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MINUTES
ITHACA URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY
Common Council Chambers, City Hall
8:30 A.M., Thursday, June 27, 2019
Members: Tracy Farrell, Vice‐Chair; Karl Graham; Chris Proulx; Eric Rosario; Laura Lewis (Common
Council Liaison)
Excused: Svante Myrick, Chair
Staff: Nels Bohn; Anisa Mendizabal; Charles Pyott; JoAnn Cornish
Guests: Rick Manzardo, Vecino Group of New York, LLC
Molly Chiang, Vecino Group of New York, LLC
I. Call to Order
Vice‐Chair Farrell called the meeting to order at 8:30 A.M.
II. Agenda Additions/Deletions
None.
III. Public Comment (3‐min. maximum per person)
PEGGY COLEMAN, Vice President of Tourism and Community Relations, Tompkins County Chamber of
Commerce, spoke in strong support of the conference center portion of the proposed Green
Street Garage Redevelopment Project. The project presents Ithaca with a unique opportunity to
build a conference center that would increase sales tax revenues, restaurant revenues, and overall
employment.
IV. Review of Meeting Minutes: May 23, 2019
Rosario moved, seconded by Graham, to approve the May 23, 2019 minutes with no
modifications.
Carried Unanimously: 4‐0
V. Economic Development Committee (EDC)
A. Green Street Garage Redevelopment Project
1. Western Section: Vecino Group of New York, LLC ― Progress Report & Discussion
Bohn explained the most current version of the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) schedule is
available for review in today’s meeting agenda packet (also pasted below).
Approved: 7/25/19
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Bohn remarked the final phase of Hunden Strategic Partners’ (HSP) conference center feasibility
analysis is almost complete. He walked through the following initial recommendations and highlights
of the analysis:
Create a public‐mission non‐profit to own and asset‐manage the project.
Fund ongoing operations and related marketing with a new TBID (Tourism Business Improvement
District). HSP recommends a County‐wide TBID, if possible.
Fund the project via public bond, repaid by lease revenues and the County’s hotel tax or TBID.
Apply for a NYS Upstate Revitalization Initiative (URI) grant of up to $21 million (⅕ of total $105
million project), while preparing for/anticipating an award of $7 million (⅕ of $36 million public
elements portion). A NYS Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) application will also be
submitted.
Non‐profit should bid out management of the conference center to a third‐party management
company on a five‐year basis.
Discussion has already begun with Civitas Advisors regarding creation of a TBID.
HSP anticipates conference center would carry an annual operating deficit, which should eventually
stabilize at ~$250,000/year.
Proulx noted there are two critical issues associated with the conference center: (1) its overall financial
feasibility; and (2) the fact the procedural and financial mechanisms involved do not lie within the
City’s control, which may pose a problem in adhering to the project’s implementation schedule.
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Graham asked if the City would incur any financial obligations associated with the conference center.
Proulx replied, since it would be managed by an entirely separate non‐profit, the City itself would not
be financially obligated.
Bohn explained Vecino will now provide an update on its planning for the project. Vecino further
developed its original project concept and also created two alternative options that do not include a
conference center:
VERSION 1 ― ORIGINAL CONCEPT: 11 stories, 218 affordable units, 2‐story 49,000 SF conference center,
350 parking spaces (excludes east section of garage)
VERSION 2.1 ― EXCLUDES CONFERENCE CENTER: 8 stories, 173 affordable units, 1‐story 9,000 SF
commercial (light‐gauge steel construction like City Centre)
VERSION 2.2 ― EXCLUDES CONFERENCE CENTER: 12 stories, 273 affordable units, 1‐story 9,000 SF
commercial (structural steel construction like Harold’s Square)
Chiang walked through the Vecino proposal. She noted the most significant change from the earlier
proposal is that all program space will now be located on/in the western portion of the site, while
parking and Cinemapolis will now be located on/in the central portion, which simplifies the overall
design. GreenStar has expressed strong interest in relocating its Buffalo Street store to the project site,
should one of the two alternative options be selected.
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Lewis inquired into the project’s laundry and storage facilities. Chiang replied each floor would include a
central laundry area (1 per 10 housing units), while storage would comprise a linen closet, bedroom closet,
and coat closet (following NYS Homes and Community Renewal guidelines).
Farrell asked about bicycle storage. Chiang replied bicycles could be stored either in separate bicycle
storage units, or in larger bulk‐storage units.
Proulx asked about the meaning of the sentence, “These figures assume the center section is essentially
free standing and would not share a drive with the eastern section of the garage,” in the “Parking Plan”
slide of the presentation. Chiang replied that statement was written before Vecino learned of the
proposed Ithaca Properties, LLC development of the Eastern Section. There will now only be one drive,
which would actually serve to increase the parking capacity to 356 spaces.
Chiang indicated construction would start in July 2021 over 24 months, depending somewhat on the
type of structure/materials selected. The intent would be to re‐open the parking portion as soon as
possible. Cinemapolis would be compensated for the time it is forced to close. Vecino tentatively
secured a temporary parking lot to serve as both parking and staging for construction workers and
equipment over the course of construction. She added that using heavy steel would provide the
project with more flexibility, in terms of the design, but would be a little more expensive and may take
slightly longer to complete.
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Construction Schedule & Milestones
Farrell inquired about what would be done to provide parking for people, while the garage is closed.
Bohn replied that remains something to be worked out with the City. Cornish added that nearby
surface‐parking spaces could hopefully be employed.
Manzardo added it may be possible to coordinate parking availability with Ithaca Properties, LLC to
alleviate some of that demand.
Chiang indicated that Vecino will be partnering with Springbrook to provide supportive services for
residents of all ages with developmental disabilities, in collaboration with the New York State Office for
People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). There would be 16‐20 supportive housing units.
Chiang noted that CRM Rental Management, Inc. (CRM) will manage the site and maintain/provide
residential leasing services.
Lewis asked if CRM will also be managing the future Ithaca Arthaus project. Manzardo replied, yes.
Lewis asked if CRM has sufficient experience in managing large projects, like this one. Manzardo replied
that Vecino selected CRM, because the State highly recommended it. CRM also already manages some of
Vecino’s other projects and Vecino is pleased with its performance.
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Manzardo presented an overview of the following lease terms:
Parking Proposed Terms
Assumptions: 350 parking spaces
30‐year term, 5.0% interest rate, 1.10 DCR requirement
Total Development Cost: $12 million
Annual Payments locked for 30 years:
$2,440 per stall with no grant
$2,240 per stall if $1 million grant
$2,025 per stall if $2 million grant
$1,820 per stall if $3 million grant
$1,620 per stall if $4 million grant
Conference Center Proposed Terms
Assumptions: 48,832 SF consisting of 1,000 SF commercial space, remainder conference center space
30‐Year term, 6.50% interest, 1.15 DCR requirement
Total Development Cost: $31 million
Annual conference center payments locked for 30 years:
$2,680,000 with no grant
$2,340,000 with $4 million grant
$1,980,000 with $8 million grant
$1,630,000 with $12 million grant
$1,380,000 with $16 million grant
Bohn noted he listed the following pros and cons for the two alternative options in his June 24, 2019
memorandum to the Economic Development Committee (EDC) (“Vecino 6/17/19 ENA submission”):
Pros/Cons – Version 2.1
Pro – Decreased housing count allows a lower building and may allow for more architectural
variation and step‐backs
Pro – Likely does not require western cantilever of building
Pro – Lower parking demand frees parking for other downtown users
Pro – Smaller building will reduce the time period of construction
Con – Fewer affordable housing units
Pros/Cons – Version 2.2:
Pro – Maximizes new supply of affordable housing units
Pro – Maximizes affordable housing units located adjacent to the transit hub
Pro ‐ Increases purchasing power for downtown businesses
Con – Large concentration of income‐restricted housing in one location (West Village is 235 units)
and an out‐of town property management company
Con – Modest outdoor space on site for resident use
Con – Increased parking demand
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Con – Project may temporarily fill the demand for rental housing at 50‐60% Area Median Income
(AMI), thereby reduce funding for other Low‐Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects in other
locations of the City until the project leases up
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Bohn remarked the following four issues will require further discussion:
(1.) Mitigation plan during construction (e.g., downtown parking, Cinemapolis)
(2.) Relationship to neighboring uses and set‐backs
(3.) Residential property management
(4.) Usable open spaces
Proulx reported that two Committee members preferred Version 2.1, since it contains fewer housing
units and is therefore more conservative in terms accommodating any potential future decrease in
housing demand, while reducing the possible impact of locating so much affordable housing on a single
site. Two other Committee members preferred Version 2.2, which provides more affordable housing.
Rosario indicated he would prefer to maximize the amount of affordable housing, so he would lean
towards Version 2.2; however, it needs to be demonstrated that the property management company
could support that much housing. Bohn noted the project budget would provide a pro rata amount of
funding for property management services.
Lewis indicated she is leaning towards Version 2.1.
Graham remarked he strongly supports more affordable housing; however, since the time the original
proposal was submitted, more affordable housing units have been planned for the city. He is also
concerned with the massing of the building on the site. He would prefer Version 2.1.
Farrell indicated she is also leaning towards Version 2.1, for the same reasons as Graham.
Proulx asked if the IURA could meet with CRM Rental Management, Inc. (CRM). Manzardo replied, yes.
Vecino will arrange a meeting.
2. Eastern Section: Proposed Sponsor Application from Ithaca Properties, LLC
Proulx explained the agenda packet includes a sponsor application and conceptual development plan
for the eastern section of the Green Street Garage site to demolish/rebuild parking and construct new
housing.
Bohn noted evaluating the proposal will be a two‐part process: (1) determining whether the applicant
is qualified, and; (2) assessing whether it represents an urban renewal project the IURA would support.
There are a couple of major constraints associated with the site, which he explained in his June 24,
2019 memorandum to the Committee (“Redevelopment of East Section of Green Street Parking Garage
Site ‐ Negotiate or Issue RFP”):
“The development rights in the eastern section are very constrained for anyone not working in close
collaboration with the adjoining Marriott Hotel and underlying private property owner (Ithaca
Properties, LLC). The Marriott hotel ownership holds an option agreement to acquire the eastern
section of the garage in the event the City conveys or decommissions the eastern parking decks.
Ithaca Properties, LLC owns the 1‐story building and land under the eastern public parking decks.
While the City possesses the rights to repair, alter and improve existing structural columns and
foundations, it does not possess the right to construct additional columns without Rimland's consent.
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The current column spacing designed for the parking decks is unlikely to be sufficient to support
substantial upper story housing. Additionally, the City's parking agreement with the Marriott
requires the City to provide hotel parking in the eastern section of the garage for 18 additional years
at prevailing public rates.
My conclusion is that without the consent of both the Marriott and Ithaca Properties, the project site
is not feasible for significant private sector redevelopment at this time.”
Bohn explained that the Committee added language to the original resolution, requiring that the
feasibility of including affordable housing in the project be assessed by the Tompkins County Industrial
Development Agency (IDA).
Moved by Proulx, seconded by Rosario:
Designate Ithaca Properties, LLC
as Qualified & Eligible Sponsor for Eastern Section of
Green Street Garage Urban Renewal Project Site
WHEREAS, on June 19, 2019, Ithaca Properties, LLC submitted a Project Sponsor application to be
designated a “qualified and eligible sponsor” to potentially acquire air rights in the eastern section
of the Green Street Garage urban renewal project site, and
WHEREAS, the Green Street Garage at 120 E. Green Street is located within the IURA Urban
Renewal Project Boundary Area, and
WHEREAS, the existing Green Street Garage structure is divided into three sections, and
WHEREAS, the IURA possesses site control for air rights in the eastern section of the Green Street
Garage site, but the portion of the site below the parking decks is privately owned by Ithaca
Properties, LLC, and
WHEREAS, on December 13, 2018, the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency (IURA) designated the Vecino
Group New York, LLC (Vecino) as the preferred developer and “qualified and eligible sponsor”
authorized to potentially acquire all, or a portion of, the Green Street Garage site for the purpose of
undertaking an urban renewal project, and
WHEREAS, the privately owned area located under the eastern parking decks was evaluated for a
possible conference center use by Hunden Strategic Partners in the phase II conference center
feasibility analysis, but found to lack sufficient floor‐to‐ceiling height to accommodate the desired
ballroom, and
WHEREAS, in 2013, the City of Ithaca executed an agreement with the owners of the Marriott Hotel
granting them an option to acquire the eastern section of the garage for $1 in the event the City
conveys or decommissions the eastern section, and
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WHEREAS, to install a foundation system to support multi‐level development above the parking
decks will require consent from Ithaca Properties, LLC, owner of the land under the parking decks,
and
WHEREAS, without consent of both the Marriott Hotel owners and Ithaca Properties, LLC, the
project site is not feasible for private sector development at this time, and
WHEREAS, Ithaca Properties, LLC indicates they have support of the Marriott Hotel ownership for
their proposed redevelopment project, and
WHEREAS, three of the four respondents to the prior 2018 Request for Proposals for the Green
Street parking garage site excluded the eastern section of the garage from their development
proposals, and
WHEREAS, the sole respondent including the eastern section was Ithaca‐Peak Development, LLC,
which included the managing member of Ithaca Properties, LLC , Jeffrey Rimland, on their project
team, and
WHEREAS, Vecino’s currently proposed urban renewal project does not incorporate the eastern
section of the Green Street Garage site, leaving it available for redevelopment by another
developer, and
WHEREAS, a 2016 structural evaluation of the garage found a number of deficient tendons for slabs
and beams in the eastern section, warranting close monitoring to ensure safety and evaluation of
options for repair, reconstruction, or decommissioning of the 45‐year old structure, and
WHEREAS, Ithaca Properties, LLC proposes to acquire the air rights in the eastern section of the
project site to undertake an urban renewal project to demolish the existing parking decks and
ground‐floor commercial space, develop ground floor private parking, reconstruct the two public
parking decks, and add nine levels of housing above the parking decks, and
WHEREAS, the urban renewal project proposes to lease back the rebuilt parking decks to the City
for public parking, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 508 of General Municipal Law, the IURA may designate a Qualified
and Eligible Sponsor to purchase or lease property from the IURA to undertake an urban renewal
project, subject to a determination that a Sponsor meets the following IURA evaluation criteria:
Financial status and stability
Legal qualifications to operate in the State of New York and to enter into contracts with regard
to disposition, use, and development of land in question
Previous experience in financing, use, development, and operations of projects of a similar
nature
Reputation and proof of fair, reputable, and ethical business practices and record devoid of
convictions, and
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WHEREAS, Ithaca Properties, LLC registered with the New York State Department of State as a
domestic limited liability company in 1996 that it is authorized to legally operate in New York State,
and
WHEREAS, the Sponsor team is led by Jeffrey Rimland, who has substantial development and
financing experience as the 100% owner of the adjoining Rothschild Building since 2003 and a 30%
owner of the adjacent Marriott Hotel, as well as several other real estate projects on Long Island,
and
WHEREAS, the applicant’s ownership of the land under the city parking decks located in the eastern
section of the parking garage creates a special opportunity to redevelop this section of the project
site that is unavailable to any other private developer, and
WHEREAS, the IURA reviews the following considerations for approval of an urban renewal project:
Improve the social, physical and economic characteristics of the City of Ithaca and the
immediate area impacted by the project
Expand access to quality, affordable housing
Strengthen neighborhoods and the local economy
Implement adopted plans and initiatives of the IURA and the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, at its June 24, 2019 meeting, the IURA Economic Development Committee reviewed
submitted qualifications and compared them to the IURA Sponsor evaluation criteria and
recommended the following; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, the IURA hereby finds Ithaca Properties, LLC satisfies IURA sponsor criteria ― including
qualifications, capacity, and experience ― to be designated a Sponsor to undertake an urban
renewal project at the eastern section of the Green Street Garage urban renewal site, subject to
satisfactory review by the IURA Chairperson of the following additional submissions:
Audited financial statements, or accountant‐prepared financial statements and tax returns, for
the last three completed fiscal years
Organizational documents of the LLC (articles of organization & operating agreement)
Personal financial statement for each principal owning at least 20% of the LLC
Documentation of municipal compliance for each property in the City of Ithaca owned by the
applicant or a member of the applicant LLC with ownership interest of 20% or more,
And be it further
RESOLVED, that upon satisfaction of the above condition, the IURA hereby designates Ithaca
Properties, LLC as a “Qualified and Eligible Sponsor” to potentially acquire the air rights at the
eastern section of the Green Street Garage site at 120 E. Green Street, Ithaca, NY, to undertake an
urban renewal project, and be it further
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RESOLVED, that the IURA identifies the following development project issues to be satisfactorily
addressed:
1. Approach to establishing the sales price of the project site (air rights);
2. General proposed terms and rate of lease to city of rebuilt parking decks;
3. Preliminary project schedule;
4. Projected net increase in property tax revenues generated by the project;
5. Compliance with IDA implementation of the City CIITAP affordable housing policy if CIITAP
incentives sought for the project (20% affordable units at 75% AMI required if sufficient
incentives are provided to retain financial feasibility of the project);
6. Compliance with street‐level active use requirement;
7. Coordination with Marriott Hotel ownership regarding interim parking until newly constructed
eastern decks are available for public parking;
8. Approach by Marriott Hotel ownership to waive/exercise their option to purchase the site if the
City conveys or decommissions the eastern parking decks;
9. Approach to mitigate adverse impact during construction on adjacent uses, including
Cinemapolis and public parking;
10. Consent of M&T Bank regarding its leasehold mortgage on the project site;
11. Identification of the preferred pedestrian route between the proposed conference center and
the Marriott Hotel;
12. Retention of the existing eastern public staircase, or similar access and egress, between the
parking garage and The Commons;
13. Availability of sufficient Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency incentives to result in
20% new affordable housing units, while retaining project financial feasibility to support
implementation of the City’s CIITAP affordable housing policy recommendation.
Carried Unanimously: 4‐0
B. HUD Entitlement Grant Program
1. Request from Finger Lakes ReUse, Inc. (FLRU) for 2nd Time Extension to Satisfy Loan Approval
Condition (Project #9, 2019)
Bohn explained that FLRU submitted term sheets from its lenders in an amount sufficient to finance the
acquisition, but FLRU needs more time to finalize the process. FLRU appears to have made significant
progress, so Bohn recommends approving the extension.
Moved by Proulx, seconded by Farrell:
2nd Extension of Deadline for Finger Lakes ReUse, Inc.
to Satisfy Loan Approval Condition (CDBG #13, 2019)
WHEREAS, on February 28, 2019, the IURA approved $100,000 in loan assistance to Finger Lakes
ReUse, Inc. (FLRU) for site acquisition of 214 Elmira Rd., resulting in job retention, and
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WHEREAS, IURA loan approval was contingent upon IURA receipt by April 17, 2019 of a bank loan
commitment in an amount sufficient to complete the approximately $1.8 million FLRU project, and
WHEREAS, on April 18, 2019, a request from FLRU was approved to modify the deadline to submit
the bank loan commitment to June 26, 2019, and
WHEREAS, FLRU reports it has received multiple loan term sheets from lenders and expects to
close on bank financing in September 2019, and
WHEREAS, FLRU requests a second time extension to satisfy the loan approval condition, and
WHEREAS, the IURA Economic Development Committee considered this matter at its June 24,
2019 meeting and recommended the following; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the IURA hereby approves the requested 2nd time extension and modifies the loan
approval condition to read as follows:
“Submission to the IURA by September 25, 2019 of a bank loan commitment in an
amount sufficient to complete the project.”
RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Development for the IURA is authorized to issue a
revised Loan Commitment Letter in accordance with this resolution.
Carried Unanimously: 4‐0
2. HUD Annual Community Assessment (ACA) Report (8/1/17 ‐ 7/31/18)
Bohn announced the IURA received HUD’s 2017 Annual Community Assessment (ACA) Report for the
City. It contains the following findings:
“CPD Programs
The City submitted their 2017 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
which summarized their performance. The report was determined by HUD to be complete and
satisfactory. The report revealed that activities were implemented during the program year
consistent with the goals and objectives set forth in the City's 2017 Action Plan.
Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity:
Our review did not reveal any significant issues related to compliance.
Areas for Improvements and Recommendations
There are no areas for improvement or recommendations noted at this time
1. The City has carried out its programs substantially as described in its Consolidated Plan
submission.
2. The Consolidated Plan submission as implemented complies with the requirements of the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, and other applicable laws and regulations.
3. The City has the continuing capacity to carry out the approved programs in a timely manner.
Based on the above summary, the City's performance is satisfactory.”
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C. Canopy Hotel Urban Renewal Project at 320‐324 E. State St. ― Request from Ithaca Downtown
Associates, LLC to Subordinate IURA Mortgage to Primary Project Lender
Proulx explained the original IURA loan underwriting analysis already anticipated that a primary lender
would seek a senior mortgage lien position, so the IURA secured unlimited personal financial
guarantees on its loan.
Moved by Proulx, seconded by Farrell:
Loan Subordination Agreement on Behalf of
Ithaca Downtown Associates, LLC (Canopy Hotel, 324 E. State St.)
WHEREAS, on August 10, 2016, the IURA conveyed land located at 320‐324 E. State Street to
Ithaca Downtown Associates, LLC (IDA, LLC) to undertake an urban renewal project to construct
and operate the Canopy by Hilton hotel, and
WHEREAS, a portion of the $1.8 million IDA, LLC land acquisition was financed by a $1,375,000
loan from the IURA that is secured by a mortgage on the property and personal financial
guarantees from each of the principals of the IDA, LLC, and
WHEREAS, IDA, LLC requests the IURA subordinate its 1st mortgage lien position to the primary
project lender, ESL Federal Credit Union, and
WHEREAS, the outstanding IURA loan balance was $1,302,730.10 as of May 31, 2019, and
WHEREAS, IDA, LLC is current on all IURA loan payments, and
WHEREAS, original IURA loan underwriting anticipated a primary project lender would seek a
senior mortgage lien position, so unlimited personal financial guarantees were required from each
of the four principals of IDA, LLC, and
WHEREAS, the IURA Economic Development Committee reviewed this matter at its June 24, 2019
meeting and recommended the following; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the IURA hereby approves the request to subordinate the IURA mortgage on
property located at 324 E. State Street to the existing first and proposed second ESL Federal Credit
Union mortgages not to exceed a total of $20,945,000, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the IURA Chairperson is authorized, subject to review by IURA legal counsel, any
documents necessary to implement this resolution, and be it further
RESOLVED, that any legal costs incurred by the IURA shall be reimbursed by IDA, LLC.
Carried Unanimously: 4‐0
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VI. Other New/Old Business
A. Review of IURA Financials: May 2019
Bohn explained all loan repayments and lease payments are current. He added the IURA recently sold
247 Cherry Street to Moro Design.
B. Status of 2019‐2023 Consolidated Plan & 2019 Action Plan
Mendizabal reported she completed finalizing both the City’s 2019‐2023 Consolidated Plan and 2019
Action Plan, and submitted them to HUD by the deadline. Both documents will be available on the
IURA web site at: www.IthacaURA.org.
C. IURA Chairperson Report
None.
D. Common Council Liaison Report
Lewis reported that Common Council is in the beginning stages of negotiating the 2020 City budget.
Common Council also recently adopted a resolution approving a Green New Deal, including the following
actions:
Create a climate action plan (CAP) in 2020 to provide details on how to achieve the Ithaca Green
New Deal, and update the CAP every five years;
Adopt a Green Building Policy for new buildings in 2019;
Adopt a Green Building Policy for existing buildings by 2021; and
Assign additional staff as needed to implement the plan.
E. Staff Report
Bohn reported that the City is planning to submit a NYS Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) grant
application for the parking garage project. The City has also submitted a NYS Downtown Revitalization
Initiative (DRI) application, for up to $10M.
Bohn reported the City will be submitting a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) BUILD (Better
Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development) application for redevelopment of part of Route 13 (near
Purity Ice Cream) to create a boulevard/complete street.
VII. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned by consensus at 10:46 A.M.
— END —
Minutes prepared by C. Pyott, edited by N. Bohn.