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| A | | Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #10-2018 - Cemetery Grounds Maintenance, Snow Removal and Burial Services. (Res. 0275-18) | Communication | Subject: Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #10-2018 - Cemetery Grounds Maintenance, Snow Removal and Burial Services. (Res. 0275-18)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/27/2018: To award contract for ground maintenance, snow removal and burial services for the Racine Cemeteries to Reliable Property Services.
Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in the Cemetery contracted services account 22450 52200. The estimated annual value of the contract $287,400.
Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners on 9/17/2018: To award contract for ground maintenance, snow removal and burial services for the Racine Cemeteries to Reliable Property Services.
Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in the Cemetery contracted services account 22450 52200. The estimated annual value of the contract $287,400. | Referred | |
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| A | | Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #10-2018 - Cemetery Grounds Maintenance, Snow Removal and Burial Services. (Res. 0275-18) | Communication | Subject: Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #10-2018 - Cemetery Grounds Maintenance, Snow Removal and Burial Services. (Res. 0275-18)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/27/2018: To award contract for ground maintenance, snow removal and burial services for the Racine Cemeteries to Reliable Property Services.
Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in the Cemetery contracted services account 22450 52200. The estimated annual value of the contract $287,400.
Recommendation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners on 9/17/2018: To award contract for ground maintenance, snow removal and burial services for the Racine Cemeteries to Reliable Property Services.
Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in the Cemetery contracted services account 22450 52200. The estimated annual value of the contract $287,400. | Referred | |
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0382-18
| A | | Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to waive formal bidding and sole source the purchase of turnout gear for the Fire Department. (Res. 0277-18) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to waive formal bidding and sole source the purchase of turnout gear for the Fire Department. (Res. 0277-18)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/27/2018: Permission be granted to the Fire Chief to waive formal bidding procedures and allow the Fire Department to contract with WS Darley for the provision of Fire Dex turnout gear for a three year term.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in account 13001 53240. Cost for a 3 year contract to replace 74 sets of turnout gear is $127,965.40. | Referred | |
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0833-18
| A | | Communication from Peter Kinzelman, Radio Tower, requesting permission to waive formal bidding and sole source the purchase of GPS receiver items. (Res. 0276-18) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Peter Kinzelman, Radio Tower, requesting permission to waive formal bidding and sole source the purchase of GPS receiver items. (Res. 0276-18)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/27/2018: Permission be granted to Peter Kinzelman, Radio Tower, to waive formal bidding procedures and allow the Police Department to contract with Smiths Interconnect for the provision of Trax radio equipment.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in account 45031 57350. Cost of the equipment is $40,100. | Referred | |
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0836-18
| A | | Claim of Jonathan Hubbard | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jonathan Hubbard for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/27/2018: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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0837-18
| A | | Claim of Debra Hutton | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Debra Hutton for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/27/2018: That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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0838-18
| A | | Claim of Jenna Dower | Claim | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Jenna Dower for consideration.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/27/2018:That the claim be denied.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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0830-18
| A | | Communication from the Racine Yacht Club's Youth Foundation requesting permission to install a 40 foot floating dock off the riprap revetment of Rooney Recreation Area. (Res. 0279-18) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Racine Yacht Club's Youth Foundation requesting permission to install a 40 foot floating dock off the riprap revetment of Rooney Recreation Area. (Res. 0279-18)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-28-18: Permission be granted to the Racine Yacht Club’s Youth Foundation to install a 40 foot floating dock from the Rooney Recreational Area revetment 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.
C. The floating dock shall not impact the existing shore protection.
D. The floating dock must be in compliance with all State DNR and Federal DNR rules, regulations and requirements.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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0851-18
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Mayor requesting a resolution be adopted supporting the installation of ornamental arch-way signs, spanning Main St. at State St. and 6th St. (Res. 0280-18) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Mayor requesting a resolution be adopted supporting the installation of ornamental arch-way signs, spanning Main St. at State St. and 6th St. (Res. 0280-18)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-28-18: That a resolution be adopted supporting the installation of ornamental arch-way signs, spanning Main Street at State Street and 6th Street and directing City staff to:
1. Work with the representatives of WisDOT to determine how such installations might ultimately be allowed, located, configured and designed which, in turn, might inform and allow:
2. The Corbin Design firm to provide preliminary design concepts and cost estimates for installations consistent with WisDOT requirements, with Corbin costs to be covered by Room Tax Revenues held by the City so long as same do not exceed $10,000.00:
3. Bring back to the Common Council a final plan for financing and installing the ornamental arch-way signs which shall rely on private fund-raising, and to the extent necessary a form of “challenge grant” funded by the City. | Referred | |
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0859-18
| A | | Communication from the Alderperson of the Third District requesting that the Common Council order the Chief of Police direct that all first offense possession of marijuana violations be issues civil ordinance citations as opposed to being referred for cri | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderperson of the Third District requesting that the Common Council order the Chief of Police direct that all first offense possession of marijuana violations be issued civil ordinance citations as opposed to being referred for criminal charges. (Ord. 0003-19)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-28-18: That the communication from the Alderperson of the Third District requesting that the Common Council order the Chief of Police direct that all first offense possession of marijuana violations be issued civil ordinance citations as opposed to being referred for criminal charges, be deferred until the September 25th meeting to gather more information on this issue.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-25-18: That the communication from the Alderperson of the Third District requesting that the Common Council order the Chief of Police direct that all first offense possession of marijuana violations be issued civil ordinance citations as opposed to being referred for criminal charges, be deferre | Referred | |
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0860-18
| A | | Communication from the Alderperson of the Third District requesting that Racine Ordinance section 66-261 be amended to set the forfeiture for any violations thereof to one dollar. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderperson of the Third District requesting that Racine Ordinance section 66-261 be amended to set the forfeiture for any violations thereof to one dollar.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 8-28-18: That the communication from the Alderperson of the Third District requesting that Racine Ordinance section 66-261 be amended to set the forfeiture for any violations thereof to one dollar, be deferred until the September 25th meeting to gather more information on this issue.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 9-25-18: That the communication from the Alderperson of the Third District requesting that Racine Ordinance section 66-261 be amended to set the forfeiture for any violations thereof to one dollar, be deferred for 30 days so that the Police Department and City Attorney's Office can gather more information on this issue.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 12-11-18: To Receive and File.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Alderperson of the Twelfth District requesting that Racine Zoning Ordinance sections 114-468(20) and 114-488(18) be amended to remove the requirements therein that pawnbroker businesses be located at lease 250 feet from a residentia | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderperson of the Twelfth District requesting that Racine Zoning Ordinance sections 114-468(20) and 114-488(18) be amended to remove the requirements therein that pawnbroker businesses be located at lease 250 feet from a residential district. | Referred | |
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0835-18
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on behalf of the Root River Council requesting use of a horse and buggy to transport guests upon the Root River Pathway within Lincoln Park during their annual Root River Festival | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on behalf of the Root River Council requesting use of a horse and buggy to transport guests upon the Root River Pathway within Lincoln Park during their annual Root River Festival on Sunday, August 26, 2018. (Res. 0272-18) | Approved | Pass |
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0758-18
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations from McDonalds ($1,000) and US Cellular ($1,000) for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept donations from McDonalds ($1,000) and US Cellular ($1,000) for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/13/2018: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept donations from McDonalds ($1,000) and US Cellular ($1,000) for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament.
Fiscal Note: No City match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0762-18
| A | | Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $1,500 donation received on 7/6/18 from United Healthcare for a Back to School festival at the Bryant Center. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services requesting permission to accept a $1,500 donation received on 7/6/18 from United Healthcare for a Back to School festival at the Bryant Center.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/13/2018: Permission be granted to the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to accept a $1,500 donation received on 7/6/18 from United Healthcare for a Back to School festival at the Bryant Center.
Fiscal Note: No City match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Res. 0262-18) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Chief Howell requesting to apply for and accept the 2018 Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant. (Res. 0262-18)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/13/2018: Permission be granted to Chief Howell to apply for and accept the 2018 Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant.
Fiscal Note: No City match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0793-18
| A | | Presentation of the 2nd Quarter 2018 Fiscal Results. | Communication | Subject: Presentation of the 2nd Quarter 2018 Fiscal Results.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/13/2018: To receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | | Communication | Subject: Presentation of the "2017 City of Racine Audited Financial Statements" and the "2017 Communication to Those Charged with Governance and Management" reports.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/13/2018: To receive and file.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0800-18
| A | | Communication from the City Attorney wishing to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee regarding updates to the Transient Lodging Tax ordinance, Racine Code of Ordinances 90-51 et seq. (Ord.0012-18) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the City Attorney wishing to meet with the Finance & Personnel Committee regarding updates to the Transient Lodging Tax ordinance, Racine Code of Ordinances 90-51 et seq. (Ord. 0012-18)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/13/2018: To recommend approval of the changes as proposed and to direct staff to revise the ordinance in accordance with the changes.
Fiscal Note: The City will receive room taxes from bed and breakfast establishments and short term rentals. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0808-18
| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to allow the Finance Department to make a 2018 budget amendment allowing the transfer of $14,000 from the Laboratory Department’s Fund Balance Reserves account to three designated ac | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to allow the Finance Department to make a 2018 budget amendment allowing the transfer of $14,000 from the Laboratory Department’s Fund Balance Reserves account to three designated accounts. (Res. 0261-18)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/13/2018: Permission be granted to the Finance Department to make a 2018 budget amendment allowing the transfer of $14,000 from the Laboratory Department’s Fund Balance Reserves account to three designated accounts.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0827-18
| A | | Communication from the MIS Project Manager requesting permission to purchase and implement a citizen engagement application through a sole sourced provider, CitySourced Inc. (Res. 0260-18) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the MIS Project Manager requesting permission to purchase and implement a citizen engagement application through a sole sourced provider, CitySourced Inc. (Res. 0260-18)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 08/13/2018: Permission be granted to the MIS Project Manager to purchase and implement a citizen engagement application through a sole sourced provider, CitySourced Inc.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this service are available in account 70113-57800, costing $23,400 (including setup, implementation and first year support) with a $20,000 annual maintenance fee thereafter. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main St.) requesting permission to close High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street from 1:30 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. on September 15, 2018 for a fundraiser. (Res. 0263-18) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Rhino Bar (1659 N. Main St.) requesting permission to close High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street from 1:30 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. on September 15, 2018 for a fundraiser. (Res. 0263-18)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-15-18: That permission be granted to The Rhino Bar to close High Street from Main Street to Chatham Street from 1:30 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. on September 15, 2018, 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 Tra | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0817-18
| A | | Bid results on Contract 20180069, Parks Asphaltic Paving 2018. | Communication | Subject: Bid results on Contract 20180069, Parks Asphaltic Paving 2018.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-15-18: That bids for Contract 20180069, Parks Asphaltic Paving 2018, be rejected and rebid at a later date.
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0818-18
| A | | Bid results on Contract 20180075, 21st Street Repairs. (Res. 0264-18) | Communication | Subject: Bid results on Contract 20180075, 21st Street Repairs. (Res. 0264-18)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-15-18: That bids for Contract 20180075, 21st Street Repairs, be awarded to Poblocki Paving Corporation at their bid price of $69,935.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW Paving.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0819-18
| A | | Bid results on Contract 20180077, Boiler Ventilation - Central Heating Plant. (Res. 0265-18) | Communication | Subject: Bid results on Contract 20180077, Boiler Ventilation - Central Heating Plant. (Res. 0265-18)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-15-18: That bids for Contract 20180077, Boiler Ventilation - Central Heating Plant, be awarded to Mared Mechanical, at their bid price of $146,725.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57200, DPW Building Improvements.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0823-18
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20170084, HVAC Equipment Replacement - Memorial Hall, Johnson Controls, contractor. (Res. 0267-18) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20170084, HVAC Equipment Replacement - Memorial Hall, Johnson Controls, contractor. (Res. 0267-18)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-15-18: That the work done by Johnson Controls, under contract 20170084, HVAC Equipment Replacement - Memorial Hall, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $132,990.00. Final Payment to include retainage.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0350-17 of October 16, 2017. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0824-18
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20180070, Library-Waterproof Elevator Equipment Room, Pro Axis, contractor. (Res. 0266-18) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20180070, Library - Waterproof Elevator Equipment Room, ProAxis, contractor. (Res. 0266-18)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-15-18: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20180070, Library - Waterproof Elevator Equipment Room, ProAxis, contractor, be approved in the amount of $4,663.00.
Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Org-Object 45055-57200, Library Building Improvements.
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0676-18
| A | | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District wishing to discuss safety concerns and issues associated with the number of police calls for the property located at 433 Main St. | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District wishing to discuss safety concerns and issues associated with the number of police calls for the property located at 433 Main St.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-26-18: That the property owner be called in to discuss the problems associated with the property and that a formal expression on concern be issued for the licensed premises under section 6-27 of the code of ordinances.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 7-10-18: That the communication from the Alderman of the 1st District wishing to discuss safety concerns and issues associated with the number of police calls for the property located at 433 Main St, be deferred until after the pending due process hearing.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-15-18: That the communication from the Alderman of the 1st District wishing to discuss safety concerns and issues associated with the number of police calls for the property located at 433 Main St, be received and filed.
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0756-18
| A | | (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for La Esquina, LLC (DBA: La Esquina), located at 2005 Taylor Avenue, Eriberto Malacara, Agent. (3rd District). | Communication | Subject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for La Esquina, LLC (DBA: La Esquina), located at 2005 Taylor Avenue, Eriberto Malacara, Agent. (3rd District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-15-18: That the New Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for La Esquina, LLC (DBA: La Esquina), located at 2005 Taylor Avenue, Eriberto Malacara, Agent be approved.
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0785-18
| A | | (Res. 0268-18) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Eriberto Malacara, representing Mi Jacalito, LLC. located at 1318 Douglas Ave to amend their Premise Description, request to include basement storage. (Res. 0268-18)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-15-18: That the communication from Eriberto Malacara, representing Mi Jacalito, LLC. located at 1318 Douglas Ave to amend their Premise Description, request to include basement storage be approved.
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0799-18
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, July 27, 2018. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, July 27, 2018.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-15-18: That the item be Received and Filed as the hightest responsible bidder from the two bids was Sturtevant Auto Salvage.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $15,207.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0801-18
| A | | | Communication | Subject:(New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for BOS Smokehouse LLC, DBA Richard's Bar & BBQ, located at 3458 Rapids Dr, Richard Smetana, Agent. (6th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 08-15-18: That the New Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for BOS Smokehouse LLC, DBA Richard's Bar & BBQ, located at 3458 Rapids Dr, Richard Smetana, Agent be approved as long as the agent changes the paperwork for the license at the Clerk's office.
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0679-18
| A | | Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting to lower the rate for evening parking in ramps managed by ABM. (Res. 0269-18) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting to lower the rate for evening parking in ramps managed by ABM. (Res. 0269-18)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 06-20-18: Defer
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 08-08-18: Recommend a 6-month trial period of a $1.00 evening parking rate between 5:00 P.M. and 5:00 A.M. in the Civic Centre, Gaslight, Lake Avenue and Shoop ramps.
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0814-18
| A | | Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a 2018 contract for RYDE to provide public transit service to the Racine Unified School District (RUSD) for the 2018-2019 school year a | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a 2018 contract for RYDE to provide public transit service to the Racine Unified School District (RUSD) for the 2018-2019 school year after review by the City Attorney. (Res. 0270-18)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 08-08-18: The Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a 2018 contract for RYDE to provide public transit service to the Racine Unified School District (RUSD) for the 2018-2019 school year after review by the City Attorney.
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| A | | Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to authorize an application to the Wisconsin Transit Capital Assistance Grant Program (VW Mitigation Program) and agree that the receipt of a g | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager requesting authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to authorize an application to the Wisconsin Transit Capital Assistance Grant Program (VW Mitigation Program) and agree that the receipt of a grant under this program will result in a reduction of future municipal payments pursuant to § 79.035(7), Wis. Stats. (Res. 0271-18)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 08-08-18: Approve authorizing application to the Wisconsin Transit Capital Assistance Grant Program (VW Mitigation Program) for up to eight buses, agreeing to a reduction of future municipal payments if necessary to pay for the local share, and applying to other grant programs, including Department of Workforce Development grants.
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0812-18
| A | | update on Mt Pleasant water negotiations | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor and the City Administrator seeking to meet with the Committee of the Whole to address negotiations with Mount Pleasant and to address water deficiencies.
Recommendation to the Committee of the Whole on 08-06-2018: the Item be Received and Filed.
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0839-18
| A | | Committee Appointment | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Mason nominating appointment to the Sister City Planning Committee:
Appoint Julie Nelson, 2520 James Blvd, Racine, 53403 to a term expiring December 1, 2019. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0385-18
| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor proposing an ordinance effecting the consolidation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners and the Golf Course Liaison Committee with the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Commissioners. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor proposing an ordinance effecting the consolidation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners and the Golf Course Liaison Committee with the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Commissioners.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 06-19-2018: The Item be referred to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Commissioners.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 07-11-2018: The Item be Deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 08-8-2018: The Item be Recommended for Approval.
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| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor proposing an ordinance effecting the consolidation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners and the Golf Course Liaison Committee with the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Commissioners. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor proposing an ordinance effecting the consolidation of the Board of Cemetery Commissioners and the Golf Course Liaison Committee with the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Commissioners.
Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 06-19-2018: The Item be referred to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Commissioners.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 07-11-2018: The Item be Deferred.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on 08-8-2018: The Item be Recommended for Approval.
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| A | | Citizen Engagement Application - CitySourced Inc. | Resolution | Citizen Engagement Application - CitySourced Inc.
Resolved, that permission is granted to the MIS Project Manager to purchase and implement a citizen engagement application through a sole sourced provider, CitySourced Inc.
Fiscal Note: Funds for this service are available in account 70113-57800, costing $23,400.00 (including setup, implementation and first year support) with a $20,000.00 annual maintenance fee thereafter. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | 2018 Budget Amendment | Resolution | 2018 Budget Amendment
Resolved, that permission is granted to the Finance Department to make a 2018 budget amendment allowing the transfer of $14,000.00 from the Laboratory Department’s Fund Balance Reserves account to three designated accounts.
Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | 2018 Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant | Resolution | 2018 Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant
Resolved, that permission is granted to Chief Howell to apply for and accept the 2018 Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant.
Fiscal Note: No City match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0263-18
| A | | High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on September 15, 2018 | Resolution | High Street between Main Street and Chatham Street from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on September 15, 2018
Resolved, that permission ise granted to The Rhino Bar to close High Street from Main Street to Chatham Street from 1:30 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. on September 15, 2018, 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 t | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0264-18
| A | | Contract 20180075 - 21st Street Repairs | Resolution | Contract 20180075 - 21st Street Repairs
Resolved, that bid for Contract 20180075, 21st Street Repairs, is awarded to Poblocki Paving Corporation at its bid price of $69,935.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW Paving. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0265-18
| A | | Contract 20180077 - Boiler Ventilation at Central Heating Plant | Resolution | Contract 20180077 - Boiler Ventilation at Central Heating Plant
Resolved, that bid for Contract 20180077, Boiler Ventilation - Central Heating Plant, is awarded to Mared Mechanical, at its bid price of $146,725.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder.
Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57200, DPW Building Improvements. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0266-18
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20180070 - Library - Waterproof Elevator Equipment Room | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20180070 - Library - Waterproof Elevator Equipment Room
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20180070, Library - Waterproof Elevator Equipment Room, ProAxis, contractor, is approved in the amount of $4,663.00.
Fiscal Note: Funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Org-Object 45055-57200, Library Building Improvements. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0267-18
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20170084 - HVAC Equipment Replacement at Memorial Hall | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20170084 - HVAC Equipment Replacement at Memorial Hall
Resolved, that the work done by Johnson Controls, under Contract 20170084 - HVAC Equipment Replacement at Memorial Hall, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $132,990.00. Final Payment to include retainage.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0350-17 of October 16, 2017. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0268-18
| A | | Amend Premise Description - 1318 Douglas Avenue | Resolution | Amend Premise Description - 1318 Douglas Avenue
Resolved, that the communication from Eriberto Malacara, representing Mi Jacalito, LLC., located at 1318 Douglas Avenue, is approved to amend its Premise Description to include basement storage.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0269-18
| A | | Lower Rate for Evening Parking in Ramps Managed by ABM | Resolution | Lower Rate for Evening Parking in Ramps Managed by ABM
Resolved, that a six-month trial period of a $1.00 evening parking rate between 5:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. in the Civic Centre, Gaslight, Lake Avenue, and Shoop ramps is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0270-18
| A | | 2018 Contract for RYDE to Provide Public Transit Service to the Racine Unified School District (RUSD) for the 2018-2019 School Year | Resolution | 2018 Contract for RYDE to Provide Public Transit Service to the Racine Unified School District (RUSD) for the 2018-2019 School Year
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign a 2018 contract for RYDE to provide public transit service to the Racine Unified School District (RUSD) for the 2018-2019 school year after review by the City Attorney.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0271-18
| A | | Application to the Wisconsin Transit Capital Assistance Grant Program (VW Mitigation Program) and Reduction of Future Municipal Payments | Resolution | Application to the Wisconsin Transit Capital Assistance Grant Program (VW Mitigation Program) and Reduction of Future Municipal Payments
Resolved, that application to the Wisconsin Transit Capital Assistance Grant Program (VW Mitigation Program) for up to ten buses is authorized, agreeing to a reduction of future municipal payments if
necessary to pay for the local share, and applying to other grant programs, including Department of Workforce Development grants is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0272-18
| A | | Horse & Buggy During Annual Root River Festival on Sunday, August 26, 2018 | Resolution | Horse & Buggy During Annual Root River Festival on Sunday, August 26, 2018
Resolved, that the Root River Council's request to use a horse and buggy to transport guests upon the Root River Pathway within Lincoln Park during their annual Root River Festival on Sunday, August 26, 2018, is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0259-18
| A | | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $10,245,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION PROMISSORY NOTES AND THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $10,245,000 NOTE ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION THEREOF | Resolution | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $10,245,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION PROMISSORY NOTES AND THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $10,245,000 NOTE ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION THEREOF
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 (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 finding of the Common Council that it is necessary, desirable and in the best interest of the City to authorize the issuance of and covenant to iss | Approved | Pass |
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Res.0273-18
| A | | Indigenous Peoples' Day | Resolution | Indigenous Peoples' Day
Resolved, that the adoption of the proposed "Indigenous Peoples' Day" resolution and to recognize the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples' Day is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved | Pass |
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Res.0274-18
| A | | 2019 Mayor's Gang Collaborative Grant (#00185) | Resolution | 2019 Mayor's Gang Collaborative Grant (#00185)
Resolved, that Chief Arthel Howell is authorized to apply for and accept the 2019 Mayor's Gang Collaborative Grant (#00185).
Fiscal Note: N/A | Adopted | Pass |
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Ord.0012-18
| A | | Ordinance 0012-18 - Transient Lodging Tax | Ordinance | Ordinance 0012-18 - Transient Lodging Tax
Sec. 90-51. - Authority and purpose
Wis. Stats. § 66.0615 authorizes the imposition of a tax on the privilege of furnishing, at retail, lodging for transients by hotelkeepers, motel operators, owners of short-term rentals and certain other persons. The common council finds that such a tax is in the best interest of the public under the condition that the proceeds be used for the promotion of tourism, hospitality and convention facilities, and recreation facilities in the greater Racine area.
Sec. 90-52. - Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Gross receipts means the total amount of the rental price, with the conditions and exceptions provided in Wis. Stats. § 77.51(4)(a), (b) and (c).
Innkeeper means the owner of a lodging facility.
Lodging facility means a building or group of buildings in which the public may obtain accommodations for a consideration, includ | Referred | |
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Ord.0013-18
| A | | Ordinance 0013-18 - Growlers and Other Changes to Ch. 6 | Ordinance | Ordinance 0013-18 - Growlers and Other Changes to Ch. 6
An Ordinance to amend parts of Chapter 6. - Alcoholic Beverages of the City of Racine Code of Ordinances.
NOW THEREFORE, the Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows:
Part 1: To appeal and recreate subsection (a)2. of Sec. 6-20 to read:
“A Class "B" fermented malt beverage license shall authorize the retail sale of
fermented malt beverages to be consumed either on the premises where sold or off the premises, provided that only fermented malt beverages in original packages or containers and fermented malt beverages in hand-capped or sealed containers may be removed from the premises where sold. The fee for a retail Class "B" license is $100.00 per year or fraction thereof.”
Part 2: To amend subsection (b)2. of Sec. 6-20 to delete the second instance of the word “otherwise” and substitute it with the word “container”.
Part 3: To amend subsection (b)3. of Sec. 6-20 by deleting the number “12” after the word Class and before the letter C.
Part 4: To amend subsection (a) of Sec. 6-22 to del | Referred | |
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