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Meeting Name: PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 10/18/2023 9:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall, Room 301-B
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230866 11.ResolutionSubstitute 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 $666,330 for a total estimated cost of $1,305,000.

Minutes note: Holly Rutenbeck - DPW 7th Aldermanic District Alley betw. W. Capitol Dr., W. Melvina st., N. 52nd st., N. 53rd St. (ST212230101) Concrete alley pavement reconstruction, replace some abutting walk or driveway approaches, grading, storm drainage facilities, and permeable pavement as necessary. Individuals also present: Ald. Rainey said that according to survey, 2 owners are against of the project and 2 in favor and that it depends on how many neighbors are present to testify. There were no neighbors present. Ald. Stamper moved approval. There were no objections. 8th Aldermanic District Alley betw. W. Burnnam st., W. Rogers st., S. 19th St. S. 20th St. (s 1212220111) Concrete alley pavement reconstruction, replace some abutting walk or driveway approaches, grading, storm drainage facilities, and permeable pavement as necessary. Ms. Rutenbeck said that Ald. Zamarripa is in support. Ald. Westmoreland moved approval. There were no objections. 9th Aldermanic District N. Hastings St. — W. Acacia St. to W. Denver Av. (ST211210225) Asphalt pavement resurfacing, replace curb and gutter, sidewalk and driveway approaches where necessary, sodding (8' width of tree border area), and grading. Ms. Rutenbeck said that the survey was favorable but that Ald. Taylor does not support the project. Ald. Westmoreland moved withdrawal. There were no objections. 10th Aldermanic District Alley betw. W. Galena st., W. Vliet st., N. 51st st., N. 52nd St. (ST212220117) Concrete alley pavement reconstruction, replace some abutting walk or driveway approaches, grading, storm drainage facilities, and permeable pavement as necessary. Ms. Rutenbeck said that the survey was favorable and that Ald. Murphy supports the project. Ald. Westomoreland moved approval. There were no objections. 14th Aldermanic District Alley betw. S. Graham St., E. Homer St., S. Kinnickinnic Ave., E. Otjen St. (ST212180105) Concrete alley pavement reconstruction, replace some abutting walk or driveway approaches, grading, storm drainage facilities, and permeable pavement as necessary. Neighbors in support: Adam Molitor - 522 E Otjen St. - said that it is needed but that he wishes that those who requested or filed permits for mayor capital improvements pay for it. Ellen and Tim Quale - 600 E Otjen St. Gene Seidler - 606 E Otjen St. Individuals also present: Ms. Rutenbeck said that 32 properties were surveyed: 5 in favor and 2 in opposition. Ald. Westmoreland move approval. There were no objections.
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230867 02.ResolutionResolution 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 $25,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $500,000.

Minutes note: Holly Rutenbeck - DPW
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230868 03.ResolutionResolution 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 $50,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $1,350,000.

Minutes note: Holly Rutenbeck - DPW
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230869 04.ResolutionSubstitute resolution approving construction of nonassessable public improvements at various locations and appropriating funds for these purposes with the City construction cost estimated to be $782,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $1,259,000.

Minutes note: Holly Rutenbeck
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230869 1 ResolutionSubstitute resolution approving construction of nonassessable public improvements at various locations and appropriating funds for these purposes with the City construction cost estimated to be $782,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $1,259,000.

Minutes note: Item 16. was heard right after.
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230846 05.ResolutionResolution authorizing the City Comptroller to transfer additional funds to the previously established project for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the City of Milwaukee for cost participation for the design of North Lake Drive between East Newberry Boulevard and East Edgewood Avenue in the 3rd Aldermanic district with a total estimated cost increase for the projects of $400,000, with an estimated Grantor share of $0, and an estimated City share of $400,000.

Minutes note: David Tapia - DPW
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230827 06.ResolutionResolution releasing a No Vehicular Access Restriction from the South limits of South 26th Street to Parcel 2, approximately 172 feet south of West Whitaker Avenue, in the 13th Aldermanic District.

Minutes note: James Washington - DPW
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230832 07.ResolutionResolution approving a Fifth Amendment to Lease Agreement between the City and Verizon Wireless Personal Communications, LP, for placement of personal communications services (PCS) antennas at the City’s fire station at 5600 W. Oklahoma Ave.

Minutes note: Jordan Schettel - OCA and Serry Prochaska - LAS for Ald. Borkowski
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230833 08.ResolutionResolution directing the Commissioner of Public Works to execute a document titled “2nd Revision State/Municipal Agreement for a State-Let Local Bridge Project” with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) for the rehabilitation of the South 72nd Street Bridge over Honey Creek in Aldermanic District 11 with a total cost increase for the project of $66,507, with a grantor share of $16,507 and a City share of $50,000.

Minutes note: Jonathan Thomas - DPW
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230844 09.ResolutionResolution directing the Commissioner of Public Works to execute a document titled “2nd Revision State/Municipal Agreement for a State-Let Local Bridge Project” with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the West Grange Avenue Bridge over Canadian Pacific Railway in Aldermanic District 13.

Minutes note: Jonathan Thomas - DPW
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230854 010.ResolutionResolution authorizing the City of Milwaukee to approve the Milwaukee Estuary Dredged Material Management Facility Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District for the Milwaukee Estuary Area of Concern.

Minutes note: Brian Kasprzyk, David Misky and Sherry Prochaska were present.
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230893 011.ResolutionResolution authorizing acceptance of a City-owned utility easement in vacated North Hopkins Street from approximately 150’ North of West Douglas Avenue to the Union Pacific (formerly Chicago & Northwestern) Railroad, in the 9th Aldermanic District.

Minutes note: Robert Seleen - DPW
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230805 012.ResolutionResolution authorizing the Village of Menomonee Falls to provide water service to a property in the City of Milwaukee.

Minutes note: Jane Islo - MWW
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230872 013.ResolutionResolution authorizing the City of Milwaukee’s Department of Public Works - Milwaukee Water Works (“MWW”) to execute an intergovernmental cooperation agreement between the City of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Public Schools (“MPS”) regarding MWW’s participation as a host job site to students enrolled in the MPS School-to-Work Transition Program for a period of three years from 2024 - 2027.

Minutes note: Jane Islo (MWW) and Pamela Lippert (MPS)
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230882 014.ResolutionResolution extending the Active Streets for Businesses Program.

Minutes note: James Washington - DPW - said that this is the extension of the program for the winter months from November 16, 2023 to March 14, 2024.
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230405 015.CommunicationCommunication from the Infrastructure Services Division relating to a Statement of Mid-Year Review for Financial Condition of the Sewer Maintenance Fund.

Minutes note: Kurt Sprangers - DPW
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230870 016.CommunicationCommunication from the Department of Public Works, Infrastructure Services Division transmitting the 2024 Assessment Rates Report.

Minutes note: Holly Rutenbeck - DPW
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191930 017.CommunicationCommunication from the Department of Public Works relating to the status of current and future operations.

Minutes note: Danielle Rodriguez - DPW Operations Responding to Ald. Bauman's question, she said that they still enforcing overnight (odd/even) parking with some staffing challenges (20% vacancy rate). She added that parking restrictions were lifted during the pandemic and that it is not easy to get people back into the habit. She also said that they are hiring in groups because there are a lot rules and ordinances to learn. Ms. Rodriguez recommended to enter all parking requests online (most efficient way) and that the team will handle or direct the requests. Announcements: -The Garbage and Recycling annual flyer will be arriving in the mail soon. -They are working on Fall Leaf Collection which ends on Nov 15 (could be extended). -Snow plowing looks better than last year, the equipment is ready to go, staffing is recovering and they have 11 retirees lined up.
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211119 018.CommunicationCommunication from the Department of Public Works relating to the status of Traffic-Calming and Complete Streets projects to address reckless driving and to provide a safer infrastructure for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Minutes note: Kevin Muhs - City Engineer Ald. Bauman said that following up with Capital Improvements asked Mr. Muhs if there is a list of funded and unfunded projects for budget amendments because some of the council members would like to put more money on these on the assumption that the funds will be used. Mr. Muhs said that they are working on an actual estimate and what would be the dictating factor of the capacity to utilize the funds at any given calendar year. He added that traffic calming needs are strong citywide. He said that they are going to get an estimate of additional funds that could be utilized based on staffing, consulting and contractor capacity. Ald. Bauman said that the deadline is tomorrow. He also said that 5 year backlog for sidewalks makes the city looks bad. Traffic Calming Update: -Near the end of the construction season. Rapid Implementation Projects: -Almost all concrete and striping pavement marking works are done. -Still working on installing signage on Burleigh, on the Sherman Park area and around UWM campus. He added that those orange barrels will stay out until the signage is up. ARPA Funded Projects: -Nearing the end of the city funds that went for reckless driving initiative for physical infrastructure. -Concrete is done except for the W Galena project that will be done next week. -Pavement marking done and working on signage or plastic delineators (depending on the project). -There is one ARPA project (last one) that will let for construction on 2024 (reduction lanes and protected bike lanes) on Highland Av between 35th St and 20th St. Safe Routes to School: -That work is largely complete and just as the other projects, still working on signage. TID Work: -There is only one work outstanding on construction on the Brewers Hill area. -The neighborhood traffic calming is complete. -Working right now on Walnut St between 10th and Phillips and; on 6th St between Walnut and Brown (it will be done by December 1st). -Some other works that are on design for construction next year: Van Buren, Michigan St, downtown west of the river (2024-2025 construction), by the stadium (west side of the city) and N 60th between Mill and Bradley. -There are other TIDS that design has not started yet but there is funding for those.
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