HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB Minutes 2009-11-09 Regular Meeting of the Ithaca Town Board
Monday, November 9, 2009 at 5 : 30 p. m .
215 North Tioga Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
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AGENDA
1 . Call to Order
2 . Pledge of Allegiance
3 . Report of City of Ithaca Common Council — Robin Korherr
4 . Report of Fire Commission — written report
5 . Report of Tompkins County Legislature — Mike Koplinka Loehr — Dist . 11
6 . 5 : 45 p . m . - Persons to be Heard and Board Comments
7 . 6 : 10 p . m . — Public Hearing — to hear public comment regarding a proposed
Fire Contract with the City of Ithaca for Fire Protection and Emergency
Services for Part of the Town of Ithaca Fire Protection District
a . Consider approval
8 . 6 : 20 p. m . — Public Hearing — to hear public comment regarding the
Proposed Local Law Amending Fence and Wall Requirements and Adding
Related Definitions in Chapter 270 (Zoning) of the Town of Ithaca Code
a . SEQR
b . Consider adoption
9 . Continue discussion of development in the Northeast corner of the Town
10 . Discuss and consider setting a public hearing for the East Shore Drive Water
Main Replacement Project
11 . Consider setting a Public Hearing for a local law to consider a parking request
to the County for no parking on Troy Road and King Road East
12 , Consider Statement of Acceptance of the Drug and Alcohol Testing Program
Policy and authorizing the Town Supervisor to sign on behalf of the Town for
the year 2010
13 . Consider resolution requesting that towns be involved agencies in gas drilling
activities
14 . Discussion and Consider Approval of 2009 Dental Insurance Rates
15 . Consider Approval of Revised Job Description — Town Clerk
ti � a . Consider Appointment of Interview Committee for the Town Clerk Position
16 . Consider approval to increase the hours of the deputy town clerk position
17 . Consider approval to create sick bank for John Williams
17a . Set a Public Hearing to hear public comment regarding establishing the
administration of fees and charges in the Town of Ithaca
18 . Consider Consent Agenda
a . Town Board minutes
b . Approval of the Floating Holiday for 2010
c . Approval of Records Management Half Day for November 20th from 8 a . m .
to noon
d . Regular Appointment of Engineering Technician I
e . Town of Ithaca Abstract
f . Bolton Point Abstract
19 . Report of Town Officials
20 . Report of Town Committees
21 . Report of Intermunicipal Organizations
22 , Correspondence
23 . Consider Adjournment
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Regular Meeting of the Ithaca Town' 'Board
F PP Monday, November 9, 2009 at 5:30 p. m .
TO 215 North Tioga Street, Ithaca, NY 14860
Present: Supervisor Engman ; Councilwoman Leary; Councilman Stein ; Councilman
Goodman ; Councilman Levine ; Councilwoman Hunter; Councilman DePaolo
Staff: Debra DeAugistine , Deputy Town Clerk ; Jim Weber, Highway Superintendent ;
Jonathan Kanter, Director of Planning ; Bruce Bates , Director of Code Enforcement ;
Judy Drake , Human Resources Specialist ; Susan Brock , Attorney for the Town ; Alfred
Carvill , Budget Director.
Call to Order : Supervisor Engman called the meeting to order at 5 :30 p . m . , and led the
assemblage in the pledge of allegiance .
Agenda Item No. 3 — Report of City of Ithaca Common Council
No report .
Agenda Item No. 4 — Report of Fire Commissioners
No report .
Agenda Item No. 5 : Report of Tompkins County Legislature
Supervisor Engman read the written report from Michael Koplinka- Loehr (see
attachment # 1 ) .
Agenda Item No . 6 : Persons to be heard and Board Comments
Thomas LiVigne from Cornell University read from a letter he wrote to Rich DePaolo
and the Planning Committee (Attachment #2) . In the letter, he recommended against
rezoning .
Larry Fabbroni , the project engineer for Briarwood II , stated that he would like to echo
what Tom said on behalf of Mr. Lucente . He explained that they' re committed to trying
to improve their project to the point of incorporating every modern and topical
environmental asset into it , basically by putting in storm sewers and those sorts of
things to take care of the basement drainage and minimize the footprint of the forest , by
doing innovative design , and working to minimize the size of the lots around the water
tank to maximize the corridor. He stated that everyone has a different idea about the
wildlife corridor, and even since the last time the Town asked for some progress and
action on this , the Lucente group have been to the Fingerlakes Land Trust , who don 't
consider it to be enough of a corridor to be involved as a piece of land they would be
interested in owning . Even so , Mr. Lucente is willing to work with the Town and through
drainage districts and other mechanisms take care of the maintenance of the facilities
that would be built in such a way to maximize the forest that would still be existing at the
end of any development . They've had a number of meetings in the last week with
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various town board members and because of that Mr. Fabbroni thinks it would ' be a little
precipitous to move ahead with a conservation - zone . He assured the Town Board that
they don 't want a conservation zone and they' don 't want only seven lots to develop : ,
Things just take time to work through to reach something that is useful both for the
neighborhood , for the Town , Mr. Lucente , the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and any other
interest that might be associated with this project .
The supervisor asked if there were any other comments , and hearing none , moved on
to another item on the agenda .
Agenda Item No . 10 : Discuss and consider setting a public hearing for the East
Shore Drive Water Main Replacement Project
TB Resolution 2009-203 : Set Public Hearing for the East Shore Drive Water Inlain
Replacement Project
WHEREAS , a map , report and plan , including an estimate of cost , have been duly
prepared in such manner and in such detail as has heretofore been determined by the
Town Board of the Town of Ithaca , Tompkins County , New York , relating to the creation
and construction , pursuant to Article 12 -C of the Town Law, of water system
improvements to be known and identified as the Town of Ithaca East Shore Drive Water
Improvements , and hereinafter also referred to as " improvement , " to provide such water
improvement including extensions , to the present Town water improvement , such water
system improvement to be constructed and owned by the Town of Ithaca , and
WHEREAS , said map , plan and report , including estimate of cost , were prepared by a
competent engineer, duly licensed by the State of New York and have been filed in the
office of the Town Clerk of said Town , where the same are available during regular
office hours for examination by any person or persons interested in the subject matter
thereof; and
WHEREAS , the area of said Town determined to be benefited by said Town of Ithaca
East Shore Drive Water Improvements consists of the entire area of said Town
excepting there from the area contained within the Village of Cayuga Heights , and
WHEREAS , the proposed improvement consists of the water improvements set forth
below, and in the areas of the Town as set forth below, and as more particularly shown
and described in said map , plan and report presently on file in the office of the Town
Clerk: Construction and installation of approximately 6 , 000 feet of new 12 - inch Ductile
Iron Pipe ( DIP) water main along the east side of East Shore Drive commencing from
the intersection of Renwick Place and Lake Street , then extending north to the
intersection of Remington Road and East Shore Drive , and continuing north along East
Shore Drive to the Town of Ithaca/Town of Lansing municipal boundary . The
improvement also includes an 8 - inch Polyethylene water main loop serving the lake
houses from Number 916 to Number 940 , along with multiple service lines serving the
remaining houses in the Town along East Shore Drive . The improvement also includes
the construction of a pressure regulating station consisting of a pre -cast concrete
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building , pressure regulating valves and related piping to be located on Remington
Road , and ancillary facilities , and
WHEREAS , the maximum proposed to be expended by the Town of Ithaca for the
aforesaid improvement is $2 , 500 , 000 . The proposed method of financing to be
employed by said Town of Ithaca consists of the issuance of serial bonds of said Town
of Ithaca to mature in annual installments over a period not to exceed forty years , such
bonds to be paid from assessments levied upon and collected from the several lots and
parcels of land in said Town of Ithaca water system benefited area which are deemed
benefited by said improvement , so much upon and from each as shall be in just
proportion to the amount of the benefit which the improvement shall confer upon the
same , and
WHEREAS , it is now desired to call a public hearing for the purpose of considering said
map , plan and report , including estimate of cost , and the providing of the improvement ,
and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof concerning the same , all in
accordance with the provisions of Section 209 -q of the Town Law; NOW , THEREFORE ,
BE IT
ORDERED , by the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca , Tompkins County , New York, as
follows :
Section 1 . A public meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca ,
Tompkins County , New York , shall be held at the Town Hall , 215 North Tioga
Street , in Ithaca , New York, in said Town , on the 7th day of December, 2009 , at
6 : 10 p . m . , Prevailing Time , to consider the aforesaid map , plan and report ,
including estimate of cost , and the question of providing the improvement , and to
hear all persons interested in the subject thereof concerning the same and to take
such action thereon as is required by law.
Section 2 . The Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a copy
of this Order with a Notice of Adoption to be published once in the official
newspaper, and also to post a copy thereof on the town signboard maintained by
the Town Clerk, not less than ten ( 10) nor more than twenty (20) days before the
day designated for the hearing as aforesaid , all in accordance with the provisions
of Section 209-q of the Town Law,
Section 3 . This Order shall take effect immediately .
The question of the adoption of the foregoing Order was duly put to a vote on roll call ,
which resulted as follows :
MOVED : Councilman Stein
SECONDED : Councilman DePaolo
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein , aye ;
Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman Hunter,
aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried - unanimous
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Agenda Item No. 11 : Consider setting a Public Hearing for a local law to consider
a parking request from the County for no parking on Troy Road and King Road
East
Jim Weber introduced this topic . He stated that the county is concerned because of
visibility and site distances at that intersection . Based on the number of rental units in
that area , a lot of parking takes place on the street , which is creating some of the issues
with the sight distances . The county is also concerned with their winter snow removal .
The number of cars parked along the street will inhibit some of their ability to keep the
road clear.
TB RESOLUTION NO . 2009-204 : SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A
LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 250 OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA CODE , TITLED
"VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC. " BY PROHIBITING PARKING NORTH AND WEST OF
THE INTERSECTION OF TROY ROAD AND KING ROAD EAST. "
RESOLVED , that the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hold a public hearing at the
Town Hall , 215 North Tioga Street , Ithaca , New York, on the 7th day of December, 2009 ,
at 5 : 55 p . m . for the purpose of considering a proposed Local Law Amending Chapter
250 of the Town of Ithaca Code , Titled "Vehicles and Traffic , " by prohibiting parking
north and west of the intersection of Troy Road and King Road East ; and
FURTHER RESOLVED , that at such time and place all persons interested in the
proposed amendment may be heard concerning the same ; and
FURTHER RESOLVED , that the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca is hereby authorized
and directed to publish a notice of such public hearing in the Ithaca Journal published in
the City of Ithaca , Ithaca , New York, and to post a copy of same on the signboard of the
Town of Ithaca , said publication and posting to occur not less than ten days before the
day designated above for the public hearing .
MOVED : Councilman Stein
SECONDED : Councilman Levine
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary , aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion approved — Unanimous
Agenda Item No . 12 : Consider Statement of Acceptance of the Drug and Alcohol
Testing Program Policy and authorizing the Town Supervisor to sign on behalf of
the Town for the year 2010 -
Judy Drake explained the program : The Town has participated in the Tompkins County
consortium , where our CDL drivers go through a random drug and alcohol testing
program . This allows us to be in a larger pool so our people aren 't called all the time ,
and it also drives the cost down quite a bit . Then as there are changes in state and
federal regulations , we have to change the policy every year, so this is an annual
update .
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Councilman Levine moved and Councilwoman Hunter seconded the motion. Susan
Brock suggested that the words "program policy" be added to the first paragraph of the
resolution after the words "drug and alcohol . " The amendment was accepted .
Supervisor Engman called for a vote on the amended resolution . The motion was
carried ; Councilman Stein out of the room when the vote was taken .
TB RESOLUTION NO , 2009=205 : Approval of Revised Druq and Alcohol Policy
WHEREAS , Tompkins County, the City of Ithaca , and the Towns and Villages of
Tompkins County were required under the Omnibus Employee Testing Act of 1991 to
implement drug and alcohol testing program policy for their commercial drivers license
(CDL) holders by January 1996 ; and
WHEREAS , the Town has participated in an intermunicipal agreement pursuant to
General Municipal Law Article 5 -G with the County, City of Ithaca , and the Towns and
Villages of Tompkins County as an efficient and cost-effective method for all parties to
comply with this law ; and
WHEREAS , the Human Resources Manager and the Highway Superintendent have
reviewed the Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Policy and recommend approving the
policy revisions (attached ) ;
Now therefore be it
RESOLVED , that the Town of Ithaca agrees to continue an intermunicipal agreement
with Tompkins County , the City of Ithaca and the Towns and Villages of Tompkins
County for the purpose of implementing the required drug and alcohol ; and be it further
RESOLVED , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby approve the revised
Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Policy and authorizes the Town Supervisor to sign
the contract ; and be it further
RESOLVED , the Human Resources Manager is directed to incorporate the revised
policies into the Personnel Manual and distribute a copy to each CDL driver.
MOVED : Councilman Levine
SECONDED : Councilwoman Hunter
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
absent ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ;
Councilwoman Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion approved
. Unanimous
Agenda Item No . 13 : Consider resolution requesting that towns be involved
agencies in gas drilling activities
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Supervisor Engman moved and Councilwoman Hunter seconded the motion . After
discussion and several amendments , Supervisor Engman called for a vote on the
amended resolution . The motion was approved unanimously .
TB RESOLUTION No. 2009-206 : REQUEST TO REQUIRE TOWNS TO BE
INVOLVED AGENCIES IN GAS DRILLING ACTIVITIES
WHEREAS , It is estimated that the geologic rock formation known as Marcellus Shale
may contain up to several trillion cubic feet of natural gas under a large portion of the
southern tier of New York State ; and
WHEREAS , the high percentage of acreage currently leased with gas companies within
the Town of Ithaca would lead us to expect numerous gas wells to be permitted within
our Town 's boundaries ; and
WHEREAS , drilling into the Marcellus Shale will require millions of gallons of water plus
tens of thousands of gallons of chemicals , many toxic and carcinogenic , for each
hydrofracturing episode where this liquid mixed with special sand is injected into the
ground under high pressure ; and
WHEREAS , the injection and subsequent removal of this toxic mixture from
hydrofracturing is known to have contaminated drinking and surface water; and
WHEREAS , the transport of this massive amount of water and produced fracing fluid
creates a significant public hazard and wear of Town roads : and
WHEREAS , the sound , vibration , and light from the drilling operation can be expected to
cause significant disturbance to our residential and farming community ; and
WHEREAS , most rural towns , including the Town of Ithaca , have little industrial
development to date , yet with the onset of gas drilling could become home to potentially
hundreds of industrial sites , and ,
WHEREAS , unlike every other industry that would want to site within a Town , gas wells
are sited by the industry and not the community that hosts it , and
WHEREAS , the draft Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement for drilling
in the Marcellus Shale does not address the cumulative impacts of more than one well ,
yet the impacts to the Town of Ithaca' s property values and assessment , roads , water
supply, landscape , and most importantly community will be significant if we host several
to over one hundred well sites ; and
WHEREAS , the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is not in a
position to assess the cumulative impacts of many gas wells , but Municipalities , who
best know and can evaluate these impacts are , so all local governments must be part of
the review process for natural gas drilling permit applications and the comments of
municipalities should be considered and given Involved Agency weight when
determinations are made related to natural gas application ;
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NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , that the Town of Ithaca requests that the
Department of Environmental Conservation promulgate regulations with regard to the
Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement for drilling : inlhe Marcellus
Shale to require that local governments be designated as Involved .Agencies for State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) proceedings relatinglto natural gas permit
applications for proposed sites within the boundaries of the local governments , and be it
further
RESOLVED , that local governments ' statements be solicited and given significant
weight when determinations relating to natural gas applications are made ; and be it
further
RESOLVED , that copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to : Commissioner Pete
Grannis , New York State Department of Environmental Conservation , Governor David
Paterson , Representative Maurice Hinchey, State Senator James Seward , State
Senator George Winner, State Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton , and the NYS
Association of Towns .
MOVED : Supervisor Engman
SECONDED : Councilwoman Hunter
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion approved — Unanimous
Agenda Item No . 14 : Discussion and Consider Approval of 2009 Dental Insurance
Rates
TB RESOLUTION NO. 2009=207 : Approval of Dental Insurance Plan for 2010.
WHEREAS , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca wishes to continue the agreement
with Guardian , to provide dental insurance for certain Town of Ithaca employees ,
retirees and elected officials ; and
WHEREAS , the quote from Guardian increases the individual and family monthly
premiums for 2010 by 10% , the rates are as follows :
2010 $45 .80 Individual $ 123.75 Family
2009 $42 .41 Individual $ 114 . 59 Family
Increase $3 . 39 $9 . 16
And
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WHEREAS , the Town Board has discussed the coverage and the premiums as outlined
above ;
Now , therefore , be it
RESOLVED , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby authorize and direct
the Town Supervisor to enter into an agreement with Guardian to provide dental
coverage for certain Town of Ithaca employees , retirees and elected officials upon the
advice of the Attorney for the Town and the Human Resources Manager; and be it
further
RESOLVED , all participants are required to pay 100% of the monthly premiums .
MOVED : Councilwoman Hunter
SECONDED : Councilman Goodman
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary , aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion approved — Unanimous
Agenda Item No . 17 : Consider approval to create sick bank for John Williams
TB RESOLUTION NO . 2009=208 : Approval to Create Sick Bank for John Williams
WHEREAS , the Personnel Committee recommends the creation of a Sick Bank for
John Williams , due to the life threatening illness of his wife , in which employees can
donate a one time amount up to 40 hours of their sick time to John Williams ; and
WHEREAS , the sick time donated shall be used solely for the care of his wife or may be
used as a means to extend the bereavement leave as determined by the Highway
Superintendent and Human Resources Manager;
Now , therefore , be it
RESOLVED , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hereby approves the creation of a
Sick Bank for John Williams , in which employees can donate a maximum of 40 hours of
their sick time ; and be it further
RESOLVED , the employees donating time will abide by the attached policy and
complete the Leave Donation Authorization Form , and be it further
RESOLVED, that in this case , the sick bank may also be used to extend the
bereavement period beyond the three (3) day policy at an amount as determined by the
Highway Superintendent and Human Resources Manager,
MOVED : Councilman Stein
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SECONDED : Councilwoman Hunter
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary; aye ; Councilman Stein ,
- aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion approved — Unanimous
Agenda Item No . 17a : Set a Public Hearing to hear public comment regarding
establishing the administration of fees and charges in the Town of Ithaca
TB RESOLUTION 2009-209 : Setting a Public Hearing to hear public comment
regarding establishing the administration of fees and charges in the Town of
Ithaca
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RESOLVED , that the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hold a public hearing at the
Town Hall , 215 North Tioga Street , Ithaca , New York, on the 7th day of December, 2009 ,
at 6 : 15 p . m . for the purpose of considering local laws deleting listed fees and providing
for the establishment and setting of fees by town board resolution .
MOVED : Councilwoman Hunter
SECONDED : Councilman Stein
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman D,ePaolo , aye . Motion approved — Unanimous
Agenda Item No. 7 : Public Hearing to hear public comment regarding a proposed
Fire Contract with the City of Ithaca for Fire Protection and Emergency Services
for Part of the Town of Ithaca Fire Protection District
Supervisor Engman opened the public hearing at 6 : 10 p . m , and invited public comment .
Public comment :
James Niefer, 102 Brandywine Drive : Mr Niefer explained that he has been an Ithaca
resident for 40 years . He has somewhat followed the fire contract issue and noticed that
in January of this year, the town council got an extension to renegotiate this contract
with the City of Ithaca . He was unable toifind any information on the current contract
and the proposed contract on the Town of Ithaca web site , and was therefore somewhat
surprised that the Town Board just got the contract information on the table tonight , and
is doubtful the board has had enough time to read it and comprehend it . He also was
not sure if any improvement was made since January of this year when the issue was
placed on hold , and whether the contract presented this evening provides any benefit
financially for the Town of Ithaca . His concern is that he has a modest house on
Brandywine Drive and the fire tax is over $ 1200 per year. Property insurance tax is only
$ 1100 per year and that includes liability for any number of things . So just at first blush ,
this seems totally out of proportion with the services he 's receiving . Further, just
incidentally, within the last couple of years , a house was one hundred percent lost
during daylight hours . Cayuga Heights fire department and the City of Ithaca fire
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department came and fire protection did nothing for that particular house . He wondered
whether a $ 1200 . f ire tax provides him with any value on his property . According to a
January news article , the Town contributes one third of the City fire budget . He wonders
whether the property at risk in the city versus the property at risk in the town , excluding
Cayuga Heights , comprises one third of the value of the properties at risk? In his
opinion , it would seem as though that might be an appropriate way to evaluate the value
of the fire cost to the Town of Ithaca -- on a prorated basis the value of the property at
risk. He hardly believes that the Town of Ithaca , excluding what is covered by the
Cayuga Heights Fire Department , comprises one third of the property value , taking into
consideration that the Town provides two fire stations : South Hill and West Hill . Even
though he is not privy to the negotiations taking place with the city , he feels that the cost
to people in the Town of Ithaca for fire tax is usurious , and questions whether or not
hard bargaining has taken place with the city .
Supervisor Engman asked if anyone else had comments , and hearing none , closed the
public hearing at 6 : 20 p . m .
Mr. Engman offered to provide feedback to Mr. Niefer's comments . He wanted to clarify
that the Town Board did have the proposed agreement before tonight , and the only
papers on the desk tonight were the attachments : a map , an example of how the
monthly budget will have to be produced , and so forth . Those were attachments that
simply had to be added to the contract . The supervisor also explained that the way the
cost to the Town of Ithaca is calculated is as follows : the total taxable assessed
valuation of real properties in the city shall be combined with the total taxable assessed
valuation of real properties in the Town of Ithaca covered area . Such amounts are
therefore hereafter referred to as the combined taxable assessed valuation . The portion
of the combined taxable assessed valuation located within the Ithaca covered area shall
be divided by the total combined taxable assessed valuation . That result is referred to
as the Town 's percentage . So that' s how the percentage is calculated : by looking at the
valuation of the Town of Ithaca's property, then looking at the valuation of the City of
Ithaca's property -- the formula is developed from that , so it's based on assessed
valuation . We carve out Cayuga Heights and that portion of the Town that is covered by
the Village of Cayuga Heights , so that' s the formula the Town has used for decades . In
answer to Mr. Niefer's other question , Mr. Engman explained that this contract has been
up for renewal as of January 2008 . The supervisor explained that the Town has
bargained for almost two full years . It was thought that some things in the contract were
not to the benefit of the Town of Ithaca . One thing that is in the agreement is a lower
administrative fee for the administration of the fire department by the City of Ithaca , for a
savings in this budget of about $50 , 000 per year over what was saved before . In
addition , some other miscalculations of income were corrected , so the total savings for
the Town of Ithaca will probably be closer to $ 100 , 000 than if we had not negotiated for
these past two years . That still leaves the town with a yearly bill of $3 million . Mr.
Engman explained that the reason it' s so high is the system of paid firefighters in the
City of Ithaca . The Town 's agreement with the Village of Cayuga Heights is very little ,
but they have a volunteer system . You pay enormously more for a paid firefighter
system than for a volunteer system , and that's part of what the town faces .
Ms . Leary pointed out a clause that mentions contributions from tax exempt entities , and
that the City agrees to include in the revenues any contributions made by Cornell or
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Ithaca College . Elected representatives from the City, and; Town agree to meet regularly
to continue joint discussions with Cornell and IC . , Ms : teary noted , that IC doesn 't make
an in -kind contribution and that' s stated in the contract'.
Mr. Engman noted that he has talked with president Richon about this so far without
result . Cornell provides $660 , 000 per year to fire protection for both the city and the
Town of Ithaca , so that goes right into the fire contract , reducing the amounts that the
town and city have to contribute . Mr. Engman stated that Cornell has been very good
about providing their amount for about a decade , and said that the Town is still working
on some things like an IC contribution . He stressed that the Town will save money on
this agreement : the fire budget for 2010 will be slightly less than for 2009 . Most of that is
savings by not hiring a fire chief -- the City has made the decision to go with an acting
fire chief for the next year.
Mr. Carvill explained that the way Mr. Engman described the method of calculation
based on combining the assessed valuation of properties in the City and the Town and
finding the proportion that is the Town 's share does come out to roughly one third . The
Town 's covered area stays pretty proportional .
Mr. Goodman commented for the record that at some point the Town and City do have
to have a discussion on fire service capabilities . Mr. Goodman stated that he has
concerns about service capabilities on West Hill when personnel from the station have
to go to training . He also noted that when trains are going by the ability for fire trucks
and ambulances to get up to West Hill might be restricted .
TB RESOLUTION NO . 2009-210 : AUTHORIZING THE TOWN BOARD TO ENTER
INTO A FIRE CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF ITHACA FOR FIRE PROTECTION
AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FOR PART OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA
FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
WHEREAS , the Town of Ithaca , New York (the "Town " ) on behalf of the Town Fire
Protection District has negotiated with the City of Ithaca , New York (the " City" ) regarding
a new fire contract for the provision of fire protection services and emergency medical
services in virtually all of the Town except for the Village of Cayuga Heights , New York
and part of the northeast portion of the Town , pursuant to New York Town Law § 1849
and
WHEREAS , a resolution was duly adopted by the Town Board for a public hearing to be
held by the Town on November 9 , 2009 , at 6 : 10 p . m . to hear all interested parties in
connection with such proposed fire contract , and
WHEREAS , notice of said public hearing was duly advertised in The Ithaca Journal , and
WHEREAS , said public hearing was duly held on said date and time at the Town Hall
and all parties in attendance were permitted an opportunity to speak on behalf of or in
opposition to said proposed fire contract , or any part thereof , and
WHEREAS , the Town Board believes it to be in the best interests of the Town to enter
into such fire contract negotiated by Town and City representatives , and
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WHEREAS , pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act
("SEQRA") and its implementing regulations at 6 NYCRR Part 617 , it has been
determined by the Town Board that approval of the fire contract is a Type II action
because it constitutes " routine or continuing agency administration and management ,
not including new programs or major reordering of priorities that may affect the
environment , " and thus approval of the contract is not subject to review under SEQRA ,
NOW , THEREFORE , be it
RESOLVED , that the Ithaca Town Board approves the above- referenced fire contract
and hereby authorizes the Town Board members to execute such contract on behalf of
the Town of Ithaca Fire Protection District .
MOVED : Councilman Goodman
SECONDED : Councilman Stein
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary , aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion approved — Unanimous
Agenda Item No. 8 : Public Hearing to hear comment regarding the proposed
Local Law Amending Fence and Wall Requirements and Adding Related
Definitions in Chapter 270 (Zoning) of the Town of Ithaca Code
Supervisor Engman opened the public hearing at 6 : 32 p . m .
Commentary:
Sally Grubb , Village of Cayuga Heights . Ms . Grubb wanted to voice her full support for
the change in the ordinance , and encouraged the Board to support it unanimously .
Having heard all public comments , Supervisor Engman closed the public hearing at
6 : 37 p . m . , and called for a motion to move the SEQR resolution .
Agenda Item No . 8a : SEQR
Councilman Levine moved and Councilman Stein seconded the motion to approve the
SEQR resolution .
Discussion :
Ms . Brock suggested a wording change to the third WHEREAS paragraph . Remove
"uncoordinated" and insert that the town is acting "as lead agency. "
Mr. Goodman suggested changing the title of the resolution by adding the words "and
Wall" after Fences .
Mr. DePaolo commented on the EAF Part II : C4 . The answer "None Anticipated" does
not accurately reflect the existing language in the Comprehensive Plan regarding
conservation zones that indicates that one of the stated purposes is to allow for
Town Board Minutes : November 9, 2009 Page 13 of 23
biological corridors . He wondered how fencingi a conservation zone would not have an
impact on that stated purpose and asked how the Board might answer the question in
the EAF more accurately . LL
Ms . Leary suggested changing the response in C4 from " None Anticipated" to "Minimal ,
Impact . "
Mr. Engman called for a vote on the amended wording of the EAF and resolution . The
motion was approved unanimously .
TB RESOLUTION NO , 2009-211 : SEOR : Proposed Local Law Amending Fence and
Wall Requirements and Adding Related Definitions in Chapter 270 (Zoning) of The
Town of Ithaca Code qkltt-a� :0� ;). 6
WHEREAS , this action is the enactment of a local law amending the fence and wall
requirements and adding related definitions in Chapter 270 (Zoning) of the Town of
Ithaca Code ; and
WHEREAS , said proposed local law would , among other things , include definitions ,
height , and location requirements for fences , deer fences , retaining walls , and other
walls in all zones of the Town ; and
WHEREAS , this is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Town Board is acting
as lead agency in an environmental review with respect to the enactment of this local
law; and
WHEREAS , the Town Board , at a public hearing held on November 9 , 2009 , has
reviewed and accepted as adequate the Short Environmental Assessment Form , Parts I
and II for this action , prepared by Town Planning staff ;
RESOLVED , that the Town of Ithaca Town Board hereby makes a negative
determination of environmental significance in accordance with Article 8 of the
Environmental Conservation Law and 6 NYCRR Part 617 New York State
Environmental Quality Review, for the above referenced action as proposed , based on
the information in the EAF Part I and for the reasons set forth in the EAF Part II , and ,
therefore , a Draft Environmental Impact Statement will not be required .
MOVED : Councilman Levine
SECONDED : Councilman Stein
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion approved — Unanimous
Agenda Item No. 8b : Consider Adoption
Councilman Goodman moved and Councilman Levine seconded the motion to adopt
the local law.
Town Board Minutes : November 9 , 2009 Page 14 of 23
Mr. Goodman suggested adding "and Wall" to the title and body of the Local Law
resolution . !
Supervisor Engman called for a vote on the amended resolution , and the motion was
approved unanimously .
TB RESOLUTION NO , 2009=212 : Adopting A LOCAL LAW AMENDING FENCE AND
WALL REQUIREMENTS AND ADDING RELATED DEFINITIONS IN CHAPTER 270
(ZONING ) OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA CODE
WHEREAS , the existing language in the Town Code , Section 270-223 , regarding
fences and walls , has caused interpretation problems for Code Enforcement staff and
the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) , and
WHEREAS , the Town 's Codes and Ordinances Committee reviewed other municipal
regulations governing fences and developed a proposed local law to amend the existing
fence provisions , Section 270-223 , to include definitions , height , and location
requirements for fences , deer fences , retaining walls , and other walls in all zones of the
Town , and
WHEREAS , the Town Board reviewed and discussed the proposed local law at its
meeting on July 13 , 2009 , and referred the proposed law to the Town 's Planning Board ,
Zoning Board of Appeals and Conservation Board for recommendations , and
WHEREAS , at its meeting on August 4 , 2009 , the Town of Ithaca Planning Board held a
public hearing on this matter and reviewed , discussed and recommended adoption of
the proposed local law , with one suggested change to the wording in paragraph 9b to
read " installed" rather than "constructed or erected" in reference to electric fences , and
WHEREAS , at its meeting on August 6 , 2009 , the Town of Ithaca Conservation Board
reviewed , discussed and recommended adoption of the proposed local law, offering
general comments regarding the protection of scenic views , and
WHEREAS , at its meeting on August 17 , 2009 , the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of
Appeals reviewed , discussed and recommended adoption of the proposed local law ,
with a suggested change to allow deer fences up to 8 -feet tall as of right in all yards ,
and
WHEREAS , at its meeting on September 16 , 2009 the Town of Ithaca Codes and
Ordinances Committee considered Planning Board , Zoning Board of Appeals , and
Conservation Board comments on the law and recommended certain changes be made
in the law's provisions , including allowing deer fences up to 8 -feet tall as of right in all
yards and changing the words "constructed or erected" to "installed" in reference to
electric fences , which changes are reflected in the attached proposed local law, and
WHEREAS , at its meeting on October 19 , 2009 , a resolution was duly adopted by the
Town Board of the Town of Ithaca for a public hearing to be held by said Town on
November 9 , 2009 at 6 : 20 p . m . to hear public comment relative to the local law entitled ,
"A LOCAL LAW AMENDING FENCE AND WALL REQUIREMENTS AND ADDING
Town Board Minutes : November 9, 2009 Page 15 of 23
RELATED DEFINITIONS IN CHAPTER 270 , (ZONING) OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA
CODE , " and
WHEREAS , notice of said public hearing was duly advertised in the Ithaca Journal ; land
WHEREAS , said public hearing was duly held on said date and time at the Town Hall of
the Town of Ithaca and all parties in attendance were permitted an opportunity to speak
on behalf of or in opposition to said proposed local law, or any part thereof; and
WHEREAS , pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act
("SEQRX) and its implementing regulations at 6 NYCRR Part 617 , adoption of said
local law is an Unlisted action for which the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca , acting as
lead agency in an environmental review with respect to adoption of this local law, has
on November 9 , 2009 , made a negative determination of environmental significance ,
after having reviewed and accepted as adequate the Short Environmental Assessment
Form Parts I and II prepared by the Town 's Planning staff;
NOW , THEREFORE , be it
RESOLVED , that the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hereby adopts said local law
entitled "A LOCAL LAW AMENDING FENCE AND WALL REQUIREMENTS AND
ADDING RELATED DEFINITIONS IN CHAPTER 270 (ZONING ) OF THE TOWN OF
ITHACA CODE , " a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part of this resolution ;
and it is further
RESOLVED , that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to file said local law
with the Secretary of State as required by law .
MOVED : Councilman Goodman
SECONDED : Councilman Levine
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary , aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion approved — Unanimous
Agenda Item No . 9 Continue discussion of development in the Northeast corner
of the Town
Mr. DePaolo opened the discussion , and provided a prepared statement (see
attachment #3)
Maps of LeCain Options 1 , 2 , and 3 and LeCain maps showing the ecological
communities and ecological value are provided in attachment #4 .
Ms . Brock provided chapter 270- 10 . Purpose of Town Law regarding conservation
zones (attachment #5)
After extensive discussion , Mr. Stein moved and Mr. DePaolo seconded a motion to
accept the an amended version of the LeCain 2 option as a conservation zone
Town Board Minutes : November 9 , 2009 Page 16 of 23
TB RESOLUTION 2009-213 : Creating a Conservation Zone in the Northeast
Section of the Town
RESOLVED . The Town Board hereby accepts the LeCain 2 option as a conservation
zone and to include in the rezoning the entirety of the Lucente parcel and, the
easternmost portion of the Cornell property bisected by a continuation of the
southernmost easterly boundary continuing north to the northern boundary , subject to
further discussion and review.
MOVED : Councilman Stein
SECONDED : Councilman DePaolo
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , nay; Councilwoman Leary , nay ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
TB Resolution 2009-214 : Setting a public hearing to consider changes to the
comprehensive plan regarding conservation zones
RESOLVED , that the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hold a public hearing at the
Town Hall , 215 North Tioga Street , Ithaca , New York , on the 7th day of December, 2009 ,
at 5 : 50 p . m , for the purpose of considering changes to the Comprehensive Plan
regarding conservation zones .
Moved : Councilwoman Hunter
Seconded : Councilman Stein
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , nay ; Councilwoman Leary , nay ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
Agenda Item No . 15 . Consider Approval of Revised Job Description — Town Clerk
Ms . Hunter recommended changing the job classification for the Town Clerk position .
She suggested that the supervisory rank be changed from 3 to 4 or 5 , which would
move the classification from an O to a P . Ms . Hunter recommended raising the salary to
$52 , 000 — $55 , 000 for 40 hours , which is still below job rate , but in the P classification .
Mr. Engman noted that the Town Clerk is the face of the Town and has the most day-to-
day contact with the public . He voiced concern the salary might be too low for a
qualified candidate to move into the Town of Ithaca , and would actually like to see the
salary higher. (Job classification listing : attachment # 6)
TB RESOLUTION NO . 2009-215 : Approval of Revised Job Description — Town
Clerk
Town Board Minutes: November 9, 2009 Page 17 of 23
WHEREAS , the Personnel Committee has reviewed the job description for the Town
Clerk position , the full time status of the position and the hiring range for1he position ;
and
WHEREAS , the Personnel Committee recommends revisions to the Town Clerk job
description to improve the information prior to the hiring of a new Town Clerk ; and
WHEREAS , the Personnel Committee recommends the position to remain as a 40 hour
week salaried position with a hiring range of $50 , 000- $52 , 000 ;
Now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby approve the attached
revised job description for the Town Clerk position ;
And , be it further
RESOLVED , the Human Resources Manager is directed to advertise the Town Clerk
position ; and be it further
RESOLVED , the position will be remain a salaried position at 40 hours at a hiring range
of $52 , 000 to $55 , 000 , and would have a P classification .
MOVED : Councilwoman Hunter
SECONDED : Councilman Levine
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , nay ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
nay; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
Agenda Item No . 15a : Consider Appointment of Interview Committee for Town
Clerk Position
Councilman Goodman moved and Councilman DePaolo seconded the resolution .
Councilman Stein was out of the room during the vote .
RESOLUTION NO . 2009-216 : Appointment of Interview Committee for the Town
Clerk Position
WHEREAS , a vacancy may exist in the position of Town Clerk , effective December 31 ,
2009 ; and
WHEREAS , the Town Board wishes to appoint an Interviewing Committee to conduct
interviews and make a recommendation for appointment to the position ;
Now , therefore , be it
RESOLVED , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hereby appoints the following
persons to the Interview Committee for the Town Clerk position :
Town Board Minutes : November 9, 2009 Page 18 of 23
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Herb Engman , Town Supervisor i
Pat Leary , Town Board Member
Eric Levine , Town Board Member
Judith C . Drake , Human Resources Manager
MOVED : Councilman Goodman
SECONDED : Councilman DePaolo
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
absent ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ;
Councilwoman Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
Agenda Item No . 16 : Consider approval to increase hours of deputy town clerk
position
TB RESOLUTION NO . 2009-217 : APPROVAL TO INCREASE THE HOURS OF THE
DEPUTY TOWN CLERK POSITION
WHEREAS , Debra DeAugistine , Deputy Town Clerk , was appointed at a part time level
of 30 hours per week effective September 21 , 2009 ; and
WHEREAS , the Town Clerk office is in need of additional time to cover the office hours ;
and
WHEREAS , the Personnel Committee discussed the request of the Human Resources
Manager, and the needs of the organization , and hereby recommends the hours for the
position of Deputy Town Clerk to be increased from 30 hours per week part time to 35 . 0
hours per week full time , effective November 9 , 2009 , and further increased to 37 . 5
hours per week full time , effective January 3 , 2010 ;
Now , therefore , be it
RESOLVED , that the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby approve the
recommendation of the Personnel Committee , increasing the hours for the Deputy Town
Clerk position from part time at 30 hours per week to full time at 35 . 0 hours per week ,
effective November 9 , 2009 and be it further
RESOLVED , the hours for the Deputy Town Clerk shall increase to the regular full time
amount of 37 . 5 hours per week effective January 3 , 20104
MOVED : Councilwoman Hunter
SECONDED : Supervisor Engman
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary , aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried - unanimous
Town Board Minutes : November 9, 2009 Page 19 of 23
Agenda Item No. ,18 Consider -Consent Agenda
Since there were not minutes , they were taken from . the consent agenda : Councilman
DePaolo requested that Town of Ithaca Abstract be pulled from the ; consent agenda for
clarification .
TB RESOLUTION NO , 2009=218a Consent Agenda
RESOLVED , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hereby approves the following
resolutions for Consent Agenda Items :
a . Approval of Floating Holiday for 2010
b . Approval of Records Management Half Day for November 20th from 8 a . m . to noon
c . Regular Appointment of Engineering Technician I
d . Bolton Point Abstract
MOVED : Councilman DePaolo
SECONDED : Councilman Goodman
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , absent ;
Councilwoman Hunter, absent ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
TB RESOLUTION NO. 2009=218a : Approval of Floating Holiday for 2010
WHEREAS , there is an annual poll conducted of all town and SCLIWC employees to
determine their preference for the next year's floating holiday ; and
WHEREAS , the majority of the combined employees of Town Hall and Public Works
Facility have indicated , Friday, July 2 , 2010 as their preference for the floating holiday;
and
WHEREAS , the majority of the SCLIWC employees have indicated , Friday , May 28 ,
2010 as their preference for the floating holiday;
Now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby approve the Floating
Holiday for 2010 for Town staff as Friday, July 2 , 2010 as requested by the majority of
the employees of Town Hall and Public Works staff ; and be it further
RESOLVED , the Town Board does hereby approve the Floating Holiday for 2010 for
SCLIWC staff as Friday, May 28 , 2010 as requested by the majority of the employees of
SCLIWC .
MOVED : Councilman DePaolo
SECONDED : Councilman Goodman
Town Board Minutes : November 9 , 2009 1 Page 20 of 23
VOTE : 'Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Lear, . aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ;, Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman : Levine , absent ;
Councilwoman Hunter, absent ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
TB RESOLUTION NO . 2009=218b : Records Management Half Day
WHEREAS , the Town has found it beneficial to periodically hold a Records
Management Half Day in order to provide training in the disposition of electronic records
and to dispose of electronic records ;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Ithaca Town Board hereby approves closing Town Hall
on the morning of Friday, November 20 , 2009 , from 8 : 00 a . m . to 1 : 00 p . m . for &
Records Management Half Day Training and Disposition ; and be it further
RESOLVED , the Town Clerk is directed to notifying the public of the said closing .
MOVED : Councilman DePaolo
SECONDED : Councilman Goodman
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary , aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , absent ;
Councilwoman Hunter, absent ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
TB RESOLUTION NO . 2009=218c : Reqular Appointment of Engineering Technician
I
WHEREAS , Johnathan Licitra has worked for the Town of Ithaca as an Engineering
Technician I provisionally since his appointment on February 23 , 2009 ; and
WHEREAS , Johnathan Licitra has successfully completed the competitive exam for
Engineering Technician I and is a reachable candidate on the eligible list ;
Now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED , the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby approve the regular full
time appointment of Johnathan Licitra as Engineering Technician I , effective November
9 , 2009 ; and be it further
RESOLVED , a twenty six (26) week probationary period applies and may end effective
May 10 , 2010 , with no further Town Board action required if there is successful
completion of the probationary period , as determined by the Director of Public Works ;
and be it further
RESOLVED , this appointment does not change Johnathan Licitra job classification ,
hourly wage or benefits .
Town Board Minutes : November 9, 2009 Page 21 of 23
MOVED : ' Councilman DePaolo 1 .
SECONDED : Councilman Goodman
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , absent ;
Councilwoman Hunter, absent ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
TB RESOLUTION NO. 2009-218d : Bolton Point Abstract
WHEREAS , the following numbered vouchers for the Southern Cayuga Lake
Intermunicipal Water Commission have been presented to the governing Town Board
for approval of payment ; and
WHEREAS , the said vouchers have been audited for payment by the said Town Board ;
now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED , that the governing Town Board hereby authorizes the payment of the said
vouchers .
Voucher Numbers : 1319= 1372
Check Numbers : 1 1 951 - 1 2004
SCADA Project $ 694 .24
Bolton Road Project $ 332 , 138 . 81
Burdick Hill Water Tank $ 148 . 50
Operating Fund $ 58 , 615 . 30
TOTAL $ 391 , 596 . 85
Less Prepaid $ (13 , 979 . 69)
$ 3779617 . 16
MOVED : Councilman DePaolo
SECONDED : Councilman Goodman
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary , aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , absent ;
Councilwoman Hunter, absent ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried
Pulled from consent agenda for clarification — Town Board Abstract
Councilman DePaolo had a question for Mr. Carvill regarding the International dump
truck , and why that appears in so many different places . Public works is responsible for
highway, road repairs , water lines , sewer lines , and since special districts benefit from
the purchase of that equipment , they share in the cost of it . of the piece of equipment is
Town Board Minutes : November 9 , 2009 Page 22 of 23
allocated between different funds so all of the cost is not burdened by the highway
department . .
TB RESOLUTION NO . 2009-219 : Town of Ithaca Abstract
WHEREAS , the following numbered vouchers have been presented to the Ithaca
Town Board for approval of payment ; and
WHEREAS , the said vouchers have been audited for payment by the said Town
Board ; now therefore be it
RESOLVED , that the Town Board hereby authorizes the payment of the said
vouchers in total for the amounts indicated .
VOUCHER NOS , 7483 -7627
General Fund Town wide 167, 217. 66
General Fund Part Town 81910 . 11
Highway Fund Part Town 142 , 069. 89
Water Fund 29, 636. 08
Sewer Fund 86, 100. 70
Hanshaw Rd Water Main Improvement 31880 . 15
Warren Road Walkway 61009 .03
Trumansburg Rd . Water Main Improvement 51158 .43
Risk Retention Fund 717. 95
Fire Protection Fund 233, 107. 54
Forest Home Lighting District 153. 78
Glenside Lighting District 59. 45
Renwick Heights Lighting District 83. 15
Eastwood Commons Lighting District 173. 94
Clover Lane Lighting District 20. 97
Winner's Circle Lighting District 61 .76
Burlei h Drive Lighting District 71 .03
Westhaven Road Lighting District 228 . 29
Coddin ton Road Lighting District 135 . 29
Trust & Agency 61562 . 52
TOTAL $690,357 .72
MOVED : Councilman DePaolo
SECONDED : Councilwoman Hunter
VOTE : Supervisor Engman , aye ; Councilwoman Leary, aye ; Councilman Stein ,
aye ; Councilman Goodman , aye ; Councilman Levine , aye ; Councilwoman
Hunter, aye ; Councilman DePaolo , aye . Motion carried — unanimous .
Agenda Item No . 19 - Report of Town Officials
No report .
Town Board Minutes : November 9 , 2009 L Page 23 of 23
Agenda Item No. 20 - Report of Town Committees
Written reports .
Agenda Item No . 21 - Report of Intermunicipal Organizations
Councilman Levine noted that the Rec Partnership had been meeting once per month ,
and are now discussing meeting six times per year so the committees can find time to
meet during months . That will be voted on at next meeting . If anyone has objection , Mr.
Levine will take it to the next meeting .
Agenda Item No . 22 - Review of Correspondence
No discussion .
Executive Session
On a motion by Councilman Goodman and seconded by Councilman DePaolo , the
Town Board adjourned to executive session at 9 : 10 p . m . to discuss the employment
history of a particular person and to discuss potential litigation .
Return to regular session
On a motion by Councilman DePaolo and seconded by Councilman Levine , the Town
Board returned to regular session at 10 : 37 p . m .
Agenda Item No. 23 - Consider Adjournment
Upon a motion by Councilman DePaolo and seconded by Councilwoman Hunter, the
regular session of the Town Board Meeting was adjourned at 10 : 38 p . m .
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ebra DeAugi
D ty Town Clerk
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING AND PUBLICATION
I , Debra DeAugistine , being duly sworn , say that I am the Deputy Town Clerk of the Town of
Ithaca , Tompkins County, New York that the following notice has been duly posted on the
sign board of the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca and the notice has been duly published in
the official newspaper, Ithaca Journal:
ADVERTISEMENT: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS :
Proposed Fire Contract with the City of Ithaca
Location of Sign Board Used for Posting : Town Clerk' s Office
215 North Tioga Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
Date of Posting : October28, 2009
Date of Publication : October 30, 2009
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TOWN OF ITHACA
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING AND PUBLICATION
I , Debra DeAugistine , being duly sworn , say that I am the Deputy Town Clerk of the Town of
Ithaca , Tompkins County, New York that the following notice has been duly posted on the
sign board of the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca and the notice has been duly published in
the official newspaper, Ithaca Journal:
ADVERTISEMENT : NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS :
A Local Law Amending Fence and Wall Requirements
and Adding Related Definitions in Chapter 270 (Zoning)
of the Town of Ithaca Code
Location of Sign Board Used for Posting : Town Clerk's Office
215 North Tioga Street
Ithaca , NY 14850
Date of Posting : October29, 2009
Date of Publication : October 31 , 2009
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rom : Michael A. Koplinka-Loehr [mak11 @cornell .edu]
ent : Monday, November 09 , 2009 1 .52 PM
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Subject: Will miss Twn . Ith . Bd . mtg . tonight
Hello Herb ,
have been called out of town for the afternoon & evening , so will not be able to make my presentation to the Twn . of Ith .
Bd . mtg . tonight. My sincere apologies , and I haven't been able to find someone to take my place .
The main issues to report are :
Our tentative budget is at 3 . 97% tax levy - if there are any comments or sug1 . gestions from Twn . Ith . Bd . members , they
can share them with me or with their representative on the legislature of course .
2 . Gas drilling ; coordinating efforts across municipalities : as you know there have been many well attended meetings ,
particularly last Thursday's presentations by Ed Marx and others via the TCCoG sponsored mtg . at the Unitarian church
(well reported on . ) TCCOG is holding a public hearing on Nov. 19 at the State Theater, and as you know, is now asking
DEC if they can assist with the cost of getting comments transcribed for the official record .
3 . 1 will be appointing a special 2010 Census Comm . of the legislature
( 5 members ) at the 11 / 17 meeting , which will then form a citizens advisory group to assist with outreach to special
populations . All advice & suggestions are welcome .
Thanks for your understanding and assistance , -Mike
Michael Koplinka-Loehr
Chair, Tompkins County Legislature , District 11 County Courthouse , 320 N . Tioga St. , Ithaca NY , 14850
th . : 607-274-5434 . Fax : 274-5430 , < mak11 @cornell . edu > http ://www .tompkins-co . org/
ome : 124 Crest Lane , Ithaca , NY, 14850 , 607-257-2329
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October 26 , 2009
Mr. Richard DePaolo,
Chairman, Planning Committee
Town of Ithaca
Town Hall
215 North Tioga Street
Ithaca, New York 14850
Re : Planning Committee consideration of a recommendation concerning NE rezoning
Dear Mr. DePaolo and Members of the Planning Committee:
Thank you for the opportunity to address you at your special meeting today.
Cornell owns some 29 . 35 acres of land in the Northeast section of the Town of Ithaca. This
acreage is in addition to the Cornell land that is devoted to the Cornell Laboratory of
Ornithology. Cornell has been holding this acreage for long-term community re-investment
in affordable workforce housing. Therefore, your consideration of a recommendation to the
Town Board to rezone Cornell ' s land is of the greatest concern to Cornell .
We have read the studies that were generated in the various quarters of the debate over the
past few years and months. We remain far from convinced that they provide any basis for
rezoning the Cornell land from Medium Density Residential to Conservation zone.
We are opposed to any rezoning of Cornell ' s 29 . 35 acres to a Conservation district. It would
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be especially unfortunate to make the Cornell land unavailable for workforce housing when
Tompkins County anticipates a housing shortage of 4,000 units in the coming decade.
I respectfully urge you not to recommend a change of zoning to the full Town Board. Thank
you again for this opportunity.
g l ur ,P LiViane Director
cc : Herbert Engman, Town Supervisor
Jonathan Kanter, Town Planner
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ENGINEER ' S REPORT
EAST SHORE DRIVE
WATER IMPROVEMENTS
TOWN OF ITHACA
TOMPKINS COUNTY, NEW YORK
MARCH 2009
1 .0 INTRODUCTION
The proposed East Shore Drive Water Improvement project is to upgrade the existing
water distribution main from-the. existing-tie-in at- Renwick Place north to the end -of the existing
line in the Town of Lansing. This project was initially set up to include the Town of Lansing end
of the existing water main . The two municipalities are working together, but it has not been
decided whether Lansing will upgrade their water main at the same time as the Town of Ithaca or
if it will be done at a later date. Plans including the update to both municipalities ' water systems
will be sent to the Railroad and the State DOT for their approval and permits , but this project
may be broken up by municipality for construction purposes . See Map East Shore Drive Service
Area,
2.0 EXISTING WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM
The East Shore Drive service area serves 82 residential customers , including the Lake
Source Cooling building, the Cayuga Heights Wastewater Treatment Plant, the Ithaca Visitor
Center and Chamber of Commerce, Merrill Sailing Center and the ISD Boyton Middle School
within the Town of Ithaca and 26 residential customers within the Town of Lansing. The service
area uses 33 ,600 gallon of water per day.
3.0 WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DEFICIENCIES
The current 8" water main is undersized and in excess of 60 years old and is overdue for
repair and replacement. Currently, the age and condition of the existing water main in this area .
require a low pressure water source to prevent pipe breaks due to high pressure. Because of this ,
the water supply is currently provided by the City of Ithaca water system which ties in to the
Town ' s system at Gibbs Drive . The current pressure in the water main does not provide adequate
fire flow to protect the residences and commercial buildings along East Shore Drive .
4.0 PROPOSED WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
The proposed upgrade to the existing water main will allow the Town of Ithaca and Town
of Lansing to feed water through the Bolton Point Remington Road water main which is at a
higher pressure and can provide adequate fire flow . The connection to the City ' s system at Gibbs
Drive would remain in case of future water supply emergencies , but would be closed off with a
water valve for the majority of the time.
The proposed project includes approximately 6 ,000 feet of new 12-inch Ductile Iron Pipe
(DIP) along the east side of East Shore Drive with an 8 7inch Polyethylene loop serving the lake
houses from Number 916 to Number -940. These lake houses are currently served by a dead-end
pipe and frequently have issues with stagnant water. By adding the 8-inch loop, these houses will
be ensured fresh water. In addition to providing fresh water, the proposed upgrade will also
provide adequate fire flow to the buildings along East Shore Drive . The 12-inch main will also
provide a large enough conduit for expansion of the water main across to Taughannock Blvd. for
future needs in Ulysses . See East Shore Drive Project Location Map.
There are several site constraints that add difficulty to this water main replacement. There
are steep slopes and rock on the majority of the site, several large stream crossings , and gas ,
sewer, and other utilities on the west side of the road . These site constraints make it necessary to
place the new water main in the same location as the existing water main, meaning that
temporary above ground water piping will be necessary to provide water service to the existing
customers . The construction of this water main will require specific phasing to ensure adequate
water supply to customers during construction . Due to the location of the water main, we will be
working in the Right of Way of both the Railroad and the State Road. Permits and inspections
from both will be required. In conjunction with this project, the Remington Road PRV will need
to be upgraded and the underground vault will be brought above grade for safe working
purposes .
The construction of a Control Building for the Remington Rd PRV will be bid out as a
separate project, but will be closely related to the East Shore Drive Water Improvement project.
Other requirements for the water main replacement include appropriate traffic control since one
lane will be closed . Also , a Full Erosion & Sediment Control Pollution Prevention Plan (Full
SWPPP) will be required due to the size of the project and the close location to Cayuga Lake .
5.0 PROJECT COSTS
The estimated cost for the East Shore Drive Water Improvement project construction is $3 .0
million in 2009 dollars the project is projected to go to bid in 2011 . This project will cut
maintenance costs of the existing water main by eliminating water main breaks . Also , the Town
will be able to provide water through the Bolton Point system instead of paying for City of Ithaca
water. The project will also provide adequate fire flow and fresh water for the residents and
commercial buildings along East Shore Drive. See Attached Engineer' s Estimate .
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PROJECT ID NUMBER 617'20 SEAR
APPENDIX C
N/A STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW
SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM , :
for UNLISTED ACTIONS Only
PART I = PROJECT INFORMATION ( To be completed by Applicant or Project ' Sponsor) , '
1 . APPLICANT / SPONSOR 2. PROJECT NAME
Town of Ithaca Town Board Local Law Amending the Fence and Wall Provisions
3.13ROJECT LOCATION :
Town of Ithaca Tompkins County
Municipality County
4. PRECISE LOCATION : Street Addess and Road Intersections. Prominent landmarks etc - or provide map
All properties & all Zones in the Town of Ithaca
5. IS PROPOSED ACTION : ❑ New ❑ Expansion ❑✓ Modification / alteration
6. DESCRIBE PROJECT BRIEFLY:
The proposed amendment to the Fence and Wall Provisions in the Town Code , Section 270-223, includes adding new
definitions, height and location requirements for fences, deer fences, retaining walls, and other walls.
Specifically, the proposed amendments will allow fences and walls up to 6-feet in height as of right in all zones and all
locations, deer fences up to 8-feet tall as of right in all zones and all locations , and retaining walls of any height as of right
in all zones and all locations (except retaining walls that run substantially parallel to an adjoining property line shall not
exceed 3-feet in height). Additionally, fences, deer fences, walls, and retaining walls may be built along a common lot
line but may not encroach on adjoining properties, and fences must be constructed with the finished side facing the street
and abutting properties, with backers, supports, and posts on the inside of the fence.
47. AMOUNT OF LAND AFFECTED: The Town has a total area of 30. 3 square miles
Initially N/A acres Ultimately N/A acres
& WILL PROPOSED ACTION COMPLY WITH EXISTING ZONING OR OTHER RESTRICTIONS?
✓❑ Yes ❑ No If no, describe briefly:
N/A Proposed Local Law requires approval by the Town of Ithaca Town Board .
9. WHAT IS PRESENT LAND USE IN VICINITY OF PROJECT? (Choose as many as apply.)
Residential ❑ Industrial ❑✓ Commercial Agriculture ❑✓ Park / Forest / Open Space ❑✓ Other (describe)
Proposed amendments apply to all properties and all Zones in the Town of Ithaca
10. DOES ACTION INVOLVE A PERMIT APPROVAL, OR FUNDING, NOW OR ULTIMATELY FROM ANY OTHER GOVERNMENTAL
AGENCY (Federal, State or Local)
❑ Yes ❑✓ No If yes, list agency name and permit / approval:
11 . DOES ANY ASPECT OF THE ACTION HAVE A CURRENTLY VALID PERMIT OR APPROVAL?
ElYes ❑✓ No If yes, list agency name and permit / approval :
Proposed Local Law has been recommended to the Town Board by the Town's Codes and Ordinances Committee
12. AS A RESULT OF PROPOSED ACTION WILL EXISTING PERMIT / APPROVAL REQUIRE MODIFICATION?
Dyes ❑✓ No
I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE
Applicant / Sponsor Name Date:
Signature
If the action is a Costal Area, and you are a state agency,
complete the Coastal Assessment Form before proceeding with this assessment
PART II - IMPACT ASSESSMENT To be completed by .Lead Agency)
A. DOES ACTION EXCEED ANY TYPE I THRESHOLD IN 6 NYCRR, PART 617.4? If-yes, coordinate the review :process and use the FULL EAF.
Yes No
B. WILL ACTION RECEIVE COORDINATED REVIEW AS PROVIDED FOR UNLISTED ACTIONS IN 6 NYCRR, PART 617.6? If No, a negative
declaration may be superseded by another involved agency.
Yes ❑ No
C. COULD ACTION RESULT IN ANY ADVERSE EFFECTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE FOLLOWING: (Answers may be handwritten , if legible)
C1 . Existing air quality, surface or groundwater quality or quantity, noise levels, existing traffic pattern, solid waste production or disposal,
potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? Explain briefly:
None Anticipated .
C2. Aesthetic, agricultural, archaeological, historic, or other natural or cultural resources; or communi or neighborhood character? Ex lain brie fl :
None Anticipated . Proposed Local law is not expected to have significant impacts to aesthetics or neighborhood
character. p
C3. e e a Ion Of auna, ti5 , S e IS Of WI e S eG2S, SI nl ICan - 8 a s, or- tea en@ or en an ere S ecieS . X aln fle --
None Anticipated .
C4. A com ni xisting plans or golls as officially do ted or a cbgnge in u§2 or inten ' of use of land or othe to I resources? Ex lain 062fly:
Minimal Impact. Proposed Local Law will clarify the Town fence provisions by providing definitions , height, and
location requirements for fences , deer fences , retaining walls , and other walls. p
C5. Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? Explain briefly:
I
None Anticipated .
C6. Long term, short term, cumulative, or other effects not identified in C1 -05? Explain briefly:
None Anticipated .
C7. Other impacts (including changes in use of either uanti or a of ener ? Ex lain briefly:
None Anticipated .
D. WILL THE PROJECT HAVE AN IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS THAT CAUSED THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CRITICAL
ENVIRONMENTAL AREA CEA ? If yes, explain briefly:
F Yes ✓1 No
E. IS THERE, OR IS THERE LIKELY TO BE, CONTROVERSY RELATED TO POTENTIAL ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS? If yes ex lain:
❑ Yes a No
PART III - DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE (To be completed by Agency)
INSTRUCTIONS: For each adverse effect identified above, determine whether it is substantial , large, important or otherwise significant. Each
effect should be assessed in connection with its (a) setting (i.e. urban or rural); (b) probability of occurring; (c) duration; (d) irreversibility; (e)
geographic scope; and (f) magnitude. If necessary, add attachments or reference supporting materials. Ensure that explanations contain
sufficient detail to show that all relevant adverse impacts have been identified and adequately addressed . If question d of part ii was checked
yes, the determination of significance must evaluate the potential impact of the proposed action on the environmental characteristics of the CEA.
Check this box if you have identified one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts which MAY occur. Then proceed directly to the FULL
EAF and/or prepare a positive declaration.
Check this box if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above and any supporting documentation, that the proposed actin
WILL NOT result in any significant adverse environmental impacts AND provide, on attachments as necessary, the reasons supporting thi
determination.
Town of Ithaca Town Board
Name of Lead Agency Date
Herb En man Town Supervisor p
Print or Type ame of Respo sible O n J Lead Agency Title of Responsible Officer
�(grjAure of Res p sible Office " Lead Agency Signature of Preparer (if different from responsible officer)
Regular Town Board Meeting
November 9, 2009
Prepared Statement from Rich DePaolo . Read at meeting.
Our consultant presented 3 options with a preference for # 1 (prioritize all land for conservation) .
LeCain "Option 2" is our consultant' s compromise proposal . It allows for development on
approximately one-third of the effected land.
A proposal between LeCain 2 and LeCain 3 has been presented to Mr. Lucente. The proposal reduces
the number of buildable lots from 30 (the current Lucente proposal) to 15 , as it seeks to keep open
some land on the southern end of the southern parcel to preserve what exists of a biological corridor in
that area, and prohibit development in the northeast corner of the southern parcel, generically known as
"the watertower" area, which was identified as being "moderate to high" in ecological value.
Undeveloped lands would be protected by a conservation easement. We have not officially heard from
Mr. Lucente or his agent regarding this compromise proposal.
Keeping in mind that residents of the Northeast area have supported a case that ANY further
development could make existing drainage problems worse and negatively impact the ecology of the
area, the 15 -lot proposal has been offered as a compromise.
The Town commissioned a hydrology study that concluded that development, particularly in areas with
a shallow fragipan can have unpredictable effects on surface water and groundwater flows .
A representative from the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology has stated that the amount of habitat in
the area of the--Sapsucker-Woods Sanctuary- is already dangerously low in terms -of ecological ._ .
sustainability. And, to the extent that Cornell has not stepped up to the plate in my opinion to
significantly strengthen its preserve, the Sanctuary is a valuable resource to the community and is
worthy of our effort to sustain it.
All of the land on the Lucente parcel is included in Tompkins County UNA- 106 .
We have extended the building moratorium twice in an effort to facilitate a mutually beneficial
outcome between Cornell, Mr. Lucente and residents of the Northeast. After several meetings with
affected parties, including Mr. Lucente ' s agent, Cornell University and Northeast residents , it has been
stated by both property owners that a negotiated outcome is not possible.
Therefore, extending the current moratorium will not yield results , it will only forestall the inevitable .
We are left with limited options . I suggest that we do not attempt to substitute our personal preference
for the expertise of our consultants .
Taking into consideration that Conservation Zoning is the only action over which this Board has
control , and, taking into consideration recent testimony from stakeholders, I propose that we draft a
local law rezoning portions of the affected properties to reflect the LeCain Option 2 proposal .
Furthermore, I propose that we include in the rezoning the entirety of the Lucente parcel and the
easternmost portion of the Cornell property, bisected by a continuation of the southernmost easterly
boundary continuing north to the northern boundary. Keep in mind, this is less restrictive than the
recommendation of the Planning Committee and our consultant ' s preferred option, which proposed to
rezone all of the effected property.
We can not be accused of rushing to judgment or lacking due diligence in this case. To the contrary,
staff, board members and taxpayers have expended time and resources to effect an outcome that, while
not likely to please all parties, is founded in science and grounded by the priorities of Tompkins
County, and the people of the Town of Ithaca, as articulated in. 1993 Comprehensive Plan survey.
To those individuals who would argue that we hold out for the a conservation easement on the
Lucente property, I suggest that that approach is analogous to waiting for the Great Pumpkin. I want to
believe it' s possible, too , but at the end of the day I am left with the sobering realization that a
conservation easement can only be affected if the property is developed beyond the extent that can be
supported by our studies , our county planning authority and our residents . A Ferrari has better
acceleration than a Volkswagen. But that doesn ' t mean I have to walk barefoot through Town in
January because I prefer Ferraris to Volkswagens . One is a realistic possibility and one isn ' t. In the
end, holding out for a conservation easement is to hold out false hope.
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Lands adjacent to Sapsucker woods
ecological standpoint we recommend selection of the most conservation oriented option that is
compatible with other goals/plans for the site . Of note, we recognize that some combination
between our three described options may be the most appropriate management approach .
Option 1 .
Option 1 calls for prioritizing for conservation the entire study area (see map 7) . The study
area as a whole consists of lands that are fairly contiguous or are contiguous if the adjacent
Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary is included . The southern and central parcels have a small physical
connection and otherwise are separated by Sanctuary Drive and its associated housing . The
"separation " here is at most 0 . 06 miles with about 9 houses and their associated lawns .
Sanctuary Drive is a dead end road with limited vehicular traffic. Many native plant species will
be able to disperse across this type and extent of separation , as will many animal species . For
instance the swamp of section 5 is probably a breeding ground for Jefferson and spotted
salamanders . These salamanders live in the forest during the year but come to small wetlands to
breed in the spring . The development along Sanctuary Drive should not or only slightly impede
salamanders that live in the forests of the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary or the central parcel of
the Site from reaching this swamp . As mentioned in the introduction , large contiguous pieces of
land create higher quality habitat.
In addition , the Fall Creek Corridor is fairly close to the study area with the southern parcel 0 . 15
miles from the forested lands on the east side of Freese Road which are continuous with the
Monkey Run Natural Area . The Monkey Run Natural Area is part of a large biological corridor
that runs along Fall Creek . Prioritizing for conservation of the entire study area will maintain this
short connection between the natural areas of the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary and the Site with
the large biological corridor along Fall Creek. This will allow for connectivity between these
natural areas .
Also , the study area contains a significant amount of lands that are of moderate to high ecological
value with at least 5 regionally scarce species and more plant rarities in the adjacent Sapsucker
Woods Sanctuary that could disperse to available habitat within the Site . Since a lot of this land
is contiguous and adjacent to the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary it has relatively less detrimental
edges and should be able to maintain or improve its quality over time . Incentives for conservation
efforts or specific initiatives could help to improve the quality of these areas. For example , the
Town of Ithaca could encourage removal of invasive species , forest management practices that
allow some trees to become mature , and landscaping around houses with non-invasive or native
species including native trees .
Some of the areas included in this option are of low or low to moderate ecological value . Still ,
these lands are more valuable ecologically speaking than reseential development. These areas
can be used as buffers to the more high quality natural areas of the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary
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and the Site , and if enough resources are available can be managed to increase their quality . In
addition , selecting option one will help maintain the integrity of the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary
by creating a large buffer around the preserve and by helping to link it to other natural areas .
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Ecological Communties Survey Pg 49 of 100
Lands adjacent to Sapsucker woods
This option is a prioritization of some of the last unprotected natural areas in the northeastern
part of the Town of Ithaca . Although it includes the entirety of the Site we considered it a
reasonable option because of:
the amount of development that has taken place in this area over the past fifty years (see
map 1 and 10) ,
• the large contiguous nature of the Site including the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary ,
• the presence of some regionally scarce species ,
• the proximity to both the high quality natural areas of the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary and
the Monkey Run UNX108 ,
• and the presence of significant amounts of habitat with a moderate to high ecological
value .
Option 2.
Option 2 calls for prioritizing for conservation contiguous parts of the Site that are at least
in part adjacent to sapsucker woods sanctuary or have parts that are of moderate or
higher ecological value (see map 8) .
This option removes some of the Site from prioritization for conservation (see map 8) . The areas
removed are the areas with low or low to moderate ecological value that do not provide more than
a 100-300 foot buffer to areas of higher ecological value including the Sapsucker Woods
Sanctuary. So for example most of the northern parcel is removed except for a 300 foot buffer off
of the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary . Option two still will likely maintain the contiguous nature of
much of the Site and the close connection with the Fall Creek corridor. Therefore , some portions
of the central parcel that are of low to moderate ecological value are included and section 1 of the
southern parcel is included . A 100 foot buffer is provided for areas of moderate or higher
ecological value not including the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary which is provided a 300 foot
buffer.
Some of the areas that have been removed for prioritization for conservation are wetlands such
as section 29 and 31 . This does not mean that these areas should simply be developed .
Wetlands are regulated and any development that will impact these wetlands will need to receive
federal and possible state permits that will insure the integrity and function of the wetlands .
Option 3 .
Option 3 is similar to option 2 but reduces the amount of buffer to Sapsucker Woods
Sanctuary to 100 feet. It also removes some of the connectivity between the Fall Creek corridor
and the southern parcel , reduces some of the connectivity between the central and southern
parcel , provides only a 50 foot buffer for upland areas of moderate or higher ecological value
except for the Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary which is given a 100 foot buffer, and provides a 100
foot buffer for wetlands of moderate or higher ecological value (see map 9) .
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David Werier Botanical and Ecological Consulting
§ 27040 Purpose.
A. It is the purpose of the Conservation Zone to preserve the outstanding natural features
in certain areas of the Town, as described in the Town of Ithaca Comprehensive Plan
(September 21 , 1993), as amended from time to time, and to provide a regulatory
framework through which development can occur with minimal environmental impact in
these areas. Among the natural values and ecological importance of these areas are their
diversity as a plant and wildlife habitat, their existence as biological corridors, their
importance for natural drainage features, their scenic views and rural character, and their
importance as an educational and recreational resource. In addition, certain lands in the
Conservation Zones contain large areas of steep slopes, wetlands, highly erodible or
poorly drained soils and, in one instance, the City of Ithaca water supply, which must be
taken into consideration in planning for future development.
B . It is a further purpose of the Conservation Zone to preserve existing areas of
contiguous open space, prevent unnecessary destruction of woodland areas, rep serve
natural stormwater retention and water quality functions, preserve existing and potential
agricultural land and promote appropriate development densities and flexibility of design
and development of land. Developers should be encouraged to use mechanisms to
accomplish these objectives . Such mechanisms could include enlarged buffer areas,
conservation easements, deed restrictions, and public or semipublic land dedications.
C . Certain of the areas included in Conservation Zones, in recognition of their natural and
ecological significance, have been designated by the Tompkins County Environmental
Management Council as Unique Natural Areas . It is a further purpose of this
Conservation Zone to preserve the natural resources and scenic beauty of the areas to
promote tourism as an important economic benefit to the Town of Ithaca.
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Director of Planning (40) Hourly: $ 34.72 $ 38.72
Director of Code Enforcement (40) 40 hrs/wk $ 72,217.60 $ 801537.60
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Town of Ithaca Codes Department
Monthly Activity Report - October 2009
Category Description Entries
Building Permit Inspection In the Field inspection tied to a building permit 115
Building Permit Consultation In-office or in-field consultation w/project managers
or contractors regarding building projects 16
Building Permit Review Review and processing of building permits 40
Complaint New Investigation New complaint investigation 0
Complaint Follow- up Processing of complaints 1
Continuing Education Training , seminars, CEU's 4
Fire Incident Investigation Fire Incident Investigation following dispatched call 1
Fire Safety/Operating Permit Fire Safety inspection for and/or operating permit.
Inspection Processing of notes and issuance of permit. 2
Fire Safety/Operating Permit Processing of Fire Safety re-inspection notes and
Re- inspection issuing operating ermit/follow-u 2
Legal Processing Order to Remedy, issuing Appearance
Tickets, and actual court appearances 3
Meeting Attendance at Departmental meetings, Board
meetings, Committee meetings & Staff meetings , etc. 44
Miscellaneous Counter service , phone calls not associated with an
active file. 75
Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan Review Field Inspection/Report 0
Zoning Board of Appeals Review and research of ZBA applications . 5
Addresses 911 All related work for address changes 0
Town of Ithaca Codes Department
Building Permits Received in October 2009
Date Recd CEO BP # St # Street Name Status
10/1 /2009 KR 8467 515 Warren Rd
10/1 /2009 KR 8466 120 King Rd E
10/2/2009 SW 8468 104 Valleyview Rd
10/2/2009 SW 8469 197 Bostwick Rd
10/5/2009 SW 8473 204 Pennsylvania Ave
10/7/2009 SW 8475 624 Coddington Rd
10/7/2009 SW 8476 145 Pearsall PI Pending - Info needed letter sent
10/9/2009 SW 8480 102 W Buttermilk Fall
10/9/2009 KR 8479 513 Warren Rd
10/9/2009 SW 8477 283 Bundy Rd
10/9/2009 SW 8478 1301 Trumansburg Rd,
10/13/2009 KR 8483 1128 East Shore Dr
10/13/2009 SW 8484 1456 Trumansburg Rd
10/1312009 KR 8481 120 Homestead Cir
10/13/2009 BB 8482 953 Denby Rd
10/14/2009 SW 8485 124 Seven Mile Dr
10/16/2009 KR 8488 205 Tudor Rd
10/19/2009 SW 8488 983 Taughannock Blv
10/19/2009 SW 8487 950 Danby Rd Pending Rcvd PB going to ZBA
10/20/2009 KR 8491 156 Honness Ln
10/20/2009 SW 8490 221 Sandbank Rd
Wednesday, November 04, 2009 Page 1 of 2
Date Recd CEO BP # St # Street Name Status
10/20/2009 SW 8489 1115 Trumansburg Rd
10/21 /2009 SW 8493 1319 Mecklenburg Rd Pending
10121 /2009 SW 8492 101 Harris B Dates Dr
10/2212009 BB 8494 124 Comstock Knoll
10/23/2009 SW 8495 238 Enfield Falls Rd
10/26/2009 SW 8497 509 Elm St Ext pending
10/26/2009 KR 8498 1436 Hanshaw Rd pending
10/26/2009 SW 8496 112 Troy Rd
10/27/2009 SW 8499 1089 Taughannock Blv pending
10/27/2009 KR 8500 147 Pine Tree Rd pending
Wednesday, November 04, 2009 page 2 of 2
Town of Ithaca Code Enforcement Monthly Report
OCTOBER 2009
Building Permits ISSUED
BP # Date Value Description fee category
8469 10/2/2009 $48,000.00 reroof $ 100.00 renovations to
residential
8452 10/5/2009 $69,000.00 Weatherize side porch, add bath ,eplace $200.00 renovations to
back entry porch. residential
8464 10/8/2009 $39,500.00 addition to existing house $ 100.00 additions to
residential
8465 10/8/2009 $90,000.00 13' x 25' addition - move kitchen & $200.00 additions to
bathroom residential
8468 10/8/2009 $ 1 ,900.00 Build a new front porch $25.00 additions to
residential
8477 10/15/2009 $ 129000.00 Reroof bam and replace portion of wall ' $60.00 renovations to
residential
8466 10/15/2009 $250000.00 Basketball court repair $70.00 educational
8463 10/15/2009 $500.00 tent for Technology Innovations Gala $25.00 temporary
membrane
structure
8482 10/15/2009 $ 129,261 .00 Demo eleven 12' x 60' modulars $350.00 miscellaneous
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8480 10/15/2009 $59000.00 Replace siding and windows $35.00 additions to
residential
8489 10/21 /2009 $ 159500.00 Remove two layers and reshingle $60.00 renovations to
residential
8491 10/22/2009 $4,200.00 Reroof $35.00 additions to
residential
8434 10/2312009 $7,410.00 replace fumance and water heater $45.00 renovations to
residential
8475 10/23/2009 $ 1 ,500.00 Reroof $60.00 renovations to
residential
8488 10/2312009 $ 17,239.00 Replace bay window, insulate, drywall $60.00 renovations to
and trim 1 room residential
8494 10/2312009 $500.00 tent $25.00 temporary
membrane
structure
8481 10/26/2009 $42,254.00 Install 5. 16 kW photovoltaic array $ 100.00 renovations to
residential
8467 10/26/2009 $ 10,000.00 Build mud room $45.00 additions to
residential
8460 10/26/2009 $470,000.00 Construct interior wall partitions for $850.00 business
Challenge Industries
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8306 10/27/2009 $50,000.00 Construct addition that is 20'x30' only in $200.00 additions to
accordance w/variance dated 8/25/09 residential
8486 10/27/2009 $79850.00 Re-roof house $45.00 renovations to
residential
8473 10/28/2009 $28,000.00 Repair & replace windows; Reconstruct $70.00 renovations to
rear deck; Remove electrical hazards residential
8485 10/29/2009 1 $7,000,00 Construct 1400sf garage in rear yard $45.00 additions to
residential
8490 10/29/2009 $7,000.00 Construct 576 sf garage $45.00 additions to
residential
8495 10/30/2009 $30442.00 Install 160 sf storage shed in rear yard $35 .00 additions to
residential
8492 10/30/2009 $42,000.00 Construct outdoor basketball court as $ 100.00 business
approved by Planning Board
Totals $ 1 , 134,056.00 $2,985.00
Certificates of Occupancy
SP # Address Description CO Temp
8085 280 Coy Glen Rd Roof structure and cover repair of 10/2/2009 ❑
demage caused by fallen tree
8216 1089 Taughannock Blvd Replace boat hoist and extend dock 10/2/2009 ❑
8072 107 Farm Pond Rd Demolish portion of shed roof at 10/2/2009 ❑
Maintenance Building
8190 204 Tareyton Dr Repair roof 10/9/2009 ❑
8082 203 Salem Dr Tear off and replace roof cover 10/13/2009 ❑
8188 136 Compton Rd Construct 768 square foot detached 10/1312009 ❑
garage
8197 126 Northview Rd Replace existing concrete steps 10/13/2009 ❑
8337 221 Eastern Heights Dr Add master suite and playroom over 10/15/2009 ❑
existing garage.
8171 106 Holly Creek Ln New single-family home with attached 10/15/2009 ❑
garage
8439 105 Briarwood Dr Sundeck on back of unit 10/15/2009 ❑
8317 110 Blackstone Ave New 24amily residence 10/15/2009 ❑
8213 148 Troy Rd New 24amily dwelling unit with 2300 10/20/2009 ❑
square foot main unit and 1008 square
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8407 651 Five Mile Or Demolition of unused shed and deck 10/20/2009 ❑
floor and replace deck joists, decking,
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8113 315-37 Pine Tree Rd Alter north side fire lane and tenant 10/20/2009 ❑
entrances
8223 111 Salem Or New passage door into garage 10/23/2009 ❑
6864 110 Seven Mile Dr Reshingle over existing layer of roofing 10/23/2009 ❑
6693 312 Salem Or Extended 1 /18/2008 - Convert one-family 10/2312009 ❑
into two-family with attached garage
8446 119 Pine Tree Rd Recover roof 10/27/2009 ❑
7052 1000 East Shore Dr New sailing center 10/27/2009 ❑
8235 106 Pineview Terrace Replace roof and Relocate kitchen 10/27/2009 ❑
Complaints
Date Address Complaint Type Disposition
10/5/2009 1150 Danby Rd fire Abated
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1y OF I T�9v TOWN OF ITHACA PLANNING DEPARTMENT
215 NORTH TIOGA STREET, ITHACA, N .Y . 14850
Jonathan Kanter, A.I.C.F. (6UZ) 2'/3- 174Y
Director of Planning FAX (607) 273-1704
Planning Director' s Report for November 9 , 2009 Town Board Meeting
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
October 20, 2009 Planning Board Meeting:
South Hill Business Campus — South Lobby Entrance, 950 Danby Road: The Planning
Board granted Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed new lobby entry area at
the South Hill Business Campus located at 950 Danby Road (NYS Route 96B ), Town of Ithaca
Tax Parcel No. 39- 1 - 1 .2 , Planned Development Zone No. 12 . The proposal involves creating a
new south lobby entrance to the building and will include installing a new covered entry, a
heated concrete walkway, landscaping, a seating area, lighting and signage. South Hill Business
Campus, LLC , Owner/Applicant; Linda Luciano, Property Manager, Agent.
CURRENT PLANNING DEPARTMENT PROJECTS/FUNCTIONS
The following have been accomplished over the past month.
Codes and Ordinances Committee (COC) : The Committee met on October 21 , 2009 and
continued review and discussion regarding comments received on the proposed Stream Setback
Law. The next COC meeting is scheduled for November 18 , 2009. Tentative agenda items
include further review of comments received and possible revisions regarding the Stream
Setback Law and discussion regarding possible amendments to the Conservation Zone
provisions in the Zoning Code.
Planning Committee: The Committee met on October 26th, 2009 to continue discussion
regarding possible rezoning of parcels in the Northeast to a Conservation Zone and consideration
of the timing and costs of a possible traffic study of West Hill . The Committee unanimously
recommended that the Town Board consider approving a traffic study for West Hill and possible
funding as outlined in "Possible West Hill Traffic Study" (Draft — October 23 , 2009). The next
meeting of the Committee is scheduled for November 12, 2009 at 4: 30 p. m. Tentative agenda
items include discussion regarding possible amendments to the Conservation Zone requirements
dealing with tree clearing, earth moving and other aspects that need to be clarified or updated.
Comprehensive Plan Committee: The Committee met on October 22, 2009 and continued review
and discussion regarding the goal and objective sections of the 1993 Plan in Chapter III, focusing
on "Transportation". The next meeting of the Committee is tentatively scheduled for Thursday,
November 19, 2009 at 7 :00 p.m. to continue review and discussion regarding the 1993 Plan
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Goals and Objectives , continuing with "Transportation" and then "Public Utilities, Facilities, and
Services" and "Energy & Climate Change".
The Committee and staff held a Housing Focus Group meeting on October 27 , 2009, at which
housing experts and interested agencies and individuals discussed housing issues that should be
addressed in the Plan update. Notes of that meeting will be discussed with the Committee and
later put on the web site. A focus group meeting on Ecology will be held on Tuesday, November
10, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. in the Town Board Room.
Conservation Board: The November 5ffi regular meeting of the Conservation Board was cancelled
so that members could attend the Tompkins County Council of Governments public information
meeting on Gas Drilling that evening (held at 7 :00 p.m. at the Unitarian Church). The next regular
meeting of the Conservation Board is scheduled for December 3 , 20090
Trail Committee: The Trail Committee met on October 22 , 2009 . The Committee heard a
presentation by representatives of Cayuga Heights regarding possible safe walking routes to
Boynton Middle School and discussed possible cooperative efforts between the Village, Town
and School District to consider how to implement possible walkways, crosswalks, etc. The next
meeting of the Committee is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 11 : 00
a.m. (this will be a combined meeting for November and December) to follow-up on possible
West Hill trails.
Economic Development Collaborative: The Collaborative met on October 22, 2009. Discussions
and reports included a possible energy district being considered by Tompkins County to fund
home improvements for energy efficiency; an update on the closing of Emerson where the first
phase of layoffs will begin in December 2009 through September 2010 ; and an update on how
the State' s fiscal crisis may impact the County and municipalities in the next several years,
including funding of the public pension system and the State' s growing budget deficit.
Pine Tree Road Bicycle/Pedestrian Improvements Project: Representatives from Tompkins
County, Town of Ithaca and Cornell met on October 28 , 2009 to coordinate the Pine Tree Road
Bicycle and Pedestrian Project. The project is the recipient of a Federal Transportation
Enhancement Program grant with a total cost of $956,454. The project includes replacement of
one of the old railroad bridge abutments to make more room on Pine Tree Road for safe bicycle
shoulders, replacement of the existing railroad bridge with a new and more attractive bridge for
bicyclists and pedestrians using the East Ithaca Recreation Way, the addition of a 10-foot wide
bicycle and pedestrian path connecting the existing Recreation Way with the Route 366
intersection to the north, and the addition of a separate 5 -foot wide pedestrian path extending
south from the bridge to Maple Avenue. The Town Board approved a resolution authorizing the
Town to participate in this project, subject to approval of the grant, and authorized the Town' s
local share of $35 ,000 for the project. The County has executed the necessary agreement with
NYS and is in the process of drafting an agreement among the participants (County, Town and
Cornell) to proceed with the project and confirm responsibilities for funding the local shares , and
defining ownership and maintenance responsibilities . This will have to be approved by the
Town Board in order for the project to proceed.
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Network/Record Specialist Report
November 9 , 2009
Website
o Updates
■ Trail Survey
■ Brush & Leaf Pickup
Network
• First steps in combating increasing amounts of spam have been introduced. The particular
method chosen will be monitored over the next few months and adjustments will be made
appropriately.
Additional•
• The Town was awarded a $ 16 ,000 New York State Archives grant to hire a consultant to
perform a Business Process Analysis (BPA) . The focus of the BPA is on improving the
management of the Town's records . The low bid consultant, Steve Goodfellow of Access
System , will meet with staff this month .
o The project director for the grant was to be the Town's Records Management Officer;
Karen Billings, Since Karen is on medical leave and the Town Clerk Department is only
staffed by a new part-time Deputy Clerk, I have initial taken on the responsibility of the
project manager to get the process underway. It's anticipated that once the Records
Management Advisor Board Committee begins regular meetings again , (this board has
not meet since early summer) , responsibility for overseeing components of the grant
will be divided among the board members .
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9 TOWN OF ITHACA
215 N. Tioga Street, Ithaca, N . Y. 14850
www . town . ithacamy .us
TOWN CLERK 273- 1721 HIGHWAY (Roads, Parks, Trails, Water &Sewer) 273- 1656 ENGINEERING 273- 1747
PLANNING 273- 1747 ZONING 273- 1783
FAX (607) 273- 1704
To : Herb Engman , Supervisor Town of Ithaca
Peter Stein , Councilperson
Pat Leary , Councilperson
Tee Ann Hunter, Councilperson
Bill Goodman , Councilperson
Eric Levine , Councilperson
Rich De Paolo Councilperson
From : Marnie Kirchgessner, Recreation and Youth Coordinator
October, 2008 Activity Report
October was prominent for implementation of 2 projects funded by Tompkins
County Celebrations grants . The Town celebrated Agriculture by offering October
109 2009 as a day to visit farms on West Hill and Inlet Valley and learn about the
historical significance of the various site with the opportunity to participate in a
variety of farm related activities . While an easy concept on paper the event was
challenging to coordinate because of the diversity and independence of sites let
alone the weather which was cold and cloudy. In spite of that reality the farm
stands reported a brisk business as did Steep Hollow Farm ( Display board from
the site is in Town Hall lobby) whereas Tutelo Park pavilion where entertainment ,
a screening of Farmboy with discussion and pumpkin decorating were held saw
little traffic . The upside was 28 downloads of information from the Town web site
and positive responses to media information about event . Brochures were
available at sites and over 200 were distributed providing information about
activities .
The second project was completion and receipt of a permanent display of
material completed by Town Historian Laura Johnson Kelly for Tutelo Park. This
information was originally completed on paper and unveiled at the park opening
beginning a process of dialogue on content with the Cayuga Nation . It took until
July of this year to obtain the final response after which I undertook the revisions
with Supervisor Engman reviewing edits . It was this electronic document that
Keaton Dailey successful converted to a format the town could reproduce and
met with the provider's requirements . The result is a beautiful , fiberglass type
(words and pictures embedded ) story board that will adorn Tutelo Park for many
years to come . Rich Schoch is supervising the installation which should occur
before winter.
Other activities included supervision of a group of Assembly of God congregants
who volunteered to assist with the closing of the community garden ; participation
in a meeting with state DOT representatives on the Safe Walk Ways to School
project ; a program partners meeting at Sewgeen ; and a wrap up meeting on this
years successes & challenges related to the Town ' s Youth employment program .
The highlight was the request to speak at the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for
Andrew Sternglass on 10/25/2009 . The best part , although well received was not
my words but those of Andrew . A self identified computer nerd (Gifted ) he spoke
of the benefit of both scouting and his town supported work opportunities in
"making him the person he wanted to be and not someone forever lost in the
world of Dungeons and Dragons. " His statements were simple yet compelling
and genuine . In a world of increasingly differently abled people the Town 's
program supports strengths and offers a continuum of program opportunities as
manifested by Andrew. His progress has been demonstrated and acknowledged
by his decision to complete his Eagle project with the Town . The positive
response by parents of other town youth was just icing on the cake .
DEPUTY TOWN CLERK ' S MONTHLY REPORT
TOWN OF ITHACA, NEW YORK OCTOBER, 2009
0 O THE SUPERVISOR: i PAGE I
rsuant to Section 27 , Subd 1 of the Town Law, I hereby make the following statement of all fees and moneys received
me in connection with my office during the month stated above, excepting only such fees and moneys the application
d payment of which are otherwise provided for by Law :
A1255
5 MARRIAGE LICENSES NO. 09099 TO 09103 87 .50
1 SIGN ORDINANCE 224.00
1 RETURNED CHECK- W&S 5 .00
4 MARRIAGE TRANSCRIPT 40.00
TOTAL DEPUTY TOWN CLERK FEES 356.50
A1557
2 SPCA IMPOUND FEES 70.00
TOTAL A1557 70900
A2544
DOG LICENSES 901 . 10
TOTAL A2544 901010
B2109
24 ELECTRICAL PERMIT 21363 .00
TOTAL B2109 29363.00
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3 ZONING BOARD MTG 300.00
TOTAL B2110 300.00
B2111
31 BUILDING PERMIT 21285 .00
6 BUILDING PERMIT EXTENSIN 497 .50
3 TEMP CERTIFICATE OCCUP 19625 .00
TOTAL B2111 49407.50
B2113
6 OPERATING PERMIT 19250.00
TOTAL B2113 1450.00
B2115
1 SITE PLAN FINAL PLAN 200.00
TOTAL B2115 200.00
B2691
1 FILL PERMIT 100.00
TOTAL B2691 100000
DEPUTY TOWN CLERK' S MONTHLY REPORT
OCTOBER, 2009
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DISBURSEMENTS
PAID TO SUPERVISOR FOR GENERAL FUND 1 ,327 .60
PAID TO SUPERVISOR FOR PART TOWN FUND 81620.50
PAID TO COUNTY TREASURER FOR DOG LICENSES 126.90
PAID TO AG & MARKETS FOR DOG LICENSES 12.00
PAID TO NYS HEALTH DEPT FOR MARRIAGE LICENSES 112.50
TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS 109199.50
NOVEMBER 4, 2009 SUPERVISOR
HERBERT J . ENGMAN
STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF TOMPKINS, TOWN OF ITHACA
I, Debra DeAugistine, being duly sworn, says that I am the Clerk of the TOWN OF ITHACA
that the foregoing is a full and true statement of all Fees and moneys received by me during the month above stated, excepting
only such Fees the application and payment of which are otherwise provided for by law.
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
Deputy Town
day of 20
Notary Public
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TO : MEMBERS OF JOINT CITY/TOWN SEWER COMMITTEE
FROM : Noel Desch
Attached is - the draft schedule of decision points
necessary to comply with the EPA requirements that we develop ;
an administrative plan to operate the sewer facilities to be
incorporated in the Step 1 Facility Plan .
I would : propose :ahat - this= schedule be reviewed by the
City DPW staff and the Town Engineer in July and early August ,
and the final form approved by our Committee no later than
August 15 . The final schedule would then be approved by our
municipalities by September 15 .
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FACILITIES UPGRADING PROJECT
Critical Decision Points
10/ 27 / 77 City of Ithaca approves EPA Grant Agreement for
Facilities Plan
5/ 16/ 78 City and Town agree to proceed at policy-making level
(i . e . Common Council /BPW ) to negotiate basis for joint
involvement in administration and operation of sewer
facilities , meetings to be held monthly .
8 / 15/ 78 Municipalities to review schedule prepared by Committee .
9 / 15/ 78 City. and- Town approve schedule of. Decision- Points -
concept and charge of the ---sewer Commission . Review
results of I/ I study with staff and engineering firm .
10/ 15 / 78 Draft City Charter change completed by City Attorney .
Initiate appraisal of present facilities .
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11/ 15/ 78 Draft City Charter -- change approved. byA City and Town .
Approve I / I study . Approve populating figures to be
used in Step I . i
12 / 15/ 78 First = --draft intermuni. cipal sewer '- agreement completed by .-
Joint Sewer Committee .
1 /15/ 79 - First . . draft intermunicipal -- sewer agreement review by
staff - consultants -- and- municipalities --
-. completed Band-
comment's - re - submitted to Joint - Sewer -- Committee . f
3/ 15/ 79 iIntermunicipal agreement approved by legislative bodies
of all municipalities includes approval of value of the '
City Sewage Treatment . Facilities to be jointly used . by
the Commission members .
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3/ 15/ 79 Designation by munic-ipalities of membership on the
Commission . 1
4 / 15/ 79 Submit management plan to EPA for conceptual approval .
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5/ 15/ 79 Commission to review schematic site plan for facility I
upgrade and approve as appropriate . !
7 / 15 / 79 Review facilities plan . Place Charter change on ballot
for November election .
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8/ 15/ 79 Accept facilities plan and determine method of allocat -
ing costs -- prepare revision to intermunicipal agree-
ment .
9/15/ 79 Municipalities to review revisions , schedule public hear-
ing for 10/ 79 .
11 /15/ 79 Approve revised intermunicipal agreement and Step I .
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