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Meeting Name: PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/17/2017 9:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 301-B, City Hall
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
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160180 01.CommunicationCommunication from the Department of Public Works recognizing various projects and employees in the City of Milwaukee.

Minutes note: Dan Thomas - DPW Ursella Turner - Parking Enforcement
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170058 02.ResolutionResolution approving a Third Amendment to Lease Agreement with U.S. Venture, Inc.

Minutes note: Paul Vornholt - Port Milwaukee stated that the company will be able to transport crude oil if approved by DNR. US Venture is liable for immediate environmental damage to the Port if it occurs. He stated that they are required to provide Certificates of Insurance yearly. Individuals also present: Richard Seawall - U.S. Venture Inc. stated the products like canola oil and ethanol will be trucked and railed in. He stated that the ethanol will be placed on boats and taken to Canada or further overseas. He stated that they don't anticipate hauling products back into Milwaukee. Chris Gray - U.S. Venture Inc. Don Johnson - U.S. Venture Inc. stated that they have an air permit for ethanol. He stated that there are disaster plans in place that will focus on biodiesel, canola oil, and ethanol. Asst. City Attorney Mukamal stated that Section #16 of the lease outlines the insurance requirements for U.S. Venture. Individuals present in opposition: Eric Hansen Citizens Acting for Rail Safety stated he has concerns about the route and volumes of the hazardous products. Anne Steinberg Citizens Acting for Rail Safety stated she has concerns about explosions and fires from ethanol. Jeanine Arsenal Citizens Acting for Rail Safety stated she has concerns about the hazards. Sarah Zarling Citizens Acting for Rail Safety stated she has concerns about the transport of hazardous materials. Ald. Kovac asked what products will be hauled and will any products be hauled back. He asked Mr. Vornholt if the lease will allow them to haul crude products without coming back before the Committee if approved by DNR. Ald. Kovac moved to enter articles that he provided into the record. (Prevailed 4-0)
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170141 03.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 $890,500 for a total estimated cost of $934,500.

Minutes note: Mary Dziewiontkoski - DPW 1st Aldermanic District N. 27th St. - W. Villard Ave. to a point 600 feet m/l north of W. Silver Spring Dr. (ST211060102) File Number 131474: Asphalt pavement resurfacing, replace curb and gutter, sidewalk and driveway approaches where necessary, sodding (20-foot width of tree border area), and grading. Mike Zimmerman 2730 W Silver Spring Dr stated the project will affect their business. This is the only access to their business. Mary stated that they will work out a plan with Mr. Zimmerman and include it in the contract. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 8th Aldermanic District S. 30th St. - W. Hayes Ave. to W. Lincoln Ave. (ST211170143) File Number 170140: Install traffic calming speed hump(s). (Assessable Reconstruction Paving Fund -- $5,500; Nonassessable Reconstruction Paving Fund -- $2,000). The total estimated cost for this project including the requested amount is $9,500. This project is anticipated to be completed during the 2017 construction season. Ald. Bohl moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 11th Aldermanic District S. 53rd St. - W. Nebraska Ave./S. Utah Ave. to W. Oklahoma Ave. (ST211150167) File Number 140278: Asphalt pavement resurfacing, replace curb and gutter, sidewalk and driveway approaches where necessary, sodding (8-foot width of tree border area), and grading. (Assessable Reconstruction Paving Fund -- $16,000; Nonassessable Reconstruction Paving Fund -- $260,000). The total estimated cost for this project including the requested amount is $300,000. This project is anticipated to be completed during the 2017 construction season. Warner Schumalowski 5300 W Euclid Ave. stated he supports the repairs. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)
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170140 04.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 $2,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $7,000.

Minutes note: Mary Dziewiontkoski - DPW
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170142 05.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 $45,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $416,000.

Minutes note: Mary Dziewiontkoski - DPW
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170143 06.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 $1,471,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $2,046,000.

Minutes note: Proposed Sustitute A
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170143 0 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 $1,471,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $2,046,000.

Minutes note: Mary Dziewiontkoski - DPW
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170144 07.ResolutionSubstitute resolution authorizing city-wide sidewalk replacement at Scattered Sites, various areas and school sites and appropriating funds for these purposes with the city construction cost estimated to be $1,246,000 for a total estimated cost of these projects being $1,396,000.

Minutes note: Mary Dziewiontkoski - DPW
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170145 08.ResolutionResolution relating to acceptance and funding of a Green Solutions grant from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District for the installation of seven (7) green alleys to be constructed as part of the City’s 2017 alley reconstruction program at various locations in the 5th, 7th, 8th, 10th and 11th Aldermanic Districts.

Minutes note: Kurt Spranger - DPW
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170178 09.ResolutionResolution authorizing the issuance of a street occupancy permit to C.W. Purpero for installation of private utilities at North 17th Street, North 18th Street, and West Wells Street adjacent to the Marquette Dormitory at 721 North 17th Street in the 4th Aldermanic District.

Minutes note: Keren Dettmer - DPW
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170179 010.ResolutionResolution authorizing the issuance of a street occupancy permit to Miron Construction for construction activities at North Market Street, south of North Water Street and north or East Knapp Street, adjacent to the property at 210 East Knapp Street in the 3rd Aldermanic District.

Minutes note: Keren Dettmer - DPW
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170097 011.ResolutionResolution authorizing the Commissioner of Public Works to execute a Cost Sharing Agreement with the City of Greenfield for the planned improvement of South 60th Street from West Morgan Avenue to West Cold Spring Road.

Minutes note: Chad Chrisbaum - DPW
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170081 012.MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: BROWN, Thomas M, Driver's License, Public Passenger Vehicle Application. Ald. Bohl moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)
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170081 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: DONALDSON, Shedrick J, Driver's License, Public Passenger Vehicle Renewal Application. (Expires 7/5/2017) Ald. Bohl moved approval holding open item #2. (Prevailed 4-0)
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170081 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: HARRIS, Daniel C, Driver's License, Public Passenger Vehicle Application. Ald. Bohl moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)
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170081 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: MALIK, Saad J Taxicab Permit Renewal Application for "MKE TAXI". (Expires 6/9/2017) Ald. Bohl moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)
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170081 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: MCGHEE, Lagene C, Driver's License, Public Passenger Vehicle Application. Ald. Bohl moved denial based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0)
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170081 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: RAFIQ, Mohammad, Driver's License, Public Passenger Vehicle Renewal Application. (Expired 10/31/2015) Ald. Bohl moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0)
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170081 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Public Works Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: SAINI, Pawan K, Driver's License, Public Passenger Vehicle Application. Ald. Bohl moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)
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