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TOMPKINS COUNTY
NEW YORK
HARRY A KERR, Chairman
Newfield, N Y
PHYLLIS B. HOWELL, Clerk
Lansing, N Y
DEDICATION
OF
1975
PROCEEDINGS
TO
FORMER TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
BOARD OF MANAGERS
The Tompkins County Board of Representatives wishes to
commend the following members of the former Tompkins County
Board of Managers Col Richard Comstock, Douglas Brown, Helen
Hoefer, David Martin, Clifford Northrup, Morris Garmise, Lawrence
Siany, Thomas G 1\Iil1er, and all those serving throughout the
hospital history who have held the care of the sick and the infirm
of Tompkins County uppermost in their minds, diligently striving to
ever improve the health facilities for the benefit of the community
Top Row, left to right—Erie J Miller, Jr, Towns of Caroline, Danby, Herbert Haight, Town of Ulysses, James E Kidney, Town of Dry-
den, Harris B Dates, Town of Lansing, Robert I Watros, Town of Dryden, Claude W Holden, Town of Groton, Harry A Kerr, Towns of
Enfield, Newfield, Bryant Robey, District No 5, City of Ithaca, Hugh S MacNeil, Town of Ithaca, Donald J Culligan, District No 2, City
of Ithaca, Louis R Webster, District No 3, City of Ithaca, John C Clynes, District No 1, City of Ithaca, Roger A Morse, Town of Ithaca;
Robert I Williamson, County Attorney
Bottom Row, left to right—Kathryn Dimmick, Deputy Clerk, Beverly E Livesay, Town of Ithaca, Phyllis B Howell, Clerk, Sandra L Bab-
cock, Stenographer, LeGrace G Benson, District No 4, City of Ithaca
IN MEMORY
MICHAEL J LEARY
In the history of Tompkins County Government numerous Supervisors and
Legislators have served here One truly outstanding public servant was Michael
Leary He served here with a style and quality that should always be emu-
lated He was a statesman of the first order and his standards for achievement
were excellence, excellence, and excellence
Mike was proud of the Ithaca College property acquisition under his com-
mittee chairmanship This accomplishment to him represented a long term,
positive county action His personal efforts to floodlight this beautiful building
(Court House) in the evening hours was one of deep pride for him The
installation of air-conditioning was a long sought goal by Mike in behalf of
the employees in this complex
Mike's charm, sense of humor, impeccable appearance and daily rounds
to the various stations in this Court House shall be deeply missed, but never
forgotten To have known him and to have served with him was a distinct
privilege
Excerpts from Assemblyman Gary A Lee's statement on October 13, 1975
presenting the Neu) York State Flag in Memory of Michael J Leary
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1975 PROCEEDINGS
Board of
REPRESENTATIVES
TOMPKINS COUNTY
NEW YORK
HARRY A. KERR, Chairman
Newfield, N Y
PHYLLIS B. HOWELL, Clerk
Lansing, N Y
State of New York
County of Tompkins
Board of Representatives
ss
In pursuance of the authority conferred by Section 19 of the County
Law, we each for ourself, do hereby certify that the copy of the Pro-
ceedings of this Board of Representatives of the County of Tomp-
kins, New York, for the year 1975, contained in this volume is true
and correct
HARRY A KERR
Chairman of Board of Representatives
PHYLLIS B. HOWELL,
Clerk of Board of Representatives
January 6, 1975 3
ORGANIZATION MEETING
JANUARY 6, 1975
Pursuant to Section 151 of the County Law and a resolution adopted by the
Board of Representatives on December 23, 1974, the Board of Representatives
convened at its chamber in the Court House in the City of Ithaca, New York, on
Monday, January 6, 1975 at 10 00 a m and was called to order by Mrs Phyllis
B ,Howell, Clerk of the Board
Present Representatives MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson,
Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kerr, Kidney, Bruce, Livesay — 15
The Clerk announced the first order of business was the election of a
Temporary Chairman
Mr Kidney placed in nomination the name of Ene J Miller, Jr Mr Webster
placed in nomination the name of Robert Bruce There being no further nomina-
tions, it was Moved by Mr Kerr, seconded by Mr Haight, That nominations be
closed Mr John Murphy and Mr Robert Williamson were appointed as tellers
and the ballots were passed out and resulted Erie J Miller, Jr — 8 Robert
Bruce — 7 Mr Miller took the chair and thanked the board for the honor and
said a prayer
The Temporary Chairman announced the next order of business was the ap-
pointment of a Permanent Chairman
Mr Dates placed in nomination the name of Harry A Kerr Mr Culligan
placed in nomination the name of Harris B Dates Mr Dates withdrew his name —
the County Attorney stated Mr Dates withdrew his name but did not say he
would decline to serve if elected, therefore, his name remained on' the ballot
Mr Robey placed in nomination the name of Donald Culligan Upon hearing no
further nominations, it was Moved, seconded and adopted that nominations be
closed Ballots were passed out and resulted as follows Harry Kerr — 8 Harris
Dates — 7 Donald Culligan — 0 Mr Kerr took the chair He thanked the board
for the high honor and said he will put forth to carry out the duties of the office
in an efficient and capable manner He said uppermost in our minds at this time
of economic stress is that of holding the costs of county operations to a bare
minimum in order that the tax load on the property owner may be as low as
passible On the other hand, now is the time to carry out public construction
projects funded over a long term which will help to provide employment for
our citizens He said we are fortunate in the action of the board in approving
the new hospital plan which when underway will provide considerable employ-
ment Reconstruction of the old court house — a fitting project for 1975 and an
economic boost to the trades — as well as a boost to our historic morale Other
continuing projects which will merit our keen attention and pressure are the
Route 13 - Route 96 Octopus areas Hopefully, with the aid of our capable assem-
blyman and Congressman, local, state and federal road blocks may be overcome
County responsibilities on areas of fiscal balance, human services and natural
resource development and management shall be continued at the highest level
To our County Administrator, Mr John Murphy, the several Commissioners and
many employees and friends he had only compliments for a sometimes difficult
job well done and pledged support and all assistance possible toward an efficient
and productive 1975 He said he will do his best to continue our exemplary
record and looks forward to a year of fiscal responsibility, physical accomplish-
ment and community unity and pride in our county government
The next order of business, pursuant to Local Law No 2, 1963, was the
election of an acting chairman, deputy chairman, and interim successor to serve
in the event of a national disaster Mr Watros placed in nomination the name
of Hugh S MacNeil Mr Webster placed in nomination the name of John C
Clynes There being no further nominations, it was Moved, seconded and adopted
that the nominations be closed Ballots were passed out and resulted as follows
Hugh MacNeil — 8 John Clynes — 7
Mr Culligan placed in nomination the name of Beverly Livesay for deputy
chairman Mr Miller placed in nomination the name of Donald Culligan It was
moved, seconded and adopted that nominations be closed Ballots were passed
out and resulted as follows Donald Culligan — 9 Beverly Livesay — 6
4 January 6, 1975
Mr Webster placed in nomination the name of Bryant Robey for Interim
Successor Mr Miller placed in nomination the name of Claude Holden It was
moved, seconded, adopted that nominations be closed The balloting resulted as
follows Holden — 8 Robey — 7
At this time Mr Holden explained there is a deadline to meet relative to
CETA funds and requested a recess for the Personnel Committee to review it
and come up with a resolution and he asked whether the Rules of the Board
should be waived The County Attorney said the organization meeting is con-
sidered a regular meeting according to the rules
Mr Huribut, Personnel Commissioner, explained on Thursday he received a
telegram regarding Title 6 CETA Funds — funds to give municipalities extra
funds to alleviate the unemployment problem People have to be employed as
quickly as possible It was Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Bruce, that the
board go into a committee -of -the -whole to discuss this situation Motion adopted
The Chairman convened a committee -of -the -whole The Chairman adjourned the
committee -of -the -whole and the Personnel Committee met to draft a resolution
The chairman reconvened the organization meeting at 11 28 a m
It was Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Miller, That this resolution
be added to the agenda Ayes — 14 Noes — 0 Excused — 1 Motion adopted
RESOLUTION NO 1—ESTABLISH EMPLOYMENT — C.E.T.A. — TITLE VI
FUNDS
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Committee of the Whole, That the
Commissioner of Personnel be and he hereby is authorized and directed to pro
ceed under CET A — Title VI to act within the Federal Guidelines to establish
employment on a temporary basis for Tompkins County residents not to extend
beyond February 10, 1976,
RESOLVED, further, That the Commissioner of Personnel be and he hereby
is directed to notify the State Labor Department that with reference to those
funds which are to go to State Agencies that said funds be allocated to Tompkins
County residents working in State Agencies within Tompkins County,
RESOLVED, further, That county department heads, other municipalities and
school districts within Tompkins County be advised of the availability of funds
and that the Personnel Commissioner request said department heads, mumcipah-
ties and school districts provide him with titles and justification for new posi-
tions, and
RESOLVED, further, that priority be given to those on the New York State
unemployment rolls and Tompkins County Social Services rolls with preference
being given to veterans and heads of households,
RESOLVED, further, That the Commissioner of Personnel work with the
Personnel Committee authorizing and directing them to establish five posts
within districts of Tompkins County on or before January 10, 1975,
RESOLVED, further, That the Personnel Committee review the action taken
at this meeting at a later date with the possibility of submitting and adopting
further resolutions concerning same
Mr Webster reported on problems which have occurred in the Intensive
Supervision Unit and most have been overcome
Mrs Benson asked if they could have a report by the Tompkins County
Bicentennial Committee on the progress of the committee
Mr Culligan requested a short Health Committee meeting following this
meeting
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11 49 a m
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January 13, 1975 5
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 13, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the December 23, 1974 meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Copy of resignation of Gary A Lee to Lucy Grinnell, County Clerk, said
resignation from Tompkins County Board of Representatives to be effective
December 30, 1974 at midnight, Clerk of the Board notified Dryden Town Clerk
and Dryden Town Supervisior that a vacancy exists on the Tompkins County
Board of Representatives from District No 13 created by the resignation of Gary
A Lee effective December 30, 1974 at midnight, resolution from Town Board of
Dryden appointing James Kidney of 1800 Ellis Hollow Road to fill the vacancy
of District No 13 on the Tompkins County Board of Representatives created by
the resignation of Gary A Lee, Mr Kidney's appointment effective December 31,
1974 through December 31, 1975, minutes of Personnel Committee for December
12, 1974, notification that Ontario Telephone Company, Inc and the Trumansburg
Home Telephone Company have filed with Public Service Commission tariff
provisions covering the provision of "911" emergency reporting service, minutes
of Executive Committee of Library Board of Trustees for December 17, Depart-
ment of Labor notice that Congress adds a Title VI to C E T A , STE reviews for
Groton Housing Authority/Senior Citizen Apartments, Tompkins County Hospital
Weekly review # 15 and # 16, Public Service Commission list of parties for
Case 80002 — NYSE&G Cayuga Station, Department of Labor sent amendment to
2 MGBD ADM -6 Public Employment Program Grant No EEA -36-2-0018 Mod
#18, Tompkins County Airport monthly activity report November 1974, Peat,
Marwick, Mitchell, & Co , re evaluation of the purchasing function at Winter
Conference School, telegram from Department of Labor re balance of State
Counties meeting January 3 in Albany, notice of claim on behalf of Acnes Morals,
Jr , Debra F Smith and Timothy Morals, Case 80002—NYSEG-Cayuga Station
application re rulings on prehearing conference issues, and letter to James
Lundquest acknowledging his letter of December 20, Ithaca Journal acknowledged
our resolution designating them as official newspaper; annual report of Sealer
of Weights and Measures, Clair Updike for early part of 1974, letter from Ronald
Howard, Jr re a resolution being circulated in some counties entitled "Utilization
of Farm Lands within an Ag District" and urging this Board consider provisions
of the law carefully, attempt to quantify alleged financial losses, and consult
with DEC before voting on such resolution, Board of Electric Generating Siting
and the Environment reply of NYSEG to comments on the motion for waiver and
late submittal, Department of Transportation sent combined copy of all reports
relative to the improvement of Route 13, letter from Hospital Administrator
reclassificaion of Typist position at laboratory, NYS Fish and Wildlife Manage-
ment Board re Board appointments for 1975, STE review for NYS Department
of Correctional Services/Vocational Education Program in Correctional Facilities,
resolution from Cortland County re Modification of Budget — TC3 fiscal year
1974-1975. Public Service Commission sent copy of letter from Alan J Roth,
Deputy Chairman of the Board of Electric Generation Siting and the Environ-
ment to Commissioner of Environmental Conservation James Biggane re ap-
plication of NYSEG-Cayuga Station Department of Transportation acknowledged
Board resolution No 260 concerning Route 96 to improve access to Tompkins
County Hospital, FAA letter informing that in request for financial aid dated
February 1, 1974, Secretary of Transportation has allocated $33,950 under Airport
and Airport Development Act of 1970 $28,700 — Crash/Fire/Rescue Vehicle,
$5 250 — Install Inadvertent entry fencing, minutes of Tompkins -Cortland Com-
munity College Board of Trustees for December 5 and agenda for January 9,
mina+es of Health Committee for October 2, 9, 16 and November 22 Casa 80002—
NYSE&G-application for a certificate of environmental compatibility and public
need to construct an 850 MW coal -fueled electric generating unit at a site in Town
6 January 13, 1975
of Lansing — amendments to the Joint Statement of the Staff and DEC on ap-
plicants motion for waivers and late submittals, Fire Advisory Board delegates
and alternates recommendations for 1975, letter from Clerk of the Broome County
Legislature enclosing copy of Res No 416 authorizing participation by Broome
County in the STE Local Development District, STE 75-2 notice to local agencies
of proposed project in review; Hugh Hurlbut memo to department heads notifying
therm of CETA Title VI funds and to present in writing by January 13th requests
and titles if interested, pistol permits for December totalled $136 00, Inter -County
Publishers, Inc acknowledging their selection as an official newspaper of Tomp-
kins County, Department of Labor requesting renewal of insurance coverage
(Protective Liability Insurance and Workmen's Compensation), Re Case No 80002
—Cayuga Station Copy of a letter from Huber, MaGill Lawrence and Farrell to
Public Service Commission re dates of filing of appeals, Statement and request
by the DEC supplemental to the amended joint statement with the Public Service
Commission, and staff motion to the Acting Chairman for a protective order pend-
ing the determination of the applicant's motion for waivers and late submittals
Under privilege of the floor, Mrs Pauline Darrett spoke to the Board op-
posing the allocation of $5,000 to the Human Rights Commission
Representative Miller said he received a letter from Mr and Mrs DeGraf
of Brooktondale suggesting the Tompkins County Airport be renamed the "Glenn
A Turner" Airport He referred the request to the Planning and Public Works
Committee
Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, reported there are three
appointments to be made on the Hospital Board of Managers and request board
members to submit the names of anyone they wish considered
Mr Webster, Chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, re-
ported there will be a meeting January 15th at the Ithaca High School Activities
Room of the Ad hoc Youth Recreation Committee The Rural Representatives and
Town Supervisors will meet January 22 at 8 00 p m
Mr Holden, Chairman of Personnel Committee, said the committee has not
met but they acted fast on the CETA Program He requested a committee meeting
following this board meeting
Mrs Livesay said she feels the county should have an active Manpower
Advisory Committee other than the Personnel Committee She said a list of
names were drafted but were never formally appointed The Personnel Committee
is to come back to the board with a recommendation on this, hopefully, at the
next meeting
Mr Miller, Public Safety and Correction Committee Chairman, mentioned
the fire in the Tompkins County Jail and said it was fortunate there were no
serious injuries There was a meeting to discuss the situation as it pertains to the
Sheriff's Department He said they want people to know the jail is not going to
be a mental institution any longer He met with the Jail Advisory Committee re
the request for deputies
Mr MacNeil, Social Services Committee Chairman, spoke regarding the
Office for the Aging They have seven names of people who applied for the
position of Director and hope to set up interviews soon There will be a meeting
of the Office for the Aging January 25 at 10 00 a m at NYSE&G
The County Attorney said they had a favorable decision from Judge Bryant
on the Out -of -Title case before him by Order of Show Cause There was a
meeting in Albany on the Tompkins -Cortland Community College bills, nothing
was resolved at that meeting
Chairman Kerr said he heard immediately about the difficulty at the jail
He said he visited a former chairman of the board, Mr Harvey Stevenson who
is ill
It was Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Webster, that resolutions
pertaining to modification of the TC3 budget, Audit of TC3 Capital Expenditures,
Bid - Old Court House be added to the agenda Motion adopted
January 13, 1975 7
RESOLUTION NO. 2—PAYMENT TO COURT ATTENDANTS
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Webster, adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That the per diem monies to be paid to the court attendants for the
County of Tompkins, commencing January 1, 1975, shall be $12 50 per day or
any part thereof
RESOLUTION NO. 3—FEES AND MILEAGE—TRIAL AND GRAND JURORS
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mrs Benison, adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections
Committee, and the Budget and Administration Committee, That pursuant to
Section 749-a of the Judiciary Law, each trial and grand juror shall be paid $10 00
per day for each day's attendance at a trial of record of Civil or Criminal
Jurisdiction held within Tompkins County and provided further, that each
trial and grand juror residing outside the City of Ithaca shall receive ten
cents per mile necessarily traveled in going to and returning for each day
during the term, commencing January 1, 1975
RESOLUTION NO 4—MODIFICATION OF BUDGET, TOMPKINS-CORTLAND
COMMUNITY COLLEGE FISCAL YEAR 1974-1975
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Watros Ayes -14 Noes -0 Absent -
1 Resolution adopted
WHEREAS, the operating budget for Tompkins -Cortland Community College
fiscal year September 1, 1974 through August 31, 1975 has been approved by
the Board of Trustees of said college by Resolution 1973-74-44, by the Board
of Representatives of Tompkins County by Resolution No 152 and by the Cortland
County Legislature by Resolution No 241 and by the Executive Committee of
the State University Board of Trustees on August 6, 1974, pursuant to Section
6303 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of said community college has approved
an amended increase of $354,070 00 from the original appropriation level of
$2,248,562 00 to the new amended appropriation level of $2,602,632 pursuant
to Resolution 1974-75-19 and has presented said amended budget to the Inter-
governmental Relations Committee and full membership of this board, and
WHEREAS, said amended budget does not require any further appropriation
of funds by the County of Tompkins, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee of the Board of Representatives, that the operating budget of
Tompkins -Cortland Community College be and hereby is modified in the amount
of $354,070 00 from $2,248,562 00 to the amount of $2,602,632 00 for the fiscal
year September 1, 1974 to August 31, 1975, pursuant to Section 6306 of the
Education Law, and be it further
RESOLVED, that this resolution shall become effective upon the adoption
of a concurrent resolution by the County Legislature of Cortland County
RESOLUTION NO. 5—AUTHORIZING PAYMENTS FOR COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Holden Ayes -15 Noes -0
Adopted
WHEREAS, this board has heretofore and by resolution approved the 1975-
1976 operating and capital budgets for the Tompkins -Cortland Community
College and appropriated the necessary funds to pay the Tompkins County
proportionate share of the operating and capital budgets of said college, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed pursuant to the provisions of the Education Law of the State of
New York and within the authorization provided by this board, to pay the duly
bonded treasurer of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College, an amount up to
but not to exceed the Tompkins County budgeted share of the operating budget of
8 January 13, 1975
said college for the fiscal year 1975-1976 on the following dates m the
following amounts
January 1, 1975 — $ 97,285
March 1, 1975 — 97,285
May 1, 1975 — 97,285
July 1, 1975 — 97,285
Total — $389,140
RESOLVED, further that this resolution is contingent upon the adoption of
a similar resolution by the Board of Supervisors of Cortland County
RESOLUTION NO. 6—AUDIT OF CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS —
TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes — 15 Noes — 0
Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $1,945 25 to be paid from the Capital Construction
account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are Claim No 89 — Con-
struction — $1,920 29 and Advertising — $24 96
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amounts be and the same are hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, that the County Administrator be and hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 7—AUTHORIZATION TO COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO
MAKE PAYMENTS FOR 1975
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Haight, adopted
WHEREAS, this Board has approved the 1975 Budget and appropriated the
sums thereunder required for the operation of County Government for the year
1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized and
directed to pay out during 1975 from the various budgetary items monies to
various contracting agencies pursuant to contract and accounts, charges and claims
of the various agencies and departments of the county after audit by the County
Administrator of duly certified bills for said expenditures
RESOLUTION NO 8—CORRECTION OF ERRORS AND PRINT ANNUAL RE-
PORTS
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller, adopted
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of this Board be authorized to correct any mani-
fest errors in the minutes, or in the reports of any committee, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board be authorized to audit
and print the financial and important parts of the annual reports received by
this Board
RESOLUTION NO 9—AWARD OF BID—PRINTING OF PROCEEDINGS
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller After a discussion regarding
the price of printing these books, the resolution was adopted with Mr Robey
casting a dissenting vote
WHEREAS, the Clerk of the Board has advertised for bids for the printing
of the Proceedings of the Board of Representatives foi the year 1975 in ac-
cordance with the specifications filed in her office, and
WHEREAS, the bid of Arnold Printing Corporation, Inc for furnishing 300
copies at $22 00 per page for 8 pt body matter and $26 00 for 8 pt tables is the
lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that said bid be and the same hereby is accepted for copies of
the proceedings and the bid for printing said proceedings for 1975 be and the
same hereby is awarded to Arnold Printing Corporation, and the Chairman is
hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract on behalf of the County for
said work
January 13, 1975 9
RESOLUTION NO. 10—APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATION FOR MAINTENANCE
OF COUNTY ROADS AND BRIDGES
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Webster, adopted
WHEREAS, the County Commissioner of Public Works has recommended
an appropriation of $1,816,740 for maintenance of county roads and bridges for
the year 1975, in accordance with Section 129 of the Highway Law, and requests
the aforementioned sum, or as much thereof as many be necessary, be expended
under his supervision from County Road Funds monies to the following accounts
D-3310 Traffic Control $ 52,114
D-5010 Administration 33,012
D-5110 Maintenance Roads & Bridges 1,254,050
D-5142 Snow Removal — County 235,000
D-5144 Snow Removal — State 110,000
D-5110 810 Retirement 68,064
D-5110 830 Social Security 29,500
D-5110 840 Compensation 20,000
D-5110 860 Health Insurance 15,000
$1,816,740 r
RESOLVED, That the recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works
be and hereby is approved and the Clerk and Chairman of the Board of Repre-
sentatives be and hereby are authorized and directed to sign the agreements re-
giured by the State Department of Public Works
RESOLUTION NO. 11—AWARD OF BID — TWO-WAY RADIO COMMUNICA-
TION SYSTEM
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Holden A brief discussion followed
and the resolution was adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids for
furnishing and installation of a total new two-way radio communication system
for County Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, Motorola, Inc , One Northern Concourse, Syracuse, New York,
is the lowest responsible bidder with a net bid of $41,461 00 for a new two-way
radio system in accordance with the specifications on file at the highway office,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee and the Commissioner of Public Works that the bid of Motorola in the
amount of $41,461 00 be and the same is hereby accepted, and the Commissioner
of Public Works be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute said
contract on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO 12—AWARD OF BID — BRIDGE — TOWN OF ITHACA
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Culligan A lengthy discussion took
place Ayes — Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight,
Holden, Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil, Kerr — 13 Noes — Miller, Bruce — 2
Resolution adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids on
rehabilitation of Forest Home Bridge over Fall Creek, Town of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the Standard Bridge Corp , 1743 Western Avenue, Albany, New
York, 12203 is the lowest responsible bidder for work on said bridge with a bid
of $39,329 00 in accordance with the specifications on file at the highway office,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of majority of the Planning and Public
Works Committee and the Commissioner of Public Works that the bid of
Standard Bridge Corp in the amount of $39,329 00 be and the same is hereby
accepted, and the Commissioner of Public Works be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to execute said contract on behalf of the County
10 January 13, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 13—AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS — OLD
COURT HOUSE
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Dates A lengthy discussion took place.
Ayes — Miller, Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson, Bruce, Clynes, Culligan, Dates,
Haight, Holden (hope it will be reconsidered on what the cost of doing this
building), Kidney (would like to abstain because I do not know enough details)
I don't see voting for this at this time), Livesay, MacNeil, Kerr — 14 Noes — 0
The Board gave Mr Kidney permission to be excused from voting on this resolu-
tion Resolution adopted
WHEREAS, the Board decided in Resolution No 94, April 16, 1973, to reno-
vate the Old Court House and employed architect William Downing for that
purpose, and
WHEREAS, in Resolution No 227, September 10, 1973, the Board approved a
program for said renovation, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the architect and the Planning and
Public Works Committee, that the architect is authorized to advertise for bids
It was Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mrs Livesay, That the Rules of
the Board be waived and the Board reconsider Resolution No 201 — Payment of
Moving Expenses — Supervising Psychiatrist Ayes — Miller, Robey, Webster,
Benson, Bruce, Culligan, Dates, Kidney, Lxvesay, MacNeil, Kerr — 11 Noes —
Clynes, Haight, Holden, Watros — 4 Adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 14—RECONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 201 — 1974
— PAYMENT OF MOVING EXPENSE — SUPERVISING
PSYCHIATRIST
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mrs Benson Discussion followed and a
roll call resulted as follows Ayes — Miller (hope this situation never happens
again), Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson, Bruce, Culligan, Dates, Kidney, Livesay,
MacNeil, Kerr — 12 Noes — Clynes, Haight, Holden — 3 Adopted
RESOLVED, That the sum of $1,073 44 be paid to Roberta Batt, M D to reim-
burse her for moving from Slingerlands, New York, to Ithaca, such sum is to be
repaid to the County by Dr Batt if she terminates her employment with Tompkins
County for any reasons prior to September 16, 1975
The Personnel Committee was instructed to try to establish a policy regarding
payment of moving expenses to present for the next meeting
Mr Miller reported on a meeting with the Board of Health concerning
the dumping of septic tank sludge in the Town of Caroline He read a resolution
passed by the Board of Health pertaining to this problem
Mr Kerr announced he has made committee appointments for 1975 as follows
Budget & Administration
Harris B Dates, Chairman
Donald J Culligan
Claude W Holden
Robert L Bruce
Hugh S MacNeil
Bryant Robey
Health
Donald J Culligan, Chairman
Robert I Watros, John C Clynes,
Herbert W Haight, Bryant Robey
Intergovernmental Relations
Louis R Webster, Chairman
Robert I Watros
Beverly E Livesay
January 13, 1975 11
Personnel
Claude W Holden, Chairman
LeGrace G Benson, James Kidney
Hugh S MacNeil
Planning & Public Works
Hugh S MacNeil, Chairman
Harris B Dates, John C Clynes
James Kidney, Robert L Bruce
Public Safety & Corrections
Herbert W Haight, Chairman
LeGrace G Benson, Lotus R Webster
Erie J Miller, Jr
Social Services
Erie J Miller, Jr
Beverly E Livesay
Louis R Webster
Mr Kerr made the following statement He suggested committee -of -the -whole
sessions be held regularly for open discussion of special items He urged any
member of this board to call for a session anytime There will be executive
sessions of the board to discuss sensitive items and clarify misunderstandings
He pointed out that no official action may be taken on any subject in executive
session The privilege of the floor will continue and be limited to five minutes,
however, as they want to encourage public input, an individual or group may
make a presentation and be allowed additional time by prior arrangement Office
hours of the chairman will be Monday and Wednesday from 9 00 a m through
1 00 p m and any other time by appointment The Chairman and the County Ad-
ministrator will direct the development of the Administrative manual or hand-
book of county organization and operation, and as each fact develops, board
members will receive copies for comments He suggested a completion day of
May 1 He suggested minutes be kept by committees and submitted to the clerk
as soon as possible Regarding state and federal aid, he recommended that any
cut in aid coming to Tompkins County to any of our items will result in com-
parable direct and immediate cuts to those items in the County Budget
Mr Bruce questioned why Mr Lee was still a member of the Industrial
Development Agency Mr Kerr said the appointments were made by action of
the board to serve at the pleasure of the board Mr Dates said he asked the
County Attorney's opinion and will report back at the next meeting
Mr Dates suggested perhaps changing the deadline for the Administrative
Code to September 15th instead of May 1
Mr Robey questioned if the Budget Committee should be titled the Budget
& Administration Committee The title was changed
The Health Committee will meet January 21 at 7 30 p m
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 01 p m
12 January 27, 1975
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the January 6 and 13 meetings were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Letter from Dr Roberta Batt and Dr Robert Hamlisch to Chairman re January
9th Ithaca Journal article allegations concerning the recent jail fire, NYS Com-
mittee on Public Access to Records memorandum re model regulations available
on request, copy of letter from Seneca Lake Waterways Association, Inc , Richard
E Morse, President, requesting Boards of Supervisors to take positive action
on the issue of returnable beverage containers, State Board of Equalization and
Assessment sent notice of public hearings on 1975 Agriculture and Forest Land
value factors to be used for the assessment of certain, Interstate Commerce Com-
missioner notice of Rail Planning Office issuing amended standards for deter-
mining rail service continuation subsidies, STE books on "Use of Sails", "Recrea-
tion", and "Growth Areas", STE minutes of board meeting for December 19,
letter from FAA re acknowledging that Tompkins County Airport has recently
been issued ADAP allocation and that in bidding to comply with Title 49 CFR
part 21 minority businesses and firms, STE Review NYS Education Department
Migrant Program, ESEA, Title I, STE Reviews of NYS Appalachian Development
Projects/Programs Design and Modification Monitoring and Educational Training
Network, STE Review of NYS Pohce/Computer Support System, copy of a letter
from Area Beautification Council of Tompkins County's Bicentennial Committee
announcing exploratory meeting January 21 for a Circle Greenway for Greater
Ithaca, letter from Chairman of Tompkins County Fire Advisory Board outlining
policies of Fire Ambulance units in case of a deceased person, Case 80002 —
Cayuga Station: a brief on behalf of NYSEG in opposition to staff motion for a
protective order, minutes of Library Board of Trustees for December 27, 1974,
NYS Department of Public Service Board on Electric Generation Siting and the
Environment, re Cayuga Station application rulings on prehearing conference
issue, Department of Labor reported monies obligated in Tompkins County
through December 31 of on-the-job training funds sub -contracted under CETA,
copy of letter from Stewart & Bennett, Inc asking to be considered for con-
struction management approach on new hospital, letter from Thomas G Payne,
Director of Assessment, reporting on a meeting with State Board of Equalization
and Assessment re new law concerning correction of errors on assessment and
tax rolls, copy of a letter from Robert Roberson, representing Town of Somerset,
to the Public Service Commission re NYSEG Cayuga Station application to con-
struct an 850 MW coal -fueled generating unit, STE Review of NYS Division of
Probation Grants Coordinating Unit/Albany Co , copy of a letter from Thomas
G Payne re Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review schedule, monthly
activity report for December from Tompkins County Airport, request of Election
Commissioners to attend the State Association meeting, February 11-14, Tompkins
County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting of December 19, 1974,
statement of profit and loss for 1974 balance sheet for December 31 and an-
nouncement of next meeting on January 23, STE Review NYS Department of
Correctional Services — Library Improvement — Therapeutic Drug Program —
Therapeutic Community for Inmates, received six copies of application for State
Aid f"r Operating Costs for Tompkins County Mental Health Department, City
of Ithaca sent copy of a Proclamation "Evelyn P Rucker Day" at request of Mrs
Sullivan of the Red Cross, NYS Select Committee on Election Law sent copy of
a request to Viola Boothroyd for 1974 annual report to evaluate the impact of
1974 changes of Election Law, minutes of Hospital Board of Managers for Decem-
ber H. 1974 conference request — Hospital — Jamie Dritschilo, OTR, NY Medi-
cal School, March 24-28, STE Review NYS Division for Youth Projects, Aggres-
sive/Violent and Disturbed Adolescent Demonstration Prosect, Group Counseling
II, Video Development Project, Huber, Magill, Lawrence and Farrell — Applicants
January 27, 1975 13
Brief in opposition to interlocultory appeals taken from the presiding examiner's
decision date 12/27/74 — Case 80002 NYSE&G Cayuga Station; Order referring
Motion and Interlocutory Appeals to Presiding Examiner, memo from Clinton
County Legislature enclosing resolution dated 10/9/74 calling for Statewide
support for restructuring taxation for public elementary and secondary school
education and urging support of the resolution, copy of letter from Richard
King, Staff Counsel of Public Service Commission, to Hon Boschwitz, Hearing
Examiner, re Case 80002 — Cayuga Station, minutes South Central New York
Resource Conservation & Development Project January 22 and Project Coordina-
tors report for January, certified copy of resolution adopted by Otsego County
Board January 8, 1975 Authorizing participation in Southern Tier East Local
Development District, appropriation balances of Social Services Department
1974, annual report Veterans' Service Agency for 1974
Under privilege of the floor, Mrs Pauline Darrett again spoke to the board
opposing the appropriation of $5,000 to the Human Rights Commission
Mrs Betty Muka spoke about the notice of claim she will submit for
$1 000,000 against the County of Tompkins for allegedly refusing to prosecute
333 crimes committed against her in 1974
Mr Miller introduced Supervisor Harold Payton of The Town of Caroline
who spoke to the board regarding the septic tank sludge dumping problem m
the Town of Caroline
Mr Dates suggested the appropriate committee write a letter to Mrs Dar-
rett explaining that money has not been appropriated to an individual but to
the Human Rights Commission — the money is in the budget and explain in detail
what the money is for and the auditing procedure Mr Webster, Chairman of
the Intergovernmental Relations Committee was instructed to write a detailed
letter to Mrs Darret with copies to the news media
Mr Eugene Arnold, Hospital Administrator, gave a report regarding the
hospital
Mr Kerr asked the Intergovernmental Relations Committee to have a report
on Mrs Darrett's complaints against the Human Rights Commission over the past
few years to bring the newer board members up-to-date on the situation and
would like a recommendation, if any Pertaining to Mrs Muka's remarks, he re-
ferred to the county attorney for a comment at the next meeting
Mr Miller told the board he will withdraw the resolution — Letter to the
Department of Environmental Conservation on behalf of the Town of Caroline be-
cause after consultation with the Health Committee it was felt best if he per-
sonally contact the Department of Environmental Conservation in Syracuse
Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Dates, Budget and Administration, said there will be a resolution at the
next meeting relative to revenue sharing monies
Mr Culligan, Health Committee Chairman, said Dr Safadi described the
Medical Examiner problems The committee will meet with the Undertakers' As-
sociation They discussed three openings on the Mental Health Board and he will
make nominations for appointment at the end of the meeting He asked Repre-
sentative Clynes to read a letter regarding HMO Citizens' Study Group and their
recommendations on the general feasibility study
Mr Clynes said that the Citizens' Study Group considering the establishment
of a prepaid health services system decided not to ask the Board of Representa-
tives to sponsor a feasibility study for such, at least at the present time A letter
and a resolution was received from Robert Broad, M D , Chairman, regarding
their recommendations
Mr Culligan said they have not worked on the report yet but felt the board
should be aware of it Copies will be sent to all board members
Mr Webster announced an Intergovernmental Relations meeting at 7 30 p m
Wednesday and the Human Rights Commission will meet Tuesday at 7 30 p m
Mr Holden, Chan -man of the Personnel Committee, reported relative to Title
VI CETA monies for creation of jobs in Tompkins County There will be resolu-
tions today on Establishment of Appropriation and Revenue Accounts — CETA and
Creation of positions — CETA Title VI Mr Kerr complimented the Personnel
Committee and the Personnel Commissioner for the excellent handling of the
14 January 27, 1975
CETA Program and will continue to take advantage of the programs that arise and
be prepared to cope with them
Mr MacNeil said he attended the annual meeting of the Senior Citizens'
Council of Tompkins County The recommended candidate for the Director of
Office for the Aging was introduced He has available a summary of his position
on the Boardman House He reported relative to bids for the Old Court House and
cost of renovating the new Court House if the Board of Representatives moves
There was a meeting with representatives of the airport regarding the condition
of the airport crash fire and disaster equipment There will be a resolution later
in the meeting He will lay on the table later in the meeting the name of someone
for consideration as Keeper of the Covered Bridge in Newfield
Mr Bruce objected to the announcement of appointments before they are
actually appointed by the board It was suggested a memo be written on the
procedure of appointments
Mr Kerr said the list with areas of responsibility for each committee is being
reviewed and a new list will be prepared
Mr Haight, Chairman of the Public Safety and Corrections Committee, re-
ported there is a resolution on the agenda to execute SPCA agreement There
is a list of recommended people to serve on the Tompkins County Fire Advisory
Board He said no delegate -at -large has been appointed to represent the, Board
of Representatives yet They are also discussing with Personnel the request of
the Sheriff for additional deputies which is recommended in the Criminal Justice
Committee report The committee received a report from Mr Webster relative
to the Intensive Supervision Facility
Mr Miller, Chairman of the Social Services Committee, announced their
meeting will be held February 4
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, reported they met with the
architects in mid-January
Mr Murphy said there is a Bond Resolution relative to the hospital which
will be presented later in the meeting He explained the funding of various pro-
grams such as CETA, etc
Mr Kerr announced that Mrs Livesay was appointed to the Board of Direc-
tors of the Supervisors' and County Legislators' Association Mrs Livesay re-
ported on the meeting she attended and the various programs that were on the
agenda
Mr Kerr attended a Route 13 Task Force meeting A group met with Al-
legheny Airlines for renegotiation of the contract He said he had visitors from
Chenango County who are interested in developing a charter and are interested
in our charter He said he would like to visit surrounding counties and invited
anyone interested to go along He met with the Bicentennial Committee Chair-
man to start to initiate procedure there
Mr Robey said he would like to know the details of the Chartair problem
and requested a committee -of -the -whole to discuss the situation It was decided to
hold an executive session immediately following the meeting
Mrs Benson asked the status of the Bicentennial Committee Mr Kerr said
they are in need of activity now and he, Mr Liguori, and Mr Dates are meeting
today and will see what steps can be taken and how to proceed There will be a
full report at the next meeting
It was Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mrs Benson and adopted, that the
resolution regarding the Letter to Department of Environmental Conservation on
behalf of the Town of Caroline, be withdrawn
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates, That the Rules of the
Board be waived to allow two resolutions to be presented — Establish Steering
Committee with the Town of Lansing to oversee an impact analysis informational
report on certain phases of the proposed Cayuga Station Generating Plant and
Acceptance of bid for airport fire and crash equipment Motion to Waive Rules
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO 15—ADOPTION OF LOCAL LAW NO. 1 — 1975, AMEND-
MENT TO TOMPKINS COUNTY CHARTER AND CODE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Holden After discussion, it was
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Webster, that the resolution be amended
January 27, 1975 15
by replacing the second Resolved "directing that in the event of passage, a
referendum be held and adoption of this shall be subject to such referendum "
A roll call on the amendment resulted Ayes — Representatives Robey, Benson,
Bruce, Livesay — 4 Noes — Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney,
MacNeil, Miller, Watros, Webster and Kerr — 11 Motion Lost. It was Moved by
Mr Culligan, seconded by Mrs Benson, that this resolution be tabled to the first
meeting in February A roll call on the Motion to Table resulted Ayes — Repre-
sentatives Robey, Webster, Benson, Bruce, Culligan, Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil — 8
Noes — Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden, Miller, Watros, Kerr — 7 Motion to Table
adopted.
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after notice required by law on
Local Law No 1 — 1975, pertaining to amendment to the Tompkins County Char-
ter and Code, and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on January 27, 1975, at 9 30 o'clock
in the forenoon thereof, discussion was had on same relative to amending Section
2 03 of the Tompkins County Charter and Code pertaining to qualifications for
holding the office of county legislature, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, that said Local Law No 1 — 1975, be and the same hereby is adopted, sub-
ject to permissive referendum pursuant to Section 34 of the Municipal Home
Rule Law,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board of Representatives be and
she hereby is authorized and directed to publish in the designated official news-
papers the Local Law in its entirety once each week for two consecutive weeks
within ten days of said adoption, and further, file one certified copy in the office
of the County Clerk, one certified copy in the office of the State Comptroller and
four certified copies in the office of the Secretary of State within five days
after the expiration of time for the filing of a petition requesting a referendum
on said Local Law, which pursuant to law is sixty days from the date of adoption
RESOLUTION NO. 16—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND — IN-
TENSIVE SUPERVISION UNIT — "HOUSE IN THE
COUNTRY"
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller After a brief explanation
by Mr Webster, a roll call resulted Ayes — 15 Noes — 0 Adopted
WHEREAS, the Public Safety and Corrections Committee has been advised
that to continue operation of the Intensive Supervision Unit — "House in the
Country" up to July 1, 1975, there will be needed additional funds from the
County in an amount up to approximately $1,500 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, that a sum up to $1,500 00 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund
(Code A1990) to Intensive Supervision Unit — "House in the Country" (Code
3145) said amount to be based on the final figures to be submitted by the Proba-
tion Department
RESOLUTION NO. 17—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT —
OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr MacNeil Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is authorized and directed
to execute a lease, copy of which is on file with the Clerk of the Board, for the
rental of approximately 474 sq ft of space from the Cooperative Extension
Association of Tompkins County in their building at 225 South Fulton Street,
Ithaca, New York, from February 1, 1975 through December 31, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 18—APPORTIONMENT OF DOG MONIES
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has in his hands surplus monies in
the Dog Fund for apportionment, pursuant to Section 122 of the Agriculture and
Markets Law, in the total amount of $17,79519, now therefore be it
16 January 27, 1975
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee,, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized and directed
to pay the several towns in the County and the City of Ithaca, the amounts set
forth below as apportioned and approved by this Board, representing 75% of said
surplus
Amount contributed
Cities and Towns Including penalties Apportionment of
Contributing and costs 75% of surplus
Caroline $ 1,655 00 $ 936 58
Danby 1,482 00 838 69
Dryden 5,012 00 2,836 35
Enfield 1,289 00 729 46
Groton 2,607 00 1,475 34
Ithaca 2,211 00 1,251 22
Lansing 3,774 00 2,135 76
Newfield 1,,772 00 1,002 79
Ulysses 2,36105 1,336 15
City of Ithaca 1,420 80 804 05
$23,583 85 $13,346 39
RESOLUTION NO. 19—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT — SPCA
Moved by Mrs Benson, seconded by Mr Haight Adopted
WHEREAS, the County and the City entered into a contract as of January
1, 1972, pursuant to the provisions of the Agriculture and Markets Law, by which
contract the SPCA undertook the Dog Warden program for the County of
Tompkins, and
WHEREAS, the Public Safety and Corrections Committee has recommended
the continuation of said contract for the year, 1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of said Public Safety and Correction Com-
mittee, That said contract between the County, City and SPCA, dated January
1, 1972, be and the same is hereby extended for the calendar year, 1975, and
the County Attorney be and he hereby is authorized to execute said contract,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be
and he hereby is authorized to execute same on behalf of the County
RESOLVED, further, That the maximum amount of said budget on an annual
basis will be the same as previously submitted $53,586 00 to be raised as follows
$14,500 SPCA
$25,053 Tompkins County
$14,033 City of Ithaca
$53,586
RESOLVED, further, That the contract is subject to the approval of the
City of Ithaca, SPCA and the Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward certified copies
of this resolution to the City Clerk of Ithaca, County Administrator, Tompkins
County United Fund and the SPCA
RESOLUTION NO 20—APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR, OFFICE FOR THE
AGING
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson It was Moved by Mr Clynes,
seconded by Mr Culligan that the resolution be tabled until the next meeting
It was decided to go into executive session for discussion The regular meeting
reconvened and Mr Clynes with the approval of Mr Culligan, withdrew his
motion to table the resolution A voice vote was taken and the resolution was
adopted with Representatives Clynes and Culligan casting dissenting votes
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services and Personnel Com-
mittees, that Susan Clarke be appointed to the position of Director, Office for the
Aging (13-28), labor grade XIII, competitive class, effective immediately
January 27, 1975 17
RESOLUTION NO. 21—ESTABLISHMENT OF APPROPRIATION AND
REVENUE ACCOUNTS, CETA PROGRAM
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Dates Ayes — 15 Noes — 0 Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Personnel Committees,
That the following accounts be established for federally funded programs, since
resolutions authorizing contracts for said programs failed to set up appropriation
and revenue accounts
CETA SPEDY PROGRAM, TITLE III
1974 Revenue Account 4730 — $63,795 00
1974 Appropriation Account 6520 1 — $63,795 00
CETA TITLE I
1974 Revenue Account 4730 — $30,000 00
1974 Appropriation Account 6250 2 — $30,000 00
1975 Revenue Account 4730 — $166,007 00
1975 Appropriation Account 6250 2 — $166,007 00
CETA TITLE VI
1975 Revenue Account 4730 — $117,569 00
1975 Appropriation Account 6250 3 — $117,569 00
RESOLUTION NO. 22—CREATION OF POSITIONS — COMPREHENSIVE EM-
PLOYMENT AND TRAINING ACT (CETA) TITLE VI
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing positions be created on a temporary basis not to exceed February 10, 1976,
said positions to be funded 100 per cent for wages and benefits under the CETA
Title VI federal grant
Social Services Department
1 Caseworker (11-02) labor grade XI, competitive class
1 Community Service Aide (02-06), labor grade II, non-competitive class
1 Clerk (03-02), labor grade III, competitive class
Health Department
1 Home Health Aide, labor grade III, non-competitive class
1 Environmental Health Aide, labor grade II, non-competitive class
Hospital
1 Typist (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class
1 C1erk'(03-02), labor grade III, competitive class
Assessment
1 Clerk (03-02), labor grade III, competitive class
RESOLUTION NO. 23—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — FINGER
LAKES ASSOCIATION INC.
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Bruce Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Pubhc Works Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and hereby is
authorized to execute a contract with the Finger Lakes Association, Inc
RESOLVED, further, That the total amount to be paid pursuant to the terms
of said contract shall be limited to a total of $5,000, said amount being provided
for in the 1975 budget i
RESOLUTION NO. 24—ACCEPTANCE OF BID—AIRPORT FIRE AND CRASH
EQUIPMENT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Bruce Ayes — 15 Noes — 0
Adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works and the Fire and Disaster
Coordinator have duly advertised for bids for fire and crash equipment to be
used at the Tompkins County Airport, and
WHEREAS, Saulsbury Fire Corporation, Community Drive, Tully, New York
is the lowest responsible bidder for said equipment meeting all specifications
on file in the Fire and Disaster Coordinator's office for a total bid of $29,233 00,
now therefore be it
18 January 27, 1975
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee and the Fire and Disaster Coordinator, that the said bid of Saulsbury Fire
Equipment Corporation, Community Drive, Tully, New York in the amount of
$29,233 00 be and the same hereby is accepted,
RESOLVED, further, that the 1975 Airport Budget be amended to increase
both Appropriations and Revenues Accounts by $23,971 06, specifically Appropria-
tion Account B-5610 200 Airport Equipment and Revenue Account, Federal Aid,
and that an additional amount of $5,261 94 be appropriated from the Airport
Fund Balance to account B-5610 200 Airport Equipment,
RESOLVED, further, that the Commissioner of Public Works be and he
hereby is authorized to complete said transaction on behalf of the county,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 25—APPROVAL OF ADDENDUM TO CONTRACT — LEVA-
TICH MILLER HOFFMAN PC AND FRED THOMAS
ASSOCIATES PC
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Dates After discussion, the resolu-
tion was adopted
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins and Levatich Miller Hoffman PC and
Fred H Thomas Associates PC have entered into an agreement dated the llth
day of March, 1974, retaining the aforesaid architects for the preparation of
plans and specifications for addition and/or alterations to the Tompkins County
Hospital, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to said contract the fee to be paid to said architects
was fixed at 7% for new construction and 9% for renovation, and
WHEREAS, the architects have offered to do both new construction and
renovation at a fee of 7%, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee
that the offer of the architect to do all work required by the aforesaid contract
both for new construction and renovation be and the same are hereby accepted
RESOLVED, further, that the letter executed by the architects, addressed
to the Hospital Construction Committee, dated January 15, 1975, further clarifying
the agreement between the County and the consultants, copy of which is attached,
is hereby made a part of said original contract and incorporated therein,
RESOLVED, further, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee, that the architects be and they hereby are authorized to proceed through
the design development phase of the contract,
RESOLVED, further, that the Chairman of the Board of Representatives
be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the addendum to the
contract on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO. 26—ESTABLISHMENT OF JOINT STEERING COMMITTEE
WITH THE TOWN OF LANSING TO OVERSEE AN IM-
PACT ANALYSIS INFORMATIONAL REPORT ON CER-
TAIN PHASES OF THE PROPOSED CAYUGA STATION
GENERATING PLANT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Bruce After a discussion, it was
Moved by Mrs Benson, seconded by Mr Dates and adopted, that the resolution
be tabled until later in the meeting Later in the meeting, after a discussion and
explanation by Frank Liguori, a roll call was taken which resulted as follows
Ayes — Representatives Watros, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight. Holden, Kidney,
Livesay, MacNeil, Miller, Kerr — 11 Noes — Benson, Bruce, Robey, Webster — 4
Resolution adopted
WHEREAS, the Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins, jointly
with the Town Board of the Town of Lansing, did declare their intention to the
Public Service Commission to participate in the hearing procedures in relation
to the proposed Cayuga Station power generating plant by means of Resolution
No 104, May 1974, and
WHEREAS, said Boards did also jointly apply to the Public Service Com-
mission for funding to defray the cost of the preparation of an Impact Analysis
relating to certain phases of the proposed Cayuga Station, and
January 27, 1975 19
WHEREAS, the Public Service Commission has informed the Boards that
$24,000 has been allocated for said Impact Analysis and $1,000 for hearing
expenses, and
WHEREAS, the apphcation to the Public Service Commission did outline a
scope of study activities and a report to be prepared by Consultants Reinmann-
Buechner Partnership of Syracuse, New York at a total cost not to exceed
$24,000, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the County Board of Representatives is
hereby authorized and directed to co-sign an agreement with the Chairman of
the Town Board of the Town of Lansing and the firm of Reinmann-Buechner
Partnership, and
RESOLVED, further, That a Joint Steering Committee is hereby established
to oversee the study activities and to submit a report of findings and recom-
mendation to the Boards and to the public, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Steering Committee shall consist of the mem-
bers of the Planning and Public Works Committee, with member Harris Dates
serving as Chairman, Board member Herbert Haight to represent the Town of
Ulysses, the Commissioner of Planning, a member to be selected from the En-
vironmental Management Council, and in addition, three members to be selected
by the Lansing Town Board, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Legislative bodies of the Counties of Seneca
and Cayuga shall be invited to appoint a member to serve on said Steering Com-
mittee, and
RESOLVED, further, That a report, together with recommendations, shall be
submitted prior to the official hearing to be held by the Public Service Commis-
sion, and
RESOLVED, further, That the 1975 Bridget is hereby amended to increase
the revenue in Acct 3089 00 (State Aid Other) by $25,000 and the budget of
Acct 8024 by $25,000 and the County Administrator is hereby authorized to
expend up to $25,000 00 in anticipation of 100% reimbursement from the State
Public Service Commission including any share which may be allocated to the
Town of Lansing
RESOLUTION NO. 27—BOND RESOLUTION — TOMPKINS COUNTY
HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller It was Moved by Mrs Benson,
seconded by Mrs Livesay that the resolution be tabled A voice vote was taken
and the motion to table Lost. A roll call was taken on the resolution as follows
Ayes Representatives Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson, Bruce, Clynes, Culligan,
Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil, Miller, Kerr — 15 Noes — 0
Adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Representatives of the County of Tomp-
kins, New York, as follows
Section 1. The following are hereby authorized in and far the County of
Tompkins, New York
a The construction on the site of the existing County General Hospital,
located on Trumansburg Road in the Town of Ithaca, of a new hospital building,
including original furnishings, equipment, machinery and apparatus required
for the purposes for which such building will be used, and the gradin and im-
provement of the site thereof, at a maximum estimated cost of $20,100 000, and
b The reconstruction of the existing County hospital building on the afore-
said site, including original furnishings, equipment, machinery and apparatus
required for the purposes for which such reconstructed building will be used,
at a maximum estimated cost of $548,000
Section 2. The total estimated cost of the aforesaid specific objects or
purposes is $20,648,000, and the plan for the financing thereof is as follows
a By the issuance of $20,515,500 serial bonds of said County, hereby
authorized to be issued therefor pursuant to the Local Finance Law, of which
20 January 27, 1975
$19,998,000 serial bonds shall be issued for the specific object or purpose
described in paragraph a of Section 1 of this resolution and $517,500 serial bonds
shall be issued for the specific object or purpose described in paragraph b of
such Section, and
b By the expenditure of $132,500 heretofore appropriated and made available
from Federal revenue sharing funds, of which $102,000 was provided for the
specific object or purpose described in paragraph a of Section 1 of this resolu-
tion and $30,500 was provided for the specific object or purpose described in para-
graph b of such Section
Section 3. It is hereby determined as follows
a That subdivision 11(a) of paragraph a of Section 11 00 of the Local Finance
Law applies to the specific object or purpose described in paragraph a of Section
1 of this resolution, and that the period of probable usefulness thereof is thirty
years,
b That subdivision 12(a) (1) of said paragraph and Section of the Local Fi-
nance Law applies to the specific object or purpose described in paragraph b of
Section 1 of this resolution, and that the period of probable usefulness thereof is
twenty years,
c That the aforesaid current funds in the amount of $30,500, heretofore pro-
vided to pay a part of the cost of the specific object or purpose described in
paragraph b of Section 1 of this resolution, shall constitute the down payment
required in connection with the issuance of the serial bonds herein authorized
for such specific object or purpose, and
d That, pursuant to item (g) of subdivision 3 of paragraph d of Section
107 00 of the Local Finance Law, no down payment is required in connection
with the issuance of the bonds herein authorized for the specific object or pur-
pose described in paragraph a of Section 1 of this resolution
Section 4. The faith and credit of said County of Tompkins, New York, are
hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on
such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable An annual ap-
propriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and
interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year To the extent
not paid from other sources, there shall annually be levied on all the taxable
real property of said County a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest
on such bonds as the same become due and payable
Section 5. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to
authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of
the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals
of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Administrator, the chief fiscal
officer of such County Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents,
and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Ad-
ministrator, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law
Section 6. The validity of such bonds may be contested only if
1) Such bonds are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County
is not authorized to expend money, or
2) The provisions of law which should be compiled with at the date of publi-
cation of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit
or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after
the date of such publication, or
3) Such bonds are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitu-
tion
Section 7. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published
in full in the official newspapers of such County, together with a notice of the
Clerk of the Board of Representatives in substantially the form provided in Sec-
tion 81 00 of the Local Finance Law
January 27, 1975 21
RESOLUTION NO. 28—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Mr Haight questioned four
bills for the Assigned Counsel Plan and withdrew them from the audit until
the next meeting He said the bill that was previously withdrawn for the Wrecker
Service for storage of impounded cars was approved Ayes — 15 Noes — 0
Adopted
RESOLVED, That a list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to
General Fund $ 55,667 34
Eucumbrances 6,88213
Comp Insurance 1,490 24
Airport 13,761 00
Highway 111,907 88
$189,708 59
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
Mr Culligan placed in nomination for appointment to the Hospital Board
of Managers, the name of Mrs Helen Hoefer to replace Ronald Cotanch who
resigned The term expires December 31, 1977 He also placed in nomination the
name of Morris Garmise to be reappointed for a five-year term Said term ex-
pires December 31, 1979 He placed in nomination the name of Lawrence Siany
for a five-year term which expires December 31, 1979 Upon hearing no further
nominations, the above-named persons were declared members of the Hospital
Board of Managers -
Mr MacNeil placed in nomination the name of Steven Heslop to be laid on
the table for appointment as Keeper of the Covered Bridge in Newfield for 19'75
The Fire Advisory Board Appointments were withdrawn until later
Mr Kerr placed the name of Roger Gleason on the table for appointment to
the Soil Conservation District Board (Farm Bureau)
An executive session of the Board will be held at 9 00 a m on February 10
On motion, meeting adjourned
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REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 14 Excused — Representative Miller — 1
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the January 27th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Public Service Commission order referring motion and interlocutory appeals
to presiding examiner, American League of Anglers, Inc re NYS Stream Pro-
tection Law; copy of letter from New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation to Buyoucos King and Rheingold re Public Service Commission case
— Cayuga Station; Cortland County Legislature's resolution for Audit of TC3 Ex-
penditures, Public Service Commission regarding Cayuga Station dates of replies
re rulings on prehearing conference issues, Hugh Hurlbut sent summary list of
positions committed for funding under Title VI CETA, Public Service Commission
— NYSE&G Cayuga Station tentative hearing schedule, minutes of County Plan-
ning Board for January 8, Public Service Commission — NYSE&G — Cayuga
Station request for clarification, Mailgram advising Appalachian Regional Com-
mission approval of $789,090 grant for 13 mile access road serving Tompkins
County Industrial Park, Public Service Commission examiner verifying Harry
Kerr as Tompkins County Board Chairman, Office for Local Government sent
letter re temporary restraining order preventing enforcement of Federal Fair
Labor Standards Act of 1974, copy of letter from Dr Hamlisch to Robert Howard
re Jeffrey Grummons, letter and resolution from Tompkins County Senior Citizens'
Council, Inc re appreciation for support, STE re ARC Job Opportunity Preap-
plication, minutes of Planning and Public Works Committee for January 28,
Program Update from Cooperative Extension, copy of letter from Finger Lakes
Association to H B Dates re his appointment, copy of a letter of Public Service
Commission examiner to Alfred W Eipper re NYSE&G — Cayuga Station and
acknowledging his appearance on behalf of the Cayuga Lake Conservation Associa-
tion, minutes of TC3 Board of Trustees for January 9, Bureau of Resource Re-
cover, Division of Solid Waste, sent draft copy of a proposed Constitution; letter
from Hugh Hurlbut recommending Donald Wilson be appointed as Acting Director
of Probation until a Director can be appointed, Pistol Permits for January
totalled $115 00, letter from Hospital Affiliates, Nashville, Tenn re hospital con-
sultants and wish to be notified of whom to contact on committees, STE reviews
for NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services, Police Instructor Standards and
Penal Law Instruction for Police Officers, NYS Division for Youth Non -Secure
Detention Unit — Group Home Development, and NYS Department of Labor
CETA Title VI Balance of State, letter from William J Kiernan, Loan Officer
of the Ithaca Savings and Loan Association to Harry Kerr stating they are selling
the property at 215 N Aurora Street in Ithaca known as the Tectonics Building
or Acrographics Building
Mrs Pauline Darrett spoke under privilege of the floor regarding her com-
plaints concerning the Human Rights Commission
Mrs Louise DeLaurentis spoke to the board urging them to vote against
the proposed Charter amendment — Local Law No 1 pertaining to qualifications
for holding office of County Legislator
Mr Dates introduced Louis J Long, Secretary of the Tompkins County Area
Development Corporation who gave a report and explained the purpose and
function of the Corporation and mentioned some of their projects
Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said their next meeting
will be held February 19 at 7 30 p m The committee will be considering names
of people to fill a vacancy on the Mental Health Board as the Chairman of the
Board is leaving soon He reported the hospital has another budgetary problem
in the area of liabihty insurance on malpractice problems He asked Eugene
Arnold, Hospital Administrator, to attend the committee meeting on the 19th
to bring them up to date
February 10, 1975 23
Mr Webster, Chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, re-
ported the committee met January 29th and discussed resolutions that have been
proposed by other counties Mrs Livesay and Robert Watros are going to examine
the Clinton County proposal of implementation of the Fleishman Report He an-
nounced that committee members would be responsible for the following areas.
Mrs Livesay — Legislation, Economic Opportunity Corporation and Extension
Service, Mr Watros — Tompkins -Cortland Community College and County His-
torian, Mr Webster — Library and Elections They will pass on to the Chairman
the recommendation that the Charter be amended to comply with the committee
structure They also met with Charles Herndon of the Economic Opportunity
Corporation who spoke of Headstart budget problems and there is a resolution on
the agenda He also mentioned it was reported the Human Rights has hired an
investigator Last year there was approval for a consultant to do a report for the
library The report will be forthcoming The Library Board of Trustees has ap-
pointed a liaison committee to work with the County Administration Committee
on the county code They are distributing to committees and the board two resolu-
tions, one on the creation of an ad hoc Youth and Recreation Committee and a
resolution to the state requesting they not pass legislation requiring monies in
the middle of the year He hopes to have them prepared for the next meeting He
reported he and Mrs Livesay met with Mrs Darrett and now he has a better un-
derstanding of her concern They will be meeting with her again and will have a
report for the board He said they haven't yet prepared the financial report
Mrs Livesay reported the Ad Hoc Committee for Youth and Recreation will
meet tomorrow at 7 30 p m and welcomed board members to attend
Mr Holden, Chairman of the Personnel Committee, noted they will be pre-
senting resolutions today He reported the doctor who does county physicals does
not want to do so another year The cost for a new one would be $8 00 plus lab
charges The committee also discussed changes m procedures for applications
in the Personnel Department
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning and Public Works Committee, announced
the committee will meet on the fourth Thursday of each month at 12 00 noon
He reported regarding negotiations with Chartair at the airport Discussion was
had regarding the Ad hoc Youth and Recreation Committee The Planning and
Public Works Committee last year referred it to the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee and the subsequent action of the present committee was to refer it
also to the Intergovernmental Relations Committee He said he met with Mrs
Sisler and reviewed what county action is regarding the old court house The bids
will be opened March 5th
He said the name of Millard Brink will be considered later in the meeting
for appointment to the Soil Conservation District and James Gordon for appoint-
ment to the Environmental Management Council He reported that several repre-
sentatives had considered the cost and other factors regarding the impact of pos-
sibility of the board moving to the old court house and an estimate was received
of less than $50,000 to renovate this new court house Frank Liguori will give a
full impact statement at the next meeting The committee discussed interim
space for the Sheriff to house his staff and they recommended Plan B in DeWitt
Mall for a period not to exceed two years while the old court house is being
renovated They had discussion of Warren Road changes and architects will be
interviewed They also discussed the Sanitary Landfill on which they were in-
formed of the Tri -County Study underway regarding the impact of solid waste
in the area and should have results in the near future They listened to a proposal
re establishment of an airport sports center, motel, etc He said Mr Clynes is a
member of the City as well as the Junior National Olympic Planning Committee
and he will let them know in a month or two, the county's responsibility in getting
ready for this event He said there was no discussion re the lease of the restaurant
but there will be a resolution presented today for Mr Williamson and Mr Steven-
son to execute a lease or a transfer of lease from Mr Giordano to Mr Wilkinson
Mr Haight, Chairman of Public Safety and Correction Committee, said they
discussed the appointment of Don Wilson as Acting Director of Probation and
it is on the agenda for action today
Mr Webster, Chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said
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they conducted interviews and considered three applicants as possible Director
of Probation Don Wilson is qualified but does not have enough service as a
supervisor, therefore, the NYS Division of Probation ruled that he may serve
as Acting Director They find his work to be commendable and recommend his
appointment
Mr Haight mentioned there are corrections on the list of appointments to
the Fire Advisory Board in the Village of Cayuga Heights Lowell T George,
Delegate, Ronald Anderson, Alternate, Edward Collins, Delegate; and Gary
Moravec, Alternate The appointments will be made later in the meeting There
will be a resolution later in the meeting to appoint another Deputy Sheriff Mr
Hurlbut will report on that later There was discussion re moving the Sheriff's
Department to DeWitt Mall
Mr MacNeil reported they had a meeting February 3 of the Office for the
Aging On February 6 he wrote to notify the State of Susan Clark's appointment
as Director They are setting up an office at 225 S Fulton Street He, Mr Kerr,
Mr Stevenson and Mr Murphy met and discussed the management of the airport
under present supervision and under Mr Kerr's direction, Mr MacNeil and Mr
Stevenson will conduct a detailed research into proper management of the air-
port considering the Master Plan which will be available in February, and the
safety, legal and efficient operation and economic relationship to the county Job
descriptions will be studied and recommendations made in relationship to the
fixed -base operator, Alleghany and any other interested party These recom-
mendations will go to the Planning and Public Works Committee and then to
the board They received from Mr Williamson a copy of some of the costs involved
in carrier's landing at our airport and lease for that
Mrs Livesay reporting for the Social Services Committee said they met with
Robert Wagner, Commissioner of Social Services, regarding care in foster homes
They also approved several equipment purchases and discussed the committee
taking over the Office for the Aging and the Human Rights Commission
Mr Holden said they discussed the assigned workload in the Personnel
Department He also mentioned Thomas Griffin was appointed as Commissioner
of Jurors one year ago for a four-year term He said the law has changed and
heretofore any Juror had to see the judge to be excused People may now be
excused by contacting the Jury Commissioner
Mr Murphy, a member of the Hospital Construction Committee, said they met
February 7 to review the architects progress to date, to discuss alternate methods
of designating responsibilities during construction, and to solicit legal opinion on
the alternate methods under investigation in #2 Larry Hoffman described in
detail the diagrammatic plan that was submitted as a part of the Phase 2 applica-
tion to New York State Health Department The committee accepts as valid the
diagrammatic plan but took no action because additional input will shortly be
forthcoming from Albany, mechanical engineers, and others The committee did
direct considerable attention to placement of Route 96 The committee expressed
a confidence in the facts and principles delineated in the functional plan that
are tailored for this community Furthermore, should conditions change in the
future as a result of governmental edict, medical breakthrough, or other causes
— the current design allows sufficient flexibility to meet such change In the
near future other meetings will evaluate possible services from specialists who are
familiar with coordination and cost control as apphed to construction and pro-
curement
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, said they have been spending a lot of
time on regular year-end work He met with the new Human Rights Investigator
and she would like space available for her He also spoke with Susan Clark and
her office will be at 225 S Fulton Street Relative to the hospital EDP, as far as
cleaning up whatever program problems that have been identified, he talked with
several firms and has received proposals from four firms They settled on Auto-
mation Services proposal from Elmira and a man is on the fob full time There
will be a detailed report at the next board meeting
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, mentioned the proposed appeal by Rita
Schmidt on the County Sewer Case
February 10, 1975 25,
Mr Kerr called attention to the recommended policy on appointments Con-
siderable time has been spent on getting appointments up-to-date He asked the
board to look it over and possibly before the end of the year it could be amended
to our rules of the board Regarding committee assignments and responsibilities,
it is open for suggestions He asked it be in the record with the understanding
that each year it will be revised and brought up-to-date
Mr Robey questioned whether Mr Lee as a non-member of the Board could
continue to serve on the Industrial Development Agency Mr Williamson, County
Attorney, said he wrote to the New York State Audit and Control_ for clarification
and is awaiting a reply
Mr Culligan suggested a good look be taken at committees under the
Charter
It was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Kidney and adopted that a
resolution re lighting at the library and lease for the airport restaurant, be added
to the agenda
It was Moved by Mr Kidney, seconded by Mr Haight, and adopted that Reso-
lution No 15 Local Law No 1 be lifted from the table After a lengthy discussion,
a roll call was taken on the resolution which resulted as follows Ayes — Watros,
Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kerr — 6 Noes— Benson, Bruce, Culligan, Kid-
ney, Livesay, MacNeil, Robey, Webster — 9 Excused — Miller Resolution Lost.
RESOLUTION NO. 29—REQUEST FOR INCREASE IN FEDERAL FUNDS FOR
HEADSTART PROGRAMS
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Watros and adopted
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Economic Opportunity Corporation has
been operating Headstart and Child Development programs in this county, and
WHEREAS, the programs are of good quality and benefit the Tompkins
County community, and
WHEREAS, the programs have been operating at an austerity level of funding
so that if funding is not increased to meet cost -of -living increases and costs
of added mandated responsibilities this will result in a cut in the program in
quality, quantity or both, and
WHEREAS, the pressures in the community are for expanding rather than
curtailing these programs, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County sup-
ports the Economic Opportunity Corporation's request to the Federal Government
to fund an additional $48,000 for this program
RESOLUTION NO. 30—CREATION OF POSITION — HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson It was Moved by Mr Dates,
seconded by Mr Holden, to amend to put in the amount of $10,140 to be appro-
priated from the Contingent Fund Motion to amend adopted. A roll call on the
resolution as amended resulted as follows Ayes — 14 Noes — 0 Excused — 1
Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
that one position of Public Health Sanitarian (13-15), labor grade XIII, competi-
tive class, be created effective immediately, said position having been duly ad-
vertised,
RESOLVED, further, that the sum of $10,140 00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A-1990) to Public Health Department, Personal Services
(Code A-4010-100),
RESOLVED, further, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 31—CREATION OF POSITION — SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Webster Mr Hurlbut, Commissioner
of Personnel, explained to the board the reason for this request He said because
the Village of Trumansburg is creating their own Police Department, two Sheriff's
26 February 10, 1975
Deputies assigned to the village are coming back to the Sheriff's Department
He said it was considered and agreed to that there be one position created for
night duty in the jail from midnight to 8 00 a m and it was suggested one would
pick up counseling services for daytime programs and one for general duties
Mr Elmer Blomgren of the Jail Advisory Committee spoke expressing their
wishes that there be 24 hour jail coverage and also have someone work with the
Program Committee After a lengthy discussion, it was agreed the money be
appropriated and included in the resolution from the Contingent Fund A roll
call resulted Ayes — 14 Noes — 0 Excused —1 Resolution adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections and
Personnel Committees, that three positions of Deputy Sheriff originally created
for use in the Village of Trumansburg be transferred to regular positions,
RESOLVED, further, that one position of Deputy Sheriff (10-03), Labor Grade
X, Flaherty class, be created effective immediately, said position having been
duly advertised,
RESOLVED, further that the sum of $8,231 00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A-1990) to Sheriff, Personal Services (Code A-3110-100),
RESOLVED, further, that the County Administrator be and hereby is author-
ized and directed to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 32—CREATION OF POSITION — MENTAL HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Robev A discussion followed and
the resolution was withdrawn and referred to the Health Committee
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That one position of Stenographer (05-09), competitive class, Labor Grade V, be
created on a half-time basis effective immediately, said position to be 100 per
cent reimbursable to the County under a grant from the N Y S Division of
Alcoholism, and said position having been duly advertised
RESOLUTION NO. 33—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations and
Personnel Committees, That one position of Library Clerk at Tompkins -Cortland
Community College be reclassified to Senior Library Clerk, competitive class,
Labor Grade D, effective immediately, monies having been included in the 1975
budget
RESOLUTION NO. 34—REVISION IN PAYMENT FOR MILEAGE TO PERSONS
ON JURY DUTY
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the
Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is authorized to
write our Assemblyman, Gary A Lee, asking hum to introduce legislation which
would change Section 749 A-2 of the Judiciary Law to allow municipalities to
set their own rates of reimbursement for mileage to trial and grand jurors to re-
place the present law mandating an allowance of ten cents per mile
RESOLUTION NO. 35—CREATION OF POSITION — OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Livesay Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services and Personnel Com-
mittees, That one position of Stenographer (05-09), Labor Grade V, competitive
class, be created effective immediately, said position having been duly advertised
RESOLUTION NO. 36—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE ASSIGNMENT OF
LEASE — GIORDANO
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Webster A discussion followed
and resolution was adopted
February 10, 1975 27
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins entered into a lease agreement with
Vincent Giordano for the leasing of the old Terminal building operated as a
restaurant, and
WHEREAS, said lease term commenced September 1, 1973, and continues for
a period of five years with an option to renew for an additional five years, and
WHEREAS, Section 15 of said contract authorized an assignment of said lease
by lessee upon the written consent of the County, and
WHEREAS, Vincent Giordano has requested that the County consent to an
assignment of said lease to Robert L Wilkinson D/B/A Airport Lounge, effective
as of February 1, 1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Pubhc Works Com-
mittee, that the County hereby consents to the assignment of said lease from
Vincent Giordano D/B/A Airport Heights Restaurant, to Robert L Wilkinson
D/B/A Airport Lounge, effective as of February 1, 1975, reserving to the county
all rights against the assignor under the terms of the lease agreement
RESOLVED, further, that the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute a consent to said assignment on behalf of
the County
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Holden, and adopted that Steven
Heslop be appointed as Keeper of the Covered Bridge in Newfield for the year
1975
The Chairman appointed Mr Don Wilson as Acting Director of the Probation
Department
It was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Haight and adopted that Erie
J Miller, Jr be appointed to the Agricultural District Advisory Committee and
serve as the chairman
It was Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Kidney that Stanley Warren be
appointed to serve on the Assessment Review Board to replace Edward A Lutz
The term is for three years and expires December 31, 1977
It was Moved by Mr Kidney, seconded by Mr Culligan and adopted that
James Gordon (member at large) and Roger Gleason (Extension) be appointed
to serve on the Environmental Management Council
It was Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Webster, and adopted that the
following persons be appointed to serve on the Fire Advisory Board -
City of Ithaca:
William Sullivan, Deg
Robert Cook, Alt
Charles Tuckerman, Deg
Kennedy Reeves, Alt
James Sheehan, Deg
John Harding, Alt
W Lyle Neigh, Deg
William Henry, Alt
Town of Lansing.
David L Beckley, Deg
Paul Welch, Alt
Max Crozier, Deg
Frederick Steinhardt, Alt
Town of Dryden.
Edward Bell, Deg
Donald Hansen, Alt
Edgar Parker, Deg
Joseph Petersen, Alt
Paul Edwards, Deg
Harold Case, Alt
Town of Danby:
Earl Colburn, Deg
William R Lehto, Alt
Town of Enfield:
Michael Carlisle, Deg
Larry Lanning, Alt
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Village of Cayuga Heights.
Lowell T George, Deg
Ronald Anderson, Alt
Edward Collins, Deg
Gary R Moravec, Alt
Town of Groton
Robert Walpole, Deg
Gary Miller, Alt
Harold Reese, Deg
Kenneth Shaw, Jr , Alt
Town of Caroline:
Silas E Ferguson, Deg
David Moesch, Alt
Town of Newfield:
Richard N Watson, Deg
Ralph J Payne, Sr , Alt
Town of Ulysses•
Brian Ford, Deg
Sidney Thompson, Alt
Jack Covert, Deg
Allen Gorton, Alt
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Holden, That Raymond
Blanchard be reappointed to the Multiple Residence Review Board for a three-
year term which expires December 31, 1977 Adopted
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Kidney, and adopted that
Millard Brink be appointed to serve on the County Planning Board
It was Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Haight, and adopted that
Thomas Todd be reappointed to serve on the Soil Conservation District Board for
a three-year term which expires December 31, 1977
Chairman Kerr reappointed Mr MacNeil to serve on the Board of Directors
of the Office for the Aging for 1975
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 26 p m
PUBLIC HEARING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1975
The Chairman called the public hearing on Local Law No 1 — 1975 —
Proposed Amendments to Local Law No 2 — 1966, to order at 10 00 a m
The Clerk read the notice of hearing which was published in the official
newspapers
COUNTY OF TOMPKINS
LOCAL LAW NO 1 — 1975
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO LOCAL LAW NO 2 — 1966
(Matter in parentheses is old, bold is new)
A local law of the County of Tompkins, State of New York, providing for the
amendment of Local Law No 2 — 1966, adopted by this Board September 26, 1966,
and amended by Local Law No 1 — 1971, adopted February 22, 1971
BE IT ENACTED by the Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins as
follows
Section 1 Section 2 of Local Law No 2 — 1966 is hereby amended by Local Law
No 1 — 1975 to read as follows Section 2 The following requirements must be
met in order to qualify for an exemption
1 Either the husband or wife must be 65 years of age or over on the date
the application for said exemption is filed,
2 Title to the property must have been vested in the owners of the property
for at least (5) 2 years prior to the date of the application,
3 The property must be used exclusively for residential purposes and be
occupied in whole or in part by the owner or owners and said property must be
their legal residence,
4 The income of all the owners must not exceed ($4,000) $6,500 during the
income tax year immediately preceding the date of application Where the title
to the property is vested in either a husband or wife, the combined income of the
husband and wife may not exceed ($4,000) $6,500. "Income" includes all social
February 24, 1975 29
security and retirement payments, interest, dividends, net rental income, salaries
or other earnings including net income from self-employment It does not include
gifts or inheritances received during the income tax year The burden of proof
is upon the applicants to show eligibility and they may be required to obtain and
submit copies of their latest Federal and State income tax returns, social security
statements, etc
Section 2 Application for such exemption must be made by the owner or all
of the owners of the property on forms prescribed by the State Board to be
furnished by the appropriate assessing authority and shall furnish the informa-
tion and be executed in the manner required or prescribed in said forms and
same shall be filed in the Assessor's office at the County Office Building, Ithaca,
New York, on or before taxable status date
a At least 60 days prior to the appropriate taxable status date, the assessing
authority shall mail to each person who was granted exemption pursuant to this
section on the latest completed assessment roll an application form and a notice
that such application must be filed on or before taxable status date and be ap-
proved in order for the exemption to be granted Failure to mail any such ap-
plication form and notice or the failure of such person to receive the same shall
not prevent the levy, collection and enforcement of the payment of the taxes on
property owned by such person
Section 3 If the application requesting a tax exemption is granted by the As-
sessor then, and in that event, the real property owned by the owner or owners
shall be assessed at 50% of the assessed value for the year in which it is granted
Section 4 Pursuant to Section 467 of the Real Property Tax Law, any conviction
of having made any wilful false statement in the application for such exemption,
shall be punishable by a fine of not more than One Hundred Dollars ($100 00)
and shall disqualify the applicant or applicants from further exemption for a
period of five (5) years
Section 6 This local law shall be effective immediately
Mrs Helen Vandervort expressed her appreciation for all that has been
done which has enabled this law to become a reality
The Chairman closed the public hearing at 10 05 a m
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY. FEBRUARY 24, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 06 a m
Present 13 Representatives Excused — Mr Culligan and Mr Haight — 2
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance
The minutes of the February 10th meeting were approved as submitted
The Clerk noted the following correspondence was received for filing and/
or referred to the proper committee for action
Copy of a memorandum to John Murphy from Frank Liguori re Tri -County
Solid Waste Recovery, Leonard S Wegman Co , Inc Consulting Engineer, Septem-
ber -October 1974, Controllers Contract No C75877, minutes County Sewer Agency
meeting January 30, 1975 and Comprehensive Sewerage Study Progress Report
as of January 30, 1975, minutes of the Ad hoc Youth and Recreational Services
Committee meeting on January 15, 1975, "Report of the Office of Public Counsel"
Rail Services Planning Office, Interstate Commerce Commission January 1975,
summarization of First Task Force Committee meeting January 13, 1975, informa-
tion memorandum from NYS Executive Department Office for the Aging re New
York State Council on the Aging, memorandum to City, Village and Town Planning
Boards, Tompkins County from Frank Liguori re Summary of amendment to the
NYS Environmental Conservation Law — Mined Land Reclamation Law, State of
New York Department of Public Service Board on Electric Generation Siting
and the Environment re Case 80002 — NYSEG Corporation — Cayuga Station;
minutes of the Second meeting of the Balance of State Manpower Planning
Council of Dec 18, notice to local agencies, Division of Criminal Justice Services/
30 February 24, 1975
1975 Action Grant Application/Statewide STE 75-18, notice of Tentative State
Equalization Rate — City of Ithaca, 62 16, certificates of Final Equalization Rates
— Village of Dryden — 63, Village of Freeville — 59, Village of Groton — 79,
Village of Trumansburg — 62, copy of letter, questionnaire and tables supplied
to the Commission on Eminent Domai nand Real Property Tax Assessment Re-
view from Assessment Department, STE Board minutes for January 15, copy of
Women's Multi -Purpose Center proposal and description of work program, letter
from Dept of Transportation, FAA, re certification/safety inspection at Tompkins
County Airport, Huber, Magill, Lawrence & Farrell to Public Service Commission
re Cayuga Station Article VIII and errata and inspection sheet correcting errors
in Supplement No 4, copy of a letter Dept of Labor to Commissioner of Per-
sonnel re Title VI state agencies plan for county, memorandum re Regional Rail
Reorganization Act of 1973 Association's Preliminary System Plan, letter from
Carl Willsey re Hospital Affiliates potential management of new facility, letter
from Ruth Durling, Secretary, Veterans' Day Committee concerning proposed
monument for veterans who served during Korean and Vietnam Wars, STE Area -
wide and Local Planning for Health Action/Primary Care Cooperative, STE
Division of Criminal Justice Services/ 1975 Action Grant — Comprehensive Crime
Control Plan, STE Social Service — Commission for visually handicapped/State-
wide umbrella radio project for older blind, STE Tompkins County Airport Im-
provements FY 1975-1976, Dept of Labor corrections to NYS Manpower Directory,
minutes of Tompkins County Library Board of Trustees for January 28, 1975, copy
of letter from the Public Service Commission to Robert Roberson re Environ-
mental Conservation announcement to appoint an associate examiner and take
active part in future course of proceedings, Public Service Commission to hear-
ing examiner request for reconsideration of applicants' witnesses, copy of
memorandum from Frank Liguori to Hugh S MacNeil re representatives from
Village of Lansing to County Planning Board, County Sewer Agency and Co Sewer
Distnct No 1, NYS Select Legislative Committee on Transportation notice of
public hearing February 25 in Albany on operating assistance and incentive
grants for public transportation in New York, Health Committee minutes for
January 21, resolution from Sullivan County requesting Governor Carey to re-
store funds for training of volunteer firemen and the continued operation of the
State Academy of Fire Science, letter from County Officers' Association re de-
velopment of a new formula for the apportionment of general state revenue
sharing that recommends using need, capacity and effort as its basis, resolution
from Niagara County urging the state to pass legislation making all costs of fringe
benefits in County Public Health and Probation departments eligible for State
Aid, letter from STE recommending the water, sewer and fire pond for Tompkins
County Industrial Park to Appalachia Regional Commission for funding — all
necessary applications and documentations should be submitted OPS by March 1,
1975, copies of letters from Tompkins County Environmental Management Council
to Department of Environmental Conservation and Bureau of Lands and Forests
re an early March forum on the designation of Fall Creek as a recreational river,
copy of letter from Dept of Labor to Hugh Hurlbut re retention of services of
staff members D'Eredita and Masucci, memorandum from Frank Liguori to
Board members re report of "Factual" information on alternate proposals and
implications use of old and new court house, Dept of Labor information re the
obligation of CETA - OJT funds during January 1975, letter from Tompkins
County Fair Association requesting for funds, copy of executed agreement Cornell
University and Cooperative Extension Association of Tompkins County, executed
agreement between County of Tompkins and Mall Airways, Inc , executed copy
of lease agreement between County of Tompkins and Cooperative Extension for
the Office for the Aging, letter from Arthur DeGrout, Prospect Enterprises, Inc
re NYS Stream Protection Law, Public Service Commission re NYSE&G Cayuga
Station — change of address for David Dinsmore Comey to 4 James Street
Ithaca, Public Service Commission acknowledged receipt of the joint resolution
filed on behalf of County of Tompkins and Town of Lansing, resignation of Alton
I Reed as Agricultural Representative on the Tompkins County Environmental
Management Council, received summary of the grant application as required by
paragraph 99 13 (c) (1) of the Rules and Regulations for Title VI of the Compre-
February 24, 1975 31
hensive Employment and Training Act, certificate of insurance from H A Carey
Co , Inc for general liability for Robert L Wilkinson d/b/a Airport Lounge, letter
from NYS Executive Department Office for the Aging approving the application
establishing an Area Agency on Aging in Tompkins County, effective period is
January 1, 1975, A-95 Reviews December 19, 1974 to January 16, 1975, resolution
from Dutchess County endorsement of Legislative Proposal No 2 relative to the
financing of Community College, resolution from Cortland County re TC3 Audit
and a resolution from Rockland County memorializing the governor and Rockland
County elected State Representatives to oppose any cuts in state aid to educational
or local governments, copy of point statement by the directors of the Alcohol
Information Center and the Alcohol Recovery Program, minutes of Social
Services Committee meeting of February 4, Public Service Commission re
NYSE&G hearing acknowledging letter from Francis Fallon (Huber, Magill,
Lawrence & Farrell), STE Reviews of NYS Department of Labor/CETA Title II/
Modification Balance of State and NYS Dept of Education/Right to Read Plan,
letter from Assemblyman Gary A Lee resigning as a director of Tompkins County
Industrial Development Agency
Mr Bruce again questioned appointments to Industrial Development Agency
and nature of representation on it and structure of the Agency He asked if the
by-laws could be made available to the board to study and make a decision so if
and when such a problem arises again The County Attorney was asked to make
available by-laws and action of the board establishing the corporation It was sug-
gested that the by-laws be in the record of the board Mr Bruce said he would
like clarified the relationship between the board and the Industrial Development
Agency
Mrs Ruth Pettengill reported pertinent to the Human Services Coalition
and thanked the board for all the support given them
Mr Miller reported relative to the septic tank sludge situation in the Town
of Carohne He contacted the state and before they will approve any site again,
they will come down and examine it
Mr Kerr said he attended a meeting with many others at the Tin Can to
try to come up with recommendations re efficiencies in the human services in the
county
Mr Dates, Chairman of the Budget and Administration Committee, said Mr
Murphy is in contact with the Department of Audit and Control regarding revenue
sharing and hopefully a report and resolution will be presented at the first meet-
ing in March
Mr Watros, Health Committee, reported the committee met on February 19
There was discussion on proposal for a rate raise at the hospital He suggested a
special meeting be held with the Board of Managers and the Construction Com-
mittee to further discuss this matter so action may be taken at the next board
meeting He said later in the meeting he will withdraw Resolution No 32 per-
taining to Creation of Position at the Mental Health Department from the agenda
Mr Robey, Health Committee, spoke regarding Resolution No 32 pertaining
to the Creation of position at the Mental Health Department which was withdrawn
at the February 10th meeting He said it was discussed and the committee felt
it would support the position if the state could guarantee in writing that funds
will be available He said he attended a Mental Health Board meeting and the
Alcoholism Steering Committee has been formed to assist the Alcoholism Co-
ordinator, Mrs Ingrid Goulder Mr Miller will be on the committee They asked
her to put together in writing a summary of various efforts in the county directed
toward alcoholism and she has agreed to do a report The Mental Health Board
has formed a nominating committee to suggest names for replacement for Mr
Jackson Hall who resigned
Mr Eugene Arnold, Administrator of the Tompkins County Hospital, re-
ported on the proposed rate increase He also said they are waiting for a final
report on the appeal from the State Health Department
Mr Webster, Chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Commitee, said
they are having a meeting Thursday, February 27th at 4 00 p m They met with
Mr Carpenter, Chairman of the Tompkins County Library Board of Trustees
32 February 24, 1975
They have received the Greer report and are reviewing and will make it avail-
able to the board as soon as they finish the review
Mr Holden, Chairman of the Personnel Committee, reported they met Febru-
ary 10th They are discussing the moving expense policy and asked Mr Hurlbut
to write to the County Administrator to include this m the administrative manual
There will be a recommendation regarding staffing in the Personnel Department
at the next meeting They have received a request from the City of Ithaca for the
County to take over the civil service function It is under discussion and there
will be a report soon He requested a short committee meeting after the board
meeting
Mr Kerr said he is holdmg an executive committee meeting following this
meeting
Mr MacNeil reported the committee for the Office for the Aging met
February 17 Susan Clarke is working up a fob description for an assistant The
Nutrition Program is thought to be with the Extension Service until July and are
to find out whether the Office for the Aging should take it over Beverly
Livesay is now going to be a representative of the Office for the Aging There
was a Budget Committee set up It was thought they would get a credit card for
the Department of the Office for the Aging The next meeting is March 3 They
feel the Office should be open February 24 The State is taking request for first
quarter funding under consideration and the office should spend their own
money first He said the committee has been interviewing engineers for the War-
ren Road Project He would like a resolution regarding this added to the agenda
later in the meeting Mr Liguori, Planning Commissioner, wrote a memo to the
board regarding alternate proposals and implications for the use of the old and
new court house They are awaiting the Public Safety and Correction Committee to
approve Plan A or B for the move of the Sheriff's Department Discussion was
held regarding Building C and he feels the building is overloaded He asked every-
one to study the impact statement from Mr Liguori and perhaps at the next
meeting the board could take a formal vote A Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee meeting will be held February 27 at noon
Mrs Benson, Public Safety and Correction Committee, said they met February
19 and discussed the contract for the radio system maintenance contract which
Mr Harlin McEwen has negotiated This contract will be on the agenda for ap-
proval at the next meeting They approved the use of the board room for the
Grand Jury and also, upon the request of the District Attorney, are installing
another telephone line Mr Webster is looking into the Personnel needs of Family
Court They are continuing to look into the moving of the Sheriff's Department
There will be a special meeting on March 12 regarding Criminal Justice report
and the sections they have not considered
Mr Miller, Social Services Committee, said they had their first meeting
on February 4th They will be meeting at 4 00 p m on the 1st Tuesday of each
month He asked if the board still wants to receive the monthly report of the
Social Services Department It was decided one copy will be filed with the Clerk
of the Board each month and be available for anyone interested
Mr Dates reported relative to the Four -County Rail Committee There will
be a copy of recommendations as soon as they are made official They will be
reporting further on this matter He attended a meeting of the State Crime
Control Commission There is money available through the Southern Tier East
Regional Planning Board There will be a meeting of the Steering Committee for
the proposed Cayuga Station February 25th
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, reported on the final appropriations and
transfer figures for 1974 He also reported relative to the EDP System at the
hospital
Chairman Kerr reported he has attended many meetings He attended an
enjoyable gathering with the 4-H Group at the Cayuga Preventorium He also
said the County Charter calls for an Executive Committee to meet once a month
and there will be a meeting immediately following this meeting
It was Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Watros and adopted that Resolu-
tion No 32 — Creation of Position — Mental Health Department, be withdrawn
February 24, 1975 33
from the agenda and a resolution pertaining to Engineer for the Warren Road
project be added to the agenda
RESOLUTION NO. 37—ADOPTION OF LOCAL LAW NO. 1 — 1975 — AMEND-
MENTS TO LOCAL LAW NO. 2 — 1966
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Thomas Payne, Director of
Assessment, explained the change A roll call resulted as follows Ayes — 13
Noes — 0 Excused — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after notice required by law on
Local Law No 1 — 1975, relative to amendments to Local Law No 2 — 1966, as
amended by Local Law No 1 — 1971, increasing the income limitation to $6,500
for those 65 years of age or over and further amending said Local Law No 2 —
1966, as amended to conform with recent legislation, and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on February 24, 1975, at 10 00 o'clock
in the morning thereof, no one appeared in opposition to said amendment, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee that said Local Law No 1 — 1975, be and the same hereby is adopted,
RESOLVED, further, that the Clerk of the Board publish a true copy of said
local law in the official newspapers of the County, for two successive weeks, with-
in ten days after this local law is adopted, and after said local law shall have been
finally adopted, the Clerk shall file within five days one certified copy of the of-
fice of the County Clerk, one certified copy with the State Comptroller and four
certified copies with the Secretary of State
RESOLUTION NO. 38—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes — 13 — Noes — 0
Excused — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $11,932 25 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are
Claim No 90 — Construction Costs — $11 932 25
RESOLVED, that the aforesaid amount be and the same hereby is audited
and approved
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is author-
ized and direced to pay said claim out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 39—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT — CO-
OPERATIVE EXTENSION ASSOCIATION OF TOMPKINS
COUNTY
Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mrs Benson Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, that the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute
the agreement between the County of Tompkins and the Cooperative Extension
Association of Tompkins County dated January 1, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 40—RESOLUTION FOR CORRECTION OF CERTAIN
CLERICAL ERRORS ON TAX ROLLS
Moved by Mr Robev seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
WHEREAS, application has been received for correction of a clerical error
pursuant to Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law, and
WHEREAS, the Director of Assessment of Tompkins County has pursuant to
Section 554, investigated all facts and circumstances surrounding the claimed
clerical error to determine whether same exists, and
WHEREAS, the said Director of Assessment of Tompkins County has trans-
mitted a written report of his investigation and his recommendation for action
thereon, together with copies of the application to the Tompkins County Board of
Representatives, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That this board hereby approves said application,
RESOLVED, further, that the Director of Assessment is authorized to notate
34 February 24, 1975
the approval of said application on the copy of same and enter thereon the
correct extension of taxes,
RESOLVED, further, that this Board hereby orders and directs Lois Baker,
the Collecting Officer for the Town of Groton to correct said tax roll and tax
bill for the year 1975,
RESOLVED, further, that the Clerk of the Board shall forward a certified
copy of this resolution and order to Lois Baker, the Collecting Officer of the
Town of Groton and to the applicant, and that there be charged to the County
$0.11 and to the Town $9.80
RESOLUTION NO. 41—RESOLUTION URGING CONGRESSIONAL ACTION TO
CLARIFY STATE DOT PARTICIPATION IN HIGHWAY
ORIENTED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENTS
UNDER NEPA
Moved by Mr Clynes, seconded by Mr MacNeil Adopted
WHEREAS, recent court rulings indicate that the responsibility for the
preparation of Environmental Impact Statements relative to highway construc-
tion is properly a function of the Federal Highway Administration under the
National Environmental Protection Act and not the State Department of Trans-
portation, and
WHEREAS, the effect of this ruling seriously sets back time tables in rela-
tion to the construction of new highways m the State of New York which have
already advanced through the Environmental Impact Statements, and
WHEREAS, in particular, said court ruhng will have a significant effect
on the time table for the reconstruction of Rt 96, which is turn has significant
impact upon the reconstruction of the County Hospital, the traffic patterns at the
hazardous Octopus intersection, and improvements in the grade crossings of the
Lehigh Valley Railroad and major highway systems in the City of Ithaca, there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives urges the
Congress of the United States to rectify the impact of the court decision by
authorizing the Federal Highway Administration to utilize the services and re-
sources of the State Department of Transportation in relation to preparation of
Environmental Impact Statements on new highway construction, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Congressman
Matthew McHugh, Congressman William F Walsh, Senator Jacob K Javits,
Senator William T Smith, NYS Commissioner of Department of Transportation,
Commissioner of Public Works, Commissioner of Planning
RESOLUTION NO. 42—RESOLUTION URGING APPALACHIA REGIONAL COM-
MISSION AND CONGRESS TO CONSIDER ADDING THE
RT. 13 CORRIDOR FROM ELMIRA, NEW YORK
THROUGH ITHACA AND TERMINATING AT CORTLAND
1.81 AS AN EXTENSION OF THE APPALACHIA THRU-
WAY CONCEPT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes A discussion followed and
resolution was adopted
WHEREAS, the Ithaca urban area is the only urban growth area of the State
of New York without a good connecting link to the Interstate and Express high-
way systems, and
WHEREAS, the State of New York Department of Transportation has desig-
nated the Rt 13 corridor as a "principle highway" in the State Transportation
Master Plan, and
WHEREAS, the NYS Department of Transportation has concluded that the
costs of major improvements to Rt 13 are in excess of the funds which are cur-
rently available to the State of New York for the development of "principle high-
ways",
WHEREAS, it its understood that the Appalachia Regional Commission is
urging the Congress to extend the corridor authority mileage of the Appalachia
Regional Commission from 2,700 miles to 2,900 miles, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins
does urge the NYS Department of Transportation, the Appalachia Regional Com-
February 24, 1975 35
mission and the Congress, to consider the extension of the Appalachia Regional
Commission's highway corridor authority to include the Rt 13 corridor from
Elmira, through Ithaca to Cortland, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Southern Tier East Regional Planning and Develop-
ment Board, a local development district under the Appalachia Regional Com-
mission, be urged to support this resolution, and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to Congressman Mat-
thew McHugh, Congressman William F Walsh, Senator Jacob K Javits, Senator
James L Buckley, Assemblyman Gary A Lee, State Senator William T Smith,
Southern Tier East Regional Planning and Development Board, County of Cort-
land, County of Chemung, NYS Office of Planning Service, NYS Department of
Transportation, Commissioner of Public Works, and Commissioner of Planning
RESOLUTION NO. 43—WELCOMING THE NEW VILLAGE OF LANSING AND
EXTENDING MEMBERSHIP ON AGENCIES AND
BOARDS
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr MacNeil It was Moved by Mr Bruce,
seconded by Mrs Benson, That an amendment be added as follows
"RESOLVED, That all departments of county government are directed to extend
maximum cooperation and efficient and orderly establishment of village govern-
ment functions, and That the department heads of county government be added
to the distribution list of this resolution " Amendment Adopted. Resolution as
amended adopted.
WHEREAS, the people of the Village of Lansing have approved the forma-
tion of a new Village of Lansing and have now elected a Mayor and Village
Board, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the new Village of Lansing be and they are hereby wel-
comed into the family of municipal corporations within the county, and be it
further
RESOLVED, That the Village Board of Trustees of the Village of Lansing
is hereby extended the privilege of representation on the following organizations
which are municipally oriented in their membership The County Planning Board,
The County Sewer Agency, County Sewer District No 1, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Board expresses its sincere desire for continued, on-
going intermunicipal cooperation for the general improvement of the welfare of
all peoples of this county,
RESOLVED, further, That all departments of County Government are directed
to extend maximum cooperation to efficient and orderly establishment of village
government functions
RESOLUTION NO. 44—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — CHAM-
BER OF COMMERCE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Watros A brief discussion followed
and resolution was adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, that the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute
a contract with the Chamber of Commerce providing the Chamber of Commerce
with $12,500 00 for the year, 1975, to promote tourism and informational services
for the County of Tompkins for said period
RESOLUTION NO. 45—SELECTION OF CONSULTING ENGINEER TO DESIGN
WARREN ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes Adopted
WHEREAS, the Board of Representatives did authorize by means of Resolu-
tion No 104, April 16, 1973, the filing of an application to the Appalachia Regional
Commission and the NYS Department of Transportation for improvements to
Warren Road in the vicinity of the Tompkins County Industrial Park as an
Appalachian local access road improvement, and
WHEREAS, the Appalachia Regional Commission and the State of New York
Department of Transportation has declared their intention to assume 100% of
the actual construction cost now estimated at $1,250,000, and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No 104, 1973, the Board of Representatives did
36 February 24, 1975
agree to assume 100% of the costs of the engineering design, the cost for any
right-of-way acquisitions, and any other ineligible construction costs, and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee has interviewed three
qualified Consulting Engineers, therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Planning and Public Works
Committee that Engineer Thomas G Miller is hereby selected, subject to ap-
proval by the NYS Department of Transportation, to submit a scope of service
and a proposal for the design of said road improvements m accordance with
specifications of the NYS Department of Transportation, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the proposal and scope of services by submitted to NYS
Department of Transportation and subsequently to this Board for authorization
to proceed with a contractual agreement, and be it further
RESOLVED, That upon completion of the preliminary design, the plan be
presented before the Board for approval and authorization to proceed to final
plans
RESOLUTION NO 46—AUTHORIZATION TO EXPUNGE TAXES
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has advised the County that it has the oppor-
tunity to acquire three parcels of propery located at 219, 223 and 309 Floral
Avenue in the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is interested in acquiring said parcels as an
addition to park areas in the Floral Avenue area, and/or future use in the
widening of Floral Avenue if said widening were deemed necessary, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is willing to expunge taxes due to the City
of Ithaca prior to the year, 1967, when the present owner acquired said property,
and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is desirous of purchasing said parcel from
the current owner for the use aforesaid, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca requested the County of Tompkins to ex-
punge taxes due the County on 219 Floral Avenue prior to 1967 in the amount
of approximately $350 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, that taxes due the County of Tompkins on parcel located at 219 Floral
Avenue, accrued prior to 1967, in the approximate amount of $350 00 be and the
same hereby are expunged,
RESOLVED, further, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to expunge said taxes from the record
RESOLUTION NO 47—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Excused
— 2 Adopted
RESOLVED, That a list of claims against the County of Tompkins chargeable
to
General Fund $ 74,11555
Encumbrance 1,964 27
County Self Insurance 149 30
Dog Fund 17 70
Printing Transfers 2,753 81
Airport 41,901 08
Highway 135,805 55
$256,707 26
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
Mr Kerr said Mr Lee resigned from the Industrial Development Agency
and he would like to have his name put on the table for consideration to replace
him
On motion, meeting adjourned until Monday, March 3 at 7 30 p m
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March 10, 1975 37
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 10, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
' Present 12 Excused — Representatives Dates, Watros — 2 Absent — Repre-
sentative Miller (arrived) — 1
' Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag
The minutes of the February 24th meeting were approved, subject to cor-
rection by the Clerk
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
"Preliminary Views on Rail Restructuring" from Rail Services Planning Of-
fice, minutes of Personnel Comnuttee for February 10, letter from Robert Earle
Chairman, Environmental Management Council, informing that Professor Gene
Likens, Department of Ecology and Septematics at Cornell, has been designated
as Environmental Management Council Representative to the Cayuga Station
Steering Committee, notice from Public Service Commission that law firm of
Berlin, Roisman, Kessler and Cashdan of Washington, D C , has been retained by
Alfred Eipper, Mrs Elaine Gill and Mrs Dooley Kieffer on behalf of groups they
represent (respectively — Cayuga Lake Coalition, Coalition to Conserve Cayuga
Lake and League of Women Voters of Tompkins County), letter from Judge Bruce
G Dean recommending Plan "B" of Frank Liguori's communication relating to use
of new and old Court House, resolutions from Tompkins -Cortland Community Col-
lege Board of Trustees re Phase I — Capital Equipment in the amounts of $2,360
and $740 and also resolution of appreciation to Trustee Manley H Thaler for
donating labor and materials to provide TC3 logo in center jump circle of the
basketball court, Questionnaire from Joseph E Seagram and Sons, Inc , United
States Bicentennial Project documenting county court houses across the country,
letter from STE Regional Planning Board re latest information regarding Title
X of Job Opportunities Program, copies of letters from Thomas Payne to Vito
Grasso, NYS Assembly Standing Committee on Real Property Taxation, request-
ing complete repeal of Section 470 by passage of Assembly Bill No 2429 or at
least Assembly Bill No 1303 freeze on assessed valuation of central office equip-
ment by telephone companies, STE Review on NYS Division of Probation/Demon-
stration Comprehensive Probation Program and STE review of NYS Department
of Transportation/Federal-State Cooperative Work Program, letter from Helen
Vandervort thanking the Board on behalf of the Legislative Committee of the
Tompkins County Senior Citizens Council for raising tax exemption level to $6,500
for the elderly and support in many of its programs, copy of a letter from Howard
Stevenson to Louis J Cardinali, Chief Airport Division, FAA in response to his
letter of February 7 re certification/safety inspection No 2 Tompkins County
Airport, resolution from Lansing Town Board re agreement with Reinmann-
Buechner for impact analysis study for Cayuga Station and appointing Wesley
McDermott, Louis Bush, and Bert Hilliard to Joint Steering Committee, minutes
of proposed Cayuga Station Impact Study Steering Committee meetmv of February
25, 1975, copy of a letter from Tompkins County Veterans' Service Director Rich-
ard Cummings to James Mastin Chief Veterans' Service Director re VA records
listing deceased veterans of either Korean or the Viet Nam campaigns, resume of
James Gordon who has been recommended to the EMC to represent recreation
interests, STE Review of Community Development Block Grant Ithaca/Tompkins
County, Resource Conservation and Development Project Executive Board meeting
of February 26 and the February report, minutes of the County Planning Board
for February 12, Public Service Notice of Cayuga Station application/concluding
preliminary interrogation of the applicants witnesses sponsoring testimony regard-
ing parts 74 2 (a) and 80 2 (a) (2) (v) is warranted, STE Volume 2, Economic
Activity of the Board Growth Area Study, pistol permits for February 1975 totaled
to $136 00, memorandum from NYS Office of Court Administration re new re-
porting system for civil proceedings in the Supreme Court and the County Courts
outside the City of New York, Eleanor Nicolas McQuillm interested in position as
Medical Examiner; certificate of Final State Equalization Rate for Village of
Cayuga Heights — 64, minutes of Board of Managers for January 20, 1975, letter
38 March 10, 1975
from Robert S Coppola of the Design Company, re a signage system for the
hospital and redesign of the airport interior, letter from Mrs Priscilla Smith,
Senior Field Representative of NYS Office for the Aging acknowledging receipt
of application for State Aid under the Recreation for the Elderly Program, copy
of letter to Frank Liguori from Judge Johnson re old and new court house, letter
from Seymour Smidt, Mayor of the Village of Lansing, notifying that the Board of
Trustees appointed Edward Foss and Anne Furry as members of County Sewer
District No 1 representing the village, William Allard, Fiscal Officer of NYS
Office for Aging, enclosing official copy of the notification of Grant awarded,
application and budget for the first year Area Plan of the Tompkins County
Office for the Aging, Sierra Club Niagara Group re hardings March 19, 1975 Case
80002 — NYSE&G Corporation — Cayuga Station — list of parties, copy of letter
to President Bahar, TC3, from Hendrix Dullea, Chancellor of State University of
New York, re a resolution passed by the State Board of Trustees re increase of
operating budget for TC3 September 1, 1974 - August 31, 1975, copy of letter
to Huber, Magill, Lawrence, and Farrell from Public Service Commission re Re-
quest for clarification of the Commission's Order issued January 22 in Case 80002
— NYSE&G — Cayuga Station, minutes of Social Services Comnuttee of March
4, Demand for Arbitration — Claimant Caudill, Rowlett, Scott and Levatich,
Miller, Hoffman to Counties of Tompkins and Cortland re TC3 project
Under privilege of the floor, Mr Herbert Ley, Ambassador from 4-H in the
Town of Lansing, explained the programs of the 4-H One is a 4-H Ambassador
Program for Youths 15-18 and another is the Interstate Program
Councilman Donald Slatterly from the City of Ithaca's Intergovernmental
Relations Committee, spoke to the board regarding a proposal for improving
governmental administration and policies He read a report on improving inter-
governmental cooperation and asked it be referred to the proper committee
of the Board of Representatives The Chairman referred this request to the
Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Mrs Pauline Darrett spoke opposing the appropriation of $5,000 to the Human
Rights Commission She feels the Commission should be abolished both on local
and state levels
Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Bruce, a member of the Budget & Administration Committee, said the
committee met twice since the last meeting and will be presenting a resolution
for the creation of a position in the Budget & Administration Department to
work with Mr Murphy to develop an administrative code They also went over
the revenue sharing again Mr Murphy and Mr Williamson are drawing up a
contract and hope to bring to the board for action at the next meeting He said
the EDP problem at the hospital seems to be making progress
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said there is a vacancy
on the Mental Health Board
Mr Webster, Chairman of Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said
they are in the process of reviewing state legislation and resolutions from other
counties He said Mr Watros and Mrs Livesay reported on their findings re-
garding Clinton County's resolution of support of the Fleishman Report The com-
mittee does not feel at this time they can support it because part of it is out of
date and not applicable He said Mr Watros reported on the community college's
efforts to save money through shedding process during peak electrical consump-
tion periods They will be receiving a request from the college regarding this
matter In reviewing State Legislation, they considered a law that would change
the status of Probation Officers to peace officers They are suggesting the county
pass a resolution against that legislation and will have a resolution at the next
meeting They will also present today a resolution for a Youth Service and Youth
Recreation Study Committee He said reviewing all the legislation is awesome and
if anyone has any feeling about particular legislation, let them know
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning and Public Works Committee, reported
that bids were received for the renovation of the Old Court House The committee
will be reviewing them and will have a recommendation He said copies of the
Airport Master Plan were distributed to the board
Mrs Benson, Public Safety and Correction Committee, said there will be a
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resolution later m the meeting regarding a maintenance agreement for the
radio communications system
Mr Miller, Chairman of the Social Services Committee, said everything
seems to be running smoothly in all departments State and federal auditors have
visited the department and have not found any fraud or ineligibility in Tompkins
County in the last 15 months
Mrs Livesay reported that the Advisory Council for the Office for the Agmg
is meeting twice monthly The Secretary has been hired The committee approved
the fob description for the program assistant They are already receiving many
calls She said a decision was made at the last meeting to take over the Nutrition
Program The Extension Department was running the program temporarily until
the Office for the Aging was established She said it was her understanding no
action of this board is required at this time since it is in the existing resolution
There was a question on whether there should be a resolution of approval by the
Board The Chairman asked the County Attorney to have an opinion at the next
meeting as to whether action is needed by the board She also reported that the
Municipal Officers' Association will meet March 19 There will be a meeting on
Equalization and Assessment April 2.
Mr Stevenson reported on the Hospital Construction Committee He met with
architects and are still working on their most efficient layout for the hospital -
County Attorney Williamson said a Demand for Arbitration was received from
the architects He met with Tompkins -Cortland Community College people and is
preparing an answer to this Arbitration Demand
Chairman Kerr said the Bicentennial Commission has met and agreed to have
their headquarters in the Clinton House It has been proposed that Mr Patrick
Foltz, County Historian, be added to the Commission
It was Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Webster, and adopted that
a resolution for the creation of a position in the Budget and Administration
Office, be added to the agenda
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Kidney, and adopted, that a
resolution authorizing counties to participate in the Planning Assistance Program,
be added to the agenda
RESOLUTION NO 48—APPROVAL OF INCREASED RATES — TOMPKINS
COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Clynes Mr Culligan stated it was
without recommendation of the Health Committee After a lengthy discussion, it
was Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr Robey, That the resolution be
amended to say that room rates and fees at the hospital on file with the Clerk
be reduced by fifty per cent A discussion followed and a roll call on the amend-
ment resulted as follows Ayes — Representatives Culligan, Miller, Webster,
Kerr — 4 Noes — Benson, Bruce, Clynes, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Mac-
Neil, Robey — 9 Excused — 2 Amendment Lost. It was Moved by1 Mr Webster,
seconded by Mrs Benson, That this resolution be tabled for one month Ayes —
Benson, Culligan, Livesay, Miller, Webster, Kerr — 6 Noes — Bruce, Clynes,
Haight, Holden, Kidney, MacNeil, Robey — 7 Excused — 2 Motion to table Lost.
After further discussion, a roll call was taken on the resolution which resulted
as follows Ayes — Clynes, Holden — 2 Noes — Benson, Bruce, Culligan, Haight,
Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Webster, Kerr — 11 Excused — 2
Resolution Lost.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Board of Managers, That the
schedule of increased room rates and fees on file with the Clerk of the Board
be and the same hereby are approved
Mr Kerr referred this subject to the Budget and Administration Committee
and the committee is to come up with a report or a summary of the conditions
that enter into determining rates at the hospital He said he would like to have
the report at the April 14th meeting
RESOLUTION NO. 49—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—KEEPER
OF THE BRIDGE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Miller, adopted .
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
40 March 10, 1975
tee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute
a contract on behalf of the county with Steven Heslop of Newfield, New York, ap-
pointed to the Honorarium Position of Keeper of the Bridge, said contract being
for the calendar year, 1975,
RESOLVED, further, that said position is an appointed one, it being under-
stood that the appointee is not an employee of the County
RESOLUTION NO 50—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — TOMP-
KINS COUNTY FEDERATION OF SPORTSMEN'S CLUBS
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Miller A discussion took place as to
what the money appropriated to them is used for It was moved by Mrs Benson,
seconded by Mr Miller, That this resolution be tabled Motion to Table adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute
a contract with the Tompkins County Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs for the year
1975 regarding the expenditure of monies approved to said sportsmen's clubs
by the Board of Representatives for said year
RESOLUTION NO. 51—PETTY CASH FUND — OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That a
revolving petty cash fund in the amount of $50 00 be established far the Director
of the Office for the Aging pursuant to Section 371 of the County Law
RESOLUTION NO 52—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND —
SANITARY LANDFILL OPERATION
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Bruce A discussion followed Ayes
— Representatives Bruce (with understanding Mr MacNeil's provision that
steps be taken immediately to put this out for bid), Clynes, Culligan, Haight,
Holden, Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Webster, Kerr — 12 Noes —
Benson Excused — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, by Resolution No 120, dated May 25, 1970, Tompkins County did
enter into a contract with Landstrom Gravel Company for operation of Sanitary
Landfill Site No 1, for a three-year period, commencing July 1, 1970, and ex-
piring June 30, 1973, for a price of $99,226 per year, and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No 157, dated June 11, 1973, bids were rejected
for further study and rebidding which continued previous agreement on a month-
to-month basis, an
WHEREAS, by Resolution No 107, dated May 13, 1974, Tompkins County en-
tered into a Tri -County study on the problems of solid waste recovery and dis-
posal systems, which report will be forthcoming by June, 1975, at which time the
County should know the future direction of solid waste disposal in the county, and
WHEREAS, Landstrom Gravel Company, by letter of February 4, 1975, has
requested an increase to $120,000 per year or $10,000 per month, with substan-
tiating evidence for such increase, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, that Landstrom Gravel Company be paid $10,000 per month far operation
of Sanitary Landfill Site No 1, under the conditions of the original contract and
that the sum of $20,774 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund (Code A1990)
to Sanitary Landfill (Code A8160-400),
RESOLVED, further, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 53—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE MOTOROLA
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Moved by Mrs Benson, seconded by Mr Webster Mr Harlin McEwen ex-
plained the agreement Resolution adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Correction Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and
directed to execute a maintenance agreement, copy of which is on file with the
clerk of the Board, for two years commencing April 1, 1975 through March 31,
1977, with Motorola Communications & Electronics, Inc on behalf of the County
March 10, 1975 41
RESOLUTION NO. 54—AUTHORIZATION TO PARTICIPATE IN SUMMER
WORK STUDY PROGRAM — CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson Adopted
WHEREAS, Cornell University has requested the County to participate in
a Work Study Program for the summer of 1975, and
WHEREAS, said Work Study Program would entail a full-time student work-
ing for Hon Kenneth C Johnson, Jr , County Judge, during the summer of 1975,
and
WHEREAS, the maximum salary to be paid by said study by Coinell Uni-
versity is $1,000 00, and
WHEREAS, Cornell University has requested the County of Tompkins to
participate in said program to a maximum of $200 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee and the Public
Safety and Correction Committee, that the Commissioner of Personnel be and
he hereby is authorized and directed to execute a contract with Cornell University
for the participation of the County in said work program,
RESOLVED, further, that the sum of $200 00 be appropriated from the Con-
tingent Fund (Code A1990) to Contractual & Other Expenses (Code 1110 400),
RESOLVED, further, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 55—RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CHAIRMAN OF THE
' BOARD TO FILE AN APPLICATION WITH THE FED-
ERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION AND NEW YORK
STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
GRANT ASSISTANCE FOR AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Miller Discussion followed Resolu-
tion adopted
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration and the New York State
Department of Transportation, and the Airport Master Plan of the County Airport
currently nearing completion, have identified certain needs at the County Air-
port, and
WHEREAS, these needs consist of the following
Purchase of a second quick dash CFR vehicle to meet Index B requirements —
total estimated cost $155,000
One 3 -Bay CFR fire station and ancillary equipment to properly house the
CFR equipment and enhance CFR capability — estimated cost $120,000
Rehabilitation and strengthening of runway 14-32, taxiways and aprons —
estimated cost $1,100,000
Security command gate for the use of authorized personnel and vehicles in
the airport operations area — estimated cost $5,000
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration under the ADAP Program
will provide funding assistance of up to 82% on the CFR vehicle and 75% on
other items, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation will partici-
pate with a Grant of 75% of the remaining balance, and
WHEREAS, application at this time does not in any way commit the County
of Tompkins, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee that the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to file
a pre -application with the New York State Department of Transportation and the
Federal Aviation Administration for consideration in fiscal year 1975-76
RESOLUTION NO. 56—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT —
DEWITT HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF TOMPKINS
COUNTY
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Robey Mr Bruce abstained from
voting because he is a member of the Board of Trustees of the DeWitt Historical
Society Resolution adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute
42 March 10, 1975
a contract with the DeWitt Historical Society of Tompkins County to retain the
Society to work with the County in preparation and planning for the bicentennial
celebration of the founding of our country
RESOLUTION NO 57—APPOINTMENT — INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Miller It was Moved by Mr Bruce,
seconded by Mr Miller, That the resolution be amended to read that the Chairman
of the Board be appointed an ex officio member with full voting rights and
responsibihtes, effective immediately, to serve during the term of his office
Amendment adopted A voice vote was taken on the resolution as amended and
the resolution was adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Chairman of the Board, That the
Chairman of the Board of Representatives be appointed an ex officio member
with full voting rights and responsibilities to the Industrial Development Agency,
effective immediately to serve during the term of his office
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy of
appointment to the Secretary of State
RESOLUTION NO 58—PAYENTS FOR CROSS TOWN ROAD STUDY
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
WHEREAS, by Resolution No 333, dated December 10, 1973, this board did
authorize a Route Determination Study for a Cross Town Highway from Route 79
east to Route 13 north, for a cost not to exceed $5,000, and
WHEREAS, during the course of said study, the engineer was authorized, but
without this board's approval and financing, to extend said study from Route 79
east to Route 13 south, and
WHEREAS, said study was completed, including both segments, at a total
cost of $7,500 of which $5,000 has been paid, leaving a balance of $2,500 and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee did authorize the
printing of one hundred extra copies of the Cross Town Report at their meeting
on October 29, 1974, and said copies have been received and billed at $1,245 19,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee that John S MacNeil of Homer, New York, be paid the sum of $2,500
additional compensation in total settlement for work done over and above his
original contract, and the sum of $1,245 19 for one hundred copies of said report,
and that the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized to pay said
amount from Revenue Sharing Fund — County Highway Development (Code F-
9550 95)
RESOLUTION NO. 59—YOUTH SERVICE AND YOUTH RECREATION STUDY
COMMITTE E
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Livesay Adopted
WHEREAS, the New York State Division for Youth has requested that coun-
ties develop a Comprehensive Plan for Youth Service and Youth Recreation, and
WHEREAS, an ad hoc group representing agencies and municipalities has
formed and is in the process of studying the youth service and recreation pro-
grams in Tompkins County, and
WHEREAS, it is essential that Tompkins County, in order to comply with
the New York State Division for Youth request, have a comprehensive plan for
Youth services and recreation in Tompkins County, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives appoint the following
to serve on the Tompkins County Youth Services and Recreation Study Committee,
said study to recommend the most appropriate manner of delivering youth and
recreation service, said study to be completed by July 1, 1975 and made available
to the Planning Coalition and Tompkins County Board of Representatives
March 10, 1975 43
RESOLUTION NO. 60—CREATION OF POSITION — BUDGET AND
ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
WHEREAS, the Budget and Administration Committee has requested the
County Administrator's office to complete the proposed Administrative Manual
for the County of Tompkins as expeditiously as possible, and
WHEREAS, in order to complete said manual, it is necessary that the County
Administrator employ an Administrative Manual Writer, and
WHEREAS, there are monies to pay for said position already budgeted in
the unfilled position of Administrative Assistant, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Ad-
ministration Committees, that the position of Administrative Manual Writer be
created in the office of the County Adminstrator, effective immediately
RESOLVED, further, that said employee be paid in Grade XI,
RESOLVED, further, that monies already budgeted for the Administrative
Assistant position be used to remunerate the employee in the above position, and
that the Administrative Assistant position not be filled while the funds are being
used for this purpose
RESOLUTION NO. 61—AUTHORIZING COUNTY PARTICIPATION IN COMPRE-
HENSIVE PLANNING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Miller, Adopted
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, m order to provide for a planning
study contributing to an overall program for its future development, desires to
participate in the Fedeial-State Comprehensive Planning Assistance Program as
authorized by Section 701 of the Housing Act of 1954, as amended, and Article
26 of the New York State Executive Law, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Planning Services, under authority
of Article 26 of the New York State Executive Law, is the official State planning
agency designated to administer Federal and State funds under the provisions of
Section 701 of the Housing Act of 1954, as amended, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That this Board hereby requests the New York State Office of
Planning Services to provide planning assistance under authority of Article 26
of the New York State Executive Law, with such financial assistance as may be
provided by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development,
under authority of Section 701 of the Housing Act of 1954, as amended Such
planning assistance is more particularly described in the project application, and
be it further
RESOLVED, That if the aforesaid application is approved and accepted by
both the Director of the New York State Office of Planning Services and the
Department of Housing and Urban Development, the County of Tompkins shall
enter into a formal agreement with the New York State Office of Planning
Services to undertake the project, described in the approved application and to
provide the County's local share of the total cost (total cost $34,629) of the said
project through the provision of technical and professional services of the Plan-
ning Department in an amount equivalent to 16 7 per cent or five thousand, seven
hundred and seventy-two dollars, ($5,772) together with such other terms and
conditions as may be deemed necessary and appropriate to carry out the said
project, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and here-
by is authorized and empowered to execute in the name of the County of Tomp-
kins all necessary applications, contracts and agreements to implement and carry
out the purposes specified in this resolution
Mr Robey, Mrs Livesay and Mr Watros were appointed to the Advisory
Board of Assessment Review
Mrs Benson was appointed as Delegate -at -Large on the Fire Advisory Board
Mr Patrick Foltz, County Historian was appointed a member of the Tompkins
County Bicentennial Committee
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It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr MacNeil, That James Gordon
be appointed a member of the Environmental Management Council
Chairman Kerr said a special committee has been formed—Ad hoc Committee
on Governance, Organization and Management for the Tompkins County Hospital
This committee of the Board of Representatives shall study the problem associa-
ted with the governance, organization and management of the hospital At the
present time, all considerations will be based on the assumption that the hospital
is and will remain county -owned It is anticipated the committee will be prepared
to present its final report in writing no later than the October 13, 1975 meeting
of the Board of Representatives The following people were appointed to the
committee
Robert Watros, Chairman
Donald Culligan
LeGrace G Benson
John C Clynes
Douglas Brown
Lawrence Siany
Daniel Yale
Mr MacNeil said he is still awaiting a decision from the Public Safety and
Correction Committtee regarding the proposed move of the Sheriff's Department
to DeWitt Mall
Mr Stevenson said the hospital architects are asking if there has been a
committee appointed to look into the use of the present hospital Mr Kerr said
this will be done in two weeks
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 24 p m
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 24, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 12 Excused — Representatives Bruce, Culligan, Dates — 3
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance
The minutes of March 10, 1975 meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Annual Report of County Administrator for 1974 showing appropriations,
expenditures and balances in the various budgeted items and the estimated and
actual income received, copy of letter from Frank Liguori to Margaret M Myerson,
Director of Operation Division Department of HUD, notifying of Old Court House
bids and inquiring about additional grant, hopefully of up to 50% of construction
costs, notice of tentative railroad ceilings for Lehigh Valley for City of Ithaca —
$90,184, Village of Dryden — $15,645, Village of Freeville — $23,939, and Village
of Groton — $30,804, Department of Agriculture and Markets acknowledged re-
ceipt of contract between County of Tompkins, City of Ithaca and the Tompkins
County SPCA for 1975 and referred to the Department Legal Bureau for re-
view before submission to the Commissioner for approval, Public Service Com-
mission notice of further hearings re Cayuga Station beginning on Tuesday, March
25 at Albany, minutes of Planning and Public Works Committee for February 27,
copy of executed agreement between County of Tompkins and Timothy Resler
for thinning of trees in compartment 7 of Newfield forest plantations, Public
Service Commission notice that staff will submit testimony and exhibits which
were subject of preliminary interrogation of the applicant's witnesses at Albany,
hearings on this to be in Syracuse March 17, memo from ALPHA re designation
of health service areas under the National Health Planning and Resources De-
velopment Act of 1974, Order from Commissioner Walkley for night quarantine
on dogs in Tompkins County from April 1, 1975 until March 31, 1977, resolution
from Cortland County re Audit of TC3 Capital Expenditures, NYS Department of
March 24, 1975 45
Environmental Conservation re NYSE&G — Cayuga Station case stating their
intent to submit testimony of expert witnesses and DEC strongly supports Sierra
Club request for further preliminary interrogation of applicant's witness and the
request of Cayuga Lake Conservation Association, the Coalition to Conserve
Cayuga Lake and the League of Women Voters of Tompkins County to extend
filing dates and to postpone preliminary hearings concerning testimony and
exhibits under preparation by these parties, Public Service Commission re
NYSE&G — Cayuga Station notice that further hearing scheduled is at Dept of
Environmental Conservation, Copy of letter Huber, Magill, Lawrence & Farrell
re NYSE&G Cayuga Station and Sierra Club motion for preliminary interrogation
on Section 80 2 (A) (1), summary of Route 13 Task Force Advisory Group Meeting
of February 26, letter from L J Cordinali, FAA re Tompkins County Airport
Certification/Safety Inspection No 2 Supplemental Comment request for addi-
tional information, minutes of Health Committee for February 19, resolution
from Cayuga County urging adoption of proposed State legislation mandating use
of returnable - deposit beverage containers, STE Board minutes of February 20
and A-95 reviews of February 20 to March 20, Public Service Commission re
NYSE&G — Cayuga Station to Sierra Club re further preliminary interrogation
of the applicant's witness sponsoring Sections 80 2 (a)(1) and 8 03 (f)(6), copy of a
letter from Berlin, Roisman and Kessler to the Public Service Commission and
DEC re NYSE&G — Cayuga Station advising that Cayuga Lake Conservation
Association, Coalition to Conserve Cayuga Lake and the League of Women Voters
of Tompkins County will not be filing direct testimony and exhibits relative to
either (L) the March 17 deadline or (2) the March 24 deadline set for filing, request
for correction on Fire Advisory Board of Kenneth Decker as Alternate for City
of Ithaca, letter from William L O'Toole, Department of Labor, re appointment
of permanent official designee to represent Chairman on Balance of State Man-
power Planning Council, letter from Tompkins County American Legion Auxiliary,
Arlee Robinson, requesting the Board to adopt a resolution supporting the con-
tinued operation of the Tompkins County Veterans' Service Agency, minutes
of Hospital Board of Managers of February 17, Public Service Commission notice
that staff of PSC intends to submit testimony re NYSE&G Cayuga Station, Dept
of Labor sent additional information regarding the obligation of CETA — OJT
funds Treyz, one traffic rate clerk, and Ithaca Gun, Three drill press operators
and three power milling machine operators, Resource Conservation and Develop-
ment Annual Report, letter from Medical Society of the County of Tompkins, Inc
calling attention to the rapid and great rise in patient costs which will occur un-
less something is done to curb the pending 200% increase in Medical Liability
Insurance premums to doctors — and equally ruinous insurance costs for other
health purveyors Some solution must be found by State Legislature before June
30, 1975, Resignation received from S M Woodside as Chairman of the Tompkins
County Bicentennial Commission in view of other obligations and commitments,
resignation with regret to Herbert L Warren as member of the Human Rights
Commission
Under privilege of the floor, Pauline Darrett spoke to the board opposing
the allocation of money to the Human Rights Commission She feels the Commis-
sion should be abolished
Mrs Betty 0 Muka spoke to the board regarding alleged erimes committed
against her She also complained of the drug situation in the schools
Mr Holden, a member of the Budget and Administration Committee, reported
they met this morning and reviewed revenue sharing He said Mr Murphy will
meet with departments to see about a state contract regarding tires
Mr Clynes said there will be a meeting in Binghamton April 9 on hospital
rates and reimbursements He said the Board of Managers issued a report indi-
cating approximately 8-1/2 million dollars in billings last year and upon question-
ing they responded 11-12% of that won't be collected The staff remarked accounts
payable for last month was the highest in memory due to late billing by suppliers
The proposal to underwrite increases in malpractice insurance for physician
services was tabled They also reported out a utilization review staffing recom-
mendation which Col Comstock has been authorized to sign It is federally man-
46 March 24, 1975
dated Failure to comply within a reasonable period of time may result in reim-
bursement penalties in Blue Cross, Medicaid and Medicare
Mr Webster, Chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, re-
ported they will be meeting tomorrow evening with Mr Shipherd and Human
Coalition staff to consider Joint approach to budget He said he will be distributing
copy of the Greer Report summary and recommendations They attended meeting
with the Library Board of Trustees Many recommendations were discussed
There is a necessity for improvements in the quality of fighting in the library
A resolution will be presented by the Planning and Public Works Committee con-
cerning this later in the meeting
Mr Holden, Chairman of Personnel Committee, said they have additional
funds from CETA for wages, fringes, benefits They will have several resolu-
tions later in the meeting The committee recommends the Personnel Department
taking over the civil service function for the city
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning & Public Works Committee, asked Frank
Liguori to speak regarding the Airport Master Plan Mr Liguori said on April
3 at 7 00 p m the consulting firm of Arnold Thompson will make a presentation
to the Board of Representatives and a public presentation will be made at 8 15
p m Mr MacNeil said the committee met on March llth and discussed bids for the
Old Court House Mr Liguori was asked to write the Department of Housing and
Urban Development to see if their appropriation could be increased He said
they have not yet received a recommendation from the Public Safety and Cor-
rection Committee regarding the moving of the Sheriff's Department to DeWitt
Building He asked if he could have a sense -of -the Board regarding the board
moving to the Old Court House He said they met with Mr Hayes regarding
lease of fixed base operation He also attended a meeting Thursday re State
DOT completion of construction for the Triphammer intersection north of Route
13 Mr Liguori said at the present tune the intersection on the south side of
Route 13 has been accepted by the property owners with exception of the Citizens
Bank The final Plan has been drawn by NYS DOT and is progressing satisfac-
torily On the North Side there has not yet been general agreement with property
owners and will continue to pursue He said they have a resolution for improve-
ment of lighting at the library later in the meeting
Mr Haight, Chairman of Public Safety and Correction Committee, said the
committee met March 21 They approved Karen Carr of the Probation Department
to attend a Drug Events Counseling Program and John Miller, Fire and Disaster
Coordinator, to attend the Fire Coordinators' Convention They discussed further
recommendation on the Criminal Justice Committee Report They have a resolu-
tion on the agenda re summer work program at Cornell University They discussed
temporary move of the Sheriff and approved his going to DeWitt Mall They are
leaving the decision of Plan A or B to the Planning and Public Works Committee
Mr Miller, Social Services Committee, met with a group of Senior Citizens'
from Tompkins County and took a tour of the Tompkins County Home and had
dinner there
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, met March 12 with archi-
tects and consultants to review their progress thus far on the implementation of
functional plan Their next order of business is to have several meetings on the
pros and cons of management
Mr Arnold, Hospital Administrator, said the program in Binghamton April
9 is sponsored by the Hospital Association of New York State and not designed
to take care of specific problems but to explain the whole concept of hospital re-
imbursement of third party payments in New York State Regarding the utiliza-
tion review requirements, the president of the Board of Managers has authority
to sign on behalf of the Board a plan to do the utilization review
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, reported on the EDP situation at the
hospital They have completed most of the testing involved with problems pre-
viously reported They are dealing with those important that are required now
to get the system working properly He said the people working on it are in agree-
ment that the system has progressed satisfactorily and is on time As far as hospital
rates are concerned, he met with the hospital people and have reviewed work
sheets available and requested additional information and are also reviewing the
March 24, 1975 47
Rosenfeld projections comparing them to hospital projections There are dif-
ferences that he feels have to be resolved He also said they are still awaiting
a reply to the appeal to the NYS Health Department He also mentioned the
Meadow House people requested inspection from Public Health because of re-
quirement for their reimbursement The report states the Meadow House people
have three months to submit a plan He feels at the end of three months satis-
factory arrangements will be made He said work will be delayed on the ad-
ministrative code because the person hired to do it is having problems with his
schedule
Chairman Kerr said he attended a meeting in Albany with the Chamber of
Commerce He also attended an important informational meeting held at NYSE&G
on proposed Fall Creek Recreational Stream He said neither the Environmental
Management Council, County Planning Board, or this board have submitted any
type of request to the Department of Environmental Conservation for such a
designation There was good discussion and many questions raised on the part
of property owners that were not answered Questions raised were in the interest
of private property owners and rights and discussion is to continue along that
line and many answers arrived at before a project can be proposed
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, said the Health Board action against Pyra-
mid Corporation is pending The adjourned date is April 3 He will be having a
meeting shortly to discuss the matter Legal Aid has made a Motion for the
handling of indigents where they have a conflict They have a claim signed against
the county by Caudill, Rowlett, Scott and Levatich, Miller, Hoffman He prepared
a counterclaim
Mr Michael Leary spoke objecting to the use of taxpayers money far the
preservation of the Old Court House because of economic conditions
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Haight, that resolution per-
taining to County providing Civil Service Function for the City of Ithaca, be with-
drawn from the agenda and the resolution for contract with Sportmen's Club be
hfted from the table Motion Carried
RESOLUTION NO. 62—APPROVAL OF LEGISLATION — FUNDING PROPOSAL
— TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Watros Mr Space, Chairman of the
Board of Trustees, explained the reason for the resolution After a lengthy dis-
cussion, a roll call was taken which resulted as follows- Ayes — Representatives
Clynes, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Watros, Webster,
Benson, Kerr — 12 Excused — Bruce, Culligan, Dates — 3
WHEREAS, Tompkins -Cortland Community College was established in 1967
with the legal and moral obligation of state funding of 33-1/3% of the total
obligation, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins -Cortland Community College in 1970 developed a Full
Opportunity Plan with the legal and moral obligation of state funding at 40% of
the total obligation, and
WHEREAS, Article 125, Section 6304, 1 (a) of the Education Law states, "State
financial aid shall be one-half of the amount of capital costs, and one-third of the
amount of operating costs, each as approved by the state university trustees, pro-
vided that such aid for a college shall be for two-fifths of operating costs for
any fiscal year of the college during which it is implementing a program of full
opportunity provided a plan has been approved by the state university trustees
Such plan, which shall be submitted by the college only after approval by the
Board of Trustees and the local sponsor or sponsors", and
WHEREAS, a SUNY administrative formula was established in 1972 to further
restrict the community college from receiving their total state obligation of 40%,
and
WHEREAS, in 1975, the SUNY Board of Trustees have recommended a major
amendment to this funding formula with the purpose being that the state once
again maintain their prior state obligation of 40%, and
WHEREAS, only the SUNY Board of Trustees proposal will establish the
actual funding of community colleges in the State of New York in the prescribed
legal and moral obligation of 40% funding, now therefore be it
48 March 24, 1975
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Board of Trustees of the Tompkins -
Cortland Community College and the Intergovernmental Relations Committee,
that the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County fully support the SUNY
Board of Trustees funding proposal forwarded to the Governor of the State of
New York
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent upon the adoption of
a concurrent resolution by the Board of Supervisors of Cortland County
RESOLUTION NO 63—RECOMMENDATION FOR AREA DESIGNATION FOR
HEALTH SERVICE AREAS IN NEW YORK STATE
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mr Clynes Dr Gaffney, Health Commis-
sioner, explained the resolution to the board Discussion followed and resolution
adopted
WHEREAS, Public Law 93-641 has been enacted to replace existing 314b
agencies with regional Health System Agencies, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has had a functioning Comprehensive Health
Planning Council since May 1968, and which chose to join with the Syracuse based
regional (314b) health planning agency (ALPHA) in August 1969, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Board of Health has always felt responsi-
bility for support and continuance of such regional planning efforts, and
WHEREAS, since that original designation significant achievements in
area -wide health planning have occurred which strengthen our ties to this region,
and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Board of Health has recommended that
under 93-641, Tompkins County continue to be included in a Syracuse based region
for health planning, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee that Tompkins
County continue to be included in a Syracuse based region for Health Planning
Mrs Benson was excused from the meeting
RESOLUTION NO. 64—CREATION OF POSITIONS — TOMPKINS-CORTLAND
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Webster Discussion followed It was
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Miller, that this resolution be tabled
Ayes — Representatives Clynes, Haight, Holden (this hasn't been before the
Personnel Committee), Kidney, MacNeil, Miller, Kerr — 7 Noes — Livesay,
Robey, Watros, Webster — 4 Excused — 4 Motion to table LOST After further
discussion, resolution was adopted with Representatives Miller, Kidney, Haight
casting dissenting votes
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations and
Personnel Committees, That the following positions be and they hereby are
created at the Tompkins -Cortland Community College, effective immediately
6—Cleaner Positions, Grade A, labor class
1—Library Clerk position, Grade B, competitive class
said positions are included in the 1974-75 Tompkins -Cortland Community College
amended budget, adopted per Resolution No 4, dated January 13, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 65—AWARD OF BID — PRESERVATION AND
REMODELING OLD COURT HOUSE
After a lengthy discussion, it was Moved by Mr Kidney, seconded by Mr
Miller, that this resolution be tabled until the next meeting Motion to table
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO 66—ESTABLISH HOSPITAL GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE
Moved by Mr Clynes, seconded by Mr Holden It was Moved by Mr Robey,
seconded by Mrs Livesay that the resolution have an unspecified number of mem-
bers Amendment adopted Resolution as amended adopted.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Charter and Code and the Rules of the
Board authorized the creation of special committees, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That a special committee be created known as the Hospital
Governance Committee, members of said committee to be appointed by the Chair-
man of the Board pursuant to Rule 15 of the Rules of the Board
March 24, 1975 49
RESOLUTION NO. 67—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS — HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That two positions of Environmental Health Technician (10-04), labor grade X,
competitive class, be reclassified to Environmental Health Technician Trainee
(08-06), labor grade VIII, competitive class, effective immediately, for a maximum
of one year
RESOLUTION NO. 68—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS — TOMPKINS
COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney, Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That two positions of Typists (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class, be reclassi-
fied —one to Senior Stenographer (09-14), labor grade IX, competitive class,
and one to Senior Typist (06-10), labor grade VI, competitive class, effective im-
mediately, monies are available in the 1975 budget to cover this increase
RESOLUTION NO. 69—AUTHORIZATION TO PARTICIPATE IN SUMMER
WORK STUDY PROGRAM — CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Miller, Adopted.
WHEREAS, Cornell University has requested the County to participate in a
Work Study Program for the summer of 1975, and
WHEREAS, said Work Study Program would entail a full time student work-
ing for Joseph Joch, District Attorney, during the summer of 1975, and
WHEREAS, the maximum salary to be paid by said study by Cornell Univer-
sity is $1,000 00, and
WHEREAS, Cornell University has requested the County of Tompkins to
participate in said program to a maximum of $200 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee and the Public
Safety and Correction Committee, That the Commissioner of Personnel be and
he hereby is authorized and directed to execute a contract with Cornell Univer-
sity for the participation of the County in said work program
RESOLVED, FURTHER, THAT THE SUM OF $200 00 be appropriated from
the Contingent Fund (Code A 1990) to District Attorney, Contractual & Other
Expenses (Code A 1165 400),
RESOLVED, further that the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 70—CREATION OF POSITION—PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney Ayes — 11 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — 4 Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That one posi-
tion of Senior Clerk (06-06), labor grade VI, competitive class, be created, effec-
tive immediately, said position having been duly advertised,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $6,672 00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A 1990) to Personnel Administration, Personal Services
(Code A 1430 100),
RESOLVED, further, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 71—LIGHTING FIXTURES FOR LIBRARY
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes Discussion followed Ayes —
11 Noes — 0 Excused — 4 Adopted
WHEREAS, certain fixtures in the library are no longer manufactured, and
the lamps have become expensive, and in short supply, an adequate foot candle
lighting level cannot be maintained with the present fixtures, the library needs
to start a replacement program which utilizes salvage of present fixtures, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, that such program be started by replacement of said fixtures m the
Childrens' Reading Room for a cost not to exceed $2,440, and that the Commis-
50 March 24, 1975
stoner of Public Works be and hereby is authorized to proceed with said replace-
ments, and
RESOLVED, further, that the sum of $2,440 be authorized from Library Fund
Balance to Code L 7410 400
RESOLUTION NO. 72—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mr Holden Ayes — 11 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — 4 Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $1,470 18 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are Claim No 91 — Con-
struction Costs — $1,470 18,
RFSOT VVED, that the aforesaid amount be and the same hereby is audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Adnunistrator be and hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claim out of the funds provided therefore
RESOLUTION NO. 73—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS —
REVENUE SHARING
Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mr Miller A lengthy discussion followed
Ayes — 11 Noes — 0 Excused — 4 Adopted
WHEREAS, the Budget and Administration Committee has considered
Revenue Sharing requests for the year, 1975, from various groups in the com-
munity, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of said committee, that the following
groups receive revenue sharing funds for the year, 1975, in the amounts set forth
below subject to final contract approval by appropriate state and/or federal
agencies
Center for the Arts at Ithaca $10,000
Day Care and Child Development Council of
Tompkins County, Inc 16.000
The Groton Child Development Center 2,000
I A C C Day Care Center 3 750
Tompkins County Economic Opportunity Corporation 30,000
Cooperative Extension Association of Tompkins County 10,000
Ithaca Speech Clinic 12 000
T' mnkrns County Agricultural and Horticultural Society 10,000
Alcoholism Council of Tompkins County 3,010
$96,760
RESOLVED, further, That the total amount of $96,760 be appropriated as
above listed from the Federal Revenue Sharing Fund Balance
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfer on his books,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
directed to execute contracts on behalf of the County with each of the afore-
mentioned agencies
Mr Alvin Knepper thanked the board for their help to the Ithaca Speech
Clime
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Webster and Carried, That
the resolution pertaining to Sportsmen's Club, be lifted from the table.
RESOLUTION NO. 50—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — TOMP-
KINS COUNTY FEDERATION OF SPORTMEN'S CLUBS
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted with Mr Webster
casting a dissenting vote
April 14, 1975 51
RESOLUTION NO. 74—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Robey Mr Haight expressed concern
with the amount of Assigned Counsel Bills per month Further discussion took
place and a roll call resulted as follows Ayes — 11 Noes — 0 Excused — 4
Adopted
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County chargeable to
General Fund $ 53,164 75
Encumbrances 22,922 55
County Self -Insurance 1,931 95
Dog Fund 37 80
Airport 32,886 13
Highway 144,089 97
Federal Revenue Sharing $ 3,586 50
$258,619 65
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller and adopted, that
Mr Ken Decker be appointed as alternate on the Fire Advisory Board
Chairman Kerr said Mr Sam Woodside has resigned from the Bicentennial
Committee Mr Charlie Chatfield has agreed to serve and there will be an ap-
pointment at the next meeting
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 50 p m
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 14, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15 Representatives
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance
The nunutes of the March 24th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Notice of claim of Mrs Betty Muka against the County of Tompkins in the
sum of $1,000,002 re official and statutory duties of county officials and alleged
crimes against Mrs Betty Muka, copy of legislation introduced by Gary A Lee,
Assemblyman, to amend Section 749(a)(2) of Judiciary Law re rates of reimburse-
ment for mileage to trial and grand jurors, minutes of Personnel Committee for
March 10 and for the TC3 Board of Trustees, March 6 and special meeting March
20, resolution from Cortland County supporting SUNY Board of Trustees pro-
posal re financing Community College, executed copy of agreement between
County and Steven Heslop for "Keeper of the Covered Bridge" for 1975 copy of
letter from Mr and Mrs John Tierney to Governor Hugh Carey requesting help
to prevent doctors from leaving New York State because of high cost of mal-
practice insurance; letter from Mr and Mrs Clair Mahoney voicing objection to
the increase in malpractice insurance for doctors and urging fair legislation to
help keep doctors from leaving New York State, Public Service Commission re
NYSE&G — Cayuga Station notice that comments of matters under preliminary
investigation shall be filed by April 11, letter from Dennis Willsey requesting
help for malpractice insurance for doctors, ICC sent Federal Register --Rail
Services Continuation Subsidies, minutes of Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee for March 11, copy of letter from Susan Clarke, Office for the Aging, to
County Administrator confirming the fact that they have borrowed IBM dictating
and transcribing units from the Board of Representatives, pistol permits for March
52 April 14, 1975
totaled $216 00, letter from Joseph Greenberger urging remedial action be taken
by legislature for doctors malpractice insurance; letter from H L Davis urging
assistance for doctors malpractice insurance; copy of resolution from Lansing
Town Board increasing limitation on income of elderly to $6,500 for real property
exemption, letter from Carl A Willsey, stating that Hospital Affiliates Inc would
need a management contract for review before certifications by the State of New
York, letter from Dr Kathleen Gaffney, Commissioner of Health, m response to
copy of Dr Judd's letter of 3/21/75 and stating that they are working on a
county plan for tuberculosis care that they anticipate will require little additional
money from county, letter from Marc Loudon, Cornell Universiy, re health care
crisis of medical hability insurance, doctor shortage, time-consuming red tape,
and doctors becoming target of excessive liability suits, minutes of County Sewer
Agency for March 27, letters urging legislative help for physicians liability in-
surance problems from Mr and Mrs John Laverty, Mary Lou Baker, David J Rip-
ley, Mr and Mrs D J Mancuso, and Mrs Alice B Hearn, ICC Release of infor-
mation on Rail Service Planning Office final standards for determining rail
services continuation subsidies, resolution adopted by the Tompkins County Board
of Health re malpractice insurance system, letter from Harry Smith re mal-
practice insurance—concerned about doctors leaving the community, resolution
from Ithaca Fire Department Nerition Station No 9 recommending Board of Rep-
resentatives provide funds to purchase a ten channel recording system at a cost
of $11,180 12 for the fire and ambulance dispatch center, Public Service Com-
mission re NYSE&G—Cayuga Station air quality date recovery and also per-
manent waivers and late submittal, letters concerning the need for doctors mal-
practice insurance from Reuben I Wiener, M D , Mrs A E McFarran, Mrs Ken-
neth Smith, Mrs Elizabeth R Goodrich, Mrs Lily Ann Newbury, Sandra Everts,
Mr Joseph A Mulcahy and Louise and Harold B Cornelius, Department of
State acknowledged Board of Representatives certificate of appointment of Harry
A Kerr as a member of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency,
Resolutions from Dryden, Freeville, Groton, Ithaca, Slaterville Springs, North
Lansing and McLean and the Town Board of Groton, requesting County to pur-
chase an $11,180 12 ten -channel recording system for dispatch center, minutes of
Planning and Pubhc Works Comnuttee for March 27, 1975, letters concerning the
need for doctors malpractice insurance from M Jordon, Rose Sternberg, Arthur
Zabiela, Mrs Francis Lacey, James R Kelly, 25 signatures of Senior Citizens of
Danby, copy of letter from Joseph Hayes, Lakes District Director of Division
of Military and Naval Affairs re Tompkins County's disaster preparedness oper-
ations
Under privilege of the floor, Pauhne Darrett spoke opposing the allocation of
$5,000 to the Human Rights Comnussion and feels the commission should be
abolished
Also under privilege of the floor, Mrs Betty Muka spoke about her claims
against the county for alleged crimes committed against her
Thomas Koshan, Jon Meggs and Judith Ashton, spoke urging the board to
vote for a senior caseworker position in the Social Services Department
Representative Benson called attention to "World Food Day" and urged
everyone to attend the events
Representative Robey asked if the board could consider the resolution for
the Creation of Position—Senior Caseworker and the Old Court House resolution,
early in the meeting
RESOLUTION NO 75—CREATION OF POSITION—SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Miller A lengthy discussion took
place Mr Robert Wagner, Commissioner of Social Services explained the need
for the position Ayes—Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Livesay, Miller, Robey,
Watros, Webster, Benson, Bruce, Kerr -12 Noes—Holden, Kidney, MacNeil -3
Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, but with-
out the approval of the Personnel Committee, That one position of Senior Case-
worker (12-23), in the Adoption Unit, labor grade XII, competitive class, be created,
effective immediately, said position having been duly advertised,
RESOLVED, further, That $7,000 be appropriated from the Contingent Furid
April 14, 1975 53
(Code A-1990) to Social Services Admmistration Personnel Services (Code A -601Q
100),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
Mr Robey was excused from the meeting
Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said the committee will
meet at 7 30, Wednesday They will review names to fill a vacancy on the Mental
Health Board He read a letter from Dr Hamhsch, Commissioner of Mental Health
Services, requesting a transfer of money to cover an unforeseen increase in the
Mental Health Clinic Liability Policy for 1975 He said he has received letters
from people in the community who are worried about the increase of malpractice
insurance fees in this community and the state He feels something should be
done by the board to support the Tarkey-Lombardi Bill
Mr Webster, Chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said
their next meeting will be held April 23
Mr Watros said the committee has been involved in investigating various
legislation before the state pertinent to the malpractice insurance situation At
this point it was concluded that it was not advisable to come to the board with
any specific recommendations They haven't a conclusive bill to bring before
the board They will be reviewing the Lombardi Bill
Mrs Livesay reported on the meeting with the Human Services Coalition to
see if there was some way that they might help the county -city governments to
deal with revenue sharing requests for human services
Mr Holden, Personnel Committee, said they met March 24 He said the
Division of Youth contract has been held up some because of retirement prob-
lem He mentioned a few of the positions under Title VI of CETA There will be a
resolution for a position later in the meeting
Mr MacNeil, Planning and Public Works Committee, said they discussed,
because of the new village, the county's relationship to the roads which will be
located within the Village of Lansing Chairman Kerr asked the Committee to
have a recommendation on this matter possibly at the next meeting
Mr Haight, Chairman of the Public Safety and Correction Committee, said
they met and discussed report from Mr Webster re probation appointments and
it was referred to the Personnel Committee Also discussed was the Criminal
Justice Board appointments and that will be considered at the next meeting The
committee also discussed the purchase of tape recorders for the fire dispatchers
Mr Miller, Chairman of the Social Services Committee, said they met and
discussed the food program for the elderly He met with Human Services Coalition
and they are very active He has also been meeting with the new Alcoholism
Coordinator
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, reported the item of Social Services was a
problem discussed at the County Officers' Convention He also reported on the
status of the EDP problem at the hospital He also reported on the Health In-
surance rates which apply to New York State Health Insurance Program which
the County is covered by Notice has been received from the New York State In-
surance Office that premiums will go up about 25% and will go into effect July 1
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, said the place for action in the lawsuit of
Levatich, Miller, Hoffman and Caudill Rowlett and Scott and TC3 has been moved
to Dryden
Chairman Kerr mentioned the Route 13 Task Force met and their decision
was to continue its recommendation Hushing for acquisition of a new corridor and
a two lane highway constructed in the new corridor He said when the discussion
of the Old Court House comes up this morning he has a statement to make
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded and adopted that a resolution for
the reclassification of positions—Highway Department, be added to the agenda
RESOLUTION NO 76—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Ayes -14 Noes -0 Excused -1
Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, that the following appropriation be and it hereby is approved from Con-
tingent Fund A1990 to Municipal Association Dues A1920 $300 00,
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RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
to make such transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 77—AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE (1) TRANSMITTER
AND (1) RECEIVER—FIRE AND DISASTER
COORDINATOR
Moved by Mrs Benson, seconded by Mr Haight It was Moved by Mr Dates,
seconded by Mr Webster, that resolution be amended to transfer of funds from
the 400 account to the 200 account—$796 00 Amendment Carried The resolution
as amended adopted.
WHEREAS by Resolution No 36, the Board of Representatives adopted on
February 13, 1973, Standardization of Commumcation Equipment with Motorola
Communications and Electronics, Inc , and
WHEREAS, the Fire and Disaster Coordinator has informed this Board that
the purchase of two pieces of Motorola Radio Equipment are needed to provide
service in the event of a breakdown of equipment in emergency vehicles, and
WHEREAS, said equipment is further required to implement the new radio
maintenance agreement for the Fire and Disaster Coordinator, and
WHEREAS, there is no standby equipment at the present time, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That this Board approves the purchase of two pieces of Motorola Equip-
ment from Motorola Communications and Electronics, Inc for the total amount
of $796 00,
RESOLVED, further, That the Fire and Disaster Coordinator be and he here-
by is authorized to complete said transaction on behalf of the county,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $796 00 be transferred from Fire and
Disaster Coordanater account A-3410 400 to A-3410 200 and the County Adminis-
trator be and hereby is authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 78—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE MOTOROLA
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Moved by Mrs Benson, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
WHEREAS, the County Fire and Disaster Coordinator has negotiated with
Motorola Communications and Electronics, Inc , on behalf of the County, a main-
tenance agreement, copy of which is on file with the Clerk of the Board, and
WHEREAS, said agreement will be effective April 1, 1975 through March 31,
1976, and
WHEREAS, this agreement will be implemented by the purchase of two
standby units in the event of breakdown of equipment in emergency vehicles,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee. That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute said maintenance agreement on behalf of the
County for 123 units at a total cost of $498 00 per month
RESOLUTION NO. 79—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION—SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services and Personnel Com-
mittees, That one position of Caseworker (11-02), be reclassified to Senior Case-
worker (12-23), in the Child Protective Unit, labor grade XII, competitive class,
effective immediately
RESOLUTION NO. 80—CREATION OF POSITION—MENTAL HEALTH (Office
of Alcohol Coordinator)
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Miller A discussion followed and
it was Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Dates, and adopted, that this resolu-
tion be tabled and referred back to Personnel Committee Motion to Table adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 81—AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE (2) TRANSMITTERS-
RECEIVERS—FIRE AND DISASTER COORDINATOR
Moved by Mrs Benson, seconded by Mr Holden A discussion followed
Ayes -14 Noes -0 Excused -1 Adopted
WHEREAS, the Fire and Disaster Coordinator has informed this board that
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the Groton Fire Department and the Etna Fire Department will put into service
a total of two additional pieces of fire apparatus, and
WHEREAS, said addition will increase total inventory of trucks by two,
and
WHEREAS, two additional mobile units will be required to be installed in
said vehicles, and
WHEREAS, Motorola Communications and Electronics, Inc can furnish two
mobile units for a total amount of $1,165 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections
Committee, That the aforesaid bid of Motorola Communications and Electronics,
Inc for two mobile units in the amount of $1,165 00 be and the same hereby is
accepted,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Fire and Disaster Coordinator be and
he hereby is authorized to complete said transaction on behalf of the county,
RESOLVED, further, That the balance of $675 00 of the Fire and Disaster
Coordinator Equipment Account be applied against the total bid of $1,165 00 and
that $155 00 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund (Code A-1990) to Fire and
Disaster Coordinator Equipment Account (Code A-3410 200), and Transfer
$374 00 from Contractual and other expenses (Code A-3410 400) to Fire and Dis-
aster Coordinator Equipment Account (Code A-3410 200),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 82—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS—HIGHWAY
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney Discussion took place and
resolution was adopted
RESOLVED, on the recommendation of the Planning and Public Works and
Personnel Committees, That eighteen positions of seasonal Laborer (08-09), labor
class labor gr -'de VIII be reclassified to eighteen positions of seasonal worker
(06-17), labor class labor grade VI, effective immediately, monies having been
approved in the 1975 budget
RESOLUTION NO. 83—LIGHTING FIXTURES FOR LIBRARY
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes -14 Noes -0 Ex-
cused -1 Adopted
WHEREAS, certain fixtures in the hbrary are no longer manufactured, and
the lamps have become expensive and in short supply, an adequate foot candle
lighting level cannot be maintained with the present fixtures, the library needs
to start a replacement program which utihzes salvage of present fixtures, now
therefore be it
RESOLVFD upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, that such program be continued by replacement of said fixtures in the
Meeting Room for a cost not to exceed $2,204 and that the Commissioner of Pub-
lic Works be and hereby is authorized to proceed with said replacements, and
RESOLVED, further That the sum of $2,204 be authorized from Library Fund
Balance to Code L7410 400
RESOLUTION NO. 84—RESCISSION OF RESOLUTION NO 227-1973 AND
SELECTION OF PLAN B PROGRAM FOR USE OF OLD
COURT HOUSE
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes After discussion, a
roll call resulted Ayes—Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kerr, Kidney, Livesay,
MacNeil, Malley, Watros, Webster -11 Noes—Benson, Bruce, Culligan -3 Ex -
c use d—Robev-1 Adopted
WHEREAS, by means of Resolution No 227, September 10, 1973, the Board of
Representatives did establish a program for the use of the Old Court House,
which included the concept that the Board of Representatives' Chambers the
Office of the Clerk of the Board, and the offices associated with the County
Administrator, would be relocated to the Old Court House, with the existmg
Board of Representatives' Chambers being converted to a second Court Room, and
with the relocation of the Sheriff to the first level of the new Court House, and
WHEREAS, the alternate proposal, generally called Plan B, calls for the
use of the Old Court House to provide for the immediate space needs of county
56 April 14, 1975
government offices, including the location of the second Court Room on the
second floor of the Old Court House, with the Sheriff occupying, more or less on a
permanent basis, space on the first floor and the interim location of the Per-
sonnel Department also on the first floor, with the basement level being used
as may be appropriate for the Sheriff's Department, Personnel, utilities and gen-
eral storage, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Representatives in pursuing its ultimate objective
of providing for the present and future space needs of county government, re-
affirms its objectives (1) To preserve and utilize the Old Court House, (2) To
pursue the provision of such additional space as may be needed to meet the
long-range needs of county government, (3) To pursue the objective that the
New Court House will, as soon as feasible, be used primarily for Judicial and
related functions, and (4) To provide for the immediate space needs of county
government, including the immediate need for a second Court Room, the need for
adequate space for the Sheriff, and the need for additional space for the Per-
sonnel Department, all to be accomplished in the least traumatic and least
expensive way possible pending the provision of new additional long-range
space, and
WHEREAS, Plan B is compatible with and best meets the above objectives
and interim needs, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Resolution No 227, September 10, 1973, be and it is hereby
rescinded and that in its stead, the Board adopts the principles spelled out in
Plan B, and be it further
RESOLVED, That Architect William Downing be and he hereby is instructed
to make such changes as may be necessary in the floor plan designs of the Old
Court House to accommodate Plan B, under the guidance of the Planning and
Public Works Committee, and be it frther
RESOLVED, That the architect be and he hereby is instructed to negotiate
with the successful bidders for the Old Court House, to incorporate these changes
in the contracts
It was Moved by Mr. MacNeil, seconded by Mr Bruce, that Resolution No 65
Award of Bid—Preservation and Remodeling of the Old Court House, be lifted
from the table. Motion adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 65—AWARD OF BID—PRESERVATION AND REMODELING
OF THE OLD COURT HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes A lengthy discussion followed
Mr Bruce spoke in favor of the project Mr Dates said he supports this but
doesn't want an open-end contract Mr Downing, the architect, said there will
probably be some minimum changes Mr Haight spoke against the project be-
cause of the high cost Mr Kerr stated he cannot support this project and he
feels the cost of the renovation is too excessive A roll call resulted Ayes—
Clynes, Dates, Holden, Livesay, MacNeil, Benson, Bruce -7 Noes—Culligan (not
exactly the same reasons chairman indicated but to be consistent with my vote
previously to rescind I felt, and I know it has been a delay, that we would be
ready to go into this new meeting room as originally planned for the Bicentennial
celebration), Haight, Kerr, Kidney (Going to take the same stand as Mr Kerr
After hearing Mr Kerr and refreshing my memory, I think at this stage of the
game we do have to be a little careful of our spending so I am voting no), Miller
(originally was in favor but as costs continue to rise I have second thoughts),
Watros-6 Excused—Robey, Webster -2 Resolution Lost
WHEREAS, Resolution No 94, adopted by this board on April 16, 1973,
authorized renovation of the Old Court House and employed Architect William
Downing, and
WHEREAS, Resolution No 13, adopted by this board on January 13, 1975,
authorized Architect, William Downing, to advertise for bids, and
WHEREAS, Stewart & Bennett, Inc , Ithaca, New York, is the lowest re-
sponsible bidder meetin all suecifications for the General Construction contract
in the amount of $331,220, and
WHEREAS, Kimball Plumbing & Heating, Inc , Elmira, New York, is the
April 14, 1975 57
lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications for the Heating, ventilating
and Air Conditioning contract with a bid in the amount of $132,500, and
WHEREAS, Kimball Plumbmg & Heating, Inc , Elmira, New York, is the
lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications for the Plumbing Contract
with a bid in the amount of $35,350, and
WHEREAS, Norton Electric Company, Inc , Ithaca, New York, is the lowest
responsible bidder meeting all specifications for the electrical contract with a
bid in the amount of $63,346, and
WHEREAS, the total of said bids amounts to $562,416, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That said bids be and they hereby are accepted,
RESOLVED, further, that the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized to execute said contracts on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO. 85—APPROVING LIGHTING—TOMPKINS COUNTY
LIBRARY
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mrs Livesay Ayes—Livesay, Watros,
Benson, Bruce -4 Noes—Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Mac-
Neil, Miller, Kerr -9 Excused—Robey, Webster -2 Resolution Lost.
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Tompkins County Public Library
has approved tract lighting for the programs presented in the Sherman Peer Room
and requested approval for said lighting, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee that $985 00 be appropriated from the Library Fund Balance to L-7410 400
for purpose of program lighting in the Sherman Peer Room
RESOLUTION NO. 86—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mrs Livesay Ayes -12 Noes -0 Ex-
cused -3 Adopted
WHEREAS, the List of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee m the amount of $2,248 75 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are Claim No 92—Con-
struction Costs—$2,248 75,
RESOLVED, that the aforesaid amount be and the same hereby is audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claim out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 87—RESOLUTION OF RESPECT—PAUL MENZIES
Moved by Mr Miller, unanimously seconded and adopted
WHEREAS, Paul Menzies, a former member of the Tompkins County Board
of Supervisors passed away April 6, 1975, and
WHEREAS, he was a member of the Board of Supervisors during the years
1968 and 1969, and Supervisor for the Town of Caroline in the years 1968 through
1971, inclusive, and
WHEREAS, during his term of office as Supervisor from the Town of Caro-
line, he was Chairman of the Animal Health and Conservation Committee and
Tax Sales Committee, and
WHEREAS, he also served with distinction on the Courts and Correction,
Health, Highway, and Building and Grounds Committees, and
WHEREAS, during lus term of office, he gave untiringly of his time in at-
tending to the duties of Supervisor, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, UNANIMOUSLY, by this Board, That the members thereof ex-
press their sympathy and sincere condolences to the family of Paul Menzies
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy
of this resolution to the family of Paul Menzies
Mr Kerr announced the reappointment of Mr Cushing Murray to the Alco-
holic Beverage Control Board He also announced on May 5th there will be a
dedication of a plaque for Glenn Turner, former airport manager, who died last
year
On motion, meeting adjourned
58 April 28, 1975
APRIL 28, 1975
REGULAR MEETING
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the April 14th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filmg
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Letter from Alicia Lewkowicz requesting full-time position in Social Services
to initiate family studies for purposes of adoption, Social Services monthly
statistical report for February 1975, Resolution from Cortland County re Audit
of Capital Expenditures of TC3, Claim 92, letters concerning the need for doctors'
malpractice insurance; minutes of Social Services Committee for April 8, resolu-
tions requesting the County to purchase a ten -channel recorder at a cost of
$11,180 13 for the dispatch center from the Village of Trumansburg Board of
Trustees, Ithaca Fire Company #2, South Lansing Fire Company, Lansingville
Fire Department, Lansing Fire District Board of Commissioners, Lansing Com-
pany #5, Ulysses Town Board, Varna Fire Department, Danby Fire Department,
Town Board of Dryden and Village of Dryden, State of New York Division of
Alcoholic Beverage Control acknowledged receipt of the appointment of Cushing
Murray as a member of the Tompkins County Alcoholic Beverage Control
Board for a two-year term commencing May 1, 1975, PSC re Case 80002—NYSE&G
—Cayuga Station, comments of Cayuga Lake Conservation Association, The
Coaltion to Conserve Cayuga Lake and League of Women Voters of Tompkins
County concerning matters under preliminary investigation, PSC staff comments
on preliminary interrogation issues and a brief submitted after preliminary hear-
ings with respect to motions for waivers of 16 NYCRR sections, Report of Examina-
tion of Tompkins County Public Library 1/1/73 through 12/31/73 by NYS Depart-
ment of Audit and Control, copy of letter from Frank Liguori to NYS Department
of Transportation re Appalachia Local Access Road, Tompkins County Industrial
Park, PIN — 3750 44, copy of a newspaper legal from NYS Industrial Commis-
sioner on modification of grant application of NYS as prune sponsor for financial
assistance under Title VI of the CETA of 1973, Carl A Willsey sent items con-
cerning Hospital Affiliates International, Inc and their ability to manage hospi-
tals and asking to meet with Board in late May to discuss management of the
new hospital, letter from Tompkins County Senior Citizens requesting May 1975
as Senior Citizens' Month in Tompkins County, NYS Department of Environment
Conservation sent first position of DEC Summary of Position re adequacy of
NYSE&G application, Chairman executed contracts for CETA Title VI for City
of Ithaca, Village of Cayuga Heights, Ithaca City School District, Dryden Central
School, Village of Groton, and Newfield Central School, certificate of Final State
Equalization Rate for City of Ithaca — 6216, minutes of STE for March 20,
minutes of Industrial Development Agency for April 14, 1975, copy of letter from
Assemblyman Gary A Lee to Commissioner of Transportation Schuler re Route
96 relocation project, minutes of EMC for March 27, report of examination of
accounts and fiscal affairs Federal Revenue Sharing of the County and Tompkins
County Hospital from NYS Department of Audit and Control, minutes of Per-
sonnel Committee for March 24, Chairman Kerr designated May 1975 as Senior
Citizens' Month m Tompkins County, copies of letters of Veterans' Service Agency
re proposed amendments to Sections 357 and 359 of Article 17 of Executive Law
to make it permissive rather than mandatory that counties establish a Veterans'
Service Agency, Mailgram from Graham W Watt, Director, Office of Revenue
Sharing re allocation for the period July 1975 through June 1976, certificate of
Final Railroad Ceilings for the City of Ithaca, Village of Dryden, Village of Free-
ville and the Village of Groton, Report from the Airport for the months of Jan-
uary, February, and March 1975, copy of approved application for state and for
the Senior Citizens' recreational programs and services, Resolutions from Brook-
tondale Fire Department and Ludlowville Fire Company re ten channel recorder,
minutes of County Planning Board for April 19, minutes of Library Board of
Trustees for February 25, General Revenue Sharing Planned Use Report — En-
April 28, 1975 59
titlement Period 6 — July 1, 1975 to June 30, 1976 Village of Lansing Mayor
Smidt requesting input on construction of Pyramid Companies, Letter from Com-
missioner of Transportation Raymond Schuler enclosing Rules and Regulations
on Federal Rural Highway Public Transportation Demonstration Program, South
Central New York RC&D project monthly report for April and minutes of April
23, notice of Tentative State Equalization Rates for Towns of Caroline — 53 84,
Danby — 49 71, Dryden — 49 49, Enfield — 5418, Groton — 62 38, Ithaca —
57 76, Lansing — 56 37, Newfield — 60 51, Ulysses — 52 36, Letter from Charles
Breckheimer opposing four -lane road between Dryden and Ithaca, letter to Chair-
man Kerr from D W Pulleyn, Ithaca, documenting his position on designation
of Fall Creek as "recreational river "
Under privilege of the floor Eugene Arnold, Hospital Administrator, reported
pertinent to the hospital He said they received by phone, subject to confirmation
by letter, increase of medicaid rates, effective May 11 There is a mandated require-
ment for utilization review It was to become operational in April and the Federal
Government has delayed it until July 1 They will be asking for a position of
Utilization Review Coordinator He also explained the reported discussion re rates
and budgeting He said the Ad Hoc Committee of the Board of Managers is meet-
ing with department heads of the hospital to examine operations
Mr Webster, speaking as chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee and a member of the Social Services Committee, said he and Mrs Livesay
met with Mrs Pauline Darrett to consider and better understand her complaints
Subsequent to that meeting they talked with a number of persons and responded
to Mrs Darrett in writing Her case has been to all available reviewing authori-
ties. There is no further action that can be taken within the structure of the
Human Rights Law There is nothing further to be done at this time
Chairman Kerr stated the County Board being a legislative function does not
have responsibility or authority in the judicial field Therefore, there are several
instances in the past where this board has been extremely tolerant of time and
subject matter that has come before this board The Board will no longer con-
tinue to listen to complaints of or in the judicial area He asked everyone in the
future to carefully select their subject matter and bring before the board subject
matter relating to or pertaining to only the responsibility of this board which is
in the legislative field However, he would encourage people at least one time if
they have a comment or complaint in other areas to bring it to the board's atten-
tion and it will be considered but no longer will this board listen to continued com-
plaints of the same nature in areas where they have no authority and no re-
sponsibility
Mrs Betty Muka made a complaint regarding the Sheriff
Nancy Meyer spoke in favor of renovation of the Old Court House
Ms Carol Sisler on behalf of the members of Historic Ithaca, spoke relative
to the renovation of the Old Court House
Mr Alvin Knepper said he supports the Sheriff and has much respect for
him He also spoke about the new policy the Chairman set this morning
Chairman Kerr said this board has a history of close cooperation, close com-
munication and definite support of our County Sheriff Regarding the policy,
he said he will not tolerate continuing repetition of an original complaint People
should consider the type of complaint they want to make and this board by all
means will listen to an original complaint in any subject area from any person
Mr Kidney said at the last board meeting he voted against awarding bids
for renovation of the Old Court House because the amount of money ($663,961)
was exorbitant He is very concerned about the economic problem However, he
realizes there is a critical need for additional space for several departments and
steps do have to be taken to alleviate the problem He is interested in historic
pa enervation for the Old Court House He feels a workable plan could be adopted
whereby they would be fulfilling obligation to historic preservation of Old Court
House and also solving to some extent problem of more space He could support
a plan to remodel that would not exceed $360,000 minus $162,500 granted by
HUD leaving balance of $197,500 which would be county's share of renovation
The first floor could be used for departments with highest priority for space
60 April 28, 1975
needs and second floor to be used for meetings for county groups He hopes the
I board will give this plan, or one similar, serious consideration
Mr Holden said he has given this subject much thought and consideration
and he would also like to go back for study of figures
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said they met and will have
a resolution later in the meeting in which a pharmacist in training position at
the hospital will be abolished and a full-time position created whereby the person
in training would take over full time Mrs Ingrid Goulder, Alcoholism Coordina-
tor, spoke to them After January 1, 1976 an intoxicated person can no longer be
put in jail unless they commit a crime The committee agreed she should have
a full-time secretary The state mandates a program of about 14 patients Her
office is working on the possible contractual factor He announced on May 12 in
Syracuse there will be a meeting of State Health Commissioners and State Health
Officers in this area
Mr Clynes said they will be getting a request on the upgrading of Bio-
chemist from Grade 18 to 19 There is a resolution to pay moving expenses for
hun later in the meeting Another request will be coming in for public relations
director, title has not been created but is budgeted Another request will be com-
ing in on the Out -Care Facilities for typist position now instead of June
Mr Webster, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they met Wednes-
day and this morning and have a resolution re medical malpractice insurance
They also are submitting for approval appointments to the Economic Opportumty
Corportion from the public sector The annual meeting of the Corporation will
be held May 2
Mr Holden, Personnel Committee, said they will be re -studying the requested
position for the Alcoholism Coordinator They met with the CETA Advisory Com-
mittee last week regarding funds The GIAC has open house May 1'
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning and Public Works Committee, said their
next meeting will be tomorrow at 12 00
Mr Haight, Public Safety and Correction, said they have a meeting May 7
Mr Miller, Social Services, said the Human Services organization has been
meeting and doing work on establishing a form for revenue sharing
Mrs Livesay said the Office for the Aging has been meeting twice a month
They are working with the Social Services Department and Human Services
Coalition on information referrals They are also putting in a lot of effort with
community groups in putting out publications for the elderly The Director is
working on Nutrition Programs and reported approximately six weeks ago that
the Office for the Aging would take over that with county staffing and they are
trying to find another community agency to do it so it wouldn't be a county office
but would be very closely coordinated with the Office of the Aging
Mr Kerr noted under procedures the county has operated under, it has been
the intent to have public input for revenue sharing monies
Mr Stevenson, Chairman of the Hospital Construction Committee, said they
met April 15 and reported on their progress
Mr Kerr said there will be a joint meeting between the Construction Com-
mittee, Board of Managers, and Board of Representatives on May 14
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, said they are in the process of following
through on tax foreclosure procedure which is an annual procedure where taxes
have remained unpaid for the 5th year He also reported relative to EDP progress
at the hospital He also spoke about budgeting policy for new positions
Mr Watros reported the Hospital Governance Committee met twice and dealt
with organization and developing criteria for evaluation process The next meeting
is May 6
Chairman Kerr said he attended several meetings with the Board of Managers
relative to questions on increase in rates He is calling a special Executive Ses-
sion of the Board and Board of Managers on May 5th at the hospital conference
room He said this office, as well as the County Administrator's office, receives
copies from the NYS Department of Audit and Control of reports on revenue
April 28, 1975 61
sharing funds He complimented Mr Murphy's office in this task On May 5th
the Airport Association of Airport Managers will have representatives here to
present a plaque in memory of Glenn Turner
It was Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mr Miller, That Resolution No 65,
Award of Bad — Preservation and Remodeling of the Old Court House which lost
at the last meeting, be reconsidered Also, that a resolution for lighting at the
Tompkins Couny Library, (which lost at the last meeting) be reconsidered and be
added to the agenda and a resolution for relocation of the Sheriff's office, if
needed, and a resolution extending a lease for the House in the County
RESOLUTION NO. 85—APPROVING LIGHTING — TOMPKINS COUNTY
LIBRARY
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller Discussion followed and
a roll call vote resulted as follows Ayes — Livesay, Miller, Robey, Watros, Web-
ster — 5 Noes — Benson, Bruce, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney,
MacNeil, Kerr — 10 Resolution Lost.
RESOLUTION NO 65—AWARD OF BID — PRESERVATION AND REMODEL-
ING OF THE OLD COURT HOUSE
Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mrs Benson After discussion it was Moved
by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Dates, That the resolution be tabled for further
study and try to come up with a compromise figure Ayes — Culligan, Dates,
Haight, Holden, Kidney, Miller, Watros, Kerr — 8 Noes — Benson, Bruce, Clynes,
Livesay, MacNeil, Robey, Webster — 7 Motion to Table adopted. 9
RESOLUTION NO. 88—AUTHORIZATION TO PAY ARCHITECT — PRELIM-
INARY SITE SURVEY AND SOIL BORINGS — NEW
HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized and directed to pay
from the Hospital Capital Construction Account the architect's expense for pre-
lunmary site survey and soil borings at the new Tompkins County Hospital in the
amount of $1,395 13
RESOLUTION NO 89—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — TOPO-
GRAPHIC SURVEY AT PROPOSED SITE FOR NEW
HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Haight Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby as authorized to execute a con-
tract between the County of Tompkins and T G Miller, for topographic survey
at the proposed site for the new Tompkins County Hospital at a cost not to exceed
$6,500 00,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized and
directed to pay said amount from the Hospital Capital Construction Account
RESOLUTION NO. 90—TRANSFER OF FUNDS — HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works and
Budget and Administration Committees, that the following transfer be and it
hereby is approved
From County Road Fund — Administration, Supplies & Materials D-5010 300
To Contractual & Other Expenses D-5010 400 — $400 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
62 April 28, 1975
MORTGAGE TAX REPORT
for Period October 1, 1974, through March 31, 1975
Caroline $ 2,85611
Danby 1,720 57
Dryden 13,045 48
Enfield 1,322 37
Groton 2,757 07
Ithaca — City 20,429 75
Ithaca — Town 15,137 34
Lansing 7,930 74
Newfield 3,188 14
Ulysses 4,325 03
$72,712 60
Your committee finds that of the amount of $13,045 48 to which the Town of
Dryden is entitled, there should be paid to the incorporated Village of Dryden
the sum of $867 75, and to the incorporated Village of Freeville the sum of
$206 84, of the amount of $2,707 57 to which the Town of Groton is entitled there
should be paid to the incorporated Village of Groton the sum of $608 07, of the
amount of $15,137 34 to which the Town of Ithaca is entitled there should be paid
to the incorporated Village of Cayuga Heights the sum of $2,476 63, of the amount
of $4,325 03 to which the Town of Ulysses is entitled there should be paid to the
incorporated Village of Trumansburg the sum of $653 85, and of the amount of
$7,930 74 to wluch the Town of Lansing is entitled there should be paid to the
incorporated Village of Lansing the sum of $592 08 which represents their pro -
rata share from December 19, 1974, the date of their incorporation Your com-
mittee therefore recommends the adoption of a resolution to be presented later
in the meeting
Harris B Dates, Chairman
Donald J Culligan
Claude W Holden
Robert L Bruce
Hugh S MacNeil
Bryant Robey
RESOLUTION NO. 91—APPORTIONMENT OF MORTGAGE TAX
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
WHEREAS, this board is in receipt of the mortgage tax report showing the
amount to be credited to each tax district of the county of the money collected
for the period October 1, 1974 - March 31, 1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the report of the Budget Committee relative to the above
tax monies and allocation thereof as herein made, be accepted and adopted,
RESOLVED, further, That pursuant to Section 261 of the Tax Law, this board
issue its tax warrant for the payment for the respective tax district of the amount
so credited and authorize and direct the County Administrator to make distribu-
tion thereof to the several tax districts of the county in accordance with said
report
RESOLUTION NO 92—CREATION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
RFSOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That one position of Pharmacist -in -Training (12-20), noncompetitive class, labor
grade XII, be abolished, and one position of Pharmacist (15-06), competitive
class, labor grade XV be created, effective immediately, monies having been
included in the 1975 budget
RESOLUTION NO. 93—CREATION OF POSITIONS—PROBATION
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Webster After a discussion, it was
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Watros, That resolution be tabled until
questions are answered Ayes — Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Mac-
Neil, Watros, Clynes, Kerr — 9 Noes — Benson, Bruce, Livesay, Miller, Robey,
Webster — 6 Motion to Table adopted.
April 28, 1975 63
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections and
Personnel, Committees, That the following positions be created in the Probation
Department, said positions having been duly advertised
1 Probation Supervisor (14-12), labor grade XIV, competitive class
1 Probation Assistant (06-14), labor grade VI, competitive class
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $11,670 be appropriated from the Con-
tingent Fund (Code A-1990) to Probation — Personal Services (Code A-3140 100)
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 94—AUTHORIZATION TO PAY MOVING EXPENSES —
HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr MacNeil A lengthy discussion fol-
lowed and the resolution was withdrawn and will be on the next agenda
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That a sum not
to exceed $1,315 25 be paid to Dr Joseph Christiane, Biochemist for the Tompkins
County Hospital, for reimbursement of moving expenses from Westfield, Massa-
chusetts, to Ithaca, New York, said sum to be repaid to the County if Dr Christiano
terminates his employment with Tompkins County for any reason within one year
from the date he reports for work
RESOLUTION NO 95—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—COUNTY
OF TOMPKINS AND 4-H, A DIVISION OF THE TOMP-
KINS COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ASSOCIA-
TION
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Webster A lengthy discussion fol-
lowed and Jean Szabadi explained the project The resolution was adopted with
Representatives Kidney and Culligan casting dissenting votes
WHEREAS, the 4-1-1 Division of the Tompkins County Cooperative Extension
Association has identified the desirability for a person to identify needs, interests
and resources of the youth and their families in West Village and Hancock
Housing within the City of Ithaca, including the development, implementation
and evaluation of programs, and working with youth and their families from
both sites, in the formulation of said programs aforementioned, and
WHEREAS, there is on file documentation indicating the need for said pro-
grams in both West Village and Hancock Housing, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Division of Youth has indicated that they
are willing, conditioned upon state approval, to provide reimbursable funds up
to $2 357 for a 4-H Program Aide who will perform the aforementioned job
activities, and
WHEREAS, the total proposed budget on file with the Clerk of the Board of
Representatives, includes a pro rated salary for said assistant, at an annual amount
of $3 900 with a total budget of $4,715, the reimbursable anticipated state aid
is $2,357 with the balance of $2,358 to be furnished from funds already provided
to 4-H from County funds, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and
directed to execute a contract for the aforesaid Program Aide, to work in the
West Village and Hancock Housing development areas, on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO 96—REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION — MALPRACTICE
INSURANCE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Watros Resolution adopted with
Representatives Clynes and Benson casting dissenting votes
WHFREAS, there is a critical situation in New York State with respect to
Medical Doctors' Malpractice Insurance Lability, and
WHEREAS, this presents a threat to medical service in Tompkins County,
now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives supports pending
legisltion in the New York State Legislature which will provide for the private
underwriting of malpractice insurance
1 Speed the process for arbitration
2 Make findings of arbitration panels admissable in court
3 Shorten statute of limitations
4 Provide for compulsory arbitration of cases under $25,000 00
5 Study the question of developing a maximum fee schedule for attorneys
6 Provide a faster system for correction of habitual malpractice by offending
physicians
7 Develop and support a process whereby the medical profession together
with other appropriate interested agencies take action to control malprac-
tice by physicians
RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to appropriate repre-
sentatives in Albany
RESOLUTION NO 97—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE LEASE — HOUSE IN
THE COUNTRY (INTENSIVE SUPERVISION UNIT) —
UPDIKE
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
WHEREAS, the lease with Mr and Mrs Clair Updike for the House in the
Country expires on April 30, 1975, and
WHEREAS, the Director of Probation has recommended that the County
renew its lease with Mr and Mrs Clair Updike for a three-month period to ex-
pire on July 31, 1975 at the monthly rental of $350 00, and
WHEREAS, Federal monies for the House in the Country will run out as of
July 31, 1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Correction Com-
nuttee, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute a lease with Mr and Mrs Clair Updike for
a three-month period commencing May 1, 1975 and terminating July 31, 1975 for
rental of the House in the Country (Intensive Supervision Unit), it being under-
stood that Federal and State Aid will expire on July 31, 1975,
RESOLUTION NO. 98—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Ayes — 15 Noes — 0 Adopted
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to
General Fund $ 81,144 65
Encumbrances 206 20
County Self -Insurance 1,355 20
Dog Fund 8 45
Printing Transfers 3,063 71
Airport 4,849 44
Highway 154,068 56
Federal Revenue Sharing 6,303 55
$250,999 76
be and hereby are audited by this board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
April 28, 1975 65
RESOLUTION NO. 99—RESOLUTION OF RESPECT — JOHN BUTTON
Moved by Mr Culligan, unanimously seconded and adopted
WHEREAS, John Button passed away on Friday, April 18, 1975, and
WHEREAS, the said John Button spent most of his entire life in the City of
Ithaca and was employed for many years by the Citizens Savings Bank and pre-
viously by the J B Lang Engine and Garage Co , Inc , which garage was founded
by his grandfather, and
WHEREAS, John Button served as an Alderman and Supervisor from the
Third Ward in the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, he served on the Board of Supervisors from October 16, 1950,
through December 31, 1951, and
WHEREAS, he served as Chairman of the Civil Defense Committee and as
a member of the Health, Physically Handicapped Children, Insurance and the
County Officers Committees, and
WHEREAS, the said John Button performed all of his duties as a County
Representative with due diligence, and
WHEREAS, following his retirement from public office, he continued to be
an active member of the Ithaca community, serving as a member of Fire Company
No 3 and maintaining an active interest in all other community affairs, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, UNANIMOUSLY, That this board expresses its sincere sorrow
at the passing of John Button,
RESOLVED, further, That this Board extends its sympathy to the widow and
family of John Button
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy
of this resolution to the family of John Button
At this time Mr Culligan placed the name of Michael Ouckama on the table
for two weeks for appointment to the Mental Health Board
Mr Webster placed the following names on the table for appointment to the
Economic Opportunity Corporation
Bruce Bard Gary Hotaling
Ruth Blanchard Hugh Hurlbut
Donald Chatman Beverly Livesay
Will Davie John Marcham
Grace Evans Leonard Miscall
Jeanne Vanderbilt Anthony Spano
Chairman Kerr announced a dedication of Tompkins -Cortland Community
College will be held May 3
He requested a brief executive session of the board immediately following
thus meeting
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 50 p m
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REGULAR MEETING
MAY 12, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15 Representatives
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the April 28th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Minutes of the TC3 Board of Trustees for April 7, copy of a letter from
Edward Foss of the Village of Lansing to Commissioner Schuler re Route 13/
Triphammer overpass, copy of a letter from Robert King to A Hayes of Chartair
re no more refueling of aircraft inside hangars, copy of executed application for
CFR vehicle and inadvertent entry fencing, minutes of the Route 13 Task Force
Group for April 15, minutes of the Cayuga Station Impact Analysis Steering
Committee for April 22, Tompkins County Comprehensive Health Planning Coun-
cil in favor of ten -channel recorder for dispatch center, South Central New York
RC&D sent supplement to data in the Project Plan because of the addition of
Tompkins County in 1971, STE semi-annual program activity report, minutes
of County Library Board of Trustees for March 25, annual report of the Human
Raghts Commission for 1974, PSC Case 80002 NYSE&G rulings on prehearmg
conference issues, resolution from City of Ithaca Planning Board supporting re-
sponsible actions aimed rehabihtation of Boardman House, First Baptist Church
and the Old Court House, minutes of Intergovernmental Relations Committee for
April 22, letter from Mrs Helen Cameron opposing any legislation which would
increase their insurance payment, pistol permits for April totalled $96 00, Report
on Evaluation of the U S Railway Associations Prelmunary System Plan; memo
from L J Long, Secretary, Industrial Development Agency, notifying that bids
for Morse Chain sewer connection are to be opened on May 19th, Manual Posso
request to attend June 15-20 Conference at New Orleans for Coroners and Medical
Examiners, NYS DOT Fish and Wildlife Office enclosing information concerning
NYS Environmental Conservation Stream Protection Law, Resolutions from Ithaca
Fire Companies No 1 and No 7 recommending the Board of Representatives to
purchase $11,180 12 ten -channel recorder for dispatch center, PSC re NYSE&G
Cayuga Station notice extending time limit for appeals and replies to May 16,
1975, copies of letters from Chamber of Commerce to Senator William T Smith
and Assemblyman Gary Lee re malpractice insurance for medical profession, copy
of a letter from Civil Service Employees' Association Inc demanding the County
reverse January 1, 1975 decision to eliminate the hiring step as of May 12, 1975
Mrs Ann Furrey spoke to the Board under privilege of the floor in regard
to a Statement of the Village of Lansing relative to a bill to go to the legislature
to legalize certain proceedings of Tompkins County in relation to County Sewer
District No 1 Section 1 of the proposed bill confirms the formation of County
Sewer District No 1 and Section 2 allows the county to set rates for sewer service
by resolution of the Board of Representatives She raised some questions and
asked the board to carefully study this act She also said she is appointed to the
Sewer Commission However, she doesn't have a vote Mr Kerr said this could
be modified by a resolution from this board and the Sewer Agency is going to
consider it and will have a recommendation to this board Mr Williamson, County
Attorney, said Section 2 of the bill may need some reworking so it would satisfy
everyone concerned
Mr Bruce said he has documents from the Village of Cayuga Heights Board
which requests this board to hold in abeyance any proposed legislation concern-
ing Sewer District No 1 until questions are answered and wishes the board would
not support the legislation as it now stands
Mr Kerr said he believes it is a matter for the Sewer Agency to consider
and come back to the board with a recommendation
Mrs Livesay said the Intergovernmental Relations Committee met with the
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Village of Lansing Wednesday at their request because of their concern on the
bill and concern that the delegates to the Sewer Commission from the Village
of Lansing were not permitted to vote and she feels this board should make a
decision on who should vote on the comnussion She also questioned the necessity
of the contract aimed at providing sewer service to Pyramid She would like to
see this board sit down with participants and see what is being objected to and
what needs to be done to remedy the situation
Chairman Kerr asked for a summary of the questions raised and requested
a report and recommendation in approximately one month from the County At-
torney on what this board should do to clarify any of these questions and will
then take whatever action is needed
Dr Reuben Weiner spoke under privilege of the floor regarding the reloca-
tion of Route 96 He has circulated petitions supporting the project and urged the
board to take a sincere action on this issue He also spoke relative to malpractice
insurance crisis
Mr MacNeil spoke about the Octopus situation at the west end of Ithaca
Mr Liguori reported that it was indicated that construction of the Route 96
project could start near the end of this decade with completion perhaps by 1980
He feels the community should keep applying pressure
Mr Miller said he is on the Alcoholism Steering Committee which is meeting
regularly There will be a decriminalization of public intoxication to take effect
January 1, 1976 It is hoped a Detoxification Center can be set up in the hospital
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said they will meet May
22 and Mrs Bonnie Howell will give a report on the financial status of the Family
Health Center
Mr Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, stated the moving expenses
resolution for the Biochemist that was tabled has not been resolved yet They
have been working on the creation of position in the Mental Health Department
which was tabled for more information and a resolution will be presented later.
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning and Public Works Committee, said a
plaque was dedicated at the airport honoring Glenn Turner on May 5 He said
Mrs Jones from the City will be meeting tomorrow with he, Mr Liguori, and
Mr Meggs regarding DeWitt Park They discussued the roads with the Village
of Lansing and he read a draft resolution which will be presented at the next
meeting He said he attended a meeting to review Impact Study of the NYSE&G
Plan Mr Liguori said they received a draft report of the statement by the con-
sulting engineers which has been in committee and the final report will be made
in June Mr MacNeil also said copies of Professor Myberg's Study on Transporta-
tion should be available by June 1 The next committee meeting will be held
June 3
Mr Haight, Chairman of Public Safety and Correction Committee, reported
they met and approved changing the supplier for the microfilm in the County
Clerk's Office due to poor service by the present supplier They also approved
the purchase of a camera by the Sheriff's Department They did not approve the
purchase of tape recorders suggested by the Fire Coordinator and suggested it
be held over until budget time for future consideration They voted to recom-
mend hiring another deputy clerk for Family Court.
Mr Webster, Chairman of Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said there
was a meeting held to consider the future of the Intensive Supervision Unit It
was decided not to consider continuing the operation of the facility They are
looking for a July 15th closing date
Mr Miller, Chairman of Social Services Committee, said they met with the
District Attorney to discuss different situations There will be a resolution later
in the meeting for a position in the Office for the Aging
Mrs Livesay said the creation of a position for the Office for the Aging
was in the original description of the Office She said at the Advisory Committee
meeting, they discussed revision of the budget It was approved by the Advisory
Committee and Social Services Committee and a resolution is needed by this
68 May 12, 1975
board She also reported negotiations are continuing relative to the Nutrition for
the Elderly Program and they hope to have something for the next meeting She
laid two names on the table for consideration of appointment to the Human
Rights Commission — Ruthie Matthews to replace Eloise Dowdell and Rev David
Winter to replace Cleveland Myers
Mr Howard Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, reported they met
April 30th to discuss the construction management concept Several people went
to Albany May 7 to talk with Health Department officials regarding the status
of Part II Submission — an answer is expected within a week They met May
9th and came up with a scope of services and will interview several firms for a
partial concept of construction management and will come back to the Board for
approval The architects and their consultants will meet with the staff at the
hospital May 13, 14, and 15 There is a jomt meeting May 14th with the Board
of Managers and architects will be there with a report
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, said they are still progressing with prob-
lems relative to EDP and are making satisfactory progress
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, said there are two lawsuits involving
personnel matters in the Highway Department and Social Services Department
The case will be heard May 21
Chairman Kerr said he and Mr Stevenson met with four representatives from
the FAA to look over airport facilities and review problems
Mr Webster said he met with the Sheriff and there was another fire in the
jail last night
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Bruce and Adopted that the
resolutions for Award of Bid — Preservation and remodeling of the Old Court
House, Creation of Positions — Probation Department and Creation of Position —
Mental Health, be lifted from the table and presented at this meeting
RESOLUTION NO. 100—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes — 15 Noes — 0
Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $1,096 13 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are
Claim 93—Construction Costs $1,059 84
Capital Miscellaneous Expenses 36 29
$1,096 13
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amounts be and the same are hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO 101—CREATION OF POSITION — COMPREHENSIVE EM-
PLOYMENT AND TRAINING ACT (CETA), TITLE VI
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing position be created on a temporary basis not to exceed February 10, 1976,
said position to be funded 100 percent for wages and benefits under CETA Title
VI federal grant
Planning Department (Environmental Management Council)
1 Senior Stenographer (09-14) Labor grade IX, Competitive Class, one-
half time
RESOLUTION NO. 102—CREATION OF POSITION — OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services and Personnel Com-
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mittees, That one position of Aging Services Specialist (10-17), labor grade X,
competitive class, be created effective immediately, monies having been provided
in the 1975 budget
RESOLUTION NO. 80—CREATION OF POSITION — MENTAL HEALTH (Was
tabled at April 14th meeting)
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Culligan A discussion followed and
the resolution was adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That one position of Stenographer (05-09), competitive class, labor gr,de V, be
created effective immediately on a full-time basis, said position to be 100 per cent
reimbursable to the County under a grant from the N Y S Division of Alcoholism,
and said position having been duly advertised,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $6,324 00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (A-1990) to the 4250 100 Account,
RESOLVED, further That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 93—CREATION OF POSITIONS — PROBATION (Was tabled
at April 28th meeting)
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller Discussion followed and a
voice vote was taken on the Probation Supervisor position and it was adopted
A voice vote was taken on the Probation Assistant position and it was adopted
with Mr Dates casting a dissenting vote A roll call vote was taken which resulted
as follows Ayes — Benson, Bruce, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil, Miller,
Robey, Watros, Webster, Kerr — 11 Noes — Clynes, Culligan, Haight, Dates — 4
Resolution adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections and
Personnel Committees, That the following positions be created in the Probation
Department, said positions having been duly advertised
1 Probation Supervisor (14-12), labor grade XIV, competitive class
1 Probation Assistant (06-14), labor grade VI, competitive class
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $11,670 be appropriated from the Con-
tingent Fund (Code A-1990) to Probation — Personal Services (Code A-3140 100),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Bruce, That Resolution No
65 — Award of Bid — Preservation and Remodeling of the Old Court House
which was Tabled at the April 28th meeting be lifted from the table Motion
adopted
RESOLUTION NO 65—AWARD OF BID — PRESERVATION AND REMODEL-
ING OF THE OLD COURT HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Robey There was a general dis-
cussion and a roll call vote was taken which resulted as follows Ayes — Dates,
Livesay, MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Webster, Benson, Bruce, Clynes — 9 Noes --
Culligan, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Watros, Kerr — 6 Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, Resolution No 94, adopted by this board on April 16, 1973,
authorized renovation of the Old Court House and employed Architect William
Downing, and
WHEREAS, Resolution No 13, adopted by this board on January 13, 1975,
authorized Architect William Downing to advertise for bids, and
WHEREAS, Stewart & Bennett, Inc , Ithaca, New York, is the lowest respon-
sible bidder meeting all specifications for the General Construction contract in
the amount of $331,220, and
WHEREAS, Kimball Plumbing & Heating, Inc , Elmira, New York, is the
lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications for the Heating, Ventilating
and Air Conditioning contract with a bid in the amount of $132,500, and
70 May 12, 1975
WHEREAS, Kimball Plumbing & Heating, Inc , Elmira, New York, is the
lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications for the Plumbing contract
with a bid in the amount of $35,350, and
WHEREAS, Norton Electric Company, Inc , Ithaca, New York, is the lowest
responsible bidder meeting all specifications for the Electrical contract with
a bid in the amount of $63,346, and
WHEREAS, the total of sand bids amounts to $562,416, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That said bids be and they hereby are accepted,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized to execute said contracts on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO. 103—INCREASE IN RATES — TOMPKINS COUNTY
HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Bruce A lengthy discussion followed
and the resolution was adopted
WHEREAS, it is the intent of this Board that costs at Tompkins County
Hospital shall be — as far as possible — recovered from patient billing, and
WHEREAS, it is also the policy of this Board that equity be sought within
the fee schedule, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Board of Managers and the
Budget and Administration Committee, That the management of the hospital is
directed to revise the fee schedule of the hospital as needed to yield an average
cost to commercial and self -pay patients equal to the 1975 Blue Cross rate
Chairman Kerr announced the next meeting will be held May 27th instead
of Memorial Day
Mr Webster placed in nomination the names of the following people to be
appointed to the Economic Opportunity Corporation
Ruth Blanchard, Donald Chatman, Will Davie, Bruce Bard, Grace Evans, Gary
Hotaling, Hugh Hurlbut, Beverly E Livesay, John Marcham, Leonard Miscall,
Anthony Spano, Jeanne Vanderbilt Upon hearing no further nominations, the
Chairman declared the above-named people members of the Economic Oppor-
tunity Corporation
Mr Culligan placed in nomination the name of Mr Michael Ouckama to be
appointed a member of the Mental Health Board Upon hearing no further
nominations, the Chairman declared Mr Ouckama a member of the Mental Health
Board
Chairman Kerr announced a meeting of the Hospital Construction Committee
will be held at the hospital on Wednesday and tomorrow evening a meeting will
be held with the Hospital Board of Managers, and immediately following today's
meeting there will be a brief executive session of the board
Mr Murphy explained the rates at the hospital
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 41 p m
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REGULAR MEETING
MAY 27, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m.
Present 13 Excused Representatives MacNeil and Culligan — 2.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the May 12th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Village of Cayuga Heights sent minutes of special meeting of May 7 with
resolutions appointing Peter Minotti to zoning Board of Appeals and requesting
proposed legislation concerning County Sewer District No 1 be held in abeyance;
copy of letter from Frank Liguori to NYS DOT Aviation Development Section re
amendment to FAA application for Federal Assistance for CFR weight vehicle and
installation of inadvertent entry fencing, copy of executed contract with W. C
Dean for thinning of trees on Caroline Town Forest Plantation; copy of Thomas
G Payne's annual report of valuations on the City Assessment Roll; copy of
Village of Cayuga Heights resolution of June 1973 appointing David J Allee and
reappointing Rane F Randolph as representatives on Sanitary Sewer District No
1, letter from George Train, President, Finger Lakes Association re additional
request for money for programs — NYS Tourist Promotion Grant was only 1/3
of what had been indicated, letter from Stanley Steingut, Speaker of the Assem-
bly, re bill passed in legislature on malpractice insurance; letter from Sheldon
Bradshaw, Executive Director, Alcoholism Information Center re revenue sharing
contracts for 1975, letter from Dr Batt and Dr Hamlisch re examination of H.
VanDoren on jail fire, memorandum from NYS Health Planning Comnussion re
Governor Carey's announcement of designation of eight health service areas in
NYS to comply with National Health Planning and Resources Development Act of
1974, Gary Lee, Assemblyman, sent copy of letter to Roger Barton, Chairman of
Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce, re medical malpractice insurance prob-
lem, application of NYSE&G to the Siting Board Case 80002 Apphcant's memo to
Chairman Roth opposing the presiding examiner's recommendation of dismissal
of the application and discussing the rulings on which recommendation is based;
letter from STE requesting Tompkins County to appoint three representatives as
members to the reorganized Board prior to July 1, 1975, STE 1974 Annual Fiscal
Report, from Eugene Arnold, Hospital Administrator, copies of 1975 Fee Schedule
and Analysis of impact of fee increase on Income vs 1974 Income, Moravia Cen-
tral School Board of Education letter petitioning legislators of Tompkins County
to allow school taxes in Tompkins County to be paid in installments, letter from
Gary A Lee re Public Intoxication Removal Program and asking what Tompkins
County plans on this important matter, copy of draft resolution to clarify member-
ship on County Sewer District No 1 Commission sent to municipalities, Resolution
from City of Ithaca American Revolutionary Bicentennial Commission with respect
to DeWittt Park, letter from NYS Dept of Labor re Manpower Adm of the US
Dept of Labor has indicated funds for 1975 Summer Youth Program are anti-
cipated and planning allocation for Tompkins County is $57,416
Under privilege of the floor Mayor Snudt of the Village of Lansing spoke
to the board regarding a resolution adopted by the village re maintenance, snow
removal, etc for roads for which the village is responsible They would like to
avoid the necessity of forming a separate road department One of the ways to
supply road service is to contract with another unit of government He said he
would like to speak to the resolution on the agenda re abandonment of roads when
it is presented
Mr Alvin Knepper spoke under privilege of the floor relative to contribu-
tion to a monument for the Korean and Viet Nam War casualties 1
Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Dates, Chairman of the Budget and Administration Committee, made a
progress report on the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency and the
extension of sewer along Warren Road from the manhole in front of the Agway
72 May 27, 1975
Research Laboratories for the Morse Chain Project Funds for this extension were
to be provided, temporarily, by the Tompkins County Area Development, Inc
which would then be reimbursed 60 per cent from federal sources and 40 per
cent from Sewer District No 2 which presently owns the sewer line from the
Warren Road pumping station to Agway Laboratories Bids were opened and the
low bid of L R S Excavating Company was accepted, providing they can comply
with bonding and insurance requirements of the contract The procedure followed
provides the necessary sewage for the Morse Chain plant without any capital out-
lay from the county or town and will make final acquisition by the sewer district
at a cost of only 40 per cent of the total project cost of $26,000 including engineer-
ing costs and supervision of the work
Mr Dates also reported that we are receiving requests for funds from people
from organizations who have cuts in Federal and State monies
Mr Clynes, member of the Health Committee, reported the committee met
and received a presentation from the Mental Health Department on their budget
and a proposed increase of staffing but before they request it formally, suggested
a department personnel analysis This matter was referred to the County Ad-
ministrator They referred and suggested the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, in conjunction with the Health Committee, take a look at the Challenge
Industries item
Mr Robey said also discussed at a meeting of the Mental Health Board was
620 funding He explained the funding to the board
Mr Webster, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, announced a meeting
of the Ad hoc Youth and Recreation Committee will be held Wednesday at 7 30
p m The committee will meet May 28 They met with the County Administrator,
TC3 administration and Cortland County for a preliminary review of budget needs
for 1975-1976 They will be meeting with the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee
Mrs Benson asked about the progress of an issue about establishing closer
communication between the city and county Mr Webster said they will be able
to come to the board with a formal proposal hopefully within a month
Mr Kerr stated, relative to Mr Knepper's request this morning, that there is
interest and he felt a report will be made on this matter in the future
Mr Kidney said he is hopeful that an attempt be made to obtain a line
item budget for TC3
Mr Holden, Personnel Committee, stated he will be withdrawing the reso-
lution relative to moving expenses for the biochemist at the hospital
Mr Haight, Public Safety and Corrections Committee, said they considered a
tape recorder for the fire department and suggested no further consideration
until budget time They received communication from Judge Anthony Schultz
from the Town of Caroline that they are having problems with stray dogs and
they will be meeting with the SPCA
Mr Miller, Social Services Committee, met May 6 and discussed welfare
fraud He spoke relative to a registered nurse position change to therapist at
County Home The Commissioner of Social Services has requested a typist posi-
tion
Mrs Livesay said negotiations are underway for the Nutrition program
Several members of the Advisory Committee for the Office for the Aging and
various personnel involved met with the Salvation Army Board of Directors Nego-
tiations are still continuing
Mr Stevenson, Chairman of the Hospital Construction Committee, reported
on their progress
Mr Robert Williamson, County Attorney, reported on the cases re workers in
the Social Services Department and the Highway Department workers Also, he
reported that Ramada has asked to have their assessment reduced
Mr John Murphy reported relative to the administrative manual and the EDP
matter at the hospital
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Chairman Kerr said there has been several meetings the last few weeks with
the Hospital Board of Managers and there is a resolution to be presented later in
the meeting
Mr Dates asked permission to withdraw the resolution regarding abandon-
ment of roads in the village of Lansing Mayor Smidt pointed out that their
fiscal year begins June 1 and hopes they will be given reasonable notice Mr
Dates said he is sure notice will be given The resolution was withdrawn until
the first meeting in June
RESOLUTION NO. 104—CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITIONS — HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Clynes Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That the following positions be created under Section 64 of the Civil Service
Law, on a temporary basis- not to exceed 90 calendar days, at the Tompkins
County Hospital, effective immediately, monies having been included in the 1975
budget
18 Hospital Aides (03-05), labor class, grade III
4 Hospital Orderlies (04-04), labor class, grade IV
1 Ward Clerk (04-10), noncompetitive class, grade IV
2 Laboratory Helpers (03-06), labor class, grade III
3 Food Service Helpers (02-02), labor class, grade II
4 Clerks (03-02), competitive class, grade III
2 Cleaners (03-01), labor class, grade IH
4 Typists (04-09), competitive class, grade IV
RESOLUTION NO 105—AUTHORIZATION TO TEMPORARILY RELOCATE
SHERIFF'S OFFICES INTO THE DEWITT BUILDING
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
WHEREAS, plans for the preservation of the Old Court House are underway,
and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to provide interim space for the use of the
Sheriff's Department during the period of reconstruction, and
WHEREAS, space is available in the DeWitt Building under an alternate
plan designated as Plan B, including 1,200 square feet at $4 50 per square foot
for a monthly charge of $450 00, and
WHEREAS, it is anticipated the interim space will be necessary for approxi-
mately 15 Months, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee and the Public Safety and Corrections Committee, That the Chairman of
the Board be and he hereby is authorized and directed to enter into an agreement
with the owners of the DeWitt Mall for rental of said space under the Plan B
arrangement for an approximate period of 15 months at $450 00 per month,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to expend $6,750 from the County Building Capital Construction Ac-
count to cover the lease agreement
RESOLUTION NO. 106—AWARD OF BIDS — HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids in ac-
cordance with specifications filed at his office for one new 1975 Heavy Duty Truck,
and
WHEREAS, Brockway Motor Trucks, Factory Branch, Elmira, New York
was the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications with a net bid of
$31,795 00, and an alternate deduct of $1,895 00 for deletion of tires, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee that the bid of Brockway Motor trucks be and the same hereby is accepted
in the amount of $29,900 00, and the Commissioner of Public Works is authorized
and directed to complete said purchase on behalf of the county
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RESOLUTION NO. 107—AWARD OF BIDS — AIR CONDITIONING UNITS —
BUILDING C
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Dates Discussion followed and resolu-
tion was adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised and received
bids for furnishing and installing Air Conditioning Units, along with all electrical
work, and
WHEREAS, Norton Electric Company, Inc , 1013 West State Street, Ithaca,
New York, was lowest responsible bidder, meeting all specifications with a bid
of $16,586 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, that the low bid of Norton Electric Company, Inc in the amount of
$16,586 00 be and the same hereby is accepted and the Commissioner of Pubhc
Works is directed to complete said transaction on behalf of the County, and
RESOLVED, further, That $17,641 shall be paid from Encumbered 1974
Funds — Building C — Federal Revenue Sharing Account F9550 942, said amount
including engineering and printing in addition to the above bid
RESOLUTION NO. 108—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — IN-
DIRECT COST REPORT AND A COST ALLOCATION
PLAN — SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Discussion followed and resolu-
tion was adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration and
Social Services Committee, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be
and he hereby is directed to execute a contract with Peat, Marwich and Mitchell,
Syracuse, New York, to furnish a Cost Allocation Plan and an Indirect Cost Re-
port for the Social Services Department required for reimbursement, cost not
to exceed $8,500
RESOLUTION NO. 109—CORRECTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL — TOWN OF
ULYSSES
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Robey, adopted
WHEREAS, this Board is informed that an error was made in the 1973 Assess-
ment Roll for the Town of Ulysses, namely, Tax Map Number 19-3-2-6 2 was a
duplicate assessment and should be expunged, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the assessment on Tax Map Number 19-3-2-6 2 be expunged from the 1973
Assessment Roll for the Town of Ulysses and charge back $23 67 to the County
of Tompkins, $2 18 to the Town of Ulysses and $30 96 to the School Distnct
RESOLUTION NO. 110—HOSPITAL FISCAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Clynes, seconded by Mr Kidney A discussion followed and a
roll call resulted Ayes Representatives Haight, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Miller,
Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson, Bruce, Clynes, Dates, Kerr — 13 Noes — 0
Excused 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, the Board of Managers of the Tompkins County Hospital has
adopted a resolution on the 14th day of May, 1975, requesting that the Fiscal Af-
fairs of the Tompkins County Hospital be placed under the control of the Office
of the County Administrator, and
WHEREAS, it is requested that the operational details for the change -over be
supervised by a Committee of the members of the Board of Representatives and
Board of Managers, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on request of the Tompkins County Board of Managers and the
recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administration Committees, That
the entire Fiscal Services Department of the Tompkins County Hospital be placed
under the direct supervision and control of the Office of the County Administra-
tor, in his role as Treasurer of Tompkins County Hospital, it being understood,
May 27, 1975 75
however, that employees in the department shall continue to be hospital em-
ployees
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator as Hospital Treasurer
be and he hereby is further authorized to reorganize and implement such ad-
ministrative and financial innovations as he deems necessary and proper for the
efficient management of the Fiscal Services Department of said hospital,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to work with the committee named hereafter in the
operational details incident to the change -over of the Fiscal Services Department
of the hospital, effective June 1, 1975,
RESOLVED, further, That a six -member Special Committee be formed to
supervise the operational details required for the aforesaid change -over to con-
sist of three members from the Board of Managers, namely, Messrs Garmise,
Martin and Siany and three members from the Board of Representatives, ap-
pointed by the Chairman, namely, Messrs Culligan, Clynes and Kerr
RESOLUTION NO. 111—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Excused
— 2 Adopted
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to
General Fund $ 49,497 38
Encumbrances 600 69
County Self -Insurance 332 03
Dog Fund 20615
Airport 2,993 05
Highway 119,255 68
Federal Revenue Sharing 4,540 35
Total $177,425 33
be and hereby are audited by this board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
Mr Webster placed in nomination the following names for appointment to the
Human Rights Commission Ruthie Matthews to replace Eloise Dowdell The term
expires December 31, 1975 Rev David Winter to replace Cleveland Myers The
term expires December 31, 1975 Upon hearing no further nominations, the
Chairman declared the above-named people members of the Human Rights Com-
mission
Mr Webster placed the name of Ronald Space on the table for two weeks to
be considered for reappointment to the Board of Trustees of Tompkins -Cortland
Community College
Mr Kerr placed the name of Emily Warren on the table to replace Daniel
Marvin from the Town of Enfield as a member of the Bicentennial Commission
Mr Marvin has moved from the Town of Enfield but is interested in continuing to
serve on the Commission Mr Kerr placed his name on the table for two weeks
for consideration of appointment as a member at large
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11, 22 a m
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REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 9, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 14 Representatives Excused Representative Culligan — 1
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the May 27th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Resolutions urging the Board of Representatives to purchase $11,180 12 ten -
channel recorder for dispatch center from West Danby Fire Company and Town
Board of Newfield and Village of Cayuga Heights, notice from Motorola Com-
munications and Electronics canceling Antenna Site Lease No 73 -ASL -No 2 on
Hungerford Hill dated July 1, 1973 if it has not been done previously, copy of a
letter DOT Airport Development Section of Airports District Office approving
application for Federal Assistance C/F/R and fencing at Tompkins County Air-
port, copy of annual plan of operation for South Central New York RC&D project
and monthly report for May, Pistol Permits for May totalled $179 00, resignation
of Robert L Bruce effective June 30, 1975 from the Board of Representatives,
Request from Cayuga Heights Fire Department for Board of Representatives to
purchase ten -channel recorder for the dispatch center, notice that the Department
of Housing and Urban Development will accept applications to administer an
Existing Housing Program in Tompkins County Response should indicate your
willingness to participate in the program and that you are ready to accept applica-
tions for Housing Assistance Payments within your jurisdiction, NYS Department
of Environmental Conservation letter strongly supporting PSC presiding exam-
iners recommendation that NYSE&G's application be rejected at this time, copy
of executed contract agreement with Thomas L Botsford for thinning of trees in
Compartment 7 of Newfield plantation
Under privilege of the floor, Mary Lamm spoke regarding the District Attor-
ney's Office
Mrs Pauhne Darrett again spoke in opposition to the Human Rights Com-
mission
Mayor Seymour Smidt of the Village of Lansing said he would like to speak
when the resolution of abandonment of county roads is presented Mr MacNeil
said the committee will be requesting this resolution be tabled
Mr Clynes, Health Committee, reported on the progress of the Family
Health Care Programs
Mr Webster, Intergovernmental Relations Committee Chairman, said they
considered a request from representatives of the City Youth Bureau and Main
Line and will have a resolution later in the meeting They also discussed the re-
quest of Mr Slattery from the City of Ithaca and hope to have a resolution to
consider at the June 23rd meeting
Mr Holden, Personnel Committee Chairman, said they met and discussed
office space for the Personnel Committee and the creation of two positions —
one for the Recreation Therapist at the County Home and one for a typist at
the Social Services Department The typist position has not been advertised
Mr MacNeil, Planning and Pubhc Works Committee Chairman, reported they
met June 3 The City Planning Department has invited them to a meeting to dis-
cuss DeWitt Park There was discussion of the management of the airport and the
Commissioner of Public Works has recommended to continue the present system
until they can make a determination on the Master Plan He spoke about proposals
of Alleghany Airlines and Alan Hayes, Chartair He reported on Hertz and Avis
companies who rent space at the airport He will be requesting that the resolu-
tion regarding the abandonment of roads be tabled for two weeks He discussed
the septic tank treatment at Cayuga Heights System It is felt the County Sanitary
Landfill has a lifetime of 15 years Plans are going forward for the renovation
of the Old Court House and on-the-job supervisor has been designated
Mr Haight, Public Safety and Correction Committee Chairman, said they re-
viewed ballpark budgets for the County Clerk and District Attorney Judge
Schultz spoke to them about dog problems in the Town of Caroline The SPCA was
1
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there and satisfaction was reached by both sides The District Attorney suggested
that the county contract with the City of Ithaca to have the city prosecutor join
with the District Attorney's office and become a full time District Attorney
assistant.
Mr Miller, Social Services Committee Chairman, requested a change in a
position at the County Home from Registered Nurse to Recreation Therapist
Mrs Livesay said the negotiations with the Salvation Army are continuing
Mr Kerr asked for a clarification of the food procedure at the County Home
Mr Wagner said Dr Kathleen Gaffney, Commissioner of the Tompkins County
Health Department, has told the County Home they cannot can foods anymore
because of the danger of botulism, however, they can freeze foods
Mr Dates, Budget and Administration Committee Chairman, spoke relative
to Human Services regarding draft of application for federal revenue sharing
funds
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, spoke pertinent to the possibility of the
office of the Secretary of State's participation in preparation of the County Ad-
ministrative Manual He also reported on the progress of the hospital EDP He
spoke relative to a letter received from Onondaga County There will be a meet-
ing June 17 re the National Health Planning & Resources Development Act He
also reported regarding the interest rate on unpaid county tax bills
Mr Robert Wilhamson, County Attorney, reported on the motion re em-
ployees in the Highway Department There is another case coming up involving
hospital personnel
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, made a progress report
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Webster, That Resolution for
Abandonment of County Roads to Village of Lansing, be tabled until the next
meeting Motion to Table adopted.
Mr Miller withdrew the resolution pertaining to Creation of Position of
Typist — Social Services Department
RESOLUTION NO. 112—CREATION OF POSITION — SOCIAL SERVICES
(COUNTY HOME)
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Livesay Discussion followed and
resolution was adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services and Personnel Com-
mittees, That one position of Registered Professional Nurse (11-17), labor grade
XI, non competitive class, be abolished effective immediately and that one posi-
tion of Recreation Therapist (09-24), labor grade IX, competitive class, be created
effective immediately, monies available in the 1975 budget
RESOLUTION NO 113—AUTHORIZATION TO PARTICIPATE IN SUMMER
WORK STUDY PROGRAM — CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson Ayes — 14 Noes — 0
Excused — 1 Adopted -
WHEREAS, Cornell University has requested the County to participate in a
Work Study Program for the summer of 1975, and
WHEREAS, said Work Study Program would entail a full time student work-
ing for Frank Liguori, Commissioner of Planning, for the summer of 1975, and
WHEREAS, the maximum salary to be paid by said study by Cornell Univer-
sity is $1,000 00, and
WHEREAS, Cornell University has requested the County of Tompkins to
participate in said progi am to a maximum of $200 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and the Planning and
Public Works Committees, that the Commissioner of Personnel be and he hereby
is authorized and directed to execute a contract with Cornell University for the
participation of the County in said work program,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $200 00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A1990) to Planning Department, Contractual and Other
Expenses (Code A 8020 400), -
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
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RESOLUTION NO. 114—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — MAIN
LINE
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mrs Benson After a discussion it was
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Clynes, that the rules of the board be
waived so the resolution can be presented (any unbudgeted item over $5,000
must be advertised) Ayes — 14 Noes — 0 Excused — 1 Motion to waive rules
adopted. A lengthy discussion took place and a roll call vote resulted as follows
Ayes — 14 Noes — 0 Excused — 1 Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, Main Line, a corporation of volunteers with a paid coordinator
providing college -oriented drug information and counseling has witnessed in-
creasing juvenile drug abuse and delinquency m the area, and
WHEREAS, Main Line is able to provide a variety of programs to stimulate
involvement of youth with positive older -role models and development of personal
responsibility for their own hves, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Youth Bureau has identified a need for a
youth -oriented program to serve youth from throughout the County to provide the
aforesaid drug information and counseling program, and
WHEREAS, the headquarters of said program would be located m College -
town, Ithaca, New York, and
WHEREAS, the total proposed budget on file with the Clerk of the Board of
Representatives for said program is $13,952 of which $6,976 has been raised in
the community by Main Line, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Division of Youth has indicated that it is
willing, conditioned upon State Approval, to providereimbursement funds in
the amount of $6,976, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and
directed to execute a contract with a not-for-profit corporation, being organized
by the Main Line volunteers for the aforesaid youth programs, conditional upon
State approval, and contingent upon state funding, on behalf of the County,
RESOLVED, further, That the 1975 Budget be amended and changed as fol-
lows
Revenue Accounts
(Agency Contribution) Code 1621—Narcotics—Main Line $ 6,976
(State Aid) Code 3487—Narcotics—Main Line 6,976
Appropriation Account Code 4221—Narcotics—Main Line $13,952
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said amendments to the 1975 Budget
RESOLUTION NO. 115—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT
— TOMPKINS COUNTY AIRPORT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Kidney Discussion followed
Adopted
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has tendered to the
County on behalf of the United States a proposed Amendment No 2 to the
Grant Agreement for Project No 9-30-034-6404, duly executed by the FAA, to be
executed by the County, if such Amendment No 2 is found acceptable, and
WHEREAS, the County has determined that such Amendment No 2 is ac-
ceptable, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee,
1 That the County does hereby accept such Amendment No 2 which is here-
by attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and
2 That, on behalf of the County, Harry A Kerr, Chairman of the Board of
Representatives, be and he hereby is authorized to execute Amendment
No 2, and
3 That his execution of said Amendment No 2 be and hereby is ratified
4 That Phyllis B Howell, Clerk of the Board of Representatives, be and
she hereby is directed
a to attest such execution
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b To affix the official seal of the County
c to attach a copy of Amendment No 2, so executed by the FAA to the
transcript of this resolution and
d to deliver to the FAA six copies of the fully executed Amendment No 2
together with three certified copies of the transcript of this resolution
RESOLUTION NO. 116—PETTY CASH FUND — COMMISSIONER OF MENTAL
HEALTH
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
tion Committees, That a petty cash fund m the amount of $50 00 be established
for the Commissioner of Mental Health pursuant to Section 371 of the County Law
RESOLUTION NO. 117—ACCEPTANCE OF FOOTPRINT AND GENERAL LAY-
OUT OF NEW COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes Mr Bruce requested a public
review of the footprint Mr Larry Hoffman reviewed the footprmt and general
layout of the hospital A roll call was taken as follows Ayes — 13 Noes — 0.
Excused — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, the architects have dehvered to the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee the proposed footprint and general layout of the new County Hospital, and
WHEREAS, the, Hospital Construction Committee has reviewed the aforesaid
plans in depth, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
that the footprint and general layout of the new County Hospital as proposed by
the architects and on file with the Clerk of the Board of Representatives be and
the same hereby are accepted
RESOLUTION NO. 118—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—SOCIAL SERVICES DEPART-
MENT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Ayes — 14 Noes — 0 Excused
— 1. Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services Committee and
Budget and Administration Committee, That the following transfer of funds be
and hereby is approved
From Code 6010 400 Contractual Expense
To Code 6010 840 Retirement $244 09
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 119—REQUEST FOR ADVANCE PAYMENT — STATE OF
NEW YORK — SOCIAL SERVICES' REIMBURSEMENT
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Dates Discussion followed It was
Moved by Mr Bruce, seconded by Mr Webster, that resolution be tabled until
such time as committees have a chance to study Mr Kerr said it would be
referred to the Social Services Committee Motion to Table adopted with Mr.
Dates casting a dissenting vote
WHEREAS, the Governor of the State of New York has by executive order
forwarded to the City of New York the reimbursement due to the City of New
York from the State of New York under the various Social Services programs,
and
WHEREAS, said monies m the approximate amount of $600,000,000 were
directed to be paid to the city in advance of the dates required, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins anticipates deficiencies in its Social
Services Budget, and
WHEREAS, said County may need to borrow monies to fulfill the require-
ments of the various programs due to said expenditures in excess of the amount
budgeted, and
WHEREAS, receipt of Social Services' reimbursement monies from the state
in advance of the due date of saidreimbursement would alleviate the need
for borrowing said monies, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that this board formally requests the Governor to extend his
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executive order to include the advancement of Social Services monies due to
the County of Tompkins as reimbursement from the State of New York under
the Social Services Law in an amount equal to its anticipated share of $1,700,000
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward certified copies
of this resolution to Governor Hugh Carey, Senator William T Smith, Assembly-
man Gary A Lee, the New York State Commissioner of Social Services, Tompkins
County Commissioner of Social Services, the Yates County Legislature and the
Seneca County Board of Supervisors
It was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden, that a resolution per-
taining to Revenue Anticipation Note — Hospital, be considered at this meeting
Motion adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 120—REVENUE ANTICIPATION NOTE RESOLUTION OF
JUNE 9, 1975, OF THE COUNTY OF TOMPKINS, STATE
OF NEW YORK, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,300,000 —
HOSPITAL OPERATING COSTS
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes — 14 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — 1 Adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, this 9th day of June, 1975, by the Board of Representatives
of the County of Tompkins, New York, as follows
Section 1 That, pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York,
said County of Tompkins in anticipation of the collection of specific revenues
other than real estate taxes or assessments, to wit, revenue received for services
rendered for patient care at the Tompkins County Hospital, to become due and
payable during the current fiscal year ending December 31, 1975, shall issue and
sell a revenue anticipation note, or notes, in the amount not to exceed One Million
Three Hundred Dollars ($1,300,000) to mature not later than the 16th day of June,
1976
Section 2 That the amount of the uncollected revenue aforesaid, to wit,
monies due for services rendered for the care of patients at the Tompkins County
Hospital, against which the said note is authorized is as of April 30, 1975, the sum
of Two Million One Hundred Twenty -Four Thousand One Hundred Forty -Four
and 00/100 Dollars ($2,124,14400) and that there are no other outstanding
revenue anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the receipt of such revenue
Section 3 That, except as herein prescribed, said note shall be of the
dates, terms, form contents, and price of payment, and at the rate of interest as
may be determined by the County Administrator consistent, however, with the
provisions of the said Local Finance Law of the State of New York, and shall be
executed in the name of the County of Tompkins by the County Administrator
and the seal of the County shall be attached thereto
Section 4 That, the said note shall be sold at private sale by the County
Administrator, at a price of not less than par value and accrued interest, if any,
and upon a due execution and sale of said note, the same shall be delivered to
the purchaser upon the payment by him to the County Administrator of Tompkins
County of the purchase price in cash, and the receipt by such County Administra-
tor shall be a full acquittance to such purchaser who shall not be obhgated to see
to the application of the purchase money
Section 5 Said note shall contain the clause that it may redeemed on any
date prior to maturity by mailing written notice to the purchaser of said note
and interest shall cease to be paid thereon after the date of redemption
Section 6 The full faith and credit of the County of Tompkins is hereby
pledged to the payment of the principal of and interest on said note when due
Section 7 This resolution shall take effect immediately
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Livesay and adopted that
Mr Ronald Space be reappointed to the Tompkins -Cortland Community College
Board of Trustees for a nine-year term to expire June 30, 1984, Emily Warren to
replace Daniel Marvin on the Bicentennial Committeee from the Town of Enfield
and Daniel Marvin to serve as a member -at -large
Mr Webster requested a report of the Bicentennial Committee for the next
meeting
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 49 p m
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REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 23, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present Representatives — 11 Excused — Livesay, Watros — 2.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag
The minutes of the June 9th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following Correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to proper committees for action
Letter from Dryden Town Clerk Rosemary Stelick alleging that approximately
30 "Orders to Seize Unlicensed Dogs" turned over to SPCA in March and April
have not received action, letter from Assemblyman Gary A Lee requesting a
resolution asking Governor advance state aid payments to Tompkins County
amounting to $1 7 million in light of his advanced state aid payments to NYC;
letter from R Comstock, President, Board of Managers re positions at hospital for
Director of Community Relations and typist for Family Medicine Program, exe-
cuted copy of lease with DeWitt Park Apartments for relocation of Sheriff's office;
resolution requesting Board to purchase $11,180 12 ten -channel recorder for dis-
patch center from Newfield Fire Department and Village Board of Freeville, letter
from Gertrude T Carman concerning the proposed new hospital on cost, limiting
to acute care only and questioning single -bed rooms only especially as it applies
to Blue Cross, letter from Assemblyman Gary A Lee concerning medical mal-
practice insurance and summary of the bill passed by both Senate and Assembly,
letter from Senator James Buckley re H R 3130 proposed environmental impact
statement procedure, letter from NYS Division of Military and Naval Affairs re
meeting to discuss incorporating necessary civil defense functions enabling
Tompkins County to react to emergencies more readily
The chairman called a recess for the board to convene to Executive session
The regular meeting was reconvened at 10 36 a m
Mrs Betty Muka spoke to the board under privilege of the floor regarding
her complaint which had been referred to committee She said she will have
another claim to file with the Clerk of the Board
Mr Dates, Chairman of Budget & Administration Committee, said by Charter
there should be a budget message and they would like to develop one They have
met with Human Services Coalition There will be another meeting this week re
the draft for applying for revenue sharing funds They did not withdraw any
funds for the Volunteer Action Center They considered them but were not able
to come up with any funds They decided re the Finger Lakes Request, any
additional funds will be discussed for budget for 1976 They have a consultant
on the data processing He reported he attended the opening of the Tioga Trans-
portation Museum He also reported re the railroads
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, reported a resignation was
received from the Board of Managers He will request a resolution be added to
the agenda for additional working space for the Health Department They have
taken no action on the request for public relations officer position at the hospital
They approved a typist position for the Family Medicine Program with the possi-
bility perhaps if through reorganization someone already employed in the county
could do this job He reported regarding laws being passed by the State Legisla-
ture He said he is representative to the Board for the National Junior Olympics
to be held in Tompkins County this summer
Mr Webster, Chairman of Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said
they considered a request from Nancy Meyer for county contribution to a
Children's Theater Group There will be a resolution presented later in the
meeting They also discussed TC3 preliminary budget and passed recommenda-
tions on to the Budget & Administration Committee He will present a resolution
later in the meeting regarding establishment of greater Ithaca Area Inter-
governmental Study Committee
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning & Public Works Committee, reported they
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met with the City Planmng Council re DeWitt Park and the Boardman House
There will be a recommendation regarding Boardman House at the July 14th
meeting He reported on the proposed abandonment of roads in the Village of
Lansing He said he has instructed Frank Liguori to write to the American Insti-
tute of Architects in Washington relative to a county office building
Mr Webster questioned if anything is being done about the weed problem
at the other end of the lake Mr MacNeil said the committee will look into it
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, reported they had been in-
terviewing firms to act as construction manager for the project The committee
recommends the construction management and they would like a letter of intent
to enter into a contract with John W Cowper, Inc from Buffalo
Mr Haight, Chairman of the Public Safety and Correction, reported the com-
mittee acted on a complaint from citizen Mary Lamm The problem has been
resolved
Mr Culligan reported as of June 30th the Mental Health Department will not
serve prisoners at the city and county jail Mr Haight said he has researched
the law and feels the Commissioner of Mental Health must comply Mr William-
son said he will review the law and inform them The Chairman requested a
letter be written to Dr Robert Hamhsch and Dr Roberta Batt that they continue
to serve the city and county jail and if there is any change in the future it will
be done by approval of the Board of Representatives
Mr Robey reported relative to the Soil Conservation Board He said the
long-range plan is prepared
The Planning and Public Works Committee will meet tomorrow, Thursday
and also July 8th re the airport master plan
Mr Kerr stated veterans are interested in constructing memorials in the park
to honor Korean and Vietnam veterans A committee has been working and there
will be a report at the next meeting
Permission was given for a resolution to be put on the agenda pertaining
additional space for the Health Department and a resolution of Intent for hospital
construction consultant
It was Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Dates, That a resolution — Request
for Advance Payment — State of New York — Social Services' Reimbursement,
be hfted from the table Motion to lift from the table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 119—REQUEST FOR ADVANCE PAYMENT — STATE OF
NEW YORK — SOCIAL SERVICES' REIMBURSEMENT
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Dates Ayes — Representatives Kidney,
MacNeil, Miller, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kerr — 8 Noes — Representa-
tives Benson, Clynes, Robey, Webster — 4 Excused — Representatives Bruce,
Livesay, Watros — 3 Resolution adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 121—ABANDONMENT OF COUNTY ROADS TO VILLAGE
OF LANSING
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Kidney Mr Smidt, Mayor of the
Village of Lansing, spoke to the board regarding this situation Discussion fol-
lowed and it was decided any policy should be looked at Resolution was adopted
with Representatives Benson casting a dissenting vote
WHEREAS, certain County roads or portions of County roads he wholly
within the incorporated limits of the Village of Lansing, namely
Cayuga Heights Road CR 192A — 1 59 miles
Burdick Hill Road CR 192 — 1 00 miles
Triphammer Road CR 122 — 1 81( miles (approx )
Warren Road CR 121 — 1 54 miles (approx )
5 94 miles
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Commissioner of Public Works does recom-
mend that this mileage be removed from the County Highway Road System and
did request so of the New York State Commission of Transportation by letter
dated May 9, 1975, pursuant to Section 115-B of the Highway Law, and
June 23, 1975 83
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
rruttee and the Commissioner of Public Works, that the above road mileage in-
cluding Cayuga Heights Road (1 59), Burdick Hill Road (1 00) and Triphammer
Road (1 81) are hereby removed from the County Road System and shall revert to
the Village of Lansing for maintenance,
RESOLVED, further, That the transfer of the Warren Road, north of Route
13, mileage is hereby deferred to a later date to facilitate certain improvements
of the road by the County under federal and state aided grants, under a pre-
viously initiated plan,
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies of this resolution shall be for-
warded to the Commissioner of Transportation, the Village of Lansing, and be
filed in the Tompkins County Clerk's office
RESOLUTION NO. 122—ACCEPTING GRANT OFFER FROM FAA FOR THE
PURCHASE OF ONE CFR VEHICLE AND TO INSTALL
INADVERTENT ENTRY FENCING
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has identified the need for
a crash, fire and rescue vehicle (light weight) for use at the Airport and has identi-
fied the need to install inadvertent entry fencing, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins has made application to FAA for grant
assistance in the purchase of said CFR vehicle and to install said inadvertent
entry fencing, and
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has made a grant offer of
82% of the cost of the CFR vehicle and 75% of the cost of the inadvertent entry
fencing, the maximum total grant being $28,535 toward a total project cost of
$35,318, leaving a share for the County of Tompkins of $6,783, therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee that this Board of Representatives does accept the grant offer and does
hereby direct the Chairman of the Board to execute the grant agreement on be-
half of the Board and to deliver same to the FAA, and be it further
RESOLVED, That an unconformed copy of said grant agreement dated June
6, 1975, Project No 8-36-0047-03, Contract No FA -EA -1416, is hereby incorporated
as part of this resolution and shall be attached thereto and represents a complete
copy of the grant offer, and be it further
RESOLVED, That three certified copies of this resolution shall be submitted
to FAA together with the executed copies of the grant agreement
RESOLUTION NO. 123—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT WITH
CORNELL UNIVERSITY — COUNTY HIGHWAY COM-
MUNICATIONS TRANSMITTER
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
WHEREAS, the County Highway Department would like to install a com-
munications systems at the site of the WHCU transmitter, and
WHEREAS Cornell University agrees to said installation, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and directed
to execute an agreement with Cornell University for said installation on behalf
of the County
RESOLUTION NO. 124—RENEWAL OF SNOW AND ICE AGREEMENT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes Discussion followed Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works and
the Planning and Public Works Committee, That the Agreement authorized by
Resolution No 230, dated September 10, 1973 between the People of the State
of New York acting by and through the Commissioner of Transportation of the
State of New York and the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County, pur-
suant to Section 12 of the Highway Law and relative to work of snow and ice
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control on state highways in Tompkins County, be and the same hereby is extended
for an additional period of one year (1977-1978),
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the board be and hereby is directed
to forward three certified copies of this resolution to the Comnussioner of Trans-
portation
RESOLUTION NO 125—OPPOSITION TO IMPOUNDMENT OF FUNDS — TOWN
HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (DONOVAN
PLAN)
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Holden Discussion followed Resolu-
tion adopted with Representatives Benson and Robey casting dissenting votes.
WHEREAS, the Town Highway Improvement Program (Donovan Plan) is of
vital importance to the citizens of this County in assisting ongoing improvement
to the Town Highway System and
WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of New York has appropriated $4 8
million to fund this program and Governor Carey has impounded $1 0 million of
this fund, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That this Board of Representatives of Tompkins County being
in opposition to this impoundment of funds does hereby appeal to the Honorable
Governor Carey for his release of these needed funds,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of this Board is hereby directed to for-
ward certified copies of this resolution to the Honorable Governor Carey, Ray-
mond Shuler, Director of Transportation, Assemblyman Gary A Lee, Senator
William T Smith
RESOLUTION NO. 126—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT —
TOMPKINS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS' COUNCIL,
INC.
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Culligan Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That
the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute a contract
with the Tompkins County Senior Citizens' Council, Inc for recreation for the
elderly project for the year 1975 which will provide a total payment of $9,500 00
of which $4,144 00 shall be reimbursed by the State of New York
RESOLUTION NO 127—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller Ayes — 12 Noes — 0 Excused
— 3 Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee in the amount of $1,756 63 to be paid from the Capital Construction Account
of the Tompkins-Coitland Community College are Capital Construction — Claim
No 94 — $1,756 63,
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amounts be and the same are hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 128—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—ITHACA
CITY YOUTH BUREAU CHILDRENS' THEATER WORK-
SHOP PROGRAM
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Benson r Nancy Meyer explained
the program to the board After a lengthy discussion, Chairman Kerr ruled that
the motion was out of order at this time and is to be brought back at the next
meeting for a report Mr Robey made a motion to overrule the chair After dis-
cussion, a roll call vote was taken on whether the ruling of the chair shall be
sustained Ayes — Representatives Kidney, MacNeil (wish to reaffirm its privilege
of anyone to bring resolution at any time), Dates, Haight, Holden (hope this
doesn't set a precedent), Kerr — 6 Noes — Representatives Benson, Clynes,
June 23, 1975 85
Culligan, Miller, Robey, Webster — 6 Excused — Representatives Bruce, Livesay,
Watros — 3 Ruling not sustained. A roll call on the resolution resulted — Ayes
— Representatives Kidney (anything from the Contingent Fund should come from
the Budget and Administration Committee), MacNeil (would like to re-emphasize
but if we are going to make anything of Coalition — should be action), Miller,
Robey, Webster, Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Haight — 9 Noes — Representatives,
Dates (want to bring this report in for full ad hoc comnuttee), Holden, Kerr — 3
Excused — Representatives Bruce, Livesay, Watros — 3 Adopted
WHEREAS, there is an attempt to conduct a childrens' theater workshop
program for young people in Tompkins County, and
WHEREAS, various county organizations are contributing varying amounts of
money which will be matched by New York State Division of Youth, and
WHEREAS, the County is being requested to contribute $950 00 as their share
of the $3,500 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That $950 00 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund (Code A-1990) to
joint Youth Program (Code A7320 0) for the Ithaca City Youth Bureau Childrens'
Theater Workshop Program
RESOLUTION NO. 129—CREATION OF TOMPKINS COUNTY CRIMINAL
JUSTICE ADVISORY BOARD
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller Discussion followed It was
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Haight, That resolution be tabled until the
next meeting Motion to table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 130—CREATION OF POSITION — SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson Adopted with Mr MacNeil
casting a dissenting vote
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services and Personnel Com-
mittees, That one position of Typist (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class, be
created effective immediately in the Medicaid Unit, monies available in the 1975
budget, said position has been duly advertised
RESOLUTION NO. 131—CODING — OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
following Coding for the Office for the Aging be and it hereby is approved
Personnel 7610 100 $29,168
Equipment 200 2,265
Printing & Supply 300 1,760
Contractual & Other 400 14,611
$47,804
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is directed
to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 132—ESTABLISHMENT OF THE GREATER ITHACA AREA
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS STUDY COMMIT-
TEE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Robey Discussion followed and it
was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Kidney, That this resolution be tabled
Motion to table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 133—AUTHORIZATION FOR ADDITIONAL SPACE —
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Dates Ayes —12 Noes —0 Excused
— 3 Adopted
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Health Department is in need of more of-
fice working space, and
WHEREAS, no additional space has been acquired since 1968 by this de-
partment, and
86 June 23, 1975
WHEREAS, in these seven years, four (4) full-time staff members have been
added to the Environmental Health, two (2) CETA persons have been hired this
year, the nursing staff has increased by two (2) full-time positions and an engineer
position will be filled by July, 1975, now therefore be it I
RESOLVED, that four (4) offices adjacent to the clinic be utilized by the
Tompkins County Health Department covering 483 5 square feet a $3 45 per
square foot for six months of 1975 for $834 00,
RESOLVED, further, That $860 00 be appropriated for installation and tele-
phone service for the remaining six months of 1975,
RESOLVED, further, That $1,694 be appropriated from the contingent fund
(Code A 1990) to amend the Tompkins County Department of Health 1975 Budget
as follows
A 4010 3 Installation and telephone service for six months of 1975 $860 00
A 4010 4 Space rental 483 5 square feet at $3 45 for six months of
1975 $834 00
$1,694 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is directed
to make said transfers on his books
RESOLUTION NO 134—PROPOSED HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGE-
MENT CONTRACT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Culligan Adopted with Mr Clynes
and Mr Webster casting dissenting votes
WHEREAS, the Hospital Construction Committee hats recommended that the
County enter into negotiations with John W Cowper, Inc of Buffalo, New York as
Construction Manager of the hospital project, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that said negotiations be commenced to formulate an agreement
between the County and John W Cowper, Inc for Construction Manager of the
hospital project, and said agreement being subject to the 'approval of the Board of
Representatives
RESOLUTION NO 135—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes — 12 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — 3 Adopted
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to
General Fund $ 56,597 79
Eucumbrances 271 78
County Self -Insurance 657 90
Printing Transfers 270 26
Airport 8,266 63
Highway 160,589 08
Federal Revenue Sharing 3,908 65
$230,562 09
be and hereby are audited by this board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
Chairman Kerr urged board members to get resolutions to the Clerk by Mon-
day at 5 00 p m
Mr MacNeil and Mr Kerr commended Mr Bruce who resigned effective
July 1
On motion, meeting adjourned 12-36 p m
July 14, 1975 87
REGULAR MEETING
July 14, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15 Representatives
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the June 23rd meeting were approved as presented
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Minutes of County Planning Board of June 11, resolution of Tompkins County
Municipal Officials Association requesting County Admmstrator to obtain from
New York State Sales Tax Department copies of all the sales tax reports (Form
ST -100) filed by merchants in Tompkins County for the first quarter of 1975, Mrs
Mary Lamb served papers on clerk for Mrs Betty Muka, Chairman Kerr signed
Grant Agreement Part 1 — Offer Project No 8-36-0047-03 FA -EA 1416 for CFR
and install inadvertent entry fencing, Chairman Kerr signed Inventory listing of
equipment categorical grants to CETA program stay at EOC, resolution of Seneca
County recommending New York State institute bonus plan for veterans of Korean
and Vietnam conflicts, minutes of Tompkins County Library Board of Trustees
for May 27, Annual Program Activity Report of STE RP&D Board for July 1974 -
June 1975, minutes of STE Board meeting for June 5, Social Services Department
monthly statistical report for May 1975, summary of meeting of eleven counties
on National Health Planning and Resources Development Act of 1975, notice of
meeting July 11 in Albany re Perspectives on Organization of Health Systems
Agencies, comprehensive and summary reports of Socio -Economic Impact Analysis
of the Proposed Cayuga Station Generating Plant, copy of application of petitioners
for proposed Agricultural District No. 5, Town of Danby, pistol permits for June
totaled $148 00, minutes of Planning and Public Works Committee for June 23,
25, and 26, copy of a resolution from Lansing Village Board of Trustees revoking
the building permits previously issued to Pyramid Company, Department of State
letter re completion of review and evaluation of all 1975-76 regional, county and
major city applications under the Comprehensive Planning and Management As-
sistance Program and advising that total program of $31,306 will be available
to Tompkins County, Department of Transportation notification of forwarding
Resolution No 121 to Regional Director Powers and notice of receipt from Com-
missioner Schuler, Livingston County sent copy of contract for multi -county
operation of Mt Morris T B Respiratory Disease Clinic if we should decide to
participate In the future, letter and statement of President, Hospital Board of
Managers concerning cost and implementing of new utilization review procedures
at hospital and notice of claim against County of Tompkins — Franklin Milton
for damages $250,000, minutes of Social Services Committee for July 9, annual
report of Tompkins County Environmental Management Council, U S Environ-
mental Protection Agency sent copy of impact appraisal on abatement of pollution
of Owasco Inlet by secondary treatment of wastewater for Village of Groton,
minutes of TC3 Board of Trustees for June 5 and June 26, County Medical Board
concurring with Board of Managers concerning mandated effect of concurrent
review on the efficiency of hospital patient care, NYS Dept of Labor report of
$41,000 on -the -lob training funds under CETA has been obligated to firms in
Tompkins County, Copy of a letter from Public Service Commission Alan J
Roth rescinding NYSEG application for docketing, and report of County Ad-
ministrator for first half of 1975
Chairman Kerr Introduced Roger A Morse of 425 Hanshaw Road as District
No 10 appointment of Ithaca Town Board to the Tompkins County Board of
Representatives
Barbara Stewart of Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County reported on
activities of the association especially as it relates to pressures of inflation
Mrs Pauline Darrett again spoke to the board in opposition to the Human
Rights Commission
Mr Courtney Crawford, president of Historic Ithaca, urged the board to find
an adaptive use for Boardman House
Mrs Alice Reid asked the County to consider the economy of Boardman
88 July 14, 1975
House space She recalled estimates of $125,000 to $135,000 for renovation, or $25-
$30 a square foot She said the national estimate is now about $50 a square
foot for new construction
Michael J Leary, former member of the Board of Representatives from the
City of Ithaca, spoke to the board in favor of the demolition of Boardman House
He hopes in the future that a county office building will be on the prime property
He said he thought the Old Court House was going to be, preserved but finds that
the inside has been totally gutted, and he feels it is too expensive for space for
two departments
Mr Webster requested time for Mrs Isabelle Flight to speak when the resolu-
tion is presented on Boardman House
Mr Miller announced that the County Board is In receipt of a petition for an
Agriculture District located in the Town of Danby and the proposal is to be ad-
vertised in newspapers and filed in the County Clerk's office on July 16, 1975 for
a thirty -day period as required by law
Mr Dates, chairman of the Steering Committee for the socio-economic im-
pact analysis for Cayuga Station, reported that a copy of the study is on file in
Board's library, and reminded that the purpose of report is to document the poten-
tial impacts whether adverse of beneficial, of a social, economic, and land -use
nature resulting from the proposed construction of an 850 MW generating plant
in the Town of Lansing by the NYSEG Corp
He also announced receipt of the initial report of the Public Council of Rail
Services Planning Office which goes to the Congress on July 29
Mr Dates read the following and requested it be incorporated in the minutes
A STATEMENT OF POLICY
by
THE TOMPKINS COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
The Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency was created
by an Act of the New York State Legislature on June 17, 1971 pursuant
to the General Municipal Law #895-b
Through the establishment of this Agency, it is our goal to aid all
commerce and industry in the County, or which might come into the
County, in order to promote and develop a broad tax base and increase
job opportunities for the benefit of the County and its various political
subdivisions
While the Industrial Development Agency law specifically exempts
Agency from all State and local taxes, it is our policy to require payments
m heu of all local taxes and special assessments However, it is within the
scope of powers of the Industrial Development Agency to waive the sales
tax and at the same time collect in lieu thereof an lamount equal to the
local share of said tax which monies will be distributed as if collected
as sales tax revenues This modification of policy was read to the Board
of Representatives at its regular July 14, 1975 meeting In order to en-
courage new commerce and industry in Tompkins County and remain
competitive with other areas in New York and other States, this modifi-
cation of policy will be considered by the Agency at an early date
The Agency, from its inception, has and will I continue to provide
capital funds to those businesses qualifying for an issue of Industrial
Revenue Bonds This pohcy has enabled us to help' Morse -Borg Warner,
NCR and Rothschilds to expand in the Ithaca area and has provided a
significantly broader tax base for the City, Town of Ithaca, Town of
Lansing, the school districts serving those areas, and 'Tompkins County
It is our policy to use Revenue Bonds to attract new manufacturing
and research to the area which will not only broaden the tax base but
will provide a variety of employment for area residents Since our Agency
and interest covers the entire County, any business within the boundaries
of Tompkins County may, if eligible, apply for assistance
Mr Dates also reported the Budget and Administration Committee had met
with the Intergovernmental Relations Committee of this Board and the Education
Committee of the Cortland Board for TC3 budget.
July 14, 1975 89
Mr Webster, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they met July 14
and would have several resolutions
Mr Holden, Personnel, reported they met July 9 with CSEA officers of
Tompkins County and met on the 10th in regard to the Hospital rating studies
including utilization review and the director of community relations The typist
at the Family Medicine Center was after they met so is without the recommenda-
tion of the Personnel Committee The majority of the Committee recommended
$16,500 for the County Clerk's salary for the next three years The committee ap-
proved Commissioner Hurlbut's attendance at Labor Relations meeting in
Washington
Mr MacNeil, Planning and Public Works, highlighted from the minutes sent
to board members He placed the summary of the Airport Master Plan on the
table until the August meeting when they will ask for a sense of the board on
the implementation of the plan A meeting will be held July 15 to discuss a
possible Airport Day On June 26 the committee heard a proposal for a sports
center and motel development at the Airport by Mr Angelo Petito Mr Petito
and his attorney Stanley Tsapis are here to ask for a sense of direction from the
board
Mr Tsapis and Mr Petito discussed the proposal which will involve leasing
land at the Airport which is owned by the County It will present substantial
legal problems, and they are at the point where substantial expenditures will
have to be made by the developers They are talking about a motel, ice skating
facility, indoor ice skating, an eighteen -hole golf course, an indoor tennis facility,
swimming pool, bowling, etc
Mr MacNeil said the airport has lost money for the last twenty years, there
are many good things in the Airport Master Plan, perhaps this type of economic
development might be beneficial to bring additional revenues and get the airport
out of the red He suggested tabling the proposal for a month
Mr Haight, Public Safety and Correction, said they would ask that the
resolution establishing the County Clerk's salary be on the agenda
Mr Watros, Hospital Governance Committee, reported that arrangements had
been made wtih Attorney John Ferguson of Syracuse who handled the legal
ramificaions involved with changing from a public hospital to private non-profit
hospital in Fulton to meet with the committee on July 24, and he invited the board
and public
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, reported that Mr Murphy,
Mr Arnold, the architects and he had met with the State Health Department
on_July 11 regarding Part II approval and we have assurance that it will be in
writing to us this week
Dr Kathleen Gaffney, Commissioner of Health, explained that since Living-
ston County had requested that Tompkins County contract with them for Tuber-
culosis treatment at Mount Morris it is the recommendation that under Sec 2202
of Public Health Law, which provides that the State or county shall provide out-
patient and in-patient care, that Tompkins County can provide services locally
for $1800
The Board of Representatives recessed at 11 00 a m for a Public Hearing on
the Tompkins -Cortland Community College budget, and the Clerk read the notice
of public hearing
Questions were asked by board members of the Board of Trustees of the
college concerning the adjunct faculty schedule and fringe benefits
The public hearing was closed at 11 17 a m and the board meeting was
reconvened
Mr Murphy reported on the Hospital EDP broken down by third -party payers
Original reports are alphabetical and difficult on who owes the money We have
it broken down by six major payers — Medicaid, Medicare, Blue Cross, Workmens'
Compensation, commercial and self -pay We are trying to get a "handle" on who
owes us the money, for what period of time and what we have to do to collect
it, or write some of it off Medicaid six -months figures are complete, Social
Services contract services programs — Medicaid, Aid to Dependent Children,
Child Care, Home Relief, etc — is running approximately $920,000 over budget
Our share will range between 25% to 30% Most of the items are covered, 50%
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Federal and 25% State We are not sure what effect Medicaid will have on hospital
collections They have a six -months cutoff
County Attorney reported that they are still awaiting decisions from the
Court on the Starkweather case, the hospital has a Social!Services case, and hope-
fully we can resolve the CRS case this morning We did get a decision from Judge
Bryant on the Maki case and the Westervelt case He denied the petition of Mr
Maki and we have to have a further hearing on the Westervelt case
The Chairman of the Board complemented Sheriff Robert Howard for taking
care of a developing situation in the lad with some of our guests in view of the
attitude within the Mental Health organization of New York State
It was Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Holden that resolutions per-
taining to the County Clerk's salary, audit of capital expenditures of TC3, and
change -orders for the Old Court House be added to the agenda Motion adopted
RESOLUTION NO 136—ADOPTION OF BUDGET OF TOMPKINS-CORTLAND
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mr Webster Mr Watros spoke in favor
of the adoption He said the Board of Trustees had responded in a positive man-
ner in terms of meeting with all groups and in reducing the budget Mr Morse
said he was voting negatively on this budget because at a time when private col-
leges are in difficulty, it is not appropriate for us to expand public colleges Mr
MacNeil said in regard to fringe benefits that there was not an employer present
extending the same fringe benefit package to their employees that they are giving
away from state and taxpayer money to the employees of TC3 Roll call on the
resolution Ayes — Representatives Livesay, Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson,
Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden — 9 Noes — Representatives MacNeil, Miller,
Morse, Clynes, Kidney, Kerr (1 agree with remarks of Mr MacNeil and my reserva-
tions on this are the matters that have been pointed out that are contrary
to the general policy of fiscal matters in Tompkins County Several of us have re-
peated this in the past and it has not been considered If we continue to approve
these items, the County is in for trouble in the future) — 6 Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, A Tentative Operating Budget for the Tompkins -Cortland Com-
munity College for the fiscal year September 1, 1975, through August 31, 1976,
has been presented to the Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins
pursuant to the County Law and Section 6304 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, same has been reviewed by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee of the Board of Representatives and approved by said committee, and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on said proposed Community College
Budget on the 14th day of July, 1975, in the Board of Representatives' Chambers
in the Tompkins County Court House, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the said Tentative Operating Budget in the! amount of $3,452,982 00
of which the Sponsoring Community Contribution is in the amount of $698,981 00
be and the same hereby is approved and adopted subject to firm determination
of State Aid and charge -backs to other counties,
RESOLVED, further, That the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County
includes in the Tompkins County Budget for the year 1976 an amount to be deter-
mined pursuant to the approved plan for said college in effect as of September 1,
1975, and that the amount when determined be raised by taxation in the County
of Tompkins in the fiscal year 1976,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall become effective upon the
adoption of a concurrent resolution by the Cortland County Legislature
RESOLUTION NO. 137—ACCEPTANCE OF BID—HIGH SCHOOL—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
WHEREAS, Tompkins -Cortland Community College duly advertised for bids
for the sale of its building in the Village of Groton, being the former Groton
High School, and
WHEREAS, Dave Burlew has submitted the highest bid in the amount of
$2,610 00, now therefore be it I
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Board of Trustees of Tompkins-Cort-
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land Community College and the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, That the
bid of Dave Burlew, in the amount of $2,610 00, be and it hereby is accepted,
RESOLVED, further, That the Counties of Tompkins and Cortland convey said
property to the said high bidder contingent upon the refusal of Smith -Corona
to indicate its wish that said building be conveyed to it pursuant to its agree-
ment with the college,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent upon a concurrent
resolution by the Cortland County Legislature
RESOLUTION NO. 138—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE RELEASE—CAUDILL
ROWLETT SCOTT AND LEVATICH-MILLER-HOFFMAN
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Culligan Adopted
WHEREAS, Caudill Rowlett Scott filed a claim against the County of Tomp-
kins for monies due under the contract between Caudill Rowlett Scott and
Levatich-Miller-Hoffman, and Tompkins and Cortland Counties, dated September
1, 1970, in the total amount of $129,972 59, and
WHEREAS, the Counties of Tompkins and Cortland filed a counterclaim
against said claimants in the amount of $110,652 27, and
WHEREAS, after numerous conferences and prehearing negotiations, the
Counties' architects have recommended a settlement in the amount of $75,000 00
to be paid by the Counties to Caudill Rowlett Scott and Levatich-Miller-Hoffman,
said monies being in full settlement of any/all claims arising out of said con-
tract, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Construction Committee of Tompkins -
Cortland Community College, the Board of Trustees of Tompkins -Cortland Com-
munity College and the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, That the Counties
of Tompkins and Cortland hereby settle all claims which Caudill Rowlett Scott
and Levatich-Miller-Hoffman may have against the Counties of Tompkins and
Cortland and Tompkins -Cortland Community College, by payment of $75,000 00 to
Caudill Rowlett Scott and Levatich-Miller-Hoffman and Bernstein, Weiss, Parter,
Coplan & Weinstein, Attorneys, upon receipt of a general release executed by
claimants,
RESOLVED, further, That the aforesaid amounts be and the same are hereby
audited and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Adnunistrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said payment upon receipt of a proper voucher
from said claimants,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute a general release in the amount of $1 00 to
Caudill Rowlett Scott and Levatich-Miller-Hoffman in settlement of any claims
which the Counties of Tompkins and Cortland may have against the said Caudill
Rowlett Scott and Levatich-Miller-Hoffman,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent upon a concurrent
resolution by order of the Cortland County Legislature
RESOLUTION NO. 139—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT —
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Miller Roll call Ayes — 15
Adopted
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Human Rights Commission has made a
search for office space in the downtown area of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the Commission has found acceptable space for its headquarters
in a building owned by the Episcopal Church on Cayuga Street, in Ithaca, New
York, and
WHEREAS, the church is willing to permit the Human Rights Commission to
have its office in said building in exchange for an amount equal to its actual
costs, and
WHEREAS, the actual costs are estimated to be $800 00 per annum, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That
the County of Tompkins execute an agreement with the Episcopal Church for
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space for the office of the Tompkins County Human Rights Commission, for the
period of August 1, 1975 to December 31, 1975, for the, sum of $333 33,
RESOLVED, further, That $333 33 be appropriated from Contingent Fund
(Code A-1990) to Human Rights Commission (Code A-8040 400 Contractual and
Other Expenses) and the County Administrator is directed and hereby authorized
to make said transfer on his books,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board is hereby authorized
and directed to execute said agreement on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO 140—BOARDMAN HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Holden After a lengthy discussion,
the roll call resulted Ayes — Representatives MacNeil, Watros, Morse, Clynes,
Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney and Kerr — 9 Noes — Representatives Livesay,
Miller, Robey, Webster, Benson and Culligan — 6 Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee and a special Sub -
Committee thereof have for several years concerned themselves with the disposi-
tion of the Boardman House, and
WHEREAS, by means of Resolution No 309, November 26, 1973, the Board of
Representatives, upon the recommendation of the Planning and Public Works
Committee, did declare that said building be demolished after efforts to sell
or lease the building under criteria approved by the Board of Representatives
were fruitless, and
WHEREAS, notwithstanding Resolution No 309, the Board and Planning and
Public Works Committee have continued to solicit offers and arrangements for
the sale or lease of the Boardman House to insure that every opportunity be
given to consider the preservation of the building, and
WHEREAS, during this extended period of time, there has been considerable
interest shown in preserving the Boardman House butt none have developed an
offer to meet Board acceptance, and
WHEREAS, upon further deliberation, the Planning and Public Works
Committee firmly believes that it is within the best interests of the County of
Tompkins that the Boardman House property remain under the direct control
of the Board of Representatives to be used as may be appropriate for County
government use and that further considerations of the sale or long term lease
of the property will not be within the best interests of the county, now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, with considerable input by other members of they Board, the City and Com-
munity, That the Resolution No 309, dated November 26, 1973, be confirmed
in principle and that the Boardman House be demolished,
RESOLVED, further, That the Commissioner of Public Works is hereby in-
structed to file proper applications with the City of Ithaca and arrange a con-
tract with a reputable demolition firm, or obtain bids as may be necessary,
for execution by the Chairman of this Board and that demolition proceed without
unnecessary delay under the general direction of the Planning and Public Works
Committee,
RESOLVED, further, That the Planning and Public Works Committee be and
it hereby is directed to consult with the City of Ithaca, Ithe DeWitt Park Associa-
tion, Historic Ithaca, and other agencies and organizations as may be appropriate
to insure that any historically significant artifacts withml the building are properly
disposed of at the discretion of the Committee and that these agencies and organi-
zations be consulted in relation to the landscaping of the property after demolition
and that the landscape plan be submitted to the Board for approval,
RESOLVED, further, That this Board declares its intention to pursue an
architectural design in the future appropriate to the neighborhood setting to
insure the best design possible for any new building proposed for construction
on the lands owned by the County in the vicinity of the Court House and the
DeWitt Park,
July 14, 1975 93
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized
to allocate and expend up to $3,000 00 from the County Building Account for the
purpose of the demolition
RESOLUTION NO. 141—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—FISCAL
ADVISORS, INC.
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Robey Discussion followed Adopted
WHEREAS, in connection with the County's financing of the new County
Hospital and renovations to the old hospital, the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee recommends that a financial advisory company be retained to enable the
County to obtain the best possible method and rates of financing, both temporary
and permanent, for the aforesaid hospital, and
WHEREAS, the Budget and Administration Committee has recommended
that the County enter into an agreement with Fiscal Advisors, Inc in connection
with its hospital construction financing, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the County Attorney and the County Administrator negotiate an
agreement wih Fiscal Advisors, Inc for the aforesaid financial service for said
hospital construction and the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is author-
ized and directed to execute said agreement on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO. 142—AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION NO 128 — AUTHORI-
ZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — CHILDREN'S
MATINEE SERIES
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Webster Roll call Ayes — 14
Noes — 0 Excused — 1 (Clynes) Adopted
WHEREAS, the Board of Representatives adopted a resolution at its regular
meeting held the 23rd day of June, 1975, for the Children's Matinee Series, and
WHEREAS, in said resolution, it indicated that the total budget was $3,500 00,
and
WHEREAS, the total budget for said program is in fact $7,000 00 of which
$3,500 00 is the local share, and
WHEREAS, the County's share of the local share is $950 00, now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That Resolution No 128, adopted June 23, 1975, affirmed appropriating
$950 00 from the Contingent Fund (Code A-1990),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to set up necessary accounts in the County Budget,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the County a contract with the
Children's Matinee Series
RESOLUTION NO. 143—CHANGE ORDERS — OLD COURT HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Roll call Ayes — Representa-
tives Livesay, MacNeil, Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson, Morse, Dates, Holden,
Kerr — 10 Noes — Representatives Culligan, Haight, Kidney, Miller — 4 Excused
— Clynes — 1 Adopted
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee and the architect have
recommended certain change orders in the reconstruction of the Old Court House,
and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee and the architect have
recommended an expenditure of money for certain furnishings of the Old Court
House, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, and the architect, that change orders for the reconstruction of the Old Court
House be approved as follows
Kimball Plumbing and Heating, Inc , — Heating,
Ventilation and Air Conditioning Contract —
change order — increase + $ 4,788
94 July 14, 1975
Kimball Plumbing and Healting, Inc — Plumbing
Contract — change order — increase
Norton Electric Company, Inc — Electrical
Contract — change order — decrease
Stewart and Bennett, Inc — General Construction
Contract — change order — increase
+ 1,792
— 395
+ 8,375
Total change orders — net increase $14,560
RESOLVED, further, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works
Committee and the architect, That the sum of $15,440 00 is hereby approved as
the maximum to be expended for certain furnishings in the Old Court House
to be negotiated or obtained by bid
RESOLUTION NO. 144—RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE FIRE COORDINATOR
TO OVERSEE FIRE SAFETY AT THE COUNTY AIR-
PORT AND INSTRUCTING THE COUNTY AIRPORT
TO PARTICIPATE IN THE TOMPKINS COUNTY
MUTUAL AID PLAN
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, it is desirable that the County Fire Coordinator oversee fire
safety at the County Airport, and
WHEREAS, it is also desirable that the Tompkins County Airport participate
in the Tompkins County Fire Mutual Aid Plan as now in force and as amended
from time to time, and
WHEREAS, the County Fire Coordinator, John Miller, has certified that no
restriction exists against "outside service" by the Tompkins County Airport
within the meaning of Section 209 of the General Municipal Law, now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Tompkins County Fire Coordinator be and he hereby is directed
to oversee fire safety at the County Airport,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Airport shall participate in
the County Fire Mutual Aid Plan
RESOLUTION NO. 145—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — OLD COURT
HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Robey Mr MacNeil said construc-
tion is two months ahead of schedule Roll call Ayes — Representatives Livesay,
MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson, Morse, Dates, Haight, Holden
and Kerr — 12 Noes — Representatives Culligan (to be consistent) and Kidney
— 2 Excused — Representative Clynes — 1 Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Planning and Public Works
Committee in the amount of $23,081 00 to be paid from the County Building
Capital Construction Account are
Stewart & Bennett, Inc $19,990 00
William Downing 3,09100 $23,081 00
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amount be and the same is hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 146—AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD BID — BOARD OF
ELECTIONS
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Watros Adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioners of Elections are to advertise for bids in
accordance with certain specifications for the printing of the 1975 primary elec-
tion supplies, and
WHEREAS, it is imperative that said bid be awarded as soon as possible
in order that the Election Commissioners can properly conduct the election, and
July 14, 1975 95
WHEREAS, said bids will be received prior to the next meeting of the Board
of Representatives, namely August 11, 1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That this board hereby authorizes said committee to award the bid for the
election supplies to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications
RESOLUTION NO. 147—UPHOLDING FEDERAL AND STATE COURTS INJUNC-
TIONS AGAINST THE LEGISLATION REQUIRING A
UTILIZATION REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR HOSPITALS
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr MacNeil Adopted (Representative
Benson voted no )
WHEREAS, the Federal and State Legislators have passed new legislation
mandating that strong utilization review teams be set up in the hospitals of the
state, and
WHEREAS, this legislation means more unnecessary paper work for doctors
and the hiring of additional personnel by hospitals, and
WHEREAS, the medical profession could be over -ruled by non-medical per-
sonnel in patient stays at hospitals, and
WHEREAS, a Federal judge has ruled to set aside this legislation, and
WHEREAS, in well-managed hospitals such as Tompkins County Hospital
it is not needed, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County and the
Health Committee urge the State Legislature to amend the law by making it man-
datory only for hospitals whose patients' average days stay are seven days or
more,
RESOLVED, further, That the Board also endorses the Federal and State
Courts' injunctions against the applications of such legislation and approves
an extension of the decision on the matter,
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies of this resolution be forwarded
to Senator William Smith, Assemblyman Gary A Lee, Governor Hugh Carey,
President of the Board of Managers, Richard Comstock, Dr Noah Kassman the
New York State Commissioner of Health and the news media
RESOLUTION NO. 148—CREATION OF POSITION — TYPIST — FAMILY
MEDICINE CENTER
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson Roll Call Ayes — Repre-
sentatives Livesay, Robey, Webster, Benson, Culligan, Dates — 6 Noes — Repre-
sentatives MacNeil, Miller, Watros, Morse, Haight, Holden, Kidney and Kerr — 8
Excused — Representative Clynes — 1 Resolution Lost.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee but without the
recommendation of the majority of the Personnel Committee, That one position
of Typist (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class, be created in the Family Medi-
cine Center, effective immediately, monies for said position are included in the
Family Medicine Center's Appalachian Grant,
RESOLVED, further, That the committees recommend the filling of such
position from a typist position presently allocated to the Tompkins County
Hospital
RESOLUTION NO 149—TRANSFER OF FUNDS — COUNTY LIBRARY
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Livesay Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the following transfer be and hereby is approved
From L-7410 County Library
From L-7410 200 Equipment
To L-7410 300 Supplies & Materials $1,862 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfer on his books
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RESOLUTION NO. 150—RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION — ROBERT L.
BRUCE
Moved by Mr Culligan and unanimously seconded and adopted
WHEREAS, Robert L Bruce was duly elected Representative from the Town
of Ithaca, effective January 1, 1970, and
WHEREAS, he served continuously as Representative from said town through
June 30, 1975, and
WHEREAS, he was a member of the Administration Committee and Planning
and Pubhc Works Committee, and
WHEREAS, he served as Chairman of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee during 1973 and Chairman of the Administration Committee during 1974,
and
WHEREAS, he served as County Representative on the Soil Conservation
Committee and as a member of a Special Committee, the Sales Tax Committee, and
WHEREAS, the said Robert L Bruce gave unsparingly and untiringly of his
time to the duties delegated to him as a member of the Board of Representatives,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, UNANIMOUSLY, by this Board, That the members express their
deep appreciation to the said Robert L Bruce for his years of service to the
County of Tompkins and wish him the best of health and best wishes in the years
to come, I
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy of
this resolution to the said Robert L Bruce
RESOLUTION NO 151—FIXING OF SALARY — COUNTY CLERK
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted (Representatives
Benson and Miller voting no )
WHEREAS, the office of County Clerk will be filled for the three-year term
commencing January 1, 1976, at the November General Election, and
WHEREAS, the Personnel and Public Safety and Correction Committees have
met concerning the salary of the County Clerk for the three-year term commencing
January 1, 1976, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of a majority of the Personnel Committee
and the Public Safety and Correction Committee, That the salary of the County
Clerk be fixed at $16,500 00 for the three-year term commencing January 1, 1976
RESOLUTION NO. 152—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mr Webster Roll call Ayes — 14 Ex-
cused — 1 (Clynes) Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $5,542 24 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are
Construction Cost — Claim No 96 — $5,542 24
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amounts be and the same are hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller to lift Resolution No 129 and
Resolution No 132 from the table Motion adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 129—CREATION OF TOMPKINS COUNTY CRIMINAL JUS-
TICE ADVISORY BOARD
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Benson Adopted (Representative
Holden voted no)
WHEREAS, report of the Tompkins County Criminal Justice Advisory Plan-
July 14, 1975 97
nmg Committee recommends that the Board of Representatives formally establish
an advisory board to be known as the "Tompkins County Criminal Justice Ad-
visory Board" and assign to this body specific responsibilities with respect to the
County's criminal justice system, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Correction Com-
mittee, That the Tompkins County Criminal Justice Advisory Board is hereby
established by the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County,
RESOLVED, further, That the Criminal Justice Advisory Board shall consist
of 'fifteen members appointed by the Board of Representatives, and that these
members shall be drawn from various public and private organizations concerned
with the operation of the County's criminal justice system, including
A representative of the Board of Representives
A representative of the City of Ithaca
A representative of the Town Governments
A representative of the County Judicial System
A representative of the Local Magistrates System
A representative of the Police of Tompkins County
A representative of the Correctional System in Tompkins County
A representative of the County Planning Agency
A representative of the Tompkins County Social Services Department
Six members of the public who shall come from local business, schools,
an ex -offender, League of Women Voters, etc
RESOLVED, further That the term of each member of the Criminal Justice
Board shall be for three years, provided however, that of the members first ap-
pointed, five shall be appointed for a term of one year, five for a term of two
years and five for a term of three years Vacancies shall be filled for unexpired
terms in the same manner as original appointments,
RESOLVED, further, That the functions of the Criminal Justice Board shall
include studying and identifying needs of Tompkins County's criminal justice
system, monitoring the criminal justice system, recommending effective methods
for meeting the needs of the system, and gathering relevant data regarding the
operation of the criminal justice system, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Criminal Justice Board shall make periodic
reports to the Public Safety and Corrections Committee and an annual report
to the Board of Representatives
RESOLUTION NO. 132—ESTABLISHMENT OF THE TOMPKINS COUNTY IN-
TERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS STUDY COMMIT-
TEE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Livesay Adopted (Representative
Holden voted no )
WHEREAS, Tompkins County includes the City of Ithaca, several towns,
villages and special districts (schools, water and sewer), and
WHEREAS, these separate and independent units of local government are
involved in an attempt to provide efficient and economical delivery of essential
municipal services to Tompkins County, and
WHEREAS, among the municipal services involved are police, fire protec-
tion, procurement of supplies and equipment, development of human resources,
public works, and physical resource utilization, and
WHEREAS, there is a resulting need for a comprehensive study of ways and
means of achieving greater cooperation among these various units of local govern-
ment in order that the providing of required public services to Tompkins County
can be improved in quality and cost of such services, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That Tompkins County Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee is
hereby established by the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Intergovernmental Relations
Study Committee shall consist of eleven to fifteen members appointed by the
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Board of Representatives of Tompkins County and the membership shall consist
of a member of the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County, a member of
the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, a member of the Tompkins County
Mumcipal Officials' Association and eight to twelve additional individuals broadly
representative of the Tompkins County community,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Intergovernmental Relations
Study Committee shall consider ways and means of achieving greater cooperation
among the local government units which comprise Tompkins County, shall pro-
pose priorities, and based on such studies, shall make recommendations designed
to facilitate the effective and economical dehvery of essential public services
throughout Tompkins County,
RESOLVED, further, That such studies and recommendations shall be made
available for consideration and use by the various local government units which
comprise Tompkins County
RESOLUTION NO. 153—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Haight Roll call Ayes — 14 Excused
— 1 (Clynes) Adopted
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to
General Fund $ 42,414 04
Encumbrances 5,008 00
County Self Insurance 525 61
Dog Fund 115 00
Printing Transfers 2,538 89
Airport 4,879 56
Highway 167,798 90
Federal Revenue Sharing 6 46
TOTAL AUDIT $223,286 46
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
Mr Kerr said we should have an executive committee meeting from time to
time and if anyone felt a need for one it would be held this month
The meeting was adjourned at 12 52 p m
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REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 11, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present. 15
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the July 14th meeting were approved subject to correction
by the clerk
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Certificates of final state equalization rates for the Town of Danby — 4971,
Town of Enfield — 5418, Town of Groton — 62 38, Town of Ithaca — 57 74, Town
of Lansing — 56 37 and Town of Newfield — 63 48, letter from Richard Comstock,
President of the Hospital Board of Managers re arbitrary manner in which State
Health Department has attempted through threats to enforce fines of $1,000 a
day and reductions in Blue Cross and Medicaid reimbursements, memorandum
from Hugh Hurlbut re Jeanne Strobel, R N at Tompkins County Hospital re
Social Security benefits, letter from Joseph Rundle, Ithaca City Clerk, re His-
torical Marker for (Boardman House) Ithaca Conservatory, memorandum from
William L O'Toole, Administrative Director, Executive Deputy Industrial Com-
missioners Office re agreements with non-profit agencies as Employers under Title
II and VI of CETA, Claims against County of Tompkins by Betty Muka claiming
damages of $1,000,004, $1,000,005, $1,000,006, and $1,000,007, Order for Education
of Handicapped Children — William Earl, Jr , Ryan Lamb, Mark Jacoby, Erin
Bradley and Barry Congdon, letter from Jack Clynes re Federal Health Planning
Act of 1975, letter to Smith -Corona from Hushang Bahar, President of TC3 re
bid of $2,610 for Groton campus — do they wish to repurchase, memorandum
from Executive Deputy Industrial Commissioner, William O'Toole, Administrative
Director re FY1976 Special Vocational Education Funds, certificate of final State
Equalization Rate for Town of Caroline — 53 84 and Town of Dryden — 49 49,
notice of claim Claude B and Betty C Walker against County for personal in-
juries sustained and the wrongful death of Gail E Walker by reason of Tompkins
County Highway in Town of Dryden on May 2, 1975, memorandum from NYS
Office for the Aging re Title IV -A plan, notice of motion of Betty Muka, vs County
of Tompkins and District Attorney Yoch, Order for Education of Handicapped
Children — Jennifer Beebee, Daniel L Ames, and Louisa Elaine Oltz, letter from
James Kerrigan, Esq re resignation from Mental Health Board, letter from Ray-
mond T Schuler, Commissioner of Transportation re not accepting county aban-
donment of roads to the Village of Lansing, would consider other three Cayuga
Heights, Burdick Hill and Warren Roads separately, but not Triphammer Road
until such time as County and Village come to same understanding, letter from
Raymond T Schuler re Section 148 of Federal -Aid Highway Act of 1973, certifi-
cate of final State Equalization Rate for Town of Ulysses, memorandum from
Arthur Levitt, Department of Audit & Control re Accounting for Social Services
— Child Support Enforcement programs, pistol permits for July totalled $118 00,
letter from James A Hagen, President, U S Railway Association re alternative
uses for railroad properties in our area, letter from Eileen Dickinson resigning
from the Mental Health Board, annual report for Social Services, memorandum
from Assemblyman Gary A Lee re possible formation of a standing committee
in the County Legislature to coordinate efforts on behalf of the NYS Council
on the Arts, job description of clinical biochemist, letter from Henry Stebbins,
Office of Environmental Analysis re Agricultural District mapping, letter to
Raymond Schuler, Commissioner of Transportation from Fred Marcham, Mayor,
Village of Cayuga Heights, concerning the county's abandonment of roads, copy
of a resolution passed by the Hospital Board of Managers and staff re biochemist
salary recommending increase of not less than $2500 per annum, letter from
Kathleen Gaffney, Commissioner of Health, re encephalitis problem There
does not appear to be a major threat of encephalitis this year
Mr Charles Chatfield, Chairman of the Tompkms County Bicentennial Com-
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mission, spoke under privilege of the floor and reported some of the bicentennial
celebrations planned for Tompkins County
The chairman comphmented the Commission and Mr Chatfield for the fine
Under privilege of the floor, Mrs Betty Muka mentioned she has seven
notices of claims against Tompkins County She also mentioned that under-
takings for county officials should be filed in the County Clerk's Office She
asked to have the alleged malfunction in the District Attorney's Office investi-
gated The Chairman referred her complaint to the County Attorney Mr William-
son said there are three of her lawsuits presently in the Courts
Arlee Robmson, representative of the Tompkins County Veterans' Associa-
tion, asked the board to consider means of appropriating funds for construction
of two monuments in DeWitt Park for people who lost their lives in the Korean
and Vietnam Wars Chairman Kerr referred her request to the Planning and
Public Works Committee Mr Alvin Knepper spoke regarding the pioposed
memorials
Mrs Livesay asked about county policy leaving to the discretion of the
highway superintendent as to what highways are to be improved She said the
highway law says the highway superintendent should bring before this board
any major repairs and improvements to be made for approval She questioned
whether the county policy is a proper policy and whether it should be continued
Another policy she questioned was the abandonment of county roads to the vil-
lages She also questioned the legal situation in regard to Pyramid building permit
and road widening
Mr Robey feels Triphammer Road is not a routine road -widening project
He feels the board should have responsibility to vote on something like tlus He
asked the board and the Planning and Public Works Committee to consider this
entire question It was stated that Mr Kerr has drafted a letter to Commissioner
Schuler
Mr Dates, Chairman of Budget and Administration Committee, distributed
the following budget message to the board
"Two items determine the total amount and the contents of an honest and
fair budget of government First is the needs and wants of the people so governed
and second is the ability of those people to pay for those goods and services as
provided by their government
It is the duty of governmental bodies in general and this County Board of
Representatives in particular, to determine what are the vital, the critical, the real
needs of our county's people and to provide, insofar as possible, for the fulfill-
ment of these needs
It is also the duty of this county board to listen attentively to the wants of
the people These wants are being continually and capably expressed by citizens
of our community to this board in terms of their definition of a "need" for their
organization, group or clientele These individuals, organizations or groups are
rarely, if ever, concerned as to the source of the requested money so long as it
is provided — hopefully by somebody else
Again, it is the duty of this county board to determine the needs and wants
of the community, to sort out and reject those which do not contribute to the
survival or the improvement of the community and to set priorities and limits
with all acceptable needs and wants commensurate with the taxpayers' ability
to pay for this subdivision of government
The year 1975 in Tompkins County has seen unemployment rise to an alarm-
ing percentage of our total work force Increasing costs in the marketplace have
placed additional burdens on everybody's available dollars These two factors
in our area should clearly point the direction for budget making for the coming
year of 1976 Principles to consider are Carefully examine and determine the
needs of the community, establish priorities and fund those winch contribute
directly to the survival and improvement of the community and its people; be
prepared to eliminate some present budget items which do not meet the criteria
above because of limited or narrow application or of historical needs or wants no
job
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longer existent, and finally to be fair with all workers m the community, keep
all expenditures for personnel services at a conservative, comparative level con-
sidering our 1975 budget and the county's total employment situation
In summary, to so build the 1976 budget that our county board will show ex-
treme compassion for our employees and even more so for our taxpayers and
providers within a framework of real government efficiency and economy "
He also said Donald Franklin from the Assessment Department was present
to answer questions re state equalization rates
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said that committee will
be meeting on the 20th at 7 30 p m He said Junior Olympics Officials said this
is the best they have ever had He said there were about 2000 volunteers
Mr Robey mentioned there are two resignations on the Mental Health Board
— Eileen Dickinson and James Kerrigan
Mr Kerr commended the Tompkins County Assessment Department
Mr Webster, Chairman of Intergovernmental Relations Committee, compli-
mented Mr Culligan and Mr Miller and everyone for their contribution to the
Junior Olympics He welcomed any names for consideration to the Criminal
Justice Advisory Board and the Intergovernmental Relations Committee His com-
nuttee met and considered an inquiry from the Supervisors and County Legislators
Association re how future conferences and meetings be paid The committee
recommends participants not be encouraged to pick up cost but rather than having
two annual meetings, have regional meetings He said he will withdraw one reso-
lution from the agenda pertaining to authorization to execute contract — Family
and Children's Service and will be brought to the board later They reviewed
the present adjunct employment policy at TC3
Mr Holden, Chairman of the Personnel Committee, said they approved pay-
ment of moving expenses for new library director and senior public health
engineer They reviewed the position of public relations coordinator and the
change of grade for the biochemist position
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of the Planning and Public Works Committee, said
they have discussed the road situation at length They are meeting with the Vil-
lage of Lansing whenever they wish They agreed to recommend to the board
the acceptance of an airport master plan which will be very expensive but vital
There has been much difficulty negotiating contracts at the airport They have
recommended parking fees at the airport There is a resolution later in the meet-
ing for appointments to the Southern Tier East Planning and Development Board
He received a letter from the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Committee regarding
their consideration of a demolition permit for Boardman House today He ex-
pressed thanks to the people involved for the fine job at the Tompkins County
Fair and the Junior Olympics He said the membership of the County Sewer
District will be reviewed
Mr Haight, Chairman of the Public Safety and Correction Committee, said
there is a resolution on the agenda regarding contracts with the ambulance
service in the county
Mrs Benson reported on the program of the state regarding police and fire
training program
Mr Miller announced the Superintendent and Matron at the County Home
have resigned and they will be looking for replacements
Mr Watros said the next Hospital Governance Committee will be held August
20th at 7 30 p m
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, said they met last week
and will meet again in two weeks
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, reported on the progress of EDP at the
hospital, the administrative manual and there is a resolution on the agenda per-
taining to that, and he said he expressed concern to the Hospital Construction
Committee and State people about the change in the interest rates that has occured
since the original presentation of the financial plan
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, said they had a favorable decision on
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the Starkweather case and a Social Services case They have three cases re Mrs.
Muka and he said he filed a blanket public employees bond with the County
Clerk's office.
Chairman Kerr expressed congratulations to the Junior Olympics Committee
and the volunteers
Permission was granted for the resolution pertaining to authorization to
execute contract — Family and Children's Service to be withdrawn from today's
agenda
RESOLUTION NO. 154—REGRADING POSITION OF BIOCHEMIST — HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Miller A lengthy discussion took
place It was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Watros, That this resolution be
tabled until Tuesday, August 19th at 10 00 a m A roll call on the motion to table
resulted as follows Ayes — Representatives Benson, Morse, Clynes, Culligan,
Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Watros, Kerr — 11 Noes — Representa-
tives MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Webster — 4 Motion to table adopted.
RESOLVED, That the position of Biochemist (18-11), labor grade XVIII,
competitive class, be regraded to labor grade XIX (19-12), competitive class, effec-
tive September 1, 1975, monies available in the 1975 budget
RESOLUTION NO. 155—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — OLD COURT
HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Ayes — Representatives Mac-
Neil, Miller, Robey, Watros, Webster, Benson, Morse, Clynes, Dates, Haight,
Holden, Livesay, Kerr — 13 Noes — Representatives Culhgan, Kidney — 2.
Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee in the amount of $34,476 05 to be paid from the County Building Capital
Construction Account are
Wilham Downing
Supervision $ 2,060 54
Acrographics 204 01
Additional Mechanical Eng Time 2,979 50 $ 5,344 05
Kimble Plumbing and Heating
Heating — Air Conditioning #1
Plumbing #1
10,012 00
3,150 00 $13,162 00
Stewart and Bennett #2 65,970 00 $65,9'70 00
Total Construction Costs $84,476 05
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 156—APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS—AIRPORT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Robey Ayes — 15 Noes — 0
Adopted
WHEREAS, Resolution No 288 — Award of Bid — Runway Jet Broome —
Airport was adopted by this Board at their December 23, 1974 meeting, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Adnumstration Commit-
tee, That the following transfer of funds be and they hereby are authorized
From Airport Fund Balance to Airport Equipment Account — B-5610 200 —
$35,793 00,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
August 11, 1975 103
RESOLUTION NO. 157—TRANSFER OF FUNDS — HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, Seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee That the following transfer be and it hereby is approved From Traffic
D3310 400 to Traffic D3310 300 — $16,400,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO 158—CORRECTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL — TOWN OF
GROTON
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
WHEREAS, this board is informed that an error was made in the 1973 Assess-
ment Roll for the Town of Groton, namely that tax map parcel 5-27-1-14 2 was a
duplicate assessment, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, that tax map parcel 5.27-1-14 2 be expunged from the said roll and charge
back $6 11 to the County, $1 59 to the Town and $5 30 to the school district
RESOLUTION NO. 159—REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE — SECRETARY OF
STATE
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Haight Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized to request the
Office of the Secretary of State of New York to assist the Office of County Ad-
ministrator m the preparation of an Administrative Manual for Tompkins County.
RESOLUTION NO. 160—NUTRITION FOR ELDERLY — FUNDING
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mrs Benson Ayes — 15 Noes — 0
Adopted
WHEREAS, the Federal Nutrition for the Elderly Program was established
in Tompkins County by the Board of Representatives under the aegis of the
Cooperative Extension Association of Tompkins County in 1974, and
WHEREAS, the federal funds available in 1975 to support the program total
$87,927 75 and must be matched by at least a 10% local share, and
WHEREAS, the Cooperative Extension reported to the Board of Representa-
tives in December, 1974 on the use, expense, and future need for the program,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
money to pay the county's share of this program be and is hereby appropriated
from the Contingency Fund Account Code 1990 to the Cooperative Extension Ac-
count Code 2981 m the amount of $8,792 77
RESOLUTION NO. 161—AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION NO. 55 — RESOLU-
TION AUTHORIZING CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD TO
FILE AN APPLICATION WITH THE FEDERAL AVIA-
TION ADMINISTRATION AND NEW YORK STATE DE-
PARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR GRANT
ASSISTANCE FOR AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS.
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes Discussion followed Resolu-
tion was adopted
WHEREAS, Resolution No 55 was adopted by this Board on the 10th day of
March, 1975, and
WHEREAS, since the adoption of said resolution, some additional security
fencing has been identified near the terminal building, and
WHEREAS, the State and Federal Aviation Administration have identified
an opportunity and need for funding of a VASI System to serve Runway 14 32, now
therefore be it
104 August 11, 1975
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Pubhc Works Commit-
tee, that said resolution be and it hereby is amended as follows
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration and the New York State
Department of Transportation, and the Airport Master Plan of the County Air-
port currently nearing completion, have identified certain needs at the County
Airport, and
WHEREAS, these needs consist of the following
1 Purchase of a second quick dash CFR vehicle to meet Index B requirements
— total estimated cost $155,000
2 One 3 -bay CFR fire station and ancillary equipment to properly house
the CFR equipment and enhance CFR capability — estimated cost $120,000 and
maintenance building estimated at $100,000
3 Rehabilitation and strengthening of runway 14-32, taxiways and aprons —
estimated cost $1,100,000
4 Security command gate and fence for the use of authorized personnel and
vehicles in the airport operations area — estimated cost $16,000
5 VASI, R/W 14-32 — $60,000
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration under the ADAP Program
will provide funding assistance of up to 82% on the CFR vehicle and 75% on
other items, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation will partici-
pate with a grant of 75% of the remaining balance, and
WHEREAS, ,application at this time does not in any way commit the County
of Tompkins, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to file a
pre -application with the New York State Department of Transportation and the
Federal Aviation Administration for consideration in fiscal year 1975-1976
RESOLUTION NO. 162—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT —
FEMINIST ART STUDIO WORKSHOPS
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Benson Discussion followed and
a roll call resulted Ayes — Representatives Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Kidney
(after spending $84,000 on the old court house), Livesay, Malley, Robey — 7 Noes
— Representatives Morse, Dates, Haight, Holden, MacNeil (either make the
Coalition strong or get rid of it — until this is before the Coalition), Watros,
Webster, Kerr — 8 Resolution Lost.
WHEREAS, Feminist Art Studio Workshops, a group of volunteers, are
desirous of operating various work shops for the young disadvantaged women and
for women residing in the rural areas in order to develop in said persons a strong
sense of self-awareness, and
WHEREAS, Feminist Art Studio Workshops is able to provide a variety of
the programs to reach the desired goal aforementioned, and
WHEREAS, the total proposed budget on file with Clerk of the Board of
Representatives is $2,820 00 of which $1,410 00 has been raised by the America the
Beautiful Fund, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Division for Youth has indicated it is
willing, conditioned upon State approval, to provide reimbursement funds in the
amount of $1,410 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to execute a contract with the Feminist Art Studio Workshops for
the aforementioned program, conditioned upon State approval, and conditioned
upon State funding on behalf of the County
August 11, 1975 105
RESOLUTION NO. 163—APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS, SOUTHERN TIER
EAST REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
BOARD
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins is a member of the Southern Tier East
Regional Planning and Development Board as reorganized by concurring resolu-
tions by the member counties (Resolution 261, December 9, 1974), and
WHEREAS, the reorganization of the Board, with the move of the head-
quarters from Norwich, New York to Binghamton, New York, was completed
effective July 1, 1975, and
WHEREAS, the participating counties are entitled to three representatives
and in addition certain ex officio members, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the following are hereby appointed upon recommendation
of the Planning and Public Works Committee as representatives to the Regional
Board to represent Tompkins County, effective July 1, 1975 with staggered terms
of office as listed below
Voting Members
Roger Morse (County Board of Representatives — one year term — expires
June 30, 1976
Hugh S MacNeil (County Board of Representatives) — two year term —
expires June 30, 1977
Frank Liguori (Commissioner of Planning) — three year term — expires
June 30, 1978
Ex Officio Members (non voting)
Chairman, Board of Representatives
County Administrator
Commissioner of Public Works
Commissioner of Planning
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to the
appointed members and the Executive Director of the Southern Tier East Regional
Planning and Development Board
RESOLUTION NO. 164—AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW AGREEMENT —
TALLMADGE TIRE SERVICE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Kidney Discussion followed and
resolution was adopted with Representatives Miller, Benson and Haight voting no
WHEREAS, by agieement dated August 1, 1972, Tallmadge Tire Service
agreed to do maintenance and service of cars owned by the County for a period
of one year, with a right to renewal for an additional year, by mutual agreement,
and
WHEREAS, Tallmadge Tire Service has advised the Commissioner of Public
Works that he is wilting to renew the service contract for an additional year
on the same price, terms and conditions, except the published list for parts items
shall be updated to the latest published list, discount remaining the same, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works, that
said contract be renewed as revised for an additional year commencing the 1st
day of August, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 165—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS —
EMERGENCY MEDICAL COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Correction Com-
mittee and Fire and Disaster Coordinator, That the Chairman of the Board be and
he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the agreements between the
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County of Tompkins and the various ambulance services and rescue squads within
the County of Tompkins, for the district communications and use of various items
of communication hardware by the various ambulance services participating in
the emergency medical communication services program,
RESOLVED, further, that said contracts will run from August 19, 1975 to
August 19, 1976
RESOLUTION NO. 166—ABOLISH POSITION — PROBATION ASSISTANT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Public Safety and
Correction Committees, That one position of Probation Assistant for House in the
Country established by Resolution No 128, adopted by this board on June 10,
1974, be and it hereby is abolished, effective immediately
RESOLUTION NO 167—AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION NO. 104 — 1975 —
CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITIONS — HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney, Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That Resolution No 104, adopted by this board on May 28, 1975, establishing
summer positions at the hospital for a maximum of 90 days from the date of
adoption of the resolution, be amended, to establish summer employment for
the positions fisted in said resolution for a maximum of 90 days from the date of
original hire in 1975 in each title
RESOLUTION NO. 168—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION — PERSONNEL
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That one posi-
tion of Admlmstrative Assistant (08-12), labor grade VIII, competitive class, be
abolished and one position of Manpower Coordinator (08-17), competitive class
labor grade VIII, be created effective immediately
RESOLUTION NO. 169—CREATION OF POSITIONS — TOMPKINS-CORTLAND
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations and
Personnel Committees, That effective September 1, 1975, monies having been
included in the 1975-1976 Tompkins -Cortland Community College Budget, the
following seven new positions be created
1—Account Clerk, L G B, competitive class
1—Clerk — L G A, competitive class
1—Guard, L G B, non-competitive class
1—Office Machine Operator, L G C, competitive class
11—Typist, L G B, competitive class
1—Senior Typist, L G D, competitive class
1—Maintenance Worker, L G E, non-competitive class
RESOLUTION NO. 170—AUTHORIZATION TO PAY MOVING EXPENSES —
LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Webster Discussion on policy fol-
lowed and the Budget and Administration Committee will study and make a
recommendation pertaining to the moving expense policy by the October meeting
Ayes — Representatives Benson, Morse, Culligan, Dates, Holden, Kerr, Livesay,
MacNeil, Robey, Webster, Kerr — 10 Noes — Clynes, Haight, Kidney, Miller,
Watros — 5 The resolution was adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee and the Library
Trustees, That the moving expenses of the newly appointed Library Director
be paid up to a maximum of one month's gross salary, $1,157 33 to be repaid to
the County if he terminates employment within one year from the date of ap-
pointment.
August 11, 1975 107
RESOLUTION NO. 171—AUTHORIZATION TO PAY MOVING EXPENSES —
SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH ENGINEER
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Culligan Ayes — Representatives
Benson, Morse, Culligan, Dates, Holden, Livesay, MacNeil, Robey, Webster, Kerr
— 10 Noes — Representatives Clynes, Haight, Kidney, Miller, Watros — 5
Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That the moving expenses of the Senior Public Health Engineer be paid up to a
maximum of one month's gross salary, $1,578 25 to be repaid to the County if
he terminates employment within one year from the date of appointment
RESOLUTION NO. 172—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Ayes —15 Noes — 0 Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to
General Fund $ 52,116 84
Encumbrances 243 49
County Self -Insurance 1,063 00
Printing Transfers 1,068 58
Airport 1,997 30
Highway 114,420 54
Total Audit $170,909 75
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
It was Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Webster, That the rules of
the board be waived to allow the board to consider an appointment to the Hospital
Board of Managers Motion adopted.
Mr Culligan placed in nomination the name of Mr Thomas G Miller to
serve as a member of the Hospital Board of Managers to fill the unexpired term
of Chfford Northrup Said term expires December 31, 1978 Upon hearing no
further nominations, the Chairman declared Mr Miller a member of the Board
of Managers.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 1 35 p m to August 19th at 10 00 a m
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REGULAR MEETING
September 8, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15 Representatives
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The minutes of the August llth meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Memorandum and report on Hospital Governance prepared by Health Plan-
ning Council, copy of a letter from ABC Sandblasting, Inc to J J Murphy stating
that they are not interested in Boardman House property, Mary Lamb served
Claim for Betty 0 Muka in the amount of $1,000,008, letter from WCNY-TV FM
would like to seek support grants from additional county governments to further
develop a regional concept in that station's affairs, letter from Forest City Grange
#288 requesting Board of Representatives and Commissioner of Social Services
reconsider resignation of Edwin and Millicent Conklin as Superintendent and
Matron of County Home, monthly statistical report of Social Services for June,
copy of letter to Raymond T Schuler, Commissioner of DOT, from Seymour Smidt,
Mayor of Village of Lansing to the Clerk of the Board pertaining to Triphammer
Road, letter from Attorney Leonard Snow to Chairman Kerr suggesting caution
in the consideration of the proposal of the Public Safety Committee to have seven -
man layman committee to investigate charges made by Mrs Betty Muka, letter
from William F Leavy, Director, NYS Health Planning Commission, re formation
of health systems agencies and recommendation that in each area of the State,
a steering committee be formed which includes as equal partners four major inter-
est groups including units of county government in the region, resolution of Cort-
land County re Audit of TC3 Capital Expenditures Claim No 96, resolutions
from TC3 Board of Trustees re capital equipment audit approving Phase I, Requisi-
tion Number 182 $7,662 and Requisition Numbers 211 and 212—$3,800, ex-
pressing appreciation for helpfulness of Ithaca College in production of dedica-
tion film for TC3, expressing appreciation for Mr Rod Serhng volunteering to
do narrative for dedication film, support of SUNY's request for supplementary
budget for community college, recommendation to sponsor's acceptance of high
bid for Groton building and retaining Maxfield, Randolph and Carpenter, Auditors
of Ithaca at a fee not to exceed $4,000 to audit operating and capital funds of TC3
for fiscal year 1975-76, copy of the Ithaca Landmark's Preservation Commission's
denial of the county's application of July 15, 1975 for a permit to demolish Board-
man House; letter from D Boardman Lee favoring the retention of Boardman
House; Social Services Statistical Report for July, letter of Tompkins County
Chamber of Commerce to people of Ithaca and Tompkins County re success of
National Junior Olympics; letter from Mrs Shailer Philbrick stating she feels
resignations of Edwin and Millicent Conklin from Tompkins County Home and
Farm is a tragedy and urges the board to forestall the tragedy, copy of a memoran-
dum from Representative Beverly Livesay to Representative Hugh MacNeil re
County Highway Law Article V, Section 102 for Highway Superintendent to an-
nually submit statement to board on amount to be raised for construction im-
provement and maintenance of county roads, airport activity report for July,
notice of restricted highway Enfield Falls — Enfield Center and Enfield Center —
Ithaca, notice of Claim of Betty 0 Muka against County of Tompkins and County
Attorney Williamson in the sum of $3 000,000
Mrs Betty 0 Muka appeared under privilege of the floor regarding the
lawsuits she has against various people and asked the Board of Representatives for
assistance The Chairman referred any questions to the Public Safety and Cor-
rections Committee
Mrs Pauline Darrett spoke in opposition to the money allocated to the
Human Rights Commission
Representative Miller read a resolution adopted by the Town Board of Caro-
line pertaining to the proposed master plan for land use
September 8, 1975 109
Mr Dates, Budget and Administration Committee, said Mr Murphy will be
reporting later in the meeting on the administrative manual
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said they will meet Septem-
ber 16 and 23 to review budgets of the Health, Hospital and Mental Health De-
partments
Mr Holden, Chairman of the Personnel Committee, said they met Tuesday
and spent time on CETA positions The Family Court Position was returned for
action by the Public Safety and Correction Committee
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of the Planning and Public Works Committee, said
they met and discussed several items The old Court House renovation is pro-
ceeding and should be completed within one year from beginning of construction
They discussed the Centrex Telephone System They considered the veterans'
memorial project and the committee supported it and referred it to the Budget
and Administration Committee Both committees referred it to the County Ad-
ministrator to see if the money for the project can be found He will present a
resolution later in the meeting authorizing architectural services to clearly define
the constraints entailed by the Boardman House in the fulfillment of long range
plans for county office space He said they received a memo from Representative
Livesay asking for list of where major repairs to highways are to be made in the
coming year and to be presented at Budget time to the Planning and Public
Works Committee The committee is unanimous and are going to continue the
present policy for abandoning highways He also spoke about the John and Viola
Miller property
Mr Haight, Chairman of the Public Safety and Correction Committee, said
they met and approved a contract with Schuyler County for boarding of Tomp-
kins County prisoners He will ask that a resolution authorizing the contract be
added to the agenda They approved the training program for Probation Depart-
ment financed by the State They also approved the abolishment of position at
the Intensive Supervision Facility The Sheriff presented his request for increased
deputies It is still under advisement The Probation Department presented a re-
quest for plans to increase office space and is still under consideration
Mr Miller, Chairman of the Social Services Committee, discussed the County
Home situation and there are four applications for County Home Superintendent
There will be a resolution for transfer of funds to complete the year
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, reported the architects
ai e examining what has been done and there will be another meeting this week
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, reported relative to bonding for the
new hospital He said the bond market has changed drastically He said they
probably will not be bidding until next spring Relative to the Administrative
Manual, they have had one visit from the State and they had to cancel another due
to a conflict in their schedule The committee discussed the moving expense
policy
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, said Mrs Muka has filed a suit against
him for $3 million dollars and his law firm for $3 million dollars She also has one
against William Sullivan, Jr for $1 million dollars There is another against the
Sheriff and deputies of which he will ask for dismissal He has been spending
approximately 1/3 to 1/2 of his time taking care of her allegations and this will
probably increase as they get into memorandums of law The question was asked
if the Board of Representatives has any right to intervene and if it would be prop-
er to ask her not to appear before the board in view of her many lawsuits Mr
Williamson said these cases are in the courts and the judges will decide them
He said in the rules of the board privilege of the floor is limited to the consent
of the chairman or request of two or more members of the board
Chairman Kerr spoke about economy and asked board members to consider
decreasing the number of copies of proceedings and possibly eliminating hard
bound copies to save money
Mr Dates commented relative to procedures for human services review He
said the Budget & Administration Committee receives invitations to attend their
110 September 8, 1975
hearings and he thought perhaps board members would like to know when these
hearings are held He read a list of meeting dates
Mrs Cullings stated the Human Services Coalition has been asked to review
revenue sharing applications and have established a procedure They will be meet-
ing at the United Way Building
It was Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Miller, That resolutions per-
taining to audit of construction costs at TC3, authorization to execute contract
with Schuyler County for boarding of prisoners, and creation of positions — CETA
for TC3, not listed on the agenda, be considered today Motion adopted.
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Kidney, That a resolution that
was lost, Resolution No 162 — Authorization to execute contract — Feminist Art
Studio Workshops, be reconsidered at this meeting Motion adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 162—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT —
FEMINIST ART STUDIO WORKSHOPS
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Livesay After a lengthy discussion,
it was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller, that this resolution be tabled
until the next meeting and receive a report from the Human Services Committee
Motion to Table Lost. A roll call resulted Ayes — Miller, Robey, Webster, Benson,
Culligan, Kidney, Livesay — 7 Noes — Morse, Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden,
MacNeil, Watros, Kerr — 8 Resolution Lost.
WHEREAS, Feminist Art Studio Workshops, a not for profit corporation, are
desirous of operating various workshops for the young disadvantaged women and
for women residing in the rural areas in order to develop in said persons a strong
sense of self-awareness, and
WHEREAS, Feminist Art Studio Workshops is able to provide a variety of the
programs to reach the desired goal aforementioned, and
WHEREAS, the total proposed budget on file with the Clerk of the Board
of Representatives is $2,820 00 of which $1,410 00 has been raised by the America
the Beautiful Fund, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Division for Youth has indicated it is willing,
conditioned upon State approval, to provide reimbursement funds in the amount
of $1,410 00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to execute a contract with the Feminist Art Studio Workshops for
the aforementioned program, conditioned upon State approval, and conditioned
upon State funding on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO. 173—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mrs Webster Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration and
Social Services Committees, That the following transfer be and it hereby is ap-
proved From Code 6010 400 Contractual Expense To Code 6010 840 Compensation
Insurance $2,811 95,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 174—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND —
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes —15 Noes — 0 Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration and
Public Safety & Correction Committees, That the following appropriation be and
it hereby is approved From Contingent Fund Code A-1990 to Contractual and
Other Expenses Code A-1420 400 — $175 00,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
September 8, 1975 111
RESOLUTION NO 175—DISPOSITION OF RECORDS — COUNTY CLERK
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted.
RESOLVED, by the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County that Rec-
ords Retention and Disposition Schedule No 13 -CC -1 containing records retention
periods for records of the County Clerk established pursuant to Part 185, Title 8
of the Official Compilation of Codes, Rules and Regulations of the State of New
York, is hereby adopted for use by the County Clerk of this county
RESOLVED, further, That the Board of Representatives authorizes the disposi-
tion of records in accordance with retention periods set forth in the adopted
Records Retention and Disposition Schedule
RESOLUTION NO. 176—DISPOSITION OF RECORDS — BOARD OF REPRE-
SENTATIVES
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
RESOLVED, by the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County that Rec-
ords Retention and Disposition Schedule No 267 -CBS -12 containing records reten-
tion periods for records of the Board of Representatives established pursuant to
the provisions of section 65-b of the Public Officers Law, is hereby adopted for use
by the Clerk of the Board of Representatives,
RESOLVED, further, That the Board of Representatives authorizes the dis-
position of records in accordance with retention periods set forth in the adopted
Records Retention and Disposition Schedule
RESOLUTION NO 177—AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD BID — BOARD OF
ELECTIONS
MovedV Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Watros Adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioners of Elections are to advertise for bids in ac-
cordance with certain specifications for the printing of the 1975 General elections
supplies, and
WHEREAS, it is imperative that said bid be awarded as soon as possible
in order that the Election Commissioners can properly conduct the election, and
WHEREAS, said bids will be received on the same day as the next meeting
of the Board of Representatives, namely September 8, 1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That this board hereby authorizes said committee to award the bid for the
election supplies to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications
RESOLUTION NO 178—RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF THE
HOSPITAL CENTREX TELEPHONE SYSTEM TO IN-
CLUDE OTHER COUNTY OFFICES
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Webster A lengthy discussion took
place and it was Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Webster, That the second
resolved be amended to read "Resolved, further, that a centralized information
and referral program utilizing the centrex system be considered " Amendment
adopted. The Resolution as amended was adopted.
WHEREAS, the telephone systems serving the Department of Social Services,
the Court House and others are no longer adequate to meet needs, and
WHEREAS, the New York Telephone Company, at the request of the county,
has completed a detailed study of the system and does recommend the expansion
of the Centrex System at the County Hospital to include certain other depart-
ments, but probably not including the Sheriff's Department and the Highway
Department, and
WHEREAS, the Centrex System is more efficient and is expandable to meet
future needs of county government, and
WHEREAS, there is also an opportunity to develop a centralized information
and referral system for county government functions, thus eliminating the need
for separate information and referral systems by various departments, now there-
fore be it
112 September 8, 1975
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee that the county contract with the New York Telephone Company to install
the equipment necessary to extend the Hospital Centrex telephone system to m-
clude other county departments, including the Court House,
RESOLVED, further, That a centralized information and referral program
utilizing the Centrex System be considered,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is authorized to expend
$5,000 for the installation of said system through a 1976 budget item
RESOLUTION NO. 179—AUTHORIZING ARCHITECTURAL SERVICE TO DE-
FINE THE CONSTRAINTS AFFORDED BY THE BOARD -
MAN HOUSE IN THE FULFILLMENT OF LONG RANGE
PLANS FOR OFFICE SPACE IN THE COURT HOUSE
AREA
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates A lengthy discussion
followed and it was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates, That the
resolution be tabled Ayes — Miller, Morse, Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney,
MacNeil, Kerr — 9 Noes — Benson, Culligan (Want to vote no on resolution),
Livesay, Robey, Watros, Webster — 6 Motion to Table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 180—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT —
SCHUYLER COUNTY JAIL
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections
Committee, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby
is directed to execute an agreement on behalf of the County of Tompkins for the
use of Schuyler County Jail Facilities for the boarding of prisoners at those times
when the Tompkins County Jail becomes overcrowded
RESOLUTION NO. 181—AUTHORIZATION FOR CHAIRMAN TO EXECUTE
YOUTH SERVICE PROJECT
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Correction Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute a Youth Service Project Application to the
State of New York for the period of September 1, 1975 through December 31,
1975
RESOLUTION NO. 182—EXTENSION OF CETA TITLE VI FUNDS
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel Committee, and with the
approval of the N Y S Department of Labor, That the termination date for CETA
employment be amended from February 10, 1976 to June 30, 1976, for Title VI
participants,
RESOLVED, further, That Resolution 1, dated January 6, 1975, Resolution
22, dated January 27, 1975 and Resolution 101, dated May 12, 1975, be amended
to reflect this change
It was Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Dates, That the Rules of the
Board be Waived so the resolution pertaining to amendment Resolution No. 101
— Planning Department, Creation of positions — Title VI, and Creation of Posi-
tion Hospital, can be presented today Motion to Waive Rules adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 183—AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION NO 101 (May 12, 1975)
—PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Culligan, Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That Resolu-
tion 101 dated May 12, 1975, which created this position under CETA funding, be
amended to create the position of Senior Stenographer (part-time) on a full-time
temporary basis, effective immediately, not to exceed June 30, 1976
1
1
September 8, 1975 113
RESOLUTION NO. 184—CREATION OF POSITIONS — COMPREHENSIVE EM-
- PLOYMENT AND TRAINING ACT (CETA), TITLE VI
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Livesay Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing positions be created on a temporary basis not to exceed June 30, 1976,
said positions to be funded 100 percent for wages and benefits under the CETA
Title VI federal grant
Hospital Financial Affairs Office
4 Typists (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class
District Attorney
1 Assistant District Attorney (16-02)), labor grade XVI, exempt class
Health Department
1 Dental Hygenist (09-04), labor grade IX, non-competitive class
Mental Health
1 Stenographer (05-09), labor grade V, competitive class
1 Chnical Program Assistant, (11-27), labor grade XI, competitive class —
Meadow House
1 Group Leader (07-13), labor grade VII, competitive class — Meadow
House
Office for the Aging
1 Outreach Worker (04-15), labor grade IV, competitive class
Probation
1 Assistant to the Investigator (06-18), labor grade VI, competitive class
RESOLVED, further, That the Commissioner of Personnel be and he hereby
is authorized to work out contractual arrangements with the following agencies
and municipalities for the creation of temporary positions within the guidelines
set by the Personnel Committee, to be funded 100 percent under CETA for a
period not to exceed June 30, 1976
School Districts- Dryden, Groton, Lansing, Newfield, and Tompkins-Seneca-
Tioga BOCES, Ithaca City
Towns: Ithaca, Dryden
Villages. Lansing, Trumansburg
City of Ithaca
RESOLUTION NO 185—CREATION OF POSITION — HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Culligan Ayes — Miller, Robey,
Webster, Benson, Morse, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Livesay — 12
Noes — MacNeil — 1 Excused — Kidney, Watros — 2 Adopted
RESOLVED, on the recommendation of the Health and Personnel Commit-
tees, That one position of Utilization Review Coordinator (09-25), labor grade IX,
competitive class, be established effective immediately at the Tompkins County
Hospital,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $2400 00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A-1990) to Hospital Personal Services (Code C-4510 100),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO 186—CREATION OF POSITIONS—TOMPKINS-CORTLAND
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted with Representa.
tive Morse casting a dissenting vote
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing CETA positions be created at the Tompkins -Cortland Community College
under Section 64 of the Civil Service Law, temporary appointments, effective im-
mediately for a period not to exceed June 30, 1976,
114 September 8, 1975
RESOLVED, further, that such positions will be funded with Cortland County
CETA Funds
1 Key Punch Operator, competitive class, labor grade C
1 Administrative Assistant, competitive clzss, labor grade F
L Typist, competitive class, labor grade B
1 Stores Clerk, competitive class, labor grade B
It was Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Miller, That Resolution No
154 — Regrading Position of Biochemist, which was tabled at the August llth
meeting, be hfted from the table Motion adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 154—REGRADING POSITION OF BIOCHEMIST
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Miller After discussion it was Moved
by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Haight, That the resolution be tabled until the next
meeting with the understanding there will be action with the Health and Person-
nel Committees Motion to table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 187—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Robey Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Excused
— Kidney, Watros — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $118,035 21 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are Construction Cost—
Claim No 98 — $118,035 21,
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amounts be and the same are hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 188—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — OLD COURT
HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Clynes Ayes —12 Noes —1 (Cul-
ligan) Excused —Kidney, Watros — 2
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Planning and Public Works
Committee in the amount of $69,711 63 to be paid from the County Building
Capital Construction Account are
William Downing, Architect $ 2,39161
Kimble Plumbing and Heating
Plumbing #2 $10,517 00
Plumbing #3 8,518 00
Heating - Air Conditioning 8,55100 27,586 00
Norton Electric Co , Inc #1 9,270 00
Stewart and Bennett #3 30,464 00
Total Construction Costs $69,711 63
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
There was a brief discussion on which committee would study the use of the
old hospital building
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 21 p m
September 22, 1975 115
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, September 22, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present Representatives — 11 Excused — Representatives Culligan, Kidney,
Watros, and Webster — 4
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes of the September 8, 1975 meeting were approved subject to correc-
tion by the Clerk
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Letter from Ralph Jordan of Chamber of Commerce to Chairman Kerr com-
plimenting Tompkins County Radio Club for assistance during National Junior
Olympic Competition, Interstate Commerce Commission Evaluation of the U S
Railway Association's Final System Plan, Cooperative Extension Association
quarterly narrative report April 1 -June 30, 1975, certificates of approval of
State Aid for handicapped children, TC3 Audit Resolution for Claim No 98, De-
partment of Taxation and Finance notice to raise $141,898 by taxation for court
and stenographers' expenses for fiscal year beginning April 1, 1975, letter from
Maxine Dull urging the preservation of Boardman House, copy of letter from
Ralph Jordan, Executive Director of Chamber of Commerce, to Harris Dates re
effect of Centrex on EAS calling between Groton, Freeville, and Lansing, letter
from Joseph Powers of Department of Transportation offering assistance to Task
Force Committee on Route 13, Ithaca -Cortland, Tompkins and Cortland Counties;
copy of letter to Harris Dates, Chairman of Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, from Ruth Pettengill and Michael Martin of the Human Services Coahtion
enclosing a supplemental to the Interim Families Proposal, minutes of Bicentennial
Commission for August 21, 1975 and listing of current membership with ad-
dress and telephone numbers, letter from Virginia Beyer urging restoration of
Boardman House, copy of letter from Richard Comstock, President of Hospital
Board of Managers to John Murphy, County Administrator, re non -concurrence to
recommendation to bring in an outside consultant for hospital job rating of
laboratory and pharmacy, resolution of Danby Town Board renaming a section of
Nelson Road to Stream Mill Road, memo from Frank Liguori re Southern Tier
East Regional Planning and Development Board cash contribution fiscal year
July 1, 1975 to June 30, 1976, copy of Village of Groton appointment of Gary
Watrous to serve on County Environmental Management Council, airport activity
report
Under privilege of the floor Mr Frank Liguori, Commissioner of Planning,
gave a slide presentation of Alternate Settlement Patterns for the Future
Mr D Boardman Lee spoke to the Board regarding Boardman House He
suggested that the County retain Boardman House, raze Building C and proceed
to construct an addition to the new Court House and try to engage the architect
who designed the Court House as a consulting architect His suggestions were
referred to the Planning and Public Works Committee
Mr Eric Gibson from Cooperative Extension, spoke to the Board regarding
the expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program
Ms Dorothy Durham spoke about the gardening projects she has worked with
this summer
Representative Miller said he attended a meeting of the Agricultural Dis-
trict Committee The Town of Danby is almost ready to have a hearing on an
Agricultural District He also attended the Tompkins County Municipal Officers
Association and discussed Sheriff's request for additional deputies, contract with
SPCA and Tompkins County Sales Tax
Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Dates said there will be a joint meeting September 25th of the County
Sewer Agency and the Adhoc Sewer Committee
1 16 September 22, 1975
Mr Clynes, a member of the Health Committee, said they met and reviewed
budgets There will be a resolution presented later in the meeting requesting
legislation — court committed patients He reported the Health Systems Agency
is mandated and probably will involve funding The Agency will take over all
health planning and related functions
Mrs Livesay, a member of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said
the committee reviewed and approved the Extension Service Budget and referred
it on to the Budget and Administration Committee She said Mr Webster gave
a report on the Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee and selection of
candidates is now in progress They will review the Election Board budget later
as they had some questions
Mr MacNeil, Planning and Pubhc Works Committee Chairman, said they met
and reviewed the Planning Department Budget He said the Personnel Commis-
sioner is receiving applications for the position of Airport Manager He said be-
cause of added interest in the Boardman House, the resolution will be tabled for
two weeks They received a proposal from APCO Corporation regarding paid park-
ing at the airport The contract is being reviewed by the County Attorney and
John Murphy and the committee will review it and hopefully have a recommenda-
tion at the next board meeting
Mr Haight, Public Safety and Corrections Committee Chairman, said they
met and considered budgets The County Attorney mentioned the possibility of
needing an assistant temporarily until some of the lawsuits are resolved He
feels it is time for the board to set up priorities and the committees alone should
not carry the ball on such a budget system as we have now
Mr Stevenson, Chairman of the Hospital Construction Committee, said a let-
ter was received from Mr Larry Hoffman outlining 'major changes to be made
There was discussion regarding laundry space and the chairman said if anyone has
any questions to contact the construction committee and architects
Chairman Kerr stated Mr Watros, the Chairman of the Hospital Governance
Committee, is out of town but the final report will be presented to this board
at the November 10th meeting An item not taken care of is the use of the present
building and he assigned the study of the use of the present building with the
Planning and Public Works Committee and Howard Stevenson
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, reported he has met with people regard-
ing the parking proposal at the airport but nothing has been committed He
also met with Cowper, Construction Manager at the hospital, and a contract is
being negotiated Relative to the Administrative Manual, he said they still anti-
cipate that State people will see this project through Department Budget requests
are being reviewed
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, reported on the progress of the Betty Muka
lawsuits
Chairman Kerr mentioned he and Mr Miller attended the State Conservation
Council and it was a successful meeting
Mr Holden, Chairman of the Personnel Committee, said it is the responsi-
bility of the Chairman per Resolution No 103 of 1972, if asked, to review grading
of positions — to take it to the Personnel Committee, Budget and Administration
and John Murphy or an outside firm They had requests and it was decided on an
outside person Since then he has completed a review of Library Director position
and completed position of Magnetic Card Selector Operator at TC3
RESOLUTION NO. 189—REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION — COURT -COMMITTED
PATIENTS
Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mr Clynes, and adopted
WHEREAS, inpatient psychiatric care in facilities operated by the New York
State Department of Mental Hygiene has historically been provided by State
funds, and
WHEREAS, the law was changed in 1973 so that Counties would be charged
with the cost of such inpatient services for court -committed patients, and
September 22, 1975 117
WHEREAS, this change punishes the County for matters beyond its control
and so discriminates against the County for any court-comnutted patient, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Tompkins County Mental Health
Board and the Health Committee, That the Tompkins County Board of Representa-
tives expresses its concern over the mandated use of County funds to pay for
court -committed patients at State facilities and respectfully urges that such in-
patient services hereafter be funded as all other such services are — fully by
the State Department of Mental Hygiene,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward certified copies
of this resolution to Senator William T Smith and Assemblyman Gary A Lee,
requesting that appropriate legislation be introduced at the next session of the
State Legislature to reinstate the previous policy of state payment
RESOLUTION NO. 190—APPROPRIATION FROM AIRPORT ENTERPRISE FUND
BALANCE TO AIRPORT CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION
ACCOUNT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Ayes — 11 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — 4 Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the County Attorney and the Budget and
Administration Committee, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to appropriate the sum of $18,973 57 from the Airport
Enterprise Fund Balance to Airport Capital Construcion Account for acquisition
of property owned by John I and Viola H Miller, under FAA Project No
9-30-034-6404, per the judgment entered on May 2, 1974
RESOLUTION NO. 191—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Robey Ayes — 11 Noes — 0 Excused
— 4 Adopted
RESOLVED, That a list of claims against the County of Tompkins chargeable
to:
General Fund $ 71,641 62
Encumbrances 1,149 16
County Self Insurance 3,686 78
Printing Transfers 4,198 00
Airport 9,271 08
Highway 174,872 70
Total Audit $264,819 34
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor.
Chairman Kerr appointed the following people to serve on the County Nego-
tiating Committee.
County Attorney
Commissioner of Personnel
County Administrator
Commissioner of Social Services
Hospital Administrator
Claude Holden
LeGrace Benson
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11 35 a m
118 October 13, 1975
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15 Representatives
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance
The minutes of the September 22, 1975 meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Letter from Center for the Arts re consideration of a local arts council,
memorandum from Louis J Long, Tompkins County Industrial Development
Agency, re a public hearing on October 30 at 10 p m at City Hall for the purpose
of analyzing Industrial Development Agencies, letter from Joseph Greenberger
suggesting the relocation of Boardman House to increase tax base, increase
revenue from building and make land available, Dept of Labor letter notifying
that Tompkins County will not receive Title II funds ($80,443) The amount wi11
be added to Title VI program bring FY1976 allocation up to $412,063, telegram
from regional office of U S Department of Labor approving FY75 Title I CETA
Plan and that new sub -grant agreements for FY76 plans will be sent to use, letter
from Amateur Athletic Union commending Roger Barton and all amateur radio
operators for their contribution to the National Junior Olympics held in Ithaca,
copy of Division for Youth consolidated programs application for period 9/1/75
to 12/31/75, Department of State sent executed copy of amendatory agreement
CPA -NY -02-00-1039 to Comprehensive Planning and Management Assistance
Program Agreement, Human Services Coalition recommendations on applications
for Revenue Sharing, resolution from Danby Town Board asking Board of Repre-
sentatives curtail certain services if necessary to prevent financial hardship for
taxpayers, Pistol Permits for September 1975 totaled $155 00, copy of a letter from
Assemblyman Gary A Lee to Mary and Kathryn Leary re presenting a New York
State Flag in Michael's memory, October 13, 1975, letter from Assemblyman
Gary Lee regarding progress and status of the Route 13 Tompkins -Cortland State -
Committee, letter re deer depredation quarantine orders pursuant to Section 115-a
of the Agriculture and Markets Law such quaranines can only be ordered as emer-
gency measures and only when existing snow and weather conditions dictate a
need for such restriction of dogs, letter from Mayor Edward Conley re city urges
the county to consider feasibility of Boardman House in DeWitt Park, letter from
Facilities Development Corp re proposed Tompkins County Hospital Project,
letter from Department of Transportation stating that state funds have been ap-
proved in the supplemental budget for crash/fire/rescue building and vehicles
and inadvertent fencing re 1975 Aviation Capital Project Tompkins County Airport
NYSDOT Project No 3902 20, notice from Department of Labor that October 5-11
rill be National Employ the Handicapped Week, mailgram confirmation of tele-
gram sent October 3 to Governor Hugh L Carey by Chairman Harry A Kerr re-
questing the designation of Tompkins County as a disaster area as result of flood
damages September 24-26, 1975, letter from Congressman Matthew McHugh favor-
ing extension of revenue sharing for five years, copy of fetter from ALPHA to
D J Culhgan re status of Health Systems Agency, letter from D Boardman Lee
including a resolution adapted at recent meeting of NYS Association for Re-
tarded Children, Inc asking Commissioner of Mental Health, Dr Lawrence Kolb,
to withdraw a memorandum recommending that whenever a member of Mental
Health Board is also on staff or board of service agency bemg considered he
should not participate, letter from Assemblyman Gary Lee acknowledging our
Resolution 18 requesting legislation court -committed patients, copy of telegram
sent to Gary Lee re consideration of Tompkins County as a disaster area, resolu-
tion of Tompkins County Municipal Officials Association recommending top
priority for the increased personnel for Tompkins County Sheriff's Department,
Human Services Coalition reviews of Revenue Sharing requests for EOC Outreach
Program and Groton Housing Authority, resolution of Cortland County re Audit
of TC3 Capital Expenditures Claim No 99, approved application for state aid in
providing recreation for the elderly programs and services
October 13, 1975 119
Chairman Kerr mentioned that last week was National 4-H Week He attended
a ribbon -cutting ceremony at Challenge Industries on October 9
The Chairman introduced and welcomed Miss Mary Pat Leary and Kathryn
Leary Assemblyman Gary A Lee presented to the Board of Representatives a
New York State Flag as a personal gift in memory of Michael J Leary, a former
board member and a truly outstanding public servant who served with a style
and quality that should always be emulated
Under privilege of the floor, Representative Webster introduced Mr John
Carpenter who introduced the new Director of the Tompkins County Library —
Mr Lajos Mezgar Mr Mezgar stated the library is not simply storage of books,
there is informational services and a large collection of local history
Representatives of the United Way presented a film of one of the organiza-
tions of the United Way — the Special Children's Center
Mr Dates said a tentative date for the public hearing on the budget is Novem-
ber 10 They will be going over revenue sharing requests and would like the com-
mittees' action on them so the Budget Committee can consider them in with the
full budget
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said they went over the
hospital budget and the hospital will lose money again this year basically due to
less patient days at the hospital than projected He said the County Attorney ap-
proved the Mental Health Board increasing from nine members to twelve mem-
bers They are looking for people to serve on that board The Mental Health
Department wants a reevaluation They feel more office work can be done by
Assistant Business Admimstrator and more time devoted to actual clinical and
mental health work in the county by the Director of Mental Health
Mr Clynes reported on the progress of the Health Systems Agency They
are still operating without guidelines so their timetable of December 1 is not
feasible Their new meeting is tomorrow
Mr Webster reported the Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee will
have names to report at the October 27th meeting Names will also be presented
for the Criminal Justice Advisory Committee on October 27
Mrs Livesay reported on the Ad Hoc Youth and Recreation Committee and
their next meeting will be held October 28 At their last meeting there was a
preliminary report to the committee from the Technical Advisory Committee
which was a combination of data collected so far and is available to the board
It is not a definitive report with recommendations yet They are hoping for a
decision for a recommendaion to the board, in case it goes in the direction of
recommendation, to set up a County Youth Bureau to have it in for this year's
budget consideration It was pointed out they hope to have adequate local com-
munity input on this
Mr Holden, Chairman of the Personnel Committee, said there is a resolution
on this agenda for CETA positions
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning and Public Works Committee, said they
met and reviewed topics of transfer of funds for Highway Department, control
of access road to tower, discussion on possible entry way into the Old Court House
for handicapped persons, Boardman House, Old Court House, possible alternate
uses of the hospital property if and when a new hospital is built The airport
paid parking proposal is still in negotiation They reviewed with FAA the fire
pond for the Industrial Park The FAA felt the location at the end of the runway
might cause a hazard A grant of $50,000 for airport improvements was received
Mrs Livesay said she is not satisfied yet with the decision of the Planning and
Public Works Committee on her request that the Highway Superintendent provide
to this board a list of the major constructions or repairs to be made on county
highways With the budget problems, she feels it is important to have that in-
formation
Mr Haight, Chairman of Public Safety and Corrections Committee, said they
met with the Fire Advisory Board to work out their communications with this
120 October 13, 1975
board and to listen to their budget requests They also informed them of the budget
procedures and salary procedures of the CSEA
Mr Miller, Chairman of Social Services Committee, reported they went over
budgets He and Representative Morse will attend a state-wide welfare conference
October 14 in Poughkeepsie
Mr Stevenson, Chairman of the Hospital Construction Committee, reported
that the revised Part II submission will be submitted to the State this week. There
was a meeting with Mental Health over the question of psychiatric beds and
staffing pattern The resolution pertaining to Hospital Construction Equipment
Planning Contract will be withdrawn from today's agenda
Mr Watros said he will have a complete report of the Hospital Governance
Committee at the November 10th or 27th meeting
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, explained in detail a survey by the
New York State Tax Auditors is underway in Tompkins County They are here
from the Department of Taxation not at the request of any local municipality but
ordered in as a result of the Glens Falls -Warren County adjustment The press
release prepared by the NYS Tax Department indicated Commissioner Tully
stated he would be assigning auditors into other cities where similar circumstances
possibly exist There is a request from Tompkins County Municipal Officers
Association to him for detailed sales tax reporting information within the county
By law the Chief Fiscal Officer of the County is the individual who can obtain
such information Emphasis was placed on confidential aspect
County Attorney Williamson reported on the progress of the Betty Muka
cases
Chairman Kerr reported a meeting on the expansion of Corps of Engineers
Permit Authority will be held October 30 at 7 30 p m in Geneva Also, October
15th there will be a meeting with the Corps of Engineers regarding the Seneca
River Basin
Mr Dates withdrew the resolution pertaining to appropriation of federal
revenue sharing funds — Old Court House The committee is going to consider
all revenue sharing at one time and a report will be made at budget time
RESOLUTION NO. 192—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Watros Ayes — 14 Noes — 0
Excused — Miller — 1 Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $862 58 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland College are Claim No 99 — Capital Construc-
tion Costs — $862 58,
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amounts be and the same are hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator he and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 193—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT —
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ASSOCIATION
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Benson Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the proposed agreement between the Counties of Tompkins, Chemung,
Schuyler and Tioga and Cornell University for the operation of the Dairy and
Field Crops Extension Program for the calendar years 1976 and 1977, be approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute said agreement on behalf of the County
October 13, 1975 121
RESOLUTION NO. 194—REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION — HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Haight Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That Chapter 109 of the Laws of 1956 be amended to repeal Section 5 thereof
restricting the use and conveyance of the County Hospital buildings and premises
and to direct the Commissioner of Health of the State of New York to execute
a deed of correction to the County of Tompkins without consideration correcting
the previous conveyance to the County by eliminating the aforesaid restriction,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward certified copies
of this resolution to Senator William T Smith and Assemblyman Gary A Lee
RESOLUTION NO. 195—CREATION OF POSITIONS — COMPREHENSIVE EM-
PLOYMENT AND TRAINING ACT (CETA), TITLE VI
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson After a lengthy discussion
regarding the function of the proposed investigator position in the District At-
torney's Office, it was Moved by Mr Watros, seconded by Mr Webster That the
resolution be amended to delete the position of Detective -Investigator in the
District Attorney's Office Amendment adopted The resolution as amended was
adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing positions be created on a temporary basis not to exceed June 30, 1976, said
positions to be funded 100 per cent for wages and benefits under the CETA
Title VI federal grant
District Attorney
1 Receptionist (04-07), labor grade IV, competitive class
Highway
3 Laborers (08-09), labor grade VIII, labor class
Hospital
1 Typist (Credit Office), (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class
1 Registered Professional Nurse (Infectious Control) (11-17), labor grade XI,
non-competitive
Mental Health (Meadow House)
1 Group Leader (07-13), labor grade VII, competitive class
Social Services
1 Clerk (03-02), labor grade III, competitive class
Tompkins -Cortland Community College
1 Senior Typist, labor grade D, competitive class
Personnel
1 Typist (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class
Motor Vehicle Bureau, County Clerk
1 Clerk (03-02), labor grade III, competitive class
County Judge
1 Law Clerk (05-14), labor grade V, competitive class
RESOLVED, further, That the Commissioner of Personnel be and he hereby
is authorized to work contractual arrangements with the following agencies and
municipalities for the creation of temporary positions within the guidelines set
122 October 13, 1975
by the Personnel Committee, to be funded 100 per cent under CETA for a period
not to exceed June 30, 1976
Ithaca City School District
Town of Ithaca
City of Ithaca
New York State
RESOLUTION NO. 196—APPROPRIATION — HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Holden Ayes — 14 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — Miller — 1 Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the appropriation listed below be and it hereby is authorized
From County Road Fund Balance to Maintenance — Roads & Bridges D-
5110 300 Supplies and Materials — $75,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 197—CHANGE ORDERS — OLD COURT HOUSE CONTRACTS
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee and the Architect
have recommended certain change orders in the reconstruction of the Old Court
House, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Committee
and the Architect, That change orders for the reconstruction of the Old Court
House be approved as follows
Stewart and Bennett, Inc — General Construction — Eves line work, $519 00,
4 Lintels in stair towers, $795 00 Contract change order increase —
$1,314 00
Kimball Plumbing and Heating, Inc — Renew credit given for use of plastic
pipe Contract change order increase — $600 00
RESOLUTION NO. 198—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — OLD COURT
HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes — 13 Noes — Kidney
— 1 Excused — Miller — 1 Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited
Committee in the amount of $81,237 96 to
Capital Construction Account are
Norton Electric Co , Inc #2
Stewart and Bennett, Inc #4
Kimble Plumbing and Heating, Inc
Heating -Air Conditioning #3
Plumbing #4
William Downing Associates Architects
by the Planning and Public Works
be paid from the County Building
$17,100 00
30,083 00
28,080 00
4,918 00
1,056 96
Total Construction Costs $81,237 96
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 199—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — JOHN
W. COWPER COMPANY, INC.
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr MacNeil After discussion regarding
the total amount of agreement, the resolution was withdrawn for two weeks
October 13, 1975 123
RESOLUTION NO 200—RESOLUTION OF RESPECT — MICHAEL J. LEARY
Moved by Mr Culligan Unanimously seconded and adopted
WHEREAS, Michael J Leary, a former member of the Tompkins County Board
of Representatives from the City of Ithaca passed away on the 17th day of
September 1975, and
WHEREAS, with the passing of Michael J Leary, the County of Tompkins lost
a dedicated official and valued friend, and
WHEREAS, the said Michael J Leary served as Representative from District
No 2 of the City of Ithaca in the years 1964 through 1973, inclusive, and
WHEREAS, thereafter, he served as Court Crier for Tompkins County until
his untimely death, and
WHEREAS, the said Michael J Leary was chairman of many important com-
mittees, including Physically Handicapped, Public Safety and Correction and
Buildings and Grounds, and
WHEREAS, he also served on many other committees including Animal
Health and Conservation, County Officers' Accounts, Education, Purchasing,
Equalization and Tax Sales, and
WHEREAS, he also served on Special Committees of the Board including
Administration Study, Grievance Board, Ithaca Festival, City -County Police Task
Force and Board of Health, and
WHEREAS, throughout his adult years the said Michael J Leary was ex-
tremely interested and active in City and County affairs and served the County
and City with years of devotion and faithfulness, now therefore be it
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED, That the members of this Board express their
deep and heartfelt sympathy and sincere condolences to the family of Michael J
Leary,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy
of this resolution to the family of Michael J Leary
At this time, Board members and guests observed a moment of silence in
memory of Michael J Leary
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 09 p m
124 October 27, 1975
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present Representatives — 13 Excused — Representatives Clynes and Kid-
ney — 2
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance
The minutes of the October 13th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Notice of Claim No 10 from Betty 0 Muka against County of Tompkins,
Judge Kenneth Johnson, Judge Bruce G Dean and Special Prosecuter Elizabeth
Bixler Yanof in the amount of $1,000,010, Village of Dryden appointing Ivan
Marion to Tompkins County Sewer Agency following resignation of Daniel P
VanAlstine, NYS Department of Health approval of Budget items submitted with
application for state aid — Laboratory, $35,000 and Public Health Work,
$589,851 80, copy of Fire Advisory Board proposed by-laws submitted for Board
action before January 1, 1976, memorandum from NYS Board of Equalization and
Assessment re Advisory equalization rates for the purpose of apportioning county
taxes, City of Ithaca — 62 16, Towns of Caroline — 56 06, Danby — 51 64, Dryden
— 49 71, Enfield — 54 18, Groton — 62 38, Ithaca — 57 74, Lansing 56 37, New-
field — 63 75 and Ulysses — 53 36, Herkimer County Department of Social
Services position paper on welfare reform; Fulton County resolution urging staff
and Federal Social Welfare reform; letter from Governor Hugh L Carey in re-
sponse to Chairman Kerr's telegram on the recent flooding which affected Tomp-
kins County stating he had immediately requested Federal Disaster Assistance
Administration to designate Tompkins County as eligible for federal assistance;
copy of resolution from Dutchess County re welfare reform; executed copy of
agreement re Comprehensive Planning Assistance Program Project CPA -NY -02-00
—1100 Tompkins County, and travel expense guidelines for recipients of federal
grants and payment request procedures, copy of telegram to County Administrator
from Senator Jacob Javits' Office declaring Tompkins County a disaster area be-
cause of recent flooding, resolution from Cayuga County supporting welfare re-
form legislation, letter from Dept of Labor re obligation of On -The -Job Training
and Individual Referral to Vocation training funds, Tompkins County Airport
Activity Report for September 1975, 1974 Report and 1975 Directors of the NYS
Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Letter from Human Services Coalition re
apphcation for Revenue Sharing funds for Groton Housing Authority for $12,675,
notice of appointment of Andrew P Starostecki as Assistant District Attorney
Under privilege of the floor Beverly Livesay introduced visitors from the
office of the Aging — Miss Susan Clarke, Philip Johnson and L G Fowler Miss
Clarke gave a summary Progress Report In the first eight months of operation the
Office of the Aging has made some progress on every objective outlined in the
1575 Area Plan Mr Miller thanked Susan and the others for the excellent work
Representative Benson introduced Glenn Cline, County Extension Coordina-
tor He spoke about some of the programs Cooperative Extension is involved in
He introduced Mr John Hicks, a dairy farmer north of Ithaca, who spoke about
the dairy industry and the help the Cooperative Extension Program has been
to him
Mr Alvin Knepper requested information regarding progress of the Veterans'
Committee request for funds for a memorial in DeWitt Park honoring Korean and
Viet Nam war dead Mr MacNeil said the Planning and Public Works Committee
recommended to the Budget and Administration Committee that $3,000 be ap-
propriated
Representative MacNeil explained that Mrs Livesay requested compliance
with the Highway Law He said he finds it difficult to comply with this particular
law until it is more pragmatically defined Mrs Livesay said all she is requesting
is a list of where major improvements are to be made to be submitted with the
budget request for the year It is the County Attorney's understanding that the
October 27, 1975 125
Highway Superintendent is required to present the information to the board Mr.
Kerr said if anyone has any questions to see the County Attorney
Representative Miller reported notices of the Public Hearing on Agricultural
District No 5 in the Town of Danby will be sent out to residents of the district and
there will be a meeting November 6th at the Town Hall to answer any questions
before the public hearing He mentioned the report Frank Liguori has put out
regarding the Town of Danby and Agricultural District, etc is a fine report
1 Various committee chairman reported as follows
Mr Dates, Budget and Administration, said there are still budgets to be
turned in He will ask for dates for public hearings later in the meeting The In-
dustrial Development Agency State Legislators are having a public hearing Thurs-
day, October 30 at 10 a m
Mr Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said at their last meeting
Dr Gaffney, Commissioner of Health, mentioned some of the rate increases in
home services such as physiotherapist, out-patient therapist and home health
aides It has to be approved by the State He also said the Health Committee agreed
to present a resolution for authorization to sign a contract between the Health
Department and Special Children's Center for dental services He said the Mental
Health Board has been studying the problems of doing business and feel the time
is coming where a deputy commissioner of Mental Health is needed Two names
will be placed on the table for appointment to the Mental Health Board later
in the meeting
Mr Webster, Chairman of Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they
met last week and considered the various budgets They met with Charles Herndon
and Karen Ainsworth from Economic Opportunity Corporation and heard a report
on the work of EOC aides The Human Services Coalition rejected their request
for revenue sharing funds The committee suggested subsequent to beginning of
1976, they could make a new request Mrs Pettengill said the Coalition did not
turn them down flat but made suggestion that they come back in March He also
mentioned he attended a meeting at the library with people from seven counties
They took a walk and were particularly impressed with the Old Court House
Mr Holden, Chairman of Personnel Committee, noted they reviewed budgets
Funds were reappropriated from Title I which goes through June 1976
Mr Haight, Chairman of Public Safety and Corrections Committee, said they
met and approved most of their budgets
Mr Miller, Chairman of Social Services Committee, reported Mr Harold
Doane is the new Superintendent of the Tompkins County Home and Farm He
mentioned he and Mr Morse attended a meeting in Poughkeepsie with thirty other
counties to discuss the Social Services problem A resolution came out of that
meeting and he will move to add a resolution to the agenda He said the Human
Services Coalition met Thursday and he and several other representatives were
there
Mr Stevenson, Chairman of Hospital Construction Committee, said the com-
mittee met last Thursday to go over construction manager's contract He asked to
withdraw the resolution that is on the agenda because it isn't ready yet
Mr Watros, Chairman of Hospital Governance Committee, said the committee
will have a report at the next board meeting
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, said Representatives from the State De-
partment were here and met with representatives of various boards such as
Hospital, Tompkins -Cortland Community College, Mental Health They will be
back and would like to meet with each board member He also spoke about the
Medicaid rates problem He said there is a review underway ,
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, announced a favorable decision has been
received in the case of Betty Muka against the Sheriff and two deputies There
is another case which the Judge will decide on November 4 There is a new case—
Betty Muka against Joseph Yoch and the County is involved He said Grievance
Hearings were held in the Personnel Office
Chairman Kerr said at the next meeting the Cornell Film Department will
film some of the meeting which will be used to introduce a film on county govern-
126 October 27, 1975
ment He reported the Corps of Engineers were here October 15th to discuss sur-
vey plans far Oswego River Basin
It was Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mrs Livesay, and adopted, That a
resolution pertaining to appropriation from General Fund Balance — Social
Services, be added to the agenda and the advertising rule be waived, and the
resolution regarding Construction Management Contract, be withdrawn
It was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden and adopted, That the
following dates be established November 5 at 7 30 p m — Committee of the
Whole, November 6 at 7 30 p m — Public Informational meeting on Budget,
November 10 at 10 a m — Public Hearing on Agricultural District No 5, Novem-
ber 24 at 10 a m — Public Hearing, on Office for the Aging Area Plan
RESOLUTION NO. 201—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Culligan Ayes — 13 Noes — 0
Excused — Clynes, Kidney Adopted
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $1,085 00 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are
Capital Construction — Claim No 100 — $1,085 00
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amount be and the same is hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
Mr. Webster reported the TC3 auditor's annual report was presented and is
available
RESOLUTION NO. 202—A RESOLUTION RELATIVE TO THE REVISION OF
SOCIAL SERVICES (Tabled)
Moved by Mr Morse, seconded by Mr Miller It was Moved by Mr Culligan,
seconded by Mr Dates, That paragraph No 5 be amended to add "when the
case history shows the client does not pay properly " It was Moved by Mrs Benson,
seconded by Mr Webster, That each section be taken separately According to
the rules, her motion took precedence over the previous motion After discussion,
Mrs Benson withdrew her amendment if it didn't prejudice her making it again
Mr Webster withdrew his second Mr Culligan withdrew his amendment It was
Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mrs Benson, That this resolution be tabled
until the next meeting to give the Social Services Committee a chance to review
and give those who have suggestions a chance to make them and the resolution
be brought back at the next meeting A roll call on the motion to table resulted
as follows Representatives Webster, Benson, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden,
Livesay, MacNeil (I compliment Mr Robey for being able to understand 70% of
that I think our whole board is going to have to do a lot of homework), Robey,
Watros, —10 Noes — Representatives Morse, Miller, Kerr — 3 Excused — Rep-
resentatives Clynes and Kidney — 2 Motion to Table adopted. A meeting of the
Social Services Committee will be held November 5th at 8 a m and board mem-
bers are invited to discuss the resolution
WHEREAS, there exists a need for federal and state leadership in legislation
for social services reform by answering to the actual human needs of clients,
WHEREAS, local government has been forced to the brink of bankruptcy by
skyrocketing welfare costs resulting from massive, uncontrollable and often im-
possible to justify federally and state mandated public welfare programs, and
WHEREAS, there presently exists a chaotic proliferation of uncoordinated,
ineffective and overly expensive public welfare programs eminating from a
federal and state bureaucratic philosophy that believes more is better — develop
bigger programs and spend more money — and,
WHEREAS, the compelling and urgent need to establish a responsive, simpli-
fied and economical welfare system overshadows any other domestic issue, now
therefore be it
October 27, 1975 127
RESOLVED, That the federal and state governments assign first priority to
welfare reform at their next scheduled legislative sessions, and
RESOLVED, That the federal and state governments favorably consider and
enact the following recommendations for positive action, designed to alleviate
the immediate critical financial and administrative plight of local government,
RESOLVED, further, That upon passage, the Chairman of the Board of Repre-
sentatives of Tompkins County forward to all elected officials representing this
county a copy of this resolution thereby emphasizing that Tompkins County feels
that relief from Federal and State mandates is necessary for our continued well
being
CHANGES IN FEDERAL MANDATES:
1 Amend the 30-1/3 Work Incentive Allowance to AFDC Recipients
WHEREAS, Title 45, Chapter II, Part 233 — Code of Federal Regulations and
the Social Security Act Section 402 (a) has mandated a work incentive allowance
(30-1/3 income exemption) for AFDC recipients which does not include a mone-
tary or time limitation on entitlement to such benefits, thereby creating case situa-
tions where many welfare recipients covered by the 30-1/3 incentive allowance
are over compensated at the taxpayers' expense, be it further
RESOLVED, That the present federal work incentive allowance be amended
to provide that an AFDC mother's gross earned income and public assistance pay-
ments combined cannot exceed the state's established Medicaid income level for
a comparable size family, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the 304/3 work incentive allowance contain provision to
limit such benefits to a maximum of three months
2 Repeal the 10% Federally Imposed Limitation on Restricted Payments
in the AFDC Cases
WHEREAS, there now exists a federal limitation on restricted payments in
the form of direct payments to landlords and utility companies to 10% of the
number of persons in cases receiving federal participating unrestricted cash
payments only, plus the unduplicated number of children for whom ADC -FC pay-
ments were made during a given month, and
WHEREAS, application of this complex formula denies counties and states
federal reimbursement when shelter and utilities are paid directly to the pro-
vider as a result of a recipient's mismanagement, or misappropriation of cash
assistance, and
WHEREAS, the 10% limitation imposes a gross unfair penalty on localities
and the state for insuring that providers of services to recipients are paid, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the 10% limitation be immediately repealed
3 Impose an immediate Moratorium on the Implementation of Any New
Federally Mandated Programs
WHEREAS, the serious cost and administrative consequences of implementing
untested welfare program concepts is clearly evident from past experience, and
WHEREAS, federal social services' programs are often mandated upon locali-
ties without sufficient lead time and after a county has adopted its annual
operating budget, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That a moratorium be placed on the implementation of any new
federally mandated program, and
RESOLVED, further, That whenever a federally mandated welfare program is
imposed in the future, after a county budget has been adopted, the total operating
costs for the balance of that year shall be at full federal expense until the follow-
ing year
4 Able -Bodied AFDC Recipients (Adults) Should be Assigned to Public Work
Relief Protects
WHEREAS, there already exists in New York State a Work Relief Program
for employable Home Relief recipients unable to secure employment in the
regular economy (New York State Social Welfare Law — Section 385 10),
128 October 27, 1975
WHEREAS, the aforementioned public Work Relief Project is designed to
maintain and develop an individual's job skills through useful employment in
states, cities, towns, villages or other non-profit public service organizatons and,
WHEREAS, there are proper safeguards within the present state Work Relief
Program to insure that persons assigned will not replace or perform any job
ordinarily and actually performed by regular workers, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the provisions stipulated in New York State's Work Relief
Program be expanded to include able-bodied, adult AFDC recipients under ap-
propriate circumstances which insure reasonable assignment of such individuals
5 Federal Financing of Supplemental Security Income Program Medical Costs
for All Cases Which Became SSI Eligible After January lst, 1974
WHEREAS, implementation of the Supplemental Security Income Program on
January 1st, 1974, contained provision limiting the local share for payments to
aged, blind and disabled cases to the amount spent by counties in 1973, and
WHEREAS, from January 1st, 1974, there has been a tremendous increase
in SSI cases whose Medicaid expenses counties are obligated to pay, thereby
grossly increasing local medical expenditures far above the 1973 hold harmless
level, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the federal government fully finance all medical costs for
those SSI cases which became active on or after January lst, 1974
6 Eliminate the Separation of Services Administrative Structure
WHEREAS, the administrative structure known as Separation of Services
has since its inception been cumbersome, inefficient and, in fact, a system which
greatly contributes to the morass of bureaucratic red tape, and
WHEREAS, the almost total absence of a responsive and consistent source of
contact between recipient and staff has seriously weakened case management
controls,
RESOLVED, That the federally mandated Separation of Services' system be
abolished and replaced by a client -caseworker caseload concept similar to that
previously in effect
PROPOSALS FOR CHANGES IN STATE MANDATES:
1 The State Should Not Superimpose Options on Basic Federal Welfare Pro-
gram Requirements
WHEREAS, the State of New York has at times greatly expanded on basic
federal welfare program guidelines and benefits, thereby imposing further fiscal
and administrative demands on counties, most notably with respect to the Medi-
caid and Child Health Assurance Programs, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the state should immediately adopt a pohcy for imple-
menting new mandated programs on the basis on minimum federal requirements,
RESOLVED, further, That a temporary State Commission, including ap-
propriate local representation, be established to review' all existing State Regula-
tions, with a view toward amending those which may be contributing to unneces-
sary program expenditures
2. More Severe Sanctions for Those Refusing to Work
WHEREAS, present regulations allow, subject to certain time limitations,
pubhc assistance payments to employable individuals who willfully terminate
employment or intentionally reduce their earning capacity, and
WHEREAS, employable persons who fail to report far an employment inter-
view or accept a legitimate job offer, also subject to certain time limitations, are
allowed welfare, and
WHEREAS, such provisions dull an individual's incentive to work when the
availability of welfare payments is almost immediate, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That any employable person who willfully terminates employ-
ment or intentionally reduces his or her earning capacity should not qualify for
welfare payments, and
RESOLVED, further, That a single, employable individual who did not quit
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a job or intentially reduce his or her earning capacity should be entitled to a
maximum of 30 days' public assistance
3 Terminate Public Assistance Payments to Recipients When a Local Agency,
After a Hearing, Has Determined That the Individual No Longer Qualifies
for Benefits (Repeal Section 358.8 (2) C1 State Social Welfare Law)
1 WHEREAS, the Fair Hearing Regulations provide for continued uninterrupted
public assistance to cases which have already been found ineligible for aid by
local agencies until a State Hearing is held and a decision rendered is procedural-
ly and financially costly, and
WHEREAS, there is an appropriate local mechanism for conducting an ad-
ministrative review of chent appeals,
RESOLVED, that once a local determination is made to discontinue assistance
and following an internal administrative review, public assistance payments
should be terminated immediately to eliminate continued payments to ineligible
recipients (The State's formal Fair Hearing would, of course, be held at a later
date for a final case decision )
4 The Medicaid Program Should be Completely Administered by Either the
Social Services Department or State Department of Health
WHEREAS, the divided responsibility between Departments of Social Serv-
ices and Health in Administering Medicaid has contributed to fragmented services,
duplication of authority and unprecedented increases in program costs, and
WHEREAS, there is virtually no organized, unified state system for Medicaid
Program monitoring, from the standpoint of either costs or quality care,
RESOLVED, That either the Department of Social Services or the State
Health Department be designated as the single state agency responsible for Medi-
caid Program administration — including the promulgation of medical rates and
fees
5 Replace Cash Assistance For Rent and Utilities With Voucher Payments
WHEREAS, the present public welfare system encourages continued de-
pendency by making generous, unrestricted cash benefits available,
RESOLVED, that voucher payments for rent and utilities be substituted for
cash payments
6 A Study Should be Conducted to Assess the Fiscal Impact on Counties Re-
sulting From Their Withdrawal From the Federal Welfare System
WHEREAS, counties are no longer able to assume the enormous task of fund-
ing or administering the ever-increasing number of federally mandated programs,
and
WHEREAS, counties are rapidly becoming unable to provide other essential
public services, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That a study be authorized to assess the financial impact on
local government as a consequence of withdrawing from participation in the
federal public welfare system
RESOLUTION NO 203—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT — TOMP-
KINS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT AND SPECIAL
CHILDREN'S CENTER
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chairman
of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute a contract
on behalf of the County between the Tompkins County Health Department and
the Special Children's Center for the Dental Health Services Program
RESOLUTION NO. 204—WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION BUDGET AND APPOR-
TIONMENT — MUTUAL SELF-INSURANCE PLAN
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Webster It was pointed out that there
was an oversight and the Village of Lansing should be included Adopted
WHEREAS, the Budget and Administration Committee estimates that the sum
of $30,000 00 will be required during the year 1976 for the payment of compensa-
130 October 27, 1975
tion in old and pending cases on behalf of the County participating municipalities
under the Mutual Self -Insurance Plan and for the expenses of administering same,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That there be raised from the county and participating munici-
palities in 1976 the total sum of $30,000 00, the same to be apportioned to the
county and the several participating municipalities in the proportion that their
equalized valuation bears to the aggregate valuation of the county and all partici-
pating municipal corporations, as follows
(Based on 1974 Assessment)
Assessed State Full or True
Value Rate Value Apportionment
Caroline $ 9,693,277 70 13,847,539 $ 323 22
Danby 8,585,860 60 14,309,767 333 99
Dryden 47,625,066 57 83,552,747 1,950 09
Enfield 7,412,885 62 11,956,266 279 06
Groton 18,084,549 78 23,185,319 54117
Ithaca -Town 77,727,228 62 125,366,497 2,926 02
Lansing 76,507,851 69 110,880,943 2,587 92
Newfield 14,189,469 70 20,270,670 47310
Ulysses 19,365,590 61 31,746,869 740 97
Ithaca City 103,280,000 65 158,892,307 3,708 51
Dryden Village 6,335,777 57 11,115,398 259 41
Freeville Village 1,510,277 57 2,649,521 6186
Groton Village 7,977,068 78 10,227,010 238 68
Cayuga Heights 25,433,965 62 41,022,524 957.48
Lansing Village 22,304,960 69 32,326,029 754 47
County 382,471,775 64 594,008,924 13,864 05
$828,505,547 1,285,358,330 $30,000 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County's share of such apportionment being
the sum of $14,147 16 be included in the budget of the county and that amounts
apportioned to each of the participating towns and City of Ithaca as shown in the
foregoing schedule be included in the next tax levy against the taxable property
of said towns and city respectively, and that the Clerk of the Board transmit to
the Clerk of each participating village a statement of the amount apportioned to
such village with the request that the same be paid to the County Administrator
MORTGAGE TAX REPORT
for period April 1, 1975 thru September 30, 1975
Caroline $ 2,12140
Danby 2,527 29
Dryden 18,731 44
Enfield 2,628 49
Groton 5,042 47
Ithaca -City 27,870 08
Ithaca -Town 24,141 51
Lansing 39,099 84
Newfield 3,062 57
Ulysses 5,688 71
$130,913 80
Your committee finds that of the amount of $18,731 44 to which the Town of
Dryden is entitled, there should be paid to the incorporated Village of Dryden
the sum of $1,245 96 and to the incorporated Village of Freeville the sum of
$296 99, of the amount of $5,042 47 to which the Town of Groton is entitled
there should be paid to the incorporated Village of Groton the sum of $1,11211,
of the amount of $24,141 51 to which the Town of Ithaca is entitled there should
be paid to the incorporated Village of Cayuga Heights the sum of $3,949 80, of
the amount of $5,688 71 to which the Town of Ulysses is entitled there should be
October 27, 1975 131
paid to the incorporated Village of Trumansburg the sum of $860 00, and of the
amount of $39,099 84 to which the Town of Lansing is entitled there should be
paid to the incorporated Village of Lansing the sum of $6,013 14 Your committee
therefore recommends the adoption of a resolution to be presented later in the
meeting
Harris B Dates, Chairman
Donald J Culligan
Claude W Holden
Roger Morse
Hugh S MacNeil
Bryant Robey
RESOLUTION NO. 205—APPORTIONMENT OF MORTGAGE TAX
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Excused
— Representatives Clynes and Kidney — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, this Board is in receipt of the Mortgage Tax Report showing the
amount to be credited to each tax district of the county of the money collected
for the period April 1, 1975 thru September 30, 1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the report of the Budget Committee relative to the above
tax momes and allocation thereof as herein made, be accepted and adopted,
RESOLVED, further, That pursuant to Section 261 of the Tax Law, this Board
issue its tax warrant for the payment to the respective tax districts of the amount
so credited and authorize and direct the County Administrator to make distribu-
tion thereof to the several tax districts of the county in accordance with said
report.
RESOLUTION NO. 206—TRANSFER OF FUNDS — VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the following transfers be and they hereby are approved
Public Health Department
From 4010 830 Social Security
To 4010 840 Workmen's Compensation $ 392 22
Highway
From D-5110 400 Contractual and Other Expenses
To D-5110 840 Compensation 9,732 78
From E-5130 200 Equipment
To E-5130 840 Compensation 5,167 88
From D-5110 400 Contractual & Other Expenses
To D-5010 300 Supplies and Materials 200 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 207—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND —
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Miller, Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Excused
— Representatives Clynes and Kidney Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration and
Public Safety & Corrections Committees, That the following appropriation be and
it hereby is approved
From Contingent Fund Code A-1990
To Supplies and Materials Code A-1420 300 — $250 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 208—APPROPRIATION FROM AIRPORT ENTERPRISE FUND
BALANCE TO AIRPORT CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION AC-
COUNT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — Representatives Clynes and Kidney — 2 Adopted
132 October 27, 1975
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the County Attorney and the Budget and
Administration Committee, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to appropriate the sum of $1,276 00 from the Airport En-
terprise Fund Balance to Airport Capital Construction Account for acquisition of
property owned by John I and Viola H Miller, under FAA Project No 9-30-034-
6404, per the judgment entered on May 2, 1974, to cover interest on said judgment
RESOLUTION NO. 209—CREATION OF POSITION — DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S
OFFICE
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Public Safety and
Corrections Committee, That one position of Criminal Law Assistant (09-26), labor
grade IX, exempt class, be created in the District Attorney's office on a tem-
porary basis not to exceed June 30, 1976, said position to be funded 100 per cent
for wages and benefits under the CETA Title VI federal grant
RESOLUTION NO. 210—AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION NO. 184 ADOPTED
SEPTEMBER 8, 1975
Movd by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, on the recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That
Resolution No 184 adopted by the Board of Representatives on September 8,
1975, be corrected as follows under the heading of "Towns", the Towns of
Dryden and Ithaca should be deleted, and under the heading of "Villages", the
Village of Dryden should be added
RESOLUTION NO. 211—APPROPRIATION FROM GENERAL FUND BALANCE—
SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Webster A lengthy discussion fol-
lowed and It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates, That this resolu-
tion be tabled and it was pointed out this will be advertised in the newspapers
Motion to Table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 212—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Excused
— Representatives Clynes and Kidney — 2 Adopted
RESOLVED, That a list of claims against the County of Tompkins chargeable
General Fund $ 68,109 42
Encumbrances 863 93
County Self -Insurance 787 00
Printing & Supply Transfers 4,936 31
Airport 4,821.02
Highway 110,602 19
to
Total Audit $190,119 87
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor.
Mr Webster distributed a list of members to be considered for appointment
to the Criminal Justice Advisory Board and will be presented at the next meeting
Mr Culligan nominated the names of George R Pfann, Jr and John Richard
Weisz to serve as members of the Mental Health Board Upon hearing no further
nominations, the chairman declared the above-named persons members of the
Mental Health Board The question of whether it would be proper for Mr Pfann
to serve as he is Assistant County Attorney, will be looked into by the County
Attorney.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 11 p m
November 10, 1975 133
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1975
' The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 13 Representatives Excused Representatives Morse and Robey — 2
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Mr Miller opened the public hearing on Agricultural District No 5 — Town
of 'Danby and the Clerk read the Notice of Public Hearing Mr Liguori reviewed
the Agricultural District proposal Upon hearing no objections, Mr Miller closed
the public hearing
The minutes of the October 27th meeting were approved
Memorandum from Frank Liguori re Gene Arnold filing with Southern Tier
East Regional Planning & Development Board a project application for hospital
construction funding, Planning Views for September -October 1975 from STE
Regional Planning & Development Board, resolution of Herkimer County re the
rising cost of Social Welfare, letter from Area Congregations Together, Inc,
stating that the Board of Directors voted unanimously to endorse recommenda-
tions of the Hospital Committee of the Tompkins County Comprehensive Health
Planning Council on Hospital governance; three resolutions of Sullivan County
requesting federal and state governments enact welfare system legislation to
alleviate financial and administrative plight of local government, to extend un-
employment insurance benefits until current severe economic situation eases,
and welfare reform listing of sixteen recommendations, letter from Leonard Mis-
call, Treasurer of Tompkins County Economic Opportunity Corporation, requesting
restoration of previous direct line of communication with Board of Representatives
rather than to go through Coalition of Human Services, resolution of Ontario
County protesting a federal penalty against the State of New York in administra-
tion of public assistance Department of Audit and Control request for a resolu-
tion of Board apportioning certificate of Comptroller re elimination of certain
highway -railroad crossing at grade of Lehigh Valley Railroad Company, execution
of agreement for thinning of trees in Newfield between the County of Tompkins
and Eugene H Roe of Newfield, copies of letters of President Hushang Bahar of
TC3 to State Education Department and Elmira College protesting alleged course
offerings of Elmira College in Ithaca, copy of a proposal by Commissioner of
Health Kathleen Gaffney to review Tioga County Physically Handicapped Children
cases, Copy of letter and report of inspection of Tompkins County Home, notice of
claim No 11 of Mrs Betty 0 Muka against County of Tompkins for treble damages
of $3,000,000, notice of claim No 12 of Mrs Betty 0 Muka against County of
Tompkins for treble damages of $9,000,000
Mr Dates, Chairman of Budget and Administration Committee, mentioned
the informational meeting for the public will be held November 13th and the
public hearing on the budget will be held November 24th
Mr Culligan, Chairman of Health Committee, said he would like to waive the
rules to allow consideration of an appointment to the Mental Health Board He said
there will be a resolution later in the meeting to increase the membership on the
Mental Health Board from nine members to twelve
Mr Webster, Chairman of Intergovernmental Relations Committee, requested
the waiving of rules to allow consideration of appointments to the Intergovern-
mental Cooperation Committee at this meeting
Mr Holden, Chairman of Personnel Committee, said he received a report on
the study relating to different positions in the county and it will be on file with
the Clerk of the Board
Mr MacNeil, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, met October
301h and their next meeting will be November 17th at noon He reported on the
progress of the renovation of the Old Court House There is a map of Tompkins
County with major state highways within the County given a priority rating He
asked the Chairman to sign with the recommendation of the Committee Regard-
ing the airport, there is a possibility there might be an airport day next year He
spoke relative to the proposed plans for new memorial for DeWitt Park The com-
mittee reviewed and passed it to the Budget & Administration Committee for their
approval They are still working to negotiate renewal of the lease with Chartair
134 November 10, 1975
Mr Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Correction Committee, said they
completed their budget assignments and reviewed the Criminal Justice Commit-
tee requested by Mr Webster
Mr Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said he attended a lengthy
meeting with the Mental Health people concerning the Public Intoxication Law
which will go into effect They are hoping to work together and put into effect
as soon as possible a sobering -up station in Tompkins County
Mrs Livesay said she will be proposing appointments under the Office for
the Aging The Ad hoc Youth Committee meeting will be held November 18th
Mr Stevenson, Chairman, Hospital Construction Committee, said the contract
with John Cowper will be ready at the next board meeting
Mr Watros, Chairman of Hospital Governance Committee, reviewed a few
highlights of their report and noted some corrections They recommend a volun-
tary nonprofit hospital Chairman Kerr scheduled a committee -of -the -whole meet-
ing for November 17 at which time they will carefully review and discuss the
report At the close of that meeting, he will refer the matter to the Health Com-
mittee for recommendation at the earliest time, hopefully by the next board
meeting
RECOMMENDATION
After a thorough and exhaustive study of alternative forms of hospital gov-
ernance, the Ad Hoc Committee on Hospital Governance recommends to both the
Health Committee and the members of the Tompkins County Board of Representa-
tives the following course of action The Committee makes the following recom-
mendations based on preliminary legal investigation and research, subsequent
action will be contingent upon acceptance and approval by the appropriate public
agencies and conformity with existing legal statutes and regulations
• That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives endorse the establishment
of a voluntary non-profit hospital as the most appropriate means of providing
medical care to the residents of Tompkins County
The following process is offered as the most logical and feasible approach
to implementing the above stated recommendation
• The current Board of Managers should be dissolved effective 12/31/75 (Cur-
rent members of the Board of Managers will be eligible for membership on the
new Board )
• A new Board of Managers, with membership expanded to fifteen (15) residents
of Tompkins County, should be appointed by the Board of Representatives This
Board would asssume its duties as of January 1, 1976
• The newly created Board of Managers should be accorded greater autonomy and
flexibility in carrying out their responsibilities and should be encouraged to
do so Therefore, all functions relative to the administration of Tompkins
County Hospital should be vested in the new Board of Managers, with the ex-
ception of final budget and capital construction cost approval Civil Service
and retirement systems would remain in effect in this interim period
• The new Board of Managers should be charged with the responsibility of draft-
ing a charter for the establishment of a voluntary, non-profit corporation during
the year 1976, which would become effective January is 1977
• The new powers of the non-profit corporation should be reflected in the charter
and by-laws The charter should also provide for publicly elected trustees on
an annual rotating basis for a five-year (5) period, thus allowing for three (3)
vacancies annually
• Tompkins County shall retain ownership of hospital facilities and establish
a lease arrangement with the private, non-profit corporation The new corpora-
tion should have the total responsibility for the operation and management of
the hospital facilities
• Tompkins County shall retain ownership of hospital facilities and establish a
lease arrangement with the private, non-profit corporation for management
purposes The new corporation should have the total responsibility for the
administration of hospital facilities in the County
• The non-profit corporation should be actively involved with the Tompkins
County Construction Committee in developing a new hospital complex
November 10, 1975 135
• That appropriate resolutions be introduced by the Tompkins County Health
Committee to incorporate the above recommendations
• That the Board of Representatives pass appropriate enabling resolutions that
contain the provisions as well as the intent of the above recommendations (re-
fer to Section 4, Resolutions)
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, said most of his time has been spent on
budgets
Mr Robert Williamson, County Attorney, said two more claims have been
received from Betty Muka A favorable decision was received from Judge Bryant
in the Muka versus former District Attorney Sullivan, Judge Johnson, Sheriff's
Office
It was Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Kidney and adopted that a
resolution to purchase coal for the County Home, be added to the agenda
RESOLUTION NO. 213—INCREASING NUMBER OF MEMBERS — MENTAL
HEALTH BOARD
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Clynes Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Health Committee, That the com-
position of the Mental Health Board be increased from nine to twelve, effective
January 1, 1976, pursuant to Section 11 11 of the Mental Hygiene Law.
RESOLUTION NO. 214—AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED FURTHER WITH CON-
TRACT — LEVATICH-MILLER-HOFFMAN PC AND
FRED H. THOMAS ASSOCIATES PC
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, by Resolution No 25 dated January 28, 1975, this board did
authorize the architects to proceed through the design development phase of the
contract approved by this board March 11, 1974, by Resolution No 68, and
WHEREAS, by the contract the design development phase is specified as 35
percent of the total work, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee, That
the architect be and they hereby are authorized to proceed to 40 percent of the
total work, the additional 5 percent being part of the construction document
phase and to be for preliminary site work drawings and foundation and structural
drawings.
RESOLUTION NO. 215—TRANSFER OF FUNDS — SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services and Budget and
Administration Committees, That the following transfers be and they hereby are
approved
From A-6140—Home Relief
To A-6103—Aid to Aged, Blind & Disabled $10,804
A-6119—Child Care 29,000
A -6123 --Juvenile Delinquent Care 23,460
A-6070—Purchase of Services 4,340 $67,604.
From A-6142—Emergency Aid to Adults
To A-6103—Aid to Aged, Blind and Disabled 5,196
A-6109—Aid to Dependent Children 3,652 $ 8,848.
From A-6129—State Training School
To A-6101—Medical Assistance $38,471.
'From A-6148—Burials
To. A-6101—Medical Assistance $ 92.
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books
136 November 10, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 216—APPROPRIATION FROM GENERAL FUND BALANCE
— SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mrs Livesay Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — Representatives Morse and Robey — 2 Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services and Budget and
Administration Committees, That the sum of $886,785 be appropriated from the
General Fund Balance to
A-6101—Medical Assistance — $548,437
A-6109—Aid to Dependent Children $338,348
$886,785
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 217—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT — PUBLIC HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Holden Ayes — 12 Noes — 0
Excused — Representatives Morse, Robey, Miller, — 3 Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
tion Committees, That the following budget adjustments be made Increase
Revenue Account — 1610 — Home Nursing Charges and Increase Appropriation
Account A-4012 Home Care (Medicaid, Medicare) $20,000 00,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said adjustments on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 218—APPROPRIATION FROM GENERAL FUND BALANCE
— PERSONNEL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Kidney Ayes — 12 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — Representatives Morse, Robey, Miller — 3 Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Ad-
ministration Committees, That the sum of $9,700 be appropriated from the General
Fund Balance to Personnel Administration — Contractual & Other Expenses
A-1430 400,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 219—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — OLD COURT
HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Ayes — Representatives Ben-
son, Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden, Livesay, MacNeil, Miller, Watros, Webster,
Kerr — 11 Noes — Representatives Culhgan, Kidney — 2 Excused — Represen-
tatives Morse, Robey — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, the hst of claims audited by the Planning and Public Works
Committee in the amount of $97,608 53 to be paid from the County Building
Capital Construction Account are
Kimble Plumbing and Heating, Inc •
Heating - Air Conditioning #4 $29,160 00
Plumbing #5 4,335 00
Norton Electric Co , Inc #3 12,600 00
Stewart and Bennett, Inc #5 48,933 00
William Downing Associates
Architects 1,329 99
Tompkins County Road Fund 1,250 54
Total Construction Costs $97,608 53
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor.
Mr Dates laid the equalization rates on the table and there will be a resolu-
tion at the November 24th meeting He also laid on the table the Footings of
Assessment Roll
It was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden, and adopted, That the
Special Franchise Report be approved
Towns
and
Villages
CAROLINE
DANBY
DRYDEN
DRYDEN VILLAGE
FREEVILLE VILLAGE
ENFIELD
GROTON
GROTON VILLAGE
ITHACA
CAYUGA HGTS VILLAGE
ITHACA CITY
LANSING
NEWFIELD
ULYSSES
TRUMANSBURG VILLAGE
TOTAL
SPECIAL FRANCHISES FOR TOMPKINS COUNTY FOR 1975
$ 197,006
84,128
355,772
165,898
54,051
65,861
126,513
141,653
793,521
571,811
3,244,320
295,006
189,789
176,034
228,005
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$ 1,996
62,296
91,725
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55,073
108,225
82,588
477,145
282,707
1,432,705
270,595
125,838
47,485
838
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$ 34,745
8,562
58,000
0
0
13,254
5,768
0
60,079
30,509
136,885
73,299
29,580
4,722
0
$6,689,368 $3,039,255
$455,403
$144,554
200
202,115
73,331
15,767
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
$435,967
5
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o i.
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0
$ 0
0
0
0
0
3,878
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
73,760
44,882
$122,520
$ 0
0
15,907
11,551
3,510
0
0
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0
0
0
0
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0
0
0
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$4,800
424
0
0
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$
0
0
0
0
347
0
0
0
0
0
0
267
0
0
$
0
0
0
0
0
0
13,759
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
$
1,241
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
528
0
0
$30,968 $5,224 $614 $13,759 $1,769
138 November 10, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 220—SPECIAL GRADE CROSSING LEVY — LEHIGH
VALLEY RAILROAD CROSSING
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Ayes —13 Noes — 0 Excused
— Representatives Morse and Robey — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, the State of New York is entitled to certain monies in the amount
of $4,545 54 from the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company pursuant to the Laws
of the State of New York for the elimination of grade crossings in the Towns
of Newfield and Ithaca and City of Ithaca, said monies bemg for labor and
material rendered by the state in connection with said project, and
WHEREAS, said cases are designated as Public Service Case Nos 4697,
7689, 5356, 6645, and 5357 (Towns of Newfield and Ithaca and City of Ithaca), and
WHEREAS, said sum is outstanding and unpaid as certified by the State
Comptroller of the State of New York, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the law, the unpaid amount is to be apportioned
according to procedures outlined by the Department of Audit and Control and
apportioned against the individual assessments of the said company in each tax
district of the county where real property of the railroad is located, and
WHEREAS, the Department of Audit and Control requires that the County
Administrator set up an account on his books to show the several amounts due
the state, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget Committee and the Director
of Assessment, That the sum of $4,545 54 due the State of New York by the
Lehigh Valley Railroad Company arising out of the elimination of railroad
crossings in the Town of Newfield and Ithaca and City of Ithaca as fisted below
be apportioned against the real property owned by the railroad within the County
of Tompkins, a summary of which is set forth below, the particularization being
on file with the Clerk of the Board and Director of Assessments
PSC 4697 Town of Newfield
PSC 7689 City of Ithaca
PSC 5356 Town of Ithaca
PSC 6645 Town of Ithaca
PSC 5357 Town of Newfield
$ 153 87
1,059 73
2,693 51
429 68
208 75
$4,545 54
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized
and directed to set up an account on the books of the County as follows to show
the amount due the State of New York Liability Account A634 Due to State of
New York — Grade Crossing Elimination Charges,
RESOLVED, further, That the amounts due the state will be paid only if and
when collected, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Assessments be and hereby
is authorized and directed to add the said amounts to the several tax rolls and
tax warrants of the Tax Districts as shown in the above summary
RESOLUTION NO. 221—INCREASING NUMBER OF TRUSTEES — TOMPKINS
COUNTY LIBRARY
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Haight Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee and the Board of Trustees at the Tompkins County Library, the number
of Trustees at the library be increased from nine to eleven members on the
Board of Trustees pursuant to Section 260 of the Education Law effective January
1, 1976
RESOLUTION NO. 222—ADOPTION OF A PLAN FOR FORMATION OF AGRI-
CULTURAL DISTRICT NO. 5, TOWN OF DANBY
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
WHEREAS, a petition has been duly executed, filed, and received for the
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November 10, 1975 139
formation of an Agricultural District located in the vicinity of the hamlet of Danby
in the Town of Danby, herein after referred to as Agricultural District No 5, and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before this Board in accordance with
the provisions of Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law, State of New
York, on November 10, 1975, and
WHEREAS, at this public hearing all interested parties were given an oppor-
tunity to be heard in relation to the proposed district, and
WHEREAS, the evidence and statements presented at the hearing clearly
indicated a favorable response for the formation of the proposed Agricultural
District No 5, and
WHEREAS, the Agricultural Districting Advisory Committee and the Com-
missioner of Planning have recommended that the plan of the proposed Agricul-
tural District No 5 be accepted, and
WHEREAS, the best interests of the County of Tompkins will be served by
preserving the viable agricultural lands within the proposed district, now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, That the district map dated June 1975 and revised October 1975,
as modified, is hereby adopted,
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies of this resolution and other docu-
ments as required by Article 25AA of the Agricultural and Markets Law be for-
warded by the Commissioner of Planning of the New York State Agricultural Re-
sources Commission and the Commissioner of the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation
It was decided to leave the previous resolution "relevant to the Revision
of Social Services" on the table and a new resolution be presented
RESOLUTION NO 223—RESOLUTION RELEVANT TO THE REVISION OF
SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Haight A lengthy discussion followed
and resolution was adopted
WHREAS, Tompkins County has far exceeded its budget for social services
programs for 1975, with no relief in sight for 1976, because of increased costs
over which local government has no control, and
WHEREAS, these uncontrollable costs result in part from a maze of regula-
tions and poorly coordinated programs which do not achieve their desired objec-
tives efficiently or effectively, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That federal and state governments assign a high priority to the
compelling and urgent need to establish a responsive, simplified and economical
welfare system and that action be taken to alleviate the critical financial and
administrative plight of local government,
RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Senator
Jacob K Javits, Congressman Matthew McHugh, Congressman William F Walsh,
Senator William T Smith, Assemblyman Gary A Lee
RESOLUTION NO. 224—AWARD OF BID — PURCHASE OF COAL FOR
COUNTY HOME
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Culligan Adopted
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has duly advertised for bids for coal
use in the Tompkins County Home, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee and Budget
and Administration Committee, That the bid of Bowers' Fuel Co , Inc of Trumans-
burg, New York, for the sale of 200 tons (more or less) of No 2 Buckwheat (Rice)
coal at $56 20 per ton for use at the County Home during the 1975-1976 heating
season be and the same hereby is awarded according to the bid and specifications
thereof, it being understood that approximately 75 tons (50 tons into the bin and at
least 25 tons for stock pile) are to be delivered during the month of November
140 November 10, 1975
1975 and the rest to be delivered as requested by the Superintendent of the County
Home, and
RESOLVED, further, That the coal purchased for the County Home shall be
billed to and paid for by the Commissioner of Social Services
Mr Culligan placed the name of Edith Frey Read in nomination for appoint-
ment to the Mental Health Board to fill the unexpired term of G W Degner who
resigned The term expires December 31, 1976 Upon hearing no further nomina-
tions, the Chairman declared Edith Frey Read a member of the Mental Health
Board
Mr Webster placed in nomination the following names for appointment to
the Criminal Justice Advisory Board Robert Howard, Joseph Joch, Donald Wil-
son, Donald Tompkins, Anthony Schultz, Fred Spry, Helen Morse, Donald How-
land, Mrs Martha Tolles, Elmer Blomgren, John Grady, L R Webster, Lucille
Poley, Roger Sovocool, James Johnston Upon hearing no further nominations, the
Chairman declared the above-named persons members of the Criminal Justice
Advisory Board
Mr Webster placed in nomination the following names for appointment to
the Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee Raymond VanHoutte, W David
Curtiss, Keith McNeil, John Marcham, Robert Linton, Hicks Dow, Stuart Stein,
Ed Lutz, Barbara Holcomb, Garth Jackson, Donald Slattery, Dick Webster, Ned
Flash, Bryant Robey Upon hearing no further nominations, the Chairman declared
the above-named persons members of the Intergovernmental Cooperation Com-
mittee
Mrs Livesay laid the following names on the table for consideration of ap-
pointment to the Office for the Aging Committee There are four vacancies Lucille
LeBoffe, Mrs Mildred Georgia, Mrs Blanche Drake, Mark Zwerger, Philip Freytag,
Mrs Vivian Morgan, Louise deLaurentis
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11 35 a m
November 24, 1975 141
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 24, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 15 Representatives
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The Chairman declared a public hearing on the Area Plan for the Office for
the Aging and the Clerk read the notice of hearing as published in the official
newspapers
Ms Susan Clarke, Director of the Office for the Aging, explained the plan
and its objectives
Chairman Kerr recognized Mr Dan Carey, an honorable citizen who has
participated in many of the county's activities, who spoke in favor of the plan
Elizabeth Randall, Ruth Pettengill, Philip Johnson, Rev Ralph Williamson,
Frank Baldwin, Paul Gibbons, Malcolm Freeborn, R G Fowler, all spoke in favor
of the plan
Mr MacNeil said he has been involved from the beginning and sincerely
thanked everyone involved for the work done
The Chairman closed the public hearing at 10 45 a m
The Chairman reconvened the regular meeting
The minutes of the November 10th meeting were approved
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Copy of a letter from Commissioner of Mental Health Services, Robert Ham-
lisch to Chairman of Hospital Construction Committee Howard Stevenson re plan-
ning of proposed psychiatric in-patient service of new hospital, letter from State
Commissioner of Correction urging every effort be made to avoid reducing the
resources available for correctional facility operation, copy of AAU News on
recent Junior Olympics held in Ithaca in August, copy of Caroline Town Budget
for 1976, resolution of Schuyler County re welfare reform, resolution of Schuyler
County authorizing agreement with Tompkins County Department of Health in
respect of the physically handicapped children's program, State Commission of
Corrections letter re county funding for Phase I of Basic Training Program; New-
field Town Budget for 1976, Activity report of Tompkins County Airport for
October 1975, letter from Assemblyman Lee acknowledging receipt of Res No
223 and asking if our resolution endorses the recommendations of the Temporary
Commission of Welfare Reform chaired by Senator W T Smith, letter from E
Dean Grout of Medenco, Inc re management or lease of the Tompkins County
Hospital Statement of the Board of County Canvassers for 1975, Dryden Town
Budget for 1976, Resolution from Franklin County relating to welfare reform;
executed copy of agreement between Special Children's Center and County of
Tompkins for dental health services, letter and proposal for central region for
off-track betting from Onondaga County Legislature, Temporary State Commis-
sion to Revise the Social Services Law of the State of New York sent proposals
for welfare legislation, copy of a memo from Southern Tier East Regional Plan-
ning & Development Board re community development block grant program
metropohtan and non -metropolitan discretionary funds, copy of a letter from Mr
Jess J Present, Chairman of Senate Committee on Local Government, to Mr
Dates thanking him for recent testimony at joint hearings on Industrial Develop-
ment Agency legislation and he will send copy of a comprehensive report late
In January
Under privilege of the floor, Alvin Knepper spoke objecting to the cut in the
Challenge Industries Budget and requested another look be taken at priorities
Mr Webster reserved the right for the District Attorney to speak when the
resolution is presented later in the meeting
Mrs Livesay said she has asked that the Planning and Public Works Depart-
ment submit to this board the list of highways where mayor improvements are to
be made next year She said the County Attorney has given an opinion that it
is required She asked that the list be submitted
Representative Robey spoke about Tompkins County consumers There is a
meeting December 4th to discuss consumer protection and to receive public ideas
142 November 24, 1975
Mr Dates, Budget and Administration Committee Chairman, said the pubhc
hearing on the 1976 Budget will be held tonight at 7 30 p m Mr Murphy will
have a list of new changes
Mr Culligan, Health Committee Chairman, said they met Tuesday and hstened
to people who represent departments in the county and others regarding their
budgets The Drug Coordinator told them if he can't get $15,000 in their budget,
the department will go out of business Dr Gaffney, Commissioner of Health, feels
her department in the services of Medicaid, would rather have them served from
Tompkins County rather than out of the Syracuse Office She needs a 90day
termination factor Dr Hamlisch, Mental Health Services, gave review of his job
Meadow House and Challenge Industries also spoke to the committee Perkins
Funeral Service indicated the county should be responsible when coroner orders
the removal of a body to hospital for autopsy purposes At present individual
families are billed The committee did not act on it and will consider it in the
future The committee approved a contract with Schuyler County for physically
handicapped program They accepted Mr Hughes' report on the biochemist and
utilization review coordinator They did not accept the pharmacy position. They
also heard from the Alcoholism Council who are recommending to our board
to present and back their plan for a sobering -up station The committee sent it
on to the Budget and Administration Committee
Mr Webster, Intergovernmental Relations Committee Chairman, noted at the
December 8th meeting they will present a report on the Ad hoc Youth and Recrea-
tion Committee
Mr Watros reported on the revised TC3 Budget It was adopted by the TC3
Board of Trustees and will be presented in detail to the full board for approval
Mr MacNeil, Planning and Public Works Committee Chairman, said their next
meeting will be held December 1 Relative to Mrs Livesay's request for a listing
of major improvements to highways, the committee unanimously had voted to
disregard that request but will reconsider it again on December 1 He made cor-
rections in the minutes of the committee meeting
Mr Haight, Public Safety and Corrections Committee Chairman, said they
met many times and will have action later in the meeting
Mr Miller, Social Services Committee Chairman, said they met on November
10th and spent much time discussing Social Services request for new workers
positions A resolution will be presented later in the meeting They discussed
the Veterans' Office
Mr Holden, Personnel Committee Chairman, said they met and went over
Mr Hughes' report and accepted it The Utilization Review Coordinator will be on
the agenda in two weeks The Assistant District Attorney salary under CETA was
sent in incorrectly $10 000 is the minimum salary and the committee was unani-
mous in the county not making up the difference
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee Chairman, reported the
architects are finishing up design development and will present it to the board
early in December They would like to bid structural steel and foundation in
February and rest of building in March
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, spoke relative to the budget He reported
the items that have been considered since the public information hearing and
approved by the Budget and Administration Committee for incluson He also
spoke about the sales tax credits and tax rate
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, reported a favorable decision from Mr
Markowitz involving a dispute with employee over vacation time At Watkins
Glen they cited the County for contempt of court in the welfare caseworkers case,
child abuse case, and he issued a memorandum He is hopeful for a decision soon
Another motion with Mrs Muka was received She had three more cross motions
and appeals The Judge set a date of December 11 in Special Term because she has
an amended complaint with other charges
Mr Kerr attended numerous meetings with the Budget and Administration
Committee There is a movement within county employees to establish their own
credit union operation
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller, adopted, That a resolu-
tion re assistant district attorney, be added to the agenda
November 24, 1975 143
RESOLUTION NO. 225—AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION NO. 184 — CREATION
OF POSITIONS — COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT
AND TRAINING ACT (CETA) TITLE VI
It was Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr MacNeil A lengthy discussion
followed District Attorney Joch spoke about the situation A roll call vote re-
sulted as follows Ayes — Representatives Morse, Holden, Kidney, MacNeil — 4
Noes — Representatives Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Livesay, Miller,
Robey, Watros, Webster, Kerr — 11 Resolution LOST
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That Resolution
No 184 adopted by this Board on September 8, 1975, be and hereby is amended
as follows
Delete District Attorney — 1 Assistant District Attorney (16-02), labor grade
XVI, exempt class
RESOLVED, further, That said resolution be amended to create in the Office
of the District Attorney 1 District Attorney Associate, labor grade XIII at the
biweekly salary of $383 14
RESOLUTION NO. 226—AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION NO. 184 DATED
SEPTEMBER 8, 1975
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller, Ayes — Benson, Morse,
Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Watros, Webster, Kerr
— 12 Noes — Holden, Kidney, MacNeil — 3 Adopted
WHEREAS, the Board of Representatives created a temporary position of
Assistant District Attorney (16-02), labor grade XVI, exempt class under the CETA
Program, and extended through June 30, 1976, and
WHEREAS, CETA salaries may not exceed $10,000 00 annually, the Board
appropriates $604 51 to pay the difference between allowable CETA salary and
the salary for Assistant District Attorney in Tompkins County, now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, That the sum of $604 5L be and it hereby is appropriated from
the Contingent Fund (A-1990) to District Attorney (A-1165 100) to cover the
period from Otcober 10, 1975 through December 31, 1975,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfer on his books
It was Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Dates, that the Equalization
Rates be lifted from the Table Motion adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 227—ESTABLISHING COUNTY EQUALIZATION RATES
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Culligan, adopted with Mr Miller
casting a dissenting vote
WHEREAS, the State Board of Equalization and Assessment has established
Advisory Equalization Rates for 1975 Assessment Rolls based on State Equaliza-
tion Rates established for rolls completed in 1974 adjusted for changes in level
of assessment to 1975 Assessment Roll, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That pursuant to Section 804 of the Real Property Tax Law, the
ratio or percentage which the assessed value of the property in each district
bears to its full value is hereby established as follows
Towns of Caroline — 56 06
Danby — 5164
Dryden — 49 71
Enfield — 5418
Groton — 62 38
Ithaca — 57 74
Lansing — 56 37
Newfield — 63 75
Ulysses — 53 36
City of Ithaca — 6216
144 November 24, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 228—ENDORSING ALCOHOLISM COUNCIL REQUEST FOR
SOBERING -UP STATION
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
WHEREAS, the New York State Assembly and the New York State Senate
have passed amendments to the Mental Hygiene Law, the Penal Law, the Public
Hearings Law, and the Second Class Cities Law relating to public intoxication and
WHEREAS, of January 1, 1976 it is mandated that each county and or munici-
pality be ready to operate and recognize a Detoxification and Sobering -up Station,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Tompkins County Health Com-
mittee, That the Plan of the Alcoholism Steering Committee be accepted for this
county
RESOLUTION NO. 229—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT —
SCHUYLER COUNTY (PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED
CHILDREN)
Moved by Mr Culhgan, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Health Committee and the request
of the Schuyler County Legislature, That the Chairman of the Board is authorized
and directed to execute a contract on behalf of Tompkins County with the County
of Schuyler authorizing Tompkins County Medical Director, Dr Kathleen Gaffney,
to provide medical review of eligibility and to coordinate medical aspects of
physically handicapped children case referrals on behalf of Schuyler County on
a fee basis of $5 00 for each case handled
RESOLUTION NO 230—HEALTH COMMITTEE APPROVAL IN CONCEPT OF
REPORT OF AD HOC HOSPITAL GOVERNANCE COM-
MITTEE
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Holden Discussion followed It was
moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mr Watros, That the resolution be amended
to include "The newly created Board of Managers should be accorded greater
autonomy and flexibility in carrying out their responsibilities and should be
encouraged to do so Therefore, all functions relative to the administration
of Tompkins County Hospital should be vested in the new Board of Managers, with
the exception of final budget and capital construction cost approval Civil Service
and retirement system would remain in effect in this interim period " After
further discussion, the amendment was withdrawn. A roll call on the resolution
resulted Ayes — Representatives Benson (think as we are voting on that recom-
mendation that Hospital Governance Committee made — somewhat eroded),
Morse, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil, Miller,
Robey, Watros, Webster, Kerr — 15 Noes — 0 Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, the Report of the Ad Hoc Hospital Governance Committee indi-
cates that the hospital in Tompkins County become a voluntary non-profit hospital
and that the Board of Governing Managers will consist of the fifteen members, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Health Committee that the
Report of the Ad Hoc Hospital Governance Committee be accepted in concept by
the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County, and be it
RESOLVED, further, That the present Board of Managers will cease to exist
upon the appointment of the new fifteen members in 1976, and be it
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to John Murphy,
Eugene Arnold and all members of the present Board of Managers
RESOLUTION NO. 231—ADOPTION OF REGULAR AND SUPPLEMENTAL RE-
PORTS ON FOOTINGS OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Robey, adopted
RESOLVED, That the regular and supplemental report of the Budget Com-
mittee on the footing of the assessment rolls be accepted and the figures therein
be used as a basis for the taxation in the several tax districts of the county for
the year 1975
November 24, 1975 145
RESOLUTION NO. 232—AUTHORIZATION FOR CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
TO REQUEST DOG QUARANTINE
Moved by Mrs Benson, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
WHEREAS, the deer population in the County of Tompkins may suffer severe
depredation due to dogs pursuing and killing deer, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives of Tompkins
County be and hereby is empowered, when he deems it necessary, to request the
Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets with the concurrence of the Commis-
sioner of Environmental Conservation to issue an order that all dogs in the County
of Tompkins be securely confined, such confinement is to take effect 24 hours
after notice is given in the manner prescribed by the Commissioner of Agriculture
and Markets
RESOLUTION NO. 233—CREATION OF POSITION — COMPREHENSIVE EM-
PLOYMENT AND TRAINING ACT (CETA), TITLE VI —
CORTLAND COUNTY — TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COM-
MUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mrs Benson, adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing CETA position be created at the Tompkins -Cortland Community College
under Section 64 of the Civil Service Law, temporary appointments, effective im-
mediately for a period not to exceed June 30, 1976,
RESOLVED, further, that such position will be funded with Cortland County
CETA funds
1 Groundskeeper, labor class, labor grade C
RESOLUTION NO. 234—CREATION OF POSITIONS — SOCIAL WELFARE
EXAMINERS — SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mrs Livesay Discussion followed and
because the positions were only advertised in one official newepaper, it was Moved
by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mr Miller, That the rules of the Board regarding
advertising be waived to allow this resolution to be presented A roll call on the
motion resulted as follows Ayes — Representatives Livesay, Miller, Webster — 3.
Noes — Benson, Morse, Clynes, Culhgan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, MacNeil,
Robey, Watros, Kerr — 12 Motion to Waive Rules LOST The resolution could
not be presented.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That 4
new positrons of Social Welfare Examiner, labor grade VIII (08-16), competitive
class, be created, effective immediately, such positions having been advertised in
the Ithaca Journal,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $2,689 00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (A-1990) to Social Services Administration — Personal Services
(A-6010 100),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 235—SPONSORSHIP OF THE FEDERAL NUTRITION FOR
THE ELDERLY PROGRAM
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Webster Discussion followed and
resolution was adopted with Mr Morse casting a dissenting vote
WHEREAS, the Federal Nutrition for the Elderly Program in Tompkins
County is one of the important services to older citizens, and
WHEREAS, its present sponsor, the Cooperative Extension Association of
Tompkins County, provided such sponsorship only until another organizational
sponsor could be found, and
WHEREAS, the Salvation Army Corps in Tompkins County is willing to be-
come the sponsor of the Federal Nutrition for the Elderly Program in Tompkins
County, and
WHEREAS, the Advisory Council to the Elderly Nutrition Program and the
Advisory Committee to the Tompkins County office for the Aging have both
146 November 24, 1975
unanimously recommended that the Salvation Army become the sponsor for the
nutrition program in 1976, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That
the Salvation Army become the sponsor of the Federal Nutrition for the Elderly
Program in Tompkins County,
RESOLVED, further, That the Salvation Army submit an application for
funding to the New York State Office for the Aging for the operation of the
nutrition program in Tompkins County in 1976 with the assurance that the 10%
local share of the nutrition program budget, not to exceed $10,000, shall be fur-
nished by the Board of Representatives after the nutrition program budget for
Tompkins County for 1976 becomes available and after a public hearing on said
budget
RESOLUTION NO. 236—CHANGE ORDERS—OLD COURT HOUSE CONTRACTS
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee and the Architect
have recommended certain change orders in the reconstruction of the Old Court
House, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Pubhc Works Commit-
tee and the Architect, That change orders for reconstruction of the Old Court
House be approved as follows
Stewart and Bennett, Inc — General Construction—
Change in application procedure for exterior stucco and side walls of
Court Room — Contract Change Order Decrease — $3,000
Delete Glass Partition on balcony of Court Room — Contract Change
Order Decrease — $1,772
Provide 4 new pine entrance doors — Contract Change Order Increase
— $1,265
RESOLUTION NO. 237—APPORTIONMENT OF ELECTION EXPENSES
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
RESOLVED, That the report of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee
relative to the report of the Commissioners of Elections pertaining to the election
expenses for the year 1975 be accepted and that the amount therein mentioned
be levied upon and collected from the taxable property of Tompkins County and
the several towns and city therein
RESOLUTION NO. 238—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE YOUTH SERVICE
PROJECT APPLICATION
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mrs Benson It was Moved by Mrs Live -
say, seconded by Mr Miller, That it be tabled until tonight's meeting After dis-
cussion, the motion to table was withdrawn. The resolution was adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute for the year 1976, a Youth Service Project
Application to the State of New York, for State Aid in the amount of $13,212 for
the fiscal year ending December 31S 1976, for the following program
Sheriff — Juvenile Aid Bureau $ 5,217
4-H — Hancock Street and West Village 2,560
Mainhne 5,435
Total $13,212
RESOLUTION NO. 239—TRANSFER OF FUNDS — PUBLIC HEALTH
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
November 24, 1975 147
tion Committees, That the following transfers be made and they hereby are ap-
proved
From A4070 400—T B Care $ 4,000
A4042 400—Rabies 1,000
A4010 110—Fees & Other Services 1,000
To A4046 400—Physically Handicapped
Children $ 6,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 240—ADOPTION OF 1976 AREA PLAN AS AMENDED —
OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Webster It was Moved by Mr Dates,
seconded by Mr Culligan, That this resolution be tabled Motion to Table adopted.
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after notice required by law to
consider the 1976 Area Plan, as amended — Office for the Aging, and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on the 24th day of November, 1975,
at 10 00 a m discussion was had and no one appeared in opposition to said pro-
posed Area Plan, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That said
1976 Area Plan, as amended — Office for the Aging be and the same hereby is
adopted, copy of said Area Plan on file with the Clerk of the Board
RESOLUTION NO. 241—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Ayes — 15 Noes — 0 Adopted
RESOLVED, That a list of claims against the County of Tompkins chargeable
to
General Fund $ 75,602 01
Encumbrance 16 33
County Self Insurance 0
Dog Fund 2,074 00
Printing Transfers 880 71
Airport 4,105 93
Highway 110,700 79
Total $193,379 77
be and hereby are audited by this board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and
RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
Mr MacNeil said he would like to have a public hearing for paid parking at
the airport on December 8th It was also pointed out that a meeting will be held
to hear a report on the Tri -County Solid Waste Study
Mr MacNeil laid the name of Donald Ryan on the table for consideration of
appointment to the Environmental Management Council
Mr Murphy announced the appointment of John Joubert as Tompkins County
Airport Manager
On motion, meeting adjourned until 7 30 p m this evening
148 November 24, 1975
PUBLIC HEARING
1976 BUDGET
NOVEMBER 24, 1975
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 7 30 p m
Mr John Murphy, County Administrator, explained the $31,369,555 budget
and answered many questions It was pointed out there are no new positions
and no new programs included in the 1976 budget
Many people spoke in favor of the Learning Web which was not included in
the budget
Mr Spero and Dr. Hamlisch from the Mental Health Department spoke re-
garding the Mental Health Budget
The Executive Director of Challenge Industries spoke regarding that budget.
Mrs Ruth Pettengill read a statement regarding the Human Services Coalition.
The public hearing was adjourned at 9 10 p m
ADJOURNED MEETING
NOVEMBER 24, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9 17 p m
Mr Kerr read the following budget message
"Two items deternune the total amount and the contents of an honest and
fair budget of government First is the needs and wants of the people so governed
and second is the ability of those people to pay for those goods and services as
provided by their government
It is the duty of governmental bodies m general and this County Board of
Representatives in particular, to determine what are the vital, the critical, the
real needs of our county's people and to provide, insofar as possible, for the ful-
fillment of these needs
It is also the duty of this county board to listen attentively to the wants of
the people These wants are being continually and capably expressed by citizens
of our community to this board in terms of their definition of a "need" for their
organization, group or clientele These individuals, organizations or groups are
rarely, if ever, concerned as to the source of the requested money so long as it
is provided — hopefully by somebody else
Again, it is the duty of this county board to determine the needs and wants
of the community, to sort out and reject those which do not contribute to the
survival or the improvement of the community and to set priorities and limits
with all acceptable needs and wants commensurate with the taxpayers' ability to
pay for this subdivision of government
The year 1975 in Tompkins County has seen unemployment rise to an alarm-
ing percentage of our total work force Increasing costs in the marketplace have
placed additional burdens on everybody's available dollars These two factors
in our area should clearly point the direction for budget making for the coming
year of 1976 Principles to consider are Carefully examine and determine the
needs of the community, estabhsh priorities and fund those which contribute
directly to the survival and improvement of the community and its people, be
prepared to eliminate some present budget items which do not meet the criteria
above because of limited or narrow application or of historical needs or wants
no longer existent, and finally to be fair with all workers in the community,
keep all expenditures for personnel services at a conservative, comparative level
considering our 1975 budget and the county's total employment situation
I
November 24, 1975 149
In summary, to so build the 1976 budget that our county board will show
extreme compassion for our employees and even more so for our taxpayers and
providers within a framework of real government efficiency and economy
Mr Kerr said the committee has done a real job the past several months
in developing the proposed budget
RESOLUTION NO. 242—ADOPTION OF BUDGET
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden After discussion it was Moved
by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Benson, That the Learning Web — A7320 420
be included in the 1976 appropriation in the amount of $22,000 Ayes — Repre-
sentatives Benson, Culligan, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Webster — 6 Noes — Morse,
Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, MacNeil, Watros, Kerr — 9 Amendment
Lost. It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Culligan, That Account
A7320 430 Big Brother/Big Sister — $15,200 be included in 1976 Budget Ayes —
Representatives Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Kidney, Livesay, Mac-
Neil, Miller, Robey, Watros, Webster, Kerr — 13 No — Morse, Holden — 2
Amendment adopted. It was Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Webster,
That $32,000 be included in A7610 Office for Aging Ayes — Representatives
Benson, Dates, Haight, Livesay, Miller, Webster — 6 Noes — Morse, Clynes, Culli-
gan, Holden, Kidney, MacNeil, Robey, Watros, Kerr — 9 Amendment Lost. It was
Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mr Miller, That total budget include $68,000 —
A7610 Ayes — Representatives Benson, Morse, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Kidney,
Livesay, MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Watros, Webster, Kerr — 13 Noes — Clynes,
Holden — 2 Amendment adopted
Mr MacNeil stated he feels this 1976 Budget is too high and would like the
Board to review the budget again It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr
Morse, That the resolution be tabled Ayes — Representatives Morse, MacNeil,
Miller, Watros — 4 Noes — Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden,
Kidney, Livesay, Robey, Webster, Kerr — 11 Motion to Table Lost. A roll call was
taken on the resolution as amended as follows Ayes — Representatives Benson,
Morse, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Livesay, Robey, Webster (would
like to sincerely congratulate Mr Dates and committee In keeping with wants
and needs of my taxpayers and contrary to Mr MacNeal, I heard a number of
taxpayers speaking tonight, but I am supporting budget), Kerr — 11 Noes —
Kidney, MacNeil, Miller, Watros — 4 Resolution as amended adopted.
WHEREAS, the proposed budget for the year 1976 has been duly presented
to the Board by the Budget Officer and a Public Hearing has been duly called and
held pursuant to the provisions of Section 359 of the County Law and all persons
desiring to be heard concerning same have been heard, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That pursuant to Section 360 of the County Law, the said pro-
posed budget as amended be and hereby is adopted subject to the correction of
manifest errors by the Clerk of the Board and Budget Officer, as the Budget of
Tompkins County for the year 1976
150 November 24, 1975
FORM D
SUMMARY OF BUDGET—ALL FUNDS
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS OF ALL FUNDS
AS SHOWN IN SCHEDULE A
(Excluding Inter -Fund Items)
LESS ESTIMATED REVENUES, APPROPRIATED
CASH SURPLUS AND APPROPRIATED
RESERVES OF ALL FUNDS
$31,405,612
Estimated Revenues (Excluding Inter -Fund
Items) shown in Schedule I $25,011,274
Appropriated Fund Balance
General Fund $ 1,400,000
Highway Road Machinery
$ 50,000
$26,461,274
TOTAL REAL ESTATE TAX LEVY $ 4,944,338
FORM G
ESTIMATED REVENUES
OTHER THAN REAL ESTATE TAXES—ALL FUNDS
Accounts prefixed by "A" represent the General Fund
Accounts prefixed by "B" represent the Airport Enterprise Fund
Accounts prefixed by "C" represent the Hospital Enterprise Fund
Accounts prefixed by "D" represent the County Road Fund
Accounts prefixed by "E" represent the Road Machinery Fund
Accounts prefixed by "L" represent the Library Fund
GENERAL FUND
1976
Actual Budget Budget 1976
1974 1975 Estimate Adopted
REAL PROPERTY TAX ITEMS
1050—Unneeded Reserve for Delinquent Taxes .. $ 0 $ 31,300 $ 0 $ 0
1051—Gain from Sales of Tax Acquired Property 2,191 0 0 0
1060—Relevy of Returned School Taxes 255,952 260,000 300,000 300,000
1061—Returned School Taxes Collected Prior
to Relevy 0 0 0 0
1090—Interest & Penalties on Real Property Taxes 40,509 35,000 65,000 65,000
TOTAL—REAL PROPERTY TAX ITEMS $ 298,652 $ 326,300 $ 365,000 $ 365,000
NON -PROPERTY TAXES
1110—Sales and Use Tax
$ 3,150,707 $ 3,100,000
$ 3,300,000 $ 3,300,000
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GENERAL FUND
DEPARTMENTAL INCOME
1215 -Surrogate Fees . _ $ 18,718 $ 17,000 $ 17,500 $ 17,500
1230 -Treasurer Fees 19,891 18,000 18,500 18,500
1235 -Charges for Tax Advertising and
Redemption Expenses 2,100 1,000 1,000 1,000
1250 -Assessors Fees and Tax Maps _ 1,269 1,500 1,500 1,500
1255 -Clerk Fees _ _ _ 130,392 145,000 136,000 136,000
TOTAL DEPARTMENTAL INCOME .
$ 172,370 $ 182,500
$ 174,500 $ 174,500
PUBLIC SAFETY
1510 -Sheriff Fees $ 24,370 $ 35,500 $ 24,600 $ 24,600
1525 -Prisoner Charges 4,790 4,925 5,000 5,000
TOTAL PUBLIC SAFETY . $ 29,160 $ 40,425 $ 29,600 $ 29,600
HEALTH
1601 -Public Health Fees . _. ._ $ 33,399 $ 37,600 $ 32,200 $ 32,200
1605 -Charges for Care of Handicapped Children . 9,652 3,000 4,000 4,000
1610 -Home Nursing Charges _ __..... . 75,742 92,400 134,300 134,300
1620 -Mental Health Fees 48,829 54,500 39,000 39,000
1625 -Mental Health Conrtibution-Private Agency
410 -Special Children's Center 28,668 43,710 52,079 52,079
420 -Mental Health Association 6,872 7,989 8,728 8,728
430 -Family & Children's Service 1,557 10,208 13,289 13,289
440 -Alcoholism Council _ 9,860 15,350 16,145 16,145
450 -Challenge -ARC Workshop 86,687 93,500 101,420 101,420
460 -Ithaca Youth Bureau Day Camp . _ 2,659 4,800 3,998 3,998
470 --Suicide Prevention 5,877 6,800 7,576 7,576
TOTAL HEALTH _ $ 309,802 $ 369,857 $ 412,735 $ 412,735
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GENERAL FUND
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
1801 -Repayments of Medical Assistance $ 51,285 $ 30,000 $ 54,000 $ 54,000
1803 -Repayments of Aid to Aged, Blind and
Disabled _ 33,110 0 0 0
1809 -Repayments of Aid to Dependent Children 23,042 25,000 28,000 28,000
1819 -Repayments of Child Care (Foster Care) 17,679 12,000 10,000 10,000
1823 -Repayments of Juvenile Delinquent Care 1,437 2,000 1,600 1,600
1830 -Repayments of Adult Care, Public Institutions . 71,912 105,000 80,000 80,000
1840 -Repayments of Home Relief __ 5,072 1,000 21,000 21,000
1848 -Repayments of Burials 0 500 500 500
1870 -Repayments of Purchase of Services & Day Care 3,577 2,800 0 0
1890 -Sale of Farm Products 40,344 11,000 14,000 14,000
TOTAL ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE
AND DEVELOPMENT .. $ 247,458 $ 189,300 $ 209,100 $ 209,100
CULTURE AND RECREATION
2070 -Contributions from Private Agencies for Youth
010-4-H Youth Program $ 0 $ 2,358 $ 2,560 $ 2,560
020 -Main -Line _ 0 6,976 5,435 5,435
030 -Big Brother/Big Sister 0 0 7,550 7,550
040 -Interim Families 0 0 3,102 3,102
TOTAL CULTURE AND RECREATION $ 0 $ 9,334 $ 18,647 $ 18,647
GENERAL CHARGES
2115 -Planning Department $ 118 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
2215 -Election Expenses 8,693 7,000 9,000 9,000
2226 -Sales of Supplies 24,567 30,000 40,000 40,000
TOTAL GENERAL CHARGES _ $ 33,378 $ 37,000 $ 49,000 $ 49,000
PUBLIC SAFETY
2260 -Police Services for Other Governments
(Trumansburg) . _ . . . .
2349 -Economic Assistance & Opportunity Services . .
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GENERAL FUND
USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
2401 -Interest and Earnings $ 511,864 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000
2414 -Rental of Equipment 1,800 0 0 0
2450 -Commissions _ _ _ ....._......... 63 0 0 0
TOTAL USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY .... $ 513,727 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000
LICENSES AND PERMITS
2454 -Licenses $ 1,169 $ 1,100 $ 1,200 $ I,200
FINES AND FORFEITURES
2610 -Fines and Forfeited Bail $ 1,955 $ 2,000 $ 2,200 $ 2,200
SALES OF PROPERTY & COMPENSATION FOR LOSS
2655 -Minor Sales, Other $ 22,688 $ 25,000 $ 17,000 $ 17,000
2680 -Insurance Recoveries 5,924 0 0 0
TOTAL -SALE OF PROPERTY &
COMPENSATION FOR LOSS _ .. $ 28,612 $ 25,000 $ 17,000 $ 17,000
MISCELLANEOUS
2701 -Refunds of Prior Years Expenses $ 15,060 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
2702 -Fire Dispatchers 9,558 21,203 21,200 21,200
2770 -Other Unclassified Revenues . ......-
010 -Miscellaneous Reimbursements . ... 4,163 360 0 0
020 -Salary Reimbursement -Janitors from
Library _ _ .... .. 0 6,000 6,000 6,000
030 -Telephone Reimbursement -Probation . 1,312 1,600 0 0
040 -Counsel Fees - 258 0 0 0
050 -Narcotic Addiction Control -In -Kind . 0 66,182 82,957 82,957
070 -Intensive Care Supervision . .. . ..- 766 0 0 0
TOTAL -MISCELLANEOUS $ 31,117 $ 95,345 $ 110,157 $ 110,157
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1974 1975 Estimate Adopted
GENERAL FUND
STATE AID
3001 -Per Capita (Revenue Sharing) $ 272,572 $ 270,000 $ 306,000 $ 306,000
3020 -State Aid for Judicial Salaries 29,650 23,650 35,650 35,650
3089 -State Aid, Other (Specify)
010 -Planning Grant . ............... 7,478 20,000 26,062 26,062
020 -Environmental Management Council 7,234 10,000 6,091 6,901
050 -Airport Master Plan 7,390 0 0 0
060 -Landfill . .... . 14,929 0 0 0
070 -Flood Plain Study 14,509 0 0 0
080 -Cayuga Station Impact Study 0 25,000 0 0
3277 -Education of Handicapped Children 0 10,000 12,500 12,500
3310 -Probation Services 76,478 83,020 92,906 92,906
3311 -Probation Services -Intensive
Supervision Unit 51,939 32,762 0 0
3315 -Navigation Law Enforcement 1,448 6,000 1,000 1,000
3317 -Snowmobile Law Enforcement . 136 0 0 0
3401 -Public Health Work 221,511 253,554 231,000 231,000
3402 -MA Program Administration 0 21,753 2,873 2,873
3442 -Rabies .. 2,057 1,200 2,000 2,000
3446 -Care of Handicapped Children 10,340 16,000 21,000 21,000
3448 -Adult Polio 210 0 250 2!0
3482-T B Care & Treatment . 0 0 1,500 1,500
3486 -Narcotic Addiction Control 136,132 225,344 255,482 255,482
3487 -Main -Line . 0 6,976 5,435 5,435
3490 -Mental Health . 383,684 442,240 564,245 564,24-5
3491 -Alcoholism Addiction Control 0 7,400 23,950 23,950
3601 -Medical Assistance 901,856 965,900 1,200,000 1,200,000
3603 -Aid to Aged, Blind and Disabled _ _ 789 0 0 0
3609 -Aid to Dependent Children 513,120 544,200 800,000 800,000
3610 -Social Services Administration 295,694 298,722 290,000 290,00Q
3611 -Food Stamps _ 22,759 19,686 35,000 35,000
3613 -Home Relief 431,445 551,500 567,000 567,000
3619 -Child Care (Foster Care) 93,492 110,000 129,000 129,000
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GENERAL FUND
3623 -Juvenile Delinquents 27,699 36,500 82,000 82,000
3630 -Adult Care, Public Institutions 28,170 53,426 13,000 13,000
3642 -Emergency Aid, Adults 0 5,000 0 0
3648 -Burials _ _ 2,885 2,000 2,500 2,500
3670 -Services for Recipients 49,248 70,107 90,000 90,000
3710 -Veterans Service Agencies 5,938 4,500 4,500 4,500
3789 -Other 88 0 0 0
3801 -Recreation for Elderly 3,562 4,000 4,144 4,144
3803 -Programs for the Aging 0 41,770 50,573 63,308
3820 -Youth Programs
010 -Sheriff 7,483 7,000 5,220 5,220
020-4-H 0 2,357 2,560 2,560
030 -Big Brother/Big Sister 0 0 7,550 7,550
TOTAL STATE AID
$ 3,621,925 $ 4,171,567
$ 4,870,991 $ 4,883,726
FEDERAL AID•
4089 -Other •
010 -Planning Grant -U S Department
Housing and Urban Development $ 12,457 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
030 -Police Communication System 0 0 1,273 1,273
040 -Airport Master Plan 16,936 0 0 0
4289 -Education 44,178 0 0 0
4389 -Other Public Safety 24,024 0 0 0
4486 -Drug Abuse 29,730 0 0 0
4490 -Mental Health _ 22,939 0 0 0
4601 -Medical Assistance 1,549,296 1,708,900 2,122,000 2,122,000
4603 -Aid to Aged, Blind & Disabled (692) 0 0 0
4609 -Aid to Dependent Children 1,012,402 1,088,580 1,536,000 1,536,000
4610 -Social Services Administration 610,667 619,598 607,000 607,000
4611 -Food Stamps 19,930 16,954 40,000 40,000
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1976
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1976
Adopted
4670 -Services for Recipients
4730-CETA Training & Employment Program
4780 -Public Employment Program
(Labor Manpower)
4830 -Federal Recreation Program
TOTAL -FEDERAL AID
TOTAL REVENUES -GENERAL FUND
$ 34,479
94,277
121,105
3,004
GENERAL FUND
$ 124,036
117,569
218,510
0
$ 48,000
438,560
21,401
0
$ 48,000
438,560
21,401
0
$ 3,594,732
.. $12,064,069
HOSPITAL
C -1592 -Employees Subsistence
C -1635 -In -Patients
C -1636 -Patients Family Medicine
C -2228 -Copying Records
C -2401 -Interest
C -2410 -Rental of Real Property
C2655 -Minor Sales .
C -2705 -Gifts & Donations
C -2770 -Not Otherwise Classified (Salary Ref ) .
C -4430 -Federal Grant -Appalachia Regional
Commission .... _ ... ..... -----
C-4001-Federal Revenue Sharing . _
TOTAL --HOSPITAL REVENUES .
$ 182,249
6,941,139
23,281
1,601
11,619
76,382
17,465
81,764
1,439
104,297
600,000
$ 3,894,147
$12,693,875
$ 4,814,234
$14,624,364
ENTERPRISE REVENUES
$ 187,000
8,367,350
180,000
1,700
0
60,400
7,000
30,000
0
151,000
0
$ 187,000
8,788,450
150,000
1,700
0
82,700
15,000
60,000
0
156,000
0
$ 4,814,234
$14,637,099
$ 187,000
8,788,450
150,000
1,700
0
82,700
15,090
60,000
0
156,000
0
$ 8,041,236 $ 8,984,450
$ 9,440,850 $ 9,440,850
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ENTERPRISE REVENUES
AIRPORT
B -1770 -Airport Landing Fees $ 6,745 $ 26,000 $ 26,000 $ 26,000
B -1774 -Airport Concession 25,888 14,450 20,000 20,000
B -2401 -Interest _ 4,693 0 0 0
B -2410 -Rentals 38,364 41,616 36,572 36,572
B -2770 -Other Unclassified Revenues 14,276 0 0 0
B -4089 -Federal Aid -CFR Vehicle 0 23,971 0 0
TOTAL -AIRPORT REVENUES
B -2810 -Contributions from General Fund
$ 89,966 $ 106,037 $ 82,572 $ 82,572
39,918 22,141 38,248 38,248
TOTAL -AIRPORT REVENUES (Including
Interfund Revenues) ... $ 129,884 $ 128,178 $ 120,820 $ 120,820
COUNTY ROAD FUND REVENUES
D -2302 -Snow Removal Services, Other Government, $ 27,965 $ 110,000 $ 111,000 $ 111,000
D -2401 -Interest _ _ $ 3,097 $ 0 $ 2,500 $ 2,500
D -2770 -Other Unclassified Revenues $ 16,124 $ 0 0 12,000 $ 12,000
STATE AID
D -3503 -Motor Fuel Tax $ 494,184 $ 500,000 $ 500,000 $ 500,000
D -3504 -Motor Vehicle License Fees 115,132 110,000 110,000 110,000
TOTAL STATE AID
$ 609,316 $ 610,000
$ 610,000 $ 610,000
TOTAL REVENUES -COUNTY ROAD FUND
(Excluding Inter -Fund) $ 656,502 $ 720,000 $ 735,500 $ 735,500
INTERFUND REVENUES
D -2810 -Transfer from General Fund $ 978,233 $ 1,096,740 $ 1,223,816 $ 1,223,816
D -4589 -Federal Aid 71,678 0 0 0
TOTAL REVENUES -COUNTY ROAD FUND
(Including Inter -Fund) $ 1,706,413 $ 1,816,740 $ 1,959,316 $ 1,959,316
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ROAD MACHINERY REVENUES
USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY
E-2401—Interest _ _ . $ 448 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
E-2416—Rental of Equipment, Other Governments .. 16,166 0 20,000 20,000
TOTAL—USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY . $ 16,614 $ 0 $ 20,000 $ 20,000
SALES OF PROPERTY & COMPENSATION
FOR LOSS
E-2650—Sales of Scrap & Excess Materials _ $ 442 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
E-2655—Minor Sales, Other _ 73 0 0 0
E-2680—Insurance Recoveries _ 770 0 0 0
TOTAL—SALES OF PROPERTY
& COMPENSATION FOR LOSS $ 1,285 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
MISCELLANEOUS
E-2770—Other Unclassified Revenues—Refunds $ 1,438 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
TOTAL REVENUES—ROAD MACHINERY FUND
(Excluding Inter -Fund) . $ 19,337 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
INTERFUND REVENUES
E-2822—Transfer from County Road Fund . _ . $ 385,257 $ 438,450
$ 396,353 $ 396,353
TOTAL REVENUES—ROAD MACHINERY FUND
(Including Inter -Fund) _ ...... $ 404,594 $ 438,450 $ 416,353 $ 416,353
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Adopted
CULTURE AND RECREATION -LIBRARY•
L -2082 -Fines . _
L -2360 -Charges for Services ... .
TOTAL -CULTURE AND RECREATION ...
USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY
L -2401 -Interest ..
L -2410 -Rental of Real Property _ . ....._
TOTAL -USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY . _ ..
SALES OF PROPERTY & OTHER
COMPENSATION FOR LOSS•
L -2650 -Sales of Scrap & Excess Materals ... ... _ ....
L -2690 -Other Compensation for Loss . .......
TOTAL -SALES OF PROPERTY & OTHER
COMPENSATION FOR LOSS
MISCELLANEOUS
L -2755 -Endowment & Trust Fund Income
L -2760 -Library System Grant .
L -2770 --Other Unclassified Revenues
TOTAL -MISCELLANEOUS .. _ ................
$ 19,467
11,656
LIBRARY REVENUES
$ 17,000 $ 20,000
10,500 11,600
$ 20,000
11,600
$ 31,123
$ 448
13,116
$ 27,500 $ 31,600
$ 200
13,050
$ 400
13,100
$ 31,600
$ 400
13,100
$ 13,564 $ 13,250 $ 13,500
$
13,500
$ 849 $ 600 $ 850 $ 850
910 700 700 700
$ 1,759 $ 1,300 $ 1,550
$ 3,707
21,849
679
$ 3,400
21,850
700
$ 2,200
22,160
650
$
1,550
$ 2,200
22,160
650
$ 26,235 $ 25,950 $ 25,010 $ 25,010
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LIBRARY REVENUES (Continued)
STATE AID
L-3840—State Aid for Libraries $ 23,593 $ 23,593 $ 23,593 $ 23,593
FEDERAL AID
L-4840—Federal Aid for Libraries $ 2,743 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
TOTAL—LIBRARY REVENUES (Excluding
Inter -Fund) . . $ 99,017 $ 91,593 $ 95,253 $ 95,253
INTERFUND REVENUES:
L-2810—Transfer from General Fund $ 342,750 $ 369,440 $ 410,665 $ 410,665
TOTAL—LIBRARY REVENUES (Including
Inter -Fund) $ 441,766 $ 461,033 $ 505,918 $ 505,918
GRAND TOTAL—ESTIMATED REVENUES
OTHER THAN REAL ESTATE .._ .._.—_..._..._._ $22,787,962 $24,522,726 $27,067,621 $27,080,356
LESS INTER -FUND ITEMS
General Fund Appropriations for•
Airport . .. $ 39,918 $ 22,141 $ 38,248 $ 38,248
County Road Fund _. .._... _. _.............___. _. 978,233 1,096,740 1,223,816 1,223,816
Library342,750 369,440 410,665 410,665
Appropriations for Road Machinery Fund ..._._.......... 0 438,450 396,353 396,353
TOTAL—INTER-FUND ITEMS . . . $ 1,360,901 $ 1,926,771 $ 2,069,082 $ 2,069,082
GRAND TOTAL—ALL FUNDS (Excluding
Inter -Fund Items, etc) ... . _ .. ........ $21,427,061 $22,595,955 $24,998,539 $25,011,274
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1975
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Depart-
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Committee
Recommen-
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Budget
Committee
Recommen-
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Adopted
1976
A -1010 -BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
100 -Personal Services .......
300 -Supplies & Materials . .... ..
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
TOTAL -BOARD OF
REPRESENTATIVES .
A -1040 -CLERK OF BOARD OF
REPRESESTATIVES
100 -Personal Services
300 -Supplies & Materials _ _ _ _
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
TOTAL -CLERK OF BOARD OF
REPRESENTATIVES _
TOTAL -LEGISLATION
LEGISLATION
. . . $ 55,980 $ 56,000 $ 56,000 $ 56,000 $ 56,000 $ 56,000 0
8,356 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 cs
5,644 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 0„
Et
69,980 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 A
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0
25,227
1,045
796
28,200
900
1,300
28,200
900
1,300
28,200
900
1,300
28,200
900
1,300
28,200
900
1,300
27,068 30,400 30,400 30,400
$ 97,048 $ 100,400 $ 100,400 $ 100,400
30,400
$ 100,400
30,400
$ 100,400
1976 Budget
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Expended Appropri- mental Recomruen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
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100 -Personal Services 77,691
$ 87,959 $ 92,939 $ 92,939 $ 92,439 $ 92,439 W
110 -Special Judge _ 0 850 850 850 0 0 3
120 -Jurors (Trial & Grand) 26,658 36,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 m
200 -Equipment -Judge Johnson 0 0 333 333 0 0 "'
210 -Equipment -Judge Dean _ 487 450 0 0 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials -Johnson 647 600 900 900 600 600
310 -Supplies & Materials -Dean . 1,078 600 600 600 600 600 7:;
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses V
(Judge Johnson) 2,433 5,150 5,700 5,700 5,000 5,000 to
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
(Judge Dean) _ 5,532 8,950 5,278 5,278 5,000 5,000
420 -Contractual & Other Expenses
(County Clerk) _ 439 1,000 500 500 500 500
TOTAL -COUNTY COURT $ 114,965 $ 141,559 $ 137,100 $ 137,100 $ 134,139 $ 134,139
1976 Budget
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Expended Approprt- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
JUDICIAL o
A-1135—SUPREME COURT m
110—Fees for Services—(Jurors, Court p -
Attendants, Stenographers) . $ 16,606 $ 26,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 c
220—Equipment—Judge Bryant 90 40 1,026 1,026 1,026 1,026
300—Supplies & Materials—County Clerk .. 0 100 100 100 100 100 A
320—Supplies & Materials—Judge Bryant . 338 750 750 750 750 750
400—Contractual & Other Expenses 43
(County Clerk) . 996 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
420—Contractual & Other Expenses
(Judge Bryant) 405 500 500 500 500 500
430—Payments to State—Supreme
Court Expense ._ .... 94,753 144,837 141,898 141,898 141,898 141,898
TOTAL—SUPREME COURT $ 113,188 $ 173,727 $ 165,774- $ 165,774 $ 165,774 $ 165,774
1976 Budget
1975 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
JUDICIAL
A -1140 -FAMILY COURT
100 -Personal Services - $ 42,903 $ 44,674 $ 63,781 $ 57,109 $ 49,744 $ 49,744
200 -Equipment _ _ 100 0 250 250 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials 1,118 800 1,000 1,000 800 800 0
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 4,184 9,454 7,000 7,000 5,000 5,000 m
TOTAL -FAMILY COURT 48,305 54,928 72,031 65,359 55,544 55,544 0-
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A -1145 -SURROGATE COURT N
100 -Personal Services 15,895 16,908 16,908 16,908 16,908 16,908 A
200 -Equipment _ _ 0 0 672 672 672 672
300 -Supplies & Materials 1,252 1,000 500 500 1,000 1,000 V
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 425 500 500 500 800 800 v'
TOTAL -SURROGATE COURT
17,572 18,408
18,580 18,580
19,380 19,380
A -1155 -COMMISSIONER OF JURORS
100 -Personal Services 12,816 14,220 14,220 14,220 14,220 14,220
200 -Equipment __ 0 0 100 100 100 100
300 -Supplies & Materials _ _ 350 400 400 400 400 400
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 500 800 800 800 800 800
TOTAL -COMMISSIONER OF JURORS $ 13,666 $ 15,420 $ 15,520 $ 15,520 $ 15,520 $ 15,520
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Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 atlons Request dation dation 1976
A -1160 -COURT LIBRARY
300 -Supplies & Materials
TOTAL -COURT LIBRARY
JUDICIAL
$ 3,511 $ 3,400 $ 3,400 $ 3,400 $ 3,400 $ 3,400
3,511 3,400 3,400 3,400 3,400 3,400
A -1165 -DISTRICT ATTORNEY
100 -Personal Services .. _ 63,588 74,571 80,664 80,664 74,571 74,571
200 -Equipment _ 1,400 600 3,125 2,200 1,200 1,200
300 -Supplies & Materials 5,163 5,600 4,215 4,215 3,500 3,500
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 22,664 25,200 19,310 19,310 19,310 19,310
TOTAL -DISTRICT ATTORNEY 92,815
105,971 107,314
106,389 98,581 98,581
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110 -Administrator Contract 4,000 4,000 5,000 4,5004,000 4,000 th
120 -Fees of Attorneys .......... 26,065 28,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000
300 -Supplies & Materials ..... 0 0 100 100 100 100
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . 2,991 4,000 60 4,000 3,500 3,500
TOTAL -LEGAL DEFENSE OF
INDIGENTS _ 33,056 36,000 45,160 48,600 47,600 47,600
A -1180 -JUSTICES AND CONSTABLES
110 -Justices and Constables Fees 205 350 350 350 350 350
TOTAL -JUSTICES AND CONSTABLES $ 205 $ 350 $ 350 $ 350 $ 350 $ 350
1976 Budget
1975 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Approprt- menta) Recommen- Recomnien- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -1185 -MEDICAL EXAMINERS & CORONERS
100 -Personal Services $ 9,468 $ 10,434 $ 10,434 $ 10,434 $ 10,434 $ 10,434
200 -Equipment . 113 350 350 350 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials 0 200 1,200 1,200 200 200 Z
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses _ 90 500 10,200 10,200 200 200 <
TOTAL -MEDICAL EXAMINERS 3
& CORONERS . . . 9,671 11,484 22,184 22,184 10,834 10,834 m
A -1190 --GRAND JURY (Supreme Court & 1.3
County Court) ?'
110 -Fees & Expenses -Grand Jurors 7,382 12,000 11,000 11,000 11,000 11,000 70.
TOTAL -GRAND JURY 7,382 12,000 11,000 11,000 11,000 11,000 tVii
TOTAL -JUDICIAL 454,336 573,247 598,413 594,256 562,122 562,122
A -1230 -COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
100 -Personal Services . 60,890 72,994 72,994 72,994 72,994 72,994
200 -Equipment 2,730 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
300 -Supplies & Materials 949 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 966 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
JUDICIAL
TOTAL -COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $ 65,535 $ 77,994 $ 77,994 $ 77,994 $ 77,994 $ 77,994
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A -1310 -DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
100 -Personal Services ...... .. 53,266 $ 78,924 $ 75,138 $ 75,138 $ 75,138 $ 75,138
200 -Equipment ... ..._ .. ... . 2,000 1,500 0 0 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials .. 4,989 9,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 12,904 20,000 19,000 19,000 19,000 19,000 0
TOTAL -DIRECTOR OF FINANCE 73,159 109,424 102,138 102,138 102,138 102,138 3
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1355 -ADMINISTRATION
100 -Personal Services ...... _ 44,046 46,734 46,734 46,734 46,734 46,734 A
200 -Equipment ._ ... _ 0 0 2,020 0 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials .. _ 961 1,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 `O
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 3,039 3,375 10,300 9,500 9,500 9,500 c,,
TOTAL -ADMINISTRATION
48,046 51,109
61,054 58,234
58,234 58,234
1356 -TAX MAP DIVISION•
100 -Personal Services . 20,553 23,491 23,491 23,491 23,491 23,491
200 -Equipment . .. .. 17 0 375 0 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials . 521 800 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 1,729 1,900 2,500 1,900 1,900 4900
TOTAL -TAX MAP DIVISION $ 22,820 $ 26,191 $ 27,866 $ 26,891 $ 26,891 $ 26,891
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1974 atom Request dation datum 1976
A -1355 -ASSESSMENT DEPARTMENT
(Continued)
1357 -FIELD DIVISION
100 -Personal Services .. 53,463 $ 59,240 $ 59,240 $ 59,240 $ 59,240 $ 59,240 z
200 -Equipment _ _...... _ .__._. 0 0 350 0 0 0 o
300 -Supplies & Materials ........... 32 100 100 100 100 100 g
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . 2,321 3,200 9,000 9,000 9,000 9,000 3
TOTAL -FIELD DIVISION 55,816 62,540 68,690 68,340 68,340 68,340 Lni
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100 -Personal Services . _ .. ... 20,726 22,729 22,72922,729 22,729 22,729 zo
200 -Equipment . ..... 0 0 0 0 0 0 V
300 -Supplies & Materials ........ 6,194 6,500 10,900 10,900 10,900 10,900 v'
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 14,816 15,747 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500
TOTAL -ACCOUNTING DIVISION 41,736 44,976 51,129 51,129 51,129 51,129
TOTAL -ASSESSMENT DEPARTMENT 168,418 184,816 208,739 204,594 204,594 204,594
A -1362 -TAX ADVERTISING & EXPENSES _ .. 2,295 5,000 5,500 5,500 5,500 5,500
A -1364 -EXPENSES ON PROPERTY
ACQUIRED FOR TAXES 840 $ 1,500 $ 1,500 $ 1,500 $ 1,500 $ 1,500
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A -1410 -COUNTY CLERK (Except Courts)
1410 -COUNTY CLERK
100 -Personal Services . 60,589 $ 68,279 $ 69,682 $ 69,682 $ 69,682 $ 69,682
200 -Equipment _ . 3,150 1,050 700 700 700 700 <
300 -Supplies & Materials . .. .2,439 2,500 3,000 3,000 2,500 2,500 3
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 21,128 18,150 22,500 22,500 22,500 22,500 a
TOTAL -COUNTY CLERK . _. m 87,306 89,979 95,882 95,882 95,382 95,382 N
1411 -DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
100 -Personal Services ...:73 59,623 58,724 58,724 58,724 58,724 'o
200 -Equipment 250 0 200 200 200 200 tVn
300 -Supplies & Materials 289 300 300 300 300 300
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 1,967 2,300 3,000 3,000 2,500 2,500
TOTAL -DIVISION OF MOTOR
57,920 62,223 62,224 62,224 61,724 61,724
TOTAL -COUNTY CLERK
(Except Courts) .._ . . . . ..... . ... $ 145,226 $ 152,202 $ 158,106 $ 158,106 $ 157,106 $ 157,106
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1474 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -1420 -COUNTY ATTORNEY -LAW
100 -Personal Services . .... . $ 31,452 $ 35,904 $ 35,904 $ 35,904 $ 35,754 $ 35,754
300 -Supplies & Materials 366 325 325 325 325 325
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 345 325 325 325 325 325
TOTAL -COUNTY ATTORNEY -LAW 32,163 36,554 36,554 36,554 36,404 36,404
A -1430 -PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION
100 -Personal Services . .. 42,708 52,715 59,387 59,387 59,387 59,387
200 -Equipment 446 700 3,727 2,687 2,687 2,687
300 -Supplies & Materials _ 2,125 2,400 2,400 2,400 2,400 2,400
400 -Contractual & Other Supplies _ 13,779 7,100 14,425 15,425 15,425 15,425
410-P E R B . .. 250 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
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100 -Personal Services $ 32,630 $ 36,672 $ 38,052 $ 38,052 $ 38,052 $ 38,052
200 -Equipment 432 330 700 700 200 200
300 -Supplies & Materials 260 400 500 500 500 500
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . . 4,071 4,800 6,500 6,500 6,500 6,500
TOTAL ADMINISTRATION 37,393 42,202 45,752 45,752 45,252 45,252
1451 -ELECTIONS
300 -Supplies & Materials . 608 1,100 1,100 1,100 1,100 1,100
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . 15,297 17,600 21,300 21,300 21,300 21,300
TOTAL ELECTIONS . 15,905 18,700 22,400 22,400 22,400 22,400
TOTAL -BOARD OF ELECTIONS .. $ 53,298 $ 60,902 $ 68,152 $ 68,152 $ 67,652 $ 67,652
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1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -1490 -PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
100 -Personal Services ._ . . . .. $ 25,074 $ 27,238 $ 27,238 $ 27,238 $ 27,238 $ 27,238 Z
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ADMINISTRATION 25,074 27,238 27,238 27,238 27,238 27,238 3
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A -1620 -BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
100 -Personal Services .... ... 45,509 52,523 52,175 52,175 52,175 52,175 N
200 -Equipment __ _.. _ ._..._ ___......... 0 0 0 0 0 0?
300 -Supplies & Materials ... 2,151 2,500 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
400 -Lights _ __ _ 13,517 14,000 20,000 20,00020,000 20,000 V
420 -Heat _, _ 12,128 16,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 to
430 -Telephone . 28,157 30,000 35,000 35,000 35,000 35,000
440 -Water . _ __ 1,320 1,200 1,600 1,600 1,600 1,600
460 -Painting . . 828 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
470 -Court House & Jail Repairs 10,890 14,000 14,000 14,000 14,000 14,000
480 -Repairs -County Grounds . 604 300 300 300 300 300
TOTAL -BUILDINGS & GROUNDS . $ 115,104 $ 132,523 $ 146,075 $ 146,075 $ 146,075 $ 146,075
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1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -1640 -CENTRAL GARAGE
300 -Supplies & Materials $ 20,905 $ 26,000 $ 17,000 $ 17,000 $ 17,000 $ 17,000
TOTAL -CENTRAL GARAGE 20,905 26,000 17,000 17,000 17,000 17,000
A -1670 -CENTRAL PRINTING & MAILING
100 -Personal Services 6,668 7,389 7,389 7,389 7,389 7,389
200 -Equipment -Print Room _ .. 145 0 0 0 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials -Central Supply 12,906 16,050 18,000 18,000 18,000 18,000
320 -Supplies & Materials -Print Room 14,513 14,000 19,000 19,000 19,000 19,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses- Z
(Mail Room) ... .. . 708 800 850 850 850 850
410 -Contractual & Other Expenses-
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& MAILING $ 37,025 $ 40,239 $ 46,539 $ 46,539 $ 46,539 $ 46,539 A
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A -1910 -Unallocated Insurance . $ 7,667 $ 25,000 $ 25,000 $ 25,000 $ 25,000 $ 25,000 N
A -1920 -Municipal Association Dues _ . 1,500 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
A -1930 -Judgements and Claims 1,139 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
A -1950 -Taxes and Assessments on County Property 191 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
A -1960 -Unpaid School Taxes . _ . .._... 240,242 260,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000
A -1980 -Provision for Uncollected Taxes 30,000 51,30073,000 73,000 73,000 73,000
A -1990 -Contingent Fund 0 14,864 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000
TOTAL -SPECIAL ITEMS
280,739 365,164 712,000 712,000 712,000 712,000
EDUCATION
A -2490 -Community College Tuition 61,584 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
A -2495 -Joint Community College Tuition (TC -3) . 252,795 389,140 471,473 471,473 471,473 471,473
A -2960 -Education of Handicapped Children . . 4,999 20,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
A -2981 -County Extension Service 170,000 206,293 208,396 208,396 208,396 208,396
TOTAL -EDUCATION . $ 489,378 $ 715,433 $ 804,869 $ 804,869 $ 804,869 $ 804,869 V
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A -3110 -SHERIFF
100 -Personal Services
200 -Equipment .
300 -Supplies & Materials . .
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
410 -Radio Service Contract
325,936 $ 359,620 $ 440,084 $ 380,908 $ 355,344 $ 355,344
24,845 28,500 40,000 40,000 14,240 14,240
42,926 30,000 35,000 35,000 35,000 35,000
11,606 12,000 13,000 13,000 13,000 13,000
3,052 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
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A -3140 -PROBATION co
100 -Personal Services . . _ 139,146 157,823 175,060 175,060 175,060 175,060 Q.
200 -Equipment ... ... . . _ .. . 100 5,400 3,071 2,021 1,200 1,200 cD
300 -Supplies & Materials ___ .. 4,457 5,200 5,300 5,300 5,300 5,300 N
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses .. 9,756 10,500 12,160 12,160 12,160 12,160 t+.
TOTAL -PROBATION . 153,459 178,923 195,591 194,541 193,720 193,720 .p
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(Halfway House)
100 -Personal Services 20,951 28,910 0 0 0 0
200 -Equipment 3,886 2,300 0 0 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials 0 0 0 0 0 0
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 17,276 11,480 0 0 0 0
810 -Retirement . ..... 0 2,720 0 0 0 0
830 -Social Security . . . .... 659 960 0 0 0 0
840 -Compensation . 0 100 0 0 0 0
860 -Health Insurance . .._ .. _ _ 503 702 0 0 0 0
TOTAL -INTENSIVE SUPERVISION
UNIT ...
$ 43,275 $ 47,172 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
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1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -3150 -JAIL
100 -Personal Services $ 49,174 $ 65,381 $ 64,256 $ 64,256 $ 64,256 $ 64,256
300 -Supplies & Matenals 23,993 28,000 28,000 28,000 28,000 28,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 7,800 10,500 20,500 20,500 13,000 13,000
410 -Elevator Contract 1,411 1,533 1,735 1,735 1,735 1,735
TOTAL -JAIL _ 82,378 105,414 114,491 114,491 106,991106,991 G
A -3410 --FIRE- & DISASTER COORDINATOR 3
100 -Personal Services 43,924 52,171 51,946 51,946 51,946 51,946 um
200 -Equipment 15,882 11,092 43,68123262 23,262 23,262
210 -Vol Radio Program 456 200 200 200 A
300 -Supplies & Materials _ 4,121 4,475 5,075
0 500 5,,075 5,075 5,075
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 13,984 15,802 16,455 16,455 16,455 16,455 p
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COORDINATOR . 78,367 83,540 117,657 96,938 96,938 96,938
A -3510 -CONTROL OF ANIMALS
21,149 25,053 30,660 27,053 27,053 27,053
A -3630 -COUNTY SEALER
100 -Personal Services . 8,488 9,122 9,122 9,122 9,122 9,122
200 -Equipment _ - _ .. ..._..... 0 600 1,056 1,056 1,056 1,056
300 -Supplies & Materials . . _ . 407 90 225 225 225 225
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 775 1,000 1,125 1,125 1,125 1,125
TOTAL -COUNTY SEALER
$ 9,670 $ 10,812 $ 11,528 $ 11,528 $ 11,528 $ 11,528
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Expended Appropri- mental Recomrpen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -4010 -PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
100 -Personal Services .... _ _ $ 306,936 $ 361,016 $ 389,207 $ 389,207 $ 379,067 $ 379,067
110 -Fees -Other Services _ _ .. 40,977 55,600 58,600 58,600 55,600 55,600
200 -Equipment _ _ 11,201 17,200 19,000 19,000 1,500 1,500
300 -Supplies & Materials .. _ 24,791 30,860 35,640 35,640 35,640 35,640
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses __ 34,023 39,334 46,850 46,850 45,850 45,850
810 -Retirement _ . . 48,236 43,500 47,593 47,593 47,593 47,593 0
830 -Social Security _ _ _ . 16,643 21,800 24,200 24,200 24,200 24,200 <
840 -Workmen's Compensation . ._ 2,018 2,000 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 3
860 -Health Insurance _ .. .. 6,933 7,000 10,700 10,700 10,700 10,700
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DEPARTMENT ..,. 491,758 578,310 634,290 634,290 602,650 602,650 A
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100 -Personal Services _ _ _ _ _ 8,979 20,000 30,241 30,241 2,500 2,500
200 -Equipment 0 0 800 800 0 0
300 -Supplies & Materials _ ___ _- 0 600 500 500 100 100
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 102 0 200 200 0 0
810 -Retirement _ _ ....... 1,905 2,510 1,440 1,440 450 450
830 -Social Security .. 534 1,200 1,900 1,900 147 147
840 -Compensation Insurance ___ 0 100 170 170 12 12
860 -Health Insurance . 395 450 800 800 100 100
TOTAL -CONTRACT SERVICES
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM _ _ ..... _ $ 11,915 $ 24,860 $ 36,051 $ 36,051 $ 3,309 $ 3,309
1976 - Budget -
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1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT (Continued) :
A -4102 -HOME CARE (Medicaid, Medicare) . _. .. $ 59,468 $ 80,000 $ 120,000 $ 120,000
A-4042-RABIE COSTROL (Dogs) _ ... . 4,600 2,400 4,000 4,000
A -4046 -PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED
CHILDREN _ _ _ .. _.. 30,681 33,000 45,000 45,000
A -4048 ----ADULT POLIO _ _ _ _ ... 0 500 1,000 1,000
A -4070 -TUBERCULOSIS CARE & TREATMENT . 0 6,040 6,000 6,000
$ 120,000 $ 120,000
4,000 4,000
45,000 45,000
500 500
3,000 3,000
TOTAL ...... . . . 94,749 121,940 176,000 176,000 172,500 172,500
TOTAL -PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT .. 598,422 725,110 846,341 846,341 778,459 778,459 oZ
A -4080 -COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH PLANNING m
100 -Personal Services . . . . ....... 6,211 6,324 6,324 6,324 6,324 6,324
200 -Equipment . ..... 0 150 465 465 465 465 o
300 -Supplies & Materials .. 0 1,320 1,550 1,550 1,550 1,550
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 12,213 12,900 13,777 13,777 13,777 13,777 .
TOTAL -COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH
PLANNING 18,424 20,694 22,116 22,116 22,116 22,116 N
A -4220 -NARCOTIC ADDICTION CONTROL
YOUTHFUL DRUG ABUSE 143,225 298,679 355,839 355,839 340,387 340,387
A -4250 -ALCOHOLIC ADDICTION CONTROL
100 -Personal Services . _ . 0 10,140 16,464 16,464 16,464 16,464
200 -Equipment 0 0 1,040 1,040 1,040 1,040
300 -Supplies & Materials 0 50 349 349 349 349
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 0 300 2,388 2,388 2,388 2,388
810 -Retirement . . 0 730 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200
830 -Social Security .. 0 330 1,020 1,020 1,020 1,020
840 -Workmen's Compensation . _ . 0 20 100 100 100 100
860 -Health Insurance 0 320 400 400 400 400
TOTAL -ALCOHOLIC ADDICTION
CONTROL .._ _ ...... . $ 0 $ 11,890 $ 23,961 $ 23,961 $ 23,961
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100 -Personal Services _ . __ _ ................ $ 229,371 $ 289,391 $ 327,086 $ 327,086 $ 288,709 $ 288,709
200 -Equipment _. _......_.....».... .. 470 3,536 5,063 5,063 1,100 1,100
300 -Supplies & Materials . . _ ......... 3,655 4,080 7,142 7,142 5,000 5,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses __ ....»»»....... 39,313 53,600 76,678 76,678 65,000 65,000
410 -Certification -Medical Indigents . ... 0 200 200 200 200 200
420 -Psychiatric Exams .. ...._. 585 1,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
810 -Retirement 24,951 24,515 33,440 28,987 28,987 28,987
830 -Social Security __ ._. _ ..._ _............. . 11,217 13,250 18,385 18,385 14,800 14,800 Z
840 -Compensation Insurance . 1,474 1,000 1,400 1,400 1,330 1,330
860 -Health Insurance _ _ . _ _ _ 3,994 4,000 4,350 4,350 6,000 6,000 3
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ADMINISTRATION . ... 315,030 395,072 476,244 471,791 413,626 413,626 N
A -4322 -CONTRACTED MENTAL HEALTH A
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410 -Special Children's Center . 75,714 89,706 104,157 104,157 104,157 104,157 V
420 -Mental Health Association . ... 14,526 15,978 17,456 17,456 17,456 17,456 v'
430 -Family & Children's Service 3,200 20,417 26,577 26,577 26,577 26,577
440 -Alcoholic Council . _ . _ 19,615 30,700 32,290 32,290 32,290 32,290
450 -Challenge -ARC Workshop 278,246 323,544 341,779 341,779 341,779 341,779
460 -Day Camp Youth 6,950 9,600 7,9967,996 7,996 7,996
470 -Suicide Prevention 11,800 13,600 15,152 15,152 15,152 15,152
TOTAL -CONTRACTED MENTAL
HEALTH SERVICES .. . 410,051 503,545 545,407 545,407 545,407 545,407
A -4390 -PSYCHIATRIC EXPENSE _ _ 7,047 6,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
TOTAL -MENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT .. 732,128 904,617 1,046,651 1,042,198 984,033 984,033
A -5641 -RAILROAD FEASIBILITY STUDY .. $ 10,000 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
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1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -6010 -SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
100 -Personal Services _ _ _ $ 735,062 $ 872,335 $ 941,823 $ 941,823 $ 884,927 $ 884,927
200 -Equipment .. 4,051 5,565 8,107 7,207 1,730 1,730
300 -Supplies & Materials __. 38,340 41,421 53,500 53,500 53,500 53,500
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses _ _ _. 100,534 132,524 138,500 138,500 138,500 138,500
500 -Staff Development Volunteer Services 1,948 1,500 2,400 2,400 1,000 1,000
810 -Retirement .... 82,227 85,631 128,229 128,229 128,229 128,229
830 -Social Security 60,498 61,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 65,000
840 -Compensation Insurance 7,985 6,820 7,000 7,000 10,400 10,400
860 -Health Insurance 24,321 24,000 30,500 30,500 33,600 33,600
TOTAL -SOCIAL SERVICES
ADMINISTRATION 1,054,966 1,230,796 1,375,059 1,374,159 1,316,886 1,316,886
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100 -Personal Services 117,522 124,288 142,246 142,246 142,246 142,246
200 -Equipment _._ 3,038 9,000 6,000 6,000 1,000 1,000
300 -Supplies & Materials 56,969 65,000 78,000 78,000 65,000 65,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses _ 11,250 17,500 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 ,
TOTAL -PUBLIC HOME , $ 188,779 $ 215,788 $ 241,246 $ 241,246 $ 223,246 $ 223,246
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A -6070 -PURCHASES OF SERVICES -
RECIPIENTS
100 -Personal Services . ..$ 27,323 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . ........ 255,604 269,644 269,644 269,644 269,644 269,644
TOTAL -PURCHASES OF SERVICES -
RECIPIENTS 282,927 269,644 269,644 269,644 269,644 269,644
A -6090 -FARM
100 -Personal Services 27,531 28,321 28,321 28,321 28,321 28,321
200 -Equipment . 9,262 1,920 6,995 3,700 1,800 1,800
300 -Supplies & Materials.. 22,724 15,594 20,848 20,848 16,000 16,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses _ 8,420 8,860 10,220 10,220 3,000 3,000
TOTAL -FARM 67,937 54,695 66,384 63,089 49,121 49,121
SOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAMS
A -6101 -MEDICAL ASSISTANCE 3,399,898 3,715,000 4,950,000 4,950,000 4,716,400 4,716,400
A -6103 -AID TO AGED, BLIND & DISABLED 94,279 90,000 122,000 122,000 122,000 122,000
A -6109 -AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN . 2,284,681 2,432,000 3,200,000 3,200,000 3,200,000 3,200,000
A -6119 -CHILD CARE _ 216,611 232,000 301,500 301,500 301,500 301,500
A -6123 -JUVENILE DELINQUENT CARE 64,942 75,000 164,300 164,300 164,500 164,500
A -6129 -STATE TRAINING SCHOOLS 51,630 114,000 125,400 125,400 115,000 115,000
A -6140 -HOME RELIEF .__ 860,743 1,103,000 1,250,000 1,250,000 1,135,000 1,135,000
A -6142 -EMERGENCY AID TO ADULTS . _ 175 10,000 10,000 10,000 1,000 1,000
A -6148 -BURIALS . _ .. .... 9,564 11,000 15,000 15,000 11,000 11,000
TOTAL -SOCIAL SERVICES
PROGRAMS . _ . 6,982,523 7,782,000 10,138,200 10,138,200 9,766,400 9,766,400
TOTAL -SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT 8,577,132 9,552,923 12,090,533 12,086,338 11,625,297 11,625,297
A-6250-CETA
100 -Personal Services _ 1,310 0 56,483 56,483 56,483 56,483
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . - 85,364 117,569 382,077 382,077 382,077 382,077
TOTAL-CETA _ $ 86,674 $ 117,569 $ 438,560 $ 438,560 $ 438,560 $ 438,560
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1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -6326 -ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
CORPORATION _ . $ 7,746 $ 6,370 $ 6,370 $ 6,370 $ 6,370 $ 6,370
A -6380 -FEDERAL AID EMERGENCY
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
100 -Personal Services_ 114,628 13,299 21,401 21,401 21,401 21,401
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . 0 205,211 0 0 0 0 Z
0
TOTAL -FEDERAL AID EMERGENCY m
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM 114,628 218,510 21,401 21,401 21,401 21,401 g.
A -6410 -PUBLICITY
400 -Finger Lakes Association 5,000 5,000 8,529 6,000 6,000 6,000 A
410 -Chamber of Commerce 5,000 12,500 7,000 6,000 6,000 6,000
TOTAL -PUBLICITY 10,000 17,500 15,529 12,000 12,000 12,000 v
to
A -6510 -VETERANS' SERVICE AGENCY
100 -Personal Services _ 16,433 17,838 17,838 17,838 17,838 17,838
200 -Equipment ._ 0 0 250 250 250 250
300 -Supplies & Materials _ 172 400 800 800 800 800
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 1,337 1,825 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
410 -Veterans' Burials 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
TOTAL -VETERANS' SERVICE
AGENCY . 22,942 25,063 25,888 25,888 25,888 25,888
A -7310 -FEDERAL RECREATION PROGRAM 3,004 0 0 0 0 0
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Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -7320 -JOINT YOUTH PROGRAM
410 -Children's Matinee Series _ 0 7,000 0 0 0 0
420 -Learning Web 0 0 24,532 24,532 0 0
430 -Big Brother/Big Sister 0 0 15,100 15,100 0 15,100
440 -Interim Families 0 0 10,726 10,726 3,102 *3,102
450 -County Youth Worker _ .. 0 0 12,015 12,015 0 C
460 -Mainline . .. _ 0 13,952 10,870 10,870 10,870 10,870
470-4-H _ 0 4,715 5,120 5,120 5,120 5,120 Z
TOTAL -JOINT YOUTH PROGRAM . $ 0 $ 25,667 $ 78,363 $ 78,363 $ 19,092 $ 34,192 m
A -7410 -LIBRARY 3
Cr
400 -FINGER LAKES LIBRARY
ASSOCIATION$ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,570 $ 5,570 $ 5,570 $ 5,570 to
410 -LIBRARIES IN TOWNS OF DRYDEN, A
GROTON, NEWFIELD, ULYSSES 2,600 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
va
TOTAL -LIBRARY 7,600 8,300 8,570 8,570 8,570 8,570
A-7510-HITORICAL SERVICES
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 31,250 35,600 35,000 35,000 35,000 35,000
TOTAL -HISTORICAL SERVICES 31,250 35,600 35,000 35,000 35,000 35,000
A -7550 -CELEBRATIONS
410 -Veterans' Day _ . 400 800 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
411 -Veterans' Monument 0 0 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
420 -Bicentennial _ 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
TOTAL -CELEBRATIONS 5,400 5,800 9,200 9,200 9,200 9,200
*Total appropriation - $8,102 Federal Revenue Sharing portion of $5,000 on page 192
1976 Budget
1975 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -7610 -OFFICE FOR THE AGING
100 -Personal Services . _ 0 29,168 24,695 24,695 24,695 24,695
200 -Equipment _ . .. 0 2,265 644 644 644 644
300 -Supplies & Materials . 0 1,760 2,400 2,400 2,400 2,400
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 0 14,611 32,800 32,800 20,065 32,800
TOTAL -OFFICE FOR THE AGING .
A -7615 -NUTRITION FOR ELDERLY PROGRAM .
A -7620 -ADULT RECREATION
.$
0 47,804 60,539 60,539 47,804 60,539
0 0 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 Z
0
9,500 $ 9,500 $ 12,500 $ 12,500 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 g
3
A -8020 -PLANNING DEPARTMENT cr
100 -Personal Services . _ _ . $ 84,974 $ 93,075 $ 93,589 $ 93,589 $ 93,589 $ 93,589 91
200 -Equipment _ 817 300 4,000 4,000 300 300 N
300 -Supplies & Materials -- .. 3,652 3,500 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 A'
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses ... _ 5,120 4,200 4,900 4,900 4,200 4,200 0
TOTAL -PLANNING DEPARTMENT 94,563 101,075 106,489 106,489 102,089 102,089 VI
A -8024 -JOINT STEERING COMMITTEE-
CAYUGA STATION . ..... _ 0 25,000 0 0 0 0
A -8025 -JOINT PLANNING BOARD . . 1,563 3,200 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200
A -8040 -HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
100 -Personal Services . . .... ... 0 3,885 3,885 3,885 3,885 3,885
200 -Equipment _ 0 0 200 200 200 200
300 -Supplies & Materials . . .. _.._ 140 180 240 240 24-0 240
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . .._ 795 1,743 2,612 2,612 2,612 2,612
TOTAL -HUMANS RIGHTS
COMMISSION .. _ .. . 935 5,808 6,937 6,937 6,937 6,937
00
A
1976 Budget
1975 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
A -8160 -SANITARY LANDFILL
100 -Personal Services 27,636 31,113 30,700 30,700 30,700 30,700
200 -Equipment 0 0 74,000 74,000 74,000 74,000
300 -Supplies & Materials _ 11,221 7,000 7,000 7,000 7,000 7,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 137,849 159,874 152,000 152,000 152,000 152,000
TOTAL -SANITARY LANDFILL $ 176,706 $ 197,987 $ 263,700 $ 263,700 $ 263,700 $ 263,700 z
0
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1
A -8710 -FORESTRY is)
410 -Reforestation _ . . $ 0 $ 4,000 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 1'
420 -Forest Fires _... 0 200 0 0 0 0 -'
430 -Boy Scouts of America . 300 300 0 0 00 V
tr
TOTAL -FORESTRY . _ 300 4,500 0 0 0 0
A -8720 -FISH AND GAME (Sportsmen's Club)
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses . 830 1,600 850 850 850 850
A -8730 -CONSERVATION
400 -Soil Conservation District 3,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
A -8745 --FLOOD AND EROSION CONTROL . . ... 16,000 0 0 0 0 0
A -8750 -AGRICULTURE & LIVESTOCK
(Bangs & Bovine Tuberculosis)
400 -Contractual & Other (Secretary PT) ._.... $ 1,353 $ 1,370 $ 1,515 $ 1,515 $ 1,515 $ 1,515
Expended
1974
1975
Appropri-
ations
1976
Depart-
mental
Request
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Budget
Comnuttee
Recommen-
dation
Adopted
1976
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
A -9010 -STATE RETIREMENT
A -9030 -SOCIAL SECURITY __ _
A -9040 -WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION
A -9060 -HOSPITAL & MEDICAL INSURANCE
TOTAL -EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
INTERFUND TRANSFERS
A -9512 -PUBLIC LIBRARY FUND
A -9514 -AIRPORT ENTERPRISE FUND _
A -9522 --COUNTY ROAD FUND _
TOTAL-INTERFUND TRANSFERS.
TRANSFERS TO CAPITAL FUND
A-9550 901 -HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
A-9550 910 -COUNTY HOME
$ 177,667
82,902
13,455
46,450
$ 197,380
94,000
22,000
48,000
$ 252,600
127,000
28,500
63,500
$ 252,600
127,000
28,500
63,500
320,474
342,750
39,918
978,233
361,380
369,440
22,141
1,096,740
$ 252,600 $ 252,600
127,000 127,000 Z
28,500 28,500 <
63,500 63,500 3
471,600 471,600 471,600 471,600 R-
N
435,012 422,826 410,665 410,665 4/"'
78,675 78,675 38,248 38,248 O
1,516,111 1,516,111 1,223,816 1,223,816
1,360,901 1,488,321
0
12,300
0
0
2,029,798
0
0
2,017,612 1,672,729 1,672,729
0
0
0
0
0
0
TOTAL -TRANSFERS TO CAPITAL
FUND _ _ $ 12,300
$ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
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1976 Budget
1975 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Approprt- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 anon., Request dation dation 1976 Z
0
DEBT SERVICE • co
A-9730 6—BOND ANTICIPATION o-
NOTES —Community College $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
N
A-9730 7—INTEREST ON BOND A
ANTICIPATION NOTES
— Community College . 100,000 0 0 0 0 0 v
— Hospital ... .. 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 to
TOTAL—DEBT SERVICE .
.... 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0
GRAND TOTAL—GENERAL FUND .. .... $15,383,514 $17,885,422 $22,177,088 $22,073,360 $20,953,602 $20,981,437
1976 Budget
1975 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
ENTERPRISE FUNDS
C -4510 -HOSPITAL FUND
100 -Personal Services $ 4,582,131 $ 4,954,600 $ 4,929,400 $ 4,929,400 $ 4,929,400 $ 4,929,400 Z
200 -Equipment . . . 130,667 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 <
300 -Supplies & Materials _ .. . 1,312,488 1,509,600 1,721,600 1,721,600 1,721,600 1,721,600 3
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 1,957,946 2,390,250 2,659,850 2,659,850 2,659,850 2,659,850 o
m
TOTAL -HOSPITAL FUND .. 7,983,232 8,984,450 9,440,850 9,440,850 9,440,850 9,440,850 N
A
B -5610 -AIRPORT FUND
100 -Personal Services _ 43,655 52,386 57,800 57,800 57,800 57,800 `o
200 -Equipment 1,468 65,026 11,047 11,047 800 800 Li,
300 -Supplies & Materials ..... .. _ 8,096 11,600 16,000 16,000 13,000 13,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 25,411 34,200 38,600 38,600 38,600 38,600
810 -Retirement ... .. ..5,569 5,535 5,000 5,000 5,020 5,020
830 -Social Security .. . . _ 2,5022,900 3,400 3,400 3,400 3,400
840 -Compensation . _ . 77 700 2,200 2,200 1,000 1,000
870 -Health Insurance 1,017 1,080 700 700 1,200 1,200
TOTAL -AIRPORT FUND ...._. .$ 87,795 $ 173,427 $ 134,747 $ 134,747 $ 120,820 $ 120,820
1976 Budget
1975 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 ations Request dation dation 1976
COUNTY ROAD FUND
D -3310 -TRAFFIC CONTROL
100 -Personal Services .. $ 17,141 $ 18,314 $ 18,314 $ 18,314 $ 18,314 $ 18,314
300 -Supplies & Materials . _ 23,635 26,400 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 9,852 8,600 29,000 29,000 24,000 24,000
TOTAL -TRAFFIC CONTROL 50,628 53,314 57,314 57,314 52,314 52,314 p
co
D -5010 -ADMINISTRATION 3
100 -Personal Services .. _ 30,703 32,397 32,397 32,397 32,397 32,397 gr
300 -Supplies & Materials . _ _ 1,250 900 1,600 1,600 1,600 1,600
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses .. . 966 1,400 800 800 800 800 A
TOTAL-ADMINISTRATION32,919 34,697 34,797 34,797 34,797 34,797 0
V
D -5110 -MAINTENANCE -ROADS & BRIDGES to
100 -Personal Services 387,585 443,304 427,000 427,000 407,000 407,000
300 -Supplies & Materials .. _ 387,725 350,000 530,000 530,000 530,000 530,000
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 356,182 418,050 468,800 468,800365,453 365,453
410 -Contracts -County Bridges _ 70,303 100,000 150,000 150,000 125,000 125,000
810 -Retirement _ ... 57,490 68,064 78,000 78,000 73,452 73,452
830 -Social Security 26,148 29,500 28,000 28,000 32,000 32,000
840 -Compensation _ 19,32020,000 29,000 29,000 27,800 27,800
860 -Health Insurance . . _ .. _.. 14,278 15,000 18,000 18,000 15,500 15,500
TOTAL -MAINTENANCE -ROADS
& BRIDGES$ 1,319,031 $ 1,443,918 $ 1,728,800 $ 1,728,800 $ 1,576,205 $ 1,576,205
Expended
1974
1975
Appropri-
ations
1976
Depart-
mental
Request
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Budget
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Adopted
1976
D -5142 -SNOW REMOVAL -COUNTY
100 -Personal Services
300 -Supplies & Materials
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses _
$ 22,757
40,960
137,397
COUNTY ROAD
$ 25,000
46,000
164,000
$ 25,000
46,000
164,000
FUND (Continued)
$ 25,000
46,000
164,000
$ 20,000
40,000
125,000
$ 20,000
40,000
125,000
TOTAL -SNOW REMOVAL -COUNTY 201,114
D 5144 -SNOW REMOVAL -STATE
100 -Personal Services _ _ 5,330
300 -Supplies & Materials_ 15,186
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses_ _ 31,661
TOTAL -SNOW REMOVAL -STATE _ 52,177
TOTAL -COUNTY ROAD FUND
E -5130 -HIGHWAY MACHINERY
100 -Personal Services _
200 -Equipment
300 -Supplies & Materials
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
810 -Retirement
830 -Social Security _ _ _
840 -Compensation .. .
860 -Health Insurance
TOTAL -HIGHWAY MACHINERY
TOTAL -HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
235,000 235,000
15,000
20,000
75,000
110,000
15,000
20,000
76,000
111,000
235,000 185,000
15,000
20,000
76,000
111,000
15,000
20,000
76,000
111,000
$ 1,655,869 $ 1,876,929
75,837 $ 83,195
113,159 160,000
111,869 126,000
59,005 49,000
11,884 n 12,950
4,410 5,000
1,474 2,000
2,522 2,700
$ 2,166,911 $ 2,166,911
ROAD MACHINERY FUND
$ 82,700
174,000
160,000
56,000
15,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
$ 1,959,316
$ 82,700 $ 82,700
174,000 174,000
160,000 140,000
56,000 49,000
15,000 10,253
5,000 5,200
4,000 2,200
3,000 3,000
185,000
0
15,000
20,000 3
76,000
111,000
N
$ 1,959,316 A
704
U
$ 82,700
174,000
140,000
49,000
10,253
5,200
2,200
3,000
380,160
$ 2,036,029
440,845
$ 2,317,774
499,700
$ 2,666,611
499,700
$ 2,666,611
466,353
$ 2,425,669
466,353
$ 2,425,669
co
'0
Expended
1974
1975
Appropri-
ations
1976
Depart-
mental
Request
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Budget
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Adopted
1976
L -7410 -COUNTY LIBRARY
100 -Personal Services
200 -Equipment ...
300 -Supplies & Materials . . .
400 -Contractual & Other Expenses .
810 -Retirement _ _ _
830 -Social Security
840 -Compensation .. _ _
860 -Health Insurance ._
TOTAL -COUNTY LIBRARY
$ 284,592 $ 348,824
_ 7,944 1,793
51,012 50,546
51,852 58,464
21,624 38,328
15,334 17,000
_ 1,106 600
5,178 5,500
GRAND TOTAL -ALL APPROPRIATIONS -
ALL FUNDS _ _
LESS INTER -FUND ITEMS
General Fund Appropriations for
Airport
County Road Fund .
Library
Appropriations for Road Machinery Fund
TOTAL -INTER -FUND ITEMS
PUBLIC LIBRARY FUND
$ 341,241 $
4,208
56,660
55,200
43,260
19,900
1,400
7,300
329,055
4,208
56,660
55,200
43,260
21,096
1,400
7,200
$ 322,962
1,800
53,000
55,200
43,260
21,096
1,400
7,200
$ 322,962
1,800
53,000
55,200
43,260
21,096
1,400
7,200
$ 438,642 $ 521,055 $ 529,169 $ 518,079
$ 505,918 $ 505,918
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Z
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m
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$27,924,848 $29,882,128 $34,948,465 $34,833,647 $33,446,859 $33,474,694 U
39,918
978,233
342,750
380,160
22,141
1,096,740
369,440
440,845
78,675
1,516,111
435,012
499,700
78,675
1,516,111
435,012
499,700
38,248
1,223,816
410,665
396,353
38,248
1,223,816
410,665
396,353
1,741,061 1,929,166 2,529,498 2,529,498 2,069,082 2,069,082
GRAND TOTAL -ALL FUNDS
(Excluding Inter -Fund Items, etc) $26,183,787 $27,952,962 $32,419,967 $32,304,149 $31,377,777 $31,405,612
1976 Budget
1975 Depart- Committee Comnuttee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1974 atims Request dation dation 1976
FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING FUND
F-1310 400 -Director of Finance -EDP Systems
Consultation _ . - $ 40,000 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
F-2980 010 -Day Care & Child Development 0 16,000 0 0 0 0
020 -Groton Child Development Center 0 2,000 0 0 0 0
030-IACC Day Care Center . _ . 0 3,750 0 0 0 0
040 -Ithaca Speech Clinic - 0 12,000 0 0 0 0 Z
F-2981 -County Extension Service-EFNEP 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 9,000 9,000 0
F-2982 -Tompkins County Agricultural and m
Horticultural Society _ __ _ 0 10,000 0 0 00 9
F-34-10 410 -Fire Disaster -Transmitter 26,136 0 0 0 0 0
F-4250 -Alcohol Council, Tompkins County 0 3,010 0 0 0 O N
F-4510 400 -Hospital -Clinic Program . _ 60,000 0 0 0 0 0 ?.
F-6326 -Tompkins County E 0 C. 0 30,000 0 0 0 0
F-7010 -Center of the Arts of Ithaca _. 0 10,000 0 0 0 0 V
F-9550 910 -Hospital Construction 132,500 0 0 0 0 0 to
F-9550 931 -Airport _ ... 32,000 0 0 0 0 0
F-9550 942 -Building "C" Renovation 170,000 0 0 0 0 0
F-9550 943 -"new" Court House Renovation 100,000 0 0 0 0 0
F-9550 951 -County Highway Development 25,000 0 0 0 0 0
F-9550 952 -Industrial Park Road Program 50,000 0 0 0 0 0
F-9550 960 -Septic Waste Disposal .. _ 150,000 0 0 0 0 0
F-9730 600 -TC -3 Bond Anticipation Notes 600,000 275,000 0 0 0 0
F-9730 700 -Hospital Revenue Anticipation Note . 600,000 450,000 0 0 0 0
F-4322 450 -Challenge Industries _ _... 0 0 1,634 0 1,634 1,634
-Groton Village Housing Authority _ .. 0 0 12,675 0 6,350 6,350
-Group Homes of Tompkins County . 0 0 5,000 0 0 0
-Learning Web ... 0 $ 0 $ 2,532 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
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1974 ations Request dation dation 1976 o
— Meadow House .. .. 0 $ 0 $ 8,880
—Open House .... _ 0 0 926
—Special Children's Center 0 0 6,750
— YMCA Drop -In Center 0 0 6,000
—Voluntary Action Center _ 0 0 6,899
—Economic Opportunity Corporation 0 0 43,170
— Southside, Inc . _ . _ 0 0 187,394
—Interim Families .. 0 0 7,624
CD
$ 0 $ 0 $0 a-
0 0 0
0 0 0 N
0 6,000 0 ?
0 0 0_.
0 0 0 V
0 0 0 tri
0 5,000 5,000
TOTAL—FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING FUND $ 1,995,636 $ 821,760 $ 299,484 $ 10,000 $ 27,984 $ 21,984
FORM I
ESTIMATED FUND BALANCE AT END OF
PRESENT FISCAL YEAR
1975
County Road
General Road Machinery
Fund Airport Fund Fund Hospital Library
ESTIMATED FUND BALANCE AT
END OF PRESENT FISCAL YEAR
AFTER DEDUCTING ESTIMATED
ENCUMBRANCES
ESTIMATED FUND BALANCE
APPROPRIATED BY BOARD
TO REDUCE TAX LEVY
3,500,000 38,000 100,000 72,000 (1,000,000) 30,000
1,400,000 0 0 50,000 0 0
SL61. 'VC JegwanoN
194 November 24, 1975
Appendix 1
STATEMENT OF RESERVE FUNDS AS OF
November 13, 1975
CAPITAL RESERVE FUND FOR HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
(General Municipal Law, Sec 6-C)
REPAIR RESERVE FUND
(General Municipal Law, Sec 6-D)
NONE
November 24, 1975 195
STATEMENT OF DEBT AS OF
NOVEMBER 13, 1975
Purpose
Date of
Issue Rate Amount
BONDS OUTSTANDING $ 0
NOTES OUTSTANDING --
Tompkins -Cortland
Community College 6/ 5/75 5 0% $1,023,616
Hospital—Revenue 6/13/75 5 0% $1,100,000
Hospital—Construction 5/21/75 5 25% $ 425,000
196 November 24, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 243—TOWN BUDGETS
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
RESOLVED, That in accordance with budgets adopted by the several town
boards of the County of Tompkins now on file with the Clerk of the Board and
laws of the State of New York and in accordance with the foregoing report and
recommendation of the Budget Committee that there be levied upon and collected
'from the taxable property of the several towns of the county and the City of
Ithaca, the foregoing sums for the purposes therein named
November 24, 1975 197
TOWN OF CAROLINE
To be paid the County Administrator
County General and Highway Tax
Compensation Insurance
Election Expenses
Less Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR
Total to be Paid Commissioner of
Budget and Adminstration
Returned School Tax
TOTAL
To be paid the Town Supervisor
General
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Item I)
Bridges (Item II)
Machinery (Item III)
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV)
Improvement Program (Item IA)
Special Districts
Brooktondale Fire
Caroline Fire Protection
Slaterville Fire
Brooktondale Light
Slaterville Light
Speedsville Light
Total to be paid Supervisor
TOTAL BUDGET
TAX RATES
County $ 4 521
Town 10 106
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Brooktondale Fire (1F1) $ 1 703
Slaterville Fire (1F2) 2 990
Caroline Fire (1F3) 1 269
Brooktondale Light (1L1) 875
Slaterville Light (1L2) 977
Speedsville Light (1L3) 1 823
$126,262 37
33153
623 15
82,742 55
0 00
44,474 50
$ 8,028 74
$ 52,503 24
$ 20,279 10
49,990 00
437 00
30,460 00
7,322 00
0 00 $108,488 10
$ 9,090 00
2,900 00
10,326 07
1,465 10
1,064 22
441 34 $ 25,286 73
$133,774 83
$186,278 07
198 November 24, 1975
TOWN OF DANBY
To be paid the County Administrator
County General and Highway Tax
Compensation Insurance
Election Expenses
Less Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy-LVRR
Total to be Paid Commissioner of
Budget and Admuustration
Returned School Tax
TOTAL
To be paid the Town Supervisor
General
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Items I)
Bridges (Item II)
Machinery (Item III)
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV)
Improvement Program (Item IA)
Delinquent Charges
Special Districts
Danby Fire
West Danby Water
Total to be paid Supervisor
TOTAL BUDGET
$122,609 53
342 60
349 40
69,947 59
393 64
53,747 58
$ 9,17120
$ 62,918 78
$ 21,785 00
45,845 00
0 00
7,411 00
15,400 00
16,200 00
$106,641 00
$ 1,21988
$ 35,569 78
6,976 00 $ 42,545 78
$150,406 66
$213,325 44
TAX RATES
County $ 6 063
Town 11220
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Danby Fire (2F1) $ 3 640
West Danby Water (2W1) 9.228
November 24, 1975 199
TOWN OF DRYDEN
To be paid the County Administrator
i
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County General
and Highway Tax $93,665 93 $634,442 39
' Compensation Insurance 26180 1,76158
Election Expenses 270 39 1,83133
Less Sales Tax to
Reduce County Levy 0 00 270,560 06
Total $94,198 10 $367,475 24 $461,673 34
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR $ 1,088 66
Total to be Paid Commissioner of Budget and Administration $462,762.00
Returned School Tax $ 90,351 14
TOTAL $553,11314
To be paid the Town Supervisor:
General
General—Outside Village
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Item I)
Bridges (Item II)
Machinery (Item III)
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV)
Improvement Program (Item IA)
$ 15,836 00
124,537 00
4,500 00
77,000 00
63,490 00
36,000 00 $321,363 00
Delinquent Charges $ 40 30
Special Districts
Etna Fire $ 65,035 00
Etna Light 1,298 00
McLean Light 000
Varna Light 1,609 00
Varna Water 18,003 23
Sapsucker Rd Sewer 924 00
Varna Sewer 22,718 00
Ringwood Ct Rd 2,476 80 $112,064 03
Total to be paid Supervisor $433,467 33
TOTAL BUDGET
TAX RATES
Dryden Village. Dryden Outside
County $14,553 County
Town 3 170 Town
Freeville Village
County
Town
8.383
3 170
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Fire Protection (3F1) 1 500
Etna Light (3L1) 1 339
McLean Light (3L2) —
Varna Light (3L3) 1 290
, $986,580 47
8383
6 926
200 November 24, 1975
TOWN OF ENFIELD
To be paid the County Administrator
County General and Highway Tax
Compensation Insurance
Election Expenses
$102,913 47
286 17
166 69
Less Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 66,203 76
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 0 00
Total to be Paid Commissioner of Budget and Administration
Returned School Tax
TOTAL
To be paid the Town Supervisor
General
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Item I)
Bridges (Item II)
Machinery (Item III)
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV)
Improvement Program (Item IA)
Special Districts
Fire Protection
Total to be paid Supervisor
TOTAL BUDGET
TAX RATES
County 4 796
Town 10.903
TAX RATE FOR SPECIAL DISTRICT
Fire Protection (4F1) 1 463
$ 37,162 57
$ 9,35015
$ 46,512 72
$ 8,075 00
43,465 00
0 00
18,319 54
14,650 00
0 00 $ 84,509 54
$ 12,500 00
$ 97,009 54
$143,522 26
November 24, 1975 201
TOWN OF GROTON
To be paid the County Administrator
County General
and Highway Tax
Compensation Insurance
Election Expenses
Less Sales Tax to
Reduce County Levy
Total
$92,813 78 $119,408 27
24898 31229
349 97 450 25
0 00 90,261 38
$93,412 73 $ 29,909 43 $123,32216
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR $ 52137
' Total to be Paid Commissioner of Budget and Administration $123,843 53
Returned School Tax $ 62,422 98
TOTAL $186,266 51
To be paid the Town Supervisor
General $ 25,304 10
General — Outside Village 7,534 00
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Item I) 28,091 25
Bridges (Item II) 0 00
Machinery (Item III) 66,974 12
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV) 27,315 00
Improvement Program (Item IA) 0 00 $155,218 47
Special Districts
Fire Protection $ 18,340 38
McLean Light 994 89
Peruville Light 538 38
Ambulance 8,850 00 $ 28,723 65
Total to be paid Supervisor $183,942 12
TOTAL BUDGET $370,208 63
TAX RATES
Inside County 11611 Outside County 2 890
Town 6 500 Town 9 940
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS•
Fire Protection (5F1) 1 700
McLean Light (5L1) 1 130
Peruville Light (5L2) 1 630
Ambulance (5A1) 820
202 November 24, 1975
TOWN OF ITHACA
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General
and Highway Tax $323,205 53 $677,623 56
Compensation Insurance 937 17 2,119 02
Election Expenses 484 47 1,015 74
Less Sales Tax to
Reduce County Levy 0 00 404,214 10
Total $324,627 17 $276,544 22 $601,171 39
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR $ 587 74
Total to be Paid Commissioner of Budget and Administration $601,759 13
Returned School Tax $ 000
TOTAL $601,759 13
To be paid the Town Supervisor
General $ 29,684 00
General — Outside Village 0 00
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Item I) 0 00
Bridges (Item II) 0 00
Machinery (Item III) 34,307 00
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV)' 51,037 00
Improvement Program (Item IA) 0 00 $115,028 00
Delinquent Charges $ 31,414 71
Special Districts
Fire Protection $153,650 00
Forest Home Light 690 00
Glenside Light 160 00
Renwick Hgts Light 340 00
Ithaca Water -Bolton Pt 221,236 03
Ithaca Sewer 199,890 62
Eastwood Light 330 00 $576,296 65
Total to be paid Supervisor $722,739 36
TOTAL BUDGET $1,324,498 49
TAX RATES
Inside County 12 514 Outside County 5 086
Town 373 Town 1959
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Fire Protection (6F1) 2.782
Forest Home Light (6L1) 465
Glenside Light (6L2) 500
Renwick Hgts Light (6L3) 378
Eastwood Comm Light (6L4) 753
November 24, 1975 203
TOWN OF LANSING
To be paid the County Administrator
County General
and Highway Tax $1,006,518 27
Compensation Insurance 2,654 70
Election Expenses 1,023 69
Less Sales Tax to
Reduce County Levy 195,018 32 $815,178 34
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 946 38
Total to be Paid Commissioner of Budget and Administration $816,124 72
Returned School Tax $ 79,376 79
TOTAL $895,50151
To be paid the Town Supervisor
General $ 62,699 00
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Item I) 79,653 00
Bridges (Item II) 000
Machinery (Item III) 65,609 00
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV) 54,264 00
Improvement Program (Item IA) 0 00 $262,225 00
Dehnquent Charges $ 42,084 93
Special Districts
Fire District $
McKinney Water Dist 71,608 33
Ludlowville Light 509 24
Catherwood Light 484 79
Water Dist #1 1,028 06
Water Dist # 2 138,043 64
Sewer Dist #1 4,208 05
Sewer Dist #2 7,986 57
42,290 46
To be paid Supervisor
TOTAL BUDGET
TAX RATES
Inside County
Town
$266,159 14
$570,469 07
$1,465,970 58
10 336 Outside County 10 336
2 316 Town 3 771
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Fire Protection (7F1) 900
Ludlowville Light (7L1) 1 104
McKinney Water (7W1) 1 495
204 November 24, 1975
TOWN OF NEWFIELD
To be paid the County Administrator
County General
and Highway Tax $165,445 63
Compensation Insurance 485 31
Election Expenses 34185
Less Sales Tax to
Reduce County Levy 110,348 78
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR
Total to be Paid Commissioner of Budget and Administration
Returned School Tax
TOTAL
To be paid the Town Supervisor
General
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Item I)
Bridges (Item H)
Machinery (Item III)
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV)
Improvement Program (Item IA)
Delinquent Charges
Special Districts
Fire Protection
Newfield Light
Newfield Water
Total to be paid Supervisor
TOTAL BUDGET
$ 22,903 40
92,300 00
1,120 00
31,300 00
30,150 00
14,040 00
$ 34410
$ 56,26811
$ 31,949 06
$ 88,217 17
$191,813 40
$ 000
$ 12,498 76
3,100 00
20,300 00 $ 35,898 76
$227,712 16
$315,929 33
TAX RATES
County 3 816
Town 12 930
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Fire Protection (8F1) 830
Newfield Light (8L1) 1 180
Newfield Water (8W1) 3 620
November 24, 1975 205
TOWN OF ULYSSES
To be paid the County Administrator
County General
and Highway Tax $79,590 62 $184,839 13
Compensation Insurance 228 78 531 30
Election Expenses 206 77 480 21
Less Sales Tax to
Reduce County Levy 0 00 89,085 92
Total $80,026 17 $ 96,764 72 $176,790 89
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR $ 0 00
Total to be Paid Commissioner of Budget and Administration $176,790 89
Returned School Tax $ 47,333 32
TOTAL $224,124 21
To be paid the Town Supervisor
General ' $ 15,415 00
General — Outside Village 4,375 00
Highway
Repairs and Improvements (Item I) 31,703 00
Bridges (Item II) 1,720 00
Machinery (Item III) 16,815 00
Snow and Miscellaneous (Item IV) 18,630 00
Improvement Program (Item IA) 0 00 $ 88,658 00
Special Districts
Fire Protection
Total to be paid Supervisor
TOTAL BUDGET
$ 13,942 00
$102,600 00
$326,724 21
TAX RATES
Inside County 13 555 Outside County 7 059
Town 2 682 Town 5 313
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICT
Fire Protection (9F1) 980
206 November 24, 1975
CITY OF ITHACA-1976
To be paid the County Administrator.
County General and Highway Tax $1,214,999 52
Compensation 3,83418
Election Expenses 2,966 35
Less Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 0 00
Plus Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 663 65
Total to be Paid to County Administrator 1,222,463 70
TOTAL $1,222,463 70
TAX RATES
County
11 638
RESOLUTION NO. 244—REPORT OF BUDGET COMMITTEE FOR APPORTION-
MENT OF GENERAL AND HIGHWAY LEVIES
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Morse Adopted
RESOLVED, That the report of the Budget Committee be accepted and
adopted and that valuation of real property and franchises, for the purposes of
general and highway tax levies against the several tax districts of the county be
equalized at full value and determined as therein set forth as the basis of the
apportionment for such general and highway tax levies for the year 1976
RESOLUTION NO. 245—APPROPRIATION FOR CONDUCT OF COUNTY
GOVERNMENT
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Haight Adopted
WHEREAS, this board by Resolution No 242 dated November 24, 1975, has
adopted a budget for the conduct of county government for the fiscal year 1976,
which budget is set forth in full in the minutes, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That pursuant to Section 356 of the County Law the several
amounts specified in such budget opposite each item of expenditure set forth in
the column adopted be and hereby are appropriated for the objects and purposes
specified, effective January 1
RESOLUTION NO 246—ADOPTION APPORTIONMENT OF TAXES
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
RESOLVED, That the report of the Committee on Budget be accepted and
adopted and that the several amounts therein listed for state tax, county tax
for general welfare and health purposes, enterprise fund tax and county highway
tax for the year 1976 against the several towns of the county and City of Ithaca,
be assessed against, levied upon and collected from taxable property of the
several towns and city liable therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 247—TAX LEVY
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Culligan Ayes — 15 Noes — 0
Adopted
RESOLVED, That the sum of $4,944,338 required to meet the expenses and
cost of county government in Tompkins County for the fiscal year 1976 as set
forth in the budget be assessed against, levied upon, and collected from the tax-
able property of the nine towns and the city liable therefor
November 24, 1975 207
RESOLUTION NO. 248—PRINTING OF TAX RATES
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, That after the tax rates are ascertained for the various towns
and the City of Ithaca the Clerk shall print such rates in the Proceedings of the
Board following the Budgets of the several towns and city
1 It was Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Culligan, That the resolution
pertaining to Workmen's Compensation Apportionment which was adopted at the
October 27, 1975 meeting, be brought on the floor for correction deleting the
Village of Lansing Motion adopted. The corrected resolution is as follows
RESOLUTION NO. 204—WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION BUDGET AND APPOR-
TIONMENT — MUTUAL SELF-INSURANCE PLAN
WHEREAS, in the apportionment of the 1976 Workmen's Compensation Bud-
get the Village of Lansing was erroneously apportioned the sum of $754 47 when
in fact they should not be apportioned any sum, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Administrator of Workmen's Com-
pensation that the apportionment of said $30,000 00 Workmen's Compensation
Budget, adopted by Resolution No 204 on November 6, 1975, be amended to read
as follows
(Based on 1974 Assessment)
Assessed State
Value Rate
Full or True
Value Apportionment
Caroline $ 9,693,277 70 $ 13,847,539 $ 33153
Danby 8,585,860 60 14,309,767 342 60
Dryden 47,625,066 57 83,552,747 2,023 38
Enfield 7,412,885 62 11,956,266 28617
Groton 18,084,549 78 23,185,319 56127
Ithaca Town 77,727,228 62 125,366,497 3,05619
Lansing 76,507,851 69 110,880,943 2,654 70
Newfield 14,189,469 70 20,270,670 485 31
Ulysses 19,365,590 61 31,746,869 76008
Ithaca City 103,280,000 65 158,892,307 3,83418
Dryden Village 6,335,777 57 11,115,398 25941
Freeville Village 1,510,227 57 2,649,521 6186
Groton Village 7,977,068 78 10,227,010 238 68
Cayuga Heights 25,433,965 62 41,022,524 957 48
County 382,471,775 64 594,008,924 14,147 16
Total $806,200,587 $1,253,032,301 $30,000 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County's share of such apportionment being
the sum of $14,147 16 be included in the budget of the county and that amounts
apportioned to each of the participating towns and City of Ithaca as shown in
the foregoing schedule be included in the next tax levy against the taxable proper-
ty of said towns and city respectively, and that the Clerk of the Board transmit
to the Clerk of each participating village a statement of the amount apportioned
to such village with the request that the same be paid to the County Administrator
Mrs Livesay placed in nomination the names of Mrs Mildred Georgia, Mrs
Blanche Drake, Mrs Lucy LeBoffe, Mr Philip Freytag for appointment to the
Tompkins County Office for the Aging Advisory Committee Upon hearing no
further nominations, the chairman declared the above-named persons members of
said committee
It was Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mrs Livesay, That Resolution No
240 Adoption of 1976 Area Plan as amended — Office for the Aging, be lifted
from the table. Motion adopted.
208 December 8, 1975
RESOLUTION NO. 240—ADOPTION OF 1976 AREA PLAN AS AMENDED —
OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after notice required by law to
consider the 1976 Area Plan, as amended — Office for the Aging, and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on the 24th day of November, 1975,
at 10 00 a m discussion was had and no one appeared in opposition to said pro-
posed area plan, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That said
1976 Area Plan, as amended — Office for the Aging be and the same hereby is
adopted, copy of said Area Plan on file with the Clerk of the Board
Mr Dates, on behalf of the Budget and Administration Committee, expressed
thanks to John Murphy, David Doyle and William Burr
On motion, meeting adjourned at 10 16 p m
PUBLIC HEARING
DECEMBER 8, 1975
NUTRITION FOR THE ELDERLY PROGRAM
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 9 30 a m
The Clerk read the notice of pubhc hearing that was published in the
official newspapers
Susan Clarke, Director of the Office for the Aging, gave the board some back-
ground information on the program
Upon hearing no further discussion, the hearing was closed at 9 36 p m
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 8, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 00 a m
Present 14 Representatives Excused — Representative Watros — 1
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance
The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order on the contract between
the County of Tompkins and APCOA Services, Inc concerning paid parking at
the Tompkins County Airport
The Clerk read the notice of public hearing as it appeared in the official
newspapers
Mr Randall Shew, Director of Community Relations at Cornell University,
Mr Henry S Cramer, Director of Employee Relations at Cornell University, and
Mr Stuart Stein, all spoke opposing the proposal
Representative MacNeil gave his views on the proposal and said he favors
the paid parking 1
Mr Lawrence Amico, a representative of APCOA Services, Inc noted ad-
vantages and answered many questions regarding the proposed operation
Mr Ralph Jordon, Chamber of Commerce, said a brief survey of a few Cham-
ber members was made and most were opposed He said the Chamber would be
acceptable for a survey of businesses using airport facility if such a request were
made by county authority
December 8, 1975 209
' Mrs Livesay wondered if there is any other possibility or alternative that
could be worked out that would bring in additional income from airport users
She felt this should be explored with the committee
Mr MacNeil said because of statements here he feels there are still un-
answered questions and will move to lay the matter on the table later in the
meeting for an additional two weeks
The hearing was closed at 10 54 p m
Under privilege of the floor Representative Miller said on January 6, 1976
there will be a meeting of the Carohne Town Board and all residents of Caroline
are invited Department Heads of the county will be there to answer questions
and anyone interested is invited to attend
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Town of Ithaca Budget for 1976, Groton Town Budget for 1976, resolutions
from TC3 re contract approval policy, audit of capital expenditures, modification
of 1975-1976 budget, and 1976-77 tuition and fee charges, executed copy of renewal
note certificate authorizing issuance of $425,000 bond anticipation renewal note
of Tompkins County re expansion of Tompkins County Hospital, letter from De-
partment of Labor re eligibility of and benefits due CETA Title I, II and VI
participants who receive Basic Educational Opportunity Grants, Social Services
Department monthly statistical report for October, notice of tentative state
equalization rates for City of Ithaca — 6055, Village of Dryden — 56 82, Village
of Freeville — 54 33, Village of Groton — 7014, Village of Cayuga Heights —
5812, Village of Lansing — 53 50, Village of Trumansburg — 55 39, letter from
Karen Brammer of Wells College re overall health system in Tompkins County,
Pistol Permits for November 1-30, 1975 totaled $87 00, letter from Joseph M
Missavage, Executive Director STE re Southern Tier East Regional Planning
and Development Board membership with a copy of the bylaws, resolution of
Cortland County re audit of capital expenditures (Avella $1,189 27 Claim No
101), copy of 1974-1975 report of Cooperative Extension Association of Tompkins
County, letter from Inter -County Publishers Inc requesting the 1976 designation
as official newspaper and said circulation of Rural News and Groton Journal is
1998 and with Lansing Observer is 3,198, copy of proposed Agricultural District
No 5 for Danby as submitted to Department of Environmental Conservation,
executed copy of Tompkins and Schuyler County contract re review of Physically
Handicapped cases
Permission was granted to delete a motion made at the November 24, 1975
evening meeting which was to add to Resolution No 238 — Authorization to
Execute Service Project Application, Big Brother -Big Sister in the amount of
$15,100 A resolution will be presented later in the meeting to cover the motion
which will put the proper resolution with the proper application
The minutes of the November 24, 1975 a m and p m meetings were ap-
proved
, Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Dates, Chairman of Budget and Administration, said there will be a
resolution presented later in the meeting regarding revenue sharing
apMr Culligan, Chairman of Health Committee, said he has not received many
plications for appointment to the Board of Managers and if anyone has any
names for consideration to contact him He asked Mr Williamson, County At-
torney, to answer questions 1) If practicing physicians could be on the Board of
Managers They can be appointed provided they are Tompkins County residents
and not employees of the county 2) Could the local Board of Representatives
be acting voting members Board members can be appointed providing there is
a local law authorizing it He will ask for a resolution for a public hearing at
the December 22nd meeting
Mr Webster, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said the
Municipal Officials' Association meeting will be held December 17th at the
Ramada Inn
210 December 8, 1975
Mrs Livesay gave a progress report on the Ad hoc Youth and Recreation
Committee The report date of July 1975 was not 'realistic and they were not
able to come up with a recommendation by budget time She is hopeful for a
recommendation of whether or not to have a County Youth Bureau by June 1976
There is new state legislation that wants counties to get more involved in overall
planning coordinating in all areas, recreation programs, youth service programs,
criminal justice system, etc The funding affects local municipalities It is because
of affects on municipalities as well as what our own responsibilities are that this
is being studied The State says in order to become involved in comprehensive
health planning which is necessary for the higher reimbursement rate, we would
have to have a County Youth Bureau There is some resistance to this from towns
and villages The committee will be meeting in January in Trumansburg
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning and Publics Works Committee, said the
Environmental Management Council met November 13th and discussed bylaws
for the coming year They met and discussed the appointment of Mr Ryan as
chairman of this group Mr Earle explained some pertinent topics one of which
was the Cross Town Road proposal The Committee met December 1 They had
an update on the Old Court House renovation, discussed purchase of equipment
by the Highway Department and there is a resolution on the agenda today but
he said he will ask for it to be tabled until December 22 There will be an ap-
propriation resolution for the Planning Department 'necessary due to unexpected
printing costs He said they reviewed the road situation as requested by Mrs
Livesay and a list was made Mr Liguori explained to the committee in detail
the purpose of Southern Tier East Planning and Development Board There are
A95 funds available and Mr Liguori is attempting to gather people in the com-
munity interested in applying for those funds They also discussed paid parking
at the airport and landing fees Due to confusion in the parking lot at the court-
house, Mr Liguori and Mr Stevenson were requested to come up with a better
plan than now exists
Mr Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said they will meet tomor-
row to discuss the County Veterans' Office
Mr Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, said a meeting will be
held December 22 at 7 30 p m to review the design development phase and at
2 30 p m the committee will meet
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, has a report on reallocation of and new
federal revenue sharing funds updating the October 31 report He also spoke
about off-track betting He has been advised that 'six other counties, of which
Onondaga County is carrying the ball, reapply for off-track betting in the Region 6
which included Tompkins County, and if interested there is a meeting coming up
He said he has made no' commitment and one will be made before the board takes
action to authorize it
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, said he has not heard from Judge Yesowich
concerning the child abuse matter There are motions pending with Mrs Betty
Muka
Chairman Kerr noted there will be a luncheon for present and past board
members on December 22 December llth at 7 30 1 p m the Health Committee,
Board of Managers and Board of Representatives will meet to discuss ways and
means of future management of the hospital
It was moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr Miller, That resolutions per-
taining to authorization contract project application and public hearing on Local
Law No 2, be added to the agenda and Resolution No 234 — Creation of Position
— Social Services be withdrawn Motion adopted
It was Moved by Mr. MacNeil, seconded by Mr Kidney, that the resolution for
Award of Bids for Machinery — Highway be Tabled Motion to Table adopted.
It was Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates, That the Resolution
for Authorization to Execute Agreement — APCOA Services, Inc be tabled until
the next meeting Motion to Table adopted.
December 8, 1975 211
RESOLUTION NO. 199—AUTHORIZATION FOR CHAIRMAN TO EXECUTE
CONTRACT — JOHN W. COWPER COMPANY, INC.
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by MacNeil A lengthy discussion followed
A roll call resulted as follows Ayes — Representatives Clynes, Culhgan, Dates,
Haight, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, MacNeil (enthusiastically), Robey (with hope they
will itemize savings at the end of period), Webster, Benson, Morse, Kerr — 13
Noes — 0 Excused — Miller, Watros — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, the Hospital Construction Committee has fully explored the need
for a construction manager during the design and construction phase of the
project and has recommended to the Board of Representatives that a construction
manager be employed, and
WHEREAS, the Hospital Construction Committee has interviewed and con-
sidered the applications of a number of construction managers, and
WHEREAS, the Hospital Construction Committee recommends that a con-
tract be entered into between the County of Tompkins and John W Cowper
Company, Inc for the services of construction manager for the design and building
of the new hospital pursuant to a contract agreement dated December 2, 1975 in
the basic amount of $671,400 00, but subject to the terms for modification in
event that the project exceeds certain limitations as to cost and construction
schedules as defined therein, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the County of Tompkins enter into a contract for the
services of the John W Cowper Company, Inc as construction manager for the
planning and building of a new hospital facility pursuant to the terms of a con-
tract dated December 2, 1975, attached hereto and made a part hereof, for a base
cost of $671,400 00, but subject to certain modifications based upon actual cost of
construction and construction schedule, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be authorized
to execute said contract on behalf of Tompkins County
RESOLUTION NO. 249—TRANSFER OF FUNDS — COUNTY CLERK
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Haight Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the County Clerk and the Budget &
Adnunistration Committee, That the following transfer be made
From Code A1410 200 To Code A1411 200 — $316 25
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
to make said transfers on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 250—AWARD OF BID — PRINTING OF PROCEEDINGS
Moved by Mr Morse, seconded by Mr Haight Adopted
, WHEREAS, the Clerk of the Board has advertised for bids for the printing
of the Proceedings of the Board of Representatives for the year 1976 in ac-
cordance with specifications filed in her office, and
WHEREAS, the bid of ArtCraft, Inc for furnishing 300 copies at' $20 25 per
page for 8 pt body matter and $27 00 far 8 pt tables is the lowest responsible
bidder meeting all specifications, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that said bid be and the same hereby is accepted for copies of
therproceedings and the bid for printing said proceedings for 1976 be and the same
hereby is awarded to ArtCraft, Inc and the Chairman is hereby authorized and
directed to execute a contract on behalf of the County for said work
RESOLUTION NO. 251—RETURNED SCHOOL TAXES
Moved by Mr Morse, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
RESOLVED, That the Director of Assessment of the County be and he hereby
as authorized and directed to add to the respective 1976 tax and 1975 assessment
rolls the amount of the uncollected school taxes returned by the collectors of the
various districts, exclusive of the City of Ithaca School District, to the County
Administrator and remaining unpaid and that have not been heretofore re -levied
in town tax rolls, and that said returned school taxes be re -assessed and-relevied
on town tax rolls, and that said returned school taxes be re -assessed and re -levied
212 December 8, 1975
upon the lots and parcels so returned with seven (7)
and when collected the same should be returned to
reimburse the amount so advanced with the expense
per cent in addition thereto,
the County Administrator to
of collection
RESOLUTION NO. 252—APPROVING COMPLETED TAX ROLLS AND DIRECT-
ING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF WARRANTS
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
WHEREAS, upon the tax rolls of the several towns and city, the several taxes
will be extended, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the tax rolls be approved as completed, that the taxes
extended upon the rolls in the several amounts extended against such parcel of
property upon the said rolls are hereby determined to be the taxes due thereon
as set forth therein,
RESOLVED, further, That there be annexed to each of said rolls a tax war-
rant prepared by the Director of Assessment as provided for in Section 3 04
(b) of the Tompkins County Charter and Code, that such warrants of said rolls,
that the several warrants be signed by the Chairman and Clerk of the Board under
seal of the Board and ,by the Director of Assessment, that said rolls with said
warrants annexed are to be forthwith delivered to the respective collectors of
the several tax districts of the County
RESOLUTION NO. 253—PRINT AUDIT STATEMENTS — TOWNS
Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mr Culligan Adopted
RESOLVED, That the Clerk be directed to print audit statements of the
several towns of the County in the Proceedings of the Board
RESOLUTION NO 254—REGRADING OF POSITION — HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Culligan Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the posi-
tion of Utilization Review Coordinator (09-25) be regraded to labor grade XII
(12-35), effective immediately
RESOLUTION NO. 255—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — OLD COURT
HOUSE
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Webster Ayes — 11 Noes — Repre-
sentatives Culligan, Kidney — 2 Excused — Representatives Miller, Watros — 2
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee in the amount of $45,287 10 to be paid from the County ,Building Capital
Construction Account are
William Downing Associates
Architects (Balance to Complete $7,511 75) $ 1,26310
Stewart and Bennett, Inc #6
General Contractor (Balance to Complete $112,290 00) 32,729 00
Kimble Plumbing and Heating, Inc #5
—Heating - Air Conditioning
(Balance to complete $50 190 00) 11,295 00
—Plumbing (Balance to complete $5,694 00) none
Norton Electric Co Inc
(Balance, to complete $23,726 25) none
Total Construction Costs $45,287 10
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
December 8, 1975 213
RESOLUTION NO. 256—VALIDATION AND APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO
COUNTY SEWER DISTRICT NO. 1 COMMISSION
, Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
ToWHEREAS, the County of Tompkins did approve the establishment of the
mpkins County Sanitary Sewer District No 1 by means of Resolution 46-72,
pursuant to the provisions of Article 5a of the County Law, and
WHEREAS, Section VI of the Report of the County Sewer District adopted
by this Board does establish a Sanitary Sewer Commission to manage and operate
said Sewer District, and
WHEREAS, the organization plan in said Report requires that the Board of
Representatives appoint members to the Sanitary Sewer District Commission upon
nomination of the participating municipality and in addition, certain ex officio
members, and
WHEREAS, the original membership did include two representatives each
from the Village of Cayuga Heights, the Town of Ithaca, and the Town of Lansing
and one representative from the Town of Dryden, and
WHEREAS, since the original organization of the County Sewer District Com-
mission, the new Village of Lansing has become incorporated and is included
within the boundaries of County Sewer District No 1, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That membership on the Sanitary Sewer District Commission
No 1 shall now be composed of two members each from the Village of Cayuga
Heights, the Town of Ithaca, the Village of Lansing, and one member from the
Town of Lansing and the Town of Dryden, all such members to have full voting
privileges, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives, or his
designee, shall also serve as a full voting member, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Commissioner of
Planning shall serve as ex officio members with voice but no vote, and be it
further
RESOLVED, That the following are hereby appointed, upon nomination of
the respective participating municipalities, for two year terms all expiring on
June 30th of each odd year
Gordon Wheeler, Village of Cayuga Heights, expires June 30, 1977
David Allee, Village of Cayuga Heights, expires June 30, 1977
Walter Schwan, Town of Ithaca, expires June 30, 1977
Robert Powers, Town of Ithaca, expires June 30, 1977
Anne Furry, Village of Lansing, expires June 30, 1977
Edward Foss, Village of Lansing, expires June 30, 1977
(Lee Naegely, Town of Lansing, expires June 30, 1977
(James Showacre
Janet Graham, Town of Dryden, expires June 30, 1977
RESOLVED, That not withstanding the above term of office expiration date,
participating municipalities may petition the Board of Representatives by Reso-
lution at any time to change the respective person(s) serving that municipality
as members, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Sewer Commission shall elect officers annually among
the membership to include a Chairman, a Vice Chairman and such other officers
as may be appropriate, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the powers and duties of the Commission shall be those
prescribed in Article 5a of the County Law, including those enumerated within
Section VI of the Report of the County Sewer District as filed with the NYS De-
partment of Audit and Control, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Commission shall prepare and adopt Bylaws to govern
the conduct of meetings and business, and be it further
RESOLVED, That this Resolution shall supercede all prevaous resolutions
deahng with the membership and organization of the Sewer Commission, and be
it further
214 December 8, 1975
RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to each of the par-
ticipating municipalities, each member herein appointed, the Commissioner of
Planning, the Commissioner of Public Works, the County Administrator, and the
County Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 257—APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATION FOR MAINTENANCE
OF COUNTY ROADS AND BRIDGES
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
WHEREAS, the County Commissioner of Public Works has recommended an
appropriation of $1,959,316 for maintenance of county roads and bridges for the
year 1976 in accordance with Section 129 of the Highway Law, and requests the
aforementioned sum, or as much thereof as may be necessary, be expended under
his supervision from County Road Fund monies to the following accounts
D-3310 Traffic Control $ 52,314
D-5010 County Road Administration 34,797
D-5110 Maintenance Road and Bridges 1,427,453
D-5142 Snow Removal Division — County 185,000
D-5144 Snow Removal Division — State 111,000
D-5110 810 State Retirement 73,452
D-5110 830 Social Security 32,000
D-5110 840 Compensation 27,800
D-5110 860 Health Insurance 15,500
$1,959,316
RESOLVED, That the recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works
be and hereby is approved and the Clerk and Chairman of the Board of Repre-
sentatives be and hereby are authorized and directed to sign the agreements re-
quired by the State Department of Public Works
RESOLUTION NO 258- ADOPTION OF BUDGET — OFFICE FOR THE AGING
I — TITLE VI (NUTRITION FOR ELDERLY)
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster Adopted
WHEREAS, a public hearing on the 1976 Budget for the Nutrition for the
Elderly Program was held December 8, 1975 in the Board of Representatives
Chambers of the Tompkins County Court House, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
1976 Budget for the Nutrition for the Elderly Program in Tompkins County in
the amount of $10,000 be and the same hereby is approved and adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 259—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE YOUTH SERVICE
PROJECT APPLICATION
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mrs Livesay Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections
Committee, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and hereby is
authorized and directed to execute for the year 1976, a Youth Service Project
Application to the State of New York, for State Aid in the amount of $10,652
for the fiscal year ending December 31, 1976 for the following programs
Big Brother/Big Sister $ 7,550
Interim Families 3,102
$10,652
RESOLVED, further, That the amendment to Resolution No 238 adopted at
the adjourned meeting of the Board on November 24, 1975 re Big Brother/Big
Sister application be and the same is rescinded
December 8, 1975 215
RESOLUTION NO. 260—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS —
DIVISION FOR YOUTH PROJECTS
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
WHEREAS, the Chairman of the Board of Representatives has been authorized
to execute a Youth Service Project Application with the New York State Division
for Youth for renewal of the joint Youth Programs within the County, and that
as a result contracts are required to be executed between the County and the
various agencies involved, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Division for Youth has indicated their
willingness, conditioned upon State approval, to provide reimbursement funds
for a portion of the total program budgets as outlined below
Revenues
Program Appropriations State Aid Local Contributions
4-H Hancock & West Village $ 5,120 $ 2,560 $ 2,560
Mainline 10,870 5,435 5,435
Big Brother/Big Sister 15,100 7,550 7,550
Interim Famihes 8,102 3,102 5,000
WHEREAS, the individual agency contracts are required to assure reimburse-
ment to the County of each agency's local contribution, now therefore be it
' RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Correction Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and hereby is authorized and directed
to execute contracts with 4-11, Mainline, EOC (Big Brother/Big Sister) and Family
and Children's Services (Interim Families), for the renewal of their Youth Pro-
grams, conditioned upon state approval, and contingent upon state funding, on
behalf of the County, for the calendar year 1976
RESOLUTION NO. 261—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS — TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Livesay Ayes — 13 Noes — 0
Excused — Representatives Miller, Watros — 2 Adopted
WHEREAS, the hst of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $1,189 27 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are
Capital Construction — Claim No 101 — $1,189 27
' RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amounts be and the same are hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 262—CANCELLATION OF TAXES — TOWN OF ULYSSES
Moved by Mr Haight, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
WHEREAS, a parcel of vacant land unlawfully appeared upon the 1972 As-
sessment Roll for the Town of Ulysses, in the Village of Trumansburg, described
thereon as tax map number 19-7-6-19, and
WHEREAS, said parcel was assessed for $100 and subsequently in 1973 and
thereafter the following taxes and penalties have been levied thereon
County $12 76
Town (in) 22
School 3 29 (Trumansburg Central)
Total $16 27
WHEREAS, it has been determined that the said parcel does not exist being
a part of surrounding parcels, and
216 December 8, 1975
WHEREAS, under Section 932 of the Real Property Tax Law it is hereby
recommended by the Director of Assessment and the Budget and Administration
Committee that the saidl taxes and penalties be canceled, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the said taxes and penalties be canceled and charged back
to the County, Town of Ulysses and Trumansburg Central School District as shown
above
RESOLUTION NO. 263 ;SETTING DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING — ESTAB-
LISHMENT OF RULES, REGULATIONS, FEES AND
RENTAL AT TOMPKINS COUNTY AIRPORT BY INTER-
STATE SCHEDULED AIRLINES
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
WHEREAS, a proposed ordinance establishing rules, regulations, fees and ren-
tal for use and occupancy of the Tompkins County Airport be interstate scheduled
airlines has been submitted to the board, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning & Public Works Commit-
tee, That a public hearing be held on the 22nd day of December, 1975, at 10 00 a m.
RESOLUTION NO. 264—APPROPRIATION FROM REVENUE SHARING FUND
BALANCE
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Ayes — 13 Noes — 0 Ex-
cused — Representatives Watros, Miller — 2 Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the sum of $730,000 be appropriated from Revenue Sharing Fund
Balance to
Account Name Amount
F7320 440 Interim Families Program $ 5,000
F9730 600 Payment of principal on Bond Anticipation
Note — Tompkins -Cortland Community College 275,000
F9730 700 Contribution to T C Hosp Fund Balance 450,000
$730,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfers on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 265—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—REVENUE SHARING FUNDS
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted with Mr Culhgan and
Mr Kidney casting dissenting votes
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That transfers of Revenue Sharing Funds be made as follows
From To Amount
F4510.400 Hospital Clinic F9730 700 Contrib.—TC Hosp Fund Bal $60 000
F9550 951 Co Hwy Develop F9730 700 Contrib —TC Hosp Fund Bal 16,255
$ 76,255
F9550 943 "New" Ct House Renov F9550 944 "Old" Ct House Renov $100,000
F9550 942 Bldg C F9550 944 "Old" Ct House Renov 125,000
F9550 952 Ind Pk Rd Prog F9550 944 "Old" Ct House Renov 50,000
$275,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County l Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfers on his books
December 8, 1975 217
RESOLUTION NO. 266—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION — TYPIST —
HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Culligan Adopted
' RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That one position of Typist (04-09) in the Director of Nursing office at the Hospital
be upgraded to Senior Typist (06-10), labor grade VI, competitive class, effective
immediately, monies for said position are in the 1975 and 1976 budgets
RESOLUTION NO. 267—DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING — LOCAL LAW NO. 2-
1975
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Robey Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Board
of Representatives will hold a public hearing on proposed Local Law No 2 — 1975
in the Board of Representatives' Chambers, Court House, Ithaca, New York, on
the 22nd day of December, 1975 at 10 15 o'clock in the forenoon thereof, author-
izing the Board of Representatives to appoint members from its Board to the
Board of Managers of the Tompkins County Hospital
Mr MacNeil placed the name of Donald Ryan in nomination as Chairman of
the Environmental Management Council for a term of one year effective January
1,1976 and expires December 31, 1976 Upon hearing no further nominations, the
Chairman declared Mr Ryan Chairman of said Council
, On motion, meeting adjourned at 12 40 p m
218 December 22, 1975
PUBLIC HEARING
December 22, 1975
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 10 00 a m on an Or-
dinance establishing rules, regulations, fees, and rental for use and occupancy of
Tompkins County Airport by Interstate Scheduled, Airlines.
Mr MacNeil asked if anyone wished to make a statement
George J King, Vice President of Public Affairs, Allegheny Airlines, gave
a background on negotiations and stated Allegheny's position In their view,
the sharp increase demanded by the county is unwarranted, unreasonable and
arbitrary He also spoke about the economy and oil sources and prices He said
the local Allegheny service here is provided at a loss even though passenger
service is at an all time high He said sooner or later these costs must be passed
through to the customers
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Mr MacNeil said it would be to the , county's advantage to negotiate a
settlement and they would like to negotiate a settlement He said their main
statement has been that they only wish to be comparative
Mr John Murphy said the last time the negotiating committee spoke m per-
son to an Allegheny Representative was August 5th although he has spoken to
him several times by telephone He said they are ready to further negotiate They
only want to be comparable with other airports
Upon hearing no further discussion, the hearing was closed at 10 25 a m
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PUBLIC HEARING
December 22, 1975
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 10 25 a m on Local Law
No 2—Authorize Board of Representatives to Appoint members from its Board
of Managers at Tompkins County Hospital.
COUNTY OF TOMPKINS
LOCAL LAW NO. 2-1975
A local law of the County of Tompkins, State of New York, authorizing the
Board of Representatives to appoint members from its Board to the Board of
Managers of the Tompkins County Hospital
BE IT ENACTED by the Board of Representatives of the County as follows
Section 1 The Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins is hereby
authorized to appoint members of said Board to the Board of Man-
agers of the Tompkins County Hospital
Section 2 Said members of the Board of Representatives appointed to the
Board of Managers of said hospital shall be appointed for terms of
office as set forth in Section 127 of the General Municipal Law of
the State of New York, provided, however, that the term of office
of said members shall automatically terminate at the end of the
representative's term m office
Section 3 This local law shall be effective immediately
No one appeared and the hearing was closed at 10 26 a m
December 22, 1975 219
REGULAR MEETING
December 22, 1975
The Chairman called the meeting to order
Present Representatives -15
Members and guests participated m the Pledge of Allegiance
The minutes of the December 8, 1975 meeting were approved subject to cor-
rection by the Clerk
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action
Copy of recommendations of Hospital Committee of the Tompkins County
Comprehensive Health Planning Council for new Board of Managers, resolution
from the Town of Ulysses i ecommending the appointment of Mrs Robert Beers to
the new Board of Managers, letter from Mayor Conley that he will represent the
City on Southern Tier East Regional Planning & Development Board, State De-
partment of Social Services sent copy of proposed legislation designed to reduce
expenditures in State Social Services 'Budget, Town of Danby Budget for 1976
Under privilege of the floor, Lydia Darling, Director of the Nutrition for the
Elderly Program, gave a progress report on the program Barbara Stewart from
Cooperative Extension Service also spoke about the program
Mr MacNeil made public a letter he wrote to Robert King who has been
acting airport manager since the death of Glenn Turner He expressed thanks
to Mr King for doing such a fine job Chairman Kerr also expressed thanks to
him on behalf of the whole Board of Representatives
Various committee chairmen reported as follows
Mr Dates, Chairman of the Budget and Administration Committee, said they
will be presenting resolutions later in the meeting
Mr Clynes, a member of the Health Committee, said the committee met with
Dr Salad]. and Mr Perkins of Perkins Funeral Home regarding the problem of
order of State Law on unattended deaths removal to hospitals They met this
morning with the Budget and Administration Committee and they have no recom-
mendation at this time They met with Dr Hamlisch and Mr Gibbons of the
Mental Health Department They approved the funding problem Mental Health
has in the four items underbudgeted at the beginning of the year that can't pos-
sibly be avoided There will be a resolution on that this morning There was dis-
cussion of the new psychiatric unit at the hospital The Health Committee feels
that the responsibility belongs with the Board of Managers since it is a hospital
function They were aprised of $3800 capital funding project to do with state
directives on life and safety measures This is a reduction from the original
budget Regarding Health Systems Agency, they had a written report outlining
the timetable of the Task Force at the present time and function of local Compre-
hensive Health Planning Regarding nominations from Tompkins County to the
permanent board, there will be three seats The Nominating Committee has been
appointed by Comprehensive Health Planning and are accepting nominations
He also reported that Mr Culligan has written members of the current Board of
Managers asking if they desire to be a member of the new board The Health Com-
mittee is accepting suggestions for the new fifteen member board Mr Culligan
is hopeful of having the new board seated by February 1, 1976
Mr Webster, Chairman of Intergovernmental Relations Committee, stated
the Tompkins County Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee held its second
meeting December 18 They have begun a process to get input from all units of
Tompkins County Government expressing their needs with respect to intergovern-
mental cooperation
Mrs Livesay said she attended a meeting of the Municipal Officials As-
sociation There were several items discussed that she felt the board would be
interested in such as the sales tax question and the association is going to be
requesting legislation at the state level to enable them to have an audit con-
ducted They also passed a resolution opposing the environmental act It was a
productive meeting
220 December 22I 1975
Mr Haight, Chairman of Public Safety and Correction Committee, said they
met and considered request by the Fire Coordinator for changing grade of wage
scale They considered change in state mandated law to supply counsel to indigent
persons in Family Court cases which the state is going to require They reviewed
the report for the Health Department in changes in Sheriff's kitchen facilities
to bring it up to health standards
Mr Webster reported they held their first meeting of the Criminal Justice
Board Mr Roger Sovocool was elected chairman and Mr James Johnston was
elected vice chairman
Mr Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said at their last meeting
they spent time discussing the county veterans' office and met with John Nulli-
gan, State Division of Veterans' Affairs They will discuss this matter further and
hope to come up with a recommendation by January 12 He mentioned there
will be a coffee tomorrow at 9 30 a m at the County Home to honor Dr Ralph
Low who is completing 33 years of practice as physician at the County Home Dis-
cussion was held regarding the 1976 Budget request and there have been many
complaints from both county representatives and taxpayers Mr Webster felt
there was a lack of knowledge as to what the expenditures of money to the
Department of Social Services actually meant Expenditures will be reviewed and
analyzed and Commissioner Wagner will get back to committee with statistics on
three items 1) Amount of welfare money out of budget paid to landlords in
Tompkins County, 2) Bonus value of food stamps which enter local economy, 3)
Amount that Medicaid might pay to our local physicians and provide us with
health care in Tompkins County They hope to have a report as soon as possible
Mr Miller also reported they met with Human Services and everything seems to
be going well
Mr MacNeil, Chairman of Planning and Public Works Committee, stated the
resolution regarding airport parking is going to be kept on the table until Jan-
uary 12 Last week he and Mr Liguori attended a regional meeting of the Southern
Tier East Regional Planning and Development Board and because of change in
By Laws will allow us to have four representatives instead of three Edward
Conley, Mayor of Ithaca, also attended that meeting In this year Tompkins County
will receive approximately $700,000 in aid through Southern Tier East for various
types of projects that go on in the county They had a Committee meeting and
discussed car rental at the airport and discussed car rental space for Social
Services cars through the city and the County Attorney is signing contract with
the city regarding this rental fee They discussed the Environmental Impact
Quality Review Act
There was discussion on the Route 96 plan for the bridge and road and Mr
Clynes brought to attention that the Environmental Impact Statement should be
in Washington and this is the last hurdle to get over They have written to
Congressmen McHugh and Walsh to ask them to' continue to follow this matter
They reviewed bids and have resolutions later in the meeting for award of bids
for the Highway Department He reported that the Environmental Management
Council met and Mr Ryan was presented and will, take over as Chairman January
1 They discussed the Route 13 Corridor relative to transportation and there is a
task force studying They are reviewing the State Environmental Report The
County Planning Board met December 10th and discussed several items Mrs
Livesay gave a report on the status quo of the Ad hoc Youth Committee There
also was a report by Mr Hayes, former leader of the Southern Tier East regarding
operation of the Board
Mr Murphy, County Administrator, reported relative to off-track betting He
pointed out that no commitment has been made Regarding the airport and
Allegheny Airlines, he says the County is trying to be reasonable and competitive
with rates of other comparable airports He feels the present rates are woefully
low 1
Mr Williamson, County Attorney, said they have a decision on the contempt
motion of Social Services workers against the County and Judge Yesovich denied
the motion and put everything back at status quo -18 hours CTO and no beepers
Chairman Kerr received communication' from Assemblyman Lee on the State
Environmental Quality Review Senator Bernie Smith and Commissioner Reed
December 22, 1975 221
assured that rules and regulations are going to be redrafted but Mr Lee recom-
mended going ahead with action this morning He pointed with pride on the man-
agement of the airport under difficult circumstances He commended each com-
mittee for the excellent job done this year
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mrs Livesay and adopted that a
resolution for audit of construction bills at TC3 be added to the agenda
RESOLUTION NO. 268—ADOPTION OF LOCAL LAW NO. 2-1975
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Clynes Adopted with Representative
Benson casting a dissenting vote
WHEREAS, a pubhc hearing has been held after notice required by law on
Local Law No 2-1975 authorizing the Board of Representatives to appoint mem-
bers from its Board to the Board of Managers of the Tompkins County Hospital,
and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on the 22nd day of December, 1975, at
10 15 o'clock in the morning thereof, no one appeared in opposition to said Local
Law No 2-1975, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That said Local
Law No 2-1975 be and the same hereby is adopted,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board publish a true copy of
said local law in the official newspapers of the County, for two successive weeks,
within ten days after this local law is adopted, and after said local law shall
have been finally adopted, the Clerk shall file within five days one certified copy
in the office of the County Clerk, one certified copy with the State Comptroller
and four certified copies with the Secretary of State
RESOLUTION NO. 269—AWARD OF BID—LANDFILL
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Webster Discussion took place
Resolution was adopted with Representative Livesay casting a dissenting vote
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids on
December 8, 1975, for one crawler tractor in accordance with specifications filed
in his office, and
WHEREAS, L B Smith, Inc of Syracuse, N Y is the lowest responsible bidder
meeting all specifications with a net bid of $79,992 00 including trade-in allowance
of $32,560 00 for one used crawler tractor, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the said bid of L B Smith, Inc of Syracuse, N Y in the amount of
$79,992 00 be and the same hereby is accepted and the Commissioner of Public
Works is authorized and directed to complete said transaction on behalf of the
County, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the sum of $6,000 00 be transferred from Sanitary Landfill
Code 8160 400 to 8160 200, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to make said transfer
RESOLUTION NO. 270—PURCHASE OF VEHICLES—VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
I Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
1 WHEREAS, the County Administrator has duly advertised for bids for auto-
mobiles with certain specifications for use by the Sheriff and Health Departments,
and
WHEREAS, Ray Stafford's Garage, Inc , Dryden, N Y is the lowest re-
sponsible bidder meeting all specifications for four (4) 1976 passenger vehicles
to be used by the Public Health Department with a net bid including trade-ins, of
$10,083, and
WHEREAS, Zikakis Chevrolet, Inc , Ithaca, N Y is the lowest responsible
bidder meeting all specifications for two (2) 1976 passenger vehicles to be used
by the Public Health Department with a gross bid of $6,090, and
WHEREAS, Erie J Miller, Inc , of Ithaca, N Y is the lowest responsible
bidder meeting all specifications for one (1) 1976 unmarked patrol vehicle to be
used by the Sheriff's Department with a net bid, including trade-in, of $3,713 25,
and
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222 December 22, 1975
WHEREAS, a bid has been received for the sale of one (1) used Public Health
vehicle m the amount of $825 to Albert M. Donohue of 513 N Cayuga Street,
Ithaca, N Y , now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the aforementioned bids for the purchase of said vehicles and sale of
one vehicle as set forth above be and the same hereby are accepted, and the de-
partment heads be and they hereby are authorized to complete said transactions
on behalf of the County
RESOLUTION NO. 271—AWARD OF BIDS HIGHWAY
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids in
accordance with specifications filed in his office on the following equipment
1—motor grader
1-2/ ton truck chassis
1-1/ ton truck chassis
1—horizontal discharge trailer
2—Brockway 10 wheel truck chassis
2—horizontal discharge bodies 1
WHEREAS, the following were the lowest responsible bidders meeting all
specifications as follows Charles F Blackwell, Inc , Horseheads, N Y , with a net
bid of $58,245 00 for one motor grader taking into consideration an allowance for
two used motor graders in the amount of $16,000 00 Cayuga Ford, Inc , Ithaca,
N Y , with a net bid of $5,982 00 for a 2/ ton truck chassis and $3,697 34 for a
1/ ton truck chassis, taking into consideration trade-in allowances on two (2)
used truck chassis Brockway Motor trucks, Elmira, N Y , with a net bid of
$64,000 00 for two heavy duty 10 -wheel truck chassis, including trade-in of $15,200
for 2 used Brockway trucks and 1 Ford truck Gateway Equipment Corporation,
Syracuse, N Y , with a net bid of $20,115 00 for 1 horizontal discharge trailer and
$18,000 00 for 2 horizontal discharge bodies, there being no trade-ins, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the aforementioned low bids be and the same hereby are accepted
and the Commissioner of Public Works is authorized and directed to complete
said transactions on behalf of the County ,
RESOLUTION NO. 272—AWARD OF BID—HIGHWAY
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Culligan A brief discussion took
place and the resolution was adopted
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids on
November 25, 1975, for one asphalt spreader m accordance with specifications
filed in his office, and
WHEREAS, Walter M Roberts Enterprises, Inc of Cazenovia, N Y is the
lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications with a net bid of $2,785 00,
there being no trade-in, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the said bid of Walter M Roberts Enterprises, Inc in the amount
of $2,785 00 be and the same hereby is accepted and the Commissioner of Public
Works is authorized and directed to complete said transaction on behalf of the
County
RESOLUTION NO. 273—ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE—TOMPKINS COUNTY
AIRPORT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Morse A brief discussion took place
and resolution was adopted
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after due notice required by law
on a proposed ordinance estabhshing rules, regulations, fees and rental for use
and occupancy of the Tompkins County Airport by interstate scheduled airlines,
and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on the 22nd day of December, 1975,
at 10 00 o'clock in the morning thereof, full discussion was had concerning the
proposed ordinance, now therefore be it
December 22, 1975 223
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That said ordinance be and the same hereby is adopted, effective immedi-
ately.
RESOLUTION NO 274—EXPRESSING OPPOSITION TO THE STATE
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW ACT IN ITS
APPLICATION TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Moved by Mr MacNeil, seconded by Mr Haight Discussion followed and
resolution was adopted with Representative Benson casting a dissenting vote
WHEREAS, the State Legislature did amend Article 8 of the Environmental
Conservation Law to include an Environmental Quality Review Law applicable to
all agencies of government in the State of New York, and
WHEREAS, said law did authorize the NYS Department of Environmental
Conservation to adopt regulations to implement the State Environmental Quality
Review Law, and
WHEREAS, during the course of the hearings in relation to the proposed
regulations, the full implications of the law and its effect upon government
decision making became more apparent, and
WHEREAS, it is clear that the law and the proposed regulations will impose
undue constraints upon almost every aspect of government decision making in-
volving activities on the land, air and water, and impose added expense at all
levels of government in the State of New York, and
WHEREAS, regulations dealing with the environment are already essential-
ly all inclusive and already provide reasonable and adequate protection to the
environment without the need for a further all encompassing and time consuming
review system, which is based upon unclear and undefinable criteria for judging
a quality environment and the impact of activities on that quality, therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That this Board expresses its opposition to the Environmental Quality
Review Law in its emerging form in that it is an unnecessary noble gesture which
will establish an unwieldy review process which will add little to the already
strong emphasis on environmental impact and will result in undue constraints
upon governmental decision making
RESOLVED, further That the Legislature of the State of New York is urged
to reconsider the law and its full implications,
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to Governor
Hugh Carey, Commissioner Ogden Reid, Senator William T Smith, and Assembly-
man Gary A Lee
RESOLUTION NO. 275—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
GROTON DAY CARE CENTER
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chairman
of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is authorized and directed to
execute a lease on behalf of the County with the Groton Day Care Center for a
one-year period, commencing November 1, 1975, with a 30 day cancellation clause
at the rental of $100 00 per month
RESOLUTION NO. 276—AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN DRAFTS—COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Miller Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget Committee, That the County
Administrator be and hereby is authorized and directed to sign all drafts of the
County of Tompkins
RESOLUTION NO. 277—APPORTIONING TAXES—JOHN I. AND VIOLA H.
MILLER PROPERTY
Moved by Mr Holden, seconded by Mr Dates Adopted
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins condemned certain property owned by
John I and Viola H Miller, and
WHEREAS, the taking was effective June 28, 1968, and
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WHEREAS, said property continued to 'remain in whole on the tax roll in the
name of John I and Viola H Miller, and
WHEREAS, the said John I and Viola 11 Miller continued to pay taxes on
said property up to and including the present time, and
WHEREAS, on said property John I and Viola H Miller have paid since the
date of taking to and including 1975 Town and County tax
School tax $384 42
County tax 91 93
Town tax 4818
Fire tax 10 49
Total $535 02
WHEREAS, said parcel should have been tax exempt since June 28, 1968, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the following sums be reimbursed to John I and Viola H Miller and
charged to the respective tax districts
School tax $384 42 Charge to the City of Ithaca School District
County tax 86 16 Charge to the County of Tompkins
Town tax 44 89 Charge to the Town of Lansing
Lansing Fire ,
District 9 76 Charge to the Town of Lansing Fire District
Total $525 23
RESOLUTION NO. 278—BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Holden Adopted
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the following budget adjustments be made
Increase Revenue Account-1060—Relevy of Return School Taxes $37,501 00
Increase Appropriation Account-1960—Unpaid School Taxes $37,501 00
Increase Revenue Account-3491—State Aid 'Alcoholic Addiction
Control $ 2,104 00
Increase Appropriation Account -4250 300—Supplies $ 197 00
4250 400—Contractual $ 1,668 00
4250 830—FICA $ 239 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said adjustments on this books
RESOLUTION NO. 279—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
Moved by Mr Morse, seconded by Mr Webster Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendaiton of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the following transfers be and they hereby are approved
Department From To Amount
Board of Representatives 1010 400 1010 300 $ 384 00
Clerk, Board of Representatives 1040 400 1040 300 26 74
County Court 1112 400 1112 100 238 73
County Court 1112 400 1112 300 264 01
County Court 1113 410 1113 100 247 49
County Court 1113 410 1113 310 114 75
Surrogate Court 1145 300 1145 400 36 00
Commissioner of Jurors 1155 400 1155 300 1 88
Legal Defense of Indigents 1170 400 1170 120 664 00
Medical Examiner 1185 300 1185 400 192 30
County Administrator 1230 300 1230 200 211 00
County Administrator 1230 300 1230 400 9 71
County Administrator 1230 400 1230 200 653 00
Assessment 1355 400 1358 400 1,054 00
Assessment 1356 400 1358 400 744 00
County Attorney 1420 300 1420 400 34 91
Personnel 1430 410 1430 400 108 09
Board of Elections 1450 400 1450 200 10 30
Building and Grounds 1620 410 1620 440 57 00
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Department From To Amount
Building and Grounds 1620 460 1620 440 387 80
Central Printing and Mailing 1670 300 1670 320 310 00
Central Printing and Mailing 1670 310 1670 320 50 00
Central Printing and Mailing 1670 400 1670 320 34 00
Central Printing and Mailing 1670 410 1670 320 138 00
Sheriff 3110 410 3110 300 13
Sheriff 3110 410 3110 400 77 82
Probation 3140 400 3140 100 346 23
Jail 3150 300 3150 200 320 00
Jail 3150 300 3150 400 1,182 00
Fire and Disaster Coordinator 3410 400 3410 100 36 08
Fire and Disaster Coordinator 3410 400 3410 300 689 00
County Sealer 3630 400 3630 300 190 27
Public Health 4010 110 4010 810 1,245 24
Public Health 4010 110 4010 860 993 74
Pubhc Health 4010 830 4010 200 133 82
Public Health 4010 330 4010 860 746 93
Contract Services Medical
Assistance Program 4011 810 4011 400 1,247 00
4011840 4011400 100 00
4011860 4011400 79 00
4011 830 4011400 700 00
4011300 4011400 467 00
Alcoholism Coordinator 4250 810 4250 300 730 00
Alcoholism Coordinator 4250 840 4250 300 8 87
4250 860 4250 300 320 00
4250 830 4250 300 9913
Mental Health 4310 300 4310 860 285 43
4310 420 4310 840 501 58
4310 830 4310 860 246 79
4310 410 4310 860 7 49
Social Services Administration 6010 400 6010 300 2,346 00
6010 400 6010 500 605 68
6010 830 6010 100 1,053 87
6010 830 6010 400 217 04
Social Services County Home 6030 300 6030 400 1,125 84
Social Services County Farm 6090 400 6090 300 1,586 21
Social Services Medical
Assistance 6101 400 6140 400 14,875 81
Social Services Child Care 6119 400 6103 400 $ 350 00
Social Services Child Care 6119 400 6109 400 12,409 00
Social Services Child Care 6119 400 6123 400 73,500 00
Social Services Child Care 6119 400 6140 400 8,497 00
CETA 6380 400 6250 430 4,700 54
6380 400 6250 100 416 51
6380 400 6250 440 1,939 00
6380 400 6250 450 92,174 00
6380 400 6250 420 50,000 00
6380 400 6250 430 40,057 00
6250 430 6250 100 80,500 00
6380 400 6380 100 6,971 00
Office for the Aging 7610 400 7610 300 367 94
Planning 8020 200 8020 400 283 00
Human Rights Commission 8040 300 8040 200 50 00
Sanitary Landfill 8160 400 8160 300 3,968 70
Highway D5110 300 5110 400 1,941 49
5110 830 5110 860 1,454 79
Hospital C4510 200 4510 100 2,785 00
4510 300 4510 100 131,762 00
4510 400 4510 100 116,311 00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books
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RESOLUTION NO. 280—APPROPRIATION FROM VARIOUS FUNDS—
VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
Moved by Mr Morse, seconded by Mr Robey' Ayes -13 Noes -0
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com.
mittee, That the following appropriations be and they hereby are approved
From Contingent Fund Code 1990 To
Department Account Amount
Board of Representatives 1010 1 30 00
Clerk, Board of Representatives 1040 11 2,400 00
County Court 11101 17,500 00
Family Court 1140 1 1,780 00
Surrogate Court 11451 1,710 00
Surrogate Court 1145 4 195 74
Commissioner of Jurors 11551 1,410 00
1155 4 26 33
District Attorney 1165 1 10,220 00
Medical Examiner 1185 1 1,220 00
County Administrator 1230 1 2,620 00
Assessment 1355 1 2,700 00
1355 3 63100
1355 4 986
1356 1 2,150 00
1356 3 91 00
1357 1 4,630 00
1357 3 1800
1357 4 608 00
1358 1 2,010 00
1358 3 273 00
1358 4 2,681 08
County Clerk 14101 1,300 00
Motor Vehicles 1411 1 3,820 00
County Attorney 1420 1 2,440 00
Personnel 1430 3 1,515 00
Board of Elections 1450 1 2,160 00
Public Works 14901 2,170 00
Buildings and Grounds 16201 43400
Central Printing and Mailing 16701 820 00
Sheriff 31101 34,300 00
Probation 31401 2,500 00
Jail 31501 8,805 00
Fire and Disaster Coordinator 34101 5,330 00
County Sealer 36301 915 00
Comprehensive Health Planning 40801 710 00
Mental Health 4310 1 6,000 00
4310 3 8715
Social Services Administration 60101 61,490 00
Social Services County Home 6030 1 8,600 00
Veterans 6510 1 1,410 00
Planning 8020 1 5,200 00
8020 2 283 00
8020 3 1,143 00
8020 4 71 18
Human Rights Commission 80401 300 00
Sanitary Landfill 81601 800 00
Total $211,423 34
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Appropriate from General Fund Balance (A599) To
Department Account Amount
Legal Defense of Indigents 1170 12 $ 14,284 00
Personnel 1430 4 1,913 00
Printing and Supply 1670 32 3,889 28
Education of Handicapped Children 2960 4 3,592 00
Sheriff 3110 3 17,735 00
3110 4 2,523 00
Jail 3150 4 1,449 00
Fire and Disaster Coordinator 3410 21 232 00
3410 3 442 00
Contract Services Medical
Assistance Program 40114 9 00
Alcoholic Addiction Control 4250 4 938 00
4250 239 00
Mental Health 4310 43 1,583 00
4310 86 1,543 00
Psychiatric Expense 4390 4 11,010 00
Social Services Administration 6010 3 2,565 00
Social Services Health Insurance 6010 86 3,921 00
Social Services Medical Assistance 61014 100,000 00
Celebrations—Veterans' Day 7550 41 555 00
Conservation 8730 400 25,559 00
Health Insurance 9060 5,297 82
Hospital 9514 41 81,909 00
Total $281,188 10
Appropriate from Airport Fund Balance (B599) To
Airport B5610 4 13,518 00
Appropriate from Highway Fund Balance (D599) To
Highway D3310 1 2,560 00
50101 2,020 00
51101 34,060 00
Total $ 38,640 00
Appropriate from Library Fund Balance (L599) To
Library L7410 1 12,295 06
7410 4 7,008 81
7410 81 52 05
741084 75950
7410 86 1,365 82
Total $ 21,481 24
RESOLVED, further that, the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books
RESOLUTION NO. 281—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
TOMPKINS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS' COUNCIL,
INC.
Moved by Mr Miller, seconded by Mrs Livesay Adopted
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute a contract with
the Tompkins County Senior Citizens' Council, Inc for recreation for the elderly
project for the year 1976, which will provide a total payment of $10,000 00 of
which $4,144 00 shall be reimbursed by the State of New York,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized to execute a Municipal Application Form with the New York State
Executive Department, Office for the Aging, for the purpose of securing said
reimbursement
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RESOLUTION NO. 282—DESIGNATION OP OFF CIAL NEWSPAPERS
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Holden It was Moved by Mrs Benson,
seconded by Mrs Livesay, that the newspapers Ithaca Journal and Newfield News
be designated There was discussion and it was Moved by Mr Haight, seconded
by Mr Miller, That the resolution be tabled until January 12th Board meeting
Motion to Table Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the following newspapers be and they hereby are designated
as official newspapers of the County of Tompkins as required by State Law for
the publication of all local laws, notices and )other matters required by law to be
published exclusive of concurrent canvass and tax notices, to wit Ithaca Journal,
Ithaca, New York and Rural News, Dryden, New w York
RESOLUTION NO. 283—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mrs Livesay, seconded by Mr1 Miller Discussion followed pertain-
ing to policy and whether the Director of the Office for the Aging should be
given authorization to execute certain contracts to carry out their programs
The committee was asked to bring in a recommendation in general Resolution
was adopted. '
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That
the agreement between the Tompkins County Office for the Aging, City of Ithaca.
Town of Ithaca and Groff Associates for payment of the operating deficit of
transit services for senior citizens in designated parts of the City and Town of
Ithaca be and the same hereby is approved, Said amount not to exceed $2,000 00,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute said agreement on behalf of the County
I
RESOLUTION NO. 284—ON AUDIT i I
Moved by Mr Dates, seconded by Mr Morse Ayes -13 Noes -0 Excused—
Representatives Kidney, MacNeil -2 Adopted
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to
General Fund $174,200 63
Encumbrance I 285 00
County Self Insurance 1,375 39
Dog Fund I 3,312 50
Printing Transfers ,1 4,037 66
Airport 1 5,087 08
Highway '16,295 74
Federal Revenue Sharing 937 48
$105,531 48
be and hereby are audited by this Board at' the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated
therefor
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RESOLUTION NO. 285—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr' Miller Ayes -13 Noes -0 Excused—
Representatives Kidney and MacNeil -2 Adopted)
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited ;by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $16,170 00 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are
Claim No 102—Construction Costs—$16,170 00
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amount be and the same are hereby audited
and approved, 1
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RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor
RESOLUTION NO. 286—RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION—HOWARD R.
BRENTLINGER
Moved by Mr Webster, unanimously seconded and adopted
WHEREAS, on January 1, 1968 management of the Cornell Library passed
from the Cornell Library Association to the County, and
WHEREAS, the first Board of Trustees appointed Howard R Brentlinger,
former Director of the Cornell Library, Director of the new Tompkins County
Public Library, and
WHEREAS, the essential quality services furnished by the Tompkins County
Public Library were developed under lus leadership, and
WHEREAS, the said Howard R Brentlinger performed his duties with
diligence as Director of the Tompkins County Public Library, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, unanimously by this Board, That the members express their
deep appreciation to the said Howard R Brentlinger for the years of service
rendered to the citizens of Tompkins County as Director of the Tompkins County
Public Library.
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy of
this resolution to the said Howard R Brentlinger
RESOLUTION NO. 287—DATE OF ORGANIZATION MEETING
Moved by Mr Culligan, seconded by Mr Miller, adopted
RESOLVED, That in accordance with Section 151 of the County Law, the
Organization Meeting of the Board of Representatives shall be held at 10 00
a m January 5, 1976, in the Representatives' Chambers of the Court House, Ithaca,
New York
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller and adopted, That the
Rules of the Board be waived so appointments to the Library Board of Trustees
and Mental Health Board can be made at this meeting
Mr Webster placed in nomination for appointment to the Tompkins County
Library Board of Trustees the names of Mrs Alice Young to succeed herself for
a five-year term, said term expires December 31, 1980 Mr James Buyoucos to
succeed himself for a five-year term, said term expires December 31, 1980 Mr
Wilham Scoones to fill the unexpired term of Arthur Mizener who resigned, said
term expires December 31, 1978 Mrs Joan Ormondroyd for a five-year term, said
term expires December 31, 1980 Mr George M Finley for a five-year term, said
term expires December 31, 1980 Upon hearing no further nominations, the chair-
man declared the above-named persons members of the Library Board of Trustees
Mr Robey placed in nomination for appointment to the Mental Health Board,
the names of Ruth Pettengill to succeed herself for a term of four years The
term expires December 31, 1979 Michael Ouckama to succeed himself for a term
of four years Said term expires December 31, 1979 John R Weisz to succeed
himself for a four-year term Said term expires December 31, 1979 Dr Willard
C Smidt to replace Dr David Hammond who resigned, for a four-year term Said
term expires December 31, 1979 Upon hearing no further nominations, the chair-
man declared the above-named persons members of the Mental Health Board
It was Moved by Mr Webster, seconded by Mr Miller, That Mrs Barbara
Fellows be reappointed as Republican Election Commissioner for a term of two
years Motion adopted
Chairman Kerr said there will be a report and recommendation for Keeper
of the Covered Bridge in Newfield He also expressed appreciation to all members
of the County Board for the successful year he believes it was
The meeting was adjourned at 12 30 p m until December 31 at 10 00 a m
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York
PROPOSED
AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE
TOMPKINS COUNTY BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
AND
THE CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION, INC.
January 1 -December 31, 1975
AGREEMENT
AGREEMENT, made as of the first day of January, 1975, by and between the
County of Tompkins, hereinafter referred to as the County, and the Tompkins
County Chapter of The Civil Service Employees' Association, Inc , hereinafter
referred to as the Association I
1 The Public Employees Fair Employment Act of the State of New York, the
other provisions of the Civil Service Law, and local laws and resolutions now or
hereafter adopted by the County which are not inconsistent with said Act shall
govern the terms of this agreement
II RECOGNITION
1 The County recogmzes the Association as the sole and exclusive rep-
resentative for all employees, excluding elected officials Attached hereto and
made a part hereof, marked Exhibit A, Is a copy of the resolution adopted by
the Tompkins County Public Employment Relations Board, dated December 6,
1971, recognizing said bargaining agent
2 The Association affirms that it does not assert the right to strike
against the employer, to assist or participate, in any such strike, or to impose an
obligation upon its members to conduct or to participate in such a strike At-
tached hereto and made a part hereof, marked Exhibit B, is said affirmation of
said bargaining agent
III COMPENSATION I j
1 Schedules of approved wage scales (Exhibit C) and schedules of job
classifications slotted in proper labor grades (Exhibit D) are attached to and mads
a part of this agreement
a) The salary shown in Exhibit 'C for all employees of the County
Home who live at the County Home and employees of the Probation Department
at the Intensive Supervision Facility does include an allowance of $1,200 to com-
pensate for room and board
2 Commencing January 1, 1975, County employees authorized to use
their personal vehicles in the absence of a County vehicle will be paid 13 cents
per mile for the use of such vehicles
3 Annual Salary Increases
The County shall grant, as of Januaryll, 1975, salary increases to the
next step These increases shall equal the annual increment for the salary grade
in which the employees' classification falls However, when in the opinion of the
appointing authority, an employee's performance is unsatisfactory, the appointing
authority will recommend in writing to the Commissioner of Personnel that the
annual increment be withheld and the reason for such action, with a copy to the
employee
4 The County will pay a four (4) per cent premium of the employee's
actual salary to all employees who are assigned to work a regularly scheduled
second or third shift
a) Regularly scheduled spht shifts will be paid in the following
manner where the second part of the shift begins four (4) hours after the end
of the first part of the shift, regularly scheduled hours worked in the second
part of the shift will be paid shift premium provided they''comply with night
shift definition as set forth in Section III 9 b) Shift premium will be paid only
for those hours for which salary is paid
5 Payment for part-time employees or overtime worked will be made
on the basis of the annual salary for the classification concerned divided by the
department's standard annual work hours
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6 All new employees will be hired at the minimum salary
7 Any person reinstated within one year from the date of resigna-
tion in the same classification and the same department may be reinstated at the
same step as earned at the time of resignation
a) Any person reinstated within one year from the date of resigna-
tion in the same classification but a different department would be hired at the
nunimum salary of the labor grade in which the classification falls After twelve
weeks of employment, the employee would move to the same step as earned at
the time of resignation
8 Overtime Compensation
a) Overtime compensation shall be as follows except where federal
laws, state laws, or this contract provide differently
b) Definition—Overtime—Defined as the computation of all hours
worked by an employee beyond the total hours of the normal pay period of the
particular county department
c) Overtime shall be computed as follows Authorized overtime
will be credited to an employee in units of one-tenth of an hour
d) Tardiness Regular time shall be computed from the normal
startmg time of each employee's regularly scheduled shift In the event of tardi-
ness, the time deducted will be computed m one-tenth hour units
e) Except in emergencies, no employee shall work overtime unless
said overtime is necessary and has prior approval by the appropriate department
head or his designee
f) Employees in the Highway Department who are called in to work
outside the regular shift will be guaranteed a minimum of four (4) hours work
g) On-call in the Child Protective Unit of the Tompkins County
Social Services Department will be shared among the total Caseworker profes-
sional staff The individual who is on call will be provided with a communication
device for alerting the employee For the purpose of being on call, the individual
will receive one hour of compensatory time off for each week -day and two hours
of compensatory time off for Saturday and two hours for Sunday, and 35 hours of
compensatory time off for each holiday In addition to the above, the employee
will receive compensatory time off for actual time spent rendering service
h) Earned overtime will be compensated by compensatory time off
(an equivalent period of time off) at a time which will not interfere with the
effective operation of the department When it is impracticable to grant com-
pensatory time off within a reasonable period, the department head will recom-
mend to the Board of Representatives, through the Personnel Committee, that
the employee be paid for overtime work
i) Compensatory time off may be accrued to a maximum of five days,
which time must be taken within one year from the time the maximum is gained
Compensatory time off may not be taken in conjunction with vacation or holiday
except on approval of the department head
j) The following positions will not earn compensatory time off
credits, but may only be granted time off at the discretion of the department
head or his delegate Where jobs are created, the Commissioner of Personnel will
meet with the Association to review additions to the list
Accounting Supervisor, Grade B
Airport Manager
Assistant Assessor
Assistant Director of Assessment
Assistant County Attorney
Assistant Director of Nursing
Assistant District Attorney
Assistant Hospital Administrator
Assistant Hospital Admimstrator
Trainee
Assistant Library Director II
Assistant Matron -Cook
Associate Planner
Automotive Shop Foreman
Biochemist
Building Maintenance Foreman
Buyer
Case Supervisor, Grade A
Case Supervisor, Grade B
Chief Clerk, Surrogate Court
Chief Criminal Investigator
Clerk, Board of Representatives
Clerk, Family Court
Clinical Psychologist
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Assistant to Commissioner
of Mental Health
Associate Pathologist
Commissioner of Health
Commissioner of Jurors
Commissioner of Mental Health
Commissioner of Personnel
Commissioner of Planning
Commissioner of Public Works
Commissioner of Social Services
Coordinator of Rehabilitation
Services
County Attorney
County Fire and Disaster
Coordinator
County Home Matron
County Home Superintendent
Court Attendant
Court Reporter I
Credit Manager
Criminal Investigator
Dental Director
Deputy Clerk, Board of
Representatives
Deputy Clerk, Family Court
Deputy County Clerk
Deputy County Treasurer
Deputy Health Commissioner
Dietitian
Director of Administrative Services
Director of Assessment
Dierctor of Day Care Center
Director of Food Services
Director of Laboratory
(Pathologist)
Director of Nursing
Director of Public Health Nursing
Director of Radiology
Director of Rehabilitation
Director of Social Services
Director of Veterans' Service Agency
Executive Housekeeper
Food Production Manager
Food Service Supervisor
General Highway Foreman
Grounds Foreman
Head Janitor
Head Nurse
Highway Construction Foreman
Hospital Administrator
Hospital Comptroller
Hospital Maintenance Foreman
Hospital Physician
Hospital Plant Supervisor
Hospital Volunteer Services
Supervisor
Inhalation Therapist
Institution Farmer
Jail Physician
Commissioner of Budget
arid Administration
Commissioner(s) of Election
Junior Engineer
Junior Librarian
Laborer (Landfill)
Landfill Supervisor
Laundry Supervisor
Library Director IV
Medical Director
Medical Examiner
Medical Records Librarian
Medical Social Worker
Medical Worker
Microbiologist
Motor Equipment Operator
(Landfill)
Motor Vehicle Bureau Supervisor
Office Manager
Operating Room Manager
Personnel Clerk
Pharmacist
Physician—County Home
Probation Director II
Psychiatric Social Worker
Public Health Sanitarian
Purchasing Agent
Radiologist
Registered Professional Nurse
(Clinical Teacher)
Resource Investigator
Sealer of Weights and Measures
Senior Assessor
Senior Caseworker
Senior Civil Engineer
Senior Environmental Health
Technician
Senior Librarian I
Senior Librarian II
Senior Nurse
Senior Planner
Senior Public Health Engineer
Senior X-ray Technician
Sergeant'Deputy Sheriff
Social Services Attorney
Staff Development Coordinator
Supervising Clinical Psychologist
Supervising Inhalation Therapist
Supervising Medical Social Worker
Supervising Microbiologist
Supervising Nurse
Supervising Pharmacist
Supervising Probation Officer
Supervising Psychiatric Social
Worker
Supervising Psychiatrist
Supervising Public Health Nurse
Technical Director, School of X-ray
Technology
Undersheriff
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9 Employee—Definition
a) Full-time employee—All employees are to be considered full-
time employees unless they come under one of the following definitions
(1) Part-time employees—Part-time employment means any em-
ployment or combination of one or more employments in Tompkins County in
which an individual works less than fifty percent of the time prescribed as a
normal work week by the appropriate governing body or other appropriate
authority of the civil division or wherein the employee earns not more than
twenty-five hundred dollars ($2,500 00) annually
(2) Temporary employee—A temporary employee is a person
hired for a period not exceeding one month when the need for such service is
important and urgent A temporary appointment may be made for a period
exceeding one month under the following circumstances only
When an employee is on leave of absence from his position, a
temporary appointment to such position may be made for a
period not exceeding the authorized duration of such leave
of absence as prescribed by statute or rule
(3) Seasonal employee—A seasonal employee is a person hired
to fill a position where the nature of the service is such that it is not continuous
throughout the year but recurs in each successive year
10 Work Shift—Definitions
a) Day shift—Any shift starting from 6 00 a m through 11 59 a m
b) Night shift—Any shift starting from 12 00 noon through 4 59 p m
(second shift)
Any shift starting from 5 00 p m through 5 59 a m
(third shift)
be
IV WORK WEEK
The work week, based on an annual salary, for all county employees will
32 5 hours—Election Commissioners
37 5 hours—Hospital (line personnel), County Home
40 0 hours—Hospital (staff personnel), Public Works (except
clerical), Sheriff, Highway Department
35 0 hours—All other departments, Public Works (Highway) clerical
An employee automatically accepts the standard work week of the de-
partment as a condition of employment
V HOLIDAYS
1 The following paid holidays shall be observed by the County of
Tompkins New Year's Day, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Me-
morial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, General Election Day,
Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
2 All departments shall close on these holidays except the Hospital,
Sheriff's Department, County Home, Public Works which shall be open when
necessary
If a holiday falls on Sunday, it will be observed on the following Mon-
day If a holiday falls on Saturday, it will be observed on the previous Friday
except that the following departments will be open Clerk of the Board
County Clerk, Civil Office of the Sheriff, Surrogate, Budget and Administration
3 For those departments which work on holidays, the employees must be
compensated by compensatory time off The department head shall be re-
sponsible for scheduling time off within six (6) weeks before or six (6) weeks
after the holiday
a) Those employees who work on the holiday may suggest to the
department head a date or dates (not to exceed three dates) to be observed as
the holiday The department head will give consideration to the employee's sug-
gested dates The sole and final responsibility for deciding the day off in lieu
of the holiday remains the prerogative of the department head
4 If a scheduled holiday falls on an employee's regularly scheduled day
off, the employee will be granted an extra day without loss of pay
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VI VACATION
1. Annual vacation with pay will be granted to full-time employees, us-
ing the employee's anniversary date as the qualifying date each year
2. Vacation for the year 1975
Maximum Vacation
Length of Continuous Service (Working Days)
0 months to 6 months 0
More than 1 year but less than 7 years 10
(except that 5 of the 10 days earned in
the first year may be taken after the
first six months of continuous employment)
More than 7 years but less than 16 years 15
More than 16 years 1 20
3 Vacation may not be accumulated and must be taken within the
twelve months following the employee's anniversary date
4 Earned vacation time shall be paid to all employees upon termina-
tion of their employment with the county, or their death, except that those em-
ployees who are discharged for cause or who do not give at least two weeks
written notice to the Commissioner of Personnel 'of their resignation will not be
paid terminal vacation pay
5 All vacation time must be requested of and approved by the depart-
ment head or his designee in advance of the vacation The department head will
be responsible for scheduling vacation time
6 If a scheduled holiday falls within an employee's vacation period,
he will be granted an extra day of vacation without loss of pay
7 Employees who are taken sick or injured while on vacation may
charge such time to sick leave effective from the time the employee sees a doctor
through the period of disability covered by the 'doctor's statement, which state-
ment must be submitted to the department head for transmittal to the Commis-
sioner of Personnel
VII LEAVE
1 Employees must report all absence or tardiness as early as possible
by contacting the department head and giving the following information name,
reason for absence, and length of time expected to be absent
2 Each full-time employee shall accumulate sick leave time at the rate
of one day per month, to a maximum of 120'working days
3 A maximum of three days of the twelve sick days per year may be
used, if prior approval is given by the department head, for personal business
except after notice of termination has been filed
a) Sick leave days are the only days which an employee may ac-
cumulate from year to year
4 Employees absent from work for five or more consecutive days due
to personal illness or accident shall submit to the Personnel Department a doctor's
statement covering the complete absence (form I supplied by Tompkins County)
before returning to work and/or receiving sick pay
a) For each additional two-week period of absence, the employee
shall submit a new doctor's statement to the Personnel Department before re-
ceiving his sick pay
5 Maternity Leave—Maternity leave will be granted, at the employee's
request, up to four months without pay after the' completion of one year of con-
tinuous service 1 I
6 In the event of a death in the immediate family (spouse, son daugh-
ter mother, father, sister, brother, or spouse's mother or father, or grandparents
and grandchilden) of an employee of the County, said employee shall be entitled
to time off with pay for the purpose of attending the funeral, through the date
of interment, not to exceed four (4) regularly scheduled work days Compensa-
tion shall be at the employee's regular hourly rate, exclusive of any shift dif-
ferential, and shall not exceed the standard hours for that department A state-
ment covering the absence (form supplied by the Personnel Department) must be
signed and returned to the Personnel Department on the day the employee re-
turns to work
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! 7 Employees with accumulated sick leave in excess of 120 days will not
accumulate any more sick time until personal illness deletes their sick leave below
the maximum accumulation of 120 days
8 Snow Days—If county departments are closed by the chairman of the
Board or one of his delegates, all employees will be paid for that day and an-
nouncement of the closing for the first shift and other times when appropriate will
be made on the radio or in the news media except that the Sheriff, County Home,
Airport, Hospital and Highway Departments shall establish their own procedure
regarding announcement
If county departments are not officially closed and an employee
cannot come to work because of snow, then compensation for such employee shall
be as follows
(1) If they have compensatory time, they will use this first,
(2) If no compensatory time and they have unused personal days
to the extent allowed by Section VII -3 of the Tompkins County/CSEA Agreement,
they will use this next,
(3) If no compensatory or personal time and they have accrued va-
cation time, they may request the department head to use vacation time for snow
days,
(4) If they have neither (1), (2), or (3), they will not be paid
VIII RETIREMENT INSURANCE
1 The 1/60 non-contributory retirement plan, Section 75-c, will remain
in effect as adopted by the Board of Supervisors on August 28, 1967 All retire-
ment will be based on the 55 -year plan
a) During the contract year 1975, the death benefit will be paid in
accordance with the provisions of Section 60-b of the New York State Employees'
Retirement Law
b) A pension of 1/60 of an employee's final average salary for each
year of service rendered after April 1, 1960, as provided by Section 75-c of the
New York State Retirement Law in effect as of January 1, 1973
IX HEALTH INSURANCE
1 The present health insurance plan for County employees shall con-
tinue in effect Premiums as estabhshed by the New York State Insurance De-
partment will be used
a) During the contract year 1975, the employer shall pay 90 percent
of the individual employee premium and 50 percent of the employee dependents'
coverage
X REST PERIODS
All full-time employees will be allowed a twenty -minute rest period for
each full shift they work
XI RECIPROCAL RIGHTS
1 The County will not interfere with, restrain, or coerce the employees
because of membership or lawful activity in the Association, nor will the County
discriminate in respect to hiring
2 The County recognizes the right of the employees to designate rep-
resentatives of the Association to appear on their behalf
3 The Association will promptly advise the Commissioner of Personnel,
in writing, of all its officials and representatives, and of any changes
4 The County recommends that officials and representatives will not
exceed one employee per department per shift
5 The Association shall have the right to post notices and communica-
tions on the bulletin boards maintained on the premises and facilities of the
County, subject to the approval of such notices by the Commissioner of Person-
nel.
6 The Association agrees that it and its members will restrict the
amount of necessary Association activity conducted on County time to the lowest
possible minimum, and agrees to use everything in its power to prevent abuses
using County time privilege, and to discipline its members when necessary for
any abuse of this privilege
236 Tompkins County, New York
7 All Association officials and representatives shall obtain permis-
sion from their department heads for them to leave their jobs
8 Union time off—Time off without pay shall be granted for union
conferences, provided ten working days' notice 1 is given, in writing, to the de-
partment head, with a limit of one person per department at one time The em-
ployee may alternatively charge such time against compensatory tune off, vaca-
tion time, or personal time There will be a maximum limit of five days per
person per year
XII PERSONNEL FILES—Each employee shall be given copies of all job
evaluations that are placed in the employee's personnel file He shall have the
opportunity to sign, date and submit any response he desires to the evaluation
The employee's personnel files are those in the Personnel Office The only
recognized personnel file is that kept in the personnel office and only that file
may be the basis of disciplinary action All papers over three years old are null
and void per Section 75 of the Civil Service Law
XIII MANAGEMENT RIGHTS
Except as expressly limited by other provisions of this agreement, all
of the authority, rights and responsibilities possessed by the County are retained
by it, including, but not limited to, the right to determine the mission, purposes,
objectives, hours, scheduling, days off, and policies of the County, to determine
the facilities, methods, means and number of personnel required for conduct of
County programs, to administer the New York State Civil Service Law, including
the examination, selection, recruitment, hiring, appraisal, training, retention,
promotion, assignment, or transfer of employees pursuant to law, to direct, deploy,
and utilize the work force, to establish specifications for each class of positions
and to classify or reclassify and to allocate or reallocate new or existing positions
in accordance with law, and to discipline or discharge employees in accordance
with law and the provisions of this agreement
XIV PROMOTION
1 Promotion means any employee who moves from his present posi-
tion to a higher rated position By such movement, the employee will be moved
to an appropriate step level to guarantee an, increase in annual salary
2 Competitive class jobs will be filled in accordance with Civil Service
Law
3 The County, through the office ofd the Commissioner of Personnel,
shall post, when possible, any new jobs and/or vacancies These will be either full
descriptions or a summarized list
XV TERMINATION ,
Employees in the non-competitive, labor, exempt and Flaherty class
shall be accorded the same rights that competitive class employees have under
provisions of Section 75 of the Civil Service Law, after two years of continuous
service with the county
XVI LABOR MANAGEMENT MEETINGS
There will be on one month's notice from either party, at least three
labor management meetings each calendar year At the time of the request, the
party requesting the meeting will supply the agenda of items to be discussed at
such meeting The Association will be represented by the following only
president of the chapter and a representative of the following departments
Hospital, Social Services, Health, Public Works, Sheriff, Court House complex,
Library, and whoever else present they feel necessary to discuss items on the
agenda The Commissioner of Personnel must be ipresent, and he may have whom-
ever else present he feels necessary to discuss items on the agenda
SECTION XVII OUT OF TITLE WORK
A joint study committee shall be established to study the problem of out -of -
title work, and shall be composed of three people from each side There will be
two weeks notice from either party to schedule a meeting
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' XVIII AGREEMENT
A copy of this agreement, including the grievance procedure, will be
given to all present employees, and to all new employees upon beginning employ-
ment It shall also be the responsibihty of the Personnel Office to send to each
department for posting, any changes in the contract
XIX DURATION
This agreement shall become effective as of January 1, 1975 and re-
main m force and effect through December 31, 1975
XX SAVING CLAUSE
In the event any provisions of this agreement shall conflict with any of
the provisions or requirements of any state or federal law, the provisions of the
state or federal law shall prevail and the agreement shall not be invalidated by
such a conflict
XXI GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
1 Definitions
As used herein, the following definitions shall have the following
meanings
a) "Employee" shall mean any person directly employed and com-
pensated by the County of Tompkins
b) "Grievance" shall mean any claimed violation, misinterpreta-
tion, or inequitable application of the existing laws, provisions of this contract,
rules, procedures, regulations, administrative orders or work rules of the County
of Tompkins or a department thereof, which relates to or involves employee
health, safety, physical facilities, materials or equipment furmshed to employees,
or supervision of employees, provided, however, that such term shall not in-
clude any matter involving an employee's rate of compensation, retirement bene-
fits, disciplinary proceeding or any other matter which is otherwise reviewable
pursuant to law or any rule or regulation having the force and effect of law
c) "Supervisor" shall mean an employee or officer on a higher
level of authority above the employee and who assigns and supervises the em-
ployee's work and approves his time record or evaluates his work performance
d) "Days" shall mean all days other than Saturdays, Sundays, and
legal holidays Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays shall be excluded in com-
puting the number of days within which action must be taken or notice given
within the terms of this grievance procedure
e) "Appointing authority" means anybody having the power of
appointment to subordinate positions
f) "C S E A " means the Tompkins County Chapter of The Civil
Service Employees' Association, Inc
2 Declaration of Basic Principle
Every employee of this County shall have the right to present his
grievance in accordance with the procedures provided herein, free from inter-
ference coercion, restraint, disenmination or reprisal and shall have the right to
be, represented by a representative of the Association at all stages of the grievance
procedure
3 Grievance Procedure
a) Every employee of Tompkins County shall have the right to
present to his immediate supervisor, or appointing authority, within five (5) days
after the grievance occurs, either orally or in writing, any grievance that falls
within the scope of the definition set forth in paragraph 1 b) above
b) If the matter is satisfactorily resolved, the employee, super-
visor, or appointing authority and Association representative, if any, shall each
sign a memorandum showing the nature of the grievance and stating that the
matter has been satisfactorily resolved A copy of this memorandum shall im-
mediately be sent to the Commissioner of Personnel, which memorandum shall
remain filed permanently in the employee's file
c) If the matter is not resolved satisfactorily, the employee shall
have the right to proceed to the second step of the grievance procedure
Second Step
238 Tompkins County, New York
d) (1) Where applicable, the department head will hold a hearing
between the aggrieved employee and the department head Either side may
have a representative at this meeting The department head, within ten (10) work -
mg days, will give a written statement of facts
(2) If the employee wants to proceed, he must file for a hear-
ing within ten (10) days with the department head and the Commissioner of
Personnel
e) The department head and the Commissioner of Personnel shall
hold a hearing within ten (10) days after receiving the written request and state-
ment from the employee The employee and Association representative, if any,
may appear at the hearing and present oral statements of arguments
f) Within ten (10) days after the close of the hearing, the depart-
ment head shall make his decision and communicate same to the employee pre-
senting the grievance and to the Association representative, if any, and the Com-
missioner of Personnel
4 Binding Arbitration
a) A single arbitrator will be appointed as hereinafter set forth
to hear appeals from decisions of department heads on grievances
(1) Initially, both parties shall agree on the selection of a
single arbitrator
(2) If the parties fail to agree on the selection of an arbitrator,
the Tompkins County Public Employment Relations Board will appoint an arbi-
trator
b) Both parties will share equally the expenses of the arbitrator
c) The arbitrator may make and amend rules and regulations for
the conduct of proceedings not inconsistent with the provisions of the grievance
procedure
5 Appeals to Arbitrator
a) An employee may appeal from the decision of the department
head within thirty (30) days after notice of such decision The appeal shall be
taken by submitting to the arbitrator a written statement signed by the employee
taking the appeal, containing•
(1) The name, residence' address and department of employ-
ment of the employee presenting the grievance
(2) The name, residence address and department of employ-
ment of each other employee involved in the grievance
(3) The name and address of the employee's representative and
his department of employment, if he be a fellow employee
(4) A concise statement of the nature of the grievance, the
facts relating to it, and the proceedings and decisions on the grievance up to the
time of the appeal
(5) A request for a review of the decision of the department
head
b) The arbitrator may request the department head to submit a
written statement of facts, including a summary of the record of the hearing, if a
hearing was held and the original or a true copy of any other record or document
used by the department head in making his decision Such written statement shall
be submitted within ten (10) days after request by the arbitrator
c) The arbitrator shall hold a hearing within twenty (20) days after
receiving the written request for review The arbitrator shall give at least three
(3) days notice of the time and place of such hearing to the employee, the As-
sociation representative, if any, the department head, and the Commissioner of
Personnel, all of whom shall be entitled to'be present at the hearing
d) The hearing on the appeal will be held in private
e) New evidence, testimony,' or arguments, as well as any docu-
ments, exhibits, or other information submitted' to the department head at the
hearing held by him may be introduced at the hearing by the employee, the
department head, the Association representative, and the Commissioner of Per-
sonnel, or upon the request of the arbitrator
f) The hearing may be adjourned from time to time by the arbi-
trator, if in his judgment such adjournment is necessary in order to obtain
material evidence The total of all such adjournments, however, shall not exceed
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ten (10) days, except that adjournments consented to by both the employee and
the department head shall not be counted in deteriiiimng the total days of ad-
journments as herein limited
g) A written summary shall be kept of each hearing held by the
arbitrator
h) The arbitrator shall make his report in writing within ten (10)
days after the close of the hearing He shall immediately file his report and the
written summary of the proceedings with the Clerk of the Board of Representa-
tives and shall at the same time send a copy of his report to the employee, the
Association representative, if any, the department head and the Commissioner
of Personnel The report shall include a statement of the arbitrator's findings of
fact and conclusions
6 Time Limits
The time limits set herein for the presentation of grievances in all
stages may be waived or extended by mutual agreement of the parties involved
SECTION XXII
TAYLOR LAW (Section 204-a)
"IT IS AGREED BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES THAT ANY PRO-
VISION OF THIS AGREEMENT REQUIRING LEGISLATIVE ACTION TO PERMIT
ITS IMPLEMENTION BY AMENDMENT OF LAW OR BY PROVIDING THE AD-
DITIONAL FUNDS THEREFOR, SHALL NOT BECOME EFFECTIVE UNTIL THE
APPROPRIATE LEGISLATIVE BODY HAS GIVEN APPROVAL"
Signed for C.S.E.A. Signed for Tompkins County
James Julian, C S E A Claude Holden
Elmer Maki Hugh S MacNeil
Ralph Ballweg John C Clynes
Edward Tarbox Robert I Williamson
Barbara Newton John J Murphy
JoanAnn Evans Patrick J Hamill
Nadie Lee Morris Hugh G Hurlbut
Frances Ellett Eugene G Arnold
Dorothy Gleckner Howard A Stevenson
Joan Adler Robert J Wagner
Dorothea Hautamemi
James Morris
Louis Nayman
Phyllis Knapp
Thomas Hoffman
Jean Brawn
Dona Rae McElroy
EXHIBIT A
COUNTY OF TOMPKINS
PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS BOARD
IN THE MATTER OF County of Tompkins,
Employer,
—and—
The Civil Service Employees' Association, Inc ,
Petitioner,
—and—
Tompkins County Employees' Association
CERTIFICATION OF REPRESENTATION
An election having been conducted in the above matter by the Public Em-
ployment Relations Board in accordance with the Rules of Procedure of the
Board, and it appearing that a negotiating representative has been selected;
Pursuant to the authority vested in the Board,
IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED that The Civil Service Employees' Association,
Inc has been designated and selected by a majority of the employees of the
above-named public employer, in the unit described below, as their exclusive rep-
resentative for the purpose of collective negotiations and the settlement of
grievances
I
240 Tompkins County; New York
UNIT Included—All full-time and regular part-time employees of the
County of Tompkins '1
UNIT Excluded—Elected officials
Signed on the 6th day of December, 1971 1
On behalf of the Tompkins County
Public Employment Relations Board
s/ John C Clynes
11 Johri C Clynes, Chairman
s/ John C Huttar
John C Huttar / /
EXHIBIT B
AFFIRMATION OF NO -STRIKE
Pursuant to the provisions of Subdivision b of Section 207 of the Civil
Service Law, known as the "Public Employees' Fair Employment Act"I, Elmer
Maki, President of the Tompkins County Chapter, Employees'
The Civil Service
Association, Inc , do hereby affirm on behalf of The Civil Service Employees'
Association, Inc , that
It does not assert the right to strike against any government, to assist or
participate m any such strike, or to impose an obligation to conduct,
assist, or participate in such a strike.
The above affirmation is given for the purpose of establishing The Civil
Service Employees' Association, Inc , as the sole and exclusive bargaining agent
for all employees of Tompkins County 1 I
EXHIBIT C
s/ Elmer Maki
Elmer Maki, President
Tompkins County Chapter
The Civil Service Employees'
Association, Inc
SALARY PLAN EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1975
Salary
Grade Min A B
C D E
1 4821 4973 5126
2 5631 5815 6000
3 5804 5995 6188
4 6093 6296 6499
5 6324 6537 6749
6 6672 6897 7124
7 7018 7258 7498
8 7365 7619 7873
9 7769 8040 8310
10 8231 8521 8809
11 8809 9122 9434
12 9446 9783 10121
13 10140 10504 10870
14 10834 11227 11624
15 11723 12151 12596
16 12626 13112 13617
17 13888 14423 14979
18 15783 16391 17022
19 18939 19668 20426
20 22726 23601 24510
21 27147 28190 29276
22 31566 32780 34042
23 40909 42483 44119
24 47728 49563 51472
5278 5431 5584
6186 6371 6554
6379 6571 6764
6703 6907 7110
6961 7174 7389
7351 7576 7805
7739 7979 8221
8127 8383 8637
8580 8851 9122
9100 9387 9677
9746 10058 10371
10458 10796 11135
11235 11606 11986
12031 12441 12863
13063 13529 13995
14124 14627 15132
15534 16090 16646
17654 18284 18915
21183 21942 22699
25419 26328 27238
30362 31448 32534
35304 36567 37830
45755 47394 49028
53381 55290 57201
EXHIBIT D
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JOB CLASSIFICATION, BY SALARY GRADE
GRADE 1
Farm Laborer
Institutional Aide
Page
GRADE II
Community Service Aide
County Home Housekeeper
Food Service Helper
Housekeeper
Laundry Worker
Nursing Aide
GRADE III
Cleaner
Clerk
Darkroom Attendant
EKG Technician Trainee
Homemaker
Hospital Aide
Laboratory Helper
GRADE IV
Account Clerk
Activity Leader
Commissioner of Jurors
Histology Technician Trainee
Hospital Orderly
Library Clerk
Motor Vehicle Clerk
Receptionist
Seamstress
Stores Clerk
Typist
Ward Clerk
Watchman
GRADE V
Account Clerk -Typist
Assistant Cook
Autopsy Assistant
Bookkeeping Machine Operator
Deputy Chief Clerk, Surrogate Court
EKG Technician
Groundskeeper
Laboratory Technician Trainee
Office Machine Operator
Operating Room Technician
Stenographer
Switchboard Operator
GRADE VI
Account Clerk -Stenographer
Assistant Matron -Cook
Cashier
Court Attendant
Dispatcher
Licensed Practical Nurse
Probation Assistant
Salad/Dessert Worker
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Senior Clerk
Senior Housekeeper
Senior Library Clerk
Senior Library Typist
Senior Typist
Steamboiler Fireman
GRADE VII
Assistant Matron
Commissioner of Elections
Dietitian Aide
Gift Shop Buyer
Group Leader
Jail Cook
Janitor
Maintenance Man
Matron
Patient Care Evaluation Officer
Payroll Clerk
Senor Account Clerk
Senior Account Clerk -Typist
Senior Laundry Worker
GRADE VIII
Administrative Assistant
Baker
Co -Directors, Human Rights Commission
Cook
Deputy County Clerk
Draftsman
Environmental Health Technician Trainee
Financial Investigator
Histology Technician
Laborer
Senior Account Clerk -Stenographer
Social Welfare Examiner
GRADE IX
Airport Maintenance Man
Credit Manager
Cytology Technician
Dental Hygienist
Deputy Clerk, Family Court
Garage Attendant
Inhalation Therapist
Institution Farmer
Investigator, Human Rights
Laboratory Technician
Pharmacy Aide
Principal Clerk
Principal Library Clerk
Recreation Instructor
Secretary to County Administrator
Senior Stenographer
Tax Receiver
Welfare Employment Representative
X-ray Technician
GRADE X
Airport Security Officer
Audio Visual Techician
Buyer
Deputy Clerk, Board of Representatives
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Deputy Sheriff
Environmental Health Technician
Food Service Supervisor
Head Sign Painter
Home Economist
Hospital Volunteer Services Supervisor
Librarian Trainee
Motor Equipment Operator
Secretary
Senior Social Welfare Examiner
Supervising Inhalation Therapist
Tax Map Supervisor
GRADE XI
Assistant Senior X-ray Technician
Carpenter
Caseworker
Chief Clerk, Surrogate Court
Clerk, Family Court
County Fire Coordinator
Deputy County Clerk
Electrician
Heavy Equipment Operator
Landfill Supervisor
Mason
Painter
Personnel Clerk
Planning Technician
Plumber/Steamfitter
Principal Social Welfare Examiner
Probation Officer Trainee
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
Registered Professional Nurse
Resource Assistant
Sealer of Weights and Measures
Senior Laboratory Technician
Welfare Investigator
GRADE XII
Automotive Mechanic
County Fire & Disaster Coordinator
County Home Matron
Criminal Investigator
Director, Veterans' Service Agency
Food Production Manager
Grounds Foreman
Head Janitor
Junior Engineer
Junior Librarian
Junior Planner
Laundry Supervisor
Medical Worker
Occupational Therapist
Operating Room Manager
Pharmacist -in -Training
Physical Therapist
Probation Officer
Public Health Nurse
RPN (Clinical Teacher)
Senior Caseworker
Senior Environmental Health Technician
Senior Nurse
P
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Sergeant -Deputy Sheriff
Speech Therapist
Staff Development Coordinator
Technical Director, School of X-ray Technology
Working Foreman
GRADE XIII
Accounting Supervisor, Grade B
Alcohol Program Coordinator
Assistant Assessor
Building Maintenance Foreman
Case Supervisor Grade B
Clerk, Board of Representatives
Court Reporter I
Deputy County Treasurer
Dietitian
Director, Office for the Aging
Executive Housekeeper
Head Nurse
Head Social Welfare Examiner
Hospital Maintenance Foreman
Medical Records Librarian
Medical Social Worker
Motor Vehicle Supervisor
Office Manager
Probation Officer II
Public Health Sanitarian
Purchasing Agent
Senior Librarian I
Senior X-ray Technician
Staff Social Worker
GRADE XIV
Assistant Hospital Administrator Trainee
Chief Criminal Investigator
County Home Superintendent
Director of Administrative Services
Director of Food Service
Equipment Service Manager
Highway Construction Foreman
Personnel Assistant
Probation Supervisor
Supervising Nurse
Supervising Public Health Nurse
GRADE XV
Airport Manager
Assistant to Commissioner of Mental Health
Assistant Director of Nursing
Case Supervisor, Grade A
Coordinator of Rehabilitation Services
County Clerk
Pharmacist
Physician's Associate
Senior Assessor
Senior Librarian II
Supervising Medical Social Worker
Supervising Staff Social Worker
Undersheriff
GRADE XVI
Assistant County Attorney
Assistant District Attorney
Assistant Library Director II
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Clinical Psychologist
Director of Social Services
Probation Director II
Sensor Planner
Social Services Attorney
Supervising Pharmacist
GRADE XVII
Assistant Director of Assessment
Associate Planner
County Sheriff
Director of Day Care Center
Director of Nursing
Director of Public Health Nursing
General Highway Foreman
Hospital Comptroller
Hospital Plant Supervisor
Library Director IV
GRADE XVIII
Assistant Hospital Administrator
Biochemist
Commissioner of Personnel
Deputy County Administrator (Administration)
Deputy County Administrator (Finance)
Microbiologist
Senior Civil Engineer
Supervising Clinical Psychologist
Supervising Microbiologist
Systems Analyst
GRADE XIX
Commissioner of Planning
Commissioner of Social Services
County Attorney
Deputy Health Commissioner
Deputy Medical Examiner
Director of Assessment
Medical Exanuner
Physician
Senior Public Health Engineer
GRADE XX
Commissioner of Public Works
District Attorney
Hospital Administrator
GRADE XXI
Director of Rehabilitation
Hospital Physician
Medical Director
GRADE XXII
Commissioner of Health
County Administrator
County Judge
Supervising Psychiatrist
GRADE XXIII
Associate Pathologist
Commissioner of Mental Health
Radiologist
GRADE XXIV
Director of Laboratory (Pathologist)
Driector of Radiology
246 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY VETERANS'
1975
SERVICE AGENCY
(Submitted by Colene 11 Rice, Secretary)
Tompkins County, according to the Veteran's Administration Census, has a
population of 80,100 including approximately 8;404 veterans, of whom, 270 are
World War I, 3,863 are World War II, 1,702 are Korean; 5,116 are post Korean
and Viet Nam veterans, who have been released and have returned and come
under the Viet Nam G I Bill These are veterans having contact with the
Veteran's Administration
1
The total number of contacts (personal, letter, and telephone) during the year
amounted to 5,384 of which 2,504 were personal; 1,993 inbound letters; 1,846
inbound telephone calls The preponderence of j contacts were the veterans, and
the remainder of the contacts were primarily with families of veterans and service-
men A total of 7,616 counseling services were rendered during the year
We have been without a Director in the office since Mr Cummings suffered
two strokes during the month of July, and was 'not able to return to work The
office has remained opened with the secretary doing all of the work
On January 6, 1976 the Tompkins County Veteran's Service Agency received
a letter from the Veteran's Administration Regional Office in Buffalo, New York
showing the new population figures of veterans in Tompkins County The popula-
tion figure is 8,404 The following facts were shown in the letter That for the
current 12 month period expenditures by the Federal Government to Tompkins
County veterans were $2,137,570 (for compensation and pension benefits),
$1,181,638 for educational benefits.
Counseling Service Statistical
Summary
Counseled in Depth 59
Armed Forces 390
Burial Benefits 917
Education 987
On The Job Training 185
Employment Inquiries 59
Housing 193
Insurance 289
Legal 179
Compensation 961
Medical 414
Pension and Appeals 1843
Personal Affairs 527
Social Security 166
Social Services 91
Taxes 226
Blind Annunity 8
TOTAL 7616
Contacts Statistical Summary
Veterans
Servicemen
Veterans' Dependents
Other
Personal
Letter
Telephone
Original
'Repeat
TOTAL
4406
15
715
248
2504
1034
1846
574
4810
5384
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 247
STATEMENT OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY CANVASSERS OF THE
COUNTY OF TOMPKINS IN RELATION TO THE VOTES CAST
AT A GENERAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 5, 1975
(Submitted by Viola C Boothroyd and Barbara S Fellows, Commissioners)
The Board of County Canvassers of the County of Tompkins having met at
the office of the Clerk of said County, on the 5th day of November, to canvass
and estimate the votes given in the several Election Districts of said County, at the
General Election held on the 4th day of November in the year 1975, do certify
as follows
That is appears on such estimate and canvass that the whole number of votes
given for the office of County Clerk, including all ballots endorsed "marked for
identification," was
Received
Lucille K Grinnell, Rep 10,786
Blank 9,161
Void 4
Scattering 7
19,958
PROPOSITION NO. 1
Shall chapter 554 of the laws of nineteen hundred seventy-five entitled "An
act authorizing the creation of an additional state debt in the aggregate amount
of two hundred fifty million dollars for low rent housing purposes under and
pursuant to article eighteen of the constitution, authorizing the issuance and sale
of bonds to said amount, authorizing loans to be made from the proceeds thereof
pursuant to such article, making an appropriation to the state division of housing
and community renewal for loans to lnmted profit housing companies established
to provide housing for the aged, and providing for the submission to the people
of a proposition or question therefor to be voted upon at the general election to
be held in November nineteen hundred seventy-five" be approved?
Affirmative 5,283
Negative 10,010
Blank 4,661
Void 4
19,958
AMENDMENT NO. 1
Shall the proposed amendment to Article I of the Constitution inserting a
new section 13 therein in relation to providing that equality of rights under the
law shall not be denied or abridged by the state or/any subdivision thereof on
account of sex, be approved?
Affirmative 8,382
Negative 8,935
Blank 2,635
Void 6
19,958
248 Tompkins County, New York
AMENDMENT NO 2
Shall the proposed amendment to Article VI of the Constitution, adding a
new Section 36-c thereto and amending Section 22 thereof, in relation to the
powers of and reconstituting the Court on the Judiciary and creating a commis-
sion on judicial conduct, be approved?
Affirmative 9,188
Negative 5,431
Blank 5,335
Void 4
19,958
AMENDMENT NO 3
Shall the proposed amendments to Article VI and VII of the Constitution,
in relation to the administration and financing of the Unified Court System of the
State, be approved?
Affirmative 6,882
Negative 6,966
Blank 6,106
Void 4
1
I 19,958
AMENDMENT NO 4
Shall the proposed amendment to Article III of the Constitution inserting a
new Section 18 therein in relation to the, convening of extra -ordinary sessions
of the Legislature upon petition of the members l of the Legislature, and the pro-
posed amendment to Article IV, Section 3 of the Constitution, in relation to extra-
ordinary sessions of the Legislature convened by the Governor, be approved?
Affirmative
Negative
Blank
Void
7,677
6,307
5,970
4
19,958
AMENDMENT NO!5
Shall the proposed amendment to Article VIII, Section 2-a, subdivision C
to provide that the provisions thereof that any county, city, town or village or
any county or town on behalf of an improvement district may be authorized to
contract indebtedness to provide facilities, in excess of its own needs, for the
conveyance, treatment and disposal of sewage from any other public corporation
or improvement district, shall include the contracting of indebtedness for storm
water facilities for the conveyance, treatment and disposal of surface water from
any other public corporation or improvement district, and the proposed amend-
ment to Article VIII, Section 2-a, subdivision V, to provide that the provisions
thereof that two or more public corporations and improvement districts may be
authorized to provide for the common conveyance, treatment and disposal of
sewage, shall include surface water and storm water facilities and that indebted-
ness may be authorized to be contracted by any such corporation or by a county
or town on behalf of an improvement district therefor, be approved?
Affirmative
Negative
Blank
Void
6,980
7,061
5,913
4
19,958
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 249
AMENDMENT NO. 6
Shall the proposed amendments to Article VIII, Section 11, subdivision (b)
of the Constitution in relation to excluding taxes required for the cost of em-
ployer's contribution for pension, retirement and social security liabilities from
the Article VIII, Section 10 tax limitations of any county, city (other than the city
of New York), village or certain school districts, be approved?
Affirmative 6,615
Negative 8,289
Blank 5,050
Void 4
19,958
AMENDMENT NO. 7
Shall the proposed amendment to Article I, Section 9, subdivision 2 of the
Constitution in relation to authorizing the limited conduct of certam games of
chance by religious, charitable or non-profit organizations of veterans, volunteer
firemen and similar non-profit organizations, be approved?
Affirmative 7,742
Negative 7,456
Blank 4,756
Void 4
19,958
MAYOR (City of Ithaca)
Edward J Conley, Dem 2,854
Anne Tompkins Jones, Rep 1,983
Edward J Conley, Lib 299
Blank 188
Void 2
Scattering 21
5,347
ALDERMAN (First Ward)
Donald J Slattery, Dem 598
Donald L Barber, Rep 577
Blank 138
Void 1
1,314
ALDERMAN (Second Ward)
David W G Fuller, Dem 585
Elva W Holman, Rep 517
Elva W Holman, Lib 97
Blank 139
Void 2
Scattering 5
1,345
250 Tompkins County; New York
I
,I
1
ALDERMAN (Third Ward)
James P Dennis, Dem
F Clark Hamlin, Rep
James P Dennis, Lib
Blank
I
1
I1
II
1
431
388
104
52
975
ALDERMAN (Fourth Ward)
Nancy Meyer, Dem
Nancy Meyer, Lib
Blank
Scattering
319
83
218
1
621
ALDERMAN (Fifth Ward)
John D Bodine, Dem
Anthony F Spano, Rep
John D Bodine, Lib
Blank
Scattering
1 421
1 523
63
84
1
1,092
CAROLINE SUPERVISOR
j
Harold B Payton, Rep 586
Blank I 225
811
CAROLINE TOWN CLERK
Florence Starr, Rep.
Blank
656
155
811
11
CAROLINE HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
William J Dean, Rep
Blank
580
231
811
I
CAROLINE COUNCILMAN (Elect 2) 1
Sandra G Sarfield, Dem
Herbert A Whittaker, Dem
Solon Ogden, Rep
Philip F Barden, Rep
Blank
463
463
291
295
110
1,622
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 251
DANBY SUPERVISOR
Joyce Stafford, Dem 183
A Francis Wright, Dep 388
Blank 42
Scattering 1
614
DANBY TOWN CLERK
Mary Oltz, Rep 459
Blank 154
Scattering 1
614
DANBY HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Joseph Hulbert, Rep 438
Blank 176
614
DANBY TOWN JUSTICE
Milton Todd, Rep. 437
Blank 177
614
DANBY COUNCILMAN (4 yrs )
Ralph Wilbur, Rep 425
Blank 189
614
DANBY COUNCILMAN (2yrs vacancy)
Paul G Smith, Rep 423
Blank 191
614
DRYDEN COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (2 yrs vacancy)
Representative District (Districts 4, 5, 8, 9)
Jane R French, Dem 506
James E Kidney, Rep 808
Blank 34
1,348
252 Tompkins County, 'New York
DRYDEN SUPERVISOR
Charles G McCord, Dem
Charles G McCord, Rep
Blank
Scattering
998
1,579
372
9
2,958
DRYDEN TOWN CLERK
Susanne I Lloyd, Rep
Blank
Scattering
1,835
1,121
2
2,958
DRYDEN HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Gregory P Humphrey, Dem
Frank J Stehck, Rep
Blank
Scattering
1,467
1,282
208
1
2,958
DRYDEN TOWN JUSTICE
Edwin R Sweetland, Rep 1,955
Blank 1,003
2,958
DRYDEN COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Noe Diaz, Dem
Sara M Doherty, Dem
Janet U Graham, Rep
Merton Webb, Rep
Blank
776
947
1,857
1,723
613
5,916
ENFIELD SUPERVISOR
Robert Linton, Rep 409
Blank 148
557
ENFIELD TOWN CLERK
Jean Kraymak, Dem 158
Mabel Purdy, Rep 375
Blank 24
11
557
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 253
ENFIELD HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Wesley Rolfe, Rep 411
Blank 146
557
ENFIELD TOWN JUSTICE
Richard Holley, Dem 236
Harold Clark, Rep 285
Blank 36
557
ENFIELD COUNCILMAN (4 yrs )
Tommy L Brown, Dem 205
Betty R Howard, Rep 318
Blank 34
557
ENFIELD COUNCILMAN (2 yrs vacancy)
Fern Smith, Rep 402
' Blank 155
557
ENFIELD TAX COLLECTOR
Diann Bailey, Dem 197
Edna Palmer, Rep. 336
Blank 24
557
GROTON SUPERVISOR
Hicks B Dow, Rep 1,117
Blank 286
1,403
GROTON TOWN CLERK
Lois Baker, Rep 1,207
Blank 196
1,403
GROTON HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Leland E Cornelius, Rep 1,161
Blank 242
1,403
254 Tompkins County, 'New York
GROTON COUNCILMAN
Josephine Bell, Dem 490
Verl Rankin, Jr , Rep 842
Blank 71
1,403 -
GROTON TOWN JUSTICE
Robert F Walpole, Dem 800
George L Totman, Rep 560
Blank 43
1,403
ITHACA COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (2 yrs
Representative District 10 (Districts 6, 7, 8, 9)
vacancy)
Henry W Theisen, Dem 811
Roger A Morse, Rep 731
Henry W Theisen, Lib 126
Blank 65
1,734
ITHACA SUPERVISOR
H William Batt, Dem
Walter J. Schwan, Rep
Blank
1,704
1,811
264
3,779
ITHACA TOWN JUSTICE
Sally A Jackie, Dem 1,810
Merton J Wallenbeck, Rep 1,695
Blank 274
3,779
ITHACA COUNCILMAN (Elect 4)
Bruce M John, Dem
Shirley A Raffensperger, Dem
David B Wilson, Dem
Robert R Julian, Dem
Robert N Powers, Rep
Andrew W McElwee, Rep
Willis S Hilker, Rep
Catherine Valentino, Rep
Blank
Scattering
1,509
1,700
1,672
1,677
1,811
1,923
1,620
1,708
1,495
1
15,116
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 255
i LANSING SUPERVISOR
Wesley E McDermott, Dem 1,369
Blank _ 689
Void 1
Scattering 3
2,062
LANSING TOWN CLERK
Jane Bush Horky, Dem 945
Jane Bush Horky, Rep 904
Blank 210
Void 1
Scattering 2
2,062
LANSING HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Lloyd Sharpsteen, Rep 1,355
Blank 703
Void 1
Scattering 3
2,062
LANSING TOWN JUSTICE
Jean E Robinson, Dem 778
Floyd S Ferris, Rep 1,148
Blank 135
Void 1
2,062
LANSING COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Steven G Baughman, Dem 950
Frankie D Lechner, Dem 761
Lee Naegeley, Rep 957
Bert Hilliard, Rep 1,138
Blank 316
Void 1
Scattering 1
4,124
NEWFIELD SUPERVISOR
Elmer Maki, Dem 545
James H Drader, Jr , Rep 552
Blank 36
1,133
256 Tompkins County, New York
NEWFIELD TOWN CLERK
Sarah Ulloth, Dem
Jeannette Beach, Rep
Blank
322
779
32
1,133
NEWFIELD HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Alexander Yenei, Dem 707
Roger Vargo, Rep 392
Blank 34
1,133
NEWFIELD TOWN JUSTICE
Kenneth Cutter, Dem 527
Everd Lampila, Rep 541
Blank 65
I
i
1,133
NEWFIELD COUNCILMAN
Frederick Kippola, Dem 510
Kenneth E Payne, Rep 578
Blank 45
1,133
ULYSSES SUPERVISOR
Bruce M Payne, Rep 1,012
Blank 281
Void 1
1,294
ULYSSES TOWN CLERK
Marilyn E Ough, Dem 543
Alice B. Conover, Rep. 697
Blank 53
Void 1
1,294
ULYSSES HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Rolf A Holtkamp, Rep
Blank
Void
1,028
265
1
1,294
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 257
ULYSSES TOWN JUSTICE
Roger N Rector, Rep 929
Blank 364
Void 1
1,294
ULYSSES COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Frederick Bowen, Dem 264
Earl Richar, Dem 412
11 William Smith, Rep 877
William Agard, Rep 847
Blank 187
Void 1
2,588
A LOCAL LAW AMENDING
SECTION 3 8 OF THE
ITHACA CITY CHARTER
Should section 3 8 of the Ithaca City Charter be amended to remove the
provision in section 3 8 in the Ithaca City Charter which prohibits the Common
Council from enacting or enforcing any local laws or ordinance or resolution for
any purpose pertaining in any manner to the fluoridation of the water under the
control of City, or of the Water Department of the City government?
Affirmative 1,487
Negative 2,794
Blank 1,064
Void 2
5,347
A LOCAL LAW AMENDING
SECTION 5 13 OF THE
ITHACA CITY CHARTER
Should section 513 of the Ithaca City Charter be amended to remove the
provision in section 513 in the Ithaca City Charter which prohibits the Board of
Public Works from fluoridating in any manner the water under the control of
the Water Department in the City government?
Affirmative 1,465
Negative 2,745
Blank 1,135
Void 2
5,347
258 Tompkins County, New York
STATE OF NEW YORK
County of Tompkins
Office of Board of Elections
l„
I '
WE HEREBY CERTIFY that we have compared the foregoing with the
original statement remaining on file in this office, and that the same is a correct
transcript therefrom and of the whole of such original
Witness our hand and official seal at Ithaca, New
York, this 7th day of November, one thousand nme
hundred seventy-five.
VIOLA C BOOTHROYD
BARBARA S. FELLOWS
Commissioners of Elections
County of Tompkins
li
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 259
ANNUAL REPORT—TOMPKINS COUNTY MEDICAL EXAMINER -1975
(Submitted by David Safadi, M D )
Number of Autopsies -68
Deaths listed by categories
1. Natural Causes
55
2 Accidental, non -vehicular
Drowning 5
Overdose 1
Asphyxiation 3
Fire 1
Carbon Monoxide 1
Fall in gorge 1
TOTAL 12
3 Accidental—vehicular
One -car 9
Two -car 6
Truck 1
Motorcycle 2
Bicycle -car 1
TOTAL 19
4 Suicides
Hanging 2
Overdose 2
Carbon Monoxide 1
Gunshot 1
Drowning 1
TOTAL 7
5 Infant deaths
Child beating 1
Aspiration 1
TOTAL
2
6 Homicides 2 2
GRAND TOTAL 97
260 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT -1975
TOMPKINS COUNTY LIBRARY
Laps Mezgar, Director
1975 has been the busiest year in the history of our library as proven by the
following statistics
Circulation:
Total circulation of library materials—
Film circulation—
Art reproduction circulation—
Interlibrary loans to other hbraries—
Interlibrary loans from other libraries—
Services:
Number of reference questions
Number of reserves filled
Number of registered borrowers
Personnel in full-time equivalents:
Librarians
Clerical and page staff
Total
537,157— 5 4% increase from 1974
2,148-17 7% increase from 1974
2,461— 5 6% increase from 1974
6,551— 6 1% increase from 1974
2,776-19 5% increase from 1974
13,627-15 8% increase from 1974
12,984— 5 8% increase from 1974
27,369— 0 2% increase from 1974
8 9— 0 4% decrease from 1974
315—no change
40 4— 0 4% decrease from 1974
The above figures are the proof that' we are providing a good service and
providing it as economically as possible People need and use the library The
library is not a prestigious luxury item on the county budget, it is a necessity
STAFF
Our Young Adult librarian position has been open since September, 1975, as
the State Civil Service Commission has not provided the necessary eligible list
Miss Elizabeth Khnko, our librarian trainee is filling-in now, and we have hired
temporarily, a professional librarian to provide help to the overworked reference
personnel, since December, 1975 This missing YA librarian represents the drop
of 0 4 full-time equivalent for our professional staff for 1975 As the people in
our area are demanding more services besides books for borrowing, any such
drop in personnel is detrimental to the quality of our operations, as these services
are provided by the library staff
BUILDING
The lights in the Children's Department have been replaced, as must all the
rest of the small square light fixtures in the entire building, as no replacement
units are available for the present fixtures
FINGER LAKES LIBRARY SYSTEM
I
Miss Nancy McGinnies, Assistant Director of the Tompkins County Public
Library and Mr Edward Ormondroyd, Technical Services Librarian from the
Finger Lakes Library System are cooperating in the establishment of an improved
and speedy book selection procedure to purchase Central Book Aid books
Our library, as the Central Library of the System, received the following
support during 1975
Member Library Grant $19,090 00
Aid to Central Library 3,500 00
Central Library Development Grant
(state aid) 19,739 51
Local Sponsor Incentive Aid (state aid) 3,853 20
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 261
Our staff has been participating with Finger Lakes Library System in joint
monthly book meetings and in the work of book selection, film previewing and
m a Bicentennial committee We are looking forward to substantial accomplish-
ments in our future cooperative projects
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Our thanks to President Caroline Barlow, to her dedicated board, and to the
many volunteers for their contribution and help In addition to considerable
financial donations for concerts, workshops and outreach activities, the Friends'
volunteers gave 2,116 hours of their own time to the library, which amounts to
1 2 full-time equivalent in our personnel
LIBRARY PROGRAMMING
We had over 200 library sponsored or cosponsored events in the hbrary To
celebrate the Bicentennial we are having the American Issues Forums at regular
intervals since September, 1975 We had a highly successful quilt exhibit and a
Beethoven's Birthday Concert during December
The public is highly appreciative of our exhibits, concerts and lectures, and
we are reaching hundreds of people through these special events, who are other-
wise not regular library users
THE FUTURE OF OUR LIBRARY
The new director has spent a considerable number of hours on revising pro-
cedures, and planning for the more efficient use of the available space With a
modest investment in shelving, display and storage modules, the library's space
requirements can be secured within the existing structure until 1980 The most
radical revisions in our procedures might enable our clerical staff to keep up with
the increased library use if we can take advantage of modern technology in the
very near future A computerized circulation system will be a necessity within
1-3 years, as our circulation control equipment is antiquated and only computer-
ized systems are able to cope with a circulation of 500,000 and more per year
As people are using the library increasingly as an information center, an
additional professional position in the Reference Department is a necessity now
This type of person-to-person service cannot be simplified or automated, and it
is the most important contribution of the library to the community Information
is not a privilege for the few "The Right to Know Act" of the Congress is
acknowledging this fact which is supported by recent library studies stating that
50% of the people visiting the library never borrow books, but use reference
books or consult the librarians to satisfy their information needs It is impera-
tive that the County Board of Representatives understands the position of the
library as a unique, important service agency, with special needs for different
type of personnel, salaries and policies, which cannot be handled simply as an-
other county department
My special thanks to Chairman Jack Carpenter and all members of the Li-
brary Board for their time, work, and understanding
262 Tompkins County, New York
1975
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
(Submitted by Dennis A Winters, TCDP Staff, EMC Coordinator)
The objectives of the Council as set forth in the Board of Representatives resolu-
tion establishing the Council are
(1) To serve as County Environmental Information Center with respect to all
matters affecting the environment and natural resources of the county
(2) To Review and Recommend, for consideration by action groups, all mat-
ters affecting the environment and natural resources of the county
(3) To assist in the coordination of activities, data and expertise in matters
of environmental concern
(4) To act as a Public Forum and provide Educational materials and in-
formation to foster a broader understanding of environmental issues
and their possible solutions
The mayor activities of the Council during the past year are summarized below
Staff assistance was provided by the County Planning Department A booklet
which describes these activities and their implications in greater detail will also
be made available for distribution
—Framework for Environmental Analysis A part of the Comprehensive Plan
Studies for Tompkins County Includes part of the Natural Resources Inven-
tory of such features, a methodology for determining environmental impact
of developments and preparation of environmental impact statements, an
analysis of the county to determine the' most suitable areas for settlement
—Unique Natural Areas Inventory A list of 84 areas mentioned by the public
and a complete description of natural features and other amenities to which
unique qualities are attributed Areas will be analyzed for suitable protective
devices
11
— Fall Creek Recreational River Proposal Public Forum with DEC represen-
tatives attended by 200 people held to discuss issues concerning state desig-
nation and alternative methods of preservation Preparation of draft manage-
ment plan based upon intermunicipal cooperation and development regula-
tions, existing protective laws and EMC coordination
— State of the Environment Part of the Natural Resources Inventory Series
including an assessment of land, air, water conditions and statistics Antici-
pated Spring 1976 publication
—Environmental Directory Listing of county, state, federal organizations
involved with environmental issues Description of activities of county groups
—Container Legislation Review of Senate -Assembly bills, sending of infor-
mation periodically to Board by EMC Committee
—Mined Land Reclamation Law Review of law and forum with DEC repre-
sentatives, mining operators and highway superintendents to explain impli-
cations of the law
—Erosion and Sedimentation Presentation by SCS representative of legisla-
tion proposed for such control Review of Erosion and Sediment Inventory
for Tompkins County
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 263
—NYSEG Power Station Impact Review Participation in Ad hoc Committee
after having suggested that the Board apply for PSC Art 8 funds
-Highway Salting Presentation to Council by Cargill Salt and DOT represen-
tatives on storage and use of deicing chemicals. Commencement of Council
study
—SEQR Review Review of law and rules and regulations Preparation for
annual meeting at which explanation of SEQR presented by DEC representa-
tives
—Octopus Review of proposed plans, study of attitudes and preparation of
report to be made in Winter 1976.
—Route 13 Corridor Participation on Ad hoc Corridor Location Committee
Proposal review by Council
—Great White Oak Communication with concerned personnel so as to begin
necessary medicinal measures to save this natural symbol at the Tripham-
mer—Route 13 intersection
—Railroad Service Resolution supporting continuation of service to Tomp-
kins County prepared and sent to Board and Congressional Representatives
—Reviews Freshwater Wetlands Law, Coy Glen Conditions, Bolton Point Soil.
' Conservation Activities, Selective Settlement Patterns, Aquatic Vegetation,
Crosstown Road, Pennsylvania Energy Park
—Participation in Environmental Leaders Forum, Natural Resources Inventory
Training Session, EPL Convention, New York State Assn of EMC, T C Plan-
ning Board, T C Area Beautification Council
—Administration- Revision of by-laws, reorganization into Task Teams based
upon member interest, preparation of annual report, preparation of quarterly
reports and requests for reimbursement, preparation of annual work pro-
grams and State budget requests
264 Tompkins County; New York
To the Comptroller of the State of New York and the Commissioner of Trans-
portation
The following is a Statement, Pursuant to Section 278 of the Highway Law
of the several towns in the County of Tompkins, and assessed valuations, and
amount of tax levied, for the repair and im'p'rovement of highways, by the County
Legislature in the month of December, 1975
NAME OF TOWN
Assessed valuation of taxable prop-
erty of the town outside of In-
corporated Villages —(Do Not in-
clude property exempt from tax )
REPAIRS AND IMPROVEMENT
Highway Law, Sec 141 (1)
Real Property Tax Levy
HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM
Highway Law, Article 8A
Real Property Tax Levy
Town of Caroline $ 10,735,7461100
Town of Danby 9,510,458'00
Town of Dryden 42,741,610 00
Town of Enfield 7,752,208 100
Town of Groton 10,358,911'00
Town of Ithaca 53,838,610;00
0 00 0 00
Town of Lansing 54,788,255 00
79,653 00 0 00
Town of Newfield 14,850,287 00
92,300 00 14,040 00
Town of Ulysses 13,712,731 00
31,703 00 0 00
TOTAL $218,288,816 00
$496,059 25 $66,240 00
I certify that the preceding statement isl correct
1 PHYLLIS B HOWELL, Clerk
State of New York ss•
County of Tompkins
Harry A Kerr being duly sworn, says that he is the Chairman or officer desig-
nated by county law or charter, of the County Legislature of Tompkins County,
that he has read the preceding statement and kncws the same to be true
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 265
SUMMARY
SCHEDULE OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES
LEVIED BY COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS (LEGISLATORS) FOR 1976
ALL TOWNS AND CITY OF ITHACA
COUNTY OF TOMPKINS
(Individual Schedules on file in Clerk's Office)
Item
Amount
County Taxes and Assessments
General Tax (include court and stenographer tax)
(Add) Town and City Account
County Self -Insurance Plan
Chargebacks for
Election Expenses
Special grade Crossing levy—LVRR
(Deduct) Town and City Account
Excess from Prior Year Tax Rate
Total
(Deduct) Sales Tax Credits to Reduce County Levy
Net County Tax Levy
(Add) Returned School Taxes
Interest and Penalties on Returned School Taxes
TOTAL—TO COUNTY TREASURER
Town Taxes General (town wide)
General (town outside village)
Highway, Item 1
Highway, Item 1A
Highway, Item 2
Highway, Item 3
Highway, Item 4
Total
Net Town Tax Levy
Special District Taxes
Fire
Fire Protection
Lighting
Sewer
Water
Other Dryden—Road $2 476 80
Groton—Ambulance $8,850 00
Total ^
TOTAL—TOWN AND SPECIAL DISTRICT TAXES
AND/OR CHARGES
Delinquent Assessments, Water and Other Charges
TOTAL—TO SUPERVISOR
TOTAL—ALL TAXES
$4,944,338 00
14,335 41
10,560 24
4,545 54
1,910 00
$4,975,689 19
1,378,382 46
$3,597,306 73
315,512 71
22,470 67
$3,935,290 11
$ 221,980 60
11,909 00
495,584 25
66,240 00
7,777 00
348,195 66
282,258 00
$1,433,944 51
$1,433,944 51
126,594 18
278,866 14
13,543 78
273,809 65
409,276 19
11,326 80
$1,113,416 74
$2,547,361 25
74,759 82
$2,622,121 07
$6,557,411 18
266 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ASSOCIATION OF TOMPKINS COUNTY
Submitted by Glenn W Cline, Extension Agent
The following audiences were identified as priority audiences during the pro-
gram year, 10/74 to 9/75 and special emphasis was given to develop programs
for them These include consumers, the elderly, youth, low income persons in need
of nutrition information and commercial farmers IA partial listing of some of the
program activities conducted for these audiences follows
CONSUMERS: "Change for Your Dollar" is a Cooperative Extension program
designed to put helpful information into the hands of consumers Regular radio
spots, a weekly television news feature, a newsletter, 16 bulletin boards and meet-
ings on special topics were the major methods used to reach consumers
Food preservation clinics, meetings on "Canning for Beginners" and a telephone
hotline were used to help provide the skills and to answer questions on home food
preservation Approximately 1200 individuals received answers to questions in
this area
ELDERLY: We continued to work with and supervise the Nutrition for the
Elderly program A newsletter for low income elderly was established to provide
this audience with consumer 'information, helpful services available, health care,
etc and this was mailed to 750 individuals
YOUTH: 4-H reaches many youth through programs conducted at schools Some
of the programs conducted and the number of youth reached are as follows
Bicycle Safety Program, (2500), Snowmobile certification, (375), the Talking Plant,
(700), Embryology, (400)
Other activities conducted for youth by 4-H included a Clothing Revue at which
190 girls and boys modeled garments they had constructed, a Tractor Certification
program for 40 youth aged 14 to 15 so that they' could work for farmers, other
than their parents, a Horse program and Horse Show, a Plant Sale with over
230 4-H'ers and leaders participating, a Citizenship Development program for
youth, a City 4-H program, and a summer camp with 225 4-H members from
Tompkins County attending
Some other major activities included the 4 HI Acres Youth Fair, Leader Training,
Public Presentations, and the annual cookie sales Over 8,000 youth participated
in 4H activities under the direction of the staff and 693 volunteer leaders
LOW INCOME NUTRITION PROGRAM: Much ofd the work in this program is on
a one to one basis However, the work with groups of families has been expanded
as an efficient method of reaching more people The "Out -of -Sites" program con-
ducted by EFNEP and 4-H reached over 600 youth with nutritional information.
A special gardening program was conducted for EFNEP families last summer A
regular Newsletter provides EFNEP families with nutritional information, cost
cutting ideas and low cost recipes
COMMERCIAL FARMERS: Some 200 dairy farmers, that sold more than $10 4
million dollars worth of milk according to the most recent annual figures, form
the core group for this program area A severe outbreak of the potato leafhopper
insect on alfalfa occurred this summer and farmers were aided in its control
Around 125 farmers have received Pesticide Certification training Between 400
to 500 more persons will need this training, !during the next two years Farmers
were supplied with economic information to aid them in making management
decisions The uncertainty of the economic climate this year has made this type
of information particularly useful A fourth Agricultural District was formed
with a fifth District well underway to beingiformed
Cooperative Extension through its advisory committees made up of program
participants, continually tries to adjust its program offerings to meet the cur-
rent needs of people in Tompkins County
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 267
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
(Submitted by Robert Wagner)
Public assistance—"welfare"—is money and services given to needy families and
individuals who qualify for Ft under the Federal Social Security Act and the New
York State Social Services Law
DIRECT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
There are three money programs namely (1) Public Assistance which is divided
into ADC and HR (2) Medicaid and (3) Food Stamps These programs are ad-
ministered by workers called Social Welfare Examiners
The Social Welfare Examiner's responsibilities continue to grow as new
laws are passed and various court decisions are handed down The courts
have become increasingly powerful as they affect the operation of social
service departments A decision on a class action brought by a group of re-
cipients against New York State Department of Social Services may result
in a change in procedure for all Social Services departments in New York
State.
I PUBLIC ASSISTANCE (PA)
Aid to Dependent Children (ADC) is financial assistance given to a family
with minor children without sufficient means of support because of the
absence, death, or incapacity of a parent or the unemployment of the father
This is the largest direct assistance (cash) program administered by this
department
A Team Concepts
This year we have continued to use the team concept in Public As-
sistance, this system was initiated in 1973 There are several ad-
vantages to the Team System
1 The client has contact with the same Team rather than seeing
or talking to possibly fifteen different people in a matter of
months
2 The Team members become familiar with the cases in their
load and handle requests more efficiently and expeditiously
3 Team members cover for absent or vacationing Team mem-
bers without disrupting other Teams
B Case Load (PA)
CASES: January 1975 December 1975
ADC 706 769
HR 322 469
TOTALS 1028 1233
II MEDICAID (MA)
Medical Assistance (MA) is a program that pays medical bills, in whole or in
part, of New York State residents who can not pay the cost of such medical
care In the program, money is not given to the eligible recipients but
rather the department pays for the needed medical care directly to the
provider of the medical service, i e , doctor, hospital, nursing home, drug
store, etc
Case Load
January 1975 December 1975
Reg MA 827 798
SSI 707 758
TOTALS 1534 1556
268 Tompkins County, ,New York
III FOOD STAMPS
The Food Stamp program is designed to increase the food purchasing power
for eligible individuals and families. Depending on factors such as income
and size of family, it is determined that a family will be eligible for a cer-
tain "bonus" amount of Food Stamps An eligible family can purchase, at
banks, food stamps that are worth more Mani was paid for them The stamps
are redeemable at any store that accepts food stamps
The food stamp program costs Tompkins, County very little since all costs are
borne by the Federal and State government We have done very little in Out-
reach efforts locally because our staff is completely involved in eligibility
and the required paperwork We are getting pressure from Central Office to
step up our Outreach efforts, however
Case Load
January 1975 December 1975
TOTAL 1142 1345
IV TITLE IV -D
A program estabhshed under Title IV -D of the Social Security Act was im-
plemented this year that requires all support payment to be paid directly
to New York State instead of to the client The intent of this legislation is
to make IRS, Social Security and VA files available to the state for more
thorough checking of resources (support) available to children receiving as-
sistance payments
SERVICE PROGRAMS
The outstanding change in 1975 was the implementation of Title XX, effec-
tive date October 1 An annual plan for services was submitted to Albany in
July based on sketchy information with a goal of a completely researched
and comprehensive plan for 1976 The intent of Title XX is community in-
volvement to avoid duplication of services and to set community priorities
for the use of available service monies
Title XX requires a specific application to determine eligibility for Social
Services A reporting system to record who is being served and the kinds of
services being given is an integral part of Title XX
The Services Division continues to service clients under the following
categories
I ADULT AND FAMILY UNIT
Services single adults, families with children and without children Some
of examples of services are emergency services, educational training, family
planning, health-related services, home delivered meals, homemaker/house-
keeper, home management, services to blind, assisting persons to remain in
community or return to the community from institutions, paternity and
support actions, etc
II CHILD WELFARE UNIT
Handles adoptions, foster care for children, counsels unmarried mothers,
provides home management counseling,: parent education, conducts Family
Court-ordered custody investigations and private adoption studies, provides
services to families so foster care will not be needed, etc
III DAY CARE UNIT
Recruits and certifies Day Care Homes, approves placement of children in
these homes, arranges payment for Day Care if family is eligible for subsidy,
etc
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IV CHILD PROTECTIVE UNIT
Investigates all complaints of child abuse, neglect, or maltreatment, provides
and obtains necessary services
COUNTY HOME
As a unit of the Tompkins County Department of Social Services, the Tompkins
County Home and Farm are maintained to provide a controlled environment for
persons who are unable to function in a private setting The Home is an approved
Domicilary Care Facility under the Board of Social Welfare and one of two or
three in New York State which still operates its farm The farm is maintained to
provide food for the Home including therapy of those residents able to par-
ticipate The Home's location on Perry City Road just off Route 96, makes it
ideal for the person with a rural background or the urbanite who appreciates
the peace and tranquility of the countryside.
The home provides food, shelter, special diets when necessary, assistance with all
activities of daily living and a therapeutic, recreational and diversionary ac-
tivity program for all residents Care and supervision are provided on a twenty-
four hour basis
A total number of 23 725 days of resident care was given during 1975
FINANCIAL REPORT
1975 1975
Total Appropriation—$10,351,214 00 Total Expenditures—$10,418,145 25
ANNUAL REPORT
SURROGATE COURT CLERK
(Submitted by E R Carpenter, Clerk)
TO THE TOMPKINS COUNTY BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
THE SURROGATE COURT FEES FOR THE YEAR 1975 ARE IN THE AMOUNT
OF $19,602 00
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY AIRPORT
Submitted by John J Joubert, Manager
The major accomplishments during 1975 include A Medium Intensity Ap-
proach Light System with Runway Alignment Indicator Lights were installed on
Runway 32, placement of siren on the North Hangar roof for warning system, new
access road for T -hangar tenants and FAA tower personnel was built and trees
in Southeast approach of Runway 32 were removed
I The restaurant's name was changed to "The Airport Lounge" and provided
good service to many a weary traveler Many youngsters passed through the
facilities on our guided tours, handled mostly by Chartair people
Allegheny Airlines actual departures were 6,470 with a total of 118,232 pas-
sengers There were 86 cancellations There were 35,695 lbs of airmail, 13,316
lbs air express and 415,347 lbs of air freight
Chartair, Inc actual departures were 794 with a total of 2,507 passengers
East Hill Flying Club—Active Membership -105, Total Aircraft Hours -
2660 44, Flight Tests—Private Certificates -23
Ithaca Limousine—Total of 9,715 passengers. Out of town trips -44
Record of Snowfall -57 5 inches
270 Tompkins County; 'New
ANNUAL REPORT
York
SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
Submitted by Louis J F.mmick, Sealer
Standards and Working Apparatus—Weights
Avoirdupois Metric No. Apothecary No.
Decimal No. Avoirdupois
10 lb -1 500 gram -1 4 dram -4
5 lb —1 200 gram -2 2 dram -2
2 lb -2 100 gram -1 1 dram -1
1 lb —1 50 gram -1 1/2 dram -1
8 oz —1 20 gram -2 1 s —2
4 oz -1 10 gram -1 1/2 s-1
2 oz —1 5 gram -1 10 gr —1
1 oz —1 2 gram -1 5 gr 1
1/2 oz —1 1 gram -1 2 gr -2
1/4 oz —1 500 mg —1 1 gr —1
1/16 oz -1 200 mg -2 5 gr -1
1/32 oz -2 100 mg -1 2 gr 1
50 mg —1 1 gr —1
20 mg —2 2 oz —2
10 mg —1
1 oz —1
The equipment listed above has been certified within five years Certificate No.
NY Eagle 74-3814
3-1
2-1
1-1
05-1
02-1
01-1
005-1
002-1
001-1
50 lb —9
25 lb -2
Capacity Measures—Liquid
Apparatus
5 gal —2
1/2 gal. —1
1 qt —1
1 pint -1
1/2 pint -1
3 gill —1
100 gal. -1
The equipment listed above has been
NY 75-19463, 74-2616, 742325, 74-20
Summary of Test Made -
Total Scales tested -983, percentage
tentage short -6 1
Steel tapes -1
Portable Balance -1
certified within five years, Certificate Nos
correct -91 0, percentage over -2 9, peril
-
Total measures tested -988, percentage correct -95 3, percentage over -2 3, per-
centage short -2A
Farm Milk tanks—Original Calibrations -6,11 recalibration -1, 205 (est) tanks
in jurisdiction
Weights tested -493, percentage correct -9714, percentage over— 4, percentage
short -2 2
Weighing and Measurements Commodities—Total packages weighed -11,833;
percentage correct 89 4, percentage over 3 0, percentage short -7 6 Total Bulk
Commodities weighed -604, percentage correct -90 6, percentage over -1 5, per-
centage short -7 9
General information There were 797 inspections
registered and all were investigated Therei was
gasoline complaints, and one complaint in regard 1
seven requests for recalibrating Farm Milk Tank
is spent doing Farm Tanks
(all types), Seven complaints
one IT Gas complaint, four
o short weight meat Received
Approximately 2 9% of time
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ANNUAL REPORT
FIRE AND DISASTER COORDINATOR
Submitted by John L Miller, Coordinator
(detailed report on file with Clerk)
In 1975 Fire Training Program has been most successful In the past year
Tompkins County was allotted 492 training hours by the New York State Division
of Fire Prevention and Control Tompkins County has two certified Instructors—
Theodore Szymanski and John Miller
In April we had a County -wide Disaster Drill This drill was held at Ithaca
College and simulated a fire on the seventh floor of the East Tower At this drill,
Ithaca Fire Department, under the direction of Deputy Chief Tuckerman, re-
sponded, from that point he requested County Control to put into action the
Disaster Plan This in turn brought m City Police, Tompkins County Sheriff, New
York State Police, Cayuga Heights Police, Cornell Safety and Ithaca College
Safety, Tompkins County Hospital along with Hospital Ambulance Service, County
Ambulance Service, Perkins Ambulance with personnel Also ambulances from
Trumansburg, Groton, Lansing and Slaterville County Fire Coordinator's Vehicle
with its portable Air System, supplied air for the many breathing systems used
This drill was of great help in further developing County -wide Disaster Plans
As in the past three years, there is an increase in emergency alarms handled
at Tompkins County Emergency Control This 37% increase is due to the most part
to county residents use of the one phone number for emergency services, both
volunteer ambulance and commercial ambulance services along with fire Also
we receive numerous calls for Police Service from the Groton and Speedsville
exchange, as this is the only way they make contact toll free Our records show
that we received 26,755 phone calls asking for help or information
With our cross-reference of assessment map numbers, roads, individual
property owner's names, buildings, mobile home parks, schools, churches and
apartments, we assist Pohce, Utility Companies and others in their search for
locations
The following is the break -down of alarms for 1975 FIRES Apartments -94,
Dwellings -272, rooming houses -11, mobile homes -31, dormitories -116, store
and offices -53; manufacturing -16, schools and colleges -174, institutions -38,
public assembly -42, farm buildings (barns) -36, mis —26, motor vehicles -149,
marine craft -1, outdoor fires -68, railroad right -of -way --4, brush and grass -
125; malicious false -116, and mutual aid --179
AMBULANCE CALLS. Groton F D —213, Lansing F D —183, Slaterville Springs
F.D —106; Trumansburg-220, County Ambulance -240, Hospital Ambulance -
258, Perkins Ambulance -148, Interlaken F D —3, Moravia F D —1
272 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
Submitted by Robert L Howard, Sheriff
(detailed report on file with Clerk)
According to reports received from the Department of Criminal Justice Serv-
ices, the Sheriff's Department had 965 crimes of a serious nature, felonies and
misdemeanors, reported in the first eleven months of last year The New York
State Police in Tompkins County received 388 such complaints and all other vil-
lage police departments had a combined total ofl 146 The overall total for the
County was 1,466 The Ithaca Police Department and college safety divisions are
not included in this figure
Youth programs sponsored by the Sheriff's Department continue to thrive
Departmental training of personnel continues in training schools and Basic
Training Schools. We have had a great deal 'of help in our training efforts from
other police agencies and the Tompkins -Cortland Community College Recently
one of our deputies saved the life of a man who was overcome by smoke in his
burning trailer Deputy Day dragged the man from the trailer and applied mouth
to mouth resuscitation Deputy Day recently completed Basic Training School and
was taught the skill of applying mouth to mouth resuscitation at this school
During 1975, those juveniles petitioned to Family Court or referred to the
Probation Department numbered 60 which was slightly reduced from 1974 The
number of warnings issued was 141, which was th'e same as in 1974 There was a
total of $1,868 00 paid through restitution by juveniles in 1975 There was a total
of 309 juvenile cases
The year 1975 was a very safe boating season Two minor accidents were
investigated by Deputy Morris Harper A total of forty-nine complaints were
received and acted upon Twenty-one summonses were issued for improper life
saving equipment, speeding and improper water skiing One hundred and seventy
vessels were checked for equipment with many warnings issued
Complaints handled by this department Animals -235, arson -4, assault -
58, assist to other departments -128; automobilesi 212, burglary -319, checks -
176; children -19; civil action -71, conservation -84, criminal mischief -349,
disorderly conduct -534, deaths -54, domestic -221, doors/lights/alarms-462,
extortion -1, fires -121, fireworks -9, forgery!17, frauds -10; larceny -737,
tittering -39, liquor law violation -2, lost and found -129, missing person -
172, narcotics -32, navigation -54; peddlers and pawnbrokers -9, persons ill/
injured -97, prisoners -5, public health violation -5, public safety situation -
56, riots -1, resisting arrest -1, robbery -L5, 'sex crimes -12, trespassing -
233, unclassified -263, v&t violations -432, 1weapons-30, warrants -168 Total
complaints -5,566
Total amount of stolen property -$209,192 62 Total amount of stolen
property recovered -$79,427 37 11
Sheriff's Department Arrests burglary -IT -42, robbery -1, arson -2, rape -
1, grand larceny -3, petit larceny -172, criminal mischief -17, disorderly con-
duct -14, forgery -6, issuing bad checks -11, driving while intoxicated -106,
public intoxication -25, narcotic drug laws -12, criminal trespass -23, theft of
services -9, obstructing governmental administration -4, family offenses -14,
unauthorized use of motoi vehicle -5, assault! 39, violation of parole -8,
criminal possession of stolen property -14, violation of probation -8, warrants
for other departments -10, harassment --42, reckless endangerment -4, loiter-
ing -2, public lewdness -1, menacing -1, possession of weapons -5, resisting
arrest -1, civil -2, falsely reporting an incident -2, violation court order -3,
sexual abuse -2, fugitive from justice -3, violation of conditional discharge -2,
others -7 Total -623
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 273
Vehicle and Traffic Arrests Misdemeanois Driving while intoxicated -
106, leaving the scene of an accident -14, reckless driving -8, no insurance -
120; driving while license revoked -12, Driving while ability impaired -9 In-
fractions: consuming alcoholic beverage -4, following too closely -17, un-
licensed operator -120, unregistered motor vehicle -98, permitting unlicensed
operation -7, unregistered motorcycle -20, unlicensed operator motorcycle -12,
speeding -445, stop sign -207, no inspection certificate -193, failure to yield
right of way -39, improper passing -60, unsafe tires -106, improper turn -26,
failure to keep right -101, insufficient lights -89, miscellaneous infractions -
109, inadequate muffler -30, studded tires -36; failure to yield emergency
vehicle -5, failure to stop (red fight) -37, switched plates -20
Traffic and Parking Arrest by Towns Ithaca -722, Lansing -776; Dryden -
351, Newfield -106, Ulysses -399, Danby -68, Groton -36, Caroline -60, En-
field -57. Total -2,575 Total amount of fines -$21,876 00
Civil Department Receipts for 1975-$257,256 88 Disbursements for 1975-
$257,256 88.
Report of Prisoners Total number of prisoners in custody December 31,
1975-19 Number of prisoners received during the year -1,060 Male and 126
Female. Highest number of inmates at any time during the year -43; lowest num-
ber of inmates at any time during the year -16, average number of inmates at
any time during the year (daily) -28.
Total number of meals served prisonei s -31,722 Average cost per meal-$ 75.
Miscellaneous Activities• Radio log transmissions -47,576, Civil Defense calls -
1,095; visitors to prisoners -1,256; day book entries -369, jail physician's calls -
177; summons served -2,884, executions served -607.
Crime of Prisoners Detained at County Jail
Number Sentenced
Admitted to Jail
Felonies 170 6
Misdemeanors -Offenses -Violations 666 165
Traffic Violations 71 31
Miscellaneous 70 7
Automobile Accidents Investigated There were 1,091
274 Tompkins County, New
York
TOMPKINS COUNTY CLERK
1975 ANNUAL REPORT
(Submitted by Lucille Grinnell)
Il
For the second consecutive year the economic situation of our country was
reflected in the revenues collected by the County Clerk's Office for services
rendered Although there was a decrease of $2,790 69 in revenues retained by
our office, taxes and license fees collected and remitted to other agencies in-
creased over 1974 by $82,195 37
There was a 10% decrease in real property recordings during 1975 as com-
pared with 1974 There were 1,783 passport applications processed during the
year, an increase of approximately 330 over 1974 New petitions for citizenship
totalled 117 and 113 new citizens were naturalized The sale of hunting and fish-
ing licenses decreased in the County office due to the availability of the licenses
from local stores
There were 220 more legal proceedings instituted during 1975 and a 30%
increase in the number of money judgments entered against individuals and
businesses Both Supreme and County Courts continued to be very active with
trial and special terms scheduled every month
A significant increase resulted in the collection of sales taxes from the casual
sale of motor vehicles This is mainly due to the implementation of new pro-
cedures in the collection of the tax as mandated to us by the State Department
of Taxation and Finance
Revenues collected during 1975 for services rendered are as follows
Deeds $10,880 00
Mortgages 9,775 25
Other Documents 8,154 25
Judgments 902 00
Sales Tax 8,07125
Certifications 955 70
UCC Filings 10,736 75
Notary Fees 33100
Passports 5,349 00
Naturalization 1,362 50
Conservation Licenses 2,447 96
Motor Vehicle Fees 61,903 25
Miscellaneous 18,092 15
Total
$138,961 06
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 275
The following is an accounting of the funds collected by the County Clerk's
Recording Office on behalf of other State and Federal Agencies
Sales Tax $228,027 42
Mortgage Tax (retained by County and apportioned
to City, Towns and Villages) 542,148 96
Conservation Licenses (Does not include Town sales) 16,804 25
Naturalization 1,362 50
Revenue Stamp Tax 39,235 35
Total $827,578 48
Total Fees 138,961 06
Total Revenues Collected $966,539 54
In the Motor Vehicle Office 31,597 transactions were processed Gross fees
collected totalled $1,282,216 95, $61,903 25 were retained as our fees, and the
balance was deposited to the account of the New York State Commissioner of
Motor Vehicles
Summary of fees
Recording Office
Motor Vehicle Office
$ 77,057 81
61,903 25
Total Fees remitted to the County Administrator $138,961 06
On November 4, 1975, Lucille Grinnell was elected to her first regular three-
year term as Tompkins County Clerk
On behalf of myself and the entire staff, I wish to thank the Board for its
support and guidance through 1975
I
276 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY SOIL AND WATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
(Detailed Report on file with Clerk of Board)
Landowner accomplishments with district assistance from January 1, 1975 to
December 31, 1975• Number of different landowners worked with -312, total
requests to district for technical assistance -751, number of landowners applying
a soil conservation practice -116, land management conservation plans prepared
—16, number of old plans revised -21, inventories and evaluations made on re-
source problems -193; number of units of governments assisted -25, detailed
inventories provided to units of government—I-16' groups serviced -1, groups
applying practices -1, pasture and hayland planting -38 acres; critical area
seeded down with technical assistance -23 acres, animal waste holding areas
constructed under SCS guidance -2, sod waterway constructed under SCS guid-
ance -5164 feet; diversion ditch built under SCS guidance -1211 feet, ponds
constructed under SCS guidance -10, open ditch constructed -2700 feet; debris
basins built -1, tree planting -34 acres, woodland improvement -50 acres; wood-
land harvest cut made -40 acres, strip cropping established under SCS guidance
—105 acres, title drains installed under SCS guidance -60,584 feet, housing
subdivision reviewed by SCS staff -18. Forestr's Report• Of 283 requests for
assistance, 263 were serviced 51 acres of timber stand improvement was com-
pleted on 10 properties and 13 timber sales'werel marked
Highlights of 1975 This year construction of permanent soil and water
conservation measures fell behind some of the I records set in 1974 The USDA
Soil Conservation Service, which provides the Tompkins County Soil and Water
Conservation District with technical staff, had adequate staff to meet most
Tompkins County needs and private contractors were readily available to do the
work Money for the landowner to carry out the work seemed to be the limiting
factor Application of strip cropping, sod waterway and underground drainage
were higher than in 1974. Special accomplishments in 1975 include
1. Drive -It -Yourself Tour of conservation practices was set up in the Town
of Dryden 8 stops were featured on the 32 mile i our.
2 On November 1, a delegation of agricultural officials from New Jersey
toured 2 milking parlor waste lagoons built with district assistance on two
Tompkins County farms
3 The District had an exhibit at the Tompkins County Fair
4. The first combination manure and milking parlor waste holding pit was
built on farm in Lansing with district assistance.
5. As a service to landowners, the district took orders for fish to stock ponds
and arranged with a private hatchery to supply the fish
6 Experimental planting of various plants
on a roadbank on State Route 13 by the Etna
Connecticut Hill Game Management Area ,
to control soil erosion were made
turnoff, on Route 34, 96 and on
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7. Provided evergreen tree seedlings to children at Glenwood Elementary
School to stimulate interest in conservation.
District Accomplishments: new cooperators signed up -5, number of land-
owners serviced -312; total services provided -758, cooperators applying prac-
tices -116, conservation plans made and revised -37, inventories and evaluations
made -193, units of government assisted -25, total services to government units
—43, studies made for government units -16, units of government applying Soil
Conservation Practices -0, subdivision plats reviewed -18, diversion ditches
built -1211, ponds built -10, grass waterway built -5164 feet, open ditch built -
2700 feet; strip cropping installed -105 acres, tile drainage installed 60,584
feet, milking waste lagoon built -1, manure holding areas -1
Outlook for 1976 Agricultural Outlook—The USDA Agricultural Stabiliza-
tion and Conservation Service has about 5,000 feet of sod waterway, 3,000 feet of
diversion ditch, 2 ponds, 100 acres of strip cropping and 30,000 feet of under-
ground drainage on which they have agreed to provide Federal cost sharing
but the work was not done this year It is anticipated that this work will be
done next spring Each season, more farmers are expressing interest in the Long
Term Agreement program that the ASCS has. Under this program, ASCS
office provides cost sharing to carry out a complete soil and water conservation
plan on a farm. The N Y S Legislature, during the past session, passed an
amendment to the Soil and Water Conservation District Law requiring that all
agricultural producers must apply to the local Soil and Water Conservation
District for a farm conservation plan by 1978 No penalties were attached to the
law. What effect this law will have is uncertain
Financial Report: Receipts—$12,354 87 Disbursements—$12,354 87
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ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Submitted by Frank R Liguori, Planning Commissioner
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Planning is essentially a process to assist and improve decision making The
County Planning Department has a charter designated role in this general area
It fulfills this role by the following broad actidrties
—Preparation of an area -wide comprehensive plan for the development of
the county as a proper frame of reference for decision making at all levels of the
government.
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— Provide technical service and project planning for county government
—Provide technical service in planning and zoning matters for local govern-
ment, at their request
— Serve as a resource and information center for planning activities in the
county and related regional, state, and federal information
— Serve as a resource for and assist municipalities and other organizations
in the gaining of funding for appropriate programs through state, federal, and
other funding sources.
— Assist in the coordination and integration of planning activities in the
county
The Planning Department operated with a full staff compliment during the
year effectively utilizing special talent, often on a part time basis, to accomplish
special tasks
In the interest of brevity, the major'activities of the Planning Department
are listed in excerpt form
Comprehensive Planning Program
Activities in the development of an area -wide comprehensive plan continued
with financial assistance from the U S Department of Housing and Urban De-
velopment and the NYS Department of State in the amount of $20,000 In ad-
dition, the Planning Department received about $6,000 more in state funding for
staff services provided to the Environmental Management Council Since all of
the county planning activities are done "in-house" without the need for con-
tractual consulting services, the state and federal grants (in effect) reduce the
County Planning Department's budget by the amount received
During the past few years the Planning Department has been carrying on
detailed planning studies and report preparation in those functional areas which
are important to community development The functional areas include the fol-
lowing human resources, the economy, the environment (both natural and man-
made), land use, community facilities, housing and transportation These func-
tional area studies were integrated during the year into a basic comprehensive
planning document which was published and made available to people and
municipalities for comment and discussion An important feature of the compre-
hensive plan is the "Policy Plan" which was prepared with the advice and as-
sistance of the County Planning Board The "Policies Plan" states the goals that
the people and municipalities of the county hope to strive to achieve in each of the
functional areas, the objectri, es which may be accomplished along the direction
of the goals, and the governmental and other policies which will be necessary to
implement programs to achieve the objectives
As part of this effort, the following reports were completed and published
during the year
— ANALYTIC BASE, a summary of the major findings and conclusions of
the several preliminary reports prepared and published previously
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—A suggested POLICIES PLAN, which presents many of the community
issues and problems, suggested goals an -1 objectives in many areas of community
concern It is preliminary in that it will be amended to reflect consensus input
by people and municipalities
—ENVIRONMENTAL IMAGE This is basically a framework for the
analysis of environmental characteristics which affect development It outlines
a format to assess the impact of development on various environmental factors
—HIGHLIGHTS of the comprehensive plan which presents the plan in a
popular form for easy reading, discussion and input
Perhaps the most cogent features of the comprehensive plan are the alterna-
tive future settlement and activity patterns within the county The County Plan-
ning Department, County Planning Board, and the Environmental Management
Council and several other organizations have agreed that the so-called "selective
community" pattern for future development is the most advantageous for the
county At the present time the alternative settlement patterns, paricularly the
selective community pattern, are being discussed before municipal boards, civic
associations, and other groups It is quite apparent that' there is strong support
for the selective community concept
Under the enabling legislation of the State of New York, the responsibility
tor land use management is vested with each individual city, town and village
Since there is often a tendency on the part of individual municipalities to pursue
their own interests, often without regard to the county -wide interest, the im-
portance and value of a comprehensive plan at the county level becomes evident
It is the purpose of the comprehensive plan, and in particular the suggestions
for future settlement patterns, to provide a framework for common direction
so that actions by individual governments will be along a common desirable di-
rection During 1976, the Planning Department and the Planning Board will
pursue the "selective community pattern" concept vigorously It is hoped that
county government will see fit to endorse the concept to pave the way for con-
sideration by each individual municipality The County Planning Department
will assist each municipality in adjusting land use controls to conform with the
general concepts of the plan
The County Planning Board
The County Planning Board continued to grow in stature during the year
The organization of the Board as a "coalition" with representation by each mu-
nicipality and by all of the major agencies and organizations that have an active
role in functional planning, is living up to expectations Attendance at the Plan-
ning Board meetings is very good, interest is strong, and participation is good
The Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month
The Board has several Standing Committees, including Transportation, the
Policies Plan, Board Structure, Housing, and Historical Preservation The Trans-
portation and Policies Planning Committees were particularly active during the
year At the request of the Planning and Public Works Committee, the Planning
Board sponsored an Ad Hoc Youth and Recreation Service Committee to study
the structure of youth and recreation services in the county and to make recom-
mendations for improvements A draft report has been published and it is quite
likely that a final report will be mad. early in 1976
The Planning Board and the Environmental Management Council jointly
sponsored a forum to discuss the proposals for the designation of Fall Creek as
a recreational iivei under State law
Southern Tier East Reginal Plannenq Development Board
Tompkins County continues to be an active member of the Southern Tier
East Regional Planning Development Board, an Appalachia Region oriented
Board The county was represented by Robert Bruce and Ruth Pettengill for
the first six months and by Roger Morse and Hugh S MacNeil for the last six
months Frank Liguori served for the entire year
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The Regional Planning Board was reorganized during the year and the head-
quarters was moved from Norwich to the Broome County Office Building in
Binghamton The staff was also reorganized and now works closely with the
Broome County Planning Department staff The result has been a significant
strengthening of the organization and staff.
The main thrust of the regional planning program is in the preparation of
an annual investment plan for funding assistance by the Appalachia Regional
Commission, assistance in economic development, local planning assistance (pri-
marily for those counties without local staff potential and support), coordination
of planning activities involving interaction between counties, and a modest region-
al planning effort Of particular interest to legislators is the opportunity foi
Appalachia Regional Commission funding for various projects and programs
Agencies and governments in Tompkins County will receive approximately Y4
million dollars of Appalachia Regional Commission funding in fiscal year 1976
First efforts to obtain a grant to fund the Tompkins County Hospital were not
successful Efforts are continuing
Local Planning Assistance
The Planning Department continued to provide planning assistance to local
municipalities at their request Under the provisions of Section 239 of the General
Municipal Law, the Planning Department I reviewed 32 official referrals by
mumcipahties for proposed zoning changes and developments which were within
designated areas of possible impact with other municipalities, county or state
facilities Appropriate recommendations were made In addition, several mu-
nicipalities requested assistance in the review of other proposals Special planning
assistance was provided to the Village of Lansing to assist in the review of their
land use policies and controls Planning assistance was also provided for the
Town of Danby in revision of zoning and subdivision ordinances
With the completion of the basic comprehensive planning studies, the Plan-
ning Department will be in a stronger position to offer more assistance to local
municipalities.
The Department maintained close working relationships with the City and
Ithaca Town Planning staff, taking every opportunity possible to interact on
various activities
Special Planning Studies and Activities
The Planning Department assisted county government and the County Air-
port in the preparation of an Airport Master Plan funded by the Federal Avi-
ation Administration, utilizing the services of a consultant The Plan was pub-
lished during the year and given wide circulation It will form the basis for
future decision making at the Airport
The County Board of Representatives joined with the counties of Cayuga and
Cortland on a Tri -County Solid Waste Recovery Study Each county appointed
representatives to a Steering Committee The Commissioner of Planning served
as Chairman of the Steering Committee The report was prepared through 140%0
State funding through the services of consulting engineers The published report
was given wide circulation The study activities will continue during 1976 to re-
fine the studies and develop the mechanisms, for implementation and to resolve
several remaining issues In the meantime, the counties of Chemung and Steuben
have shown interest in participation with other counties.
The County Planning Department participated in an evaluation of the socio-
economic impacts of the proposed NYSEG coal generating power plant (Cayuga
Station) under consideration by the Public Service Commission The report was
prepared through the services of consultants through special funding from the
Public Service Commission. The published report was given wide distribution
The Planning Department assisted a special Rt. 13 Task Force Committee ap-
pointed by the State Department of Transportation to study the alternative pro-
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posals for a new Rt 13 from Warren Road to Cortland A counterpart group
in Cortland County looked at the proposals within that county As a result of
these activities, the Special Task Group prepared recommendations for a new cor-
ridor as opposed to improvements of Rt 13 along the existing alignment as pro-
posed by NYS DOT The Cortland County group is still studying the matter
Early in 1976, the two groups will prepare a joint statement for consideration
by NYS DOT
At the present time transportation planning in Tompkins County is frag-
mented among several special committees, functioning more or less independently
Near the end of the year, the Planning Department prepared a report which
recommends the consolidation of all transportation planning (on a multi -modal
basis) under an inter -municipal concept called the Ithaca -Tompkins County
Transportat,on Commission It is hoped that the report will stimulate an early
consolidation of this important function.
Project Planning
The Planning Department continued to assist the Board of Representatives
and county departments in initiating and carrying out special project plans Some
of the more significant projects are as follows
The Department continued to assist in developing proposals for improved
allocation of office space for the county government functions in the Court House
area This included a program for the use of the Old Court House, currently
under reconstruction, and the provision of interim space for the Sheriff's Depart-
ment during the reconstruction period The Department coordinates the federal
funding arrangements Federal funding assistance also includes costs for re-
location of the Sheriff, the Office of Economic Opportunity Corporation, and the
DeWitt Historical Society
The Department assisted county government on matters concerned with the
Boardman House.
The Department continued to assist the Airport Manager and the Depart-
ment of Public Works in the packaging of proposals for federal, state, and
Appalachia Regional Commission funding for Airport improvements including
the removal and relocation of the WHCU radio tower, the preparation and instal-
lation for an instrument landing system, the purchase of crash, fire and rescue
equipment and the provision of security fencing An application has also been
submitted for other improvements in 1976, including a second crash, fire and
rescue truck, the construction of a CFR and maintenance building, improvements
in security fencing, and related activities
The Department continued to assist the Industrial Development Agency in
the development of the Industrial Park concept on Warren Road in the vicinity
of the Airport Through funding assistance from the Appalachia Regional Com-
mission and the Farmers Home Administration, grants have been dedicated for
the extension of water and sewer. the construction of a fire safety pond, im-
proved drainage, and improvements to Warren Road
The Department served as coordinators in connection with the combining of
access driveways from various establishments at the intersection of Rt 13 and
Triphammer Road under construction during the year
A fifth Agricultural District was established in the Town of Danby The
Planning Department plays a leading role in the preparation of plans, the pack-
aging of proposals, and the administration of Agricultural Districts There are
now five Agricultural Districts in the county with a combined acreage of 66,155
and representing 22% of the land area of the county Discussions are underway
for possible future Agricultural Districts in the Towns of Caroline, Newfield, and
Enfield.
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Participation in Other Community Planning Activities and Organizations
The Planning Department continued with active participation and cooper-
ation with many organizations as follows.
—The Commissioner of Planning serves as Secretary of the County Water
Agency and the County Sewer Agency The County Sewer Agency is currently
overseeing a Comprehensive Sewerage Study for the entire county through State
Department of Environmental Conservation funding A draft report has been
prepared and will be published early in 1976.
—The Department participates in they 'County Human Service Coalition and
provides some staff service to the Coalition The Commissioner of Planning is a
member of the Executive Committee i
— A staff member serves on the County Area Beautification Council
—The Department provides staff assistance to the Environmental Manage-
ment Council II
— The Planning Commissioner is an Ex) Officio member and Acting Secretary
of County Sewer District No. 1 He also serves) as a member of the County In-
dustrial Development Agency and is Chairman of the Tompkins County Transit
Committee which is overseeing a county -wide Transit Study under preparation
by Professor Arnim Meyburg of Cornell University. This study is funded by the
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— Planning Department staff members' participate in numerous other meet-
ings, speak before many groups and civic organizations These activities provide
the Department with an opportunity to better understand the concerns, needs,
and desires of people and organizations 1
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ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY HISTORIAN
Submitted by Patrick A Foltz, County Historian
(detailed report on file with Clerk of the Board)
During the past year, the County Historian's function, has focused on two
major activities—one, the collection, preservation and processing of materials
relevant to county history; the other, the coordination of town oriented projects
run by local historians or historical groups In each area significant progress has
been made
Since my appointment in 1973, a portion of working time has been spent
sorting, culling, and generally reorganizing the documents, manuscripts, photo-
graphs and correspondence designated as the property of the County Historian
Recently the Historical Society received a grant to hold a "Community His-
tory Day" at the museum The purpose of the event was to encourage people to
bring in personal possessions of historical significance to be photographically
documented In this way the Society could increase the depth of its research col-
lections without depending upon the outfight donation of these items, any of
which are considered family heirlooms that would never be given to the museum
For the most part, the events have generated a good deal of public enthusiasm
and have produced a wealth of previously -undiscovered materials on the social
and economic history of the area
As usual, institutions and agencies affiliated or identified with Tompkins
County receive countless requests for information about various aspects of
County History Requests sent to the Library, Chamber of Commerce, and County
Clerk are forwarded to the County Historian's office to be answered Counting
these inquiries and those sent to the County Historian care of the Historical
Society, over 100 requests were received and answered The great majority of
these letters requested genealogical references, though questions about the Ithaca
Calendar Clock Company, the movie -making industry in Ithaca and railroads are
common
Since January 1975, we have provided over 25 programs for interested
groups within the community The lecture and slide programs have been well re-
ceived by the Sertoma Clubs, the two Ithaca Rotary Chapters, the Federation of
Women's Clubs, Ithaca High School, and Ithaca College's Bicentennial course,
"Tompkins County The Human Enterprise, 1776-1976'
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THE TOMPKINS COUNTY OFFICE
FOR THE AGING
ANNUAL REPORT -1975
The Tompkins County Office for the Aging officially opened March 1, 1975 In
its first 10 months of operation it accomplished the following:
1. Established an Advisory Committee.
2 Leased office space furnished and equipped it
3 Hired three full time staff (Director, Aging Services Specialist, Secre-
tary).
4. Researched federal and state program mandates for Area Agencies on
Aging. 1
5. Set up administrative systems to facilitate reporting of financial and
programmatic data to the Board of Representatives, the New York State
Office for the Aging and the Tompkins County community at large
6 Researched and established resource files, in the areas of gerontology,
geriatrics, physical handicaps related to the aging process, legislation
impacting upon older persons, potential sources of funding for program
aimed at the elderly, supporting services1 to older persons, trends in
national, state, and local service systems which affect older persons, and
related topical files The availability of this information was communi-
cated to all appropriate community groups1
7. Established working relationships with those public and private service
agencies and organizations working with older citizens
8. Made contact with groups of older I, persons in the county, including
Senior Citizen Council units, residents ofl domiciliary care, health re-
lated and skilled nursing facilities, and various housing units for older
persons.
9. Employed and trained three full time outreach workers (CETA-funded)
to act as information and referral, Problem -solving, and advocacy per-
sonnel in relation to individual older persons
10 Contracted with the Community Transit System of the City of Ithaca,
the Town of Ithaca and the Ellis Hollow Apartments for the extension
of an experimental bus service to older persons through 1975
11. Operated a Dial -A -Ride Service for older persons in the Ithaca City
Area.
12 Steered the Nutrition for the Elderly Program through long negotiations
in regard to the sponsorship of that program resulting in its sponsor-
ship by a private community organization (The Salvation Army) for
1976 and beyond
13 Assisted in the application for funding and the later establishment of a
home winterization program for low-income and elderly persons through
the Economic Opportunity Corporation
14 Provided informational support to a Cooperative Extension newsletter,
the Seasoned Citizen, aimed at low-income elderly
15 Provided informational and financial support for a county -wide news-
letter, the Senior Circle in a joint effort with the Senior Citizens Council
16 Prepared and published a Resource Directory for Older Persons in Tomp-
kins County
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17. Operated, in cooperation with the county Department of Social Services,
an Information and Referral Resource System This has included the
recording of data for use by the county and various agencies in planning
for a central information and referral system
18. Provided a bi-monthly training session for other agency personnel on
services available to older people in Tompkins County from September to
November
19 Prepared a 1976 Area Plan outlining the office activities for its next
fiscal year, seeking maximum citizen input into that planning, pro-
gramming and budgeting process.
A full annual report and evaluation will be made to the Board of Representatives
in April 1976 by the Advisory Committee An annual assessment of the office is
also made by the Field Representative of the New York State Office for the Aging
and will be forwarded to the Board of Representatives before June Both will be
on file with the Clerk of the Board
ANNUAL REPORT
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Submitted by Anne Bodman, Investigator
(detailed report on file with Clerk of Board)
The Human Rights Commission was established by Resolution No 290 of the
County Board of Representatives under provision of N Y S General Municipal
Law, Article 12-D Under this legislation, the mandate to the Commission is to
promote mutual respect, understanding, and equality for all members of the
community In order to comply with this charge, the Commission serves in two
ways—by listening and responding to expressed concerns and by actively pro-
viding information and educational programs designed to increase public aware-
ness on human rights issues As a part of fulfilling these responsibilities, the
Commission offers specific information about the Human Rights Law, assists
persons in the handling of grievances, and receives and forwards formal com-
plaints to the State Division of Human Rights, the state agency responsible for
investigating and resolving alleged violations of the Human Rights Law Wher-
ever possible, it is the policy of the Commission to attempt a local resolution of
difficulties and reconciliation of the parties involved
The Commission's efforts in these directions have been greatly facilitated by
strong support at both the state and local level Throughout the year we were
fortunate to have a representative from the Regional Office of the State Division
of Human Rights at each meeting On the local level, Beverly Livesay and Erie
J. Miller, Jr have served as helpful and supportive liaisons to the County Board
of Representatives as has County Attorney Robert Williamson Many county
groups have participated in projects with the Commission
Two important changes in the structure of the Commission were the hiring
of an Investigator and the opening of an office In February 1975 Anne Bodman
was hired as part time Investigator and assumed principal responsibility for re-
sponding to inquiries to the Commission and providing necessary information
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or assistance When referral of a formal complaint must be made to the State
Division of Human Rights, she works with the complainants in preparing com-
plaints and continues to be available as liaison between complainant and the
Regional Office during investigation In addition td these duties, the Investigator
acts on the Commission's business and, in meetings (with employers, realtors, local
establishments and interest groups, provides information about the Human Rights
Law In August, an office was opened at 206 N Cayuga Street
During 1975, the commission held four public meetings to provide forums for
discussions of issues and interpretation of laws On the first occasion, a film
was shown honoring Martin Luther King A second meeting was held to educate
the public on recent legislation concerning the rights of disabled persons and
rights in the area of credit Together with the Women's Community Building, the
Commission sponsored an evening on the subject oflwomen's rights with speakers
representing the Lieutenant Governor's Office, the State Division of Human
Rights, and an attorney who discussed legal matters of particular interest to
women Finally, the Commission offered its facilities for a presentation by rep-
resentatives from the United Farms Workers
With the additions of an Investigator and an office, utilization of the com-
mission's services markedly increased and the Commission was able to respond
more quickly and effectively to inquiries For example, in 1974 the Commission
kept records of 98 calls, representing about 78 inquiries covered by the Human
Rights Law, of these 8 were referred to the State Division of Human Rights for
investigation During 1975, the Commission received 246 calls, almost 21/2 times
as many as the previous year, and there were 27 formal complaints
As in previous years, more questions were in the area of employment than
in any other area, and for the first time inquiries alleging discrimination be-
cause of sex outnumbered inquiries alleging discrimination because of race, color,
or national origin Of the 15 formal complaints involving sex discrimination, 13
were filed by women and 2 by men New coverage for age and disability dis-
crimination also accounted for the broader range of inquiries than in previous
years
During 1975 the Commission was called 'upon by members of the gay com-
munity and by the Charter and Ordinance Committee of Common Council to study
and evaluate a proposed Human Rights Bill for the City of Ithaca The Commis-
sion set up a Task Force to consider the proposal, and in October the Commission
issued a report which suggested some changes and recommended that Common
Council enact legislation guaranteeing rights equally to all residents of the City
The Commission realizes that not all members of the community choose to
voice their concerns and that many of these may go unrecognized and unmet In
an effort to increase awareness and discover these needs, the Commission has
begun to work with the Ithaca Video Project in the production of a documentary
video tape questioning local citizens as to their feelings and experiences on the
issues of human rights and discrimination We anticipate the cooperation of many
groups throughout the County during the production of this tape Upon com-
pletion, the tape will be available to local groups, schools, TV, and, eventually, to
other communities
Financial Statement—Budgeted—$5,474 50 Spent $5,044 41 ($266 for rent
came from separate funds )
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ANNUAL REPORT
DEWITT HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF TOMPKINS COUNTY
Submitted by Armand L Adams, President
(detailed report on file with Clerk of Board)
Again we have had a successful and productive year Most of the "kinks" in
the Society's activities have been ironed out However, some of our objectives in
internal organization and better public relations to improve our public image and
establish our identity have yet to be attained
Every single artifact and archival record has finally been removed from the
Old Court House For the most part they are all located in our present quarters
here in the Clinton House Some larger artifacts and particularly farm equipment
are stored in theo barn at the Frear House
Total Expenditures for 1975—$52,777 46 Total receipts for 1975—$56,928 55
On June 1, 1974 we had 332 members, today we have 359—only a slight in-
crease This is one of the areas where attention is required
During the year Patrick Foltz was officially appointed the Tompkins County
Historian by the County Board of Representatives and confirmed by the State
Historian
Since taking office as Director, Mr and Mrs Foltz have served as cus-
todians and tenants of the residence on the Frear Farm
After July 1, 1974, the effective date of the transfer of the legal title to the
Frear Farm, the maintenance of the farm became the responsibility of the own-
ers—the DeWitt Historical Society and the Westhill Cemetery Association Be-
ginning July 1, 1974, the two organizations, acting through their respective presi-
dents and with board authority, undertook the operation of a fruit farm This
operation continued 10 months, until May 1, 1975 The operation was conducted
under the name "Indian Creek Farm "
This "operation" of the Indian Ci eek Farm has been a "holding" operation,
because no decision has been made as to the ultimate future use of either our or
the Cemetery's property Our concern was that it not deteriorate in value as it
would if it were not cultivated and improved
Neither of the organizations is in a position to continue a farming operation
Accordingly, we have been making long-range plans for the operation of the
farm Through the fine work of Stanley W Warren, we have been able to
negotiate a two-year lease (with renewal option) of the farm operation with
Richard L Perry, a nearby and competent farmer The lease in its final form will
be presented for approval to the Board of Trustees at its meeting tonight
Every expectation is that in the future, while we are making a decision as to
the ultimate use of the farm, the farm will not only cost us nothing but by good
husbandry it will be improved and there will be income to the Society to defray
the expenses of maintaining the residence and some
Two special Bicentennial activities begun this year, which will continue
through December 31, 1976, are underway
By resolution of the County Board of Representatives, the Society was desig-
nated as the official agency to administer funds of and assist the promotion and
program of the County Bicentennial Commission Patrick Foltz has been desig-
nated as a member of the Commission and Alice Hemenway has been engaged
half-time as Executive Secretary Both work with Charlie Chatfield who is chair-
man of the County Bicentennial Commission A separate account has been set up
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and disbursements made, as authorized by the Commission, by the Society
Treasurer A written policy statement has been executed by the Society and the
Commission to indicate the responsibilities of the two agencies
The Eight Square School is again functioning as a school Through the
auspices of Stanley W Warren, a contractual agreement has been negotiated and
entered into by the Society and the Dryden Bicentennial Commission operating
under the corporate name of "Dryden Spirit of 1'76, Inc ", under which the corp-
oration will renovate, maintain and operate the school house It is expected that all
the 4th grade pupils in the public schools of the county and also as many other
grade classes as possible will spend at least a day in a "one room" school
BOCES has made and will in the future make extensive and badly needed re-
pairs to the school house and out -buildings They Ithaca -Cayuga Rotary Club do-
nated and erected a flag pole and the 4th grad students in the Dryden Schools,
by various fund raising activities, raised the money to purchase the American
flag which flies there
A movie showing the activities of the school and other Bicentennial proj-
ects has been made by the Ithaca College Visual FAids Department
The Society quarters now house the activities and provide meeting space
for historically related groups—the Spinners Guild, Finger Lakes Bottle Club
and Ithaca Geneological Society
We hosted the Ithaca Public Schools Art work exhibit In co-operation with
the Cornell University Johnson Museum and th'e Laboratory of Ornithology we
took part in a Fuertes Anniversary Exhibit—that located in the DeWitt Museum
consisting of personal memorabilia of Louis Agassiz Fuertes
The other exhibits "hung" or displayed during the year were Ithaca Pot-
teries, Winter Sports, Bottles, the Volunteer Fireman, Ithaca Views and the
History of the Clinton House.
A very successful Community History' Day was held May 10, 1975 at which
local residents communicated stories, contributed relics of local history with
which they were personally familiar.
Appropriate signs identifying the Society, its activities and open museum
days and hours have been posted beside the exterior entrance to the museum. The
famous "Firemen's Banner" has been framed arid has a place of honor in what
was formerly the Main Dining Room now known officially as the "Assembly
Room " The small dining room, which is restored to its early days has been
appropriately named the "1830 Room"
The Geneological Reading Room on the first floor off the main lobby has
been set up and a working library and research material made available It is
a busy place with someone working there almost all the time the offices and
museum are open to the public
Some of the goals we set for completion in 1974-75 are not completed The
most important is the publication of an Informational Brochure describing the
Society, its museum and activities and among other things, differentiating be-
tween the DeWitt Historical Society and Historic Ithaca, Inc
The "William Heidt Memorial Press" is not yet functional Problems have
arisen in the repair of the linotype press which was damaged during the move
from the Old Court House The letter press is operable. Because of the delay in
getting the press room operable, we have not printed, published or republished
any historical pamphlets or booklets Our Newsletter, sent quarterly to members,
has been printed by contract printers.
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 289
To the Honorable Board of Representatives
Tompkms County
Ithaca, New York 14850
Gentlemen
I am submitting herewith a report for the year 1975 showing appropriations,
expenditures, and balances in the various budgeted items, and the estimated and
actual income received
John J. Murphy
County Administrator
290 Tompkins County, New York
GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
1010 -BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
100 Personal Services 56,028 01 1 99 56,030 00
300 Supplies 8,384 00 8,384 00
400 Other Expense 5,616 00 5,616 00
70,028 01
199 70,030 00
1040 CLERK OF BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
100 Personal Services 28,203'53
300 Supplies 926 74
400 Other Expense 1,144 50
3 47 28,207 00
926 74
128 76 1,273 26
30,274'77 132 23 30,407 00
1111 COUNTY COURT -COUNTY CLERK
120 Personal Services 28,763
420 Other Expense 390
59 7,236 41 36,000 00
05 609 95 1,000 00
29,153 64 7,846 36 37,000 00
1112 COUNTY COURT -JUDGE JOHNSON
100 Personal Services 46,291 73 46,291 73
110 Special Judge 481 50 368 50 850 00
300 Supplies 864 01 864 01
400 Other Expense 3,972'58 674 68 4,647 26
51,609 82 1,043 18 52,653 00
1113 COUNTY COURT -JUDGE DEAN
100 Personal Services
210 Equipment
310 Supplies
410 Other Expense
43,670 49
450 00
714 75
4,482 09
43,670 49
450 00
714 75
4,105 67 8,587 76
49,317!33 4,105 67 53,423 00
1135 SUPREME COURT -COUNTY CLERK
110 Fees 15,516 89 10,483 11
300 Supplies 8199 91 01
400 Other Expense 1,11928 380 72
26,000 00
10000
1,500 00
16,645! 16 10,954 84 27,600 00
1136 SUPREME COURT -JUDGE BRYANT
220 Equipment
320 Supplies
420 Other Expense
430 Payments to State
40 00 40 00
54214 207 86 750 00
283 18 216 82 500 00
144,836!57 43 144,837 00
145,661 89 465 11 146,127 00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 291
1140 FAMILY COURT
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
44,676 13
625 87
4,251 26
7 87 44,684 00
17413 800 00
5,202 74 9,454 00
49,553 26 5,384 74 54,938 00
1145 SURROGATE COURT
100 Personal Expense
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
16,910 19
963 39
731 74
981
61
16,920 00
96400
731 74
18,605 32 10 42 18,615 74
1155 COMMISSIONER OF JURORS
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
14,219 61
401 88
824 45
7 39
14,227 00
40188
824 45
15,445 94 7 39 15,453 33
1160 COURT LIBRARY
300 Supplies
2,838 25 561 75 3,400 00
2,838 25 561 75 3,400 00
1165 DISTRICT ATTORNEY
100 Personal Services 74,568 85 609.66 75,178 51
200 Equipment 378 05 221 95 600 00
300 Supplies 3,674 98 1,925 02 5,600 00
400 Other Expense 23,517 16 1,682 84 25,200 00
102,139 04 4,439 47 106,578 51
1170 LEGAL DEFENSE OF INDIGENTS
,110 Adm Contract 4,000 00 4,000 00
120 Attorneys Fees 42,947 56 44 42,948 00
400 Other Expense 3,335 85 15 3,336 00
50,283 41
59 50,284 00
1180 JUSTICES & CONSTABLES
110 Fees
255 00 95 00 350 00
255 00 95 00 350 00
1185 MEDICAL EXAMINER & CORONER
100 Personal Services 10,47406
200 Equipment 257 39
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense 692 30
17 94
92 61
7 70
10,492 00
350 00
7 70
692 30
11,423 75 118 25 11,542 00
1190 GRAND JURY
110 Fees & Expense 8,395 36 3,604 64 12,000 00
8,395 36 3,604 64 12,000 00
292 Tompkins County; New York
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Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
1230 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
100 Personal Services 70;491 04 196 70,493 00
200 Equipment 1;863 80 .20 1,864 00
300 Supplies 1;779 00 29 1,779 29
400 Other Expense 14356.71 1,356 71
75;490 55 2 45 75,49300
1310 DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
67;296 14
1;500 00
7,232 72
13,4559 79
8,974 86
1,767 28
6,540 21
76,271 00
1,500 00
9,000 00
20,000 00
89,488.65 17,282 35 106,771 00
1355 ASSESSMENT -ADMINISTRATION 11
100 Personal Services 46,734 59 10 41 46,745 00
300 Supplies 1,630 24 76 1,631 00
400 Other Expense 2;330 86 2,330 86
50,695 69 11 17 50,706 86
1356 TAX MAP DIVISION
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
23,059 11
890 76
1;155 90
10 89 23,070 00
24 891 00
10 1,156 00
25,105 77 1123 25,117 00
1357 FIELD DIVISION , i
100 Personal Services 59,264 80 8 20 59,273 00
300 Supplies '1117 75 25 118 00
400 Other Expense 3,807 40 60 3,808 00
63,189 95 9 05 63,199 00
1358 ACCOUNTING DIVISION
100 Personal Services 22,727 93 7 07 22,735 00
300 Supplies 6,772 20 80 6,773 00
400 Other Expense 141,168 87 6,057 21 20,226 08
43,669 00 6,065 08 49,734 08
1362 TAX ADVERTISING
400 Expense
4',515 97 484 03 5,000 00
41,515 97 484 03 5,000 00
1364 EXP PPOP ACQUIRED TAXES
400 Expense
1,500 00 1,500 00
00 1,500 00 1,500 00
1410 COUNTY CLERK
100 Personal Services 65,457 69 86 31 65,544 00
200 Equipment 11733 75 733 75
300 Supplies 2,47803 2197 2,500 00
400 Other Expense 17,997 38 152.62 18,150 00
86;666 85 260 90 86,927.75
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 293
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
1411 DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
100 Personal Services 58,841 70 305 30 59,147.00
200 Equipment 316 25 316 25
300 Supplies 297 74 2 26 300 00
400 Other Expense 2,28016 19 84 2,300 00
61,735 85 327 40 62,063 25
1420 COUNTY ATTORNEY -LAW
100 Personal Services 35,827 46 2 54 35,830 00
300 Supplies 463 95 76 14 540 09
400 Other Expense 534.91 534 91
36,826 32 78 68 36,905 00
1430 PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION
100 Personal Services 52,902 39 2,963 61 55,866 00
200 Equipment 700 00 700 00
300 Supplies 3,914 75 25 3,915 00
400 Other Expense 18,821 09 18,821 09
410 P E R B 862 50 29 41 89191
77,200 73 2,993 27 80,194 00
1450 BOARD OF ELECTIONS
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
35,271 46
340 30
14180
4,067 26
540 54 35,812 00
340 30
258 20 400 00
722 44 4,789 70
39,820 82
1,521 18 41,342 00
1451 ELECTIONS
300 Supplies 7,90136 41164 8,313 00
400 Other Expense 6,836 37 3,550 63 10,387 00
14,737 73 3,962 27 18,700 00
1490 PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
100 Personal Services 27,238 01 5 99 27,244 00
27,238 01
5 99 27,244 00
1620 BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
410 Lights
420 Heat
430 Telephone
440 Water
460 Painting
470 Ct House & Jail Repairs
480 Repairs -County Grounds
51,787 59
2,231 22
13,631 76
12,519 90
29,181 47
1,644 80
473 35
7,263 34
133 09
54 41
268 78
31124
3,480 10
818 53
1,138 85
6,736 66
166 91
51,842 00
2,500 00
13,943 00
16,000 00
30,000 00
1,644 80
1,612 20
14,000 00
300 00
118,866 52 12,975 48 131,842 00
1640 CENTRAL GARAGE
300 Supplies 12,893 15 13,106 85 26,000 00
12,893 15 13,106 85 26,000 00
294 Tompkins County, New York
1670 CENTRAL PRINTING & MAILING
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
320 Print Room Supplies
400 Mail Room Other Expense
410 Print Room Other Expense
Expenditures
7,388 91
15,689 93
18,420'69
765 96
1,86145
Unexpended Appropr
5 09 7,394 00
07 15,690 00
59 18,42128
04 766 00
55 1,862 00
44,126 X94
6 34
44,133 28
SPECIAL ITEMS
1910 400 Unallocated Ins
1920 400 Municipal Assoc Dues
1930 400 Judgements & Claims
1950 400 Taxes & Assess Co Pr
1960 400 Unpaid School Taxes
1980 400 Prov For Uncoil Taxes
1990 400 Contingent Fund
10,766 50
2,00000
525 100
'11
297,500 X65
51,300 00
i
14,233 50
9,475 00
1,999 89
35
11 05
25,000 00
2,000 00
10,000 00
2,000 00
297,501 00
51,300 00
11 05
362,092 1,26 25,719 79 387,812 05
EDUCATION
2490 400 Community College
Tuition
2495 400 TC 3 Joint Tuition
2960 400 Handicapped Children
2981 400 County Ext Service
77,982 96
389,140 00
23,591'35
206,292 11
22,017 04 100,000 00
389,140 00
65 23,592 00
66 206,292 77
697,006 42 22,018 35 719,024 77
3110 SHERIFF
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
' 400 Other Expense
410 Radio Service
365,877 76
28,500 00
47,735 13
14,600 82
3,738 88
158 24 366,036 00
28,500 00
47,735 13
14,600 82
4,922 05
1,183 17
460,452 59 1,34141 461,794 00
3140 PROBATION
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
159,459 20
5,400 00
4,757 40
9,463 09
03 159,459 23
5,400 00
5,200 00
10,153 77
442 60
690 68
179,079 69 1,133 31 180,213 00
3145 PROBATION -INTENSIVE
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
400 Other Expense
810 Retirement
830 Social Security
840 Compensation
860 Health Insurance
SUPERVISION UNIT
14,490 88
512 22
10,123 37
2,720 00
914 98
29711
1,509 12
1,787 78
1,356 63
45 02
100 00
404 89
16,000 00
2,300 00
11,480 00
2,720 00
960 00
100 00
702 00
29,058 56 5,203 44 34,262 00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 295
3150 JAIL
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
410 Elevator Contract
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
66,696 04
319 95
26,497 60
13,130 30
1,532 40
279 96 66,976 00
05 320 00
40 26,498 00
70 13,131 00
60 1,533 00
108,176 29
28171 108,458 00
3410 FIRE & DISASTER COORDINATOR
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
210 Vol Radio Equip
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
52,275 08
11,087 56
23190
5,605 78
15,038 00
444
10
22
38 92
52,275 08
11,092 00
232 00
5,606 00
15,076 92
84,238 32
43 68
84,282 00
3510 400 CONTROL OF ANIMALS
25,053 00
25,053 00
25,053 00
00
25,053 00
3630 COUNTY SEALER
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
9,121 96
386 80
280 27
727 67
204
213 20
82 06
9,124 00
600 00
280 27
809 73
10,516 70
297 30
10,814 00
4010 PUBLIC HEALTH
100 Personal Services
110 Fees
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
810 Retirement
830 Social Security
840 Compensation
860 Health Insurance
346,155 60 10,15140
51,811 95 549 07
17,333 82
29,575 34 1,284 66
39,071 32 262 68
44,745 24
18,785 34 1,74169
2,392 22
8,740 67
356,307 00
52,361 02
17,333 82
30,860 00
39,334 00
44,745 24
20,527 03
2,392 22
8,740 67
558,611 50 13,989 50 572,601 00
4011 M A CONTRACT SERVICES
100 Personal Services
300 Supphes
400 Other Expense
810 Retirement
830 Social Security
840 Compensation
860 Health Insurance
8,134 07 11,865 93
13214 86
2,602 00
1,262 84 16
473 42 26 58
370 84
16
20,000 00
133 00
2,602 00
1,263 00
500 00
371 00
12,975 31 11,893 69
24,869 00
4012 4 HM Care Medicaid -Medicare
4042 4 Rabies Control Dogs
4046 4 Handicapped Children
4048 4 Adult Polio
4070 4 T B Care & Treatment
99,846 19
1,303 49
38,991 88
114 95
1,867 16
153 81
96 51
8 12
385 05
17284
100,000 00
1,400 00
39,000 00
500 00
2,040 00
142,123 67 816 33 142,940 00
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296 Tompkins County, New York
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
4080 COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH PLANNING
100 Personal Services 6,266 69 31 6,267 00
200 Equipment 150 00 150 00
300 Supplies 441 23 878 77 1,320 00
400 Other Expense 12,819 53 80 47 12,900 00
19,527 45 1,109 55 20,637 00
4220 4 NARCOTIC ADD CONTROL
213,122 68
85,556 32 298,679 00
213,122 68 85,556 32 298,679 00
4250 ALCOHOLIC ADDICTION
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
830 Social Security
840 Compensation
9,819 05
1,405 00
2,816 07
545 40
2,154 95
89 93
163 47
11 13
11,974 00
1,405 00
2,906 00
708 87
11 13
14,585 52 2,419 48 17,005 00
4310 MENTAL HEALTH
100 Personal Services 279,057 39 726 61 279,784 00
200 Equipment 3,536 00 3,536 00
300 Other Expense 3,881 72 3,881 72
400 Other Expense 55,182 52 48 55,183 00
410 Cert Med. Indigents 192 51 192 51
420 Psychiatric Exams 998 42 998 42
810 Retirement 24,514 96 04 24,515 00
830 Social Security 13,003 21 13,003 21
840 Compensation 1,50158 1,50158
860 Health Insurance 6,082 71 6,082 71
387,951 02
72713 388,678 15
4322 CONTRACTED MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
410 Special Childrens Center 89,705 34 66 89,706 00
420 Mental Health Assoc 14,406 34 1,57166 15,978 00
430 Family & Childrens Service 8,90100 11,516 00 20,417 00
440 Alcoholic Council 27,422 02 3,277 98 30,700 00
450 Challenge Industries 291,162 41 32,381 59 323,544 00
460 Youth Day Camp 6,832 86 2,767 14 9,600 00
470 Suicide Prevention 13,596 90 4 00 13,600 00
452,025 97 51,519 03 503,545 00
4390 4 PSYCHIATRIC EXPENSE 17,009 80 20 17,010 00
17,009 80 20 17,010 00
6250 CETA
100 Personal Services
420 Title I
430 Title VI
450 Title III Spedy
1
80,916 51
193,951'81
81,826 54
92,174 00
22,055 19
80,916 51
216,007 00
81,826 54
92,174 00
448,868 86 22,055 19 470,924 05
6326.4 EOC RENT
6,370 00 6,370 00
6,370 00 00 6,370 00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 297
1 Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
6380 FED AID EMERGENCY EMPLOYMENT
100 Personal Services 19,840 65 429 35 20,270 00
400 Other Expense 1,72164 7,231 31 8,952 95
21,562 29 7,660 66 29,222 95
6410 PUBLICITY
400 Finger Lakes Assoc 5,000 00 5,000 00
410 Chamber of Commerce 12,500 00 12,500 00
17,500 00
00 17,500 00
6510 VETERANS SERVICE AGENCY
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
410 Veterans Burials
17,839 35
356 91
1,373 56
4 65
43 09
451 44
5,000 00
17,844 00
400 00
1,825 00
5,000 00
19,569 82 5,499 18 25,069 00
7130 4 Fed Recreation Program
7320 4 Joint Youth Program
7320 460 Narcotics Mainline
7320 470 4H Clubs
1,939 00
950 00
7,616 27
4,715 00
1,939 00
950 00
6,335 73 13,952 00
4,715 00
15,220 27 6,335 73 21,556 00
7410 LIBRARIES
400 Finger Lakes Library Assoc 5,300 00 5,300 00
410 Libraries in Towns 3,000 00 3,000 00
8,300 00
00 8,300 00
7510 4 HISTORICAL SERV OTHER EXP
35,600 00 00 35,600 00
35,600 00 00 35,600 00
7550 CELEBRATIONS
410 Veterans Day 1,354 31 69 1,355 00
420 Bicentennial 5,000 00 5,000 00
1
6,354 31
69 6,355 00
7610 OFFICE OF AGING
1100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
X400 Other Expense
18,321 65
2,174 95
2,127 94
5,575 40
10,846 35
90 05
8,667 66
29,168 00
2,265 00
2,127 94
14,243 06
I
28,199 94 19,604 06 47,804 00
7620 4 ADULT RECREATION
9,500 00 9,500 00
9,500 00 00 9,500 00
298 Tompkins County, New York
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Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
8020 PLANNING DEPARTMENT j
100 Personal Services 93,067 46 263 54 93,331 00
200 Equipment 1300 00 300 00
300 Supplies 4,642 48 52 4,643 00
400 Other Expense 4,55418 4,55418
102,564 12 264 06 102,828 18
SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6010 ADMINISTRATION
100 Personal Services 860,742 87 860,742 87
200 Equipment 5,358 72 206 28 5,565 00
300 Supplies 46,331 58 42 46,332 00
400 Other Expense 126,977 32 126,977 32
500 Volunteer Services 2,105 68 2,105 68
810 Retirement 85;631 09 85,631 09
830 Social Security 56,990 34 2,738 75 59,729 09
840 Compensation 9,63195 9,63195
860 Health Insurance 27,920 01 99 27,921 00
1,221;689 56 2,946 44 1,224,636 00
6030 PUBLIC HOME
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
128;583 84
7,057 10
49,990 11
18,625 84
36816
1,942 90
13,884 05
128,952 00
9,000 00
63,874 16
18,625 84
204,256 89 16,195 11 220,452 00
6070 PURCHASE OF SERVICES
400 Expense 264,514 49
9,469 51 273,984 00
264,514 49 9,469 51 273,984 00
6090 FARM
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
20;578 71
1;850 00
17,'180 21
5,569 89
4,320 29
70 00
1,703 90
24,899 00
1,920 00
17,180 21
7,273 79
45,178 18
6,09419 51,273 00
SOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAMS
6101 Medical Assistance 4,348,496 59 38,627 60 4,387,124 19
6103 Aid to Aged, Etc 106,350 00 106,350 00
6109 Aid to Dependent Children 2,758,854 98 27,554 02 2,786,409 00
6119 Child Care 157,726 19 8,517 81 166,244 00
6123 Juvenile Delinquent Care 171,958 99 1 01 171,960 00
6129 State Training Schools 69,756 18 5,772 82 75,529 00
6140 Home Relief 1,058,768 21 60 1,058,768 81
6142 Emergency Aid to Adults 1,079 68 72 32 1,152 00
6148 Burials 9,864 68 1,043 32 10,908 00
8,682;855 50 81,589 50 8,764,445 00
Total Social Services 10,418,495 25 116,294 75 10,534,790 00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives ,299
8024 4 Joint Steering Comm
Cayuga Sta
8025 4 Joint Planning Board
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
25,000 00 25,000 00
1,900 00 1,300 00 3,200 00
26,900 00 1,300 00 28,200 00
8040 HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
3,613 08
50 00
130 00
1,717 63
275 92 3,889 00
50 00
130 00
25 70 1,743 33
5,510 71 301 62 5,812 33
8160 SANITARY LANDFILL
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
29,141 25
10,968 70
155,281 34
658 75 29,800 00
10,968 70
623 96 155,905 30
195,391 29 1,282 71 196,674 00
8710 NATURAL RESOURCES
410 Reforestation
420 Forest Fires
430 Boy Scouts of Amer
4,000 00 4,000 00
200 00 200 00
300 00 300 00
00 4,500 00 4,500 00
8720 4 FISH & GAME CONTROL 1,600 00 1,600 00
1,600 00
00 1,600 00
8730 4 SOIL CONSERVATION
30,559 00 30,559 00
30,559,00
00 30,559 00
8750 4 BANGS & BOVINE TB
1,350 40 19 60 1,370 00
1,350 40 19 60 1,370 00
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
9010 State Retirement
9030 Social Security
9040 Compensation
9060 Health Insurance
197,104 62
93,535 47
19,935 17
53,297 82
275 38
464 53
2,064 83
197,380 00
94,000 00
22,000 00
53,297 82
363,873 08 2,804 74 366,677 82
INTERFUND REVENUE TRANSFERS
9512 000 Public Library 369,440 00
, 9514 Airport Enterprise 22,141 00
, 9514 410 Hospital Enterprise 84,309 00
9522 County Road 1,096,740 00
9730 700 Interest on Bond
Anticip Notes -Hospital 100,000 00
369,440 00
22,141 00
84,309 00
1,096,740 00
100,000 00
1,672,630 00 00 1,672,630 00
Sub Total A Fund 8,314,929 29 395,073 81 8,710,003 10
Total Social Services 10,418,495 25 116,294 75 10,534,790 00
Grand Total A Fund 18,733,424 54 511,36856 19,244,793 10
300 Tompkins County, iNew York
COUNTY ROAD FUND
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
3310 TRAFFIC
100 Personal Services 18,993 21 680 79 19,674 00
300 Supplies 24,429 86 1,97014 26,400.00
400 Other Expense 7,361 36 1,238 64 8,600 00
50,784 43 3,889 57 54,674 00
5010 ADMINISTRATION
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
32,231 19
1,093 34
1,389 94
500 81
6 66
10 06
32,732 00
1,100 00
1,400 00
34,714 47 517 53 35,232.00
5110 ROADS & BRIDGES
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
410 Contracts County Bridges
810 Retirement
830 Social Security
840 Compensation
860 Health Insurance
I
407,819 07 12,240 93 420,060 00
413,095 43 9,963 08 423,058 51
405,623 71 4,435 00 410,058 71
99,356 61 643 39 100,000 00
68,063 60 40 68,064 00
27,180 18 865 03 28,045 21
29,732 78 29,732 78
16,454 79 16,454 79
1,467,326 17 28,147 83 1,495,474 00
5142 SNOW REMOVAL COUNTY
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
20,804 23
32,402 15
143,245 79
4,195 77 25,000 00
13,597 85 46,000 00
20,754 30 164,000 00
196,452 08 38,547 92 235,000 00
I
5144 SNOW REMOVAL STATE
100 Personal Services 5,313 31 9,686 69 15,000 00
300 Supplies 11,645 83 8,35417 20,000 00
400 Other Expense 24,959 13 50,040 87 75,000 00
41,918 27 68,081 73 110,00000
Total County Road Fund 1,791,195 42 139,184 58 1,930,380 00
5130 ROAD MACHINERY 1
100 Personal Services 78,073 33 2,726 67 80,800 00
200 Equipment 150,630 07 4,202 05 154,832 12
300 Supplies 125,399 43 600 57 126,000 00
400 Other Expense 40,808 50 8,191 50 49,000 00
810 Retirement 12,949 23 '77 12,950 00
830 Social Security 4,472 49 527 51 5,000 00
840 Compensation 2,103 81 5,064 07 7,167 88
860 Health Insurance 2,424 87 275 13 2,700 00
Road Machinery Total
416,861 73 21,588 27 438,450 00
Grand Total Co Road & Machinery 2,208,057 15 160,772.85 2,368,830 00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 301
5610 AIRPORT
,100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
810 Retirement
830 Social Security
840 Compensation
860 Health Insurance
ENTERPRISE FUNDS
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
47,703 83
65,026 00
11,568 26
47,717 51
5,534 86
2,747 21
97 17
1,077 11
488 17 48,192 00
65,026 00
3174 11,600 00
49 47,718 00
14 5,535 00
152 79 2,900 00
602 83 700 00
2 89 1,080 00
181,47195 1,279 05 182,751 00
9550 TR TO AIRPORT
CONST FUND
20,249 57
20,249 57
20,249 57
00
20,249 57
Total Airport
201,721 52
1,279 05 203,000 57
4510 HOSPITAL
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
4,847,989 83
127,214 56
1,377,837 91
2,273,938 17
17 4,847,990 00
44 127,215 00
09 1,377,838 00
83 2,273,939 00
8,626,980 47
153 8,626,982 00
9770 TR TO HOSPITAL CONSTR
526,250 00
526,250 00
526,250 00
00 526,250 00
Total Hospital
9,153,230 47
153 9,153,232 00
'Total Enterprise Fund
9,354,951 99 1,280 58 9,356,232 57
7410 LIBRARY
100 Personal Services
200 Equipment
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
810 Retirement
830 Social Security
840 Compensation
860 Health Insurance
305,741 06
1,730 20
50,546 00
65,472 81
38,380 05
16,710 19
1,359 50
6,865 82
305,741 06
62 80 1,793 00
50,546 00
65,472 81
38,380 05
17,000 00
1,359 50
6,865 82
289 81
486,805 63 352 61 487,158 24
Total Library
486,805 63 352 61 487,158 24
302 Tompkins County, New York
FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING
Expenditures Unexpended Appropr
2980 010 Day Care & Child Dev 16,000 00 16,000 00
020 Groton Child Dev. Center 2,000 00 2,000 00
030 IAAC Day Care Center 3,750 00 3,750 00
040 Ithaca Speech Clinic 12,000 00 12,000 00
2981 Coop Ext Assoc 1
of Tomp Co 10,000 00 10,000 00
2982 Tomp Co Ag
& Hort Society 10,000 00 10,000 00
4250 Alcoholic Council
of Tomp Co 3,010 00 3,010 00
6326 Tomp Co. EOC 30.000 00 30,000 00
7010 Center—Arts of Ithaca 10,000 00 10,000 00
7320 Interum Families Program 5,000 00 5,000 00
9730 600 TC3 Bond Antiep Notes 275,000 00 275,000 00
9730 700 Hosp Rev Antic Note 450,000 00 450,000 00
826,760 00
00 826,760 00
Total Federal Revenue Sharing 826,760 00 00 826,760 00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 303
GENERAL FUND REVENUE ACCOUNTS
Bal Estimated
Credits Unearned Rev
REAL PROPERTY ITEMS
1001 Real Property Taxes 2,768,297 02
1050 Unneeded Res for Delinq Txs. 31,300 00
1060 Relevy of Returned Sch Txs 297,245 47 255 53
1081 Other Pay in Lieu of Txs 1,321 00 1,321 00cr
1090 Int & Penal on R1 Prop Txs 85,096 06 50,096 06cr
1110 Sales & Use Tax 3,316,427 90 216,427 90cr
1115 Non Prop Rx Reduce
Tx Levy 1,379,335 98
2,768,297 02
31,300 00
297,501 00
35,000 00
3,100,000 00
1,379,335 98
7,847,723 43 236,289 43cr 7,611,434 00
DEPARTMENTAL INCOME
1215 Surrogate Fees
1230 Treasurers Fees
1235 Redemption Expense
1250 Assessors Fees & Tax Maps
1255 Clerks Fees
18,225 00
20,564 52
2,595 00
1,849 11
138,470 61
1,225 00cr
2,564 52cr
1,595 00cr
349 11cr
6,529 39
17,000 00
18,000 00
1,000 00
1,500 00
145,000 00
181,704 24 795 76 182,500 00
PUBLIC SAFETY
1510 Sheriff Fees
1525 Prisoner Charges
24,660 62
3,745 00
10,839 38
1,180 00
35,500 00
4,925 00
28,405 62 12,019 38 40,425 00
HEALTH
1601 Public Health Fees
1605 Chgs Care Handi Children
1610 Home Nursing Care
1620 Mental Health Fees
1621 Narcotics Mainline
1625 410 Special Childrens Ctr
420 Mental Health Assoc
) 430 Family & Childrens Sery
440 Alcoholism Council
450 Challenge Arc Workshop
460 Ithaca Youth Bur
Day Camp
470 Suicide Prevention
33,442 15
4,809 21
121,077 86
42,067 82
1,882 24
40,374 91
7,073 82
3,206 04
13,412 17
72,306 08
3 416 43
6,303 14
4,157 85
1,809 21cr
8,677 86cr
12,432 18
5,093 76
3,335 09
915 18
7,001 96
1,937 83
21,193 92
1,383 57
496 86
37,600 00
3,000 00
112,400 00
54,500 00
6,976 00
43,710 00
7,989 00
10,208 00
15,350 00
93,500 00
4,800 00
6,800 00
349,371 87
47,461 13 396,833 00
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE & DEVELOPMENT
1801 Repay Medical Assistance 55,484 22
1803 Repay Aid to Aged, Etc 1,783 83
1809 Repay Aid to
Depend Children 30,817 70
1819 Repay Child Care Foster Care 23,732 39
1823 Repay Juvenile Dehnq Care 1,623 20
1830 Repay Adult Care Pub Inst 78,299 66
1840 Repay Home Relief 19,807 92
1848 Repay Burials 1,234 89
1870 Repay Pur Sery Day Care
1890 Sale of Farm Products 17,119 15
25,484 22cr 30,000 00
1,783 83cr
5,817 70cr 25,000 00
11,732 39cr 12,000 00
376 80 2,000 00
26,700 34 105,000 00
18,807 92cr 1,000 00
734 89cr 500 00
2,800 00 2,800 00
6,119 15cr 11,000 00
229,902 96 40,602 96cr 189,300 00
304 Tompkins County, New York
CULTURE & RECREATION
2070 010 Cont Fr Pvt Agencies 4-H
2215 Election Exp. Other Govt
2226 Sale of Supplies
Credits
10,203 24
30,989 94
Bal. Estimated
Unearned Rev
2,358 00
3,203 24cr
989 94cr
2,358 00
7,000 00
30,000 00
41,193 18 1,835 18cr 39,358 00
PUBLIC SAFETY
2260 Police Sery Other Govts
44,054 64 44,054 64cr
44,054 64 44,054 64cr 00
USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY
2401 Interest & Earnings
2414 Rental of Equipment
306,944 88 56,944 88cr 250,000 00
600 00 600 00cr
GYUV 1jV1111111JJ1V11J
1 1 U ice .. .+L+,+
307,622 20 57,622 20cr
250,000 00
LICENSES & PERMITS
2545 Licenses
1,639 00
539 00cr
1,100 00
1,639 00
539 00cr
1,100 00
FINES & FORFEITED BAIL
2610 Fines & Forfeited Bail
2,415 00
415 00cr
2,000 00
2,415 00
415 00cr
2,000 00
SALE OF PROP & COMP FOR LOSS
2652 Sale of Forest Products
457 00
457 00cr
2655 Minor Sales Other
2665 Sale of Equipment
2680 Insurance Recoveries
12,165 53
1,285 00
591 79
12,834 47
1,285 00cr
591 79cr
25,000 00
14,499 32 10,500 68 25,000 00
MISCELLANEOUS
2701 Refund Prior Yrs Expense
2702 Fire Dispatcher
2705 Gifts & Donations
2770 010 Misc Reimbursements
020 Sal Reimb Janitor Library
030 Reimb Prop Telephone
040 Counsel Fees
050 Narcotic Addict Control
in Kind
070 Intensive Care Supervision
25,756 07 25,756 07cr
18,142 41 3,060 59 21,203 00
8 90 8 90cr
1,112 84 752 84cr 360 00
7,008 81 1,008 81cr 6,00000
1 10 1,598 90 1,600 00
63 75 63 75cr
{ 66,182 00 66,182 00
2,733 36 2,733 36cr
54,827 24 40,517 76 95,345 00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 305
1
Bal. Estimated
Credits Unearned Rev
STATE AID
3001 Per Capita Rev Shar 305,988 00
3015 Tax Abatement 2nd Year 2,641 13
3020 Judicial Salaries 35,650 00
3089 010 Planning Grant 47,726 00
020 Environmental Mangmt 3,406 06
040 Surface Drainage Study 15,038 41
.080 Cayuga Station 24,000 00
100 Economic Growth Study 27,500 00
110 St Police Data Speed 2,084 41
3277 Educ Handicapped Children 10,610 87
3310 Probation Services 81,345 84
3311 Intensive Supervision Unit 24,037 19
3315 Navigation Law Enforcement 2,400 93
3317 Snowmobile Law Enforcement 132 64
3401 Public Health Work 230,893 01
3402 Ma Program Administration 12,185 15
3442 Rabies 895 45
3446 Care of Handicapped Children 15,096 45
3448 Adult Polio 57 48
3486 Narcotic Addiction Control 199,891 65
3487 Narcotics - Mainlme 1,878 09
3490 Mental Health 498,972 25
3491 Alcoholic Addiction Control 7,400 00
3601 Medical Assistance 1,162,068 85
3603 Aid Aged Blind & Disabled 749 76
3609 Aid to Dependent Children 708,231 98
3610 Social Services Admin 273,357 79
3611 Food Stamps 44,074 51
3613 Home Relief 524,894 06
3619 Child Foster Care 33,587 64
3623 Juvenile Delinquents 20,671 83
3630 Adult Care Inst 19,070 25
3642 Emergency Aid Adults 540 63
3648 Burials 3,614 59
3670 Services for Recipients 100,625 89
3710 Veterans Service Agency 5,000 00
3801 Recreation for Elderly 3,108 50
3803 Programs for Aging 29,444 67
3820 Sheriff Division of Youth 6,52167
3821 Division for Youth 4-H
35,988 00cr
2,641 13cr
12,000 00cr
27,726 00cr
6,593 94
15,038 41cr
1,000 00
27,500 00cr
2,084 41cr
610 87cr
1,67416
8,724 81
3,599 07
132 64cr
22,660 99
9,567 85
304 55
903 55
57 48cr
25,452 35
5,097 91
56,732 25cr
2,104 00
196,168 85cr
749 76cr
164,031 98cr
25,364 21
24,388 51cr
26,605 94
76,412 36
15,828 17
34,355 75
4,459 37
1,614 59cr
30,518 89cr
500 00cr
891 50
12,325 33
478 33
2,357 00
270,000 00
23,650 00
20,000 00
10,000 00
25,000 00
10,000 00
83,020 00
32,762 00
6,000 00
253,554 00
21,753 00
1,200 00
16,000 00
225,344 00
6,976 00
442,240 00
9,504 00
965,900 00
544,200 00
298,722 00
19,686 00
551,500 00
110,000 00
36,500 00
53,426 00
5,000 00
2,000 00
70,107 00
4,500 00
4,000 00
41,770 00
7,000 00
2,357 00
4,485,393 63 311,722 63cr 4,173,671 00
FEDERAL AID OTHER
4089 020 Airport Runway Ext
040 Airport Master Plan
4601 Medical Assistance
4609 Aid to Dependent Children
4610 Social Services Admin
4611 Food Stamps
4670 Services for Recipients
4730 420 CETA Title I
430 CETA TITLE VI
4780 EEA Labor Manpower
4830 CETA Summer Rec
4,000 00
264 00
1,908,118 91
1,419,518 64
714,152 31
64,330 30
64,320 85
186,814 73
175,977 80
112,608 00
1,939 00
4,000 00cr
264 00cr
199,218 91cr
330,938 64cr
94,554 31cr
47,376 30cr
59,715 15
20,807 73cr
58,408 80cr
105,902 00
1,939 00cr
1,708,900 00
1,088,580 00
619,598 00
16,954 00
124,036 00
166,007 00
117,569 00
218,510 00
4,652,044 54 591,890 54cr 4,060,154 00
Grand Total A Fund Revenues 18,240,796 87 1,173,676 87cr 7,067,120 00
306 Tompkins County! New York
II
Credits
COUNTY ROAD REVENUES
2302 Snow Removal Other Govts 75,000 00
2401 Interest 2,537 67
2680 Insurance Recoveries ,889 78
2770 Other Unclassified Revs 26,493 89
2810 Tr Fr General Fund 1,096,740 00
3503 St Aid Motor Fuel Tax 477',704 98
3504 St Aid Mtr Veh Lic Fees 117,045 78
Bal Estimated
Unearned Rev
35,000 00 110,000 00
2,537 67cr
889 78cr
26,493 89er
1,096,740 00
22,295 02 500,000 00
7,045 78cr 110,000 00
1,796,412 10 20,327 90 1,816,740 00
11
ROAD MACHINERY REVENUES
2401 Interest 1,335 83
2416 Rent Equip Other Govts 4,142 75
2650 Sale of Scrap & Excess Matls I 1200 00
2655 Minor Sales Other II 505 85
2680 Insurance Recoveries ' ' 685 85
2822 TSF Fr County Road Fund 420,486 39
1,335 83cr
4,142 75cr
200 00cr
505 85cr
685 85cr
17,963 61 438,450 00
427,356 67 11,093 33 438,450 00
Grand Total County Road &
Highway Machinery Revenues 2,223,768 77 31,421 23 2,255,190 00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 307
ENTERPRISE REVENUE ACCOUNTS
Bal Estimated
Credits Unearned Rev
AIRPORT
1770 Landing Fees
1774 Concessions
2401 Interest
2410 Rentals
2770 Other Unclassified Revs
2810 Contribution Fr Gen Fund
4089 Federal Aid
17,312 60
22,739 01
2,632 02
24,726 13
1,463 13
22,141 00
23,971 06
8,687 40
8,289 Olcr
2,632 02cr
16,889 87
1,463 13cr
26,000 00
14,450 00
41,616 00
22,141 00
23,971 06
114,984 95 13,193 11 128,178 06
HOSPITAL
1592 Employee Subsistence
1635 In Patients
1636 Patients Family Medicine
2228 Copying Records
2401 Interest
2410 Rental of Real Property
2655 Minor Sales
2705 Gifts & Donations
2810 Transfer Fr Gen Fund
4001 Federal Rev Sharing
4430 Fed Grant Appalachia
173,164 25 13,835 75 187,000 00
7,823,998 65 101,574 35 7,925,573 00
119,099 23 60,900 77 180,000 00
2,068 67 368 67cr 1,700 00
10,537 80 10,537 80cr
66,863 60 6,463 60cr 60,400 00
27,609 12 20,609 12cr 7,000 00
82,217 58 52,217 58cr 30,000 00
84,309 00 84,309 00
526,250 00 526,250 00
199,624 49 48,624 49cr 151,000 00
9,115,742 39 37,489 61 9,153,232 00
LIBRARY
2080 Fines 20,243 65 3,243 65cr 17,000 00
2360 Charges for Services 13,592 52 3,092 52cr 10,500 00
2401 Interest 314 39 114 39cr 200 00
2410 Rental of Real Property 13,076 00 26 00cr 13,050 00
2650 Sale of Scrap & Excess Matls 856 13 256 13cr 600 00
2690 Other Comp For Loss 955 50 255 50cr 700 00
2755 Endow & Tr Fund Income 3,551 86 151 86cr 3,400 00
2760 Library System Grant 22,590 00 740 00cr 21,850 00
2770 Other Unclassified Revs 1,185 90 485 90cr 700 00
2810 Transfer Fr Gen Fund 369 440 00 369,440 00
3840 State Aid For Libraries 23,592 71 29 23,593 00
469,398 66 8,365 66cr 461,033 00
FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING
2401 Interest
4001 Fed Aid Gen
Revenue Sharing
64,082 92
619,514 00
64,082 92cr
619,514 00cr
683,596 92 683,596 92cr
00
Grand Total Revenues
Enterprise Funds 10,383,722 92 641,279 86cr 9,742,443 06
308 Tompkins County; New York
I
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
(Submitted by Howard Stevenson, Commissioner of Public Works)
County Road fund balance as of December 31, 1974—$224,490 65, receipts for
1975 totaled $1,796,412 10 and total expenditures for 1975 were $1,791,195 42
Machinery and Building Upkeep balance as l of January 1, 1975—$74,649 61;
revenues totaled $427,356 67 and total expenditures for 1975 were $416,861 73
Equipment purchased in 1975—Loader—$46,477.00, Spreader—$4,165 35,
Mower—$14,195 00, Ford Pickup (2)—$7,358 03, Ford Pickup—$3,078 6, Flail
Mower—$1,190.00, Radio—$41,461 00, Wagon—$20 00, Brockway Truck—$29,-
900 00 and Spreader Box—$2,785 00 Total equipment purchased totaled—$150,-
630 07
ASSIGNED COLTNSEL iPLAN
July 1974—June 1975
(Submitted by Robert Stolp, Administrator)
Total Number of defendants referred for all matters
Felony — 139
Misdemeanor — 158
Violation — 5
Family Court Matters — 4
Felony Misdemeanor Violation
Trial level Dispositions Plea Trial Plea Trial Plea Trial
Convicted as charged 2 3 7 1
Convicted of felony
(less than charged) 14
Convicted of Misdemeanor 15 1 4
(less than charged)
Convicted of Violation 1
(less than charged) 19 1
Dismissed 17 32
Other Dispositions 2 3
Plead to DWI in connection
with DWI Charges — 11)
Cases pending June 30, 1975
Trial level — Felony — 88
Appellate level — 3
Trial level — Misdemeanors — 69
Appellate level — 0
Trial level — Violation —1
Appellate level — 0
Selected specific proceedings
Probation Violation — 4
Defendants not represented after referral or foriwhom representation was dis-
continued Not indigent —16.
Cost of operation of plan Total Cost — $35,653 55
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 309
-4 ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS COUNCIL, INC
(Submitted by Philip G Johnson, President)
(detailed report on file with Clerk of Board)
It is with a feeling of sadness that this message and report must come to
you written rather than in spoken form Many, many persons have helped dur-
mg 1975 A smaller group has participated in the planning and operations of
our Annual Meeting. I want to thank each of you for your excellent help and
participation
This report for 1975 is designed to summarize what the Council has ac-
complished in the past year All of this has been possible through the Board
of Directors, our committees, our staff and volunteers, and our officers Where
there are suggestions and recommendations for 1976, 2n any reports, it is
understood that such comments are meant to convey to our Board of Directors
certain matters which require special thoughtful study Only after such study
and then official action by the Board will any suggestions and recommenda-
tions for 1976 become a part of the Council's policies and operations
Disbursements for 1975 totaled $80,487 00 Receipts for 1975 totaled
$85,234 00
There have been several noteworthy accomplishments of the Council dur-
ing 1975 First and foremost was the finding and then the securing of the
services of a Director for the Council I believe all of you will join with me in
commending the work of our Personnel Committee under Helen Vandervort
and the Board of Directors for its wise action in securing Dorothy Spencer for
our Director Another accomplishment has been the preparation and distribu-
tion of Volume I, Number 1 of our SENIOR CIRCLE Here we thank Ruth
Pond for a job well done and we also thank her for other excellent services
within the Council's program of services We have had an extraordinary year of
bus trips and we all appreciate very much the careful preparation which May -
belle Leland makes for these trips, but we also thank her for her attention to
our business and membership records There have been some special improve-
ments in our front office and for this we thank Shirley Shackleton who has done
a fine job We have also come a long way toward the clarification of policies and
activities of our Recreation, Bus Trips and Discount committees We have seen
improvements in the coordination of Unit and Council activities For all these
efforts and for efficient, thoughtful and friendly management of the Center and
other Council matters we are very grateful to our Director, Dorothy Spencer
Finally, we have put our relationships with the Board of Cooperative Educational
Services on a businesslike basis through the effective help of Mary Ann McNeil
We thank her for this help
There are so many, many others who have been very helpful that it is impos-
sible to recognize them by name So to unit leaders, officers, committee chairmen
and committee members, shop leadership and volunteers, staff members of our
BOCES programs, volunteers and all of you who have participated, we can only
say thank you very, very much
310 Tompkins County, New York
STATEMENT OF TOWN ACCOUNTS
Year ending December 31, 1975
CAROLINE
Jan 1, 1975 Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General $ 18,762 37 $ 59,404 41 $ 54,017 27 $ 24,149 51
Federal Revenue Sharing 3,706 28 12,970 68 3,742 67 12,934 29
Highway
Repair & Improvement 14,974 25 52,686 33 57,562 95 10,097 63
Bridges 1,664 17 26 99 30 00 1,661 16
Machinery 6,963 63 32,640 73 32,511 98 7,092 38
Snow & Miscellaneous 9,919 80 16,372 79 12,665 81 13,626 78
Special Districts 1
Brooktondale Youth 533 25 2,134 85 1,864 71 803 39
Slaterville Youth 369 88 1,691 16 1,527 32 560 72
Summer Reading Prog 166 00 566 63 488 25 244 38
Speedsville Youth 50 50 353 92 215 15 189 27
Brooktondale Light 00 1,474 00 1,468 66 5 34
Slaterville Light 00 1,073 97 1,06812 5 85
Speedsville Light 00 450 61 445.05 5 56
Caroline Fire Protection 00 2,92188 2,900 00 2188
Other Funds
Capital 440 99 3,000 00 2,650 48 790 51
Reserve -High Equip 10,464 31 10,996 52 00 21,460 83
Trust & Agency 3,031 56 38,311i 23 38,605 73 2,737 06
Total All Funds $ 71,073 99 $237,076 70 $211,764 15 $ 96,386 54
DANBY
Jan 1, 1975 Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General Fund
Highway Funds
Revenue Sharing
Special Districts
West Danby Water District
Fire District
Other Funds
Capital Funds
Trust and Agency
$ 26,360 64
31,285 09
9,109 78
2,573 60
-5 36
42,589 00
999 82
$ 60,17121
128,684 91
14,825 00
1
17,870 33
34,961 76
6,386 00
5,906 06
$ 47,652 27
118,291 09
7,574 00
14,649 24
34,961 76
18,995 76
5,906 06
$ 38,879 58
41,678 91
16,360 78
5,794 69
-5 36
29,988 24
1,003 19
Total $112,921 57 $268,805 27 $248,030 18 $133,700 03
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 311
DRYDEN
Jan 1, 1975
Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General Fund
Highway Fund
Part -Town Fund
Federal Revenue Fund
Special Funds
Fire Protection Dist
Varna Lighting Dist.
Etna Lighting Dist
McLean Lighting Dist
Water Dist # 1
Sewer Dist # 1
Sewer Dist # 2
Other Funds
Capital Fund
Reserve #1
Special Assessment
Trust & Agency
147,562 55
142,307 46
35,584 49
53,623 86
159,113 23
442,587 85
54,130 85
53,777 72
2,946 12 56,447 78
206 17 1,577 03
153 83 1,210 27
0 77 35
3,214 76 14,048 72
5,157 26 1,181 53
20,468 71 26,578 30
186 83 17,868 00
2,148 20 12142
0 5,607 62
9,33162 80,825 20
174,632 29 132,043 49
458,331 00 126,564 31
52,057 75 37,657 59
54,666 93 52,734 65
58,144 40 1,249 50
1,336 87 446 33
1,207 33 156 77
41 11 36 24
11,614 91 5,648 57
2,224 36 4,114 43
24,448 42 22,598 59
18,054 83 0
0 2,269 62
4,72152 88610
78,953 66 11,203 16
Total -All Funds
$422,891 86 $915,152 87 $940,435 38 $397,609 35
ENFIELD
Jan 1, 1975
Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General
Federal Revenue Sharing
Highway
Repair & Improvement
Machinery
Snow & Miscellaneous
Special Districts
Fire Protection
Other Funds
Trust & Agency
$ 23,254 47 $ 36,269 65 $ 46,621 03 $ 17,903 09
5,121 30 10,846 24 10,348 54 5,619 00
9,114 29 89,335 53 84,353 71 14,096 11
2,705 81 20,861 78 14,880 62 3,606 97
7,849 54 13,662 80 12,096 21 9,416 13
12,504 27 12,504 27
1,940 30 14,490 14 15,197 89 1,232 55
Total -All Funds
$ 49,985 71 $197,970 41 $196,002 27 $ 51,953 85
312 Tompkins County, New York
GROTON
Jan 1, 1975 Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General -Town Wide $ 11,530 71 $i 69,028 77
General -Outside Village -303 02 , 5,945 06
Federal Revenue Sharing 11,899 23 23,249 00
Repair & Improvement 947 48 157,48919
Bridges 683 35 1 0
Machinery 16,244 08 98,442 95
Snow & Miscellaneous 10,487 97 25,592 00
Improvement Program 7,019 26 3,406.50
T D Balance 4,48160
Special Districts.
Peru Light -84 78
McLean Light -4128
Fire Prot Dist 498 39
Ambulance Fund 79 20
Other Funds
Trust and Agency 1,799 02
$ 63,839 70 $ 16,719 78
5,207 71 434 33
28,530 71 6,617.52
55,643 98 2,792 69
0 683 35
91,496 86 24,19017
28,105 95 5,974 02
1,056 76 9,369 00
4,48160
619 86 534 99 09
1 1,03811 99504 179
16,324 90 16,285 65 537 64
'1 3,000 62 3,000 00 79 82
I,
126,132 97 26,276 76 1,655 23
Total -All Funds
$ 65,241 21 $328,269 93 $320,974 11 $ 72,537 03
ITHACA
Jan 1, 1975 1 Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General -Town Wide $ 38,962 70 $ 437,827 19 $ 329,638 74 $ 147,151 15
General -Outside Village 54,209 55 128,81179 109,511 66 73,509 68
Federal Revenue Sharing 208,869 23 1192,722 33 131,406 03 170,185 53
Repair & Improvement 10,067 76 105,275 31 83,564 71 31,778 36
Bridges 379 67 ' 0 0 379 67
Machinery 32,467 93 133,862 24 51,396 01 14,934 16
Snow & Miscellaneous 39,499 64 1153,626 02 50,733 81 42,391 85
Water Fund 9,030 02 141,369 92 149,826 14 573 80
Sewer Fund 138,816 26 220,282 04 219,912 95 139,185 35
Joint Activity 56,697 63 8,043,571 13 3,548,123 35 4,552,145 41
Capital Reserve.-
Machinery 0 121,000 00 15,263 27 5,736 73
111 29 ,155,800 69 154,025 00 1,886 98
356 37 1 100 00 276 92 179 45
134 25 11 650 00 702 19 82 06
99 96 385 00 ° 380 76 104 20
Special Districts
Fire Protection
Glenside Lighting
Forest Home Lighting
Renwick Heights Lighting
Other Funds
T&F Joint Activity
Trust and Agency
0
1,43514
4,354 24 4,354 24 0
69,500 59 70,335 73 600 00
Total Funds $591,137 40 $9,509,138 49 $4,919,451 51 $5,180,824 38 •
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LANSING
Jan 1, 1975 Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General -Town Wide $ 62,751 51 $ 251,909 71 $174,436 24 $140,224 98
Federal Revenue Sharing 50,851 32 33,536 01 13,612 71 70,774 62
Repair & Improvement 66,853 36 115,401 60 109,213 82 73,041 14
Bridges 0 9,048 02 9,048 02 0
Machinery 0 102,446 65 86,771.46 15,675 19
Snow & Misc 11,154 97 105,608 64 84,018 38 32,745 23
Improvement Program 0 4,250 00 4,250 00 0
Special Districts.
Ludlowville Light 36 485.38 484 61 1.13
McKinney Water .12 386 27 385 50 .89
Catherwood Light 0 846 97 846 97 0
Lansing Water # 1 13,326 14 249,346 92 248,260 92 14,412 14
Lansing Water # 2 12,718 99 10,028 48 13,105 92 9,641 55
Lansing Sewer # 1 28,828 31 17,580 46 16,063 88 30,344 89
Lansing Sewer # 2 405 88 80,829 00 73,341 35 7,893 53
Other Funds
Capital Reserve -
Hwy Equip 20,634 86 11,090.48 0 31,725 34
Trust & Agency 4,01195 100,790 32 100,794 88 4,007 39
Total -All Funds $271,537 77 $1,093,584 91 $934,634 66 $430,488 02
NEWFIELD
Jan 1, 1975 Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General -Town Wide $ 85,935 90 $ 92,218 81 $ 69,893 17 $108,261 54
Federal Revenue Sharing 7 11 21,452 00 10,975 00 10,484 11
Repair and Improvement -12,129 74 115,783 51 92,273 86 11,380 23
Bridges 4,970 91 1,120 00 0 6,090 91
Machinery 22,649 51 28,490 80 28,791 72 22,348 59
Snow and Misc 8,852 42 31,465 44 31,408 89 8,908 97
Improvement Program 0 25,380 00 16,870 15 8,509 85
Special Districts
Light 223 91 3,180 00 3,100 00 303 91
Water 1 15,375 33 36,232 27 34,732 67 16,974 93
Fire 1 1 24 10,000 00 10,000 00 124
Other Funds
Capital Water Bond Fund 2,11012 0 0 2,11012
Trust and Agency 74 47,279 27 47,270 01 10 00
Total -All Funds $127,997 77 $412,602 10 $345,315 47 $195,284 40
314 Tompkins County, New York
ULYSSES
Jan 1, 1975 Dec 31, 1975
Balance Receipts Disbursements Balance
General -Town Wide $ 37,377 20 $ 75,891 92 $ 72,567 08 $ 40,702 04
General -Outside Village 590 22 4,790 00 4,176 78 1,203 44
Federal Revenue Sharing 11,999 21 23,538 69 19,829 30 15,708 60
Repair and Improvement 9,687 26 140,505 74 48,960 13 1,232 87
Bridges 6,009 78 558 00 1,740 37 4,827 41
Machinery -(9,163 79) 31,802 22 17,830 18 4,807 45
Snow and Miscellaneous 24,109 23 33,267 33 29,036 10 28,340 46
Fire Protection 0 13,942 00 13,942 00 0
Other Funds
Trust and Agency 1,633 26 15,290 83 15,416 36 1,507.73
Total -All Funds $ 82,242 37 $239,586 73 $223,499 10 $ 98,330 00
REPRESENTATIVES ACCOUNTS
Table showing the amount of compensation audited and allowed by the Board of Representatives of Tompkins
County to the members thereof, with the items and nature of such compensation and the amount allowed for the dis-
tance traveled by members in attending the meetings of the board during the year 1975, including salary
Towns Board Mileage
and Meetings &
City Representatives Attended Expenses Salary
Caroline/Danby Erie J Miller, Jr 23 $248 36 $3,499 92
Dryden Robert I Watros 20 274 66 3,499 92
Dryden James E Kidney 22 13156 3,529.09*
Enfield/Newfield Harry A Kerr, Chairman 24 578 39 6,999 96
Groton Claude W Holden 24 00 3,499 92
Ithaca Robert L Bruce 12 17 42 1,749 96
Roger A Morse (replaced Bruce 7/1/75) 10 153.91 1,749 96
Ithaca Beverly E Livesay 23 836 18 3,499 96
Ithaca Hugh S MacNeil 23 407 69 3,499 96
Lansing Harris B Dates 22 714 20 3,499 96
Ulysses Herbert W Haight 23 22149 3,499 96
City of Ithaca
1st District John C Clynes 23 338 02 3,499 96
2nd District Donald J Culligan 19 193 10 3,499 96
3rd District Louis R Webster 23 46 80 3,499 96
4th District LeGrace G Benson 24 00 3,499 96
5th District Bryant Robey 23 00 3,499 96
*includes one day of pay for 1974
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives
316 Tompkins County,. New York
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT OF THE', COMMITTEE ON FOOTING
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1975'
Towns and Villages
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Freeville Vill
Total—Inside Corp
Outside Corp
Totals
6,222,727
I 250,780
6,473,507
231,720
1,445,271
! !
73,328
1,518,599
55,240
7,667,998
;1 324,108
7,992,106
286,960
41,605,921
: 723,519
42,329,440
612,930
49,273,919
1j 1,047,627
50,321,546
899,890
GROTON—Groton Village
Outside Corp.
Totals
7,811,559
238,000
8,049,559
229,490
10,121,3071
234,739
10,356,046
430,470
17,932,866
472,739
18,405,605
659,960
ITHACA—Cayuga Heights
Outside Corp
Totals
25,060,935
' 885,027
25,945,962
268,025
53,066,825
'i 1,330,745
54,397,570
846,940
78,127,760
2,215,772
80,343,532
1,114,965
LANSING—Lansing Vill
Outside Corp
Totals
24,094,835
1 0
24,094,835
51,045
54,149,355
'i 638,900
54,788,255
630,670
78,244,190
' ! 638,900
78,883,090
681,715
ULYSSES—Trumansburg
Outside Corp
Totals
5,630,895
'' 273,725
5,904,620
179,105
13,410,730
302,001
13,712,731
516,060
19,041,625
! 575,726
19,617,351
695,165
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APPORTIONMENT OF GROSS LEVY ON THE BASIS OF FULL VALUE
SALES TAX CREDIT ON THE BASIS OF POPULATION TO TOWNS AND VILLAGES
TAX RATE PER $1000 ON THE BASIS OF ASSESSED VALUE
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Caroline
Danby
Out
Dryden -In
Total
Enfield
Out
Groton -In
Total
Out
Ithaca -In
Town Total
Lansing
Newfield
9,841,046
8,802,878
43,848,039
6,473,507
50,321,546
7,752,208
10,356,046
8,049,559
18,405,605
54,397,570
25,945,962
80,343,532
78,883,090
14,663,907
Out
Ulysses -In
Total
Ithaca -City
TOTAL
13,712,731
5,904,620
19,617,351
105,002,909
393,634,072
56 06 17,554,488
51 64 17,046,627
88,207,682
13,022,545
49 71 101,230,227
54 18 14,308,247
16,601,549
12,904,070
62 38 29,505,619
94,211,240
44,935,854
57 74 139,147,094
56 37 139,938,070
63 75 23,002,207
25,698,521
11,065,630
53 36 36,764,151
62 16 168,923,599
687,420,329
126,262 37
122,609 53
634,442 39
93,665 93
728,108 32
102,913 47
119,408 27
92,813 78
212,222 05
677,623 56
323,205 53
1,000,829 09
1,006,518 27
165,445 63
184,839 13
79,590 62
264,429 75
1,214,999 52
4,944,338 00
82,742 55 43,519 82
69,947 59 52,661 94-
270,560
4270,560 06 363,882 33
0 93,665 93
270,560 06 457,548 26
66,203 76 36,709 71
90,261 38 29 146 89
0 92,813 78
90,261 38 121,960 67
404,214 10 273,409 46
0 323,205 53
404,21410 596,61499
195,018 32 811,499 95
110,348 78 55,096 85
89,085 92 95,753 21
0 79,590 62
89,085 92 175,343 83
0 1,214,999 52
1,378,382 46 3,565,955 54
4 423 623 15
5 983 349 40
8 299 1,831 33
14469 270 37
2,101 70
4 736 166 69
2 815 450 25
11 530 349 97
800 22
5 027 1,015 74
12 457 484 47
1,500 21
10 288 1,023 69
3 758 341 85
6 983 480 21
13 479 206 77
686 98
11 571 2,966 35
9 059 10,560 24
331 53
342 60
1,761 58
261 80
2,023 38
286 17
312 29
248 98
561 27
2,119 02
937 17
3,056 19
2,654 70
485 31
531 30
228 78
760 08
3,83418
14,335 41
44,474 50
53,353 94
367,475 24
94,198 10
461,673 34-
37,162
437,162 57
29,909 43
93,412 73
123,322 16
276,544 22
324,627 17
601,171 39
815,178 34
55,924 01
96,764 72
80,026 17
176,790 89
1,221,800 05
3,590,851 19
4 521
6 063
8 383
14 553
4 796
2 890
11 611
5 086
12 514
10 336
3 816
7 059
13 555
11 638
Tax Rate per $1000 on Full Value on Gross Levy
Tax Rate per $1000 of Assessed Value on Gross Levy
Tax Rate per $1000 of Assessed Value on Net Levy
1976
719259788
12 56074703
9 05906220
1975
6 98244224
10 84428518
7 23791193
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FOOTING OF ASSESSMENT ROLLS
Prepared in 1975 For County Purpose Only
To the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County, N Y
Your committee reports that it has verified and corrected the footings of the
Assessment Rolls referred to it, as made by the Assessors of each tax district and
that the following is a correct statement of such footings
Town of Caroline 34,747
Town of Danby 33,286
Town of Dryden 58,286
Town of Enfield 22,207
Town of Groton 30,725
Town of Ithaca 16,293
Town of Lansing 37,789
Town of Newfield 36,997
Town of Ulysses 19,818
City of Ithaca 2,940
TOTALS 293,088
1,694,830
1,178,850
6,632,350
1,340,720
2,667,640
16,005,460
8,631,523
1,657,330
4,235,960
17,856,560
$61,901,223
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9,228,050
7,855,130
39,493,380
7,953,690
17,017,500
75,664,240
45,356,000
12,021,140
18,917,990
98,340,890
303,265
257,905
899,890
793,795
659,960
1,114,965
681,715
344,015
695,165
2,218,525
$331,848,010 $7,969,200
383,101
156,851
1,047,627
138,413
472,739
2,215,772
638,900
346,002
575,726
4,813,910
533,160
1,048,802
10,680,429
453,900
1,575,326
3,578,485
33,569,905
2,640,780
818,800
4,066,634
$10,789,041 $58,966,221
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Town of Caroline
Town of Danby
Town of Dryden
Town of Enfield
Town of Groton
Town of Ithaca
Town of Lansing
Town of Newfield
Town of Ulysses
City of Ithaca
TOTALS
10,144,311
9,060,783
51,221,436
8,546,003
19,065,565
81,458,497
79,564,805
15,007,922
20,312,516
107,221,434
9,841,046
8,802,878
50,321,546
7,752,208
18,405,605
80,343,532
78,883,090
14,663,907
19,617,351
105,002,909
$401,603,272 $393,634,072
7,992,106
8,049,559
25,945,962
24,094,835
5,904,620
9,841,046
8,802,878
42,329,440
7,752,208
10,356,046
54,397,570
54,788,255
14,663,907
13,712,731
105,002,909
2,309,230
1,417,610
13,187,560
635,180
3,728,710
74,788,680
6,153,990
2,440,520
6,061,700
152,580,410
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12,453,541
10,478,393
64,408,996
9,181,183
22,794,275
156,247,177
85,718,795
17,448,442
26,374,216
259,801,844
$71,987,082 $321,646,990 263,303,590 $664,906,862
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives
INDEX
A
ADMINISTRATIVE MANUAL
Reports 11,38,43,47,72, 77,101,109,116
Resolutions
Request for assistance—Secretary of State, R159 103
AGING, OFFICE FOR THE
Annual report 284-285
Application establishing area agency 31
Appointments 28,134,140
Area plan 38,124,126,141,147,208
Assistant 32,39
Borrowing equipment, Board of Representatives 51
Budget 183
Credit card 32
Committee, Social Services 24
Director 6,14,24
Funding 32
Information referrals 60
Nutrition program 32,39,60,68,72,145-146,183,208,219
Position 67
Recreation for Elderly 118
Representative 32
Resolutions
Adoption of 1976 Area Plan as amended, R240 147,208
Adoption of budget (Nutrition for Elderly), R258 214
Agreement, R17 15,30
Appointment of Director, R20 16
Authorization execute agreement (City and Town of Ithaca and
Groff Assoc ), R283 228
Creation of positions, R35, R79 26,69
Creation of Position (CETA), R184, R210 113,132
Coding, R131 85
Nutrition for elderly, R160, R258 103,214
Petty cash fund, R51 40
Transfers, R279 225
Senior Citizens 14,22,37,38,46,52,58,84,227,309
Title IV—A plan 99
AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE 27
AGRICULTURAL DISTRICTS
District No 5—Town of Danby 5,87,88,99,115,125,209
Resolutions
Adoption of plan—Agricultural District No 5 (Danby), R222 138-139
AIRPORT
Access road to tower 119
1 Acting Manager 219
i ADAP Allocation 12
Airport Day
airlines 14,220
, Annual report 269
Budget 187
Car rental space 220
Carrier's landing lease 24
Certification/safety inspection 30,37,45
Chartair 14,23,46,66,133
Crash, fire, disaster equipment - 14,41,76,118
FAA 68,119
Financial aid—CFR vehicle and inadvertent fencing 5,71
1
Fire pond
Former manager (Turner)
Mall airway agreement
Manager
Master plan
Monthly report
Paid parking—APCOA
Parking fees
Proposed sportscenter, motel, etc
Redesign airport interior
Resolutions
Acceptance of bid, fire and crash equipment, R24
Accepting grant offer—FAA—purchase of CFR vehicle, R122
119
6,61,67
30
116,147
24,38,46,76,82,89,101
5,12,58,108,115,124,141
116,119,147,208-209,210,220
101
23,89
38
17
83
Adoption of ordinance, R273 1 222-223
Appointing fire coordinator to oversee fire safety, R144 94
Apportioning taxes (Miller Property) R277 223-224
Appropriation from enterprise fund—balance to capital con-
struction account (Miller Property), R190, R208 117,131-132
Appropriation of funds, R156 102
Authorization to execute agreement of lease—Giordano, R36 26
Authorization to execute grant agreement, R115 78-79, 87
Authorization to file for grant assistance) airport improvements, 41
R55
Amendment to resolution no 55, R161 103-104
Pubhc hearing date—rules, regulations and fees and rental by
interstate schedules airlines, R263 216,218
Restaurant 1 23,31
ALCOHOLISM
Alcoholism steering committee
Appointment—alcoholic beverage control boiard
Budget
Detoxification center/sobering-up station
New law—decriminalization of pubhc intoxification
Position
Resolutions
Appropriation, R280
Creation of position (Stenographer),; R32
Transfer, R279
Revenue sharing contracts
AMBULANCE
APPOINTMENTS
Aging, Office for
Agricultural District Advisory Committee
Alcoholic beverage control board
Airport manager
Assessment review board
Bicentennial committee
Criminal justice board
Community college, board of trustees
Economic opportunity corporation I
Election commissioner (Fellows)
Environmental Management council
Fire advisory board
Hospital board of managers
Hospital governance committee
Human rights commission
Industrial development agency
Keeper of covered bridge (Heslop)
Library board of trustees
Mental Health Board
Multiple residence review board
Planning board, County
Probation director
2 iI
R80
31
58
177
67,134,142,144
60,67,71
60
227
26,54,31
225
71
12,101
16,28,140
27
58
147
27
75,80
140
75,80
65,70
229
23,27,44,147
27-28
21
44
68,75
42,52
21,27
229
65,70,140,229
28
28
27
Sewer district no 1, county 38,213
Soil conservation district 23,28
Southern tier east 101,105
APPROPRIATIONS 15,17,32,53,54,110,117,226
ARTS COUNCIL 118
ASSESSMENT
Annual report of valuations 71
Appointments, review board 27
Budget
Correction of errors 1168 112
Equalization rates 30,37,58,59,99,101,124,136,143,209,317
Footings of assessment roll 136
Meeting equalization and assessment 39
Railroad ceilings 58
Report of committee on footing of assessment rolls 318-319
Resolutions
Adoption apportionment of taxes, R264 206
Adoption of regular and supplemental reports on footings of
assessment rolls, R231 144
Apportionment of general and highway levies, R244 206
Appropriation from various, R280 226
Correction of assessment rolls, R109, R158 74,103
Correction of clerical errors on tax rolls, R40 33
Establishing county equalization rates, R227 143
Expunge taxes, R46 36
Returned school taxes, R251 211
Special grade crossing, R220 138
Tax levy, R247 206
Transfer of funds, R279 224
Supplemental Report on footing of assessment rolls 316
Summary, schedule of real property taxes 265
ASSIGNED COUNSEL 47,166,224,227,308
AUDIT 8,21,33,36,51,64,75,86,98,107,117,132,147,228
B
BAPTIST CHURCH 66
BICENTENNIAL 12,14,39,45,75,80,99-100,115
BIDS, Award of
Airport fire and crash equipment, R24 17
Authorization to advertise for—Old Court House, R13 10
Bridge, Town of Ithaca, R12 9
Building C—air conditioning, R107 74
Fire coordinator, 1 transmitter and 1 receiver, R77 54
Fire coordinator, 2 Transmitters and receivers, R81 54
Highway, R106, R271, R272 73,222
Landfill, R269 221
Proceedings, R9, R250 8,211
Remodeling, Old Court House, R65 48,56,61
Two-way radio communication system, Rll 9
BOARDMAN HOUSE (see county buildings)
BOTTLE LEGISLATION 12,45
BUDGET
Adoption of, R242 149
Budget adjustments, R278 224
Budgeting process—new positions 60
County budget 150-195
Message, by Charter 81,100-101,148-149
Public hearing dates 133
3
Request for funds
Review of
Town budgets, R243
BUILDING C (see county buildings)
72
109
196,197-206,141,209,219
C
CAYUGA STATION 5,6,12,13,18,22,29,30,31,37,38,44,45,51,52,58,66,67,71,76,87,88
109,111,115
72,119,141,148
12,35
14,22,23
CENTREX TELEPHONE SYSTEM
CHALLENGE INDUSTRIES
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
CHARTER
CIVIL SERVICE (see personnel)
CLAIMS
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Appointments
Bills
Budget
Course offerings (Elmira college)
Dedication
Demand for arbitration
Groton campus
Minutes
Resolutions
Acceptance of bid—High school (Burlew), R137
Adoption of budget, R136
Approval of legislation—funding proposal, R62
Audit capital construction costs
Auth for payments, R5
Auth to execute release—Caudill Rowlett
Miller and Hoffman, R138
CETA Positions, R195, R233
Creations of positions, R169, R1861
Resolutions, Cortland County
Resolutions, Board of Trustees
COMMENDATION
Robert Bruce, R150
Howard Brentlinger, R286
Scott
5,13,51,81,87,99,108
75,80
6
5,38,81,89,142
133
65
38,39,47,53
99
51,66,87
90
90
47
8,33,50, 57,68,84,96,114,
120,126,209,215,228
7
and Levatich
91
121,145
106,113
22,31,44,51,58,108,118, 209
37,108,115,209
CONTRACTS
Aging, Office for the, R17
Chamber of Commerce, R44
Civil Service Employees proposed agreement
Comprehensive Planning and Management Assistance Program
Cornell University—County Highway Communications Transmitters,
R123
Cowper, John (design Hospital), R199 I
DeWitt Apartments—relocation Sheriffs Department
DeWitt Historical Society, R56
Emergency medical communication services, R165
Episcopal church, R139
Extension Service, R39, R193 ,
4-H program aid
Federation of sportsmen's clubs, R50
Finger Lakes Association, R23
Fiscal Advisors, Inc , R141
Grant agreement—Tompkins County Airport, R115
Groton Day care center, R275
Health department and special children's center, R203
Hospital construction management, R134
Indirect cost report and cost allocation' plan, R108
4 I
96,86
229
15,30
35
230-245
118,124
83
211
81
41
105-106
91,92
30,33,120
95
40,50
17
93
78-79,87
223
129
86
74
Keeper of covered bridge, R49
Levatich-Miller-Hoffman and Thomas Associates (hospital), R25
Main line, R114
Mall airways
Motorola maintenance agreement, R53, R78
Revenue sharing
SPCA, R19
Schuyler County Jail, R180
Senior Citizens, R126
Snow and Ice Agreement, R124
Tallmadge tire, R164
Thinning trees
Youth bureau (Ithaca City) Children's Theater Workshop
R128, R142 (amendment)
CORP OF ENGINEERS
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Annual report
Budget
Resolutions
Appropriations, R280
Creation of position (administrative manual writer), R60
Hospital fiscal services department, R110
Make payments, R7
Sign drafts, R275
Transfer of funds, R279
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Budget
Need of assistant
Resolutions
Appropriation from contingent, R174, R207
Appropriation from various, R280
Transfer of funds, R279
COUNTY BUILDINGS
Boardman House
ABC Sandblasting, Inc
Architects' services
Demolition
Landmarks preservation commission
Position on
Recommendation
Rehabilitation of
Relocation
Resolutions
Auth architectural service to define constraints
the Boardman House in the fulfillment of
Plans for Office Space, R179 (Tabled)
Boardman House, R140
Suggestions
Uses
Building C
Buildings and Grounds
Old Court House
Bids
Board moving to
Entryway for handicapped
Reconstruction
Renovation
Resolutions
Advertise for bids, R13
Audit of construction costs, R145,
39,51
18
78
30
40,54
50
16,44
112
84
83
105
44,71,76,133
Program,
84,9
120,126
44,289-307
167-168
226
43,39
74-75
8
223
224
171
116
110,131
226
224
108
109
88,101
denial of pernut to demolish 108
14,108,115
82
66,88
118
Award of bid -remodeling, R65
Uses
5
afforded by
Long Range
112
92-93
115
87
74
22,172,173,224-226
23,38,44,46
23,46
119
3,14,66
47,59,60,76,88,109,133,210
10
R155, R188, R198 94,102,114,
122,136,212
48,56,61,69
30,32,37
COUNTY CLERK. 1
Annual report 274-275
Budget
Microfilm supplier 67
Resolutions:
Appropriations, R280 226
Disposition of records, R175 1 111
Transfer of funds, R249 211
Salary 89,96
COUNTY HOME ' I
Health Department request—cease canning foods 77
Inspection of 133
Physician , 220
Resignation—Matron and Superintendent 101,108
Resolutions
Appropriations, R280 226
Award of Bid—Purchase of coal, R224 139-140
Creation of position—recreation therapist, R112 '77
Transfer of funds, R279 225
Superintendent position 109,125
Therapist position 72,76,77
COUNTY JUDGE 121
COURT
Budget 163,16€
Reporting system civil proceedings i 37
Resolutions ,i
Appropriations, R80 ! 226
Attendants, payment to, R2 '7
Fees, mileage—trial and grand jurors, R3 7
Request for legislation—Court-committed patients, R189 11166
Transfer of funds, R279
CRIMINAL JUSTICE: ,1
Appointments 53,101,119,132,140
Reports I 32,46,220
Resolutions i I
Creation of Criminal Justice Board, R129 85,96-97
Review of
D'
DATA PROCESSING 24,32,38
DEWITT HISTORICAL SOCIETY (see Historical)
DEWITT PARK 1 67,71,76,82,100,124,133
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Appointment—assistant (Starostecki) 124,142
Budget I 166
Full time assistant (city prosecutor) I 77
Grand jury budget I 167
Motion—Muka against Yoch I 99,125
Privilege of floor—Mary Lamb I 76
Resolutions , 1
Amendment to Resolution 184, R210, R225, R226 132,143
Appropriations, R280 1 226
Creation of CETA position (criminal law assistant), R209 132
Creation of CETA position (Assistant), R184 113
Creation of CETA position (receptionist), R195 121
Telephone 32
DOGS
Complaint against SPCA—Dryden Town Clerk
Deer depredation
Night quarantine
Problems with stray dogs—Town of Caroline
6
81
118
44
72,76
Resolutions
Apportionment—dog monies, R18 15
Authorization Chairman to sign—request for dog quarantine,
R232 145
SPCA agreement, R19 14,16,44,115
DRUG COORDINATOR 45,142
E
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY CORPORATION 23,25,60,65,70,125,181
EDP (hospital) 46,53,60,68,72,77,89,101
ELECTIONS
Annual report 12
Appointment—Republican election commissioner (Fellows) 229
Budget 116,171
Resolutions
Apportionment of election expenses, R237 146
Appropriations, R280 226
Authorization to award bid, R146, R177 94-95,111
Transfer of funds, R279 224
Statement—Board of canvassers 141,247-258
Travel request 12
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL 23,27,30,37,44,87,112,115,
147,210,220,223,262-263
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION 14,29,30,81,82
EQUALIZATION RATES 30,37,58,59,99,101,136,143,209,317
EXTENSION SERVICE
Annual report 115,209,266
Budget 116
4-H program 38,119
Food and nutrition education program 115
Privilege of the floor 87,124,219
Resolutions
Agreement, R39 30,33
Authorization to execute contract -4-H, R95, R193 63,120
F
FALL CREEK RECREATIONAL STREAM 47,59
FAMILY COURT
Budget 165
Personnel needs 32
Position 109
Recommendation additional deputy clerk 67
Resolutions
Appropriations, R280 226
FEDERATION OF SPORTSMEN'S CLUBS 40,50
FEMINIST ART STUDIO WORKSHOPS 104,110
FINGER LAKES ASSOCIATION 17,22,71
FIRE
Advisory board 6,12,14,21,23,27-28,45,119-120,124
Annual report 271
Budget 175
Civil defense function 81
Disaster preparedness operations 52
Fire training 101
Resolutions
Appointing Fire Coordinator to oversee fire safety at airport and
instructing airport to participate in the Mutual aid plan,
R144 94
7
Appropriations, R280
Authorization to execute contract—emergency medical com-
munication services, R165
Authorization to execute motorola maintenance agreement, R78
Authorization to purchase -1 transmitter and 1 receiver, R77
Auhorization to purchase -2 transmitters' and receivers, R81
Transfer of funds, R279
Restore funds—training of volunteer firemen
Salary
Ten channel recording system
Travel request
FLOOD
226,227
105-106
54
54
54
225
30
220
52,53,58,66,67,72,76,81
46
118,124
FORESTRY 184
GIAC
GROTON DAY CARE CENTER
G
H '
HALFWAY HOUSE (see intensive supervision)
HEALTH
Budget
Comprehensive health planning
Encephalitis problem
Family health center
Health systems agency
Malpractice insurance
Mount Morris TB Hospital
Physically handicapped program
Rate increases—home services
Resolutions
Auth for additional space, R133
Auth to execute contract—Special Children's Center, R203
Auth to pay moving expenses, R171
Budget adjustment, R217
Creation of position (Public Health Sanitarian), R30
Creation of CETA position, R184, R210 (amendment)
Purchase vehicles, R270
Reclassification of position, R67
Recommendation for area designation for health service areas in
New York State, R63
Transfer of funds, R239, R279
Request information health procedure
Tuberculosis
HIGHWAY
Abandonment of roads policy
Annual report
Budget
Cross town road
Highway
i hway repairs policy
Ma
P
Notice restricted highway, Enfield
Opposition four lane road
Purchase of equipment
Resolutions
Abandonment of roads/Village of Lansing, R121
Appropriation—highway, R196, R280
Approval—Appropriation maintenance of county
bridges, R10, R257
60
223
176-177
177,226
99
67,76,81,89,148
44,71,87,108,116,119, 219
6,45,51,52,53,58,60,63-64,66,67,71,81
87,89
133,141,142,144,209
125
85,81
129
107
136
25
113,132
221-222
49
48
146-147,225
209
52
109
308
188,189
210
100,108,109,119,124-125,141,142,210
133
108
59
210
8
roads and
82
122,227
9,214
Authorization to execute agreement/Cornell University Com-
munications Transmittei, R123 83
Award of bid
Asphalt spreader, R272 222
Bridge, R12 9
Motor grader, etc , R271 222
Truck, R106 73
Two way radio system, R11 9
Creation of CETA positions (laborers), R195 121
Opposition to impoundment of funds—Town Highway Improve-
ment Program (Donovan Plan), R125 84
Payments for cross town road study, R58 42
Reclassification of positions, R82 55
Renewal snow and ice agreement, R124 83
Selection of engineer to design Warren Road improvements,
R45 35
Transfer of funds, R206, R279 131,225
Urging appalachia regional commission and congress to consider
adding Rt 13 Corridor from Elmira thru Ithaca and Term-
inating at I-85 as extension of Appalachia thruway concept,
R42 34
Urging congressional action to clarify state DOT participation in
highway oriented environmental impact statements under
NEPA, R41 34
Roads/Village of Lansing 53,67,71,73,76,77,82,87,99,100
Rules/transportation program 59
Transportation study 67
Triphammer intersection 46
Warren road 23,32,35
HOSPITAL
HISTORICAL 41,283,287-288
Appeal to New York State Health Department 47
Appointment, Hospital Governance Committee 44
Architects progress 24,142
Bids, structural steel and foundation 142
Billing 45
Biochemist 60,63,67,72,99,101,102,142
Board of Managers 6,12,45,21,107,209,219
Bonding 109
Bond anticipation note renewal 209
Budget
Consultants 119,122
Construction committee 14,39,46,60,68,70,77,89,101,109,116,125,133,210
Constiuction Manager—Cowper, Inc 134
Director, Community Relations 81,89
EDP 46,53,60,68,72,77,89,101
Examination of accounts—department of audit and control 58
Governance Committee 60,89,101,108,116,120,125,133,134-135,144
HMO 13
Hospital affiliates 52,58
Job rating 115
Malpractice insurance (see insurance)
Management or lease of 141
Meadow house inspection 47
Medicaid rates 59
Opposition new hospital 81
Payment for removal of body to hospital 142,219
Pharmacist 60,62,142
Planning—proposed psychiatric in-patient service 141
Public relations coordinator 101
Rates 31,39,45,46,60,70
Reimbursement, third party payments 46,99
Report 13
9
Resignation, Board of Managers 81
Resolutions
Acceptance of footprint and general layout—new county hospital,
R117 79
Adoption of Local Law No 2—Board of Managers, R268 221
Appropriations, 11280 227
Approval addendum to contract, Levatich Miller Hoffman and
Fred Thomas Associates PC, R25 18
Approval in concept—report Ad hoc hospital governance com-
mittee, R230 144
Auth to execute contract—Fiscal Advisors, Inc , R141 93
Auth execute contract—J W Cowper Co , Inc , R199 122,211
Auth to proceed further with contract—Levatich Miller Hoff-
man and Fred H Thomas Associates PC, R214 135
Auth to pay architect—preliminary site survey and soil borings,
R88 61
Auth execute contract—topographic survey at proposed site—
new hospital, R89 61
Bond resolution, R27 19
Creation of positions (Pharmacist), R92 62
Creation of positions, 11104, R167 (amendment) 73,106
Creation of position (typist) Family Medicine Center, R148 95
Creation of position—Utilization Review Coordinator, R185 113
Creation of CETA position (Financial Affairs Office) R184,
R210 113,132
Creation of CETA positions, R195 121
Establish Hospital Governance Committee, 1166 48
Hospital Fiscal services department, R110 74-75
Increase in rates, R48 (LOST) R103 39,70
Proposed Hospital Construction Management Contract, R134 86
Reclassification position, R68 49
Reclassification typist position, 11266 i 217
Regrading of position (biochemist), R1541 102,114
Request for legislation, 11194 121
Revenue anticipation note—hospital operating costs, R120 80
Transfer of funds, R279 I 225
Upholding federal and state courts injunctions against the legis-
lature requiring a utilization review committee for hospitals,
11147 1 95
Signage system 1238
Travel request
Typist position I 5
Uses of hospital if new one is built 119
Utilization review 45,46,59,87,89,95,142
Weekly Review
HOUSING 76
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION 6,13,22,23,24,38,45,52,59,66,68,
75,76,87,108,183,225,226,285-286
HUMAN SERVICES 31,46,53,77,81,109,110,115,124,125,148,220
1
INDIGENT DEFENDANT (see assigned counsel)
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY 1
Appointments 1
Bids, Morse Chain sewer
Industrial park
Membership
Progress report
Reports
Resolutions
Appointment, R57
Statement of policy
10
11,31,36,52
66
22,30
25
71
118,125,141
42
88
INSURANCE
Health 6,53
Malpractice 6,22,45,51,52,53,58,60,63-64,66,67,71,81
I Resolutions
i Request for legislation, R96 63-64
Workmen's comp budget and apportionment—mutual self insur-
ance, R104 129-130
INTENSIVE SUPERVISION FACILITY
Budget 174
Closing 67
Report 14
Resolutions
Appropriation from contingent fund, R16 15
Auth to execute lease (Updike), R97 64
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS STUDY COMMITTEE
Appointments 133,140
Candidates 116,119
Proposal 38,81
Report 219
Resolutions
Establishment of, R132 85,97-98
J
JAIL
Budget 175
Boarding of prisoners 109
Fire 6,12,68,71,90
Resolutions
Appropriation, R280 226,227
Auth execute contract, Schuyler County, R180 112
Transfer, R279 225
JUNIOR OLYMPICS 23,81,101,102,108,115,118,141
JURY
Commissioner of Jurors 24,165,224,226
Excused jurors 24
Legislation, proposed—mileage 51
Resolutions
Fees, mileage—trial and grand jurors, R3 7
Revision in payment for mileage, R34 26
Use of board room 32
K
KEEPER OF COVERED BRIDGE 14,21,27,39,51,229
L
LEARNING WEB 148
LEGISLATION 23,38,63-64
LIBRARY
Annual report 260-261
Appointments—Board of Trustees 229
Budget 182,190
Director 119
Examination, audit and control 58
Greer report 46
Liaison committee 23
Lighting 46
Minutes 30
Report 23
11
Resolutions
Appropriation, R280
Increasing number of trustees, R221
Lighting fixtures, R71, R83, R85 (LOST)
Moving expenses, Director, R170
Transfer of funds, R149
LOCAL LAWS
Adoption of L L #1-1975—amendment to charter and code, R15
(TABLED)
Adoption of L L # 1-1975—amendments to L L #2-1966, R37
Adoption of L L #2-1975—Board of Representatives on Hospital
Board of Managers, R268
Public hearing—L L # 1-1975—proposed amendments to L L # 2
—1966
Public hearing—L L # 2-1975—appomt Board of Representatives to
Hospital Board of Managers, R267
227
138
49,55,57,61
106,101
95
M
MANPOWER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEDICAL EXAMINER
MENTAL HEALTH
Appointments
Board
Budget
Continue serving city and county jail
Funding
Increase in staff
Jail fire
Petty cash fund
Position
Resignations
Resolutions
14
33
221
28
217,218
6,71
13,37,66,142,167,219,224,226,259
65,70,132,133,140,229
119,125,133
148,178,219
82
72
72
12,71
79
67,125
99,101
Appropriation, R280 226,227
Creation of CETA positicns, R184, R195, R210 113,121,132
Increasing number of members on Mental Health Board, R213 135
Payment of moving expenses—Supervising Psychiatrist, R14 10
Transfers, R279 225
State aid for operating costs
Transfer
Vacancies, Mental Health Board
MORTGAGE TAX
MOTOR VEHICLE
MOVING EXPENSES
Authorization to pay
Biochemist, R94 (withdrawn)
Library director, R170
Senior public health engineer, R171
Supervising psychiatrist, R14
Policy
MUKA, BETTY
MULTIPLE RESIDENCE REVIEW BOARD
MUNICIPAL OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION
N
12
53
13,22,31,38,53
62,130-131
121,170,226
63,67
106,101
107,101
10
10,32,109
45,51,52,59,81,87,99,100,102,108,
109,116,120,124,25,133,135,142,210
28
39,209,219
NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE 117
NEWSPAPERS 5,6,209,228
NUTRITION PROGRAM FOR THE ELDERLY (see Aging, Office for the)
12
1 0
OCTOPUS, Route 96 3,67
OFF-TRACK BETTING 141,210,220
OFFICE FOR THE AGING (see Aging)
OLD COURT HOUSE (see County Buildings)
P
PERSONNEL
Budget 171
CETA 4,5,6,12,13,14,30,45,46,53,58,60,68,87,99,109,112,118,125,145,180,209,225
Changes in procedures for applications 23
Civil service 32,36,47,66
County physicals 23
Dispute with employees—vacation 142
Employees credit union 142
Grievance hearings 125
Job description—biochemist 99
National employ the handicapped week 118
Office space 76
On-the-job training 124
Proposed agreement—Co Board of Representatives and Civil Service
Employees Assoc 230-245
Resolutions
Appropriation from various, R280 226,227
Appropriation from various, R280 226,227
Auth to participate in summer work study program, R69 49
Creation of Positions CETA, R22 17
Creation of position—personnel, R70 49
Creation of position CETA, R101 68
Creation of position CETA, R195 121
Establish employment CETA, Title VI, R1 4
Establish appropriation and revenue accts, CETA Programs, R21 17
Reclassification position—personnel, R168 106
Summer work study program, R54 41
Transfer of funds, R279 224
Review grading of positions 116
Staffing 32
Social Security benefits 99
Summer Work Program—Cornell 46,49,77
PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED 133,141,142,209,227
PISTOL PERMITS 6,22,37,51,66,76,87,99,118,209
PLANNING
Alternate Settlement patterns 115
Annual report 278-282
Appointment—Planning Board 28,30
Budget 183
Cornell work study prcgram 77
Land use—proposed master plan 108
Minutes 44,51,52
Resolutions
Amendment to Res 101 (Position), R183 - 112
Appropriation, R280 226
Creation of CETA position, R101 68
Office space, R179 (tabled) 112
Planning assistance program, R61 43,39,87
Transfer, R279 225
PRINTING AND SUPPLY 173,225,226,227
PROBATION
` Acting director 22,23,27
Approval attendance at meeting 46
13
Appointments 53
Budget 174
House in the country (Intensive Supervision Unit) 61,109
Office space ' 109
Officers II 38
Resolutions '
Abolish position—probation assistant, R166 106
Appropriation, R280 I 226
Creation of position, R93 1 62,69
Creation of CETA position, R210 113,132
Transfer, R279 I 225
Training program 109
PROCEEDINGS 8,109
PROCLAMATION 12
PUBLIC ACCESS TO RECORDS 12
PUBLIC HEARINGS 1 126,141
Aging, Office for, Area Plan
Agricultural District No 5—Danby 126,133
Airport, Establish rules, regulations, fees and rental—Interstate air-
lines, R263 216,218
APCOA Services i 208-209
Budget 1
133
L L #1-1975—proposed amendments to L L #2-1966 28
L L # 2-1975—Board of Managers, R267 217-218
Nutrition for elderly program 208
Tompkins -Cortland Community College budget 89
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION 5
47,59,67,87,100
PYRAMID CORPORATION
RADIO
RAILROADS
REPORTS
Annual
Aging, Office for the
Airport
Assigned Counsel Plan
County Administrator
County Clerk
County Historian
DeWitt Historical Society
Elections
Environmental Management Council
Extension
Fire and Disaster Coordinator
Highway
Human Rights
Library
Medical examiner
Planning
Sealer of weights & measures
Senior Citizens Council
Sheriff
Social Services
Soil and Water conservation
Southern resource conservation
Southern tier east
Surrogate clerk
Veteran's agency
General
Airport monthly
1
R
32,39,40,76,108
29,30,32,37,44,5 ,52,58,66,81,88,99,115,133,138,178
I
and; development board
14
284-285
269
308
44,289-307
274-275
283
287-288
141,247-258
87,262-263
209,266
271
308
66,285-286
260-261
259
278-282
270
309
272-273
99,267-269
276-277
45
71,87
269
13,246
5,12, 58,108,115,124,141
Clerk to comptroller 264
County Administrator 87
Equahzation table 317
Project coordinators 13
Report footings of assessment rolls 318-319
Representatives accounts 315
Statement of town accounts 310-314
Supplemental report on footmg of assessment rolls 316
Summary, schedule of real property taxes 265
REPRESENTATIVES
Appointments 3,4,5
Appointment policy 25
Budget 162
Chairman 3,11,65
Clerk 8,162,212
Committee -of -the -whole 4
Committee appointments 10-11,23
Communications 133
Cornell Film Department 125
Executive meeting 32,65,98
Introduction (Morse) replaces Bruce 87
Move to Old Court House, Sense of the Board 46
New York State Flag in memory of M Leary 118,119
Privilege of floor 59
Representatives' accounts 315
Resignation (1974) Gary Lee 5
Resignation (1975) Robert Bruce 6/30/75 76
Resolutions 86
Resolutions
Appropriations, R280 226
Appropriation for conduct of County Government, R245 206
Award of bid, proceedings, R250 211
Date of organization meeting, R287 229
Disposition of records, R176 111
Transfer of funds, R279 224
Rules of the Board 4
Supervisors' and County Legislators' Association 14
Vacancy, District 13 (Lee) 5
RESOLUTIONS OTHER COUNTIES 13,23,30,31,87
RESPECT, RESOLUTIONS OF
Button, John, R99 65
Leary, Michael J , R200 123
Menzies, Paul, R87 57
REVENUE SHARING
Budget 191-192
Reports 13,30,31,38,45,53,58,60,71,77,81,110,118,119,124,209,210
Resolutions
Appropriation, R264 216
Auth to execute contracts, R73 50
Transfer of funds, R265 216
ROUTE 13
Reports 3,5,14,34,45,53,66,118
Resolutions
Res urging appalachia regional comm & congress to consider
adding Rt 13 corridor from Elmira, N Y thru Ithaca and
terminating at I-81 as extension of appalachia thruway con-
cept, R42 34
ROUTE 96 5,24,58,67
S
SALARIES
County Clerk, R151 96,89
15
SANITARY LANDFILL
SEALER OF WEIGHTS & MEASURES
SENIOR CITIZENS (see office for the Aging)
SEPTIC TANK SLUDGE
SEWER
Appointments
Compr sewerage study progress report
County attorney to report
Meeting
Minutes
Proposed appeal
Service to pyramid
Sewer commission—vote
Sewer District No 1
SHERIFF
Annual report
Budget
Interim space
Kitchen facilities
Move to DeWitt Mall
Muka case
Purchase—camera
Resolutions
Appropriation, R280
Auth to temporarily relocate
R105
Creation of position, R31
Purchase vehicles, R270
Transfer, R279
Request, additional deputies
23,40,76,184,221,225,226
5,175,225,226,270
10,13,31
30,124
29
67
115
52
24
67
66,67
38,66,71,101,213-214
272-273
174
23,24,32
220
44,46,73,81
59,125
67
226-227
sheriff office to Dewitt Building,
73
25
221-222
225
14,24,109,115,118
SOCIAL SERVICES
Annual report 99,267-269
Budget 179-180
Car rental space 220
Child support enforcement programs 99
Equipment 24
Foster homes 24
Monthly report 13,32,58,87,108,209
Position 58
Proposed legislation 219
Report 220
Request for typist 72,76,77
Resolutions
Appropriation, R280 226,227226,27
Appropriation general fund, R211, R216
Auth execute contract, indirect cost report and cost allocation 74
plan, R108
Creation of positions
Senior caseworker, R75 52
Typist, R130 I 85
Social welfare examiners, R2341, I 145
Creation of CETA position (clerk), R195 I 121
Reclassification of position (senior caseworker), R79 54
Res relative to revision of Social Services) (tabled), R202 126-129
Res relative to revision of Social Services, R223 139
Request advance payment—N Y S —Social Services reimburse-
ment,79-80,82 R119
Transfer of funds, R118, R173, R215, R279 I 79,110,135,225
State-wide welfare conference 120
Welfare 1 72,124,133,141
SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD 21,23,28,82,124,276-277
16
SOLID WASTE
SOUTH CENTRAL NEW YORK
VELOPMENT PROJECT
SOUTHERN TIER EAST
SPCA (see Dogs)
SPECIAL FRANCHISE REPORT
SPORTSMAN'S CLUB
STATE MB
STATEMENT OF TOWN ACCOUNTS
STENOGRAPHERS EXPENSES
STREAM PROTECTION LAW
SUPREME COURT
SURROGATE COURT
29,147
RESOURCE CONSERVATION & DE -
13,45,59,66,76
5,6,12,22,30,31,66,71,101,105,115,133,209,219,220
T
TAXES
Exemption for elderly
Mortgage tax report
Request taxes be paid in installments
Resolutions
Adoption apportionment of taxes, R246 -
Apportionment of mortgage tax, R91, R205
Apportionment of taxes (Miller property), R277
Approving tax rolls & directing the execution & d
rants, R252
Auth to expunge, R46
Cancellation of taxes—Town of Ulysses, R262
Correction of certain clerical errors on tax rolls, R
Printing tax rates, R248
Tax levy, R247
Sales tax
Survey—N Y S Tax Auditors
Summary of real property taxes for 1976
Tax foreclosure procedure
TELEPHONE (see Centrex)
THINNING TREES
TOMPKINS COUNTY AREA DEVELOPMENT
TRANSFER OF FUNDS
TRAVEL REQUEST
UNITED WAY
U
V
VETERANS
Annual report
Appropriations, R280
Budget
Monument—Korean & Viet Nam Casuahties
Res from Seneca County re bonus plan
VA records
Veterans service agency office
VILLAGE OF LANSING
Abandonment of county roads
Letters from Commissioner Schuler's office re
Policy roads
17
136-137
47,50
12,81,99,115,118,124,133
310-314
115
22,30,66
164
165,224,226,269
40
37,52
62,130-131
71
206
62,131
223-224
212
36
215-216
33
207
206
87,115
120
265
60
elivery of war -
44,71,76,133
22
79,110,131,135,146-147
12,46,89
119
246
226,227
181
30,71,72,82,100,109,124,133
87
37
45,58,142,210,220
71, 73,76,77,82,99,100,101
abandonment 87,99,108
53,67
Pyramid Corp 47,59,67,87,100
Resolutions
Abandonment of County Roads to Village of Lansing, R121 82
Welcoming & extending membership on agencies & board, R43 35
W
WARREN ROAD
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
WORLD FOOD DAY
WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION
Reports 129,185
Resolutions
Transfer of funds, R206 131
Workmen's comp budget & apportionment—mutual self insur-
ance plan, R204 I 129-130,207
23,32,35
5
52
Y
YOUTH
Ad hoc committee
Big Brother -big sister
Budget
Division of youth
4-H program
Resolutions
Auth chairman to execute youth service project, R181
Auth to execute contracts—Div for youthprojects, R260
Auth execute youth service project application, R238, R259
Children's theater group, R128, R148
Feminist art studio workshop, R162 (lost)
Main line, R114
6,23,29,38,42,59,72,119,134,142,210,220
209,214
182
53,118,215
38
18
112
215
146,214
81,84,93
104
78