HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-1973Regular Meeting
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
•4:00 p.m.
.PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (6) - Ewanicki, Parkes, Clynes; Putney, Golder$ Dooming
P _Y 13 r
January 10, 1973
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (4) - Nichols, Barber, Wallace, Meyer Ass't. to Supt. • Dougherty
Attorney - Gersh Ass't Supt. of Public Works - Hannan
Sept. of Public Works - Dingman Deputy City Clerk - Grey
Engineer, - Schlieder
MINUTES: Minutes of the preceeding meeting Were approved as recorded by the Clerk.
JOHN D. MACLEAN: The Clerk read a letter from Attorney Abbott in regard to interest and
penalties paid by his client in 1971 for water and sewer services on Westwood Knoll.
He maintained that the city was at fault for not filing the deeds. He asked the boaird to
act'on this. Attorney Gersh explained that the deeds had been misplaced by the city and
(j recommended payment of this.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Putney
1 'r RESOLVED, That the request of John D. MacLean for reimbursement of $384.35 sat penalties
and interest be approved.
Carried
FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH PARKING: Peter C. Haskell appeared before the tioaxd and asked
tha.t',the three parking meters on the Buffalo Street aid* of the Unitarian thureh be
removed and replace with "No Parking" elan. This Is a busy Intopmetlea and stopping to
discharge passengers creates a t ardship on the children and the elderly. T" ehurch is
used ..not only ; on Sundays but also during -the week dos 'different *vents. , ' Ia f e tfeckiug` ethq
churches he had found that nearly every church has at'least on* side f:rss et parking.'
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
VED, That the request of Mr. Haskell for "Ho larking" #Isms on Buftal* street be
referred tn:the Parking and Traffic Committee for study aad report fads. thirty Qs70i
and
BE TT�IMTHER RESOLVED, That the Tarking and TraffIce Committee law Ike p0i40 to act..r.
Carried
Superintendent Dingman felt that the board should hestitate to arc* watri.l alb, *f the facts
are in. In case of an emergency there would not be any problem lit ootiag to correct then
f' r
but he did not feel that the board should act hastily.
JI&L PARKING STICKERS: Mayor Conley reporto-d'that due to the �rievilepment,of the
downtown area that parking spaces would be at a prerdua. 0pq of Va waya to.: ti3wiato AP
situation is to control the parking spaces at City Hall Parklag'tet''by euttl4lingtthe
isadance of parking stickers.
By' Cosy. Ewanicki : seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the following rules as requested by the Mayor apply for the $Asaange a` 0947
H .parking permits: '
ra. One, for each Alderman.
b. One for each Commissioner of Public Works,
' !'cj emipl.oyee of City Hall who 'regularly uses his -car
on city business and receives remuneration for it.
d. One each, for the Mayor and the' City Controller.
e, One,for the City Chamberlain based bn his use of his personal }"
�•y,f,'r., car for the distribution and collection of transit tokens and r. x
money, and.fot other city financial operations.
't. It: is•. further understood that -the permits issued under the
above guidelines will be used only while parked at,City Hall.
an city. business.
~.g. All other requests for City Hall parking perms will be
refatreA,t6,*be Paitking and Traffic Comittee of the Bacardi of .
Public Works for recoLmendation to the Board.
h. The Superintendent will be responsible for the designation of .i
parking spaces for city -owned vehicles, and for the designation
t: .af. parking spaces under lease agreements with the Town of
Lthata, Tbmpkins Couaty,,and the -Urban Renewal Agency. >
r7f <
Janv mry 10. 1973
NUSSBAUMER & CLAW PAYM iT: Conn. Fwanick
Nussbaum:er and Clarke for consulting servic
of the alternate water supply. Supt. Dingia
ofigialky abandoned and the bill was for s
Since the public hearing Hussbaumer & Clark
requested that they bill us to date. Alder
date on the design. Supt. Dingman reported
of his knowledge. This included the bill n
By Comma. Ewanicki: seconded by. Corm. Clyne
RESOLVED, That the bill of Hussbauuer and C
with the prelizinary design of the alternat
of $3,4g6.70
STATE AID,- SEWAGE PLANT: Comm. Ewanicki
maintenance grants based on cost. This is
e$ch year.,.
By Com<a;. Ewapicki : seconded by Coma. Putn
MS:OLVED,. •That the City Cpntroller be auth
dpp.,tication,for operation and maintenance
facility for the fiscal year 1972.
ANTON EGNER, ASSOCIATES PAYMENT: By Comm.
!RESOLVED, That the bill of Anton Egner Ass
with the inspection of construction at the
approved in the amount of $16.36.
A
•T.,G. MILLER PAYMENT: By Co=m.'Golder: s,e
.RESOLVED, That the bill•of T.. G..Miller, C
in connection with the site constructign.a
approved in the amount of $1,463.00.
STREETER ASSOCIATES PAYMT: By Comm. G
RESOLVED, ,gnat Regyjtion No..14 from S
connection with the Cass Park Swimming P
=A.Qf;,$.14,203.00.
.reported that a bill had been received from
s. ifi 'connection► with the prelirlinary design
n explained that the project has not been
rvices rendered prior to the public hearing,
have not proceeded and Supt. Dingman had
an Wallace asked what the total cost was to
that it would be under $20.000.00 to the best
w being presented.
rke for consulting services in connection
raw water supply be approved in -the amount
Carried
orted that the state crakes operation and
usual procedure in applying for reimbursement
ed and directed to prepare and submit an'
at the City of Ithaca waste water treatment
Carried
• seconded by Comm. Putney
,s for reirb ursable expenses in connection
Park skating rink and swimming pool, be
Carried
R .
nded by Cot'zi.' Putney
su tiag_BAgineer, for"inspection services
Cass Park through Deceriber 31, 1972, be
Carried
r: seconded by Coca. Putney
ter Associates for general construction in
and Skating Rink, be approved in the amount
Carried
•.WALTER GEE:,,:.By Comm. Golder: seconded by. Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the offer of Mrs. Walter Ge ,to contribute'$60.00 to the tree planting
fund for Newman Golf Course, be accepted with thanks, and
BE ;IT} PJRTRER RESOLVED, That the Mayor be directed to send a letter to Mrs. Gee thanking
*%p,fow.: the donationof funds for planting at Newman Golf Course in memory ,of Mr.
Walter Gee.,:.
Carried
p gftS"VIC& AW,1 NING COURSE: By Comm. Puta y : seconded by Comm. Clyaes
RESOLVED, That the dep4ri6erit be authorized to have two employees attend the In -Service
Training Course for Public Works Construct on Inspectors, to be held at Syracuse from
January 29 through February 1; the cost of meals, transportation and registration and
lodging to be included.
Carried
LANDSCAPE SEMINAR: By Comm. Putney: sec,
RESOLVED, That the department be authoriz
seminar to be held in Syracuse on January
to be included.
TURF MANAGEMENT: By Comm. Putney: seco
RESOLVED, That the department be authori
seminar in Syracuse on February 6, 1973,
included.
BIDS: By Comm. Putney: .seconded by
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be
funded in the 1973 Tentative Budget.
ed by Comm. Ewanicki
to have ar}..etaployee attend a landscape
The cost of registration and transporatioty
Carried
d by Comm. Ewanicki
to have an employee attend a turf r:anagement
th the cost of registration and transportation
Carried
Golder
ized to take bids on vehicles an$6quipnent
Carried
b0hhD Or PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECLIV ALE
JANUARY 10, 1973
8181
Morse Chain Co.
G2120
175,00
8182
Finger Lakes Gtate Parks Comm,
k2378
18.75
8183
John bodine
G2122
14,62
8184
Irving Allen
G2122
14.62
8185
Ithaca College
G2122
14.62
8186
Charles C. Russell
F'2144
15.00
8187
Village of Trumansburg
Y2378
19.20
8187
Village of Trumansburg
1'2378
14.41
8188
Cornell University
F2144
11.60
8189
Groff Associates
F'2144
11.49
8190
Groff associates
F2144
11.49
8191
Ithaca College
E2144
323.04
8192
Dryden water Dist. ## 1
F2378
437.30
8193
ivi. C . hunter
i` 2144
175.38
8193
14. C. Hunter
G2122
160.92
8194
Streeter Associates
F2140
79.43
8195
Town of Ithaca
12378
34.85
8196
Town of Ithaca
F2378
175.38
8197
Town of Ithaca
F 2378
117.08
8198
Town of Ithaca
F2378
96.23
8199
Town of ythaca
F2378
67.19
8200
Town of Ithaca
F2378
39.67
8201
Town of Ithaca
1.2374
58.08
8292
Village of Cayuga Heights
F2378
58.48
8203
Ithaca College
r2144
69.70
8204
Town of Dryden
G2374
453.02
TOTAL
2666,55
Water 1775.67
Sewer 890.88
AiYROVED BY FINANCE C01� ITTEE
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710 M.L. Terry A2655 4.00
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AUDIT: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Corte. Golder
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee, as listed on
Audit Abstract #1-1973, be approved for paynent, and that the bills receivable be approved
and ordered rendered.
Carried
VICE CHAIRMAN: It was moved by Comrs. Golder and seconded by Comm. Clynes that Comm.
Putney be nominated for th,,2 p.0�7`tion of Vice Chairman of the Board. There were no other
nominations. The Clerk cast one ur"n4mous ballot for Comm. Putney, which resulted in
his being elected Vice Chairman of the Board for the ensuing year.
STANDING COMMITTEES OF 1HE BOX)D OF F=LIC WORKS: Mayor Conley announced at this time the
standing committees of the Board of Public Works.
Chairman- Vice Chairman
Water and Sanitary Sewer
Commissioner Ewanicki Commissioner Putney
Hi ems, Street Lighting, and* Refuse
Commissioner Clynes Com=issioner Parkes
Bridges, Creeks and Storm Damage
Commissioner Golder Commissioner Clynes
Public Buildings, Public Grounds, and Parks
Commissioner Putney Cowwdssioner Ewanicki
Accounts,. and Capital Improvements
Commissioner Downing Commissioner Golder
Parking, Traffic and Transit
Commissioner Parkes Commissioner Downing
Meter
Commissioner Clynes
Commissioner Ewanicki
Commissioner Downing
Commissioner Golder
Commissioner Parkes
Commissioner Putney
GOLF COURSE & CASS PE'1U(': •Alderman Wallace requested a status report -on the Cass Park
problems.and the if course. Superintendent Dingman reported that in the galf course
one hal€'of.the •funds allocated had been spent. All of the greens are'co'mpleted and
seeded. Some of the fairways and approaches are not done.- Top soil has been brought in
but hrP. not been spread, Wo::k will start. again as soon. as the weather permi.t$. ' ' On
C�rs'P 71 Superintendent Dingman reported that'he had spent part of --Wednesday with the
architect. and the work was still not done. The city is holding the general contractor
responsible for the dashboards and screening at the,rink. They will continue to use the
rink and to keep it playr.:,le by making temporary repairs.
GOLF; +COURSE SIGHS:..Alderman Meyer asked if the board had.done_anything about the golf
course signs- requested by coti^icil. Superintendent Dingman did not recall this `being re-
ferred to the board but would check the minutes.
STEWART PARK TREES: Alderman Nichols asked if there was money in the budget to plant trees
along the shore of Stewart Park as they would act as wind breakers. Supt. Dingman.replied
that they were repl^cing trees each year at Stewart Park.under the board's tree replacement
.Program.
On motion the meeting was adj ou:.-ned at 4: 50 p.m.
Robert G. Grey; Deputy City Clerk Edward Conley, Mayor.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PRXEEDINGS
CITY OF I CA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4:
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (6) - Parkes, Ewanicki,
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (5) - Spano, Barber, Wallace, Me
Attorney - Cersh
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman
Ass't. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan
Ass't. to Supt. of Public Works - Dougher
In the absence of Mayor Conley, Commiss
presided.
MINUTES: Minutes of the preceeding meet
City Clerk.
p.m. January 24, 1973
s, Golder, Putney, Downing
, Nichols
Engineer - Schlieder
Controller - Daley
Deputy City Clerk - Grey
r Putnes Vice Chairman of the Board,
were approved as recorded by the Deputy
LYNDON B. JOHNSON: The Deputy City Clerk informed the Board that Mayor Conley had
closed City Hall at noon on January 25, 1 73, in honor of Lyndon B. Johnson.
RULES & REGULATIONS OF BOARD OF PUBLIC WO
Board, that the Council had requested the
by the`Board In March, 1962. The Deputy
by Council:
"RESOLVED, That the Board of ,Public Works
Regulations Booklet that became effective
by September 1, 1973, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolut
at their next meeting. Discussion revolv
explained that this .was the established r
streets and public grounds in booklet for
YOUTH BUREAU CENTER: Attorney Gersh repo
U. S. Navy Department officially declarin
Department has appraised the building at
purchase. Attorney Gersh felt this offer
authorize him to get local appraisal from
appraiser, so he could have a figure to c,
more than one appraiser should be contact
appraisal fee.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Ewani,
RESOLVED, That the City Attorney be author
appraisal of the Youth Center and to repo:
Cosrim. Downing asked the Attorney to contac
could buy this for $1.00 as this was a cus
of the improvements that the City has done
SOUTH HILL PLAYGROUND:. Attorney Gersh ask
the School Board. The Board of P-iblic Wor
grounds and it was decided that the Board
send on to the Council their decision. At
negotiating with the School Board's Attorn
recommendations:
The playground would be limited to the low
regrading of the grounds, relocate the plq
of $11,000.00. This was less than the on
area being used. The Board of Education w
make the improvements at the-city's cost.
toward the cost. The maintenance of the p
later date, if the Board of Education want,
would move the playground and reimburse thi
putting it up.
S_: The Deputy City Clerk reported to the
to update the rules and regulations passed
ty Clerk read the following resolution passed
requested to update the Rules and
March 20, 1962, and be made available
n be presented to the Board of Public Works
around the rules in question. It was
es and regulations relating to the public
adopted by the Board on March 14, 1962.
ed that he had received word from the
the "Tin Can" as surplus. The navy
4,000.00 and will entertain an offer for
as negotiable but requested the Board to
he Assessment Department and also a local
e back with. Alderman Spano felt that
in order to get a better price, on the
zed to hire an outside appraiser to do the
back to this Board when it is done.
Carried
Congressman Robison to see if the city
omary Vractice and inform the Congressman
to the building.
for direction in his negotiations with
has jurisdiction over buildings and
ould accept or reject the proposals.and
rney Gersh then reported that he had been
and they had come up with the following
r field only. The City would do the
ground equipment with an approximate cost
;anal cost of $16,000.00 due to only one
,uld supply the land and the City would
The Board of Education would donate $2,000.00
operty would be done by the school. At a
d to do r-way with the playground, they
City for their share of the cost of
Mayor Conley arrived at 4:20 p.m. and Comm} Putney relinquished the chair �o him.
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January 24, 1973
Aldervpn Meyer asked if the Town of Ithaca had been contacted about this project
as many of their"children., . were involy,ed.. She was Jpformed that this . was not
necessary as the`c4iftdreft 4n.-tl4at area. ,wer were the, : I thada ".0 Ity Sch6ol,P#pricp,
Mayor Coaldy felt thati, the'nd6d existed in the South Hill,leirea, for a,pXaygrouftaand
this was about the only-'pl-pea a6ilaj)le.
.;Comm, Putney: seconded ,by 40irlta. Ewa3licl&i
SOLVED, That -ifii�',mittet .,af South Hill �laygrouhd'be'sent to the Common Cou . ocir
for a policy decision 01 'i to 68�tinuli with the negotlaitibho-or. ab4ik4Te4 it.,
tried Cf
GARBAGE CANS: Attorney Gersh:rep6rted that"he was receiving Aomerous telephone,palls,
concerning the. City p1ck#&'U'p*.garbage cans ihit.were leftover twenty four hours,
It was his opinlott that this ordinance was.illegai.'and he was -going to ask that,the
Charter and Ordinance Committee rescind the ordinance. He was bringing this to the
Board's attention at this time as he felt that the Board should be thinking of
alternati-4e ways to cope with this p;pble'm.
By Comm. Ewanicki;. .. ,Putney
tne m
RESOLVED, That the matter of enforcing the pickup of garbage cans be teferred'to ihd
Highways, Street Lighting and Refuse Committee for study.
Carried
GLASS RECYCLING: By Comm. Clynes; :secondod�by 6mm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to appropriate.$7,000.00 to be used
by the Board of Public Works for the purchase of a vehicle and for other expenses in
connection'with the separate collection,of glass, recycling.
'Carried
BIDS: By.Comm. Clynes: secoti4ed'by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED,-Tha't t , he',Suoer#iendeut,�be authorized to solicit'bids for highway con-
struction materials and ,eypp4pa-ior,the 19.1.3.sdason
Carried,,,-
SOUTH AURORA STREET BRIDGE: By. Comm. Golder: seconded by< -Comm. Ewanicki.,
RESOLVED, That the' S44,i rintefident. be,, authq *zed, to requestibids for, the. repair -of the
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South Aurora'Bridge.
Carried,,
TREELAND REQUISITION #4: Comm. Putney repore6d'ihat'treelands- Inc. has presented
pay=t of requisition A, for site development work,in connection with Cass Park.
Trealand ha$*com0leted*$132iJ 3 7.0from a'015o174.00 tot4l.,contract.
_.0 worth of work
Their'work is'*prdx1m,4tely complete.
Ider By doiw. Putney. se' amided'by'-Comm. Gal
RESOLVED,- Thiit'iteqUis-i-tiondi4:,.4'.-Tre6land,.'Tpc. forconstruc,46n services in connection
with the site development at Cass Park be apo, . to:v;e-'d" in" the'amount of
.4'
-Carried
ALLAN H. TRENAN STATE MARINE PARK: .Putney 'repo"t t0_ d that the, FlAger'Lakes State
Park Commission has .requested permission to fill and grade City property that was
formerly designated asthe,"festival" property in connection with the construction of'_,
the #11en . H . TAmfti S,t,6teMat1A0,-,?ark as shown on office general service drawing
ing,. a� gfa4ifig agrees, in general with the
72/X02-2 4ateA- Nc�ber 2%`i 19,72-.j, This . f ill,
master plan ..for site which was jointly agree u'pon16y�'th6 tity And% the Si.%tean7d
also agrees.with the "Inlet Valley.Park-Revised Marina Plan" of September 25,,, 19*10
Mayor Conley 4tid4'tiotied, whether-t4e "festival" was involved., Superintendeni_,Dinkmaiil
rep'orted* 't"hat'th1w wAs not a -change .,b,44 part or ihii"agteemidrit.,
By.6. Putney is ..-seconded. -by 'COM4. .DWnifir
RESOLTiiD9_ "Thait thd taquesi of the Finger Lakes'v State ark, Commission, .1or the'.-fillin''s-
and grading of City land in connection with '.the Tr4mafi- StAte Park be referred io_..thi
Superintendent with power.
Carried
RiCHARD.I. IiS1t'N'EMDRIAL; Comm.. Putney.,reported. that:-,M -9 riiii',44'.�Leate 4, r has
made A',donation to 'be used! in the tree pla'A'tin9`.p'*ro'gr4m at Cass ParW-oi at Newman
MunidiOa'l 401f Course in memory of the late Rich4jd.E. Lesteri
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Evanicki
RESOLVED.-That,tbe Board accept with thanks the donations of Mrs., Lester to the tree-.
plantl3ig fund'of'th6 City In I honor of the late Richard E. Lestero and.
ME IT FURTHER -..RESOLVED, That the Mayor be directed -to write .to WS.10ster,:thanking
her for this donat'ton. Carried
Alderman Spatosug' suggested gas d that the Newman Municipal Golf Course be used for planting
this tree As Richard Lester was an avid,,golfer,
ANRLOff, _.N,,1QT �JTO: ,.-Cdm&. DdWr.Ung repoft
laborer -4A.-,-$3-4l. per -hour. :� Ass't."' to. th
Anthony N• lotito was retuining-fiom-7se'r
entitled to the various increments given
By Comma Downing: seconded by Comm. Gold
RESODVED,,That-. Anthony N. Lotito be rein
4aint%upce Division at $3,41 per hoUr,
January 24, 1973
that Anthony: Lot * it , , 0 be xeinsta.ted as a'
Supt.. , Doughe.rty, reported thd-t
ing in the. "Armed Farces and .that he' wigs
hile he wa o serving his country.-.
e
s ated as a Laborer in the ,Construction aiid
e fective January 22, 1973.
Carried
MYRON THOMPSON: By Comm. Downingi secoh
,RESOLVED, 1hat-.Myron:Thompiori,be aOpdihte
Maintenance Division !at- $230-pdT hour, 'ei
AUDIT; -By...'Comm. Downing: :sedoiidea by Co
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and appr
Audit Abstract #2-1973, be approved for'-p
approved and ,ordered Tendcrie.d.
ed by :Comm..,Gq der
a Laborer in the,.Coxistruttibn afiA'
tec'tive'-January4.15,,-1973.",.
Carried,;
m.Ewanitcki
ved"by "i4be..Finance Committee --*as. listed on
Y*-nt and. that the; bills receivable' 'e
CON14UNITY TRANSIT REPORT: Comm. Parkes .r p
Report had been passed ou't'ti) theCommisg 6
with the Year; to Date Report,"4homoft3ii the, ., a
By P qmm, -_ Parkes-< oecoiided'b)i Comm, -601A6
RESOLVED, That the Community Transit K�iov
filed
Carried
ortedthat ,a:copy: ,Qf the Cdip tiy.tiansit
Driers rs for the. ast -quartex of. 1972 along�'
st tlirlee','.ypars..,,
9. as submitted be accepted and ordered
Carried.
WILLIAMS GLEN ROAD;*, Comia., Parkes asked i ',Ad, Capiiai, improvements- Budget h4d the
Williams Glen Road listed as one of the'p ojetts. He was informed that the Council
had appropriated $200,000.00 in the Capi al Improvements Budget but was still working
on the list. This would come back to the Board before adoption ,of the variquo.prqjects.
RAYMONp,,PARISH & PINK:4 -Comm. Parkes rep rued that the traffic survey of!Raymond,
Parish and Pine had been received and tha he would like copies made and distributed
to hts',committee. Alderman Barber felt t at the Council should be aware of this report.
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Maydtonley reported that the Planning a, d'Development Committee should also,review
this before..it-was released.
RAILROA . DI CROSSING POT HOLES:. Aldetman 5after reported that the rail -road crossings,
at,State' Seneca and Buffalo Streets had qeveloped pot,holes.,where the Streets cross.
He felt that someone should be aware. of ti is "a' a. they. were gettingbigger aicU day.
Ass't.'to Supt.j,Dqugherty, reported tha'f-this was the railroads responsibility.
By C . omm. . Downing:' seconded by'Comm. . Coil i i
RESOLVED,. That the problem of the pot hol4s at the railroad crossing at State Street,
Seneca'Stteet & Buffalo Street be referr(d to the Hi$bFay,•.$t.reet.Lighting and
Refuse Committee.
-Csitried
GOLF COME' SIGNS.: -.Alderman Myeri'asked If `there, fiAd been any - action on the request
for signs,
gns, at the ,Municipal Golf Course. S60t." Diiigpan- rep -lied that he did licit' haVe a
report at this time.
AURORA & HTUVIEW STREET REPAIRSI" Aide 'Barber. rpporteO that. this at- ed vias., in % ad
rm,
need of repair due to the 'Gas, & 'Electtic gin the -a treets., .: The rapalrt made were
causing problems. He was informed that thse wore.o'nly,te'mporqry<.repairg-and as soon
as the weathpr permitted In. the spriiig'th*�-ii3O-ces.§Ary'.p'e et repair be
.rmapexkt street 8 would
made.';
CITY ML PARKING STICKERS:,,,,-- Alderman "Yft
Planning Boalrd members concerning parking
original 14,oxp of thoset,who were to-,-Teteiv
but also 4Ltteaded'a-a'y* ''me 1 'tiags and.44"IIL
Attorney Gersh said `he Also._w.',aS,left` off 6
cluded.
By Comm Clynes: seconded by. Comm c.Ewanic
RESOLVED, Thatthe''Planning Board members
of those to receive" city Ha11 Psr,� iag Perry
s reported that he had been contacted by the
tickers as they had, been left off of -'the '
. thiii.- ' They not only 'attended night' meetings
ding it difficult, t, to; -find--packing spaces.
th6list and felt that he. should be -id--:
nd the' City �Attorney be included on the list'
ts.
Carried
LOARD Or PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JANUARY 24, 1973
#711 Co -On Consumers Inc.
#712 Mr. Francis Hoffman
#713 Ithaca College
APPROVED B� k INt.NCE COMMITTEE
$457.88
4.00
144.10
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January 24, 1973
PARKING FOR EMPLOYEES: Comm. Clynes reported that the request from city employees
for low rate parkirkg had not been dealt with and should go to the negotiating committee
By Co6m. Clynes: seconded by Comm."i4micki
RESOLVED, That the request for low rate parking by City Hall employees be referred
to the negotiating committee.
Carried
CASS PARK: Alderman W llace asked if he could get an up-to-date report on the Cass
Park problems. Supntendent Dingman reported that the city was getting close to
making the system reliable.
On motion the meeting wag adjounred at 4:55 p.m.
Rbbert�G. Grey, Deputyr City Clerk
Edward J. Conle , Mayor
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BOARD OF PU
t' CITY OF
Regular Meeting
PRE88DiZ�:
Mayor - Conley
Commisslonets-*r (h) - Ewanicki, : dynes,
aL C WORifS ??A)CZZflI Q
I %AcA,, Nzw YORK
4 00 p.m.
f'
Go der; .-.Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (6) Barber, Wallace, Rundle, S
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman
Ass't. to Supt. - Dougherty
Engineer - Sahlieder-'
Mayor Conley called the meeting to order
meeting was postponed until Thursday, Feb
t, Spato, Nichols
Controller -Daley
Deputy.'City Clerk, Gray
t 4:15 p.m. Due to.lack:of a quorum the
uary 15, 1973, at 4:00 p.m.
At 4:25 p.m. the Mayor called the meeting to order as they. now had m;quorum.:
MINUTES: Minutes of the meting of Janua y 24, 1973, were approved as recorded by the
Deputy City Clerk.
KLINE ROAD TRAFFIC: Superintendent Dingm
Davidson, 208 Kline Road, complaining of
the speed limit was illegal and unenforce
posting. .of a legal speed permit that cowl
By Comm. Clynes setonded by ,Com i. Putne
RESOLVED, That the letter from Justin Dav
Kline Road be referred to the Parking and
FERRIC�QWRIDE BID: Comm. Ewanicki repo
for Ferric Chloride did not meet specific
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Put
RESOLVED, That the action of the Board of
a contract to Monarch Chemical, Inc. for
the reason that Monarch bid an material n
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That Ashland Chem
Ferric Chloride in accordance with the sp
of $6.05 cwt.
WOOD STREET STATION'. Comm. EWanil
o�ood Street Pumping Station. had excee,
in higher than the estimate and was charg,
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Gol
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requ
Sewer Division by adding an additional $5
Equipment, Parts and Supplies at the Wood
reported receipt of a letter from Justin
affic conditions on Kline Road. He said that
le. He felt the Board should consider the
be enforced.
son pertaining to the traffic editions on
'raffic Committee.
Carried
ted that the bid of Monarch Chemical, Inc.
tions.
blic Works an December 27, 1972, which awarded
ivery of Ferric Chloride, be. rescinded fex
meeting speetfications, and
1 be awarded the contract for supplying
fications of November 21, 1972, for its bid
Carried
reported that the equipment and parts account
its estimate due to a 1972 purchase that came
to the 1973 budget.
ted to amend its 1973 Tentative Budget for the
.00 to Account G8120-312 to provide for
treet Pumping Station.
Carried
WATER PERMITS: Comm. Ewanicki reported th t Supervisor Schwan of the Town of Ithaca had
requested an extension of time for the 400 water hook-up* the Board had authorized for
1972. Supervisor Schwan also asked for ad itional hook-ups of 200 units in 1973 and 400
hook-ups in 1974. In addition to this he as asked for a master meter to be installed in
the proposed pump station on west hill to ake care of approximately 100 homes.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the requests from Superviso Schwan for additional water hook-ups and a
master meter for the west hill area be ref rred to the Water and Sewer Committee.
Carried
MMJM uAY DEVELOPMENT: Comm. Clynes rep
development of Lambeth Way as the fee to t
developer has not proceeded with his devel
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the request of Paul Tavelli
subdivision of west hill be denied at this
d that Paul Tavelli has requested the
street was conveyed to the city. The
nt enough to make this worthwhile.
for improvement of Lambeth Way in the MCPherson
time.
Carried
4 4
-2.- February 14, 1373
DISCONTINUANCE OF 100 BLOCK OF SOUTH TIOGA STREET: Comm.' Clynes reported that the Common
Council at a special meeting on January 31, 1973, directed the Board of public Works to
discontinue the use of the 100,Block of -•South Tioga Street as a public highway, subject to
the retention by the city of an easement for the construction of a storm sewer, and further
subject to the maintenance of the existing water utility until such time as the present
Rothschild building is removed.
Section 5-30 of the City Charter authorizes the Board of Public Works, as Commissioners of
Highways, to discontinue a highway after having held a Public Hearing, and the Board will
hold the Public Hearing when the time arises.
At the special meeting of January 31, 1973, the Council directed the Board of Public Works
to take all necessary steps to expedite the completion of the project by the performance of,
any work required to be performed by the city and by the timely issuance of permits and
certificates appropriate for the prompt completion of the project. This includes relocation
and upgrading of utilities within public ways and the reconnection of the water supply to
the Home Dairy Building. The plans are not sufficiently advanced at this time to warrant
the authorization by this Board of specific projects. The Dept. of Public Works will request
authorization from the Board as the plans and financing became available.
STANDARDIZATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS: Comm. Clynes reported that the Board is required
annually to ask the Common Council to standardize its traffic signals.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Board that it is in the best interest of the City of Ithaca
to standardize the Crouse -Hinds Traffic Signal and Controller Equipment for use in the
City of Ithaca for reason of efficiency and economy as follows:
A. The City now has Crouse -Hinds Traffic Signal and Controller Equipment in use at
fifty intersections throughout the city.
B. This action will minimize the inventory of repair parts which must be maintained
for servicing traffic signals and controller equipment.
C. The labor costs for servicing a standard type of signal will be less than if
required,to service different tYPes-
NOW.THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,,That the Common Council be requested to adopt Crouse -Hinds
as the standard traffic signal and controller equipment to be purchased and used by the
City.of Ithaca,in the year 1973, except on the existing state arterial system on Meadow
Street, and to authorize the Board of Public Works to advertise, for bids and purchase
traffic signal and controller equipment of this manufacturer in such quantities as there
are funds appropriated in 1973.
Carried
Alderman Meyer wanted to know if�this would improve the.traffic signal coordination and
help the traffic patterns. She was informed that this was only to standardize the equip-
ment so that an.{nventory. of parts could be held to a single company instead of various
companies. The coordination of the signals was entirely something different.
PARKING METERS: By Comm., Clynes: seconded by Comm._Putney
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to bid for parking, meters to the extent
that monies are provided in the 1973 budget.
Carried
TRUCK FOR GLASS RECYCLING: By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent,be authorized to specify and take bids for a truck to
be used in the glass recycling program.
Carried
GILES STREET.BRIDGE: By Comm. Golder: seconded.by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to establish a'schedule, take bids and
take any other actions necessary to expedite repairs to the Giles Street Bridge as
specified in documents prepared by Modjeski and Masters.
-Carried
CAYUGA BOAT TOUR: Comm. Putney reported that Cecil Cage has requested extension of his
license .to dock at Stewart Park.
By;Comm.'Putney: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the license of Cecil Cage, owner
at Stewart Park be extended to the 1973 season
existed in 1972.
and operator, of 'tay'uga Boat Tour, to dock
under the same terms aA4�jooaditions as
Carried
z
-3-
February 14, 1973
CASS PARK MARINA: Comm. Putney reported
city .can continue its, operation. of ,the Ma
indicates that no boats will be;accommoda
available in. 1975.
By Comm. Putney: ..seconded by Comm. Golde
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be auth
Marina during the 1973 season under the t
from John M. Comerford, Regional Administ
Commission.
the Parks Commission has indicated that the
through Labor Day. Present scheduling
in 1974 and the new state facility will be
ized to continue the operation of Cass Park
ms and conditions of a letter of February 2nd
tar of the Finger Lakes State Parks Recreation
Carried
BIDS ON AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT: Comm. Golder reported that bids had been taken on February
13th as follows:
Item
Zikakis
Cutting Bot
ick Girard
Cayuga Motors
1
$ 2,988.42
$ 3,291.89
$ 3,462.87
$ 2,894.00
2
7,171.54
7,659.46
3
3,032.41
3,270.23
3,034.00
4
6,720.00
7,089.00
5
$ 16,
80.00
14,890.00
6
5,918.89
5,659.00
7
3,660.17
4,196.00
8
15,
60.00
16,789.00
9
2,750.13
2,947.95
2,647.00
ZIMIS CHEVROLET: By Comm. Golder: sec ded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That Zikakis Chevrolet be award e the contract for Item 2, (2-1/2 ton Suburbans)
for their low bid of $7,171.54; Item 3 (1/ ton Pick -tap) for their lowbid of $3,032.41;
Item 4 (25,000 # GVW Dump Truck) for their low bid of $6,720.00_and Item 7 (24,000 # GVW
Cab & Chassis)for their load bid of $3,660 17 Carried
BOTNICK CHEVROLET: By Comm. Golder: sec ded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the low bid of Botnick Chev olet on Item 8 (Refuse Packer) be rejected
because it does not meet specifications.,
Carried
CAYUGA MDTORS: By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That Cayuga Motors be awarded th contract on Item 1 (4-door Sedan), for its
low b:4 of $2,894.00; on Item 5 (Tandem Du Truck) for its low bid of $14,890.00; on
Item 6 (24,000# GVW Dump Truck) for its to bid of $5,659.00; on Item 8 (Refuse Packer)
for'its lowest qualified bid of $16,789.00 and Item 9 (1/2 ton Pick -Up) for its low bid
of $$,647.00.
Carried
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the foregoing awards be for the purpose of delivering the vehicles in
accordance with the specifications of January 24, 1973, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the awards be subject to sufficient funds being made available
in the individual accounts for which these vehicles are charged.
Carried
CARL T. COOK: Comm. Golder reported that
engineering aid.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That Carl T. Cook be permanently
Sewer Division.
rl T. Cook has passed his examination a$ an
anted as an Engineering Aid in the Water and
Carried
BUDGET TIRANI'FERS: By Comm. Golder: second d by Comm. Putney
RESOLVE,:, That the Common Council be requested to make the following transfers and budget
amendments in the accounts of the Building nd Grounds Division:
From: Community Service Account A1620 , Line 302 Bldg. Maint..Supplies $150
To : Community Service Account A162 , Line 419 Property Maintenance $150
From: Budget Amendment
To . Cass Park Pool & Rink Account
?180B, Line 418 Equip. Maintenance $450
Carried
-4- February 14, 1973
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to make the following transfer in the
Construction and Maintenance Division:
From: Maint. of Roads & Highways Account A5110A, Line 230 Motor Vehicle Equip.. $266b
To : Refuse & Garbage Account A8160, Line 230 Motor Vehicle Equipment $2:660
Carried
WILLIAM PETERS: By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That William Peters be appointed a Laborer in the Parks Division at $2.50
per hour, effective January 20, 1973.
Carried
AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION WORKSHOP: By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That John VanGorder be authorized to attend an American Public Works Association
Workshop on street cleaning and maintenance to be held in March with expenses to be charged
against the city.
Carried
RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS: Comm. Golder reported that at its
pt last meeting the Deputy City Clerk reported that the Common Council has passed a resolution
e—! requesting the Board of Public Works to update its booklet of rules and regulations by
September 1, 1973. At that time the Board did not take any action on the request.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Putney
v.'
�..;* RESOLVED, That the request of the Common Council at its January 3, 1973, meeting to
update the Rules and Regulations booklet that became effective on March 20, 1962, be referred
to the Board as a whole.
Carried
AUDIT: By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee, as listed on Audit
Abstract #3-1973, be approved for payment and that the bills receivable be approved and
ordered rendered.
Carried
TEN HOUR PARKING METERS: Comm. Putney reported that Parking Meter Serviceman, John Feller,
has suggested that the ten hour parking meters be increased to fifty cents and that these
meters be used to replace certain two hour meters in the Dryden Road and Oak Street areas.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the proposal of Parking Meter Serviceman, John Feller, be referred to the
Parking and Traffic Committee for implementation.
Carried
KLINE ROAD TRAFFIC: Comm. Putney reported that the Department of Public Works has received
a request for improving traffic conditions on Kline Road.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the request for improving traffic conditions on Kline Road and the letter
received by the Superintendent from Justin Davidson be referred to the Parking and Traffic
Committee.
Carried
CASS PARK RESOLUTIONS: Alderman Rundle reported that the Common Council had referred two
resolutions of the Council regarding Cass Park to the Public Works Committee of Common
Council and asked if the Board would like to take these up now. He was informed that the
Board was waiting for the official minutes before getting into these.
GOLF COURSE SIGNS: Alderman Meyer asked if there was any progress on the signs for the
Newman Golf Course. Comm. Putney reported that they were working with the state on this
to see if it was possible. Alderman Meyer asked if the signs at Stewart Park designating
the Golf Course could not be done without waiting for the state. She was informed that
the Board would look into this part of it.
On motion the meeting was adjourned at 4:50 p.m.
Robert G. Grey, Deputf C y Clerk
Edward J. onley, Mayor
14
Lacko Glaziers, Inc.
A1710
16.63
15
Utica -Mutual _insurance Co.
A2655
2.00
716
New York State Electric & Gas
60
A2560
717
ivew York State Electric '� Gas
213.00
BOARD Uk PUBLIC WORKS
.1 ��G0
PROCEEDINGS
3.00
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
FEBRUAkY 14, 1973
8205
Albanese Plumbing Co,
G2122
19,00
8206
D. h. btewer
G2122
8.00
8207
Northeast Plumbing
G2122
�2.00
8208
Orson Ledger
G2122
7.00
8209
Arthur Parkin
G2120
14.40
8210
Park & -badd
G2120
7.20
8211
Anthony Leonardo
G2120
7,20
8212
Grigor P. Grigorov
G2120
7.20
8213
Walker Smith
G2120
7.20
8214
Viray Amegoakar
G2120
7.20
8215
Peter `orchia
G2120
7.20
8216
W. R. Woodin
G2120
7.20
8217
Donald burgess
G2120
7.20
8218
Roald Hoffman
G2120
7.20
8219
Joseph Cardonia
G2120
7.20
8220
Dryden Water Dist. # 1
F2378
1,200.,00
8221
Town of Lansing
k2378
75.00
8222
Village of Cayuga heights
1,2378
5,587.50
8223
Town of Ithaca
1-2378
122487.50
8224
Town of Ithaca
k2378
2,982.18
8225
Town of Lensing
F2378
34.83
8226
Null heating & Plumbing
12650
15.49
8227
Streeter Assoc.
F2144
50.00
8228
Adelbert Dull
G2122
14.62
8229
John boronkay
G2122
15.24
8230
Ruth Caldwell
G2122
15.24
8231
Ca.scadilla School
G2122
14.62
8232
Sharsesl.:Gardens
G2122
32.19
8233
Norman Jordan
k2144
15.00
8234
Elizabeth E. Parker
k2144
15.00
8235
Charles Palm
12144
15.00
8236
Charles Firenze
k2144
13.66
8237
Ben Light
E2144
13.66
8238
Ervin Tripp
k2144
16.95
8239
Margaret h. Dunham
F2144
19.64
8240
Allen Galpin
121"
25.82
8241
Warren Miller
k2144
27.32
8242
Eastern heights Inc.
k2144
11.72
8243
Tompkins County
k'2144
173.14
82"
Dekvid Ta right
12144
773.90
8245
Anna Lou Inca
1214.4
86.44
8246
Town of Ithaca
12378
493.34
8247
Pay Less Stations Inc.
1,2144
28a45
8248
Pay Less Stations Inc.
k2144
28.45
8249
'Town of Dryden },dater Dist. # 1
12378
107.99
8250
City of Ithaca
1'2655
530.47
8251
Gity of Ithaca
k2655
2.68
Water 24,831.15
Sewer 2o4.31
APPROVED BY FINANCE CQiaUTTEE
TOTAL 252095.46
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDI14GS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. February 28, 1973
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (6) - Ewanicki, Parkes, Downing, Golder, Putney, Clynes
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (5) - Nichols, Spano, Barber, Rundle, Meyer
Attorney - Gersh Engineer - Schlieder
Supt. Public Works - Dingman Asst. Controller - Spano
Asst. to Supt. - Dougherty Deputy City Clerk - Grey
MINUTES: The Deputy City Clerk reported that the minutes of February,•14, 1973, had
been corrected as the award to Zikakis Chevrolet was not completed. It should have
read: Item 4 (25,000 # GVW Dump Truck) for their low bid of $6,720.00 and Item 7
(24,000 # GVW Cab & Chassis) for their low bid of $3,660.17.
Comm. Parkes said that he had not received his minutes yet and Comm. Golder said that
he received his in the morning's mail. The Deputy Clerk reported that they had been
mailed out on Thursday.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Co m. Golder
RESOLVED, That the minutes of February 14, 1973, as amended by the Deputy City Clerk
be approved.
AYES: 5
ABSTAINED: 1 - Parkes
AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION: The Deputy Clerk read a letter from the American
Public Works Association notifying the Board that John A. Dougherty has been elected
to serve as a Director of the Upstate New York Chapter of the American Public Works
Association. The APWA also expressed their appreciation for the co-operation our
community is showing them.
Comm. Golder remarked that in the absence of Mr. Dougherty he would accept the
appointment for him. Mayor Conley felt that if the City is going to participate In
these type of organizations that the City should provide the time needed to do a
good job. The City should feel honored that we have men of this calibre working
for the City.
BOTNICK M0TORS:. The Deputy Clerk read a letter from Botnick Motors, protesting the
awarding of the bid for a Refuse Packer to Cayuga Motors and rejection of their bid
on the grounds of failing to meet engine specifications. Unless they received a ''
communication from the City awarding the bid to them they would institute appropriate
action against the City as it would be in violation of Section 103 of the Gener4l'
Municipal Law. Attorney Gersh reported that he has written to Botnick Motors ad-
vising them that the City is standing by the award that was made.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Downing;
RESOLVED, That the letter from Botnick Motors protesting the awarding of the Refuse
Packer to Cayuga Motors and rejection of their bid be referred to the City Attor'ney.
Carried
LEWIS BOYLE: The Deputy Clerk read a letter from Lewis Boyle, asking to purchase
a 12' strip of land adjoining his property at 125 Elm Street owned by the City.
The Deputy Clerk reported that he had contacted the City Engineer on this and had
been informed that the land did not belong to the City. He was, however, still
checking into this.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the letter of Lewis Boyle requesting sale of the 12' of land
adjoining his property at 125 Elm Street be referred to the Buildings & Grounds
Committee.
Carried
MAPLE WOOD GROVE: City Engineer Howard Schlieder reported that when he had assigned
a number to a house owned by Arthur Pratt on tiaple Wood Grove, Mr. Pratt had protested
the fact of calling it Maple Wood Grove as it had been called Maple Grove Place
since 1937. Mr. Schlieder reported that he could not find anything to substantiate
the name of Maple Grove Place. In order to end the confusion of the difference
In name he was recommending that the Board change the name to Maple Grove Place so
that the assessment maps could be changed and other records changed to conform to
what the street has been known as for years.
-2- February 28, 1973
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That upon recommendation of the City Engineer that the name -of the street
Maple Wood Grove as listed in the city assessment maps be changed to read Maple Grove
Place and that the City Engineer so notify those concerned.
Carried
BIDS: Comm. Ewanicki reported that the following bids were received on Monday„
February 26, 1973, on water meters, ductile iron water pipes, cement -asbestos
sewer pipes, water pipe fittings and a low bed trailer:
1 5/8" x 1/2"
2 5/8" x 3/4"
3 3/4t°
4 1"
5 1 1/2"
6 2"
7 4"
8 Registers
9 Itdrnate-Registers
10 Alternate -Registers
* With Trade -In
$ 27.50* Hersey Products, Inc. $ 29.37* Badger Meter, Inc.
29.50*
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31.72*
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43.00*
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45.55*
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61.50*
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67.46*
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122.00*
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116.10*
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188.00*
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186.24*
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935.00*
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9.40*
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LOW BED TRAILER
Price Bidder
$ 7,998.00 L. B. Smith
8,200.00 S. C. Hansen, Inc.
8,884.00 Atlantic Tug & Equipment Co., Inc.
9,179.00 Syracuse Supply Company
9,682.58 Finger Lakes Sales Corp.
ASBESTOS SEWER PIPE
$28,394.00 Johns Manville Sales Corp.
7,770.00 (partial) The Flintkote Company
21,760.00 (partial) LeValley McLeod, Inc.
CAST IRON PIPE
$43,191.00 Griffin Pipe Products Company
43,477.00 U. S. Pipe & Foundry Company
18,538.00 (partial) Clow Corporation
46,253.00 Robert D. Spence, Inc.
42,779.00 (partial) Canron, Inc.
CAST IRON WATER PIPE FITTINGS
$ 4,827.77 (partial) Clow Corporation
12,432.57 U. S. Pipe & Foundry Company
10,951.50 Robert D. Spence, Inc.
10,881.37 Blair Supply Corporation
9V7
-3- February 28, 1973
BIDS - WATER METERS: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the bids for supplying water meters in accordance with the specifi-
cations of February 2, 1973, be referred to the Water and Sewer Committee for further
study and recommendation.
Carried
BIDS - DUCTILE IRON PIPE: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the bid for supplying ductile iron pipes in accordance with the
specifications fo February 8, 1973, be awarded to Griffin Pipe Products Company
for their low total bid of $43,191.00.
Carried
BIDS - CEMENT -ASBESTOS SEWER PIPE: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying cement -asbestos sewer pipe in accordance
with the specifications of February 8, 1973, be awarded to the Johns -Manville Sales
Corporation for their low total bid of $28,394.00 it being the lowest bid meeting
the specifications.
Carried
BIDS - WATER PIPE FITTINGS: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the bid for water pipe fittings be referred to the Water and Sewer
Committee for further review and recommendation.
Carried
BIDS - LOW BED TRAILER: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the bid for supplying a low bed trailer in accordance with the
specifications of February 8, 1973, be awarded to L. B. Smith, Inc. for their low
net bid of $7,998.00.
Carried
WATER & SEWER BILL EXPUNGED: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That Water and Sewer Bill No. 8243 to the Tompkins County Hospital in the
amount of $173.14 be expunged.
Carried
CAYUGA LAKE BASIN BOARD: Superintendent Dingman read a letter from the Vice Chairman
of the Cayuga Lake Basin Board, Charles D. Gates, stating that they were now
approaching conclusion of preparation of basin plans for management and development
of the water and related land resources of the Cayuga Lake Basin. An item of
immediate concern is the extension of municipal water supply service to new areas
without corresponding installation of sewer collection and treatment facilities.
Their concern was the lack of economic wisdom and the threat to the health of the
community and their conclusion was such practices have contributed directly to the
degradation of surface and groundwater resources within the Cayuga Lake Basin and
will continue to do so as long as they are tolerated. They were asking that the
legislative body proceed with the adoption of such legislation as necessary to make
the practice of joint installation of water and sewer services a firm policy of the
county and to assure that such policies are enforced by the appropriate county
administrative agencies.
This letter was addressed to James Graves, Chairman of the Board of Representatives,
with a copy to the Board of Public Works. This is timely as other committees are
working toward the same object.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the letter from Charles D. Gates of the Cayuga Lake Basin Board be
referred to the Water and Sewer Committee.
Carried
WALTER SCH14ANS LETTERS: Comm. Parkes asked if there was a progress report on the
letters written by Walter Schwan. Comm. Ewanicki explained that the report was not
finalized. Pat Hannan was in the hospital and as soon as he could return to work
they would finish the report. Walter Schwan spoke on behalf of Bolton Point and ex-
plained that they were going ahead on the project and would expect it to be in opera-
tion by 1975. The bonding of the operation was moving ahead and the four municipalities
involved were in agreement on it. The intake and the plant would be built at the
same time. A public hearing would be held in April. Comm. Downing asked why the
hook up of Cornell was not done when the money had been appropriated for it for
emergency purposes. He was informed that it had been decided that it was not
necessary as it was for a specific area and it could be covered with other means.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the question of the Cornell water connection as authorized by the Board
of Public Works be referred to the Water and Sewer Committee for a report back to
this Board.
Carried
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GLASS RECYCLING: Comm. Clynes reported that the Board of Public Works proposes
to take the following actions with respect to glass recycling; the details of these
actions need further study.
a. The city will purchase a stake -body truck suitable for the glass
recycling program. (Bids will be received March 12)
b. The city will sell this truck to Cl.-llenge Industries for a nominal amount
in exchange for a 5-year agreement with Challenge Industries to use the
truck. in a regular program.
c. Challenge Industries will contract with the city for a nominal sum to
regularly collect the glass from the regular refuse collection routes of
the city in keeping with regulations and scheduling established by the
Board of Public Works.
d. Challenge Industries and the city will enter into an agreement providing
for the use of space at the Sewage Treatment Plant for the processing of
glass for recycling.
In.:_this agreement Challenge will provide for power, heat and toilet facilities as
necessary for their operations, and Challenge will be responsible for the labor and
costs of making the space ready for their operation. This agreement will be on a
license basis.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to provide an additional $700.00 to
provide for the services of Challenge Industries in glass recycling for six weeks
or until such time as the city wide collection can be put into effect.
Carried
CASS PARK STREET LIGHTING: Comm. Clynes reported that the New York State Electr*c
and Gas Company has proposed to provide 25,400 watt ornamental street lights at
$75.00 each per annum; 10,250 watt ornamental street lights at $55.00 each per
annum; 43,175 watt ornamental street lights at $45.00 each per annum; plus $48,628.00
of poles, bases., wire and trenches having an annual charge of $7,294.00. The total
annual charge for this lighting system under our existing street lighting contract
is estimated to be $10,609.40.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to direct the New York State Electric
and Gas Company to proceed with the installation of 78 lights in the Cass Park area
under the terms of the existing street lighting contracts.
Much discussion revolved around the question of Whether it would be better for the
city to build and operate its own system in Cass Park, whether money was available
in the Division of Parks Funds for thingsof this nature and if the equipment would
revert to the city after so many years. Superintendent Dingman reported a study
had been made on this and T. G. Miller had reported that it was better to buy the
electricity than to build our own system. All contracts were to be completed in
June of this year and it was debatable if the items in question if ordered now would
be available by August or September of this year. After more discussion, Comm. Clynes
withdrew his motion and Comm. Putney his second in favor of the following:
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the matter of installation of lighting in the Cass Park area be
referred to the Finance Committee for further study.
Carried
PARK ROAD: Comm. Clynes reported that acting on behalf of Robert and Earland
Mancini, James J. Clynes Jr., Esq., has requested the Board of Public Works to
designate the park Road leading from Cliff Street to Taughannock Boulevard west of
the flood protection channel, as a public street. This Bark Road, which is also
designated as state Route 89, was constructed by the city on state lands as a
temporary route until such time as a permanent solution for Routes 89 and 96 could
be evolved. It has never been laid as a public way.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the request of Attorney Clynes be referred to the Capital Improvement
Committee.
Carried
CITY PROPERTY ON TAUGHANNOCK BLVD.: Comm. Clynes requested a ruling from the
City Attorney on cleaing up the property owned by the city on Taughannock Blvd.
Attorney Gersh replied that he would report back at the next meeting on this.
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February 28, 1973
AURORA STREET BRIDGE: Comm. Golder reported that bids were received on Monday,
February 26, 1973, for reconstruction and repairs to the Aurora Street Bridge over
Six -Mile Creek as follows:
H. D. Besemer, Inc: $ 154,821.25
Higgins Erectors and Haulers, Inc. 195,036.00
The Standard Bridge Corporation 162,060.53
Stewart & Bennett, Inc. 133,882.50
Hull -Hazard, Inc. 145,842.00
William E. Bouley Company, Inc. 140,417.00
Les Strong, Inc. 121,286.25
Triple Cities Construction Company, Inc. 153,399.25
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to enter into a contract
for the repair and reconstruction of the South Aurora Street Bridge with Les Strong, Inc.
the lowest qualifiedbidder at the opening on February 26, 1973.
Carried
BIDS - AGRICULTURAL -INDUSTRIAL TRACTOR AND TURF TRACTOR: Comm. Putney reported that
bids were received on Monday, February 26, 1973, for an Agricultural -Industrial
Tractor and for a Turf Tractor, to be used by the Buildings & Grounds Division as
follows:
AGRICULTURAL -INDUSTRIAL TRACTOR
Vann's $2,495.00
Berry's Garden Tractor Service 2,470.00
TURF TRACTOR
S. V. Moffett & Company $3,595.00
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying one No. 4041 Simplicity Tractor in
accordance with the specifications of February 2, 1973, be awarded to Berry's Garden
Tractor Service for their low bid of $2,470.00.
Carried
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying one Turf Tractor and attachments in
accordance with the specifications of February 2, 1973, be awarded to S. V. Moffett
Company, Inc. for their low bid of $3,595.00.
Carried
CASS PARK: Comm. Putney reported that the two resolutions from the Common Council
on interior changes and exterior changes at Cass.Park had been passed on to the
Buildings and Grounds Committee and they have met with the Youth Bureau today and
have requested a meeting to be held on March 21, 1973, at 4:00 p.m. at the rink,
with the Youth Bureau and the Public Works Committee of Common Council.
GOLF COURSE SIGNS: Comm. Putney reported that they had been following the Golf
Course signs since November 1, 1972, and they have been sent to various committees
of Common Council and the Board of Public Works and they were proposing the following:
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Ewanick-
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent continue his negotiations with the New York State
Department of Transportation to see what could be done about the signs on Route 13,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Planning Department or Planning Board*come up with
a design of a sign for the Municipal Golf Course, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Planning Department or Planning Board come up with
an overall plan of this type of thing for all city places. Carried
PAVILLION AT CASS PARK: Comm. Parkes reported that he had looked the plans over and
found that a pavillion was to be built at Cass Park by a service unit and donated to
the city. He wondered whether guidelines had been established by the staff to guide
the architect for that pavillion. In looking over the plans the area on the west
side is very vague. If we knew where the highway was going to be, we could start to
plant trees and get a ten-year growth going. If we had plans the city could take
a position where the highway should go, By the time the Department of Transportation
got ready for the highway they would have to take into consideration the city's plans.
He felt that the plans were going by the Board and asked the Mayor to consider
reactivating the Inlet Park Committee. He presented the following motion:
bUNFtD Ui PUbLiC WCTtKS PhOCPEDINGS
ACCOUNTS hhChlL ALLE
h.,bhuARY 28, 1973
8252
Albanese Plumbing Co.
G2122
35.00
8253
Northeast Plumbing
G2122
28.00
8254
Morusty Plumbing
G2122
14.00
8255
Purl Carpenter
G2122
14.00
8256
kill Lower
G2122
8.00
8257
Plarearet bullivan
G2122
8.00
8258
James it. Griffith
G2122
15.24
8259
fairs. Geor6e Swartout
U2122
15.24
8260
iliarguerite Van Orden
G2122
15.24
8261
Harry J. 1heeler
G2122
15.24
8262
Clyde ivioore
G2122
32.19
8263
Anthony Turco,
U2122
20.32
8264
Charles Yval.ker
G2122
15,24
8265
J. J. Newberry's
G2122
30.49
8266
Antonio hernaez
G2122
15.24
8267
-thaca College
G2122
15.24
8268
iviorse Chain Coy
G2122
51.73
8269
C . Judson rnil.gore
F2140
7.32
it 11 11
k 21). 4
18.26
8270
Eloise padlock
i2144
3.00
8271
Lansing kyater Dist 1
12378
216.04
8272
ii.ichael LoPinto
12144
8.09
8273
Anna Shulman
F2144
33.84
8274
John Lodi.ne
12144
9.45
8275
Jack hams Jr.
r2144
23.64
82$6
Joseph Prank
F2144
20.00
8277
John miller
F2144
15.00
8278
Cornell Uni*orsity
12144
15.00
$279
James Rothchild
F2144
5.86
8280
Town of Lansing rater Dist # 1
F2378
5.86
8281
Town of Lansing
12378
5.86
8282
Eastern heights lnc.
k2144
5.86
8283
Ronald it. Bars
G2122
87.16
8284
Town of Ithaca
F2378
385.47
8285
Village of Cayuga heights
12378
530.25
8286
Lakeside Nursing Home
k2l".
397.26
8287
lompkins Uounty
F2144
71.47
8288
City of Ithaca
P2655
8.71
8289
City of-Lthaca
r2655
609.87
Water 2396„11
TOTAL
2831.68
Sewer 435-57
A PP'ROVr:D BY r iNANCE C OHLUTTEE
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February 28, 1973
From: Budget Amendment $885.77
To . Cherry St. Pump Station, Acct. G8120-6, Bldg, Maint. Sup., 302 125.00
Christopher Circ. Pmp. Sta, Acct. F8320-7, Equip. Parts & Sup., 312 75.00
Shop & Equip. Acct. F8310-6, M V Equip, 230 351.46
Shop & Equip. Acct. G8110-6, M V Equip, 230 234.31
Cherry St. Pmp. Sta. Acct. G8120-6, Equip. Parts & Sup., 312 100.00
Carried
MODJESKI & MASTERS INVOICE: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the Board approve the invoice No. 1 of Modjeski and Masters for
engineering services in connection with the preparation of plans and specifications
for the Giles Street Bridge in the amount of $4,155.80.
Carried
AUDIT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on
Audit Abstract # 4-1973, be.approved for payment and the bills receivable be approved
and ordered rendered.
Carried
PARKING METERS IN COLLEGETOWN: Comm. Parkes reported that he had talked with
Mr. Feller on this but had not discussed it with the rest of his committee and
would have a report on it at the next meeting.
KLINE ROAD TRAFFIC: Comm. Parkes reported that his committee had looked into this
situation and had come up with a possible four solutions. Number 1 was to leave it
alone, Number 2 was to refurbish the signs now posted but they seemed to be unen-
forceable, Number 3 was to post the area with 15 miles per hour but this is also
unenforceable, and Number 4 was to make the road one way up. This would cut the
traffic down. This was looked into thoroughly as the best alternative and should be
put on a 90-day trial, up to Neeham Place.
Comm. Ewanicki moved that the problem of Kline Road be referred to the. staff for
researching and report back to this Board. After much more discussion and due to
a lack of a second:
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Supt. and Chief of Police implement a 90-day trial on Kline Road
making it one way upward be institued. After much more discussion:
By Comm. Bwanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the original motion be amended to ask for a staff report.
Carried
A vote was then taken on the original motion and was carried.
ELM STREET: Supt. Dingman reported that the Common Council should amend its
ordinances to provide for no parking on Elm Street from Chestnut Street westerly to
the west city line. A 90-day traffic implementation has been done and it has worked
out satisfactorily.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the Charter and Ordinance Committee of Common Council be requested
to amend its ordinances to providefor no parking on Elm Street, from Chestnut Street,
westerly to the west city line.
Carried
ESTY STREET WATER PROBLEM: Alderman Spano reported that there was a problem on the
intersection of Esty Street and Route 13 as to water. It seems that the area is lower
than most and water has a tendency to lay there most of the time. He asked that the
board look into this to see if something could be done about it.
TAUGHANNOCK BOULEVARD: Comm. Clynes reported that there is sove interest in the old
freight house owned by the city on Taughannock Boulevard and either selling it to
get it cleaned up or clean it up ourselves. He did not favor selling the building
at this time but felt that the city should clean it up.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the item of the building should be referred to the Planning Board
and the Building, Public Grounds and Parks Committee.
Carried
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Mayor Conley informed the Board that he wanted an executive session right after
the regular meeting.
At 5:55 iiayor Conley d,tclared tiie 'executive session open.
Mayor Conley reported that the Planning board had sent recommendations to the Board
of Public Works and the Common Council requesting employee parking. The recommendation
had been sent to the negotiating committee as it was felt that this was a condition
of employment. One of the city employees now has a parking sticker that is being
used for parking at City Hall. As chief administrator he had asked for it back
and had been informed that the Board has issued the sticker and only the Board couXd
take action to get it back. After much discussion:
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the matter of employee parking be referred to the Parking and Traffic
Committee for study and report back in two weeks.
Carried
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That this Board revokes the parking sticker in question and directs the
employee holding this sticker to return it.
Carried
On motion the meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.
Robert G. Grey, Deputy City Clerk Edward J. nle} Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. March 14, 1973
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (6) - Parkes, Putney, Golder, Clynes, Ewanicki, Downing
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (5) - Spano, Meyer, Barber, Nichols, Rundle
Attorney - Gersh Chamberlain - Wright
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman Golf Pro - Adesso
Ass't. Supt. Public Works - Hannan Engineer - Schlieder
Ass't to Supt. - Dougherty Controller - Daley
Building Commissioner - Jones Ass't. Controller - Spano
City Judge - Clynes Deputy Clerk - Grey
In the absence of Mayor Conley, Vice Chairman Putney presided.
MINUTES: Comm. Parkes requested that the minutes be corrected to show that not
all members of the board had seen the plans, as so stated on page 5 and that not
all boards had seen the plans, but some boarcb as so stated on page 6.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the minutes of February 28, 1973, as amended by the Deputy City Clerk
be approved.
Carried
FLORAL AVENUE PROPERTY: The Deputy Clerk read a letter from James R. Graves
stating that he has three pieces of property on Floral Avenue, No's. 219-223-309
for sale and stated that this would round out the city's ownership of all property
on the East side of Floral Avenue.
.By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the letter from James R. Graves, offering for sale the three pieces
of property located at 219-223-309 Floral Avenue, be referred to the Building and
,Grounds Committee.
Carried
W0. ORTHS: Ernest Silvers, Advertising Manager of Woolworths, appeared before the
bdgtd and asked for permission to put a tent up in the Southeast section of the
01fting lot at Woolworths for the purpose of running a tent,sale the first two
060-k in May (May 1-14). Six weeks time is needed to prepare for this sale. Ten
parking spaces would be needed to do this and Woolworths will pay $100.00 for these
spaces. Comm. Downing felt that this type of sale tended to generate traffic in
tyre business area and is usually beneficial -to all downtown businesses and would
be in favor of it. All agreements needed or required by the city are on record.
Supt. Dingman's objections was that he thought we might be setting a precedent.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the request of the F. W. Woolworth Company for.use of space in
the South East section of the parking lot be granted for the period of May 1-14
and that the Woolworth Company provide the necessary insurance and the amount of
$100.00 to cover the parking spaces to be used.
Carried
PARK ROAD: Attorney Clynes appeared brfore the board and asked them to designate
the Park Road as a city street. A client of his, Mr. Mancini, has approximately
350 feet of frontage on the Park Road but is land locked; and unless certain steps
are taken by the city, it will remain land locked.
Attorney Clynes explained what his client was contemplating, as to the use of his
land, but could not do so as this was not a city street but a Park Road, and there
was no access to this property.
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the request of Attorney Clynes on behalf of his client, Mancini
Realty Company for the establishment of Park Road as a public street be referred
to the Finance Committee.
Carried
March 14, 1973
CASCADILLA STREET EXTENSION: Mr. W. A.
spoke on Cascadilla Street where it seer
on down in that area but there is not 9
to the various properties involved. Th,
debatable but it seems as if Cascadilla
street to take care of the properties i,
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comul. Pa
RESOLVED, That the request of Mr. villa
be referred to the Highway Committee.
illon appeared before the board and
to end. There is construction going
treet down there. The street is essential
ownership of the street in this area is
treet could be extended as it is a city
question.
es
to extend Cascadilla Street further west
Carried
LITY PROPERTY ON TAUGHANNOCK BOULEVARD: Attorney Gersh reported he had sent a
memo to Comm. Clynes regarding problems of junk on Taughannock Boulevard. Specifically
the memoratiduui set forth the sections of the code of the charter involved. For
purposes bf a report at this time there is ample authority for the board to remove
the junk from the city property, and to enact any rules and regulations that it
deems appropriate and to use city equipment and personnel for that purpose. The
code is Veky clear that it ist illegal tc dump junk, rubbish, etc. on public or
private Oroperties and the aodd prdvideE a fine of up to $100.00 and/or imprisonment
of up to six months. to eliminate the problem in the future, better
Police enforcement and more stringent penalties from those found guilty by City Court
are the directions that should be taken It is now up to the board to take action
and direct the personnel to remove the debris and have more attention given to
this specific problem by our City police.
PARK ROAD: Supt. Dingman reported that he had received the letter referred to by
Attorney Clynes and that it had beed to en care of.
SHULMAN PROPERTY: Supt. Dingman repot
Clynes in regard to the Shulman propert
Morey Shulman who is interested in pure
approximdte dimensions of 76 feet by 14
bowling lanes owned by my client in the
purpose the city has in owning the land
very ancient vehicies, May I hear frouo
talked to Mr. Shulman on this gild the p
is to double the capacity of his bowlin
logical direction ih which he can expan
acid Sewer Division needs andhis recomme
d that he had received a letter from Attorney
and read it as follows: "I represent
acing the vacant lot owned by the city with
feet. The property being East of the
.rea of Adams Streeti The only apparent
at bresent is for the storage of a couple of
you." Supt. Dingman reported that he had
&pose for which he wishes to own the land
lanes and he feels that it is the only
This is expansion land that our Water
Ldatibn is that the tequest be denied.
CASS PARK: Supt. Dingman reported receipt of a letter from Mrs. VanDyke stating
that she is happy to see Cass Park developed and hopes that greenery has been
provided for. The Superintendent replied that greenery has been provided for and
that no action was necessary.
BIDS: Comm. Ewanicki reported that bids were received on February 26 for water
meters and cast iron fittings. Results of that bidding are reported in the
minutes of the meeting of February 28, 1973.
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying water meters in accordance with the
specifications of February 2 be awarded to the Badger Meter Company as follows:
5/8" Badger Type SC -ER $ 27.00
5/8" x 3/4" Badger Type SC -ER 29.35
1 1/2" Badger Type SC -ER 116.10
2" Badget Type SC ER 186.24
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the
accordance with the specifications of
as follows:
5/8" x 1/2" MHF
5/8" x 3/4" MHF
3/4" 14HF
1" MHF
4" MCT
MID BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That all
ztract for supplying water meters in
abruary 2 be awarded to Hersey Products, Inc.
$ 27.50
29.50
43.00
61.50
935.00
for remote reading devices be rejected.
Carried
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BIDS -,CAST IRON WATER PM- SITTINGS: Comm. Ewanicki reported that bids were
received on February 26 for furnishing cast-iron water pipe fittings. in accordance
vi i{ eeif'tcattans of February 16. These bids were reported in the minutes
*f lfit ry 2.8th meeting.
By:'ickis seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED,~'That all bids for furnishing cast-iron water pipe fittings in accordance
with the specifications of February 16, be rejected because of errors and omissions
in the specifications.
Carried
TOWN OF ITHACA - WATER CONTRACTS: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the Water and Sewer Committee be authorized to meet with Town
Supervisor, Walter Schwan,and other representatives of the Town of Ithaca for the
purpose of working out a new contract'for supply of water to the Town of Ithaca,.
West of Cayuga Inlet and Cayuga Lake,
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Water and Sewer Committee be authorized to
meet with't"he representatives of the Town of Ithaca for the purpose of working out
an agreem6ht for supplying additional quantities of water in areas of the Town east
of Cayuga Inlet, until such time as the town system becomes operative.
AYES: 5
NAYS: 1 - Golder
WATER BILL - 219 1/2.6OUTH PLAIN STREET: Comm. Ewanicki reported receipt of a letter
from D. Boardman Lee protesting a bill at 219 1/2 South Plain Street. John Wright,
the City Chamberlain, spoke on the circumstances surrounding this bill. He felt
that the. sewer portion of the bill is what wds in question but due to the.lateness
1A paying the water portion of the bill, penalties had been accumulated. The water
pipes evidently froze up and broke causing the water bills Mr. Lee felt that as
long as the water had not gone down the sewer, this portion of it should be expunged.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the letter from D. Boardman Lee in regard to the Water & Sewer B41,1"of
219 1/2 Soutn Plain Street be referred to the Water and Sewer Committee with pertser to
act.
Carried
T►i ' A'Y' - TITUS TOWERS - ITHACA PLAZA: By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
9RMVED, That the Planning Departtieht be te4uested to study the need fdr 8 walkway
on,the westerly side of Plain Street and Elmira Road between Titus Towefs ,and the
Ithaca 'plaza and report the same to the board for preliminary design anA cost
estimate.
Carried
BIDS - STAKE TRUCK: Comm. Clynes reported that bids were received dk.,Mbnday. March 12,
1973, for supplying one 24,000 lb. GVW stake -body truck as follows:
Cayuga Motors Company $ 6,003.40
Zikakis Chevrolet, Inc. $ 6,613.25
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying one 24,000 lb. GVW stake -body truck in
accordance with the specifications of February 28, be awarded to Cayuga Motors Sales
Corporation for their low bid of $6,003.40.
Carried
CHALLENGE INDUSTRIES: Comm. Clynes reported that the truck, bid on February 24, 1973,
would be used by Challenge Industries for the collection of glass. Comm. Golder
asked if the city was giving Challenge the truck. Attorney Gersh reported that we
would be selling the truck to Challgenge Industries in return for their services,
rather than money. If","they, failed to.provide services, the truck would revert
to -the city. Aldermsn'B'a'iber felt that the city was opening the floor to other
organizations in asking fob the° ""same type of "deal an other commodities. Alderman
Meyer felt that Challenge Industries had proved their.ability to do this particular
job and other nations would have to do the as=. Comm. Downing felt that
each case that came up would have to be dealt with on its merits
March 14, 1973
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Ewa icki.
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be di to work with the City Attorney to
prepare an agreement with Challenge Indlected
stries which will provide for the following:
1. Transfer of ownership of a city tru k to Challenge Industries
2. Regular collection of glass for rec cling from the refuse collection routes
of the city
3. Use of city building by Challenge
recycling
ustries in the processing of glass for
Carried
RAILROAD CROSSI14GS: By Comm. Clynes: econded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be directed to address a request to the Lehigh Valley
Railroad requesting the complete reconstruction of the railroad crossings of
West State Street, West Buffalo Street md West Seneca Street during the 1973
construction season.
Carried
GRANITE CURB: Comm. Clynes reported th t bids were received on Monday, March 12,
for the supplying of 700 linear feet of straight granite curb and 50 linear feet
of radius granite curb as follows:
1. North Carolina Granite Corp. $3,014.50
2. Fratto Eros. 3,083.50
3. Fletcher Co. 4,179.50
4. Syracuse Stone Co. 3,480.00
5. Swenson Co. 4,185.00
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Gol er
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplyi g granite curb in accordance with the
specifications of March 1, 1973, be awa ded to the North Carolina Granite Corp.
for their low bid of $3,014.50.
Carried
AURORA STREET BRIDGE: Comm. Golder reported that the contract for the reconstruction
of the South Aurora Street Bridge is scheduled to be signed on Thursday, March 15,
and a preconstruction job conference haE been scheduled for that date. Comm. Dow:-Iin;
asked if plans had been made to notify 1he public of this. Supt. Dingman reported
that plans have been made to reroute th traffic and as soon as the starting date
was established they were going to ask 1he media to publicize the closing.
GILES STREET BRIDGE: Comm. Golder repo ted that the plans and specifications for
the repairs to the Giles Street Bridge re in hand and the department will set an
advertisement date and request authoriz tion for bidding at a future meeting.
LEWIS BOYLE REQUEST: Comm. Ewanicki re orted that at a meeting on February 28,
Lewis Boyle requested an opportunity to pirchase a 12' piece of land adjoining his
property and that of James Graves, in the 100 Block of Elm Street. Research by the
City Engineer indicates that the city does not own the fee to this land, and that
it has discontinued its use as a public way. While the city has no further interest
in the use of this land, it has no titU to convey to Mr. Boyle.
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the clerk advise Mr. Lewis Boyle of the foregoing, and advise him
who does own the land in question.
Carried
Mayor Conley entered at 4:55 p.m. and
GOLF COURSE FEES: Comm. Ewanicki report
Adesso, had recommended a change in fee:
to substantiate his recommendations. Mr,
temporary greens and this is not much of
as such is to hold the membership. An E
consists of 150 players. At this point
have a league or not. By lowering the i
to operate. If everything works out, he
Right now all we have is the greens. WE
fairways have not been done and there is
be adjusted when the golf course i9 in 1
greona nrp rPadv_
ce-Chairman Putney relinquished the chair.
ed that the Golf Course Manager, Lewis
for this year. The board asked Mr. Adesso
Adesso reported that there would be four
a golf course. The reason the rates are
xample is the Twilight League, which
we do not know whether they are going to
ates it is possible they will continue
pefully the greens will be ready by June 1st.
do not have aprons for these greens. The
a lot of work to be done. The pries could
layable condition. This is when the regular
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
MARCH 14, 1973
8290
Dr. George Visnyei
G2120
10.00
8291
Triangle Shoe Stores of New York Inc.
G2120
10.00
8292
Jack Herman
G2120
5.20
8293
Gus Lambrou
G2122
15.24
8294
William Gray
G2122
37.28
8295
Nary Boynton
F2144
15.00
8296
Barbara Turk
F2l"
15.00
8297
Lydia Lazlo
F2144
15.00
8298
Walter Vandemark
r2144
15.00
8299
Virginia Boole
F2l"
15.00
8300
Welfare Dept.
F'2378
15.00
8301
Edith Catlin
F2144
15.22
8302
Charles Chilson
1'2144
13.43
8303
John Sepes
F2144
11.84
8304
Town of Dryden
F 2378
3.40
8305
Town of Ithaca
F2378
99.47
8306
City of Ithaca
F2655
2.68
8307
City of Ithaca
Y2655
550;,74
Water 786.78
TOTAL
864.5p
Sewer 77.72
718 Francis (foffman A2655 2.00
719 W.O. Smith ?�� 16.00
720 Robin i14. Willialms 1_15 , 00
APPROVED BY EiNANCE COT IIT EE
-5- March 14, 1973
r-+
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the schedule' for the Newman Golf Course for.the 1973 season be
amended in accordance with the memorandum from Golf Course 11anager,'Lewis Adesso,
as follows:
Persons with 1972 Membership Persons without','72 Membership
Single Membership
$30.00
$40.00
Family Membership
55.00
65.00
JvQLior Membership
10.00
15.00
Locker Fee
5.35
9.74
Weekday Fee
2.00
2.00
Weekend Fee
2.50
2.50
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Daily Fees of $3.50 and the Weekend Fees
of $4.00 be reinstated when the Golf Course returtts to normal play.
Carried
RE-DREDGI14G OF FLOOD CHANNEL: Comm. Ewanicki reported that the Department of
Environmental Conservation plans to re -dredge the flood protection channel of
Cayuga Inlet to remove large quantities of earth which were deposited there as
a result of Hurricane Agnes. As a part of this operation, they have requested the
city to make available for filling, a piece of the Cass Park Development land
not presently planned for development. The Superintendent and the City Engineer
have reviewed:these proposals and believe the proposed filling would be beneficial
to the development of the park and would not interfere in any tray with the
accomplishment of the master plan of the area.
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That a portion of Cass park be made available to the New York State
Department of -Environmental Conservation for filling in connection with the re -
dredging of the.flood protection channel. The portion of Cass Park to be made
available is described in the letter and attachment from the Division of Resource
Management Service, dated February 27, 1973.
Carried
AUDIT: By Comm. Dbwnin"g: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki .
RESOLVED, That the'bills audited and'40proved by the Finance Committee as listed on
Audit Abstract #5-1973, be approved .for payment and the bills receivable be approved
and ordered rendered.
Carried
BIDS: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the Department of Public Works be authorized to take bids for the
following items:
a. Concession at Cass Park Marina
b. Mosquito Control
c. Trees
d. Sidewalks
Carried
BUDGET AMENDMENT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the budget of the Water & Sewer Division be amended as follows
in order to provide for the increased cost of a rental agreement with the Lehigh
Valley Railroad for an underground pipe crossing:
From budget amendment to General Maintenance Account G8120-1, Contractural
Services, line 407 $31.12
Carried
BUDGET AMENDIO*T: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the budget of the Water & Sewer Division be amended as follows to
provide for the replacement of the base radio unit:
From: Budget Amendment $1,500.00
To : Shop and Equipment Account F8310-6, other equip. line 250 900.00
Shop and Equipment Account G8110-6, other equip. line 250 600.00
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the failure of the base radio unit constitutes an
emergency situation, and that the Superintendent be authorized to contract for the
installation of a new unit at a cost not to exceed the budgeted funds, without the
formality of bidding.
Carried
6- March 14, 1973
APPOINTMENTS: By Comm. Downing: s
RESOLVED, That the following appoia
Water & Sewer Div. - Brian C. Galas
Constr. & Maint. Div. - Richard Avelli
BIDS - RADIO UNITS: Comm. Downing r
March 12, 1973, for supplying mobile
Radio Communication Co.
Chemung Electronics, Inc.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. P
RESOLVED, That the contract for supply
with the specifications of March 1, be
low bid of $2,639.00.
CASS PARK - LIGIRTING: Comm. Downing r
been referred to the Finance Committee
factors was the funding of this by fed
look into it. Mayor Conley replied th
Comm. 'Downing reported that the second
or proposal from the power company.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. G
RESOLVED, That the Department be direc
a copy of the site plan for Cass Park,
thereon, and with the type of lights c
KLINE ROAD: Comm. Parkes reported th
recommended by the Department was one
Supt. Dingman reported that he felt t
to malke as this was a request of one
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. D
RESOLVED, That the Department of Pulb
speed limits on Kline Road.
by Comm. Putney
to the position of Laborer be approved:
at $2.69 per br. effective 2/26/73
at $2.50 per hr. effective 3/31/73
Carried
ted that bids were received on Monday,
io unite as follows:
$2,728.31
2,639.00
four mobile radio units in accordance
rded to Chemung Electronics, for their
Carried
ported that the lighting at Cass Park had
at their last meeting and one of the key
ral monies and the 'Mayor wee asked to
t he had nothing on this at this time.
factor was that he was unable to get a plan
lder
ed to provide each member of the board with
with the proposed light fixtures marked
ntemplated.
Carried
the solution to the Kline Road traffic as
f the solutions taken into consideration.
s solution at this time was the proper one
sident.
Works install warning signs and advisory
Carried
UNITARIAN CHURCH PARKING: Comm. Parke reported that the Parking and Traffic
Committee has decided on a "no parking zone" on Aurora Street adjacent to the
Unitarian Church and will be implementid by the Department of Public Works.
EMPLOYEE PARKING: Comm. Parkes reported that the committee had not met yet in
respect to employee parking and there ould be no action at this time.
PARKING METERS IN COLLEGETOWN: Comm. Parkes reported that the staff recommends
that the Parking and Traffic Committee meet with the staff and Mr. Feller, and
develop specific recommendations with respect to Mr. Feller's proposal for changes
in meter rates. He reported that the Parking and Traffic Committee would do this.
Mayor Conley asked that the City Attorney be kept advised as to what they were doing
so that he could advise them of some o the decisions made by cou zil. The City
Attorney advised them that the parking rates would tie in with the new parking
structure]. rates.
BUSES: Comm. Downing asked that the p inting of the buses be considered as the
colors now on them were drab. He felt that they should be brightened up some what.
CORNELL WATER CONNECTION: Comm. Parke
the .last meeting in reference to the C
and Sewer Committee had been acted upo
had been briefed on this and that the
to the city in case of an emergency cc
The cross connections that we presentl
provide. Further, that they could not
needs.
On motion -,.the meeting G,as a4 ourned
asked if the request from Comm. Downing at
rnell i-later connection, referred to the Water
by that committee. Comm. Downing said he
ater that Cornell University could supply
Id be supplied with the present connections.
have could handle all that they could
provide us with enough water for the city's
5:30 p.m.
Robert G. Grey, Deputy City Clerk
Edward c Codley, Ilayor
47 %
C7)
BOARD 07-PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITUACA, 14EW YORK
Regular Mee-ting 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT (6) - Parkes, Putney, Golder, Clynes, Ewanicki, Downing
ABSENT - Mayor Conley
MaFch 28, 1973
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (4) - Barber, Spano, Rundle, Meyer
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman Building Commissioner - Jones
Ass't. Supt. Public Works - Hannan Chamberlain - Wright
Ass't. to the Supt. - Dougherty Ass't. Controller - Spano
Engineer - Schlieder Deputy City Clerk - Grey
In the absence of rayor Conley, Vice Chairman Putney presided.
MINUTES: Minutes of the meeting of March 14, 1973, were approved as recorded by
the Deputy City Clerk.
MORRIS AVENUE: The Clerk read a letter from the residents of Morris Avenue
protesting the signs put up by the city.
By Comm: Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the letter from the residents of Morris Avenue be referred to the
Parking and Traffic Committee.
Carried
SHULMAN REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from J. J. Clynes asking for consideration
of the request of Morris Shulman for purchasing land owned by the city on Adams Street.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the letter from J. J. Clynes on behalf of his client, Morris Shulman
for purchase of land on Adams Street owned by the City of Ithaca, be referred to
the Building and Grounds Committee,.for study.
Carried
ORSEN LEDGER: Mr. Ledger appeared before the Board and informed them that he was
the one who started the petition for Morris Avenue residents. Mr. Ledger also
protested the signs by City Hall which stated that parking was for official business
only. When he parked there he received a ticket. He felt that-the_city should
provide space for taxpayers to park so they could transact their business in City
Hall without getting tickets. It was suggested that in case of somebody in City Hall
on business, getting a ticket that it be taken to the Department involved and letting
them handle it.
SOUTH AURORA STREET BRIDGE: Engineer Schlieder reported that South Aurora Street
Bridge was closed to traffic and work has started'on it.
WATER HOOK UPS: Comm. Ewanicki reported that he realized the decision taken by
the Board after last nights meeting was a gamble but they wouldn't know until later
on. Comm. Golder objected to the decision as we were paying over $100,000.00 a
year to the professional staff and then would not listen to their recommendation.
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the request of Supervisor Schwan on behalf of the Towns of Ithaca
and Dryden and the Village of Cayuga Iieights for the issuance of permits for the
connection of 200 additional units for the year 1973, and 400 additional units for the
year 1974, be approved.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City continue to serve water to the area of
the Town of Ithaca west of Cayugw. Inlet and Cayuga Lake, under the terms and
conditions of the existing contract, and that the Board continue to negotiate with
the Town of Ithaca for a new contract with the agreements reached at a joint meeting
of Town representatives and the Water & Sewer Committee held on March 27, 1973.
AYES: 4 Carried
NAYS: 1 Golder
GREEN STREET.WATER MAIN: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the scope. .of the Green Street water main project read:
t°A new 18" main commencing at the Tuning Fork and proceeding along the southerly
side of Green St#pet to Tioga Street; and from thence across Parking Lot D to tie
into the existi#g..,mains at the intersection of Clinton and Cayuga Streets,a distance
of approximately':'i84O', as shown on a map prepared by the Water & Sewer Division."
Carried
-F- March 28, 1973
WATER & SEWER BILLS: Comm. Ewanicki rep
protesting payment of penalties incurred
A letter from the post office substanti
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Do
RESOLVED, That the penalties of Howard C
in by the weekend, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the sewer p
219 1/2 South Plain Street, be expunged,
is paid in a reasonable length of time.
PUBLIC HEARING - SIDEWALKS: By Comm. Cl
RESOLVED, That pursuant to Section 5-32
Deputy Clerk be authorized and directed
this Board at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June
who have been served with final sidewalk
opportunity to be heard thereon.
ted receipt of a letter from Howard Cogan
s he had mailed his bills in on time.
ed this.
be expunged if he will get his .bills
tion of the Water & Sewer Bill issued to
roviding the water portion of the bill
Carried
as: seconded by Comm. Downing
the City Charter as codified, the
advertise a public hearing to be held by
1973, at which time property owners
apair notices will be afforddd an
Carried
MODJESKI & MASTERS INVOICE - AURORA STRE T BRIDGE: By Comm. Golder: seconded by
Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That a bill of Modjeski & Mast rs for consulting services in connection
with -the pre -bid conference for the cons ruction of the Aurora Street Bridge, be
approved in the amount of $484.07.
Carried
140DJESKI & MASTERS INVOICE - GILES STREET BRIDGE: By Comm. Golder: seconded by
Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the bill of Modjeski & Ma tens for consulting services in connection
with the preparation of plans and specif cations for the repairs to the Giles Street
Bridge, be approved in the amount of $1, 157.39.
Carried
CONSTRUCTION DEWITT PARK, MACDANIELS PA
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Ewa
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be au
necessary to implement the request of C
the construction at DeWitt Park, Mac Dan
to the extent that funds are available.
STREETER ASSOCIATES INVOICE: By Comm. G
RESOLVED, That payment No. 13 of Streete
with the getipral contract for the constr
rink, be approved in the amount of $14,6
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Control
funds until such time as the City Attorn
TREELAND, INC. REQUISITION: By Comm.
RESOLVED, That requisition No. 5 of T
with site development at Cass Park th
$14,598, and ordered paid.
STEWART PARK TEN141S COURTS: By Comm.
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be
Courts at Stewart Park.
ILL SCHOOL PL
orized to take such actions as are
man Council on March 21 with respect to
is Park, and South Mill School Playground,
Carried
lder: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
Associates for services in connection
ction of Cass Park swimming pool and skating
6.
er be directed to withhold payment of these
y approves payment.
Carried
r: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
d,. Inc., for services in connection
March 23, be approved in the amount of
Carried
er: seconded by Comm. Downing
rized to bid for repairs to the Tennis
Carried
APPOINTI-ZNTS: By Comm. Downing: second�d by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the following appointment be made in the Department of Public Works:
Water & Sewer Division -David P. Zavaski,l a Laborer III @ $2.69 per hour effec. 4/l/73
Construction & Maint. Div. -Stephen E.
t, a Laborer II @ $2.60 per hour eff. 4/l/73
Carried
hOtiRD 01, PUBLIC WQhKS PROCLEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
MAhCH 28, 1973
8308
Albanese Plumbing Co.
G2122
40.00
8309
Burris Plumbing Co.
G2122
16.00
8310
Donohue -Halverson
G2122
30.00
8311
Hull Heating & Plumbing
G2122
8.00
8312
Northeast Plumbing
U2122
30.00
8313
V1. Sady
G2122
9,00
8314
Phil White
G2122
6.00
8315
Wylie Parker
G2122
9.00
8316
Orson Ledger
G2122
8.00
8317
Carl Carpenter
G2122
12.00
8318
Eleanor Ft. Abrams
G2650
10,00
8319
Cornell University
G2120
19,867.52
8320
Ithaca College
G2122
108.80
8321
Ithaca College
G2122
12.32
8322
James Vicedomini
F2144
15.00
8323
Louis Preston
12144
15.00
8324
hobert Cornell
F2144
15.00
8325
Ur. Darling
12144
15.00
8326
Town of Lansing
F2378
11.31
8327
Vincent Giordano
F2144
8.93
8328
Vincent Giordano
F'21.44
8.86
8329
John Chauncey
E2144
12.67
8330
Jasper Fontana
F2144
12.65
8331
Eastern heights inc.
r2144
5.86
8332
Village of Cayuga Heights
F2378
111.42
8333
I.L,F'. Corp.
G2122
20.00
8334
Vincent Giordano
F2144
185.64
8334
Vincent Giordano
G2122 145.76
TOTAL
20,749.74
721
722
723
eater 417.34
Sewer 20032,40
APPROVED by r'INANCE COMITTrE
Binghamton Insurance Claim Service AA2650
John ? _cLean Cons truetion Compan-Y t7
Beck Construction Corcipany
A1710
is ffl
0
69. oo
-5- February 28, 1973
AURORA STREET BRIDGE: Comm. Golder reported that bids were received on Monday,
February 26, 1973, for reconstruction and repairs to the Aurora Street Bridge over
Six -Mile Creek as follows:
H. D. Besemer, Inc. $ 154,821.25
Higgins Erectors and Haulers, Inc. 195,036.00
The Standard Bridge Corporation 162,060.53
Stewart & Bennett, Inc. 133,882.50
Hull -Hazard, Inc. 145,842.00
William E. Bouley Company, Inc. 140,417.00
Les Strong, Inc. 121,286.25
Triple Cities Construction Company, inc. 153,399.25
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to enter into a contract
for the repair and reconstruction of the South Aurora Street Bridge with Les Strong, Inc.
the lowest qualifiedbidder at the opening on February 26, 1973.
Carried
BIDS - AGRICULTURAL -INDUSTRIAL TRACTOR AND TURF TRACTOR: Comm. Putney reported that
bids were received on Monday, February 26, 1973, for an Agricultural -Industrial
Tractor and for a Turf Tractor, to be used by the Buildings & Grounds Division as
follows:
AGRICULTURAL -INDUSTRIAL TRACTOR
Vann' s
Berry's Garden Tractor Service
TURF TRACTOR
S. V. Moffett & Company
$2,495.00
2,470.00
$3,595.00
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying one No. 4041 Simplicity Tractor in
accordance with the specifications of February 2, 1973, be awarded to Berry's Garden
Tractor Service for their low bid of $2,470.00.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder Carried
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying one Turf Tractor and attachments in
accordance with the specifications of February 2, 1973, be awarded to S. V. Moffett
Company, Inc. for their low bid of $3,595.00.
Carried
CASS PARK: Comm. Putney reported that the two resolutions from the Common Council
on interior changes and exterior changes at Cass.Park had been passed on to the
Buildings and Grounds Committee and they have met with the Youth Bureau today and
have requested a meeting to be held on March 21, 1973, at 4:00 p.m. at the rink,
with the Youth Bureau and the Public Works Committee of Common Council.
GOLF COURSE SIGNS: Comm. Putney reported that they had been following the Golf
Course signs since November 1, 1972, and they have been sent to various committees
of Common Council and the Board of Public Works and they were proposing the following:
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Ewanick-
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent continue his negotiations with the New York State
Department of Transportation to see what could be done about the signs on Route 13,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Planning Department or Planning Board come up with
a design of a sign for the Municipal Golf Course, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Planning Department or Planning Board come up with
an overall plan of this type of thing for all city places.
Carried
PAVILLION AT CASS PARK: Comm. Parkes reported that he had looked the plans over and
found that a pavillion was to be built at Cass Park by a service unit and donated to
the city. He wondered whether guidelines had been established by the staff to guide
the architect for that pavillion. In looking over the plans the area on the west
side is very vague. If we knew where the highway was going to be, we could start to
plant trees and get a ten-year growth going. If we had plans the city could take
a position where the highway should go: By the time the Department of Transportation
got ready for the highway they would have to take into consideration the city's plans.
He felt that the plans were going by the Board and asked the Mayor to consider
reactivating the Inlet Park Committee. He presented the following motion:
Aso
-6- February 28, 1973
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the Mayor reinstitute and appoint the Inlet Park Committee to take
care of the overall business.
Comm. Golder explained that the city had tried to tell the state what to do and this
was the reason why the project had been delayed so long. Comm. Parkes replied that
he had only that part in mind at this time of the west side along the proposed high-
way line. Mayor Conley asked him to delay on this while he looked into this matter.
Comm. Parkes withdrew his motion and Comm. Downing withdrew his second. After much
more discussion, Supt. Dingman felt that a lack of information was had by the Board
members. He reported that acting for the city, Egner and Neiderkorn had developed
a master plan for the park which was adopted by the city. Subsequent to that contracts
and design contracts were let both with Egner and Miller to design certain sections
of the park. These designs were made in preliminary form and approved by the Board
as meeting the requirements of the master plan and sent to the Board of Outdoor
Recreation. Comments and suggestions by then were then negotiated and the design
involved that way and the design still meets the requirements of the master plan
and then adopted by the city, we are now three years down the road in the construction
and nearly complete. Now the Board members want to go back to the beginning he felt
that somebody lost touch. Comm. Parkes felt that there was no plan for the highway
along the west edge the walk way lighting suggested is not very good and could use
more study and the pavillion is going to be built and guidelines would be appreciated
by the donors and receivers of the gift. Supt. Dingman reported that there is planning
plan involved in the design of the park with working the master plan. Provision
was made at that time in the design of the park by the city's Planning Consultant
for the highway, the master plan was taken into consideration .as to the design of
the pavillion and was made available to the designer and is now designed and shortly
be constructed in response to the actions by this board in accepting it. The board
has accepted the plans for this pavillion. All boards have seen these plans. Mayor
Conley reported that he would look into this in conjunction with the reactivating the
Inlet Park Commission.
WARREN BAMFORTU: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the promotion of Warren Bamforth to Bus Driver in
the Construction and Maintenance Division at $3.18 per hour, effective February 26,
1973.
Carried
SALLY CARPENTER: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the board approve the transfer of Mrs. Salley Carpenter from the
Finance Department to the position of Principal Account Clerk in the Construction
and Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department, effective February 18, 1973.
Carried
JOAN ARGETSINGER: Superintendent Dingman reported that Mrs. Argetsinger has left
the city's employment after sixteen years of satisfactory service because of her
health and this was the position Mrs. Carpenter was filling.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be requested to send a letter to Mrs. Argetsinger thanking
her for her services to the city for the past sixteen years.
Carried
APPOINTMENTS: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Board approve the following appointments in the Construction and
Maintenance Division and the Water and Sewer Division:
Const. & Maint. Div. Steve J. Dalber - Laborer 111 at $2.69 per hour, effect. 2/22/73
Water & Sewer Div. Paul P. Polce - Laborer 111 at $2.69 per hour, effect. 2/22/73
Carried
TRANSFERS: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Board request the Common Council to amend its budget to accomplish
the following transfers in the Construction & Maintenance Division:
From: Maint. of Road - Hwys., Account A5110A, Motor Vehicle Equip. 230 $600
To . City Engineer, Account A1440, Motor Vehicle Equipment, 230 $600
Carried
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the Board requests the Common Council to amend its budget to accomplish
the following transfers in the Water and Sewer Division:
bOAhli OF PUL-LiC WORKS PhOCEEUNGS
ACCOUNTS hhGhl4ALLE
r.bhuARY 28, 1973
8252
Albanese Plumbing Co.
G2122
35.00
8253
Northeast Plumbing
G2122
28.00
8254
Morusty Plumbing
G212.2
14.00
8255
Karl Carpenter
G2122
14.00
8256
Lill Lower
G2122
8.00
8257
.viargaret bullivan
G2122
8.00
8258
James i�. Griffith
U2122
15.24
8259
r rs. Ueor6e Swartout
G2122
15.24
8260
marguerite Van Orden
G2122
15.24
8261
harry J. Viheeler
G2122
15.24
8262
Clyde moore
G2122
32.19
8263
Anthony Turco
G2122
20.32
8264
Charles 4valker
G2122
15.24
8265
J. J. Newberry's
G2122
30.49
8266
Antonio hernaez
G2122
15.24
8267
-thaca College
G2122
15.24
8268
Morse Chain Coy
G2122
51.73
8269
C. Judson nilgore
F2140
7.32
it n 11
12144
18.26
8270
Eloise hadlock
i2144
3.00
8271
Lansing Vvater List 1
12378
216.04
8272
kdehael LoPinto
12144
8.09
8273
Anna Shulman
F2144
33.84
8274
John -odine
12144
9.45
8275
Jack hams Jr.
r2144
23.64
8206
Joseph wank_.
12144
20.00
82?7
-John Ailler
F2144
15.00
8278
Cornell Uni*orsity
12144
15.00
8279
James Rothchild
F2144
4.86
8280
Town of Lansing ►pater Dist # 1
F2378
5.86
8281
Town of Lansing
12378
5.86
8282
Eastern heights Inc.
F2144
5.86
8283
Ronald n. bars
G2122
87.16
8284
Town of Ithaca
F2378
385.47
8285
Village of' Cayuga Heights
12378
530.25
8286
Lakeside Nursing home
F2l
397.26
8287
Tompkins Uounty
i2144
71.47
8288
City of Ithaca
F2655
8.71
8289
City of Ithaca
v2655 609.87
Water 2396,.11
TOTAL
2831.68
Sewer 435.57
APPhOVED BY riNANCE CL*WdTTEE
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From: Budget Amendment $885.77
To . Cherry St. Pump Station, Acct. G8120-6, Bldg, Maint. Sup., 302 125.00
Christopher Circ. Pmp. Sta, Acct. F8320-7, Equip. Parts & Sup., 312 75.00
Shop & Equip. Acct. F8310-6, M V Equip, 230 351.46
Shop & Equip. Acct. G8110-6, M V Equip, 230 234.31
Cherry St. Pmp. Sta. Acct. G8120-6, Equip. Parts & Sup., 312 100.00
Carried
MODJESKI & MASTERS INVOICE: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the Board approve the invoice No. 1 of Modjeski and Masters for
engineering services in connection with the preparation of plans and specifications
for the Giles Street Bridge in the amount of $4,155.80.
Carried
AUDIT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on
Audit Abstract # 4-1973, be.approved for payment and the bills receivable be approved
and ordered rendered.
Carried
PARKING METERS IN COLLEGETOWN: Comm. Parkes reported that he had talked with
Mr. Feller on this but had not discussed it with the rest of his committee and
would have a report on it at the next meting.
KLINE ROAD TRAFFIC: Comm. Parkes reported that his committee had looked into this
situation and had come up with a possible four solutions. Number 1 was to leave it
alone, Number 2 was to refurbish the signs now posted but they seemed to be unen-
forceable, Number 3 was to post the area with 15 miles per hour but this is also
unenforceable, and Number 4 was to make the road one way up. This would cut the
traffic down. This was looked into thoroughly as the best alternative and should be
put on a 90-day trial, up to Neeham Place.
Comm. Ewanicki moved that the problem of Kline Road he referred to the. staff for
researching and report back to this Board. After much more discussion and due to
a lack of a second:
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Supt. and Chief of Police implement a 90-day trial on Kline Road
making it one way upward be institued. After much more discussion: .
By Comm. Bwanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the original motion be amended to ask for a staff report.
Carried
A vote was then taken on the original motion and was carried.
ELM STREET: Supt. Dingman reported that the Common Council should amend its
ordinances to provide for no parking on Elm Street from Chestnut Street westerly to
the west city line. A 90-day traffic implementation has been done and it has worked
out satisfactorily.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the Charter and Ordinance Committee of Common Council be requested
to amend its ordinances to providefor no parking on Elm Street, from Chestnut Street,
westerly to the west city line.
Carried
ESTY STREET WATER PROBLEM: Alderman Spano reported that there was a problem on the
intersection of Esty Street and Route 13 as to water. It seems that the area is lower
than most and water has a tendency to lay there most of the time. He asked that the
board look into this to see if something could be done about it.
TAUG1ANNOCK BOULEVARD: Comm. Clynes reported that there is someinterest in the old
freight house owned by the city on Taughannock Boulevard and either selling it to
get it cleaned up or clean it up ourselves. He did not favor selling the building
at this time but felt that the city should clean it up.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the item of the building should be referred to the Planning Board
and the Building, Public Grounds and. Parks Committee.
Carried
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INTERNATIONAL MUNICIPAL SIGNAL ASSOCIATION SCHOOL: By Comm. Downing: seconded by
Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the City Electrician, Brooks, and Engineer,Gombas,be authorized to
attend the spring meeting of the International Municipal Signal Association to be
held in Rochester on May 2, 3, & 4th,
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the expenses incurred for this meeting be charged
to the City. -
Carried
AUDIT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed.on
Audit Abstract #6-1973, be approved for payment and that the -bills receivable'be approved
and ordered rendered.
Carried
LIGHTING AT CASS PARK: Comm. Downing reported that the Superintendent has prepared
a packet on materials with respect to lighting at Cass Park, for distribution to
the Board members. The information is relative to the street lighting at Cass Park.
It is imperative that an early decision in this matter be made so that the work may be
implemented.
PARKING ORDINANCE: Comm. Parkes reported that the Parking and Traffic Committee
had implemented 90-day trials on five locations, which had been proven successful.
He was aware of two of them but not all five. After the locations were discussed by
the Board
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That Common Council be requested to amend its ordinances to implement the
following changes which have proven successful in 90-day experimental regulations:
1. Prospect Street, from Hudson Street to Aurora Street, one-way westbound.
2. Columbia Street, from Aurora Street to Hudson Street, one-way eastbound.
3. Dearborn Place, from Triphammer Road to.Wyckoff Avenue, one-way westbound.
4. West Green Street, both sides, from Corn Street for a distance of 75 feet westerly
no parking anytime.
5. 400 block East Seneca Street, north side, from a point 130 feet east of the east
line of Parker Street, east a distance of 100 feet (in front of the Hinkley
Museum), two-hour parking 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Carried
PARKING METER RATES -CHANGES: Comm. Parkes reported on the recommendation of John
Feller for the change in meter rates and time limits in various locations.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the rates proposed by John Feller in the following locations be approved:
1. In the 300 block of East Buffalo.Street - change 22 meters from 5 hr. limit to
10 hr. limit. Rate remains 5 cents per hour.
2. The West State Street.lot in the rear of Central Fire Station - change 37 (10 hr..
meters) from 2.5 cents per hour to 5 cents per hour. No change in time limit.
3. College Avenue between Cook and Catherine Street - change 14 (10 hr. meters)
from 2.5 cents per hour to 5 cents per hour. No change in time limit.
4. Eddy Street - change 15 meters from 2 hrs. to 10 hrs. Rate remains 5 cents per hour.
5. Oak Avenue - change 20 meters from 2 hrs. to 10 hrs. Rate remain 5 cents per hour.
6. Dryden Road - change 22 (10 hr. meters) from 2.5 cents per hour to 5 cents per
hour. No change in time limit.
Carried
PARK ROAD: Comm. Downing asked if the request from Attorney Clynes in designating
the Park _Road as a city street had been acted upon. He was informed that the committee
had not met yet but would soon.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the request of Attorney Clynes be referred to the Planning Board
for a recommendation.
Carried
CITY HALL PARKING: Comm. Parkes reported that he had two recommendations on the
issue of City Hall Parking. One was that it be returned to him and the other was to
refer this matter to the committee as a whole. Comm. Parkes felt that when the ramp
garage is built this would eliminate curb parking and there would be room available
in the ramp garage for employee parking.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the item of City.Hall parking be referred back to the Parking, Traffic
and Transit Committee.
March 28, 1973
AYES. 3 Parkes, Golder, Ewanicki
NAYS: 3 Downing, Clynes, Putney
Due to the tie vote, the following was pr
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Clyn
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works
at this time.
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the request for employee parking
Carried
GOLF COURSE: Alderman Spano reported tha the reduction of fees as listed at the
last meeting was not fair to the regular layers, who only played three or four
times. Ms. Mike appeared before the Boar and expressed the views of the women
golfers. Alderman Spano, said that the s ason ticket holders were the backbone of
the golf course and these ticket holders ill not buy'the season tickets until the
nine holes are available. Superintendent Dingman reported that the Golf Course
would open on March 31, with all nine holes in operation and four temporary greens.
After more discussion
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the fees for the 1972 season ticket holder be reduced as follows:
Single Membership $20.00 and Family Membe t
ship $45.00.
Carried
AYES: 3 Downing, Golder, Ewanicki
DAYS: 2 Parkes, Clynes
On motion the meeting was adjourned at 5 :95 p.m.
Edward J. onley, Alaybr
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PRO=
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting. 4:00 p:m. 'April 11, 1973
PRESENT:
Commissioners (4); Parkes, Putney, ,Gpl.der,,1.Downing
ABSENT:
Mayor -- Gonley
Commissioners (2) - Clynes, Ewanicki
OTHERS PRE -SENT:
Aldermen (5) -.Nichols, Barber,. Span,.: Ri mdlej 'Meyer
Attorney - Gersh Engih@er - Schlieder
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman Ass't.-Controller - Spano
Ass't. Supt. Public Works - Hannan Chamb rlain - Wright
Ass't. to Supt. Public Works - Dougherty Deputy City Clerk - Grey
In the absence of the Mayor, Vice Chairman Putney presided.
MINUTES: Minutes of the meeting.of.Nareh,28, 1973, were"approved as recorded by�the
Deputy City Clerk.
MRS. FREDERIC'K ROSICA: The Deputy Clerk read.a letter from Mrs. Fred Rosica
regarding the denial of the $16.38 sewer repair, charged to her for removal of
blockage in her sewer line. She went into detail on previous claim and correspondence
it was a matter of principal, more than the money involved. The property owner
should not be required to.. -pay -for services performed'by the City to correct problems
admittedly caused solely by the City.. After some discussion,
By'Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the letter from Mrs. Fred_Rosica be referred to the Water and Sewer
Committee.
Caiiied
WATER MAIN EXTENSION-CASCADILLA STREET.: By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the Boar& authorizes the extension of 300 feet of & inch water main
in Cascadilla Street to be financed under the "other line" item in the;Capital'
Budget.
Carried
AMERICAN WATERWORKS ANNUAL CONFERENCE: By Comm. Golder:: seconded by Comm: Downing
RESOLVED, That Chief Water Plant Operator Terrell be authorized to attend the""
American Waterworks Association annual conference May 14.through,May 17, and that
the City pay for the`:cost of registration, lodging and.•meals not to•exceed $200:Od.
Carried
ROMA HORST DILL: By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED,.That the request from Roma Horst of 114 Cascadilla Avenue to. -have -a bill
for,sewer rodding expunged, be denied.
Carried
BIDS -TREES: Comm. Parkes reported that bids were received on Monday, April 9, 1973,
for furnishing street trees as follows:
BIDDER
TOTAL
1'. 2 3 4 5 6
Cole Nursery Co. Inc. 35.85 26.20 36.55 34.40 I:.;:.rmplete
Schichtel's Nursery 29.00 31.00, 31.00 33.00 31.00 31.00 $3,110.00
.ITEM NUMBERS
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the cogitract for.furnishing,street trees in accordance -with the
specifications of March 28, 1973, be awarded to Schichtel's Nursery of Orchard Park,
New York, for their total hid of $3,110.00.
Carried
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CASS MARINA CONCESSION-B-ID: Comm. Parkes reported that no bidswere received for the
operation of the conce'sptonjet Cass Marina Park.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by.Coum. Downing
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to re -advertise for bids on the
concession at the Cass Park.Marina.
Carried
April 11, 1973
BIDS -MOSQUITO C014TROL: Comm. Parkes repo
Sunrise Spraying Service in the amount of
Control. Comm. Downing asked if the spra
Dingman read the toxics that were being u
He also explained that there were twelve
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Dowoi;
RESOLVED, That the contract for mosquito
of March 28, 1973, be awarded to Sunrise
TAYLOR PLACE EXTENSION: Comm. Parkes rep
extension of Taylor Place from its inters
approximately 330 feet to lands,of Graves
By Comm. Parkes: seconded.by Comm. Downi
RESOLVED, That -the Superintendent be auth
Taylor Place, including the extension of
gravel base and asphaltic surfacing to th
Mr. Lajza shall have 1. deposited with th
extension of the sewer, 2. deposited fun
that may be necessary, 3. presented,4:-,4e
conveying the entire street right-of-way,
right -of --way width, and 5. provided for
ted that one bid was received from
$2,400.00 on April 9, 1973, for Mosquito
met.the state specifications. Supt.
ed which conformed with the state uses.
laces designated for this control.
ontrol in accordance with the specifications
praying Service for their bid of $2,400.00
Carried
rted that John Lajza has requested the
ction with Sunrise Road northerly
rized to proceed with the extension of
ater service, sewer service, drainage, -
extent that funds are available, when
city,sufficient funds to pay for the
s to pay for any extensions of drainage
d to the city in satisfactory form
4. rough graded the street to its entire
he survey and monumentation of the street.
:�. Carried
EARL BARTHOLF MEMORIAL: By Comm.•Psrkes.;
RESOLVED, That the Mayor direct a letter.
donation to the tree planting program.. in
seconded by Comm.'Downing
o Joyce Young Wiggins for,her generous
emory of.Earl Bartholf.,,
Carried
CASCADILLA STREET EXTENSION: Comm. Parkei reported that the development -of
Cascadilla>Street westerly hinged on prop rty owners obtaining permits necessary
for crossing railroad crossings and wante to know why the city could not do this.
Attorney Gersh reported that the property owners wanted, .this extension and should
be the ones to apply. 'Supt. Dingman repo ted_that it was, Customary with the work
needed to have the property'owrwrs, do par of the legal work:• In the case of where
the city should have to get the permits the city agencies would co-operate. Attorney
Gersh fe'lt-that with the work involved private attorneys could expedite this matter
better than the City Attorney.
By Comm. Parkes: -seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent -be auth rizedto proceed with,the:development of
Cascadilla. Street westerly of the present PMd of the street.to,the extent that.
funds are•.available. The authorization ncludes:the extensiA.an,.orrenewal'of water
lines as necessary, the extension or renewal of sewer lines as necessary, giaSel
basing as necessary, asphaltic surface treatment and the extension of drainage as
necessary, when the owners of the abutting properties shall have 1. provided the
city with deeds to the fee.of the require right-of-way, 2. provided survey's and
monumentation of..the right-of-way, 3. dep sited a,.sum equal to the estimated obst
of the drainage, and 4. obtained from the Lehigh.,Vplley Railroad such'permits as are,
necessary for the construction of public rossings.
Carried
CASS PARK LIGHTING: By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the proposal of the New Yo k State Electrie and Gas Corporatioe for
the lighting of Cass Park at a total estimated annual cost of $10,610.00 in accordance
with plans approved by the Superintendent be approved. Comm. Downing reported thaf'
he had just received the f i;ures for the lighting of Cass Park if the city owned it
and it would be a lot -cheaper, based -on annual cost by the Gas and Ele. tric Company'.;
Comm. Parkes reported that T. G. Millers ieport recommended that the city take over''
the lighting of the Caws Park according t .the report filed with the Superintendent
on July 21, 1971. —Supt. Dingman .reported that this report was .based on the city
owning the transformer and the lines' to t e Skating Rink and the .Swimmjng Pool..
Decisions made at that time authorized th. Gas and Electric to put in,.:the transformer
and to bring buried lines to the faciliti s. If the city owns the transformer it must
have a back up transformer in case this ore breaks down. By the Gas and Electric
owning it they have.•a supply they can -dram from... As this is underground equipment_.
the skills are different than the ordina ,electrician.. The city do ess.not have:
anyone at this moment with the skills nec $sary. Based on the.reports of'1971 it
was decided that there was no percentage ,the city owning the lighting in Cass Park.
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Comm. Downing felt that it could be written off in seven years and -then would pay
for itself, if the city owned it. Comm. Golder asked if the Gas..and Electric had
been asked if the price would reduce after -their initial investment had.been returned.
Supt. Dingman reported that we have five-year contracts with them and they are
renegotiated at the end of these periods. This could be brought up. Comm. Downing
asked that the Controller come up with figures as to the city owning the lighting
in comparison with what the Gas and Electric are charging. He thought that there was
a possibility of'the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation coming up with funds for a project
'of this nature. A vote was taken on the original motion to approve the contract.
AYES: 0
NAYS: 4 Motion Defeated
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the item of Cass Park lighting be referred to the Highways, Street
Lighting and Refuse Committee, for a report back after consulting with an electrical
engineer and the utility company.
Carried
EAST HILL SIDEWALK DAYS: 'By Comm. Parkes.: seconded by.Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the request of the East Fill Merchants to close off the 400 block
of College Avenue on Friday, May 4 and on Saturday, May 5, for their sidewalk sales
promotion, be denied. Comm. Parkes questioned.reascm for denial. Supt. Dingman
replied that the merchants had not lived up to.their agreement last year in keeping
the lanes open for emergency vehicles and the, streets were meant for traffic and it
was the departments responsibility to see that,the streets remained open. Attorney
Gersh reported that the ordinances were in conflict as the Police Department had the
say'on• the sidewalks and the Board of Public Works on the streets. He advised that
the Police Department should,be advised on this and to see if.a compromise could
be worked but.
By Comm. Downing: seconded.by Comm. Pai;kes
RESOLVED, That the resolution,be amended to read that the request be graixted provided
that the regulations of the Police and the city:are observed and ti;at the efforts
are co-ordinated with the personnel of the Board of Public Works and -.the Police
Department.
A vote was then taken'on the amended motion and was passed. -
Carried
PROVISIONS FOR AMENDING THE CODE: Attorney Gersh reported that he had' proposed.
amendments to the Code of Ordinances and he is sending.these to the appropriate
people in City Hall. Sections of the Building Code, sections dealing with streets
and sidewalks, to•• mention a couple of changes, are included. These will then go
back to the Charter and Ordinance Committee for action.
WATER BILLS: Attorney Gersh reported. that the City,Chamberlai:n.had brought to hi4'
attention some time ago, bills that were for property damage & car damage and went
back as far as 1964. In each case these bills are uncollectable for various reasons.
He recommends that they should be written off. Specifically a bill in the amount
of $38.66 for Mr. Perrault,,.,who is_no•longer in the area. .One for Ed Peterson,.
in the amount of $116.26, who. is a recipient of Social Service benefits, -:and 16
uncollectable 'and a bill'for $87.52 issued to a.person who was insured•at the time
but due to lapse of time, is uncollectable.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the bill #3570 for Robert T. Congdon,.dated September 219. 1964•9iris`
the amount of $87.52, the bill #7522 of Mr. Perrault, dated October 27, 1971, in the
amount of $38.66 and the bill #6441 for Ea Peterson, dated December 29, 1969,•�in"-,
the amount of $116.26 be expunged.
Carried
FALL CREEK FLOODING: Comm. Golder reported that Edward P.. Abbott,.Esquire, has
presented a petition signed by 153 tax -paying residents of the Fall Creek area,
praying for relief from high ground water levels during the winter months. . The
petition states that the basements of their valuable properties are being flooded
to such an extent that sump pumps cannot handle the high waters. It requests
immediate remedial action in the form of diversionary ditches:, dredges, etc.. .The
letter and petitions are available in the office of the Superintendent for your
pursual.
Alderman Spano reported that the city used to dredge this area periodically and
this relieved the situation. Supt. Dingman replied that the dredge owned by the
city was never used for this purpose. He felt that the creek itself was the
problem and considerabie-st}udy would have;to•,be made to come up.with a practical
solution. He was recommending that it go to committee so -.that a complete engineering
analysis be made before a decision was made.
S'�4
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Par
RESOLVED, That the petition of the Fall
ground water levels be referred tothe C
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residents for relief from high
and Bridges,,Committee.
Carried
CASS PARK PROPOSED CHANGES: Comm. Golder reported that the Buildings and Grounds
Committee of the Board of Public Works;.t e- Public Works Committee of Council -and
the Youth Bureau had met and had a list oE the proposed changes that should be made.
Comm. Parkes remarked that he. -hoped that he.design architect would review these.
Alderman Rundle reported that a copy of t ese proposed changes with the rough
estimates had been given to Council and they would establish their priorities as it
would effect the budget for this year.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Downi g
RESOLVED, That the list of proposed chang s at Cass Park Rink as developed at a
joint meeting of the Buildings and Groundi Committee of the Board of Public Works
-the Public Works Committee of Common Coln -il and the representatives of the Youth
Bureau or. March 21, and the rough estimat s of Costs thereon prepared by the City
Engineer, be referred to the Common Counc 1 with the request that a more definite
plan of action be developed so that the d partment can produce more definite designs
and estimates. (copy attached to minutes):
Carried
BUDGET REQUEST ADDITIONAL M014EY: By 'Con
RESOLVED, That the Commoa'Council be req
Account No. A1620-B for Chain -link fenci
lot in accordance with the revised plans
SHULMAN PROPERTY: Comm. Golder reported
purchase city land on Adams Street. Alde
denied. Comm. Putney informed him that t
the land °would be used by themornot. 4
be needed at any time for expansion. Con
Shulman down: there could be exchanged. 8
Mr. Shulman and as yet he has not respond
was had by the city for future expansion.
city that it should be analyzed thorough]
would not be needed.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Parke
RESOLVED, That the request" of Morris Shul
in the rear of his land -on Adams Street,
AUDIT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by
RESOLVED, That the bids audited and a
on Audit Abstract #7-1973 be approved
approved and ordered rendered.
Golder: seconded by Comm. Parkes
ted to provide an"..additional $832.00 in
around -the Fall of Justice and its parking
d..spectfications.
Carried
the -request of Morris Shulman to
an Spano questioned why the request was
city -was not sure at.this time whether
department had informed them it.might
Golder asked if property now owned by;
t. Dingman brought this possibility up.to
Comm. Downing asked if a master plan
He felt that before land was sold by the
to make sure that land owned by the city
to purchase a piece of City owned land
denied. Carried
Co . Golder
ppr ved by.the Finance Committee as listed
for payment and that the bills receivable be
Carried
JAMES BOWER: :'By Comm. Downing: seconded -by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That James Bower be appointed-S wer Treatment Plant Operator.at an .
annual salary of $6,904.00 effective ApriL 1, 1973.
Carried
RICHARD WOOD: By Comm. Downing: seconde
RESOLVED, That Richard Wood be appointed
Maintenance Division at'$2.99 per hour of
by Comm. Parkes
truck driver in the -Construction and
ctive April 11, 197-3.
Carried
DONALD RYKEN: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the Board reafirm the appoLntment of Donald Ryken to the position:
of Account Clerk (40 hours) in the Water 3nd Sewer Division -at an annual salary
of $6,947.00.
"Carried
HARRY KING LEAVE;OF ABSENCE: By Comm.-D
RESOLVED, That -the convalescent leave of
through September 1973.
JEFFREY BRAINARD: By Comm. Downing: sec
RESOLVED",'That Jeffrey Brainard be promot
Plant' Operator ,in -the Water' -and -Sewer Div
effective February 22, 1973.
seconded by Comm. Parkes
for Harry -King be extended.
Carried
ed by Comm. Parkes
to the position'of Sewage Treatment
on 'at an annual -salary' 'of $7,058.00 "
Carried
bOkid) OFPUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
APRIL 11, 1973
8335
Town of Ithaca
G2374
67.18
8336
It It It
F 2378
59.74
8337
it It"
F2378
93986
8338
It It ►,
r 2378
157.92
8339
it "
F2378
119.49
8340
it ►i ►,
F2378
52.09
8341
it It "
F2378
88.86
8342
Village of Cayuga Heights
12378
107,08
8343
Ithaca College
E2144
79.65
8A44
Dryden Sewer Dist. # 2
G2374
489.42
8345
Christian Otto
G2122
12.32
8346
Cornell University
G2122
15.24
8347
Anargeros Vlahos
G2122
15.24
8348
Bernice Hopkins
F'2144
15.00
8349
J. H. McCarthy
F2144
15.00
8350
Eben S. Reynolds
F2144
15.00
8351
Robert J. Smith
F2144
15.00
8352
Lulla H. Burris Est,
121"
12.67
8353
First National Bank
F2144
128.15
8354
Town of �ansing
F-2378
18.2.2
8355
Brenda Baldwin Wallace
G2122
15.64
8356
John D. Mac Lean
12144
69,00
8356
John D. Mac Lean
G2122
20,00
8357
linger Lakes State Parks Comm.
F2378
18,75
8358
Morse Chain Cop
G2122
175.00
8359
Alvira I. Pollio
G2122
10.00
TOTAL $
1885.52
Water 1,06548
Sewer 820,04
APPROVLD BY FINANCE CO&1ITTEE
724 Daisy Schra�nrci h2690 1,13;�.00
COMMUNITY TRANSIT SYSTEM
REPORT OF OPERATIONS
JANUARY - PARCH 1973
January -
March
1971
1972
1973
INCOP'.E
Cash Fares $
15#490.71
$
14,764.53
$ 15,083.37
Tokens Sold
3#656.00
4,036.00
2,656,00
Student Tickets Sold
598.00
525.00
560.00
Sr. Citizen Tickets Sold
250.00
850.00
Other Income
11,212.29
2,505,00
TOTAL INCOME
19,724.71
30,787. 2
21654.37
OPERATING EXPENSE:
Clerical image
612,3o
620.S7
611.69
Driver Wage
18,217.56
16,123.09
19,057.77
Mechanic Wage
3#533.12
4#143.04
4,052.07
Fuels & Lubricants
1,208,18
1*087.51
1,398.49
Office Supplies
20.64
41.93
Repair Parts & Supplies
1,705.91
1#833.78
1,803.09
Maintenance of Equip. by Others
507.14
384.52
Insurance
1,088.00
1,254.25
1,100.50
Clothing
27.65
269.40
Telephone
19.47
48.44
112.90
Rent of DPW Workspace & Facilities
300.00
300.00
300.00
Printing
86.00
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSE $
26,732.83
$
26,003
$ 29,132.3
Depreciation
2,642.41
2,151.92
2,158.11
TOTAL EXPENSE $
29,375.24
$
28,— 155.74
$ 31,290.47
NET PROFIT BEFORE CAPITAL INVESTMENT
$
4,784.00
NET LOSS BEFORE CAPITAL INVESTMENT $
7,008.12
$ 7,477.99
NET PROFIT AFTER CAPITAL INVESTtitENT
$
2,632.08
NET LOSS AFTER CAPITAL IIlNESTPI NT $
9,650.53
$ 9,636.10
NUI'`BER OF PASSENGERS CARRIED:
Cash Fares
57,649
59,057
60,333
Tokens Used
179712
13,210
13,151
Student Tickets Used
3,894
4,433
306z9
Sr. Citizen Tickets Sold
1,695
4,741
TOTAL PASSENGERS CARRIED
79.255
78795
81 8
3.
;Q''1Committee
I W4 g o W
' 36C*1 April
ds°�
At a meet*" of the Ruildi" i rGrowds Comfttse ldtti thaw Paulin
WZU deefttee of Cannon Cou=11, sud the Youth meld at Casa
y".t ISA16 the fellawift items ware discussed:
lj +ems sddittana,2 exit dooz in the preas+tt dasher board system
an the erect sMW of the rink.
;' bfth vow wood slat fence around the rink as close to
the enter edie of the arches as possible.
3) As as alternate, a S' high cyclone fames As the mess locatto&A
4) ♦ tempered glass "etas on top of the dasher boards around
time entire lint•
S) As as alternate, continua the present screening along both
sMes of twee rink and increase the screening at either and by 2'.
6) close the presently open area of the warning room where
the pay phens is am located, so that it can be used as a rink office.
7) Intemolos of the present warming area to the nest by snlarging����'vv
twee building to provide a total warding space large axmigh for 100 people.
S) Cole -operated lockasrs in place of the existing lockers in the Wei
two dressing rooms.
9) ♦ separate building for a concession stand so located that it
can be approached from the pool aide of the swimming enclosure, as well
as from the open area to the north of the pool. This concession stand
would be expected to serve the swimming area and the play areas in the
suermer, and to serve the skating area in the minter.
In addition, Mr. Ruoff of the Ithaca Youth Hockey Association,
has proposed the following items:
1) Additional rubber matting in both dressing rooms, as well as
along the sides of the rink to the player entrance doors.
2) Ramoval of the player entrance door at the south and of the
rink.
nume valwy area.
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t to,bajae .
i,
."
i.
An L*prov*d ?A
Nor* comx4i," m coo
u*rt'h of
,be poo I witkin the avlool"
of Iha AMM%ONA14
wl'tbin
Ow owl"adma areas.
A 9041*0 POGI fVr MWAU
CULI.JTOU.
AdWItIonal starve *pace.
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(71H S.
babas! henry. Cbstrwss of Hai]/i� i bread. Com ttas
T ,.
1 r.It. 0. Disown
1 at Cass part heat
s 1973
AS:A iwof tie >bilding i Ctamwe CaMattes dth the pnrlta
f g A^ te+r, of COMMoR Cou"410 and tha -Youth ft"O$ beld at Cale
d'g itaes .rare disarseadt
� i
- -q" .*W;Lttoaal snit door Is the presest dasher board systsa
of. the rick.
Good out fence around the rink as close to
tUa of the' anther as possible. t
,".
3)L M alternate, a 61 high cyclone fence in the sass location J
A tmpaced glass systaa on top of the dashes boards around
* ' �& 4 an alternate, continue' the present screening along both
'#sk and f netv"a the careening at either and by 2' . 1
' . • 6) Haolose the presently open area of the warming rocs where
tba po s', Is vw* located, so that it can be "ad as a rink office.
h
vata6aion of the p'rasent wa nIng area p ""
to the most by enlarging)#
lsfllll to provide a total warming space large enough for 100 People
=y1 ad locker; in place of the ezistiag lockers is the
a•r .0
9) A saparata build in for a` concission . stand so located that it
"` "row the ool side of the p sriasia8 aaclosnre,.as well
tba open area to the north of the pool. This concession stand
bt a wctid"to aer►e tha'swimsing area and the play areas in the
•and to serve the skating urea is the winter.
Is addition. W. itnoff o! the Ithaca Youth Hockey Association,
y proposed tba following"iPe" :
i
1) Addition. rubber matting in both dressing rooms, as well as
slog the olden of the Trink to "ctie' player entrance doors.`
Z) fssoval of the. pl.ayez entrance door at the south and of tha
rink. ,
-5- April 11, 1973
BUDGET AMENDMENT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to amend its budget for the Water
Filtration Plant to provide an additional $1,000.00 in Account F-8330, Line 418.
Carried
ROCKWELL PARKING METERS: Comm. Parkes reported on bids received for 100 Rockwell
Parking meters. Alderman Rundle asked if .thdse were additional meters and if so.,
why couldn't the meters being taken from the .Seneca Street Parking lot be used?
Supt. Dingman replied that the 100 meters,from-Rockwetl•were on the replacement
program and the ones from Seneca St
Xeet would be use& fbr the replacement program
as the program was behind schedule.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the bid of Rockwell International Corporation for replacing 100
Rockwell Model N Automatic Parking Meters at a unit price of $55.00, be accepted.
Carried
MORRIS AVENUE: By.Comm. Parkes:..seconded by.. -Gomm. -Golder
RESOLVED; That the request of residents of Morris Avenue for a charge in the parking
regulations be considered and,that the restrictions against parking be removed
from the north side of Morris Avenue.
Carried
BUSES: Comm. Parkes reported that one of the Community Transit Buses has been
painted red, white and blue and was in operation so•'that reactions could begotten
from the public on the ,colors.
COMMUNITY TRANSIT REPORT: Comm. Parkes reported that the report of operations of
the Community Transit System has been received for the January through March, 1973,
operations. He noted that the passengers had increased over the 1972 period. The
Transit Committee acknowledges receipt of the first quarter operation for 1973.
(copy attached to minutes)
ELM STREET: Alderman Barber reported that some time ago he brought to the Board's
attention the open ditch at the upper part of Elm Street. The Town of Ithaca has
recently put pipe in on Haller Boulevard and approximately 25' ineb Elm Street where
the curve is. He felt that the ditch coming down.should.have something done;to;":it
to eliminate,the open ditch on Elm Street. Supt.'Dingma�an. reported that he had re-
quested funds in the Capital Budget but there were higher priorities and it was very
unlikely that it would be done in 1973.
MINI -POOL: Alderman Nichols asked that now we have a siteon Court Street on
school property for the Mini -Pool, are we going to be able to get it moved soon?
Supt. Dingman replied that the department had not been officially notified of this
as yet. Attorney Gersh said this would be forthcoming at the next Council meeting.
SENECA STREET RAMP GARAGE: Attorney Gersh announced that the closing on the
Seneca Street Parking Lot for the new garage facilities will take place Friday at
2:00 p.m. in the Mayor's Office. The Attorn3s: will/Resent for all concerned. The
City will be transferring its land to the Urban Development Corporation and Urban
Renewal Agency will be granting a license for its land to Urban Development Corpora-
tion, because the federal approval has not yet come through.
EMPLOYEE PARKING: Comm. Golder reported on employee parking and suggested that the
lot on the corner of Clinton and Spencer Streets be open for city employees for
daytime parking. The residents of the area could still use this for nightime
parking as long as they were out of there at a reasonable time in the morning, so
that city employees could use that space.
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the parking lot owned by the city on the corner of Clinton and Spencer
Street be used for parking for City Hall Employees, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be directed to have posted such
signs that are necessary to designate this as a city parking lot and the time that
it will be used as such, -and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That permits will be issued to City Employees designating
the parking lot, at Clinton and Spencer Street only.
Carried
SENECA STREET RAMP GARAGE: Comm. Parkes questioned the reason for the haste in
getting the garage built on Seneca Street. Alderman Nichols replied that this was
the preliminary step in creating the mall on State Street. It was necessary to
create a space for cars while the mall was under construction.
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April 11, 1973
Comm. Parkes indicated his displeasure vi h the.way I. the, "Contract" was'handled.
Comm. Golder questioned the procedure of Common Cou'Acil ii by passing the BPW
which, under the City'Chartei, 4houl�ha':passed on the proposal before it went
to Council. He stated that'this..acti6h'w another 'of several instances in which
the Common Council had ignored the conditions' set forth'in the.charter..
He pointed out several deficiences which ould have lad more attention if the
matter had come before the board, to wit; that the cost figures of the contract and,
those of the SUDC were $300,000 apart and that the figuro 'of both parties could not
be reconciled one to the other. Yet, the Council accepted the higher (SUDC) figure
without question, thereby 'giving away' m nies totaling nearly one-half million
dollars.
Comm. Golder insisted that it be a part of the .re,cord that the BPW is in no way
responsible for this give-a=way. '
Comm. Downing reported that during.the Jo ns Regine that he had defeated a very
large ramp.proposed over the objections o Coiincii. This could have been built by
now. He felt that Common Council should Iroceed as fast*as possible for establishing
parking for merchants in the downtown are,. He commended the present Mayor and the
Council for their efforts.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm."Pa rK s
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works d`jourried this meeting in memory of. ~
Arnold Tolles, a former alderman and outs anding citizen.
. Carried
Robert G. Grey; Deputy Cifty Clerk
0
Edward J. Con3Ay, Mayor.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners - (5) Putney, Golder, Ewanicki, Downing, Parkes
ABSENT:
Commissioner - (1) Clynes
OTHERS PRESENT:
April 25, 1973
Aldermen - (4).Rundle, Spano, Barber, Nichols
Building Commissioner - Jones
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman
Chamberlain - Wright
Ass't. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan
Controller - Daley
Ass't. to Supt. - Dougherty
Ass't. Controller - Spano
Engineer - Schlieder
Deputy City Clerk - Grey
r-�
In the absence of Mayor Conley, Vice Chairman
Putney presided.
a�
MARC SULLIVAN: The Deputy Clerk reported he was in receipt of a certificate from
Marc Sullivan for one tree to be picked up at
the Agway Farm Store. This was a
donation to the city.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca, accept with thanks the tree donated by Marc
Sullivan and the Mayor be directed to write a
letter to him expressing the thanks
of the city.
Carried
BID CASS PARK: The Deputy Clerk reported receipt of a bid from Mike's Snack Bar
for the Cass Park Concession in the amount of $272.00.
By.Cgmm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the bid received from Mike's Snack Bar, 378 Elmira Road, in the amount
of $272.00 be referred to the Buildings and Grounds Committee.
Carried
�I AL PROJECTS COMPLETED: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Golder
VED, That the following capital projects be declared completed and the remaining
monies released:
a. Relocated 16" Main, Quarry Dorm, Project F890-63 $ 188.80
b. Relocated Inlet Line to Treatment Plant, Project F890-64 2,078.11
c.' Hook Place, Chestnut Street Sewer, Project G890-82 3,051.71
Carried
& SEWER RATES STUDY: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RE p VED, That the Water and Sewer Committee be requested to make a report on the
relationship between income and expenditures as they are related to the water operation
and the sewer operation, with the general purpose of justifying the present rates
or making recommendations for changes.
Carried
ROBINSON & CARPENJEE MTER AND SEWER BILL: Comm. Ewanicki reported that the first
11 IR
444r�erly bill of Robinson & Carpenter for water and sewer service was unusually
h*Sh due to a major leak in the heating system. This water did not go into the sewer
system but gent into the ground. Due to the circumstances an adjustment in their
sewer b*11 115 1n order.
By Qpmm, ZW414cki: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESdt*D, That a refund of $43.24 be issued to Robinson and Carpenter, Account
#77-'017194,.,to adjust their first quarter sewer charges.
Carried
MRS. FRE3.1I C HOSICA: By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED 'That the request of Mrs. Frederick Rosica to expunge a sewer repair bill
In the amount of $16.38 for sewer repairs be denied.
Carried
SPRING PICK-UP WEEK: By Comm. Golder:
RESOLVED, That the week of May 14 throug
Week," and the department be authorized
to pick up items of household refuse not
and
BE tT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the tegUlat
connection with the fall pick up of 1972
At 4:25 p.m. Mayor Conley took the chair
TAYLOR PLACE: By Comm. Golder: second
RESOLVED, That the resolution authorizi
be referred back to the Highway Committ
the Board, in its recommendation to Com
CASCADILLA STREET: By Comm. Golder: se
RESOLVED, That the resolution autherizin
Westerly to the inlet be referred to the
power to act for the Board, in its recom
WILLIAMS GLEN ROAD: By Comm. Golder: s
RESOLVED, That the resolution authorizin
be referred to the Highway Committee for
Board, in its recommendation to Common C
FALL CREEK AREA FLOODING: Comm. Golder
needed more study and asked if it was po
projects that were declared complete and
that this could not be done as the money
reported that Attorney Abbott had sent i
asking for relief of the high water in t
tions of R. J. Martin which broke the st
defines the problem and the second phase
that other priorities were needed ahead
discussion on the water problems of the
By Cpmm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Ewan
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be req
services in connection with high ground
HALL OF JUSTICE FENCING: By Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be auth
of fencing around the Hall of Justice to
Dingman reported that he had been in cons
that the fencing should be done unless al
He felt that the resolution should be wit
available to do the entire job, and asked
project and the project be reviewed again
resolution and Comm. Parkes his second.
FLOW AVENUE PROPERTY: By Comm. Putney:
RESOLVED, That the request of Clo Calistr
available for public sale, be referred to
LEHIGH VALLEY RAILROAD FREIGHT STATION:
RESOLVED, That the City Controller be req
taxes and income as it relates to the for
and as it relates to the city property le
April 25, 1973
conded by Comm. Ewanicki
May 18 be designated as "Spring Pick -Up
hire Additional equipment and personnel
icked up in the normal weekly collections,
ptomuigated by the Superintendent in
ly.
Carried
by Comm. Parkes
the construction of Taylor Place extension
for further study, with power to act for
Council.
Carried
nded by Comm. Parke
the construction of Cascadilla Street
ighway Committee for further study, with
adation to Common Council.
Carried
onded by Comm. Parkes
the construction of Williams Glen Road
urther study, with power to act for the
ncil.
Carried
ported that the high water at Fall Creek
ible to take the money of the capital
se this for the study. He was informed
everted to the General Fund. Comm. Golder
a petition with 153 signatures on it,
area. Comm. Golder read the recommenda-
y down in two phases; the first phase
ries for the solution. Comm. Dowing felt
a study of this type. After much more
11 Creek area,
ki
sted to authorize $11,500.00 for consulting
ter conditions in the Fall Creek area.
Carried
seconded by Comm. Parkes
rized to proceed with the construction
he extent that funds are available. Supt.
ct with Chief Herson and he did not feel
of the fencing could be done at once.
drawn as there was not enough funds
that he be authorized to close out that
for 1974. Comm. Putney withdrew his
seconded by Comm. Downing
to have land on Floral Avenue (411)
the Buildings and Grounds Committee.
1,
Carried
Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
ted to prepare a statment of expenses,
Lehigh Valley Railroad Freight Station
d by Agway for its bulk fuel operations.
Carried
MiRD 01, PULLIC IWURKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS iLECEIVNLLE
HPRIL'25, 1973
8360
Albanese Plumbing Co.
8361
D. H. brewer
8362
Burris Plumbing Co,
8363
Donohue —Halverson
8364
Hull Heating & Plumbing
8365
Adelbert Hull
8366
Ralph baldini
8367
Cornell University
8368
Theresa Massiimilla
8369
Leo Georgiou
8370
Babcock Roultry Farm, Inc.
8371
Cornell University
8372
Lansing `pater Dist # 1
8373
Robert Carlton
8373
tr it
8374
Perry Smith
8375
Village of Cayuga Heights
8376
Robert AcDowell
8377
Richard Stotts
8377
it it
8378
Richard Stotts
8379
Town of ltzaca
8380
City of .Ithaca
8381
Git�- of Ithaca
WR 1608,68
SR 410.03
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTIE
G2122
27.00
G2122
11.00
G2122
33.00
G2122
8.00
G2122
14.00
G2122
42.74
G2122
15.24
G2122
15.24
G2122
12.32
F2144
15.00
F2144
40.57
12144
169.21
F2378
16.46
F2144
137.91
P G2)21 124.94
G2122
23.48
12378
310.76
F'2144
27.89
12144
5.86
G2122
20.00
G2374
63.07
F2378
270.46
F2655
3.18
1,2655
611.38
TOTAL 2018.71
3%"�f
-3- April 25, 1973
RMIftMENTS ON CASS PARK: Comm. Parkes asked if the improvements for Cass Park had
been overlooked.'tomm. Putney replied that the committee did not have any information
on this and go *M4 nd report. Alderman Rundle reported on the meeting of the
committees and wtie recommending three items. First item is one additional exit
door, second item.was fencing around dasherboard system not covered, third item
was enclosing the open area of the warming room where the pay phone in now located
so.that it would be used for a rink office and also possibly as a concession stand in
the summer. Rough figures on the cost would amount to $109000.00.:It-was the
feeling that a years experience at Cass Park was needed before all the improvements
that were listed could be acted upon.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the items for an additional exit door, fencing around the dasherboard
system and enclosing the open area of the warming rooms as recommended by the
Aldermen be accepted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the items be referred to the Public Buildings,
Public Grounds and Parks Committee.
Carried
ROBERT WILSON SCULPTURE:, Comm. Putney reported that Thomas Mackesey, Vice -President
.-.? for Planning at Cornell University, has indicated that the University wished to
honor Professor Robert Wilson, the father of the Syncrotron, by removing his
sculpture from city grounds at Cass Park and erecting in on the grounds of the
Symcrotron at Cornell University. He has indicated that the removing of the
sculpture will be done by a reputable contractor at no cost to the city, and that
the parking lot where the sculpture now stands will be patched to the city's
specifications. The Ithaca Center for the Arts' president Thomas Niederkorn, has
polled the members of the Board and they have concurred with the proposed move.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Downing
R4SOLVED, That the Board authorize Cornell University to remove the sculpture
by Professor Robert Wilson from _the grounds at Cass Park and place it on University-
groupds at no cost to the city, and.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the parking lot where the sculpture now stands will be
patched to city specifications.
Carried
AUDIT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on
Audit Abstract #8-1973 be approved for payment and that the bills receivable be
approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
TREE&MD, INC. PAYMENT: Comm. Downing reported that Treeland, Inc. has presented
its 6th estimate for payment for services in connection with site development of the
south portion of Cass Park in the amount of $37,495.80. This payment will make
the total paid on this contract $133,701.30 of a total adjusted contract price of
$190t219.00.
By -Comm. Downing:, seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the payment estimate_#6 of Treeland, Inc. for construction services
in connection with site development of the south portion of Cass Park .be approved
in the amount of $37,495.80.
Carried
RAYMQND, PARRISH & PINE PAYMENT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the payment request #3 of Raymond, Parrish and Pine for professiotial
services in connection with a traffic study.of the central business district, be
approved in the amount of $1,375.00.
Carried
AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION MEETING: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the city representative of the Upstate Chapter of the American Public
Works Association be authorized to attend the spring meeting of the Upstate Chapter
in Syracuse on May 9, 10 and 11; the cost of meals, transportation and lodging,to be
a charge against the city.
Carried
AMERICAN PUBLIC_ WORKS ASSO_ C IOI4 REGIONAL_ MEETING: By ronnn..Downing: seconded by
Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to attend the regional meeting of
the House of Delegates of the American Public Works Association in Allentown,
Pennsylvania, on May 23 and 24, 1973.
Carried
MRS. OLGA POTORTI: By Comm. Downing: se
RESOLVED, That the Board approve an annua
effective April lb, 1973. Comm. Putney q
to the Board when the Board is not consul
felt this should be discussed in Executiv
Mayor Conley requested that this item be
in Executive Session. Bomm. Downing with
his second and it was decided to discuss
HARRY KOZERSKI APPOINTMENT: By Comm. D
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the a
in the Buildings and Grounds Department
EDWARD HAMILTOII PROMOTION: By Comm.
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the
of Maintainer in the Construction and
effective April 29, 1973.
WAYNE ALBRO PROMOTION: By Comm. Downing:
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the prc
Truck Driver in the Construction & Mainte
April 29, 1973.,
PARK ROAD: Comm. Downing asked if a re -
Commission that the Board requested, on
information was needed. Comm. Putney r
responded to their request on signs for
that communications could improve for r
CASS PARK LIGHTING: Comm. Downing repor
Outdoor Recreation were coming to Ithaca
with the possibility of getting State Fu
April 25, 1973
nded by Comm. Putney
salary of $7,331.00 for Mrs. Olga Potorti
stioned why one salary was being brought
d on other salaries. Supt. Dingman
Session as'it was a personnel problem.''
thdrawn at this time and be discussed
ew his motion and Comm. Parkes withdrew
is itei'in Executive Session.
ng: seconded by Comm. Putney
ntment of Harry Kozerski as a Laborer II
$2.60 per hour -,'`effective April 29, 1973.
Carried
ng: seconded by Comm. Golder
Dtion of Edward Hamilton to the position
tenance Division at $3.48 per hour,
Carried
seconded by Comm. Putney
tion of Wayne Albro to the position of
nce 'Division at $3.38 per hour, effective
t had been received from'the Planning
e Park Road. IIe was ,informed that more
rted that the Planning Board had not
e Golf Course either. Comm. Dowding felt
ests of this nature.
d that people from the Bureau of
o see about the lighting of Cass Park,
S.
CAPITAL PROJECTS: Comm. Downing reporte that he had read in the paper that
Common Council had withdrawn funds from Capital Budget requested by the Board
of Public Works for the reason that the loard could not carry out'the work. .Mayor
Conley replied that the Capital Budget h d been set up to cover only the projects
that the Council felt could be completed this year. Comm. Downing reported that he
had been investigating the Capital Projects for the last two or three years, amount
appropriated and amounts expended. He brought out the fact that'the balances
indicated that projects were not being c mlleted. Economists felt that when
$100,000.00 of money was spent that this generated approximately 1400,000.00
through purchases, sales, etc. He felt It was up to the Board to establish a policy
with respect to this Capital,Improvement authorization. He felt that what the
Superintendent could have done should be done and what couldn't -be done by city
forcgs be contracted. He felt it was wise to spend the funds when needed in the
community and every year that it goes by the cost goes up. He felt that even if
the cost of contracting the jobs went up ten percent the annual increase in cost'df
the project would more than offset this. Comm —Putney reported that he felt the same
way and has for a long time. He feit.th t every year the jobs that could -.not be
handled by the department should be cone acted out. Mayor Conley reported that the
Finance Committee was trying to establist a six year Capital Improvements plan'
and set a budgetary procedure each year as the time came closer to do the projects.
Mayor Conley wanted to see as much work cone by our own forces as possible but we'
should recognize that when we see that w cannot do the jobs we should contract
them out. Supt. Dingman felt that the Board should be cautious in establishing
a positive policy until they become fu113 acquainted with the problem and the policy
that they establish would be to the adva tage to the city. Mayor Conley reported
that the Federal Revenue Sharing was reC rning the policy making back to the city and
furnishing the funds for it. This shoul help the city in establishing better
capital projects. After much more discussion,
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That it is the policy of the Board of Public Works that all authorized
Capital Improvements be carried out in t e year that they are authorized wherever
possible, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Supt. bE authorized to determine which work will be
done by his forces and which work will bE contracted out, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Supt. r port each year early enough so that the Board
will have an understanding what the prog am will be.
Carried
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DAVID BOSS APPRECIATION: By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be requested to direct a letter to David Ross of Station
WTKO expressing the appreciation of the Board of Public Works for the kindness
of Mr. Ross and of Station WTKO for the spot advertisements presented over the
past several months publicizing the community transit system and encouraging
ridership.
Carried
CEMETERY VANDALISM: Supt. Dingman reported that he was in receipt of a letter from
Mr. Lee and he was bringing to the attention of the Board, vandalism in the City
Cemetery. He feels that one of the reasons for this is that there is no fence on
the east side of the cemetery. He proposes that a strong fence be erected on the
east side of the cemetery.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the letter received from Mr. Lee regarding the vandalism in the
City Cemetery be referred to the Buildings and Grounds Committee.
Carried
M CLAPITAL PROJECTS RESOLUTION: Comm. Parkes asked that the Capital Projects
r-1 resolution be discussed in committee soon, effectuation of Council policy regarding
capital projects. Comm. Downing felt that the Superintendent should prepare
specifications and plans with respect to current expenditures as to how he is
going to carry out the work, and then to ask the committee when this is available
QD to meet and disucss the methods which he proposes on the expenditures. Engineer
Schlieder reported that lack of positive direction is one of his problems in his
department. New projects should be divorced from regular projects. He felt that
two things should be done. One is that a list be made of the regular housekeeping
and. maintenance for the year and the other one is that which should be planned for
new development. Planning should be done a year in advance and not done by panic.
Comm. Downing felt that if more help was needed we should proceed and pay for this.
Thiq would stop the delay -year after year. Alderman Nichols reported that at the
March Council meeting they had requested bids be achieved by work not to be done
by City forces, such as South Hill Playground, DeWitt Park and MacDaniels Park and
after last nights Planning meeting the drawings are available for Conway Park.
She hoped that one of the first things to be done under this newly implemented
policy will be to get the bids on these parks.
PARKING ON CLIFF STREET: Alderman Spano reported that the parking problem on Cliff
Street as a result of cars being parked between the sidewalk and the curb, night
after night, was becoming more of a problem. If parking was allowed behind these
houses this would eliminate this problem.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the request of Alderman Spano in regard to parking on Cliff Street
be referred to the Parks Committee and also with a request for recommendation and
information from the Planning Board.
Carried
INLET PARK COMMITTEE: Comm. Downing asked what had happened to the request of
Comb. Parkes to reactivate the Inlet Park Commission. Mayor Conley reported that
this was still under consideration.
Mayor Conley recessed the meeting to go into executive session at 5:50 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Supt. Dingman explained the reasons for the increase in pay
for'Mrs. Potorti. After some discussion,
By Gomm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, That the Board approve an annual salary of $7,331.00 for Mrs. Olga
Potorti, effective April 16, 1973.
Carried
On motion, the meeting was adjourned.
Robert G. Grey, Deputy
Edward(,,: Confey, Mayor.'
BOARD OF PUBLIC UORKS PROCEEDI14GS
CITY OF ITHA�A, NEW YORK
gular Heeting 4:001 p.m.
r"U T:
Mayor Conley
Commiss*ers (5) - Baldini, Clynes,
aTarxs Ysrs =r:
Alderman (1) Saccucci
Attorney for th City - Shapiro
Ass't. Supt. of lie Works - Hannan
MINUTES: By Comm. B dIni: seconded b;
RESOLVED, That the min es of the April
by the City Clerk.
COMMUNICATIONS:
v
LETTERS REGARDING DREDGING CASy ILLA
received several letters from ten is
to clean out Cascadilla Creek by Jns
After discussion on the floor by the
By Comm. Bal41ni: seconded by Comm. S
RESOLVED, that this matter be referred
Committee.
LETTER FROM SILVIO BERADUCCI - comp
blocking his sewer line.
Assistant Superintendent Hannan cowmen
why he is not any different than any n
Mr. Hannan said there is no reason why
it is a perfectly good one, neither is
May 8, 19,14
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City Controller
City Clerk - Ru
r Comm. Golder
10, 1974, meeting be
EK: Mayor Conley
Johnson Boat Yar
Boat Yard.
the followin
1 Daley
ale
as recorded
Carried
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ented that he had
uesting the City
lution was presented;
he Bridges Creeks and Storm Drainage
A Carried
that,, rots from city --owned trees are
that ate Vxplained to Mr. Beraducci
er of oth citizens in the same boat.
e ci shoo.d cut down the tree because
erejany reason to replace the sewer.
Comm. Ewanicki remarked that the commit ee;'has already iscussed this and it is
not a matter of tree roots it's a matte f vitrified selter that it out dated
and should be replaced. t.
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Comm. Stein commented that it was also/mentioned that someting could be put into
the sewer line that would clean out tie roots.
By Comm. Stein: seconded by Comm. o Idl 1.r
RESOLVED, that this letter be referred to Mr. Dingman for responbe according
to the discussion that the Board had with recommendations.
i Carried
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE BOARP4:
ALDERMAN SACCUCCI appeared before the B)and and asked the Board to solve a
problem on Elm Street. Alterman Saccuc i said for many years Elm Street, has
been considered one of tle most treache ous streets in this community. Particularly
on the north side of thi 400 block, and this is near Haller Boulevard. At this
point the street has a4 curbing, and tht shoulder of the street is very erosive,
and the lighting very poor. The drains a along the street is very bad. Alderman
Saccucci remarked that he was speaking n behalf of many residents who live in
this area and asked the Board to take p ompt action on this problem.
Comm. Clynes comno6nted that this is a
this problem.
By Comm. Clyne*: seconded by Comm. Ew
RESOLVED, that,;this matter be referred
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FROM THE MAYOR
from the May 1, 19 74,
tal project and the staff is aware of
the Highway Committee.
Carried
CE FOR $82,513: Mayor Conley read a
meeting as follows:
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW VORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. May 9, 1973
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (6) - Clynes, Downing, Ewanicki, Golder, Parkes, Putney
AB §f EX+y,
:
Superintendent of Public Works -- Dingman
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (4) - Barber, Spano, Meyer, Nichols Chamberlain - Wright
Ass't. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan Building Comm. - Jones
Controller - Daley City Clerk - Rundle
MINUTES: Comm. Parkes reported that he had some corrections on the April 11, 1973,
minutes. He said at the bottom of page 5 and that top of page 6 is a statement
he doesn't understand, attibuted to him. The discussion was about the Seneca
Street Ramp. The minutes indicated his displeasure with the way the contract was
handled. Comm. Parkes said he does not remember making that statment. He said
he asked the Council members,who were present, two questions:
1) If they had assessed the consequences of building the Seneca Street
Garage before the Green Street Garage
2) Why they felt they had to pay so much for the Seneca Street Garage
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, that the minutes of the April 11, 1973, meeting be accepted with these
corrections.
Carried
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS: none
COrMICATION: none
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE BOARD:
Mr. Louis J. Long appeared before the BPW Board as a director of the Tompkins
County Area Development Corporation. Mr. Long said that his group was interested
in keeping Morse Chain in the area, In order to do this, he said his group purchased
about a hundred acres of land from various organizations, government and private.
Mr. Long said that his group had gotten over most the hurdles, until the Town of
Lansing deferred action on a resolution that they would furnish water to the new
Morse Chain Plant. The Town of Lansing would like to know if the City of Ithaca
would back them up if they promised to furnish water. Mr. Long asked the Board to
give this their most earnest and immediate consideration. He said that if they re-
ceived this assurance they could have adequate water, mainly 100,000 gallons a
day, construction would start May 15, 1973.
Mayor Conley asked Mr. Long if he was asking for just water. Mr. Long said they
were negotiating with the Town of Lansing and the Village of Cayuga Heights on the
sewage. He said at this point there seems to be no obstacles.
Mayor Conley asked Ass't. Supt. Pat Hannan if his group had studied this situtation
and if they had reached any conclusions. Mr. Hannan said his group concluded that
water could be supplied from the City system. He said it was up to Common Council
to determine what soft of agreement would be arranged. Mr. Hannan said "technieally
it can be done" that's the only conc uston our group determined.
Mayor Conley said it was a,.situation that Lansing would be actually supplying the
water. Lansing would want to know from the City of Ithaca, that in the event they
had problems, the City would adequately back them up in supplying water to Morse,,
Chain.
Cozen. Ewanicki suggested that this item be referred to committee.
Comm. Downing objected.
Mayor Conley asked Mr. Long if the situation wets urgent. Mr. Long said there is
a real urgency.
Comm. Ewanicki said the problem of 100,000 gallons a day, abould be referred to t146
Engineers before the Board commits themselves.
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Comm. Downing said that in his mind these should be no necessity about thinking
twice about supplying water, because ofithe number of persons who are, and will be,
employed in the future. Comm. Downing said he thinks it is a wise course of
action to allow the Engineers to work o4t the mechanical and engineering details,
to approve in principle that we will balk them up.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Pu ney:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Work recognizes the necessity for the support
of local industry, particularly the cas of Morse Chain in its need for water, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board f Public Works approves in principle the
backing up of the Lansing water system the event of a water shortage; the details
of this agreement to be worked out by o r Engineers.
Comm. Ewanicki moved to amend the resol [ion if we have the water available.
Declined by Comm. Downing
Comm. Downing said in a drought situat Ion, Morse Chain would be expected to
co-operate like anyone else under th=, conditions.
Comm. Ecaanicki commented that he felt Morse Chain should be made aware of the
situation during a drought period.
Comm. Putney remarked that the Board h s already committed itself to backing up the
Town of Lansing water supply. He saWwe have been doing it for the last three years.
Comm. Golder said in the area of inter-igovernmental co-operation, he wondered if
the Town of Lansing had been in touch wiith the Town of Ithaca. Comm. Golder
said we have already agreed to give the Town of Ithaca 400 extra gallons per day.
He said perhaps the Town of Ithaca didlnot use all we gave them last year, and
possibly the Town of Lansing could getisome co-operation from the Town of Ithaca.
Perhaps together they could let go 100,1000 gallons a day for this particular purpose.
Motion Carried
ITHACA GUN -LAKE STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY: Mr. Thomas Lee, Engineer from the Ithaca
Gun Company, appeared before the Board .of Public Works. Mr. Lee said that after
his company had received the Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning Board's approval,
and his company applied for a BuildingPermit, they became aware that the land
needed for construction was owned by the City. He said they were infringing on 15
feet of the City's land. Mr. Lee said the Gun Company has at the present built
on City property a guard house, a supp y building built on the City right-of-way,
and fence across the front. He said tie Gun Company needs the approval to build
or to lease or buy City land, before they can continue with the project. Mr. Lee
displayed a set of drawings to the Board.
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. owning
RESOLVED, that the City Attorney be instructed to draw up a long-term lease with
the Ithaca Gun Company to satisfy their building project.
Carried
Discussion took place to determine if his item should be turned over to
Highway Committee. Comm. Clynes felt t was not necessary.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR: Mayor onley said he wanted to let the Board
know that he is negotiating a third annual block party. The party will be held
Saturday night May 12, 1973. The Mayor said they are still negotiating the area
to be used. He said in talking with the City Attorney and the Police Chief, we are
taking the position that it is a public safety situation. The permit would be
granted by the Mayor with the approval of the Police Chief. If the traffic
circulation presented any problems, the Police would have the power to close the
street for safety reasons.
The Mayor said it was a community party.
Comm. Golder asked the Mayor if Cornel turned down the use of the area by
Willard Straight. The Mayor said the request is coming to us for the Collegetown
area.
REPORT OF CONTROLLER - no report
REPORT OF CITY CLERK - no report
- no report
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May 9, 1973
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
CASCADILLA STREET RECONSTRUCTION: By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to amend its 1973 Budget to provide
$17,000 of capital: monies for the reconstruction of Cascadilla Street by the Board
of Public Works at its April 11, 1973, meeting.
Comm. Golder read two letters, one received from the V. Giordano Construction
and Supply Corporation - 602 Hancock Street, Ithaca, :4ewo York, and the other
received from Olde Port Harbour, Ltd. - 702 West Buffalo Street, Ithaca, New York;
the contents of these letters requested the Board take affirmative action on this
matter. Comm. Golder commented that this brings a potential development in this
area of approximately $750,000 to date. Comm. Golder said that he thought the
Common Council should be receptive to going along with this project. He said he
was sure they could take the money out of a reserve in order to accomplish this
construction. Comm. Golder said he feels this project is very important not only
tp the City, but also to the School District and State and County tax revenues.
He said that all of these factors made this a very worthwhile investment.
Cgmm. Putney commented in going over capital projects line by line, and item by
item, that it is entirely possible for the department and by subcontracting to
take care of every single thing including these reccammndations. This he said
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Mayor Conley said this was the concern of Council after discussing the Capital
Projects with Supt. Dingman. He said it was his opinion that if Council was
G:; convinced that these projects could be done, they would support them. He said at
least Cascadilla Street and possibly the other projects.
Alderman Meyer commented that the Council was not against the development of these
streets. She said it was a question of the Board of Public Work_'s ability to
complete these projects. Alderman Meyer said she thinks that,if should be conveyed
back to these potential developers; that this is not a closed issue, and will be
pursued.
Controller Daley commented that he felt Comm. Putney's remarks concerning his
report on the completion of Capital Projects for 1973 be reported at the next
Council meeting. This would insure the potential developers that these projects
are under consideration.
Alderman Nichols felt that the three proposals should be separated. She said
the opposition on Council was that these projects came in after the Capital Projects
Budget had been approved.
TAYLOR PLACE EXTENSION: By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested to amend the 1973 I?ul:--at to
provide $14,000 of cpaital monies for the extension of Taylor Place --'s authorized
by the Board of Public Works at its April 11, 1973, meetings.
Carried
Mayor Conley commented that he assumed this would be taken to Council as a
separate resolution.
WILLIAMS GLEN ROAD: By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the City Engineer be directed to make right-of-way acquisitions,
surveys, construction designs, and cost estimates for Williams Glen Road prior to
October 1, 1973, with the purpose of presenting this highway as a Capital Project
in the 1974 Budget.
Carried
BIDS - SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION: Comm. Clynes reported that bids were received on
Monday, May 7, 1973, for sidewalk construction as follows:
Giordano
R. Austin & Sons
Paolangeli
Ronald E. Wesche
4" Concrete
$2.00 Sq. ft.
1.60 " t°
1.35
1.35
6" Concrete
$2.25 Sq. ft.
1.75 " "
1.55 if
1.50 " it
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the contract for constructing concrete sidewalks in accordance
with the specifications of April 18, 1973, be awarded to Ronald E. Wesche for the
unit price of $1.35 for 4" sidewalks and $1.50 for 6" sidewalks.
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Contractor Paoldngeli, present at the Board meeting, commented that his bid was
only $30.00 higher than the lowest bid by Mr. Wesche.
Comtractor Wesche commented that the Superintendent's office investgated his
qualifications before they awarded the bid.
Comm. Putney said unless someone could disqualify one of the bidders, the Board
was obligated to take lowest bid.
Carried
BID - TRAFFIC SIGNAL: Comm. Clynes reported one bid was received on Monday, May
7, 1973, for furnishing traffic signal equipment as follows:
Broadway Maintenance Corporation $5,711.00
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the contract for furnishing traffic signal equipment in accordance
with specifications of April 18, 1973, be awarded to Broadway Maintenance Corporation
for their bid of $5,711.00.
Carried
BIDS - TRAFFIC SIGNAL SUPPORTS: Comm. Clynes reported that no bids were received
for traffic signal supports.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to re -advertise for traffic
signal supports, with bids returnable on May 21, 1973.
Carried
STREET LIGHT - WARREN PLACE AND HECTOR STREET INTERSECTION: By Comm. Clynes:
seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the N. Y. S. Electric & Gas Corporation be authorized to place one
400--watt street light at the intersection of Warren Place and Hector Street at an
annual cost of $75.00.
F Carried
PICK-UP WEEK: The Superintendent reminded the Board that May 14 through 18 has
been designated as Pick -Up Week. Copies of the regulations were distributed to the
news media, and to the Board members present.
REVEST FOR STOP SIGN: Comm. Clynes said that he received a request for a
stop here on red sign, at the Gulf Car Wash location by the new traffic light on
the Elmira Road. Motion by Comm: Clynes: seconded.b.y Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the request be referred to'Parking-and Traffic with power- '`aef.-
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE:
ML CREEK AREA GROUND WATER CONDITIONS SURVEY: By Comm. Golder: seconded by
Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested to reconsider the request for
$11,500 for consulting services in connection with the ground water conditions at
the Fall Creek area. The request of the Board was made at the meeting of April 25,
1973.
Carried
SOUTH AURORA STREET BRIDGE REPAIR: By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, that estimate for payment No. 1 of Les Strong, Inc. for construction
services in connection with the repair of the South Aurora Street Bridge be
approved for payment in the amount of $26,897.40.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE:
BID - CASS PARK MARINA CONCESSION: City Clerk reported one bid was received as
follows:
Mike's Snack Bar, 378 Elmira Road, Ithaca, New York 14850 $272.00
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, that the bid for the operation of the Cass Park Marina Concession be
referred to the Building & Grounds Committee with power to act.
Carried
BOARD Or PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
AGCOUN`1'S RECE':VABLE
MAY 9, 1973
8382
John W. Petrillose
G2120
10,00
8383
Sinclair Refining Co.
G2120
10.00
8384
City of Ithaca
G2120
10.00
8385
City of Ithaca
G2650
57.85
8386
Michael Sady
F2144
15.00
8387
Ken Flynn
F2144
15.00
8388
Beth Church
12144
8.10
8389
Town of Newfield
F'2378
6.28
8390
Lansing dater Dist. # 1
r2378
10.48
8391
`Town of Lansing
1,'2378
15-14
8392
Tompkins County G. L. F.
G2122
244.91
8393
Village of Cayaga heights
E2378
40.P
8394
Eugene Euvrard
G2122
43.63
TOTAL
486.76
Water 110.374
Sewer 376.39 /
APPROVED BY rINANCE COMMITTEE
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ADDITIONAL OFFICE SPACE - CASS PARK: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to prepare specifications and
receive bids for the construction of additional office space in the present outdoor
warming area of the batty -house at Cass Park Marina.
Carried
EXIT DOOR AND SCREENING - CASS PARK SKATING RINK: By Comm. Putney: seconded by
Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to prepare specifications and
receive bids for the construction of an additional exit door and continuous
screening on the dasher board system at the Cass Park Skating Rink.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
AUDIT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
PESOLVED, that the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed
on Audit Abstract #9-1973 be approved for payment and that the bills receivable
be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
JOE LEONARD: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that Joe Leonard be promoted to the position of Maintenance Mari in the
Construction and Maintenance Division at $2.77 per hour, effective May 13, 19734
Carried
MIMSTS FOR REMDVAL OF TREES: Alderman Spano read a letter from Mr. Philip J.
Cash of tti, 420 Linn Street, requesting that an old Elm Tree located on City
property on the corner of Tompkins and Linn Street be removed by the City.
Mr. Casciotti said the bark is falling off, and the roots are lifting a new
sidewalk considerably. He said the area around the tree is very dirty and messy.
Comm. Golder moved that it be referred to the Highway Committee, seconded by Comm.
Clynes. Mayor Conley said that he also would like to add on this resolution that
a tree in front of Larry Daniels house on 606 Mitchell Street has been hit several
ti"s by automobiles, and is dead. He said the Daniels are concerned with dead
branches falling on the heads of small children going to and from Belle Sherman
School.
Carried
REPORT ON RECYCLING: Alderman Meyer asked Comm. Clynes if he had a report on
recycling. Comm. Clynes reported that the truck to be used on the Recycling Program
will be ready.
CRAB APPLE TREES: Alderman Nichols reported that Mrs. Stallman is planning to
purQhase some Crab Apple Trees and have them planted on City property at her own
expense. She asked if anyone had any objections. No one voiced their objections.
On notion the meeting was adjourned at 4:55 p.m.
II/Josdpii A. Rundle, City Clerk
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. May 23, 1973
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (5) - Clynes, Dawning, Ewanicki, Golder, Putney
ABSENT:
Superintendent of Public Works - Dingman
Commissioner - Parkes
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (5) - Meyer, Nichols, Spano, Saccucci, Schmidt
Ass't. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan Ass't. Controller - Spano
City Engineer - Schlieder Chamberlain - Wright
Ass't.'to Supt. of Public Works Dougherty Buildin&,Comm. - Jones
MINUTES: Comm. Golder requested the minutes of May 9, 1973, page 2, paragraph 3
should be corrected to read 400 units per year, instead of 400 extra gallons per day.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the minutes of April 25, 1973 and May 9, 1973 meetings be accepted
with this correction.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS: NONE
COMMUNICATIONS: NONE
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE BOARD:
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Mr. Enos A. Pyle appeared before the BPW Board as an Attorney representing McPhersoq
Builders of Ithaca. Mr. Pyle said we are selling a piece of property uponthe top
of Warren Place, next to old Hector Street. The Attorney for the buyer takes excep-
tion to the title because t ere s a p lic right-of-+wa of over 25 feet. He said
prior to 1928, Hector Street went right straig-h- -up t e hill from about Vinegar Hill,
up to the Town of Ithaca. Mr. Pyle said about 1928; the City, the County of Tompkin"°"
and the State of New York all contributed to making this big sweeping curve posiible
The City took no further action on old Hector Street, and never maintained it after
that. The Board of Public Works or the Common Council minutes make no mention of
this. Apparently it was never abandon, and is still an official street. At the
present time water pipes and sanitary sewer pipes run from the present hector Street
up to Knollwood Place. Utility lines run up the entire distance, and .on it is a
soeony vacuum right-of-way which crosses the land. Mr. Pyle talked to the City
En sneering Department and they had no interest in the street as a street, but the
City has to retain their rights to the sanitary sewer and water lines. It is a i
popsibility in the future that City might want to extend water lines all the way up,
in'order to have a larger standpipe at the top. He said he was requesting the Board
of Public Works to abandon old Hector Street, from Vinegar Hill to the north line
of the City of Ithaca. The City would reserve the right to maintain water and
sahatary sewer lines in said street. The City would also have the right to enter
for the purpose of further installation, repairs and other maintenance.
Comm. Golder commented this would be in the form of an easement.
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Attorney Pyle said that it would be an easement. The title of this street now runs
to the center on both sides. Owners on both sides own to the center.bubject to
d* right -of -stay of the City.
CLOY Rinser ScUlader muted that the City does uaatais a ,go bm a
st0oet tbrev* this area if it •isbse. me regwst two me. TyU ` u . to dwgp
tie 3asd frees a p6lie r:sht-of-wq to m wwnt for the parpoe of mtiUtia.
?bR My uaeds to retafo the ri=bt-of- vW Sw otIlItses. .
As It. Supt. Haman comented that the Sub -division of the I*" do N Aot &p to the
cter of the street. The original owners may end up with a strip of land that
no',one has any rights. He said would not like to see the City abandon what rights
they presently have to this land. "
Ass't. Supt. Hannan commented that if this is an abandonment of a highway, it is
not that simple. This is a matter for a public hearing.
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City Attorney Gersh sAi.d the Board could make a determination that the land was of
no use to the City, and recommended that it be sold. The Council would then
advertise for its sale.
City Engineer Schlieder commented that this is not a matter of public property
that we own. We have the right to maintain a public highway or public right-of-way
through -the property. The declaration that has been asked is that we will retain
the right to use this area on both sides of the street for underground utilities,
but deny the idea that this ever be a highway. There is an intent here that these
people who own the middle of the street, prohibit people from trespassing on their
property who are there for the purpose of crossing. We would then have the ight
to go in and install and maintain lines when necessary. There is a difference in
the two territories.
Moved by Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golddt
RESOLVED, That the request to abandon old Hecto$ Street be referred to the Highway
Committee for immediate action.
Carried
Alderman R. Saccucci appearing on behalf of Mr. W of 606 Madison Street.
He said about six months ago the City repaired a curb box stop in front of
Mr. Kamoromi's house at 602 Cascadilla Street. The amount of the bill was $85.04
for 15 hours. Mr. Kamoromi feels this bill is to much for the work performed by
CA the City. He feels that he should only have to pay 6 hours, based on his observations
sr ,�Qf the City forces working on the job. Mr. Saccucci said Mr. Kamoromi is appealing
=,'-to the Board of Public Works to review his case and make the necessary adjustments
before he pays his bill.
Ass't. Supt. Hannan commented that this situation occurred six months ago, and it
was not until the tax bills were being prepared that it cam to light that a dis-
agreement existed.
Chamberlain Wright siad that this should be put on the June bills, and if the
Committee does not give him an answer in time, this will not be, possible.
.W-1 Mayor Conley suggested Mr. Kamoromi pay the bill under protest, and have the
Committee report back to the Board.
Moved by Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Water and Sewer Committee.
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR: Mayor Conley said he attended the senior citizens
annual dinner. The Mayor said the senior citizens had many questions regarding
the use of the City of Ithaca's golf facilities. The senior citizens are now using
the course in Groton, commuting by bus. They would like to have the City of Ithaca
make its Zg1L course available to them. The Mayor said if this creates any loss
to the City, he would like to have the City subsidize the program.
Moved by Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That this request be referred to the Parks Committee for prompt action.
Carried
Attorney R. Williamson appeared with Lansing Town Engineer, Tom Miller, Lansing
Councilman Ed LaVigne and Water Supt. Jim Howell. Mr. Williamson read a letter
requesting water for the Lansing District No. 1 as follows:
TO: The Board of Public Works - City of Ithaca
FROM: Supervisor of the Town of Lansing
Rg: Request for Water - Lansing Water District.
The undersigned, Supervisor for the Town of Lansing has been authorized by
the Town Board of the Town of Lansing to make the following request from the Board
W, of Public Works of the City of Ithaca. Our request is made on behalf of existing
Lansing Water District No. 1 which is currently supplied by water from Esty Point.
Our request for this water district is that the City of Ithaca supply the district
with our total needed water supply commencing as of the execution of this controat.
It is anticipated that our supply will progress upwards to approximately an -*,4e
of 600,000 gallons per day during the term of this proposed agreement. In making
this request, it is our understanding that the Board of Public Works is making no
guarantee that the City can supply all of the district's water needs and that the
City of,.Ithaca's needs are of primary concern. It is the understanding of the Town
that the Town would pay the same bulL-. A, -� ,to!t water that other users would psyE,
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currently 28q, per 100 cubic feet. Tt
soon as possible and expire September
be extended for a longer period of ti
The contract would be subject to a or
district will undertake the necessary
and a pressure reducing valve for sat
no mixing of Lansing water supply wit
of the town that the city will be sul
further specify that the district is
and maintenance of this Lansing syste
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY: Mr. Gersh
High School. Scott acting City Att
e term of this aoWsopment would commence as
30, 1975 with t
derstanding that it would
me upon mutual a nt of the parties.
e-year cancellatf# t * either party. The water
construction, i4aftopg a water pit, controls
itary protectionired. There will be
h the city supply is the understanding
plying our total mods. The Agreement will
buying water only and there will be no operation
m by the City of Ithaca, or its employees. on"
Charles F. Howell
Supervisor of the Town of Lansing
troduced Scott Wasmuth, a senior at Ithaca
ey for the day.
City Attorney Gersh said he received a request from Ithaca Town Supervisor Walter
Schwan that the City extend water se vice to Mr. Carey. Mr. Carey lives a short
distance from an existing city water main. He does not have city sewer, but that
his septic tank system has been approved by the County Health Department. The
Board was asked to consider Mr. Care 's request. Attorney Gersh said Supt. Dingman
asked the question whether we are legally permitted to serve water to properties
not within the original described districts. Attorney Gersh said yes, providing
all other technical requirements are met. Legally he feels that abolition of the
Town water district lines and the extension of the sewer and water benefit charges
over the Town does justify our extending water and sewer throughout the Town. of
Ithaca. As long as the town has don what we have asked them to do, that is by
resolution on January 8, 1973, agree to be bound for any water and sewer charges
for everyones service. They express d their interest that the terms of water
and sewer contract with the Town be extended to include everyone who is now being
charged for water and sewer benefits This is people lying outside the boundaries.
Attorney Gersh said it was important to state for the record that Walt Schwan asked
,this of him partly as City Attorney, and it also appears that one of his clients
in his private practice is affected loy this same situation. This is the Beacon a"
Hill development. It was everybodys understanding that when an allocation of
Hook-ups was made to the various municipalities they were free to use these hook-up
anyway they wished, to allocate them among themselves, Town, Village, etc. The
Town of Ithaca has allocated a certain number of hook-ups to the Beacon Hills
Development which lies outside one o these original districts. Attorney Gersh
advised the Board of his personal interest in this matter, and also responding
to Supervisor Schwan's request relat ng to Mr. Carey, He was also responding to
Supt. Dingman's memo asking for an answer to this particular question. Attorney
Gersh's recommendation is based upon the reading ofthe contract. A resolution
of the Town dated January 8, 1973, that legally the contract can be interpreted
to read -that we can extend water and sewer benefits throughout the Town of Ithaca.
Comm. Downing asked if the departmen has any reason why this should not be granted
Mr. Carey or Beacon Hill request except that it lies outside a previously formed
large water district.
Ass't. Supt. Hannan pointed out that Mr. Carey does have sewer available. We are
talking about dropping all the regulations. This will open up a complete review of
the contract we have with the Town of Ithaca. He said it seems that the Town of
Ithaca has rewritten their portion of our agreement to serve the districts by wiping
out the districts. The contract involves both parties, and if the contract is to
be changed, it should be agreed by b th parties. Ass't. Supt. Hannan said he
anticipates that the City will have o expand its sewege treatment plant consid-
erably. If we allow our expansion to occur by declaration, by an Individual
having a letter from the Board of Health, it seems that the Dept. has no control,.
especially the Sewer expansion.
Attorney Gersh asked if it made a difference if an applicant has sewer available
to him.
Asst. Supt. Hannan replied, yes, this is his primary concern of Beacon Hills in
particular, if they are able to hook on to sewer, he sees no problem. He said
that it is very important that sewer accompany water. If we forget this, we are
eliminating a very importatt requirement. He said we have to settle the sewer
question before we settle the water.
Comm. Downing commented that he tho ht the Board could come to the aid of an
individual in distress, especially his one case. He asked the Board to grant
this emergency request.
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Moved by Comm. Putney that Beacon Hills be referred to committee, because the
sewer situation should be resolved. Ile said we have many unanswered questions.
No second to his motion.
Comm. Downing said he did not see where the city had any problems.
Asst. Supt. Hannon .commented the problem is how much of the sewage will be sent
into the City's system, this we have to know he said.
Comm. Downing said he agreed we should not extend any further than we have already.
We have already made a commitment, if we made commitments and do not have the
capacity, we should have been advised a long time ago by our staff. He said we
have not been advised, and we assume that we can handle that amount. If there
is a problem with future connections to our sewage capacity, we should work out
with the town. He said if we can not work it out, he sees no reason why we should
hold up construction while we work it out with the town.
Alderman Schmidt reported that Supt. Dingman, and Asst. Supt. Hannan have been
concerned about the capacity of the city of Ithaca's Sewage Treatment Plant, and
have made recommendations to the Board that we study this problem. About three
or four months ago, Common Council sent a letter to municipalities in the area,
asking them to form a Ad Hoc sewer committee to study the sewage needs in the
Greater Ithaca Area. Letters went to the Town of Lansing, Village of Cayuga
:L7 Heights, Town of Dryden, and the Town of Ithaca. The Town of Dryden responded
that thet were interested in forming such a committee. Cornell university also
expressed interest. Consequently two members of the three municipalities, the
City of Ithaca, the Town of Dryden, and a representative from Cornell University
formed this Ad Hoc sewer committee. The committee has met three times, they
have decided in this committee to try to study the sewage needs on a intermunici-
pal basis, and on an area wide basis. The committee is now in the process of
interviewing three consultants to come in and study the needs of the Greater
Ithaca Area. The tentative agreement is that all four municipalities will share
the cost equally. The members will haveto come back to their various boards for
financing, when the consultant is hired. Supt. Dingman has worked on this as
a consultant tq Alderman Schmidt. He is aware of all that is going on, and has
been very valuable to the committee.
Comm. Golder questioned the number of units that are now ready, or will be ready
in the Beacon Hills Development in the near future.
,Attorney Gersh said everything is ready for application for a building permit
except for water hook ups. All of the preliminary steps have been satisfied
except for the water. The Town has given the taps and they were all set to go
,ahead and hook-up. They were then told, you'can not because although you intend
'to hook-up to city water and sewer you are outside one of the old districts.
Comm. Putney commented is the City prepared to say that contracts on the old
water districts are no longer good.
Af.torney Gersh said the city does not have to say this because that is not s
cpnsequence of what we are proposing to'do. The Town has given us a.resolution
of their Town Board saying that they dissolved their water and sewer districts,
made water and sewer a Town wide function. All there is of the Town which had
water or sewer benefits are now being billed for the water and sewer.. It is the
ifitent of the Town that all the areas which are being charged for sewer benefits
receive them. Legally it would involve a modification of the contract where
it reads that the City hereby agrees to sell and furnish to a.district, change
It to read the City agrees to sell it to the Town of Ithaca._ Everything else
would remain in effect. It would not require anymore changes.
Qpmm. Ewanicki commented that changing the districts is a matter of policy.
'said that this is a council decision to establish policy.
Comm. Downing asked if the Board of Public Works could modify the contract or
must this be'done through council.
Attorney Gerish'commented that the Board has to determine if there are consequences
to the City which would follow a extended water or sewer system to the entire
Town of Ithaca the Board has an obligation to supply water to a geographical
area, that which no longer exist.
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Comm. Golder asked if this is an emergency. Attorney Gersh said that it is an
emergency in that Beacon Hills has already received three extensions on their
financing commitment. It is costing them large amounts of money. The Town has
acted very speedily in an attempt to accommodate them.
Moved by Comm. Putney seconded by Comm. Golder that this matter be referred to the
water and sewer committee without the power to act and report back to the Board.
Carried
Attorney Gersh reported on the lease with Itha_ c dun. He said it was changed
from a lease to a license, in the hope of creating a more formal arrangement
between Ithaca Gun as soon as possible. "
Comm. Golder commented that when the City Attorney is acting on behalf of the
Board of Public Works and is instructed to do something, and he does not do it,
instead he goes to council, and takes it out of the hands of the Board of Public
Works. The idea of a long term lease, according to the State General City laws
applies only to buildings that are the property of the City. This limits them
to a three year lease. Paragraph ten of Section 22A, states that a franchise
can be secured. The purpose of a long term lease, the City could not realize
any substantial benefit from the sale of such land. A long term lease would give
perpetual income from the property. The City Attorney and Council are circum-
venting something that would be of benefit to the City.
Attorney Gersh said he felt that the Boards action should have been to make a
determination that the land was of no further use to the City, and may properly
be abandon. He said he read this into the Boards recommendation. Attorney Gersh
said that it was important that the Board make this determination.
Comm. Golder asked if it would be possible after three years to enter into a long
term lease.
Attorney Gersh said yes, Ithaca Gun wants to change this arrangement as soon as
possible, within a month or two. The license is just a temporary expediency
permitting Ithaca Gun to come on our land and build.
Asst. Supt. Hannan reported that there is now availaale a hydraulic hint► imaact
_. waving breaker which may be attached to our equipment. Formerly t s operated
off a larger air compressor than we now have. A similar tool was used by the
Aurora St. Bridge contractor very successfully. We now have an immediate appli-
cation for one of them on the 200 Block of So. .Cayuga St.. The use of this piece
of equipment will probably pay for itself on this one job. The price is $2700.00.
Comm. E•Ganicki will have a resolution on this later in the meeting.
City Engineer reports Mr. Schlieder reported that the So. Aurora St. Bri a is
a little behind schedule due to the weather and a lack o delivery from the man-
ufacture of studs. The studs will be installed, and concrete poured. The Bridge
should be open June 26 or 27, ]973.
Water and Sanitary Sewer Committee
]. Alet= from Robert Willson, Counsel for the Town of Lansing, was presented
and read at the meeting. The Town of Lansing is requesting that the City of
Ithaca supply all of the needs of Lansing Water District No. 1 for three years,
or until such time as the Bolton Point supply becomes available. The offi-
cials of the Town of Lansing are aware of the limitations of the City of
Ithaca water supply. They are also aware of the problems of transmitting
water from the City treatment plant to the interconnection at Triphammer Rd.
The Town of Lansing proposes to build a new interconnection between the sys-
tems on Warren Rd.
Lansing Water Supply - Motioned by Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes
re#plved that the Board of Public Works enter into an agreement with the
Tc of Lansing which will provide that the City will sell to the Town of
Lying Water District No. 1, up to .6 MGD of water through the existing
connection at Triphammer Rd., and/or a new connection at Warren Rd., at the
standard outside rate for bulk customers. Among the conditions to be included
in the contract are:
a. The term of the contract will be three years, and such additional
length of time as may be mutually agreed upon.
b. The Town of Lansing will be responsible for the construction of an
interconnecting pit, valves, controls, and a pressure reducing valve
for sanitary protection.
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c. The City of Ithaca will supply the meter.
d. The agreement will be effective upon approval by the Board of Public
work and the Lansing Town Board.
e. The Town will be responsible for all maintenance work within the
Town of Lansing.
f. The City will bill, and Lansing will pay for the water quarterly.
g. The Town of Lansing has agreed to maintain their present supply
system for standby service in the event that the City is unable to
supply the daily demand.
h. The Town and City agree to cooperate with other municipalities pre-
sently connected to the City system in measures to augment the City's
supply in the event of a water shortage. Carried
2. Cherry St. Pump Sta.- By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved
that the following transfer in the Sewer Contingency Fund be approved:
$200.00 - to the Cherry St. Pumping Station Account G8120, Equipment
Parts, and Supplies, Line 312.
The request is made because there are insufficient funds to cover anti-
cipated maintenance repairs to the Worthington pump. Carried
3. Power glowers - By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that
Common Council be requested to add two power mowers to the Water Fund
equipment list in the 1973 budget. Carried
4. Paving Breaker - By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Golder resolved
that Common Council be requested to provide $2700.00 from contingency
funds to provide ,for the purchase of a hydraulic, High Impact, paving
breaker, that this tool be added to the list of equipment purchase authorized
for 1973 and that the Superintendent be authorized to accept bids for
the equipment.
5. Air Conditioner - by Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Golder that Common
Council be requested to remove the Item 'Trashmaster' (cost $250.00) from
the 1973 list of authorized equipment for the Water Filtration Plant
and to substitute one air conditioner (cost $200.00).
Highways, Street Lighting and Refuse Committee
1. Challenge Industries - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downey resolved
that the City transfer to Challenge Industries on 24,000 lb. GVW Ford
stake -body truck for use in collection of glass for recycling, from the
regular collection routes of the City. The transfer is on the following
conditions:
a. That for five years from the date of transfer, Challenge Indus-
tries will maintain the truck in good operating condition, and
will use it solely for the purpose of collecting glass for re-
cycling from the regular collection routes of the City on sched-
ules established by the Sup't of Public Works.
b. That Challenge Industries will register and insure the truck,
and pay for the cost of its operation and maintenance.
c. That in the event that Challenge does not continue to collect
glass for recycling on the regular refuse routes of the City,
it will return the truck -to.. -the City in good condition, normal
wear excepted. Carried
2. _Collection Regulations - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Donning resolved
that regulations for the collection of refuse be revised to read as
follows:
Code of Ordinances
Chapter 11
Garbage, Trash and [,feeds
Sec 11-6 Collection Regulations
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a. Duty
Third sentence
Add after (22) gallons capacity 11or in securely tied plastic
bags."
b. General Preparation
Delete the word "bot;tles" in the first sentence.
g. New
Glass
Glass bottles, jars and jugs will not be collected with regular
household refuse. Tiese items will be collected on the same
day as the regular rBfuse collection. The glass shall be set
out in separate metaL containers having a capacity of not less
than 10, nor more thin 32 gallons, clearly labeled"glass" in
letters at least 3" iigh. Such containers shall be set apart
from regular refuse ontainers. All other regulations with
respect to setting o t refuse for collection.shall apply to glass
collection. In the area bounded by Aurora St., Buffalo St.,
Geneva St., and Greed St., glass will not be separately collected.
Carried
3. Challenge Industries - by Co Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved
that the Superintendent be au horized to provide space at the sewage
treatment site for the proces ing of glass for recycling by Challenge
Industries, and to establish uch regulations on the use of such space
as are compatible with the pr per operation of the Sewage Treatment Plant.
L Carried
4. Glass Collection - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved
that the regular separate collection of glass for recycling from the
refuse collection sites of the City, begin on June 4. Carried
5. Bids were received on Monday, May 21, at 3 p.m., as shown on the attached
sheet.
6. Crushed Lime Stone - by Comm.'Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved
that the contract for supplyi�g crushed limestone in accordance with the
specifications of May 9, be a arded to Cayuga Crushed Stone, Inc. for
its low bid as follows:
Size 1A, loaded $2.60 per ton
Size 1 and 2, loaded; $2.30 per ton
Size 1A, delivered $3.40 per ton
Size 1 and 2, delivered $3.10 per ton Carried
7. Storm Sewer Pipe - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Golder resolved
that the contract for supplyi g storm sewer pipe (metal) in accordance
with the specifications of Ma 9, be awarded to Syracuse Tank & Manuf.
Co., Inc. for the following net unit costs:
12"
spiral
corrugated
pipe
16
Ga.
coated
$2.03
per
foot
15"
It
of I
It
16
Ga.
"
2.43
per
foot
1812
itofit
16
Ga.
"
2.85
per
foot
21"
of
"
it
16
Ga.
3.23
per
foot
24"
ifit
is
16
Ga.
3.69
per
foot
30"
to
if
14
Ga.
°'
5.41
per
foot
36 "
it,
it
14
Ga.
6.51
per
foot
42"
°'
it
12
Ga.
"
10.30
per
foot
48"
"
"
"
12
Ga.
11.79
per
foot
Carried
8. Storm Sewer Pipe - by Comm. C yne seconded by Comm. Putney resolved that
the contract for supplying st rm sewer pipe (concrete) in accordance with
the specifications of May 9 b awarded to L. S. Lee & Son for the following
net unit price:
12"x 6' Plain Concre#e Pipe C-14 XS M.J. $1.81/LF
15"x 6' if " " " if of 2.42/LF
18"x 6' " " " If
" 11 3.23/LF
21"x 7.5' " " " of " It 5.89/LF'
24"x 7.5' Reinf.ConcVete Pipe C-76 CL 11 MJ 7.29/LF
30"x 7.5' " it r° it is it If
10.05/LF
36"x 7.5' �' '► " If 13.55/LF
42P1x 4' " ' " " " " " 17.63/LF
48"x 4' 22.20/LF
Carried
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9. Transit -.Mix - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Putney resolved that the
bids for supplying transit mix concrete in accordance with the specifi-
cations of May 9, be awarded to Cayuga Crushed Stone.
Carried
10. Bituminous Products - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Golder resolved
that the contract for supplying bituminous products in accordance with
the specifications of May 9, be awarded to Koppers Company, Inc. for the
following unit prices:
Medium Curing Asphalt
a. Furnished, Heated, Hauled and Applied .27 per gal.
b. Plant pick-up at storage .22 per gal.
Asphaltic Emulsion
a. Furnished, Heated, Hauled and Applied .255 per gal.
b. Plant pick-up at storage .205 per gal.
Cationic Asphaltic Emulsion .31 per gal.
Carried
11. Gravel - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Putney resolved that the bids
for supplying gravel in accordance with the specifications of May 9 be
referred to the Highway Committee.
Carried
12. Asphalt Concrete - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Golder resolved
that the bid, of Cortland Asphalt Products Corp. for supplying asphalt
concrete in accordance with the specifications of May 9, be rejected
because the savings in unit price would be more than offset by the addi-
tional cost to the City of purchasing material from a plant 22 miles away.
Carried
13. Asphalt Concrete - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Golder resolved
that the contract for supplying asphalt concrete in accordance with the
specifications of May 9 be awarded to the General Crushed Stone Co. for
the following net unit prices:
Asphalt Concrete Binder Course (Item 51) $3.60
is is Base Course Type 1A (Item 45) 8.10
of " Top Course Type IA (Item 51) 8.60
" " " Q9 1AC (Item 51) 8.85
to " " " " 2A (Item 52) No bid
it " Hot Patch Mix 9.05
if " Top Course (Kover Seal) 9.95
Carried
14. Joe Cosentini, acting on behalf of the Downtown Businessmen's Association,
has requested that the Association be allowed to hold sidewalk sales
days on August 3 and 4 under the same terms and conditions as were estab-
lished in 1972.
Sidewalk Sales - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Putney resolved that
the request of the Downtown Businessmen's Association be referred to
the Highway Committee with power to act.
Carried
15. Warren Blye, acting on behalf of the Downtown Businessmen's Association,
has requested that the City Cooperate in the holiday lighting program
to the same extent as it did in 1972.
Holiday Lighting - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved
that the request of the Downtown Businessmen's Association for City partic-
.#ation in the 1971 holiday lighting-program,:be referred to the Highway
Committee, with power to act.
Carried
-7- May 23, 1973
a. Duty
Third sentence
Add after (22)
bags."
capacity 11or in securely tied plastic
b. General Preparation
Delete the word "bo tles" in the first sentence.
g. New
Glass
Glass bottles, jars and jugs will not be collected with regular
household refuse. 1hese items will be collected on the same
day as the regular refuse collection. The glass shall be set
out in separate metal containers having a capacity of not less
than 10, nor more than 32 gallons, clearly labeled"glass" in
letters at least 3" high. Such containers shall be set apart
from regular refuse containers. All other regulations with
respect to setting cut refuse for collection.shall apply to glass
collection. In the area bounded by Aurora St., Buffalo St.,
Geneva St., and Green St., glass will not be separately collected.
Carried
3. Challenge Industries - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved
that the Superintendent be authorized to provide space at the sewage
treatment site for the proce sing of glass for recycling by Challenge
Industries, and to establish such regulations on the use of such space
as are compatible with the p oper operation of the Sewage Treatment Plant.
Carried
4. Glass Collection - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved
that the regular separate collection of glass for recycling from the
refuse collection sites of the City, begin on June 4. Carried
5. Bids were received on Monday, May 21, at 3 p.m., as shown on the attached
sheet.
6. Crushed Lime Stone - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved
that the contract for supply g crushed limestone in accordance with the
specifications of May 9, be arded to Cayuga Crushed Stone, Inc. for
its low bid as follows:
Size 1A, loaded $2.60 per ton
Size 1 and 2, loade $2.30 per ton
Size 1A, delivered $3.40 per ton
Size 1 and 2, delivered $3.10 per ton Carried
7. Storm Sewer Pipe - by Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Golder resolved
that the contract for supplying storm sewer pipe (metal) in accordance
with the specifications of May9, be awarded to Syracuse Tank & Manuf.
Co., Inc. for the following net unit costs:
12" spiral corruga
1511itif
1811
to
it
2111
1t
r1
24"
"
"
30"
of
to
3611itif
4211
11
it
4811
t1
if
8. Storm Sewer Pipe - by Comm.
the contract for supplying s
the specifications of May 9
net unit price:
12"x 6' Plain Concre
pipe
16
Ga.
coated
it
16
Ga.
"
of
16
Ga.
f1
"
16
Ga.
"
to
16
Ga.
"
to
14
Ga.
°t
it
14
Ga.
"
1r
12
Ga.
n
It
12
Ga.
$2.03 per foot
2.43 per foot
2.85 per foot
3.23 per foot
3.69 per foot
5.41 per foot
6.51 per foot
10.30 per foot
11.79 per foot
Carried
Lyne seconded by Comm. Putney resolved that
)rm sewer pipe (concrete) in accordance with
awarded to L. S. Lee & Son for the following,
15"x
6' to "
18"x
6'
21"x
7.5' " s1
24"x
7.5' Reinf.Conc
30"x
7.5' `
36"x
7.5'
42 "x
4'
48"x
41 11
Pipe C-14 XS M.J.
$1.81/LF
to t+ of it
2.42/LF
" It
3.23/LF
1° °` " it
5.89/LF'
e Pipe C-76 CL 11 MJ
7.29/LF
it t+ It it ++
10.05/LF
It 11 it it i+
13. q5/TLF
to 1+ +1
17.63/LF
11 1r t+ r1
22.20/LF
Carried
,,
16. The New York State Electric &
five 400-watt, ornamental sti
250-watt ornamental street lil
watt ornamental street lights
poles, wires, and trenches, al
ing of Cass Park, in accordan(
The total annual charge for ti
lighting contract is estimate(
-9- :1Ay 23, 1973
Gas Corp. has proposed to provide twenty-
eet lights at $75.00 each per year; ten
hts at $55.00 per year; forty-three 175
at $45.00 per yeat; plus $46,628 worth of
an annual charge of $7,294 for the U&t- .
e with plans approved by the department.
is lighting systim under our existing street
to be $10,609.40.
By Comm. Clynes seconded by C mm. Ewanicki resolved that the Superinten-
dent be authorized to direct New York State Electric & Gas Corp.
to proceed with the installatJhe
on of 78 lights in the Cass mark area under
the terms of existing street fighting contracts.
Comm. Downing commented that it h not been resolved whether or not we can
expect to get Bureau of Outdoor ftereation Funding for this project. He
said it would be much cheaper for us to do the work and pay for it ourselves,
than to pay $10,000 a year. He asked if it was possible to get state aid.
Mayor Conley reported that City
not had an answer back.
After a discussion to determine
should do the work or the City
it back to committee.
Comm. Clynes withdrew his
troller was contacting Albany, M M6,
the New York State Electric & Gas Corp.
Id do the job, it was decided to refer.
motion.
Moved by Comm. Downing seconded b Comm., Ewanicki that the Board_of Public
Works employ an Electrical Engine r for a sum not -to exceed $1000.'00 to review
this problem, and give the Board recommendation.
Mayor`Conley said he will ask Sup Diggman to.meet the New York,State Gas
& Electric to negotiate, and Invi a all members of the Board within',the next
few days.
1. The Buildings & Grounds `Coami
bid of Mike's Snack Bar for t
Cass Park Concession -.by
that the Superintendent be
take such action as may be
e will report that it'has rejected the
concession at Cass Park Marina.
Putney seconded.by.Comm. Golder resolved
rized to. readvertise-'the concession or
ient. ,
Carried
20' Bids were received on Monday, May 21, for the resurfacing of the tennis
courts at ,Stewart Pa as fol owsa.,
Dyer -Fitts Construction Co. $3,980
Cortland Paving Co. 4,569 ..
Paul Mancini & Sons 4070
Tennis Courts -'by Comm. Putney seconded by Comm. Dowing resolved that
the contracts for resurfacing the tennis courts at Stewart Park in accord-
ance with the specifications of May 9', be awarded to Dyer -Fitts Construc-
tion Co. for their low bid of $3,980.
Carried
3. McGuire Gardens - by Com'*"Putney seconded by .Comm Golder resolved that
estimate Mo. 2 from McGuire Girdens for services in connection with the
repair of the greens,and fai ay$ of Newman Municipal Golf Course be.ap-
proved in the amount of $7,81 .48.
. `Carded .
4. Tteeland, Inc. has presented equisition No. 7 for construction services
in connection with the site velopment 'qt Cash} .Park, south portion, in
the amount,of $57,337.20. Th makes *4 tots completed to date $253,927
of a total`adjusted coq� -$319,722. The work`is 79% complete.
Treelaad. Ine - by Comma, - ey seconded by Comm. Downing=�es0 ved'Zt(at
'requisition No:. 7_of'.�+,�i ;, itc, for. serv3.r-b-_in connection
with the: site developmmt of _ 'Tarn; aouth portion,- be approve_ d -- the
'T';337.20.
Carried
BOARD 014 PUBLIC WORKS PROCELDINGS
ACCOUNTS Id,CEIVABLE
KhY 23, 1973
8395
Albanese Plumbing
G2122
75,00
8396
Burris Plumbing Co.
G2122
70.00
8397
Donohue -Halverson
G2122
29.00
8398
hull Beating & Plumbing
G2122
7.00
8399
Northeast Plumbing
G2122
79.00
8400
Boger Morusty
G2122
12.00
8401
Burris Plumbing
F2650
37.35
8402
George Trimberger
G2122
19.76
8403
14. Clark Gardner
G2122
19.76
8404
Ars. Ernest hunt
G2122
15.24
8405
Theron Johnson
G2122
97.69
8406
Aurora heights inc.
G2122
31.04
8407
Thomas huane
12l"
15.00
8408
Town of Lansing
F2378
15.54
8409
Eastern heights inc.
E2144
11.72
8410
Frank hanshaw
F2144
331.18
8411
Nancy hurlbut
F2144
182.55
8412
John D. Mac Lean
F2144
120.75
8412
John D. Mac Lean
G2122
20.00
8413
John D. Mac Lean
E2144
80.50
8413
John D. Mac Lean
G2122
20.00
8414
City of Ithaca
F2655
591.61
TOTAL
1$11¢69
Water 1386.20
Sewer 425.49
APPROVED BY FINANCE COlIU41TTEE
729 Stewart & Bennett
730 Rollins Leasing Corp.
A1710 51.84
A2690 133.63
-10- May 23,1973
5. T.G. Miller has presented his bill for consulting services in connection
with the construction of the site work at Cass Park, for January 1, 1973
through May 17, 1973, in the amount of $2,078.
T.G. Miller - by Comm. Putney seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that
the bill of T.G. miller for consulting services in connection with the
construction of the site work at Cass Park through May 17, 1973, be approved.
Carried
6. The Ithaca Youth Hockey Association has had constructed two hockey player
benches and one penalty bench at the Cass Park skating rink. These were
-constructed by Mr. S.T. MacAdam, and were donated to the City for use
in connection with its -youth hockey program.
Letter of Appreciation - by Comm. Putney seconded by Comm. Ewanicki re-
solved that the Mayor be directed to send a letter of appreciation to
the Ithaca Youth Hockey Association and to Mr. MacAdam for their gener-
osity in providing these benches.
7. A group of friends
a -round to replace
at Stewart Plark.
of the Hughes's.
of Mr. and Mrs. G.
the existing one in
They have done this
Carried
David Hughes have presented a Whirl -
the small children's play area
in memory of the 2-year old daughter
Letter of Appreciation - by Comm. Putney seconded by Comm. Golder resolved
that the Mayor be directed to address a letter to each of the donors
with a copy to the Hughes thanking the donors for this generous gift in
memory of Beth Ann Hughes.
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE
1. Giles Street Bridge - by Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Putney resolved
that the Superintendent be authorized to solicit bids for the repair
of Giles Street Bridge in accordance with plans and specifications pre-
pared by 14odjeski & Masters. The date of receipt of bids is to be June
25.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
1. Budget Transfer - by Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved
that Common Council be requested to adjust its capital budget by trans-
ferring $200.00 from the Water Contingency Account to Capital Account
H890-113, and to transfer $50.00 from the Sewer Contingency Account to
Capital Account H890-113, to cover a shortage of funds in these accounts
needed to complete the job. Carried
2. Mary J. Jordon - by Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Golder resolved that
Mary J. Jordan be given a proveseional appointment as Prirc ipal Account
Clerk in the Construction & Maintenance Division at an annual salary of
$6,183, effective May 22, 1973.
It is Further Recommended That the Civil Service Commission be requested
to hold an examination for this position at its earliest convenience.
Carried
3. Audit - by Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved that the
bills audited and approved by the finance Comm. as listed on Audit Abstract
#10-1973 be approved for payment and that the bells receivable be approved
and ordered rendered:
Carried
PAWING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
1. Bids were received on Monday, May 21, for the furnishing of traffic signal
supports as follows:
A. M. Little & Sons $1,790.40
Signacon Controls $1,785.40
Traffic Signal Suppotts - by Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing re-
solved that the contract for supplying traffic signal supports in accord-
N
-9- i•1ay 23, 1973
16. The New York State Electric & Gas Corp. has proposed to provide twenty-
five 400 watt, ornamental street lights at $75.00 each per year; ten
250-watt ornamental street lights at $55.00 per year; forty-three 175
watt ornamental street lights at $45.00 per year; plus $46,628 worth of
poles, wires, and trenches, at an annual charge of $7,294 for the light-
ing of Cass Park, in accordance with plans approved by the department.
C; The total annual charge for this lighting systim under our existing street
CA lighting contract is estimated to be $10,609.40.
C1 By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved that the Superinten-
dent be authorized to direct the New York State Electric & Gas Corp.
to proceed with the installation of 78 lights in the Cass Park area under
the terms of existing street lighting contracts.
Comm. Downing commented that it has not been resolved whether or not we can
expect to get Bureau of Outdoor Recreation Funding for this project. He
said it would be much cheaper for us to do the work and pay for it ourselves,
than to pay $10,000 a year. He asked if it was possible to get state aid.
Mayor Conley reported that City Controller was contacting Albany, and has
not had an answer back.
After a discussion to determine if the New York State Electric & Gas Corp.
should do the work or the City should do the job, it was decided to refer.
it back to committee.
Q mn, Clynes withdrew his Original motion.
Moved ;by Comm. Downing seconded by Compr.._Ewanlcki . that. the. Board of Public.
Works empI -' an Eiectrical l±ngineer fog .a. ,sum aot to ."exceed $1000,: f30 to..review
this ,problem, and,give`,the`Board,a recommendation,
Mayor Conley Said"he wf11 ask S, Dingman,to'meet"the New York.State Gas
& Electric to negotiate,, and invite all .members of -the Board withi.n'the,next
few days. ;
PUBLIC BUILDI11GS - PUBLIC GROUNDS XTD_PW C0101I EE
1. The Buildings & Grounds' tommittree .«ill report that it 'has rejected the
bid of Xli .e's Suck Bar f6r , the concession at Cass Part: Marina.
Cass Park Concession - by Comm. Putney seconded by Comm. Golder resolved
'that the Superiritendent be authorized to rea`dvertise, the concession .or "
take such: action as may be expedient:
Carried
2: Bids were received on Monday, May 21, for the resurfacing of the tennis
courts at Stewart Park os follows: „
Dyer -Fitts Construction Co. $3,980
Cortland Paving Co. 4,569
Paul,Mancini`� Sons 4,370
Teinis'dourts - by Comm. Putney seconded by Comm. Dowing resolved that
the..contracts for resurfacing the tennis courts at Stewart Park in accord-
ance wiih`the specifications of May 9', be awarded to Dyer -Fitts Construc-
tion Co. for.their low bid of $3,980.
Carried
3. McGuire Gardens - by_Comm o'Putney secona6d'by Comm Golder resolved that
estimate No. 2-from McGuire Gardens for �seifAces in connection with the
repe.i.rof the greens .,and fairways of Newman Municipal Golf Course , be ap-
proved in the 4mount:of$7,$X3.48.:
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ance with the specifications of April 18, be awarded to Signacon Controls
Inc. for their low bid of $17 5.00.
Carried
i
2. Comm Golder reported that th Parking & Traffic Committee will have a
recommendation on the locati of a stop line in front of the Gulf Car
Wash on the Elmira Rd.
Comm. Clynes reported that he had
the fifth ward regarding the inte
The memo made recommendations reE
signs and other safety measures.
By Comm. Clynes secondedby Comm.
to Parking and Traffic Committee
Planning Dept.
On a motion meeting was adjourne4
Alderman Meyer Presented a Movie
meeting.
Joseph'A. Rundle, City Clerk
received a memo from three alderman from
section of Stewart Ave. and Campus Rd..
rding stop signs, parking, speed limit
Golder resolved that this memo be referred
and a suggestion that they work with the
Carried
l at 6:15 P.M.
on Solid Waste Management after the regular
Special '•leeting
BOARD OF PUBLIC i9ORKS PROCEEDING, s
CITY OF ITHACA, NE!'1 YORK
11: 00 A.*!.
PRESENT:
Commissioners (4) Clynes, Golder, Parkes & Putney
ABSENT:
,ayor - Conley
Commissioners (2) Downing & Ewanicki
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt. of Public lkbrks, Dingman
Controller - Daley
City Clerk - Rundle
June 11, 1973
'MINUTES: +Iinutes of the preceeding meeting were approved as recorded by the Clerk.
In the absence of Aayor Conley Vice Chairman Putney chaired the Meeting.
CG
C9 RESOLUTION: City Clerk Rundle read a resolution passed by the Common Council
cT at their regular meeting June 6, 1973 as follows:
Gz~
P.ESOLLtTION: By Alderman Soothroyd seconded by Alderman Jones resolved that tie
Common Council authorize the Aayor to sign a permanent encroachment license
permitting the encroachments as shown on the Survey "Sapp prepared by Thomas G.
:tiller Dated Jan. 18, 1973 survey and topographical map of south portion of
Block 193 bounded by East Seneca Street, North Aurora Street and North Tioya
Street. For a fee of one ($1.00) dollar.
Rundle remarked that the Special :fleeting was called to ask The Board of Public
Works to consider and make a recommendation to Common Council regarding the
issuance of a permanent encroachment license to Stewart & Bennett for the Seneca
Street Parking Garage.
Appearing for Stewart & Bennett was for. Lon; and Architect 'Ir. Bagnardi. 11r.
Bagnardi commented that on `lay 30, 1973 they discovered that on their center
line 14' footing was encroaching on the City of Ithaca°s property line about
five inches on each side. He said this was an error in the !'Jorking Drawings
that was not discovered.
Permanent Encroachment Permit: By Commissioner Golder seconded by Commissioner
Clynes resolved that the Board of Public 1,11orks recommends to Common Council that
a permanent encroachment license be issued to Stewart and Bennett as shown on
the Survey ;4ap prepared by Thomas G. rliller dated Jan. 18, 1973 Survey and
Topographical '"lap of South Portion of Block 193 bounded by East Seneca Street,
North Aurora Street and North Tio;a Street. For a fee of one ($1.00) dollar.
On a motion Meeting was adjourned at 11:30 A.M.
1
Jo ph'A-- Rundle, City Clerk
Carried
Edward J.
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6911:'D OF PUBLIC I+;ORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular deeting 4:00 P.A. June 131, 1973
PRESENT:
Commissioners (4) Golder, Clynes, Ewanicki, Parkes
ABSENT:
Mayor: Conley
Commissioners (2) Downing, Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Alderman 3 ' Jones, Nichols, Saccucci
Supt.of Public 'Yorks - Dingman
Ass't Supt. of Public Forks - Dougherty
City Engineer - Schlieder
City Controller - Daley
City Clerk - Rundle
Asst. Supt. of Public Works -Hannan
In the absence of -layor Conley and Vice Chairman Putney, the meeting, was chair-
ed by Commissioner Golder.
,1INUTES: By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that the minutes
of the Regular Meeting of Nlay23, be approved.
Carried
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS: None
COi.%dUNICATIONS: None
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE BOARD:
Alderman Jones presented a etition with Twenty-eight signatures from the residents
of Sow H?lt� as follows:
Ile, the undersigned residents of the 200 Block of South Hill Terrace and adjoining
neighborhood, request that the Ithaca Board of Public 'Yorks help us slow the m
speed of vehicle traffic for children§ safety on South Hill Terrace from the
intersection.of Turner Place to the intersection of Hillview.
vie ask that the Board of Public Works bring to 'iotorist's attention through
cautioning devices, that there are children in the 200 Block of South Hill Terrace
and that one should proceed slowly and with caution.
By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that this matter be referred
to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee, with the understanding that with
the cooperation of the Superintendent and the Police Dept., they would have power
to; act.
Carried
Mr. Hueh Cogrigan from Challenge Industries appeared before the Board, and said
that a un erstood the Superintendent has decided not to attempt to put a conses-
sionaire at the LMarina for the season. 'fr. Corigan asked that this item be re-
considered. He said Challenge Industries is interested "in bidding to operate
the &_Qnce�ssnat the farina. Mr. Corrigan said Challenge feels they have
know-how, and the Personnel, and request that it be reopen for bids.
Alderman Saccucci appeared before the Board with two traffic problems from area
residents:
1. Alderman Saccucci requested two stop signs to be installed to replace
the present yield signs at the corner of Second and 14adison Streets.
2. Alderman Saccucci requested a stop sign at 'Madison St. at the four
corners intersection'of Madison, Fifth, 'Washington, and Cascadilla. t
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Parkes that this matter be referred to Parking,
1'raffic and Transit Committee.
Carried
fair. Lew Adesso MY of Ithaca, Golf Course Manager appeared before the Board
regarding the Senior Citiaens use of the Golf Course., He recommended that
they use the course for two hours once a week at seventy-five cents per p*'son.
Adesso recommended Thursday morning;, as this is one of the slower day§.
He said that he planned a free Golf Clinic the first hour, and let them go out
on the course the second hour.
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By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that ",9r. Adesso,GoIF Course
.Manager be authorized to allow senior Citizens to use the Colf Course on Thursday
morning at such hours that he may arran-*le, and charge seventy-five cents per
p rson.
Carried
SUPERINTENDENT"S REPORT
The r i)01"t.of Raymond, Parish & Pine on the traffic circulation in the central
busite,s,s district has been received and will a avallagle in my office -for
review by Board members.
The draft of the environmental statement on the improvements of Routes 13 and
96 from Newfield Hill through Ithaca to Trumansbura, is available in my office
for review by the Board members.
The NYS '-aster Plan for Transportation, Volume I, revised to April 1973, is on
file in my office and available for review by Board members.
WATER AND SANITARY SE11IER CO1MITTEE
1. By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that the request of
Ar. 1*,Ia ter Komaromi of 606 i,adison Street for reduction or abatement of a
water and sewer service bill in the amount of .$85.04, be denied.
Carried
2. The action of the Water & Sewer Committee with respect to the request of
Town of Ithaca in the case of the Beacon Hill subdivision and the property
of 1'•1r. Carey, should be reported for inclusion in the Board meeting. A
discussion took place with several Commissioners voicing their opinions,
and the following resolution was presented to the Board:
By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that the Board of Public
Works extend water and sewer to both Beacon Hills and Carey. This action
does not change the Boards policy of not extending water to patrons who are
i not served by Public Sewer.
i AYES: (3) Clynes, Golder, Ewanicki
NAYES: (1) Parkes Carried
3. The NYS Department of Conservation has approved the application of the
City of Ithaca for reimbrsemenr of one-third of the direct cost of the
operation and mainteonance of the Sewage Treatment Pl=t _for the fiscal
year 1972, in the amount of $47,9U. 01. The coverin Q letter states
that approval of the 1973 application is dependent on continued acceptable
operation and maintenance, and demonstrated progress on the following
items:
1. Increased progress in the reduction of excessive infiltratinn
with a progress report due October 1, 1973.
2. Intensive efforts to identify and eliminate sources of storm water
connections with a report on the proposed program due by July 1, 1973.
3. Adequated disinfection of plant effluence.
The above actions will be handled by the Sewer Division. No action by the
Board is necessary at this time.
4. By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Conmi. Clynes resolved that miscellaneous water_
and sewer bill_No. 8402 in the amount of $19.76, be exn
.� puCarried
HIGIRMYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE CO't4ITTEE
1. By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved that the City Clerk be
directed to notify persons named on the attached list of defective�i am
wa_ lka, that a public hearing on the repair of their unsafe.sidewalks will
be held on June 27, 1973, in accordance with the Board's action of March
28, 1973.
Carried
2. The Highway Committee has approved the holding of sidewalk days on August
3 and 4 in the 100 and 200 blocks of East State Street under terms and
conditions similar to those used in 1972.
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June 13, 1973
3. By Comm. Clynes seconded by C
ravel in accordance with the
as follows:
Ewanciki that the contract for supplying
;cifications of May 9, 1973, be awarded
Item 2 and Item 3 - to Carpe ter for his low bid of 55 cents per yard,
loaded; and $1.55 per yard, d livered. Item 4 - to Landstrom for his
low bid of $1.65 per yard, 1 aded; and $3.37 per yard, delivered.
Carried
4. By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved that old Hector Street
be discontinued as a public way from the west line of the present Hector
Street in the vicinity of Vinegar Hill to the easterly line of Hector St.
on the center of the Mecklenburg Rd.. This discontinuance applies only to
its use as a public way. It does not diminish the right of the City to
use it as a utility easement and for water, sewer, and storm drainage.
5. By Comm. Clynes seconded by Com
Golder) this Board set a public
block of South Tioga Street as
June 27, in the Common Council
6. Comm. Clynes reported that he
regarding a second garbage pi
in the summer months because
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Co
ferred to the Highways, Street
7. Comm. Clynes commented his commi
Gas Corp. representatives, The
the pros and cons on owning or
BRIDGES. CREEKS
1. By Comm. Clynes seconded by Co
Iess Strong Inc., for construc
Aurora Street Bridge, be appr
Carried
Parkes resolved that (by Commissioner
earing on a discontinuance of the 100
public way, at 4 p.m., on Wednesday,
ambers.
Carried
eived a request from Alderman Nichols
p at the Titus Highrise, especially
an odor problem.
Parkes resolved that this request be re-
ghting and Refuse Committee.
S
Carried
met with New York State Electric &
ittee is waiting for an updating of
ng from our Consulting Engineer.
Parkes resolved that requisitionNo.2 of
services in connection with the South
in the amount of $51,455.25.
Carried
2. By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved that theCreeks & Bridges
Committee be authorized to negotiate with R. J. Martin, P.E., for a ground
water study in the FallCreekArea, and present the results of its ne-
goitations to the Board for approval.
Carried
3. Bids were received for the paint'ng of Stewart Avenue Bridge over Fall
Creek be referred to the Creeks Bridges Committee.
Carried
4. Attorney Gersh has addressed a 1
City erect a fence around City -o
Fall Hav- artments. It is al
drainage easement constitutes a
structure pre -dated the construc
in the opinion of the department
tter to the Board suggesting that the
ned easement for drainage adjacent to the
eged that the structure on the City's
azard. This City easement and drainage
ion of the Fall haven Apartments, and
the City has no responsibility.
By Coixii. Clynes seconded by Com... Parkes resolved that the letter of Attorney
Gersh with respect to the possible hazard at the Fall Haven Apartments
on Lake Street, be referred to t e Creeks and Bridges Committee.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PAPKS CO'FiUTTEE
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1. By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved that the bill of ')bite
June 13, 1973
Nurseries for the planting of 75 crabae trees in the flood channel area in
accordance with the specifications of October 27, 1972, and in accordance
with ';is contract with the City, be approved in the amount of ?1,350.
Carried
2. By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that the request of "fr.
Wintermintz for the privilege of leasin? 7 parking spots behind the old
Lehigh Valley freight station for the narking of his delivery vehicles,
be denied.
Carried
3. Action, if any, on request of Sr. Citizens for use of City golf course.
(See previous resolution).
4. By Co;im. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that Stewart & Bennett
be authorized to use the City's premises on the southwest side of Pall Creek
immediately north of the brid?e between the bird sanztury and the Newman
dunicipal Golf Course for the staging of pipe in connection with their con-
struction of an outfall for the Cayuga Heights sewer plant.
Carried
5. Attorney 11einstein has requested on behalf of Reuben t1einer that the City
LC make available for purchase a portion of land originally purchased from the
CQ Weiners in connection with the construction of the Lehigh Valley freight
all station.
By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved that this request be
referred to the Buildings and Grounds Committee.
Carried
6. The ,Sup't has decided not to attempt to put a concessionaire at the marina
for the season.
By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved that the Sup't of Public
:;corks be authorized to negotiate with Challenge Industry with power to act.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL L1PROVMTNT CO`1'TITTEE
1. By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved that the Common Council
be requested to t;iake the following tranfers in the accounts of the department:
From: Sewer Contingency
To: Sewer Gen. Iiaint., G8120-1, Contr. Serv., 407 $203.67
From: Contingencies
To: Cass Park pool & rink, A-7180 B, Treat. Supp., 315 $1600
From: Beach & Pools, A-7180 A, Const. i,iat. $ Supp., 314
To: Beach & Pools, A-7180 A, Treat. Supp, 315 $ 800
Carried
2. By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that the following appoint-
ments be approved:
a. George Bowlsby, a laborer II in the Construction $ aaintenance
Division at $2.60 per hour, effective June 17, 1973.
b. Charles Rivers, a Laborer II in the Construction F,`laintenance
Division at $2.60 per hour, effective June 4, 1973.
c. John Dowd, a .Maintenance '4an, Parks Division, at $2.69 per hour,
effective :lay 29, 1973.
d. Philip R. Quatrino, Jr., a Sr. Engineering Aide in the Engineering
Division, at $6,654 per year, effective June 4, 1973.
e. Cort Deeley, a Laborer III in the Water & Sewer Division at $2.69
per hour, effective June 12, 1973.
Carried
3. By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comn. Clynes resolved that the following promo-
tions be approved:
a. Glen Casterline, a �,laintainer at $3.71 per hour, effective June
17, 1973.
b. Jerry Lilly, a iaintenance lian at $2.93 per hour, effective June
17, 1973. Carried
4. By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved that the Board auprove the
sale of an Ozalid machine from the Engineering Division to the Tompkins County
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Division of Assement for the sum of $100.
Carried
5. By Comm, Parkes seconded by Comp. Ewanicki resolved that Ass't to the Sup't
Dougherty be authorized to attend the 1973 American Public '.forks Association
Congress & Equipment Show in Deriver, September 15 through to 20; his trans-
portation, room and board, registration, to be a chargs against the City.
Carried
6. AUDIT - By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved that the bills
audited and approved by the Finance Comm. as listed on Audit Abstract #11-
1973 be approved for payment an the bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFI5 AND TRANSIT COMT!ITTEE
1. :ayor Conley has referred to the Board of Public Works for evaluation, a
study of parkin; on the Clinton EIouse property.
By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Ewanicki resolved that the request of 1,14ayor
Conley for evaluation of proposed parking at the Clinton house property, be
referred to the Parking and Traffic Committee.
Carried
2. The committee will have a report on the intersection of Stewart Avenue
and Campus Rd.
3. Bids were received for the purchase of a new 337passenger bus as indicated
on the attached bid sheet.
By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm,. Ewanicki resolved that the bid for supply-
ing one 33-passenger transit coach in accordance with the specifications
of May 15, 1973, be awarded to the General Motors Coach Division for their
low bid of $24,242.87. .1,1
Carried
RESULTS OF BID OPENINGS JUNE 11, 1973
1. Diesel Transit Type Coach (25,000) Specs. dated
5/15/73
1) General 'rotors. Coach $24,242.87
(mid September)
2. Painting Stewart Ave. Bridge over Fall Creek ($20,000) Specs. dated
5/19/73
Stewart $ Bennett of Ithaca $28,718
2) St. Lawrence Steel Ptg. & "Iain.Co. of Alexandria
Bay $140500
3) Ind-Com Painting, Inc. of Buffalo $10,670
4) Lafayette Keystone 'Iastler Painters, Inc. of
Buffalo $230760
r.;eeting was adjourned at 5:00 F.M.
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Joseph A. Rundle, City Clerk
Edward J. Con y, Payo
EOARD OF PUBLIC `CORKS PROCEEDINGS
kCCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JUNE 13, 1973
8415
A. J. Eckert
F2650
56.61
8416
A. J. Eckert
F2650
28.73
8417
Morse Chain Co.
G2122
161.07
8418
Aadrew Ravage
G2122
19.76
8419
Matthew McHugh
F2144
15.00
8420
Robbin Williams Jr.
F21.44
15.00
8421
Guy Campognola
F2144
15.00
8422
Earl F. Carpenter
F2144
15.00
8423
Allen H. Treman
12144
15.00
8424
Joseph Iacovelli
F'2144
13.00
8425
B.F. Sovodool
F'2144
38.26
8426
Eastern heights Inc.
F2144
11.72
8427
Denice Eldred
G2122
27.31
8428
Glenn P. Jacobson
F'2144
121.15
8429
Anthony Albanese
F2144
159.55
8430
Village of Cayuga Heights
F2378
1010.13
8431
Village of Cayuga Heights
F2378
568.23
8432
City of Ithaca
F2144
656.16
8433
City of Ithaca
F2655
634.99
8434
Morse Chain Co.
G2120
175.00
8435
Finger Lakes State Parks Comm.
F2378
18.75
8436
George P. Hess
G2122
19.76
eater 3392.28
Sewer 402.90
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732 City School District
733 Larry Townley
734 John J. Miles
735 Insurance Co. of Notth America
736 Stewart &- Bennett
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A2300
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. June 27,-1973
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (4) - Clynes, Downing, Golder, Parkes
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Ewanicki, Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (5) - Boothroyd, Meyer, Nichols, Schmidt, Spano
Superintendent of Public Works - Dingman
Ass't. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan
City Controller - Daley
Ass't. to Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
Building Comm. - Jones
City Engineer - Schlieder
Director of Planning - VanCort
City Attorney - Gersh
City Clerk - Rundle
MINUTES: By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm.
Clynes
RESOLVED, that minutes of the meeting of June
13, 1973 be approved as recorded by
CC
the City Clerk.
CQ
Carried
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Mayor Conley opened the Public Hearing for defective sidewalks to be repaired by
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the City at owner's expense.
No delinquent property owners appeared before
the Board.
MR. EDGAR W. ERWAY residing.at 103 College Avenue appeared before the Board and
said he had a problem with part of his sidewalk. A stretch of about seventy-five
feet on the Mitchell Street side has a guard-rail running along the curb. Mr. Erway
said in the winter the City plows snow up against the guard-rail and he has no place
'to throw the snow. Mr. Erway suggested the City black -top the section behind the
guard-rail because salt from the City caused the damage, and he would replace the
rest of his sidewalk himself. After a discussion by the Board, the following resolu-
tion was presented:
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that this matter be referred to the highways, Street Lighting and Refuse
Committee.
Carried
Mayor Conley asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing on sidewalks.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that Public Hearing on sidewalks be closed.
Carried
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held this 27th day of June, 1973, by the Board
of Public Works, as required by the City Charter, to afford property owners an
opportunity to show cause why they had not complied with the Supt's. final notice
to have their sidewalks repaired, and
WHEREAS, certain property owners served with such final notices have failed to comply,
or failed to show adequate cause for such failure at this hearing,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sup't. be authorized to cause the repair
of the attached list of sidewalks, and upon completion of such repair, certify the
cost thereof to this Board of Public Works for levy against the respective property
owners as provided by the City Charter.
Carried
Mayor -Conley opened the Public Hearing on the closing of the 100 Block of South
Tioga Street.
Former Mayor Hunna Johns appeared before the Board and said alot of time and money
have been spent pertaining to the closing at Tioga Street. Mr. Johns said that wg
have had parking surveys and no one seems to know th' results of these surveys. Are
they going to be feasible. He- sAid tile, parking r4tq was being built without the
approval of the Planning Board Mr. Johns said befdfe we spend anyA66 money on
the project, the City should WA Caldwell to name his tenants. Mr. johns said that
traffic would be tied up, and`alot of business lost if the City closes Tioga Street.
He said we are spending money on this ramp right now, and should get a tommitment
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from the bank that they will loan Caldwell the money. lit. Jdhns suggested that a
couple of barricaAes be put up at each end of thb Tioga Street portion being closed
on Friday and Saturday for the next flew weeks, to see how traffic moves. He said
we should not rely on the raffic survey. He said we should start looking at this
project as business people. Re should not start to build without an A-1 tenant.
Mayoz' Conley commented that the traffic survey said that the problems are not
unsurmountable, and will be able to make the traffic circulation work. The clos-
ing of State Street for the Mall, and closing South Tioga St. would require some
On -Street parking to be removed. Aayor Conley said we have already made provi-
sions for this, by building the Seneca St. Parking Garage. He said it will also
require some modifications and changes at the Tuning Fork at the foot of the hill.
Mayor Conley said it will be at least eighteen months after the project starts
that Caldwell will start his construction. He said it was very unreasonable to
ask him who his tenants are going tobe. Mr. Caldwell has his letter of commitment
from his lending institution.
Comm. Downing commented that in order for the City to have some development in the
Downtown Area, and in recent years there has not been much encouragement in this
direction, it is essential that the City take the initiative. Mr. Downing said
in his judgement and apparently the judgement of Council that we should proceed in
an expeditious manner in getting both ramp garages built. If we abandon these
projects, and wait for peripheral shopping centers to become so strong, we no
longer can captivate any of the retail market.
Comm. Golder commented as it has been evidenced on a number of occasions, the
Common Council has taken it upon themselves to violate their own City Charter.
This is another occasion where this has happened, Mr. Golder referred to Section
5-17 of the City Charter which stipulates that the Common Council shall review
and direct the Board of Public Works in the following categories, and it names
ten different categories. By an omission there was one category left out and
that is the fact that the Board of Pulblic Works constitutes the Commissioners
of Highways and their powers are outlined in Section 5-30 of the City Charter
which states that the responsibilityifor closing the Streets is in the hands and
in the power of the Board of Public Works, not the City Council and accordingly
the Council ignores the Board of Public Works and voted to close the street
without coming thru the B.P.W. or even for a recommendation. Comm. Golder said
he thought this was a serious problem and warrants a decision of the full Board
rather than just a quorum of the Board.
Comm. Golder suggested that the public hearing be postponed until the full
Board can make a decision on this ma ter. If the City Attorney could give a
legal interpretation of this situa= which would hold up in Court, then the
Common Council perhaps would be justified in making the final d� cision, other-
wise if the Board would make the final decision as of today this takes the onus
off the Common Council and puts the complete responsibility for this action on
the B.P.W., 14r. Golder said he wantslno part of accepting the responsibility in
view of the actions that the Common Council has taken to date.
By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved that Public hearing; on the closing
of Tioga Street be closed, and that the decision of the Board be postponed until
a full Board is present.
Comm. Parkes commented that he thought the Board should support Common Council.
Mr, Parkes said he was alittle uneasy that all the responsibility is falling,on
the B.P.W.. He said that he gets very cold feet about closing Tioga Street, he
said it just'does not feel right.
Comm. Downing commented that everytirle a decision has to be made to go ahead with
Downtown, someone always hesitatespr !,says lets wait, lets not do it now the results]
are holes in the ground. There comes! a time whin a positive step has to be taken.
If, the Board hesitates it is taken on a heaviEr responsibility than if it acts.
Copm. Downing said if we delay the C ldwell Project much longer it could fold.
Comm. Downing spoke in favor of theBo rd taking a positive decision on this matter.
Comm. Golder said there is a difference between doing something right and doing
something wrong. The delay is not a result of the Board of Public Works, or the
Board of Public Works' indecision. This problem of indecision has beet going on
for two years. Comm. Golder said that nothing would be held up, if the B.P.W.
waited for a full Board.
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A VOTE ON THE MOTION RESULTED AS FOLLOWS:
AYES (1) Golder
NAYS (4) Parkes, Clynes, Downing, Conley
..lotion Defeated
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downin
WHEREAS, a public hearing as required by the City Charter has been held by the
Board of Public Works this 27th day of June, 1973, in the matter of the proposed
discontinuance of the 100 Block of South Tioga Street as a public way, and
WHEREAS, it has been shown that the Common Council of the City of Ithaca has agreed
with the Urban Development Corp. and others to make the land comprising the bed
of the street available as a part of the Rothschild -Caldwell -City project, and
WHEREAS, in the opinion of the Board, no overring need, public or private, has
been shown for the continuance of this street after the inception of said Roths-
child -Caldwell -City project,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED That this Board acting in its capacity of Commis -
CC sioner of Highways under Section 5-30 of the City Charter, directs that upon
C11 notice by the Mayor that the bed of the street is now required for conveyance to
CS'T the Urban Development Corp. in connection with the said Rothschild -Caldwell -City
project, that the 100 Block of South Tioga Street be and is discontinued, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED That the Department of Public Works be directed upon the
receipt of such notice by the Mayor to take every action necessary to implement
such discontinuance.
kMENDMENT OFFERED BY COMM. PARKES remove the third paragraph and change fourth
paragraph to read NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED That this Board acting in its
capacity of Commissioner of Highways under Section 5-30 of the City Charter, in
order to carry out the intentions of Common Council, directs that upon notice
of Mayor etc.
A discussionregarding the amendment took place on the floor, Attorney Gersh said
he opposed the Amendment. The Amendment failed to receive a second.
A.VOTE was taken on the original motion as follows:
AYES (3) Clynes, Downing, Conley
NAYS (2) Golder, Parkes
Carried
C011v1UNICATIONS :
The City Clerk read a letter of Appreciation from David N. Epstein praising the
cooperation of the Board of Public Works refuse Collection Dept..
The City Clerk read a letter directed to Alderman Spano, Chairman Public Works
and Transit Committee of Common Council, from Alderman Peter J. Wallace expressing;
hi.s dissatisfaction frith the way the repairs of the Cites Golf _Course has been
handled by the Dept. of Public Works. His letter asked Alderman Spano to secure
the answers to several questions. By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Clynes
resolved that this letter be referred to Supt. Dingman for a report at the next
meeting.
Carried
The City Clerk read a memo from Alderman Jones requesting a report on interim
p4rking at the July 2, 1973 meeting.
BY C0124. DOWr ING SECONDED BY COM,I. CLYNES resolved that this request be referred
to the Highways Committee.
Carried —
The City Clerk read a letter from Alderman Schmidt relative to a proposal for
a joint maintenance facility for the City, the Town of Ithaca and the Ithaca
School District. This matter appeared on the Agenda under Public Buildings Report.
The letter read as follows:
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Gentlemen:
At a joint meeting of representatives,from the City of Ithaca, Town of Ithaca,
United Fund and the Ithaca School District held on June 22, 1973, to discuss
recreational needs of the area, the question of a joint maintenance facility
arese. Some of the potential advantages and disadvantages of releasing the
space in the Markles Flat area now being used by the school system for main-
tenance operations was discussed. The use of the old naval reserve building
for potential maintenance purposes was also discussed.
Before we proceed with any further conversations and/or nenotiations in this
area, it would be very desirable to obtain the Department of Public Works'
requirements (space, type of facilities, equipment, etc.) for a new maintenance
facility and tr^Ir evaluation of the necessity of such a facility. It wo�-11 also
be desirable to know the Board's and Departments' evaluatic.. the potent
advantages and disadvantages of making a new maintenance fac.'--- _ty a joint vF,.cure
amond the City, the Town of Ithaca and the Ithaca School Di-- 1•ict.
Consideration of this request by the Board and Department wc_Ild be greatly
appreciated.
Glen H. Schmidt, (" jArman
Executive Committee
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE THE BOARD!
George Hughes of 524 W. Clinton Street appeared and requested that the Board
of Public Works remove a large tree stump from in front of his house on City
property. This matter was referred to Supt. Dingman.
Alvin Knepper of 100 Fairview Sq. appeared before the Board. Ile said it was
sad that so few people turned out for such an important public hearing. Mr.
Knepper said that many of the Committees and Boards do not have a true represen-
tation by the people of the Community. The Committees are made up mostly with
professional people. :fir. Knepper read a quotation from James Rouse Chairman of
the Board of the Company that launched a new town in Columbia, Maryland. The
only real purpose and justification of anyone of these centers, is to serve the
poople in the area not the merchants„ not the architects, and not the developers.
The success or failure of a original shopping center will be measured by what it
does for the people it seeks to serve."
DQoleY Kiefer, 629 Highland Rd. appeared before the Board to appeal a penalty on
a water bill. Mrs. Kiefer said that she never received a bill in the mail, but
received a notice that her water would be shut off if she did not pay her bill.
14rs. Kiefer said that she went to the Village Office to read the contract to get
same guidance, and a copy was not available. She suggested that a copy of the con
tract be sent to the Village Office, after dicussion on the floor the following Resol.
By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved that the penalty on the water
bill for Dooley Kiefer 625 Highland Rd. be expunged.
A VOTE on the resolution resulted as follows:
AYES (3) Golder,Downing, Parkes
NAYS (1) Clynes Carried
C01,14UNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Mayor Conley said as a result of our traffic circulation study, as was expected,
it called for some modifications to the Tuning Fork at the Foot of State Street
Hill. After discussing this with R. Dingman, in order to accomplish the proposal
that was indicated by the study, it would be necessary to engage an outside
engineering firm to do the design and engineering. By Comm. Clynes seconded by
Comm. Downing resolved that the Sup.' of Public Works be authorized to engage in
hiring an outside engineering firm to do this work.
Carried
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
1. The Sup't. calls attention to the illness of Commissioner Putney, and proposes
that the Board as a group send the Commissioner anindication of their wishes
for his early recovery.
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2. It has come to my attention that the Finance Comr.�ittee has recently turned
down or altered several requests of the Board of Public Works. It is my
understanding that the Finance Committee has determined that it will report
for Council action, only those items on which they have a positive reaction.
The Council in general, will not have the opportunity to deal with the requests
of the Board or even to be aware of them unless some other method is devel-
oped to bring the Board's concerns to the Council. The Board of Public Works
who spends the bulk of the City's total budget, is not represented on the Fin-
ance Committee, I would propose the following:
1. That the Mayor appoint as a voting member of the Finance
Committee, the Chairman of the Council's Committee on Public
Works.
2. That the Finance Committee of the Common Council be directed to
acquaint themselves with matters of the Board's concern, and present
questions in sufficient detail in advance of their meeting, so
that they may have adequate information on which to act. (No
member of the department can be expected to anticipate the
complex questions of the Finance Committee.)
C.0 3. Every item which is referred to the Council by the Board, should
C9 be adequately presented to the Council at the next subsequent
meeting.
A discussion took place on the Council Floor with several Aldermen and Comm-
issioners pointing out the problems involved.
3. The Raymond, Parish, and Pine report, which is now available to Board
members and to Council, clearly points out that if the City is committed
to either the Calwell-Rothchild-City project, or the State Street 14all
project, and expects to implement the construction of either of these,
immediate action must be taken to assure that the redesign and construction
of the Tuning Fork intersection occurs without delay. There is money
available in the Capital Accounts. I would propose that on the recommend-
ation of the 114ayor, this Board proceed to hire a consultant to make surveys
and produce designs and contract drawings for this project. (Covered
by previous Resolution.)
4. Report by Engineer Gombas on the closing; of the 200 block of South Cayuga
Street for reconstruction, and operation of Parking Lot"D" during this
period.
Mr. Gombas said it would be necessary to close Cayuga St. between Clinton
and Green Streets for about a month and a half, and close off the Wool-
worth Parking Lot "D", Cayuga St. Entrance. The exit on Tioga St. would
be used during the construction.
5. Report by the Ass't. Supt. Hannan, on the department's proposal for the
construction of the pump station at the intersection of Meadow & Buffalo
Sts,.
Mr. Hannan said that the original pump station at the intersection of
Meadow & Buffalo Sts. was built in 1895. In 1933 it was converted to its
present form. He said it will be necessary to reroute traffic during
construction which will take about two months. The new construction will
be completely underground in the street. The old pump station building
could be rehabilitated or removed, if this proved desirable. A new four
inch sump pump hill be installed in the old pump station temporarily and
later moved to the new statinn. Mr. Hannan requested authorization to purchase
a new four inch sump pump immediatly at a cost of about "'P1500, out of the
$21,000 Capital Improvement Appropriation. The two eight inch sewer pumps
will be bid when construction gets underway. 114ajor traffic problems are anti-
pated for about.two'months during construction. .
6. Report by Engineer Schlieder on the progress of the South Aurora'Street
Bridge.,
Engineer Schlieder - The Aurora St. Bridge will be open to traffic Thursday
evening July 28, 1973. The contractor still has some work to complete
on the under side of the Bridge.
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1. Bids were received on Monday, June 25 for a hydraulic impactor for the
hydraulic backhoe.
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved that the contract for
supplying one hydraulic impactor in accordance with the specifications of
June 6, 1973, be awarded to the Goodrich Implement Co. Inc., for their
low bid of $2,906.92, when sufficient funds become available.
Carried
2. Bids were received at 11 a.m. this morning for shoring for the West Buffalo
Street pump station.
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Golder resolved that the contract, for
shoring at the West Buffalo St. pump station in accordance with the speci-
fications of June 19, 1973, be awarded to Northern Lights Bridge Co.
for their low bid of $1950.00.
Carried
3. The pumps at the existing Buffalo Street pump station are in such poor
condition that it will be difficult to maintain them until the new pumps
can be installed in the new pump station, therefore, it becomes imperative
that part of the equipment for the new station be purchased immediately so
that it can be installed in the old station during the construction period.
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Golder That this Board recognizing that
an emergency situation exists because of the need for continuous service
at the Buffalo Street pumping station, authorize the purchase of a 4-inch
electric submersible trash pump from Andrew Lang Co. of Syracuse for app.^
imately $1,500 without the formality of bidding.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COLLECTION
1. Action, if any, on Cass Park Lighting:
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Comm. Clynes read the last paragraph of a letter from the lighting
Consultant recommending that the City not maintain its own lighting system.
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved, That the City of Ithaca
enter into an agreement with New York State Electric & Gas for the lightin,
of Cass Park. Carried
Comm. Downing commented that after looking over the report he thought
the City could do the job for about $4,500 to $5,000 less than contracting
the work.
The possibility of State Aid was discussed but no conclussions were
reached.
2. It is recommended that the request for a second refuse pickup at the Titus
Flats Highrise of the Ithaca Housing Authority be refused.
3. Comm. Clynes asked the status of the request for extending Caseadilla St.
Comm. Clynes wanted to know who buried it and why. Alderman Spano said he
would put it on the agenda for the July 2, 1973 Council ?Meeting.
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COW4ITTEE
1. Bids were received on Monday, June '25 for the modifications to the Giles
Street Bridge.
By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved That the contract for
the modificationsto the Giles Street Bridge as advertised on June 4, 1973,
be awarded to H.D. Besemer, Inc. for their low bid of $46,353.
2. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing resolved That the contract for
painting Stewart Avenue Bridge over Fall Creek in accordance with the
specifications of May 19, 1973, be awarded to the Ind-Com Painting Inc.
of Buffalo for their low bid of $10,670.
3. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved That the "Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to execute a contract with R. J. Martin, P.E. of Vestal
for the study of the ground water in the Fall Creek area, in accordance..
with his proposal of April 25, 1973, for a lump sum fee of :�5,500.
AYES (3) Clynes, Golder, Parkes
NAYS (1) Downing Carried
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.PU3LIC BUILDTT'_-S, PU3LIC GROUNDS., AND PARKS COASMITTEE
1. Bids were received on Monday, June 25 for the improvement of South Hill
School playground.
By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved That the bid for the
improvement of South Hill School playground in accordance with the spec-
ification of June 4, 1973, be awarded to Cortland Paving Co. for their
low bid of $14,696 when the Common Council shall have made $17,000 avail-
able for the prosecution of this project.
Carried
2. Acting in accordance with the directive of the Board at its June 13 meetin,:,
the Sup't has reached an agreement with Challenge Industries to operate
the concession at Cass Park Marina. This agreement provides that Challenge
will pay the City $350 for the concession. The agreement also provides
that Challenge wilt enter into a contract with the City along the general
terms of previous concession contracts.
By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved Challenge Industries
provide for the operation of Cass Park Marina for the 1973 season.
Carried
3. Action, if any, on Attorney Weinstein's request for conveyance of City
land adjacent to the ?Weiner Trailer Park and Southwest Park. No recommend-
ation at this time.
4. Action, if any, on the request of Clo Calistri for conveyance of City
land on the east side of Floral Avenue, south of property recently conveyed
to the Carpenters. No recommendation at this time.
5. Treeland, Inc. has presented their 8th requistion for payment for construc-
tion services in connection with the site development at Cass Park,
in the amount of $33,252.30. This payment will bring the total paid to
the contractor to $261,786.60 of a total contract price of .$323,423.
By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved That payment will
requistion #8 from Treeland, Inc. for construction services in connection
with the site development at Cass Park, be approved in the amount of
$33,252.30.
Carried
6. There is attached for Board members, a copy of a letter from Glen H.
Schmidt relative to a proposal for a joint maintenance facility for the City,
Town and School District.
By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved That the letter of
Alderman Schmidt be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVaIENTS C0111ITTEE
1. By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Golder resolved That the following
appointments be approved in the Construction & Maintenance Division:
a. LaVern Grover, a Motor Equipment Operator at $3.21 per hour,
effective June 25, 1973.
b. Glenn Breed, a Motor Equipment Operator at *3.21 per hour,
effective June 19, 1973.
c. Gary Snyder, a Sewer Plant Operator Trainee at 4� per year,
effective June 17, 1973.
Carried
2. By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved That the promotion of the
following be approved;
a. Lawrence Wright, a Laborer II in the Construction & Maintenance
Division at $2.60 per hour, effective July 1, 1973.
b. David Livingstone as Truck Driver in the Parks Division at c2.99
per hour, effective June 25, 1973.
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3. L,r Coin-, seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved `.T'La" ;,he Common
Council be requested to make the following transfer in the accounts of
the Construction & Maintenance Division:
From Contingencies, A-1990 to Traffic Control A-3310 A, Equipment,
Parts and Supplies, Line 312 - $175
Carried
4. By Comm Downing seconded by Comm. Parkes resolved That the Board approve
the expenses for the attendance of James Bower to a Sewage Plant Operator
School, Grade II, at Syracuse University, June 18 through 29, 1973.
Carried
5. Audit - by Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Golder resolved that the Bills
audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on Audit Abstract
#12-1973 be approved for payment and the bills receivable be approved and
ordered .rendered. +
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC, AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved That the request for
a change from yield to "stop" signs at the intersection of Madison and
Second Streets, be approved.
Carried
2. By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that, at the intersection
of Cascadilla, Madison, Fifth and Wahhinton Streets, pavement lines be
painted to clarify traffic movements,and, a new "yield" sign be located
on Madison Street facing westbound traffic.
3. By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved that the May 23, 1973
letter to the Board of Public Works from Alderman P4eyer, Stein, and Nichols,
asking for a traffic control device at the intersection of Stewart Ave.
Campus Rd. & South Ave., has merit and that their proposal should be given
study by the D.P.W..
In addition to studying the feasibility of a traffic signal at this inter-
section the DPW should study the following suggestions for intersection
improvements that have come from the BPW Parking Traffic and Transit
Committee and from the Planning Dept. staff.
a. Suggest curb parking on east side only of Stewart Ave. between this
intersection and University Ave. y
b. Suggest making South Ave. a one way street east bound.
c. Suggest removal or cutting back of shrubbery at and north of inter-
section, along east side of Stewart Ave.
d. Suggest study of reallignment of curb at entrance to Campus Rd.
e. Suggest study of regrading the intersection.
It is recommended that the DPW report back to the Board the findings
resulting from these studies.
Carried
4.. By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved That the following action
be taken on the petition request for additional traffic control on the
South Hill Terrace between Hillview Place and Turner Place:
a. Remove sign reading "Children" presently located on north side of
South Hill Terrace near intersection of Turner Place.
b. Install two.new signs on South Hill Terrace, one at Turner Place,
one at Hillview Place, located to be easily seen and conveying the
warning that ch��dren are likely to be playing in the street, so,
motorists, 'Make it easy". Sign message & locations to be selected by
DPW.
Carried
BOARD Ole PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JUNE 27, 1973
8437
G. R. Peterson
F2144
15.00
8438
Hanshaw Construction Co,
F2144
41.02
8440
Town of Lansing
F2378
15.14
8441
Bessie M. Harvey
F2142
5.08
8441
n it it
F214.4
28.82
8442
Mrs. Harold Smith
12142
3.09
8442
a e► it
F2144
9.28
8443
Larry Townley Jr.
F2142
16.41
8443
11 11 r►
F2144
30.29
8444
Town of Ithaca
F2378
38.26
8445
Jason Pettengill
G2122
19.76
8446
barold Vvallace
F2144
586.51
8446
it
G2122
2 M 04
8448
Stewart & Bennet
F2144
287.70
8449
A. Braumbeck
F2144
508.20
8"9
it ►'
G2122
292.80
8450
William Johanson
F2144
514.04
8450
►► It
G2122
319.63
8451
LeGrand Chases
F2144
26.92
8452
Albanese Plumbing
G2122
64.00
8453
hurris Plumbing Co.
G2122
51.00
8455
Donohue -Halverson
G2122
31.00
8456
Northeast Plumbing
G2122
31.00
8457
Roger Morusty
G2122
45.00
8458
Orson Ledger
G2122 7.00
TOTAL
3208.99
Wr 2125.76
Sr 1083,23
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
737 New York Telephone Company A1710 1,003,20
738 Underwriters Adjusting Company A2655 2,0u
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OLD BUSINESS
Comm. Clynes requested a report of two items at the next meeting:
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1. A "Stop here on ii&01 sign near Westons - (Parking & Traffic Committee)
2. Sale of two lots on Floral Ave. along the channel - (Building & Grounds
Committee)
The Board decided to take action on the first item as follows:
By Comm. Parkes seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved That a stop line be repainted
so it can be seen at the North edge of the South curb cut to the Gulf Car Wash,
and a. "stop" sign be installed.
Carried
City Engineer Schlieder referred to the Parking, Traffic, and Transit Committee
a request concerning the -crap-around at the foot of State St. Iiill. 'Ir.
Schlieder requested that a sign be installed in both directions saying, "Do
Not Block Intersection".
Q0 Alderman Spano requested a report at the next meeting of the possibility of
C\1 moving cars off Cliff St.
Aeeting adjourned at 6:32 P.M.
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Ja?eph A Rundle, City Clerk
CITY O1F ITHACA
DiTARTMMIT OF PUBLIC WORKS
125 South Hill School Playground�Improvement ($12,500)
Specifications of June 4, 1973. No bid bd.; no perf. bd. L.S.; no alts.
1. Cortland Paving Company
12 Prospect Street
Homer, New Yorh 13077 $145696
2. Paul Mancini & Sons, Inc.
602 Elmira Road
Ithaca, New York 14850 $24,700
116 Giles Street Bridge T4odific_%ions ($83,000)
Advertised on June 4, 1973. 5 bid. bd.; 100o perf. bd.. Unit; no alts.
1. H. D. Besemer, Inc.,
P.O. Box 41
Lansing, New York 14882 ::46,353
2, The Standard Bridge Corp.
1743 Western Avenue
Albany, New York 12203 $525202
F8310-6 Hydraulic _Impactor for
Hydraulic
Backhoe ($ )
Specifications of June
6,
1973.
No bid bd; no perf bd.. L.S.; no alts.
1. Goodrich Implements Inc.
745 Harry L. Drive
Johnson City, New York 13790 $2,906.92
2. Ithaca Ford Tractor, Inc.
716 West Clintor. St.
Ithaca, New York 14850 a3 093.45
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3OA71) OF PUP.T,zC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
,=Y OF ITHACA, IMi .PORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 P.m. July 119 1973
PRESENT:
!4Lyo�Cog1ey
Commissioners (4),Clynes, Downing, Golder, Parkes
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) Ewanicki, Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Alderman�(5)�Boothroyd, Meyer, Nichols, Spano, Wallace
Asst. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan
Asst. to Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Schlieder
Building Commissioner - Jones
City Clerk - Rundle
City Attorney - Gersh
1INUTES
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Comm. Parkes requested that the minutes of June 27, 1973, Page 9 No. 1 should be
Cq corrected to read, 1. A stop here on signal sign near Westons and Ass't Supt.
Hannan requested that on Page 7 paragraph 13 should be corrected to read C. Gary
Snyder, A Sewer Plant Operator Trainee at $6775 per yeah, effective June 17, 1973.
GL: By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing resolved that the minutes for the June
279 1973 meeting be accepted as corrected.
Carried
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE BOARD:
Russ Peterson - Commander and Director theThe Orp!anizers Junior Drum and Drill
Team appeared before the Board. Mr. Peterson requested the use of Stewart Park
Sunday July 22, 1973, starting at 1:00 P.4. for the holding of a Chicken Barbecue.
i1r. Peterson said the purpose is to raise money to pay for equipment that his group
has ordered.
By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Clynes resolved that the request for use of
Stewart Park by The Organizers Junior Drum and Drill Team, Sunday July 27, 1973,
starting at 1:00 P.17. for the purpose of holding a Chicken Barbecue be granted.
Carrie d
SECTION. 17-25 & 17-27 OF THE CODE PARKS AND RECREATION
The Board entered into discussion about the two Sections of the Code relating to
the dispensing of Beer, and the selling soliciting at Stewart Park.
Comm, Downing commented that he felt these Sections of the code are antiquated,
and that the Council's Charter and Ordinance Committee should rewrite them to bring
them up to date.
The following Resolution was presented to the Board.
By Comm. Dotim ing seconded by Comm. Parkes Resolved that Sections 17-25 and 17-27
of the Code Parks and Recreation be referred to the Charter and Ordinance Committee
of Council for study.
AYES (3) Conley, Doming, Parkes
ATAYS (2) Clynes, Golder
;OMMUNI CATIONS:
Carried
City Clerk, Rundle read a letter to Mr. Dingman from Nark T. Garvey Associates,
praising the Departemtts fine job during the spring clean-up days this year.
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY
Attorney Gersh reported that a matter has been brought to his attention by Per.
Dingman regarding payment to Streeter Associates, Inc. For the work they have
done on the Inlet Project. 14r. Gersh said it restates to holding back some money
from final payment to cover the Poal Terrace, which is not acceptable to 11r. Egner,
a lien that has been placed in connection with the unsatisfactory dasher board
work, and certain other miscellaneous matters. 4r. Egner has recommended that
in his judgement w55,000.00 hold back is adequate. Attorney Gersh recommended
that payment be made to Streeter for the amount due them, minus $55,000. 11Ir. Gersh
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said that Streeter Associates has agreed to this arrangement.
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
Giles Street Bridge:
City Engineer Schlieder reported that we are now in contract with Pair. Besemer
concerning the restoration of the Giles Street Bridge, where there is serious
damage due to salt.
STEWART AVENUE BRIDGE:
A contract with a painting outfit from Buffalo, N.Y. to paint Stewart Ave. Bridge
has been awarded and is now in progress.
AURORA STREET BRIDGE:
The contract with Les Strong has progressed to the punch out stage with about 15
items, which will be concluded probably next week.
No report.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER CONU 4I TTEE
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING 2D REFUSE COMMITTEE
1. Bids were received on 111onday, July 9, for a Chemical Spreader, as follows:
A-5142 Chemical Spreader ($4,200)
Specifications of June 30, 1973
1. Tarrant Mfg. Co.
Excelsior l venue Extension
Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
2. Binghamton Equipment Co.
3209 Vestal Parkway, E.
Vestal, N.Y.
$49200.00
t3,990.00 (option -light
kit $40; factor instal-
led $90 )
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Golder (resolved, that the contract for supplying
one Chemical Spreader in accordance with the specifications of June 30, 1973, be
awarded to Binghamton Equipment Company for their low bid of $3,990.
Carried
2. Bids were received on Monday, July 9, for one Air Compressor, as follows:
A-5110-A Air Compressor ($6,200)
Specifications of June 30, 1973
1. J.A. Fusco Co., Inca. $3,996.00 net
Fisher Road
East Syracuse, N.Y.
2. Seneca Supply & Equipment Co:
Route 13 & Dryden Road
Ithaca, New York $4,300.00 net
3. J. C. Georg
4438 James St.
Syracuse, N.Y. $3,986.00 net
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Downing resolved, that the contract for supply-
ing one Air Compressor in accordance with the specifications of June 30, 1973,
be awarded to J. C. Georg Corp. for their low bid of'$3,986.
Carried.
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3. Frank Loguidice preoented his fixm's proposal `-:)r the physical surveys, not
including property surveys, and the preliminary design report and estimate for the
reconstruction of the intersection of East Green Street and Seneca Way with East
State Street. His proposal involves a lump sum of $4,000 for the physical surveys
which will run from the intersection of State and Aurora to the intersection of
Stewart and State. It will also include Green Street from Aurora to State and
Seneca Way from Aurora to State. These physical surveys will be tied into similar
surveys which are now being completed in connection with the State Street Mall. His
proposal for the preliminary design report and estimate is a lump sum of $5,000,
and will include such meetings as are necessary to obtain State approvals for the
pngposed design and for coordination with the architect for the State Street Mall.
If'borings are required, they will be obtained by the City at the City's cost.
Comm. Downing asked if the estimated cost of construction had been determined.
Mr. Loguidice said that they would not know until they present the Preliminary Plans.
City Engineer Schlieder commented that the consultant will furnish to the City
the cost based on their judgement, the best solution to the problem at the inter-
section. This will take about two months. The City will then have to make appro-
priations and other arrangements to proceed with construction.
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Cq Comm. Downing commented that it seemed like an open-ended proposal, with no
CT relationship to cost of the services, and the cost of the work. Mr. Downing said
he felt that there should be a relationship between cost of construction, and the
normal fee paid. He asked if other consultants had been asked to present a proposal.
City Engineer Schlieder commented that a preliminary design was made in 1968 or
1969; and the figure with no property taking was in excess of $25,000. The
consultants selected are a reputable firm. This is a lump sum item in which the
consultant will make an analysis for the construction and traffic controls, and
come back with a proposal for the construction.
Comm. Clynes asked if there would be a third design fee in this project.
Mr. Loguidice commented that a request was made to give a proposal to the Board.
Apparently the City does not havea, plan, and the consultant could not put a
construction cost on a plan that no one knows what it is. The first phase is to
prepare a plan acceptable to everyone involved. During the preliminary phase, they
will analyze all the things that have to be done, prepare an estimate of a pre-
liminary design, and an estimate of the construction cost for this particular
project. At that particular time they can then give the City a fee for the design
if they wish to proceed. This cannot be related to construction cost, because it
involves more than just preliminary design. This involves investigation of alternate
methods of doing things. Mr. Loguidice said you can relate it to the American
Society of Civil Engineers fee schedule. Generally you operate on a percentage of
construction cost, if the project is known. If the project is not known, normally
as far as engineers are concerned, they work on a per diem rate, or a cost plus
contract if the complexity of the problem is not exactly known. Mr. Dingman wanted
a ;flat proposal for a preliminary phase design, they looked at it and gave a figure
o$ $5,000 for a preliminary design, which includes the light signalization if
necessary. The survey they estimated at $4,000.00. Mr. Loguidice remarked that his
firm does not care if they do it or not. If the City wants to supply the survey,
that would be alright.
Comm. Downing commented that this particular project seems to lack a great deal of
complexity. It is not like a building, or a bridge, these are built under state
standards. Mr. Downing said it seems that we could establish, rather than just be
set up for a final design fee having accepted the preliminary design, that then
it should be based on a standard percentage, in accordance with the professional
standard recommended fee.
The following resolution was presented to the Board:
By Comm.'Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the firm of Barton, Brown, Clyde and Loguidice be retained to produce
surveys and make a preliminary design report and estimate for the construction of the
intersection of East Green Street and Seneca,Way with East State Street for lump
sums of $4,000 for surveys, not including property surveys, and $5,000 for the design
report and estimate, and if the same firm is retained for the final design and
construction their fee shall be based on the manual 45 of the American Society of
Civil Engineers.
Carried
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July 11, 1973
Ronald E. Wesche, contractor, has presented his fir&L bill for payment of
construction services in connection with.the replacement of sidewalks, in the amount
of $5,886.27. The total contract price for this woxk.is $14,000.
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the bill,of Ronald E. Wescho for construction services in connection
with the replacement of sidewalks be approved in the amount of $5,886.27.
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE: No report.
1. _PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PARK$ COMMITTEE: As directed by the Board,
Mr.'Dingman presented the following response to the letter from Alderman Wallace
inquiring about the progress of.the repair$ to the golf course. To date, 2,190
cu. yds. of top soil have been placed on the fairways at a cost of $17,520; 153.5 cu.
yds. of sand soil mixture have been placed in the greens at a cost of $3,760.75;
21,788 sq. yds. of raking, rolling, and se¢ding have been performed on the fairways
at a cost of $5,664.88; and 1,134 sq. yds,'of green preparation have been performed
at a cost of $430.92. In addition, $603 of extra work has been performed. McGuire
has been paid for 90% of the work to date, or a total of $20,983.11. Completed
and not billed for is $4,530 worth of work, and it is anticipated that approximately
$150 in chargeable work remains to be done, Mr. McGuire is present today and will
explain to you the progress of the work to date, and his estimate of the time needed
to complete. No action by the Board is necessary.
Mr. Tom McGuire of McGuire Gardens appeared before the Board and made the following
comments:
The work on the Golf Course is just about completed. We have to wait and let
nature take its course on growing the grass, this could take as long as eight to
twelve months. About ninety five percent Of the work has been done, but some of it
will have to be done over at a later date. The Conditions are not right, they
have never been right. Mr. McGuire said we started tdo late last fall, and the
weather has been against them. Four greens were unplayable, but one green will be
open in two to four weeks. Mr. McGuire said he worked closely with the Dept. of
Public Works staff. He said the Golf Course would not be fully playable until next
year.
Alderman Wallace commented that be wrote the letter mainly to get'some answers. Mr.
Wallace said he was not attacking anyone, that he was just trying to get some an-
swers to many questions asked him by the golfers.
2. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing Resolved, That the request of Attogney
Weinstein that a parcel of City land on thek former City landfill site be made
available for sale, be denied for the present time. Carried
3. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Parkes Resolved, that a piece of land on the
easterly side of Floral Avenue southerly of land recently conveyed to the Carpenters
be declared surplus and available for aale',to the extent that such sale will not -
interfere with the use of the land for drainage purposes.
Carried
4. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Clynes Resolved, that the Board approve the,sub-
stitution of painted pops of the same configuration in place of the aluminum poles
originally proposed for installation at Casts Park.
Carried
5. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing �esolved, That the Superintendent be.
authorized to proceed with the construction; of the South Hill playground.
Carried
6. Bids were received on Monday, July 9 for improvements to Conway Park, as follows:
126 _Conway Park Improvements ($5,000)
Specifications of June 21, 1973
1. John D. McLean & Sons
294 Hayts Road
Ithaca, New York 14850 $17,482.50
2. V. Giordano Constr. Co.
602 Hancock St.
Ithaca, New York 14850 $16,534.50
BOARD Of PUBLIC tivORkS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEMBU
JULY 1b, 1973
8459
Town of Ithaca
F2378
117.55
8460
it It
F2378
98.48
8461
it n it
F2378
52.49
8462
of a it
F2378
58.21
84b3
,► ►� It
12378
190,00
8464
►, ,► If
F2378
114.26
8465
►► it
G2374
162.68
8466
Village of Cayuga Heights
F2378
59.04
8467
Town of Dryden
G2374
499.71
8468
Ithaca College
F2144
126.43
8469
Mike LoPinto
G2120
10.00
8479
I C Alexander
G2120
10.00
8471
David Saperstone
G2120
10.00
8472
Mr. Atsedes
G2120
10.00
8473
W. & T. Norton
G2120
10.00
8474
The Lently Corp.
G2120
10.00
8475
Cornell University
G2120
15,867.52
8476
U. S. Regional Plant Nutrition Lab
G2374
40825.06
8477
Town of Ithaca
F2378
79.02
8478
Town of Newfield
F2378
9.28
8479
Town of Lansing
F2378
499.16
8480
Cornell University
F2144
110.65
8481
Gabriel Meckenburg
F2144
66.22
8482
Donald Gregg
F2142
13.74
it 11
F2144
37.05
8483
Millis Hilker
F2144
35.16
8484
James Carey
F2144
17.77
8485
Ignacio Serrano
F2144
15.00
8486
Julia M Norton Estate
F21"
15.00
8487
Roderick Shields
G2122
15.85
8488
Helen P. Jackson
G2122.
14.49
8489
Darid R. LaPoint
E2378
76.52
8490
City of Ithaca
G2122
480.08
8491
Burris Plumbing & Heating
k2650
43.67
8492
Donohue Halverson
G2650
35.56
8493
Hilker Construction Co.
F2650
10.08
8494
August Hailstork Jr.
E2650
2.67
8495
White Nursuries
F2142
14.00
8496
Tom Stewart
F2142
48.00
TOTAL
27,870.10
TNater 2232.06
Sewer 25638.04
APPROVED by FINANCE COMMITTEE
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3. Mancini. &. Sons
608 ElmLra Rd.
Ithaca, New York 14850 $13,772.90
By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing Resolved, That the Board request
Common Council to make availainlQ an &4ditional $10,000 for this work.
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMENDED That the contractors be notified of the results of the
bids and that they be asked to extend their bids for six weeks until the results
of the Council meetitlg are known.
Carried
7. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing Resolved, that change order No. GC19
of Streeter Associates providing a credit in the landscape and boulder allowance
pf $605 be approved.
Carried
8. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing Resolved, That change order No. GC20
providing for a credit for a 12" metal pipe under a service road in the amount
of $148 be approved.
Carried
9. By Comm. Golder seconded by Comm. Downing Resolved, That application for payment
No. 15 from Streeter Associates foi services in connection with the general
contract for the construction of the swimming pool and skating rink at Cass
Park be approved in the amount .of $20,699, providing $55,000 withheld for guaran-
tee of the work that still remaiiis after this payment.
Carried
FINANCE,ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE
1. Audit - By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Clynes Resolved, That the Bills
audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on audit abstract
#13-1973 be approved for payment and the bills be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
2. By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Clynes Resolved, that Common Council be
requested to approve the following transfer in the accounts of the Sewer Division:
From the Sewer Contingency Fund, to the Cherry Street Pumping Station.
G8120-6, Equipment, Parts and Supplies, Line 312 - $450.
Carried
3. By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Parks Resolved, that Common Council be
requested to make the following transfer in funds of the Parks and Forestry
Division:
From: Buildings -Community Setvice, A1620-C, Bldg. Maint. Supp., 302
To: Buildings -Community Service, A1620-C, Prop. Maitit., 419 - $120.
Cattied
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
No Report
CASS PARK GRASS: Alderman Boothroyd asked if the Board of Public Works has any
policy regarding watering the grass around the pool at Cass Park.,
Alderman Meyer asked if it was possible to install a system to pump water from
the lake to water the shubbery at Cass Park, using raw water.
Ass't Supt. of Pubiic Works commented that it would cost more to install a system
than to use processed water.
Alderman Meyer requested that the Board investigate the possibility of installing
a light at the top of Cascadilla Park walk, immediately below Stewart Avenue Bridge
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Highways, Street Lighting and Refuse
Committee. Carried
On a motion meeting was adjou ed at 5:57 p.m.
f'Jos ph A. Rundle, City Clerk Edward J Con ey, May
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Regular Meeting
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (5)
.__t,nARD OF PUiU C WORKS -PROCEEZMGS
CITY OF 1TKACA, NEW YOAK
4:00 P.M.
Clynes, Ewanciki, Golder, Downing, Parkes
ABSENT:
Comm_ss i oner (1) Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aide rman (5) Booth royd ,
Supt. of Public Works -
City Attorney - Gersh
City Controller - Daley
City Clerk - Rundle
Meyer, Nichols, Spano, Wallace
Dingman
July 31, 1973
MINUTES: Attorney Gersh requested the Minutes of July 11, 1973, Page 5, Item No-
9 be corrected by deleting the following: Providing $55,000 withheld for guaran-
tee of the work that still remains after this payment." The reason is that Streeter
Assoc. has deposited $55,000 negotiable bonds with the City Chamberlain.
BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. PARKES RESOLVED, That the minutes of July il, 1973
be accepted with this correction.
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS:
PARK ROAD
T e City Clerk read the following from the Planning Board:
MESSAGE:
City of Ithaca
Planning Department
May 17, 1973
At a regular meeting of the Board of Public Works on March 28, 1973, the
following resolution was passed:
RESOLVED, Thbt the request of Attorney
for a recommendation.
Clynes be referred to the Planning Board
Robert G. Grey, Deputy City Clerk
Carried
REPLY:
July 31, 1973.
The Community'Facilities & Services Committee Recommends that the Planning
Board take no action on the referral from the Board of Public Works, concerning
the request of E rland Mancini et al, regarding designation of the road known as
Park Rd./temporary Rt. 89' as a city street. The Committee notes that there may
be involved legal questions in this matter with respect to the road's present and
future use, the Rt. 96 corridor, etc., which seem to call for review of the ques-
tion under the auspices of the City Attorney.
Thys Van Cort, Planning Board
After discussion by the Board, the following Resolution was presented:
BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. PARKES
back to the Planning Board for a definite
information available to the City Attorney
Public Works, the Planning Board, and the
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred
recommendation, and any kind of definitive
should be transmitted to the Board of
Inlet Park Committee.
Carried
J. A. FUSCO CO. INC.
The, City Clerk read a letter from the. . A. Fus,co;�t-, Inc. of East Syracuse, N.Y.
protesting the Board's decision to a�-d the J.C-. Sorg Corp. the bid for an
Ai"r Compressor. The bid was not :ved by the City Clerk, but was inadvertently
sent to the Construction and Main►*gi;ce Dept.
BY COMM. 00WNING SECQ04 D BY COMIC ,f
WAN ICKI RESOLVED,,, That the award to J. C. Georg
Corp. for one' Air Confessor be do6firmed subject to: the approval 'of the Ci ty Attor-
ney .
CIr'ried
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July 31, 1973
PERSONS APPEARING GEF_.. JOARD:
Danny Weber, President, and John Capozzi, Vice President of the Newman Mens Twilight
Golf League appeared before the Board. Mr. Weber commented that his group was
concerned about the Present condition of the Golf Course, and asked what the City
was going to do about the Course. Mr. Weber suggested that the City hire a Golf
Course Consultant to advise the City.
Mayor Conley and several Commissioners assured Mr. Weber, and Mr. Capozzi, that
everyone was sensitive to this problem, and every effort will be made to have the
Course open, and playable next year.
Mr. Weber said the second item he was appearing before the Board was to ask their
consideration for the 1974 Golf Season to have a reduction in the green fees after
5:00 P.M. Mr. 4leber said the Golfers feel that they should not have to pay full
green fees after 5:00 P.M. when they can only play nine holes.
Oy Comm. Downing seconded By Comm. Clynes RESOLVED, That the matter of reducing
the green fees after 5:00 P.M. be referred to the Parks Committee.
Carried
COMMtMI.CATI'ONS FROM THE MAYOR
Mayer Conley commented t at arrangements were made with Stewart & Bennett's
employees to provide parking in Lot 203. (Old Ithaca Savings & Loan Block). Mr.
Hillick was renting this parking lot from the City for $125.00 per month. Mr.
Hiilick feels that with Stewart C Bennett employees occupying half the parking lot
that his rental should be reduced to $62.50 monthly while this arrangement is in
effect.
BY C01414. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. GOLDER RESOLVED, That the rental fee of parking
lot 203 (Old Ithaca Savings & Loan Block) be reduced from $125.00 to $62.50 per
month during the period that Stewart & Bennett employees occupy the Parking lot.
Carried
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT
Reimbursement of Educational Expenses to Employees
Mr. Dingman commented that he has one employee that has had a request for reim-
bursement of expenses for over three months. He wondered If it was possible to
get the Educational Committee together to act on this request. City Controller
Daley commented that he would attempt to get the Committee together and take action
on this request.
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE
1. Les Strong, Inc. of Whitney Point has presented a third estimate for payment
for construction services in connection with the reconstruction of the
South Aurora Street Bridge over Six, Mil Creek, in the amount of $31,30$.97.
This brings the total paid to date to $ 09,661.62, out of a total adjusted
contract price of $121,846.25. Two additions were made in the course of
the construction: $400 addttional was allowed for removing and replacing
one pedestal in the north abutment; $40 was allowed for the substit4tion
pf steel grates for the original cast-iron gr4tos in the four catchbasins on
tia bridge.
BY CONM. GOLDER SECONDED BY COMM. DOWNING
3 from Les Strong, Inc., for construction
of the South Aurora Street Bridge over Six
of $31,308.57.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE
RESOLVED, That payment of requusition No.
services in connection with the repair
Mile Creek be approved in the amount
Carried
1. Upstate Auto Whole§ale has protested penalties on water and sewer bills dated
July 11 and July 12, They claim that the bills were not received by them.
City Chamberlain Wright has made a check and has determined that the bills
were sent out on time, and the city is not at fault.
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BY COMM. EWAN I:;r l SECC:° LJ
Auto Wholesale for relief
11 and July 12, be denied.
BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That th_. .aquest of L,,-tate
from the penalties on water ,nd sewer bills dateu July
Carried
2. Ithaca College- A request has been received to wave any excess payment on their
water and sewer charges dated 4/1/73 to 7/1/73, due to the fact that the
invoices became misdirected.
BY COMM. EWANICKI SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That this matter be referred
to the Water and Sanitary Sewer Committee.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE
1. Treeland, Inc. has presented requisition No. 9 for construction services in
connection with the site development at Cass Park, in the amount of S34,879.50.
This payment wiil`bring the total paid to date to $296,666.10 out of a total
adjusted contract price of $324,634.06.
BY COMM. GOLDER SECONDED BY COMM. DOWNING RESOLVED, That requisition No. 9 from
Treeland, Inc. for construction services in connection with the site development
pf the south portion of Cass Park, be approved in the amount of $34,679.50•
Carried
2. T.G. Miller has presented his bill for consulting services in connection
with the site work at Cass Park through July 18, 1973, in the amount of $2,223.
BY COMM. GOLDER SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That the bill of T.G. Miller
for consulting services in connection with the construction of the site work at
Cass Park, be approved in the amount of $2,223.
Carried
3. Madison Electric Company has presented requisition No-7 for final payment for
services in connection with the electrical work in the construction of the
Cass Park pool and rink, in the amount of $9,761.41.
BY COMM. GOLDER SECONDED BY COMM. EWANICKI RESOLVED, That the work of Madison
Electric Company in connection with their contract for the construction of the
swimming pool and skating rink be declared satisfactorily completed as of July
23, 1973, except for those items covered by guarantee.
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMENDED That requisition No. 7 (final) of Madison Electric
Company for electric services in connection with the construction of the swimming
pool and skating rink at Cass Park, be approved in the amount of $9,761.41.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
1. There is on file in the Sup't. office a NYS Department of Transportation
document entitled, "Project Location Report —Conclusions and Recommendations
for the Improvement of Routes 13, and 96 from Newfield to Ithaca to
Trumansburg". The Commissioners may borrow this document for review.
BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. GOLDER RESOLVED, That this matter be referred
to the Planning Commission for report and recommendation.
Carried
2. Ass't. Sup't. Dougherty has submitted his business operations report for the
period ending June 30, 1973. It shows an increase in ridership over the same
period in 1972 of approximately 12,000 riders. It shows an increase in net
loss after capital investment for the same period of approximately $12,000.
BY PARKES SECONDED BY COMM. DOWNING That the bus report be received and placed
on file.
Carried
HIGHWAYS. STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE
1. BY COMM. CLYNES SECONDED BY COMM. EWANICKI RESOLVED, That the NYS Electric S
Gas Co. be authorized to install three 2,000 lumen street lights on ornamental
steel poles on the west side of the 200 block of South Cayuga Stree, at the
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contract rates.
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE
Carried
1. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. EWANICKI RESOLVED, That the Common Council
be requested to mare the following transfers in the accounts of the department:
a. Construction 6 Maintenance: From Contingency Account A1990 to Maint. of
Roads - Util. Patch. A5110B, Const. Supp., 314 - 55,000
b. Parks Forestry: From Comm. Service Bldg., A1620C, Gas & Elec., 402 to
Comm. Se rv. ''ldg., A162OC, Bldg. Maint., 419 - $100; and from Contingencies
A-1990 to Cass Park/pool & rink, A-7160B, Treatment Supp „ 315 - $2000.
Carried
2. The chairman of the Capital Improvements Committee has requested the suhmission
of projects to be considered in the 1974 capital budget and for the following
five year capital program. The Board may wish to determine which capital pro-
jects it wishes to have the department prepare and submit.
3. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That the Sup't. be'author-
ized to attend the Public Works Congress and Equipment Show of the A.P.W.A.
in Denver, September 14 through 20.
Carried
4. AUDIT - BY COMM: DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. EWANICKI RESOLVED, That the bills
audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on Audit Abstract
#14-1973 be approved for payment and the bills be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
5. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. GOLDER RESOLVED , That the following pro-
motions in the Water & Sewer Division be approved:
a. Jeffrey Soule, a Laborer III at $2.69 per hour, effective July 22, 1973.
b. William R. Baker, a Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee at $6,235 per
year, effective July 22, 1973.
Carried
6. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. EWANICKI RESOLVED That the following appoint-
ments in the Construction & Maintenance Division be approved:
a. Thomas E. Goodwin, a Laborer 11 at $2.60 per hour, effective July 22, 1973•
Carried
7. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That Charles Blake of the
Water and Sewer Division be granted a leave of absence for convalescent for''the
period July 30, 1973 thru October 30, 1973.
Carried
ENCROACHMENT LICENSE - Attorney Gersh reported that he anticipated a request for
an Encroachment license or lease from the Caldwell -Rothschild project.
On a motion meeting was adjourned at 5:23 P.M.
Jp,seph A. Rundle , C i ty C —e rk
Edward J. Co6 y, Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RLCEIVABLE
JULY 25, 1973
8497
Albanese Plumbing
G2122
41.00
8498
D. H. Brewer
G2122
14.00
8499
Burris Plumbing
G2122
112.00
8500
1�ortheast Plumbing
G2122
46.00
8501
William Poole
G2122
7..00
8502
h. Schwardt
F2655
14,01
8503
City of Ithaca
F2655
703.00
8504
Town of Lansing
F2378
82,82
8505
Finger Lakes Construction
F21"
450.54
8506
A. J. Eckert
k2144
5101,00
TOTAL 1,980.37
APPHOVLD BY 11NANCE COMMITTEE
;D
Stewart is Gennett
A1710
73.00
7L+0
Urban Renewal Agency
A23U0
2v.61
741 -
744 Tompkins County Trust Company
A2102
3'-yu
745
P & C Family Foods Store Inc.
A1720
;)00.00
74u
Wheatons Sheet Metal Shop
A1720
100.OU
747
Nationwide Insurance Co.
A2655
2.00
74�
Town of Ithaca
A23 0
6,343.00
749
P.W. 'good v Son, Inc.
A26y0
752.02
750
Norman F. Tid,-- dr.
�41'71n
120.76
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
Regular Meeting :.. 4:00 P.M. August C, 1973
PRESENT
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners,(4) Clynes,,• Downing, �lq?n,.cki,;,Aglder f '
ABSENT
Comm Issione.rs (2) Parkes ,,.Putney
OTHERS PRESENT
Alderman (�)—toothroyd., ,S,pano City Engineer - Schl ieder
Sup't. bf"Public Works - Dingman City Controller - Daley
Ass't. Sup't. of Public Works - Hannan City Clerk - Rundle
Ass,'t. to Sup't. of Pub.,Works - Dougherty
MINUTES. ,.
BY COMM. GOLDER SECONDED Blf 'Comm.;;yCLYNES .IRESO�.VED, ;That., ,the mi-nutes, of the meeting
of July 31, 073 be approved:o,�iecord,6dby the, -,City .Clerk,,.
Q0 Carried
ASS"T. SUP"T. P0L.1C ,1+!ORKS REPORT f
s» Mr. Hannan commented, "Th,i� is to call your attention to a 'legal notice' posted
by the Town of Ithaca indicating the Town's intention to extend water mains and
service scme,feet;South Easterly alongiCoddington Road,.,. $uch water"service will
be in direct corlfIict`,.*i:th the requirement that sewer service must accompany.,
water. There is no�ln-dfai3t�ohs that sewer service is contemplated - indeed is
not likety since the'gradeS,,&rd"adverse and a pumping station or an extensive
trunk sewer system is indicated. The effluent from this contemplated new service
area flows directly intiAh,0- 30 foot reservoir.
,I?Y COMM. DOOMING SECONDED` AY tOMM. CLYNES, .RESOLVED., •That - the.Aayor be requested to ,
`communicate directly with the Supervisor and tell him of our concern in the matter,
and ask what thei r.plan.s are .concerntng.z this matter.
" Carried
CITY ENGINEER"S REPORT
Giles Street Bridqe
City Engineer, Schlieder repgrted,.that the-G.i.les,Street Bridge is now under repair.
The cost will run higher than originally estimated, because more concrete will have
to be' replaced. , t , , , 11. 1.
Cayuga Street Repai r_ . ,
City Engineer„ Schl ieder .reported: work,,is.progressjng, but the replacing -of the.
Storm Sewe-r held; theni.Mgk,, r
WATER AND S AM I TARY SEWER OEiM I TTE E
1 . BY COMM. EWANICKI, SECONDED BY COMM. ,OLDER RESOLVED, That. t-he, penalty,5c'ha.rge.
on water bill number gli,-011520: for. late payment :by Ithaca Col,lege. be expunged
in the amount of $2,0 1:31.
Carried
2. BY COMM. EWANICKI SECONDED BY COMM. GOLDER RESOLVED, That water and sewer
division bill number 8508 to the U.S. Regional Plant Nutrition Lab be expunged
in the amount of $4,825.76.
Carried
3. BY COMM. EWANICKI SECONDED BY COMM. DOWNING RESOLVED, That water and sewer
division bill number 846C to Ithacan College for maintenance on a pump station
be expunged in the amount of $125.43.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING'AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
No Report.
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PUBLiC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS; AND PARKS COMMITTEE
1. BY COMM. GOLDER SECONDED BY CMM. DOk1NING RESOLVED, That the four tennis courts
at Cass Park constructed under the site improvements contract of Warren Brothers
be accepted. This acceptance shall include all fencing, tennis equipment, and
construction within the perime-,:;;• of the paved area of the courts.
Carried
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2, BY COMM. GOLDER SECONDED BY COMM. EWANCIKI RESOLVED, That a parcel of city
land lying northerly of and adjacent to property of Alice Whiting of 312 Spencer
Street and tapering to a point at the intersection of the easterly line of Elmira
Road with the northerly line o f said :lhiting property and containing a driveway
which exclusively serves said Whiting property be declared surplus city land serving
no public purpose.
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMENDED That the Common Council be requested to make said city
land available for private purchase.
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMENDED That the Planning Department review the foregoing recommend-
ation so that the Planning Board may also recommc d to the Common Council on the
disposal of this land.
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMENDED That the Planning Board and the Common Council investigate
the feasibility of trading a small parcel of city land containing a driveway lying
at the westerly side of the Whiting property at 312 Spencer Street, for a small
parcel of Whiting land which lies in the bed of Elmira Road;; all as shown on a map
of Scanlon lots on Spencer Street by Carl Crandall dated April 14, 1951.
Carried
3. RY COMM. GOLDER SECONDED BY COMM. DO141IiJG RESOLVED, That all bids received for
the construction at Conway Park in accordance with the specifications of June 21
be rejected and that the City Clerk notify the bidders of such rejection.
Carried
4. Under their contract for the repair of Newman Municipal Golf Course McGuire
Gardens, Thursday, July 12, had placed 2190 cubic yards of top soil item one,
153.5 cubic yards of sand soil mixture in greens, 21,788 square yards of fairway
seeding, and 1,134 square yords of green seeding. In addition to this, they had
performed $603 worth of extra work. Of ,�cve ; v.: - i tt�nls of wOr',., the
extra work has been completed in accordance with specifications and to the sati"sfac-✓
tion of the department. The original contract called for final acceptance of the
work by April 15, 1973 or at such time thereafter as the contractor had satisfac-
torily repaired any portions of the work found to be unsatisfactory, The contract
further provides that in the event that the contractor fails to [nmediately repair
the work, the city should use such portion of the retailed money as was necessary to
complete the Work in accordance with the specifications. To date, McGuire Gardens
has been paid $20,90— 11 against bills of $27,979-,.00.
BY,COMM.,:GOLDER SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That the city's agreement with
McGuire Gardens for the repair of Newman Municipal Golf Course be declared termin-
ated.
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMEDED That the department be directed to expend such monies as
remain in the account to complete the work of restoring the golf course as nearly
as possible to the condition existing prior to the flood of 1972.
Mr. Tom McGuire appeared before the Board. Mr. McGuire said his plans were to go
back in and dig up the areas that have not taken. He said he feels very confident
that he can do this work. Mr. McGuire said he plans to start the middle of August.
Mr. McGuire said the re -seeding is his responsibility, and will be done at his
expense. He said unless additional top soil was required, he could finish the pro-
ject holding to his billing of $27,979.80. Grass would be restored to the golf
course by mid October.
BOARD LN PUBLIC WORKS .PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVALLE
AUGUST 8, 1973
8507
Cornell University
G2120
$19,867.52
8508
U.S. Regional Plant Nutrition Lab
G2374
3,101.45
•8509
Mr. Frank Leonardo
G2120
10.00
8510
Dr. K. K. Jackson
G2120
10.00
8511
Mr. Steven Devener
G2122
14.25
8512
John Boronkay
G2122
19.30
8513
Jim S. Schneider
F2144
15.00
8514,
Robert Kalter
F2144
15.56
8515
J. Howell
F2378
6.28
8516
VOID
8517
VOID
8518
Nates Floral Estates
F27."
557.00
8519
Nates Floral Estates
G2122
672,50
8520
Cornell University
F2144
380.92
8521
City of Ithaca
F2144
307.50
8521
City of Ithaca
G2122
205,00
8522
Paul Tevelli
P2144
320.25
8522
Paul Tevelli
G2122
213,50
8523
Town of Ithaca
F2378
631.55
8524
-Ithaca College
F234A
165,47
8525
Cornell University
G2122
46,00
TOTAL 2 ,559.05
APPhOVED BY I'INANCE CO144iITTEE
751 U.S.F. & G. Co. A2655 2.00
752 Great American Insurance Co. A2655 2,00
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A discussion took place on the floor, with Mr. McGuire answering questions from the
Commissioners and Alderman.
A vote on the motion resulted as follows:
AYES - 0
PAYS - 4
Motion Defeated
After discussion by the Board, the following Resolution was presented:
P-Y COMM. GOLDER SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That the Sup't. of Public Works
be authorized to continue the contract with McGuire Gardens for the balance of the
year.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
1. Audit - By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Golder Resolved, That the Bills audit-
ed and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on Audit Abstract #15-1973,
be approved for payment and the bills be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
2. Ry.Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Golder Resolved, That David H. Quick be pro=
moted to the position of maintenance man in the Parks Division at $2.93 per hour.
Carried
3. By Comm. Downing seconded by Comm. Golder Resolved, That the following appoint-
ments to the position of Le..borer It in the Parks Division be approved:
a. David W. Carman at $2.50 per hour, effective August 12, 1973.
B. Marvin P. Roorda at $ 2.60 per hour, effective August 8, 1973.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
1. Assistant Superintendent Dougherty will present copies of the report on the
operations of the Community Transit System for the quarter April - June, 1973 and
for the six months Janaary - June, 1973. Mr. Dougherty attended a meeting at which
a report and recommendation was made by representatives of the Department of
Transportation with respect to the operation of the Community Transit System,
Mr. Dougherty commented as follows:
Community Transit System Quarterly Report
Mr. Dougherty said to sum it up very briefly, we are carriing more passengers, but
it is costing us more to operate the system. The adding of an additional bus
route is alsa a factor.
Dept. of Transportation Report
Mr. Dougherty commented that he attended a meeting with representatives from the
State Dept. of Transportation. The Ithaca area Transportation Study Transit sub-
committee, asked the State Dept. of Transportation to make a quick look at the City's
Transit System, To see if they could suggest ways of improving the system.'� Copies
of that report are now available and Mr. Dougherty said.he would like the Board
to accept the report and place it on file. The report suggests several things, paint-
ing the buses different colors, leasing some of the spare buses, the use of part
time drivers, and raise the present fare to thirty .cents. Mr. Dougherty said
although he does not agree with everything in the report, he said basically it is
a good report. Mr. Dougherty said the City of Ithaca should appreciate the fact
that the State Dept. of Transportation has prepared this report, and it deserves alot
of study...
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'73
BY COMM. DOUNIHIG SECOi,'DED BY COMM. GOLDER RESOLVED, Thrt `-is study be referred to
the parking, Traffic and Transit Committee for evaluation of the recommendation.
Carried
BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED GY COMM. GOLDER, RESOLVED, That additional copies of this
report be made for the press, Board of Public Works Members, the Common Council,
the Planning Board and other Depts. of -City government that may require a copy.
Carried
2. Paragraph C. of Section 15-123 of the City Code provides that a private owner
may request the erection of no parking signs to protect his private driveway
under certain conditions. The section presently calls for a fee of $12.50 per
sign for the first five years and a renewal fee of $7.50 per sign for each
additional five years. These fees, as they now stand, do not reflect actual
costs for the work.
1?Y COMM. DOWNING SECONDED 6Y COMM. EWAWICKI RESOLVED,That the Common Council be
requested to ammend its Code of Ordinances Section 15-123, Paragraph C governing
the use of private driveways as follows: Change Subparagraph 3 to provide for an
prginal fee of $50.00 per driveway. Change Sub -paragraph 4 to provide that the sign.
will6nly be erected in locations where the traffic engineer shall have determined
that such signs will improve access to the driveway primaril- for the benefit of
the applicant. Change Sub -paragraph 6b to provide for a renewal fee of $25.00 per
driveway.
Carried
3. VY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED DY COMM. GOLDER RESOLVED, That a petition by residents
in the area of Cascadilla Street and Route 13 requesting a traffic signal at
that intersection, be forwarded to the Regional office of the State Department
of Transportation with a recommendation from the Poard of Public Works request-
ing its Implementation.
Carried
4. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. EblANICKI RESOLVED, That the Mayor be requested
to enter into negotiations with the cv.ners of properties abutting North Albany
Street between blest State Street and West Seneca Street for the purpose of"
having the property made available for public parking at least until sI ash -Ae
as the Seneca Parking Garage is put into operation.
Carried
On a Motion Meeting was adjourned at 5:17 p.m.
ph Rundle, City CierTc
t
Edward J. C nie ,"Mayo
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. August 22, 1973
PRESENT
Commissioners (5) Clynes, Downing, Ewanicki, Golder, Parkes
ASSENT
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (1) Putney
OTHERS PRESENT
Alderman (2) Boothroyd, Meyer City Engineer - Schlieder
Sup't of Puhl.ic Works - Dingman Ass't. Director of Planning - Meigs
Ass't Sup't. of Public ilorks - Hannan City Clerk - Rundle
Ass't.to Sup't. of P.W. - Dougherty
In the absence of Mayor Conley, Comm. Golder presided.
MINUTES
BY COt-M. EWANICKI SECO14DED 13Y COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That the minutes of the
meeting of August 8, 1973 be approved as recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS
City Clerk Rundle read a letter directed to Mayor Conley from Walter J. Schwan
Town of Ithaca Supervisor as follows:
August 15, 1973
Dear Ed:
The Ithaca Town Board at its regular meeting on August 13, 1973, approved the
request of eight (8) homeowners on the Coddington Road for an extension of
water service to their property. The evidence presented at the Public Hearing
was that several have wells that flow as little as 30 gallons per day and others
have water with a very high sulphur content.
The extension totals approximately 1,700 feet of 8" nair_ and three hydrants.
The proposed extens_*oq, passes in front of James Carey's house who was recently
given permission by t7ie City to hook to the Town water main on Troy Roast be-
cause his well had failed.
The Town of Ithaca requests BF-T approval for this water extension subject to the
Asst. Superinten4.ent's approval of the plans and specifications. Our Intent is
to make the proposed extension as soon as possible this year.
The Town Board requested an engineering study from Lozier Engineers in May 1973,
on the feasibility of extending sewer service to Forest Home, nine homes on
Slaterville Road, the rame nine homes involved in the proposed water extension,
Glenside, and Elm Street Extension to Valley View. The report is due September
1, 1973, and will be brought to Public Hearing in September or October. The
intent of the Town Board is to serve the areas involved next year.
Sincerely yours,
Walter J. Schwan
Town Supervisor
After discussion by the Board, the following resolution was presented:
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'3Y C0I44. DOWNING, _SECONDED BY COMM.-CLYNES, RESOLVED, That the letter be referr-
ed to the . -Water and Sanitary Sewer Committee.
Carried
REPORT OF SUP'T. OF PUBLIC WORKS.
Superintendent Dingman read a letter directed to the Board of Public Works
from Attorney James J. Clynes, Jr. as follows:
August 21, 1973
Re: Mancini Request re Ecdication of Road
Gentleman:
I am attorney for Robert and Earland Mancini. b /a Mancini T3aey Mm
certain real estate located on Old Brindley 5 :; . et. On their L-e 1.;70_f under date
of February 23, I communicated a letter to you and respectfully requested that
the Board designate Temporary Route 89 as a City street so that house numbers
could be assigned and buil�Ung permits issued for that area.
Now, some six months later, all we have experienced as taxpayers inthe City
of Ithaca is a referral of our request frcm one Committee to annther and back
and forth between the Planning Board arc% U'Ie Board of Public Wc.s.
Our reciiest is siv,� .'.e: w:ould like Route 39 designated as a C"ty Street
so that we could hopefully develop the area that we 017a and s27 taxes on. I
think it is very un"air for any public official to be quoted -_ra the newsprint
withox,- »y being present to the fact that the taxpayer has already been paid
for his a::operty.
I thin';:: •-e are entitled to an answer. I think we are entitled to the designation.
To sioi,, our good faith, I will hereby state that regardless of the zoning in the
area any and all projects that are planned will be brought back to the Board
of Publ.c Works for your approval. In that way the City can regulate the devel-
opment of the area.
As I told you when I first appeared before you, please disregard the plan as
shown on the plans that I gave y^-n for the ,ole purpr.::� of descr :"ling the area.
In the meantime, you have ft o-rgotten this � -..cement c-c.ns.ider:a:1 that we were
planning to develop the area as shown on t%:;:;a plans. We are not.
May we please hear from you.
Very Truly yours,
James J. Clynes, Jr.
After discussion by the Board, it was pointed out that this matter has been
referred to the Planni_n- Dept. and Inlet Park Committee for their recommendations
to the Board of Public Works.
REPORT OF THE CITY ENGINEER
Giles Street Bride. City Engineer Schlieder reported that additional concrete
will have to be replace",, how much is unknown at this time.
Annual Report. City Engineer Schlieder reported that the annual report of the
Board of Public Works will be ready this weep:.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE
1. Bids were received on Monday, August 20 for sewage pumps for the Buffalo
Street Pumping Station at Meadow Street. The result of the bidding is shown
on the attached sheet.
BY COMM. EWANICKI SECONDED BY COMM. DO!,t3J-iTG RESOLVED, That the contract for supp-
lying two sewage pumps for the Buffalo Street Pumping Station in accordance
with the specifications of August 8, be awarded to J. Andrew Lange, Inc.
(the only bidder) for their low bid of $9,927, subject to srfFicient funds
being made available in Capital Account H890-79.
-3- August 22, 1973
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED That the Cormion Council be requested to provide $13,000
additional in Account H890-79 to provide for the -completion of the work at the
Buffalo Street Pumping Station.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
1. BY COMM. CLYNES SECONDED BY COMM. PARKES RESOLVED, That the NYS Electric
& Gas Corp. be directed to place one additional 11,000 lumen street light on
Cascadilla Walk between DeWitt Place and Stewart Avenue at an annual cost
of $55,00.
Carried
2. Bids were received on Monday, August 20 for salt for ice control. The results
of the bidding are shown on the attached sheet.
BY COMM. CLYNES SECONDED BY CO11M. EWANICK7 ".-SOLVED, That the c-itract for supp-
lying salt for ice control in accordance with the specifieatioxz�, of Augustl, 1973,
be awarded to Cargill Co. for their low bid of $10.40 per net ton, f.o.b. mine*,
and $12.90 per ton delivered at the City's Yard.
Carried
Alderman Meyer asked the Board if any information was available, or if the Baord
had any idea of the Ecological effect of the excessive use of salt by theCity.
Sup't.Din;man said he was not prepared to answer the question at this time.
3. Ronald Wesche has presented his bill for sidewalk construction though
August 21, 1973.
BY COMe1. CLYNES SECONDED BY COMM. DOG?3ING RESOLVED, That the bill of Ronald
Wesche for sidewalk construction through August 21, 1973 be approved in the
amount of $6,960.90.
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS, AND STORM DRIIIIAGE COMMITTEE
1. BY C011M. CLYNES SECONDED BY COMM. DOWNING RESOLVED, That the payment of
requisition I1'o.4 from Les Strong, Inc. which is his __7naT . iuisition for
construction services in connection with the repair of the S.:...._�i Aurora Street
Bridge, be approved in the amount of $12,184.63.
Carried
PUBLIC GROUNDS, PUBLIC BUILDINGS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE
1. BY COMM. EWANICKI SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That the Supt. be
authorized to take bids and /or take such action as is necessary to provide
for:
a. One additional exit door in the dasher boards on the east
side of the rink.
b. Additional wire on the top of the dasher boards around the
entire rink.
c. The enclosure of the presently open area of the warding room
to provide additional office and control space.
Carried
2. The Planning Department has presented a revised design for the development
of Conway Park, together with their estimate of $4,500. This plan includes
a 48 x 74 foot basketball court with goals, a softball backstop, two benches,
one tree, and repairs to the existing fence. It is expected that a represen-
tative of the Planning Office will be present to explain the proposed improve-
ments. The capital budget contains $5,000 for this work. A resolution
directing the Sup't. to proceed to bid may be in order.
Ass°t. Director of Planning, Jcuathan Meigs, appeared before the Board and pre-
sented a map of the revised design of Conway Park. Mr. Meigs commented that the
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August 22, 1973
Finance Committee returned the original design to Planning to be revised. The
plans are a result of input from residents in the Park area, and several Alderman.
After discussion by the Board the following Resolution was presented:
BY COMM. EWANICKI SECOI+TDED BY C0101. CLYNES RESOLVED, That Sup't. Dingman be
authorized to proceed to bid the revised Conway Park improvements plan.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
1. Audit - By Comm. Downing Seconded by Comm. Parks Resolved, That the bills
audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on Audit Abstract
#15-1973 be approved for payment and the bills be approved and ordered ren-
dered.
Carried
2. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY CO11M. EVAdICKI RESOLVED, That Common Council
be requested to make the following transfers within the accounts of the
department:
City Engineer Account A1440, Office Equip., Line 2.20, to Account A1440,
Equip. Parts, Line 312 - $110.
Parks Division! Beach & Pools Account A7180A. Contractual Services, Line 407;
to Beach and Pools Account A7180A, Salaries, Line 101 - $1,800.
Parks Division, Stewart Park Account A7110B, Other Equip. (Playground),
Line 250; to Stewart Park Account A7110B, Bldg. Maint. Supplies, Line 302
$100.
Construction and Maint. Division:
From: Streets Adm., Acct. A5-10, Printing, Line 411 $100
Maint. of Rds. & Hwys., Acct. 5110A, Hwy. & Street
Equip., Line 240 1,600
Bus Operations, Acct. A5630, Insurance, Tine 440 1,000
Refuse & Garbage, Acct. A8160, Const.& Maint., Linn' "14 1,500
To: Streets Adm, Acct. A5010, Office Supplies, Line 310 100
Maint. of Rds. & Hwys., Acct. A5110A, Bldg. Maint.
Supplies, Line 302 100
Maint. of Rds. & Hwys, Acct. A5110A, Gas & Oil,Line 309 1,506
Bus Operations, Acct-A5630, Equip. Parts & Supplies, Line 312 1,000
Refuse & Garbage, Acct. A 8160, Equip. Parts & Supplies,
Line 312 1,500
Carri W
3. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. PARKES RESOLVED, That the status of cap-
ital projects dated Au.sst 15 as presented by the Sup't. be received and
placed on file, as follows:
CITY OF ITRACA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
STATUS OF CAPITAL PROJECTS, AUGUST 15, 1973
No. Title Remarks
19 Southwest Park Entrance Road Landscaping between Elmira Road and the
main ditch will be completed in late
fall.
20 Construction & Maint. Garage Capital funds to be requested in 1974.
22 West Hill Pk. (MacDaniels Pk) Contract for grading most easterly one
acre now being negotiated.
24 Cass Park (Cayuga Inlet Pk.) All contracts in progress. Swimming
pool & skating rink accepted. No defin-
ite date for completion of site work.
Street lighting ordered.
0
bOARib 01 PUBLIC WORKS P1;,CCh---DINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEiYA ALE
AUGUST 22, 1973
8526
Albanese Plumbing
G2122
46.00
8527
D. H. brewer
G2122
8.00
8528
Burris Plumbing Co.
G2122
65.00
8529
Donohue-ralverson
G2122
28.00
8530
Roger �`�orusty
G2122
24.00
8531
hull Heating & Plumb.
U2122
31.00
8532
Ray Lattin - Cornell University
G2122
16.00
8533
City of Ithaca
F2655
632.65
8534
Hugh Hurlbut
12144
96.30
8535
iv:alcolm G. hunter
F2144
127.87
8535
r-�a.leolm G. Hunter
G2122
62.58
8536
block 99 Inc
F2144
413.49
8536
It it it
G2122
200.51
8537
T. h. Parker
12144
161.60
8537
It it It
G2122
20.00
8538
T. 11. Parker
F2144
176.90
8538
It it It
G2122
20.00
8539
Town of Lansing
F2378
15.81
8540
John Myers
F2142
21.30
8544
It It
F2144
36.08
8541
Catherine Aatsikis
G2122
12.49
8542
Cayuga Apts. inc.
G2122
19.30
8543
Brunswick Ithaca bowl, ync.
U2122
23.32
8544
Village of �ayuga hts.
12378
44.40
8545
White Nursuries
121"
4.00
8546
1'lancini Sons
F2650
5.58
8547
City of Ithaca
F2650
129.00
TOTAL 2,"1.18
AP:'ROVLD BY i INANCE COAiiaTTEE
753
Hichard berggren
A1710
55.58
754
L. R. Realty Co,
A1710
55.78
756
Stanley J. Klein
A2655
2.00
757
New York State Electric & Gas
A2560
16.00
758
It of n It it
1,2560
353.00
TOTAL 519.78
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Status of Capital Projects Cont.
No. Title
27 Pressure Concrete
28 Creek & Retaining Wall Renewal
29 Storm Drains
30 Traffic Sign. Install. & Improv.
33 Traffic Loop at Tuning Fork.
36 Street Resurfacing.
G47 Sunrise Road Improvements
49 Clinton Street Widening.
cc F51 Other Water Lines
Cq�'•
6.J J
F/G52 West Hill Water & Sewer
r.
F57 Hector Street Water Tank
F59 Alternate Raw Water Supply
F60 Water Improv. at Water St.
F61 Pump at Water Treatment Plant.
F62 Water Mains Plain, Center, Albany
F65 E. Green St. Water Line
F66 S. Cayuga St. Water Line
G71 Sludge Dryer Improvements
G74 Tioga St. Sewer Line
G77
Other Sewer Line
G78
E. State Street Sewer
G79
Buffalo & Meadow St. Sewer Pump.
Station
G81
Pump Replac.-Sewage Treat. Pl.
G83
Elm St. Sewer Improvement
G84
Mitchell -Elmwood Sewer Relief
G85
Climax Gas Engine
G86
Franklin St. Sewer Relief
103
Street Improv.-Flood Control
107
Elm. St. Housing Development
F108
Southwest Park Development
109
DeWitt Park Improvements
ill
Chestnut Street Extension
113
Pier Road Parking
Remarks
No projects in 1973.
Planning incomplete.
Plans incomplete. Awaiting decision
by Caldwell architects.
Parts on order.
Surveys and planning in progress.
In progress.
Project not yet developed.
In progress.
Cascadilla St. water line completed.
Project not developed.
Project not dev eloped.
Not presently active.
Completed.
Project 80% complete.
Project in development stage.
Scheduling dependent on Caldwell-Roths.
Completed.
Project not develq
Awaiting development of State St. Mall
plans.
A continuing project.
Presently in progress.
In progress.
Rebuilding in progress.
Not yet scheduled.
90% complete.
Parts on order.
Project not yet developed.
Not yet scheduled.
90% complete
Dormant.
In progress.
90% complete.
Scheduled for September.
Status of Capt. Proj_..Con't.
No. Title
114 Elmira Road Drainage
115 S. Aurora St. Bridge Repair
116 Giles St. Bridge Repair
120 Repairs to Mun. Golf Course
122 S. Cayuga St. Widening
123 Campbell St. paving
124 Cass Park Improvements
125 S. Hill School Playground
126 Conway Park Beautification
127 Fall Crk. Groufid Water Study
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Remarks
Project not developed.
95% complete.
In progress
70% complete.
In progress
70% complete.
Scheduled for September
In progress.
Awaiting plans.
In progress.
Carried
4. BY COMM. DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. EWA14ICKI RESOLVED, That the Sup't. be
authorized to prepare capital projects requests for the list of projects
shown in the document entitled, "Capital Projects to be Considered by the
Board of Public Works in 1974." As follows:
CAFITAL PROJECTS TO BE CONSIDERED BY -THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS FOR 1974
No. Title Amount
20 Public Works C & M. Division Garage $ 500,000
Planning, design, and construction
27 Pressure Concrete Retaining [fall Maintenance 13,000
These funds will increase the total in the account to
approximately $20,000. To be used in repairing creek
walls and other retaining walls.
28 Wall Renewal 6,000
This is a fund requested in each year's budget and provides
for rebuilding of retaining walls and creek walls. The work
is done usually during the winter months.
30 Traffic Signal Installation & Improvement
This is a fund for the signs, signals, and striping in the
central business district as outlined in the Raymond, Parish,
and Pine report.
33 Tuning Fork
This fund is for reconstruction of the Tuning Fork intersection
to provide for s',,nalization and for increased traffic caused
by the closing of S. Tioga St. and by the State Street Mall.
36 Street Resurfacing
This is an amount equal to that spent in 1973 and which is 20,000
necessary to renew our fast deteriorating streets.
F51 Other Water Line 5,000
This fund will bring the account up to $10,000. It is used
to build water lines which are not anticipated in special
capital projects.
C77 Other Sewer Lines 1,000
This will bring the available funds in this acoount to
$10,000. It is used to build sewer lines which are not
anticipated by other capital accounts.
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109 Dewitt Park Improvement $ 5,000
Further pluitings, trees, and fountain improvement.
121 State Street Pedestrian Mall
A fund to provide for the installation of storm drainage,
sanitary sewer, water lines, duct work, and other items
incidental to the mall construction.
127 Implementation of Fall Creek Ground Water Study
Self explanatory.
128 Cascadilla Street 17,000
Drainage, curbing, and surfacing of Cascadilla Street
west of its present westerly terminus.
129 Taylor Place Extension 14,000
A fund for the extension of Taylor Place north of Sunrise
Road.
130 Williams Glen Road 16,000
Surfacing and drainage of present private way from Cliff
Street to the Town of Ithaca
Bridge Inspection
A fund for the inspection of all bridges by the city's
bridge consultant. This was last done in 1964.
Elmira Road
A fund for the implementation of the engineer's recommendation
for the reconstructian of Elmira Road.
Carried
5. Alderman Jones points out that Commissioner Golder and Commissioner
Dow ing are members of the Capital Improvement Review Committee, and wonders
if the Board desires to be represented by these two Commissioners for the
preparation of the 1974 capital budget.
BY COMM.' DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. EWANICKI RESOLVED, That Comm. Golder and
Comm. Parks be recommended to the Mayor to serve on the capi�al improvement
review committee terms to expire June 1, 1974.
Carried
BY COP1MCOMM. :��IDOWNING SECONDED BY COCLUES RESOLVED, That the following appoint-
ments be approved:
1. Charles Bowlsby, a Laborer II in the Construction & VAintenance Division
at $2.60 per hour, effective August 26, 1973.
2-. Ernest Alo, a Laborer I in the Parks Division at $Z5 0 per hour, effective
August 20, 1973.
Carried
7. BY COMM.DOWNING SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That the following
promotions in the Construction & Mintenance Division be approved.at $2.77
per hour, effectiv- August 26, 1973.
1. Eugene Burdett, A Laborer III.
2. Duane Hundley, a Laborer III.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT C0141ITTEE
1. By COMM.'PARKES SECONDED BY COMM. EWANICKI RESOLVED, That the department be
authorized to accept tickets validated by First National, Ithaca, in Parking
Lot 'D' during the period September 16 through December 31; the said valid-
ization to be accepted in lieu of the first ten cents of charges on each
ticket. First National, Ithaca will be billed monthly by the Chamberlain's
Office at the rate of ten cents for each ticket so validated.
Carried
2. BY COMM. PARKES SECONDED BY COMM. EWANICKI RESOLVED, That the bids received on
Monday, August 20 for parking controls and equipment in the Seneca St. Parking
Garage, be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee for review and recommen-
dation.
-8- August 22, 1973
IT IS FURTHER RECM0,1DED That the Common Council. be requested to establish
a capital budget of $25,000 for the purchases and installation of parking controls
in the Seneca St. parking structure.
Carried
3. BY COMM, PARKES SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES RESOLVED, That the Dept. be author-
ized to accept free bus tickets furnished by the Downtown Business Assoc.
during their "Welcome Students" promotion.
Carried
4. BY COMM. PARKES SECONDED BY COMM. DOW14ING RESOLVED, That the Board recommends
that the Dept. of Public Works issue a statement on the use of salt on high-
ways, and its probable ecological effect.
Carried
On a motion meeting was adjourned at 5:04 p.m..
Please see attached bid opening sheet.
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Jot Rundle, City Clerk
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Edward J. Conley, Mayor
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IT IS FURTHER TMCOYAIV DED That the Common Council be requested to establistf
a capital budget of�.$25.,000 for the purchases and installation of parking-66httals
in the Seneca St. parking structure.
Carried
3. BY CpMM. PARKES SECONDED BY COMM. CLYNES,RESOLVED9,That the Dept. be authotr-
ized to accept free bus tickets furnished by the Downtown Business Assoc.
during their "Welcome Students" promotion.
Carried
4. BY COMM. PARKES SECONDED BY COMM. DOWNING RESOLVED, That the Board recommends
that the Dept. of Public Works issue a statement on the use of salt on high-
ways, and its probable ecological effect.
Carried
On a motion meeting was adjourned at 5:04 p.m..
Please see attached bid opening sheet.
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Jo�ftph A. Rundle, City Clerk
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Edward J. Conley, Mayor
CITY OF ITHACA
DEPARI?TT OF PUBLIC WORKS
BID OPENING AUGUST 20, 1973, 3 P.M.
H890-79 Sewage Pumps for Buffalo Street Pump Station
Specifications of August 8, 1973
Lump Sum
1. Gartner Equipment Co., Inc. -0-
2. J. Andrew Lange, Inc. $ 9,927.00
A5142-317 Salt for Ice Control
Specifications of August 1, 1973
Net Ton
1. International Salt Co. truck delivery $ 12..90
f.o.b. mine 10.46
2. Morton Salt Co. truck delivery 12.90
f.o.�. mine i0.40
3. Cargill truck delivery 12.90
f.o.b. mine 10.40
4. Diamond Crystal Salt Co. f.o.b. mine 17.25
Parking Control System
Specifications of August 1, 1973
Lump Sum
1. Simplex Time Recorder Co. $20,125.00
2. Parking Products, Inc. 20,265.00
3. Keene Corp. 17,029.00
4. Vehicle Actuated Systems, Inc. 24,930.00
5. Rochester Time Co., Inc. 21,239.31
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BOARD 0—r-TMLIC -NOR"^ PROCEFDIIIGF
CITY Oi=THACA, 7 YORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. September 12, 1973
PRESENT:
'Mayor - Conley
Commissioners .,(4), .;Downing, Ewanicki, Golder, Parkes
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Clynes, Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (5) - Boothroyd, Meyer, Nichols, Saccucci, Spano.
Supt. of Public,Works - Dingman City Attorney - Gersh
Ass't. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan City Controller - Daley
Ass't. to Supt. of•Public...WQrks -.Dougherty Building Commissioner - Jones
City Engineer-,Schlieder.,.. Director of Planning - VanCort
MINUTES: By Comm. Ewan,.ick�:. seconded by Comm. Golder..
RESOLVED, That the minutes:.of August 22, 1973, be approved as recorded by the
City Clerk.
COrMMUNICATIONS: City Clerk Rundle read
Works from Alderman Richard. Boronkay as
Gentlemen:
Carried
a letter directed to the Board of Public,
fOl1-ows:
It has been brought to my attention by many of my constituents, and others who
must travel South Aurora Street, that the traffic situation°at the intersection of
Prospect and.Sou;�,,Aurora Streets has grown from bad to Impossible.
I request that the Board of Public Works direct the City Traffic Engineer to make
a thorough traffX;c,study at the above mentioned,interseetion and to report his
findings and recommendations to the Board.
It is imperative that the harzardous conditions now existing at the intersection of
Prospect and.,South.Aurora Streets be alleviated. I would hope that upon completion
of the study you would be in a position to initiate a plan, Capital Improvement
Project if necessary,, to create a better.frlow of traffic at this intersection.
Thank you for your consideration.
Richard Boronkay, Alderman
The following resolution was presented:
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that this letter be referred to the Parking,, Traffic and Transit Committee.
Carried
City Clerk read a letter directed to Mayor Conley from Comm. Downing announcing his
resignation as follows:
Dear Mr. Mayor:
Because of the pressure of other business and for a number of personal reasons,
I find it necessary to advise you that I am resigning from the Board of Public
Works effective September 15, 1973, or as soon thereafter as you can find a
replacement.
I have enjoyed my years as a Commissioner and the experience of working with you,
the other members of the Board, and the staff of the Department. My very best
wishes and sincere admiration are extended to all with whom I have.had the,pleasure
of serving our city.
William S. Downing, Jr.
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE BOARD
ABANDONING A PORTION OF SPENCER ROAD:
Attorney Stanley Tsapis appeared before the Board. Mr. Tsapis said he was appearing
on behalf of his client, William Zikakis of Zikakis Chevrolet. He asked that the
Board consider aband2ning a portion of the old Spencer Road behind Zikakis Chevrolet
over to the railroad right-of-way. Mr. Tsapis said his client needs this land for
expansion, and that he would like to bid on the property if this portion of the
Spencer Road is abandon by the City.
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September 1.2, 1973
After disc,isslor-- n floor the following resolution was presented:
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, that this matter be referred to the Highway Committee and Planning Board
for study and recommendation.
Carried
FARMERS MARKET: Mr. David Rimdos, Chairman of the Board of the Ithaca Farmers
Market appeared before the Board. Mr. Rimdos commented that the Farmers Market
is out growing its present location on Fulton Street, and asked if the City could
provide a temporary location at least until Christmas. Mr. Rimdos suggested the
possibility of using the old airport at Cass Park.
After discussion on the floor the following resolution was presented:
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that this request be referred to Building and Grounds Committee.
Carried
SPENCER ROAD DRAINAGE: Alderman Rudolph Saccucci appeared before the Board.
Alderman Saccucci said he was appearing on behalf of the residents on Spencer Road.
He asked that an engineering study be made to try to solve the drainage problem
in the swampy area of the Spencer Road. Alderman Saccucci said three years ago he
visited the site with Dr. Broad, and Dr. Broad made several recommeadations that
Mr. Saccucci presented to the Common Council with a copy to the City Clerk. A
copy of the recommendations was read, from a newspaper clipping by the City Clerk.
After discussion cn the floor the following resolution was presented:
By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Rmianicki
RESOLVED, that this request be referred to Bridges, Creeks and Storm Damage for
study and recommendation.
Carried
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Dowing
RESOLVED, that action on the request for water service on Coddington Road be deferred
until the results of the Town of Ithaca hearing on sewer extension in this area is
known.
Carried
2, By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the 1973 equipment list of the Water Division be changed to delete one
wash water meter at the Water Treatment Plant, and to add one automatic chlorination
control for post chlorination at the water treatment plant.
Carried
3. By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that bill No. 8377 to Richard Stotts in the amount of $25.86 be expunged.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMTTEE
1. By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying trees in accordance with the specifications
of August 29, be awarded to White Nurseries for their low bid of $1,600.
Cole Nursery Co., Inc.
Route 1
Circleville, Ohio 43113
White Nurseries
Mecklenburg, New York 14863
Schichtel's Nursery
S-6787 Chestnut Ridge Road
orchard Park, New York 14127
$1,285 (incomplete)
1,600
1,670
Carried
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2. By COTn. Per'--:--! ^gconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, that the May,_ be authorized to execute an agwreement between the City of
Ithaca and Barton, Brown, Clyde & Loguidice which provides for consulting services
in connection with the survey and design of the intersection at the Tuning Fork.
Carried
3. By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the staff be authorized to prepare a project for the improvement
of the grade and the replacement of sidewalk on the south side of Elm Street
abutting 301 Elm Street, for the 1974 construction season.
Carried
4. By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that the final bill of Raymond, Parish, and Pine for consulting services
in connection with the study of traffic in the central business district, be
approved in the amount of $1,375.
Carried
5. By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that the sidewalk assessments as reported by the Sup't. be approved
and levied against the respective property owners in accordance with the provisions
of Section 5-35 of the City Charter as codified, and that a public hearing on said
levy be held at the regular meeting of the Board of Public Works in the Common
Council Chambers at City Hall, at 4 p.m. on September 26.
DEFECTIVE SIDEWALKS
TO BE REPAIRED BY CITY AT
OWNERS EXPENSE -
1973
LOCATION
OWNER
THK.
S . FT.
COST
+
10%
TOTAL
526-28 S. Albany St.
Marshall Drake
4
128
$172.80
+
17.28
$190.08
205 1/2 Center St.
6
50
75.00
+
7.50
82.50
526-28 S. Albany St.
Sub. Total
$247.80
+
24.78
$272.58
210 College Ave.
Beverly Hull
4
144
$194.40
+
19.44
$213.84
305 E. Falls St.
6
48
72.00
+
7.20
79.20
210 College Ave.
Sub. Total
$266.40
+
26.64
$293.04
302 College Ave.
Hazel Lieber
4
162
$218.70
+
21.87
$240.57
302 College Ave.
521 E. State St.
James W. Carrey
4
85
$114.75
+
11.48
$126.23
610 Coddington Rd.
6
65
97.50
+
9.75
107.25
521 E. State St.
Sub. Total
$212.25
+
21.23
$233.48
TOTAL COST
$945.15 + 94.52 $1,039.67
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND S'j'Q]tM DRAINAGE COi'4ITTEE
1. Engineer Martin reports that he has started on the ground level water survey
in the Fall Creek area, and that he expects to report in October.
2. By Comm. Golder: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that the complaint of Mr. Stafford with respect to drainage conditions
at his property at 318 East Seneca Street, be referred to the City Attorney for
recommendation with respect to the city's responsibility.
Carried
3. Recent low water in Six Mile Creek has revealed considerable damage to the walls
and the footings of the walls in this creek. The department is presently engaging
in the underpinning and repairing of the footings of the wall adjacent to the Ithaca
College garage and to property of Wilcox. Because the city has a considerable in-
vestment in these walls, and because in the area from South Cayuga Street to Columbia
Street Bridge there are important properties and installations dependent upon these
walls, the department feels that a careful engineering study of the waterway with
recommendations for extensive improvement is necessary.
-4- September 12, 1973
By Comm.. Colder: seconded by .Gomm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, that the department be authorized to request a capital project for study
and design of the Six Mile Creek drainage channel, generally in the area between
South Cayuga Street and the Columbia Street Bridge.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to request $5,500 for the replace-
ment of the boiler at the Hall of Justice, and contingent upon the authorization
of the money, to take such actions as are necessary to cause said replacement.
Carried
2. One bid was received on Monday, September 10 for the alteration to the
dasherboards at Cass Park. (see page 7)
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that the bid be referred to the Superintendent with power.
Carried
AYES: (3) -
NAYS: (1) - Parkes
3. No bids were received on the revised Conway Park improvements. No action is
recommended.
4. James Hallam, concessionaire at the Stewart Park food concession, has requested
that his contract be renewed for the 1974 season at the same terms and conditions.
Mr. Hallam presently pays $129 for the concession.
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED that the request of Mr. Hallam be referred to the Building and Grounds
Committee.
Carried "
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEM TT COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the 1972 report of the Board of Public Works be received and placed
on file.
Carried
2. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, that the following appointments in the Construction and Maintenance
Division be approved:
1. Frederick French, a Truck Driver at $2.99 per hour, effective Sept. 16, 1973.
2. Edward Hodge, a Truck Driver at $2.99 per hour, effective Sept. 16, 1973.
Carried
3. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the following promotion in the Construction and Maintenance Division
be:approved:
Wayne R. Cooper to Laborer II at $2.60 per hour, effective Sept. 16, 1973
Carried
4. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, that the following appointment in the Parks Division be approved:
Myron J. Morey, a Laborer I at $2.50 per hour, effective Sept. 10, 1973
Carried
5. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, that the following promotions in the Water and Sewer Division be approved:
1. Kenneth Harding, a Foreman at $4.09 per hour, effective Sept. 10, 1973.
2. Raymond King, Jr., an Equipment Operator at $3.50 per hour effective
Sept. 10, 1973.
Carried
-5- September 12, 1973
6. By Coma -Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the following transfers in the accounts of the department be approved:
Parks Division
From Contingency Account A1990 to Hall of Justice A1620B,
Contractual Services, Line 407 - $5,500.
Community Transit
From Contingency A1990 to Bus Operations A5630, Equipment
Maintenance, Line 418 - $989.04.
Water and Sewer Division
1. From Sewer Contingency to Buffalo & Meadow St. Sewer, (due from
other funds) H890-79, G391-79 - $13,000.
2. From Sewer Contingency to S. Aurora St. Bridge Sewer Repair - $729.91.
Construction and Maintenance Division
From traffic Control A3310A, Other Equipment, Line 240 to
Traffic Control A3310A, Constr. Supplies, Line 314 - $1,000.
Carried
7. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, that the department be authorized to send two representatives to the
Public Works School at Stevensville, October 17, 18, and 19.
Carried
8. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, that the Finance Committee review salaries and conditions of employment of
Board of Public Works employees and prepare a recommendation to Common Council
for the 1974 Budget.
Carried
9. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, that the final bill of Ronald E. Wesche for construction services in
connection with the sidewalk replacement program of 1973, be approved in the amount
of $1,151.43.
Carried
10. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the bill of Modjeski and Masters for engineering services in con-
nection with the field inspection of the S. Aurora St. Bridge be approved in the
amount of $618.81.
Carried
11. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the bill of Modjeski and Masters for engineering services in con-
nection with the preparation of plans for the repairs to Giles Street Bridge, be
approved in the amount of $158.50.
Carried
12. Treeland, Inc. has completed the site development work on contract B (south
portion of Cass Park). Engineer Miller has inspected the work and has issued a
cerpificate of completion under date of September 10, 1973. He summarizes the
contract as follows:
contract work performed $325,306
authorized extra work 42995
for a total of $330,301
The terms of the contract provide that upon completion Treeland be paid 95% of the
total value, and that 5% or $16,515.05 be retained for the period of one year as a
warranty.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, that payment of Requisition No. 10 (final) from Treeland, Inc. for con-
struction services in connection with the site development at Cass Park, be approved
in the amount of $604.80.
Carried
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13. By Comm. Downing:
RESOLVED, that on the
performed by Treeland,
10, 1973.
September 12, 1973
seconded by -Comm. Bwanicki
recommendation of Engineer Miller for site development work
Inc., at Cass Park, it be declared complete as of September
Carried
14. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, that a payment requisition of Treeland providing for payment of one-half
of the retainage withheld in connection with their contract of site development at
Cass Park, be approved in• the amount of $16,515.05.
Carried
15. By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, that a bill of Thomas G. Miller, consultant, for engineering services
rendered in connection with the inspection of the site work at Cass Park through
August 31, 1973, be approved in the amount of $791.
Carried
16. AUDIT: By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed on
Audit Abstract #16-1973 be approved for payment and the bills be approved and
ordered rendered.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that Keene Corp., the low bidder on the contract to furnish parking aontrola
for the Seneca Street Garage, be permitted to withdraw its bid as requested.
Carried
2. By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that Simplex Time Recorder's bid of $20,125 be rejected because the power
sources proposed to be supplied with the detector units does not satisfactorily meet
the specifications.
Carried
3. .By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Downing
RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying parking control system equipment for the
Seneca Street Parking Garage in accordance with the specifications of August 1, 1973,
be awarded to Parking Products for its low bid of $20,265.
Carried
Comm. Parkes reported that the Parking and Traffic Committee will be meeting on
October 16, 1973.
Comm. Downing remarked that the construction of the new marina will require the
removal of several trees donated and planted by the Garden Club and other organizations.
Comm. Downing said if at all possible, he would like to see these transplanted.
Comm. Ewanicki said he has agreed to look at these trees to determine if it is
economically feasible to have them moved and transplanted.
By Comm. Downing: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, that this matter be referred to the Water and Sewer Committee for report
back to the Board.
Carried
Alderman Nichols commented that she would like to see something done on Conway Park
this.year. -
Mayor Conley remarked that this whole matter of Conway Park should be referred back
to the Planning Board for further study, and recommendations for 1974 as a Capital
Project.
Alderman Meyer suggested that sewage sludge be spread on the golf course and selected
areas of Cass Park during the winter.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by comm. Golder
RESOLVED, that this request be referred to Public Grounds and Parks Committee for
investigation.
Carried
r:O�RL Or PUBLIC `60R.KS PHGCErDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
SLP11h,B,11t 12, 1973
8548
Willia►r. J. Kernan
G2122
13.44
8549
Sharwiil Gardens
G2122
15.24
8550
ifiorse Chain
G2122
35.72
8551
Richard Stotts
12378
5.86
11 n
02374
20.00
8552
Noni Dillma.n
F2144
15,00
8553
Luciano Lama
12144
15-00
8554
firs. Virginia Polak
1'2144
15.00
8555
Dryden Sewer Dist.
G2374
112.19
8556
Dryden Sewer Dist.
12372
45.73
8557
Robert i'lari.on
12144
14.06
8558
Tony Leonardo
12144
15.56
8559
Louis Lauretti
F2142
8.23
" it
F2144
13.99
8560
C J Kilgore, AD
12142
10,56
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F'2144
18-57
TGEAL
374,,15
APPROVTD I) k—LNTANCF COMURITTLE
759
block 99 Inc.
A2690
40,21
760
Downtown Businessmen's Assoc.
A1750
500.00
761
New York State tlectric � Gas Corp.
A1710
21886.95,1"
762
'Town of Newfield
A2300
149-59
TOTAL
3,576.75
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September 12, 1973
INTERIM PA'KING., Mayor Conley commented that he was negotiating to use the lot
across from Dean Phipps on Albany Street.
Alderman Spano said that he would like to see a study made of the Parking that
takes place on North Geneva,_North Albasrf And North Plain StxeCts that tie np
cars all day.
TRAFFIC STUDY: Alderman Spano said that his committee has taken a look at the
traffic study, but feels his committee needs advice and direction from the
Superintendent of Public Works.
BID OPENING - SEPTEMBER 10, 1973:
126 Conway Park Beautification ($5,000)
Specifications of August 27, 1973, Lump sum, plus alternates.
No bidders
124 Alterations to Cass Park Dasherboards ($10,000)
Specifications of September 1, 1973. Lump sum, with alternates
1. Ames of Ithaca
618 West Buffalo Street
Ithaca, New York $8,400
Alternate - carpentry omitted $6,400
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 5:36 p.m.
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'Jose h A. Rundle, City Clerk
Edward J., onley, Mayor/ ,
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
Regular Meeting 4:00 P.M. September 26, 1973
PRESENT:
Commissioners: (5) Clynes, Ewanicki, Golder, Parkes,Putney.
ABSUT :
Mayor - Conley
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (4) -Boothroyd, Meyer, Nichols, Spano
Sup't. of Public Works - Dingman
Ass't. to Sup't: of .Public Works M L�oughgrty
City Engineer - Schlieder
City Controller - Daley
Ass't. Sup't. of Public Works - Hannan
Building Commissioner - Jones
City Clerk - Rundle
IN THE ABSENCE OF MAYOR CONLEY VICE CHAIRMAN PUTNEY PRESIDED.
MINUTES:
By Comm. Golder; Seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the meeting of September 12, 1973 be approved as
recordcad by the City Clerk.
Carried
Vice Chairman Putney opened the Public Hearing for defective sidewalks to be
repaired by the City at owner's expense.
of 302 College Ave.
Mrs. Hazel Weber ka defective sidewalk property owner) appeared before the Board.
Mrs. Weber remarked that her property is on the corner of Catherine St. and
College Ave.. In the winter the City's salt trucks salt down the hill, and the
heavy traffic splashes the salt back on her sidewalk, causing severe damage to the
concrete. The road to very narrow and heavy trucks go over the curb and onto
her sidewalk. Mrs. Weber said several sidewalks on College Ave. are in worse
shape than her sidewalk. Mrs. Weber said that she feels that she should not
be compelled to stand the entire cost of replacing her sidewalk.
By Comm. Ewanicki; Seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Highway Committee.
Carried
Vice Chairman Putney declared the Public Hearing on sidewalks closed.
By Comm. Clynes; Seconded by Comm. Golder,
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held by the Board on the assessments levied
for the construction of sidewalks at various locations within the City of Ithaca
as detailed in the minutes of the meeting of September 12, 1973 and,
WHEREAS, The property owners have been afforded this opportfini.ty to be heard as
provided by the City Charter,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the said assessments in the total amount of
$1,039.67 with the exception of Mrs. Hazel Weber's sidewalk at 302 College Ave.
in the amount of $240.57, which were levied by the Board on September 12, 1973,
be and are hereby finally approved and recommended to the Common Council for
confirmation. Mrs. Weber's assessments to come before the Board at the October
meeting.
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS:
City Clerk Rundle read a letter for Donald Mcmre as follows:
Sept. 26, 1973
Dear Mr. Rundle:
I hereby petition the City of Ithaca to authorize the Board of Public Works to
officially lay out Allen Street as a city street.
Allen Street is an eighteen foot wide lane one block long connecting the west
end of Esty Street south to Court Street. It is recognized in the city maps
-2- September 25, 1973
and has been used by the -Ithaca citizen&��..p the beginning of the- c—t+ary_-tea
it is properly mark.P4 by a city sign post at the coraex of � & Esty Streets.
Five numbered houses are identified on one of the city maps. Water lines were
laid in 1914 and extended in 1923 when a hydrant was install".
This street would have been a very effective DETOUR during this summer when traf-
fic was obstructed on route thirteen while work was being done on the pumping
station at Buffalo Street. Unfortunately Allen Street was arbitrarily blocked off
by one of the adjacent owners because he didn't like the dust. Chief Weaver
tried to have the street re -opened because of fire p rctection and discovered
that indeed the street had never been properly recorded as a city street and
he had no jurisdiction. This would have been very unfortunate during the recent
fire at Shulman's warehouse. Without this access through to Court Street, Esty
Street becomes a DEAD END STREET.
I believe that this is an appropriate time for the city to take over and ensure
for the public use and safety an access street that has been in public use for
over seventy-five years and I believe that it would be accepted if brought to
a public hearing.
Very sincerely yours,
Donald Moore
Mr. Moore appeared before the Board and asked that the Board consider making
Allen Street a city street.
After discussion by the Board, the fd1l.owing Resolution was presented:
By Comm. Clynes; Seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Highway Committee, Planning Board,
and the City Attorney.
Carried
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT:
City Engineer Schlieder reported that he was asked to look into the ownership of
Spencer Road. Mr. Schlieder said he has found nothing in the records. The City
Attorney has found nothing and has turned it over to the N@w York State Office
of Local Government.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE: No recommendations.
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE C011MITTEE:
1. By Comm. Clynes; Seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the NYS Electric and Gas Corp. be authorized to install three
new ornamental lights with 2,000 lumen mercury vapor lamps on the west side
of the 200 block of S. Cayuga Street at an additional charge of $225 per
year, plus applicable facility charges.
Carried
2. By Comm. Clynes; Seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That the Highway Committee review the proposal of the NYS Electric
and Gas Corp. for improved street lighting in the following locations:
a. Cayuga Street - 100 Block south; 100 & 200 blocks north
b. Tioga Street - 100 and 200 blocks north
c. Aurora Street - 100 block south; 100 and 200 blocks north
d. State Street - 100 block west; 300 block east
Carried
3. There is attached a letter from Fairview Manor which requests the continuation
of the sidewalk on the south side of Cobb Street along property of William
E. Taylor, to meet existing sidewalks. (See letter on page 3)
By Comm. Clynes; Seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the Sup't. be directed to issue an order for the construction
of a sidewalk adjacent to the property of William E. Taylor on the south
side of Cobb Street so that there will be a continuous sidewalk from
Cornell Street to other properties fronting on Cobb Street.
Carried
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Board of _ public -Works
City -of
At Ml '&&�. Robert Dingman
Gentlemen:
The undersigned owners of 105 and 107 Miller Street hereby respectfully
request that the sidewalk on the south side -of the street which extends from
Cobb Street to Cornell Street except for a small gap of 50 feet along the
property of Professor William E. Taylor, be made continuous. Professor Taylor's
property is on the corner with sidewalk on Cornell Street and Miller Street
except for the missing portion. A new house has been built at 105 Miller Street
and will be the residence of two families, and 107 Miller Street is occupied by
a family with five children. To make the sidewalk continuous seems to make common
sense from the standpoint of safety, convenience, and neighborhood appearance.
Sincerely,
Joseph A. Kahl
Owner of 105 Miller St.
Fairview Manor Realty Company
By Norbert H. Schickel, Jr.
Owner of 107 Miller St.
4. By Comm. Clynes; Seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the annual fall pick up week be conducted the week of October
15 thru 19, 1973 under rules and regulations as usual promulgated by the
Superintendent.
Carried
,.k"
5. Mancini Property - Comm. Clynes reported the Planning Board recommmended
against giving access to Park Road/Temporary Route 89 for the following reasons:
1. Park Road is intended to be used only for access to the park, not a
polic thoroughfare, according to the Board of Public Works records at the time of ,
iti planning (1967), and the sense Of the Inlet Park Committee meeting minutes
d,.ng development of park plans.
2. Park Road/Temporary Route 89 is at present on a temporary alignmelit
oihich will change with construction of proposed Routes 96 and 89. After titai
time Park Road is to be used only for access to the parks.
3. Planning Board feels that any development which will have an adverse
effect on parks served by Park Road should be discouraged, but. that property
o tiers have the right to develop their land according to the zoning ordinance and
Other laws and regulations which control development in the city."
taft. Clynes commented that Mancini's do have the land, they are paying taxes on
tha land, and that they should have access to their land.
ktt*r discussion on the floor the following Resolutions were presented:
Comm. Parkes, RESOLVED, That Board of Public Works accepts the Planning
b6ards' recommendation against giving access to Park Road/Temporary Route 89
t6 Mancini.
Cof4 Parkes Resolution failed to get a second...
gar Comm. Clynes; Seconded by Comm. Ewanickt,
RESOLVED, That the Board directs the City Attorney to work out the legality of
providing Mr. Mancini or whoever the property owner is, access to the property.
(3) AYES
(1) NAY Parkes Carried
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BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAIRAGE COMMITTEE
1. There is attached a copy of a letter from14odjeaki_& Masters outlining their
proposal for the inspection of the city's bridges,
Mr. R.O. Dingman
Sup't. of Public Works.
City of Ithaca
RE: ITHACA BRIDGES
Dear Mr. Dingman:
Sertember 18, 1973
The following is offered in regard to your inquiry for the estimated cost of
engineering services from Modjeski and Masters for inspection of the City of
Ithaca Bridges. We understand this information is needed to permit you to plan
and budget for such work in 1974.
As a matter of review, you are aware of Modjeski and Masters' past participation
in assisting the City with inspections, design, and construction supervision of
(p its bridges. Our last comprehensive bridge inspection for the City was in 1964
CAP when 29 bridges were inspected. Recommendations for structure postings and a
program to accomplish maintenance and repair were made. Since the 1964 inspec-
tion, we have been closely involved with your bridge work and know that some of the
bridges inspected have been reconstructed, rehabilitated, abandoned, or restricted.
A significant development since the 1964 inspection has been the adoption of
National Bridge Inspection Standards requiring detailed inspections and ratings
to establish safe bridge capacity. The bridge inspections we propose would fully
comply with these standards.
We have attempted to arrive at realistic engineering costs sufficient for budget
purposes on the basis of re -estimating costs for inspecting these bridges inspected
in 1964. Allowance was made for changes in the status of certain bridges, includ-
ing removal of the Dewitt Bridge from service. We understand there may be some
additional bridges to be inspected because of City maintenance interest rather
than ownership but could not consider this in our estimate without further
information. For this reason and because of the indefinite nature of the work,
we would propose our services be performed on a cost-plus arrangement similar
in na#use to our present agreement with the City for other work. Our estimate
was priced accordingly for the 28 bridges remaining from the 1964 inspection.
Our estimated cost for field inspection services is $15,000, with the City furnish-
ing and handling ladders, boat, etc., for the inspectors.
We will determine the inventory and ope ing rating of the bridges inspected,
except pedestrian structures which woul� nvestigated for safety only-; for an
gstimated cost of $20,900. The total estimated fee for our engineering services
for inspection and rating of these City of Ithaca Bridges, in accotdance with
National Bridge Inspection Standards,. would be $35,000, without contingency.
We would suggest a budget figure of $40,000 for the work to allow for possible
subcontractor work covering material testing and diver's services, if deemed
necessary.
Rev -few of our manpower situa.tion,indicates we would be able to undertake all of
the work proposed in 1974,'preferabl y scheduling the field work as early in the
year as possible. Arrangements could be made to program the work over several
years, being selective, dividing the work as nearly as possible to similar type
structures, should this be more convenient to City interests.
We hope you find the information furnished herein to be of value in planning
your bridge program work and would be glad to discuss particulars with you
further. We would appreciate being able to submit a formal proposal for these
engineering services.
Very truly yours,
Robert D. Hutton, Partner
September 26-i 1973
By Comm. Golder; Sec,Uy Comm. Clines,
RESOLVED, That Common�owwa°il be tequested to provide $50,000 in the 1974• Capital
Budget for the purpose`vf obtaining an inventory of, and an operating rating
for all of the 28 bridges which are under the jurisdiction of the Department of
Public Works. Carried
2. By.Comm. Golder; Seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the Engineering Division be directed to prepare a project which
will provide for the improved drainage of properties lying between Elmira
Road and Spencer Road in the area south of the Tcon of Ithaca properties.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND ?'ARKS COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Ewanicki; Seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the Sup't, solicit bids for the operation of the food
concession and the merry-go-round concession at Stewart Park.
Carried
2. By Comm. Ewanicki, Seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That a bill of Thomas Miller for consulting services in connection
with the design of the site work at Cass Park Recreation Center be approved
in the amount of $4,321.71.
Carried
3. There is attached a copy of a proposal by the DeWitt Park "Improvement
Committee".
DEWITT PARK IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
Mr. R. 0. Dingman
Sup't. of Public Works
City of Ithaca
Dear Mr. Dingman,
Sept. 13, 1973
This letter accompanies a map which indicates the recommendations of the
Dewitt Park Committee for plantings.. this Fall '73 and next Spring'74.
For the fall, the priority is the planting of trees south of the fountain
area,.postponed from last spring. At that time the committee had recommended
two tulips and two locusts; however, after the locusts in the park's NW corner
offered damage in a wind and rain storm, requiridg. guying and pruning, the
rv==ittee changed its recommendations in favor of linden trees. These trees
-;seem sturdies and give a more solid shade which the area greatly needs. We
prefer them also to the tulip trees.
Upon visiting Warren White's nursery, Mr. White made what seems an excellent
offer of a large sugar maple. As a l rge tree is much to be desired, we recommend
the purchase of this tree and three l;ndens, all of which Mr. White is tentatively
holding, subject to your approval and arrangements with him. As Mr. White has
expressed and shown great interest is the park, we should like to continue to
deal with him. I hope this will be possible.
Cordially yours,
Anne G. Baldwin, DeWitt Park
Committee, Chairman
By Comm. Ewanicki seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the proposal for fall planting at DeWitt Park be referred to
the Building and Grounds Committee with power.
Carried
4. By Comm. Ewanicki, Seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works discontinue Old Spencer Road as a
public way from the southerly terminus at land of the Lehigh Valley railroad
for a distance of 308.4 feet northerly, and hold a hearing on Wednesday, Oct.
10, at 4 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers for the purpose of said•discontin-
uance.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
SEPTEMbER 26, 1973
8561
Albanese Plumbing
G2122
13.00
8562
Donohue -Halverson
G2122
19.00
8563
hull Heating & Plumbing
G2122
30.00
8564
Roger jjorusty
G2122
21.00
8565
Robert Marion
G2122
10.00
8566
Agway
F2144
194.42
8566
it
G2122
129.62
8567
Wilcox Press Inc.
F2144
100.49
8567
It it t1
G2122
67.00
8568
Ray Erb
F2144
134.13
8568
if It
G2122
89.42
8569
Gregory Kasprzak
F'2144
61.53
8569
" it
G2122
41.02
8570
L. B. Hardesty
F'2144
193.65
8570
11 it It
G2122
129.10
8571
Joseph Kahl
F2144
83.85
8571
fl it
G2122
55.90
8572
Ramada Inn
G2122
187.37
8573
Schuykill Investors Inc.
F'2144
15.56
8574
Ithaca College
F'21.44
13.51
8575
William Baldini
F211,1,.
969.52
8576
City of Ithaca
F2655
567.32
8577
Yellow Larn Water Co.
F2650
22.28
8578
Town of Ithaca
F'2650
5.58
8579
Compagni Const. Co.
F2650
5.28
8580
Hull Heating & Plumbing
F2650
13.38
8581
Albanese Plumbing
F2650
39.12
8582
White Nursuries
E2142
4.00
8583
Steve Weaver
F2142
10.00
8584
L.R. S. Excavating Inc.
F2142
15.00
8585
Albanese Plumbing
12650
6.30
TOTAL
3,247.75
Water 2,455.32
Sewer 792.43
APPROVED BY F IPJANCE COITTEE
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763 Leo Guentert A2699--7P/f(' 15.44
764 James W. Wynder A-17U 4',"'i{ 55.29
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September 26, 1973
IT IS 1.,:1THER RECOMMENDED That the City Clerk be directed to publish a notice
of such a hearing as required by statute, and to notify by mail all owners of
abutting properties of the portion of Old Spe w-ar Road proposed to be discontinued.
(1) AYE Golder
(3) NAYS Clynes, Ewanicki, Parkes
Motion Defeated
The Board requested that the Planning Board give its recommendation on this
matter within the next thirty days.
5. By Comm. Ewanicki, Seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the City Attorney draw a contract with the Farmer's Market
Association for a lease of the East wing of the Airport Hangar and adjacent
area to cover a period of ninety days with renewals of thirty days, said
renewals may be cancelled by either party upon thirty day notice and said
cancellation. It is further recommended that the rental of this area shall
be ($100.00) one hundred dollars a month in advance, and the leasee shall
provide light, heat and evidence of liability and property damage insurance.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Golder; Seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the following appointments in the Building and Gounds Division
be approved effective September 17, 1973:
a. Herman B. Lynch, a Laborer III at $2.69 per hour.
b. Gary L. Maybee, a Laborer I at $2.50 per hour.
2. By Comm. Golder; Seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That the following transfers in the accounts of the Water & Sewer
Division be approved,
From Watershed, F8320, Maint. Supplies, 302, to Watershed F8320, Rent
of Equipment, 413- $300.
From Van Natta Pump Station, F8320, Personal Services, 161 - $650
" Water Contingency - $3,800
to Sewer Contingency - $3,100
To Regency Lane Pump Station, F8320, Personal Services, 101 - $300
" Buffalo St. Pump Station, G8120, Personal Services, 101 - $250
" Renwick Hgts. Pump Station, Personal Services, 101 $100
" Shop & Equipment, F8310, Gas & Oil, 309 $ 3,300
" Sewage Treat. Plant, G8130, Gas & Oil, 309 260
" Shop & Equipment, F8110 2,740
" Filtration Plant, F8330, Telephone, 401 300
" Maint. of Standpipes, F8340, Telephone, 401 200
Sewage Treatment Plant, G8130, Telephone, 401 100
Carried
3. By Comm. Gcider, Seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That a bill from Weiler Associates for a topographic survey of
State Street be approved in the amount of $2,800.
Carried
4. AUDIT: By Comm. Golder; Seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as
listed on Audit Abstract #18-1973 be approved for payment and the bills be
approved and ordered rendered.
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT CO101ITTEE
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at
4, i1!VJ ..r6.�"
Jpseph k. Rundle, City Clerk
Carried
- No Recommendations.
5:08 p.m.
Edward J. Conley, Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
Mayor -Conley
Commissioners (5) - Clynes, Ewanicki, Golder, Parkes, Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (5) - Boothroyd, Jones, Meyer, Nichols, Spano
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman
City Attorney - Gersh
Ass't. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan
Ass't. to Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Schlieder
City Clerk - Rundle
October 10, 1973
MINUTES: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Parkes
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the meeting of September 26, 1973, be approved as
recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS: City Clerk Rundle read a letter to the Board of Public Works
from Mr. William E. Taylor as follows:
Gentlemen:
I have been informed by Mr. Dingman that at your meeting of September 26, you
authorized him to require me to construct a sidewalk along the portion of my
property (221 Cornell Street) bounding Miller Street.
Unfortunately, I was not notified prior to this meeting and consequently was unable
to present to you my view of this matter - which maintains that a sidewalk is
unwarranted under the circumstances peculiar to our neighborhood. Judging from
errors in Mr. Dingman's letter which I find repeated in Mr. Schickel's original
letter drawing your attention to this matter, I conclude that you have based your
judgement solely upon the information provided by Mr. Schickel. As he and I have
opposite interests in the matter, I feel only half the evidence has been heard.
I would appreciate the opportunity of bringing my view to your attention, either
in person or in writing. I an new to Ithaca and unfamiliar with the rules under
which the Board of Public Works operates; if you would inform me (i) when and (ii)
in what form to present my side, I would be grateful.
c.c.: N. Schickel
R. Dingman
Sincerely yours,
William E. Taylor
After discussion on the floor the City Clerk was requested to write a letter to
the City Attorney asking his to give the Board an opinion on the legality of
forcing property owners to replace sidewalks.
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE BOARD
BU� TRANSIT SYSTEM PROMOTION: Stuart Lewis, 120 East State Street, appeared before
the Board as Chairman of the Downtown Businessmen's Association. Mr. Lewis remarked
that the Downtown Businessmen's Association has been working with the Board of
Public Works in promoting the use of the Bus System in conjunction with their
store sales. Mr. Lewis said that the program has been highly successful and the
City's bus revenues during these promotional periods have increased to a point where
the Downtown Businessmen's Association does not feel that they should subsidize the
City. Mr. Lewis requested that the bill for last year of $250.00, and also the bill
for 1973 in the amount of $250.00 be forgiven by the City.
Comm. Clynes commented that both parties had agreed to the previous arrangements,
and felt that the Downtown Businessmen's Association should keep their end of the
agreement. Comm. Clynes said perhaps in the future consideration could be given,
but felt that both parties should honor the past agreement.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That this request be referred to Common Council for their consideration.
AYES-4
NAYS - 2 Clynes, Ewanicki
Carried
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October 10, 1973
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
MANCINI PROPERTY: Attorney Gersh reported that an directed by the Board he was
working on the legality of providing access to the Mancini property.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT: Superintendent Dingman reported as follows:
Individual copies of the downtown traffic study prepared by Ramond, Parish & Pine
are available in bis office for any members of the Board or the staff.
He would like the Highway Committee to establish a date to meet with him to discuss
street lighting in the Central business district outside of the redevelopment area.
He would like to remind the Board members, the press and the public that the week
of October 15 through 19 has been designated as fall pick-up week, at which time
the Construction & Maintenence Division will pick up items of household refuse
which are not normally accepted in the regular weekly collections. Collection of
these materials will be on the same day of the week as normal pick ups. Full
regulations are available in the Construction & Maintenance office.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE
By Comm. Dwanicki: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to request the provision of an additional
$10,000 in Capital Account H890-77, Other Sewer Lines, to be used with existing funds
in the account for the following purposes:
a. Replacement of approximately 300 feet of sewer line in the 500
block of Hector Street.
b. Approximately 200 feet of sewer line in the vicinity of #15 Cornell Street.
c. Provision for a pump station to handle sewage from the existing rear
lot line at the foot of Cliff Street.
Carried
By Comm. Ewanicki: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to request capital projects for the
following water improvements:
a. Replacement of a 12 inch line in Maple Avenue $20,000
b. Replacement of 500 feet of waterline in the 300 block of
South Cayuga Street $ 8,000
c. Construction of a loop in Pier Road from Willow Avenue
to North Cayuga Street $30,000
d. Construction of a master feed line and hydraulic relief
at the Water Treatment Plant $50,000
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
Ay Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
VJERLAS, a Public Hearing has been held by the Board on the assessments
levied fdr the construction of sidewalks at various locations within the City of
Ithaca detailed within the minutes of the meeting of September 12, 1973, and
WHEREAS, the property owners have been afforded an opportunity to be heard as
required by the City Charter,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That an assessment levied against Mrs. Hazel Weber
for construction of a sidewalk at 302 College Avenue in the amount of $240.57 which
was levied by the Board on September 12, 1973, be and is hereby finally approved
and recommended to the Common Council for confirmation.
Carried
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the Mayor work out a suitable dedication ceremony with the Kiwanis
Club for the pavilion they built at Cass Park and deeded to the City.
Carried
72
-3- October 10, 1973
By Comm. Clynes: seconded by Comm. -Putney
RESOLVED, That the City Attorney and the $steering Department proceed with the
plans and right-of-way of Cascadilla Street Extension so that all the design and
legal work will be in order, ready for an early start in the Spring.
No report
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE
Carried
On July 12, 1973, McGuire Gardens presented an estimate for payment in connection
with the reconstruction of the Municipal Golf Course in the amount of $4,530.24.
A recommendation for payment was withheld at that time because work had not progressed
satisfactorily. The total billings of McGuire in connection with this reconstruction
are $27,979.80. They have been paid to date $20,983.11. It is proposed to retain
$2,797.98 (10% of total) to assure final completion. The work has progressed
sufficiently so that the department makes the following recommendation:
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Clynes
RESOLVED, That a bill of McGuire Gardens dated July 12, 1973, be approved in the
amount of $4,198.71.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the following appointments to the position of Laborer I in the
Parkes Division at $2.50 per hour, be approved:
a. Robert Onan, effective September 30, 1973
b. Darlene E. Basile, effective October 8, 1973
Carried
Alderman Jones asked Superintendent Dingman to explain the hiring procedures of the
Board of Public Works.
Mr. Dingman remarked that if the Board of Public Works agreed, he would prepare a
report on hiring procedures for the Councilmen.
Comm. Parkes requested that Mr. Dingman prepare such a report.
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Ewanicki
RESOLVED, That the following transfers in the accounts of the Construction and
Maintenance Division be approved:
FROM: Bus Operations, Acct. A5630, Personal Services, 101
it is it is Insurance, 440
Street Cleaning, A8170, Gas & Oil, 309
$2,000
98
300
TO: Bus Operation, Acct. A5630, Equip. Parts & Supplies,312 $1,000
Equip. Maintenance, 418 1,000
11 " Printing, 411 98
Street Cleaning, Acct. A8170, Equip. Maintenance, 418 300
Carried
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the following transfers in the accounts of the Parks Division be
approved:
FROM: Mini Pools, Acct. A7180A, Personal Services, 101 $ 300
TO: Mini Pools, Acct. A7180, Other Equipment, 250 $ 140
11ofit it Treatment Supp., 315 50
to " it of Moving Mini Pools, 407 110
Carried
BOARD OFPUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS aCEIVABLE
October 10, 1973
8586
Town of Ithaca
F2378
103.35
8587
It
F 2378
62.90
8588
n u n
F2378
46.78
8589
1,2378
155.01
8590
�� �� ��
G,1s7Y
69.76
8591
II It to
F 2378
64.90
8592
n it u
F 2378
122.12
8593
Village of' Cayuga Heights
1,2378
92.41
8594
Dryden Sewer Dist. # 2
1-!3yE}
472-33
8595
Ithaca College
12144
80.74
8596
Southern Oil Company
F'2144
253.75
8597
Vincent Franciamone
G2122
73.88
8598
McPherson Homes Inc.
F2144
83.90
8598
It u It
G21212
40.60
8599
Burris Plumbing & Beating
12144
15.56
8600
Maurice V. Rarion
F2144
416.08
8601
Frank LaRock
F2144
225,4t'
8602
Dwane Milton
F2144
7.22
8603
Kit Boynton
G2122
19.76
8604
Jan Hozeleski
G2122
20.66
8605
Cornell University
C2122
20.66
8606
Albanese Plumbing & Heating
G2650
31.30
8607
L R S Excavating Inc.
F'2142
8.00
8608
Donohue —Halverson
1,2650
TOTAL
2,506.80
Water QTQ82-o6.7 1,75'7.,Pf"
Sewer 206." 7Yt•9S"
APPROVED BY 1INANCL C0111v'!ITThE
767
New York State Elect. & Gas
A2560
30.00
768
Town of Ithaca
A2350
6,343.00
769
Tavrn of Ithaca
42412
2,544.00
770
Louise Liebt;err
A2690
20.00
771
D. L. Carter Co.
A1710
68.64
772
New York State Elect, & Gay
A1710
1,507.50
773
New York State Elect. & Gas
1,1710
2,728.00
774
Village of Cayuga Heights
A2300
135.14
TOTAL
13,376.28
775
Ithaca City School District
A2220
4,868.00
/jp.2IVY �
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AUDIT: By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That the bills audidted and approved by the Finance Committee as listed
on Audit Abstract #19-1973 be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
PARKING, TP,AFFIC AND TRANSIT C0124ITTEE
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, That -the Superintendent and the Assistant Acting Traffic Engineer be
authorized to attend a seminar of the traffic safety council which will be held on
October 31 in Syracuse.
Carried
V
By Comm. Parkes: seconded by Comm. Golder
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to permit exclusive occupancy of
two parking spaces on State Street by Clinton Pharmacy on October 29 through
November 16; Clinton to Pay $35 for this privilege.
Carried
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 4:48 p.m.
.Joseph A. Rundle, City Clerk
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Edward J./,onley, Mayor-
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORDS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y.
Regular Meeting 4:00 P.M. October 24, 1973
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (5) - Clynes, Ewanicki, Golder, Parkes. Putney.
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (4) - Boothroyd, Meyer, Nichols, Spano.
Sup't. of Public Works - Dingman
City Attorney - Gersh
Ass't. Sup't. of Public Works - Hannan
Ass't. to Sup't. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Schlieder
City Clerk - Rundle
MINUTES:
By Comm. -Putney, Seconded by Comm. Parkes,
Resolved, That the Minutes of the meeting of October 10, 1973, be approved as
recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS:
City Clerk, Rundle reported that a bid had been received after the deadline of
3:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 23, 1973 from the Perkins Automatic Heating, Inc. of
9 Ivan Lane, Binghamton, N.Y. on the boiler for the Hall of Justice.
After discussion on the floor, the City Clerk was advised to return the bid
unopened to the Perkins Automatic Heating, Inc.
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE BOARD:
Mr. William E. Taylor, 221 Cornell Street, appeared before the Board in regard
to being notified that he must construct a sidewalk along the portion of his
property at 221 Cornell Street, bounding Miller Street. Mr. Taylor said that
this sidewalk would lead nowhere, and that he was not the only one in the area
that did not have sidewalks on their properties. Mr. Taylor said that to
require him to put in sidewalks and not the others, would be discriminatory.
After discussion on the floor by the Board, The following resolution was
presented:
By Comm. Putney, Seconded by Comm. Ewanicki;
RESOLVED, That Mr. Taylor not be required to construct his sidewalk, until the
Board has made a general survey and, the Policy as to what is going to be done
in that entire neighborhood.
Carried
CITY ATTORNEY"S REPORT:
Attorney Gersh reported that he received a request from the City Judge that
the Hall of Justice Building be formally dedicated, that a ceremony be held,
and a plaque be erected naming the Building the Hall of Justice.
By Comm. Putney, Seconded by Comm. Golder;
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Buildings and Grounds Committee.
Carried
SUPERINTENDENT"S REPORT:
Mr. Dingman reported that Cornelius Edsall was retiring after 37 years with the
City of Ithaca, 32 years of which he served as Grounds Foreman at Stewart Park,
at the end of this month. Mr. Dingman said that he felt an appropriate resolu-
tion was in order for his long and faithful service to the City of Ithaca. The
following resolution was presented:
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By Comm. Golder, Seconded by Comm. Parkes;
RESOLVED, That a suitable resolution be framed, and spread across the
minutes, and a copy be given to Mr. Edsall.
Carried
Comm. Putney suggested that the Stewart Park Commission be requested to draft
a similar resolution.
CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT:
Mr. Schlieder reported that Whites Nurseries is now completing the planting of
250 trees along the inlet. Mr. Schlieder said that several trees planted last
gpring, were destroyed by vandalism over the weekend.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Ewanicki, Seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the Board approve the contract between the City of Ithaca and
the Town of Lansing which provided for supplying Lansing, with up to 600,000
gallons of water per day, and
That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign the contract on
behalf of the Board of Public Works, as amended by the City Attorney.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
1. Barton Brown, Clyde & Loguidice have submitted a progress billing for
engineering and survey services in connection with the preliminary plan and
report of the Tuning Fork intersection, in accordance with their agreement
of September 19. They estimate that the surveys are 80% complete, and the
preparation of the preliminary plan is 60%.
By Comm. Clynes, Seconded by Comm. Golder;
RESOLVED, That the progress billing of Barton, Brown, Clyde and Loguidice
for engineering and surveying services in connection with the preliminary
plan of the Tuning Fork intersection, be approved in the amount of $6,200.
Carried
2. City -Owned Land at the End of Old Spencer Road -
By Comm. Clynes, Seconded by Comm. Putney;
RESOLVED, That we lease the subject property for a period until ownership
is determined, and that during this period the question of ultimate dispos-
ition and use, assuming city ownership, be the subject of further examina-
tion and coordination by and between the Planning Staff, the Finger Lakes
State Parks & Recreation Commission, owner of adjacent property, and other
concerned parties.
Carried
3. Sale of City -Owned Land at 445 Floral Avenue -
By Comm. Clynes, Seconded by Comm. Golder;
RESOLVED, That the sale of a parcel of city -owned land, containing approx-
imately 180 (one-hunderd eighty) feet frontage on Floral Avenue, under terms
similar to those employed in the agreement to sell adjacent land to Carpenter,
said sale to be made to the public at auction or by sealed bid, at an upset
price to be set by Council.
Carried
BRIDES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE
1. R. J. Martin, P.E., has submitted an interim report on the ground water
problem in the Lincoln Street area.
By Comm. Golder, Seconded by Comm. Ewanicki;
RESOLVED, That the report of R.J. Martin be referred to the Creeks and
Bridges Committee.
Carried
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BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE (Con't)
2. In the reconstruction and repair of Giles Street Bridge, the need for
additional work became evident.
By Comm. Golder, Seconded by Comm. Parkes;
RESOLVED, That the following extra work on the Giles Street Bridge contract
of June 27, 1973 be approved.
Item
18S
- 4 c.y. Class A Concrete for Structure @ $300
per c.y.
$ 1,200
Item
18X -
135 s.f. Structural Concrete Surface Repair @
$75
per square foot
10,125
Item
28S -
1200 lbs. Bar Reinforcement for Structures @
50C. perlb.
600
Item
300 -
3 c.y. Remove Existing Structural Concrete @
$340
per cubic yard
1,020
Item
305 -
31 Dowels @ $9 per each
279,
$13,224
Carried
3. H. D. Besemer, Inc. has completed the work on the repair of the Giles
Street Bridge. The work has been inspected and approved by the City Engineer.
By Comm. Golder, Seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the bill of H. D. Besemer for construction services in
connection with the repair of the Giles Street Bridge at Six Mile Creek be
approved for payment in the amount of $46,353, and
That the bill of H.D. Besemer-for extra work performed in connection with
their contract of June 27, 1973 for the repair of the Giles Street Bridge,
be approved in the additional amount of $13,224.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE
1. Bids were received on Tuesday, October 23, 1973, for the installation of
a boiler at the Hall of Justice. A canvas of the bids appears on the attached
sheet.
By Comm. Putney, Seconded by Comm. Clynes;
RESOLVED, That the contract for installing a boiler at the Hall of Justice in
accordance with the specifications of October 5, be awarded to Hull Heating
and Plumbing, Inc. for their low bid of $4,062.
Carried
2. One bid was received on Tuesday, October 23, 1973, for the operation of the
food concession at Stewart Park for the 1974 season, as follows:
Patrick Todi, Jr. - $155
By Comm. Putney, Seconded by Comm. Golder;
RESOLVED, That the bid for operating the food concession at Stewart Park for
the 1974 season be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee.
Carried
3. It now appears that the Seneca Parking Garage now under construction by
Stewart & Bennett, Inc, for the NYS Urban Development Corp. to be leased
to the City of Ithaca, will be ready for partial occupancy approximately
November 15. Assuming that the responsibility for operation of this parking
facility will fall to the Board of'Public Works.
By Comm. Putney, Seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to take such actions as
are necessary to assume occupancy and to commence operation of the Seneca
Parking Garage when the City Attorney shall have indicated that such
occupancy is in conformance with valid agreements between the City and the
NYS Urban Development Corp.
Carried
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October 24, 1973
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GODUNDS, AND PARKS COnNITTEE (Con't)
4. By Comm. Putney, Seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the bill of Ronald E. Weshe for grading at MacDaniels Park
be approved in the amount of $2,380.00.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Parkes, Seconded by Comm. Putney;
RESOLVED, That the schedule of Capital Projects dated October 16, 1973, as
requested by the Board of Public Works for 1974, be approved.
Carried
2. By Comm. Parkes, Seconded by Comm. Putney;
RESOLVED, That the following requests for transfers be approved:
From Electrician Division, Contingency Acct. A1990
To Traffic Signals Acct. A3310B, Utilities, 402
$ 1,500
From Construction & Maintenance Division, Traffic Control Acct.
A3310A, Highway & St. Equipment, 240 .50
Streets Administration Acct. A5010, Personal Services, 101 125
Garage Acct. A5132, Construction Supplies, 314 20
Bus Operation Acct. 5630, Insurance, 440 98
Contingency Acct. A1990 2,000
To Traffic Control, Acct. A3310A, Equip. Parts & Supplies,312 50
Streets Administration Acct. A5010, Telephone, 401 125
Garage, Acct. A5132, Pest Contral, 420 20
Bus Operation Acct. A5630, Telephone, 401 98
Bus Operation Acct. A5630, Parts & Supplies, 312 2,000
From Sup't. of Public Works & City Engineer, Cont. Acct. A1990 $ 385
To City Engineer Acct. A1440, Gas & Oil, 309 60
City Engineer Acct. A1440, Telephone, 401 100
Public Wks. Admin. Acct. A1490, Office Supplies, 310 50
" it it " of Telephone, 401 125
of
it it " it Advertising, 435 50
From Parks Division, Parks & Forestry Acct. A7110A, Utilities,402$ 75
Stewart Park Acct. A7110 B, Other Equipment, 250 50
Golf Course, Acct. A7250, Property Maintenance, 419 40
City Cemetary Acct. A8810, Other Equipment, 250 20
It it of Personal Services, 101 30
To Parks & Forestry Acct. A7110A,Telephone, 401 $ 75
Stewart Park, Acct. A7110B, Gas & Oil, 309 50
Golf Course, Acct. A7250, Telephone, 401 40
City Cemetery, Acct. A8810, Utilities, 402 50
Carried
3. By Comm. Parkes, Seconded by Comm. Putney;
RESOLVED, That the following request for transfer be approved:
Refuse and Garbage, A8160
From: Personal Services, 101 $ 1,500
To: Equipment Rental, 413 1,500
Carried
4. Audit:
By Comm. Parkes, Seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Audit Abstract # 20-1973 be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
OCTOBER 24, 1973
8609
Morse Chain
G2120
$ 175.00
8610
Finger Lakes State Parks Comm.
F2378
18.75
8611
Weis-Sandheim Realty
G2120
10.00
8612
Albanese Plumbing
G2122
46.00
8613
Burris Plumbing & Heating
G2122
58.00
8614
Donohue -Halverson
G2122
16.00
8615
Charles Wilson
G2122
18.00
8616
Town of Lansing
F2378
22.96
8617
Jason Fane
G2122
19.76
8618
Jamison McKinney
G2122
13.44
8619
C E Hollister
F2144
15.00
8620
Grigori Grigorov
F2144
15.93
8621
Lee Knup�enburg
F2144
31.85
8622
Johann Gebauer
G2122
3C.44
8622
it
F2144
15.93
8623
Anthony Petito
F2144
15.93
8623
" it
G2122
20.10
8624
Ithaca College
F2144
19.47
8625
Lensing W. D. # 1
F2378
55.67
8626
A. Ceracche
F2144
642.93
8627
Ides Bowling Lanes
F2144
657.64
8628
Town of Ithaca
F2378
245.40
8629
Mildred Smith
F2144
163.35
$ 2,327.55
Water 1,920.81
Sewer 406.74
APPROVED by kINANCE COMMITTEE
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776 A1710 N. Y. S. S & G. 78.00
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October 24, 1973
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
1. By Comm. Parkes, Seconded by Comm. Ewanicki;
RESOLVED, That the complaint of Rochester Time Co. in respect to the
parking control system bids submitted August 20, 1973, be rejected.
Carried
2. A copy of the Community Transit System report of operations for the period
July through September, 1973 was passed out to each Board Member.
By Comm. Parkes, Seconded by Comm. Putney;
RESOLVED, That the Community Transit System report of operations for the
period July through September, 1973 be accepted.
Carried
FOR CITY ATTORNEY TO RESEARCH New York State
Paraeraph "F" with reference to Local Law #
t
1972.
By Comm. Golder, Seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the City Attorney is hereby directed to further research the
CO applicability of New York State Home Rule Law, Art. 3, Sec. 23, Paragraph "F"
C\1 with reference to Local Law #1 Enacted February, 1972 (Sometimes called the
Robinson Law). Also the State requirement for the 7 day wai-ting period after
being laid on the desks of the Common Council.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THE City Attorney report his findings to this
Board at its next regular meeting.
Carried
PAINTING OR MARKING CURBS
Alderman Spano read a resolution that was passed by Council and referred to the
Department of Public Works as follows:
WHEREAS, painting or marking curbs is a well -accepted method of emphasizing
locations where parking is prohibited and to improve the visibility of curbs
during dark hours, and
WHEREAS, The use of such curb markings is authorized by law to supplement
parking signs and also to be used without parking signs to advise motorists
of statutory parking regulations such as at, and in advance of, crosswalks,
fire hydrants, etc., and
WHEREAS, the recommendation of the Department of Public Works regarding the use
of curb markings will be of value to Common Council,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Common Council requests the Department
of Public Works to study the advantages and disadvantages of adopting curb
markings for traffic control within the City of Ithaca and to submit its report
by the January Council meeting.
By Comm. Putney, Seconded by Comm. Golder;
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Highway Committee.
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 5:08 p.m.
Jbseph.`A. Rundle, City Clerk
Carried
Edward J. Co ey, Mayor
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SUMMARY OF BIDS ON BOILER
POR MALL OF JUSTICE
Hull Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
$ 4,062.00
802 West Seneca St.
Ithaca, New York 14850
Wilson Heating & Plumbing
4,380.00
105 Iroquois Rd.
Ithaca, N.Y. 14850
Donohue --Halverson, Inc.
4,893.00
707 Willow Ave.
Ithaca, N.Y. 14850
Hawman Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
5,900.00
R.F.D. #1, Geneva Rd.
Lyons, New York 14489
Upstate Mechanical Corp.
5,930.00
P.O. Box 4043, Timber Lane
Elmira, New York 14904
Power Engineering Corp.
9,077.00
Rt. 7, Towpath Rd.
Binghamton, N.Y. 13901
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y.
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. November 16,101
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners - (4) Clynes, Ewanicki, Golder, Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Alderman (1) Boothroyd
Sup't. of Public Works - Dingman
Ass't. to Sup't. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Schlieder
City Clerk - Rundle
MINUTES:
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED. That the minutes of the meeting
recorded by the City Clerk.
C0124UNICATIONS :
of October 24, 1973, be approved as
Carried
City Clerk Rundle read a statement to the Board from Alderman Nancy R. Meyer
as follows:
11-16-73
STATEMENT TO THE BOARD
With the election over and a new year coming up, I'd like to make a
statement as an individual Alderman expressing my hopes that the board and
council will work closely and cooperatively together for the welfare of the
city. Council has been working hard to clarify roles of the two bodies and
procedures for better efficiency. This efficiency will only happen when both
groups work as one toward the solving of our city's problems.
A year ago I spoke of the problem of communication - and encouraged the
use of memos. This year I'm suggesting we start by recognizing more clearly
which projects or situations require a line of action going from the board
to the council - or council to board: All of us need to take more respons-
ibility in making sure that line of action is followed through, as quickly
as possible; otherwise items are lost in the delay.
To Be Specific:
Items that the finance committee and capital improvements committee are
often items that involve the board. A delay on something like the D.P.W.
budget affects decisions by the council committee - which in turn affects
the activities of the D.P.W.
If requests from the Board of Public Works are ignored by Council then
again action is delayed.
So, it's the city's loss when the lines of communication and action are
inefficient. In our obligation to the tax payer it would seem appropriate
that we listen to each other better - and act in our respective offices
without mistrust.
When we have a job to do - lets do and put aside the trivia.
A year and a half ago I urged t_.:� :ity to start thinking about our
solid waste disposal process. Since t`at time, with the energy crisis at
hand it is apparent tha.r. further conc-�-,'e consideration is given.
It takes less energy to recycle I;.1.ass than to produce it from raw sand.
When all factors are considered it takes less energy to recycle paper
than to use all virg'r,. *imber.
Jack Dougherty and a r�cyclir.g plant that will pay $20 per
ton or $150 per dump truck f,:r7 will be a similar plant
in Elmira within the year. There is a real possibility of putting paper out
to bid.
I would ask the Board of Public Works to discuss the whole solid waste
program in your committees. I would ask you to do the necessary homework to
understand how the city government can take a leadership position.
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It's no longer appropriate to embark on this issue through the back
door -- It's time to deal with it directly.
It is a good issue to challenge our ability to be efficient - and to use
good communication for solving a problem involving both the Board of Public
Works and Council - Council..may have to pass ordinances regarding pickups
--- B.P.W. has to concern itself with the mechanics...
So Why Wait.
Nancy R. Meyer
Alderman "A
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE THE BOARD:
Sal Salerno Executive Director of Challenge Industries appeared before the
Board. Me Salerno said that because of the energy crisis, Challenge has
been unable to get heat to their Glass Recycling Plant. New York State Elec-
tric and Gas said they could bring gas into the building if Challenge Industries
has an alternate fuel supply. Mr Salerno said they recently purchased two
bottled gas space heaters, but they are unable to get gas for the heaters. On
cold days it is necessary to close the crushing plant, and this could create
a storage problem, if they could not keep up with the glass collection. Mr.
Salerno said what Challenge needs is a furnace, and a gas hook-up.
After discussion on the floor by the Board, the following Resolution was presented:
By Comm. Putney, seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Highways, Street Lighting and
Refuse Committee, and Staff.
Carried
MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT
Mayor Conley announced the appointment of Dr. Ralph P. Baldini to fill the
vacant seat on the Board of Public Works. Mr. Baldini will complete the term of
Former Commissioner William Downing, Jr. the term of office will expire Dec.
31, 1974. The appointment will require Common Council approval.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Sup't. Dingman gave the following report to the Board:
I have put in your hands a review of Capital Projects as of November 15,
1973, showing the unencumbered balances in the accounts with comments on the
progress. This year the department has recommended payment of, or authorized
expenditures of $655,355 of capital construction in the General Fund Account;
$53,302 of capital construction in the Water Fund Account; $119,753 of
capital construction in the Sewer Find Account. Common Council approved in
1973 new money for capital projects as follows:
$255,800 General Fund
103,270 Water Fund
38,100 Sewer Fund
I have received a letter from the Bureau of Water Management of the NYS
Department of Environmental Conservation advising me that the Corps of Engineers
will not dredge the lower sector of the Cayuga Inlet project. The dredging
project now .in progress begins at tT-- drop structure and proceeds downstream
to a point approximately 200 ft. sou_Li of the State Street Bridge. The letter
from the Bureau indicates that the spoil area on city land in the vicinity of
Cass Park which had bee-: authorized by the Board, will not be needed.
As a matter of information to the. Board, as of November 1, 1973, street
lighting in the city ',3d a total annual rate of $109,334.79. In addition to
this, $10,589.80 of li,_ting has been ordered for Cass Park, and it is estimated
that the competion of relighting the downtcn,n business district, not including
the State Street Mall, will cost an. additirual $15,400 per year. All of this
put together will give us an annual street lighting bill of approximately°
$145,650.
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REPORT OF ACTING TRAFFIC ENGINEER
November 16, 1973
Mr. Dingman Acting Traffic Engineer gave the following report:
At the November 16 meeting of the Board of Public Works, my report showed
that acting under Section 15-64, Hazardous Intersections, the Acting Traffic
Engineer established the following traffic controls at intersections which
previously had no controls.
1. Stop signs on Short Street, Franklin Street, and Jay Street at their
intersection with Auburn Street.
2. Stop sign on Oneida Place at its intersection with Dryden Road.
3. Stop sign on Oneida Place at its intersection with Oak Ave.
4. Stop sign on Dunmore Place at its intersection with East State Street.
These traffic controls will become effective when posted.
There also was an annoucement .hat the Acting Traffic Engineer and the Chief
of Police would promulgate a regulation eliminating parking of the west side of
Stewart Avenue from the north end of the intersection of DeWitt Place southerly
to the curb cut between houses No. 526 and 528. It is expected that this will
become effective some time after December 22, but before January 24, 1974.
CAMPBELL ELEVATOR MAINENANCE AGREEMENT
By Comm. Putney; seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the Maintenance Agreement with the Campbell Elevator Co. for the
City Hall Elevator at $223.52 per month, effective December 1, 1973, be approved,
Carried
STANDARDIZING NALCOLYTE 607.
Ass't. Sup't.of Public Works commented as follows:
During the past year we have been actively and exhaustively testing coagulant
aids for water treatment and are now prepared to request the BPW to recommend
to Common Council that the City standardize on the product known as NALCOLYTE
607. Extensive use of this cationic liquid polyelectrolyte indicates that
we can discontinue the use of Sulphur dioxide and also caustic soda and barring
heavy runoffs in Six Mile Creek probably reduce the use of alum by one half
or more.
This polymer is the only one tested which gave us consistent. excellent
results with our particular Six Mile Creek water. We therefore recommend
standardization for 1974 on this 607 polymer as manufactured by the Nalco
Chemical Company.
WATER AND SANITARY SE14ER COMMITTEE
By Comm. Ewanicki; seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That Chief Water Plant Operator Don Terrell be authorized to attend
a Water Quality Workshop of the American Water Works Association in Cincinnati,
Ohio, December 2 through December 5, 1973.
Carried
By Comm. Ewanicki; seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the complement of em-.yees in the Water & Sewer Division be changed
to substitute the position of Account Clerk -Typist, 40 hrs., for the present
position of Account Clerk, 40 hrs.
Carried
By Comm. Ewanicki; seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That Ass't. Sup't. of Public Works Hannan, be authorized to execute
on behalf of the city, application 'corms of the US Environmental Protection
Agency for a permit to discharge waste Ngr-ter.
Carried
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION FOR STANbARr-ZING ON NALCOLYTE 607
By Comm. Ewanicki; seconded by Comm. Clynes,
WHEREAS, the department has exhaustively tested coaguland aids for water treat-
ment and has found that a cationic liquid polyelectrolyte known as NALCOLYTE
607 obviates the use of sulphur dioxide and caustic soda and reduces by approx-
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November 16, 1973
imately 50% the need for alum, and
WHEREAS, NALCOLYTE 607 is the only cationic liquid polyelectrolyte tested
which gave consistent results with our particular water, and
WHEREAS, NALCOLYTE 607 is a unique proprietary product manufactured by only
one manufacturer,
14OW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to adopt
a resolution pursuant to Section 103 of the General Municipal Law standard-
izing NALCOLYTE 607 as the cationic liquid polyelectrolyte to be used as a
coaguland aid in the Water Treatment Plant of the City of Ithaca, and that
said Common Council authorize the Board of Public Works to advertize for bids
thereon.
Carried
By Comm. Ewanicki; seconded by Comm. Putney,
In regard to the Water Bill for the Strand Theater,
RESOLVED, That the penalty'be_overlooked, and that the sewer charge be expunged.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the matter of the encroachment by the developers of the Ramada
Inn into the right of way of West Clinton Street, be referred to the City
Attorney for appropriate action.
Carried
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the Parking Committee and staff look into the Traffic problems
on the two-way block of Seneca St. between the Bridge and Fulton St.
Carried
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the Building and Grounds Committee investigate the proper
seating arrangement for the Board of Public Works, and report back to the Board
by the first meeting in January.
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE
Ind-Com Painting, Inc., has completed the painting of Stewart Ave. Bridge
in accordance with their bid of June 11, 1973. The work has been inspected
and approved by the City Engineer.
By Comm. Golder; seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the bill of Ind-Com Painting, Inc. for the painting of Stewart
Ave. Bridge over :all Creek, be approved in the amount of $10,670.
Carried
By Comm. Golder; seconded byComm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the interim report o:, the ground water problem in the Lincoln
Street area prepared by R. J. Martiti, Consulting Engineer, and dated October
1973, be approved.
Carried
By Comm. Golder; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the bill r<f R: J. Martin, P.E., for professional services in
connection with the preparation of an interim report on ground water conditions
in the Fall Creek area, be approved in t ,- amount of $3,000.
Carried
By Comm. Golder; seconded byComm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to proceee. with the installation
of the ground water observation wells in the Fall Creek area as recommended in
the report of R. J. Martin.
BOARD U1 PULLIC 'WORKS PROCE DINGS
ACCOUNTS R1-CEiVA%-1,E
NOVEM13= R 14, 1973
8630
Francis Munch
G2122
16.61
8631
Christian Otto
G2122
19.76
8632
helen P. Jackson
G212:-
19.76
8633
William L. Sullivan Jr.
G2122
19.76
8634
Schuykill Investors inc.
F'2144
1,039.33
8635
Town of Lansing
1'2378
19.47
8636
LeGrande Chase
12144
15.93
8637
R. H. Park Inc.
12144
103.11
8637
R. H. Park Inc.
G2122
68.74
8638
Larry Fresinki
F'2144
251.84
8638
►► if
G2122
76.56
8639
Orson Ledger
F2144
76.10
8640
Jason Fane
12144
11.20
8641
Kennilworth Associates
F2144
14.91
8642
Mrs, Hildebrand
F2144
15.00
8643
City of Ithaca
F2655
565.82
86"
City of Ithaca
12655
560.12
8645
associated Holdings of Ithaca
1,2142
8/76
8646
A. J. Eckert Co. Inc.
F2650
89.64
8647
Stan Payne Cons.
F2650
78.36
3,070.78
hr. 2,849.59
SR, 221.19
777
New York State Electric & Gas Corp.
A1710
23,672.00
778
it is it if ►i ►i 11
A1710
1,729.00
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMITTEE
779 Neil `York Suite Llectric « Gas Corp. ;,250/0 1.5.00
780 20.00
En
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ivembcr 15, 1973
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMENDED Tha: the �,enartme it institute a ij..;;gram of
observation of these wells, and to send reports of their logs to Mr. Martin for
use in the preparation of his final report and recommendation.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE
By Comm. Putney; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the proposal of Patrick Todi, Jr., for operation of the food
concession at Stewart.Park for the 1974 season, be rejected because of the
possibility of a future recommendation for a change in operation.
Carried
Mayor Conley has received requests for monthly parking in the Seneca Street
Parking Garage.
By Comm. Putney; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That action on making monthly parking, available in the Seneca Street
Parking Garage be deferred until the first of the year.
Carried
By Comm. Putney; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works request the appropriate Committee of
Common Council to do something about the programming, and the public relations
at the Cass Park Rink.
Carried
FINAP.CE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL I14PROVEMENTS CO"ItIlITTEE
By Comm. Golder; seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the complement of employees in the Construction and Maintenance
Division office be amended to provide for a Senior Account Clerk in place of an
Account Clerk, effective January 6, 1974.
Carried
By Comm. Golder; seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the following transfer in the Traffic Signals Account be approved:
From Acct. A3310B, Contractual Services, 407
To Acct.A3310B, Equipment Parts & Supplies, 312 $100
Carried
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the Board approval the appointments of Richard Joseph as a
Laborer II in the Construction & Maintenance Division at $2.60 per hour,
effective November 18s 1973.
Carried
By Comm. Golder; seconded byComm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the Board approval the promotion of Ernest A. Vann as a Bus
Driver in the Transit Division at $3.71 per hour, effective November 4, 1973.
Carried
By Comm. Golder; seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the budget proprsals of 1974 as prepared by the department be
approved for transmittal to the Controller's Office, along with attached
equipment lists.
Carried
By Comm. Golder; seconded by Comm.
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and a--_;:-,.ed by the France Committee as listed
on Audit Abstract #21-1973 be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
November 16, 1973
PARKMG , TRAFFIC AND TBjPA1'CO10tTPTEE
By Comm. Clynes; secondeh by Comm, 'Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Aft*kv not4W kth pleasure the favorable
convents on the recent transit stdfr about oot,,transit employees.
Carried
INSTALLATION OF FENCING AND GATES IN DASHERBOARD SYSTEM AT CASS PARK
By Comm. Putney; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the payment to Ames of Ithaca for the installation of fencing
and gates in the dasherboard system of the Skating Fink at Cass Park in acgot-
dance with the specifications of September 10, 1973, in the amount of $6,400:00
be approved.
Carried
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 5:04 p.m.
seph A. Rundle, City Clerk
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Regular Meeting
BOARD OP PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA. •N.Y.
4:00 P.M.
PRESENT:
Commissioners (5) Clynes, Ewanicki, Golder, Parkes, Putney
ABSENT:
Mayor - Conley
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen - Bar ber,.,Boothroyd,• Meyer, Spano
Sup't..of Public Works - Dingman I
Asst. Supt.-of Public Works - Hannan
Asst. to Sup't. of Public Wokks - Dougherty
City Engineer - Schlieder
City Attorney. Gersth
City Clerk. - Rundle .
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November 28,•_1973
In the absence of Mayor Conley, Vice Chairman Putney chaired the meeting.
MINUTES:
By Comm. Golder; seconded"by Comm. tlynes,
RESOLVED, .That thet minutes "6f the meeting of November 16, 1973, be approved
as recorded by the City Clerk.
COMMUNICATIONS.:
City Clerk Rundle read the following letter from the New York State Electric
and Gas Corporation:
November 27, 1973 '
The Honorable Edward J. Conley
Ithaca, N.Y.
1
Dear_ Mayor Conley:
New York State Electric & Gas Corporation is establishing a program to bill
customers now taking electric service under a lesser contract rate, at the
appropriate filed tariff rates. The rate under which you have been billed for
electric services at various locations in the City of Ithaca was established
under contract between us dated March 9, 1939.
For this reason, we are at this time notifying you of the termination of
our contract for electric service effective as of February 28, 1974. We
wily continue to serve your requirements under our tariff as filed with
the Public Service Commission with modifications as outlined below.
In order to reduce the impact of the filed tariff rates we propose to put
them -into effect in increments. As of March 1, 1974 your billings will be
increased 20% for a 12 month period, at the end of that'12 months the billing
will again be increased by 20%. If necessary, these incremental increases
will continue in like fashion until you reach a point where your billings are
equivalent to the filed tariff rate. From that point on you will continue
to be billed at the appropriate filed tariff rate. This proposed procedure
is covered on the attached service application which we ask you to execute
and :return to us.
A copy of the appropriate filed tariff is enclosed.
Very truly yours,
J. A. Carrigg
General Manager
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After discussion by the Board the following Resolution was presented:
By Comm. Putney; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Finance Committee, and request
from the City Attorney the exact status of the City's contracts with the New
York State Gas and Electric Corp. as regards to their rights of way and other
things in the city.
Carried
PERSONS APPr:%RING BEFORE THE BOARD:
Mr. Wayne R. Steinbaugh, 7 Woodland Place appeared before the Board and asked
what the disposition of the request to have the sandbars removed from Fall
Creek. These sandbars prevent the ice from moving down, and it backs up
Mr. Steinbaugh said when the ice backs up it causes damage to 4'a foundations
of the homes.
By Comm. Putney; seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to Bridges, Creeks, and Storm Drainage
Committee, and staff and report back to the Board at its next meeting.
Carried
Mr. Haus, Director of the Transportation for Cornell Unversity, appeared
before the Board and said he sent a letter to Mr. Dingman as follows:
November 14, 1973
Robert Dingman
Superintendent of Public Works
Ithaca, New York
Dea� Mr. Dingman:
Recently our Department of Buildings & Properties brought a matter to my
attention which is of some concern to them (see attached letter). Basic-
ally, the problem involves the service entrance to Noyes Student Union
located on Stewart Avenue to which there is not proper access given the fact
that vehicles are parked on the directly -opposite side of the street. My
department has recommended that the optimum solution would be to eliminate
enough of this parking in the appropriate area in order to preclude the damage
which is now occurring to the stone wall and to provide for a safer manner
of entry and egress.
After discussing the matter briefly with Jim Parkes, who is a member of the
Board of Public Works, I was informed that the appropriate manner of proceed-
ing would be for me to request that this issue be placed at some future date
on the agenda of BPW. By this letter, I am making this request and would be
happy to come at the Board's convenience to such a meeting to explain the
University's position on this and make the recommendation of my office and the
Department of Buildings & Properties.
Thank you very much. If there is any further information you need to know
plea$e don't hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely yours,
Lance W. Haus
Director of Transportation
By Comm. Parkes; seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to Parking, Traffic & Transit Committee.
Carried
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November 28, 1973
ALTERNATE RAW WATER SUPPLY ACCOUNT (Ca ital Acct. H990-59)
Alderman Barber asked the Board why the alternate water supply account could
not be closed out.
After discussion by the Board the following Resolution was presented:
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to Water and Sanitary Sewer Committee.
Carried
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Sub t. Dingman reported that Alderman Jones requested an answer to her memo
to the Board in respect to Capital Improvements. Mr. Dingman e.-°d Alderman
Jones is unwilling to bring this report of the Capital Improve«.:nts Review
Committee to Common Council until she has had a reaction of the Board of
Public Works and the Planning Board. Mr. Dingman said that the Board has
not had time to review this report.
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That the Board meet within the next
the Superintendent, to review this report.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE
few days,time to be set by
Carried
By Comm. Ewanicki; seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to solicit bids for the 1974
chemical requirements for water treatment and sewage treatment.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to increase the funds avail-
able in Capital Account No. H890-33, Urban Renewal Traffic Loop, by $150,000
to provide for the reconstruction of the Tuning Fork intersection.
AYES (4)
NAYS (1) Parkes
Purity Icecream Co. has requested that a portion of Hancock Street between
Routs 13 and Cascadilla Street be made available for sale. The area
requested lies in the unopened portion of Hancock Street.
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the request of Purity Icecream Co. Be referred to the Highway
Committee.
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE -. No Report.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE
City Code Amended
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the regulations of the Board of Public Works as codified in
Section 17-6 of the City Co".e be amend~.11 by the addition of a Paragraph C
which will provide that the Municipal Golf Course shall be open for business
not earlier than April 1 nor '.,e.'_er than November 15 on such dates as the
Superintendent shall determine.
Carried
Extension of Project (Cass Park)
By Copim. Golder, SeconC3d by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to request and extension of the
contract between the City of Ithaca and the NYS Office of Recreation which
will provide for the extension of project No.36-00053 - Cass Park, to be
extended to June 30, 1974.
Carried
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Campbell Elevator Co.
By Comm. Golder-, seconded by Comm:. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the proposal_of .C,ampbell..Elevator Co. for the installation
of addtional controls on the City Hall elevator as outlined in their
letter of November 15, be rejected on the grounds that tho proposals do
not appear to be of any great value in our installation.
Carried
Cortland Paving Co.
By Comm. Golder; seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That the invoice of Cortland Paving Co. for payment for services
in connection with the.conmruction of playground facilities on `-he grounds
of South Hill School in accordance with the contract awarded c:: June 27,
1973, be approved in the amount of $14,621.
Carried
White Nursery
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the invoice of White Nursery for the planting of the balance
of 233 crabapple trees in accordance with the contract awarded them November
8; 1972, be approved in the amount of $2,844.
Carried
Warren Brothers Roads Co.
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That payment requisition No. 4, Warren Brothers Co., for construc-
tion services in connection with the development of Cass Park, be approved
In the amount of $51,754.66.
Carried
Lighting at Cass Park
Aldirman Boothroyd asked the Board what the present status was regarding
the Lighting of the Cass Park Rink Parking Lot. Mr. Boothroyd said alot of
people are using the parking lot, and it is very dark.
After discussion by the Board the following resolution was presented:
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Superintendent for action,
with power to act.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE
Appointments
By Comm. Parkes, seconded by Comm. Golder,.
RESOPED, That the following appointments be approved:
Water & Sever Division
1: firs. Antoinette Napier, and Accoupt Clerk -Typist - 40 hrs.
At $5,431 per year, effective November 20, 1973.
2. William R. Baker, a Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee at
$6,238 per year, effective November 28, 1973. This is a
permanent appointment for Air. Baker who has now passed his
Civil Service examination.
Carried
Buildings & Grounds Division
By Comm. Parkes, seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the following be approved,
1, John Sladich, a Laborer Ii at $2.60 per hour, effective November 19, 1973.
2. Dennis Rumsey, be promoted to Grounds Foreman, at $4.06 per hour,
effective December 2, 1973.
Carried
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November 28, 1973
Transfers
By Comm. Parkes; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the following transfers in the accounts of the department
are recommended:
From:
Refuse
& Garbage, Acct. A8160, Personal Services, 101
$2,100
To:
Refuse
& Garbage, Acct. A8160, Equip. Supplies, 312
1,500
and Gas & Oil, 309
600
From:
Maint.
of Rds-Patching Acct. A5110B, Personal Services, 101
1,620
Maint.
of Rds-Surface Treat, A5110C, Personal Services, 101
925
TO:
Maint.
of Rds-Hwys.,Acct. A5110A, Personal Services, 101
2,545
Ca::-. ied
New York State Elec. & Gas - Street Opening Permits
By Comm. Parkes;seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the Finance Department bill No. 777 dated November 12, 1973,
to the NYS Electric & Gas Corp. for street opening permits be expunged in
the amount of $15.
Carried
Audit
By Comm. Parkes; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Audit Abstract #22-1973 be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
West Village/Chestnut St. - Even -Odd Parking
David M. Abbott of West Village Place has requested that West Village Place
and Chestnut Street Extension be exempted from the odd -side, even -side parking
regulations within the limits of the West Village project. He states that the
density of the residences fronting on these two streets make compliance
virtually impossible because one side of the street could not accommodate
the number of cars that were owned by the residents.
Mr. Abbott further states that his organization cleans the streets within
the project and expects to remove the snow from them.
By Comm. Parkes; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the request of Mr. Abbott be referred to the Parking & Traffic
Committee.
Carried
Curb Parking on Stewart Ave.
By Comm. Parkes; seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the Committee recommends that, curb parking be eliminated on
the west side of Stewart Avenue from the curb cut between houses 526 and 528
to the intersection of Stewart Ave. and the north end of DeWitt Place for a
trial period of 90 days. The trial period should start sometime between
December 22 and January 24,- i.e., between the end of Fall Term final exams
and Spring term registration at Cornell.
During this trial period the DPW will study the traffic situation and
recommend permanent ircprover--rts. Such recommendations will be designed
preliminarily and cost estimz.-ced with an eye to establishing them as future
Capital Improvements in the City's budget.
Carried
Alternate Raw Water Supply Account - Capital Acct. H890-59
Comm. Ewanicki requested that this item be brought back on the floor for
further discussion.
After discussion on the floor the following Resolution was presented:
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November 28, 1973
By Comm. Ewqnicki; seconded by Comm. Clynes,
Repolved, That the Raw Water Supply Account, Capital Acct. 11890-59 be retained.
AYES (4)
NAYS (1) Parkes
Carried
Trees Along the Inlet
Alderman Barber reported that several trees have been broken, and he wondered
if it was possible to get more Police protection in that area.
By Comm. Clynes; seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the Police Department be requested to increase its patrol of
the area, in an attempt to cut down the vandalism.
Carried
Sludge Program
Alderman Meyer passed out copies of articles of communities that are actively
engaged in Sludge Salvage programs. Mrs. Meyer commented that she was again
asking the Board investigate the possible use of sludge on the Golf Course
and possible Cass Park.
New York State Home Rule Law, Art. 3, Section 23, Paragraph 'T' with reference
to Local Law #1, Enacted February, 1973.
Comm. Golder asked City Attorney Gersh the status of his report, and if he
had received an opinion from the Attorney General's office. Mr. Gersh said
it was his understanding that the Board requested him to research the Law,
and in his opinion the Laws are legal.
By Comm. Golder; seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That the City Attorney write the Attorney General's office for his
opinion.
Carried
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 5:28 p.m.
J&—eph'A, Rundle, City Clerk
dward J. Con Mayor j�
9
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
Regular Meeting 4:00 P.M. December 12, 1973
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (6) Baldini, Clyneso Ewanicki, Golder, Parkes, Putney
OTHERS PRESENT:
Alderman (5) Barber, Boothroyd;'11eyer,
Nichbls, Spano
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman
Asst. to Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Schlieder
City Attorney - Gersh
City Clerk - Rundle.
OATH OF OFFTCE - RALPH P. BALDINI
Asst. Supt. of Public Works - Hannan
Ralph P. Baldini"received the oath of office as Commissioner of the Board of
Public Works, term to expire Dec. 31, 1974, and was seated on the Board.
MINUTES:
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the meeting, -of November 28, 1973, be approved as
recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORL ThE BOARD:
Mr. Wayne R. Steinbaugh - 7 Woodland Place appeared before the Board. Mr.
Steinbaugh remarked that he had appeared before the Board at the November 28,
1973 meeting and asked to have the sandbars removed from Fall Creek. Comm.
Golder had promised him that his committee would contact him and ccme down and
look at the problem. Mr. Steinbaugh said that no one has contacted. him. --Comm.
Golder arranged a Friday morning meeting December 14, 1973 at 8:30 a.m. on the
Fall Creek Bridge on Cayuga St.
Ur. Orson R. Ledger, 209 First St., appeared beforethe Board. Mr. Ledger said
that he appeared before Council, and is now requesting the Board to give some
leniency on the plumbing requirements so the landlords can do their own plumbing
in their own buildings. Mr. Ledger said he has been doing his own plumbing with
a permit for the past four years, this summer the city decided this was illegal
and stopped him.
Attorney Gersh commented that the policy of the Board of Public Works from
preventing someone in Mr. Ledger's status from doing his own plumbing,, is a
valid procedure. Mr. Gersh said that he felt that he would have no problem
defending this policy in court. Mr. Gersh commented that nothing in the state
law would prevent the Board from modifying that policy, if they so wished, to
permit people in Mr. Ledger's status to do their -own plumbing work. If the
Board was inclined to do this, the basis would be that a test would be given to
determine if someone like Mr. Ledger was qualified to do his own work. Perhaps
the degree of qualification might be less if he is doing work on his own property,
this is a policy to be determined by the Board.
After discussion on the floor, the following resolution was presented.
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By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Water and Sanitary Sewer Committee
for study and report at the next meeting.
Carried
Mayor Conley informed newly appointed Comm. Baldini that he was assigned to the
Bridges, Creeks and Storm Drainage Committee, Chairman of the Finance, Accounts
and Capital Improvements Committee, and Vice Chairmaa of the Parking, Traffic and
Transit Committee.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT - Ramada Inn Encroachment
City! Attorney Gersh reported that he has brought to the attention of the
Ramada Inn Developers of their apparent encroachment on the Clinton St. side.
Mr. Gersh said that he had discussed this with Mr. Walter Wiggins.
LOCAL LAWS
Attorney Gersh commented that he has written to the Attorney General's Office
regarding the Local Laws passed in January, and will report to the Board when
a reply is received.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Mr. Dingman commented that he had received a certificate of honor presented
to the Department of Public Works by the Liberty Hyde Bailey Men's Garden Club
of Ithaca is recognition of the development of the Cass Park project where
citizens of all ages may enjoy its beauty and recreational facilities..
By Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That this certificate be turned over to the 'arks Division for display
in a suitable location.
Carried
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE
Water Fund Budget - 1974 - The operating budgets for the Watei Division as
previously submitted to you total $573,175. In addition to these sums, there
is undistrubuted insurance, taxes on city property, and a Contingent Account
equaling $68,000. $49,000 must be added for General Fund services, $107,200
for employee benefits, and $88,200 for debt services, making a Water Fund budget
total for 1974 of $885,575. The estimated revenue for 1974 is $750,000. There
is also available a surplus from 1972 of $16,000, an excess of revenue in 1973
over the budgeted amount of $25,000, and a surplus of approximately $128,000
from 1973 operations. The total money available to meet the budget is then
$919,000, leaving approximately $33,425 available for capital projects.
By Comm. Ewanicki, seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That this $33,425 be placed in the Contingency Account rather than
in the Capital Account in the tentative budget.
Carried
Sewer operating Budget - 1974 - The 1974 Sewer operating budget as submitted
to you was $395,050. In addition to this, there is undistributed insurance
and a Contingent account amounting to $56,000. General Fund services amount
to $32,000, employee benefits to $74,000, and debt services to $142,108, making
the Sewer Fund 1974 budget total $699,158. The 1974 estimated sewer revenues
is $700,000. In addition, there is a surplus in for 1972 of $313,000. There
will be no excess revenue in 1973; however, surplus from the operating budget
in 1973 will be $60,000, making a total estimated funds available for the
1974 budget $1,073,000.
By Comm. Ewanicki, seconded by Comm. Putney,
jESOLVED, That this $300,000 be undistributed in the tentative budget for 1974.
Carried
BOARD OF' PULLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVAFLE
NOVEMMR 28, 1973
8648
Elsie Linderberry
G2122
15.24
8649
Leo Simpson
G2122
13.85
8650
Elizabeth C. Greison
G2122
20.00
8651
John MacLean
12144
163.93
86-51
John MacLean
G2122
102,62
8652
Cornell University
G2120
19,867.50
8653
Town of Newfield
F2378
42.23
8654
Finger Lakes Construction
F2144
434.50
8655
Donohue -Halverson
G2122
186.3,4
8656
Robert Clausen
F2144
16.23
8657
Cerrache
F2144
228.59
8657
Cerrache
G2122
152.40
8658
Town of Ithaca
F2378
251.44
8659
Lucinda P. Machen
12144
15.00
8660
Lansing,, Water List. # 2
12378
222.76
8661
Malcolm hunter
F2144
67.32
8661
Malcolm Hunter
G2122
44.88
8662
Malcolm Hunter
F`2144
103.17
8662
Malcolm Hunter
G2122
68.78
8663
Elsa Laut,engayer
G2122
15.24
8664
C.B. & M.M. Shulman
F2144
91.81
8664
C.B. & M.M. Shulman
G2122
61.20
8665
R. Morusty
G2122
14.00
8666
hull Heating & Plumbing
G2122
20.00
8667
R. Morusty N. E. Plumbing
G2122
25.00
8668
Albanese Plumbing;
G2122
324.00
8669
Burris Plumbing & Heating;
G2122
28.00
TOTAL 22,586.03
?b+ater 10626,98
Sewer 20,959.05
APPROVED BY iiNANCE COMMITTEE
781 New York State Electric & Gas A2560 10.00
-3- December 12, 1973
By Comm. Ewanicki, seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED; That Water & Sewer Division bill No. 8663 to Elsa Laubengaydr, be
expu:}ged .
Carried
Bids were received on Monday, December 10, for the annual chemical requirements
of the Water & Sewer Division as follows:
CATIONIC LIQUID POLYELECTROLITE
HYDRATED LIME
American Cyanamid - $.3226 per lb. for Magnifloc 575C
No bidders
COAGULANT AID
Ccmmercial Chemical Co. - $.363 per lb.
O'Brien Industries - $.316 per lb.
LIQUID SULPHATE OF ALUMINA
Holland' Co. - $73.95 per retton
American Cyanamid - $84.95'per net ton
Essex Co. - $79.95 per net 'ton
Allied Chemical Co. - $81.80 per net ton
FERRIC CHLORINE
No bidders
LIQUID CHLORINE
Nyclor, Inc. - $.08 per lb.
By Comm. Ewanicki, seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, THat tha contracts for supplying the annual.chemical requirements
of the Water & Seweir'Division in accordance with the specifications of November
20, 1973, be awarded as follows:
Cationic Liquid Polyelectrolyte - Reject bid. Does not meet specifications
Coagulant Aid - To O'Brien Industries for their low bid of $.316 per lb.
Liquid Sulphate of Alumina - To Holland Co. for their low bid of $73.95
per net ton.
Liquid Chlorine -,To,Nyclor, Inc. for their low bid of $.08 per lb.
IT IS FURTHER RECOMMENDED That the Sup't. be authorized to readvertise for sup-
pliers of Cationic Liquid Polyelectrolyte, Hydrated Lime,, and Ferric,Chloride.
AMENDING RESOLUTION,
By Comm. Clynes, seconded by Comm., Ewanicki,:
RESOLVED, That'the late bid for Ferric Chloride from Ashland,Chem,.cal Co. be
accepted.
Carried
A vote on the main resolution as amended resulted as follows:
AYES (6)
NAYS (0)
Carried
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BIDDING PROCEDURES RESOLUTION
December 12, 1973
By Comm. Putney, seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the bidding procedures be reffered to the City Attorney and the
Finance Dept. for possible revision immediately.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHT AND REFUSE C011IITTEE
Allen Street as Public Way
By Comm. Clynes, seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the request of Mr. Moore for the establishment of Allen Street
as a public way, be denied.
Carried
Purity Icecream
By Cqmm. Clynes, seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED,That Purity Icecream Co. be requested to present an exact survey of that
portion of the bed of Hancock Street that they propose to buy or lease from the
city; the survey to take into consideration the existance of a trunk sewer
now in the bed of t;he street and the need for a 20 foot easement lying 10 feet
either side of said trunk sewer, for repair and maintenance.
Carried
Cass 'Park knighting
The 14YS Electric & Gas Corp. has presented a proposal for temporary lighting
in the vicinity of the skating rink at Cass Park. This temporary lighting
would require the erection of two wood pules; one in front of the rink, and
one between the entrance roads to the parking lot. There would be a 400-watt
mercury lamp on the former and a 1,000-watt mercury lamp on the latter. The
Electric Corp. proposes a charge of $217 per year for placing these poles and
lights, and also a charge for removal xthen the underground system is in pidee.
By Comm. Clynes, seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That thh proposal of the NYS Electric and Gas Corp. for tempordry
lighting of the parking lot at. Cass Park risk, be approved,
Carried
Asphalt paver. By Comm. Clynes, seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That this Board reaffirm to the Common Council the importance of
including $23,000 in Account A5110A for the purchase of an asphalt paver.
Carried
By Comm. Clynes seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the Finance Department's bill No. 781 to the NYS Electric A
Gas Corp. in the amount of $10, be expunged.
Carried
DEDICATION OF THE PAVILION AT CASS PARK BY THE KIWANIS CLJB.
Comm. Clynes requested the Mayor to set a date for the dedication ceremony.
EMPLOYEES EXITING FROM THE GUN CO. DURING LUNCH TIME
Comm. Ewanicki called the Board's attention to the fact that people leaving
the Gun Co. building walk into the direct line of traffic which is causing a
very dangerous condition. This condition is a result of the Gun Co. Building
on the encroachment granted by the city.
By Comm. Ewanicki, seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Highway Committee.
Carried
WILLIAMS GLEN ROAD
Comm. Clynes asked for a staff report on status of Williams Glen Road.
City Engineer Schlieder reported that they have the base plans, and information.
Mr. Schlieder said its just a matter of putting them on the drawing board.
L0r'hJ Of ?UL'L1C ';OIt`�S 'i?CCLI?D1NGS
6, 1973
8670
Louis Fa.bi
G2122
15,76
8671
Victor G. Inman
G2122
15.24
8672
Sal Pirro
G2122
15.214
8673
l ovin of -theca,
123 78
ll � 62
8674
Cornell university
:'2144
04,06
8675
Cornell University
12650
41-15
8676
'Town of Ithaca
I'2378
198,47
8677
Village of Cayuga 1'ts.
I.-'2378
1u6,56
8678
l owii of La.ssin,
. ,_ ; 78
90-74
8679
nenneth S. lirown
G2122
15.2k,
8680
amity of Ithaca
112655
700-77
1273-37
TOT1,L
1338X5
:.1'','I Tc 65.4j.8
!`,. !'i:CVi:D Lil' t 1P''1•.:�:''.F CCt�i,i1'"iiE
782 PYew York Stete Ll ctric & :ias Corp. A1710 2.00
97
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BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE
IT IS RECOMMENDED That Modjeski & Masters' bill for field !inspection services
in connection with the repair of the Giles Street Bridge, be approved in the
amount of $264,63.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE - No Report.
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE
Appointments - By Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the following appointements be approved:
Engineering Division
Arthur M. Santora, a Sr. Engineering Aide (provisional) at $6,654
per year, effective December 3, 1973.
Parks Division
Laborers I at $2.50 per hour:
a. James Shelton, effective December 3, 1973
b. Seymour King, effective December 5, 1973.
Water & Sewer Division
Jeffrey Brainard, a Laborer III at $2.69 per hour, effective Nov.
29, 1973.
Carried
Convalescence Leave - By Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the convalescence leave of absence previously granted to Charles
Blake in the Water & Sewer Division be extended through January 31, 1974.
Carried
Rate of Pay - By Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm. Ewanicki,
RESOLVED, That the action of the November 28 meeting promoting Denis Rumsey be
revised to show that the rate is $4.22 per hour, effective December 2, 1973.
Carried
Transfers
By Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, THAT the following transfers be approved:
Construction & Maintenance Division
From Utility Patching, A5650B, Gas & Oil, Line 309 $220
Street Resurfacing, A5650B, Gas & Oil, Line 309 110
To Highways, A5110A, Gas & Oil, Line 309 330
Water & Sewer Division
From Sewer Contingency $2,400
To Sewage Treatment Plant, G8130, Chemicals, Line 315
Carried
I have handed to Board members notes on a meeting held November 30 to discuss
the tentative report of the Capital Improvements Review Committee. These notes
were conveyed to the C.I.R.C. at a meeting held December 6.
Audit
By Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, THAT the bills audited approved by the Finance Committee as listed
on audit abstract #23-1973 be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
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PARKING. TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COPDIITTEE
December 12, 1973
Traffic Signal at Cascadilla & Meadow Streets
By Cgmm. Parkes, seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the Clerk be requested to inquire of the Department of Trans-
portation what action they have taken on the Board's request of August 8 with
respect to the traffic signal at Cascadilla and Meadow Streets.
Removal of Parking Spaces -Cornell U. - The request from Cornell University
for the removal of parking spaces on Stewart Avenue opposite the entrance
to Noyes Student Union, is still in committee.
Cascadilla Creek Walls
Alderman Spano commented that the walls on the South side of Casdadilla Creek
between Aurora, Tioga, and Cayuga St. are crumbling. :Ir. Spano said that he
had received several telephone calls from concerned residents in that area.
City Engineer Schlieder reported that the Engineering Dept. is in the process
of drawing up contracts for the repair of these walls.
The use of Paving between the Sidewalk and the Street.
Alderman Boothroyd asked the Board if they would research the possibility of
using proper blacktop material to cover this area.
Superintendent Dingman commented that he would look into the matter.
Street Signs
Alderman Aichols commented that the street signs in the city are so ugly, and
so ununiformed, and a large number are missing. Mrs. Nichols said that she
would like to see x new design, and suggested that the signs be raised out of
the reach of vandals.
By Comm. Clynes, seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, Thai this matter be referred to the Highway Committee to consider
Elevation only.
Carried
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 5:12 p.m.
JO.eph A: Rundle, City Clerk
Edward J, Conley, Mayor
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Regular Meeting
PRESENT:
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITF,ACA. Y.Y.
4:00 p.m.
Mayor - Conley
Commissioners (5) Baldini, Clynes, Golder, Parkes, Putney.
OTHERS PRESENT:
Aldermen (2) Nichols, Meyer
Sup't. of Public Works - Dingman
Ass't. to Sup't. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Schlieder
Building Commissioner - Jones
City Clerk - Rundle
December 26, 1973
MINUTES:
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, That. the minuted of December 12, 1973 be approved as recorded by
the City Clerk.
Carried
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE THE BOARD:
Mr.George E. Theodosious 234 Linden Ave. appeared before the Board and said -
that he had .parked his car.on Bryant AVe. the evening of November 26, 1973, and
that when he went to get -his car, he found that it had been towed away. Mr.
Theodosiou said that the side he parked on was not,marked by any no,parking
sigps. Mr. Theodosiou said the acting City Judge Barrett dismissed the traffic
ticket, and that he felt that he should not have to pay the towing charge of
$18;19.
After discussion by the Board the following resolution was presented:
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Parking and Traffic Committee,
Carried
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
SID ALKS:
Superintendent Dingman reported that the Dept. of Public Works has received
several complaints that sidewalks have not been cleared of snow. The regula-
tions of the Board of Public Works in the City Ordinance Chapter 19 paragraph
77 provide that all persons owning property on a public street must keep their
sidewalk in front of their property clear of snow and ice and another obstruc-
tioA. In case of failure to clean their sidewalks within a reasonable time,
which will be determined by the Superintendent, they may be cleaned by the
city at the expense of the property owner. The charge for cleaning the side-
walk would be twenty-five cents per lineal foot, with a minimum charge of
$10.00 per cleaning. Mr. Dingman said he was preparing a memo to his people
for handling such complaints.. When the complaints are received the property
owners will be notified to .clean their walks, failure to do so will result in
city forces cleaning the walk, and the owner will be billed. If the bills are
not paid the City Chamberlain will be requested to add the bill to the tax
roll.
ACCIDENT IN PARKING STRUCTURE
S�inte.ndent•Dingman reported that an accident had occurred in the parking
stp�Cture„_ecember 20, 1973. Mr, Dingman said that Stewart and Bennett had
giv, him ,an estimate of $1500.00 to repair the cables and a cement panel.. The
citjwill=be reimbursed by insurance. Mr. Dingman requested the Board to author-
ize him to have this work done.
By 'Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm. Clynes,
RESOLVED, THAT the Superintendent be authorized to have these repairs completed
by Stewart and Bennett.
Carried
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WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE - No Report.
HIGIiWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE - No Report.
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE C0144ITTEE - No Report.
December 26, 1973
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE
By Comm. Putney, seconded by Comm. Golder,
RESOLVED, That the Building and Grounds Committee study the advisability of
discontinuing the occupancy of the old Lehigh Valley freight shed on Taughan-
nock Blvd. and order its demolition. -
Carried
By Comm. Putney, seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That the Clerk be requested to request the Navy Department to issue
a license for the continued occupancy of the Community Service Building during
1974.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE
By Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm.'Colder,
RESOLVED, That the Common Courzil be requested to mdke the following transfer
In the accca:nts of the department.
From Account A8745, Flood & Erosion Control, Line 101 • $1500
and from Line 314," 500
To Account A5110A, Maintenance of Roads, Line 312 $2000
iis't-tansfer is needed for repairs to a roller which must be done during the
son.
Carried
AUDIT - By Comm. Baldini, seconded by Comm. Parkes,
RESOLVED, That the bills audited by the Finance Committee as listed on audit
abstract #24-1973 be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
PARSING, TRAFFIC AND TAANSIT COMMITTEE
Bid$ were received at 3 p.m. today, Wednesday, December 26, 1973 on parking
meters. One bid was received as follows:
Rockwell Model 'N' automatic meters with Safe -Guard housings $74.00
each.
Rockwell Model 'N' automatic parking meters with standard aluminum
housings $57.00 each.
By Cb m;. Parkes, secctided by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying approximately 100 parking meters
in gccordance with the specifications of December 11, 1973, be awarded to
Rockwell Mfg. Co. for their low bid as indicated above.
Carried
By Comm. Parkes, seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the privilege of validation of parking tickets for parking lot
"D" and the Seneca Parking Garage by First National Ithaca be extended for the
year 1974 or until such lesser time as the Board establishes a different policy
with respect to validation.
Carried
The Superintendent received a letter from Mary Ann McNeil of Eastwood Avenue.
She requests that bus service be extended up East State Street to Cornell Street
to Ithaca Road, to serve the residents of the Eastwood Manor and of the Fairview
Heights development.
b0i: RD Or ?Ui>LiC WORKS PROCF1D1%S
At'dCUU 47S RECE1VALLE
DECEREER 26, 1973
8681
V. D. Hart
G2122
19.76
8682
Lill Aanos
G2122
13-54
8083
John Neno
F2144
36.53
8684
Lansing Water ')ist,
12378
46 )4
8085
F. Van Houten
F2144
298.75
8086
Cornell University
12144
108.95
8087
Joel Zumoff
F2144
15.00
8088
Ruth Van Houten
F2144
15.00
8089
Yr . W . Gu_nkel
12144
15. 00
8090
Lansing Water Dist. # 1
F2378
580,44
8691
Taggin Wagon Park
F2650
7.86
8692
Village of Trumansburg
F2378
7.02
8693
.turris Plumbing; & heating
G2122
16.00
8694
K. Morusty
G2122
36.00
8695
Larry Fresinski
G2122
11,00
IiATER 1,030.59
SEwa 96.30
TOTAL
1,126.89
APPROVU L-1 f I.NANCE COMKITTEE
783 Ithaca City School Dist. A440-3 31264.00
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December 26, 1973
By Comm. Parkes, Seconded by Comm. Putney,
RESOLVED, That the request of Mrs. McNeil be referred to the proper committee
of Common Council.
Carried
RESOLUTION OF A?PRECIATION - RICHARD PUTNEY
By Comm. Golder, seconded by Comm. Clynes,.-
WHEREAS, Richard Putney has completed six years of service to the City of
Ithaca as a Commissioner of Public Works, during which time he has served
as Chairman of many important committees of said Board, and
WHEREAS, Dick through his service as a member of the Planning Board, and through
his affiliation with the Democratic Party, has been an important force for far-
sighted and progressive government in the community, and
WHEREAS, Dick's service to his City can be characterized by such adjectives
as innovative, alert, incisive, intelligent and cooperative,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Board and the Staff express their
formal thanks and appreciation for Dick's service to his City and his community,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes
of this meeting, and.a copy thereof presented to Dick.
THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS,
On a motion meeting was adjourned -at 4:36 p.m.
.Ioseph'A. Rundle, City Clerk
Carried
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