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| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator proposing that the Common Council fill the vacancy in the Office of the Mayor on an interim basis and, if necessary, a vacancy in the Office of the Common Council President. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator proposing that the Common Council fill the vacancy in the Office of the Mayor on an interim basis and, if necessary, a vacancy in the Office of the Common Council President.
Staff Recommendation: The Common Council fill the vacancy in the Office of the Mayor on an interim basis and, if necessary, a vacancy in the Office of the Common Council President. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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670-17
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator requesting that the Common Council set a date for a Special Mayoral Election. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Administrator requesting that the Common Council set a date for a Special Mayoral Election.
Staff Recommendation: The Common Council set a date for a Special Mayoral Election. | Received and Filed | Pass |
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| A | | claim of Brian Winch (Res. No. 0257-17) | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Brian Winch for consideration. (Res. No. 0257-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/24/2017: To approve the City Attorney's settlement agreement with Brian Winch in the amount of $60.00.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available in account 11202-53500 Misc.-Judgments and Claims. | Referred | Pass |
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681-17
| A | | March 2017 City RLF Certifications (Res. No. 0251-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development representing the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) requesting semi-annual plan certifications for the period ending March 31, 2017 for the City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF). (Res. No. 0251-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/24/2017: To approve semi-annual plan certifications for the period ending March 31, 2017 for the City Revolving Loan Fund (City-RLF).
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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692-17
| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept grant funding from the Division of Intergovernmental Relations, Department of Administration, representing the State of Wisconsin / Wisconsin Coastal Management Program in | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept grant funding from the Division of Intergovernmental Relations, Department of Administration, representing the State of Wisconsin / Wisconsin Coastal Management Program in the amount of $49,765 for installation of a rain garden at Samuel Myers Park. (Grant Control #00138) (Res. No. 0255-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/24/2017: To approve the Public Health Administrator to accept grant funding from the Division of Intergovernmental Relations, Department of Administration, representing the State of Wisconsin/Wisconsin Coastal Management Program in the amount of $49,765.
Fiscal Note: There is a City match of $79,745. There are sufficient funds in the Parks CIP Funds. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Finance Director requesting to have Brad Viegut, our representative from Robert W. Baird & Company, appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee at their next scheduled meeting on Monday, July 24, 2017 to discuss our 2017 borro | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Finance Director requesting to have Brad Viegut, our representative from Robert W. Baird & Company; appear before the Finance and Personnel Committee at their next scheduled meeting on Monday, July 24, 2017 to discuss our 2017 borrowing for budgeted Capital Projects. (Res. 0285-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/24/2017: To approve the financing plan for 2017 Capital Projects and issuance of note anticipation notes as presented.
Fiscal Note: Note anticipation notes of approximately $11,800,000 will be issued to fund projects and equipment as adopted in the 2017 budget. | Referred | Pass |
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707-17
| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator request permission to allow the Finance Department to make a 2017 budget amendment allowing the transfer of $35,000 from the Laboratory Department’s Fund Balance Reserves account to the Professional Servi | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to allow the Finance Department to make a 2017 budget amendment allowing the transfer of $35,000 from the Laboratory Department’s Fund Balance Reserves account to the Professional Services account. (Res. No. 0256-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/24/2017: To approve the Finance Department to make a 2017 budget amendment allowing the transfer of $35,000 from the Laboratory Department’s Fund Balance Reserves account to the Professional Services account. The funds will be used to construct the ADA compliant picnic area at Samuel Myers Park.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds in the Laboratory Department’s Fund Balance Reserves account. | Referred | Pass |
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654-17
| A | | Communication from Brett Ekes, Co-Chairman of the St. Joseph Parish Festival, requesting to close St. Patrick Street between Erie Street and N. Wisconsin Street, on Friday, September 8, 2017 from 5:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., Saturday, September 9, 2017 from N | Communication | Subject: Communication from Brett Ekes, Co-Chairman of the St. Joseph Parish Festival, requesting to close St. Patrick Street between Erie Street and N. Wisconsin Street, on Friday, September 8, 2017 from 5:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., Saturday, September 9, 2017 from Noon to 11:00 P.M. and Sunday, September 10, 2017 from Noon to 5:00 P.M. for the annual church festival. (Res. No. 0258-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-25-17: That St. Joseph’s Grade School be granted permission to close St. Patrick Street between Erie Street and N. Wisconsin Street, on Friday, September 8, 2017 from 5:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., Saturday, September 9, 2017 from Noon to 11:00 P.M. and Sunday, September 10, 2017 from Noon to 5:00 P.M. for the annual church festival with the following stipulation:
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 ow | Referred | Pass |
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677-17
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Revision 1 to the State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70, Durand Avenue (STH 11), Kearney Avenue to E of Memorial Drive. (Res. No. 0262-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Revision 1 to the State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70, Durand Avenue (STH 11), Kearney Avenue to E of Memorial Drive. (Res. No. 0262-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-25-17: That Revision 1 to the State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2260-08-00/70, Durand Avenue (STH 11), Kearney Avenue to E of Memorial Drive, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $3,246,850.00, with the WisDOT share being $2,990,888.00 and the City of Racine share being $255,963.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is available in Org-Object 45040-57500, Durand - Kearney to Sheridan. | Referred | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Revision 3 to the State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2350-00-00/20/70, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32), Main Street to Goold Street. (Res. No. 0263 | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting Revision 3 to the State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2350-00-00/20/70, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32), Main Street to Goold Street. (Res. No. 0263-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-25-17: That Revision 3 to the State/Municipal Agreement for State Project ID: 2350-00-00/20/70, Hamilton Street/Douglas Avenue (STH 32) - Main Street to Goold Street, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $10,380,700.00, with the WisDOT share being $5,944,850.00 and the City of Racine share being $4,435,850.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding for this project is available in Org-Object 45040-57500, Douglas - Main to Goold. | Referred | Pass |
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680-17
| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 20170038, PS - 2017 Bridge Inspections - Memorial Drive Bridge and West 6th Street Bridge, Ayres Associates, consultant. (Res. No. 0264-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a proposal for Contract 20170038, PS - 2017 Bridge Inspections - Memorial Drive Bridge and West 6th Street Bridge, Ayres Associates, consultant. (Res. No. 0264-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-25-17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with Ayres Associates on Contract 20170038, PS - 2017 Bridge Inspection Services - Memorial Drive Bridge and West 6th Street Bridge, for the not-to-exceed amount of $3,000.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the costs of these professional services are available in Org-Object 45140-52100, PS-City Owned Bridge Inspections.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Referred | Pass |
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682-17
| A | | Subject: Application of Infusino Pizzaria & Restaurant Inc, dba Infusino's Italian Village, Pasquale Infusino, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3201 Rapids Drive (6th District). | Communication | Subject: Application of Infusino Pizzaria & Restaurant Inc, dba Infusino's Italian Village, Pasquale Infusino, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3201 Rapids Drive (6th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-25-17: That the application of Infusino Pizzaria & Restaurant Inc, dba Infusino's Italian Village, Pasquale Infusino, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3201 Rapids Drive be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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683-17
| A | | Subject: Application of Infusino Pizzaria & Restaurant Inc, dba Infusino's Italian Village, Pasquale Infusino, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3225 Rapids Drive (6th District). | Communication | Subject: Application of Infusino Pizzaria & Restaurant Inc, dba Infusino's Italian Village, Pasquale Infusino, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3225 Rapids Drive (6th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-25-17: That the application of Infusino Pizzaria & Restaurant Inc, dba Infusino's Italian Village, Pasquale Infusino, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3225 Rapids Drive be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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694-17
| A | | Subject: (New) Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License for Quick N Save LLC dba Quick N Save, located at 5302 Washington Avenue, Jatinder Dhillon, Agent. (12th District) | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License for Quick N Save LLC dba Quick N Save, located at 5302 Washington Avenue, Jatinder Dhillon, Agent. (12th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-25-17: That the (New) Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License for Quick N Save LLC dba Quick N Save, located at 5302 Washington Avenue, Jatinder Dhillon, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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652-17
| A | | recognition of global warming threat | Communication | Subject: Communication from Melissa Kaprelian-Becker seeking approval by the City Council of a resolution recognizing global warming as a national and local threat.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 07-10-2018: the Item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | Pass |
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660-17
| A | | yard waste collection system (Res. 0343-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District proposing that the City of Racine consider programs for collecting and disposing yard debris and green or brown waste. (Res. 0343-17)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 08-16-2017: That the Item be deferred.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 09-20-2017: That a City-wide mini leaf collection service the second full week of each month from May through September, with residents placing their yard waste and properly prepared brush/branches (cut no greater than 4-feet long, no branch greater than 4-inches in diameter, and bundled no greater than 2-feet in diameter with twine or rope) in the gutters of their street.
Referred to Committee of the Whole 10-03-27 by Common Council
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 05-22-2018: the Proposed Green Racine Yardcare Program, dated May 14, 2018, as presented by Commissioner of Public Works Mark Yehlen, be approved with the requirement that instructions for the disposal of invasive species be provided to Racine residents.
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644-17
| A | | Racine County Property Transfer (Res. No. 0242-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to discuss accepting the following property donations from Racine County for transfer to nonprofit organizations Racine Habitat for Humanity, Inc and Great Lakes Community Conservation Corp for rehabilitation: 3518 Kinzie Avenue, 1124 David Street, and 1432 Illinois Street. Transfer will include a written agreement with the city detailing construction period, construction permits, and right of first purchase if property is disposed before construction completion. (Res. No. 0242-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/10/2017: To approve the Director of City Development to accept property donations of 3518 Kinzie Avenue, 1124 David Street and 1432 Illinois Street from Racine County and take proper actions to deed the properties to the non-profit agencies of Racine Habitat for Humanity, Inc. and Great Lakes Community Conservation Corp. with restrictions and contingencies as presented.
Fiscal Note: Both nonprofit groups will pay any fees incurred by the City while obtaining and transferr | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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645-17
| A | | White Box Changes and Funding (Res. No. 0243-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting to discuss additional funding and recommended changes to the City’s White Box program. (Res. No. 0243-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/10/2017: To approve the following White Box program policies; To increase $150,000 in White Box funding from the Intergovernmental Revenue Fund for the 2017 Fiscal Year for a total of $250,000; combine the line item for façade grants and white box grants into one funding line item that could be allocated for either facades grant or white Box grant applications on a first-come/first-served basis (thus increasing the total funding for development incentives to $400,000 for FY 2017); Create a “sunset” on the White Box Program for the end of FY 2019 to incentivize vacant property-owners to take more immediate action to rehabilitate and lease vacant spaces; and allowing a property owner of a building with more than one distinct, vacant retail spaces to obtain more than one “White Box” grant.
Fiscal Note: The proposed White Box program policy changes w | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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659-17
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet with the Executive Committee in Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Statues section 19.85(1)(g), to confer with legal counsel concerning Cottingham, et al. v. City of Racine, et al | Communication | Subject: (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), to confer with legal counsel concerning Cottingham, et al. v. City of Racine, et al., U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Case No. 16-CV-1560. (Res. No. 0244-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/10/2017: To approve the settlement of Cottingham, et al. v. City of Racine, et al., U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Case No. 16-CV-1560.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 11202-53500, Misc-Judgements and Claims for the settlement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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664-17
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Finance Director requesting City Council acknowledgment and endorsement of judgment mandated by Wisconsin Supreme Court case number 2014AP2947, Regency West Apartments, LLC v. City of Racine, for refund of 2012-201 | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Finance Director requesting City Council acknowledgment and endorsement of authorization to execute a settlement agreement and payment in Racine County Case numbers 2015CV0745 and 2016CV1122 for partial refunds of 2014 and 2015 real estate property taxes, costs and interest totaling $84,663; authorization to execute a settlement agreement and payment for 2016 real estate property taxes, costs and interest totaling $50,124. (Res. No. 0241-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 7/10/2017: Settlement of Racine County Case numbers 2015CV0745 and 2016CV1122; and settlement of claim of excessive assessment for 2016 real estate property taxes in the cumulative principal amount of $134,545.66 plus cumulative interest through June 30, 2017 of $222.96 plus cumulative per diem interest of $1.00 starting July 1 through payment date for an estimated total of approximately $134,788.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for payment of this settlement in account 11202-53420, Misc-Property Taxes Cancelled. Approx | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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587-17
| A | | Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting revisions to the proposed bulky and yard waste handling systems. (Res. No. 0249-17) (Res No. 0325-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works submitting revisions to the proposed bulky and yard waste handling systems.(Res. No. 0249-17) (Res No. 0325-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 06-27-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-11-17: Recommend that the Department of Public Works establish a bulky waste handling system to provide Solid Waste System customers means of disposing of large items of non-regulated wastes, and excess volumes of household wastes that can’t be fit into solid waste cart(s). This system shall provide pick-ups of bulky wastes to individual residential customers through a “call in” system requiring the property owner to call the DPW Field Office at (262) 636-9126 to schedule a pick-up. Each residential unit, as determined by the City Assessor, will be allowed four “no charge” bulky waste collections annually. If a residential unit uses more than four bulky waste pickups, the property owner will be charged a $50 fee per 5 Yard Truck collection. Residential customers shall a | Referred | Pass |
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608-17
| A | | Communication from Cari Greving, on behalf of Bigsley Event House (dba The Color Run), requesting to use City right-of-way for The Color Run on September 16, 2017. (Res. No. 0245-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Cari Greving, on behalf of Bigsley Event House (dba The Color Run), requesting to use City right-of-way for The Color Run on September 16, 2017. (Res. No. 0245-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-11-17: Permission be granted to Bigsley Event House to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets, as indicated, on their race map, for The Color Run on Saturday, September 16, 2017.
Pershing Park Drive from 6th Street to 11th Street
11th Street from Main Street to Pershing Park Drive
Main Street from 10th Street to 11th Street
10th Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Lake Avenue from 10th Street to State Street
6th Street from Pershing Park Drive to Center Street
7th Street from Lake Avenue to Center Street
Main Street from 7th Street to Main Street Bridge
Gaslight Drive from Lake Avenue to cul-de-sac
2nd Street from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue
Wisconsin Avenue from 2nd Street to 3rd Street
3rd Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street
with the following stipulations:
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632-17
| A | | Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the (NS) alley bounded by Blaine Avenue to Hayes Avenue; Lindermann Avenue to Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 0246-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the (NS) alley bounded by Blaine Avenue to Hayes Avenue; Lindermann Avenue to Washington Avenue. (Res. No. 0246-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-11-17: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the (NS) alley bounded by Blaine Avenue to Hayes Avenue; Lindermann Avenue to Washington Avenue.
Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid by the abutting property owners. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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656-17
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160011, 2016 City Resurfacing (R1), A.W. Oakes and Sons, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 0247-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160011, 2016 City Resurfacing (R1), A.W. Oakes and Son, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 0247-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-11-17: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160011, 2016 City resurfacing (R1), A.W. Oakes and Son, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($41,403.22).
Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts:
($326,442.80) - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW Paving
$ 40,680.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers
($ 38,605.00) - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers
($ 14,122.94) - Org-Object 40104-57500, Paving
$ 37,411.41 - Org-Object 40104-57500, Asphalt Resurfacing (Parks)
$225,000.00 - Org-Object 22640-57500, Sanitary Sewer Paving
$ 34,676.11 - Org-Object 45050-57500, Sidewalk Replacements
($ 41,403.22) - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160011, 2016 City Resurfacing (R1), A.W. Oakes and Son, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 0248-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20160011, 2016 City Resurfacing (R1), A.W. Oakes and Son, Inc., contractor. (Res. No. 0248-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 07-11-17: That the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. on Contract 20160011, 2016 City Resurfacing (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,608,363.23.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0177-16, dated May 17, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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617-17
| A | | changes to section 42-181 (Abandoned, nuisance or junked vehicles). | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City of Racine Police Department recommending changes to section 42-181 of the Code of Ordinances (Abandoned, nuisance or junked vehicles).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-11-17: That the City Attorney's Office draft an ordinance to coincide with the recommended changes.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Subject: The following renewal application(s) for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 2017-2018:
HILLSIDE LANES, LLC 1400 THIRTEENTH STREET
(TRADENAME) HILLSIDE LANES
RICHARD WONDERS, AGENT | Communication | Subject: The following renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2017-2018:
HILLSIDE LANES, LLC 1400 THIRTEENTH STREET
(TRADENAME) HILLSIDE LANES
RICHARD WONDERS, AGENT
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-11-17: That the renewal application for a "Class B" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2017-2018 be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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638-17
| A | | Subject:(New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for CBI of Racine Inc dba Tropical's Paradise, located at 1600 Douglas Avenue, Dorothy Lee, Agent (4th District). | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for CBI of Racine Inc dba Tropical's Paradise, located at 1600 Douglas Avenue, Dorothy Lee, Agent (4th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-11-17: That the new Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for CBI of Racine Inc dba Tropical's Paradise, located at 1600 Douglas Avenue, Dorothy Lee, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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641-17
| C | | Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for Lathrop Food Mart Inc dba Lathrop Food Mart, located at 1347 Lathrop Avenue, Aziz Abdul, Agent. (13th District) | Communication | Subject: Application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for Lathrop Food Mart Inc dba Lathrop Food Mart, located at 1347 Lathrop Avenue, Aziz Abdul, Agent. (13th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 07-11-17: That the application for a Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage License for Lathrop Food Mart Inc dba Lathrop Food Mart, located at 1347 Lathrop Avenue, Aziz Abdul, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Preferred Financing model for Event Center (Res. No. 0250-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request by the City Administrator to Consider: Recommendation of The Committee of the Whole Relating to the proposed, Downtown Multi-Purpose Event Center and Hotel project. A resolution to adopt a preferred financing model for the development, financing, and construction of an event center on the rda-owned property at 233 Lake Ave, and to authorize and direct city staff to pursue certain partnership engagement efforts required to further develop the financing model and recruitment of a private, full-service hotel. (Res. No. 0250-17)
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 07-06-2017: The resolution, as amended, be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | timing & logistics of special election for Mayor | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Finance Director and the City Clerk requesting to address the Committee of the Whole concerning timing and logistical matters regarding the scheduling and conduct of a special mayoral election.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on July 5, 2017: the Item be Received and Filed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Committee Appointment | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert to
Appoint Sean Brown, 3136 Kristy Ct, Racine 53406 to the Sex Offender Residency Appeal Board for a 3 year term, expiring July 31, 2020. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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590-17
| A | | Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the results of Official Notice #2-2017, Request for Proposals for Lease and Management services for City of Racine golf courses. (Res No. 0210-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the results of Official Notice #2-2017, Request for Proposals for Lease and Management services for City of Racine golf courses. (Res No. 0210-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6/26/2017: To approve that the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and contract with Green Golf Partners for the provision of Lease and Management Services for the Golf Courses.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 7/12/17: To approve that the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and contract with Green Golf Partners for the provision of Lease and Management Services for the Golf Courses.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Root River Council to hold the Root River Festival on August 27, 2017 at Lincoln Park (Res. No. 0252-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Root River Council requesting permission to hold the Root River Festival on Sunday, August 27, 2017 at Lincoln Park. Further requests permission to allow a horse drawn carriage to shuttle participants to the festival. (Res. No. 0252-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 7/12/17: To approve the Root River Council's request to hold the Root River Festival on Sunday, August 27, 2017 at Lincoln Park pending proper permits and payment of fees & charges. Further approve a horse drawn carriage to shuttle participants to the festival.
Fiscal Note: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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621-17
| A | | Communication from Real Racine to hold the Color Run on Setpember 16, 2017 at Pershing Park (Res. No. 0253-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Real Racine requesting to hold the 2017 Color Run at Pershing Park on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Further requests permission to allow staff/volunteers at the park during closed hours on an as need basis for setup purposes. (Res. No. 0253-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 7/12/17: To approve Real Racine's request to hold the 2017 Color Run event along Pershing Park on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Further approve staff/volunteers upon park grounds during closed hours on an as need basis for set up purposes.
Fiscal Note: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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622-17
| B | | Communication to utilize Pershing Boat Launch walkout as the fireworks launch site for the 2017 Roma Lodge Italian festival (Res. No. 0254-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Wolverine Fireworks Display, Inc. to utilize the Pershing Boat Launch walkout as the fireworks launch site for the Roma Lodge Italian festival from 4:00 p.m. until midnight on Friday, July 28, 2017 and Saturday, July 29, 2017 with the possible rain date of Sunday, July 30, 2017. (Res. No. 0254-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 7/12/17: To approve Wolverine Fireworks Display, Inc. request to utilize the Pershing Boat Launch walkout as the fireworks launch site for the Roma Lodge Italian Fest from 4:00 p.m. until midnight on Friday, July 28, 2017 and Saturday, July 29, 2017 with the possible rain date of Sunday, July 30, 2017.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0241-17
| A | | Settlement of Racine County Circuit Court Cases 2015CV0745 and 2016CV1122 | Resolution | Settlement of Racine County Circuit Court Cases 2015CV0745 and 2016CV1122
Resolved, that City Council acknowledge and endorse authorization to execute a settlement agreement and payment in Racine County Circuit Court Cases 2015CV0745 and 2016CV1122 for partial refunds of 2014 and 2015 real estate property taxes, costs and interest totaling $84,663.00.
Further resolved, that authorization is given to execute a settlement agreement and payment for 2016 real estate property taxes, costs and interest totaling $50,124.00.
Further resolved, that settlement of Racine County Circuit Court Cases 2015CV0745 and 2016CV1122; and settlement of claim of excessive assessment for 2016 real estate property taxes in the cumulative principal amount of $134,545.66 plus cumulative interest through June 30, 2017 of $222.96 plus cumulative per diem interest of $1.00 starting July 1 through payment date for an estimated total of approximately $134,788.00 is approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available for payment of this settlement in account 11202-53420, Misc-Property Taxes Cancelled. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0242-17
| A | | Property Donations - 3518 Kinzie Avenue, 1124 David Street and 1432 Illinois Street | Resolution | Property Donations - 3518 Kinzie Avenue, 1124 David Street and 1432 Illinois Street
Resolved, that the Director of City Development is approved to accept property donations of 3518 Kinzie Avenue, 1124 David Street and 1432 Illinois Street from Racine County and take proper actions to deed the properties to the non-profit agencies of Racine Habitat for Humanity, Inc. and Great Lakes Community Conservation Corp. with restrictions and contingencies as presented.
Fiscal Note: Both nonprofit groups will pay any fees incurred by the City while obtaining and transferring the properties from the County, including all closing costs. The City will expend staff time (salaries) administrating the transfer, developing the contracts, and monitoring the project compliance. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0243-17
| A | | City’s White Box Program | Resolution | City’s White Box Program
Resolved, that the White Box program policies are approved as follows:
To increase $150,000 in White Box funding from the Intergovernmental Revenue Fund for the 2017 Fiscal Year for a total of $250,000; combine the line item for façade grants and white box grants into one funding line item that could be allocated for either facades grant or white Box grant applications on a first-come/first-served basis (thus increasing the total funding for development incentives to $400,000 for FY 2017); Create a “sunset” on the White Box Program for the end of FY 2019 to incentivize vacant property-owners to take more immediate action to rehabilitate and lease vacant spaces; and allowing a property owner of a building with more than one distinct, vacant retail spaces to obtain more than one “White Box” grant.
Fiscal Note: The proposed White Box Program policy changes would increase the fiscal year 2017 funding for the White Box Program from $100,000.00 to $250,000.00. The combination of White Box line items and budgeted facade grant line items (budgeted $150,000.00 in | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0244-17
| A | | Cottingham, et al. v. City of Racine, et al., U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Case No. 16-CV-1560 | Resolution | Cottingham, et al. v. City of Racine, et al., U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Case No. 16-CV-1560
Resolved, that the case of Cottingham, et al. v. City of Racine, et al., U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Case No. 16-CV-1560, is approved to be settled in the amount of $400,000.
Fiscal Note: Of the $400,000 settlement amount, approximately $55,300 in legal fees has already been paid, to be applied to the City's deductible amount leaving a remainder of approximately $169,700 to be paid. There are sufficient funds available in account 11202-53500, Misc-Judgements and Claims for the settlement. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0245-17
| A | | The Color Run - September 16, 2017 | Resolution | The Color Run - September 16, 2017
Resolved, that Communication from Cari Greving, on behalf of Bigsley Event House (dba The Color Run), is to use City right-of-way for The Color Run on September 16, 2017.
Further resolved, that permission is granted to Bigsley Event House to close the following streets and to utilize certain other City streets, as indicated, on their race map, for The Color Run on Saturday, September 16, 2017.
Pershing Park Drive from 6th Street to 11th Street, 11th Street from Main Street to Pershing Park Drive, Main Street from 10th Street to 11th Street, 10th Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue, Lake Avenue from 10th Street to State Street, 6th Street from Pershing Park Drive to Center Street, 7th Street from Lake Avenue to Center Street, Main Street from 7th Street to Main Street Bridge, Gaslight Drive from Lake Avenue to cul-de-sac, 2nd Street from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, Wisconsin Avenue from 2nd Street to 3rd Street, 3rd Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street, with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be exec | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0246-17
| A | | Paving the (NS) Alley Bounded by Blaine Avenue to Hayes Avenue; Lindermann Avenue to Washington Avenue | 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 § 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:
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING
Alley (NS) - bounded by Blaine Avenue to Hayes Avenue; Lindermann Avenue to Washington Avenue
2. Said public improvement shall consist of 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 (10) annual installments.
5. The Commissioner of Public Works is directed to prepare a report consisting of:
a. Preliminary or final plans and specific | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0247-17
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160011 | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160011
Resolve, that a change is made to Order No. 1 on Contract 20160011, 2016 City resurfacing (R1), A.W. Oakes and Son, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved to deduct $41,403.22.
Fiscal Note: That the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts:
($326,442.80) - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW Paving
$ 40,680.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers
($ 38,605.00) - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers
($ 14,122.94) - Org-Object 40104-57500, Paving
$ 37,411.41 - Org-Object 40104-57500, Asphalt Resurfacing (Parks)
$225,000.00 - Org-Object 22640-57500, Sanitary Sewer Paving
$ 34,676.11 - Org-Object 45050-57500, Sidewalk Replacements
($ 41,403.22) - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0248-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160011 | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20160011
Resolved, that the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. on Contract 20160011, 2016 City Resurfacing (R1), is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,608,363.23.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0177-16, dated May 17, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0252-17
| A | | Root River Festival | Resolution | Root River Festival
Resolved, that he Root River Council's request to hold the Root River Festival on Sunday, August 27, 2017 at Lincoln Park pending proper permits and payment of fees & charges is approved.
Further, resolved to approve a horse drawn carriage to shuttle participants to the festival.
Fiscal Note: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0253-17
| A | | 2017 Color Run | Resolution | 2017 Color Run
Resolved, that Real Racine's request to hold the 2017 Color Run at Pershing Park on Saturday, September 16, 2017 is approved.
Further resolved, that permission is granted to allow staff/volunteers at the park during closed hours on an as need basis for setup purposes.
Fiscal Note: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0254-17
| A | | Roma Lodge Italian Festival | Resolution | Roma Lodge Italian Festival
Resolved, that Wolverine Fireworks Display, Inc. is approved to utilize the Pershing Boat Launch walkout as the fireworks launch site for the Roma Lodge Italian festival from 4:00 p.m. until midnight on Friday, July 28, 2017 and Saturday, July 29, 2017 with the possible rain date of Sunday, July 30, 2017.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0249-17
| A | | Bulky Yard Waste Handling Systems | Resolution | Bulky Yard Waste Handling Systems
Resolved, that the Department of Public Works is approved to establish a bulky waste handling system to provide Solid Waste System customers means of disposing of large items of non-regulated wastes, and excess volumes of household wastes that can’t be fit into solid waste cart(s). This system shall provide pick-ups of bulky wastes to individual residential customers through a “call in” system requiring the property owner to call the DPW Field Office at (262) 636-9126 to schedule a pick-up. Each residential unit, as determined by the City Assessor, will be allowed four “no charge” bulky waste collections annually. If a residential unit uses more than four bulky waste pickups, the property owner will be charged a $50 fee per 5-Yard Truck collection. Residential customers shall also have the option of disposing of non-regulated household bulky wastes, at no charge, at three drop-off sites. Proof of residency shall be required when items are dropped off at these sites. The three drop-off sites shall be available as follows:
1. Pearl Street Facilit | Referred | Pass |
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Res.0250-17
| A | | Event Center at 233 Lake Street | Resolution | Event Center at 233 Lake Avenue
RESOLVED, that a preferred financing model for the development, financing, and construction of an event center on the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine (RDA)-owned property at 233 Lake Avenue, and authorization and direction to city staff to pursue certain partnership engagement efforts required to further develop the financing model and recruitment of a private, full-service hotel, is adopted.
WHEREAS, The City of Racine (City), as represented by its elected board of aldermen serving as the Committee of the Whole, and the RDA, as represented by its members, were jointly presented with the detailed results of the Phase I - due-diligence process for an event center and hotel project;
WHEREAS, this Phase I, due-diligence process, commissioned City staff and consultants to recommend conceptual programming, conceptual architectural and site design, construction cost estimates based upon the conceptual architectural plans, operating pro-formas, and possible financing models, for an event center and full-service hotel proposed for construction | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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