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Home My WebLink AboutTB Minutes 1969-09-08n SEPTEMBER 8, I969 Minutes of the Regular Monthly Meeting of the Town Board of Ithaca held September 8, 19^9 "the Town Offices, 108 E, Green St., Ithaca, New York commencing at 4:00 o*clock P.M. PRESENT: William B. Kerr, Supervisor Harry U. Baker, Councilman Andrew W. McElwee, Councilman ABSENT: Noel Desch, Councilman Victor DelRosso, Councilman ALSO PRESENT: Walter Schwan, Planning Board Chairman James Buyoucos, Attorney for the Town Edward P. Riley, Town Clerk Marion Morey, Highway Sup't. WHCU & WTKO Representatives Donald Riker Thomas Mills Beverly Livesay Robert Poresky Michael Turbeck Dale Lashunits, Ithaca Journal Vincent Pranciamone The meeting was called to order by William B. Kerr, Supervisor. RESOLUTION 435 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion was made by Councilman McElwee and seconded by Supervisor Kerr that the minutes of the meeting of the Town Board held on August 11, 1969 as submitted by the clerk be approved. An all "aye" vote carried. * * * * RESOLUTION 436 - APPROVAL OF WARRANTS Motion was made by Councilman McElwee and seconded by Supervisor Kerr that warrants dated September 8, 1969 as submitted to the Board be approved for payment. General $79^381.07 Highway 5,872.68 2nd South Hill Water District 155.62 An all"aye" vote carried. * * * * RESOLUTION 437 - 2nd SOUTH HILL WATER DISTRICT- BOND ANTICIPATION NOTE Amotion was made by Supervisor Kerr and seconded by Councilman McElwee that the Board approve renewal of the following Bond Anticipation Note: 2nd South Hill Water District Due October 2, 1969 $210,000.00 and the Supervisor be authorized to execute such renewal and such other instruments as may be legally required to effect such renewal. Avote was taken with the following votes cast: Supervisor Kerr aye Councilman McElwee- aye Councilman Baker — aye * * * * RESOLUTION 439 - dOG ENUMERATOR APPOINTMENT JUNE MILES A motion was made by Supervisor Kerr and seconded by Councilman Baker that Mrs. June Miles, 1115 Danby Road, Ithaca, New York, be appointed Dog Enumerator for the year 1970. An all "aye" vote carried. RESOLUTION 439 - SCHOOL GUARD p| A motion was made by Supervisor Kerr and seconded by Councilman ^ ' McElwee that the School Guard position (at the crosswalk of NE School) receive $80.00 additional compensation per year since that position requires more responsibility. An all "aye* vote carried. STATE OP NEW YORK - EXAMINATION I966 through I968 - ACCOUNTS & FISCAL AFFAIRS Supervisor Kerr was pleased with the Town's conformity and the care taken of all aspects of accounts and fiscal affairs, as shown by the recent audit. Councilman McElwee and Councilman Baker made favorable comments. * * * * RESOLUTION 440 - SLATERVILLE SEWER DISTRICT- $560.60 - RETAlNEil FEfi- d.N.Y*. PI^fiLlNE CONST. CO. Lozier letter of September 4, I969 referred to $500.00 retainer per their letter of March 10, I969, and also stated that since restoration of properties has been satisfactorily completed as of September 4, 1969 the $500.00 should be released to C.N.Y. Pipeline Construction Corp. Councilman Baker thought payment should not be made until Professor Black, and James Freeman properties were protected from flooding, resulting from work in that area. Supervisor Kerr explained this condition existed without fault of the contractor who had followed Lozier plans. Councilman McElwee agreed. Councilman McElwee made the motion seconded by Supervisor Kerr that the $500.00 retainer fee be paid. An all "aye" vote carried. RESOLUTION 44l - PUBLIC HEARING-REZONING-MULTIPLE YmiLY TO R-I5-NORTHEAST ARET" Proof of Notice having been presented the Public Hearing was called to order at 4:30 P.M. by Supervisor Kerr. No persons appeared who were for or against the proposal. The Board considered questions raised concerning lot 72-1-3.14 by Walt Schwan which did not quite conform to requirements for lot size. I Board felt it would create no serious problem. Supervisor Kerr had objection letter from Frances Chase who was concerned that the rezoning might be punitive action against him. Mr. Kerr explained there vjas nothing punitive about the proposed rezoning. The Town Board were all in agreement for rezoning to R-I5. All persons desiring to be heard having been heard, the Hearing was ter minated at 4:50 P.M. 1 n Councilman McElwee made the motion, seconded by Supervisor Kerr that the following Tsix Map Parcels as shown on the 1968 Tax Map be rezoned from Multiple to R-I5. 72-1-3.2 . 72-1-3.1^ 3.3 3.15 3.-^ 3.1I 3.5 3.17 3.6 ' 3.18 3.7 3.19 3.8 •-n 3.9 , i 3.10 J 3.11 3.12 3.13 A vote was taken with the following votes cast; Supervisor Kerr aye Councilman McElwee aye Councilman Baker aye * * * * LIGHT DISTRICT - EASTERN HEIGHTS - INSTALLATION, 35 ORNAMENTAL LIGHTS Special Lighting District would have to be formed. Board did not deem it advisable since the costs would be excessitye for those involved. Eastenn Heights could do so if they wished. NO ACTION TAKEN. * * * * ^ RESOLUTION 442 - THERM ROAD I Voted Resolved that Hudson Street Extension owned by Town of Ithaca be returned to Therm Electric. A vote was taken with the following votes cast: Supervisor Kerr aye Councilman McElwee aye Councilman Baker aye * * * * EASTERN HEIGHTS - TEXAS LANE & TUDOR PARK Discussion by Board concerning Town accepting this land, paying Liability Insurance on it, with Eastern Heights Civic Association maintaining it for neighborhood park. Deferred. Eastern Heights Association will draft letter to Town Board outlining their objectives and exact requests. Board looked with favor on proposition, although no action was taken. STORMWATER DRAINAGE-NORTHEAST ^EA Walter Schwan, Planning Board Chairman quickly brought the Board up to date. Lozier Engineer studies of the area contrasted sharply with the proposed 60,000 gallon dam by BOCES to remedy the drainage area. He further explained that: i ' 1) County Highway Superintendent Howard Stevenson would not I permit BOCES usage of Warren Road banks for such a purpose. 2) Had this building come to the planning authorities, the situation might have been averted, since the building might have been set back. 3) Needs are: 1) Pond for 1,200,000 gals: Drainage Area BOCES Winston Court Drainage Area 2) Pond for 1,920,000 gals: BOCES Winston Court Cornell - 30 acres The 60,000 gal. proposal is simply a drop in the bucket. The Board brought out maps and discussed using the Savage Farm (Cornell) 30 acres as a dam site. Councilman McElwee questioned Mr. Schwgin about the area. Mr. Schwan thought it would be the answer if BOCES & CORNELL would act. Supervisor Kerr thought the plan a quick and practical solution, as well as economically feasible. Planning Board Chairman Schwan and Councilman Desch will try to arrange a meeting of BOCES and Cornell to obtain their opinion of the Town Boards suggestion. * * * * RESOLUTION ^4-43 - REGULAR AND BUDGET MEETING Voted Resolved to hold Regular and Preliminary Budget Meeting on October 6, 1969 at 4:00 P.M. Carried. * * * * Letter to Mr. Russell Savey about road acceptance and Juniper Drive. * * Physical changes of office discussed. * * TURBECKS vs. TOWN OF ITHACA TurbScks are apparently complying with May 1967 variance. Shrubbery being planted in required areas. r EASTERN HEIGHTS-CHARLENE STREET Temporary take over by Town for roadway exit from Charlene St. after 800 foot gravel extension and base is put in. This was done to conform with School Regulations for bus service. TOWN PLANNER-No action Favored applicant obtained position at Cornell. Interviews being continued. Part time Planner discussed. * * S. HILL SEWER-No action Lozier Engineers will be in Town Wednesday, September 10, 1969 for conference. * * THOMAS MILLS-PINEVIEW TERRACE-HICKORY PLACE No action. Town will accept roads only after Town specifications are met. * * Meeting adjourned at 6:15 P.M. Edward P. Riley Town Clerk