COMMON COUNCIL
Regular MeetingMilwaukee, WI · March 3, 2015
Minutes
City Hall
City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Meeting Minutes
COMMON COUNCIL
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 9:00 AM Common Council Chambers, 3rd Flr., City Hall
Meeting convened: 9:26 A.M.
Ald. Witkowski arrived at 9:30 A.M.
Present: 15 - Hamilton
Davis
Kovac
Bauman
Bohl
Coggs
Wade
Donovan
Puente
Murphy
Dudzik
Perez
Witkowski
Zielinski
Stamper
The Pledge of Allegiance was said and followed by silent invocation.
The question was put: Are there any corrections to the Common Council Journal of
Proceedings for the regular meeting of January 21, 2015? There being none, the
minutes of the meeting were approved without objection.
Ald. Wade moved that the Council convene into a committee of the whole. There
were no objections.
A resolution recognzing and commending Diamond Stone, a Dominican High School
basketball player for his participation in the 2015 McDonald's All-American game was
presented.
Presenter/Escort: Ald. Joe Davis
Escorts:
Ald. Willie Wade
Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Ald. Jose Perez
Ald. Jim Bohl
A resolution recognizing Milwaukee Fire Department firefighters on the rescue and
resuscitation of a 5-year-old boy was presented.
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Presenter/escort: Ald. Joe Davis
Escorts:
The entire Public Safety Committee:
Ald. Terry Witkowski
Ald. Robert Puente
Ald. Joe Davis
ALd. Joe Dudzik
Ald. Bob Donovan
Ald. Coggs moved that the committee rise. There were no objections.
COMMENDATORY AND CONDOLATORY RESOLUTIONS
1. 141715 Communications from the City Clerk relating to various
commendatory/condolatory resolutions to be acknowledged and
affirmed by the Common Council.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
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THE LICENSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING:
2. 141406 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relative to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
Included in the file are the following recommendations:
Nonrenewal, based on nonappearance, of the Class D Operator’s license for George
Cerny II. (No written objections have been filed)
Nonrenewal, based on nonappearance, of the Class D Operator’s license for Rosa
Espino. (No written objections have been filed)
Nonrenewal, based on nonappearance, of the Class D Operator’s license for Cecile
Gambrell. (No written objections have been filed)
Renewal with a 10 day suspension, based on the police report and aldermanic
testimony, of the Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises licenses for
Dyan Ward for the premises located at 2302 W State St (“Talk of the Town”) in the
4th aldermanic district. (No written objections have been filed)
All members noted that they had read the report. There were no motions relating to
any of the above matters.
A motion was made by ALD. ZIELINSKI that this Motion be APPROVED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
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THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING:
3. 141405 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works
Committee relative to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
Included in the file is the following recommendation:
Nonrenewal, based on nonappearance and items #8-10 of the police report, of the
Public Passenger Vehicle Driver’s license for Lemont McCullum.
(No written objections have been filed.)
All members had read the report and no motions were made relating to the above
matter.
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Motion be APPROVED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
4. 120991 Substitute resolution granting a special privilege to G.S.S. Corporation
to construct and maintain raised stationary planters, private light poles
and bollards in the public right-of-way for the premises 5572 South
27th Street, in the 13th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
5. 130216 Substitute resolution granting a special privilege to Giuffre IV LLC to
install and maintain five private light poles in the public right-of-way for
the premises 3804 South 27th Street, in the 13th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
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A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
6. 131508 Substitute resolution granting a special privilege to Bridgestone Retail
Operations LLC to keep and maintain a roof projection in the public
right-of-way for the premises 3540 South 27th Street, in the 13th
Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
7. 141316 Substitute resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works to
negotiate and execute a State Municipal Agreement for final design
and construction between the City of Milwaukee and the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation regarding the Lakefront Gateway
Project, with the total cost being $29,157,500 of which $16,000,000 is
Federal/State-funded and $13,157,500 is City-funded.
Sponsors: Ald. Bauman and Ald. Bohl
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
8. 141543 Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works to issue a
Request for Proposals for the supply and installation of new
state-of-the-art water meter testing equipment and for the provision of
associated training for the Milwaukee Water Works.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
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A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
9. 141561 Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works and
Comptroller to execute a Project Agreement with the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation for a Coordinated Trail/Bicycle Facility
Signage Plan project and to fund the design for this project using
federal Transportation Alternatives Program funds with a total
estimated project cost of $190,000, with a grantor share of $152,000
and a City share of $38,000.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 13 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 1- Ald.Dudzik
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
10. 141562 Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works and
Comptroller to execute a Project Agreement with the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation for an Interactive Bicycle Mapping
Application project and to fund the design for this project using federal
Transportation Alternatives Program funds with a total estimated
project cost of $180,000, with a grantor share of $144,000 and a City
share of $36,000.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 13 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 1- Ald.Dudzik
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
11. 141578 Resolution directing the City Engineer and the Commissioner of Public
Works to enter into a professional services contract with a consulting
engineering firm to test materials for sewer, water, paving and other
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construction and maintenance contracts, and for construction staking
of sewer, water, and paving contracts as applicable.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
12. 141582 Resolution authorizing the installation of rectangular rapid flashing
beacons on West Lapham Boulevard at South 9th Street in the 12th
Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
13. 141586 Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works and
Comptroller to execute a State Municipal Agreement with the
Wisconsin Department of Transportation, in the 4th and 12th
Aldermanic Districts, for a project known as Bridge Bicycle Plating and
to fund preliminary engineering for the project using federal
Transportation Alternatives Program funds, with an estimated
preliminary engineering cost of $70,345, with a grantor share of
$56,276 and a City share of $14,069.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
14. 141595 Resolution determining it necessary to make various assessable public
improvements at various locations and appropriating funds for these
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purposes with the City engineering cost estimated to be $30,000 for a
total estimated cost of these projects being $475,000.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
15. 141596 Substitute resolution approving levying of assessments and
construction of assessable public improvement projects at various
locations and appropriating funds for these purposes with the City cost
of these projects approved by this resolution is estimated to be
$617,900 for a total estimated cost of $771,000.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
16. 141597 Substitute resolution determining it necessary to make various
nonassessable public improvements at various locations and
appropriating funds for these purposes with the City engineering cost
estimated to be $192,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects
being $3,187,000.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
17. 141598 Substitute resolution approving construction of nonassessable public
improvements at various locations and appropriating funds for these
purposes with the City construction cost estimated to be $4,459,828
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for a total estimated cost of these projects being $7,210,880.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
18. 141603 Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works to execute
two revised State and Municipal Agreements with the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation for roadway improvements at the West
Lisbon Avenue Intersection with North 27th Street, and the East Bay
Street intersections with South Allis Street and East Bay Street, in the
14th and 15th Aldermanic Districts under the Federal STP-Freight Pilot
Program, with a total estimated cost of $285,000 including an
estimated grantor share of $212,800 and an estimated City share of
$72,200.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
19. 141641 Resolution directing the Department of City Development to prepare a
resolution to vacate excess street right-of-way in the area bounded by
South Allis Street, East Brunks Lane and East Ward Street and a
portion of East Brunks Lane between South Allis Street and East Ward
Street, in the 14th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: Ald. Zielinski
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
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20. 141662 Resolution approving a second amendment of a lease agreement
between the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. and the City
of Milwaukee.
Sponsors: Ald. Bauman
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
21. 131273 Communication related to the 2014 activities of the Capital
Improvements Committee.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Communication be PLACED ON
FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
22. 141579 Communication relating to the fourth quarter report of MATA
Community Media for 2014.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Communication be PLACED ON
FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
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THE FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
23. 141626 A substitute ordinance to further amend the 2015 rates of pay of
offices and positions in the City Service.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Ordinance be PASSED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
24. 141627 A substitute ordinance to further amend the 2015 offices and positions
in the City Service.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Ordinance be PASSED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
25. 141602 Resolution authorizing the City Comptroller to transfer additional funds
to the previously established projects for the Wisconsin Department of
Transportation and the City of Milwaukee for cost participation and
installation of various capital improvements in conjunction with various
projects in various aldermanic districts with a total estimated cost
increase of $40,000 with an estimated City share increase of $40,000.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
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No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
26. 141609 Substitute resolution amending Common Council File #140142 relative
to acceptance and funding of the Wisconsin Well Woman Program
Grant from the State of Wisconsin - Department of Health Services.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
27. 141610 Substitute resolution authorizing the Milwaukee Police Department to
accept and expend monies received through the State Asset Forfeiture
Program for the Milwaukee Metropolitan Drug Enforcement Group.
Sponsors: Ald. Witkowski
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
28. 141611 Substitute resolution authorizing the Milwaukee Police Department to
accept and expend monies received through the State Asset Forfeiture
Program.
Sponsors: Ald. Witkowski
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
29. 141647 Resolution approving the Master Agreements for a Plan of Deferred
Compensation relating to the City's Deferred Compensation Plan.
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Sponsors: Ald. Kovac
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
30. 141648 Substitute resolution authorizing attendance at conventions, seminars
and other travel.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 13 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 1- Ald.Dudzik
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
31. 141683 Resolution relating to the expenditure of funds to be reimbursed by
greater than anticipated revenue.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
32. 141650 Communication from the Department of Employee Relations relating to
classification studies scheduled for City Service Commission action.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Communication be PLACED ON
FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
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No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
33. 141665 Communication from the Department of Employee Relations relative to
amending the 2015 Salary Ordinance relating to administrative
corrections.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Communication be PLACED ON
FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez, Ald.Witkowski,
Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
Excused, 1- Ald.Donovan
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THE JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
34. 141545 Substitute resolution authorizing the return of real estate located at
731 W Madison Street, in the 12th Aldermanic District to its former
owner, Guillermo and Josefa Rivera.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
This matter was not before the Council as the applicant did not pay the outstanding
taxes/fines.
This Resolution was REFERRED TO to the JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION
COMMITTEE due back on 3/10/2015
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
35. 141546 Substitute resolution approving settlement of property tax refund
claims of various CVS pharmacies in the City of Milwaukee.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Resolution be ADOPTED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
36. 141583 Substitute resolution relative to various legislative bills.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
Ald. Dudzik is opposed to opposition to the 48-hour waiting period for gun purchase.
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Resolution be ADOPTED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
37. 141604 Substitute resolution relative to the City of Milwaukee Federal
Legislative Package for the 114th United States Congress.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
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A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Resolution be ADOPTED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
CONFIRMATION OF THE FOLLOWING:
38. 141620 Reappointment of Jeffrey Roman to the Equal Rights Commission by
the Mayor. (15th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Appointment be CONFIRMED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
39. 140763 Resolution relating to the appeal of Patrick Thompson, agent for PLC
Properties, for property damage. (11th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Resolution be PLACED ON
FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
40. 141594 Communication relating to retention of outside counsel to provide
services and representation in the Ordinance Enforcement Division.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Communication be PLACED
ON FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
41. 141664 Communication from the City Attorney relating to semiannual reports
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as to the determination and disposition of all claims pending and
closed and litigation matters closed through December 31, 2014.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Communication-Report be
PLACED ON FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
DISALLOWANCE AND INDEFINITE POSTPONEMENT OF THE FOLLOWING:
42. 141548 Resolution relating to the claim of Progressive Universal Insurance
Company on behalf of Zachary Jones for property damge. (14th
Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Resolution be DISALLOWED
AND INDEFINITELY POSTPONED. This motion PREVAILED by the following
vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
43. 141564 Resolution relating to the appeal of Sandra Astorga-Rojas for property
damage. (13th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Resolution be DISALLOWED
AND INDEFINITELY POSTPONED. This motion PREVAILED by the following
vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
44. 141565 Resolution relating to the appeal of Ronnie Lockett for property
damage. (15th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Resolution be DISALLOWED
AND INDEFINITELY POSTPONED. This motion PREVAILED by the following
vote:
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Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
45. 141566 Resolution relating to the appeal of Atty. Mark Metz on behalf of Elite
Transportation Services, LLC, for property damage. (7th Aldermanic
District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Resolution be DISALLOWED
AND INDEFINITELY POSTPONED. This motion PREVAILED by the following
vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
REFER TO COUNCIL WITHOUT RECOMMENDATION:
46. 141612 Substitute resolution authorizing the return of real estate located at
1100 W North Ave, in the 15th Aldermanic District to its former owner,
Cedric Fleming.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BAUMAN that this Resolution be REFERRED TO
to the JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE . This motion PREVAILED by
the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
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THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
47. 141591 A substitute ordinance relating to parking controls.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Ordinance be PASSED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
48. 141592 A substitute ordinance relating to traffic controls.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Ordinance be PASSED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
49. 141587 Resolution designating May as Violence Prevention Month in
Milwaukee.
Sponsors: Ald. Hamilton, Ald. Coggs, Ald. Kovac, Ald. Wade, Ald. Stamper , Ald.
Donovan, Ald. Puente and Ald. Davis
A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Resolution be ADOPTED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
50. 141663 Resolution authorizing the Fire Department to apply for, accept and
fund a 2015 Zoo Interchange Project grant agreement with the
Wisconsin Department of Transportation.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
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A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Resolution be ADOPTED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
51. 141219 Communication from the Department of Employee Relations relating to
the annual report on occupational injuries and illnesses in the City of
Milwaukee.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Communication be PLACED
ON FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
52. 141593 A substitute ordinance relating to winter parking controls.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Ordinance be PLACED ON
FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
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THE ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDS:
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
53. 141537 A substitute ordinance relating to the zoning classification of indoor
storage in the mixed activity (C9G) downtown zoning district.
Sponsors: Ald. Bauman
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Ordinance be PASSED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
54. 141670 A substitute ordinance relating to a technical correction to historic
designation in areas regulated by architectural review boards.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Ordinance be PASSED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
55. 141442 Substitute resolution approving a Development Agreement and
authorizing expenditures for a business relocation and expansion
(Gardner Denver, Inc. Project), in the 4th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: Ald. Bauman
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
56. 141508 Substitute resolution relating to a minor modification to the Detailed
Planned Development known as St. Luke's Medical Center, Phase 1,
for facade modifications to an existing building located at 2900 West
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Oklahoma Avenue, on the north side of West Oklahoma Avenue, west
of South 27th Street, in the 11th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: Ald. Dudzik
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
57. 141608 Resolution authorizing the sale of the City-owned tax deed property at
6330 West Appleton Avenue to Tabatha Jordan, or assignee, in the
10th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: Ald. Murphy
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
58. 141614 Substitute resolution approving a Land Disposition Report and
authorizing the sale of the City-owned property at 4243 West North
Avenue, in the 15th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: Ald. Stamper
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
59. 070608 Substitute ordinance relating to the change in zoning from General
Planned Development to Detailed Planned Development on land
located North of East Greenfield Avenue and East of South 1st Street,
in the 12th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: Ald. Witkowiak
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Ordinance be PLACED ON FILE.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
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Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
60. 070609 Substitute ordinance relating to the change in zoning from
Industrial-Heavy to General Planned Development on land located
North of East Greenfield Avenue and East of South 1st Street, in the
12th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: Ald. Witkowiak
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Ordinance be PLACED ON FILE.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
61. 131272 Communication relating to the 2014 activities of the Special Joint
Committee on the Redevelopment of Abandoned and Foreclosed
Homes.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Communication be PLACED ON
FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
THE ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS, AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
FURTHER RECOMMENDS
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
62. 141669 A substitute ordinance relating to vacant building registration and
requirements.
Sponsors: Ald. Wade and Ald. Bohl
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Ordinance be PASSED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
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ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
63. 141605 Resolution approving a final Certified Survey Map for the properties
located at 7901 and 7911 West Potomac Avenue to combine four
platted parcels into two lots, in the 5th Aldermanic District.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. BOHL that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
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THE COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDS:
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
64. 141574 An ordinance repealing the sunset provision relating to for the city’s
small business enterprise program.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Ordinance be PASSED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
65. 141167 Substitute resolution appropriating up to $19,600 from the Community
and Economic Development Fund for the Innovation Village Lab Idea
Challenge grant.
Sponsors: Ald. Hamilton and Ald. Stamper
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 14 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 1- Ald.Dudzik
66. 141390 Resolution to review and approve modifications to the contract used by
the Community Development Grants Administration for 2015
community development activity and to authorize execution of
contracts and subcontracts by City departments.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
67. 141660 Substitute resolution relative to changes in the 2015 HUD funding for
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Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership,
Emergency Solutions Grant and Housing Opportunities for Persons
With AIDS.
Sponsors: Ald. Davis
Sub for this one
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Resolution be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
CONFIRMATION OF THE FOLLOWING:
68. 131194 Appointment of Rebecca Jaeckels as the 11th Aldermanic District
representative to the Youth Council.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Appointment be CONFIRMED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
69. 141616 Appointment of John Dye to the Business Improvement District #4
(Mitchell Street Business Strip) by the Mayor. (3rd Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Appointment be CONFIRMED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
70. 141617 Appointment of Augustin Garnica to the Business Improvement District
#4 (Mitchell Street Business Strip) by the Mayor. (13th Aldermanic
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District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Appointment be CONFIRMED.
This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
71. 141505 Communication from the Department of City Development relating to a
report detailing cooperative ventures undertaken by the City of
Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Area Workforce Investment Board from
July 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. DAVIS that this Communication be PLACED ON
FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
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THE STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING
72. 141658 Substitute resolution relating to the creation, implementation, funding
and authority of the MKE Plays initiative.
Sponsors: Ald. Murphy, Ald. Stamper , Ald. Bauman, Ald. Bohl, Ald. Dudzik, Ald.
Kovac, Ald. Perez, Ald. Donovan, Ald. Puente, Ald. Wade and Ald.
Witkowski
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
75. 141705 Appointments of Khalif Rainey, Mark Sain, Pastor Walter Harvey, Ellen
Gilligan, Leigh Kunde, and Russell Stamper, III to the Black Male
Achievement Advisory Council by the Chair of the Judiciary and
Legislation Committee, Ald. Ashanti Hamilton.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
76. 141745 Reappointment of Robert Cherry to the Black Male Achievement
Advisory Council by the Mayor. (4th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
77. 141746 Reappointment of Clifton Crump to the Black Male Achievement
Advisory Council by the Mayor. (4th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
78. 141747 Reappointment of Senator Nikiya Harris Dodd to the Black Male
Achievement Advisory Council by the Mayor. (10th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
79. 141748 Reappointment of Reggie Moore to the Black Male Achievement
Advisory Council by the Mayor. (7th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
80. 141757 Appointment of Shannon Reed to the Black Male Achievement
Advisory Council by the Mayor. (9th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
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MATTERS FOR IMMEDIATE ADOPTION:
73. 141714 Resolution approving final certified survey maps.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution-Immediate Adoption
be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
74. 141687 Motion amending the schedule of regular meetings of the Common
Council and its standing committees for the year 2015.
Sponsors: Ald. Bauman
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion-Immediate Adoption be
APPROVED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
75. 141705 Appointments of Khalif Rainey, Mark Sain, Pastor Walter Harvey, Ellen
Gilligan, Leigh Kunde, and Russell Stamper, III to the Black Male
Achievement Advisory Council by the Chair of the Judiciary and
Legislation Committee, Ald. Ashanti Hamilton.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
76. 141745 Reappointment of Robert Cherry to the Black Male Achievement
Advisory Council by the Mayor. (4th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
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No, 0
77. 141746 Reappointment of Clifton Crump to the Black Male Achievement
Advisory Council by the Mayor. (4th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
141747 Reappointment of Senator Nikiya Harris Dodd to the Black Male
Achievement Advisory Council by the Mayor. (10th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
141748 Reappointment of Reggie Moore to the Black Male Achievement
Advisory Council by the Mayor. (7th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
141757 Appointment of Shannon Reed to the Black Male Achievement
Advisory Council by the Mayor. (9th Aldermanic District)
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye, 15 - Ald.Hamilton, Ald.Davis, Ald.Kovac, Ald.Bauman, Ald.Bohl, Ald.Coggs,
Ald.Wade, Ald.Donovan, Ald.Puente, Ald.Murphy, Ald.Dudzik, Ald.Perez,
Ald.Witkowski, Ald.Zielinski Ald.Stamper
No, 0
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Interview with Alderman Michael Murphy.
Meeting adjourned: 10:47 A.M.
Linda M. Elmer
Staff Assistant
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Agenda
City Hall
City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Council Agenda
COMMON COUNCIL
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 9:00 AM Common Council Chambers, 3rd Flr., City
Hall
Michael J. Murphy, 10th District
President
Ashanti Hamilton, 1st District Milele A. Coggs, 6th District Joseph A. Dudzik, 11th District
Joe Davis, Sr., 2nd District Willie C. Wade, 7th District Jose G. Perez, 12th District
Nicholas Kovac, 3rd District Robert G Donovan, 8th District Terry L. Witkowski, 13th District
Robert Bauman, 4th District Robert W. Puente, 9th District T. Anthony Zielinski, 14th District
James Bohl, Jr., 5th District Russell W. Stamper, II, 15th District
Order of Business
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Invocation or Silent Meditation
4. Approval of Previous Minutes
5. Presentations
6. Unfinished Business
7. Reports of Standing Committees
Licenses, Ald. Zielinski, Chair; Ald. Coggs, Vice-Chair
Public Works, Ald. Bauman, Chair; Ald. Wade, Vice-Chair
Finance and Personnel, Ald. Kovac, Chair; Ald. Dudzik, Vice-Chair
Judiciary and Legislation, Ald. Hamilton, Chair; Ald. Witkowski, Vice-Chair
Public Safety, Ald. Witkowski, Chair; Ald. Puente, Vice-Chai
Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development, Ald. Bohl, Chair;
Ald. Perez, Vice-Chair
Community and Economic Development, Ald. Davis, Chair;
Ald. Wade, Vice-Chair
Steering and Rules, Ald. Murphy, Chair; Ald. Kovac, Vice-Chair
8. Communications to be Ordered on File
9. Matters for Immediate Adoption
10. Presentation of ordinances, resolutions, motions and communications
11. Announcements
PLEASE NOTE: Detailed information relating to the contents of these files may be found by searching under the appropriate file number at
http://milwaukee.legistar.com/legislation. Alternatively, complete files including detailed information identifying the specific subject matters to be
discussed at the meeting may be inspected at the office of the City Clerk, Room 205, City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, 53202, Monday through
Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities
through sign language interpreters or auxiliary aids. For additional information or to request this service, contact the City Clerk's Office ADA
Coordinator at 286-2998, (FAX) 286-3456, (TDD) 286-2025 or by writing to the Coordinator at Room 205, City Hall, 200 E. Wells Street, Milwaukee,
WI 53202.
COMMENDATORY AND CONDOLATORY RESOLUTIONS
1. 141715 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 03/03/2015
Communications from the City Clerk relating to various commendatory/condolatory
resolutions to be acknowledged and affirmed by the Common Council.
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THE LICENSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING:
2. 141406 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 12/16/2014
Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.
Detailed information relating to the contents of this file may be found by searching
under this number at http://milwaukee.legistar.com/legislation.
Alternatively, the complete file including detailed information identifying the
specific subject matters to be discussed at the meeting may be inspected at the
office of the License Division, Room 105, City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee,
53202, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:15 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
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THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING:
3. 141405 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 12/16/2014
Motion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works Committee relative to
licenses.
Detailed information relating to the contents of this file may be found by searching
under this number at http://milwaukee.legistar.com/legislation.
Alternatively, the complete file including detailed information identifying the
specific subject matters to be discussed at the meeting may be inspected at the
office of the License Division, Room 105, City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee,
53202, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:15 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
4. 120991 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 11/08/2012
Substitute resolution granting a special privilege to G.S.S. Corporation to construct and
maintain raised stationary planters, private light poles and bollards in the public
right-of-way for the premises 5572 South 27th Street, in the 13th Aldermanic District.
5. 130216 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 06/11/2013
Substitute resolution granting a special privilege to Giuffre IV LLC to install and maintain
five private light poles in the public right-of-way for the premises 3804 South 27th Street,
in the 13th Aldermanic District.
6. 131508 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/11/2014
Substitute resolution granting a special privilege to Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC to
keep and maintain a roof projection in the public right-of-way for the premises 3540 South
27th Street, in the 13th Aldermanic District.
7. 141316 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Bauman and Ald. INTRODUCED ON: 11/25/2014
Bohl
Substitute resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works to negotiate and
execute a State Municipal Agreement for final design and construction between the City
of Milwaukee and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation regarding the Lakefront
Gateway Project, with the total cost being $29,157,500 of which $16,000,000 is
Federal/State-funded and $13,157,500 is City-funded.
8. 141543 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works to issue a Request for
Proposals for the supply and installation of new state-of-the-art water meter testing
equipment and for the provision of associated training for the Milwaukee Water Works.
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9. 141561 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works and Comptroller to execute a
Project Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for a Coordinated
Trail/Bicycle Facility Signage Plan project and to fund the design for this project using
federal Transportation Alternatives Program funds with a total estimated project cost of
$190,000, with a grantor share of $152,000 and a City share of $38,000.
10. 141562 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works and Comptroller to execute a
Project Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for an Interactive
Bicycle Mapping Application project and to fund the design for this project using federal
Transportation Alternatives Program funds with a total estimated project cost of $180,000,
with a grantor share of $144,000 and a City share of $36,000.
11. 141578 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution directing the City Engineer and the Commissioner of Public Works to enter
into a professional services contract with a consulting engineering firm to test materials
for sewer, water, paving and other construction and maintenance contracts, and for
construction staking of sewer, water, and paving contracts as applicable.
12. 141582 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons on West
Lapham Boulevard at South 9th Street in the 12th Aldermanic District.
13. 141586 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works and Comptroller to execute a
State Municipal Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, in the 4th
and 12th Aldermanic Districts, for a project known as Bridge Bicycle Plating and to fund
preliminary engineering for the project using federal Transportation Alternatives Program
funds, with an estimated preliminary engineering cost of $70,345, with a grantor share of
$56,276 and a City share of $14,069.
14. 141595 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution determining it necessary to make various assessable public improvements at
various locations and appropriating funds for these purposes with the City engineering
cost estimated to be $30,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $475,000.
15. 141596 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution approving levying of assessments and construction of assessable
public improvement projects at various locations and appropriating funds for these
purposes with the City cost of these projects approved by this resolution is estimated to be
$617,900 for a total estimated cost of $771,000.
16. 141597 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
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Substitute resolution determining it necessary to make various nonassessable public
improvements at various locations and appropriating funds for these purposes with the
City engineering cost estimated to be $192,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects
being $3,187,000.
17. 141598 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution approving construction of nonassessable public improvements at
various locations and appropriating funds for these purposes with the City construction
cost estimated to be $4,459,828 for a total estimated cost of these projects being
$7,210,880.
18. 141603 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works to execute two revised State
and Municipal Agreements with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for roadway
improvements at the West Lisbon Avenue Intersection with North 27th Street, and the
East Bay Street intersections with South Allis Street and East Bay Street, in the 14th and
15th Aldermanic Districts under the Federal STP-Freight Pilot Program, with a total
estimated cost of $285,000 including an estimated grantor share of $212,800 and an
estimated City share of $72,200.
19. 141641 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Zielinski INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution directing the Department of City Development to prepare a resolution to vacate
excess street right-of-way in the area bounded by South Allis Street, East Brunks Lane and
East Ward Street and a portion of East Brunks Lane between South Allis Street and East
Ward Street, in the 14th Aldermanic District.
20. 141662 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Bauman INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution approving a second amendment of a lease agreement between the Marcus
Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. and the City of Milwaukee.
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
21. 131273 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 12/17/2013
Communication related to the 2014 activities of the Capital Improvements Committee.
22. 141579 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Communication relating to the fourth quarter report of MATA Community Media for
2014.
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THE FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
23. 141626 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
A substitute ordinance to further amend the 2015 rates of pay of offices and positions in
the City Service.
24. 141627 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
A substitute ordinance to further amend the 2015 offices and positions in the City Service.
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
25. 141602 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the City Comptroller to transfer additional funds to the previously
established projects for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the City of
Milwaukee for cost participation and installation of various capital improvements in
conjunction with various projects in various aldermanic districts with a total estimated
cost increase of $40,000 with an estimated City share increase of $40,000.
26. 141609 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution amending Common Council File #140142 relative to acceptance and
funding of the Wisconsin Well Woman Program Grant from the State of Wisconsin -
Department of Health Services.
27. 141610 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Witkowski INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution authorizing the Milwaukee Police Department to accept and expend
monies received through the State Asset Forfeiture Program for the Milwaukee
Metropolitan Drug Enforcement Group.
28. 141611 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Witkowski INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution authorizing the Milwaukee Police Department to accept and expend
monies received through the State Asset Forfeiture Program.
29. 141647 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Kovac INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution approving the Master Agreements for a Plan of Deferred Compensation
relating to the City's Deferred Compensation Plan.
30. 141648 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution authorizing attendance at conventions, seminars and other travel.
(Committee Vote: Three "ayes", one "no", and one excused)
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31. 141683 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution relating to the expenditure of funds to be reimbursed by greater than
anticipated revenue.
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
32. 141650 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Communication from the Department of Employee Relations relating to classification
studies scheduled for City Service Commission action.
33. 141665 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Communication from the Department of Employee Relations relative to amending the
2015 Salary Ordinance relating to administrative corrections.
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THE JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
34. 141545 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution authorizing the return of real estate located at 731 W Madison Street,
in the 12th Aldermanic District to its former owner, Guillermo and Josefa Rivera.
35. 141546 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 01/21/2015
Substitute resolution approving settlement of property tax refund claims of various CVS
pharmacies in the City of Milwaukee.
36. 141583 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution relative to various legislative bills.
37. 141604 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution relative to the City of Milwaukee Federal Legislative Package for the
114th United States Congress.
CONFIRMATION OF THE FOLLOWING:
38. 141620 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Reappointment of Jeffrey Roman to the Equal Rights Commission by the Mayor. (15th
Aldermanic District)
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
39. 140763 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 09/03/2014
Resolution relating to the appeal of Patrick Thompson, agent for PLC Properties, for
property damage. (11th Aldermanic District)
40. 141594 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Communication relating to retention of outside counsel to provide services and
representation in the Ordinance Enforcement Division.
41. 141664 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Communication from the City Attorney relating to semiannual reports as to the
determination and disposition of all claims pending and closed and litigation matters
closed through December 31, 2014.
DISALLOWANCE AND INDEFINITE POSTPONEMENT OF THE FOLLOWING:
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42. 141548 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution relating to the claim of Progressive Universal Insurance Company on behalf of
Zachary Jones for property damge. (14th Aldermanic District)
43. 141564 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution relating to the appeal of Sandra Astorga-Rojas for property damage. (13th
Aldermanic District)
44. 141565 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution relating to the appeal of Ronnie Lockett for property damage. (15th
Aldermanic District)
45. 141566 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution relating to the appeal of Atty. Mark Metz on behalf of Elite Transportation
Services, LLC, for property damage. (7th Aldermanic District)
REFER TO COUNCIL WITHOUT RECOMMENDATION:
46. 141612 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution authorizing the return of real estate located at 1100 W North Ave, in
the 15th Aldermanic District to its former owner, Cedric Fleming.
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THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
47. 141591 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
A substitute ordinance relating to parking controls.
48. 141592 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
A substitute ordinance relating to traffic controls.
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
49. 141587 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Hamilton, Ald. INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Coggs, Ald. Kovac, Ald. Wade, Ald.
Stamper , Ald. Donovan, Ald. Puente and
Ald. Davis
Resolution designating May as Violence Prevention Month in Milwaukee.
50. 141663 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the Fire Department to apply for, accept and fund a 2015 Zoo
Interchange Project grant agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
51. 141219 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 11/25/2014
Communication from the Department of Employee Relations relating to the annual report
on occupational injuries and illnesses in the City of Milwaukee.
52. 141593 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
A substitute ordinance relating to winter parking controls.
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THE ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDS:
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
53. 141537 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Bauman INTRODUCED ON: 01/21/2015
A substitute ordinance relating to the zoning classification of indoor storage in the mixed
activity (C9G) downtown zoning district.
54. 141670 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
A substitute ordinance relating to a technical correction to historic designation in areas
regulated by architectural review boards.
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
55. 141442 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Bauman INTRODUCED ON: 12/16/2014
Substitute resolution approving a Development Agreement and authorizing expenditures
for a business relocation and expansion (Gardner Denver, Inc. Project), in the 4th
Aldermanic District.
56. 141508 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Dudzik INTRODUCED ON: 01/21/2015
Substitute resolution relating to a minor modification to the Detailed Planned
Development known as St. Luke's Medical Center, Phase 1, for facade modifications to an
existing building located at 2900 West Oklahoma Avenue, on the north side of West
Oklahoma Avenue, west of South 27th Street, in the 11th Aldermanic District.
57. 141608 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Murphy INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution authorizing the sale of the City-owned tax deed property at 6330 West
Appleton Avenue to Tabatha Jordan, or assignee, in the 10th Aldermanic District.
58. 141614 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Stamper INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution approving a Land Disposition Report and authorizing the sale of the
City-owned property at 4243 West North Avenue, in the 15th Aldermanic District.
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
59. 070608 SPONSORED BY: Mr. Witkowiak INTRODUCED ON: 07/31/2007
Substitute ordinance relating to the change in zoning from General Planned Development
to Detailed Planned Development on land located North of East Greenfield Avenue and
East of South 1st Street, in the 12th Aldermanic District.
60. 070609 SPONSORED BY: Mr. Witkowiak INTRODUCED ON: 07/31/2007
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Substitute ordinance relating to the change in zoning from Industrial-Heavy to General
Planned Development on land located North of East Greenfield Avenue and East of South
1st Street, in the 12th Aldermanic District.
61. 131272 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 12/17/2013
Communication relating to the 2014 activities of the Special Joint Committee on the
Redevelopment of Abandoned and Foreclosed Homes.
THE ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS, AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FURTHER
RECOMMENDS
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
62. 141669 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Wade and Ald. INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Bohl
A substitute ordinance relating to vacant building registration and requirements.
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
63. 141605 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Resolution approving a final Certified Survey Map for the properties located at 7901 and
7911 West Potomac Avenue to combine four platted parcels into two lots, in the 5th
Aldermanic District.
The two previous items may be referred from a special meeting of the Zoning,
Neighborhood, and Development Committee scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday,
March 3, 2015, in the Common Council Chamber.
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THE COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDS:
PASSAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
64. 141574 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
An ordinance repealing the sunset provision relating to for the city’s small business
enterprise program.
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING:
65. 141167 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Hamilton and Ald. INTRODUCED ON: 11/05/2014
Stamper
Substitute resolution appropriating up to $19,600 from the Community and Economic
Development Fund for the Innovation Village Lab Idea Challenge grant.
66. 141390 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 12/16/2014
Resolution to review and approve modifications to the contract used by the Community
Development Grants Administration for 2015 community development activity and to
authorize execution of contracts and subcontracts by City departments.
67. 141660 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Davis INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Substitute resolution relative to changes in the 2015 HUD funding for Community
Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership, Emergency Solutions Grant
and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS.
CONFIRMATION OF THE FOLLOWING:
68. 131194 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 11/26/2013
Appointment of Rebecca Jaeckels as the 11th Aldermanic District representative to the
Youth Council.
69. 141616 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Appointment of John Dye to the Business Improvement District #4 (Mitchell Street
Business Strip) by the Mayor. (3rd Aldermanic District)
70. 141617 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Appointment of Augustin Garnica to the Business Improvement District #4 (Mitchell
Street Business Strip) by the Mayor. (13th Aldermanic District)
PLACING ON FILE THE FOLLOWING:
71. 141505 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 01/21/2015
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Communication from the Department of City Development relating to a report detailing
cooperative ventures undertaken by the City of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Area
Workforce Investment Board from July 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014.
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THE STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:
ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING
72. 141658 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Murphy, Ald. INTRODUCED ON: 02/10/2015
Stamper , Ald. Bauman, Ald. Bohl, Ald.
Dudzik, Ald. Kovac, Ald. Perez, Ald.
Donovan, Ald. Puente and Ald. Wade
Substitute resolution relating to the creation, implementation, funding and authority of the
MKE Plays initiative.
This matter may be referred from the special Steering and Rules Committee
meeting to be held at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, in the Common
Council Chamber.
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COMMON COUNCIL Council Agenda Tuesday, March 3, 2015
MATTERS FOR IMMEDIATE ADOPTION:
73. 141714 SPONSORED BY: THE CHAIR INTRODUCED ON: 03/03/2015
Resolution approving final certified survey maps.
74. 141687 SPONSORED BY: Ald. Bauman INTRODUCED ON: 03/03/2015
Motion amending the schedule of regular meetings of the Common Council and its
standing committees for the year 2015.
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