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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/5/2017 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall, Room 205
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811-17 A claim of Charles House JrClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Charles House Jr. for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: That the claim of Charles House be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
831-17 A Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the 2018 Federal Bulletproof Vest Partnership (Grant Control #00141) (Res No. 0310-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the 2018 Federal Bulletproof Vest Partnership (Grant Control #00141). (Res No. 0310-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: To apply for and accept the 2018 Federal Bulletproof Vest Partnership (Grant Control #00141). Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
861-17 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results from Official Notice #14-2017, Request for Bids for Asbestos Abatement for 716 Sixth St. (Res No. 0301-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results from Official Notice #13-2017, Request for Bids for Asbestos Abatement for 716 Sixth Street. (Res No. 0301-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: To award Official Notice #13-2017, Request for Bids for Asbestos Abatement for 716 Sixth Street to Balestrieri at their bid price of $34,610, they being the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for Asbestos and Lead abatement at 716 Sixth St. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account #22540-52390, Raze, board, remove Buildings.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
862-17 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept the Contract Agreement Amendment and accept funding in the amount of $13,000 from the WI Dept. of Health Services / Division of Public Health for the AIDS/HIV Partner ServiCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept the Contract Agreement Amendment and accept funding in the amount of $13,000 from the WI Dept. of Health Services / Division of Public Health for the AIDS/HIV Partner Service program and services. (Grant Control #00147) (Res No. 0311-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept funding in the amount of $13,000 from the WI Dept. of Health Services/Division of Public Health for the AIDS/HIV Partner Service program and services. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
863-17 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept the Contract Agreement Amendment and accept funding from the WI Dept. of Health Services / Division of Public Health. This agreement includes allocations of $97,175 for theCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept the Contract Agreement Amendment and accept funding from the WI Dept. of Health Services / Division of Public Health. This agreement includes allocations of $97,175 for the WI Well Woman Program and $222,700 for the Infant Mortality/Racine Healthy Babies program. (Grant Control #00148 and #00149) (Res No. 0312-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept the Contract Agreement Amendment and accept funding from the WI Dept. of Health Services/Division of Public Health. This agreement includes allocations of $97,175 for the WI Well Woman Program and $222,700 for the Infant Mortality/Racine Health Babies program (Grant Control #00148 and #00149). Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
864-17 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds in the amount of $4500 from the Department of Health Services for the Racine County Medical Reserve Corps Unit via the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program fuCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds in the amount of $4500 from the Department of Health Services for the Racine County Medical Reserve Corps Unit via the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program funds from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Cooperative Agreement (Grant Control #00146). (Res No. 0313-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: Permission be granted to the Public Health Administrator to accept funds in the amount of $4,500 from the Department of Health Services for the Racine County Medical Reserve Corps Unit via the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program funds from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Cooperative Agreement (Grant Control #00146). Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
865-17 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for a grant from Firehouse Subs to acquire advance aerial video technology.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to apply for a grant from Firehouse Subs to acquire advance aerial video technology (Grant Control #00145). Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: Receive and File at the request of the Fire Chief. A new communication will be submitted when improved technology is available. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
866-17 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to sign the Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Gateway Technical College. (Res No. 0307-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to sign the Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Gateway Technical College. (Res No. 0307-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to sign the Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Gateway Technical College. Fiscal Note: Revenue and Expenses are neutral. There are no additional costs to the City.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
868-17 A TIF Assistance Regency Mall (Res No. 0314-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting approval of a development agreement between the City of Racine and Hull Property Group/Racine Mall, LLC for tax incremental assistance for the Regency Mall. (Res No. 0314-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: To approve a development agreement between the City of Racine and Hull Property Group/Racine Mall, LLC for tax incremental assistance for the Regency Mall. Fiscal Note: If approved, Racine Mall, LLC will receive a performance-based tax incremental incentive of $3,500,000 in the form of a cash funded “pay-as-you-go” annual payment for a maximum of 13 years equal to a maximum of 90% of tax increment generated on properties currently owned by Racine Mall, LLC and its successors. If the maximum incentive request is not provided to the developer before the expiration of the development agreement, the City is not obligated to provide any additional or remaining incentive cash payments to the developer. If, at any time during the agreement, TID 20 does not generate positive incremeReferredPass Action details Video Video
803-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the alley bounded by 16th Street to 17th Street; Thurston Avenue to Grange Avenue. (Res No. 0317-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the alley bounded by 16th Street to 17th Street; Thurston Avenue to Grange Avenue. (Res No. 0317-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-12-17: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the alley bounded by 16th Street to 17th Street; Thurston Avenue to Grange Avenue. Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid by the abutting property owners.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
805-17 A Communication from Ellis Turrentine, McKinley Middle School Directing Principal, requesting to close off the south sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery during the 2016-2017 winter season. (Res No. 0316-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Ellis Turrentine, McKinley Middle School Directing Principal, requesting to close off the south sidewalk of Rupert Boulevard from Chicago Street west to the cemetery during the 2016-2017 winter season. (Res No. 0316-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-12-17: That Racine Unified School District be granted permission to close the sidewalk on Rupert Boulevard in front of McKinley Middle School from December 1, 2017 to April 1, 2018 with the requirement that Racine Unified School District holds the City of Racine harmless from any and all injuries caused by conditions of the sidewalk related to this closure. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in granting this permission.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
839-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the (NS) alley bounded by S. Memorial Drive to Packard Avenue; 16th Street to Washington Avenue. (Res No. 0319-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the (NS) alley bounded by S. Memorial Drive to Packard Avenue; 16th Street to Washington Avenue. (Res No. 0319-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-12-17: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the (NS) alley bounded by S. Memorial Drive to Packard Avenue; 16th Street to Washington Avenue. Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid by the abutting property owners.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
840-17 A Communication of the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the (EW and NS) alley bounded by Slauson Avenue to 16th Street; Phillips Avenue to Taylor Avenue. (Res No. 0320-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication of the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the (EW and NS) alley bounded by Slauson Avenue to 16th Street; Phillips Avenue to Taylor Avenue. (Res No. 0320-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-12-17: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the (EW and NS) alley bounded by Slauson Avenue to 16th Street; Phillips Avenue to Taylor Avenue. Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid by the abutting property owners.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
859-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the alley bounded by Deane Boulevard to Quincy Avenue; 15th Street to 16th Street. (Res No. 0318-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the alley bounded by Deane Boulevard to Quincy Avenue; 15th Street to 16th Street. (Res No. 0318-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-12-17: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the alley bounded by Deane Boulevard to Quincy Avenue; 15th Street to 16th Street. Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid by the abutting property owners.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
860-17 A Amendment No. 2 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0321-17)CommunicationSubject: Amendment No. 2 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res No. 0321-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-12-17: That Amendment No. 2 to Contract 20160032, PS - 2016 Sewer Asset Management Services, AECOM, consultant, as submitted, be approved. Fiscal Note: Amendment No. 2 is in the not-to-exceed amount of $7,716.00. Funding to defray the cost of this amendment be appropriated from the following Org-Objects: $ 200.00 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer Var. Loc. $3,825.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewer Misc. Loc. $3,691.00 - Org-Object 40102-57560, Water/Wastewater Projects $7,716.00 - TotalReferredPass Action details Video Video
869-17 A Communication from Jason Meekma on behalf of Focus on Community requesting permission to hold a 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 9, 2017.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Jason Meekma on behalf of Focus on Community requesting permission to hold a 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 9, 2017 from 8:00am to 11:00am.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
812-17 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Ron's Sports Pub, located at 3422 Douglas Ave, Ronald Stankovic, Agent. (7th District)CommunicationSubject:(New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Ron's Sports Pub, located at 3422 Douglas Ave, Ronald Stankovic, Agent. (7th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-12-2017: That the new application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Ron's Sports Pub, located at 3422 Douglas Ave, Ronald Stankovic, Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
841-17 A Application of Fifth Street Yacht Club of Racine, Inc., dba Fifth Street Yacht Club, Allen D. Goodman, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Club Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 761 Marquette Street. (4th District)CommunicationSubject: Application of Fifth Street Yacht Club of Racine, Inc., dba Fifth Street Yacht Club, Allen D. Goodman, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Club Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 761 Marquette Street. (4th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-12-2017: That the application of Fifth Street Yacht Club of Racine, Inc., dba Fifth Street Yacht Club, Allen D. Goodman, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Club Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 761 Marquette Street be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
867-17 A Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Culture Bar & Grill, located at 433 Main Street, William Vaughn, Agent. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Culture Bar & Grill, located at 433 Main Street, William Vaughn, Agent. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-12-2017: That the new application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Culture Bar & Grill, located at 433 Main Street, William Vaughn, Agent be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-10-2017: That the new application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Culture Bar & Grill, located at 433 Main Street, William Vaughn, Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
814-17 A Communication from Joanne Takerian requesting the reinstallation of a "No Parking" sign in the front east side of Gales Manufacturing Corporation, 1541 Owen Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Joanne Takerian requesting the reinstallation of a "No Parking" sign in the front east side of Gales Manufacturing Corporation, 1541 Owen Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-18-17: Recommends that No Parking restrictions in front of the east side of Gales Manufacturing corporation, 1541 Owen Avenue, be re-installed. Further recommends that the cost associated with re-installation be charged to the requester. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $100.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $40.00.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
832-17 A Communication from the Alderwoman of the 15th District requesting stop signs on Carlton Drive and Charles Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 15th District requesting stop signs on Carlton Drive and Charles Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-18-17: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-18-17: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
833-17 A Communication from the Alderwoman of the 15th District requesting stop signs on Carlton Drive and Carter Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 15th District requesting stop signs on Carlton Drive and Carter Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-18-17: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-18-17: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
857-17 A Communication from the Alderwoman of the 6th District regarding the plea of residents on Golf Avenue, between Northwestern Avenue and Rapids Drive, that the City address their concerns with the speeding that occurs constantly on their street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 6th District regarding the plea of residents on Golf Avenue, between Northwestern Avenue and Rapids Drive, that the City address their concerns with the speeding that occurs constantly on their street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-18-17: Recommends that the Secretary of the Traffic Commission send a communication to the Chief of Police and Commissioner of Public Works to move the Radar Speed Feedback signs from Ohio Street near Lockwood Park to Golf Avenue between Northwestern Avenue and Rapids Drive. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this relocation will result in an installation cost of $500.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $40.00.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
878-17 A Subject: Communication from Alderwoman of the 2nd District wishing to discuss concerns of her constituents with the constant speeding on Park Avenue from 14th to 16th Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 2nd District wishing to discuss concerns of her constituents with the constant speeding on Park Avenue from 14th to 16th Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-18-17: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-20-17: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-18-17: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
842-17 A Subject: Communication from the Aldermen from the 5th and 6th Districts on August 24, 2017 requesting the development and implementation of a formal policy for citizen donations of park benches to parks and other public spaces.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen from the 5th and 6th Districts on August 24, 2017 requesting the development and implementation of a formal policy for citizen donations of park benches to parks and other public spaces. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services on September 13, 2017: To Receive and File the communication from the Aldermen from the 5th and 6th Districts on August 24, 2017 requesting the development and implementation of a formal policy for citizen donations of park benches to parks and other public spaces. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services on October 11, 2017: To defer the communication pending a proposal by the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services on November 8, 2017: To defer the communication pending a proposal by the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services on December 13, 2017: To defer the communication pending a pReferredPass Action details Video Video
843-17 A Communication from the Aldermen from the 5th and 6th Districts on August 24, 2017 requesting removal of vegetation, weeds, and invasive trees along the bike trail abutting the overlook area on 6th Street and the bike trails north of the Zoo at the lake frCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen from the 5th and 6th Districts on August 24, 2017 requesting removal of vegetation, weeds, and invasive trees along the bike trail abutting the overlook area on 6th Street and the bike trails north of the Zoo at the lake front. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on September 13, 2017: To Receive and File the communication from the Aldermen from the 5th and 6th Districts on August 24, 2017 requesting removal of vegetation, weeds, and invasive trees along the bike trail abutting the overlook area on 6th Street and the bike trails north of the Zoo at the lake front. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on October 11, 2017: To Receive and File the communication from the Aldermen from the 5th and 6th Districts on August 24, 2017 requesting removal of vegetation, weeds, and invasive trees along the bike trail abutting the overlook area on 6th Street and the bike trails north of the Zoo at the lake front. Fiscal Note: NAReferredPass Action details Video Video
855-17 A Communication from WE Energies on July 26, 2017 requesting 12 foot easement areas for underground distribution at N. Owen Davies Park, 1700 West Blvd., Racine WI 53403. (Res No. 0326-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from WE Energies on July 26, 2017 requesting 12 foot easement areas for underground distribution at N. Owen Davies Park, 1700 West Blvd., Racine WI 53403. (Res No. 0326-17) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Service on September 13, 2017: To approve the communication from WE Energies on July 26, 2017 requesting 12 foot easement areas for underground distribution at N. Owen Davies Park, 1700 West Blvd., Racine WI 53403. Fiscal Note: WE Energies will replant any trees needing removal and will grass seed easement areas.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
773-17 A claim of Jeffrey HouseClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jeffrey House for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/21/2017: That the claim of Jeffrey House be denied. Fiscal Note: N/ADeniedPass Action details Video Video
780-17 A TerraVenture Advisors contract for relocation services (Res. 0289-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to enter into a contract with TerraVenture Advisors for relocation services. (Res. 0289-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/21/2017: That the City Attorney be authorized to enter into a contract with TerraVenture Advisors for relocation services. Fiscal Note: The cost to contract with TerraVenture Advisors for relocation services will be an estimated $150,000. Funding sources are TID 18 and the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
782-17 A Communication from the City Administrator requesting that the Common Council and Mayor schedule and conduct a 2-day, Work Session Retreat using a professional facilitator, on Friday, November 10th, 2017, and Saturday, November 11th, 2017, at The Johnson FCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Administrator requesting that the Common Council and Mayor schedule and conduct a 2-day, Work Session Retreat using a professional facilitator, on Friday, November 10th, 2017, and Saturday, November 11th, 2017, at The Johnson Foundation at Wingspread. (Res. 0288-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/21/2017: To schedule and conduct a 2-day, off-site strategic planning Work Session of the Common Council on November 10th, 2017 and November 11th, 2017 at the Johnson Foundation at Wingspread Conference center; and to approve the transfer of $8,150.00 from the FY2017 Contingency Account to cover the professional facilitation thereof. Fiscal Note: $8,150 will be transfered from 11202-56200, Misc-Contingency to 11001-52100, Cncl-Professional Services.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
783-17 A accept gift from the Estate of Nickolas Willing (Res. 0290-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Attorney requesting authorization to accept a monetary gift from the Estate of Nickolas Willing for the purchase and maintenance of defibrillators for placement in public municipal facilities throughout the city, and that an appropriate letter of appreciation be sent. (Res. 0290-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/21/2017: That the City Attorney be authorized to accept a monetary gift from the Estate of Nickolas Willing for the purchase and maintenance of defibrillators for placement in public municipal facilities throughout the city, and that an appropriate letter of appreciation be sent. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
792-17 A TIF Assistance Policy and Application (Res. 0287-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of City Development requesting adoption of a Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Assistance Policy and a TIF Assistance application process. (Res. 0287-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/21/2017: To adopt the proposed policy and application and direct staff to implement the new policy effective on September 6, 2017. Fiscal Note: We propose a fee of 1% of total TIF Assistance Request for a maximum of $25,000 for “pay-as-you-go” requests and a fee of 1.5% of total TIF Assistance Requests for a maximum of $30,000 for projects that use loans or bonds. The increased fee for loans and bonds takes into account the extra work required by bond counsel and financial analysts.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
806-17 B Apply and Accept Wisconsin DNR 2018 Urban Forestry Grant Funds (Res. 0286-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting to apply & accept Wisconsin DNR 2018 Urban Forestry Grant funds in the amount of $12,000 for the purposes of hiring a consultant to perform tree ordinance review and revision (Grant Control #00140). (Res. 0286-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/21/2017: The Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services apply & accept Wisconsin DNR 2018 Urban Forestry Grant funds in the amount of $12,000 for the purposes of hiring a consultant to perform tree ordinance review and revision (Grant Control #00140). Fiscal Note: City match of $12,000 is required and available through 2018 CIP - Emerald Ash Borer Management Funds (Grant Control #00140)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
816-17 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Attorney requesting to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee in Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Statues section 19.85(1)(g), to confer with legal counsel concerning Wilson v. Smetana, et al., U.S.CommunicationSubject: (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 Wilson v. Smetana, et al., U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Case No. 16-CV-913. (Res. 0291-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 8/21/2017: To approve the settlement of Wilson v. Smetana, et al., U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Case No. 16-CV-913, in the amount of $7,000. $5,000 will be taken from 11202-53500, Misc-Judgements and Claims and $2,000 will be paid by Gunta Law Offices. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in account 11202-53500, Misc-Judgements and Claims for the settlement.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
785-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a comprehensive review/modification of alley maintenance policy.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a comprehensive review/modification of alley maintenance policy. Recommendation to the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: Refer this item to the Finance and Personnel Committee for alley maintenance funding consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11.27.2017: The communication be deferred until the Committee of the Whole has an opportunity to discuss and make a recommendation. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 06-19-2018: the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Not available
788-17 A Communication from Ed Miller, Executive Director of the Racine Revitalization Partnership, requesting permission to close Junction Avenue, from 1430 Junction Avenue to 1530 Junction Avenue, from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on September 30, 2017 for the TreasurCommunicationSubject: Communication from Ed Miller, Executive Director of the Racine Revitalization Partnership, requesting permission to close Junction Avenue, from 1430 Junction Avenue to 1530 Junction Avenue, from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on September 30, 2017 for the Treasures of Uptown event. (Res. 0294-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That permission be granted to the Racine Revitalization Partnership to close Junction Avenue, from 1430 Junction Avenue to 1530 Junction Avenue, from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on September 30, 2017 for the Treasures of Uptown event, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary TApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
791-17 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer giving an update to the scope for State Project ID: 1693-34-06/26/76, Lake Michigan Pathway - Phase 4.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer giving an update to the scope for State Project ID: 1693-34-06/26/76, Lake Michigan Pathway - Phase 4. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That the City Engineer pursue the implementation of the Alternate Route along Durand Avenue and that the communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
796-17 A Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street, for Party on the Pavement on SepCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street, for Party on the Pavement on September 23, 2017, from 12:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and a "Free Parking Day" in Downtown for this event. (Res. 0295-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street, on September 23, 2017, from 12:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. for Party on the Pavement with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of thAmended  Action details Video Video
796-17 A Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street, for Party on the Pavement on SepCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street, for Party on the Pavement on September 23, 2017, from 12:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and a "Free Parking Day" in Downtown for this event. (Res. 0295-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street, on September 23, 2017, from 12:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. for Party on the Pavement with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of thAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
804-17 A Communication from the Alderwoman of the 6th District, on behalf of the property owners on Eaton Lane, petitioning that the bituminous paving be deleted from Resolution 0195-17. (Res. 0344-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderwoman of the 6th District, on behalf of the property owners on Eaton Lane, petitioning that the bituminous paving be deleted from Resolution 0195-17. (Res. 0344-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That Resolution 0195-17, created June 6, 2017, be amended to delete: Bituminous Concrete Paving Eaton Lane - Rapids Drive to Cul-De-Sac And, as amended, Resolution 0195-17, created June 6, 2017, be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
807-17 A Communication from Mya Phillips-Robinson, Asst. Pastor/Director of Outreach, on behalf of Christ Community Church, requesting permission to close Holmes Avenue from 16th Street to 17th Street on September 23, 2017, from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. for a commuCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Mya Phillips-Robinson, Asst. Pastor/Director of Outreach, on behalf of Christ Community Church, requesting permission to close Holmes Avenue from 16th Street to 17th Street on September 23, 2017, from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. for a community festival/celebration. (Res. 0296-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That permission be granted to Christ Community Church to close Holmes Avenue from 16th Street to 17th Street, on September 23, 2017, from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. for a community festival/celebration with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary TrafficApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
836-17 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Official Notice No. 15-2017 RBF, Dock & Piling Removal in Root River. (Res. 0292-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting bid results on Official Notice No. 15-2017 RBF, Dock and Pile Removal in Root River. (Res. 0292-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Veit & Company, Inc., for the Dock & Piling Removal in Root River, Official Notice No. 15-2017 RBF for the amount of $191,975.00 for extraction. The City will retain the pricing option for the cut off method with the understanding that not all piling will be able to be removed with the extraction method. Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 45260-57110, and that the funds be approved in the amount of $191,975.00 from the land improvements account, funded by I.G. Funds.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
838-17 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting authorization to negotiate a Professional Services agreement with FGM Architects for the Police and Fire Department Facilities Program Study, Official Notice No. 10-2017. (Res. 0293-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting authorization to negotiate a Professional Services agreement with FGM Architects for the Police and Fire Departments Facilities Programming Study, Official Notice No. 10-2017. (Res. 0293-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate a Professional Services agreement with FGM Architects for the Police and Fire Departments Facilities Programming Study, Official Notice No. 10-2017, for the not-to-exceed amount of $45,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 45031-57200, Pd-Building Improvements Safety Building Facility Study.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
844-17 A Communication from the Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main St.) requesting permission to close High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on September 16, 2017 for a fundraiser. (Res. 0297-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main St.) requesting permission to close High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on September 16, 2017 for a fundraiser. (Res. 0297-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: That permission be granted to The Rhino Bar to close High Street from Main Street to Chatham Street from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on September 16, 2017, in conjunction with a fundraising event, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. G. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary TraffApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
725-17 A Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Plush Sports Bar and Lounge, located at 509 Sixth Street, Tamara Young, Agent. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Plush Sports Bar and Lounge, located at 509 Sixth Street, Tamara Young, Agent. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-08-17: That the application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Plush Sports Bar and Lounge, located at 509 Sixth Street, Tamara Young, Agent be deferred for two weeks in order for Ms. Young to provide more detail regarding her plans for the establishment. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-22-17: That the application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Plush Sports Bar and Lounge, located at 509 Sixth Street, Tamara Young, Agent be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
787-17 A [Direct Referral] Application of Aldi, Inc. (Aldi #28), Tracy L. Brewer, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3110 Douglas Avenue. (7th District)CommunicationSubject: [Direct Referral] Application of Aldi, Inc. (Aldi #28), Tracy L. Brewer, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3110 Douglas Avenue. (7th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-22-17: That the application of Aldi, Inc. (Aldi #28), Tracy L. Brewer, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 3110 Douglas Avenue be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
37-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 8th District, requesting to add a right-turn only lane to the northwest lane of Memorial Drive and West Sixth Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 8th District, requesting to add a right-turn only lane to the northwest lane of Memorial Drive and West Sixth Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 02-20-17: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 03-20-17: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 08-21-17: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Common Council on 09-05-17: Recommends that the request to install a mandatory right turn lane on North Memorial Drive, southbound, to West Sixth Street, westbound, be granted. Further recommends that Section 94-94, Mandatory right turns, be amended to include: The operator of a vehicle proceeding southerly on North Memorial Drive and approaching West Sixth Street in the lane furthest to the right shall turn right onto West Sixth Street and shall not proceed in any other direction. Fiscal Note: There is an estimated cost of $1,000 to sign and mark pavement to implement this change.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
350-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting to discuss a 4-way stop at the intersection of Carlisle Avenue and Goold Street.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District, on behalf of Diane Talamantez, requesting to discuss a 4-way stop at the intersection of Carlisle Avenue and Goold Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-15-17: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 08-21-17: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Common Council on 09-05-17: Recommends four-way stop control be installed at the intersection of Carlisle Avenue and Goold Street. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
779-17 A Communication from Alderwoman Jones, on behalf of Mie Neumann, requesting parking restriction signs installed at the Lumin Schools Renaissance School - 1510 Villa Street.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Alderwoman Jones, on behalf of Mie Neumann, requesting parking restriction signs installed at the Lumin Schools Renaissance School - 1510 Villa Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 08-21-17: Recommends that the request to install no parking, loading zone from 7:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., on any school day in front of 1510 Villa Street be approved. Further recommends that Schedule F of Section 94-141 be amended to create "No parking, loading zone from 7:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on any school day". Further recommends that this new section be amended to include: 1. Villa Street, west side, from 15th Street south 300 feet. 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 PresentedPass Action details Video Video
846-17 A (Res. 0299-17)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Christopher Mack of Lost Soul Studio seeking a condtional use permit to operate a tattoo studio at 611 Sixth Street. (PC-17) (Res. 0299-17) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-30-17: That the request from Christopher Mack of Lost Soul Studio for a conditional use permit to operate a tattoo studio at 611 Sixth Street be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
847-17 A (ZOrd. 0006-17)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Todd Weik of CBC Engineers, representing Racine Lutheran High School, seeking a rezoning from R-3 General Residence District with a Floodplain Overlay District to R-3 General Residence District for adjustment/correction to the 100-year floodplain boundary for a portion of the property at 251 Luedtke Avenue. (PC-17) (ZOrd. 0006-17) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-30-17: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing before the Common Council scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
848-17 A CU 613 Sixth Street (Res. 0300-17)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from James Wasley and Pamela Schermer seeking a Conditional Use Permit for a ground floor residence and artist's work space at 613 Sixth Street. (PC-17) (Res. 0300-17) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 8-30-17: That the request from James Wasley and Pamela Schermer for a Conditional Use Permit for ground floor residence and artist's work space at 613 Sixth Street be approved, subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
768-17 A (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Maurice Williams to purchase 1437 Owen Avenue. (Res. 0281-17)ApplicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request of the Director of City Development to accept the offer of Maurice Williams to purchase 1437 Owen Avenue. (Res. 0281-17) Recomendation of the Loan Board of Review on August 10, 2017: to approve the offer to purchase 1437 Owen Avenue, with contingencies, by Maurice Williams. Fiscal Note: The City will receive $119,000 in proceeds minus commissions and closing costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
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)CommunicationSubject: 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 aAmendedPass Action details Video Video
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)CommunicationSubject: 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 aAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
660-17 A yard waste collection system (Res. 0343-17)CommunicationSubject: 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. Fiscal Note: The eDeferredPass Action details Not available
845-17 A Committee AppointmentCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Wiser, nominating appointments to complete terms in the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Appoint Jim DeMatthew, 2908 Chatham St, Racine, 53402, to the Redevelopment Authority to complete the term left vacant by Greg Helding, expiring April 1, 2020; Appoint Charlie French, 1412 N. Wisconsin Ave, Racine, 53403, to the Traffic Commission to complete the term left vacant by Laurie Kell, expiring May 1, 2020.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
822-17 B Comfort Resolution - Water Distribution System Expansion (Res No. 0302-17)CommunicationSubject: Comfort Resolution regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse for Racine Water Distribution System Expansion Project. (Res No. 0302-17) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 8/29/17: That Mayor Wiser and the City Clerk be authorized to sign a resolution relating to expenditure of funds for a possible Racine water distribution system expansion project. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign a resolution relating to expenditure of funds for a possible Racine water distribution system expansion project. Fiscal Note: The Water Utility to reimburse expenditures with proceeds of a future Safe Drinking Water Loan (SDWL).Referred  Action details Video Video
823-17 A Authorize GM to File Applications w/State for Financial Assistant (Res No. 0303-17)CommunicationSubject: Authorize the General Manager to File Applications for Financial Assistance from State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund (Res No. 0303-17) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 8/29/17: That the General Manager be authorized to file application for financial assistance from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: That the General Manager of the Racine Water Utility be authorized to file application for financial assistance from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Fiscal Note: This action authorizes the Water Utility General Manager to submit a loan application to the State for a low-interest safe drinking water loan for upcoming work. The Water Utility is responsible for all costs related to this activity.Referred  Action details Video Video
835-17 A Mt. Pleasant, City & Water Utility Agrmt - Diversion Application (Res No. 0304-17)CommunicationSubject: Inter-municipal Agreement between the Village of Mt. Pleasant, City of Racine and the Racine Water Utility with regard to the diversion application (Res No. 0304-17) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 8/29/17: To authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into an inter-municipal agreement between the Village of Mt. Pleasant, City of Racine and the Racine Water Utility regarding a diversion application. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: To Authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into an inter-municipal agreement between the Village of Mt. Pleasant, City of Racine and the Racine Water Utility regarding a diversion application. Fiscal Note: No cost to the City of Racine.Referred  Action details Video Video
827-17 A Comfort Resolution - WWTP Expansion (Res No. 0305-17)CommunicationSubject: Comfort Resolution regarding Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse for Racine Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion (Res No. 0305-17) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 8/29/17: The Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign a resolution relating to future reimbursement for expenditure of funds for Racine Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion project. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: The Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign a resolution relating to future reimbursement for expenditure of funds for Racine Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion project. Fiscal Note: The Wastewater Utility to reimburse expenditures with proceeds of the Clean Water Fund Loan Program (CWFLP).Referred  Action details Video Video
828-17 A Authorize GM - File Applications for Financial Assist. from State (Res No. 0306-17)CommunicationSubject: Authorize the General Manager to File Applications for Financial Assistance from State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund (Res No. 0306-17) Recommendation of the Wastewater Commission on 8/29/17: That the General Manager be authorized to file application for financial assistance from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: That the General Manager of the Racine Wastewater Utility be authorized to file application for financial assistance from the State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Fiscal Note: This action authorizes the Wastewater Utility General Manager to submit a loan application to the State for a low-interest clean water fund loan for upcoming work and act as the authorizing agent. The Wastewater Utility is responsible for all costs related to this activity.Referred  Action details Video Video
732-17 A Historic Preservation Plan (Res No. 0298-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results from Official Notice #12-2017, RFP for Heritage Preservation Plan: Inventory of existing and potential historical sites, properties, districts and legacies and an action plan for their stewardship and celebration. (Res No. 0298-17) Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 8-14-17: That the sole bidder, The Lakota Group, found to be qualified and responsive to the Request for Proposals be selected to prepare the City of Racine's Heritage Preservation Plan. Further that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a contractual agreement with The Lakota Group. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 9/11/2017: That the sole bidder, The Lakota Group, found to be qualified and responsive to the Request for Proposals be selected to prepare the City of Racine's Heritage Preservation Plan. Further that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a contractual agreement with The Lakota Group. Fiscal Note: The Lakota Group has quoted $29,977.00 as the total budgetReferred  Action details Video Video
Res.0281-17 A 1437 Owen AvenueResolution1437 Owen Avenue Resolved, that the offer to purchase 1437 Owen Avenue, with contingencies, by Maurice Williams is approved. Further resolved, that the Mayor, The City Clerk, and the Director of City Development are authorized to execute any documents necessary to complete the sale. Fiscal Note: The City will receive $119,000.00 in proceeds less commissions and closing costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0287-17 A Tax Increment Finance (TIF)ResolutionTax Increment Finance (TIF) Resolved, that adopting the proposed Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Assistance Policy and a TIF Assistance application and the new policy effective on September 6, 2017 is approved. Fiscal Note: There will be a fee of 1% of total TIF Assistance Request for a maximum of $25,000.00 for “pay-as-you-go” requests and a fee of 1.5% of total TIF Assistance Requests for a maximum of $30,000.00 for projects that use loans or bonds. The increased fee for loans and bonds takes into account the extra work required by bond counsel and financial analysts.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0288-17 A Work Session Retreat - November 10, 2017 & November 11, 2017ResolutionWork Session Retreat - November 10, 2017 & November 11, 2017 Resolved, that scheduling and conducting a 2-day, off-site strategic planning Work Session of the Common Council on November 10, 2017 and November 11, 2017 at the Johnson Foundation at Wingspread Conference Center and the transfer of $8,150.00 from the FY2017 Contingency Account to cover the professional facilitation thereof is approved. Fiscal Note: $8,150.00 will be transfered from 11202-56200, Misc-Contingency to 11001-52100, Cncl-Professional Services.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0289-17 A TerraVenture AdvisorsResolutionTerraVenture Advisors Resolved, that the City Attorney is approved to enter into a contract with TerraVenture Advisors for relocation services. Fiscal Note: The cost to contract with TerraVenture Advisors for relocation services will be an estimated $150,000.00. Funding sources are TID 18 and the Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0290-17 A Estate of Nickolas Willing GiftResolutionEstate of Nickolas Willing Gift Resolved, that authorization is approved to accept a monetary gift from the Estate of Nickolas Willing for the purchase and maintenance of defibrillators to be placed in public municipal facilities throughout the city and appropriate letter of appreciation be sent. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0291-17 A Wilson v. Smetana, et al., Case No. 16-CV-913ResolutionWilson v. Smetana, Case No. 16-CV-913 Resolved, that the settlement of Wilson v. Smetana, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Case No. 16-CV-913, in the amount of $7,000.00 is approved. Fiscal Note: $5,000.00 will be taken from 11202-53500, Misc-Judgments and Claims and $2,000.00 will be paid by Gunta Law Offices. There are sufficient funds available in account 11202-53500, Misc-Judgments and Claims for the settlement.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0293-17 A Police and Fire Departments Facilities Programming Study, Official Notice No. 10-2017ResolutionPolice and Fire Departments Facilities Programming Study, Official Notice No. 10-2017 Resolved, that the purchasing agent is approved and directed to negotiate a professional services agreement with FGM Architects for the Police and Fire Departments Facilities Programming Study, Official Notice No. 10-2017, for the not-to-exceed amount of $45,000.00. Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 45031-57200, Pd-Building Improvements Safety Building Facility Study.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Ord.005-17 A Treasures of UptownResolutionTreasures of Uptown Resolved, that permission is granted to the Racine Revitalization Partnership to close Junction Avenue, from 1430 Junction Avenue to 1530 Junction Avenue, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on September 30, 2017 for the Treasures of Uptown event, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners 72 hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs. G. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all state connecting highways, arterial and collector streets to the City Engineer for approval. H. If required, sponsorApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0296-17 A Christ Community Church - Community Festival/CelebrationResolutionChrist Community Church - Community Festival/Celebration Resolved, that permission is granted to Christ Community Church to close Holmes Avenue from 16th Street to 17th Street, on September 23, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a community festival/celebration 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. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs. G. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State connecting highways, arterial and collector streets to the City Engineer for approval. H. If required, spApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0297-17 A Rhino Bar FundraiserResolutionRhino Bar Fundraiser Resolved, that permission is granted to The Rhino Bar to close High Street from Main Street to Chatham Street from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on September 16, 2017, in conjunction with a fundraising event, with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners 72 hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. No alcoholic beverages will be sold and/or dispensed within the street right-of-way. G. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs. H. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State connecting highways, arterial and collector streets to the Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0299-17 A Tatoo Shop at 611 Sixth StreetResolutionTattoo Shop at 611 Sixth Street Resolved, that the request from Christopher Mack seeking a conditional use permit to operate a tattoo shop at 611 Sixth Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 30, 2017 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all license requirements from the State of Wisconsin and City of Racine be obtained, complied with, and kept current at all times. c. That all sharps or other equipment used in administering tattoos shall be disposed of in accordance with State and local regulations. d. That no loitering in or around the building shall be permitted. e. That the hours of operation shall be 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday thru Saturday and noon - 5 p.m. on Sunday. f. That all signs shall be professionally made and comply with all zoning ordinance requirements, and be approved by the Downtown Area Design Review Commission prior to issuance of a sign permit. g. That all codes and ordinances are complied with and required permits acquired. h. That no minor changApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0300-17 A Ground Floor Residence and Artist Work Space at 613 Sixth StreetResolutionGround Floor Residence and Artist Work Space at 613 Sixth Street Resolved, that the request from James Wasley and Pamela Schermer seeking a conditional use permit to allow for a residence and artist works pace on the first floor at 613 Sixth Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on August 30, 2017 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all license requirements from the State of Wisconsin and City of Racine be obtained, complied with, and kept current at all times. c. That the hours of operation shall be by appointment and for special events. d. That all signs shall be professionally made and comply with all zoning ordinance requirements, and be approved by the Downtown Area Design Review Commission prior to issuance of a sign permit. e. That all codes and ordinances are complied with and required permits acquired. f. That no minor changes be made from the conditions of this permit without approval of the Plan Commission, and no major changes be made from the conditions Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0285-17 A $11,800,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes and $11,800,000 Note Anticipation NotesResolution$11,800,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes and $11,800,000 Note Anticipation Notes Resolved, that the issuance of $11,800,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes and the issuance and sale of $11,800,000 Note Anticipation Notes in anticipation thereof is approved. WHEREAS, the Common Council hereby finds and determines that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City of Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin (the "City") to raise funds for public purposes, including paying the cost of various capital improvement and acquisition projects set forth in the City's Capital Improvement Plan and acquisition of municipal equipment (the "Project"); WHEREAS, the Common Council hereby finds and determines that the Project is within the City's power to undertake and therefore serves a "public purpose" as that term is defined in Section 67.04(1)(b), Wisconsin Statutes; WHEREAS, cities are authorized by the provisions of Chapter 67, Wisconsin Statutes, to borrow money and issue general obligation promissory notes for such public purposes; WHEREAS, it is the findAdoptedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0286-17 A Wisconsin DNR 2018 Urban Forestry GrantResolutionWisconsin DNR 2018 Urban Forestry Grant Resolved, that Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services is approved to apply & accept Wisconsin DNR 2018 Urban Forestry Grant funds in the amount of $12,000 for the purposes of hiring a consultant to perform tree ordinance review and revision (Grant Control #00140). Fiscal Note: City match of $12,000 is required and available through 2018 CIP - Emerald Ash Borer Management Funds (Grant Control #00140).AdoptedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0292-17 A Official Notice No. 15-2017 RBF, Dock and Pile Removal in Root RiverResolutionOfficial Notice No. 15-2017 RBF, Dock and Pile Removal in Root River Resoved, that the purchasing agent is approved and directed to negotiate with Veit & Company, Inc., for the Dock & Piling Removal in Root River, Official Notice No. 15-2017 RBF for the amount of $191,975.00 for extraction. The City will retain the pricing option for the cut off method with the understanding that not all piling will be able to be removed with the extraction method. Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 45260-57110, and that the funds be approved in the amount of $191,975.00 from the land improvements account, funded by I.G. Funds.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0295-17 A Party on the PavementResolutionParty on the Pavement Resolved, that permission is granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, 6th Street from Lake Avenue to Grand Avenue, and Wisconsin Avenue from 4th Street to 7th Street, on September 23, 2017, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for Party on the Pavement with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners 72 hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $900.00 special event fee. F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval and providing and removing all temporary traffic control devices and detour signs. G. If required, sponsor shall provide a detour plan for the closure of all State connecting highways, arterial and collector streets to the City EngAdoptedPass Action details Video Video
Ord.0012-17 A Ordinance 0012-17 - To repeal and recreate Chapter 22, Article XVII. - HAWKERS AND PEDDLERSOrdinanceOrdinance 0012-17 - To repeal and recreate Chapter 22, Article XVII. - HAWKERS AND PEDDLERS The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: To amend the title of Chapter 22, Article XVII. - Hawkers and Peddlers to read “STREET VENDORS”. Part 2: To amend the first paragraph of Sec. 22-531. - Street vendor’s license - Required by adding the words “, otherwise known as a hawker or peddler license” after the words “without first obtaining a street vendor license”. Part 3: To amend the fourth paragraph of Sec. 22-531.- Street vendor’s license - Required by adding the words “for each cart, tent, trailer, wagon, stand, motor vehicle or other substitute for a building” after the words “shall be required to have a street vendor license”. Part 4: To repeal and replace Sec. 22-532. - Same- Application to read: “(a) Application for such permit shall be made upon prescribed forms to the city clerk at least 14 days prior to the sale of any goods or services from a hawker or peddler. (b) The application for a street vendor license shall include a Referred  Action details Not available
Ord.0013-17 A Ordinance 0013-17 - Amending Chapter 50 - FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTIONOrdinanceOrdinance 0013-17 - Amending Chapter 50 - FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: To amend Sec. 50-1. - Applicability by repealing the word "Uniform" and replacing it with the word “Wisconsin”. Part 2: To amend Sec. 50-36. - Investigating suspicious fires by repealing both instances of the word “suspicious” in the title and body of the text, and replace it with the word “undetermined”. Part 3: To amend Sec. 50-86. - Codes and standards adopted by adding the words “latest version of the” after the words “Those portions of the”; adding the words “(NFPA) and adopted by the State” after the words “National Fire Protection Association”; and adding the words “and herein referenced as NFPA” after the words “as part of this article”. Part 4: To repeal and replace Sec. 50-87. - Statutory provision adopted with the following: “Wisconsin Administrative Code, Department of Safety and Professional Services chapter 314 inclusive, are hereby adopted by reference as if fully set forth in this article. Any future amendmenReferred  Action details Not available
Ord.0014-17 A Ordinance 0014-17 - To repeal and recreate Chapter 66, Article XIX. - FIREWORKSOrdinanceOrdinance 0014-17 - To repeal and recreate Chapter 66, Article XIX. - FIREWORKS The Common Council of the City of Racine do ordain as follows: Part 1: To amend the cross reference in Article XIX. - Fireworks to delete the words “gunpowder, explosives and flammable and combustible liquids, § 50-126” and replace it “open flames and burning, § 50-261”. Part 2: To amend subsection (2)(g) in Sec. 66-516. - Fireworks defined to add the letter “g” to “1.4” so that it reads “1.4g” Part 3: To amend subsection (b)(5) in Sec. 66-517. - Sale and possession of fireworks prohibited to delete “167.10(3)1-6” and replace it with “167.10(3)(b)1-7”. Part 4: To amend subsection (b)(7) in Sec. 66-517. - Sale and possession of fireworks prohibited to change “66-516(a)(2)” to read “66-516(2)”. Part 5: To repeal and replace subsection (a) in Sec. 66-518. - Pyrotechnic display permits to read “Upon obtaining a permit pursuant to section 50-125 of this Code, a person or entity may display fireworks or pyrotechnics within the provisions of this Article.” Part 6: To amend subsection (Referred  Action details Not available
Ord.0015-17 A Ordinance 0015-17 - An Ordinance to repeal and recreate Chapter 66, Article XXIX. – Nuisance Properties of the Code of Ordinances.OrdinanceOrdinance 0015-17 An Ordinance to repeal and recreate Chapter 66, Article XXIX. - Nuisance Properties of the Code of Ordinances. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: Part 1: To repeal and recreate sections 66-1001 through 66-1003 of Article XXIX of Chapter 66 to read as follows: “Sec. 66-1001. - Definitions. Chief of police means the City of Racine Chief of Police or his or her designee. Chronic nuisance premises means a premises that has generated at least three or more responses from the police department for public nuisance activities within a ninety day period, whether or not an arrest was made. A police response shall be counted against the premises if the call was in response to a public nuisance activity occurring at or within 200 feet of the premises by a person associated with the premises. City means the City of Racine in the State of Wisconsin. Occupant means any person other than the owner who is in actual or constructive possession of a premises, including but not limited to any occupant or licensee of the premReferred  Action details Not available
ZOrd.0006-17 A ZOrd. 06-17 - An Ordinance Rezoning 251 Luetke Avenue - Lutheran HighZoning OrdinanceZOrd. 06-17 An Ordinance rezoning a portion of the property located at 251 Luedtke Avenue. 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 a portion of the property located at 251 Luedtke Avenue, and more particularly described as follows: Block 1 of the Liebenow Subdivision and the adjacent parcel described in Volume 931, Page 672, and the adjacent vacated Robert Avenue, and the adjacent vacated Mary Avenue, all being part of the Southwest ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 4, Township 3 North, Range 23 East, in the City of Racine, County of Racine and State of Wisconsin, with excepted lands to be rezoned being described as follow: Begin at the point of intersection of the north right-of-way line of the Glen Street and the East right-of-way line of Luedtke Avenue, proceed northerly along the East right-of-way line of Luedtke Avenue (N 01-55-19 W) for a distance of 503 feet to the point of beginning of the area to be rezoned, then continue north along the East rightReferred  Action details Not available