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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular Meeting 10: 00 A. M. Januiry 12 , 1935
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers
Commissioners - Allen, Egbert , Miscall, Rumsey; Sawdon
Alderman - Leachtneauer
Town.of Ithaca Supt. -- Baker• Water- Supt. -- Carpente
Olerk - Springer Sewer Supt. = Doughert;
Forester - Baker Gen. Foreman - Alby _.
Engineer - Marble Const. Foreman - Cass
MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly appro ed:
HALLER STREET• Engineer Marble reported that he had atten ; ed a Town
of Ithaca. Board meeting, at which the matter of widening a.; d grading
Haller Street was discussed.
He stated that the Town of Ithaca is willing to cooperate ith the
City in this work.
By Commissioner Egbert , seconded by Commissioner Allen.
Resolved, that the matter be referred to Engineer Marble , • ho with
Supt. taker and the attorneys for the Town and City will w•_rk out ,de-
tails, and report to the Board at a later meeting. Car ieth
STANDING COMMITTEES Mayor Myers announced the following .tanding
committees for the year 1938:
Water, _
Sawdon Allen Miscall _
Highways and Garbage
Egbert Sawdon Rumsey
Equipment and Street Lighting
Miscall Causer Rumsey
Public BuildinO and Sanitary Sewers
Allen Egbert Causer
Parks and Grounds, _
Causer Egbert Rumsey
Finance and Accounts
Sawdon Allen Rumsey
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Construction and Improvements
_Egbert Miscall Sawdon
SIGN, CORNER ITHACA RD . AND MITCHELL T . The Clerk read a communica- s
tion from a temporary resident of the City, calling atten ion to a
directive sign at the above named intersection which had een broken
off, and suggesting that it be replaced on the southwest orner.
The matter of repairing and replacing was referred to For man Alby.
DAMAGE CLAIM The Clerk presented a claim in the amount f seven.
dollars filed by Joseph L. Barach for damage to a fender xi his car,
alleged to have been caused by collision with a City truc engaged in
spreading cinders on University Avenue.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen.
Resolved, that this claim be disallowed. Cal ried.
B & H OIL CO. CLAIM The Clerk read a communication fro Mr. Hurst
of the B & H Oil Co. in reply to the City Attorney' s lett r of
December 27th stating that he felt the City should pay a least ? 500.
toward the damage to their station.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert.
Resolved, that this Board feels that the original offer . $400. for
full settlement for all damages is fair and just, and sh. ld not be
increased, and that Mr. Hurst be notified to that 'effect.
C- rried.
Board of Pullblio Works -2-, January 12, 193205
SALARY INCREASE The Clerk explained that the Common Council had
questioned the increase in salary granted Alice E. Haywood and Roland
Lamphier. !i
Mayor Myerexplained that the question arose during discussion of the
budget at hich time it was decided that a thorough study of all sala-
ries paid n�ity employees efhould be made, and a schedule arranged where-
by salarie- for similar work in the different departments would be more
nearly equalized.
By Commies oner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall.
Resolved, hat the salaries of Alice E. Haywood arid Roland Lamphier,
remain at ; 1600. per year as fixed at a prior meeting of this Board.
Carried.
CLAUDE D. ,1 LDWIN' S REPORT The Clerk read the report as submitted. by
Mr. Baldwi covering receipts and disbursements for the Parking Area
and Comfor ' Station on Green Street, The report indicated substantial
increase i revenues and a balance of $4,400. after expellees were
paid.
By Commiss. oner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall,
Resolved, 'hat a letter of commendation - be sent Mr. Baldwin on hie
report. Carried.
OLD STREET CAR RAILS The Clerk reported that an offer of $11. 50 per
gross ton ad been made for the_ old rails stored in the Water' Depart--
ment stor a yard.
It was agr, ed that. the rails should not be sold at this time, as the
price is t o low.
CASCADILLA CREEK PROJECT Engineer Marble reported that the concrete
and piliiigIwork in Cascadilla Creek is now completed to Franklin Street.
He stated that the original plan was .to extend the walls to the L.V.R.R.
Co. bridge' but the work. had now reached "slack water" which made
further prJgress difficult. '
By Commiss 'oner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert.
Resolved, ;hat this project be continued until the Engineer is satin--
fied that , o further progress can be-made. Carried.
BRYANT HEIC;HTS PROJECT The Engineer reported that the .W,P.A. had
advised hi.. that . they would be ready to start this project on Jan.l7th.
CINDER REMTVA Foreman Alby reported that various citizens have in-
sisted on he removal of cinders as soon 'as the snow has melted from
the street.. It was the opinion of the Board that Mr. Alby should
use his ju •ment in complying with .these demands.
BRINDL Y S, REET BRIDGE Commissioner Egbert expressed the opinion that
a satis 'ac: ory bridge could be designed at a much lower cost, which
would utilize the present abutments which are in good condition.. The
Engineer e!timated that a saving of from four to five thousand dollars
could be mode by redesigning and using the present foundations. .
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert.
Resolved, chat the matter be referred to the City Engineer for further
consideration and report. Carried.
PEARSALL P ACE RTS-OF-WAY Mayor Myers reported that he and Engineer
Marble had called upon the various property owners over whose land the
sanitary .s-wer for . Peareall Place must be laid, stating that each one
had set a. .;efinite price for the rights-of-way and that the committee
was unable' to alter their decisions. He stated that thecost of these
rights-of--ay would be approximately as follows:
Nora and Mary Mahoney $460.00
Ira Pearsall 100.00
Sarah Jansen. 65.00
with a pospible additional amount of $75.00 for M. V. Jenkins, making
a total of $700.00. •It was feltby the Commissioners that the im-
provement o these properties by the sewer installation should be con--
sidered wh-n making the assessment rolls.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey,
Resolved, khat the arrangements for these rights-of-way be consummated.
Be It. Furt er Resolved, that the Common Council be requested to
appropriat - the sum of $700.00 from the W,P.A. Fund to purchase these
necessary fights-of--way. Carried.
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FIRE HYDRANT Commissioner Sawdon stated that Fire Chief had
requested the installation of a hydrant at the corner of .ty and
Plain Streets, as two fires have occurred recently in that vicinity
and the companies were handicapped for lack of hydrant se ice.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey.
Resolved, that Mr. Carpenter be instructed to install a h irant at
this location as soon as possible. Ca ried.
WATER,TANK - CORNELL STREET Commissioner Sawdon reporte+ that the
new tank is now completed and would be ready for use as s+on as it is
sterilized.•
CORNELL UNIVERSITY MAIN Commissioner Sawdon reported th. t a 12 inch
main in the University line had broken and the city was as. ed to furnish
them water for the next 24 hours.
CITY PARKING AREAS Commissioner Miscall reported for fo 'ner Commis-
sioner Merrill on the matter of additional parking area.
It was Mr. Merrill' s opinion that it was desirable to obt.in addition-
al space adjacent to the Green Street area, but that this should not
be done until some arrangement was made for parking space in the
eastern part of the business section,
The Commissioners felt that the City should not further i vest in an
enterprise which might well be financed by private capita
Discussion disclosed the fact that there is a large space available in
the rear of the Eagles Building and that Mr. Williams of 'he Forest
City Plumbing Co. would be pleased to clear his land for . •arking pur-
poses if an outlet could be made to Seneca Street.
It was stated also that Mr. William g would be interested in managing
the parking area.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon.
Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to investi: a,te the
possibility of securing a right-of-way to Seneca Street , .nd ascertain
the cost thereof, with the idea of aiding private interes ' s to estab-
lish a parking area in that vicinity, Carried.
SURVEY OF GAS AND ELECTRIC RATES Commissioner Miscall sated that
it seemed advisable that an Engineer be employed by the C ty to make
a complete survey of the existing residence, and commeroi. 1 rates
charged for gas and electricity.
By Commissioner Miscall, seoonded by Commissioner Sawdon.
Resolved, that it is the sense of this Board that such a ;,urvey be
recommended to the Council.
Be It Further Resolved, that the supervision of the surve if and when
authorized by the Counoil be left to the Street Lighting Committee.
Ca ried,
AUDIT .By Commissioner Sawdon, seoonded by Commissioner lien.
Resolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Fin .ce Committee
be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Ca tied,
RICHARD BAKER LOT Commissioner Egbert called attention o an agree-
ment still in effect , whereby the City agreed to reimburs Mr. Baker,
"at a later date" for land used in the widening of Stewar Avenue,.
stating that he felt title to the property should be clea ed and
Lir, Baker paid for his land, The Commissioners agreed that $150.00
would be a fair price and it was moved
By Commissioner Egbert , seconded by Commissioner Miscall,
Resolved, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a deed for
for this land, to be signed by Mr. Baker.
Be It Farther Resolved, that Mr. Baker be reimbursed in t Ze amount
$150.00 upon delivery to the City of the deed properly executed.
Carried..
LLOYD BUSH GLASSES Commissioner Sawdon called attention to a bill
In the amount of seven dollars and fifty cents from I-I. E. VanOrden
for replacing glasses for Mr. Bush which were broken by . piece of
stone which flew from the pick of a fellow workman.
Commissioner Sawdon felt that this bill should be paid, sat did not
wish to establish a precedent.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey.
Resolved, that the bill be approved and paid. C.rried.
On motion the meeting adjourned.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS- PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. -
REGULAR MEETING 10 A.M. JANUARY 26, 1938
PRESEN . :-
Mayor ere
Commis loners - A11en,Causer,Egbert .
Alderm n - Leaohtneauer - . .
Attorn y - Powers '
. Clerk Springer _ •
Engine r - Marble
Forest4r ; Baker •
Water pt. - Carpenter
• Sewer upt. - Dougherty ,
% . Gen. F reman - Atto
Const. Foreman - Cass - .
Due to lack of a quorum the meeting was adjourned
to Friday; January 28th at 10 A.M.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Adjourned Regular fleeting 1000 A. M. - • Janu:ry 2 , 1938
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers
Commissioners - Allen, Miscall, Egbert , Rumsey, Sawdon
Attorney Powers Water Supt. - Carpente
Clerk - Springer Sewer Supt. - Doughert
Engineer - Marble Gen. Foreman - Alby
Forester - Baker Const. Foreman - Cass • '
LINUTES Einutee of the preceding meeting were duly appr. ed.
MARY E. MACK AGREEMENT An agreement , prepared by the di Attorney,
between the City of Ithaca and Mary E. Hack was presented o the Board
for approval. _
The agreement grants the use of a strip of land 10 X .9.: 3 adjoin-
ing, the Liack property at the northwest corner of First an Adams Sts.
for garden or orchard use only, and may be terminated at ; y time
without notice. Supt. Carpenter explained that this was :1 strip f
land not included in the Water Department storage yard wh:, the :
fence was constructed, and was not needed for city use- at this time.
By Commissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner Sawilon:
Resolved, that the Board accept the terms of the agr: ement , and
that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute s- e on behalf
of the city. Ca lried.
CAIUGA INLET PILING The final estimate due Prove) Brothels for the
inlet piling job amounting to $1054. 93 was presented.
It was explained that from this amount 1200t _ was to .e deducted,
as Provo Brothers had agreed to assume one half of the B H Oil Co.
damage claim of $400. which was paid by the city, leaving a net bal-
ance due the contractors of $854. 934
By Commissioner Sawdon, seoonded .by Commissioner Egb9rt:
Resolved, that the final estimate for the inlet pili :g job
amounting to 1854. 93 be and the same hereby is approved . :d ordered
paid. Ceiried.
EDDY STREET LIGHTING PETITION A petition signed by 38 b ; siness men
or residents of Eddy Street was presented, requesting bou evard lights
on Eddy Street at least from Seneca Street to the campus . rch.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allin;
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the LightinL! Committee
for study and report. Caned.
PARKING AREA - EAST STATE STREET A letter from the Burn[ Realty CO.
was presented in which Mr. Burns quoted a price of 1l750. for a lot
with a 35 ft. frontage on E. Seneca. Street which the Boar had con-
sidered desirable, as an entrance to a parking area in threar of the "
Eagles Building.
After discussion the matter was laid on the table fol further
consideration.
DRISCOLL PARKING AREA Edward Driscoll of Driscoll Broth-re appeared
before the Board to again request the Qity to install or .uperintend
the installation of a suitable paving in their parking ar-a between
irtoga and Aurora Streets, stating that Driscoll Brothers ' Ould reim-
burse the city for the work.
During discussion it developed that there was also .' area in the
rear of the Ithaca Hotel which should be paved at the sa - time.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Al -n:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the City E .ineer to
prepare and submit an estimate of the cost to Driscoll B thers and
the Ithaca Hotel for their approval. Csrried.
ANNUAL REPORT - CITY FORESTER Forester Baker presented a report
covering activities of his department for the year 1937.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Ru4sey:
Resolved, that Hr. Baker be requested to submit a cmpy of his
report to the Parke and Grounds Committee and another copy placed on
file. C.; rried.
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Board of Pi.blio Works -2- ' January 28, 1938
SANITARY DEPARTMENT REPORT The annual report of the Sewer Department
was submit- ed.
By Co missioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Liiscall:
Resol ed, that Mr. Dougherty be requested to submit a copy of his
report to he Sanitary Sewer - Committee and that a copy be filed with
the Clerk. - Carried.
CITY ENGIN ER' S REPORT Engineer-Marble submitted a report on W.P.A.
projects and construction for the year 1937.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen: -
Resoled, that the Engineer be requested to furnish the Construc-
/ tion Commitee with a copy of the report , and one placed on file.
v Carried.
CHEi.1IST' S "EPORT The annual report of E. I.1. Chamot was presented and
- - ordered placed on file. _
FLOOD CONT`OL PROJECT Engineer i,arble reported that the w.P.A, had'
returnee t 'e plans for the Williams Brook dam, with the suggestion
that the t ickness of the dam be_ increased 3 ft. , and that he had
altered th! plans as suggested.
By Co ,missioner Sawdon, seconded- by Commissioner Miscall:.
Resol ed, that the change in plans be and the dame hereby is
approved. I Carried.
HALLER ST' LtET Engineer Marble reported that he estimated the cost of
the gradin:I of Hailer Street would be approximately $3000. and that
Supt. Bake . intended to report to the Board of the Town of Ithaca who
will then ontac`t this Board with the view of completing arrangements
for the oor!structions
CURB AND GJTTER PROJECT Engineer Marble reported that Mr. Conley had
suggested 4 supplementary project in order to secure additional W.P.A.
funds to complete the curb and gutter project on Ridgedale and, Valley
\ Roads, stating that it would not increase the city' i• share in� the
\..../ project.
By Co issioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolled, that the Engineer be authorized to submit a supplement-
ary. pro j ec ; to 'the W.P.A. in order to complete. this work -
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CORNELL UNkVERSITY WATER IIAIN Commissioner 'gawdon reported that the
city had f 'rnished water to the University at the time their broken
main was b ing repaired and that a bill of 185. 19 had been submitted
to them wh 'ch they had agreed to pay-
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DIMP . TRUOIC Commissioner - Iiscall reported that three of the dump
trucks are in bad condition and should- be replaced as expensive re-
pairs'will soon be necessary.
He re ommended trading them in later in the spring; when trade-in
values sho ld be greater than at 'the present time. -
GARBAGE 'R OTC Commissioner Miscall reported that the Collecto garbage
body is in 'peedof immediate repairs but that the chassis is in fair
condition.
After discussion the Board decided that trading the whole truck
would be preferable.
By Co,imissioner Miscall-, seconded by Commissioner Rumseyt
Resol ed, that the City Engineer prepare specifications for a
new garbag- truck similar to the last one purchased, and that the City
Clerk be althorized to advertise for bids thereon. Carried,
AMERICAN A ,TO ASSOCIATION Commissioner Sawdon stated that the Ameri-
can Auto Association had requested the Board to designate a city
official w th whom they could communicate in regard to traffic -
engineerin . -
By Co missioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resol ed, that the City Engineer be and he 'hereby is designated
as the ort official to whom communications should be addressed in
regard to raffic engineering. Carried;
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Board of Public VDrk , -3- Janu ,ry 25 , 1935
MUNICIPAL TRAINING SCHOOL Commissioner Allen reported tL t':a strain-
ing school for sewage treatment plant operators will be held at
Cornell University from March 14 to March 26 and that it eemed advis-
able for two or more city employees to attend.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen: _..
Resolved, that two men from the sewer Department and two or three
from the Water Department be authorized to attend this so ool and,
Be It Further Resolved, that the necessary expense of entrance
fees be assumed by the city. Ca ied.
SEWAGE DISPOSAL FROM CORNELL UNIVERSITY Commissioner Lii call called
attention to the increasing cost of handling and treating be sewage
from the University, stating that a comprehensive study sl- uld be
made with. the idea of determining the cost of this service, 'and if
possible, induce the University to adjust their contribute .n to the
city.
It was suggested that valuable information could be ocured from
the iayors' Conference which would indicate the custom in othher cities
cf the State in similar situations.
By Commissioner L:iscall, seconded by Commissioner Eg ert:
Resolved, that the Sewer Committee together with the City Engineer
and Sewer Supt. be instructed to make a complete survey ar report of
all services rendered. the University. Ca reed.,
AUDIT By Commissioner Sawdon, seoonded by Commissioner. mseyt
Resolved-, that the bills approved and audited by- the Finance
Committee under date of January 26th and January 2$'th be . d the same
hereby are :approved for payment. _ C? reed;:
On motion the hieet ing adjourned.
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di y Clerk
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGSI"
CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. .
REG LAR MEETING 10:00 A.M. FEBRUARY 9, 1935
PRESENT :
Mayor Mye s:-
Commissio ere- Allen, Sawdon, Causer,Miscall,Egbert,Rums'ey.
Aldermen- , arns, Leachtneauer
Attorney- owers
Clerk-Spr nger ' ;
Engineer- arble .
Forester- aker '
Water Sup .-Carpenter -- .
Sewer Sup .-Dougherty - " ..
Construct on Foreman-Cass
MyNUTES:- 'Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
MORRIS AV NUE:- A communication from the Social Service League
was read,. (requesting the. Board to take definite .steps to have
the build Ings removed from this arealat they constitute a health
menace in their present state.
The Tette suggested that a playground could be developed which
would fil ' a real community need.
Commissio er Allen stated that he could dispose of the buildings
% as soon a they are vacated. -
Mayor Myerrs suggested that it might be well to defer actionVI-the
matter fors a few days, as an effort is being made by local real
estate mere, to foster 'a Federal-Housing program which' may
include tills section.
PAVING NORTH TIOGA STREET:- Commissioner Egbert stated. that it
had been 4uggested that North Tioga Street from State to Buffalo
Street eh uld be repaved this year; as the present pavement and.. ,
street cai rails' create a hazardous` condition in one of-the`
busiestt Bird
in the City. .
He stated that .the City Engineer had estimated the cost at- '
approxima ely $15,000. without widening the street, and that the
work might be done as a W.P.A. project. . - ' -
Water Superintendent Carpenter stated that it would be necessary
for the W 'ter Department to do a considerable amount of work at
the State Street intersection at the same time.
By Commis loner Egbert : seconded by Commissioner. Miscall;
RESOLVED: that the City Engineer and Superintendent of the Water
Departmenlbe instructed to prepare and submit plans for this
work,to t e Construction and Improvements Committee for their
approval, I
BE IT FUR -IER RESOLVED, that:.the plans approved by the Committee
be submit ed to the W.P.A. for .approval. Carried.
PAVING AS ESSMENTS :- Alderman Barns appeared before the Board in
the inter:st of taxpayers who wish certain matters of City
Governmen , clarified, and a policy adopted, which will not be changed.:
Mr. Barns stated that. in his opinion it did not seem fair to assess
the costs pf the repaving on West State Street and Stewart Avenue
to the ab ting property owners, and that the costs should be a
general C' y charge.
He requestj�ed the Commissioners to recommend to the Council a revision
of the City Charter making it the duty of the City to maintain all
streets, including ourbs,gutters and sidewalks, between building
lines, after they. have -once been improved.
Commission;�r Sawdon stated that he thought it would' be a mistake for
the Board Jto make recommendations without a great deal of study,
and that he felt that much might be accomplished at a joint meeting
`.J with the dpuncil.
Mayor Myerlq suggested that a special meeting of the Council be
called,. to which the Board would be invited, to discuss these
problems. .
The Commiaaioners agreed that 4 P.M. Friday the 11th would be
satisfact• -y, and the Mayor issued the call for that time,
SALARY ' DJ, STMEN :- Commissioner Sawdon called attention, to a
matter of '. salary adjustment, not exceeding $2. 00 weekly of an
employee is the Water Department, and asked that the Water Committee
be given : thority to make .the adjustment. * - ,
By Commies oner Miscall: seconded by Commissioner Allen:
RESOLVED, hat the matter be left with the Water Committee with
power. Carried. .
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BOULEVARD LIGHTING :- Commissioner Miscall reported tha• ,the
Electric Company have changed the lights at the interee•tion
of State and Geneva Streets in an effort to minimize th; , eontramt
between the old and new lights.
He also reported that the Company are now installing the lights,
removed from West State Street, to the newclooatione wh ch were
designated by the City Engineer.
GAS & ELECTRIC RATE SURVEY : Commissioner Miscall reported progress
on the survey,being made by Mr. Reynolds.
EDDY. STREET LIGHTING :_ Commissioner Miscall reported .th. title
New York State Electric & Gas Corporation had submitted a plan
for installing five new lights in .the busi se Section •f :Eddy -
Street at an annual cost of $425.00
By Commissioner Miscall: seconded by O T 'iasi oner Rumser
RESOLVED, .that the Street Lighting Committee be authort . : dto hays
the 5 new, lights installed. - Carr ed.
AUDIT : By Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Comm. Miscal : .
RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Fi ance
Committee. be and the same hereby are approved for payee t.
Carried.
JEARSALL. PLACE SEWER RIGHTS OF WAY •: Engineer Marble r orted that :
he Pearsalls had refused to sign the Right of Way agre ent •
until the Board agreed to give them one free sewer .conn otion in
addition to the payment of $100.00.
The Commissioners felt that this Board could not make s oh an
agreement, but that if necessary the payment to the Pea flails
should be .increased twenty-five or thirty dollars, to i duce them
t o sign.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Mises 1:
RESOLVED, that the matter be left to the City Engineer o use
means necessary to secure -this.right_ of way. ,
Carri d.
On motion the meeting was adjourned to 4 P.M.
Friday February 11th.
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III BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
', CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
REGULAR Z IETiNG 10:00 A.M. FEBRUARY 23, 1935
PRESENT :
Mayor - M re
Comrrissierrrs -- Sawdon; Rumsey;EgbertsAllen
Alderman 7 Leachtneauer -
Attorney -I Powers - _
Clerk -- S inger -
Engineer. - Marble
Forester Baker
Water- SIT . •- Carpenter
Sewer Supt. - Dougherty
General F 4.ernan - Alty --: • _ . .
Oo:hstru�,i Dn Foreman - Cass
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M 11t.*TES :., Minutes .of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
GARBAGE TRJ1K BIDS :- The following bids for the purchase of a
gorEa.ge txu 5k we re opened and read•by the Clerk
. .. -_ . NET PRICE
% BIDTAF _ MAKE OF TRUCK ' F. O.B. Ithaca j
Finger ha' 5e Garage Ine. Ford - . 41, 300.17
• Erie J.,Mi.1p.er&OoInc. Chevrolet 1, 38P. 25
Interratiooai Harvester Co international- D30 1,254. 15 . .
Mr., Elliottt of the Halo-fester Company stated that his company- -
would d furnish 6" rims on the trubk at no additional cost to the City.
By CommiEs��.oner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Egbert :
RESCLVED !that the low bid of the International Harvester Company-
. of $1, 254. 5 for the garbage truck, with 5 ply tires mounted on
b" rims be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded.
Carried..
PERMIT TO {'ISCHAaGE SEWAGE INTO WATERS=- OF THE STATE z- The Clerk
reported r'- ceipt of •apermit, from the State Department of Health,
�� to dischar:e sewage effluent from the proposed sewer extension in
Pearsall aid Crescent Plaee- into Cayuga Inlet.
REPAIR TO ''OLICE DEPARTMENT • CARS :-The Clerk reported -a request from
the PolicelDeparti_lent to nave repairs to their cars made in the
Departr_Zentl of Public Works repair shop.
The question of reimbursement was discussed and it was pointed out
that. under) present arrangements, all funds received ;~lust be placed
in the Gen ral Fund.
By Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Commissioner Allen ;
RESOLVED, khat the matter' of reimbureingthe Boards funds instead
of the Gentral Fund for repairs to City cars other than those under
the supery: cion of the Board of Public Works be referred to
Common Council,
BE IT FURTER RESOLVED, that upon the approval of the Common Council,
that the enuipment foreman be instructed to make such repairs as
are or.deret when time and space will permit, Carried.
DEED FROM ORNELL UNIVERSITY :- The Clerk reported receipt of a deed
trom Cornell University for a plot of land east of Cayuga Inlet
adjoining =he Golf Course.
By Oomni.as l oner Sawdon : seconded by Cori::ii ssioner Egbert :
RFS WED, 'hat the deed be accepted and filed when approved by the
City Attor ey. Carried.
F.rS/'7AY PE IRSALL PLACE SANITARY SEWER : Engineer Marble reported
thea:, c,11 e rights cf-•tvay had been secured from the property owners,
end that o .rtified c.,pies had been filed with the W. P.A.
¶ .TE.", F�IL J.' :
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au�:_inn �;o $7. 55 and $4, 50 against City owned property at
• 110 and 11 ! Morris Avenue were unpaid.
Ey Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Corl:.iissioner Egbert :
R.ES;)L EO, hat the City Attorney be instructed to serve notice at
I once, to v_ cate all City owned property on Morris Avenue.
Carried,
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WATER TANK CORNELL STREET :- Commissioner Sawdon sugges ed that
the orm:arty' surrounding the new water tank on Cornell S meet
should be posted to prohibit trespassing.
He also suggested that plans be made to erect a permanen fence,
grads, end plant the area. _
By Oemnii.e.sioner Egbert : seconded by Comm. Rumsey
REEOL3,:,, : that approved signs be erected at once, and pl: ns made
for fr:nci.ng, grading and planting. Ca ried.
PARKS & GROUNDS DEPARTMENT CAR :- Commissioner Egbert r;ported
that +he C; ey Forester is in immediate need of a car for that
depaftaent as 'h.i s car is worn out, and that Mr. Baker ha ' .'located.
a used roadster, suitable for his needs, whitch can be pu chased
for t20Q.00.
By N►nni ssioner Sawraon : seconded by Comm. Allen
RtSOLVED, that theematter be referred to the Equipment Committee
with power. Carrieu.
CITY COMFORTATIOf ;- Commissioner Egbert called atte .tion to
the unsan7.tar conditions in the wash rooms of the Comfo 't Station
and other. City buildings, suggesting that an effort phou d be made
to improve,: these conditions.
By Commissioner Sawdon eeconded by Comm. Allen. :
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Building Co. :nittee
for investigation ar.;;. report, Carr ed.
AUD:IT
By Commissioner Sawdon_ ; seconded by Comm._ Allen :
RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Fin nce
"ormittee be and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Carried.
IT?S.PYCTI ON OF WATTR SEWER CONI?ECTIONS OUTSIDE CITY 'Ll4T$' :-
Commi se over Sawdon called at tenni.on to the importance of
inspection of water and sewer connetti.ors, made outside •f the
City limits, stating that connections might possibly be made after
inspection and a.pp.roveD, at the time of installation.
By Cemmiso.toner 5a.Wdon : seconded by Comm. Egbert :-
RESOLVED, that the city Attorney he instruct@a to prepare a
suitable regulation for incorporation into the Rules of jne
Board of Publ.i.c Woxk s, permitting such inspection and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the regulations specify the person
or persons responsible for Such inspection. Carried
E YANT HEIGHTS PROJECT Engineer Me.rble •reportea that the
8artttary sewer - in Worth Street was found to be only about 6 incn.es
below the surface, and that he anticipated similar conditions in %
other Streets in the Bryant Tract.
Hoz stated that the sewer in Worth Street had been lowered, and that
insame sections 345 will be necessary, to install cast iron pipe
as it will be impossible to lower it sufficiently to cover to a
proper depth.
It was suggested that the Common Counbil- be. rinfdrmed of -the
Situation and that the Board may be required to ask for an •
- additional. appropriation to complete the project. •
On 'notion the meeting- adjourned.
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11 City of Ithaca, N. y..
Regular Merting - 10100 A. M. March 9,- 1938
PRESENT
Mayor -- My ;r s
Commissioners - Allen, Sawdon, Miscall, Egbert
- Alderman - l ,eachtneauer Water Dept. Supt. -, Carpenter-
Attorney lowers Sewer Dept . Supt . - Dougherty
Clerk - Sprjinger General Foreman - Alby
Engineer - vlarble Construction Foreman ..- Cass
Forester - Braker
MINUTES M1.flutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
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MARY S. FIN; H LEGACY A bequest of 9200. for the care of the Frances
Miles Finch lot in the City Cemetery was reported to the Board.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the bequest of Mary S. Finch be accepted, and the
Mayor and 01erk be empowered to execute receipt for same,
Carried.
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EU LIRA WATKINS GLEN TRANSIT CO. The Clerk reported a telephone con-
versation w4 th Mr. Livings, proprietor of the Elmira Watkins Glen
Transit Co. I in regard to an accumulated bill for bus terminal privi-
leges, amou4ting to $270. , during wdzich Mr. Livings offered $150. in
. full settle ent to date. .
Attorn' y Powers stated that he had written the Company some time
ago, and ad, teed them that if the hill was not paid promptly, that it
would be ne essary to report the matter to the Publio Service Commis-
sion. .
The Bo' rd members agreed that any compromise of this account would
lead to oth r requests for reductions in terminal privileges.
By Co issioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Resoly d, that,, the offer of the Elmira Watkins Glen Transit Co.
\ be rejected and that Mr. 'Livings be notified to that effect,
�../ Be It Further Resolved, that the City Attorney 'be instructed to
proceed with the collection of this account if not paid at an early
date, Carried..
STOVER CLAD A claim amounting to $53.97 was filed by A, B. Stover
for repairs to the sanitary sewer service at his building at 113-115
S. Tioga St eet.
This aiount represented the charges made by a plumber _employed
by Mr. Stov-r to open the sewer, who found that the storm sewer had
settled and crushed the service pipe .causing the stoppage,
Sewer lupt. Dougherty confirmed Mr. .Stover' s statement,
By Com issioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert :
Resolv d, that Mr. Stover be reimbursed in the amount of $53.97. I
Carried.
STEWART PA TRUST F1UND A. statement of income on the Stewart Park
Fund from D cember 2$ , 1925 to March 7, 1935 was presented, showing
a gross inocme of $61,069. 23 during, that period of which $5,723. 10
represents ash on hand.
The re ort was ordered filed, '
GEO. D. OAR ENTER - LICENSE AS PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER The Clerk re-
ported that Mr. -Carpenter had reoeived a license from the University
�.„0/ of the Stat of New York as Professional Engineer. License #15700
dated Februry 14, 193g.-
INSPECTION F WATER & SEWER CONNECTIONS OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS Attorney
Powers repo ted that the matter of inspection of water and sewer con-
nections ou side the oity limits is amply covered in the present rules
and regulat "ons of the Board of Public Works, and that in his opinion
no further ]egulations are required,
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MORRIS AVENUE Attorney Powers reported that it is necess ry to serve
a "10 day notice" on occupants of--the buildings in Morris venue, be-
fore they can be compelled to move , and that these notices will be
served soon.
HALLER STREET- . Engineer Marble reported that-the Board of the town of
Ithaca have appropriated $1500. toward the improvements. in Haller St. •,
and that they will do the work.
He suggested that the City ..should appropriate a like :mount for
the City' s share.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Alle :
Resolved, that the Common Council be requested to ap•lopriate
41500. as the City' s share in this street improvement. Carried.
SALE OF LOTS Mayor Myers reported that C. J. Swartwood rhes to
purchase a City owned lot near the intersection of Park an. S. Albany
Streets and had offered 1400. for same.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Mis :.11
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Parks a • Grounds
Committee, who with the City Engineer and Forester will i estigate
and report to the Board. Ca lied.
FILLING ON ,LAND OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS Vapornyers reporte. that
Mr. George Visnyei had requested the City to fill a part .1 his• land
which is situated between the new In1t 'road and Meadow S ,Ieet.
By- Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sav •on:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Highway- & Garbage
Committee with power. Ca pried,
TRAFFIC DAMAGE TO STREETS Alderman Leachtneauer asked ii heavy
traffic could not be diverted from light surfaced streets .using the
spring months, and especially Hancock .Street which now catlries several
Oil Companies and Dairy League trucks. He felt that sign could be'
posted to divert heavy trucks which would add not more than four
blocks to their trips, and which would avoid considerable expense to
the City. No action was taken. -
JA:uESTOWN CONVENTION Commissioner Sawdon called attenti.n to a meet-
ing in Jamestown on March 17th, lath of the Water Works S !ction and
suggested that Mr. Carpenter and one operator be authoriz:ld to attend.
By. Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolved, that Mr. Carpenter and one operator be autlorized to
attend the convention at Water Department expense. Calried.
pump TRUCKS Commissioner Miscall stated that it now seeled to be
the proper time to replace the three dump trucks. -
, He also calledattention to -the fact that two concrete mixers %
and two - compressors should be replaced at this time.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sal don:
Resolved, that the City Engineer prepare specificati4ns for three
new dump trucks, , and that`the City Clerk be authorized to advertise
for bids thereon. , Ca' ried.
CONCRETE MIXERS - AIR COMPRESSORS
By Commissioner Miscall , seconded by Commissioner Sa; don:
Resolved, that the City Engineer prepare specifieati��ns for two
new concrete mixers and two new air compressors and that ' he City
Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids thereon. C. Tied.
GMO GARBAGE TRUCK Commissioner Miscall reported that t - Targe GI.iC
truck is- used only in emergencies for garbage collection, and that
the Water Department are in need of a truck on which to :tint a crane ,
and are interested in purchasing this truck.
The matter was referred to the Equipment Committee ' .r considera-
tion, and report to the Board.
GAS & ELECTRIC RATE SURVEY Commissioner Miscall report:•d that the
gas and electric survey has been completed and is now on file in the
City Clerk ' s office and can be examined by any member of the Board.
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He stated that hr. rteynolast report recommences a reduction of
$100,000. in electric rates and $50,000. in gas rates, andh=-that he
felt thathe officials Of the New York' State Electric and Gas Co.
were willing to discuss the report .
He inliormed the Board that a preliminary meeting hadhbeen held
and that 'other meeting will be held next week at which all members
,,--- of the Spe ial Committee will be present with the representatives- of
the Electric Company. -
EDDY STREET LIGHTING Commissioner Miscall reported that- if the new
boulevard Ifights are installed in Eddy Street at once, that it will
be necessa y to use wood poles as the Electric Company have no funds
to purchas ornamental fixtures at this time. The Commissioners agreed
that the i stallation of these lights should be deferred until such
time as .th . Electric Company are in a position to install the orna-
mental fix ures.
SPENCER ST EET STORM SEWER PROJECT, Engineer Marble taported the
completion of plans for a storm sewer project in Spencer- St-reet at a
total., cost. of $1488, The City' s share to be $683. . - - '
% By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon;
Resol led, that the project as submitted be and. the same hereby
is approve , . .
Be Itrther Re_solved,_. that. the City Engineer .be authorized to
submit saml to the W P.A. for their approval. Carried.
STORE SEWE4 •- GILES STREET Engineer Marble reported that a storm
sewer whick!i carries a small stream under the cellar of the' John Kelly
property at 302 Giles Street became stopped up, and that the owner
had reques ed the City to make necessary repairs.
Upon - xamination it was discovered that a wall, constructed in
the cellar had crushed the tile drain, causing the stoppage; It was
also found that the sanitary sewer from this house has been connected
with the s'orm sewer.
�, The C mmiesioners agreed that since this damaged drain is on
private pr perty that the City 'has no responsibility, and that the
owners sho ld be notified to that effect.
By Oo `missioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resol ed, that the City Clerk be instructed to notify the_..owners
of the pro erty at 302 Giles Street that the repairs to the drain are
their responsibility, and that the sewage must be otherwise disposed
of. I Carried,
CITY aol:anAT STATIONS Commissioner Egbert reported for the Building
Committee 'n their investigation of: the unsanitary conditions of
toilet rooms in City buildings,
He stated that the Vestal Chemical Laboratories Inc. of -New York
have a corn lete service, including care of floors, for the cleaning
and sanita . ion of all buildings, and recommended that the City pur-
chase a ye is supply of these chemicals and cleaning agents at a
cost of p4• 3.
He al o recommended that the responsibility of overseeing the
work of ci aning and sanitation be delegated to Mr. Dougherty, ' and
the puroha e and distribution of supplies be delegated to Mr. Ryan...
By . Co missioner Egbert , seconded by Commissioner Sawdon;
Resol ed, that the recommendations of the Building Committee be
and they h:reby are approved.
Be It Further Resolved, that fir. Ryan be authorized to place an , ,
\ ....0l order for he complete service at not to exceed 1493. Carried.
BRYANT HEI . HTS PROJECT Engineer Marble reported that it will require •
approximat 'ly .;:,500S . additional funds to complete . the Bryant Heights
project. I�
By Coilmissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon: .
Resol ed, that the City Engineer be authorized to prepare a
supplement..l project for this work, and submit same to the W.P.A. for
their approval. Carried.
AUDIT By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resol ed, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance is
Committee •e and the . same hereby are approved for payment. Carried, !�
On motion ( he meeting adjourned. 7/. c"'- �'`'`''�7.2;aill
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PAOO EDINGS .
CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
REGULAR MEETING 10:00 A.M. MARCH 23 ,` 1938
PRESENT -
Mayor - Myers
Commi ssi onere:-- Allen, Sawdon,Causer,Mi scall,Egbert,Rumsey .
Alderman - -Leachtneauer . -
Attorney.-.. Powers. ,
Clerk - Springer ,
Engineer - Marble
Forester - Baker _
Water Dept. Supt: - Carpenter
Sewer -Dept.. Supt. - Dougherty
Gen. Foreman - Alby, _ ,
\._,../MINUTES:- Minutes of the precedingmeetingwere duly approved:
STORM SEWER - GILES STREET :- Mrs. John.. Kelly owner of tie property
at # 302 Giles Street, appeared before the Board requestirig
information in regard to the installation of a septic tapk and
construction of an adequate drain through her property.
By Commissioner Miscall:seconded by Commissioner Egbert ; '
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to •the Engineer and General
Foreman who will confer with Mrs. Kelly andadviseher as- to the
best manner of construction for the drain. Carried. .
DUMP TRUCK BIDS The following bids for the purchase of
3 Dump trucks were opened and read by the Clerk: ;
BIDDER MAKE OF TRUCK I2T PRICE
Erie J. Miller & Co. Inc Chevrolet. $3, 063.21
Dan Ryan Auto Sales Ford 2, 960.00 i
International Harv. Co. International 2, 939. 88
JBLang E&G Co. Inc. " 2. 991.90 991. 0
The White Motor. Co. White3, 800.00
Wm T. Pritchard . - Dodge 2, 985.00
Commissioner Miscall expressed the opinion that only loc
dealers should be considered in awarding bids for these trucks. �. /
Commissioner Sawdon stated,that he felt that this prdcecure would
result in the refusal of outside bidders participating in future
bidding which would be detrimental to the best interestEbof the .
City. After further discussion it was,moved
By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by .Commissioner Egbe3t .
RESOLVED, that the bid of Dan Ryan Auto Sales,- of $2, 960.00 for .
three Ford dump trucks be, and the same hereby is accepted and
awarded.
Ayes (5) Comm. Allen,Causer,Miscall,Egbert,Rumsey
Nays (1) Comm. Sawdon
Carried -. .
CONCRETE STEPS - BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL. - Hr. Marble rep xted that
Mr. Frank Dean of the Public Sohools had requested permsssion to
construct steps from the school yard to the sidewalk` gr.! dp, on
the west side of. the school.
By Commissi oner. Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVED: that this request be granted. Car ied. . j
ROAD OILING :- Engineer Marble suggested that the Boar ) should
authorize advertising for bids on road oil and other ma erials !
. necessary for maintenance work.
By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Comm. Miscall! \..../
RESOLVED, that the City Engineer prepare specifications for oil
and materials necessary, and that the City Clerk be autorized
to advertise for bids thereon. C.:rried.
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A petition signed by fifty eight (4)
citizens was presented, requesting the appointment of A'i .m Bucci
as professional and manager of the Munibipal Golf Cours'; forthe •
1938 Season.
By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Comm, Sawdon . •f`
RESOLVED, that the matter of appointing a Manager for- t e
1938 Season be referred to the Parks .and CRrounds Commit ee and .i.: i
Forester Barer with power. arried
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CURB ANDiGUTTER CONSTRUCTION :- Commissioner Egbert called attention
to the o ndition of curbs and gutters in various parts of the City
and part cularly to the condition. pf Marshall Street, stating
that they street is in bad condition and cannot be improved until
curbs an' gutters are constructed.
Engineer Marble stated that the -cost of surfacing and constructing
the curb . and gutters on MarshallStreet would be approximately
$4,800.0 . The matter determing what is the most important work.
to do th4 s year with the funds available was discussed,
and it was moved.
By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Commissioner Bawdon
RESOLVED: that the various Committees of the Board. decide on the.
work to •e done this year and be prepared to make recommendations
at an a• ourned meeting to be held March 25th. Carried.
WATER DEPARTMENT REPORT. ;- A portion of Hr. "Carpenter 's report*ae
read to ' he Board, in which he stated that 4 new hydrants in new
• location had been installed, in accordance with plans worked out
with the! Fire Department. -
He also eported that muoh valuable information was secured during
attendan e at the meeting in Jamestown.
DETOURING HEAVY VEHICLES Attorney-Powers .stated that the matter
of closi, g City streets to' heavy vehicles may be regulated by the
% Legislative Body of the Oity,and may delegate any person to
erect ne essary signs to control suoh traffic. •
Alderman Leaohtneauer agreed to bring the matter before the_
Aldermen at their next meeting.
MORRIS A ENUE :- Attorney Powers reported that there are two
houses o' the south side of Morris Avenue which are not owned by
the City, but which have been sold for taxes and may not- be
redeeme ,. The City owned houses have been removed or are in
the proc ss of removal.
He also eported that the City owns all of the property on'the
north ,si a of the street except one vacant lot owned by Mr. Allen
and one ouse owned by an estate which is being administered by
the Tomp ins County Trust Company. He stated that he felt sure
the Bank would sell the property at a reasonable price andthat.
he woul secure a price from' them.
PAVING SESSMENTS :- Attorney Powers stated that he had presented
4 propos d amendments to the Charter, covering paving assessments,
to the 0. mmon Council,and that they had suggested some changes,
which he is to embody in other proposed amendments to be
presente at their next meeting. He stated that he would welcome
suggests ns from the Commissioners.
PAVING N RTH TIOGA STREET :-- Engineer Marble informed the Board
that the project for repaving two blocks in North Tioga Street
had been submitted to the W.P.A. for approval.
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PEARSALL PLACE SANITARY SEWER :- Engineer Marble suggested that
the Boar request the Common Council for an appropriation of
$3, 316.0 which will be necessary to install the Sanitary Sewer
in Pears 11 Place.
By Comms sinner Misoa1l : seconded by Comm. Rumsey :
_ RESOLVED that the Common Council be requested to appropriate
$3, 316.0 from the W.P.A. Fund to oomplete this work. Carried
AUDIT t'! Commissioner Bawdon:seconded by Comm. Allen :
RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance
Committe' be and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Carried.
SALE •F , OTS : Commissioner Egbert reported that the Parks and
Grounds ommittee, together with the City Engineer and Forester
had invOigated the matter of the sale of the lot at the
interseplion of Park and So. Albany Streets, and that it was
their opinion that the sale should not be considered at this time,
as the l4t should be filled and graded before being used for
building purposes.
By Commisioner Egbert : seconded. by -Qomra, Rtmeey :
RESOLVED' that the report of the Committee be approved, and that
the City Clerk be instructed to notify Mr. Swartwood that be lot
is not f r sale at this time, and that when it is disposed Of,
it must be sold at public auction. Carried.
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OLD HANGAR 'AT AIRPORT :- Commissioner Miscall suggested tat the
Old Hangar at the Airport be torn down and the steel truses
be preserved for use in building a new shop.
He stated that several complaints had been made in regard to
the menace to zviat on* created by the building.
Since the Soil Conservation Service is making some use of the
building at the present time, and since their work is considered
important, it was suggested that the City Engineer Contac, the.
local authorities of the Conservation Department and ascertain
their needs, with the thought, that e. sdaller building mi ;.tt be
constructed' that will serve- their purposes.
HEATING CITY HALL Commissioner Sawdon presented a propi.sal
made by Mr. Lee H. Price for overhauling the heatingsyati-m, 'and
installing Automatic Stokers and substituting coal for oil for
heating the City Hall and Fire Department building.
The proposal stated that by substituting coal for oil, th savings
will pay for the equipment without extra appropriation.
By Commissioner Allen. seconded by Comm. Rurlsey
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the public Buildings and.
Sanitary Sewers Committee and Commissioner 'Sawdon for int -!stigation
and report at the next regular meeting of the Board.
Carri -d.
On motion the meeting adjourned to 7: 30 P.1'
Friday March 25th
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Ii CITY OF ITHACA,N.Y.
ADJOURND REGULAR MEETING 7: 30 P.M. MARCH 25, 1938
PRESENT is-
Mayor - Ayers
Commissioners - Allen, Sawdon, Causer,Miscall,Egbert,Rumsey
Alderman - Gillette
Attornex - Powers .-
Clerk -. fSpringer
Engineer - Marble
Forestex+j - Baker
Water Supt. - Carpenter
Sewer Supt. . - Dougherty
�1Mayor Myers explained that this meeting was called, to discuss
and decide upon a program of. work to be. carried out during
the year.
CAPITAL !IMPROVEMENTS - Engineer Marble presented the following
list of •"rojects, showing the-estimated cost, which appear to be
the mos , essential, and which may be accomplished with the
funds a ilable. .. - _
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1. Bry: t Heights - • Street Surfacing $5,070.
2. Pea *sall Pl.. - Sanitary Sewer 3, 316.
3. Spe 'cer Street - Storm sewer 654.
4. Will .ams Br. Dam& Cleaning ditches 4,152
5. Flocd Relief & Culverts 14, 755. 27, 950.
B'EDGES
1. Bri • ey Street 8, 000.
2. West Clinton Street 15,000. 23, 000
C ' : & GUTTER
1, East,00d Ave. (Cornell St.-west)/ 1, 400.
2. Cori St. (Buffalo to State) 1, 344.
3. Mars_iall St. (Linn to Cayuga), 3,017.
4. Meadpw St. (Seneca to State)„ 622.
5. Yat eta St. (Linn to Cayuga ) v 3,017. 9, 400.
Shoe 4,971
Haller Street (Grading) 1, 500.
Cont ngencies Total _11.9.1±.2a.
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By Commissioner Rumsey : seconded by Gomm. Miscall
RESOLVED that the above 7J4t be and the same hereby is approved
and adop ed. as a work program for 1935. Carried. !
SANITAR r SEWERS :- The Engineer next presented a survey of the
conditi . 'of the sanitary sewers which shows the necessity of
enlargin: and repairing several lines. I
The Comm ssioners agreed that the situation is serious and must
be given immediate attention.
The list of needed changes, together with the estimated
cost follows :
/ 'B falo and Meadow Street $1, 650. '
K1 ne Road 5,000.
Cl ff Street 15,150.
Ung versity Ave. 9, 900.
He tor Street 2, 500.
, Total $ 34,200
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By Commi sinner Rumsey ; seconded by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVED4 that the City Engineer be instructed to prepare a
detailedlist, showing the changes which are necessary to correct I
these co ditions and submit same to the Common Council for
their consideration. Carried.
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SEWER RENTAL :- The matter of establishing a sewer rent:•l,based on
the consumption of water was discussed, and the Board areed
that this seemed a fair Way to relieve real estate from .soine of
the tax burden. `
By Commissioner Miscall: seconded by Comm. Egbert tWHEREAS, it is the sense of this Board that reel estate should be
relieved of.the tax burden .so far .as possible, and
WHEREAS, it appears that a sewer rental will operate tq that end,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT -RESOLVED-, , that this Board recommen• .to the
Common Council, that appropriate legl"plation -be enacted'
to permit levying a sewer rental. Ca ' led.
By Commissioner Rumsey : seconded by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVED, that the Water Committee, and the Sanitary. S: er
ComTiitee, together with the City Attorney, Superinten•ent'
Carpenter. and Superintendent Dougherty, be instructed 10-formulate
plans for collecting sewer rentals. *tarried.
aIA COMPRESSORS :-Commissioner. Sawdon stated that, in sawing' up
epee icaHons for corepressors, that Bingle 'stage mach' nes
were e.1im:.nated, and that they should be included.
By- Commissioner Sawdon : seconded -by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVED, that the City Engineer be instructed to prepare
- Supplemental specifications, which -will include single stage
compressors, and machines with pneumatic tires,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:- that the City Clerk be instru.1ted to
mail :.o -eaoh of the known bidders, a copy of the =suppli:nental
specifications. Carrled. -
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LAFAYETTE CP.UM LEGACY .- A receipt for the legacy of $I.O.00 ' •
from the estate of LaFayette Crum was presented by the City Clerk,
_-who exulained that Attorney Armand Adams had requested the -
execiati:on of same by the City. .
By Commissioner Sawdon ; seconded by Comm. Rumsey
RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they he eby
are authorized to execute receipt for- the legacy.
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RECOI �fENDATIONS, BY WATER SUPERINTENMENT :- Superintenlient
Carpenter presented a report which outlined various re omme.ndar-
tions for the expansion of the .water system.
The more important recommendations were as follows :
An Additional Storage Reservoir %
Additional electric- pumps
A new 1,000,000 gal. clear well and increase the
capacity of the filter plant. •
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By Commissioner .i i.scall- ;. -'seconded. by Comm. Rumsey ; -
RESOLVED, that the recommendations made by Superin_ten. nt
Carpenter, be referred to the Water Committee for stuck,. and
report. Car i ied.
On motion the Meeting was adjourned to reco acne
at the call of the Mayor.
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CITY OF ITHAOA,N.Y.
REGULARSTING 10:00 A.M.
APRIL 13,1938
PRESENT 1
Mayor--My rs
Commissipners - Allen,Sawdon,0auser,Misoall,Egbert
Clerk-Springer
Engineer Marble _
Forester Baker -. - -
Water Su t.-Carpenter
Sewer Supt.-Dougherty
Generaloreman-Alby
Construction Foreman-Pass
MINUTES:- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
SANITARK SEWER ITHACA ROAD:- Mr. Stanley Griffith appeared before
the Boazd, and asked permission to connect with the sanitary
sewer ink Ridgedale Road. Stating that the sewer in Ithaca Road
which w; installed at his request is not of sufficient depth
to aoco, ldate drains from his cellar. -
By Comm ssioner Miscall:. seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
RESOLVE , that the matter be referred to the Sewer Committee
with po er. - Carried. -
CONCRETE MIXERS AIR COMPRESSORS BIDS:- The following bids for
the pur 'hase of two concrete mixers and two air :compressors
were opined and read by the .bier"k : _
Make of Net Make of Net Price
BIDDER Mixer Price • ' Corp.
C.J.Rum ey&Co. Rex - 6—Gard.Deaver 3900
E.G.Holn 195es&Son Ransome 1716 Schramm 2666
Davey C mp.Co. Davey Davey 3000
Syracus Supply Co. Koehring . 1930 Ing.Rand Co. 3095
A.L.Dar ow Rex 2069 Chg.Pneumatic 2235
Edward agan Knickerbocker 2220..70
J.B.Lan0 ENG.&GAR Co C. S.C. 1.740 Worthington 3210
W.D.Hel } Sullivan 3144
John agner Chgo.Pneumatic 2480
8yracus ' Plaster Co Jaeger 1692. 76
By Comm 'ssioner -8ewdon: seconded by Comm. Egbert :
RESOLVE , that the matter of selecting of equipment be
reterre1 to the Equipment Committee for study and report.
- Carried
PUMP BItS :- The following bids for the purchase of 2 pumps . ..
were opened and read by the Clerk : -
BIDDER MAKE NET PRICE
Worthington Worthington 4083.00 1
Allis-Chalmers Allis-Chalmers _ 3555.00
Goulds i Gould 3960.00
Syracuse Supply Co. Cameron . • 4645.00
John B. Foley,Jr. Morris 3912.00 1
By Comm ssioner Sawdon: seconded by Comm. Miscall: . _
RESOLVE , that the matter of selecting pumps be referred to
the Wa.t r Committee for study and report. Carried.
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PUMP BI6S :- Commissioner Miscall explained that the Board should
approvellthe action of the Water Committee in authorizing the
Clerk t advertise for bids on pumps.
By Comm ssioner Miscall: seconded by Comm. Sawdon : .
RESOLVE , that the action of Water Committee in authorizing the
Clerk tics advertise for bids on pumps be and the same hereby
is approved. Carried.
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PAINTINh COMMON COUNCIL ROOM :- The Clerk read a letter from
W.J.B ' ons offering to paint the Common Council room for the
sum of 120.00.
The Co issioners felt that other painters should be allowed to
bid on he work,and it was moved by
Commiss, oner Miscall : seoonded by Com. Egbert :
RESOLVE!p, that the City Engineer be requested to prepare specifioa-
tions flpr painting the Council room, and that the Clerk secure
bids f rpm several painters,
Carried.
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104 MORRIS AVENUE :- A letter from the Tompkins County T ust CO.
was presented, and .read in which they offered the house t
104 Morris Avenue to the City for the sum of $250..00 sub ect. to
their securing permission of the Court to sell at that f gure.
It was explained that the property it owned by Christina Linch
with the Bank as Committee.
By Commissioner Allen: seconded by Comm. Sawdon:
RESOLVED, that the offer of the Tompkins County Trutt Co pally
of $250.00 for the property at 104 Morris Avenue be acce ted,.
subject to the approval of title by Attorney Powers.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common -Council `be quested
to appropriate. the sum of $250. for purchase of this p perty.Oarri€
108 MORRIS AVENUE :- A communication from Attorney Euge b Terry
in regard. to the property at 108 Morris Avenue now occupl ed by \_,./John LaBar was presented and read, in which he stated t t
Mrs. LaBar olaims an arrangement. was made with former M `or
Bergholtz and other City officials, whereby this proper would be
turned over to her if certain repairs were made. These repairer
• in the stated amount of .$302.90 were. made, and Mr. Terr has
asked the City Attorney to illiestbgate and ascertain wh t
Mrs. LaBar is entitled to. Mr. Powers investigation re ealed
that no written contract was made, and that any agreemet entered
into, could legally have constituted Hr. LaBarr only a t nant
at will .or sufferanoe,. and that this tenancy could be t rminated
at any time by -30 days notice. into
He also stated' that sae haft1 paid.,.no rent. or taxes . si:loe she entered/
possession about Nov.18,1933 and, that the amount expend d-for
repaire,.hae:cost her an average monthly rental of $5.82
By Commissioner Allen : seconded by Comes. Bowdon : .
RESOLVED,_ that. Attorney Powers be instructed to serve n tine '
upon -Mr. & Mrs. John LaBar to vacate this property.
Oar ,fed.
TEMPLE BETH .E1 The Clerk reported that the officers !1_ Temple
Beth-El had made a, payment of $30.00 on the purchase o a'plot
in the City Cemetery, and that they had. requested the tivilege
of completing payment in .the following manner :
$70.00 by December 31,1938
100. 00 •" " " 1939
100.00 " " " 1940
By Commissioner .Sawdon. : seconded by Comm. Allen :..
RESOLVED, that the proposal of Temple Beth--El in regal'', to pay
ment of the balance of $270..O0 -due on the plot in the city
Cemetery be and the same hereby is approved.
0o ,ried.
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300 BLOCK COLLEGE AVENUE :- A petition signed by 8 prolerty
owners and tenants in the 300 block of College Avenue as pre--
rented to the -Board, oalling attention to the improperlmanner
in-whioh•pavement was replaced after excavating for wa er service ;
at 321 College Avenue.
Mr. Alby explained that. the brick would be replaced as soon as
the dirt had settled sufficiently.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Cors. Allen:
RESOLVED, - that' the Clerk be instructed to notify Mr. •rgan that
the job is not complete, and that the 'brick would be :placed
when job.is completed. Ca ' led.
ROAD OILING :- Engineer Marble reported receipt' of a id from
A[ ran & Gleason of Groton- for application of road oil _ for
1938 Season. Prices as follows :
Road Oils Hauled & Applied .0135 per gal
Light Tars- n n . ,0135:,, n n
Emulsion Asphalts " " -•015 , " "
Penetration •' Heated " " .0275 •
These prices are somewhat lower than last year.
By Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Comm.Egbert:
RESOLVED, that Moran&Gleaaon be and they hereby are marded the
contract for applying road oil,light tars,emulsion as ►halts,
and penetration asphalts to the Oity streets for thislseason at
the respective prices quoted. Oar' .ied
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SIDEWALKS UNIVERSITY AVE. :-Engineer Marble reported that complaint
had beeni!made onthecondition of the sidewalks on University
Avenue. �)
Foreman � lby reported that the walks are in_ bad condition from the
entranceto the- Cemetery to Lake-Street.
By Commi sioner Miscall : seconded by Comm. Sawdon :
RESOLVED that the City Engineer be instructed to- examine- the -walks
in this eotion and determine what repairs or replaoements are
require in each case.
BE IT THER RESOLVED,-that the City Clerk be instructed to send
a notice to each property owner whose sidewalk is found to be
in a bad, condition, requesting them to make the necessary repairs,
stating that "grades" will be furnished by the City Engineer. -
Carried
RETAINING WALL Mr. E.W. Erway of 4103 College-Avenue appeared
efore te Board and requested permission to construct a low
stone w � 1 on City property adjacent to his sidewalk on
Mitchell Street.
Engineer Marble stated that the erection of the wall will prevent
the soil from working down on the sidewalk, and recommended to the
Board th t permission be granted,
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen. :
RESOLVED, that permission to erect a stone wall adjacent to the -
* sidewalk on Mitohell Street be granted Mr. Erway. Said wall- to
remain util such time as the City may need the land.
Carried.
. AIR CONDITIONERS :- Engineer. Marble stated that several requests
had beenfeoeive.d for permission to install air conditioning- •
units, a d discharge water from same into the gutters.
It was siggested that. the Engineer assist these applicants by
furnishi g information as to the location of storm sewers-where
water ma be disoharged.
By Comms _ sioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVED ' that plans for the proposed installation of air
conditio ing units and the disposal of water be submitted to
the Boar for their. approval. Carried.
OLD HANG . ' AIRPORT :- It was reported that the Soil Conservation
Service you d like at least a temporary building 25'X50' feet
erected .or their use at the Airport if the old hangar is removed.
Mr. Culbertson of the Conservation Service appeared before the
Board ani outlined their needs for storage space. -
By Commi sioner Sawdon :.,seconded by Comm. Egbert = - -
RESOLVED, that the old hangar be left at its present location,
providedthe Soil Conservation Service will make the necessary
repairs o fit it for their purposes. Carried.
SHELL 0I 00. SIGN :- The Engineer reported that the Shell -Oil Co.
have req 'ested permission to move their sign at 4225 S.Cayuga St. ,
from bas of sidewalk to area between the sidewalk and curb;
He state that the change would place the sign in a safer 'poeition
than in its present location.
Mr. Egbeijt stated that his Committee recommended granting
permissi ;n to move the sign.
By Commi 'sioner Egbert : seconded by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVED, ..that permission to move" the sign as stated be granted
subject o revocation by -the Board, and that the Shell Oil Co. , be
•. rorpd to furnish the City a liability bond, as ordinarily
required for electric signs. Carried. .
At this oint the meeting was adjourned, to reconvene at '
2:00 P.M. .
D ', .ct " SES AND AIR .1030-0146,:-BID :- The Equipment Com-
mittee re orted that they the bids submitted and
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recommenced awarding the contract for 2 concrete mixers to:
E.G.Holme & 'Son and for 2 Air Compressors to A.L. Darrow.
By Commis ioner. Misoall : seconded by Com. Allen;
RESOLVED, hat the bid of $1, 716.00 for two (2) Ransome concrete
mixers s mitted by E,G.Holmes & Son be, and the same hereby is
accepted d awarded. Carried
• By Commis loner Miscall : seconded by Comm. Sawdon :
RESOLVED, that the low bid of $2, 235.00 for two (2) Chicago
Pneumatic Tox,1 Company Air Compressors submitted by A.L,Darrow be
and the s e/hereby is accepted and- awarded. Carried.
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PUMP BIDS ;- The Water Committee reported that they had studied the
b1dle submitted and would like to hear from representativ Js
of the bidders.
Mr. Schuster of Goulds Pumps and a_ representative of the
Worthington Pump Company appeared separately before the :oard
to answer questions, and explain details of their pumps.
The Board then discussed the merits of the various pumps and.it was moved,
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Misoall:
RESOLVED, that the low bid of $3, 555.00 for two (2) Alli .-Chalmers
pumps, • submitted by -the Allis-Chalmers-Mfg. Co. , be- ande same
hereby is accepted and awarded. Car �ied.
SANITARY SEWERS :- Mayor Myers Stated that the Common C„uncil had
agreed to consider the Board's request for extra funds fir
sanitary sewer work.
PARKING AREA COMFORT STATION :- Claude Baldwin stated t at his
department can attend to cleaning the Men's section of t !e
Comfort Station, but that the lady in charge of the Womeas
seotion is unable to properly care for her part, on acco t of
her health and age.
By Commissioner Egber.t: seconded by Comm. Sawdon:
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Parks & Grounds
Committee for consideration. Carded
NEWBERRY RT/WAY :- Mr. Baldwin stated that he had been i .formed
that the Grand Union are to lease a part of the Newberry store
and will need a RT/WAY in the Parking Area to make freight
deliveries.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVED, that when application is made for this RT/WAY that it
be referred to the Park & Grounds Committee who will con er with
Hr. Baldwin and fix the rental and time of deliveries.
Carried.
DEBRIS STORAGE IN PARKING AREA ;- Mr. Baldwin also reporied that
the street oleaners dump their cans in the parking area fear the
Comfort Station, and that it is not only unsightly but oleates
a nuisance,
The matter was also referred to the Park & Grounds Committee.
STANDARD OIL 00. REQUEST :- Engineer Marble reported tha the
Standard Oil Company had requested permission to out the curb
at their North Meadow Street plant in order to widen the r
driveway.
On reoomrnendation of the Engineer it was moved, .
By Commissioner Egbert seconded by Comm Miscall:
RESOLVED, that this request be granted.
Carried
SEWER STATION SURVEY :- Engineer Marble reported that MrI Holmes
of Syracuse palled and agreed to make a study and reoomm ndations
for expanding the Sewage Plant for a fee of $500.00.
By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Comm. Egbert:
RESOLVED,that Mr. Holmes be employed to make a study an.
recommendations when funds are available. Carried.
NEW YORK STATE WATERWAYS ASSOCIA. DUES :- Commissioner S:wdon
presented a bill for dues in the Association amounting to .,4, ; .,
$35.00 being $10.00 for 1937 and $25 for 1938.
By Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Comm. Allen:
RESOLVED, that the membership dues for 1937 be paid and
membership cancelled.
Oarried
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STORAGE RESERVOIR :- Commissioner Sawdon reported progress
in secur .ng data on oonstruotion of 4-storage reservoir. _
AUDIT :-f1, By Commissioner Sawdon:seconded by -Comm.Mieoall: • -
RESOLVEDI; that the bills approved and audited' by the
Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved
for payment. - Carried ' •
THURSTONLAVENUE :- Commissioner Sawdon reported that he had-
' - received; oomplaints on the oondition of- Thurston Avenue,
and that in his opinion the street does need attention. _
By •Commilssioner Sawdon : -seconded by Comm. Allen : ' .
RESOLVED that the matter be referred to the Highway
Committed for oonsideration and report. -
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On motion the meeting adjourned.
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CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
REGULAR MEETING 10:00 A.M. APRIL 2 16 S
PRESENT :-
Mayor - Myers
Commissioners - Allen,Sawdon,Causer,Mieoall,Egbert
Attorney -. Powers
Clerk_- Springer
Engineer - Marble
Forester - Baker
Water Supt. - Carpenter
Sewer Supt. - Dougherty
General Foreman - Alby- _
Construction Foreman - Cass
MINUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly ap roved.
HALLER ST. :- Attorney Powers read a letter from Mr. R.J Swartout
protesting the widening of Haller Street which necessit e
removing a number of valuable shade trees and otherwise depreciate
their property.
Attorney Norman Stagg appeared before the Board in the i terest of
Mrs. Swartout and asked if the road could not be made sill gle
width in the first block as there seems to be very littl traffic
there.
Mr. Haller, stated that -the .condition of the present ro: would
account for the lack of traffic on this block. .
The ownership of the trees in question, seemed involved nd it
was moved,
By Commissioner Causer : seconded by Comm. Sawdon :
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Highway Co ittee,
for investigation and report. Carr ed.
GRAND UNION RT/WAY :- The Clerk reported that Mr. W.R.K Jney of
the Grand Union Company had called in regard to renting space in
the Parking Area to accomodate their truck while unloa• ig,
in the rear of the Newberry Store, stating that they wo 1 d have.
one delivery weekly on Wednesday mornings.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen :
RESOLVED, that the matter of drawing up an agreement wir the
Grand Union Company be referred to the Park & Grounds C•!mmittee,
the City Attorney, and Mr. Baldwin, with power.
Ca fried.
CRUSHED STONE BIDS : The following bids for the purchas;• of 757
tons of #1A Stone, 956 tons of #1 Stone and 255 tons of #3 Stone,
were opened and read by the Clerk
ITEM5 ITEM 6 IT:,M 7
BIDDER 3#lA 41
General Crushed Stone Coq, 1. 92 1. 92 1192
Bero Engr&Const. Corpn @ 1. 90 1. 90 1190
E.M.Rumsey&Son ® 1. 70 1. 70
Solvay Sales Corpn ® 1. 92 1. 92 1 /92
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Causer :
RESOLVED, that the low bid of $1.70 per ton delivered, nn items
#5 and #6 as submitted by E.M. Rumsey & Son be and the �:ame hereby \J
is accepted and awarded. Carl ied.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Gomm. Causer :
RESOLVED, that the low bid of $1.90 per ton delivered, ►n"Item #7,
as submitted by the Bero Engineering & Construction Cor4oration,
be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded.
Carrird.
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ROAD OIL6R, AND BITUMINOUS MATERIALS BIDS :-The following bids
were oper_`ed and read by the Clerk:
ITEM 41 ITEM 42 ITEM #3 ITEM i#4-
BIDDER Rd. Oil . Emulsion Tar Asphalt
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Headlesphalt Co. .10736 , -.0604 .0604
C. S. Asp1alt Prod.Co. .0610 .0645
Reilly, T r&Chem. Corpn. .0877
The Texa Co .0555 • .0615
"Lake Agph.Corp. .0555 .0596 •0595 2/1
KoppersAtlantic Ref. Qo. .060 .0620 .063 .0620 2/2/:1;)
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Col.Beac n Co. .0585 F . .06202/].0
Mexican et. Co. .0533 . 0598 .05$5
Socony Vao. Oil Co .0581 .0621 .062
/ The Barr tt Co. .088
`./ Shell Un on Oil Corpn. .0594 .0648 .067-
By Commi sinner Miscall : seconded by Comm. Egbert : -
RESOLVED that the low bid of .0533 per gal. f. o.b. Ithaca on
items i• 1 ' as submitted by the Mexican Petroleum Corporation, be
and the fame hereby is accepted and awarded.
Carried.
By Commi sioner Sawdon : Seconded by Comm. Miscall:
a RESOLVED that all bids on Item #2 be rejected, and that the
City Eng neer be instructed to prepare detailed specifications
for asph ltic Emulsion required and that the City Clerk- be -
authoriz d to advertise for bids thereon. I
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By Commipsioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen :
RESOLVED that the low bid of ,0863 per gallon f. o.b. Ithaca on
Item #4 as submitted by the Koppers Company be and the same I
hereby i accepted and awarded. Carried
o i� ioner Sawdon : Seconded byComm. Miscall
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RESOLVEDt that the low bid of .0595 less 2/10 per gallon f. o.b.
Ithaca, ' n Item #4, as submitted by the Lake Asphalt Corporation
of New Yi rk, be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded.
`/ ,, _ Carried.
PAINTING BIDS : The following bids for painting the Council
Chamber !Were opened and read by the Clerk.
IDDER PRICE _.
E.A.Rogei s & Bon X57. 50
Louis Kaman 1 coat �.: ' 65.00
ItI " 2 coats 110.00
W.J. Sarrons 120.00
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Duill to the considerable difference in the bids it was moved
By Commirissioner Sawdon : Seoonded by Comm. Egbert :
RESOLVE , that the matter be referred to the Buildings Committee
with po er. Carried
GOULDS RUMPS BILL :The Clerk read a letter from Goulds Pumps Inc.
in rega d to a discount of $3. 42 which they claim was deducted I
from a ill paid after the discount date.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVED, that this bill be and the same hereby is approved for
paymenti, Carried.
SEWER NTS : The Clerk reported that the Aldermen approved in
..../ prinoip 1 the idea of sewer rents,and will consider whatever
proposa submitted by this Board.
By Coma ssioner Sawdon ; seconded by Comm. Miscall:
RESOLVE , that the matter of Sewer rents be referred to the
Sewer C mmittee for study and report.
Carried. i�
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WILLIAM HORNER : The Clerk read a letter from Mr. William Horner ;J
of West Fall Street, in which he stated that he would refuse to i�
pay fur her taxes until the sidewalk in front of the McElwee
and Cas, er property is laid. He further stated that the City had
agreed . ast year to install the sidewalk as soon as the weather
would p rmit.
By Commissioner Sawdon ; seconded by Comm. Allen : I
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RESOLVE10, that the City Clerk be instructed to ascertain if ''
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necessary procedure of notifying these property owners hal
been followed and report to Board.
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•WELFARE DEPARTMENT RESOLUTION ,: The Clerk read a resolutil,n adopted
by the Board of Public Welfare, in which they recommended n
appropriation, of $5,000.00 to defray the cost of ' suitable projects
which will employ persons as may be certified by the Dire►tor of •
Welfare at an hourly wage of not to exceed 30¢, and who a: e
physioally or otherwise incapable of performing work uncle! the
The Clerk reported that a copy of this resolution was alai.
presented to the Council at their last meeting, and that Ihey:felt
the matter of drawing up projects for the employment of s oh
persons would properly come under the supervision of the /card
of Public Works.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm:Egbert t
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Finance Corn. + tteee
of the Board of Public Works, and Common Council, the Cit.
Attorney and Aar. Post, for their oonsideration.
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MORRIS AVENUE : Attorney Powers reported that notices ha : • been
served on two tenants to vacate property in Morris Avenu and
that they should be vacated by May 1st.
PEARSALL PLACE SEWER : Engineer Marble reported that the sanitary
sewer in Pearsall place will be completed during the 'riex W.P.A.
period.
THURSTON -AVENUE : Commissioner Egbert reported that the ack• of .. .
funds will prevent repairing the pavement in Thurston Av1nue,
excepting by repairs which will be only temporary.
Commissioner Sawdon stated that the pavement on either side of
the rails is in good condition, and if an arrangement fol parking .
in the .center of the Street, where pavement is rough, eon d be
arranged, it might improve conditions for the present.
Mayor Myers agreed that he, together with the City Attorley and
Chief of Police,would look over the situation in regard :o
parking.
BLANKET PROJECT : Commissioner Egbert stated that Mr. Ja, es Conley
urged the submission Of a blanket project to cover any iprovements
contemplated, as it seems uncertain how long N.P.A. fund. will
be available.
Mr. Egbert suggested that the proposed Sewer Project, Go f Course
showers and other projects should be included.
By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Comm. Sawdon :
RESOLVED, that the matter :of drawing up a Blanket Proje ►t,
covering the various work anticipated be left to the Cite Engineer.
C . rried.
STEWART PARK COMMISSION : The Clerk read the list of repairs and
improvements for 1938 authorized. by the Stewart Park Co,:J fission.
"'y Commissioner Sawdon . seconded by Comm. Allen :
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works accept the job •f
making the repairs and improvements outlined. Carried.
OLD WATER TANK CORNELL STREET : Commissioner Sawdon r- orted that
Superintendent Carpenter has removed the steel roof su. . .rts from
the old tank on Cornell Street and asked permission to
quotations from junk dealers for the tank.
y Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen :
RESOLVED, that the matter of disposing of the old tank .e left
to Mr. Carpenter with power. Carrie. .
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WATER COOItER CITY HALL : Commissioner Sawdon reported that the
Water Cooler in City Hall is worn out and. that it can be replaced
for about h$150.00. ..
. 3y Commissioner -Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen :
RESOLVEDti�that the matter of purchase and installation of a new
Water Coo er be referred to the City Clerk with power. -
Carried,--
AIR CONDITIONING : It was reported that the Plumbing Inspector 1
has had aJrequest .for permission to di'soharge water from an : , .
additiona3r air conditioning unit- at the -College Spa into the gutter
on State treet.
3y Commis .oner. Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Allen :
RESOLVED, that a temporary permit be granted to discharge water
into the gutter. Carried.
AUDIT : 3 Commissioner Sawdon : seoonded by Comm. Allen ;
RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance
Committee Ilbe and the samehereby are approved for payment.
Carried
SIDEWALKS' : The question of the City 's liability for damage to
sidewalks by trees was again discussed.
Attorneyowers was of the opinion that it -was a question for the
3oard to decide.
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ADJOURNME T ;3y Commissioner Sawdon ; seconded by Comm. Causer :
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of the Mayor.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular Meeting 10:00 A.M. ly 11, 1938
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers .
Commissioners - Sawdon, Rumsey, Egbert , Causer, Allen
' Attorney - Powers Gen. Foreman - Alby
Engineer - Marble Constr. Foreman - Cass
Forester Baker Sewer Supt. - Dougherty
Water Supt. Carpenter Plumbing Inept. -- Wismar
Deputy Clerk - Blean
MINUTES, The minutes of the preceding were duly approved.
L.V.R.R. LIGHTS The Deputy Clerk read a communication frofi the L.V.R.R. \ -'/
Co. calling attention to the inadequate street lighting fa.ihities at
the following points where their tracks cross the streets ithiri the
city limits:
At Clinton Street -- 'one light located 21 from the solth
7side of
their Seneca branch track and 1701 from the A & I branch.
At Lake Street .- no lights.
At First Street - nearest light approximately 4001 ea-t of the
crossing of the A & I branch.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Rumsiyi .
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the LightinglOommittee.
Car r ied.
SIDEWALK -• EASTWOOD SECTION - The Deputy Clerk called attzntion: to a
resolution passed by the Board November 24, 1937 regarding sidewalks
in the Eastwood section. It was the sense of the Board at that time
that the sidewalks be ordered constructed early in the spring.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen :
Resolved, that the Clerk be authorized to formally notify property
owners affected to have their walks constructed, and furth:r that he
notify the Postmaster of this action. Carl ied.
CITY DUMP The Deputy Clerk reported that an inspector from Division
of Bedding, State Labor Dept. , had called attention to a p ovision in
State Law making it the duty of local authorities to collect, remove
and destroy all articles of bedding which have been abandoied by the
owners. The inspector complained that such articles were •eing taken
from the pity dump and sold to junk dealers, and eventual ► put back
on the market for sale.
By Commissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner Saw•bn:
Resolved, that Foreman Alby be directed to instruct 4 a foreman
at the city dump to see that such articles are destroyed en they
arrive at the dump. Caried.
MORRIS AVENUE HOUSES Attorney Powers reported that thre:. of the city
owned Morris Avenue houses had been vacated and that a tetant in an-
other one had been given until June let. to vacate. Plum� ing Inspect-
or Wismar recommended that where the houses lhtd: been raz ,d, the sewer
:onnections be plugged to prevent dirt from getting into jhe main
sewer line. Supt. Dougherty was ordered to dig up the cojneotions at
the curb and plug them. Foreman Alby was ordered to leve' off the
old foundations and properly grade the area.
ALPINE RESTAURANT Attorney Powers called attention to tie bad con-
dition at the corner of Aurora and Seneca Streets where tie water
discharged from an air conditioning system in the Alpine , estaurant
spreads out over the crosswalk. During discussion of thel matter it
was pointed out that four other air conditioning systems ► ad recently
been installed in the same block and that it might be po:-ible to lay
a line from the courtyard in the rear of said premises t. the storm T,
sewer at Tioga and Seneca Streets to take care of all un s in this
block.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner SaTon:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the City Eigineer and
Plumbing Inspector to investigate and submit a plan they=ion.
Carried.
W.P.A. PROJECTS Engineer Marble reported that the sans ary sewer
project would be completed at the end of the current W.PtA. period
and that he' antioipated starting work on the flood contrLl project
at the beginning of the next period.
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DRYDEN ROA' CURB Commissioner Egbert presented a request to cut the
curb at th= corner of Dryden Road and College Avenue, permitting a 25'
entrance o Dryden Road and a 30' entrance on College Avenue, to the
new gasoli - station being built there.
By Coro issioner Egbert , seconded by Commissioner Causer:
Resol -d, that the request be granted, the work to be done, under
the direct .n of the City Engineer. Carried.
STEWART ?A', CONCESSIONS Forester Baker informed the Board that it
would be i order at this time to make provisions for letting the con-
cessions at Stewart Park for the summer season of 1938.
By Cou . issioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Resol pd, that the matter be left with the Parks & Grounds Com-
mittee and ity Forester with power. Carried.
HECTOR ST' T WATER EXT. Supt. Carpenter informed the Board that a
house was ' zing constructed on Hector Street , inside the city limits,
and that it would be necessary to extend the water main approximately
600' to se ( e it.
By Cofiisissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Resol -d, that the matter be referred to the Water Committee to
investigate Carried.
CITY HALL HATING Commissioner Sawdon again called attention to the
amount of .ney spent annually' for heating City-Hall. He reported
that consi•�-rable savings could be affected by installing a coal stoker
and that s h a proposition had been made, the expense thereof to be
paid for i three years out of the savings shown.
On motion the matter was continued with the committee to discuss
with the Fi e Chief.
AUDIT By ommissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Re ,.lved, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance
Committee •- and the same hereby are approved for payment. -
Carried.
TRUCK DRI m'S' WAGES Commissioner Egbert reported that seven truck
drivers on he city payroll were being paid at the rate of 500 per
hour while he balance of the truck drivers were receiving 58¢ per
hour; also hat three machine operators were being paid at the rate
of 58¢ per lour and one at 620 per hour. He pointed out that these
men in the respective capacities were doing the same kind of work
and should eoeive the same rate of wages. He therefore recommended
that the Board set a standard rate of wages for these two typesof work.
By Co iissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner Causer:
Resol -d, that a rate of 58¢ per hour for truck drivers and 62¢
per hour f. . machine operators be and they hereby are fixed as stand-
ard rates cc wages for these two types of work. Carried.
On mot• on the meeting adjourned.
F. H. Springer, City Clerk
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City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular Meeting 10:00 -A.M. May 25, 1935
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers �
Commissioners - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert , Ru sey
Attorney - Powers Water Supt. -- Carp nter
Clerk Springer Sewer Supt. - Doug erty
Engineer - Marble Gen. Foreman -- Alb
Forester - Baker Constr. Foreman - ass
District State Sanitary Engr. - Clark Plumbing Insptr. - Wismar
MINUTES The minutes of the preceding meeting- were duly approved.
MISS FLORENCE SCANLON Miss Scanlon appeared before the Bard as
owner of property at 312 and 314 Spencer St. and stated th.t since the
new road "was built , surface water drains on her property, .nd asked to
have thetrouble corrected.
She also asked to have the sanitary sewer extended to accommodate
this property. The Engineer reported that a survey disclo;.ed the fact
that the property at 314 Spencer St. is too low to connect with a sew-
er.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Saw' on
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Sewer Co .iittee for
investigation and report. Car 'ied.
HALLER STREET Mr. Haller reported that Mrs. R. J. Swarto' ?± has agreed
to make some 'concessions in the matter of rt/way on Haller `St. and is
now willing to talk with representatives of the City. _
Mayor Myers and the City Engineer agreed to C0 egewit ,her.
ASPHALTIC EMULSION BIDS The following bids were opened . d read by
the Clerk.
Bidder Per Gal. Disc. Net
American Bitumuls Co. .0599 2/10 1/20 .07702
Lake Asphalt Corp. .0596 2/10 1/20 .055405
Shell Union Oil Corp. .0612 2/10 .059976
By Commissioner Causer , seconded by Commissioner Egbe t:
Resolved, that the bid of .0612 per gal. F. O.B. Itha.c , as sub-
mitted by the Shell Union Oil Corp. be, and the same herebt is accepted
and awarded.
Ayes. - 5 Nays - 1 (Sawdon) Motion C; cried.
DOAN' S: DRUG CORP . The Clerk read. a letter -from the Doan' : .Drug Corp.
asking for permission to install a sidewalk, door in the si' ewalk in
front of their store at 141 -E. State St.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allei ;
Resolved; that the request be denied. Caried.
EDGEW00D PLACE STREET SIGN The Clerk reported that a req, est had
been made to replace the directional sign at the entrance o Edgewood
Place. Since this is a private street it was moved
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Misc ;ll
Resolved, that those persons making requests to have Agri -replaced,
be informed that since Edgewood Place is a private street , it is not a
City matter. Carled.
STEWART PARK BATHING: BEACH. Mayor Myers explained that at the request \,J
of the Board of Health, Mr. Clark, District State Sanitary Engineer
was present to explain the result of his investigations in regard to
sanitary conditions at Stewart Park bathing beach, resulti g from the
flow of sewage from the Inlet.
Mr. Clark explained in detail his investigations in r-gard to
movement of waters from the Inlet and stated that the wat ' is con-
taminated to such a degree that it is rendered unsafe for .athing. He
suggested two courses of action, as follows: prohibit bar ing or
treat the effluent from the sewage plant.
The following resolution passed by the Board of Heal'tih at their
last meeting was read:
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By Comiissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Patterson;
Resolv0, that the report of Mr. Clark be accepted and referred
to the Boar of Public Works with recommendations that the Board make
arrangement:) to treat the sewage effluent to eliminate this hazard.
Since ir. Clark' s investigations were carried on during the spring
months, several Commissioners thought that summer conditions might
alter the o nditions at the beach.
By Comlissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Resoiv;1d,' that Mr. Clark -be thanked for his explanation_.and that
the matter,, Ie referred- to the Sewer Committee for further_ investigation
and report.+. - Carried.
BERGHOLTZ TvACT Mr. Spaulding of the Tompkins Co. Trust Co. appeared
before the !;oard to ascertain if the City. would consider- the purchase
of the Berg+1oltz Tract , stating that the Bank is anxious to sell, and
will welcome an opportunity to confer with a committee from the City
to disouss ,irice and terms.
By Comtissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Allen;
Resolvd, that the Mayor be authorized to appoint a committe to
investigate th'e matter and report to the Board, Carried.
The' Mai or appointed the following committee:, Commissioners
s Sawdon, Egblrt . Alderman Leachtneauer.
WILLIAMS BR,ICK DAM Attorney Powers reported that its/way and--ease-
ments for tie dam in Williams Brook have been .secured. - -
CITY HALL P+ IIRKING SPACE Attorney Powers called attention to ;the con-
jested cond tion of the court in the rear of the City Hall during
meetings oflthe various Boards, and suggested that the space between
Seneca 'St, :nd the entrance to -the .Fire Station on the east side of
Tioga St. bl reserved, during the day, for city cars.
By Comissioner Sawdon, seeonded .by. Commissioner Allen
Resolv:•d, that the matter .be referred to the Common Council, with
-. the request that this space be reserved and posted for use of city cars.
ALPINE RESTiURANT Engineer Marble .reported that ,the cheapest method
of disposin;;, of water from the air conditioning unit . at the Alpine
seemed to b:• through the sanitary sewers. It was pointed out that
water from he unit at Zinck' s is now being disposed of in this manner,
and as the +faximum amount of water is used during the summer months,
while the r !-gular sewage flow is at a minimum, it appeared that the few
installatio s where storm sewers are not available could be handled .
through the sanitary sewer,
It was agreed that a charge should be made for this privilege.
By Com+ issioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Resolvi-d, "that subject to approval of the Board, the matter of
determining the fee to be charged be referred to the Sewer Committee
and
Be It rther Resolved, that the City Attorney be instructed to .
draw up an !:greement , to terminate December 31 , 1935 , to be signed by
those trishi1 g to discharge water from air conditioning units into the
sanitary se1er, Carried.
REPAIR SHOP STEEL Engineer Marble reported receipt of a quotation
from the. Am�-rican Bridge Co. of $2155, for steel for the repair shop.
The Co struction Committee advised that this is a fair price, and
that the or;' er for steel should be placed at once.
By Com�lissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egberts
Where: _ , it is necessary to purchase steel for the construction
of a repair shop,
And. W -real it is the sense of this Board that no benefit, fin-
ancial or o herwise , would accrue by advertising for bids on this
5.tem, ,
.And W 'real the American Bridge Co. has quoted a price of $2155.
on the ste I required, which is satisfactory to the Construction
Committee.
Now T herefore Be It Resolved, that the pprchase of the steel be
authorized ithout the formality of advertising for bids thereon; and
thct the q tation of the American Bridge Co. in the amount of $2155,
be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded,
.1Yes 6 Nays - 0 Carried and Approved by the Mayor.
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BRINDLEY STREET BRIDGE STEEL The City Engineer reported receipt of a
quotation from the American Bridge Co. in the amount of $1 ,004for
steel for the Brindley St. bridge.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbi-rt :
Whereas, it is necessary to purchase steel- for the colstruction of
a bridge at Brindley St.
And Whereas it is the sense of this; Board that no ben!-fit, fin-
ancial or otherwise, would accrue by advertising for bids .n this steel,
And Whereas, the American Bridge Co. has quoted a pri e of $1700. -
on the steel required which is satisfactory to the Constru tion Com-
mittee.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that the purchase of t - steel be
authorized without the formality of advertising for bids t Hereon; and
that the quotation of the American Bridge Co. in the amou of $1700.
be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. i.
Ayes - 6 ' Nays - 0 Carried and Approved by tie Mayor.
VAN NATTAS .BRIDGE REPAIRS Commissioner Sawdon reported . the recent '' '
damage to the wall near Van Nattas bridge which endangers the bridge
abutment , and suggested that a new abutment be built to a. ommodate a
new bridge and extend same to make temporary repairs to p -sent bridge.
By Commissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner Eat: t :
Resolved, that the present wall be repaired and used ntil such
time as a new bridge can be erected.
Commissioner Rumsey later withdrew his motion and the following
resolution was adopted:
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sa '•on;
Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to in estigate the
possibility of constructing an abutment for a new bridge d extending
same to make temporary repairs to the present wall, and t t decision
in the matter be left with the Construction Committee wit power.
Ca ried..
STORAGE• RESERVOIR Commissioner Sawdon reported tha.tthr:e firms have
made offers to conduct the preliminary study. for a storag:, dam site
and- that the offer of Mr. Knappen of the firm of Parson, f/lapp,
Brincherhoff and Douglass is the lowest.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner MisIall:
Reslblved, that the low bid of the above mentioned ftof of *1750 .
plus traveling expenses and 1 4 commission on the estimat :Cd construc-
tion cost be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. I
Ayes - 6 Nays - 0 Carried and approved by the Mayor.
ACCOUNTING MACHINES, ADDRESSOGRAPH Commissioner Sawdon leported that
the committee investigating installation of a machine acci�unting sys-
tem in the Water Department have approved and recommended the follow-
ing equipment at the approximate cost shown:
Burroughs Accounting Machine $2000. +
n Receipting " 495•
Addressograph, Addressing Machine 1365.
n , Graphotype S35.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allin:
Whereas, various types and makes of machines have ben investi-
gated.
And Whereas, these investigationsshow conclusively teat the
machines recommended are better equipped to perform the wiark required.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that the purchase of t: ese machines,��
be and they hereby are approved and authorized without th'- formality
of advertising or calling for bids.
Ayes - 6 Nays - 0 Carried and approved by the Mayor.
WATER MAIN EXTENSION - HECTOR STREET Commissioner Sawdo reported
that the Water Department wish to extend their mains abou� 600 ft.
on Hector St.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Mi _ all :
Resolved, that the installation of approximately 600 ft. of water
main on Hector St. be authorized. C: fried.
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STATE OONVE TION - SEWER DEPT. •
By Comeissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall: -
ResolvTd, that Sewer Supt. Dougherty and Water Supt. Carpenter be
authorized o attend the convention in Buffalo on June -3rd and 4th.
Carried.
REPAIRS TO ''OLIO); STATION Engineer Marble presented plans for the
proposed alterations in the police station and estimated the cost at
about $400.
Since this Board has no funds for this work it was moved
By Co issioner Miscall,- seconded by Commissioner Causer:
Resolv1d, that the plans be submitted to the Common Council for
approval anti appropriation of funds for the work. Carried.
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AUDIT By ornmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolv-d, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance
Committee b and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Carried,
BRYANT HEIGHTS STREETS Commissioner Sawdon reported complaints in
regard 'to tie condition of streets in the Bryant• Tract.
Engine r Marble informed the Board that the work will be com-
pleted abo the last of June. -
RETAINING 4 LL CORNER DELAWARE AND I. ITCHE'LL Commissioner Miscall re-
ported tha the retaining wall on property owned by Cornell University
is in dang=' ous condition and should have immediate attention.
The C' y Engineer was instructed to investigate the matter and
report.
NO PARKING IGN STRAND THEATRE Commissioner Miscall reported that a
permanent p parking (h$addnbeen set in the sidewalk in front of. the.
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By Co issioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Resoled, that the Ithaca Theatre Corp. be notified to remove
this sign. Carried.
• It wa. regularly moved, seconded and carried that the meeting
adjourn to the call of the Mayor.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Adjourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A.M. Jun - 15, 1935
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers
Commissioners - Allen, - Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert, Rumsey
Attorney - Powers Water Supt. - Carpenter
Clerk - Springer Sewer Supt. - Dougherty
Engineer - Marble Constr. Foreman -- Cass
Forester - Baker Plumbing Insptr. - Wism..r
MINUTES The minutes of the preceding meeting were dul' approved. ��
HOEFLE SUBDIVISION Lir. Hoefle appeared before the Board and asked
for approval of plans for a new development on Cornell street.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner & scall:
Resolved, that this Board interposes no objections to plans
t as shown an blue print presented.
Be It Further Resolved, that the plans as submitted be filed
in the City Clerk' s office. Car ' ked.
RAIL REMOVAL Mr. Weinstein appeared before the Board .nd offered
to remove the old street car rails from the streets.
He stated that the removal of rails would not dama a the_ pave-
ments ,to a great ext€;nt as cnly about 4 inches of pavem nt insid€.
of rails is disturb c_. and the work would be done witho t cost to
the City, other than the small repairs to the pavements /
The Commissioners agreed that the rail removal wou d not benei.
the City until such time as the City is in a position t(t repave the
streets involved.
SALE OF SCRAP IRON Lir. Weinstein then offered a price of $6.00
per ton for the old rails on hand in the storage yard a d the old
Cornell Street water tank.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Ebert �-./
Resolved, that the sale of scrap iron be referred ' o the Equip-
ment Committee and Supt. Carpenter with power. Car' ied.
LUCENTE DAMAGE CLAIN Mr. Lucente of 1124 Giles Street appeared
before the Board, with the request that the City instal a septic
tank on his property as the present cesspool has been damaged by
the construction of Giles Street, which caused a portioj' of his
lot to slide into the street.
Inspector Wismar explained that the overflow of thlpresent
cesspool causes some of the difficulty, and that the co , struction
of a proper cesspool will eliminate the trouble.
The Clerk then reported that Mrs. Maria Lucente owner of the ;
property had presented a claim' in the amount of $500.00 for damages
alleged to have been suffered when Giles Street was cut through
as a City Street , and that upon advice of the City htto; ney that
the Common Council had rejected the claim. I
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall :
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Sewer Committee
for investigation and report. Car' ied.
GUS L. FREEMAN The Clerk reported that Mr. Freeman wi _hes to
purchase a strip of land about 50 ft. wide, adjoining his boat
house on the north on Taughannock Blvd. Freeman th.� City owned \,_,/The Clerk was instructed to advise Mr.
property may be sold only at auction, and that if he will ascer-
tain what property in that vicinity is owned by the Cit , that the J ,
matter will be considered at a later meeting.
FIRE INSURANCE SCHEDULE The Clerk reported that a po ion of the
fire insurance on city buildings expires on August 1st and asked
for instructions in regard to renewal.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner lien:
Resolved, that thTemoarteatbthereferred
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FEDERAL ArT PROJECT Commissioner Miscall stated that the W.P.A.
have available men who can complete the large city map which hangs
in the cil room and suggested that the Board request the W.P.A.
to furnts' men to complete the work.
By Cibminissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Resolved, that Engineer Marble be instructed to confer with
W.P.A. of' icials as to the possibility of securing men, and the
probable ost, of the project , and report to the Board.
Carried.
AIR CONDI' IONING PERMIT Attorney Powers presented the following
proposed ': •reement .which is to be executed by those who wish to •
discharge effluent from air conditioning machine into the sanitary
sewers:
Applicatipn No.
( APPLICATION TO EMPTY AIR CONDITIONING EFFLUENT
IN THE SANITARY SEWER
To the Bo rd of Public Works of the City of Ithaca:
The undersigned hereby applies for permission to empty
effluent rom the following described air conditioning equipment
into the sanitary sewer, and for such purpose make the following
statement , which the undersigned represents to be in all respects
true and correct:
Descripti, n of premises Street and No.
Name of caner
Name of kpplicant
Capacity of Applicant (i. e. tenant , etc. )
Description of air conditioning equipment
Make
Number o units
Rated wa er discharge per unit
The undersigned agrees that all connections shall be
made and r the direction of the plumbing inspector and that no
direct c nnection with the sanitary sewer shall be made.
In the event of any alteration in or addition to the air
conditio ing equipment above described, applicant agrees to notify
the Boar of Public Works before any effluent from such altered or
addition 1 equipment is discharged into the sanitary sewer.
It is agreed that any permit issued hereunder is tempor-
ary only and will expire on December 31, 193g. Upon the expiration
or revocation of the permit hereunder, applicant agrees to discon-
tinue t fr discharge of effluent into the sanitary sewer upon ten
days wri ten notice of the Board of Public Works. Such permit may
be revok-d at any time for violation of any condition set forth in
this ap•' ication or for any material misrepresentation herein. Any
permit '.sued hereunder shall be personal to this applicant, and
may be ri ansferred only upon the consent of the Board of Public
Works, ro be endorsed upon such permit.
Dated:
Fee: $ 0.00
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The following form was suggested for the permit ,
Permit No.
Application No.
CITY OF I'THACA
PERMIT TO EMPTY AIR CONDITIONING
EFFLUENT IN SANITARY SEWER
Permission to empty air coneltioning effluent i to the
sanitary sewer is hereby granted to for pr�-mises at
No. St, floor, subject to ai' condi-
tions contained in application filed therefor.
Expires December 31, 1935
Not transferable unless so endorsed.
Fee 00.00 paid Board of Pubr,o Works
Date By.
By Commissioner Allen, seconded by Commissions Sawdon:
Resolved, - that the proposed form of applicatio and permit,
as presented, be and the same hereby are approved and ad , ted, and
g Be It Further Resolved, that a flat feq of $10. ! 0 be
charged for this service. Unani ousl C vied.
105 MORRIS AVENUE Attorney Powers reported that Mrs. L.iaarr who
resides at 105 Morris Ave. is greatly disturbed because e is being
forced to move out, and has asked permission to remove tie plumbing
and light fixtures.
It was the sense of the Board that this permis::ion be
granted since the fixtures would be of no value to the c ty.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissio1er Egbert: \ ,
Resolved, that the matter be referred to CommiJsioner
Allen with power. Car +led.
EASTWOOD AVE . - SPENCER ST . CURB & GUTTER Engineer Marile re-
ported that it would be necessary to hold a public heari g on the
project before the -curbsand gutters can be installed on- !hese
streets.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissionlr Rumsey:
Resolved, that the date of hearing on these improvements
be set for the first meeting in July, and that the Clerk be in-
structed to publish notice of said hearing. Car led.
SPENCER STREET RT/WAY The Engineerreportedthat a sma 1 strip %
of land along Spencer St. is owned by }Ir. -ArthurSinceba gh, and
should be acquired by the City before construction of cu bs and
gutters.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commission-r Miscall:
' Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to confer
with Mr. Sincebaugh and report to the Board. Car ied.
BRINDLEY STREET BRIDGE.
By Commissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commission-r Egberts
Resolved, that permission be granted to close he Brind-
ley
St. bridge during construction. Ca tied.
VAN NATTAS BRIDGE Engineer Marble reported that he has made a
survey of conditions at Van Nattas bridge, and presentee plans for
proposed repairs.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissi. er Egbert;
Resolved, that the retaining wall be temporarily repaired
in accordance with plans submitted by the Engineer. arried.
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REPAIR SHO' The City Engineer reported that the steel for the re-
pair shop Fill arrive soon, and construction work will be started.
e recommended cinder block construction for the walls.
commissioner Miscall stated that he felt that the Hy-Rib
construct*n for the walls would be satisfactory and that the cost
would be m: ch • less.
:y Commissioner Sawdori,' .seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
'esolved, that the construction details ' be referred to
the Constr ction Committee with power. - Carried.
NO PARKING SIGN STRAND THEATER Engineer Marble reported that he
had writtei Mr. Berinstein as instructed, in regard to removal of
the No Par ing sign from the cur-b .at the Strand Theater. .
, ayor Myers reported that Mr. Berinstein had requested
permission to retain the sign as a protection against damage to the
marquise, 1,hich has been damaged on several occassior l
:y Commissioner: Allen, seconded by Commissioner Causer:
esolved, that the action of the Board- of Public Works at-
a
ta meeting Leld May 25,. 1935 be rescinded.
It Further Resolved, that the Ithaca Theater Corp. be
permitted ' o retain the sign if changed in shape to conform to other
city sign_ and furnish a bond indemnifying the city against any -
action. - Carried. .
SIDEWALKS NIVERSITY AVE_ The_ City Engineer reported that not all
of the own-re of property on University Ave. have complied with the
Board' s or. er to repair OT construct sidewalk.
e stated -chat 3 persons have claimed negligence on the
part of t - city when the avenue was paved, and that after investi-
gation he elt the city might have some' respon sibility in the
matter. -
:y Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
'esolved, that the matter be referred to the Highway .
Committee ' or investigation aed report. Carried.
VACATIONS Engineer Marble asked for instructions in regard to
granting .cations for his assistants.
It was agreed that the matter of vacations be left to
the depar ' ent heads.
L.V.R.R. i- OSSINGS Commissioner Egbert suggested that the L.V.R.R.
Co. be re.uested to repair their crossings at State, Seneca and
Buffalo s 'reets by bringing them up to the grade of the streets,
and to re cove the concrete islands.
:y Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
1Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to' commun-
icate wit officials of the company in this regard. Carried.
CATCH BASIN, BUFFALO & STEWART Commissioner Sawdon stated that
Mr. 'C. E. Curtis had reported a catch basin at the above location
in bad co dition. .
Engineer Marble was instructed to investigate.
STEWART P RK BATHING BEACH Forester Baker asked for instructions .
in regard to posting No Swimming signs at the park. _
The Commissioners agreed that this was a matter for the
Board of ealth to decide,
CHLORINAT NG SEWAGE EFFLUENT Commissioner Sawdon expressed the
opinion that chlorinating sewage effluent would not be sufficient
to elimin!;te the hazard to bathers as the Inlet itself is in an in-
sanitary ; ondition, and is not in favor of installing any chlorina-
tion machinery until we are shown that it will solve the problem.
CORNELL UlIVERSITY WATER• BILL Commissioner Sawdon reported that
a water bell in the amount of ; 125. 73 had been collected in error
from the Iniversity.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the university be reimbursed in the
amount o $125, 73. Carried.
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RETAINING WALL -. DRISCOLL' S YARD Commissioner Sawdon r':ported
•that a portion of the retaining wall near the Dean garagl• has given
way and unless attended to at once may cause considerabl: damage.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Comm_issioher Rumsey:
Resolved, that -the City Engineer be instructed) to in-
vestigate and make an estimate of cost of repairs and re;'ort at
next meeting. • • Carl ied..
EDDY STREET LIGHTING Commissioner Miscall reported tha�I► • the N.Y .
State Elec. & Gas Corp. are now prepared to •install the oulevard
lighting_ in Eddy St. and will complete the work at an early date.
WOOD ST. PUMPING STATION It was suggested that a light be .in-
stalled -near the Wood St. station as it is becoming a co gregating
place at night.
The Engineer reported that it was the intent tp 'place a
light at this location as soon as removed from Eddy St.
AUDIT By Commissioner. Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner .Sawdon:.
Resolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Fin-
ance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for p yment.
• Car ied.
On motion the meeting adjourned,
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F. H. Springer
City Clerk
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular ,.eeting 10:00 A. M. June 22, 1935
PRESENT E
Mayor. -- yers
Commissi. ere -- Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert, Rumsey
AttornePowers Sewer Supt. - Dougherty
Clerk -- • .ringer Gen. Foreman - Alby
Engineer Marble Constr. Foreman - Cass
Forester Baker Plumbing Insptr. - Wismar
Water Su. . - Carpenter
MINUTES Minutes of the preoeding meeting were duly approved.
WEEDS - : 'YANT HEIGH S The Clerk reported that Mrs. J. R. Bangs,
Jr. of t i= Bryant He ghte Association has made a complaint of the
conditiol of several vacant lots in that section, and requests the
Board to Hake an effort to have these lots mowed.
By • mmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Res. .ved, that the owners of vacant lots be notified that
% complains have been received, and request them to clean up these
lots. Carried.
FIRE INSE'ANCE Commissioner Sawdon reported that the Finance
Cornmitte= have studied the matter of renewal of fire insurance
policiesexpiring August 1st. and recommend the following sched-
ule whic will place about one third of the renewals in non-
assessab mutual companies.
5,000.00 Mutual with H. B. Cook, Agent
5,000.00 Mutual with Geo. S. Adams, Agent
9,920.00 Stock with McKinney Agency Inc.
5,200.00 Stock with L. E. Patterson, Agent
By 0 mmissioner Sawdon,' seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Res• ved, that the aotion of the Finance Committee be and
the same ereby is approved. Carried.
L.V.R.R. eROSSINGS The City Engineer reported that the Railroad
Company :ve agreed to give immediate attention to the matter of
repairs y. crossings.
SPENCER ' RT/WAY The Engineer reported that Mr. Sincebaugh has
set a pr .e of $700.00 for the strip of land 59 feet in length
along hi : property.
The :oard considered this price too high.
The engineer was instructed to ascertain if curb and gutter
can be i stalled without going on the Sincebaugh property.
THOMAS S i EWALK Engineer Marble' stated that Mr. C. A. Thomas
of 701 C ff St. has requested the City to install a new side-
walk, as is walk was damaged when the street was raised in front
of his pipperty. Mr. Thomas stated that the City had agreed to
build th=! sidewalk at the time the street was raised.
By s .mmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Res• ved, that the matter be referred to the Highway Com-
mittee t. investigate and make arrangements satisfactory to both
Mr. Thom:Is and the City. Carried.
ELMWOOD �t ' . SIDEWALK The matter• of installation of the side-
walk at 00 e TenBroeok property at 402-4 :$lmwoodd. Ave. was dis-
cussed a • it was regularly moved, seconded and carried that the
matter b:! referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and
report.
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VAN NATT , BRIDGE REPAIRS Engineer Marble reported that a .timber
bent is •ieing installed under the bridge and that plank cribbing
can be I stalled to retain the 'bank where caved, but the work
should b: done as cheaply as possible to last until a new bridge
is installed as the wall on the west side is in a very poor con-
dition.
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SWIMMING POOL-VAN NATTAS DAM It was reported that the top 4 ft.
of dat is required to create a pool for bathers. 1,
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by. Commissioner S: dons ,
Resolved, that when temporary repairs are complete , that L_../
the dam be allowed to fill for the duration of the swi ng sea-
son. Car ed.
GOLF COURSE Forester Baker reported that the newly or ized
Newman Golf Club are planning to put on 'an exhibition m oh; and
wish to collect a small fee from spectators to defray ' e enses.
By Commissioner Causer, seoonded by Commissioner R sey:
Resolved, that the matter be left with Mr. Baker with power.
Carr ed.
CORNELL STREET WATER TANK Commissioner Sawdon reported that the
Board of Education wish to retain a portion of the old WI ter tank
to use as a swimming pool.
Attorney Powers suggested that the City should hav a written
request for the tank and a release from the Board of Edation,
and he agreed to talk with Mr. Kulp in regard to the ma er.
LUOENTE CESSPOOL Commissioner Egbert reported that he nvesti-
gated conditions at the Lucente property, and felt that ' ince the
City did construct the• present cesspool when Giles St. . s put
through, that they should" install a septile tank.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner A en:
Resolved, that Engineer Marble and Plumbing Inspect, r Wismar
be instructed to prepare plans for the installation of septic
tank on Mr. Lucente' s premises and present to the Board.
Oar ed.
AUDIT By Commissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissione Sawdon:
Resolved, that the bills approved and audited b the
Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved f payment.
Car ed.
HALLER STREET Commissioner Sawdon expressed the thoug . that
Haller gt. should be constructed. ;
Mayor Myers reported that he and the City Engineer ad called
on Mrs. Swartout who now seemed to favor the project, bu asked
th*m to talk further with her husband.
The Mayor agreed to call upon Mr. Swartout again to ay.
On motion the meeting adjourned.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Special .eeting 10:00 A. M. July 5, 1935
PRESENT., ti
Mayor -- uyers
Commiss .vers - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert
Attorne - Powers
Clerk - springer
Engineer Marble ,
Water .t. - Carpenter
Sewer ' .t. - Dougherty
Ma .r Myers announced that this meeting was called to discuss
the sur" ey made by Engineer Holmes of the sewage disposal plant.
SE49ER , SIATION SURVEY Commissioner Egbert reported on the progress
of the ' .reliminary survey made by Mr. Holmes, stating that the cost
to the city of Ithaca for, putting the disposal plant ' in condition
tomeet . the. growing needs for the next '35 years would be about -
$60,000: DO plus the cost of a new building.
Mr. Egbert further stated that the Engineer recommended sub-
mittinw the project for P.W.A. approval and grant ,
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egberts
Re:.lved, that this Board recommend to the Common Council that
_ the P.W. ' , be asked for an appropriation of $100,000.00 for the
complet: rebuilding of the sewage. disposal plant.
Beit Further Resolved, that the Common Council be requested
to appr. .riate the sponsor' s share .of 54 'of the total cost.
Unanimously Carried.
By commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert :
.Re •lved, that the former 'motion• be reconsidered and the
amount ' -quested from the P.W.A, be increased to 125,000.00.
Unanimously Carried,
BERGHOL 'Z TRACT Commissioner Miscall reported--that Mr, Peer had
stated' oat he felt that ' the Stewart Park Commission would be
willing o appropriate $1,000.00 annually from their income to
purche.se the Bergholtz Tract, and questioned the necessity of re-
ferring the matter to the Council.
004 issioner Sawdon favored the idea of laying the whole ;.
matter i1efore the Council for their 'consideration and- approval;
' with th<: assurance .that this Board recommends the acquisition: of
the tr.aJt, and stated that the Soil Conservation Service would be
willing to _keep the ground under cultivation.
By' Commissioner Sawdon, seconded`by Commissioner Allen: -
• Re:.olved, that this Board recommend to the Common Council
that the Stewart Park Commission be authorized to pay up to the
sum of . 5,500.00 for that portion of the Bergholtz Tract now '
owned b the Tompkins Co. Trust Co. Carried -.
OLD HAN' AR AT AIRPORT Mayor Myers reported that a representa-
tiveY Y
of the Soil Conservation Service has recently offered to
pay the city a rental of $30.00 monthly for the old hangar at
the. airoort , if the roof is repaired to render the building suit-
able fol storage purposes.
BylCommissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Re :olved, that Commissioner Allen and Engineer Marble be re-
quested to investigate the matter and report. - Carried.
LOAD LIIIT ON BRIDGES Commissioner Egbert suggested that the
bridges within the city should be posted for load limits.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Re .olved, that the City Engineer be instructed to make an
inspection of all bridges within the city limits and post the
load li'�its thereon. Carried
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STEWART PARK BAND STAND Mr. Sherman Peer reported that the Stewart
Park Commission have unanimously decided to erect a bans' stand in
Stewart Park as a P.W.A. project. He stated that the sand could
not be built on dity Ooperty without consent, nor the grojeot sub-
mitted to the P.W.A. without the city' s sponsorship, ans, that the
Park Commission will assume the sponsors share.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner :.awdon:
Resolved, that the construction of the banA stand le approved,
and permission be granted to build same on city properl
Be It Further Resolved, that the city act as spons II. for the
project under the P.W.A. Car ied.
OFFICE HOURS Mayor Myers stated that requests have be n made by
seveisl employees to open and close the city offices on hour
earlier during the months of July and August. .
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by OommissiOner- Alen:
Resolved, that the matter of changing office hours I e left
to the City Cleritrwith power. Csr
FIRE HOSE Sewer Supt. Dougherty stated that the Sewer and' Public
Works Departments are in need of 700 feet. of fire hose *Or flubb-
ing storm sewers and streets.
By COmmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Lecall:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the. 3ewer Committee
to confer with Fire Chief Reilly in regard to securing .bed hose.
Car tied.
SEWER RENTAL Commissioner Egbert suggested that the m.,tter of
sewer rentals be settled if the rental system is to be ' _stallei
by January lgt.
It was agreed to hold an informal meeting July
time and place to be announced by the. Mayor.
AMY LOT Attorney Powers reported receipt of a letter from the
Bradford Almy heirs in regard to a lot at the intersect on of
Spencer Road and Albany Street , which is now a part of lhe new
Inlet Valley Road, and which was used without reimburse tent to .
the estate.
Theheirshavesetapriceof $750.00onthelot , ; dhave
asked for settlement. 0 01 •
Attorney Powers agreed to talk with Mrs. Willis an' negotiate
on the basis of $300.00 which is the assessed valuation, Of the
lot.
OIDEWALK GRADE - DRYDEN ROAD & COLLEGE AVE. Engineer 6arble re- ,
ported that the Sinclair Oil Co. have asked to lower the sidewalk
grade at their station at the above address to allow easier entry
and exit.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner qauber:
Resolved, that the matter beieferred to the Highwa, Committee
with power.
POLICE STATION REPAIRS Engineer Marble reported thatHe hae -
aaked .for bids on thework estimated at $400. 00.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner E03ert :
Resolved, that the Engineer be authorized to accept bps, '
I ( and award the job to the lowest bidder. Car led.
SPENCER STREET Rli'JAY Engineer Marble reported that N .
Since-
baugh has agreed to deed a 15 ft. strip of his land to he city,
for the sum of $100.00 and Installation of the curb and gutter
in front of his property without cost to, him.
• The Commissioners felt that this price is too high and de-
cided to omit the curb and gutter in front of his prope ty.
HOSPITAL ADDITION Commissioner Causer presented the plan of the
proposal addition of the hospital and asked to have thelOity
Engineer survey the plot,
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the Engineer be authorized to make ',he neo-
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espary survey. Oar led.
On motion the meeting was adjourned to reconvene al the call
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
', City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular M eting 10:00 A. M. July 13, 1938
PRESENT
Mayor - M erg • -
Commissio ere. - Allen, Sawdon, Miscall, Egbert
Alderman Leachtneauer . Water Supt. - Carpenter
Attorney Powers ' Sewer Supt. - Dougherty
Olerk - ringer Gen. Foreman - Alby
Engineer Marble Constr. Foreman - Cass
Forester Baker Plumbing Insptr. - Wismar
MINUTES Minutes of the preoeding meeting were duly approved.
MISS FLOUNCE SCANLON Miss Scanlon stated that since she has 1
had no notice from the Board in regard to the extension of the
sanitary ewer to accommodate her property at 312 and -314 Spencer
Street , e e is again appearing to ask for a decision.
She lso stated that after the construction of the sluice
way, a mo
nd of dirt was left which. is very unsightly, and asked
the City o fill in a city owned lot adjoining her property..
By C mmissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Resc1ved, that the matter of the sewer extension be referred
to the Sewer Committee and the City Attorney for investigation
and repo�t. Carried.
Miss Scanlon was assured that the..ground around the sluice
way will. `be cleaned up, and the lot filled as soon as filling
material is available._ - - - -
GEORGE V SNYEI Mr. .Visnyei stated that complaints have_ been
made in ' egard to filling hie land with garbage.,: and requested
disconti ance of the filling until Fall.
He : seured the Board that the present fill will be covered
with diri and there will be no further cause for. complaint.
JOSEPH GOSH Mr. Gosh appeared before the Board and reported
that thelcreek has damaged his propertyat1019 W. Clinton Street
and asket to have some repairs and filling done to the bank.
.../ Engineer Marble questioned the City' s liability in the
matter : Id thought it a matter for the City Attorney to decide.
By. commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Res; lved, that the matter be referred to the Highway Commit-
tee and foreman Alby for study and report.
DOAN'S DUG 00. The manager of Doan' s Drug Co. appeared before
the Boar! and asked them• tq 'reconsider the request for permission
to instal l' a door in the sidewalk in front of their. store at 141
E. State) Street.
He' ailed attention to the great- inconvenience of the de-
livery o' merchandise through the store, and to the very distinct
fire hae:rd, since only an inside stairway leads to their base-
ment.
Attorney Powers stated that the Fire Chief felt that it
would b= *Ell to allow the installation as a help to the depart-
ment in ase' of fire.
Th- Commissioners decided that the application_ should come
from the owners of the building, who could then be held respon-
sible f. any damage to the City, and the manager agreed to ask
the own= s to make' the application. .
PUBLI9 ARING The Mayor announced the opening of the Public
Hearing, as advertised, to hear objections or receive petitions
protest g -the order of the Board for the construction of curb
and gut 'er in S. Albany St. , Park St. and Eastwood Ave. , west of
Corner. St. .
No i•ersons appeared .to oppose construction in any of the
streets and the Mayor therefore declared the hearing closed.
RULES ASD REGULATIONS Attorney Powers presented a list of pro- (
posed : 'endments to . the statement of organization of the Board,
and duties delegated to its various officers, employees" old de-
partmen ' s, as follows:
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Sec. 2D Add._ maintenance of storm sewers
r 2F Repealed
2G Add. to title,- "And Sanitary Sewers" Functions: Operation,
maintenance, .repair, improvement and extension .f the
sanitary system including operation of stations and dis-
posal plant.
Sec. 3 Add. the City Clerk shall also be in charge of I,: intenance
and repair of the City Hall, including supervis • n of
janitor service.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner S, don:
Resolved, that the amendments to the statement as p1 - sented
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Be It Further Resolved, that they be effective as o this
\' i date and until further- notice. Carr ed.
N. H. SOHICKEL Attorney Powers reported complaints in ' egard to
the construction of an additional storage shed_ on city p operty
which obstructs the view of the street, and for which no street
permit was issued.
-- By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner bert :
Resolved, that- the City Clerk be instructed to not y
Mr. Schickel to remove this building at once. Oar ed.
STEWART PARK{ BAND STAND The Clerk reported receipt of agree-
ment between Architect Sherwood Holt and the City of It ca, which
Mr. Holt requests to have officially signed, which will uthorize
him to proceed with the details of construction of the tand, for
ti' the Stewart Park Commission, and which agrees to pay hi i a fee of
6% of the cost of the work.
It was ,pointed out that no expense will fall upon a City,
but the agreement must be between the Architect and the sponsor
of the project.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner bert:
Resolved, that the Mayor be, and he hereby is authorized to
execute the agreement. • Car ied.
WM. HORNER The Clerk reported receipt of a letter fro ;
Mr. Horner requesting the privilege of installing a tem'1orary
catch basin near his driveway on W. Fall Street and convecting
same with the storm sewer.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner E:;bert:
Resolved, that this permission be given Mr. Horner !' to in--
stall the catch basin in accordance with approval of th:: City
Engineer. Carried.
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SEWER ASSESSMENT 721 CLIFF ST. The Clerk reported thal it has
been found necessary to connect the house at 721 Cliff :street,
now, owned by the City through the Welfare Department, with the
.sanitary sewer, 'and that the sewer assessment against tf a proper-
ty should be expunged.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolved, that the sewer assessment amounting to 00.00
against property at 721 Cliff Street be expunged. tarried.
STORM SEWER STEWART AVE & MSCADILLA. GORGE The Clerk , ead a
letter from Prof. E. Merritt, in regard . to the discharge of water
into the gorge in such a way as to make the path at the bottom
of the gorge impassable.
Engineer Marble stated that 'he has had corresponde ce with .
Prof. Merritt and Mr. Weatherlow of the University in r-gard to
the situation, and the matter is receiving attention.
SIDEWALK - SPENCER STREET The 'Clerk reported a telep •ne com-
plaint received from a Mrs. Driscoll in regard to the •,•ndition
of the sidewalk in front of the property owned by Dan •, owley.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner , filen:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the City engineer
for investigation and report. Ca lied.
SEWER RENT Commissioner Sawdon reported that the Co • ssioners
have considered the matter of sewer rents, and suggest:. appoint-
ment of a committee to study the subject. .
Hy Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner .lien:
Resa_ ived, that Water Supt. Carpenter, Engineer Mat•le,
Attorney 'Powers, and Clerk Springer be appointed to a • •mmittee
to study and report on rates. Carried.
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Morris Aye. Water Rents Commissioner Sawdon reported the accumu-
lation o water rents amounting to $300.90 on property in Morris
Ave. now owned by the . City •through tax deeds, and suggested that
the foll wing items be expunged;
. 101 Morris Ave. $36.64 ,
103 " " 40
11 " ii 105.62
112 " " . - 8.62
113 " II 23.49
114 " " 16. 75
115 . " it- 40. 70
116 It " 158. 28
By ommissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resyived, that the above listed items be and the same hereby
are expupged. Carried.
WATER DErARTMENT SURVEY Commissioner Sawdon reported on the pre-
liminarylsurvey made by the engineers for the construction of a
new impo nding reservoir and repairs and enlargement of the fil-
teration plant.
He •.tated that the original idea was to do ' this work piece-
meal .bbtlwith the opportunity of getting a P ALA. grant of 45%
of the total cost, the Water Committee felt it desirable to pro-
ceed wit' the whole project at an estimated cost of $500,000.00.
By commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolved that the Board approve the report 'and suggestion
of the L ter Committee.
Bet Further Resolved, that this Board recommend to the
Common Cyuncil that the P.W.A. be asked for an appropriation of
$500,00000 for the complete project.
Be ' t Further Resolved, that the Common Council be requested
to appro1e the issuance of bonds to finance the sponsorl.s share
of the pioject. Unanimously Carried.
GARBAGE -UM Commissioner Miscall reported that the old.
Chevrole truck is giving considerable trouble and it will be
necessari to replace same in the near future.
SEWER ST TION SURVEY Commissioner Egbert reported receipt of
prelimin: ry report on the sewage treatment plant from Mr. Holmes,
and suggested that he be authorized to proceed with detail plans
and specifications.
By ' ommissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resllved, that Mr. Holmes' report be accepted and placed on
file.
Be t Further Resolved, that Mr. Holmes be authorized and
directedlto proceed with complete plans and specifications for
the proj :ct titled; additions to sewage treatment plant.
Carried.
AUDIT By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Reolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Fin-
ance Comuittee be and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Carried.
SIDEWALKf- N. MEADOW ST. Building Comm. Lunn reported that
several omplaints have been received in regard to the absence
\ ... / of a aid walk in front of the James J. Clines lot at 105 N.
Meadow S .
By ommissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Res lved, that the City Clerk be instructed to write
Mr. Clings in regard to the complaints and request him to in-
stall a idewalk at this location. Carried.
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AIR CONDITIONING UNIT$ Plumbing Inspector Wismar repprjed that
the Alpine has completed connection of their air conditioning
machine with the sanitary sewer, but that the Monarch Re,_taurant,
the College Spa and Zincs have not as yet applied for a •ermit or
paid the necessary fee.
The Clerk was instructed to write these people and lotify
them that they must pay the fee and connect with the sew.-r at once.
On motion the meeting was adjourned to reconvene at the ., all of
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City Clerk
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CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
REGULAR MEETING 10:00 A.M. JULY 27, 1938
PRESENT -
Mayor Myers - - . •
. C ommissio =rs, Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Egbert
Attorney - Powers
Clerk - Sp nger .
Engineer - IL,arble - .
Forester - maker .
Supt. Wate & Sewer Depts. - Carpenter
General Fo man - Alby
Plumbing I peotor - 'Wismar
MINUTES : nutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
N.H. SOHIO N L : Mr. Schickel appeared before the Board to ask
permission o leave the shed on City property,which was ordered
removed at he last meeting of the Board. He stated that the
financial : irangements are now completed and expects to proceed with
construoti '1' of the apartment,and the building is needed for office
quarters f•1 the Government Inspector.
By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Comm. Causer :
% RESOLVED, oat the' action taken by the Board at their meeting July 13th
be moonal - :red. Carried.
By Commies oner Egbert : seconded by Commissioner Sawdon :
RESOLVED, y at the present street permit be extended, at pleasure .
of the Boajd, to include the second shed now standing on City property.
Carried.
PARKING SP OE FOR DOCTORS' : Dr. L. H. Speno appeared before the
Board, andirequested them to consider setting aside a parking
space for '1ootors.
He' was informed that the Common Council and Police Department have
jurisdicti �n over parking questions, and the matter should be
brought to the attention of the Police Commissioner.
JANITOR VA'�ATION : The Clerk reported that E. Grant has asked for
......./ two weekIslvacation beginning August 20th.. .
By Commiss oner Egbert : seconded by Comm. Sawdon :
RESOLVED, 'hat the matter be referred to the City Clerk with power.
Carried.
AIR CONDITIONERS : The Clerk reported that Zinoks have not yet made
applioatiof, nor paid the required fee for discharging effluent into
the sanitary sewers.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Allen .:
RESOLVED, 'hat the proprietor, Mr. Aaron Wells be notified to comply
with the B'lardts Rules by August let, or he will be cited to appear
before theIBoard. Carried.
RULES & REtULATIONS RE-AIR CONDITIONING EFFLUENT: Attorney Powers
read a sug::.ested Amendment to the Rules and Regulations, governing
theinstalli' tion, use and maintenance of the Sanitary Sewers. After
discussion it was moved, -
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen :
BE IT RESO VED THAT THE first sentence of Section 19 of the Rules and
Regulation: of the Board of Public Works governing the installation,
use, contrrl and maintenance of the Sanitary Sewers be amended to
read as fo lows :
No person .hall discharge into the Sanitary Sewer System any inflam-
able or exudosive material, strom water, cistern or tank overflow,
cellar dra, n, di scharge from any vehicle wash rack or water motor, or
the conten s of any privy vault or cesspool, or, except as otherwise
provided bi the Board,and under a permit issued by the Board, the
discharge i►f effluent from any air conditioning machine or unit.
Motion Carried.
RULES & RE1 'JLATIONS - RE WEEDS : Attorney Powers stated tha'� on.
July -6th tje Common Council added Section 139 to the City Charter in
regard to Feeds etc. , on private property.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen :
3E IT RESO VED pursuant to Section 139 of the Ithaca Charter as
enacted by] Local Law No. 2-1938 that the rules and regulations of
the Board 'f Public Works of the City of Ithaca be amended by Adding V
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a new section to be designated-as Section 13 a, as folio e: '
1.3-.a lv►The owners of all private property are hereby requi 'ed' to .out,
' ‘ trim or remove brush, high grass, rubbish and weeds from their
' \ premises and keep suoh premises in a reasonably clean sanitary
condition to prevent the breeding of insects or vermin d to
prevent the spread of noxious weeds to adjoining premiS .Premises •
situated at street interseotibns 'or on curved streets a• , l be kept
in suoh -condition as to give a clear and unobstruoted'vi w of the
• intersection or curve. .
rule -
11. This Asshall -not be construed to prevent the ra -ing of
garden or oultivated crops on farm lands or to unreaso -,sly require
the cutting of grass and brush. on undeveloped areas exe• .t in the
immediate vicinity of other properties.
111. The Oity F'orester, in the name of the Board of Public
Works upon -complaint being made to- him, or upon his own otion, _./
shall address to any owner permitting a violation of this rule to
- exist upon' his property, a notice in writing, served personally
or by mail to the address appearing upon the Oity Tax Ral
. requiring. such person within a time to be specified in 'uch notice
* but --in no event less than 5 days from the service or mailing thereof:
to comply with this rule. Upon the failure of such own.r to
oomply- with suoh notice within the tithe limited therein the
Forester shall cause suoh premises to be put in such oodition
as will comply with the rule and shall oharge' the cost -hereof to •
- the owner of said premises. Upon the failure of such o� er to pay
suoh charge within 30 days an action may be brought in he name
, f of• the Oity of Ithaca for the collection thereof.
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104 MORRIS AVENUE : Attorney Powers reported that the 4mpkina
County Trust Company have started proceedings as Commit gee to sell
to the City the• property at #104 Morris Avenue, and the� prooedure
requires execution of a• contract prior to the final or• r of sale ;
also that this property was aoquired by' the Tompkins C.� . tyTrust
Company from the City and that the City aoquired same •1 a tax
sale; that under the circumstances the Bank could not :!' - rantee •
title, except that no question has been raised since e: ' e in 1930,
and probably the title is sufficient for the purpose i ended.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Egbe . :. `
RESOLVED,- that the Mayor be authorized to exeoute the • •ntraot and
that the deed be accepted when presented.
Oarr 3d.
UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC CABLE _: Engineer Marble reported , 'at the
Atlantic Refining Company have requested permission tolinstall
an underground- electric oable under the parking at the r new
station at Cayuga and Marshall Street, and that Professor
E.W. 11ohoder..hlkdk1 requested permission to install an 'derground .,;
oable under the street and parking at his .home at #220 Willard Way.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded:by Comm. Allen :
RESOLVED, -that permission be granted the Atlantic Refiling
• Company to install underground eleotrio oables, under he
supervision of the Oity .Engineer-, and that the mainten1noe of same
/be the owners responsibility. Carried. •
;By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Allen :
; RESOLVED, that permission be granted Professor Sohoderlto install
underground electric cables,under the supervision of tie City •
Engineer, and that the maintenanoe of same be the owner 1s
responsibility. Cai ried.
HOSP TAL ADDITION $ Engineer Marble reported receipt ol� an agree-
ment between Arohiteot A.N. Gibb and the Oity of Ithao: ,which
Mr.' Gibb requests to have signed, which will authorize him to ,
proceed with the details of oonetruotion of the Hospi ,: l addition,
and in which it is agreed to pay him a fee of 6% at t - cost of
the work.
It was explained that no expense will fall upon the 0 y, but that
the agreement must be between the Architect and the s •neor of
the projeot.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Oomm. Oa r : .
RESOLVED: that the Mayor be and he hereby is aii,,horiz d to
execute ;the agreement on behalf of the City.
Carried.
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HOSPI AL P-OJEOT : Commissioner Egbert expressed the opinion 'that a
Specia Oo,i,iittee should be: appointed who will have charge of the
preparatio' of plans and execution of the work on the addition
to the Hospital.
By Oommiss;oner Egbert seoonded by Comm. Causer : _ . -
RESOLVED, hat a Committee of three (3) be appointed. to.havecharge
of plans : ;d construction of the- building and the traneaotion of
bueinesa: th the P.W.A. and the Contractor,
- ' BE IT FURTp R RESOLVED, that the Hospital Authorities be notified
of the 'aot on of this Board. - • : Carried.
The Mayor Ippointed the following to the Committee
Engineer rble,Oommissioners Allen and :TILIOC LI&. . - -
P.W.A:' PR ECTS : The Engineer suggested that the Board should
ratify the action of the Common Council in approving the projeote
submitted o the P.W.A.
By Oommise oner Sawdon : seconded-by Comm. Allen
RESOLVED, ' hat the aeti'ons taken by the Common Oounoil with- respeot
to the fol owing projects be and the same hereby are approved and -
ratified. - - .
Maternity Wing Tompkins County Memorial Hospital
Addition to Sewage Treatment Plant - -
• Oonstruotion of earth dam and: enlargement' of Filter -Plant
Carried.
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RETAINING ,ALL SIX MILE CREEK : Engineer Marble estimated the• oost of
reinforei : the retaining wall on the Driscoll property at $,$50.00.
By Oommiee; oner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Egbert ;
RESOLVED, hat the Common Council be informed of the importance of
this job : '. d request an appropriation of $2,850.00 to do the work.
Carried.
LUCENTE Or-SPOOL : Engineer Marble reported that the estimated oost
of a properly constructed oesspool would be $250.00. -
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Egbert :
RESOLVED, ,hat the Common Council be advised that in the opinion
of the Bo= d of Public Worke,Mr. Lucent() has a just claim against
the City, !nd reoommende adjustment of toe olaim on the basic of
the Engine!r's estimate. Carried.
CROSSWALKS ALBANY & GREEN STREETS : The Engineer reported receipt of a
complaint Mr. F.J. Prentice of the condition of the crosswalks
at Albany nd Green Streets; and that investigation disolosed the
fact that he walks and ourbs have settled so that oars often pass
over the w' ks. He stated that it would not be an expensive job
to correotlthe trouble.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Egbert: . -
RESOLVED, hat Foreman Alby be authorized to proceed with the work
- of widenin% the corners and raising the walk at the interseotion.
Carried.
HALLER ST— Er : Commissioner Egbert stated that Mr. Haller is
willing toldeed to the Town of Ithaca any land neoessary to construct
the propos-d road if the location can be -changed where it adjoins
the Swartot property. .
By Oommies, oner Sawdon : seoonded by Comm. Egbert
RESOLVED, hat the Highway Committee and the City Engineer be
authorizedlto confer with the Town Board and make necessary ,
arrangemen s for oonstruotion of the street at new location,
Carried.
RYAN LO?' : Commissioner Sawdon stated that Mrs. Ryan has offered to
sell to thr City the barn luted on a lot needed for the enlargement
of the Fi1I eration Plant.
By Comni ss oner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen :
RESOLTO, s'_lat the Water Department be authorized to purchase the
Ryan �._ p •ovi.d' d, the P.W.A; project is approved.
Carried.
Scanlon SE;►ER i:JN 'F'cTION ; Commissioner Egbert asked advice in regard
to inst6,31'.1.b a. ocJospool or septic tank to accomodate Sc^.n1on
propertie sl ol: Spencer Street,
It was agr,ed that the City is not obligated'to-instal?. sever service
for this ploperty. Attorney Powers stated -that an Attorney for
Miss Scanl!'n has written him in regard to the Sewer, and he will
confer wit the Attorney.
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AUDIT : By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Conn. Allen I.
RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finan•�e Committee
be and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Ca Tried.
BERGHOLTZ TRACT : Commissioner Sawdon reported that the 0. , on
Council did not take action in regard to the purchase of t le Bergholtz
tract, and that the Board should recommend the purchase by the
Stewart Park Commission.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Egbert
RESOLVED, that this Board recommend to the Stewart Park Oonwission,
the purchase of the Bergholtz tract at the price of $8, 500. .0 `.�
I'arra ed.
SWIMMING POOLS : Mayor Myers stated that many requests hav- been
received for the City to provide swimming and wading pools, and that
the Board of Education will furnish guards for two or thre pools if
the pools oan be provided. He suggested that it might be ossible
! to construot a wading pool in Oasoadilla Creek at small ex nee.
Commissioner Sawdon agreed to oontaot the University Autho ties for
permission to construct a temporary dam in the Creek.
STEWART PARK BAND STAND : Engineer Marble explained that I would be
necessary for the City to sponsor the P.W.A. project for t b proposed
Band Stand in Stewart Park,and stated that the Stewart Par '
Commission is prepared to furnish the sponsor's share with t cost
to the City.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Egbert :
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS:
Sec. 1. That Mayor Joseph B. Myers, be and he is authoriz to execute
and file an application on behalf of the City of Ithaoa to he United
States of America for a grant to aid in financing the cons uotion
of a Band Stand at Stewart Park.
Sec. 2. That Mayor Joseph B. Myers is hereby authorized a directed
to furnish such information as the United States of Amerio; through
the Federal Emergenoy Administration of Public Works may r amiably
request in connection with the application which is herein :uthorized
to be filed. .
AYES 4. Allen,Bawdon,Causer,Egbert
NAYS 0 Motion Carried.
On motion the Meeting was adjourned to reconven: at
the call of the Mayer.
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City of Ithaca., N. Y.
Regular Me= ing 10:00 A. M. August 10, 1938
PRESENT
Mayor - My-rs -
Cemmission:rs - Alien, Sawdon, Causer, Egbert _ -
,- Attorney-Pi ers
Clerk Sp'linger
Engineer - garble
Forester - maker '
• Supt. Wate , & Sewer Depts. -- Carpenter
Constructi• Foreman - Cass _ .
Plumbing I_Ispector - Wismar
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MINUTES mutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
REGIONAL ir!ETING The Clerk reported that a regional meeting for
city officials would be held this year on November 21st in Geneva,
New York.
DOAN' S DRU CO. A communication from Cornell. University request-
ing permission to install a sidewalk elevator on its premises lo-
cated at 1 1 E. State Street was presented to the' Board. The letter
stated that both the J. J. • Newberry Co.: and the Doan Drug Co. carry
adequate p'blic liability coverage,
By Colmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolled, that permission be granted to install- a sidewalk -
elevator a 141 E. State Street in front of the Doan Drug Co, store,
provided tie University will furnish the City an indemnity agree-
ment appro} ed by the City Attorney. Carried.
TEST BORINIS - EARTH DAM The Clerk reported receipt of three bids
for makingjtest borings at the site of the new earth dam which the
Water Committee of the Board of Public Works have examined.
The bI ds are as follows:
Spra:1e & Henwood Inc. $2,398.00
$cL anton, Pa.
Certsied check in amount of 350.00 1
Philil. J. Healy Inc. $3,433. 50
Ne'' York, N. Y. -
th Certs ied check in amount of 400.00 -
The les Drilling Corp. $3,989.40
N York, N. Y.
Cert ied check in amount of 400.00
The ter Committee, as well as Mr. Halmos of the engineering
firm of P sons, Klapp, Brinckerhoff & Douglas, recommended that
the contr t be awarded to Sprague & Henwood Inc. in accordance
with thea bid of $2,398.00.
By O. missioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
WHE- '!, S, in connection with the proposed construction of an
earth dam :nd auxiliary reservoir (P.W.A. docket #1935) it is
necessary to contract for underground exploration, and
WHE- LAS, it is important that this work be done by a com-
petent
co !tractor experienced in this particular kind of work, and
WHER:>AS, the specifications have been submitted to and bids
requested from the known responsible contractors, and bids have
' been rete ved from 3 bidders, and
WHE- :IAS,: it is the sense of this Board that the formality of
advertisi ,g for bids would serve no useful purpose and that the
contract :!hould be let to the firms contacted,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the formality of advertis-
ing for b de be waived and the contract be awarded to Sprague and
Henwood Inc. , the low bidder at the price of $2,395.00, upon their
submittin:. acceptable publio liability insurance and performance
bond and ;he Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to
execute tie contract on behalf of the City of Ithaca.
Ayes -- 4 Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Egbert
Nays -- 0 Carried.
HOSPITAL PLUMBING Plumbing Inspector Wismar reported that plumb.
ing is being done in the Tompkins County Memorial Hospital by other
than lieensed-plumbers.
The Clerk was instructed to notify the hospital auth( rities
that this is in violation of the rules of the Board of Puplic Works
as well as of state statute.
HOSPITAL PROJECT Engineer Marble reported that the hoap Ital. plans
and contract documents have been completed and have been approved
by the special committee of the Board of Public Works, an: now re-
quested formal approval of the Board.
By Commissioner Causer, seconded by Commissioner Saw•on
" Resolved, that the action of the special committee b4 and the
same hereby is approved. Carr ed.
NEW HANGAR - AIRPORT Engineer Marble reported that the •oors to
the hangar are binding caused by settling of the building or rais-
ing of the concrete floor.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner All=n:
Resolved, that the Engineer be instructed to carefully exam-
ine the condition and make recommendations for repairs wi ,h
estimated cost thereof. Carr ed.
FIRE AT GREENS HOUSE - GOLF COURSE Forester Baker reported a
small fire at the Greens house which was covered by insure ce and
has been repaired. I'
FIRE-PROTECTION - GREENS HOUSE Su ;t. Carpenter stated t at for
not to exceed $45.00 it would be possible to install a pile which
would enable the Fire Department to pump water from the cieek for
use in case of fire.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Alln:
Resolved, that Mr. Carpenter be and he hereby is autgorized
to install such a pipe. Carr ed.
WATER SHUT OFF NOTICES Commissioner Sawdon reported that shut
off notices have been sent to Dr. H. C. Stephenson at 105ICornell
Street and J. Austin White of the Lake Road, on account or non-
payment of water bills, but the water has not yet been shit off.
He •felt that no extensions should be made in these cases.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner AllIn:
Resolved, that the rules of the Board be adhered to i d the
water be shut off at the addresses given. Carr ed.
WATER CONSUMPTION Commissioner Sawdon reported that all six
filters are in operation due to the increased use of wate during
the hot weather and that the recent installation of new p ps has
been a great help in the conservation of the water supply!
CHEVROLET GARBAGE TRUCK Engineer Marble reporting for Commission-
er Miscall stated that #5 garbage truck is in bad shape a d that
Mr. Taylor thought it too expensive to make the necessary repairs.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egb1rt: •
Resolved, that the City Engineer be authorized to prLpare
specifications for a new garbage truck, and that the City Clerk be
authorized to advertise for bids thereon. Carried.
GASOLINE AND OIL BIDS By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm Allen:
Resolved, that the City Engineer be authorized to pr-pare
specifications for the purchase of gasoline, kerosene andifuel
oil for the ensuing year, and that the City Clerk be auth rized to
advertise for bids thereon, such bids to be opened at a r�-gular
meeting of this Board to be held August 24, 1938 at 10:00 A. M.
Carred.
OLD HANGAR AIRPORT Engineer Marble reported that he tog-ther
with Commissioner Allen had examined the roof on the old iangar
and estimated that it could be repaired for not to excee•t $500.00
and that the Soil Conservation Service have agreed to pa rent
for the building when it is repaired, suffioient to reim• rse the
City within three years.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Sa ) . on:
Resolved, that the Engineer be instructed to prepare spec-
ifications for the work and submit to various contractors for bids.
Carr ed.
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MEADOW STUN PUMPING STATION Supt. Carpenter reported the need
of repairs to the inside walls of the station at Meadow Street and
estimated, the cost of same at $100.00. -
/ The Board instructed Mr. Carpenter to see that the necessary
repairs are made.
AUDIT By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Resolved that the bills approved and audited by. the. Fin-
ance Commi tee be and the same hereby are 'approved for payment.
Carried;
SCANLON SF ER CONNEOTION Attorney .Powers reported that the' matter
of extend g the sewer to any area is discretionary with .the Board.
By C m. Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Reeo ed, that the request by Miss Scanlon for sewer service i.
be denied. Carried.
STEWART P BAND STAND Engineer °Marble reported that Docket -
#2013 had een assigned to the P.W.A. project for the erection of
the band EI and.
HOSPITAL p OJECT P.W.-A. Docket N.X. 1480 F
By Cc missioner $awdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Resol ed, that the City Clerk be and he hereby is authorized
to advertise for bids for the construction of the maternity wing
at ;the Tompkins County Memorial Hospital when plans and specifica-
tions are approved by the regional director. _ Carried.
On motion the meeting adjourned to reconvene at the call of
the Mayor.
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City of .Ithaca, N. Y. . .
Adjourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A.M. ' August 22,. 1935
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PRESENT
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Mayor -- Myers . •
Commissioners - sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert, Rumsey
Attorney - Rowers . .
Clerk - Springer
Engineer - Marble •
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Mayor Myers explained that the purpose of this meeti g was-to
receive and open bids for •the Hospital project P.W.A. Doc. et N.Y.
• 1450 F and any other business which should properly' come tef.ore the
Board. Prior to opening bida, addenda Nos. 1 to 17 were lead -in
detail. �..../
The following bids were opened and read by the Clerk
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General Construction
• . Bidder Base Bid Bi Bond • '
Ward Construction Co. ' *59,975.00 $3,000. cert. Check
• J. Dall Jr. . 66, 11.00 • . 6,000. . rety Bond
A. H. McPherson & Son - 77,600. .Q0 : ' ,5% : rety Bond
Beating & Ventilating . •
Bidder Bid ' Bii Bond
• Jamieson-McKinney Co. 13,640.00 • 700. ert. Check
Higgins & Zabriskie . 13,550.00 . 5% q rety Bond
Fred Bradt Co. 15,750.00 5%- :: . rety Bond
• Plumbing
Bidder . Bid Bid Bond
Jamieson-McKinney Co. ,3 5.00. 275. pert. Check
Higgins & Zabriskie • 4,740.00 ' 5% '?ert.
'Donahue- & .Halver sQn . • . 4,559.00 5% �. rety _Bond
Electrical Work • . . I
. Bidder ' • Bid Biu Bond
' Norton E' lec. Co. ' • 5, 90.00 5'. rety .Bond.
• Hillebrand & Owen . 5,268.00 300. pert. Check \ ... /
Horacek Hayden Inc. 5,565.00 . 300. ert. Check
: By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner R 'sey:
Whereas, after due adv.ertisement, .12 bids were received by the
'Board of Publiq Works of the City of Ithaca for .contraotsf number 1
to 4 for General C.onetruction; Heating & Ventilating, P1 bang, and
Electrical work, in connection with the Tompkins County d Mortal .
Hospital project at Ithaca, N.Y. P.W.A. Docket N.Y.. 1 F) : and .
Whereas, after due consideration and comparison it • pears .
that the following bidders are 'the lowest formal and re ar bids
of those received; and •
Whereas, it further appears that said low bidders halve� a per.
men ent place of business, have adequate equipment and .ar technic-
. ally and financially qualified to perform the work under eid con •
,'1 tract. '
Now Therefore Be It Resolved, by the Board of Publi Works of •
the City of Ithaca, N.Y.. that contracts number 1 to 4 in onnectinn •
with the Tompkins County Memorial Hospital project at It Baca , N.Y.
be awarded as follows: .
General Construction - 1Tard. .Constrgction Co. Ithaca, N.Y in the
. sum of *59,975.00
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Heating & Ventilating - Jamieson McKinney Co. Ithaca, N. ,. in .the
sum of *13,640.00 \�
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umbing - Higgins ins & Zabriskie, Ithaca, N.Y. in the sum• sf
*4,740.00
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• Electrical Work - Hillebrand & Owen, 116 S. Salina. St.' S recuse,
N.Y. in the sum of $5,268:00 • ,
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•Eac of the foregoing awards of bids to be conditional upon
approval •y the Public Works Administration, and to become effec-
tive upon such approval; should any bid or bids not be so approved,
this aware shall be ineffective as to such bid or bids only; said
award is ',:lso conditioned upon the delivery to the Board of Public
Works of �•erformance bonds satisfactory to the Board and the
Public Works Administration.
Ayes 5 - :awdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert, Rumsey
Nays 0
Carried and Approved.
STREET RAILWAY OAR BARN LOT Mayor Myers p'esented a letter from
Mr. therm': Peer stating that the Street Railway Company wish to .
dispose ol: their car barn lot in the southeast corner of the Berg- '
holtz tra1 t, and that a prospective purchased had expressed the in-
tent of e_tablishing a trailer camp on the lot.
Mr, •eer recommended that the Board of Public Works request +
the Stewa' t Park Commission and the Tompkins County Trust Co. as
trustee t1 acquire this lot together with the Reynolds lots located
in the Be' gholtz tract.
By Ci•mmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Resouved, that the Board of Public Works request the Stewart
Park Oomm` ssion and the Tompkins County Trust Co. as trustee, to
acquire t ese two pieces of property immediately,. and finance the
purchase Cf same in substantially the same manner as the purchase
of the Beigholtz tract.
Carried. _
On .tion the meeting was adjourned.
F. H./Springer
City Clerk
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Regular Meeting 10:00 A. M. Auguei 24, 193
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers
Commissioners -- Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall
Attorney - .Powers
Clerk -- springer
Engineer - Marble .
Forester Baker
Water & Sewer Supt. -- Carpenter
Gen. Foreman -- Alby
Constr. Foreman -- Cass
MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly apploved.
ANTHONY F. FURNARI Mr. Furnari appeared before the Boa,d and re-
ported that in excavating for a cellar at 306 Elmwood Av . a drain
ditch carrying sewage was discovered, and asked permission to run
this water into the sanitary sewer. This permission was denied.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Health Department
for investigation and report. Oaried.
TRUCK BIDS The following bids were opened and read by he Clerk:
With 10
Bidder Make Net Ply Tires
Dan Ryan Auto Sales International 1,320.00 1,399.00
Tom Brothers White 1,655.00 1,710.00
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II Indiana 1,415.00 1,470.00
Erie J. Miller Co. Chevrolet 1,500.00 1,584.30
Cayuga Motors Ford (Wood Body) 1,190.00 1 354.07
II II Ford (Heil Bod122.25 ,406.07
i _ By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner S..wdon:
Resolved, that the bid of the Cayuga Motors Inc. of Ithaca,
N.Y. of #1354.07 for a Ford truck equipped with 10 ply tires and
Wood body be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded.
Oar ied.
GAS, FUXLOIL AND KEROSENE BIDS The following bids wer opened
and read by the Clerk:
Item #1 Item #2 /tem
60,000 Gal. 50,000 Gal. 3,000 al.
Gasoline #2 Fuel Oil Keros e
l Colonial Beacon
Tank Car Price Min. .075 Tank VD on Prioe
Now .086 Max. .085 Now .0
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. Tank Car Price Tank ''agon Price
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Board of P blip Works --2-- 'August . 24, 1938 •
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• By Colmissioner Miscall,- seconded by Commissioner' Sawdon:
Resolled, that the low bid on Item #1 submitted by•the Shell
Union Oil orp. be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded.
Carried.
By Co 'missioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Causer:
Resolled, that the low bid on Item #2 submitted by the Stand- ''
and Oil Col of N.Y. be, and the same hereby is accepted and awarded.
Carried. .
By Co', issioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resol ed, that . the bid on Item #3 submitted by the Shell Union
Oil Corp. me and the same hereby is accepted and awarded.
Carried.
HYDRANT RE T, CAYUGA HGTS. LAND CORP. The alerk..read a letter •
from Mr. C arles H. Newman of the Cayuga Hgts. Land Corp. request-
•} ing the Bo:rd to bill Mies A. Louisa Treman, in the future for 1/3
of the"hyd� ant rent.
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The 0 erk was instructed to inform Mr. Newman that since the
contract ftr hydrant service was with the Land Corp. , it would not
be possibl to bill any other person or group.
GREEN ST= "ARKING AREA The Clerk reported that Claude Baldwin had
received a request from Mr. R. E. Treman for the privilege of rent-- .
ing a spao- to "accommodate 8 cars at a monthly rental of $355.00.
The srace is for the use of the HOT motors who have a lease
until April 1st. on the lot which Mr. Treman has sold to the
Associated) Elec. & Gas Corp. for the erection of their new building.
By Ooj'missioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resoled, that the City Clerk be instructed to notify Mr.
Tremae tha the City cannot permit the City Parking area to be used
for comer ial purposes. Carried.
WILLIAMSREET LIGHT PETITION A petition signed by S residents
and taxpayl-rs was presented requesting installation of a light on
Williams reet.
Commi :sioner Miscall stated that he thoughtit possible to
adjust the new light recently installed on Eddy Street to benefit
Williams - reet and agreed to talk with Mr. Price of the N.Y.S.
Elec. & Ga : Corp. in regard to same.
WEST COURT STREET LIGHT PETITION A peition signed by 41 resid-
ents was •resented requesting installation of a light in the middle
of the 60. block on West Court Street.
By 0• 'missioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Reso ed, that the matter be referred to the Lighting Com-
mittee fo ' investigation and report. Carried.
EASTWOOD -1OTION The Commissioners expressed pleasure upon re-
ceipt of .I letter from Prof. Leland Spencer thanking the City for
the. impro 1ement s made in the Eastwood section.
CLINTON S "WET BRIDGE Commissioner Miscall stated that it was
the senti ant of the committee that the Clinton Street bridge
should be installed this year.
By 'C'mmissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon
Reso ;ved, that plans be made to proceed with the installation
of the bridge this fall. Carried. 4
D.L.& W. UROSSING S. AURORA ST. Commissioner Miscall called
attentionito the dangerous oondition of the S. Aurora St. crossing
at the D. . & W. tracks, and to the numerous accidents which have
occurred there recently. .
He f!lt that something should be done at once, to bring the
matter tolthe attention of the Company.
By C;'manissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to write to
officialslof the Company at once, to ascertain their attitude in
the mate . Carried.
AUDIT BI Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen: t
-'-solved, that the bilis approved and audited by the Fin-
ance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payments
Carried.
On motion the meeting was adjourned to reconvene at the call of .
the Mayor. ..._. , .
-- - "F. H. Sp nger, :, Clerk
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
Oity of Ithaca, N. Y.
Adjourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A.M. September 1, 1935
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers
Commissioners -- 'Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Egbert, Rumsey
Attorney - Powers
Clerk Springer
Engineer - Marble
Mayor Myers explained the purpose of the meeting w .s to make
final awards to bidders on the Hospital project.
Engineer Marble read a letter received from the P. .A. author-
ities, in which they concur with the Board' s action of ugust 22nd
in regard to contracts Nos. 1, 2 and 4.
By Commissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner C user:
WHEREAS, at a meeting of this Board on August 22, . 93 , con-
tracts Nos. 1 to 4 were awarded on the Hospital projectjj P.W.A.
Docket # N,Y. 1450 F. Conditioned upon approval. by the P.V.A. and
WHEREAS, such approval has been given by P. G.A. as to contract?
Nos. 1. 2 and 4
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that said contracts os. 1, 2
and 4 be and the same hereby are finally awarded as fol own and the
proposed sureties approved:
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Contract Name. - Address Amount
1. General Construction Ward Construction Co. Ithace., i .Y. $59,975.
Proposed Surety -- Glens Falls Indemnity Co. of I .Y.
2. Heating & Ventilating_ Jamieson McKinney Co. Ithaca, ..:Y. $13,640.
Proposed Surety - Continental Casualty Co. of CI icago
4.• Electrical Hillebrand & Owen, Syracuse, .Y $ 5,265. -
Proposed Surety - Massachusetts Bonding Co. of �/a.ss.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City C1 -rk be and
they hereby are authorized and directed to execute each! such con-
tract in the name of the City of Ithaca, upon the furni -hing of
performance bonds in conformity with specifications.
AYES 5 - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Egbert, Rumsey
NAYS 0
Carried and Approved.
Engineer Marble stated that since actual work must begin on
the project on or before September 6th it seemed advisa•le for
some one to take the contracts to New York.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner AI len:
Resolved, that Architect A. N. Gibb and City Engineer Marble
be authorized and directed to deliver the contracts to the P.W.A.
office in New York.
Be It Further Resolved, that the expense of the tr p be
charged to the Hospital project. Oar ied.
Commissioner Mflisoall entered the Council Chamber this time.
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..SPONSORtS FUNDS Attorney Powers reported that the sp. sorts
funds will be available today.
EXECUTIVE SESSION At this point it was moved that thz. Board go
into executive session to discuss the situation in reg: d to a-
warding the contract of plumbing on the Hospital Proje ' to
Higgins & Zabriskie. Engineer Marble reported that in telephone
conversation with the New York office of the P.W.A. he as told
that the financial statement submitted by the above• na . -d firm
did not warrant awarding the plumbing contract to them, but that
if assurance satisfactory to this Board was given, the contract
could be awarded.
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The following letter presented by Mr. Zabriskie was read: •
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• Aurora, N. Y.
. • September 1, 1935
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City of , thaba, N. Y. . .
. To- Whom t May Concern: -
Thi: is to inform you that this Baink stands ready to loan .
to the •f rm" of Higgins and Zabriskie up to $10,000. fpr the pur- •
pose •of :.inancing the, cost of materials and labor on the' plumbing -
• bontr• "act for the addition to the Ithaca Memorial Hospital.
. Marcus•Webb, Cashier r
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By ; ommissiorier Romsey,: seconded by Commissioner Misca• ll : " •
Whe, eas, Higgins and Zabriskie, low bidders op: oontract No 3,
have satJsfied this Board as to financial responsibility to exe-
cute its contract. .
Now Therefore Be" It Resolved, that contract No. 3 be and tie
same her-by is f ina.11y• awarded as follows and the proposed surety.
approved
Con ract Name -- Address Amount
3. •Plumbing Higgins & Zabriskie, Ithaca.,N. Y. $4,740.
• ?posed Surety.- Glengi Falls Indemnity Co. of N.Y.
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Be t Further Resolved,',that the Mayor and City Clerk be and
they herby are authorized and directed to execute ' su"ch contract
in the ntiie of the Gity of Ithaca upon furnishing a performance
bond in lonformity with• the. specifications.
AYE% '6 - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert, Rumsey
NAY 0
• Carried •an4 Approved.
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HOEFLE D; VELOPMENT Engineer .Marble reported that Dr. Hoefle
wishes .tn install a sanitary sewer under the approval and super-;
vision o the Board, and asked to have the Cornell Street line
extendedlto .accommoda.te the new line,
By .uommissioner -Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
•Resrived, that the necessary extension of the sewer in Cornell
Street b, made to accommodate the new sewer from the Hoefle de-
velopmenj . Carried.
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• NEW STRE? T NAME Engineer Marble reported that Dr. Hoefle has
asked pe' “ission to name a street in the new development, East
WoodlandlRoad.
Sine there is already a street in the City with a similar
name, pe' mission was not granted, and it was suggest that a list
of names be submitted for approval by the Board.
POLICE S ATION PAINTING Commissioner Allen reported that the
officers locker room in the Police Station is badly in need. of
paintinglsince• alterations and recommended that it be done.
By ; ommissiorier Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey: '
Reslilved, that the mattes be referred to the City Clerk to
4etermin1 the ' extent of work to be 'done. Carried. i
Cu potion the meeting was adjourned to• reconvene at the 0611
of the M:yor.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y.
REGULAR MEETING 10:00 A.M. SEPTEMBE 14,198
PRESENT
Mayor Myers •
Commissioners -- Allen,Sawdon,Misoall,Rumeey
Attorney-Powers
' City Clerk -- Springer . •
Engineer - Marble
Forester - Baker
Water & Sewer Supt.- Carpenter
General Foreman - AIby
Const.. Foreman - Case
Plbg.. Inspector - Wismar
• MINUTES : Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly appr•ved.
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ITHACA COLLEGE PROJECT : Dr. Leonard Job of Ithaca Colle b appeared
before the Board and explained that preliminary plans and estimates
have been made for the construotion under P.W.A. grant, 'f a
Physioal E.duoation• Building, to Oost about #300,000.00, ' d expressed
the hope that the City would Sponsor the project in a .ma • er similar
to the Hospital Projeot. He stated that it was distinct* understood
that no expense would fall upon the City.' 11 . •
. By Commissioner Miscall: seoonded by Commissioner Rumsey qiRESOLVED, that this Board recommend City sponsorship of is project.
• tarried
MORSE CHAIN 00. pAM : The Clerk reported receipt of a le ter from the
Morse Chain Company in regard to the low embankment plac �d in •Six
Mile Creek at Cayuga Street to divert the flow of water lo their
intake pipe.
They explained that some residents have expressed conoerA,as they
fear the obstruction might cause flooding of their cella s.
Engineer Marble stated that. he had inspected the dam, an since it is
construoted of loose gravel and stone only there is no nger of
flood. .
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Missal S
RESOLVED, that permission be granted to erect the embank ent, ••
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Morse Chain Company be equested
to secure permission from this Board in the future, befo e a
barrier is constructed. Carried. �../
HOEFLE DEVELOPMENT The, Clerk •reported receipt of a re uest from
1rs. J.T. Hoefle to approve one of the following namesf r the
new street to be opened in the section:
HOMESTEAD ROAD, FAIRVIEW ROAD, SUNNYOROFT .ROAD
By Commissioner Sawdon : Seconded by Commissioner Rumsey :
RESOLVED, that -the _name "HOMESTEAD ROAD" be and the same hereby
is approved. .
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Carried.
SEWER ASSESSMENT-809 TABER STREET :The Clerk reported th the.
Welfare Department have taken over the Willard Letts pro rty at
#809 Taber Street, and find it necessary to oonneot the louse with the
Sanitary Sewer. It was pointed out that a sewer assessrient of $12. 50
now•stands against -the property.
By Commissioner SS.wdon : seconded by Commissioner Rumsey It
RESOLVED, that the assessment be carried as .a charge aga nst the
property. Carr ed
LIBRARY BUILDING REPAIR$ : The Clerk reported that on v rious
Qocasions, Mr. Post of the Welfare Department has reques d the City
to make small repairs in their offices, and asked for in truotions
in regard to same. • .
By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Commissioner Sawdo :
RESOLVED, that Mr. Post be -notified that the Welfare Dep rtment shoulc
arrange for these repairs with the Library Association. �./
arried.
SIDEWALK 301 W. GREEN STREET : The Clerk 'reported receip of a oomplai
by F.J. Prentice of the oondition Of the sidewalk at Ale der propert
at 301 W. Green Street on the Albany Street side.
By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
RESOLVED, that. the matter be referred to the Highway C. ttee for
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invests�: tion, and if found in need of repairs, the Clerk to
• • notify ' ere. Carried •
. ' • LLER : IREET The Oity.Engineer reported that. the Town of Ithaca
has starlea work on the oonstruotion of Haller Street.
. He stated that Superintendent Baker :requests permission to use
gravel f .om Six Mile Creek at Plain Street.
The Engiieer was instruoted to notify Mr. Baker that gravel could be
taken from "the center of the •stream.
D.L. & W CROSSING S0. AURORA 8T. :The Engineer reported receipt of
e er . • .om 'ng neer young o - he Lackawanna advising •that he would
be in ItJaoa in two weeks to make an investigation of conditions
at the oiossing.
RETAININt WALL WILLARD WAY : The Engineer reported that about
3 feet If the retaining wall in Willard Way adjoining the
Oavanaug Estate has caved. He stated that the wall was oon-
atruotedlto retain the sidewalk ,and has_formerly been maintained
. by the Oity.
By .Oommi =sioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
RESOLVED! that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee for
investig'tion and report. .
Carried •
SIDEWALK UNIVERSITY At NUE :. The Engineer reported 'reoeipt of a
letter f` om Mr. Weatherlow of the University in regard to the
• oonditio of the sidewalk adjoining their property at #516
Universi y Avenue.
He state. that the University recognize .their responsibility for
the si deralk, but thought that the City should raise the curb which
is very ow at this point, and asked if the City would share with
the University in the cost of the work.
By Oommi':sioner Miscall : seoonded by. Commissioner Sawdon:
RESOLVED! that new concrete ou, bing be• installed by the City.
Carried.
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CLIFF S r 'ET S• :EWER : Engineer Marble submitted:plans. for
the enlargement of the Sanitary Sewer in Cliff Street 'at •an
estimate4 cost of $25832.00 and asked for approval of'the plans.
By Oommi�=sioner Miscall : seconded by Oornmissioner Rumsey:
RESOLVED♦ that the plans be and the same hereby are approved.
Carried
By Oommi :sioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
RESOLVED that a project be prepared for submission to the W.P.A.
for appr'•val, Carried.
REPAIR SI OP : The Engineer reported that the 4, 900.00 allooated
for the ` onstruc.tion of the new repair shop has• been used for the
purchaseland erection of the steel frame, and purchase of the
cinder blocks and steel sash.
He state. that about 4,000.00 more would be required for the roof
and lays g of the blocks.
It was , :reed that 4,000.00 of the fund allocated for the Clinton
Street b' idge could be spared for this work. •
By Oommi _sioner Miscall : seconded •by Commissioner Rumsey
• RESOLVED that the sum of #4,000.00 be`-transferred from the.
Clinton :treet bridge aoeount to the repair shop account.
Carried
HOSPITAL PROJECT : Commissioner Miscall reported a receipt of a
etter -lom the Building Committee of the Hospital recommending;
change it the plans, by substituting fire escapes for the stairway.
By Commi .sioner Miscall seconded by Commissioner Allen ;
RESOLVE' that this recommendation be and the same hereby is
approve• Carried.
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HOSPITA PROJECT BILLS ': Engineer Marble reported that an arrange-
ment hail been worked out whereby he, together with the Inspector
would a• •rove all bills on the project, which would. be paid by the
City Ole! k after audit by the Board.
By OommiLsioner Miscall : seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
RESOLVE' that the action of the Engineer and City Clerk be
approve Carried.
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. INSPECTOR HOSPITAL PROJECT :Engineer. Marble explained th=t Mr. .
Mr. Albert'. L. Allen had been 'put on the Hospital.Pro j eot as Inspector,
temporarily, •as there was no opportunity to get approval of the ,.
Board before the• work started, and that the matter. .of o ary should
be- Bottled. • .
By Commissioner Sawdon ..seconded by Commission
Commissioner Rumeey' :•
RESOLVED,. that 'the appointment of Mr. Allen as Inspector be approved
and •
• BE IT FURTHER.RESOLVED, that a salary of $50.00 be paid eekly.
. Carried. . • .
0011PE1SAT QN INSURANCE * INSPECTOR :, .The Engineer' reportd that the'
P.Q.A. require oompensatfon insurance on the Inspeotor, 'nd that •
he, did' not feel that the 'City should carry the. risk.
The Engineer. was instructed to contact Mr. Mitchell Of t e Hospital
and• ascertain if the Inspector could be, covered under th ir• •
Compensation policy* . \.._./
' SUB OONTRAOTORS;COMPENSATIQN & PUBLIC LIAB. INSURANCE : ,he Engineer
reported that E.M. Rumsey & Son presented i'�nsurance Cert ficates'
in the amount of $10,000 -- $20,000 Public Liability and ,
$5,000 .. $25,000 property damage for excavation, and in he limits
'. of $10,000 — $20,000 public liability and $5, 000 propert damage
. for• truck'ing.
He 'd-bated that these limits are not acceptable to the P.W.A. unless
the Sponsor approves these certificates. -
• By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Commissioner Rumee,
RESOLVED, that these certificates be and the same hereby 'are
approved. Carried.
• ITHAOA AUTO CLUB 8I`GNS : Forester Baker reported that th : Ithaca
. Auto Club have received orders from the Telephone Oompa 'to remove
all directional Signs from their poles, and that the Cl .. have
asked permission to place the Signs on trees.
. Mr. Baker •stated that he was in sympathy with the Clubs .fforts
to ,keep. the routes well posted, but -questioned the .advis,-bility
of allowing the Signs to be put on the trees ; 'and thoug t it
possible to install them on the street signs. The matter was left .
with Mr. Baker to work out to best advantage. '
WATER MAIN — OORNELL STREET. : Superintendent. Oarpenter ported that \�
it will be necessary ' to install about 300 feet of water ain to
• aocomodate the New Hoefle Development. . ,
By Commissioner Sawdon : 'seconded by Commissioner Allen ,
RESOLVED, that the. extension of this main be authorized.'II�
• 'oarri ed.
FORESTRY DEPARTMENT TRAOTO4 : . Commiisioner Miscall rep Itted. that
the Worthington traofor used by the Forestry Department s worn out.
. and should be replaced. %
By Commissioner Sawdon .: seconded by ,Commissioner Misoa :
RESOLVED, _ that Mr. Baker be authorized' to contact manuf • turers
of tractors 'suitable for his needs,to ascertain prices. .
arrte d.
.. .AUDIT : By Commissioner Sawdon : • seconded by Commission L. Miscall:
RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audi'ted 'by the Fi s.noe
Committee be and. the same hereby are approved 'for payme Vit.
' arried. .
AUDIT,HOSPITAL PROJECT BILLS :
. By Commissioner Rumsey : seconded by •Comm. Allen : .
RESOLVED that the- bills for the Hospital Project NY14$ 7, approved
• and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same he by are
approved for payment. . • Carried.
. FIRE INSURANCERATES : Commissioner Miscall' stated that several
peop1`e' had expressed the opinion to him -that .the Fire I �surance . \....../
Rates for Ithaca, are too high. He expressed the thoug that the _
Board should intercede for the .Public in an attempt to lave the .
rates lowered. Mayor Myers agreed to . secure •informatio ¶ from the
Bureau of Municipal Information, and report at a later ' :te.
. On: motion.the .meeting adjourned to reconvene at the
call of the Mayor. .-- . ___,, ,
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
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City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Adjourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A. M. September 26, 1938
PRESENT
Mayor - Miers
Commissio ers -- Allen, Causer, Miscall, Egbert, Rumsey
Attorney I Powers
0lerk - -u ringer
Engineer ; Marble
Chamberlain - Snyder
Forester.J Baker
Water & S=wer Supt. -- Carpenter
i&ayol Myers explained that the meeting was called to discuss
change in plans of the Hospital project.
HOSPITAL ELAN CHANGES Architect Gibb explained that the P.W.A.
autholitirs in New York 'suggested substitution of steel roof sup-
ports ins �ead of timber, and that it had been found desirable to
alter the basement plans to accommodate the refrigeration plant.
He s • gested that the Board approve the alteration of the plans
covering ihese changes as well as the change in the stairway and
include their action in one motion.
By Otmmissioner Miscall, seoonded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Reso ved, that the following changes in plans of the Hospital
addition, P.W.A. Docket N.Y. 1450 F be and the same hereby Etre
approved.
1. -iteration of basement plan to eliminate the necessity
of removal of the refrigeration plant.
2. 1 bstitution of steel framing in attic replacing wood
framing o original plan.
3. elimination of inside stairway and construction of out--
side fire escapes in lieu thereof.
Be Further Resolved, that the Architect be instructed to
make the 'ecessary revision in plans, secure the estimate of cost
of such c angel from the general oontractor, plumbing contractor,
heating aid ventilation contractor and the eleotrical contractor.
Ayes 5
Nays 0 Carried and Approved.
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SIDEWALK .06 HIGHLAND PLACE Engineer Marble reported that Mrs.
J. Jon's of the above address has called him several times in
regard tolher request for the City to repair or replace the side-
walk whit'- she claims was damaged when the grade was changed in
Highland ' lace.
The -ngineer reported that the walk is now in fairly good
shape and replacing this one would necessitate replacing the walks
on either side of the Jones property, and he recommended that her
request bi denied.
By CImmissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Reso ved, that the request be denied.
Carried.
SIDEiWALK 0 UNIVERSITY AVE. Engineer Marble stated that Mr.
J. E. Mathews of the University had reported the condition of the
sidewalk front of the Sigma Pi Fra.t. at the above address.
The : ngineer stated that on inspection he found the walk in
only fair) condition.
By Clommissioner Egbert , seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the City Clerk be instructed to notify the
owners to repair the Walk. Carried.
-IDEWALK 1;01 W. GREEN ST. Engineer Marble reported that on in-
spection rf the sidewalk adjoining the Alexander property at the
above add' ess it was found to be in need of repairs.
By Ormmissioner Egbert , seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Resolved, that the City Clerk be instructed to notify the
owners to repair the walk. Carried.
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CLINTON ST. BRIDGE Commissioner Egbert reported reoeip , of a quo-
tation from James Towart of Montour Falls of $2,565.00 f r the
steel for the Clinton street bridge.
The Construction Committee advised that this is a f it price,
and that the order for the steel should be placed at ono l to enable
work to be started this fall.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Alen:
Whereas, it is necessary to purchase steel for the rection -of
the Clinton Street bridge, and
Whereas, it is the sense of this Board that no bene it, fin-
ancial or otherwise, would accrue by advertising for bid on this
item, and
Whereas, James Towart has quoted a price of $2,565.10 on the
steel required which is satisfactory to the Constructiongiommittee. \ .. /Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that the purohase of a steel
be authorized without the formality of advertising for bi!Iis thereon;
and that the quotation of James Towart in the amount of . 2,565.00
be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded.
Ayes 5 . ,
Nays 0 Carried and Approved by the ayor.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner R sey:
Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to c unioate
with officials of the D.L•& W. and L.V.R.R. in an effort to have ,
the companies start their part of the work in relieving a flood
conditions in this section. Car ied.
MORSE CHAIN -00. DAM Commissioner Egbert reported at in
constructing the dam in Six Mile Creek the Morse Chain Co . had re-
moved stones from the base of the wall and had made the qoi.11way
at the ends of the dam instead of the oenter which ,had ul.ermined
the wall for some distance. •
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Mi =call:
Resolved, that the City Engineer notify the Morse * Ain Co.
that this undermined wall must be repaired and that the :ompany
is expected to defray .costs. Carlied.
Engineer Marble reported that seeral re-CA�CADI�L� CREEK WALL p \ .. /
quests have been made to erect the rail on the wall east of Aurora
Street. He stated that provision was made to anchor the fence
when the wall was built and that the rail could be insta led for
about $200.00.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Mi -call:
Resolved, that the rail be installed. Carded.
GOLF COURSE Commissioner Causer reported that an offer had been %
made 'by an Engineer to make a survey of the course, to d=termine
if it is possible to construct another 9 hole course or lengthen
the present 9 holes.
I His fee would be $25.00 and Commissioner Causer recommended
the survey.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Ca ser:
I Resolved, that the Engineer be employed to make the survey et
the oost of $25.00. Cartied.
SOHICKEL APARTMENT Mayor Myers reported that complaint have
been' made in regard to conditions on Dryden Road near thr Sehiokel
property and that nothing has been done toward construct on, which
Mr. Sohiokel promised the Board on July 27th would be started at
an early date.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner - key:
Whereas, Norbert H. Schickel appeared before this Beard on
July 27th requesting continuance of his sidewalk permit ;t No. 5l8 \..../
Dryden Road, and permission to leave a second shed on 01, y property
representing that financial arrangements had been comple ed, and
that he expected to proceed at once with construction, = rd
! Whereas, his sidewalk permit was extended at the pleasure of
this Board, and
Whereas, although over eight weeks have now elapsed no sub-
stantial progress has been made upon said building, and he street
back of the' ourb continues to be obstructed. '
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Now i erefore Be It Resolved, that the permission granted on
July 27, 11 3g is hereby rescinded and the sidewalk permit hereto--
fore issue is revoked; said Norbert H. Schickel is hereby required
within tel (10) days hereafter to remove all sheds, machinery,
material spa other obstructions from the property of the City of
Ithaca wi', lir the street lines of Dryden Road.
Carried. ,
WILLE`.P P7 OE Commissioner Allen reported receipt of. 00mplaint
from 1t . : - Hoare of the condition of Willets Place.
I-;, w.is pointed out that Willets Place is not a City street and
the Clerk 'as instructed to notify Mr. Hoare that the City cannot
do work o private property.
HOLLAND E . S. WATEP, BILL The Chamberlain reported that Mr. .A. G.
% Holland 1.1ii objected to the May 1st bill rendered Hoilrnd Bros. at
the E. Se eca S':reet building.
He s a,ted that the bill seemed excessive and recommended ad-
justment. qupt. Carpenter reported that the an in charge was
notified f a leak in the building.
By 0 , _ issi.oner Allan, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey;
Reso • ied, that the Chamberlain be authorized to refund $7.00
on ,the bi . Carried: .
ACCOUNTINeI MACHINE INSTALLATION The matter of the best location
for the B roughs accounting machine for the Water Department was
- discussed
Sinc= no solution was arrived at it was suggested that the
intereste• persons should visit other cities who have similar in, .
stallatio s with the view of arriving at a mutual agreement. ,
On n.Ition the meeting adjourned. .
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City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular Meeting 10:00 A. M. September' 28 1938
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PRESENT
Commissioners - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert
Attorney -- Powers
Clerk - Springer
Engineer ►- Marble
Forester - Baker
Water & Sewer Supt. Carpenter
Gen. Foreman -- Alby
Const. Foreman - Cass
Plumbing Insptr. - Wismar
MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly apprr ved.
In the absence of Mayor Myers, Vioe-Ohairman Sawdon press ed.
CHIMNEY - TERMINAL BARBER SHOP The Clerk reported receit of a
letter from D. S. Purdy in regard to the absence of a chi ey at
the Terminal Barber shop, which stated that the City is p ying
09.37 fire insurance each three years on this account.
He outlined details of the necessary construction of a chim-
ney which would eliminate this extra premium.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Eg ert:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Buildin Commit
tee for investigation and report. Carried.
JEFFRY DAMAGE CLAIM The Clerk reported receipt of a claim for
damages to the headlight of his car in the amount of 03.2 alleged
to have been caused by the absence of a warning light on the
barricade on Cliff St.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Eg,.ert:
Resolved, that the claim be allowed and the Clerk bei author-
ized to settle the olaim. Carr ed.
NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE The Clerk called attention to the fact
that the next regular meeting falls on a legal holiday, 0, tober 12.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner At en:
Resolved, that this meeting be adjourned to reconvene at the
call of the Mayor. Carr ed.
LUCNTE CLAIM Mr. Lucente appeared before the Board an. reported
that he has been unable to find a plumber who will instal! a sep-
tic tank for 0250.00, the amount offered Mr. Luoente in _::ttlement
of his olaim.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Oa. ser:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the City En• ineer
and General Forman for investigation and report.
Carried.
HOSPITAL PROJECT The Engineer reported that his request for 25%
of the grant had been received from the P.W.A.
,INSPECTOR - HOSPITAL PROJECT The Engineer reported that! Mr. Allen
who Worked two weeks. as Inspector on the project had resit ned to
accept another position, and since he feels that someone should be
on the job, he had recommended an engineer but that Mr. Bibb had
objeoted.
He stated that he then suggested Mr. Henry C. Thornel, and that
Mr. Gibb also objected to him. _
The Commissioners felt that Mr. Thorne would be a s isf actory
man for the job and it was moved
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner E ert:
Resolved, that this Board recommend Mr. Henry 0. Thdrne as
Inspector on the Hospital Addition, Docket N.Y. 1480 F.
Unanimously Carried.
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CLIFF ST ET CULVERT The Engineer reported that Mr. 37. P. Kolar
requeste• that water and sewer connections be extended to the in-
side of t , e curb at the point of construction of the culvert.
The ; ngineer recommended these extensions as the cost would
be much 1-ss if made at this time.
By C;mmissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Resolved, that the water and sewer extensions be made at 1
this time Carried.
DRIVEWAYS - STATE ST. GARAGE The Engineer reported a request
from J. Dn11 for permission to widen two driveways at their garage.
Mr. garble called attention to the fact that it would be
necessary to move a oatch basin if the east driveway is widened
: which may necessitate a change in the storm sewer which empties
into Six dile creek at this point.
By Cprmnissioner Allen, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Reso ved, that the matter be referred to the Highway Commit-
tee for investigation and report. Carried.
WIDENING I , ST SENECA ST. Commissioner Egbert stated that since
several r° quests had been received to widen E. Seneca Street from
Aurora to Parker that it seemed advisable to prepare plans for-
this work and include the paving of the whole street to Schuyler
Place, th project to be submitted as a W.P.A. project.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to prepare
plans for this work. Carried.
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TREE REMO, AL Forester Baker reported that several requests have
been received to remove trees to permit construction of driveways
and asked if the Board would establish rules to govern the situa-
tion.
ituation.
It w:: s suggested that eaoh request should be considered and
decided rizther than try to make rules governing all cases.
NEW GARBA, E TRUCK Commissioner Miscall reported that delivery
o the ne'' truck is promised for tomorrow, Thursday, September
29, 1938.
On motion the meeting adjourned to reconvene at the call of
the Mayor:
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City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Adjourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A. M. October 13, 1938
PRESENT
Mayor -- Myers
Commissioners - Allen, Sawdon, Miscall
Egberts Rumsey
Attorney -- Powers
Clerk -- Springer
( Engineer -- Marble
Forester - Baker
Water & Sewer Supt. - Carpenter
General Foreman -- Alby
Construction Foreman - Case
Plumbing Insptr. - Wismar
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MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly appr'•ved.
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SIDEWALK HEARING EASTWOOD SECTION Prof. Leland Spencer Iof 24
�. Cornell St. asked the Board to oonsider changing the locaIt'�ion of
sidewalks from the north to the south side of Eastwood Ave.
He explained that construction of new houses on the outh side
of the street made it appear more desireable to have the idewalk
on that side, as only one house would be served on the no th side.
Prof. Spencer agreed to contribute i the cost of a walk on
the south side of the street for the same number of foot rontage
as he owns on the north side.
R. F. FRICKE In a letter to the Board, Mr. R. F. Fricke of 106
Eastwood Ave. asked the Commissioners to determine the wi th of
walk to be installed stating that the distance between priperty
lines and the curb varied from 7 to 17 ft. and he felt th t a 4 ft.
walk would be out of place in certain sections.
FRANK L. TYLER Mr. Tyler stated that he has approximat.r'y 354
feet of frontage in the Eastwood section on which he has •een ordered
to construct sidewalks, but that he is financially unabl= to do the
work at this time.
He asked if it would be possible for the City to co _trust the
sidewalks and allow him to pay for same over a period of rears. \..... /
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner R isey:
Resolved, that the question of sidewalk installatio in the
Eastwood section be referred to the Highway Committee fo study and
report. Oar lied.
SOHIfKEL APARTIIIENT Mayor Myers reported receipt of a 1= ter from
Mr.. Sohiokel requesting the Board to rescind action tak at the
meeting of September 26th at which he was ordered to rem. a all
sheds, maohinery, material and other obstructions from 0 y proper- R
ty within the street lines of Dryden Road.
The Clerk Was directed to notify Mr. Schickel that a Board
saw no reason to rescind the resolution passed at the Sell ember
26th meeting.
CLARA W. MYONCURB ASSESSMENT A oommunication from Mrs , B.R.Lyon
of 957 E. State Street was presented to the Board, in which she
stated that she had been informed by city officials that 'the curb
and gutter in front of her property would be replaced wi hout cost,
at the time the pavement was laid in E. State Street, an ' she saw
no basis for the assessment which has been levied agains her prop-
erty.
The Commissioners agreed that the curb and gutter a this
address was in excellent condition before the new grade as estab-
lished, and that the assessment should be expunged.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner R sey: \._../
Resolved, that this Board recommend to the Common 0 uncil ex-
punction of this assessment. Oar ied.
E.A.HURD 4SIDRFALK The Clerk read a letter from Mr. E. . Hurd of
102 Highland Place, calling attention to the condition o the side-
walk at 102 and 106 Highland Place. He claimed the walk as left
in an irregular condition by City workmen.
By Commissioner Misoall, seoonded by Commissioner E bert:
Resolved, that Foreman Alby be instructed to level he flag-
stones in these walks. Oar ied.
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GOLF PRO. A communication from Adam Bucoi, Jr. was presented, In
whioh he ked to be considered for the position of Golf Profession-
al at the ewman Course for 1939.
By Colmissioner •
Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Reso ved, that the matter be referred to Commissioner Causer
with power Carried.
FIRE INS , NCE APPRAISAL A letter from the firm of Coats and
Burchard ( p.in regard to appraisal of City property was presented
to the Boaa,, d. The Commissioners felt that since a rather thorough
check on qty buildings is made each year, it was not necessary to
employap ` aisers at this time.
INSPE!: ' R��OS T LPROJECT l r r reported
Q ..PI A TheClerk k epo receipt of a letter
from Arch Act Gibb agreeing to the appointment of Henry C. Thorne
as Inspeo r on the Hospital Project ,
SEWAGE PL T ADDITION DOCKET N.Y. 161 Mayor Myers an•
nounced
receipt of a. letter rem Regiona Director Gilmore,- advising of.
the allot ent of funds to aid in financing the Sewage Plant Addition.
% HOSPITAL e ANT Mayor Myers reported receipt of a check from the
Federal G.!vernment in the amount $31,250.00 to apply on the Federal •
grant of .56,250.00 for the Hospital Addition. . . .
DRIVEWAY MES GAS STATION Engineer Marble reported a request
from Mr. dyme for •permission to extend the driveway at both ends"
and to co struct a ramp which will extend about 30 inches into the
street.
By Cimmissioner Rumsey: seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Reso ved, that permission .be granted to= extend the driveway,
under dir;.etion of the City Engineer. Carried.
LUCENTE CaSSPOOL Engineer Marble reported that he and Foreman
Alby had nvestigated the matter of installing a septic tank on the j
Lucente p operty and found that the question of the condition of
the soil , he reason no contractor would agree to install a septio
tank for 250.00. .
Mr. lby stated that he felt a tank could be constructed at
another 1 cation for not to exceed $200.00.
By 0 mmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Reso ved, that Engineer Marble and Foreman Alby be authorized
to const ct a cesspool for Mr. Luoente, when proper releases are
obtained rem Mr, and Mrs. Lucente, • Carried.
HO-PITAL " -OJEOT CHANGE ORDERS Engineer Marble reported that S
changes h::ve been made in p ens for the Hospital Addition, and
that thee - ohanges must be authorized by resolution by this Board.
The hanges follow:
By Commissioner Miscall, seoonded by Commissioner Sawdon;
Reso ved, that this Board hereby aocepts and approves the in-
stallatio: of the following in Memorial Hospital Addition, P.W.A.
Dooket N, . 1450 Fs
Rook excavation (general) 177.8 cu. yds.
Roo. excavation in pipe trenoh 23.6 n "
Roo. excavation in sewer trench 24. b it
Exo: ation in sewer trench extension
Ear 18 cu. yds.
Roo �9 if it .
�., Bac.• ill 37 n It
Fur it
ishing and laying 6 sewer 2S lin. ft.
Be Further Resolved, that the statement of costs attached
and made a part of this resolution be and the same hereby is
approved with the understanding that excavation costs are based
on unit ! rices as set forth in the contract of the Ward Construe-
tion Co. and as oertified by Arthur N. Gibb, Architect, and T. F,
Marble, pity Engineer. . Carried.
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By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Rum ey:
Resolved, that this Board hereby accepts and approve the
following change orders on the Hospital Addition, P.W.A. ocket
N.Y. 1480 F in the amounts set forth and as substantiated by the
attached estimates:
Change Order #2 Changes to Diet Kitchen & Manhole $298.
Change Order #3 Changes in wall, windows, cabinet & desk 850.
Change Order #4 Changes in roof truss 1946.
Change Order #5 Change to stair alternate 3513.
Be It Further Resolved, that the attached estimates s certi-
fied by Arthur N. Gibb, Arohiteot, and T. F. Marble, City Engineer,
be and the same hereby are accepted and approved.
Be It Further Resolved, that plans prepared by A. N. Gibb,
Architect, titled P.W.A. Docket N.Y. 1480 F Memorial Hos ital.
Addition, Ithaca, N.Y. sheets 1-o, 2-o, 3-o and 4-0 be an the same
hereby are approved. Carried and Approved.
nolo ST. RETAINING WALL Commissioner Egbert reported cIthat a
pieoe of the retaining wall on Hector St. has given way and should
be repaired at once.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner All n:
Resolved, that the Oity Engineer andForeman Alby be�IIautho'-
rized to oon struot the necessary wall. Oarr'ied.
WILLARD WA RETAINING WALL Commissioner Egbert reported that a
portion of a wall In 11(i11ard Way has weakened and is in d ger of
collapsing at any time.
He felt that the oheapest way to repair would be tot ace the
wall with concrete.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Ruta ay:
Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to inibestigate
and do only the work necessary to reinforce the wall.
Car ed.
t1EMETERY. ROADS Commissioner Egbert reported the roads i the City
Cemetery in bad condition, and should be top dressed. H ' stated .
that the $1500. appropriated for repairs to the vault wa 2 not
sufficient and that the funds could better be used for t e roads.
Foreman Alby estimated the cost of the top dressing at f om $500.
to $600.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner R :say: .
Resolved, that it is the sense of this Board that t :e Common
Council be requested to reappropriate $600. or as much t ereof as
may be necessary to repair the roads in the Cemetery. %
Carl ied.
INLET WALL Commissioner Egbert reported that a portion of the
Inlet wall between State Street and the L.V.R.R. tracks s in bad
condition and is settling constantly.
He expressed the opinion that if the large block of concrete
used as a bumper block was removed, a great deal of pres= re would
be relieved.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner •• • say:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Const ction
Committee and the City Engineer to confer with the Railr�•ad officials
and prepare plans to correct the situation. Ca ; ied.
GEORGIA LOT 8. f +BANY ST. Commissioner Allen reported hat
Attorney Sweetland had asked for settlement for a lot o ed by
Mr. Georgia, a part of which was used when the Albany 8 Peet ex-
tension was put through.
Mr. Allen further stated that Mr. Georgia was off a ed $300,
in settlement but asks $400,
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner bert:
Resolved, that the City Clerk be directed to notif Mr. Sweet-
land that the City will offer $300. in full settlement.
Ca ried.
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AUDIT, B Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
R-solved, that the bills approved and audited by the Fin-
ance Comm ttee be and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Carried.
UDIT - HgSPIT , L PR. ECT BILLS
By Timm as over Romsey,- seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolved, that the bills for the Hospital Project, Docket N.Y.
1480 F aJproved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the
same hereiy are approved for payment. Carried.
SEWER •RO ECT PLANS Engineer Marble presented plans prepared by
Engineer 's-. D. Holmes of the Sewer Plant Addition, for approval
by the Bo-rd.
By O` ,missioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner Egberts
Reso ved, that the plane prepared by Glenn D. Holmes for the
Sewer P1- t Addition be and they hereby are approved.
Be I , Further Resolved, that the Mayor be authorized and
directed ,o sign the same. Carried and Approved.
On :titian the meeting adjourned to reconvene at the call of
the Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular Meeting 10:00 A. M. Octobei. 26, 1935
PRESENT
Mayor -. Myers
Commissioner - Allen, Sawdon, Miscall, Egbert, Rumsey
Clerk -- Springer
Engineer -- Marble
Forester - Baker
Water & Sewer Supt. Carpenter
Gen. Foreman - Alby
Const. Foreman - Cass —�
Plumbing Insp. - Wismar !
MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly app oved.
PETITION WESTBOURNE LAZE A petition signed by five proaer'ty own-
ers in Westbourne Lane requesting the City to take over he street
was read to the Board.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Ru“sey:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Highwa. Committee
for investigation and report. Car ied.
HARRY C. MORSE SIDEWALK A letter from Mr. Morse of 3151Ithaca Rd.
relative to the damage to a sidewalk caused by tree root _ was read
to the Board.
Forester Baker was instructed to contact Mr. Morse d advise
him that the City will trim the roots if Mr. Morse will Iove the
sidewalk.
SEWAGE PLANT ADDITION N.Y. 1913 F Engineer Marble repo ted re-
ceipt of a contract -between Engineer Glenn D. Holmes and the City
of Ithaca which Mr. Holmes requests to have signed, auth rizing
him to proceed with the details of construction of the Swage Plant
Addition and in which the City agrees to make payments all follows:
Upon approval by the State Dept. of Health $1g40 ,00
Upon award of contracts 5520100
Upon 50 peroent completion of construction 920 00
Upon completion and acceptance •20,00
Total $92IIuo•
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner S ,wdon:
Resolved, that the Mayor be and he hereby is author zed to
execute the contract on behalf of the City of Ithaca.
Unanimously Carr ed.
ESTIMATED COSTS SEWER PLANT PROJECT Engineer Marble reported a
request from PWA officials for a breakdown of costs on the project .
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Resolved, that the City Engineer and the Sewer Comm ttee be
authorized to submit a breakdown of costs of the projeot
Oar ied.
W'.X PROJECTS Engineer Marble reported that Mr. WhittakIr thought
it possible they would want to start another project at em early
date, and suggested that the City might want to oompletelthe
Pearsall Place sewer extension.
Mr. Marble stated that funds are available for the Iompletion
of the project,
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolved, that the City Engineer be authorized to siart work
oa projeot. Carl ied.
REPAIR SHOP Commissioner Egbert reported that about $5::00. would �1
be needed to complete the new shop, and oalled attention to the
faot that the shop would be needed when work begins on tie sewer
projeot.
He stated that two accounts, under direction of the Board,
have balances aggregating $5200. and suggested these funs be
transferred to the shop account.
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By Cpmmissioner Egbert, seoonded by Commissioner Miscall:
Reso .ved, that the following amounts or as much thereof as
may oe nepessary be transferred from the following accounts to the
shop aocol nt:
# 27' Curb and Gutters $1600.00
# 28 Clinton St. Bridge 3600.00
Unanimously Carried.
By Cpmmissioner Egbert, seoonded by Commissioner Sawdon;
Resoped, that the City Engineer be authorized to secure bids
for the i stallation of a heating plant in the repair shop.
Carried.
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HOSPITAL ITIONDRAINS Plumbing Inspector Wismar reported that
he had in peoted the drains at the Hospital and found them o:k. .
HALLER A Commissioner Egbert reported completion of the road
in Haller Ave. and that it was a satisfactory job.
1 * • . L tO F COUR-+ Forester Baker reported that the Engineer
ad ma.a he survey of the golf pour se and found it can be extend-
ed to 337 yards and still keep on City property.
% He s ated that plans and estimates are being prepared. for oon-
sideratio by the Board.
NEW EARTH �7AM Supt. Carpenter reported the arrival of Mr. Knappen
to study oil oonditions at the site of the new dam.
CINDER SP DEARS Commissioner Miscall called attention to the
fact thatl the season of slippery pavements is near, and that two
additions cinder spreaders should be purchased.
By O;mmissioner Romsey, seconded By Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the Equipment Committee be authorized to place
an order for two (2) additional Butler, .model P 557 cinder spread-
ers at a lost of approximately $185. each.
Unanimously Carried.
WILLOW A BRIDGES Commissioner Miscall called attention to the
poor lighting oonditions on the Willow Ave. bridges. He stated
that Gond its and wires were installed when the bridges were con-
structed, and fixtures and lights can be installed at small ex-
pense. • a
By Oummissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey:
Reso ved, that the Lighting Committee be authorized and di-
rected to investigate cost and report to the Board. Carried.
AUDIT B' Commissioner Romsey, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
R.solved, that the bills approved and audited by the Fin-
anoe Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. JI
Carried.
AUDIT HOSPITAL PROJECT BILLS
By Commissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Reso ved, that the bills for the Hospital project, Docket
N.Y. 1480 F approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and
the same uereby are approved for payment. Carried.
INLET WAL] Commissioner Sawdon suggested that a survey be made
to ascert::in location of property lines and determine responsibil-
ity for toe repair of the wall.
Engileer Marble agreed to make the survey. .
FLOOD CONTROL Commissioner Miscall suggested that the City
Engineer lie authorized to communicate with the N.Y.S. Flood Con-
trol Commission and the Conservation Commission at Albany in re-
gard to the possibility of the construction of dams in the creeks
which flo through the City,
On m tion the meeting adjourned to reconvene at the cal 1 of
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular Meeting 10:00 A. M. Novemb r 9, 1938
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers
Commissioners - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert
Attorney - Powers
Clerk - Springer
Engineer - Marble
Forester - Baker 1
Water & Sewer Supt. - Carpenter
Gen. Foreman - Alby
Construction Foreman - Cass
Plumbing Inspt. - Wismar
Sewer Dept . Foreman - Dougherty
MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
W.H.LANE WATER BILL Mr. Lane appeared before the Board and re-
ported that he was being billed for water for 1 property on the
McKinney line which has been vacant and has had no meter for the
past three years.
The matter was referred to Mr. Carpenter for investigation.
EDWARD PRESTON - REPAIR BILL Mr. Preston asked the Boa to ex-
punge a bill amounting to $23.70 for repairs to the sanitary sewer
at his property in Ithaca Road.
He stated that at the time the sewer connection was ade, on
advice of the City administration, to avoid tearing up n pave-
ment, the lateral from his property was connected with t !e lateral
from the adjoining property, which necessitated the use two
elbows, and this installation together with tree roots h caused
a stoppage in the sewer.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Al in:
Resolved, that the bill for sewer repairs amounting oto $23.70
against the Edward Preston property at 139 Ithaca Road bland the
same hereby is expunged. Car lied.
DIVAN IN COUNCIL ROOM The Clerk asked permission to diAoose of
the divan in the Council Room to make room for the new addresso-
graph.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Milan:
Resolved, that the disposition of the divan be left !to the
City Clerk with power. Carred.
ETTA M. ILLSTON BEQUEST The Clerk reported receipt ofcheck
in the amount of $50.00 from the estate of Etta M. Illstcn for
the care of the Fred E. Illston and William H. Iliston lilts in the
City Cemetery, for which a receipt was requested.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Al 3n:
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they ereby
are authorized to execute receipt for the legacy.
Caril ed.
UNIVERSITY AVE. SIDEWALKS Engineer Marble reported rec , pt of a
letter from Attorney Allan H. Treman in which he expresse ' the
opinion that it was the duty of the City to repair the s ewalks
at 402 University Ave. and at the Van Cleef and Ithaca H lside Co.
property, since he feels that these walks were damaged b the City
when the street was repaired.. Engineer Marble stated tht he did
not agree that all the damage was caused by the City.
Attorney Powers reported that Mr. Treman would be s isfied
if the walks are patched.
Foreman Alby was instructed to patch the walks where necessary.
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THOMAS HA RIS CURB AND GUTTER Engineer Marble reported that Mr.
`arris, present owner of the property at the intersection of Spencer
Road and 4 . Albany Street, formerly owned by Mr. Sincebaugh has
agreed to deed the necessary land to the City if they will install
curb and cutter at the intersection.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Reso' ved, that the curb and gutter be installed upon receipt
of deed fyr the land. Carried.
HOSPITAL 'ROJECT Engineer Marble reported that Inspector Hand-
shuh had •uggested amending the resolution passed by the Board
October 1 , 1938 in regard to change order #1 covering rock ex-
cavation on the Hospital project.
_By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Reso 'ved, that this Board hereby accepts and approves the
installat on of the following in Memorial Hospital Addition P.W.A.
Docket N. 1480 F:
Rock excavation (general) 177.8 cu. yds .
Rock 'excavation in pipe trench 23.6 " "
Rock excavation in sewer trench 24. " "
Excavation in sewer trench extension
Earth' 18 cu, yds .
Rock 19 " "
Backfill 37 ti "
Furn Shing and laying 6" sewer 28 lin. ft .
Be I . Further Resolved, that the statement of costs attached
and made ' part of this resolution be and the same hereby is
approved, Unanimously Carried,
SEWER PLA p PROJECT Engineer Marble reported that Mr. Holmes has
taken the 'dans to ew York for approval of the P.W.A., and that
as soon as( final approval is given it will be necessary to adver-
tise for b ds.
By Coy issioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Resol ed, that the City Clerk be authorized, to advertise for
bids, when plans are approved by the P.W.A. Carried.
REPAIR SHO' Commissioner Egbert reported that the new shop is
nearing coipletion and that' the Engineer is now securing bids for
the heatinr, plant. ;
CLINTON STI BRIDGE Commissioner Egbert reported that work has
been star :d on the Clinton St . bridge,
Mayor Myers expressed the opinion that the Railroad Companies
should be 'equired to widen and straighten the channel at their
bridges tolcomplete the work started by the City.
Engin::er Marble stated that the Board had authorized him at
a previous meeting to contact the Railroads on this matter and that
he would npw bring the matter to their attention.
Commissioner Miscall expressed the opinion that Provo Brothers
should be ''mployed to use their drag line to clean the channel
along the ity dump, while their equipment is convenient. Engineer
Marble est 'mated the cost at $2500.00
The matter was referred to the Construction Committee and the
City Engin'er for study and report .
WESTBOURNE LANE Commissioner Egbert reported that the Highway
Committee mound that Westbourne Lane is very narrow and would re-
quire a great amount of work to improve, and the committee do not
recommend accepting the street until rules of the Board governing
subdivisior_lis are complied with.
By Compissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Resolved, that the City Clerk be instructed to notify the
petitioner- that all rules and regulations of the Board of Public
Works must .e complied with before the City will accept the street. i
Carried.
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STEWART PARK CONCESSION Forester Baker reported that Mr. Alvah
Gilbert had agreed to pay $50.00 per month for 3 months f__IIor the
concession at Stewart Park, but due to the prohibition obathing,
he had lost money this year, and asked for a reduction in the
price.
By Commissioner Causer, seconded by Commissioner Saw, on:
Resolved, that the rental be reductddto $100.00 for (she season.
Carried.
WILLOW AVE. BRIDGES Commissioner Miscall reported that he \.._./Electric Company have agreed to install 4 lights on 2 bri, ges at
a cost of 048.00 per light per year, and that there is s ' ficient
funds in the lighting fund to pay for the lights.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Eg ert: !
Resolved, that the N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp. be au} horized
to install new lamps on 2 Willow Ave. bridges . Carried. i
AUDIT By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner klen:
Resolved, that the bills approved and audited by t e Fin-
ance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for pa: ent,
Carried.
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AUDIT - HOSPITAL PROJECT BILLS
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner All n:
Resolved, that the bills for the Hospital Project, D� cket
N.Y. 1480 F approved and audited by the Finance Committe0e and
the same hereby are approved for payment. Carred.
REPAIR SHOP HEATING Commissioner Egbert reported that bids are
being received for the heating plant which range from $1160.00 to
01500.00 and that the City Engineer should be authorized to award
the contract for the installation before the next meeting of the
Board.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Eg ert:
Resolved, that the expenditure of a sum not to exceed 01500.00 \ ..., /
be authorized for installation of a heating plant at the hew re-
pair shop, and that the award of the contract beapproved at the
next meeting of the Board. Unanimously Carried & Approved.
MORRIS AVE. Mayor Myers asked when the 5 empty houses would be re-
moved from Morris Ave.
Commissioner Allen reported that Mr. Schooley had pr mised
to tear them down, but had been delayed on other work. %
Mr. Allen was authorized to dispose of them to the h ghost
bidder if Mr. Schooley is unable to remove them at once.
PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE Commissioner Sawdon reporteddIIreceipt
' of a letter from Mr. Robert S. Boothroyd calling attentioii to the
fact that it is possible to procure public liability insu, acne
with a 0500.00 or 01000.00 deductable clause at a saving f approx-
imately 25 to 35 percent on the premium, based on loss ex erience .
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner All n:
Resolved, that the Clerk ascertain what losses have leen paid
and bring the matter to the attention of the Council.
Carr ed.
On motion the meeting was adjourned to reconvene at he call
of the Mayor.
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CITY OF ITUACA
TOMPKINS COUNTY
NEW YORK
OFFICE OP
THE MAYOR
November 16, 1938
Dear Commissioner :
Since it will be necessary for the Board to meet
on December lst, 1938 to receive and award bids
for the Sewer Station project, I have been
requested by a quorum of the Board to postpone
the November 23rd meeting to that date.
I therefore postpone the regular meeting to
10A1.111. December 1, 1935.
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Due notice of the meeting will be given
for that date.
Very Truly Yours,
JOSEPH B. MYERS
Mayor
COPIES TO :
Commissioners—Allen,Sawdon, Causer,Miscall, Egbert,Rumsey
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City of Ithaca, N. Y.
A4 ourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A. M. December 1, 1938 $
PRESENT
Mayor - M ers
Oommissio'ers - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, .Miscall, Egbert
Attorney Powers General Foreman - Alby
Clerk -- S•ringer Constr. Foreman -- Cass
Engineer Marble Plumbing Insptr. - Wismar
Forester Baker . Sewer Dept. Foreman - Dougherty
Water & S=wer Supt. -- Carpenter
MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
BIDS SEWArE DISPOSAL PLANT Mayor Myers stated the next order of .J
business 'ould be to receive and open bids for the sewage plant
project, :1.W.A. Docket N.Y. 1913 F,
Mr. olmes then presented a statement in which he certified
that no a•denda have been issued in connection with the contract
documents for the project.
Thre- copies of the statement were presented to the P,W.A.
Engineer d one copy to the sponsor' s correspondent.
The following bids were then opened by the Clerk and read {.
by Mr. Ho ales:
Bidde Base Bid #1 Alternate #2 Alternate
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J. Dall J . Inc. 122,273.00 115,579.00 117,342.00
KucharBras, 131,845.00 127,545.00 126,045.00
Street Br. s, Constr. Co. Inc. 137,635.50 135,135. 50 132135. 50 4
Bid Bond- .
J. Daly J . Inc.
6,250.00 Suret"y Bond
Kuchar Bros, 10,000.00 Surety:,Bond
Street Bros. Constr. Co. Ino. 7,500.00 Surety Bond
As t Ie lowest bid exceeded the estimated amount of the project,
Engineer ,garble was instructed to phone P.W.A. authorities in New
York to a:1certaip if certain items could be eliminated from the
plans wit , the consent of the bidders, to bring the price within
the estim:te.
Mr. „arbie reported that Mr. Mendelsohn of the P.W.A, advised
that dedue ions could be made and contract awarded to lowest bidder.
Mr. .lmes recommended the omission, of the following items
' which woul - bring the price within the estimate:
Item 12 Rubbed Concrete Finish 438.00
63 Chlorinating Equipment 7,347.00
68 Laboratory Equipment 269.00
73 Engineer' s Office 1.1.121122
Total 9;447.00
By Cc issioner Misoall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Resolved, that the reoommendation of Mr. Holmes be accepted.
Carried.
By C pmissioner Miscall, §ecopded by Commissioner Sawdon:
WHE S, bids for Oontraot #1 for General Contract in connec-
tion with' he project at Ithaca, New York, P.W.A. Docket No, Y.
,--. 1913-F ha p been duly received, considered and compared; and
WHE , it appears that the bidder hereinafter designated is
the 'lower qualified responsible bidder on the contract set out
below;
SOW EREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Public Works of •
the City . Ithaoa' that the contract set out below is awarded as
follows: ,
Board of Public Works -2- Decemb' r 1, 1935
Provided, however, that this award shall not become effectil!e
until said bidder shall have been notified thereof in Wr ting by
the City Clerk of the Board of Public Works. .
General Contract Base Bid Contrct Price
J. Dall, Jr. , Inc. *122,273.00
Ithaca, New York '
Less Alternate #1 of
Specifications $3,694.00
Less Alternate #2 of
Specifications 1,237.00 '
Less Item #12 of
Specifications 438.00
Less Item #63 of
L.'Speerficat)oni 7,347.00
Lees Item #68 of
Specifications 269.00
Less Item #73 of
Specifications 1,393.00 14,378.00
Net Amount of Bid $107, 95.00
The City Clerk of the City of Ithaca is hereby inst , oted to
prepare two certified copies of this Resolution in accor noe with
the instructions of theublic Works Administration, and (submit
the same immediately to the Regional Director, Region #1,! Pederal
Emergency Administration of Public Works, together with games of
proposed Surety Companies for performance bond for each dder
awarded a contract by this resolution.
Upon receipt of information that the Regional Direc r,
Region #1, Federal Emergenoy Administration of Public Wor a has
concurred in this award the City Clerk' is hereby direete to
notify said bidder in writing of said award and to arran .. for the
immediate execution of said contract and the furnishing d the '
necessary bonds to accompany such contract.
- '.Ayes 5 Nays 0 Carried and Approve
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Eg ert:
Resolved, that Engineer Marble be authorized and dir cted
to take plans to New York for presentation and approval 0, the
P.W.A. Carr ed.
STREET SIGN HOMESTEAD ROAD The Clerk reported a request from
Dr. Hoefle for the installation of a street sign at the i r--
section of Cornell St. and Homestead Road.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner All n
Resolved, that a sign .be plaoed at this intersection when
available. Carved.
SEWAGE DISCHARGE PERMITS The Clerk reported receipt of ermits
from the State Department of Health to discharge sewage owastes
into Cayuga Inlet from the proposed Cliff & Court Streets' line
and from the new sewage disposal plant.
These permits were ordered filed in the County Clerks offioe:
F. A. HARPER WATER BILL The Clerk reported receipt of a request
from F. A. Harper of Comstock Road for permission to dedu.t69 cents
from his next water bill, as he c aims he did not receive his
August let bill and. therefore could not take advantage of the dis-
count amounting to 69 cents.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Cau:er=
Resolved, that the Clek be instructed to advise Mr. jHarper,
that his request cannot be granted. Carred.
STREET LIGHT HILLVIEW PLACE The Clerk reported receipt rf a
tdztfrom Mr. Kulp of the Board of Education for the in i talla-
ti n of a street light at the steps leading to the street from
the South Hill School.
By Commissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Sawion:
Resolved,, that the matter be referred to the Street fighting
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PLANNING , OMMISSION SUGGESTIONS' The Clerk presented a list pre-
pared by :hetPlanning Commission, which they request the Board to
consider.,in the preparation of their Budget for 1939. '
DAMAGE TOISCANLON HOUSE Attorney Powers reported receipt of a
request f :om Miss Scanlon of W. Clinton Street for the City to
erect a s gn in front of her house to warn motorists of the end
of. Conn Sreet , as her house was damaged recently by a car which
failed to make the turn.
By C mmissioner Sawdon, seoonded..by ,.Oommissioner Egbert :
Reso ved, that the matter be laid upon the table.
../'' Carried.
PLUMBING NEW REPAIR SHOP Engineer Marble reported that in
aecordane with the Board' s authorization at the November 9th
meeting h had awarded the contract to W. Wilson for the sum of
$1255.00,
By C issioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
„1 Resolved, that the award of the plumbing to W, Wilson for
the sum o $1255.00 be and the same hereby is approved.
Unanimously Carried and Approved.
DRIVEWAY ;127-329 E. STATE STREET Engineer Marble reported a
request fbm the Texaco Co'. for permission to cut the curb and
construct I driveway at 327-329 E. State St.
By 09 missioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Reso ed, that permission be granted to install driveway
under sup: vision of the C.ty.Engineer.
Be I 'd Further Resolved, that this permit to terminate at
pleasure .1 the Board. • Carried.
ENGINEERS! TRUCK Engineer Marble reported that funds were
. appropriat-d for a truck for �the engineering department in the
1938 budge' and as's:ed for authority to prepare specifications
and advert se for bids.
\/. By Cot issioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Misoall: 3,;
Resoled, that the City Engineer be authorized to prepare
specificat1 ons for the truck, _ and that the City Clerk be author-
ized and directed to advertise for bids thereon. Carried.
SEWER RENT . LS The report prepared by the committee, a copy of ,
which is a'►pended hereto, covering their recommendations, was pre-
sented to • Ihe Board. .
Attor ey Powers stated that an ordinance had been prepared d
presented ' o the Common Council with the committee' s report, on
which the uouneil are to. act at their next meeting.
He et'• ted that while -a rate had been recommended there would
be exceptiUns where special rates would be necessary.
By Coy issioner Miscall, seoonded by Commissioner Egbert: r
Resoled, that the matter of exceptions be refer ed to the
Water and .cewer Committees to work out and report to the Board.
Carried.
WATER.DEPT PROJECT Ciommissioner Sawdon reported that it had
been neoes:ary for Sixpt, `Carpenter to make trips to New York in
connection with the -water 'project,-' and that the expense of these
trips show A. be approve,.
By 0o4. ,issioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall!
- Resol ed, that the bill of $29.00 for trip made November 3rd
and the bi 'l of $44.15 for the trip of November 21st be and the
same hereby are approved and ordered paid. Carried.
�./ ALBANY TRI:; Commissioner Sawdon reported that it might be neces-
sary for a representative of the City to go to Albany in connec-
tion with the water project. .
By Ooimissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall
Resoled, that this Board authorize a representative to go
to Albany, if necessary, with the approval of the Mayor.
Carried,
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OFFICE EQUIPMENT Commissioner Miscall reported that it /is neces-
sary to replace a typewriter and office ch a r in Mr. Ryan! s office
and purchase an oil heater for the new office.
He stated that prices on several makes of typewritee had
been obtained and the prices ranged from *131.75 to $167172. ..
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Al en: .
Resolved, that the matter of purchase of a typewrit!r, chair
and oil heater be referred to Mr. Ryan and the City Cler. with
power. Car .ied.
CITY HALL ROOF The Clerk reported that the roof of the City Hall
had leaked seriously during a recent thaw and needed attention.
By Commissioner Allen, seconded by Commissioner Sawion:
Resolved, that the Clerk be instructed to employ R isey & Co. ,'
to investigate and make repairs. Car ied.
AUDIT By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolved that the bills approved and audited by the Finance
Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Car ied.
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AUDIT - HOSPITAL PROJECT BILLS '
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Resolved, that the bills for the hospital project Doke N.Y.
1480 F approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the
same hereby are approved for payment. Car ied.
AUDIT - SEWER PROJECT BILLS
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Al en:
Resolved, that the bills for the Sewer Project, Doolet N. Y.
1913 F approved and audited by the Finanoe Committee be d the
same hereby are approved for payment when funds are avai able
Car ied.
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BUDGET The Clerk distributed copies of the preliminary dget
1 estimates as submitted by the various departments under ' e Board
! of Public Works.
After discussion, various items were changed as ind cated on
the budget herewith appended and it •was moved
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner S don:
Resolved, that the budget for the year 193$ as amen ed, be and
` the same hereby is approved and adopted and a requisitio ordered
filed with the Common Council for an appropriation of *1/7,413:00
to cover estimated cost of general care, maintenance, an operation
of the several departments under control of the Board an an appro- f
priation of $90,238.00 to cover estimated cost of new cor!struotion
t and improvements making a total requisition of $267,651.db
CarIlI'Iied.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Al !en; _
Resolved, that the salary of the City Clerk be and he same I
hereby is fixed at $3500.00 per year effeotive January 1, 1939.
Car led.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Al en:'
Resolved, that the salary of the City Engineer bed the
same hereby is fixed at $3750.00 per year effective Jan. , 1939.
Car ed. ' `
By Commissioner Allen, seconded by Commissioner Egb t:
Resolved, that the salary of August Alby be and the 'same here-
by is fixed at *50.00 weekly effective Jan. 1, 1939.
Oar ' ed.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Mi all:
Resolved, that the salary of the City Forester be the same
hereby is fixed at $3,000.00 per year effective Jan. 1, 39.
Car ed.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Se, don: ,� /
Resolved, that the salary of' Robert L. Quick be and Tthe 'sane
hereby is fixed at $37. 50 weekly effective Jan. 1, 1939. j
Carr ed.
On motion the meeting was adjourned to reconvene ati he call
of the Mayor.
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Board of Public Works
1937 1938 1939 1939
Title of Accounts Final Final Estimated ' Tentative
110 Clerk' s Office 9,200. 11,960. 12,425. /ZZs•
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3,400.
114 B.P.W. Admin. 3,400. 3,400.
gyo o .
116 Engineer' s Office 6,700. 8,000. 8,000.
2go0 .
119 City Hall 7,725. 8 ,100. 7,800.
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120 Isolation Ho sp. 100. 125. 125.
gse 0 ,
160 Sewers - General 7,000. 7,000. 8,500.
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161 Street Cleaning 8,000. 5,500. 9,500.
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162 Refuse & Garbage 22,000. 22,000. 22,000.
/D 600 ,
164 Sewage Disp. Plant 10,600. 12,000. 10,750.
' Franklin St.
/p 0 0 1
165 Sewage-Buffalo St. 1,000. 1,000. 1,150.
6S
166 Sewage-Wood St. 365. 365. 515.
167 Sewage-Cherry St. 340. 340. 490. .34/0
168 Storm Sewers 2,000. 2,500. 2,500. Z S o 0
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169 Plumbing Instr. 950. 1,200. 1,700.
Zo963
180 Street Lighting 19,500. 20,074. 20,963. /
2b 000
\ _./ 181 Highway Maintenance 26,200.. 25,000. 26,000.
?3 o 0 0
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` 182 Snow and Ice 4,000. ' 3,000. . 3,000.
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183 Dept. Buildings 500. 500. 500.
4/8 o 0
184 Bridge Maint: 3,000. 5,000. 4,000.
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185- Creek Maint. 500. 1,500. 1,200.
2.5 0 0
186 Shop Maint. 1,800. 1,800. 2,500.
, 77, 0 0
230 Park Dept. Gen.. 8,870. 9,200. 9,200.
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231 Percy Field 265. 250. 350.
/4/0
232 Stewart Park 6,470. 6,400. 6,400. °
233 Treman Park ' 740. 800. 500. Sao
03 0
234 Golf. Course 2,870. 3,900. 3,900. 9 0
/7o0
235 Airport 500. 1,850. 1,700.
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250 Mun. Parking Area 3,310. 3,110. 3,110.
251 Mun. Comfort Sta. 1,060. 1,125. 1,185.
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400 Cemetery 33800. -5-,3__ 0___ 4 00
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275 Const. & Perm. Imps.
43,800. 50,000. :16 , go 73?
206,565. 225,299. 377-,4 : 2 ‘ CS/.
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The suggested Improvement Program for 1939, amounting to
$193,167 is as follows:
City Cost W.P.A. Cost _ Total
STor' /?o c.LL' /? 3 Soo 3soo .
Curb & Gutter (City project) $ 5,000. $ $ 5,000.
Surface Treatment of Streets 5,500. 5,500.
Wall Repairs (Six Mile Creek) jos'
Tioga St. Paving & Widening ---*P$S4. 1.rz!T562. -liF47.
State St. to Buffalo St.
Buffalo St. Paving & Widening 33,000. 22,000. 55,000.
Aurora St. to Stewart Ave.
Seneoa Street 13,560. ,040. 22,600. �. /
• College Avenue
Sanitary Sewers cL:ff sr-_ 9 2 53. . a yzs. 96.24 .±± 7.O6-
Sidewalk Project .nn„. e,„ rs 4 . 00 -l2367. - hove. ='
Golf Course Sh�e�—�S-BLk-er
3 e o o - 9. 30,0, $€ik. i
- Six Mile Creek 5,925. 21, 130. 27,055.
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Rail Removal Total __ *
90, 2 �• 63SgS, /53 , 3 . •
Totals & " AL:,.: :_
Following is shown total expenditures to Oct. 31, 1935 under
various headings as shown on preliminary budget furnished Dec. 1,1938:
110 Clerk' s Office $ 9,759.95
114 B.P.W. Admin. 2,757 03
116 Engineer' s Office 5,497.54
119 City Hall 7,512.50
120 Isolation Hospital 19. 51
160 Sewers - General 6,195.34
161 Street Cleaning 5,174. 77
162 Refuse & Garbage 16,503. 57
164 Sewage Disposal Plant $,256. 15
Franklin St.
165 Sewage -. Buffalo St. 779.09
166 Sewage L. Wood St. 352. 16 ��
- 167 Sewage - Cherry St. 250.55
165 Storm Sewers 1,21+4.99
169 Plumbing Inspector 957.67
150 Street Lighting 16,055.06
151 Highway Maintenance 22,543.55
152 Snow & Ioe 2,300. 37 I
153 Dept. Buildings 294. 37
154 Bridge Maintenance 4,362.42 s
155 Creek Maintenance 423. 50
156 Shop Maintenance 1,475.25
230 Park Dept. - General 5,063.45
231 Percy Field 123.00
232 Stewart Park 5,595.16
233 Treman Park 573.54
234 Golf Course 4,117.05
235 Airport 1,635. 92
250 Mun. Parking Area 2,505.22
251 Mun. Comfort Station 953.07
400 Cemetery 5,015.72
275 Perm. Improvements 27,152.00
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular Meting /O:OO A. M. December 14, 1935
PRESENT
Mayor -- M, ere
r_ Commissio' era - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert
Attorney l Powers
Clerk - Springer
Engineer Marble
Forester- akar
Water & S wer Supt, - Carpenter
General Foreman - Alby
Construction Foreman - Cass
Plumbing Inspeotor - Wismar
MINUTES Minutes of the preoeding meeting were duly approved.
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JANE C. L. NCH RESIGNATION The following letter addressed to the
the Board was read:
"I hireby tender my resignation as Clerk and Deputy Registrar
of Vital 4mmissioner tatistics to take eff. ect January .1, 1939. "s Jane C.' Lynch
By Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Causer:
Resolved, that the resignation of Miss Lynch be accepted, arid'
a suitabl1- resolution be prepared by the Mayor and City Clerk.
Carried.
FLOOD WAT; R COBB STREET The Clerk presented a complaint re-
ceived fr.m two residents of Cobb Street, in regard to the water
during he�.vy rains.
The complaint stated that the water runs across a vacant lot
on Pearl street and forms a pond on their lots at 109 and 111
Cobb Stre-t.
Engi, eer Marble reported that he had investigated and found
that the city has done nothing to cause this condition and that
the wate originates on private property.
By ••mmissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Resolved, that the Clerk be instructed to advise Messrs.
Sniperall
3 Vliet that the City has no jurisdiction over private
property and that Pearl Street is not a City street.
Carried.
BOILER I I:URANCE The Clerk reported that the Boiler Insurance
expires •' January 1, 1939 and that a representative of the Insur-
ance Com.: y had made a survey of all boilers and heaters and
pressure easels and recommended including various boilers not
now cove ed.
By commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Resolved that the matter be referred to the Finance Committee
with pow Carried.
TELEPHON EXCHANGE The Clerk reported that there seemed to be a
question about the advisability of continuing the City Hall ex-
ohange s'hce the service is limited to office hours and since only
a part oil the City phones are connected with the exchange.
By commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall: a
Res•1lved, that the Clerk be authorized to abolish the tele-
phone ex•lhange. Carried.
' TIME EXT:! SION HOSPITAL PROJECT Engineer Marble reported that
when the change order, eliminating the inside stairway was
approved the contractor requested an extension of time, and would
like the Board to authorize the extension of time and waive claim
for dam:.,es for 30 days,
By "ommissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Causer:
Res'llved,• that a 30 day extension of time be granted, and
liquidat,;d damages be waived during period of this extension. x '
Carried.
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SUPPLEMENTAL HOSPITAL PROJECT The Engineer reported tiat the
Hospital authorities have requested the Board to submit a supple-
mental project to include installation of a new heating plant at
the Hospital, and that P.W.A. authorities have advised hat the
plant can be installed by authority of this Board with supple-
mental project.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner auser:
Resolved, that the City Engineer be authorized to 'repare axil .
submit a supplemental project to cover the heating plan I, for sub-
mission to the P.W.A. on Docket N.Y. 1450 F. Cal ied.
WATER DEPARTMENT PROJECT Engineer Marble reported thatthe plans
and specifications have been prepared for Project #1 and have, been \,.
.approved by the Committee, and should now be approved by the Board.
• :' y Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Al en:
.: ..'• tesolved, that the plans and specifications approve by. the
Committee be, and the same hereby are approved.
,e It Further Resolved that the City Clerk be autho ized to
• adireptise for bids:.:thereon.. •
• Ayes, -- 5 Nays - 0 Carried and Ap roved.
r : SEWER .P�. QJECT The Engineer reported that the Contract locuments
'' ,; for th.V_:Sewer.,Project had .been delivered to the P.W.A, i f New York
and,tha' Ce`ntractor Dall started work on Monday.
S ="O PFNTER ALBANY 'TRIP Commissioner Sawdon report that
i, ••Ybao. 'tia'hce with the authority granted by the Board on i ecember
1 .;,,Y9�3gat Supt. Carpenter had made the trip to Albany n con-
nebt:flon::;v¢ith.the .We,t.er.4Proj6bt. , .
','< :'"'B.y Commissioner Sawdon seconded by Commissioner All n: .
.4 ' Resolved, that the ' 'expense Of the` Albany trip amounting to
"$36';:05 'be included in the present audit. Carried.
' t. , LOtD CdNTROL • Commissioner Miscall reported that the Co serva-
1 ,, ion .,Department are preparing plans for a $400,000. Flood Control
i•. Oroject, fot 'dame in Enfield and" Buttermilk Creeks:
jr ( :' CL ETON ST. WATER MAIN. Commissioner Sawdon reported tha , .due
' ' to fill in .W Clinton Street, the high pressure main woul• be
r; ' appr.o.ximaeLy 12 feet deep at'the new Cinton St. bridge, ,and .
should be raised for about 400 feet's
• By Commissioner Sawdon; seconded by Commissioner All- ;
Resolved, that the-Water Department be authorized• toI - ise
thipr3' ne. Carr d.
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SHQtP EgUTR,MENT Commissioner Miscall reported need of ne equip-
merLt in t. e- repair shop, consisting of a power grinder , a •ench
lathe, ata power hack saw.
He=ss ated the estimated cost would be about $450.00.
By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbi-rt :
Resolved, that the Equipment Committee be and' they ar:
authorized to purchase the above equipment at a price. not o ex- '
ceed4450.00.
. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 • Carried. and Approved.
TRUCK-PURCHASE Commissioner. Miscall reported that 3 of toe City
dump trucks•-should be exchanged and thoughtthat it would 0e well
to make the purchase during the winter or spring.
PLUMBING INSPECTOR' S REPORT Commissioner Allen presented the
annual report of the Plumbing Inspector.
By Commissioner' Allen, seconded by Commissioner Misca 1:
Resolved, that the report of the Plumbing Inspector b
accepted and placed on filen Carri .
MORRIS AVE, .. Conilnissioner Allen teported, that all but one, f the
City owned hou•sen have beep removed from Morris Ave.
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AUDIT By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Oomrriissioner Allen:
Rezolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Fin-
ance Comm ttee be and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Carried.
AUDIT - HOSPITAL PROJECT BILLS
By CJmmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Alien!
Reso 'ved, that the bills for the Hospital Project Docket
N.Y. 1450 F, approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and
the same ereby are approved for payment. Carried.
On m tion the meeting was adjourned to reconvene at the
call of t e Mayor.
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Correction December 19, 1935
Ommitted irom minutes of December 14, 1935
By Cormnis:ioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Egbert:
Resolved, that the City Engineer be instructed to notify the
\ , Lehigh Va ,ley R. R. Co. to remove the concrete islands at the
Seneca an. Buffalo Street crossings, within a. reasonable time.
Carried.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS II
City of Ithaca, N. Y. i Adjourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A. M. December 20, 1938
PRESENT
Mayor - Myers
Commissioners - Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, Egbert, sey
Clerk - Springer I .4,
Engineer - Marble
Forester Baker
Water & Sewer Supt. -- Carpenter .�r .-
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amended.
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BIDS WATER WORKS IMPROVEMENTS Mayor Myers stated the first order \ ../
of business would be to receive and open bids for the wader works
project , P.W.A. Docket N. Y. 1935.
Engineer Marble then presented a statement in whioh he certi-
fied that no adienda have been issued in connection with 'the con-
tract documents for the project.
The following bids were then opened and read by the City Clerk.
Bidder Base Bid
Wilson M. Barger $ 12,548.
D. W. Winkleman Co. 13,870.
Provo Bros. 12,740.
Richard C. Leaf 12,468.
Bero Engineering & Construction 0o. , Inc. 13,710.
Walter L. Gardner 13,912.50
Binghamton Construction Co. , Inc.
13,945•
William J. Gallagher 10,885.
Bid Security,
Wilson M. Barger $ `�
627.40 Certified Cheo
( D. W. Winkleman Co. $1500. Certified Cheok
Provo Bros. % Bid Bond - Seaboard ,xety Co. •
Riohard C. Leaf $750. Bid Bond - New A erdazn r ''
Casua ty Co. ��
Bero Eng. & Constr. Co. , Inc. $750. Certified Check
Walter L. Gardner $1000. Bid Bond-Americ Surety
Co. of New York
Binghamton Constr. Co. , Ino. 5% Bid Bond .- London & Lancashire
Indemnity Co of America
William J. Gallagher $750. Certified Check- edina TnIst
Co. , M diva, N.Y.
As the lowest bid did not exceed the estimated amou t of the
project, no alternates were deducted.
By Commissioner Miscall, seoonded by Commissioner R,msey:
WHEREAS, bids for Contract #1 for Clearing, Strippi g and
Water Control for Proposed Water Supply Dam & Reservoir t Ithaca,
New York, P.W. A. Docket No. N. Y. 193; have been duly reeived,
considered and compared; and
WHEREAS, it appears that the bidder hereinafter des, gnated is '
the lowest qualified responsible bidder on the contract et out
below:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Publi Works of
the City of Ithaca that the contract set out below is ale rded as
follows:
Provided, however, that this award shall not beoom effective ��
until said bidder shall have been notified thereof in wit ting by
the City Clerk of the Board of Public Works. :4 it ,
Contract No. 1 Base Bid Cont of Price
William J. Gallagher $10,885.00 $1J,885.00
Medina, New York
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The ity Clerk of the City of Ithaca is hereby instructed to
prepare tic' certified copies of this Resolution in accordance with
the instructions of the Public Works Administration, and submit
the same immediately to the Regional Director, Region #1, Federal
Emergency Administration of Public Works, together with names of
proposed : rety Companies for performance bond for each bidder
awarded a contract by this resolution.
Upon receipt of information that the Regional Director region
#1, Feder-1 Emergency Administration of Public Works has concurred
in this alard, and government offer is received, the City Clerk is
hereby dil acted to notify said bidder in' writing of said award and
to arrange for the immediate e�ceoution of said contract and the
furnishin: of the necessary bonds to accompany such .contract.
Ayes 6 Nays 0 Carried and Approved.
JANE C. LiNCH RETIREMENT Mayor Myers announced that a resolution
had been prepared in regard to the retirement of Miss Lynch and
that Commissioner Miscall had prepared a scroll to present to her,
' bearing t e signature of the Mayor, Aldermen, Commissioners and
other associates in the municipal service.
It w.: s regularly moved, seconded, and carried that the follow-
ing resoltion be spread upon the minutes.
WHE- ' AS, Jane C. Lynch entered the service of the City of
Ithaca on June 1, 1899, and is retiring therefrom on December 31,
1938,
NOW HEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Ithaca does
hereby t. . e official cognizance of the long and faithful service
of said JI: e C. Lynch, and does hereby extend to her its felicita-
tions an• best wishes upon her retirement from municipal service.
By •i•mmissioner Egbert, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon; ,
Reso� ved, that a vote of thanks be extended to Commissioner,
Miscall f.r the preparation of the scroll. Carried.
CLIFF ST, SEWER Engineer Marble reported that the Common Council
have appoved the item amounting to 9,253. included in the 1939
budget t � cover the City share of the Cliff St. Sewer Project and
since the W.P.A. authorities have advised that work should be
started o this project before January 1st that the Board should
authoriz starting the project.
By mmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumsey: ,
Res ved, that work proceed on the Cliff St. Sewer Project
when fun a are available. Carried.
5 TON, RO LE Commissioner Miscall reported that the City;ngineer
had foun that a 5 ton roller can be purchased for the sum of ii
$2500. i the old roller is turned in and an order placed for the
new one 1 this time.
By pmmissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Res 2.ved, that when the budget is finally approved that order
be place ' for the new roller. I
Be It Further Resolved that the old roller be turned in at
this tim:! to insure quoted price on new roller.
Aye 1 6 Nays 0 Carried.
SEWAGE T4 ATMENT PLANT CHANGE ORDER Engineer Marble presented
a letter from Glenn D. Ho .des, recommending that fourteen (14)
beams beomittedon plan #5.
An stimate was also presented from the contractor, Mr. Dall,
which wo �id cover a credit of $334. for such alteration.
By ommissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall:
Res lved, that this change be authorized and that the
estimate credit therefore of *334. be and the same hereby is
approved , Carried.
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CONFERENCE ON STATE DEFENSE Commissioner Sawdon reporte receipt
of correspondence from the above named organization askin '�coopera--
tion of the City in opposing pending legislation in regar ' to
Federal taxes on past salaries of munioipal employees, to ation of _
revenues on outstanding bonds of municipalities, and taxa lion of
future municipal bonds.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Rumey: \.... /
Resolved, that this Board take suoh action-as necessary, and
that the City Clerk be authorized and directed to act forlthis
Board. - Carried. .
BOILER INSURANCE The Finance Committee recommended cove ing only.
the high pressure asphalt plant boiler, in the boiler pol cy.
On motion the meeting was adjourned to reconvene at he call
of the Mayor.
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City of Ithaca, N. Y.
Regular Meting 10:00 A. M. December 28, 1938
PRESENT
Mayor - M ers
Commissio ers - Allen, Sawdon, Egbert , Rumsey
Attorney Powers
Clerk - Sringer
Engineer Marble.
Forester Baker
Water & S wer Supt. - Carpenter
Gen. Fore an - Alby
Const. Fo eman - Cass -
MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved.
SCANLON,
' tPENCER ST. PROPERTY Mr. Robert Scanlon called attention
to the fa t that during the filling of their lots at 312 and 314
Spencer that the sewer line and cesspool were damaged, and asked
the Boardlto make necessary repairs.
4 By Qtmruissioner Rumsey, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon:
Reso ved, that Foreman Alby be authorized and directed to re-
store pars damaged to their original condition. Carried. t-
WM. WILKI i SON Mr. Wilkinson called attention'' of the Board to the
possibili 'y of using rock salt in place of calcium with cinders, a t
a reduced cost to the City. .
In d soussing the matter,. Foreman Alby reported that only one
half ton of calcium had been purchased this year, and that salt
hardens ti such an extent that it is almost impossible to use.
TRUCK BSD: The following bids for a panel truck for the engineer-
ing deparment, were opened and read. by the 'Clerk:
BiddJr Make Net Price
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Cayuga Moors Inc. Pord $ 480.
Erie J. Miller & Co. , Inc. Chevrolet 500.
Dan Ryan :uto Sales Plymouth 470,
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Egbert :
Resoaved, that the selection of a truck for the Engineering
Depa.rtmeni be referred to the Equipment Committee with power to
purchase.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Carried and Approved.
SANDING S AURORA ST. The Clerk read a letter received from
Mr. N. N. Brand, Vice-President of the Allen Wales Adding Mach.
Corp. in iegard to sanding Aurora St. hill.
The commissioners were of the opinion that citizens should
cooperate by using chains when; slippery as the City is now:",doing
everythin:, possible to care for slippery streets.
The clerk was directed to notify Mr. Brand that his request
will be given consideration.
DR, H. E. :' RRIAM The Clerk reported a request from Dr. Merriam
to have t e` cinders removed from the pavement on E. State St. and
...e/ Stewart Ale. to relieve the dusty condition in that section.
STREET S,IeN HOMESTEAD ROAD The Clerk reported that it had been
the custo, << to make a charge for installation of street signs on !
private s '.reet s.
By Cs ' 4issioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Reso ved, that the Clerk be directed to notify Dr. Hoefle
that it i ! the custom to charge for signs on private streets.
Carried.
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SPENCER ST. INTERSECTION Attorney Powers called attenti n to the
fact that two accidents have occurred at the above inter+otion,
caused by persons failing to make the turn and hitting th6 new
curb or the retaining wall, and felt that a "slow sign" should be
placed on the highway, and a "bull' s eye" placed on the point of
intersection of the new highway and Spencer St.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Eg Lrt :
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the PoliceAbepa.rt-
mer.t for their attention. Car ( ed.
L.V.R.R. STATE ST. CROSSING Engineer Marble reported r oeipt of
a letter from the Engineer of the Railroad Co. stating they will
make every effort to raise the crossing in the early sprig.
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CONORr,TE ISLANDS Engineer Marble reported that the L.V.`R.R.
Engineer hacO. promised to give immediate attention to the natter of
removing the concrete islands from the crossings at Buff to and,
Seneca Streets.
HOSPITAL PLAN CHANGES By Comm. Rumsey, seconded by Comm. Allen:
Resol7ed, that the Board hereby accepts and approve the in-
stallation of the following changes in Memorial Hospital dditions,
PWA Docket NY 1480-F:
Item 1 Substitution of glass block in operating rooms lend 2;
Estimated cost ''92. 12
Item 2 Changes in doors of metal supply cabinets;
Estimated cost 61.00
Item 3 Connections for steam supply and return lines;
Estimated cost .1.8.00
Item 4 Additional lights in operating rooms;
Estimated cost . . 19. 90 \..,. /
Item 5 Electrical changes including fire alarm conduit , telephone
ground, outlet plugs and conduit for Doctor' s paling
system;
Estimated cost , . . . . 67 .63,
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Be It Further Resolved, that the statements of cost :: attached
and made a part of this resolution be and the same hereb1 are
approved and no extension of time granted. Carried.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seoonded by Commissioner Al en:
Resolved, that the Clerk be directed to address a latter to
Supt. Mitchell suggesting that changes in construction s, ould be ,$
foreseen in order to avoid unnecessary expense. Carded,
DRAINAGE DITCH CLINTON ST . Commissioner Egbert reporter that the
authorized work on the drainage ditch is nearly complete. and that
the space between the new bridge and the railroad bridge should be
cleaned which would require about 2 days work.
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Ruisey:
Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Const lotion
Committee with power to complete the work if right of we, can be
obtained. Caroled.
AUDIT By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen: \ ...J
Resolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Fin-
ance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment.
Ca red,
AUDIT - HOSPITAL PROJECT BILLS
By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner A len:
Resolved, that the bills for Hospital Project Dock ; N.Y.
1480 F approved and audited by the Finanoe Committee be d the
same hereby are approved for payment. Carried.
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AUDIT - SEVER PROJECT BILLS
3y C• nmissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen:
Reso ed, that the bills for the Sewer Project, Docket N.Y.
1913 F ap1,roved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the
same herelly are approved for payment. Carried.
COLidISSIO ER ALLEN RETIRES Mayor Myers called attention to the
fact that this would be the last meeting which Mr. Allen would
attend as a member of the Board.
On b.,half of himself and members of the Board, the Mayor
thanked k . Allen for his faithful service and expressed regret
that it w. s impossible to reappoint him for another term.
On Jtion the meeting was adjourned to reconvene at the call
of the Ma or.
F. H. S inger
City Clerk
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