HomeMy WebLinkAboutPB Minutes 2000-03-21TOWN OF ITHACA PLANNING BOARD
TUESDAY, MARCH 21, 2000
The Town of Ithaca Planning Board met in regular session on Tuesday, March 21, 2000, in Town
Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, Ithaca, New York, at 7:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Eva Hoffmann, Vice Chairperson; George Conneman, Board Member (7:39 p.m.); James
Ainslie, Board Member; Tracy Mitrano, Board Member (excused 9:57 p.m.); Rod Howe, Board
Member; Jonathan Kanter, Director of Planning; John Barney, Attorney for the Town; Daniel Walker,
Director of Engineering; Susan Ritter, Environmental Planner; Mike Smith, Planner.
EXCUSED: Fred Wilcox, Chairperson; Larry Thayer, Board Member; George Frantz, Assistant Town
Planner.
ALSO PRESENT: David Herrick, TG Miller; Shirley Egan, Cornell University Counsel; John
Gutenberger, Cornell University; Mark Macera, Ithacare; Michael Twomey, 406 E Yates St; Ed
Hooks, 317 Blackstone Ave; Hollis Erb, 118 Snyder Hill Rd; Doug Clearo, 95 Brown Rd; Peter Karp,
Cornell University; Brayton Foster, Trumansburg; Stephen Eddy, 16 East Enfield Rd.; Bob Julian, 313
Blackstone Ave; Bob Pochily, 105 Concord PI; Reverend Ron Gaesser, 302 St Catherine Circle;
Mario Giannella, 6 Dove Dr; Tammi Aiken, TG Miller; Dwight Lopes, Baker Institute; Jim Pung,
Cornell University; Jim Constantin, Cornell University; Doug Antczak, Baker Institute; Bill Gaudreau,
Gaudreau and Associates.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann declared the meeting duly opened at 7:35 p.m., and accepted for
the record the Secretary's Affidavit of Posting and Publication of the Notice of Public Hearings in
Town Hall and the Ithaca Journal on March 13, 2000, and March 15, 2000, together with the
properties under discussion, as appropriate, upon the Clerks of the City of Ithaca and the Town of
Danby, upon the Tompkins County Commissioner of Planning, upon the Tompkins County
Commissioner of Public Works, and upon the applicants and /or agents, as appropriate, on March 15,
2000. (Affidavit of Posting and Publication is hereto attached as Exhibit #1.)
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann read the Fire Exit Regulations to those assembled, as required by
the New York State Department of State, Office of Fire Prevention and Control.
AGENDA ITEM: PERSONS TO BE HEARD.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened this segment of the meeting at 7:35 p.m., and asked if any
members of the public wished to be heard. With no persons present to be heard, Vice Chairperson
Hoffmann closed PERSONS TO BE HEARD at 7:36 p.m.
AGENDA ITEM: SEAR Determination, Longview — Addition of Light Pole and Lamp, 1 Bella
Vista Drive.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened this segment of the meeting at 7:36 p.m.
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Mark Macera, Executive Director of Ithacare, stated that the application before the Town is a
modification of the current site plan. The proposed modification is to improve lighting conditions at
night and improve public safety. They have received a number of concerns from the public who have
visited Longview in the evening. They were unable to get a clear vision of the curbs and road cut.
The only indication of the entrance is the signage that is located at the south side of the entrance.
The addition of the light pole will improve the conditions.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that you need to be close to the driveway before you are
able to identify it.
Mr. Macera stated that they contacted New York State Department of Transportation. They
did not have a problem with the proposal to locate the new light pole.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if the new light pole would be identical with the poles and
lights along the interior driveway.
Mr. Macera stated that it would be a 20 -foot pole with the exact same light apparatus.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she was not sure where the new light would be with
respect to the row of utility poles along Route 96B.
Mr. Macera stated that he believes it would be to the west of the existing poles. He intends to
have Al Folkerson of TG Miller make sure that the location of the pole is consistent with the plan and
does not encroach on the right -of -way.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if it would be north of the sign.
Mr. Macera responded that it would be north of the sign.
Board Member Mitrano stated that her father is going to be making an application to this
facility. Does this constitute any conflict of interest?
Attorney Barney stated he does not see it as a conflict unless she had a monetary benefit.
Board Member Ainslie stated that Longview had a prominent visit by Mrs. Clinton.
Mr. Macera stated that it went very well. When White House staff contacted them, it was
originally to be quick in and out visit. It was to get a better appreciation of the intergenerational
program with the Headstart program and the residents. At the last minute she changed her own
plans and spent twice the amount of time. She spoke about her own interests in this area to the
residents. She provided motivational comments to the residents about quality of life and looking at
retirement in a more positive context.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann closed this segment of the meeting at 7:44 p.m.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -20 — SEQR Determination: Longview — Addition of Lamp and Pole, 1 Bella
Vista Drive, Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval.
MOTION made by Rod Howe, seconded by Tracy Mitrano.
WHEREAS:
1. This action is the Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed
addition of one lamp and pole at Longview, an Ithacare Community, located at 1 Bella Vista
Drive off of Danby Road (Rt. 96B), on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 39 -1 -1.31, Special Land
Use District No. 7. The new lamp and pole will be located near the intersection of Danby Road
and the entrance to Longview. Ithacare Center Service Company, Owner /Applicant; Mark A.
Macera, Agent, and
2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board is legislatively
determined to act as Lead Agency in environmental review with respect to Site Plan Approval,
and
3. The Planning Board, on March 21, 2000, has reviewed and accepted as adequate a Short
Environmental Assessment Form Part I prepared by the applicant, a Part 11 prepared by the
Town Planning staff, and an application packet that includes, among other information, a
revised Utility Plan (Exhibit 1), and light pole and lamp details (Exhibit 2), all dated as received
on February 14, 2000, and
4. The Town Planning staff have recommended a negative determination of environmental
significance with respect to the proposed site plan approval;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby makes a negative determination of
environmental significance in accordance with the New York State Environmental Quality
Review Act for the above referenced action as proposed and, therefore, neither a Full
Environmental Assessment Form nor an Environmental Impact Statement will be required.
AYES: Hoffmann, Conneman, Ainslie, Mitrano. Howe.
NAYS: None.
The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site plan approval for the proposed
addition of one lamp and pole at Longview, an Ithacare Community, located at 1 Bella Vista
Drive off Danby Road (Rt. 96B), on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 39 -1 -1.31, Special Land Use
District No. 7. The new lamp and pole will be located near the intersection of Danby Road and
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the entrance to Longview. Ithacare Center Service Company, Owner /Applicant; Mark A.
Macera, Agent.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened the public hearing at 7:44 p.m., and asked if any members
of the public wished to be heard. With no persons present to be heard, Vice Chairperson Hoffmann
closed the public hearing at 7:45 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -21 - Longview — Addition of Lamp and Pole, 1 Bella Vista Drive, Preliminary
and Final Site Plan Approval.
MOTION made by James Ainslie, seconded by George Conneman.
WHEREAS:
1. This action is the Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed
addition of one lamp and pole at Longview, an Ithacare Community, located at 1 Bella Vista
Drive off of Danby Road (Rt. 96B), on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 39 -1 -1.31, Special Land
Use District No. 7. The new lamp and pole will be located near the intersection of Danby Road
and the entrance to Longview. Ithacare Center Service Company, Owner /Applicant; Mark A.
Macera, Agent, and
2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency
in environmental review with respect to Site Plan Approval, has, on March 21, 2000 made a
negative determination of environmental significance, after having reviewed and accepted as
adequate the Short Environmental Assessment Form part 1, prepared by the applicant, and a
Part 11 prepared by the Town Planning staff, and
3. The Planning Board, at a Public Hearing on March 21, 2000, has reviewed and accepted as
adequate an application packet that includes, among other information, a revised Utility Plan
(Exhibit 1), and light pole and lamp details (Exhibit 2), all dated as received on February 14,
2000, and other information related to the application.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby waives certain requirements for Preliminary
and Final Site Plan Approval, as shown on the Preliminary and Final Site Plan Checklist,
having determined from the materials presented that such waiver will result in neither a
significant alteration of the purpose of site plan control nor the policies enunciated or implied by
the Town Board, and
2. That the Planning Board hereby grants Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the
proposed addition of one lamp and pole at Longview, an Ithacare Community, located at 1
Bella Vista Drive off of Danby Road (Rt. 96B), as shown on a revised Utility Plan (Exhibit 1),
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and light pole and lamp details (Exhibit 2), all dated as received on February 14, 2000, and
other information related to the application.
AYES: Hoffmann, Conneman, Ainslie, Mitrano, Howe.
NAYS: None.
The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously.
AGENDA ITEM: SEAR Determination, St. Catherine of Siena Church — Site Plan Modifications,
302 St. Catherine Circle.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened this segment of the meeting at 7:46 p.m. She stated that
since the notice of Public Hearing was announced, it had been determined by the Building
Department and the Attorney for the Town, that the recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals
for special approval was not necessary.
Board Member Mitrano stated that Mr. Schickel was up to her house recently to talk about
some work on her home. She asked if she should be concerned about it.
Attorney Barney asked if the discussion she had with Mr. Schickel was independent of this
application.
Board Member Mitrano responded that it was an independent discussion.
Attorney Barney asked if there was any discussion as to how she would review or view this
application.
Board Member Mitrano stated that a joke was made.
Attorney Barney asked if there was any discussion of any type of arrangement that he has for
her in working on her house because of the way she might choose to vote.
Board Member Mitrano stated that there was no discussion of any arrangements.
Reverend Ron Gaesser, 310 St Catherine Circle, stated that he is the Pastor of St. Catherine.
He has been the Pastor for 13 years. St. Catherine's opened its doors in 1961. Next year the church
celebrates its 40th anniversary and with that comes 40 years of wear and tear. The church is in the
process of making repairs to the present church facility. There will be no new additions or changes in
the building. They have 3 masses on the weekend. Two are held on Sunday. One is at 9:00 a.m.
and the other is at 11:30 a.m. Both masses are full. The parking problem existed before he came to
the church. There is not enough parking for people to park during the masses. They end up parking
on the two roads, Blackstone Avenue and Siena Drive. It is not a good situation because they are
narrow roads. The neighbors do complain. He receives Christmas cards with letters of complaint in
them.
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Mr. Gaesser stated that the repairs to the church offered them the opportunity to also repair
and extend the parking lot.
Tom Schickel, Schickel Architects, stated that there are three major things being done to the
site. They are proposing a parking area that will account for an increase of 41 parking spaces. It is
slightly larger than 41 parking spaces, but they are returning the existing parking spaces for the
standard 9 -foot space. They are proposing to have six parking spaces for the handicapped.
Currently there are four parking spaces for the handicapped. The existing parking will be resurfaced.
In the materials provided to the board it mentioned that the existing parking lot surface may be
removed and replaced if there were sufficient funds. The church does not have the money. They are
going to grind the top surface of the current parking lot to make it level. It will then be resurfaced.
The current lighting is on wood poles. The light shines out at a 45- degree angle. The
proposed lighting is 25 -feet high. It has a low cut off profile that prevents light spillage. There will be
two poles in the new parking lot. There are six poles in the existing parking area. It will be more even
light. Around the church there are existing bollards that are 40 years old. They will be removed.
New metal bollard will replace the existing bollard. It is in keeping with the design of the church.
They have increased the density slightly.
The sidewalks are being removed and replaced during the paving of the new parking lot. The
steps and the sidewalks have become unsafe. The concrete has deteriorated from the salt. They are
also adding a path for handicap access. It will serve the church and the parish center. The path will
connect the two buildings. They are not currently connected.
Mr. Schickel stated that there is an existing row of trees in the location of the proposed parking
lot. They will replace the trees with clusters of trees at the end of the parking lot. There will be three
clusters of spruce, three clusters of crabapple, and two clusters of cherry. The Norway spruce has
wide low branches. They maintain themselves over time. This is in keeping with the plantings that
exist on site.
Mr. Kanter stated that he indicated to Vice Chairperson Hoffmann prior to the meeting that Mr.
Walker has looked at the drainage situation. Mr. Walker is comfortable with the drainage.
high
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if the light poles would be 20 or 25 feet high.
Mr. Schickel stated that the light poles are 24 feet tall with a 2 foot base. It is a total of 26 feet
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked how the new poles compared with the existing poles.
Mr. Schickel responded that on the west side of the site the light poles are about 40 feet high.
On the east side of the site the light poles are about 30 feet high. The new poles are considerably
shorter.
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Mr. Schickel stated that Mr. Walker reviewed the drainage and retention plans. The open lawn
area has the original contours. They have not been modified. The site has a natural drainage flow
that travels into the natural retention. The entire site with the exception of the pastor's house is in this
area. The house is on a subdivided parcel, but the church owns it. The area would be going from
about 17.5% of impervious materials to 22.5% of impervious materials. This includes all buildings
and the paving. Mr. Walker felt that the drainage and retention area was more than adequate.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she had wondered about that. The natural area
existed before the building and parking lots. She was wondering how the retention capability has
changed as more and more buildings and parking lots were constructed. Has anyone noticed a
change in how the water moves through the site? How long is it retained now compared to before?
Mr. Schickel stated that he is unsure.
Mr. Gaesser stated that part of the drainage way is not natural. It was added when the church
was constructed. The different sluiceways fill up with water but they do not overflow. There is a
stream by his house. At times it flows and at other times it dries up. He has not noticed any flooding.
Mr. Kanter stated that the house is on the lot that was subdivided a few years ago.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she noticed that the ditch in the northwest corner by
Mr. Gaesser's was quite full of water. It is not identified on the drawing.
Mr. Gaesser stated that it has never overflowed. The road is higher than the drainage way.
Board Member Howe stated that he had questioned the need of 41 more parking spaces. It
was helpful to hear that cars have been parking on the roads. The neighbors will appreciate an extra
parking lot.
Ed Hooks, 317 Blackstone Avenue, stated that during a crowded mass there are cars parked
around the circle. It is hazardous. The neighborhood would welcome the opportunity to have more
parking spaces to accommodate the traffic. He has lived in the neighborhood since 1983. He is
unfamiliar with any flooding problems in the area.
Board Member Conneman asked if the church would put up signs preventing people from
parking on the side of the road.
Attorney Barney stated that the Town could adopt an ordinance saying no parking. The Town
has not chosen to do so at this point.
Mr. Gaesser asked if the Town has ever received complaints about parking.
Attorney Barney stated that he is not aware of any complaints.
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Board Member Mitrano stated that it is a dangerous situation with the cars parking on the side
of the road.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked Mr. Walker if he had any comments regarding the drainage.
Mr. Walker stated that he does not think that there is a problem. The site is fairly flat. The rate
of run -off is very low. The increase in the amount of impervious surface is a small percentage of
increase from what is already there. There is a good natural retention area in the lawn area that
holds the water. In that area there has not been any recognized flooding hazards. There is a lot of
open space on the lot.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she wants to be sure that the board considers it. There
are a number of areas in the northeast that do have drainage problems.
Mr. Walker stated that there are some drainage problems. They did a lot of work on
Christopher Circle. The water there was coming from a different direction. The area in discussion is
located at the top of the watershed area. It tends to drain away from it in all directions. There have
been drainage problems on Blackstone Avenue. This is not a problem area. It is flat enough so that
it will hold the water. The ditches are fairly flat in the area.
Attorney Barney asked if the lights would be on all the time.
Mr. Gaessler stated the lights are on a timer so that they only come on during masses. They
come on in the evening from dusk to midnight. They are for security. The church does have activities
going on at night. It is also for the security of the building. There is no one living near the church. He
does not live close enough to see if vandalism occurs.
Attorney Barney asked if all the lights go off at midnight.
Mr. Schickel stated that with the new system the bollards would be controlled. The pole lights
would be on another system. The lights can be turned off. They plan to turn them off around
midnight. The time can be adjusted.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if the board wanted to give input on how long the lights
should stay on in the evening.
Board Member Mitrano stated that she thinks that midnight is reasonable. There are people
using the facilities at night and they should have the benefit of the lights.
Mr. Gaesser stated that there are no streetlights. It is very difficult to see at night.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked Mr. Smith if he had any comments on the environmental
assessment.
Mr. Smith responded that he did not have any additional comments.
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Vice Chairperson Hoffmann closed this segment of the meeting at 8:14 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -22 - SEQR Determination: St. Catherine of Siena Church Site Modifications,
302 St. Catherine Circle, Tax Parcel No. 71 -1 -10.
MOTION made by Rod Howe, seconded by Tracy Mitrano.
WHEREAS:
1. This action is consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed site
modifications to St. Catherine of Siena Church; located at 302 St. Catherine Circle; Town of
Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 71 -1 -10; Residence District R -15. Said modifications include repaving
the existing parking lots and drives and add an additional 41 new parking spaces, replacement
of the existing sidewalks, curbs, and steps, replacement of the existing site lighting and
additional lighting to be added, and changes to the landscaping around the parking area. St.
Catherine of Siena Church, Owner /Applicant; Thomas Schickel, Schickel Architecture, Agent,
and
2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board is legislatively
determined to act as Lead Agency in environmental review with respect to Site Plan
Approval, and
3. The Planning Board, on March 21, 2000, has reviewed and accepted as adequate a Short
Environmental Assessment Form Part 1, submitted by the applicant, and a Part II prepared by
Town Planning staff, plans entitled "Landscape Plan," (L1) dated February 18, 2000, "Site
Plan," (A 1) dated November 30, 1999 and revised January 17, 2000, and "Electrical Site Plan,"
(E1) dated November 30, 1999 and revised January 17, 2000 prepared by Schickel
Architecture, and other application material, and
4. The Town Planning staff has recommended a negative determination of environmental
significance with respect to the proposed Site Plan Approval;
NOW THEREFORE BE I T RESOLVED:
That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby makes a negative determination of
environmental significance in accordance with the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act
for the above referenced action as proposed, and, therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement will
not be required.
AYES: Hoffmann, Conneman, Ainslie, Mitrano, Howe.
NAYS: None.
The MOTION was carried unanimously.
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for proposed
site modifications to St. Catherine of Siena Church, located at 302 St. Catherine Circle on
Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 71 -1 -10, Residence District R -15. Said modifications include
repaving the existing parking lots and drives and the addition of 41 new parking spaces,
replacement of existing sidewalks, curbs and steps, replacement of existing site lighting and
addition of lighting, and changes to the landscaping around the parking area. St. Catherine of
Siena Church, Owner /Applicant; Thomas Schickel, Schickel Architecture, Agent.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened the public hearing at 8:14 p.m., and asked if any members
of the public wished to be heard.
Bob Julian, 313 Blackstone Ave, stated that he lives northeast of the church. He has never
noticed any problem at the church with water drain -off. About 7 years ago they had a heavy rain.
There is a small creek that runs by the side of his house. The creek overflowed and there were about
3 or 4 inches of water going across the road. He and some of his neighbors experienced water in the
basement of their homes. He could not see where the water had impacted the church. The people at
the Town have been very helpful in addressing the problems that they have had.
Mr. Julian stated that any space that would add to parking at the church would be an
improvement. People have to park on the street. Blackstone Avenue is adequate for traffic traveling
in both directions. Once there are cars parked on both sides of the road, navigating the winding road
is hazardous. Anything that can be done to help alleviate the problems would be helpful.
With no other persons present to be heard, Vice Chairperson Hoffmann closed the public
hearing at 8:16 p.m.
Mr. Kanter stated that he did receive a phone call from Teresa Hargott who was unable to
make it to the meeting. She had questions about the plan and was initially concerned that the parking
area might be going in the green space area to the south of the church. After describing the plan to
her and indicating that the parking area was going to be located to the west, she was very supportive
of the plan.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that there were some comments from the County Planning
Department regarding the Norway spruce. It is listed as an invasive species. It is not a really a very
invasive species. There needs to be a list showing the really offensive invasive species. She does
not think that it is a problem in this case. The other comment was regarding lighting and minimizing
the glare and spillage to the surrounding residents. The church is responding to do so. The third
comment was about storm water practices to be maintained during construction to minimize run -off
and erosion. Will this be done?
Mr. Schickel stated that they still need to get a building permit pending the Planning Board's
approval. They can work out whatever is required.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that there could be a condition added to the resolution.
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Mr. Kanter stated that he would suggest a condition stating that proper erosion and
sedimentation control measures be implemented during construction to the satisfaction of the Town
Engineer.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that in the resolution they need to take out any reference to
the Zoning Board of Appeals special approval.
Mr. Kanter stated that they need to remove the Be It Further Resolved and 2a.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -23 - Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval, St. Catherine of Siena
Church Site Modifications, 302 St. Catherine Circle, Tax Parcel No. 71 -1 -10.
MOTION made by Tracy Mitrano, seconded by James Ainslie.
WHEREAS:
1. This action is consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed site
modifications to St. Catherine of Siena Church; located at 302 St. Catherine Circle; Town of
Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 71 -1 -10; Residence District R -15. Said modifications include repaving
the existing parking lots and drives and add an additional 41 new parking spaces, replacement
of the existing sidewalks, curbs, and steps, replacement of the existing site lighting and
additional lighting to be added, and changes to the landscaping around the parking area. St.
Catherine of Siena Church, Owner /Applicant; Thomas Schickel, Schickel Architecture, Agent,
and
2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board, acting as lead agency
in environmental review with respect to Site Plan Approval, has, on March 21, 2000, made a
negative determination of environmental significance, after having reviewed and accepted as
adequate a Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 1, submitted by the applicant, and a
Part 11 prepared by Town Planning staff, and
3. The Planning Board, at a Public Hearing held on March 21, 2000, has reviewed and accepted
as adequate, plans entitled "Landscape Plan," (L 1) dated February 18, 2000, "Site Plan," (A 1)
dated November 30, 1999 and revised January 17, 2000, and "Electrical Site Plan," (E1) dated
November 30, 1999 and revised January 17, 2000 prepared by Schickel Architecture, and
other application material.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
1. That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby waives certain requirements for Preliminary
and Final Site Plan Approval, as shown on the Preliminary and Final Site Plan Checklists,
having determined from the materials presented that such waiver will result in neither a
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significant alteration of the purpose of site plan control nor the policies enunciated or implied by
the Town Board, and
2. That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby grants Preliminary and Final Site Plan
Approval for the proposed site modifications to St. Catherine of Siena Church, Town of Ithaca
Tax Parcel No. 71 -1 -10, located at 302 St. Catherine Circle, Residence District R -15, as shown
on plans entitled "Landscape Plan, " (L 1) dated February 18, 2000, "Site Plan, " (A 1) dated
November 30, 1999 and revised January 17, 2000, and "Electrical Site Plan," (E1) dated
November 30, 1999 and revised January 17, 2000 prepared by Schickel Architecture, subject
to the follow conditions to be completed prior to issuance of any building permits:
a. Submission to and approval by the Town Engineer of appropriate sedimentation and
erosion control plans to be effective during and after construction,
b. submission of an original or mylar copy and two paper copies of the final site plan to be
retained by the Town of Ithaca.
AYES: Hoffmann, Conneman, Ainslie, Mitrano, Howe.
NAYS: None.
The MOTION was carried unanimously.
AGENDA ITEM: SEAR Determination, Renovation of Space at East Hill Plaza for Cornell
University Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Pine Tree Road /Ellis Hollow Road.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened this segment of the meeting at 8:22 p.m.
James Constantin, Cornell University Associate Architect, stated that they are looking to
renovate 4200 square feet of space. It is the former Cornell FingerLakes Credit Union space. They
would like to renovate it for use by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. It is primarily an
administrative function. They receive and distribute applications to candidates. This is a change of
use for the space. There will be a signage change over the doorway. There is no additional roof
topping going on.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked where the signage would be located.
Mr. Constantin stated that there is current signage on the building that indicates that the space
was utilized by CFCU. They would be changing the sign to indicate the Undergraduate Admissions.
Board Member Conneman asked if they were making any other renovations.
Mr. Constantin stated that they are making some minor changes outside the footprint. It is not
a change of use. There is an existing kitchen down the way that they were able to piggyback to this
project. They did not see it as being consequential to this application.
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Board Member Conneman asked if there was a sign shop in this area.
Mr. Constantin stated that it is an adjacent space.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she would like to have the site plan shown all the
spaces discussed.
Mr. Constantin stated that they were able to occupy the space of the former darkroom and use
it as part of this project.
Mr. Kanter asked if Mr. Constantin knew what occupied the adjacent spaces.
Mr. Constantin stated that the space to the left is the space occupied by Cornell for the
Environmental Compliance Office. To the rear of that space is the sign shop. To the right is a travel
group. There are also some Cornell Planning, Design and Construction offices for their computer
functions. Financial Affairs also occupy some space.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked what is the other small outlined rectangle.
Mr. Constantin stated that it is a custodial closet. It is about 9 square feet. Everything has
been designed to be ADA compliant.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that there is a staging area indicated on the plan.
Mr. Constantin stated that it is a temporary function that is required for construction. There is a
need to think ahead of time where materials might be dropped off or where a contractor might have
some temporary facilities. They do have a loading dock. Many of the deliveries can be brought up to
the door. It is a secure area.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if that is the loading area where mail will also be handled.
Mr. Constantin responded yes. It is one of the significant functions of the Admissions. They
have packages going out as well as coming in. It is in a significant volume. This is a very nice facility
for this function.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked where the loading dock is located.
Mr. Constantin stated that it is located on the side of the building. It is less than 100 feet to the
rear door of admissions. There is not a size increase of this office. They are trying to do it as
economically as possible. They are using the existing plumbing.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that it mentions that there will be 35 workstations. How
many employees are there?
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Mr. Constantin stated that there would be 35 employees. There are some temporary workers
that come and go. There would probably be less than 35 employees at one time when sick,
personnel, vacation and holiday time is factored in. There will always be a certain percentage out of
the office.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if there would be clients coming to this location.
Mr. Constantin responded that there is no transient traffic to speak of. This office is a back
office function. It is not a reception area for the University. It is where they receive their mailings and
prepare their mailings to go out. Students usually are not aware that it exists. Four stations are being
provided for minimal transient traffic throughout the year when there are reviews. Students do not
come to this office to drop off their submittals. In the future, it might be more of an electronic process.
The mail deliveries and mailings will be done electronically.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked where are the admission functions done now.
Mr. Constantin stated they are currently on Thurston Avenue. They are located in a former
sorority space. It is inadequate for the function that is performed. The building is not air - conditioned.
It is residential construction. It has not been conducive for the loads that they have. They do not
need to be right on campus. This location would be more suitable. This will be a great facility.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if all of the functions would move out of the Thurston
Avenue building into this space.
Mr. Constantin stated that there is also a reception area that will remain until the University is
able to find a suitable relocation space.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if this is the only facility that admissions has now or are
there other facilities.
Mr. Constantin responded that he does not know if there are other locations.
Peter Karp, Cornell University, stated that admissions also have operations in Day Hall. The
function for the East Hill Plaza is the stuffing of envelopes and brochures.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that one of the statements in a letter that came with the
short environmental assessment form was a description of the site and the number of workstations. It
does state that significant additional client traffic to this site is not anticipated. Is it something less
than significant?
Mr. Constantin stated that it is the four workstations that occasionally will be used by faculty.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann closed this segment of the meeting at 8:41 p.m.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -24 — SEQR Determination: Proposed Renovation of Former Cornell
FingerLakes Credit Union, 4,200 sq. ft. Interior Space at East Hill Plaza.
MOTION made by Tracy Mitrano, seconded by Rod Howe.
WHEREAS:
1. This action is Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed
renovation of 4,200 square feet of existing space at East Hill Plaza, located on Pine Tree and
Ellis Hollow Roads on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 62 -2- 1.121, Business District C. Cornell
University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions will use the space for administrative
processing of applications to the University and will accommodate +/- 35 workstations. Cornell
University, Owner /Applicant; James Constantin, Agent, and
2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board is legislatively
determined to act as Lead Agency in environmental review with respect to Site Plan Approval,
and
3. The Planning Board, on March 21, 2000, has reviewed and accepted as adequate a Short
Environmental Assessment Form Pt. I submitted by the applicant and a Part II prepared by the
Town Planning Department, a set of drawings entitled "East Hill Plaza Renovations and
including drawings entitled "Staging Plans "(SP101); "Furniture Plans "(A113); and "Interior
Elevations" (A601), all dated February 18, 2000 and prepared by Downing Barradas Magre
Architects, and other application materials, and.
4. The Town of Ithaca Planning Department has recommended that a negative determination of
environmental significance be made for the proposed action.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby makes a negative determination of environmental
significance in accordance with the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act for the above
referenced action as proposed and, therefore, neither a Long Environmental Assessment Form, nor
an Environmental Impact Statement will be required.
AYES: Hoffmann, Conneman, Ainslie, Mitrano, Howe.
NAYS: None.
The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed
renovation for 4,200 square feet of existing space at East Hill Plaza, located on Pine Tree and
Ellis Hollow Roads on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 62 -2- 1.121, Business District C. Cornell
University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions will use the space for administrative
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processing of applications to the University and will accommodate ± 35 workstations. Cornell
University, Owner /Applicant; James Constantin, Agent.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened the public hearing at 8:42 p.m., and asked if any members
of the public wished to be heard. With no persons present to be heard, Vice Chairperson Hoffmann
closed the public hearing at 8:43 p.m.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked what are the long -range plans for the available space at
East Hill Plaza.
Mr. Constantin responded that this group would not be expanding in the future. The available
square footage is market driven. There are studies being done if there are additional groups on
Central Campus that could be relocated here.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -25 - Preliminary & Final Site Plan Approval, Proposed Renovation of
Former Cornell FingerLakes Credit Union, 4,200 sq. ft. Interior Space at East Hill Plaza.
MOTION made by Rod Howe, seconded by Tracy Mitrano.
WHEREAS:
1. This action is Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed
renovation of 4,200 square feet of existing space at East Hill Plaza, located on Pine Tree and
Ellis Hollow Roads on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 62 -2- 1.121, Business District C. Cornell
University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions will use the space for administrative
processing of applications to the University and will accommodate +/- 35 workstations. Cornell
University, Owner /Applicant; James Constantin, Agent, and
2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency
in environmental review with respect to Site Plan Approval, did on March 21, 2000 make a
negative determination of environmental significance, and
3. The Planning Board, at a public hearing on March 21, 2000, has reviewed and accepted as
adequate a set of drawings entitled "East Hill Plaza Renovations" and including drawings
entitled "Staging Plans "(SP101); "Furniture Plans "(A113); and 'Interior Elevations" (A601), all
dated February 18, 2000 and prepared by Downing Barradas Magre Architects, and other
application materials.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby waives certain requirements for Preliminary
and Final Site Plan Approval, as shown on the Preliminary and Final Site Plan checklists,
having determined from the materials presented that such waiver will result in neither a
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significant alteration of the purpose of site plan control nor the policies enunciated or implied by
the Town Board, and
2. That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby grants Preliminary and Final Site Plan
Approval for the renovation of 4,200 square feet of existing space at East Hill Plaza, located on
Pine Tree and Ellis Hollow Roads on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 62 -2- 1.121, Business
District C, as shown in a submission entitled "East Hill Plaza Renovations" and including
drawings entitled "Staging Plans "(SP101); "Furniture Plans "(A113); and "Interior Elevations"
(A601), all dated February 18, 2000 and prepared by Downing Barradas Magre Architects, and
other application materials, subject to the following conditions to be met prior to the issuance of
a building permit:
a. submission of construction details of all proposed improvements, including proposed new sign,
and detailed sizing and final material specifications of all improvements, required as part of the
building permit application;
b. submission of record of application for and approval status of all necessary permits, if any,
from all relevant county, state and federal agencies;
C. submission of an original or mylar copy of the final site plan to be retained by the Town of
Ithaca.
AYES: Hoffmann, Conneman, Ainslie, Mitrano, Howe.
NAYS: None.
The MOTION was carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with
respect to a request for Special Approval per Article XIII, Section 70 of the Town of Ithaca
Zoning Ordinance to allow the proposed excavation of more than 2,500 cubic yards of gravel
and sand per year from Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 27 -1 -14.2, located on Mecklenburg Road
(NYS Route 79), AG Agricultural District. The proposal is to excavate 90,000 ± cubic yards
from 4.8 ± acre portion of the 93 ± farm parcel, which includes a reclamation plan to return the
area to agricultural use when the mining is complete. Alfred C. Eddy, Owner /Applicant.
Brayton Foster, Trumansburg, stated that he prepared the mining permit application. It will be
submitted to New York State Department of Environmental Conservation once they have Town of
Ithaca approval on the project.
This is a simple mining permit application to mine approximately 90,000 yards of material from
the 4.8 -acre site. The mine site is presently used for farming operations. It is a simple permit. There
is no impact on ground water. There are no environmentally sensitive areas. They are impacting
active farmland. The proposal is to remove two small knolls. They are gravel on the surface. In dry
years crops do not grow well. This is a temporary disturbance. They have proposed mining over a 7-
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year period. There are advantages of doing it quicker because of the State permit fees. It would be
returned to agricultural. There would be a buffer of vegetation surrounding the site.
The mining would start in the middle of the area. It would be at the location where the access
road reaches the mining site. They would mine uphill from there. The reason is that any erosion or
stormwater that accumulates during mining will be retained on -site. The western end of the site
would be reclaimed before work starts on the eastern end. The idea is to make this a minor project to
prevent any type of off -site sedimentation or erosion. The operations are more than 300 feet from the
closest property line. The closest property line is to the north. It is wooded. There are only two
neighbors along Route 79 that could see any portion of the operations. Both neighbors have
indicated that they have no objections. The mining applicant is also the landowner. It is an incentive
on their part not to make a mess. The expectation is that in the dry years the crops would be better
after the mining than before.
Board Member Ainslie asked what would be the condition of the subsoil after it goes back into
agricultural use.
Mr. Foster stated that there is very little subsoil there now. They dug test pits. The lower part
of the site had pumpkins on it last summer. There is gravel essentially on the surface. They dug one
test pit 10 years ago in the upper portion of the site. Below there he does not think you can recognize
subsoil. There has been enough erosion that they are dealing with very minimal soil.
Board Member Ainslie asked if it would be productive.
Mr. Foster responded yes. The expectation is that there is glacial till underneath. They are not
going to scrape it down to the till and leave nothing.
Board Member Ainslie asked what is the depth to rock.
Mr. Foster stated that it is about 40 feet. He does not have any borings to confirm it. He did
not walk down into the stream to the north.
Board Member Ainslie asked if it started out as a Howard gravely yard.
Mr. Foster stated that the site is 100% Howard soil.
Board Member Mitrano asked what does that mean.
Board Member Ainslie responded that it is some of the only class 1 soil in the County.
Mr. Foster stated that it has excellent internal drainage.
Board Member Ainslie stated that this site has too much drainage.
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Mr. Foster stated that this past year was extremely dry. The crops did not do well. It needs to
be recharged on a regular basis.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if they have checked the entire property so that they know
that the gravel is only in this section.
Mr. Foster stated that they dug test pits on the knoll toward the pond. It was fine sand
material.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that the additional knoll is located between the pond and
the site being excavated.
She said it was interesting to visit the site. This does not seem to be a bad project. There are
enough controls by the State so it is not likely to cause damage. The area will be returned to
agricultural use.
Ms. Ritter stated that the Environmental Review Committee felt favorable towards the project.
They felt that the land was already disturbed. It is in a remote site. There are enough controls and
considerations for stormwater runoff. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
has oversight on the project. They felt that it returning to agriculture is a benefit. They did not have
many problems.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that the Planning Board's function is quite limited. They are
only making a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. There were a few things that were
possible problems. One has to do with traffic on Mecklenburg Road and the sight distances.
Ms. Ritter stated that there is a farm road that will be coming out on Mecklenburg Road. The
sight to the east is fine. There is a rise to the west. Staff did a site visit. They measured the sight
distance of where there is trouble. According to the traffic - engineering book, you are supposed to be
able to see 450 feet. They were able to measure beyond 450 feet. The applicant does need to
contact DOT. There might need to be a curb cut permit and have signage. It would be an
improvement if the road were to be raised up level to Mecklenburg Road.
Mr. Foster stated that he thinks that DOT will specify commercial access.
Board Member Mitrano asked what is the speed limit.
Ms. Ritter responded that it is 55 mph.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened the public hearing at 8:59 p.m., and asked if any members
of the public wished to be heard. Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she would leave the pubic
hearing open in case there is somebody that would like to comment on the project.
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Board Member Ainslie stated that he thinks that the traffic will be minimal. There might be 3 or
4 trucks a day. Over a 7 -year period it is very minimal.
Mr. Foster stated that they are not going to mine the entire site in one summer. They are
going to be dealing with contractors that only have 2 or 3 trucks.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked how many truckloads would it take to remove 90,000 cubic
yards of gravel.
Ms. Ritter stated that if you were to use a two -axle truck with a capacity of 12 cubic yards, it
would require 7,500 truckloads. If that is divided over 5 years, using 8 month working periods, 5
working days, it came out to 9 trucks per day. If they were able to mine all of it in one year for 8
months, it would be 45 trucks per day and 5.6 trucks per hour.
Board Member Howe asked if there are any concerns that are mentioned in Jim Hanson's
letter that the board should be concerned about.
Ms. Ritter stated that the Tompkins County Department of Planning brought up traffic. They
did check the traffic. Staff responded to the letter with some of their findings that they did go out and
measured that it did meet the traffic standards. Item 3 states that County Planning staff recommends
that the final proposal indicates that the operation terminate after reaching a maximum number of
years. This is addressed in the resolution. The letter also indicated a need for sediment control.
Mr. Walker stated that the sediment and erosion plan that has been proposed is more than
adequate for this site. To the north of the site there is an active stream. It was almost dry a few
weeks ago. There is a swale that had no water running in it a few weeks ago. The water would have
to run uphill to get to the streams. The drainage pattern will be almost directly to the east. The area
below is well vegetated. As long as the buffer is maintained there should not be any problems.
Board Member Ainslie asked if they would be clearing any topsoil.
Mr. Foster stated that they are going to strip anything that looks like topsoil. The upper portion
of the site is in hay. There is no obvious difference in the appearance on the knoll as opposed to off
the knoll. The expectation is about a foot of topsoil at that point.
Board Member Ainslie asked if it would be stockpiled to spread back on the site when the
excavation was complete.
Mr. Foster responded that is correct.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann closed the public hearing at 9:06 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000 -26 - Marshall Pit Excavation: A Report to the Zoning Board of Appeals
regarding Special Approval.
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MOTION made by George Conneman, seconded by James Ainslie.
WHEREAS:
1. This action is the Consideration of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with
respect to a request for Special Approval for the proposed excavation of fill material not to
exceed 90,000 cubic yards on portions of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 27. -1 -14.2. Project
area is located on the north side of Mecklenburg Road, NYS Route 79, approximately 1400
feet from Mecklenburg Rd., Agricultural District, Alfred C. Eddy Owner /Applicant; Brayton P
Foster, Consulting Geologist, and
2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals will act as
Lead Agency, in environmental review, and
3. The Planning Board, at a Public Hearing on March 21, 2000, has reviewed and accepted as
adequate a Short Environmental Assessment Form Part I submitted by the applicant and a
Part II prepared by the Town of Ithaca, maps entitled "Mining Plan and Base Map" dated
113100 and 'Reclamation Plan" dated 113100, a NYSDEC Division of Mineral Resources Mining
Permit Application, dated 112412000, and other application materials.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
1. That the Planning Board in making a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals,
determines the following:
a. there is a need for the proposed use in the proposed location, as demonstrated by the
applicant;
b. the existing and probable future character of the neighborhood will not be adversely
affected as a result of the proposed project;
C. the proposed use as a result of the proposed project is not in conflict with a
comprehensive plan of development for the Town of Ithaca.
2. That the Planning Board reports to the Zoning Board of Appeals its recommendation that the
aforementioned request for Special Approval be approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. Upon issuance by the NYS DEC, the applicant shall submit to the Town of Ithaca
Planning Department a copy of the NYS DEC Mined Land Reclamation Permit allowing
operation of the Marshall Pit Excavation project.
b. That sediment and erosion control, and dust control methods in compliance with New
York State Department of Environmental Conservation guidelines for controlling erosion,
siltation and pollution to all waterbodies and wetlands and as approved by the Town
Engineer, be practiced throughout each phase of the proposed project.
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C. That the proposed Town of Ithaca special approval and permit expire after a period of
seven years from the date of the approval by the Zoning board of Appeals.
d. That the applicant contact NYS Department of Transportation and obtain any necessary
DOT permits for the project. The applicant shall submit to the Town of Ithaca Planning
Department a copy of any DOT permits obtained.
e. That the volume of material to be excavated from the site shall not exceed 90,000 cubic
yards.
f. That no processing of the material, other than some minor screening as proposed by
the applicant, be allowed.
AYES: Hoffmann, Conneman, Ainslie, Mitrano, Howe.
NAYS: None.
The MOTION was carried unanimously.
AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of a Sketch Plan for the proposed expansion of the James A.
Baker Institute for Animal Health at Cornell University, located on Hungerford Hill Road on
Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 61 -1 -7, Residence District R -30. The proposed expansion will
include 52,000 ± square feet of new space that will include a new building with three floors of
new laboratories and a sub - basement floor with a facility for experimental animals, an atrium
connecting the new building with the existing main Institute laboratory building, and a new
addition containing a 100 seat lecture theater. Modifications to parking lots and walkways are
also proposed. In addition, old laboratories in the existing main building would be renovated
for future laboratory use, and other recovered space would be used for library holdings,
meeting rooms and offices. Cornell University, Owner /Applicant; T.G. Miller, P.C., Agent.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann opened this segment of the meeting at 9:07 p.m.
Jim Pung, Cornell University Architect & Project Manager, stated that this is the sketch plan
review for the James A. Baker Institute located on Hungerford Hill. This is a building that contains the
research of infectious diseases in genetics and development in animals.
Doug Antczak, Baker Institute, stated that he would like to make a slide presentation to the
board of the site.
The Baker Institute was founded in 1950. The Institute was put on Hungerford Hill because it was
originally used for isolation of animals that were used for infectious disease research. It was famous
worldwide for the production of vaccines against virus diseases of dogs. They have almost
eliminated most of the infectious diseases of dogs today.
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The second area of research at the Institute is in genetics and developmental biology. This
program was started about 10 years ago. The research at the Institute is designed to better handle
health. They have had a staff of about 100 for the past 9 years in buildings that were built over a 50-
year period. The last major expansion was in 1968. The research has changed over the last 20
years. The laboratories that they are in are inadequate for the type of the research that they are now
doing. The size of the number of groups has increased over the years. It now holds 7 or 8 people
instead of the 2 or 3 it was designed for.
The Institute has hired an architectural firm out of Baltimore, Gaudreau and Associates, to
make an evaluation of the site and see if it was possible to renovate the existing buildings. They
found that it could not be done very easily. A design was developed for an addition. It would be a
new wing to the main building. The wing would house modern new laboratories that are about the
size of other laboratories on Cornell Campus. It is not an expansion of numbers of people. It is an
expansion of the size of the square footage that each primary investigator has for their work.
Mr. Antczak presented slides of the site to the board.
The main functions of the Institute are to research animal health and comparative medicine
and to gain a site for advanced training in veterinary science. In the past 50 years, 7 of their
graduates have become Deans of Veterinary Colleges around the world. Two have become
University Presidents.
In the late 1970s a new viral disease of dogs appeared. The Institute was the site where this
virus was first isolated and a vaccine was made. The vaccine is one of the most successful vaccines
used in veterinary medicine or in human medicine worldwide. The Institute has had many other
successes in that regard.
The Institute has about 15 buildings. It includes an old farmhouse built in the late 1800s. The
barn was renovated in the 1980s. The renovation won them an award from Historic Ithaca for historic
preservation. The microbiology wing is the newest building. It was built in 1968. They are proposing
to put an addition to the left hand side of that wing.
Bill Gaudreau, Gaudreau and Associates, explained the location of the addition in relation to
the existing buildings using the slides.
David Herrick, T.G. Miller, stated that the environmental issues have been addressed by staff.
They are the issues that they expected to come up as issues. There has been some discussion
about traffic and impacts on the transportation network. This project will remove 18 or 19 parking
spaces that are perpendicular to Hungerford Hill Road. They are going to be incorporated into the
new parking area. The total parking space count only increases by 2 parking spaces.
The new parking does have impacts to storm water runoff. Hungerford Hill does have some
unique runoff characteristics. They are in the process of identifying the problems downstream. They
are looking to mitigate water quality and quantity problems.
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This site is secluded. There is a smoke stack at the site that might help be a guide to what the
additional stories of the expansion will be in contrast to.
Board Member Mitrano asked how long they anticipated construction to be.
Mr. Pung responded that it may take between 15 to 22 months.
Board Member Mitrano asked when they would like to begin construction.
Mr. Pung stated that they are not sure at the moment. They are working through some issues
through the month of April. They need to present the project to Cornell Administration. They are
hoping for later this year or early next year. It is too early to know.
Board Member Mitrano asked how much of the money is secured.
Mr. Antczak responded that they have about half of the money.
Board Member Conneman asked if there are any traffic concerns.
Mr. Herrick stated that the expectation at this point is that they are not adding bodies to this
portion of the campus. They are shifting and reorganizing space that is already existing on the site.
There is a slight increase in parking.
Board Member Conneman stated that there is the 100 -seat Lecture Theater.
Mr. Antczak responded that the lecture theater will be used primarily for their in -house weekly
seminar series. They have about 100 people on staff. The current room is not very large. They are
unable to fit everyone in the room. They do not expect it to be a major site for activity.
Board Member Mitrano stated that Hungerford Hill Road comes off Ellis Hollow Road. Does it
cross over with another road?
Mr. Herrick responded that it connects with Snyder Hill Road.
Board Member Mitrano asked for whom is the Institute named.
Mr. Antczak responded that it is named after the founding director. He started the Institute in
1950. He was a veterinarian from Louisiana. When he finished his Ph.D., he went to the Rockefeller
Institute in New Jersey. It is very famous for medical research. He learned the value of medical
research and how it can help human medicine. Mr. Baker realized there were not institutes of that
type in veterinary medicine. He was also involved in protecting against biological warfare during
WWII. Mr. Baker came up to Cornell University with the herd of cattle from the Rockefeller Institute.
The herd was pathogen free Jersey cows that lived on Snyder Hill for many years. He started the first
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institute for infectious disease research in veterinary medicine. It was an immediate success. The
institute was named after him following his death in 1975.
Board Member Howe asked if they held an information night for the neighborhood the week
before. Was there a lot of community involvement?
Mr. Antczak responded that Vice Chairperson Hoffmann was present.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that it was a very small turnout. There was freezing rain
that night, and some people might not have known about it.
Mr. Antczak stated that they are planning to hold more neighborhood meetings.
Board Member Mitrano stated that she drives by the Institute frequently. Once the theater and
other buildings are constructed, will it be visible from Ellis Hollow Road? It is not visible now.
Mr. Antczak replied that she would not be able to see the new construction from Ellis Hollow
Road. She would need to be on Hungerford Hill Road coming from Snyder Hill Road to see the new
addition.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that the building can be seen from areas on Snyder Hill
Road. Some residents from Snyder Hill Road might be able to see it as well. Vice Chairperson
Hoffmann stated that she can also glimpse it through the trees from her house on Sugarbush Lane.
She is able to see the lights at night and the reflection of the sun setting in the windows.
Mr. Kanter stated that the topography of the hill is interesting because there is the first part of
the hill from Pine Tree Road that comes up and blocks the view. He could not see any of the
buildings from Pine Tree Road or Ellis Hollow Road. There are some glimpses of it from Snyder Hill
Road and Dove Drive. This section of the hill cannot be seen from West Hill. If it is, it would be a
very distant view. Looking out from the Institute you are able to see some of the surrounding hillside
of South Hill.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she drove around South Hill to see what could be
seen. She could see pieces of the building from King Road, Troy Road, Northview Road, and
Coddington Road.
Board Member Ainslie stated that he has a little problem with views because if you do not want
things sprawled out then they need to be vertical. There needs to be a trade -off.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that it would be nice to do studies to see how much of the
building would be seen from various locations. Some of the surfaces of the building might be of
reflective material. This could be very visible. It is important to look into where it can be seen. She is
also concerned about the drainage. A number of people at the informational meeting were concerned
about drainage.
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Mr. Walker stated that there are concerns about drainage off the hill. It does slope and there is
accumulation of water. There is going to have to be some significant analysis. There is a fair amount
of space for solutions. The project might also correct some of the problems that exist. Snyder Hill
Road has a lot of water running down it from the Dove Drive area and some of the other sections.
There is a lot of analysis to be done.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she feels that her backyard has become wetter over
the years. She is concerned that it might become even wetter. She would like to see it improved.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated the projection of the building that comes out most to the
west is described as a mechanical room. What is the mechanical room?
Mr. Antczak stated that the building is very low. If there is a height to the building it is the
perimeter.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if there is any equipment in the mechanical room that will
generate noise.
Mr. Gaudreau stated that there will be no noise generated.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if there would be exhaust systems on the roof.
Mr. Gaudreau stated that there will be an exhaust system on the roof. At this stage, they do
not have a detailed level of explanation or a description of the mechanical system. It is not known
how the system will be designed.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she would like to know what will come out of the
exhaust system.
Mr. Gaudreau stated that air will come out of the exhaust system.
Mr. Antczak stated that they do not plan any changes in activities. It is nothing different from
the exhaust there is now. They do work with infectious agents and they are all contained in
containment hoods with small filters. The filters filter out all infectious agents before they are passed
through the air. The exhaust that comes out of the hoods is only air.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if they could be sure it is only air. Does the system ever
malfunction?
Mr. Antczak stated that he is not sure it can be known for sure. The lab has been inspected
every year. It has always passed inspections. They have received gold stars from the environmental
groups that inspect the labs.
Attorney Barney asked who does the inspections.
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Mr. Antczak responded that Environmental Health and Safety at Cornell performs the yearly
inspections. The animal facilities are inspected by national groups. The Environmental Protection
Agency also inspects the labs. They are not trying to create a dangerous situation for the
neighborhood.
Attorney Barney stated that no one is suggesting that they are trying to do anything.
Mr. Antczak responded that they are subject to all the rules that the rest of the University is
subject to.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that the chimney on the existing building is quite old.
Mr. Antczak stated that it is an old incinerator and has not been used in decades.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if the chimney will remain.
Mr. Antczak responded that they had not thought about taking it down, but they can.
Mr. Pung stated that there is a balance between negative and positive airflow within the
laboratories that the room air and other air combine in the ceiling. One could not do that if there was
any kind of nasty materials in the room. They are going to do a clean air screening with the Office of
Environmental Compliance.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if someone could talk about the surfaces of the building
being reflective.
Mr. Pung stated that they do not know. They need to research it within the upcoming month.
What is being shown at the moment is only a suggestion. There are a lot of design issues to be
discussed.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she is confused about who owns and who controls
what lands in the area. If there are drainage problems away from the land that is immediately under
the Baker Institute's control, how is it dealt with?
Mr. Pung stated that they have building concerns with runoff water and parking. There are
certain procedures they have to follow for retaining the water if necessary. With the help of T.G.
Miller and the Cornell Office of Environmental Compliance the storm water management plan can and
will be developed. Part 2 of the discussion is what other problems might exist. He is unable to
answer at this time.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she would like them to look into it and come back with
something that is easier to understand.
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Attorney Barney stated that he does not understand what Vice Chairperson Hoffmann is
asking for.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that if there are drainage problems that already exist on the
Vet College Lab, but not on the piece of the land that is owned by the Baker Institute. The runoff
comes from the Baker Institute onto that land and then onto other land. In such a case it is very
confusing how one could fix a drainage problem that is troubling already.
Mr. Kanter stated that Town staff will be looking at this situation as a Cornell site and project.
The overall parcel is owned by Cornell except for a small internal piece.
Mr. Walker stated that his staff will be looking at the drainage on the entire hill and the impacts.
There has been some work done on Pine Tree Road when they rebuilt Pine Tree Road. A lot of the
drainage was put underground. They have identified some problem areas along Snyder Hill Road.
They are fairly deep and there are some problem areas. There are some areas where they could do
some improvements to the drainage.
Board Member Mitrano asked Vice Chairperson Hoffmann for her thoughts. Where does the
water go that is of most concern to her?
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that it drains straight down.
Board Member Conneman stated that Cornell University is responsible for looking at the
drainage problem on Cornell land.
Attorney Barney stated that the issue is going to be if this project is controlled in a way so that
does not affect anything else. In the course of controlling it, if there can be general improvements
that is what they are going to be looking at.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she recently noticed a new electric fence in an area
which she does not believe belongs to the Cornell University. Horses have clearly been on this land.
It looks like an encroachment on the land owned by her neighbors, John and Audrey Lowe. It is
something that needs to be cleared up.
In the text that they received, it talks about 2 buildings that will be vacated as a result of
building the new building and moving people and projects into the new building. Two possible new
uses for the vacated buildings would be storage or an experimental animal facility.
Mr. Antczak stated Vice Chairperson Hoffmann is referring to the Labrador Kennel /Garage and
the Center for Canine Genetics. Twenty percent of the scientists are located in the Center for Canine
Genetics. It is a distance from the main building. There is a lot of duplication of facilities that they
would like to eliminate. The building was initially built for housing specific pathogen free cattle. It was
remodeled to be a laboratory building. It is possible to turn it back into a facility for animals. It could
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also be used for storage. The Labrador Kennel will be incorporated into the ground floor of the
proposed new building. The existing building will be used for storage and large freezers.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked what would be stored in the freezers.
Mr. Antczak responded that they would store biological samples.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that she remembers a description of various ways of
containing things that might be infectious in case of an accident. Would the building be upgraded so
that it would be safe even in the case of a power failure?
Mr. Antczak stated that if the power goes out they could lose up to $100,000 worth of materials
and 20 years worth of work. They have back -up systems in order to maintain power. It is very
important.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if the other building would be used for experimental
animals.
Mr. Antczak stated that it might be used as a breeding facility of animals that are kept
extremely clean. They will not have any infectious disease. They are protecting the animals from the
environment rather than the environment from the animals.
Board Member Mitrano stated that she does not share a hypersensitive concern to
contamination. They do happen. It would be helpful to the board to have an outlined list of the
various protections that the research program must undergo routinely.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann closed this segment of the meeting at 9:55 p.m.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Mr. Kanter stated that he sent the board a copy of a letter dated October 15, 1999 from
Caroline Hoyt of Cornell Finance in regard to the condition that the Town required in conjunction of
the Burger King approval. It had to deal with snow removal from the East Hill Plaza parking lot. He
looked at the area that they have been piling snow in the parking lot. It looked as if they used about
15 to 20 parking spaces. The letter did not commit to removing all snow from the parking lot. It
identified areas that they would take it to if they felt it was necessary to remove the snow.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that this was not the intent of the board when they had
discussed this.
Board Member Ainslie stated that he understood that the snow would be trucked away. He
thinks that the Town needs to keep after them.
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Mr. Kanter stated that the Carpet Warehouse space and the CFCU space have been vacated.
They probably figured that they did not need the additional parking spaces.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked how they could get Cornell University to remove the snow.
Would Mr. Frost send a letter?
Attorney Barney responded yes. Mr. Frost is the Code Enforcement Officer. If there is a
violation of a condition or Town requirement, the first step is a letter from him advising them of the
violation. If it fails after 2 or 3 attempts, then the Attorney for the Town sends a letter. If that fails, it
goes before the Town Board to seek authorization to bring action against them.
Mr. Kanter stated that the Town could send a letter stating that the Town noticed the snow and
that they would not like it to happen again.
Board Member Conneman asked if they have solved the problem with the 99 -year lease.
Attorney Barney stated that at the moment the house is not being moved. It was delegated to
Mr. Kanter and Attorney Barney to approve the modifications of the lease. The issue generated a lot
of discussion at the Town Board level. They were extremely upset about the discrepancy. He
received a letter from Ms. Egan outlining the process of their 99 -year lease program. The form that
she had given the Town is the same that they give everyone. Attorney Barney stated that his
problem is that when you talk about a 99 -year lease his expectation is that the lease is for 99 years.
The landlord does not have the right to say he would like it back after 7 years.
Vice Chairperson Hoffmann asked if the board remembers if they asked P &C to put matching
siding on the back of the extension. It is currently gray concrete blocks. It looks horrible and
unfinished.
Mr. Kanter stated that he knows the question came up and he knows that Mr. Frost looked into
it. He determined that the plans were being followed correctly. It might have been a detail that was
overlooked.
Board Member Conneman asked where they stand with requiring P &C to have stop signs.
Attorney Barney stated that the law is that the Town cannot impose a requirement of stop
signs. If the owner of the property requests the Town to require a stop sign, then the Town may do
so. It takes the owner of the property to ask for it. In this circumstance he is a little uncomfortable
compelling the applicant to ask the Town to ask for stop signs so that the Town can compel them to
put a stop sign there. They have not been required to put the stop sign up.
Board Member Conneman stated that people have asked where the stop signs are.
Attorney Barney stated that he does not understand why P &C is objecting to it. It works well at
the P &C at the Cayuga Mall.
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Vice Chairperson Hoffmann stated that there was a stop sign there for a while. Then it was
removed. People do not realize the stop sign has been removed and walk out in front of cars.
Mr. Kanter stated that he was exiting out of the P &C exit onto Pine Tree Road. A lady chose
to turn into the Plaza through the exit isle. It is not a perfect intersection.
Board Member Ainslie stated that at Plant Breeding, one person will go to Burger King and get
orders for everyone in the office. Only one car goes to Burger King for everyone. He has not seen
cars lined up. It has not caused the problem that some thought it would.
Board Member Conneman stated that Burger King is not that noticeable.
Board Member Hoffmann stated that she does not understand why they have to put up a new
utility pole.
Mr. Kanter stated that it was something that NYSEG required of Burger King. There was a
pole nearby there.
AGENDA ITEM: ADJOURNMENT:
Upon MOTION, Vice Chairperson Hoffmann declared the March 21, 2000 meeting of Town of
Ithaca Planning Board duly adjourned at 10:09 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
Carrie L. Coates,
Deputy Town Clerk.
TOWN OF ITHACA PLANNING BOARD
126 East Seneca Street
Ithaca,New York 14850
Tuesday,March 21,2000
AGENDA
7:30 P.M. Persons to be heard(no more than five minutes).
7:35 P.M. SEQR Determination,Longview—Addition of Light Pole and Lamp, I Bella Vista Drive.
7:40 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING:Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the
proposed addition of one lamp and pole at Longview,an Ithacare Community,located at 1 Bella
Vista Drive off of Danby Road(Rt.96B),on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No.39-1-1.31,Special
Land Use District No.7. The new lamp and pole will be located near the intersection of Danby
Road and the entrance to Longview. Ithacare Center Service Company,Owner/Applicant;Mark
A.Macera,Agent.
7:45 P.M. SEQR Determination,St.Catherine of Siena Church—Site Plan Modifications,302 St.Catherine
Circle.
7:50 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING:Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval and a
Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding Special Approval for proposed site
modifications to St.Catherine of Siena Church,located at 302 St.Catherine Circle on Town of
Ithaca Tax Parcel No.71-1-10,Residence District R-15. Said modifications include repaving the
existing parking lots and drives and the addition of 41 new parking spaces,replacement of
existing sidewalks,curbs and steps,replacement of existing site lighting and addition of lighting,
and changes to the landscaping around the parking area. St.Catherine of Siena Church,
Owner/Applicant;Thomas Schickel,Schickel Architecture,Agent.
8:05 P.M. SEQR Determination,Renovation of Space at East Hill Plaza for Cornell University Office of
Undergraduate Admissions,Pine Tree Road/Ellis Hollow Road.
8:10 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING:Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the
proposed renovation of 4,200 square feet of existing space at East Hill Plaza,located on Pine Tree
and Ellis Hollow Roads on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No.62-2-1.121,Business District C.
Cornell University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions will use the space for administrative
processing of applications to the University and will accommodate+/-35 work stations. Cornell
University,Owner/Applicant;James Constantin,Agent.
8:25 P.M. PUBLIC NEARING:Consideration of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with
respect to a request for Special Approval per Article XIII,Section 70 of the Town of Ithaca
Zoning Ordinance to allow the proposed excavation of more than 2,500 cubic yards of gravel and
sand per year from Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No.27-1-14.2,located on Mecklenburg Road
(N.Y.S.Route 79),AG Agricultural District. The proposal is to excavate 90,000+/-cubic yards
from a 4.8+/-acre portion of the 93+/-acre farm parcel,which includes a reclamation plan to
return the area to agricultural use when the mining is complete. Alfred C.Eddy,
Owner/Applicant.
8:55 P.M. Consideration of a Sketch Plan for the proposed expansion of the James A.Baker Institute for
Animal Health at Cornell University,located on Hungerford Hill Road on Town of Ithaca Tax
Parcel No.61-1-7,Residence District R-30. The proposed expansion will include 52,000+/-
square feet of new space that will include a new building with three floors of new laboratories
and a sub-basement floor with a facility for experimental animals,an atrium connecting the new
building with the existing main Institute laboratory building,and a new addition containing a 100
seat lecture theater. Modifications to the parking lots and walkways are also proposed. In
addition,old laboratories in the existing main building would be renovated for future laboratory
use,and other recovered space would be used for library holdings,meeting rooms and offices.
Cornell University.Owner/Applicant;T.G.Miller,P.C.,Agent.
10. Persons to be heard(continued from beginning of meeting if necessary).
L Approval of Minutes: (None available at time of mai lout).
12. Other Business.
13. Adjournment,
Jonathan Kanter,AICP
Director of Planning
273-1747
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TOWN OF ITHACA PLANNING BOARD
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
Tuesday,March 21,2000
By direction of the Chairperson of the Planning Board,NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be
held by the Planning Board of the Town of Ithaca on Tuesday,March 21,2000,at 126 East Seneca Street,Ithaca,N.Y.,
at the following times and on the following matters:
7:40 P.M. Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed addition of one lamp
and pole at Longview,an Ithacare Community,located at 1 Bella Vista Drive off of Danby Road
(Rt,96B),on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No.39-1-1.31,Special Land Use District No.7. The new
lamp and pole will be located near the intersection of Danby Road and the entrance to Longview.
Ithacare Center Service Company,Owner/Applicant;Mark A.Macera,Agent.
7:50 P.M. Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval and a Recommendation to the Zoning
Board of Appeals regarding Special Approval for proposed site modifications to St. Catherine of
Siena Church, located at 302 St. Catherine Circle on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 71-1-10,
Residence District R-15. Said modifications include repaving the existing parking lots and drives
and the addition of 41 new parking spaces, replacement of existing sidewalks, curbs and steps,
replacement of existing site lighting and addition of lighting, and changes to the landscaping
around the parking area. St. Catherine of Siena Church, Owner/Applicant; Thomas Schickel,
Schickel Architecture,Agent.
8:10 P.M. Consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed renovation of 4,200
square feet of existing space at East Hill Plaza,located on Pine Tree and Ellis Hollow Roads on
Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 62-2-1.121, Business District C. Cornell University's Office of
Undergraduate Admissions will use the space for administrative processing of applications to the
University and will accommodate +/- 35 work stations. Cornell University, Owner/Applicant;
James Constantin,Agent.
8:25 P.M. Consideration of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with respect to a request for
Special Approval per Article XIII,Section 70 of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance to allow the
proposed excavation of more than 2,500 cubic yards of gravel and sand per year from Town of
Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 27-1-14.2, located on Mecklenburg Road (N.Y.S. Route 79), AG
Agricultural District. The proposal is to excavate 90,000 +/- cubic yards from a 4.8 +/- acre
portion of the 93 +/- acre farm parcel, which includes a reclamation plan to return the area to
agricultural use when the mining is complete. Alfred C.Eddy,Owner/Applicant.
Said Planning Board will at said times and said place hear all persons in support of such matters or objections thereto.
Persons may appear by agent or in person. Individuals with visual impairments,hearing impairments or other special
needs, will be provided with assistance as necessary, upon request. Persons desiring assistance must make such a
request not less than 48 hours prior to the time of the public hearings.
Jonathan Kanter,AICP
Director of Planning
273-1747
Dated:Monday,March 13,2000
Publish:Wednesday,March 15,2000
The Ithaca Journal
Wednesday, March 15,2000
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