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STEARNS & WHELER PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo :
RESOLVED, that vouchers in today's audit in
Stearns & Wheler, consulting engineers, for
struction of the Vacuum Filtration Facility
seconded by Comm. McGee `WW .Oji /%4‘
the amounts of $918.40 and $348.40, payable to
engineering services and supervision of con-
project,be approved and oi. red paid. C-.rried.
J71 R. HALL PAYMENT: RESOLVED, that estimate #1 of John R. Hall, Inc., in:the
arrc .it cf $ 3,235.00 for contract work completed on the Vacuum tra �o 6 Faci' i ty
pt.Lhe Sewage Treatment Plant to date be approved for payment. • ' arr.ped.
J. R. HALL, PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Putney "WA).
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $19,665.00, payable
to J. R. Hall, Inc., as its 2nd estimate for contract work completed to date as general
contractor on the Vacuum Filtration Facility at the Sewage Treatment Plant be approved
for payment. Carried.
J. R. HALL, PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Leary ` eA, , t y , t 9‘ (e
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $14,310.00, payable
to J. R. Hall, Inc., as its third estimate for contract work completed on the Vacuum
Filtration Facility at the Sewage Treatment Plant be approved for payment. Carried.
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UATER PAYMENT DEPOSITS: The controller reported th due to flood control it wos a :✓;
able to set up a bank account to hold water payment deposits in escrow until s!::h a time
as they could be cleared. r -///7
By Alderman Stallman: seconded by Alderman Clynes
RESOLVED, that the Controller be authorized to open a bank account for the pur;;:;-.
holding water payment deposits in escrow for persons displaced in the Flc„<-.1 A•: :.
area as a result of the flood control project. Carried.
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n' `"' ?ATPvf?NT PLAT SALE: The Clerk read a letter from H.B. Dates, Chairman of the
Tompkins County Sewer Agency, requesting whether or not the City would be willing to
sell its present sewage treatment facilities to the County Sewer Agency.
Ey Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. McGee
IFSOLVED, that the request be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for study and
report.
l i 14: V Carried.
SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT -SALE: Comm. yngo reported that the Boara had studied e're-
quest of Tompkins County Sewer Agency received at the last meeting and did not recommend
the sale of the city's sewage treatment facilities to the County Sewer Agency at this
time.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works advise the Common Council that:
1. It is keenly aware of the need for intergovernmental cooperation in water
pollution control and other items of area wide concern and that it constantly seeks
ways of improving existing cooperative agreements.
2. The report of the Agency's Consultant does not recommend either for or against
the sale of the city's facilities to the Agency. The report states that there is no
distinct advantage in either solution and that a decision must be left to the political
policies of the governments involved.
3. The report of the Agency's Consultant shows that for the foreseeable future there
is no apparent economic advantage to be had either by city residents or residents of
the presently connected service areas outside the city from such a sale. '! '6;k-
4. The Agency does not now have the technical or administrative experience to qualify
it to take on the enormous task of treating the sewage of the presently connected
population.
5. The Board of Public Works is always ready to negotiate matters of rate structure
with areas outside the city with the view that the most equitable determination of
rates may be made.
6. In view of the foregoing the Board of Public Works does not at this time recommend
the sale of city owned sewage treatment facilities to the County Sewer Agency.
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Carried.
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CODE AMENDMENT "WATER PENALTIES: By Comm. YeAgo: seconded by Comm. Alo
, t at C apter 2 , Article 1, Sec. 23-12 of the Code of Ordinances of the City
of Ithaca, New York be amended to read as follows:
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Sec. 23-12. Charges are net charges; due date; penalty for late payment.
Charges for water and sewer services shall be net charges, due and payable on or before
the fifteenth day of the month following the month for which the charge is made, except
that charges for such services to governmental agencies shall be net charges, due and
payable on or before the thirtieth day of the month following the month for which the
charge is made. In the event a bill for water and sewer services be not paid on or
before said dates, a penalty in the amount of ten per. cent (1O%) of the bill shall be
added thereto and paid therewith. Failure to receive such bill shall not excuse
nonpayment thereof, nor shall it operate as a waiver of the penalty herein prescribed.
Effective upon publication.
AYES: 6
NAYS: 0
/ i! ' Carried and approved by the Mayor.
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SEWER RATES: Comm. Yengo reported that the Board by resolution of December 8, 1965,
revised its Sewer and Water rates schedule by providing for quantities in excess of
100,000 cif,,,f'. and by letter of December 22, established an agreement with Cornell
,University fd.r t ,special handling of its sewer rates. . n order to clear up a mis-
understanding and to establish a basis on which sewer cha ge-B.to Cornell University will
't.S.bpe made, he offered the following resolution.
$r Comm:-rengo seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, tli4t, it is the intention of thisjlOard that the sewer rates for the entire
-first twenty rid Ilion cu. ft. treated for' hell University will be 14¢ per 100 cu. ft.
This resolution is not intended to other a revise the method of computing the sewer
and wIter rates that were adopted December 8, 1965. •
Carried.
WATER & SEWER SERVICE INSTALLATION CHARGES: Asst. Supt. Hannan requested a revision of
unit charges for installation of water and sewer services, approved by the Board in
1553, in accordance with the following schedule:
3/4 inch water service
1 inch water service
4 inch sewer service
:/4 inch water service placed
in same trench with 4" sewer
1 inch water service placed in same
trench with 4" sewer
Py Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. '1cGee
RECCLVED, that the request for an increase in the foregoing water and sewer service
charges be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for stud a d report.
�l' rrled.
Current Rate
$4.75
5.85
5.50
9.25
9.75
Proposed Rate
$5.75 per foot
6.85 per foot
5.50 per foot
(no change)
10.25 per foot
10.75 per foot
WATER & SEWER SERVICE CHARGES: Comm. Yengo recommends approval of increased unit charges
for the installation of water and sewer services which were recommended to the Board at
its last meeting by Assistant Superintendent Hannan.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Alo i /(/// 9 (, 6
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves and adopts the following unit charges for the
installation of water and sewer services:
3/4 inch water service
1 inch water service
4 inch sewer service
3/4 inch water service placed in
same trench with 4" sewer
1 inch water service placed in
same trench with 4" sewer
$5.75 per foot
6.85 per foot
5.50 per foot (no change)
10.25 per foot
10.75 per foot Carried.
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LANSING WATER DISTRICT CONTRACT -:---Comm. Alo read a letter from Robert I. Williamson,
Attorney for the Town of Lansing, stating that the Town intends to enter into a contract
with the City to supply water to Lansing Water District #1 for a period of twelve months.
His letter further stipulated the following: _
1) The Town will pay to the City for the construction of an interconnection on a cost-
plus basis and will make payment for the work immediately upon completion of its
construction.
2) The extent to which water will be..supplied for the District will be under the control
of the City Superintendent.
3) The contract for the water to be furnished will be in accordance with the standard
trluy itBy
__contract used
secondedbComm.Smh
RESOLVED, that the Department of Public Works be authorized to proceed at once with the
installation of an interconnection with the Lansing Water District No. 1 water system
in accordance with designs and plans approved by the Superintendent and, when completed,
to supply_ water to said District in accordance with the standard rate schedules.
2) That, by the adoption of this resolution, it is not the intent of the Board to
authorize any interconnection with the system of the Lansing Water Works Corporation
3) That the Superintendent hereby is directed specifically that the interconnection
with the system of Lansing Water District No. 1 shall be made in a manner which
physically will preclude the unauthorized use of city water in the mains of Lansing
Water Worms- Corpc'-ation, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be directed to prepare a contract for
the supply of water to Lansing Water District No. 1 and submit it at the next regular
meeting of this Board for its approval..
r t"-, �.3 Carried.
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TOWN OF DRYDEN - WATER & SEWER SERVICES: The Clerk read a letter from the Town of
Dryden expressing its desire to enter into a contract with the City to supply water
to Dryden Water District #1 (Varna). He read another letter from the Town indicating
its intention to form a Sewer District for the area and expressing its desire to enter
into a contract with the City to furnish sewer service to this area.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that both of these requests be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for
study and report. Carried.
TOWN OF DRYDEN WATER SERVICE: By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby assures the Town of Dryden that the City will furnish
water to its proposed Water District and that the Assistant Superintendent be authorized
to guide and work with Town of Dryden representatives within the framework of the ground
rules established by the Board of Public Works on May 12, 1965.
Carried.
TOWN OF DRYDEN WATER DISTRICT AGREEMENT: Comm. Yengo recommended approval of a standard
form water agreement between the city and the Town of Dryden for a term of twenty years.
He noted that the Board had approved the furnishing of water to this district on March
23, 1966, that Assistant Superintendent Hannan had reviewed the agreement and recommended
its approval, and that the Town of Dryden had approved it.
By Comm Yengo : seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the standard contract for water services between the City of Ithaca and
the Town of Dryden, dated November 9, 1966, be and it hereby is approved; and that the
Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and execute it on behalf of the City. Carried.
TOWN OF LANSING WATER SERVICE
Lansing requesting additional
Schoenfeld apartments and the
plaza. It was estimated that
day.
By Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that
The Superintendent read a communication from the Town of
temporary water service to its Water District No.1 to serve the
new theatre under construction at the Triphammer shopping
these two users would require a total of 18,000 gallons per
: seconded by Comm. Yengo
the request be referred to the plater
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& Sewer Committee for study and report.
Carried.
TOWN OF LANSING WATER SERVICE: By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary /1/r66
RESOLVED, that a request received from the Town of Lansing for additional temporary water
service on Sheraton Drive in its Water District #1 to furnish water to the Theatre and
Garden Apartments now being constructed there, be denied because the Board has determined
that such additional water cannot be furnished as requested without jeopardizing service
to the City's present customers outside the city in the Cayuga Heights, Northeast and
Lansing District No. 1 areas. Carried.
TOWN OF LANSING WATER DISTRICT CONTRACT: Comm. Yengo presented a proposed contract be-
tween the City of Ithaca and the Town of Lansing whereby the City agreed to provide
water to the Lansing Water District #1 for distribution in the Triphammer Shopping Area
for one year from date thereof. He advised it was the standard contract used for pro-
viding water service to other districts outside the City and he recommended its approval.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the contract between the City and the Town of
Lansing for water service to Lansing Water District #1; and that the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to sign and execute it on behalf of the City, under its Corporate
Seal.
Carried.
STEEL SHEETING RENTAL: Assistant Superintendent Hannan reported he would need about 165
tons of steel sheeting and bracing to be used in relocating wAter and sewer lines in
the flood control project arca so that the State can proceed this Fall with construction
of a new bridge on West State Street. He felt this was an emergency situation because
the State plans to award the bridge contract in October but will not do so until the
City relocates its water and sewer lines. He advised the Board he had received quotations
from two leading firms in this field and he recommended that this equipment be rented from
R. C. Stanhope, Inc.,c` N'w York at a monthly rental of $ 9,000.00 for the first month
and $900.00 per month thereafter as needed, without advertising for Bids thereon.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
WHEREAS, Assistant Superintendent Hannan has certified the urgent and immediate need of
obtaining about 165 tons of steel sheeting and bracing to relocate water and sewer lines
in the Flood Control Project area, and
WHEREAS, the Board concurs with Mir. Hannan and declares this to be an emergency situation
requiring immediate action, and
UHEREAS, it is the sense of this Board that no benefit, financial or otherwise, would
accrue to the City by reason of the delay caused in advertising for
equipment,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Assistant Superintendent of Public
he hereby is authorized to rent the necessary steel sheeting and bracing,
extractor, hose, etc., from R. C. Stanhope, Inc., at an estimated cost of
the first month (minimum rate) and $900.00 per month thereafter as needed
Vii,
formality of advertising for bids thereon. (�
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bids on rent of the
AYES: 5
NAYS: 0
Works be and
including hammer,
$9,000.00 for
without the
Unanimously carried and approved
by the Mayor
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NORTON ELECTRIC COMPANY ESTIMATE #1: Comm. Yengo recommended approval of estimate #1
in the amount of $6,939.00 presented by Norton Electric Company for electrical work
completed on VanAtta Pumping Station. It had been checked and certified for payment by
the Superintendent.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $6,939.00, payable
to Norton Electric Company, for contract work completed on VanAtta Pumping Station be
approved for payment as recommended by the Superintendent.
/e,� £arried.
NORTON ELECTRIC CO. PAYMENT: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $4,288.50, payable to
Norton Electric Co., for contract work completed on VanAtta"s pumping station be
approved for payment. �``!,•� .`,
„ Carried.
CHANCE ORDER: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that a Change Order in the amount of $3,220.00 be authorized in the electrical
contract for the VanMatta Pumping Station to revise the existing wiring to meet the
design of the wiring in the new station.
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NORTON ELECTRIC COMPANY PAYMENT: Comm. Yengo presented the third estimate for payment
received frcm Norton Electric Company in the amount of $4,500.00 for its contract
work completed on the pumping station and recommended its ap,,roval for payment.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $4,500.00, payable
to Norton Electric Company, for its contract work completed on VanNatta's Water Pumping
Station ba .7pproied for payment. Carried.
NORTON ELECTRIC COMPANY '4YMENT: By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Putney -SP-14-44
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RtSGLLLD, that the lith estimate of Norton Electric Company, in the amount of $5,130.00
for electrical work completed under its contract for VanNatta Water be
approved for payr,:e-nt. Carried.
Pumping Station
NORTON ELECTRIC COMPANY CONTRACT: The Clerk read a letter from Nussbaumer & Clarke
recomm'iding a 45 -day extension of time for Norton Electric Company on its contract.
By Com::. Yengo : seconded by Comm. McGee (9 Cj 6,)' 9
RESOLV ), th-t the completion date provided in Norton Electric Company's contract for
electro•:al H.nnrk on the pumping station be extended 45 days as recommended by the consult-
ing en,.;ineer. Carried.
NORTON !-LECTP C COMPANY :"'.TENT: By Ccmm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLV.LJ, t;1.t a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $27,000.00, payable
to Nort;:i Elec ric Company, being estimate #5 for its cortraact work completed on the Watcr
Pumping Station, b- pproved for payment. ©rte. �� 1 " Carried.
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NORTON ELECTRIC COMPANY PAYMENT: Dy Comm. Putney : seconded by Calm. McGee
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $17,846.10, payable
to Norton Electric Company, as its 6th estimate for contract work c mpleted to date on
VanNatta's Water Pumping Station, be approved for ii'y l ���
P� 9 PP payment.` 'C`arr€'ed.
CHRISTOPHER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. McGee oc
RESOLVED, that vouchers in today's audit, payable to Christopher Construction Company,
being estimates 9 and 10 for contract work completed on VanNatta Pumping Station in the
amounts of $9,R65.75 and $3,657.90 respectively be approved for payment. Carried.
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NUSSBAUMER & CLARK PAYMENTS: By Comm. Putney.: seconded by Comm. -McGee
RESOLED, that vouchers in todays audit, .payable to Mussbaumer & Clark, Inc.,, const#'j�t ng
engjneers,fbr eng;cer,ing servi`cs on the VanAtta water pumping station•'I�e approve�far
payment as follow
a) Final pians and extra copies ', $1511'.41.
b) For st:pervis`o cf electric contract 'Ci4`- $308.76.
x .-iQi'� A4.,r?nerel conVract "A" - $1,493.91.
o:J.iSBALMER & CLARKE pptwr Comm. Yengo recommended approval of an invoice in the
amount of $2,041.46 received from Nussbaumer & Clarke for inspection of construction
work on the pumping station.
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $2,041.46, payable
to Nussbaumer & Clarke, Inc., consulting engineers, for its inspection of construction
at the VanNatta Water Pumping Station be approved for payment. 0.4b� `l� le16
Carried.
Carried.
NUSSBAU ER € CLARKE PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo : seconc' c' by Comm. Smith c' / <,./ c �_
RESOLVE., th,n an invoice in today's audit, in the amount of $1,621.21, payable to Nuss-
baumer ; C14,<.� consulting engineers, for its insl:Lc~ion services of contract work on the
Va�►':�t: Pumping Station to date be approved for payment. Carried.
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: seconded by Comm. Alo respectively,
NUSSBAUMER, CLARKE & VELZY PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo2 1. 1 and $490.77
i amounts $271.31
for engineering services on
RESOLVED, that vouchers in today's aud�consulting engin of $ 7
payable to Nussbaumer, Clarke & Velzy, �� ��I � Ir!jb(,Carried.
the VanNatta Pumping Station be approved for payment.
HULL HEATING & PLUMBING CO. PAYMENT: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $1,915.20, payable to Hull
Heating & Plumbing Inc., for contract work completed in the VanNatta Pumping Station
be -approved for payment. 9(Ajci a-7) 1 q (, G
Carried.
HULL Hr;TING & PLUMBING COMPANY PAYMENT: By C( i. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLV:J, that a voucher in today's audit in 1,.1, total net amount of $5,21910,
to Hull Heating & Plumbing Company, being estinae #2 for its contractwork.
complettedlon
the wa':er pumping station be approved for payment. Carried. £� .2 , / V 6 G
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CHRISTOPHER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY'S 1ST. ESTIMATE: Comm. Yengo present-4066-recommend-
ed
resent nd-recommend-
ed approval for payment of the first estimate submitted by Christopher Construction.
Company in the total net amount of 537,530.00 for contract work completed to dat' 'on
,;;construction.°q the new `Water Pumping Station. He stated it had been approved by.. the
.consulting_e0lheer.
I3y.C,p a.... •engo : seconded by Comm. McGee
,RE tVt11i iat the voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $37,530.00 as
the first`emate on contract work completed to date by Christopher Construction
Company on7xnew Water Pumping Station be approved for payment.
'�� Carried.
VAT ATTA PUMPITTG STATIOiT: Comm. Yengo presented the second estimate for contract
work completed by the Christopher Construction Company on the VanAtta Pumping Station.
He advised that the estimate in the net amount of $22,797.00 had been approved by the
Consulting Engineers.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the 'voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $22,797.00 pay-
able to the Christopher Construction Company be approved for payment as recommended by
the consulting engineers.
13/a Carried.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that a voucher on today's audit in the amount of $31,806.00, being the third
estimate, and another voucher in the amount of $7,1+43.00, being the fourth estimate,
presented by the Christopher Construction Company for contract work completed to date
on the new VanAtta Pumping Station be and both hereby are approved for payment as
recommended by the consulting engineer.
Carried.
CHRISTOPHER CONSTRUCTION CO. PAYMENT: By Comm. utney: seconaea ay Leary
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $15,075.00, payable to
Christopher Construction Company, contract work completed on VanAtta's pumping
station be approved for payment. , :,\ Carried.
CHRISTOPHER CONSTRUCTION COMP[NY PAYMENT: Ry Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESGLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $31+,789.50, payable to
Christopher Construction Company, for contract work completed on the VanNatta Pumping
Station be approved for payment. e y 71J 46.6
Carried.
CHRISTOPHER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY PAYMENT: Comm. Yengo presented the seventh estimate for
paym.nt received from Christopher Construction Company in the amount of $33,030.00 and
recommended its approval for payment.
By Comm. Ycngo : seconded by Comm. McGree
RESC:_VED, t'nat voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $33,030.00 payable
to Christopher Construction Company, for contract woxk ompleted at VanNattals Water
Pumping Stc'11"4,2�ion be apprcved for paymen'11"4,2�Yi /` ("Carried.
CI'RISTOLNER C`IPANY - TIME EXTENSION: The Clerk read a letter from Nussbaumer & Clarke,
Inc., ccnsulting engineers, recommending th't Christopher Construction Company be granted
a 45 -day extersion of time for its contract work on the Water Pumping Station due to an un-
avoidabie del ', in receiving various equipment and component parts.
8,, Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Putney Sof - S2, /9 6, 6
R'>OLVED, that the completion date in the contract with Christopher Company for its work
or VanN;.,tta's 'dater Pumping Station be extended for 45 days from the completion of the
nE :essar; electrical insta 1ation for the testing of the mechanical equipment provided
ur 'er itf= contract. Carried.
C'RISTOi;1ER C ;JSTRUCTION COMPANY PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Putney
R SOLVE.., the': a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $21,603.75, payable
t Chri::tophe• Construction Company, its eighth estimate for contra work completed on
V �Natta's Watar Pumping Station, be approved for payment a'�/'carried.
VAN NATTA PUMPING STATION CHANGE ORDERS: Comm. Putney presented and recommended approval
of two changes on the general contract for the Pumping Station project. He advised that
extra work in the amount of $637.87 was required in connecting the .new station with
the No. 1 clear well; and that other extra work in the amount of $199.58 was required
to connect the existing 20" cast iron main with the solution well in the new station.
By Comm. Putney : seconded by Comm. McGee -//ut i,/9 •6
RESOLVED, that change order No. A-1,increasing Christopher Construction Company's
contract for general construction of VanNatta Pumping Station, be approved in the total
amount of $837.45 to cover the two aforementioned changes. Carried.
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NORTHERJV_ OUTS , cpMPANY PAYMENT: V i Cbe I nlan ecessaryytonapprove forthis
payment spetigl ane i nv �Cead
been called to take such action as may
r
rendered by Northern Lights ComYwork
ThecSuperintendentrelocation
reviewed acttonwater
takenand 5by the
lines in�the Flood Control project area. •p � from R. C.
Board on September 14th.,to rent steel sheeting and bracing for this ro ect o
Stanhope, Inc., without the formality of 6fddinq thereon because of an•emergency.
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'then informed the Board that the Assistant Superintendent had authorized the Northemn b'
Lights C'dmpany to furnish men and equipment to install this sheeting and
excavate t tes for
tter
water and se'Gier 1 fines`'• Lpthis project because
eforsofficial similar actonemandebecause of the lack of
had never come' to the Board~:i.; ,
such action the Controller had .eefused,to pay an invoice rendered by Northern Lights
Company in the amount of $11,705.00 for work on the project.
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. .Alo
WHEREAS, the State plans to proceed with tlae construction of .a new bridge on West
State Street in the immediate future, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works has already, by resolution dated September 14,
1966, authorized the renting of Steel Sheeting and bracing for the relocating of the
Water and Sewer Lines in this area, and
WHEREAS, it appears that the contract for the labor and equipment necessary to in-
stall the said sheeting and bracing and to excavate the trench for the Water and Sewer
lines has never been formally authorized by the Board of Public Works, and _
WHEREAS, The Superintendent estimates that if -Would take three to four months`
produce bidding documents and bid for this work, and and imm(ed1ate
WHEREAS, Assistant Superintendent Hannan has certified the urgency
need for the placing of the sheeting and the excavation necessary to relocate the Water
and Sewer lines in this area, and
WHEREAS, the Board concurrs with Mr. Hannan and declares this to be an emergency
situation requiring immediate action, and
WHEREAS, it is in a sense of `'vs Board that no benefit, financial or otherwise,
would accrue to the city by reason of the delay caused In advertising for bids for this
work,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Assistant Superintendent of Public Woks
be and he hereby is authorized to obtain the necessary equipment and laborfrom the-
Northern,Lights Bridge Company a ,.tlyesded ;for the installation of the _sheeting and
bracing and necessary excavati074 or the relocation of the Water and Sewer lines In
this areaof the Flood Control, }ect, without the formality of adva+rfiising for h'ds
thereon, .at the following unit "rates::
Pile Driver Foreman - $ 320 per week iti)°k 4
Pile Ruck - $270 per week
600 Cubic Foot Air Compressor with Operator at $440 per week
Crane with Operator and Oiler at $1,000 per week
Welding Machine at $100 per week
4" Pump (centrifugal) at $50 per week
AYES: 6
NAYS: 0
•lirinri•imousfy Carried.
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that estimate for payment No. 2 of the Northern Lights Bridge Company for fur-
nishing men and equipment for the installation of Steel Sheeting and bracing and the exca-
vation for Water and Sewer lines in connection with the Flood Control Project be approved
in the amount of $11,705 and ordered PAID. Carried.
The Controller requested that he be furnished a written opinion regarding payment cF,this
invoice due to the circumstances and the Attorney'agreed to furnish an opinion thereon
as requested.
NORTHERN LIGHTS COMPANY - RATES OF PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
lCEREAS, the Board, by resolution dated September 14, 1966, declared the relocation
of water and sewer lines in the Flood Control project area to be an emergency situation
requiring immediate action, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works, by resolution at a special meeting held November
30, 1966, approved the action of the Assistant Superintendent of Public Works whereby
he engaged the Northern Lights Bridge Company for the installation of sheeting and
bracing and for excavation for the relocation of water and sewer lines in the Flood
Control Project Area, and ?AP r96-(
WHEREAS, by this same resolution, the Board approved certain rates of remuneration
for the furnishing of said labor and equipment, and
WHEREAS, in the course of the work it has been necessary to augment these rates to
provide for the payment of overtime and for the hiring of additional items of equipment
and additional types of labor,
NOW THEREFORE DE IT RESOLVED, that the following schedule be adopted retroactively
as the basis of remuneration for the Northern Lights Bridge Company in its performance
on this project:
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Leary
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works by the previous resolution has established, re-
troactively, a schedule of rates for the payment to the Northern Lights Bridge Company
for men and equipment furnished for the excavation and installation of sheeting in con-
nection
nection with the Flood Control Project, and 'e a r / 16
WHEREAS, the said Northern Lights Bridge Company has performed certain work between
November 21 and December 9, for which the said overtime rates apply and for which it
has not been compensated,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board authorizes the payment of $645 in over-
time which has been earned by the Northern Lights Bridge Company and has not been pre-
viou�t•, gairi_
Carried.
Per Wk. Overtime
MEN 40 hrs. —� Per Hour
Foreman 5320/wk $17.00
Pile Duck 275 15.00
Comp. Operator 280 15.00
EQUIPMENT
30 Ton Crane $1000/wk
with Oper. & Oiler
Compressor - 600 C.F. 200/wk
Welding Machine 100/wk
Centrif. Pump 50/wk
Cutting Torch w/Gage & Hose 25/wk
MF Loader 90/day
Rent -a -John 9/wk
Trailer Office 0/wk
H. Piles ( Per Ton ) 5/per ton
$30.00
8.00
5.00
0
0
15.00
0
0
0
Carried.
NORTHERN LIGHTS BRIDGE COMPANY PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. McGee�
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $8,110.00, payable (
Northern Lights Bridge Company, for labor and materials furnished through December 9th for
the relocation of water and sewer mains in the flood control project area, in accordance
with a schedule of rates established for this work by the Coard, be approved for payment.
Carried.
NORTHE"J LIC; TS BRIDGE COMPANY PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLV.:D, th:t a voucher in today's audit in the total amount of $6,284.00, payable to
the Northern Lights Bridge Company, for furnishing equipment and labor for the construc-
tion of the :rater and sewer crossings for the Flq9d Control Project at the new bridge
on West Stat.,:Street be approved for payment. r-/ zc.,/ 9 (-Carried.
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PLUMBING INSPECTION FEES: Comm. Yengo reported that the Examining Board of Plumbers
had proposed a revision in the present schedule for plumbing inspection fees which
would require no charge for a plumbing'permit.for the replacement of four fixtures or
the addition of one new fixture and would require a flatrate of $1.00 for all new
fixtures to be requiredinspected rather an ththe; reseti; finishing scale:'
q,:.� z=
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary -"
RESOLVED, that the Schedule of Fees for P]um iris`' lection fdr�the City of Ithaca, N.Y.
as last approved by the Board, be changed tread as follows:
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Fees for Plumbing Inspections:
A. For -1'
0:1r new installat1
• One andThio-Family Dwellings
All other types of construction
Plus the following fees:
For each fixture
,For each permit for replacement of fixtures
Replacement of first :fill r. fixtures
Addition of one nex fixture
Replacement of more than four fixtures or addition of more than one fixture
Carried.
No -charge
No charge
shall be considered a new installation. `,14e,
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.'Gonlin'r`.Yengo reported that the Plumbing. Inspector had recommended that the Code be
arnende;. so tza' ` the fee for a plumbing permit. will. not be included with the fee for
b Tdii3fnit .., .
a
By Coumr. 'Ye*go : seconded by Comm. Elan
RESOLVED that the Board herebr':�
fists the•Cbmmozi Council to'amend the Building
Carried.
Code by deleting paragraph (e)* ,or Sec. 6-25 thereof.
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Stearns & Wheler payment (Vacuum Filter Facility) 1
John R. Hall payment (Vacuum Filter Facility) 1
Water payment deposits in escrow due to flood control project 2
Sewage Treatment Plant sale to County Sewer Agency not recommended 3
Code Amendment - Water Penalties 4
Water & Sewer service installation charges - revision 4
Lansing Water District Contract 5 & 6
Town of Dryden Water District 6
Town of Lansing Water District 6
Vinegar Hill Pumping Station; approval of land purchase 7
Expugements of water penalties 8
Steel sheeting rental - flood control project 9
Norton Electric Company payment - VanAtta Pumping Station 10
Christopher Construction Company payment - VanNatta Pumping Station 10
Nussbaumer & Clark payment - VanAtta Pumping Station 11
Hull Heating & Plumbing Co payment - VanNatta Pumping Station 11
Christopher Construction Company payment - VanAtta Pumping Station 12
Change Orders approved for VanAtta Pumping Station 13
Northern Lights Company payment - Flood Control Project 14 & 15
Plumbing Inspection fees - proposed revision 16
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FULTON STREET - STREET LIGHTS: Comm. McGee reported that the Mayor had recommended
additional street lighting be provided on Fulton Street to keep pace with new con-
struction in the west end area of the City.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes the removal of
street lights on Fulton Street and their replacement with
vapor units at an annual increase in cost of $500.00.
two 2,500 lumen mercury vapor
six new 20,000 lumen mercury
t`i.►. '(vo Carried.
EAGLES BUILDING LOT - STREET LIGHT: Comm. MAee reported that the Mayor and others
had requested installation of a street light in the parking lot adjacent to the Eagles
Building,
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that N.Y. State Electric & Gas Corp. be authorized to install a 20,000 lumen
mercury vapor lamp, to be connected to the present street light system, in the parking
lot adjacent to the Eagles Building at an increased cost of $93.50 per annum.
;./ /: Carried.
W'aSQ G ..Ef.'! STREET STREET LIGHT: By Comm. McGee : seconded by Comm. Leary
that N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corporation be authorized to install one 20,000
.1 curt' vapor street light on West Green Street adjacent to the corner of South
Mcg:: Street at an annual cost of $75.00. re/ 42, / Carried.
E. STATE STREET - STREET LIGHTS: Comm. McGee presentea-a proposal submitted by N.Y.S.
Electric & Gas Corp. to install twenty-five 20,000 lumen mercury vapor street lights on
E. State Street, between the Tuning Fork and Mitchell Street, to replace the present 24
lamps ranging in size from 6,000 to 15,000 lumens: The cost of the improved lighting
was quoted at $231.43 per annum.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
• RESOLVED, that N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp. be authorized to install twenty-five 20,000
lumen mercury vapor lamps on East State Street, between the Tuning Fork and Mitchell
Street, at 'an'.iditional annual cost of $231.43 in accordance with its proposal as
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TURNER PLACE STREET LIGHT: Comm. McGee presented a
light in the 400 block of Turner Street and Mayor Johns
for additional lights on Cascadilla Park.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that both of these requests be referred to the Highway Committee for study
and report.
Carried.
request for an additional street
reported receipt of a request
Carried.
TURNER PLACE & CASCADILLA PARK STREET LIGHTS: By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the request for an additional street light in the 400 block of Turner
Place and additional lights on Cascadilla Park, requested at the last meeting, be de-
ferred pending the results of the current street lighting survey now being made by
N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp.
Ci,, X7'4(
Carried.
STEWART PARK ENTRANCE LIGHTS: By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp. be authorized to install two post light
mercury vapor lamps on the ornamental stone columns at the entrance to Stewart Park
at an additional annual cost of $90.00 per annum; and that these lights be added to the
city's street lighting contract.
Carried.
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GILES STREET -. STREET LIGHT: The Clerk read a letter from Mrs. Dewey Bonner, 1004 Giles
Street, requesting installation of a street light on Giles Street, between Bridge and
State Street.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that Mrs. Bonner's request be referred to the Highway Committee for study and
report.
'(„&. Carried.
GILESTREET - STREET LIGHTS: Comm. McGee recommended approval of a request received
at the last meeting for additional street lighting on Giles Street. He advised N.•Y.S.
Electric & Gas Corp., after a study of the area, had recommended two 2,500 lumen lights.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp. be
street lights on Giles Street, between Bridge
cost to the City of $59.50.
authorized to install two 2,500 lumen
and State Streets, at an additional ann",n1
Carried.
PARK PLACE STREET LIGHT: Alderman Saccucci presented a request he had r
Mrs: Warren Lobdell for installation of a street light in the middle of
of Park Place, to correct very Dark conditions which exist in this area.
By .Comm. McGee: seconi#6d' by Commk,;;'Yengo•
RESOLVEfl, that the •request: for a .street 1 ight ',oil
Committee for study and report.
PARK PLACE STREET LIGHT': Comm. McGee recomme
ved Ju 8
k 400
By Comm. McGee: seconded; by e .. ..
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RESOLVED, that NY.S. EI tr-rc4 G49 orp be authorized' to ins[a14 one (1) 78000 lumen
mercury vapor street1 fight a'Th the 200 lig( 4c. of Park.*lace at an additional cost to'he
Park' Place *ie referred
additionals,�t,r,
„s•eet 1
;•1 ace in response to a request..rece i p� �h
eceived from
the 200 block
tq the Highway
Cfarried.
i9ht on Park
street lighting contract of'$1 .00 per annum.
rCarried.•`;
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STREET LIGHTING CONTRACT: Comm. McGee reported that a proposed new street lighting
contract has been presented to the City by the New York State Electric & Gas Company.
This contract covers all of the basis and rate structure by which we pay for our street
lighting. The principal difference between the proposed contract and the existing
contract, is that under the new contract any new lights which are placed will be mercury
vapor in the minimum size of 3,350 lumens. This contract does not provide for the
immediate replacement of our existing lights and in fact it is not proposed to do any
major replacements until the Electric & Gas Company has completed a survey which is now
in process. This new contract does set up the basis on which any additional replace-
ments will be made after the survey has been made.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works approves the proposed Street Lighting Contract
with the New York State Electric & Gas Corp. and recommends to the Council its approval
and authorization for the signature of the Mayor.
7 /66 Carried.
ST EET LGHT1t,H CONTRACT: The Superintendent reported` that N.Y.S.
ti -n had presented a plan for improvement of street .lighting in the Cit 'o
Electric r; Gas Corpora -
is desig ed to complete the city lighting up to the minimum standard set by the Luminating
i neer ng AS; oc i ates . The plan City -of Ithaca which
atEr an et g As:.l cost .er proposed staging this improvement over the next s
p year of approximately $10,000. The city now spends $57,000eper
ye -r for stree` lighting and, when the plan is complete. the total annual bill for street
li '7tin will 'cper
9 approximately $110,000.
By Comm. 'lcGec seconded by Comm. Yengo.
GE IT RESOLVED AS FOLL014S:
1) That the Street Lighting Proposal, dated September 12, 1966, pre ared
by N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corporation be approved. p and presented
2) that tho Board hereby requests the Council to provide an additional amount of
$10,000.00 for street lighting in the 1967 budget.
3) that the Board hereby requests the Council to approvethestreet ( �
which was presented by N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corporation contractdn
Apr;1 27, 1'66• by this Board on
Carried.
OAKt•l00D LANE & BROOKFIELD ROAD LIGHTING: Superintendent Dingman presented a pi•oposal from
N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corporation for lighting a portion of Oakwood Lane and Brookfield
Road with ornamental fixtures served by underground conduit. He recommended approval in
principle to permit installation of underground conduit and construction of lamp post
bases.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Putney lel / C! (a
RESOLVED, that the proposal of New York State Electric and Gas Corporation for street
lighting in the Ilarshall-Hirshfe.Id Sub-division portions of Oakwood Lane and Brookfield
Road to be approved in principle with the express provision that the poles and lights
will not be installed until specified authorization has been granted by the Board.
Carried.
WARREN PLACE EXTENSION: By Comm. McGee : seconded by Comm.Yengo -?7__°y'r2 ,,Q6
RESOLVED, that the City Attorney be authorized to solicit purchase ontracts from Isrs.
McDaniels, Clynes, Scanlon and Hartman for the extension of Warren Place, southerly to
Elm Street, under the terms of a memorandum dated November 23, 1966. Carris:d.
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G=GE & TRASH DISPOSAL: The Clerk reported that the Council had referred to the
Board a recommendation received by it from the Mayor's Citizens' Advisory Committee
that the City undertake an enforcement program of the City's garbage and trash reg-
ulations.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the reco1mendation be referred to the Highway Committee for consider-
ation.
Carried.
GARBAGE & TRASH DISPOSAL: Upon inquiry made by Comm. Smith the violation of the Board's
rule regarding garbage and trash disposal was discussed once again. Comm. McGee re-
ported a study of this matter was being continued by the Highway Committee and he felt
he would have a report thereon at the next meeting of the Board. 16 t`
GARBAGE'& TRASH COLLECTION: The Clerk reported that the many violations of the rules of
the Board regulating garbage and trash collection throughout the city were reported at
the last meeting of the Common Council and that Alderman Tolles had presented a two-page
report on this matter which had been prepared by the East Hill Civic Assn. In its re-
port the Association presented several recommendations to the City for immediate action
and several more for long-range action.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the recommendations of the'$ast Hill Civic Association regarding garbage
and trash collection be referred to the Sup4rintendent.
Carried.
Comm. McGee reported that the Highway Committee had given the matter intensive study
during the past month or so and presentedthe following list of procedural steps to be
followed by the Superintendent in an effort to help solve this problem: `b
1. Publicity will be given through_the news media and by advertisement of the rules
and regulations concerning the collection of refuse with part emphasis on the rules
covering the type of containers and the limitations on t)ie time which the container
must be left after collection.
2. All trash containeic, le t on the street more than 24 hours after collection will
be picked up and removed by the 'department.
3. Drivers will report daily on addresses where no standard containers are in use.
4. A driver's report will be followed up by a letter to the owner and tenants wherr2
no standard c onti,ners are in__use .
By Comm. McGee: seconded by. Comm. Low
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be directed to require stricter enforcement ,the
Board's rules regulating garbage and trash collection throughout the City by proceeding
in accord ice with the foregoing predural steps; and that he put them into effect as
rapidly assthe necessary details caak•be worked out.
L7;ll[- ct'4l' Carried.
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CLEAN-UP WEEK: By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the week of May 2 to May 6 be designated as Spring Clean -Up Week; and
that the Superintendent be authorized to assign such men and equipment as may be
necessary to pick up and haul away the additional items of household refuse that may
be placed at the curb during this week./L /3 i�
W Carried.
FALL CLEAN-UP WEEK: by Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, ti,at the week of October 17-22 be c'3signated as Fall Clean -Up Week during which
discarded items, not normally picked up m-,' be placed at the curb on regular garbage
collection days`-�
for removal. `1 g>Yi ,9&t, Carried.
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SOUTH HILL CIVIC ASSOSICATION REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from the South Hill
Civic Association requesting the Board to authorize the placing of waste paper containers
at the following locations in the South Hill Area:
N.W. corner of Hudson & Hillview Place (Dooley's store)
N.W. corner of Giles and Columbia Street (Bus stop)
N.E. or N.W. corner of Aurora & Hillview P1.
S.W. corner of Hudson and Columbia Street.
S.W. corner of Turner Place and Clinton Street.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report.
006-v.
Carried.
SOUTH HILL CIVIC ASSN. REQUEST: Comm. McGee reported that the Highway Committee
recommended the following action be taken on a request received at the last meeting
from South Hill Civic Assn. for the placing of trash containers at certain locations
on South Hill:
Northeast corner of Hillview Place and Aurora Street, trash basket will be placed.
Southwest corner of Hudson and Coltnbia S;:reet, trash basket will be placed.
Northwest corner of Hudson and Hillview Place, trash basket in front of Dooley's store
is adequate.
Northwest corner Giles and Columbia Street, not necessary at present but the location
will be observed for future requirements. ir
Southwest corner Turner Place and Clinton Street, not necessary at present but the
location will be observed for future requirements.
He reported also that, in response to other similar requests, additional trash baskets
will be placed on College Avenue in locations where large amounts of littering take
place.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the foregoing recommendationstdf the Highway Committee be accepted and
unproved; and that the Superintend nt__ b, , ut1iorizec}! : ¢ 4mplement these recommendations.
CORNELL WA,K SUBDIVISION DEED: By Corm. McGee: seconded by Comm. YengA- .• "'#y'
1 b 7 -Chi t e ina ac for,,C.o ne11 Walk Subdivision, which has been apnro
by the Planning Board, be approved 14h12. .Board of Public Works; ,and that a deed to,
the streets included therein, presented py Joseph Gallagher, be .accepted and orde-red
filed. • 'A '
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CORNELL WALK - STREET LIGHTS: Comm. McGee reportea tinat all electric, elephone ana
television cables in the Cornell Walk subdivision were installed underground and that
the developer had requested three ornamental street light fixtures for this area to be
supplied by underground cable also. He advised that N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp.
estimated the annual cost for ornamental fixtures with underground cable will be
approximately $100,00 as compared to $50.00 for the usual residential type installation.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Board approves in principle the placing of ornamental street lights
on streets having no overhead poles or wires.
Carried.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes placing of ornamental street lights in the
Cornell Walk subdivision at the locations recommended by N.Y.S. Electria & Gas Corp.
at an additional annual cost of $300.00 per year; and that the lights be installed at
such time as the development has sufficiently progressed to permit the permanent in-
stallation of the street lights. Carried.
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MEADOW STREET: The Clerk read a letter from representatives of various veterans'
organizations in the city requesting that the Meadow Street arterial be renamed "Gold
Star Boulevard".
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report.
Carried.
SCJTH MEADOW STREET SHOPPING CENTER: Superintendent Dingman re or edreceipt of a letter
fr m J. U. Basnardi requesting approval of entrances/4o aIropose °'ghoppeng Center and
rc ;uesti.g the City to perform the work required to�provide for the resulting traffic flow.
B; Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Yengo. troy ai,
RE.:OLVEC, that the proposal for the Meadow Street entrances at the Fairgrounds Shopping
Cc ter b'. referred to the Highway Committee for study and report; and that the Superin-
tc.dent 'e dir.cted to submit the plan to the State Highway Department for approval.
Carried.
PURITY ICE CREAM COMPANY REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from Purity Ice Cream Co.,
700 Cascadilla Street, expressing its desire to acquire title to the extension of
Hancock Street, westerly from North Meadow Street, for use as additional parking for
its customers.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report.
�6 Carried.
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HECTOR STREET: The Clerk .read a letter from Rudolph Saccucci, Alderman from the 1st.
Ward, in which he recommended that guard rails be installed at intervals along that
portion of Hector Street between Sunrise Road and the intersection of Hector and State
Streets. He also recommended that a SLOW sign which is already there be supplemented
ly an extra "city speed- limit sign".
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that Mr. Saccucci's recommendations be referred to the Highway Committee for
study and report.
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HECTOR STREET - CURB & GUTTER: Comm. McGee recommended construction of curb and gutter
along Hector Street adjacent to Sunrise Road which he felt may eliminate the need for
guard rails in this area as recommended by Alderman Saccucci at the last meeting.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorizegd to construct standard curb and gutter
on the east side of Hector Street from a point opposite Hopper Place for a distance
of approximately 815 feet southerly and to make such changes as may be expedient in
the 1966 Capital Curb & Gutter Progpam so that the total expenditures in the 1966 budget
will not exceed the present appropriation for this item.
Carried.
Carried.
ACTOR STREET: The Clerk read a letter from George Swick, 217 Hector Street, thanking
the Board for improvement of Hector Street by the construction of new curb and gutters
there. Alderman ;--ru-ci felt that Hector Street even with these new improvements, is
still a very treacherous hill and traffic thereon needed to be controlled. He therefore
recommended that the Board consider the following traffic control measures for this
street:
1. 1'_lrk trlffic lanes on Hector Street from bottom of hill up to Sunrise Road.
2. Install speed signs at intervals from bottom of hill to the city line on Hector Street!
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. MC Gee
RESOLVED, that these recommendations be referr d o the Parking & Traffic Committee
for study and report. a-�I►�� Carried
HECTOR STREET GUARD RAILS: Alderman Saccucci called attention to a dangerous condition
on Hector Street between Sunrise Road and its intersection with State Street. He
recommended that guard rails be installed along this section of the street to protect
adjacent property owners.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that Alderman Saccucci be requested to put his proposal
submit it to the Board for its consideration.
in writing and
SPENCER ROAD: Alderman Saccucci felt damage in Spencer Road area, caused by heavy run-
off of storm water from adjacent areas on South Hill, involved the whole area and urged
the Board to initiate a project designed to correct these conditions. He also asked
about recent property damages suffered by Mrs. F. J. Whiting, Jr., at 339 Spencer Road.
He was informed that such a project is included in the 1967 budget and that Mrs. Whiting
had filed a damage claim for her loss and that it had been referred to the city's insur-
ance carrier. )
Mayor Johns noted that this would be the last meeting of the Board for 1966 and he thanked
all members of the Board, department heads and staff members for their cooperation dur-
ing the year in helping solve the Board's problems as they had arisen.
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N.Y.S. ELECTRIC & GAS CORPORATION GAS MAIN: Superintendent Dingman reported receipt of
a request from N.Y. S. Electric and Gas Corporation for permission to install a gas main
from its sub -station on Third Street northerly, crossing route #13, to, the Cornell Boat-
house on Third Street extension. He advised the new main will serve the proposed Public
Works Garage and the N.Y.S. Department of Public Works Maintenance Facility o�n Third Street.
He recommended approval of the request. j�/_' /1�
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the request of N.Y.S. �ectrik s Gas Corporation
for permission to install a gas main from its Sl,b-station on Third $tl'eet northerly,
crossing Route N13, to the Cornell Boathouse on Third Streit Extension be approved subject
to all rules and regulations of the Board applicable thereto. Carried.
NEW YORK STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORPORATION EASEMENT: The Superintendent reported receipt
of a request from New York State Electric & Gas Corporation that it be granted an easement
over a 6' strip of city -owned property extending between 413 and 415 East State Street
from the street to a private drive which serves Dean's Warehouse,Ithaca College Garage,
and Wilcox Press. The easement was needed to permit the installation of a gas main from
East State Street to serve the Ithaca College Garage. He recommended approval.
By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. McGee 7/( t) _ 91 (-
RESOLVED, that the request of New York State Electric and Gas Corporation for an easement
over city -owned land lying between No. 413 and 415 East State Street and extending from
East State Street easterly to a private drive and being the land described in a Deed
dated August 23, 1918 and recorded with Tompkins County Deeds in Book 191 at Page 240, for
the purpose of installing and maintaining a gas service be approved; and that the Mayor
and the City Clerk be authorized to execute an easement for this purpose. Carried.
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!BEST SENECA STREET SIGN: Comm. McGee presented a memo from the Building Commissioner in•
dicating that he was processing an application for the relocation of a sign for the
westend branch of the Tompkins County Trust Company at 701-03 West Seneca Street'. Since
this sign stands entirely within the limits of the street right-of-way, the approval of
the Superintendent is required. The Superintendent indicated he will refuse to approve
it because of its being located within the street right-of-way.
By Comm. Mc0 e: s. onded by Comm. Pu°tneyr
RESOLVED, the Board of Public, 4i61ks concurs wfth the action of the Superintendent
in refusinip4ermissior; for the relocation of a sign within the street limits at 701-03
Yest Seneca Street .a requested by A.,1„1. Hul 1 , owner of the property.
AYES: 4( ``
NAYS.'O "g "•' •
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ABSTAINING: 2 - Yengo, Leary
Carried.
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ALBANY STREET CURB CUT - DEAN PHIPPS: David Abbott appeared bef,:_•e the Board and urged
approval of his request for a curb cut of 116 feet in length on N. Albany, between State
and Seneca Streets, adjacent to a store being built and which will be occupied by Dean
Phipps Auto Store. He related incidents leading up to denial of his request by the
Superintendent, based upon its constituting a pedestrian and traffic safety hazard, and
denial of his request for certain variances by the Board of Zoning Appeals, based partly
on the Superintendent's refusal to approve the desired curb cut.
Comm. Alo reported that Mr. Abbott's request had been studied very carefully by all
members of the Board and on behalf of the Capital Improvements, Traffic & larking Committee
he recommended its approval as being in the best interests of the city. •
By Comm. Alo: seconded by.Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves Mr. Abbott's request and that the Superintendent
be authorized to issue a permit to Mr. Abbott for this purpose.
Unani. _1 isly Carried.
Mr. Abbott thanked the Board for its action and pledged that everything possible would be
done by himself and Dean Phipps to safeguard against pededtrian and traffic hazards at
this location.
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SUN OIL CUi.i'Ai!Y iii U::ST VOA CUU3 CUTS:
Comm. i.cGee reported tact a .request had been received from "un Cil Coiipany to make two
59 -foot curb cuts it the cntr .nce to its new gasoline sttion at 346-51 L'lmira itoad.
he advised it. h:.d begin reviewed by the City Engineer who recoli:aended its.p,roval.
By Comm i _cGee: ::conded by Co _i Yengo
u: G VEE; t t _.; Zo rd Lere`.r ,...;proves tite request from jun Oil Comyny for curb
cits 3:a-5 Ll ir: In excess r the ncl'r- i City
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ARTERIAL HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT: The Clerk reported receipt of Official Order
#1116 received from N.Y. State Department of Public Works announcing that it had taken
over and accepted the Meadow Street -Northeast Arterial as a part of the State Highway
System, effective December 14, 1965.
He then read a letter from the State enclosing (8) eight copies of a proposed Supple-
mental Agreement for maintenance of this arterial under the following formula, viz;
at the rate of :
(a) $0.10 cents per square
yards which equals
(b) $0.15 cents per square
yards which is located
yard of the pavement area for 70 322 square
yard of the pavement area for 2,032 square
on any elevated bridge, and which amount equals
and making a total annual sumof
$7,132.20
304.80
sr, 431'.tb
There was some discussion as to whether the rates covered the city's actual cos -t,.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm Smith
RESOLVED, that the supplemental agreement between the City of Ithaca and State of New
York for maintenance and repair of Arterial Highways passing through the City, applying
to City of Ithaca Meadow -Northeast Arterial, FAC 64-10, FAC 64-11 and FAC 61.18041d
providing that the State shall pay annually to the City the sum of $7,437.00 fotisuch
maintenance and repairs is hereby approved; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be+.and
hereby are authorized to sign and execute said agreement on behalf of the City, finder
its corporate seal, and i
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to make a study to
determine if the established rates meet actual maintenance costs.
AYES: 6
NAYS: 0
Carried F, Apnroved by Mayor.
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Street lights at various locations: Fulton St., Eagles Bldg. Lot; W. Green St; 1 & 2
E. State; Turner Place; Cascadilla Park; Stewart Park Entrance; Giles St; Park
Place
Street Lighting Contract w/ NYSEG 3
• Oakwood Lane/Brookfield Road lighting of subdivision 4
Warren Place extension - authorization to solicit purchase contracts for 4
extension southerly
Garbage & trash disposal, regulations and enforcement of 5
Designation of spring and fall cleanup week in City 6
South Hill Civic Association - various concerns 7
Cornell Walk Subdivision deed and street lights 8
Meadow Street proposal for entrance to Fairgrounds Shopping Center 9
N. Meadow Street - additional parking request for Purity Ice Cream company 9
Hector Street - guard rails, curb & gutter requested 10
Spencer Road - damage caused by heavy runoff of storm water, project requested 10
to correct condition
NYSSEG gas main request to install on Third St. Ext. 11
NYSEG request for easement over land between 413-415 E. State St. 11
W. Seneca Street - permission to relocate sign within street limits (A.L. Hull) 12
Albany Street curb cut approved on N. Albany between State & Seneca 13
Sun Oil Company curb cut at 346-350 Elmira Road approved 13
• Arterial Highway maintenance agreement w/Dot for City of Ithaca Meadow St- 14
Northeast Arterial to be studied to establish rates
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Y. STATE STREET BRIDGE: The Superintendent reported that M.Y.S. Department of Public
Yorks' plans for a proposed bridge to carry West State Street over the flood control
channel indicate that Buffalo Street will be dead -ended in the vicinity of Brindley
Street. He was concerned with the resulting disruption of traffic during constructior
of the bridge and after its completion.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that the matter of providing a connection between Buffalo Street and State
Street near the site of the proposed new bridge on West State Street, over the flood
control channel, be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. ey
Carried. /' l
WEST STTE ST^,EET BRIDGE PLANS: The Superintendent reported that New York State Department
of Puhi "ic '..-rks had presented its final plans for a proposed new bridge to carry West State
Strc—: :;e Flood Channel and requested that the Title Sheet thereof be signed by the
City Engineor and that the plans be approved by the Common Council.
By Col. Smith : seconded by Comm. McGee / ' V2). 96,
RESOLVED, t: -.at the Board hereby approves the final plans submitted by New York State
Deparnt of Public Works for a new bridge on West State Street, over the Flood Channel;
and that the 'superintendent be authorized and directed to sign the Title Sheet thereof
as acting i'_ Engineer, and
BE IT FRT;;_..; fl,ESOLVED, that the Board hereby recommends to the Common Counci 1 that the
plans be apprcved by it as requested by the New York State Department of Public Works.
Carried.
MODJESKI & MASTERS PAYMENT: Comm. Smith recommended approval of a voucher in the amount
of $2,020.29, payable to Modjeski & Masters, as its first estimate for engineering
services rendered in supervising construction of the Lake Street bridge.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $2,020.29, payable to Modjeski
& Masters, for supervision of the construction of the Lake Street bridge be approved for
payment.
Carried.
MODJESKI & MASTERS PAYMENT: Comm. Putney recommended approval of a bill in the amount
of $1,281:44 received from Modjeski & Masters for engineering services on the Lake
Street bridge.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $1,281.44, payable to
Modjeski & Masters, for supervision of the contract work on the Lake Street bridge
during the poriod ending May 31, 1966 be approved and ordered paid.
MODJESKI & MASTERS PAYMEMT: By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLV,U, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $945.38, payable to
Modjeski & Masters, for inspection service in connection with heCconstruction of the
Lake Street bridge be approved for payment.
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MODJESKI & MASTERS PAYMENT: By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo Carried.
RESOLVED, that a voucher in todays audit, payable to Modjeski & Masters in the amount
of $683.68 for inspection services on the Lake Street bridge be approved for payment.
Carried.
MODJESKI & MASTERS PAYMENT: By Comm. McGee : seconded by Comm. Leary Q' .i(/, 96,
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total amount of $341.14, payable to
Modjeski & Masters for inspection including the final one of the Lake Street bridge be
approved for payment. Carried.
Carried.
LAKE STREET BRIDGE ETC: Comm. Smith reported that contract work on the new Lake Street
bridge is expected to be completed by Sept. 10th. and that the City forces expect to
complete the approach work to the bridge soon thereafter. He called attention to the
fact that a very attractive scenic view of Fall Creek and Ithaca Falls is hidden from
view to visitors and the general public by trees and shrubs which have been allowed to
grow in and about the creek banked . He recommended they be removed.
Dy C�^m. Smit": seconded by Comm. Alo.
RE7= th_lt the Superintendent be authorized an.d directed to trim and cut back this
orc...'.* of tr^ shrubs; and that ie be authorized to request Cornell University *o
LAKE STREET BRIDGE: Comm. Smith reported that the contractor had completed the first
phase of work on replacing the Lake Street bridge and that the old bridge had been
removed.
LAKE STREET BRIDGE: Comm. Smith reported the new bridge on Lake Street, over Fa;1 Creek,
had been opened to traffic and would remain open with the exception of one day when
it would have to be closed to permit the contractor to complete a small item of un-
fi::ished work under its contract. He felt the new bridge was a good job and a great
im,,:revement in this area. CC' c-" /9' (4 (`6-
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•wM. E. BOULEY CO. ESTIMATE #1: Comm. Smith recommended approval of estimate #1 submitted
by William E. Bouley Company in the total net amount of.$9,777.96 for contract work com-
pleted through April 3Qth. on the I2sI$e Street bridge. He advised it had been certified
for payment by the Superintendent.
By Comm. Smith ..,seconded by Comm. Leary t,
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RESOLVED, than,►,. voucher in today's audit. in the liOtal net amount of $9,777,96, payable
'to Wm. E. Boule.Company, for contract work on•the Lake Street bridge be approved for
payment as recommended by the Superintendent. -
y Carried.
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E. 1'OULEY CO. ESTIMATE #2: Comm. Smith recommended approval of estimate #2 sub -
mitt -.d by Wm. F. Bouley Company in the total net amount of $10,477.17 for contract
work completed on the Lake Street (Bridge. He advised that completion to date, is 20%,
for a total value of $22,505.70. The current requisition is for $11,641.3 jcss 10% or
$10,477.17. Included in Op -current requisition is an extra payment of $12.50 for
additional abutment footing protection as directed by the engineers.
Ry Comm. Smith: seconded by'Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that tkilivoucher on today's audit in the total net *bunt of $10,477.17, pay-
able to Ym. E 6i 5ompamyc,;, for contract work completed on.,,.the Lake Street bridge be
approved for payment.•.�,,,ii.,_,
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Carried:
WM. E. BOULEY COMPANY PAYMENT: Comm. Smith presented the third estimate of work
completed by the Wm. E. Bouley Construction Co. for contract work completed on the
Lake Street bridge through July 27 th. in the total net amount of $14,833.57. He
recommended its approval for payment. Assistant Engineer Baker reported that steel
and abutments were in place, that the walls were being poured and that the deck will
be poured in a few days. He anticipated the bridge would be completed by September
1st.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $14,833.57,
payable to the Wm. E. Bouley Construction Company, as the third estimate for contract
work on the Lake Street bridge be approved for payment. Carried.
WM. E. BOULEY COMPANY PAYMENT: By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $37,776.60, payable to Wm. E.
Bouley Company, for contract work completed on the Lake Street bridge be app�rpwe for
payment. (,c( �I c4-1/ (1
Carried.
PENETRYN SYSTEM PAYMENT: By Comm. McGee : seconded by I Yengo
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $8,844.00, payable
to the Penetryn System, as estimate No. 1 for its contract work completed in applying
pressure concrete to the Walls of Six Mile Creek in accordance with terms of its contract
dated October 17, 1966,e app owed -f -for payment, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to appropriate an additional amount.
of $3,314.00 from the Contingent Fund to augment funds already provided in the budget for
the payment of this invoice, and s tt/, / 9C� G,
DE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract with said Penetryn System, Inc., be extended
through June 30, 1967, so that the work of applying pressure concrete to the retaining
wall along East Spencer Street can be done when weather conditions permit it in the Spring.
Carried.
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COLUMBIA STREET CRIDGE: Comm. Smith repor« d the Creeks & Bridges Committee had reviewed.
a letter received October 26th from the South Hill Civic Ass'n and, in answer to its
recommendation that the Columbia Street bridge be rebtatt and reopened to traffic, he pre-
sented and read a report of the Committee` on the subject (co
Dy Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Putney 4 attached to 2 tes).
RESOLVED, that the attached report of the Creeks & Bridges Committee of this Board, entitled,
REPORT ON COLUMBIA STREET BRIDGE, be approved in all respects; and that the Clerk be
authorized and directed to forward a copy thereof to the South Hill Civic Association.
Carried.
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FLOOD CONTROL: Alderman Saccucci inquired if it could be determined whether or not
the proposed flood control project will require the acquisition of the first two
houses on Cliff Street. Engineer Melchen reported that the matter could be answered
only by N.Y.S. Department of Public Works and he was instructed to give Alderman
Saccucci the name and address of the proper official who should be contacted in
this matter.
AGREEM_NTS OF ADJUSTMENT - FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT: The Superintendent presented a request
receiv_d from N.Y.S. Department of Public Works for the city to convey to it several
parcels of land representing additional rights-of-way needed .in connection with the flood
contre' proj2ct..He advised the City had already agreed to furnish without cost all lands,
easeme-its and rights-of-way necessary for the construction of this project.
By Come. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Smith
RES0LVD, tiA t the Board hereby recommends to the Councilthait t
t ofdjthet Mayor and
City Cierk to sign and execute, on behalf of the City, agreement
several parcels of city -owned land needed for the flood control project
as requested by
New York State Department of Public Works. (%G/.� �� / �/
30D DEAN REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from Dob Dean, Inc., requesting permission to cross
city property along Six Mile Creek, adjacent to his at.7,.1.4.14est Clinton Street, upon which
to construct a drain line to conduct surface water from his property into the creek. The
Superintendent recommended approval.
"'y Comm. Smith : seconded by Comm. Yengo ---,/, 2/ t-, 94.4
RESOLVED, that Robert Dean, Inc., be granted permission for installing this drain iltne as
requested.
Carried.
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FRANK LUCENTE COMPLAINT: Alderman Saccucci reported receipt of a complaint from Frank
Lucente about damage to his property on Spencer Road caused by water drainage from the
Morse Chain Company's property. He was concerned also about the widening of the Creek
and the accumulation of debris on his property left there by city workmen. Alderman
Saccucci recommended that the Board consider the installation of a smaller drainage pipe
in this area and fill in the entire creek which would permit Mr. Lucente to open up a
new road from Elmira Road to his business and expand his parking facilities. This
matter was referred to the Superintendent for continued study of the problem.` �Z�' /
MORSE CHAIN CO. DRAINAGE PROBLEM: Roger Sovocool, attorney for Morse Chain Company,
appeared and reviewed his client faces in disposing of surface water crossing its
property from areas to the south which increases due to the continued development of
Ithaca College and the widening of Danby Road. He explained his client's plans to
divert this water around its parking lot and new building into some type of channel in
the flat area below its plant. He requested that the Board consider the plan both from
an engineering point and a long-range solution to the problem.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Board as a "Committee of the Whole" for
study and report.
j Carried.
MORSE CHAIN COMPANY DRAINAGE PROBLEM: Comm. McGee reported the results of a meeting
held on.Mcy.4th. with Morse Chain officials regarding its drainage problem presented
at the last•:meeting. He advised that Morse Chain Co. proposed to alter the drainage
system'rurixing through its property so as to transfer the drainage from a ninety -acre
area fromne drainage system to another. This will require a considerable increase
in the size and relocation of existing city drainage facilities in the vicinity of
Spencer and Elmira Roads.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by`Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to survey and collect such other data
as may be necessary to determine the best method of handling the water to be drained
from this area, and present an estimate of the cost thereof to the Board for future
consideration. Ury / Q /7
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West State St. Bridge; DOT presents final plans for proposed bridge over 1
flood control channel; recommends approval by Common Council
Modjeski & Master payment requests - Lake Street Bridge 2
Lake Street Bridge project update 2
Wm. E. Bouley Co. payment requests - Lake Street Bridge 3
Penetryn System payment request for work on Six Mile Creek walls 4
Columbia Street Bridge report from South Hill Civic Assoc. approved 4
Flood Control project - Is acquisition of houses on Cliff St. required?; 5
DoT required several parcels of land for rights of way for project
Bob Dean, Inc. requests permission to install drain line at 714 W. Clinton St. 6
Frank Lucente compalin - drainage problem on Spencer Rd. 7
Morse Chain Co. Drainage problem due to widening of Danby Road 8
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ITHACA COLLEGE - GOLF FEES:
Controller Russell presented a letter from Ithaca College requesting that its bill of
$116.00 rendered to it by the City for green fees at the municipal golf course, between
June 30 and September 30, be expunged, because it felt that the $300.00 paid for use
of the Course included all fees due to the City for the 1966 season.
By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. Yengo 2-c,, 2 A2.
RESOLVED, that a bill rendered to Ithaca College in the amount of $116.00 for green
fees at the municipal golf course be expunged; and that the Buildings & Grounds Com-
mittee and the City Attorney be requested to review the College's use of the course and
prepare a new agreement for the 1967 season and submit it to the Board for its approval.
Carried.
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CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT BEAUTIFICATION: Comm. McGee reported that the Downtown
Business Women are attempting to encourage beautification of the central business
district by reviving the idea of planters for flowers, shrubs and small trees in the
sidewalk area. They proposed that the individual merchants would purchase the planters
and plants and offer them to the City for acceptance and care. He estimated that such
a proposal would require about ten man-hours per week for care and maintenance
By Comm: McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the proposal oftheDowntwon Business Women be referred to the Highway
Committee for study and report:"_
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Carried.
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT BEAUTIFICATION: Comm. McGee recommended approval of the
proposal to beautify the central business district which was presented at the last
meeting by the Downtown Businessn.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm=:ego
ye
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent'.be authorized to accept donations of planters and
flowers, shrubs and small trees from merchants in the downtown business area for
placement in the sidewalk area in front of stores of the donors with the understanding
that the planters will become the property of the City and that the Superintendent
will be in complete control of their placement and maintenance.
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FLOWER PLANTERS: The CTerk read a letter signed by representatives of the Downtown
Merchants announcing the donation of 25 lamp post planters and 10 tubs planted with hews
and petunias as a gift to the city to beautify the downtown business area.
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS WOMENS' LETTER: Comm. Alo
the Downtown Business Women requesting that
business areas, and that the Board consider
the municipal parking areas.
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the requests received from th
Highway Committee for action.
reported a letter had been received from
additional trash baskets be maintained in the
maintaining benches and provide plantings in
e Downtown Business Women be referred to the
Carried.
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L.V.R.R. LOOP RELOCATION: Comm. Smith reported that negotiations with the L.V.R.R. Co.
had reached a point where a closing is expected about March 15th. At that time the
Railroad will deposit $500,000.00 with the City in a trust account to be used for the
purchase of land, relocation of utilities, engineering fees, and construction of a new
railroad yard facility adjacent to its present yrd,south of West Clinton Street. In
order that the new yard construction may;jpe completed and'the tracks moved off the present
"loop" property before the end of 1966: the City must,be prepared to start relocation of
utilities and construction of the yard as soon as the trust fund has been established.
He recommended that the Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids on this work,
and that the -Council be requested to authorize the Board of Public Works to administer
this trust money for the above purposes in accordance with the terms of an agreement
between the L.V.R.R. Co. and the City.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, i) that the Superintendent be authorized to advertise for and receive bids
for the construction of the neyrailroad yard for the L.V.R.R. Co. in accordance with
plans and specifications prepared by O'Brien & Gere and approved by the Railroad Co.
2) that__the Council be requested to authorize the Board of Public Works to administer
the trii 'tend for tie above purposes in accordance with the" terms of an agreement be-
tween the L.V.R.R. CO: and the City;
3) that, contingent upon deposit of funds by the Railroad Company for the construction
of the new yard facility, and contingent upon purchase by the City of sufficient land
and easements, the Superintendent be authorized to cause the relocation of the power
line of N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corporation.
Carried.
L.V.R.R .YARD RELOCATION PROJECT: Superintendent Dingman reported that the contractor on
the L.V.R:R..Yard relocation project expected to have work completed by December 1st and
that the Railroad Company anticipated making arrangements for the transfer of its tracks
and operations to the new site by December 15th. -7/"?/. q/ /0e,C
J. R. PELLINGRA PAYMENT: By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of 043,425.00 payable
to J. R. Pellingra Construction Co., as estimate #1 for construction work completed to
date on the L.V. R.R. Company yard relocation project be approved and ordered paid.
Ce I
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PELLINGRA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY PAYMENT: By Comm. Leary : seconded .by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit, estimate #2 payable to Pellingra Construction
Company, Inc., in the total net amount of $32,850.83 for contract work o p1 teI or zo t
L.V.R.R. Yard Relocation.Project be approved for payment. Carrie �//
J. R. i'ELLIi'-3RA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVZD, that the voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $31,317.80, payable
to J. R. Pellingra Construction Company, being the third estimate for its contract work
completed on the L.V.R.R. Yard Relocation Project, be approved for payment. Carried.
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J. R. PELLINGRA COMPANY PAYMENT: Dy Comm. ?engo : seconded by Comm. Putney ✓y/�v..)-3, '11‘i
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $26,403.21, payable
to J. R. Pellingra Construction Company, as it: 4th estimate on contract work completed
to date on the L. V. R. R. relocation project be approved for payment. Carried.
J.R.PELLINGRA PAYMENT: By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. Yengo j P—e-• I I
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $19,667.38,payable
to J. R. Pellingra Construction Company, as the 5th estimate for its contract work compl^*
on relocation ^` the L.V.R.R. and tracks be ,-nrIro"ed for rc .
NO. 6 FIRE STATION CAS STOVE: Comm, Leary presented a request from the Board of Fire
Commissioners that:le gas stove which is a portion of the display kitchenette in the
basement of the former Electric and Gas building at the corner ofGreen and Cayuga
Streetsbe donated to it for use at #6 Fire State on .blest State ttr t.:,
Ry Comm Lsr ry. conded by Comm'i''i°tttp 4'
RESOLVFD,,that the
ga"s. stpvg referred to above be donated to thoaof Fire'
Commissi s for use as ti'may determine:; \ :. ,
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CENTRAL FIRE STATION: Alderman Hunt reported on the new Central Fire Headquarters and
noted that the contractor has had troubles and was behind schedule. He did not expect
to be in there before January 1, 1967. , .
NO. 9 FIRE STATION: Alderman Hunt reported on the progress of the New No. 9 Station.
They have traveled to various places looking at other stations and had come up with a
list of what they do not want. If everything works out the building say be demolished
before Christmas and the contract let by April of 1967.../t/ •7, / It' 6
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DONALD J. LUCENTE REQUESTS: Comm. Leary reported that Mr. Donald Lucente had requested
that he be permitted to buy the city -owned lots at 608, 702, 704 Giles Street. The
Superintendent has collected the following data as required by the Common Council to
be included by the Board of Public Works in its report and recommendation on the request:
1. A statement from the Planning Board v1ich recommends that the property not be sold
"pending reconsideration of adequate sewer facilities". (There were further
objections to the sale in the committee report).
2. A statement from the Superintendent of Public Works stating that the Department
would have no objections to the sale of the lots provided:
a) That the Tompkins County Health Department will permit connection of the building
at 708-710 Giles Street to the existing sanitary sewer in Giles Street.
b). That Lucente will provide a plan for handling the strtallb@d which presently
crosses thru these lots which will be satisfactoryto the Depa-tment of Public
Works.
c) That Lucente will clean up the debris presently in the stream'bed crossing these
lots.
3. A statement from the Superintendent showing that these 104 will be capable of
adequate sewer and water utility service when the ,Qiles Street sewer is completed
(now scheduled for this year).
4. A statement from the Fire Chief shows that do special fire protection problem will
be presented.
5. A statement from the City Assessor showing the value of the lots to be $2,550.00
6. A statement from the Attorney for Mr. Lucente stating that the intentions is to
use the lots for parking but not setting forth how much parking or what development
will be made for the remaining land.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that the BoardEof Public Works recommend to the Common Council that the lots
at #608, 702, 704 Giles Street be sold subjevt to a provision that they be used only
to provide parking for 708-710 Giles Street' and the balance landscaped and that adequate
provision be made for the stream passing through the lots all in accordance with plans
to be approved by the City Engineer. Carried.
Comm. Leary reported further that:•Mr. Lucente had requested that he be permitted to buy
the city -owned 3 1/2 acres adjacent to #705 Giles Street. The Superintendent has
collected the following data as required by the Common Council to be included by the
Board of Public Works in its report arid recommendation on the request.
1. A statement from the Planning Board recommending that the property "be retained by
the City for an indefinite period of time". (The committee report shows that the
present zoning is P -I; that apartment construction may not be the best use of the
land"; that a land use study of the 6 -Mi. Creek watershed area is in progress).
2. A statement from the Superintendent of Public Works indicating that no further en-
croachment on the Six Mile Creek watershed should be permitted as long as the city
operates this as a water supply and recommending that the city should be buying
rather than selling in this area.
3. A statement from the Superintendent of Public Works indicating that without a pro-
posed plan of development no statement can be made about supplying water and sewer
service to the site other than that such services are available in Giles Street.
4. A statement from the Fire Chief showing that no special problems of Fire Protection
will be presented by low fire flow buildings fronting on Giles Street in this area.
5. A statement from the City Assessor indicating the Value of land to be A42,, D,0
6. A statement from the prospective buyer stating that he proposes to build a 6-unit.
maximum apartment on this land with off-street parking for tenants. He makes his
purchase offer contingent on rezoning to permit the use.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the Board recommends to the Council that the 32 acres of land adjacent to
705 Giles Street be not sold.
Carried.
GILES STREET - SALE OF LAND: Comm. Leary reviewed the request received at the last
meeting from Leland Snow to purchase a city-owned lot located at 608 Giles Street.
He called attention to action taken by the Board regarding this property on February
23 in conjunction with two other lots as e result of a request that they be sold at
that time (Lucente request). He noted that the Board recommended its sale at that
time.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the request of Leland Snow to purchase a city-owned lot located at 608
Giles Street be referred to the Council with a recommendation that it be offered for
sale as recommended by the Board on February 23, 1966.
AYES: 4 - Smith, McGee, Putney, Leary `
NAYS: 1 - Alo (7/(41A
( 4__— _-+ _ Carried.
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MARINA: The Clerk read a letter from Kenneth S. Leasure, a lessor of a boat dock at
the municipal marina, calling attention to the need for dredging at the municipal marina
prior to the 1966 boating season.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Buildings & Grounds CommW.ee.for study
and report. Carried.
Mayor Johns wondered if the channel dug at the south end of the me4uR,. b the
contractor on the flood control project might not be used by the tri`t+t'tO s ire larger
boats than can be accommodated at the marina. After some discussion the, Superintendent
was authorized to make inquiries about this matter and report thereon to the Board at
a subsequent meeting.
W. SAUNDERS CONCESSION: The
renaw l or his concession at the
present terms and conditions.
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. A.lo
RE ')LVED, that Mr. Saunder's concession be renewed for the 1967
prc.sent terms and conditions, as requested by him; and that the
aui,.oriled to sign and execute renewal thereof on behalf of the
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Leary
Clerk read a letter from John w. Saunders requesting
Airport Park Marina for the 1967 season under its
Urcl/ )/9(_(
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Mayor and Clerk be
City. Carried.
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LAKE STREET BRIDGE - RT/b'AY: By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Leary
WHEREAS, the City needs approximately 0.8 of an acre of land, owned by Louis Uher
and Charles Foote, for the approach to he new Lake Street bridge, and
WHEREAS, the City has been unable to negotiate a price for the sale of said parcels
which is satisfactory to the property owners and the City,
AND WHEREAS, the City has scheduled the construction of the bridge approach immediately
upon completion of the bridge contract work which is scheduled for completion by the
middle of September,
MOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board recommends to the Council that the properties
in question be immediately taken by condemnation; and that the City Attorney be authori-
zed to obtain appraisals of said properties and proceed for immediate possession thereof.
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GARAGE MAIN -THAN CE FACILITY: The Superintendent reported receipt of a preliminary report
on the proposed garage maintenance facility submitted by T. G. Miller, consulting engineer.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Putney f" /9 (f• '
1) RESOLVED, that the Board accepts the preliminary Engineering Design Report, dated June
1966, prepared and submitted by T. G. Miller, consulting engineer, on the proposed
Garage Maintenance Facility to be located on Third Street.
2) that the Board authorizes Mr. Miller to proceed with the preparation of a final de-
sign and contract documents for a concrete block and frame building for this purpose
in accordance with recommendations contained in his preliminary report.
3) that the Council be requested to provide an additional amount of $100,000.00 in the
1967 budget to meet the increased cost of this project which is now estimated at
$330,000 00. Carried.
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T.G. MILLER - ENGINEERING SERVICES: Comm. Egan reported that T.G. Miller, P.E. had
submitted a proposal for consulting engineering services in connection with the pro-
posed construction and maintenance facility to be located on Third Street in the City
of Ithaca.
By q0.0,11,., ►,n: seconded by Comm. Yengo
'RESOLV 'Ata.proposal of T.G. Miller, P.E. for engineering'services in connection
with the construction and maintenance divisiorfacility be re'qpred to the Building
and Grounds Committee for study and report. '
Carried.
T.G. MILLER ENGINEERING SERVICES: Comm. Leary recommended acceptance of a proposal
for the engineering services in connection with the construction of a Maintenance
Facility on Third Street presented by T.G. Miller, P.E. of Ithaca. The proposal pro-
vides for preliminary investigation, design study, and report for a fee of $3600; for
contract drawings and specifications and other documents and including assistance in
receivinge0¢.tabulating bids for a fee of $7200; and general supervision during con-
struction for' fee of $1800. It further provides that the City will furnish the con-
sultant witli.•4dequate surveys and borings on which to base his designs.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED; that the proposal for engineering services for the proposed construction and
maintenance division facility as presented by Thomas G. Miller, P.E. be accepted; and
that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the contract.
Carried.
T.G. MILLER PAYMENT: Comm. Leary recommended approval of a voucher submitted by T.C.
Miller, Consulting Engineer, in the amount of $1,?00.n0 for partial payment for the
preliminary phase of the design of the Public Yorks Garage and office building. He
advised that Mr. Miller's work was 50% completed.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $1,800.00, payable
to T,G. Miller, as partial payment for engineering services on the, Oppartment of Public
!Works garage and office building be approved for payment.
.Carried.
Comm. Leary reported receipt of a proposal from Besemer Construction Company fdr driving
test piles at the municipal garage site at the rate of $1.93 per foot for native maple
piles with bark on, $2.10 per foot for treated piles, $200.00 for moving in its equip-
ment and $600.00 per day to cover equipment and labor for driving the piles. He
estimated 240 feet of piling would be needed which could be driven in three days amount-
ing to a total estimated cost of $2,500.00.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the proposal received from Resemer Ccaslxygt.ion Company for driving
test piles at the site of the proposed Construction & Maintenance Garage be accepted
and approved.
`fit / /3J) /14,6 Carried.
He then presented a proposal received from Thomas C. Miller, consulting engineer, for
laying out, observing and evaluation of the driving of test piles for a total lump
sum payment of $400.00.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that Mr. Miller's proposal for the foregoing supervision etc. of the driving
of test piles be accepted and approved; and that the Superintendent be authorized to
proceed with the driving of test piling at this site at a total estimated cost p£ not
to exceed $3,000.00 which shall include Mr. Miller's fee for supervision, etc.
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MUNICIPAL GARAGE: Comm. Leary reported receipt of a preliminary engineering design
report on the proposed Corys,truction and Maintenance Garage. He recommended it be"ire
ferred to the Buildings s Grounds Committee.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the report of Thomas G. Miller, consulting engineering, on the pre-
liminary design of the Construction S Maintenance Garage be referred to the Buildings
and Grounds Committee for study and report. )q "
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T.G. MILLER PAYMENT: By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the amount of $1,800.00, payable to T.G.
Miller, for consulting services in connection with the preliminary design of he pro-
posed municipal garage be approved for payment. c..,/6L-7) / Y w
Carried.
T. G. MILLER PAYMENT: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Putney -wry, .23/ /96,4
RESOLVED, that a voucher in today's audit in the total net amount of $l7 .d0, payable to
T. G. Miller, consulting engineer, for engineering services and supervin of the con-
truction of the South and West Hill water tanks be approved for payment. Carried,
HOUGH AGREEMENT: Comm. Leary presented and recommended approval of an agreement
with B.K. Hough covering his services for soil test borings to be made at the site of
the proposed municipal garage, at a cost of not to exceed $1,500.00.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the agreement be approyft4 and_th t the Mayor be authorized to sign and
execute it on behalf of the City under its corporate seal.
/ 3' 6o Carried.
B.K. HOUGH PAYMENT: Comm. Leary also recommended approval of a voucher submitted by
B.K. Hough in the amount of $1,335.46 for his services on site investigation and
evaluation -for -the proposed garage facility, as provided in a contract for this work
approved by -the Board on April 13th.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm+ Putney-'•
RESOLVEDx;.that the vouchdrin tgday's,audit in the total amo4nt of $1,335.46, payable
to B.K.,41ough, be approved for payment`: - .
Ilk ii• Carried.
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SIDEWALK ASSESMENTS: The Clerk read a memorandum from the City Engineer indicating
that two private sidewalks had peen replaced by the city during 1965 in accordance with
the -Board'F action of September 22, 1965 as follows:
Location of Sidewalk Owner of Property Fronta e Cost of Repairs Total Assmt.
504 S. Cayuga Street James A. Kendall 1. ft. $744.25 + 10% = $ 818.68
209 S. Aurora Street Rudolph M. Saccucci 445 sq. ft. 289.25 + 10% = 318.18
He reported that these improvements were assessable against the respective abutting
property owners and suggested that the Board levy them and authorize a hearing be held
thereon as required by the City Charter.
fly Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the foregoing sidewalk assessments be and the same hereby are approved
and levied against the owners or occupants or against the unknown owners of such lands
or premises abutting upon such streets and benefitted thereby, which properties are
deemed to have been benefitted; and further that assessments be levied in accordance
with the schedule thereof which has been filled in •e office of the City Clerk for
the construction and/or repair of sidewalks on the basis of cost +10%, and
BE IT FURTHER .+RESOLVED, that the public hears~ required by the City Charter to be held
on t10,1evy of said assessments be held at c,he Board's next regular meeting on February
23, 1166, at which time the property owners' objections, if any, to said assessments
will be heard.
AYES: 5
NAYS: 0
Carried and approved by Mayor.
CURB & GUTTER ASSESSMENTS: The Clerk reportea tnat the two property owners against
which sidewalk assessments were levied by the Board on February 9th. had been notified
of the levy and:advised that the Board would take action on this date to confirm the
assessments if nb objections thereto were registered.
No one appearedAlio be tigtrd.
Bj Comm. Leary: secondeA by Comm. Egan
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held by the Board of Public Works on sidewalk assess-
ments fp+r the construction and/or repair of sidewalks at 504 South Cayuga Street and
209 SoAth Aurora Stre respectively, and
WHERE A bot ;Propertners affected have been given an opportunity to appear before
the BoOtA andKapply to have their assessments altered or corrected as justice may re-
quire
NOW,TRROORE•BE IT RESOLVED, that the said assessments in the total amount of $1,137.36
be ''fidw here': are finally approved and recommended to the Common Council for confirmation
thel in accordance with the following schedule:
_,,..er's Name Location Assessment
J'= es A. Kendall 504 South OiengiAtreet $ 818.68
209 South Cayuga-ttreet 318.68
Total $1,137.36
Rudolph M. Saccucci
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Carried.
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ILLUMINATING SIGNS: Alderman Stailman reported that the Building Commissioner had re- .
quested approve) of two applications for signs as the necessary requirements had been
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met.
By Alderman Staliman: seconded by Alderman Clynes
RESOLVED, that the application of Cayuga Signs, Inc. for installation of a sign twenty
four square feet to be installed at 805 Taber Street for National Auto -Wield add an
application of Cayuga Signs, Inc., for installation of a sign of eighteen square feet at
102 West State Street for Ken Malone Studios be approved Carried.
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MORRIS HEIGHTS: Alderman Saccucci reported receipt of a request from Colin Moore, a
resident of Morris Heights, asking that this street be taken over as a city street and
made safer for its residents.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that this request be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report.
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Carried.
PAUL ,TABER RT/WAY: Comm. • , ":. ti > �,; cd: seeptance ,of. a deed for an easement from
P2u1�.`* G Vrina Taber which wa, `': a'�t' they last meeting of the Board.
Bg.omm. Yengo: second by�tomm. Q ary
RE OLVLD, that the de :::from Paul f Vrina Taber conveying an easement to the City for
utility lines across lots #22, 23, 24 and 25 on the Westmount subdivision be accepted
and the City Clerk directed to file it in the County Clerk's Office.
Carried.
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SHOPPING PLAZA GARBAGE COLLECTION: Comm. McGee reported that a request had been re-
ceived from the operators of the Shopping Plaza on the Elmira Road for refuse collection
on a twice -a -week basis similar to that provided for Ithaca's Central Business Area.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the request be granted; and that the Superintendent be authorized to
make arrangements to collect refuse twice a week in this area where it is required.
9vaxl J3 ) /q 6 Carried.
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U.S. NAVAL RESERVE TRAINING CENTER LEASE: The Clerk read a notice from the U. S. Navy
Department electing to renew its lease with the city for the year commencing July 1,
1966 nnd ending June 30, 1967 covering a parcel of land containing approximately 1.5.
acres along M. Cay -ga Street which is the site of the Reserve Training Center.
3y Comm. Leary: s^con.d by Comm. Putney
'ESGLVD, that the request of the U.S. Navy Department for renewal of its lease be ap-
pioved for the'period July 1, 1966 to June 30, 19E7', under its present terms and con-
ditions, and th:t the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and execute renewal
thereof on behalf of the City and under its Corporate Seal. Gc'u a y (9c'4,
Carried.
U.S. NAVAL RESERVE TRAINING CENTER LEASE: The Clerk read a notice from the U.S. Navy
Derartment electing to renew its lease with the City for the year commencing July 1,
1966 and ending June 30, 1967 covering an area of 0.51 of an acre along N. Cayuga Street
adjoining the Reserve Training Center. He recommended approval of the request.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Smith Nie. 'Sr /
RESOLVED, That the request of the U.S. Navy Department for renewal of its lease be
approved for the period July 1, 1966 to June 30, 1967 under its present terms and
conditions; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and execute renewal
thereof on behalf of the City under its Corporate Seal. Carried.
N.Y.S. ELECTRIC 4 GAS CORPORATION LEASE: The Clerk reported that the lease between
tie ity an. I. ectric as orporation covering the entire first floor of the
premises now owned by the City and locatec1»23 South Cayuga Street had expired on
December 31, 1965 and that renewal thereof under its present terms and condition had
been requested for the year 1966. Ile presented a proposed lease for the year ending
December 31, 1966 for approval.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that the lease as presented be approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk
be authorized to sign and execute it on behalf of the city, under its Corporate Seal.
Carried.
NEW YORK STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORPORATION LEASE: The Clerk read a letter from New York
State Electric & Gas Corporation requesting renewal of its lease of office space at 123
South Cayuga Street for the year 1967 under its present terms and conditions.
By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. McGee y) / (v (e,
RESOLVED, that the request be approved under its present terms and conditions and at an
annual rental of $4,800.00; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed
to sign and execute in behalf of the City under its Corporate Seal. Carried.
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CITY HALL & FIRE STATION SALE: Comm. Leary reported that Urban Renewal Agency had
offered the City $111,000.00 for the old City Hall and NO. 2 Fire Station including
the site occupied by both buildings being an area with 99 feet frontage on East Seneca
and 132 feet on N. Tioga Street.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the Board recommends to the Council that it accept this offer and sell
these buildings and site to the Urban,Renewal Agency on conditions in the sale and
demolition contract.
Carried.
PETITIONS & HEARINGS BEFORE THE COUNCIL : Mayor Johns stated at this point he would
entertain the Urban Renewal motion in order for the people present to present their
views.
By Alderman Rundle, Seconded by Alderman Barrett
RESOLVED, that the Common Council hereby approves the acquisition of Urban Renewal Block,
parcels number 204-2 (Arthur Staliman property), 204-3 (Cayuga Motors property) and
204-16 (Cutting Motors property) for the purpose of public metered parking at a total
cost not to exceed $500,000 . Such costs to include costs of property demolition of
buildings, metering, paving, and landscaping. This action is contingent upon approval
of a satisfactory development plan for the entire block. Total costs are to be applied
as a grant-in-aid credit against the City's share of Urban Renewal.
Arthur Golder, representing the property owners of Block 204 of project No. I, passed
to the councilmen a pamphlet entitled " A Presentation and Analysis Report on a Pro-
posed Mercantile and Parking Development." He urged the councilmen to think about the
effects of this proposal before making their decision.
Dave Cutting of Cutting Motors then submitted to the councilmen a pamphlet "Urban
Renewal Proposal by Cutting Motors, Inc." He asked the council to consider his pro-
posal before making their decision.
At this point Mayor Johns asked for the resolution to be read again and then asked for
a roll call vote.
Ayes: Clynes, Saccucci, Rosica,
Nays: Hughes, Staliman, Yavits.
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Rundle, Hunt, Barrett, Tolles, Hart
Carried
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E. GREEN STREET BUILDING: Comm. Leary reported that the city -owned building located
at reen treet ad been vacated by its tenant because it is scheduled to be
demolished in preparation for the development of the parking lot in connection with
the city's contribution to Urban Renewal in the Project I area.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm'. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent.be authorized to demolish the building at 118 E.
Green Street and make the site available for metered public parking on,the same basis
as the adjacent parking lot; and that the Superintendent be authorized to dispose of,
at private sale, any salvageable parts of the building.
Carried.
URBAN RENEWAL PROPOSALS: Comm. Leary presented three separate proposals being con-
sidered by the Urban Renewal Agency as follows:
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1) The Urban Renewal Agency is considering a proposal f om a developer for the block
bounded by East State, South Aurora, East Green and South Tioga Streets. This
proposal would require, among other things, that a parking ramp of three stories
providing 200 spaces be built parallel to East Green Street between South Aurora
and South Tioga Streets. It is proposed that the ramp be constructed as a joint
project with the developer and the City each sharing half the space and half the
cost. The Agency would lika to know whether the Board of Public Works would
.recommend such a proposal.
2) The Urban Renewal Agency is .entertaining a proposal which would 'tequirerngt'',
other things, that the City dispose of its interest in the Eagles .Rui1d- � �71's
r ,• pro+osa1 provides that the developer would use the first floor as psen4i7t' ;nd
make the pdBand third floors available to the city for its yo • do
� a 1 , •� •� ��'ae . The Agency would, like to'know whether the Roa ubl � � ;�
Ilff Work� "f`ecommend such a proposal.
3)'' fihei• ban,jonewallipency states that the proposed Woolco Development in the .block.
bounded by South Cayuga Street, ast Green Street, South Tioga Street;*;and fix--:
Mile Creek could be expedited if the City would purchase the land wh i owilillitp6.
in this'llildte but is not presently included in the Urban Renewal area a ',
proposal would require that the City clear the land and develop it as p-Olia
parking .space. The Agency would like to know if the Board of Public t s'4/ou1d
recommend a*proposal . •1 Jr
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He stated t B tc meeting as a Committee -of -the Whole, had diseu. �i'tI70e
proposals 41, as receptive to them. Comm. Alo stated that he was not r '.itive
to the proposal concerning the Woolco development until he had heard the plans .of
businessmen presitly located in the area.
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FLORAL AVENUE: Comm. Smith reported present plans indicate that Flood Protection
construction will require the taking of about 10 of the 30 houses on the east side
of Floral Avenue between West State Street and a point 500 feet south of West Clinton
Street. The remaining properties will be so reduced in depth (none over 70 feet) an
area as to be unsuitable for residential purposes in their present zoning classification.
The best use of the land between Floral Avenue and the Flood Protection Project is for
park purposes.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works reaffirm its action of July 14, 1965 by which
it approved in principle the acquisition of these properties.
Carried.
Ithaca College golf fees for use of municipal golf course 1
Central Business Area Beautification by individual merchants 2
• Lehigh Valley Railroad Loop relocation 3
J. R. Pellingra payment request - LVRR loop relocation project 4
O'Brien & Gere payment request - LVRR relocation project 5
Giles Street, City lot at 608 - purchase offer from Leland Snow 6 & 9
Giles Street, City lots at 608, 702, 704 - purchase offer from D. Lucente 6 & 8
Floral Avenue, Hazel Baker property -proposal to sell to City of Ithaca 6
Fire Station No. 6 - portion of display kitchenette from NYSE&G bldg. donated 7
Central Fire. Station No. 9 - possibly to be demolished 7
Lucente request to purchase City land on Giles St. - Board action 8 & 9 (6)
Snow request to purchase City land on Giles St - Board action 9 (6)
Municipal Marina needs dredging - Supt. will investigate 10
Concession - Airport Park Marina for 1967- contract with Saunders renewed 10
Lake Street right of way - condemnation of properties at approach to bridge 11
Garage Maintenance Facility - preliminary report on proposal 12
T. G. Miller payment request for construction of garage on Third Street 13 & 14
B. K. Hough payment request - proposed garage facility 14
Sidewalk assessment; curb & gutter assessments (City of Ithaca program) 15
• Illuminating signs to be installed at 805 Taber St and 102 W. State St. 16
Morris Heights - request for City to take over as City street 17
Westmount subdivision deed for easement accepted by City 17
Commercial Avenue subdivision plan proposed; additional water mains in 18
street approved
Rates for repair of streets, curbs & gutters 19
Shopping Plaza garbage collection arranged 20
US Naval Reserve Training Center lease executed 21
NYSEG lease of office space at 123 S. Cayuga - renewal 22
City Hall & Fire Station sale to Urban Renewal Agency approved 23
Petition & hearings before Council on sale of properies to Urban Renewal Ag. 23
E. Green Street Building at 118 East, to be demolished by DPW 24
Urban Renewal Agency proposals 1) parking ramp parallel to E. Green St., 24
2) Eagles Building to be made available to Youth programs; 3) Woolco
Development proposes that City purchase land and develop it
Floral Avenue - Flood protection plans will require taking of 10 houses 25
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BULLDOZER REPAIRS: comm. Egan reported that the bulldozer which has been in use at
the land fill is in need of extensive track repairs and is consequently out of service
and a substitute piece of equipment of the Water and Sewer Department is being used
in place of it. Experience has shown that it is impracticable to get adequate com-
petitive bids on the repair and replacement of track and undercarriage replacements.
A quotation has been received which the Superintendent believes to be from a reliable
track .rebuilder at a reasonable cost.
By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. McGee.
WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works has certified' the urgent and immediate
need to repair the track equipment on Allis-Chalmers Bulldoter #174 estimated at a
cost of $3,300, and
WHEREAS, previous advertising for this type of work has produced no bids'q nd
WHER? AS, an estimate in the above amount for this work ha0.,been "i`eceived from
Roller Rebuilders, Inc. of Mattydale, New York, and
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WHEREAS, it is the sense of the Board that no benefit, financial`. -Or otherwise
accrue to the City by adve''tising for bids on this work,
Track
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Public'Jorks•be authorized
to proceed with said repairs by the Track Roller Rebuilders;'Inc. at an estimated
cost not to exceed $3,300.00 without the formality of bidding.
AYES: 5
NAYS: 0
Carried and approved.
RELOCATING WATER & SEWERFACILITIES
The Clerk read a letter from N.Y.S. Department of Public Works including forms for the
final accounting of work done by the city in relocating water and sewer facilities re-
lating to Northeast Arterial, FAC 64-10, under contract #UA1140. The total cost of.
the work amounted to $19,487.03 with a retained percentage of $1,948.71 beinghtill
due to the City. It was requested that the City sign copies of vouchers for•-ef;i+-
tained percentages and execute a General Release relating to this work.
By Comznw•Yengo: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the'final accounting for relocating water and sewer facilities by city
forces on Northeast Arterial, FAC 64-10, under State contract #UA 1140, in the total
amount of $19,487.03 be approved; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and hereby are
authorized and directed to sign and execute the required General Release on behalf 'of
the City, under its Corporate Seal; and that the City Clerk be directed to return all
requested documents including the State's voucher for retained percentages of $1,948.71
to N.Y. State Department of Public Works as requested.
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Carried.
ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION: Controller Russell reported receipt of a request from the
Assistant Superintendent for an additional appropriation of $25,000.00 to finance the
purchase of a new Dynahoe, head house for Sewage Treatment Plant, and new water meters
for Lansing Water District.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby requests the Common Council to appropriate an additional
amount of $25,000.00 to the Water & Sewer Division to finance the cost of purchasing
the following items of equipment:
One Dynahoe
Head house for Sewage Treatment Plant
Water meters for Lansing !later District
$ 15,000.00
5,000.00
5,000.00
$ 25,000.00
Carried.
GARBAGE' PACKER APPROPRIATION: Comm. Putney reported that garbage packer #5 is in urgent
need of repair. A cost of needed parts has been quoted by Clark Municipal Equipment
'Company in the amount of $3,574 with installation to be performed by our own mechanics
Cost of a new packer body is estimated at $5,500 - $6,000. Repairs will give us an in-
creased life to this body of 3-4 years leaving only the chassis to be replaced in 1967.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the Board requests the Common Council to appropriate the sum of $2,600.00
to budget account #A-114, waste collection, to pay part of the cost of repairing this
equipment with the understanding that the balance of the cost will be provided from
funds in the current budget. Carried.
ITHACA HOUSING AUTHORITY: Clerk read a letter from the Ithaca Housing Authority advising
that the estimate amount of payment in lieu of Taxes for the Elderly Housing project at
Third and Hancock Streets is $3000.00. The annual amount of taxes that would have been
levied were $55,185.00 and the amount of taxes levied is approximately $4361.00.
By Alderman Stallman: seconded by Alderman Hart
RESOLVED, that the letter be referred to the Finance Committee. 7�°
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Carried.
CONTINGENT FUND: Controller reported that the Starling Control program was
of funds and in order to be effective should be continued.
By Alderman Stallman: seconded by Alderman Rundle j-- � 7i / 9- t
RESOLVED; that the sum of $250.00 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund to currn
appropriations Budget Account #(A -82E-250) to Finance additional costs c.T to Star;!;.1g
Controi< program.
Ayes: 11
Mayes: 0
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RESOLVED, that the Board hereby requests the Common Council to provide an appropriation of
$577,860.00 in its 1967 General Fund budget to finance the following projects:
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Gravel basing existing streets
Curb & gutter renewal
Machine paving streets
Shade tree replacement
Pneumatic concrete wall maintenance
Storm drain - 200 block of Elmira Road
Storm drain --300 block of Elmira Road
Settling dam - East of Spencer Road ),
Cass Park ball field improvements
Ithaca Road resurfacing /(e.l
Dryden Road widening and resurfacing
North Cayuga Street resurfacing
Elm Street retaining walls improvement
Ferris Place retaining wall improvement
W. Green -S. Plain Street traffic light
Parking lot C (Old City Hall) improvements
South Cayuga Street bridge
Public Workd Garage (additional funds)
North Tioga Street storm sewer
Taughannock Boulevard bridge
University Avenue storm sewer
Reserve for replacement of buses
New Central Fire Station (Acquisition of additional
land and improvement of parking lot)
$10,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
3,500.00
6,000.00
3,500.00
3,700.00
20,000.00
9,500.00
11 ,500,00
55,600.00
8,000.00
3,760.00
4,000.00
11,000.00
23,500.00
100,000.00
5,000.00
2,300.00
115,000.00
5,000.00
12,000.00
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West Buffalo Street relocation 45,000.00
City Hall air conditioning 50,000.00
Stewart Park swimming area improvement 5,000.00
Total $57T,860.00 Carrted•
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED,THAT the Board hereby requests the council to provide an appropriation of
$166,000.00 in the Water Fund Budget to finance the following projects during 1967:
West Hill development area - extension of water mains
Flood Control area - replacement of water mains
Other new development areas - water lines
Vinegar Hill water pumping station
Cornell Street water main improvement
Cascadilla Street water main improvement
Fire protection at the city dump
Total
20,000.00
40,000.00
10,000.00
85,000.00
6,000.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
$166,000.00
Carried,
8y Comm. Putney : seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that he Boa
hereby requests
the
provide
appropriation
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of $121,000.00 in the sewerfundbudgettofinance the followingproects during
N. Tioga Street (100 block) replacement of sewer line 3,500.00
Flood Control area - replacement of sewer lines
40 000,00
West Hill development area - extension of sewer mains 10,000.00
New sewage digestor - preliminary studies 50,000.00
Other new development areas - sewer lines 10,000.00
Wait Avenue sewer replacement 7,500.00
Total $121,000.00
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BIDS - EQUIPMENT: It was reported that the Council had approved an appropriationof
$5,000.00 to finance the purchase of new water meters for the Lansing Water;District
but that it had withheld, approval of appropriations of $154b0 OO:fM the purchase of
a new Dynahoe and $5,000.00 for a;, head house et_+t,hs pwage Treatfien '`'Ptat .requested
by the Board on May 25th.
It was, reported that the Council, by its act iori, wa00615t oppQ' d Ao the: Roard's 'request
for the two additional items but felt that eQ Superintendent should revie't epro-
posed capitaL';�i vement projects included it the current, budget`s to; spa' i mere are
not some whOsh coft b* completed this year and thereby leave un fu "'that,could
be transfer . hiii he budget. Four members of 00e Cbufiel1 were p'resenf'agreed
that this wa ke reason the Council withheld action' on the Boa request.
5nue to
the lateness of the season, it was decided to advertise fdr bids'on the Dynahoe pending
appropriation of funds by the Council at a later date.
By Comm. Mcfee: seconded by Comm. Yengo
WHEREAS, i't is the opinion of this Board that a transfer and/or appropriation of
suffi.cien"t funds for a new Dynahoe and'a new head house at the Sewage, Treatment Plant
will'be;authorized by the Council at one. of kts subsequent meetings,.and
WHFREKt,',the Board's stated. opinion is based On the verbal opinions expressed at this
session by Alderman Hart, Hughes,Alunt and Saccucci ,
MOW THEREFORE R'B 1T RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to advertise for
bids on the Dynahpe:in anticipation of funds being provided to finance same by the
Common Council.
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Carried.
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Bulldozer repairs authorized 1
Relocating water and sewer facilities on Northeast Arterial approved 1
Additional appropriation to purchase new Dynahoe approved 2
Garbage Packer appropriation approved for repairs 2
Ithaca Housing Authority, tax levy referred to Finance Committee 2
Contingent fund to be used to control starling program 2
Budge requests for 1967 3
Equipment bids; transfer of funds to cover 4
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QUARRY STREET STOP SIGNS: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that stop signs be installed on Quarry Street at its intersection with East
Seneca Street for traffic proceeding in either direction on Quarry Street; and that the
Common Council be requested to amend Section 15-179 of the Traffic Ordinance to provide
for its enforcement. Se F, 9 N (' Carried.
NORTH PLAIN STREET PARKING METERS:
By Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. Putney 1/47Ly7) - / , Z' G,
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to replace parking meters on the east
side of North Plain Street, from State Street to Seneca Street; and that the Council
be requested to amend section 15-183 of the traffic ordinance to include this area as
a parking meter zone. Carried.
EAST HILL PARKING REQUEST: Mr. Francis W. Egan, representing the East Hill Merchant's
Association,7 limits on thirty-nine parking meters on both sides of the east section
of the Corson lot be changed from ten to two hours. He also requested that parking
meters on adjacent streets be changed likewise from ten to two hours as follows:
On Dryden Road up to Bryant Avenue
On Oak Avenue up to Summit Avenue /9(/ r° (� �- (%
On College Avenue to Catherine Street
On Eddy Street to Seneca Street
By Comm. Yengr: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Traffic & Parking Committee for study
and report. Carried.
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TWENTY FOUR HOUR PARKING: The Board of Public Works has recommended that 24 hour park-
ing not be permitted on any streets and that alternate side street parking be reinstated.
By Alderman Hunt: seconded by Alderman Tolles \S -e- /, 7i /9°
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RESOLVED, that the recommendation of the Board of Public Works be referred to the
Charter and Ordinance Committee and the Public Safety Committee. Carried.
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ROUTE 79 AND ROUTE 366 SIGNS:' Alderman Hart felt that -signs on Meadow Street directing
traffic to Route 79 were inadequate and should be impiJved somehow. He felt also that
there wa ' need for abetter sign on Mitchell Street at Ithaca Road directing traffic
t.o Roi M. t 66.
The sea.
were r�. eil/e to the "Traffic & Parkin Committala*
rt.
By ComM .
nded by Comm. Leary
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ROUTE ;392 POSTING: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm.
RESOLVED, t..nt a request received from New York State Department of
permission to post State Route #392 within the City, from Meadow St
and University Avenue to its present terminus at Stewart Avenue, be
tudy Od report.
DS,r9�6
.Works for
reet via Court Street
approved. Carried.
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SOUTH AURORA STREET: Alderman Saccucci referred to a fatal accident ,caue,d,
runaway truck on S•"c�'uth Aurora Street on July 15th. He recommended the construct1dn .of
a "nylon -net" type of a barrier on the east side of Aurora Street to help control such
run -away trucks from coming into the downtown area. No action was taken on hid•-•
suggestion. c- '/ 7 / /9 w 6
°')UTH.H:LL "I'C'I: ASS"N REQUESTS: -i;. ;lerk reEld a letter from the South Hill Civic Assoc-
iation regav:ling the following subj.. Es:
L..:•- ra ''..ret.. It objected to a propor.ed plan of the Planning Board to make
S. n /,urora Street one-way up hill in two traffic lanes from South Aurora Street
bridge to Hillview and one-way down in two lanes from Hillview to the Bridge.
2. South Hill Traffic. It announced its intention to appoint an Ad -Hoc South Hill Traffic
Solution Committee to help solve the bad t•af-:: problems of the area through its
cccper.ti-,n with the Planning Board, the Board o,- Public Works, and the Greater Ithaca
Rejiona: Planning Board.
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By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the letter be referred to the Superintendent for review with the proper
committees of the Board. Carried.
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SOUTH HILL CIVIC ASSN. REnUESTS: The Clerk read a letter from the South Hill Civic
Assn. making the following requests:
1) A schoorl quaPc.�t the school crosswalk on 14-il,4view Plaoe.
2) 15 mph. ;Stead limit signs fax school area* be posted on Hillview and Hudson Streets.
3) A sidewalk on'the south side of Hillview P1 , bitAurora and Hudson Street.
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Py Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the letter from South Hill Civic'AS'sn, be referred to the Traf•yic Engineer
for study and report at the next meeting of the Boa d.
a- (L- Carried.
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TIOGA-CAYUGA ONE-WAY TRAFFIC: In deference to a group of business people from South
Cayuga Street who were present to voice their objections to a proposal to make S. Cayuga
Street a one-way street southbound from Seneca to Green Street, Mayor Johns called upon
Commissioner Smith who reported that the Traffic & Parking Committee had reviewed the
problem of Central Business District traffic congestion together with the factors which
contribute to such congestion. It is the Committee's opinion that:
(a) It is absolutely essential to maintain the major east -west traffic flow on the
Arterial streets thru the Central Business District;
(b) Traffic congestion can be reduced by minimizing interference with the east -west
traffic movements.
(c)
The proposed Tioga-Cayuga one-way traffic plan would add to present congestion and
further interfere with and impede the movement of traffic on the Seneca Street and
Green Street Arterial Highways.
He therefore recommended that the proposal be rejected.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Tioga-Cayuga Street one-way traffic plan proposal be rejected as
recommended by the Traffic & Parking Committee.
Carried.
LOADING ZONES: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that a request for removal of LOADING ZONE signs on the east sicae of North
Tioga Street, between State and Seneca Street, and on the east side of South Tioga Street,
between State and Green Street, be r ferred to the Parking & Traffic Committee for
study and report. 4/,/ S 6 Carried.
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TRAFFIC COMMITTEE'S REPORT: Comm. Alo made the following report on traffic items
brought to the Board's attention at its meeting held on November 24, 1965:
a) Stop sign on Chestnut Street at Sunrise Road - the Traffic Engineer has reported
to this Committee that such a stop sign has been erected.
b) Sidewalks adjacent to Army Reserve property on Chestnut Street and Sunrise Road -
the Army has notified the City that sidewalks will be constructed early in 1966.
c) Investigate need for a footbridge over the gully on Chestnut Street - the City
Engineers Office reports that sufficient width exists for a sidewalk and curbing
on the east side of Chestnut Street over the gully and present culvert without
building a footbridge.
d) Leading green signal for northbound Meadow Street Traffic at State Street -
The City Engineer's Office has written the New York State District Engineer
requesting installation of the leading green timer at this intersection and
is now awaiting a reply.
e) Meadow Street traffic signal splits'- the traffic signals on Meadow Street have
been checked by the Engineer's Office, adjusted where necessary, and are now
functioning in the manner established by the N.Y.S. D.P.W. District Traffic
Engineer.
f) West Seneca Street - two-way traffic - West Seneca Street is operating as a
two-way street between Fulton Street and Cayuga Inlet and such operation appears
to be satisfactory to adjacent businesses.
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SOUTH CAYUGA STREET: The Clerk read a letter from N.J. Chacona, 125 S. Hill Terrace,
requesting that parking he limited to two hours in the 500 block of South Cayuga St.
and on South Hill Terrace, on a 90 -day trial basis. He felt this was necessary be-
cause employees of Morse Chain Company are using these streets for all -day parking
due to the Company's expansion program.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that Mr. Chacona's letter be referred ` G 6 /e?6,4, Carried.
study and report.
SOUTH CAYUGA & TERRACE HILL PARKING: By Comm. Alo:-seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the Board approve an experimental parking regulation on South Hill
Terrace and on South Cayuga Street, south of Spencer Street, which will limit parking
to two hours between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. ti�,`"" 0a 7)/ Q�
to the Parking & Traffic Committee for
Carried.
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HECTOR STREET: In response to a request by Alderman Saccucci for improved speed and
traffic signs on Hector Street, Traffic Engineer Flumerfelt reported that the slow sign
adjacent to the State Street intersection, which was hardly visible, had been replaced
by a "YIELD" sign and that new speed limit signs would be erected along Hector Street
where necessary.
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ELMIRA ROAD TRAFFIC: Alderman Saccucci recommended that signs be installed on Elmira Road
southwest of the traffic light at the South Meadow Street intersection indicating that
the two lanes of traffic narrow to one lane.
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Smith �6. G
RESOLVED, that the recommendation be referred to the Superintendent for action. Carried.
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SOUTH TIOGA STREET PARKING LOT: The Supt. presented a proposed lease between the City and
the Urban Renewal agency providing for the leasing by the Agency to the City of a parcel
of land at the corner of S. Tioga and E. Green Streets for temporary use as an off-street
parking lot.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the lease be ap7roved; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to
sign and execute it on behalf of the City under its Corporate Seal; and that the Super-
intendent be authorized to establish temporary parking gp this site at the rate of 10
cents per hour with a two-hour time limit. C -'-/ / 0 , 1 Carried.
BRYANT AVENUE PARKING: Alderman Hart reported receipt of a petition to return part of
Bryant Avenue to alternate side all-night street parking
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Leary ��� / 9G
RESOLVED, that this matter be referred to the Parking 6 Traffic Committee for Study
and report. Carried
BRYANT AVENUE PARKING: By Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. Putney ‘-//.-1).(-2/ ,
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby recommends to the Council that it remove the 24-hour(
parking privilege on the northeast side of Bryant Avenue, from Ithaca Road to Harvard
Place; and that it amend the section 15-124 of the traffic ordinance to provide for
this.
Carried.
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WEST SENECA STREET: Alderman Saccucci presented a joint
Seneca Street and the Seneca Hotel, 63i. W. Seneca Street
in their.a ea to two hours.
By Comm.': seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that these requests be referred to the Parking
port
request of the Paddock, 632 W.
, to increase the parking limit
t' ,..,, /3'6C
& Jraffi,c Comm.for study & re
Carried.
SOUTH MEADOW STREET TRAFFIC: Alderman Saccucci reported that southbound traffic on
South Meadow Street finds it difficult to make a left turn into the Shopping Plaza.
He recommended the following:
1) that a sign be installed on South Meadow wAtrnJ.ng northbound traffic to slow down
for this entrance.
that the entrati'ce'to` thy; S•bpgping Plaza be separated to more clearly indicate
separate lanes for incom :ng.8nd outgoing traffi.0
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that thiSinatter be referred tgjhe Traffic & Parking Committee for study
and report. '4:W 1 Carried.
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WEST STATE STREET: Alderman Saccucci recommended that parking on West State Street in
front::of Woody's Paint Store be reviewed with the idea of restricting it to not more
than one-hour parking.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVID,"that the matter be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee for study and
report.
Carried.
WEST STATE STREET: B'y Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan•,
RESOLV D, .that the Traffic Engineer be authorized anti d 'ectmkt"`parking in the
1000 block of West State Street to a one-hour limit oti a 90 da AiTal basis.
%/ ; 144'
4` Carried.
W. STATE STREET PARKING LOT: Comm. Alo presented a request from the Board of Fire • -
Commissioners that all of the parking meters on the west boundary of the parking lot
on West State Street adjacent to the site of the new Fire Station be removed -so that
the spaces released may be used by the contractors for the storage of their equipment
and material. The Fire Commissioners further request that on or a,bdut the first of
July and for a period of 3 to 4 weeks the entire lot be closed to public parking in
order that the contractor mny hav '§pace to stage the necess iy framing for the build-
ing
Ry Comm. Alo: secondedby Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the ro y k:t• of the Fire,Commissio rs for the use Of the Municipal Park-
ing lot in the 300 bloc `o'f'West Stete ttteet for the staging and storing of construction
equipment and materials in accordance with their request of May 26, 1966 be approved.
AYES: 5
NAYS: 0
ABSTAINING: l - McGee
Carried.
PLAIN STREET TRAFFIC LIGHTS: The Clerk reported the Council has requested the Board to
study the need for traffic lights on Plain Street at its intersections with Seneca and
Buffalo Streets. Comm. Alo suggested that the need on Geneva Street at its intersections
with Seneca and Buffalo Streets be included in the study.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Smith �' 1
RESOLVED, that the need for traffic lights on both Plain and Geneva Street at these
intersections be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee for study and report.
Carried.
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HUDSON- STREET PARKING: The Clerk reported that the Council had extended the 90 -day
trial period to permit 24-hour parking on the south side of Hudson Street, between
Aurora and Giles Street, as an exception to Sec. 15-124 of the traffic ordinance and
requested the Board to make a report thereon to the Council.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee for study
and report. `l 19) ig(o (o Carried.
HUDSON STREET SCHOOL ZONE SIGNS: By Comm. )-io: seconded by Comm. McGee ;* 4
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the installation of appropriate school zone
signs on Hu:!son Street in the vicinity of the new South Hill School. Carried.
SPENCER ROAD SPEED LIMIT SIGNS: Alderman Saccucci recommended that speed limit signs be
posted on Old Spencer Road to protect school children i_n the area.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. McGee •S , / ac j / 6 G
RESOLVED, th<.t the recommendation be referred to the Highway Committee for study and
report.
li Carried.
OLD SPENCER ROAD SPEED LIMIT SIGNS: By Comm. McGee : seconded by Comm. Leary
RESILVEO, that the Superintendent be authorized to install such additional SPEED LIMIT
sigis on Old Spencer Road as he may deem necessary and useful to control traffic for
the protection of children who walk to school in this area. Carried.(c-//-�'-'
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COMMERCIAL AVENUE: Comm. McGee reported that Mr. Russell Marion of Canastota, New York
has presented a subdivision plan of Commercial Park Section #1 which proposes the •
development of land and a street to be known as Commercial Avenue leading southwesterly
and southerly from Elmira Road in the vicinity of the Cibhrer Club. Mr.j;Iarion's plan
has been tentatively approved by the Planning Board and has been approved by the City
Engineer with respect to the sewer installation. Mr. Marion now proposes to have the
sanitary sewer constructed for•'a distance of approximately 750' in the proposed
Commercial Avenue. He offers to present a certified check in the amount of $4500 which
Mr. Hannan has indicated..4 be•adequate to cover the cost of this installation. Mr.
Marion has also presented an offer of dedication of the street and has presented for
approval by the City Engineet a plan for the drainage and surface grading of the street.
By Comm. McGee seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the request of Mr. Marion for the construction of a sewer in proposed
Commercial Avenue be referred to the Water and Sewer Committee and the Highway Committee
for study and report for action at the next meeting.
s Carried.
COMMERCIAL AVENUE: Comm. McGee reported that Mr. Russell Marion's subdivision plan for
the development of land on Commercial Avenue had been reviewed by the Highway Committee
and it had been determined that, if accepted, the street could be constructed as designed.
He therefore recommended that Mr. Marion's request for the extension of 750' of sanitary
sewer in this area be approved.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that, upon receipt of a certified check in the amount of $4,500.00 from Mr.
Marion, the Sewer Department be authorized and directed to construct approximately 750
`feet of sanitary sewer in the proposed Commercial Avenue in accordance with plans pre-
viously approved by the City Engineer.
- Carried.
COMMERCIAL AVENUE: Assistant Superintendent Hannan requested authorization to install
about 750 feet of water main on Commercial Avenue at the same time as sewer main is
being installed there.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the request be .approved; and .t$at the Water Department be authorized
to install 750 feet of water main on Cofnmerciai 1Nenue at an estimated cost of $4,000.
:.1 Carried.
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CO'4IYiEi AVENUE: Comm. Yengo reported that Mr. Russell Marion had requested install-
atio of an additional 4+00P 'e44:of sewer main on Commerce. Avenue and he recommended
apal ` of the request!the work to be_ donel„at Mr. Marion's expense .
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Water & Sewer Division be authorized to install an additional 400
feet of sanitary sewer main in. Commercial Avenue provided that Mr. Marion deposit
with the City am amount sufficient to cover the cost thereof; and that the Water
Department be authorizes .Q install such additional water main in this street as may
be expedient during construction of the sewer main. .�
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Carried.
RULES OF fiHE BOARD - STREET REPAIR RATES: Comm. McGee recommended that the rules of
the Board, as ahown in Section 19-52 of the Code of Ordinances, be amended by increasing
the rates of the following street repairs to reflect their present day cost:
Curb and gutter - increase the rate from $3.00 to $4.00 per lineal foot.
4" concrete (sidewalk etc.) - increase the rate from $0.55 to $0.65 per sq. ft.
6" concrete (driveways, etc) - increase the rate from $0.70 to $0.72 per sq. ft.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that Chapter 19, Article II, Section 19-52 of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Ithaca, New York be amended by increasing the rates for the last three items
listed therein to read as follows:
Curb and gutter
4 inch concrete (sidewalks, etc)
6 inch concrete (driveways, etc)
Effective upon publication.
AYES: 5
NAYS f 0
$4.00 per lineal foot
Square Foot
$ 0.65
0.72
Carried and approved by the Mayor.
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RT. #13 - DEY STREET INTERSECTION: Comm. Alo called the Board's attention to the fact
that it had been denied a traffic light at the Route #13 - Dey Street intersection by
N.Y. State Traffic Commission and that in the meantime a fatal accident had occurred
there which took the life of Robert Cole, a local boy, on the night of April 24th.
Comm. Leary recommended that the signs on this route at its intersections with Dey,
Third, and Hancock Streets be changed to green and white similar to all other signs
along this route.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Traffic & Parking Committee of the Board
with authority to present it to the State Traffic Commission with a renewed plea for
installation of a traffic light and other safety measures along this highway.
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Carried.
R'JTE #:3 - D:Y STREET TRAFFIC SIGNAL: Superintendent Dingman repprted the State Traffic
C mission is studying the need for a traffic signal at the Route 13-Dey Street intersec-
t on and expects to make a final decision on this matter after a study of theFall traffic
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p ttern, resu'ting from the return of the students, has been evaluated.It e, /-ie—
DEY STREET TRAFFIC LIGHTS: Comm. Leary called attention to the fact that the State Traffic
Commission had recently approved a traffic signal for installation on Dey Street at its
intersection with Route 13 as soon as details are worked out. In this connection, he
recommended that the road signs on Route 13 at its intersections with Dey, Third and
Hancock streets should be the standard green and white rather than black and white ones
there now. This matter was referred to the Superintendent for pursuit with New York
State Department of Public Works in Syracuse. '-- -7 1 012 9,'/9c'
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MAPLEVO OD GROVE: The Clerk read a letter from Ronald P. Simpson, 505 Dryden Road, re-
questing that 24-hour parking be permitted on the west side of Maplewood Grove as an
exception to Sec. 15-124 of the traffic ordinance.
Cy Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESCLVED, that Mr. Simpson's request be referred to
study and report. •�`�` 2 7, /g C'
Carried.
the Parking S Traffic Committee for
MAPLEWOOD GROVE: By Comm. Alo: Seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the Board reccmnends that 24-hour parking be permitted on the west side
of Maplewood Grove and that the Council be requgs.ted to amend Section 15-124 of the
traffic ordinance to permit this. S:e, . 0:2f1 t Carried.
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DELAWARE AVENUE: Comm. Alo read a letter from Mrs. E. M. Hile, 200 Delaware avenue,
criticizing the 24-hour parking permitted on the west side of Delaware Avenue which
allows car owners to park their cars there for weeks and months at a time without ever
moving them.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary ( t��f� d i J y �^
RESOLVED, that Mirs. Hile's letter be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee fcr study
and report. Carried.
The Clerk advised that Mrs. Hile's letter had been read at the last Council meeting and
is being studied also by the Charter & Ordinance Committee of the Council.
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WEST BUFFALO STREET PARKING: Alderman Saccucci presented and read a letter from James
Franciamone, 623 West Buffalo Street, regarding the congested parking problem in the 600
block of West Buffalo Street. The letter was in the form of a petition, signed by about
a dozen other residents and property owners in the area, and it suggested that the Board
consider limiting parking in this area to one hour. c / j 6 6
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary �� % '
RESO VED, that the request be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee for study and
report. Carried.
WEST BUFFALO STREET PARKING: Alderman Saccucci requested the Board to consider ahour
parking time limit in front of 623 West Buffalo Street to serve James Franciamone's
Barber Shop
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary /f/9
RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee for study and
report.
Carried.._..
WEST BUFFALO STREET PARKING: Comm. Alo felt it is impossible to determine at this time
what will happen in the future in the development of the west end of the City and he
therefore recommended denial of a request to prohibit parking in the 600 block of West
Court Street except on a limited basis. ��� �-r�, �� ��
By Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that a request received at the last meeting to limit parking in the 600 block
of West State Street to two hours be denied. Carried
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STANDARDIZATION OF PARKING METERS.: By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Egan
WHEREAS, 1225 parking meters are. in service on the city streets and..in'inunicipal park-
ing lots, 'and
WHEREAS, a parking meter replacement schedul tp,in effect which insures the annual
replacement of 100 wo-.nor obsolete meters;.ancd funds are currently budgeted for -the,
purchase of 100 new mcIters in 1966, and
WHEREAS, in 1964, due to discontinued production' of the Dual parking meter, the
Common Council adopted a policy standardizing on parking meters of the Park -O -Meter
type as manufactured by the Rockwell Mfg. Co. and,
WHEREAS, it is deemed to be in the best interests of the City of Ithaca, for reasons
of efficiency and economy, to standardize on the type of parking meters to be used
in the _City for the following reasons:
1) There are 1225 parking meters currently being used on city,,»treets and in parking
lots.
`a,� The investment in a stock of parts that will have to tAl
k aintained for servicing
"' one standard type of meter will be less than if the Ci}, :ie required to service
several different types of meters...,- .0a,.
3)t The expense of servicing one type of meter when compared wi•;n servicing several.
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different types will be much less. .f';.
NOW; A'EFORE. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Commori� Council be .requested to adopt a
resolution, pursuan.tlCo•rSection 103 of the General Municipal Law, indicating that,
f9r reasons of efficiency and economy, there is a need for standardization of
parking meters in the City of Ithaca, and therefore authorize the Board of Public �/ 4
Works to purchase, after public binding, the Park -O -Meter. as -manufactured by the /1.46.4
Rockwell Manufacturing Co., in such quantities as there inAy-be funds appropriated AIWA
for that purpose during 1966`_ --
STANDARDIZATION
STANDARDIZATION OF RMRKING METERS: The Clerk reported that the Council had authorized
the standardization of Park -O -Meter: as the type of parking meter to be used in the
City for 1966 as requested by the Board.
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TRAFFIC LIGHT SYSTEM: Comm. Alo recommended engaging tine services of a traffic light
specialist to undertake a pilot program of inspecting, cleaning and repairing the city's
traffic light system at 15 of the most serious locations in the city at an estimated
cost of not to exceed $1,000.00 from funds for this purpose included in the current
budget.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes the Superintendent -to engage the services
of Utilities Contractors, Elmira, New York to undertake such a pilot project to in-
clude the following at an estimated cost of not to exceed $1,000.00:
1. Relamp all signals and adjust direction where necessary.
2. Clean all traffic signal lenses and reflectors.
3. Correct deficiencies on signals (replace worn gaskets., cracked lenses, etc.)
1+. Remov,'clean, inspect, replace worn parts (e.g. gears, cams, points, etc.)
lubricate, reinstall and check for proper operation all controllers, de-
tectors and accessory equipment.
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,STEWART AVENUE PARKING: Comm. Alo reported receipt of a request from Pasquaie
Piacentini to permit 24-hour parking in the 100 block of Stewart Avenue and on
University Avenue, between Willard play and Stewart Avenue.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the request to permit 24-hour parking on the 100 block of Stewart
Avenue and on University Avenue, from Willard Way to Stewart A enue, be denied.
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FERRIS PLACE PARKING: By Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. Putney 9, / 7 6
RESOLVED, that the No -Parking zone on the west side of Ferris Place, from the present
southerly end of the 24-hour parking zone to the Columbia Street bridge, be eliminated;
and that the Superintendent be authorized and directed to remove the signs. Carried.
FERRIS PLACE: The Clerk read a letter from Alan Chodos and Michael Werner, residents of
609 Ehst State Street, requesting the Board to remove the no parking restriction on the
west side of Ferris Place adjacent to the bridge. They also requested that parking be
permitted on one side of Quarry Street, between State and Ferris Place.
Dy Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. Putney "f4,
RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee for study and
report. Carried.
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TRAFFIC ORDI NCE TTN^M'11 Comm. Alo felt that car owners are abusing the 24-hour
rarking provision on certain streets, where it is permitted under section 15-124 of
the tra fic ordinance by storing their cars in the streets for long periods of time in
some c^zes. E'e.t?ic_e"are recommended, on behalf of the Parking & Traffic Committee,
that the exception to alternate side all-night street parking be repealed.
Cy Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. McGee Qac 21-(i/ 46, 6,
RESOLVED, that the Beard hereby recommends to the Common Council that Section 15-124 of
ti1e .-._ . 'c ~'': Ly,_i-epeal ing the exception to the streets listed
therein which will c';;;c!; the 24-hour parking now permitted under this section.
Carried
TRAFFIC ORDINANCE AMENDMENT: Comm. Alo reported that no parking zones on North Aurora,
Linn and Fall Streets,enforced under a 90 -day temporary regulation, had proven to be
satisfactory and he recommended amendment of the traffic ordinance to make them permanent.
By Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby recommends that the Council amend section 15-182 of the
Traffic Ordinance to provide for the following additional restricted parking zonest
No Parking 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
North Aurora Street; from Yates Street to Fall Street, east side.
Linn Street; from Cascadilla Creek to King Street, west side.
Fall Street; from Cayuga Street to Lake Street, south side,
Carried.
TRAFFIC ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS: By .,omm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to amend the Traffic Ordinance as follows:
1) Sec. 15-180 - Parking prohibited at all times on certain streets.
Add thereto:
Miller Street, south side, Cornell Street to Pearl Street.
Worth Street, north side, Cornell Street to Cobb Street.
2) Sec. 15-182 - Parking prohibited during certain hours on certain streets.
Add thereto:
No parking 8 A.M. to 4 PM.on school days:
King Street, north side, Aurora Street to Linn Street.
Queen Street, south side, Aurora Street to Linn Street.
Sec. 15-131 Passenger curb loading zones; use restricted. No person shall park
a vehicle for any purpose or period of time other than for the ..exPeditious load-
ing or unloading of passengers in any place marked as a passenger curb loading
zone during hours when the regulations applicable to such curb loading zone are
effective, and then only for a period not to exceed ten (10) minutes.
3)
Carried.
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TRAFFIC ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS: By Comm Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESGL , tat t e pard requests the Council to make the following amendments to the
traffic ordinance, which are in the natue of corrections rather than new amendments:
Sec. 15-181 Stoppi g, standing or parking prohibited at all times..onpertain streets.
Deletr in its entirety.
Sec. 15-190 - Standing prohibited at designated locations.
Add thereto:
College Avenue; west side, opposite No. 9 Fire Station, from a point in the
center thereof 75' in both directions.
State Street; north side, Aurora Street to Sage Place.
State Street; north side, from Tioga property line east 40' feet.
Add a new Section to Chapter 15, Article IX to read as follows:
Sec. 15-181 - Stopping prohibited at designated locations. The stopping of vehicles
is hereby prohibited in any of the following locations.
Seneca Street; south side, Aurora Street to Tioga Street.
Carried.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Board requests the Council to further amend the traffic ordinance
as follows:
Sec. 15-178 - One -Way streets and alleys
Delete therefrom:
Giles Street between Hudson and Columbia Streets, eastbound Traffic only.
Add thereto:
Giles Street, between Hudson and Columbia Streets, westbound traffic only.
Carried.
TRAFFIC ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS: Comm. Alo recommended several amendments to the Traffic
Ordinance which he advised were in the nature of corrections rather than new amendments.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to approve the following amendments to the
Traffic Ordinance:
Sec. 15-181 - Stopping, standing, or parking prohibited at all times on certain
streets. Delete in its entirety.
Sec. 15-190 - Standing prohibited at designated locations. The standing of vehicles
is hereby prohibited in the following designated locations:
Add thereto:
East State Street, north side, Seneca Way to Sage Place.
Add a new section to Chapter 15, Article IX to read as follows:
Sec. 15-181 Stopping prohibited at designated locations. The stopping of vehicles is
hereby prohibited in the following designated locations:
East Seneca Street, south side, Aurora Street to Tioga Street.
West State Street, northeast side, Buffalo Street to Cliff Street.
EMERGENCY REGULATIONS: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Chief of Police and the Traffic Engineer be authorized to promulgate
a 90 -day experimental regulation prohibiting parking from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday, on the following streets:
North Aurora Street; from Yates Street to Fall Street, east side
Linn Street; from Cascadilla Creek to King Street, Kest side Carried.
Fall Street; from Cayuga Street to Lake Street, south side.
TRAFFIC ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS: By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the Council 1 requested to amend paragraph (b) of Section 15-79 of
the traffic ordinate, `' E3arding speed limits by adding thereto the following additional
exception:
Carried.
Routes 13, 34 and 96 Elmira .Road and Meadow Street: Between a point eight hundred
(800) feet south of the intersection of old Meadow Street and Elmira Road (old Route
13) and the intersection of South Titus Avenue, forty (40) miles per hour.
Carried.
uomm. bmitn reported that the increased use of compact cars, motorcycles etc. has
caused an enforcement problem when more than one vehicle occupies a metered parking
spa .e and he recommended an amendment to the traffic -.ordinance to prohibit this.`.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to amend Section 15-148 of the traffic
ordinance.. by adding thereto the following:
d: king space shall be occupied by more khan one. vehicle.4
�,'. Carried.
By C a>mith: seconded by Comm. Egan 4
RESOL ,t.hat the.Council be requested to amend Section 15-180 of the traffic
ordinance ' f
De `etio �► 4
Turner "p{IacMoth sides, Fountain Street to D.L. & W railroad tracks.
Wy,c$tf Avenue; south ride, Thurston Jrenue to Lake Street.
• Tutub"r• Place; west,A41,4East _Spencer Street to D.L. & W railroad trabks,
'ckoff Avenue; south side,:Thurston AVenue to Highland Avenue.
. Carried.
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Quarry Street stop signs to be installed 1
N. Plain Street parking meters to be replaced on east side 2
• East Hill Merchant's Assoc. requests meters be changed form 10 to 2 hrs. 2
Alternate side parking - Board recommends reinstatement of regulation 3
Route 79 and Route 366 signs, better signage recommended 4
Route 392 posting approved 4
S. Aurora St. - suggestion of barrier to help control run -away trucks 5
S. Hill Civic Assoc. requests 1) to make S. Aurora one-way up hill in two 5
traffic lanes and one-way down hill in two lanes, 2) ad-hoc south hill traffic
solution committee to be created, 3) school guard at crosswalk on Hillview
Place, 4) 15 mph speed limit signs for school areas, 5) sidewalk on south
side of Hillview Place
Tioga-Cayuga one-way traffic proposal - residents object 6
N. Tioga Street loading zone signs - removal requested 6
Report on items by Traffic Committee 1) stop sign on Chestnut St; 2) sidewalks 7
adjacent to Army Reserve property on Chestnut/Sunrise, 3) investigation of
need for footbridge over gully on Chestnut St., 4) investigation of green
signal at northbound Meadow St., 5) Meadow St. traffic signal splits adjusted
where necessary, 6) West Seneca St. operation as two-way street between
Fulton and Cayuga Inlet
S. Cayuga Street - request to limit parking to 2 hrs. in 500 block of S. Cayuga 8
Street and on S. Hill Terrace; experimental parking regulation employed
Hector Street - request for improved speed and traffic signs 9
• Elmira Rd. traffic - request for signs indicating two lanes narrowing to 10
one lane at intersection southwest of traffic light
S. Tioga St. parking lot - proposed lease between City and Urban Renewal 11
to establish temporary parking, approved
Bryant Avenue parking - petition to remove 24 limit parking on northease side 12
W. Seneca St. - request to increase parking to 2 hr at 632 and 634 businesses 13
S. Meadow St. traffic -request that southbound traffic problem be eased for 14
left turns into shopping plaza by signage
W. State St. - one-hour limit on 1000 block on experimental basis 15
W. State St. parking lot - request by fire commissioners for use of City 15
parking lot for staging and storing of construction equip. & matrls.
Hudson St. parking - 24 hr. parking on south side - extension of 90 day trial 17
Hudson St. School zone signes to be installed 18
Plain St. traffic lights at Plain & Geneva requested 16
Dey st. / Route 13 intersection. Request for signage and traffic signal 19
Maplewood Grove - request for 24 -hr. parking on west side, approved 20
Delaware Avenue - criticism of 24 -hr parking on west side 21
W. Buffalo St. parking- request to limit parking to 2 hrs. in 600 block, denied22
• Standardization of parking meters adopted 23
Traffic light system -pilot program approved for inspection of system 24
Stewart Ave. parking - request to permit 24 hr parking on 100 block, denied 25
Ferris Place parking - request to remove no parking restriction on west side 25
of street; request that parking be permitted on one side of street between
State and Ferris Place
Traffic ordinance amendments 26
1. that exception to alternate side all-night parking be repealed.
2. that no parking between 9a.m. and 6 p.m. be allowed on N. Aurora St. from
Yates to Fall St., east side; Linn Steet from Cascadilla Creek to King, west side)
Fall St., from Cayuga Street to Lake Street, south side.
3. Parking prohibited at all times on Miller Street, south side, Cornell street
to Pearl Street;and Worth Street, north side from Cornell St. to Cobb Street.
4. No parking 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on school days on King street, north side from
Aurora to Linn; Queen Street, south side from Aurora to Linn.
5. Delete Sec. 15-181 (stopping, standing, parking prohibited at all times on
certain streets.
6. Add Sec. 15-181 (Standing prohibited at designated locations) College Ave;
west side, from point in center thereof 75', both directions; State Street,
north side, Aurora St. to Sage Place; State St., north side, from Tioga
property line, east 40' feet.
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WASHINGTON PARK: Alderman Saccucci recommended that the Board grade the west section of
Washington Park and place back stops there to prevent•.ehildren chasing balls into Court
Street. He felt these improvements were needed to protect_ the numerous children using
the park during the daytime from three adjacent school ''bnci during4rpping hours from
the adjacent areas.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Yengo;. .,,..
RESOLVED, that Alderman Saccucci's recommendations be referred to the Buildings & Grounds
Committee for study and report.
4 Carried.
WASHINGTON PARK: Alderman Saccucci recommended that any plans for renewal of an outdoor
skating rink at Washington Park be abandoned and that the area in the west side of the
park used for such purposes in previous years be graded to make it safe.
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. McGee `s 7J..z 54 "9G RESOLVED, that that Alderman Saccucci's recommendation be referred to the Buildings and Grounds
Committee for study and report. Carried.
STEWART PARK SWIMMING AREA: Comm. Leary exhibited a copy of the "Town Crier",
dates
July 6th, in which the city received much adverse publicity by being blamed by the
Editor for dumping sewage into Cayuga Lake rendering the bathing beach at Stewart
Park unfit for swimming. He called attention to the fact that the City had spent
in excess of $1,800,000.00 for its sewage treatment plant facilities and is credited
with having one of the best plants of its kind in New York State. He read a letter
received from Tompkins County Sanitary Engineer commending Mr. Bacon, chief operetor
at the plant, for the manner in which the plant is being operated. He emphatically
denied that the City is dumping any sewage into Cayuga Lake and that the reason
swimming is not permitted at Stewart Park is because of the turbidity of the water.
By Comm.-Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the entire matter be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee
for its further consideration. )j� i9t0 harried.
STEWART PARK SWIMMING AREA: Comm.
Leary revived discussion of dredging an area of the
beach at Stewart Park for swimming. He noted that the possible sale of the City's dredge
had been held up pending its being used for this purpose.
By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. Smith ti'c / 9/ ( c
• RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Capital Improvements Committee for review
with a reccmmendation that an appropriation of $5,000.00 be included in the Capital budget
for this purpose. Carried.
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Washington Park recommendations for backstop 1
Stewart Park - swimming area 1
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BUS STOPS: Mr. Lee Rappaport appeared on behalf of Southern Tier Trailway Lines and ex-
plained an expanded bus suervice his company is getting ready to establish between Bing-
hamton and New York through Ithaca. He requested the Board to provide two additional
bus stops - one at 409 College Avenue which would require the use of three parking meter
spaces, and the other in front of West Diner at Aurora and Seneca Streets.
By Coml. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Alo / , / ? 4, 6
RESOLVED, that the request for additional bus stops be referred to the Parking & Traffic
Ccmrmi ttea for study and report, Carried.
GUS STOPS: RE;.,Iaport once again appeared and urged the Board to approve this re-
quest that Southern Tier Stages, Inc. be granted permission tr establish a bus stand at
409 Colleglt Aveni.i. Ccmm. Alo reported that the Parking & Traffic Committee, after
extensive study of this request, recommended denial. Mr. Rappaport then requested use
of a space on Oak Avenue at the corner of College Avenue
for this purpose. Comm. Alo recommended denial of this also.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that the request received from Southern Stages, Inc., for a bus stand at
either 409 College Avenue or on Oak Avenue, at the corner of College Avenue, be and
eJoth hereby are denied. �`,`} � / % % 6 Carried
Alderman Hart suggested to Mr. Rappaport that he investigate the possibility of es-
'.:'blishing such a stand at either of three private parking lots located on 'College
Avenue adjecent to this area. Carried
BUS FRANCHISE: Clerk read a petition from Southern Tier Stages, Inc.,requingdg per-
mission to operate on certain city streets its motor buses carrying passengers
maintaining terminal facilities at 409 College Avenue and 123 North Aurora reet.6
By Alderman Hunt: seconded 5y Alderman Stallman Csu
RESOLVED, that the petition be received and laid on the table; an thast the City Clerk
be authorized to advertise a public hearing thereonto rriebe held by the Council at its
next meeting.
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BUS SCHEDULES: the Superintendent reported that Tompkins County Trust Company had
prepared bus schedules at its own expense and made them available to the City Transit
Bus System for distribution. He indicated they could be obtained at the Trust Company,
Mayer's Cigar Store and City Hall among other places.
By Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. Smith t C/ /'2/ / 9‘
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby expresses its sincere thanks and appreciation t•
Tompkins County Trust Company and commends it highly for its public service rendered
in printing and distributing bus schedules for the City's Transit Bub System; and that
the Clerk be directed to convey the Board's appreciation to the Trust Company.
Carried,
BUS PASSES: The Superintendent read a letter received from the Chamber of Commerce re-
questing permission to print "bus passes" in the form of coupons in the Journal for use
by the general public during the hours of 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 6:30 Pm to 9:30 PM, The
Chamber indicated it would pay for all redeemed coupons on a daily basis at the rata of
25t each.•// .2 3, /1c;lv lc
By Comm. Smith : seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the request;' and that the drivers on the City
Transit System by authorized to accept "bus passes" or coupons issued by the Chamber pf
Commerce on certain bus runs from Dec. 5th through December 24th with the understanding
that these passes or coupons will be paid for by the Chamber at the rate of 25t each,
Carried,
BUS ROUTE FOR SHOPPERS: By Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. Yerigo
RESOLVED, that the action of the Bus Committee in establishing a "Shoppers Bus Route"
for the period from December 12th through December 24th, between the hours of 6:45 P.M.
and 9:45 P.M., be approved. 114 1Carried.
Mayor Johns stated he had received several requests to establish a route to serve Tompkins
County Memorial Hospital on the Trumansburg Road.
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Alo (ti tom ('
RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Bus Committee for study and report. Carried.
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BUS REPORT: Comm. Smith reviewed a bus report for the month of January as compared
with the same month for the two previous years.. It indicated a loss, before amortization,
of $97.42 and, after amortization,of $1,044.83 for the period. It also indicated that
the number of passengers in January had dropped from 21,410 in 1964 to 16,583 in 1965
and 14,795 in 1966. He expressed his hope that the'new intermediate size )poses will
give a better service at less cost.
BUS REPORT: Comm. Alo repoa-Yed that two of the three new intermediate size buses had
been delivered and were in operation. He stated that 2,468 passengers had been carried
on all city buses on Friday the 18th. when passengers were carried free, a total of
2 2/3%ever normal..+..He stated that 30 passengers had been picked upon_the new trial
run on West Hill, indicating,that this was not enough to warrant its continuation. He
indicated h0:447mor tha1z a further study of this was needed. Alderman Saccucci recommend-
ed that a better effort be made to have the buses run on schedule in his area.
BUS REPORT: Comm. Alo-presented th re,hort:for the month,of February. He reported
that since February 18th„the day o@ch bats rides wee free, total fares had in-
creased by 700 per week,'and that 211eli8.isengers had ridden thebus on the West Hill
route during the past week. He indieated•.that the. additional run on West Hill cost about
141/2¢ per mile with the additional incothe there amounting to about 31¢ per mile.
BUS REPORT: Comm.. Alo reported that 1,292 passengers had used the buses on Tuesday,
April 5th., designated as "Dime -Day", which was 442 more than the average on a normal
Tuesday. He stated he would confer with the Bus Committee of the Council and request
that every Tuesday be made "Dime -Days".
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He then read an excerpt from the "Ithaca Area Digest News;atter" for April -May, published
by the Chamber of Commerce, entitled "Dime -Day". It was ordered included in the minutes
of this session as follows:
DIME DAY
The City of Ithaca is trying an experiment with the city buses that seems to be paying
good dividends. They are holding DIME DAY once a month on the local buses, and the
number of riders has increased substantially. This has two benefits. It encourages
people to ride the bus which reduces traffic congestion and parking problems, and also
allows more people to shop in the area. The City is to be commended for this addition
to their service. It is greatly appreciated. � e
BUS REPORT: Comm. Alo reported that careful records had been kept on the costs and
use of the bus service to West Hill, authorized by the Board on February 9th. for a
90 -day trial period, and as a result he felt there was justification in asking that
the run be made a part of the permanent bus schedule
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approvesrout the extension of bus rout # 3 of the Community
Bus System into the West Hill area as a part of the permanent bus schedule.
BUS REPORT: Comm. !\lo 'presented a bus report
copies thereof to each member of the Board. .
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that the report be accepted.
BUS REPORT: Comm. Alo reviewed a bL-
profitt.;before amortization, of $3,525.
month., d a net profit, before amoT '
$1,6530. for the period from Jenua ' '
ed that; 68% more passengers rode ode the `b
Tuesdays A3, erman,. Se;gtzsci' requested
aftr its 90 diy tr%6.1 paricd.
Carried.
for the mnnth of May 1966 and distributed
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Carried.
report for the month of April which showed a net
21 and, after amortization, of $2,577.78 for the
nion, of42436.86,/a8 ss after amortization, of
9,.Ap1 30, 1966. Asst. Supt. Dougherty report -
Wes on Tuesday -."dime-day" - than Of regular
the Board to make the West Hill bus run permanent
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BUS FARES: In order to acquaint more potential riders with the advantas of using
our Transit System and to introduce the new buses to the public,/9bsf to eliminate
all fares for one day after the delivery of the buses.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to designate one day in February as
a day when no fares will be collected on any of the regular runs of the Transit
System.
Carried.
BUS REPORT: Comm. Alo recommenaed that the first Tuesday of every month be designated
as "Dime Day" on the city buses on which dates the fares would be reduced to 10¢. He
felt this would help more residents of the city to become acquainted with the system
and therefore promote increased use of the buses.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the first Tuesday of every month be designated as "Dime -Day" on the
City Transit System, and that the fare to be charged on these -occasions shall be 10¢
and that the Superintendent be directed to take proper steps to publicize these
particular dates to the end that greater use of the system may be promoted.
• Carried.
BUS REPORT: Comm. Alo-reminded those -present that next Tuesday would be 'Dime -day" on
the city's buses. Comm. Yengo felt the Chamber of Commerce should be requested to help
promote this idea by asking merchants to place a sign in their store windows publicizing
it. c;; 't
BUS DIME DAYS: Comm. Alo reported that the practice of holding Dime -Day on the City's
Bus System on the first Tuesday of each month is no longer producing a satisfactory
increase in the number of riders and recommended its discontinuance.
By Comm. Alo : seconded by Comm. Smith. d c/ /26 („
RESOLVED, that the practice of charging lOt on the Bus System on the first Tuesday
of each month, Dime -Day, be ordered discontinued, effective immediately. Carried.
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Southern Tier Stages, Inc. to operate on certain city streets 1
Bus schedules distributed by To. Co. Trust Co. 2
Bus passes issued through Chamber of Commerce 2
Shoppers bus route established for December; request for bus to serve 2
Hospital on Trumansburg Rd. received
Bus Reports; also report on experimental "dime" day 3 & 4
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BIDS - FOOD CONCESSION AT STEWART PARK: The following bid on a food concession at
4110.
Stewart Park for the 1966 season was received, opened and read by the Clerk.
Dominic F. Rosica
$ 625.00
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the bid of Dominic F. Rosica be accepted and that he be awarded the
food concession at Stewart Park for the 1966 season in accordance with the terms of
his bid submitted.
Carried.
B1DS - MOSQUITO CONTROL: The following bid on mosquito control for the 1966 season was
received, opened, and read by the Clerk:
Sunrise Spraying Service
$3,000.00
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. .gan
RESOLVED, that the bid of Sunrise Spraying Service be accepted and that a contract be
awarded for this mirk in accordance with the terms of its bid as submitted. Carried.
BIDS - TRAFFIC SIGNS: The following bids on furnishing the City with 400 traffis sign
posts were received, opened and read by the Clerk:
Eastern Metal of Elmira Inc.
Brighton Steel Company, Inc..
Russell Equipment Co, Inc.
$ 1,440.00 Net
1,068.00 1/2 of 1%/10; N/30
1,176.00 Net
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the bids on sign posts be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee
for study and report. / / ✓ Carried.
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BIDS - TRAFFIC SIGN POSTS: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that a contract for furnishing the City with 400 traffic sign posts be
awarded to Brighton Steel Co., Inc., the low bidder, at a total net bid price of
$1,068.00 in accordance with the terms of its bid submitted on March 23rd.
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Empire State Culvert
Lane Pipe Corp.
Armco Metal Prod.
L.S. Lee & Son
Chemung.Supply Corp.
STORM SEWER PIPE
12" 15" 18" 21" 24" 30" 36" 42"
1.68 1.96 2.35 775 3.25 4.40 7.15 8.25
1.87 2.22 2.61 2.98 4.07 4.95 7.97 9.47
1.86 2.20 2.59 2.96 3.36 4.79 5.77 8.77
1.32 1.66 2.30 3.08 4.41 6.61 9.06 12.00
1.84 2.18 2.57 2.92 3.98 4.85 7.79 9.27
L.S. Lee & Son bid on concrete pipe and all others bid on metal pipe. Empire State and
Armco both offered discounts of Lal/10;n/30 and all others were net 30 days.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the bids on storm sewer pipe be referred to the Highway Committee for
study and report.
Carried.
Storm'Sewer Pipe: - to Empire State Culvert Company for metal pipe in accordance with
terms of its bid submitted on April 27th.
Storm Sewer Pipe: - to L.S. Lee & Son for concrete pipe in accordance • h terms of
its bid submitted cn April 27th.
Johns-Mansville Sales Corp.
Orangeburg Mfg. Co.
LeValley McLeod, Inc.
Johns-Mansville
Orangeburg
LeValley McLeod
8"x4" Wyes
6.50
6.70
6.00
CEMENT ASBESTOS SEWER PIPE
8"
1.02
1.00
1.02
10"x4" Wyes
7.50
8.75
8.22
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the bids on cement asbestos
Committee for study and report.
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10''
1.41
1.44
4" Caps
.79
.95
1.04
12"
7.77
1.84
1.86
4" 1/8 Bends
1.62
1.55
1.53
Carried.
Total Pi e Bid
-71764.00
10,036.00
10,200.00
ADAPTORS
6"
.81 .93
1.05 1.6o
1.04 1.64
sewer pipe be referred to the Water & Sewer
Carried.
BIDS: Bids on furnishing the City with water meters, cast iron water pipe and fittings,
and cement asbestos sewer pipe for 1966 were received, opened, and read by the Clerk
as follows:
WATER METERS
NAME OF BIDDER
Hersey-Sparling Co. Hersey Magnetic
Neptune Meter Company Neptune Triseal
Worthington Corporation Gamon MWD Magnetic
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the bids on water meters be referred to
study and report.
TOTAL BID PRICE
$7,110.85 with 5/8 x 1/2" meters
7,165.45 with 5/8 x 3/4" meters
7,232.81 with 5/8 x 2" meters
7,288.11 with 5/8 x 3/4" meters
7,256.34 with 5/8 x 1/2" meters
7,311.64 with 5/8 x 3/4" meters
the Water & Sewer Committee for
CAST IRON WATER PIPE & FITTINGS
12" River
Crossing Pipe
R.D. Wood Company 17.49
Jas. B. Clow & Sons Inc. 17.62
Shahmoon Industries Inc. No Bid
U.S. Pipe & Foundry Co. 17.17
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the bids on pipe and fittings be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee
for study and report.
BIDS : By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that contracts be awarded to the following low bidders for furnishing the
City with water meters, cast iron water pipe, and cement asbestos sewer pipe in
accordance with terms of their respective low bids in accordance with the following
schedule:
6"
1.95
2.10
1.96
1.94
8"
2.78
2.99
2.79
2.755
12"
4.68
5.06
4.72
4.65
Carried.
Fittin s Total Bid
2592. 0 $27,686.30
2504.76 28,011.76
2923.70 8,638.70
2563.28 27,261.98
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Water Meters to
CaAt Iron Water Pipe & Fittings to
Cement Asbestos Sewer Pipe to
Cement Asbestos Sewer Pipe
to
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Hersey-Sparling Co.
U.S. Pipe & Foundry Co.
Johns-Mansville Sales Corp. for
12" pipe and fittings.
Orangeburg Mfg. Co. f -r 8" pipe
and 10"
Carried.
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BIDS- :=TEEL '''IPE: the Superintendent presented a tabulation of bids received on October
25th fir furnishing the Water Department with 190 feet of 10 inch pipe as follows:
LAME C BIDDER
Miler Supply, Inc.
H- verstick & Co. Inc.
'.eVal 1.:y McLeod, Inc.
By Com,. Yengo : seconded by Comm.
RESOLV,:D:that the contract for fu
of 10" steel pipe be awarded to Mi
of $81.73, in accordance with the
Unit Price per ft. Total
$4.2828
4.30
4.83
$813.73
817.00
917.70
Terms
2/10;n/30
2/10;n/30
2/10;n/30
McGee OC,71 3-0/ l 9 [P
rnishing the Water Department of the City with 190 feet
liar Supply, Inc., the low bidder at a total bid price
terms of its bid submitted. Carried.
BIDS - CHEMICAL & MATERIAL SPREADER: Supt. Dingman reported bids on the purchase of a
chemical and material spreader had been received on August 22 as follows:
A. L. Barnum & Son, Burdette, N.Y.
Tarrant Mfg. Co., Saratoga Spgs.
Seneca Supply & Equip. Co., Ithaca
He recommended acceptance of the low bid.
Type or make
Model BS -4-S-8 "Big
Model
Fox Model 8S
Net Bid
Scottie" 2,495.00
2,520.00
2,960.10
By Comm. McGee : seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, tho.t a contract for furnishing the City with a new "Big Scottie" chemical and
material spreader for the total net amount of $2,495.00 be awarded to A. L. Barnum & Son in
in accordance with the terms of its bid as submitted. ate.
Carried.
SALT SPREADER PURCHASE: Comm. Egan reported that funds are included in the current
budget for replacement of Salt Spreader No. 187 which is inoperative and out of service.
It was intended to request permission to bid for a new spreader at the next regular
meeting. Spreader No. 198 was seriously damaged while fj.ghting.the storm of January -
22 -23 and as a consequence we are now short of adequate equipment to fight the stornis.;
By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Alo
WHEREAS, salt spreader No. 198 has been seriously damaged leaving the Department of Public
Works without adequate salt spreading eiquipment,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that thet.rd hereby determines that an emergency exists
affecting the public safety of the citizens of Ith€ea, and
BE IT FURTHEE RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to award a
contract to A.L: Barnum & Sons,,BurAe:tte, N.Y. for the immediate delivery of a "Big
Scottie" salt spreader, Modei..°"SS-4=S-8 with a 5 -cubic yard hopper, at a cost: of not to
exceed $2`,500.00.
AYES :..5
NAYS: 0
Carried and approved.
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BIDS — LAKE STREET BRIDGE: Comm. Smith reviewed the bids received at the last meeting
7t e a e treet ridge, He advised that all of these bids are in excess of the
$125,000 authorization for the project. The Committee has met with the Bouley Company,
the low bidder, and has negotiated certain changes in the specifications consistent with
the original design, safety and maintenance considerations and has arrived at•a'ftgure
of $110,670 for construction of the birdge. This figure when increased by 10% to cover
contingencies, which may arise during the course of construction, will not exceed the
authorized amount.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the contract for construction of the Lake Street bridge be awarded to
Wm. E. Bouley Co., Inc. for the sum of $127,000.00; and that the award be subject to
change orders in accordance with the negtiated agreement at a net price of $110,670.00.
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Carried.
FUL. IC - k STRET 2.IDGL ;,P..' W C:i: ilayor Johns opened a hexing advertised
for this the to hear anyone interested in a proposes} alteration of the northerly approach
to the new bridge being constructed on Lake Street. iio one ap ,eared to be heard on
the Latter.
by Coim1. Yengo: Seconded by Comm. licGee
iLr-OLVED, th.:t the hearing be closed. -
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Carried
By Coia i. Alo: Secondee by Comm. Yengo
ZSOLVa th.-t the proposed,,, alteration of the north 3apiroach the Lake Street
hereby is approved.
6Z -6,45y /Gd /966 Carried.
LAKE STREET BRIDGE: Assistant Engineer Baker reported that the new Lake Street bridge
over Fall Creek had been inspected by a representative of Modjeski & Masters, bridge $
consultants, and that all structural work thereon had been certified as satisfactoy
In this connection, Comm. Smith noted that Cornell University had razed the old paper
mill building adjacent thereto on Lake Street and graded the site. -770e/94;g.
LAKE STREET BRIDGE: By Comm. McGee : seconded by Comm. Alo 9 6
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby accepts Lake Street Bridge which was completed under
contract by the Wm. E. Bouley Company, Auburn, New York; and that a voucher in today's
audit in the total amount of $19,755.39, which includes all retained percentages and
represents the final payment due on the contract, be approved for payment to the Bouley
Construction Company. Carried.
bridge over grope s ne;�pli" owned ".by Louise Uher and' " les .iy Eo a be and the same
BIDS - L.V.R.R. CO. TRACK RELOCATION: Superintendent Dingman reported that only on
had been received. by him on March 21st. for relocation of the L.V.R.R. Co. yards and
tracks as follows:
J.R. Pellingra Construction Company
$238,527.00
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the bid received from J.R. Pellingra Construction Co. be referred to
the Buildings and Grounds Committee for study and report.
BIDS - L.V.R.R. CO. TRACK RELOCATION: Comm. Leary recommended acceptance of the bid
received on March 21st. from J.R. Pellingra Construction Company for the relocation of
L.V.R.R. Co. tracks at a total bid price of $238,527.00.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that a contract in the total amount of $238,527.00 be awarded to J.R. Pellingra
Construction Company, Syracuse, N.Y. for the construction of the proposed L.V.R.R. Co.
yard facility, in accordance with plans prepared by O'Brien and Gere and approved by
the L.V.R.R. Co; that award of the contract be subject to final closing on purchase of
the site for the new facility; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign
and execute the contract on behalf of the City under its corporate seal.
Carried.
/ u Carried.
BID - L.V.R.R. CO. TRACK RELOCATION: Comm. Leary reviewed action taken by the Board
on April 13th. to accept the bid of J.R. Pellingra Company for construction of the
proposed L.V.R.R. Co. facility. Since that time, the L.V.R.R. Company has indicated
that it now requires considerably less facilities than were planned. It is expected
that a supplement to the agreement with the Railroad Company will be signed by the
Mayor which will require redesign and readvertising of this work. He therefore
recommended that the Board rescind its action taken on April 13th. regarding this bid.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the action of the Board, taken on April 13, 1966, awarding to J.R.
Pellingra Company a contract for the construction of the proposed L.V.R.R. Co. facility
be and it hereby is rescinded.
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BIDS - L.V.R.R. LOOP RELOCATION: Comm. Leary reported that a supplemental agreement to
the L.V.R.R. Co. contract had been proposed which will require less construction than
contemplated in the original plans and specifications issued for bids on this project
which were received on March 21, 1966. He advised that this change in planning will re-
quire the readvertising for bids on this project.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED,, that the Zoard hereby rejects all bids received on Marcfi 21st.•
for the L.V.R.R.
Yard Relocation project; and that the Superintendent be authorized toireadvertise for.
new bids thereon based on revised plans and specifiettions prepared by O'Brien & Gere,
coasting ,en8
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ed.
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O'BRIEN & GERE AGREEMENT: Comm. Leary recommended approvak.of,an additional agreement
with .O'Brien & Gere for extra work on plans and specifications required because of the
changes in the agreement with,the L.V.R.R' ea:, He presented a new .agrement `for these
extra engineering services in the total ret amount of $4,450.00'.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by ..Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the; agreement between the City of Ithaca and O'Brien & Gere for additional
engineering services for the redesign and preparation of final plans and'specifications
for the relocation of L.V.R.R. yard in the total net aglount of $4,450.00 be approved;
and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorj,pe�d and ducted tO sign and pec it on
behalf of the City under ,its Corporate Seal '
BIDS - L.V.R.R. CO. YARD RELOCATION:Comm. Leary reported that bids on the L.V.R.R. Co.
yard relocation project, on a revised basis, were received and opened by the City Clerk,
Superintendent and others on June 6th. as follows:
BIDDER'
J.R. Pellingra-Construction Co., Inc.
He advised that O'Brien & Gere, Consulting engineers, who estimated.*h at $187,272.
had canvassed the bid, found it to be in proper order, and recommends ' oceptance.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that J,R.jellingra Con4lyction Company Inc., of Liverpool, New York, be
awarded the contract for the L.VR Yard Relocation, General Construction Program,
in accordance with the plans, specification's and bidding documents for the sum of
$177,947 ;`and that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized"to,,.execute the necessary
documents on behalf:of the City under its Corporate Seal. '
,'f Carried.
Carried.
AMOUNT OF BID
$177,947.00
L.V.R.R. COMPANY TRACK RELOCATION: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby grants permission to L. V. R. R. Company to occupy, on and
after De.paiber 1, 1966, land o. d,by the City and the title of which is proposed to be '
transfe:rrJ °1a:'said railroad citnhp'any, es covered under terms of an agreement dated April
5. 1966; uride:r 'the following conditions: � • � i/rG
1) That`the Railroad Company shall not interfere with work being done by the Con-
tractor on the site.
2) That the Railroad Company shall save the city harmless for any injury to persons
or property resulting from its occupancy of the property. Carried:
L.V.R.R. COMPANY CROSSING GATES: By Comm, Yengo : seconded by Comm. Leary <° . 4//k,
RESOLVED, that L.V.R.R. Company be requested to remove its crossing gates located at
West State Street and West Buffalo Street as soon es the reo,ilar cpar.tio+,
Present "lrir+n" vard has Paan
Carried.
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BIDS - ROAD MATERIALS: Bids on the city's needs for road materials, crushed limestone,
asphalt concrete, transit -mix concrete, and storm sewer pipe for 1966 were received,
opened and read by the Clerk as follows:
Koppers Company, Inc.
ROAD MATERIALS
10,000 gals of 70 B Asphalt emulsion
(furnished and applied)
20,000 gals. of 70B Asphalt emulsion
(furnished and applied)
6,000 gals. of 66D Cationic asphalt
emulsion (furnished & applied)
70B asphalt emulsion
(picked up at plant)
$0.1800
.1800
.2025
per gal.
per gal.
per gal.
.1400 per gal.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the bid on road materials be referred to the Highway Committee for study
and report.
Carried.
BLS - tiOAD,MAlEiUUALS ETC: Action was taken to award bids, .on road materials, etc., which
were received at the last meeting as follows:
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that contracts be awarded to the following low bidders for various road
materials and other supplies in accordance with the following schedule: i 1
ASPHALT CONCRETE
• Warren Bros. Roads Co. 2,000 tons of
440 tons of
700 tons of
The General Crushed Stone 2,000 tons of
Co. 440 tons of
700 tons of
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#1A binder and/or top mix @
#2A binder and/or top mix @
stock pile patching material@
#lA
#2A
stock pile material
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the bids on asphalt concrete
study and report.
$6.60 per ton
6.80 per ton
7.25 per ton
7.00 per ton
7.70 per ton
7.60 per ton
be referred to the Highway Committee for
Carried.
Asphalt Ctnere e:'- to General Crushed Stone Company in accordance with terms of its
bid submitted on April 27th.
University Sand & Gravel
TRANSIT -MIX CONCRETE
1-2-4 mix
Portland
$14.10
1_2-4 1-2-3-1
Hi -Early Portland
14.70 14.40
.jeA tad concrete - 75c6
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the bid on transit -mix concrete be
study and report. �r
Transit -mix concrete: -
of
1-2-3-1
Hi -Early
15.09
1-2-4 1-2-4
Portland Hi -Early
14.65 15.40
per yard additional)
referred to the Highway Committee for
7/Gfa,
Carried.
co University Sand & Gravel Company in accordance with terms
its bid submitted on April 27th. WI '6,
Warren Bros. Roads Company
Cayuga Crushed Stone Co.
CRUSHED LIMESTONE
1,100 tons of #1 and/or #2 stone
1,100 tons of #1A
(a) 1,100 tons of #1 and/or #2
1,100 tons of #1A
(b) 1,100 tons of #1 and/or #2
1,100 tons of #1A
$4.05 per ton.
4.10 per ton.
1.90 per ton.
2.00 per ton.
2.60 per ton.
2.70 per ton.
(a) At supplier's plant, loaded in City's truck.
(b) Delivered to City's storage yard in Ithaca, New York.
By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the bids on crushed limestone be referred to the Highway Committee for
study and report.
Carried.
Crushed Limestone: - to'Cayuga Crushed Stone Company @ $1.90 per•ton for #1 and/or #2;
@ $2.00 per ton for #1A at suppliers Iplant, and @ $2.60 per ton
for #1 and/or #2, delivered to city yard.ier '4
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BIDS - AUTOMOTIVE & OTHER EQUIPMENT: Theme following bids on equipment for several of
the Board's departments were received, opened and read by the Clerk as follows:
GENERAL FUND
Cayuga Motors Sales Corp.
Jack Townsend Chevrolet Inc
Erie J. Miller, Inc.
Wm. T. Pritchard, Inc.
Ithaca Motors Co.
Long's Motors Sales, Inc.
Cayuga Motors Sales Corp.
Jack Townsend Chevrolet Inc
Erie J. Miller, Inc.
Wm. T. Pritchard, Inc.
Ithaca Motors Company
Long's Motor Sales Inc.
Cayuga Motors
Jack Townsend
Ithaca Motors
Long's Motors
Sales Corp.
Chevrolet Inc
Co.
Sales, Inc
.(1) 4 -Door Sedan
(Compact)
Falcon
Chevrolet'
Plymouth Belvedere
Dodge Dart
Comet .
Rambler Classic
Cayuga Motors Sales Corp.
Jack Townsend Chevrolet Inc
Ithaca Motors Co.
WAter & Sewer Fund
(1) 4 -Door Sta.
Wagon (Compact)
Falcon
Chevrolet
Plymouth Belvedere
Dodge Coronet
Comet
Ambassador
Gross Bid
$ 2,285.00
1,958.00
2,496.00
2,473.05
Trade -In
Allowance
$ 500.00
125.00
363.80
450.05
$ 2,501.00 $ 550.00
2,243.00 150.00
2,767.00 464.34
2,821.38 521.38
(2) 3 -Yard Dump_
Trucks Gross Bid
Cayuga Motors Sales Corp.
Jack Townsend Chevrolet Inc
Erie J. Miller, Inc.
Ithaca Motors Co.
Long's Motors Sales, Inc.
Ford
Chevrolet
International
G.M.C.
Cayuga Motors Sales Corp.
Jack Townsend Chevrolet Inc
Erie J. Miller, Inc.
Wm. T. Pritchard Inc.
Cayuga Motors Sales Corp.
Jack Townsend Chevrolet Inc
Long's Motor Sales, Inc.
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(1) 5 -Yard Dump
Truck
Ford
Chevrolet
(1) 3/4 Ton
Pick -Up Truck
Ford
Chevrolet
Plymouth Fury
International
G.M.C.
(1) 4 -Door Sedan
Standard
Ford
Chevrolet
Plymouth -Belvedere
Dodge Coronet 440
(1) Carry All
Econoline
Ford
Chevrolet
G.M.C.
$ 11,394.00
9,568.00
Trade -In
Allowance
$ 3,500.00
900.00
$ 7,900.00 $
6,735.00
$ 2,240.00 $
1,945.00
2,876.40
$ 2,638.00 $
2,172.00
2,767.00
2,882.13
$ 2,297.00 $
2,050.00
Total Net Bid
$ 1,785.00
1,833.00
2,132.20
2,023.00
1,948.00
1,972.77
$ 1,951.00
2,093.00
2,302.66
2,300.00
2,297.00
2,266.08
Total Net Bid
$ 7,894.00
8,668.00
10,054.00
9,671.44
1,600.00 $ 6,300.00
400.00 6,335.00
6,906.00
800.00
300.00
786.65
1,44o.00
1,645.00
2,089.75
1,798.00
1,846.60
900.00 $ 1,738.00
250.00 1,922.00
464.34 2,302.66
752.13 2,130.00
400.00 $ 1,897.00
300.00 1,750.00
1,811.97
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BIDS - CHEMICALS: By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED,•that contracts be awarded to the following tow bidders for furnishing the
City with its chemical requirements during 1966 in accordance with the following
schedule:
Liquid Chlorine
Sulphate of Alumina
Sulphate Dioxide-
Hydrated Lime
to Nyclor, Inc. @'$4.59 per cwt.
,toGeneral Chemical Division of Allied Chemical & Dye
Corp. at $2.575 per ,cwt.
to Jones Chemicals, Ing:@ $12.00 per cwt.
arner Company @ $93 per ton.
Carried.
BIDS - CHEMICALS: The following bids on furnishing the Water & Sewer Depart,,„ents with
their annual requirements of chemicals for 1966 were received, opened and read by the
Clerk as follows:
LIQUID CHLORINE
Jones Chemicals, Inc.
Stedford Chemical Corp.
Nyclor, Inc.
SULPHATE OF ALUMINA
Collier Chemicals, Inc.
Stedford Chemical Corp.
General Chemical Division,
Allied Chemical & Dye Corp.
Essex Chemical Corporation
SULPHUR DIOXIDE
Collier Chemicals, Inc. $12.00 cwt.
$5,18 per cwt.
4.90 per cwt.
4.59 per cwt.
$2.725 per cwt.
2.70 per cwt.
2.575. per cwt.
2.9075 per cwt.
HYDRATED LIME
Std. Lime & Refr., ,tories Co.
Div. of Martin Marietta Corp. $24.35 per ton
National Gypsum Company 23.99 per ton
Warner Company 23.93 per ton
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOLVED, that the bids on chemicals be referred
study and report.
to the Water & Sewer Committee for
Carried.
BIDS - BUSES: Comm. Alo reported that at the December 22 meeting bids on three (3)
tranuses were received as follows: _
The
Cottrell Bus Sales, Inc., Buffalo
Flxible Company, Loudenville, Ohio
$28,041
$29,423.58
Superintendent has recommended the rejection of the Cottrell bid for the following
reasons:
1. The bus offered is not a "standard production item for urban service" as required
by the specifications.
2. The interior finish of the bus offered is not "Consoweld Melamine" or equal as
required by the specification.
3. Windows on the model demonstrated are not top hinged or do they have sash frames
as , pecified.
The driver's compartments on the model demonstrated did not afford adequate side
•:",,';.'vision for use in urban service.
The Superintendent turhter recommends award of the contract to Flxible as the only
bidder meeting the specifications. The Bus Committee has met and considered the
recommendatigp of the Superintendent along with several items which made the, Flxible
bus the most.sgitable of any bus demonstrated for the uses of the City Transit System.
Among these items were the following:
1. Better visibility.
2. Driver convenience, location of switches, etc..
3. Open wheel wells - rust problems on skirted wells.
4. Standee railings - stronger and better mountings.
S. Thicker rubber mats, nose caps on steps are separate pieces.
6. Body directly bolted to frame without use of wood blocks - blocks
.weather causing rattles.
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By Cour.►. Alo: secondea_tir:7CemMii Smith
RESOLVED, that the"trach 'fer furnishing the City of Ithaca with three new inter-
mediate size transit buses be awarded to the Flxible Company, Loudenville, Ohio, for
a total sum of $29,423.58 in accordance with terms of its bid as submitted.
Unanimously Carried.
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BUS BIDS: Alderman Alo reported that a single bid of $25 for the used Mac Bus, $25
for the used CMC Bus less motor, and $12 for the GMC motor was received on June 6 from
the Milo Wrecker Service. These are the used buses which were taken out of service when
the new busses arrived. They have since
extensively damaged by vandals and the
City has presently a claim pending fdr thlT damage.
By Comm. Alo: sectnided by Comm.
RESOLVED; that the used Mac Bus
Service for the sums of $62.00
on June 6.
McGee
and the used GMC Bus and engine,.be sold to Milo Wrecker
in accordance with the bids received_by the Superintendent
Carried.
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84.'n FA lArri tva .STEWKI1T 19 4'V1� QR�p Joiu�u. 6ffiIth repoi'teu tit bids on painting t.�e
Stewart Avenue bridge over Fall Creek had been received by the Superintendent on August
8th as follows:
St. Lawrence Steel Painting & Maint. Co., Inc.
Beaver Valley Painting, I:a-
Liberty Painting & Sheetin, .tractors, Inc.
> 6,640.00
25,000.00
26,640.00
He reported the Superintendent had investigated the background of the low bidder and
found that his work on similar contract for the State Department of Public Works had been
satisfactory and he recommended award of the contract to him.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo.
RESOVED, that the contract for painting the Stewart Avenue bridge, over Fall Creek, be
awarded to St, Lawrence Painting & Maintenance Co., Inc., for the total sum of ,56,640.00
in accordance with the terms of its bid submitted; and that the Mayr and City Clerk be
authorized to sign and execute a contract for this work on behalf of the City under its
Corporate Seal. -�, . / C 1 41G- C.- Carried.
SIDS - PAIf`'TING STEWART AVENUE BRIDGE: The Sui,erintendent reported he had received the
following bias for painting the Stewart Avenue bridge, over Fall Creek:
Binghamton Service & Painting Company, Inc., Binghamton, N.Y.
Vassilaros Contracting Company, Inc., New York, New York
Marine Painting & Contracting Corporation, Tonawanda, New York
Enterprise Painting & Contracting Corporation, Buffalo, New York
St. Lawrence Steel Painting & Maintenance Company, Inc., Alexandria Bay
New York
He recommended acceptance of the low bid. DV) ?-q(,-(-,
By -Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that a contract be awarded to the Binghamton Service & Painting Company, the
lowest qualified bidder, for painting the Stewart Avenue bridge, over Fall Creek, at a
price of $11,647.00 in accordance with the terms of its bid as submitted. Carried.
STEWART AVENUE BRIDGE PAINTING BIDS: Comm. Smith reported that the St. Lawrence Steel
Painting & Maintenance Co., Inc., the low bidder on painting the Stewart Avenue bridge,
had formally notified the City that it will not enter into a contract for this work.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo
WHEREAS, the Board awarded a contract to the St. Lawrence Steel Painting & Maintenance
Co., Inc., on August 10, 1966 for painting the Stewart Avenue Bridge, over Fall Creek,
in accordance with the terms of its bid submitted on this project, and
WHEREAS, said low bidder has notified the City that it will not enter into a contract
for this project in accordance with the terms of its bid,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED as follows:
$11,647.00
12,000 00
13,525.00
17,640.00
18,600.00
1) That the certified check in the amount of $332.00 submitted by St. Lawrence
Steel Painting & Maintenance Co, as bid security be declared forfeited to the
City of Ithaca.
2) That the bids received from Beaver Valley Painting, Inc., and Liberty Painting
& Sheeting Contractors, Inc., be and both hereby are rejected; and that the
City Clerk be directed to return their bia security checks to them.
3) That the Superintendent be authorized and directed to re -advertise for bids
on this project on the same basis to be received not later than September
26, 1966. Carried.
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BIDS - SEWAGE LIFT STATION: Comm. Alo presented the following schedule of bids received
by the Superintendent on July 25th. for furnishing the Sewer Department with a sewage
lift station for Giles Street:
Gartner Equipment Co., Inc.
Schultz -Forster Associates
Frontier Pump & Equipment Co.
Smith & Loveless
American Wel 1 Works, Inc.
MacCrea Associates
Total Bid. Price
$ 5,970.00
6,123.00
6,674.00
6,777.00
7,129.00
7,500.00
Terms
i/10;n/30
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that a contract be awarded to Gartner Equipment Co., Inc. for furnishing the
Sewer Department with a sewage lift station for Giles Street at a total price of $5,970.
in accordance with the terms of its bid submitted. j,,0„ ate, i c> r, b
Carried.
BIDS - NO -"AY MAPLE TREES: By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that t1-,3 Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids on 41#" and 2"
Norway maple trees for street planting. 64.7.a y, /46
Carried.
Upon request Comm. Leary was excused to attend another meeting and he left at this point
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BIDS -NORWAY MAPLE TREES: The Superintendent reported that one bid for furnishing the
City with 60 Norway Maple Trees had been received on September 12th from the Cole
Nursery Company at a total net bid price of $25.00 per tree or a total of $1,500.00.
4 e: -recommended its acceptance. ` . , ,[ /v) r 96 6
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Putney �-�1 Y
-RESOLVED,.that the Bid be accepted and a contract be awarded to the Cole Nursery Company,
R. D. 1, Circleville, Ohio , . for furnishing the City with 60 Norway Maple Trees at
a.:.unit _.price of $25.00 in accordance with the terms of its bid submitted. Carried.
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BIDS - CONCRETE PRESSURE WORK ON SIX MILE CREEK WALLS: The Superintendent reported re-
ceipt of bids on applying concrete under pressure to portions of Six Mile Creek walls as
follows:
The Penetryn System
Gunite Associates, Inc.
Binghamton Service & Painting Company
Hudson-Rumsey Company, Inc.
Basil L. Nusom
Pressure Concrete Construction Company
Unit Price Per Bag
;$12.00 and $15.00
$13.35
$17.57
$19.67
$21.50
$24.75
* The $12.00 unit price applied to work on the concrete retaining wall along Six Mile
Creek and the $15.00 price to work on a portion of the concrete wall along East Spencer
Street.
The Superintendent reported that an extension of unit prices based on the estimated amount
of work to be done indicated that the Penetryn System was the low aggregate bidder and
he therefore recommended acceptance of its bid.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that a contract be awarded to th._ Penetryn System, Inc., for the concrete re-
surfacing of Six Mile Creek walls under pressure at a price of $12.00 per bag on concrete
used on the south side of Six Mile Creek, extending upstream from the Meadow Street bridge.
and a unit price of $15.00 per bag used on the south eastern side along Spencer Street, in
accordance with the terms of its bid submitted. Carried.
BIDS - REFLECTIVE SHEETING: The following bid on furnishing the City with flexible re-
flective sheeting was received, opened and read by the Clerk:
Minnesota Mining & Mfg. Co. $ 1,061.25 Net
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the bid on reflective sheeting be referred to the Parking & Triffic
Committee for study and report. i Carried.
BIDS - REFLECTIVE SHEETING: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that a contract for furnishing the City with reflective sheeting be awarded
to Minnesota Mining & Mfg. Co., the only bidder, at a total net bid price of $1061.25
in accordance with the terms of its bid submitted on March 23rd.
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Carried.
BIDS.- PAR:JUG LOT OPERATION: Comm. Leary reported that bids on operating the off-street
parkr.g lot at t corner of S. Tioga and East Green Street had been received and opened
at 3:CO P.M. as follows:
Robert J. Hillick $125.00 per month on the basis of a parking fee
of 25C for two hours
Robert J. Hillick 50.00 per month if the parking fee is 10C 1' hour
recommended acceptance of the first bid.
ry Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. McGee
i:ESCLVED, that the bid of $125.00 per month received from Robert J. Hillick be accepted;
-Ind that the Magor and City Clerk be authorized and directed t-.) skin and execute an
agreement with Mr. Hillick for the operation of this parking lot 'eased on a parking fee
of 25; for two hours.
Carried
BIDS - CITY DREDGE: Assistant Supt. Hannan requested permission to advertise for
bids on the sale of the city -owned dredge.
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the sale of the city -owned dredge be deferred until such time as the
Building & Grounds Committee has reported on the need of the dredge for improving the
swimming beach adjacent to Stewart Park. 62A--4-5' PLY/ r466Carried
B1DS-COf 1PUTER: Controller reported that the Friden Computer had not been able to per-
form to its bid specifications and would like permission. to advertise for a new com-
puter on a lease basis. . 7) / 9 !o
By Alderman Stallman: seconded by Alderman Clynes
RESOLVED, that the controller be authorized to advertise for bids on a new computer and
report thc= result thereof at the next meeting of the council. Carried.
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BIDS - FRONT CLEANED BAR SCREEN.: By Comm. McGee: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids to be opened on
June 20th. for furnishing and installing a "Front Cleaned Bar Screen" at the Sewage
Treatment Plant to replace a smaller screen which has been in use since 1935.
J '6 t® Carried.
FIDS - Fi,3NT CLEANED BAR SCREEN: Comm. Yengo veported that bids on furnishing and in-
stal 1 ing a "Front Cleaned Bar Screen" at the Sewage Treatment Plorrt "Were received, open-
ed and read on June 20, 1966 aS'follows:
FAME OF BIDDER
The Jeffrey Mfg. Co, Inc.
American We11:Works, Inc.
TOTAL BID PRICE
$9,436.00 furnished & installed.
7,441.00 furnished only.
;Ty Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Leary
,3'3LVED,, that a contract for furnishing and installing a new front cleaned bar screen
Et the sewage treatment plant be awarded to the Jeffrey Mfg. Co., the only bidder meet-
ing spcciEications, for a total bid price of $9,436.00 in accordance with the terms of
its hid submitted on June 207 and that the Mayor ancCity Clerk be authorized to sign
and execute a contract for this work. "`}
j !'` Carried.
BIDS - TAPPING MACHINE: The Superintendent reported that only one bid had been received
on Octcber 25th for furnishing the Water Department with a Tapping Machine with necessary
accessories as follows:
NAME OF BIDDER
:glue l i r Company
Total Bid Price Terms
$4,300.61 2/15;n/30
By Com-. Yengo : seconded by Comm. McGee c()/(1(^ �'
RESOLVL:D, that the bid received on a tapping machine be referred to the Water & Sewer
Commit'.ea for study and report thereon at the next meeting. Carried.
BIDS - TAPPING MACHINE: By Canm. Putney : seconded by Comm. Alo ")///2:.
RESOLVED, that a contract be awarded to the Mueller Company for furnishing the Water &
Sewer Departments with a new tapping machine and accessories for the total net sum of
$4,300.61 in accordance with the terms of its bId submitted thereon; and that 60% of the
cost be charged to budget account F-290-312-256 and the rerostri1 g 40% charged to budget
acount G-290-312-256. Carried.,.
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BIS - r?ACKNE.AN!D LOADER: Comm. Alo reported that the Superintendent had received bids
on July 25th. for furnishing the plater Department with a combination backhoe and loader
as follows: ape or Make Total Met Bid
Ford $ 5,970.00
Hewing Equipment Co, Inc. 700 13,995.00
Central New York Equipment Co. ClaDynrk rk 7 140 14,915,00
L.B. Smith, Inc.
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that a contract be awarded
`'�orLDe Department with,athe
newlcombinattlon
bider
backhoemeeting
andthe
specifications, for furnishing the P
loacer at a total net price of $14,814.00 in accordance with tthhe terms� its bid sub-
mitted. J Carried.
BIDS - PARKING METERS: The following bid on furnishing the City with 100 new parking
meters was received, opened and read by the Clerk:
Rockwell Mfg. Company
Gross Bid
$5,800.00
Trade -In Allowance
$805.00
Total Net Bid Terms
$1+,995.00 5/30
By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that the bid on parking' meters be referred to the Parking & Traffic Committee
for study and report. Carried.
BIDS - PARKING METERS: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Egan
RESOLVED, that a contract for furnishing the City with 100 new parking meters be awarded
to Rockwell Mfg. Co, the only bidder, at a total net bid price of $1+,995.00 in accordance
with the terms of its bid submitted on March 23rd. Carried.
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BIDS - GARBAGE TRUCK:. Superintendent Dingman reported that Jack Townsend Chevrolet, Inc.,
could not fulfill its contract, awarded May 23, 1966, to furnish the city with a new
garbage truck before February 1967 at the earliest and could not guarantee it by this
time, .due to conditions at the General Motors' plant. He advised that with consent of
Townsend Chevrolet he had cancelled the city's purchase order on this equipment.
By Comm. McGee : seconded by Comm. Leary Imo- 9, ' 2 G 6
RESOLVED, that action taken by this Board on May 23, 1966 tolaward a contract to Jack
Townsend Chevrolet, Inc., for furnishing the City of Ithaca with a new 16 -yard garbage
truck equipped with a Leach Packmaster body for a total bid price of $12,442.00, as
stated in its bid submitted thereon be and it hereby is rescinded. Carried.
The Superintendent then certified the immediate need for purchase of this piece of
equipment and presented quotations as follows:
Cayuga Motors Company - One F-800 Ford chassis meeting the specifications
for the total sum of $6,592.00
Clarke Equipment Company - One 16 -yard Leach Packmaster body for the total
sum of $5,950.00
He recommended that,due to the emergency, the Board authorize the purchase of this piece
of equipment without the formality of bidding thereon.
By Comm. McGee : seconded by Comm. Leary
WHEREAS, a contract, awarded to Jack Townsend Chevrolet, Inc., by this Board
on May 23, 1966, for furnishing the City with a new 16 -yard garbage truck with Leach
Packmaster body has been cancelled, and
WHEREAS, the Superintendent has certified the urgent need to replace thls piece
of equipment as soon as possible; and has furnished the Board with quotations for pur-
chasing it separately from Cayuga Motors Company and the Clarke Equipment Company; at a
•total combined price of $12,542.00 and has recommended its purchase in this manner without
the formality>b`edvertising for bids thereon because it can be furnished and put together
in Albany, New York by the end of next week.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, thatthe Board hereby decrees this to be an emergency
situation, and one which requires immediate action, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is the sense of this Board that the quotations
submitted, by the Superintendent on the purchase of a Ford garbage truck chassis equipped
with a Leach Packmakter'body are fair market value when compared with the bids received
thereon on May 23rd; and that no benefit, financial or otherwise, would accrue to theCity
by reason of the delay caused in advertising for bids thereon, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be,and he hereby is authorized
and directed to place an order with Cayuga Motors Company for the purchase of one F.-800
1967 Ford Chassis, meeting specifications, for the total sum of $6,592.00; and to place
another order with the Clarke Equipment Company for a 16 -yard Leach Packmaster body for
this truck chassis for the total sum of $5,950.00; and that he be authorized to place
both of these orders without the formality of advertising for bids thereon.
AYES: 5
NAYS: 0 Unanimously carried and approved by the Mayor
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iTEWA';i PARS; MERRY GO-RC;.ND CONCESSION: The Clerk read a letter from W. W. Willis re-
:estir.g that his merry-go-round concession at Stewart Park be renewed for the 1967 season1
lder its present terms a,]d conditions..)
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Comr. YencD: seconded by Comm. McGee I` f
;.:SOLVi:�, that the request be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for study and
r^port.
rried.
STEWART PARK MERRY-GO-ROUND CONCESSION: By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that the Merry -Go -Round concession at Stewart Park currently operated by
W.W. Willis, be renewed for the 1967 seasonnder its present terms and conditions,
as requested by him. Oc-/ /..V/ � Carried.
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Food Concession at Stewart Park 1
Mosquito Control 1
Vacuum Filtration Facility construction 2 & 3
Traffic Signs and Traffic Posts 4
Storm Sewer Pipe 5
Cement Asbestos 5
Water Meters 6
Steel Pipe 7
Chemical & Material Spreader 7
Salt Spreader 7
Lake Street Bridge 8
Relocation of Lehigh Valley Railroad Track 9 & 10
Road Materials 11
Asphalt Mix Concrete, Asphalt Concrete, 11
Crushed Limestone 12
Automotive and Other Equipment 13
Chemicals 14
Buses 15
Stewart Avenue Bridge Painting 16
Sewage Lift Station 17
Trees 17
Concrete Pressure work on Six Mile Creek 18
Reflective Sheeting 18
Parking Lot Operation 19
City Dredge 19
Computer 19
Front End Cleaned Bar Screen 20
Tapping Machine 20
Backhoe and Loader 21
Parking Meters 21
Stewart Park Merry -Go -Round 23
Garbage Truck 22
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GEORGE CHELEKIS: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RE L D, t at George Chelekis be appointed as a maintainer at step 2 of grade 22 in
the Compensation Plan, an hourly rate of $2.46, effective immediately.
Carried.
APPOINTMENTS:= By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
LV •D, t at the followin, employees be transferred to the title of "truck driver"
at the grade and step shown opposite their respective names; and that all of these
changes be made retroactive to January 1, 1966:
Grade Step Hourly -Rate
Armstrong, Duane -.21-..- - _ r 7'2.66
Bagley, Ezra 23 2 2.56
Corrington, Robert Sr. 23 15 3.00
Eaton, Francis 23 1 2.46
Hamilton, Kenneth 23 10 2.88
Hamilton, Raymond II 23 10 2.88
Mabee, Paul23 15 3.00
Carried.
JOHN DEBELL: Comm. Egan reported that John DeBell had returned from military service
and i i4ow eligible for his increment.
By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that John DeBell's salary be increased to $4,740.00 per annum, the first step
of grade 21 in the Compensation Plan, effective as of February 6, 1966.
Carried.
JUDITH CULLIGAN: Comm. Smith recommended the provisional appointment of Judith Culligan
as an account clerk typist in the Construction & Maintenance Division to replace Mrs.
Linda Bump who had resigned.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Comm. Alo'
RESOLVED, that Miss Judith Culligan be -provisionally appointed as an Account Clerk -Typist
in the Construction & Maintenance Division Office at an annual salary of $3,602.00, the
minimum of Grade 15 in the Compensation Plan; that her appointment become effective on
February 21, 1966; and that the Civil Service Commission be requested to hold the necessary
examination for this position.
Carried.
CARL SHIPMAN: Comm. Egan reported that Carl Shipman had completed one year as a Water
Treatment Plant Operator Trainee and had already qualified as Grade II Operator at
State Training Courses.
By Comm. Egan: seconded by.Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that Carl Shipman be given a provisional appointment as aUWater Treatment
Plant Operator at the rate of $2.28 per hour, the minimum of grad? 22 in the Compensation
Plan, effective February 13, 1966.
Carried.
JOAN STOUGHTON: Comm. Egan reported that Joan Stoughton had passed a civil service
examination for the position. of Principal Account Clerk and was eligible for permanent
appointment to this position.'
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By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Alo - *,
RESOLVED, that Joan Stoughton be appointed to the pt ition of Principal Account Clerk,
in the Construction.& Maintenance Divisioaa #t an annual salary of $4,740.00, the
minimum of grade 22 in'the'nsation Plan; and that her appointment become effective
Carried.
immediately.
R.O. DINGMAN APPOINTMENT: Comm. Egan reported that Mr. Dingman had passed a civil "_
service exam for theposition of Superintendent and therefore is eligible for permannt
appointment.
By Comm Egan: seconded by Commissioners Yengo, Alo and McGee
RESOLVED, that Robert 0.- Dingman be and. hereby is appointed to the position of
Superintendent of Public Works at an annual salary of $12,151.00, the lst. step of
Grade 4.5 in the Compensation Plan; and that his appointment become effective immediately.
Carried.
JOHN A. DOUGHERTY APPOINTMENT: Comm. Eg rep'ted that John A. Dougherty had likewise
passed a civil service examination fort position of Assistant to:the Superintendent
of Public Works and he too wagerfor per7panent appointment to his position.
By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm: Yengo
RESOLVED,,that John A. Dougherty_:be'and hereby'IO.appointed to th position of Assistant
to the Superintendent of Public Works atan annual salary of $9,g 00, the minimum of
Grade 39 in the Compensation Plan; and that his appointment become effective immediately.
Carried.
WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR: Comm. Egan reported that Carl E. Shipman had resigned
as a water treatment plant operator and that Thomas Parkin had been appointed as a
trainee for this position.
By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Civil Service Commission be requested to hold an examination for
the position of water treatment plant operator trainee.
FLOYD OPPLINGER: By Comm.
RESOLVED, that Floyd Opplinger
Mechanic at the rate of $2.46 pc' 11
immediately, and that the i;ivil Se -
for the position.
3,6 ;
Carried.
by Con..... .4cGee
onally appointed to the position of Auto
wnich is the minimum rate for grade 24, effective
Lce Commission be requested to hold an examination
Carried.
WILLIAM BOWER: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comn. Leary
RESOLVED, that William Bower be appointed to the position of bus driver at the rate of
$2.28 per hour, the minimum of grade 22 in the Compensation Plan; and that his appoint-
ment be effective as of March 24th.
Carried.
CAROLE L..BROWN APPOINTMENT: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that Miss Carole L, Brown be given a provisional appointment as an Account
Clerk -Typist in the Department of Public Works at an annual salary of $3,602.00, the
minimum of grade 15 in the Compensation Plan; that her appointment be effective as of
May ', 1966; and that the Civil Service Commission be requested to hold the necessary
examintion for this position.
0-1I g, 6 6 Carried.
SZILARD F. COMRAS Comm.. Putney announced Szilard F. pombas, who is currently on leaVC.
of absence to attend school, will be returning'to work soon and recommended his appoint!
ment as a Junior Engineer also.
By Comm. Putne,: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that zilard F. Combas be provisionally appointed as a Junior Engineer at ani'
annual salary of $6,238.00, the minimum of gr.;ie 29 in the Compensation Plan, effective
June 13, 196P Ik"subject to his meeting qualifi tions for this position.
• er' 4 4 '`Carried.
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CHARLES BARBER APPOINTMENT: Comm. Putney recommended the promotion of Charles Berber
from his present classification of "Senior Engineering Aide" to that of "Junior
Engineer". qq&6,
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that Charles Barber be appointed provisionally to the position of Jr. Engineer
at an annual salary of $6,23`'.00, the minimum of grade 29 in the Compensation Plan,
effective June 13, 1966. and that the Civil Service Commission be requested to hold an
evaminarion for this nosition.
APPOINTMENTS: On recommendation of the Assistant to the Superintendent, several
employees in the Department of Public l•lorks were promoted to higher classifications as
follows:
By Comm.: Putney se4pnded• by comm. Leary
RESOLV€D., that t"f4e{pRrom t'1on0 be apprevod effective June 12, 1966 for employees of the
Departrritl ,'kf' h1,c io 5i in accordance witfi'the following schedule
Classification
Truck Driver
Truck Driver
Truck Driver
Maintenance Man '..r
Mrnlaner
':. es..
Cornell,. Lester
Fish : •harles" .."
Fish••Harold. ,`'.�
Vann', Robert, -,'/"04,
Newtown, John;,
Grade
23
Step
Min. �t
Min.
43-;.
ate
2.3 7
2.37
2.11
'2.28
Catrjed.'
CECELIA CIASCHI: tsy t,omm. Putney: seconded -by Comm. Last
RESOLVED:: that Miss Ceceiaa Ciaschi beprovisionally �
p rQ�v fs i ona 1 1 y appoi nted to the" posrt i ort 0';i-
grapher in the Depart4ept;,4 Pub4ic. Works -at " an annual salary of $3,330.00, the minimU44
of grade 13•`,it1; the COO4OrsatiOn Plan; that her appointment• become leffectiee "June .27,- 1966;
and that; the Civil Service Commission be request&l ,;*o hold an exa•pl'$n, tiott fdfi htis. '
positron. r
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KENNETH A. BAKER APPOINTMENT: Comm. Putney reported that Kenneth A. Baker had passed
a civil service examination for the position of Assistant City Engineer and recommender
his permanent appointment to this position.
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that Kenneth A. Baker be appointed to the position of Assistant Engineer ate
an annual salary of $7,297.00, the minimum of grade 33 in the Compensation Plan; and
that his appointment become effective immediately. (off
i 3, 1 �Carried.
LEO DAVIS APPOINTMENT: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Putney S r7J7j /..q‘ to
RESOLVED, that Leo Davis be appointed to the position of Bus Driveat the rate of $2.28
per hour, the minimum of grade 22 in the Compensation Plan. Carried.
ELEANOR STOLID, APPOINTMENT: Clerk reported that Mrs. Eleanor Stolz, a Senior Stenographer
In the Police Department has agreed to transfer to the Clerk's office and the City
Clerk recommends her transfer.
By Alderman Stallman: seconded by Alderman Hart
RESOLVED, that the transfer of Mrs. Eleanor Stolz from the Police Department to the City
Clerk's office as a Senior Stenographer be approved. Carried.
THOMAS BELL: By Comm. Putney : seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the provisional appointment of Thomas Bell
• as an engineering aide in the City Engineer's office at an annual salary of $3,746.00
the minimum of grade 16 in the Compensation Plan; that his appointment become effect-
ive on October 17, 1966; and that theC'vil Service Commission be requested to hold
an examination for this position. (PO' is//94' Carried.
ROBERT CUTIA APPOINTMENT: By Alderman Yavits seconded by Alderman Barrett
RESOLVED, that Robert Cutia be appointed to the position of Youth Bureau Director at
an annual salary of $8208.00 the second step of grade 36 in the Compensation Plan,
effective immediately. '% , _9 6't Carried.
HERBERT A. HALL: By Comm. Smith : seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that Herbert A. Hall he appointed to the position of Maintainer at the rate
of $2.11 per hour, the minimum of grade 20 in the sation io�Pllan; and that his appoint-
ment become effective October 24, 1966. (9 G/.
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CECILIA CIASCHI: The Superintendent reported that Miss Cecilia Ciaschi has passed a
civil service examination for the position of Stenographer and recommended her per-
manent appointment to this position.
By Comm. Putney : seconded by Comm. Leary C C/ / /
RESOLVED, that Miss Cecilia Ciaschi be permanently appointed to the position of Steno-
grapher in the Public Works Department at an annual salary of $3,330.00, the minimum
of grade 13 in the Compensation Plan. Carried.
LESTER DANIELS: By Comm. Putney : seconded by Comm. McGee ..--/b( 2, 2/ / 94
RESOLVED, that Lester L. Daniels be given a provisional appolntment.to the posi.tion_of.auto
mechanic at the rate of $2.46 per hour, the minimum of grade 24 In the Compensation Plan,
that his appointment become effective November 15, 1966; and that the Civil Service Com-
mission be requested to hold an examination for this position. ., Carried.
RONALD PERRY'S RATE OF PAY: By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. McGee 10; ty) /2 c, 6
RESOLVED, that Ronald Perry's rate of pay, which was incorrectly established at the Nov.
23rd meeting of the Board, be corrected to read $2.19 per hour, the first merit increment
step of grade 20 in the Compensation Plan; and that this action be made retroactive to
November 27th. Carried.
RONALD APPLEGARTH: By Comm. Smith : seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that Ronald Applegarth be appointed to the position of Bus Driver at the rate of
$2.28 per hour; the minimum of grade 2 in the Compensation Plan; and that his appointment
become effective October 21, 1966. 3"(7' i�i‘ Carried.
ROBERT SIMPSON: Assistant Superintendent Hannan reported that Robert Simpson had passed
a Civil Service examination for the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator and re-
commended his appointment to this position.
By Comm. Putney : seconded by Comm. Yengo Lei //'�
RESOLVED, that Robert Simpson be appointed Water Treatment Plant Operator at an annual
salary of $5,767.00, the minimum of grade 27 in the 1967 Compensation Plan; that his
appointment be subject to the usual probationary term, and that it become effective
on January 1, 1967. Carried.
THOt1AS'DEPATTO RESIGNATION: Clerk read a letter from Thomas DePatto submitting his
resignation effective August 26, 1966. �.
By Alderman Stallman: seconded by Alderman Tolles. '2"- / Carried.
RESOLVED, that the resignation of Thomas DOatto be aceepted with regrets and all
wish him good luck in his new job. Carried.
ROBERT FLUMERFELT RESIGNATION: Superintendent Dingman reported that Robert Flumerfelt,
Traffic Engineer, had tendered his resignation to become effective on
on May 31st. He
advised that he was taking steps to recruit a replacement. 'R 7
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ED''ARD - JE'IG:;.TICV: the Clerk read a letter received by the iiaycr from
Edward id. lielchen, Jr., in which he tendered his resignation as City Engineer to become
effective on `epteiiber 7, 1956.
By Con . Putney: Seconded b;v Coma.. weary
ALLUuANll, tint thy, resignation of Edward ''. :ielchen, Jr., as City engineer be accepted
with regrets; and th^.t the ouperintendent be authorized to advertise the vacancy and
receive applications for this position. ci„el1 , ,9 1,6
-Carried
By Coi,L Leary: econded by CotnAssioners Smith and Alo
FJI1ER �S, Edward iqelchen, Jr. has tendered his resignation, to become effective on
Loptember 7, 1966, after having served tho City As City engineer during the past three
years and in sever 1 other capacities since ilov. 15, 1948, and
WLERE :S, it is the sense of this Bce.rd thst i;r. i:elchen has served the City faithfully
and has devoted m.-ny hours of his tii,:e to all ,natters coning to his attention, par-
ticularly[ those dealir_ , with traffic and engineering,
] IT t SC. V.L;U, th:'.t the Board hereb:- exresses its thanks to Ed for his
services rendered to the City of Ithaca durin, the past 18 yers; and extends to hit,
its best wishes it hisnew field of endeavor.. a" , ;4? 6
EDWARD i4.-NELC N': By Comm. Smith; seconded by Comm. Alo Unanimo101y Carried.
WHEREAS: Edward Melchen has completed 18 years of service to the City, principally
in the ErrgTneering Deportment, and
WHEREAS: he served under Leon Cass as Junior Engineer and Assistant Engiriee.r, and
WHEREAS, he specialized particularly in traffic problems of the city, and
WHEREAS: since 1963, he has served the City as City Engineer, and
• WHEREAS: he has performed all of these:services conscientiously, and in the best
interest of the City of Ithaca,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works does hereby formally
express its thanks and appreciation to Ed for his devotion to his city duties,
and his civic interest in Ithaca, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board extends to him its best wishes for good
health and good luck in his new employment, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of this
meeting. 2 Vi , Q.t' 6
Unanimously Carried.
Mr. Melchen noted, with interest, the growth of. the City of Ithaca: ring'the past 18
years and a corresponding growth within the Department of Public Works. He predicted
that Ithaca has a vast potential for continued growth in the future which he an-
ticipated watching with keen interest. He concluded his remarks by express'ing his
thanks and appreciation to the Mayor and members of the Board for the opportunity
afforded him to work for the City of Ithaca and'be of service to the community.
ROBERT FLUMERFELT: The Superintendent reminded the Board that this will be the last
meeting to be attended by Robert Flumerfelt, Traffic Engineer. He offered his best
wishes'to Bob in his new location and position.
By Comm. Smith: seconded by Commissioners Alo and Leary
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby expresses its appreciation to Bob for his conscientious
• efforts and work of the City's traffic problems in his capacity as Traffic Engineer; and
.that it wishes him every success in his new work.
Carried.
Mr. Flumerfelt stated that he had enjoyed working with members of the Board and all
of his other associates and he thanked the Board for its expression of appreciation
to him.
KENNETH HARDING: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVThD, that Kenneth Harding be granted a military leave of absence beginning on
January 21, 1966 Carried.
CHARLES RIVERS: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that Charles Rivers be granted a leave oS'absence, without pay, for a period
of time not to exceed one year. �g 9 '66
Carried.
LESTER WELLS: Comm. Egan recommended that a leave of absence be grantee to Lester
during his period of convalescence from a serious illness.
By Calm. Egan: Seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVEL, that Lester Wells be granted a leave of absence, without pay, for the duration
of his present illness.
ivei?-s
3 ,C6 Carried.
DENNIS ANDREWS -- LEAVE OF ABSENCE: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that•Dennis Andrews, an employee of the Water Department, be granted a leave
of absence, 1.4thout pay, during his convalescense from an illness but for a period of
not to exceed one year.
Carried.
RICHARD ELLIS: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that Richard Ellis, an auto mechanic in the Department
of Public Works, be
at Penn State
exceed $200.00.
Carried.
authorized to attend a school on the maintenance of commercial vehicles
University from April 18 to April 22nd. at a cost to the City.'of not to
ev
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RICHARD BOWLSBY: By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that Richard Bowlsby, ail employee of the Water & Sewer Division, be authorized
to attend a chemistry refresher course at Syracuse-Onondage Community College, during
the week of May 23 to May 27, at city expense in an amount not to exceed $100.00.
Carried.
FRED COON: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that Fred Coon, a heavy equipment operator in the Construction and Maintenance.
Division, be authorized to attend a training course for commercial drivers to be held -at
Pennsylvania State University from October 3 to October 7; and that he be reimbursed for
his traveling expenses at a cost of not to exceed $200.00 upon submission of a proper
voucher therefor. y�ea:f/<' / 9 io ' Carried.
JAMES WESTBROOK: By Comm. Smith : seconded by Comm. McGee
RtSOLVED'that James Westbrook be authorized to attend a school in Albany,New York on November
2nd, sponsored by the Elgin -Leach Company, to instruct mechanics in maintenance and repair
of its equipment; and that he be reimbursed for his expenses while attending at a cost of
not to exceed $50.00. '/ e,.2(0,/9t,"
Carried.
LEON H. NEWHART: The Superintendent recommended the t
City Chamberlain, to the Water & Sewer Division as Of
ing and other office duties of the Department.
By Comm. Putney : seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, Leon H. Newhart be appointed Office Manager
an annual salary of $7,297.00, the 3rd increment step
sation Plan; that his appointment become effective on
approval of the Common Council.
ransfer of Leon H. Newhart, Deputy
fice Manager to assist with account-
-0e -c.. Zg",9 �• '
in the Water & Sewer Division at
of grade 30 in the 1967 Compen-
January 1, 1967, subject to
Carried.
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WILLIAM TURCSIK: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that William Turcsik be promoted from the grade of
maintainer (grade 19) at the minimum rate of $2.03 per hour,
31, 1966.
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WILLIAM TURCSIK: The following action was taken to correct the
approved for Mr. Turcsik on January 26th.
By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the resolution regarding William Trucsik's grade
by the Board on January 26, 1966 be rescinded.
By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that William Turcsik be promoted from a Laborer to a Maintenance Man at the
rate of $2.11 per hour, the minimum of grade 20 in the Compensation Plan, effective as
of January 31, 1966. Carried.
laborer to the grade of
effective as of January
Carried.
grade and rate of pay
and rate of pay adopted
Carried.
ROBERT MOMARTS: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that Robert Momarts be promoted from a Maintenance Man to a Maintainer at
the rate of $2.66_ per hour, the rEximum of grade 22 in the Compensation Plan.
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LELAND BOWER: :~ $y Comm. Egan: seconded Comm. Yengo _
RESOLVED, that Leland Bower be promoted from laborer to maintenance man at the rate of
$2.28 per hour, step 2 of grade 20 in the Compensation Plan, effective March 13, 1966.
Carried.
Carried.
JOHN NEWTON: By t;,wdEgan: secon444 by Comm. Yengo - -- RESOLVED, that John Newton be promoted from laborer to;Yi.t�g. mari'' at. the rate of
$2.11 per hour, the minimum of grade 20 in the Compensa roi 'P , effective March 13,
1966.
Carried.
MELVIN RADCLIFFE: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that Melvin Radcliffe be promoted to the position of Maintenance Man at the
rate of $2.11 per hour, the minimum of grade 20 in the Compensation Plan, effective
March 20, 1966.
Carried.
ROBERT HALL: By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that Robert Hall, now employed in the Water & Sewer Division, be granted a
leave of absence, without pay, for further schooling.
DONALD PERRY: by comm. Putney : seconded
RESOLVED, that Donald Perry be promoted
$2.11 per hour, the minimum of grade 20
become effective on November 27, 1966.
RONALD PERRY: by Comm. Putney : seconded
RESOLVED, that Ronald Perry be promoted
$2.11 per hour, the minimum of grade20
become effective on November 27_., 196
y
by Comm. Yengo
to the position of Maintenance
in the Compensation Plan; and
by Comm. Yengo `��L�•�5'�
to the position of maintene
in the Compensation Plan r'./id
C
Carried.
man at the rate of
that his appointment
Carried.
man at the rate of
that his appointment
err i:d.
SR. ENGINEERING AIDE POSITION: By Comm. Leary : seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, that the position of Senior Engineering Aide (35 Hrs.) in the Engineering Div-
ision of the Compensation Plan be abolished on January 1, 1967, and 'Qt_r., IL/ �96,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Kermit J. Rapalee be appointed Engineering Aide at an annual
salary of $6,487.00, the 7th merit increment step of grade 23 in the 1967 Compensation
Plan; and that his appointment become effective on January 1, 1967. Carried.
PR^MOTIONS: By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. Smith
RESOLVED, that Dick Clark be appointed to the position of Working Foreman at tlie' rate
of $2.77 per hour, the minimum of grade 27 in the Compensation Plan. Qc2-4/,' /4'6, 4
Carried
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm.McGee
RESOLVED, that Kenneth Emerson be promoted to Maintainer a tie rate of $2.28 per hour,
the minimum of Grade 22 in the.Compensation Plan.``aarried
By Comm. Yengo: seconded by Comm. Putney
RESOLVED, that Raymond King be promoted to Auto Mechanic Foreman at
rate of $3.00
per hour, which is step 1 of Grade 28 in the Compensation Plan. ` F to le
Carried.
Yengo: secpnded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that Harry King be promoted to Working Foreman at the rate of $2.77 per hour.
the minimum of Grade 27 in the Compensation Plan.
Carried. s i 966
By Comm. Yengo : seconded by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that Norman Mainville be promoted to Working Foreman at the rate of $2.77
per hour, the minimum of Grade 27 in the Compensation Plan. V, /G6-6,
Carrie
PROMOTIONS: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the following employees be promoted to the position of ma'inthine.
effective July 17, 1966:-
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Carmine Magnos i 22 Max. Y..,.., ,�,. .
Robert Vann 22 3 `� Min. 2.2'•
Edward Hamilton 21 W / 1 2.37
Robert Edsall 22 Min. 2.28
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OTHER APPOIM'1NTS: Comm. Egan advised that the Water & Sewer Division had difficulty
in finding qualitAed help at the minimum rate of laborer. Herecommended that a man
with cdri.Siderable,,ualifications be employed at the first step of grade 17 as a trainee.
for the _'posit`ioi 1'•ier Plant Operator and that anther man.ldth-15...years experience
around heavy equipment kiilmployed a..3aborer at the second step of grade 17.
By Comm. Egan: seconded'by Comm. Yen "-.`
RESOLVED, that the Council be reque ,,,,to approve, -the appointment 04,Thomas Parkin as
a Filter Plant T-raiixe $t -the rate of $1:95 per hour the first step of grade 17; and
the appointment of Melvin Radclif " laborer at ihe,rate,of $2.03 pir hour, the
second step of grade 17 in the CoMkaation Plan. •
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COMPENSATION PLAN CHANGES: Comm. Egan recommended that the minimum rate of pay for
laborers be increased to $2.03 per hour.
By Comm. Egan: seconded by Comm. Leary
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby requests the Council to make the following changes in
the Compensation Plan:
1) Establish $2.03 per hour as the minimum rate of pay for permanent employees in the
Department -of Public Works ailia.,authorize the Superintendent to make such changes
in iljcrements in the existing grade 17 as may be necessary to accomplish this.
2) Au horize the Superintendent to make such changes in increments in grade 20 to
avoid conflict with the proposed changes in grade 17.
3) Eliminate the position of seasonal laborer and substitute in place thereof the
following two grades:
SeasiQnal Laborer I @ $1.54 per hour.
Seasonal Laborer II @ $1.87 per hour. `...-
w cpj '66 Carried
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN GRADE: By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. -Ye -1'v
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby requests the Council to amend the Compensation Plan by
adding thereto the position of Engineering Technician at grade 25.
Cipts - . _�.9 7 Carried.
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PETITION FOR OVERTIME PAY RAISE: The Clerk read a petition from employees of the Dept.
of Public Works, Construction & Maintenance Division, requesting that all hours worked
over et t 'hlpy:rs per day and/or forty hours per week be paid for at the rate of one and
one -ha times regular hourly rates. It contained forty-five signatures.
By Com': eary: secopad,by Comm. McGee
RESOLVED, that the petition be referred to�the Finance Committee for study and report.
Carried.
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PETITION FORk.OVEATI.MEE PATRAW: Action was token on a petition farr' and one-half
rates %1a" fdr' time worked in excess of 40 hours per weekmoral!."
B ,CiMfn. ney :
P�fsecon.de�},, ,y Comm.Lear.
N b y
r. S'L' ;1 �t that the supe,�,�+F1 n nt ba :awthotiz�d.l establn ish, fol- ach man or group o t
men, 0,11..0;r rjurl,Y i -r, ry•..ra l.ibl is Works Depart fet a standard work weOk•Of
no ( ,%han' ho pe i.,' t s,.jran 40 hours per week; and that the Common Council
'Le relgti steel to amend the"Compensa.tion PIan.,ttstablish one and one-half time's re„oular
rates as rates for all overtime worked in excess of established standard work weeks.
Carried.
STANDARD WORK 'LEEKS: Action was taken to establish standard work reeks for employees
of the Department of Public Works as follows: .R
By Comm. Putney: seconded by Comm. Leary .
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby establishes a standard.gwork week of 40 hours per week
for all of its hourly paid employees with U!1e except'►on: that the standard inorkweek
for certain employees shall be in accordanri4 w€th the following schedule: h{
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1) Auto Mechanic in the Water and Sewer Divison, 451 hrs.
2) Auto Mechanic Foreman in the Water Odd Sewer Division, 451 hrs.
3) Auto MechAi c in th$ Construction and Maintenance Division, 451 hrs
4) Auto Mechanic Foreman in the Construction and Maintenance Division,
5) Motor Equipment Operator at the City Dump 48 hrs.
6) , Bus Driver (Route`: 1) 57.i hrs.
7) Bos Driver '(Route 2) 471 hrs.
8) Bus Driver (Route 3) 471 hrs.
9) Bus Driver (Break Relief)5' hrs.
10) Bus Driver (Daily Relief) 51 hrs.
,11) eborx (Transit Division) 46 hrs.
AND 4E TO* RESOLVED, that the positions of Chief Sewer Plant Operator, Chief
Wat r`l M ant Operator, Sewage Treatment Plant Operato , Water Treatment Plant.pperator
be excluded from the standard 40 -hour week. t �-7 i / 9 le, C,
Carried.
STA - '.RD K WE;"!'S : :.y Comm. Putney : seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESC._ED, tat str.ndard work - e!eeksfor the following three classes of work be approved
and-:.'ded to thou::: whic were approved by the Board at its meeting held on July 27, 1966:
a. Lak.c;-er (':ruck w-:sher) in the Water & Sewer, Division - 50 hours
b. Equ ^ment mechanic in the Water & Sewer Division - 44 hours
c. Mair•tenanc..: man (flare atten:.ant) in the Water & Sewer Division - 44 hours
Carried. GLcl may/ (04
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F.W. EGAN RESIGNATION: The Clerk repo_,.ad receipt of Mr. Egan's written notice of
resignation from the Board, to become effective on April 15th., because he was moving
his residence outside the City.
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Yengo
RESOLVED, :that Mr. Egan's resignation be accepted with regrets.
s.� , Carried.
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Comm. Leary then made the following remarks:,
"It is my honor to present a resolution today for a man who is terminating his services
to•the City. I regret that because of circumstances he is unable to complete his
appointed term on this board for he has given as a public spirited citizen unstintingly
of his time, energy and good judgment in reaching decisions that were beneficial to the
taxpayers of our City. I know that he has made many sacrifices from his business to
attebd Board and committee meetings. Having been associated with him for nearly five
years, I found that he has not been influenced by any group or groups or political
party in deciding issues and problems that confront this Board. To me I feel it is
our duty and responsibility as members to meet our obligation in an impartial mind.
I am confident that Frank Egan has fulfilled these responsibilities. I personally
say and I know I bespeak the sentiments of this Board, the present administration and
previous administration and former members of the Board who have worked with him, when
I say thanks Frank for a job well done."
By Comm. Leary: seconded by Comm. Yengo
WHEREAS, Francis W. Egan, will complete over nine years of service to th* City of
Ithaca, covering the period from July 11, 1956 to April 15, 1966 as a member of the
Board of Public Works during his tenure of office, and
• WHEREAS, Frank has been Chairman of various committees of the Board and currently
Chairman of its Finance Committee,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the undersigned do hereby express their formal
thanks and appreciation to Frank for his devotion to City duties, his awareness of
municipal problems, especially those confronting the Board of Public Works, and his
willingness at all times to help solve those problems as they have arisen, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board extend to him its best wishes for goad health,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of this
meeting, and that a copy thereof be presented to Frank. Unanimously Carried.
Mr. Egan thanked the Mayor, present and past Board members, and all other City officials
for the very fine cooperation extended to him during his term of office. I have enjoyed
it, he continued, and I shall miss you all. �/ ,/
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STENOGRAPHER FOR SUPERINTENDENT & ENGINEER: Comm. Egan reported that the present arrange-
ment whereby the Superintendent and City Engineer share the services of a stenographer
with the Police Department is not satisfactory because of the'work load and he recommend-
ed that a full-time stenographer be provided.for the joint use of the Superintendent and
Engineer.
By Comm. McGee; seconded by Comm. Alo
RESOtD, th8 ;7the: Board hereby 'regUest4 the 6trt4Rail, to create the position of Stenographer
at Grdde'13 in the Compensation Plan to•be.S -_: '40intly between the Superintendent's
and City Engineer's office and also requestuntil to provide an additional appro-
_ t -_ .. $ .,... ,.0 in theRuferintendent'sb 1 for 1966 for this purpose.
• Pe:'" L a' Cr' t arr:ied.
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Appointments, Resignations, Leave of Absences, Promotions 1 thru 8
Compensation Plan Changes 8
Petition for overtime pay raises 9
Standard work week established 9
Frank Egan resigns from Board 10
Position of Stenographer established for Supt. & Engr. Offices 11
STANDING COMMITTEES - 1966: Mayor Johns announced his., appointment of the following
• standing committees of the Board for the year 1966:
Yengo
McGee
Smith
Leary
Egan
Alo
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• WATER'AND SANITARY 'SERVERS
Alo McGee
HIGHWAYS, GARBAGE $ 'STREET LIGHTING
Yengo Egan
CREEKS & BRIDGES
McGee Alo
PUBLIC BUILDINGS $ GROUNDS
Egan Yengo
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
Smith Leary
CAPITAL'IMPROVEMENTS, PARKING & TRAFFIC, BUS
Leary Smith
VICE-CHAIRMAN: It was moved by Commissioner Yergo, seconded/and carried that Commr.
Leary be nominated as Vice -Chairman of the Board for the ensuing year. There were no
other nominations.. The Clerk cast one ballot for Mr. Leary resulting in his being
elected as Vice -Chairman of the Board for the year ending December 31, 1966.
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MEETING DATES: By Comm. Alo: seconded by Comm. Yergothe,r 1966 be held on the second
RESOLVED, that regular meetings of this Board Burl Y
uncil..Chambe'r.at City Hall, 108
and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 4:30 p.m. .:
East Green Street.
C&&ried .
PROJECT TOURS: The Clerk reported that the Council had requested the Boar
a tour, twice a year, of new projects throughout the city - in
Alderman Hunt, Chairman of the Capital Improvements Review Committee d to schedule
importance of these tours and urged late Spring and Fall.
By Comm. Yengo,:. seconded by Comm. 9 participation in them. cited the
RESOLVED, that the Superintendt be authorized
recommended by the Council, authorized to arrange for 5uh
project tours as
Carried.
TOUR OF PROJECTS: Superintendent Dingman reported arrangements had been made for the
annual bus tour of projects proposed for the coming
the current year. He advised that a city bus would be year
waiiti glatlas CityoHallseoatl8:30d in
a.m.
on Saturday, November 19th, and expected to return by 12:00 noon. He urged members of
the Board to join in the tour if possible. -,/Jew. 7, iI�6
ANNUAL REPORT - D.P.W.: The Superintendent presented his annual report for the year
1965 covering operations of the Department of Public Works and the Water & Sewer Divisions.
Copies of the report were distributed to each member of the Board.
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Standing Committees 1
Vice -Chairman elected 1
Meeting Dates established 2
Project Tours 2
Annual Report of DPW presented 2