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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-1998-06-09BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE June 9, 1998 NOTES PRESENT: Commissioners Ehrhardt,ItLeonardo, Vargas, Ferrellderperson and Fabbroni Marcham, Superintendent Gray and Assistant Superintendent (arrived at 5:10). Commissioner Ehrhardt chaired the meeting. There were no deletions from the agenda. Additions: Appeal of Violation for Tall Grass/Wild Flowers at 211 Shuyler Place 1. Request for Use of Wood Street Park. Tara Theisen and Lee Harvey, Youth Pastor of the First Assembly of God, were present to address the board. Comm. Ehk arHe noted that he did t feelexplained that there eit was a eleven requests for the use of three different par problem for the requests since they involved hWood Strean 50 et was for a Rally ants. Comm. Ehrhardt told the board that one of the quests fo Service. The anticipated participation is for 100 openle that they would until 9:0e the on June 30, July 1 and July 2, 1998. Ms. The use of a tent which would be put up and taken down rVargas questioned ach day. She dedafthat contact with other required permits have been applied for.said Titus Towers had been made so they are aware of the event. Theisen allow the use of they would alert them to the event. The consensus of t board was the park for the rally. A resolution will be presented at the next regular meeting. 2 Discussion of Requests for Stop Sians. FIRST AND HANCOCK STREETS. Comm. Ehrhardt noted that this item was discussed by warranted. the Dtraffic on followed d that based on Dan Cole's report, thesigns are not traffic counts. A resolution concerning how the "Octopus" project had effected the denying the request will be voted on at the next regular meeting. WYCOFF AND WAIT AVENUES.last Comm. Ehrhardt told the board that this iteme Daaas lColesreporteded at ethat the s gns were committee meeting. Traffic Systems Engine He not warranted based on the amount of traffic and low number m eidedts. correct dA that there is a high amount of aggressive drivers P signs c oulresolution denying the request will be voted on at the next regular meeting. 11 Board of Public Works Committee of the Whole June 9, 1998 3. Request for Exem tion of Odd/Even at 500 West Court Street. Comm. Ehrhardt noted that this item was forwarded from the traffic sub -committee without a recommendation. Traffic Systems Engineer Dan Cole noted that there are only four houses on the block. Ms. Taub is requesting that odd/even be rescinded since the residents have to compete with park users for the parking spaces. Mr. Cole noted that Ms. Taub does not have a driveway although there is a curb cut at the property. He added that a tree was planted at the curb cut in the right of way and that a tree is in the driveway area on her property. The City Forester has looked at the tree and feels that there is no need for its removal. It was decided that the board would deny the request for exemption of the odd/even regulation in the 500 block. A resolution will be presented at the next regular meeting. 4 Truck Route Signage. Comm. Ehrhardt told the board that a meeting with the city prosecutor, city judge, IPD, DPW, Mayor and residents was held concerning the enforcement of truck routes. He noted that the Police Department is willing to enforce the routes as long as they are signed appropriately. He added that there would be a 30 or 45 day grace period to allow for adjustments. Comm Ehrhardt explained that locations for 40 signs need to be determined. He told the board that he would be going to Council for funding since the signs are about $100 each. Traffic Systems Engineer Dan Cole told the board that he had previously requested that the state allow installation of the signs at all east/west intersections on Route 13, which they denied. He added that the state requires proof of a problem for the installation, which would include accident data and traffic counts. Alderperson Marcham told the board that she did not foresee this item being approved since it is not an urgent one and because the contingency fund is about half gone. Comm. Ehrhardt noted that the project could be scaled down and a strategy change with DOT may move it along. Supt. Gray suggested that the board discuss the issue with the state and then worry about the funding at a later date. This item will be presented in the form of a resolution at the next regular meeting. 5 Request for Handicap Parking at 113 Fourth Street. Comm. Ehrhardt told the board that Rosetta Jenkins of 113 Fourth Street is requesting on -street handicap parking. He noted that the Traffic Systems Engineer had denied the request since on -street handicap parking is not usually approved. Alderperson Marcham suggested that a curb -cut be made on the property in order for private parking. Discussion followed regarding the ability for a curb cut at that location. Supt. Gray told the board that the department has had the policy of not approving on -street handicap parking since it is usually intended for one resident and not the community as a whole. He noted that if the board wanted to set a policy, staff would follow it. The consensus of the board was to deny the request at the next regular meeting. Page - 2 Board of Public Works Committee of the Whole June 9, 1998 7. A Vroval of Skateboard Park in Wood Street Park. In February of 1997, the board passed a resolution which approved the location of the Youth Bureau for the skateboard park. It has since been determined to relocate the facility. The board agreed to pass a resolution at the next regular meeting to approve the new location of Wood Street Park for the skateboard facility. % Appeal of Violation for Tall Grass/Wild Flowers at 211 ,nu ieL lat.a. An appeal of a violation given by the Building 95 partment was a similar appeal as upheld by theed to the for consideration. Supt. Gray noted that in 1 board. Comm. Ehrhardt told the board that he felt The board agreed to vote on Athe decisions by the board uld be consistent and recommended denying the appea resolution at the next regular meeting. 9. Encroachment at 115 Linn Street. Comm. Ehrhardt noted that the board was prid in the encroachment at 115 Linn Street. He aed that the sented husual wording was ncludeda resolution for discussion for the resolution and that it would be presented at the next meeting for a vote. 10 East Clinton Street Bridge. Supt. Gray told the board that the creek has scoured the west abutment of the bridge and that NYSDOT recently flagged the structure during a routine inspection. He added that staff is proceeding with the design. s resolution will be presented at the next regular meeting to request funding for project. 11. Water and Sewer Issue. met with Cornell and Bolton Point and that there Supt. Gray told the board that staff has is an upcoming meeting to decipher tec quest u sal i tffor $7amilcosts Asst. lion fromstate te bond act was Supt. Fabbroni told the board that the re not granted. After a meeting with state and local officials, it was decided that a joint application with Lansing, Cayuga Heights and the city would be re -submitted with the hopes of a better chance at the funding. Discussion followed on what improvements each entity is seeking. The meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m. Notes taken by: Donna L. Payne Administrative Secretary Page - 3