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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-B&A-1988-04-28 f BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING 7: 30 P.M. APRIL 28 , 1988 M I N U T E S PRESENT: Committee Members: Schlather, Cummings , Hoffman, Killeen, Romanowski OTHERS PRESENT: Mayor - Gutenberger Alderpersons - Nichols , Johnson City Controller - Spano Deputy Controller - Cafferillo Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty Fire Chief - Olmstead Building Commissioner - Hoard Fire Commissioners - Schmid, Cornelius, Moravec Town of Ithaca Supervisor - Desch Town of Ithaca Board Members - Bordoni, Cardman, Leary, Bartholf Architect - Egner President, West Hill Civic Association - Mudge Members of Public and Press 1 . Fire Stations Construction and Renovations Architect Egner reviewed the Design Development Report for the construction of two new fire stations and the renova- tions for three existing stations . Lengthy discussion followed on the merits of constructing two new frame type buildings for $1 ,800 ,000 , or two new fire resistant type buildings for $2 ,300 ,000 . Deputy Controller Cafferillo explained the financ- ing arrangements in detail . Town Supervisor Desch suggested that the architect proceed to the Design Development Document stage for construction of two fire resistant buildings costing $2 ,300 ,000 . He wanted a detailed breakdown of this amount which will be presented at a Public Hearing to be held in May. After more discussion, the Committee approved a resolution to seek bids for the construction of two new fire resistant buildings by a 5-0 vote . Alderpersons Nichols and Johnson also voted in the affirmative . Renovations to existing Central , Number 9 and Number 7 Stations were also discussed. A resolution to seek bids was approved by a 5-0 vote of the Committee. Cost of these renovations is approximately $1 ,000 ,000 . -2- APRIL 28 , 1988 2 . Purchase of Light Rescue Vehicle Fire Chief Olmstead indicated that the Fire Commissioners approved the bid of Saulsbury Fire Equipment of Tully, New York, for supplying a light rescue vehicle , including equip- ment, for a net cost of $99 ,248 . Committee approved purchase by a 5-0 vote, with funding to be provided from Capital Reserve #15 - Fire Engines . 3 . Repairs to Engine 909 and Ladder Truck 933 Fire Chief Olmstead reviewed the bids received for repairs to these vehicles . Fire Commissioners accepted Nuttall Equipment Company of Sherman,New York, bid of $34 ,782 for Engine 909 , and $34 ,948 for Ladder Truck 933 . After discussion, Committee voted 5-0 for approval, with funding to be provided from Capital Reserve #15 - Fire Engines . 4 . Bid on Heavy Rescue Vehicle and Two Pumpers Fire Chief Olmstead requested to seek bids for a heavy rescue vehicle and two pumpers to replace existing vehicles . Deputy Controller Cafferillo explained financing mechanism. Discussion followed on Fleet Replacement Schedule . Resolution to seek bids approved by a 5-0 vote . 5 . McDaniels Park R.O.W. Problem and Improvements Chairperson Schlather explained the reason for this item coming before the Committee . West Hill Civic Association President Ken Mudge and Supt. of Public Works Dougherty spoke on the subject . Committee voted 5-0 to allow the monument to be placed as proposed, with a Memo to be filed for posterity that the monument and any improvements will be relocated if the proposed street is constructed. 6 . Administrative Secretary Supt. of Public Works Dougherty requested permission to hire an Administrative Secretary to replace one who recently retired in his office , at a salary up to Grade 3 on the 1988 Compensa- tion Plan. Discussion followed and request was approved by a 5-0 vote . 7 . Maintenance of Sidewalks Supt . of Public Works Dougherty explained that the State was proposing the installation of sidewalks at various locations on Meadow Street. There would be a continuous sidewalk on the west side of Meadow Street from the Six Mile Creek bridge southerly to the Elmira Road intersection. Cost would be borne by the State , with the City being responsible for the maintenance . Committee approved State proposal by a 5-0 vote. -3- APRIL 28 , 1988 8 . Recycling Informational Flyer Committee approved request of Recycling Coordinator to place informational flyer with second installment of 1988 City Tax bill by 5-0 vote, with no discussion. 9 . Youth Bureau Equipment Acting Youth Bureau Director Wilson requested permission to purchase typewriter . No additional funding is required. Committee approved request by a 5-0 vote. 10 . Building Department Personnel Building Commissioner Hoard requested permission to hire 1 Building Inspector and 1 Housing Inspector this Summer, as replacement for upcoming retirements . After discussion, Committee approved the request by a 5-0 vote and agreed to transfer $15 ,000 from Restricted Contingency. 11. City Hall Telephone System Building Commissioner Hoard explained the problems he was having with the present system. Committee recommended that the Purchasing Agent and Supt. of Public Works take this matter under consideration and come back with a recommendation. The meeting adjourned at 11: 30 P.M.