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to provide assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: Since the City is a co-sponsor of this event, there are no stipulations. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0117-17
| A | | Get Lei'd 5K Run/Walk | Resolution | 2017 Get Lei'd 5K Run/Walk
Resolved, that Tristin Erickson (5K Events) is granted permission to use the below City right-of-way (sidewalks and parking lanes) for the period of 8:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, July 22, 2017, for the Get Lei’d 5K Run/Walk:
Michigan Boulevard from Augusta Street to Michigan Court
Further resolved, that permission is 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 72 hours in advance of this event.
E. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs.
F. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State Connecting Highways, arterial and collector streets to the City | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0118-17
| A | | Preliminary Resolution - 430’ North of Northwestern Avenue to Cul-De-Sac | Resolution | Preliminary - Ten (10) Year
Benefits and Damages
RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin:
1. The Common Council hereby declares its intention to exercise its power under s. 66.0703, Wisconsin Statutes, to levy special assessments upon property within the following described area for benefits conferred upon such property by improvement of the following street(s):
All property fronting upon both sides:
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING
Old Mill Drive - 430’ North of Northwestern Avenue to Cul-De-Sac
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Old Mill Drive - 430’ North of Northwestern Avenue to Cul-De-Sac
2. Said public improvement shall consist of BITUMINOUS PAVING or PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING.
3. The total amount assessed against such district shall not exceed the total cost of the improvements and the amount assessed against any parcel shall not be greater than the benefits accruing thereto from said improvements.
4. The assessments against any parcel may be paid in cash or in ten annual installments.
5. The Commissioner of Public Works is dir | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0119-17
| A | | Contract 20170005 - Replace Elevator at City Hall Annex | Resolution | Contract 20170005 - Replace Elevator at City Hall Annex
Resolved, that Contract 20170005 - Replace Elevator at City Hall Annex is awarded to Advanced Elevator, Inc., at its bid price of $117,500.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the Org-Object 45040-57200, Annex-Upgrade N. Elevator. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0120-17
| A | | Contract 20170007 - Traffic Signal Replacement | Resolution | Contract 20170007 - Traffic Signal Replacement
Resolved, that Contract 20170007, Traffic Signal Replacement, is awarded to MP Systems, Inc., at its bid price of $158,642.18, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the Org-Object 45040-57530, Traffic Signal & LED Replacements.. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0121-17
| A | | Contract 20170018 - Festival Hall New Outdoor Stage | Resolution | Contract 20170018 - Festival Hall New Outdoor Stage
Resolved, that bids for Contract 20170018, Festival Hall - New Outdoor Stage, is awarded to Absolute Construction Enterprises, Inc. at its bid price of $240,000.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the Org-Object 60622-57200, Festival Park-Building Improvements. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0122-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160013 - 2016 Southside Assessable Street Paving (R1) | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20160013 - 2016 Southside Assessable Street Paving (R1)
Resolved, that the work done by Milwaukee General Construction Company, Inc. under Contract 20160013, 2016 Southside Assessable Street Paving (R1), is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,089,594.94. Final Payment to include retainage.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 202-16, dated June 7, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0123-17
| A | | Contract 20170015 - PS - 2017 Sewer Asset Management Services | Resolution | Contract 20170015 - PS - 2017 Sewer Asset Management Services
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. on Contract 20170015, PS - 2017 Sewer Asset Management Services, for the not-to-exceed amount of $72,230.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the costs of these professional services are available in the below Org-Objects:
$36,115.00 - Org-Object 22640-52100, PS - Sanitary Sewer
$36,115.00 - Org-Object 60484-52100, PS - Storm Water Utility
$72,230.00 - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0124-17
| A | | Contract 20170025 - PS - 2017 Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination Services | Resolution | Contract 20170025 - PS - 2017 Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination Services
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. on Contract 20170025, PS - 2017 Illicit Discharge Detection Elimination Services, for the not-to-exceed amount of $20,000.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the costs of these professional services are available in Org-Object 60484-52160, Monitoring and Detection. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0125-17
| A | | Electronic Message Sign at 5109 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Electronic Message Sign at 5109 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that the request by Dennis Dahlen, representing Christ Church United Methodist, to install an electronic message sign at 5109 Washington Avenue is approved, subject to the following:
a. That the plans dated March 9, 2017 and presented to the Plan Commission on March 29, 2017 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That the sign shall meet the criteria of Racine Ordinance Section 114-1033(b), LED Electronic Signs (non-residential uses), unless otherwise noted herein.
c. That the maximum height from grade to top of sign may not exceed 12’8”.
d. That the top cabinet shall be constructed of an opaque panel with push-through acrylic letters. The applicant shall provide an amended plan to the Department of City Development.
e. That all applicable building permits are applied for and received prior to installation.
f. That watchFire, or similar company dealing in light regulation software/hardware, shall be installed and be maintained in operational order to regulate the dimming and brightne | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0126-17
| A | | CDBG Funds to Purchase Park Equipment for Marino, Hagerer, Grand Park, and Roosevelt Park | Resolution | CDBG Funds to Purchase Park Equipment for Marino, Hagerer, Grand Park, and Roosevelt Park
Resolved, that the request by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services is approved for up to $63,000.00 of CDBG funds to purchase park equipment for Marino, Hagerer, Grand, and Roosevelt Parks is approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available to meet this request. No match is required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0127-17
| A | | CDBG Funds for Tree Stump Removal | Resolution | CDBG Funds for Tree Stump Removal
Resolved, that the request of Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services for $25,000.00 of CDBG funds for hazard tree and stump removal is approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available to meet this request. No match is required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0128-17
| A | | Amend 2016 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Contract Amount for Street Paving and Reconstruction | Resolution | Amend 2016 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Contract Amount for Street Paving and Reconstruction
Resolved, that the request by the Department of Public Works for $54,000.00 of CDBG funding for street paving and reconstruction is approved and that the 2016 Intergovernmental Agreement be amended by the Director of City Development and the Director of Public Works.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available to meet this request. The total 2016 CDBG contract for street paving and reconstruction through the Department of Public Works will be $394,300.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0129-17
| A | | CDBG Funds to Raze Blighted Buildings as Part of West Bluff Overlook Plan | Resolution | CDBG Funds to Raze Blighted Buildings as Part of West Bluff Overlook Plan
Resolved, that the request by the Department of City Development for $25,000.00 to raze two blighted buildings as part of the West Bluff Overlook plan is approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available to meet this request. No match is required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0130-17
| A | | Update of Citizen Participation Plan | Resolution | Update of Citizen Participation Plan
Resolved, that an update to the Citizen Participation Plan for the City of Racine is approved as required by HUD.
Fiscal Note: The Citizen Participation Plan outlines citizen input for Community Block Grant, HOME and Emergency Solutions Grant funds. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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ZOrd.0002-17
| A | | ZOrd. 002-17 - Rezoning 2124 Sixteenth Street | Zoning Ordinance | ZOrd. 002-17
An Ordinance Rezoning 2124 Sixteenth 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 2124 Sixteenth Street, more particularly described as follows: Being Block 2 of Utley’s Addition to Thomsen’s subdivision, Lot 3, excluding the East 78 feet, City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin
be rezoned from B-2 Community Shopping District to R-3 Limited General Residence.
Part 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the City Common Council and publication or posting as required by law.
Passed by the Common Council:
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Approved:
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Mayor
Attest:
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City Clerk
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247-17
| A | | Subject: ELECTION REPORT FOR THE SPRING ELECTION HELD ON APRIL 4, 2017.
REPORT OF THE ELECTION OF APRIL 4, 2017 (RESULTS TO BE ANNOUNCED) | Communication | Subject: ELECTION REPORT FOR THE SPRING ELECTION HELD ON APRIL 4, 2017.
STATE OF WISCONSIN)
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COUNTY OF RACINE )
Resolved, that the following named persons be and they are hereby declared elected to the office of Alderperson for the City of Racine for the ensuing term of two years.
JEFF COE FIRST DISTRICT
JOHN TATE II THIRD DISTRICT
STEVE SMETANA FIFTH DISTRICT
RAY DEHAHN SEVENTH DISTRICT
TERRANCE MCCARTHY NINTH DISTRICT
MARY LAND ELEVENTH DISTRICT
JIM MORGENROTH THIRTEENTH DISTRICT
MELISSA LEMKE FIFTEENTH DISTRICT
THESE ARE UNOFFICIAL RESULTS - SEE ATTACHED LIST TO LEGISTAR FILE FOR BREAKDOWN BY DISTRICT AND WARD
Dated this 5th day of April 2017
Janice M. Johnson-Martin
City Clerk | Received and Filed | |
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