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Meeting Name: Common Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 3/20/2018 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall, Room 205
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0224-18 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Clerk submitting the Mayor’s veto of the Common Council’s action on Item 1100-17 referring the item to the Committee of the Whole. The Mayor specifically and only vetoes that part of the Common Council’s actioCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Clerk submitting the Mayor’s veto of the Common Council’s action on Item 1100-17 referring the item to the Committee of the Whole. The Mayor specifically and only vetoes that part of the Common Council’s action that requires the Committee of the Whole take action on this agenda item within 30 days. This item appeared on page 10 of the March 6, 2018, Common Council Agenda. It was the request to discuss the removal of all parking meters in the City of Racine. If the Mayor’s veto is sustained, the Common Council may take other or additional action on Item 1100-17.DeniedFail Action details Video Video
0225-18 A Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Clerk submitting the Mayor’s veto of the Common Council’s action on Item 1038-17 referring the item to the Committee of the Whole. This item appeared on page 11 of the March 6, 2018, Common Council AgCommunicationSubject: Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Clerk submitting the Mayor’s veto of the Common Council’s action on Item 1038-17 referring the item to the Committee of the Whole. This item appeared on page 11 of the March 6, 2018, Common Council Agenda. It was the request of Sam and Lori Azarian seeking a major amendment to a conditional use permit for the construction yard component of a multi-tenant property at 1535 High Street. If the Mayor’s veto is sustained, the Common Council may take other or additional action on Item 1038-17.DeniedFail Action details Video Video
0225-18 A Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Clerk submitting the Mayor’s veto of the Common Council’s action on Item 1038-17 referring the item to the Committee of the Whole. This item appeared on page 11 of the March 6, 2018, Common Council AgCommunicationSubject: Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the City Clerk submitting the Mayor’s veto of the Common Council’s action on Item 1038-17 referring the item to the Committee of the Whole. This item appeared on page 11 of the March 6, 2018, Common Council Agenda. It was the request of Sam and Lori Azarian seeking a major amendment to a conditional use permit for the construction yard component of a multi-tenant property at 1535 High Street. If the Mayor’s veto is sustained, the Common Council may take other or additional action on Item 1038-17.Referred  Action details Video Video
0268-18 A Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to waive formal bidding and sole source the purchase of the Lucas Chest Compression (CPR) System for the paramedic rescue squads. (Res. 0095-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Fire Chief requesting permission to waive formal bidding and sole source the purchase of the Lucas Chest Compression (CPR) System for the paramedic rescue squads. (Res. 0095-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 03.26.2018: The Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and contract with Physio Control, Inc. for LUCAS Chest Compression (CPR) Systems to be used on the paramedic rescue squads. Fiscal Note: Cost is approximately $50,000 and is budgeted under the 2018 CIP program.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0230-18 A Communication from the President of Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc., requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July Parade on July 4, 2018. (Res. 0096-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the President of Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc., requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July Parade on July 4, 2018. (Res. 0096-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-27-18: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain City streets on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, from 7:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M., to hold the 2018 Independence Day Parade. Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close the following streets: Main Street from Shoreland Drive to 14th Street 14th Street from the lake to Racine Street Michigan Boulevard from Goold Street to St. Patrick Street Ruby Avenue from South Street to Shoreland Drive Walton Avenue, Romayne Avenue, Augusta Street, Wolff Street, William Street, Isabelle Avenue and Melvin Avenue from Main Street to Green Street Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate wiReferredPass Action details Video Video
0256-18 A Communication from the Racine Arts Council requesting to close 5th Street, from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, from 12:00 Noon Friday, June 8, 2018 until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, June 10, 2018 for the annual Monument Square Art Festival. (Res. 0097-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Racine Arts Council requesting to close 5th Street, from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, from 12:00 Noon Friday, June 8, 2018 until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, June 10, 2018 for the annual Monument Square Art Festival. (Res. 0097-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-27-18: The request to close 5th Street, from Main Street to Wisconsin Avenue, from 12:00 Noon Friday, June 8, 2018, until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, June 10, 2018, for the Monument Square Art Festival be approved with the following stipulations: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid. B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event. C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor. D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event. E. The sponsor shall pay a $250.00 special event fee. F. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control Plan to the Engineering Department for approval, and pReferredPass Action details Video Video
0259-18 A Change Order No. 2 on Contract 20170005, Replace Elevator, City Hall Annex, Advanced Elevator, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0103-18)CommunicationSubject: Change Order No. 2 on Contract 20170005, Replace Elevator, City Hall Annex, Advanced Elevator, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0103-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-27-18: That Change Order No. 2 on Contract 20170005, Replace Elevator - City Hall Annex, Advanced Elevator, Inc., contractor, be approved in the amount of $3,600.00. Further recommends that funding to defray the cost of the change order be appropriated from Org-Object 45040-57200, Annex-Upgrade N. Elevator. Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0262-18 A Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the T-alley bounded by Lathrop Avenue to Monroe Avenue; Washington Avenue to Thirteenth Street (NS& EW). (Res. 0099-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 12th District requesting a preliminary resolution for paving the T-alley bounded by Lathrop Avenue to Monroe Avenue; Washington Avenue to Thirteenth Street (NS & EW). (Res. 0099-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-27-18: That a preliminary resolution be introduced for the paving of the T-alley bounded by Lathrop Avenue to Monroe Avenue; Washington Avenue to Thirteenth Street (NS & EW). Fiscal Note: This is an assessable alley project and, therefore, all costs will be paid by the abutting property owners.ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0186-18 A (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Vapemeisters, LLC, located at 420 Main Street, Carl Kump, Agent. (1st District).CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Vapemeisters, LLC, located at 420 Main Street, Carl Kump, Agent. (1st District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-27-2018: That the (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Vapemeisters, LLC, located at 420 Main Street, Carl Kump, Agent be deferred for two weeks. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 05-22-18: That the (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Vapemeisters, LLC, located at 420 Main Street, Carl Kump, Agent be denied for the following reasons. 1. Concerns about underage person being on the licensed premises and having easy access to alcohol. 2. Concerns about whether this will set a precedent for approving other businesses within the city to sell alcohol so long as they serve some food. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 6-12-18: That the (New) Application for a Class "B" ReferredPass Action details Video Video
0231-18 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Infusino All Sports LLC, located at 3458 Rapids Drive, Egidio Infusino, Agent. (6th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Infusino All Sports LLC, located at 3458 Rapids Drive, Egidio Infusino, Agent. (6th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-27-2018: That the (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Infusino All Sports LLC, located at 3458 Rapids Drive, Egidio Infusino, Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0288-18 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for The Main Legacy LLC dba Legacy on Main, 240B Main Street, Nicholas Payne, Agent. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for The Main Legacy LLC dba Legacy on Main, 240B Main Street, Nicholas Payne, Agent. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-27-2018: That the (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for The Main Legacy LLC dba Legacy on Main, 240B Main Street, Nicholas Payne, Agent be deferred for two weeks. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-24-2018: That the (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for The Main Legacy LLC dba Legacy on Main, 240B Main Street, Nicholas Payne, Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0292-18 A (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for AWW 1 LLC dba Pub on Wisconsin, 525 Wisconsin Ave, Andrew Wensing, Agent. (1st District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for AWW 1 LLC dba Pub on Wisconsin, 525 Wisconsin Ave, Andrew Wensing, Agent. (1st District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-27-2018: That the (New) Application for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for AWW 1 LLC dba Pub on Wisconsin, 525 Wisconsin Ave, Andrew Wensing, Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0275-18 A Application of Apple Hospitality Group LLC dba Applebee's, Timothy Geniesse, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2521 S. Green Bay Road. (14th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application of Apple Hospitality Group LLC dba Applebee's, Timothy Geniesse, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2521 S. Green Bay Road. (14th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-27-2018: That the (New) Application of Apple Hospitality Group LLC dba Applebee's, Timothy Geniesse, Agent, for a Change of Agent for a "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for 2521 S. Green Bay Road be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0261-18 A Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District, on behalf of Elizabeth Navarro, requesting a study of the intersection of Wright Avenue and West Boulevard and possible remediation.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 9th District, on behalf of Elizabeth Navarro, requesting a study of the intersection of Wright Avenue and West Boulevard and possible remediation. Alderman McCarthy and Elizabeth Navarro invited to the meeting. Recommendation of the Traffic Commission on 04-16-18: DeferReferredPass Action details Video Video
0205-18 A claim of Elias & Irma MorenoClaimSubject: Communication from the City Attorney submitting the claim of Elias Moreno and Irma Moreno for consideration. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: That the claim of Elias Moreno and Irma Moreno be denied. Fiscal Note: N/ADeniedPass Action details Video Video
0214-18 A Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the Beat Patrol-Overtime 2018 Grant (Grant Control #00170) (Res. 0081-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting to apply for and accept the Beat Patrol-Overtime 2018 Grant (Grant Control #00170) (Res. 0081-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: To apply for and accept the Beat Patrol-Overtime 2018 Grant in the amount of $100,000 (Grant Control# 00170). Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0215-18 A Communication from the Chief of Police to obtain permission to waive the formal bidding procedures and instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole source procurement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. (Res. 0082-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief of Police to obtain permission to waive the formal bidding procedures and instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole source procurement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. (Res. 0082-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: Permission be granted for the Chief of Police to waive the formal bidding procedures and to instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole source procurement with Axon Enterprises, Inc.'s TASER Conducted Electrical Weapons. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0220-18 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting results for Official Notice #3-2018, Forestry Maintenance for Golf Courses, Cemeteries & Wustum Museum. (Res. 0080-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting results for Official Notice #3-2018, Forestry Maintenance for Golf Courses, Cemeteries & Wustum Museum. (Res. 0080-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: To award Official Notice #3-2018, Forestry Maintenance for Golf Courses, Cemeteries & Wustum Museum to Droprite Tree & Landscape LLC, they being the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder for the size of trees normally assigned to this contract. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 60585 52100 Golf course - $16,000; 22450 52200 Cemeteries - $12,000; 15098 52200 Wustum Museum - $2,000.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0243-18 A (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of City Development requesting approval of a draft resolution supporting a grant application for $250,000 from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Community Development Investment Grant ProgramCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of City Development requesting approval of a draft resolution supporting a grant application for $250,000 from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Community Development Investment Grant Program for the construction of the Wild Root Market, a local food cooperative to be located at 500 Walton Avenue. The resolution would allow the Mayor and Treasurer to sign the grant application and receive the grant on behalf of the Wild Root Market. (Res. 0079-18) Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: To approve a draft resolution supporting a grant application for $250,000 from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Community Development Investment Grant Program for the construction of the Wild Root Market, a local food cooperative to be located at 500 Walton Avenue. The resolution would allow the Mayor and Treasurer to sign the grant application and receive the grant on behalf of the Wild Root Market. Fiscal Note: The grant has been issued a grant control number of 00172. The grant doesAdoptedPass Action details Video Video
0248-18 A Communication from the Mayor requesting, From Intergovernmental Funds, an allocation of $900,000 to the following: (Res. 0078-18) $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation cCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor requesting, From Intergovernmental Funds, an allocation of $900,000 to the following: (Res. 0078-18) $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation can be reimbursed as a legitimate TID-related expense, direct City staff to ensure those reimbursements occur to the fullest extent of the law. $275,000 to RCEDC for consulting services related to economic development. Services would include communications, economic development planning, smart city design, transit, and working collaboratively with the private sector and Racine’s municipal neighbors. $500,000 to RCEDC to contract for worker training services to City residents to prepare for construction-related jobs coming to the area. Preference shall be given to opportunities for matching funds. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: That $900,000 from Intergovernmental Funds be allocated to the following: $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and reaAmendedFail Action details Video Video
0248-18 A Communication from the Mayor requesting, From Intergovernmental Funds, an allocation of $900,000 to the following: (Res. 0078-18) $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation cCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor requesting, From Intergovernmental Funds, an allocation of $900,000 to the following: (Res. 0078-18) $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation can be reimbursed as a legitimate TID-related expense, direct City staff to ensure those reimbursements occur to the fullest extent of the law. $275,000 to RCEDC for consulting services related to economic development. Services would include communications, economic development planning, smart city design, transit, and working collaboratively with the private sector and Racine’s municipal neighbors. $500,000 to RCEDC to contract for worker training services to City residents to prepare for construction-related jobs coming to the area. Preference shall be given to opportunities for matching funds. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: That $900,000 from Intergovernmental Funds be allocated to the following: $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and reaAmendedPass Action details Video Video
0248-18 A Communication from the Mayor requesting, From Intergovernmental Funds, an allocation of $900,000 to the following: (Res. 0078-18) $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation cCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor requesting, From Intergovernmental Funds, an allocation of $900,000 to the following: (Res. 0078-18) $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation can be reimbursed as a legitimate TID-related expense, direct City staff to ensure those reimbursements occur to the fullest extent of the law. $275,000 to RCEDC for consulting services related to economic development. Services would include communications, economic development planning, smart city design, transit, and working collaboratively with the private sector and Racine’s municipal neighbors. $500,000 to RCEDC to contract for worker training services to City residents to prepare for construction-related jobs coming to the area. Preference shall be given to opportunities for matching funds. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: That $900,000 from Intergovernmental Funds be allocated to the following: $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and reaAmendedFail Action details Video Video
0248-18 A Communication from the Mayor requesting, From Intergovernmental Funds, an allocation of $900,000 to the following: (Res. 0078-18) $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation cCommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Mayor requesting, From Intergovernmental Funds, an allocation of $900,000 to the following: (Res. 0078-18) $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation can be reimbursed as a legitimate TID-related expense, direct City staff to ensure those reimbursements occur to the fullest extent of the law. $275,000 to RCEDC for consulting services related to economic development. Services would include communications, economic development planning, smart city design, transit, and working collaboratively with the private sector and Racine’s municipal neighbors. $500,000 to RCEDC to contract for worker training services to City residents to prepare for construction-related jobs coming to the area. Preference shall be given to opportunities for matching funds. Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/12/2018: That $900,000 from Intergovernmental Funds be allocated to the following: $125,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and reaAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
784-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a comprehensive review/modification of streetlight removal and installation policy. (Res. 0092-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a comprehensive review/modification of streetlight removal and installation policy. (Res. 0092-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-26-17: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-27-18: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That the Commissioner of Public Works draft an AASHTO compliant WE Energies Street Light Placement Policy. Fiscal Note: N/AAmendedPass Action details Video Video
784-17 A Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a comprehensive review/modification of streetlight removal and installation policy. (Res. 0092-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 3rd District requesting a comprehensive review/modification of streetlight removal and installation policy. (Res. 0092-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 08-29-17: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 09-26-17: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-27-18: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That the Commissioner of Public Works draft an AASHTO compliant WE Energies Street Light Placement Policy. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
0217-18 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids on Official Notice No. 1-2018, two (2) heavy duty, low entry, dual steer cab truck chassis, with 25 cubic yard high compaction rear loading refuse packer with dual refuse cart lifters. (Res. 0083-18)CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids on Official Notice No. 1-2018, two (2) heavy duty, low entry, dual steer cab truck chassis, with 25 cubic yard high compaction rear loading refuse packer with dual refuse cart lifters. (Res. 0083-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That Official Notice No. 1-2018, be awarded to R.N.O.W., Inc., at their bid price of $428,664.00, for two (2) Mack LR 613 with Loadmaster Excel-S 25 packers, they being the low responsive, responsible bidder. It is further recommended that we accept their offer of $16,000.00 for our trade-ins. The net outlay for this purchase will be $412,664.00. Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in Org-Object 45140-57310, Solid Waste-Refuse Trucks.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0218-18 A Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids on Official Notice No. 2-2018, furnish and install of 5 cubic yard diesel dump trucks with snowplows, tailgate spreaders and liquid dispensing systems on two (2) 35,000 GVW diesel truck chassis. (ResCommunicationSubject: Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting bids on Official Notice No. 2-2018, furnish and install of 5 cubic yard diesel dump trucks with snowplows, tailgate spreaders and liquid dispensing systems on two (2) 35,000 GVW diesel truck chassis. (Res. 0084-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That Official Notice No. 2-2018, be awarded to Monroe Truck’s Equipment at their bid price of $121,684.00, for furnish and install of 5 cubic yard diesel dump trucks with snowplows, tailgate spreaders and liquid dispensing systems on two (2) 35,000 GVW diesel truck chassis, they being the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in Org-Object 45140-57310, Licensed Vehicles.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0234-18 A Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of manhole covers. (Res. 0087-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding procedures for the purchase of Neenah Foundry materials. (Res. 0087-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That the request of the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with Racine Municipal Code Section 46-28 that allows for the waiving of formal public bids for purchases over $25,000 for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further recommends that the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to negotiate with Neenah Foundry for the purchase of Neenah Foundry materials. Fiscal Note: These negotiations will be done on an as-needed basis.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0235-18 A Bid results on Contract 20180015, 2018 City Resurfacing - Phase 1 (R1). (Res. 0085-18)CommunicationSubject: Bid results on Contract 20180015, 2018 City Resurfacing - Phase 1 (R1). (Res. 0085-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That bids for Contract 20180015, 2018 City Resurfacing Phase 1 (R1), be awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., at their bid price of $1,099,072.65, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the below Org-Objects: $ 703,350.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 258,000.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers $ 68,697.65 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers $ 27,700.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, Sidewalk Replacement $ 14,100.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, Crosswalk Ramps $ 27,225.00 - Org-Object 45040-57510, Curb & Gutter Replacement $1,099,072.65 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0236-18 A Bid results on Contract 20180021, 2018 Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1). (Res. 0086-18)CommunicationSubject: Bid results on Contract 20180021, 2018 Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1). (Res. 0086-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That bids for Contract 20180021, 2018 Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), be awarded to Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., at their bid price of $1,431,707.25, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Further recommends that funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the below Org-Objects: $ 645,000.00 - Org-Object 40104-57500, Conc St Pvg-As $ 12,000.00 - Org-Object 40104-57500, Conc Aly Pvg-As $ 25,000.00 - Org-Object 40104-57510, New Conc C&G $ 192,707.25 - Org-Object 45040-57500, Conc Pvg-Msc Loc $ 3,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, Conc Pvg-Aly Pvg $ 80,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57510, C&G Repl $ 152,000.00 - Org-Object 22640-57560, San Sewers $ 212,000.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Strm Sewers $ 90,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW SW Repl $ 20,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, Crswk Rmp Repl $1,431,707.25 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are avApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0237-18 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170019, 2017 Parking Lots, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0088-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170019, 2017 Parking Lots, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0088-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170019, 2017 Parking Lots, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($7,209.51). Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: $ 4,804.20 - Org-Object 60383-57500, Parking System - Paving ($12,013.71) - Org-Object 45050-57110, Myers Pave Circle Drive ($ 7,209.51) - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0238-18 A Final Payment on Contract 20170019, 2017 Parking Lots, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0089-18)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20170019, 2017 Parking Lots, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0089-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That the work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc., under contract 20170019, 2017 Parking Lots, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $156,408.64. Final Payment to include retainage. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0151-17 of May 2, 2017.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0244-18 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170003, Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0090-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170003, Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0090-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170003, Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $68,284.55. Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: $60,868.17 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW Paving $ 7,416.38 - Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW Sidewalks. $68,284.55 - Total Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0245-18 A Final Payment on Contract 20170003, Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0091-18)CommunicationSubject: Final Payment on Contract 20170003, Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor. (Res. 0091-18) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-13-18: That the work done by LaLonde Contractors, Inc., under contract 20170003, Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,580,741.63. Final Payment to include retainage. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0135-17 of April 17, 2017.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0206-18 A (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Nino's Tacos & Catering, LLC / DBA: 911 Tacos, located at 817 Main Street, Alice Sauceda, Agent. (1st District).CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Nino's Tacos & Catering, LLC / DBA: 911 Tacos, located at 817 Main Street, Alice Sauceda, Agent. (1st District). Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-12-2018: That the (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Nino's Tacos & Catering, LLC/DBA: 911 Tacos, located at 817 Main Street, Alice Sauceda, Agent be received and filed as applicants have withdrawn their application. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0228-18 A (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Beachside Oasis LLC dba Beachside Oasis, 100 Kewaunee Ave, Scott Jensen, Agent. (4th District)CommunicationSubject: (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Beachside Oasis LLC dba Beachside Oasis, 100 Kewaunee Ave, Scott Jensen, Agent. (4th District) Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-12-2018: That the (New) Application for a Class "B" and "Class C" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License for Beachside Oasis LLC dba Beachside Oasis, 100 Kewaunee Ave, Scott Jensen, Agent be approved. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0260-18 A Ordinance 0001-18 - To repeal Chapter 3, Section 3-4, Child Safety Zone Exceptions.CommunicationSubject: Ordinance 0001-18 - To repeal Chapter 3, Section 3-4, Child Safety Zone Exceptions. Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-12-2018: That Ordinance 0001-18, To repeal Chapter 3, Section 3-4, Child Safety Zone Exceptions be adopted as presented. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0247-18 A CU 1427 Junction Avenue (Res. 0093-18)Conditional Use PermitSubject: (Direct Referral) A request from Ty Charles of GreenLight E Recycling, LLC, seeking a conditional use permit to operate a recycling drop-off site for electronics at 1427 Junction Avenue. (PC-18) (Res. 0093-18) Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-14-18: That the request be approved subject to conditions. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
0189-18 A Littleport Brewery CDBG RLF (Res. 0094-18)CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Resolution 18-06 recommending approval of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Revolving Loan Fund small business loan for $174,980 for the purpose of equipment and working capital and the creation of at least 5 full time equivalent jobs for Littleport Brewery at 214 Third Street and authorize the RDA Executive Director and Chairman to execute written agreements consistent with federal regulations. (Res. 0094-18) Recommendation of the Redevelopment Authority on 3-1-2018: That the request of Littleport Brewing Company, LLC for use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Development Revolving Loan Funds be approved. Further that the Mayor, City Clerk, and Director of City Development be authorized to execute written agreements with Littleport Brewing Company, LLC for loan assistance not to exceed One Hundred Seventy Four Thousand Nine Hundred and Eighty and 00/100 Dollars ($174,980.00) for the purpose of creating at least five [5] full-time equivalent jobs in the CIty of Racine, 51% of which to be held by members of Low/Moderate InApprovedPass Action details Video Video
0249-18 C Committee AppointmentCommunicationSubject: Communication from Mayor Mason nominating the following appointment to the Business Improvement District #1 (Downtown): Appoint Michelle Schimian, 2508 Taylor Ave, Racine, 53403 to fill a vacancy expiring December 31, 2017.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
1238-17 B Subject: [Direct Referral] Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to adopt for referral to the City of Racine Plan Commission the proposed amendment to the document titled, "A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 20CommunicationSubject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services to Adopt "A Park and Open Space Plan for the City of Racine: 2035," an Amendment to "A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035." (Resolution No. 11-2809) (ZOrd. 7-11) (Ord. 0007-18) Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services on 12-13-17: That this item be deferred. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services on 1-10-18: That this item be deferred. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services on 3-14-18: To approve the communication from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to Adopt "A Park and Open Space Plan for the City of Racine: 2035," an Amendment to "A Comprehensive Plan for the City of Racine: 2035," with amendments. (Resolution No. 11-2809) (ZOrd. 7-11). Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-9-18: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/AReferredPass Action details Video Video
0129-18 A Communication from Real Racine Event Manager requesting use of North Beach and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the Real Racine International Triathlon, and further requests staff and security be permitted to be upon park grounds during closed hours ThursdayCommunicationSubject: Communication from Real Racine Event Manager requesting use of North Beach and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the Real Racine International Triathlon, and further requests staff and security be permitted to be upon park grounds during closed hours Thursday, July 12, 2018 through Sunday, July 15, 2018. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services on March 14, 2018: To approve the communication from Real Racine Event Manager requesting use of North Beach and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the Real Racine International Triathlon, and further requests staff and security be permitted to be upon park grounds during closed hours Thursday, July 12, 2018 through Sunday, July 15, 2018. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0077-18 A Visioning a Greater RacineResolutionVisioning a Greater Racine WHEREAS, Visioning a Greater Racine is a grassroots movement driven by a community based-vision that wishes create a flourishing place residents are all proud to call home by 2030; WHEREAS, Visioning a Greater Racine has connected with more than 1,400 Racinians by providing an outlet to express their hopes, dreams, and aspirations for the region; WHEREAS, Visioning a Greater Racine has organized eleven Work, Action, Vision, Engagement (WAVE) Teams which work to implement the vision brought about by the Greater Racine community through collaboration, coordination & guided vision-based work; WHEREAS, Visioning a Greater Racine will work to address Education & Youth, Culture and Recreation, Healthy Productive Lives, Revitalization, Thriving Economy, Model of Environmental Sustainability, Social Justice, Diverse and Collaborative Leadership, Transportation, Pride and Positive Self-Image, and a Vibrant Atmosphere for Young Adults; WHEREAS, Visioning a Greater Racine has more than 400 volunteers participating in the implementation process; Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0080-18 A Official Notice #3-2018, Forestry Maintenance for Golf Courses, Cemeteries & Wustum MuseumResolutionOfficial Notice #3-2018, Forestry Maintenance for Golf Courses, Cemeteries & Wustum Museum Resolved, that Official Notice #3-2018, Forestry Maintenance for Golf Courses, Cemeteries & Wustum Museum is awarded to Droprite Tree & Landscape LLC, they being the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder for the size of trees normally assigned to this contract. Fiscal Note: Funds are available in account 60585 52100 Golf course - $16,000.00; 22450 52200 Cemeteries - $12,000.00; 15098 52200 Wustum Museum - $2,000.00.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0081-18 A Beat Patrol-Overtime 2018 Grant (Grant Control #00170)ResolutionBeat Patrol-Overtime 2018 Grant (Grant Control #00170) Resolved, that applying for and accepting the Beat Patrol-Overtime 2018 Grant in the amount of $100,000.00 (Grant Control# 00170) is approved. Fiscal Note: There is no City match required.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0082-18 A Axon Enterprises, Inc.ResolutionAxon Enterprises, Inc. Resolved, that permission is granted for the Chief of Police to waive the formal bidding procedures and to instruct the Purchasing Agent to negotiate sole source procurement with Axon Enterprises, Inc.'s TASER Conducted Electrical Weapons. Fiscal Note: N/AApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0083-18 A Official Notice No. 1-2018 - 2 Mack LR 613 with Loadmaster Excel-S 25 PackersResolutionOfficial Notice No. 1-2018 - 2 Mack LR 613 with Loadmaster Excel-S 25 Packers Resolved, that Official Notice No. 1-2018 is awarded to R.N.O.W., Inc., at their bid price of $428,664.00, for two (2) Mack LR 613 with Loadmaster Excel-S 25 packers, they being the low responsive, responsible bidder. Further resolved, that their offer of $16,000.00 for our trade-ins is approved. The net outlay for this purchase will be $412,664.00. Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in Org-Object 45140-57310, Solid Waste-Refuse Trucks.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0084-18 A Official Notice No. 2-2018 - 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump TrucksResolutionOfficial Notice No. 2-2018 - 5 Cubic Yard Diesel Dump Trucks Resolved, that Official Notice No. 2-2018, is awarded to Monroe Truck’s Equipment at their bid price of $121,684.00, for furnish and install of 5 cubic yard diesel dump trucks with snowplows, tailgate spreaders and liquid dispensing systems on two (2) 35,000 GVW diesel truck chassis, they being the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds for this purchase are available in Org-Object 45140-57310, Licensed Vehicles.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0085-18 A Contract 20180015 - 2018 City Resurfacing - Phase 1 (R1)ResolutionContract 20180015 - 2018 City Resurfacing - Phase 1 (R1) Resolved, that bids for Contract 20180015 - 2018 City Resurfacing Phase 1 (R1), are awarded to A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc., at their bid price of $1,099,072.65, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the below Org-Objects: $ 703,350.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, Asphalt Resurfacing $ 258,000.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers $ 68,697.65 - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers $ 27,700.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, Sidewalk Replacement $ 14,100.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, Crosswalk Ramps $ 27,225.00 - Org-Object 45040-57510, Curb & Gutter Replacement $1,099,072.65 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0086-18 A Contract 20180021, 2018 Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1)ResolutionContract 20180021, 2018 Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1) Resolved, that bids for Contract 20180021, 2018 Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), be awarded to Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., at their bid price of $1,431,707.25, it being the lowest responsible bidder. Fiscal Note: Funds to defray the cost of this Public Works Department project be appropriated from the below Org-Objects: $ 645,000.00 - Org-Object 40104-57500, Conc St Pvg-As $ 12,000.00 - Org-Object 40104-57500, Conc Aly Pvg-As $ 25,000.00 - Org-Object 40104-57510, New Conc C&G $ 192,707.25 - Org-Object 45040-57500, Conc Pvg-Msc Loc $ 3,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, Conc Pvg-Aly Pvg $ 80,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57510, C&G Repl $ 152,000.00 - Org-Object 22640-57560, San Sewers $ 212,000.00 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Strm Sewers $ 90,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW SW Repl $ 20,000.00 - Org-Object 45040-57515, Crswk Rmp Repl $1,431,707.25 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0087-18 A Neenah Foundry MaterialsResolutionNeenah Foundry Materials Resolved, that the request of the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations to waive formal bidding procedures is approved in accordance with Racine Municipal Code Section 46-28 that allows for the waiving of formal public bids for purchases over $25,000 for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services. Further resolved, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized and directed to negotiate with Neenah Foundry for the purchase of Neenah Foundry materials. Fiscal Note: These negotiations will be done on an as-needed basis.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0088-18 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170019 - 2017 Parking LotsResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 20170019 - 2017 Parking Lots Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170019 - 2017 Parking Lots, Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of ($7,209.51). Fiscal Note: Funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: $ 4,804.20 - Org-Object 60383-57500, Parking System - Paving ($12,013.71) - Org-Object 45050-57110, Myers Pave Circle Drive ($ 7,209.51) - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0089-18 A Final Payment on Contract 20170019 - 2017 Parking LotsResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20170019 - 2017 Parking Lots Resolved, that the work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc., under contract 20170019 - 2017 Parking Lots, is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $156,408.64. Final Payment to include retainage. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0151-17 of May 2, 2017.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0090-18 A Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170003 - Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1)ResolutionChange Order No. 1 on Contract 20170003 - Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1) Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20170003 - Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1), LaLonde Contractors, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the amount of $68,284.55. Fiscal Note: Funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts: $60,868.17 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW Paving $ 7,416.38 - Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW Sidewalks. $68,284.55 - TotalApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0091-18 A Final Payment on Contract 20170003 - Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1)ResolutionFinal Payment on Contract 20170003 - Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1) Resolved, that the work done by LaLonde Contractors, Inc., under Contract 20170003 - Cleveland Avenue Reconstruct (R1), is approved and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $1,580,741.63. Final Payment to include retainage. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0135-17 of April 17, 2017.Approved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0093-18 A Recycling Drop-off Site at 1427 Junction AvenueResolutionRecycling Drop-off Site at 1427 Junction Avenue Resolved, that the request from Ty Charles of Greenlight E Recycling, seeking a conditional use permit to allow a recycling drop-off site at 1427 Junction Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the plans presented to the Plan Commission on March 14, 2018 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein. b. That all license requirements from the State of Wisconsin and City of Racine be obtained, complied with, and kept current at all times. c. All storage of materials and other materials associated with the business operation to occur inside the building at the site. d. Only electronics shall be stored and handled at the site for recycling purposes. e. No drop-off of recyclables from customers is permitted to occur at the site. f. Parking agreement with adjacent owner within 500 feet to be formalized and documentation to be submitted to the City Development Department prior to obtaining occupancy for the building. Parking agreement to state the number of spaces, cost per month (iApproved as PresentedPass Action details Not available
Res.0078-18 A Intergovernmental Funds - $900,000.00ResolutionIntergovernmental Funds - $900,000.00 Resolved, that $900,000.00 from Intergovernmental Funds be allocated to the following: $125,000.00 to the City Attorney’s Office for development and real estate-related work. Inasmuch as any of that allocation can be reimbursed as a legitimate TID-related expense, direct City staff to ensure those reimbursements occur to the fullest extent of the law. $275,000.00 to RCEDC for consulting services related to economic development. Services would include communications, economic development planning, smart city design, transit, and working collaboratively with the private sector and Racine’s municipal neighbors. $500,000.00 to RCEDC to contract for worker training services to City residents to prepare for construction-related jobs coming to the area. Preference shall be given to opportunities for matching funds. Quarterly updates will be provided to the Committee on the expenditure of the allocated funds. Fiscal Note: Sufficient funds are available.Adopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
Res.0079-18 A Grant Application for $250,000.00 for Wild Root MarketResolutionGrant Application for $250,000.00 for Wild Root Market Resolved, that the City of Racine supports a grant application for $250,000.00 from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Community Development Investment Grant Program for the construction of the Wild Root Market, a local food cooperative to be located at 500 Walton Avenue. Further, the Mayor and Treasurer are allowed to sign the grant application and receive the grant on behalf of the Wild Root Market. Fiscal Note: The grant has been issued a grant control number of 00172. The grant does not require a local match, but does require a local resolution of support.AdoptedPass Action details Video Video
Res.0092-18 A Comprehensive Review/Modification of Street Light Removal & Installation PolicyResolutionComprehensive Review/Modification of Street Light Removal & Installation Policy Resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works draft an AASHTO compliant WE Energies Street Light Placement Policy. Fiscal Note: N/AAdopted As Amended: Pass Action details Video Video
Res.0094-18 A Littleport Brewing Company, LLCResolutionLittleport Brewing Company, LLC WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Racine (the Authority) recognizes that the cultivation and support of small business is an essential component to the redevelopment and growth of the City of Racine (the City) and the nation; and WHEREAS, The City of Racine Common Council approved Resolution 15-00626 granting the Authority’s request to establish a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Development Revolving Loan Fund; and WHEREAS, The City of Racine Common Council approved Resolution 15-00855 granting the Authority’s request to approve the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Business Development Revolving Loan Fund policies and procedures; and WHEREAS, The Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) is a Small Business Development Organization that has a loan review committee consisting of professional business lenders; and WHEREAS, WWBIC has reviewed the request of Littleport Brewing Company, LLC for loans not to exceed $174,980.00 for the purchase of equipment, working capitalApprovedPass Action details Video Video