2026-Adopted-Budget-Book

CITY OF RACINE, WISCONSIN 2026 ADOPTED OPERATING & CAPITAL BUDGET City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 4 Budget Process 5 Financial Policies 7 Common Council 8 Administrative Managers 9 Council Committees 10 Demographics 11 Budget Overview 15 Executive Overview 16 Fund Summaries 40 SUMMARY OF EXPENDITURES-ALL FUNDS 41 SUMMARY OF REVENUES-ALL FUNDS 43 Funding Sources 49 Revenues by Source - All Funds 50 Summary of Tax Levy by Fund 51 Funds 52 General Fund 53 General Fund Expenditures by Department 55 General Fund Revenue Detail 57 City Administration 62 Human Resources 68 Department of Customer Service 73 City Attorney 79 Finance 84 Non-Departmental 89 Public Health 93 Fire Suppression 99 Racine Police Department 104 Community Safety 110 Public Works 113 Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services 121 City Development 131 Special Revenue Funds 140 Referendum - Fire 142 Library 145 Waste Disposal 151 Emergency Medical Services 155 Municipal Court 159 Cemetery 164 Neighborhood Enhancement Division 168 Sanitary Sewer Maintenance 173 Room Tax 177 Debt Service Funds 180 City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 2 Capital Project Funds 183 General Obligation Bonds 185 Equipment Replacement Fund 190 Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund 194 Equipment Leasing Fund 197 Enterprise Funds 198 Transit 200 Parking System 211 Storm Water Utility 216 Civic Centre 222 Radio Communication Resources 226 Utility Funds 229 Water Utility 231 Wastewater Utility 237 Internal Service Funds 242 Equipment Maintenance Garage 244 Information Systems 249 Building Complex 256 Insurance 260 Telephone 265 Supplemental Data 266 Positions 267 Fee Schedule 282 Capital Project Funds by Debt 311 Appendix 316 Glossary 317 City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 3 INTRODUCTION City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 4 Operating Budget Process and Timeline The City will prepare an annual budget for all operating funds in accordance with §4.26-§4.33, of the Municipal Code of Ordinances, which incorporates, by reference, §65.90 and §62.12 of the Wisconsin State Statutes. The ordinance, in general, requires: A budget for governmental and proprietary funds. A budget be available for public inspection. A public hearing prior to adoption by the Common Council. An itemization of all indebtedness, expenditures, revenues, and anticipated surpluses. A two-thirds (2/3) vote of the entire membership of the Common Council is required to modify an adopted appropriation. The City will maintain a budgetary control system to ensure adherence to the adopted budget and will prepare reports comparing actual revenues and expenditures to budgeted amounts. Budget amendments and transfers modifying the adopted appropriation unit are initiated by the department. After review by the Finance Department, the transfer is forwarded to Administration for recommendation of approval to the Finance Committee, with final approval by the Common Council. Budget transfers within a departmental appropriation unit are initiated by the department. The Finance Department reviews for availability of funds and approves. Carryover of prior year budget fund authorization is initiated by the department. The requests are reviewed by the Finance Department and Administration for recommendation of approval to the Finance Committee with final approval by the Common Council, generally in May of the subsequent year. Increases to the adopted budgets are primarily made in the following situations: Emergency situation Non recurring appropriations with offsetting revenues Carry-over of prior year appropriations The following process establishes the City of Racine's operating budget and timeline for the ensuing fiscal calendar year. The City's operating budget process begins with the development of the budget calendar and instructions to department heads regarding the expenditure and revenue policy of the Mayor. This policy will include fiscal and operational guidelines as well as guidelines relating to budgetary increases, etc. Departments prepare budget requests and estimated projections, which provide the Finance Department and Administration with information to analyze the requests against previous budget years and against the total overall needs of the City. The Mayor, City Administrator, Director of Finance, and Deputy Director of Finance review department budgets with each department head and staff. Upon completion of these deliberations, the Finance Department will prepare the Proposed Budget for presentation by the Mayor to the legislative body. The legislative body refers the Proposed Budget to the Committee of the Whole. The Committee of the Whole is responsible for review of the Proposed Budget and referral to the Common Council for adoption. The City holds a public hearing on the budget and a Committee of the Whole meeting to deliberate the Proposed Budget and any amendments recommended by the Committee of the Whole. The budget is adopted by the Common Council through appropriate resolutions. Once the budget is adopted, the Finance Department makes the adopted version of the budget document available to all departments, the legislative body and the public.  City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 5  2026 Calendar WHEREAS, amendments proposed to the budget by Alders must be submitted in writing to the Finance Director no later than the close of business on Friday, October 31, 2025. Amendments submitted after this date will not be considered by the Council, AND WHEREAS, the City of Racine finds itself in a structural deficit, AND WHEREAS, proposed amendments must identify cuts in spending of an equal or greater amount if an amendment proposes spending city resources on something else, AND WHEREAS, in accordance with State Statute, funding for amendments for capital projects can only come from capital funded sources, and funding for amendments for operations can only come from operations funded sources, AND THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the CITY COUNCIL adopts this resolution in accordance with city ordinance for its 2026 budget process and calendar. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 6 Financial Policies RESERVE POLICIES Per Section 46-63 of the Municipal Code, the common council shall maintain an undesignated fund balance within the general fund in accordance with the audit and accounting guide, Audits of State and Local Governmental Units. Such fund balance shall be maintained at a minimum of 20% of the general fund appropriations adopted for the subsequent budget year. The percentage calculation shall be performed annually upon the adoption of the budget for the general fund, based on the city's prior year undesignated general fund balances as set forth in its audited financial statements. Per Section 46-64 of the Municipal Code, The common council shall maintain an undesignated fund balance within the health insurance fund in accordance with the audit and accounting guide, Audits of State and Local Governmental Units. Such fund balance shall be maintained at a minimum of 5% of the health insurance fund appropriations adopted for the subsequent budget year. The percentage calculation shall be performed annually upon the adoption of the budget for the health insurance fund, based on the city's prior year undesignated health insurance fund balances as set forth in its audited financial statements. Any shortfall shall be appropriated and transferred from the undesignated general fund balance to the extent possible. All general obligation debts will be paid through a general debt service fund. Operating budgets will be prepared to meet the annual principal, interest, and service charge costs for each fund. Net debt service requirements (debt service expenditures less debt service revenue) will be funded through the general tax levy. DEBT POLICIES The City will confine long-term borrowing to capital improvements and equipment with high cost and long expected useful life. The City will follow a policy of full disclosure on every financial report and bond prospectus. The City will use short term debt for cash flow and bond or note anticipation purposes. The City will first look at current available resources before using debt to fund capital improvements. Section 67.03 (1) of the Wisconsin State Statutes provides that the amount of indebtedness of a municipality shall not exceed 5 percent of the equalized valuation of the taxable property in the municipality. ACCOUNTING POLICIES The accounts of the City are presented on the basis of funds and account groups, each of which is considered a separate accounting entity. The operations of each fund are accounted for by using a separate set of self-balancing accounts that comprise its assets, liabilities, fund equity, revenues, and expenditures. The books and records of the City are maintained in conformance with accounting principles accepted as the standard in the industry. The only exception to conformance with accounting principles result from State or Federal law. An annual audit will be performed by an independent accounting firm. The accounting records of the City are maintained on the modified accrual basis of accounting for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, Capital Project Funds, Expendable Trust Funds and Agency Funds. The accrual basis of accounting is used for the Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, and Non-Expendable Trust Funds. In general, under the modified accrual basis of accounting, revenues are recognized when they become measurable and available as new current assets. Expenditures are generally recognized when the related fund liability is incurred. Under the accrual basis of accounting, revenues are recognized when earned and expenses are recognized when liabilities are incurred without regard to receipt or disbursement of each. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 7 MAYORCory Mason Common Council President: Maurice Horton Vice President: Marlo Harmon First DistrictMalik Frazier Second DistrictTyler Townsend Third DistrictOlivia Turquoise-Davis Fourth District David Maack Fifth District Jens Jorgenson Sixth District Sandy Weidner Seventh District Maurice Horton Eighth DistrictCinthia Esqueda Ninth District Grace Allen Tenth District Sam Peete Eleventh District Mary Land Twelfth District Henry Perez Thirteenth District Renee Kelly Fourteenth District Marlo Harmon Fifteenth District Nathan Pabon City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 8 Administrative Managers City AdministratorJames Sullivan City AttorneyScott Letteney City DevelopmentWalter Williams City LibrarianNick Demske Department of Community SafetyJohn Tate II Department of Customer ServiceTara McMenamin Finance/TreasurerKathleen Fischer Fire DepartmentSteve Hansen Human ResourcesLa'Neka Horton Information TechnologyAdele Edwards Municipal JudgeRobert Weber Parks, Recreation, & Cultural ServicesTom Molbeck Police DepartmentAlexander Ramirez Public HealthDottie- Kay Bowersox Public WorksJohn Rooney TransitTrevor Jung Wastewater UtilityNate Tillis Water UtilityAnjuman Islam City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 9 Council Standing Committees 2025-2026 Finance & Personnel Committee Mary Land - Chair Grace Allen Maurice Horton Jens Jorgenson Tyler Townsend Public Works & Services Committee David Maack - Chair Henry Perez Olivia Turquoise-Davis Cinthia Esqueda Marlo Harmon Public Safety & Licensing Committee Sandy Weidner - Chair Renee Kelly Sam Peete Nathan Pabon Malik Frazier Committee of the Whole  All Alders Executive Committee Mayor Cory Mason Council President Maurice Horton Finance & Personnel Committee Chair Mary Land Public Works & Services Committee Chair David Maack Public Safety & Licensing Committee Chair Sandy Weidner Alder at Large Marlo Harmon City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 10 Population Overview TOTAL POPULATION 77,155 .4% vs. 2022 GROWTH RANK 1055out of 1852 Municipalities in Wisconsin DAYTIME POPULATION 73,073 Daytime population represents the effect of persons coming into or leaving a community for work, entertainment, shopping, etc. during the typical workday. An increased daytime population puts greater demand on host community services which directly impacts operational costs. * Data Source: American Community Survey 5-year estimates POPULATION BY AGE GROUP Aging affects the needs and lifestyle choices of residents. Municipalities must adjust and plan services accordingly. * Data Source: American Community Survey 5-year estimates * Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year Data and the 2020, 2010, 2000, and 1990 Decennial Censuses 1990 1992 1994 1996 1998 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 2022 2024 75k 77.5k 80k 82.5k 85k 87.5k <5 5-9 10-14 15-19 20-2425-3435-4445-5455-5960-6465-7475-84 >85 City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 11 Household Analysis TOTAL HOUSEHOLDS 31,238 It is important to consider the dynamics of household types to plan for and provide services effectively. Household type also has a general correlation to income levels which affect the tax base. * Data Source: American Community Survey 5-year estimates 28% lower than state average Family Households 34% 29% lower than state average Married Couples 35% 7% higher than state average Singles 31% 8% higher than state average Senior Living Alone 18% City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 12 Economic Analysis Household income is a key data point in evaluating a community’s wealth and spending power. Pay levels and earnings typically vary by geographic regions and should be looked at in context of the overall cost of living. HOUSEHOLD INCOME Above $200,000 3% 69% lower than state average Median Income $55,705 26% lower than state average Below $25,000 19% 42% higher than state average * Data Source: American Community Survey 5-year estimates Over $200,000 $150,000 to $200,000 $125,000 to $150,000 $100,000 to $125,000 $75,000 to $100,000 $50,000 to $75,000 $25,000 to $50,000 Below $25,000 City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 13 Housing Overview 2023 MEDIAN HOME VALUE $158,100 * Data Source: 2023 US Census Bureau (http://www.census.gov/data/developers/data- sets.html), American Community Survey. Home value data includes all types of owner-occupied housing. HOME VALUE DISTRIBUTION * Data Source: 2023 US Census Bureau (http://www.census.gov/data/developers/data- sets.html), American Community Survey. Home value data includes all types of owner-occupied housing. HOME OWNERS VS RENTERS Racine 40% Rent 60% Own State Avg. 32% Rent 68% Own * Data Source: 2023 US Census Bureau (http://www.census.gov/data/developers/data- sets.html), American Community Survey. Home value data includes all types of owner-occupied housing. 200920102011 20122013 201420152016201720182019 20202021 2022 2023 100k 120k 140k 160k > $1,000,000 $750,000 to $999,9… $500,000 to $749,9… $400,000 to $499,… $300,000 to $399,9… $250,000 to $299,9… $200,000 to $249,9… $150,000 to $199,999 $100,000 to $149,9… $50,000 to $99,999 < $49,999 City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 14 BUDGET OVERVIEW City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 15 Executive Overview The City of Racine budget document serves as a comprehensive financial planning tool covering all City funds, including the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds. The document also includes information regarding departmental goals and initiatives, positions by department, the fee schedule by department, ordinance modifications and a 10-year capital plan. This overview is intended to give a high-level snapshot of the overall budget, but specific details and narratives regarding the functional areas can be found in the larger document. The city employs a decentralized approach to budget development, with department heads and managers responsible for preparing the working numbers that populate individual line items. They do so with guidance from the Mayor, City Administrator, and Finance Department. This document also serves to provide additional information about City departments, including the services they offer, key goals and initiatives, and the corresponding funding impacts for 2026. While the budget has been developed with a forward-looking perspective beyond 2026, maintaining the current level of service to residents—within the constraints of State-imposed expenditure limits and tax levy caps—remains an ongoing challenge. While this budget was not as challenging as in recent years, primarily due to funds still available from the American Rescue Plan, the development of this budget still came with challenges. The city continues to face a structural deficit that has the cost of services increasing while major revenue sources remain flat. Funding from the federal government, under the American Rescue Plan, and hard choices that were made by the Common Council in previous budgets, gave us a reprieve from another year of difficult decisions, but future years will come with hard choices. The 2026 budget remains focused on prioritizing strategies to enhance customer service, reducing duplication and costs, implementing strategic initiatives, and maintaining the City’s commitment to delivering essential services. Throughout 2026, we will continue to investigate ways to reduce costs and increase revenues yet still provide essential services to the citizenry. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 16 The 2026 City of Racine budget contains strategic reorganizations to reduce duplication and overlapping efforts, reclassifications of expenses, and support for important initiatives and employees. These items and other larger items of interest are listed in the chart below: The City of Racine budget document serves as a comprehensive financial planning tool covering all City funds, including the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Enterprise Funds, Utilities, and Internal Service Funds. The total 2026 City budget is almost $276M, an increase of 4.6% from the previous year. The most significant increases are in the special revenue funds and capital project funds. Below depicts total expenses by fund for the entire City budget, and the following pages of the overview will discuss further details on each fund group, beginning with General Fund. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 17 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS GENERAL FUND General Fund revenues are made up of various categories. The various categories and the 2026 budget impact for each are discussed below. Property taxes-Property taxes in the general fund decreased by about .46%. While the overall property tax levy increased in the 2026 budget, less tax levy was allocated to the general fund in 2026 because it was allocated to other funds like Transit, and Library. Intergovernmental Revenues-This line item remained almost flat for 2026. This category primarily consists of our shared revenue and expenditure restraint payments from the State of Wisconsin. Licenses and permits- The amount of revenue that is generated from permit and development fees is based on the development and construction market. The 2026 budget reflects a slight decrease to reflect actual results from prior years. Fines and Forfeitures -The 2026 budget is increasing by over 15% due to a continued increase in parking fines written and collected by the Police Department and community service officers. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 18 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS (Continued) Charges for services- Includesrevenues such as fire inspection fees, recreation and other park fees. This category increased for the 2026 budget because of an increase in the fire inspection fees, and vehicle towing revenue. Miscellaneous Revenues-of which interest income is the largest component, decreased for 2026 as interest rates decrease and investable cash on hand decreases. Other Financing Sources-This category includes the PILOT (payment in lieu of tax) payment from the Water Department and transfer from other funds. The 2026 other financing sources remained mostly flat. Fund Balance Applied- The amount of fund balance applied in the 2026 budget increased from 2025 due to State grants budgeted in previous years that covered overtime costs that will expire in mid-2026. This category reflects the use of $4.525M of fund balance in the general fund. The largest components of the General Fund revenues are Property Taxes and Intergovernmental Revenues. The city’s largest operating fund continues to rely heavily on State Shared Revenue and Property Taxes. Below depicts the general fund revenues by category. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 19 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS (Continued) Property Tax Levy: The Tax Levy for 2026 is $62,923,089 which is a 7.5% increase from the prior year. The increase is a result of the referendum that was passed in 2025 to support fire operations, allowed increase due to net new construction increase, and increases debt service requirements. The tax levy is allocated to various operating funds within the budget as graphically represented below. The tax levy consists of two components, an operational levy and a debt service levy. The operational levy increased by over $2 million with $1.5 million authorized through referendum and over $500 thousand allowed from net new construction. The tax levy for debt service increased to reflect principal and interest on debt in accordance with higher borrowing amounts and interest rates. The tax levy as proposed complies with the levy limit requirements imposed by the State of Wisconsin. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 20 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS (Continued) Property Tax Levy (continued): Levy Limits Levy limits restrict the annual tax levy growth by our percentage of net new construction. Local governments continue to be under levy limits imposed by the State. Under the levy limits, the tax levy cannot exceed the percentage increase in the City's net new construction percentage (with a few exceptions). While our net new construction was our highest on record, it remains less than our basic salary and benefit increases for the year. The levy limit calculation is complex and continues to negatively impact our city by not allowing an increase for inflation among other things. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 21 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS (Continued) Property Tax Levy (continued): Levy Limits The 2026 budget includes a tax levy that complies with the levy limits established by the State of Wisconsin. The operational tax levy increased by just over $2 million, due to the voter-approved referendum and the 1.36% net new construction growth within the city. Despite this increase, the City continues to face a structural deficit, as basic cost increases outpace the property tax revenue growth allowed under state- imposed limits. This fiscal challenge is expected to persist in 2027 and beyond. To address this ongoing issue, economic development that results in net new construction is essential. Such growth is critical to increasing the City's allowable tax levy and ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality services to our residents. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 22 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS (Continued) Intergovernmental Revenues-State Shared Revenues The largest portion of intergovernmental revenues comes from the State shared revenue and expenditure restraint programs. This program has been in existence for many years and is the largest source of non-tax levy revenue in the General Fund. It accounts for about 44% of the total General Fund revenue for 2026. Shared Revenue includes county and municipal aid, supplemental county and municipal aid, utility aid, and expenditure restraint incentive program aid. It is distributed to Wisconsin municipalities and counties in July and November each year under sec. 79.02, Wis. Stats. The City of Racine receives $3.3 million annually under the expenditure restraint program. The program limits the operating expenditure increase to an inflationary calculation performed by the State. The allowable expenditure increase is 3.5% for the city for 2026. The 2026 budget is under the expenditure restraint limit as proposed. Any amendments that result in a net increase in expenses in the budget will put us in violation under the expenditure restraint program and will result in the loss of all $3.3 million that we receive annually. Fees and Charges for Services With the property tax restrictions created by the State imposed levy limits, local governments, including Racine, are forced to raise revenues elsewhere to provide basic services. Each budget year all departments analyze their respective fees and propose changes as they see necessary to cover basic cost of services. Fee increases are proposed across almost all departments for the 2026 budget. A detailed fee schedule can be found behind a separate tab in your budget book. Fee increases are essential to our ability to cover the inflationary cost of services and maintain the city’s aging infrastructure. An inability to raise fees or waiving fees will result in service cuts in the near and long term. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 23 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS (Continued) TAXES AND FEES Tax Rate Based on assessed values, the city tax rate is anticipated to decrease by almost 3% to $11.75 per thousand. The tax rate is down over $5.18 or 30.57% from the highest point in 2017. Assessed values are above $5.3 billion and are the highest they have ever been. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 24 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS (Continued) TAXES AND FEES Assessed Value Assessed values will increase about 10.81% overall and will be at the highest levels in history. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 25 REVENUE HIGHLIGHTS (Continued) TAXES AND FEES Fees The city budget incorporates a variety of fees and charges to support day-to-day operations and to maintain our aging infrastructure. When levy limits were enacted, they required a shift in funding — moving many operational costs from property tax revenue to fee-based revenue. Each year, a comprehensive fee schedule is included with the annual budget, detailing any proposed fee changes by department. These fees are collected through several methods, including property tax bills, utility bills, rescue and ambulance billings, and general invoice billings. Maintaining and adjusting fees is essential for the long-term financial sustainability of the city. Any reduction or waiver of fees may lead to diminished service levels and could have a long-term negative impact on critical infrastructure. Below are examples of selected fees of general interest: City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 26 RESERVE FUNDS/FUND BALANCE The City maintains both undesignated fund balance and assigned fund balance. Fund balance is assigned within the General Fund for both wage provision and for budget stabilization as authorized by the Common Council. Per Resolution 0863-21 any unassigned General Fund Balance in excess of 25%, but no more than 30% of the subsequent year’s expenditures shall be assigned to Wage and Benefit Provision. Any General Fund balance in excess of 30% of the subsequent year’s expenditures shall be assigned to the Budget Stabilization Provision. As anticipated, the 2026 budget will appropriate approximately $4.525M of fund balance to balance the 2026 budget. The fund balance applied will come from $1M from the wage provision fund balance to cover wage increases for non-represented employees and $3.525M of budget stabilization fund balance to pay for general operational expenses. Spendable general fund reserves will remain at a high level of approximately $37M at the end of 2026 or almost 38% of the 2026 budget. While it is likely that we will apply fund balance in future budgets, spending fund balance at these levels is not sustainable into the future. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 27 RESERVE FUNDS/FUND BALANCE (continued) The chart below depicts our general fund spendable reserves by category since 2020. Balances shown are estimated year end balances through 2027 based on projections. General fund balance should remain above 30% to protect our bond rating in the future. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 28 RESERVE FUNDS/FUND BALANCE (continued) The City also maintains a designated Insurance Fund balance in the Insurance internal service fund. Although these reserve funds may be used as revenue to support the Insurance Fund expenditures, such fund balance shall, per resolution, be maintained at a minimum of 5% of the Healthcare appropriations adopted for the subsequent budget year. The 2026 budget appropriates just over $1 million of reserve funds used primarily to cover the cost of the continued City provided HSA contributions to employees. City provided HSA contributions are dependent on available funding and the action of the Common Council annually and are not sustainable at the current levels long term. With the new health plan administrator, Centivo, and the option of a lower deductible co- pay plan, it is anticipated that employees may move away from the high-deductible health plan in 2026. The change in the plan administrator and the new network options resulted in only a minor increase in insurance fund costs for 2026. The city continues to struggle with the costs associated with legacy retiree benefits which will continue far into the future. Fund balance remains high, significantly exceeding the 5% required threshold, however the City should continue to remain conservative with the use of reserves to stabilize the budget. Being self-insured, it is imperative that the City continue to have sufficient health care reserves to mitigate unanticipated cost fluctuations. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 29 EXPENDITURE HIGHLIGHTS The General Fund expenditure budget for 2026 has an increase of approximately $648,000, or .68% from 2025 primarily due to general increases from wages and benefits. With costs for fire operations being allocated to both the EMS and Referendum special revenue fund, the cost increases in the general fund appear negligible. The general fund reflects the continued support for essential services, including public safety with increases in most departmental categories. General fund expenditures include a step and 1% wage increase for all non - represented full and part time employees. The public safety category reflects the reclassification of fire department costs to both the EMS fund and the Referendum Fund. Increases in the general fund may not appear as large as many costs continue to be reallocated to other funds to be funded by fees or grants in response to the tax levy limit restrictions. Other general fund expenditure items of note by function are as follows: General Government- this area shows an increase in the budget based primarily on more elections in 2026. New position in the Human Resources Department focusing on recruitment New position in customer service to support the implementation of the sump pump program. Additional funding for elections Additional funding in the Common Council budget for more meetings. Health Department- this area includes: Decrease reflects a budget more aligned with actual results as much of the department is funded with grants. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 30 EXPENDITURE HIGHLIGHTS (continued) Public Safety- this area includes: Includes the Department of Community Safety Reflects the transfer of salary and benefit costs from the Fire Department in the general fund to the EMS and Referendum Special Revenue Fund. Public Works- this area includes: Increase to general non represented salary increases Additional wages and benefits covered by fees and charges in other funds. Education and Recreation-this area includes: Increase to general non represented salary increases Continuation of additional lifeguards. Community Development-this area includes: Increase to general non represented salary increases Funding from grants and TID’s as allowable is utilized for some salary and benefits. Personnel costs (salary and fringe benefits) continue to be the driving force of the general fund expenditures, while public safety constitutes over 57% of our budgetary costs in the general fund. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 31 OTHER FUNDS HIGHLIGHTS In addition to the general fund, the City also has various other funds that contribute to the annual budget, including special revenue funds, debt service funds, capital project funds, utilities, and internal service funds. Special Revenue Funds Special Revenue Funds are used to account for revenues that are legally restricted or committed to specific purposes, excluding capital projects or debt service. These funds are primarily supported by non-property tax revenues (such as user fees, grants, or other sources), although they may receive limited property tax support. In the 2026 budget, a new Special Revenue Fund has been established to track revenues and expenditures related to the voter-authorized fire department referendum. This reflects increased transparency and compliance with funding restrictions. Over recent years, there has been a strategic reallocation of expenses from the General Fund to Special Revenue Funds when costs are covered by user fees or designated revenue sources. This approach helps to align expenditures with appropriate funding sources and reduce pressure on the General Fund. Expenditures in the special revenue funds for 2026 increased by over 14% from the prior year. This increase was a result of an increase in basic costs associated with services and the new referendum fund. Special revenue fund budgets are listed below: City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 32 OTHER FUNDS HIGHLIGHTS (continued) Special Revenue Funds Special Revenue Funds are primarily supported by charges for services, which remain the dominant revenue source in the 2026 budget. These funds ensure that the cost of specific services is borne by the users who directly benefit from them, rather than relying heavily on the property tax levy. The primary sources of revenue include EMS fees, recycling fees, sanitary sewer maintenance fees, cemetery fees, and the sanitary sewer surcharge for commercial ratepayers. Due to continued cost increases across all service categories, most user fees will increase in 2026, including those for recycling, sanitary sewer maintenance, sanitary surcharge, and cemetery services. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 33 OTHER FUNDS HIGHLIGHTS (continued) Debt Service Funds The City currently holds an Aa- bond rating from Standard & Poor’s, reflecting its solid financial operations, strong reserve balances, and a manageable debt plan. To maintain this favorable rating, the city must continue its practice of responsible budgeting while preserving sound reserve levels. Between 2025 and 2026, the City’s overall level of indebtedness is expected to increase, driven primarily by investments in aging infrastructure, construction of a safety building, and development projects. Despite this increase, the City's outstanding debt remains at reasonable levels and well within its debt capacity limit, ensuring continued fiscal stability and creditworthiness. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 34 OTHER FUNDS HIGHLIGHTS (continued) Debt Service Funds Development purpose debt will account for about $33 million of our outstanding debt at 12/31/25. Development purpose debt has increased over the last few years to support various development projects including the Hotel Verdant, Belle City Square Development, and the Lincoln King Community Center Clinic. These developments, and others like it, have a substantial positive economic impact on our community including increased net new construction and assessed and equalized value. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 35 OTHER FUNDS HIGHLIGHTS (continued) Debt Service Funds The City’s debt capacity (capacity to borrow) is an indicator of fiscal stability and is based on the equalized value of the City. As equalized value rises, borrowing capacity increases. The estimated debt limit for 2026 is $286M, leaving the City’s estimated borrowing capacity at a healthy 46% at the end of 2026. The decrease in our borrowing capacity in 2026 is a result of significant borrowing anticipated for the construction of a public safety facility. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 36 OTHER FUNDS HIGHLIGHTS (continued) Capital Projects Funds Capital Projects Funds are used to account for and report financial resources that are restricted, committed, or assigned to expenditure for capital outlays, including the acquisition or construction of capital facilities and other capital assets. The City has four budgeted capital project funds, with annual costs totaling around $25.1M. There are a few items of interest in the 2026 capital project funds budget. In the General Obligation Bond Fund, the City will be borrowing more than in the prior year as our buildings and infrastructure continue to require significant maintenance. The Bond Fund also includes $1M for the demolition of our oldest parking ramp, McMynn, in the downtown. An Equipment Lease fund was developed in 2023 to account for the expenses associated with leasing vehicles. This is being used primarily for police vehicles. The program is funded by the sale of vehicles and vehicle trade in. The leasing option is readily used by other governments and was useful during COVID when vehicle delivery lead times were at impossible levels. The city has since discontinued leasing vehicles as lead times for purchase have normalized. The Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund shows an increase of 35% due to a recalculation of the revenue sharing payment resulting in additional funds received from agreement parties based on growth in surrounding communities. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 37 OTHER FUNDS HIGHLIGHTS (continued) Enterprise Funds Enterprise funds are used to account for and report any activity for which a fee is charged to external uses for goods or services and must be used for activities which meet certain debt or cost recovering criteria. The City reports 4 enterprise funds in the annual budget with total expenditures of over $29.8M. Expenses in Enterprise funds increased about 4.5% from 2025. Increases occurred in Transit, Stormwater, and Civic Centre. Utility Funds Utility Funds account for the operations of the City's water and wastewater systems. The Utilities are projecting $39.5M in expenditures in 2026, which represents a 1.5% increase over the prior year. Utility operations are funded with user fees charged to rate payers. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 38 OTHER FUNDS HIGHLIGHTS (continued) Internal Service Funds Internal Service Funds are used to account for the financing of goods and services provided by one department or agency to other departments or agencies of the City, or to other governmental units, on a cost-reimbursement basis. The City reports 4 internal service funds within the annual budget, the largest being the Insurance Fund. Expenditures in the internal services funds increased by about $1.7 million for 2026 with most of that increase being attributed to the insurance fund. Conclusion This budget represents a strategic approach to maintaining essential services, investing in critical infrastructure, and ensuring the long-term financial health of the city. It reflects our continued commitment to fiscal responsibility, transparency, and sustainability, while adapting to evolving community needs and state-imposed financial constraints. As we move forward, we remain focused on balancing service delivery with prudent financial management. The support and engagement of our residents, staff, and elected officials are vital to achieving these goals. Together, we can ensure our city remains a resilient, vibrant, and well-managed community for generations to come. The detailed budget book, including comprehensive revenue and expenditure account information, can be found in the following pages. Budget deliberations and considerations will involve departmental presentations, public input, and feedback from elected officials. The fiscal details provided in this budget are designed to support departmental goals and initiatives, the proposed fee schedule, position authorizations, ordinance modifications, and the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan included within this document The comprehensive budget document can be found on the City of Racine website at https://cityofracine.org/finance/budget/ (https://cityofracine.org/finance/budget/) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 39 FUND SUMMARIES City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 40 SUMMARY OF EXPENDITURES-ALL FUNDS 2026 Expenditures by Fund 34.5%34.5%34.5% 14.3%14.3%14.3% 14.3%14.3%14.3% 10.8%10.8%10.8% 9.1%9.1%9.1% 8.5%8.5%8.5% 8.4%8.4%8.4% General Fund Internal Service Funds Utility Funds Enterprise Funds Capital Project Funds Special Revenue Funds Debt Service Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Fund Millions Debt ServiceSpecial Revenue FundsCapital Project FundsEnterprise FundsUtility FundsInternal Service FundsGeneral Fund FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $50 $100 $150 $200 $250 $300 General Fund $88,165,234 $88,278,965 $94,633,708 $95,281,808 0.7% Special Revenue Funds Referendum: Fire $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 41 Library $4,318,392 $4,229,778 $4,732,264 $4,904,057 3.6% Recycling $2,249,154 $2,493,223 $2,912,283 $3,003,345 3.1% EMS $0 $3,052,994 $3,014,777 $4,072,000 35.1% Municipal Court $345,091 $392,456 $456,341 $481,512 5.5% Cemetery $576,627 $686,534 $745,191 $774,973 4% Neighborhood Enhancement $1,221,899 $1,150,745 $1,461,178 $1,457,162 -0.3% Sanitary Sewer Maintenance $1,660,656 $2,133,711 $6,578,400 $6,737,156 2.4% Room Tax $347,896 $444,914 $580,800 $580,200 -0.1% Total Special Revenue Funds: $10,719,715 $14,584,356 $20,481,234 $23,510,405 14.8% Debt Service $41,017,056 $20,048,416 $21,358,735 $23,112,264 8.2% Capital Project Funds GO Bond Fund $14,558,263 $13,552,697 $14,719,596 $16,887,462 14.7% Equipment Replacement Fund $3,407,177 $4,353,103 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Equip Lease $120,025 $326,187 $298,000 $594,000 99.3% Intergovernmental RevenueSharing $393,021 $212,015 $2,770,000 $3,742,000 35.1% Total Capital Project Funds: $18,478,486 $18,444,001 $21,899,731 $25,117,330 14.7% Enterprise Funds Transit $12,746,436 $14,415,311 $14,572,319 $15,556,877 6.8% Parking System -$475,634 $1,489,750 $1,863,904 $1,642,403 -11.9% Stormwater Utility $6,999,689 $6,492,112 $11,525,706 $11,848,341 2.8% Civic Centre $577,597 $732,198 $699,000 $780,000 11.6% Radio Communication Resources $184,602 $201,027 $0 $0 0% Total Enterprise Funds: $20,032,689 $23,330,398 $28,660,929 $29,827,621 4.1% Utility Funds Water Utility $21,655,012 $21,806,598 $23,893,000 $24,458,000 2.4% Wastewater Utility $12,495,549 $12,906,311 $15,065,133 $15,079,566 0.1% Total Utility Funds: $34,150,561 $34,712,909 $38,958,133 $39,537,566 1.5% Internal Service Funds Equipment Maintenance $4,834,434 $4,732,076 $5,075,500 $5,235,318 3.1% Information Systems $4,748,075 $5,648,887 $6,865,004 $7,334,838 6.8% Building Complex $3,326,805 $3,609,416 $3,811,037 $4,172,927 9.5% Insurance $19,683,765 $20,601,819 $22,134,325 $22,855,659 3.3% Telephone $343,150 $346,031 $0 $0 0% Total Internal Service Funds: $32,936,228 $34,938,229 $37,885,866 $39,598,742 4.5% Total: $245,499,970 $234,337,273 $263,878,336 $275,985,736 4.6% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 42 SUMMARY OF REVENUES-ALL FUNDS 2026 Revenue by Fund 35.1%35.1%35.1% 15.1%15.1%15.1% 14.1%14.1%14.1% 9.3%9.3%9.3% 9.2%9.2%9.2% 8.7%8.7%8.7% 8.5%8.5%8.5% General Fund Utility Funds Internal Service Funds Capital Project Funds Enterprise Funds Special Revenue Funds Debt Service Budgeted and Historical Revenue by Fund Millions Debt ServiceSpecial Revenue FundsEnterprise FundsCapital Project FundsInternal Service FundsUtility FundsGeneral Fund FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $50 $100 $150 $200 $250 $300 General Fund Property Taxes $34,062,029 $34,260,342 $33,544,662 $33,389,229 -0.5% Other Taxes $424,960 $420,160 $400,000 $420,000 5% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 43 Intergovernmental Revenues $34,203,465 $39,256,028 $42,354,825 $42,370,376 0% Licenses & Permits $2,723,042 $2,847,010 $1,990,500 $1,933,500 -2.9% Fines & Forfeitures $1,183,424 $1,453,755 $1,142,000 $1,322,000 15.8% Charges for Services $5,857,297 $1,911,812 $1,902,450 $1,981,570 4.2% Intergovernmental Charges for Services $1,929,512 $2,023,924 $2,269,709 $2,320,976 2.3% Miscellaneous Revenues $3,896,844 $4,550,970 $2,699,772 $2,358,941 -12.6% Other Financing Sources $4,730,024 $4,577,348 $8,329,790 $9,185,216 10.3% Total General Fund: $89,010,596 $91,301,349 $94,633,708 $95,281,808 0.7% Special Revenue Funds Referendum: Fire Property Taxes $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Total Referendum: Fire: $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Library Property Taxes $2,257,317 $2,257,317 $2,257,317 $2,674,237 18.5% Other Taxes $2 $2 $0 $0 0% Intergovernmental Revenues $2,018,667 $2,126,211 $2,158,719 $2,065,720 -4.3% Charges for Services $18,473 $43,955 $13,000 $13,000 0% Miscellaneous Revenues $58,751 $113,435 $26,100 $76,100 191.6% Other Financing Sources $125,000 $150,000 $277,128 $75,000 -72.9% Total Library: $4,478,210 $4,690,920 $4,732,264 $4,904,057 3.6% Recycling Intergovernmental Revenues $314,300 $314,665 $315,000 $315,000 0% Charges for Services $1,933,356 $2,326,118 $2,517,283 $2,643,345 5% Miscellaneous Revenues $83,724 $99,497 $80,000 $45,000 -43.7% Total Recycling: $2,331,380 $2,740,280 $2,912,283 $3,003,345 3.1% EMS Charges for Services $0 $3,893,699 $3,014,777 $4,057,000 34.6% Miscellaneous Revenues $0 $0 $0 $15,000 N/A Total EMS: $0 $3,893,699 $3,014,777 $4,072,000 35.1% Municipal Court Property Taxes $210,544 $228,580 $286,341 $301,512 5.3% Fines & Forfeitures $137,550 $157,641 $170,000 $180,000 5.9% Miscellaneous Revenues $5,382 $8,041 $0 $0 0% Total Municipal Court: $353,475 $394,263 $456,341 $481,512 5.5% Cemetery Property Taxes $219,129 $164,313 $0 $64,973 N/A Charges for Services $315,040 $383,056 $700,000 $710,000 1.4% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 44 Miscellaneous Revenues $20,549 $20,467 $0 $0 0% Other Financing Sources $0 $0 $45,191 $0 -100% Total Cemetery: $554,718 $567,836 $745,191 $774,973 4% Neighborhood Enhancement Property Taxes $144,731 $168,450 $220,680 $162,049 -26.6% Other Taxes $80 $76 $0 $0 0% Licenses & Permits $277,269 $197,400 $273,000 $305,000 11.7% Charges for Services $332,313 $234,971 $290,000 $305,000 5.2% Miscellaneous Revenues $20,110 $25,211 $20,000 $0 -100% Other Financing Sources $479,266 $396,713 $657,498 $685,113 4.2% Total Neighborhood Enhancement: $1,253,769 $1,022,820 $1,461,178 $1,457,162 -0.3% Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Charges for Services $2,200,425 $2,609,035 $6,578,400 $6,720,100 2.2% Miscellaneous Revenues $80,759 $152,816 $0 $17,056 N/A Total Sanitary Sewer Maintenance: $2,281,184 $2,761,851 $6,578,400 $6,737,156 2.4% Room Tax Other Taxes $586,878 $779,861 $558,800 $483,200 -13.5% Miscellaneous Revenues $48,033 $62,662 $22,000 $22,000 0% Other Financing Sources $0 $0 $0 $75,000 N/A Total Room Tax: $634,911 $842,524 $580,800 $580,200 -0.1% Total Special Revenue Funds: $11,887,646 $16,914,193 $20,481,234 $23,510,405 14.8% Debt Service Property Taxes $18,600,000 $19,475,474 $20,512,890 $22,881,089 11.5% Other Financing Sources $22,575,897 $719,925 $845,845 $231,175 -72.7% Total Debt Service: $41,175,897 $20,195,399 $21,358,735 $23,112,264 8.2% Capital Project Funds GO Bond Fund Intergovernmental Revenues $0 $397,725 $0 $0 0% Charges for Services $0 $25 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenues $519,045 $428,425 $0 $81,000 N/A Other Financing Sources $14,689,975 $13,015,846 $14,719,596 $16,806,462 14.2% Total GO Bond Fund: $15,209,020 $13,842,021 $14,719,596 $16,887,462 14.7% Equipment Replacement Fund Miscellaneous Revenues $34,789 $69,894 $0 $0 0% Other Financing Sources $3,402,664 $4,195,000 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Total Equipment Replacement Fund: $3,437,453 $4,264,894 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Equip Lease Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 45 Miscellaneous Revenues $437,137 $362,369 $260,000 $230,000 -11.5% Other Financing Sources $153,778 $0 $38,000 $364,000 857.9% Total Equip Lease: $590,915 $362,369 $298,000 $594,000 99.3% Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Intergovernmental Revenues $2,382,074 $2,465,429 $2,470,000 $3,442,000 39.4% Miscellaneous Revenues $556,820 $764,685 $300,000 $300,000 0% Total Intergovernmental RevenueSharing: $2,938,894 $3,230,114 $2,770,000 $3,742,000 35.1% Total Capital Project Funds: $22,176,283 $21,699,397 $21,899,731 $25,117,330 14.7% Enterprise Funds Transit Property Taxes $1,048,500 $1,295,000 $1,400,000 $1,600,000 14.3% Intergovernmental Revenues $9,241,593 $9,454,928 $7,208,319 $7,247,777 0.5% Charges for Services $1,362,522 $1,321,563 $1,438,000 $1,515,000 5.4% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $1,057,418 $1,083,670 $1,100,000 $1,237,000 12.5% Miscellaneous Revenues $108,335 $81,193 $160,000 $160,000 0% Other Financing Sources $241,766 $89,923 $995,000 $1,390,100 39.7% Total Transit: $13,060,132 $13,326,276 $12,301,319 $13,149,877 6.9% Parking System Other Taxes $60 $48 $0 $50 N/A Fines & Forfeitures $75,870 $434 $75,000 $90,000 20% Charges for Services $884,263 $1,133,615 $1,030,000 $1,042,353 1.2% Miscellaneous Revenues $12,300 $4,280 $0 $0 0% Other Financing Sources $0 $0 $258,304 $0 -100% Total Parking System: $972,494 $1,138,376 $1,363,304 $1,132,403 -16.9% Stormwater Utility Other Taxes $0 $0 $0 $0 0% Intergovernmental Revenues $0 $0 $225,000 $0 -100% Charges for Services $7,327,968 $9,545,037 $9,104,506 $10,007,621 9.9% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $2,717 $3,070 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenues $175,916 $207,647 $336,200 $295,720 -12% Other Financing Sources $0 $0 $315,000 $0 -100% Total Stormwater Utility: $7,506,601 $9,755,755 $9,980,706 $10,303,341 3.2% Civic Centre Property Taxes $299,000 $299,000 $299,000 $350,000 17.1% Miscellaneous Revenues $0 $119,698 $0 $0 0% Other Financing Sources $0 $200,000 $100,000 $130,000 30% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 46 Total Civic Centre: $299,000 $618,698 $399,000 $480,000 20.3% Radio Communication Resources Intergovernmental Charges forServices $26,039 $36,569 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenues $51,885 $65,085 $0 $0 0% Total Radio CommunicationResources: $77,924 $101,655 $0 $0 0% Total Enterprise Funds: $21,916,152 $24,940,760 $24,044,329 $25,065,621 4.2% Utility Funds Water Utility Charges for Services $24,578,635 $24,926,629 $22,782,123 $22,782,123 0% Miscellaneous Revenues $793,524 $1,043,899 $722,885 $757,948 4.9% Total Water Utility: $25,372,159 $25,970,528 $23,505,008 $23,540,071 0.1% Wastewater Utility Charges for Services $14,532,443 $14,852,177 $14,249,973 $14,879,134 4.4% Miscellaneous Revenues $2,437,422 $2,670,370 $2,268,593 $2,505,000 10.4% Total Wastewater Utility: $16,969,865 $17,522,547 $16,518,566 $17,384,134 5.2% Total Utility Funds: $42,342,024 $43,493,075 $40,023,574 $40,924,205 2.3% Internal Service Funds Equipment Maintenance Intergovernmental Revenues $23,251 $17,504 $27,000 $27,000 0% Charges for Services $238,863 $202,259 $275,000 $242,318 -11.9% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $4,540,723 $4,636,734 $4,724,000 $4,916,500 4.1% Miscellaneous Revenues $858 $14,304 $500 $500 0% Total Equipment Maintenance: $4,803,694 $4,870,801 $5,026,500 $5,186,318 3.2% Information Systems Charges for Services $33,000 $38,750 $33,000 $38,000 15.2% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $2,858,988 $3,464,937 $4,003,812 $4,174,770 4.3% Miscellaneous Revenues $151,357 $897 $0 $0 0% Other Financing Sources $1,590,459 $2,138,521 $1,803,192 $1,897,068 5.2% Total Information Systems: $4,633,804 $5,643,105 $5,840,004 $6,109,838 4.6% Building Complex Charges for Services $187,597 $212,455 $233,258 $220,159 -5.6% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $3,161,307 $3,436,077 $3,573,579 $3,950,568 10.5% Miscellaneous Revenues $11 $82,426 $3,000 $1,000 -66.7% Total Building Complex: $3,348,915 $3,730,958 $3,809,837 $4,171,727 9.5% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 47 Insurance Intergovernmental Charges forServices $14,779,784 $17,843,414 $19,292,488 $19,500,000 1.1% Miscellaneous Revenues $2,285,113 $2,476,201 $2,060,000 $2,272,349 10.3% Other Financing Sources $0 $0 $781,837 $1,083,310 38.6% Total Insurance: $17,064,898 $20,319,614 $22,134,325 $22,855,659 3.3% Telephone Charges for Services $18,252 $16,257 $0 $0 0% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $93,848 $122,897 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenues $285,979 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Telephone: $398,079 $139,154 $0 $0 0% Total Internal Service Funds: $30,249,390 $34,703,633 $36,810,666 $38,323,542 4.1% Total: $258,757,987 $253,247,806 $259,251,977 $271,335,175 4.7% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 48 FUNDING SOURCES City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 49 Revenues by Source 2026 Budgeted Revenues by Source - All Funds 24.8%24.8%24.8% 23.2%23.2%23.2% 20.4%20.4%20.4% 13.3%13.3%13.3% 13.2%13.2%13.2% 3.4%3.4%3.4% 0.8%0.8%0.8% 0.6%0.6%0.6% 0.3%0.3%0.3% Charges for Services Property Taxes Intergovernmental Revenues Intergovernmental Charges for Services Other Financing Sources Miscellaneous Revenues Licenses & Permits Fines & Forfeitures Other Taxes Revenue Source Property Taxes $56,841,250 $58,148,476 $58,520,890 $62,923,089 7.5% Other Taxes $1,011,980 $1,200,147 $958,800 $903,250 -5.8% Intergovernmental Revenues $48,183,349 $54,032,490 $54,758,863 $55,467,873 1.3% Licenses & Permits $3,000,310 $3,044,410 $2,263,500 $2,238,500 -1.1% Fines & Forfeitures $1,396,844 $1,611,830 $1,387,000 $1,592,000 14.8% Charges for Services $59,820,446 $63,651,413 $64,161,770 $67,156,723 4.7% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $28,450,336 $32,651,292 $34,963,588 $36,099,814 3.2% Miscellaneous Revenues $12,064,644 $13,424,473 $8,959,050 $9,137,614 2% Other Financing Sources $47,988,828 $25,483,276 $33,278,516 $35,816,312 7.6% Total Revenue Source: $258,757,987 $253,247,806 $259,251,977 $271,335,175 4.7% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 50 Summary of Tax Levy by Fund Tax Levy Allocation By Fund Millions CemeteryNeighborhood EnhancementMunicipal CourtCivic CentreReferendum: FireTransitLibraryDebt ServiceGeneral Fund FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $10 $20 $30 $40 $50 $60 $70 General Fund $34,062,029 $34,260,342 $33,544,662 $33,389,229 -0.5% Referendum: Fire $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Library $2,257,317 $2,257,317 $2,257,317 $2,674,237 18.5% Municipal Court $210,544 $228,580 $286,341 $301,512 5.3% Cemetery $219,129 $164,313 $0 $64,973 N/A Neighborhood Enhancement $144,731 $168,450 $220,680 $162,049 -26.6% Debt Service $18,600,000 $19,475,474 $20,512,890 $22,881,089 11.5% Transit $1,048,500 $1,295,000 $1,400,000 $1,600,000 14.3% Civic Centre $299,000 $299,000 $299,000 $350,000 17.1% Total: $56,841,250 $58,148,476 $58,520,890 $62,923,089 7.5% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs. FY2026Adopted (% Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 51 FUNDS City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 52 GENERAL FUND The General Fund is the City's largest operating fund and it includes essential services such asPublic Health, Public Safety, Public Works, Community Development, Parks, Recreational, & Cultural Services, and General Government (Finance, Mayor, City Administration, Attorney's Office, Human Resources, Non-departmental). Expenditures - General Fund $95,281,808$648,100 (0.68% vs. prior year) Expenditures by Department Expenditures Customer Service $329,688 $2,001,321 $2,366,144 $2,856,286 20.7% Administration Department $1,064,495 $1,153,563 $1,037,889 $1,224,335 18% Human Resources $1,012,397 $1,121,877 $1,538,273 $1,684,467 9.5% Attorneys Office $1,673,912 $1,782,360 $1,917,292 $2,034,047 6.1% Finance Department $2,241,042 $1,739,756 $1,882,950 $1,907,573 1.3% Non Departmental $7,983,479 $6,939,994 $2,192,085 $1,971,912 -10% Health $2,892,036 $3,241,694 $3,725,723 $3,437,347 -7.7% Community Safety $0 $0 $0 $380,400 N/A Fire Department $18,324,372 $16,055,492 $17,765,209 $16,681,572 -6.1% Police Department $31,837,134 $32,401,718 $36,573,194 $36,916,294 0.9% Public Works $10,634,536 $11,219,895 $13,423,435 $13,591,175 1.2% Parks, Recreation, Cultural Services $7,618,385 $7,790,596 $8,719,823 $9,079,289 4.1% City Development $2,553,760 $2,830,699 $3,491,691 $3,517,111 0.7% Total Expenditures: $88,165,234 $88,278,965 $94,633,708 $95,281,808 0.7% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 53 Revenues - General Fund $95,281,808$648,100 (0.68% vs. prior year) Revenues by Source Revenue Source Property Taxes $34,062,029 $34,260,342 $33,544,662 $33,389,229 -0.5% Other Taxes $424,960 $420,160 $400,000 $420,000 5% Intergovernmental Revenues $34,203,465 $39,256,028 $42,354,825 $42,370,376 0% Licenses & Permits $2,723,042 $2,847,010 $1,990,500 $1,933,500 -2.9% Fines & Forfeitures $1,183,424 $1,453,755 $1,142,000 $1,322,000 15.8% Charges for Services $5,857,297 $1,911,812 $1,902,450 $1,981,570 4.2% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $1,929,512 $2,023,924 $2,269,709 $2,320,976 2.3% Miscellaneous Revenues $3,896,844 $4,550,970 $2,699,772 $2,358,941 -12.6% Other Financing Sources $4,730,024 $4,577,348 $8,329,790 $9,185,216 10.3% Total Revenue Source: $89,010,596 $91,301,349 $94,633,708 $95,281,808 0.7% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 54 GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES BY DEPARTMENT Public Safety (56.7%)Public Safety (56.7%)Public Safety (56.7%) Public Works (14.3%)Public Works (14.3%)Public Works (14.3%) General Administration (12.3%)General Administration (12.3%)General Administration (12.3%) Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (9.5%)Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (9.5%)Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (9.5%) Community Development (3.7%)Community Development (3.7%)Community Development (3.7%) Health (3.6%)Health (3.6%)Health (3.6%) Expenditures General Administration Customer Service $329,688 $2,001,321 $2,366,144 $2,856,286 Administration Department $1,064,495 $1,153,563 $1,037,889 $1,224,335 Human Resources $1,012,397 $1,121,877 $1,538,273 $1,684,467 Attorney's Office $1,673,912 $1,782,360 $1,917,292 $2,034,047 Finance Department $2,241,042 $1,739,756 $1,882,950 $1,907,573 Non Departmental $7,983,479 $6,939,994 $2,192,085 $1,971,912 Total General Administration: $14,305,013 $14,738,871 $10,934,633 $11,678,620 Health $2,892,036 $3,241,694 $3,725,723 $3,437,347 Total Health: $2,892,036 $3,241,694 $3,725,723 $3,437,347 Public Safety Community Safety $0 $0 $0 $380,400 Fire Department $18,324,372 $16,055,492 $17,765,209 $16,681,572 Police Department $31,837,134 $32,401,718 $36,573,194 $36,916,294 Total Public Safety: $50,161,506 $48,457,210 $54,338,403 $53,978,266 Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 55 Public Works $10,634,536 $11,219,895 $13,423,435 $13,591,175 Total Public Works: $10,634,536 $11,219,895 $13,423,435 $13,591,175 Parks, Recreation, Cultural Services $7,618,385 $7,790,596 $8,719,823 $9,079,289 Total Parks, Recreation, Cultural Services: $7,618,385 $7,790,596 $8,719,823 $9,079,289 City Development $2,553,760 $2,830,699 $3,491,691 $3,517,111 Total City Development: $2,553,760 $2,830,699 $3,491,691 $3,517,111 Total Expenditures: $88,165,234 $88,278,965 $94,633,708 $95,281,808 Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 56 GENERAL FUND REVENUE DETAIL General Fund Revenue Detail by Source 2026 Revenues by Source 44.5%44.5%44.5% 35%35%35% 9.6%9.6%9.6% 2.5%2.5%2.5% 2.4%2.4%2.4% 2.1%2.1%2.1% 2%2%2% 1.4%1.4%1.4% 0.4%0.4%0.4% Intergovernmental Revenues Property Taxes Other Financing Sources Miscellaneous Revenues Intergovernmental Charges for Services Charges for Services Licenses & Permits Fines & Forfeitures Other Taxes Revenue Source Property Taxes Property Taxes 11202-41110 $34,062,029 $34,260,342 $33,544,662 $33,389,229 -0.5% Total Property Taxes: $34,062,029 $34,260,342 $33,544,662 $33,389,229 -0.5% Other Taxes Interest and Penalty-Taxes 11101-41800 $216,726 $0 $0 $0 0% Interest and Penalty-Taxes 11104-41800 $0 $209,965 $200,000 $220,000 10% Sales Tax Discount 11202-41222 $178 $161 $0 $0 0% PILOT-Other 11202-41320 $208,056 $210,035 $200,000 $200,000 0% Total Other Taxes: $424,960 $420,160 $400,000 $420,000 5% Intergovernmental Revenues State Grant-General Gov 11102-43510 $7,443 $0 $0 $0 0% State Shared Revenue 11202-43410 $28,067,739 $32,951,253 $33,723,878 $35,165,205 4.3% Exempt Computer Aids 11202-43430 $1,079,294 $1,079,294 $1,000,000 $1,100,000 10% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 57 Personal Property Aid 11202-43440 $466,499 $466,499 $1,388,147 $1,396,371 0.6% Payment Muni Services 11202-43610 $29,794 $9,282 $29,800 $27,800 -6.7% Fire Dues 13001-43420 $194,027 $209,137 $190,000 $230,000 21.1% Payment Muni Services 13001-43610 $57,785 $58,000 $58,000 $58,000 0% Federal Grant-PD 13101-43211 $9,555 $18,922 $30,000 $30,000 0% Federal Grant-PD SIU 13101-43211-31001 $242,393 $213,231 $200,000 $200,000 0% Federal Grant-PD 13101-43211-31065 $0 $174,818 $0 $0 0% State Shared Revenue 13101-43410-31079 $0 $0 $1,700,000 $0 -100% State Reimbursement-PD 13101-43521 $21,280 $33,840 $35,000 $35,000 0% General Transp Aids 14010-43531 $3,598,483 $3,664,468 $3,700,000 $3,750,000 1.4% State-Other Highway 14010-43533 $429,172 $377,285 $300,000 $378,000 26% Total Intergovernmental Revenues: $34,203,465 $39,256,028 $42,354,825 $42,370,376 0% Licenses & Permits Liquor/Tavern License 11101-44100 $152,165 $375 $0 $0 0% Business License-Other 11101-44110 $45,390 $790 $0 $0 0% Property Registration 11101-44930 $21,453 $0 $0 $0 0% Liquor/Tavern License 11104-44100 $9,885 $120,540 $100,000 $110,000 10% Business License-Other 11104-44110 $7,405 $59,235 $55,000 $55,000 0% Property Registration 11104-44930 $2,410 $23,848 $0 $0 0% Cable Franchise 11202-44900 $543,701 $505,212 $528,000 $460,000 -12.9% Business License-Other 120-44110 $231,061 $230,745 $227,000 $232,000 2.2% Weights and Measures 120-44140 $14,720 -$985 $14,000 $14,000 0% Animal Licenses 120-44200 $60,844 $44,783 $50,000 $40,000 -20% Fire Permits-Other 13001-44330 $26,781 $47,816 $20,000 $25,000 25% Sidewalk/Street Permits 14002-44320 $58,430 $118,022 $80,000 $80,000 0% Permits-Other 14013-44330 $700 $300 $0 $0 0% Other Permits-Area Priveledge 14013-44920 $12,028 $33,432 $15,000 $16,000 6.7% Building Permits 16003-44300 $1,532,384 $1,661,898 $900,000 $900,000 0% Permits-Other 16003-44330 $850 $0 $0 $0 0% Zoning Permits 16003-44400 $2,835 $1,000 $1,500 $1,500 0% Total Licenses & Permits: $2,723,042 $2,847,010 $1,990,500 $1,933,500 -2.9% Fines & Forfeitures Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 58 Muni Court Fines 13101-45110 $286,285 $327,435 $300,000 $300,000 0% County Court Fines 13101-45120 $546 $628 $2,000 $2,000 0% Parking Fines 13101-45130 $865,224 $1,124,558 $800,000 $1,000,000 25% Forfeitures 13101-45210 $0 $0 $20,000 $0 -100% Swst-Judgments/Damages-DPW 14006-45222 $950 $0 $0 $0 0% Judgments/Damages-DPW 14010-45222 $10 $0 $0 $0 0% Judgments/Damages-DPW 14013-45222 $30,409 $1,134 $20,000 $20,000 0% Total Fines & Forfeitures: $1,183,424 $1,453,755 $1,142,000 $1,322,000 15.8% Charges for Services Atty/Court Costs 11004-46110 $2,706 $2,609 $2,500 $2,500 0% Atty Miscellaneous Fees 11004-46120 $3,643 $2,724 $2,500 $3,000 20% Licensing Fees 11101-46100 $18,595 $0 $0 $0 0% Fin Miscellaneous Fees 11101-46120 $6,515 $40,084 $7,000 $18,000 157.1% Tax Search Fee 11101-46160 $52,335 $0 $0 $0 0% Licensing Fees 11104-46100 $3,323 $15,226 $12,000 $18,000 50% Fin Miscellaneous Fees 11104-46120 $921 $13,706 $5,800 $5,000 -13.8% Tax Search Fee 11104-46160 $18,306 $64,279 $65,000 $50,000 -23.1% Property Rentals 11202-46140 $12,791 $13,174 $12,700 $13,000 2.4% Health Services Charges 120-46590 $93,048 $62,480 $114,000 $114,000 0% Fire Inspection Fees 13001-46220 $527,821 $651,085 $600,000 $630,000 5% Ambulance/EMS Fees 13001-46230 $3,715,110 $0 $0 $0 0% Ambulance TRIP 13001-46231 $0 $0 $100 $100 0% Charges-Other PS 13001-46291 $984 $0 $0 $0 0% Charges-PD 13101-46210 $12,206 $11,397 $20,000 $20,000 0% Towing Fees 13101-46290 $91,381 $142,496 $100,000 $125,000 25% Charges-PD 13105-46210 $1,531 $1,650 $1,050 $1,050 0% Plan/Street Fees 14001-46130 $968 $697 $1,000 $300 -70% Property Rentals 14001-46140 $3,286 $3,387 $500 $650 30% Special Event Fees 14001-46150 $7,950 $6,375 $6,000 $7,000 16.7% Miscellaneous Fees 14002-46120 $0 $10 $0 $0 0% Engineering Design Charges 14002-46311 $107,806 $68,426 $65,000 $65,000 0% Solid Waste Disposal Fee 14006-46431 $32,029 $392 $0 $0 0% Highway/Street Charges 14010-46310 $569,000 $425,000 $425,000 $425,000 0% Community Center Revenues 15002-46743 $12,579 $11,163 $11,000 $11,000 0% Charges-Parks 15003-46720 $39,854 $30,370 $36,000 $38,000 5.6% Park and Rec Rental 15003-46753 $78,200 $78,200 $78,200 $82,970 6.1% Miscellaneous Fees 15004-46120 $100 $0 $100 $0 -100% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 59 Youth Activities 15004-46750 $50,366 $52,649 $50,000 $50,000 0% Adult Activities 15004-46751 $100,659 $109,533 $95,000 $95,000 0% Park and Rec Rental 15004-46753 $32,318 $22,065 $20,000 $20,000 0% Boat Launch Charges 15004-46755 $14,564 $16,656 $15,000 $23,500 56.7% Rec-Contract Concessions 15004-46756 $39,356 $38,784 $35,000 $35,000 0% CD-Misc. Fees 16001-46843 $17,085 $21,328 $20,000 $20,000 0% Razing & Removing 16003-46900 $185,656 $0 $100,000 $100,000 0% CD-Misc. Fees 16004-46843 $4,303 $5,868 $2,000 $8,500 325% Total Charges for Services: $5,857,297 $1,911,812 $1,902,450 $1,981,570 4.2% Intergovernmental Charges forServices Other Services to Local Govmt 11202-47390 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 0% Storm Water Services 11202-47400 $15,000 $15,000 $20,000 $50,000 150% Transit Services 11202-47401 $150,000 $150,000 $165,000 $170,000 3% Parking System Services 11202-47402 $14,500 $17,000 $17,000 $23,000 35.3% Radio Communication Services 11202-47403 $2,500 $2,500 $2,500 $0 -100% Water/Wastewater Services 11202-47404 $198,456 $204,384 $208,000 $210,000 1% Intergov Charges-Fire 13001-47323 $47,861 $48,819 $46,000 $49,800 8.3% Bridge Washing 13001-47406 $6,500 $6,500 $6,500 $9,000 38.5% City Department Services 13001-47491 $0 $0 $21,930 $27,500 25.4% Intergov Charges-PD 13101-47321-30015 $0 $49,385 $0 $0 0% Intergov Charges-PD-Unified 13101-47321-31041 $79,077 $81,836 $65,000 $80,000 23.1% Storm Water Services 14006-47400 $276,193 $434,000 $480,000 $489,752 2% Interdep Equipment Rental 14006-47405 $480,000 $480,000 $550,000 $550,000 0% Intergov Charges-Streets 14010-47331 -$93,722 $0 $0 $0 0% Parking System Services 14010-47402 $0 $0 $120,000 $120,000 0% Interdep Equipment Rental 14010-47405 $403,834 $294,000 $352,779 $361,924 2.6% Intergov Charges-Streets 14012-47331 $199,313 $90,501 $65,000 $30,000 -53.8% Total Intergovernmental Chargesfor Services: $1,929,512 $2,023,924 $2,269,709 $2,320,976 2.3% Miscellaneous Revenues Miscellaneous Revenue 11002-48900 $13 $0 $0 $0 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 60 Miscellaneous Revenue 11101-48900 $86,660 $86,318 $88,000 $85,000 -3.4% Loss Recoveries 11201-48420 $17,414 $1,600 $0 $0 0% Interest Income 11202-48100 $3,394,561 $4,370,680 $2,500,000 $2,138,714 -14.5% Insurance recoveries 11202-48400 $16 $0 $0 $0 0% Employee Contributions 11202-48510 $335 $113 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenue 11202-48900 $295,703 $64,703 $60,000 $62,000 3.3% Miscellaneous Revenue 13001-48900 $19,765 $0 $500 $500 0% Part Sales 13001-48920 $0 $0 $7,500 $25,000 233.3% Loss Recoveries 13101-48420 $27,848 $0 $4,000 $4,000 0% Donations/Contributions 13101-48500 $0 $2,500 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenue 13101-48900 $4,717 $677 $300 $300 0% Over/Short 13101-48910 $133 $0 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenue 14001-48900 $2,329 $325 $0 $0 0% Rent 14006-48200 $11,500 $15,000 $34,472 $38,427 11.5% Sale of Property-Solid Waste 14006-48305 $4,560 $8,270 $5,000 $5,000 0% Insurance Recovery-Streets 14010-48430 $28,764 $784 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenue 15001-48900 $2,528 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Miscellaneous Revenues: $3,896,844 $4,550,970 $2,699,772 $2,358,941 -12.6% Other Financing Sources PILOT-Water 11202-41310 $3,114,243 $3,002,119 $3,000,000 $3,000,000 0% Water Revenues 11202-49201 $293,850 $317,700 $330,000 $330,000 0% Wastewater Revenue 11202-49202 $1,162,297 $1,081,031 $1,078,726 $1,070,668 -0.7% Fund Balance Applied 11202-49300 $0 $0 $400,391 $3,525,000 780.4% Wage Provision Reserve Applied 11202-49330 $0 $0 $3,302,893 $1,000,000 -69.7% Transfer from Special Revenue 16004-49220 $130,354 $152,577 $195,509 $236,678 21.1% Transfer from Special Revenue 16005-49220 $29,280 $23,920 $22,271 $22,870 2.7% Total Other Financing Sources: $4,730,024 $4,577,348 $8,329,790 $9,185,216 10.3% Total Revenue Source: $89,010,596 $91,301,349 $94,633,708 $95,281,808 0.7% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 61 CITY ADMINISTRATION James Sullivan City Administrator MISSION STATEMENT City Administration is dedicated to making Racine the Community of Choice in Wisconsin by focusing on equity, sustainability, and Smart City innovation. These efforts work together to improve the quality of life for all of our residents. FUNCTION The City Administration budget includes both the Mayor's Office and the Common Council.  Administration works internally with City departments as well as external stakeholders to set strategic goals and prioritize initiatives that align with the mission of making Racine a more sustainable, smart, equitable, and inclusive community. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 62 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Lead Service Line Removal – A Healthier Future for Racine In 2026, the City of Racine will focus on replacing 20% of lead service lines as part of our long-termcommitment to protect public health and ensure safe drinking water for every household. The Mayor’s Officewill support the Water Utility by increasing public awareness, educating residents on the health risks of leadexposure, and ensuring clear communication about replacement schedules, funding opportunities, andprogram requirements. Through partnerships with state and federal agencies, Racine will continue to removelead service lines to ensure a safer, lead-free Racine. Goal Statement #2Celebrating America’s Semiquincentennial – 250 Years of Freedom and Community In 2026, Racine will join the nation in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary—a milestone honoring ourfreedom, history, and shared values. Our goal is to host a series of meaningful events that bring neighborstogether, celebrate our diversity, and strengthen the sense of community pride across the city. These efforts willinclude initiatives such as displaying flags on light posts, planting 250 new trees, and finding small butimpactful ways to foster unity and celebrate our differences. This celebration will recognize not only our nation’sfounding but also the blessings of our liberties. Goal Statement #3Clean Sweep – Stronger Neighborhoods, One Block at a Time Racine will host three Clean Sweep events in 2026 to beautify and strengthen our neighborhoods. These eventswill remove debris, improve public spaces, and encourage community pride through collaborative effortsbetween residents, volunteers, and city departments. As part of this initiative, the City will also provide grants tohomeowners to help stabilize diminishing neighborhoods, ensuring that Clean Sweep efforts have a lastingimpact on both public spaces and private properties. Clean Sweeps are a critical investment in public safety,quality of life, and the shared spaces we call home. Goal Statement #4Data-Driven Decision Making – Governing with Insight Racine will approach decisions in government with data at the forefront, ensuring transparency, accountability,and effectiveness. By enhancing our data collection processes and building tools for better analysis, the City willtransform raw information into actionable insights. This will be accomplished by ensuring each department isconsistently capturing measurable data on day-to-day interactions with residents and showcasing the City’sability to assist the community. Additionally, each department will have the capacity to provide real-time, data-driven dashboards offering up-to-the-minute insights into service delivery, performance trends, andcommunity impact. This approach will guide policy, improve services, and help the community see measurableresults from city initiatives. Goal Statement #5MARK Rail Project Apply for Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Corridor Identification and Development (Corridor ID) Programfunding to advance the planning and development of the MARK intercity passenger rail project, positioningthe corridor for future federal investment and implementation. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 63 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - City Administration 2026 Expenditure Summary Salary & Fringes (54.7%)Salary & Fringes (54.7%)Salary & Fringes (54.7%) Interdepartmental Expenses (28.2%)Interdepartmental Expenses (28.2%)Interdepartmental Expenses (28.2%) Operating Expenditures (17.1%)Operating Expenditures (17.1%)Operating Expenditures (17.1%) Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $714,455 $792,172 $633,587 $669,475 5.7% Operating Expenditures $88,288 $70,208 $100,100 $209,408 109.2% Interdepartmental Expenses $261,752 $291,183 $304,202 $345,452 13.6% Total Expense Objects: $1,064,495 $1,153,563 $1,037,889 $1,224,335 18% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 64 Department Detail Expenditures-City Administration Expenditures Administration Department City Council Salary & Fringes Cncl-Part Time Salaries 11001-50200 $103,498 $104,984 $103,500 $103,500 0% Cncl-Overtime 11001-50300 $0 $0 $0 $15,000 N/A Cncl-FICA 11001-51010 $7,917 $8,031 $7,920 $7,920 0% Cncl-WRS 11001-51100 $1,408 $1,620 $1,437 $497 -65.4% Cncl-Mileage 11001-51810 $770 $131 $0 $0 0% Total Salary & Fringes: $113,593 $114,767 $112,857 $126,917 12.5% Operating Expenditures Cncl-Contracted Services 11001-52200 $3,832 $6,684 $10,000 $65,000 550% Cncl-Advertising 11001-52315 $9,347 $6,827 $10,000 $30,000 200% Cncl-Office Supplies 11001-53100 $483 $1,540 $700 $20,000 2,757.1% Cncl-Work Supplies 11001-53200 $4,929 $3,246 $5,000 $0 -100% Cncl-Meeting Expenses 11001-53275 $0 $0 $1,000 $3,000 200% External CommunicationService 11001-53360 $0 $0 $0 $5,500 N/A Cncl-Educ/Training/Conferences 11001-53800 $1,740 $1,420 $5,000 $5,000 0% Cncl-Travel 11001-53810 $2,488 $5,800 $3,000 $6,000 100% Total Operating Expenditures: $22,819 $25,517 $34,700 $134,500 287.6% Interdepartmental Expenses Cncl-I/S Building Occupancy 11001-55100 $112,127 $116,491 $121,037 $135,637 12.1% Cncl-I/S City Telephone System11001-55200 $183 $301 $0 $0 0% Cncl-I/S Information Systems 11001-55400 $61,078 $70,676 $69,055 $78,070 13.1% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $173,388 $187,468 $190,092 $213,707 12.4% Total City Council: $309,800 $327,752 $337,649 $475,124 40.7% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 65 Mayor's Office Salary & Fringes Admn-Salaries 11002-50100 $416,654 $450,921 $323,107 $336,773 4.2% Admn-Part Time Salaries 11002-50200 $22,892 $20,012 $37,269 $38,197 2.5% Admn-Overtime 11002-50300 $0 $149 $0 $0 0% Residency 11002-50400 $5,211 $3,350 $2,744 $3,401 23.9% Admn-FICA 11002-51010 $33,134 $35,057 $27,912 $29,335 5.1% Admn-WRS 11002-51100 $28,646 $30,684 $22,724 $24,452 7.6% Admn-Health Care 11002-51200 $88,272 $128,761 $101,274 $104,400 3.1% Admn-Mileage 11002-51810 $6,054 $8,471 $5,700 $6,000 5.3% Total Salary & Fringes: $600,862 $677,405 $520,730 $542,558 4.2% Operating Expenditures Admn-Professional Services 11002-52100 $31 $0 $1,000 $1,000 0% Admn-Contracted Services 11002-52200 $668 $1,221 $0 $0 0% Admn-SpecialPrograms/Events 11002-52350 $8,771 $5,639 $10,000 $5,000 -50% Admn-Office Supplies 11002-53100 $2,182 $2,072 $2,500 $4,000 60% Admn-Postage & Shipping 11002-53110 $453 $157 $500 $800 60% Admn-Publications & Subscrip11002-53115 $1,269 $1,260 $1,500 $2,500 66.7% Admn-Copying & Printing 11002-53160 $4,117 $2,953 $2,400 $3,400 41.7% Admn-Work Supplies 11002-53200 $3,337 $1,431 $2,500 $2,500 0% Admn-Memberships 11002-53265 $25,309 $11,903 $25,500 $27,896 9.4% Admn-Meeting Expenses 11002-53275 $1,995 $3,551 $3,000 $5,000 66.7% Admn-External Comm Services11002-53360 $5,565 $4,337 $5,500 $1,962 -64.3% Admn-Educ/Training/Conferences 11002-53800 $3,585 $1,021 $3,000 $5,850 95% Admn-Travel 11002-53810 $8,186 $9,144 $8,000 $15,000 87.5% Total Operating Expenditures: $65,469 $44,691 $65,400 $74,908 14.5% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 66 Interdepartmental Expenses Admn-I/S Building Occupancy 11002-55100 $17,472 $18,152 $28,634 $38,429 34.2% Admn-I/S City TelephoneSystem 11002-55200 $915 $1,506 $0 $0 0% Admn-I/S Information Systems11002-55400 $69,977 $84,057 $85,476 $93,316 9.2% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $88,364 $103,715 $114,110 $131,745 15.5% Total Mayor's Office: $754,695 $825,811 $700,240 $749,211 7% Total Administration Department: $1,064,495 $1,153,563 $1,037,889 $1,224,335 18% Total Expenditures: $1,064,495 $1,153,563 $1,037,889 $1,224,335 18% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 67 HUMAN RESOURCES La'Neka Horton Human Resources Director MISSION STATEMENT Through strategic partnerships and collaboration, the Human Resources Department recruits, develops and retains ahigh performing and diverse workforce while delivering quality customer service to employees, retirees, departments and the public to position the City of Racine as an employer of choice. FUNCTION We are responsible for personnel services, policies, and overall employee relations for the City of Racine. We are dedicated to providing quality services to current city employees, retirees as well as to individuals seeking employment with the City. Our staff of professionals administers a variety of programs and activities that include: * Recruiting and Hiring * Employee Compensation and Benefits * Equal Employment Opportunity * Labor Relations/Employee Relations * Diversity, Equity and Inclusion * Training and Development * Safety and Employee Services SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Implemented strategic and innovative approaches to educate internal and external stakeholders on recruitment and workforce development opportunities. 2. Revised Human Resources hiring policies and procedures to remove barriers and promote equitable access. 3. Strengthened recruitment data collection and analysis to inform inclusive hiring practices and increase residency. . 4. Secured the Wisconsin Fast Forward grant funding for workforce development programs and training initiatives. 5. 31+ full-time and part-time hires of previous Youth Employment Program participants in various departments. We have hired 6 Youth Employment Program participants this year, including 2 that were hired with Festival Hall. 6. Revised Human Resources hiring procedures to remove bias through anonymization, job descriptions and promote equitable access to all. 7. Developed and implemented culturally relevant, interactive activities to celebrate diverse holidays. 8. Completed Workplace Investigations training for all supervisors and managers. 9. Completed FMLA/ADA training for all supervisors and managers. 10. Completed Anti-Harassment/Retaliation training for all Transit employees. 11. Completed the second year of the Employee Appreciation program. 12. Completed a Retiree benefits audit. 13. Implemented a training course for all members invited to be Interview Panelists. 14. 16 Financial Wellness sessions offered by the Financial Empowerment Coordinator with an estimated 140 employee attendees. 15. 25 fitness classes offered to encourage physical activity to support employee health, with 52 participants. 16. 5 Lunch and learn sessions offered by our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) administrator, to support mental health, work-life balance and personal growth. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. To establish a successful partnership with City of Racine Departments, WRTP Big Step, and Gateway Technical College to launch a CDL Training program which is part of the Wisconsin Fast Forward grant awarded to the City’s Workforce Development Division. 2. In partnership with the Wisconsin Fast Forward grant relaunch and enhance the Fire Cadet Program with a focusaddressing systemic barriers for underrepresented groups-including successfully obtaining EMT, Paramedic, Fire 1 and CPAT certifications. 3. Implement data-driven processes and procedures to optimize recruitment and hiring outcomes. 4. Expand innovative and strategic recruitment methods to strengthen local talent pipelines through the Youth employment program and Wisconsin Fast Forward grant participants. 5. Develop and implement succession planning strategies to prepare and promote internal talent. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 68 6. Establish a Recruiter position and implement a comprehensive strategic recruitment plan. 7. Secure additional funding to expand the Youth Employment Program. 8. Implement a bi-annual online evaluation process for employees. 9. Implement a stay survey program to improve employee retention. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 1. Establish a Recruiter position and implement a comprehensive strategic recruitment plan to increase representation of city residence in city positions. 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Improve Workplace Culture In order to create a workplace more reflective of the community it serves, the Human Resources departmentwill achieve a 10% increase in the representation of city residence in city positions within the next year. TheHuman Resources department will also incorporate innovative strategies that promote current city residencyincentives. Goal Statement #2Advance Employee Development To advance employee development and strengthen their skills and knowledge, the Human Resourcesdepartment will have 50% of employees to participate in at least one professional development opportunitywith the next year. Goal Statement #3Improve employee Engagement To increase the utilization of the Racine Employee Health and Wellness Center by 3%, the Human Resources Departmentwill continue its efforts in providing education and awareness of this resource that is available to eligible employees. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 69 Expenditure by Appropriation Unit - Human Resources Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Human Resources Millions Interdepartmental ExpensesOperating ExpendituresSalary & Fringes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $0.5 $1 $1.5 $2 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $724,104 $851,295 $1,010,561 $1,213,770 20.1% Operating Expenditures $221,258 $182,349 $433,450 $355,450 -18% Interdepartmental Expenses $67,035 $88,234 $94,262 $115,247 22.3% Total Expense Objects: $1,012,397 $1,121,877 $1,538,273 $1,684,467 9.5% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 70 Department Detail Expenditures - Human Resources Expenditures Human Resources Salary & Fringes Hr-Salaries 11003-50100 $505,004 $564,429 $572,718 $686,724 19.9% Hr-Part Time Salaries 11003-50200 $19,035 $11,931 $10,083 $122,360 1,113.5% Hr-Overtime 11003-50300 $0 $105 $0 $0 0% Residency 11003-50400 $4,250 $4,412 $5,880 $5,619 -4.4% Hr-FICA 11003-51010 $38,565 $42,592 $45,035 $54,602 21.2% Hr-WRS 11003-51100 $34,627 $39,648 $40,213 $49,665 23.5% Hr-Health Care 11003-51200 $115,830 $167,389 $215,632 $208,800 -3.2% Hr-Mileage 11003-51810 $689 $84 $1,000 $1,000 0% Hr-Employee Reimbursement 11003-51830 $6,105 $20,706 $120,000 $85,000 -29.2% Total Salary & Fringes: $724,104 $851,295 $1,010,561 $1,213,770 20.1% Operating Expenditures Hr-Professional Services 11003-52100 $119,151 $98,260 $313,000 $200,000 -36.1% Hr-Contracted Services 11003-52200 $647 $749 $800 $800 0% Hr-Property/Equipment Rental 11003-52210 $2,127 $1,261 $3,000 $3,000 0% Hr-Advertising 11003-52315 $8,161 $22,691 $30,000 $30,000 0% Hr-Special Programs/Events 11003-52350 $14,692 $14,251 $15,000 $25,000 66.7% Hr-Testing/Physicals 11003-52370 $39,598 $25,007 $25,000 $40,000 60% Hr-Office Supplies 11003-53100 $3,856 $3,036 $5,000 $3,500 -30% Hr-Postage & Shipping 11003-53110 $3,003 $1,635 $2,000 $3,000 50% Hr-Publications & Subscrip 11003-53115 $2,855 $2,434 $2,500 $2,500 0% Hr-Copying & Printing 11003-53160 $4,197 $2,356 $4,000 $5,500 37.5% Hr-Work Supplies 11003-53200 $0 $0 $0 $13,500 N/A Hr-Memberships 11003-53265 $841 $1,628 $2,500 $2,500 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 71 Hr-Meeting Expenses 11003-53275 $670 $962 $1,000 $2,000 100% Hr-External Comm Services 11003-53360 $5,528 $4,912 $7,000 $5,500 -21.4% Hr-Educ/Training/Conferences 11003-53800 $9,984 $2,899 $11,000 $11,000 0% Hr-Travel 11003-53810 $5,949 $268 $11,500 $7,500 -34.8% Hr-Equip Repairs & Mainten 11003-54200 $0 $0 $150 $150 0% Total Operating Expenditures: $221,258 $182,349 $433,450 $355,450 -18% Interdepartmental Expenses Hr-I/S Building Occupancy 11003-55100 $0 $0 $0 $15,347 N/A Hr-I/S City Telephone System 11003-55200 $1,647 $2,710 $0 $0 0% Hr-I/S Information Systems 11003-55400 $65,388 $85,524 $94,262 $99,900 6% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $67,035 $88,234 $94,262 $115,247 22.3% Total Human Resources: $1,012,397 $1,121,877 $1,538,273 $1,684,467 9.5% Total Expenditures: $1,012,397 $1,121,877 $1,538,273 $1,684,467 9.5% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 72 DEPARTMENT OF CUSTOMER SERVICE Tara McMenamin Clerk/Director of Customer Service MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Department of Customer Service is to provide exceptional customer service to city residents though transparency and accuracy in all fields of service including taxes, elections, legislative processes, permits, licensing and general resident inquiries. FUNCTION The Department of Customer Service includes all duties and activities associated with legislative functions, licensing, permitting, election processes, and centralized customer service inquiries. The Department isresponsible for a broad range of duties, serving as the official custodian of records and overseeing the City’s primary cash collection operations. The Department of Customer Service is responsible for tax roll preparation/collection, the issuance of various licenses and permits, is the intake for city applications, provides a one-stop resident point of contact, conducts all City elections, and is the gatekeeper of the legislative process. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED Launched 15 New Online Permits via the Polimorphic PortalStreamlined resident access to city services by implementing 15 digital permits, improving transparency, convenience, and operational efficiency through the Polimorphic platform. Coordinated and Executed Clean Sweep Neighborhood Revitalization Events Completed the City’s first Clean Sweep initiative—a collaborative, multi-departmental effort focused on neighborhood beautification and blight reduction. Planning is underway for the second event, scheduled for October.Expanded Spanish Resources and Language Access Organized and delivered structured Spanish language classes for City Hall employees, with two groups completing three sessions each. This initiative supports the City’s commitment to inclusive and culturally responsive service delivery. Implemented a Legislative Process in Alignment with Council Adoption Successfully transitioned to a revised legislative process approved by the Common Council. Developing a Bilingual City Services Satellite Office at the Cesar Chavez Community Center(ETA:Fall 2025) Leading planning and coordination to establish a dedicated satellite office offering bilingual support, enhancing equitable access to city services for Spanish-speaking residents. Invested in Professional Development — Over 400 Staff Training Hours City staff collectively completed more than 400 hours of professional training, reinforcing a culture of continuous improvement and service excellence.Collected $337,115,861 in City Revenue (Aug. 1, 2024 – Aug. 1, 2025) 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Consolidate water/wastewater billing, payments, and customer support into the Department of Customer Service to deliver a single, consistent one-stop experience across in-person, phone, and online channels. Centralize billing inquiries, payment processing, and bill intake. Standardize scripts and forms; publish bilingual (EN/ES) materials. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 73 2. Increase voter registration and early voting participation through proactive outreach, strategic event planning, and equitable access to early voting opportunities—ensuring all residents have the resources and opportunity to participate in every election. Host at least two annual voter registration events in high-impact locations (e.g., schools, libraries, community centers). Secure a minimum of 15 early voting locations perelection. Leverage the Mobile Election Unit to remove geographic and accessibility barriers. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 The election budget will require an increase to accommodate four scheduled elections, doubling the number budgeted in 2025. The integration of water and wastewater services into the department will also result in higher operational costs, including additional work supplies and staff training.The Communication Director position was moved to the Department of Customer Service during last year’s budget process, its salary is now included in this department’s budget. In addition, the Marketing position previously under Parks has been transferred to the Department of Customer Service. Programmatically, the department will continue its transition to the Polimorphic platform—expanding online licensing, payment processing, and workflow automation. This move is part of a broader effort to phase out outdated software systems and create a more streamlined, efficient service model for both staff and residents. 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Integration of Water/Wastewater Services into the Department of Customer Service This consolidation will create a one-stop location for residents to manage water billing, payments, and generalinquiries alongside other city services. By streamlining processes and centralizing support, we aim to providemore responsive and consistent service to our community. Goal Statement #2Expand Access and Engagement in Elections Increase voter registration and turnout by holding at least two targeted voter registration events andexpanding early voting access by securing a minimum of 15 early voting locations for each election cycle City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 74 Expenditure by Appropriation Unit - Department of Customer Service 2026 Expenditure Summary Salary & Fringes (58.8%)Salary & Fringes (58.8%)Salary & Fringes (58.8%) Operating Expenditures (32.2%)Operating Expenditures (32.2%)Operating Expenditures (32.2%) Interdepartmental Expenses (9%)Interdepartmental Expenses (9%)Interdepartmental Expenses (9%) Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $71,051 $1,355,287 $1,564,058 $1,680,392 7.4% Operating Expenditures $258,637 $646,034 $637,600 $920,100 44.3% Interdepartmental Expenses $0 $0 $164,486 $255,794 55.5% Total Expense Objects: $329,688 $2,001,321 $2,366,144 $2,856,286 20.7% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 75 Department Detail Expenditures - Department of Customer Service Expenditures Customer Service Elections Salary & Fringes Vote-Salaries 11102-50100 $19,471 $68,068 $0 $0 0% Vote-Part Time Salaries 11102-50200 $31,910 $67,414 $116,563 $104,732 -10.1% Vote-Overtime 11102-50300 $10,614 $50,120 $30,000 $30,000 0% Vote-FICA 11102-51010 $4,656 $13,836 $3,180 $8,013 152% Vote-WRS 11102-51100 $2,929 $9,830 $1,494 $3,127 109.3% Vote-Mileage 11102-51810 $1,471 $5,350 $4,000 $5,000 25% Total Salary & Fringes: $71,051 $214,618 $155,237 $150,872 -2.8% Operating Expenditures Vote-Professional Services 11102-52100 $0 $13,070 $35,000 $35,000 0% Vote-Contracted Services 11102-52200 $87,387 $310,784 $128,000 $250,000 95.3% Vote-Property/EquipmentRental 11102-52210 $3,567 $14,900 $15,000 $20,000 33.3% Vote-Advertising 11102-52315 $14,713 $20,101 $15,000 $50,000 233.3% Vote-Office Supplies 11102-53100 -$77 $15,314 $10,000 $15,000 50% Vote-Postage & Shipping 11102-53110 $64,031 $47,399 $75,000 $150,000 100% Vote-Copying & Printing 11102-53160 $0 $9,888 $35,000 $30,000 -14.3% Vote-Work Supplies 11102-53200 $4,972 $9,973 $35,000 $55,000 57.1% Vote-Meeting Expenses 11102-53275 $0 $17 $2,000 $4,000 100% Vote-Educ/Training/Conferences 11102-53800 $716 $0 $2,000 $5,000 150% Vote-Travel 11102-53810 $0 $0 $2,000 $2,000 0% Vote-Equip Repairs & Mainten 11102-54200 $83,193 $42,405 $40,000 $48,000 20% Total Operating Expenditures: $258,503 $483,851 $394,000 $664,000 68.5% Total Elections: $329,554 $698,469 $549,237 $814,872 48.4% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 76 Clerk/Treasurer Salary & Fringes Clerk Salaries 11104-50100 $0 $707,697 $856,880 $983,634 14.8% Clerk Part Time Salaries 11104-50200 $0 $13,160 $0 $19,764 N/A Clerk Overtime 11104-50300 $0 $4,643 $0 $10,000 N/A Clerk Residency 11104-50400 $0 $9,721 $9,390 $18,049 92.2% Clerk FICA 11104-51010 $0 $52,412 $66,268 $77,449 16.9% Clerk WRS 11104-51100 $0 $49,010 $60,161 $72,124 19.9% Clerk Health Care 11104-51200 $0 $304,026 $415,822 $348,000 -16.3% Clerk Mileage 11104-51810 $0 $0 $300 $500 66.7% Total Salary & Fringes: $0 $1,140,669 $1,408,821 $1,529,520 8.6% Operating Expenditures Clerk Professional Services 11104-52100 $0 $20,203 $20,000 $25,000 25% Clerk Contracted Services 11104-52200 $0 $61,635 $105,000 $68,000 -35.2% Clerk-Property/EquipmentRent 11104-52210 $0 $4,428 $0 $7,000 N/A Clerk-Outside Help 11104-52310 $0 $0 $2,000 $0 -100% Clerk-Advertising 11104-52315 $0 $6,121 $50,000 $60,000 20% Clerk-Special Programs/Events11104-52350 $0 $0 $1,500 $1,500 0% Clerk-Office Supplies 11104-53100 $0 $2,268 $10,000 $10,000 0% Clerk-Postage & Shipping 11104-53110 $0 $26,890 $25,000 $35,000 40% Clerk-Publications & Subscrip 11104-53115 $0 $0 $1,000 $2,500 150% Clerk-Copying & Printing 11104-53160 $0 $345 $600 $600 0% Clerk-Work Supplies 11104-53200 $134 $37,808 $20,000 $30,000 50% Clerk-Memberships 11104-53265 $0 $794 $1,000 $2,500 150% Clerk-Meeting Expenses 11104-53275 $0 $82 $1,000 $1,000 0% Clerk-Educ/Training/Conference 11104-53800 $0 $1,609 $5,000 $10,000 100% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 77 Clerk-Travel 11104-53810 $0 $0 $1,500 $3,000 100% Total Operating Expenditures: $134 $162,183 $243,600 $256,100 5.1% Interdepartmental Expenses Clerk-I/S Building Occupancy 11104-55100 $0 $0 $70,224 $78,694 12.1% Clerk-I/S Information Systems 11104-55400 $0 $0 $94,262 $177,100 87.9% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $0 $0 $164,486 $255,794 55.5% Total Clerk/Treasurer: $134 $1,302,852 $1,816,907 $2,041,414 12.4% Total Customer Service: $329,688 $2,001,321 $2,366,144 $2,856,286 20.7% Total Expenditures: $329,688 $2,001,321 $2,366,144 $2,856,286 20.7% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 78 CITY ATTORNEY Scott Letteney City Attorney MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Office of the City of Racine City Attorney is to serve as attorney for and counselor to the City ofRacine government, its duty being to assure that the City complies with all laws and uses the law to advance the mission and vision of the City. The Office of the City Attorney will provide professional legal services and representation of the highest quality to the City of Racine government. FUNCTION The City Attorney is charged, by Wisconsin Statute, with the conduct of all the law business in which the city is interested. The client of the City Attorney's Office is the City of Racine as a corporate body, and not any individual official or employee. The City Attorney's Office performs, or manages, all the legal functions for the City. This includes such activities as providing legal advice to City officials in all departments, commissions, boards, and authorities, issuing written legal opinions, drafting ordinances and other instruments as may be required by City officers, litigation of civil law suits for and against the City and its officers and employees, collection of claims and delinquencies, response to Wisconsin Public Records Law requests mandating the attention of the City Attorney’s Office, and prosecution of violations of City law. The City Attorney's Office serves the members of the general public in a manner that does not conflict with its duty to the City of Racine government or conflict with the best interests of the City of Racine as an entity. The City Attorney's Office does not provide legal advice to any person regarding private legal matters. The City Attorney's Office treats all persons in a dignified and respectful manner without discrimination and without regard to economic or political status. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED In 2025, the City Attorney’s Office conducted a thorough review of the City of Racine Code of Ordinances to assure full compliance with changes to state law—including statutory references—that have occurred over the past several years. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVE 1. Developing and implementing at least three standardized legal workflows for addressing neglected andabandoned properties. 2. Drafting and presenting an ordinance to establish City Attorney’s Office real property receivership authority for Common Council consideration. 3. Reducing the average legal processing time for code enforcement actions, from a defendant’s appearance at a pre-trial conference to final judgment, by 10% compared to 2025 levels. 4. Attending one Racine Police Department roll-call per shift to address and educate police officers regarding code enforcement issues. 5. Conducting at least four other in-person small-group training sessions with City departments on recurring legal and procedural requirements. 6. Publishing or updating at least six Frequently Asked Questions on the City Attorney’s Office CORI page to provide ongoing departmental guidance. 7. Whenever a new or amended ordinance is passed, issuing a memorandum to departments involved in enforcement or implementation of such new ordinance, within 30 days following posting and publication of such new or amended ordinance by the City Clerk. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 None. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 79 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Blight Elimination and Code Enforcement By the end of 2026, the City Attorney’s Office will strengthen the City’s blight elimination efforts. Goal Statement #2Training and Compliance Support for City Departments In 2026, the City Attorney’s Office will enhance Citywide compliance and efficiency. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 80 Expenditure by Appropriation Unit - City Attorney Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - City Attorney Millions Interdepartmental ExpensesOperating ExpendituresSalary & Fringes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $0.5 $1 $1.5 $2 $2.5 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $999,250 $1,093,111 $1,315,096 $1,422,397 8.2% Operating Expenditures $560,347 $552,116 $475,500 $490,750 3.2% Interdepartmental Expenses $114,315 $137,133 $126,696 $120,900 -4.6% Total Expense Objects: $1,673,912 $1,782,360 $1,917,292 $2,034,047 6.1% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 81 Department Detail Expenditures - City Attorney Expenditures Attorneys Office Salary & Fringes Atty-Salaries 11004-50100 $744,261 $773,012 $872,202 $935,431 7.2% Atty-Part Time Salaries 11004-50200 $47,888 $46,255 $46,614 $57,148 22.6% Atty-Overtime 11004-50300 $0 $112 $0 $0 0% Residency 11004-50400 $0 $2,250 $3,654 $3,910 7% Atty-FICA 11004-51010 $58,438 $60,738 $70,523 $75,805 7.5% Atty-WRS 11004-51100 $52,075 $55,784 $62,812 $70,966 13% Atty-Health Care 11004-51200 $95,908 $154,513 $258,291 $278,137 7.7% Atty-Mileage 11004-51810 $680 $446 $1,000 $1,000 0% Total Salary & Fringes: $999,250 $1,093,111 $1,315,096 $1,422,397 8.2% Operating Expenditures Atty-Professional Services 11004-52100 $483,710 $446,238 $400,000 $400,000 0% Atty-Contracted Services 11004-52200 $11,032 $42,384 $10,000 $5,000 -50% Atty-Property/EquipmentRental 11004-52210 $4,847 $6,049 $6,650 $6,650 0% Atty-Office Supplies 11004-53100 $4,048 $4,003 $4,500 $4,500 0% Atty-Postage & Shipping 11004-53110 $891 $2,857 $1,250 $2,500 100% Atty-Publications & Subscrip 11004-53115 $27,543 $25,835 $27,000 $36,000 33.3% Atty-Copying & Printing 11004-53160 $1,922 $1,534 $1,600 $1,600 0% Atty-Work Supplies 11004-53200 $1,109 $0 $0 $0 0% Atty-Licenses Permits & Fees 11004-53255 $2,859 $1,409 $2,500 $7,500 200% Atty-Memberships 11004-53265 $6,524 $5,688 $6,000 $8,500 41.7% Atty-External Comm Services 11004-53360 $5,062 $3,362 $4,000 $4,000 0% Atty-Educ/Training/Conferences 11004-53800 $4,776 $5,465 $6,000 $6,000 0% Atty-Travel 11004-53810 $6,025 $7,291 $6,000 $8,500 41.7% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 82 Total Operating Expenditures: $560,347 $552,116 $475,500 $490,750 3.2% Interdepartmental Expenses Atty-I/S Building Occupancy 11004-55100 $47,646 $49,501 $32,434 $21,000 -35.3% Atty-I/S City Telephone System11004-55200 $1,281 $2,108 $0 $0 0% Atty-I/S Information Systems 11004-55400 $65,388 $85,524 $94,262 $99,900 6% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $114,315 $137,133 $126,696 $120,900 -4.6% Total Attorneys Office: $1,673,912 $1,782,360 $1,917,292 $2,034,047 6.1% Total Expenditures: $1,673,912 $1,782,360 $1,917,292 $2,034,047 6.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 83 FINANCE Kathleen Fischer Finance Director MISSION STATEMENT To provide timely and accurate financial information to key stakeholders while protecting City assets, both real andintangible, and ensuring City compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws from a financial and fiduciary standpoint. FUNCTION The Finance Department includes all duties and activities associated with the finance and treasurer’s office. The Finance area is responsible for the financial operation of the city, including budgeting, internal and external financial reporting, investments, debt management, cash management, internal controls, payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, accounts receivable, and financial forecasting. The department also provides financial advice and assistance to the Mayor, Common Council, City Committees and user departments on an on-going basis and develops city-wide financial procedures. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Securing and closing the New Market Tax Credit investment transaction to help support the LK Community Center and Clinic Project. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Incorporation of the Water/Wastewater financial oversight and records into the Finance Department. 2. In house management and coordination of the Racine Works Program including: Integrate and Internalize Operations: Transition 100% of Racine Works Program functions — including certification, apprenticeship verification, and compliance monitoring — into the Finance Department by September 30, 2026, supported by written procedures, trained staff, and elimination of external administrative support. Enhance Apprenticeship and Compliance Oversight: Fully implement by verifying that 100% of contractors and subcontractors participate in approved apprenticeship programs; conduct two internal audits annually to ensure accuracy and ordinance adherence. Leverage Technology and CRM Reporting: Build out the Racine Works Program within the City’s Polimorphic CRM system by Q2 2026 Expand Marketing and Outreach Efforts: Launch targeted marketing campaigns and community outreach initiatives by Q3 2026 to increase program awareness among local residents and contractors, aiming for a measurable 10% growth in inquiries, registrations, or engagement with the Racine Works Program. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 Incorporation of the Water/Wastewater department’s financial records into the MUNIS system will result in staffing shifts between the departments and changes in oversight relating to the financial practices of the Water/Wastewater departments. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 84 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Implement Water/Wastewater to Munis Financial System Water and Wastewater Utility financial transactions will join the City ERP system MUNIS effective 01/01/2026including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger and reporting. Transition of reporting and staffduties is expected to significantly simplify fiscal transactions between the City and Utilities and ensureappropriate segregation of duties and oversight moving into the future. Goal Statement #2Project oversight of the Lincoln King Community Center and Clinic Project Lead and complete the internal oversight of the Lincoln King Community Center and Clinic project, ensuring itis delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, with full completion in the 4 quarter of 2026. Goal Statement #3In House Management and Coordination of the Racine Works Program By December 31, 2026, the Finance Department will assume full operational control of the Racine Works Program (RWP)— including all administrative, compliance, reporting, and apprenticeship verification responsibilities — eliminatingexternal support or contracted administration. The department will establish standardized internal procedures thatensure 100% compliance with the Racine Works Ordinance and maintain measurable improvements in reportingaccuracy, efficiency, and workforce participation outcomes. th City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 85 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Finance 2026 Expenditure Summary Salary & Fringes (79.4%)Salary & Fringes (79.4%)Salary & Fringes (79.4%) Operating Expenditures (12.2%)Operating Expenditures (12.2%)Operating Expenditures (12.2%) Interdepartmental Expenses (8.4%)Interdepartmental Expenses (8.4%)Interdepartmental Expenses (8.4%) Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $1,721,318.12 $1,220,977.52 $1,441,537.00 $1,514,151.00 5% Operating Expenditures $225,682.53 $148,998.62 $214,750.00 $233,125.00 8.6% Interdepartmental Expenses $294,041.04 $369,780.04 $226,663.00 $160,297.00 -29.3% Total Expense Objects: $2,241,041.69 $1,739,756.18 $1,882,950.00 $1,907,573.00 1.3% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 86 Department Detail Expenditures - Finance Expenditures Finance Department Salary & Fringes Fin-Salaries 11101-50100 $1,178,206 $827,357 $940,215 $970,071 3.2% Fin-Part Time Salaries 11101-50200 $0 $0 $0 $7,549 N/A Fin-Overtime 11101-50300 $3,787 $4,679 $3,000 $3,000 0% Residency 11101-50400 $14,542 $12,850 $10,878 $5,224 -52% Fin-FICA 11101-51010 $85,059 $60,664 $71,108 $75,186 5.7% Fin-WRS 11101-51100 $81,373 $57,905 $65,151 $70,221 7.8% Fin-Health Care 11101-51200 $358,020 $257,522 $351,185 $382,800 9% Fin-Mileage 11101-51810 $331 $0 $0 $100 N/A Total Salary & Fringes: $1,721,318 $1,220,978 $1,441,537 $1,514,151 5% Operating Expenditures Fin-Professional Services 11101-52100 $14,581 $350 $30,000 $35,800 19.3% Fin-Audit Services 11101-52120 $76,160 $83,000 $100,000 $110,000 10% Fin-Contracted Services 11101-52200 $25,979 $9,645 $19,100 $9,600 -49.7% Fin-Property/Equipment Rental11101-52210 $4,077 $3,993 $4,000 $3,240 -19% Fin-Banking/Financial Charges11101-52220 $0 $1 $0 $0 0% Fin-Advertising 11101-52315 $4,172 $398 $900 $0 -100% Fin-Office Supplies 11101-53100 $18,954 $11,164 $10,000 $18,150 81.5% Fin-Postage & Shipping 11101-53110 $38,343 $15,111 $15,000 $20,000 33.3% Fin-Publications & Subscrip 11101-53115 $14,079 $15,627 $14,850 $14,875 0.2% Fin-Copying & Printing 11101-53160 $3,287 $4,142 $3,000 $6,200 106.7% Fin-Work Supplies 11101-53200 $17,436 $4,281 $5,800 $4,900 -15.5% Fin-Licenses Prmts & Fees 11101-53255 $0 $10 $500 $285 -43% Fin-Memberships 11101-53265 $1,125 $70 $1,100 $1,825 65.9% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 87 Fin-Meeting Expenses 11101-53275 $1,347 $1,207 $2,000 $2,000 0% Fin-External Comm Services 11101-53360 $318 $0 $0 $0 0% Fin-Educ/Training/Conferences11101-53800 $5,586 $0 $5,500 $4,250 -22.7% Fin-Travel 11101-53810 $239 $0 $3,000 $2,000 -33.3% Total Operating Expenditures: $225,683 $148,999 $214,750 $233,125 8.6% Interdepartmental Expenses Fin-I/S Building Occupancy 11101-55100 $145,029 $150,674 $66,411 $68,080 2.5% Fin-I/S City Telephone System 11101-55200 $4,758 $9,298 $0 $0 0% I/S Garage Fuel 11101-55300 $0 $0 $1,500 $500 -66.7% I/S Garage Labor 11101-55310 $0 $0 $1,000 $530 -47% I/S Garage Materials 11101-55320 $0 $0 $500 $530 6% Fin-I/S Information Systems 11101-55400 $144,254 $209,808 $157,252 $90,657 -42.3% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $294,041 $369,780 $226,663 $160,297 -29.3% Total Finance Department: $2,241,042 $1,739,756 $1,882,950 $1,907,573 1.3% Total Expenditures: $2,241,042 $1,739,756 $1,882,950 $1,907,573 1.3% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 88 NON-DEPARTMENTAL FUNCTION This budget reflects revenues and expenditures for items that are not specifically applicable to a department. The budget has two sections; Employee Benefits and Insurance and Miscellaneous Unclassified. Employee Benefits and Insurance: This budget is established to provide for various employee benefits that may not be easily budgeted in a specific department as it is often unknown at the time of budgeting which departments may utilize them. This includes budgets for life insurance, general liability insurance, unemployment compensation, and sick leave payout.  Miscellaneous Unclassified: This budget includes both revenues and expenses that cannot be classified to a specific department. The revenue budget includes amounts for shared revenue, interest income, cable franchise fees, and fund balance reserves applied. The expenditure budget includes amounts for judgement and claims, finance fees, and grants to non- profits. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 None City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 89 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Non-Departmental Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Non Departmental Millions Salary & FringesOperating Expenditures FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $2 $4 $6 $8 $10 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $6,151,308 $5,199,688 $287,212 $371,712 29.4% Operating Expenditures $1,832,171 $1,740,306 $1,904,873 $1,600,200 -16% Total Expense Objects: $7,983,479 $6,939,994 $2,192,085 $1,971,912 -10% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs. FY2026Adopted (% Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 90 Department Detail Expenditures - Non-Departmental Expenditures Non Departmental Employee Benefits andInsurance Bnft-Wage Provision Conting 11201-50900 $576,400 $10,400 $0 $0 0% Bnft-FICA 11201-51010 $86,431 $7,854 $0 $0 0% Bnft-Unemployment 11201-51020 $1,018 $68,303 $2,700 $111,200 4,018.5% Bnft-WRS 11201-51100 $129,565 $28 $0 $0 0% Bnft-Disability Pension 11201-51110 $4,512 $4,512 $4,512 $4,512 0% Bnft-Retiree Health Care 11201-51200 $3,000,000 $2,838,648 $0 $0 0% Bnft-Life Insurance 11201-51300 $145,873 $196,541 $180,000 $206,000 14.4% Bnft-Workers Compensation 11201-51400 $1,323,608 $1,989,711 $0 $0 0% Bnft-Sick Leave Payout 11201-51500 $883,901 $83,691 $100,000 $50,000 -50% Bnft-General Liability Insuran 11201-52170 $661,865 $738,992 $716,673 $676,000 -5.7% Total Employee Benefits andInsurance: $6,813,173 $5,938,680 $1,003,885 $1,047,712 4.4% Misc. Unclassified Misc-Banking/FinancialCharges 11202-52220 $30,695 $27,472 $25,000 $21,000 -16% Misc-Collection Services 11202-52235 $322 $427 $1,000 $1,000 0% Misc-Municipal Band Grant 11202-52265 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 0% Misc-Neighborhood Watch 11202-52270 $36,000 $50,000 $0 $0 0% Misc-Special Programs/Events 11202-52350 $13,051 $4,419 $5,000 $5,000 0% Misc-20 Year Club 11202-52395 $0 $0 $10,000 $10,000 0% Misc-Memberships 11202-53265 $810 $0 $0 $0 0% Misc-Utilities-Storm Water 11202-53340 $92,410 $0 $10,000 $0 -100% Misc-Property Taxes Cancelled 11202-53420 $475,635 $546,014 $400,000 $300,000 -25% Misc-Miscellaneous Expenses 11202-53460 $3,105 $3,266 $0 $0 0% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 91 Misc-Sister Cities 11202-53480 $2,411 $8,930 $7,200 $7,200 0% Misc-Judgment & Claims 11202-53500 $360,868 $180,786 $300,000 $350,000 16.7% Misc-Contingency 11202-56200 $0 $0 $200,000 $200,000 0% Transfer to Special Revenue 11202-59200 $125,000 $150,000 $200,000 $0 -100% Total Misc. Unclassified: $1,170,307 $1,001,314 $1,188,200 $924,200 -22.2% Total Non Departmental: $7,983,479 $6,939,994 $2,192,085 $1,971,912 -10% Total Expenditures: $7,983,479 $6,939,994 $2,192,085 $1,971,912 -10% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 92 PUBLIC HEALTH Dottie-Kay Bowersox Public Health Administrator MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Public Health Department is to provide comprehensive services, education, and advocacy for the protection, promotion, and improvement of the community’s health and environment. FUNCTION Administrative Division The Administrative Division provides leadership and operational support for Public Health, ensuring that systems and processes across the department are clear, accessible, and efficient. This Division plays a vital role in advancing departmental goals by implementing effective public health policies and programs that promote environmental and community health for the residents of the City of Racine. Core functions include managing the department’s budget, purchasing, payroll, billing, and contract monitoring and reporting. The Division also oversees day-to-day operations; leads internal and external communications; supports quality improvement and performance management efforts; and guides the department in maintaining its Level III Health Department designation. Additionally, the Division supports human resources and workforce development activities, including recruitment, onboarding, professional development, and performance evaluations. Beyond these operational responsibilities, it also manages regulatory affairs, strategic planning, and grant and technical writing. The Administrative Division fosters collaboration with State, City, and County internal teams and external partners,provides direct client services, and actively engages with the community. Through this wide-ranging work, the Division ensures the smooth and effective functioning of the department and helps advance its mission to improve the health and well-being of all City of Racine residents. Funding support is through tax levy dollars. Community Health Division The Community Health Division is committed to improving the health and well-being of Racine residents by preventing disease, promoting healthy lifestyles, and addressing health disparities. Key programs include communicable disease surveillance and response, immunizations, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health services, the YouFirst Program, the Wisconsin Well Woman Program, and harm reduction initiative, and multidisciplinary teams. The Division’s services emphasize early identification and intervention to prevent teen pregnancy, the transmission of sexually transmitted infections and other communicable diseases, substance use, and other health risks particularly among vulnerable populations. A vital component of the Division’s harm reduction work includes initiatives such as the Syringe Access Program, Narcan distribution, and the use of three public health vending machines. These efforts help reduce the spread of infectious diseases and prevent fatal overdoses. The Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic provides inclusive, stigma-free services, including testing, treatment, and pregnancy counseling. By collaborating with community partners and prioritizing health equity, the Division ensures that all Racine residents regardless of income, race, or background have access to the resources they need to live safe, healthy lives. The Division’s financial support comes from a blend of tax levy funds and grants. Tax levy dollars cover core operational costs, while grants and contracts support personnel, supplies, equipment, testing, and other program expenses. Environmental Health Division The Environmental Health Division is dedicated to protecting and promoting public health in the City of Racine by identifying, managing, and reducing environmental health risks. Its core mission is to ensure food safety in licensed establishments, maintain sanitary conditions, and enforce compliance with local ordinances and state regulations. The Division also addresses indoor environmental hazards such as toxic chemical exposure, lead, mold, and other threats to public health. In alignment with mandates from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, the Division delivers essential services including disease surveillance, health promotion, hazard mitigation, and the prevention of occupational and environmental illnesses. The Division also provides critical animal-related public health services. Staff respond to domestic animal bite reports by ensuring rabies vaccination compliance, quarantine protocols, and enforcement of animal control laws. They also manage wild animal bite cases, advise healthcare providers on rabies exposure risks, and coordinate rabies testing when necessary. In cases involving dangerous animals, the Division conducts investigations and may impose behavioral restrictions to protect public safety. Additionally, staff respond to public health complaints and provide education and resources to the community. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 93 As a local agent for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, the Division regulates food, lodging, and pool facilities. It also oversees tattoo and body piercing establishments under the authority of the Department of Safety and Professional Services. Funding for the Division comes from a combination of tax levy dollars, inspection fees, and grants. Staff actively participate in grant writing and program development to secure additional resources. Service fees are collected through inspections and enforcement activities related to food service, lodging, recreational water, animal-related services, and body modification establishments. Laboratory Division The Laboratory Division plays a vital role in safeguarding the City of Racine’s natural resources and ensuring the quality of water and environmental conditions within the Great Lakes basin. Its work supports public health, communityinfrastructure, and environmental preservation. The Division provides regulatory oversight, conducts comprehensive water quality assessments, identifies pollution sources, and contributes to site remediation and restoration efforts. It also offers expertise in best management practices, planning, grant and technical writing, and analytical testing for various City departments and programs. The Laboratory Division regularly collaborates with federal agencies in both the U.S. and Canada, state regulatory bodies, academic institutions, regional planning commissions, local governments, and nonprofit and private-sector organizations throughout Wisconsin and Illinois. Staff actively write, co-write, and review grant applications that directly or indirectly benefit the City of Racine. The Division also contracts with external agencies to conduct research, provide expert consultation, participate in environmental monitoring, support public events, and mentor student interns. Funding is supported through a combination of tax levy dollars, grants, and fee-for-service testing. Revenue is primarily generated through the analysis of surface water samples for recreational safety, environmental monitoring, and pollution source tracking. Additional services include testing treated and processed surface and groundwater for residents, businesses, and partner agencies. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Interactive Patient Health Portal: Initiation within the Public Health Department electronic health records application for direct client interactions. 2. Lincoln-King Community Center and Health Center: Continue preparations for building operational status in October 2026. 3. Opening of Pillar Health: Located in the Julian Thomas Elementary School opening on July 21, 2025, with one family medicine physician, one pediatric nurse practitioner, one family medicine nurse practitioner, one behavioral health practitioner, and support staff. 4. Harm Reduction Program Enhancements: Increased distribution of Opioid Crisis supplies with the addition of two vending machines, located inside the John Bryant Community Center and outside the Racine Public Library, bringing the total to three vending machines with the first inside the Racine Transit Center. 5. Implemented YouFirst Program: A new approach to Maternal and Infant Health by improving infant health through a holistic strategy that supports individual, family, and community wellness. YouFirst programming is designed for people who are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or looking for pregnancy prevention. This program recognizes that unplanned pregnancies can significantly impact birth outcomes. YouFirst expands the focus to include preconception and interconception care, supporting individuals before and between pregnancies to reduce maternal health risks and improve outcomes for babies. 6. Syphilis Case Investigation for Racine County: Cases have been transferred from the City of Milwaukee to the City of Racine Public Health Department with a grant award of $227,357. This allows for surveillance, identification, case management, and treatment of those individuals who have been identified as positive and their close contacts. 7. PrEP Services: The only Public Health Department in the State of Wisconsin to offer case management and medication for HIV prevention. 8. Environmental Health Division: All state requirements, as an Agent of the State, were completed by inspecting 100% of all retail licensed facilities. 9. Ensuring the Registration and Compliance of Short-Term Rentals: Through a collaborative softwareapplication purchase with the Racine County Convention and Visitors Bureau and the County of Racine Health Division, identification and interactions with owners of housing rentals to ensure compliance with City ordinances. 10. Analyzed and Reported: Over 1,500 water quality samples from the City and eight jurisdictions in Southeastern Wisconsin. Also monitored the coastal wetlands at Sam Myers Park in support of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers requirements. 11. HUD Lead Hazard Reduction Grant for Kenosha and Racine Counties: Federal Grant award in the amount of $5,178,594 and targeting 120 units over the next three years to remediate lead within homes built prior to 1978 for eligible owners. Over sixty homes in the City of Racine will be positively impacted by the removal of lead hazards. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 94 12. The 2025 Root River Report Card: An online tool that provides the public with up-to-date water quality data and actionable ways to support local watershed health. The report card, available at https://arcg.is/1vbnOq0 (https://secure- web.cisco.com/17rxjJ72sZ2IuMCUlK9wJRU7gx8eq8f0jSLC4t9M6J1vP6T7r55ErN7JMnkFbmXd6L1MAa-KGRvgFttYVQ05ZofE1gGUuyTNuzV_pXldHU6gdd00g_6Kzh2Us8G5wzUoreWR69chY0SQCAh7fDqrixXlNE VRlmh_LzXxkqk-23vaO4eCQGvabgp2DKm6hVx5nq3_RCZS8qTQ4bl8iaQi_RvLcZzR5KE4J8SwC- Sh4rGAkIAhSid5ZC0/https%3A%2F%2Farcg.is%2F1vbnOq0), evaluates indicators of water quality including E. coli, turbidity, pH, temperature, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen. It offers a transparent assessment of river health and promotes community involvement in protecting this vital resource. 13. Hosted 47 Conservation Workdays: Under the supervision of PHD personnel, the Great Lakes Community Conservation Corps and other volunteer groups planted native vegetation, removed invasive species, and conducted site improvements across approximately 15 acres of coastal habitat at North Beach, Zoo Beach, andSam Myers Park. Also, assisted “WeedOut! Racine” with the conservation and restoration of two acres of wetlands at Colonial Park. 14. Samuel Myers Park: Restored storm-damaged areas by planting 725 trees and shrubs, over 10,000 native grasses and wildflowers, seeding 2.5 acres with native plants, and installing 75 feet of new pathway to improve access and habitat. Successfully completed all U.S. Army Corp. of Engineers permit requirements for site. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVE Support the operational success of the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center and Pillar Health of Racine within the Lincoln King Neighborhood. Under the guidance of the City of Racine Administration, assist with the facilitation of the Lincoln King Community Center during the construction and programming phases ensuring operational status for the Public Health Department and Pillar Health of Racine. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 1. Received the Mike Johnson Life Care and Early Intervention Services (PrEP) grant in the amount of $95,282.00 for those individuals who are HIV negative. 2. Received the Integrated HIV Prevention (Targeted) grant in the amount of $25,000.00 for community outreach and supplies. 3. Secured Narcan, fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strip kits from the State of Wisconsin in the amount of $170,000.00 in 2024 for implementation in 2025. 4. Developed and implemented the Racine Healthy Babies grant program, providing $222,700.00 annually. 5. DIS Syphilis case management award of $227,357 for services for the entire County of Racine. 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Prepare the City of Racine Public Health Department to relocate to the Martin Luther King Jr. CommunityCenter. Assist with the facilitation of the Lincoln King Community Center during the construction and programmingphases ensuring operational status for the Public Health Department and Pillar Health of Racine throughDecember 31, 2026. Goal Statement #2Enhanced client interactions to reduce maternal health risks and improve outcomes for babies. By December 31, 2026, 75% of YouFirst participants will experience a decrease in unhealthy behaviors. Theprogram is designed as a holistic approach to maternal and infant health supporting individuals who arepregnant, planning a pregnancy, or looking for pregnancy prevention by expanding access to care before,during and between pregnancies. Goal Statement #3Improvement of food safety practices and reduction of violations among licensed retail food establishments. By December 31, 2026, the Environmental Health Division will reduce food safety violations among licensedvendors by 25% through educational awareness and proactive inspections. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 95 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Public Health 2026 Expenditure Summary Salary & Fringes (67.9%)Salary & Fringes (67.9%)Salary & Fringes (67.9%) Interdepartmental Expenses (19.3%)Interdepartmental Expenses (19.3%)Interdepartmental Expenses (19.3%) Operating Expenditures (12.8%)Operating Expenditures (12.8%)Operating Expenditures (12.8%) Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $1,961,884 $2,208,453 $2,670,286 $2,334,569 -12.6% Operating Expenditures $481,521 $470,084 $436,967 $438,967 0.5% Interdepartmental Expenses $448,631 $563,156 $618,470 $663,811 7.3% Total Expense Objects: $2,892,036 $3,241,694 $3,725,723 $3,437,347 -7.7% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 96 Department Detail Expenditures - Public Health Expenditures Health Salary & Fringes Hlth-Salaries 120-50100 $1,323,640 $1,393,247 $1,655,366 $1,632,909 -1.4% Hlth-Part Time Salaries 120-50200 $102,698 $97,099 $110,578 $0 -100% Hlth-Overtime 120-50300 $9,473 $4,380 $7,000 $7,000 0% Residency 120-50400 $18,556 $25,249 $21,937 $19,141 -12.7% Hlth-FICA 120-51010 $107,179 $111,633 $136,724 $126,193 -7.7% Hlth-WRS 120-51100 $95,875 $102,878 $121,186 $118,930 -1.9% Hlth-Health Care 120-51200 $289,460 $466,721 $605,495 $420,396 -30.6% Hlth-Mileage 120-51810 $15,003 $7,246 $12,000 $10,000 -16.7% Total Salary & Fringes: $1,961,884 $2,208,453 $2,670,286 $2,334,569 -12.6% Operating Expenditures Hlth-Professional Services 120-52100 $15,143 $29,714 $30,000 $30,000 0% Hlth-Contracted Services 120-52200 $99,967 $72,653 $39,750 $39,750 0% Hlth-Property/EquipmentRental 120-52210 $6,329 $8,449 $7,500 $7,500 0% Hlth-Animal Control Contract 120-52275 $217,991 $217,800 $216,040 $216,040 0% Hlth-Advertising 120-52315 $1,259 $2,388 $4,500 $6,500 44.4% Hlth-Office Supplies 120-53100 $5,315 $6,335 $6,000 $6,000 0% Hlth-Postage & Shipping 120-53110 $6,809 $8,177 $8,500 $8,500 0% Hlth-Publications & Subscrip 120-53115 $1,315 $1,176 $1,800 $1,800 0% Hlth-Copying & Printing 120-53160 $11,229 $9,431 $7,000 $7,000 0% Hlth-Work Supplies 120-53200 $52,192 $56,167 $53,000 $53,000 0% Hlth-Clinic Supplies 120-53205 $17,023 $12,807 $18,000 $18,000 0% Hlth-Small Equipment 120-53230 $6,246 $2,813 $8,000 $8,000 0% Hlth-Licenses Permits & Fees 120-53255 $1,098 $853 $600 $600 0% Hlth-Memberships 120-53265 $3,520 $3,073 $3,125 $3,125 0% Hlth-Meeting Expenses 120-53275 $1,409 $2,540 $1,650 $1,650 0% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 97 Hlth-External Comm Services 120-53360 $14,810 $17,044 $10,002 $10,002 0% Hlth-Educ/Training/Conferences 120-53800 $5,436 $5,088 $6,000 $6,000 0% Hlth-Travel 120-53810 $7,293 $2,802 $9,000 $9,000 0% Hlth-Equip Repairs & Mainten 120-54200 $7,138 $10,775 $6,500 $6,500 0% Total Operating Expenditures: $481,521 $470,084 $436,967 $438,967 0.5% Interdepartmental Expenses Hlth-I/S Building Occupancy 120-55100 $124,317 $129,157 $145,583 $163,143 12.1% Hlth-I/S City Telephone System120-55200 $5,490 $10,553 $0 $0 0% Hlth-I/S Garage Fuel 120-55300 $0 $0 $0 $1,000 N/A Hlth-I/S Garage Labor 120-55310 $0 $0 $0 $530 N/A Hlth-I/S Garage Materials 120-55320 $0 $0 $0 $318 N/A Hlth-I/S Information Systems 120-55400 $318,824 $423,446 $472,887 $498,820 5.5% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $448,631 $563,156 $618,470 $663,811 7.3% Total Health: $2,892,036 $3,241,694 $3,725,723 $3,437,347 -7.7% Total Expenditures: $2,892,036 $3,241,694 $3,725,723 $3,437,347 -7.7% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 98 FIRE SUPPRESSION Steve Hansen Fire Chief MISSION STATEMENT We will support our community, firefighters and paramedics through dedicated teamwork to ensure that asa fire department we continue to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate all hazards with compassion, fairness, integrity and respect. FUNCTION The Racine Fire Department is an all hazards agency that provides the community with fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, confined space, trench rescue, water/dive rescue, high and low angle rope rescue, and community risk reduction services to the citizens of Racine. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. We continue to maintain strong partnerships with Gateway Technical College and the Racine Unified School District to provide mentorship and instruction for students enrolled in the Fire Service Academies. These efforts support the development of our future fire service professionals and strengthen community ties. 2. We also completed a significant remodel of Station 5. This project included the removal of asbestos and lead materials and the installation of updated, gender-inclusive restroom facilities that comply withADA standards. These improvements ensure a safer, more inclusive environment for both personnel and visitors. 3. As part of our ongoing recruitment strategy, we visit all Racine high schools and engage students from all grade levels with hands-on experiences related to the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), helping to spark interest in fire service careers. 4. Lastly, we have launched a joint fire academy in collaboration with the Caledonia and South Shore Fire Departments. This initiative allows for larger training classes, more repetitions, and enhanced skilldevelopment for new recruits—ultimately improving service readiness across departments. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Embrace technology and training modernization – fully implement Vector training for continued education tracking and ISO compliance. 2. Expand Community Fire Safety Outreach Programs – Building on successful partnerships such as the Red Cross “Sound the Alarm” campaign, the department will enhance public education and safety by increasing home smoke alarm installations, promoting fire escape planning, strengtheningneighborhood engagement, and actively participating in the citywide “Clean Sweep” initiative to help communities brighten and improve their neighborhoods. 3. Leverage Grant Opportunities & Fee Review - Ensure department sustainability beyond taxes by actively seeking external funding and evaluating user fees. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 None. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 99 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1We will continue our community outreach in 2026, to attract abroad range of candidates and strengthen community connections. We will partner with Human Resources to participate in local job fairs, school career days, and neighborhoodevents. Promote fire service careers on social media by utilizing testimonials, videos, and interactive contentand collaborate with community organizations to co-host events and workshops that introduce the fireprofession to a broader audience. Goal Statement #2Strengthen community trust and public safety by expanding fire prevention educationand outreach programs across all neighborhoods in Racine. The fire department will increase fire safety presentations in schools, senior centers, and high-risk housingareas. We will collaborate with the marketing intern to launch seasonal campaigns (e.g., smoke alarm checks,cooking safety, holiday hazards) through social media and local media. Lastly, we will use data to targetneighborhoods with higher call volumes or fire incidents for focused outreach. Goal Statement #3To attract qualified candidates and improve long-term employee retention, we propose acomprehensive approachthat combines strategic recruitment efforts with structured careerdevelopment,mentorship, and the continued growth of our robust Fire Cadet Program. We will establish a structured mentorship program that pairs recruits with veteran firefighters. We will providecareer pathway materials that illustrate how employees can progress through various ranks and specialties. Wewill expand and promote the Fire Cadet Program to serve as a direct pipeline into firefighter careers. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 100 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Fire Department 2026 Expenditure Summary Salary & Fringes (91%)Salary & Fringes (91%)Salary & Fringes (91%) Interdepartmental Expenses (4.5%)Interdepartmental Expenses (4.5%)Interdepartmental Expenses (4.5%) Operating Expenditures (4.4%)Operating Expenditures (4.4%)Operating Expenditures (4.4%) Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $16,661,906 $14,528,732 $16,135,402 $15,186,164 -5.9% Operating Expenditures $1,092,409 $849,919 $916,600 $737,500 -19.5% Interdepartmental Expenses $570,057 $676,840 $713,207 $757,908 6.3% Total Expense Objects: $18,324,372 $16,055,492 $17,765,209 $16,681,572 -6.1% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 101 Department Detail Expenditures - Fire Department Expenditures Fire Department Salary & Fringes Fire-Salaries 13001-50100 $11,125,896 $9,378,713 $9,761,557 $9,382,588 -3.9% Fire-Part Time Salaries 13001-50200 $337,460 $208,402 $500,218 $428,732 -14.3% Fire-Overtime 13001-50300 $542,341 $294,998 $495,500 $460,000 -7.2% Residency 13001-50400 $8,794 $9,983 $26,658 $22,547 -15.4% Fire-FICA 13001-51010 $185,342 $159,626 $182,955 $175,010 -4.3% Fire-WRS 13001-51100 $2,144,119 $1,856,215 $1,935,692 $1,855,221 -4.2% Fire-Health Care 13001-51200 $2,318,052 $2,620,697 $3,232,322 $2,861,566 -11.5% Fire-Clothing Allowance 13001-51600 -$98 $0 $0 $0 0% Fire-Mileage 13001-51810 $0 $99 $500 $500 0% Total Salary & Fringes: $16,661,906 $14,528,732 $16,135,402 $15,186,164 -5.9% Operating Expenditures Fire-Ambulance Billing Service13001-52110 $224,379 $0 $0 $0 0% Fire-Contracted Services 13001-52200 $35,512 $20,481 $36,000 $31,000 -13.9% Fire-Property/EquipmentRental 13001-52210 $2,805 $2,805 $3,500 $3,000 -14.3% Fire-Advertising 13001-52315 $0 $0 $2,500 $500 -80% Fire-Testing/Physicals 13001-52370 $25,277 $28,151 $35,000 $51,500 47.1% Fire-Office Supplies 13001-53100 $6,056 $8,687 $7,000 $7,000 0% Fire-Postage & Shipping 13001-53110 $2,380 $971 $1,800 $1,500 -16.7% Fire-Publications & Subscrip 13001-53115 $5,347 $4,226 $5,800 $6,500 12.1% Fire-Copying & Printing 13001-53160 $2,845 $3,619 $4,000 $4,000 0% Fire-Work Supplies 13001-53200 $239,818 $225,095 $226,500 $47,500 -79% Fire-Small Equipment 13001-53230 $1,044 $3,094 $4,000 $6,500 62.5% Fire-Direct clothing expenses 13001-53240 $193,474 $159,058 $165,000 $180,000 9.1% Fire-Memberships 13001-53265 $4,646 $3,785 $3,000 $3,500 16.7% Fire-Meeting Expenses 13001-53275 $63 $0 $0 $0 0% Fire-Utilities 13001-53300 $57,884 $63,328 $85,500 $75,000 -12.3% Fire-External Comm Services 13001-53360 $20,395 $21,080 $25,000 $35,000 40% Fire-Educ/Training/Conferences 13001-53800 $67,827 $112,946 $100,000 $50,000 -50% Fire-Travel 13001-53810 $671 $0 $0 $0 0% Fire-Building Rep & Mainten 13001-54100 $77,006 $86,730 $92,000 $95,000 3.3% Fire-Equip Repairs & Mainten 13001-54200 $124,980 $105,863 $120,000 $130,000 8.3% Equipment Repairs &Maintenanc 13001-54200-30018 $0 $0 $0 $10,000 N/A Total Operating Expenditures: $1,092,409 $849,919 $916,600 $737,500 -19.5% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 102 Interdepartmental Expenses Fire-I/S Building Occupancy 13001-55100 $360,773 $374,818 $389,448 $436,421 12.1% Fire-I/S City Telephone System13001-55200 $10,000 $18,052 $0 $0 0% Fire-I/S Garage Fuel 13001-55300 $102,527 $133,063 $125,000 $120,000 -4% Fire-I/S Information Systems 13001-55400 $96,757 $150,907 $198,759 $201,487 1.4% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $570,057 $676,840 $713,207 $757,908 6.3% Total Fire Department: $18,324,372 $16,055,492 $17,765,209 $16,681,572 -6.1% Total Expenditures: $18,324,372 $16,055,492 $17,765,209 $16,681,572 -6.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 103 POLICE DEPARTMENT Alexander Ramirez Chief of Police MISSION STATEMENT To Protect Life & Property, Promote Community Partnerships, Build Trust, and Serve with Honor. FUNCTION Public Safety SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Achieved an increase of 24 new Sworn Members through the updated recruitment process by partnering with the Human Resources Department, participating in job fairs, and recruitment events. 2. Continued a long-term partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), US Marshalls, ATF,and other jurisdictions. 3. Completed the remodel of the W. 6 Street Community Oriented Policing (COP) house by partnering with Habitat for Humanity. 4. Opening of Downtown Community Policing (COP) House in April 2025. 5. Expansion of the Professional Standards Unit. 6. Success with the development of Officers and Supervisors through the college reimbursement program and Law Enforcement Leadership Training. 7. Success with the new Public Safety Pathway under the Racine Unified School District (RUSD) Academies Initiative. 8. Hired 4 of the original Cadets as Police Officers through the robust Cadet Program. 9. Expanded on the wellness initiative by promoting workplace fitness and wellness activities. 10. Secured new law enforcement tools such as (2) K-9s. 11. Continued success with expanding Group Violence Interrupters (GVI) Incident Reviews. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Crime ReductionUtilizing data and intelligence to deploy resources. Collaborate with law enforcement agencies, community partners and community programmers as an overall approach to reducing overall crime with emphasis on the reduction of gun, violence, and property crimes. 2. Group Violence Interrupters Incidents Reviews In collaboration with the Department of Community Safety, engage in Group Violence Intervention (GVI) strategies aimed at addressing and interrupting the cycle of violence. 3. Domestic Violence Awareness Maintain the consistent utilization of all available domestic violence resources, including the Lethality Assessment Program, the Women's Resource Center, and both internal and external law enforcement training initiatives. Additionally, ensure that members of the community are adequately informed about the domestic violence support services accessible to them by utilizing social media platforms. 4. Reach Authorized Sworn Strength Identify and hire new members that will assist in recruiting individuals into the policing profession. Along with the Human Resources Department, the Training Unit, and the use of social media platforms, the recruitment of local candidates will be critical. A strong emphasis on attracting qualified candidates, who will be charged with policing the community they are familiar with, where they were born, raised, and educated. 5. Development of Officers, Supervisors, and Professional Civilian Staff Mentoring and Supervisor Program Through training and education, all members will be encouraged to invest in themselves for future success. 6. Development of Regional Information Hub Effective and efficient mechanisms to exchange information and intelligence, maximize resources, streamline operations, and improve the ability to fight crime and terrorism by merging data from a variety of sources. th City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 104 7. Continue Racine Unified School District (RUSD) and Racine Police Department (RPD) Cadet Program Through a strategic partnership between the Racine Police Department, Gateway College and RUSD, a Public Safety Pathway (under the RUSD Academies Initiative) was created. Under this partnership, students with an interest in police and fire sciences received educational instruction that built the necessary skills to be successful in their chosen field. The goal is to cultivate local candidates that will choose to serve locally. To maintain engagement, the Cadet and Explorer Program will be incorporated in this initiative. 8. Continue Physical and Mental Wellness Programs Encourage and support City of Racine Wellness programs through the RPD Fitness Committee with monthly challenges and onsite peer support. 9. New Parking Citation Issuance System Parking management strategy for issuing citations created to provide accessible parking, enforce parking violations,and eliminate limitations of the older system. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 1. Police vehicle upfitting reduced by $150,000 2. Police Vehicle Replacement added for $550,000 3. CSO Vehicles will be extended to 2028–$32,000 4. Speed trailers will be extended to 2028 - $45,000 5. SWAT body armor will be extended to 2028–$75,000 6. SWAT helmets will be extended to 2028–$50,000 2026 Goal-Setting Statement Goal Statement #1Enhance Officer Development through Ongoing Training and Professional Growth Opportunities The Patrol Division prioritizes the professional development of its officers through on-duty and scheduledtraining programs. In response to recent retirements, the department has faced a reduction in institutionalknowledge and operational experience, leading to a younger and less experienced workforce. Traininginitiatives focus on core competencies like officer safety, constitutional law, tactical response, scenemanagement, report writing, and leadership development. These areas are crucial for effective lawenforcement and long-term career advancement. The Patrol Division aims to enhance operational efficiency,improve service delivery, and foster a culture of professionalism and leadership through comprehensive andcontinuous training. Goal Statement #2Strengthening Information Sharing through Crime Gun Intelligence Center (CGIC) The Crime Gun Intelligence Center (CGIC) serves as an interagency collaboration hub, responsible for thecollection, management, and analysis of crime gun evidence in real time. Its primary objective is to expeditethe identification of shooters, disrupt criminal operations, and prevent future firearm-related violence. The CGICcollaborates closely with key stakeholders, including the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives(ATF), local law enforcement agencies, crime laboratories, probation and parole services, organized crime units,prosecuting attorneys, the United States Attorney’s Office, crime analysts, academic institutions, andcommunity organizations. As a centralized information-sharing platform, the CGIC facilitates a data-driven,coordinated response to gun violence, thereby enhancing public safety and reinforcing accountability amonginteragency partners. Goal Statement #3Expand the Professional Standards Unit to Enhance Policy and Pursue Accreditation In 2025, the Racine Police Department reestablished its Professional Standards Unit, which oversawadministrative functions such as handling complaints, investigating accidents, reviewing use of force,conducting evaluations, and monitoring external employment. In 2026, the unit will expand its responsibilitiesto comprehensively evaluate policies and procedures, incorporating best practices and community priorities.Additionally, it will assume the role of accreditation manager during the department’s accreditation process. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 105 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Police Department 2026 Expenditure Summary Salary & Fringes (85.1%)Salary & Fringes (85.1%)Salary & Fringes (85.1%) Interdepartmental Expenses (8.4%)Interdepartmental Expenses (8.4%)Interdepartmental Expenses (8.4%) Operating Expenditures (6.5%)Operating Expenditures (6.5%)Operating Expenditures (6.5%) Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $26,819,961 $27,053,838 $31,150,920 $31,428,825 0.9% Operating Expenditures $2,615,330 $2,586,901 $2,477,402 $2,402,817 -3% Interdepartmental Expenses $2,401,844 $2,760,979 $2,944,872 $3,084,652 4.7% Total Expense Objects: $31,837,134 $32,401,718 $36,573,194 $36,916,294 0.9% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 106 Department Detail Expenditures - Police Department Expenditures Police Department Salary & Fringes Pd-Salaries 13101-50100 $15,304,602 $15,972,942 $17,936,437 $18,005,012 0.4% Pd-Part Time Salaries 13101-50200 $284,696 $268,029 $402,106 $286,166 -28.8% Pd-Overtime 13101-50300 $3,292,389 $1,244,009 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 0% Overtime 13101-50300-30015 $0 $39,312 $0 $0 0% Residency 13101-50400 $27,467 $53,607 $53,113 $68,822 29.6% Pd-FICA 13101-51010 $1,377,694 $1,296,629 $1,472,252 $1,437,503 -2.4% FICA 13101-51010-30015 $0 $2,723 $0 $0 0% Pd-WRS 13101-51100 $2,390,244 $2,433,817 $2,788,811 $2,795,874 0.3% WRS 13101-51100-30015 $0 $6,110 $0 $0 0% Pd-Health Care 13101-51200 $3,643,380 $5,124,691 $6,307,427 $6,578,630 4.3% Pd-Clothing Allowance 13101-51600 $183,602 $152,949 $180,000 $180,000 0% Pd-Mileage 13101-51810 $688 $979 $700 $900 28.6% Mileage 13101-51810-30015 $0 $84 $0 $0 0% Cso-Salaries 13105-50100 $198,912 $278,402 $294,530 $339,686 15.3% Cso-Overtime 13105-50300 $1,874 $2,671 $2,500 $2,500 0% Residency 13105-50400 $1,741 $7,355 $7,376 $8,552 15.9% Cso-FICA 13105-51010 $14,655 $21,092 $23,094 $26,480 14.7% Cso-WRS 13105-51100 $13,776 $19,678 $20,982 $25,073 19.5% Cso-Health Care 13105-51200 $84,240 $128,761 $161,592 $173,627 7.4% Total Salary & Fringes: $26,819,961 $27,053,838 $31,150,920 $31,428,825 0.9% Operating Expenditures Pd-Professional Services 13101-52100 $112,733 $125,949 $90,000 $90,000 0% Pd-Contracted Services 13101-52200 $173,157 $115,187 $236,238 $237,000 0.3% Pd-SIU-Contracted Services 13101-52200-31001 $23,723 $40,684 $25,000 $25,000 0% Pd-Property/EquipmentRental 13101-52210 $21,738 $25,408 $25,000 $25,000 0% Pd-SIU-Property/EquipmtRental 13101-52210-31001 $78,000 $71,500 $93,000 $93,000 0% Property/Equipment Rental 13101-52210-31084 $0 $0 $10,000 $10,000 0% Pd-Banking/Financial Charges13101-52220 $3,081 $51,394 $25,000 $25,000 0% Pd-Prisoner Expenses 13101-52240 $1,680 $0 $3,000 $25,000 733.3% Pd-Outside Help 13101-52310 $3,609 $1,843 $5,000 $5,000 0% Pd-Advertising 13101-52315 $4,138 $2,136 $2,500 $2,500 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 107 Pd-Special Programs/Events 13101-52350 $1,661 $21,506 $10,000 $12,000 20% Pd-Towing 13101-52380 $122,874 $184,041 $125,000 $140,000 12% Pd-Office Supplies 13101-53100 $60,807 $50,317 $60,000 $60,000 0% Pd-Postage & Shipping 13101-53110 $27,621 $19,158 $20,300 $20,300 0% Pd-Publications & Subscrip 13101-53115 $3,260 $14,646 $7,000 $10,000 42.9% Pd-Copying & Printing 13101-53160 $20,916 $17,278 $15,000 $17,000 13.3% Pd-SIU-Copying & Printing 13101-53160-31001 $243 $296 $250 $1,000 300% Pd-Work Supplies 13101-53200 $155,416 $173,405 $176,000 $180,000 2.3% Pd-SIU-Work Supplies 13101-53200-31001 $76,502 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 33.3% Pd-SWAT-Work Supplies 13101-53200-31011 $12,166 $15,486 $15,000 $15,000 0% Work Supplies 13101-53200-31084 $0 $0 $5,000 $5,000 0% Pd-SIU Offsite Expenses 13101-53225 $3,084 $5,463 $3,000 $3,000 0% Pd-SIU-Offsite Expenses 13101-53225-31001 $6,277 $4,517 $5,000 $5,000 0% Pd-Small Equipment 13101-53230 $178,035 $167,584 $139,000 $139,000 0% PD-Direct clothing expenses 13101-53240 $5,920 $4,878 $1,500 $2,000 33.3% Pd-Memberships 13101-53265 $4,806 $4,680 $4,000 $4,000 0% Pd-Meeting Expenses 13101-53275 $1,524 $3,814 $1,500 $1,500 0% Pd-Ammunition 13101-53285 $69,848 $67,278 $60,000 $60,000 0% Pd-SWAT-Ammunition 13101-53285-31011 $888 $15,390 $15,000 $15,000 0% Pd-Utilities 13101-53300 $47,346 $52,159 $48,600 $48,600 0% Pd-SIU-Utilities 13101-53300-31001 $2,657 $2,820 $3,000 $3,000 0% Utilities 13101-53300-31084 $0 $0 $5,000 $5,000 0% Pd-External Comm Services 13101-53360 $94,171 $133,099 $120,000 $120,000 0% Pd-SIU-External ComunctnSrvcs 13101-53360-31001 $1,312 $5,904 $8,000 $8,000 0% Pd-Educ/Training/Conferences13101-53800 $148,881 $129,898 $138,840 $150,000 8% Pd-Travel 13101-53810 $129 $50 $0 $0 0% Pd-Equip Repairs & Mainten 13101-54200 $88,439 $94,259 $90,000 $90,000 0% Pd-Transfer to SpecialRevenue 13101-59200 $40,478 $40,478 $50,000 $50,000 0% Professional Services 13105-52100 $0 $1,778 $0 $0 0% Cso-Office Supplies 13105-53100 $434 $72 $1,000 $1,000 0% Cso-Work Supplies 13105-53200 $2,240 $4,838 $3,000 $3,000 0% Cso-Direct clothing expenses 13105-53240 $1,763 $1,886 $10,000 $10,000 0% Cso-Educ/Training/Conferences 13105-53800 $7,207 $9,859 $10,000 $10,000 0% Building Repairs &Maintenance 13105-54100 $0 $0 $0 $3,000 N/A Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 108 Disp-Community DispatchServ 13106-52250 $905,395 $770,557 $635,974 $500,417 -21.3% Pfcm-Professional Services 13107-52100 $0 $7,500 $0 $0 0% Pfcm-Fire-Professional Service13107-52100-30003 $18,291 $3,082 $25,000 $25,000 0% Professional Services 13107-52100-31012 $77,410 $76,782 $80,000 $55,000 -31.2% Advertising 13107-52315-31012 $3,909 $7,413 $11,000 $13,000 18.2% Pfcm-Office Supplies 13107-53100 $1,200 $0 $0 $500 N/A Office Supplies 13107-53100-31012 $54 $0 $0 $0 0% Pfcm-Postage & Shipping 13107-53110 $50 $464 $500 $0 -100% Pfcm-Work Supplies 13107-53200 $100 $166 $200 $0 -100% Pfcm-Education/Training/Conf13107-53800 $156 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Operating Expenditures: $2,615,330 $2,586,901 $2,477,402 $2,402,817 -3% Interdepartmental Expenses Pd-I/S Building Occupancy 13101-55100 $639,493 $811,725 $860,003 $942,297 9.6% Pd-I/S City Telephone System13101-55200 $32,471 $55,070 $0 $0 0% Pd-I/S Garage Fuel 13101-55300 $260,778 $371,980 $360,000 $315,000 -12.5% I/S Garage Fuel 13101-55300-30015 $0 $1,156 $0 $0 0% Pd-I/S Garage Labor 13101-55310 $313,115 $385,309 $395,000 $450,500 14.1% Pd-I/S Garage Materials 13101-55320 $157,528 $168,362 $185,000 $201,400 8.9% Pd-I/S Information Systems 13101-55400 $959,432 $911,477 $1,114,369 $1,139,255 2.2% Cso-I/S Garage Fuel 13105-55300 $14,472 $24,024 $13,500 $15,000 11.1% Cso-I/S Garage Labor 13105-55310 $15,615 $21,863 $11,000 $14,840 34.9% Cso-I/S Garage Materials 13105-55320 $8,574 $9,411 $6,000 $6,360 6% Disp-I/S City TelephoneSystem 13106-55200 $366 $602 $0 $0 0% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $2,401,844 $2,760,979 $2,944,872 $3,084,652 4.7% Total Police Department: $31,837,134 $32,401,718 $36,573,194 $36,916,294 0.9% Total Expenditures: $31,837,134 $32,401,718 $36,573,194 $36,916,294 0.9% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 109 COMMUNITY SAFETY John Tate II Director of Community Safety MISSION STATEMENT To improve the safety and quality of life of City of Racine residents by using evidence-informed, community-driveninterventions to reduce instances of community violence. To develop a shared understanding of Community Safety through the lens of public health and social benefit. To orient City resources and relationships for the purpose of creating a safe environment to live and learn, work and play, and build a strong, successful community. FUNCTION The Department ensures the fulfillment of departmental goals and objectives utilizing effective public health-oriented principles, policy, and programming for the enhancement of community health and safety for the well-being of all Racine residents. The Administrative Division provides administrative oversight, regulatory management, strategic planning, budgeting, personnel relations, direct/programmatic community interactions, grant/technical writing services, internal and external agency collaboration, and direct client (participant) services. Financial support up to this point has been comprised exclusively of grants. Grant applications are written / co-written / reviewed by the Director of Community Safety and awards directly or indirectly benefit the City of Racine. Tax levy is sought to support the functions of the Department while grant funding continues to be pursued. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. To continue refining community violence intervention strategies for consistent application beyond retaliatory gun violence conflicts. 2. To develop targeted prevention and intervention strategies for intimate-partner and interpersonal violence. 3. To improve sub-granting processes to ensure balanced competition for both newer and legacy organizations. 4. To create (as-needed) or expand internal workgroups (as-needed) and/or join external working groups to develop strategies for fulfilling priorities and objectives identified in the Comprehensive Safety Plan. 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Expand Violence Intervention Strategy Expand Group Violence Intervention strategy to include non-firearm violence. Integrate the review of non-firearm violence incidents (fights, assaults, social media threats) in the community, specifically social drinkingestablishments, into GVI strategy. Continue refining and institutionalizing base GVI strategy. Reduce shots-firedstatistics by 10%. Goal Statement #2Developed targeted intervention strategies for relational violence Building upon the objectives, scope, and goals established by the relational-violence collaborative, developand/or identify and support intervention strategies aimed at reducing incidences of domestic and interpreterviolence. Sustain relational violence collaborative. Report out plan to implement. Goal Statement #3Refine and assess/re-assess policies in response to Safety Snapshot and Priorities Report Continue to develop, assess, and refine specific policy recommendations for applicable city departments, orientrelationships and expectations with community-based organizations to align with the comprehensive plan,and continue engaging residents for ongoing feedback. Monitor and ensure alignment of internal practicesand goals with resident goals and priorities. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 110 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Community Safety Budgeted Expenditures by Expense Type 99.5%99.5%99.5% 0.5%0.5%0.5% Salary & Fringes Operating Expenditures Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $0 $0 $0 $378,400 N/A OperatingExpenditures $0 $0 $0 $2,000 N/A Total Expense Objects: $0 $0 $0 $380,400 N/A Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 111 Department Detail Expenditures - Community Safety Expenditures Community Safety Salary & Fringes Full Time Salaries 13301-50100 $0 $0 $0 $232,000 N/A Residency 13301-50400 $0 $0 $0 $9,500 N/A FICA 13301-51010 $0 $0 $0 $17,800 N/A WRS 13301-51100 $0 $0 $0 $16,500 N/A Health Care 13301-51200 $0 $0 $0 $102,600 N/A Total Salary & Fringes: $0 $0 $0 $378,400 N/A Operating Expenditures Office Supplies 13301-53100 $0 $0 $0 $1,000 N/A Work Supplies 13301-53200 $0 $0 $0 $1,000 N/A Total OperatingExpenditures: $0 $0 $0 $2,000 N/A Total Community Safety: $0 $0 $0 $380,400 N/A Total Expenditures: $0 $0 $0 $380,400 N/A Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 112 PUBLIC WORKS John Rooney Commissioner of Public Works MISSION STATEMENT The Public Works Department is responsible to manage all functions including Administration, Engineering, SolidWaste, Lift Bridges, Street Maintenance, Street Lighting, Traffic Signals and Emergency Sirens. Public Works also manages the Building Complex, Equipment Garage, Sanitary Sewer, and Waste Disposal (Recycling), which are covered under different Mission Statements. FUNCTION The Public Works Department performs all the Mission Statement duties and needs to ensure all contracts are monitored and performed as required by State and Federal requirements. Public Works bids out all City funded projects in a proper manner and ensures that the annual budget is set up to cover all projects necessary to maintain roadways and facilities properly. Solid Waste Division is responsible for the collection of all residential solid waste via the cart system implemented in 2017. The Engineering Division is responsible for streets, lighting, and signal design, construction contract management, and storm water and sanitary sewer maintenance projects. The Street Maintenance Division is responsible for maintaining streets and connecting highways in the City of Racine including pothole filling, asphalt patching, crack filling, mastic installation, and concrete slab, curb & gutter, and joint seam replacement. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Received funding from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for repair of the State Street Lift Bridge. 2. Codified an ordinance for city-wide speed hump policy for installing studying & installing permanent speed humps. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Prepare plans, specifications and estimates to advertise bids for the Fourth Street Retaining Wall and Root RiverAccess project. 2. Look for opportunities to improve operational efficiency, particularly in municipal solid waste and recycling collection equipment with pilot study for moving toward fully automated side loading vehicles to maximize collection routes, reduce fleet and reduce workmen’s compensation claims. 3. Maintain a fully trained transfer station and public waste drop-off operations staff operating in compliance with WDNR. 4. Continue municipal solid waste and recycling cart replacement city-wide 5. Saturday ONLY operating hours at Pearl Street drop-off center for brush and yard waste (Off-Season hours November through February 7:45AM – 3:45PM AND On-Season hours March through October 7:45AM – 5:45PM) 6. Implement Cityworks data from Customer Service requests to achieve better service request outcomes. 7. Install audio pedestrian crossing beacons at signalized intersections in Downtown area. 8. Apply for WisDOT Local Bridge Funding for rehabilitation for Spring Street Bridge and deck coating of West Sixth Street Bridge. 9. Apply for WisDOT HSIP funds to address traffic calming on Washington Avenue (STH 20) in Uptown area. 10. Apply for WisDOT STP funds for 16th Street Reconstruction from Ohio Street to Monroe Avenue. 11. The City Engineer’s Office will create a pilot project that can be programmed in the 10-year Capital Improvement Program by preparing plans, specifications and estimates and advertise bids for the College Avenue Daylight Brick Pilot Project between 9 and 10 Streets. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 1. Advertise and receive bids for transport of materials from the transfer station to a contracted landfill & MRF operation. 2. Begin construction of various BIL funded STP-U road reconstruction and resurfacing projects. 3. Recycling fees to include the pro rata share of recycling collection, Transfer Station operations and purchase of ASL refuse trucks. 4. Continue credit only payment method for new transfer station operations. th th City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 113 5. Lower fuel and maintenance operating costs for solid waste operations due to short haul to DPW Transfer Station. 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Reduce customer service complaints generated from the collection of solid waste, recycling and bulk items. In order to reduce complaints by 50%, DPW, along with MIS and DOCS, will integrate improvements in fieldoperations, fleet management, Polymorphic & Cityworks software. Those improvements and outcomes includethe following: Comparison of raw data complaint collected in 2024 vs data refined in Polymorphic in 2025,separation of actionable and unactionable work orders in Cityworks, install cameras on all refuse trucks and linkto Vision software to reduce complaints and investigate workmen’s’ compensation claims, measure responseand close-out time to work orders, and further refine data in Cityworks to identify areas, routes or operationsthat have higher level of complaints. Goal Statement #2Prepare and advertise plans, specifications and estimates for structural repairs to the State Street Lift Bridge toincrease the load rating and return the bridge to the intended safe load rating in which it was designed for. In order to have the State Street (STH 38) Lift Bridge fully functional for the 2027 boating season and for thenext 10 years, coordinate with WisDOT the plan to program a large ($10~12M) rehabilitation project 100% fundedby WisDOT beginning in late 2026 and completed by spring 2027. Goal Statement #3Implement the goals to achieve the reduction in Peak Hour Flow Inflow & Infiltration rates as required by theRacine Wastewater Utility Commission The City of Racine as a Sanitary Sewer Recipient (SSR) party to the Racine Wastewater Utility (RWW), theSanitary Sewer Provider (SSP) party, must reduce peak hour flow inflow and infiltration by nearly 56 milliongallons per day (MGD). To achieve this requirement by the RWWU Commission, programs have beendeveloped that include but are not limited to; Sump Pump Program, Full Lateral Lining Program, sanitarysewer collection infrastructure rehabilitation/replacement and other initiatives to reduce peak flow wetweather from entering the sanitary collection system and Racine Wastewater Treatment Plant.  City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 114 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Public Works Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Public Works Millions Interdepartmental ExpensesOperating ExpendituresSalary & Fringes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $2.5 $5 $7.5 $10 $12.5 $15 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $4,965,176 $5,208,094 $6,995,745 $6,706,235 -4.1% Operating Expenditures $3,018,038 $3,396,187 $3,722,600 $4,009,900 7.7% Interdepartmental Expenses $2,651,321 $2,615,614 $2,705,090 $2,875,040 6.3% Total Expense Objects: $10,634,536 $11,219,895 $13,423,435 $13,591,175 1.2% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 115 Department Detail Expenditures - Public Works Expenditures Public Works Salary & Fringes Dpwa-Salaries 14001-50100 $181,614 $189,919 $192,717 $182,698 -5.2% Dpwa-Overtime 14001-50300 $0 $23 $0 $0 0% Residency 14001-50400 $3,846 $5,685 $5,518 $5,800 5.1% Dpwa-FICA 14001-51010 $13,445 $14,344 $15,164 $14,402 -5% Dpwa-WRS 14001-51100 $12,627 $13,503 $13,777 $13,571 -1.5% Dpwa-Health Care 14001-51200 $34,053 $40,914 $60,759 $55,386 -8.8% Dpwa-Mileage 14001-51810 $0 $271 $300 $400 33.3% Eng-FICA 14002-51010 $230 $177 $0 $0 0% Swst-Salaries 14006-50100 $1,449,492 $1,303,099 $2,035,345 $1,889,367 -7.2% Swst-Part Time Salaries 14006-50200 $194 $0 $0 $0 0% Swst-Overtime 14006-50300 $3,864 $9,929 $22,920 $11,420 -50.2% Residency 14006-50400 $39,553 $57,805 $51,428 $57,476 11.8% Swst-FICA 14006-51010 $107,670 $95,938 $159,637 $152,217 -4.6% Swst-WRS 14006-51100 $101,417 $97,353 $145,029 $144,275 -0.5% Swst-Health Care 14006-51200 $628,044 $754,803 $1,024,656 $1,015,342 -0.9% Swst-Clothing Allowance 14006-51600 $84 $0 $0 $0 0% Stmt-Salaries 14010-50100 $1,165,663 $1,125,437 $1,141,338 $1,245,907 9.2% Stmt-Part Time Salaries 14010-50200 $13,251 $5,532 $88,829 $120,680 35.9% Stmt-Overtime 14010-50300 $85,507 $43,264 $129,200 $121,300 -6.1% Residency 14010-50400 $36,860 $52,083 $63,052 $56,269 -10.8% Stmt-FICA 14010-51010 $94,406 $88,263 $118,063 $123,696 4.8% Stmt-WRS 14010-51100 $87,055 $83,489 $101,087 $108,155 7% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 116 Stmt-Health Care 14010-51200 $282,745 $462,533 $681,458 $709,199 4.1% Stmt-Clothing Allowance 14010-51600 $898 $1,706 $1,000 $0 -100% Lght-Salaries 14012-50100 $48,182 $104,102 $128,333 $136,107 6.1% Lght-Overtime 14012-50300 $8,852 $8,384 $15,000 $22,530 50.2% Residency 14012-50400 $0 $208 $0 $0 0% Lght-FICA 14012-51010 $4,135 $8,414 $18,940 $10,370 -45.2% Lght-WRS 14012-51100 $3,882 $7,774 $17,140 $9,803 -42.8% Lght-Health Care 14012-51200 $31,236 $38,415 $67,827 $41,358 -39% Trfc-Salaries 14013-50100 $324,113 $309,039 $263,071 $279,232 6.1% Trfc-Part Time Salaries 14013-50200 $41,258 $49,152 $0 $0 0% Trfc-Overtime 14013-50300 $34,922 $45,615 $45,000 $22,530 -49.9% Residency 14013-50400 $5,211 $3,693 $9,065 $2,691 -70.3% Trfc-FICA 14013-51010 $29,076 $29,149 $51,423 $21,503 -58.2% Trfc-WRS 14013-51100 $24,753 $24,613 $46,563 $20,298 -56.4% Trfc-Health Care 14013-51200 $67,039 $133,465 $282,106 $112,253 -60.2% Total Salary & Fringes: $4,965,176 $5,208,094 $6,995,745 $6,706,235 -4.1% Operating Expenditures Dpwa-Professional Services 14001-52100 $3,140 $3,231 $3,500 $14,500 314.3% Dpwa-Contracted Services 14001-52200 $0 $4,970 $0 $3,600 N/A Dpwa-Property/EquipmentRental 14001-52210 $5,101 $5,160 $8,000 $0 -100% Banking/Financial Charges 14001-52220 $0 $0 $500 $0 -100% Dpwa-Outside Help 14001-52310 $0 $0 $0 $500 N/A Dpwa-Advertising 14001-52315 $13,695 $6,636 $15,000 $1,500 -90% Dpwa-Office Supplies 14001-53100 $2,305 $2,700 $1,500 $3,500 133.3% Dpwa-Postage & Shipping 14001-53110 $413 $1,632 $2,000 $1,500 -25% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 117 Dpwa-Publications & Subscrip 14001-53115 $400 $0 $500 $0 -100% Dpwa-Copying & Printing 14001-53160 $2,475 $999 $2,300 $2,300 0% Dpwa-Work Supplies 14001-53200 $2,772 $8,677 $3,000 $6,000 100% Dpwa-Memberships 14001-53265 $1,294 $3,339 $3,500 $4,000 14.3% Dpwa-External Comm Services14001-53360 $15,010 $18,339 $17,000 $18,000 5.9% Dpwa-Educ/Training/Conferences 14001-53800 $141 $1,095 $1,000 $1,500 50% Dpwa-Travel 14001-53810 $205 $620 $1,500 $1,200 -20% Sim-Utilities 14004-53300 $192 $0 $300 $300 0% Sim-Equip Repairs & Mainten 14004-54200 $0 $7,675 $12,500 $12,500 0% Swst-Professional Services 14006-52100 $923 $858 $0 $0 0% Swst-Contracted Services 14006-52200 $47,214 $0 $0 $25,000 N/A Swst-Waste Disposal 14006-52215 $1,122,963 $1,215,096 $1,341,000 $1,487,500 10.9% Swst-Advertising 14006-52315 $95,791 $82,146 $75,000 $87,000 16% Swst-Office Supplies 14006-53100 $2,593 $2,545 $2,000 $2,500 25% Swst-Work Supplies 14006-53200 $0 $93 $1,000 $1,000 0% Swst-Janitorial Supplies 14006-53210 $192 $0 $1,000 $500 -50% Swst-Direct clothing expenses 14006-53240 $0 $1,263 $1,000 $1,000 0% Swst-Utilities 14006-53300 $6 $0 $36,000 $36,000 0% Swst-Educ/Training/Conferences 14006-53800 $71 $0 $1,000 $1,000 0% Swst-Travel 14006-53810 $327 $338 $1,000 $1,000 0% Stmt-Professional Services 14010-52100 $1,941 $1,174 $0 $0 0% Stmt-Contracted Services 14010-52200 $3,427 $27,229 $10,000 $8,000 -20% Stmt-Property/EquipmentRental 14010-52210 $850 $0 $1,000 $1,000 0% Stmt-Office Supplies 14010-53100 $2,788 $1,981 $2,000 $2,000 0% Stmt-Copying & Printing 14010-53160 $0 $214 $500 $0 -100% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 118 Stmt-Work Supplies 14010-53200 $125,908 $693,877 $770,000 $760,000 -1.3% Stmt-Janitorial Supplies 14010-53210 $631 $0 $1,000 $1,000 0% Stmt-Utilities 14010-53300 $0 $0 $32,000 $32,500 1.6% Stmt-Educ/Training/Conferences 14010-53800 $2,084 $1,742 $1,000 $1,000 0% Stmt-Travel 14010-53810 $0 $296 $1,000 $1,000 0% Lght-Professional Services 14012-52100 $65,158 $83,301 $100,000 $100,000 0% Lght-Contracted Services 14012-52200 $0 $0 $25,000 $30,000 20% Lght-Work Supplies 14012-53200 $197,830 $106,861 $125,000 $165,000 32% Lght-Utilities 14012-53300 $937,538 $953,332 $915,000 $915,000 0% Lght-Equip Repairs & Mainten 14012-54200 $2,536 $2,344 $5,000 $5,000 0% Trfc-Contracted Services 14013-52200 $1,799 $0 $25,000 $25,000 0% Trfc-Work Supplies 14013-53200 $75,947 $7,936 $100,000 $60,000 -40% Trfc-Utilities 14013-53300 $65,310 $53,133 $48,000 $50,000 4.2% Trfc-External Comm Services 14013-53360 $596 $1,091 $0 $0 0% Trfc-Equip Repairs & Mainten 14013-54200 $216,476 $94,265 $30,000 $140,000 366.7% Total Operating Expenditures: $3,018,038 $3,396,187 $3,722,600 $4,009,900 7.7% Interdepartmental Expenses Dpwa-I/S Building Occupancy 14001-55100 $8,953 $9,301 $36,482 $40,881 12.1% Dpwa-I/S City TelephoneSystem 14001-55200 $1,098 $1,807 $0 $0 0% Dpwa-I/S Information Systems 14001-55400 $197,980 $260,292 $288,171 $304,917 5.8% Eng-I/S Building Occupancy 14002-55100 $34,701 $36,052 $0 $0 0% Eng-I/S City Telephone System14002-55200 $2,562 $4,216 $0 $0 0% Eng-I/S Garage Fuel 14002-55300 $2,678 $4,033 $0 $0 0% Eng-I/S Garage Labor 14002-55310 $4,757 $4,440 $0 $0 0% Eng-I/S Garage Materials 14002-55320 $3,332 $1,520 $0 $0 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 119 Swst-I/S Building Occupancy 14006-55100 $83,359 $86,569 $59,596 $66,822 12.1% Swst-I/S City Telephone System14006-55200 $366 $602 $0 $0 0% Swst-I/S Garage Fuel 14006-55300 $306,775 $305,024 $212,800 $175,000 -17.8% Swst-I/S Garage Labor 14006-55310 $443,706 $449,989 $480,000 $504,560 5.1% Swst-I/S Garage Materials 14006-55320 $407,968 $373,344 $275,000 $320,332 16.5% Swst-I/S Information Systems 14006-55400 $7,084 $9,667 $11,040 $11,554 4.7% Stmt-I/S Building Occupancy 14010-55100 $94,004 $97,624 $101,405 $113,700 12.1% Stmt-I/S City Telephone System14010-55200 $1,281 $2,108 $0 $0 0% Stmt-I/S Garage Fuel 14010-55300 $146,937 $148,377 $212,000 $200,000 -5.7% Stmt-I/S Garage Labor 14010-55310 $456,589 $423,078 $520,000 $580,700 11.7% Stmt-I/S Garage Materials 14010-55320 $313,283 $264,212 $286,000 $311,640 9% Stmt-I/S Information Systems 14010-55400 $65,520 $85,674 $94,403 $100,058 6% Lght-I/S Garage Fuel 14012-55300 $531 $1,197 $1,800 $1,800 0% Lght-I/S Garage Labor 14012-55310 $7,927 $2,672 $22,000 $18,550 -15.7% Lght-I/S Garage Materials 14012-55320 $14,382 $1,970 $6,000 $13,780 129.7% Trfc-I/S Building Occupancy 14013-55100 $15,161 $15,745 $68,393 $76,686 12.1% Trfc-I/S Garage Fuel 14013-55300 $6,903 $9,517 $8,000 $6,500 -18.7% Trfc-I/S Garage Labor 14013-55310 $14,450 $9,640 $15,000 $18,020 20.1% Trfc-I/S Garage Materials 14013-55320 $9,035 $6,944 $7,000 $9,540 36.3% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $2,651,321 $2,615,614 $2,705,090 $2,875,040 6.3% Total Public Works: $10,634,536 $11,219,895 $13,423,435 $13,591,175 1.2% Total Expenditures: $10,634,536 $11,219,895 $13,423,435 $13,591,175 1.2% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 120 PARKS, RECREATION, & CULTURAL SERVICES Tom Molbeck Director of Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural services Department is to preserve our parks andopen spaces and provide essential recreational programs and cultural services in a safe, professional and friendly manner. FUNCTION Recreation Division - responsible for providing youth/adult sports, activities, special events and fundraisers. Staff are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating the programs as well as supervising over 250 part time staff and volunteers. Youth Sports and Activities – Basketball, Volleyball, Track and Field, Kiddie Korner, Future, Play It Again, Bigs and Traditional Playgrounds, Main Gallery and Snow Sharks Adult Sports and Activities – Softball, Volleyball, Pickle Ball and Kickball Special Events/Fundraisers – Movies in the Park, Hot Summer Nights, F/X Games, Monument Mash, Juneteenth Day and Easter Egg Hunt. Community Centers – A total of five (5) community centers provides programming from youth to senior adults. The centers are in neighborhoods scattered all over the city. Programs consist of open gym activities, game room activities, art & crafts, ceramics, senior clubs, etc. Public rental opportunities and outreach partnerships are encouraged Parks Division - Park maintenance staff maintain approximately 1,200 acres of parks, playgrounds and medians as well as providing services to public special events. The department also removes snow from 28 miles of alleyways, over 30 miles of sidewalks and department parking facilities. The parks division also maintains such parkland at North/Zoo Beach, Monument Square, Horlick Athletic Field and Pershing Sports Facility. Forestry Division – Forestry staff maintain over 27,000 public trees and an additional 10,000 planting sites. Annual maintenance focuses on planting, removing and pruning public trees. Staff also manage insect and diseaseinfestations, including injecting pesticide into ash trees to mitigate the impact of the invasive emerald ash borer. All trees are inventoried in a GIS-based software program which is also used to manage approximately 10,000 work records each year. Miscellaneous – Mound and Graceland Cemeteries, Festival Hall, Memorial Hall, Wustum Museum, Zoo and Golf Courses (3) are under the umbrella of PRCS. 2025 SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Projects a. Harvey Park New Playground Equipment b. Island Park Upgrades to Parking Lot and Shelter c. MLK Plaza Upgrade Landscape d. Horlick Athletic Field Upgrade Football Lights to LED e. Humble SW Diamond Re-Leveled Diamond for League Play f. North Beach – Kids Cove Upgrades with Kids Cove Committee g. Chavez Community Center Wood Floor Install – Small Gym h. Lockwood Park Painted and Striped Tennis Courts through Lockwood Foundation 2. Programming a. North Beach Safety Improvement i. City/County training opportunities ii. Updated equipment purchases iii. Increase in lifeguard staff (Addition of a 5 Chair & to guard Zoo Beach seven (7) days a week) b. Partnership with Root River Council i. Installation of Way Finding Signs ii. Family Fun Day in July at Island Park th City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 121 iii. Music in the Park in August at Island Park 3. Department Special Events a. Special Events i. Juneteenth Day ii. Monument Mash iii. Lake FX Games iv. National Night Out v. Free Throw Contest vi. Bowling Fundraiser vii. Hot Summer Nights viii. Movies in the Park ix. Easter Egg Hunt 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Capital Improvement Highlights a. Lakeview Park – New Playground Equipment b. Riverside Park - Pathway c. HAF Upgrades – Baseball lights to LED and Outfield drainage d. Humble – Baseball Light replacement 2. Programming a. Provide Hispanic Resource Center at Cesar Chavez Community Center – City Clerk/Customer Services b. Instructional sports programs for K – 2 Grades – Various Sports 2026 SIGNIFICANT OPERATING FUNDING 1. Salaries and Benefits – Increases due to wage increases and benefits 2. Operational – No significant increases 3. Interdepartmental – Increases across the board for MIS and DPW 2026 FEES AND CHARGES 1. PRCS a. Increases have been made to Private/Public Events and Boat Launch (See Fees and Charges Schedule) b. A few NR fees were added for 2026 nd City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 122 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Enhancement of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Opportunities Collaborate with staff across the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) Department to develop andexpand recreational and cultural programming that meets the diverse needs of Racine residents for the NEWMLK Community Center. This initiative will focus on the creation of inclusive policies, targeted communityoutreach, and strategic partnerships with outside organizations – such as nonprofit agencies, culturalinstitutions, and local businesses- to introduce new and enriching programs. This goal will be in place byNovember 2026. Goal Statement #2Enhancement of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Opportunities Engage professional design services to develop a comprehensive park master plan for Lakeview Park thatincludes the creation of a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable park environment. As part of the initiative, install anew playground structure that promotes active play and community engagement. The full design andconstruction of the park and playground will be completed and open to public by July 2026 Goal Statement #3Enhance Communication Opportunities Collaborate with the City Clerk/Customer Service Department to establish a Hispanic Resource Center withinthe Cesar Chavez Community Center. This center will serve as a hub for providing city information in Spanishand will be staffed by a bilingual city employee (part-time) throughout the year. The purpose is to improveaccess to city services for Spanish-speaking residents and foster inclusive communication. This pilot program isscheduled to launch in January 2026. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 123 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Parks, Recreation, &Cultural Services Millions Operating ExpendituresInterdepartmental ExpensesSalary & Fringes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $2 $4 $6 $8 $10 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $4,235,461 $4,200,155 $4,915,263 $5,055,321 2.8% Operating Expenditures $1,665,111 $1,729,826 $1,816,605 $1,864,493 2.6% Interdepartmental Expenses $1,717,814 $1,860,615 $1,987,955 $2,159,475 8.6% Total Expense Objects: $7,618,385 $7,790,596 $8,719,823 $9,079,289 4.1% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 124 Department Detail Expenditures - Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Service Expenditures Parks, Recreation, Cultural Services Salary & Fringes Prdr-Salaries 15001-50100 $396,878 $426,219 $430,700 $455,435 5.7% Prdr-Part Time Salaries 15001-50200 $275 $0 $0 $0 0% Prdr-Overtime 15001-50300 $0 $101 $0 $0 0% Residency 15001-50400 $1,569 $2,247 $2,261 $2,419 7% Prdr-FICA 15001-51010 $29,642 $31,313 $33,121 $34,397 3.9% Prdr-WRS 15001-51100 $27,116 $29,579 $30,091 $32,966 9.6% Prdr-Health Care 15001-51200 $84,240 $77,257 $129,274 $139,200 7.7% Prdr-Mileage 15001-51810 $544 $181 $1,000 $1,000 0% Chvz-Salaries 1500214-50100 $74,521 $25,363 $73,923 $77,210 4.4% Chvz-Part Time Salaries 1500214-50200 $90,490 $89,841 $98,059 $101,386 3.4% Chvz-Overtime 1500214-50300 $0 $369 $0 $0 0% Residency 1500214-50400 $2,246 $0 $0 $0 0% Chvz-FICA 1500214-51010 $12,375 $8,649 $13,156 $12,480 -5.1% Chvz-WRS 1500214-51100 $9,231 $6,159 $9,659 $9,041 -6.4% Chvz-Health Care 1500214-51200 $26,379 $25,752 $32,318 $34,800 7.7% Chvz-Mileage 1500214-51810 $415 $0 $960 $960 0% Hmbl-Part Time Salaries 1500215-50200 $43,728 $52,319 $75,447 $77,588 2.8% Hmbl-FICA 1500215-51010 $3,345 $4,083 $5,772 $6,666 15.5% Hmbl-WRS 1500215-51100 $1,482 $1,600 $2,590 $829 -68% King-Salaries 1500216-50100 $70,508 $81,535 $83,219 $80,298 -3.5% King-Part Time Salaries 1500216-50200 $87,131 $99,924 $100,886 $131,894 30.7% King-Overtime 1500216-50300 $110 $168 $0 $0 0% King-FICA 1500216-51010 $11,896 $13,545 $13,907 $16,022 15.2% King-WRS 1500216-51100 $8,867 $10,193 $11,245 $11,960 6.4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 125 King-Health Care 1500216-51200 $21,060 $25,752 $32,318 $34,800 7.7% King-Mileage 1500216-51810 $0 $0 $600 $600 0% Brnt-Salaries 1500217-50100 $95,829 $70,047 $70,803 $77,210 9% Brnt-Part Time Salaries 1500217-50200 $101,423 $90,694 $98,758 $103,231 4.5% Brnt-Overtime 1500217-50300 $472 $83 $0 $0 0% Residency 1500217-50400 $1,312 $0 $0 $480 N/A Brnt-FICA 1500217-51010 $14,814 $11,651 $12,970 $16,816 29.7% Brnt-WRS 1500217-51100 $8,022 $7,441 $8,181 $8,845 8.1% Brnt-Health Care 1500217-51200 $21,060 $25,752 $32,318 $34,800 7.7% Brnt-Mileage 1500217-51810 $198 $0 $500 $500 0% Tylr-Salaries 1500218-50100 $86,919 $83,837 $88,462 $93,912 6.2% Tylr-Part Time Salaries 1500218-50200 $55,683 $65,431 $74,777 $77,260 3.3% Tylr-FICA 1500218-51010 $10,724 $10,996 $12,486 $12,922 3.5% Tylr-WRS 1500218-51100 $9,033 $8,282 $9,327 $8,164 -12.5% Tylr-Health Care 1500218-51200 $21,060 $25,752 $64,636 $69,600 7.7% Tylr-Mileage 1500218-51810 $1,725 $1,317 $1,200 $1,200 0% Park-Salaries 15003-50100 $1,025,987 $1,017,925 $1,079,907 $1,115,703 3.3% Park-Part Time Salaries 15003-50200 $408,530 $412,544 $553,270 $547,867 -1% Park-Overtime 15003-50300 $24,162 $19,421 $23,000 $23,000 0% Residency 15003-50400 $16,659 $25,423 $26,502 $27,762 4.8% Park-FICA 15003-51010 $109,755 $109,095 $128,724 $128,402 -0.3% Park-WRS 15003-51100 $85,270 $84,503 $91,799 $98,807 7.6% Park-Health Care 15003-51200 $252,720 $309,027 $420,140 $463,326 10.3% Park-Clothing Allowance 15003-51600 $139 $213 $800 $800 0% Park-Mileage 15003-51810 $1,477 $2,065 $1,600 $1,900 18.8% Rec-Salaries 15004-50100 $116,717 $142,738 $137,550 $71,240 -48.2% Rec-Part Time Salaries 15004-50200 $634,986 $559,035 $681,788 $709,222 4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 126 Rec-Overtime 15004-50300 $11,685 $8,275 $5,000 $21,000 320% Residency 15004-50400 $0 $916 $0 $1,749 N/A Rec-FICA 15004-51010 $57,682 $53,592 $62,893 $58,899 -6.4% Rec-WRS 15004-51100 $12,368 $12,347 $11,248 $9,634 -14.3% Rec-Health Care 15004-51200 $42,120 $25,752 $32,318 $5,319 -83.5% Rec-Mileage 15004-51810 $2,882 $3,857 $3,800 $3,800 0% Total Salary & Fringes: $4,235,461 $4,200,155 $4,915,263 $5,055,321 2.8% Operating Expenditures Prdr-Property/Equipment Rental 15001-52210 $4,748 $3,264 $4,300 $4,850 12.8% Prdr-Banking/Financial Charges 15001-52220 $4,902 $6,415 $4,500 $5,500 22.2% Prdr-Advertising 15001-52315 $8,246 $13,849 $13,900 $13,900 0% Prdr-Office Supplies 15001-53100 $6,398 $6,208 $6,500 $6,500 0% Prdr-Postage & Shipping 15001-53110 $2,500 $2,674 $3,000 $3,000 0% Prdr-Publications & Subscrip 15001-53115 $209 $279 $120 $250 108.3% Prdr-Copying & Printing 15001-53160 $2,431 $3,532 $2,500 $2,500 0% Prdr-Work Supplies 15001-53200 $1,093 $0 $0 $0 0% Prdr-Memberships 15001-53265 $1,462 $1,383 $1,500 $1,500 0% Prdr-Educ/Training/Conferences 15001-53800 $2,513 $2,484 $2,600 $2,600 0% Prdr-Travel 15001-53810 $3,015 $3,604 $3,000 $3,000 0% Prdr-Equip Repairs & Mainten 15001-54200 $124 $0 $600 $600 0% Chvz-Contracted Services 1500214-52200 $43,860 $52,330 $50,639 $53,240 5.1% Chvz-Publications & Subscrip 1500214-53115 $418 $536 $300 $300 0% Chvz-Work Supplies 1500214-53200 $1,329 $1,241 $1,300 $1,300 0% Chvz-Janitorial Supplies 1500214-53210 $1,895 $2,757 $2,300 $2,300 0% Chvz-Small Equipment 1500214-53230 $1,000 $929 $1,000 $1,000 0% Licenses Permits & Fees 1500214-53255 $753 $778 $700 $850 21.4% Chvz-Equip Repairs & Mainten 1500214-54200 $4,766 $3,771 $4,860 $4,920 1.2% Hmbl-Contracted Services 1500215-52200 $19,208 $20,705 $21,468 $25,850 20.4% Hmbl-Work Supplies 1500215-53200 $827 $801 $800 $800 0% Hmbl-Janitorial Supplies 1500215-53210 $1,024 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 0% Hmbl-Licenses Permits & Fees 1500215-53255 $753 $778 $700 $850 21.4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 127 Hmbl-Equip Repairs & Mainten 1500215-54200 $2,305 $2,481 $2,860 $2,920 2.1% King-Contracted Services 1500216-52200 $42,943 $47,252 $49,896 $52,500 5.2% King-Publications & Subscrip 1500216-53115 $190 $513 $300 $300 0% King-Work Supplies 1500216-53200 $1,213 $1,526 $1,500 $1,500 0% King-Janitorial Supplies 1500216-53210 $1,869 $1,542 $2,000 $2,000 0% King-Small Equipment 1500216-53230 $448 $782 $800 $800 0% King-Licenses Permits & Fees 1500216-53255 $753 $778 $700 $850 21.4% King-Equip Repairs & Mainten 1500216-54200 $3,451 $2,424 $4,530 $4,650 2.6% Brnt-Contracted Services 1500217-52200 $43,897 $47,286 $51,796 $54,400 5% Brnt-Publications & Subscrip 1500217-53115 $155 $462 $0 $0 0% Brnt-Work Supplies 1500217-53200 $1,181 $1,178 $1,200 $1,200 0% Brnt-Janitorial Supplies 1500217-53210 $1,823 $1,329 $2,000 $2,000 0% Brnt-Small Equipment 1500217-53230 $1,097 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 0% Brnt-Licenses Permits & Fees 1500217-53255 $753 $778 $700 $850 21.4% Brnt-Equip Repairs & Mainten 1500217-54200 $5,700 $4,516 $5,110 $5,230 2.3% Tylr-Contracted Services 1500218-52200 $27,880 $30,160 $29,108 $35,300 21.3% Tylr-Work Supplies 1500218-53200 $751 $811 $800 $800 0% Tylr-Janitorial Supplies 1500218-53210 $998 $1,205 $1,200 $1,200 0% Tylr-Small Equipment 1500218-53230 $750 $609 $750 $750 0% Tylr-Licenses Permits & Fees 1500218-53255 $753 $778 $700 $850 21.4% Tylr-Equip Repairs & Mainten 1500218-54200 $1,825 $2,344 $2,848 $2,928 2.8% Park-Contracted Services 15003-52200 $28,243 $84,400 $98,720 $99,235 0.5% Park-Property/Equipment Rental 15003-52210 $10,863 $7,687 $10,900 $11,650 6.9% Park-Copying & Printing 15003-53160 $78 $80 $150 $150 0% Park-Work Supplies 15003-53200 $5,500 $8,250 $8,500 $8,520 0.2% Park-Janitorial Supplies 15003-53210 $10,061 $10,778 $11,000 $12,000 9.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 128 Park-Small Equipment 15003-53230 $6,024 $5,875 $6,500 $6,500 0% Park-Utilities 15003-53300 $311,618 $300,617 $347,000 $358,000 3.2% Park-External Comm Services 15003-53360 $0 $0 $2,000 $0 -100% Park-Educ/Training/Conferences 15003-53800 $340 $669 $1,000 $1,000 0% Park-Travel 15003-53810 $0 $121 $1,000 $750 -25% Park-Building Repairs & Mainte 15003-54100 $32,114 $3,550 $7,700 $7,700 0% Park-Equip Repairs & Mainten 15003-54200 $3,436 $2,358 $4,300 $4,300 0% Park-Grounds Repairs & Mainten15003-54300 $33,025 $31,263 $36,100 $36,100 0% Rec-Contracted Services 15004-52200 $13,900 $14,065 $15,000 $15,000 0% Rec-Property/Equipment Rental 15004-52210 $19,969 $17,693 $18,450 $18,450 0% Rec-Advertising 15004-52315 $46 $0 $0 $0 0% Rec-Publications & Subscrip 15004-53115 $0 $320 $400 $0 -100% Rec-Work Supplies 15004-53200 $44,018 $46,161 $49,000 $49,000 0% Rec-External Comm Services 15004-53360 $21,890 $19,506 $23,500 $24,500 4.3% Rec-Educ/Training/Conferences 15004-53800 $310 $0 $0 $0 0% Rec-Travel 15004-53810 $0 $262 $0 $0 0% Rec-Equip Repairs & Mainten 15004-54200 $26,587 $26,976 $28,000 $28,000 0% Wstm-Professional Services 15098-52100 $327,027 $356,016 $350,000 $350,000 0% Wstm-Grounds Repairs &Mainten 15098-54300 $5,852 $4,107 $0 $15,000 N/A Zoo-Professional Services 15099-52100 $510,000 $510,000 $510,000 $510,000 0% Total Operating Expenditures: $1,665,111 $1,729,826 $1,816,605 $1,864,493 2.6% Interdepartmental Expenses Prdr-I/S Building Occupancy 15001-55100 $59,340 $61,650 $64,057 $71,783 12.1% Prdr-I/S City Telephone System 15001-55200 $2,013 $3,313 $0 $0 0% Prdr-I/S Information Systems 15001-55400 $99,448 $119,021 $120,570 $131,819 9.3% Chvz-I/S Building Occupancy 1500214-55100 $123,283 $128,030 $132,990 $149,115 12.1% Chvz-I/S City Telephone System 1500214-55200 $915 $1,506 $0 $0 0% Chvz-I/S Information Systems 1500214-55400 $27,017 $37,179 $42,746 $44,630 4.4% Hmbl-I/S Building Occupancy 1500215-55100 $70,711 $73,434 $76,278 $85,527 12.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 129 Hmbl-I/S City Telephone System1500215-55200 $732 $1,205 $0 $0 0% Hmbl-I/S Information Systems 1500215-55400 $22,567 $30,488 $34,536 $36,247 5% King-I/S Building Occupancy 1500216-55100 $122,438 $127,152 $132,078 $148,092 12.1% King-I/S City Telephone System 1500216-55200 $915 $1,506 $0 $0 0% King-I/S Information Systems 1500216-55400 $69,546 $93,551 $105,591 $110,962 5.1% Brnt-I/S Building Occupancy 1500217-55100 $142,676 $148,170 $153,910 $172,571 12.1% Brnt-I/S City Telephone System 1500217-55200 $549 $903 $0 $0 0% Brnt-I/S Information Systems 1500217-55400 $62,464 $83,884 $94,551 $99,408 5.1% Tylr-I/S Building Occupancy 1500218-55100 $111,531 $115,826 $120,313 $134,900 12.1% Tylr-I/S City Telephone System 1500218-55200 $366 $602 $0 $0 0% Tylr-I/S Information Systems 1500218-55400 $24,383 $34,203 $39,916 $41,459 3.9% Park-I/S Building Occupancy 15003-55100 $101,846 $105,768 $109,866 $123,187 12.1% Park-I/S City Telephone System 15003-55200 $732 $1,205 $0 $0 0% Park-I/S Garage Fuel 15003-55300 $92,475 $104,149 $110,500 $92,000 -16.7% Park-I/S Garage Labor 15003-55310 $260,469 $246,844 $285,000 $318,000 11.6% Park-I/S Garage Materials 15003-55320 $121,256 $105,827 $120,000 $132,500 10.4% Park-I/S Information Systems 15003-55400 $114,115 $140,583 $146,619 $158,557 8.1% Rec-I/S City Telephone System 15004-55200 $1,080 $1,777 $0 $0 0% Rec-I/S Information Systems 15004-55400 $14,167 $19,334 $22,081 $23,108 4.7% Wstm-I/S Building Occupancy 15098-55100 $47,119 $48,933 $50,829 $56,992 12.1% Zoo-I/S Building Occupancy 15099-55100 $23,661 $24,572 $25,524 $28,618 12.1% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $1,717,814 $1,860,615 $1,987,955 $2,159,475 8.6% Total Parks, Recreation, CulturalServices: $7,618,385 $7,790,596 $8,719,823 $9,079,289 4.1% Total Expenditures: $7,618,385 $7,790,596 $8,719,823 $9,079,289 4.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 130 CITY DEVELOPMENT Walter Williams Director of City Development MISSION STATEMENT The Department of City Development works to increase the assessed value to reduce the tax rate, attract privatedevelopment to pay for city services, and improve the quality of life for our residents. FUNCTION The Department of City Development has responsibilities in five program areas: Planning and Redevelopment, Economic Development and Housing, Building and Code Compliance, Assessment Services, and Neighborhood Enhancement. Planning and Redevelopment Division creates long-term land use plans for the City and implements the plans through land use regulation and redevelopment activities. The division’s staff is focused on the physical development of the City and creating opportunities for enhancement, historic preservation, and redevelopment. The staff coordinates with City departments in planning and redevelopment projects and provides guidance and interpretation of plans, codes, and ordinances to the general public and the development community. The staff supports the Planning, Heritage, and Design Commission, Zoning and Building Board of Appeals, Community Development Authority, area business improvement districts, industrial park development review committees, and other special planning committees and initiatives as assigned. Housing Divisionfosters an environment that develops and rehabilitates our housing inventory, initiate strategies that revitalize the city and attract investment, builds generational wealth, emboldens entrepreneurship, and creates jobs. The Division administers and utilizes federal and state funds including Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG), and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) programs to support its purpose. The division plays a pivotal role in shaping the economic and social landscape of the city. Its efforts are geared towards fostering growth, attracting investment, and ultimately improving the overall well-being of the city. Department staff address blight and neighborhood appearance by ensuring that buildings are structurally safe and in compliance with state and local regulations. The staff works with the Building Board of Appeals to ensure that thecity’s buildings are safe. Assessment Services Divisionis primarily responsible for conducting fair, equitable, and accurate assessments of all property within the municipality boundaries in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes. The assessment division is entrusted with the responsibility to ensure that assessed values used for tax purposes are impartial and understandable and that taxes are distributed fairly. Additionally, the division provides public education to property owners regarding the appraisal process and their options for the appeal. The assessment division continually improves services and customer relations through innovation, understanding systems and processes, and knowing and valuing the needs of constituents. The assessment division also responds to requests presented by the City’s Board of Review. Neighborhood Enhancement Divisionhas established a program of regularly scheduled, systematic inspections of residential rental dwelling units within neighborhood stabilization and enhancement districts within the city to ensure that those units provide safe, decent, and sanitary living conditions for tenants living in the residential rental dwelling unit and to prevent further deterioration of those units. The division provides data and documentation to support the City of Racine’s effort to identify and reduce the number of chronic nuisance properties that occur within the city. This division encourages property owners who own and operate residential rental dwelling units to exercise their responsibility to ensure that the city ordinances governing the condition and maintenance of residential rental dwelling units are followed to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public and prevent blighted conditions in city neighborhoods. Building & Code ComplianceThis division’s primary objective is the administration and enforcement of the building code. This division is responsible for making inspections as necessary to determine compliance with the code. If a deficiency exists or if the building or a component does not comply with the code, it is the responsibility of the code official to issue orders to correct the illegal or unsafe condition. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 131 TID Division This division administers the home improvement grants to residents to encourage property investment in targeted neighborhoods (especially blighted ones). In addition, this division prioritizes projects to fund infrastructure upgrades (cameras, utility lines, lighting) that directly benefit homeowners. These improvements are meant to stabilize property values and attract reinvestment. This division coordinates with the housing division to ensure residents seeking improvements to their dwellings receive information on all available housing improvement programs administered by the city and that residents eligible and needing to utilize multiple programs can do so. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Recorded over $76,483,100.00 dollars in new net construction. 2. The Assessor division made significant progress in transitioning to Market Drive. Market Drive is a CAMA (Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal) system widely used throughout Wisconsin. It supports property assessment workflows, including valuation models, GIS integration, sketching, photo management, and automated reporting—in alignment with state requirements. It’s known for its compatibility with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue systems and efficiency tools. 3. Processed plans and collected permit fees over one million dollars. 4. Construction was completed and occupancy has begun at the Avenue East and Avenue West at Belle City Square, Both buildings are market-rate multi-unit developments, which were assisted with significant financial assistance facilitated by the City Development Department. 5. Demolition of the former YMCA at 725 Lake Avenue. 6. Completed the Racine Housing Study. 7. Acquisition of all properties needed for the Lincoln King Redevelopment project. These properties are needed for the construction of townhomes and single-family homes in 2026. 8. Finalized contract with City Wise. City Wise is designed to help renters find local, safe and affordable housing. The innovative platform makes it much easier for Racine residents, or those looking to move to the city, to find affordable rental properties online. The launch of this directory is a huge step forward in providing our citizens with a reliable and transparent tool to find safe, affordable housing. 9. The adoption of the City’s Comprehensive Plan by Common Council. 10. The Planning division has made significant progress updating the City’s Zoning Code. Once adopted this will make it easier for developers to work with the city. 11. Funded 568 Neighborhood TID home repair grant applications totaling $ 4,661,563.41 of TID funds, resulting in a total investment amount of $5,457,666.50 used to repair and enhance owner-occupied homes. 12. Fully incorporated E-Plan for commercial building/plumbing contractors. E-Plan allows faster plan review to increase the speed of issued permits and inspections. Revenue from these services is being captured. 13. Demolished 2509 16th Street (vacant Church) to build single family homes with HOME funds. 14. Processed and approved five applications for Employee Homebuyer Assistance program. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Exceed the 2025 totals for net-new construction ($77M) and building permit revenue ($1.5M.) while continuing to develop market rate housing and increasing the tax base through new development and redevelopment. 2. Implementation of the Lincoln King Redevelopment plan to continue in 2026. The plan includes 33 new townhomes, two detached homes, and rehabilitation of 10 existing homes in the neighborhood. 3. Address housing needs, promote economic growth, and utilize available federal funding sources to enhance the city's infrastructure, economy, and overall standard of housing for its residents. 4. Continue generational wealth building via homeownership programs. 5. Complete the remediation of the Water Street site and explore planning for Transit Oriented Development. 6. Draft and adopt a comprehensive overhaul of the city’s zoning ordinance (Municipal Code Chapter 114) to result in development outcomes consistent with the updated comprehensive plan, adopted in July of 2025. 7. Draft and adopt an updated Historic Preservation Ordinance to accompany the zoning code proposed changes and objectives of the Heritage Preservation Plan adopted in 2019. 8. Evaluate proposals for development/redevelopment requesting city assistance and utilization of TID funding, carefully considering the creation of new districts to ensure investment into the city. 9. Develop and publish RFP/RFQ’s to solicit interest in CDA/City owned properties for their redevelopment. 10. Creation of Development Opportunities booklet. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 None City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 132 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Continue the implementation of the Lincoln King Revitalization Plan In order to stabilize and revitalize the Lincoln King Neighborhood, in conjunction with the construction of aFederally Qualified Health Clinic and community center, the CDA will oversee the construction of 33townhomes. In conjunction of these town homes the CDA will establish a homeowner association. Homes willbe available for sale late summer, 2026. Goal Statement #2Utilization of TID Program Funds to increase Assessed Values Stabilize and improve the housing stock using Neighborhood Tax Increment Districts grants and our HousingRepair and Enhancement Grant program. The goal of these programs is to increase the assessed values ofthese homes. In 2025 the CDA approved 568 TID grant applications. We anticipate the CDA approving thesame amount /more for 2026. Goal Statement #3Adoption of Citywide Zoning Ordinance The last time the city adopted a citywide zoning ordinance was in 1973. In 2026, the city will adopt an updatedcitywide zoning ordinance, building on the revised Comprehensive Plan adopted in 2025. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 133 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - City Development Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - City Development Millions Interdepartmental ExpensesOperating ExpendituresSalary & Fringes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $1 $2 $3 $4 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes $1,982,788 $2,087,800 $2,514,368 $2,543,590 1.2% Operating Expenditures $337,377 $436,087 $628,921 $632,180 0.5% Interdepartmental Expenses $233,594 $306,812 $348,402 $341,341 -2% Total Expense Objects: $2,553,760 $2,830,699 $3,491,691 $3,517,111 0.7% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 134 Department Detail Expenditures - City Development Expenditures City Development Salary & Fringes Ases-Salaries 11103-50100 $348,832 $376,761 $391,803 $411,792 5.1% Residency 11103-50400 $5,305 $6,320 $6,324 $6,348 0.4% Ases-FICA 11103-51010 $26,525 $28,556 $31,245 $32,551 4.2% Ases-WRS 11103-51100 $24,101 $26,439 $27,970 $30,106 7.6% Ases-Health Care 11103-51200 $84,240 $128,761 $161,592 $158,324 -2% Ases-Mileage 11103-51810 $9,937 $10,012 $10,320 $10,320 0% Cd-Salaries 16001-50100 $438,208 $567,644 $654,288 $598,646 -8.5% Cd-Part Time Salaries 16001-50200 $0 $0 $4,606 $5,732 24.4% Cd-Overtime 16001-50300 $0 $525 $0 $0 0% Residency 16001-50400 $10,346 $13,994 $19,402 $15,578 -19.7% Cd-FICA 16001-51010 $33,192 $43,880 $52,101 $47,609 -8.6% Cd-WRS 16001-51100 $30,471 $40,168 $46,823 $44,226 -5.5% Cd-Health Care 16001-51200 $201,579 $155,939 $186,778 $166,117 -11.1% Cd-Mileage 16001-51810 $705 $900 $2,700 $3,200 18.5% Code-Salaries 16003-50100 $491,361 $352,066 $501,468 $548,268 9.3% Code-Overtime 16003-50300 $1,447 $0 $0 $0 0% Code-FICA 16003-51010 $35,996 $26,068 $38,981 $42,005 7.8% Code-WRS 16003-51100 $33,471 $24,299 $34,852 $39,475 13.3% Code-Health Care 16003-51200 $105,300 $154,513 $193,911 $190,800 -1.6% Code-Mileage 16003-51810 $11,897 $13,862 $17,400 $19,800 13.8% Hs-Salaries 16004-50100 $66,989 $74,197 $84,036 $109,661 30.5% Hs-FICA 16004-51010 $4,436 $5,473 $6,430 $8,388 30.5% Hs-WRS 16004-51100 $4,106 $5,094 $5,842 $7,894 35.1% Hs-Health Care 16004-51200 $0 $28,327 $33,096 $44,350 34% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 135 Hs-Mileage 16004-51810 $355 $0 $2,400 $2,400 0% Fhs-Salaries 16005-50100 $5,034 $3,513 $0 $0 0% Fhs-FICA 16005-51010 $311 $245 $0 $0 0% Fhs-WRS 16005-51100 $343 $242 $0 $0 0% Fhs-Health Care 16005-51200 $8,301 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Salary & Fringes: $1,982,788 $2,087,800 $2,514,368 $2,543,590 1.2% Operating Expenditures Ases-Contracted Services 11103-52200 $275 $1,750 $0 $0 0% Ases-Property/EquipmentRental 11103-52210 $0 $0 $0 $2,600 N/A Ases-Outside Help 11103-52310 $3,297 $0 $5,000 $5,000 0% Ases-ManufacturingAssessment 11103-52330 $12,702 $0 $13,500 $15,000 11.1% Ases-Board of Review 11103-52400 $370 $723 $2,500 $5,000 100% Ases-Office Supplies 11103-53100 $915 $2,673 $3,000 $2,000 -33.3% Ases-Postage & Shipping 11103-53110 $18,920 $19,391 $26,500 $28,000 5.7% Ases-Publications & Subscrip 11103-53115 $9,582 $9,622 $10,915 $12,400 13.6% Ases-Copying & Printing 11103-53160 $3,650 $3,847 $4,000 $1,700 -57.5% Ases-Work Supplies 11103-53200 $253 $617 $0 $500 N/A Ases-Memberships 11103-53265 $3,449 $2,366 $3,000 $3,000 0% Ases-External Comm Services 11103-53360 $2,084 $2,103 $3,720 $2,400 -35.5% Ases-Educ/Training/Conferences 11103-53800 $3,726 $0 $1,625 $2,600 60% Ases-Travel 11103-53810 $0 $0 $3,600 $4,560 26.7% Cd-Professional Services 16001-52100 $98,899 $284,693 $300,000 $210,000 -30% Cd-Contracted Services 16001-52200 $1,733 $59 $25,000 $100,000 300% Cd-Property/Equipment Rental16001-52210 $3,510 $2,106 $3,000 $3,000 0% Cd-Advertising 16001-52315 $1,921 $1,548 $3,000 $3,000 0% Cd-Office Supplies 16001-53100 $4,476 $1,510 $3,000 $3,500 16.7% Cd-Postage & Shipping 16001-53110 $1,082 $1,094 $4,000 $4,000 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 136 Cd-Publications & Subscrip 16001-53115 $584 $1,412 $430 $430 0% Cd-Copying & Printing 16001-53160 $3,127 $3,223 $3,000 $3,000 0% Cd-Work Supplies 16001-53200 $8,547 $4,491 $4,000 $5,000 25% Cd-Memberships 16001-53265 $1,083 $2,522 $2,330 $2,925 25.5% Cd-External Comm Services 16001-53360 $4,473 $5,699 $3,500 $3,500 0% Cd-Educ/Training/Conferences 16001-53800 $2,782 $14,030 $5,050 $7,400 46.5% Cd-Travel 16001-53810 $791 $7,850 $12,051 $12,375 2.7% Cd-Grnds Repairs &Maintenance 16001-54300 $3,199 $213 $20,000 $20,000 0% Cd-Memberships 16002-53265 $0 $500 $0 $0 0% Utilities 16002-53300 $0 $499 $0 $0 0% Code-Professional Services 16003-52100 $1,662 $2,150 $4,400 $4,400 0% Code-Property/EquipmentRental 16003-52210 $1,046 $702 $2,800 $2,800 0% Code-Advertising 16003-52315 $995 $0 $0 $0 0% Code-Raze Board RemoveBuild 16003-52390 $61,577 $22,745 $100,000 $100,000 0% Code-Office Supplies 16003-53100 $4,353 $731 $3,500 $3,500 0% Code-Postage & Shipping 16003-53110 $12,254 $10,605 $1,500 $1,500 0% Code-Publications & Subscrip 16003-53115 $728 $109 $2,500 $2,500 0% Code-Copying & Printing 16003-53160 $2,425 $316 $1,000 $1,000 0% Code-Work Supplies 16003-53200 $1,595 $1,569 $1,500 $4,500 200% Code-Memberships 16003-53265 $473 $293 $1,140 $1,800 57.9% Code-External Comm Services 16003-53360 $15,333 $6,418 $8,500 $8,500 0% Code-Educ/Training/Conferences 16003-53800 $3,218 $0 $2,000 $4,500 125% Code-Travel 16003-53810 $0 $0 $1,100 $3,500 218.2% Hs-Professional Services 16004-52100 $3,555 $4,444 $450 $1,500 233.3% Hs-Contracted Services 16004-52200 $6,679 $3,894 $3,360 $9,100 170.8% Hs-Property/Equipment Rental16004-52210 $18,344 $0 $0 $0 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 137 Hs-Advertising 16004-52315 $0 $628 $1,000 $0 -100% Hs-Special Programs/Events 16004-52350 $369 $0 $0 $0 0% Hs-Office Supplies 16004-53100 $638 $60 $1,500 $1,000 -33.3% Hs-Postage & Shipping 16004-53110 $127 $61 $1,000 $1,000 0% Hs-Publications & Subscrip 16004-53115 $90 $0 $500 $0 -100% Hs-Copying & Printing 16004-53160 $478 $2,022 $1,810 $2,410 33.1% Hs-Work Supplies 16004-53200 $0 $2,096 $2,000 $1,000 -50% Hs-Memberships 16004-53265 $81 $967 $2,990 $480 -83.9% Hs-External Comm Services 16004-53360 $1,341 $573 $3,600 $4,800 33.3% Hs-Educ/Training/Conferences 16004-53800 $1,540 $0 $10,550 $4,500 -57.3% Hs-Travel 16004-53810 $96 $0 $4,500 $5,000 11.1% Hs-Grnds Repairs &Maintenance 16004-54300 $2,580 $1,163 $0 $0 0% Fhs-Office Supplies 16005-53100 $70 $0 $0 $0 0% Fhs-Work Supplies 16005-53200 $305 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Operating Expenditures: $337,377 $436,087 $628,921 $632,180 0.5% Interdepartmental Expenses Ases-I/S Building Occupancy 11103-55100 $22,956 $23,849 $25,964 $29,096 12.1% Ases-I/S City Telephone System11103-55200 $1,300 $2,139 $0 $0 0% Ases-I/S Information Systems 11103-55400 $34,281 $52,040 $64,270 $65,484 1.9% Cd-I/S Building Occupancy 16001-55100 $53,640 $55,728 $48,652 $44,520 -8.5% Cd-I/S City Telephone System 16001-55200 $1,464 $2,409 $0 $0 0% Cd-I/S Information Systems 16001-55400 $24,881 $36,430 $43,882 $45,087 2.7% Code-I/S Building Occupancy 16003-55100 $9,794 $10,176 $20,884 $10,000 -52.1% Code-I/S City TelephoneSystem 16003-55200 $2,013 $3,317 $0 $0 0% Code-I/S Information Systems 16003-55400 $45,494 $71,361 $90,034 $91,089 1.2% Hs-I/S Building Occupancy 16004-55100 $12,751 $13,373 $13,162 $13,735 4.4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 138 Hs-I/S City Telephone System 16004-55200 $549 $903 $0 $0 0% Hs-I/S Information Systems 16004-55400 $9,554 $15,168 $19,283 $19,460 0.9% Fhs-I/S Building Occupancy 16005-55100 $5,637 $5,912 $5,819 $6,072 4.3% Fhs-I/S City Telephone System16005-55200 $366 $602 $0 $0 0% Fhs-I/S Information Systems 16005-55400 $8,914 $13,405 $16,452 $16,798 2.1% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $233,594 $306,812 $348,402 $341,341 -2% Total City Development: $2,553,760 $2,830,699 $3,491,691 $3,517,111 0.7% Total Expenditures: $2,553,760 $2,830,699 $3,491,691 $3,517,111 0.7% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 139 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Special revenue funds are used to account for and report the proceeds of specific revenuesources that are restricted or committed to expenditures for specific purposes (other than debt service or capital projects). Budgeted special revenue funds are primarily supported by revenue sources other than property tax levy, but may have some tax levy support. Special Revenue Expenditures by Fund $23,510,405$3,029,171 (14.79% vs. prior year) Referendum: Fire $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Library $4,318,392 $4,229,778 $4,732,264 $4,904,057 3.6% Recycling $2,249,154 $2,493,223 $2,912,283 $3,003,345 3.1% EMS $0 $3,052,994 $3,014,777 $4,072,000 35.1% Municipal Court $345,091 $392,456 $456,341 $481,512 5.5% Cemetery $576,627 $686,534 $745,191 $774,973 4% Neighborhood Enhancement $1,221,899 $1,150,745 $1,461,178 $1,457,162 -0.3% Sanitary Sewer Maintenance $1,660,656 $2,133,711 $6,578,400 $6,737,156 2.4% Room Tax $347,896 $444,914 $580,800 $580,200 -0.1% Total: $10,719,715 $14,584,356 $20,481,234 $23,510,405 14.8% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs. FY2026Proposed (% Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 140 Special Revenue Revenues by Fund $23,510,405$3,029,171 (14.79% vs. prior year) Referendum: Fire $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Library $4,478,210 $4,690,920 $4,732,264 $4,904,057 3.6% Recycling $2,331,380 $2,740,280 $2,912,283 $3,003,345 3.1% EMS $0 $3,893,699 $3,014,777 $4,072,000 35.1% Municipal Court $353,475 $394,263 $456,341 $481,512 5.5% Cemetery $554,718 $567,836 $745,191 $774,973 4% Neighborhood Enhancement $1,253,769 $1,022,820 $1,461,178 $1,457,162 -0.3% Sanitary Sewer Maintenance $2,281,184 $2,761,851 $6,578,400 $6,737,156 2.4% Room Tax $634,911 $842,524 $580,800 $580,200 -0.1% Total: $11,887,646 $16,914,193 $20,481,234 $23,510,405 14.8% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs. FY2026Adopted (% Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 141 REFERENDUM - FIRE MISSION STATEMENT We will support our community, firefighters and paramedics through dedicated teamwork to ensure that as a firedepartment we continue to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate all hazards with compassion, fairness, integrity and respect. FUNCTION This Special Revenue fund is designed to account for the proceeds from the tax levy and expenses associated with the referendum that was passed by the electorate on April 1, 2025. The fund will account for salaries, fringe benefits, training, work supplies for Emergency Medical Services for the City of Racine. The question read as follows: Shall the City of Racine be allowed to exceed this limit and increase the levy for the next fiscal year, 2026, and on anongoing basis for the purpose of enhancing, strengthening and equipping Emergency Medical Services (Ambulances)for the Citizens of Racine by retaining Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians by a total of 2.53%, whichresults in a levy of $60,788,390 and on an ongoing basis include the increase of $1,500,000 for each fiscal year goingforward. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 Fund is new in 2026 and will include salary, fringe benefits, work supplies, and training for EMS Services provided to the Citizens of Racine. st City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 142 Expenditures- Referendum Fire Budgeted Expenditures by Expense Type 96.6%96.6%96.6% 3.4%3.4%3.4% Salary & Fringes Operating Expenditures Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Salaries 21930-50100 $0 $0 $0 $940,810 N/A Overtime 21930-50300 $0 $0 $0 $25,000 N/A FICA 21930-51010 $0 $0 $0 $13,561 N/A WRS 21930-51100 $0 $0 $0 $184,591 N/A Health Care 21930-51200 $0 $0 $0 $285,703 N/A Total Salary & Fringes: $0 $0 $0 $1,449,665 N/A Operating Expenditures Work Supplies 21930-53200 $0 $0 $0 $25,000 N/A Education/Training/Conferences 21930-53800 $0 $0 $0 $25,335 N/A Total Operating Expenditures: $0 $0 $0 $50,335 N/A Total Expense Objects: $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 143 Revenue - Referendum-Fire Revenue Source Property Taxes Property Taxes 21930-41110 $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Total Property Taxes: $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Total Revenue Source: $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 N/A Name ERP Code FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 144 LIBRARY Nick Demske Executive Director Library MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Racine Public Library is to lift up the lives of the people of the Racine community by embracingcommunity diversity, promoting inclusion, creating opportunity, and by supporting the development of community literacy through a love of literature, learning and civic engagement. FUNCTION The Racine Public Library (RPL) was established by the residents in 1897 to fulfill one of the cornerstones of democracy: an educated citizenry. It provides opportunities for every person to pursue a lifelong education. RPL is a learning institution, innovative and future-focused, supporting the love of reading and learning, and promoting curiosity and inquisitiveness for all ages. RPL is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity. RPL collects and preserves materials for free, equal access by all residents in a safe, neutral space where everyone is welcome and that reflects the community’s expectation for services. RPL has a highly trained staff who continually evaluate the community’s needs, collaborate with other organizations to serve the community outside the building’s walls, and to the best of their abilities provide residents with a positive experience. RPL staff members have open, clear, timely communication; are honest and accountable; act with integrity and professionalism; follow the American Library Association Code of Ethics; protect patron privacy, and promote intellectual freedom. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY WORKED ON 1. One of the most transformational changes the RPL has experienced in 2025 is the filling of the vacant Business Manager and Deputy Director roles. Business Manager Becky Crowley and Deputy Director Lizzie Hjelle have in the few short months they’ve been on our team already transformed our capacity, shored up compliance items that had been overdue, and are contributing enormously to the health and sustainability of the RPL and its services. 2. The RPL Foundation finalized a strategic plan at the turn of the year, and has spent 2025 so far doing what wesaid we’d do on paper. Some of those accomplishments include growing the number of Foundation board members to double its size this year (from 6 to 12 with more prospects likely to join soon), revamping the bylaws and committee structure of the board, attaining a new customer relationship management software, migrating our accounting from an antiquated system to quickbooks, bolstering processes in preparation for our year end fundraiser event and mailer campaign, as well as laying the groundwork to organize and grow our donor database. 3. In the area of programming, the RPL has gotten into a rhythm of a few large-scale partnerships now that many more members of our community engage with, beyond just our regular programming. Some of these programs are one off events, and some are annual now, at this point. A few of the annual events include the LakeFront Expo (a collaboration with the African American Chamber of Commerce and others), the annual Local Author showcase and the Kipi Kawi annual celebration in October, in partnership with Coming Together Racine, the Forest County Potawotami tribe and others. One off events include an upcoming visit from children’s author and Racine native, Kevin Henkes, as well as a day-long, multi-event fundraiser that the Friends of the Library are hosting called “The Next Chapter, Romance Edition,” which will feature multiple New York Times/ USA Today best-selling romance authors in September. Depending on how this event goes, it may become an annual event. 4. The RPL continues to collaborate with the city’s Youth Employee Program and has at this point hired two of our previous participants. Another previous participant got his first full time job with our library system, largely thanks to his experience working at the RPL and the knowledge he earned there. 5. The RPL successfully hosted 3 months of nearly every single city council and committee meeting for the months of June, July and August. This created a significant strain on one of our most important resources--our physical space--but our staff put in a huge amount of energy to make it work and rearrange anything that needed to be relocated or rescheduled. Ultimately, it was a positive experience, we were able to house a ton of importantdecision-making, and all city meetings remained accessible to those with disabilities, while the city hall elevator was being repaired. 6. In early 2025, the RPL formed a safety committee made up of both some leadership team members, as well as front line staff members representing every public-facing department in the building. The committee meets once a week and has overwhelmingly improved an abundance of safety procedures and practices in the building. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 145 This includes an overhaul of our rules of behavior policy, many changes to our process for appealing a suspension for patrons, transforming the notification of suspension paperwork to incorporate much more detail about incidents, and empowering more staff throughout the building to take ownership of security happenings in the building day to day, creating a much more resilient and responsive safety system in the RPL overall. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. In 2025, we engaged in a compensation study that identified a number of key roles in the organization that were not being paid at mid-market rate for their work. We anticipate correcting those compensation discrepancies and implementing the compensation study recommendations starting in 2026. 2. In late 2024, the City did a large-scale overhaul of their staff handbook. The library has a separate staff handbook which is now out of alignment in some significant ways, and which generally has undergone minimal updates since the pandemic started. We intend to do a front-to-back revision of the handbook to be completed byDecember of 2026. 3. The RPL was considering renewing its strategic plans in 2025, but didn’t want to go forward until our key administrator roles were all filled. Now that this has happened, we’ve begun to reach out to consultants to get estimates for services and plan to have a new strategic plan completed sometime in 2026. 4. A theme for 2025 was looking at the long term budget landscape for the RPL and reaching out to experts outside of the building to best understand the most effective ways to develop budget stability and growth going forward. From those conversations, we will engage the city administration in ongoing conversations about every budgetary strategy available to municipalities with a library throughout 2026 and decide together which option(s) are best suited for our city and library. 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Increase the number of registered RPL card users by 5%Not counting the students of Racine Unified School District, who are automatically given a library card numberupon enrollment, the RPL currently has 32,633 card-holding users. This isn’t even half the city’s population, letalone half our service population (137,000). In 2026, we will aim to increase this number by 5%, or 1,632additional card holders. Goal Statement #2Increase average program attendance by 10% in 2026In 2024 we tracked 9000+ program attendees with an average program attendance of 17 per program (522 totalprograms). In 2025, even though staff have increased the amount of programs they’re hosting, the attendancenumbers are projected at this point to remain flat. In 2026, we’ll focus on the amount of people who arepositively impacted by our programs, rather than our number of programs as an output. Goal Statement #3Increase our “ROI Impact” number for the community by at least $1M from 2024 ROIIn 2025, the RPL’s deputy director--using a strict methodology and value calculator utilized by other publiclibraries--did a holistic Return-On-Investment calculation for the library’s services in 2024. The ROI was nearly$13.5M for the library, which had only a $4.4M operating budget that year. Because this ROI number is more all-encompassing than maybe any other metric we have, we aim to increase it by at least $1M in 2026, from thefigure we have for 2024. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 146 Expenditures - Library Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Library Millions Capital OutlayInterdepartmental ExpensesOperating ExpendituresSalary & Fringes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $1 $2 $3 $4 $5 $6 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Salaries 22055-50100 $1,934,473 $1,842,554 $1,970,049 $2,125,052 7.9% Part Time Salaries 22055-50200 $582,788 $538,674 $629,189 $658,268 4.6% Overtime 22055-50300 $3,156 $82 $2,000 $2,000 0% Residency 22055-50400 $31,375 $57,059 $51,186 $38,650 -24.5% FICA 22055-51010 $188,422 $180,418 $202,406 $210,345 3.9% WRS 22055-51100 $147,559 $141,602 $154,458 $172,448 11.6% Health Care 22055-51200 $526,500 $562,500 $807,962 $720,722 -10.8% Mileage 22055-51810 $4,305 $5,443 $9,000 $6,000 -33.3% Total Salary & Fringes: $3,418,578 $3,328,332 $3,826,250 $3,933,485 2.8% Operating Expenditures Contracted Services 22055-52200 $84,070 $66,468 $83,742 $123,000 46.9% Property/Equipment Rental 22055-52210 $19,994 $20,507 $18,000 $19,208 6.7% Advertising 22055-52315 $7,393 $6,353 $8,000 $6,000 -25% Office Supplies 22055-53100 $15,122 $10,740 $14,500 $12,500 -13.8% Postage & Shipping 22055-53110 $5,194 $7,100 $4,520 $4,200 -7.1% Work Supplies 22055-53200 $8,165 $24,859 $17,000 $29,000 70.6% Janitorial Supplies 22055-53210 $10,808 $13,532 $11,300 $13,740 21.6% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 147 Library Materials 22055-53215-55006 $22,317 $20,507 $20,000 $20,000 0% Library Materials-Print 22055-53215-55111 $110,506 $97,097 $108,000 $108,000 0% Library Materials-Serial 22055-53215-55112 $19,281 $16,563 $20,000 $20,000 0% Library Materials-Audio Visual 22055-53215-55114 $22,796 $19,244 $25,000 $25,000 0% Library Materials-Electronic 22055-53215-55115 $43,025 $34,515 $47,500 $47,500 0% Library Materials-Other 22055-53215-55116 $8,082 $6,432 $5,000 $5,000 0% Licenses Permits & Fees 22055-53255 $0 $0 $100 $100 0% Memberships 22055-53265 $2,345 $2,179 $3,610 $3,140 -13% Utilities 22055-53300 $200,142 $194,438 $150,000 $162,000 8% External Communication Service22055-53360 $14,070 $8,600 $17,720 $9,400 -47% Judgment & Claims 22055-53500 $0 $45,000 $0 $0 0% Education/Training/Conferences 22055-53800 $8,727 $7,283 $8,000 $8,000 0% Travel 22055-53810 $2,942 $773 $6,000 $6,000 0% Building Repairs & Maintenance 22055-54100 $20,312 $13,520 $15,000 $15,000 0% Equipment Repairs &Maintenanc 22055-54200 $3,435 $2,914 $16,000 $16,000 0% Grounds Repairs & Maintenance 22055-54300 $9,855 $11,886 $10,000 $12,500 25% Software Maintenance 22055-54500 $53,498 $51,723 $71,834 $70,228 -2.2% Total Operating Expenditures: $692,081 $682,234 $680,826 $735,516 8% Interdepartmental Expenses I/S Building Occupancy 22055-55100 $151,639 $159,221 $156,522 $163,344 4.4% I/S City Telephone System 22055-55200 $7,035 $7,035 $0 $0 0% I/S Garage Fuel 22055-55300 $5,519 $7,493 $7,000 $7,000 0% I/S Garage Labor 22055-55310 $1,971 $3,976 $5,500 $6,360 15.6% I/S Garage Materials 22055-55320 $451 $4,063 $3,000 $3,180 6% I/S Information Systems 22055-55400 $12,850 $13,500 $20,666 $21,522 4.1% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $179,465 $195,287 $192,688 $201,406 4.5% Capital Outlay Equipment 22055-57300 $9,720 $12,006 $12,500 $12,500 0% Computer Hardware 22055-57355 $18,548 $11,919 $20,000 $21,150 5.8% Total Capital Outlay: $28,268 $23,925 $32,500 $33,650 3.5% Total Expense Objects: $4,318,392 $4,229,778 $4,732,264 $4,904,057 3.6% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 148 Revenues - Library Revenues by Source 54.5%54.5%54.5% 42.1%42.1%42.1% 1.6%1.6%1.6% 1.5%1.5%1.5% 0.3%0.3%0.3% Property Taxes Intergovernmental Revenues Miscellaneous Revenues Other Financing Sources Charges for Services Revenue Source Property Taxes Property Taxes 22055-41110 $2,257,317 $2,257,317 $2,257,317 $2,674,237 18.5% Total Property Taxes: $2,257,317 $2,257,317 $2,257,317 $2,674,237 18.5% Other Taxes Sales Tax Discount 22055-41222 $2 $2 $0 $0 0% Total Other Taxes: $2 $2 $0 $0 0% Intergovernmental Revenues Resource Library Contract 22055-43571 $7,000 $7,000 $7,000 $10,000 42.9% State Grant-Educ and Rec 22055-43571-55118 $2,298 $0 $0 $0 0% State Grant-Other 22055-43690 $2,471 $0 $0 $0 0% County Grant Library 22055-43720 $2,006,899 $2,119,211 $2,151,719 $2,055,720 -4.5% Total IntergovernmentalRevenues: $2,018,667 $2,126,211 $2,158,719 $2,065,720 -4.3% Charges for Services Library Fines & Fees 22055-46710 $16,887 $19,668 $10,000 $10,000 0% Library Misc Fees 22055-46711 $1,586 $24,287 $3,000 $3,000 0% Total Charges for Services: $18,473 $43,955 $13,000 $13,000 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 149 Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 22055-48100 $51,730 $82,160 $25,000 $75,000 200% Donations/Contributions 22055-48500 $7,021 $31,275 $1,000 $1,000 0% Miscellaneous Revenue 22055-48900 $0 $0 $100 $100 0% Total Miscellaneous Revenues: $58,751 $113,435 $26,100 $76,100 191.6% Other Financing Sources Transfer from General Fund 22055-49210 $125,000 $150,000 $200,000 $0 -100% Fund Balance Applied 22055-49300 $0 $0 $77,128 $75,000 -2.8% Total Other Financing Sources: $125,000 $150,000 $277,128 $75,000 -72.9% Total Revenue Source: $4,478,210 $4,690,920 $4,732,264 $4,904,057 3.6% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 150 WASTE DISPOSAL John Rooney Commissioner of Public Works MISSION STATEMENT Efficiently manage and operate recycling collection services in order to comply with state law and municipal code. FUNCTION Waste Disposal is responsible for the collection of all residential recycling materials. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Began an aggressive public information and education campaign on the do’s and don’ts of recycling 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Reduce customer complaints by 50% 2. Reduce the amount (tons) of residual/contaminated recycling from 40% of the stream to 20% of the stream. 3. Budget for one free e-recycle event for the residents of the City of Racine. 4. Continue Citywide recycling cart replacement. 5. Evaluate and determine winter hours for the Pearl Street yard waste drop off center, change hours if needed based on usage. 6. Continuously educate the public on City recycling efforts to improve per capita output in order to reduce residual contamination from recycling stream SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 1. Provide continued capital budget funding for the city-wide cart replacement program. 2. The Waste Disposal Fee will increase in 2026 to cover the costs associated with recycling services. The fee will increase from $88.95 to $93.22 per unit (4.8% increase from last year), which will raise the revenue to continue the provision of this required service. The fees associated with the Waste Disposal items brought to the Transfer Station will remain the same as in 2025 and will be charged per item as follows: Tires - $8; Microwaves - $20; Televisions and Computers - $20; Non-Freon White Goods - $20; Freon Appliances - $30; Household Bulky Items - $25. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 151 Expenditures - Waste Disposal Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Waste Disposal Millions Capital OutlayInterdepartmental ExpensesSalary & FringesOperating Expenditures FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $0.5 $1 $1.5 $2 $2.5 $3 $3.5 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Salaries 22140-50100 $346,022 $623,573 $477,720 $605,900 26.8% Part Time Salaries 22140-50200 $0 $0 $0 $19,610 N/A Overtime 22140-50300 $8,573 $22,456 $15,000 $19,136 27.6% Residency 22140-50400 $1,782 $5,900 $11,729 $12,299 4.9% FICA 22140-51010 $25,540 $46,858 $37,441 $48,239 28.8% WRS 22140-51100 $24,037 $44,993 $34,017 $45,593 34% Health Care 22140-51200 $154,770 $188,542 $234,869 $307,055 30.7% Total Salary & Fringes: $560,725 $932,322 $810,776 $1,057,832 30.5% Operating Expenditures Professional Services 22140-52100 $23,125 $5,890 $36,000 $56,000 55.6% Contracted Services 22140-52200 $642,126 $514,175 $735,000 $666,000 -9.4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 152 Property/Equipment Rental 22140-52210 $489,060 $489,060 $550,000 $550,000 0% Advertising 22140-52315 $536 $711 $1,000 $1,000 0% Work Supplies 22140-53200 $1,515 $83,727 $115,000 $113,000 -1.7% Utilities 22140-53300 $11,807 $15,481 $24,000 $14,464 -39.7% External Communication Service22140-53360 $2,798 $2,649 $3,200 $3,500 9.4% Education/Training/Conferences 22140-53800 $0 $0 $1,500 $1,000 -33.3% Total Operating Expenditures: $1,170,966 $1,111,693 $1,465,700 $1,404,964 -4.1% Interdepartmental Expenses I/S Building Occupancy 22140-55100 $9,676 $10,048 $35,807 $40,149 12.1% I/S Garage Fuel 22140-55300 $111,398 $90,326 $120,000 $87,000 -27.5% I/S Garage Labor 22140-55310 $221,480 $212,345 $240,000 $265,000 10.4% I/S Garage Materials 22140-55320 $174,909 $136,490 $130,000 $148,400 14.2% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $517,462 $449,209 $525,807 $540,549 2.8% Capital Outlay Equipment 22140-57300 $0 $0 $110,000 $0 -100% Total Capital Outlay: $0 $0 $110,000 $0 -100% Total Expense Objects: $2,249,154 $2,493,223 $2,912,283 $3,003,345 3.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 153 Revenue - Waste Disposal Budgeted and Historical Revenues by Source Percentage Miscellaneous RevenuesIntergovernmental RevenuesCharges for Services FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY20260% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Revenue Source Intergovernmental Revenues State Grant-Recycling 22140-43545 $314,300 $314,665 $315,000 $315,000 0% Total IntergovernmentalRevenues: $314,300 $314,665 $315,000 $315,000 0% Charges for Services Recycling Fees 22140-46435 $1,933,356 $2,326,118 $2,517,283 $2,643,345 5% Total Charges for Services: $1,933,356 $2,326,118 $2,517,283 $2,643,345 5% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 22140-48100 $60,539 $95,379 $20,000 $30,000 50% Sale of Property-Recycle Mat 22140-48307 $23,184 $4,118 $0 $15,000 N/A Miscellaneous Revenue 22140-48900 $0 $0 $60,000 $0 -100% Total Miscellaneous Revenues: $83,724 $99,497 $80,000 $45,000 -43.7% Total Revenue Source: $2,331,380 $2,740,280 $2,912,283 $3,003,345 3.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 154 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES Steve Hansen Chief of Fire MISSION We will support our community, Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians through dedicated teamwork toensure that as a Emergency Medical Services department we continue to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate all hazards with compassion, fairness, integrity and respect. FUNCTION The Racine Fire Department Emergency Medical Services is an all-hazards agency that provides the community with fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, confined space, trench rescue, water/dive rescue, high and low angle rope rescue, and community risk reduction services to the citizens of Racine. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED To improve patient care and enhance on-scene efficiency, RFD purchased and deployed LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitors across EMS units. These state-of-the-art devices support advanced life support interventions and real- time data capture. A power load system was installed in Med 3, reducing the risk of back and lifting injuries for EMS personnel during patient transport. This investment aligns with our long-term goals of workforce health and injury prevention. RFD conducted comprehensive training for Racine Police Department (RPD) personnel in Narcan administration, CPR, Stop the Bleed, and basic first aid, strengthening interagency response capabilities for critical incidents. To ensure responder safety during violent or high-risk calls, RFD procured new ballistic protective gear for both Fire and EMS personnel. This measure supports best practices for responder readiness in evolving threat environments. The department successfully completed the WiGEMT survey for 2023 and 2024, a key step in securing potential state-level EMS funding. We are currently awaiting final funding determinations.To strengthen our advanced life support (ALS) capacity, 10 RFD members were enrolled in paramedic school. As of mid-2025, 4 have successfully graduated, with 6 currently in progress. This initiative directly expands our ALS bandwidth for the community. The department enhanced our firefighter physical fitness program by incorporating annual health screenings, ensuring early detection of health concerns and supporting long-term workforce safety and readiness. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Scale MIH services to support high-utilizer populations (e.g. chronic illness, mental health). 2. Partner with local hospitals and agencies to fund and train additional paramedic staff for community interventions. 3. Increase the use of data analytics to improve response times, resource utilization, and improve health outcomes for the community. 4. Ensure EMS providers are trained in providing culturally competent care to diverse populations. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 None. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 155 Expenditures - Emergency Medical Services Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit -Emergency MedicalServices Percentage Operating ExpendituresSalary & Fringes FY2024 FY2025 FY20260% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Salaries 22230-50100 $0 $2,127,344 $1,867,214 $2,112,311 13.1% Part Time Salaries 22230-50200 $0 $177,902 $0 $200,000 N/A Overtime 22230-50300 $0 $3,050 $0 $75,000 N/A FICA 22230-51010 $0 $34,195 $27,074 $39,579 46.2% WRS 22230-51100 $0 $457,509 $366,346 $453,673 23.8% Health Care 22230-51200 $0 $0 $484,777 $636,000 31.2% Total Salary & Fringes: $0 $2,800,000 $2,745,411 $3,516,563 28.1% Operating Expenditures Ambulance Billing Services 22230-52110 $0 $252,994 $250,000 $275,437 10.2% Contracted Services 22230-52200 $0 $0 $0 $20,000 N/A Work Supplies 22230-53200 $0 $0 $19,366 $175,000 803.6% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 156 External CommunicationService 22230-53360 $0 $0 $0 $15,000 N/A Education/Training/Conferences22230-53800 $0 $0 $0 $70,000 N/A Total Operating Expenditures: $0 $252,994 $269,366 $555,437 106.2% Total Expense Objects: $0 $3,052,994 $3,014,777 $4,072,000 35.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 157 Revenues - Emergency Medical Services Budgeted and Historical Revenues by Source Millions Miscellaneous RevenuesCharges for Services FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $1 $2 $3 $4 $5 Revenue Source Charges for Services Ambulance/EMS Fees 22230-46230 $0 $3,893,699 $3,014,777 $4,057,000 34.6% Total Charges for Services: $0 $3,893,699 $3,014,777 $4,057,000 34.6% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 22230-48100 $0 $0 $0 $15,000 N/A Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $0 $0 $0 $15,000 N/A Total Revenue Source: $0 $3,893,699 $3,014,777 $4,072,000 35.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 158 MUNICIPAL COURT Robert Weber Municipal Judge MISSION STATEMENT The City of Racine Municipal Court is dedicated to administering justice in an equitable, impartial and timely mannerin accordance with the rule of law. The Municipal Court shall provide the public and other agencies it serves with an accessible, safe, respectful environment in which to conduct business and resolve disputes. The Racine Municipal Court is also committed to promoting excellence, integrity and competence while ensuring public trust and confidence in the judicial system. FUNCTION The Municipal Court adjudicates alleged ordinance violations by accepting pleas, making and rendering judgments, setting those forfeitures not reserved for the Common Council, making decisions of law, ruling on objections, granting or denying motions and collecting forfeitures. The Municipal Court is responsible for being a buffer between the citizens and the police by assuring that defendants are not convicted unless they plead guilty or no contest to charges, or are proven guilty by admissible, clear, convincing and satisfactory evidence adduced at trial. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. With the assistance of MIS, the audio equipment in the courtroom will be updated by the end of 2025. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. Strengthen collaborative relationships with other municipal courts to discuss other options to decrease mailing costs and become more efficient. 2. Work with MIS to install an additional camera outside of the courtroom door for more security during court proceedings. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 1. Request for $241.44 to be added to the property/equipment budget for the increase in the copier lease per year. 2. Request for $560.00 to be added to the office supply budget to repaint the court officer’s office in 2026. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 159 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement #1Effectively Dealing With Quality Of Life Issues The City of Racine Municipal Court is the only community court that deals with its residents’ quality of lifeissues, which include:Animal control code violationsBuilding code violationsHealth code violationsNeighborhood disputes including trespass and vandalismFirst offense OWI casesMiddle and High School Truancy casesDisorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest and Failure to Obey Officer violations The City of Racine is a large, diverse, urban community which our case load reflects. It is therefore imperativethat every defendant is presented with a meaningful opportunity to tell his/her story and to explain theirunique situation and circumstances, bearing in mind that for most individuals (aside from jury duty), it is likelyto be their one and only contact with a court. As the third branch of government it is necessary to provide true access to justice by ensuring the timely andimpartial resolution of cases that come before it. The Court attempts to accomplish this overall objective in avariety of ways: First, by resolving cases as early as possible – while guaranteeing the rights of every person who comes beforeit – including those who are handicapped or who do not speak English. The Court has an ongoing effort toprovide all notices, procedures and explanation of rules in Spanish, and can and do make arrangements fortranslators who speak other languages for those who need such services. Second, by being accountable for the public funds and technology services provided to the Court, and strivingto be transparent in the Court’s operations and fiscal management (including the enforcement of courtjudgments) – all the while being cognizant that the primary purpose of the court is the equitableadministration of justice in a manner that does not discriminate against any individual – and to do soindependent of local government economics. Third, to ensure that each individual defendant who appears in court is left with the belief that s/he was treatedfairly and with respect, regardless of the Court’s ultimate decision. This is particularly important in MunicipalCourt because it is a civil court, not a criminal court – which means that the court cannot appoint an attorneyfor a minor or an impoverished adult – and also means that the prosecutor can compel a defendant to testify,and that no defendant is entitled to a jury trial. Fourth, the Court must protect the community and reduce recidivism by fair sentencing and ensuringdefendants – particularly minors – leave with an understanding that there are consequences to actionswhether by the imposition of forfeitures, community service or other sentencing options. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 160 Expenditures - Municipal Court Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Municipal Court Millions Operating ExpendituresInterdepartmental ExpensesSalary & Fringes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $0.1 $0.2 $0.3 $0.4 $0.5 $0.6 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Salaries 22332-50100 $193,464 $216,963 $214,234 $224,073 4.6% Part Time Salaries 22332-50200 $23,740 $27,391 $31,075 $31,075 0% Overtime 22332-50300 $205 $0 $0 $0 0% Residency 22332-50400 $3,892 $5,651 $5,676 $5,982 5.4% FICA 22332-51010 $15,672 $18,032 $19,201 $19,633 2.2% WRS 22332-51100 $9,242 $10,116 $10,256 $11,198 9.2% Health Care 22332-51200 $42,120 $45,000 $64,637 $69,600 7.7% Mileage 22332-51810 $341 $363 $400 $520 30% Total Salary & Fringes: $288,676 $323,516 $345,479 $362,081 4.8% Operating Expenditures Contracted Services 22332-52200 $14 $421 $1,000 $990 -1% Property/Equipment Rental 22332-52210 $670 $893 $1,530 $1,773 15.9% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 161 Office Supplies 22332-53100 $2,530 $1,147 $2,400 $2,960 23.3% Postage & Shipping 22332-53110 $2,955 $3,553 $4,000 $4,000 0% Copying & Printing 22332-53160 $581 $390 $500 $500 0% Memberships 22332-53265 $190 $190 $250 $260 4% Education/Training/Conferences 22332-53800 $1,519 $1,637 $1,918 $1,798 -6.3% Total Operating Expenditures: $8,458 $8,231 $11,598 $12,281 5.9% Interdepartmental Expenses I/S Building Occupancy 22332-55100 $27,049 $28,102 $61,042 $68,404 12.1% I/S City Telephone System 22332-55200 $1,294 $2,129 $0 $0 0% I/S Information Systems 22332-55400 $19,614 $30,478 $38,222 $38,746 1.4% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $47,957 $60,709 $99,264 $107,150 7.9% Total Expense Objects: $345,091 $392,456 $456,341 $481,512 5.5% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 162 Revenues - Municipal Court Revenues by Source Property Taxes (62.6%)Property Taxes (62.6%)Property Taxes (62.6%) Fines & Forfeitures (37.4%)Fines & Forfeitures (37.4%)Fines & Forfeitures (37.4%) Revenue Source Property Taxes Property Taxes 22332-41110 $210,544 $228,580 $286,341 $301,512 5.3% Total Property Taxes: $210,544 $228,580 $286,341 $301,512 5.3% Fines & Forfeitures Muni Court Fines 22332-45110 $137,550 $157,641 $170,000 $180,000 5.9% Total Fines & Forfeitures: $137,550 $157,641 $170,000 $180,000 5.9% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 22332-48100 $5,382 $8,041 $0 $0 0% Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $5,382 $8,041 $0 $0 0% Total Revenue Source: $353,475 $394,263 $456,341 $481,512 5.5% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 163 CEMETERY Tom Molbeck Director of Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services MISSION STATEMENT It is the mission of the Mound and Graceland Cemetery to provide respectful and affordable interment services thatmeet the cultural, economic, religious and social needs of the community. FUNCTION The Cemetery Division consists of two cemeteries….Mound and Graceland. Maintain the grounds, buildings and equipment To strengthen the cemetery as an inviting space remembrance, contemplation and healing To enhance the cemeteries’ ability to memorialize the history of Racine and history of people To create an attractive environment that will encourage people to come and enjoy art, nature and civic history 2025 SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED Rebirth of the Mound Crypt Fountain Working with MIS to replace the SIMS Program Repaved a section of road in Mound Cemetery 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES War Memorial facility inspection with maintenance and repair Dredging work on Graceland Cemetery Pond with DPW Replace SIMS with NEW System with MIS Department Repave section of cemetery roads in Mound and Graceland Cemeteries 2026 SIGNIFICANT OPERATING OR PROGRAM FUNDING No significant increase 2026 FEES AND CHARGE 10% increase in all Fees and Charges City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 164 Expenditures - Cemetery Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Cemetery Millions Interdepartmental ExpensesSalary & FringesOperating Expenditures FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $0.2 $0.4 $0.6 $0.8 $1 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Salaries 22450-50100 $125,366 $132,983 $134,320 $145,794 8.5% FICA 22450-51010 $8,983 $9,505 $10,276 $11,154 8.5% WRS 22450-51100 $8,532 $9,178 $9,335 $10,497 12.4% Health Care 22450-51200 $42,120 $45,000 $64,637 $69,600 7.7% Total Salary & Fringes: $185,001 $196,667 $218,568 $237,045 8.5% Operating Expenditures Contracted Services 22450-52200 $249,180 $315,221 $349,000 $349,000 0% Banking/Financial Charges 22450-52220 $4,353 $8,280 $4,000 $4,000 0% Advertising 22450-52315 $300 $300 $300 $300 0% Office Supplies 22450-53100 $3,114 $3,436 $4,500 $4,500 0% Postage & Shipping 22450-53110 $202 $0 $200 $200 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 165 Work Supplies 22450-53200 $1,456 $2,313 $0 $0 0% Utilities 22450-53300 $31,027 $36,750 $38,000 $38,000 0% Grounds Repairs &Maintenance 22450-54300 $1,567 $17,508 $15,000 $15,000 0% Total Operating Expenditures: $291,199 $383,807 $411,000 $411,000 0% Interdepartmental Expenses I/S Building Occupancy 22450-55100 $81,337 $84,469 $87,742 $98,380 12.1% I/S City Telephone System 22450-55200 $366 $602 $0 $0 0% I/S Garage Fuel 22450-55300 $1,224 $1,008 $1,800 $1,200 -33.3% I/S Garage Labor 22450-55310 $2,751 $560 $3,000 $3,180 6% I/S Garage Materials 22450-55320 $582 $87 $1,000 $1,060 6% I/S Information Systems 22450-55400 $14,167 $19,334 $22,081 $23,108 4.7% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $100,427 $106,060 $115,623 $126,928 9.8% Total Expense Objects: $576,627 $686,534 $745,191 $774,973 4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 166 Revenues - Cemetery Budgeted and Historical Revenues by Source Millions Miscellaneous RevenuesOther Financing SourcesProperty TaxesCharges for Services FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $0.2 $0.4 $0.6 $0.8 $1 Revenue Source Property Taxes Property Taxes 22450-41110 $219,129 $164,313 $0 $64,973 N/A Total Property Taxes: $219,129 $164,313 $0 $64,973 N/A Charges for Services Cemetery Charges 22450-46540 $315,040 $383,056 $700,000 $710,000 1.4% Total Charges for Services: $315,040 $383,056 $700,000 $710,000 1.4% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 22450-48100 $20,369 $19,887 $0 $0 0% Donations/Contributions 22450-48500 $180 $580 $0 $0 0% Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $20,549 $20,467 $0 $0 0% Other Financing Sources Fund Balance Applied 22450-49300 $0 $0 $45,191 $0 -100% Total Other FinancingSources: $0 $0 $45,191 $0 -100% Total Revenue Source: $554,718 $567,836 $745,191 $774,973 4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 167 NEIGHBORHOOD ENHANCEMENT DIVISION Walter Williams Director of City Development MISSION STATEMENT Neighborhood Enhancement Division strives to make an impact on and improve the health, safety, and welfare of all neighborhoods by improving the City’s housing stock, and improving the quality of life for the citizens of the City of Racine. FUNCTION To establish regularly scheduled, systematic inspections of residential rental dwelling units within neighborhood stabilization and enhancement districts within the city to ensure that those units provide safe, decent, and sanitary living conditions for tenants living in the residential rental dwelling unit and to prevent further deterioration of those units. The division provides data and documentation to support the City of Racine’s effort to identify and reduce the number of chronic nuisance properties that occur within the city. This division encourages property owners who own and operate residential rental dwelling units to exercise their responsibility to ensure that the city ordinances governing the condition and maintenance of residential rental dwelling units are followed to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public and prevent blighted conditions in city neighborhoods. 2026 Goal-Setting Statements Goal Statement Neighborhood Enhancement 1. Reduce the number of properties classified as “chronic nuisances” by 20-25% within one year through acombination of collaborative efforts and targeted enforcement. Increase the number of property owners who develop and implement nuisance abatement plans by 25%. 2. Achieve and maintain a property registration rate of at least 95% of all eligible residential rental and commercial properties in the City of Racine by the end of 2026. 3. Reduce the average time to resolve a code violation by 20% to improve operational efficiency and address public concerns more quickly. Increase the number of proactive property inspections by 20% to preventthe spread of blight and maintain neighborhood aesthetics. Increase the number of inspections to 2500 annually. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 168 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Neighborhood Enhancement Division Budgeted and History of Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - NeighborhoodEnhancement Division Millions Interdepartmental ExpensesOperating ExpendituresSalary & Fringes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $0.25 $0.5 $0.75 $1 $1.25 $1.5 $1.75 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Salaries 22560-50100 $192,678 $218,033 $238,809 $259,127 8.5% Full Time Salaries-CDBg 22560-50100-60025 $395,833 $337,212 $421,461 $444,346 5.4% Part Time Salaries 22560-50200 $401 $0 $11,862 $11,788 -0.6% Overtime 22560-50300 $809 $406 $0 $0 0% Residency 22560-50400 $10,788 $11,434 $11,438 $12,221 6.8% FICA 22560-51010 $16,887 $12,607 $22,116 $23,307 5.4% FICA-CDBG 22560-51010-60025 $29,332 $30,792 $32,243 $33,939 5.3% WRS 22560-51100 $13,902 $9,980 $17,393 $19,537 12.3% WRS-CDBG 22560-51100-60025 $26,936 $28,710 $29,290 $31,994 9.2% Health Care 22560-51200 $147,420 $231,770 $119,292 $111,366 -6.6% Health Care 22560-51200-60025 $0 $0 $174,504 $174,834 0.2% Mileage 22560-51810 $26,100 $21,825 $27,000 $21,600 -20% Total Salary & Fringes: $861,087 $902,768 $1,105,408 $1,144,059 3.5% Operating Expenditures Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 169 Professional Services 22560-52100 $1,582 $0 $0 $0 0% Contracted Services 22560-52200 $294,650 $214,661 $300,000 $250,000 -16.7% Raze Board Remove Buildings 22560-52390 $21,800 $3,610 $0 $0 0% Office Supplies 22560-53100 $1,449 $1,968 $2,500 $3,500 40% Postage & Shipping 22560-53110 $0 $0 $10,000 $10,000 0% Publications & Subscriptions 22560-53115 $1,363 $0 $250 $250 0% Copying & Printing 22560-53160 $720 $2,054 $5,000 $5,000 0% Work Supplies 22560-53200 $1,488 $1,070 $2,500 $3,500 40% Work Supplies-CDBG 22560-53200-60025 $27,165 $0 $0 $0 0% Memberships 22560-53265 $0 $0 $500 $250 -50% External Communication Service22560-53360 $2,016 $6,614 $7,200 $7,200 0% Education/Training/Conferences 22560-53800 $8,004 $0 $2,500 $2,500 0% Travel 22560-53810 $0 $0 $5,000 $5,000 0% Software Maintenance 22560-54500 $0 $18,000 $18,000 $0 -100% Total Operating Expenditures: $360,236 $247,977 $353,450 $287,200 -18.7% Interdepartmental Expenses I/S Building Occupancy 22560-55100 $0 $0 $0 $23,403 N/A Equipment/Storage Rent 22560-55500 $576 $0 $2,320 $2,500 7.8% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $576 $0 $2,320 $25,903 1,016.5% Total Expense Objects: $1,221,899 $1,150,745 $1,461,178 $1,457,162 -0.3% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 170 Revenues - Neighborhood Enhancement Division Budgeted and Historical 2026 Revenues by Source Millions Other TaxesMiscellaneous RevenuesProperty TaxesLicenses & PermitsCharges for ServicesOther Financing Sources FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $0.25 $0.5 $0.75 $1 $1.25 $1.5 $1.75 Revenue Source Property Taxes Property Taxes 22560-41110 $144,731 $168,450 $220,680 $162,049 -26.6% Total Property Taxes: $144,731 $168,450 $220,680 $162,049 -26.6% Other Taxes Sales Tax Discount 22560-41222 $80 $76 $0 $0 0% Total Other Taxes: $80 $76 $0 $0 0% Licenses & Permits Property Inspection Fee 22560-44310 $277,269 $197,400 $250,000 $275,000 10% Property Registration 22560-44930 $0 $0 $23,000 $30,000 30.4% Total Licenses & Permits: $277,269 $197,400 $273,000 $305,000 11.7% Charges for Services Highway/Street Charges 22560-46310 $13,995 $4,620 $10,000 $25,000 150% Weed and NuisanceControl 22560-46440 $307,122 $230,350 $250,000 $250,000 0% Board Up Buildings 22560-46441 $8,646 $0 $30,000 $30,000 0% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 171 Charges-Parks 22560-46720 $2,550 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Charges for Services: $332,313 $234,971 $290,000 $305,000 5.2% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 22560-48100 $20,115 $25,211 $20,000 $0 -100% Over/Short 22560-48910 -$4 $0 $0 $0 0% Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $20,110 $25,211 $20,000 $0 -100% Other Financing Sources Transfer from SpecialRevenue 22560-49220 $479,266 $396,713 $657,498 $685,113 4.2% Total Other FinancingSources: $479,266 $396,713 $657,498 $685,113 4.2% Total Revenue Source: $1,253,769 $1,022,820 $1,461,178 $1,457,162 -0.3% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 172 SANITARY SEWER MAINTENANCE John Rooney Commissioner of Public Works MISSION STATEMENT The Sanitary Sewer Maintenance (SSM) is a self-sustaining Special Revenue Fund enacted in 2008 to ensure the sanitary sewer collection system is in a good state of repair, effectively transport sewage to the wastewater treatment plant, and to protect the health of our citizenry and environment. FUNCTION The Sanitary Sewer Maintenance account funds the cost of repair and replacement to the sewer collection system and to sanitary sewer laterals from the right of way line to the sanitary sewer main. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. The SSM fund has replaced or repaired over 2,000 sanitary sewer laterals in the past 10 years. The SSM addresses a ~$25 million backlog in sewer system deficiencies annually via repair, replacement or relining projects. This is achieved by programming approximately $2M in various investigative, engineering and rehabilitation strategies over the next decade. Lateral repairs and replacements are increasing every year in numbers and dollar amount.In 2025 the lateral program utilized an estimated 45% of the annual $2M, which reduces the programed amount available for mainline repairs and replacement. While this provides great service to individual property owners and I/I reduction in laterals, it means reduced funding to address the backlog of deficiencies in the overall collection system. Currently, the funding is only allowing the city to address about 0.5% of the collection system annually. With sewer pipe having a service life of ~100 years, the SSM should be doubling its investment annually to ensure we are replacing assets at least as fast as they deteriorate. 2026 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES 1. The SSM will continue its annual mission to reduce the backlog of deficiencies while also funding infrastructure associated with 2026 City Engineering projects and addressing sanitary sewers on several STP-U projects: Mt. Pleasant Street and the City’s portion of Spring Street projects. 2. The SSM will fund the preparation of plans, specifications, estimate and construction for the Greater North Bay full sanitary lateral lining project. Based on the findings obtained with pre and post flow monitoring in the sanitary sewer drainage basin in this area, we will be able to quantify those findings to implement a long-range plan to reduce infiltration and inflow (I / I) city-wide. 3. Draft an ordinance requiring sump pump installation for homes prior to the point of sale pursuant to eligibility requirements funded under the Sump Pump Program. An eligible home is one that was constructed prior to 1955 and does not currently have a sump pump and the foundation drain is connected to the sewer lateral. The Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Fund will fund the sump pump install as a condition of the sale of the home. SIGNIFICANT FUNDING OR PROGRAM CHANGES IN 2026 1. The City is creating a Project Coordinator position, funded through the surcharge fund, to oversee major city projects with a primary focus on the Sump Pump Program. Under the supervision of the Director of Customer Service, this role will lead public outreach and guide residents through program applications and other processes for initiatives aimed at reducing Inflow and Infiltration (I-I) into the sewer system. The Project Coordinator will use all available methods to engage the community, support the implementation of new and existing programs, and collaborate with city departments to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of sewer infrastructure projects and the wastewater treatment system. 2. The SSM fund receives ~$1,000,000 annually in RWWU surcharge revenue to assist with the aging infrastructure. The SSM fund (currently at $93/lateral) is the only other revenue source to address aging infrastructure costs. The cost of repairing and replacing infrastructure gets more expensive every year. In addition, the cost and frequency of sanitary sewer lateral repairs and replacements continued to rise in 2025. Every year the percentage of funding that is used on lateral repairs goes up, taking away from the money that could be used to decrease the $25M of mainline sanitary sewer deficiencies. An increase to $97.00 / lateral would increase the fund an estimated $110,000. The fee should be increased frequently to address the increasing cost of infrastructure to help bridge the funding gap. These funds will be used to address various storage and I/I reduction projects to keep the City of Racine from any imposed moratoriums on sewer extensions by the Racine Wastewater Utility Commission. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 173 Expenditures - Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Sanitary SewerMaintenance Millions Interdepartmental ExpensesSalary & FringesDebt ServiceOperating ExpendituresCapital Outlay FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $2 $4 $6 $8 Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Salaries 22640-50100 $144,501 $159,970 $241,905 $339,536 40.4% Full Time Salaries 22640-50100-40101 $0 $0 $0 $63,000 N/A FICA 22640-51010 $10,421 $11,563 $18,507 $25,883 39.9% FICA 22640-51010-40101 $0 $0 $0 $4,800 N/A WRS 22640-51100 $9,828 $11,040 $16,812 $24,448 45.4% WRS 22640-51100-40101 $0 $0 $0 $4,500 N/A Health Care 22640-51200 $49,172 $65,154 $138,287 $110,009 -20.4% Health Care 22640-51200-40101 $0 $0 $0 $32,000 N/A Total Salary & Fringes: $213,922 $247,728 $415,511 $604,176 45.4% Operating Expenditures Professional Services 22640-52100 $33,947 $48,872 $75,051 $50,000 -33.4% Professional Services 22640-52100-40101 $0 $0 $300,000 $300,000 0% Contracted Services 22640-52200-40101 $0 $0 $0 $350,000 N/A Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 174 Redevelopment Assistance 22640-52420-40101 $0 $0 $300,000 $300,000 0% Memberships 22640-53265 $1,030 $0 $1,100 $1,100 0% External Communication Service22640-53360 $1,610 $1,064 $2,000 $2,000 0% Refunds 22640-53430 $0 $0 $500 $0 -100% Education/Training/Conferences 22640-53800 $83 $100 $200 $200 0% Travel 22640-53810 $47 $0 $100 $100 0% Infrastructure Repairs 22640-54400 $618,972 $836,235 $850,000 $900,000 5.9% Transfer to Capital Projects 22640-59400 $0 $201,925 $0 $0 0% Total Operating Expenditures: $655,688 $1,088,196 $1,528,951 $1,903,400 24.5% Interdepartmental Expenses I/S Information Systems 22640-55400 $3,882 $5,049 $5,538 $5,880 6.2% Total InterdepartmentalExpenses: $3,882 $5,049 $5,538 $5,880 6.2% Capital Outlay Paving 22640-57500 $11,090 $0 $400,000 $300,000 -25% Sanitary Sewers 22640-57560 $776,074 $792,738 $950,000 $1,100,000 15.8% Sanitary Sewers 22640-57560-40101 $0 $0 $1,300,000 $1,500,000 15.4% Total Capital Outlay: $787,164 $792,738 $2,650,000 $2,900,000 9.4% Debt Service Principal 22640-58100-40101 $0 $0 $1,978,400 $974,555 -50.7% Interest 22640-58200-40101 $0 $0 $0 $349,145 N/A Total Debt Service: $0 $0 $1,978,400 $1,323,700 -33.1% Total Expense Objects: $1,660,656 $2,133,711 $6,578,400 $6,737,156 2.4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 175 Revenues - Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Budgeted and Historical Revenues by Source Percentage Miscellaneous RevenuesCharges for Services FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY20260% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Revenue Source Charges for Services Sanitary Sewer Charges 22640-46410 $2,200,425 $2,609,035 $2,700,000 $2,842,100 5.3% Sanitary Sewer Charges 22640-46410-40101 $0 $0 $3,878,400 $3,878,000 0% Total Charges for Services: $2,200,425 $2,609,035 $6,578,400 $6,720,100 2.2% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 22640-48100 $80,759 $152,816 $0 $17,056 N/A Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $80,759 $152,816 $0 $17,056 N/A Total Revenue Source: $2,281,184 $2,761,851 $6,578,400 $6,737,156 2.4% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 176 ROOM TAX Walter Williams Director of City Development MISSION The Mission of the Room Tax Fund is to utilize the Room Tax revenues assessed and collected in the City to support tourism development and promotion in the most cost-effective and impactful means possible. Ultimately, to further expand the economic activity and impact generated in the City as a result of visitor spending and over-night lodging stays by individuals and families traveling to Racine from outside the region. FUNCTION This fund is used to account for all proceeds from Room Taxes received by the City from the Room Tax levied and imposed by the City (at a rate of 8% of gross receipts) against the retail furnishing of rooms and lodging within the city, consistent with Section 66.75, Wis. Stats, as amended and all expenditures including payments to the established tourism entity. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 177 Expenditures - Room Tax Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Room Tax Percentage Salary & FringesOperating Expenditures FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY20260% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Overtime 22860-50300 $0 $0 $130,800 $90,000 -31.2% Total Salary & Fringes: $0 $0 $130,800 $90,000 -31.2% Operating Expenditures Contracted Services 22860-52200 $44,625 $49,672 $90,000 $165,000 83.3% Special Programs/Events 22860-52350 $0 $0 $60,000 $10,000 -83.3% Room Tax Allocation 22860-52450 $295,468 $362,703 $300,000 $282,200 -5.9% Room Tax Grants 22860-52460 $7,803 $32,539 $0 $33,000 N/A Total OperatingExpenditures: $347,896 $444,914 $450,000 $490,200 8.9% Total Expense Objects: $347,896 $444,914 $580,800 $580,200 -0.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 178 Revenues - Room Tax Budgeted and Historical Revenues by Source Percentage Miscellaneous RevenuesOther Financing SourcesOther Taxes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY20260% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Revenue Source Other Taxes Room Taxes 22860-41210 $421,678 $516,197 $418,800 $343,200 -18.1% Airbnb Room Tax 22860-41211 $165,200 $263,664 $140,000 $140,000 0% Total Other Taxes: $586,878 $779,861 $558,800 $483,200 -13.5% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 22860-48100 $25,720 $40,350 $0 $0 0% Donations/Contributions 22860-48500 $22,313 $22,313 $22,000 $22,000 0% Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $48,033 $62,662 $22,000 $22,000 0% Other Financing Sources Fund Balance Applied 22860-49300 $0 $0 $0 $75,000 N/A Total Other FinancingSources: $0 $0 $0 $75,000 N/A Total Revenue Source: $634,911 $842,524 $580,800 $580,200 -0.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 179 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS MISSION STATEMENT Prudently manage the outstanding debt of the City while maintaining a strong debt rating and minimizing the interest paid and the tax levy impact on the City taxpayer. FUNCTION Debt service funds are setup to account for the accumulation of resources used for the payment of principal, interest, and fiscal charges associated with all Municipal debt. These debts were incurred for many purposes including, but not limited to, annual capital and infrastructure improvements, equipment purchases, Tax Incremental District improvements. The City typically borrows between $15 and $20 million a year, although that can fluctuate based on the capital needs each year. Interest payments are due bi-annually generally on June 1, and December 1, and principal payments are due annually, generally December 1. Each year with the annual borrowing, the City’s financial advisor provides the Finance Committee Common Council with an overall short and long term debt service plan based on current debt outstanding and assumptions built from the City’s 10 year capital improvement plan. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 180 Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Debt Services Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Appropriation Unit - Debt Services Millions Operating ExpendituresDebt Service FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $10 $20 $30 $40 $50 Expense Objects Operating Expenditures Transfer to CapitalProjects 30001-59400 $0 $0 $0 $500,000 N/A Total OperatingExpenditures: $0 $0 $0 $500,000 N/A Debt Service Principal 30001-58100 $37,530,000 $16,620,000 $18,005,000 $17,355,000 -3.6% Interest 30001-58200 $3,258,012 $3,428,416 $3,353,735 $5,257,264 56.8% Other Fiscal Charges 30001-58300 $229,044 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Debt Service: $41,017,056 $20,048,416 $21,358,735 $22,612,264 5.9% Total Expense Objects: $41,017,056 $20,048,416 $21,358,735 $23,112,264 8.2% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 181 Revenues - Debt Service Budgeted and Historical Revenues by Source Millions Other Financing SourcesProperty Taxes FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $10 $20 $30 $40 $50 Revenue Source Property Taxes Property Taxes 30001-41110 $18,600,000 $19,475,474 $20,512,890 $22,881,089 11.5% Total Property Taxes: $18,600,000 $19,475,474 $20,512,890 $22,881,089 11.5% Other Financing Sources Transfer from CapProjects 30001-49240 $4,134,680 $719,925 $745,845 $231,175 -69% Fund Balance Applied 30001-49300 $0 $0 $100,000 $0 -100% Refunding BondProceeds 30001-49500 $17,775,000 $0 $0 $0 0% Refunding BondPremium 30001-49510 $666,217 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Other FinancingSources: $22,575,897 $719,925 $845,845 $231,175 -72.7% Total Revenue Source: $41,175,897 $20,195,399 $21,358,735 $23,112,264 8.2% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 182 CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS Capital Projects Funds are used to account for and report financial resources that are restricted,committed, or assigned to expenditure for capital outlays, including the acquisition or construction of capital facilities and other capital assets. The City has four capital project funds - General Obligation Fund, Equipment Replacement Fund, and Intergovernmental RevenueSharing Fund, and Equipment Leasing Fund. Expenditures-Capital Project Funds $25,117,330$3,217,599 (14.69% vs. prior year) GO Bond Fund $14,558,263 $13,552,697 $14,719,596 $16,887,462 14.7% Equipment Replacement Fund $3,407,177 $4,353,103 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Equip Lease $120,025 $326,187 $298,000 $594,000 99.3% Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing $393,021 $212,015 $2,770,000 $3,742,000 35.1% Total: $18,478,486 $18,444,001 $21,899,731 $25,117,330 14.7% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 183 Revenues-Capital Project Funds $25,117,330$3,217,599 (14.69% vs. prior year) GO Bond Fund $15,209,020 $13,842,021 $14,719,596 $16,887,462 14.7% Equipment Replacement Fund $3,437,453 $4,264,894 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Equip Lease $590,915 $362,369 $298,000 $594,000 99.3% Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing $2,938,894 $3,230,114 $2,770,000 $3,742,000 35.1% Total: $22,176,283 $21,699,397 $21,899,731 $25,117,330 14.7% Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 184 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS MISSION STATEMENT Develop and recommend an annual plan based on the 10 year capital plan including requests submitted by City Departments while prioritizing based on project availability within the 10 year capital plan and the ability of the project funding to fit within the City’s funding and debt service limitations. FUNCTION The General Obligation Bond fund is used to account for those capital projects that are financed by the City’s annual long term borrowing, meaning that the projects or equipment have a useful life of more than 10 years. The primary focus of the fund is maintain the structural integrity of the City’s infrastructure and replacement or improvement of equipment and facilities. Costs included primarily relate to the rehabilitation or reconstruction of streets, street lights, traffic control, fiber, buildings, bridges, sidewalks, parking, forestry, parks, pedestrian pathways and the acquisition or replacement of technology equipment and large rolling stock. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 185 Expenditures by Function - General Obligation Funds Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Function - General Obligation Funds Millions Police DepartmentLibraryFire DepartmentParks, Recreation, Cultural ServicesAdministration DepartmentPublic Works FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $5 $10 $15 $20 Expenditures Capital Outlay Administration Department $1,293,418 $2,380,533 $1,982,657 $2,438,000 23% Fire Department $702,684 $866,082 $635,000 $575,000 -9.4% Police Department $8,020 $939 $190,000 $0 -100% Public Works $8,759,511 $8,516,745 $9,309,959 $11,571,343 24.3% Parks, Recreation, CulturalServices $3,790,545 $1,788,398 $2,601,980 $2,303,119 -11.5% Library $4,084 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Capital Outlay: $14,558,263 $13,552,697 $14,719,596 $16,887,462 14.7% Total Expenditures: $14,558,263 $13,552,697 $14,719,596 $16,887,462 14.7% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 186 Expenditure Detail - General Obligation Funds Expense Objects Salary & Fringes Full Time Salaries 45040-50100 $524,026 $525,174 $588,403 $604,186 2.7% Part Time Salaries 45040-50200 $59 $9,369 $52,498 $36,418 -30.6% Overtime 45040-50300 $17,430 $55,775 $0 $0 0% FICA 45040-51010 $39,715 $43,391 $49,026 $48,135 -1.8% WRS 45040-51100 $36,847 $40,068 $43,090 $44,349 2.9% Health Care 45040-51200 $95,140 $88,650 $174,942 $173,255 -1% Mileage 45040-51810 $4,548 $5,691 $0 $0 0% Full Time Salaries 45050-50100 $43,608 $64,071 $65,499 $71,240 8.8% FICA 45050-51010 $2,923 $4,171 $5,011 $5,450 8.8% WRS 45050-51100 $2,965 $4,423 $4,552 $5,129 12.7% Health Care 45050-51200 $0 $22,500 $32,318 $34,800 7.7% Total Salary & Fringes: $767,260 $863,281 $1,015,339 $1,022,962 0.8% Operating Expenditures Transfer to Capital Projects 45010-59400 $0 $875,000 $0 $0 0% Transfer to Enterprise 45010-59600 $241,766 $204,923 $995,000 $1,390,100 39.7% Transfer to Internal Service 45010-59700 $868,121 $516,235 $937,657 $997,900 6.4% Total OperatingExpenditures: $1,109,887 $1,596,158 $1,932,657 $2,388,000 23.6% Capital Outlay Building Improvements-LKCCC 45010-57200-22912 $0 $28,083 $0 $0 0% Equipment 45010-57300 $114,640 $532,033 $50,000 $50,000 0% Fire-BuildingImprovements 45030-57200 $177,795 $191,000 $220,000 $175,000 -20.5% Equipment 45030-57300 $461,943 $55,726 $40,000 $0 -100% Fire-Equipment-Vehicles 45030-57310 $39,866 $381,095 $275,000 $400,000 45.5% Fire -CommunicationsEquipment 45030-57350 $23,081 $238,262 $100,000 $0 -100% Pd-Building Improvements 45031-57200 $8,020 $0 $0 $0 0% Pd-Equipment 45031-57300 $0 $939 $0 $0 0% Pd-Equipment-Vehicles 45031-57310 $0 $0 $190,000 $0 -100% Dpw-Land 45040-57100 $951 $0 $0 $0 0% Dpw-Land Improvements 45040-57110 $4,352,663 $2,494,272 $690,000 $2,075,000 200.7% Dpw-BuildingImprovements 45040-57200 $497,835 $2,191,402 $2,526,000 $3,055,000 20.9% Dpw-Equipment 45040-57300 $18,061 $8,006 $0 $0 0% Dpw-Equipment-Vehicles 45040-57310 $0 $0 $125,000 $1,785,000 1,328% Dpw-Paving 45040-57500 $1,597,842 $2,226,731 $2,431,000 $1,970,000 -19% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 187 Paving 45040-57500-40003 $104,213 $227,364 $1,464,000 $1,175,000 -19.7% Dpw-Sidewalks 45040-57515 $69,397 $71,537 $80,000 $130,000 62.5% Dpw-Street Lighting 45040-57520 $617,777 $466,984 $185,000 $215,000 16.2% Dpw-Traffic Control 45040-57530 $0 $0 $65,000 $85,000 30.8% Dpw-Bridges-Local 45040-57540 $15,592 $1,500 $500,000 $0 -100% Bridges-State 45040-57545-40003 $767,419 $60,831 $336,000 $175,000 -47.9% Parks-Land Improvements 45050-57110 $2,695,264 $1,487,319 $1,715,100 $1,406,500 -18% Land Improvements-FEMA45050-57110-40009 $303,204 $0 $0 $0 0% Land Improvements 45050-57110-40013 $0 $177,380 $0 $0 0% Parks-BuildingImprovements 45050-57200 $594,146 $27,431 $160,500 $304,000 89.4% Parks-Equipment 45050-57300 $148,435 $0 $329,000 $85,000 -74.2% Parks-Equipment-Vehicles 45050-57310 $0 $1,105 $290,000 $391,000 34.8% Building Improvements 45055-57200 $4,084 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Capital Outlay: $12,612,225 $10,868,999 $11,771,600 $13,476,500 14.5% Debt Service Other Fiscal Charges 45010-58300 $68,891 $224,259 $0 $0 0% Total Debt Service: $68,891 $224,259 $0 $0 0% Total Expense Objects: $14,558,263 $13,552,697 $14,719,596 $16,887,462 14.7% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adoptedvs. FY2026Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 188 Revenues - General Obligation Bonds Revenue Source Intergovernmental Revenues State Grant-Emergency GovPlan 45050-43528-40009 $0 $231,845 $0 $0 0% State Grant-Emergency GovPlan 45050-43528-40013 $0 $165,880 $0 $0 0% Total IntergovernmentalRevenues: $0 $397,725 $0 $0 0% Charges for Services Sidewalk Charges 45040-46322 $0 $25 $0 $0 0% Total Charges for Services: $0 $25 $0 $0 0% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 45010-48100 $519,045 $428,425 $0 $0 0% Sale of Property-DPW 45040-48303 $0 $0 $0 $81,000 N/A Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $519,045 $428,425 $0 $81,000 N/A Other Financing Sources Bond Proceeds 45010-49100 $14,642,336 $12,330,000 $14,719,596 $16,806,462 14.2% Bond Premium 45010-49110 $47,639 $685,846 $0 $0 0% Total Other FinancingSources: $14,689,975 $13,015,846 $14,719,596 $16,806,462 14.2% Total Revenue Source: $15,209,020 $13,842,021 $14,719,596 $16,887,462 14.7% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 189 EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT FUND MISSION STATEMENT Develop and recommend an equipment replacement plan based on the 10 year capital plan including requests submitted by City Departments while prioritizing based on the ability of the funding to fit within the City’s funding and debt service limitations. FUNCTION The Equipment Replacement fund is used to account for those items that have useful lives of less than 10 years and are financed by the City’s annual short term borrowing The primary focus of the fund is maintain a consistent replacement schedule for various equipment within the City in attempts to stabilize maintenance costs. Costs included relate to the replacement or purchase of small equipment, vehicles, and minor land and building improvements. Small equipment includes items like camera’s, laptops, computers and tasers. Vehicles include wheel loaders, rescue squads, dump trucks and pickups. Minor land and building improvements include planting, tree felling, lighting, painting, carpet, cabinets and office equipment. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 190 Expenditures- Equipment Replacement Fund Budgeted and Historical Expenditures by Function - Equipment Replacement Fund Millions Fire DepartmentPublic WorksParks, Recreation, Cultural ServicesPolice DepartmentAdministration Department FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $1 $2 $3 $4 $5 Expenditures Capital Outlay Administration Department $876,116 $1,377,975 $965,535 $1,529,168 58.4% Fire Department $133,194 $358,809 $587,000 $150,000 -74.4% Police Department $1,116,840 $695,399 $716,200 $1,375,000 92% Public Works $477,551 $1,205,226 $983,000 $382,000 -61.1% Parks, Recreation, CulturalServices $803,476 $715,694 $860,400 $457,700 -46.8% Total Capital Outlay: $3,407,177 $4,353,103 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Total Expenditures: $3,407,177 $4,353,103 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Name ERPCode FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 191 Expenditure Detail - Equipment Replacement Fund Expense Objects Operating Expenditures Transfer to Capital Projects 45110-59400 $153,778 $0 $0 $0 0% Transfer to Enterprise 45110-59600 $0 $85,000 $100,000 $130,000 30% Transfer to Internal Service 45110-59700 $722,338 $1,292,975 $865,535 $1,349,168 55.9% Property/Equipment Rental 45131-52210 $960 $0 $0 $0 0% Total Operating Expenditures: $877,076 $1,377,975 $965,535 $1,479,168 53.2% Capital Outlay Equipment 45110-57300 $0 $0 $0 $50,000 N/A Building Improvements-PS 45130-57210 $0 $45,500 $0 $0 0% Fire-Equipment 45130-57300 $133,194 $258,163 $467,000 $138,500 -70.3% Fire-Equipment-Vehicles 45130-57310 $0 $55,146 $120,000 $11,500 -90.4% Pd-Equipment 45131-57300 $810,004 $569,279 $341,200 $625,000 83.2% Pd-Equipment-Vehicles 45131-57310 $305,876 $125,819 $375,000 $750,000 100% Pd-CommunicationsEquipment 45131-57350 $0 $301 $0 $0 0% Dpw-Equipment 45140-57300 $0 $0 $0 $94,000 N/A Dpw-Equipment-Vehicles 45140-57310 $182,428 $728,616 $983,000 $267,000 -72.8% Dpw-Equipment Vehicles-Highway 45140-57311 $287,923 $457,790 $0 $0 0% Bridges-Local 45140-57540 $7,200 $18,820 $0 $21,000 N/A Parks-Land Improvements 45150-57110 $208,473 $199,078 $374,600 $200,000 -46.6% Parks-Building Improvements 45150-57200 $59,946 $151,849 $84,500 $90,000 6.5% Parks-Equipment 45150-57300 $40,003 $22,185 $222,300 $53,700 -75.8% Parks-Equipment-Vehicles 45150-57310 $495,054 $342,582 $179,000 $114,000 -36.3% Total Capital Outlay: $2,530,101 $2,975,128 $3,146,600 $2,414,700 -23.3% Total Expense Objects: $3,407,177 $4,353,103 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 192 Revenues - Equipment Replacement Fund Revenue Source Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 45110-48100 $34,789 $42,231 $0 $0 0% Sale of Property-DPW 45140-48303 $0 $27,663 $0 $0 0% Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $34,789 $69,894 $0 $0 0% Other Financing Sources Bond Proceeds 45110-49100 $3,402,664 $4,195,000 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Total Other FinancingSources: $3,402,664 $4,195,000 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Total Revenue Source: $3,437,453 $4,264,894 $4,112,135 $3,893,868 -5.3% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 193 INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE SHARING FUND MISSION STATEMENT Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Funds are intended to be used to supplement and foster economic development in the City of Racine. FUNCTION Fund accounts for the revenues and expenditures associated with the Revenue Sharing portion of the Racine Area Intergovernmental Sanitary Sewer Service, Revenue Sharing, Cooperating and Settlement Agreement. Revenues are mainly received from Caledonia, Mt. Pleasant and Sturtevant. City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 194 Expenditures - Interdepartmental Revenue Sharing Budgeted Expenditures by Expense Type - Equipment Replacement Funds 90.3%90.3%90.3% 9.7%9.7%9.7% Operating Expenditures Capital Outlay Expense Objects Operating Expenditures Professional Services 45260-52100 $307,630 $125,297 $50,000 $50,000 0% Business Development 45260-52230 $22,503 $26,291 $30,000 $30,000 0% Redevelopment Activities 45260-52340 $1,575 $1,110 $2,590,000 $2,800,000 8.1% Facade Program 45260-52410 $30,000 $54,217 $100,000 $0 -100% Grounds Repairs &Maintenance $0 $5,100 $0 $0 0% Transfer to Capital Projects 45260-59400 $31,313 $0 $0 $0 0% Transfer to Component Unit 45260-59800 $0 $0 $0 $500,000 N/A Total OperatingExpenditures: $393,021 $212,015 $2,770,000 $3,380,000 22% Capital Outlay Land Improvements 45260-57110 $0 $0 $0 $362,000 N/A Total Capital Outlay: $0 $0 $0 $362,000 N/A Total Expense Objects: $393,021 $212,015 $2,770,000 $3,742,000 35.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 195 Revenues - Intergovernmental Revenue Sharing Fund Budgeted and Historical Revenues by Source Millions Miscellaneous RevenuesIntergovernmental Revenues FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $1 $2 $3 $4 Revenue Source Intergovernmental Revenues Intergovernmental RevSharing 45260-43790 $2,382,074 $2,465,429 $2,470,000 $3,442,000 39.4% Total IntergovernmentalRevenues: $2,382,074 $2,465,429 $2,470,000 $3,442,000 39.4% Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 45260-48100 $309,913 $289,396 $100,000 $100,000 0% Other Interest 45260-48110 $246,907 $475,289 $200,000 $200,000 0% Total Miscellaneous Revenues: $556,820 $764,685 $300,000 $300,000 0% Total Revenue Source: $2,938,894 $3,230,114 $2,770,000 $3,742,000 35.1% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 196 EQUIPMENT LEASING FUND MISSION STATEMENT Develop and recommend an equipment replacement plan based on the 10 year capital plan including requests submitted by City Departments while prioritizing based on the ability of the funding to fit within the City’s funding and debt service limitations. FUNCTION The Equipment leasing fund is used to account for those items that have a short useful life and are financed using the City's equipment sales proceeds.  The primary focus of the fund is to maintain a revolving fund to support leased fleet vehicles for police, health, and other areas of the City.   Expenditures - Equipment Leasing Funds Expense Objects Operating Expenditures Property/EquipmentRental 45310-52210 $25,848 $52,965 $48,000 $54,000 12.5% Property/EquipmentRental 45331-52210 $94,178 $273,222 $250,000 $540,000 116% Total OperatingExpenditures: $120,025 $326,187 $298,000 $594,000 99.3% Total Expense Objects: $120,025 $326,187 $298,000 $594,000 99.3% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) Revenues - Equipment Leasing Funds Revenue Source Miscellaneous Revenues Interest Income 45310-48100 $3,300 $21,009 $20,000 $10,000 -50% Sale of Property-Other 45310-48309 $182,404 $101,727 $70,000 $20,000 -71.4% Sale of Property-PD 45331-48301 $251,433 $239,634 $170,000 $200,000 17.6% Total MiscellaneousRevenues: $437,137 $362,369 $260,000 $230,000 -11.5% Other Financing Sources Transfer from Cap Projects 45310-49240 $153,778 $0 $0 $0 0% Fund Balance Applied 45310-49300 $0 $0 $38,000 $364,000 857.9% Total Other FinancingSources: $153,778 $0 $38,000 $364,000 857.9% Total Revenue Source: $590,915 $362,369 $298,000 $594,000 99.3% Name ERP Code FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 197 ENTERPRISE FUNDS Enterprise Funds are used to account for and report any activity for which a fee is charged toexternal uses of goods or services, and must be used for activities which meet certain debt or cost recovering criteria. The City's Enterprise Funds include Transit, Parking System, Storm Water Utility, Civic Centre, and Radio Communication Resources. Expenditures - Enterprise Funds $29,827,621$1,166,692 (4.07% vs. prior year) Enterprise Funds Proposed and Historical Budget vs. Actual Actual Budgeted FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026$0 $5M $10M $15M $20M $25M $30M $35M Enterprise Funds Transit $12,746,436 $14,415,311 $14,572,319 $15,556,877 Parking System -$475,634 $1,489,750 $1,863,904 $1,642,403 Stormwater Utility $6,999,689 $6,492,112 $11,525,706 $11,848,341 Civic Centre $577,597 $732,198 $699,000 $780,000 Radio Communication Resources $184,602 $201,027 $0 $0 Total Enterprise Funds: $20,032,689 $23,330,398 $28,660,929 $29,827,621 Name FY2023 Actual FY2024 Actual FY2025 Adopted FY2026 Adopted City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 198 Revenues-Enterprise Funds 50.1%50.1%50.1% 28.9%28.9%28.9% 7.8%7.8%7.8% 6.1%6.1%6.1% 4.9%4.9%4.9% 1.8%1.8%1.8% 0.4%0.4%0.4% 0.000%0.000%0.000% Charges for Services Intergovernmental Revenues Property Taxes Other Financing Sources Intergovernmental Charges for Services Miscellaneous Revenues Fines & Forfeitures Other Taxes Revenue Source Property Taxes $1,347,500 $1,594,000 $1,699,000 $1,950,000 14.8% Other Taxes $61 $48 $0 $50 N/A Intergovernmental Revenues $9,241,593 $9,454,928 $7,433,319 $7,247,777 -2.5% Fines & Forfeitures $75,870 $434 $75,000 $90,000 20% Charges for Services $9,574,753 $12,000,214 $11,572,506 $12,564,974 8.6% Intergovernmental Charges forServices $1,086,174 $1,123,309 $1,100,000 $1,237,000 12.5% Miscellaneous Revenues $348,436 $477,904 $496,200 $455,720 -8.2% Other Financing Sources $241,766 $289,923 $1,668,304 $1,520,100 -8.9% Total Revenue Source: $21,916,152 $24,940,760 $24,044,329 $25,065,621 4.2% Name FY2023Actual FY2024Actual FY2025Adopted FY2026Adopted FY2025 Adopted vs.FY2026 Adopted (%Change) City of Racine, Wisconsin | 2026 Adopted Budget Page 199 TRANSIT Trevor Jung Transit and Mobility Director MISSION STATEMENT Provide and encourage the use of safe and affordable alternative forms of transportation for reasons of economicopportunity, education, equity, development, health, and sustainability. FUNCTION The City of Racine Transit Department, or RYDE Racine, seeks to provide safe, reliable, convenient, and efficient transit service to those in greater Racine by facilitating fixed-route services for the general public and specialized paratransit services for the elderly and disabled to enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors of Racine. SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES RECENTLY ACCOMPLISHED 1. Demonstrated Growth in Ridership Submitted National Transit Database (NTD) metrics showing increased system ridership from 2023 to 2024, with over 1,000,000 unique passenger trips projected for 2025, marking the third consecutive year surpassing the 1 million-ride milestone. 2. Secured Federal Capital Funding Competitively awarded $1.68 million in federal funds to support the replacement of one fixed route bus, two paratransit vehicles, and complete Phase II renovations of the RYDE Racine Maintenance Garage. 3. Completed Major Facility Upgrades Finalized construction on $1.7 million in federally funded enhancements at the 1900 Kentucky Street administrative office, including upgrades to the dispatch center and the addition of a dedicated training space. 4. Scaled Up Access to WisGo Modernized Fare Payment System Extended the WisGo fare payment network to include major satellite retail locations, CVS, Walgreens, Speedway, and Family Dollar, enabling more convenient account reloading options for riders. 5. Expanded Transit ServiceResponded to the significant burden caused by the relocation of the Social Security Office to Mount Pleasant, which moved vital services farther from those who need them most. RYDE Racine provided direct transit access, helping seniors and individuals with disabilities reach the new site. 6. Continued Educational Partnerships Renewed partnerships with Gateway Technical College and Racine Unified School District, contributing to increased system revenue and ridership. 7. Initiated Construction of Solar Array at RYDE Racine Garage Successfully broke ground on the project and finalized the Department of Energy Grant Agreement to launch construction activities. 8. Achieved Statewide R