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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 10/16/2018 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall, Room 205
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1069-18 A claim of Breanna GuentherClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Breanna Guenther for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: That the claim be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Video Video
1076-18 A claim of Christine KiernanClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Christine Kiernan for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: That the claim be denied. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Video Video
1070-18 A Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss the bid results for Official Notice #15-2018 - Raze and Removal of Three Residential Structures located at 1111 West St. (Res. 0330-18)CommunicationSubject: Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss the bid results for Official Notice #15-2018 - Raze and Removal of Three Residential Structures located at 1111 West St. (Res. 0330-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: To award the contract for the raze and removal of three residential structures at 1111 West St. to SRI, LLC at their bid price of $27,500. Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in 22540 52390 . The value of the contract is $27,500.Referred  Action details Video Video
1071-18 A Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss the bid results for Official Notice #16-2018 - Purchase of Glock Pistols for the Police DepartmentCommunicationSubject: Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss the bid results for Official Notice #16-2018 - Purchase of Glock Pistols for the Police Department. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: To award contract for the purchase of new Glock pistols and trade in currently used pistols per the attached prices to Ray O'Herron, they being the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: The purchase of the new pistols and the trade in of the old pistols will result in net outlay of $18,192.50, these funds are available in 20603 57300.Referred  Action details Video Video
1072-18 A (Res. 0331-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Manager of Housing and Community Development requesting the City of Racine accept properties from Racine County for the purpose of redevelopment. (Res. 0331-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: To accept any, or all of, the listed sixteen properties if obtained by the County via in rem foreclosure and donated to the City of Racine by the Racine County Board of Supervisors. Fiscal Note: The City will insure all properties while holding title and will pay all property maintenance fees (snow removal, mowing, etc). While in City ownership, the properties will not accrue or pay property taxes. The City will pay all recording fees. No back taxes, liens, or fees may be paid by the City in exchange for the property.Referred  Action details Video Video
1073-18 A (Res. 0332-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Manager of Housing and Community Development requesting the City of Racine transfer properties from City of Racine to Racine Revitalization Partnership for the purpose of redevelopment. (Res. 0332-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: Permission be granted to the Manager of Housing and Community Development to transfer 1624 Phillips Avenue, 1107 Twelfth Street, 1204 Highland Avenue and 1516 Owen Avenue to Racine Revitalization Partnership. Fiscal Note: Racine Revitalization Partnership will reimburse the City for the title transfer and recording fees for the property. No other funds will be owed by the City of Racine to donate the property.Referred  Action details Video Video
1075-18 A Wild Root Grant Agreement Amendment (Res. 0333-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the City Administrator and Director of City Development requesting an amendment to the Wild Root Grant Agreement allowing for the release of $175,000 in approved Grant Funds to effectuate the closing on real property at 500 Walton Avenue. (Res. 0333-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: To execute amendments to an approved grant agreement to allow for the release of $175,000 in approved grant funds to effectuate the closing on real property at 500 Walton Avenue. Fiscal Note: The $390,000 grant is funded through the Intergovernmental Shared Revenue Fund as approved by Resolution 0015-18 of May 1, 2018. $175,000 drawdown to be used at property closing with the remaining $215,000 to be drawn at closing of private financing by December 31, 2019.Referred  Action details Video Video
1078-18 A 2019 Operating Budget BID No. 1CommunicationSubject: Communication from Kelly Kruse, representing Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown, for approval of its proposed 2019 Operating Plan. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: To Defer this item to the next scheduled Finance & Personnel Committee meeting on Monday, November 12, 2018, to allow Kelly Kruse, representing the Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown, the opportunity to speak before the Committee. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 11/12/2018:To approve the Business Improvement District No. 1, Downtown, proposed 2019 Operating Plan and direct the Finance Director to include the Districts special charges on the 2018 property tax bills of affected parcels. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Video Video
1084-18 A Communication from the Mayor's Office requesting that the City apply for an Advancing Cities Grant from JPMorgan Chase. (Res. 0334-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Mayor requesting that the City of Racine apply for an Advancing Cities Grant from JPMorgan Chase. (Grant #00199) (Res. 0334-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/22/2018: Permission be granted to the Mayor to apply for an Advancing Cities Grant from JPMorgan Chase. (Grant #00199) Fiscal Note: The grant has the potential of generating $1 million per year for a total of $3 million over three years. No City Match on part of the city.Referred  Action details Video Video
1090-18 A Communication from the Mayor requesting that the City of Racine Code of Ordinances be amended to reconstitute the City Assessor and the Human Resources Manager as Administrative Managers. (Res. 0350-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Mayor requesting that the City of Racine Code of Ordinances be amended to reconstitute the City Assessor and the Human Resources Manager as Administrative Managers. (Res. 0350-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10-22-2018: That the City of Racine, Code of Ordinances be amended to reconstitute the City Assessor and the Human Resources Manager as Administrative Managers. Fiscal Note: Any salary increases for the positions are included in the 2019 City of Racine Budget as proposed by the Mayor.Referred  Action details Video Video
1068-18 A Communication from the Chief Building Inspector requesting to make a change to Sec.114-739 of the Racine Zoning Ordinance regarding surface drainage plans. (ZOrd. 0001-19)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief Building Inspector requesting to make changes to Sec.114-739 of the Racine Zoning Ordinance regarding surface drainage plans. (ZOrd. 0001-19) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 01-08-19: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-12-19: That an ordinance be prepared and public hearing set. Fiscal Note: N/AReferred  Action details Video Video
1074-18 A Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20180006, PS - 2018 Stormwater Utility Support Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res. 0344-18)CommunicationSubject: Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20180006, PS - 2018 Stormwater Utility Support Services, AECOM, consultant. (Res. 0344-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-30-18: That Amendment No. 1 to Contract 20180006, PS - 2018 Stormwater Utility Support Services, AECOM, consultant, as submitted, be approved. Fiscal Note: Amendment No. 1 is in the not-to-exceed amount of $9,500.00, bringing the total contract amount to $59,500.00. Funding for this project is available in Org-Object 60484-52100, PS, Storm Water Utility.Referred  Action details Video Video
0966-18 A Communication from Mayor Mason, to enter into negotiations with Mt. Pleasant for an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Racine, Racine Water Utility and Village of Mt. Pleasant relating to impacts on public services associated with the VillageCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Mason, to enter into negotiations with Mt. Pleasant for an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Racine, Racine Water Utility and Village of Mt. Pleasant relating to impacts on public services associated with the Village of Mt. Pleasant tax increment district number 5. (Res. 0315-18) Recommendation of the Racine Waterworks Commission on 9/25/18: To approve entering into negotiations with the Village of Mt. Pleasant for an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Racine, Racine Water Utility and Village of Mt. Pleasant relating to impacts on public services associated with the Village of Mt. Pleasant Tax Increment District No. 5 (TID #5) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/08/2018: To approve the negotiated intergovernmental agreement between the City of Racine, Racine Water Utility, and Village of Mt. Pleasant. Fiscal Note: The Village of Mount Pleasant has agreed to provisions which hold the City and its water utility rate-payers harmless from any possible short-falls in water utility revenues necessary to ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0983-18 A Intergovt Agrmt w/City - Relocation of Interceptor Swr (Res. 0314-18)CommunicationSubject: Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine Wastewater Utility for the Relocation of a 39" Interceptor Sewer (Res. 0314-18) Recommendation of the Racine Wastewater Commission on 9/25/18: Approve Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/08/2018:To approve the Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine Wastewater Utility for the Relocation of a 39" Interceptor Sewer. Fiscal Note: All costs associated with the interceptor sewer relocation to be covered by the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1013-18 A Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #11-2018 - Audit Services (Res. 0308-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #11-2018 - Audit Services (Res. 0308-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/08/2018: To award contract for audit services to Baker Tilly Virchow Krause LLP. Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are expected to be included in future budgets. The estimated annual value of the contract $80,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1014-18 A Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #13-2018 - Stump Removal & Parkway Restoration (Res. 0310-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #13-2018 - Stump Removal & Parkway Restoration. (Res. 0310-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/08/2018: To award contract for stump removal & parkway restoration to Trees “R” Us at their bid price of $85,608. Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in 45150 57110 and (CDBG account to be determined). The estimated annual value of the contract $85,608.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1015-18 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator reqeusting permission to accept funds in the amount of $4,500 for the Racine County Medical Reserve (MRC) Unit activities. (Res. 0311-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept funds in the amount of $4,500 for the Racine County Medical Reserve (MRC) Unit activities.(Res. 0311-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/08/2018: Permission be granted to the Mayor and City Clerk to accept funds in the amount of $4,500 for the Racine County Medical Reserve (MRC) Unit activities. Fiscal Note: No City match requiredApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1016-18 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator reqeusting permission to accept State funding in the amount of $311,560 for the continuation of programs and services. (Res. 0312-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to accept State funding in the amount of $311,560 for the continuation of programs and services.(Res. 0312-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/08/2018: Permission be granted to the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding in the total amount of $311,560 from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Public Health for the continuation of programs and services. Fiscal Note: No City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1018-18 A Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss the revision of Municipal Code Article II, Section 46-33 Purchases under $1,000.00. (Res. 0309-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss the revision of Municipal Code Article II, Section 46-33 Purchases under $1,000.00. (Res. 0309-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/08/2018: Refer to City Attorney's Office to update Municipal Code Article II, Section 46-33 Purchases under $1,000.00 as outlined in the attached Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1020-18 A Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the City to accept $12500 from Racine County toward the development of a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center application. (Res. 0313-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission for the City to accept $12500 from Racine County toward the development of a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center application. (Res. 0313-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 10/08/2018: Permission be granted to the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) by and between Racine County and City of Racine, and for the City to accept $12,500.00 from Racine County toward the development of a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center application. Fiscal Note: No City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1005-18 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the 2018 Pavement Management System Summary Report.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting the 2018 Pavement Management System Summary Report. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1017-18 A Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #14-2018 - Concrete Work Horlick Athletic FieldCommunicationSubject: Purchasing Agent wishing to discuss bid results from Official Notice #14-2018 - Concrete Work Horlick Athletic Field. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: Receive and file. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1031-18 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170034, 2017 CCTV and Manhole Inspection, Northern Pipe, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0321-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170034, 2017 CCTV and Manhole Inspection, Northern Pipe, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0321-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170034, 2017 CCTV and Manhole Inspections, Northern Pipe, Inc., contractor, be approved in the deduct amount of ($25,625.90). Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: ($26,984.07) - Org-Object 40102-57560, RWW Interceptor CCTV $ 7,046.42 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers, Misc Loc ($ 5,688.25 ) - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer, Var Loc ($25,625.90) - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1032-18 A Bid results on Contract 20180091, Tuckpointing - Racine Zoo.(Res. 0320-18)CommunicationSubject: Bid results on Contract 20180091, Tuckpointing - Racine Zoo.(Res. 0320-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: That bids for Contract 20180091, Tuckpointing - Racine Zoo, be awarded to RestoreWorks Masonry Restoration, at their bid price of $31,521.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Public Works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45050-57200, Zoo-Tuckpointing. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1033-18 A Final Payment on Contract 20170016, Chavez Center - Rehab Basement, Rasch Construciton & Engineering, Inc. (Res. 0317-18)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20170016, Chavez Center - Rehab Basement, Rasch Construction & Engineering, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0317-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: That the work done by Rasch Construction & Engineering, Inc., under contract 20170016, Chavez Center - Rehab Basement, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $104,262.21. Final Payment to include retainage. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0402-17 of December 5, 2017.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1035-18 A Final Payment on Contract 20170039, Wustum Concrete Patio, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. (Res. 0318-18)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20170039, Wustum Concrete Patio, A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0318-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: That the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under contract 20170039, Wustum Concrete Patio, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $56,802.46. Final Payment to include retainage. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0905-17 of October 3, 2017.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1036-18 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of Michele Lusk, requesting traffic control at the intersection of St. Patrick Street and Summit Avenue.(Res. 0316-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer, on behalf of Michele Lusk, requesting traffic control at the intersection of St. Patrick Street and Summit Avenue. (Res. 0316-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: Recommends that the request to install a yield sign at the intersection of St. Patrick Street and Summit Avenue be granted. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1037-18 A Communication from Goodland School (4800 Graceland Blvd.) seeking permission for the placement of portable pedestrian walk signs.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from Goodland School (4800 Graceland Blvd.) seeking permission for the placement of portable pedestrian walk signs. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: Recommends that the request to place portable pedestrian walk signs on the 4800 Block of Graceland Blvd. be approved. Further recommends that RUSD (Goodland School) be permitted to place the sign from 6:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. on school days, subject to the following conditions: 1. RUSD (Goodland School) is responsible for procuring the movable "yield-to-pedestrian within crosswalk" sign and maintaining it. 2. The sign meets all the requirements of the latest edition of the FHWA (Federal Highway Association) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). 3. The sign is placed on the centerline of the roadway on Graceland Blvd., in the painted crosswalk at the intersection of Echo Lane and Graceland Blvd., as to not obstruct vehicular traffic. 4. The sign will be removed by RUSD (Goodland School) during snow & ice operations, and as directed by the CommApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1049-18 A Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting to discuss establishing special event parking rates. (Res. 0319-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting to discuss establishing special event parking rates. (Res. 0319-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: Recommends to set a $2.00 per space per day rate to reserve a public parking lot for designated special event attendees. Further recommends to set a $1.25 per space per day rate for a special event to provide pre-paid parking in a public parking lot that can be used by the public. Further recommends that the existing contract agreements with entities be reviewed and renegotiated at the end of the current term of the agreement. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1050-18 A Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting to discuss traffic issues around schools.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting to discuss traffic issues around schools. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-9-18: Direct the City Engineer to analyze the traffic signage around Horlick High School to determine if it complies with the MUTCD requirements. Further recommends that the item be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1058-18 A In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted: A. Recommends that Section 94-67(b) of Schedule D of the Municipal CodCommunicationSubject: In accordance with Section 2-95 of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine, recommends that the following requests for changes in traffic code be granted: A. Recommends that Section 94-67(b) of Schedule D of the Municipal Code of the General Ordinances of the City of Racine relative to "Yield right-of-way intersections" be amended: By Including: 1. Right-of-way traffic on "Summit Avenue"; Yield right-of-way traffic on "St. Patrick Street".Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0828-18 A Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District wishing to discuss safety concerns and issues associated with the property located at 2910 Taylor Ave, Apt 202.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Alderman of the 1st District wishing to discuss safety concerns and issues associated with the property located at 2910 Taylor Ave, Apt 202. 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 property located at 2910 Taylor Ave, Apt 202 be deferred. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 09-25-18: That the communication from the Alderman of the 1st District wishing to discuss safety concerns and issues associated with the property located at 2910 Taylor Ave, Apt 202 be deferred for two weeks. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-09-18: That the communication from the Alderman of the 1st District wishing to discuss safety concerns and issues associated with the property located at 2910 Taylor Ave, Apt 202 be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1025-18 A Communication from the Fire Chief recommending approval of the Racine County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (Res. 0322-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief recommending approval of the Racine County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update.(Res. 0322-18) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-09-18: That the communication from the Fire Chief recommending approval of the Racine County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1041-18 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, October 4, 2018.CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, October 4, 2018. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 10-09-18: That the item be Received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder from the two bids was Sturtevant Auto Salvage. Fiscal Note: This will generate $21,420.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1053-18 A (Res. 0323-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Theodore Harris III seeking a conditional use permit to operate a convenience store at 2712 - 17th Street offering merchandise such as foods, household goods, health and beauty aids, toys, gifts, limited clothing items, and other similar type items. (PC-18) (Res. 0323-18) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-10-18: That based on the findings of fact, the request from Theodore Harris III seeking a conditional use permit to operate a convenience store at 2712 - 17th Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 10, 2018 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all of the following development standards be complied with prior to occupancy: 1. Site be landscaped and maintained as required by Sec. 114-743. Specifically the vegetation in the western side of the building’s foundation be removed; and 2. A decorative trash can be provided on the exterior of the building along the sidewalk area; and 3. Installation of a bike rack in Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1054-18 A (Res. 0324-18)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Barb Waltman, Dan Oakes as agent, of Sekao Inc. seeking a conditional use permit to operate an automobile vehicle sales facility, including a garage for the storage and servicing of motor vehicles, at 6000 - 21st Street. (PC-18) (Res. 0324-18) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-10-18: That based on the findings of fact, the request from Barb Waltman, Dan Oakes as agent, of Sekao Inc. seeking a conditional use permit to operate an automobile sales facility, including a garage for the storage and servicing of motor vehicles, at 6000 - 21st Street be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 10, 2018 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all of the following development standards be complied with prior to occupancy unless otherwise noted: 1. Site be landscaped and maintained as required by Sec. 114-735 in accordance with a plan to be submitted by applicant. Plantings shall be submitted to the Department of City Development and apprApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1055-18 A  Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of amendments to the City of Racine Municipal Code Chapter 114, Article VIII Flood Regulation, as mandated by FEMA, in relation to amended flood insurance rate map panels 113 and 226. (PC-18) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 10-10-18: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled to amend Section 114-845(2)(a) to reflect the FEMA map panel revisions for Panels 113 and 226. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1060-18 A Direct ReferralCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request for an amendment to the Multifamily Revolving Loan Fund Program (Res No. 0104-17) Recommendation of the Loan Board of review on 10-11-2018: That the recommendation of amendment of the CDBG Multifamily Revolving Loan Program regulations as presented by City Development staff, and to permit commitment and expenditure of any funds allocated to the Multifamily Revolving Loan Fund in 2018 or subsequent years be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1061-18 A Direct Referral (Res. 0325-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Lutheran Social Services for a CDBG Multifamily Loan for 1701 Packard Avenue (“Gold Medal Lofts”) (Res. 0325-18) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on 10-11-2018: That the resolution to Loan Lutheran Social Services $1,320,000 for acquisition costs of 1701 Packard Avenue at 1% interest over 20 years contingent on cash flow be approved. Mortgage, note, and CDBG agreement to be signed at closing contingent on full project financing, environmental clearance, and compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request following reallocation as recommended by City Development staff. The CDBG funds shown above are inclusive of the amount previously allocated to the project through Resolution 0395-17.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1062-18 A Direct Referral (Res. 0326-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Brinshore Development for a CDBG Multifamily Loan for the St. Paul Commons project. (Res. 0326-18) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on 10.11.2018: That the resolution to Brinshore Development for up to $350,000 for eligible costs related to the St. Paul Commons project at 1% interest over 20 years contingent on cash flow be approved. Mortgage, note, and CDBG agreement to be signed at closing contingent on full project financing, environmental clearance, and compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request following reallocation as recommended by City Development staff.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1063-18 A Direct Referral (Res. 0327-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by Cardinal Capital Management for a CDBG Multifamily Loan for the Ajax Redevelopment at 1520 Clark Street.(Res. 0327-18) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on 10-11-2018: That the resolution to Cardinal Capital Management for $600,000 for eligible costs related to the Ajax Redevelopment at 1% interest over 20 years contingent on cash flow be approved. Mortgage, note, and CDBG agreement to be signed at closing contingent on full project financing, environmental clearance, and compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request following reallocation as recommended by City Development staff.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1064-18 A Direct Referral (Res. 0328-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Request by J. Jeffers and Co. for a Multifamily Loan for the Horlick Lofts project at 2100 Northwestern Avenue.(Res. 0328-18) Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on 10-11-2018: That the resolution to J. Jeffers and Co. for up to $250,000 for eligible costs related to the Horlick Lofts project at 1% interest over 20 years contingent on cash flow be approved. Mortgage, note, and CDBG agreement to be signed at closing contingent on full project financing, environmental clearance, and compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request following reallocation as recommended by City Development staff.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1009-18 A Ord. 0015-18 to repeal and recreate Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2-64 Order of Business, and Ord. 0016-18 to repeal and recreate Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2-62 Regular Meeting Times.CommunicationSubject: Communication submitting Ord. 0015-18 to repeal and recreate Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2-64 Order of Business, and Ord. 0016-18 to repeal and recreate Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2-62 Regular Meeting Times. Recommendation of the Committee of the Whole on 10-02-2018: That Ord. 0015-18 be approved, and that Ord. 0016-18 be approved, as amended to replace the phrase “…the regular meeting immediately preceding…” in paragraph 2 of Part 1 to read “a regular meeting preceding….” and by substituting the word “present” for the word “elect” in both paragraph 1 and paragraph 2 of Part 1; and by inserting the words “or canceled” following the word “changed” in the first sentence of paragraph 2 of Part 1 of Ord. 0016-18. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
1086-18 A Committee AppointmentsCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Mason nominating appointmens to the following committees, boards and/or commissions: Appoint Robert Turner, 36 McKinley Ave Racine, 53404 to the Police and Fire Commission for a 5 year term ending April 30, 2023.ApprovedPass Action details Video Video
1004-18 A Subject: Communication from WE Energies on September 19, 2018 requesting an easement to cover the installation and maintenance of an electric cable extension across a portion of Johnson Park property. (Res. 0329-15)CommunicationSubject: Communication from WE Energies on September 19, 2018 requesting an easement to cover the installation and maintenance of an electric cable extension across a portion of Johnson Park property. (Res. 0329-15) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on October 10, 2018: To Recommend for Approval the communication from WE Energies on September 19, 2018 requesting an easement to cover the installation and maintenance of an electric cable extension across a portion of Johnson Park property. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0308-18 A Official Notice #11-2018 - Audit ServicesResolutionOfficial Notice #11-2018 - Audit Services Resolved, that contract for audit services is awarded to Baker Tilly Virchow Krause LLP. Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are expected to be included in future budgets. The estimated annual value of the contract $80,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0309-18 A Revision of Municipal Code Article II, Section 46-33 Purchases under $1,000.00ResolutionRevision of Municipal Code Article II, Section 46-33 Purchases under $1,000.00 Resolved, that the City Attorney's Office is approved to update Municipal Code Article II, Section 46-33 Purchases under $1,000.00 as outlined in the attachment. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0310-18 A Official Notice #13-2018 - Stump Removal & Parkway RestorationResolutionOfficial Notice #13-2018 - Stump Removal & Parkway Restoration Resolved, that contract for stump removal & parkway restoration is awarded to Trees “R” Us at their bid price of $85,608. Fiscal Note: Funds for these services are available in 45150 57110 and (CDBG account to be determined). The estimated annual value of the contract $85,608.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0311-18 A Racine County Medical Reserve (MRC) Unit ActivitiesResolutionRacine County Medical Reserve (MRC) Unit Activities Resolved, that permission is granted to the Mayor and City Clerk to accept funds in the amount of $4,500 for the Racine County Medical Reserve (MRC) Unit activities. Fiscal Note: No City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0312-18 A $311,560 State Funding for the Continuation of Programs and ServicesResolution$311,560 State Funding for the Continuation of Programs and Services Resolved, that permission is granted to the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a Contract Agreement and to accept funding in the total amount of $311,560 from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Public Health for the continuation of programs and services. Fiscal Note: No City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0313-18 A $12,500 from Racine County Toward Development of a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center ApplicationResolution$12,500 from Racine County Toward Development of a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center Application Resolved, that permission is granted to the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) by and between Racine County and City of Racine, and for the City to accept $12,500.00 from Racine County toward the development of a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center application. Fiscal Note: No City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0314-18 A Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Racine and the Racine Wastewater Utility for the Relocation of a 39" Interceptor SewerResolutionIntergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Racine and the Racine Wastewater Utility for the Relocation of a 39" Interceptor Sewer Resolved, that the Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Racine and the Racine Wastewater Utility for the Relocation of a 39" Interceptor Sewer is approved. Fiscal Note: All costs associated with the interceptor sewer relocation to be covered by the City of Racine.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0316-18 A Traffic Control at the Intersection of St. Patrick Street and Summit AvenueResolutionTraffic Control at the Intersection of St. Patrick Street and Summit Avenue Resolved, that the request to install a yield sign at the intersection of St. Patrick Street and Summit Avenue is granted. Fiscal Note: The estimated cost of this signage will result in an installation cost of $200.00 and an annual maintenance cost of $80.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0317-18 A Final Payment on Contract 20170016 - Chavez Center - Rehab BasementResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20170016 - Chavez Center - Rehab Basement Resolved, that the work done by Rasch Construction & Engineering, Inc., under contract 20170016, Chavez Center - Rehab Basement, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $104,262.21. Final Payment to include retainage. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0402-17 of December 5, 2017.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0318-18 A Final Payment on Contract 20170039 - Wustum Concrete PatioResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20170039 - Wustum Concrete Patio Resolved, that the work done by A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., under contract 20170039 - Wustum Concrete Patio, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $56,802.46. Final Payment to include retainage. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0905-17 of October 3, 2017.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0319-18 A Establishing Special Event Parking RatesResolutionEstablishing Special Event Parking Rates Resolved, that the recommendation to set a $2.00 per space per day rate to reserve a public parking lot for designated special event attendees is approved. Further resolved, that a $1.25 per space per day rate is approved for a special event to provide pre-paid parking in a public parking lot that can be used by the public. Further resolved, that the existing contract agreements with entities be reviewed and renegotiated at the end of the current term of the agreement. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0320-18 A Contract 20180091 - Tuckpointing at Racine ZooResolutionContract 20180091 - Tuckpointing at Racine Zoo Resolved, that bid for Contract 20180091 - Tuckpointing at Racine Zoo is awarded to RestoreWorks Masonry Restoration, at it's bid price of $31,521.00, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this Public Works project be appropriated from Org-Object 45050-57200, Zoo-Tuckpointing.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0321-18 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170034 - 2017 CCTV and Manhole InspectionResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 20170034 - 2017 CCTV and Manhole Inspection Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170034 - 2017 CCTV and Manhole Inspections, Northern Pipe, Inc., contractor, is approved in the deduct amount of ($25,625.90). Fiscal Note: Funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: ($26,984.07) - Org-Object 40102-57560, RWW Interceptor CCTV $ 7,046.42 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers, Misc Loc ($ 5,688.25) - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewer, Var Loc ($25,625.90) - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0322-18 A Racine County Hazard Mitigation Plan UpdateResolutionRacine County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Resolved, that the communication from the Fire Chief recommending approval of the Racine County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update is approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0323-18 A Convenience Store at 2712 - 17th StreetResolutionConvenience Store at 2712 - 17th Street Resolved, that based on the findings of fact, the request from Theodore Harris III seeking a conditional use permit to operate a convenience store at 2712 - 17th Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 10, 2018 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all of the following development standards be complied with prior to occupancy: 1. Site be landscaped and maintained as required by Sec. 114-743. Specifically the vegetation in the western side of the building’s foundation be removed; and 2. A decorative trash can be provided on the exterior of the building along the sidewalk area; and 3. Installation of a bike rack in the parkway area of the right-of-way c. That if, prior to the issuance of an Occupancy Permit, required development standards listed in “b” above have not been or cannot be completed, a financial surety shall be provided to the City. The surety shall be in a format as approved by the City Attorney’s office, and Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0324-18 A Automobile Sales Facility to Include a Garage for Storage and Servicing at 6000 - 21st StreetResolutionAutomobile Sales Facility to Include a Garage for Storage and Servicing at 6000 - 21st Street Resolved, that based on the findings of fact, the request from Barb Waltman, Dan Oakes as agent, of Sekao Inc. seeking a conditional use permit to operate an automobile sales facility, including a garage for the storage and servicing of motor vehicles, at 6000 - 21st Street is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on October 10, 2018 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all of the following development standards be complied with prior to occupancy unless otherwise noted: 1. Site be landscaped and maintained as required by Sec. 114-735 in accordance with a plan to be submitted by applicant. Plantings shall be submitted to the Department of City Development and approved prior to installation. Installation to occur by May 1, 2019; and 2. A transitional yard of no less than 6 feet be installed along the northern lot line and wall, fence, or densely planted compact hedge , not less than five feetApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0325-18 A CDBG Multifamily Loan for 1701 Packard Avenue (“Gold Medal Lofts”)ResolutionCDBG Multifamily Loan for 1701 Packard Avenue (“Gold Medal Lofts”) Resolved, that Lutheran Social Services is approved for a loan of $1,320,000 for acquisition costs of 1701 Packard Avenue at 1% interest over 20 years contingent on cash flow be approved. Mortgage, note, and CDBG agreement to be signed at closing contingent on full project financing, environmental clearance, and compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request following reallocation as recommended by City Development staff. The CDBG funds shown above are inclusive of the amount previously allocated to the project through Resolution 0395-17.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0326-18 A CDBG Multifamily Loan for the St. Paul Commons ProjectResolutionCDBG Multifamily Loan for the St. Paul Commons Project Resolved, that Brinshore Development is approved for a loan of up to $350,000 for eligible costs related to the St. Paul Commons project at 1% interest over 20 years contingent on cash flow be approved. Mortgage, note, and CDBG agreement to be signed at closing contingent on full project financing,environmental clearance, and compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request following reallocation as recommended by City Development staff.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0327-18 A CDBG Multifamily Loan for the Ajax Redevelopment at 1520 Clark StreetResolutionCDBG Multifamily Loan for the Ajax Redevelopment at 1520 Clark Street Resolved, that Cardinal Capital Management is approved for a loan of $600,000 for eligible costs related to the Ajax Redevelopment at 1% interest over 20 years contingent on cash flow be approved. Mortgage, note, and CDBG agreement to be signed at closing contingent on full project financing, environmental clearance, and compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request following reallocation as recommended by City Development staff.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0328-18 A Multifamily Loan for the Horlick Lofts project at 2100 Northwestern AvenueResolutionMultifamily Loan for the Horlick Lofts project at 2100 Northwestern Avenue Resolved, that J. Jeffers and Co. is approved for a loan of up to $250,000 for eligible costs related to the Horlick Lofts project at 1% interest over 20 years contingent on cash flow be approved. Mortgage, note, and CDBG agreement to be signed at closing contingent on full project financing, environmental clearance, and compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws. Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request following reallocation as recommended by City Development staff.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0329-18 A Johnson ParkResolutionJohnson Park Resolved that, the communication from WE Energies on September 19, 2018 requesting an easement to cover the installation and maintenance of an electric cable extension across a portion of Johnson Park property, is approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0315-18 A Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Racine, Racine Water Utility and Village of Mt. Pleasant - Village of Mt. Pleasant Tax Increment District Number 5 and Impacts on Public ServicesResolutionIntergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Racine, Racine Water Utility and Village of Mt. Pleasant - Village of Mt. Pleasant Tax Increment District Number 5 and Impacts on Public Services Resolved, that the negotiated intergovernmental agreement between the City of Racine, Racine Water Utility, and Village of Mt. Pleasant is approved. Fiscal Note: The Village of Mount Pleasant has agreed to provisions which hold the City and its water utility rate-payers harmless from any possible short-falls in water utility revenues necessary to cover the added debt service costs associated with the $26,800,000 in “deficiency costs”. In addition, the City will receive new, added revenues to its General Fund equaling: $150,000 for Public Safety in 2019 and each of the successive, 29 years thereafter ($4,500,000 total during life of TID #5); as well as $102,000 more for Transit in 2019, and a formula-based amount thereafter for each of the successive 29 years which will have Mount Pleasant pay its proportionate share of Transit expenditures. And, the new developments in the City subject tApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
Ord.0017-18 A Ordinance 17-18 - Flood PanelsOrdinanceOrdinance 0017-18 To amend Chapter 114 - Zoning of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin. The Common Council of the City of Racine, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: Part 1: Amend section of Chapter 114, Article VIII Flood Regulations, Division 1, Section 114-845(2)(a) Flood insurance rate map (FIRM), as follows: Delete the citation of panel number 55101C0113D and replace with the citation of panel number 55101C0113E (effective date 02/01/2019), and void FIRM 55101C0113D and replace with FIRM 55101C0113E. Part 2: Amend section of Chapter 114, Article VIII Flood Regulations, Division 1, Section 114-845(2)(a) Flood insurance rate map (FIRM), as follows: Delete the citation of panel number 55101C0226D and replace with the citation of panel number 55101C0226E (effective date 02/01/2019), and void FIRM 55101C0226D and replace with FIRM 55101C0226E. Part 3: Amend section of Chapter 144, Article VIII Flood Regulations, Division 1, Section 114-845(2)(a) Flood insurance rate map (FIRM), as follows: Delete the portion of the paragraph stating: “with corresponding proReferred  Action details Video Video