HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-CC-2017-12-06COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. December 6, 2017
PRESENT:
Mayor Myrick
Alderpersons (9) Brock, McGonigal, Murtagh, Nguyen, Gearhart Fleming,
Smith, Kerslick, Mohlenhoff
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Clerk – Conley Holcomb
City Attorney – Lavine
City Controller – Thayer
Building - Planning & Development Director – Cornish
Community Development Director – Bohn
Human Resources Director – Michell-Nunn
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Myrick led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
Dedication of City Hall Historical Marker
Immediately preceding the meeting, members of the Tompkins County Bicentennial
Committee marked the City of Ithaca's place in Tompkins County's history with a
dedication of a new historical marker in front of City Hall. Michael Lane, Chair of the
Tompkins County Legislature donated the sign to the City and Mayor Svante Myrick
accepted it on behalf of all City residents. Brief remarks were made by City Historian
Mary Raddant Tomlan, and Tompkins County Historian Carol Kammen.
ADDITIONS TO OR DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA:
Consent Agenda
Alderperson Brock requested the deletion of Item 8.7 Youth Bureau – Renewal of
Recreation Partnership Contract from the Consent Agenda. It will be discussed as part
of the City Administration Committee agenda.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
4.1 Presentation of Pride of Ownership Awards – Rotary Club
Members of the Rotary Club presented the 20th Annual City of Ithaca Pride of
Ownership Awards for the following projects:
Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons – Jeffrey Rimland and Partners,
Urgo Hotels and Resorts
Upson Hall, Cornell University
Elmira Savings Bank – 602 West State/MLK Street
Friends of the Ithaca City Cemetery
Breazzano Family Center for Business Education – 209-215 Dryden Road:
Developer/Owner – John Novarr and Philip Proujansky
108 Parker Street – Sara Finegan and Huck Milton
These projects recognize owners of properties within the City of Ithaca who have
developed projects or taken care of their properties in ways that enhance the physical
appearance of city neighborhoods and commercial areas. The program is a joint effort
of the Ithaca Rotary Club and the City of Ithaca.
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4.2 A Public Hearing for a Proposed Restore New York Grant Application
Resolution to Open Public Hearing:
By Alderperson Kerslick: Seconded by Alderperson Brock
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing for a Proposed Restore New York Grant
Application be declared open.
Carried Unanimously
No one appeared to address Council.
Resolution to Close Public Hearing:
By Alderperson Kerslick: Seconded by Alderperson Brock
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing for a Proposed Restore New York Grant
Application be declared closed.
Carried Unanimously
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL:
The following people addressed Common Council:
Fay Gougakis, City of Ithaca – Chacona Building historic designation; Marriott Hotel
lights; proposed bike rack paintings and bike rack signage.
Noah Warnke, Village of Cayuga Heights – Ezra’s Tunnel
Nathaniel Young, Sackets Harbor, NY – Ezra’s Tunnel
Hannah George, Town of Ithaca – Ezra’s Tunnel
Zoya Kaufmann, City of Ithaca – Ezra’s Tunnel
Logan Bell, Ithaca – Free the Gorges / Ezra’s Tunnel
Joe McMahon, City of Ithaca – Ezra’s Tunnel
Joan Lawrence, City of Ithaca – West Hill road changes
Steven Williams, City of Ithaca – Hector Street/W. State/MLK St Corridor
Steve Winans, Dryden – Ezra’s Tunnel
Jan Schwartzberg, City of Ithaca – West State/MLK Corridor
Genie Hurme, City of Ithaca – Rt. 79 Bridge
Frank Proto, Town of Caroline – Ezra’s Tunnel
Laura Lewis, City of Ithaca – Ezra’s Tunnel
Sarah Bluher – LEAD Program
Erin Griffeth, City of Ithaca – LEAD Program
Marshall McCormick – Board of Public Works – West State/MLK St Corridor
Shari Korthuis, City of Ithaca – LEAD Program
Krysztof Hochlewicz, Ithaca – Ezra’s Tunnel
Leo Levy, City of Ithaca – Ezra’s Tunnel
Luna Oiwa, Town of Ithaca – Ezra’s Tunnel
Taili Mugambee, City of Ithaca – LEAD Program
Jacob Freedland, City of Ithaca – Ezra’s Tunnel
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR – COMMON COUNCIL AND THE MAYOR:
Alderperson Brock thanked the speakers for sharing their comments, and asked about
the status of the LEAD community leadership board.
Mayor Myrick explained that a conference and a series of public meetings was recently
organized by the Drug Policy Alliance’s Upstate Liaison. That group is looking for
volunteers from community groups to sit on a community leadership board, and have
approached leaders from GIAC, the Multi-cultural Resource Center, along with similar
stakeholders from Tompkins County. They are still coordinating this group and working
on the details for the first meeting. He further noted that there are still opportunities for
grass roots involvement in this initiative that Decarcerate Tompkins is interested in.
Alderperson Brock further responded to comments made about light pollution and the
City’s transition to LED street lights, and also addressed comments made related
information sharing about city initiatives.
Alderperson McGonigal addressed the Cornell students who spoke about Ezra’s
Tunnel, stating that the propeller to close Ezra’s Tunnel was Cornell University. He
noted that Cornell has informed the city about the gorge safety education programs that
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are currently in place and suggested that if this is not true, they should find out who is in
charge and speak to them about it.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
City Administration Committee:
8.1 Human Resources – Request to Amend Authorized Budget for a Safety
Grant - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
WHEREAS, the City applied for and received an Occupational Safety and Health
Training Education Program Grant from the New York State Department of Labor in the
amount of $12,560; and
WHEREAS, the grant will run until July 31, 2017, and provide City staff with various
safety training, including, but not limited to: confined space, trenching, excavation,
lockout/tagout, hazard communications and work zone safety; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby amends the 2017 Authorized Human
Resources Budget to account for the $12,560 Safety and Health Training and Education
Program Grant from New York State as follows:
Increase Revenue Account:
A1430-3489 NYS Aid Health $ 12,560
Increase Appropriations Account:
A1430-5435 Human Resources Contracts $ 12,560
Carried Unanimously
8.2 Finance/City Controller - Authorization to Cover Red Accounts - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
RESOLVED, That the City Controller be empowered to make transfers within the 2017
Budget appropriations, as needed, for the remainder of the 2017 Fiscal Year.
Carried Unanimously
8.3 Finance/City Controller Request to Amend 2017 Budget to Account for
Various Unanticipated Revenue and Related Expenses - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
WHEREAS, during 2017, City of Ithaca departments have received revenue from
various unanticipated sources including reimbursements, grants, and donations that
need to be accounted for in the 2017 budget; and
WHEREAS, the reimbursement totals $29,701 as follows:
Tompkins County Celebration Grant $ 6,200
Insurance Recovery $18,329
Donations $ 5,172
; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby amends the 2017 authorized budget as
follows to account for said receipts and related expenditures of funds:
Increase Revenue Accounts:
A1012-2379 Community Celebrations $ 6,200
A3120-2680 Police – Insurance Recovery $17,036
A3410-2680 Fire – Insurance Recovery $ 793
A3410-2705 Fire – Donations $ 5,172
A7111/2680 Forestry – Insurance Recovery $ 500
$29,701
Increase Appropriations Accounts:
A1012-5435 Community Celebrations $ 6,200
A3120-5476-5001 Police –Equipment Maintenance $17,036
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A3410-5440-12350 Fire – Staff Development $ 3,282
A3410-5476-12250 Fire – Equipment $ 793
A3410-5445-12350 Fire Travel $ 1,359
A3410-5125 Fire Overtime $ 531
A7111-5485 Forestry – Trees $ 500
$29,701
Carried Unanimously
8.4 Fire Department – Approval of the 2018 Fire Department Inspection and
Permit Fees - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
WHEREAS, Chapter 181 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code entitled “Fire Prevention”,
§181-9 F(1) entitled “Operating Permits for Certain Uses and Materials; Fees” states
that the Fire Chief shall promulgate a fee schedule applicable to the permits authorized
under such code; and
WHEREAS, §181-9 F states that fees established in the fee schedule shall reasonably
reflect the cost of receiving, investigating, processing, and issuing each of said permits;
and
WHEREAS, §181-9 F requires that any schedule and said changes proposed thereto
shall be submitted to the Common Council for adoption prior to the collection of such
fees; and
WHEREAS, the permit fee schedule is based on the labor costs of performing the
inspections and processing the permits; and because of subsequent salary increases
and associated cost of fringe benefits the current fees do not reflect the actual costs of
the services being provided; and
WHEREAS, the fees were last adjusted and approved by Common Council on
December 5, 2012; and
WHEREAS, a proposal has been prepared and submitted to increase fees generally
and as stipulated in the schedule from $50.00 to $55.00 per hour, and from $75.00 to
$82.50 per hour for work performed during non-business hours, which will result in such
fees reflecting current costs; and
WHEREAS, the prepared proposal includes the additional permit fees for processing
and the administration of permits over and above the costs of the actual inspections for
issuing such permits; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of Ithaca does hereby approve the
proposed increase in permit fees as proposed; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That these changes shall be authorized upon adoption of this resolution
by Common Council, with an effective date of January 1, 2018.
Carried Unanimously
8.5 Department of Public Works – Water & Sewer - Capital Project for
Engineering Services Agreement for Grit Removal Project, Concrete Restoration
Project, Emergency Generator Replacement, and Miscellaneous Plant
Improvements at the Ithaca Area Wastewater Facility - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Facility (IAWWTP) is in need of
certain Capital Improvements; and
WHEREAS, staff in association with the Plant’s consulting engineers, GHD, have
estimated the cost for the engineering services for the final design of Grit Removal,
Concrete Restoration, Emergency Generator Replacement, and miscellaneous plant
improvements to be,
1-Concrete Restoration and Leak Repairs (final design) $22,900
2-Grit Removal and Miscellaneous Repairs (final design)
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2.1-Grit System $200,700
2.2-Influent Building
I2mprovements
$28,700
2.3-Stair Tower Improvements $37,400
2.4-Structural Improvements $10,200
2.5-Miscellaneous Improvements $56,700
2.6-Instrumentation and Control $15,100
3-Emergency Generator Replacement $41,800
Total Design Fees $413,500
Contingency 5% $20,675
Total $434,175
As detailed in GHD’s letter and Scope of Services Schedule A dated October 9, 2017
Revised Scope of Services and Engineering Fee Grit Removal and Concrete
Restoration Project; and
WHEREAS, the Special Joint Committee (SJC) approved the project at its regular
meeting of November 8, 2017; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby establishes Capital Project 422J IAWWTF
Improvements – Design in an amount not to exceed $434,175 for the final design
engineering services agreement with GHD; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby recommends authorization of this project
contingent upon action by all wastewater partners committing their percentage of
reimbursement shares to the Joint Activity Fund allocated per the Joint Sewer
Agreement as follows:
Municipality Percentage Project Cost
City of Ithaca 57.14 $248,088
Town of Ithaca 40.88 $177,491
Town of Dryden 1.98 $8,596
$424,175
; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That funds needed for said project shall be derived from Capital Project
Reserve J1 and/or the issuance of Serial Bonds.
Carried Unanimously
8.6 Department of Public Works – Water and Sewer - Capital Project
Engineering Services Agreement for Evaluation and Recommendations for
Improvements to the Flow Monitoring Stations Owned by the Ithaca Area Waste
Water Treatment Facility (IAWWTF) - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant’s thirteen (13) remote flow
monitoring stations are in need of certain Capital Improvements; and
WHEREAS, staff developed and advertised a Request for Proposals for Professional
Engineering Services for Design and Installation of Flow Monitoring Stations for Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant’s thirteen (13) remote flow monitoring stations; and
WHEREAS, four Proposals for Professional Engineering Services for Design and
Installation of Flow Monitoring Stations for Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant’s
thirteen (13) remote flow monitoring stations were received on September 22, 2017, and
evaluated by staff; and
WHEREAS, staff, based on their evaluation, recommend accepting the proposal and
executing the agreement dated October 23, 2017, from the MRB group for the Flow
Monitoring Station Project; and
WHEREAS, staff, in association with the MRB group consulting engineers, have
estimated the cost for the engineering services including only the first 3 tasks in their
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proposal for the Review, Evaluation, and Recommendations for improvements to the
flow monitoring stations to be $23,838; and
WHEREAS, flow meter stations rehabilitation is an existing active Sewer Joint
Committee (SJC) capital project, number 414J with a current balance of $20,911
remaining after the first phase of access improvements were completed in 2008; and
WHEREAS, the Special Joint Committee (SJC) approved the project at its regular
meeting of November 8, 2017; and
WHEREAS, Capital Project 414J Flow Meter Stations Rehab is hereby amended by an
amount not to exceed $2,927 for a total project authorization of $102,927 for the
engineering services agreement with MRB group; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby recommends authorization of this project
contingent upon action by all wastewater partners committing their percentage of
reimbursement shares to the Joint Activity Fund allocated per the Joint Sewer
Agreement as follows:
Municipality Percentage Project Cost
City of Ithaca 57.14 $1,672
Town of Ithaca 40.88 $1,197
Town of Dryden 1.98 $58
$2,927
; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That funds needed for said project amendment shall be derived from
Capital Project J-1.
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
9.1 2018 Annual Common Council Concurrence that the City of Ithaca Planning
and Development Board be Lead Agency in Environmental Review for Site Plan
Review Projects for which the Common Council is an Involved Agency Resolution
By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson Smith
WHEREAS: 6 NYCRR Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Law and
Chapter 176.6 of the City Code, Environmental Quality Review, require that a lead
agency be established for conducting environmental review of projects in accordance
with local and state environmental law; and
WHEREAS, State Law specifies that, for actions governed by local environmental
review, the lead agency shall be that local agency which has primary responsibility for
approving and funding or carrying out the action; and
WHEREAS, State Law also specifies that when an agency proposes to directly
undertake, fund or approve a Type I or Unlisted Action undergoing coordinated review
with other involved agencies, it must notify them that a lead agency must be agreed
upon within 30 calendar days of the date that the Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) or draft EIS was transmitted to them; and
WHEREAS, Projects submitted to the Planning Board for Site Plan Review and
Approval, at times involve approvals or funding from Common Council, making Council
an involved agency in environmental review; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the State Environmental Quality Review Law and the
City of Ithaca Environmental Quality Review Ordinance, involved agencies are provided
with project information and environmental forms for their review, as well as all
environmental determinations; and
WHEREAS, Common Council did consent to the Planning & Development Board acting
as Lead Agency in environmental review for site plan review projects for which Common
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Council has been identified as an Involved Agency for the years of 2015, 2016 and
2017; and
WHEREAS, in order to avoid delays in establishing a Lead Agency and to make the
environmental review process more efficient, it is desirous to continue the agreement in
which the Planning Board will assume Lead Agency status for such projects; now,
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council does hereby consent to the Planning &
Development Board acting as Lead Agency in environmental review for site plan review
projects for which Common Council has been identified as an Involved Agency through
December 31, 2018; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That for any future project Common Council may withhold or withdraw its
consent should it so desire.
Carried Unanimously (9-0)
9.2 Common Council Authorization for Restore NY5 Funding Application -
Resolution
By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
WHEREAS, the 2016-17 New York State budget appropriated new funding for the
Restore New York’s Communities Initiative (“Restore NY5”) to revitalize urban areas
and stabilize neighborhoods and authorized the Empire State Development Corporation
(“ESDC”) to implement the program; and
WHEREAS, the goals of the Restore NY program are to (1) revitalize urban centers, (2)
induce commercial investment, and (3) improve the local housing stock; and
WHEREAS, Restore NY5 funding is available only for projects involving the demolition,
deconstruction, rehabilitation and/or reconstruction of vacant, abandoned, condemned
or surplus properties; and
WHEREAS, municipalities with populations under 40,000 are eligible to submit one
project, which may contain multiple related properties, not to exceed a request for
$1,000,000 in funding; and
WHEREAS, in response to a public call for proposals by the IURA, the following four
projects were submitted:
1. Ithaca Housing - Redevelopment of the Green Street Garage, 120 E. Green
Street;
2. Reach on State Street, 310 W. MLK Jr./State Street;
3. Home Dairy/Yellow Deli Building, E. MLK Jr./State Street;
4. 100s West, 121-123 W. State Street and 108-114 W. Green Street, and
WHEREAS, the IURA Economic Development Committee evaluated proposals to
maximize community benefit and competiveness for funding and recommended
advancing the following two projects for final consideration:
• 100s West
• Reach on State Street (subject to securing site control), and
WHEREAS, the sponsor for the Reach on State Street project was unable to secure site
control of 310 W. State Street though the site was acquired by another buyer who seeks
RestoreNY financial assistance to rehabilitate the historic structure on the property; and
WHEREAS, the 100s West project is an approximately $2.5 million project by Urban
Core, LLC to rehabilitate 3 adjacent buildings located at 121 W. MLK, Jr/State St., 123
W. MLK Jr./State Street and 108-114 W. Green Street, to create four below-market
housing units and renovate 25,000 square feet of retail and commercial space; and
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WHEREAS, Restore NY5 application must include a municipal resolution in support of
the application, proof that a public hearing was held on proposed application, and a site
control affidavit for projects located on non-municipally owned property; and
WHEREAS, the property owners have agreed to provide the full 10% required local
match contribution, so no City match funds are required; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council hereby endorses a Restore NY5
application for up to $1,000,000 that includes the following projects: 100s West, Urban
Core, LLC 310 W. State Street, David Halpert and Teresa Halpert Deschanes; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council hereby finds the proposed project
is consistent with the City comprehensive plan and Urban Renewal Plan; that the
proposed financing is appropriate for the specific project; that the project facilitates
effective and efficient use of the existing and future public resources so as to promote
both economic development and preservation of community resources; and the project
develops and enhances infrastructure and/or facilities in a manner that will attract,
create, and sustain employment opportunities where applicable; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Mayor, upon advice from the City Attorney, is hereby authorized
to take all actions necessary to submit a Restore NY5 application in accordance with
this resolution, including, but not limited to, certification of the application; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That the Mayor is authorized to modify the proposal to address any
unforeseen feasibility issues that arise that would impact competitiveness of the
application; and
RESOLVED, That, if awarded, the Mayor, upon advise from the City Attorney, is hereby
authorized to execute an agreement with ESDC, and any other documents necessary to
receive the Restore NY grant, as well as agreements with individual property owners to
implement the project; and, be it further
RESOLVED, The IURA is hereby authorized to administer and implement the City’s
Restore NY5 grant award.
Carried Unanimously (9-0)
9.3 Resolution to Select Artwork for E. State/MLK Street and Stewart Avenue
Electrical Box
By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson Brock
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Public Art Commission (PAC) has been established to,
among other duties, review and advise the Common Council on proposals for the
exhibition and display of public art in the City’s public spaces; and
WHEREAS, in 2010, the PAC created a mural and street art program to beautify blank
walls within the city while providing local artists from all sections of the community an
opportunity to showcase their work; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works approved several locations for future murals and
street art, including municipal electrical boxes throughout the city, by resolution on May
19, 2010; and
WHEREAS, in 2012 the PAC launched a project to beautify 21 municipal electrical
boxes through the creation of mini-murals, and subsequent rounds of the project were
completed in 2014 and 2017; and
WHEREAS, local artist Todd Ayoung has submitted his proposal for an electrical box
mural, titled “Art After Freedom is a Constant Struggle”; and
WHEREAS, after reviewing available locations and speaking with the artist, the PAC
selected the electrical box at the intersection of E. State/MLK Street and Stewart
Avenue as the proposed location for this mural; and
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WHEREAS, the PAC held public comment on the proposal at its meeting on October
26, 2017 and, while a quorum was not present, those members in attendance supported
the installation of Todd Ayoung’s proposal “Art After Freedom is a Constant Struggle” on
the electrical box at the intersection of E. State/MLK Street and Stewart Avenue; now,
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council selects the proposal “Art After
Freedom is a Constant Struggle” by Todd Ayoung to be installed on the electrical box at
the intersection of E. State/MLK Street and Stewart Avenue and to be added to the
City’s public art collection; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the selected artist may proceed with the installation of his mural upon
the execution of an agreement with the City (as reviewed by the City Attorney).
Carried Unanimously (9-0)
9.4 Resolution to Select Artwork for a Rotating Mural Installation on Water &
Sewer Workshop
By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson Gearhart
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Public Art Commission (PAC) has been established to,
among other duties, review and advise the Common Council on proposals for the
exhibition and display of public art in the City’s public spaces; and
WHEREAS, Plan Ithaca, the City’s comprehensive plan, identifies public art as an
important cultural resource that contributes to quality of life and economic vitality and
calls for the City’s continued support of public art; and
WHEREAS, in 2010, the PAC created a mural and street art program to beautify blank
walls within the city while providing local artists from all sections of the community an
opportunity to showcase their work; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works approved several locations for future murals and
street art, including the Department of Public Works facilities on First Street, by
resolution on May 19, 2010; and
WHEREAS, local artist Jay Potter has submitted a proposal for a rotating mural
installation on the rear façade of a workshop at the Water & Sewer facilities on First
Street; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Potter has submitted a design for the first installation that features the
Spanish word “junta” and the “Painted Lady” butterfly, and the installation will change
occasionally after this original design is painted; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Potter will collaborate with other artists on future designs and will
provide ongoing maintenance for the installation; and
WHEREAS, each mural design will be appropriate for all ages, colorful, and of high
quality and will not be religious or political in nature; and
WHEREAS, the artist will donate his time and materials, and the mural installation will
be budget-neutral to the City; and
WHEREAS, the PAC held public comment on the proposal at its meeting on October
26, 2017 and, while a quorum was not present, those members in attendance supported
the approval of a rotating installation by Jay Potter for a period of 5 years, with the
option to renew, and encouraged the involvement of a diverse group of artists in future
designs; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council selects Jay Potter to install and
maintain a rotating mural installation on the rear façade of a Water & Sewer Workshop
on First Street for a period of 5 years, with the option to renew with approval by
Common Council; and, be it further
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RESOLVED, That the selected artist may proceed with the installation of his mural upon
the execution of an agreement with the City (as reviewed by the City Attorney).
Alderperson Nguyen noted that Ithaca is very lucky to have great art. Alderperson
Murtagh noted that this artist has done wonderful installations throughout the City and
has brought in other artists as well.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously (8-0)
Alderperson Brock absent from vote
9.5 Proposed Resolution to Authorize Cornell University by Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) to secure “Ezra’s Tunnel” at Ithaca Falls Park
By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson Gearhart
WHEREAS, the Cornell University administration has expressed concern that the open
Western access to “Ezra’s Tunnel” at Ithaca Falls Park (hereafter “Western Access”)
and the part of Fall Creek Gorge beyond pose a well‐documented hazard to public
health and safety, including emergency responders; and
WHEREAS, Cornell University (“Cornell”) has offered to construct a safety barrier
consisting of two fences, one with a secure gate, to secure the Western Access (“Safety
Barrier”) and grant it to the City of Ithaca;
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is willing to take ownership of the proposed
Safety Barrier to the Western Access on certain terms and conditions; now, therefore be
it
RESOLVED, That the Mayor, subject to the advice of the City Attorney and Director of
Public Works, is authorized to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”)
concerning the proposed Safety Barrier with Cornell containing, among others, terms
approximating the following:
1. The plans and specifications for the Safety Barrier shall be prepared at the sole
cost of Cornell, for subsequent review by the City, including the Superintendent of
Public Works and Fire Chief.
2. The Safety Barrier shall have keyed access for emergency and maintenance
personnel.
3. Cornell shall construct the Safety Barrier at its sole cost and expense.
4. Cornell and its contractors shall provide proof of insurance naming the City of
Ithaca as additional insured in form and amount reasonably approved by the City
Attorney. Cornell shall hold the City of Ithaca harmless from liability connected with the
Safety Barrier during construction and until the Safety Barrier site is turned over to the
City of Ithaca. Thereafter the City shall hold Cornell harmless from liability connected
with the Safety Barrier.
5. The City of Ithaca shall take sole ownership of the Safety Barrier after the Safety
Barrier is accepted by the City.
Extensive discussion followed on the floor with Common Council members sharing their
thoughts regarding the lack of city resources to manage and protect the natural areas,
the sense of personal responsibility that people must have when interacting with nature,
the city’s many parks, trails, and natural areas that are open to the public, the dangers
of this particular location and the temporary nature of this solution, long-term safety
improvements that are needed, the physical and mental benefits that natural areas
provide to people, emergency responder safety, and the educational tools needed to
inform people who are not familiar with the area of hidden dangers.
Amending Resolution
By Alderperson Brock: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
RESOLVED, That the following Whereas clause be added to the Resolution:
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“WHEREAS, Ezra's Tunnel is an important relic of the industrial history of Ithaca and of
the many contributions that Ezra Cornell made to the City, and whereas the gorge is a
place of profound natural beauty worthy of respect and protection;” and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the following clause be added to the terms of the MOU with Cornell
University:
“6. The City of Ithaca shall retain the discretion and authority to open and/or
remove the proposed Safety Barrier”, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the following Resolved Clauses be added to the Resolution:
“RESOLVED, That Common Council establishes that the Safety Barrier is to be a
temporary structure, and be it further
RESOLVED, That Common Council will ask the Parks, Recreation and Natural
Resources Commission to establish an ad hoc working group to study Ezra’s Tunnel
and associated areas of the Ithaca Falls Park for the purpose of reestablishing public
access to the area and opening of the safety barrier and recommend (a) signage to
note the historic significance of the site b) signage to educate the public of the hazards
of the site c) a plan to manage and monitor the area should it be re-opened to the public
and d) structural improvements to Ezra’s Tunnel and its access path, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That this group will report to the Commission and Common Council within
24 months of the construction of the gate.”
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the intended use and the design of the gate,
the current behaviors occurring in that area, and the idea of forwarding this issue to the
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission (PRNR).
Alderperson Brock suggested that this Resolution be sent back to committee so a
proper strategy could be developed to properly manage this area, allowing the gate to
only be closed due to weather conditions.
Alderperson Smith stated that he would accept this legislation as written and have the
PRNR Commission work on the path forward.
A vote on the Amending Resolution resulted as follows:
Ayes (3) Brock, McGonigal, Nguyen
Nays (6) Murtagh, Gearhart, Fleming, Smith, Kerslick, Mohlenhoff
Failed (3-6)
Amending Resolution:
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith
RESOLVED, That the following Resolved Clause be added to the Resolution:
“RESOLVED, That the Common Council supports exploration of re-establishing public
access to Western Ithaca Falls Park and charges the Parks, Recreation and Natural
Resources Commission to pursue this issue and make a recommendation to Council”
Ayes (8) Brock, Nguyen, Murtagh, Gearhart, Fleming, Smith Kerslick,
Mohlenhoff
Nays (1) McGonigal
Carried (8-1)
Amending Resolution:
By Alderperson Fleming: Seconded by Alderperson McGonigal
RESOLVED, That the following Whereas Clause be added to the Resolution:
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“WHEREAS, Ezra's Tunnel is an important relic of the industrial history of Ithaca and of
the many contributions that Ezra Cornell made to the City, and whereas the gorge is a
place of profound natural beauty worthy of respect and protection; and,”
Carried Unanimously
Amending Resolution:
By Alderperson Brock: Seconded by Alderperson McGonigal
RESOLVED, That the following term be added to the MOU with Cornell University:
“6. The City of Ithaca shall retain the discretion and authority to open and/or remove the
proposed Safety Barrier”
Ayes (8) Brock, McGonigal, Nguyen, Murtagh, Gearhart, Fleming, Smith, Kerslick
Nays (1) Mohlenhoff
Carried (8-1)
Motion to Table:
By Alderperson McGonigal: Seconded by Alderperson Brock
RESOLVED, That this issue be tabled pending further discussion.
Ayes (3) Brock, McGonigal, Nguyen
Nays (6) Murtagh, Gearhart, Fleming, Smith, Kerslick, Mohlenhoff
Failed (3-6)
Main Motion as Amended
A vote on the Main Motion as Amended resulted as follows:
Ayes (6) Murtagh, Gearhart, Fleming, Smith, Kerslick, Mohlenhoff
Nays (3) Brock McGonigal, Nguyen
Carried (6-3)
9.6 Resolution to Approve Creative Bike Rack Designs for Fabrication and
Installation
By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson Smith
WHEREAS, in the spring of 2017, the Downtown Ithaca Alliance, in partnership with the
City of Ithaca and Tompkins County held a call for submissions for creative bike rack
designs; and
WHEREAS, a design review board composed of bicycle advocates, the City’s Public Art
Commission (PAC) and other community members worked with the Downtown Ithaca
Alliance and were responsible for selecting the winning designs; and
WHEREAS, Plan Ithaca, the City’s comprehensive plan, identifies public art as an
important cultural resource that contributes to quality of life and economic vitality and
calls for the City’s continued support of public art (see Cultural Resources); and
WHEREAS, designs were judged on functionality, artistic innovation and creativity; and
WHEREAS, there were 79 submissions of which 13 were chosen for fabrication; and
WHEREAS, the PAC held a public comment period for the proposals through
notification of surrounding property owners of all thirteen locations; and
WHEREAS, the public comments were discussed by members of the PAC on June 22,
2017; and
WHEREAS, after reviewing public comment, the PAC voted unanimously to recommend
the bike racks and their locations be considered for approval by the Common Council;
and
WHEREAS, according to the project sponsor, the racks will be donated and become the
property of the City; and
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WHEREAS, on July 12, 2017, the Planning Committee approved the design, fabrication,
and installation of thirteen bike racks, in the locations proposed, as recommended by
the Public Art Commission, pending approval by the Board of Public Works; and
WHEREAS, on September 25, 2017, the Board of Public Works reviewed and approved
the design, fabrication, and installation of thirteen bike racks, in the locations proposed;
now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council approves the design, fabrication,
and installation of thirteen bike racks, in the locations proposed, as recommended by
the Public Art Commission and attached to this resolution.
Alderperson Nguyen stated that although one person has spoken in opposition to this
legislation, the Public Art Commission supports it. He noted that these are not the most
useful type of bike rack but more racks are needed throughout the City, so he
enthusiastically supports this initiative.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
CITY ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
8.7 Youth Bureau – Renewal of Recreation Partnership Contract - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Kerslick
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has been both a member and provider of services for the
Intermunicipal Recreation Partnership for more than 20 years; and
WHEREAS, The Intermunicipal Recreation Partnership has demonstrated a successful
approach to shared services that provides recreation and leisure programming for
thousands of youth at accessible fees for member municipalities; and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Youth Bureau strongly encourages the City to continue to be a
member and provider of the Intermunicipal Recreation Partnership for a new five year
contract term 2018 – 2022; and
WHEREAS, the City Attorney has reviewed and approved the Intermunicipal Recreation
Partnership Contract for the five year term; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council approves the Recreation Partnership contract for
2018 – 2022.
Alderperson Brock inquired about the lack of participation by the Village of Cayuga
Heights. Alderperson Mohlenhoff explained that the Village of Cayuga Heights is part of
the Town of Ithaca and is included indirectly through the Town.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
10.1 Department of Public Works – Water and Sewer - Amendment to Personnel
Roster – Plumbing Inspector - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Kerslick
WHEREAS, the Water and Sewer Division anticipates that a vacancy in the position of
Chief Inspector of Plumbing will occur in 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Inspector of Plumbing is a specialized position that requires
significant training both in the office and in the field; and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Department of Public Works Water and Sewer Division
has budgeted to provide for an overlapping position in both the 2017 and proposed
2018 budget; and
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WHEREAS, the Water and Sewer Division recommends the position be filled a
minimum of nine (9) months in advance of the actual vacancy to allow for adequate
training and a smooth transition; and
WHEREAS, the overlapping position will have the title of Plumbing Inspector to be
consistent with Building Division titles, and will reside in the Building Division, but will
essentially have the same job description as the Chief Inspector of Plumbing; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Inspector of Plumbing’s responsibilities will be transferred to the
Plumbing Inspector in the City Building Division upon the retirement of the Chief
Inspector of Plumbing; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Personnel Roster of the City Building Division be amended as
follows:
Add: One (1) Plumbing Inspector
; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That upon the retirement of the current Chief Inspector of Plumbing, the
position vacated through retirement shall be abolished effective on the employee's
retirement date; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That funding for this position will be allocated 40% from account F8313
and 60% from account G8113.
Alderperson Brock questioned why the position was being removed from the Water &
Sewer Division. Alderperson Mohlenhoff explained that the position originated in the
Building Department. Having it return to the Building Division would allow for
consistency in building inspections. Assistant Superintendent of Water & Sewer
Whitney and Director of Code Enforcement Niechwiadowicz are supportive of this
change as the work is related to code enforcement and no one else in the Water &
Sewer Division performs this type of work.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
10.2 Department of Public Works – West State/Martin Luther King Jr. Street
Corridor Enhancements - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
WHEREAS, on September 6, 2017, Common Council approved a resolution authorizing
funding for Capital Project #790, West Martin Luther King Jr. Street Corridor
Enhancements , P.I.N. 395050 (the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works, acting as the lead agency, declared on May 8,
2017, that the project would not have a significant negative environmental impact, in
accordance with the City Environmental Quality Review Ordinance and the New York
State Environmental Quality Review Act; and
WHEREAS, as a part of the funding authorization, Common Council directed the Board
of Public Works to reconsider a component of the project, namely the signalization of a
mid-block pedestrian crosswalk; and
WHEREAS, on October 23, 2017 and November 13, 2017, the Board of Public Works
discussed the benefits and costs of the mid-block signal, including considerations for
pedestrians, motorists, ownership and maintenance costs to the City, and the flexibility
to include signalization now compared to adding it in the future; and
WHEREAS, on November 13, 2017, the Board of Public Works supported a resolution
recommending to Common Council to keep the mid-block signalized crossing in the
project but had no quorum to vote; now, therefore be it
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RESOLVED, That Common Council approves the mid-block signal as a component of
this Project and appreciates the time and reconsideration by the Board of Public Works.
Extensive discussion followed on the floor regarding the proposed mid-block crossing,
vehicular traffic volumes, pedestrian safety, and the proposed center curbed island.
Amending Resolution
By Alderperson McGonigal: Seconded by Alderperson Brock
RESOLVED, That the proposed center curbed pedestrian island be removed from the
design.
Discussion followed on the use of the island as a traffic calming measure and a
pedestrian safety feature. It was recommended that the island be minimized.
A vote on the Amending Resolution resulted as follows:
Ayes (2) Brock, McGonigal
Nays (7) Nguyen, Murtagh, Gearhart, Fleming, Smith, Kerslick,
Mohlenhoff
Failed (2-7)
Further discussion followed regarding the traffic signal at Floral Avenue and State Street
and pedestrian signal activations.
Main Motion
A vote on the Main Motion resulted as follows:
Ayes (7) Nguyen, Murtagh, Gearhart, Fleming, Smith, Kerslick, Mohlenhoff
Nays (2) McGonigal, Brock
Carried (7-2)
Motion to Extend the Meeting
By Alderperson Smith: Seconded by Brock
RESOLVED, That the meeting be extended by 30 minutes to conclude business.
Ayes (7) Brock, Nguyen, Murtagh, Gearhart, Fleming, Kerslick, Mohlenhoff
Nays (2) McGonigal, Smith
Carried (7-2)
10.3 City Attorney – Authorization to Share Proceeds from Any Future Sale of
“TCAT Parcel” - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Kerslick
WHEREAS, on October 9, 1991, the City, County, Cornell University and Gadabout
entered into a Regional Transit Facility Construction and Operation Agreement to
establish general terms for ownership, construction and operation of the newly forming
Tompkins Consolidated Area Treat (TCAT) facility; and
WHEREAS, in such agreement, the City agreed to provide a site of approximately two
acres, on which TCAT presently sits, with a right-of-way, to the south and two
easements to the north of the TCAT parcel; and
WHEREAS, upon execution of the agreement and completion of the facility, the City
agreed to convey one-half of its right, title and interest in the TCAT parcel including any
improvements, appurtenances, easements and rights-of-way to itself and the County,
with each owning a one-half interest in the property and facility; and
WHEREAS, such conveyance was never completed, and would today present
substantial impediments in the form of zoning restrictions on subdividing the TCAT
parcel from the greater City-owned parcel; and
WHEREAS, City and County staff have expressed support for execution of an
agreement creating a joint stake in the proceeds of any future sale of the TCAT parcel,
and the County is currently seeking approval from its legislature to execute such an
agreement; now, therefore be it
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RESOLVED, That the Common Council authorizes the Mayor, upon consultation with
the City Attorney, to execute a memorandum of understanding containing terms
substantially similar to those of the attached agreement concerning the division of
proceeds from any future conveyance of the TCAT parcel.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding language changes Tompkins County has
requested to the Memorandum of Understanding related to terms of the use of the
property.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
10.4 Adoption of “Rules of Procedure for City of Ithaca Advisory Commissions”
- Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson
WHEREAS, on July 5, 2017, the City of Ithaca Common Council passed an ordinance
to add a Chapter 8, entitled “Advisory Commissions” to the City of Ithaca Municipal
Code that established four new Advisory Commissions; and
WHEREAS, section 8-9(A) of such Chapter empowers the Common Council to, by
resolution, adopt rules and procedures for the Advisory Commissions; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council finds it desirous to create such rules of procedure to
guide the Commissions’ membership and meetings as is required to conduct the
business of the Commissions; and
WHEREAS, the City Clerk and other members of City staff, in consultation with
members of Common Council, have developed an updated application process for the
public to volunteer to participate in the advisory bodies of the City of Ithaca that will
better streamline the application process and make the application process more
accessible to the public; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED that Common Council hereby approves the new volunteer application
process developed by the City Clerk and adopts the “Rules of Procedure for City of
Ithaca Advisory Commissions” dated December 6, 2017, pursuant to section 8-9(A) of
the City Code.
Alderperson Mohlenhoff noted the changes made to the meeting schedules: the Public
Safety and Information Commission will meet on the 1st Monday of the month and the
Board of Public Works is moving to the 3rd Tuesday of the month. All meetings start at
6:00 pm.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
10.5 City Controller’s Report
City Controller Thayer reported on the following:
Sales tax is running approximately 4.5% above budgeted figures
Overtime: $1.3 million has been spent to date - $974,000 was budgeted
Building Permit revenue is running $125,000 below budget
Housing inspections: $106,000 has been collected – $234,000 was budgeted
Parking revenues are meeting budget projections at $2.7 million – expenses are
over budget due to aging and failing equipment.
Mortgage tax revenue is over budget
Fine revenue is under budget due to the suspension of odd/even parking
regulations
Pension liability payment of $4.7 million, due on February 1st, can be paid early
for a $40,000 discount
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INDIVIDUAL MEMBER – FILED RESOLUTIONS:
13.1 Alderperson Kerslick - Ithaca City Apartments Housing Development Fund
Corporation (“ICAHDFC”) – Waive and Subordinate City of Ithaca’s Option to
reacquire First Street Property – Resolution
By Alderperson Kerslick: Seconded by Alderperson Nguyen
WHEREAS, Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (“INHS”) is the owner and
developer of an affordable housing project located at scattered sites in the City of
Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York now known as Ithaca City Apartments (the
“Project”); and
WHEREAS, the Project was previously known as the INHS Affordable Housing
Scattered Site Preservation project; and
WHEREAS, the Project includes, but is not limited to, those certain existing units of
affordable housing located in 14 buildings situate at First Street (SBL# 25.-3-1.1) (the
“Property”); and
WHEREAS, INHS acquired title to the Property from Mutual Housing Association of
Tompkins County, Inc. by deed dated January 3, 2013 and recorded in the Tompkins
County Clerk’s Office on January 17, 2013 as Instrument #2013-00808; and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca (“City”) previously waived and subordinated its right of
first refusal over the Property (the “ROFR”) by a resolution adopted by the Common
Council of the City on October 20, 2011 and recorded in the Tompkins County Clerk’s
Office on January 17, 2013 as Instrument #2013-00804; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of the financing of the redevelopment of the Project, the
continuing operation of the Project as affordable housing, and the rehabilitation of the
Property (the “Current Transactions”), which Current Transactions shall include, but are
not limited to, the issuance of tax exempt bonds and syndication of low-income housing
tax credits, INHS has formed ICAHDFC, a New York housing development fund
corporation, for the purposes of holding the record title to the Project and is its sole
sponsor; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of the Current Transactions, INHS desires to convey its fee
interest in the Property to ICAHDFC; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of the Current Transactions, INHS has caused the formation
of Ithaca City Apartments, LLC, a New York limited liability company (the “Company”
and together with INHS and ICAHDFC, the “Requesting Parties”) to hold the beneficial
interest in the Project and the Property and will be the managing member of the
managing member of the Company; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of the Current Transactions, ICAHDFC desires to convey the
beneficial interest in the Project and the Property to the Company, retaining for itself the
nominal fee title in the Project and the Property; and
WHEREAS, INHS now requests that City waive its ROFR to reacquire the Property in
connection with the conveyance by INHS to ICAHDFC, the conveyance by ICAHDFC to
the Company, and in any future conveyance by either ICAHDFC, the Company and/or
INHS provided that INHS retains day to day control of the Property (collectively, the
“Permitted Conveyances”); and
WHEREAS, the Requesting Parties now request that City subordinate the ROFR to one
or more mortgage liens and/or security securing the interests of any lender/bond
purchaser of the Property in furtherance of the Current Transactions and Permitted
Conveyances; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That in order to induce the Requesting Parties to acquire the Property
pursuant to the Permitted Conveyances, City hereby agrees to waive its ROFR with
respect to the Permitted Conveyances; and, be it further
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RESOLVED, That City agrees to subordinate its ROFR to any mortgage or other lien
and/or security interest in the Property in connection with the Current Transactions or in
the future provided that INHS retains day to day control of the Property; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That the Mayor, upon the advice of City Attorney, is hereby authorized to
execute all necessary and appropriate documents to implement these resolutions,
including, but not limited to, a subordination agreement.
Alderperson Kerslick explained the history of this transaction and the urgency to adopt it
before the tax reform bill becomes effective and this funding path is eliminated.
Discussion followed regarding the Right of First Refusal language that was included in
the original Mutual Housing Association agreement, and the creation of the for-profit
entity in order to secure tax credit financing.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS:
14.1 Appointment of Police Chief – Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith
RESOLVED, That Deputy Chief Peter Tyler be and hereby is appointed to the position
of Chief of Police, effective December 4, 2017 at an annual salary of $116,726.
Carried Unanimously
14.2 Recommendations to Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit Board –
Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Kerslick
RESOLVED, That Common Council recommends that Ducson Nguyen be re-elected as
a Director of the Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit Board with a term to expire
December 31, 2020.
Carried Unanimously
14.3 Appointments to Housing Board of Review – Resolution
By Alderperson Kerslick: Seconded by Alderperson Mohlenhoff
RESOLVED, That David Wahl be appointed to the Housing Board of Review to fill a
vacancy with a term to expire December 31, 2018; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That Brian Grout be appointed to the Housing Board of Review to fill a
vacancy with a term to expire December 31, 2020.
Carried Unanimously
REPORTS OF COMMON COUNCIL LIAISONS:
Tompkins County Legislature
Alderperson McGonigal reported that Katie Borgella has been appointed as Tompkins
County’s Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability.
Advisory Committees
Alderperson Nguyen reported that the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Council will be
holding their last celebratory meeting soon. Alderperson Gearhart noted that the
Commons Advisory Board, Board of Fire Commissioners, and the Public Art
Commission will all be holding their final meetings in the next couple of weeks.
MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS:
18.1 Approval of the October 4, 2017 Common Council Meeting Minutes –
Resolution:
By Alderperson Smith: Seconded by Alderperson Mohlenhoff
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the October 4, 2017 Common Council Meeting be
approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
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18.2 Approval of the November 1, 2017 Common Council Meeting Minutes –
Resolution
Approval of the November 1, 2017 Common Council Meeting minutes was deferred to
January, 2018.
18.3 Approval of the October 2017 Common Council Budget Meeting Minutes –
Resolution
By Alderperson Smith: Seconded by Alderperson Mohlenhoff
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the October 2017 Common Council Budget Meetings
be approved as published.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the October 12, 2017 budget meeting
minutes. Approval of those minutes will be deferred to the January meeting to allow for
further review.
A vote on the remaining sets of minutes resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
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Julie Conley Holcomb, CMC Svante L. Myrick
City Clerk Mayor