Racine, WI

Community Development Authority

Finance and Personnel Committee

Public Works and Services Committee

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

Common Council

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

Sex Offender Residency Board

Board of Health

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

Public Works and Services Committee

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Community Development Authority

Waterworks Commission

Wastewater Commission

Board of Harbor Commission

Library Board

Finance and Personnel Committee

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

Board of Health

Public Works and Services Committee

Finance and Personnel Committee

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

Milwaukee Area-Racine-Kenosha Passenger Rail Commission

Community Development Authority

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

Waterworks Commission

Wastewater Commission

Library Board

Board of Harbor Commission

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

Finance and Personnel Committee

Public Works and Services Committee

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Common Council

Finance and Personnel Committee

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

Public Works and Services Committee

Board of Health

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

Board of Harbor Commission

Library Board

Community Development Authority

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Common Council

Waterworks Commission

Wastewater Commission

Public Works and Services Committee

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

Finance and Personnel Committee

Board of Health

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Community Development Authority

Common Council

Wastewater Commission

Waterworks Commission

Library Board

Board of Harbor Commission

Finance and Personnel Committee

Public Works and Services Committee

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

Common Council

Finance and Personnel Committee

Board of Health

Public Works and Services Committee

Community Development Authority

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Milwaukee Area-Racine-Kenosha Passenger Rail Commission

Common Council

Library Board

Board of Review

The Board of Review will receive the Assessment Roll and sworn statements from the Clerk. Members will examine the roll to correct errors, add omitted property, or eliminate double-assessed property. The board also handles taxpayer requests regarding objections and testimony methods.

• Review of the Assessor's level of assessment
• Certification of corrections to the Assessment Roll under Wis. Stat. §70.43
• Verification of open-book changes in the Assessment Roll
• Review of Notices of Intent to File Objection
• Scheduling of Objection Hearings

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on the proposed Ordinance #0001-26 that updates nuisance property regulations. The council will also review a request to close several downtown streets for the September 19 Party on the Pavement event. Additional items include a bridge contract amendment, a change order for the Uptown Green Infrastructure project, and a $178,571 state grant for lead‑service outreach.

• Ordinance #0001-26 – Nuisance Properties Amendments (recommended for approval)
• Street closures for Party on the Pavement: Main St (State St to 7th St), 6th St (Lake Ave to Grand Ave), Wisconsin Ave (4th St to 7th St) on Sep 19, 2026
• Amendment 2 to Contract 2025187 for the State/Municipal Financial Agreement on the STH 38 (State St) Bridge over Root River
• Change Order No. 2 to Contract 2025181 – Racine Uptown Green Infrastructure Project, deduct amount $4,875.70
• Additional award of $178,571 from WI DNR for Lead Service Lateral Replacement Outreach and Education

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

The Planning Heritage and Design Commission will hold public hearings on three conditional‑use requests: a funeral establishment at 816 Sixth Street, a building addition to the assisted‑living facility at 5111 Wright Avenue, and a religious institution at 2005 Lathrop Avenue. After the hearings, the commission will review a design‑review application for facade changes at 1101 Mound Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting.

• Conditional use permit for a funeral establishment at 816 Sixth Street (O/I Office/Institution District)
• Major amendment to a conditional use permit for a building addition at 5111 Wright Avenue (R2 Single Family Residence District)
• Minor amendment to a conditional use permit for a religious institution at 2005 Lathrop Avenue (B2 Community Shopping District)
• Design review and approval of facade changes at 1101 Mound Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting

Due Process Board

The Due Process Board will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings held in February, March, and April of 2026. The agenda also includes training by the City Attorney's Office regarding duties related to the board.

• Approval of minutes for 02/26/2026, 03/26/2026 and 04/23/2026
• Training by the City Attorney's Office on board duties

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to conduct elections for board officers and review financial reports for April and May. The board will also consider appeals regarding the library privileges of two individuals and discuss several open board and committee positions.

• Elections for RPL Board President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Approval of April and May invoices, credit card purchases, and financial executive summary reports
• Approval of the Outreach & Bookmobile Librarian position description
• Discussion and potential action on the Prairie Lakes Library System Resource Library Board position
• Consideration of written appeals regarding library privileges for Amanda Storm and Monshawn McCullen

Library Board- Finance and Personnel

The Racine Library Board will first approve the minutes from the April 30th, 2026 Finance and Personnel Committee meeting. It will then discuss and consider approval of a Bookmobile and Outreach Librarian position as outlined in agenda item 0644-26. The board will also confirm the date for the next meeting before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from the April 30th, 2026 F&P Committee (Item 0446-26)
• Consider approval of Bookmobile & Outreach Librarian position (Item 0644-26)
• Confirm date for next meeting (TBD)
• Public comment session (limited to 15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)

Board of Harbor Commission

The Board of Harbor Commission will review reports from the Water Patrol and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services departments. The agenda includes discussions on dredging, piling, and structural repairs for the State Street Bridge.

• Dredging and piling upstream of State Street Bridge
• State Street Bridge Repairs (Structural)
• State Street Bridge Repairs (Old Abutment)
• South Shore Repairs

Wastewater Commission

The Wastewater Commission will consider several administrative and operational items. These include a professional services agreement for photovoltaic design, an insurance policy renewal, and a grant application request.

• Professional Services Agreement with TY Lin for Photovoltaic Design not to exceed $59,664
• Wastewater Commission Directors Liability Insurance renewal of $17,155 plus a $3,028 fee
• Grant application for the 2027 CVMIC Risk Reimbursement Program for up to $10,000
• Approval of June 16, 2026, meeting minutes

The Wastewater Commission unanimously approved the June 17 meeting minutes. It also approved permission to apply for a 2027 CVMIC Risk Reimbursement Program Grant, with a referral to the Finance & Personnel Committee. The commission renewed its directors liability insurance policy at a total cost of $20,183. Finally, it approved a professional services agreement with TY Lin for photovoltaic design work, not to exceed $59,664.

• Approved June 17, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved permission to apply for 2027 CVMIC Risk Reimbursement Grant, referred to Finance & Personnel Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved liability insurance renewal ($17,155 premium + $3,028 broker fee) (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved professional services agreement with TY Lin, up to $59,664 (unanimous voice vote)

Waterworks Commission

The Waterworks Commission will approve final payments and change orders for two lead service line replacement contracts, and consider a resolution to authorize a representative to apply for state environmental funding.

• Approve final payment for Contract W-25-7 at $473,884.70
• Approve change order decreasing Contract EqRa-001 to $16,933,416.91
• Approve change order decreasing Contract EqRa-002 to $13,538,400
• Authorize representative to apply for state environmental improvement fund
• Authorize developer's agreement for Hood's Creek water main installation

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee will consider several license applications, including change‑of‑agent requests for Family Dollar stores and new retail beverage licenses for Sausage Kitchen, Uncorkt, Butler Candyland, and a massage establishment. It will also vote on a list of liquor licenses that have not submitted renewal paperwork for the 2026‑2027 year. Additional items include requests for the appearance of agents related to formal expressions of concern and a review of a police department report.

• Deferred change‑of‑agent applications for Family Dollar #21565 (2314 Rapids Dr.), #25950 (3919 Washington Ave.) and #22816 (3701 Durand Ave.)
• New Class “B” Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sausage Kitchen Inc. (1706 Rapids Dr.)
• New Class “B” Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Uncorkt (240 Main St.)
• Approval of a list of liquor license renewals for The Forge and Radisson Inn Harbourwalk for 2026‑2027
• Requests for appearance of agents Kevin Dubiak, Natasha Evans, and Rebecca McCray concerning formal expressions of concern

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved Change of Agent applications for three Family Dollar stores. It also approved new Class B liquor and malt‑beverage licenses for Sausage Kitchen and Long Story Short, a tobacco/vape retail license for Butler Candyland, a massage establishment license, and a secondhand article dealer license. A request concerning Kevin Dubiak was deferred, and two concerns were referred to Good Neighbors meetings.

• Approved Change of Agent for Family Dollar #21565 (3-0)
• Approved Change of Agent for Family Dollar #25950 (3-0)
• Approved Change of Agent for Family Dollar #22816 (3-0)
• Approved Class B Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sausage Kitchen (3-0)
• Approved Class B Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Long Story Short DBA Uncorkt (3-0)
• Approved Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vape Device Retail License for Butler Candyland and More (4-0)
• Approved Massage Establishment License for Anthony Mielcarek (4-0)
• Approved Secondhand Article Dealer License for ECOatm LLC (4-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review monthly reports from various public health divisions. This includes updates from Administration, Community, Environmental, and Laboratory departments.

• June 2026 Administration report by Dottie-Kay Bowersox
• June 2026 Community report by Cody Pearce
• June 2026 Environmental report by Sadie Schuldt
• June 2026 Laboratory report by AJ (Adrian) Koski
• Presentation: Environmental Health Success with Inspections by Sadie Schuldt

The Board of Health met to approve previous meeting minutes and receive monthly reports from administration, community, environmental, and laboratory divisions. No new substantive actions or ordinances were decided during this meeting.

• Approved June 9, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Received and filed June 2026 departmental reports (voice vote)

Public Works and Services Committee

The Racine Public Works and Services Committee will review bid results for lighting upgrades at Humble Park and Horlick Field. Staff recommends approval for a $8,214.39 change order on the Bryant Parking Lot Addition, final payments of $209,554.39 for that project, contract amendments for Ohio Street reconstruction, and a new agreement for Frederick Street Reconstruction up to $76,000.00. The agenda also lists a proposal to rename the Cesar Chavez Community Center and a discussion on alley paving ordinances. No final votes are scheduled beyond procedural minutes approval.

• Bid results for Humble Park and Horlick Field baseball lighting upgrades (Contracts 2026169, 2026168)
• Change Order No. 2 to Contract 2025745 (Bryant Parking Lot Addition) for $8,214.39
• Final payment of $209,554.39 for the completed Bryant Center Parking Lot Addition
• Amendment 1 to Contract 2023142 for Ohio Street professional engineering services (Washington Ave to Graceland Blvd)
• Professional service agreement for Frederick Street Reconstruction not to exceed $76,000.00

The Public Works and Services Committee approved several contract actions, including the final payment for the Bryant Center Parking Lot Addition and the approval of a change order for the Bryant Parking Lot Addition. It also approved professional service agreements for Frederick Street Reconstruction and a three‑party engineering amendment. A motion to rename the Cesar Chavez Community Center was deferred.

• Approved final payment of $209,554.39 for Contract 2025745 – Bryant Center Parking Lot Addition (motion by Vice Chair Pabon, seconded by DeMark)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 to Contract 2025745 – Bryant Parking Lot Addition for $8,214.39 (motion by Vice Chair Pabon, seconded by DeMark)
• Approved Amendment 1 to Contract 2023142 – Three‑Party Professional Engineering Services (motion by Vice Chair Pabon, seconded by DeMark)
• Approved correction to Contract 2026026 with A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. for $209,298.25 (motion by Vice Chair Pabon, seconded by DeMark)
• Approved professional services agreement for Frederick Street Reconstruction up to $76,000 (motion by Alder Weidner, seconded by Vice Chair Pabon)
• Received and filed bid results for Humble Park Baseball Lighting Upgrades (motion by Alder Weidner, seconded by Vice Chair Pabon)
• Received and filed bid results for Horlick Baseball Field Lighting Upgrades (motion by Alder Weidner, seconded by Vice Chair Pabon)
• Deferred rename of Cesar Chavez Community Center to Douglas Park Community Center (vote: 3 Ayes, 2 Noes)

Executive Committee

The Racine Executive Committee will review proposed amendments to city nuisance property regulations and consider authorizing a long-term lease with Leipold Johnson Golf Group for Shoop Park. The park agreement covers shoreline stabilization, habitat restoration, clubhouse construction, and long-term operations that would affect public access and maintenance. Changes to nuisance rules could impact how rental properties are managed.

• Proposed Ordinance #0001-26 amending nuisance property regulations
• Authorization for Mayor and City Clerk to sign a long-term lease with Leipold Johnson Golf Group for Shoop Park
• Shoreline stabilization, habitat restoration, and clubhouse construction at Shoop Park
• Approval of minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting

The committee approved Ordinance #0001-26 regarding Nuisance Properties Amendments. They also authorized an agreement with Leipold Johnson Golf Group for work at Shoop Park.

• Approved June 18th, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #0001-26 Nuisance Properties Amendments (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Leipold Johnson Golf Group for Shoop Park (5-0)

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will meet in closed session to consider requests for forgivable home repair loans. These requests involve three owner-occupied properties located on Eleventh Street.

• Forgivable home repair loan for 813 Eleventh Street up to $40,390
• Forgivable home repair loan for 819 Eleventh Street up to $59,652
• Forgivable home repair loan for 907 Eleventh Street up to $59,485

Sex Offender Residency Board

The Board will consider several applications for exemptions from residency restrictions. These quasi-judicial hearings may include closed sessions to review medical history and conviction records.

• Exemption request: Dakota Hensley, 1534 West Street
• Exemption request: Noah Ciro Jaimes, 1208 Highland Avenue, Lower
• Exemption request: Caleb Bixler, 1534 West Street
• Exemption request: Michael Ayers, 1534 West Street
• Exemption request: Christ Robinson, 1534 West Street

The Board approved residency exemptions for Caleb Bixler, Michael Ayers, and Christ Robinson regarding 1534 West Street. A request from Dakota Hensley was deferred because the applicant was in custody and unable to appear. An application from Noah Ciro Jaimes was received and filed after it was determined the requested address did not require a hearing.

• Approved June 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Deferred Dakota Hensley residency exemption request
• Received and filed Noah Ciro Jaimes residency exemption request
• Granted Caleb Bixler residency exemption for 1534 West Street
• Granted Michael Ayers residency exemption for 1534 West Street
• Granted Christ Robinson residency exemption for 1534 West Street

Finance and Personnel Committee

The committee will consider approving a three-year contract with Passport Labs, Inc. to replace physical coin meters with a digital parking payment system for city streets. It will also review an additional $178,571 state grant for outreach on replacing lead water service lines. These items affect local street parking operations and public health infrastructure funding.

• Contract #2026384 with Passport Labs, Inc. for a digital parking payment and enforcement platform over three years at a total cost of $24,255 ($12,255 one-time hardware/equipment plus $12,000 annually for licensing).
• Additional state grant award of $178,571 from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for lead service lateral replacement outreach and education, bringing total funding to $328,571.
• Approval of minutes from the June 8th, 2026 meeting.
• Funds for the parking contract are allocated in MIS Account # 70113 - 57800 for FY 2026, with future licensing costs subject to annual budget appropriation.

The committee recommended approving a three-year contract with Passport Labs, Inc. to transition parking payments to a digital platform. They also recommended approving an additional $178,571 grant from the Wisconsin DNR for lead service lateral replacement outreach.

• Approved June 8th meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Passport Labs, Inc. contract for digital parking (unvoted in text)
• Recommended approval of $178,571 DNR grant for lead service lateral replacement outreach (unvoted in text)

Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

Common Council

The Common Council will review several communications regarding infrastructure, including parking lot additions and street reconstructions. The agenda also includes various business license applications for retail, liquor, and massage establishments.

• Agreement with Leipold & Johnson Golf Group for Shoop Park operations
• Agreement with Passport Inc. for $24,780
• Change Order No. 2 for Bryant Parking Lot Addition of $8,214.39
• Final payment for Bryant Center Parking Lot Addition of $209,554.39
• Professional service agreement for Frederick Street Reconstruction up to $76,000.00

The Common Council approved meeting minutes and referred numerous items to several standing committees. No substantive decisions were made by the full council during this session, as all actions involved referring matters to the Executive, Finance and Personnel, Public Works and Services, or Public Safety and Licensing committees.

• Approved June 16th, 2026 meeting minutes (14-0)
• Referred Shoop Park agreement to Executive Committee
• Referred Passport Inc. agreement to Finance and Personnel Committee
• Referred alley paving & patching ordinance to Public Works and Services Committee
• Received and filed Shoop Park Golf Course update
• Referred Bryant Parking Lot change order to Public Works and Services Committee
• Referred Ohio St. engineering services amendment to Public Works and Services Committee
• Referred Bryant Center parking lot final payment to Public Works and Services Committee

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee will review several business license applications and a proposed ordinance regarding unleashed animals and dog parks. Members will also discuss a report from the Police department.

• Ordinance 0003-26: Unleashed Animals and Dog Parks
• Class A liquor license application for Max Westown DBA Westown Foods at 3326 16th St
• Class B liquor license application for Elixir & Oak LLC DBA Elixir & Oak at 300 6th St
• Change of agent for cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device license at 1407 Superior St
• Change of agent for Class B license for The Dekoven Foundation at 600 Caron Butler Dr

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee recommended multiple license applications and renewals for approval. The committee also voted to call in three businesses for formal expressions of concern following a police report.

• Approved June 10, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class A liquor license for Max Westown DBA Westown Foods (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class B liquor license for Elixir & Oak LLC DBA Elixir & Oak (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Change of Agent for Dean AZ LLC DBA Dean's Mini Mart (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Change of Agent for The Dekoven Foundation DBA The Dekoven Center (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Massage Establishment License renewal for Laekhaus (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 0003-26, Unleashed Animals and Dog Parks (4-0)
• Called in Select 627, Doobies Beer Joint, and Taste of Soul for formal expressions of concern (4-0)

Public Works and Services Committee

Finance and Personnel Committee

Transit Commission

The Racine Transit Commission will consider authorizations for the Mayor and City Clerk to accept several grant agreements and sign contracts. Items include a $4,173,665 Federal Transit Administration operating grant, a $2,139,848 WisDOT grant, a $126,506 WisDOT paratransit assistance contract, and two RYDE Racine contracts providing $300,000 for Gateway Technical College student transit and $121,325 for Racine Unified School District student passes.

• Authorize acceptance of $4,173,665 FTA Operating 2026 Program Grant (Grant Control #006 72)
• Authorize signing of $2,139,848 WisDOT Grant Agreement (Grant Control #00671)
• Authorize signing of $126,506 WisDOT Paratransit Assistance Contract (Grant Control #00674)
• Authorize $300,000 RYDE Racine contract for Gateway Technical College student transit (Contract #00707)
• Authorize $121,325 RYDE Racine contract for Racine Unified School District student passes (Contract #00708)

The commission approved the minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting. It unanimously authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to accept a $4,173,665 Federal Transit Administration operating grant (item 0580-26). It also approved a $2,139,848 WisDOT operating grant (0581-26), a $126,506 WisDOT paratransit assistance contract (0582-26), a $300,000 contract for Gateway Technical College student transit access (0583-26), and a $121,325 contract for Racine Unified School District student passes (0584-26).

• Approved March 26 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized acceptance of $4,173,665 FTA operating grant (0580-26) – unanimous
• Authorized signing of $2,139,848 WisDOT operating grant (0581-26) – unanimous
• Authorized signing of $126,506 WisDOT paratransit assistance contract (0582-26) – unanimous
• Authorized signing of $300,000 RYDE Racine contract for Gateway Technical College student transit access (0583-26) – unanimous
• Authorized signing of $121,325 RYDE Racine contract for Racine Unified School District student passes (0584-26) – unanimous

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will approve the minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting. It will consider a request from the Interim Executive Director concerning the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, & Restrictions and Bylaws for the Lincoln‑King Townhome Owner’s Association, with CDA Resolution 26‑09 attached. The Authority will hold a closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) to discuss potential purchase of public property and investment of public funds. In open session it may act on the marketing strategy and sales price for the Lincoln‑King Townhomes.

• Approve minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting (Item 0575‑26).
• Review request on covenants, conditions, restrictions and bylaws for Lincoln‑King Townhome Owner’s Association (CDA Resolution 26‑09).
• Closed session to discuss purchase of public property and investment of public funds (Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e)).
• Consider marketing strategy and sales price for Lincoln‑King Townhomes (Item 0576‑26).
• Potential action on items discussed in closed session during open session.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will first approve the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. It will then enter a closed session, as allowed by Wisconsin Statutes section 19.85(1)(e), to consider a bargaining opportunity referred by Mayor Mason. After the closed session, the committee may take actions on any items discussed before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes for the September 2, 2025 meeting
• Closed‑session discussion of a bargaining opportunity requested by Mayor Mason

Library Board

Board of Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will hear the Racine County Sheriff's Department water patrol report and the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department report on South Shore repairs. It will review old business items including winter damage to recreational docks, dredging and piling upstream of State Street Bridge, and both structural and abutment repairs to State Street Bridge. The only new business item is setting the next meeting date for July 16, 2026.

• Winter damage to recreational docks
• Dredging and piling upstream of State Street Bridge
• State Street Bridge Repairs (Structural)
• State Street Bridge Repairs (Old Abutment)
• South Shore Repairs (Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Report)

The Board approved the minutes from the May 21, 2026 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken; the commission received reports on water patrol, pier repairs, and bridge repair planning. The next meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2026 at the Harbor Lite Yacht Club.

• Approved May 21, 2026 meeting minutes

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider using Tax Incremental District No. 22 funds for environmental cleanup at 500 Walton Avenue. The body will also meet in closed session to discuss property dispositions and the Lincoln-King Townhomes.

• Resolution 26-07: Use of Tax Incremental District No. 22 funds for environmental remediation at 500 Walton Avenue
• Potential disposition of 725 Lake Avenue
• Articles of incorporation for the Lincoln-King Townhome Owners Association
• Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions and Bylaws of the Lincoln-King Townhome Owner's Association
• Marketing strategy and sales price for the Lincoln-King Townhomes

The Community Development Authority adopted Resolution 26-07 to authorize the Interim Executive Director to use Tax Increment District No. 22 funds for environmental remediation at 500 Walton Avenue. The board also approved the Lincoln‑King Townhome Owners Association request (Resolution 26-08) and deferred two other Lincoln‑King requests. An update on the potential disposition of 725 Lake Avenue was received and filed. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution 26-07 authorizing use of TID No. 22 funds for remediation at 500 Walton Ave (Voice Vote)
• Approved Lincoln‑King Townhome Owners Association articles of incorporation request (Resolution 26-08) (Voice Vote)
• Deferred Lincoln‑King Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions request (Resolution 26-09) (Voice Vote)
• Deferred marketing strategy and sales price request for Lincoln‑King Townhomes (Voice Vote)
• Received and filed update on potential disposition of 725 Lake Avenue (Voice Vote)

Waterworks Commission

The Waterworks Commission will approve the May 20, 2026 meeting minutes and review the 2025 utility audit. It will consider Trilogy LLC’s rate case filing with the Public Service Commission and a partnership with Focus on Energy for an energy study. Several contract adjustments will be approved, including a $147,874 increase to the 42‑inch water main project, bringing its total to $18,368,234, and a $178,571 state grant for lead service outreach.

• Approve minutes for the May 20, 2026 Waterworks Commission meeting
• Approve Trilogy LLC’s rate case filing to the Public Service Commission
• Approve Change Order No. 2 on Contract W‑23‑7, increasing total to $18,368,234
• Approve Change Order No. 2 on Contract W‑25‑9, decreasing total by $3,308 to $506,309.40
• Approve additional $178,571 grant from WI‑DNR for lead service lateral replacement outreach (total $328,571)

The Waterworks Commission approved the minutes from its May 20, 2026 meeting and accepted the 2025 utility audit with a clean opinion. It authorized a rate‑case filing by Trilogy LLC, a partnership with Focus on Energy for an energy study, and deferred the Utility Management Conference report to the July meeting. Several contract change orders and final payments were approved, and an additional $178,571 grant from the Wisconsin DNR was accepted for lead‑service‑line outreach, bringing the total grant to $328,571.

• Approved May 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved 2025 Waterworks Utility audit (clean opinion)
• Approved consideration of Trilogy LLC rate case filing
• Approved partnership with Focus on Energy for energy study
• Deferred Utility Management Conference report to July meeting
• Approved Change Order No.2 on Contract W-25-9 and final payment ($506,309.40 total)
• Approved Change Order No.5 on Contract W-25-4 and final payment ($3,080,389.54 total)
• Approved additional $178,571 WI‑DNR grant for lead service line outreach (total $328,571)

Wastewater Commission

Wastewater Commission

The Wastewater Commission will approve the minutes from its May 20 and June 10, 2026 meetings, review the 2025 utility audit, and consider a request from the Village of Mount Pleasant for a sanitary sewer extension. It will also review the 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report, receive a communication about an air‑pollution control permit inspection, and approve a $158,828 bid for a sanitary sewer CCTV project. Two zero‑cost change orders for existing contracts will be approved as well.

• Approve bid for Contract #2026-WW-SS-01, Sanitary Sewer CCTV Project at $158,828 (taken from O&M budget)
• Approve Village of Mount Pleasant request for Hoods Creek Addition #6 sanitary sewer extension
• Review and approve 2025 Wastewater Utility Audit documents
• Approve Change Order #4 on Contract C-22 Engine/Blower Project (zero‑cost)
• Approve Change Order #4 on Contract B-22 UV Upgrade Project (zero‑cost)

The Wastewater Commission approved the 2025 audit, a sanitary sewer extension for 16 new homes in the Village of Mount Pleasant, and the 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report. It received and filed an update on the Air Pollution Control Permit inspection and approved a $158,828 contract for a sanitary sewer CCTV project. Two zero‑cost change orders were approved to extend existing engine/blower and UV upgrade contracts.

• Approved 2025 Wastewater Utility Audit (unmodified opinion)
• Approved sanitary sewer extension for Hood's Creek Addition #6 (16 new lots)
• Approved 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) resolution
• Received and filed Air Pollution Control Permit inspection update
• Approved contract #2026-WW-SS-01 CCTV project to National Power Rodding Corp. for $158,828
• Approved zero‑cost Change Order #4 on Contract C-22 Engine/Blower Project (extend to 11/26/2026)
• Approved zero‑cost Change Order #4 on Contract B-22 UV Upgrade Project (extend to 9/13/2026)
• Approved minutes for the May 20, 2026 Wastewater Commission meeting

Common Council

The Racine Common Council will consider awarding a design contract for Fire Station 1 and approving the 2027 budget calendar. The body will also review several disallowed claims, a sump pump program contract, and grant applications for police funding.

• Authorize contract with Wendel Architecture for Fire Station 1 design ($32,500)
• Award City Sump Pump Program contract to Cornerstone One LLC ($5,000 per parcel)
• Approve 2027 budget calendar with an added discussion day
• Apply for 2027 Beat Patrol Grant ($121,434)
• Apply for 2026 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant ($43,072)

The Common Council approved the minutes from the June 2 meeting. It authorized a design services contract for the Fire Station 1 headquarters, estimated at $2.5 million for design phases and $30 million total project cost. The council also approved a $150,000 contract for the Lincoln King Community Center and denied several individual claims, while approving a city sump‑pump program contract.

• Approved June 2 meeting minutes (13 ayes, 2 excused)
• Approved design services contract for Fire Station 1 headquarters (13 ayes, 2 excused)
• Approved $150,000 contract with G Strategies for Lincoln King Community Center (10 ayes, 3 noes, 2 excused)
• Denied Christine Daugherty claim (12 ayes, 1 no: Weidner, 2 excused)
• Denied Jakeem Cole Sr. claim (voice vote in consent)
• Denied Fleet Response claim (voice vote in consent)
• Denied Realistic Builders claim (voice vote in consent)
• Approved City Sump Pump Program contract with Cornerstone One LLC (voice vote in consent)

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

The Planning Heritage and Design Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed updated cement match. The remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Proposed Cement Match (Updated)

Sex Offender Residency Board

The Sex Offender Residency Board will consider exemption requests for Justin Lizama and Andres Garcia to reside at specific addresses. The meeting includes closed sessions to review medical and juvenile records before a decision is announced.

• Exemption request for Justin Lizama at 1901 Carter Street
• Exemption request for Andres Garcia at 1327 Maple Street, Unit #1
• Closed session to review medical history and juvenile records
• Closed session to deliberate on quasi-judicial hearing decisions
• Announcement of decisions in open session

The Sex Offender Residency Board approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting. The board granted an exemption allowing Justin Lizama to reside at 1901 Carter Street. The board also granted an exemption allowing Andres Garcia to reside at 1327 Maple Street, Unit #1.

• Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Granted exemption for Justin Lizama to reside at 1901 Carter Street (Hemmig and Palacios ayes)
• Granted exemption for Andres Garcia to reside at 1327 Maple Street, Unit #1 (Palacios and Nuechterlein ayes)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Racine Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to consider two variance applications. Both requests seek permission under Sec. 114-310(c) for an accessory structure to encroach into the required front yard. The properties involved are 831 Jackson Street and 1007 Jones Avenue.

• Variance request for 831 Jackson Street – accessory structure front‑yard encroachment
• Variance request for 1007 Jones Avenue – accessory structure front‑yard encroachment

Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee will hear a communication from Alders Kelly and Davis about a traffic study on the Washington Avenue corridor from Lathrop through Uptown and any available traffic‑calming measures. Alders will also receive updates on citywide speeding strategies, review several new liquor and café license applications, and discuss the police department report and related recommendations. The committee will consider renewal lists for liquor, tobacco, and vaping licenses for the 2026‑2027 year.

• Traffic study communication for Washington Avenue corridor (Alders Kelly & Davis)
• Update on citywide speeding strategies (Alder DeMark)
• Class A Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Max Westown at 3326 16th St
• Sidewalk Café with alcohol application for The New Cafe at 600 Main St
• Police department report discussion and recommendation for consideration

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved a Class A retail fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for Max Westown DBA Westown Foods. It also approved a sidewalk café with alcohol for The New Cafe, and an operator's license for Trevaun Darrell Dye. The committee received and filed a traffic‑study request for Washington Avenue and an update request on citywide speeding. Additional actions included fee waivers and several tobacco‑related license changes.

• Approved Class A Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Max Westown DBA Westown Foods at 3326 16th St (3 AYES, 1 EXCUSED)
• Approved Sidewalk Café with Alcohol for The New Cafe / Box-Me LLC DBA The New Cafe at 600 Main St (3 AYES, 1 EXCUSED)
• Approved operator's license for Trevaun Darrell Dye (2 AYES, 1 NOES, 1 EXCUSED)
• Received and filed communication to conduct a traffic study on Washington Avenue corridor (3 AYES, 1 EXCUSED)
• Received and filed communication requesting RPD update on citywide speeding (3 AYES, 1 EXCUSED)
• Received and filed fee waiver request for Queen's Corner Store LLC on Dr. Martin Luther King Dr (3 AYES, 1 EXCUSED)
• Approved Change of Agent for Speedway LLC DBA Speedway 2089 at 4620 Washington Ave (3 AYES, 1 EXCUSED)
• Approved Change of Agent for Dolgencorp LLC DBA Dollar General Store #10764 at 4901 Washington Ave (3 AYES, 1 EXCUSED)

Wastewater Commission

The Wastewater Commission will meet in a closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions and legal strategy. These items may affect facility planning and the I/I study scope. The body may return to open session to take action on these topics.

• Discussion of possible land acquisition(s)
• Legal strategy regarding the Racine Area Intergovernmental Sanitary Sewer Service agreement dated April 25, 2002

The Wastewater Commission voted to enter a Closed Session (8-0) and later an Open Session (9-0). It then approved amendments to the professional service agreement with Strand Associates for $60,000, chose to take no further action on a Material Change in Circumstance claim, and adopted the legal strategy discussed in Closed Session. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Entered Closed Session (motion passed, 8-0)
• Entered Open Session (motion passed, 9-0)
• Approved $60,000 amendment to Strand Associates service agreement (voice vote)
• Extended taking no actions on Material Change in Circumstance claim (voice vote)
• Adopted legal strategy discussed in Closed Session (voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will approve minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting and consider several communications, including a ballot omission overview and constituent outreach on licensed establishments. A staff recommendation will refer Ordinance 0029-25 (Communications) to the Executive Committee for further discussion. The agenda also includes a proposal to ban cell phone use during council and committee meetings.

• Approve minutes for the May 11, 2026 meeting (Item 0297-26).
• Communication on ballot omission and A‑B ballot reconciliation (Item 0297-26).
• Communication on constituent outreach regarding licensed establishments (Item 0061-26).
• Communication proposing ban on cell phone usage during meetings (Item 1265-25).
• Ordinance 0029-25 (Communications) – staff recommends referral to Executive Committee.

Board of Health

The Racine Board of Health will consider approval of the May 12, 2026 meeting minutes. A public comment period will follow. The board will receive reports from the Public Health Administrator, Deputy PHA, and division directors for Administration, Community, Environmental, and Laboratory areas.

• Approval of May 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Reports from Administration (Dottie-Kay Bowersox), Community (Cody Pearce), Environmental (Sadie Schuldt), and Laboratory (AJ (Adrian) Koski) divisions

The board approved the May 12, 2026 meeting minutes by voice vote. It received and filed the May 2026 reports from the Public Health Administrator and division directors by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:05 pm by voice vote.

• Approved May 2026 minutes (voice vote)
• Filed May 2026 reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:05 pm (voice vote)

Standing Joint Review Board

The Standing Joint Review Board will consider resolutions to approve amendments to project plans for Tax Incremental Districts 11, 13, 22, 23, 28, and 31. It will also vote on resolutions to create Tax Incremental Districts 32 and 33. The board will approve the minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting before adjourning.

• Approve minutes for May 4, 2026 meeting
• Resolution approving amendment to TID 11 project plan
• Resolution approving amendment to TID 13 project plan
• Resolution approving amendment to TID 22 project plan and boundaries
• Resolution approving creation of Tax Incremental District No. 32

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to handle administrative tasks and policy reviews. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and organizational setup.

• Selection of a Chair and Vice-Chair
• Verification of mandatory training requirements
• Review of Sworn Telephone Testimony Policy
• Review of Waiver of Board of Review Hearing Requests Policy
• Verification of City Ordinance regarding confidentiality of income and expense information

Public Works and Services Committee

The Public Works and Services Committee will approve the minutes from the May 26 meeting and award three construction contracts: a $583,524.40 dredging project to Drax Inc., a $1,326,909.27 McMynn Ramp demolition to Hosier Worldwide Inc., and an $87,545.00 curb replacement on College Avenue to A.W. Oakes & Son. The committee will also approve a lease agreement for Toys 4 Tots that will generate $12,672.38 in annual revenue for the city and grant a permit for the July 4th parade with specified street closures.

• Award Contract 2026097 to Drax Inc. for City of Racine Dredging Project – $583,524.40
• Award Contract 2026098 to Hosier Worldwide Inc. for McMynn Ramp Demolition – $1,326,909.27
• Award Contract 2026099 to A.W. Oakes & Son for College Avenue curb replacement – $87,545.00
• Approve Toys 4 Tots lease – city receives $12,672.38 annually
• Approve 4th of July parade permit – street closures on Main St., Michigan Blvd., Ruby Ave., etc.

The Public Works and Services Committee approved multiple contracts, including a $1,326,909.27 award to Hosier Worldwide Inc. for the McMynn Ramp demolition, a $583,524.40 award to Drax Inc. for the city dredging project, and an $87,545 award to A.W. Oakes & Son for College Avenue curb replacement. It also approved the Toys 4 Tots lease, granted parade permits for the July 4 2026 downtown parade, and declared June 20 2026 as Racine Pride Day. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $1,326,909.27 McMynn Ramp Demolition contract (unanimous)
• Approved $583,524.40 City of Racine Dredging Project contract (unanimous)
• Approved $87,545 College Avenue Curb Replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved Toys 4 Tots lease agreement (unanimous)
• Approved parade permit for July 4 2026 downtown parade (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Racine Gathers for Americas 250th on July 5 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved replacement of two yield signs with stop signs on Byrd Ave (unanimous)
• Approved installation of pedestrian crossing beacon at DeKoven St & Taylor Ave (unanimous)

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

The Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board will first approve the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting. In closed session, the board will consider approving an additional $15,000 contract with Terra Venture Advisors LLC for relocation case‑management services on the 1644 Packard Avenue rehabilitation project. In open session, the board will discuss allocating up to $359,263 in HOME funds for new construction at 1561 Holmes Avenue and up to $290,000 in HOME funds for rehabilitation at 1308 Franklin Street.

• Approve minutes for the May 11, 2026 meeting
• Approve $15,000 contract with Terra Venture Advisors LLC for relocation case‑management at the 1644 Packard Avenue Rehab Project
• Allocate up to $359,263 HOME funds for new construction at 1561 Holmes Avenue
• Allocate up to $290,000 HOME funds for rehabilitation at 1308 Franklin Street
• Closed‑session discussion of financial or personal histories per Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.85(1)(f)

Milwaukee Area-Racine-Kenosha Passenger Rail Commission

The Milwaukee Area‑Racine‑Kenosha Passenger Rail Commission will discuss several updates, including outreach and communications. Members will review the March 2026 Context and Conditions Report and the May 2026 Business Case Brochure. An update on the FRA Corridor ID program and anticipated short‑term funding requirements will be presented. The agenda also includes a preview of study materials for future meetings.

• Outreach and Communications Update
• Review of Context and Conditions Report (March 2026)
• Review of Business Case Brochure (May 2026)
• FRA Corridor ID Program Update and discussion of short‑term funding requirements
• Preview of study materials for future meetings

The commission voted to approve the meeting agenda. It also approved the March 2, 2026 meeting minutes. Six items were received and filed as communications, including outreach updates, reports, and study previews. All motions passed with nine votes in favor and one member excused.

• Approved agenda (9-0, 1 excused)
• Approved March 2, 2026 minutes (9-0, 1 excused)
• Received and filed Outreach and Communications Update (0474-26) (9-0, 1 excused)
• Received and filed Review of Context and Conditions Report (0450-26) (9-0, 1 excused)
• Received and filed Review of Business Case Brochure (0451-26) (9-0, 1 excused)
• Received and filed FRA Corridor ID Program Update (0449-26) (9-0, 1 excused)
• Received and filed Preview of Study Materials (0452-26) (9-0, 1 excused)

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will review contracts for the Fire Station 1 Headquarters and a home renovation program. The body will also consider several grant applications for police services and property transfers between the city and county.

• Design services contract with Wendel Architecture P.C. for Fire Station 1 (estimated total project cost $30M)
• Allocation of $1,077,000 for the 'Racine: Rehabbed and Ready' home renovation program
• Application for 2027 Beat Patrol Grant ($121,434) and 2026 BJA Edward Byrne Grant ($43,072)
• Sump Pump Program contract award to Cornerstone One LLC (up to $5,000 per parcel)
• Property transfer of 1134 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to the Community Development Authority

The Finance and Personnel Committee approved the minutes from the May 26 meeting and recommended a design services contract for the new Fire Station 1 headquarters. It also approved applications for the 2027 Beat Patrol Grant and the 2026 BJA Edward Byrne Grant, authorized a $1,000 police donation, awarded the City Sump Pump contract, and authorized property transfers and a $1,077,000 home‑renovation program.

• Approved May 26 minutes (5‑0 vote)
• Recommended design services contract with Wendel Architecture for Fire Station 1 (Phase 1 $32,500; Phase 2‑4 estimated $2.5 M)
• Approved application for 2027 Beat Patrol Grant $121,434 (city match $40,478)
• Approved application for 2026 BJA Edward Byrne Grant $43,072 (no city match)
• Authorized acceptance of $1,000 donation from Zaks Fish & Chicken 2 LLC for the RPD
• Awarded City Sump Pump Program contract to Cornerstone One LLC up to $5,000 per parcel
• Authorized transfer of 1134 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to the Community Development Authority
• Authorized up to $1,077,000 for the “Racine: Rehabbed and Ready” home renovation program

Sister City Planning Committee

The Sister City Planning Committee will consider several updates, including a review of its bylaws. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the April 15 meeting, updates from sister‑city partners and the Oiso Subcommittee, and a financial account update. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 PM on June 3, 2026 in City Hall, Room 303.

• Approve minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting
• Update from sister‑city partners: Aalborg, Montélimar, Zapotlanejo
• Report from Oiso Subcommittee on the Summer 2026 student exchange
• Financial account update
• Committee review and update of bylaws

Common Council

The Racine Common Council will vote on several contract awards, including a $1,326,909.27 contract for the McMynn Ramp demolition. It will also consider a $583,524.40 dredging contract, a $5,000‑per‑parcel sump‑pump program, a property transfer for a housing development, and a $1,077,000 allocation for the “Racine: Rehabbed and Ready” program. Additional items include grant applications for a Beat Patrol grant and a Justice Assistance grant, and approval of the 2027 budget calendar.

• Award Contract 2026098 – McMynn Ramp Demolition to Hosier Worldwide Inc. for $1,326,909.27
• Award Contract 2026097 – City of Racine Dredging Project to Drax Inc. for $583,524.40
• Award Contract 2026035 – City Sump Pump Program to Cornerstone One LLC, up to $5,000 per parcel
• Transfer of 1134 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to the Community Development Authority (recording fees $60)
• Allocate $1,077,000 from Tax Increment District #8 for the “Racine: Rehabbed and Ready” home‑renovation program

The council authorized up to $1,077,000 for the “Racine: Rehabbed and Ready” home‑renovation program. It also approved applying for the $121,434 2027 Beat Patrol Grant and the $43,072 2026 BJA Edward Byrne Grant. Property transfers at 1134 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and the 1703/1561 Holmes Avenue swap were authorized, and the city granted right‑of‑way for the July 4 parade.

• Approved June 2 minutes (11‑0)
• Referred cell‑phone ban communication to Committee of the Whole (approved 11‑0)
• Authorized up to $1,077,000 for “Racine: Rehabbed and Ready” program (voice vote)
• Approved application for 2027 Beat Patrol Grant $121,434 (voice vote)
• Approved application for 2026 BJA Edward Byrne Grant $43,072 (voice vote)
• Authorized transfer of 1134 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to Community Development Authority (voice vote)
• Authorized property swap of 1703 and 1561 Holmes Avenue with Racine County (voice vote)
• Granted right‑of‑way and street closures for July 4 parade (voice vote)

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

The Planning Heritage and Design Commission will hold public hearings on three items. They will consider a conditional use permit for an automobile repair shop at 1500 Durand Avenue in an I-2 General Industrial Zone. They will review a rezoning application to change 1950 Taylor Avenue from B1 and R3 districts to a B2 Community Shopping District. They will also conduct a design review of facade changes at 1101 Mound Avenue.

• Conditional use permit request for an automobile repair shop at 1500 Durand Avenue (I-2 General Industrial Zone)
• Rezoning request for 1950 Taylor Avenue from B1 Neighborhood Convenience and R3 Limited General Residence to B2 Community Shopping District
• Design review and approval of facade changes at 1101 Mound Avenue

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee will consider several license applications submitted by Alders. Items include new Class B and Class C wine licenses for Banquet Hall Brindis LLC at 3319 Washington Ave, a renewal for its public dance hall license, and a change of agent for a cigarette, tobacco and electronic vaping device license for Walgreens #07437 at 3825 Durand Ave. The committee will also review renewal requests for intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage licenses for the 2026‑2027 year, a list of liquor licenses that have not been renewed, and a police department premises report. No fiscal impacts are noted for any item.

• New Class B and Class C wine license application for Banquet Hall Brindis LLC, 3319 Washington Ave.
• Renewal application for Banquet Hall Brindis LLC public dance hall license.
• Change of agent application for cigarette, tobacco and electronic vaping device license for Walgreens #07437, 3825 Durand Ave.
• Renewal applications for intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage licenses for 2026‑2027 year.
• Police department licenses premise report and related consideration request.

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved several new and renewal license applications, including wine, dance hall, tobacco, and massage licenses. It deferred the operator's license for Trevaun Darrell Dye and set aside two liquor renewals for further discussion. The committee also approved a request for quarterly reports from the Department of Community Safety.

• Approved new Class B and C wine license for Banquet Hall Brindis (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Public Dance Hall License for Banquet Hall Brindis (4-0)
• Approved change of agent for Walgreens vaping license (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Massage Establishment License for Main Massage (4-0)
• Deferred operator's license for Trevaun Darrell Dye (3-1)
• Approved quarterly reports request from Department of Community Safety (4-0)
• Approved liquor renewal requests for 2026-2027 year, except American Legion Post #546 and Select 627 (4-0)
• Deferred non-renewal consideration for American Legion Post #546 (4-0)

Public Works and Services Committee

The Public Works and Services Committee is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including roofing and street reconstruction. The body will also consider final resolutions for paving various assessable streets and alleys, where costs are paid by abutting property owners.

• Proposed award of Multi-Site Roofing contract to Carlson Racine Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc. for $316,390.00
• Final payment of $611,101.43 for Goold Street Reconstruction to LaLonde Contractors, Inc.
• Change Order No. 1 for Goold Street Reconstruction in the amount of $20,712.31
• Final resolutions for paving assessable streets including Barbara Drive, Biscayne Avenue, and Monarch Drive
• Proposed installation of a pedestrian crossing beacon at DeKoven Street and Taylor Avenue

The Public Works and Services Committee unanimously approved awarding Contract 2026045 to Carlson Racine Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc. for $231,777. It also approved the Street Bridge over Root River project, a $20,712.31 change order for Goold Street Reconstruction, and the final payment of $611,101.43 for that contract. Additionally, the committee authorized signing Amendment 1 to the State/Municipal Financial Agreement (design cost $11,075.92) and approved several street and alley paving projects.

• Approved Contract 2026045 – Multi‑Site Roofing to Carlson Racine Roofing ($231,777) (unanimous)
• Approved Street Bridge over Root River (Transportation Project Plat) (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2025094 – Goold Street Reconstruction ($20,712.31) (unanimous)
• Approved final payment for Contract 2025094 – Goold Street Reconstruction ($611,101.43) (unanimous)
• Approved signing Amendment 1 to Contract 20200063 – State/Municipal Financial Agreement (design cost $11,075.92) (unanimous)
• Approved PCCP paving with curb & gutter for Biscayne Ave (Oakwood Dr. to Monarch Dr.) (unanimous)
• Approved PCCP paving for Debra Lane (Delaware Ave. to Winthrop Ave.) (unanimous)
• Approved PCCP paving for Short St. alley (North St. to Douglas Ave.) (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will meet in a closed session to address the Management Agreement for the Racine Civic Centre and Memorial Hall between the City of Racine and 5KEvents.org, LLC. Staff recommendation and a fiscal note are listed as items to be discussed. After the closed session, the council may take action on any matters considered.

• Management Agreement for the Racine Civic Centre and Memorial Hall with 5KEvents.org, LLC

The Common Council voted to amend the proposed management agreement for the Racine Civic Centre and Memorial Hall so the contract would expire on Dec. 31, 2027. The council added a deadline of June 9, 2026 for 5KEvents.org to accept the offer. The amended contract was then approved and offered to 5KEvents.org.

• Amended contract expiration to Dec. 31, 2027 – passed 12-1
• Added acceptance deadline of June 9, 2026 – passed 13-0
• Approved the amended March 17 contract – passed 13-0

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider authorizing the mayor and city clerk to accept a $2 M State of Wisconsin grant for the Lincoln King Community Center, approve a $150,000 contract with G Strategies for fundraising services, and approve participation in a Wisconsin Emergency Management Urban Search and Rescue agreement. The committee will also grant permission to apply for a $66,000 household hazardous waste grant and consider disallowing several attorney‑office claims. All items are staff‑recommended for approval.

• Accept $2 M State of Wisconsin Local Community Development Program grant for Lincoln King Community Center construction (no local match).
• Approve $150,000 contract with G Strategies, LLC for fundraising services for Lincoln King Community Center and Clinic (through March 31 2027).
• Authorize acceptance of Wisconsin Emergency Management State Urban Search and Rescue services agreement (city soft match under $20,000 annually).
• Permit application for WI‑DATCP Household Hazardous Waste grant up to $66,000 with up to $22,000 local match.
• Disallow claims submitted by Linda Smith, Christine Daugherty, and Bailey Berger & Sam Scarlato.

The committee approved the May 11 minutes and authorized the mayor, city clerk, finance director and fire chief to accept the Wisconsin Emergency Management agreement. It recommended approval for a $2 M state grant and a $150,000 contract with G Strategies for the Lincoln King Community Center project. It also recommended the city apply for a 2027 WI‑DATCP hazardous‑waste grant and disallowed three individual claims.

• Approved May 11 meeting minutes (5‑0 vote)
• Authorized acceptance of Wisconsin Emergency Management agreement (5‑0 vote)
• Recommended approval of $2 M state grant for Lincoln King Community Center
• Recommended approval of $150,000 G Strategies contract for fundraising services
• Recommended approval to apply for 2027 WI‑DATCP hazardous‑waste grant (up to $66,000)
• Disallowed claim of Linda Smith
• Disallowed claim of Christine Daugherty
• Disallowed claims of Bailey Berger and Sam Scarlato (3‑2 vote)

Library Board

The Racine Library Board will consider several routine items, including approval of the April 16 meeting minutes, March invoices and credit‑card purchases, and the March financial executive summary. The board will hear the Executive Director's report for April and various committee and liaison reports. A discussion and potential action will focus on the Prairie Lakes Library System board trustee position and on approving revised position descriptions, a new Access Services Supervisor role, and the Phase I organizational chart revision. The meeting will also confirm the next board meeting date.

• Approve Minutes from the April 16th Board Meeting (Item 0383‑26)
• Approve March Invoices & Credit Card Purchases (Item 0437‑26)
• Approve Financial Executive Summary Report for March (Item 0438‑26)
• Discussion & potential action on Prairie Lakes Library System – Resource Library Board position (Item 0442‑26)
• Referral from F&P Committee: approval of revised position descriptions, one new position, and Phase I Org Chart revision (Item 0444‑26)

Board of Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will approve the April 16, 2026 meeting minutes, receive reports from the Racine County Sheriff's Water Patrol and the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, and discuss several ongoing harbor projects. Topics include winter damage to recreational docks, a gate for the 5th Street Small Craft Launch lot, South Shore repairs, upstream dredging and piling, and structural repairs to the State Street Bridge. The meeting also sets the next meeting date for June 18, 2026.

• Winter damage to recreational docks
• Gating the 5th Street Small Craft Launch – lot (Parks Dept.)
• South Shore repairs (Parks Dept.)
• Dredging and piling upstream of State Street Bridge
• State Street Bridge repairs (structural & old abutment)

The Harbor Commission approved the minutes from its April 16, 2026 meeting. Reports were given on water patrol, dock repairs, and bridge design, with no projects funded in the 2026 CIP budget for the 5th Street launch or South Shore repairs. The commission noted that Harbor Tenders will use a new boat to replace missing river markers and moorings.

• Approved minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting

Waterworks Commission

The Waterworks Commission will review a proposal for yearly leak detection and a master service agreement for remote site inspection. The body will also discuss a system injection point to address water taste and odor concerns.

• Yearly Leak Detection Proposal from AECOM for $52,715
• Master Service Agreement with Dixon Engineering for Remote Site Inspection and Maintenance Management
• Update on Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) system injection point for taste and odor
• CPI Amendment for Full Service Organics Management, LLC (FSO) Agreement

The commission approved the April 15, 2026 Waterworks Commission meeting minutes. It received and filed the utility director’s update on the powdered activated carbon injection point. It approved a 10‑year master service agreement with Dixon Engineering, a $52,715 leak detection contract with AECOM, and a CPI amendment for the Full Service Organics Management agreement.

• Approved April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Received and filed PAC system update
• Approved 10‑year Master Service Agreement with Dixon Engineering
• Approved 2026 leak detection contract with AECOM ($52,715)
• Approved CPI amendment for Full Service Organics Management agreement

Wastewater Commission

The Wastewater Commission will approve the minutes from the April 15 meeting and consider several professional services agreements, including contracts with Ehlers and AECOM that have cost caps of $9,900 and $8,515. The commission will also decide whether to grant the utility permission to apply for a 2027 WI‑DATCP Household Hazardous Waste grant that could provide up to $66,000 with a match of up to $22,000. Additional items include a contract amendment with Full Source Organics Management for digester cleaning and two zero‑cost change orders on existing infrastructure projects. The commission will also approve the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Approve minutes for the April 15, 2026 Wastewater Commission meeting
• Approve professional services agreements with Ehlers (max $9,900) and AECOM (max $8,515)
• Grant permission to apply for a 2027 WI‑DATCP Household Hazardous Waste grant (max $66,000, match up to $22,000)
• Approve amendment with Full Source Organics Management, LLC for digester cleaning services
• Approve zero‑cost Change Order #4 on Contract D‑22 Biogas Conditioning Project

The Wastewater Commission approved the minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting. It approved professional services agreements with Ehlers Public Finance Advisors (up to $9,900) and AECOM (up to $8,515) for 2027 revenue‑sharing calculations. The commission also approved permission to apply for a 2027 WI‑DATCP household hazardous waste grant worth up to $66,000. Several zero‑cost change orders and a contract amendment were approved, and the calendar discussion received no vote.

• Approved minutes for the April 15, 2026 Wastewater Commission meeting
• Approved Ehlers and AECOM professional services agreements (costs up to $9,900 and $8,515)
• Received and filed communication on photovoltaic installations
• Approved permission to apply for the 2027 WI‑DATCP hazardous waste grant (up to $66,000)
• Approved amendment to Full Service Organics Management digester cleaning contract
• Approved zero‑cost Change Order #4 on Lee Mechanical biogas conditioning project
• Approved zero‑cost Change Order #3 on Miron Construction Chicory Rd sewer improvements
• Discussed 2026 calendar; no vote taken

Waterworks Commission

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several items, including the disallowance of three claimants' requests and the acceptance of a state emergency‑services agreement for the fire department. Aldermen will vote on a $2 million grant from the Wisconsin Department of Administration to fund construction of the Lincoln King Community Center. The council will also act on public‑works matters such as a $20,712.31 change order and a $611,101.43 final payment for the Goold Street Reconstruction contract, and the award of a $231,777.00 multi‑site roofing contract.

• Disallow claims for Linda Smith, Christine Daugherty, and Bailey Berger & Sam Scarlato (staff recommends disallowance)
• Accept Wisconsin Emergency Management State Urban Search and Rescue agreement (grant control #00703) for July 1 2026‑June 30 2028; city reimbursement with soft match under $20,000 annually
• Approve $2 million state grant (grant #00670) for construction of the Lincoln King Community Center
• Approve Change Order #1 to Contract 2025094 for Goold Street Reconstruction, amount $20,712.31
• Approve final payment of $611,101.43 for Contract 2025094 Goold Street Reconstruction

The Common Council approved the minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting with a 14‑aye vote. It also approved, by voice vote, referrals of several communications to the Finance and Personnel Committee, including a request to accept a $2 million state grant for the Lincoln King Community Center. Additional approvals included a $150,000 contract with G Strategies, a $20,712.31 change order for Goold Street reconstruction, and a $231,777 roofing contract award.

• Approved May 5, 2026 minutes (14 ayes, 1 excused)
• Approved referral of $2M grant request for Lincoln King Community Center (voice vote)
• Approved referral of $150,000 contract with G Strategies for fundraising (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No.1 for Goold Street Reconstruction ($20,712.31) (voice vote)
• Approved final payment for Goold Street Reconstruction contract ($611,101.43) (voice vote)
• Approved paving of multiple assessable streets (voice vote)
• Approved award of $231,777 roofing contract to Carlson Racine Roofing (voice vote)
• Approved installation of pedestrian crossing beacon at DeKoven & Taylor (voice vote)

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

The Planning Heritage and Design Commission will discuss a request to rezone properties along Sixteenth Street between Taylor Avenue and South Memorial Drive. This follows an application from Phesal CKadan to rezone 1558 and 1562 Packard Avenue.

• Possible action to initiate rezoning of properties between Taylor Avenue and South Memorial Drive
• Rezoning application for 1558 Packard Avenue (currently R3 Limited General Residence)
• Rezoning application for 1562 Packard Avenue (currently R3 Limited General Residence)

The Planning Heritage and Design Commission approved the minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting. It also approved a request to direct City Development staff to initiate a rezoning resolution for properties along Sixteenth Street between Taylor Avenue and South Memorial Drive. Both motions were adopted by voice vote.

• Approved May 4, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved request to direct staff to pursue rezoning of Sixteenth Street corridor (voice vote)

Community Development Authority

Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The committee is reviewing several new and renewal license applications for local businesses. Members will also discuss the appointment of two humane officers and the frequency of police chief presentations.

• New liquor license application for Stix Tavern at 600 High St.
• New tobacco and vape license application for Corner & More Store at 1600 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.
• New secondhand jewelry dealer's license for 1 Stop Exchange at 2000 Lathrop Ave
• Appointment of two City of Racine Humane Officers
• Towing license renewals for Floyd & Sons Towing & Recovery Inc. and Jensen Towing

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved a cigarette, tobacco and electronic vape retail license for Refreshed Faith Community LLC DBA Corner & More Store, a Class B liquor license for Stix Tavern, and a secondhand jewelry dealer license for N&R Solutions LLC DBA 1 Stop Exchange. It also denied an operator's license for Jimmy Mutchie due to non‑appearance, approved renewal towing licenses for Floyd & Sons and Jensen Towing, and approved the appointment of two City of Racine Humane Officers. All motions passed with unanimous votes of four to zero.

• Approved Corner & More Store cigarette/tobacco/vape retail license (4‑0)
• Approved Stix Tavern Class B liquor license (4‑0)
• Approved 1 Stop Exchange secondhand jewelry dealer license (4‑0)
• Denied Jimmy Mutchie operator's license (4‑0)
• Approved Floyd & Sons towing license renewal (4‑0)
• Approved Jensen Towing license renewal (4‑0)
• Approved appointment of two City of Racine Humane Officers (4‑0)
• Approved quarterly Police Chief presentation within 30 days after each quarter (4‑0)

Sister City Planning Committee

The Sister City Planning Committee will approve minutes from the April 15 meeting, receive updates from its international partners, hear a report on the Summer 2026 student exchange, get a financial account update, and consider revisions to its bylaws. The meeting also includes a discussion of the 2026 Fourth Fest Sister City delegation.

• Approve minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting
• Updates from sister city partners Aalborg, Montélimar, and Zapotlanejo
• Report on Summer 2026 student exchange program
• Financial account update
• Committee review and update of bylaws (Item 0102-26)

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

The Board will meet to approve the minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes a review of the Director's Report for April 2026.

• Approval of April 8, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of Director's Report-April 2026 (0387-26)

Public Works and Services Committee

The Public Works and Services Committee will hold a public hearing on special assessments for alley improvements. The body is also reviewing several construction bids and a parking management contract.

• Contract 2026012 for Concrete Street Reconstruction recommended for LaLonde Contractors, Inc. at $1,357,256.24
• Contract 10141535 for Phase III Transit Center Renovations & Repairs recommended for Berglund Construction Company at $1,046,000.00
• Contract 2026044 for 2026 Multi-Site Tuckpointing recommended for Tiger Restoration at $810,500.00
• Parking management contract with ABM Industry Group proposed in a not-to-exceed amount of $582,461.52
• Proposed change of a yield sign to a stop sign at Monroe Ave and Victory Avenue (staff recommendation: deny)

The Public Works and Services Committee approved several contracts, including a $1,357,256.24 Concrete Street Reconstruction contract awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc. All motions passed unanimously except the stop‑sign ordinance, which received four affirmative votes. No other decisions were denied or tabled.

• Approved $825,000 Phase III Transit Center Renovations contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,357,256.24 Concrete Street Reconstruction contract (unanimous)
• Approved $765,000 Multi‑Site Tuckpointing contract, total $810,500 with alternates (unanimous)
• Approved $582,461.52 parking management contract with ABM Industry Group (unanimous)
• Approved $24,553.03 change order deduction for Sanitary Sewer Repairs (unanimous)
• Approved final payment $537,185.97 for Sanitary Sewer Repairs contract (unanimous)
• Received and filed taxpayer concerns about Pearl Street facility (passed)
• Adopted ordinance to replace Monroe Ave/Yield sign with stop sign (4‑vote approval)

Board of Health

The Racine Board of Health meeting will approve the minutes from the April 14, 2026 meeting, hear public comments, and conduct an election for the board's President and Vice President. The board will also receive April 2026 reports from the Public Health Administrator, Deputy PHA, and various division directors, and a presentation on the North & Zoo Beach Report Card.

• Approval of minutes from the April 14, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period
• Election of Board of Health President and Vice President
• April 2026 reports from Public Health Administrator, Deputy PHA, and division directors
• Presentation of North & Zoo Beach Report Card

The Board approved the April 14, 2026 meeting minutes by voice vote. Dr. Fouse was appointed President and Dr. Brennan Vice President. The Board received and filed the April 2026 reports from the Public Health Administrator and division directors by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 p.m. by voice vote.

• Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Appointed Dr. Fouse as President (board appointment)
• Appointed Dr. Brennan as Vice President (board appointment)
• Received and filed April 2026 reports from administrators and directors (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45 p.m. (voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will approve the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting. It will hear a presentation by Mayor Mason on the city’s redevelopment strategy and upcoming Tax Increment District (TID) plans. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting
• Presentation by Mayor Mason on redevelopment strategy and upcoming TID plans
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Committee approved the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting with a 13‑aye vote. It also voted to receive and file a communication from Mayor Mason outlining a redevelopment strategy and upcoming TID plans, passing unanimously with 14 ayes.

• Approved March 9, 2026 meeting minutes (13‑aye)
• Received and filed Mayor Mason redevelopment communication (14‑aye)

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

The Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board will consider approval of the FY 2026 Annual Action Plan. The board will also authorize the City Development Department to submit the plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Approval would enable the city to receive federal CDBG, HOME, and ESG funding for FY 2026.

• Approve minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting
• Approve the FY 2026 Annual Action Plan
• Authorize submission of the plan to HUD, unlocking $1,711,710 CDBG, $433,741 HOME, and $153,237 ESG funds

The Advisory Board approved the March 16, 2026 meeting minutes by voice vote. It then voted to recommend that the Common Council accept the FY 2026 HUD entitlement allocations for CDBG, HOME, and ESG, adopt the FY 2026 Annual Action Plan, and authorize the City Development Department to submit the plan to HUD. Both motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved March 16, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended Common Council accept FY 2026 HUD allocations, adopt Annual Action Plan, and authorize submission to HUD (voice vote)

Sex Offender Residency Board

The Sex Offender Residency Board will hold hearings to decide on several requests for exemptions from residency restrictions. The board will also reconsider prior approvals for two individuals. Some portions of these hearings will be conducted in closed session.

• Exemption request for Terrelle Dwayne Oliver to reside at 1534 West Street
• Exemption request for Henry Wilson to reside at 1534 West Street
• Reconsideration of Richard Funk's approval to reside at 1324 Maple Street, Unit 5
• Reconsideration of Joseph Verna's approval to reside at 1824 Rapids Drive
• Exemption requests for Jake R. Quinn, Sr. (2320 Virginia Street) and William Parr (1901 Carter Street)

The Sex Offender Residency Board approved the minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting. It granted exemptions for Terrelle Dwayne Oliver, Richard Funk, Joseph Verna, Jake R. Quinn Sr., and William Parr to reside at their requested addresses, and denied an exemption for Henry Wilson. For each exemption request the board moved to a closed‑session hearing before announcing the decision in open session.

• Approved April 27, 2026 meeting minutes
• Granted exemption for Terrelle Dwayne Oliver at 1534 West Street (Roll Call: Nuechterlein Aye, Palacios Aye)
• Denied exemption for Henry Wilson at 1534 West Street (non‑appearance)
• Granted exemption for Richard Funk at 1324 Maple Street, Unit 5 (Roll Call: Nuechterlein Aye, Palacios Aye)
• Granted exemption for Joseph Verna at 1824 Rapids Drive (Roll Call: Nuechterlein Aye, Palacios Aye)
• Granted exemption for Jake R. Quinn Sr. at 2320 Virginia Street (Roll Call: Neuchterlein Aye, Palacios Aye)
• Granted exemption for William Parr at 1901 Carter Street

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will approve the minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting and discuss several communications. Items include a $7,600 allocation for aldermanic phones, proposed sanitary sewer ordinance amendments, a $100,000 donation for the Lincoln King Community Center and Clinic, a $1,000 donation for the police K9 unit, and a request to apply for a $157,500 grant to replace piers at the 5th Street Boat launch. The committee will also consider disallowing two insurance claims and approve a workers‑compensation settlement totaling $33,419.40. A closed‑session will address litigation strategy before returning to open session.

• $7,600 allocation for aldermanic phones from the council's stationary budget
• Proposed sanitary sewer ordinance amendments (Ord 0002-26)
• $100,000 donation from CNH for the Lincoln King Community Center and Clinic
• $1,000 donation for the Racine Police Department K9 Unit
• $157,500 grant request to replace six piers at the 5th Street Boat launch

The Finance and Personnel Committee approved a $100,000 donation from CNH for the Lincoln King Community Center and a $1,000 donation for the police K9 unit. It also approved applying for a $157,500 DNR grant to replace piers at the 5th Street Boat launch and approved a workers‑compensation settlement totaling $33,419.40. The committee disallowed claims from Shikema Williams and State Farm on behalf of Deb Cashin, and approved a $7,600 allocation for aldermanic phone lines and a sewer ordinance amendment.

• Approved $7,600 allocation for aldermanic phones (3-1)
• Approved recommendation to adopt Sewer Ordinance Amendment 0002-26
• Approved $100,000 donation for Lincoln King Community Center
• Approved $1,000 donation for Police K9 Unit
• Approved application for $157,500 DNR grant for 5th Street Boat launch piers
• Disallowed claim by Shikema Williams
• Disallowed claim by State Farm on behalf of Deb Cashin
• Approved workers’ compensation settlement totaling $33,419.40

Common Council

The Common Council will review several high-value infrastructure contracts and public hearings for liquor licenses. The body is also considering a $100,000 donation for the Lincoln King Community Center and Clinic project.

• Contract 2026012 for Concrete Street Reconstruction awarded to LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for $1,357,256.24
• Contract 10141535 for Phase III Transit Center Renovations & Repairs awarded to Berglund Construction Company for $1,046,000.00
• Contract 2026044 for Multi-Site Tuckpointing awarded to Tiger Restoration for $810,500.00
• Parking management contract with ABM Industry Group not to exceed $582,461.52
• Public hearings for 'Class A' liquor licenses at 3700 Spring St. and 1511 W Sixth St.

The council approved the minutes from March 17, April 20, and April 21, 2026 by a unanimous 15‑0 vote. It approved Change Order No. 2 to Contract 2024066, reducing the contract amount by $24,553.03. The council authorized the final payment of $537,185.97 for the 2024 sanitary sewer repairs contract.

• Approved minutes of March 17, April 20, and April 21, 2026 (15‑0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 to Contract 2024066, deducting $24,553.03 (voice vote)
• Authorized final payment of $537,185.97 for Contract 2024066 sanitary sewer repairs (voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

Standing Joint Review Board

The Standing Joint Review Board will meet on May 4, 2026 at 2:30 PM in City Hall, Room 303. The board will review and discuss draft project plans for amendments to Tax Incremental Districts 11, 13, 22, 23, 28, and 31. The board will also review draft project plans for the creation of Tax Incremental Districts 32 and 33.

• Review draft project plans for amendments to TID 11, 13, 22, 23, 28, and 31
• Review draft project plans for creation of TID 32 and 33

The Standing Joint Review Board approved the minutes from the May 9, 2025 meeting. It nominated the City Representative as chairperson and elected Steven Madsen as a public member. The board received and filed presentations for amendments to Tax Incremental Districts 11, 13, 22, 23, 28, and 31, as well as for the creation of TIDs 32 and 33. The next meeting was set for June 9, 2026.

• Approved minutes of May 9, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Nominated City Representative as Chairperson (voice vote)
• Elected Steven Madsen as public member (voice vote)
• Received and filed TID amendment presentations (voice vote)
• Received and filed TID creation presentations (voice vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. (voice vote)

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

The Planning Heritage and Design Commission will hold public hearings on project plan amendments for six Tax Incremental Districts and the creation of two new TIDs. The body will also consider several conditional use permits for businesses and housing, as well as signage and exterior design requests.

• Conditional use permit for an assisted living facility at 4020 Durand Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a contractor office/yard at 2627 Lathrop Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a tattoo establishment at 242 Main Street
• Major amendment for nine housing units at 1624 Yout Street
• Creation of Tax Incremental Districts No. 32 and 33

The Planning Heritage and Design Commission voted by voice vote to adopt resolutions amending the project plans for Tax Incremental Districts 11, 13, 22, 23, 28, and 31. The amendments allow allocations of excess revenue from TID 11 to TID 18, from TID 13 to TIDs 18 and 26, and from TID 22 to TID 28, and update infrastructure language and CDA implementation for the other districts. All motions were approved without recorded dissent.

• Approved resolution to allow allocations from TID No. 11 to TID No. 18 (voice vote)
• Approved resolution to allow allocations from TID No. 13 to TID Nos. 18 and 26 (voice vote)
• Approved resolution amending the project plan and boundary for TID No. 22 (voice vote)
• Approved resolution amending the project plan for TID No. 23 (voice vote)
• Approved resolution amending the project plan for TID No. 28 (voice vote)
• Approved resolution amending the project plan for TID No. 31 (voice vote)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a closed session to consider possible dismissal, demotion, discipline, employment, promotion, compensation, and performance evaluation matters for public employees, as well as strategies for crime detection or prevention. In an open session, the commission will conduct interviews for police officer candidates.

• Closed session: consider dismissal, demotion, or discipline of public employees
• Closed session: consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data
• Closed session: consider strategy for crime detection or prevention
• Open session: police officer candidate interviews

Transit Commission

Library Board- Finance and Personnel

The Library Board Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss draft organizational chart revisions and aspirations. The board is also considering the approval of one new position, Phase I organizational chart revisions, and revised position descriptions.

• Consideration of approval for one new position
• Consideration of Phase I Org Chart Revision
• Revised position descriptions for Access Services Supervisor, Business Manager, and Head of Community Engagement
• Discussion of RPL Aspirational Organizational Chart Proposed 2026
• Approval of minutes from the September 29, 2025 meeting

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee will approve the April 15 minutes and select a chair and vice chair for 2026‑2027. It will formally deny the cigarette, tobacco and electronic vape retail license for Douglas Depot LLC (Douglas Tobacco) at 1615 Douglas Ave. The committee will also review several new applications for tobacco, vape, and liquor licenses, including Corner & More Store, Marci's 2nd Round, Sam & Wills Pizzeria & Pub, and Spring Street Mobil.

• Denial of Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vape Device Retail License for Douglas Depot LLC DBA Douglas Tobacco, 1615 Douglas Ave.
• Review of new Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vape Device Retail License for Refreshed Faith Community LLC DBA Corner & More Store, 1600 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.
• Review of Class B Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for J & M of Caledonia LLC DBA Marci's 2nd Round, 236 Main St.
• Review of Class B Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Sam & Wills Pizzeria & Pub LLC DBA Sam & Wills Pizzeria & Pub, 3840 Douglas Ave.
• Review of Class A Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for S & S Racine Business Enterprises LLC DBA Spring Street Mobil, 3700 Spring St.

The committee elected Alder Peete as chair and Alder Kelly as vice‑chair for 2026‑2027. It denied a new tobacco, vape and cigarette retail license for Douglas Tobacco. It approved several Class B and Class A liquor licenses, including Marci’s 2nd Round, Sam & Wills Pizzeria & Pub, and Spring Street Mobil, each with a six‑month opening condition. Additional approvals included changes of agent for the Racine Art Museum and Somerset Club.

• Alder Peete elected Chair (3‑1 vote, 1 excused)
• Alder Kelly elected Vice Chair (5‑0 vote)
• Denied cigarette/tobacco/vape retail license for Douglas Depot LLC DBA Douglas Tobacco (2‑1‑1 vote)
• Deferred application for Refreshed Faith Community LLC DBA Corner & More Store (4‑0 vote)
• Approved Class B liquor license for J & M of Caledonia LLC DBA Marci's 2nd Round, conditioned to open in 6 months (4‑0 vote)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Sam & Wills Pizzeria & Pub LLC DBA Sam & Wills Pizzeria & Pub, conditioned to open in 6 months (4‑0 vote)
• Approved Class A liquor license for S & S Racine Business Enterprises LLC DBA Spring Street Mobil (3‑1 vote)
• Approved change of agent for Racine Art Museum Inc (4‑0 vote)

Police and Fire Commission

The Racine Police and Fire Commission will meet in a closed session to consider dismissal, demotion, discipline, employment, promotion, compensation, performance evaluation, and crime detection or prevention strategies for public employees. In an open session, the commission will conduct interviews for police officer candidates. No other actions are listed.

• Closed session: consider dismissal, demotion, or discipline of public employees
• Closed session: consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations
• Closed session: consider strategy for crime detection or prevention
• Open session: Police officer candidate interviews

Public Works and Services Committee

The Public Works and Services Committee will consider approving Amendment 1 to Contract 2025187 for the STH 38 Bridge over Root River, a $15,070,000 design‑construction project with the city’s share of $651,000. It will also vote on award contracts for 2026 City Resurfacing ($1,197,904.42 to Payne & Dolan, Inc.) and Assessable Streets and Alleys ($1,339,264.46 to Milwaukee General Construction Co.). Additional items include final payment for the Island Park Parking Lot Upgrade and a street‑closure request for a July block party.

• Amendment 1 to Contract 2025187 – STH 38 Bridge over Root River, total cost $15,070,000, city share $651,000
• Award of Contract 2026010 – 2026 City Resurfacing to Payne & Dolan, Inc., $1,197,904.42
• Award of Contract 2026011 – Assessable Streets and Alleys to Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc., $1,339,264.46
• Final payment for Island Park Parking Lot Upgrade to LaLonde Contractors, Inc., $316,728.85
• Jerome Blvd closure for Pentecost Lutheran Church block party on July 25, 2026

The Public Works and Services Committee elected Alder Harmon as chair (2-1-1-1) and Alder Pabon as vice chair. It approved a street closure for a neighborhood block party, final payment for the Island Park parking lot upgrade, and awarded multiple contracts including a $1.34 M assessable streets and alleys project. All listed actions were approved unanimously.

• Elected Alder Harmon as chair (2-1-1-1, 1 abstain)
• Elected Alder Pabon as vice chair (uncontested)
• Approved closure of Jerome Blvd for block party (unanimous)
• Approved final payment $316,728.85 for Island Park Parking Lot Upgrade (unanimous)
• Awarded 2026 City Resurfacing contract $1,197,904.42 to Payne & Dolan, Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded 2026 Assessable Streets and Alleys contract $1,339,264.46 to Milwaukee General Construction Co., Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded Rapids Dr. Lighting Phase 2 contract $179,548.44 to WIL‑Surge Electric, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Transportation Project Plat for Mt. Pleasant Street (unanimous)

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider several items, including approving the minutes from the April 13 meeting, selecting a chair and vice‑chair for 2026‑2027, and voting on the Racine Fire Staff Officers’ 2025‑2028 collective bargaining agreement, which would cost about $125,000 over four years. Additional items include allocating $7,600 annually for Aldermanic phone lines, authorizing acceptance of a $50,000 Interoperable Radio grant (with a 20 % local match), permitting a $3,000 donation to the Financial Empowerment Center, approving a three‑year $180,900 GIS software contract, and authorizing budget carryovers and the presentation of recent fiscal results.

• Approve Racine Fire Staff Officers’ 2025‑2028 collective bargaining agreement; costs ≈ $125,000 in wages and benefits.
• Allocate $7,600 per year from the stationary budget for Aldermanic phones and lines.
• Authorize acceptance of up to $50,000 Interoperable Radio Grant (total $63,000 with 20 % local match).
• Approve a three‑year contract with Esri for GIS software costing $180,900.
• Approve budget carryovers from 2025 to 2026 and present unaudited Q4 2025 and Q1 2026 fiscal results.

The committee elected Alder Land as Chair and Alder Horton as Vice Chair, each vote passing 5‑0. It recommended approval of the Racine Fire Staff Officers’ 2025‑2028 collective bargaining agreement. It also recommended approval of a $180,900 three‑year GIS software contract, a $50,000 emergency‑communications grant, a $3,000 donation for the Financial Empowerment Center, and budget carryovers from 2025 to 2026, and approved the presentation of recent fiscal results.

• Approved Alder Land as Chair (5‑0)
• Approved Alder Horton as Vice Chair (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of Fire Staff Officers’ 2025‑2028 collective bargaining agreement
• Recommended approval of $180,900 GIS software contract with Esri
• Recommended approval of $50,000 Interoperable Radio Grant (20% local match)
• Recommended approval of $3,000 donation to Financial Empowerment Center
• Recommended approval of 2025‑2026 budget carryovers
• Approved presentation of 4th Q 2025 and 1st Q 2026 fiscal results

Sex Offender Residency Board

The Sex Offender Residency Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings to determine if four individuals may be granted exemptions from residency restrictions. The Board will deliberate in closed session before announcing decisions in open session.

• Exemption request from David Anthony Hacht for 617 Wisconsin Avenue, Apt. 1 or 1534 West Street
• Exemption request from Darrell Sykes for 1534 West Street
• Exemption request from Gerald William Halcsik for 1534 West Street
• Exemption request from Emilio Padilla for 1534 West Street

Due Process Board

The Due Process Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive training. The training provided by the City Attorney’s Office concerns duties related to the Due Process Board.

• Training by the City Attorney’s Office on Due Process Board duties (Item 0245-26)
• Approval of minutes for 02/26/2026 and 03/26/2026 meetings

The Due Process Board meeting was adjourned at 3:35 PM because a quorum was not present. No agenda items, including the proposed training by the City Attorney’s Office, were acted upon.

Police and Fire Commission

The Racine Police and Fire Commission will approve minutes from the Jan. 28, 2026 meeting. In closed session, the Chief of Police will request a change to the promotional eligibility requirements for the rank of sergeant, shifting from continuous RPD experience to total RPD experience. The commission will also receive and file reports on internal affairs, personnel, the probationary officer & training unit, and public safety.

• Proposal to change sergeant promotion eligibility from continuous to total RPD experience
• Receipt and filing of Internal Affairs report
• Receipt and filing of Personnel report
• Receipt and filing of Probationary Officer & Training Unit report
• Receipt and filing of Public Safety report

Common Council

The Common Council will elect a President and Vice President. It will appoint members to standing committees. A communication from Mayor Mason appointing unspecified individuals will be considered.

• Election of Council President and Vice President
• Standing Committee appointments
• Communication from Mayor Mason (details TBD)

The Common Council elected Alder Jorgensen as Council President (9 votes for Jorgensen, 5 for Pabon, 1 abstention). Alder Allen was elected Council Vice President (8 votes for Allen, 4 for Davis, 3 for Pabon). The council appointed members to the Finance and Personnel, Public Works and Services, and Public Safety and Licensing standing committees. Mayor Mason announced that the pending communication‑sponsored appointments will be moved to the next council meeting.

• Elected Alder Jorgensen as Council President (9 votes for Jorgensen, 5 for Pabon, 1 abstain)
• Elected Alder Allen as Council Vice President (8 votes for Allen, 4 for Davis, 3 for Pabon)
• Appointed Alder Maack, Alder Land, Alder Horton, Alder Hodges, Alder Jorgensen to Finance and Personnel committee
• Appointed Alder Pabon, Alder DeMark, Alder Harmon, Alder Allen, Alder Weidner to Public Works and Services committee
• Appointed Alder Peete, Alder Frazier, Alder Davis, Alder Weiss, Alder Kelly to Public Safety and Licensing committee
• Postponed all communication‑sponsored appointments to the next council meeting

Committee of the Whole

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several Public Works items, including approving a $786,000 change order for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Lateral Lining project and a $367,709.25 change order for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Main CIP. It will also vote on contract awards for Graceland Cemetery paving ($77,616) and parking‑ramp maintenance ($270,980), and on amendments to parking regulations that remove specific limited‑parking zones. Finally, the council will decide on street closures and a $3,150 fee for the Juneteenth Day Parade route.

• Approve Change Order No. 2 to Contract 2025009 for $786,000 (Sanitary Sewer Lateral Lining)
• Approve Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2025005 for $367,709.25 (Sanitary Sewer Main CIP)
• Award Contract 2026021 to Asphalt Contractors, Inc. for $77,616 (Graceland Cemetery paving upgrades)
• Award Contract 2026025 to Restoration Systems Inc. for $270,980 (Parking ramp maintenance)
• Approve amendments eliminating several limited‑parking zones on West 6th St, LaSalle St, and other streets

The Common Council approved a series of communications, including a $1.34 million contract for assessable streets and alleys and a $1.20 million resurfacing contract. It also authorized a $180,900 three‑year GIS software contract, a $7,600 annual Aldermanic phone budget, and a $125,000 fire staff collective bargaining agreement. Additional approvals covered a $50,000 emergency communications grant, a $3,000 donation for the Financial Empowerment Center, and final payment for the Island Park Parking Lot Upgrade.

• Approved $180,900 three‑year GIS software contract with Esri (voice vote)
• Approved $7,600 annual budget for Aldermanic phones (voice vote)
• Approved acceptance of $50,000 emergency communications grant (voice vote)
• Approved acceptance of $3,000 donation from Landmark Credit Union (voice vote)
• Approved fire staff collective bargaining agreement costing about $125,000 (voice vote)
• Approved $1,197,904.42 contract to Payne & Dolan, Inc. for 2026 City Resurfacing (voice vote)
• Approved $1,339,264.46 contract to Milwaukee General Construction Co. for Assessable Streets and Alleys (voice vote)
• Approved $316,728.85 final payment for Island Park Parking Lot Upgrade (voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve February invoices, credit card purchases, and the February Financial Executive Summary Report. The board will also receive an annual investments presentation from Johnson Financial.

• Annual Investments Presentation with Johnson Financial
• Approval of February Invoices & CC Purchases
• Approval of Financial Executive Summary Report for February
• Discussion regarding Prairie Lakes Library System Resource Library Board Position

The board approved the March 19 meeting minutes, February invoices and credit‑card purchases, and the February Financial Executive Summary Report. It also set the RPL Finance & Personnel Committee meeting for April 30 and confirmed the next board meeting for May 21. The meeting was adjourned at 5:38 p.m.

• Approved March 19 Board meeting minutes (motion by Huerta, seconded by Hubbard)
• Approved February invoices and credit‑card purchases (motion by Hargrove, seconded by Huerta)
• Approved February Financial Executive Summary Report (motion by Hargrove, seconded by Ramirez)
• Scheduled RPL Finance & Personnel Committee meeting for April 30 at 4:30 p.m. (decision recorded)
• Confirmed next Library Board meeting for May 21 at 4:30 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 5:38 p.m. (motion to adjourn)

Board of Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting. Staff reported that the water patrol boats are ready for the season and lake levels are 1.65 ft higher than last year. The Parks department noted there is no budget for gating the 6th Street small‑boat launch, estimating a $50,000 cost if funded later. The commission announced the pump‑out station is open and that design work on the State Street Bridge will continue into 2027.

• Approved minutes for the March 19, 2026 meeting

Waterworks Commission

The Racine Waterworks Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its March 18 meeting and to adopt the Community Infrastructure Partners (CIP/Equiflow) Annual Plan costing $46,306,387, funded by a $40 million Bipartisan Infrastructure Loan and a $10 million Water Main Replacement Loan. The commission will also consider and approve several contract bids for lead service line and water main replacement projects, a consumer confidence report, and two change orders that adjust contract totals.

• Approve CIP/Equiflow Annual Plan totaling $46,306,387, funded by $40 M Bipartisan Infrastructure Loan and $10 M Water Main Replacement Loan
• Approve contract EqRa-001 to Miller Pipeline – Central Region for $18,602,854, funded by Bipartisan Infrastructure Loan
• Approve contract EqRa-002 to Miller Pipeline – Central Region for $17,658,184, funded by Bipartisan Infrastructure Loan
• Approve contract W-26-1 to Reesmans Excavating & Grading, Inc. for $4,740,970.50, funded by 2026‑2027 Safe Drinking Water Loan
• Approve Change Order No. 1 on contract W-25-6 (6th Street/Highway 31 water main) increasing total to $2,256,570

The Waterworks Commission approved the minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting. It approved the Community Infrastructure Partners (CIP/Equiflow) annual plan costing $46,306,387, funded by federal infrastructure loans. The commission also approved several contract bids and change orders for water main and lead service line projects, and received the 2025 Consumer Confidence Report for filing.

• Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes (0301-26)
• Approved CIP/Equiflow Annual Plan ($46,306,387) (0276-26)
• Approved contract bids Miller Pipeline for EqRa-001 ($18,602,854) and EqRa-002 ($17,658,184) and A.W. Oakes & Son for W-26-3 ($5,848,110) (group items 0277-26, 0278-26, 0280-26)
• Approved Reesmans Excavating & Grading contract ($4,740,970.50) (0279-26)
• Received and filed 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (0281-26)
• Approved Change Order No.1 on 6th Street/Highway 31 water main contract, increasing total to $2,256,570 (0282-26)
• Approved Change Order No.1 on Phase 3 water main replacement, increasing total to $509,617.40 (0283-26)

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved the Dance Hall license application and approved formal expressions of concern for Honors Racine and Uptown Pub & Grill. It denied applications for a tobacco retail license, a massage establishment license, a Class B beer and Class C wine license, and a Class A retail fermented malt beverage license. The committee also approved a change of agent for Neighborhood Pantry and received and filed an amusement jukebox application.

• Approved Dance Hall License (2-1-1)
• Denied Douglas Tobacco retail license (4-0)
• Denied Lotus Spa massage establishment license (4-0)
• Denied Meet N Greetz Class B beer/Class C wine license (4-0)
• Received and filed Amusement Jukebox application (4-0)
• Denied Neighborhood Pantry Class A retail fermented malt beverage license (4-0)
• Approved Change of Agent for Neighborhood Pantry (4-0)
• Approved formal expression of concern for Honors Racine (4-0)

Sister City Planning Committee

The Sister City Planning Committee will consider several agenda items, including a review and update of its bylaws. It will approve minutes from the February 11 and March 16, 2026 meetings. The agenda also includes updates from sister‑city partners, reports on student‑exchange programs, and planning for the 2026 fourth Fest delegation visit.

• Approval of minutes for the February 11, 2026 and March 16, 2026 meetings
• Committee review and update of bylaws
• 2026 4th Fest Sister City delegation visit
• Update from sister‑city partners: Aalborg and Zapotlanejo
• Report from Montélimar subcommittee on Spring 2026 student exchange

Wastewater Commission

The Wastewater Commission is reviewing requests for sanitary sewer extensions for the Village of Mount Pleasant. The body will also consider amendments to the sewer ordinance and a professional services agreement for pipe lining and CCTV management.

• Sanitary sewer extension request for 2235 Newman Road
• Sanitary sewer extension request for Pike River Subdivision
• Proposed Sewer Ordinance Amendments (Ordinance 0002-26)
• Professional Services Agreement with Applied Technologies for $11,200
• Facility Plan Amendment Study updates from the Utility Director

The Wastewater Commission approved the minutes from the March 18 meeting. It approved a sanitary sewer extension for 2235 Newman Road (with one nay vote) and another extension for the Pike River Subdivision. The commission also approved ordinance amendments (Ordinance 0002-26) and referred them to the Finance and Personnel Committee. Finally, it approved a professional services agreement with Applied Technologies for a 2026 CIPP lining and CCTV project.

• Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sanitary sewer extension for 2235 Newman Rd (1 nay vote)
• Approved sanitary sewer extension for Pike River Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 0002-26 amendments and referred to Finance and Personnel Committee
• Deferred Facility Plan amendment study update for one month
• Approved Applied Technologies CIPP Lining and CCTV contract (6-3 vote)

Public Works and Services Committee

The Public Works and Services Committee unanimously approved the final payment of $1,197,772.98 for Contract 2025001, Concrete Street Reconstruction. It also approved parade permits for the Memorial Day and Juneteenth Day parades, awarded several construction contracts, and authorized multiple change orders and professional service agreements.

• Approved $1,197,772.98 final payment for Concrete Street Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved $77,616.00 award to Asphalt Contractors, Inc. for Graceland Cemetery paving (unanimous)
• Approved $270,980.00 award to Restoration Systems Inc. for Parking Ramp Maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $3,150 fee and route for Juneteenth Day Parade street closures (unanimous)
• Approved $6,528.50 change order for Multi‑Site Roofing (unanimous)
• Approved $84,031.60 deduction change order for CCTV Sewer Inspection (unanimous)
• Approved $786,000.00 change order for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Lateral Lining (unanimous)
• Approved $113,900.00 professional services agreement with AECOM for 2026 Pavement Inspection (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

Board of Health

The Board approved the March 10, 2026 meeting minutes by voice vote. It then received and filed the March 2026 reports from the Public Health Administrator and division directors, also by voice vote. Finally, the Board adjourned the meeting at 4:51 pm by voice vote.

• Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Received and filed March 2026 reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:51 pm (voice vote)

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee approved the March 9 minutes (4‑0 vote). It recommended approval of the Racine Police Staff Officers’ Association collective bargaining agreement, a sole‑source $90,000 contract with Sentinel Technologies, and a $40 M debt for the 2027 lead service line replacement project. The committee also recommended disallowing a claim by Christopher Weiss.

• Approved March 9 minutes (4‑0 vote)
• Recommended approval of 2025‑2028 Racine Police Staff Officers’ Association bargaining agreement (≈ $900,000 cost)
• Recommended approval of sole‑source contract #2026049 with Sentinel Technologies, Inc. (up to $90,000)
• Recommended approval of up to $40,000,000 debt for 2027 Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Recommended disallowance of Christopher Weiss claim

Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission

Sex Offender Residency Board

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

The board approved motions to receive and file the Director's Report for March 2026, the Zoological Report for February 2026, and the communication from Beth Heidorn of the Racine Zoo. Each motion was made and seconded by board members and was adopted. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Received and filed Director's Report-March 2026
• Received and filed Zoological Report-February 2026
• Received and filed Communication from Beth Heidorn, Executive Director of the Racine Zoo

Board of Ethics

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Public Works and Services Committee

Transit Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the January 29, 2026 meeting. It authorized a purchase agreement for two support vehicles not to exceed $100,000 with Ewald Automotive Group. The commission also approved RYDE Racine's Drug and Alcohol Policy and received and filed an operating performance report and budget update.

• Approved January 29, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two support vehicles up to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved RYDE Racine Drug and Alcohol Policy (unanimous)
• Received and filed operating performance report and budget update (unanimous)

Due Process Board

The board met on March 26, 2026 with four members present and two excused. A motion by Thomas Binger, seconded by Kevin Coey, to defer the City Attorney’s training communication until the next meeting was voted on. All four present members voted aye, so the motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 3:36 PM.

• Deferred City Attorney training communication until next meeting (passed, 4 ayes)

Public Works and Services Committee

Library Board- Finance and Personnel

Board of Harbor Commission

The Board approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 Harbor Commission meeting. No other actions were voted on; remaining items were discussed for future planning.

• Approved minutes of October 16, 2025 meeting

Sex Offender Residency Board

Library Board

The Racine Library Board approved the February 19 board meeting minutes and several reports, including January invoices, the January financial summary, and the March executive director's report. The board also approved the 2026 Resource Library Agreement with the Prairie Lakes Library System. The next meeting was set for April 16, 2026.

• Approved minutes from the February 19 board meeting
• Approved January invoices & credit‑card purchases
• Approved Financial Executive Summary Report for January
• Approved Executive Director's Report for March
• Approved 2026 Resource Library Agreement with Prairie Lakes Library System
• Confirmed next meeting for Thursday, April 16, 2026

Wastewater Commission

The Racine Wastewater Commission will approve the minutes from its February 18 meeting, adopt the 2026 Mount Pleasant Interceptor rates, and approve a professional services contract with Full Source Organics Management, LLC for digester cleaning. The commission will also receive and file a utility‑director re‑organization communication and a commissioner‑sponsored notice of claim regarding shared revenue calculations. A closed‑session portion will discuss property purchases, fund investments, and litigation strategy.

• Approve minutes for the February 18, 2026 Wastewater Commission meeting
• Approve 2026 Mount Pleasant Interceptor rates
• Approve professional services contract with Full Source Organics Management, LLC for digester cleaning services
• Receive and file utility director communication on re‑organization strategy
• Receive and file Commissioner Taft’s request on a city notice of claim regarding shared revenue calculations

The Wastewater Commission approved the February 18, 2026 meeting minutes, adopted the 2026 Mt. Pleasant Interceptor rate of $162.74 per million gallons, and approved a professional services contract with Full Service Organics Management for digester cleaning. The commission also received and filed the utility re‑organization strategy communication and a communication on a city claim regarding shared revenue calculations, and approved the related item with a 7‑4 vote.

• Approved February 18, 2026 minutes (motion by Tate II, seconded by Thomas)
• Approved Mt. Pleasant Interceptor Rate $162.74/MG for 2026 (motion by Sullivan, seconded by Washburn)
• Approved contract with Full Service Organics Management for digester cleaning (motion by Sullivan, seconded by Barootian)
• Received and filed utility re‑organization strategy communication (motion by Washburn, seconded by Thomas)
• Received and filed communication on city claim regarding shared revenue calculations (motion by Taft, seconded by Tate II)
• Approved item 0220-26 with 7 Ayes, 4 Noes (motion by Taft, seconded by Tate II)

Waterworks Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting. It approved a resolution declaring official intent to reimburse costs for the 2027 Lead Service Line Replacement Project, referring it to the Finance and Personnel Committee. The commission received and filed bid opening results for contracts EqRa-001 and EqRa-002. It approved the contract for the 2026 Pavement Restoration project at $440,425.

• Approved February 18, 2026 Waterworks Commission minutes
• Approved resolution to reimburse costs for 2027 Lead Service Line Replacement Project (referral to Finance & Personnel Committee)
• Received and filed bid results for Contract EqRa-001 (lowest bid $18,602,854)
• Received and filed bid results for Contract EqRa-002 (lowest bid $17,658,184)
• Approved contract W-26-5 for 2026 Pavement Restoration ($440,425)

Common Council

The Common Council adopted a zoning ordinance amendment (ZOrd 0001-26) after a 15‑aye vote. It also approved the meeting minutes from March 3, 2026, and filed a presentation on Shoop Park improvements. Several items were referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee, and the Public Works Committee approved a cemetery paving contract and parking‑regulation changes.

• Approved March 3, 2026 council minutes (16 ayes)
• Approved ZOrd 0001-26 ordinance amendment (15 ayes)
• Approved filing of Shoop Park golf presentation (15 ayes)
• Referred Police Staff Officers’ Association collective bargaining agreement to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Referred Christopher Weiss claim for disallowance to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Referred sole‑source Sentinel Technologies professional services agreement to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Approved Graceland Cemetery paving contract $77,616 to Public Works & Services Committee (voice vote)
• Approved parking‑regulation amendments eliminating specified one‑hour, two‑hour, and no‑parking zones to Public Works & Services Committee (voice vote)

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

The board approved allocating up to $400,000 in CDBG Small Business funds for a downtown business attraction forgivable loan. It also approved two CDBG home repair loans for homeowners at 1733 Erie St and 716 Belmont Ave. The board received and filed the FY 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report and convened a closed session before returning to open session.

• Approved $400,000 CDBG Small Business allocation for RCEDC downtown loan (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from the Jan 9 2026 meeting (voice vote)
• Received and filed FY 2025 CAPER (voice vote)
• Constituted closed session (roll call vote: AYES Mason, Maack, Weidner, Horton, Land, Reeves, Tussler, Weiss, DeMark)
• Reopened open session (roll call vote: AYES Mason, Maack, Weidner, Horton, Land, Reeves, Tussler, Weiss, DeMark)
• Approved revised home repair loan for 1733 Erie St (voice vote)
• Approved home repair loan for 716 Belmont Ave (voice vote)

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

The Planning Heritage and Design Commission denied a conditional use permit for a car storage and sales facility at 3701 Durand Avenue. It approved a minor roof‑extension amendment for 207 Gaslight Circle and approved signage there with a condition, while deferring the remainder of that request. The commission also approved exterior modifications at 819 N. Memorial Drive with conditions, approved a certified survey map for 4003 Durand Avenue, and deferred a walkout deck request at 223 Gaslight Circle. All actions were adopted by voice vote.

• Denied conditional use permit for car storage at 3701 Durand Ave (Voice Vote)
• Approved minor roof‑extension amendment for 207 Gaslight Circle (Voice Vote)
• Approved sign for 207 Gaslight Circle with condition (no internal illumination) and deferred other items (Voice Vote)
• Deferred walkout deck request at 223 Gaslight Circle pending ADA, fire access, and design clarifications (Voice Vote)
• Approved exterior modifications at 819 N. Memorial Drive subject to conditions, including removal of green panel (Voice Vote)
• Approved certified survey map for 4003 Durand Avenue subject to conditions a‑g (Voice Vote)
• Approved minutes of February 16, 2026 meeting (Voice Vote)
• Approved public hearing decisions and motions as recorded (Voice Vote)

Sister City Planning Committee

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority approved the minutes from the February 16, 2026 meeting by voice vote. It also adopted Resolution 26-06, which determines the necessity to acquire two properties for the Lincoln‑King Neighborhood redevelopment project, also by voice vote.

• Approved February 16, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 26-06 for property acquisition in Lincoln‑King redevelopment (voice vote)

Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved several new alcohol and towing licenses, including a Class A retail fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for Dominion 14, LLC DBA Spa Verdant. It also approved a Class B license for The Main Attraction, LLC Hotel Verdant and a towing‑license renewal for Racine Recovery. Two applications were deferred to future meetings, and a motion to rescind a formal expression of concern failed.

• Approved Class A retail fermented malt beverage & intoxicating liquor license for Dominion 14, LLC DBA Spa Verdant (512 Main St) (3-0)
• Approved Class B retail fermented malt beverage license for The Main Attraction, LLC Hotel Verdant (500 Main St) (3-0)
• Approved renewal of 2026‑2027 motor vehicle towing license for Racine Recovery LLC DBA Racine Recovery (2817 Eaton Lane) (3-0)
• Approved licenses premise report (3-0)
• Deferred Meet N Greetz Worldwide LLC DBA Meet N Greetz license application to April 29, 2026 meeting (3-0)
• Deferred Douglas Depot LLC DBA Douglas Tobacco license application to April 15, 2026 meeting (3-0)
• Motion to rescind formal expression of concern for Parlays on Main LLC failed (2-2)
• Referred Parlays on Main LLC to attend good neighbors meeting within 30 days of March 17, 2026 council meeting (3-0)

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

The board approved the February 11, 2026 meeting minutes by voice vote. It recommended approval of a large‑scale pet vaccination event for cats and dogs in zip code 53404 to be held at Lincoln Park on May 2, 2026, pending agreement from PRCS administration and other departments. Motions to receive and file the Director's Report and Zoological Report were also made.

• Approved February 11, 2026 minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of pet vaccination event at Lincoln Park on May 2, 2026 (motion made, no vote result recorded)
• Motion to receive and file Director's Report – February 2026 (motion made, outcome not recorded)
• Motion to receive and file Zoological Report – January 2026 (motion made, outcome not recorded)

Public Works and Services Committee

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved the January 13, 2026 meeting minutes. It then received and filed the January‑February 2026 reports from the administrator and division directors. The meeting was adjourned at 5:19 pm. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved Jan 13, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Received and filed Jan‑Feb 2026 reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:19 pm (voice vote)

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

Committee of the Whole

The Committee approved the December 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to enter a closed session, then to return to open session. It also approved receiving and filing a presentation from Keiser Golf Group and Leipold Johnson Golf Group and making the materials public. All motions passed.

• Approved December 16, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Entered closed session (8-1)
• Returned to open session (12-0)
• Received and filed Shoop Park golf presentation, making it public (11-1)

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee voted to recommend approval of several funding agreements and contracts, including police overtime funding, a beach monitoring grant, a solid waste services contract, and a fireworks display contract. It also recommended purchases for tree planting, pesticide treatment, and tree diapers, and approved a $1,000 donation to the Financial Empowerment Center. Two claims submitted by the City Attorney’s Office were recommended for disallowance.

• Recommended approval of $32,500 Douglas Ave police overtime funding (3-1-1)
• Recommended approval of $34,899.10 Beach Monitoring grant (no vote recorded)
• Recommended approval of six‑year municipal solid waste contract, estimated $250,000 annually (no vote recorded)
• Recommended approval of $85,000 fireworks display contract with Pyrotecnico Fireworks (no vote recorded)
• Recommended approval of $28,777.59 purchase of tree diapers from Zynnovation LLC (no vote recorded)
• Recommended approval of $53,700 purchase of 250 trees from Johnson’s Nursery (no vote recorded)
• Recommended approval of $45,051.50 purchase of pesticide and plugs for ash‑borer treatment (no vote recorded)
• Recommended disallowance of two claims submitted by the City Attorney’s Office (no vote recorded)

Common Council

The council approved the minutes from February 3, 2026 by a vote of 15‑aye and 1‑excused. It approved a series of contracts and purchases, including a $1,197,772.98 final payment for the Concrete Street Reconstruction project and a $601,578.96 final payment for the Mt. Pleasant Street Dry Detention Basin. Additional approvals covered change orders, sole‑source purchases for fireworks, tree diapers, trees, pesticide supplies, and a $32,500 police overtime funding agreement, all by voice vote. The council also referred several communications to the Finance and Personnel Committee and the Public Works and Services Committee, each approved by voice vote.

• Approved minutes of Feb 3, 2026 (15 ayes, 1 excused)
• Approved $1,197,772.98 final payment for Contract 2025001 Concrete Street Reconstruction (voice vote)
• Approved $601,578.96 final payment for Contract 2024141 Mt. Pleasant Street Dry Detention Basin (voice vote)
• Approved $39,752.08 Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2025001 (voice vote)
• Approved $85,000 sole‑source purchase for 4th of July fireworks (voice vote)
• Approved $28,777.59 purchase of tree diapers from Zynnovation LLC (voice vote)
• Approved $53,700 purchase of 250 trees from Johnson’s Nursery (voice vote)
• Approved $32,500 police overtime funding from Douglas Avenue Business Improvement District (voice vote)

Milwaukee Area-Racine-Kenosha Passenger Rail Commission

The commission unanimously approved the admission of the City of Cudahy as a regular member of the MARK Passenger Rail Commission. It also approved filing an update on the MARK Rail study and adopted a quarterly meeting schedule to be held at City Hall in Racine until the NOFA is issued. All agenda and prior minutes were approved without dissent.

• Approved admission of City of Cudahy as regular member (9-0)
• Approved filing of MARK Rail study update presentation (9-0)
• Adopted quarterly meeting schedule at Racine City Hall until NOFA (9-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (9-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 5, 2025 meeting (9-0)

Transit Commission

Due Process Board

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved the renewal of the Amusement Center license for CEC Entertainment LLC DBA Chuck E. Cheese. It denied the new Massage Establishment license for Qiuxia Song, DBA Healthy Massage. The committee also deferred the tobacco retail license application, approved a K9 ownership agreement for Officer David Arvai, and approved several administrative communications.

• Approved minutes for Jan 28, 2026 meeting (4-0)
• Denied Massage Establishment license for Healthy Massage (4-0)
• Deferred Tobacco retail license for Douglas Tobacco (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Amusement Center license for Chuck E. Cheese (4-0)
• Approved agreement for Officer David Arvai to take retired K9 Karma (4-0)
• Approved licenses premise report communication (4-0)
• Approved formal expression of concern for Parlay's on Main LLC (4-0)

Public Works and Services Committee

The Public Works and Services Committee approved several financial items, all by unanimous vote. It authorized a $13,650 change order for the Bryant Center parking lot addition and a $123,239.94 change order for assessable streets and alleys. The committee accepted the work on Contract 2025010 and authorized a final payment of $1,407,331.28, including retainage. It also approved a $131,440 professional services agreement for appraisal, added an alley to the 2026 public hearing, and adopted parking‑regulation amendments.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2025745 (Bryant Center Parking Lot Addition) for $13,650.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2025010 (Assessable Streets and Alleys) for $123,239.94 (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of work and final payment of $1,407,331.28 for Contract 2025010, including retainage (unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal up to $131,440.00 (unanimous)
• Approved inclusion of the specified alley for the 2026 public hearing and preliminary resolution (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Parking Regulations adding No Parking zones on Center Street and loading zones on Tenth and Eleventh Streets (unanimous)

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee approved a settlement of $23,086.25 with Erie Insurance, with the city paying $11,543.13 pending Wastewater Commission and Common Council approvals. It also recommended accepting the $121,434 Beat Patrol Grant, approving health‑insurance broker agreements totaling $164,500, and disallowing a We Energies claim. The committee moved into closed session (4‑0) and then returned to open session (5‑0).

• Approved minutes (3‑0) (Jorgensen, Townsend, Horton)
• Recommended acceptance of 2026 Beat Patrol Grant $121,434
• Recommended approval of health‑insurance broker services ($130,000) and managed pharmacy services ($34,500) with Brown & Brown
• Recommended disallowance of We Energies claim
• Moved to closed session (4‑0) (Land, Jorgensen, Townsend, Horton)
• Approved settlement with Erie Insurance $23,086.25, city share $11,543.13 (5‑0) (Land, Jorgensen, Allen, Townsend, Horton)
• Returned to open session (5‑0) (Land, Jorgensen, Allen, Townsend, Horton)

Library Board

The board approved the minutes from the January 15 meeting, December invoices and credit‑card purchases, the December financial executive summary, and the February Executive Director's report. It also approved the 2025 DPI annual report and a revision to Section 6.15 of the staff handbook. The next meeting was set for March 19, and the board adjourned.

• Approved minutes from the Jan 15 board meeting
• Approved December invoices & credit‑card purchases
• Approved December financial executive summary report
• Approved February Executive Director's report
• Approved 2025 DPI annual report
• Approved revision of Section 6.15 Personal Appearance of the RPL Staff Handbook
• Set next meeting for Thursday, March 19 at 4:30 p.m.
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:53 p.m.

Waterworks Commission

The Waterworks Commission approved several items, including a $30,739 change order and a $49,000 amendment for the filter rehabilitation project, a $261,800 raw‑water treatment study, and two water‑main replacement contracts. The Phase 2 contract was awarded to Earth X, LLC for $2,692,875 and the Phase 4 contract to Reesman's Excavating & Grading, LLC for $1,049,000. All motions were approved without recorded vote counts.

• Approved minutes for the Jan 21, 2026 Waterworks Commission meeting
• Received and filed communication from the Utility Director on filter bed rehab progress
• Approved Change Order No. 3 on Contract W‑23‑6, increasing cost by $30,739 and extending schedule by 40 days
• Approved Amendment No. 3 to the CDM Smith CRS contract, adding $49,000 and a 40‑day extension
• Approved CDM Smith raw‑water treatment efficiency study proposal costing $261,800
• Approved Contract W‑26‑2 for Phase 2 water main replacement; Earth X, LLC bid $2,692,875, funded by Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
• Approved Contract W‑26‑4 for Phase 4 water main replacement; Reesman's Excavating & Grading, LLC bid $1,049,000, funded by reserve funds

Wastewater Commission

The Wastewater Commission approved the minutes from the Jan 21 2026 meeting. It adopted the 2026 waste hauler rates of $19.07 per 1,000 gallons for PATS and $12.64 per 1,000 gallons for Stericycle. It approved a sanitary sewer extension serving 22 new residential lots in the Audubon Arboretum subdivision, involving 1,637.5 ft of 8‑inch pipe. The commission authorized a $23,086.25 settlement with Erie Insurance, contingent on the Common Council agreeing to pay half, and it received and filed two additional communications while entering and exiting a closed session as required.

• Approved minutes for Jan 21 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 waste hauler rates: $19.07/1,000 gal for PATS, $12.64/1,000 gal for Stericycle
• Approved sanitary sewer extension for Audubon Arboretum subdivision (1,637.5 ft of 8" pipe)
• Entered closed session (vote 11‑0, 3 excused)
• Re‑entered open session (vote 11‑0, 3 excused)
• Approved settlement with Erie Insurance for $23,086.25, subject to Common Council paying half (voice vote)
• Received and filed communication on city notice of claim (item #0134‑26) (voice vote)
• Received and filed communication on bargaining and development opportunities (item #0135‑26) (voice vote)

Community Development Authority

The Authority approved the minutes from the January 14 meeting. It adopted Resolution 26-04, awarding the warm‑season landscape management contract to Natures Edge Landscaping. After a closed‑session period, the board approved Resolution 26-05 to sell the property at 1644 S. Memorial Drive.

• Approved January 14 minutes (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 26-04, awarding landscape contract to Natures Edge Landscaping (voice vote)
• Moved to closed session (4 AYES, 3 EXCUSED)
• Moved to reconvene open session (4 AYES, 3 EXCUSED)
• Approved Resolution 26-05 to sell 1644 S. Memorial Drive property (voice vote)

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

The board approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved Sue Causey's request to use the exterior west aisles of the Boat Launch parking lot for volunteer parking on March 2, 2026. The Director's Reports for January 2026 and for September‑December 2025 were received and filed. The December 2025 Zoological Report was also received and filed.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved use of exterior west aisles of Boat Launch parking lot for volunteer parking (motion passed)
• Received and filed Director's Report – January 2026 (motion passed)
• Received and filed Director's Report – September, October & December 2025 (motion passed)
• Received and filed Zoological Report – December 2025 (motion passed)

Sister City Planning Committee

Public Works and Services Committee

Board of Health

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

Sex Offender Residency Board

The Sex Offender Residency Board approved the minutes from its January 8, 2026 meeting. It granted residency exemptions for five individuals: Antonio Rolando Dominguez (1534 West Street), Joseph Verna (1824 Rapids Drive) with conditions until August 2026, William Parr, Sr. (1534 West Street), Frederick Allen Hunt, II (3923 Erie Street), and Carlos Coopwood (1017 Villa Street). The board also decided it was not necessary to hold a closed session for the Coopwood exemption.

• Approved minutes for the January 8, 2026 meeting
• Granted exemption for Antonio Rolando Dominguez to reside at 1534 West Street
• Granted exemption with conditions until end of August 2026 for Joseph Verna to reside at 1824 Rapids Drive
• Granted exemption for William Parr, Sr. to reside at 1534 West Street
• Granted exemption for Frederick Allen Hunt, II to reside at 3923 Erie Street
• Granted exemption for Carlos Coopwood to reside at 1017 Villa Street
• Decided not to convene a closed session for the Coopwood exemption

Sister City Planning Committee

Common Council

The Common Council accepted the $121,434 2026 Beat Patrol Grant with a $40,478 city match. It also approved insurance broker and managed pharmacy service agreements, several public works contracts and change orders, and a final payment for a streets and alleys contract. The council denied a new massage establishment license, approved a renewal for Chuck E. Cheese, approved a retired K9 ownership agreement, and deferred a tobacco retail license application.

• Approved acceptance of $121,434 Beat Patrol Grant (voice vote)
• Approved insurance broker and managed pharmacy services agreements ($130,000 and $34,500 fees) (voice vote)
• Approved multiple public works contracts and change orders totaling $1,444,? (voice vote)
• Approved final payment of $1,407,331.28 for Contract 2025010 (voice vote)
• Denied new massage establishment license for Healthy Massage (voice vote)
• Approved renewal of Chuck E. Cheese amusement center license (voice vote)
• Approved officer ownership of retired K9 Karma (voice vote)
• Deferred tobacco, vape, and electronic device retail license for Douglas Tobacco (voice vote)

Planning Heritage and Design Commission

Transit Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the October 30, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended that the Transit & Mobility Director be allowed to apply for state funding to replace five fixed‑route buses, and also approved the purchase of two Gillig 35‑ft buses for about $1.6 million. Finally, the commission unanimously approved RYDE Racine's 2026‑2028 Title VI Program.

• Approved October 30, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑aye, 2 excused)
• Recommended permission to apply for $3.2 M state grant for 5 bus replacements – approved unanimously
• Recommended Mayor and City Clerk execute $1.6 M purchase of two Gillig buses – approved unanimously
• Approved RYDE Racine 2026‑2028 Title VI Program – approved unanimously

Police and Fire Commission

The commission approved the December 11, 2025 minutes and moved to a closed session. Commissioners revised police officer interview questions and approved two fire department promotions—Lieutenant Tony W. Yocco to Captain and Driver/Operator Matthew T. Bodenbach to Lieutenant—effective March 1, 2026. They also received and filed four police unit reports. The meeting then reopened and was adjourned at 6:58 pm.

• Approved December 11, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Moved to Closed Session (passed by roll call)
• Revised police officer interview questions (motion carried)
• Approved fire promotions: Lt. Tony W. Yocco to Captain; Matthew T. Bodenbach to Lieutenant (4-0)
• Received and filed Police Chief's Internal Affairs, Personnel, Probationary Officer & Training, and Violent Crime & Intelligence reports (4-0)
• Moved to Open Session (passed by roll call)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved new Class B and C wine licenses for Marino's Little Italy, a Class B liquor license for Harborspot – Lakeside Dining & Spirits, and a cigarette, tobacco and vape retail license for Moes Market. It also approved waste‑tire generator licenses for Alex Auto Repair and a renewal for L‑A Tires, and endorsed the police premise report. One motion to receive and file a communication failed, while several items were referred to a Good Neighbors Meeting.

• Approved Class B and C wine license for Marino's Little Italy (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Harborspot – Lakeside Dining & Spirits (4-0)
• Approved cigarette, tobacco and vape retail license for Moes Market (4-0)
• Approved waste‑tire generator license for Alex Auto Repair (4-0)
• Approved renewal waste‑tire generator license for L‑A Tires (4-0)
• Approved police premise report communication (4-0)
• Motion to receive and file a communication failed (2-3)
• Motion to refer Andrew Wensing communication to Good Neighbors Meeting passed (3-1)

Public Works and Services Committee

The Public Works and Services Committee unanimously approved the right‑of‑way permits for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14 and for the Thoughts for Food event on March 7‑8. It also approved a $119,316.85 change order deduction and authorized final payment of $642,060.15 for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement contract. The committee received and filed a request on disability accommodations and approved the minutes from the Jan. 13, 2025 meeting.

• Approved St. Patrick’s Day Parade street closures (unanimous)
• Approved Thoughts for Food street closure on Hamilton St. (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 deduction of $119,316.85 for sidewalk replacement (unanimous)
• Authorized final payment of $642,060.15 for Contract 2025385 sidewalk project (unanimous)
• Received and filed request on disability accommodations (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the Jan. 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended the City approve a $97,603 economic development services contract with the Racine County Economic Development Corporation. It also recommended accepting a $150,000 state grant for lead service lateral replacement outreach. The committee approved the Racine Police Association collective bargaining agreement for 2025‑2028, which will cost about $2.4 million over four years. Finally, the committee recommended disallowing the claim filed by Frank Coulter.

• Recommended approval of 2026 Economic Development Services contract ($97,603) – passed 3‑0
• Recommended acceptance of $150,000 Lead Service Lateral Replacement Outreach Grant
• Recommended approval of Racine Police Association 2025‑2028 collective bargaining agreement
• Recommended disallowance of Frank Coulter claim

Waterworks Commission

The Waterworks Commission approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting and received and filed the information about a $40 million lead service line loan and a $10 million water main loan. It approved acceptance of a $150,000 state grant for lead service line outreach and approved a license agreement with E‑Vergent for equipment on the city water tower. Several contract change orders and final payments for water main and lead service line projects were also approved.

• Approved minutes for the November 19, 2025 Waterworks Commission meeting
• Received and filed the $40 M lead service line loan and $10 M water main loan information
• Approved acceptance of a $150,000 WI‑DNR grant for lead service line outreach
• Approved water tower license agreement with American Heartland Fiber Networks (E‑Vergent)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 on Contract W‑25‑3 (2025 Water Main Replacement – Phase 2)
• Approved final payment on Contract W‑25‑3 (2025 Water Main Replacement – Phase 2)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 on Contract W‑25‑2 (2025 Water Main Replacement – Phase 1)
• Approved final payment on Contract W‑25‑2 (2025 Water Main Replacement – Phase 1)

Wastewater Commission

The Wastewater Commission approved several items, including a $252,344 increase to the Engine/Blower project contract and a professional services agreement with Carollo for a plant‑wide HVAC study up to $147,878. It also approved amendments to the industrial pretreatment enforcement plan and change orders that adjusted contract amounts for sewer and engine projects. Administrative changes moving utility billing to the Finance and Customer Service Departments were received and filed. All motions were adopted without recorded vote counts.

• Approved minutes for the Nov 19, 2025 Wastewater Commission meeting
• Approved amendments to the Industrial Pretreatment Enforcement Response Plan
• Received and filed communication on utility administrative changes (Finance & Customer Service)
• Approved professional services agreement with Carollo for plant‑wide HVAC study (up to $147,878)
• Received and filed communication on treatment plant and conveyance system project updates
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Contract A-23 Chicory Road sewer improvements, decreasing contract by $29,892.51
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Contract C-22 Engines & Blowers project, increasing contract by $252,344
• Approved Amendment #1 to AECOM construction engineering contract for Engine/Blower project, increasing contract by $175,425

Common Council

The Common Council approved the minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting. It then referred a series of communications—including the 2026 Economic Development Services contract, a claim disallowance, the police collective bargaining agreement, and a $150,000 state grant—to the Finance and Personnel Committee. Additional items such as the St. Patrick’s Day Parade road closure, a Thoughts for Food street closure, and several licensing applications were referred to the Public Works and Services or Public Safety and Licensing Committees.

• Approved Jan 6, 2026 minutes (12‑0)
• Referred 2026 Economic Development Services contract ($97,603) to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Referred Frank Coulter claim disallowance to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Referred Racine Police Association 2025‑2028 collective bargaining agreement to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Referred $150,000 lead service lateral replacement grant to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Referred St. Patrick’s Day Parade road‑closure request to Public Works & Services Committee (voice vote)
• Referred Thoughts for Food street‑closure request to Public Works & Services Committee (voice vote)
• Referred Marino's Little Italy wine license application to Public Safety & Licensing Committee (voice vote)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the minutes from the December 18 meeting and approved November invoices, credit‑card purchases, and the November financial executive summary. The board approved reclassifying the Circulation Clerk II position from Grade D to Grade C. It also approved a written appeal request, restoring library privileges for Tre Nesbitt, and adjourned the meeting at 5:37 p.m.

• Approved December 18 board meeting minutes
• Approved November invoices and credit‑card purchases
• Approved November financial executive summary report
• Approved reclassification of Circulation Clerk II from Grade D to Grade C
• Approved written appeal request, restoring library privileges for Tre Nesbitt
• Adjourned meeting at 5:37 p.m.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority approved Resolution 26-01, acknowledging applications for Neighborhood Tax Incremental District (TID) programs for TIDs 22, 23, 27, 28, and 31. It also approved Resolution 26-02, authorizing the purchase of 1229 and 1230 Sixth Street for $55,000. Additionally, the Authority approved Resolution 26-03 to lease CDA‑owned property at 920 Wilson Street and 923 Peck Avenue to Gabrielle Hood for $1 per month. The meeting received and filed an update on the Lincoln‑King Housing and Community Center project.

• Approved Resolution 26-01 acknowledging TID applications for TIDs 22, 23, 27, 28, 31 (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 26-02 authorizing purchase of 1229 and 1230 Sixth Street for $55,000 (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 26-03 leasing 920 Wilson Street and 923 Peck Avenue to Gabrielle Hood for $1/month (voice vote)
• Received and filed Lincoln‑King Housing and Community Center project update (voice vote)

Public Safety and Licensing Committee

The Public Safety and Licensing Committee approved the minutes from the Dec 10, 2025 meeting. It approved several alcohol license applications, including a Class A license for MSBA Services LLC and a Class B license for Betos Pizza. The committee deferred a massage establishment license for 90 days and denied an operator's license request for Warren Crockrom. It also approved a police ordinance to permit vehicle impoundments for reckless driving.

• Approved minutes for Dec 10, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Class A Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for MSBA Services LLC DBA Lathrop Cash Discount (3-2)
• Approved Class B Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License for Betos Pizza LLC DBA Betos Pizza (3-0) as amended
• Deferred Massage Establishment License for Serenity and Peace LLC DBA Lotus Spa for 90 days (3-0)
• Denied operator's license request for Warren Crockrom (3-0)
• Approved Waste Tire Generator License renewal for Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC DBA Firestone Complete Auto Care #655244 (3-0)
• Approved police ordinance to allow vehicle impoundment for reckless driving (3-0)
• Approved formal expression of concern for Pub on Wisconsin (3-0)

Board of Park, Recreation and Cultural Services

Public Works and Services Committee

The committee approved final payments for several city contracts, including $1,520,322 for the Transit Center Renovations and $258,895 for the Wustum Museum Renovation. It also approved a change order of $2,918.47 for Rapids Dr. lighting and a professional services agreement for demolishing the McMynn Parking Structure, which failed. Preliminary resolutions to pave multiple streets and to reconstruct listed alleys were adopted, and a flashing‑light request was received and filed. One item on disability parking accommodations was deferred.

• Approved final payment $1,520,322 for Transit Center Renovations (unanimous)
• Approved final payment $258,895 for Wustum Museum Renovation (unanimous)
• Approved final payment $154,116.09 for CDBG Rapids Dr. Lighting (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 $2,918.47 for Rapids Dr. Lighting (unanimous)
• Professional services agreement $85,155 for McMynn Parking Structure demolition failed (3 noes, 1 abstention)
• Approved preliminary resolution to pave listed streets (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary resolution for alley reconstruction (unanimous)
• Received and filed flashing‑light system request for Lindermann Ave & Grove

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved the December 9, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It then received and filed the December 2025 reports from the Public Health Administrator, Deputy PHA, and division directors, also by voice vote. Finally, the board adjourned the session at 5:16 p.m. by voice vote.

• Approved December 9, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Received and filed December 2025 public health reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:16 p.m. (voice vote)

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board

The board approved the December 8, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It moved the meeting to a closed session, then approved a Community Development Block Grant home repair loan for the owner of 2315 Superior Street, and finally returned to open session. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved December 8, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Moved meeting to closed session (voice vote)
• Approved CDBG home repair loan for 2315 Superior Street (voice vote)
• Returned to open session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:35 pm (voice vote)

Finance and Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee approved the December 8, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It recommended the city execute a $258,286.72 amendment to Contract #2024008 for DB E.C.O. North America Inc. support services. It also recommended approval of the Local 321 firefighters' 2025‑2028 collective bargaining agreement, which would cost about $1.6 million over four years. Finally, the committee recommended disallowing the claim filed by Shikema Williams.

• Approved December 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Recommended approval of DB E.C.O. North America Inc. contract amendment ($258,286.72)
• Recommended approval of Local 321 firefighters' 2025‑2028 collective bargaining agreement
• Recommended disallowance of Shikema Williams claim

Affirmative Action and Human Rights Commission

Sex Offender Residency Board

The Sex Offender Residency Board approved the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting, removing Karri Hemmig from attendance. The board granted exemption requests for Anthony G. Guthman, Sr., Jeremy Cecil, Jimmie L. Parks, Sr., and Jacob Streckenbach to reside at their requested addresses. Each exemption was approved after a closed‑session deliberation and a motion to grant the file was passed.

• Approved minutes for Nov 17, 2025 meeting with removal of Karri Hemmig (motion passed)
• Granted exemption for Anthony G. Guthman, Sr. to reside at 1534 West Street (motion passed)
• Granted exemption for Jeremy Cecil to reside at 1122 Racine Street, Lower (motion passed)
• Granted exemption for Jimmie L. Parks, Sr. to reside at 1209 Hagerer Street (motion passed)
• Granted exemption for Jacob Streckenbach to reside at 1901 Carter Street (motion passed)

Sister City Planning Committee

Common Council

The Common Council approved the December 16, 2025 meeting minutes (13 ayes, 2 excused). It referred the Local 321 fire fighters collective bargaining agreement to the Finance and Personnel Committee. The council also approved several public‑works actions, including a change order for CDBG Rapids Drive lighting, final payments for that lighting contract and the Wustum Museum renovation, and a preliminary resolution for assessable alleys. A demolition contract for the McMynn Parking Structure was denied.

• Approved Dec 16 2025 minutes (13 ayes, 2 excused)
• Referred Local 321 fire fighters collective bargaining agreement to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2025125 for CDBG Rapids Dr. Lighting, $2,918.47 (voice vote)
• Approved final payment for Contract 2025125 CDBG Rapids Dr. Lighting, $154,116.09 (voice vote)
• Approved final payment for Wustum Museum Renovation, $258,895.00 (voice vote)
• Approved preliminary resolution to include alley E/W Carmel and Thor in assessable alleys (voice vote)
• Denied demolition contract with K. Singh & Associates for McMynn Parking Structure (voice vote)
• Approved final payment for Transit Center Renovations, $1,520,322.00 (voice vote)