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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 1/17/2017 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall, Room 205
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32-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District recommending that the Common Council name members of the Civic Centre Contract Ad Hoc Committee based on communications of interest by any Alderman to the Council President.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District recommending that the Common Council name members of the Civic Centre Contract Ad Hoc Committee based on communications of interest by any Alderman to the Council President.to suspend the Rules of CouncilPass Action details Video Video
32-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District recommending that the Common Council name members of the Civic Centre Contract Ad Hoc Committee based on communications of interest by any Alderman to the Council President.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District recommending that the Common Council name members of the Civic Centre Contract Ad Hoc Committee based on communications of interest by any Alderman to the Council President.AmendedPass Action details Video Video
32-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District recommending that the Common Council name members of the Civic Centre Contract Ad Hoc Committee based on communications of interest by any Alderman to the Council President.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District recommending that the Common Council name members of the Civic Centre Contract Ad Hoc Committee based on communications of interest by any Alderman to the Council President.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
32-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District recommending that the Common Council name members of the Civic Centre Contract Ad Hoc Committee based on communications of interest by any Alderman to the Council President.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District recommending that the Common Council name members of the Civic Centre Contract Ad Hoc Committee based on communications of interest by any Alderman to the Council President.RescindPass Action details Video Video
5-17 A Communication from the Department of City Development requesting to accept an $8,000.00 grant from Associated Bank to be used for fair lending education. (Res No. 0023-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Department of City Development requesting to accept an $8,000.00 grant from Associated Bank to be used for fair lending education. (Res No. 0023-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: The Mayor, City Clerk, and Director of City Development be authorized to accept a $8,000 in grant funds from Associated Bank, N.A. to be used in 2017 for fair lending education in accordance with a written grant agreement. Fiscal Note: No matching funds are required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
17-17 A Communication from the City Administrator forwarding the request of Fischer USA, Inc. to purchase City park land to enable the expansion of its Racine plant, to the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services with a joint referral to Finance and PeCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Administrator forwarding the request of Fischer USA, Inc. to purchase City park land to enable the expansion of its Racine plant. (Res No. 0049-17) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2/8/17: To approve Fischer USA Inc.'s offer to purchase 32,760 SF of Pierce Woods Park to allow for the expansion of their facility. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement allowing Fischer USA to purchase 32,760 sq. ft. of land in Pierce Woods Park subject to conditions at a purchase price of $40,000.00. Further recommend that Fischer USA be allowed to purchase an exclusive ten year option for $1,000.00 on an additional 32,760 sq. ft. parcel at a price to be negotiated should they choose to exercise the option. Further recommend that proceeds from the sale of the land be fully allocated to supplement the budget for citywide tree replacements. Fiscal Note: The $40,000.00 proceeds from the property sale will be used exclusively to supplemApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
17-17 A Communication from the City Administrator forwarding the request of Fischer USA, Inc. to purchase City park land to enable the expansion of its Racine plant, to the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services with a joint referral to Finance and PeCommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Administrator forwarding the request of Fischer USA, Inc. to purchase City park land to enable the expansion of its Racine plant. (Res No. 0049-17) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2/8/17: To approve Fischer USA Inc.'s offer to purchase 32,760 SF of Pierce Woods Park to allow for the expansion of their facility. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/13/17: Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement allowing Fischer USA to purchase 32,760 sq. ft. of land in Pierce Woods Park subject to conditions at a purchase price of $40,000.00. Further recommend that Fischer USA be allowed to purchase an exclusive ten year option for $1,000.00 on an additional 32,760 sq. ft. parcel at a price to be negotiated should they choose to exercise the option. Further recommend that proceeds from the sale of the land be fully allocated to supplement the budget for citywide tree replacements. Fiscal Note: The $40,000.00 proceeds from the property sale will be used exclusively to supplemApproved as Presented  Action details Not available
19-17 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding in the amount of $11,096 from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public Health Services for Preventive HeaCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding in the amount of $11,096 from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public Health Services for Preventive Health and Health Services (PHHS). (Res No. 0019-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: Recommend that the Mayor and City Clerk enter into a Contract Agreement to accept funding in the amount of $11,096 from the State of Wisconsin represented by its Division of Public Health Services for Preventive Health and Health Services (PHHS). Fiscal Note: There is no match required of the City. Grant #00122.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
20-17 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding in the amount of $102,713 from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments PCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding in the amount of $102,713 from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs, Well Woman program. (Res No. 0020-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: Recommend that the Mayor and City Clerk enter into a Contract Agreement to accept funding in the amount of $102,713 from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs, Well Woman program. Fiscal Note: There is no match required of the City. Grant #00109 and #00123.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
21-17 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a grant agreement and accept funding from the Fund For Lake Michigan at the Greater Milwaukee Foundation in the amount of $48,167 for North Beach. (Res No. 0021-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a grant agreement and accept funding from the Fund For Lake Michigan at the Greater Milwaukee Foundation in the amount of $48,167 for North Beach. (Res No. 0021-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: Recommend that the Mayor and City Clerk enter into a Contract Agreement to accept funding from the Fund for Lake Michigan at the Greater Milwaukee Foundation in the amount of $48,167 for North Beach. Fiscal Note: There is no match required of the City. Grant Control #00121.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
22-17 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding in the amount of $110,705 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance ConsolidCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding in the amount of $110,705 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs. (Res No. 0022-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: Recommend that the Mayor and City Clerk enter into a Contract Agreement to accept funding for $110,705 from the Department of Health Services for the Local Public Health Departments Performance Consolidated Programs. Fiscal Note: There is a soft match of 75% required of the City for Maternal Child Healthcare. Grant Control #00124, #00125, #00126.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
27-17 A Communication from the Director of PRCS requesting final payment on contract 2016005, Ball Diamond Lighting Replacement at Lincoln Park (Res No. 0017-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of PRCS requesting final payment be made in the amount of $32,621.10 on contract #2016005, Ball Diamond Lighting Replacement at Lincoln Park. (Res No. 0017-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: Recommend final payment be made in the amount of $32,621.10 on contract #2016005, Ball Diamond Lighting Replacement at Lincoln Park, for a total contract amount of $326,211.00. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 45050 57110.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
28-17 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the results of Official Notice #18-2016, Request for Proposals, North Beach Master Plan. (Res No. 0018-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent requesting to discuss the results of Official Notice #18-2016, Request for Proposals, North Beach Master Plan. (Res No. 0018-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: Permission be granted to the Purchasing Agent to negotiate and enter into a contract with Smith group JJR for the provision of a north beach master plan. Fiscal Note: Funds for this expenditure are available in 45050 57100, the amount of the total proposed contract is $49,400.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0001-17 A Amendment No. 2 to the Three-Party design contract between the City of Racine, WisDOT and Strand Associates, Inc. for State Project ID: 2260-07-00, Durand Avenue (STH 11) from Kentucky Street to Kearney Avenue. (Res No. 0035-17)CommunicationSubject: Amendment No. 2 to the Three-Party design contract between the City of Racine, WisDOT and Strand Associates, Inc. for State Project ID: 2260-07-00, Durand Avenue (STH 11) from Kentucky Street to Kearney Avenue. (Res No. 0035-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-31-17: That Amendment No. 2 to the Three-Party design contract between the City of Racine, State of Wisconsin and Strand Associates, Inc. for State Project ID: 2260-07-00, Durand Avenue (STH 11) - Kentucky Street to Kearney Avenue, as submitted, be approved. Fiscal Note: Amendment No. 2 is in the not-to-exceed amount of $57,988.84 with the City’s share being $11,597.77 (20%), and the State’s share being $46,391.07 (80%), bringing the total contract amount to $1,223,002.92. Funding to defray the cost of this amendment be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57500, Durand Avenue - Kentucky Street to Kearney Avenue.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
13-17 A Proposal for Contract 20170004, PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, R.A. Smith National, consultant. (Res No. 0029-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a proposal for Contract 20170004, PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, R.A. Smith National, consultant. (Res No. 0029-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-31-17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into a professional services agreement with R.A. Smith National, on Contract 20170004, PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, in the not-to-exceed amount of $52,900.00. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of these professional services be appropriated from Org-Object 60383-57200, Parking System-Building Improvements. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
24-17 A Communication from Jerry Hooyman (3900 Wilshire Dr.) requesting to discuss Vidian-Cheska Park grass cutting.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Jerry Hooyman (3900 Wilshire Dr.) requesting to discuss Vidian-Cheska Park grass cutting. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-31-17: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
14-17 A Communication from Jess Furlough & Brenda Thomas, Co-Chairs - Starving Artist Outdoor Fair, requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs and requesting parking restrictions in conjunction with the Starving Artist Outdoor Fair, on Sunday, August 6, 2CommunicationSubject: Communication from Jess Furlough & Brenda Thomas, Co-Chairs - Starving Artist Outdoor Fair, requesting the use of "Temporary No Parking" signs and requesting parking restrictions in conjunction with the Starving Artist Outdoor Fair, on Sunday, August 6, 2017. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 02-20-17: Recommends that the request to use Temporary No Parking signs on the east side of S. Main Street between 10th and 11th Streets on August 6, 2017, between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. be granted. Further recommends that the request to waive the "No Parking Any Time" restriction on 10th and 11th Streets before 9:00 A.M. and from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. on August 6, 2017, in connection with the Starving Artists Outdoor Art Fair, be granted. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
29-17 A Communication from the Public Works Street Superintendent requesting seasonal restrictions on West High Street for snow removal.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Works Street Superintendent requesting seasonal restrictions on West High Street for snow removal. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 02-20-17: Recommends that the request to place seasonal parking restrictions for snow and ice operations on the north side of West High Street, from Owen Street to 90 feet east of Orange Street be granted. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.ReferredPass 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.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
16-17 A Ald. of the 6th District requesting an update on the proposed ArenaCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 6th District to the Common Council requesting to convene a Committee of the Whole within the next 30 days to receive an update on the proposed Arena from the Administration. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 02-20-2017: the Item be Received and Filed. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
26-17 B Communication from M. Kaprelian-Becker & 21st Century Prep requesting to paint a mural at the REC (Res No. 0105-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from Melissa Kaprelian-Becker on behalf of 21st Century Preparatory School requesting approval to paint an educational mural on the pavement near the canoe launch at the Root River Environmental Community Center. (Res No. 0105-17) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2/8/17: To defer. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: To approve 21st Century Preparatory School's request to paint a mural on the pavement near the canoe launch at the Root River Environmental Center. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
30-17 B Communication from Robert & Diane Anderson to exclusively use Carre Hogle Park June 23, 2017 through June 25, 2017 for a wedding ceremony and receptionCommunicationSubject: Communication from Robert and Diane Anderson to obtain permits and permissions to exclusively use Carre Hogle Park from Friday, June 23, 2017 through Sunday, June 25, 2017 for a wedding ceremony and reception. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2/8/17: To receive and file the withdrawn request. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1051-16 A Communication requesting $5,000 grant funds from Real Racine for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament (Res No. 0001-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to apply and accept $5,000.00 in grant funds from Real Racine to be used towards the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament. A dollar for dollar match is required. Grant Control# 00118. (Res No. 0001-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/9/17: The Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services be allowed to apply for and accept a $5,000.00 grant from Real Racine to be used towards the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament. Fiscal Note: This grant requires a dollar for dollar match. Funds are available in account 20608 53200 50022, Community Center Program Work Supplies. Grant #00118.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1095-16 A Subject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #20-2016, Billing for Emergency Medical Services. (Res No. 0002-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bid results on Official Notice #20-2016, Billing for Emergency Medical Services. (Res No. 0002-17) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/9/17: Billing for Emergency Medical Services be awarded to LifeQuest Services for a three year term to begin on March 1, 2017 with an option of a one two-year extension. Fiscal Note: Funds are available for this service in 13001 52110 Fire-Ambulance Billing Service.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1105-16 A Final Payment on Contract 20160033, City Hall Tuckpointing, Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 0005-17)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20160033, City Hall Tuckpointing, Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 0005-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That the work done by Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $148,625.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0290-16, dated August 16, 2016.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1108-16 A Final Payment on Contract 20150047, Library Chiller Replacement, (R1), Lee Plumbing Mechanical Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0006-17)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20150047, Library Chiller Replacement, (R1), Lee Plumbing Mechanical Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0006-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That the work done by Lee Plumbing Mechanical Contractors, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $310,330.80. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0355, dated September 15, 2015.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1111-16 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement, Ray Hintz, inc., contractor. (Res No. 0008-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement, Ray Hintz, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0008-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement, Ray Hintz, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($10,242.36). Further recommends the funding Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers be adjusted by ($10,242.36). Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1112-16 A Final Payment on Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement, Ray Hintz, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0009-17)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement, Ray Hintz, Inc., contractor. (Res No. 0009-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That the work done by Ray Hintz, Inc., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $116,589.39. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0309-16, dated September 6, 2016.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1113-16 A Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge Project. (Res No. 0010-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge Project. (Res No. 0010-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge Project, as submitted, be approved. Fiscal Note: Amendment No. 3 is in the not-to-exceed amount of $29,339.35 with the City’s share being $5,867.87 (20%), and the State’s share being $23,471.48 (80%), bringing the total contract amount to $472,037.81. Funding to defray the cost of this amendment be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57545, West 6th Street Bridge.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1116-16 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a list of streets to be included in the 2017 Public Hearings for 2018 Construction. (Res No. 0011-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a list of streets to be included in the 2017 Public Hearings for 2018 Construction. (Res No. 0011-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That the following list of streets, as submitted by the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, be considered for reconstruction with Portland Cement Concrete Paving or Bituminous Concrete Paving for the 2018 construction season (2017 public hearings) and that a preliminary resolution be introduced. Portland Concrete Paving Eaton Lane - Rapids Drive to Cul-de-sac Winthrop Avenue - Carpenter Avenue to Hamlin Avenue Indiana Street - Taylor Avenue to Maryland Avenue Emstan Hills Road - Duchess Drive to Oakwood Drive Wood Duck Way - Waterbury Lane to Chicory Road Belmont Avenue - Eisenhower Drive to Spring Street Cleveland Avenue - Durand Avenue to Pierce Boulevard Echo Lane - Byrd Avenue to Sixteenth Street Freeland Circle - Virginia Street to Cul-de-sac Kentucky Street -Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1136-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting to appoint a member to the Traffic Commission per the new ordinance.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting to appoint a member to the Traffic Commission per Ordinance 05-16. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That Alderman Perez be appointed to the Traffic Commission per Ordinance 05-16. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1137-16 A Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to use City right-of-way on January 28, 2017, for an ice carving competition, weather permitting. February 4, 2017 will be an alternate date. (Res No. 0004-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting to use City right-of-way on January 28, 2017, for an ice carving competition, weather permitting. February 4, 2017 will be an alternate date. (Res No. 0004-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on City sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to Seventh Street, on or after January 28, 2017 until they melt, with the following stipulations: A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements. B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements. C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's Office and a $75 processing fee paid. D. That a liability insurance certificate be filed wApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1138-16 A Final Payment on Contract 33-15 (K5-033), PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, R.A. Smith National, consultant. (Res No. 0007-17)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 33-15 (K5-033), PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program, R.A. Smith National, consultant. (Res No. 0007-17) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-10-17: That the work done by R.A. Smith National, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $43,400.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0137, dated April 8, 2015.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1096-16 A Subject: (New) Application for a CLASS "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for MKE Durand Avenue LLC (DBA) MKE Fresh Meat, 2917 Durand Avenue, Jaspreet Gill, Agent. (10th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a CLASS "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for MKE Durand Avenue LLC (DBA) MKE Fresh Meat, 2917 Durand Avenue, Jaspreet Gill, Agent. (10th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 01-10-16: That the New Application for a CLASS "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for MKE Durand Avenue LLC (DBA) MKE Fresh Meat, 2917 Durand Avenue, Jaspreet Gill, Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1103-16 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, December 21, 2016.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, December 21, 2016. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 01-10-16: That the item be received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder from the two bids was Waukesha Iron & Metal. Fiscal Note: This will generate $13,640.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1104-16 A  CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) (Renewal) Application of Game Stop, INC Store #669, Travis Dunlap, Agent for a Secondhand Articles Dealer's license for 2310 S. Green Bay Rd (14th District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 01-10-16: That the Application of Game Stop, INC Store #669, Travis Dunlap, Agent for a Secondhand Articles Dealer's license for 2310 S. Green Bay Rd be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1107-16 A  CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) (Renewal) Application of Game Stop, INC Store #1171, Matthew Broesch, Agent for a Secondhand Articles Dealer's license for 5528 Durand Ave (14th District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 01-10-16: That the Application of Game Stop, INC Store #1171, Matthew Broesch, Agent for a Secondhand Articles Dealer's license for 5528 Durand Ave be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1110-16 A Subject: (Direct Referral) (Renewal) Application of One Stop Food & Liquor, Iyad Alabed, Agent for a Secondhand Articles Dealer's license for 1711 N Main St. (4th District).CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) (Renewal) Application of One Stop Food & Liquor, Iyad Alabed, Agent for a Secondhand Articles Dealer's license for 1711 N Main St. (4th District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 01-10-16: That the Application of One Stop Food & Liquor, Iyad Alabed, Agent for a Secondhand Articles Dealer's license for 1711 N Main St. be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0269-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a traffic study at the corner of Osborne, Blaine and Haven.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District requesting a traffic study at the corner of Osborne, Blaine and Haven. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-16-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 06-20-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0540-16 A Communication from the Alderwoman of the 6th District, requesting the placement of a permanent 4-way stop sign at the intersection of West High Street and Jefferson Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 6th District, requesting the placement of a permanent 4-way stop sign at the intersection of West High Street and Jefferson Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 07-25-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0707-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting a traffic study be done for the intersection of Walton Avenue and N. Wisconsin Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District requesting a traffic study be done for the intersection of Walton Avenue and N. Wisconsin Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 09-19-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 02-20-17: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Video Video
0767-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting the elimination of 2-hour parking in the Horlick High School/Gilmore Middle School area.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 7th District requesting the elimination of 2-hour parking in the Horlick High School/Gilmore Middle School area. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0816-16 A Communication from the Alderwoman of the 4th District requesting a traffic study be done for the intersection of Hubbard Street and Erie Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 4th District requesting a traffic study be done for the intersection of Hubbard Street and Erie Street. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19:16: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0891-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a parking restriction on Ohio Street at the southeast corner with Ridgeway Avenue.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a parking restriction on Ohio Street at the southeast corner with Ridgeway Avenue. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Receive and file. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 02-20-17: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 05-15-17: Recommends that the request to install No Parking At Any Time restrictions on the east side of Ohio Street near Ridgeway Avenue, be approved. 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.Referred  Action details Not available
0913-16 A Communication from the Alderwoman of the 6th District, on behalf of Janet Mrazek (2520 West High Street) requesting a No Parking area near the West High Street roundabout area.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderwoman of the 6th District, on behalf of Janet Mrazek (2520 West High Street), requesting a No Parking area near the West High Street roundabout area. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0927-16 A Communication from the Alderman of the 13th District requesting stop signs or yield signs at the intersections of Grange Avenue and 19th/20th Streets.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 13th District requesting stop signs or yield signs at the intersections of Grange Avenue and 19th/20th Streets. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 11-21-16: Defer Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 12-19-16: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1118-16 A CU Amend 1344 Lathrop Avenue (Res No. 0012-17)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from David Yandel, representing Harbor Park CrossFit, for modification to the approval conditions for the facility at 1344 Lathrop Avenue. (PC-17) (Res No. 0012-17) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 1-11-17: To amend Resolution 0389-16 replacing condition h. to read "That the buffer requirement between 1344 and 1340 Lathrop Avenue be waived due to a recorded ingress/egress easement, and that the applicant/owner shall provide City Development an accurate, updated site plan which reflects the physical parameters of the easement, the recording number of the easement, and indication that it is for ingress/egress. Revised plans shall be submitted within 30 days of this approval." Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1130-16 A CU 520 Goold Street (Res No. 0013-17)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Mazen Musa seeking a conditional use permit to allow for a daycare facility at 520 Goold Street. (PC-17) (Res No. 0013-17) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 1-11-17: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1114-16 A (Res No. 0014-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by the United Way for an amendment of its 2015 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) contract to fund rapid re-housing services in conjunction with a Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program. (Res No. 0014-17) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 1-5-17: That the request by United Way to amend its 2015 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) contract be approved per staff recommendations. Fiscal Note: This contract amendment re-allocates $56,365.77 of 2015 and 2016 Emergency Solutions Grant funds. The Emergency Solutions Grant awarded to the City of Racine was $152,000 in 2015 and $156,205 in 2016.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1115-16 A (Res No. 0015-17)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request by Lutheran Social Services for $300,000 of HOME funds for a Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program. (Res No. 0015-17) Recommendation of the Community Development Committee on 1-5-17: That the request by Lutheran Social Services for $300,000 of HOME funds be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into a contract with Lutheran Social Services consistent with its application and all applicable federal regulations. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient HOME funds available for this request.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1120-16 A 2017 Launch Box Contract (Res No. 0023-17)CommunicationSubject: Request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority recommending approval of a contract for 2017 small business development services between the City of Racine and Gateway Technical College for the operation of the Launch Box Co-working Space. (Res No. 0027-17) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 1-9-16: That the contract and funding for the Launch Box Co-working Space through the City’s Intergovernmental Fund be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Gateway Technical College. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: That the contract and funding for the Launch Box Co-working Space through the City’s Intergovernmental Fund be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Gateway Technical College. Fiscal Note: The 2017 request from Launch Box is budgeted for $50,000, which is $49,930 less than the 2016 grant (total 2016 grant was $99,930). Funding for the request was budgeted within the City’s 2017 CapitaApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1121-16 A 2017 Brownfields Contract (Res No. 0026-17)CommunicationSubject: Request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority recommending approval and renewal of a professional services contract between the City of Racine and the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) for the City's Brownfield Initiative. (Res No. 0026-17) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 1-9-17: That the contract and funding for the City's Brownfield Initiative through the City’s Intergovernmental Fund be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: That the contract and funding for the City's Brownfield Initiative through the City’s Intergovernmental Fund be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with RCEDC. Fiscal Note: The 2017 professional services contract with RCEDC is budgeted for $70,000 and represents a 15% increase from the 2016 contract of $66,650.00. Funding for the request was budgeted within the City’s 2017 Capital Budget using IntergApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1122-16 A General Services Contract (Res No. 0024-17)CommunicationSubject: Request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority recommending approval and renewal of a professional services contract between the City of Racine and the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) for General Economic Development services. (Res No. 0024-17) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 1-9-17: That the contract and funding through the City’s Intergovernmental Fund for General Economic Development Services be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with RCEDC. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/2017: That the contract and funding through the City’s Intergovernmental Fund for General Economic Development Services be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into the agreement with RCEDC. Fiscal Note: The 2017 professional services contract with RCEDC is budgeted for $80,000 and represents a 15% increase from the 2016 contract. Funding for the request was budgeted within the City’s 2017 General Budget (DepartApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1124-16 A Culinary Infusions Tax Increment Incentive (Res No. 0025-17)CommunicationSubject: Request by the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority supporting an economic incentive from tax increment district #19 to Culinary Infusions at 2219 Washington Avenue for the renovation of the historic property toward the creation of an event facility. (Res No. 0025-17) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 1-9-17: That the incentive for financial assistance from tax increment district #19 be approved subject to conditions and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute an agreement with Culinary Infusions. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/23/17: That the incentive for financial assistance from tax increment district #19 be approved subject to conditions and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute an agreement with Culinary Infusions. Fiscal note: The Incentive request is for a total of $80,971 over five years or $16,194 per year from TID #19 (Uptown). Because the incentive is a “pay-as-you-go” incentive, the private taxable investment will be made before the incentive willApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0632-16 A City Council President selection processCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Aldermen of the 8th and 9th Districts, requesting the City Attorney to draft a proposed ordinance change for the Committee of the Whole regarding the City Council presidency selection process. (Ord. 10-16) Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 12-06-2016: the Item be Deferred. Recommendation of the Committe of the Whole on 12-20-2016: that the Ordinance be adopted. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0942-16 A Ordinance change to Sec. 2-83- Committee of the wholeCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderpersons of the 3rd, 4th and 12th Districts, requesting the City Attorney to draft a proposed ordinance change to Sec. 2-83. - Commitee of the Whole. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 12-06-2016: the Item be Denied. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedFail Action details Video Video
1038-16 A Petition calling for referendum to be placed on the April ballot (Res No. 0016-17)CommunicationSubject: Communication from residents of the 1st, 2nd, 5th and 10th Districts on behalf of 1,435 Racine citizens who signed a petition calling for a referendum to be placed on the April ballot. (Res No. 0016-17) Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 12-20-2016: That the April ballot include an advisory referendum on an amendment to the United States Constitution regarding personhood and regulation of political contributions. Fiscal Note: N/AApprovedPass Action details Video Video
1102-16 C Committee AppointmentCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating appointments/reappointments to the following committees, boards and/or commissions : Appoint Andrew J. Dodge 555 Main St., Racine, WI 53403 to the Downtown Business Improvement District for a three year term, expiring December 31, 2019. Reappoint Keiko Skow 1526 Holmes Ave, Racine WI 53403 to the Sister City Planning Committee for a three year term expiring December 31, 2019. Reappoint Michele Caskey 3334 Pleasant Ln, Racine WI 53405 to the Sister City Planning Committee for a three year term expiring December 31, 2019. Reappoint Alice Peterson, 115 Indiana St, Racine WI 53405 to the Sister City Planning Committee for a three year term expiring December 31, 2019. Reappoint Dale Armbruster, 823 Blaine Ave., Racine WI 53405 to the Board of Standards for a three year term expiring May 1, 2019 Reappoint Alderman Jim Morgenroth, 1500 Monroe Ave., Racine, WI 53405 to the Board of Standards for a one year term expiring May 1, 2017. Reappoint Richard Christensen, 720 S. Marquette St, Racine, WI 53403 to the Downtown Area Design ReviApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1082-16 A WM Ext Request from Ashley Capital (Res No. 0003-17)CommunicationSubject: Request from Ashley Capital for a water main extension in Sturtevant and associated water developers agreement (Res No. 0003-17) Recommendation of the Waterworks Commission on 12/20/16: Approve. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 1/9/17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to enter into this Developers Agreement for water main construction with Ashley Capital in accordance with the Retail Water Agreement between the City of Racine and the Village of Sturtevant dated December 19, 2006. Fiscal Note: The developer, Ashley Capital, will pay for all costs associated with the new water main including design and construction related inspection costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0001-17 A 2017 Gus Macker Basketball TournamentResolution2017 Gus Macker Basketball Tournament Resolved, that the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services is authorized to apply for and accept a $5,000.00 grant from Real Racine to be used towards the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament. Fiscal Note: This grant requires a dollar for dollar match. Funds are available in account 20608 53200 50022, Community Center Program Work Supplies. (Grant Control #00118)Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0002-17 A Official Notice #20-2016 - Billing for Emergency Medical ServicesResolutionOfficial Notice #20-2016 - Billing for Emergency Medical Services Resolved, that billing for Emergency Medical Services is awarded to Life Line Billing Systems, LLC fka Lifeline Systems, Inc. dba LifeQuest Services for a three year term to begin on March 1, 2017 with an option of a one two-year extension. Fiscal Note: Funds are available for this service in 13001 52110 Fire-Ambulance Billing Service.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0003-17 A Water Main Extension in Sturtevant and Associated Water Developers Agreement\ResolutionWater Main Extension in Sturtevant and Associated Water Developers Agreement Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into a Developers Agreement for water main construction with Ashley Capital, LLC in accordance with the Retail Water Agreement between the City of Racine and the Village of Sturtevant dated December 19, 2006. Fiscal Note: The developer, Ashley Capital, will pay for all costs associated with the new water main including design and construction related inspection costs.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0004-17 A 2017 Ice Carving CompetitionResolution2017 Ice Carving Competition Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with the Downtown Racine Corporation granting permission to place ice sculptures on City sidewalks along Sixth Street and Main Street from State Street to Seventh Street, on or after January 28, 2017 until they melt, with the following stipulations: A. That a clear area be established along the building line of a minimum of five feet in order to meet ADA requirements. B. That any ice sculptures be set back a minimum of two feet from the back of the curb in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Transportation requirements. C. That a hold harmless agreement be filed with the City Attorney's Office and that Downtown Racine Corporation pay a $75.00 processing fee. D. That a liability insurance certificate be filed with the City Attorney's Office. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0005-17 A Final Payment on Contract 20160033 - City Hall TuckpointingResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20160033 - City Hall Tuckpointing Resolved, that the work done by Innovative Masonry Restoration of WI, LLC is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $148,625.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0290-16, dated August 16, 2016.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0006-17 A Final Payment on Contract 20150047 - Library Chiller ReplacementResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20150047 - Library Chiller Replacement Resolved, that the work done by Lee Plumbing Mechanical Contractors, Inc., is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $310,330.80. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0355, dated September 15, 2015.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0007-17 A Final Payment on Contract 33-15 (K5-033), PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance ProgramResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 33-15 (K5-033), PS - Parking Ramp Maintenance Program Resolved, that the work done by R.A. Smith National, Inc. is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $43,400.00. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 15-0137, dated April 8, 2015.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0008-17 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160035 - Festival Hall Outfall ReplacementResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 20160035 - Festival Hall Outfall Replacement Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160035, Festival Hall Outfall Replacement, Ray Hintz, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($10,242.36). Fiscal Note: Funding Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers be adjusted by ($10,242.36).Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0009-17 A Final Payment on Contract 20160035 - Festival Hall Outfall ReplacementResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20160035 - Festival Hall Outfall Replacement Resolved, that the work done by Ray Hintz, Inc., is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $116,589.39. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0309-16, dated September 6, 2016.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0010-17 A Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge ProjectResolutionAmendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge Project Resolved, that Amendment No. 3 to State Project ID: 2703-00-02, West 6th Street Bridge Project, as submitted, is approved. Fiscal Note: Amendment No. 3 is in the not-to-exceed amount of $29,339.35 with the City’s share being $5,867.87 (20%), and the State’s share being $23,471.48 (80%), bringing the total contract amount to $472,037.81. Funding to defray the cost of this amendment be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57545, West 6th Street Bridge.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0011-17 A Prelininary Resolution - List of streets to be included in the 2017 Public Hearings for 2018 constructionResolutionPreliminary - 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 Concrete Paving Eaton Lane - Rapids Drive to Cul-de-sac Winthrop Avenue - Carpenter Avenue to Hamlin Avenue Indiana Street - Taylor Avenue to Maryland Avenue Emstan Hills Road - Duchess Drive to Oakwood Drive Wood Duck Way - Waterbury Lane to Chicory Road Belmont Avenue - Eisenhower Drive to Spring Street Cleveland Avenue - Durand Avenue to Pierce Boulevard Echo Lane - Byrd Avenue to Sixteenth Street Freeland Circle - Virginia Street to Cul-de-sac Kentucky Street - Cul-de-sac to Shadow Lane Indiana Street - Durand Avenue to Pierce Boulevard Olive Street - Illinois Street to Oregon Street Olive Street - Kentucky Street to Orchard Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0012-17 A Amend Resolution No. 0389-16ResolutionAmend Resolution No. 0389-16 Resolved, that Resolution 0389-16 of November 15, 2016 regarding Harbor Park CrossFit at 1344 Lathrop Avenue is amended to replace condition h. to read: "That the buffer requirement between 1344 and 1340 Lathrop Avenue be waived due to a recorded ingress/egress easement, and that the applicant/owner shall provide City Development an accurate, updated site plan which reflects the physical parameters of the easement, the recording number of the easement, and indication that it is for ingress/egress. Revised plans shall be submitted within 30 days of this approval." Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0013-17 A Daycare Facility at 520 Goold StreetResolutionDaycare Facility at 520 Goold Street Resolved, that the request by Mazen Musa to operate a group daycare at 520 Goold Street is approved subject to the following conditions: a. That the plan presented at the January 11, 2017 Plan Commission meeting be approved, subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and all required permits be obtained. c. That the Commission authorizes this facility to operate 5 a.m. through 12 a.m., 7 days per week. d. That any exterior signage shall be submitted to the Director of City Development for review and approval of design and/or placement prior to a request for a sign permit. All signage shall comply with zoning ordinance requirements. e. That the playground be maintained in a safe and working order. f. That, within 30 days of final approval, the applicant shall provide copies of State permits authorizing the facility to operate at this location for the hours requested to the Department of City Development. g. That all employees hired are properly certified and have all necessaApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0014-17 A Amendment to 2015 Emergency Solutions GrantResolutionAmendment to 2015 Emergency Solutions Grant Resolved, that the request by United Way to amend its 2015 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) contract to fund rapid re-housing services in conjunction with a Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program is approved per staff recommendations. Fiscal Note: This contract amendment re-allocates $56,365.77 of 2015 and 2016 Emergency Solutions Grant funds. The Emergency Solutions Grant awarded to the City of Racine was $152,000.00 in 2015 and $156,205.00 in 2016.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0015-17 A HOME funds for a Tenant-Based Rental Assistance ProgramResolutionHOME funds for a Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program Resolved, that the request by Lutheran Social Services for $300,000.00 of HOME funds is approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into a contract with Lutheran Social Services consistent with its application and all applicable federal regulations. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient HOME funds available for this request.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0016-17 A Resolution Supporting a Constitutional AmendmentResolutionResolution Approving Ballot Referendum RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, is directed to place the following advisory referendum on the ballot for the April 4, 2017 City of Racine election. Shall the City of Racine adopt the following resolution? Resolved, that “We the People” of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, seek to reclaim democracy from the expansion of corporate personhood rights and the corrupting influence of unregulated political contributions and spending. We stand with communities across the country to support passage of an amendment to the United States Constitution stating: 1. Only human beings are endowed with constitutional rights - not corporations, unions, nonprofits or other artificial entities; and 2. Money is not speech, and therefore regulating political contributions and spending is not equivalent to limiting speech. A ”Yes” vote on this resolution would indicate support for a Constitutional Amendment, while a “No” vote would indicate opposition to an Amendment. Fiscal Note: N/AAdoptedPass Action details Not available
Ord.0001-17 A Ordinance 01-17 - Traffic Violation Fine ScheduleOrdinanceOrdinance 01-17 - Traffic Violation Fine Schedule An ordinance to amend Sec. 94-17. -Traffic violation fine schedule in Chapter 94 Traffic and Vehicles, of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain was follows: Part 1: In subsection (b) of Sec. 94-17.-Traffic violation fine schedule, remove the line for Sec. 94-143 that says “Effective 1-1-2008 $11.00.” Part 2: In subsection (b) of Sec. 94-17.-Traffic violation fine schedule, amend the dollar amount for 94-145 Parking limited from “$15.50” to “$20.00.” Part 3: In subsection (b) of Sec. 94-17.-Traffic violation fine schedule, remove the line for Sec. 94-145 that says “Effective 1-1-2008 $15.50.” Part 4: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members-elect of the City Common Council and publication or posting as required by law. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Video Video