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TOMPKINS COUNTY
NEW YORK
HUGH S. WiaciklEIL, Chairman
Ithaca, N.Y.
PHYLLIS B. HOWELL, Clark
Lansing, N.Y.
1977 PROCEEDINGS
Board of
REPRESENTATIVES
TOMPKINS COUNTY
NEW YORK
HUGH S. MacNEIL, Chairman
Ithaca, N.Y.
PHYLLIS B. HOWELL, Clerk
Lansing, N.Y.
State of New York
County of Tompkins
Board of Representatives
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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 1977, contained in this volume is true
and correct.
HUGH S. MacNEIL
Chairman of Board of Representatives
PHYLLIS B. HOWELL
Clerk of Board of Representatives
January 10, 1977 3
ORGANIZATION MEETING
JANUARY 10, 1977
Pursuant to Section 151 of the County Law and a resolution adopted by the
Board of Representatives dated December 27, 1976, the Board of Representatives
convened at its chambers in the Courthouse in the City of Ithaca, New York, on
Monday, January 10, 1977 at 9:30 a.m. and was called to order by the Clerk of the
Board.
Present: Representatives Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden, Ray, Kidney, Live -
say, MacNeil, Miller, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, Benson -14. Excused—
Representative Culligan -1.
The Clerk announced the first order of business was the election of a tern-
porary chairman.
Mr. Dates placed in nomination the name of Robert Watros for temporary
chz irman. It was Moved, seconded and adopted that nominations be closed and the
clerk cast one ballot for Mr. Watros. Mr. Watros took the chair.
Mr. Watros announced the next order of business was the appointment of a
permanent chairman. It was decided to elect a chairman by a roll call vote.
Mr. Haight placed in nomination the name of Hugh S. MacNeil. Mr. Theisen
placed in nomination the name of Donald J. Culligan. It was Moved and seconded
that nominations be closed. Voting for Mr. MacNeil were Representatives Dates,
Haight, Holden, Ray, Kidney, MacNeil, Miller, Watros-8. Voting for Mr. Culligan
were Representatives Benson, Clynes, Livesay, Robey, Theisen, Webster -6. Mr.
MacNeil took the chair and stated he appreciated the honor of serving as chair-
man.
Chairman MacNeil announced the next order of business, pursuant to Local
Law No. 2, 1963, was the election of an acting chairman, deputy chairman and in-
terim successor to serve in the event of a national disaster.
Mr. Miller placed in nomination for acting chairman, the name of Claude W.
Holden. Mr. Webster placed in nomination the name of Donald Culligan. It was
Moved and seconded that nominations be closed. Voting for Mr. Holden were Rep-
resentatives Dates, Haight, Holden, Ray, Kidney, MacNeil, Miller, Watros-8.
Voting for Mr. Culligan were Representatives Benson, Clynes, Livesay, Robey,
Theisen, Webster -6. Mr. Holden was declared acting chairman.
Mr. Robey placed in nomination the name of Louis R. Webster for deputy
chairman. It was Moved and seconded and adopted that nominations be closed and
the clerk cast one ballot for Mr. Webster. Mr. Webster was declared deputy chair-
man.
Mr. Webster placed in nomination the name of John Clynes as interim succes-
sor. It was Moved, seconded and adopted that nominations be closed and the clerk
cast one ballot for Mr. Clynes. Mr. Clynes was declared interim successor.
The meeting was adjourned.
Mr. Harry Cornwall, Chairman of the Public Employment Relations Board,
spoke to the Board. He was not in favor of the Civil Service Employees' Associa-
tion wanting to come before this board.
It was Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Miller, That an Executive Session
of the Board be held to discuss personnel situations. Adopted. An Executive Ses-
sion was held at this time.
4 January 10, 1977
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 10, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Present: 14. Excused—Representative Culligan -1.
The minutes of the December 27, 1976 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:
Pistol Permits for December 1976 totalled $143.00; notice from Department of
Labor that they processed final claim for CETA Title I Fiscal 1976 and there re-
mains $10,112.33 to be authorized transferred to CETA Title I Fiscal 1977 ad-
vance; memorandums from Department of Labor re listing of participants and
also termination of CETA Public Service Employment participants who refuse to
accept reasonable unsubsidized employment alternatives; copy of a letter from
John Barney to John Clynes re proposed rules and regulations at Tompkins Coun-
ty Airport; Social Services Statistical Report for November 1976; State Board of
Equalization and Assessment re public hearings on 1977 Agriculture Value Fac-
tors for Computing Agriculture Value Assessment Ceilings; Southern Tier East
Regional Planning Development Board memo re revisions to Board by-laws; reso-
lution of Cortland County re payments to TU3 Operating Budget 1976-1977; notice
from Public Service Commission of further rulings on prehearing conference is-
sues on Case 80002—NYSE&G—Cayuga Station; memorandum from Frank Li-
guori to Solid Waste Steering Committee re status of funding for Phase II; South-
ern Tier East Regional Planning and Development Board sent NYS ARC priority
list—FY1977; letter from Peter A. Berle of Department of. Environmental Con-
servation urging appointment of qualified minority persons and women to Region-
al Fish and Wildlife Management Boards; National Chamber's Congressional Ac-
tion System opposing and urging senators be contacted in any changing of rules
that would limit debate on controversial bills; memorandum of County Adminis-
trator to Commissioner of Planning re preferential acquisition rights of abandoned
Lehigh Valley Railroad property; letter from James Richar, Mayor of the Village
of Trumansburg re business investment exemption; letter from Martin A. Luster,
Attorney in Trumansburg re in support of business investment exemption; copy
of a memorandum from Department of Labor re CETA FY77 full funaing modifi-
cation; copy of a memorandum from Frank Liguori re Human Services Opportu-
nities, Appalachian Regional Commission Code; copy of letter from NYS Depart-
ment of 'Transportation to John Murphy re preferential acquisition rights to aban-
doned railway property, Lehigh Valley Railroad Company, Ithaca Branch, Ithaca
Yard Tracks, City and Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York; copy of let-
ter from Frank Liguori re NYS Environmental Quality Review Act; NYS Depart-
ment of Transportation sent copies of Aviation Grant Agreements, Contracts No.
K-412 and K-413 Tompkins County Airport, NYSDOT Projects #3902.20 (CFR
Vehicle and Security Fencing) and #3902.30 (VASI System); letter from Dutch-
ess County re Social Services Budget expenditures; NYS Public Service Commis-
sion ordering accepting postponement of revised tariff leaves—Case 27100—NY
Telephone Company telephone rates; executed agreement between County of
Tompkins and Pentamation Enterprises, Inc. for equipment lease at Tompkins
County Hospital; executed agreement between Red Cross and Office for the Aging
and Tompkins County Senior Citizens' Council and Office for the Aging; agreement
between County of Tompkins and Tompkins County Senior Citizens' Council, Inc.
Under privilege of the floor, Representative Holden told the board that Mr.
Thomas Griffin had been reappointed December 1976 for another term; however,
his term does not expire until December 31, 1977 so he will be reappointed then.
Mr. Robey raised the question of holding one of the regular board meetings in
the evening instead of 10:00 a.m. in the morning.
January 10, 1977 5
Chairman MacNeil said hopefully as early as the next meeting he will have a
proposal to make to the board where he would request a Citizens' Advisory Com-
mittee with two members of the Board, with the advice and counsel of interested
persons from the citizenry who are knowledgeable and interested in good govern-
ment in Tompkins County, to make a recommendation to the board regarding the
time of meetings, how they can advertise to have people serve on the board, sal-
aries they should be paid and all ramifications connected( with the work of this
board so they can more properly represent the public.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they
are still continuing discussions with the Tompkins County Library regarding their
autonomy.
Mr. Robey reported the Search Committee met and they have seen at least
one candidate for director of Mental Health that they feel would be excellent but
they are still looking at others.
Mrs. Livesay reported relative to the Emergency Medical Services Council.
The Emergency Medical legislation is federal legislation and calls for state coun-
cils being set up in each state. There are 18 regional councils in New York State
and Tompkins County has joined with five other counties in Area 3, Central New
York, on that council. Three members of Tompkins County have been appointed to
that council by the County Emergency Medical Services Council.
She has been asked, as a liaison to the Fire Advisory Committee, to serve as
a representative from this board on the County EMS Council.
Mr. John Murphy, County Administrator, reported relative to the Lehigh Val-
ley Railroad and disposition of property. He will be reporting further 'on this
matter. He said on January 12th there will be a meeting to discuss the new law
dealing with the business investment exemption.
Mr. Howard Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, said copies of all
the minutes are on file with the clerk of the board.
Mr. Robert Williamson, County Attorney, reported the attorneys for Ryan's
Hardware have an Article 78 against the County which will be heard tomorrow in
Binghamton regarding bids for finish hardware at the hospital. He also said there
are two new cases of Mrs. Betty Muka.
Chairman MacNeil said the Ithaca Gun Company has been suffering hardships
and he asked Mr. Dates and Mr. Clynes as representatives of the Industrial De-
velopment Agency, to call a meeting with Louis J. Long to see if the County can
help in the situation.
Permission was given to add a resolution pertaining to workmen's compensa-
tion to the agenda and change the title of a resolution accepting bids for county -
owned property to rejection of bids for county -owned property; withdraw the reso-
lution regarding moving expense policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 1—AWARD OF BID—BRIDGE REPAIRS—
TOWN OF DRYDEN
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids on
repair of a bridge over Virgil Creek on South George Road, Town of Dryden, and
WHEREAS, H. D. Besemer, Inc., Lansing, New York, is the lowest respon-
sible bidder for construction of work on said bridge with a bid of $20,790.00 in ac-
cordance 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 H. D. Besemer,
Inc., Lansing, New York, in the amount of $20,790.00 be and the same hereby is
accepted and the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and di-
rected to execute said contract on behalf of the County.
6 January 10, 1977
RESOLUTION NO. 2—EXTENSION OF ARCHITECTURAL CONTRACT—
EQUII'MENT PLANNING AND INTERIOR DESIGN
CONSULTATION-TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Dates. Discussion followed and It was
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller, That this resolution be tabled until
the next meeting. Motion to Table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 3—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COST—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Culligan -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee in the amount of $432,686.87 to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital
Capital Construction Account are:
Carey McKinney Group—Builders Risk—additional premium $ 630.00
Duplicating Products of Ithaca, Inc.—
Copy machine and supplies at construction site 970.85
Donohue -Halverson, Inc.—Preliminary Plumbing #5 Final 5,527.89
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.—General Construction #3 272,700.00
Madison Electric Co., Inc.—Electrical #3 41,805.00
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.—
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning #2 59,850.00
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing #3 9,900.00
Levatich Miller Hoffman P.C. and Fred H. Thomas Associates
P.C.—Architects Fee—
Movable Equipment #4 $11,091.81
Architects Fee #32 8,071.00
Reimbursables—Printing 1,353.91
— Testing Lab 3,017.00
— Consultant 1,274.57
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.—Fee #6 8,620.66
—Office Expense 1,113.16
—Personnel 6,648.63
24,808.29
16,382.45
John J. Murphy—Expenses-Bonding-NYC 112.39
Total $432,686.87
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized and
directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 4—APPOINTMENT OF TOMPKINS COUNTY SELF-
INSURANCE—WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION PLAN
ADMINISTRATOR
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, there are still active cases under the Tompkins County Self -In-
surance Plan, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Robert I. Williamson be and he hereby is reappointed Ad-
ministrator of said plan to serve at the pleasure of the Board.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5—AUTHORIZATION TO COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
TO MAKE PAYMENTS FOR 1977
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
WHEREAS, this board has approved the 1977 Budget and appropriated the
sums thereunder required for the operation of county government for the year
1977, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized and directed
to pay out during 1977 from the various budgetary items monies to various con-
tracting agencies pursuant to contract and accounts, charges and claims of the
various agencies and departments of the county after audit by the County Admin-
istrator of duly certified bills for said expenditures.
RESOLUTION NO. 6—CORRECTION OF ERRORS AND PRINT
ANNUAL REPORTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. 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. 7—REJECTION OF BIDS—COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has duly advertised for bids for the
sale of several parcels owned by the County and acquired by foreclosure proceed-
ings, and
WHEREAS, only one bid was received on one parcel, said parcel being in the
Town of Dryden and no bids received on the other parcels, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the bid received on Parcel No. 59-1-42.1 in the Town of Dryden be and
the same hereby is rejected.
RESOLUTION NO. 8—WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION INSURANCE—
VOLUNTEERS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County has extended Workmen's Compensation Insurance
coverage to volunteers in all County Departments including but not limiting same
to Social Services, Probation and the Hospital, as well as to the Sheriff and his
Deputies, and
WHEREAS, as a result of a change to a new insurance carrier, the State In-
surance Fund, the carrier has requested a resolution from this Board confirming
the intent to continue to provide such coverage to these classifications of em-
ployees in the future, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Workmen's Compensation Insurance for the County of
Tompkins be continued to be extended to volunteers in all County Departments
and to the Sheriff and his deputies.
RESOLUTION NO. 9—NIGHT QUARANTINE ON DOGS
IN TOMPKINS COUNTY
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion followed. Adopted
with Representative Clynes casting a dissenting vote.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the
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Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets of the State of New York be requested
to order a night quarantine 'on dogs in Tompkins County from April 1. 1977 to
March 31, 1979, pursuant to Section 115 of the Agriculture and Markets Law, and
the Clerk of the Board of Representatives is hereby directed to forward a certified
copy of this resolution to Helen M. Kehrer, Head Clerk, Dog Licensing, Depart-
ment of Agriculture and Markets, State Campus Building No. 8, Albany, New
York 12226.
RESOLUTION NO. 10—AUTHORIZING PAYMENTS FOR COMMUNITY
COLLEGE OPERATING BUDGET, 1976-1977
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Robey. Adopted.
WHEREAS, this Board has heretofore and by resolution approved the 1976-
1977 operating budget for the Tompkins -Cortland Community College and appro-
priated the necessary funds to pay the Tompkins County proportionate share of
the operating budget 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
said college for the fiscal year 1976-1977 on the following dates in the following
amounts:
January 1, 1977—$120,452
March 1, 1977 — 120,452
May 1, 1977 — 120,452
July 1, 1977 — 120,451
$481,807
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent upon the adoption of
a similar resolution by the Board of Supervisors of Cortland County.
RESOLUTION NO. 11—RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION—
ERNESTE COTTRELL
Moved by Mr. Theisen, Unanimously seconded and adopted.
WHEREAS, Erneste Cottrell was appointed to the Human Rights Commis-
sion on November 27, 1967, for a three-year term, effective January 1, 1968, and
WHEREAS, she served as member of the Human Rights Commission for nine
consecutive years from January 1, 1968 through December 31, 1976, and
WHEREAS, she gave unsparingly of her time in her duties as a member of
the Human Rights Commission, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, UNANIMOUSLY, That this Board of Representatives of Tomp-
kins County expresses its thanks and appreciation to Erneste Cottrell for her
dedication and efforts during her nine years of service as a member of the Human
Rights Commission.
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy of
this resolution to Erneste Cottrell.
Mr. Webster placed in nomination the names of the following persons to serve
on the Tompkins County Fire and Disaster Advisory Board for three-year terms
which expire December 31, 1979:
Town of Lansing—David Beckley, Delegate; John Chauncey, Alternate
Town of Enfield—Larry Lanning, Delegate; Jeffrey Brainard, Alternate
Town of Caroline—David Kirtland, Delegate; David Moesch, Alternate
City of Ithaca—Charles Weaver, Delegate; Joseph Shipos, Alternate
Town of Ulysses—John Covert, Delegate; Richard Durling, Alternate
Town of Danby—Charles Bruce, Jr., Delegate; Howard VanEtten, Alternate
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Town of Dryden—Stephen Carpenter, Delegate; Edward Bell, Alternate
City of Ithaca—Richard Gingras to replace John Harding as a Delegate.
Term expires December 31, 1977.
Upon hearing no further nominations, the chairman declared the above-named
persons members of the Fire and Disaster Advisory Board.
Mr. Theisen placed in nomination the following names for reappointment to
the Human Rights Commission for three-year terms which expire December 31,
1979: Janet Scheele, Kenneth Marash, Myron Stanton. He also placed in nomina-
tion the name of Susan Laird to replace Mrs. Erneste Cottrell who resigned, for a
three-year term which expires December 31, 1979 and Louise Place to fill the un-
expired term of Rev. Dale Winter. The term expires December 31, 1978. Upon
hearing no further nominations, the chairman declared the above-named persons
members of the Human Rights Commission.
Chairman MacNeil said the committee will function the same as last year and
if there are any changes he will make them by next meeting.
Chairman MacNeil reappointed Mr. Alton Reed (property owner) as a mem-
ber of the Fish and Wildlife Management Board for a two-year term which ex-
pires December 31, 1978.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11:55 a.m.
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 24, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 14 Representatives. Excused: Representative Miller -1.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the January 10, 1977 meeting were approved.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Memorandum from State of New York, Department of State re 701 program
for FY77; Department of Audit and Control sent letter and booklet on "Informa-
tion on Anti-recession/Countercyclical Fiscal Assistance to State and Local Gov-
ernments"—Title II of the Public Works Employment Act of 1976; executed
agreement between County of Tompkins and Siemens Corp. (radiographic equip-
ment at Tompkins County Hospital); executed change order Tompkins County
Hospital and Sarkisian Brothers, Inc. (finish hardware); resignation of Anne Bod-
man, Investigator, Human Rights Commission effective March 1, 1977; letter from
Paul Burke, Chairman, Environmental Management Committee in Cayuga County
re returnable beverage container and also a copy of the resolution adopted by
Central New York Regional Planning and Development Board and a study of the
impact of proposed beverage container deposit legislation in Onondaga County;
Notice of Claim of Laura J. Carroll against County of Tompkins and Tompkins
County Hospital for personal injuries arising out of the negligence of the Tomp-
kins County Hospital; letter from Clifton Curtis, Roesman, Kessler and Cashdan
re Case 80002—Cayuga Station; executed agreement between County of Tompkins
and Picker Corp. re radiographic equipment for Tompkins County Hospital; letter
from Roderick Schutt, Huber, Magill, Lawrence and Farrell re Case 80002—
NYSEG—answers to interrogatories; letter from Mrs. Lou Glasse, Director, New
York State Office for the Aging commending Tompkins County Office for the
Aging; letter of complaint from Frank Utter re noise of televisions at Tompkins
County Hospital; memorandum to Chief Elected Officials from Bernard Hillen-
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brand, Executive Director NACo re federal regulation of county pension plans;
letter from Frank Liguori re meeting with Cortland and Lehigh Valley re prefer-
ential acquisition to abandoned Lehigh Valley Railroad property; copy of memo-
randum to Frank Liguori from John Murphy re proposed septage facilities, Cay-
uga Ileights Waste Water Treatment plant; Federal Register—December 21, 1976
standard for determining rail services continuation subsidies; letter from Mrs.
Helen Kehrer, Head Clerk, Dog Licensing, New York State Department of Agri-
culture and Markets, acknowledging receipt of resolution passed by the board re-
questing continuation of night dog quarantine from April 1, 1977 to March 31,
1979; copy of letter to Stewart Boschwitz, Presiding Examiner, Public Service
Commission from Roderick Schutt, Huber, Magill Lawrence and Farrell re Case
80002—NYSEG—Answers to Interrogatories; "Federal Outlays for Fiscal Year
1976"; executed agreement between County of Tompkins and H. D. Besemer, Inc.,
Lansing, NY for repair of a bridge over Virgil Creek on South George Road in the
Town of Dryden; executed agreement between County of Tompkins and APCOA
Services, Inc. for parking fees at the Tompkins County Airport; executed agree-
ment between Tompkins County and Day Care and Child Development Council;
approval from NYS Division for Youth of the request for amendment of budget
for approved program for Main -Line; approval from NYS Division for Youth of
the following programs for 1977; Big Brother/Big Sister, Sheriff JAB, Main -Line,
4-H in Hancock and West Village, Interim Families and Learning Web; copy of a
letter from Ralph Jordan, Chamber of Commerce, to Doreen Davis, Tourist Pro-
gram Administrator—Chamber of Commerce re cut-back in tourist services in
Tompkins County; memo from Thomas G. Payne regarding questions on the busi-
ness investment exemption; memos from Joel Robinson, NYS Department of
Labor re extension of Cooperative Agreement for Referral of Federal Supple-
mental Benefits Claimants and Lower Living standard income levels for CETA
Title VI; memo from Edwin Crawford, Executive Director NYS Association of
Counties sending following reports prepared by the NYS Public Employment Re-
lations Board: Report on Salary Schedules—Registered and Licensed Practical
Nurses 1976, Salaries for Employees of County Probation Departments 1976, sal-
aries paid to full-time deputy sheriffs of Counties -1976 and salaries for selected
Social Services Titles -1976; letter from Public Service Commission re Case 80002
—NYSEG Article VIII Application for Cayuga Station interrogatories for Part 73
—Air Quality and Meteorology and Part 75—Noise; copy of letter to George
Pfann from Fred Thomas, re position concerning additional fees for work not con-
structed for Tompkins County Hospital; copy of letter to Ecology Action, Ithaca,
NY from NYS Public Service Commission granting full -party status as represen-
tative for Ecology Action re Case 80002—Cayuga Station; executed agreement
between Tompkins County Office for Aging and Voluntary Action Center of Ith-
aca; letter from United People, a coalition of organizations and concerned citizens
re tax exemption laws; annual report of Surrogate Court Fees for 1976; resolution
from Environmental Management Council entitled "Use of Lehigh Valley Right -
of -Way, Freeville-Cortland Section; letter in response to Mr. Frank Utter from
Eugene Arnold re wall mounted televisions in new hospital.
Mr. Watros said the Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee has been
meeting regularly and undertaking many projects, one of which has been the study
of possible ways that all municipalities in Tompkins County could jointly partici-
pate in an agreement with the TV Cable Company. He introduced Mr. John Mar-
cham.
Mr. Marcham reported on the activities of the committee. He said they ex-
plored with municipalities the possibility of their cooperation. They could turn
over their ability to franchise to the county and just have a county commission or
could turn over their authority to a commission that they form themselves or
could have turned over just the job of studying requests for changes in franchises.
They explored the possibilities and came to the conclusion that perhaps the best
idea was to get together and try to do the research cooperatively. They called to-
gether representatives of all municipalities in the county, and attendance was very
good. With the services of a law student at Cornell they completed a first draft
and submitted it to the municipal representatives and sent it on to the State Cable
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Commission and State Office for Local Government with a copy to Robert William-
son, County Attorney, for review. They have received verbal approval from the
State Office of Local Government. They asked for a formal declaratory ruling
from the State Cable Commission to make sure the plan did meet with their ap-
proval. They received a letter from the Cable Commission. The municipalities will
now attempt to get their legislative bodies to endorse this agreement.
Mrs. Benson asked if the Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee had
discussed the area where under state law it is now possible for not only munici-
palities but also school districts to cooperate through a county purchasing agent
on certain purchases. Mr. Marcham said they are meeting on Wednesday and he
will bring up that question.
Mr. Louis Nayman said he had distributed a document to board members and
asked for their consideration. He said the union is willing to clarify and respond
to any questions the board might have.
At this time Mrs. Phyllis Howell, Clerk of the Board, read Resolution No. 230
of 1974 which created the Human Services Coalition and called for an intensive
structural and procedural evaluation at the end of each year of its operation.
After the first year of operation the Coalition shall be evaluated according to how
well it has met its established goals.
Mrs. Ruth Pettengill spoke to the board and introduced Anne Jones, vice
chairman; staff members Michael Martin, Elizabeth Aurbach and Debbie Statton.
Mr. Michael Martin, at the request of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, gave a slide presentation of the evaluation of past activities of the Human
Services Coalition and a plan for future activities. A written report was distrib-
uted to board members. A question and answer period followed concerning possible
duplication of human services.
Mr. Dates said he is sure there will be more meetings as they have a directive
from Chairman MacNeil to come in with a recommendation. There have been ques-
tions on whether the guidelines of the original resolution should be changed and
improved which will have to be answered before this board will fund it again.
Chairman MacNeil made the following committee appointments:
Budget and Administration Committee: Harris B. Dates, Chairman; Donald
J. Culligan, James W. Ray, Bryant Robey, Robert I. Watros, James E. Kidney
Health Committee: Donald J. Culligan, Chairman; John C. Clynes, Harris B.
Dates, LeGrace G. Benson, Bryant Robey, James W. Ray
Intergovernmental Relations Committee: Robert Watros, Chairman; Bryant
Robey, Henry W. Theisen
Personnel Committee: Claude W. Holden, Chairman; John C. Clynes, James
E. Kidney, Louis R. Webster
Planning and Public Works Committee: John C. Clynes, Chairman; Claude W.
Holden, LeGrace G. Benson, James E. Kidney, James W. Ray
Public Safety and Corrections Committee: Herbert W. Haight, Chairman;
Louis R. Webster, Erie J. Miller, Jr., Beverly Livesay
Special Legislative Committee: Beverly Livesay, Chairman; Henry W. Thei-
sen, Erie J. Miller, Jr.
Special Social Services Committee: Erie J. Miller, Jr., Chairman; Louis R.
Webster, Herbert W. Haight, Henry W. Theisen
Chairman MacNeil made the following appointments:
Agricultural District Advisory Committee—John C. Clynes
12 January 24, 1977
Board of Health—Herbert Haight
Chamber of Commerce—Harris Dates
Community College—Robert Watros
District Forest Practice Board—James Kidney
Extension Service—Beverly Livesay, Henry Theisen
Finger Lakes Association—Harris Dates
Fish and Wildlife Management Board—Robert Watros
Local Advisory Board of Assessment
Villages: Cayuga Heights
Dryden
Freeville
Groton
Trumansburg
Lansing
Towns of : Caroline/Danby
Enfield/Newfield
Groton
Ithaca
Dryden
Lansing
Ulysses
City of Ithaca
Review:
Henry Theisen
Robert Watros
Robert Watros
Claude Holden
Herbert Haight
Harris Dates
Erie J. Miller, Jr.
James Ray
Claude Holden
Beverly Livesay
James Kidney
Harris Dates
Herbert Haight
Bryant Robey
Resource Conservation and Development Board: James Kidney, Henry
Theisen
Soil Conservation District: Claude Holden, Erie J. Miller, Jr., Harold Laue
(Pomona Grange)
Greater Ithaca Activities Center: Claude Holden, Donald Wilson
Under privilege of the floor Mr. Webster asked if the Chairman would con-
sider a temporary time limited study committee or group to examine and recom-
mend efficient, alternate energy heating devices that are being utilized in Tomp-
kins County and that would be safe and to offer and recommend to the citizens of
the county efficient means of energy conservation and to examine our own system
of what we are doing to conserve energy and finally to study and inform the pub-
lic with respect to other matters pertinent to energy problems.
Chairman MacNeil said he will have the Clerk contact Mr. John Miller, Fire
and Disaster Coordinator, to see what they can do.
Mr. Robey noted the lack of attendance of public citizens here this morning
and he mentioned again the possibility of holding a night meeting once a month.
He said he received the chairman's memo regarding a special committee to make
a recommendation in June and he asked if it might be helpful to them to have a
six-month period to see if evening meetings might get more of the public here. He
asked if the Budget and Administration Committee could look at this at their next
meeting and perhaps come in with a resolution at the next board meeting. Chair-
man MacNeil referred his request to the Budget and Administration Committee.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said their next meeting will be
held January 25th and will meet with Challenge Industries.
Mr. Clynes noted the Hospital Board of Managers did comment that it looks
like year-end figures will be at or near a breakeven point and they adopted a new
billing cycle for input into the new computer program.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, said they met with the Health
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Committee regarding two resolutions on the agenda regarding the hospital. They
did meet with CETA Advisory Committee and the Human Services Coalition. He
reported he attended the Highway Superintendent's meeting in Rcchester. He
said the work in Title I had plus $27,000 extra to be allocated to the EOC. Title
II, VI—the money is funded unless there is exception of school districts for both
groups September 30. Some of the schools have been cut.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they
met last week to discuss the bids for replacement of lighting at the library. Light-
ing has been a problem for a long time. When the fixtures were installed when
the library was constructed they used the type of lamp that is no longer made.
They have been replacing a few fixtures over the last few years in order to keep
a reasonable degree of lighting. The complete replacement of the remaining fix-
tures in the building will cost approximately $50,000. It appears this is the only
means of solving the problem. He expects to bring a resolution before the board
for approval at the next meeting. There was a question about a possible lawsuit
and Mr. Robert Williamson, County Attorney, stated a lawsuit has not been
started. He reviewed the contract. There is nothing that requires the supplier
and/or General Electric to continue to manufacture those bulbs.
Mr. Webster reported relative to the judgeship question and he will bring in
a resolution for the February 14th meeting.
Mrs. Livesay reported on the Supervisors and County Legislators Association
meeting which she attended in Rochester. The emphasis of that meeting was on
legislation and the need for this group to get together for local government in
New York State to speak more with one voice. It also dealt with the need for more
of a partnership between local government and state government to work to-
gether. There was a report on welfare administration. She also noted she made a
proposal to the association some time ago to go from two state meetings a year
to one statewide meeting and a series of regional one -day meetings be held
throughout the state. There is now interest, and they have asked her to develop
a pilot regional meeting in Tompkins County between now and the June meeting.
She has a tentative date of March 31. She is also working to have the magazine
contain more real information for those that can't attend the meetings.
Mr. John Murphy, County Administrator, reported relative to business in-
vestment exemption which was discussed at a meeting January 12th with repre-
sentatives of towns, villages and school districts. He distributed a summary of
what is possible under the business investment exemption. He also reported the
taxable status date for various municipalities and school districts. The law is
written so it goes into effect as of the taxable status date each year and unless
amended it goes in with 50 per cent exemption the first year declining five per
cent in subsequent years. The taxable status day for villages is January 1. Any
village that would want to change the law would have to have acted before Jan-
uary 1. For the city it is March 1. The towns—May 1. For the school districts it is
actually the dates of various towns, cities, villages within their boundaries. If
there is any intent of this board to change the 50 per cent exemption, it will have
to be done prior to Mach 1 for the city. He summarized the highlights of the act.
The law provides exemption for new construction, alterations, installations or im-
provements for the purchases of commercial business or industrial activity where
the cost of the addition exceeds $10,000. Such property must be used primarily for
buying, selling, storing or developing goods and services to manufacture or assem-
bly of goods and processing of raw materials. Mr. Thomas Payne received infor-
mation which would indicate, as far as public utility is concerned, the real prop-
erty of a public utility would be subject to the exemption. The special franchise
tax portion of the public utility—telephone, water, conduit, right of way, would
not be subject to exemption. It excludes residences, apartment houses, condomini-
ums and cooperative use for residential purposes. The exemption applies to con-
struction which commenced after January 1, 1976 and was completed after July
1, 1976. Chairman MacNeil said it does not mean it is good for only six months.
It could start tomorrow and still be good. Mr. Murphy said the purpose of the law
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is intended to offer local government taxing authority and the option to compete
with other states, and actually with other localities, for business and industry to
expand or to locate within our area. The exemption is to apply only to new taxes.
It is his understanding at that time if a board allows or passes it in the first year,
it will automatically cover that parcel down through the ten-year existence under
this act. Mr. Payne now has an interpretation from the council for the State
Board of Equalization and Assessment that each board may change the exemption
on each and every parcel each year.
Chairman MacNeil referred this matter to the Budget and Administration
Committee for a recommendation and report by the next meeting.
Mr. Howard Stevenson, Jr., Hospital Construction Committee, said the com-
mittee is investigating further the resolution that was tabled at the last meeting
regarding movable equipment at the hospital.
Mr. Robey said under the new Freedom of Information Law he feels the Hos-
pital Construction Committee meetings should be open.
Mr. Robert Williamson, County Attorney, stated he disagrees with the State
regarding the assessment Mr. Murphy reported about. He feels it should be locked
in for the ten year, five per cent deduction each year otherwise there would not be
incentive for business. He said there is a decision in the Ryan against Kelly case.
The final decision was that the contract be annulled and the County re -advertise
for the finish hardware. It is his recommendation that the board phase out a reso-
lution directing Sarkisian Brothers and that the County readvertise. There was a
discussion on the ramifications because work has been started. Mr. Williamson felt
at the next board meeting on February 14th a resolution could be presented in
accordance with the judgement they get and in the meantime to re -advertise.
Mr. Murphy introduced Mr. Stuart Dvorkin, a student at SUNY Cortland. He
is in a training program. He is spending this semester working for the county at
no cost to introduce him to county government at the same time he will be doing
work for the county.
Chairman MacNeil said they are going to hear a lot of critical statements in
the next few months about budget cuts. If we are going to have faith in our
county, state and country, we will have to share in the hard times as well as the
good times. They should be willing to look at each issue with an open mind and
positive attitude toward solving difficulties.
Permission was granted for resolutions pertaining to award of bid for the
Highway Department and public hearing for contracts at the airport.
RESOLUTION NO. 12—APPORTIONMENT OF DOG MONIES
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. 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 Mar-
kets Law, in the total amount of $14,136.40, now therefore be it
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:
Amount contributed
Cities and Towns including penalties Apportionment of
Contributing and costs 75% of surplus
Caroline $ 1,688.00 $ 967.84
Danby 1,583.00 907.65
Dryden 5,138.00 2,945.97
Enfield 1,443.00 827.37
Groton 2,422.00 1,388.69
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Ithaca 2,909.00 1,667.94
Lansing 3,767.00 2,159.88.
Newfield 1,962.00 1,124.95
Ulysses 2,463.00 1,412.20
City of Ithaca 1,280.00 733.91
Total $24,655.00 $14,136.40
RESOLUTION NO. 13—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND—
PERB
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Miller -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee and the Personnel Committee, That the following appropriation from the
Contingent Fund to cover mediation charges be and it hereby is approved:
From: Contingent Fund (Code A-1990)
To: Personnel—PERB Expense (Code A-1430.410) $800.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 14—ABOLISH POSITIONS OF LAUNDRY WORKER
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That two positions of Laundry Worker (02-04), labor grade II, labor class, at the
Tompkins County Hospital be and they hereby are abolished, effective immedi-
ately.
RESOLUTION NO. 15—ABOLISH SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR POSITIONS
AND CREATE PART-TIME SWITCHBOARD
OPERATOR POSITION
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That two
Switchboard Operator positions (05-10), labor grade V, competitive class, one
position in Buildings and Grounds and one position in Social Services be and they
hereby are abolished, effective immediately.
RESOLVED, further, That one Switchboard Operator position (part-time),
(05-10), labor grade V, competitive class, be and it hereby is created effective im-
mediately at the Tompkins County Hospital, monies to reimburse services from
said position having been included in the current budget of the County Buildings
and Grounds Department.
RESOLUTION NO. 16—REORGANIZATION OF ADMINISTRATION,
BUSINESS AND DATA PROCESSING OFFICES—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That the following'positions be and they hereby are abolished, effective immedi-
ately,
3 Typists (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class
1 Principal Clerk (09-10), labor grade IX, competitive class
1 Senior Account Clerk -Typist (07-10), labor grade VII, competitive class
1 Stenographer (05-09), labor grade V, competitive class
RESOLVED, further, That the following positions be and they hereby are
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created, effective immediately, monies having been appropriated in the 1977 hos-
pital budget:
6 Data Processing Operators (05-16), labor grade V, competitive class
1 Data Processing Supervisor (10-21), labor grade X, competitive class
1 Principal Account Clerk (09-30), labor grade IX, competitive class
RESOLUTION NO. 17—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
DEWITT HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF TOMPKINS
COUNTY
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Discussion took place.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County and the Historical Society entered into a contract for
the leasing of certain premises in the Clinton House for a ten-year period, com-
mencing November 15, 1973 and terminating November 14, 1983, and
WHEREAS, each year over and above the rental paid by the County to said
Historical Society, there are certain monies budgeted by the County for said His-
torical Society and its historical purposes, 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 di-
rected to execute on behalf of the County an agreement with the DeWitt Historical
Society of Tompkins County, to provide that the County shall pay to the Historical
Society for its historical purposes, on a quarterly or other basis, monies appropri-
ated on an annual basis over and above the rental of the facility, for a term com-
mencing as of November 15, 1973 and terminating as of November 14, 1983.
RESOLUTION NO. 18—AWARD OF BIDS—EQUIPMENT—HIGHWAY
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids in ac-
cordance with specifications filed in his office, and
WHEREAS, the following were the lowest responsible bidders meeting all
specifications:
Equipment Bidder Amount
Rotary Broom Hanna & Hamilton, Inc. $ 1,968.00
Tractor Mower S. C. Hansen, Inc. 7,700.00
Used Truck Crane Bartons Garage 6,288.00
Three Trucks Brockway Motors 94,350.00
Materials Spreader Hanna & Hamilton, Inc. 3,345.00
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the aforementioned bids be and the same hereby are accepted and the
Commissioner of Public Works is authorized and directed to complete said pur-
chase on behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 19—DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING—SELOVER
AVIATION, GORDON CAR & TRUCK RENTAL, INC.
AND THE HERTZ CORPORATION
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Steve Selover D/B/A Selover Aviation is desirous of operating
an aircraft maintenance shop at the Tompkins County Airport, and
WHEREAS, Gordon Car & Truck Rental, Inc. of Utica, New York, and the
Hertz Corporation with offices in New York City desire to provide automobile
rental services at the Tompkins County Airport, and
WHEREAS, said contracts are on file with the Clerk of the Board, now there-
fore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That a public hearing be held on said proposed contracts on the 14th day of
February, 1977, at 9:30 o'clock in the morning thereof in the Bcard of Representa-
tives' Room, Courthouse, Ithaca, New York.
RESOLUTION NO. 20—REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION—STATE OF NEW
YORK (RE HOLDING MORE THAN ONE ELECTIVE
OFFICE)
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion took place. It was
Moved by Mrs. Benson, seconded by Mr. Webster, That this resolution be tabled
until it has had full discussion. Motion to Table adopted and the resolution was
referred to committee.
RESOLUTION NO. 21—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Miller -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $ 57,030.34
Encumbrances 9,329.83
County Self Insurance 23,132.00
Airport 8,887.01
Highway Department 106,886.46
Total $205,265.64
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 MacNeil appointed a Special Representative Study Committee in
order to attract more interest in county government which will be charged with
examining all phases of the office of county representative including meeting
times, frequency of meetings, organization of board, salaries of board members
and the study of the possibility that in future elections the supervisor of a town
may also be permitted to run for a county legislature, etc. The committee is to
make recommendations to the board by June 1, 1977:
Two members of the County Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee—
Edward Lutz, John Marcham
Two members of the League of Women Voters—Virginia Bizzell, Lucia Arm-
strong
Two members of the Board of Representatives—Harris B. Dates, Donald J.
Culligan
Two members-at-large—W. David Curtiss, Clark Hamlin
Mr. Clynes placed in nomination the name of James C. White for reappoint-
ment as chairman of the Environmental Management Council for a one-year term
which expires December 31, 1977. Upon hearing no further nominations the chair-
man declared Mr. White chairman.
Chairman MacNeil said he feels committees should keep in touch with depart-
ment heads.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:44 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARING
FEBRUARY 14, 1977
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 9:30 a.m.
The Chairman read the notice of public hearing re Tompkins County Airport
—Proposed contracts with Selover Aviation, Gordon Car & Truck Rental, The
Hertz Corporation, which were published in the official newspapers.
Mr. Robert Thomas, representing Chartair, Inc. spoke regarding the lease be-
tween Selover Aviation and the County.
The Chairman closed the hearing at 9:34 a.m.
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 14, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 14 Representatives. Excused—Representative Kidney -1.
The minutes of the January 24, 1977 meeting were approved.
Memo from Franklin County re welfare reform; letter to Stewart Boschwitz,
Public Service Commission from Huber, Magill, Lawrence & Farrel re Case 80002
—NYSE&G—Answers to Interrogatories re Land Use & Aesthetics (Part 77);
Solid Liquid & Gasious Waste (Part 78); & Water Quality and Quantity;
NYSE&G—Cayuga Station—Staff motion to compel an answer to an interroga-
tory; Thomas Payne re Nassau County Legislative proposal re assessment admin-
istration; copy of a letter to James White, Chairman, Environmental Management
Council re Case 80002—NYSE&G Cayuga Station granting full party status; let-
ter from Peter Edelman, NYS Division for Youth re laws concerning detention
amended during 1976 legislative session, as a result the relationship between Divi-
sion for Youth Detention Services Section and county detention programs have
changed; copy of letter from NYS Board of Equalization and Assessment re
Tompkins County Revaluation Project; Synopsis: Nitrogen/Phosphorus Runoff—
assessing its role in achieving stream and lake water quality objectives and policy
implication from Lyle S. Raymond, Jr., Extension Associate, Water Resources;
copy of letter to Armand Adams, Treasurer, DeWitt Historical Society from John
Murphy re contract dealing with rent; report of Task Force on Organized Crime
and Report of Task Force on Criminal Justice Research and Development; copy of
letter to Mayor Stevens, Village of Dryden from Ralph Jordan, Chamber of Com-
merce re reducing the Real Property Tax Exemption to 1%; weekly progress re-
port ending January 21, 1977 from John W. Cowper; certificate of insurance for
Tompkins County Mental Health Association, Inc. by H. A. Carey Co., Inc.; Social
Services monthly statistical report for December 1976; letter to Stewart Boschwitz,
Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment re Case 80002 Cayuga
Station re Public Service Commission staff requesting information with respect to
studies of onsite ash storage capacity at both the Cayuga and Somerset sites; let-
ter from Management Implementation Association, Inc. re Local Public Works
Program; agreement for thinning of trees in Town of Newfield for Ivar Johnson;
copy of letter to Stewart Boschwitz, State of New York Department of Public
Service from Huber, Magill, Lawrence & Farrell re Case 80002—NYSE&G—An-
swers to Interrogatories—relative to Environmental Noise (part 75); land use &
aesthetics (part 77) solid, liquid & gaseous waste (part 78) and water quality &
quantity (part 80); copy of letter from J. W. Tucker to Harris Dates and James
Ray re real property tax abatements; letter from Assesmblyman Gary Lee urging
County Board to move cautiously, stabilize expenses and stay away from imple-
menting any new expense programs; copy of approved application for state aid to
assist in providing recreation for the elderly programs and services from NYS
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Office for the Aging; copy of letter from Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell to
Stewart Boschwitz, NYS Public Service Commission—Case 80002—NYSE&G—
Answers to Interrogatories; weekly progress report ending January. 28, 1977 on
Tompkins County Hospital from J. W. Cowper Co.; copy of letter from Joel Rob-
inson, Director, NYS Department of Labor to Hugh Hurlbut re Approval of Title
VI modification FY76; memorandum from STE Regional Planning and Develop-
ment Board re revisions to by-laws; Department of Labor sent memorandum re
applicability of Davis -Bacon Wage Rates; letter from Bette L. Davis, Vice Presi-
dent, SUA Incorporated, re they would like opportunity to discuss their approach
to developing a supervisory role and level review program and how such a pro-
gram could be of value to this jurisdiction; memorandum from Gary Lee, Assem-
blyman re executive budget proposal for modification of court finance; Public
Service Commission, Board of Electric Generating Siting and Application of
NYSE&G for a certificate of environmental compatibility and public need to con-
struct an 850 mw coal -fueled electric generating unit at site in Lansing; letter
from Glenn Cline, Cooperative Extension Agency, enclosing their financial report
for 1976 and final budget for 1977, also enclosed three copies of memorandum of
Agreement between the County of Tompkins and Cooperative Extension Associa-
tion; certificate of inspection of boiler pressure vessel -1/19/77 Boardman House;
Joel D. Robinson, Manpower Planning Secretariat, re non-financial agreement on
direct placement services; J. W. Cowper Co., monthly progress report for January;
letter from Ruth Pettengill, Chairperson, Human Services Coalition regarding the
Coalition's recommendation that $19,095 be given to Challenge Industries for op-
eration in 1977 by Tompkins County and the United Way subject to negotiations
regarding the specific amount to be contributed by each funder, enclosed report by
the Adhoc Review Committee; agreement executed between County and DeWitt
Historical Society; pistol permits for January 1-31, 1977 totaled $136; approval
for budget amendment for Big Brother/Big Sister 1976 for Division for Youth
Budget; certificate of insurance J. W. Cowper, Co., Inc. for period 12/1/77 for
work they perform at Tompkins County Hospital; 1976 Annual Report Tompkins
County Environmental Management Council; Resolution from Cortland County re
audit of TC3 Capital Expenditures; copy of a letter from Car Dworkin, Senior
Attorney for Energy—NYS Department of Environmental Conservation re Case
No. 80002—Cayuga Station; copy of letter from Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell
re case 80002—NYSE&G, answers to interrogatories; letter from Otsego County
Board of Representatives re welfare reform public hearings; letter from South
Central New York RC&D Project re sponsor from Tompkins County for this
Board; letter from Clarence Johnson, President and General Manager, Morse
Chain, hoping for favorable recommendation—real property tax abatement; letter
from Congressman Matthew McHugh re House subcommittee is now considering
proposals for new public works funding and testimony before subcommittee.
Under privilege of the floor, Mrs. Pauline Darrett again spoke opposing the
Human Rights Commission.
Mrs. Dooley Kieffer spoke regarding the legislation passed last year which
provides for property tax exemption for business and industry. The blanket nature
of the exemption disturbs her since it must apply across the board to all busi-
nesses. It seems contradictory if one cares about orderly development in an area.
She would like the board to lower this exemption at least for a year to give the
state legislature a chance to amend the legislation.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said the statistics for 1976
budget ended up with the Social Services Budget being $708,000 under budget.
They discussed a summer work training program on which Commissioner Wagner
will be working. They also discussed the idea of having an assistant District At-
torney who would be responsible for welfare fraud cases only. Commissioner Wag-
ner is going to be reporting to our board on the 14th of March. It is a situation
pertaining to the Core D Program which is a title for an amendment to the Social
Security Act. The idea is to locate deserting parents and obtain support from them
that they should be paying.
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Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said they met and listened to the
problem of Challenge Industries. The revenues from the Challenge store cannot be
used on local monies raised to match state funding; therefore, they need $19,000
in order to run the programs they had scheduled. He also reported the Mental
Health Department is having difficulty getting a person to take over the new di-
rector position. Their next committee meeting will be held tomorrow at 4:00 p.m.
Mr. Robey said the Mental Health Board met last week. They discussed a
change in state's approach to mental health programs where there is confusion
about administrative changes being made. A meeting with state legislators may
be requested.
Mrs. Benson said the Health Alliance will meet tomorrow to discuss possible
alternative organization plans.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, reported they
met and approved going to design with the Crash, Fire, Rescue building at the
airport and he will ask to have a resolution added to today's agenda. They had a
meeting on the Warren Road Project. They reviewed the status of the federal
project VASI improvements on runway 14 which will require a board resolution at
a later date.
Mr. Theisen asked about the Emergency CETA funds available to counties
who needed them due to the energy and snow emergency and if the board should
take action on the decision to not accept funds.
Mr. MacNeil said it was to employ people who had lost their jobs as a result
of winter and snow. Town highway superintendents were called together and it
was felt it would be better to give the funds to another county because Tompkins
County was not hit as bad as other counties.
Mr. Hurlbut, Personnel Commissioner, explained the situation and stated the
State Manpower Secretariat informed him that funding was available due to the
weather and energy crisis. It was decided not to accept the funds. •
The Board voted to approve the action not to accept the funds.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they
met and discussed items concerning the library. They acted upon clarification in-
volving the management of the library and passed it to the Budget and Adminis-
tration Committee for their consideration and will bring it to the board in the near
future. They also approved the purchase of microphone equipment requested by
the Board of Trustees using Finger Lakes Association funds and will pass it on to
the Budget and Administration Committee. They deferred action on the request of
the library for adding one professional librarian.
Chairman MacNeil noted with input from NYSE&G, the Planning and Public
Works Committee, Personnel and Mr. Theisen, they talked with the library about
shortening their hours and the library agreed to shorten the hours.
Mr. Webster reported the Criminal Justice Advisory Board met and consid-
ered the request of the Public Safety Committee to study and make a report on
contact visitation at the jail. They are also continuing the search for new mem-
bers to the Board and he will lay two names on the table for consideration of
appointment later in the meeting.
Mrs. Livesay, Chairman, Special Legislative Committee, said they had their
organization meeting. They will be meeting twice a month during the legislative
term on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. She will have an appoint-
ment to make later in the meeting to the Environmental Management Council and
she also will propose an amendment to the business exemption resolution later in
the meeting.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Correction Committee, reported
they discussed a request for oxygen tanks for each Sheriff's car and was tabled
until their next meeting for more information. They discussed installing brackets
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for lights on top of the Sheriff's cars instead of drilling holes which would be less
expensive at trade-in time. They also discussed the contact visitation at the jail
which has been blocked by the courts at this time. They also discussed the possi-
bility of a position for a probation assistant. It is now before the Personnel Com-
mittee.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, said they will
be meeting to bring in a recommendation on the Challenge Industries and the li-
brary funding.
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, stated for the past two weeks he, Chair-
man MacNeil and Mr. Hurlbut have met with representatives of business, Chamber
of Commerce and various people regarding a policy cutting down energy consump-
tion. The city scheduled a four-day work week in the month of March. There was
a question if the county could do the same. He said there is a requirement that
certain offices of the county must remain open. He tried to get a ruling from the
state and they are not empowered to close these departments one day a week un-
less there would be an executive order or legislative change. They recognize the
problem but it is a whole state problem. Action has been taken to reduce thermo-
stats to 65 degrees during the day and 55 degrees at night with the exception of
the jail, hospital and county home.
Chairman MacNeil said they have been involved in this energy situation to a
considerable extent. He said Morse Chain in Ithaca is one of a few factories in the
United States that make timing chains for automobiles. The other factory is on
strike and because of the lack of natural gas Morse Chain laid off most of its pro-
duction workers and without the timing chains in Detroit the nation is going to
suffer a reversal in employment. He said Secretary of the Treasury made a request
that natural gas from Alaska be allowed to be shipped on other than U.S. bodies.
He thinks it is an important issue because Congress and the Senate have taken a
strong stand behind the Maritime Union not to allow gas to be shipped on foreign
bodies; therefore, the gas would go to Japan, and we as U.S. citizens suffer from
the lack of it.
Permission was given for resolutions pertaining to Family Court Judge to be
presented if the first resolution is defeated and the CFR vehicle building at the
airport, be considered at this meeting.
RESOLUTION NO. 22—ENDORSEMENT OF BUSINESS INVESTMENT
EXEMPTION
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Culligan.
WHEREAS, Chapter 278 of the Laws of 1976 provides for business invest-
ment exemption, and
WHEREAS, said chapter provides for ten-year tax exemption on new con-
struction, alterations, installations or improvements for the purpose of commer-
cial, business or industrial activity where the cost exceeds $10,000.00, and
WHEREAS, said exemption applies to construction commenced after January
1, 1976 and completed after July 1, 1976, and
WHEREAS, the measure of the exemption is 50% of the increase in assessed
value due to said construction or improvement in the first year and decreasing 5%
each year thereafter for nine years, and
WHEREAS, this exemption will provide an incentive to local business, indus-
trial and commercial establishments to expand and expend monies in the improve-
ment of their facilities, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to said law, the owner may submit application for said
exemption to the County Assessor, and
WHEREAS, the law states that where no action is taken by the County, the
exemption will apply to the taxes to be levied by the County thereafter, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That this Board express its intent that it is wholeheartedly in favor of said
business investment exemption as added by Chapter 278 of the laws of 1976, now
therefore be it
22 February 14, 1977
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That this Board approves the business investment exemption aforesaid and
reiterates its position that it will take no action which will reduce the percentage
of said exemption and reiterates and expresses its policy of cooperating with com-
mercial business and industrial enterprise in Tompkins County in every way pos-
sible to induce and aid them to remain in Tompkins County and to expand their
facilities in Tompkins County.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay that an amendment be made as follows:
WHEREAS, Chapter 278 of the Laws of 1976 provides for ten-year tax ex-
emption on new construction, alterations, installations or improvements for the
purpose of commercial, business or industrial activity where the cost exceeds
$10,000.00, and the measure of the exemption is 50% of the increase in assessed
value due to said construction or improvement in the first year and decreasing 5%
each year thereafter for nine years, and
WHEREAS, the law provides for no local flexibility except to allow local tax-
ing jurisdictions to reduce the percentage of exemption, and
WHEREAS, to permit the 50% exemption at this time will benefit owners of
improvements already commenced or completed rather than only to be an incentive
to new development, thus cutting into a badly needed expansion of our tax base,
the effect of which is to increase the tax burden on every other taxpayer, commer-
cial and residential, throughout the county, and
WHEREAS it is the recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee
that this Board work for an amendment to the state legislation that would allow
greater flexibility to taxing jurisdictions such as, but not limited to: determining
types of business which may be offered incentives, setting their own effective
dates later than those in the 1976 legislation, and permitting counties to grant
different exemptions to different municipalities within their boundaries, to foster
greater intermunicipal cooperation, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee that
this Board reduce the aforesaid business exemption to zero percent at this time,
and
RESOLVED, further. That the Special Legislative Committee and this Board
will vigorously pursue the development and adoption of state legislation that
would make this business investment exemption a more valuable tool for encour-
aging development and to serve local needs, and
RESOLVED, further, That this Board also will act to grant exemptions under
such amended legislation at its earliest opportunity, and
RESOLVED, further, That if such legislative changes are not forthcoming,
the granting of the exemption under the existing legislation will be promptly re-
considered, and
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Senator Smith,
Assemblyman Lee, Chamber of Commerce, David Cutting, Vincent Giordano,
James Rothschild, Thomas Bennett and Jack Babbage.
Mrs. Ruth Mahr made a statement recommending against passage of the pro-
posed tax rebate legislation or until we have a clear consensus on what we hope
to achieve, in qualitative and quantitative terms, by the encouragement of eco-
nomic growth in this county. She made an alternative proposal to develop a set of
criteria for the kinds of new industry which is desirable here.
Mr. Richard Comstock spoke reiterating the position of the Chamber of Com-
merce urging adoption of the maximum exemption authorized under the Real
Property Tax Incentive Legislation in order to encourage the improvement of the
business and industrial environment in this county.
Mr. David Cutting, President of the Tompkins County Area Development
Corporation, spoke in favor now and perhaps take a look at it later. They have
accomplished a tremendous amount in this community in development and new
jobs in the last three years and he asked for them to vote for this so we may have
the tax abatement.
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Mr. Vincent Giordano, general building contractor, urged them to leave the
tax statute as it is.
Mr. James Rothschild felt additional development should be encouraged.
Mr. Bennett feels it is a very important part of attracting and holding busi-
nesses, that we can help both in the tax base but also in job base.
Mr. Babbage, representing Ithaca Trades Council, stated they endorse this
resolution and feel any stimulant to the economy at this time would be good.
Representative Culligan stated a few years ago this board voted to bring in
a cardboard container corporation and much money was spent but they failed. He
feels if they had this legislation of this nature at that time, they could have suc-
ceeded.
Representative Ray feels this is the beginning of a lot of necessary changes
in the tax structures of this state and if they don't get behind these changes and
support them and continue to ask for more changes, they will be in a worse finan-
cial situation than we are today. He is hopeful this board will take into considera-
tion the future of everyone in this community not just a certain few.
Representative Livesay said the amendment clearly states that the board
would act as soon as possible to offer this kind of exemption. The people have a
certain assurance if the amendment passes that this exemption will be offered for
the next taxable year.
Representative Theisen pointed out the Legislative Committee is not opposed
to the exemption, they favor it, but felt they should take a better look at it. They
would like to work towards more flexibility in the legislature so we could have
more say over development of our economic base in the county.
Mr. Robey said he still supports the original resolution and he feels the sug-
gestion made to review it on a year-to-year basis is a good one.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, ruled Mrs. Livesay's proposal should be an
amendment.
Mrs. Benson feels for the time being this is a good amendment and feels it
would be good to have it reviewed at the beginning of the year.
A vote was taken and the Amendment Lost. The original resolution was
adopted with Representative Livesay voting no.
RESOLUTION NO. 23A—REQUEST—FAMILY COURT JUDGE
Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mrs. Livesay.
In 1971 by Section 182 of the Judiciary Law, a second Tompkins County Judge
was elected. Mr. John Barney, Attorney, said we have been rotating judges back
and forth servicing County Court, Surrogate and Family Court. He quoted from
Section 131 and 137 of the Judiciary Law concerning Family Court whereby in
cases of more than one county judge, he felt there was no reason why the appel-
late division of the Supreme Court of Judiciary Department cannot be requested
to designate one county judge to sit exclusively as Family Court Judge.
Judge Bruce Dean spoke at length and referred to legislative changes that
would elect a Family Court Judge which he favors. He doesn't feel the appellate
division can appoint one if one is already elected as county court judge.
Mr. Joseph Joch, District Attorney, feels there is an immediate problem here.
He favors requesting Judge Zeller of the appellate division to appoint and if he
fails to accept that, come back and ask for legislation.
Representative Ray supports improved consistency and responsiveness in the
operations of Tompkins County Family Court although he does not support this
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legislative body taking formal legislative action on this issue, he does support the
sharing of all this information and opinions gathered during discussion of this
issue to those responsible for the assignment of the duties of our local judicial
position. He suggested studying the situation in St. Lawrence County Family
Court that puts a social worker called a confidential assistant under the control of
the Family Court Judge. He would support a look at this type of extension of
court staff to be more responsible.
➢Ir. Webster referred to a list of pros and cons which was distributed to the
board. He feels the discussion has been fruitful. He said now he would prefer to
request the appellate division would be they would have a judge who would have
responsibility in three courts but who would serve in Family Court because it does
offer more flexibility.
According to Rules of the Board, Mr. Theisen was excused from voting be-
cause he felt he had an indirect interest in the position and asked to abstain.
Mr. Webster said it would mean according to his interpretation that if at a
future time if it was determined there is a greater need in Family Court, the ap-
pellate division administratively could move him over.
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives recom-
mends the Appellate Division, Third Department, That the next Tompkins County
Court Judge either elected or appointed be exclusively designated to the Family
Court for an indefinite period.
A roll call resulted as follows: Ayes—Representatives Culligan, Dates, Hol-
den, Ray, Robey, Webster — 6. Noes — Representatives Benson, Clynes, Haight,
Livesay, Miller, Watros, MacNeil -7. Representative Theisen—abstain-1. Ex-
cused—Representative Kidney -1. Resolution Lost.
RESOLUTION NO. 23B—REQUEST FOR LEGISLATION
Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mr. Watros. Resolution Lost.
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists in one of two County, Surrogate, and Family
Court Judgeships in Tompkins County, and
WHEREAS, after due deliberation, the Tompkins County Board of Represen-
tatives is of the opinion that the public would be better served with a change in
the existing judicial system in Tompkins County, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That it respectfully be recommended by the Tompkins County
Board of Representatives, the New York State Legislature enact necessary legis-
lation that would eliminate the position of one County, Surrogate, and Family
Court Judge and in its place instead create one full time Family Court Judge, such
legislation to be enacted to enable candidates for the November 1977 election to
file for that position.
RESOLUTION NO. 24—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
the Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Con-
struction Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the
following change orders in the following contracts:
SARKISIAN BROTHERS, INC.
Item 1. Change storm pipe and catch basin elevations Add $3,698.00
Item 2. Locating existing underground utilities, providing
backhoe and drills for testing Add 2,418.00
Item 3. Construct concrete curing boxes. Add 223.85
Change Order C-2 Total Add $6,339.85
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MADISON ELECTRIC CO., INC.
Omit all work as materials for relocating existing telephone underground
services at new roadway between apartment house and building #6—
Change Order E-2 Total Deduct $2,460.00
Installed Temporary Roadway Lighting—
Change Order E-3 Total Add $1,426.00
RESOLUTION NO. 25—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS—
SELOVER AVIATION, GORDON CAR & TRUCK
RENTAL, INC. AND THE HERTZ CORPORATION
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after notice required by law on
the following Concession Agreements at the Tompkins County Airport: Selover
Aviation, Gordon Car & Truck Rental, Inc. and the Hertz Corporation, and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on the 14th day of February, 1977, at
9:30 o'clock in the forenoon thereof, discussion was had, 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 execute
said agreements on behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 26—AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH FINAL
DESIGN OF CFR BUILDING—FINANCIAL PLAN
AND NECESSARY APPROPRIATION
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Discussion followed. Ayes -
13. Noes -0. Absent—Representative Haight -1. Excused—Representative Kidney
—1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Engineer, Thomas G. Miller and Architect, Victor Bagnardi were
authorized by Resolution 179-1976 to prepare a preliminary plan for the design
of a crash. fire and rescue building at the airport under 90% FAA funding, 7.5%
NYS DOT funding and 2.5% County funding, and
WHEREAS, the preliminary plans have been completed and reviewed by the
Planning and Public Works Committee, and
WHEREAS, the estimated cost will be $175,000 for site work, $200,000 for the
building, $45,000 for administrative and contingencies and $50,000 for engineering
and architectural service, for a total estimated cost of $470,000, now therefore be
it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the engineer and architect be authorized to proceed with the final
design, specifications and bid documents subject to approval of the preliminary
plans by FAA and NYS DOT,
RESOLVED, further, That the following financial plan be established for said
project: Federal funds $423,000
NYS funds 35,250
County funds 11,750
$470,000
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $11,750 be appropriated from the Air-
port Enterprise Fund Balance to the Airport Capital Construction Account—CFR
Building,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is authorized and di-
rected to temporarily advance from the Airport Enterprise Fund and/or General
Fund of the County of Tompkins funds to Airport Capital Construction Account
pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law of New York.
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RESOLUTION NO. 27—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused
—Representative Kidney -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee in the amount of $457,057.29 to be paid from the Tompkins County Hos-
pital Capital Construction Account are:
Levatich Miller Hoffman PC and
Fred H. Thomas Associates PC
Architects Fee #33 $8,071.00
Reimburseable—Testing Lab 1,940.38
Fee #1—Administrative Area 3,632.20
Moveable equipment #5 6,481.00
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Manager Fee #7 7,795.66
Office Expense 804.37
Personnel 6,648.63
$ 20,124.58
15,248.66
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction #4 278,594.85
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilating, Airconditioning #3 19,710.00
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #4 55,260.00
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric 68,119.20
Total $457,057.29
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized and
directed to pay said claim out of the funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 28—REQUEST TO STATE OF NEW YORK TO CONVEY
STATE INTEREST IN HOSPITAL PREMISES TO
TOMPKINS COUNTY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, by Chapter 452 of the Laws of 1976 of the State of New York,
the State is authorized to convey to the County of Tompkins its remaining right,
title and interest in the land and buildings now known as the Tompkins County
Hospital, formerly the Hermann M. Biggs Memorial Hospital, and
WHEREAS, application for said conveyance must be made by the County to
the Commissioner of General Services of the State of New York with the consent
of the Commissioner of Health and the approval of the Director of the Budget,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That this Board hereby requests the State of New York to convey the remain-
ing interest of the State in the land and buildings known as the Tompkins County
Hospital to the County of Tompkins in accordance with the requirements set forth
in Chapter 452 of the Laws of 1976,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy of
this resolution to the Office of General Services.
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RESOLUTION NO. 29—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE EASEMENT—NEW
YORK STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORPORATION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Board of Managers of the Tomp-
kins County Hospital, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is autho-
rized to execute an easement to the New York State Electric & Gas Corporation
over lands owned by the County for an easement to the new hospital for electric
and gas services. Said right-of-way being shown on the right-of-way map attached
hereto.
RESOLUTION NO. 30—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION ASSOCIATION OF
TOMPKINS COUNTY
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, That
the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute the agree-
ment between the County of Tompkins and the Cooperative Extension Association
of Tompkins County dated January 1, 1977.
RESOLUTION NO. 31—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Human Rights Commission has been renting space
from the Episcopal Church at the rate of $800.00 per annum, and
WHEREAS, the lease with the said church expired December 31, 1976, and
WHEREAS, the Human Rights Commission desires to continue to rent said
space for the year 1977, 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 space
for the office of the Tompkins County Human Rights Commission for the calendar
year 1977, for the sum of $800.00 per annum payable the first of each and every
month during the term of said lease in the amount of $66.66,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized to execute said lease on behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 32—AUDIT OF CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Robey. Ayes -14. Noes—O. Excused—
Representative Kidney -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claim in the amount of $22,661.00 to be paid from
the Capital Construction account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College
are:
Claim No. 107-A—Capital Construction Costs—$22,661.00
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amount be and the same is hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is autho-
rized and directed to pay said claim out of the funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 33-1977 BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
tion Committees, That the following budget adjustments be made:
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Increase Revenue Accounts:
3490 State Aid, Mental Health $90.00
1625.470 Mental Health Contribution, Private Agency 90.00
Increase Appropriation Accounts:
4322.470 Contracted Mental Health Services—
Suicide Prevention $180.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 34—DETOUR—TOWN OF ULYSSES
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has made
known its intention of the reconstruction of Perry City-Trumansburg, SH 5575
(Route 227) in the County of Tompkins, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins
does hereby authorize the New York State Department of Transportation in con-
formance with Article 3, Section 42 of the New York State Highway Law to
utilize the following rcads within the Town of Ulysses, Tompkins County, as a
detour for two-way traffic during the period of construction of the bridge deck
over Botter Creek, BIN 1042100. Beginning at the intersection of Indian Fort Road
and County Road 136; thence northeasterly 6200+ feet along County Road 136 to
the intersection of County Road 136 and Curry Road; the entire two-way traffic
detour, including Town Roads, being a total length of 3.0+ miles in the Town of
Ulysses, Tompkins County, and
RESOLVED, further, That the State of New York will bear the cost of main-
taining the above mentioned roads only during the period of necessity they are to
be used as detours, and the portion of these roads used for the detour will be re-
paired where necessary to re-establish their condition at the time of commence-
ment of the detour.
RESOLUTION NO. 35—AUTHORIZATION FOR PAYMENTS—S.P.C.A.
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted with Representative
Clynes voting no.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration and the
Special Legislative Committees, That pending the final approval of the contract
between the County of Tompkins and the S.P.C.A., that the County Administrator
be and he hereby is directed to pay to the S.P.C.A. on a monthly or other basis as
determined by the County Administrator amounts according to the current budget
with the S.P.C.A., not to exceed the budgetary appropriation.
Permission was granted for the following resolution to be presented:
RESOLUTION NO. 36—INSTRUCTION TO AWARD BID—FINISH
HARDWARE—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. MacNeil. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the instruction to award hid for finish hardware to Kelley Broth-
ers of Elmira, New York, by resolution adopted December 15, 1976, was annulled
by Judgement of the Supreme Court dated January 11, 1977, and
WHEREAS, pursant to said Judgment, the finish hardware was rebid, and
WHEREAS, bids were duly advertised for the finish hardware in accordance
with specifications on file with the architect, and
WHEREAS, Kelley Brothers of Elmira, New York, is the lowest responsible
bidder meeting all specifications with a bid in the amount of $101,000.00, and
WHEREAS, the contract with Sarkisian Brothers, Inc. requires that Sarkisian
February 28, 1977 29
Brothers, Inc. enter into an agreement with said bidder for the furnishing of said
finish hardware, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the architect, That Sarkisian Brothers
be directed to enter into an agreement with Kelley Brothers for the furnishing of
finish hardware in the amount of $101,000.00 in accordance with the contract with
the County and Sarkisian Brothers,
RESOLVED, further, That a change order be executed with Sarkisian Broth-
ers, Inc. crediting the County with an additional amount of $8,488.00.
Chairman MacNeil appointed Representative Haight to the Health Committee
as a liaison to the Board of Health.
Mr. Clynes placed in nomination the name of Ed Levy to serve as Keeper of
the Covered Bridge in Newfield. Upon hearing no further nominations the Chair-
man declared Mr. Levy Keeper of the Covered Bridge.
Mr. Ray introduced Mr. Levy to the Board.
Mr. Webster placed the names of Roger Sovocool and Louis R. Webster on
the table for consideration of reappointment to the Criminal Justice Advisory
Board, at the next meeting.
Mrs. Livesay placed in nomination the name of Neil Orloff to fill a vacancy
from the City of Ithaca Environmental Council on the Tompkins County Environ-
mental Management Board. Upon hearing no further nominations the Chairman
declared Mr. Orloff a member of said committee.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:50 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 28, 1977
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 February 14, 1977 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 the Tompkins County Clerk; Department of Labor sent
memorandum re anticipated expansion of the Titles II and VI Programs; Annual
Report of Southern Tier East Regional Planning and Development Board; Public
Service Commission re application of NYSE&G Case 80002 staff reply to appli-
cant's brief; copies of NYS Association of Counties re "nine New York Counties
as major disaster areas"; resolution of Rockland County to amend Civil Service
Law Section 85 re "Veteran"; Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell sent answers to
Interrogatories in Case 80002—NYSEG Corp.; weekly hospital progress report
from The John W. Cowper Co., Inc.; copy of letter from NYSEG re commercial
customer natural gas allocation; Patrick Foltz, County Historian sent copy of his-
tory of Tompkins County submitted for future printing in "County Conversation-
alist"; letter announcing resignations of Michael Ouckama and Willard C. Schmidt,
M.D. from the Mental Health Board; Memorandum from Region II Federal Re-
gional Council re Equal Employment Affirmative Action; 1976 Annual Report of
the New York State Department of State; Case 80002—NYSEG—Answer to In-
terrogatory and copy of "Cultural Resources Survey of the Proposed Cayuga Site
and Somerset Alternate Site."; notice that Commissioner of Agriculture and Mar-
kets with concurrence of Commissioner of Environmental Conservation has issued
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an emergency order placing quarantine to securely confine dogs to prevent deer
depredation in Tompkins County effective February 23, 1977 to April 16, 1977;
Department of Labor memorandum re Final Regulations: Emergency Jobs Pro-
grams Extension Act of 1976; Case 80002—NYSEG—Answers to Interrogatories;
1976 Annual Report of Senior Citizens' Council, Inc. and resolution of appreciation
to County Board for its support; Department of Labor sent County's subgrant
agreement for CETA Title II Program for February 1 to June 30, 1977 for signa-
ture; NYS Association of Counties sent report of NYS PERB entitled "Manda-
tory/Non-Mandatory Subjects of Negotiations; certificates of Final Equalization
Rates for Villages of Dryden — 53.1, Freeville — 52.13, Groton — 66.65, Cayuga
Heights -55.33, Lansing -48.78 and Trumansburg-52.42; letter from Armand L.
Adams re Route 96 Corridor; executed agreement with Cooperative Extension;
copy of letter from Medical Examiner to C. L. Sprinkle re interviews with two
prospective biochemists; letter and press release from Cornell University Office of
Community Relations re recombinant DNA research; 1976 annual report of the
Office for the Aging; the John W. Cowper Company, Inc. weekly progress report
ending February 18 and minutes of progress meeting no. 21 of February 22; letter
from Bradley E. Long, Chautauqua County Department of Personnel, re Civil
Service Systems Study Committee and requesting views be made known to chair-
man or sub -committee chairman; Resolution of the Tompkins County Environ-
mental Management Council Executive Committee regarding alternate Route 96
North consideration outside the corridor.
Under privilege of the floor Mrs. Pauline Darrett again spoke opposing the
Human Rights Commission.
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said they met and there is
a resolution on the agenda to execute an agreement with Cornell University pro-
viding technical assistance and information services for the Social Services De-
partmentwhich he will withdraw later in the meeting.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said the committee met and there
are resolutions on the agenda dealing with Senior Citizens programs. He said the
Health Department reported that there are some sewage system problems. The
Health Department is aware of the flyash situation at Milliken Station in the
Town of Lansing. There is going to be a review of the entire Sanitary Code in
Tompkins County. There will be a public hearing. There is a resolution for a posi-
tion at the hospital for a new account clerk on the agenda today. The Mental
Health Department is having difficulty filling the position of Director. The com-
mittee approved a request to Mr. Hurlbut, Personnel Commissioner, for a revalua-
tion of the position. He also reported there are two vacancies on the Mental Health
Board.
Mr. Clynes said there are resolutions on the agenda for personnel at the hos-
pital. He said the hospital adopted a plastic ID card. The system will be funded
through the trustees, or if they don't have it, through existing equipment line for
this year's budget.
Mr. Robey said the Mental Health Board feels the position of Director of
Mental Health Services should be Grade 20 because of the difficulties of filling the
position at Grade 19. They voted to ask Mrs. Jane Cullings to be the acting direc-
tor so she would have the authority to make decisions. This has the approval of
the state. They would be paying her at the Grade 19 level until a permanent direc-
tor is found. He said they have had an alcohol coordinator for some years entirely
funded by state funds. At the same time they had a drug coordinator, partially
funded by the county and partially by the state. They had a number of contract
drug and alcohol programs. This whole area is being reconsidered because of state
funding withdrawing in part and the county in the next few years will be asked
to contribute further resources for that entire area. The Economic Opportunity
Corporation is going to be asking for funding for their alcohol program. The
Mental Health Board felt the drug and alcohol programs should be better coordi-
nated in the county and there should probably be eventually one coordinator for
all these kinds of programs.
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Mr. Webster asked if there is a public Health Department policy on com-
plaints of noncompliance and methods of informing the public.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works, met and had a presenta-
tion by Commissioner Robert Wagner of the Social Services Department and Ms.
Susan Clarke, Director of the Office for the Aging, on central information and re-
ferral system and anticipate receiving from them an update on that plan. They
also were informed by John Joubert, Airport Manager, about the increase in
Allegheny service at the airport. They have scheduled interviews for engineering
services on the runway overlay project and also an update on the plan that was
proposed a few years ago about zoning the heating system in the courthouse and
in addition other energy conservation items that might be included in one project.
He said in his conversation with our Congressman there is a possibility that the
president's energy bill may possibly provide some funding for projects of this
nature.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, said the committee met Last
week. Regarding the director of Mental Health Services, the committee is backing
Grade 19. They discussed the creation of position of account clerk at the hospital;
upgrading the position of nurses. They also approved Mr. Hugh Hurlbut's request
to attend the County Officers' meeting. They also discussed the creation of a pro-
bation assistant.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said there
will be appointments to the library Board of Trustees later.
Mrs. Livesay, Chairman, Legislative Committee, said the committee meetings
will be held the Tuesday following board meetings. She announced that the Re-
gional Conference of the Supervisors' and County Legislators' Association will be
held here March 31. The Municipal Officials' Association will be meeting and the
program is the dog control situation. She and Bill Brothers are trying to get the
extended contract in operation. They will have appointments to make to the En-
vironmental Management Council. She said there is a resolution from the Environ-
mental Management Council supporting Armand Adams' Route 96 proposal. The
committee decided the best way they can accomplish something on the various
legislative things that will be coming before them is to appoint subcommittees of
citizens who can spend time to dig into some of these problems. At the chairman's
request, they have been looking into the 4D mandates in the Social Services De-
partment. She attended a meeting in Binghamton regarding the social services
cuts in the governor's budget.
Mr. Theisen read a letter from Mrs. Erneste Cottrell who retired from the
Human Rights Commission after many years of service, expressing her thanks for
the resolution of appreciation.
Mrs. Benson, Health Alliance, said they met and are making progress.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Correction, said the committee met
February 25th and considered the bids on the Sheriff's cars. They also discussed
population problems at the jail. They are overcrowded and have some inmates at
the Schuyler County Jail.
Mr. Webster said the Southern Tier East Regional Planning Crime Advisory
Board is engaged in a multi -county regional study for a detention facility which
would include Tompkins County. There is a possibility if this were to come about,
of using it as a model for regional or multi -county facility to be federally funded.
Mr. Haight said there is room to build six more cells at the jail. The cost
would be about $100,000 and they don't feel this would answer the problem because
more than six cells are needed.
Mr. Culligan noted there are $10,000 worth of plans to build a city/county
jail. The plan was turned clown several years ago. Mr. Dates said if the plans were
32 February 28, 1977
not used the city was to reimburse the county a percentage of the cost which has
not been done.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, said Mr.
Thomas Payne, Director of Assessment, and the Assessment Department and the
Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee will have a seminar on assessing
next week. There will be meetings to let elected officials and landowners know how
their property is assessed and answer questions about assessing.
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, brought the board up-to-date on the in-
surance problems. The county contracted with Mayper Company to update the in-
surance. The Budget and Administration Committee discussed the approval to
proceed with an inventory and appraisal of the contents of the buildings. As far
as the buildings themselves are concerned, they feel they have current, adequate
information. A representative of the insurance company and the Assessment De-
partment agree on the total value of each building. The cost is $4700 as an initial
item and if continued on an annual update it is $470 per year. They would like to
explore the insurance accounts first to see if they have adequate funds and hope-
fully they will be able to come up with adequate funds within the current accounts
to cover the cost of this item.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, reported they are still awaiting a decision
on improper practice charge.
Mr. MacNeil said he received a letter from the Executive Committee of the
Environmental Management Council which he will respond to regarding the pro-
posed coal-fired plant in the Town of Lansing. He also said the Board of Managers
has been considering the management of the hospital and he will send a memo of
understanding to the Health Committee and the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee for their consideration and amendment, and hopefully it could be forwarded
to the Board of Managers within the next two weeks. He said he and Mr. Clynes
have been attending energy meetings regarding shortage of energy and impact on
our community. There is a booklet available from NYSE&G that shows how to
cut down on energy and save money on fuel bills.
Mr. MacNeil said regarding the Route 96 corridor the Town of Ithaca, City of
Ithaca and County of Tompkins planners have met many long hours and repeat-
edly investigated many different alternatives and plans. If anyone has an interest
in reviewing plans, they can get them from the Planning Department.
Mrs. Livesay said the Environmental Management Council believes if the total
community were to be behind a change in the corridor, there would not be a four
to five year delay, which they are being told by the state that a change in the cor-
ridor would cause. She thinks they are asking the board to take the leadership in
getting this together to commit the planners to take a serious look at that more
northerly route that is being proposed.
Mr. MacNeil said he will ask Mr. Frank Liguori and Mr. Van Cort to meet
with the Environmental Management Council and review again the progress they
have made and the alternate route to be investigated.
Permission was granted for resolutions pertaining to contract with Cornell
University, authorization to execute agreement for the Office for the Aging for
space be withdrawn, and add resolutions authorizing application to FAA and
NYSDOT for airport improvement projects, and authorization to continue SPCA
contract.
RESOLUTION NO. 37—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE MOTOROLA
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and di-
February 28, 1977 33
rected to execute a maintenance agreement on behalf of the County for equipment
for the Fire and Disaster Coordinator. copy of which is on file with the Clerk of
the Board, for one year commencing April 1, 1977 through March 31, 1978, with
Motorola Communications & Electronics, Inc.
RESOLUTION NO. 38—CREATION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That one position of Account Clerk Typist (05-01) labor grade V, competitive
class, be created effective immediately, said position was not budgeted in the 1977
Budget, sufficient monies in Hospital Personal Services (C-4510.100) to cover said
position.
RESOLUTION NO. 39—ABOLISH AND CREATE 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 Stenographer (05-09) labor grade V, competitive
class be abolished effective immediately and that one position of Typist (04-09)
labor grade IV, competitive class be created effective immediately.
RESOLUTION NO. 40—ABOLISH AND CREATE POSITIONS—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That three positions of Senior Nurse (12-24), labor grade XII, competitive class,
be abolished effective immediately and that three positions of Head Nurse (13-09)
labor grade XIII, competitive class, be created effective immediately. Sufficient
funds in Hospital Personal Services Account (C-4510.100) to cover increased sal-
aries.
RESOLUTION NO. 41—DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING—
LOCAL LAW NO. 1-1977
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Miller.' Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee,
That the Board of Representatives will hold a public hearing on proposed Local
Law No. 1-1977 in the Board of Representatives' Chambers, Courthouse, Ithaca,
New York, on the 14th day of March, 1977 at 9:45 o'clock in the forenoon thereof,
authorizing amendment to Local Law No. 1-1976, that pursuant to Section 115
(a) of the Agriculture and Markets Law, any owner of a dog who shall neglect to
confine the dog as required by Orders made pursuant to said section shall be sub-
ject to a penalty of $25.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 42—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is autho-
rized to execute with the Federal Aviation Administration on behalf of the County
a contract for the installation, maintenance and operation of a visual approach
slope indicator to serve Runway 14 at the Tompkins County Airport.
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RESOLUTION NO. 43—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
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 a contract with the Soil Conservation District for the year 1977. Said
contract shall provide to the Soil Conservation District for services as requested a
total amount not to exceed $5,000.00, payable quarterly.
RESOLUTION NO. 44—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
SCHUYLER COUNTY (PHYSICALLY
HANDICAPPED CHILDREN)
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. 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 physi-
cally handicapped children case referrals on behalf of Schuyler County on a fee
basis of $5.00 per authorization for each case handled.
RESOLUTION NO. 45—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN—OFFICE FOR THE
AGING
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Culligan. It was Moved by Mr. Dates,
seconded by Mr. Ray, That an amendment be made in the third Whereas to put in
"Chairman of the Board" to execute agreements instead of the Director. Discus-
sion followed and it was Moved by Mrs. Benson, seconded by Mr. Dates, That this
resolution be TABLED until the next meeting. Motion to Table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 46—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
SALVATION ARMY CORP.
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute a contract with the
Salvation Army Corp. for the Tompkins County Nutrition for the Elderly Program
for the year 1977 which will provide a total payment from the County not to ex-
ceed $13,419.00.
RESOLU'T'ION NO. 47—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
TOMPKINS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS COUNCIL,
INC.
Moved by Mr. MacNeil, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is authorized to execute a
contract with the Tompkins County Senior Citizens Council, Inc. for Retired Sen-
ior Volunteer Program for the year 1977 which will provide a total payment from
the County of Tompkins not to exceed $2,440.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 48—AUTHORIZATION TO CONTINUE S.P.C.A.
CONTRACT
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Discussion took place. Reso-
lution adopted.
February 28, 1977 35
WHEREAS, the County has not finalized a contract with the S.P.C.A. for the
year 1977, and
WHEREAS, the County wishes to continue the 1976 contract with the S.P.C.A.
in accordance with the 1977 budget until the 1977 contract is finalized, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee,
That terms of the 1976 contract with the S.P.C.A. be and the same is continued
pending finalization of the 1977 contract with the S.P.C.A. in accordance with 1977
budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 49—AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO FAA AND
NYSDOT FOR AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins does desire to make certain improve-
ments at the Tompkins County Airport, including the following:
Project Estimated Total Cost
CFR Building $ 470,000
Terminal Building Expansion 90,000
Snow Removal Equipment 120,000
Obstruction Removal 16,000
Rehabilitate Runway 14-32 2,500,000
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has indicated their intention
to program the above projects with 90% grants for all projcets except the termi-
nal building expansion which will be a 50% grant, and
WHEREAS, the NYS Department of Transportation will consider a grant up
to 75% of the local share, and
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has earmarked funds to ac-
complish this development with the understanding that the County of Tompkins
will commit its future emplanement monies through fiscal year 1980 to support
the projects, and
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has invited the County of
Tompkins to submit a Pre -Application for said projects, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to submit
applications to the Federal Aviation Administration and NYS Department of
Transportation for the above projects.
RESOLUTION NO. 50—AWARD OF BID—SHERIFF'S CARS
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Ray. Discussion followed. It was
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Dates, That this resolution be amended to
appropriate $444 for the purchase of the 440 CID engine for each vehicle. A
lengthy discussion took place. Amendment adopted. A roll call on the amended
resolution resulted as follows: Ayes—Dates, Haight, Holden, Ray, Kidney, Live -
say, Miller (Abstained), Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, Benson, Clynes, Culli-
gan, MacNeil -15. Noes -0. Resolution as amended adopted. (On motions to adopt
the February 28 minutes at the meetings of March 14 and March 28, it was re-
quested to let the record show that the Public Safety and Corrections Committee
recommended the 400 engine and the Budget and Administration Committee did
not recommend the 440 CID engine but it was an amendment from the floor.)
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has duly advertised for bids for five
automobiles with certain specifications, including air-conditioning, for use by the
Sheriff's Department, and
WHEREAS, William T. Pritchard, Inc. of Ithaca, New York, is the lowest
responsible bidder for five vehicles with 440 CID engines to be used by the Sher-
iff's Department with a net bid of $21,443.77, including trade-ins on five used ve-
hicles, now therefore be it
36 February 28, 1977
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections and
Budget and Administration Committees, That the aforementioned bid as set forth
above be and the same hereby is accepted and the Sheriff be and he hereby is au-
thorized to complete said transaction on behalf of the County.
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $444.00 be appropriated from the Con-
tingent Fund (Code A1990) to Sheriff's Department (Code A3110.200),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is di-
rected to make said appropriations on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 51—AWARD OF BID—HEALTH DEPARTMENT CARS
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Mr. Culligan said it was the
Health Committee's recommendation that these cars receive a top grade under-
coating. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has duly advertised for bids for three
automobiles with certain specifications for use by the Health Department, and
WHEREAS, Bill Zikakis Chevrolet, Inc., of Ithaca, New York is the lowest
responsible bidder meeting all specifications for three passenger vehicles to be
used by the Health Department with a net bid, including one trade-in of $9,149.54,
WHEREAS, Dobbins Auto Parts, Inc., of Adams, New York, has submitted a
bid on two used Health Department vehicles in the amount of $300.00. now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
tion Committees, That the aforementioned bids for the purchase of said vehicles
and sale of two used vehicles as set forth above be and the same hereby are ac-
cepted, and the Commissioner of Health be and hereby is authorized to complete
transactions on behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 52—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Mr. Haight made a correction
of a name on an indigent defender bill. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—Representa-
tive Kidney -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $ 82,953.54
Encumbrances 5,119.43
County Self Insurance 16.00
Dog Fund 15.85
Printing Transfers 3,961.51
Airport 20,529.07
Highway 232,142.77
Total $344,738.17
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 the names of Roger Sovocool and Louis R. Webster in
nomination for reappointment to the Criminal Justice Advisory Board for three-
year terms. Said term shall expire December 31, 1979. Upon hearing no further
nominations the chairman declared Mr. Sovocool and Mr. Webster members of the
Criminal Justice Advisory Board.
Mr. Webster laid the names of 5Ir. Frank Hammer and Ms. Jeanette Hanford
on the table for consideration of appointment to the Criminal Justice Advisory
Board at the next meeting.
March 14, 1977 37
Mrs. Livesay placed in nomination the name of Carl Burgess for appointment
to the Environmental Management Council. Upon hearing no further nominations
the chairman declared Mr. Burgess a member of the Environmental Management
Council.
Mr. Theisen laid on the table for consideration of appointment at the next
meeting the name of Ms. Pauline Satterly and Mr. Richard Flaville to the Library
Board of Trustees.
Mr. Haight said the Sheriff received a letter from the Newfield School thank-
ing the Sheriff's Department for their prompt response which led to the recovery
of the stolen musical instruments.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11:59 a.m.
PUBLIC HEARING
MARCH 14, 1977
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 9:45 a.m. and he read the
notice as it appeared in the official newspapers.
LOCAL LAW NO. 1-1977
AMENDMENT TO LOCAL LAW NO. 1-1976
BE IT ENACTED by the Board of Representatives of the County of Tomp-
kins as follows:
Section 1. Section 2 of Local Law No. 1 adopted for the year, 1976, shall be
amended to read as follows: "Any owner of a dog who shall neglect
to confine the dog as required by an Order made pursuant to Sec-
tion 115 of the Agriculture and Markets Law shall be subject to a
penalty of $10.00. Any owner of a dog who shall neglect to confine
the dog as required by Orders made pursuant to Section 115 (a) of
the Agriculture and Markets Law shall be subject to a penalty of
$25.00."
Section 2. This local law shall be effective immediately.
Mrs. Livesay explained the reason for this is because of complications in Ag-
riculture and Markets Law. Section 115 and 115 (a) calls for two different penal-
ties under the law. This is to bring our local law in conformance with the Agricul-
ture and Markets Law in New York State.
Mr. Bill Brothers, S.P.C.A., said there are two laws restricting dogs from
running loose—the night quarantine for $10.00 fine and the $25.00 fine applies to
the 24 hour quarantine which is in effect from February 22 to April 16.
Mr. Jim Caslick from Newfield spoke. He said he contacted the Department of
Agriculture and Markets who replied these emergency orders do not prohibit a
dog from being free on its owner's property during the time of the order. He re-
quested the publicity given to the order be accurate.
The public hearing was closed at 9:55 a.m.
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REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 14, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: Representatives -12. Excused—Representatives Haight, Ray, Miller
—3.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chairman asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes
of February 28, 1977. Mr. Theisen asked that a correction be made and the name
of Pauline Satterly be put in instead of Alice Young, where he laid names on the
table for consideration of appointment to the Library Board of Trustees. Permis-
sion was granted.
Mrs. Livesay said regarding Resolution No. 50—Award of Bid—Sheriff's Cars,
she would like the minutes to show that the recommendation of the Public Safety
Committee was to stay within the budgeted amount and the recommendation for
appropriating the extra money came from the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee. The Chairman referred this to the Clerk for clarification by the next board
meeting.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Answers and objections to Interrogatories Case 80002 NYSE&G Cayuga Sta-
tion, ruling on staff motions; NYS Department of Environmental Conservation re
availability of flood insurance in Tompkins County; copy of letter from Joel Rob-
inson, NYS Department of Labor re Balance of State advisory groups may be
formed locally; Department of Labor memorandums re maintenance of effort and
use of CETA funds for rehires and also clarification of the Emergency Jobs Pro-
gram Extension Act of 1976 Section 3 (A) (1) and (2) and Part B; copy of letter
of thanks from Wyoming County Department of Highways to Tompkins County
for their assistance during the recent blizzard; copy of Bill No. A2388 (S1955) to
amend election law establishing political calendar; copy of a letter from NYS De-
partment of Civil Service estimating health insurance appears to indicate mini-
mal increase, if any, through June 1978; executed copies of change orders (Res.
No. 24-1977) with Sarkisian Brothers and Madison Electric on County Hospital
Construction; John W. Cowper Company sent minutes of coordinating meeting of
February 28, weekly progress report of February 25 and monthly progress report
of February re Tompkins County Hospital Construction; Bulletin Vol. 3, No. 3 of
Human Services Coalition; Pistol Permits for February totaled $127.00; letter
from Chamber of Commerce thanking Board for approving Real Property Tax In-
centive Plan; Copy of a letter from Commissioner of Public Works to NYSE&G
Area Market Service Manager re Highway Department facility gas curtailment
account; executed memorandum of agreement between Cornell University and Co-
operative Extension Association of Tompkins County; 1976 Annual Report of Co-
operative Extension Association; notice from Secretary of Treasury of Revenue
Sharing actual use report 7 being recorded 2/3/77; copy of a letter to the Editor
of Ithaca Journal from Mrs. Jane Pearsall re Route 96 Corridor; Department of
Audit and Control sent copy of letter to Treasurer re quarterly statement of
county charges re justice court funds; memorandum from Department of Labor re
recommended newspaper notice—Title IV Projects and Activities; copy of letter to
Harris Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, re contract with
Cornell—Harold Shippee; copy of letter from Anne Davis, Trustee, Village of
Lansing to Board of Elections re new state election law; NYSE&G Case 80002—
Cayuga Station further rulings on prehearing conference issues; letter from De-
partment of Labor that Karl P. Wokan will contact county re monitoring schedule.
The review will include all components of Titles I, II, VI; Department of Social
Services monthly statistical report; executed amendment to the Memorandum of
Agreement between Cooperative Extension and Cornell University; copy of a let-
ter from Environmental Management Council coordinator stating that Ithaca
March 14, 1977 39
High student Lorin Kane was voted on to represent youth on the council and asked
for Board of Representatives appointment; 1976 annual reports of the Sheriff,
Library, Human Rights Commission and Southern Tier East, Resource Planning
and Development Board; John W. Cowper Company weekly progress report March
4 and minutes March 7; memo from NYS Association of Counties re extension of
Public Works Bill; memo from Department of Labor re Title III Summer Program
for 1977.
Under privilege of the floor, Mrs. Pauline Darrett spoke in opposition to the
Human Rights Commission.
Mrs. Betty 0. Muka spoke under privilege of the floor and said that since the
Board had failed to act on her complaints against county officials, she intended to
subpoena every Board member to appear March 28.
Chairman MacNeil said a process server should ask his permission.
Mr. Robey asked for a ruling from the County Attorney whether subpoenas
can be given to public bodies while in deliberations.
Mr. George Pfann, Assistant County Attorney, said if the Chairman wishes
to deny granting someone the privilege of going around during the meeting, he
has the right to do that.
Mr. Webster stated much time has passed since Mrs. Pauline Darrett has been
bringing complaints about the Human Rights Commission to this board. He said
there were meetings with her on two occasions to discuss this situation.
Various committees reported as follows:
Mr. Robert Wagner, Commissioner of Social Services, reported on the IV -D
Program. He said Title IV -D of the Federal Social Security Act entitled "Child
Support and Establishment of Paternity" became law in January 1975, effective
August 1, 1975. Between August 1975 and December 1976 the NYS Department
of Social Services kept issuing changes, updates, interim procedures. In December
1976 they received the final draft and regulations and were required to move ahead
with implementation. The major provisions of the program include: Establishment
of a separate IV -D Unit or organization to conduct this business; requires that
the client assigns to the Department of Social Services all child support rights;
support payments to be made directly to Department of Social Services with full
public assistance grants then being given to eligible recipients; requires coopera-
tion of applicant client in establishment of paternity, location of absent parent and
obtaining support. The federal government will reimburse 75%. The presentation
was presented to the Social Services Committee. The Social Services Department
will be doing everything with the exception of actual collection of the money. Col-
lection will be made at the Probation Department in their Support Bureau. The
Social Services Department will be receiving the support monies from Probation
and entering into their accounts. The Department will have monitoring functions
and initiate "violation" actions to get the case back in Family Court. Seventy-five
per cent of all the costs will be federally reimbursed and the balance will be split
121/2 per cent state and 121/2 per cent local. As a further incentive for counties to
participate in the IV -D Program the federal government has changed the method
to handle the recovery of support payments, a greater portion of the monies col-
lected may now be retained by the county. Seventy-five per cent reimbursement
also covers the Probation and court costs attributable to IV -D. At this time Pro-
bation is collecting for 250 to 300 IV -D cases. It is expected when the Social Serv-
ices Department 1V -D Unit is fully operational, there will be another 250 cases
for a total of 500 to 550 cases.
Mr. Webster suggested perhaps getting the Public Safety and Corrections,
Social Services, Personnel Committees together with the department heads that
would be affected to further study the needs and report back to the board.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said they will meet tomorrow
40 March 14, 1977
with hospital administration and also the Mental Health Department. There are
two vacancies on the Mental Health Board. The staff of Mental Health wants to
form an advisory committee.
Mrs. Benson, Health Services Alliance, said they are considering alternative
plans.
Mr. Clynes read for the minutes the Planning and Public Works Committee
report of March 3. They interviewed a selected list of applicants for the role of
consulting engineer on the airport runway project. Federal officials have requested
a conference this month with the selected engineer. The committee recommends
T. G. Miller PC be retained and will submit a resolution to this effect at the ap-
propriate time. Upon recommendation of Commissioner Stevenson, the proposal
for zoning of the heating system in the courthouse was reopened. Discussion was
held with Roger Wadsworth of the firm of Personius and Wadsworth which did
the original documents. In the original consideration in 1972 ( ?) the project was
turned down on the basis that a $900.00 annual saving in fuel did not warrant a
capital investment of $36,000.00. In the light of today's energy conservation needs
and energy costs the committee felt a reexamination was advisable. An update will
be broadened to include window modifications, ceiling insulation and any other
possibilities for energy reduction. Since there is a common service to three build-
ings, namely the two courthouses and the County Jail, the update will include all
three buildings. The cost involved is not to exceed $1,000.00 and will have to be
appropriated when billing is rendered. The committee is hopeful that in the im-
mediate future, funding other than local may be available for a project of this
nature.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, said they met regarding CETA.
They are anticipating more funds. He believes there is work being done to try to
find out from the state whether the Mental Health Director position could be re-
written and not affect state aid. The Personnel Committee decided on Grade 19.
Mr. Watros, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they met and
drafted a resolution concerning county/library relations which is on today's agen-
da. He said he would like them to consider the appointment of Clinton Cotterill
from the Town of Dryden to the Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee
later in the meeting.
Mrs. Livesay, Chairman, Special Legislative Committee, said an active study
subcommittee is looking into the Agriculture and Markets Law on dog control.
They will be moving ahead and hope to make a recommendation to the state soon.
She has been meeting with the Chamber of Commerce and identified areas that
the chamber and committee and other individuals in town that are interested could
work on. One is business incentive legislation, another is problems of minimum
wage and child labor laws that could affect youth entering labor force and business
facilities use of untrained and unskilled young people for various jobs. Laws are
now so stringent they think it is hurting local businesses and young people in the
community. They hope to form a committee to look into that. They have had two
requests from other counties for legislation—one regarding extending advantages
that are given to New York State Veterans under Civil Service law to veterans
who did not live in New York State before they went into the service. It is the
committee's decision because of the unemployment problems in New York State,
while they are in sympathy with not discriminating against them just because they
lived in New York State before they went into the service, perhaps this is not the
right time to invite veterans in from other states. Another was requesting the
board to pass resolution requesting restoration of Division for Youth funding that
has been cut from the Governor's budget, which is on the agenda today. At tomor-
row's Committee meeting they will be dealing with the area of welfare reform.
Regarding the IV -D Program, since several committees will be looking into it, her
committee will hold up their decision.
Mr. Theisen reported the Environmental Management Council asked him to
convey to the board that they are considering the possibility of use of abandon-
March 14, 1977 41
ment railroad rights-of-way for bicycle and recreational use. They are still inves-
tigating. He urged board members to read the Human Rights Commission Annual
Report and the Library Annual Report.
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, updated the board on Conrail. Conrail
has acquired the line which runs to Milliken Station from Lehigh Valley Railroad.
They acquired it as of April 1, 1976. They acquired it in a manner which said they
become responsible for taxes only as of that date. Everything prior to that date
which has been unpaid, remains unpaid and will probably only be settled through
litigation with Lehigh Valley Railroad through brankruptcy procedures. They have
held on the books the unpaid taxes for 1976 for towns, county and school districts.
Conrail has proposed setting up a trust fund into which they will pay their taxes
after April 1. Municipalities involved must set up some kind of procedure which
will say contrary to their current procedure that they will accept less than full
payment in full wipe off of the taxes after April 1. This involves many municipali-
ties in New York State so the county attorney will be contacting the attorney gen-
eral to see what the county has to do to agree to accept this money. There will
probably have to be a state ruling or action by this board to agree to accept the
1976 portion of the taxes due from April 1, 1976.
Mr. Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, said the work has been go-
ing on because of the good weather. There are several change orders on the agenda
today. Reports of all meetings are on file with the clerk.
Chairman MacNeil noted the clerk has a copy of the union contract. It looks
like there may be a contract in the near future. He also said there is a dinner
meeting this evening to start off Space Odyssey Week.
RESOLUTION NO. 53—ADOPTION OF LOCAL LAW NO. 1-1977
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted with Representa-
tives Clynes, MacNeil casting dissenting votes.
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after notice required by law on
Local Law No. 1-1977 authorizing the Tompkins County Society for the Preven-
tion of Cruelty to Animals to seize and impound dogs in violation of Orders of the
Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets under Section 115 shall be subject to a
penalty of $10.00 and under Section 115-a of the Agriculture and Markets Law
shall be subject to a penalty of $25.00 whenever Orders of the Commissioner are
in effect, and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on the 14th day of March, 1977, at
9:45 o'clock in the morning thereof, no one appeared in opposition to said Local
Law No. 1-1977, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, That
said Local Law No. 1-1977 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 certi-
fied copies with the Secretary of State.
RESOLUTION NO. 54—COUNTY/LIBRARY RELATIONS
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Watros. Mrs. Ormondroyd from the
Library Board of Trustees said one of the problems they have is not knowing who
is in charge and not knowing who has the authority to make decisions. She urged
action as soon as possible. Mr. Robey said the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee has looked at this for at least six months. He thinks it represents a work-
able relationship. He urged the passage of this resolution. Further discussion took
place and Mr. Dates felt more time is needed to digest this information. It was
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Kidney, that this resolution be tabled until
42 March 14, 1977
April. Motion to table adopted with Representatives Webster and Robey casting
dissenting votes. Chairman MacNeil asked in tabling this that the committee that
is going to study this look into the question of continuity of administration of the
library.
RESOLUTION NO. 55—REQUEST TO LEGISLATURE TO RESTORE
COMMUNITY YOUTH SERVICES AND
RECREATION FUNDS, IN THE 1977-1978
NEW YORK STATE BUDGET
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Discussion followed. Resolu-
tion adopted with Representatives Dates, Holden, Clynes, MacNeil casting dissent-
ing votes.
WIIEREAS, the New York State Division for Youth has provided matching
funds for community youth services and recreation programs in Tompkins County,
and
WHEREAS, the availability of youth services, recreation and community
leisure time activities for our young people during their important formative
years are serving to help build character in youth, and
WHEREAS, these timely available youth services activities are an important
and valuable aid in preventing juvenile delinquency, and
WHEREAS, community programs are in need of expansion rather than cur-
tailment in our communities, and
WHEREAS, Governor Carey has recommended severe and crippling reduc-
tions in these funds for youth development and delinquency prevention which will
most assuredly affect local governments capacity to serve the needs and problems
of our youth before they escalate into actual and costly delinquency which is irra-
tional and impractical in both human and fiscal terms as evidenced by the present
cost of $25,000 per year per youth for delinquency institutional care, and in the
high recidivism rates of that institutional care, with half of such costs being paid
by local government and half by the state, and
WHEREAS, the proposed changes in the technical language of the governor's
bill as it relates to local assistance to municipalities for youth programs will cause
the curtailment of programs already approved by the division and will prevent ex-
pansion of our community youth programs not only in this fiscal year but for
years to come, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives, upon rec-
ommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, recommends that these funds
be restored, and
RESOLVED, further, That the New York State Legislature restore to the
1977-1978 state budget, Division for Youth local assistance funds at least to the
level of the last two fiscal years, namely, $16,369,000, and
RESOLVED, further, That the proposed changes resulting from the technical
language of the governor's proposed budget bill be rejected and that the original
language as imposed in the 1976-1977 adopted budget remain in effect and un-
changed, and
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies of this resolution be forwarded to
Governor Hugh L. Carey, Senator William T. Smith, Assemblyman Gary A. Lee.
RESOLUTION NO. 56—AWARD OF BID—LIGHTING—LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Discussion followed. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has duly advertised for bids
for lighting at the Tompkins County Library, and
WHEREAS, Madison Electric Co., Inc. of Ithaca, New York is the lowest re-
sponsible bidder meeting all specifications with a base bid in the amount of
$55,190.00, less acceptance of Alternate 4 for substitute equivalent fixtures making
a deduction of $7,000.00 for a net bid of $48,190.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
March 14, 1977 43
mittee, That the bid of Madison Electric Co., Inc. in the net bid of $48,190.00 tak-
ing into consideration the acceptance of Alternate 4 be and the same hereby is
accepted and the Chairman of the Board is hereby authorized and directed to exe-
cute a contract with the said Madison Electric Co., Inc.,
RESOLVED, further, That the financial plan for said contract shall be deter-
mined by a later resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 57—APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS—LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Mr. Clynes said the Planning
and Public Works Committee has not met regarding this resolution. Ayes—Repre-
sentatives Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, Benson,
Clynes, Culligan, Dates, MacNeil -12. Noes—O. Excused—Representatives Haight,
Ray, Miller -3. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Commit-
tee and the Budget and Administration Committee, That the amount of $2,867.23
be appropriated from the Library Fund Balance to the following accounts:
Code L7410.200 $1,300.00
Code L7410.300 1,567.23 $2,867.23
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is au-
thorized to make said appropriation on his books.
At this time the board voted to hold an executive session to obtain information
regarding the board's rights on being served subpoenas by a process server. An
executive session was held. The assistant county attorney advised Board members
what a subpoena is and how it can be served.
The regular meeting was reconvened at 11:35 a.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 58—AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH DESIGN OF
OF REHABILITATION OF RUNWAY 14-32—
FINANCIAL PLAN AND NECESSARY
APPROPRIATION
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Discussion followed. Ayes—
Representatives Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, Ben-
son, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, MacNeil -12. Noes—O. Excused—Representatives
Haight, Ray, Miller -3. Adopted.
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 49 adopted February 28 this Board approved
the submission of an application to the FAA and NYS DOT for the project to re-
habilitate Runway 14-32 in the total estimated cost of $2,500,000, and
WHEREAS, the funding of said project will be 90'% FAA, 7.5'/ NYS DOT,
and 2.5% County, and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee has interviewed engi-
neers to provide the necessary engineering design, and
WHEREAS, T. G. Miller, P.C., has been selected the engineer for the County
for said project, 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 a contract with T. G. Miller, P.C., Engineers and Surveyors of Ithaca,
New York, for the engineering design required for said project,
RESOLVED, further, That fees up to the maximum of $100,000 are hereby
authorized to be paid to the engineer for the required engineering design services
for the rehabilitation of Runway 14-32,
RESOLVED, further, That the following financial plan be established for said
engineering contract:
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Federal Funds $90,000
NYS Funds 7,500
County Funds 2,500 $100,000
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $2,500 be appropriated from the Air-
port Enterprise Fund Balance to the Airport Capital Construction Account—Re-
habilitate Runway 14-32,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is authorized and di-
rected to temporarily advance from the Airport Enterprise Fund and/or General
Fund of the County of Tompkins funds to Airport Capital Construction Account
pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law of New York.
RESOLUTION NO. 59—CONSENT TO ASSIGNMENT OF CONTRACT
JORGENSEN & KANDT ASSOCIATES
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, there has been a dissolution of their partnership, and
WHEREAS, Anne Kandt is the sole remaining person in the firm of Jorgen-
sen & Kandt Associates, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to their agreement of dissolution the said Anne Kandt
will continue with the contract dated July 12, 1976 between Tompkins County and
Jorgensen & Kandt Associates contingent, however, upon the approval of the
Board of Representatives of Tompkins County, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Chairman of the Planning and Public
Works Committee, That this Board hereby consents to the assignment of the con-
tract between the County of Tompkins and Jorgensen & Kandt Associates to Anne
Kandt and the continuance of said contract with the said assignee, effective im-
mediately.
RESOLUTION NO. 60—REQUESTING CITY OF ITHACA TO CONSIDER
SEPTAGE DISPOSAL FACILITIES AT THE
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS TO THE CITY WASTE
WATER TREATMENT PLANT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Robey. Discussion followed. Adopted.
WHEREAS, approximately 42'4 of the people of Tompkins County do rely on
the use of on-site septic tank systems as a means of sewage disposal and only
about 51/4 of the land area of the county is served by public sewerage systems, and
WHEREAS, based upon best projections available, by the year 2000 less than
7c/ of the land area of the county will be provided with public sewers and 37' of
the people must still rely on the use of septic tank systems, and
WHEREAS, the septic sludge (septage) generated by these systems must be
periodically removed from the system for subsequent disposal, and
WHEREAS, the present methods of disposal on land has a potential for fre-
quent nuisances, pollution of land and the waters of the county, and hazards to the
health of people, and
WHEREAS, the County Board of Health has expressed concern over the in-
creasing difficulties of development, location and maintenance of acceptable land
disposal areas, and
WHEREAS, improved long range disposal of septage is within the best inter-
est of the county as a whole, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Representatives is currently negotiating with the
Village of Cayuga Heights for the provision of septage handling facilities at the
village waste water treatment plant as a near -range solution to the problems of
septage disposal, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca, together with other municipalities, is consid-
ering major improvements to the Ithaca City waste water treatment plant, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
March 14, 1977 45
mittee, That the City of Ithaca consider the design of septage handling facilities
as part of the long range improvements with the understanding that the County
Board of Representatives will participate in the program to insure no added direct
costs to the City of Ithaca and other municipalities and organizations participat-
ing in the construction, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Planning and Public Works Committee shall
periodically report on the progress of the design of septage facilities, and
RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the City
of Ithaca, Town of Ithaca, Town of Dryden, County Administrator, Commissioner
of Public Works, Commissioner of Planning, and the Commissioner of NYS De-
partment of Environmental Conservation.
RESOLUTION NO. 61—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Ayes—Representatives Hol-
den, Kidney, Livesay, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, Benson, Clynes, Culligan,
Dates, MacNeil -12. Noes—O. Excused—Representatives Haight, Ray, Miller -3.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construction Account are:
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Manager Fee #8 $8,424.68
Office Expense 821.50
Personnel 7,977.94
Levatich Miller Hoffman PC
Fred H. Thomas Associates PC
Architect Fee #34
Reirnburseables—testing lab
Movable Equipment #6
$7,930.00
1,589.75
4,761.00
$ 17,224.12
14,280.75
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilating, Airconditioning #4 70,560.00
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #5 61,920.00
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric #5 38,183.40
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction #5 424,820.00
Rural News—Advertising 23.94
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 62—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
the Construction Manager, the Architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts:
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Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
Item 1—Revise framing +$ 775.00
Item 2—Foundation change at electric
Substation + 680.00
Item 3—Void change order C-1 Hardware + 68,512.00
Change Order C-3—Add $69,967,00
Item 1—Delete Louvers — 115.00
Item 2—Hardware Allowance — 77,000.00
Change Order C-4—Deduct $77,115.00
RESOLUTION NO. 63—INSTRUCTION TO AWARD BID—METAL
CASEWORK—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins has duly advertised for bids for metal
casework for use in the construction of the Tompkins County Hospital, and
WHEREAS, Hamilton Industries, a Division of American Hospital Supply
Corporation of Two Rivers, Wisconsin acting through their authorized representa-
tive Howard F. Spencer Associates of Solvay, New York, is the lowest responsible
bidder for furnishing and installing metal casework in accordance with specifica-
tions in the total amount of $193,824.00, said amount being comprised of a base
bid of $191,654.00 plus adding Alternate I in the amount of $2,170.00 (glass front
wall instead of metal doors), now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee and
the Architects, That this Board hereby instructs Sarkisian Brothers to enter into
an agreement with Hamilton Industries, a Division of American Hospital Supply
Corporation of Two Rivers, Wisconsin through their authorized representative
Howard F. Spencer Associates of Solvay, New York, for the furnishing and in-
stalling of metal casework in accordance with contract documents.
RESOLVED, further, That a change order be executed with Sarkisian Broth-
ers in the additional amount of $38,824.00.
Mr. Webster placed in nomination the names of Mr. Frank Hammer and
Jeanette Hanford to serve on the Criminal Justice Advisory Board. Upon hearing
no further nominations, the Chairman declared Mr. Hammer and Ms. Hanford
members of said Board.
Mr. Webster laid the names of Jeffrey Bishop and Nancie Zane on the table
for consideration of appointment at the next meeting to the Criminal Justice Ad-
visory Board.
Mr. Theisen placed in nomination to the Library Board of Trustees the names
of Pauline Satterly to replace Mrs. Donald Cahill who resigned. The term expires
December 31, 1979 and Richard Flaville to replace Mrs. Alice Young who resigned.
The term expires December 31, 1980. Upon hearing no further nominations, the
chairman declared the above-named persons members of the Library Board of
Trustees.
Mr. Watros placed in nomination the name of Clinton Cotterill to serve on the
Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee to replace Garth Jackson who re-
signed. Upon hearing no further nominations, the chairman declared Mr. Cotterill
a member of said committee.
Mrs. Livesay laid the name of Lorin Kane to represent youth on the table for
consideration of appointment to the Environmental Management Council at the
next meeting.
Chairman MacNeil ruled that while the board is in official chambers, no
process serving may be done in the chambers.
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At 12:01 p.m. Chairman MacNeil, because of the imminence involved regard-
ing contract with CSEA, adjourned the meeting until an appropriate date.
ADJOURNED MEETING
MARCH 21, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
Present: Representatives Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Robey, Theisen, Clynes,
Culligan, Dates, Haight, MacNeil -10. Excused—Representatives Webster, Miller,
Ray, Watros-4. Absent—Representative Benson -1 (Arrived 4:35).
RESOLUTION NO. 64—APPROVAL OF 1977-1978 COUNTY CIVIL SERVICE
EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION CONTRACT
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Kidney. Adopted unanimously.
WHEREAS, the Negotiating Committees for the County and the Civil Service
Employees' Association, Inc. have reached agreement on all terms of the 1977-1978
Wage and Benefit Contract, and
WHEREAS, said contract includes all employees except elected officials, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Negotiating Committee of the County
of Tompkins, That this Board hereby approves the proposed contract agreed upon
by the County Negotiating Committee and the Civil Service Employees' Associa-
tion Employee Negotiating Committee on March 12 and 14, 1977,
RESOLVED, further, That this entire proposed agreement will remain in
force and effect for the period January 1, 1977 through December 31, 1978,
RESOLVED, further, That this approval is with the understanding that the
membership of the Tompkins County Chapter of C.S.E.A., Inc. have approved all
the terms and conditions of the March 12th and 14th, 1977 agreement in a ratifi-
cation vote on March 18, 1977.
Mr. Dates thanked the County Negotiating Committee for the outstanding
job. He said it was a much nicer relationship rather than having an imposed set-
tlement.
Chairman MacNeil also expressed his thanks to the County Negotiating Com-
mittee and the C.S.E.A. Negotiating Team. He announced the County Negotiating
Committee is now dissolved.
On motion, meeting adjourned.
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REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 28, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: Representatives -15.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Board approved the minutes of the February 28, 1977 meeting with the
addition of excerpts from the transcript of the discussion relative to the Award of
Bid for the Sheriff's cars.
The minutes of the March 14, 1977 meeting were approved.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Department of Labor memorandum re proposed funding of public works proj-
ects by the U.S. Department of Commerce; memorandum from Department of
State re 701-1101 third report period billing by April 10; Case 80002—NYSE&G
Answers to Interrogatories; memorandum from Department of Labor re approval
of projects and activities under Title VI; The John W. Cowper Co., Inc. weekly
progress report for hospital construction for March 11; copy of memorandum from
Frank Liguori to municipalities re passing resolutions to participate in proposed
Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Commission; two copies of proposed revi-
sions to the Tompkins County Sanitary Code and notice of two information meet-
ings at the Health Department; Department of Labor memorandum re Title III
Summer Program for 1977; hospital construction executive committee minutes for
March 3; Department of Transportation duplicate original copy of the Assignment
and Authorization exercise jointly the preferential right of acquisition to segment
of abandoned Lehigh Valley Railroad Company property; copy of memorandum
from Frank Liguori to John C. Clynes re Circle Greenway Committee; County Ex-
ecutive of Monroe County suggests citizens write letters to legislature requesting
welfare reform; executed change orders with Sarkisian Brothers, Inc. per Board
Resolution No. 62 of 1977; letter and copies of interrogatories in Case 80002
NYSE&G—Cayuga Station; resoii_tion from Orleans County thanking those coun-
ties who declined CETA aid for snow removal; The John W. Cowper Company,
Inc. weekly progress report of March 18 and minutes of March 22; Order from the
Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets stating the twenty-four hour quarantine
will be in effect until May 1, 1977 instead of April 16 as previously stated; NYS
Division for Youth sent proposed Youth Detention Regulations; copy of proposal
for Multi -County Resource Recovery Study; Department of State received and
filed Local Law No. 1 of 1977 on March 17; letter from Frank Liguori re prefer-
ential right to negotiate for Lehigh Valley Railroad property, Freeville to Cort-
land; Cortland County Planning Department sent draft resolution for Multi -Coun-
ty Solid Waste Steering Committee to proceed with Phase II of the Solid Re-
source Recovery Studies; copies of Community Mental Health, Mental Retardation
and Alcoholism Services Board contracts; Central New York Health Systems
Agency, Inc. draft continuation application.
Under privilege of the floor Mrs. Pauline Darrett again spoke to the Board
about her complaints against the Human Rights Commission.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, reported the Hospital Board of
Managers would like to meet with this board in April regarding the Governance
Committee. They would like to have the hospital remain a county hospital but
have more freedom of running it.
Mr. Robey reported there was a Mental Health Board meeting and it was an-
nounced that Florence Ricciutti has been hired as Alcoholism Coordinator to the
end of December until funding runs out for that position. Mental Health personnel
March 28, 1977 49
are going to meet with the Personnel Committee Wednesday to determine whether
the Mental Health Director position should be Grade 19 or Grade 20. The Mental
Health Board appeared before the Health Committee at their last meeting con-
cerning a position for Meadow House. They want to create a full-time program
coordinator serving under the Director of Meadow House. The committee took no
action. They referred it back for them to re-examine their plans.
Mr. Clynes said the Board of Managers passed a resolution that this board
take whatever action necessary to get a biochemist for the laboratory. They have
asked for a staff study of the impact of dropping the hospital contract with Blue
Cross. There is a special meeting of the Board of Managers April 4th to receive
and study the report. The Family Medicine Center announced the vacating of two
positions.
Chairman MacNeil said to further understanding between the hospital and
this board, he gave Mr. DeGraff a copy of a Memorandum of Understanding—
Tompkins County Hospital for their deliberations. This will hopefully help them
to come to a conclusion on how they are going to interact with the county.
Mr. Holden reported on the Multi -County Waste Committee meeting in Cort-
land. Phase II was approved by the engineers. There are only four counties.
Broome and Chemung Counties dropped out. Before voting the board will receive
a proposal on Phase II for study before this money is appropriated. It will be
within the budget which he believes is $6,000 for Tompkins County.
Mr. Webster reported there will be a meeting tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. to dis-
cuss the IV -D Program.
Mrs. Livesay reminded the Board of the regional Supervisors and County
Legislators Association conference to be held Thursday at the Sheraton Inn in
Ithaca. She reported that the committee has tried to cope with, the New York
State Budget and there are two resolutions on the agenda today. The committee
will meet tomorrow.
Mrs. Benson, Health Alliance, said they are continuing to meet and there is
progress.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, said he went to
Albany, Division of Budget, with Mr. John Murphy.
Mr. Williamson reported they have made a motion to quash the subpoenas
served on board members by Mrs. Betty 0. Muka. He said board members should
leave word with the Clerk where they can be reached during court.
Mr. Williamson also said he received a call from Albany on the unfair labor
practice hearing that was scheduled for Thursday and it was adjourned by the
State.
Mr. Dates said he asked Clark Hamlin to make a report later in the meeting.
Mr. Culligan stated Mr. Hamlin has been elected Chairman of the Special
Representatives' Study Committee and noted a memorandum has been given to
each board member.
Permission was given to add the following resolutions to the agenda: Objec-
tion to the Governor's Proposed Reduction of Unified Court Budget Sharing from
254 to 12'/'/,; Opposition to Implementation of Requirement for Local Law Re:
Environmental Review; Resolution of Respect—L. J. Long.
RESOLUTION NO. 65—RECOMMENDATIONS ON NEW YORK STATE
1977-1978 BUDGET
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster. Mrs. Livesay gave a chart
presentation as to why these recommendations are being made. A lengthy discus-
sion took place. It was Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Haight, That the
Chairman refer it back to committee. Ayes—Representatives Holden, Ray, Kidney,
Clynes, Dates, Haight -6. Noes—Representatives Benson, Culligan, Livesay, Mil-
ler, Robey, Theisen, Webster, MacNeil — 8. Excused — Representative Watros.
50 March 28, 1977
Motion Lost. The Chairman said the Legislative Committee was instructed to
study the state budget and be aware of where cuts or increased appropriations
affect the county. It was Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates, That an
amendment be made to Whereas' 1, 2, 3, 4 and first sentence of No. 7. Mr. Dates
withdrew his second. Mrs. Benson then seconded the motion. Ayes—Representa-
tives Benson, Culligan, Livesay, Webster — 4. Noes — Representatives Clynes,
Dates, Haight, Holden, Ray, Kidney, Miller, Robey, Theisen, MacNeil -10. Excused
—Representative Watros-1. Amendment Lost. There was a voice vote on the
resolution. Resolution Lost.
WHEREAS, Governor Hugh L. Carey has recommended in his Executive
Budget certain tax and spending cuts to the New York State Legislature, and
WHEREAS, this budget seeks to reduce state taxes and forestall local taxes;
establish a long term framework for curtailing spending by both levels; and im-
prove the state's economy through investments supporting expansion of the pri-
vate sector, and
WHEREAS, the specific proposals in the budget seem to run counter to the
aforesaid objectives, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Board of Representatives supports the ob-
jectives but not the specific proposals, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee,
That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives recommends to the legisla-
ture the following changes in the proposals made by the Governor for the accom-
panying reasons:
1. Restoration of the threefold cut in Supportive Service money under the
Federal Title XX allocation and the restoration of the state -local match for serv-
ices over the ceiling.
A. To discontinue preventive services for child abuse can only result in the
loss of family stability and more expensive foster care in the short run
or the increase in criminal justice and welfare costs in the long run as
child abuse has been closely related to the development of violent crim-
inal tendencies in the abused child, and child neglect to the tendency to
fail in school and the subsequent inability to hold a job, thus creating
more welfare recipients.
B. Cuts to Day Care for non -recipients will force marginally employed
parents onto welfare rolls at greater cost to the county; the resultant
loss of parental self esteem could lead to child abuse; deprives children
of the social, nutritional, educational and emotional benefits of quality
day care during their formative years.
C. The increase in administrative money at the state level at the expense
of providing service money at the local level will cost more at the local
level than those dollars cut as in A & B above. Also the increased ex-
penditure at the State level is creating positions that will require new
positions at the local level to do the increased paper work.
2. De -institutionalization of mental hygiene patients is a laudable objective
but should be accompanied by providing to the local governments that portion of
the resultant savings needed by the local governments for the provision of ade-
quate services to the clients.
3. Reduce the amount of mandated paper work in Social Services to the mini-
mum amount needed for an efficient job. Unnecessary paper work is expensive for
both state and local level and is an unwarranted harassment of the client.
4. Pass 5.4111-A.6408, An Act to amend the social services law, in relation to
use of federal funds for child day care services.
A. To not spend these monies as intended in PL94-401 to bring day care
staffing up to federal standards amounts to a misappropriation of these
funds by the state.
B. Hiring of welfare recipients under this law would reduce welfare costs
to federal, state and local governments, and could assist in breaking a
pendency on welfare for those individuals.
5. Carefully consider whether proposed income maintenance and medical as-
sistance cuts will save anything or cost more in the long run.
A. The cuts to rent allowances may cause more families to seek emergency
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assistance when expenses exceed income and the families deplete all
of their resources.
B. By denying M.A. to the "medically needy" whose income or resources
are about the welfare levels may force many such onto the welfare
roles.
6. The $2.57 billion being proposed to be spent as Capital investment in Public
Works Projects should not be spent unless vitally needed and not just to provide
construction jobs. More emphasis should be put on mass transit and railways than
on building more highways and bridges.
A. Workers laid off in social service agencies will be just as unemployed
and with more serious damage to society.
B. New highways and bridges will continue to be a drain in maintenance
costs to state and local governments. Transportation is extremely im-
portant to the economy and to human services and we must seek to
provide it in the most efficient and economical manner.
7. Cuts in income tax at all but the lowest levels must be delayed until we are
able to effect real economies in all of our services. Cutting the income tax and
state aid to localities will force an increase in the more regressive property tax, or
the neglecting of problems which will ultimately become more costly at every
level.
RESOLVED, further, That the State, in conjunction with local governments
seek to evaluate the needs and resources of the State, to do some long range plan-
ning so that solutions to the real problems will be found. The effect of this budget
is increasing administrative costs at the expense of the needs of the people and
leaving local governments to pick up the pieces and foot the bill.
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to Senator
William T. Smith, Assemblyman Gary A. Lee, Governor Hugh L. Carey and New
York State Commissioner of Social Services.
RESOLUTION NO. 66—OBJECTION TO THE GOVERNOR'S PROPOSED
REDUCTION OF UNIFIED COURT BUDGET
SHARING FROM 25% TO 121/2%
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted with Representa-
tive Robey casting a dissenting vote.
WHEREAS, on good faith and belief, all 57 counties in the State of New York
in the Fall of 1976 were obliged to radically change their budgeting format due to
the announced assumption by the state of 25% of local court costs in the year
1977, pursuant to the hasty and precipitate enactment last July, at the Governor's
urging, of Chapter 966 of the Laws of 1976 providing for the State's take over of
all court services, i.e., Surrogates, Family, County, etc., at the county level, and
WHEREAS, this confused situation with the attendant and rather perplexing
instructions was finally digested by county fiscal officers who were compelled, at
the behest of the Office of Court Administration, to provide for a pay over to the
State of New York, after April 1, 1977, of 75% of their 1976 budget court costs,
and
WHEREAS, County governments have been apprised of the alarming news
that the Governor is ostensibly proposing to mandate a reduction in the first year
of the State's cost sharing of county level court operations from 25% to 121/2%,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee,
That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives protest the reduction in the
state share of court costs after county budgets have been adopted and taxes col-
lected,
RESOLVED, further, That this board requests that the legislature restore to
the state budget the amount necessary for the state to meet the commitment to
25% of the court costs, and thus to resore some credibility to the state and
strengthening of the linkage between state and local government, and
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to Senator
William T. Smith, Assemblyman Gary A. Lee and Hugh L. Carey, Governor.
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RESOLUTION NO. 67—AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE ALL CONTRACTS FOR
SERVICES ON BEHALF OF THE COUNTY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion followed. It was
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson, That there be two signatures on
the agreements. Ayes—Representatives Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Haight, Holden
—5. Noes—Representatives Dates, Ray, Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Theisen,
Webster, MacNeil -9. Excused—Representative Watros-1. Amendment Lost. It
was Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mr. Theisen, That the resolution be tabled
and request the Budget and Administration Committee to report the kind of con-
tracts the County Administrator is going to be responsible for. Ayes—Representa-
tives Benson, Culligan, Haight, Livesay, Robey, Theisen, Webster -7. Noes—Rep-
resentatives Clynes, Dates, Holden, Ray, Kidney, Miller, MacNeil -7. Excused—
Representative Watros-1. Amendment Lost. A roll call on the resolution resulted:
Ayes—Representatives Holden, Ray, Miller, Robey, Clynes, Dates, MacNeil -7.
Noes—Representatives Benson, Culligan, Haight, Kidney, Livesay, Theisen, Web-
ster -7. Excused—Representative Watros-1. Resolution Lost.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is the sole designated officer
who shall execute contracts for services on behalf of the County after Board au-
thorization.
RESOLUTION NO. 68—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. 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 614 sq. feet of space from the Cooperative Extension of
Tompkins County in their building at 225 South Fulton Street, Ithaca, New York,
from January 1, 1977 through December 31, 1977, at the annual rental of $3.00
per sq. foot or a total of $1,842.00 per year.
The following resolution was lifted from the table.
RESOLUTION NO. 45—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
AREA PLAN—OFFICE FOR THE AGING
(Tabled February 28)
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Area Plan for the Tompkins County Office for the Aging was
approved by the Board of Representatives for the year, 1977, by resolution adopted
at a regular meeting November 22, 1976, and
WHEREAS, said Area Plan set forth six approved objectives involving po-
tential agreements with six area agencies, and
WHEREAS, to implement and expedite the various objectives and the plan as
approved by this Board, the Health Committee recommends that required agree-
ments between the local agencies be approved by the Health Committee and exe-
cuted by the Chairman of the Board after review by the County Attorny, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That agreements
required to implement the approved Area Plan for 1977 be executed by the Chair-
man of the Board after approval of same by the Health Committee, the Director
and the County Attorney.
RESOLUTION NO. 69—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE QUIT CLAIM
DEED—VILLAGE OF CAYUGA HEIGHTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
March 28, 1977 53
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee and the request of the Village of Cayuga Heights, That the Chairman of the
Board be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute a Quit Claim Deed
to the Village of Cayuga Heights of parcel formerly assessed to Lansing Town-
houses, Inc. in the Village of Cayuga Heights, being Parcel No. 4-3-11.18, for the
total cost of $572.00 including back taxes, penalty and interest, said sum being the
total taxes due the County on said parcel.
RESOLUTION NO. 70—OPPOSITION TO IMPLEMENTATION OF
REQUIREMENT FOR LOCAL LAW RE:
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Mr. Liguori explained the reso-
lution. It was Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mr. Culligan, to stop after the
word "law" in the last Resolved, and delete "to correct the following . "
Adopted with Representative Benson casting a dissenting vote. It was Moved by
Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Theisen, That this resolution be tabled and sent to
the Environmental Management Council through the Legislative Committee.
Ayes—Representatives Benson, Livesay, Miller, Theisen, Webster -5. Noes—Rep-
resentatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Ray, Robey, Mac-
Neil -9. Excused—Representative Watros-1. Motion to Table Lost. Further dis-
cussion took place. Resolution as amended adopted with Representatives Livesay,
Theisen, Benson casting dissenting votes.
WHEREAS, Article 8 (part 617) of the N.Y.S. Environmental Conservation
Law provides that local municipalities shall provide for environmental quality re-
view of actions which may have a significant effect on the environment, and
WHEREAS, said local law should provide for procedures and actions to be
taken in reviewing said actions, and
WHEREAS, said actions cover a tremendous variety of subjects or actions
not comprehensible, and
WHEREAS, the State Legislature exempted all actions of the State Legisla-
ture from the review but failed to exempt the actions of local government legisla-
tures, and
WHEREAS, said review as required by present law will be time consuming
and overly expensive, not only to governmental bodies but also to private individ-
uals involved with applications and proposals, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration and
Planning and Public Works Committees, That this Board hereby requests the
N.Y.S. Legislature to postpone the required implementation and adoption of local
laws providing for the environmental review of actions, for a minimum period of
one year to enable the State Legislature to amend and/or consider repeal of this
State Law.
RESOLUTION NO. 71—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Kidney, Watros-2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $ 59,068.15
Encumbrances 1,188.61
County Self Insurance 1,715.00
Printing Transfers 2,331.72
Airport 9,586.31
Highway 198,009.59
Co. Construction 9,000.00
$280,899.38
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees, and be it further
54 March 28, 1977
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.
RESOLUTION NO. 72—RESOLUTION OF RESPECT—
LOUIS JEFFERSON LONG
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded and adopted unanimously.
WHEREAS, Louis Jefferson Long, affectionately known as L. J., died unex-
pectedly March 22, 1977, and
WHEREAS, he was the Executive Secretary of the Tompkins County Area
Development Corporation, a member of the Board of Managers of Tompkins Coun-
ty Hospital and the Special Children's Center, as well as Secretary -Treasurer of
the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency, and
WHEREAS, the said L. J. Long was President of Wells College from 1951
through 1969 during which time the school. grew both in physical growth and
prosperity, and
WHEREAS, his efforts during his years both before and after retirement
were always directed towards betterment of education and the communities in
which he resided, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, Unanimously by this Board, That the members thereof express
their sympathy and sincere condolence to the family of Louis Jefferson Long,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy of
this resolution to the family of Louis Jefferson Long.
Mr. Dates announced that the Special Representatives' Study Committee has
sent out questionnaires.
Mr. Webster placed in nomination the names of Nancie Zane and Jeffrey
Bishop for appointment to the Criminal Justice Advisory Board. Upon hearing no
further nominations, the Chairman declared the above named persons members of
said board.
Mrs. Livesay placed in nomination the name of Lorin Kane for appointment
to the Environmental Management Council. Upon hearing no further nominations,
the Chairman declared Lorin Kane a member of said Council.
Mr. Haight placed in nomination the name of Raymond Pompilio, to replace
Richard Durling who resigned, for appointment to the Fire Advisory Board. Upon
hearing no further nominations, the Chairman declared Mr. Pompilio a member of
said board.
Chairman MacNeil asked the County Attorney for advice regarding the sub-
poenas of Mrs. Muka. Mr. Williamson said the board members should let the Clerk
know where they will be so they can be contacted when needed.
On motion, meeting adjourned.
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REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 11, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: Representatives -13. Excused—Representatives Culligan and Web-
ster -2.
Members and guests praticipated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chairman announced the lease for space for the Office for the Aging will
expire December 31, 1977, not 1978, which was an error in the resolution. He also
clarified the correction of the minutes of February 28, 1977 regarding the Award
of Bid for the Sheriff's cars which now reads "On motions to adopt the February
28th minutes at the meetings of March 14 and March 28, it was requested to let
the record show that the Public Safety Committee recommended the 400 engine
and the Budget and Administration Committee did not recommend the 400 CID
engine but it was an amendment from the floor."
The minutes of the March 28th meeting were approved.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Letter and Title VI project application package from Department of Labor;
Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell answers to Interrogatories 74-1 and 74-2, 74-11
and 74-11-A and also to CLCA/LWV Part 77 re NYSEG—Cayuga Station; Public
Service Commission ruling on motions to direct an answer to interrogatories 73-
11-E and 73-11-F—NYSEG—Cayuga Station; executed copy of License No. DOT-
FA77EA-8829 VASI at Tompkins County Airport for filing; Pistol Permits to-
talled $136.00 for March; certificate of final state equalization rate of 55.61 for the
City of Ithaca; resolution from Niagara County requesting NYS Legislature make
application to Congress of United States re amendment to constitution protecting
lives of all human beings; resolutions of Rockland County to NYS Legislature to
reform welfare problems to change Primary Day to September 6 and opposing
amendment to Real Property Tax Law exemption of municipal corporation while
used as a sewer disposal or water plant; Department of Labor memorandum re
modifications to Title II and Title VI sub -grant agreements for FY 1977; memo-
randum of Eugene Arnold, Hospital Administrator, re uncoupling of Blue Cross
and Medicaid; the John W. Cowper Company, Inc. weekly progress report for
March 25 and minutes for March 29 re Tompkins County Hospital; NYS Depart-
ment of Health approval of rabies program of 1976; Assemblyman David O'B.
Martin sent copies of proposed legislation on removal of county sales tax from
heating fuels and also allowing counties by local law to provide for filling vacan-
cies to include calling for special elections; memorandum from Frank Liguori re
State Environmental Quality Review Act; 1976 Annual Report of the Tompkins
County Planning Department; weekly progress report for the week ending April
1 from Cowper, Inc. re Tompkins County Hospital; 1976 Annual Report of Tomp-
kins County Medical Examiner; notice of public hearings in Albany April 28 on
tentative state equalization rates for Towns of Caroline -44.99; Dryden -43.31;
Enfield -43.22; Lansing -49.30; Newfield -49.20; Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Com-
pany proposal amendment re County -Wide Cost Allocation Plan and various In-
direct Cost proposals; Department of Labor memos re project implementation un-
der Title VI, funding available from Title VII of the Older Americans Act Nutri-
tion Program for the Elderly; and non-financial agreement on emergency jobs
program extension act of 1976; Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Rela-
tions sent study on State Limitations on Local Taxes and Expenditures; Public
Service Commission schedule for cross examinations in NYSEG—Cayuga Station
Case; Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell answers to Public Service Commission
interrogatories 73-30, 73-31, 73-32 NYSEG—CayugaStation; letter from Central
New York Health Systems Agency, Inc. requesting input on any special considera-
tions regarding acute hospital care services and issues in our county; Chamber
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of Commerce sent copy of a survey on legislative priorities; copy of Department
of State letter to John Murphy re Tompkins County Industrial Park Funding.
Under privilege of the floor Mrs. Betty O. Muka alleged the Board has not
done anything about her complaints. She said they will hear from her in a private
capacity for being negligent. She mentioned there was an article in the Ithaca
Journal in 1975 that there was a committee appointed to investigate her charges.
She asked again to have a committee investigate.
Mr. Robey read the following memorandum into the record that he sent to
the Board:
To: Members of the Board of Representatives
I am discouraged that we seem to be making no progress in complet-
ing the reorganization of the County's Mental Health Department which
we voted upon last year.
The Mental Health Board has not been able to fill the position of di-
rector of mental health services. The Personnel Committee has declined
to approve an increase in grade, which would make the salary more com-
petitive, and there appears little possibility of finding a director at the
current salary.
The Mental Health Board does not believe the County should disre-
gard the State's professional and experience qualifications for this posi-
tion, because they feel a person without these qualifications would be
ineffective. A meeting on this subject is being set for next week.
Jane Cullings, who has performed with distinction in the role of act-
ing director, does not plan to remain in that position indefinitely. Unless
the situation is soon resolved, the County may find itself completely
without leadership in the Mental Health Department.
The Mental Health Board is dedicated and talented group. Rather
than ignoring the administrative problems of the department, they took
action. In the past two years they have been asked to do much more than
most other boards, and they have embarked on a course which will
eventually strengthen the County's mental health programs and provide
more effective administration.
Having encountered repeated frustrations, however, the Mental
Health Board feels at the end of its ability to carry the responsibility for
the County's program. If the Board of Representatives does not support
the Mental Health Board, its members will eventually become so frus-
trated that they could resign, and much progress could be lost.
The County Administrator, the Personnel Commissioner and commit-
tees of the Board of Representatives must provide more active support
for the efforts of the Mental Health Board. We cannot have it both ways.
We cannot delegate responsibility to a board if we do not provide the
tools to fulfill that responsibility.
I recommend that the full Board of Representatives meet with the
Mental Health Board to discuss both the problems of recruiting a director
and the relationship between the boards. I ask that our Chairman call
such a meeting, public as required by the Open Meetings Law, as soon as
possible.
Bryant Robey
Health Committee Liaison to Mental Health
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, reported they met with
Paul Tavelli, Assistant County Attorney, to discuss how they are going to attempt
to handle fraud cases corning up in county court. They discussed a resolution
April 11, 1977 57
which is on the agenda today regarding a non -secure detention facility. They had
a meeting with the Human Services Coalition.
Mr. Clynes reported two resolutions were passed by the Hospital Board of
Managers regarding the cut in Medicaid and official notice to Blue Cross that they
are considering exercising the option of being a non -contract hospital.
Mr. Robey said there were two items considered by the Health Committee
concerning Mental Health. They requested an additional position half time at
Meadow House to make a program director full time. The committee took no ac-
tion. The Mental Health Board v;ill be returning to the Health Committee for
further discussion. The committee approved the extension of a contract for youth-
ful drug abuse and he will ask to add that resolution to today's agenda.
Mr. Clynes, chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, reported the
pre -engineering conference with the federal representatives was held March 31 at
the airport. The committee met on April 6. The budget on the crash, fire, rescue
building is being reviewed for possible reduction in response to federal representa-
tive's request. He pointed out that all the pending projects of the airport have to
be bid and awarded under contract by October 1. He said even though they are
proceeding with schematics, etc. on the terminal improvements, still have to come
back to the board for final approval. That is a different form of budgeting. They
accepted delivery of the new fire, crash, rescue vehicle. Regarding the SEQR
resolution, the committee would like to, rather than ask for, a public hearing on
a local law at this time, set up a 9:45 a.m. informal hearing, April 25th, for any
input on this legislation. Following that they will have a resolution setting a date
for the public hearing.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, reported the committee met and
discussed the position of Mental Health Director. The committee is still recom-
mending Grade 19. Mr. Hurlbut, Commissioner of Personnel, met with the Library
trustees. He said the Chairman has appointed a Comprehensive Employment
Training Act Review Committee. They will have a resolution regarding the county
judicial offices.
Mr. Theisen noted the Intergovernmental Relations Committee does plan to
move the governance resolution on the library from the table at the April 25th
board meeting.
Mrs. Livesay, Chairman, Special Legislative Committee, said they will meet
tomorrow and hope to order some priorities. Regarding the Stream Management
meeting on April 21st, while it is stream management in general, she thinks it will
address itself to problems in Six Mile Creek. The EMC continues to work not only
on this but developing Fall Creek Management Program. The Area Beautification
Council is planning a Spring Festival on May 14.
Mr. Theisen felt one of the questions to be discussed at the Legislative Com-
mittee meeting is how much the committee can do and what types of legislation
should they really recommend to the board and whether they should make state-
ments to Albany concerning the state budget or portions of it. It is a matter of
determining what is practical and what is not.
Mrs. Livesay said there are several things they have under consideration.
Some are in the area of Social Services, others have to do with minimum wage,
youth employment, dog control legislation, etc.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Corrections Committee, said they
met and approved the Fire and Disaster Coordinator's attendance at the New
York State Fire Chiefs' Conference, June 19 and the attendance of fire officials at
the New York State Fire Coordinators' Conference at Montour Falls April 23-24.
The Criminal Justice Advisory Board has requested a CETA position. The com-
mittee approved bids for twelve, two frequency FM radios and one FM Repeater
Transmitter for the Fire and Disaster Group and it is on the agenda today. John
Miller was appointed to the New York State Fire Advisory Board.
58 April 11, 1977
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, reported they have been advised by the
Dormitory Authority they are going to sell bonds which will include their obliga-
tion to Tompkins -Cortland Community College. They will be included with several
other counties for a total bonding obligation of $68 million of which Tompkins -
Cortland Community College is a relatively small portion of that—somewhere be-
tween $8-9 million. He is to be at a meeting in New York April 20th regarding
the bond proposal. Before May 6 there will have to be resolutions which will au-
thorize the Dormitory Authority to act. The County Attorney said the county is
obligated to sign the documents.
Chairman MacNeil reminded the board of th'e public hearing on the proposed
NYSE&G Corporation plant to be built near Milliken Station, May 3-6. He asked
the Planning and Public Works Committee to sponsor a resolution regarding the
board's position. Mr. Theisen asked the committee to seek input from the Environ-
mental Management Council which is making a report on that question shortly.
Mr. Robert Snedden is designated by the Environmental Management Council to
review all the plans of the NYSE&G plant. He said several of them visited the
flyash system NYSE&G is operating and there are several concerns looking into
possible alternate uses of flyash and on-site location with ground for 30 -year in -
ground flyash disposal system. There will be a meeting to discuss Mental Health
problems April 22 at 4:00 p.m.
Mr. MacNeil, referring to Mrs. Betty Muka's statement, said when Mr. Harry
Kerr was Chairman of the Board, he was considering a seven man committee to
investigate her situation but it was never appointed.
In regard to the CETA Review Committee, Joel Robinson, State Manpower
Planning Secretariat, and Mrs. Dowd, indicated the county had to prepare for ad-
ditional amounts of money for the possibility of hiring people who have been un-
employed and Mr. Robinson indicated people should be appointed from the follow-
ing groups:
Minority
Employment
Education
Business
Chamber of Commerce
Veterans and Handicapped
Agriculture
James L. Gibbs, Charles Herndon
William Gilmore
Patrick Hamill
Vincent G. Giordano, Elizabeth Cornish
Donald E. Ordway
Alvin Knepper
Martin Beck
Permission was given for the following resolutions to be added to the agenda
today: Dedication of the 1976 Proceedings to the 1976 Bicentennial and the late
Kenneth C. Johnson, Jr.; Amendment to Resolution No. 311, 1976, Authorization
to Execute Contract, Peat, Marrwick, Mitchell & Co.; Extension of Contract—
Youthful Drug Abuse.
RESOLUTION NO. 73—AWARD OF BID—SALE OF FIRE COORDINATOR'S
TRUCK
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 261-76 authorized the purchase of a truck for the
Fire and Disaster Coordinator, and
WHEREAS, the Fire Coordinator has duly advertised for bids on his dam-
aged vehicle, and
WHEREAS, David Kline of 57 Hector Street, Trumansburg, NY was the
highest bidder in the amount of $1,298.27, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the bid of David Kline, 57 Hector Street, Trumansburg,
NY in the amount of $1.298.27 on the Fire and Disaster Coordinator's damaged
vehicle be and the same hereby is accepted and the Fire Coordinator be and he
hereby is authorized and directed to complete said transaction on behalf of the
County.
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RESOLUTION NO. 74—AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID -
12 RADIOS AND 1 TRANSMITTER—FIRE AND
DISASTER COORDINATOR
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mrs. Benson. There was a discussion re-
garding the number of radios in the budget. Mr. Murphy explained the funds for
the twelve new replacement radios were restored to the budget after a lot of dis-
cussion. There had been nine radios in the budget. Resolution adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections
Committee, That the Fire and Disaster Coordinator be and he hereby is autho-
rized and directed to advertise for bid for 12 new 2 -way F.M. radios to replace
units purchased in 1955, thereby reducing monthly maintenance cost, and one F.M.
repeater transmitter and related equipment to provide coverage for Ambulance,
Hospital and Fire Alarm Systems with a back-up system.
RESOLUTION NO. 75—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION—HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That one stenographer position (05-09), competitive class, be abolished and that
one position of Senior Stenographer (09-14), competitive class, labor grade IX,
be created effective immediately. Monies to fund said position are in the 1977
budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 76—ABOLISH COURT POSITIONS
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Discussion followed. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Judicial Conference of the State of New York has, effective
April 1, 1977, taken over the court positions and its related functions, now there-
for be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing County positions be abolished, effective April 1, 1977:
2—County Judges (22-01)
2—Secretary to Judge (10-09)
1—Clerk Family Court (11-04)
1—Deputy Chief Clerk Family Court (09-05)
1—Typist Family Court (04-09)
1—Chief Clerk Surrogate Court (11-03)
1—Deputy Chief Clerk Surrogate Court (05-13)
1—Commissioner of Jurors (04-02)
1—Typist Jurors (04-09)
2—Court Reporter I (13-05)
1—Court Crier
4—Court Attendants (06-04)
RESOLUTION NO. 77—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS—
SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Social Services Com-
mittees, That two positions of Clerk (03-02) CETA be abolished and that two
positions of Typist (04-09), CETA, labor grade IV, competitive class be created
effective immediately. Monies are available to fund said positions through CETA
grant.
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RESOLUTION NO. 78—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT
FUND—PERSONNEL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Ray. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Culligan and Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Admin-
istration Committees, That the sum of $472.50 be appropriated from the Contin-
gent Fund Code A-1990 to Personnel Administration, P.E.R.B., Code A-1430.410,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 79—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—CETA
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Kidney. Discussion followed. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Admin-
istration Committees, That the 1977 Budget be amended as follows:
Revenue—CETA—Title I—A4710 $164,010
Appropriation—CETA—Title I
A6210—Administration $ 20,846
A6211—Work experience 102,100
A6210.11—sys to clients 41,064
Total Appropriation 164,010
Revenue—CETA—Title II—A4720 79,171
Appropriation—CETA—Title II
A6220—Administration $ 5,258
A6222—Pub. Svs Empl. 73,913
Total Appropriation 79,171
Revenue—CETA—Title VI—A4740 317,043
Appropriation—CETA—Title VI
A6260—Administration $ 2,246
A6262—Public Svs Empl. 314,797
Total Appropriation $317,043
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 80—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—CETA
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion followed. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Admin-
istration Committees, That the following transfers be and they hereby are ap-
proved:
Appropriations:
From To Amount
A6250.100 A6222 $ 20,773
A6250.430 A6211 158,088
A6250.430 A6222 4,643
A6250.430 A6222 17,612
Revenues:
A4730 A4710 158,088
A4730 A4720 43,028
April 11, 1977 61
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 81—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT
FUND—COUNTY ATTORNEY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Culligan, Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, that the following appropriation be and it hereby is approved:
From: Contingent Fund—Code A1990'
To: County Attorney—Contractual & Other Expenses
Code A 1420.400 $700.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 82—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Culligan, Webster -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Budget and Administration
Committee to be paid from various funds are:
Walter Motor Truck Company
Airport Construction Fund W $160,697.70
State of New York—Office of Court Administration
General Fund Account #1162 $ 14,012.19
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided there-
for.
RESOLUTION NO. 83—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—TOMPKINS
COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
—Representatives Culligan, Webster -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construction Account are:
Ithaca Journal—advertising
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Management Fee #9 $8,899.67
Office Expense 875.34
Personnel 7,705.37
Levatich Miller Hoffman PC
Fred 11. Thomas Associates PC
Architects Fee #35
Reimbursables—testing lab
Movable Equipment #7
Administrative Area #2
7,930.00
1,548.00
640.00
4,367.80
$ 33.32
17,080.38
14,485.80
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric #6 105,007.50
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A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #6 46,980.00
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning #5 23,580.00
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction #6 289,640.00
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 84—EXTENSION OF CONTRACT—YOUTHFUL
DRUG ABUSE
Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
—Representatives Culligan and Webster -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Youthful Drug Abuse Contract expired as of March 31, 1977,
and
WHEREAS, the Health Committee and the Mental Health Board have recom-
mended that said contract be extended for a three-month period from April 1, 1977
through June 30, 1977, during which time efforts will be made to merge the Alco-
hol and Drug Coordinator's offices into an Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse
and to renegotiate a new twelve-month constract, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the present
Youth Drug Abuse Contract be and it hereby is extended from April 1, 1977
through June 30, 1977,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $500.00 be and it hereby is appropri-
ated from the Contingent Fund (A1990) to Narcotic Addiction Control Youthful
Drug Abuse (A-4220) to cover the cost of three month's extension of the current
contract through June 30, 1977,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 85—FUNDS FOR NON -SECURE DETENTION FACILITY
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Theisen. A lengthy discussion took
place and Mr. Robert Wagner, Commissioner of Social Services, explained the
proposed program. Resolution adopted with Representative Benson voting no.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Social Services, in con-
junction with Cortland, Seneca and Tioga counties, is attempting to facilitate the
development of a structured non -secure detention facility to reduce our depend-
ency on Monroe and Onondaga detention facilities, and
WHEREAS, in an effort to receive a federal demonstration grant through the
Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board to establish such a
program it is necessary for the involved counties to contribute 10% of the monies
requested, and
WHEREAS, the total amount requested is $112,712.00 and the local share is
$11,271.00 with each participating county's share being $2,817.75, and
WHEREAS, since the facility is to be located in Tompkins County it is re-
quired that our County, being the applicant, have available the full local share
monies from existing appropriated funds, and
WHEREAS, the participating counties of Cortland, Seneca and Tioga will
each reimburse Tompkins County for their share the sum of $2,817.75, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That
an amount of money, not to exceed $12,000 be available in the existing appropri-
ated DSS Account 6123 (Juvenile Delinquent Care) for the purpose of providing
the local share of the grant application for a non -secure detention facility in
Tompkins County.
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RESOLUTION NO. 86—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE STATE OF NEW YORK AND
TOMPKINS COUNTY PROVIDING SECURITY
SERVICES TO COURTS
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Discussion followed.
Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board and the County Sheriff be and
they hereby are authorized and directed to execute a contract between the State
of New York and the County of Tompkins for providing security services to the
courts of Tompkins County.
RESOLUTION NO. 87—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
COLE, LAYER, TRUMBLE
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Robey. Discussion followed. Ayes -13.
Noes -0. Excused—Representatives Culligan, Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and directed
to execute an agreement between the County of Tompkins and Cole, Layer, Trum-
ble of Dayton, Ohio, to assist in file maintenance of Tompkins County assessment
data to be processed by the New York State Department of Equalization and
Assessment computer in Albany, said contract sum not to exceed $6,000.00.
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $6,000.00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A1990) to Assessment Department—Administration—
Contractural & Other Expenses (Code 1355.400).
RESOLUTION NO. 88—DEDICATION OF THE 1976 PROCEEDINGS
Moved by Mr. Dates, Unanimously seconded and adopted.
RESOLVED, That the 1976 Proceedings shall be dedicated to the 1976 Bicen-
tennial and to the Honorable Kenneth C. Johnson, Jr., who passed away December
6, 1976.
RESOLUTION NO. 89—AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION NO. 311-1976,
AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT PEAT,
MARWICK, MITCHELL & COMPANY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Discussion followed. Ayes -13.
Noes -0. Excused—Representatives Culligan and Webster -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 311, adopted December 13, 1976, the County
entered into a contract with Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co., of Rochester, N.Y. to
furnish a Cost Allocation Plan and an Indirect Cost Report required for reim-
bursement for the year, 1975, at a cost not to exceed $15,500.00, and
WHEREAS, Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. have now submitted a proposal
to cover said plan and cost report for 1975 and 1976 at a cost not to exceed
$25,000.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That Resolution No. 311, adopted December 13, 1976, be amended to authorize
the Chairman of the Board to execute a contract with Peat, Marwick, Mitchell &
Co. to furnish a Cost Allocation Plan and an Indirect Cost Report required for re-
imbursement for the years 1975 and 1976, at a cost not to exceed $25,000.00.
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $9,500.00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (A-1990) to Social Services, Contractual & Other Expenses
(A6010.400) $7,500.00; Probation, Contractual & Other Expenses (A-3140.400)
$2,000.00,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
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RESOLUTION NO. 90—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That one position of RPN Clinical Teacher (12-22), competitive class be abolished
and that one position of Clinical Instructor (13-29), competitive class, labor grade
XIII, be created effective March 21. Monies for said position are included in the
1977 budget.
Chairman MacNeil reappointed Mr. Cushing Murray for a two-year term on
the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. The term expires April 30, 1979.
Mr. Watros said at the next meeting the board will be asked to act upon the
reorganization or change in the area of authority at the Library. He requested
the Chairman and the Budget and Administration Committee call a meeting so
they can have a formal response.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 25, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 14 Representatives. Excused—Representative Miller -1.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the April 11, 1977 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 NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Robert De-
meree, Assistant Regional Forester, requesting appointments to the District No. 3
Forest Practice Board; memorandums from Department of Labor re "Split -Job"
concept for veterans, recreation and transportation support -summer grant 1977—
tentative funding level for Tompkins County is $204 in reallocated 1976 money
plus a new allocation in 1977 of $1,954; letter from Joel Robinson, Director, Man-
power Planning Secretariat, re availability of advance funding to initiate planning
for Summer Program for Economically Disadvantaged Youth (SPEDY), $15,178;
Public Service Commission re PSC Case 80002—NYSE&G—Cayuga Station—
Draft Stipulations; memorandum from Department of Labor re initial planning
for fiscal year 1977 Sumner Youth Program (SPEDY); copy of letter to Dr. Up-
hoff, President, Tompkins County Hospital Medical Board, from Pamela Murphy,
Bacteriology Laboratory, re salary upgrading of senior technician position; Build-
ers Risk for Central Research Group and County of Tompkins; copy of letter from
Roderick Schutt of Huber, Magill, Lawrence and Farrell to NYS Public Service
Commission re Case 80002 NYSE&G Corp.—Answers to Interrogatories; memo-
randum from Department of State, Mario Cuomo, advising that President Carter
has recommended an appropriation in his proposed budget for fiscal year 1978 for
projects to be funded under the Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA); letter
from Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control on re -appointment of Cushing H.
Murray of Tompkins County; Cornell University requesting county action on "Dis-
abili-Day" on April 27; letter from Albert M, Donohue announcing his retirement
from the Health Department on May 2, 1977; Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell
questions for PSC re NYSE&G—Cayuga Station; John W. Cowper Company hos-
pital progress report for March and weekly progress report for April 8; memo-
randum from NYS Office for Aging on relocation of office and training program;
copy of a letter from County Administrator to Leonard Schwartz, Deputy Secre-
April 25, 1977 65
tary of State, re project funding of Industrial Park; copy of letter of Sarkisian
Brothers, Inc. to architects of hospital re solution of "window problem"; copy of
letter from business people of Triphammer/Route 13 region to have Public Trans-
portation Committee investigate potential of bus transportation to that area;
public notice from Department of Army re application for permit under authority
of Section 10 of the River and Harbor Act of 1899 and Section 404 of the Fed-
eral Water Pollution Control Act of 1972—Cayuga Lake (cooling water system
to service proposed Cayuga Station); letter from PSC re Case 80002—NYSE&G—
Cayuga Station granting full party status to Chamber of Commerce; Southern
Tier East Regional Planning and Development Board revised by-laws and pro-
posed program budget; Department of Labor sent memo re non-financial agree-
ment on indirect placement services; Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell sent
copy of answer to interrogatory 74-26 re Case 80002—NYSE&G Cayuga Station;
weekly progress report ending April 15 from John W. Cowper Company—Tomp-
kins County Hospital; answers to interrogatories case 80002 76-22(b) and (c) and
77-17—NYSE&G Cayuga Station; Chairman MacNeil declared April 27 "Disabili-
Day"; copy of Commissioner of Planning's request to Department of Housing and
Urban Development for final grant payment for the Old Courthouse; Quarterly
Report of County Administrator: copy of a memo from Harris Dates to the
Budget and Administration Committee re library governance; executed copy of
lease agreement for Office for Aging for 1977; ,Answers to Interrogatories re
NYSE&G—Cayuga Station, also notice of substitution, statement of Cayuga Lake
Conservation Association and League of Women Voters of Tompkins County; copy
of a statement by Tompkins County Environmental Management Council to PSC
re Case 80002—NYSE&G—Cayuga Station.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said there will be resolu-
tions regarding the Office for the Aging and a transfer of funds for the Mental
Health Department.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, said they met
to update their plans on SEQR. They have changed the resolution ori Cayuga Sta-
tion. They are meeting tomorrow on the airport projects.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they
met with Mrs. Ashton about problems she had in dealing with the Election Office.
They acted on the request for security officer at TC3 and discussed possible ap-
pointments to the Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee which he would
like considered this morning. He said it appears the State of New York will cut
state aid to TC3 about 11 per cent. The members of the Board of Trustees are
planning to unite with other institutions in the area to attempt to see if they can
acquire funds in the supplemental budget. He is sure they will be requesting this
board's support. Regarding the county -wide cable commission, it has received
support in terms of municipal participation within the county. There is a sufficient
number of municipalities so it appears there will be a viable organization. It will
be about June 1st before the first commission meeting will take place.
Mr. Clynes reported there were 24 resolutions passed by the Association of
Counties and Tompkins County voted in the affirmative on all of them.
Mr. John Murphy, County Administrator, reported on April 20th he, Robert
Williamson, County Attorney; Thomas Murphy from Tompkins -Cortland Commu-
nity College; Mr. Spencer and Mr. Woods from Cortland met with representatives
of the Dormitory Authority; the underwriters; bond attorneys, to review the pro-
posed dorm bonding to cover Tompkins -Cortland Community College and about 13
other community colleges. He said the Dormitory Board met and presumably con-
sidered major changes to what they had previously proposed. They have not yet
been notified of what they resolved. At this time they do not have a resolution. If
they do get something that would require action before the next board meeting,
he will contact the chairman.
Mr. Clark Hamlin, Chairman of the Special Representatives' Study Commit-
tee, said they are trying to do an exhaustive survey across the state to see if they
66 April 25, '1977
can find ways they are doing things that might be helpful to this board. They hope
to have an answer to the Board by June 1.
Mrs. Livesay, Chairman, Special Legislative Committee, said the minutes of
the last meeting were distributed to board members which answer questions about
what the committee saw as its role and its priorities. At tomorrow's meeting they
will be dealing with the proposals for state legislation for returnable bottles and
will be a resolution either supporting or not supporting that legislation at the
May 9th Board meeting.
Mr. Culligan reported on the Special Representatives' Study Committee. They
are meeting May 4. The committee is evaluating response from other counties.
The three major items were time of meetings, consideration of the two -hat situa-
tion and committee set-up, the appointments to other boards— quasi, liaison gov-
ernmental boards. The Chairman noted the first meeting in June the recommenda-
tions of this committee will be read and then he will direct the Budget and Ad-
ministration Committee to bring in a resolution regarding those recommendations.
Mr. Culligan also reported in the past years the County Coroner appeared
before the board and gave his annual report. He has received the 1976 Annual
Report of the Medical Examiner and there were 82 natural cases of death; 14 acci-
dental non -vehicle; 17 vehicle accidents; 14 suicides; 3 homicides for a total of
133 cases.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, reported he has received two lawsuits in
the Village of Lansing area regarding assessments.
Mr. Murphy reported that the hospital construction is proceeding and is run-
ning on time.
Chairman MacNeil said he received a letter of resignation from Mr. Albert
Donohue who is retiring from the County after thirty years of service. Mr. Mac-
Neil said it was quite an accomplishment to work for the county for thirty years.
He is being honored at a special dinner on April 29.
Mr. MacNeil also said he is proclaiming the week of April 24th as "Volunteer
Action Week" and the first week of May as "Be Kind to Animals Week". He asked
that Mr. Clynes as chairman of the Planning and Public Works Committee, on re-
quest of the Town of Ithaca, to review proposed plans for building of Route 96 in
the towns share and report to this board at the next meeting, if possible, the ap-
proval or any disagreement they might have in those plans. Mr. Liguori has infor-
mation he will provide to the committee for their consideration.
Chairman MacNeil said there have been discussions regarding several of the
functions that Tompkins County performs in relation to perhaps possible inequi-
ties in our salary schedule and he feels they have to treat these as a total. In
order to properly evaluate the situation he appointed the following committee
to identify possible inequities in the salary grade and report back to the full
board recommended alternatives and to engage any help they feel necessary to
fulfill their deliberations: Harris B. Dates, Donald J. Culligan, Claude W. Holden,
John C. Clynes and William Burr. He also asked the Personnel and Budget and
Administration Committees to meet jointly to formulate a policy regarding the
recruitment procedures in our county to come in with a resolution that would be
adopted in our code to standardize procedures and to eliminate confusion. The
committee is to report back in all haste.
Permission was given for a resolution pertaining to a budget adjustment for
the Office for the Aging to be added to the agenda.
It was Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mrs. Livesay, That Resolution No.
54—Library Governance, be lifted from the table. Motion adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 54—LIBRARY GOVERNANCE
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mrs. Benson. A lengthy discussion took
April 25, 1977 67
place. Mr. Watros noted this issue has been under consideration for many months
and he urged the board to move ahead on this matter. Many board members spoke
pro and con. Mrs. Ormondroyd, a member of the Library Board of Trustees, ex-
plained why they feel autonomy is needed. Mr. Weitzel of the Finger Lakes Li-
brary System spoke about their relationship to the Tompkins County Library.
It was Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mr. Robey, to amend the resolu-
tion to read in No. 5 "Trustees shall provide janitorial services" and delete the
words "and grade scales" in No. 6. A voice vote was taken.
It was Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mrs. Benson, That the vote on the
amendment be rescinded. Motion to rescind adopted.
It was Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Webster, That this resolution
be tabled to the next board meeting. Motion to table adopted.
A recess was called by the Chairman. The meeting was reconvened at 12:23
p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 91—SUPPORT OF ASSEMBLY BILL 6712 AND SENATE
4390—SALES TAX HEATING FUELS
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mrs. Benson. There was discussion and Mr.
Ray noted he is sponsoring this resolution. Ayes—Representatives Ray, Robey,
Watros, Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, MacNeil -10. Noes—
Representatives Livesay, Theisen, Webster -3. Excused—Representives Miller,
Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Federal Energy Program, as proposed by the President, is
contemplating raising taxes on some petroleum fuels, and
WHEREAS, local and state sales taxes rise as petroleum prices rise, and
WHEREAS, the tax on these necessary heating fuels has escalated nearly
three times in the last five years, and
WHEREAS, certain portions of our people have not had, nor will have, ade-
quate increases in their income to pay for said increased fuel costs, now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives supports
companion bills #A6712 and #54390 in the 1977-1978 State Legislature, which
allow a local government to exempt local (3%) sales tax on heating fuels,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Board of Representatives supports
this opportunity to make this decision locally and not have it be a State Mandate,
RESOLVED, further, That upon passage by the State Legislature, and sign-
ing by the Governor, That the Budget and Administration Committee make a rec-
ommendation to the Board of Representatives for local action on the possible ex-
emption of the sales tax on fuels to this Board of Representatives prior to the be-
ginning of deliveries of heating fuels to Tompkins County customers for the heat-
ing season commencing in the fall of 1977.
RESOLUTION NO. 92—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT
FUND—ITHACA FALL FESTIVAL
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused
—Representatives Kidney, Miller -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, there is planned an Ithaca Fall Festival that will celebrate the
natural and cultural resources of Tompkins County and its urban center, Ithaca,
New York, and
WHEREAS, said festival thru a common effort of artists and performers will
involve the public in participation in events geared to increasing awareness of
various art forms and focusing attention on elements of the environment, and
WHEREAS, the benefits will be increased public awareness of the arts and
an influx of tourists into the area during the festival period thereby aiding mer-
chants and also municipalities with an increase in income, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
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tee, That this Board hereby approves the concept of the program,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $1,000.00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A-1990) to Ithaca Fall Festival (Code A6410-420),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 93—AUTHORIZATION TO EXPEND CAI'ITAL FUNDS—
PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT—OLX) COURTHOUSE
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, after occupying their new space in the Old Courthouse, the Per-
•sonnel'Department found that more cabinet and shelf space was required, and
WHEREAS, the Personnel Department gave their large conference table for
use in the attorney's room in the Old Courthouse, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee and the Personnel Committee, That the County Administrator be and he
hereby is authorized and directed to pay $1,065.08 for installation of additional
cabinets and shelves in the Personnel Office, said claim to be paid out of County
Building Capital Construction Account.
RESOLUTION NO. 94—RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MULTI -COUNTY
SOLID WASTE STEERING'COMMITTEE TO
PROCEED WITH PHASE II OF THE SOLID
WASTE RESOURCE RECOVERY STUDIES .
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Discussion took place. Reso-
lution adopted.
WHEREAS. the Counties of Tompkins, Cayuga, and Cortland did join to-
gether to apply for a comprehensive resource recovery study under the provisions
of Article 27, Title I of the Environmental Conservation Law of the State of New
York, and
WHEREAS, that Phase I study has been completed and did identify as a
potentially feasible alternative the recovery of materials from the solid wastes of
a multiple grouping of counties, including the recovery of refuse derived fuel for
power generation at the New York State Electric and Gas Corporation facility at
Milliken Station, and
WHEREAS, it is now desirable that the feasibility studies be carried out in
more detail to specifically identify the most appropriate management alternatives
for a multi -county solid waste recovery project and to further explore the engi-
neering parameters necessary to make specific recommendations and clearly iden-
tify costs, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Electric and Gas Corporation has agreed to
participate in these Phase II studies and will cooperate by performing further en-
gineering and cost studies for retro -fitting• and utilizing refuse as a supplemental
fuel at their Milliken plant, and
WHEREAS, the Counties of Cayuga, Cortland, Tompkins, and Tioga have
provided in their respective 1977 budgets tentative funding in an aggregate
amount of $24,600 for a continuation of the study activities based upon a previ-
ously submitted Phase II study program, additional state or federal funding not
being available at this time, and
WHEREAS, the Counties of Broome and Chemung have indicated interest in
the solid waste recovery program but have not chosen to participate financially in
the Phase II studies, and
WHEREAS, the Phase II program has now been revised to reflect theactual
available funding and participation by the New York State Electric and Gas Cor-
poration and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and
does include a detailed explanation of the proposed study activities under the
Phase II Program, including both contractual services and in-house services, the
latter being no charge to the various counties, now therefore be it
April 25, 1977 69
RESOLVED, That the County of Tompkins does agree to participate in the
Phase II studies in accordance with the study program subject to concurrent reso-
lutions by the Counties of Cayuga, Cortland and Tioga, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Counties of Cayuga, Cortland, Tompkins, and
Tioga do hereby jointly agree that the County Administrator of the County of
Tompkins be and he hereby is designated as the fiscal officer to handle the joint
funding and the said counties do jointly authorize said County Administrator to
make payments from the joint funds for the payment of legitimate expenses under
the Phase II program, upon resoluticn of the Steering Committee and audit of the
payment vouchers by the Chairman of the Committee, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Steering Committee be and
he is hereby authorized to execute contractual agreements for consultant services
as outlined in the Phase II Program upon resolution of the Steering Committee,
and
RESOLVED, further, That the Multi -County Solid Waste Steering Commit-
tee shall submit a monthly financial statement to each county and at the comple-
tion of the Phase II studies shall make such specific recommendations as may be
appropriate to the participating counties, and
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to'the par-
ticipating counties, the respective county fiscal officers and the Chairman of the
Solid Waste Steering Committee, and
RESOLVED, further, That if the Counties of Broome and Chemung should in
the future decide to participate in the benefits of this study, the counties shall be
assessed a pro -rated share of the costs of this Phase II program.
RESOLUTION NO. 95—AFFIRMATION OF SUPPORT OF CONSTRUCTION
OF ADDITIONAL FACILITIES AT CAYUGA
STATION—NYSE&G
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion took place. Ayes—
Representatives Ray, Robey, Watros, Webster, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Holden,
MacNeil -9. Noes—Representatives Benson, Haight, Livesay (would like re-
corded my no is not necessarily in opposition but don't feel this board is in a posi-
tion to make an affirmative or negative statement at this time), Theisen -4. Ex-
cused—Representatives Kidney, Miller -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Board of Representatives recognizes the
resolution of the Town of Lansing dated April 12, 1977 supporting the construc-
tion of the Cayuga Station plant by the NYSE&G Corporation, and
WHEREAS, the President of the United States has called for the construc-
tion of fossil fueled generating plants, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Board of Representatives wishes to be
formally on record in this regard, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives hereby
endorses the construction of the Cayuga Station plant by NYSE&G.
RESOLUTION NO. 96—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—MENTAL HEALTH
Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Health and Budget and Admin-
istration Committees, That the following transfer be and it hereby is approved:
From: 4310.100 Personal Services to 4310.400 Contractual and Other Expenses
$7,150.00,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 97—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Haight. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused—
Representatives Kidney, Miller -2. Adopted.
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RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $ 69,522.89
Encumbrances 195.92
Dog Fund 13.85
Printing Transfers 2,498.32
Airport 5,957.78
Highway 125,613.96
$203,802.72
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.
RESOLUTION NO. 98—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the New York State Office for the Aging can make available to
the Tompkins County Office for the Aging approximately $2,478.00 in 1975 unex-
pended federal funds earmarked for this county, and
WHEREAS, use of these funds will allow the County Office for the Aging to
maintain its planned level of subcontract expenditures as approved under the 1977
Area Plan while also making use of federal funds to absorb 90% of the increases
in personal services and fringe benefit costs to that Office under the 1977 agree-
ment with CSEA, and
WHEREAS, use of these funds will not involve any increase in county tax
dollars to match the increased federal funds available, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Health Committee and the Budget
and Administration Committee, That the 1977 budget for the Office for the Aging
be increased in the following ways:
Appropriation
7610.300 Supplies & Materials $1,000.00
7610.400 Contractual & Other 1,478.00
Revenue State Aid Programs For Aging 2,478.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said adjustment on his books.
Permission was given to waive the custom of laying names of nominees for
appointment on the table for two weeks.
Mr. Clynes placed in nomination the names of Sheldon Clark and Roger
Gleason for reappointment to the District Forest Practice Board for three-year
terms which expire December 31, 1979. Upon hearing no further nominations, the
Chairman declared the above-named persons members of said board.
Mr. Watros placed in nomination the names of Raymond Buckley to replace
Robert Linton and Anthony Walters to replace Ned Flash who resigned, for ap-
pointment to the Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee. Upon hearing no
further nominations, the Chairman declared the above-named persons members of
said committee.
Mr. Culligan said there is .a vacancy on the Hospital Board of Managers and
the Mental Health Board.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 1:04 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARING
MAY 9, 1977
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 9:30 a.m. regarding En-
vironmental Quality Review Procedures. He read the notice as it appeared in the
official newspapers.
Ms. Ellen Harrison from Brooktondale commented that she has not had time
to review it thoroughly but felt more advance notice of public hearings be given
so the public can be more informed.
Mr. James White, Chairman of the Environmental Management Council, said
they have been working with the State Environmental Quality Review Law and
the Planning Department to try to come up with rercommendations. He felt the
Board should table the resolution for two weeks to get more input from various
agencies that have a concern with the SEQR Law so they can make further rec-
ommendations.
Mrs. Dooley Kieffer stated she has a list of changes she would like to discuss
with the committee and requested the resolution be tabled and there be meetings
of interested parties to work on the resolution.
Mr. Clark Rowell, Sierra Club, said they have not had time to review but if
the resolution is postponed they might have something to contribute.
Chairman MacNeil said there has been enough interest in tabling and in order
to adopt a proper resolution, he requested Mr. Frank Liguori, County Planning
Commissioner, to call a meeting to get everyone's input.
The public hearing was closed at 10 a.m.
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 9, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10 a.m.
Present: 12 Representatives. Excused: Representatives Clynes, Kidney -2.
Absent: Representative Miller (Arrived) -1.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the April 25th meeting were approved.
Mr. Hicks Dow, Supervisor of the Town of Groton, said he would like to have
a sense of the board as to what they are going to do regarding the abandoned Le-
high Valley Railroad between Freeville and Cortland County. He said there was a
meeting regarding this and ideas were discussed as to the use of the right of way,
such as running sewer lines along the railroad or electric line or for recreational
purposes, bicycle paths, bridle paths, etc. Some farmers would like to rejoin the
land that crosses theirs for farming purposes. He said with the energy problem
it might be foolhardy to rule out the possibility someday a trolley line or rail
service between Ithaca and Cortland.
Mr. Jim Frye of Dryden said the idea of a scenic railroad has been discussed
which would preserve the route.
Mr. Clinton Cotterill said he has farmed for 25 years along the Lehigh Valley
Railroad and was concerned about how it is going to be maintained, cutting of
brush, picking up trash, etc. He said cows have been killed on the tracks when
fences are not kept repaired.
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Mr. Ron Beck said those that have property on both sides of the track have a
problem keeping trash picked up and the fences fixed and is not a fair burden on
the landowner.
Mr. Clark Rowell, Sierra Club, felt the right of way is a valuable resource and
should be preserved.
Mr. Roger Yonkin, Chairman of Recreation Land Use, said they are about to
begin a study to give a recommendation.
Chairman MacNeil asked the Planning and Public Works Committee to sched-
ule a joint meeting to come up with recommendations.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Letter from Assemblyman Willis H. Stevens re Governor's budget and growth
of government expenditures, and copy of a memo from Richard Jacques and Er-
man Cocci re FY 1977-78 Financial Plan; letter from President Dale R. Corson of
Cornell suggesting a meeting with members of the University Committee on Re-
combinant DNA Research; copy of letter from Assemblyman Gary Lee to Comp-
troller Arthur Levitt asking reconsideration of administrative decision on double -
entry bookkeeping and that it might perhaps affect first-class towns and large
villages rather than all 900 plus towns and 500 plus villages by January 1, 1978;
copy of a memo from Assemblyman Lee re 1977-78 Financial Plan; executed 1977
agreements with Chamber of Commerce and Finger Lakes Association; Audit and
Control sent fiscal year periods in use by local governments in New York State;
copy of a letter from State Commission of Correction to Jail Programs Advisory
Committee commending the Tompkins County Jail for its programs; Butzel &
Kass sent issues re Case 80002—Cayuga Station that LWV-CLCA wishes to ex-
plore at pre -hearing May 2; copy of letter from Human Services Coalition to
Budget and Administration Committee re 1977 Fiscal Year recommendations on
Alcohol Recovery and EOC Outreach; copy of Rail Merger Study initial paper;
copy of EMC resolution regarding throw -away beer and soft drink container legis-
lation and requesting support of the Board of Representatives; Social Services
statistical reports for February; John W. Cowper Company, Inc. weekly progress
report for April 22; resolution of TC3 Board of Trustees re adoption of capital
budget 1977-78; answers to Interrogatories re NYSE&G—Cayuga Station; memo
from Assemblyman Gary Lee re 1977-78 State Revenue Sharing Schedule; copy of
Chamber of Commerce letter to the editor re Cayuga Station; Department of
Labor memorandums re referrals to the Special Unemployment Assistance Pro-
gram, taking maximum advantage of available federal funds for training and pro-
posed amendments to Title VI CETA regulations; copy of S.464/A.6918 of NYS
Legislature to amend the environmental conservation law in relation to regulation
of lake, river and stream levels on Oswego River Basin; letter from Barbara Wil-
cox Thusen on progress of Strand Theater; copy of a letter from Vincent Gior-
dano, Chamber president-elect re Cayuga Station; minutes of the John W. Cowper
Co., Inc. for April 26 and weekly progress report for April 29; copy of letter from
Hancock, Estabrook, Ryan, Shove & Lust to County Attorney re Schultz vs. Jou-
bert; Huber, Magill, Lawrence & Farrell to PSC re Cayuga Station figures accom-
panying answer to interrogatory 73-31, and addendum to Part 77; copy of Janu-
ary -March 1977 quarterly narrative report of Cooperative Extension Association;
Department of Labor memorandums re coordination with labor organization in
OJT programs under CETA, validation, taking maximum advantage of available
federal funds for training and referrals to the special unemployment assistant
program; minutes of Hospital Executive Committee for April 6; Finger Lakes As-
sociation outlined some of their proposed 1977 goals; William R. Shaw, Assistant
to the President of TC3 expressed interest in the developments of the special com-
mittee to study salary levels of management employees; executed copy of agree-
ment between County and Cole, Layer, Trumble Company for Assessment Roll and
Levy; Public Service Commission acknowledged receipt of Board Resolution No.
95 Cayuga Station; Department of State memorandum re Appalachian funding;
copy of letter from Hospital Administrator to D. J. Culligan re compensation to
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radiologists; Pistol Permits for April totalled $121.00; letter of appreciation from
Albert Donohue for the engraved plaque and letter from the board; letter from
Assemblyman Gary Lee re Resolution 91 in support of A6712/S4390 which allows
local governments to exempt local sales tax on heating fuels; Draft of abandoned
railroad right-of-way (Freeville to Cortland County); Supplement No. 2 of the
Code of Ordinances and Zoning Ordinance of the City of Ithaca; copy of revised
Division for Youth Rules and Regulations effective March 31, 1977 from the NYS
Executive Department, Division of Youth.
Under privilege of the floor, Mrs. Betty O. Muka asked the Board to investi-
gate Judge Bryant and District Attorney Joch and to appoint someone other than
County Attorney Williamson to investigate.
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said the Alcoholism Steer-
ing Committee has been meeting. There will be further reports on this later.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said there are still two appoint-
ments to the Mental Health Board to be made. He reported they will be discussing
problems of the Radiology Department at the hospital. The Health Committee met
with the Personnel Committee and Hospital Administrator discussing problem of
biochemist.
Mr. Robey stated Mrs. Jane Cullings has resigned as Acting Director of the
Mental Health Department. However, she will continue as administrative assist-
ant. He noted some of the reasons from her letter of resignation. He said James
Spero, Chairman of the Mental Health Board, has written a letter to several peo-
ple in the community concerned with mental health suggesting they let them know
they are concerned. The Mental Health Board wrote a letter to the Ithaca Journal
in regard to the article that mental health costs appear high here. They approved
a program of trips to Meadow House clients to nearby communities. They will
have to recruit funds for that.
Mr. Culligan said he has a letter from the Tompkins County Mental Health
Association regarding extension of emergency care. They urged the committee to
extend beyond June 12.
Mr. Holden, a member of the Planning and Public Works Committee, said
they met regarding the Airport Crash Fire and Rescue Building and Terminal
Building. The Route 96 project was discussed and it was felt the Board of Man-
agers be given an opportunity to comment to the committee before the committee
takes any position. He said they discussed the personnel organization plan for the
airport.
Mr. Holden, Personnel Committee Chairman, said they met April 29th and
discussed the deletion of the examination division of the state and the work study
program—Cornell University summer help at the hospital.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they
have taken up the matter concerning election commissioners' policy. They will
meet Wednesday to further discuss the resolution concerning the library.
Chairman MacNeil said he received a letter regarding DNA from Cornell
University.
Mrs. Livesay, Chairman, Legislative Committee, said they will meet tomorrow
regarding civil service functions that have been deleted from the state budget.
The cost is.to be borne by each municipality. They will hopefully have a resolution
by next meeting. Regarding the container deposit legislation, they are still work-
ing on it. They met with delegation from the Chamber of Commerce, Environ-
mental Management Council and national beer lobby. They hope to bring some-
thing in before the legislative session is over.
Regarding the Municipal Officials' Association, she was given a task to come
up with dog control ordinance which serves as a model.
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Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Corrections Committee, said they
met May 3. They received a letter from the County Clerk in regard to deputy
clerks and state take over. They approved the bid for fire coordinator's radios.
They also agreed to have the Sheriff draw up specifications on a car to replace
one that was involved in an accident. The Sheriff feels a compact car will be ade-
quate for the Detective Division. They also discussed the burning problem in the
county.
Mrs. Livesay said she met with representatives of DEC, Health Department,
Fire Coordinators, to see what laws exist in the county or state that would con-
form the problem and help control it. They made a decision to recommend to the
Board of Health that some changes be made in that code to prohibit the burning
of rubbish anywhere in the county.
Mr. Culligan reported the committee that was appointed to study salaries
said probably they may lean towards revaluation of Tompkins County positions.
Mr. Dates said relative to the Administrative Code, they will have something
for this board to act on within six weeks.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, reported he heard from the bond attorney
and they requested the resolution be withdrawn from the agenda today.
Permission was given to withdraw the SEQR Resolution and the Authoriza-
tion to Execute Contract—Dormitory Authority and Tompkins -Cortland Commu-
nity College Resolution, from the agenda.
RESOLUTION 99—SNOW AND ICE AGREEMENT
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, pursuant to Section 12 of the Highway
Law, relating to control of snow and ice on state highways in towns and incorpo-
rated villages, has heretofore entered into an agreement with the State of New
York for such purposes, and
WHEREAS, Sections 7 and 10 of the said agreement respectively provide a
method of modification of the map of affected state highways and of annually up-
dating the estimated expenditure, and
WHEREAS, it would be in the best interests of Tompkins County to extend
the agreement as modified and updated, for an additional one-year period, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives hereby au-
thorizes such extension of the said Snow and Ice Agreement for a period of one
year, now to expire June 30, 1979, and be it
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives is
hereby authorized and directed to execute said agreement on behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 100—ARTICLE 8-A HIGHWAY LAW—DONOVAN PLAN
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Haight. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the Board of Representatives hereby approves the Dono-
van Plan of town highways in the Town of Ulysses, in compliance with Article
8-A of the Highway Law, as filed with the Clerk of the Board of Representatives
on the 9th day of May, 1977.
RESOLUTION NO. 101—SUPPORT OF BILL S4231—BLUE CROSS RATE
FROM MEDICAID RATE
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Discussion followed.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the State of New York is facing a major fiscal crisis and has de-
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termined a part of the answer to be the reduction of the State portion of Medicaid
reimbursements to hospitals by approximately $26 million during the coming fis-
cal year, and
WHEREAS, Blue Cross purchases approximately 1/3 of the hospital services
at the Tompkins County Hospital, and
WHEREAS, Blue Cross is a not-for-profit insurance corporation, and
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Health has determined Blue Cross reim-
bursement must be tied to that of Medicaid, and
WHEREAS, if the Tompkins County Hospital is to meet its obligations to its
community, it cannot reduce care to its patients to the level that would be man-
dated if the arbitrary reductions in Medicaid payments are also applied to Blue
Cross payments, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives recom-
mends to the Governor of the State of New York that he support Bill S-4231 which
would permit the Blue Cross plans to pay an equitable rate to hospitals which
would be negotiated between the Blue Cross plans and the Hospital Association of
New York State.
RESOLUTION NO. 102—CHANGES ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
the construction manager, the architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts:
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.—General Construction
1. Storm line—rain leaders from existing buildings $ 690.00
2. Deepen cart lift pit 916.00
3. Add sheer butts—change steel 1,020.00
Total Change Order C-5 $2,626.00
1. Revise cabinet layouts
2. Hardware schedule
Total Change Order C-6
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.—
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning
1. Relocate exhaust fans
2. Revise duct work
1,794.00
3,500.00
44.85
172.50
$5,294.00
Total Change Order H-1 $ 217.35
RESOLUTION NO. 103—AWARD OF BID—MOTOROLA COMMUNICATIONS
AND ELECTRONICS, INC.
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
—Representatives Clynes, Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Fire and Disaster Coordinator has duly advertised for bids
for 12 transmitters and 1 repeater to provide service in the event of a breakdown
and update of equipment in emergency vehicles, and
WHEREAS, Motorola Communications and Electronics, Inc. of One Northern
Concourse, Syracuse, N.Y. 13212 is the lowest responsible bidder for said equip-
ment meeting all specifications on file in the Fire and Disaster Coordinator's office
for a total bid of $16,233.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
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mittee and the Fire and Disaster Coordinator, That the said bid of Motorola Com-
munications and Electronics, Inc. in the amount of $16,233.00 be and the same
hereby is accepted,
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 following appropriation of funds be and they
hereby are approved:
From: Revenue Account-2665—Sale of Equipment $1,298.26
Revenue Account-2680—Insurance Recoveries 670.74
$1,969.00
To: Fire & Disaster Coordinator -3410.200 Equipment $1,969.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 104—APPORTIONMENT OF MORTGAGE TAX
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Clerk and the County Administrator have presented
their report concerning mortgage tax receipts for the period from October 1,
1976 through March 31, 1977, pursuant to Section 261 of the Tax Law and the
same has been apportioned to the various municipalities thereto, now therefore be
it
RESOLVED, That the apportionment as presented for said period from Octo-
ber 1, 1976 through March 31, 1977 be and hereby is approved:
Municipality
Town of Caroline
Town of Danby
Town of Dryden
Village of Dryden
Village of Freeville
Town of Enfield
Town of Groton
Village of Groton
Ithaca City
Town of Ithaca
Village of Cayuga Heights
Amount Total
$16,774.36
1,208.86
277.56
3,527.10
967.74
11,695.16
2,211.09
Town of Lansing 6,503.09
Village of Lansing 1,203.82
Town of Newfield
Town of Ulysses
Village of Trumansburg
5,096.08
896.49
$ 2,925.67
2,664.71
18,260.78
920.37
4,494.84
33,908.08
13,906.25
7,706.91
3,899.39
5,992.57
Total $94,679.57
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
distribution thereof to the several tax districts.
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RESOLUTION NO. 105—OFF-SYSTEM ROADS PROJECT ADMINISTERED
BY THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION AND AUTHORIZING THE
MUNICIPALITY TO PARTICIPATE TO -THE
EXTENT OF THE NON-FEDERAL SHARE OF
THE COST OF SUCH PROJECT AND
AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
OF THE COUNTY OF TOMPKINS TO EXECUTE
AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE
MUNICIPALITY WITH THE NEW YORK STATE
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK OF SUCH
PROJECT AND FOR THE PARTICIPATION BY
THE MUNICIPALITY IN THE NON-FEDERAL
COSTS OF SUCH PROJECT
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Dates. Discussion followed. Adopted.
WHEREAS, a project for the Salmon Creek Road Bridge (#449-6) funded
under the Federal -Aid Off -System Roads Program, defined in Section 219 of Title
23 United States Code, calls for the apportionment of costs for the program to be
borne at the ratio of 70% Federal funds and 30% State or Local funds, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins recognizes that State funds are not
available for the non -Federal share of the project, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to advance the project by mak-
ing a commitment for the 30% non -Federal share of the project costs, which costs
shall include but not be limited to the cost of preliminary engineering and right-
of-way incidental work, including final design of the project, construction engi-
neering (inspection) costs incurred by the Department of Transportation, and
WHEREAS, sufficient funds are available in County Road Account D-5110.410
County Bridges to cover the cost to the County of Tompkins participation in the
cost of the project, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Board of Representatives, duly convened does hereby resolve that
the County of Tompkins concurs with the general aspects of the above subject
project be administered by the New York State Department of Transportation,
and
RESOLVED, further, That it be understood that this statement in no way
diminishes the County of Tompkins rights under present procedures to review and
comment on specific stages of the project, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Board of Representatives hereby authorizes
the County of Tompkins to provide the 30% non -Federal share of the costs of the
project and hereby authorizes the County of Tompkins to participate in the cost
of the project by either providing in-kind services, if the project is to be per-
formed by local forces, or by execution of a certified check to' the order of the
State Comptroller, or by a combination of both, and
RESOLVED, further, That this authorization shall commit the County of
Tompkins to an amount not to exceed $30,000 for the entire costs of the project
unless a supplemental agreement is made therefor, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives of
the County of Tompkins be and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary
agreements on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the New York State De-
partment of Transportation approving of the above project and providing for the
Municipality's participation in the cost of the non -Federal share of the project, at
a total cost not to exceed $30,000, and
RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be filed with the State
Commissioner of Transportation, it being understood that upon completion of the
above project, the State Commissioner of Transportation shall transmit to this
County of Tompkins a statement showing the actual costs and expenses of such
project and shall notify the County Administrator of the amount due from or to
be returned to the County of Tompkins and that any sum due the State of New
York shall be paid by the County of Tompkins within ninety (90) days after the
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date of transmittal of said statement, and the funds therefor shall be raised ac-
cording to the statutes in such cases made and provided, subject to the approval
of the Board of Representatives.
RESOLUTION NO. 106—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—CETA
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Admin-
istration Committees, That the 1977 Budget be amended as follows:
Revenue—CETA—Title III—A4730 $151,776
Appropriation—CETA—Title III
Administration —A6230 $ 16,543
Work experience —A6231 135,083
Training —A6233 150
Total Appropriation
Revenue—Summer Recreation and Transportation
Program Acct. A-4741
Appropriations Acct. A-7130
$151,776
$ 2,158
$ 2,158
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 107—CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITIONS—
COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That the following positions be and they hereby are created on a temporary basis
not to exceed ninety calendar days from the date of original hiring of each posi-
tion at the Tompkins County Hospital, effective immediately, monies being avail-
able in the 1977 budget to cover these positions:
17 Patient Aids (03-09) labor grade III, competitive class
3 Hospital Orderlies (04-04) labor grade IV, labor class
1 Ward Clerk (04-10) labor grade IV, noncompetitive class
2 Laboratory Helpers (03-06) labor grade III, labor class
3 Food Service Helpers (02-02) labor grade II, labor class
1 Store Clerk (04-08) labor grade IV, competitive class
2 Cleaners (03-01) labor grade III, labor class
5 Clerks (03-02) labor grade III, competitive class
2 X-ray technicians (09-16) labor grade IX, competitive class
1 Housekeeper (02-03) labor grade II, labor class
4 Typists, (04-09) labor grade IV, competitive class
RESOLUTION NO. 108—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CETA
AGREEMENTS—NOT-FOR-PROFIT
CORPORATIONS AND MUNICIPALITIES
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Ray. Discussion followed. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the recent CETA regulations authorize the Chairman of the
Board to enter into contracts with not-for-profit corporations, municipalities and
school districts, by which contracts CETA funds may be allocated to the afore-
mentioned organizations, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the
Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and directed to enter into
contracts with the aforementioned organizations from time to time allocating
CETA funds as available to the aforesaid organizations.
RESOLUTION NO. 109—AUTHORIZATION TO PARTICIPATE IN
TEMPORARY SUMMER WORK STUDY PROGRAM
—CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Cornell University has requested the County to participate in a
temporary work study program for the summer of 1977, and
WHEREAS, the maximum salary to be paid each temporary participant is
$1,000.00, and
WHEREAS, the temporary participants will be employees of Tompkins
County, and
WHEREAS, Cornell will reimburse Tompkins County 80% of the temporary
participant's wages, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the Com-
missioner 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
study program not to exceed a maximum of fourteen participants for all County
Departments,
RESOLVED, further, That the necessary funds be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A1990) to the appropriate County Department if required,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 110—CREATION OF POSITIONS—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations and Per-
sonnel Committees, That two positions of Security Officer, competitive class, labor
grade E at the Tompkins -Cortland Community College be created effective im-
mediately, monies for said position having been budgeted.
RESOLUTION NO. 111—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS—
TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations and
Personnel Committees, That 4 positions of Typist in the Work Processing Center
at Tompkins -Cortland Community College be abolished, effective immediately, and
that 4 positions of Word Processing Operator, competitive class, labor grade E be
created, effective immediately, necessary monies to fund the reclassification of
these positions is in the budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 112—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused—
Representatives Clynes, Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construction Account are:
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John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Management Fee #10 $8,724.87
Office Expense 910.82
Personnel 7,103.05
Levatich Miller Hoffman PC
Fred H. Thomas Assoc. PC
Architects Fee #36 7,930.00
Reimbursables—testing lab 2,168.72
Printing 102.72
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electrical #7
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #7
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning #6
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction #7
$ 16,738.74
10,098.72
72,652.50
65,250.00
107,636.00
268,618.00
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided there-
for.
Chairman MacNeil asked the news media to help broadcast the information
that the SEQR resolution has been withdrawn and brought up at a later date after
various interested parties review.
Chairman MacNeil appointed Mr. Henry Theisen to the Hospital Construction
Committee.
Chairman MacNeil reappointed Lenferd Williams and Beach Stover as agri-
business members and appointed Ed Laine to replace Beach Stover as a farmer
member.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:22 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING
MAY 23, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: Representatives -15.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the May 9, 1977 meeting were approved.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence has been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
NYS Parks and Recreation memo re grants-in-aid applications for properties
on National Register of Historic Places due June 15; Congressman McHugh sent
a summary of provisions of Public Works Employment Act of 1977; The John W.
Cowper Company April progress report and May 6 weekly report re Tompkins
County Hospital; copy of a letter and correspondence from Saperstone, Day &
Radler to John Murphy re Tompkins County Hospital construction problems;
letter from Chief Harlin McEwen of Village of Cayuga Heights Police stating that
the recording system at dispatcher's office has been used to identify subjects re-
sponsible for false alarms; Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell answer to Interroga-
tory 76-22-NYSEG—Cayuga Station; resolutions for audit of claim 108 of TC3
capital expenditures from Board of Trustees and Cortland County; memo from
Frank Liguori re Lehigh Valley Railroad right-of-way, Freeville to Cortland
meeting at Planning on May 25; Division for Youth Summary of Detention Study
Unit's final report and request for comments; material and letter from Conrad
Mattox, Jr., President, National Institute of Municipal Law Officers re constitu-
tional challenge to federal unemployment compensation taxes on cities, counties
and states; letter from Department of Audit and Control, re state take over pay-
ment of expenses of the court systems of all counties and cities in the state; letter
from Herbert Smith, Special Advisor for NYS Association of Counties urging
passage of S4089A and A6383A—welfare reform bills of 1977; memo from Assem-
blyman Lee re state aid for youth programs; letter from John Maceri, Area Ad-
ministrator, NYS Division of Probation, Syracuse, NY enclosing copy of Gover-
nor's Program Bill and memo in support of, which will provide two methods for
the state to assume responsibility for delivering probation services in a county or
City of New York; weekly progress report on Tompkins County Hospital ending
May 13 from John W. Cowper Company; memo from Joel Robinson, Manpower
Planning Secretariat re Final Regulations 1977 Summer Program for Economi-
cally Disadvantaged Youth; copy of letter to Levatich Miller Hoffman PC from
Sarkisian Brothers re Carda window matter at Tompkins County Hospital; Cer-
tificate of Insurance for Family & Children's Service, Inc. -5/15/77-78; copies of
correspondence of County Administrator and Robert L. Wilkinson re incorpora-
tion of Airport Lounge; letter from Division of Youth and including Regional Se-
cure Juvenile Detention Plan; copy from County Administrator of NYS Division
of Probation letter requesting comments on Governor's Program Bill to direct
probation services; Tailbearer-Newsletter No. 1 of SPCA and request for member-
ship and donation for building fund; letter from Broome County Executive urging
enactment of legislation to change State Finance Law, Sec. 54, to change distribu-
tion formula of State Revenue Sharing; copies of correspondence of Minority
Ways & Means Staff and Comptroller Levitt re omission of two items from state
budget Revised Plan.
Under privilege of the floor, Mr. John Marcham reported on behalf of the In-
tergovernmental Relations Study Committee that the Cable TV Commission will
come into being June 2. The City of Ithaca, all nine townships and all villages ex-
cept Dryden, Freeville, Groton have agreed to join. This has been a good example
of intermunicipal cooperation. He thanked Mrs. Sandra Babcock of the board's
staff for all her help with this project.
Mr. Robey publicly thanked John Marcham, who did most of the work on this
difficult task.
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Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, reported that the rates on
nursing homes may soon increase nine to ten per cent in Tompkins County. The
State may reimburse a greater share on home relief in the next few months. He
also said the IV -D Program will hopefully be ready for the next board meeting.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said they met last week and re-
viewed the interim coverage, after-hours coverage, for the mental health emer-
gency program set up by the department for six months that is to expire June 12.
The program has been successful. He will ask to put a resolution on the agenda
today to extend this coverage for another six months. They discussed and listened
to the staff and members of the Meadow House Advisory Board for the need of a
full-time supervising social worker at Meadow House. The program is increasing.
They also listened to a group headed by Mr. Guy Klemanski of the Salvation
Army. They are ready to build a new building adjacent to the present building.
They would consider the building an emergency housing facility and could be
utilized by the county with their program set up for the administering of the state
law on sobering -up stations. They would like the county to fund about $20,000 of
that project. Funds have been frozen by the state in this matter and perhaps if
the funds can be unfrozen statewide to our county, they will seriously look toward
this program. They also approved a request from Dr. Kathleen Gaffney for a
half-time typist to be changed to full time at the Groton Health Office. They had
requests from the youthful drug abuse group for additional $2,890 of county
money. It is a good program and they want to extend it from July 1 to December
31, subject that the amount is already in the Health Department budget. He re-
ferred it to the Budget and Administration Committee. He said there is to be a
public hearing of the Health Department on the updated copy of the Sanitary
Code, May 25, 1977 at 7:30 p.m. He said they listened to the request of the Hos-
pital Board of Managers and discussed the serious problems of radiologists and
the committee approved 4-1 an open-end contract for $80,000 to keep the core of
the hospital running. There is a resolution on today's agenda.
For the record, Mr. Clynes noted the hospital 1976 operation of the hospital
was on the plus side.
Mr. Robey said he received a letter of resignation from Edgar Amdur, acting
director of the Mental Health Clinic, effective June 1, 1977. He would like to
schedule a meeting to discuss the administration at the Mental Health Depart-
ment.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, said they met
and agreed to forestall any further action on the implementation of SEQR. They
also reviewed all airport projects and later in the meeting there will be a short
report from Thomas G. Miller, consultant on the proposed terminal building
project.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, said they met and discussed the
Radiologist Department and the problems there. They approved raising the grade
of the Biochemist from Grade 18 to 19 and a resolution will be considered today.
Regarding a credit union, they will be looking for information on cost and then
will be discussing it further. Regarding negotiations for executive level people, he
said the Special Representatives Committee is looking into it.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said they
met and covered two items. They made some changes in the library resolution
which will be presented this morning. They discussed mail -in registration forms
with the Election Commissioners and how that service could be administered. They
will provide forms in any numbers to any individual who requests it.
Mrs. Livesay, Chairman, Special Legislative Committee, noted they have sev-
eral resolutions on the agenda today. Their next meeting is at 4 p.m. tomorrow.
They had a Special Committee meeting last week with Probation Consultant Louis
R. Webster on the legislation for state take over of Probation. They will be dis-
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cussing that tomorrow and hopefully make a decision. She said they would appre-
ciate any input from the board. She said they will also discuss business investment
exemption. She requested privilege of the floor for speakers on two different reso-
lutions at the appropriate time.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, said there is an
informational meeting June 1 at 7:00 p.m. followed by a public hearing June 13th
regarding revenue sharing.
Mr. Stevenson, Chairman, Hospital Construction Committee, said there are
three hospital change orders on today's agenda.
Mr. Webster said the Criminal Justice Advisory Board meeting will be held
May 26th at 3:30 p.m. The Crime Planner from Southern Tier East Regional Plan-
ning and Development Board will be attending to explain the work his group is
doing with respect to regional adult detention.
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, reported regarding Tompkins -Cortland
Community College requests for capital funding for 1977-78 for road shoulders
and electrical work.
Mr. MacNeil said he received a copy of a report from the Special Representa-
tives' Committee. A copy will be available for anyone interested.
Mr. Watros spoke concerning a meeting of the youth commission last week
regarding the state per capita aid for Division of Youth and the local require-
ments for assuring it be continued. They have talked at length and studied in de-
tail for a year the possibility of going into a county -wide youth bureau. It appears
a comprehensive plan must be developed prior to receiving funds for 1978. The
commission is going to be further studying this and will be meeting with the Plan-
ning and Public Works Committee and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
concerning these issues.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, said he received a total of five proceedings
involving tax assessments.
Permission was given for the following resolutions to be added to today's
agenda: Extension of emergency after hours coverage—Mental Health Depart-
ment; Appropriation of Funds—Tompkins-Cortland Community College—Road
Shoulders and Electrical Work; Authorization for County Attorney to execute
agreement with District Attorney.
It was Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mrs. Livesay, That Resolution No.
54—Policies and Procedures for Operation of the Library, be lifted from the table.
Motion to lift from the table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 54—POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR OPERATION
OF THE LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Watros. A lengthy discussion took
place. A roll call was taken which resulted as follows: Ayes— Representatives
Benson, Haight, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster -8. Noes—
Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Holden, Kidney, Ray, MacNeil — 7.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Public Library is a corporation chartered
by the Regents of the University of the State of New York, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of said Library is appointed by Tompkins
County and is charged by law with management and operation of the library, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County is the chief source of funds for the Library
opereration and owns and maintains the library building, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the County hereby adopts the following policies and procedures in
regard to the Library operations:
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1. The Library shall continue to request a budget appropriation on such
forms and at such times as required by the County. Once the annual appropriation
is made, County approval shall not be required except for transfers between cate-
gories.
2. The Library may purchase equipment, supplies and furniture directly,
within the amounts appropriated therefor, and do all accounting and disburse-
ments.
3. The Library Director shall be accountable to the Trustees.
4. The Trustees shall keep the County fully informed concerning the Library
matters, including monthly financial reports, minutes of trustees meetings, direc-
tor's reports and such other information the County may request.
5. The Library building and grounds shall continue to be maintained by the
County.
6. The Trustees shall assume authority over library personnel, including the
establishment of job descriptions and grade scales, subject to Civil Service and
other laws and subject to contracts with the Civil Service Employees Association.
7. The Trustees shall manage and operate the Library in all other respects
as provided by the Education Law of the State of New York.
RESOLVED, further, That these policies and procedures shall take effect
upon their acceptance by the Board of Trustees of the Library.
RESOLUTION NO. 113—SALARY OF RADIOLOGIST—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson. A lengthy discussion took
place. Mr. Louis Nayman, President of the Civil Service Employees Association,
felt in terms of renegotiating salaries or reopening negotiations between the
County and Civil Service Employees Association, that is something they are will-
ing to consider. Mr. Herrell DeGraff, President of the Hospital Board of Managers
spoke in favor of the increase. Resolution adopted with Representatives Holden
and Haight casting dissenting votes. Representatives Benson, Kidney, Miller and
Livesay asked that their Aye votes be under protest.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That Doctor
Besancon and Doctor Dougan, Radiologists of Tompkins County Hospital, receive
compensation of $80,000 per year, each, effective immediately.
RESOLVED, further, That this be done by placing Doctor Besancon and Doc-
tor Dougan in ungraded positions subject to any negotiated increase,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives
recommends to the Board of Managers of the Tompkins County Hospital, that
Doctor Besancon and Doctor Dougan serve as co -directors of the radiology depart-
ment.
RESOLUTION NO. 114—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION—BIOCHEMIST
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Discussion took place.
Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That the position of Biochemist, competitive class, labor grade XVIII (18-11) be
regraded to labor grade XIX (19-15) competitive class, effective immediately.
Monies for said increase are in the 1977 budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 115—AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH FINAL
DESIGN OF THE TERMINAL BUILDING
IMPROVEMENTS, ENGINEERING AGREEMENT,
AND THE NECESSARY FINANCIAL PLAN AND
APPROPRIATIONS
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion took place. Thomas
G. Miller, Engineer and Consultant, reported on the progress and plans. Adopted.
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WHEREAS, Resolution No. 239, October 25, 1976, did authorize the prepara-
tion of schematic plans for the Airport Terminal Building improvements by engi-
neering consultant T. G. Miller and architect Victor Bagnardi, and
WHEREAS, the schematic phase has been completed and has been reviewed
by the Planning and Public Works Committee, and
WHEREAS, the consultants have submitted two schemes which differ pri-
marily in the provisions for heating as shown in the tabulations below, and
WHEREAS, upon evaluation of the alternative schemes, the Planning and
Public Works Committee does recommend Scheme No. 1 in that said scheme will
(1) result in a $1,500 per year savings in fuel cost, (2) make possible improved
circulation and utilization of space within the terminal, and (3) will result in an
improved heating system with a new boiler to replace the boiler which would re-
main under the Scheme No. 2 proposal, thus extending the useful life of the heat-
ing system, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That Scheme No. 1 is hereby accepted at a total estimated cost of $186,000,
contingent upon FAA grants in the amount of 50% ($93,000) and NYS DOT
grants in the amount of 75% of the balance ($69,750), leaving a local share of
$23,250, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized to execute a contractual agreement with the engineers and architects
for the remainder of the engineering work, including final design and supervision
during construction, and
RESOLVED, further, That funding will be provided in a subsequent resolu-
tion.
Item Scheme No. 1
Terminal Building Alterations and Additions $ 90,000
Heating (gas) 33,000)
Electric work 12,000) 45,000
Insulation (ceiling) 6,000
Access work 25,000
Engineer and Architect Fees 20,000
$186,000
FAA Share $ 93,000
NYS DOT Share 69,750
County Share 23,250
RESOLUTION NO. 116—RESOLUTION OF ENDORSEMENT OF SPCA
SHELTER RENOVATION AND EXPANSION
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the SPCA provides the only animal dog pound and shelter fa-
cility in the County, and
WHEREAS, the needs for animal shelter capability have exceeded the
capacity of the current facility, and
WHEREAS, the SPCA acts as dog warden for and provides pound facilities
for Tompkins County and its municipalities, and
WHEREAS, the SPCA is currently engaged in fund raising activity so that a
renovated and expanded facility can be provided other than at taxpayer expense,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, That
the Tompkins County Board of Representatives endorses the fund raising efforts
and building program of the Tompkins County SPCA, and urges the support of
this program by the residents of Tompkins County.
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RESOLUTION NO. 117—APPROVAL OF PROPOSED LEGISLATION—NEW
ARTICLE 7 OF AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS
LAW
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion took place. Mr.
Bill Brothers from the SPCA spoke to the board. Resolution adopted with Repre-
sentative Clynes casting a dissenting vote.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, That
this Board urges sponsorship and support of the following bill pending in the New
York State Legislature:
A7825 Bianchi—Repeal Article 7, add new Article 7—An act to amend the
agriculture and markets law, in relation to the licensing and identification of dogs,
the control and protection of the dog population and the protection of persons,
property, domestic animals and deer from dog attack and damage, subsidizing
humane education programs in responsible dog ownership and the spaying and
neutering of dogs, and to repeal article seven of such law relating thereto,
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies of this resolution be forwarded to
Governor Hugh L. Carey; Chairman of Senate Agriculture Committee, Edwyn E.
Mason; Chairman of Assembly Agriculture Committee, William Bianchi, Jr.; Sen-
ator William T. Smith; Assemblyman Gary A. Lee; and Commissioner of Agricul-
ture and Markets, J. Roger Barber.
RESOLUTION NO. 118—APPROVAL OF PROPOSED LEGISLATION—
AMEND SECTIONS 109, 119 AND 371 OF
AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS LAW
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Watros. Discussion took place.
Adopted with Representative Clyne casting a dissenting vote.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee,
That this Board approves the following bills pending in the New York State Leg-
islature:
A5039 Bianchi—Amend Section 109, Agric. & Mkts Law, to change reference from
male dog and spayed female dog, to sterilized dog in provisions describing license
and tag fee to be paid to clerk or dog warden, to change reference from unspayed
female dog to unsterilized dog, and to increase from $5 to $7 license fee therefor,
and to provide that city of more than 275,000 operating animal shelter or pound
may exercise authority to set license fees as described herein if fee for unsterilized
dogs shall always be at least $5 greater than that for sterilized dogs.
A2603 -S2089 Riford—Amend Sections 119, 371, Agric. & Mkts Law to include
agent or officer of incorporated society for prevention of cruelty to animals acting
under contract with municipality for performance of dog warden services, in pro-
visions providing that dog warden shall have all powers of constable or other
peace officer in execution of provisions hereof, including issuance of appearance
ticket pursuant to provisions of criminal procedure law makes related changes,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That certified copies be forwarded to Senator William T. Smith
and Assemblyman Gary A. Lee.
RESOLUTION NO. 119—URGING APPROPRIATE LAWS TO ENCOURAGE
THE USE OF REUSABLE BEVERAGE
CONTAINERS
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Miller. A lengthy discussion took
place. Mr. Richard Fischer spoke to the board in favor of this resolution. Adopted
with Representatives Ray, Culligan, and Clynes casting dissenting votes.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Environmental Management Council has
adopted a resolution supporting beverage container deposit, and
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WHEREAS, maximum benefit from legislation which would encourage the
use of returnable beverage containers can best be achieved by national and state
legislation, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, That
this Board hereby joins the Environmental Management Council in petitioning the
Congress of the United States and the Legislature of New York State to pass
Federal bills 11939-S276 and New York State A2206-5704 which will require de-
posits on all beverage containers,
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies of this resolution be forwarded to
United States Senators Jacob K. Javits and Daniel P. Moynihan; United States
Congressmen Matthew McHugh and William F. Walsh; Governor Hugh L. Carey;
Senator William T. Smith and Assemblyman Gary A. Lee.
RESOLUTION NO. 120—AUDIT OF CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Robey. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused—
Representatives Kidney and Webster -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the claim audited by the Intergovernmental Relations Committee
in the amount of $880.00 to be paid from the Capital Construction Account of the
Tompkins -Cortland Community College is:
Claim No. 108—Capital Construction—Engineering Fee Electrical Demand
Control—$880.00
Now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amount be and the same is hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is au-
thorized and directed to pay said claim out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 121—AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN ATTORNEYS—
HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
WHEREAS, from time to time legal problems may arise out of the construc-
tion of the Tompkins County Hospital, and
WHEREAS, said problems may require lengthy arbitration or other legal
proceedings, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
That the firm of Saperston, Day & Radler of Buffalo, New York, be retained on
an as needed basis by the County of Tompkins in connection with legal services as
required in connection with the construction of said hospital.
RESOLUTION NO. 122—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Ray. Discussion took place. Adopted
with Representative Benson casting a dissenting vote.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
the construction manager, the architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts.
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
1. Additional (6) lavatories $7,684.00
2. Change sanitary lines 1,731.00
3. Revisions to Ortho O.R. room 532.00
Total Change Order P-1—Add $ 9,947.00
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Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.—General Construction
Difference case work allowance
Total Change Order C-8—Add
Added toilet accessories $2,144.00
Change doors 178.00
Total Change Order C-7—Add
Madison Electric Co., Inc.—Electrical
Revisions and additions
Total Change Order E-4—Add
$35,084.50
$ 2,322.00
$ 4,988.00
RESOLUTION NO. 123—CORRECTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL—
TOWN OF DANBY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, this Board is informed that an error was made in the 1977 tax
roll for the Town of Danby, namely, Tax Map Parcel No. 2-11-1-6.3, 893 Steam
Mill Road, Ithaca, New York, assessed to Maynard D. & Margaret F. Georgia, was
erroneously assessed at $21,780 an erroneous listing of the main area at 2308 Sq.
Ft. rather than the corect 1,308 Sq. Ft., whereas same should have been assessed
at $14,720, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That Tax Map Parcel No. 2-11-1-6.3, assessed to Maynard D. & Margaret F.
Georgia, erroneously assessed at $21,780 be reduced to $14,720 on the 1977 Assess-
ment Roll for the Town of Danby, and refund the sum of $465.67 to Maynard D. &
Margaret F. Georgia and charge back to the County $43.27; charge back to the
town $110.11 and charge back to the school district $312.29.
RESOLUTION NO. 124—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CERTIFICATE OF
THE LOCAL SPONSOR OF THE COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the Chairman of the Board and the County Administrator be and they
hereby are authorized to execute certificate of the local sponsor of the community
college.
RESOLUTION NO. 125—A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FORM AND
SUBSTANCE OF A PROPOSED AGREEMENT
AMONG THE COUNTIES OF TOMPKINS AND
CORTLAND, THE DORMITORY AUTHORITY OF
THE STATE OF NEW YORK AND THE
COMMUNITY COLLEGE JOINTLY SPONSORED BY
SUCH COUNTIES PERTAINING, AMONG OTHER
MATTERS, TO THE FINANCING OF ONE HALF OF
THE CAPITAL COSTS OF CERTAIN FACILITIES
FOR SUCH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, DELEGATING
TO THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF SAID
COUNTY AUTHORITY, ON BEHALF OF SAID
COUNTY, TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER TO THE
AUTHORITY SAID AGREEMENT AND GRANTING
APPROVAL TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
SUCH COMMUNITY COLLEGE TO SIMILARLY
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EXECUTE AND DELIVER SUCH AGREEMENT ON
BEHALF OF SUCH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Ayes—Representatives Ray,
Robey, Theisen, Watros, Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Livesay,
Miller, MacNeil -13. Noes—O. Excused—Representatives Kidney and Webster -2.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins, New
York, hereby finds and determines that, pursuant to the provisions of Article 126
of the Education Law, the County of Tompkins has established a Community Col-
lege, with the County of Cortland, acting as joint local sponsors, for said Coun-
ties, has together with such joint local sponsor, provided for the financing of not
exceeding one-half of the amount of the capital costs of certain facilities for such
Community College (herein and in the Agreement called the "Project") and has
requested the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York to provide for the
financing of not to exceed one-half of the amount of the capital costs of said Proj-
ect and, in furtherance thereof and after discussion of the provisions of such
Agreement, wishes to approve the form and substance of a proposed Agreement
among said Counties, the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York and the
Community College pertaining, among other matters, to said proposed Dormitory
Authority financing of one-half of the capital costs of said Project and to grant
approval to the Board of Trustees of the Community College to execute and de-
liver such Agreement; NOW THEREFORE, BE 1T
RESOLVED, by the Board of Representatives, of the County of Tompkins,
New York, as follows:
Section 1. The form and substance of a proposed Agreement dated as of
May 17, 1977 by and among the Counties of Tompkins and Cortland, State of New
York, the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York and the Community
College locally sponsored by such Counties (herein the "Agreement"), in substan-
tially the form presented to this meeting and attached hereto as Exhibit A, are
hereby approved.
Section 2. The Chairman of the Board of Representatives of the County of
Tompkins, New York, is hereby authorized, on behalf of said County of Tompkins,
to execute and deliver to the Authority the aforesaid Agreement described in Sec-
tion 1 of this resolution, with such non -substantive changes in terms and form as
said Board of Representatives shall approve. The execution thereof by said Chair-
man, Board of Representatives shall constitute conclusive evidence of the approval
of this Board of Representatives.
Section 3. The County also hereby grants approval to the Board of Trustees
of the Community College jointly sponsored by the County to authorize the ap-
proval of, and to execute and deliver to the Authority, such Agreement.
Section 4. This resolution is contingent on adoption of concurrent resolution
by Cortland County Legislature.
Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
Mr. Dates requested a public hearing be set for June 13, 1977 at 10:00 a.m.
regarding federal revenue sharing money.
RESOLUTION NO. 126—REQUEST FOR STATE TAKE-OVER FOR TWO
POSITIONS—COUNTY COURT
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, two positions in the County Clerk's office are devoted solely to
work in the Courts, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections and
Special Legislative Committees, That this Board supports state reclassification
and funding of two additional court positions in the County Clerk's Office,
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies of this resolution be forwarded to
Governor Hugh L. Carey, Senator William T. Smith and Assemblyman Gary A.
• Lee.
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RESOLUTION NO. 127—CREATION OF POSITION—PROBATION
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Discussion took place.
Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Public Safety and Cor-
rections Committees, That one position of Probation Assistant, competitve class,
labor grade VI (06-14) be created effective immediately. Monies for said position
are available in the 1977 Budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 128—RESTORE MONIES FOR STATE CIVIL SERVICE
EXAM DIVISION
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion took place.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the original 1977 State Budget does not include any funds for
the continuation of the State Exam Division, and
WHEREAS, the State Exam Division provides for Tompkins County all of
the preparation, printing and rating at no cost to the County, of exams for Tomp-
kins County. and
WHEREAS, for each local Civil Service Department to create its own exam
division would cost the local taxpayers more monies and require a tremendous
duplication of services and effort, and
WHEREAS. the State is required to provide exams for its employees by
Constitution so Division cannot be abolished, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, That
the Tompkins County Board of Representatives asks Governor Carey to restore
the 1.6 million to fund the State Exam Division in the Supplemental Budget and
requests the support of Assemblyman Gary A. Lee and Senator William Smith in
such request.
RESOLUTION NO. 129—EXTENSION OF EMERGENCY AFTER HOURS
COVERAGE—MENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Robey. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 289 of 1976 made it possible for an emergency
after hours coverage for Tompkins County Mental Health Department, and
WHEREAS, the after hours coverage contract will expire on June 12, 1977,
and
WHEREAS, the need for this service still exists and the program is working
well, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the after
hours emergency coverage program be continued beyond June 12, 1977 for another
six months, and
RESOLVED, further, That all employees in the present Mental Health De-
partment be given first option to provide this service and if they are not inter-
ested, they will decline in writing,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is subject to agreement by the
Tompkins County Civil Service Employees' Association.
RESOLUTION NO. 130—APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE—ROAD
SHOULDERS AND ELECTRICAL WORK
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Ray. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Kidney and Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Board of Trustees of Tompkins -
Cortland Community College and the Intergovernmental Relations Committee that
the sum of $24,000 be appropriated from the Tompkins -Cortland Community Col-
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lege Joint Capital Construction Account ($12,000 of said sum being revenue from
S.U.N.Y.) for the fiscal year April 1, 1977 through March 31, 1978 for the con-
struction of road shoulders at the Tompkins -Cortland Community College prem-
ises and certain electrical work, and
RESOLVED, further, That the apportionment between Cortland and Tomp-
kins Counties shall be based on final state equalization rates applicable to 1977-78
Tompkins -Cortland Community College budget year, and
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books, and
RESOLVED, further, That the adoption of this resolution is subject to the
adoption of a concurrent resolution by the County Legislature of Cortland County.
RESOLUTION NO. 131—AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNTY ATTORNEY TO
EXECUTE AGREEMENT WITH DISTRICT
ATTORNEY
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion took place. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That pursuant to Section 254 of F.C.A. Family Court Act, the County At-
torney be and he hereby is authorized to execute an agreement with the District
Attorney for the temporary assignment of personnel to present juvenile delin-
quency petitions in designated felony cases.
RESOLUTION NO. 132—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Ayes -12. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Kidney, Watros, Webster -3. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $152,522.24
Encumbrances 2,930.95
County Self Insurance 379.10
Printing Transfers 1,457.81
Airport 12,271.86
Highway 259,807.80
Total $429,369.74
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.
Mrs. Benson reported the Board was awarded, and Chairman MacNeil ac-
cepted on behalf of the Board, an award for the renovation of the Old Courthouse
as a historical work of historical preservation from Historic Ithaca.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:57 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 13, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: Representatives -15.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
At this time the chairman recessed the meeting for a public hearing.
PUBLIC HEARING
The Chairman opened the public hearing on Federal Revenue Sharing Funds
and read the notice as it appeared in the official newspapers.
Representative Dates explained that there is a new federal and state law this
year requiring two public hearings. The first informational hearing was held June
1, 1977 at 7:00 p.m. At budget time last fall they did not have the amounts re-
quired for the following proposed uses of Federal Revenue Sharing funds:
Tompkins County Library—lighting $35,619
E.O.C.—programs 12,095
Challenge ARC—programs 16,095
Dryden Senior Housing Corp.—construction 12,000
$75,809
The resolution will be presented for consideration later in the meeting.
No one else wished to speak and Chairman MacNeil closed the hearing at
10:04 a.m.
The minutes of May 27, 1977 were approved as presented.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence has been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Minutes of Tompkins County Environmental Management Council for May 12,
the Hospital Construction Executive Committee for May 5 and minutes of the
John W. Cowper Co., Inc. progress meeting for May 17 and 31, Coordination meet-
ing of May 18 and 26, weekly progress report of May 20, monthly progress meet-
ing for May; letter and fact sheet from TC3 President Hushang Bahar re the
plight of budgeting for community colleges; copy of executed agreement between
Thomas G. Miller, PC and County of Tompkins for design of airport runway, taxi-
way and apron area overlays; Center for Environmental Information, Inc. in Mon-
roe County SEQR information sheet; State Board of Equalization and Assessment
annual artification of agricultural value factors; notice of tentative state equaliza-
tion rates for Towns of Danby -38.46, Groton -46.72, Ithaca -50.66, Ulysses -
41.38; NYS Department of State, Division of Community Affairs, regional meet-
ings announcements; Governor Carey's acknowledgement of Resolution No. 101—
Blue Cross/Medicaid uncoupling bill; PSC granting City of Lockport full -party
status in NYSE&G—Cayuga Station; Department of Labor memo re energy con-
servation through CETA; answers to Part 80 Interrogatories—Cayuga Station;
PSC ruling on notice of intention to offer testimony with respect to alternate sites;
copies of letters from Probation Director Donald Wilson to State Director of Pro-
bation and Council of NYS Probation Administrators re opposition to Governor's
Program Bill; application and budget for the third year operation of the Area
Agency sponsored by Tompkins County Office for the Aging; resolutions of TC3
Board of Trustees requesting restoration of State Aid Formula for community
colleges, approving form and subst:.nce of proposed agreement—Dormitory Au-
thority, and purchasing procedure for surplus property; resolutions of Cortland
County adopting capital budget of TC3; Department of Labor memorandum re
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Title VI project agreement package and enrollment validation; copy of a letter
from James Erklenz to John Murphy—retirement payment 1977; PSC letter to
City of Lockport Economic Industrial Advisory Committee granting full -part
status in Cayuga Station; notice of record of Susquehanna River Basin Flood Con-
trol Review Study; Department of State memo re special consideration for vet-
erans in selection of participants in public service employment and enrollment
validation; NYSAC press release quoting Chairman MacNeil and endorsing the
Anderson Bill for the Emergency County Overburden Aid Plan; West End Busi-
ness Association Route 96 recommendations to Mayor; revised 1977 State Aid
claim of Mental Health; Richard Fischer, Task Team of Special Environmental
Problems, thanking the Board for the stand on container legislation; letter from
Office of Academic Funding at Cornell University, in appreciation of Chairman
MacNeil's participation in discussions on recombinant DNA; Department of Labor
memorandums re administrative staffing -fiscal personnel, hiring under Title II
and VI expansion, and definition of terms, poverty income guidelines and BLS
lower living standard income levels; resolution of Cortland County re Dormitory
Authority agreement; NACo sent four fact sheets on Federal legislation relating
to alcohol abuse and alcoholism; Social Services monthly balances for April; TC3
President Hushang Bahar thanked Chairman MacNeil for support in Albany to
restore state aid formula; Department of Labor list of projects approved by BOS
Manpower Planning Council and Prime Sponsor; PSC notice of further hearings—
NYSEG—Cayuga Station July 6-15; letter from G. E. Landen, Department of
Cinema Studies and Photography at Ithaca College and Board of Directors of Spe-
cial Children's Center re problems in Mental Health Department; Final Draft of
Special Representatives' Study Committee report; letter from District Attorney
Joseph Joch re copy machine, space, condition of office, etc.; Weekly Progress Re-
port June 3 from the John W. Cowper Company; Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell
re hearing schedules for NYSE&G—Cayuga Station; Empire State Chamber of
Commerce weekly legislative summary; State Director of Probation requesting
that support for Governor's Program Bill be expressed to our senators and assem-
blymen; Resolution of Cortland County requesting restoration of State Aid for-
mula for community colleges; Congressman William Walsh acknowledged our
resolution relative to reuseable beverage containers; copy of a letter from Saper-
ston, Day & Radler to Fred Thomas re Sarkisian Brothers, Inc. demand for arbi-
tration; Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell Ash Disposal Report in Case 80002
NYSE&G—Cayuga Station and answer to Interrogatory 73-11-F; copies of Tomp-
kins County Hospital report and recommendation on governance for the Board of
Representatives; letter from Lawrence Hamilton, Professor of Natural Resources
at NYS College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell, commending Chair-
man MacNeil for "statesman-like judgment in the political arena"; minutes of
Hospital Executive Committee meeting for June 2; memo from Department of
State re 701 Land Use and Housing Elements and Review and approval process;
letter and statement of Secretary Joseph Califano, Jr. re President Carter's twelve
goals for welfare reform and that area meetings will be held through NACo.
Mr. Clark Hamlin, Chairman of the Special Representatives' Study Committee
appointed by Chairman MacNeil, reported to the board on the committee's recom-
mendations. He said they have had several meetings and made two surveys—one
of the Board of Representatives here and one from other counties of the state.
They had good response and have recommendations—not unanimous but they were
the considered opinion of the committee. Regarding meetings, they looked at how
they could increase citizen participation and how can they make this Board of
Representatives more available to candidates running for the Board. They came to
the conclusion that meeting time does not have much to do with citizen participa-
tion. More often than not it is caused by particular items of interest to the public.
In regard to changing the meeting time to make it available to more people, they
came to the conclusion that an evening meeting would not necessarily be the only
alternative to a day meeting. They suggested on a trial basis for one year a semi-
monthly meeting at 4:00 p.m. The next recommendation regarded business and
industry attitude toward policies for elected officials. They found Tompkins County
was not unlike many counties that are very liberal to release time to legislators.
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They feel they should continue to try to impress upon industry the importance of
local government and the necessity that citizens participate and become members
of this board. They also looked into the question of committees and came up with
the recommendation that it might be better if additional staff were assigned to
some of the committees. They felt it could ease the weight of taking committee
minutes, writing up committee reports, research on specific issues, and informa-
tion flow between committees and this board and public would be beneficial to both.
On the salary question, they found through the survey that only four counties of
those counties surveyed paid less than Tompkins County. They came to the con-
clusion this was unrealistic. The average for counties our size, between 50,000 and
105,000 now pay close to $4500. Tompkins County pays $3500. They recommend
the salary be raised to $4500. They are suggesting, however, it be done in two
steps—raising to $4000 effective in January 1978 and then from $4000 to $4500 in
1980. The last recommendation was on the two -hat situation. There were mixed
feelings on whether or not a member of the Board of Representatives should be
allowed to also hold an elective office in the town, village or city. They came to
the conclusion that this is a home rule right and feel if a town, village or city
wishes that to be, then that should be their right to do it. They looked into the
legal question and it is legal. It would require an amendment to the present Char-
ter. It would also require an act of the jurisdiction—town, city or village. They
are also suggesting they try to increase the amount of publicity as to meeting
times, increase amount of information in the agenda, provide citizens with infor-
mation when they come to a board meeting that would tell them what is happen-
ing, who the members of the board are, and generally procedures of the board.
Another suggestion is that the board room may not be the most ideal and possibly
rearrangement of the desks could make more room for citizens. They were told in
times past, that a training program was carried out for newly elected legislators
and they feel it is a good idea and should be reconsidered again this year when
newly elected legislators come on this board. Their last recommendation is that
sufficient time has now gone by to allow them to make a good judgment as to
effectiveness of the charter. They suggest a special committee be appointed to
examine the charter. He said the committee appreciated the opportunity of work-
ing for the board. He mentioned the names of the people on the committee—Lucia
Armstrong, Virginia Bizzell, Edward Lutz, John Marcham, Harris Dates, Donald
Culligan, W. David Curtiss.
Discussion took place and Chairman MacNeil expressed appreciation to the
committee and assigned the report to the Budget and Administration Committee
to make a recommendation to the Board by June 27. Anyone on the Board or the
public that would like to make input to the Budget and Administration Committee
may do so. He also said a copy of this report is available in the Clerk's office.
Under privilege of the floor, Mr. Ralph Jordan, Executive Director of the
Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce, spoke about bottle legislation and
wished to correct a misunderstanding that the businessmen who met with the
Legislative Committee May 17th did not appear to oppose bottle legislation. The
persons who attended were unanimously in opposition to bottle deposit legislation.
He said if there were those on the board who voted to support such legislation
truly believing it would not be detrimental to local business, he suggested recon-
sideration of the issue. He also stated that not one of some twenty plus firms con-
tacted to attend the meeting felt any positive reaction to such legislation locally.
(No members requested reconsideration.)
Mr. Sam Cohen from the Ithaca Youth Bureau, spoke under privilege of the
floor expressing his concern on the County -wide Youth Bureau issue and is hope-
ful the Board will decide in favor of a County -wide Youth Bureau.
Mr. Watros requested that those here to speak re revenue sharing funds be
allowed to speak when the resolution is presented.
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said the committee met
May 23. Since then they met with John Murphy on the IV -D Program and hope to
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have a resolution to present June 27. He said the Alcoholism Steering Committee
has met on trying to coordinate alcoholism programs in Tompkins County. He said
possibly by next August or September there will be a request for county money
because of combination of two programs.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said interviews are being held
with people who have indicated to the New York State Civil Service that they are
interested in possibly becoming a Director of the Mental Health Services here.
The Health Committee will meet June 21 at 7:30 p.m. There is a resolution on the
agenda today for a transfer of funds for the Mental Health Department.
Mr. Clynes announced there will be a special meeting of the Hospital Board
of Managers regarding hospital governance tonight at 7:30 p.m.
Mr. Robey announced the mental health liaison has been divided up and Mrs.
Benson is liaison to drug and alcohol programs, Mr. Dates is liaison to Challenge
Industries and Mr. Robey will continue as liaison to the Mental Health Board.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, pointed out
they will be going to bid on the crash, fire, rescue building at the airport in the
next two weeks. They will include a ninety -day delay clause in award of the con-
tract so they can be sure of funding. Regarding the SEQR resolution, the staff is
still working. There is a September 1 partial deadline and if it holds, they will
bring a recommendation to this Board. Mr. Clynes said on the youth committee
report that in deference to the special committee handling it and the work the
County Planning Board has done on it, that he felt as Chairman of the Planning
and Public Works Committee that that is where it belongs and it should come
from the County Planning Board to this group.
Mr. Holden reported the Personnel Committee met last Thursday on CETA
positions. On CETA Stimulus Funds, tied in with the request for increased posi-
tions in personnel, we anticipate about 1.5 million total on the 45 projects and
about 196 people approved by the committee and on to the state.
Mr. Watros said the Intergovernmental Relations Committee met last
Wednesday. They discussed appointments to EOC and the Intergovernmental Re-
lations Study Committee for later in this meeting and they are requesting nomi-
nees for the Library Board of Trustees for appointment at the next meeting.
Mrs. Livesay said the Special Legislative Committee met May 24 and will
meet again June 14. There will be resolutions later in the meeting. She said she
had thought of requesting legislation to have alcohol beverage tax money put back
into programs for alcoholism. The Committee felt the county should proceed on
implementation of SEQR, that by considering our own regulations we might bet-
ter recommend changes in the State regulations.
Mr. Haight reported the Public Safety and Corerction Committee met June 7
for discussion of specifications for a car in the Sheriff's Department to be mainly
used for the detective division but at times for pursuit. We are asking this Board
for advice on either a six or an eight cylinder car. Sheriff Howard requested a
mid-size car to be used in all kinds of road conditions and to transport prisoners.
Mr. Dates asked specifically if these specifications could be met by Ford, Gen-
eral Motors, and Chrysler. Mr. Webster said they shortened the wheel base on the
specifications and that now he felt everybody could bid. Mr. Haight said the
Sheriff's lowest request for wheelbase was 1127/(i inches, the committee decided
on 110 and now were discussing 109. In a voice vote the Board decided on 109 inch
wheelbase. Mr. Burr said there were other questions on specifications and the
chairman told those interested to contact Mr. Burr by Wednesday.
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, reported on a meeting last Wednesday
with Jack Gilroy and Warren Currier of Challenge, and although there is a possi-
bility of certain funding either State or Federal but if in fact there are cuts, they
feel they can get through the year with the $16,095 with managerial steps. The
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county -owned property resolution is property at 213 S. Plain Street. On the hos-
pital revenue anticipation note, we have a payment due Wednesday to the State
of New York for approximately 1.5 million dollars in retirement funds for the
current year's payment -1977. The hospital share is approximately $749,000. We
have already advanced $103,000 on a previous payment so today's resolution autho-
rizes borrowing up to $852,000. The hospital is optimistic that by June 28 they
could have adjustments and reimbursements of third -party carriers of up to
$586,000. If so, then we would have to go into long-term borrowing for $266,000.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, said they made motions to dismiss two real
property tax cases—the CVS building and the billiard place on the Elmira Road.
We have appealed the ruling on the referee on the paid moving expense policy
which sided against us two weeks ago, another hearing involving taking or using
the break time in the day to make up the full work week. We just had a hearing
on that last week and have not had a decision.
Mr. Stevenson, Hospital Construction, said they have change orders on the
agenda. The bills for audit today are work completed to date including the ten per
cent retainer for all accounts. Mr. Murphy said traditionally we audit amount due
which is usually 90 per cent—they bill at a gross figure and they take a retainer
of 10 per cent. Now the state wants us to book 100 per cent and book the retainer
in a separate account.
Chairman MacNeil reported he attended the largest graduation in the history
of Tompkins -Cortland Community College. The graduating class represented a
broad walk of life. He also said he had attended a combinant DNA meeting at
Cornell University. Cornell is involved in experiments in levels of P1 and P2 and
levels can go as high as P5. There is some provision being made at Cornell for a
building to house P3 levels.
Mr. Culligan said that the salary committee appointed forty-six days ago in-
tends to have a report in two weeks although it probably will not be the final
report.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay that Resolution No. 267 of 1976 on the County
Youth Bureau be lifted from the table. Mr. Ray asked to quote Rule 8 of the Rules
of the Board and asked that Mrs. Livesay's request not be honored as he had not
been given one day's notice and therefore needed unanimous consent to bring the
resolution to the floor. Mrs. Livesay felt it was not tabled indefinitely but they
were waiting for the state to clarify their guidelines which has been done, and the
recommendation of the County Planning Board which was at their last meeting,
and this is the first meeting following those items. Chairman MacNeil postponed
action for the County Attorney's ruling.
RESOLUTION NO. 133—APPROPRIATION FROM REVENUE SHARING
FUND BALANCE
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Watros. Ayes -15. Noes -0. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, and subject to the provisions of the General Municipal Law, That the sum
of $75,809 be approprirated from Revenue Sharing Fund Balance to:
Tompkins County Library—lighting $35,619
E.O.C.—Programs 12,095
Challenge ARC—Programs 16,095
Dryden Senior Housing Corp.—Construction 12,000
$75,809
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said appropriation on his books.
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RESOLUTION NO. 134—REVENUE ANTICIPATION NOTE RESOLUTION
OF JUNE 13, 1977, OF THE COUNTY OF
TOMPKINS, STATE OF NEW YORK, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $852,000—HOSPITAL OPERATING
COSTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Discussion followed. Ayes -15.
Noes -0. Adopted.
BE IT RESOLVED, this 13th day of June, 1977, by the Board of Representa-
tives 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 reve-
nues other than real estate taxes or assessments, to wit, revenue received for serv-
ices rendered for patient care at the Tompkins County Hospital, to become due
and payable during the current fiscal year ending December 31, 1977, shall issue
and sell a revenue anticipation note, or notes, in the amount not to exceed Eight
Hundred Fifty Two Thousand Dollars to mature not later than the 15th day of
June, 1978.
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 as of May 31, 1977, the sum
of Two Million Five Hundred Ninety -Four Thousand One Hundred Thirty -Six and
00/100 Dollars ($2,594,136.00) and that there are not 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 Admin-
istrator shall be a full acquittance to such purchaser who shall not be obligated to
see to the application of the purchase money.
Section 5. Said note shall contain the clause that it may be 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.
RESOLUTION NO. 135—CREATION OF CETA POSITIONS UNDER
STIMULUS FUNDS
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Dates. Discussion took place. Adopted.
WHEREAS, it is the purpose and intent of the legislation providing CETA
funds to municipalities to stimulate the economy through the timely employment
of unemployed individuals within the community, and
WHEREAS, it is frequently to the benefit of the municipality to provide em-
ployment on a temporary basis, e.g. seasonal employment, meeting emergencies,
or manpower shortage reacting to the immediacy of a particular situation, and
WHEREAS, during the months of July and August, four and five weeks re-
spectively will lapse between regular meetings of the Board of Representatives,
and
WHEREAS, a significant increase in the available CETA funds are antici-
pated in the County in the next several months, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That in the
spirit of the CETA Legislation, the Commissioner of Personnel through coordina-
tion with the Personnel Committee be and he hereby is authorized to make GETA
appointments to existing County job classification titles in those instances where
delay would create an inconvenience.
RESOLVED, further, That all such County appointments will be presented to
the full Board at the next regular meeting for review and appropriate action.
RESOLUTION NO. 136—CREATION—CETA POSITIONS—PERSONNEL
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Discussion took place.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, CETA funds to Tompkins County have been increased substan-
tially. and
WHEREAS, to administer the funds in the programs, it is necessary to in-
crease the staff of the Personnel Department, and
WHEREAS, said salaries and fringes will be paid 100% by CETA funds, and
WHEREAS, such temporary positions will only be in existence as long as
CETA funds are available for wages and fringes, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the
following positions be created, effective immediately:
1—Assistant Manpower Program Director III (13-30), competitive class,
labor grade XIII
1—Fiscal Manager (12-37), labor grade XII, competitive class
1—Manpower Counselor (07-20), labor grade VII, competitive class
RESOLUTION NO. 137—CETA APPROPRIATIONS
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Admin-
istration Committees, That the 1977 Budget be amended as follows:
Revenue—CETA—Title VI—A4740 $545,642
Appropriation—CETA—Title VI
A6262—Public Service Employment $545,642
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said adjustments on his books.
Regarding Resolution No. 267 of 1976 on the County Youth Bureau, Mr.
Robert Williamson, County Attorney, said records of this motion indicate when it
was read it was tabled by Mr. Culligan until they get a clearer picture. He ruled
it was an indefinite period of time and they need a one day's notice or unanimous
consent of the board to lift it from the table. A lengthy discussion took place and
the date of June 24, 1977 at 4:00 p.m. was set for a special board meeting to dis-
cuss this resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 138—ENDORSING AN ALTERNATIVE FOR THE
NORTHERLY TERMINUS OF ROUTE 96
IMPROVEMENTS ANI) THE NEED FOR A GRADE
SEPARATION AT THE RAILROAD AT THE
SOUTHERLY TERMINUS
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Culligan. A lengthy discussion took
place. Mr. Larry Fabbroni, Town of Ithaca Engineer, explained the alternatives to
the Board. It was Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mrs. Livesay, that a fourth
whereas be added to read as follows: "Whereas, this resolution is not intended to
dictate an eventual decision by the City of Ithaca as to the location or number of
June 13, 1977 99
lanes for Route 96 within the City borders". Amendment Adopted. It was decided
to vote on the resolution in two parts—Part One endorsing the alternative and
that the Department of Transportation may consider the use of the land occupied
by two residential buildings on the hospital grounds and That the Board does re-
quest that consideration be given to the use of traffic signalling to insure safety
of the merging south bound traffic from the hospital complex. Ayes -15. Noes—O.
Adopted. Part Two—That the Board of Representatives does recognize the need
for a grade separation of the north bound lanes of the proposed Rt. 96 improve-
ments and the railroad crossing at the southerly terminus within the City of
Ithaca. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—Representative Benson -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has identified
6 design alternatives for the northerly terminum of the Route 96 improvements in
the vicinity of the County Hospital, and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Town Board has indicated its approval of a combina-
tion of Alternate 3 and 2, with some modifications, which provides direct access
to the proposed new parking area and emergency entrances but does take about 30
parking spaces which can be effectively relocated elsewhere, does prvoide an eleva-
tion match with present hospital interior roads, does not come closer than about
440 feet to the new building, does avoid line of site impact for most new hospital
rooms and is within the approved corridor, and
WHEREAS, this alternative has received general endorsement by the owners
of the Professional Building, the Paleontological Research Institute, the Ithaca
Town Planning Board, the Hospital Board of Managers, and Town of Ithaca resi-
dents in the area, and
WHEREAS, this resolution is not intended to dictate an eventual decision by
the City of Ithaca as to the location or number of lanes for Route 96 within the
City borders, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Board of Representatives does also endorse this alternative, and
RESOLVED, further, That in order to insure the best interchanging arrange-
ments possible, the State Department of Transportation may consider the use of
the land now occupied by the two residential buildings, and the Board does further
request that consideration be given to the use of traffic signalling to insure safety
of the merging south bound traffic from the hospital complex, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Board of Representatives does recognize the
need for a grade separation of the north bound lanes of the proposed Route 96
improvements and the railroad crossing at the southerly terminum within the City
of Ithaca, and
RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the New
York State Department of Transportation (Albany and Syracuse), the Ithaca
Town Board, the County Administrator, the Commissioner of Public Works, the
Commissioner of Planning, the Hospital Board of Managers, the City of Ithaca,
and Assemblyman Gary A. Lee.
RESOLUTION NO 139—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
the Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Con-
struction Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the
following change orders in the following contracts:
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.—Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning
1. Delete fans in stairs—deduct $309.00
2. Delete boiler room wall—deduct 53.20
Total Change Order H-2—Deduct $ 362.00
1. Plan revisions to labor and delivery floor
Total Change Order H-3—Add 1,215.55
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A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
1. Added piping—sprinkler—Add
2. Added compressed air line—Add
Total Change Order P-2
8,790.00
371.00
$9,161.00
RESOLUTION NO. 140—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
—Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construction Account are:
Saperston, Day & Radler $ 1,232.50
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.:
Construction Management Fee #11 $10,292.12
Office Expense 1,040.43
Personnel 7,759.29
Levatich, Miller, Hoffman P.C.
Fred H. Thomas Associates P.C.
Architects Fee #37 7,930.00
Reimbursables—testing lab 1,902.00
Movable equipment #7 6,401.25
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction #8
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #8 94,256.00
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric #8 370,496.40
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning #7 322,499.00
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided therefor.
19,091.84
16,233.25
353,337.00
RESOLUTION NO. 141—CHANGE ORDER—OLD COURTHOUSE
CONTRACTS
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee and the architect
have recommended the following change order in the reconstruction of the Old
Courthouse as follows:
Delete waterproofing over access slab on mechanical room at Tompkins
County Jail as County will do the entire area—
Total Change Order HC-3—Delete $290.00
RESOLVED, That change order HC -3 in the amount of a Deduct of $290.00
be and the same is approved in the heating, ventilating, air conditioning contract
of Kimble Plumbing and Heating and the Commissioner of Public Works is hereby
authorized and directed to execute said change order.
RESOLUTION NO. 142—AUTHORIZE DISTRIBUTION FROM TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE JOINT
CAPITAL ACCOUNT
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
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WHEREAS, the sponsors wish to apply a portion of said funds to their in-
dividual share of the capital cost of Tompkins -Cortland Community College, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That a total amount of $148,437.50 be distributed as follows: Cortland County
$47,500 (32%) and Tompkins County $100,937.30 (68%),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said distribution,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent upon passage of a
concurrent resolution by the Cortland County Legislature.
RESOLUTION NO. 143—SALE OF COUNTY OWNED PROPERTY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca requested that the County convey premises
located at 213 S. Plain Street, Ithaca, N.Y., now or formerly assessed to M. Burch
and A. O. Houston to the City of Ithaca for the sum of $1.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That said premises, known as 213 S. Plain Street, Ithaca, N.Y., be conveyed to
the City of Ithaca by Quit Claim Deed for the sum of $1.00, it being understood
by the City and the County that in the event said premises are later sold by the
City for a profit, that said net profit shall be divided between the County of Tomp-
kins and the City of Ithaca in the same proportion that the unpaid City taxes bear
to the unpaid County taxes as of the date of this resolution. Said sum paid not to
exceed the amount of the unpaid County taxes,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent upon the adoption of
a concurrent resolution adopted by the City of Ithaca.
RESOLUTION NO. 144—AWARD OF BID—COAL FOR COUNTY HOME
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has duly advertised for bids for coal
for use in the Tompkins County Home, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
bid of Bowers Fuel Co., Inc. of Trumansburg, New York, for the sale of 150 tons
(more or less) of No. 2 Buckwheat (Rice) Coal at $57.00 per ton, and up to 7 tons
(more or less) of Nut Coal at $68.00 per ton, for use at the County Home during
the 1977-1978 heating season ending June 1, 1978 be and the same hereby is
awarded according to the bid and specifications thereof, it being understood that
the deliveries are to be made at the request of 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.
RESOLUTION NO. 145—FISCAL PLAN—CONSTRUCTION PROJECT—
TOMPKINS COUNTY LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Watros. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, pursuant to Resolution No 56, adopted March 14, 1977, That the Fiscal Plan
for the construction project at the Tompkins County Library be as follows:
76-471 Financing to be Provided Other Funds
Appropriation from Library Fund Balance $12,571
Federal Revenue Sharing 35,619
76-890 Authorizations $48,190
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RESOLUTION NO. 146—AUTHORIZATION TO PAY BILL—TOMPKINS
COUNTY LIBRARY LIGHTING—MADISON
ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC.
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused—
Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That this Board approves the bill of Madison Electric Company, Inc. in the
amount of $33,741, as submitted on invoice, dated May 31, 1977, and authorize
immediate payment of same.
RESOLUTION NO. 147—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—MENTAL HEALTH
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Robey. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Health Committee, That the follow-
ing transfer be and hereby is approved:
From Mental Health Administration
Personal Services A-4310.100 $4,625
To Contractual & Other Expenses A-4310.400 $4,625
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfer on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 148—DISPOSITION OF RECORDS—PROBATION
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
RESOLVED, by the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County, That Rec-
ords Retention and Disposition Schedule No. 15 -CPD -1 of the State Education Law
containing records retention periods for probation records established pursuant
to Part 185, Title 8 of the Official Compilation of Codes, Rules and Regulations of
the Public Law of the State of New York is hereby adopted,
RESOLVED, further, That this governing body authorizes the Director of
Probation the ability to dispose of records in accordance with retention periods set
forth in the adopted Records and Retention and Disposition Schedule.
RESOLUTION NO. 149—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Miller. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That the following appropriations be and they hereby are approved:
From Contingent Fund Code A1990
To Jail—Equipment—Code 3150.200—to pay for additional cost
of dishwasher required by Health Department $875.00
District Attorney—Equipment—Code A1165.200—upholster
chairs 75.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriations on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 150—AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS—
CAR—SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion took place. Adopted.
June 13, 1977 103
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized to advertise
for one car for use by the Sheriff's Department, specification for said car to be
furnished by the Public Safety and Corrections Committee.
RESOLUTION NO. 151—AUDIT OF COURT ADMINISTRATION
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claim audited by the Budget and Administration
Committee to be paid from the General Fund is:
State of New York—Office of Court Administration (Month of June 1977)
Account #1162 $16,944.08
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claim out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 152—AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OFFER FOR LEHIGH
VALLEY RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, FREEVILLE
TO CORTLAND COUNTY LINE
Moved .by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion took place: Ayes -
13 -0. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has granted
jointly to Tompkins County and the Towns of Dryden and Groton, and the Village
of Freeville the preferential right to negotiate with the Lehigh Valley Railroad
for the purchase of the abandoned railroad lands from Freeville to the Cortland
County line, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has granted
the County of Cortland the same rights for that portion of the railroad right-of-
way within that county, and
WHEREAS, representatives of the County of Tompkins, Town of Groton,
Town of Dryden, and Village of Freeville have met on several occasions to discuss
alternative uses of the right-of-way, and
WHEREAS, the County Planning Department and the Environmental Man-
agement Council have jointly prepared a preliminary report on the right-of-way
and have identified certain potential uses, and
WHEREAS, there is general concurrence by the Planning and Public Works
Committee and the municipal representatives that purchase of the right-of-way to
insure that the property is held intact, pending further studies and evaluations of
possible alternative uses, is within the best interest of the people of Tompkins
County, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is directed to negotiate
and execute a purchase agreement with the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company for
the property beginning in the Village of Freeville at the Fall Creek Road crossing
(Shaver's Crossing) at marker #3145 + 19 and continuing to the Cortland County
line at marker #3417 + 60, a distance of 27,241 feet plus or minus (5.16 miles),
and including 45.643 acres plus or minus, at a price of $100/acre, and
RESOLVED, further, That $5,000.00 be appropriated from the Contingent
Fund Code A-1990 to Purchase of Land Code A-1940.3 and the County Administra-
tor be and hereby is authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLVED, further, That the Planning and Public Works Committee shall
continue to investigate various alternative uses of the right-of-way and shall re-
port said uses, together with recommendations, to the Board for consideration
within 6 months of the date of purchase.
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RESOLUTION NO. 153—SUPPORT OF ASSEMBLY BILL 7420—STATE AID
TO MUNICIPALITIES FOR YOUTH PROGRAMS
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Section 420 of the Executive Law provides that as of April 1,
1977, a new formula governing amounts received for aid from the state for youth
programs, and
WHEREAS, the previous formula guaranteed to the "minimum eligibility"
communities $3,000 in state aid, and
WHEREAS, under the 1974 legislation after April 1, 1977 the municipalities
go on a straight $2.25 per youth, and
WHEREAS, Assemblyman Gary A. Lee has introduced Assembly Bill No.
7420 to become effective as of April 1, 1977 to provide that so called "minimum
eligible" municipalities, those with less than 1,334 youths remain eligible to re-
ceive the $3,000 they received previously prior to April 1, 1977 in state aid for
youth services and recreational projects, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, That
this Board supports passage of the aforesaid Assembly Bill No. 7420,
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies be forwarded to Governor Hugh L.
Carey, Senator William T. Smith and Assemblyman Gary A. Lee.
RESOLUTION NO. 154—SUPPORT OF STATE TAKE OVER OF PROBATION
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster. Mr. Webster withdrew his
second and it was seconded by Mr. Theisen. Mr. Webster explained the resolution.
It was Moved by Mr Robey, seconded by Mr. Dates, that this resolution be tabled
until the next regular meeting. Motion adopted with Representatives Clynes and
Robey casting dissenting votes.
RESOLUTION NO. 155—REQUEST FOR RESTORATION OF STATE AID
FORMULA FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGES
Moved by Mr. Livesay, seconded by Mr. MacNeil. A lengthy discussion took
place. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Governor's Executive Budget of the State of New York
shows an increase in total state budget of 1.8%, or $200,000,000, and
WHEREAS, said budget also shows an increase in Bundy Aid to private in-
stitutions of 6.2%, or $3,862,000, and
WHEREAS, it also shows an increase to SUNY, excluding community col-
leges, of 3.1%, or $16,117,500,
WHEREAS, said budget also shows an increase in aid to public schools based
on average daily attendance (ADA) of .4%, and
WHEREAS, it shows an increase to the State Education Department of
10.7%, and
WHEREAS, State Aid to the community colleges is being reduced by 8.7%,
or $8,150,000, and
WHEREAS, with State Aid decreased, local sponsors will be expected to pro-
vide both sponsors' share and State's share of necessary budget increases, or else
the college will be forced to reduce programs, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee,
That the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County hereby requests that the
Governor restore the State Aid Formula for Community Colleges, and
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Gov-
ernor, to State Legislators of the sponsorship area, and to the Chairmen of the
Higher Education Committees of the New York State Senate and the New York
State Assembly, and to the majority and minority leaders of the New York State
Senate and Assembly.
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RESOLUTION NO. 156—SUMMER STUDENT—DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S
OFFICE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Ayes — Representatives
Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, Clynes, Culligan, Haight, Holden, Livesay, Mil-
ler, Ray, MacNeil -12. Noes—Representative Dates -1. Excused—Representatives
Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel and Public Safety and
Corrections Committee, That $400.00 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund
(Code A 1990) to District Attorney, Personal Services (Code A 1165.100) to be
expended for the employment of a college student to work as a Law Clerk for ten
weeks this summer.
RESOLUTION NO. 157—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND—
SANITARY LANDFILL OPERATION
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Discussion took place. Ayes -
13. Noes -0. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 150, dated June 22, 1970, Tompkins County did
enter into a contract with Seymour's Disposal Service for operation of Sanitary
Landfill Site No. 2, commencing July 1, 1970 and expiring June 30, 1973, for the
price of $20,000 per year, and
WHEREAS, Seymour's Disposal Service has requested an increase to $24,240
annually, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works and
the Budget and Administration Committee, That Seymour's Disposal Service be
paid $2,020 per month, beginning July 1, 1977, for an annual amount of $24,240
under the conditions of the original contract.
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $2,120 be appropriated from the Con-
tingent Fund (Code A1990) to Sanitary Landfill (Code 8160.400) for the period of
July through December, 1977,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
Mr. Culligan placed in nomination the name of MaryAnn Welch Gauger to
replace John Richard Weiss whose term expires December 31, 1979 and the name
of Frances W. Resler to fill a vacancy. The term expires December 31, 1978. Upon
hearing no further nominations, the chairman declared the above mentioned per-
sons members of the Community Mental Health, Mental Retardation & Alcoholism
Services Board.
Mr. Watros placed in nomination the name of James Dennis to replace Donald
Slattery on the Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee. Upon hearing no
further nominations, the Chairman declared Mr. Dennis a member of said com-
mittee.
Mr. Watros laid the following names on the table for consideration of ap-
pointment to the Economic Opportunity Corporation: Kirby Edmonds, Leonard
Miscall, Roy Carlson, Ruth Blanchard, Richard Boronkay, Hugh Hurlbut, Grace
Evans, Beverly Livesay, Jeanne Vanderbilt, Bruce Bard, Gary Hotaling, John
Marcham.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 1:37 p.m.
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ADJOURNED MEETING
JUNE 24, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
Present: 15 Representatives.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chairman MacNeil said because of the Supervisors' and County Legislators'
Association meeting next week which many representatives plan to attend, he sug-
gested a vote to postpone the regular board meeting June 27, 1977 to June 30.
It was Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Webster, That the regular meet-
ing scheduled for Monday, June 27, 1977 at 10:00 a.m. be postponed to Thursday,
June 30, 1977 at 7:00 p.m.
Mr. Anthony Schultz, Town of Caroline, read his statement to the board
strongly opposing the formation of a county youth bureau.
The Clerk read a letter to the Board from the Criminal Justice Advisory
Board recommending support of a county -wide youth bureau.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster, and adopted, That
Resolution No. 267—Establishment of Tompkins County Youth Bureau, be lifted
from the table.
RESOLUTION NO. 267—ESTABLISHMENT OF THE TOMPKINS COUNTY
YOUTH BUREAU
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Culligan.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to establish a Youth Bureau pur-
suant to Article 19 (a) of the Executive Law and Section 95 of the General Mu-
nicipal Law, and
WHEREAS, said Youth Bureau would be established to:
1. Assist County municipalities and agencies in identifying and meeting
unmet needs of youth.
2. Assist in upgrading the quality of record keeping in the County so
that adequate information can be available for program planning and
evaluation.
3. Assist in effecting coordination between and among youth -serving
agencies.
4. Assist in the County Comprehensive Plan thereby maximizing avail-
ability of services, state matching fund capability and the utilization
of those funds within the County.
5. Assist County municipalities and agencies to be aware of and assist
with applications for other state and federal grants for youth pro-
grams.
WHEREAS, the County -Wide Ad hoc Committee on Youth and Recreational
Services has submitted a report with recommendations dated October, 1976, rec-
ommending the establishment of a Tompkins County Youth Bureau, and
WHEREAS, the establishment of such a County -Wide Youth Bureau and the
development of a comprehensive plan will enable participating municipalities to
be eligible for an increased state reimbursement rate of $4.50 per youth, as com-
pared to nonparticipating municipalities which will retain a reimbursement rate
of $2.25 per youth only, and
WHEREAS, in order to enter into a Comprehensive Planning Agreement with
the State, it is required that municipalities containing at least 50% of the County's
youth population or half of the municipalities participate in said comprehensive
June 24, 1977 107
planning process, and that the County have a Youth Bureau with a paid Execu-
tive Director, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Ad hoc Committee that the
Youth Bureau be formed as a County Department and have a planning, coordinat-
ing and facilitating function with no programing capability, and that the staff be
minimal consisting of only an Executive Director, one or more Program Special-
ists, and a Secretary, and
WHEREAS, the County Board of Representatives would appoint a Youth
Bureau Board composed of members from each participating municipality ap-
pointed by the governing board of said municipality and confirmed by the Board
of Representatives, together with rerpresentatives from the several categories of
Youth Serving Agencies appointed by the Board of Representatives, and
WHEREAS, the said County Youth Bureau Board would recommend to the
County Board the appointment of the Executive Director who in turn would ap-
point the staff, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Ad hoc Committee on Youth and Rec-
reational Services, That the Tompkins County Youth Bureau be established con-
tingent upon the approval of the State Division for Youth in accordance with the
plan aforementioned,
RESOLVED, further, That a County Youth Bureau Board be created in the
number of 27 persons and shall represent the following municipalities and types
of agencies and groups indicated below:
Two (2) from the City of Ithaca and
One (1) from each of the following:
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
Village of Cayuga Heights
Village of Dryden
Village of Freeville
Village of Groton.
Village of Lansing
Village of Trumansburg
Police Agencies
Probation
Department of Social Services—Child Welfare
Mental Health Agencies
Day Care
Human Services Coalition
Private Youth Serving Agencies
Schools
Youth
Health and Rehabilitation
RESOLVED, further, That said County Board appoint an Executive Director,
RESOLVED, further, That the budget for said Youth Bureau shall be $36,666
for the year 1977,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall become effective after its
adoption and approval of the plan by the State Division for Youth.
Discussion took place.
Mr. Ray, for the record, said philosophically he is against the type of bureau-
cratic demands and mandates like this. He believes this is a bad piece of state
legislation and the only reason he is proposing amendments is that if it is passed,
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it may become more palatable and acceptable to the rural areas.
It was Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Dates, to delete the first Resolved
and replace it with the following: "RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Youth
Bureau be established on the approval of the State Division for Youth in accord-
ance with the complete plan aforementioned, and
RESOLVED, further, That the County Youth Bureau Advisory Board be cre-
ated in the number of 21 persons which represent the following municipalities
indicated below and these persons shall also serve as members of the comprehen-
sive planning committee. The comprehensive planning committee shall also have
representation from police agencies, Probation, Department of Social Services—
Child Welfare; mental health agencies, Day Care, Human Services Coalition,
schools, youth, health and rehabilitation, Family Court Judge
County Youth Bureau Advisory Board
5 from City of Ithaca
1 each from the following towns:
Caroline
Danby
Dryden
Enfield
Groton
Ithaca
Lansing
Newfield
Ulysses
Villages: Cayuga Heights
Dryden
Freeville
Groton
Lansing
Trumansburg
1 Member from the Board of Representatives
A roll call vote resulted as follows: Ayes—Representatives Robey, Watros,
Webster, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Miller, Ray, MacNeil -
12. Noes—Representatives Benson, Livesay, Theisen -3. Amendment adopted.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Robey, That the words "in
accordance with the plan aforementioned" be deleted from the first Resolved.
Amendment adopted.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster, That in the final
Resolved, the words "of the plan" be deleted. Amendment adopted.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Dates, That the next to the
last Resolved setting forth the budgeted amount of $36,666 for the year 1977 be
replaced by the following "That the 1977 budget for said youth bureau shall be
submitted at a later date on recommendation of the youth board and the Budget
and Administration Committee." Amendment adopted.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Culligan, That the fourth and
fifth Whereas be deleted and replace the fourth with "Whereas, the establishment
of such a county -wide youth bureau and the development of a comprehensive plan
will enable participating municipalities to be guaranteed no less than a state re-
imbursement rate of $2.25 per youth and to be eligible for up to an increased state
reimbursement rate of $4.50 per youth and more with a roll over option." Amend-
ment adopted.
It was Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Watros, to delete the seventh
Whereas and replace it to read as follows: "Whereas, the Chief County Executive
Officer would appoint a youth bureau composed of members from each munici-
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pality and recommended by the governing board of said municipalities and con-
firmed by the Board of Representatives." Amendment adopted.
It was Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mr. Culligan, That another Resolved
be added to read: "Resolved, further, That a joint county -city youth bureau office
may be established on a contractual basis between city and county, the details to
be worked out by members of county youth bureau board and members of the city
youth bureau board, and that the terms shall be agreed to by the County Board of
Representatives and the Common Council of the City." Amendment adopted with
Representatives Dates, Theisen casting dissenting votes.
It was Moved by Mr. Theisen, That Mr. Robey's amendment be amended to
read "may be established on a joint basis." Amendment adopted with Representa-
tive Dates casting a dissenting vote.
Mr. Robey's amendment was adopted (as amended) with Representatives
Livesay and Dates casting dissenting votes.
It was Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Dates, That the eighth Whereas
be deleted. Ayes—Representatives Watros, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Hol-
den, hidney, Miller, Ray, MacNeil -10. Noes—Representatives Benson, Livesay,
Robey, Theisen, Webster -5. Amendment adopted.
It was Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Clynes, That the sixth Whereas be
amended to delete everything after "minimum." Amendment adopted with Mrs.
Livesay casting a dissenting vote.
It was Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller, That this resolution be
Tabled until Thursday, June 30, 1977. Motion adopted with Representatives Ben-
son, Webster casting dissenting votes.
On motion meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 30, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
Present: Representatives -15. Excused—Representative Haight.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of June 13 and the adjourned meeting of June 24 were approved
as presented.
The Clerk read a letter from Lucia Armstrong, president of the Ithaca High
School P.T.A., requesting the Board to form a county youth bureau and also read
a letter from Almon Stevens, mayor of the Village of Dryden, suggesting the
Board not submit to New York Executive Law 19A to establish a comprehensive
youth bureau listing reasons which included funding and possible frustration of
bureaucracy.
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Under privilege of the floor, Mr. Anthony Schultz said he felt the provisions
for the composition of the youth board is legally defective as it does not represent
the strides in the definiticn section of the Division Rules and Regulations, and he
wished an explanation of the funding system as it seems to show a three layer
kind of funding proposition.
Mr. Miller, Social Services Committee, said they_ have resolutions for later in
this meeting and wanted to report that the Alcoholism Steering Committee has
been meeting almost weekly and are moving in a strong direction.
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Mr. Culligan, Chairman of the Health Committee, said they met last week
and turned down a request for a third radiologist at this time. They will have
resolutions concerning a full-time supervising social worker at Meadow House,
Youthful Drug Abuse (YDA) program, and Office for the Aging. They approved
in concept only the action of the Mental Health Board for interim coverage of
their programs for directorship—not to be confused with interim coverage of
service for evenings and weekends. Selection of a director is now down to three
applicants.
Mr. Clynes reported the Board of Managers has passed a motion on the con-
cept of self -governance, and he asked the chairman to direct the county attorney's
office to meet with the Board of Managers' Committee and the Health Committee
to draw up guidelines to bring to this Board for more than the conceptual resolu-
tion that is now on the books.
Mr. Culligan reported that the Special Committee on Salary Study has held
three meetings, and after receiving preliminary information from various sources
the committee recommends that plans and specifications be drawn up as soon as
possible for a study of the compensation program in Tompkins County. The study
would be designed to determine if any salary inequities exist. If it is the desire of
the Chairman of the Board and the Board of Representatives, this committee will
remain active and draw up plans and specifications.
Chairman MacNeil accepted the report and said he would take the recommen-
dations under advisement.
Mr. Clynes, chairman of the Planning and Public Works Committee, reported
that the Tompkins County Route 13 Task Force had met and hopefully will meet
with Cortland County soon for a recommendation on a compromise plan. The com-
mittee has a resolution regarding the realignment of Route 96 that they will ask
to have on this agenda.
Mr. Holden, chairman of the Personnel Committee, said they endorse the IV -D
resolution on the agenda. They had a request for supervising social worker and
also interim administrator at Mental Health but are not supporting either of these
requests as they hope to have a director of Mental Health on board very shortly.
Mr. Watros, chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, re-
ported that at the Board of Trustees meeting at Tompkins -Cortland Community
College they were told that State Aid would be restored to the level of last year.
There will be a copy of the handbook prepared for administrative purposes on file
in the clerk's office. The committee is interested in making appointments to the
Library Board of Trustees.
Mrs. Livesay, chairman of the Special Legislative Committee, reported that
they met with the Director of Assessment to see if there were any amendments to
the property tax exemption for businesses that they should be supporting, and
the committee will be taking this up in greater depth.
Mr. Dates, chairman of the Budget and Administration Committee, reported
that the Special Study Committee report that was returned to the Budget Com-
mittee for comment fits in with the number one priority of the charter and code
and they will bring a report to the board in early fall, probably in September, and
a report on the Study Committee at that time.
Mrs. Benson requested that the Board have copies of the Special Representa-
tives Study Committee recommendations. Mr. Robey suggested and it was agreed
to reproduce copies of the first sixteen pages and omit the appendix.
County Attorney Williamson reported that they have two motions to dismiss
two other tax cases involving properties in the City of Ithaca, the judge reserved
decision. They had two July 7 relative to properties outside the City that we have
motions to dismiss on. Mr. Hurlbut and County Attorney Williamson had a pre-
June 30, 1977 111
liminary hearing on an unfair labor charge of our union concerning the salaries
of the radiologists.
It was Moved by Mr. Clynes and adopted to include the proposed realignment
of Route 96 to the agenda.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay to include on this agenda a resolution to ap-
prove the report of the Ad Hoc Youth Committee. No action was taken on the
motion when Assistant County Administrator Burr stated that in checking with
the State Division of Youth they have accepted the study, that it was only the
study of the youth population of the county and that the recommendations were
not binding.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster, and adopted to lift
from the Table RESOLUTION NO. 267 OF 1976—ESTABLISHMENT OF THE
TOMPKINS COUNTY YOUTH BUREAU AS AMENDED JUNE 24, 1977.
County Attorney Williamson read proposed clarification amendments to the
resolution as follows:
1. (4th Whereas) change wording in 4th line from ... "up to an" to .. .
"a possible"
2. (6th Whereas) change "Chief County Executive Officer" to . . .
"County's Chief Elected Executive Officer" and change "Youth Bureau
Board" to ... "Youth Board"
3. (2nd Resolved) change to read . "That a County Youth Board be
created, which shall be advisory to the Board of Representatives in the
number of 21 persons which represent the following municipalities,
and of which lay citizens shall comprise at least 50 per cent of the
total membership of the Youth Board and shall be representative of
such key interests as social agencies, business, youth organizations,
industry and labor:
County Youth Board
5 from the City of Ithaca
1 from each of the following: (listed nine towns and six villages)
1 member of the Board of Representatives
4. Add new 3rd Resolved to read: "RESOLVED, further, That the Youth
Board shall create a planning committee which shall include the mem-
bers of the Youth Board, representatives from the following agencies,
and other members as required by the DFY publication, "Guidelines
and Information for Comprehensive Youth Services Planning":
Planning Committee Agency Representation
Police Agencies
Probation
Department of Social Services—Child Welfare
Mental Health Agencies
Day Care
Human Services Coalition
Private Youth Serving Agencies
Schools
Youth
Health and Rehabilitation
Family Court Judge
5. Change (current) 3rd Resolved, to read: "RESOLVED, further, That
the County's Chief Elected Executive Officer shall appoint an Execu-
tive Director of the Youth Bureau, subject to confirmation by the
Board of Representatives, said Executive Director to be directly re-
sponsible to the County Administrator"
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster, to amend Resolution
No. 267 by accepting Nos. 1, 2, 4, and 5 listed above. Amendments adopted.
112 June 30, 1977
Mrs. Livesay did not move to adopt Amendment No. 3 at this time comment-
ing the Youth Bureau Board could be either advisory or policy making. She said
she would like to alter composition of the Youth Board to 29 members. The County
Attorney said it would have to be reconsidered.
It was Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mrs. Benson, to reconsider No. 3
above -2nd Resolved as amended June 24, 1977. Ayes—Representatives Miller,
Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, Benson, and Livesay-7. Noes—Representatives
Ray, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Holden, Kidney and MacNeil -7. Excused—Repre-
sentative Haight -1. Motion Lost.
It was then Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Theisen, to accept No. 3
as an amendment to Resolution No. 267. Amendment adopted.
It was Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Robey, to remove "joint" from
the first line of the 5th Resolved. Mr. Robey withdrew his second when Mr. Dates
moved to delete the entire 5th Resolved because Mr. Robey wanted this Board to
express a desire that the County Youth Bureau move toward administrative coop-
eration with the City to save people money. It was Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded
by Mr. Theisen, and adopted to delete the next to the last Resolved (5th.) County
Attorney Williamson ruled the motion out -of -order stating that it would be nec-
essary to have a motion to reconsider. Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr.
Theisen, and adopted to reconsider the 5th Resolved. The County Attorney ruled
the motion out -of -order because Mr. Dates had not voted previously with the pre-
vailing side.
It was then Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Miller, to reconsider the
next to the last Resolved (5th.) Ayes—Representatives Theisen, Watros, Benson,
Dates, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Ray, and MacNeil -10. Noes—Representa-
tives Webster, Clynes, Culligan, and Robey-4. Excused—Representative Haight
—1. Motion adopted.
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mrs. Livesay, to delete the next to the last
Resolved (5th). Amendment adopted.
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mrs. Livesay, that the program be reviewed
every two years and make recommendations to the State Legislature if it deems
changes are necessary or beneficial for said program. Amendment adopted.
Discussion followed and Mr. Anthony Schultz of the Town of Caroline and Mr.
Samuel Cohen of the City Youth Bureau spoke to the issue.
RESOLUTION NO. 267 of 1976—ESTABLISHMENT OF THE TOMPKINS
COUNTY YOUTH BUREAU AS AMENDED
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Ayes—Representatives
Theisen, Webster, Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Livesay, Miller, Robey, and
MacNeil -10. Noes—Representatives Watros, Holden, Kidney, and Ray -4. Ex-
cused—Representative Haight -1. Resolution as amended adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to establish a Youth Bureau pur-
suant to Article 19 (a) of the Executive Law and Section 95 of the General Mu-
nicipal Law, and
WHEREAS, said Youth Bureau would be established to:
1. Assist County municipalities and agencies in identifying and meeting
unmet needs of youth.
2. Assist in upgrading the quality of record keeping in the County so
that adequate information can be available for program planning and
evaluation.
3. Assist in effecting coordination between and among youth -serving
agencies.
4. Assist in the County Comprehensive Plan thereby maximizing avail-
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ability of services, state matching fund capability and the utilization
of those funds within the County.
5. Assist County municipalities and agencies to be aware of and assist
with applications for other state and federal grants for youth pro-
grams.
and
WHEREAS, the County -Wide Ad Hoc Committee on Youth and Recreational
Services has submitted a report with recommendations dated October, 1976, rec-
ommending tht establishment of a Tompkins County Youth Bureau, and
WHEREAS, the establishment of such a County -Wide Youth Bureau and the
development of a comprehensive plan will enable participating municipalities to
be guaranteed no less than a state reimbursement rate of $2.25 per youth and to
be eligible for a possible increased state reimbursement rate of $4.50 per youth
and more with a roll-over option, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Ad Hoc Committee that the
Youth Bureau be formed as a County Department and have a planning, coordinat-
ing and facilitating function with no programming capability, and that the staff
be minimal, and
WHEREAS, the County's Chief Elected Executive Officer would appoint a
Youth Board composed of members from each municipality and recommended by
the governing board of said municipality and confirmed by the Board of Represen-
tatives, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Youth Bureau be established on the
approval of the State Division for Youth,
RESOLVED, further, That a County Youth Board be created, which shall be
advisory to the Board of Representatives, in the number of 21 persons which rep-
resent the following municipalities, and of which lay citizens shall comprise at
least 50 per cent of the total membership of the Youth Board and shall be repre-
sentative of such key interests as social agencies, business, youth organizations,
industry and labor:
County Youth Board
5 from the City of Ithaca
1 from each of the following:
Towns of: Caroline
Danby
Dryden
Enfield
Groton
Ithaca
Lansing
Newfield
Ulysses
Villages of: Cayuga Heights
Dryden
Freeville
Groton
Lansing
Trumansburg
1 member of the Board of Representatives
RESOLVED, further, That the Youth Board shall create a planning commit-
tee which shall include the members of the Youth Board, representatives from the
following agencies, and other members as required by the Division for Youth pub-
lication, "Guidelines and Information for Comprehensive Youth Services Plan-
ning":
Planning Committee Agency Representation
Police Agencies
Probation
Department of Social Services—Child Welfare
Mental Health Agencies
Day Care
Human Services Coalition
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Private Youth Serving Agencies
Schools
Youth
Health and Rehabilitation
Family Court Judge
RESOLVED, further, That the County's Chief Elected Executive Officer shall
appoint an Executive Director of the Youth Bureau, subject to confirmation by the
Board of Representatives, said Executive Director to be directly responsible to the
County Administrator,
RESOLVED, further, That the 1977 budget for said County Youth Board be
submitted at a later date on the recommendation of the County Youth Board and
the Budget and Administration Committee,
RESOLVED, further, That this Board review the program every two years
and make recommendations to the State Legislature if it deems changes are nec-
essary or beneficial for said program,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall become effective after its
adoption and approval by the State Division for Youth.
Chairman MacNeil requested the record to show that the Tompkins County
Youth Bureau will be reviewed in July 1979.
RESOLUTION NO. 158—CREATION OF POSITIONS AND APPROPRIATION
FROM CONTINGENT FUND—SOCIAL SERVICES
AND PROBATION (IV -D)
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
—Representatives Haight and Culligan. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services, Personnel, and Public
Safety and Corrections Committees. That the following positions be created within
the Social Services and Probation Departments for the purpose of implementing
the required Child Support and Enforcement Program (IV -D):
Social Services
1 Financial Investigator (08-14), competitive class, labor grade VIII
2 Typists (04-09), competitive class, labor grade IV
Probation
1 Financial Investigator (08-14), competitive class, labor grade VIII,
monies required for the aforesaid position for the balance of 1977 are
$4,812.50,
RESOLVED, further, That the following appropriations and budget adjust-
ments be made:
From Contingent Fund A-1990
To Social Services Equipment 6010.200 $257.00
Probation Equipment 3140.200 23.00
Budget Adjustment
Appropriation
Social Services Equipment 6010.200 $1,799.00
Probation Equipment 3140.200 288.00
Revenue:
Federal Aid 4610 $1,676.00
State Aid 3610 279.00
State Aid 3310 132.00
Social Services
2 Desks (Typing) at $276.18 $ • 552.36
1 Desk at $225.66 225.66
3 Chairs w/arms at $84.70 254.10
2 Typewriters at $386.81 773.62
2 Legal File Cabinets w/lock at $124.96 249.92
$2,055.66
Probation
1 Desk at $225.66
1 Chair at $84.70
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$ 225.66
84.70
$ 310.36
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administration be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation and budget adjustments.
RESOLUTION NO. 159—SUPPORT OF PROPOSED REALIGNMENT
OF ROUTE 96
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Watros. It was Moved by Mr. Robey,
seconded by Mr. Theisen, to delete the 2nd Whereas to avoid implying that we are
favoring four -lane construction in the City. Ayes—Representatives Theisen. Web-
ster, Livesay, and Robev-4. Noes—Representatives Watros, Benson, Clynes,
Culligan, Dates, Holden, Kidney, Miller, Ray, and MacNeil -10. Excused—Repre-
sentative Haight -1. Motion lost. Original resolution adopted with Representatives
Robey and Theisen casting dissenting votes.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Board of Representatives has previously
indicated its support of the proposed realignment of Route 96, and
WHEREAS, a routing for four -lane construction from the City of Ithaca to
the Tompkins County Hospital has met with acceptance from several interested
groups, and
WHEREAS, the proposed realignment of Route 96 is of the utmost impor-
tance to the future of the new Tompkins County Hospital and to the delivery of
health care to our citizens, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives recom-
mends to the Common Council of the City of Ithaca that no precipitous action be
taken that would either upset the funding cycle for said project or any other ac-
tion that would delay .the start of this project, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives
reaffirms herein its support for the earliest possible implementation of this
project.
RESOLUTION NO. 160—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND—
SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Haight -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, in an effort to alleviate the serious unemployment problems
among students in Tompkins County during the summer months, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Social Services offers a Sum-
mer Work Training Program to meet such needs, and
WHEREAS, the costs of such a program are reimbursed at a rate of 75%
from the Federal Government and 12'/2% from the State Government leaving a
local share of 121/2%, and
WHEREAS, the County Social Services Department and the Economic Oppor-
tunity Corporation have consolidated their planning and program efforts to effi-
ciently implement such a beneficial program, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Social Services has approved
an eight-week Summer Work Training Program for Tompkins County in the
amount of $19,972.00 for twenty-five (25) students, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
sum of $2,496.50 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund (Code A-1990) to the
Social Services Staff Development Account (Code A-6010.500),
RESOLVED, further, That the following budget adjustments be made:
Revenue Account No. 4610 Federal Aid $14,979.00
Revenue Account No. 3610 N.Y.S. Aid 2,496.50
Appropriation Account No. 6010.500
Staff Development Volunteer Service
$17,475.50
$17,475.50
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RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation and budget adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 161—CREATION OF POSITION AND APPROPRIATION
FROM CONTINGENT FUND—FULL-TIME
SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER
_Moved by i\Ir. Robey, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Ayes -11. Noes—Representa-
tives Clynes, Holden, Ray -3. Excused—Representative Haight -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee and without ap-
proval of the Personnel Committee, That the position of Full -Time Supervising
Social Worker (15-10), competitive class, labor grade XV be created to work at
Meadow House,
RESOLVED, further, That the part-time position of Staff Social Worker in
the Mental Health Department assigned to Meadow House be abolished,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $3,874.00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (A-1990) to Mental Health Administration Personal Services
(A-4310.100),
RESOLVED, further, That the following budget adjustments be made:
Revenue Account No. 3490 New York State Aid—Mental Health $3,874
Appropriation Account No. 4310.100 $3,874
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation and budget adjustment on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 162—CREATION OF POSITION—MENTAL HEALTH
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Robey. Ayes -11. Noes—Representa-
tives Clynes, Holden, and Ray -3. Excused—Representative Haight -1. Adopted.
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee and without the
approval of the Personnel Committee, That one position of Interim Administrator
(15-15), labor grade XV, competitive class, in the Tompkins County Mental Health
Clinic, be created effective immediately, for a period not to exceed ninety days,
monies for said position are in the 1977 Mental Health budget,
RESOLVED, further, That this temporary position is created under Section
64 of the Civil Service Law.
RESOLUTION NO. 163—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—MENTAL HEALTH
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by _Mrs. Benson. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the follow-
ing transfer of funds to pay for contractual expenses be and it hereby is approved:
From Mental Health Administration
Personal Services -4310.100 $2,237.50
To Contractual & Other Expenses -4310.400 $2,237.50
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 164—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging in conjunction with
the Cornell Local Government Program has applied for and received a grant of
$2,000 from the New York State Office for the Aging under Title IV -A of the
Older Americans Act as amended for the provision of a workshop on aging pro-
grams to local legislators and local government officials around New York State,
and
WHEREAS, said $2,000 requires no local matching funds, and
June 30, 1977 117
WHEREAS, the County Attorney has approved the agreement necessary to
allow reimbursement to the County for activities carried out under said agree-
ment, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute an agreement with
the New York State Office for the Aging for the year 1977 which will provide a
total payment including income to the County for activities outlined in said agree-
ment not to exceed $2,315.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 165—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
DRYDEN SENIOR HOUSING, INC.
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Kidney. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute an agreement with
the Dryden Senior Housing, Inc. for the provision of information and referral and
procedural services to residents of Tompkins County in regard to the future avail-
ability of congregate elderly housing in the Town of Dryden and the procedures
for making application for residence therein,
RESOLVED, further, That said agreement will be drawn between Dryden
Senior Housing. Inc. and the County of Tompkins within the guidelines required
by the New York State Office for the Aging to allow reimbursement to the County
of 90% of funds expended,
RESOLVED, further, That the agreement will provide a total payment from
the County not to exceed $300.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 166—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—
OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Haight -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, this Board in a previous resolution has authorized the Chairman
of the Board to execute a contract between the County of Tompkins and the New
York State Office for the Aging for the provision of a workshop on aging pro-
grams to local government officials and legislators by the Tompkins County Office
for the Aging and the Cornell Local Government Program, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the 1977
budget for the Office for the Aging be increased in the following ways:
APPROPRIATION
Account No 7610.400—Contractual and Other $2,315.00
REVENUE
Account No. 3803—State Aid Programs for Aging $2,000.00
Account No. 2770.010—Workshop Participant Reg. Fees $ 315.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said budget adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 167—AUDIT FOR HOSPITAL CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION COSTS
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused
—Representative Haight -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construction Account and
the Tompkins -Cortland Community College Construction Account are:
Fiscal Advisors, Inc.
Hospital Construction $23,400
Tompkins -Cortland Community College Construction $ 600
John J. Murphy—Expenses $ 120
118 June 30, 1977
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 168—APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND—
COUNTY NARCOTIC ADDICTION CONTROL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Kirby Edmonds, represent-
ing the YDA program, said there is a problem in that the YDA contract is in two
separate sections. Both are with the designated agency which is the Mental Health
Department, one set of funding goes to Alpha House to support two direct serv-
ice workers, one set of funds goes to the Red Cross for administrative contribu-
tion. The designated agency has to sign those contracts so this Board has to act
to allow state funding behind both contracts. This resolution only applies to those
administrative funds.
Mr. Culligan said that Mr. Edmonds should work with the Assistant County
Administrator and come back to the Board on July 11.
Mr. Dates said before voting that he would like to have it re -stated that this
is an extension through the Health Committee of this YDA so they can come up
with a definite termination between now and budget time, and this is just to the
end of the year, this particular program.
A roll call vote resulted as follows: Ayes -14. Noes -0, Excused—Representa-
tive Haight -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the sum of
$2,890 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund (A1990) to Narcotic Addiction
YDA (Youth Drug Abuse) Control (A4220) to extend said program through De-
cember 31, 1977,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized to execute a contract between the Tompkins County Red Cross for the
sponsoring of said Youth Drug Abuse Program and said funds appropriated to be
paid to the Red Cross to cover their expenses as sponsors of said program,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 169—CREATION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Personnel Clerk at the Tompkins County Hospital is retiring
July 1, 1977, and
WHEREAS, it has been decided not to replace her at this time, now therefore
be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That one position of Assistant Personnel Clerk (08-19) labor grade VIII, competi-
tive class, be created effective immediately, such position to be in effect only until
such time as a Personnel Clerk is hired, there being sufficient monies in the 1977
hospital budget to cover this position.
RESOLUTION NO. 170—CLARIFICATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 99—
SNOW AND ICE AGREEMENT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That Resolution No. 99—Snow and Ice Agreement, adopted May
9, 1977 be clarified to provide for the extensicn of the present agreement from
June 30, 1979 to June 30, 1980.
RESOLUTION NO. 171—EXPENDITURE OF ANTI -RECESSION FUNDS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Haight -1. Adopted.
June 30, 1977 119
WHEREAS, the Federal Government has made anti -recession funds available
to certain municipalities because of the rate of unemployment, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has received funds under this act, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Adminis-
tration Committees, That the following positions be created under Section 64 of
the Civil Service Law—Temporary Appointments:
Assessment Department
1 Account Clerk (04-01) competitive class, commencing
July 1, 1977 and terminating September 30, 1978.
2 Account Clerk Typists (05-01) competitive class, commencing
July 1, 1977 and terminating June 30, 1978.
Highway
2 Seasonal workers (06-17) labor class, commencing
July 1, 1977 and terminating August 31, 1977.
Airport
1 Maintenance Worker (07-17) non-competitive class, commencing
July 1, 1977 and terminating June 30, 1978.
County Administrator
1 Administrative Manual Writer (11-26) competitive class, commencing
July 1, 1977 and terminating June 30, 1978.
Buildings and Grounds
2 Painters (11-11) non-competitive class, commencing
August 1, 1977 and terminating November 31, 1977.
RESOLVED, further, That all wages and benefits to fund said positions will
be paid for completely from anti -recession funds and that the following budget
adjustment be made:
Revenue Account A4720—Public Works Employment Anti -Recession $56,356
Appropriation Account A6381—Public Works Employment Anti -Recession $56,356
Mr. Dates commented that we were having a night meeting and that we had
very little public representation. Mr. Webster commented that more people had
been here earlier. Mrs. Benson commented that Board members did not have to
use vacation time to attend meetings at night.
RESOLUTION NO. 172—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Haight -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $116,623.00
Encumbrances 5.00
County Self -Insurance 368.00
Dog Fund 582.85
Printing Transfers 1,544.88
Airport 4,505.56
Highway 115,995.25
$239,624.54
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees,
RESOLVED, further, 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. Clynes placed in nomination the name of Donald J. O'Connor, 151 Sap-
sucker Woods Road, Ithaca, New York, to the Hospital Board of Managers to
replace Louis J. Long whose term expires December 31, 1981. Upon hearing no
further nominations, and on vote of the Board, the Chairman declared Mr. O'Con-
nor a member of the Board of Managers.
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Chairman MacNeil announced the appointments to the CETA Advisory Com-
mittee as follows:
Bruce M. Payne—Towns
Richard Solomon—BOCES
John C. Clynes—Board of Representatives
Claude W. Holden—Board of Representatives
Charles Herndon—EOC
James L. Gibbs—Business
Janet R. Waterman—Education
Margaret Jones—Community
Hugh Hurlbut—Courthouse
Almon Stevens—Villages
Mrs. Livesay stated there might be a couple of deletions in the committee
representing the employment service and schools.
Chairman MacNeil said he would take the recommendations under advisement.
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 11, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 13 Representatives. Excused: Representatives Benson and Kidney -
2.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the June 30, 1977 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:
Minutes from the John W. Cowper Co., Inc. for the coordination meeting June
22 and June 29, weekly progress report for June 22 and July 1 and progress meet-
ing for June 28; Public Service Commission re motion from applicant seeking to
amend Article VIII application to reduce the area of the Cayuga site by approxi-
mately 31 acres; applicant's answers to interrogatories 72-37 and 72-38, posed by
the staff of the Public Service Commission on May 18 re Cayuga Station; Public
Service Commission re Errata to Answers to Public Service Commission interroga-
tories 74-1 and 74-2—Cayuga Station; New York State Department of Environ-
mental Conservation sent outlines main provisions of the SEQR amendment of
1977; resolution of Cortland County authorizing distribution from TC3 joint capi-
tal account; Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell answer to interrogatory 74-44 and
analysis of thermal plume effects upon rainbow trout, small -mouth bass and brown
trout; Department of Labor re summer youth recreation program FY 1977 and
quarterly reports; mailgram from Joel Robinson, Director, Manpower Program re
BOS-40-77 is being revised and will be mailed shortly; Board of Electric Genera-
tion Siting and the Environment re application of NYSEG for a certificate of
environmental compatibility and public need to construct an 850 mw coal-fired
electric generating unit — Town of Lansing, Tompkins County and schedule of
people to be cross-examined July 5-13 re Case 80002—Cayuga Station; Hushang
Bahar sent copy of letter to Governor Hugh L. Carey from Rane Randolph of
Maxfield, Randolph and Carpenter re consideration of 9% cut to community col-
leges; resolution passed by TC3 Board of Trustees re Audit of Community College
Capital Expenditures; copy of correspondence between Tompkins County Center
for Culture and the Performing Arts, Inc. and American Dance Festival proposing
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the festival move to Ithaca in 1978; County Officials' Guide to the National Health
Planning and Resources Development Act of 1974; Department of Labor memo re
quarterly reports; Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell re Cayuga Station interroga-
tories number correction; PSC re Cayuga Station stipulations and introductory
statement and signature page; Department of Labor memo re importance of meet-
ing hiring goals under CETA Titles II and VI; copy of letter of Elmer Phillips re
hospital administration; memos from Department of Labor re regional directives
No. 33-77 "thirty-five percent veterans goal for the newly created public service
jobs under Titles II and VI" and 36-77 "clarification of policy changes pertaining
to the Expanded PSE Program" and revision of CETA 19—work experience—oc-
cupation Title and Work Site summary; Case 16170—Department of Transporta-
tion—Public Hearing, July 26 at the Owego Town Hall re Capitol Bus Co., Inc.
requesting permission to temporarily discontinue its bus line between Village of
Owego, Tioga County and the City of Ithaca, Tompkins County, if and while au-
thority is granted to Swartout and Ferris Bus Services; letter from Mario Cuomo,
Secretary of State informing Tompkins County that NYS has allocated $16,696 in
federal funds, under the Comprehensive Planning Assistance Program; Public
Service Commission—Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell re Case No. 80002—
NYSEC—Interrogatories posed by Community Legal Research Group; copy of
letter from John Beach, Probation Supervisor to John Clynes, Chairman, Planning
and Public Works Committee re severe problem of parking at Courthouse; cer-
tificates of final state equalization rates for the Towns of Caroline -44.99, Danby
— 39.26, Dryden -43.47, Enfield -44.24, Ithaca -50.66, Lansing -48.79, Newfield
— 49.80, Ulysses -41.84; letter from Melvin Miller, Chairman, NYS Legislature,
Higher Education Committee acknowledging receipt of resolution in regard to
restoration of the cuts in state aid to the community colleges; memos from Joel
Robinson, Department of Labor re reconsideration of originally rejected CETA VI
projects proposals and improving job opportunities for former drug abusers; PSC
— Cayuga Station, interrogatories posed by Community Legal Research Group on
June 9 and Part 80 and Part 80-22 follow-up interrogatories; copy of the National
Register of Historic Places in New York State; copies of resolutions and motions
passed at June 28 meeting of Supervisor's and County Legislator's Association;
Pistol Permits for June totaled $100.00; Tompkins County Library Director's re-
port to the Board of Trustees; designation of restricted highway—Perry City,
Trumansburg, S.H. 5575; Department of Labor memo re SPEDY reporting re-
quirements; minutes of Environmental Management Council for June 23 and Per-
sonnel Committee for June 30.
Under privilege of the floor, Mr. Lou Nayman, President, CSEA, alleged that
the union will press its claims of unfair labor practice unless the county negotiates
in good faith regarding the moving expense policy. He also alleged that the union
is going to take a position now and in the future, that if an employee was paid in
error, whether it was improper increase in salaries or moving expense monies
that money is going to have to be recovered.
Mr. Miller, chairman, Social Services Committee, reported that the District
Attorney's Office is willing to take on welfare fraud cases that have been pending
and Mr. Paul Tavelli, Assistant County Attorney, is working to prepare cases for
the presentation to the July grand jury. The Alcoholism Steering Committee met
with the Mental Health Board and the Mental Health Board approved the proposed
merger of the Alcoholism Council and the Alcoholism Recovery Program and has
been forwarded to the Human Services Coalition for their approval.
Mr. Robey, liaison to the Mental Health Board, reported that he had sent a
letter to the Human Services Coalition asking that they review the proposed
merger between the Alcoholism Council and the Alcoholism Recovery Program
since it involves two agencies combining. He also said the merger has financial
implications. He has asked the Human Services Coalition to complete the review
by the end of July. The next step is for the Health Committee to review the
merger before it comes to the full Board.
Mr. Culligan, chairman, Health Committee, reported that the committee is in
the process of meeting with the Special Committee on Governance of the Hospital
122 July 11, 1977
Board of Managers regarding the transfer of the hospital to a non-profit organi-
zation. The Board of Managers has appointed Mrs. DeWire, Mrs. Cook, Mr. T. G.
Miller and Mr. DeGraff. Mr Arnold will represent administration at the hospital
and someone from Mr Murphy's office and an attorney will be present at meetings.
There will be a meeting July 12 and 26 at 4:00 p.m. He said the Health Committee
will be meeting with Department Heads regarding the problem of Salvation Army
wanting to establish a center for Alcohol Sobering -up station.
Mr. Holden, chairman, Personnel Committee, clarified the resolution on the
agenda regarding a typist position at the Health Department. He said the position
has been part time and the department is requesting the position to be full time.
Mr. Watros, chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said the com-
mittee met last week concerning the library and the grant that was made by the
Finger Lakes Library System, which Mr. Theisen will refer to in detail. Mr.
Watros said the committee has appointments on today's agenda to the Economic
Opportunity Corporation and the Library Board of Trustees.
Mr. Theisen, member of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said that
he would like to ask to have a resolution on the agenda regarding the Finger
Lakes Library System Grant to the Tompkins County Library Board of Trustees.
He said the Board of Trustees would like to apply the grant to certain equipment.
Mr. Theisen said he met with Mr. Murphy and Mr. Carpenter, a member of the
Board of Trustees, to discuss in general new financial items.
Mrs. Livesay, chairman, Special Legislative Committee, said the committee
has not met since the last meeting of the Board. The committee will meet July 12
at 4:00 p.m.
Mr. Webster said he would like to add to the Social Services report that the
State Senate and Assembly has passed a bill which provides that Social Services
may collect all support. Mr. Webster said he doesn't feel that the Probation De-
partment is sufficiently manpowered to deal with administrative letters which
come in increasing frequency and is going to advocate that at least at this point
in time, that all support go through the Department of Social Services. Mr. Web-
ster said he would like to work with Mr. Murphy as soon as possible about an
additional person in the Probation Department to do this function.
Mr. Haight, chairman, Public Safety and Correction Committee, said the com-
mittee met today relative to the purchase of a car for the Sheriff's Department.
Mr. Dates, chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, said this year
all applications for county revenue sharing funds are to be filed with the County
Administrator by September 1, 1977. The revenue sharing funds will be discussed
at budget time to be effective in 1978. He said general procedure is to file the
revenue sharing application with the County Administrator's Office then to the
County Attorney's Office for eligibility through the Budget and Administration
Committee and to the Human Services Coalition to see if it's in their favor.
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, reported that as a follow up to the Coun-
ty's review of insurance coverage in Tompkins County, that they are engaging the
firm of General Appraisal Company to do a review of all contents and equipment
of all County Departments which also ties in with new instructions which the
Department of Audit and Control has issued, which says that the County should
now account for fixed assets, prior to that ruling fixed assets were purchased and
paid for in the same year and would not carry on the balance sheet as fixed assets.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, reported that there are four cases in the
courts on tax, the judge reserved decision on two and Judge Bryant dismissed two
last week, both on apartment complexes in the Village of Lansing. Mr. Williamson
clarified the position of the County on the moving expense policy. He said the
decision of the referee is not a decision, it is a recommended decision. The referee's
decision, which is only a recommendation of final order, says moving expense is a
negotiable item. It would have become final in fifteen days from the date of his
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recommendation except we filed exceptions to the ruling then it is not final until
after the PERB Board makes a final order which can be appealed to the courts.
Mr. Robey said regarding moving expenses, that there are sources other than
county funds.
Mr. Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, said the construction com-
mittee met and decided on the change order resolution on the agenda to postpone
the E. W. Tompkins bill for $34,000, it reflects on changes, extra work and re -esti-
mating. Mr. Stevenson has asked that the architects and engineers be here at the
next Board meeting to explain some changes.
Chairman MacNeil explained the two CETA committees. One was established
to make a list of priority projects in the community. The committee has done this
and their recommendations were passed along and approved, but at that time, four
or five applicants were seeking tax exempt status to become a not-for-profit
agency to receive CETA funds. These applicants have not received tax exempt
status yet and that is the reason this CETA Committee has not been dismissed.
The other CETA Committee is an advisory board to the Personnel Commissioner
and will be on going. The committee will represent certain agencies within our
community that have to deal with unemployment.
Chairman MacNeil also said he had written letters to the City and various
municipalities asking for their recommendations for people to serve on the Youth
Board no later than September 1. Chairman MacNeil requested Mr. Holden, Mr.
Burr, Mrs. Livesay and Mr. Watros, along with the Personnel Committee to have
on the agenda for the August 8th meeting a job description and classification of
the Youth Bureau Director. He requested Mr. Dates to work with the Personnel
Committee to work out the funding. At this time, Chairman MacNeil appointed
Mr. Watros as the Board of Representatives appointment to the Youth Board.
Mr. Dates reported that the public information meeting that was sponsored
by the Southern Tier East Regional Planning Board regarding railroads, was post-
poned from July 7 to August 4 at 10:00 a.m. in Binghamton.
Mrs. Livesay reported relative to the Supervisors' and County Legislators'
Association meeting. She said there was a presentation on the New York State
unemployment insurance and risk management of liability insurance. Also there
was a presentation from the National Association of Counties on health systems
agencies warning local governments that the whole program was designed to
minimize the input of local government. There was also a presentation from the
Assessment Bureau on a new tax status calendar that the Assessment Bureau is
working on that would give everybody the same taxable status date and would
revise the whole assessment and taxing calendar, which would include school taxes
along with county and town taxes. The taxes would all be collected at once in two
different installments.
Mr. Culligan, adding to Mrs. Livesay's report, said he was very interested in
the presentation on risk management. They were advised by that group that coun-
ties should stay away from insurance advisory boards and that counties should
hire an insurance administrator or insurance evaluator which this county has done.
Permission was given to add the following resolutions to the agenda: Opposi-
tion to Change Status of the Ithaca Post Office, Budget Adjustment—Tompkins
County Library and Authorizing County Participation in Comprehensive Planning
Assistance Program.
RESOLUTION NO. 171A—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
—Representatives Benson and Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee, the
Construction Manager and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
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change orders in the following contracts:
Madison Electric Co., Inc.—Electrical
Lighting for hospital entrance—was
Alternate E-4 on original bid—
Total Change Order E-5—Add $3,300.00
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
Delete Penthouse Floor Drains—
Total Change Order D-3—Deduct $ 237.00
Revision at Labor and Delivery Room—Add $4,094.00
Revision to Lounge—Add $ 342.00
Total Change Order P-4—Add $4,436.00
Revision to Laundry Room and Footing Drain
Total Change Order—P-5—Add $ 993.00
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.—General Construction
Modify Elevator Pit—Add $ 353.00
Provide Desk Support Plates—Add $ 110.00
Revise Wall—Add $ 265.00
Total Change Order—C-9—Add $ 728.00
Modify Masonry—Add Pass Window
Total Change Order—C-10—Add $ 577.00
Delete Light in O.R.—Delete $4,066.00
Delete Fusible Links on some Doors—
Change size wood doors—deduct $ 206.00
Total Change Order—C-11—Deduct $4,272.00
Mr. Culligan said that from now on all change orders will be summarized,
the reasons will be given and there will be a running balance given.
At 10:55 a.m. the meeting was adjourned by vote (with Mr. Robey voting no),
to hold an executive session of the Board regarding the relationship between the
general contractors and the architects and people involved in building the hospital
and also a statement that was allegedly made by one of the Board members.
The regular meeting was reconvened at 11:00 a.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 172A—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Ray. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson and Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construction Account are:
Levatich, Miller, Hoffman P.C.
Fred H. Thomas Associates P.C.
Architects Fee #38 $ 7,930.00
Reimbursable—testing lab 1,864.00
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Management Fee #12 $17,568.28
Office Expense 1,000.91
Personnel 6,975.15
Saperston, Day & Radler
$ 9,794.00
$ 25,544.34
$ 904.85
July 11, 1977 125
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric #9 $108,499.00
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning #8 $151,955.00
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #9 $118,440.00
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction #9 $252,285.00
Seneca Balance Inc. $ 2,500.00
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 173—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
OLD COURTHOUSE
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson and Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Commissioner of Public Works
in the amount of $526.60 to be paid from the County Building Capital Construction
Account are:
Kimble Plumbing and Heating, Inc.—
Heating, Ventilating, Air-conditioning—No. 12—Final $510.00
William Downing Associates—Architect Final 16.60
$526.60
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay said claims out of the funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 174—AUTHORIZATION TO PAY BILL—TOMPKINS
COUNTY LIBRARY LIGHTING—MADISON
ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC.
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused
— Representatives Benson and Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works,
That this Board approves the bill of Madison Electric Company, Inc. in the amount
of $2,880.00, as submitted on invoice, dated June 20, 1977 and authorize immediate
payment of same.
RESOLUTION NO. 175—AWARD OF BID—SHERIFF CAR
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
— Representatives Benson and Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has duly advertised for bids for one
unmarked automobile with certain specifications, including air-conditioning, for
use by the Detective Division of the Sheriff's Department, and
WHEREAS, Ray Stafford's Garage, Inc., of Dryden, New York is the lowest
responsible bidder with a bid of $4,421.00, including air-conditioning, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections and
Budget and Administration Committees, That the aforementioned bid as set forth
above be and the same hereby is accepted and the Sheriff be and he hereby is
authorized to complete said transaction on behalf of the County,
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RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $4,421.00 be appropriated:
From: Contingent Fund (A 1990) $3,782.00
Revenue Account (2680) 639.00
To: Sheriff—Equipment (A 3110.200) $4,421.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 176—CREATION OF POSITION—HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That one position of half-time Typist (04-09), Grade IV, competitive class, in the
Groton office of the Tompkins County Health Department be abolished, effective
immediately, and that one full time position of Typist (04-09) Grade IV, competi-
tive class, in the Groton office of the Tompkins County Health Department be
created, effective immediately. Monies to fund said position are in the 1977 Budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 177—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—TOMPKINS COUNTY
PUBLIC LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Miller. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson and Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Tompkins County Public Library
has received unanticipated revenues in the form of' a special cash grant of
$1,657.90, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has resolved to use these funds in a cer-
tain manner consistent with the purposes of the grant, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the following budget adjustments be made by the County Adminis-
trator:
APPROPRIATION
Code L -7410.200 --County Library—Equipment
Code L-7410.400—County Library—Contractual
$ 922.90
735.00
REVENUES
Code L-1807—Library System Grant $1,657.90
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is di-
rected to make said budget adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 178—OPPOSITION TO CHANGE STATUS OF THE
ITHACA POST OFFICE
Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Resolution adopted with Rep-
resentative Watros casting a dissenting vote.
WHEREAS, U. S. Postal Service plans for a new regional mail sorting sys-
tem may not be in the best interests of the people of Tompkins County and has not
been studied or discussed by the community, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives opposes
plans which would change the status of the Ithaca Post Office and urges the U. S.
Postal Service to retain its present service to Tompkins County unless such plans
can be proved to be in the best interests of Tompkins County.
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RESOLUTION NO. 179—AUTHORIZING COUNTY PARTICIPATION IN
COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, in order to provide for planning activi-
ties contributing to an overall program for its future development, desires to
participate in the Federal -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 Department of State 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 Depart-
ment of State to provide planning and 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 plan-
ning assistance is more particularly described in the project application, and
RESOLVED, further, That if the aforesaid application is approved and ac-
cepted by both the Secretary of State and the Department of Housing and Urban
Development, the County of Tompkins shall enter into a formal agreement with
the New York State Department of State to undertake the project, described in
the approved application and to provide the County's local share of the total cost
(total cost $25,044) of the said project through the provision of technical and pro-
fessional services of the Planning Department in an amount equivalent to 17 per
cent or four thousand, one hundred and seventy-four dollars., ($4,174) together
with such other terms and conditions as may be deemed necessary and appropriate'
to carry out the said project, and
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the. Board of Representatives be and
hereby is authorized and empowered to execute in the name of the County of
Tompkins all necessary applications, contracts and agreements to implement and
carry out the purposes specified in this resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 180—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
—Representatives Benson and Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $ 29,117.41
Encumbrances 83.61
Printing Transfers 130.24
Airport 1,397.19
Highway 100,138.40
$130,866.85
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. Watros placed in nomination the following names to serve on the Eco-
nomic Opportunity Corporation for a one-year term expiring March 31, 1978: Mr.
Bruce Bard, Mr. Richard Boronkay, Mr. Hugh Hurlbut, Mr. John Marcham, Mrs.
Jeanne Vanderbilt, Mrs. Ruth Blanchard, Mr. Gary Hotaling, Mrs. Beverly Live-
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say, Mr. Leonard Miscall, Mr. Roy Carlson. Upon hearing no further nominations,
the Chairman declared the above mentioned persons members of the Economic
Opportunity Corporation.
Mr. Watros placed in nomination the name of Mr. Rodney Brooks to fill the
unexpired term of Mr. Bert Scofield to expire December 31, 1978 and Mr. Courtney
Crawford to fill the unexpired term of Mrs. Elaine Lampman to expire December
31, 1979 on the Library Board of Trustees. Upon hearing no further nominations,
the Chairman declared Mr. Brooks and Mr. Crawford members of the Library
Board of Trustees.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11:48 a.m.
PUBLIC HEARING
AUGUST 8, 1977
TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
1977-78 OPERATING BUDGET
The Chairman opened the public hearing at 9:30 a.m.
It was decided to wait until the resolution approving the budget is read and
then have Mr. Space and Mr. Murphy review it.
The public hearing was closed at 9:37 a.m.
PUBLIC HEARING
AUGUST 8, 1977
STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW ACT
The Chairman called the hearing to order at 9:45 a.m.
No one appeared and the hearing was closed at 9:47 a.m.
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 8, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 13 Representatives. Excused—Representatives Benson and Kidney -
2.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the July 11th 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 coordination meeting—Tompkins County Hospital for July 13,
1977 from the John W. Cowper Company, Inc.; monitoring review of Tompkins
County Titles I, II, and VI CETA Program for FY 1977; letter from C. Robert
Cutia, Director -Coordinator, Ithaca City Youth Bureau thanking Board of Rep-
resentatives for support re County Youth Bureau; letter from Agnes Nash, Direc-
tor, Municipal Accounting Systems, re additional revenue account; monthly prog-
ress report June 1977 re Tompkins County Hospital from John W. Cowper, Inc.;
copy of letter from John Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Commit-
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tee, to John Beach, Probation Supervisor re courthouse parking; weekly progress
report ending July 8 re Tompkins County Hospital from the John W. Cowper Com-
pany, Inc.; copy of letter that was sent to eight consulting firms from W. Burr re
Special Committee on Salary Study; letter from Russell J. deLaubell, Territory
Representative, General Electric asking the Board of Representatives to repeal
Resolution No. 36 (Standardization of Communication Equipment) dated Febru-
ary 14, 1973; letter from District Attorney Joseph Joch to Chairman MacNeil re-
garding the problem of lack of lawyers interested in the District Attorney position
and suggested getting together to discuss-solu-tiers to the problems; memorandum
from Gary A. Lee, Assemblyman, regarding "agency shop bill": which passed the
legislature and is on the way to the Governor for signature; letter from Assembly-
man Gary Lee re acknowledgment of Resolution No. 159—proposed realignment
of Route 96; Daniel Egan, Director, Program Planning and Management Group,
NYS DOT, acknowledging receipt of Board's Resolution No. 159 supporting a four
lane alignment of Route 96; John W. Cowper Company, Inc. weekly progress re-
port ending July 15 re Tompkins County Hospital; copy of a letter to John Mur-
phy from Bruce Dean, County Judge, suggesting that County Administration
provide for a county employee to assume the preparatory features necessary for
gun permits; letter from Darwin H. S. Field, Director, Special Funds and Contract
Section, Department of State, enclosing three copies of Comprehensive Planning
Assistance Project Agreement for signature; Gary A. Lee, Assemblyman, enclos-
ing a bill which passed in the Assembly and sent to Governor Carey re licensing,
identification and control of dogs and to repeal Article 7 of such law relating
thereto; copy of letter to James Spero from Anthony B. DeLuca, accepting the
position of Director of Tompkins County Mental Health Services; copy of letter
to William Burr from Richard Desrochers, NYS Division for Youth, recommending
Sarto Schickel for consideration of appointment to the Search Committee; Orders
for education of handicapped children for Anthony Edward Vuono and Suzanne
Tubbs; John W. Cowper Company, Inc. sent minutes of coordination meeting re
Tompkins County Hospital July 20, 1977; letter from Eugene Leombruno, Chair-
man, Judiciary and Public Safety Committee of Cortland County regarding the
discussion of establishment of a county police force in Cortland and asked for
comments re pros and cons of such a force; copy of memo to Michael Martin from
William Burr re federal revenue sharing requests -1978 County funds; copy of
letter to Richard Desrochers from William Burr regarding Division for Youth re-
imbursement eligibility for both municipalities (towns and villages) and the
county during the pre -youth bureau interim; public notice from NYS Department
of Labor—monies are available under the Emergency Jobs Program Extension
Act of 1976 to fund work projects in Tompkins County; note from Mr. and Mrs.
Ned Boice enclosing copies of letters pertaining to their request to the Town of
Lansing to do something about the conditions in the Lansing Park area; copy of
1977-78 operating budget request for Tompkins -Cortland Community College and
resolution adopting; Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell enclosing copy of letter
to Honorable John T. Vernieu, Presiding Examiner, PSC re Case 80002—Cayuga
Station; Kathleen A. Gaffney, M.D., Commissioner of Health, enclosing Sanitary
Code Revisions which will be voted on August 2 at a Board of Health meeting;
duplicate notices of claim dated July 23, 1977 in the matter of the claim of Mrs.
Betty 0. Muka against the County of Tompkins in the sum of $1,000,017; letter
from Dorothy D. Spencer, Director, Tompkins County Senior Citizens' Council
Inc. enclosing a petition presented to Mr. Stephen Griffin, Director of the Nutri-
tion for Elderly Program and Mr. Richard Killian, Field Representative for NYS
Office for the Aging, requesting a Wednesday meal be served at the center on a
regular basis; resolution from the Steuben County Board of Supervisors endorsing
the concept of a regional correctional institution for use by Chemung, Schuyler,
Steuben and surrounding counties; transmittal memorandum to Robert Williamson
from Wilkie Farr and Gallagher enclosing copies of the transcript of certain pro-
ceedings in connection with the recent delivery of Dormitory Authority of State
of New York $67,930,000 Bond Issue, Upstate Community Colleges, Series A—
Part I and II; John W. Cowper Company, Inc. weekly progress report re Tompkins
County Hospital ending July 22; letter from Martin E. J. Cummings, Principal
Generating Facilities Analyst Office of Environmental Planning, PSC, requesting
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comments re Article VIII of the PS Law which establishes NYS one stop power
plant siting procedure, the portion of the law establishes a $25,000 fund to be used
by municipal intervenoes for hiring consultants and expert witnesses; letter from
United States Pest Office, Rochester, NY re implementation of mechanized mail
processing equipment; letter to Chairman MacNeil from Hushang Bahar, Presi-
dent of TC3, expressing appreciation for the Chairman's strong support of com-
munity colleges; copy of notice to Jane Cullings, Mental Health Department from
Hugh Hurlbut re program supervisor position; copy of letter to John Murphy from
John H. Shafer re preferential acquisition rights to abandoned railway property,
Lehigh Valley Railroad Company 1) Auburn and Ithaca Branch, 2) Seneca Falls
Branch Cayuga and Tompkins Counties; pistol permits for July totalled $68.00;
Department of State Vincent J. Readi re appalachian railroad abandonment proj-
ect; memo to Chairman from NYS Association of Counties re "1977 Report on
Fringe Benefits and Related Practices Affecting County Employees"; Southern
Tier East Regional Planning and Development Board re official transmission of
land use and housing element summary statements; copy of a memo to Michael
Martin, Human Services Coalition from William Burr re federal revenue sharing
application procedure; minutes of progress meeting No. 31 re Tompkins County
Hospital from the John W. Cowper Company, Inc. and weekly progress report
ending July 29; copy of a letter from Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell to John
T. Vernieu, NYS PSC re Case 80002—Cayuga Station—Results of Chlorine De-
mand Analyses and Errata to Revised Answer to PSC/DEC Interrogatory 73-19;
from Southern Tier East Regional Planning and Development Board "Comprehen-
sive Development Plan", "Inventory: Cultural Resources and Community Facili-
ties", "Inventory","Housing, Vol. III Plan", "Housing, Vol. II Needs", "Housing,
Vol. I Inventory"; copy of a letter to William Burr from Richard Desrochers re
County Comprehensive Planning and Development of a Tompkins County Youth
Bureau; copy of a memo to Hon. Bruce Dean from John Murphy re gun permits
application procedures; Joel Robinson, Director, Manpower Planning Secretariat,
re CETA Commitment to affirmative action; copy of a letter to John T. Vernieu,
Presiding Examiner, Public Service Commission from Huber Magill Lawrence and
Farrell re Case 80002—Cayuga Station; copy of letter to John T. Vernieu, Presid-
ing Examiner, PSC from Huber Magill Lawrence Farrell re Case 80002—Cayuga
Station, List of Exhibits; Statement of Assurances General Revenue Sharing—
Entitlement Period Nine; "Notice of appearance" from Barbara Frowman, Special
Council for Economic Development requesting that a copy of all notices and other
papers be served at New York City re Case 80002—Cayuga Station; copy of a
letter to John T. Vernieu, Presiding Examiner, PSC from P. MacEwan, Licensing
Supervisor, NYSEG re NYSEG Cayuga Station project PSC Case 80002 enclosing
"Application to NYS Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment";
copy of a letter to Thomas F. Murphy, TC3 from David Doyle re purchase of
vehicles; letter from Millard Brink to chairman re proposed agricultural district
in the Towns of Newfield and Enfield; letter from NYS Association of Counties re
annual meeting and election of officers September 20. Resolutions will be presented
and 17 votes assigned to Tompkins County; executed agreement between Tomp-
kins County office for Aging and Dryden Senior Housing, Inc.; letter from Darwin
H. S. Fields, Department of State, to 701 Grant recipients re Chief Executive Offi-
cer Endorsement Statement; letter to Chairman from Betty D. Friedlander, Fam-
ily Court Judge, regarding sign over the first floor courtroom which now reads
"Surrogate Court". She suggested changing sign to read "Family Court"; letter
from Ralph Jordon, Chamber of Commerce, notice of meeting re removal of mail
processing from Ithaca to Elmira, August 5; letter from Jesse Helms, United
States Senator, regarding his concern about the possibility of a relative handful
of union bosses seizing control of America's government, and requesting comple-
tion of the enclosed poll and contribution to "Americans against Union Control of
Government" to help them prevent a takeover of America by union bosses; Joel D.
Robinson, re pending legislative amendments which would revise the Title VI Eli-
gibility Criteria and also allowable costs for construction repairs, maintenance and
capital improvements in programs funded under CETA; letter to chairman from
Mrs. Phyllis Baker expressing interest in being a part of an agricultural district
in Towns of Newfield and Enfield; Joel D. Robinson re projects involving construc-
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tion and/or renovation under CETA Title VI; letter to chairman from John L.
Miller, Fire and Disaster Coordinator, regarding reply to General Electric re
standardization of communication equipment; copies of letter to John T. Vernieu,
Presiding Examiner, Public Service Commission, from Huber Magill Lawrence and
Farrell re Case 80002—NYSEG—CLRG Interrogatory concerning fire fighting
equipment at the proposed Cayuga Station and enclosed new project schedule.
Under privilege of the floor, Mrs. Dooley Kieffer spoke representing the
Tompkins County League of Women Voters. She said although they don't oppose
the proposed resolution they feel it would be useful to put it off for as long as it
takes to get input from the local agencies.
Mr. Miller, Chairman of Social Services Committee, said the committee
listened to Mr. Donald Lifton, Associate Director of United Way. He introduced
Mr. Lifton who presented the United Way's three-year fund raising plan and this
year they will conduct a survey on this year's pledge cards to try to find out what
contributors think they should be doing. Mr. Miller said the Human Services Co-
alition has worked closely with Mr. Lifton.
Mr. Miller said he received a letter from Mrs. Florence Riccutti, Alcoholism
Coordinator, requesting funds from United Way. He said he feels the Human
Services Coalition is doing its job and they are going to be seeing some results.
Under privilege of the floor, Mr. Frank Satterly, Mayor of the Town of
Groton, spoke regarding toll free telephone calls from the Town of Groton to
Ithaca, the county seat. He said he would like to see the board support a resolu-
tion asking for toll free service from the Town of Groton.
Mrs. Livesay asked to reserve right for someone to speak later on this subject.
Mr. Webster asked to reserve the right for someone to speak later in the
meeting regarding OAR.
Mr. Steve Burbank, Tompkins County Ecology Action, said they feel strongly
that the proposed SEQR resolution includes threshold levels that are too high.
They hope the board will take time to reexamine these.
At this time Mr. MacNeil introduced Mrs. Sheila Ferrari who will be working
in the County Administrator's office temporarily on the County Charter and Code.
RESOLUTION NO. 181—ADOPTION OF OPERATING BUDGET—
TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Dates. Mr. Ronald Space answered
questions and Mr. Culligan encouraged the administration to do all they can to
increase interest from Cortland County. Ayes—Representatives Webster, Clynes,
Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Livesay, Miller, Ray, Robey, Theisen, Watros,
MacNeil (think in the future there has to be better communication between our
board and the Board of Trustees of the college on many items) -13. Noes -0.
Excused—Representatives Benson and Kidney -2. Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, a Tentative Operating Budget for the Tompkins -Cortland Com-
munity College for the fiscal year September 1, 1977 through August 31, 1978 has
been presented to the Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins pur-
suant to the County Law and Section 6304 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, same has been reviewed by the Intergovernmental Relations and
Budget and Administration Committees and approved by said committees,
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on said proposed Community College
Budget on the 8th day of August, 1977 in the Board of Representatives' Chambers
in the Tompkins County Courthouse, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the said Tentative Operating Budget in the amount of $4,276,337 of
which the Sponsoring Community Contribution is in the amount of $724,037 be
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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 1978 an amount to be deter-
mined pursuant to the approved plan for said college in effect as of September 1,
1977 and that the amount when determined be raised by taxation in the County of
Tompkins in the fiscal year 1978,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall become effective upon the
adoption of a concurrent resolution by the Cortland County Legislature.
RESOLUTION NO. 182—RESCISSION OF RESOLUTION NO. 217-1974—
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Discussion followed and Mr.
Joseph Joch, District Attorney, said it is important to have qualified candidates
and he urged passage of this regardless of when it would take effect. A lengthy
discussion took place. A roll call was taken which resulted as follows: Ayes—Rep-
resentatives Webster, Livesay, Robey, Theisen -4. Noes—Representatives Clynes,
Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Miller, Ray, Watros, MacNeil -9. Excused—Rep-
resentatives Benson, Kidney -2. RESOLUTION LOST.
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 217 of 1974, the office of the District Attorney
was made a part time position in which the District Attorney would give 96% of
his time to the duties of the office and receive an annual salary commencing Janu-
ary 1, 1975 in the sum of $30,000, and
WHEREAS, the office of the District Attorney will be filled at the November
1977 election for a term to commence January 1, 1978, and
WHEREAS, the committee recommends that said position be made full time
effective January 1, 1978, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee That Resolution No. 217, adopted October 14, 1974, be rescinded.
RESOLVED, further, That the office of the District Attorney be full time and
that he receive an annual salary in accordance with the law of the state.
Permission was given to add a resolution pertaining to the District Attorney
position to the agenda.
RESOLUTION NO. 183—SALARY—DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion took place. Resolu-
tion adopted with Representative Dates voting no because he feels it should be
considered at budget time.
RESOLVED, That the Office of the District Attorney, term commencing Janu-
ary 1, 1978 shall be increased $4,778.00 to a total of $34,778.00.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said they met and discussed
a report from Don Lifton which the board heard this morning. The Human Serv-
ices Coalition is meeting regularly. The Alcoholism Steering Committee has met
regularly and has done a good job. He said there will be a meeting next week re-
garding the state closing the group home. On July 19th he attended a Resource
Conservation and Development Board meeting in Norwich with Mr. Calhoun of
the Tompkins County Soil Conservation District Office. He feels the county has
not participated as much as they should but believes from now onthey will. The
next meeting will be held here in Tompkins County in September.
Mr. Theisen reported that the Human Rights Commission has to seek new
quarters, because the building in which they have offices was sold.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said their next meeting will be
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held August 23. They have met several times with the Special Governance Com-
mittee. They met briefly with the Salvation Army on the program for sobering up
stations. They came in with a program but there was an error in what they
thought was required so they will be coming back with another program. He also
reported the new director of Mental Health will begin August 22.
Chairman MacNeil expressed appreciation to Ms. Florence Riccutti for the
excellent report and urged everyone to read it.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, said they took
bids on the Crash, Fire, Rescue Building and while they are competitive, they are
16% over the budget. They are going to wait until August 24th to see how they
make out with the bids on the runway overlay and September 1 for bids on the
terminal building renovations. There was another meeting and it was agreed to go
to an outside covered passageway for access to the restaurant. Regarding the
State Environmental Quality Review Act Legislation (SEQR), he said there was
certainly enough time for any input from any interested parties. He thinks the
board should get this resolution on the books and still give a year's time to decide
more specifically on local matters.
Chairman MacNeil commented regarding SEQR, that they are just voting on
Group I items not Group II. Group II items are the smaller, more refined items of
our particular locality. Group I items are items such as airports, hospitals, high-
ways, large parking lots, sanitary landfills, etc.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, reported they met August 1.
Regarding CETA senior stenographer position at the Planning and Environmental
Management Council Office, the committee unanimously voted it down and felt it
should be turned over to the Legislative Committee. They discussed the credit
union and they wanted more information and will discuss it again at their next
meeting. They received a letter from CSEA and they would discuss dropping their
grievance proceedings for the radiologist salary increase if they would discuss
the redefinition of the bargaining unit. They would also like to discuss that any-
body that belongs to the union pays dues and if this law is passed anyone that
didn't belong they could bargain this so they would have to pay dues whether they
belonged or not. The Personnel Committee, County Attorney and staff met and
were unanimous at this time to turn this down at the present time. CETA posi-
tions are listed and will be filed with the clerk. The CETA Advisory Committee
met and are reviewing CETA applications under the stimulus funds on the 17th
and 18th.
Mrs. Livesay, Chairman, Special Legislative Committee, noted they will meet
tomorrow at 4 p.m. They have a resolution on the agenda to create a permanent
secretarial position in the Planning and Environmental Management Council Of-
fice. They met Friday with the Chamber of Commerce in a combined meeting of
their two legislative committees with our state legislators and representatives of
Congress. The topic was the problems of business in New York State and locally
how they could think of giving incentives. The committee received twocommuni-
cations from the Environmental Management Council. One was to request the
county to update the Reimann-Buechner Report especially the financial and statis-
tical sections. The committee would like to ask the chairman to direct the Planning
Commissioner to investigate how this report can best be updated and see that it is
done. She felt information on the taxing picture would also be useful to the Legis-
lative Committee and this board in dealing with property tax exemption issue. The
other communication has to do with SEQR legislation. They would favor postpon-
ing action until they can collect suggestions from not only environmental people
but from concerned county agencies particularly the Health Department and
Highway. The Legislative Committee would like to support the EMC that more
input be sought. The committee discussed things that did not specifically come
before them but things they are concerned about. They presented one regarding
"Special Legislative Committee Statement on Accurate Representation of County
Policy". The other Statement Mr. Theisen read regarding County Charter budget
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procedures, alleged substantial differences from current practice and urged the
procedures be conformed to the Charter.
Mr. Theisen said the committee felt these matters important enough to dis-
cuss and there should be board action.
Chairman MacNeil asked the Planning Committee to look into the matter of
updating the report of Reimann-Buechner regarding the proposed NYSEG Cayuga
Station Generating Plant.
Chairman MacNeil explained to Mr. Theisen that in requesting permission of
the Board to dispense with action by the Charter Executive Committee when he
became chairman that it gave equal opportunity to each board member and ful-
filled the spirit of the charter.
Mr. Dates said he felt the Budget and Administration Committee should have
been given more notice. The Charter was effective in 1970 and the Charter and
Code is being separated and updated.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, on behalf of
their committee and the Board, wished the best to Mr. William Burr, Assistant
County Administrator, as he leaves county employment for another position.
Mr, William Burr reported the Charter has been broken into two draft docu-
ments—Charter and Code. They have met many times and perhaps in one or two
more meetings the committee will be through all the documentation. The next step
—distribution of the charter draft sent to the appropriate departments for their
input. Following department input, he sees the Budget and Administration com-
mittee meeting again to put final touches on the draft of both documents prior to
recommendation to the full board sometime this fall. He said Mrs. Sheila Ferrari's
primary purpose is going to be finishing up this project in separating Charter and
Code but also a continuation of the project on the development of the county ad-
ministrative manual.
Chairman MacNeil asked Mrs. Livesay for a pragmatic documentation to the
last paragraph of the Legislative Committee's statement concerning accurate rep-
resentation of county policy.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Correction Committee, reported they
met August 2nd and one of the items discussed was the District Attorney's salary
and a copier for the District Attorney's office. They also discussed payment of
membership dues by the county for the District Attorney's office and is being ex-
amined further for legality; discussed increase in Sheriff's salary. They discussed
putting stenographers to the court on salary instead of 750 per page and will be
reviewed by the County Attorney's office. They have a resolution on the agenda to
fill the jail physician position.
Mr. Dates said he attended a meeting in Binghamton called by the Depart-
ment of State on Appalachia railroad abandonment. He stated the TC3 budget
forms were complicated.
Chairman MacNeil said he feels the board needs a better understanding on a
monthly basis on the relationship with trustees of the college so they can better
understand exactly on what they are voting.
Mr. John Murphy, County Administrator, said copies of budget forms have
been distributed to all department heads. He said the fiscal manager, Walter Chay-
kosky, has been hired and will report to work August 15.
Robert Williamson, County Attorney, said they have not received a decision
on moving expenses case before PERB. They are filing a memorandum on the un-
fair labor charge for the radiologist. There is a pending motion to reargue assess-
ment taxing procedures.
August 8, 1977 135
Mr. Dates said there will be a resolution on tax assessment on the next
agenda.
Mr. Ray said at the appropriate time he would like action to set a public
hearing to raise senior citizens' income from $6500 to $7200 for exemption from
paying county taxes.
Mr. Howard Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, said the John W.
Cowper Company, Inc. report is on file and there is a resolution on the agenda for
change orders. Mr. Eggleston is here to explain the change orders.
Permission was given for the following resolutions to be added to the agenda:
Transfer of funds—Social Services Department; Approval of public hearing re tax
exemption for the elderly; Audit of Construction Costs—TC3; Urging New York
Telephone Company to provide toll free calling between the county seat and the
Town of Groton.
A public hearing was set for September 12, 1977 at 9:45 a.m. regarding tax
exemption for the elderly.
RESOLUTION NO. 184—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Holden. Mr. Larry Hoffman, archi-
tect, and Mr. George Eggleston of the John W. Cowper Company, Inc., explained
the reasons for the change orders. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—Representatives
Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
the Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Con-
struction Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the
following change orders in the following contracts:
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—
Plumbing-1. Change medical outside air filter $1,257.00
2. Added piping 364.00
3. Increase service to autopsy table 353.00
Total Change order P-6—add $ 1,974.00
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.—
Revision in mechanical drawings
Total change order H-4—Add $34,022.44
RESOLUTION NO. 185—AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNTY TO ACT AS
SPONSOR OF OFFENDER AID AND
RESTORATION GRANT APPLICATION TO
SOUTHERN TIER EAST REGIONAL PLANNING
BOARD
Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Mr. Blomgren, a member
of the Criminal Justice Advisory Board and the Jail Programs Advisory Commit-
tee, expressed his concern about this funding. He feels it is an excellent program
but said the Jail Programs Advisory Committee would like to see the program in
operation for a longer period of time before the funding.
Mr. Webster recognized the Jail Programs Advisory Committee volunteer
group and the work they have done. He explained the process of the application
for funding for Offender Aid and Restoration (OAR).
Further discussion took place and Ms. Edith Kristeller and Ms. Nancie Zane
spoke about the OAR program.
It was Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Miller, That this resolution be
tabled. Ayes—Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Miller,
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Ray, Robey, Watros, MacNeil -10. Noes—Representatives Livesay, Theisen, Web-
ster -3. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Motion to Table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 186—URGING THE NEW YORK TELEPHONE COMPANY
TO PROVIDE TOLL FREE CALLING BETWEEN
THE COUNTY SEAT AND THE TOWN OF GROTON
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion took place. Mr.
Comstock spoke representing the Chamber of Commerce. They support the resolu-
tion. It was Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Holden, That the last Resolved
be amended to read "Resolved, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and
Corrections Committee, That toll free calling to and from the Ithaca area and the
exchanges of Groton and McLean be considered by the New York Telephone Com-
pany". Amendment adopted. Resolution as amended was adopted.
WHEREAS, New York Telephone Company is offering toll free service from
the Groton 898 Exchange to Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, this same service is not being offered to the McLean 838 Ex-
change, and
WHEREAS, Ithaca is the Tompkins County Seat and all county services are
centered in the Ithaca calling area making the availability of service more remote
and costly to the Town of Groton residents than other county residents, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections
Committee, That toll free calling to and from the Ithaca area and the exchanges
of Groton and McLean be considered by the New York Telephone Company.
RESOLUTION NO. 187—AUTHORIZATION FOR EXTRA WORK UNDER
THE ARCHITECTURAL CONTRACT
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Architects, Levatich Miller Hoffman PC and Fred H. Thomas
Associates PC have proposed to prepare a Telephone Systems Study under provi-
sions of the existing Owner -Architect Agreement for the fixed fee of $2,800.00,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee,
That said extra work be and the same hereby is approved.
RESOLUTION NO. 188—ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW
PROCEDURES
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. A lengthy discussion took place.
It was Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Culligan, to remove the words "as al-
lowed by the court", in Section 19. Motion adopted with Representatives Livesay
and Theisen voting no. It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Theisen,
That this resolution be tabled. Ayes—Representatives Webster, Livesay, Robey,
Theisen -4. Noes—Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Mil-
ler, Ray, Watros, MacNeil -9. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Mo-
tion to table LOST. Resolution adopted with Representatives Livesay and Theisen
voting no.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That pursuant to Article 8 of the New York Environmental Conservation
Law providing for environmental quality review of actions which may have a sig-
nificant effect on the environment, the County of Tompkins hereby adopts the fol-
lowing resolution:
1. (a) Unless the context shall otherwise require, the terms, phrases, words
and their derivatives used in this resolution shall have the same meaning as those
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defined in section 8-0105 of the Environmental Conservation Law and Part 617 of
Title 6 NYCRR.
(b) "County" shall mean the County of Tompkins.
2. No decision to carry out or approve an action other than an action listed
in section 3(b) hereof or section 617.12 of 6 NYCRR as Type II action, shall be
made by the Board of Representatives or by any department, board, commission,
officer or employee of the County until there has been full compliance with all re-
quirements of this resolution and Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR. Each department,
board, commission, officer or employee of the County having jurisdiction shall be
responsible for carrying out the requirements of this resolution and Part 617 of
Title 6 NYCRR on all matters involving their own actions or approvals, except
where more than one department, board, commission,, officer or employee is in-
volved, the County Administrator may designate one to serve as the lead agency.
Nothing herein shall be construed as prohibiting
(a) the conducting of contemporaneous environmental, engineering, eco-
nomic feasibility or other studies and preliminary planning and budgetary
processes necessary to the formulation of a proposal for action which do not com-
mit the County to approve, commence or engage in such action, or
(b) the granting of any part of an application which relates only to
technical specifications and requirements, provided that no such partial approval
shall entitle or permit the applicant to commence the action until all requirements
of this resolution and Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR have been fulfilled.
3. (a) Consistent with Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR and the criteria therein,
the following actions, which include those listed in section 617.12 of Title 6
NYCRR as Type I actions, are likely to have a significant effect on the environ-
ment. The following are Type I actions or classes of actions:
(A) Construction of new (or expansion by more than 50% of existing
size, square footage or usage of existing):
(1) Airports
(2) Public institutions such as hospitals, schools and institutions
of higher learning and correction facilities, major office centers
(3) Road or highway sections (including bridges) which require
an indirect source permit under 6 NYCRR Part 203
(4) Parking facilities or other facilities with an associated park-
ing area for 250 or more cars only if such facility would require an indirect source
permit under 6 NYCRR Part 203
(5) Dams with a downstream hazard of "C" classification under
Environmental Conservation Law (ECL) section 15-0503
(6) Stationary combustion installations operating at a total heat-
ing input exceeding 1,000 million BTU's per hour
(7) Chemical pulp mills
(8) Portland cement plants
(9) Iron and steel plants
(10) Primary aluminum ore reduction plants
(11) Incinerators operating at a refuse charging rate exceeding 250
tons of refuse per 24 hour day
(12) Sulfuric acid plants
(13) Petroleum refineries
(14) Lime plants
(15) Bi -product coke manufacturing plants
(16) Storage facilities designed for or capable of storing one mil-
lion or more gallons of liquid natural gas, liquid petroleum gas or other liquid
fuels
(17) Sulfur recovery plants
(18) Fuel conversion plants
(19) Process, exhaust and/or ventilation systems emitting air con-
taminants assigned an environmental rating of "A" under 6 NYCRR 212 and
whose total emission rate of such "A" contaminants exceeds 1 pound per hour
(20) Process, exhaust and/or ventilation systems from which the
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total emission rate of all air contaminants exceeds 50 tons per day
(21) A sanitary landfill for an excess of 100,000 cubic yards per
year of waste fill
(22) Any facility, development or project which is to be directly
located in one of the following critical areas:
(i) tidal wetlands as defined in Article 25 of the ECL
(ii) freshwater wetlands as defined in Article 24 of the ECL
(iii) flood plains as defined in Article 36 of the ECL
(iv) wild, scenic and recreational rivers areas designated in
Title 27 of Article 15 of the ECL
(23) Any facility, development or project having an adverse impact
on any historic or prehistoric building, structure or site listed on the National
Register of Historic Places or in the Statewide Inventory of Historical and Cul-
tural Resources
(24) Any development, project or permanent facility of a non-agri-
cultural use in an agricultural district which requires a permit except those listed
as Type II actions
(25) Any facility, development or project which would generate
more than 5,000 vehicle trips per any hour or more than 25,000 vehicle trips per
any eight hour period
(26) Any facility, development or project which would use ground
or surface water in excess of 2,000,000 gallons in any day
(27) Any industrial facility, which has a yearly average discharge
flow, based on days of discharge, of greater than .5MGD
(28) Any publicly or privately owned sewage treatment works
which has an average daily design flow of more than 0.5MGD
(29) A residential development outside any standard metropolitan
statistical area as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau that includes 50 or more
units in an unsewered area or 250 or more units in a sewered area or within a
standard metropolitan statistical area that includes 50 or more units in an un-
sewered area or 2,500 or more units in a sewered area.
(30) Lakes or other bodies of water with a water surface in excess
of 200 acres
(B) Any funding, licensing or planning activities in respect to any of
the types of construction listed in (A), above
(C) Application of pesticides or herbicides over more than 1500 contigu-
ous acres
(D) Clearcutting of 640 or more contiguous acres of forest cover or
vegetation other than crops
(E) The proposed adoption of comprehensive land use plans, zoning
ordinances, building codes, comprehensive solid waste plans, state and regional
transportation plans, water resource basin plans, comprehensive water quality
studies, area -wide waste water treatment plans, state environmental plans, local
flood plain control plans, and the like
(F) Commercial burial of radioactive materials requiring a permit under
6 NYCRR Part 380
(G) Any action which will result in excessive or unusual noise or vibra-
tion taking into consideration the volume, intensity, pitch, time duration and the
appropriate land uses for both the source and the recipient of such noise or vibra-
tion
(H) Acquisition or sale by a public agency of more than 250 contiguous
acres of land
3. (b) Consistent with Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR and the criteria therein,
and the 1977 amendments by the State Legislature, all actions not listed in section
617.12 of Title 6 NYCRR and section 3. (a) of this resolution as Type I actions,
shall be considered as Type II actions until September 1, 1978 and shall be deemed
not to have a significant effect on the environment.
4. For the purpose of assisting in the determination of whether an action
may or will not have a significant effect on the environment, applicants for per-
mits or other approvals shall file a written statement with the (governing body,
or appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee having juris-
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diction) setting forth the name of the applicant; the location of the real property
affected, if any; a description of the nature of the proposed action; and the effect
it may have on the environment. In addition, applicant may include a detailed
statement of the reasons why, in their view, a proposed action may or will not
have a significant effect on the environment. Where the action involves an appli-
cation, the statement shall be filed simultaneously with the application for the
action. The statement provided herein shall be upon a form prescribed by the ap-
propriate department, board, commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction
and shall contain such additional relevant information as shall be required in the
prescribed form. Such statement shall be accompanied by drawings, sketches and
maps, if any, together with any other relevant explanatory material required by
the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee having juris-
diction.
5. (a) The appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee
having jurisdiction shall render a written determination on such application with-
in 15 days following receipt of a complete application and statement, provided
however, that such period may be extended by mutual agreement of the applicant
and the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee having
jurisdiction. The determination shall state whether such proposed action may or
will not have a significant effect on the environment. The appropriate department,
board, commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction may hold informal
meetings with the applicant and may meet with and consult any other person for
the purpose of aiding it in making a determination on the application.
(b) The time limitations provided in this resolution shall be coordinated
with, to the extent practicable, other time limitations provided by statute or reso-
lution, ordinance or regulation of the county.
6. Every application for determination under this resolution shall be accom-
panied by a reasonable fee set forth in sections 8b & 11 to defray the expenses
incurred in rendering such determination.
7. If the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee
having jurisdiction determines that the proposed action is not an exempt action,
not an action listed in section 3(b) hereof or section 617.12 of Title 6 of 6 NYCRR
as a Type II action and that it will not have a significant effect on the environ-
ment, the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee having
jurisdiction shall prepare, file and circulate such determination as provided in
section 617.7(b) of Title 6 NYCRR and thereafter the proposed action may be
processed without further regard to this resolution.
If the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee hav-
ing jurisdiction determines that the proposed action may have a significant effect
on the environment, the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or
employee having jurisdiction shall prepare, file and circulate such determination
as provided in 617.7(b) of Title 6 NYCRR and thereafter the proposed action shall
be reviewed and processed in accordance with the provisions of this resolution and
Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR.
8. Following a determination that a proposed action may have a significant
effect on the environment, the appropriate department, board, commission, officer
or employee having jurisdiction shall, in accordance with the provisions of Part
617 of Title 6 NYCRR:
(a) in the case of an action involving an applicant, immediately notify
the applicant of the determination and shall request the applicant to prepare an
environmental impact report in the form of a draft environmental impact state-
ment, or
(b) in the case of an action not involving an applicant, shall prepare a
draft environmental impact statement.
If the applicant decides not to submit an environmental impact report, the
appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction
shall prepare or cause to be prepared for the draft environmental impact state-
ment, or in its discretion notify the applicant that the processing of the applica-
tion will cease and that no approval will be issued. The appropriate department,
board, commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction shall require an appli-
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cant to submit a fee to defray the expense to it of preparing a draft environmental
impact statement or reviewing same if it is prepared by the applicant. Such fee
shall not exceed the actual cost of preparing the impact statement but in any case,
shall not exceed, in aggregate, one half of one per cent of the actions total cost
to the applicant.
9. Upon completion of a draft environmental impact statement, a Notice of
Completion containing the information specified in Section 617.7(d) of Title 6
NYCRR shall be prepared, filed and circulated as provided in section 617.7(e) and
(f) of Title 6 NYCRR. Copies of the draft environmental impact statement and
the Notice of Completion shall be filed, sent and made available as provided in
section 617.7(e) and (f) of Title 6 NYCRR.
If the department, board, commission, officer or employee having jurisdic-
tion determines to hold a public hearing on a draft environmental impact state-
ment, notice thereof shall be filed, circulated and sent in the same manner as the
Notice of Completion and shall be published in the official newspaper of the Coun-
ty, if any, or if none, in a newspaper having general circulation within the County
at least ten days prior to such public hearing. Such notice shall also state the
place where substantive written comments on the draft environmental impact
statement may be sent and the date before which such comments shall be received.
The hearing shall commence no less than 15 calendar days nor more than 60 calen-
dar days of the filing of the draft environmental impact statement, except as
otherwise provided where the appropriate department, board, commission, officer
or employee having jurisdiction determines that additional time is necessary for
the public or other agency review of the draft environmental impact statement or
where a different hearing date is required as appropriate under other applicable
law.
10. If, on the basis of a draft environmental impact statement or a public
hearing thereon the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or em-
ployee having jurisdiction determines that an action will not have a significant
effect on the environment, the proposed action may be processed without further
regard to this resolution.
11. Except as otherwise provided herein, the appropriate department, board,
commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction shall prepare or cause to be
prepared a final environmental impact statement in accordance with the provisions
of Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR, provided further that if the action involves an
application, the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee
having jurisdiction may direct the applicant to prepare the final environmental
impact statement. Such final environmental impact statement shall be prepared
within 45 days after the close of any hearing or within 60 days after the filing of
the draft environmental impact statement, whichever last occurs, provided how-
ever, the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee having
jurisdiction may extend this time as necessary to complete the statement ade-
quately or where problems identified with the proposed action require material
reconsideration or modification.
Where the action involves the preparation, in whole or in part, of the
environmental impact statement by the appropriate department, board, commis-
sion, officer or employee having jurisdiction, such final environmental impact state-
ment shall be accompanied by a fee to defray the expenses of the County in pre-
paring and/or evaluating same. Such fee shall not exceed the actual cost of pre-
paring and evaluating the impact statement but in any case shall not exceed, in
aggregate, one half of one per cent of the action's total cost to the applicant.
12. A Notice of Completion of a final environmental impact statement shall be
prepared, filed and sent in the same manner as provided in section 9 herein and
shall be sent to all persons to whom the Notice of Completion of the draft environ-
mental impact statement was sent. Copies of the final environmental impact state-
ment shall be filed and made available for review in the same manner as the draft
environmental impact statement.
13. No decision to carry out or approve an action which has been the subject
of a final environmental impact statement by the appropriate department, board,
commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction or by any other agency shall
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be made until after the filing and consideration of the final environmental impact
statement. Where the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or em-
ployee having jurisdiction has been the lead agency for an action, it shall make a
decision whether or not to approve the action within 30 days of the filing of the
final environmental impact statement.
14. When an appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee
having jurisdiction decides to carry out or approve an action which may have a
significant effect on the environment it shall make the following findings in a writ-
ten determination:
(a) consistent with social, economic and other essential considerations to
the maximum extent practicable, from among the reasonable alternatives thereto,
the action to be carried out or approved is one which minimizes or avoids adverse
environmental effects, including the effects disclosed in the relevant environmental
impact statements, and
(b) all practicable means will be taken in carrying out or approving the
action to minimize or avoid adverse environmental effects.
15. For public information purposes, a copy of the determination shall be
filed and made available as provided in Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR.
16. The County shall maintain files open for public inspection of all Notices
of Completion, draft and final environmental impact statements and written de-
terminations prepared or caused to be prepared by the appropriate department,
board, commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction.
17. Where more than one agency is involved in an action, the procedures of
sections 617.4 and 617.8 of Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR shall be followed.
18. Actions undertaken or approved prior to the dates specified in Article 8
of the environmental conservation law for local agencies shall be exempt from this
resolution and the provisions of Article 8 of the environmental conservation law
and Part 617 of Title 6 NYCRR, provided, however that if, after such dates the
appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction
modified any action undertaken or approved prior to that date and the appropriate
department, board, commission, officer or employee having jurisdiction determines
that the modification may have a significant adverse effect on the environment,
such modification shall be an action subject to this resolution and Part 617 of Title
6 NYCRR.
19. Any person or persons, jointly or severally, aggrieved by any decision of
the appropriate department, board, commission, officer or employee may apply to
the Supreme Court for review by a proceeding under Article 78 of the Civil Prac-
tice Law and Rules. Such proceeding shall be instituted within 30 days after the
filing of a decision in the Office of the Clerk of the Board of Representatives. If
the applicant is not successful in his application to the Court, costs shall be as-
sessed against said applicant. Costs shall not be allowed against the county unless
it shall appear to the court that the county acted with gross negligence, or in bad
faith, or with malice in making the decision appealed from.
20. This resolution shall take effect on June 1, 1977.
RESOLUTION NO. 189—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—SOCIAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee and the
Budget and Administration Committee, That the following transfer be and hereby
is approved:
From: Social Services Staff Development 6010.500 $19,972.00
To: Social Services Personnel Services 6010.110 18,772.00
Social Services Social Security 6010.830 1,200.00
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. 190—AUDIT OF CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Robey. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the claim audited by the Intergovernmental Relations Committee
in the amount of $300.00 to be paid from the Capital Construction Account of the
Tompkins -Cortland Community College is:
Claim No. 109—Capital Construction—James Cahill, Esq.—payment glass
claim—$300.00
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amount be and the same is hereby audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is autho-
rized and directed to pay said claim out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 191—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construction Account are:
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Management Fee #13 $11,406.22
Office Expense 827.28
Personnel 7,019.03
Levatich, Miller, Hoffman, P.C.
Fred H. Thomas Associates P.C.
Architects Fee #39 $ 7,930.00
Reimbursables—testing lab 2,520.00
Reimbursables—printing 99.50
Movable equipment #9 2,680.00
Telephone Study 1,620.00
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction #10
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilating, Air conditioning #9
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing # 10
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric # 10
$ 19,252.53
$ 14,849.50
$469,050.00
254,800.00
54,000.00
134,751.00
RESOLUTION NO. 192—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
VILLAGE OF LANSING—WATER TANK
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Dates. It was Moved by Mr. Ray, sec-
onded by Mr. Dates, That the resolution be amended to read "upon approval of the
contents of said lease by the Planning and Public Works Committee and the
County Attorney". Amendment adopted. Resolution as amended adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That the County of Tompkins purchase from the Village of Lansing the ele-
vated water tank located at the Tompkins County Airport for the sum of $1.00 and
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that thereafter the County of Tompkins enter into a lease of said water tank to
the Village of Lansing for a term of ten years pursuant to Section 72H of the
General Municipal Law, said lease to be renewed automatically for nine periods of
ten years each and that the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to execute any/all documents required to execute such agreements,
upon approval of the contents of said lease by the Planning and Public Works
Committee and the County Attorney.
RESOLUTION NO. 193—AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY HIGHWAY
SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH THE NEW YORK STATE
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A SAFER ROADS
DEMONSTRATION PROJECT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Congress of the United States has through the Highway
Safety Act of 1973 declared it to be in the national interest for Federal funds to
be expended for a "Safer Road Demonstration Program" as defined in Section 203
of such Act (Section 405, Title 23, U.S.C.), and
WHEREAS, the above mentioned Sections provide for the apportionment of
Federal aid funds to the State for the purposes of carrying out the above identified
demonstration projects, and
WHEREAS, Section 405 of Title 23, United States Code, authorizes the State
to enter into a formal agreement for such construction with the appropriate local
officials of the County in which such project is located, and
WHEREAS, Sections 10 and 80 of the Highway Law authorizes the New York
State Commissioner of Transportation to use moneys disbursed under the Federal
Aid Highway Acts, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the County Highway Superintendent be and he is hereby
authorized to execute an agreement with the New York State Department of
Transportation in order to undertake a Safer Roads Demonstration Project.
RESOLUTION NO. 194—AUTHORIZATION TO PAY BILL—TOMPKINS
COUNTY LIBRARY—LIGHTING—MADISON
ELECTRIC CO., INC.
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused
—Representatives Benson, Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works,
That this Board approves the bill of Madison Electric Company, Inc. in the amount
of $9,419 as submitted and authorize payment of same.
RESOLUTION NO. 195—AWARD OF BID—BRIDGE—TOWN OF CAROLINE
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Discussion took place. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids on
construction of a bridge over Six Mile Creek, Town of Caroline, and
WHEREAS, Les Strong, Inc., Whitney Point, New York, is the lowest respon-
sible bidder for construction of superstructure on said bridge with a bid of
$39,700.00 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, That the bid of Les Strong, Inc. in the amount of $39,700.00 be and the
same is hereby accepted, providing that the Federal Disaster Funds be increased
by $47,877.00 to cover a reasonable portion of the completed bridge, including
Sheet Pile Abutments to be installed under per square foot price of highway
materials bids.
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RESOLUTION NO. 196—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—HIGHWAY
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee and the Commissioner of Public Works, That the following transfers be
and they hereby are approved:
Highway:
From: Traffic D-3310.400 Contractual and Other Expense
To. Traffic D-3310.300 Supplies and Materials $12,000
From: Machinery E-5130.300 Supplies and Materials
To: Machinery E-5130.400 Contractual and Other Expense $20,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 197—CREATION OF POSITIONS—YOUTH BUREAU
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Discussion took place. Ayes
—Representatives Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Thei-
sen, Watros, MacNeil -10. Noes—Representatives Clynes, Ray -2. Excused—Rep-
resentatives Benson, Kidney, Webster -3. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of a majority of those present of the Per-
sonnel Committee and the Special Youth Committee, That one position of Youth
Bureau Director (14-15) competitive class, labor grade XIV and one position of
Stenographer (05-09) competitive class, labor grade V, be created effective im-
mediately,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $7,680 be appropriated from the Con-
tingent Fund (Code A1990) to County Youth Bureau (Code 7020.100),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 198—CREATION OF POSITION—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That one posi-
tion of Senior Typist, labor grade D, competitive class, be created effective im-
mediately at the Tompkins -Cortland Community College. Monies are available in
the 1977-1978 Tompkins -Cortland Community College Budget to cover said posi-
tion.
RESOLUTION NO. 199—CREATION OF POSITION—CETA—
COUNTY COURT
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That one
CETA law clerk position (09-29), competitive class, labor grade IX, be created
in the County Judge's office, effective immediately, monies to fund said position
provided through CETA funding.
RESOLUTION NO. 200—CREATION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committee,
That one position of Assistant Hospital Administrator (18-01) competitive class,
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labor grade XVIII, be created on a temporary basis for the period of August 8,
1977 through December 31, 1977, monies to fund said position are in the 1977
Hospital Budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 201—CREATION OF POSITION—CETA—
ASSESSMENT DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Adminis-
tration Committees, That -one CETA Clerk position (03-02) be abolished and that
one CETA Assessor's Aide position (04-16) competitive class, Grade IV, be created
in the Assessment Department, effective immediately. Monies for said position
provided through CETA funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 202—CREATION OF POSITION—BUDGET AND
ADMINISTRATION
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -12. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Benson, Kidney, Webster -3. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Adminis-
tration Committee, That one position of typist (04-09) competitive class, labor
grade IV, be created in the Finance Office for a period not to exceed eight weeks,
twice a year, for the purpose of handling Certificates of Residency,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $1,008 be appropriated from the Con-
tingent Fund (Code A 1990) to Code 1310.100, and
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 203—CREATION OF POSITION—
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Discussion took place. Ayes
—Representatives Culligan, Haight, Livesay, Miller, Theisen -5. Noes—Represen-
tatives Clynes, Dates, Holden, Ray, Robey (think it should go through budget
process), Watros, MacNeil -7. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney, Web-
ster -3. LOST.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, That
one position of CETA Senior Stenographer be abolished in the Planning Depart-
ment and that one position of Senior Stenographer (09-14) competitive class, labor
grade IX be created effective immediately.
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $3,170.00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (A-1990) to Planning Department Personal Services (A-8020.100)
to cover said position through December 31, 1977,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 204—AWARD OF BID—BOARD OF ELECTIONS
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Commissioners of Elections have duly advertised for bids for
primary election supplies for the Primary Election to be held September 8, 1977,
and
WHEREAS, Arnold Printing Corporation of 416 East State Street, Ithaca,
New York, is the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications with a bid in
the amount of $782.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the bid of Arnold Printing Corporation, 416 East State Street, Ithaca,
146 August 8, 1977
New York in the amount of $782.00 for primary election supplies be and the same
hereby is accepted and the Commissioners of Elections be and they are hereby
authorized to complete the said transactions on behalf of the county.
RESOLUTION NO. 205—RESCISSION OF RESOLUTION NO. 175-1977—
SHERIFF'S CAR
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Miller. Ayes—Representatives Clynes,
Culligan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Miller, Ray, Robey, Watros, MacNeil -10. Noes—
Representatives Livesay, Theisen -2. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney,
Webster -3. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Stafford's Garage of Dryden, New York, has advised the Sheriff
that he cannot deliver the vehicle bid by Resolution No. 175 of 1977 because same
is out of stock. Said vehicle became unavailable at the time the County accepted
its bid, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That said resolution be and the same hereby is rescinded.
RESOLUTION NO. 206—SHERIFF'S SALARY
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Discussion took place. It was
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Culligan, That the resolution be tabled until
budget time. Ayes—Representatives Culligan, Dates, Miller, Robey, Theisen, Wat-
ros, MacNeil -7. Noes—Representatives Clynes, Haight, Holden, Livesay, Ray -5.
Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney, Webster -3. Motion to Table Lost. It
was Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. MacNeil, to refer this resolution to the
Budget and Administration Committee for further study with consultation from
the Public Safety and Corrections Committee. Ayes—Representatives Dates, Mil-
ler, Robey, Theisen, Watros, MacNeil -6. Noes—Representatives Clynes, Culligan,
Haight, Holden, Livesay, Ray -6. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney,
Webster -3. Motion Lost. A roll call on the resolution resulted as follows: Ayes—
Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Haight, Holden, Livesay, Ray, Robey, Watros-
8. Noes—Representatives Dates, Miller, Theisen, MacNeil -4. Excused—Represen-
tatives Benson, Kidney, Webster -3. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That the office of the Sheriff for the term of office commencing January 1,
1978 shall be increased $3,000 to a total of $21,500.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 207—APPOINTMENT OF JAIL PHYSICIAN
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Dr. John Maines has requested that his term as jail physician be
terminated effective immediately, and
WHEREAS, Family Medicine Center has stated that their group will handle
the duties of jail physician at a cost of $15.00 per jail visit, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That Dr. John Maines be terminated as jail physician per his request,
RESOLVED, further, That Family Medicine Center be and they hereby are
appointed jail physician at a charge of $15.00 per jail visit to serve at the pleasure
of the Board.
RESOLUTION NO. 208—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Ayes -12. Noes—O. Excused
—Representatives Benson, Kidney, Webster -3. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
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General Fund $112,118.65
Encumbrances 2,700.00
Airport 4,390.99
Highway 131,122.56
Total $250,332.20
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.
Mrs. Livesay asked for an Executive Session to discuss bid for Sheriff's car.
A roll call was taken. Ayes—Representatives Clynes, Dates, Haight, Holden, Live -
say, Miller, Theisen, MacNeil -8. Noes—Culligan, Ray, Robey, Watros-4. Ex-
cused—Representatives Benson, Kidney, Webster -3. Motion adopted.
An executive session was held and the meeting was reconvened at 2:55.
RESOLUTION NO. 209—AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID—
SHERIFF'S CAR
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the Office of Budget and Administration be and they here-
by are authorized to advertise for bids for one vehicle for the Sheriff's Depart-
ment, 1978 vehicle, as per specifications provided by the Public Safety and Cor-
rections Committee.
Chairman MacNeil appointed William Gilmore to the CETA Advisory Com-
mittee to replace Mr. Almon Stevens who resigned.
Chairman MacNeil said he will appoint a committee to study and make recom-
mendations on how they can best interest more lawyers in the District Attorney
position but said he will table that appointment at this time.
It was Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Miller, That this meeting be
adjourned to August 29, 1977 to take care of any needed business. If there is no
business by Monday, August 22 then it can be postponed. Adopted.
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PUBLIC HEARING
SEPTEMBER 12, 1977
LOCAL LAW NO. 2-1977
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO LOCAL LAW NO. 2-1966
(Matter in parentheses is old, bold face 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, and Local
Law No. 1-1975, adopted February 24, 1975.
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. 2-1977 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 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 ($6,500) $7,200 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 ($6,500) $7,200. "Income" includes all social
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 information 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 assess-
ing 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
approved in order for the exemption to be granted. Failure to mail any such appli-
cation 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 prop-
erty owned by such person.
Section 3. If the application requesting a tax exemption is granted by the Asses-
sor 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 willful 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.
September 12, 1977 149
Section 5. This local law shall be effective immediately.
Chairman MacNeil called the public hearing to order at 9:45 a.m.
Rev. Ralph Williamson spoke in favor of the increase of income limitation.
Mr. George Kiger, representing the Caroline Unit of Senior Citizens, also
spoke in favor of the increase.
Mrs. Nelson, a widow, said the tax exemption has meant the difference of
staying in her home.
A representative of the County Senior Citizens' Council and Chairman of the
County Housing Committee, said the Council supports this proposal.
Chairman MacNeil said the husband or wife must be 65 years of age and
owner of the property for the previous two years. The income level is being
changed from $6,500 to $7,200 per annum. Application must be made approxi-
mately sixty days prior to the taxable status date.
The public hearing was closed at 10:00 a.m.
REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 12, 1977
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 August 8, 1977 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 letter from Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell to John H. Verniew,
Presiding Examiner re review of Case 80002—Final Report on Cayuga Station
Ash Disposal; Department of Labor, Joel D. Robinson, re enrollment validation;
resolution from the Town of Danby Board increasing annual income limit for per-
sons 65 or older from $6,500 to $7,200 to receive 50% real property tax exemp-
tion; copy of letter to Edward Abbott from Kathleen Gaffney, Commissioner of
Health, re water and sewage investigation for property transfers; copy of letter
to David Doyle from Thomas Murphy, Dean of Administration—TC3 re vehicle
claims; claim against County of Tompkins, Tompkins County Hospital by Laura
J. Carroll for $500,000.00; copy of letter from Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell
re Case 80002—NYSE&G—Errata to Final Report on Cayuga Station Ash Dis-
posal; weekly progress report ending August 5, 1977 re Tompkins County Hos-
pital from the John W. Cowper Company; letter from Frank M. Monek, Real
Estate and Tax Manager re reference to the desire of Tompkins County to buy
railroad company land in the Village of Freeville and Town of Dryden and Groton
containing 45.643 acres also enclosed formal order form to be executed by Chair-
man; executed agreement between County of Tompkins and Salvation Army for
nutrition program for the elderly; letter from Executive Director of NYS Associ-
ation of Counties re state-wide petition drive for congressional welfare reform;
letters from W. C. Burr to H. S. MacNeil re County Youth Budget and private
and public agency applications for county DFY eligibility; resolution of Schuyler
County endorsing concept of a regional jail; appointments to County Youth Board
from Town of Groton—William Shaw; Village of Trumansburg—James Vorp;
Town of Enfield—Rhoda Linton; resolution of Town of Lansing to exercise prefer-
entialacquisition rights to abandoned railroad property in town; South Central
New York Resource Conservation and Development Area Council minutes for July
19 and July coordinator's report; Hospital Construction special executive meeting
minutes of August 12 and the John W. Cowper Co., Inc. coordination meeting of
August 10 and weekly progress report for August 12; Department of Labor memo
150 September 12, 1977
re "Wards of the Court": and youth offenders for summer program, enrollment
validation, timely reporting of CETA transactions, eligibility of VISTA volunteer
for CETA programs, pending legislative amendments to revise Title VI eligibility
criteria, and allowable costs for construction, repairs, maintenance, and capital
improvements in programs funded under CETA; copy of a letter to Neil A. Swift,
Public Service Commission, from Gary Lee re toll free calling for Groton -Ithaca
Exchange; minutes of the Hospital Executive Committee of the Construction
Committee held August 4; weekly progress report ending August 19, 1977 from
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.; Joel D. Robinson, Director of Manpower Planning Sec-
retariat, re Jobs Tax Credit; letter from Hudson H. Bates, President, NYS Land-
owners for Constitutional Rights, Guilderland, NY to Chairman MacNeil re Repeal
of the Freshwater Wetlands Act; Social Services Department monthly statistical
reports for May and June 1977; memo from Eugene Arnold, Hospital Administra-
tor, re resolution of use of old hospital building; resolution from Cayuga County
re opposing excessive salaries and staff of the Health Service Agency; copy of
letter to Joseph Aberasturi, FAA re Tompkins County Airport ADAP 8-36-0047-03
contract no. FA -EA -1146; Joel D. Robinson re pending legislative amendments
which would revise the Title VI eligibility criteria and eligiblity of VISTA volun-
teers for CETA programs; copy of letter to John Murphy from Saperston, Day
and Radler, re Sarkisian Brothers; copy of a letter to Robert I. Watros from Joan
Ormondroyd, Chairman, Library Board of Trustees, enclosing a resolution adopted
by the Board of Trustees to increase salary of Library Director and to promote
him to higher grade and memorandum of understanding between the Tompkins
County Library Board of Trustees and the County Unit, Library section, CSEA;
minutes of progress meeting 33 from John W. Cowper Co., Inc.; letter to Chair-
man MacNeil from Martin E. J. Cummings, Principal Generating Facilities An-
alyst, Officer of Environmental Planning, thanking him for response to his inquiry;
copy of letter from Attorney General Lefkowitz re Penn Central Transportation
Company compromise offer; resolution of Cortland County re adoption of TC3
Budget, audit of capital expenditures claims 109 and 110; copy of letter to Walter
Spencer from John J. Murphy enclosing copy of letter from John McTague, Direc-
tor of Finance from the Dormitory Authority indicating that they cannot reim-
burse the counties for a portion of the cost of on -road vehicles purchased for use
of TC3; letter from Kathy Morris re Celebration Ithaca; letter from Gerald L.
Moses, Jr., Village Clerk of Groton, designating Linda Christopher to be their
Youth Board member; letter from Aileen Beers enclosing a draft of proposed reso-
lution re the accounts receivable condition of the hospital; certificate of final state
equalization rate for Town of Groton; memo from Richard Desrochers re Governor
Carey has signed Bill A8526, 56013, extending the state aid minimum to coincide
with, the extension granted last year for comprehensive planning to April 1, 1978;
minutes of coordination meeting number 33A re Tompkins County Hospital from
the John W. Cowper Co., Inc.; The National Register of Historic Places in NYS
from NYS Parks and Recreation; letter from William Redmond, Executive Direc-
tor, Economic Development Board re Economic Action Program Bond Act, which
when approved by the voters will make available $750 million in state funds for
projects to improve the economy; memo to Hugh Hurlbut from John Murphy re
future negotiations with TC3; memo to Chairman MacNeil from Hugh Hurlbut re
wording for guidelines for future increased wage and fringe benefits with TC3;
resignations of Andrew McElwee and Richard Reynolds from the Environmental
Management Council; memo from Joel D. Robinson, Director, Manpower Planning
Secretariat, re compensation for Administrative Employees in CETA and copy of
1976 Salary Survey of Municipal CETA employees in NYS; resolutions from TC3
Board of Trustees—Audit of Capital Expenditures Claims 109 and 110, adoption
of 1977-1978 operating budget rescinding claims 109 and 110; memo from James
White, Chairman, Environmental Management Council, re Fall Creek Corridor
Management Plan; Department of Social Services monthly statistical report for
July 1977; letter from Paula Adams, Senior Communications Rate Analyst in ref-
erence to Resolution No. 186 concerning toll free calling from the Groton and
McLean exchanges to the Ithaca Exchange of the NY Telephone Company, toll
free calling from Groton to Ithaca will be implemented in June 1979; weekly
progress report Tompkins County Hospital for August 26 from John W. Cowper
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Co.; letter from William G. Bentley, Director, NYS Division of Solid Waste Man-
agement re boundaries of each area within state which is appropriate for carry-
ing out regional solid waste management; copy of memo to Town Supervisor,
Village Mayors, City Mayor re transportation commission proposal; authorization
to start Off -System Federal Aid Highway Program Project—Salmon Creek Road
and executed agreement from Joseph M. Powers, Regional Transportation Direc-
tor, Region 3; copy of letter from John Murphy to Charles Herndon, Executive
Director, EOC re contract between Tompkins County and NYS Department of
Youth; monthly progress report for August from John W. Cowper, Inc.; copy of
letter to Howard Stevenson from Lawrence Hoffman :PC re furnishing Tompkins
County Hospital; memo from Robert J. Freeman, Executive Director, NYS Com-
mittee on Public Access to Records re amendments to open meetings law; letter
from Mabel Purdy, Enfield Town Clerk appointing Rhoda Linton as representa-
tive to County -wide youth bureau; Pistol Permits for August totaled $113.00; copy
of status letter of Saperston, Day & Radler to Henry Theisen; weekly progress
meeting minutes September 6 and September 2 of John W. Cowper Co., Inc.; De-
partment of Labor memo re Official Policy regarding work experience Titles II
and VI; Interrogatories of NYSE&G—Cayuga Station.
Under privilege of the floor, Mr. Culligan said that he is discouraged about
the placement of the entrance of paid parking at the airport and also the ticket
machine is placed on a curve and difficult to reach.
Under privilege of the floor, Mrs. Livesay requested, along the lines suggested
by Chairman MacNeil last meeting, that a special committee to look at the dis-
trict attorney situation, be referred to the Criminal Justice Advisory Board to
make a study of whether the district attorney position should be part time or full
time and to make a recommendation back to this board and also to get into the
staffing of the office. She also asked that the CETA Advisory Committee be re-
quested to look at which CETA positions need to be full time positions and some
kind of system be developed of moving CETA positions that are identified as
county positions into permanent county positions.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said they have a resolution
to present regarding the County Home. They are setting up a meeting with the
Public Safety Committee September 27 to implement the IVD situation. He invited
everyone to a meeting of the Resource Conservation and Development Board, Sep-
tember 20, 1977 at TC3. It is the first time the group has met here in Tompkins
County. They will be looking at some of the work done in conservation work
around the TC3 campus.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, reported they have two resolu-
tions today but he will be asking for the withdrawal of one pertaining to the
Office for the Aging which Susan Clarke, Director, will explain later. He said they
met again with the Salvation Army and they are still contemplating building a
new structure to house a temporary and emergency housing program. One of
them being a sobering -up station and taking care of people who can't take care of
themselves. There will be a meeting Wednesday at the Salvation Army to talk
about the program. They are looking for city and county aid for an important
program which has not been a government program. He said the Committee will
meet September 13 with the Hospital Governance Committee. He reported there
has been a complaint brought to their attention regarding the medical examiner's
office and the fact perhaps the duties of the office are not being legally and fully
met. They listened to Mr. Miller's complaint. The committee decided to have the
County Attorney, County Administrator, and Personnel Commissioner to meet
with himself and Mr. Dates, Chairman of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee. They have asked the County Attorney to fully look into this and give to
the committee in writing on September 22 at 7:30 p.m. They will take the advice
of the County Attorney and if he feels the position is not being fully met they will
take procedures to correct. He publicly had asked if anyone had any criticism of
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the Department of Medical Examiner to contact him but has received none at this
point.
Mr. Robey, Mental Health, reported the Mental Health Board met Tuesday
evening which the new director Anthony DeLuca attended. He hopes the Board
will go back to meeting once a month instead of twice a month. He said a big
event in Mental Health is the successful merger of the two alcoholism agencies.
The boards agreed to combine and selected Florence Ricciutti, Alcoholism Coordi-
nator, as the Executive Director of the agency. This will require some direct
county funding. The Mental Health Board endorsed the merger. The Human Serv-
ices Coalition received it and endorsed it. Mr. DeLuca is moving ahead on some of
the staffing vacancies in the department. They also received a revenue sharing
request for transportation at Meadow House.
Mr. Ray said he feels the committee chairmen, as far ahead as possible,
should notify the clerk's office relative to the scheduled meeting dates.
Chairman MacNeil said he feels Mrs. Ricciutti is a very efficient, welcome
person to head the Alcoholism committee.
Mr. Miller said there have been many fine people in Tompkins County who
for the last three years have been trying to put this program together but it
looked like it was a failing situation and finally with Mrs. Ricciutti's help the
program has jelled and he thanked all the people in the county who worked on it.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works, said the consultants did
meet with federal officials on the airport projects. They are hopeful by the next
meeting they will be prepared to accept grant offers for four projects and ap-
proval of federal funding of night time paving so the airport is not shut down
during that project.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, said they met regarding abolish-
ing, changing and reclassifying positions. Regarding the Multi -county Solid Waste
meeting in Cortland August 12th, they are working under their budget of the four
counties that did fund it for $24,600—should be in by May 1, 1978. Broome County
didn't fund it but are making a study of their own and will make it available to
the Ways Committee. Chemung County is investigating. He also said the Anti -re-
cession committee will meet Wednesday to go over positions, studies and points,
and will try to finalize to the monies available. Regarding Multi -county Solid
Waste, at the present time NYSE&G is the only one interested but won't do much
more until they get cost figures.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, met to dis-
cuss various data they requested from TC3 relative to the budgeting process. They
also discussed resolving capital funding. They expect Tuesday to start reviewing
budget requests for 1978.
Chairman MacNeil said the requested use of books at the Tompkins County
Library is declining. He is hopeful the Intergovernmental Relations Committee
will conte in with reports on why this is happening and what the direction the
library may be taking in the future.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Correction Committee, said they
met and reviewed budgets. He said suggested changes to budget procedures were
placed on everyone's desks. Chairman MacNeil referred the proposed changes to
the Budget and Administration Committee to review.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, thanked depart-
ment heads for budgets and they will be starting their deliberations in October.
The committee would like to know about other committees that are discussing
budgets so they can listen to department heads document their budgets so they can
cut down on some of the meetings. He said he is glad the committees are taking
an interest in budget procedures. The Budget and Administration Committee is
recommending the adoption of Local Law No. 2 1977 presented this morning. They
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are going to ask permission to add a resolution to the agenda regarding the ap-
proval of use of fund -balance Human Services Coalition.
Mr. Dates said he would like to establish a cut off date for federal revenue
sharing applications of September 19. He said the committee discussed and felt all
requests should go over the Human Services Coalition desk so they know what is
going on.
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, said they had already requested all rev-
enue sharing applications be in by September 1. However, it was never really
established as a cut-off date and they have had requests for an extension date
beyond September 1. They are going to establish a cut-off date by September 19.
Mr. Doyle has set up a budget summarization sheet which presents more informa-
tion than the committee would ordinarily have when reviewing.
Mr. Dates said Mr. Michael Martin is setting up a meeting between the city
revenue sharing committee and the county revenue sharing committee and if any-
one is interested get in touch with Mr. Martin.
Discussion regarding budget procedures took place.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, reported the County has new lawsuits
started by taxpayers against the County on assessment. One is Cayuga Mall and
one is Mr. and Mrs. Sweet of Lansing. There is one by Pyramid, which was a Local
Law passed concerning construction done after January 1, 1976, is requesting re-
duction in their tax assessment on the basis they constructed capital improve-
ments following January 1976. He said they were successful in two assessment
cases in the city. The judge dismissed them. They had to reargue another case
involving Lansing North.
Mr. Miller said he has looked into the group home situation. The home that
the state closed was not any fault of people running the home or people in the
home. It was strictly a neighborhood problem. They are now looking for a new
location.
Mr. MacNeil said he gave Mr. Clynes a copy of the Environmental Manage-
ment Council report on the study of Fall Creek and asked for a recommendation
from the Planning and Public Works Committee on the feasibility of adopting a
resolution at a later date.
Chairman MacNeil said there are still many rceommendations for people to
serve on the Youth Board to be received. There are approximately 25 applicants
for the position of Youth Bureau Director. He asked the committee—Mr. Culligan,
Don Wilson of the Probation Department, Mr. Cutia of the Youth Bureau, as rep-
resentatives of government and youth service agencies along with Mr. Shaw who
is an early appointment from the Village of Groton, Mrs. Linton an early appoint-
ment from Newfield, Mr. James Vorp from the Village of Trumansburg, to serve
on the selection committee. He asked them to select three people equally qualified
for the job so he could choose one of those to be the director. He asked Mr. Hurl-
but for his staff support.
Mr. Robey requested a brief update on the hospital construction.
Chairman MacNeil said the hospital is more than forty per cent complete. It
seems to be progressing more smoothly at this time than it has in the past.
Mr. Culligan noted that we are going to see more of this unless the federal
government cuts down the red tape factor that is involved in the federal programs.
It was approved that a resolution pertaining to Authorization to Apply for
Funds, Authorization to Execute Agreement, be withdrawn. Susan Clarke, Direc-
tor of the Office for the Aging, explained that the problem is while they could
make the 10% required local share from the organizations that actually employ
older people, by counting the time that the supervised plan for the program, the
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federal requirements, that how we document them on application forms would take
a full 35 hour week. They are already overstaffed and overburdened; therefore,
they would like to pass this program up and withdraw the resolution.
Permission was given to withdraw resolutions regarding Budget Adjustment
Tompkins County Library and Abolishing positions—County Clerk's Office and to
add resolutions pertaining to Amended Grant Agreement, FAA Airport Project
No. 8036-0047-03; Creation of Temporary Position—Anti-Recession Funds; and
Approval of Use of Fund—Balance Human Services Coalition.
It was Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mrs. Livesay, That Resolution No.
185—Authorization for County to Act as Sponsor of Offender Aid and Restoration
Grant Application to Southern Tier East Regional Planning Board be lifted from
the table. Adopted.
There was discussion regarding the resolution that was withdrawn regarding
Authorization to Apply Funds—Authorization to Execute Agreement, and Mrs.
Livesay moved that it be put back on the agenda and the county pick up the $2,000
funding. No second was received.
RESOLUTION NO. 210—ADOPTION OF LOCAL LAW NO. 2-1977—
AMENDMENTS TO LOCAL LAW NO. 2-1966
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after notice required by law on
Local Law No. 2-1977, relative to amendments to Local Law No. 2-1966, as
amended by Local Law No. 1-1971 and Local Law No. 1-1975, increasing the
income limitation to $7,200 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 September 12, 1977, at 9:45 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 Commit-
tee, that said Local Law No. 2-1977 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 certi-
fied copies with the Secretary of State.
RESOLUTION NO. 185—AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNTY TO ACT AS
SPONSOR OF OFFENDER AID AND
RESTORATION GRANT APPLICATION TO
SOUTHERN TIER EAST REGIONAL PLANNING
BOARD (Was Tabled 8/8/77)
Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mr. Theisen. A lengthy discussion took
place. Sheriff Robert Howard said he endorses the concept of the program. Mr.
Ray was concerned about where future funding would come from and if there were
any commitments from the groups for the stabilization of the program after the
one-year grant is over. He also expressed his feeling that this type of program
might make the jail too pleasant for inmates. Mr. Webster said there have been
informal discussions of the Criminal Justice Advisory Board, Southern Tier East
Regional Planning and Development Board, District Attorney from Broome Coun-
ty, Sheriff of Chenango County, Judge of Delaware . County, Sheriff of Otsego
County and Chief of Police of Cayuga Heights also approving the concept. Dis-
tributed to the Board is a fact sheet prepared by OAR which summarizes their
program. Mr. Dates said we have many assets in this community. One being vol-
unteer help and over the years have had an outstanding group of volunteers aiding
the Sheriff's Department in the jail. Therefore, he cannot support this due to the
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fact they have volunteer help. He approves it in concept and the whole board does
in concept.
Mr. Robey said this program does not lend itself to a government kind of
program. It is a volunteer program. This Board is being asked to act as a sponsor
in order to qualify for one -year's seed money. If the program is not successful at
raising the local money then the program will fall.
The sheriff said all programs they have at the jail now are volunteer pro-
grams. The idea behind this application for funding is to have one person to be a
paid director. This is one of the recommendations of National OAR, that each
Chapter of the OAR program have one person who would be a paid director.
A roll call vote was taken which resulted as follows: Ayes—Representatives
Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Haight, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Web-
ster -10. Noes—Representatives Dates, Holden, Kidney, Ray and MacNeil -5.
Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, the Offender Aid and Restoration Not -for -Profit Corp. provides
service to inmates in the Tompkins County Jail during and subsequent to their in-
carceration in said jail, and
WHEREAS, O.A.R. has necessary funds as a match for a grant application
of $28,500 to the Division of Criminal Justice Services through the Southern Tier
East Regional Planning Board and needs the Tompkins County Board of Repre-
sentatives to act as sponsor according to Regional Planning Board rules, and
WHEREAS, there is no requirement of Tompkins County for future funding,
and
WHEREAS, the Criminal Justice Advisory Board has reviewed the Offender
Aid and Restoration application and voted in favor of the Tompkins County Spon-
sorship (vote 8 to 0-1 abstention) and passed such recommendation to the Public
Safety and Corrections Committee, and
WHEREAS, the Public Safety and Corrections Committee has unanimously
endorsed the O.A.R. application to Division of Criminal Justice Services funding
with the understanding of no present county funding being required or any future
funding being required, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives act as
sponsor of the O.A.R. application.
RESOLUTION NO. 211—AUTHORIZATION TO I'AY BILL—TOMPKINS
COUNTY LIBRARY—LIGHTING—MADISON
ELECTRIC CO., INC.
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -15. Noes -0. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works, That
this Board approves the bill of Madison Electric Company, Inc. in the amount of
$2,150.00 as submitted and authorize payment of same.
RESOLUTION NO. 212—AWARD OF BID—CREAMERY ROAD BRIDGE—
TOWN OF CAROLINE
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids on
construction of a bridge over Six Mile Creek, Town of Caroline, and
WHEREAS, Standard Bridge Corporation of Albany, New York, is the lowest
responsible bidder for the construction of the entire bridge and moving the exist-
ing bridge to another site with a bid of $74,432.00 in accordance with specifications
on file at the Highway Office, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the bid of Standard Bridge Corporation, in the amount of $74,432.00
be and the same hereby is accepted,
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RESOLVED, further, That Resolution No. 195-1977, regarding the replace-
ment of a bridge on 600 Road, Town of Caroline, passed by this Board on August
8, 1977, be and the same is hereby rescinded,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to execute said contract on behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 213—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE LEASE—HUMAN
RIGHTS COMMISSION AND APPROPRIATION
FROM CONTINGENT FUND
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Discussion took place regard-
ing funding of the Human Rights Commission. It was pointed out that the Com-
mission has been in the building owned by the Episcopal Church and the building
has been sold and they must move. Ayes—Representatives Benson, Clynes, Culli-
gan, Dates, Haight, Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Theisen, Watros,
Webster, MacNeil -14. Noes—Representative Ray -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute a
lease with the DeWitt Building for a period of one year, commencing as of Sep-
tember 1, 1977, for the monthly rent of $120.00,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $240.00 be appropriated from the Con-
tingent Fund (A-1990) to Human Rights Commission—Contractual & Other Ex-
penses (A-8040.400),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 214—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—HEALTH AND MENTAL
HEALTH SERVICES
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Robey. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
tion Committees, That the following transfer of funds be and are hereby ap-
proved:
Health Department
From: A4010.860 Health Insurance $ 280
To: A4010.840 Workmen's Compensation 280
Mental Health Services
From: A4310.100 Personal Services $4,315
To: A4310.400 Consultants 4,315
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 215—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee, the
Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts:
Sarkisian Bros., Inc.—General Contractor
Additional Black Walls—Elec. Closets + $1,995.00
Additional Cabinets in Darkroom + 1,932.00
Provide Deck Support Angles + 357.00
Revisions in Toilet Rm. and Darkroom + 35.00
Total Change Order C-12 Add $4,319.00
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Extension of Storm Drain
Substitute Glass in Windows
Substitute to Refrigerated Pastry Case
Provide Castle Modular Wall
Delete Rooms -Doors -Lockers -Modify
+ $2,740.00
no charge
+ 1,347.00
+ 3,650.00
— 2,644.00
Total Change Order C-13 Add $5,093.00
Revision to OPD/ER Floor + $1,219.65
Addition Rock Probes—Add Drywall Partitions, + 962.00
Revisions at Labor and Delivery + 485.00
Total Change Order C-14 Add $2,666.65
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.—H.V.A.C.
Provide Smoke Dampers + $ 301.30
Revision Duct Work no charge
Total Change Order H-5 Add $ 301.30
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
Relocation of Sprinkler and Lavatories + $ 382.00
Revisions at Hycel Analyzer + 2,592.00
Provide Shut Off in Gas Line + 259.00
Delete all Insulation on Sanitary and Waste
Horizontal Runs — 8,700.00
Total Change Order P-7
Deduct $5,467.00
RESOLUTION NO. 216—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Kidney -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Hospital Construction Com-
mittee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construction Account are:
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Management Fee #14 $ 16,426.82
Office Expense 925.70
Personnel 8,854.43
Levatich. Miller, Hoffman, P.C.
Fred H. Thomas Associates P.C.
Architects Fee #40 7,930.00
Reimbursable—Testing Lab 2,020.00
Printing 1,905.16
Telephone Study 780.00
The Carey McKinney Group
Builders Risk -2nd Installment
Picker Corporation
Dyna Camera
Ultra Sound System
Sarkisian Bros., Inc.
General Construction #11
111,020.00
55,980.00
$ 26,206.95
$ 12,635.16
$ 19,027.00
$167,000.00
$346,260.00
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E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning #10 $319,159.00
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #11 $ 90,500.00
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric #11 $180,475.00
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 217—RESCISSION OF RESOLUTION NO. 164 OF 1977
AND RESOLUTION NO. 166 OF 1977—
OFFICE FOR AGING
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Kidney. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 164 authorized the Chairman of the Board of
Representatives to execute an agreement between the County of Tompkins and
the New York State Office for the Aging for the provision of workshop on aging
programs to local government officials and legislators by the Tompkins County
Office for the Aging and the Cornell Local Government Program under Title IV -A
of the Older Americans Act, and
WHEREAS, said workshop has now been cancelled due to lack of interest on
the part of enough registrants to make it cost effective, and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 166 authorized increases in the 1977 budget of
the Office for the Aging in the following ways:
Appropriation
Account No. A7610.400—Contractual and Other $2,315.00
Revenue
Account No. 3803—State Aid Program for Aging $2,000.00
Account No. 2770.010—Workshop Participant
Registration Fees 315.00
WHEREAS, the County Administrator was authorized to make said budget
adjustments on his books, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That this Board hereby rescinds Resolution Nos. 164 and 166 of
1977.
RESOLUTION NO. 218—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR AGING
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
WHEREAS, $2,000.00 in Title IV -A funds under the Older Americans Act can
be made available to Tompkins County through the Tompkins County Office for
the Aging to provide training to various target groups in information relating to
aging, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging can utilize said funds
to provide resource directories and other information, training opportunities and
notification of training opportunities, and information and referral actvities to a
variety of target groups in the field of aging, and
WHEREAS, no local share is required for the use of said funds, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
tion Committees, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he
hereby is authorized to execute an agreement with the New York State Office for
the Aging which will provide a total payment for activities outlines in said agree-
ment.
September 12, 1977 159
RESOLUTION NO. 219—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—OFFICE FOR THE
AGING
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, in a previous resolution this Board has authorized the Chairman
of the Board to execute an agreement with the New York State Office for the
Aging for the use of Title IV -A funds under the Older Americans Act, now there-
fore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
tion Committees, That the 1977 budget for the Tompkins County Office for the
Aging be adjusted in the following ways:
Appropriation
Account 7610.310 Printing $962
Account 7610.320 Supplies and Materials 391
Account 7610.441 Postage 291
Account 7610.481 Training Project IV -A77 356
$2,000
Revenues
Account 3803 State Aid Programs for Aging $2,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 220—AUDIT OF COURT ADMINISTRATION COSTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted,
WHEREAS, the following claim audited by the Budget and Administration
Committee to be paid from the General Fund is:
State of New York—Office of Court Administration
(month of September 1977)
Account No. 1162—$15,858.88
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claim out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 221—CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITIONS—CETA
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing positions be created on a temporary basis, said positions •to be funded in
total for salary and fringes through CETA funds:
Department Title Duration
Office for the Aging Administrative Assistant
Labor Grade VIII, competitive
class (08-12) 10 months
Office for the Aging Data Specialist
Labor Grade VI, competitive
class (06-19) 10 months
Board of Representatives
(Criminal Justice Services)
Mental Health
Project Aide and Research Assistant,
Labor Grade VIII, competitive class
(08-20)
Mental Health Services
Specialist, Labor Grade VII,
competitive class (07-21)
11 months
10 months
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RESOLUTION NO. 222—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That one position of Food Service Helper (02-02) be abolished and that one posi-
tion of Salad and Dessert Worker (06-16) noncompetitive position at the Tomp-
kins County Hospital be created effective immediately.
RESOLUTION NO. 223—CREATION OF POSITION—CETA—
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Haight. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Public Safety and Cor-
rections Committees, That one position of Law Clerk (09-29) be abolished and
that one position of Temporary Special Assistant District Attorney, CETA, labor
grade IX (09-31) be created effective immediately.
RESOLUTION NO. 224—SALARY OFFER—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Mr. Hurlbut explained that
they have been advertising for some time for a supervising pharmacist. They had
three applicants of which one withdrew, one would not accept step E and this per-
son is willing to accept step E. Resolution was adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the Com-
missioner of Personnel be and he hereby is authorized to make a salary offer to
P. L. at Labor Grade 16E.
RESOLUTION NO. 225—CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITION—ANTI-
RECESSION FUNDS
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That the following position be created under Section 64 of the Civil Service Law,
temporary appointments:
1 Clerk (03-02) competitive class—Hospital, commencing immediately and
terminating September 15, 1978,
RESOLVED, further, That all wages and benefits to fund said position will
be paid for completely from anti -recession funds and that the following Budget
Adjustment be made:
Revenue Account A-4720 Public Works Employment Anti -Recession $6,587
Appropriation Account A-6381 Public Works Employment
Anti -Recession $6,587
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said budget adjustment on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 226—AWARD OF BID—PAINTING COUNTY HOME
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Webster. Discussion took place. Ayes -
14. Noes -0. Excused—Representative Kidney -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Social Services has duly advertised for bids
for the painting of the exterior of the County Home in accordance with specifica-
tions on file in his office, and
WHEREAS, Novarr-Mackesey Construction, Inc., of Ithaca, New York, is the
lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $15,500.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
bid of Novarr-Mackesey Construction, Inc. be accepted in the amount of $15,500.00
and the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute a con-
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tract by and between the County of Tompkins and Novarr-Mackesey Construction,
Inc.,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $500.00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (A-1990) to Public Home, Contractual & Other Expenses
(A-6030.400),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 227—AMENDED GRANT AGREEMENT, FAA AIRPORT
PROJECT 8-36-0047-03
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins did execute a grant agreement under
authority of Resolution No. 122, 1975, with the Federal Aviation Administration
for a project which included a CFR vehicle and the construction of inadvertent
entry fencing, the latter constructed under county force account, and
WHEREAS, the costs incurred in the construction of the inadvertent fencing
exceeded the amount established in the grant agreement, and
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has agreed to amend the
grant agreement increasing the maximum obligation under the grant from $28,535
to $28,855.57, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Board of Representatives does accept the proposed Amendment
No. 1 to the grant agreement and does hereby direct the Chairman of the Board to
execute the grant agreement on behalf of the Board and to deliver same to the
Federal Aviation Administration, and
RESOLVED, further, That an unconformed copy of said grant agreement en-
titled "Amendment No. 1 to Grant Agreement for Project No. 8-36-0047-03, Con-
tract No. FA -EA -1416" is hereby incorporated as part of this resolution and shall
be attached thereto and does represent a complete copy of the grant offer, and
RESOLVED, further, That three certified copies of this resolution shall be
submitted to the FAA together with the executed copies of the grant agreement.
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GRANT AGREEMENT
FOR PROJECT NO. 8-36-0047-03
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration (hereinafter referred to as
the "FAA") has determined it to be in the interest of the United States that the
Grant Agreement between the FAA, acting for and on behalf of the United States,
and the County of Tompkins, New York, (hereinafter referred to as the "Spon-
sor"), accepted by said Sponsor on the 23rd day of June, 1975, be amended as
hereinafter provided.
NOW THEREFORE, WITNESSETH: That in consideration of the benefits to
accrue to the parties hereto, the FAA on behalf of the United States, on the one
part, and the Sponsor, on the other part, do hereby mutually agree that the maxi-
mum amount of the obligation of the United States as set forth in paragraph 1 of
the terms and conditions of the Grant Agreement between the United States and
the Sponsor, accepted by said Sponsor on the 23rd day of June, 1975, relating to
Tompkins County Airport, Project No. 8-36-0047-03, is hereby increased from
$28,535.00 to $28,855.57.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Amendment to
said Grant Agreement to be duly executed as of the 14th day of September, 1977.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
By JOSEPH ABERASTURI
Chief, Airports District Office, Eastern Region
County of Tompkins, New York
By HUGH S. MacNEIL
Chairman, Board of Representatives
Attest: PHYLLIS B. HOWELL
Clerk, Board of Representatives
162 September 12, 1977
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSOR'S ATTORNEY
I, Robert I. Williamson, acting as Attorney for The County of Tompkins, New
York, (hereinafter referred to as "Sponsor") do hereby certify:
That I have examined the foregoing Amendment to Grant Agreement and the
proceedings taken by said Sponsor relating thereto, and find that the execution
thereof by said Sponsor has been duly authorized and is in all respects due and
proper and in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, and further
that, in my opinion, said Amendment to Grant Agreement constitutes a legal and
binding obligation of the Sponsor in accordance with the terms thereof.
Dated at Ithaca, New York, this 16th day of September, 1977.
ROBERT I. WILLIAMSON
County Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 228—APPROVAL OF USE OF FUND -BALANCE
HUMAN SERVICES COALITION
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Human Services Coalition has carried forward a fund -bal-
ance from 1976 in the amount of $4,743.00, and
WHEREAS, the said coalition has requested the use of $3,106.00 for operat-
ing expenses and updating its resource directory, and
WHEREAS, the balance of said monies in the amount of $1,637.00 would be
returned to the funders in the following amounts:
County of Tompkins $818.50
City of Ithaca 272.83
United Way 272.84
Ithaca City School District 272.83
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That this Board hereby approves the above distribution of the fund -balance
in the amount of $4,743.00 of said Coalition.
To clarify records of the Board of Health, Mr. Culligan placed in nomination
for appointment to the Board of Health for a six-year term commencing January
1, 1976 and expiring December 31, 1981, the name of James Rice. Adopted.
Chairman MacNeil appointed Mrs. Elizabeth Auerbach to serve as an advisor
to the CETA Review Committee.
Chairman MacNeil laid on the table the name of Paul McKeegan for consid-
eration of appointment to the Tompkins -Cortland Community College Board of
Trustees.
Chairman MacNeil said on Saturday the Lansing Water Works first Inter-
municipal Coalition was dedicated.
Chairman MacNeil said he will consider Mrs. Livesay's request of having a
study committee look at the District Attorney's office and CETA positions. He
will do this as soon as possible.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:33 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 10, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 14. Absent—Representative Dates (arrived)
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the September 26, 1977 meeting were approved.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Mailgram from Joel Robinson, Director, Manpower Planning Secretariat re
Title I of CETA FY 1978 will be approved by September 30, 1977; letter from John
L. Confer, Acting President, Cayuga Bird Club recommending that the county
purchase right-of-way of the Lehigh Valley Railroad—segment from Freeville
east to the Tompkins County line; copy of letter to John Vernieu, Public Service
Commission from Carl Dworkin, Senior Attorney for Energy, NYS Department of
Environmental Conservation re Case 80002—Cayuga/Somerset Station, schedule
of submission of DEC's direct case; Hospital Executive Committee meeting for
September 15, 1977; copy of resolution by the State University of NY Board of
Trustees on June 22, 1977, establishing capital chargeback rate for all community
colleges outside City of New York for 1976-77 academic year; letter from Hugh
Hurlbut to Chairman re CSEA request of county space for voter registration by
mail sign-up; Danby nominee for County Youth Board is Eva Mae Musgrave;
weekly progress report for September 23 and 30 from the John W. Cowper Com-
pany re Tompkins County Hospital; copy of letter of Michael Martin to Mr. Robey
re joint city/county meeting about revenue sharing; memo from Frank Liguori to
John Murphy re program to assist small communities in providing group sewerage
systems; PSC Case 80002—Cayuga Station from PSC, Huber Magill Lawrence and
Farrell, and NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; letter from Carol
Ann Felton urging the County to purchase LVRR right-of-way near Freeville;
copy of executed grant agreement re Tompkins County Airport Project No. 6-34-
0047-05 Contract No. FA-EA-1656—Runway 14-32, CFR Building, and Terminal
Expansion.
September, 1977 Pistol Permits totalled $108.00; letter from Finger Lakes
Association, Inc. requesting Tompkins County designate them as appropriate tour-
ist agency for the State's new matching grant program; Tompkins County En-
vironmental Management Council urging the county proceed with acquisition of
LVRR right-of-way between Freeville and Cortland County line and when avail-
able the section between East Ithaca and Freeville; Dept. of Labor memo re cer-
tification signature on Form CETA 100, and county approval of Title VI PSE
project applications; John W. Cowper Company minutes of October 5 and 7 and
September progress report; NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation testi-
monies of Kernan Davis and Robert Henshaw re Cayuga Station; NYS Office for
Aging notice of award of redistribution of remaining Title VI funds for FY1977—
$5,000; Dept. of Public Service notice of hearings 1:00 p.m. October 17 and 10:00
a.m. thereafter and including October 28 if necessary re NYSE&G Cayuga Sta-
tion; NYS Department of State, Division of Fire Prevention and Control Study of
Fire Defenses in County of Tompkins; memo from Department of Agriculture and
Markets re deer depredation quarantine; Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce
requesting to be designated the recipient of any NYS funds for tourism.
Under privilege of the floor Mr. Culligan reported he attended the Supervisors
and County Legislators Association meeting at the Concord Hotel, Kiamesha Lake
and he briefly reviewed the various resolutions adopted by the New York State
Association of Counties.
Chairman MacNeil reported relative to the Bond Issue and what the priorities
of Tompkins County are.
October 10, 1977 181
board voted to participate through Southern Tier East Regional Planning and
Development Board along with other counties in the region. In the meantime,
Southern Tier East has submitted an application through Economic Development
Administration and will soon be certified for participation in the program. He
said it would seem within the interest of the county that they consider whether or
not they should have an Economic Development Council or an Economic Resource
Council, etc. within the county that would keep track of the economy, look at
strength and weaknesses of the economy, see if they could identify what the
community consensus is in terms of economic development, make recommendation
to this board and to others as to what should be done perhaps in terms of the
economy in the future, particularly in terms of participation in the federal pro-
gram. He said this has been discussed at county and other levels to get an idea of
structure, role it would play, what membership would be, etc. There will be fur-
ther discussion.
Mr. Liguori also reported that Tompkins County was selected with two other
counties to look into whether or not there are any good alternatives to the present
proliferation of transportation for rapid transit or public transit schemes.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, reported there is an item pending in Phila-
delphia that is a plan of reorganization of Lehigh Valley Railroad. A petition has
been presented by the trustees of the district court in Philadelphia which will take
care of past taxes due the municipalities. This plan presented will be subject to
several hearings in Philadelphia. He will keep the board advised.
Mr. Williamson also reported there was an adverse decision on one assessment
case. They had four cases and moved to dismiss all four—they were successful in
three of them. The one involving R.B.F.C., LTD, the court ruled the service of
papers on him were satisfactory. They are in the process of defending the Cayuga
Mall case. He will request a resolution be added to the agenda so they can pay the
consultants in the tax cases. He said they have had a hearing on the arbitration
involving the radiologist and he requested an executive session to report to the
board on that matter.
Mr. Dates reported that last Thursday there was a four -county rail committee
meeting at NYSE&G and there is another scheduled for October 19. The users are
taking a more active interest in it and a suggestion was made at the meeting
whether excess trackage will be sold, if maybe it should be held in a land bank
for a year until all decisions have been made.
There was discussion on the Bond Issue and Chairman MacNeil said at this
particular time this will go to the voters but if anyone wants to take a stand, they
can. He doesn't feel it is necessary for the board to take a position at this time.
Mr. MacNeil reported he had lunch with the committee appointed to study
the District Attorney's office and all aspects of it, and Mr. Joseph Joch was also
present and went over in detail the conduct of his office, many requirements of his
office and what he hopes to accomplish in serving the public. They discussed many
aspects of his office in contrast to other offices in other areas.
Chairman MacNeil also commented on a news report on hospital costs on
which President Carter is indicating there should be a ceiling of 9% on increase
of medical costs in the future. He also said the first organizational meeting of the
Division of Youth will be held tonight. Mr. Desrochers will be there. He said they
have not yet received the names of representatives from the Town of Caroline and
Village of Cayuga Heights and the City and he urged that those municipalities
nominate someone as soon as possible. He also proclaimed October 8-17, 1977 as
Community College Week in Tompkins County.
Permission was given for three resolutions to be added to the agenda—Autho-
rization to Execute Agreement—Kenneth Jost; Designation of Recipient—New
York State Grant—"I Love New York" theme; Acceptance of Grant Offer from
Department of Transportation for Crash, Fire, Rescue Building; and the With-
drawal of Unemployment Insurance Tax Case.
182 October 10, 1977
RESOLUTION NO. 244—OPPOSITION TO CLOSING AIR TRAFFIC
CONTROL TOWER—AIRPORT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson. A lengthy discussion took
place. Mr. Alan Hayes, President of Chartair, Inc. made a . statement and Mr.
Richard Holgate asked questions. Resolution was adopted.
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee of the Tompkins
County Board of Representatives has expressed grave concern over the FAA de-
liberations to consider closing the Air Traffic Control Tower at the Tompkins
County Airport, and
WHEREAS, an actual increase in hours of tower operation with existing staff
appears feasible, thereby increasing tower benefits at no increase in costs, and
WHEREAS, any deliberations on tower closing should be conducted first at a
local level to provide direct input from all concerned, and
WHEREAS, local community interests have also expressed their concerns in
this matter, and
WHEREAS, this Board desires to be kept more directly informed of all pro-
ceedings relating to this matter, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That this Board opposes the closing of the Air Traffic Control
Tower at the Tompkins County Airport,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board forward a certified copy of
this resolution to the Federal Aviation Administration; Office of Aviation Systems
Plans, Washington, D.C.; Congressman McHugh and Congressman Walsh.
RESOLUTION NO. 245—DESIGNATION OF RECIPIENT—NEW YORK
STATE GRANT—"I LOVE NEW YORK" THEME
Moved by Mr. MacNeil, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion followed. It was
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mrs. Benson, That this be tabled until the next
board meeting. Motion to Table adopted.
It was Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Holden, That an Executive Ses-
sion he held at the request of the County Attorney regarding the hearing on the
Radiologist salary and negotiations of CSEA. An Executive Session was held at
11:18 and adjourned at 11:38.
RESOLUTION NO. 246—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
KENNETH JOST
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County is presently involved in several tax assessment cases,
WHEREAS, to prepare the defense of said cases it is necessary to have con-
sultant's valuation of the premises involved and in the overall preparation of said
cases, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the County Attorney and Director of
Assessment, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby
is authorized and directed to execute a contract on behalf of the County with
Kenneth Jost, Consultant, at the fee of $250.00 per day.
and
RESOLUTION NO. 247—ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT OFFER FROM
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
CRASH/FIRE/RESCUE BUILDING
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has made a grant offer for
Tompkins County Airport improvements accepted by County of Tompkins by
Resolution No. 233 on September 26, 1977, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has made a
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grant offer for Tompkins County Airport Crash/Fire/Rescue Building designated
as NYS Project No. 3902.20, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Representatives hereby accept grant offer of
New York State Department of Transportation and authorizes and directs the
Chairman of the Board to execute the grant agreement on behalf of the County
of Tompkins, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board shall forward certified
copies of this resolution to the New York State Department of Transportation (5),
Federal Aviation Administration, County Administrator, Commissioner of Public
Works, Airport Manager, and the Commissioner of Planning.
It was Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Miller, That Resolution No.
239—Creation of Position—Library, be lifted from the table. Motion adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 239—CREATION OF POSITION—LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Haight. Discussion followed. It was
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Watros, That an amendment be added to
this resolution as follows: "RESOLVED, further, that this does not in any way
prejudice the resolution that granted autonomy to the library but is necessary to
commit the spending of funds pending the setting up of library's own disburse-
ment system." Amendment adopted. The resolution as amended was adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That one posi-
tion of Librarian I (12-34), competitive class, be created effective immediately,
RESOLVED, further, That monies to fund said position and its benefits will
come from the Central Library Development Grant, and
RESOLVED, further, That this does not in any way prejudice the resolution
that granted autonomy to the library but is necessary to commit the spending of
funds pending the setting up of library's own disbursement system.
RESOLUTION NO. 248—AUTHORIZING COUNTY SEWER AGENCY TO
ADMINISTER SEWERAGE PROGRAM TO ASSIST
SMALL COMMUNITIES
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Board of Health has identified several com-
munities in the county with faulty septic systems resulting in localized health
hazards and potential water pollution, and
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Sewerage Study of 1975 indicated that the
cost of providing conventional sewerage systems for these very small communities
is prohibitive, and
WHEREAS, the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have now indicated a willingness to con-
sider grants to municipalities to provide group sewerage systems utilizing the
available technology, including methods other than conventional sewerage collec-
tion systems and treatment plants, and
WHEREAS, for the most part the village and towns in which these problems
are located are not generally in a position to pre -finance the cost of preparing a
plan of study and an application of EPA, both of which are not eligible for grants;
nor are they generally capable of pre -financing the rather large sums necessary to
carry out the facilities plan, which is 75% reimburseable from EPA, and
WHEREAS, the county legislature did establish the County Sewer Agency
for the specific purpose of assisting municipalities in providing sewerage facilities,
and
WHEREAS, a program to assist the municipalities has been prepared and is
attached and made part of this resolution and does outline a program to be ad-
ministered by the County Sewer Agency, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, the Health Committee, and the Board of Health, That the County Sewer
Agency be and they hereby are authorized and directed to assist municipalities in
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the preparation of a plan of study, an application to NYS DEC and EPA, and a
facilities plan, and to advance to municipalities the funds necessary to carry out
the objectives, in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding whereby the
municipality will reimburse the county upon receipt of any grants from NYS DEC
and EPA, and
RESOLVED, further, That the County Sewer Agency shall submit an annual
program outlining the activities proposed for the ensuing year, together with a
budget thereon and to submit to this Board an annual report of its activities, in-
cluding a fiscal report, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Commissioner of Planning is hereby desig-
nated as the Secretary of the County Sewer Agency and is authorized and directed
to assist the County Sewer Agency in the Administration of this program, and
RESOLVED, further, That in order to facilitate this program, membership
on the County Sewer Agency shall be open to each and every city, town and vil-
lage in the county, upon request of the municipality and upon nomination of a
member for appointment by the Board of Representatives, and
RESOLVED, further, That the County Sewer Agency shall submit an Annual
Program and Budget Request to the County Administrator for consideration in
accordance with the accepted procedures.
RESOLUTION NO. 249—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—TOMPKINS
COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Ayes -15. Noes -0.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claims audited by the Construction Manager, the
Architects and the Hospital Construction Committee to be paid from the Tomp-
kins County Hospital Construction Account are:
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Management Fee #15 $16,854.93
Office Expense 863.20
Personnel 8,647.32
Levatich Miller Hoffman, P.C.
Fred H. Thomas Associates, P.C.
Architects Fee #41 7,930.00
Reimburseable—Testing Lab 1,884.00
Printing 123.59
Movable equipment #10 3,157.10
Sarkisian Bros., Inc.
General Construction # 12
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning #11 161,650.00
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #12 79,763.00
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric # 12 138,925.00
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided therefor.
$ 26,365.45
$ 13,094.69
266,500.00
RESOLUTION NO. 250—AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN ATTORNEYS
AND ACCOUNTANTS—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Board of Managers of the Tompkins County Hospital on
August 17, 1977, recommended a review of the uniform finance reports of Tomp-
October 10, 1977 185
kins County Hospital for previous years is desirable in order to obtain further
monies for the hospital, and
WHEREAS, the review of same and preparation of documentation required
in searching and investigating the facts and figures of the UFR reports requires
legal and accounting expertise, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the following
actions are recommended:
1. That the firm of Harris, Beach, Wilcox, Rubin and Levey be retained at a
cost not to exceed $5,000 for the purpose of researching and investigating
facts surrounding the UFR reports for the past years.
2. That based upon the opinion of the aforesaid firm that the accounting firm
of Haskins & Sells of Rochester, New York, be retained to review UFR
reports from 1968 through 1973 in accordance with their proposal dated
April 15, 1977 at a total cost not to exceed $26,500.
RESOLVED, further, monies currently available in Federal Revenue Sharing
Account FR1320.400 shall be used for the aforesaid purpose.
RESOLUTION NO. 251—CORRECTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL—
TOWN OF ITHACA
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Adopted.
WHEREAS, this Board is informed that errors were made in the 1977 Assess-
ment Roll for the Town of Ithaca, Namely, Tax Map Parcel Nos. 35-1-2 and 35-2-1
were erroneously placed in the taxable portion of said assessment roll, and
WHEREAS, same should have been placed in the exempt portion of said roll,
the parcels having been purchased by the State of New York on December 16,
1976, and should be exempt pursuant to Section 404 of the Real Property Tax Law
as of the day of purchase, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That Tax Map Parcel Nos. 35-1-2 and 35-2-1, assessed to the Town of Ithaca,
be expunged from the taxable portion of said assessment roll and placed in the
tax exempt portion of said roll and chargeback as follows:
Parcel No. 35-1-2
Town
Town Tax 9.75
Fire 8.29
Water .06
Sewer .03
Total 18.13
Parcel No. 35-2-1
Town
Town Tax 2.00
Fire 1.70
Water .01
Sewer .01
Total 3.72
County
County Tax
Penalties
Total
13.58
13.81
27.39
County
County Tax 2.79
Penalties 10.79
Total 13.58
RESOLUTION NO. 252—AWARD OF BID—CLEANING AND PAINTING
WATER TANK—TOMPKINS COUNTY HOME
AND FARM
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Haight. Discussion followed. Ayes—
Representatives Culligan (reluctantly—think we should think about moving),
Dates, Haight, Holden, Livesay, Miller, Ray, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster,
MacNeil -14. Excused—Representative Kidney -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, The Commissioner of Social Services has duly advertised for
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bids for the cleaning and painting of the interior and exterior of the 50,000 gallon
elevated water tank located at the Tompkins County Home and Farm, and
WHEREAS, Kellogg Contracting Service of Interlaken, New York, is the
lowest responsible bidder with a bid in the amount of $7,750.00 for the base work
and an alternate for repairs to the steel surface and seams in the estimated
amount of $2,250.00, based on actual repairs, making in all a total of approxi-
mately $10,000.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
bid of Kellogg Contracting Service of Interlaken, New York, be accepted and the
Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute a contract on
behalf of the County of Tompkins with Kellogg Contracting Service,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $7,000.00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (A-1990) to Public Home, Contractual & Other Expenses
(A6030.400) ,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 253—ANTI-RECESSION FUNDS BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
—AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTIONS NO. 200 and
NO. 225-1977
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That amendment of Resolution No. 225, dated September 12, 1977 to reflect fringe
benefits, the following budget adjustment be made:
Revenue Account A-4720 Public Works Employment Anti-Recession—$988.
Appropriation Account A-6381 Public Works Employment
Anti-Recession—$988.
RESOLVED, further, That to amend Resolution No. 200, dated August 8,
1977, to reflect that the salary and fringe benefits for the period of October 2, 1977
through December 31, 1977 be paid from anti -recession funds, the following budget
adjustment be made:
Revenue Account A-4720 Public Works Employment Anti-Recession—$4,770.
Appropriation Account A-6381 Public Works Employment
Anti-Recession—$4,770.
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said budget adjustment on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 254—ANTI-RECESSION FUNDS—CREATION
OF POSITIONS
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Theisen. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That the following position be created under Section 64 of the Civil Service Law,
temporary appointments:
1 Public Health Nurse (12-21) competitive class, labor grade XII, effective
immediately,
RESOLVED, further, That all wages, benefits and expenses to fund said posi-
tion will be paid for completely from anti -recession funds and that the following
budget adjustment be made:
Revenue Account A-4720 Public Works Employment Anti-Recession—$13,188.
Appropriation Account A-6381 Public Works Employment
Anti-Recession—$13,188.
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said budget adjustment on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 255—CREATION OF POSITIONS—CETA—HIGHWAY
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That three po-
sitions of Laborer (08-09) labor class, under the CETA Program be created on a
temporary basis effective September 21, 1977. Monies to fund _salaries and fringes
for said positions provided from the CETA Program.
RESOLUTION NO. 256—CREATION OF POSITIONS—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health committees,
That one permanent position of X-ray Technologist (09-16) competitive class,
labor grade IX, be created effective immediately, and that four positions of Typist
(04-09) competitive class, labor grade IV, be created up to a maximum of six
months, effective immediately, monies to fund said positions are available in the
1977 hospital budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 257—AUTHORIZE N.Y.S. CORRECTIONS COMMISSION
TO STUDY JAIL CONCEPT
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by. Mr. Webster. Discussion took place.
Adopted.
WIIEREAS, representatives from the counties of Chenango, Cortland, Tioga,
Schuyler, Chemung, Steuben and Tompkins have met to discuss the possibilities of
a regional jail, and
WHEREAS, it was unanimously decided by these representatives that the
Regional Jail Concept should be studied further, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the County of Tompkins requests the New York State
Corrections Commission and the Commissioner of Corrections to undertake a study
to determine immediate and far-reaching concepts for regional jails, and
RESOLVED, further, That certified copies of this resolution be mailed to the
appropriate agencies and the above named counties.
Mr. Culligan placed in nomination to the Community Mental Health, Mental
Retardation and Alcoholism Services Board the name of Mrs. Marjorie Foute
Doris to fill a vacancy. The term expires December 31, 1979. Upon hearing no
further nominations, Mrs. Doris was appointed.
Mr. Culligan said there is a vacancy on the Hospital Board of Managers and
he might have a recommendation at the next meeting.
Chairman MacNeil said he was going to accept all the recommendations by
various municipalities for appointment to the County Youth Board. He will make
the appointments at the next meeting.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:13 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 24, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 14 Representatives. Excused—Representative Kidney -1.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the October 10, 1977 meeting were approved.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
County Administrator's report of appropriations, expenditures and balances
for first three quarters of 1977; Advisory Ratios for apportionment of 1978 county
taxes from Equalization and Assessment for the City of Ithaca -55.61; Town of
Caroline -44.99; Danby -39.26; Dryden -43.47; Enfield -44.24; Groton -47.43;
Ithaca -50.66; Lansing -48.79; Newfield -49.80; Ulysses -41.84; The John W.
Cowper Company weekly progress report for October 7, 1977 and October 14 and
Hospital Executive Committee . meeting minutes for October 6; Order granting
certification under Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amend-
ments of 1972 re Cayuga Station for Board on Electric Generating Siting and the
Environment; Department of Labor approval of Title VI CETA modification dated
September 12; Social Services August Report; Department of Transportation Fed-
eral Aviation Administration advisement that execution of the Grant agreement
for Project Number 6-36-0047-05 at Tompkins County Airport is satisfactory;
Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell—Cayuga Station—CLCA/LWC Interrogatories
and revision of subpart 72.3-3 of the application; Chamber of Commerce explana-
tion of Ithaca outgoing mail; Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell letter from Nor-
man Spindel to PSC presiding examiner re Cayuga Station, NYSEG Corp.—
Anthracite/Bituminous Coal Blend Report, and Cayuga Station—CLRG Interroga-
tories; resolution of Cortland County to authorize implementation of Multi -County
Solid Waste Study; Department of Labor memo re County approval of Title VI
PSE project applications; and nepotism, applicability of sections 96.48 and 99.99;
copy of a mailgram from Assemblyman Gary A. Lee to Governor Carey urging
endorsement for crop disaster law aid to NYS farmers because of wet conditions;
copy of a letter from Edward Halloran, Business Manager of a Craft Union and
Vice President of a Buildings Trade Council to PSC presiding examiner in sup-
port of Cayuga Station; letter from Chartair re proposed pilot opinion petition and
also expressed concern for toll booth's location and Chartair's parking spaces at
the airport; resolution of Cortland County rescinding Res. No. 270 and 271—Audit
of Capital Expenditures—TC3; letter from Chamber of Commerce giving their
approval of Finger Lakes Association for the tourism matching grant program;
letter from Richard Desrochers, Division for Youth, explaining deadlines for
Tompkins County Youth Board; copy of letter to John Vernieu, Presiding Exam-
iner, PSC from Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell enclosing amended pages to
answers to CLCA/LWV Interrogatories 72-28, 72-36 and 72-23.
Resolution of Town of Newfield nominating Supervisor James Drader to serve
on the Tompkins County Sewer Agency; Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell re In-
terrogatories—Cayuga Station; copy of Assemblyman Gary Lee's press release
urging "no" vote on Governor's bond issue; letter from NYSAC leaving endorse-
ment of bond issue to individual counties; letters from Congressmen Matthew
McHugh and William Walsh expressing their concerns over possible discontinu-
ance of federal operation and maintenance of the airport traffic control tower,
copies of their letters to Mr. Bond of FAA and thanked this Board for its views;
Application for State Aid approvals from NYS Departments of Health for Tomp-
kins County Health Department for $657,842.85 and $40,500 for contract with
Tompkins County Hospital for Laboratory; copy of letter from John Murphy to
Hugh Hurlbut re Anti -Recession funds; copy of letter from John Murphy to Public
Safety Committee re gun permits; Airport September activity report.
October 24, 1977 189
Under privilege of the floor Representative Benson said she has received
complaints about the airport parking and not being able to drive in and drop or
pick up without going through the meter and also the arrangement of the entrance
and the difficulty of getting in and getting tickets.
Mr. Stevenson, Commissioner of Public Works, said they will talk to APCOA,
Inc. about the problem.
Under privilege of the floor, Representative Miller spoke regarding the
Creamery Road Bridge in the Town of Caroline which will be closed for repairs.
He received a petition from residents asking that a by-pass be put in while the
bridge is being repaired and potential danger by fire or other emergencies would
be alleviated by accessibility of emergency vehicles.
Representative Theisen commented he wanted to concur with Mrs. Benson's
statement about the airport parking problem.
Mr. Dates complimented Chairman MacNeil for calling a meeting regarding
wet weather conditions so fast for the farmers in Tompkins County and the action
taking place not only on the county level, but the state and federal level.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said the committee met last Tues-
day and met with the medical examiners and one of the medical examiner's attor-
ney about that office. The medical examiner submitted his budget and he feels the
job should be full time and that it be paid full time to be split between the two
medical examiners. Dr. Safadi would also like to be picked up by the Police De-
partment to go to the scene. He also wants more secretarial help to keep records.
Mr. Culligan also reported the hospital came in with a $11,700,000 budget and
believes they will break even and they will have to raise most expenditures ap-
proximately 8%-9% in order to do so. They also requested a third radiologist. He
also noted that this Board passed a resolution to investigate, through auditing
firms, backlogs of third party payments.
Mr. Robey commented the committee might want to consider asking the medi-
cal examiner for a record of the number of deaths, those he feels merits his atten-
tion, those that he doesn't go to that are brought to the hospital, those that Dr.
Posso goes to and those Dr. Safadi attends.
Mr. Robey reported the Mental Health Board met last week and there was
considerable discussion of the state change in the mental health organization. He
will try to keep this board informed.
Mr. Culligan reported the Salvation Army has a person willing to donate a
large amount of money for the building of a facility for an emergency temporary
housing program but before they do they want to know in writing that the money
to run the facility is available. It is a $35,000 program. They would like the county
to invest $25,000 per year on a three-year contract. They have asked Mr. Deluca,
Director of the Mental Health Department, to check out what reimbursement
the county would get for the phase of a sobering up station factor. They are wait-
ing for that information. They have a November 1 deadline. They have decided to
ask for an extension of 15 days.
Mr. Culligan also reported there are vacancies on the Mental Health Board.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works, said they have an invita-
tion from Mayor Conley for a county representative to join the Route 96 subcom-
mittee which would be an exofficio, non-voting member. Chairman MacNeil ap-
pointed Mr. Frank Ligouri to fill that role.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, reported the committee met
October 18. They had a discussion regarding a credit union and approved the
county's allowing a credit union be formed with payroll deduction and sent it on
to the Budget and Administration Committee. The committee discussed the library
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director's salary and agreed that the position should not be placed in Labor Grade
XVIII. He said the CETA Advisory Committee met last Thursday. There will be
resolutions later in this meeting.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, reported the
committee met to .consider budget requests. There was a meeting last week with
the representatives of the city to discuss the feasibility of developing a uniform
procedure for making revenue sharing requests. He felt the consensus of that
meeting was that they would try to develop a schedule starting in July for sub-
mission of any revenue sharing requests and they be submitted to both the city
and the county at the same time. The same format would be used in the process
of considering revenue sharing requests. There will probably be a resolution from
the -Budget and Administration in the near future to establish those dates. He also
reported on the Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee activities. They
are currently looking at the advantages of a consumer protection agency in Tomp-
kins County and the need for such an agency.
Mr. Theisen called the board's attention to an article in the Ithaca Journal
October 19th about discussions in Albany concerning the changing role of libraries
and how they are changing in function.
Chairman MacNeil said there was a recent news item reported that President
Hushang Bahar, President of Tompkins -Cortland Community College, indicated a
savings through efficient management of $259,000 for the sponsoring communities.
Mrs. Livesay, Special Legislative Committee, said they will have resolutions
on the agenda which they will discuss at the appropriate time. The committee dis-
cussed the Bond Act and did nothing further on that. They would like to see that
the Resource Conservation and Development Board project and the availability of
monies are understood—monies that can be used for conservation measures and
also economic development.
Mrs. Livesay also reported they will be meeting tomorrow at 4:00 p.m. with
representatives of the SPCA to discuss the budget and a contract. Their aim is to
go in the direction of weekend and night coverage. The SPCA has applied for and
as far as they know received the CETA grant to provide the staffing. They hope it
will give them a transitional year to see how this service can be provided and how
many other communities come along with their dog control ordinances.
Mr. Theisen noted the Environmental Management Council had discussion at
its last two meetings on what it can do in the energy crisis. A representative from
the Cooperative Extension Service gave an outline of what they are doing. The
Environmental Management Council felt it would perhaps supplement the Exten-
sion program and cooperate with them as much as possible. The Environmental
Management Council is anxious to see the Lehigh Valley Railroad right-of-way
transaction go through and is willing to lend its assistance.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Correction Committee, reported the
committee completed budgets with the exception of one. They received communi-
cations from Family Court on the need for more space. They discussed bids on the
Sheriff's car. Their next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, thanked the
committees for their work on the budgets. The committee is about ready to begin
deliberations. He commented on the outstanding job the deputy county administra-
tor and staff, with the guidance of John Murphy, are doing investing 13.2 million
dollars. It was a long and tedious job.
Regarding the Lehigh Valley Railroad, Mr. Dates said a lot of businesses in
Cortland, Moravia, Locke, Groton, Freeville and Dryden would like to see the
tracks filled with coal, corn, wheat, etc. The four -county rail committee met last
week with members from the State Department of Transportation and it is pos-
sible to hold that line for a while for future negotiations by the users before they
make a decision.
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Mrs. Livesay commented that earlier this year the board was sent a report
prepared for department heads on appropriations. She said she doesn't find it
particularly helpful because it didn't contain enough information but appreciated
the effort.
Mr. Robert Williamson, County Attorney, reported they have not received a
decision on the radiologist case yet. They received a favorable decision on one
human rights case. They have three assessment cases pending.
Mr. Howard Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, reported at the
last meeting George Eggleston of Cowper Company wasn't happy with Madison
Electric's reply on the proposal request. Last week Mr. Eggleston told him he had
majority of the figures and will be working with change orders. Today the major
items in these change orders are enclosing the administrative wing.
Chairman MacNeil said he declared Tompkins County as an agriculture dis-
aster area and with the help of the farm emergency group it was forwarded to J.
Roger Barber, Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets, and Governor Hugh L.
Carey for their approval and it has now gone to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
Robert Bergland for his approval and he will be in town. October 26th: Farmers
who wish to be approved may receive three per cent loans for their inconvenience
due to wet weather.
Chairman MacNeil also reported the hospital is approximately 56% complete.
If everything goes well they may have occupancy in December 1978. He said the
Tompkins County Youth Board is having its second meeting tonight.
Regarding Title III YCCIP money, Chairman MacNeil said Tompkins County
is a program agent county because it has less than 100,000 people. There are 32
counties in New York State that have less than 100,000 people: These counties
were allocated $859,000. There are approximately seven requests for this money
for hiring of youths 16-19. Four projects were approved and submitted to the state
for their review. Friday the Personnel Commissioner will be in Albany and will be
informed as to what the allocation might be. There is going to be another Title III
Youth Employment Training Program. This would be allocated in the same man-
ner but a greater amount of money.
Permission was given to add a resolution to the agenda regarding transfer of
funds for the Mental Health Department.
A brief recess was held.
RESOLUTION NO. 258—REQUEST CONGRESSIONAL INVESTIGATION OF
AVAILABILITY OF CELLULOSE INSULATION
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Mr. George Lefave, Coordi-
nator of the EOC Weatherization programs funded through the federal govern-
ment, explained the program and the difficulty this year of trying to get cellulose
insulation for their program. Discussion followed. There was concern about the
wording of the third whereas which read as follows: "Whereas, rumors are ram-
pant regarding the manipulation of the availability of this product for the finan-
cial gain of a few." It was Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mrs. Benson, That
the third whereas be deleted. Motion adopted with Representative Culligan voting
no. Further discussion took place and It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by
Mr. Clynes, That a substitute resolution be adopted. The substitute resolution was
adopted.
WHEREAS, the Economic Opportunity Corporation of Tompkins County has
been operating a weatherization program funded in large part by the Federal
Government and designed to conserve energy and provide employment as well as
to increase the comfort and physical well-being of the elderly and the poor,
WIIEREAS, the implementation of this program is being seriously impaired
by the shortage of cellulose insulation, and
WHEREAS, there are apparent inequities in the distribution system, now
therefore be it
192 October 24, 1977
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee, at
the request of the Economic Opportunity Corporation Weatherization Advisory
Committee and the Board of Directors of the Tompkins County Economic Oppor-
tunity Corporation, That this Board request that the Congress of the United
States investigate the availability and distribution of this product.
RESOLUTION NO. 259—DISPOSITION OF RECORDS—BOARD OF
REPRESENTATIVES
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. 260—CREATION OF POSITION—SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Miller. Ayes -14. Noes—O. Excused—
Representative Kidney -1 Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services and Personnel Com-
mittees, That the following position be created in the Social Services Department
pursuant to Section 64 of the Civil Service Law, temporary appointments:
1—Welfare Investigator (11-22), competitive class, labor grade XI, to start
November 1, 1977 and terminating May 1, 1978,
RESOLVED, further, That all wages and benefits to fund said position be
paid from anti -recession funds completely and that the following budget adjust-
ment be made:
Revenue Account A-4720, Public Works Employment—Anti-Recession
$5,428.00
Appropriation Account A-6381, Public Works Employment—Anti-Recession
$5,428.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 261—CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITIONS—CETA
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing positions be created on a temporary basis, said positions to be funded in
total for salary and fringes through CETA funds, to be effective as stipulated in
the CETA grant application, and ending on the date specified in said CETA grant -
application:
Tompkins -Cortland Community College
2 Library Clerks, labor grade B, competitive class
County Library
1 Library Clerk (04-05), labor grade IV, competitive class
Mental Health (Meadow House)
1 Receptionist (04-07), labor grade IV, competitive class
Sheriff
1 Typist (04-09), labor grade IV, competitive class
Social Services
2 Social Welfare Examiners (08-16), labor grade VIII, competitive class
October 24, 1977 193
RESOLUTION NO. 262—CREATION OF POSITION—PERSONNEL
DEPARTMENT (CETA)
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That one posi-
tion of Manpower Counselor (07-20), labor grade VII, competitive class, be created
effective immediately,
RESOLVED, further, that said salary and fringes will be paid 100% by CETA
Title III funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 263—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations and Per-
sonnel Committees, That one position of Typist, competitive class, labor grade B
be abolished at the Tompkins -Cortland Community College, effective immediately,
and one position of Senior Typist, labor grade D, competitive class be created
effective immediately.
RESOLUTION NO. 264—REQUEST FOR REVISION OF NEW YORK STATE
PLAN FOR WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion followed. Adopted.
WHEREAS, notice has been received in this county of changes in the New
York State Plan for Weatherization Assistance under Title IV -A of the Federal
Energy Act, one of those changes being the requirement that 60% of all homes
weatherized shall be families residing in rental units, and
WHEREAS, the change from no rental units was badly needed and welcome,
but the requirement of 60% is unrealistic in small rural counties and will be diffi-
cult to meet, and
WHEREAS, it is deemed by this Board that a program involving rental units
would be appropriate as a program for landlords and not on a tenant by tenant
basis, now_ therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Legislative Committee at
the request of the Economic Opportunity Corporation Weatherization Advisory
Committee and the Board of Directors of the Tompkins County Economic Oppor-
tunity Corporation, That the plan be revised to permit the weatherization for
rental units but not to set any requirement thereof and that serious thought be
given to the development of a program that would assist renters on a broader
scale by applying to landlords.
RESOLUTION NO. 265—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Kidney -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $23,337.00 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are:
Claim No. 110—Capital Construction—Syska & Hennessy, Inc., Engineers
$7,440.00
Claim No. 77-1—Capital Construction—Cortland Paving Company (road
shoulders) $15,897.00
RESOLVED, That the aforesaid amount be and the same hereby is audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is autho-
rized and directed to pay said claim out of the funds provided therefor.
194 October 24, 1977
RESOLUTION NO. 266—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Congress of the United States has through the Highway
Safety Act of 1976 declared it to be in the national interest for Federal funds to
be expended for a "High Hazard Locations Program: as defined in Section 202 of
such act (Section 152, Title 23, U.S.C.)," and
WHEREAS, the above-mentioned sections provide for the apportionment of
Federal aid funds to the State for the purposes of carrying out the above identified
demonstration projects, and
WHEREAS, Section 152 of Title 23, United States Code, authorizes the State
to enter into a formal agreement for such construction with the appropriate local
officials of the County in which such project is located, and
WHEREAS, Sections 10 and 80 of the Highway Law authorizes the New York
State Commissioner of Transportation to use moneys disbursed under the Federal
Aid Highway Acts, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works, That
the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute
an agreement with the New York State Department of Transportation to under-
take a High Hazards Locations Project.
RESOLUTION NO. 267—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee, the
Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts:
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.—General Contractor
Additional wire mesh partition + $ 748.00
Revise hardware schedule no charge
Enclose administrative wing + 71,799.00
Increase size of patient wardrobes + 819.00
Total Change Order C-16 Add $73,366.00
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Work at new service drive + $ 2,096.00
Special boxes—fire alarm + 690.00
Conduit for administrative phones + 448.00
Gravel in street light trenches + 248.00
Two additional consoles and conduit + 1,282.00
Total Change Order E-6
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
Work at new service drive
Relocate sink—various roughing in
Replace gas line—boiler house
Plumbing for administration wing
Add $ 4,764.00
+ $ 1,416.00
+ 898.00
+ 4,425.00
-f- 5,163.00
Total Change Order P-10 Add $11,902.00
RESOLUTION NO. 268—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—MENTAL HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
October 24, 1977 195
tion Committee, That the following transfer of funds be and hereby are approved:
Mental Health Services:
From: A4310.100 Personal Services $25,876.00
To: A4390 Psychiatric Expense 25,876.00
From: A4310.100 Personal Services 1,352.50
To: A4310.400 Consultants (Sept. Interim Coverage) 1,352.50
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 269—AWARD OF BID—SHERIFF
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion followed. County
Attorney Williamson ruled that this bidder has been a responsible bidder with the
county and had just one problem and as he was the low bidder the board accept it.
Resolution adopted with Representative Livesay voting no. She expressed her dis-
satisfaction with the way the problem of the bid was handled in the first place and
is not happy with the County Attorney's ruling to accept this bidder.
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has duly advertised for bids for a car
with certain specifications for use by the Sheriff's Department, and
WHEREAS, Ray Stafford's Garage, Inc., Dryden, New York, is the lowest
responsible bidder meeting all specifications for one eight cylinder vehicle to be
used by the Sheriff's Department with a net bid of $4,639.16, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections Com-
mittee, That the aforementioned bid for the purchase of said vehicle be and the
same hereby is accepted and the Sheriff be and he hereby is authorized to complete
said transaction on behalf of the County.
At this time Mr. Dates laid on the table the Equalization Rates for 1978 and
Footing of Assessment.
It was Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray and adopted, That Resolu-
tion No. 245—Designation of Recipient—New York State Grant—"I Love New
York" Theme, be lifted from the table.
RESOLUTION NO. 245—DESIGNATION OF RECIPIENT—NEW YORK
STATE GRANT—"I LOVE NEW YORK" THEME
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. It was Moved by Mr. Dates,
seconded by Mr. Webster, that this resolution be amended to read Finger Lakes
Association instead of the Chamber of Commerce. Motion to amend adopted. Reso-
lution as amended adopted.
WHEREAS, in connection with the State theme of "I Love New York" there
is a matching grant program for advertising campaigns, and
WHEREAS, in connection with said program each County can designate one
qualified tourist agency, and
WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Association, Inc. which has been a tourist pro-
motion agency for over three years, has requested that it be designated as the re-
cipient of any New York State funds designated for tourism, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on request of the Finger Lakes Association, Inc., That the sum
of $3,000.00 be placed in the 1978 Tompkins County Budget for tourism under the
State matching grants program for the purpose aforesaid.
RESOLUTION NO. 270—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Haight and Kidney -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
196 October 24, 1977
General Fund
Airport
Highway
$ 85,166.65
2,428.33
59,397.86
Total $146,992.84
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. Clynes placed in nomination the name of Dr. Alex Rachun to serve on
the Hospital Board of Managers to fill the unexpired term of Lawrence Siany who
resigned. The term expires December 31, 1980. Upon hearing no further nomina-
tions, the Chairman declared Mr. Rachun a member of said board.
Chairman MacNeil appointed Mr. James Drader to serve on the Tompkins
County Sewer Agency from the Town of Newfield.
Chairman MacNeil appointed the following people to serve on the Tompkins
County Youth Board:
Towns
Danby—Eva Mae Musgrave
Dryden—Steve Williams
Enfield—Rhoda Linton
Groton—William Shaw
Ithaca—Catherine Valentino
Lansing—William H. Robinson, Jr.
Newfield—Mrs. Caroline Bingham
Ulysses—John Sterling
He noted there were still vacancies from the Town of Caroline, Village of
Cayuga Heights and the City of Ithaca.
Villages
Dryden—Joseph McGuire
Freeville—Carol Burgess
Groton—Linda Christopher
Trumansburg—James Vorp
Lansing—Patricia Roundtree
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11:51 a.m.
November 14, 1977 197
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 14, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 12 Representatives. Excused — Representatives Benson, Kidney,
Theisen -3.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the October 24, 1977 meeting were approved.
NYS DEC Testimony re Cayuga/Somerset Station; CLT Balanced Govern-
mental Services sent two copies of Assignment with Consent for Cole-Layer-
Trumble Company; The John W. Cowper Co., Inc. minutes of October 19 re Tomp-
kins County Hospital; NYSAC memo re contract with Reed, Roberts Associates,
Inc. to provide claims control and administrative program for Unemployment In-
surance; letter from Daniel Marvin re Boardman Planetarium and copy of renewal
insurance from Becker -Wells Agency, Inc.; memo from Daniel Marvin re Septem-
ber 19 letter recommending a center for Human Services Agency facility; NYS
Department of Commerce letter and draft program legislation on solid waste
management; Legislative News for October; NYS Rail Plan Annual Update; PSC
re Albany hearing November 22 on implementation of the Home Insulation and
Energy Act—Article VII -A; Butzel and Kass re CLCA/LWV and Cayuga Station;
letter from Agriculture and Markets re suggestions for SPCA agreements; the
John W. Cowper Co., Inc. weekly progress report re Tompkins County Hospital
for October 21 and 28, monthly progress report for October and progress meeting
of November 1; copy of a letter from Saperston, Day & Radler to Henry Theisen
re Tompkins County Hospital; Department of Public Service re hearings on Cay-
uga Station to resume at Union Hall, Ithaca at 9:00 a.m. November 9 and 10,
1977; Economic Action Program for Tompkins County—$6,905,000; Department
of Transportation FAA support for airport development purchase of snow equip-
ment—$100,000; Strand request to be designated official cultural and convention
center for Tompkins County and also to have a budget line item for programming;
Pistol Permits for October totalled $101.00; letter from Jeffrey Bishop resigning
from the Criminal Justice Advisory Board; NYS PERB letter re Docket No. S-
0011 re amendments and additions to Taylor Law; PSC re Cayuga Station; copy
of City of Ithaca revised zoning ordinance; PSC re Case 80002—NYSE&G—Cay-
uga Station—joint testimony of staff of PSC and Department of Environmental
Conservation on air quality and meteorology; mailgram from Assemblyman Gary
A. Lee to Governor Hugh Carey urging prompt endorsement for crop disaster loan
and to NYS farmers because of wet conditions he emphasized Tompkins, Seneca
and Yates Counties; copies of resolutions from Cortland County Legislature re
Audit of TC3 capital expenditures claim nos. 110 and 77-1; copy of "Proposal for
Tompkins County Emergency Service Training Facility and Equipment"; notice
of tentative state equalization rates for City of Ithaca -51.42, Villages of Dryden
—47.16, Freeville-48.27, Groton -57.96, Cayuga Heights -51.22, Lansing -45.88
and Trumansburg-45.30; Lehigh Valley Railroad inquiry of County's acquisition
of right-of-way; Huber Magill Lawrence and Farrell re Cayuga Station and re-
port on desulfurization systems Department of Transportation FAA re Amend-
ment No. 1 to Grant Agreement for Project No. 6-36-0047 at Tompkins County
Airport; A Quarterly Report on Areawide Waste Treatment Management Plan-
ning; letter from Ralph Ness, Trumansburg Village Clerk re James Vorp has re-
signed from the county youth bureau board; letter from Robert Allen, Supervisor,
State Revenues and Receivable re Public Service Cases 4697, 7689, 5356, 6645, 5357
—Lehigh Valley Railroad; memo from NYS Association of Counties re unemploy-
ment insurance management program for counties; letter from Governor Hugh L.
Carey re the Farmers Home Administration in NYS should now be in position to
implement the emergency loans for farmers in Tompkins County and 25 counties
in the upstate area; copy of letter from Frank Liguori to Assemblyman Gary Lee
re summary of the airport projects currently underway with FAA and NYS DOT
funding support; letter from Charles McCord, Supervisor, Town of Dryden, re
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aged exemption; report to NYS Division for Youth and Ithaca City Youth Bureau,
January 1, 1976 thruogh December 1, 1976 from the Learning Web; weekly prog-
ress report—November 4, 1977 re Tompkins County Hospital from the John W.
Cowper Co., Inc.; PSC Case 27230—Proceeding on motion of the commission as
to the implementation of Home Insulation and Energy Conservation Act—Article
VII -A; copy of letter from James L. Larocca, Commissioner, NYS Energy Office
re Energy Management Program for county governments.
Congressman William Walsh acknowledged Board Resolution No. 258 and is
asking Secretary of Commerce Kreps to investigate; copy of late petition of Ray-
mond Aasen re Cayuga Station; Social Services balances for September 1977;
memo of Frank Liguori re appointments to Transportation Committee.
Chairman MacNeil said several years ago there was a transportation com-
mittee study of transportation in Tompkins County but nothing was done at that
time. Recently the state is interested in transportation in various forms. Tompkins
County has been selected to sudy consolidation of transportation.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said they are meeting tomorrow
evening at 7:30 p.m. and will be discussing after hours coverage for the Mental
Health Department.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, reported re-
garding Boardman House. Their intention on the new roof is not until next year.
There is a question for whether that really would complete the exterior. It was
referred to the County Attorney for a ruling. The resolution regarding the matter
of the Lehigh Valley Railroad right-of-way from Freeville to Cortland, is not on
the agenda this morning. What they have in mind is an invitation to the property
owners to attend the committee in person or by letter.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, said the CETA Advisory Com-
mittee did a lot of work on the anti -recession funds and there will not be any
special youth funds coming to Tompkins County.
Mrs. Livesay said the Legislative Committee will meet at 4:00 p.m. tomorrow.
At their last meeting they reviewed the SPCA budget and revenue sharing and
would like to request a meeting this week with the Budget and Administration
Committee.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety Committee, reported that processing of
pistol permits was changed from Judge Bruce Dean's office to Judge Betty Fried-
lander's office.
Mr. Webster reported there are two vacancies on the Criminal Justice Ad-
visory Board.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, said his report
will be in the form of resolutions later in the meeting. He said they are taking
telephone calls until noon today from department heads and will be going over
the requests.
Mr. Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, mentioned that the delivery
of windows for the new hospital has been delayed.
RESOLUTION NO. 271—UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE TAX CASE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Miller. County Attorney Williamson
discussed the resolution. Questions followed concerning the refunding of the
county's $5,000 contribution if the suit is successful and also which school districts
in the county to be included. A roll call vote was recessed until later in the meeting
to get further information from the Commissioner of Personnel. After the intro-
duction and seconding of Resolution No. 272, Mrs. Livesay raised a point of order
and moved the chairman out of order, seconded by Mr. Robey, in reference to
Board Rule VIII concerning the completion of a started roll call. She felt that
everything else might be illegal. Mr. Culligan felt Mrs. Livesay's motion was out
November 14, 1977 199
of order since Mr. Clynes already had a resolution on the floor. Chairman MacNeil
requested an opinion of the County Attorney. Action continued on Resolution No.
272. Later in the meeting the County Attorney ruled that Mrs. Livesay's motion
that the Chairman was out of order was offered too late—another resolution had
been offered. He said action taken is not in jeopardy of being declared illegal be-
cause no motion to overrule the chairman was made at the time. He said the board
went on and conducted the business of the meeting and received proper motions,
moving and seconding them and carrying them properly.
He said the Personnel Commissioner's intent in recommending this to the
Personnel Committee is to include all school districts in Tompkins County, that
would include the Newfield, Groton and Ithaca School Districts that go over the
boundaries. He also intended to include BOCES that goes over into Tioga County.
If the lawsuit is successful in obtaining a temporary injunction, that would enable
the county not to make payment to the federal unemployment insurance fund. If
this law is declared unconstitutional insofar as it applies to municipalities and
school districts, then from that point forward no payment would have to be made.
He said he doesn't know the answer about repayment of funds made in advance.
In letters written to municipalities and school districts it was requested they noti-
fy us by December 9 if they do not wish to be listed.
A roll call was taken which resulted as follows: Ayes — Representatives
Haight, Holden, Miller, Ray, Culligan, Dates, MacNeil -7. Noes—Representatives
Clynes, Livesay, Robey, Watros, Webster -5. Excused—Representatives Benson,
Kidney, Theisen -3. RESOLUTION LOST.
WHEREAS, the National Institute of Municipal Law Officers of Washington,
D.C. is coordinating an effort by all municipalities and school districts, etc. in the
United States to challenge the constitutionality of the Federal Unemployment
Compensation Program insofar as it applies to municipalities and school districts,
etc., and
WHEREAS, an initial action will be attempted by the National Institute of
Municipal Law Officers to obtain preliminary injunction to protect each named
plaintiff from paying any unemployment taxes pending a final decision by the
United States Supreme Court, and
WHEREAS, the total contribution requested from Tompkins County is
$5,000.00 which will include the naming of the County and all the municipalities
in the County and school districts in the County as plaintiffs in said action, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute an agreement with
the said National Institute of Municipal Officers for participation in the aforesaid
litigation.
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $5,000.00 be appropriated from the
Contingent Fund (Code A-1990) to Personnel Administration (Code A-1430.400),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 272—ACCEPTANCE OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GRANT
AGREEMENT FOR PROJECT NO. 6-36-0047-05,
TOMPKINS COUNTY AIRPORT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has made a grant offer to
the County of Tompkins dated September 23, 1977 and designated as Project No.
6-36-0047-05, Contract No. FA -EA -1656, for a maximum amount of $1,348,063,
with a further commitment under Special Condition 2 to obligate additional
amounts to the project for payment of the FAA share for fiscal years 1978 and
1979, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins did accept said grant offer by means of
Resolution No. 233, September 29, 1977, and
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WIIEREAS, the exact amount of the additional commitment for fiscal year
1978 has now been computed to be $338,879 for a total maximum obligation of
$1,686,942, subject to further commitments for fiscal year 1979, for a total com-
mitment of $2,005,087, and
WHEREAS, said project does include the following: (1) strengthening of run-
way 14-32, taxiways and aprons; (2) CFR building and site improvements; and
(3) terminal building improvements and access, therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Board of Representatives does hereby accept the Amendment No.
1 to the grant agreement and does authorize and direct the Chairman of the Board
to execute the said Amendment No. 1 Agreement on behalf of the County of
Tompkins, and
RESOLVED, further, That an unconformed copy of said Amendment No. 1 to
the grant agreement is hereby incorporated as part of this resolution and is at-
tached hereto and does represent a complete unconformed copy of the Amendment
No. 1, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board shall forward certified
copies of this resolution to the Federal Aviation Administration (3), New York
State Department of Transportation, County Administrator, Commissioner of
Public Works, Airport Manager, County Attorney, and Commissioner of Planning.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GRANT AGREEMENT
FOR PROJECT NO. 6-36-0047-05
AT
TOMPKINS COUNTY AIRPORT, ITHACA, NEW YORK
DATE OF AMENDMENT: OCT. 31, 1977
CONTRACT NO.: FA -EA 1656
(1) WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration (hereinafter referred to as
the "FAA") has determined it to be in the interest of the United States that the
Grant Agreement between the FAA, acting for and on behalf of the United States,
and the County of Tompkins, New York (hereinafter referred to as the "Spon-
sor"), accepted by said Sponsor on the 29th of September, 1977, be amended as
hereinafter provided:
AND,
(2) WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 19 of the Airport and Airway Development
Act, as amended, the FAA did make a commitment under Special Condition 2 of
said Grant Agreement, to obligate an additional amount to the project for pay-
ment of its share of the cost, a sum not to exceed the apportionment made to the
Sponsor for FY -1978 pursuant to Section 15(a)(3)(A) of said Act, as amended,
AND,
(3) WHEREAS, the exact amount of this commitment would be established in an
Amendment that will be duly executed by the parties hereto when such computa-
tion and obligation can be made in FY -1978.
AND,
(4) WHEREAS, the exact amount to be apportioned to the Sponsor in FY -1978
pursuant to Section 15(a) (3) (A) of said Act, has now been duly computed to be
$338,879 and further that such apportioned funds can now be obligated.
NOW, THEREFORE, WITNESSETH:
That in consideration of the benefits to accrue to the parties hereto, the FAA, on
behalf of the United States, on the one part, and the Sponsor, on the other part,
do hereby mutually agree to increase the maximum amount of the obligation, by
the amount of $338,879 from the amount apportioned to the Sponsor in FY -1978,
November 14, 1977 201
and thereby increase the total maximum amount of obligation as shown on Page
2, paragraph 1, of the terms and conditions of the said Grant Agreement between
the United States, from $1,348,063 to $1,686,942.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Amendment to said
grant agreement to be duly executed.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
By: JOSEPH ABERASTURI
Chief : New York Airports District Office
County of Tompkins, New York
By:
Title:
Attest:
Title:
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSOR'S ATTORNEY
I, , acting as Attorney for County of Tompkins, New
York, (hereinafter referred to as "Sponsor") do hereby certify:
That I have examined the foregoing Amendment to Grant Agreement and the
proceedings taken by said Sponsor relating thereto, and find that the execution
thereof by said Sponsor has been duly authorized and is in all respects due and
proper and in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, and further
that, in my opinion, said Amendment to Grant Agreement constitutes a legal and
binding obligation of the Sponsor in accordance with the terms thereof.
Dated at
, this day of , 19....
Title:
RESOLUTION NO. 273—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Discussion took place regard-
ing the need for the change order for curbing. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee, the
Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts:
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.—H.V.A.C.
Delete 3, Add 4 unit heaters
Total Change Order H-7 Add $ 4,533.30
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
Relocate sink no charge
Raise manhole + 110.00
Total Change Order P-12 Add $ 110.00
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.—General Contractor
Add curbing—parking lot + 19,770.00
Metal casework—ICU-CCU + 664.00
Modify Decontamination area + 2,478.00
Construct drainage—entry road + 3,945.00
Changes in radiology + 1,112.00
Clean pavement and barricades -I- 49.00
Total Change Order C-17 Add $28,018.00
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Change viewers—radiology
Total Change Order C-18
Add sump pit and drain
Change loading dock area
Main entrance revisions
Deduct — 142.00
+ 2,472.00
+ 1,398.00
+ 1,521.00
Total Change Order C-19 Add $ 5,391.00
RESOLUTION NO. 274—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—
TOMPKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Mr. Culligan said work is
progressing well. Ayes -12. Noes -0. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney,
Theisen. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following construction claims have been approved by the
Architects and the Construction Manager, and all claims audited by the Hospital
Construction Committee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construc-
tion Account are:
John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Management Fee #16 $11,643.09
Office Expense 818.40
Personnel 9,292.29
Saperston, Day, Radler
Levatich, Miller, Hoffman, P.C.
Fred H. Thomas, Associates, P.C.
Architects Fee #42
Reimbursable—Testing Lab
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction # 13
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing #13
E. W. Tompkins Co„ Inc.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning # 12
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric #13 98,735.00
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of funds provided therefor.
7,930.00
1,063.00
$ 21,753.78
194.97
$ 8,993.00
450,270.00
75,200.00
198,500.00
RESOLUTION NO. 275—AUTHORIZATION FOR PUBLIC HEARING-1978—
AREA PLAN FOR THE OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Webster. Discussion took place. The
County Attorney stated it was all right to hold the public hearing on November
28. Adopted.
WHEREAS, a public hearing on the 1978 Area Plan for the Office for the
Aging is required by Federal and State regulations, and
WHEREAS, the 1978 Area Plan for the Tompkins County Office for the Aging
will be available to the public for review and comment on November 28, 1977, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That a public hearing on the 1978 Area Plan for the Office for
the Aging be held November 28, 1977 at 9:30 a.m. in the Board of Representatives
Chambers of the Courthouse, Ithaca, New York.
It was Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller, That the Regular and
November 14, 1977 203
Supplemental Reports on Footings of Assessment Roll and the Equalization Rates
be lifted from the Table. Adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 276—ADVERTISE PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED
BUDGET FOR 1978
It was Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Haight. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That a public hearing on the proposed 1978 Budget be held Thursday, Novem-
ber 17, 1977 at 7:30 p.m. in the Courtroom of the Tompkins County Courthouse
for the purpose of hearing all persons interested therein who desire to be heard,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk is hereby directed to publish a notice of
public hearing in the official newspapers of the county in the manner required by
Section 359 of the County Law.
RESOLUTION NO. 277—ADOPTION OF REGULAR AND SUPPLEMENTAL
REPORTS ON FOOTINGS OF ASSESSMENT ROLLS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the regular and supplemental report of the Budget and
Administration Committee 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 1978.
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON FOOTING
OF ASSESSMENT ROLLS
1977
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Freeville Village 1,498,729 89,949 1,588,678 69,185
Total—Inside Corp. 8,548,094 338,572 8,886,676 285,340
Outside Corp. 43,780,705 772,050 44,552,755 614,260
Totals 52,328,799 1,110,632 53,439,431 899,600
GROTON—Groton Village 7,957,420 219,795 8,177,215 221,230
Outside Corp. 10,747,341 252,141 10,999,482 425,715
Totals 18,704,761 471,936 19,176,697 646,945
ITHACA—Cayuga Heights 25,295,300 1,008,568 26,303,868 323,380
Outside Corp. 55,065,766 1,427,796 56,493,562 847,565
Totals 80,361,066 2,436,364 82,797,430 1,170,945
LANSING—Lansing Village 28,442,284 195,296 28,637,580 66,585
Outside Corp. _56,612,725 553,257 57,165,982 607,495
Totals 85,055,009 748,553 85,803,562 674,080
ULYSSES—Trumansburg 5,746,030 265,290 6,011,320 202,920
Outside Corp. 14,055,425 312,895 14,368,320 445,625
Totals 19,801,455 578,185 20,379,640 648,545
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FOOTING OF ASSESSMENT ROLLS
Prepared in 1977
To the Board of Supervisors of Tompkins County, N.Y.
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Town of Danby 33,286 1,208,700 8,508,700 239,710 151,052 1,121,367 v
Town of Dryden 58,286 6,497,670 42,514,990 899,600 1,110,632 10,713,409
Town of Enfield 22,207 1,370,690 8,555,650 215,440 131,350 461,000
Town of Groton 30,725 2,699,760 17,829,210 646,945 471,936 1,522,496
Town of Ithaca 16,293 14,906,740 77,407,720 1,170,945 2,436,364 4,124,291
Town of Lansing 37,789 8,019,800 51,838,710 674,080 748,553 33,890,379
Town of Newfield 36,997 1,661,390 12,626,590 389,495 345,715 2,631,844
Town of Ulysses 19,818 4,262,860 19,624,850 648,545 578,185 825,150
City of Ithaca 2,940 17,532,100 99,056,400 2,534,850 4,926,167 4,088,816
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Town of Danby 9,781,119 9,541,409 9,541,409 1,429,350 11,210,469
Town of Dryden 54,339,031 53,439,431 8,886,676 44,552,755 13,397,360 67,736,391
Town of Enfield 9,148,000 8,932,560 8,932,560 635,270 9,783,270
Town of Groton 19,823,642 19,176,697 8,177,215 10,999,482 4,272,620 24,096,262
Town of Ithaca 83,968,375 82,797,430 26,303,868 56,493,562 79,846,150 163,814,525
Town of Lansing 86,477,642 85,803,562 28,637,580 57,165,982 7,731,260 94,208,902
Town of Newfield 15,604,149 15,214,654 15,214,654 3,318,010 18,922,159
Town of Ulysses 21,028,185 20,379,640 6,011,320 14,368,320 6,072,540 27,100,725
City of Ithaca 108,071,383 105,536,533 105,536,533 157,577,600 265,648,983
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RESOLUTION NO. 278—APPORTIONMENT OF MORTGAGE TAX
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Clerk and the County Administrator have presented
their report concerning mortgage tax receipts for the period from April 1, 1977
through September 30, 1977, pursuant to Section 261 of the Tax Law and the same
has been apportioned to the various municipalities thereto, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the apportionment as presented for said period from April
1, 1977 through September 30, 1977 be and hereby is approved:
Municipality
Town of Caroline
Town of Danby
Town of Dryden
Village of Dryden
Village of Freeville
Town of Enfield
Town of Groton
Village of Groton
City of Ithaca
Town of Ithaca
Village of Cayuga Heights
Amount
$30,420.79
2,191.98
503.70
7,052.21
1,934.59
30,635.27
5,791.49
Town of Lansing 53,557.13
Village of Lansing 9,916.48
Town of Newfield
Town of Ulysses
Village of Trumansburg
13,004.33
2,287.68
Total
$ 4,520.47
3,989.35
33,116.47
5,686.00
8,986.80
45,756.93
36,426.76
63,473.61
4,172.09
15,292.01
Total $221,420.49
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
distribution thereof to the several tax districts.
RESOLUTION NO. 279—ESTABLISHING COUNTY EQUALIZATION RATES
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Robey. Adopted.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article III, Section 3.04, Sub. (d) of the Tompkins
County Charter and Code, the Director of Assessment has submitted and recom-
mended for adoption the following equalization rates as prepared by the State
Board of Equalization and Assessment for the assessment rolls filed in 1977 and
for the apportionment of county taxes levied in 1978:
Towns of Caroline 44.99
Danby 39.26
Dryden 43.47
Enfield 44.24
Groton 47.43
Ithaca 50.66
Lansing 48.79
Newfield 49.80
Ulysses 41.84
City of Ithaca 55.61
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the above equalization rates be and hereby are adopted.
November 14, 1977 207
RESOLUTION NO. 280—CORRECTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL—
TOWN OF DRYDEN
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
WHEREAS, this Board is informed that an error was made in the 1977 Town
and County Assessment Roll for the Town of Dryden, namely, Parcel No. 50-1-30,
assessed to Mrs. Howard Havington was purchased by the State of New York
prior to the signing of the tax warrant, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Comrnit-
tee, That the assessment on Parcel No. 50-1-30 be expunged from the 1977 Assess-
ment Roll for the Town of Dryden.
RESOLUTION NO. 281—AUDIT OF COURT ADMINISTRATION COSTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion followed. Ayes -12.
Noes -0. Excused—Representatives Benson, Kidney, Theisen -3. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the following claim audited by the Budget and Administration
Committee to be paid from the General Fund is:
State of New York—Office of Court Administration
(months of October, November 1977)
Account No. 1162—$31,717.76
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claim out of funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 282—AUTHORIZING CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD TO
REQUEST PREFERENTIAL RIGHT TO
NEGOTIATE FOR ABANDONED LEHIGH VALLEY
RIGHT-OF-WAY, EAST ITHACA TO FREEVILLE
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted with Representative
Haight voting no.
WHEREAS, the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company has filed a "Notice of
Abandonment" of the railroad right-of-way from East Ithaca to Freeville from
milepost 50.88 to milepost 59.69, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has advised
the County of Tompkins and other municipalities that they may file a request to
exercise a preferential right to negotiate with the Lehigh Valley Railroad Com-
pany for said right-of-way, and
WHEREAS, it is within the best interest of the people of Tompkins County
that the right-of-way remain intact for future possible uses, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins does recognize the interests of Cornell
University, the City of Ithaca, the Town of Ithaca, the Town of Dryden, and the
Village of Freeville in said right-of-way, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to petition
the NYS Department of Transportation to exercise a preferential right of negoti-
ation in concert with the above municipalities and Cornell University.
Mr. Webster requested an executive session of the Board be held for the pur-
pose of discussing a personnel problem.
On motion, meeting adjourned to November 17, 1977 at 7:30 p.m.
208 November 17, 1977
PUBLIC HEARING
NOVEMBER 17, 1977
TOMPKINS COUNTY BUDGET
AND
REVENUE SHARING FUNDS
Chairman MacNeil called the public hearing to order at 7:30 p.m.
The Clerk of the Board, Phyllis B. Howell, read the notices of public hearing
as they appeared in the official newspapers.
Chairman MacNeil introduced members of the board that are not on the
Budget and Administration Committee.
Mr. Dates, Chairman of the Budget and Administration Committee, intro-
duced members of the committee, County Attorney Robert Williamson, Mr. John
Murphy, County Administrator and Phyllis B. Howell, Clerk. He extended best
wishes to Representatives James Kidney, Herbert Haight and Claude Holden who
did not run for re-election this year.
Mr. John Murphy made his presentation and the floor was opened for ques-
tions and statements from the public.
Mrs. Rosalind Hunt inquired about the percentage figures of the Social Serv-
ices Department and Hospital and she also asked about the CETA funds.
Mr. Bill Brothers of the SPCA asked what happens to the unspent revenue
sharing funds. Mr. Murphy explained it is distributed quarterly and what isn't
spent is invested until appropriated.
Mr. Warren Slesinger, manager of the Center for Performing Arts, and Mrs.
Barbara Thuesen spoke in support of their request for $65,000 for equipment.
Mr. Ken Marash, Chairman of the Human Rights Commission, requested the
reconsideration of their full budget request for $13,351. He felt the amount offered
to them in the proposed budget is inadequate to allow them to effectively meet
the needs of the citizens of Tompkins County.
Mrs. Betty Howland, SPCA, stated they proposed 110 hours of coverage on a
seven day -a -week basis plus emergency service. If their request is granted, Tomp-
kins County will have a satisfactory animal control service.
Mr. Neil Hoffman, Regional Director, Division of Human Rights of the Syra-
cuse District, described the kind of work they do and stated the local Tompkins
County Division does a tremendous workload for a part-time position.
Mr. Charles Herndon, Director, Economic Opportunity Corporation, spoke
about the importance of the EOC Outreach program and urged the reconsideration
of the allocation of funds for the program.
Many people made statements about the importance of the Economic Oppor-
tunity Corporation Outreach Program.
Ms. Roxanne Bahar from Newfield was concerned about the priorities of fund-
ing in the county.
The public hearing was closed at 8:55 p.m.
November 17, 1977 209
ADJOURNED MEETING
NOVEMBER 17, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:04 p.m.
Present: 12 Representatives. Absent—Representatives• Culligan (Arrived -
9:40 p.m.) and Benson -2. Excused—Representative Holden -1.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Permission was given to add to the agenda the resolution pertaining to Spe-
cial Grade Crossing Levy.
RESOLUTION NO. 283—SPECIAL GRADE CROSSING LEVY—LEHIGH
VALLEY RAILROAD CROSSING
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the State of New York is entitled to certain monies in the
amount of $4,306.61 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 being 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 and Administration Commit-
tee and the Director of Assessment, That the sum of $4,306.61 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
listed 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 particulariza-
tion being on file with the Clerk of the Board and Director of Assessment:
PSC 4697 Town of Newfield $ 145.10
PSC 7689 City of Ithaca 998.84
PSC 5356 Town of Ithaca 2,559.59
PSC 6645 Town of Ithaca 402.11
PSC 5357 Town of Newfield 200.97
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 Assessment 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. 284—APPORTIONMENT OF ELECTION EXPENSES
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the report of the Commissioners of Elections pertaining
to the election expenses for the year 1977 be accepted and that the amount therein
210 November 17, 1977
mentioned be levied upon and collected from the taxable property of Tompkins
County and the several towns and city therein.
RESOLVED, further, That the apportionment of elections expenses for the
County of Tompkins at large, the City of Ithaca, and the several towns of the
County, is as follows:
County of Tompkins at large $43,503.53
City of Ithaca 3,395.36
Towns:
Caroline 821.64
Danby 552.58
Dryden 2,230.79
Enfield 214.87
Groton 894.28
Ithaca 1,930.23
Lansing 1,961.90
Newfield 549.60
Ulysses 869.75
Total $56,924.53
RESOLUTION NO. 285 -WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION BUDGET AND
APPORTIONMENT -MUTUAL SELF-INSURANCE
PLAN
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Budget and Administration Committee estimates that the
sum of $10,000 will be required during the year 1978 for the payment of compen-
sation in old and pending cases on behalf of the county participating municipali-
ties 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 1978 the total sum of $10,000, 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 participating
municipal corporations, as follows:
(Based on 1976 Assessment)
Full or True Apportion -
Municipality Assessed Value State Rate Value ment
Town of Caroline $ 10,041,162 51.00 $ 19,754,401 $ 125.80
Town of Danby 9,299,508 48.00 19,245,671 122.56
Town of Dryden 51,748,865 47.00 111,168,346 707.94
Town of Enfield 8,529,205 51.00 16,763,375 106.75
Town of Groton 18,966,468 57.00 33,327,127 212.23
Town of Ithaca 82,165,728 56.00 147,541,260 939.56
Town of Lansing 82,209,014 52.00 159,042,395 1,012.80
Town of Newfield 15,058,034 61.00 24,746,153 157.59
Town of Ulysses 20,115,925 50.00 40,191,658 255.95
City of Ithaca 105,172,498 61.00 173,695,290 1,106.12
Village of Dryden 6,850,759 47.00 14,716,990 93.72
Village of Freeville 1,574,594 47.00 3,382,586 21.54
Village of Groton 8,165,916 57.00 14,348.824 91.37
Village of Cayuga Heights 26,127,343 56.00 46,915,681 298.77
County of Tompkins 403,306,407 745,475,676 4,747.30
$1,570,315,433 $10,000.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County's share of such apportionment being
the sum of $4,747.30 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
November 17, 1977 211
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.
RESOLUTION NO. 286—ADOPTION OF 1978 TOMPKINS COUNTY BUDGET
AS AMENDED
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Watros. A question and answer period
took place.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Theisen, That the amount of
$43,702 be added to the revenue sharing fund for the EOC Outreach Program.
Discussion took place and a roll call resulted as follows: Ayes—Representatives
Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Theisen, Webster -6. Noes—Representatives
Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Ray, Watros, MacNeil -7. Excused—Representa-
tive Holden -1. Absent—Representative Benson -1. Motion Lost.
It was Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mr. Webster, to add $20,000 to the
revenue sharing fund which would allow the program to continue another six
months with the understanding at the end of that period there would be evaluation
as to how these services would be provided. He felt the Social Services Committee
should review. Ayes—Representatives Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Theisen,
Webster, Culligan -7. Noes—Representatives Clynes, Dates, Haight, Ray, Watros,
MacNeil -6. Excused—Representative Holden -1. Absent—Representative Benson
—1. Motion Lost.
It was Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Theisen, to adjourn this meet-
ing to Monday, November 20, 1977 at 7:30 p.m. Ayes—Representatives Culligan,
Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Theisen, Webster -6. Noes—Representatives Clynes,
Dates, Haight, Ray, Robey, Watros, MacNeil -7. Excused—Representative Holden
—1. Absent—Representative Benson -1. Motion Lost.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Theisen, That Code A3510
Control of Animals be amended to read $46,282 as a regular budget item. She ex-
plained this would permit the SPCA to increase the service from 40 hours to 110
hours per week. A lengthy discussion followed and a roll call vote was taken which
resulted as follows: Ayes—Representatives Livesay, Miller, Theisen, Webster -4.
Noes—Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight, Kidney, Ray, Robey, Wat-
ros, MacNeil -9. Excused—Representative Holden -1. Absent—Representative
Benson -1. Motion Lost.
It was Moved by Mr. Webster, seconded by Mr. Theisen, to increase the Pro-
bation Department equipment account A3140 from $0 to $850. Discussion took
place and a roll call followed which resulted: Ayes—Representatives Haight, Kid-
ney, Livesay, Theisen, Webster, Clynes-6. Noes—Representatives Culligan, Dates,
Miller, Ray, Robey, Watros, MacNeil -7. Excused—Representative Holden -1.
Absent—Representative Benson -1. Motion Lost.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Webster, to restore to the
A3410 equipment, Fire and Disaster Coordinator, the amount of $20,586. After
discussion. Mr. Webster withdrew his second. Mr. Ray said they agreed to review
their request. They are not against the equipment but felt there was not enough
time to properly expedite.
It was Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Webster, to amend Code A8040,
Human Rights Commission, to read $13,261. Ayes—Representatives Livesay, Mil-
ler, Theisen, Webster -4. Noes—Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight,
Kidney, Ray, Robey, Watros, MacNeil -9. Excused—Representative Bolden -1.
Absent—Representative Benson -1. Motion Lost.
It was Moved by Mr. Theisen that $65,000 for the Strand Theater be added to
the Revenue Sharing Fund. No second was received.
It was Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Webster, That the amount of
$72,000 in the Board of Representatives Personnel Services Account (Code A1010-
212 November 17, 1977
100 be reduced to $56.000. Discussion followed. Ayes—Representatives Haight,
Kidney, Miller, Robey, Theisen, Webster, Culligan, MacNeil -8. Noes—Represen-
tatives Clynes, Dates, Ray, Watros-4. Abstained—Representative Livesay (con-
flict of interest) -1. Excused—Representative Holden -1. Absent—Representative
Benson -1. Motion adopted.
It was Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates, That Code A1010.100
Representatives Personnel Services, be increased to the amount of $63,500. Ayes—
Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Miller, Ray, Watros-6. Noes—Repre-
sentatives Haight, Kidney, Robey, Theisen, Webster -6. Abstained—Livesay--1.
Excused—Representative Holden -1. Absent—Representative Benson -1. Motion
Lost.
A roll call was taken on the resolution as :amended. Ayes—Representatives
Haight, Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Ray, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Clynes, Culligan,
Dates,MacNeil-12. Noes—Representative Webster -1. Excused—Representative
Holden -1. Absent—Representative Benson -1. Resolution adopted. (Reconsidered
November 28).
WHEREAS, the proposed budget for the year 1978 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 1978.
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1978 TOMPKINS COUNTY BUDGET
FORM D
SUMMARY OF BUDGET—ALL FUNDS
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS OF ALL FUNDS $36,930,862
(Excluding Inter -Fund Items)
LESS: ESTIMATED REVENUES, APPROPRIATED
CASH SURPLUS AND APPROPRIATED
RESERVES OF ALL FUNDS:
Estimated Revenues (Excluding Inter -Fund
Items) $30,606,016
Appropriated Fund Balance:
General Fund 700,000
Federal Revenue Sharing 536,250 $31,842,266
TOTAL REAL ESTATE TAX LEVY $ 5,088,596
FORM G
ESTIMATED REVENUES
OTHER THAN REAL ESTATE TAXES—ALL FUNDS
Accounts prefixed by "A" represent the
Accounts prefixed by "B" represent the
Accounts prefixed by "C" represent the
Accounts prefixed by "D" represent the
Accounts prefixed by "E" represent the
Accounts prefixed by "F" represent the
Accounts prefixed by "L" represent the
General Fund
Airport Enterprise Fund
Hospital Enterprise Fund
County Road Fund
Road Machinery Fund
Federal Revenue Sharing Fund
Library Fund
GENERAL FUND
Actual
1976
Budget
1977
1978
Budget
Estimate
1978
Adopted
REAL PROPERTY TAX ITEMS
1051—Gain from Sale of Tax Acquired Property
1060—Relevy of Returned School Taxes
1081—Payments in Lieu of Taxes
1090—Interest & Penalties on Real Property Taxes
TOTAL—REAL PROPERTY ITEMS
NON -PROPERTY TAXES
1110—Sales and Use Tax
$ 509
315,513
19,059
81,078
$ 416,159
$ 0
350,000
20,000
70,000
$ 440,000
$ 0 $ 0
450,000 450,000
20,000 20,000
80,000 80,000
$ 550,000 $ 550,000
$ 3,578,545 $ 3,500,000
$ 4,200,000 $ 4,200,000
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GENERAL FUND Actual Budget Budget 1978
1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
DEPARTMENTAL INCOME
1215 -Surrogate Fees $ 20,955 $ 5,000 $ 0 $ 0
1230 -Treasurer Fees 29,565 20,000 25,000 25,000
1235 -Charges for Tax Advertising and 5,389 1,000 3,000 3,000
Redemption Expenses
1250 -Assessor's Fees and Tax Maps 2,217 1,500 1,500 1,500
1255 -Clerk Fees 147,189 126,900 148,000 148,000
TOTAL DEPARTMENTAL INCOME $ 205,315 $ 154,400 $ 177,500 $ 177,500
PUBLIC SAFETY
1510 -Sheriff Fees $ 26,149 $ 26,000 $ 26,000 $ 26,000
1525 -Prisoner Charges 3,923 4,500 4,000 4,000
TOTAL PUBLIC SAFETY $ 30,072 $ 30,500 $ 30,000 $ 30,000
HEALTH
1601 -Public Health Fees $ 40,010 $ 41,500 $ 39,000 $ 39,000
1605 -Charges for Care of Handicapped Children 10,984 3,000 2,000 2,000
1610 -Home Nursing Charges 128,876 160,200 178,000 178,000
1620 -Mental Health Fees 55,630 45,800 37,600 37,600
1689 -Other Health Department Income 2,504 0 2,500 2,500
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1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
HEALTH (continued)
1625 -Mental Health Contribution -Private Agency
.410 -Special Children's Center 38,793 62,926 65,000 65,000
.420 -Mental Health Association 8,111 9,150 9,034 9,034
.430 -Family & Children's Service 6,423 14,468 12,987 12,987
.440 -Alcoholism Council 15,590 16,898 18,875 18,875
.450 -Challenge -ARC Workshop 79,902 75,622 40,383 40,383
.460 -Ithaca Youth Bureau Day Camp 3,529 4,473 4,866 4,866
.470 -Suicide Prevention 7,251 7,942 9,478 9,478
TOTAL HEALTH $ 397,603 $ 441,979 $ 419,723 $ 419,723
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
1801 -Repayments of Medical Assistance $ 114,797 $ 54,000 $ 75,000 $ 75,000
1803 -Repayments of Aid to Aged, Blind and Disabled 7,185 0 3,000 3,000
1809 -Repayments of Aid to Dependent Children 46,169 60,000 35,000 35,000
1811 -Child Support Incentive Earnings 7,575 0 3,000 3,000
1819 -Repayments of Child Care (Foster Care) 16,585 10,000 24,000 24,000
1823 -Repayments of Juvenile Delinquent Care 7,447 8,000 3,000 3,000
1830 -Repayments of Adult Care, Public Institutions 83,774 75,300 75,300 75,300
1840 -Repayments of Home Relief 21,669 21,000 16,000 16,000
1842 -Repayments of Emergency Aid to Adults 0 0 2,600 2,600
1848 -Repayments of Burials 426 500 500 500
1870 -Repayments of Purchase of Services 0 0 2,500 2,500
1890 -Sale of Farm Products 21,381 15,000 20,000 20,000
1894 -Social Services Charges 2,189 0 0 0
TOTAL ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE
AND DEVELOPMENT $ 329,197 $ 243,800 $ 259,900 $ 259,900
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1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
CULTURE AND RECREATION
2070 -Contributions from Private Agencies for Youth
.010-4-H Youth Program -Hancock Project $ 2,797 $ 2,897 $ 3,968 $ 3,968
.015-4-H Youth Program -Outdoor Recreation 2,112 3,434 3,927 3,927
.017-4-H Youth Program -Youth Enterprise 0 0 7,212 7,212
.020 -Main -Line 5,386 7,500 10,452 10,452
.030 -Big Brother/Big Sister 4,875 7,550 9,000 9,000
.040 -Interim Families 2,202 2,500 2,700 2,700
.050 -Learning Web 0 9,250 9,950 . 9,950
TOTAL -CULTURE AND RECREATION $ 17,372 $ 33,131 $ 47,209 $ 47,209
GENERAL CHARGES
2215 -Election Expenses $ 10,782 $ 9,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000
2226 -Sale of Supplies 37,399 40,000 40,000 40,000
TOTAL GENERAL CHARGES $ 48,181 $ 49,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000
PUBLIC SAFETY
2260 -Police Services for Other Governments
(Trumansburg) $ 14,869 0 0 0
USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
2401 -Interest and Earnings $ 289,392 $ 250,000 $ 225,000 $ 225,000
2410 -Rental of Real Property (Boardman House) 0 3,000 3,600 3,600
2450 -Commissions 118 0 0 0
TOTAL USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY $ 289,510 $ 253,000 $ 228,600 $ 228,600
LICENSES AND PERMITS
2545 -Licenses $ 1,499 $ 1,200 $ 1,200 $ 1,200
FINES AND FORFEITURES
2610 -Fines and Forfeited Bail $ 1,234 $ 1,500 $ 1,500 $ 1,500
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1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
SALE OF PROPERTY & COMPENSATION FOR LOSS
2655 -Minor Sales, Other $ 9,193 $ 8,000 $ 8,000 $ 8,000
2680 -Insurance Recoveries 3,588 0 0 0
TOTAL -SALE OF PROPERTY &
COMPENSATION FOR LOSS $ 12,781 $ 8,000 $ 8,000 $ 8,000
MISCELLANEOUS
2701 -Refunds of Prior Years Expense $ 10,332 $ 0 $ 0 $ . 0
2702 -Fire Dispatchers 22,200 23,360 26,860 26,860
2705 -Gifts and Donations 503 0 0 0
2770 -Other Unclassified Revenues
.010 -Miscellaneous Reimbursements 8,732 0 0 0
.020 -Salary Reimbursement -Janitors from Library 7,992 8,250 8,250 8,250
.030 -Telephone Reimbursement -Probation 5,393 4,000 0 0
.040 -Counsel Fees .. .. 376 0 0 0
.050 -Narcotic Addiction Control -In -Kind 0 119,029 99,415 99,415
TOTAL -MISCELLANEOUS $ 55,528 $ 154,639 $ 134,525 $ 134,525
2960 -Transfer from Other Funds for Debt Service
.61 -Serial Bonds -Community College $ 0 $ 85,000 $ 85,000 $ 85,000
.62- -Hospital .. 0 15,000 815,000 815,000
.71 -Interest on Serial Bonds -Community College0 30,105 25,515 25,515
.72 -Interest on Serial Bonds -Hospital 0 0 1,274,985 1,274,985
TOTAL $ 0 $ 130,105 $ 2,200,500 $ 2,200,500
STATE AID
3001 -Per Capita (Revenue Sharing) $ 327,777 $ 306,000 $ 328,000 $ 328,000
3015 -Tax Abatement 1 0 0 0
3020 -State Aid for Judicial Salaries 34,429 8,912 0 0
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GENERAL FUND Actual Budget Budget 1978
1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
STATE AID (continued)
3089 -State Aid, Other (Specify)
.010 -Planning Grant 26,062 26,100 21,000 21,000
.020 -Environmental Management Council 9,603 8,000 6,600 6,600
.090 -Forestry 654 1,500 1,500 1,500
.110 -State Police Data Terminal 2,763 3,820 0 0
3277 -Education of Handicapped Children 18,044 26,600 32,500 32,500
3310 -Probation Services 87,312 94,103 84,492 84,492
3311 -Probation Services -Intensive Supervision Unit 604 0 0 0
3315 -Navigation Law Enforcement 2,339 2,000 2,400 2,400
3317 -Snowmobile Law Enforcement 32 0 0 0
3401 -Public Health Work 188,559 268,787 291,189 291,189
3402 -MA Program Administration 3,332 2,900 0 0
3442 -Rabies 995 2,000 2,000 2,000
3446 -Care of Handicapped Children 19,305 23,500 19,000 19,000
3448 -Adult Polio 293 250 250 250
3482-T.B. Care & Treatment 0 1,600 0 0
3486 -Narcotic Addiction Control 180,930 271,793 256,368 256,368
3490 -Mental Health 454,357 598,364 651,525 651,525
3491 -Alcoholism Addiction Control 24,361 21,886 0 0
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1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
STATE AID (continued)
3601 -Medical Assistance 1,247,307 1,200,000 1,265,000 1,265,000
3609 -Aid to Dependent Children 689,403 707,000 710,000 710,000
3610 -Social Services Administration 304,372 293,122 285,000 285,000
3611 -Food Stamps 58,198 44,000 72,000 72,009
3613 -Home Relief 551,707 589,000 490,000 490,000
3619 -Child Care (Foster Care) 95,446 75,600 108,000 108,000
3623 -Juvenile Delinquents 110,040 150,000 105,000 105,000
3630 -Adult Care, Public Institutions 92,143 75,000 110,000 110,000
3642 -Emergency Aid, Adults 1,889 2,500 2,700 2,700
3648 -Burials 7,135 9,700 4,500 4,500
3670 -Services for Recipients 85,057 100,000 88,900 88,900
3710 -Veterans Service Agencies 2,520 0 0 0
3801 -Recreation for Elderly 3,538 4,550 4,550 4,550
3803 -Programs for the Aging 32,285 58,937 131,500 131,500
3820 -Youth Programs
.010 -Sheriff 6,851 3,913 2,609 2,609
.020 -4 -H -Hancock Project 3,451 2,896 3,967 3,967
.025 -4 -H -Outdoor Recreation 2,263 3,433 3,928 3,928
.027 -4 -H -Youth Enterprise 0 0 2,404 2,404
.030 -Big Brother/Big Sister 8,697 7,550 9,000 9,000
.040 -Interim Families 0 4,347 5,089 5,089
.050 -Learning Web 0 9,250 9,950 9,950
.060 -Mainline 5,123 7,500 8,748 8,748
TOTAL -STATE AID $ 4,689,177 $ 5,016,413 $ 5,119,669 $ 5,119,669
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1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
FEDERAL AID:
4089—Other:
.040—Airport Master Plan $ 2,297 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
.050—Office for the Aging 850 0 0 0
.060—Airport Fencing 4,564 0 0 0
4601—Medical Assistance 2,054,764 2,018,000 2,040,000 2,040,000
4609—Aid to Dependent Children 1,351,477 1,440,000 1,350,000 1,350,000
4610—Social Services Administration 768,114 723,730 760,000 760,00[)
4611—Food Stamps 67,382 64,000 80,000 80,000
4670—Services for Recipients 56,413 64,000 67,000 67,000
4702—Anti-Recession 0 56,356 0 0
4710—CETA I 321,189 322,098 306,215 306,215
4720—CETA II 123,516 122,199 275,636 275,636
4730—CETA Training & Development Program—III 115,799 151,776 0 0
4740—CETA IV 504,654 862,685 1,293,451 1,293,451
4741—Federal Recreation Program 2,084 2,158 0 0
4780—Public Employment Program (Labor Manpower) 30,718 3,600 0 0
TOTAL—FEDERAL AID $ 5,403,821 $ 5,830,602 $ 6,172,302 $ 6,172,302
TOTAL REVENUES—GENERAL FUND $15,490,863 $16,288,269 $19,600,628 $19,600,628
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ENTERPRISE REVENUES Actual Budget Budget 1978
1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
HOSPITAL:
C -1592 -Cafeteria Sales $ 200,576 $ 200,000 $ 227,660 $ 227,660
C -1635 -In -Patients 8,232,477 9,394,922 10,071,477 10,071,477
C -1636 -Patients Family Medicine 174,710 157,000 276,000 276,000
C -2228 -Copying Records 2,200 2,500 1,500 1,500
C -2401 -Interest 32,973 50,000 0 0
C -2410 --Rental of Real Property 91,288 129,974 143,980 143,980
C -2655 -Minor Sales 21,747 20,000 20,500 20,500
C -2705 -Gifts and Donations 35,171 45,000 0 0
C -4430 -Federal Grant -Appalachia Regional
Commission 241,680 262,484 210,280 210,280
TOTAL -HOSPITAL REVENUES $ 9,032,842 $10,261,880 $10,951,397 $10,951,397
AIRPORT:
B -1770 --Airport Landing Fees $ 40,015 $ 46,000 $ 48,441 $ 48,441
B -1774 -Airport Concession 33,825 32,692 51,493 51,493
B -2401 -Interest 2,181 0 0 0
B -2410 -Rentals 27,247 35,288 36,394 36,394
B -2770 ---Other Unclassified Revenues 70,841 3,080 1,080 1,080
TOTAL -AIRPORT REVENUES $ 174,109 $ 117,060 $ 137,408 $ 137,408
B -2810 -Contributions from General Fund $ 38,248 $ 18,321 $ 35,906 $ 35,906
TOTAL -AIRPORT REVENUES (Including
Interfund Revenues) $ 212,357 $ 135,381 $ 173,314 $ 173,314
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COUNTY ROAD FUND REVENUES Actual Budget Budget 1978
1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
D-2302—Snow Removal Services, Other Governments $ 60,014 $ 100,000 $ 110,000 $ 110,000
D-2401—Interest $ 1.554 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 Z
D -2770 --Other Unclassified Revenues $ 92,296 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 0
STATE AID: 14
D-3503—Motor Fuel Tax $ 495,005 $ 500,000 $ 500,000 $ 500,000 3
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D-3504—Motor Vehicle License Fees 124,028 110,000 120,000 120,000
TOTAL STATE AID $ 619,033 $ 610,000 $ 620,000 $ 620,000 V
TOTAL REVENUES—COUNTY ROAD FUND .p
(Excluding Inter -Fund) $ 772,897 $ 722,000 $ 742,000 $ 742,000 V
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INTERFUND REVENUES:
D-2810—Transfer from General Fund $ 1,223,816 $ 1,282,250 $ 1,480,255 $ 1,480,255
TOTAL REVENUES—COUNTY ROAD FUND
(Including Inter -Fund) $ 1,996,713 $ 2,004,250 $ 2,222,255 $ 2,222,255
1978
ROAD MACHINERY REVENUES Actual Budget Budget 1978
1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY:
E-2401—Interest
E-2416—Rental of Equipment, Other Governments
1,082 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
1,040 0 0 0
TOTAL—USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY $ 2,122 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
SALES OF PROPERTY & COMPENSATION FOR LOSS:
E-2655—Minor Sales, Other $ 458 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
E-2680—Insurance Recoveries 1,063 0 0 0
TOTAL—SALES OF PROPERTY &
COMPENSATION FOR LOSS $ 1,521 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
TOTAL REVENUES—ROAD MACHINERY FUND
(Excluding Inter -Fund) $ 3,643 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
INTERFUND REVENUES:
E-2822—Transfer from County Road Fund $ 379,607 $ 424,636 $ 455,415 $ 455,415
TOTAL REVENUES—ROAD MACHINERY FUND
(Including Inter -Fund) $ 383,250 $ 424,636 $ 455,415 $ 455,415
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LIBRARY REVENUES Actual Budget Budget 1978
1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
CULTURE AND RECREATION -LIBRARY:
L -2082 -Fines $ 20,547 $ 21,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000
L -2360 -Charges for Services 16,482 17,400 17,400 17,400
TOTAL -CULTURE AND RECREATION $ 37,029 $ 38,400 $ 37,400 $ 37,400
USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY Z
L -2401 -Interest $ 41 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 m
L -2410 -Rental of Real Property 13,051 13,100 13,000 13,000 3
TOTAL -USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY $ 13,092 $ 13,100 $ 13,000 $ 13,000 m
SALES OF PROPERTY & OTHER
COMPENSATION FOR LOSS: v
L -2650 -Sales of Scrap & Excess Materials $ 825 $ 800 $ 800 $ 800 o
L -2690 -Other Compensation for Loss 981 900 900 900 V
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TOTAL -SALES OF PROPERTY & OTHER
COMPENSATION FOR LOSS $ 1,806 $ 1,700 $ 1,700 $ 1,700
MISCELLANEOUS:
L -2755 -Endowment & Trust Fund Income $ 3,567 $ 3,500 $ 3,500 $ 3,500
L -2760 --Library System Grant 22,717 24,375 24,802 24,802
L -2770 --Other Unclassified Revenues 3,666 700 750 750
TOTAL -MISCELLANEOUS $ 29,950 $ 28,575 $ 29,052 $ 29,052
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1976 1977 Estimate Adopted
STATE AID:
L -3840 -State Aid for Libraries $ 25,134 $ 23,593 $ 36,482 $ 36,482
TOTAL -LIBRARY REVENUES (Excluding Inter -Fund) $ 107,011 $ 105,368 $ 117,634 $ 117,634
INTERFUND REVENUES:
L -2810 -Transfer from Fed. Rev. Sharing Fund $ 0 $ 0 $ 460,000 $ 460,000 o
L -2810 -Transfer from General Fund 410,665 432,098 22,266 22,266 0
TOTAL -LIBRARY REVENUES (Including Inter -Fund) $ 517,676 $ 537,466 $ 599,900 $ 599,900 3
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GRAND TOTAL -ESTIMATED REVENUES
OTHER THAN REAL ESTATE $27,633,701 $29,651,882 $34,002,909 $34,002,909
LESS: INTER -FUND ITEMS
General Fund Appropriations for: `cl
Airport $ 38,248 $ 18,321 $ 35,906 $ 35,906 V
County Road Fund 1,223,816 1,282,250 1,480,255 1,480,255
Library 410,665 432,098 22,266 22,266
Federal Revenue Sharing Fund Appropriations 0 0 460,000 460,000
Appropriations for Road Machinery Fund 379,607 424,636 455,415 455,415
TOTAL -INTER -FUND ITEMS $ 2,052,336 $ 2,157,305 $ 2,453,842 $ 2,453,842
GRAND TOTAL --ALL FUNDS (Excluding
Inter -Fund Items, etc.) $25,581,365 $27,494,577 $31,549,067 $31,549,067
LEGISLATION
1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
A -1010 -BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
.100 -Personal Services $ 55,999 $ 56,000 $ 72,000 $ 72,000 $ 72,000 $ 56,000
.300 -Supplies & Materials 8,450 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 5,180 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000
TOTAL -BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES69,629 70,000 86,000 86,000 86,000 70,000
A -1040 -CLERK OF BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
.100 -Personal Services 29,367 30,814 32,035 32,035 32,035 32,035 V
.200 -Equipment 0 0 136 136 136 136 7,o
.300 -Supplies & Materials .. 1,194 1,000 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 4
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 1,732 2,500 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 v
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TOTAL -CLERK OF BOARD OF
REPRESENTATIVES 32,293 34,314 36,371 36,371 36,371 36,371
TOTAL -LEGISLATION $ 101,922 $ 104,314 $ 122,371 $ 122,371 $ 122,371 $ 106,371
JUDICIAL
1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
A -1162 -UNIFIED COURT BUDGET COSTS
.400 -County Courts $ 271,278 $ 206,526 $ 179,460 $ 179,460 $ 179,460 $ 179,460
.410 -Supreme Court 141,898 125,670 118,655 118,655 118,655 118,655
TOTAL -UNIFIED COURT BUDGET
COSTS 413,176 332,196 298,115 298,115 298,115 298,115 Z
A -1165 -DISTRICT ATTORNEY <
.100 -Personal Services 77,110 84,95191,545 91,545 91,545 91,545 m
200 -Equipment 594 825 650 650 0 0 3
300 -Supplies & Materials 3,342 3,500 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 21,239 22,211 21,578 21,578 20,921 20,921
TOTAL-DISTICT ATTORNEY 102,285 111,487 117,773 117,773 116,466 116,466 v
A -1170 -LEGAL DEFENSE OF INDIGENTS `0
.110 -Administrator Contract 4,000 4,200 4,500 4,500 4,500 4,500 v
.120 -Fees of Attorneys 41,220 46,000 50,00050,000 69,000 69,000
300 -Supplies & Materials 100 100 200 200 200 200
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 3,125 3,5003,500 3,500 3,500 3,500
TOTAL -LEGAL DEFENSE OF
INDIGENTS 48,445 53,800 58,200 58,200 77,200 77,200
A -1180 -JUSTICES AND CONSTABLES
.110 -Justices and Constables Fees 465 350 500 500 500 500
TOTAL -JUSTICES AND CONSTABLES $ 465 $ 350 $ 500 $ 500 $ 500 $ 500
JUDICIAL
1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
A -1185 -MEDICAL EXAMINERS & CORONERS
.100 -Personal Services $ 10,942 $ 11,694 $ 24,324 $ 12,262 $ 12,262 $ 12,262 z
.200 -Equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials 162 200 0 0 0 0 m
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 1,737 1,000 6,075 1,725 1,725 1,725 0..
TOTAL -MEDICAL EXAMINERS &
CORONERS12,841 12,894 30,399 13,987 13,987 13,987 V
TOTAL -JUDICIAL 577,212 510,727 504,987 488,575 506,268 506,268 _.
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A -1230 -COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR v
.100 -Personal Services 76,856 82,434 84,790 84,790 84,790 84,790
.200 -Equipment 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
.300 -Supplies & Materials 1,964 1,500 1,850 1,850 1,850 1,850
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 5,172 4,500 5,400 5,400 5,400 5,400
TOTAL -COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $ 84,992
$ 89,434
$ 93,040 $ 93,040
$ 93,040
$ 93,040
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1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
A -1310 -DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
.100 -Personal Services $ 70,536 $ 79,566 $ 83,392 $ 83,392 $ 83,392 $ 83,392
.300 -Supplies & Materials 4,362 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 11,482 18,480 20,150 20,150 20,150 20,150 z
TOTAL -DIRECTOR OF FINANCE 86,380 105,546 111,042 111,042 111,042 111,042 <
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.100 -Personal Services 47,579 49,544 50,519 50,519 50,519 50,519
.200 -Equipment 130 498 0 0 0 0 v
.300 -Supplies & Materials 1,881 2,250 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 3,568 23,300 18,800 18,800 18,800 18,800 V
TOTAL -ADMINISTRATION 53,158 75,592 71,819 71,819 71,819 71,819 v
1356 -TAX MAP DIVISION
.100 -Personal Services 26,281 26,670 27,575 27,575 27,575 27,575
.200 -Equipment 0 350 2,900 0 0 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials 634 1,600 1,750 1,750 1,750 1,750
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 694 2,600 2,850 1,500 1,500 1,500
TOTAL -TAX MAP DIVISION $ 27,609 $ 31,220 $ 35,075 $ 30,825 $ 30,825 $ 30,825
Expended
1976
1977
Appropri-
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A -1355 -ASSESSMENT DEPARTMENT (continued)
1357 -FIELD DIVISION
.100 -Personal Services $ 61,600
.200 -Equipment 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials 36
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 2,306
TOTAL -FIELD DIVISION 63,942
1358 -ACCOUNTING DIVISION
.100 -Personal Services 22,987
.200 -Equipment 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials 3,350
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 14,926
63,669 $ 66,107
0 20,200
100 100
9,000 9,000
$ 66,107
100
100
9,000
$ 66,107
100
100
9,000
$ 66,107
100
100
9,000
72,769
24,006
1,691
12,000
37,150
95,407
25,478
500
12,000
62,000
75,307
25,478
170
6,000
45,035
75,307
25,478
170
6,000
45,035
75,307
25,478
170
6,000
45,035
TOTAL -ACCOUNTING DIVISION 41,263
TOTAL -ASSESSMENT DEPARTMENT 185,972
A -1362 -TAX ADVERTISING & EXPENSES 4,314
74,847
254,428
6,000
99,978
285,314
6,000
76,683
254,634
6,000
76,683
254,634
6,000
76,683
254,634
6,000
A -1364 -EXPENSES ON PROPERTY ACQUIRED
FOR TAXES $ 239 $ 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 $ 68,096 $ 70,580 $ 56,104 $ 56,104 $ 56,104 $ 56,104
.200 -Equipment 700 225 0 0 0 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials 2,509 2,500 3,218 3,218 3,218 3,218 Z
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 22,063 26,950 17,675 17,675 17,675 17,675 o
TOTAL -COUNTY CLERK 93,368 100,255 76,997 76,99776,997 76,997 3
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.100 -Personal Services 62,917 72,618 73,101 73,101 73,101 73,101
.200 -Equipment 200 0 475 475 475 475 V
.300 -Supplies & Materials 440 350 374 374 374 374
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 2,598 3,520 4,320 4,320 4,320 4,320 .o
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TOTAL -COUNTY CLERK (Except Courts) 159,523 176,743 155,267 155,267 155,267 155,267
A -1420 -COUNTY ATTORNEY -LAW
.100 -Personal Services 36,992 38,946 40,442 40,442 40,442 40,442
.300 -Supplies & Materials 634 325 325 325 325 325
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 250 1,025 1,025 1,025 L025 1,025
TOTAL -COUNTY ATTORNEY -LAW $ 37,876 $ 40,296 $ 41,792 $ 41,792 $ 41,792 $ 41,792
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A -1430 -PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION
.100 -Personal Services $ 59,284 $ 76,284 $ 77,503 $ 77,503 $ 77,503 $ 77,503
.200 -Equipment 2,909 800 795 795 500 500
.300 -Supplies & Materials 3,340 3,400 3,400 3,400 3,400 3,400
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 17,404 13,169 17,200 17,200 17,200 17,200
.410-P.E.R.B. 897 2,273 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
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A -1450 -BOARD OF ELECTIONS m
1450-ADMINISTRATION74
.100 -Personal Services 39,278 39,960 41,760 41,760 41,760 41,760
.200 -Equipment 220 102 1,023 1,023 1,023 1,023 �p
.300 -Supplies & Materials 206 300 500 500 300 300 V
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 2,213 6,400 5,500 5,500 5,500 5,500
TOTAL -ADMINISTRATION 41,917 46,762 48,783 48,783 48,583 48,583
1451 -ELECTIONS
.300 -Supplies & Materials 8,302 1,000 1,500 1,500 1,000 1,000
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 12,258 16,200 19,330 19,330 16,200 16,200
TOTAL -ELECTIONS 20,560 17,200 20,830 20,830 17,200 17,200
TOTAL -BOARD OF ELECTIONS $ 62,477 $ 63,962 $ 69,613 $ 69,613 $ 65,783 $ 65,783
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A -1490 -PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
.100 -Personal Services $ 27,493 $ 28,555 $ 28,880 $ 28,880 $ 28,880 $ 28,880
TOTAL -PUBLIC WORKS
ADMINISTRATION 27,493 28,555 28,880 28,880 28,880 28,880
A -1620 -BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
.100 -Personal Services 54,976 49,355 50,785 50,785 50,785 50,785
.300 -Supplies & Materials 2,526 3,500 4,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
.410 -Lights 23,201 25,000 30,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
.420 -Heat 19,566 23,000 35,000 23,000 23,000 23,000
.430 -Telephone 47,988 0 0 0 0 0
.440 -Water 1,423 2,000 3,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
.460 -Painting 668 2,000 2,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
.470 -Court & Jail Repairs 9,905 14,000 15,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
.475 -Centrex Service -Hospital 0 4,500 9,500 9,500 9,500 9,500
.480 -Repairs -County Grounds 234 300 300 300 300 300
TOTAL -BUILDINGS & GROUNDS $ 160,487 $ 123,655 $ 150,585 $ 125,585 $ 125,585 $ 125,585
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A -1640 -CENTRAL GARAGE
.300 -Supplies & Materials $ 7,162 $ 8,000 $ 8,000 $ 8,000 $ 8,000 $ 8,000
TOTAL -CENTRAL GARAGE 7,162 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000
A -1670 -CENTRAL PRINTING & MAILING
.100 -Personal Services 7,915 8,955 9,280 9,280 9,280 9,280 z
.200 -Equipment 0 0 150 0 0 0 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials -Central Supply 11,089 18,000 17,000 17,000 17,00017,000 m
.320 -Supplies & Materials -Print Room 17,047 19,000 19,000 19,000 19,000 19,000 3
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses -(Mail Room)733 1,100 1,150 1,150 1,150 1,150 m
.410 -Contractual & Other Expenses --(Print Room)1,223 1,400 1,800 1,800 1,800 1,800
TOTAL -CENTRAL PRINTING & V
MAILING 38,007 48,455 48,380 48,230 48,230 48,230 ,o
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A -1910 --Unallocated Insurance 8,143 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000
A -1920 -Municipal Association Dues 2,000 2,000 2,300 2,300 2,300 2,300
A -1930 -Judgements and Claims 792 10,000 10,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
A -1940 -Purchase of Land 0 5,000 0 0 0 0
A -1950 --Taxes and Assessments on County Property 3 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
A -1960 -Unpaid School Taxes 316,657 350,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000
A -1980 -Provision for Uncollected Taxes 73,000 150,000 0 0 0 0
A -1990 -Contingent Fund 0 251,914 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000
TOTAL -SPECIAL FUNDS $ 400,595 $ 785,914 $ 779,300 $ 774,300 $ 774,300 $ 774,300
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EDUCATION
A -2490 -Community College Tuition $ 49,414 $ 75,000 $ 60,000 $ 60,000 $ 60,000 $ 60,000
A -2495 -Joint Community College Tuition (TC -3) 471,473 481,807 522,198 522,198 522,198 522,198
A -2690 --Education of Handicapped Children 40,948 60,200 65,000 65,000 65,000 65,000
A -2981 -County Extension Service 208,396 228,500 249,556 249,556 244,500 244,500
TOTAL -EDUCATION 770,231 845,507 896,754 896,754 891,698 891,698
A -3110 -SHERIFF
.100 -Personal Services 393,893 414,102 456,436 456,436 445,978 445,978
.200 -Equipment 814 21,764 28,000 28,000 27,600 27,600
.300 -Supplies & Materials 52,212 55,000 60,350 60,350 60,350 60,350
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 22,491 28,410 28,735 28,735 28,735 28,735
.410 -Radio Service Contract 4,764 5,558 5,558 5,558 5,558 5,558
TOTAL-SHER1FF 474,174 524,834 579,079 579,079 568,221 568,221
A -3140 -PROBATION
.100 -Personal Services 179,576 200,107 202,272 202,272 180,638 180,638
.200 -Equipment 1,163 593 3,800 3,800 0 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials 4.600 5,700 2,214 2,214 2,214 2,214
4- Contractual & Other Expenses 17,145 19,320 15,953 15,953 15,953 15,953
TOTAL -PROBATION $ 202,484 $ 225,720 $ 224,239 $ 224,239 $ 198,805 $ 198,805
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A -3150 -JAIL
.100 -Personal Services $ 67,435 $ 72,151 $ 73,630 $ 73,630 $ 73,360 $ 73,630
.200 -Equipment 0 2,875 1,000 1,000 0 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials 27,744 28,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 8,480 7,000 10,200 10,200 9,000 9,000
.410 -Elevator Contract 1,735 1,800 1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900 Z
TOTAL -JAIL 105,394 111,826 116,730 116,730 114,530 114,530 <
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.100 -Personal Services 56,597 65,153 69,428 69,428 69,428 69,428 m
.200 -Equipment 23,254 26,032 49,840 49,840 21,475 21,475
.210 -Vol. Radio Program 0 200 500 500 200 200 v
.300 -Supplies & Materials 5,379 8,725 7,788 7,788 7,788 7,788 _,
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 17,274 18,822 21,121 21,121 21,121 21,121V ,o
TOTAL -FIRE AND DISASTER v
COORDINATOR 102,504 118,932 - 148,677 148,677 120,012 120,012
A -3510 -CONTROL OF ANIMALS 27,053 35,305 40,904 40,904 37,000 37,000
A -3630 -COUNTY SEALER
.100 -Personal Services 9,754 10,418 11,091 11,091 11,091 11,091
.200 -Equipment 935 552 975 400 400 400
.300 -Supplies & Materials 10 225 390 390 390 390
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 9531,125 1,505 1,300 1,300 1,300
TOTAL -COUNTY SEALER $ 11,652 $ 12,320 $ 13,961 $ 13,181
$ 13,181 $ 13,181
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A -4010 -PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
.100 -Personal Services $ 377,478 $ 422,139 $ 466,735 $ 466,735 $ 440,727 $ 440,727
.110 -Fees -Other Services 53,020 66,975 56,500 56,500 46,500 46,500
.200 -Equipment 1,470 9,970 19,500 19,500 16,300 16,300
.300 -Supplies & Materials 36,596 25,400 26,600 26,600 26,600 26,600
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 42,396 69,045 74,550 74,550 74,550 74,550
.810 -Retirement 45,543 55,578 55,578 55,578 59,050 59,050
.830 -Social Security 21,027 23,937 26,601 26,601 25,322 25,322
.840 -Workmen's Compensation 2,076 2,500 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
.860 -Health Insurance 10,571 11,800 11,516 11,516 12,000 12,000
.870 -Unemployment Insurance 0 0 4,667 4,667 4,349 4,349
TOTAL -PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT 590,177 687,344 745,247 745,247 708,398 708,398
A -4011 -CONTRACT SERVICES MEDICAL
ASSISTANCE 3,675 0 0 0 0 0
A -4012 -HOME CARE (Medicaid, Medicare) 104,730 120,000 150,000 150,000 147,200 147,200
A -4042 -RABIES CONTROL (Dogs) 2,166 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000
A -4046 -PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED CHILDREN49,162 50,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000
A -4048 -ADULT POLIO 617 500 500 500 500 500
A -4070 -TUBERCULOSIS CARE & TREATMENT 2,076 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
TOTAL 158,751 177,500 197,500 197,500 194,700 194,700
TOTAL -PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT $ 752,603 $ 864,844 $ 942,747 $ 942,747 $ 903,098 $ 903,098
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A-4080—COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH PLANNING
.100—Personal Services $ 3,121 $ 7,332 $ 9,018 $ 9,018 $ 9,018 $ 9,018 z
.200—Equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
.300—Supplies & Materials 815 1,800 0 0 00 m
.400—Contractual & Other Expenses 15,855 21,474 19,555 19,555 19,555 19,555 3
.810—Retirement 0 0 400 400 400 400 m
.830—Social Security 0 0 546 546 546 546. '
.840—Workmen's Compensation 0 0 100 100 100 100 V
.860—Health Insurance 0 0 275 275 275 275
.870—Unemployment Insurance 0 0 90 90 90 90 Vo
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PLANNING 19,791 30,606 29,984 29,984 29,984 29,984
A-4220—NARCOTIC ADDICTION CONTROL
YOUTHFUL DRUG ABUSE 66,380 396,160 375,157 375,157 355,783 355,783
A-4250—ALCOHOLIC ADDICTION CONTROL $ 13,496 $ 22,877 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
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A -4310 -MENTAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
.100 -Personal Services $ 274,010 $ 332,632 $ 358,980 $ 358,980 $ 342,499 $ 342,499
.200 -Equipment 826 2,265 14,084 14,084 9,034 9,034
.300 -Supplies & Materials 4,846 7,700 9,300 9,300 7,700 7,700
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 69,674 86,912 84,269 84,269 83,000 83,000
.410 -Certification -Medical Indigent 70 200 200 200 200 200
.420 -Psychiatric Exams 1,105 2,500 1,300 1,300 1,300 1,300
810 -Retirement 27,426 33,907 33,907 33,907 30700 30,700
830 -Social Security 14,391 15,514 18,957 18,957 17,,975 17,975 Z
.840 -Compensation Insurance 1,548 1,8352,200 2,200 2,200 2,200 0
.860 -Health Insurance 7,204 8,300 8,414 8,414 7,200 7,200
870 -Unemployment Insurance 0 0 3,590 3,590 3,425 3,425 -
TOTAL -MENTAL HEALTH
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A -4322 -CONTRACTED MENTAL HEALTH `
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410 -Special Children's Center99,326 125,853 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 v
.420 -Mental Health Association 17,455 18,300 18,068 18,068 18,068 18,068
.430 -Family & Children's Service 13,001 28,935 25,974 25,974 25,974 25,974
440 -Alcoholic Council 31,860 33,795 55,331 55,331 52,856 52,856
450 -Challenge -ARC Workshop 285,800 310,955 293,627 293,627 293,627 293,627
.460 -Day Camp Youth 7,057 8,946 9,732 9,732 9,732 9,732
470 -Suicide Prevention 15,152 15,884 18,955 18,955 18,955 18,955
TOTAL -CONTRACTED MENTAL
SERVICES 469,651 542,668 551,687 551,687 549,212 549,212
A -4390 -PSYCHIATRIC EXPENSE 24,999 25,000 44,000 44,000 44,000 44,000
TOTAL -MENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT $ 895,750 $ 1,059,433 $ 1,130,888 $ 1,130,888 $ 1,098,445 $ 1,098,445
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A -6010 -SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
.100 -Personal Services $ 942,162 $ 1,005,561 $ 1,117,608 $ 1,117,608 $ 1,117,608 $ 1,117,608
.200 -Equipment 1,532 3,941 16,800 16,800 16,800 16,800
.300 -Supplies & Materials 58,278 30,000 32,700 32,700 32,700 32,700
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 163,035 197,300 199,000 199,000 199,000 199,000
.500 -Staff Development Volunteer Service 1,402 1,000 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
.810 -Retirement 124,866 145,606 145,461 145,461 162,300 162,300 Z
.830 -Social Security 64,876 69,900 69,000 69,000 69,000 69,000 F.
.840 -Compensation Insurance 7,735 8,500 8,950 8,950 8,9508,950 3
.860 -Health Insurance 38,657 42,800 45,000 45,000 43,800 43,800 ;3-
.870 -Unemployment Insurance 0 0 15,880 15,880 15,880 15,880
TOTAL -SOCIAL SERVICES
ADMINISTRATION 1,402,543 1,523,380 1,652,899 1,652,899 1,668,538 1,668,538 v
A -6030 -PUBLIC HOME v
.100 -Personal Services 141,258 163,342 165,993 165,993 165,993 165,993 V
.200 -Equipment 723 1,200 2,450 2,450 2,450 2,450
.300 -Supplies & Materials 53,136 65,000 65,000 65,000 55,000 55,000
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 14,468 31,200 26,000 26,000 26,000 26,000
TOTAL -PUBLIC HOME 209,585 260,742 259,443 259,443 249,443 249,443
A -6070 -PURCHASES OF SERVICES -RECIPIENTS
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses - .. 235,463 240,000 247,000 247,000 247,000 247,000
TOTAL -PURCHASES OF SERVICES -
RECIPIENTS $ 235,463 $ 240,000 $ 247,000 $ 247,000 $ 247,000 $ 247,000
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A -6090 -FARM
.100 -Personal Services $ 24,119 $ 31,590 $ 33,889 $ 33,889 $ 33,889 $ 33,889
.200 -Equipment 3,822 800 5,581 5,581 5,000 5,000
.300 -Supplies & Materials 23,899 21,924 25,212 25,212 25,212 25,212 Z
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 4,655 11,270 12,960 12,960 6,960 6,960 <
TOTAL -FARM 56,495 65,584 77,642 77,642 71,061 71,061 3
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A -6101 -MEDICAL ASSISTANCE 4,487,198 4,600,000 4,675,000 4,675,000 4,675,000 4,675,000
A -6103 -AID TO AGED, BLIND & DISABLED 122,040 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 V
A -6109 -AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN 2,932,754 3,000,000 3,100,000 3,100,000 3,100,000 3,100,000
A -6119 -CHILD CARE 209,637 220,000 240,000 240,000 240,000 240,000 v
A -6123 -JUVENILE DELINQUENT CARE 242,948 310,000 210,000 210,000 210,000 210,000 V
A -6129 -STATE TRAINING SCHOOLS 74,027 75,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
A -6140 -HOME RELIEF 1,103,571 1,200,000 1,025,000 1,025,000 1,025,000 1,025,000
A -6142 -EMERGENCY AID TO ADULTS 4,091 5,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000
A -6148 -BURIALS 15,378 20,000 17,000 17,000 17,000 17,000
TOTAL -SOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAMS 9,191,644 9,560,000 9,455,000 9,455,000 9,455,000 9,455,000
TOTAL -SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT $11,095,730 $11,649,706 $11,691,984 $11,691,984 $11,691,042 $11,691,042
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A-6210-CETA TITLE I
.100 -Personal Services $ 3,498 $ 1,864 $ 3,003 $ 3,003 $ 3,003 $ 3,003
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 371,356 320,234 303,212 303,212 303,212 303,212
TOTAL-CETA TITLE I 374,854 322,098 306,315 306,215 306,215 306,215
A-6220-CETA TITLE II
.100 -Personal Services 152,483 108,871 240,291 240,291 240,291 240,291
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 11,650 13,328 35,345 35,345 35,345 35,345 z
TOTAL-CETA TITLE II 164,133 122,199 275,636 275,636 275,636 275,636 <
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.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 115,799 151,776 0 0 0 0
TOTAL-CETA TITLE III 115,799 151,776 ' 0 0 0 0
A-6260-CETA TITLE VI
.100 -Personal Services 144,953 61,277 117,791 117,791 117,791 117,791 v
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 223,102 801,408 1,175,660 1,175,660 1,175,660 1,175,660 v
TOTAL- CETA TITLE VI 368,055 862,685 1,293,451 1,293,451 1,293,451 1,293,451
TOTAL-CETA 1,022,841 1,458,758 1,875,302 1,875,302 1,875,302 1,875,302
A -6326 -ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
CORPORATION 5,839 6,370 9,493 9,493 9,493 9,493
A -6380 -FEDERAL AID EMERGENCY
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM 23,442 3,600 0 0 0 0
A -6381 -PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYMENT -
ANTI -RECESSION $ 0 $ 56,356 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
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A -6410 -PUBLICITY
.400 -Finger Lakes Association $ 6,000 $ 6,000 $ 9,099 $ 9,000 $ 9,000 $ 9,000
.410 -Chamber of Commerce 6,000 6,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000
.420 -Ithaca Fall Festival 0 1,000 0 0 0 0
TOTAL -PUBLICITY 12,000 13,000 17,099 17,000 17,000 17,000
A -6510 -VETERANS' SERVICE AGENCY 2,484 0 0 0 0 0 0
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A -7020 -YOUTH BUREAU
.100 -Personal Services 0 7,680 21,694 21,694 21,694 21,694
.200 -Equipment 0 0 300 300 300 300 co
.300 -Supplies & Materials 0 0 800 800 800 800
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 0 0 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 -
TOTAL -YOUTH BUREAU 0 7,680 25,794 25,794 25,794 25,794 �o
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.420 -Learning Web 0 18,500 19,900 19,900 19,900 19,900
.430 -Big Brother/Big Sister 14,668 15,100 18,000 18,000 18,000 18,000
.440 -Interim Families 2,881 10,613 11,719 11,719 11,719 11,719
.460 -Mainline .. 10,200 15,000 19,200 19,200 19,200 19,200
.470-4-H (Hancock) 4,731 5,793 7,935 7,935 7,935 7,935
.480-4-H (Outdoor Recreation) 4,225 6,867 7,855 7,855 7,855 7,855
.490-4-H (Youth Enterprise) 0 0 9,616 9,616 9,616 9,616
TOTAL -JOINT YOUTH PROGRAM 36,705 71,873 94,225 94,225 94,225 94,225
A -7130 -FEDERAL RECREATION PROGRAM $ 2,091 $ 2,158 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
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A -7410 -LIBRARY
.400 -FINGER LAKES LIBRARY ASSOC. $ 5,570 $ 5,570 $ 8,020 $ 5,970 $ 5,970 $ 5,970
.410 -LIBRARIES IN TOWNS OF DRYDEN,
GROTON, NEWFIELD, ULYSSES 3,000 3,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000
TOTAL -LIBRARY 8,570 8,570 12,020 9,970 9,970 9,970
A -7510 -HISTORICAL SERVICES
.400 -Contractual er & Other Expenses
35,000 35,228 36,111 35,000 35,000 35,000
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A -7550 -CELEBRATIONS 3
.410 -Veterans' Day 4001,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 fir
.411 -Veterans' Monument 1,953 0 0 0 0 0
.420 -Bicentennial 5,000 0 0 0 0 0 V
.430 -Firemen 0 0 3,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
TOTAL -CELEBRATIONS 7,353 1,200 4,200 3,200 3,200 3,200 V
A -7610 -OFFICE FOR THE AGING
.100 -Personal Services 26,536 28,363 39,925 39,925 30,709 30,709
.200 -Equipment 207 130 895 895 395 395
.300 -Supplies & Materials 3,605 4,400 7,600 7,600 7,600 7,600
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 20,838 30,583 100,975 100,975 100,975 100,975
.810 -Retirement 0 1,772 5,930 5,930 2,950 2,950
.830 -Social Security 0 1,560 2,376 2,376 1,858 1,858
.840 -Workmen's Compensation 0 50 63 63 63 63
.860 -Health Insurance 0 260 1,452 1,452 275 275
.870 -Unemployment Insurance 0 0 400 400 307 307
TOTAL -OFFICE FOR THE AGING $ 51,186 $ 67,118 $ 159,616 $ 159,616 $ 145,132 $ 145,132
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1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
A -7612 -OFFICE FOR THE AGING -
RSVP PROGRAM $ 0 $ 2,440 $ 3,097 $ 3,097 $ 3,097 $ 3,097
A -7615 -NUTRITION FOR THE ELDERLY
PROGRAM 7,709 13,419 13,419 13,419 13,419 13,419
A -7620 -ADULT RECREATION 10,000 10,500 10,500 10,500 10,500 10,500 z
A -8020 -PLANNING DEPARTMENT 0
.100 -Personal Services 98,512 103,301 107,634 107,634 107,634 107,634 m
.200 -Equipment 0 0 820 820 470 470 3
.300 -Supplies & Materials 4,800 4,700 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 m
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 5,257 6,000 6,300 6,300 6,300 6,300 '
.410 -Forestry 654 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 4
TOTAL -PLANNING DEPARTMENT 109,223 115,501 121,254 121,254 120,904 120,904 74;
A -8025 -JOINT PLANNING BOARD 1,900 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 V
A -8031 -RESEARCH -COUNTY SEWER
AGENCY -SEWER 0 0 38,450 38,450 38,450 38,450
A -8040 -HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
.100 -Personal Services 4,215 4,474 9,018 9,018 9,018 4,509
.200 -Equipment 33 0 100 100 0 0
.300 -Supplies & Materials 249 240 280 280 240 240
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 1,883 3,013 3,863 3,863 3,013 3,013
TOTAL -HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION.. $
6,380 $
7,727 $ 13,261 $ 13,261 $ 7,762 $ 7,762
Expended
1976
1977
Appropri-
ations
1978
Depart-
mental
Request
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Budget
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Adopted
1978
A -8160 -SANITARY LANDFILL
.100 -Personal Services $ 30,687
.200 -Equipment 79,992
.300 -Supplies & Materials 10,636
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 149,129
$ 33,635
0
15,000
159,120
$ 35,055
80,000
6,850
159,490
$ 35,055
72,163
6,850
155,000
$ 35,055
72,163
6,850
155,000
$ 35,055 p
72,163 c
6,850 3
155,000 m
TOTAL -SANITARY LANDFILL 270,444
NATURAL RESOURCES
A -8720 -FISH AND GAME (Sportsmen's Club)
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 850
A -8730 -CONSERVATION
.400 -Soil Conservation District 5,000
A -8750 -AGRICULTURE & LIVESTOCK
(Bangs and Bovine Tuberculosis)
.400 -Contractual & Other (Secretary PT) $
207,755
281,395
269,068
269,068
0 2,945 1,500 1,500
5,000 5,500 5,500 5,500
269,068
1,500 V
5,500
1,463 $ 1,515 $ 1,515 $ 1,515 $ 1,515 $ 1,515
00
1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
A -9010 -STATE RETIREMENT $ 244,184 $ 277,300 $ 283,600 $ 283,600 $ 283,600 $ 283,600
A -9030 -SOCIAL SECURITY 103,213 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000
A -9040 -WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION 17,462 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 z
A -9060 -HOSPITAL & MEDICAL INSURANCE 67,674 72,400 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 0
A -9070 -UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE 0 0 18,700 18,700 18,700 18,700 m
TOTAL -EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 432,533 494,700 517,300 517,300 517,300517,300 0-
m
INTERFUND TRANSFERS:
A -9512 -PUBLIC LIBRARY FUND 410,665 432,098 492,295 482,266 22,266 22,266 V
A -9514 -AIRPORT ENTERPRISE FUND 38,248 18,321 90,451 48,262 35,906 35,906
A -9522 -COUNTY ROAD FUND 1,223,816 1,282,250 1,499,335 1,474,086 1,480,255 1,480,255 V
DEBT SERVICE: V
A -9710.61 -SERIAL BONDS -Community College 0 85,000 85,000 85,000 85,000 85,000
-Hospital 0 15,000 815,000 815,000 815,000 815,000
A -9710.71 -INT. ON SERIAL BONDS -Comm. College0 30,105 25,515 25,515 25,515 25,515
A -9730.72 -INT. ON SERIAL BONDS -Hospital 0 0 1,274,985 1,274,985 1,274,985 1,274,985
TOTAL -DEBT SERVICE 0 130,105 2,200,500 2,200,500 2,200,500 2,200,500
GRAND TOTAL -GENERAL FUND $20,281,469 $22,796,767 $26,224,150 $26,050,629 $25,409,152 $25,393,152
ENTERPRISE FUNDS
1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
C -4510 -HOSPITAL FUND
.100 -Personal Services $ 5,066,867 $ 5,394,655 $ 5,957,962 $ 5,736,613 $ 5,736,613 $ 5,736,613
.200 -Equipment 96,454 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 z
.300 --Supplies & Materials 1,454,875 1,911,675 1,862,964 1,862,964 1,862,964 1,862,964 0
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 2,483,345 2,825,550 3,321,820 3,221,820 3,221,820 3,221,820 m
TOTAL -HOSPITAL FUND 9,101,541 10,261,880 11,272,746 10,951,397 10,951,397 10,951,397
1
B -5610 -AIRPORT FUND
.100 -Personal Services 59,146 56,940 80,172 62,334 62,334 62,334 1
.200 -Equipment 695 6,800 33,090 18,539 18,539 18,539
.300 -Supplies & Materials 18,993 10,110 13,925 13,925 13,925 13,925 `0
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 58,778 52,385 73,290 63,490 63,490 63,490 v
.810 -Retirement 4,791 6,469 6,469 6,469 7,739 7,739
.830 -Social Security 3,560 3,300 3,300 3,300 3,771 3,771
.840 -Compensation Insurance 1,062 1,100 1,133 1,133 1,133 1,133
.860 -Health Insurance 1,600 1,760 1,760 1,760 1,760 1,760
.870 -Unemployment Insurance 0 0 623 623 623 623
TOTAL -AIRPORT FUND $ 148,625 $ 138,864 $ 213,762 $ 171,573 $ 173,314 $ 173,314
COUNTY ROAD FUND
Expended
1976
1977
Appropri-
ations
1978
Depart-
mental
Request
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Budget
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Adopted
1978
D -3310 -TRAFFIC CONTROL
.100 -Personal Services
.300 -Supplies & Materials
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
TOTAL -TRAFFIC CONTROL
$ 18,020
22,213
8,835
$ 19,817
22,000
12,000
$ 20,467
10,000
10,000
$ 20,467
26,000
10,000
$ 20,467
26,000
10,000
$ 20,467
26,000
10,000
D -5010 -ADMINISTRATION
.100 -Personal Services
.200 -Equipment
.300 -Supplies & Materials
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
TOTAL -ADMINISTRATION
D -5110 -MAINTENANCE -ROADS & BRIDGES
.100 -Personal Services
.300 -Supplies & Materials
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
.410 -Contracts -County Bridges
.810 -Retirement.
.830 -Social Security
.840 -Compensation Insurance
.860 -Health Insurance
.870 -Unemployment Insurance
TOTAL -MAINTENANCE -ROADS &
BRIDGES
49,068
32,738
0
1,394
562
53,817
31,994
0
1,100
1,300
56,467
35,582
1,050
1,100
1,300
56,467
35,582
535
1,100
1,300
56,467
35,582
170
1,100
1,300
56,467
U
0
Z
0
35,582
170 3
1,100 m
1,300
34,694
411,702
537,207
368,780
194,460
71,101
29,262
24,151
20,353
0
34,394
457,152
500,000
407,636
125,000
75,219
31,000
24,000
22,000
0
39,032
458,352
532,000
469,215
125,000
76,000
33,675
29,000
22,000
5,594
38,517
458,352
532,000
445,415
125,000
81,600
33,675
29,000
22,000
5,594
38,152
458,352
.532,000
445,415
125,000
81,600
33,675
29,000
22,000
5,594
38,152 51
458,352
532,000
445,415
125,000
81,600
33,675
29,000
22,000
5,594
$ 1,657,016 $ 1,642,007 $ 1,750,836 $ 1,732,636 $ 1,732,636 $ 1,732,636
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1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
COUNTY ROAD FUND (continued) Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Requestdation dation 1978
D -5142 -SNOW REMOVAL -COUNTY Z
0
.100 -Personal Services $ 32,958 $ 30,000 $ 30,000 $ 30,000 $ 30,000 $ 30,000 41
.300 -Supplies & Materials 64,713 45,000 55,000 55,000 55,000 55,000 3
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 193,716 150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 m
TOTAL -SNOW REMOVAL -COUNTY 291,387 225,000 285,000 285,000 285,000 285,000
D -5144 -SNOW REMOVAL -STATE _V p,
.100 -Personal Services 7,893 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 .
.300 -Supplies & Materials 29,963 30,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 V
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses 34,693 55,000 55,000 55,000 55,000 55,000
TOTAL -SNOW REMOVAL -STATE 72,549 100,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000
TOTAL -COUNTY ROAD FUND $ 2,104,714 $ 2,055,218 $ 2,241,335 $ 2,222,620 $ 2,222,255 $ 2,222,255
ROAD MACHINERY FUND
Expended
1976
1977
Appropri-
ations
1978
Depart-
mental
Request
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Budget
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Adopted
1978
E -5130 -HIGHWAY MACHINERY
.100 -Personal Services
.200 -Equipment
.300 -Supplies & Materials
.400 -Contractual & Other Expenses
.810 -Retirement
.830 -Social Security
.840 -Compensation Insurance
.860 -Health Insurance
.870 -Unemployment Insurance
TOTAL -HIGHWAY MACHINERY
TOTAL -HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
$ 79,592
173,690
109,346
72,504
9,767
4,748
2,272
3,365
0
$ 87,367
119,000
120,000
80,000
12,229
5,000
2,200
3,860
0
$ 93,895
151,000
147,000
64,500
10,300
5,680
2,300
3,600
940
$ 93,895
130,000
147,000
64,500
7,500
5,680
2,300
3,600
940
$ 93,895
130,000
147,000
64,500
7,500
5,680
2,300
3,600
940
$ 93,895
130,000
147,000
64,500
7,500
5,680
2,3u0
3,600
940
455,284 429,656 479,215 455,415 455,415 455,415
$ 2,559,998 $ 2,484,874 $ 2,720,550 $ 2,678,035 $ 2,677,670 $ 2,677,670
Z
0
m
3
V
PUBLIC LIBRARY FUND
Expended
1976
1977
Appropri-
ations
1978
Depart-
mental
Request
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Budget
Committee
Recommen-
dation
Adopted
1978
L-7410—COUNTY LIBRARY
.100—Personal Services
.200—Equipment
.300—Supplies & Materials
.400—Contractual & Other Expenses
.810—Retirement
.830—Social Security
.840—Compensation Insurance
.860—Health Insurance
TOTAL—COUNTY LIBRARY
$ 324,555
16,177
52,901
61,408
42,414
19,838
1,221
8,237
$ 349,764 $
2,223
57,567
75,735
42,341
21,300
1,300
9,000
381,837 $
1,840
60,709
88,723
42,920
22,700
2,200
9,000
0 $
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 $
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
$ 526,751 $ 559,230 $ 609,929 $ 599,900 $ 599,900 $ 599,900
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FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING FUND:
1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
F -2980,010 -Day Care & Child Development $ 4,500 $ 4,500 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
.050 -Drop-in Center 0 0 2,500 0 0 0
F-2981 -County Extension Service 9,000 0 3,500 0 0 0
F -4250.010 -Salvation Army 0 0 25,000 6,250 6,250 6,250
F -4322,430 -Family & Children's Service 0 0 8,000 0 0 0 Z
.440 -Alcoholism Council 0 0 5,252 4,014 4,014 4,014
450 -Challenge Industry 1,634 16,095 0 0 0 0 3
.470 -Suicide Prevention 0 0 2,430 0 0 0
F-5610 -Tompkins County Airport 0 0 70,000 70,00070,000 70,000
F-6326 -Tompkins County E.O.C. 0 44,520 43,702 0 0 10,926
F-7011 -Strand Theatre 0 0 65,000 0 0 0 v
F-7410 -Tompkins County Library -Lighting 0 35,619 0 0 0 0-
F-9550 -Old Courthouse Renovations 62,792 0 0 0 0 0
- Dryden Senior Citizens 012,000 0 0 0 0 v
- Groton Village Housing Authority 6,350 0 0 0 0 0
- TC3 Bond Anticipation Notes 148,616 0 0 0 0 0
Appropriation of Federal Revenue Sharing
Funds to reduce taxes allocated to:
INTERFUND TRANSFER:
F -9512 -PUBLIC LIBRARY FUND 0 0 460,000 460,000 460,000 460,000
TOTAL -FEDERAL REVENUE
SHARING FUND $ 232,892 $ 112,734 $ 685,384 $ 540,264 $ 540,264 $ 551,190
1978 Budget
1977 Depart- Committee Committee
Expended Appropri- mental Recommen- Recommen- Adopted
1976 ations Request dation dation 1978
GRAND TOTAL—ALL APPROPRIATIONS—
ALL FUNDS $32,618,384 $36,241,615 $41,726,521 $40,991,798 $40,351,697 $40,346,623
LESS: INTER -FUND ITEMS:
General Fund Appropriations for:
Airport 38,248 18,321 90,451 46,885 35,906 35,906
County Road Fund 1,223,816 1,282,250 1,499,335 1,480,620 1,480,255 1,480,255
Library 410,665 432,098 32,295 22,266 22,266 22,266
Federal Revenue Sharing for Library 0 0 460,000 460,000 460,000 460,000
Federal Revenue Sharing—Alcoholism Council 0 0 5,252 4,014 4,014 4,014
Appropriations for Road Machinery 455,284 429,656 479,215 455,415 455,415 455,415
TOTAL—INTER-FUND ITEMS 2,128,013 2,162,325 2,566,548 2,469,200 2,457,856 2,457,856
GRAND TOTAL—ALL FUNDS
(Excluding Inter -Fund Items, etc.) $30,490,371 $34,079,290 $39,159,973 $38,522,598 $37,893,841 $37,888,767
FORM I
ESTIMATED FUND BALANCE AT END OF
PRESENT FISCAL YEAR
1977
Federal County Road
General Revenue Road Machinery
Fund Sharing Fund Airport Fund Fund Hospital Airport
ESTIMATED FUND BALANCE AT
END OF PRESENT FISCAL YEAR
AFTER DEDUCTING ESTIMATED
TO REDUCE TAX LEVY $4,000,000 $1,175,000 $ 0 $ 0 $8,000 $5,000 $5,000
ESTIMATED FUND BALANCE
APPROPRIATED BY BOARD
ENCUMBRANCES $ 700,000 $ 460,000 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
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Appendix 1
STATEMENT OF RESERVE FUNDS AS OF
NOVEMBER 10, 1977
CAPTAL RESERVE FUND FOR HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
(General Municipal Law, Sec. 6-C)
REPAIR RESERVE FUND
(General Municipal Law, Sec. 6-D)
NONE
258 November 17, 1977
STATEMENT OF DEBT AS OF
NOVEMBER 10, 1977
Purpose
Date of
Issue Rate Amount
BONDS OUTSTANDING
—Hospital 10/15/76 5.4-5.7% $23,385,000
—Community College 10/15/76 5.4% 515,000
NOTES OUTSTANDING
—Hospital 7/15/77 3.80% 323,000
November 17, 1977 259
RESOLUTION NO. 287—APPROPRIATION FOR CONDUCT OF COUNTY
GOVERNMENT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Robey. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused—
Representative Holden -1. Absent—Representative Benson -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, this board by Resolution No. 286 dated November 17, 1977, has
adopted a budget for the conduct of county government for the fiscal year 1978,
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, 1978.
RESOLUTION NO. 288—TAX LEVY
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Robey. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused—
Representative Holden -1. Absent—Representative Benson -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the sum of $2,992,678.30 including Federal Revenue Shar-
ing Appropriations required to meet the expenses and cost of county government
in Tompkins County for the fiscal year 1978 as set forth in the budget be assessed
against, levied upon, and collected from the taxable property of the nine towns
and the city liable therefor.
By unanimous vote, the board waived the rules that require the following
resolution be put on the table. It was moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mr. Web-
ster to lift from the table. Adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 289—REPORT OF BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION
COMMITTEE FOR APPORTIONMENT OF
GENERAL AND HIGHWAY LEVIES
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Robey. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused—
Representative Holden -1. Absent—Representative Benson -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the report of the Budget and Administration 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
1977.
RESOLUTION NO. 290—ADOPTION OF APPORTIONMENT OF TAXES
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Ayes -13. Noes—O. Excused—
Representative Holden -1. Absent—Representative Benson -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the report of the Budget and Administration Committee 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 1978 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. 291—TOWN BUDGETS -1978
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. 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 and Administration Committee that there be levied
260 November 28, 1977
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,
RESOLVED, further, That said summaries of the budgets of the several
towns of the County of Tompkins and the City of Ithaca be printed in the 1977
proceedings of the Board of Representatives.
SEE BUDGETS IN REPORTS IN BACK OF PROCEEDINGS.
RESOLUTION NO. 292—PRINTING OF TAX RATES
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That after the tax rates are ascertained for the various towns
and the City of Ithaca and the Clerk shall print such rates in the Proceedings of
the Board following the budgets of the several towns and city.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 11:03 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING
NOVEMBER 28, 1977
AREA PLAN—OFFICE FOR AGING
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 9:30 a.m.
The Chairman read the notice of public hearing as it appeared in the official
newspapers.
Mrs. Sylvia Wahl, Office for Aging Advisory Committee spoke about the plan
and recommended its approval.
Mr. Elmer Blomgren, Office for the Aging Advisory Committee, said he is
impressed with the program and urged adoption of the Area Plan for 1978.
Mrs. Dorothy Spencer, Director, Senior Citizens' Council, said they work
closely with the Office for Aging. She supports them in their application for fund-
ing of this plan.
Mr. Ray noted the original list of objectives started out higher. Ms. Susan
Clarke, Director of the Office for Aging, explained she was informed that the
Office for Aging would have $20,000 less than anticipated in federal funding.
Chairman MacNeil said Mr. Gibbs called to express his approval and hopes
the Board will adopt the plan.
Mr. Watros asked about the proposed Day Care Program.
Ms. Clark explained there are greater numbers of elderly people who need
physical assistance and medical rehabilitation services and to set up a day care
office along those lines is a complex issue which would have to follow Department
of Health regulations. They are hoping to try and promote localized supervised
activity center around the county. There are a number of people who are physi-
cally healthy but who are confused and are in need of supervision. They hope to
set up a small site for social day care at an appropriate facility.
Chairman MacNeil said the resolution to adopt the Area Plan will be pre-
sented at the December 12th Board meeting.
The Public Hearing was closed at 9:55 a.m.
November 28, 1977 261
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 28, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: 13. Excused—Representatives Robey and Haight -2.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The minutes of the November 14, 1977 meeting were approved.
The minutes of the November 17, 1977 public hearing on,the 1978 Budget and
Adjourned meeting were not acted upon and will be at the December 12th meeting.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Committee on Public Access to Records sent amendments to the Freedom of
Information Law; Southern Tier East Regional Planning and Development Board
resolution accepting regional boundary; William Redmond of Economic Develop-
ment Board acknowledging information for inclusion in the Economic Action Bond
Program; Executed agreement for sale of trees County of Tompkins and Charles
Hitchcock; Department of Audit and Control memo for alternative method of col-
lecting delinquent village taxes; John W. Cowper Co., Inc. minutes of weekly
progress meeting of November 11, progress meeting of November 15, coordination
meeting; summary of proposed Economic Advisory Board Study Committee for
November 16; PSC Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment re
Cayuga Station hearings; letters from Ms. A. Michael, Rev. David Talbot, Marie
W. Layer—EFNEP Program Leader, supporting EOC Outreach and packet of
letter and materials from EOC for Outreach Program; copy of Meadow House
Program Description from Director Paul Gibbons; memo of Department of Labor
re appointment of Virgil Hodges as Director of Manpower Planning Secretariat;
letter from Outreach staff to Chairman MacNeil requesting an opportunity to
make a presentation to appropriate committee or to the full board; Airport
monthly activity report; executed copy of Tompkins County Airport Amendment
No. 1—Grant Agreement Project No. 6-36-0047-05; copy of article by Roger Yon -
kin submitted to Ithaca Journal on November 18 entitled "The Lehigh Valley Rail-
road—What is Happening?" sent to us by EMC; EOC sent copy of a petition from
Groton urging continuance of EOC Outreach; Department of Labor memo re
Youth Employment and Training Program Plan Review; President of SPCA
brought in an Article from Binghamton Press about SPCA and Animal Control
and information sheet from the Tompkins County SPCA; designation of Restricted
Highway F. A. Project RPS -000S(63) & I -000S(3) from Joseph M. Powers, De-
partment of Transportation; News from TC3—Governor Hugh L. Carey has ap-
pointed Helen M. Amdur to replace Manley Thaler on the TC3 Board of Trustees
for a nine-year term; weekly progress report ending November 18, 1977 re Tomp-
kins County Hospital from the John W. Cowper Co., Inc.
Letter from Gerald Moses, Jr., Groton Village Clerk, recommending Richard
Stevenson serve as Groton Representative on County Planning Board; letter from
Virgil Hodges, CETA Administration NYS Department of Labor re approval of
Title I modification FY78; letter from Human Services Coalition re copies of their
recommendations on Revenue Sharing proposals for 1978; copy of letter from Vir-
gil H. Hodges, CETA Administrator, NYS Department of Labor re approval of
Title II Reprogramming modification FY78; Designation of Restricted Highway—
Ithaca—Etna, State Highway 61-18.
Under privilege of the floor Dorothy Spencer of the Senior Citizens Council
expressed appreciation to the board for their ongoing support of their programs.
On behalf of many individuals, she expressed concern about the possibility that
Tompkins County Hospital will perhaps be disaffiliated with Blue Cross/Blue
Shield in the future.
Under privilege of the floor Jill Charboneau, Director, Retired Senior Volun-
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teer Program (RSVP), thanked the board for including them in the budget for
1978. She said they are making progress and now have 66 volunteers. In answer to
a question she said the Voluntary Action Center has volunteers of all agencies
while RSVP was designed specifically for older volunteers. RSVP and Voluntary
Action Center have a cooperative relationship on a day-to-day basis.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said they met last Tuesday
and reviewed the decision the Human Services Coalition made regarding EOC. He
said the County Home has been painted. Commissioner Wagner pointed out how
necessary it will be for him to have four welfare examiner positions. The com-
mittee approved them and passed it on to the Personnel Committee.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said they met on the 15th and
discussed bringing a resolution to the board calling for a contract with the Sal-
vation Army for a temporary emergency housing facility. They approved a change
in the Health Department's budget allowing dental care for preschool children.
Mr. Clynes reported there is no apparent betterment of the situation in ac-
counts receivable at the hospital. He said the Board of Managers did take action
to delay the motion withdrawing as a contract hospital with Blue Cross.
Mr. Murphy explained that Blue Cross rate is accepted in payment of the
total amount of hospital charges. The problem is the amount of hospital charges
that are incurred in most cases exceeds the Blue Cross allowance. The hospital has
served notice on Blue Cross that their rate is insufficient. If the hospital does not
accept Blue Cross rate, then the patient will have to make it up. He also explained
the hospital still does nothave the 1977 Blue Cross rate and the due date for the
1978 date has already passed. They are still being reimbursed on the 1976 rate.
Mr. Culligan reported the Health Committee will meet with the Hospital
Governance Committee tomorrow at 4:00 p.m.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, said although
the committee has not had a meeting they are working on two items. The reas-
signment of a lease for the Airport Lounge and the realignment of the entrance
to the parking lot at the airport. The committee will meet Wednesday. They in-
vited adjacent property owners of Lehigh Valley Railroad to come and express
their comments.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said the com-
mittee met and discussed bids submitted for equipment for the library and re-
viewed the data that sponsors are going to request from TC -3 relative to their
on-going operations to better inform the sponsors of various budgeting aspects.
That policy will go before the board.
Mr. Theisen reported there are vacancies on the Library Board of Trustees.
Mr. Webster said the Public Safety and Corrections Committee has not met
but said the pistol permits process was moved to the County Clerk's office from
the Surrogate Court office.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, reported a decision was received from the
Arbitrator on the radiologist case. It indicates the county did violate the contract
in changing the grade and PERB's ruling is to continue to negotiate with the
union on this matter.
Mr. Stevenson, Chairman, Hospital Construction Committee, said the first
shipment of windows arrived and are in good shape and will allow them to close
in by early January.
As an absent member of the Board at the November 17th Board meeting, Mrs.
Benson moved to re -open the budget resolution, specifically the matter of the
amendment of the Economic Opportunity Corporation Outreach Program. County
Attorney Williamson said it can be voted on at the appropriate time.
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It was Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Miller, That a resolution be added
to the agenda pertaining to a public hearing on the Nutrition Program. Adopted.
It was Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Holden, to reconsider Resolu-
tion No. 271 on the Unemployment Insurance Tax Case which lost at the last
meeting. County Attorney Williamson said they contacted the Association of
Municipal Officers and ascertained there are sufficient ,monies already guarded to
challenge the constitutionality. He also found out under the law New York would
continue to pay and not be protected by the award of the temporary injunction so
the money we might give would only go toward getting the permanent injunction.
After hearing Mr. Williamson's report, Mrs. Livesay withdrew her motion with
the consent of Mr. Holden.
Permission was given to add to the agenda a resolution pertaining to the
assignment of lease of the Airport Lounge.
It was Moved by Mrs. Benson, seconded by Mrs. Livesay, That a motion to
reconsider the amendment to the Economic Opportunity Corporation Outreach
Budget (43,702) be adopted. Motion adopted.
It was Moved by Mrs. Benson, seconded by Mr. Webster, That the amend-
ment be amended as follows: WHEREAS, there is a continuing need for the EOC
Outreach Program, and WHEREAS, such program should be managed for the
most effective use of funds, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That funds for the
period January -June be restored contingent upon a continuing management study
and implementation to be accomplished as follows: Accountant shall be appointed
by the Board of Representatives consisting of three or five persons, or at least one
of whom shall be a recognized management expert plus one member of the Board
of Economic Opportunity Corporation and one member of the Board of Represen-
tatives, the latter two persons to serve as liaison to the Board and have no vote.
The panel shall identify areas for management improvement and shall design a
plan whereby improvements shall be implemented including provisions for on-
going management training and the panel shall report to the Board of Represen-
tatives every fourth meeting on progress made and shall make a full recommenda-
tory report by the first Board meeting in May in order to allow time to reconsider
funding for the second half of the year. The funds would be from revenue sharing
and would be $21,851.
Discussion took place. A roll call on the amendment resulted as follows: Ayes
—Representatives Benson, Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Theisen, Webster -6. Noes—
Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Holden, Ray, Watros, MacNeil -7. Ex-
cused—Representatives Haight, Robey-2. Motion Lost.
It was Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Theisen, That an amendment
be made to fund the Outreach Program for three months in the amount of $10,926
then turn it back to the Budget and Administration Committee for their recom-
mendation to this board and report back the first meeting in March. The Budget
and Administration Committee would be looking at all outreach programs in the
county. The committee could get any help they need. The amount to come from
the Federal Revenue Sharing Fund. A roll call resulted as follows: Ayes—Repre-
sentatives Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Theisen, Webster, Benson, Culligan,
Dates, MacNeil -10. Noes—Representatives Clynes, Ray, Watros-3. Excused—
Representatives Haight, Robey-2. Motion adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 286—ADOPTION OF 1978 TOMPKINS COUNTY BUDGET
AS AMENDED
Introduced by Chairman MacNeil on the advice of the County Attorney, that
in reconsidering an amendment it is necessary to reconsider the vote on the main
question also. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—Representatives Haight and Robey-
2. Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, the proposed budget for the year 1978 has been duly presented
to the Board by the Budget Officer and a public hearing has been duly called and
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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 1978.
RESOLUTION NO. 293—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee, the
Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts:
Madison Electric Co., Inc.—Electrical
Change corridor receptacles + 693.00
Switch interlock—x-ray + 128.00
Electrodiagnostic revisions + 202.00
Remote door access switches no charge
Modify telephone and intercom + 2,215.00
Modify laboratory intercom + 647.00
Door holders, smoke detectors + 710.00
Revisions, cardiac, intensive care + 2,253.00
Total Change Order E-7 Add $ 6,848.00
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
Revision at Laboratories + $25,253.00
Add floor sleeve + 152.00
Change wall mounted sink + 90.00
Total Change Order P-11 Add $25,495.00
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.—H.V.A.C.
Revise exhaust hoods—Pathology.
Total Change Order H-8
+ $ 3,057.00
Add $ 3,057.00
RESOLUTION NO. 294—CONTRACT WITH THE SALVATION ARMY FOR
PROVIDING THE SERVICE OF A SOBERING -UP
STATION FOR TOMPKINS COUNTY WITHIN THE
FRAME -WORK OF A TEMPORARY EMERGENCY
HOUSING FACILITY
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Discussion took place. Ayes
—Representatives Holden, Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Theisen, Watros, Webster,
Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, MacNeil -12. Noes—Representative Ray -1. Ex-
cused—Representatives Haight, Robey-2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Salvation Army, 150 North Albany Street, Ithaca, New York,
has provided plans for an Area Temporary Emergency Housing Facility including
a Sobering -up Station for intoxicants, and
WHEREAS, this Temporary Housing Facility would also provide housing and
meals to men, women and children during a crisis and provide a protective and
counseling service for residents needing shelter and food, and
WHEREAS, working relationships shall be maintained with all community
agencies for mutual utilization of services, referrals and coordination for the
benefit of those in need, and
WHEREAS, the contractor is to provide quarterly reports to the County Ad-
ministrator and to include the amounts and type of the facilities' usage and its
staffing and staffing utilization, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the County of Tompkins has approved the appropriated
November 28, 1977 265
$6,250.00 for the operational cost of said Temporary Emergency Housing Facility
for the last quarter of 1978 and that $25,000.00 per year contract be executed with
the Salvation Army of Ithaca, New York from January 1, 1979 to September 30,
1981,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent on the City of Ithaca
providing its requested part of the operational budget for the same period of time,
RESOLVED, further, That no escalation factor be included in the original
contract with the Salvation Army of Ithaca, New York and the Chairman of the
Board of Representatives be authorized to execute an agreement for the County
of Tompkins.
RESOLUTION NO. 295—AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION NO. 280-1973—
ESTABLISHING CHENANGO COUNTY AS THE
OFFICIAL EMPLOYER FOR SOCIAL SECURITY
PAYMENTS TO THE NEW YORK STATE SOCIAL
SECURITY AGENCY FOR THE SOUTHERN TIER
EAST REGIONAL PLANNING AND
DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That Resolution No. 280 adopted by this Board on October 29, 1973, be
and it hereby is amended to name Broome County to replace Chenango County as
the official . employer for Social Security payments to the New York State Social
Security Agency for the Southern Tier East Regional Planning and Development
Board.
RESOLUTION NO. 296—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—SOCIAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services and Budget and Ad-
ministration Committee, That the following transfer of funds be and hereby are
approved:
Social Services
From: A6010.300 Supplies and Materials $ 1,000
To: A6010.500 Training 1,000
From: A6030.400 Contractual and Other Expenses 10,000
A6030.300 Supplies and Materials 4,000
To: A6090.300 Supplies and Materials 14,000
From: A6140. Home Relief 1,000
To: A6142.400 Emergency Aid to Adults 1,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfer on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 297—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—MENTAL HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Budget and Administra-
tion Committee, That the following transfer of funds be and hereby are approved:
Mental Health Services:
From: A4310.100 Personal Services $1,958.00
To: A4310.400 Consultants (October Interim Coverage) $1,958.00
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. 298—APPROPRIATION—CONTINGENT FUND
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Haight and Robey-2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the following appropriation of funds be and hereby are approved:
From: Contingent Fund (A-1990)
To: Tompkins County Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs (A-8720.400) $919.
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board execute a contract on
behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 299—CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITIONS—
ANTI-RECESSION FUNDS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Haight and Robey-2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Adminis-
tration Committees, That the following positions be created under Section 64 of
the Civil Service Law, temporary appointments:
2 Assistant Assessors, competitive class, commencing 11/28/77—terminating
July 30, 1978,
RESOLVED, further, That all wages and benefits to fund said positions will
be paid for completely from anti -recession funds and that the following Budget
Adjustments be made:
Revenue Account: A-4751 Anti -Recession Revenue from N.Y.S. $9,740
A-4702 Public Works Employment Anti -Recession $6,592
Appropriation Account: A-6382 Anti -Recession N.Y.S. $9,740
A-6381 Public Works Employment Anti -
Recession $6,592
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said budget adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 300—RETURNED SCHOOL TAXES
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the Director of Assessment of the County be and he here-
by is authorized and directed to add to the respective 1978 tax and 1977 assess-
ment 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 re -levied
on town tax rolls, and that said returned school taxes be reassessed and re -levied
upon the lots and parcels so returned with seven (7) per cent in addition thereto;
and when collected the same should be returned to the County Administrator to
reimburse the amount so advanced with the expense of collection.
RESOLUTION NO. 301—APPROVING COMPLETED TAX ROLLS AND
DIRECTING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY
OF WARRANTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. 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 ex-
tended upon the rolls in the several amounts extended against such parcel of prop-
erty upon the said rolls are hereby determined to be the taxes due thereon as set
forth therein,
November 28, 1977 267
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 shall be the re-
spective amounts heretofore authorized to be levied upon each 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. 302—AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS -
1978 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the Clerk of the Board be and she hereby is authorized and directed to
advertise for bids for the printing of the Proceedings of the Board of Representa-
tives for the year 1978.
RESOLUTION NO. 303—APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATION FOR
MAINTENANCE OF COUNTY ROADS AND
BRIDGES
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Commissioner of Public Works has recommended an
appropriation of $2,222,255.00 for maintenance of county roads and bridges for the
year 1978 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 $ 56,467.00
D-5010 County Road Administration 38,152.00
D-5110 Maintenance Roads and Bridges 1,560,767.00
D-5142 Snow Removal Division—County 285,000.00
D-5144 Snow Removal Division—State 110,000.00
D-5110.810 State Retirement 81,600.00
D-5110.830 Social Security 33,675.00
D-5110.840 Compensation 29,000.00
D-5110.860 Health Insurance 22,000.00
D-5110.870 Unemployment Insurance 5,594.00
Total $2,222,255.00
RESOLVED, That the recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works
be and hereby is approved and the Clerk and Chairman of the Board of Represen-
tatives be and hereby are authorized and directed to sign the agreements required
by the State Department of Public Works.
Mr. Hugh Hurlbut, Commissioner of Personnel, explained unemployment in-
surance to the board. He said anti -recession fund employees are regular county
employees and if the time comes when they are unemployed through no fault of
their own, they would be eligible for unemployment insurance as determined by
the employment service. They would still have to meet the basic guidelines. CETA
employees will be eligible for unemployment if they are unemployed through no
fault of their own. The charge is not a direct charge to the county but is a charge
back to the federal government and the federal government will reimburse the
state agencies for people in New York State who are CETA participants and to
collect under the act.
Mr. Hurlbut also stated the municipalities and school districts were advised
that Tompkins County was not going to go forward with the unemployment in-
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surance case and also advised that the reason we could not participate was because
New York State did not pass legislation for the unemployment insurance.
RESOLUTION NO. 304—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE ASSIGNMENT
OF LEASE—WILKINSON
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins entered into a lease agreement with
Vincent Giordano for the leasing of the old Terminal building operated as a res-
taurant, 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, the County of Tompkins by Resolution No. 36 adopted February
10, 1975, consented to the assignment of said lease to Robert L. Wilkinson,
D/B/A Airport Lounge, effective as of February 1, 1975, and
WHEREAS, Robert L. Wilkinson has requested that the County consent to an
assignment of said lease to Robert L. Wilkinson to James and Eleanor DeLibero
reserving to the County all rights against the assignor under said lease. Said
assignment to be effective upon receipt by James DeLibero of his liquor license
from the ABC Board, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Airport Contracts Negotiating
Committee and the Planning and Public Works Committee, That the County here-
by consents to the assignment of said lease from Robert L. Wilkinson, D/B/A
Airport Lounge to James DeLibero and Eleanor, individually, contingent upon re-
ceipt of letter from James DeLibero by committee indicating hours of operation
including correlation thereof with flights of scheduled airlines, and letter indicat-
ing satisfactory agreement between APCOA and James DeLibero relative to park-
ing, both of said contingencies being subject to approval of the Planning and
Public Works Committee,
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board is authorized to exe-
cute same on behalf of the County.
Mr. Dates reported they are ready to make a report at the next board meeting
regarding the Tompkins County Code. They are now recontacting department
heads for further input. He said one of the first things on the agenda for the new
board next year will be deliberations on the separation of the Charter and Code.
RESOLUTION NO. 305—AWARD OF BIDS—COUNTY LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County Library has advertised for bids for library furniture
in accordance with specifications filed in its office, and
WHEREAS, Ward Haslett, Inc. of Vestal, New York, was the lowest respon-
sible bidder with a bid in the amount of $4,764.96 for Items 1 and 4, and
WHEREAS, Library Bureau of New Hartford, New York, was the lowest re-
sponsible bidder with a bid in the amount of $716.10 for part of Item 2, and
WHEREAS, Kernan Library Office Group, Inc. of New Hartford, New York,
was the lowest responsible bidder with a bid in the amount of $5,292.00 for part
of Item 2, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the bids above listed be and the same hereby are accepted and the
Director of the Library be and he hereby is authorized to complete said transac-
tions on behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 306—AWARD OF BID—LANDFILL
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
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WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised for bids for
one Landfill Compactor in accordance with specifications filed in his office, and
WHEREAS, L. B. Smith, Inc. of Syracuse, New York is the lowest responsible
bidder meeting all specifications with a net bid of $72,163.00 including a trade-in
allowance of $25,464.00 for one used loader compactor, 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, New York in the amount
of $72,163.00 be and the same is hereby accepted and the Commissioner of Public
Works is .authorized and directed to complete said transaction on behalf of the
County, funds provided in the 1978 Budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 307—AUTHORIZATION FOR PUBLIC HEARING—
NUTRITION FOR THE ELDERLY PROGRAM
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted.
WHEREAS, a public hearing on the Nutrition for the Elderly Program is
required by Federal and State regulations, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That a public hearing on the Nutrition for the Elderly Program
be held December 12 at 9:45 a.m. in the Board Chambers of the Courthouse,
Ithaca, New York.
RESOLUTION NO. 308—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Haight and Robey-2. Adopted.
RESOLVED: That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $ 91,322.72
Encumbrances 448.21
County Self -Insurance 59.30
Dog Fund 420.00
Printing Transfers 2,198.21
Airport 4,945.43
Highway 120,331.87
Total $219,937.75
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.
Mr. Clynes noted suggestions of names for consideration of appointment to
the Hospital Board of Managers are welcome.
Mr. Theisen also welcomed suggestions of names for consideration to the Li-
brary Board of Trustees.
It was Moved by Mr: Webster, seconded by Mr. Miller, That the second meet-
ing of December be held December 29th instead of December 26. Motion adopted.
Mr. Webster said there was sentiment primarily expressed by committee
chairmen with respect to what they are paid, that their job is more difficult and
have additional responsibilities. He asked if there was any possibility of moving
this prior to the end of this year for consideration and what the process would be.
The County Attorney said he will report on this question at the December 12th
meeting.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:09 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARING
NUTRITION FOR THE ELDERLY PROGRAM
DECEMBER 12, 1977
The Chairman called the public hearing to order at 9:45 a.m. and read the
notice of hearing as it was published in the official newspapers.
Mr. Steven Griffin, Project Director of the Tompkins County Nutrition for the
Elderly Program, reported in 1977 it has grown from an average of 35,000 meals
last year to this year's objective of 43,000 meals. He made a part of the record
letters from various participants of the nutrition program expressing their thanks
and the benefits they received from the program.
The public hearing was closed at 9:50 a.m.
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 12, 1977
The chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Present: Representatives -14. Excused—Representative Clynes-1.
The minutes of the November 28, 1977 and November 17, 1977 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:
List of Outreach Services in Tompkins County from Human Services Coalition
and copy of a memo from Commissioner Wagner to Personnel and Social Services
Committees re four social welfare examiner positions; DOT FAA letter approving
amendment No. 1 to the Grant Agreement Project No. 6-30-0047-05 at Tompkins
County Airport; The John W. Cowper Company reports of November 25, Novem-
ber 29; NYSEG—Cayuga Station addendum to 402 discharge permit; Lehigh Val-
ley Railroad Company requesting signed purchase offer together with deposit of
$456.00; letter from Judge Friedlander re new typewriter; letter from TC3 Chair-
man of the Board of Trustees re information requests and capital budget; letter
re NYS DOT Project 3902.20 re grant agreement CFR at Tompkins County Air-
port; copy of letter to John Clynes from Frank Liguori re Warren Road improve-
ment project update; copy of letter to Warren Radler of Saperston, Day & Radler
re Tompkins County Hospital windows; minutes of coordination meeting 40A—
November 30, 1977 re Tompkins County Hospital construction from the John W.
Cowper Co., Inc.; copy of letter to Harris B. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Ad-
ministration Committee, from John Marcham, Chairman, EOC Finance Committee
re EOC Outreach; letter from Margaret McGinnis, TC3 re Ad hoc Committee
EOC; copy of letter from Hushang Bahar, President, TC3 re proposed revision of
charter and code; Case 80002—NYSEG—Cayuga Station re hearing December
13; weekly progress report ending December 2, 1977 re Tompkins County Hos-
pital; copy of letter to Joseph Powers from Frank Liguori re application for FAA
and NYS DOT Grant to Purchase snow removal equipment—Tompkins County
Airport.
Letter from James C. White, Chairman, Tompkins County Environmental
Management Council, regarding the recycling of waste paper by the County of
Tompkins; letter from Bert S. Morse, Chairman, TC3 Board of Trustees, request-
ing appointment of another representative from this Board of Representatives to
a special committee composed of representatives from sponsoring counties and the
TC3 community to study the Energy Study Report received from Syska and Hen-
nessy; certified resolution from Cortland County Legislature re audit of TC3
capital expenditures claim No. 111; certificate of Final State Equalization Rates
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City of Ithaca, 51.42; Village of Dryden, 47.16; Village of Freeville, 48.27; Village
of Groton, 57.96; Village of Cayuga Heights, 51.22; Village of Lansing, 45.88;
Village of Trumansburg, 45.30; letter from Helen M. Kehrer, Head Clerk, Dog
Licensing, Department of Agriculture and Markets, regarding contract with
SPCA; copy of letter to the Budget and Administration Committee from Donald
Wilson, Probation Director, re proposed revision Charter and Code.
Under privilege of the floor Ms. Leah Bell, from the Cooperative Extension
office, spoke to the board about energy and some of the things they are doing in
this area and what is available for the public.
Chairman MacNeil introduced Mr. John Gaines who is the new director of the
Tompkins County Youth Bureau.
Mr. Lou Nayman, President of CSEA, noted the after-hours coverage of the
Mental Health Department expires tomorrow. He will be happy to answer ques-
tions should the board take up this matter today.
Mr. Dates referred to a news media editorial regarding some statements,
particularly about TC3 tuition and the part where it said the state law says the
county can never contribute less per student to the college than it has in years
before. He feels that statement should be straightened out.
Chairman MacNeil said he wrote a letter to Mr. Morse, Chairman of the TC3
Board of Trustees, asking for more information which he received but he plans to
write another letter regarding this situation to correct these erroneous comments
that have been in the press.
Permission was given to add the following resolutions to the agenda: Authori-
zation to Execute Youth Service Project Application; Authorization Distribution
from Tompkins -Cortland Community College Joint Capital Account; Authorization
to Execute Contract—Ithaca Youth Bureau; Budget Adjustment—Hospital Bonds;
and to withdraw a resolution pertaining to the SPCA contract.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said they will meet December 21
at 4 p.m.
Mr. Robey reported that the Mental Health after-hours coverage program
expires tomorrow. He requested an executive session to discuss this matter. Per-
mission was given to hold an executive session at the conclusion of this meeting.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, reported the committee reviewed
Mr. Shaw's letter from TC3 regarding red tape on personnel positions. They dis-
cussed the Mental Health and Social Services on-call situation but didn't take any
action. They felt it should come before the board. He complimented the Personnel
office for their work on the Title VI Ceta Program. He also reported the Jury Com-
mission met this morning and reappointed Thomas Griffin as Jury Commissioner
for a four-year term. He also said the Personnel Committee approved a change in
the resolution on the agenda that the four social welfare examiners at the Social
Services Department go to permanent positions to be reviewed again next Decem-
ber by the Social Services and Personnel Committees.
Mrs. Livesay requested a presentation for this board of the CETA program
and how it is operating and what the figures mean. She requested this by the next
meeting or early next year. Chairman MacNeil said the report will be made at the
first regular meeting in January.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, said he will
be asking for an appointment to the Library Board of Trustees later in the meet-
ing.
Mrs. Livesay, Special Legislative Committee, said they met and have a reso-
lution today on the deer depredation problem. They have under consideration a
272 December 12, 1977
resolution that came from Rockland County supporting a bill under consideration
by the federal government to remove phantom income taxes from the utility rate
structure. They have contacted NYSE&G and others in the community and it
seems a fairly complicated problem. They hope by the end of the year or early
next year to have a resolution of that.
Mrs. Livesay also reported they had a proposal presented to them that they
should consider an ombudsman office in Tompkins County. They discussed it and
she said it may be appropriate to refer it to the Intergovernmental Relations
Study Committee or the Human Services Coalition. Regarding the SPCA contract,
she said she is having a time negotiating in light of the budget decision. She
pointed out some of the problems. She said since •the CETA workers started No-
vember 1 the seizure fees for November went up to $820 which is an increase over
the $478 for the month before. Since these monies come into the County Treasury,
if the county doesn't increase the budget at the county level, there is no way the
municipalities can utilize the seizure fees that should be going for dog control.
She asked for help so they can get a contract and begin to pay them around the
first of the year.
Mr. Robey felt there are questions that need answering and asked that the
SPCA be invited in to clear up some of these questions so the board will know
what they are voting on. He said the ombudsman office has been discussed for
about three years in various forms. However, he hasn't seen any support to create
an office.
Mr. Theisen felt the proposal for the ombudsman should be referred to the
Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee.
Chairman MacNeil commented that the County Planning Board has an ad hoc
committee—Economic Advisory Committee— which could encompass some of the
things mentioned here today and incorporate a possible informational referral sys-
tem that the county has discussed at various times.
Mr. Dates spoke about the resolution that was referred back to the Budget
and Administration Committee, regarding outreach. They met and are calling in
outside people to meet with them.
Mr. Murphy spoke about budget adjustments on hospital bonds. There was an
error made. There will be a resolution today to adjust that error.
Mr. Holden reported the Planning and Public Works Committee met Novem-
ber 30th, and there is a possibility of getting funds through the 216 program. It
has to be sponsored by municipalities. The Town of Caroline doesn't want to par-
ticipate because of the wording. Mr. Howard Stevenson, Commissioner of Public
Works and Mr. Calhoun from Soil Conservation Office, will look at the bridge and
road there to see if there is a chance of getting some funds, and maybe the word-
ing can be changed about responsibility. This will be brought back to the com-
mittee.
Mr. Holden also said the committee met with property owners adjacent to the
Lehigh Valley Railroad. Mr. Ray said the property owners had no plan at present.
They are going to get together and come back with a proposal and then a deter-
mination as to whether this county would go ahead with the purchase of the
Lehigh Valley Railroad right-of-way.
RESOLUTION NO. 309—DATE OF ORGANIZATION MEETING
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That in accordance with Section 151 of the County Law, the
Organization Meeting of the Board of Representatives shall be held at 7:30 p.m.,
Wednesday, January 4, 1978 in the Representatives' Chambers at the Courthouse,
Ithaca, New York.
December 12, 1977 273
RESOLUTION NO. 310—CONTINUATION OF POSITIONS—
SOCIAL SERVICES
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion followed. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of a majority of the Personnel Committee
present and the Social Services Committee, That four positions of Social Welfare
Examiner (08-16) labor grade VIII, competitive class created by Resolution No.
16 and No. 314, dated 1976, be continued effective January 1, 1978. Monies to fund
said positions are included in the 1978 Budget. Personnel and Social Services Com-
mittees to review in December 1978.
RESOLUTION NO. 311—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
ITHACA YOUTH BUREAU
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Webster. Discussion followed and Mr.
John Gaines explained the program. Resolution adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Tompkins County Youth Bureau,
That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized an'd directed to
execute a contract on behalf of Tompkins County Probation Department with the
Ithaca Youth Bureau for a contract covering work programs for youth on pro-
bation.
RESOLUTION NO. 312—AUTHORIZE DISTRIBUTION FROM TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE JOINT
CAPITAL ACCOUNT
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Dates. Discussion followed. Ayes -14.
Noes -0. Excused—Representative Clynes-1 Adopted.
WHEREAS, the sponsors wish to apply a portion of said funds to their indi-
vidual share of the capital cost of Tompkins -Cortland Community College, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That a total amount of $20,312.50 be distributed as follows:
Cortland County $6,500 (32%) and Tompkins County $13,812.50 (68%),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said distribution,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent upon passage of a
concurrent resolution by the Cortland County Legislature.
RESOLUTION NO. 313—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE YOUTH SERVICE
PROJECT APPLICATION
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives be and hereby is au-
thorized and directed to execute for the year 1978, a Youth Service Project Appli-
cation to the State of New York, for State Aid in the amount of $58,592 for the
year ending December 31, 1978 for the following programs:
Youth Bureau $12,897
Sheriff Joint Activities Board 2,609
4-]3 Hancock & West Village 3,967
Mainline/YMCA 8,748
Big Brother/Big Sister 9,000
Interim Families 5,089
441 Outdoor Education 3,928
Learning Web 9,950
4-11 Youth Enterprise 2,404
$58,592
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RESOLUTION NO. 314—CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITION—CETA
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing positions be created on a temporary basis, said positions to be funded in
total for salary and fringes through CETA funds. Positions to be effective as
stipulated in the CETA Grant Application Title II:
1—Typist—Office of the Aging
1—V.A. Counselor—TCCC
1—Account Clerk Typist—Hospital
1—Clerk—Social Services
1—Typist (temporary) Highway
RESOLUTION NO. 315—CORRECTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 261-1977
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Haight. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing temporary positions created by Resolution No. 261, dated the 24th of Octo-
ber, 1977, be abolished effective immediately:
2 Library Clerks, labor grade B, competitive class
and that the following positions be created effective immediately at the Tompkins -
Cortland Community College:
2 Typists, labor grade B, competitive class
RESOLUTION NO. 316—CREATION OF TEMPORARY POSITION—
ANTI-RECESSION FUNDS
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused
—Representative Clynes-1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
lowing positions be created under Section 64 of the Civil Service Law, temporary
appointments, effective immediately, not to exceed fifteen working days: 2 Clerks
—(03-02) competitive class,
RESOLVED, further, That all wages and benefits to fund said positions will
be paid for completely from anti -recession funds and that the following budget
adjustments be made:
Revenue Account A4702 Public Works Employment Anti -recession $518
Appropriation Account A6381 Public Works Employment Anti -recession $518
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 317—ADOPTION OF BUDGET—OFFICE FOR THE
AGING—TITLE VII (NUTRITION FOR ELDERLY)
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Ray. Discussion took place. Ayes -14.
Noes -0. Excused—Representative Clynes-1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, a public hearing on the 1978 budget for the Nutrition for the
Elderly Program was held December 12, 1977 in the Board of Representatives'
Chambers of the Tompkins County Courthouse, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the 1978
Plan and budget for the Nutrition for the Elderly Program in Tompkins County
in the amount of $13,419.00 be and the same hereby is approved and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 318—ADOPTION OF 1978 AREA PLAN—OFFICE FOR
THE AGING
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
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WHEREAS, a public hearing was held November 28, 1977 after notice re-
quired by law to consider the 1978 Area Plan, Office for the Aging, and
WHEREAS, no one appeared in opposition to said proposed Area Plan, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That said 1978
Area Plan, 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. 319—EXTENSION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Webster. Discussion followed. Ayes -
14. Noes -0. Excused—Representative Clynes-1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Health Committees,
That one position of Assistant Hospital Administrator (18-01), competitive class,
labor grade 18 be extended from January 1, 1978 through June 30, 1978.
RESOLVED, further, That all wages and benefits to fund said position will be
paid for completely from anti -recession funds and that the following 1978 budget
adjustments be made:
Revenue Account A4702 Public Works Employment Anti -Recession $10,988
Appropriation Account A6381 Public Works Employment
Anti -Recession $10,988
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is au-
thorized to make said adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 320—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—CETA.
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Ray. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Clynes-1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Personnel and Budget and Admin-
istration Committees, That the 1977 Budget be amended as follows:
Revenue—CETA—Title II—A4720 $134,931
Appropriation—CETA—Title II
A6220—Administration $ 5,878
A6222—Pub. Svs. Empl. 129,053
Total Appropriation $134,931
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 321—ABOLISHING POSITION—TOMPKINS-CORTLAND
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel and Intergovernmental
Relations Committees, That one position of Switchboard Operator at Tompkins -
Cortland Community College be abolished effective immediately.
RESOLUTION NO. 322—CREATION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Watros. It was Moved by Mr. Dates,
seconded by Mr. Miller, That this resolution be tabled. Motion to table adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 323—AUTHORIZATION FOR CHAIRMAN TO REQUEST
DOG QUARANTINE
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Miller. Discussion followed. Adopted.
276 December 12, 1977
WHEREAS, the deer population in the County of Tompkins may suffer severe
depredation due to dogs pursuing and killing deer,
RESOLVED, That the Chairman of the Board of Representatives of Tompkins
County, be and hereby is empowered, when he deems it necessary during the 1977-
78 winter period, to request the Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets, with
the concurrence of the Commissioner of Environmental Conservation, to issue an
order that all dogs in the County of Tompkins be securely confined. Such confine-
ment is to take effect 24 hours after notice is given in the manner prescribed by
the Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets.
RESOLUTION NO. 324—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Holden. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused
—Representative Clynes-1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the list of claims audited by the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee in the amount of $6,381.00 to be paid from the Capital Construction
Account of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College are:
Claim No. 111—Capital Construction—Syska & Hennessy, Inc.
Engineering services—$6,381.00
RESOLVED—That the aforesaid amount be and the same hereby is audited
and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is autho-
rized and directed to pay said claim out of the funds provided therefor.
A meeting was scheduled at Tompkins -Cortland Community College to re-
view a study done by an engineering firm of Sysky & Hennessy, Inc. Mr. Watros
was asked if he could get the meeting postponed to another date.
RESOLUTION NO. 325—TERMINATE UNNECESSARY STATE
DEPRIVATION OF COUNTY ROAD FUND MONIES.
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Ray. Mrs. Benson was concerned about
some of the wording of this resolution and asked if a friendly amendment could be
made. Discussion followed and It was Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Miller,
That this resolution be tabled until the next board meeting. Motion to Table
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 326—AGREEMENT TO PERMIT DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION TO CONSTRUCT A FEDERAL
AID RAIL -HIGHWAY CROSSING PROGRAM
PROJECT ON TOMPKINS COUNTY HIGHWAYS
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has proposed
a Rail -Highway Crossing Program Project, pursuant to Section 203 of the Federal
Safety Act of 1973 as amended by Section 203 of the Federal Highway Safety Act
of 1976, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has notified
this Board of the approval of plans and specifications for such a Rail -Highway
Crossing Program Project for the rail -highway crossings which are under the
jurisdiction of Tompkins County, and which project is more completely described
as the installation of railroad warning signs and railroad pavement markings, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has made
known its intention to advertise a contract for the above described improvement
and has requested an agreement from the Board of Representatives to the effect
that it will permit the State, its agents, and employees to enter upon the Tompkins
County Highways for the purpose of performing the above described improvement,
now therefore be it
December 12, 1977 277
RESOLVED, That the Board of Representatives of the County of Tompkins
duly convened in legal session held on the 12th day of December, 1977 does -hereby
approve of the above described improvement to be performed on the Tompkins
County Highways and does hereby agree with the State Department of Trans
portation that the authorities will permit the State, its agents, and employees to
enter upon the Tompkins County Highways for the purposes of carrying out the
above described Rail -Highway Crossing Program Project, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Board of Representatives of Tompkins County
hereby agrees with the State Department of Transportation that the County shall
retain jurisdiction over the highways within the project area and hold harmless
the State of New York for any damage to the property or persons due to the .per-
formance of any of the employees or agents of the County of Tompkins,
RESOLVED, further, That upon completion of the above described Rail -High-
way Crossing Program Project, the County of Tompkins will maintain the im-
provement and the highways so improved in accordance with the New York State
Highway Law and the Federal Highway Safety Acts of 1973 and 1976 and Federal
Standards and criteria in connection with such project,
RESOLVED, further, That for the Rail -Highway Crossing Program Project,
the County of Tompkins agrees to schedule any highway re -surfacing so that it
will not obliterate newly painted markings, except as necessitated by emergency
situations whereby re -surfacing is essential to maintaining proper traffic opera-
tions,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of this Board of Representatives is here-
by directed, within (10) days after the adoption of this resolution, to transmit five
(5) certified copies of the foregoing resolution to the New York State Department
of Transportation.
RESOLUTION NO. 327—CHANGE ORDERS—HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee, the
Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts:
Madison Electric Co, Inc.—Electrical
Miscellaneous revisions
Total Change Order E-8
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
Change fire water valve
Add hose bibs—replenishing tanks
Total Change Order P-13
Delete relocation of fire hydrant
+ $6,062.00
Add $6,062.00
no charge
+ $ 723.00
Add $ 723.00
— $1,416.00
Total Change Order P-14 Deduct $1,416.00
Siemen's Corporation—Radiographic Equipment
Provide and install two operating lights + $5,775.00
Total Change Order Siemen's #1 Add $5,775.00
RESOLUTION NO. 328—AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS—TOMPKINS
COUNTY HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused
—Representative Clynes-1. Adopted.
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WHEREAS, the following construction claims have been approved by the
Architects and the Construction Manager, and all claims audited by the Hospital
Construction Committee to be paid from the Tompkins County Hospital Construc-
tion Account are:
John W Cowper Co., Inc.
Construction Management Fee #17 $15,236.37
Office Expense 1,077.42
Personnel 9,843.43
Levatich, Miller, Hoffman, P.C.
Fred H. Thomas Associates, P.C.
Architects Fee #43
Reimbursables—Testing Lab
Movable Equipment #11
Tompkins County Highway Department
New service road
7,930.00
411.00
720.00
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc.
General Construction # 14
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning #13
Madison Electric Co., Inc.
Electric #14
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.
Plumbing # 14
RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and
and directed to pay up to the amount of said claims out of
$ 26,157.22
$ 9,061.00
$11,764.31
$461,091.00
$180,970.00
$ 77,405.00
$ 97,500.00
he hereby is authorized
funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 329—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—HOSPITAL BONDS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Clynes-1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the 1978 Budget be amended as follows:
Revenue 2960.72 Interest on Bonds—Hospital $925,515
Appropriation 9730.72 Interest on Bonds—Hospital $925,515
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said budget adjustment.
RESOLUTION NO. 330—PRINT AUDIT STATEMENTS—TOWNS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the Clerk be directed to print audit statements of the sev-
eral towns of the County in the 1977 Proceedings of the Board.
RESOLUTION NO. 331—DOG ENUMERATOR AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused
—Representative Clynes-1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the List of claims filed by dog enumerators against the
County of Tompkins chargeable to:
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Dog Fund $5,564.00
Town of Danby 374.00
Town of Dryden 1,065.00
Town of Enfield 315.00
Town of Groton 596.50
Town of Ithaca 563.00
Town of Lansing 899.00
Town of Newfield 480.50
Town of Ulysses 483.00
City of Ithaca 788.00
Total $5,564.00
be and hereby are audited by this Board at the above amounts approved by the
various committees,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
:.uthorized and directed to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds
appropriated therefor.
Mr. Watros placed in nomination the name of Carolyn Miller to serve on the
Library Board of Trustees to replace Pauline Satterly who resigned. Said term
expires December 31, 1979. Upon hearing no further nominations, the chairman
declared Ms. Miller a member of the Library Board of Trustees.
Mr. MacNeil placed on the table for consideration of appointment to the
Criminal Justice Advisory Board, the names of Paul Tavelli and Vincent Giordano.
Mr. Robey stated that now that the Library is more autonomous governance,
he feels it is important that they all give thought to the people they want to
appoint and suggest names for appointment.
A recess was called at 12:28 p.m. and an executive session was held.
The regular meeting was called back to order at 1:45 p.m.
Permission was given to add a resolution to the agenda regarding on-call
services of the Mental Health Department.
RESOLUTION NO. 332—AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND CONTRACT—
ON-CALL SERVICES—MENTAL HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Robey, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board of Representatives be and he hereby is authorized to execute
extension of existing contract between CSEA and the County for on-call services
in the Mental Health Department through February 13, 1978 pending negotiations
between CSEA and the County concerning the aforesaid on-call services.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, said he researched the question about who
is the chief executive of the county. It is his opinion that the Chairman of the
Board is the chief elected official of the county.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 1:50 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 29, 1977
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 December 12, 1977 meeting were approved.
The Clerk noted the following correspondence had been received and/or re-
ferred to the proper committee for action:
Copy of notice under Mechanic's Lien Law of University Sand & Gravel, Inc.
against Sarkisian Brothers, Inc. re Tompkins County Hospital; EMC sent nomi-
nees to the council for Board of Representatives' appointment; copy of letter from
Chairman of the Library Board of Trustees to Henry Theisen re 1978 budget;
letter from Mayor Conley recommending Gerald Tucker and Betty Friedlander to
Tompkins County Youth Bureau Board; Department of Labor re changes in re-
porting of information on Form CETA 100, applicant characteristics record, dis-
tribution of revised copies of the CETA law and Titles I, II and VI regulations
and letter from William Gilmore concerning the purpose and function of CETA
Review Committee; letter from Assemblyman Gary Lee re client for Outreach
Program; Town of Groton Supervisor sent copy of leash law and letter requesting
SPCA enforcement; City of Ithaca resolution approving Salvation Army Tempo-
rary and Emergency Housing Program; The John W. Cowper Co., Inc. report of
December 9, 13 and 16; copy of letter to DOT to Assemblyman Lee re supple-
mental budget for Tompkins County Airport project; pistol permits for November
totaled $105.00; Cortland County resolution authorizing distribution from TC3
joint capital account to sponsors capital account; Lehigh Valley Railroad Company
right-of-way maps for East Ithaca to Freeville stating that would await an offer;
Villages of Lansing and Dryden resolutions asking County to collect unpaid village
taxes; letter from District Attorney of Onondaga County re feasibility of a new
county penitentiary; Airport monthly activity report for November; Huber Magill
& Farrell re Cayuga Station; letter from TC3 in response to Chairman MacNeil's
letter of December 1; Social Services October statistical report; copy of letter of
John Murphy to the John W. Cowper Company re distribution of contract amounts
new hospital building; listing of TC3 reports provided for New York State; De-
partment of Labor memo re distribution of revised copies of the CETA Law and
Titles I, II and VI regulations; resolution from Cortland County Legislature au-
thorizing payments for TC3 operating budget for 1977-1978; appointment of
Martha Allee to represent Village of Cayuga Heights on Tompkins County Youth
Bureau Board; memo from Assemblyman Gary Lee re Route 13 Joint Task Force;
letter from Nelda Polansky, Head Audit Clerk re Bureau of Justice Court Funds;
Public Service Commission re Cayuga Station revised draft of Section 402 per-
mits; letter from Virgil H. Hodges, CETA administrator re Title VI project at
George Jr. Republic Association, Inc. and hiring goals in Titles II and VI of the
CETA Stimulus Program; copy of letter from Edward Patrick, Assistant Counsel
for Energy, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation to John T. Verview,
PSC re Case 80002, Cayuga Station — motion of the community legal research
group to stay proceedings and an initial brief on behalf of NYSE&G regarding
issue of marginal costs as a reasonable basis for determining the rate structure of
electric utilities; letter from PSC staff counsel re Case 80002—Cayuga Station;
letter from Randall E. Shew, Director, Community Relations, Cornell University
re off-track betting facility in Ithaca; letter from Jerome True, Chairman, Tomp-
kins County Republican Party requesting reappointment of Barbara Fellows as
election commissioner; weekly progress report ending December 23, 1977 from the
John W. Cowper Company re Tompkins County Hospital Construction.
Under privilege of the floor Mr. John Wyrough, representative of CSEA, said
he is available with information and will answer questions about the proposal
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CSEA made for on-call coverage of the Mental Health Department when the
Board considers that issue this morning.
Chairman MacNeil wished Mr. Holden, Mr. Kidney and Mr. Haight the best
of luck in future endeavors.
Mr. Kidney introduced his replacement from the Town of Dryden, Mr. Ken-
neth Tillapaugh. Mr. Haight introduced his replacement from the Town of Ulysses,
Mr. James Mason.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said they met December 20.
He said the support unit has moved to the Social Services Department. Commis-
sioner Wagner reported they anticipate the budget surplus of $250,000 for the
year 1977 and hopefully the same can be done for 1978. The Board has been in-
vited to the County Home January 23 to see the improvements done there.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said the hospital requested an-
other technician in the radiology department to deal with ultra -sound, and the
committee approved. The committee turned down the request for three other tech-
nicians in the radiology department because they feel they need more information.
The committee also approved a third radiologist at the hospital at Labor Grade
23 with the possibility that it would go to the Personnel Committee. He said he
will withdraw a resolution regarding this later in the meeting.
Mr. Culligan also reported they are going to request a local law to increase
the Office for the Aging Advisory Committee from nine to fifteen members. The
Advisory Committee feels they need more members. There are resolutions on the
agenda pertaining to contracts for the Office for Aging. Also, Dr. Gaffney is re-
questing transfers in the home health area. He will be presenting names for con-
sideration of appointment to the Board of Health and Board of Managers later in
the meeting. They will be having appointments to the Mental Health Board and
he asked for nominees.
Mr. Robey reported the Mental Health Board met and there were several
areas of discussion—Salvation Army emergency housing proposal, after hours
emergency coverage, and Mental Health Board response to the proposed charter
changes. He thinks perhaps next year the Mental Health Board will be asking to
expand their membership.
Mr. Clynes said there doesn't seem to be any established trend as far as re-
duction in receivables yet. The output in billing was approximately 20 per cent in
excess of the average day's business at the hospital. He thinks that additional bill-
ing bank that was put in on a six month basis is accomplishing something.
Mr. Theisen questioned the status of the use of the old hospital. Mr. Clynes
said nothing is final.
Mr. Holden reported the CETA Advisory Committee met and went over about
19 new projects.
Mr. Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, noted Mr.
Hushang Bahar, President of Tompkins -Cortland Community College, Patrick
Hamill and Ronald Space, Trustees, were here to discuss the 1978-1979 tuition
and they would like a consensus of the board later in the meeting.
Mrs. Livesay, Special Legislative Committee, reported they met and discussed
the SPCA contract. There is a resolution on the agenda to approve the contract
and representatives from SPCA are here to answer questions. They have under
consideration a resolution supporting the phantom tax legislation in Washington.
That legislation is probably dead and the committee will not be pursuing it any
further. The committee decided to send a memo to the chairman of the Planning
and Public Works Committee urging that committee to proceed with bringing to
this board the purchase of the railroad right-of-way. The committee again dis-
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cussed the ombudsman proposal and decided to bring it to attention of the Inter-
governmental Relations Committee.
Chairman MacNeil said he wrote a letter to Frank Monek saying they would
be looking at a proposal by the county for abandoned Lehigh Valley Railroad
property..
Mr. Haight reported they had a joint meeting with Social Services Committee
regarding the change of the support bureau of the Probation Department to the
Social Services Department. Mr. Miller said it was to operate the IV -D Program.
There is still one full time employee here.
Mr. Dates said they interviewed a very competent person to help them solve
the outreach program study. However, she withdrew her name. They are going
to bring alternatives back to this board from time to time. He thanked the Budget
and Administration Committee for the number of meetings and deliberations. They
will have the preliminary Charter and Code report and also the report for the
outreach program early next year.
Mr. Murphy said he met with Mr. Carpenter and Mr. Crawford from the Li-
brary Board of Trustees, and Mr. Theisen to review the procedures going into
effect January 1. As of January 1, the employees of the library will no longer be
employees of Tompkins County. They will be employees of the Library. They will
have their own tax identification number. There are some reports that must go
through the county. There are certain other reports that go directly to the State
or appropriate body. The entire cash procedures that is accounting for their regu-
lar cash funds as well as payroll will cease to be our records January 1. The only
item the county will have to identify with the library will be one item—the county
contribution to the library in the future. They are going on the Tompkins County
Trust Company payroll system. They will handle their own payroll records. The
Budget and Finance Office will help them get started on reports they will have to
file. There will be a resolution pertaining to the library at this meeting.
Mr. Murphy reported the county carries liability and personal injury insur-
ance. In 1977 the county was insured by the Insurance Company of North America
through the Carey McKinney Group. He was notified by the Insurance Company
they would be happy to continue to cover our liability but would in no way renew
personal injury insurance. In 1977 the total policy cost was $80,000 of which
$6,800 was for personal injury. The cost would increase in 1978 to $92,000 without
the personal injury. He contacted several other insurance companies and was
able to get an offer to cover us through Continental. That coverage would cost
$107,420 of which $14,000 was for personal injury. The committee has decided to
go with the Continental offer. The County Attorney and insurance agent recom-
mend it is important to continue that portion of the insurance.
Mr. Williamson, County Attorney, stated that part of the increase is due to
the tremendous amount of suits we have—most brought by Mrs. Betty Muka. He
recommended the county continue to carry the personal injury insurance.
Mrs. Benson stated if so many of these cases can be identified, they ought to
be able to investigate the source and hope they can investigate legal recourse. Mr.
Williamson said he will take that under consideration.
Mr. Murphy reported relative to county -owned property located in the city.
The city may foreclose. The county must foreclose. If the city decides on a prop-
erty where they have unpaid taxes and they want to foreclose they can. In certain
cases they do not foreclose. They wait until the county does, then file a lien with
the county. They have a property at 325 Center Street which the county foreclosed
on and is vacant at the current time. It is a great concern because it falls into the
same category as the property at 213 South Plain Street where both city and
county turned over ownership of that property to the Ithaca Housing Authority
for rehabilitation. This particular parcel is a great concern because it is vacant.
The insurance carrier tells them he is endeavoring to get coverage and he has put
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a binder on it subject to approval, but he is concerned whether they can get cover-
age on an unoccupied building. The Budget and Administration Committee is rec-
ommending they pursue this property as they did South Plain Street to see if it
would fall into the rehabilitation category of the Ithaca Housing Authority and if
the city and county are both willing to transfer that parcel. He will come back to
the board with a further report.
Mr. Stevenson, Hospital Construction Committee, said the committee met
with the Board of Managers regarding telephones and will have an answer by the
end of January. The windows are being put in.
Chairman MacNeil reported that he looked into off-track betting. Originally
the state took up off-track betting and divided the state into eight categories
which were supposed to form corporations. The central New York area did not
form a corporation. There were six formed within the state. We were excluded
from any corporations. One that was formed was called Catskill Corporation. The
corporation has the privilege of inviting our community to be part of it if the
Assembly in the State organization would pass enabling legislation to allow us to
join. Last year the Senate passed this legislation but the Assembly did not. As-
semblyman Lee would like direction on how he should proceed to vote on this and
whether we would like to be in or not. If we go into this corporation, or if this
board decides they would like to entertain the possibility of going into it, a mem-
ber of this board would be appointed to the Catskill Corporation which meets six
times per year. It would select a site here and would require 1500 sq. feet and be
operated much like a bank with two managers and 8-12 part-time clerks and
would be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. They want to run a clean operation and have
standards. At the end of the year the corporation's total profit minus all expenses
is divided in half. Half of this profit is distributed to the members of the corpora-
tion on population. The other half is distributed to members of the corporation on
the amount of money handled in that particular area. He feels this board can
make a decision together as a committee -of -the -whole and he is inviting Donald
Groth of Catskill OTB to our next board meeting.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works, said the committee con-
curred with suggestion of the Environmental Management Council on informal
paper salvaging in the courthouse. The details to be worked out with Mr. Donald
McCray. He said the Energy Commission is sponsoring an Energy Seminar in
February aimed at business and industry in the community.
RESOLUTION NO. 333—REAFFIRMATION OF COMMITMENT TO CHANGE
OF GOVERNANCE—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Mr. Herrell DeGraff, Presi-
dent of the Hospital Board of Managers, introduced Mrs. Ruth DeWire who has
done a tremendous volume of work on this issue. Mrs. DeWire described in detail
the application for permission to operate a hospital and their proposal for the
establishment of a voluntary not-for-profit hospital. A local law is being drafted.
The Health Committee will get the Local Law as soon as it is prepared, hopefully
by the end of January. Resolution adopted.
WHEREAS, the Board of Representatives adopted Resolution No. 230 on
November 24, 1975 accepting in concept the Report of the Ad Hoc Hospital Gov-
ernance Committee which indicated that the Tompkins County Hospital might
better become a voluntary, not-for-profit hospital, and
WHEREAS, the Governance Committee of the Board of Managers of Tomp-
kins County Hospital has developed a proposal for the establishment of a volun-
tary, not-for-profit hospital, and
WHEREAS, the Negotiations Committee, composed of the Health Committee
of the Board of Representatives and members of the Governance Committee of
the Tompkins County Hospital Board of Managers, has developed preliminary
guidelines for a Governance proposal, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Representatives hereby reaffirms its commit-
ment to a furtherance of the change of governance by the following steps:
284 December 29, 1977
1. The Board of Representatives authorizes signers of the proposed Articles
of Incorporation, consisting of the present Board of Managers, to prepare an ap-
plication with the New York State Health Department to own and operate the
hospital known as Tompkins County Hospital, and
2. The Board of Representatives authorized attorneys and other relevant par-
ties representing the Hospital and the County to make applications to all neces-
sary entities for approval to transfer the assets and liabilities of Tompkins
County Hospital to a private, not-for-profit hospital corporation.
RESOLUTION NO. 334—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT
—S.P.C.A.
Moved by Mrs. Livesay, seconded by Mr. Miller. A resolution was presented
showing the budgeted amount of $92,658 to be raised as follows: $19,658—SPCA;
$44,940—County; $29,744—City of Ithaca, for a total of $92,658. Discussion took
place and a roll call resulted: Ayes—Representatives Benson, Kidney, Livesay,
Robey, Theisen, Webster -6. Noes—Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates,
Haight, Holden, Miller, Ray, Watros, MacNeil -9. Resolution Lost. Permission
was given to waive the rules of the Board. Mr. Culligan introduced Resolution No.
334, seconded by Mr. Kidney, substituting the amounts of $40,904—County;
$26,417—City; $17,901—SPCA. Total $85,222 and substitute the amount of $3,904
instead of $7,940. Ayes—Representatives Benson, Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight,
Kidney, Livesay, Miller, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, MacNeil -13. Noes—
Representatives Holden, Ray (still does not set a procedure for the county) -2.
Adopted.
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 to execute the contract on behalf of the County between the County,
City and S.P.C.A.,
RESOLVED, further, That the maximum amount of said budget on an annual
basis will be the sum of $85,222.00 to be raised as follows:
$17,901 S.P.C.A.
$40,904 Tompkins County
$26,417 City of Ithaca
$85,222 Total
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $3,904 be appropriated from the 1978
Contingent Fund Code A1990 to Control of Animals Code A3510,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said appropriation on his books, and
RESOLVED, further, That the contract is subject to the approval of the City
of Ithaca, S.P.C.A. and the Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets.
RESOLUTION NO. 335—REPORTS FOR SPONSORING COUNTIES FROM
TOMPKINS-CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Dates. A lengthy discussion followed.
Mr. Watros said this is the result of many discussions with representatives of
Cortland and Tompkins County as well as TC3 Trustees and staff and try to re-
solve some of the concerns and problems at the time of approving their budget.
They felt it was appropriate to have it in writing so all parties concerned fully
understand their responsibility. Hushang Bahar, President, TC3, said this infor-
mation is something that should be available and is in favor of it. Mr. Patrick
Hamill, a member of the Board of Trustees, said the trustees agreed the Board
should have this information. He favors passing this resolution. Mr. Ronald Space,
a member of the Board of Trustees, said they unanimously seconded this resolu-
tion in their November board meeting and support the formalizing of this type
of information requested. Adopted.
December 29, 1977 285
WHEREAS, there have been several meetings of the Chairmen of Boards of
the sponsoring Counties, Chairman of the Tompkins County Intergovernmental
Relations Committee and the Cortland County Education Committee and
WHEREAS, there have been discussions relative to reports to be generated
for the sponsoring Counties, and
WHEREAS, the representatives of the Counties have met with the Chairman
of the Tompkins -Cortland Community College Board of Trustees and members of
the Tompkins -Cortland Community College administration regarding these re-
quests. now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the following information will be furnished to Tompkins County:
1. A. A list of all reports TC3 produces (on-going basis) for New York State.
B. A brief statement of purpose for each report and frequency.
2. Treasurer's Report
A. New Column reflective of estimated expenditures and revenues
3. Current limits on (narrative of)
A. Student tuition
B. State Aid
C. Sponsor's Share
4. Entire Operating and Capital Budget at least two (2) weeks prior to any
review by committee of sponsoring boards. Tompkins -Cortland Community College
financial administration must be available for complete review of proposed
budgets during that two (2) week period and make available all supporting docu-
ments, including a list of grant contracts currently in force or pending.
5. Quarterly update of grants status.
6. A. Legislative liaisons should be afforded an opportunity to consult with
appropriate officials in their respective counties concerning parameters for nego-
tiations prior to commencement of negotiations with C.S.E.A. Liaisons should be
given additional opportunity to consult with the officials if it becomes necessary
to exceed those parameters.
B. The personnel and finance committees of the Board of Trustees shall
consult with the Legislative liaisons from the respective counties prior to estab-
lishing parameters for negotiations with professional staff.
7. List of each student enrolled from sponsor counties shall be identified sep-
arately by Tompkins and Cortland Counties and is to be ready 45 days after the
last day of registration for each term.
8. A summary schedule of FTE students charged to Tompkins, Cortland or
other counties must be submitted within 45 days after the last day of registration
for each term.
A lengthy discussion took place regarding 1978-1979 TC3 tuition. Mr. Watros
said the current level is $700 and the maximum of $750. At this point the Board
of Trustees has not made any decision concerning this matter and he is sure input
from both sponsors would have some impact on their decision. He said he person-
ally favors $725.
Hushang Bahar, President of Tompkins -Cortland Community College, noted
the Board of Trustees must set the tuition and this board's input would be useful.
Mr. Ronald Space stated he takes the position to maintain tuition at the
present level. He feels they need to get as much participation as they can and
keep their volume to cover overhead, to cover costs and have to keep costs as low
as possible for our residents.
Mr. Patrick Hamill stated an increase of something like 3.8 per cent is a
realistic increase and thinks the students that attend TC3 have to expect to pay
for their pro rata share. It is unfair to place the burden on the taxpayer.
Mr. Watros asked if any board member has individual thoughts on this to
convey them to TC3.
286 December 29, 1977
Mr. Webster spoke regarding the transfer of people from the Probation De-
partment to Social Services Department.
Mr. Wyrough, Representative of CSEA, said he came to provide information
and answer questions regarding the on-call coverage.
An executive session of the board was called to discuss the on-call emergency
situation in the Mental Health Department.
The regular meeting was called back to order and Mr. MacNeil said they
were unable to come to a conclusion and asked Mr. Wyrough if they could extend
to the meeting of January 9, 1978 for a determination. Mr. Wyrough said he will
communicate with the negotiating committee and will contact them.
Permission was given to add the following resolutions to the agenda: Library
—Authorization to make payments—County Administrator; Abolishment of posi-
tions—Library; Supplemental Appropriation to reprint historical preservation re-
port—Planning Department; Funding plan for airport improvements; and addi-
tion of additional equipment in the Award of Bid resolution for the Highway De-
partment; and the withdrawal of Creation of Position—Radiologist—Hospital.
Mr. Robert Williamson, County Attorney, noted the designation of news-
papers must be made annually and in writing and signed by the majority of mem-
bers representing each of the political parties and until that is done the resolu-
tion for the Designation of Official Newspapers is out of order.
RESOLUTION NO. 336—TRANSFER OF POSITIONS FROM PROBATION
DEPARTMENT SUPPORT BUREAU TO SUPPORT
COLLECTION UNIT—DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL
SERVICES
Moved by Mr. Haight, seconded by Mr. Robey. Adopted.
WHEREAS, by Chapter 516 of the Laws of 1977, obligations and duties of the
Support Bureau of the Family Court performed by the Probation Department
Support Bureau have been transferred to the Support Collection Unit of the De-
partment of Social Services, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Corrections and
Social Services Committees, That the following positions in the Probation Depart-
ment Support Bureau be transferred to the Support Collection Unit of the Social
Services Department:
1 Financial Investigator
1 Assistant Financial Investigator
1 Senior Account Clerk
1 Account Clerk
RESOLVED, further, That the heads of the respective departments be and
they hereby are authorized and directed to complete the aforesaid transfer of
positions, effective January 1, 1978.
RESOLUTION NO. 337—LIBRARY—AUTHORIZATION TO MAKE
PAYMENTS—COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Robey. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration and
Intergovernmental Relations Committees, That the County Administrator be and
he hereby is authorized and directed to pay to the Treasurer of the Tompkins
County Public Library on a monthly basis an amount up to but not to exceed the
Tompkins County budgeted share of the budget of said library for the calendar
year 1978 the sum of $482,261, said funds being from revenue sharing and general
funds,
RESOLVED, further, That said amount should be based on the cash flow pro-
jections to be furnished by the Treasurer of the Library to the County Admin-
istrator, no later than the 15th of the preceding month.
December 29, 1977 287
RESOLUTION NO. 338—ABOLISHMENT OF POSITIONS—LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Watros. Adopted with Representa-
tives Kidney, Dates, Culligan casting dissenting votes.
RESOLVED, on the recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee, That the employees presently employed in the Tompkins County Pub-
lic Library cease to be County employees effective December 31, 1977 and become
employees of the Tompkins County Public Library effective January 1, 1978, it
being understood that said employees retain all of their rights thatthey had as
County employees and that they continue to be governed by the C.S.E.A. agree-
ment that expires December 31, 1978.
RESOLUTION NO. 339—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—HUMAN RIGHTS
COMMISSION
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Miller. Adopted with Representative
Robey casting a dissenting vote.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Social Services Committee, That the
following transfers be and they hereby are approved:
From: Code 8040.400 Contractual $736.67
8040.300 Printing and Supplies 100.00
To: Code 8040.200 Equipment $836.67
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 340—AUTHORIZING PAYMENTS FOR COMMUNITY
COLLEGE OPERATING BUDGET
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, this board has heretofore and by resolution approved the 1977-
1978 operating budget for the Tompkins -Cortland Community College and appro-
priated the necessary funds to pay the Tompkins County proportionate share of
the operating budget 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 un to but not
to exceed the Tompkins County budgeted share of the operating budget of said
college for the fiscal year 1977-1978 on the following dates in the following
amounts:
January 3, 1978 $130,549.50
March 1, 1978 130,549.50
May 1, 1978 130,549.50
July 3, 1978 130,549.50
$522,198.00
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution is contingent upon the adoption of
a similar resolution by the Cortland County Legislature.
RESOLUTION NO. 341—ACCEPTING HOUSING AND LAND USE
SUMMARY STATEMENT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Planning Department has actively partici-
pated in the Comprehensive Planning Assistance Program (701) receiving federal
and state grants to assist in comprehensive planning, and
288 December 29, 1977
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Planning does certify that the Planning
Department did follow the guidelines established by the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development in pursuing the land use, housing and other
elements of the comprehensive plan, coordinating these studies with the indiyidual
municipalities as well as regional and state planning efforts and insuring citizens
participation through the County Planning Board, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Department did publish the results of these studies
and did distribute these publications to this Board, the municipalities of the county
and did make the publications and information available to others, including public
meetings, and
WHEREAS, these studies culminated in the preparation of a framework for
the development of the county which takes into account land use and housing as
well as community facilities, transportation, environmental conservation, human
resources and the economy, and
WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development does
require that a summary statement be submitted showing that the County of
Tompkins has fulfilled the requirements relating to land use and housing prior to
continued grant assistance, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon rcoemmendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That this Board does acknowledge that the land use and housing elements
prepared by the County Planning Department appears to fulfill the present needs
of the County of Tompkins and that these documents will serve as guidelines to
this Board, the individual municipal boards and others in the future development
of the county.
RESOLUTION NO. 342—AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT—
CENTRAL RESEARCH GROUP, INC.
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Discussion followed. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Central Research Group, Inc. entered into a lease agreement with
the County of Tompkins dated September 27, 1976, and
WHEREAS, said lease agreement requires monthly payments of $300.00 per
month, which rental payments commenced March, 1977, and
WHEREAS, further, said contract required that substantially all of the ex-
terior of the building including roof be rehabilitated on or about March 27, 1977,
and
WHEREAS, no interior work was to be commenced until lessee had an addi-
tional $75,000.00 cash on hand, and
WHEREAS, the Central Research Group, Inc. has made an application for
Appalachian Funds, and
WHEREAS, said Appalachian Funds have been approved at State level and
forwarded to Washington for funding, and
WHEREAS, said funds will not be available until March or April, 1978, and
WHEREAS, Central Research Group, Inc. has requested this Board to delay
rental for the months of January, 1978 through July, 1978, inclusive, in order to
use mollies on hand toward further work on the interior of the building, and
WHEREAS, said Central Research Group, Inc. has further requested that the
new roof be put on said building after the interior work has been commenced, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That rental for the months of January 1978 through June 1978, inclusive, shall
be delayed and the payment of same shall be made monthly commencing with
August, 1978, and paid in addition to the normal monthly rent (i.e., $600.00 per
month each and every month until the back rent is fully paid),
RESOLVED, further, That this Board approves the delay in putting a new
roof on the Boardman House until August, 1978, at which time the said roof must
be fully constructed, provided further that the costs of said new roof in the
amount of $4,850.00 shall be immediately earmarked for said roof upon receipt
of the Appalachian Funds in a separate account.
December 29, 1977 289
RESOLUTION NO. 343—AWARD OF BIDS—HIGHWAY
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted with Representative
Dates casting a dissenting vote.
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Public Works has advertised in accordance
with specifications filed in his office on the following equipment:
1—New Automobile
2—Pickup Trucks
1-24,000 GVW Cab and Chassis
1—Road Widener
WHEREAS, the following were the lowest responsible bidders meeting all
specifications as follows:
Erie J. Miller, Ithaca, New York, with a net bid of $4,400.00 for one new auto-
mobile taking into consideration an allowance for a used automobile in the amount
of $1,012.00.
Spencer Ford Sales, Inc., Spencer, New York, with a net bid of $9,868.14 for
two pickup trucks, taking into consideration trade-in allowance of $3,000.00 for
two used Ford pickups.
Spencer Ford Sales, Inc., Spencer, New York, with a net bid of $8,394.00, tak-
ing into consideration trade-in allowance of $2,600.00 for one used cab and chassis.
Syracuse Supply Co., Syracuse, New York, with a net bid of $22,395.00 for
one road widener, taking into consideration trade-in allowance for one used Thrun
road widener.
CCO Equipment, Inc. with a net bid of $56,643.00 for one front end loader
taking into consideration trade-in allowance for one used front end loader.
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 of Tompkins.
RESOLUTION NO. 344—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
TOMPKINS COUNTY UNIT, AMERICAN CANCER
SOCIETY
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute a contract with the
Tompkins County Unit, American Cancer Society for the Nursing/Home Care
Registry for the year 1977 which will provide a total payment from the County
not to exceed $599.95.
RESOLUTION NO. 345—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
TOMPKINS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS'
COUNCIL, INC.
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute a contract with the
Tompkins County Senior Citizens' Council for the Newsletter to Older Persons
("The Senior Circle") for the period May 1, 1977—December 31, 1977 which will
provide a total payment from the County not to exceed $3,988.52.
RESOLUTION NO. 346—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
TOMPKINS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS' COUNCIL
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the Chair-
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man of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute a contract with the
Tompkins County Senior Citizens' Council for the Exercise Prorgram for the year
1977 which will provide a total payment from the county not to exceed $1,599.26.
RESOLUTION NO. 347—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
OFFICE FOR THE AGING
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Kidney. 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 614 sq. feet of space from the Cooperative Extension of
Tompkins County in their building at 225 South Fulton Street, Ithaca, New York,
from January 1, 1978 through December 31, 1978, at the annual rate of $3.00 per
sq. foot or a total of $1,842.00 per year.
RESOLUTION NO. 348—DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPERS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted with Representatives
Holden, Miller, Ray casting dissenting votes. (Party majority signatures were
obtained for each newspaper.)
RESOLVED, That the following newspapers be and they hereby are desig-
nated 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 subject, however, to
the majority of the members representing each party signs such designation pur-
suant to Section 214 of the County Law, to wit: Ithaca Journal, Ithaca, New York;
Ithaca New Times, Ithaca, New York.
RESOLUTION NO. 349—AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN DRAFTS—COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
Moved by Mr. Kidney, seconded by Mr. Haight. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized and directed to
sign all drafts of the County of Tompkins.
RESOLUTION NO. 350—AUTHORIZATION TO ENCUMBER FUNDS—
VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
Moved by Mr. Kidney, seconded by Mrs. Livesay. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is authorized to encumber
funds at the close of the year for various departments as requested and required.
RESOLUTION NO. 351—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONTRACT—
TOMPKINS COUNTY FEDERATION OF
SPORTSMEN'S CLUBS
Moved by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Culligan. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, 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
1978 regarding the expenditure of monies approved to said Sportsmen's Club by
the Board of Representatives for said year.
December 29, 1977 291
RESOLUTION NO. 352—AWARD OF BID—PRINTING OF 1978
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF
REPRESENTATIVES
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Holden. 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 1978 in accord-
ance with specifications filed in her office, and
WHEREAS, the bid of Arnold Printing Corporation, Ithaca, New York for
furnishing 200 copies at $23.10 per page for 8 pt. body matter and $28.30 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 1978 be and the same
hereby is awarded to Arnold Printing Corporation, Ithaca, New York.
RESOLUTION NO. 353—REJECTION OF BIDS DATA PROCESSING—
ASSESSMENT DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Kidney, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Director of Assessment and the
Budget and Administration Committee, That the bids received for data processing
in the Assessment Department be and the same hereby are rejected because other
known bidders could not get bids in on time due to severe inclement weather.
RESOLUTION NO. 354—UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Clynes. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the new Federal Law (P.L. 94-566) mandated several changes in
the Federal and State IJ. I. Program, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the Chair-
man of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute the necessary forms
and papers so that Tompkins County will be covered under this new mandated
program on the Benefit Reimbursement Method, effective January 1, 1978.
RESOLUTION NO. 355—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—VARIOUS
DEPARTMENTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Haight. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Theisen and Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the following transfer of funds be and they hereby are approved:
Account From To Amount
Clerk, Board of Representatives
County Clerk
A 1040.400
1112.100
1112.300
1112.100
1113.300
1135.110
1135.110
1135.110
1135.110
1140.100
1135.110
1145.300
1112.100
1155.300
1040.300
1112.400
1112.400
1113.400
1113.400
1135.300
1135.400
1136.300
1136.400
1140.400
1145.400
1145.400
1155.400
1155.400
$ 222.00
547.00
430.00
3,714.00
88.00
141.00
114.00
105.00
1,235.00
2,828.00
345.00
150.00
485.00
31.00
292 December 29, 1977
Account From To Amount
Legal Defense -Indigents 1170.400 1170.120 2,356.00
Motor Vehicle Bureau 1410.400 1411.400 273.00
County Attorney 1420.300 1420.400 100.00
Personnel 1430.200 1430.410 213.00
1430.200 1430.400 322.00
1430.300 1430.400 1,936.00
Elections 1450.400 1451.400 633.00
Buildings and Grounds 1620.460 1620.440 304.00
1620.460 1620.480 5.00
Sheriff 3110.400 3110.300 165.00
Jail 3110.400 3150.300 5,200.00
3110.410 3150.300 736.00
3110.410 3110.300 50.00
County Sealer 3630.200 2630.400 169.00
Public Health 4010.110 4012.400 771.00
Mental Health 4310.100 4310.400 1,782.00
4310.410 4310.400 559.00
4310.860 4310.840 193.00
Social Services 6140.400 6010.400 10,000.00
6140.400 6010.500 1,000.00
6140.400 6070.400 40,000.00
6140.400 6101.400 60,000.00
6140.400 6103.400 6,000.00
6140.400 6109.400 10,000.00
6140.400 6119.400 30,000.00
6140.400 6142.400 3,000.00
6030.400 6030.300 100.00
Office for Aging 7610.400 7610.300 1,940.00
Sanitary Landfill 8160.300 8160.400 7,533.00
Employee Benefits -Workmen's Comp. 9060.00 9040.00 85.00
Airport B 5610.860 5610.840 33.00
5610.200 5610.300 492.00
Hospital C 4510.300 4510.200 11,777.00
4510.300 4510.400 18,000.00
4510.300 4510.100 83,500.00
Library L 7410.100 7410.200 2,527.00
7410.200 7410.400 2,537.00
7410.830 7410.200 148.00
7410.860 7410.200 357.00
Highway Machinery E 5130.200 E 5130.300 1,267.50
5130.810 5130.300 1,930.00
5130.860 5130.300 827.00
5130.830 5130.300 41.00
County Road D 3310.400 D 3310.100 1,050.00
5010.300 5010.100 531.00
5010.400 5010.100 474.00
3310.300 5010.100 934.00
3310.400 5010.100 438.00
5110.300 5010.100 748.00
5110.300 5142.400 12,286.00
5110.300 5110.100 10,099.00
5110.400 5110.100 4,101.00
5110.400 5110.840 4,200.00
5110.400 5110.860 24.00
5110.400 5142.300 1,894.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said transfers on his books, and any other additional transfers
required to clear balances from the books at year end, any additional entries made
by the County Administrator shall be reported back to the Board.
December 29, 1977 293
RESOLUTION NO. 356 -APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND
AND VARIOUS FUND BALANCES -VARIOUS
DEPARTMENTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Haight. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused -
Representatives Theisen and Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Budget and Administration Com-
mittee, That the following appropriations be and they hereby are approved:
Account From To Amount
Court Library A 1990 1160.300 $ 460.00
Unified Court Budget Costs 1162.400 16,620.00
District Attorney 1165.200 489.00
1165.300 521.00
1165.400 6,397.00
Legal Defense of Indigents 1170.120 37.00
Justice Fees 1180.110 100.00
County Attorney 1420.400 340.00
Personnel 1430.400 3,350.00
Education -Physically
Handicapped Children 2960.400 6,673.00
Jail 3150.400 3,532.00
Fire and Disaster Coordinator 3410.200 28.00
3410.300 33.00
3410.400 43.00
Sanitary Landfill 8160.400 14,630.00
Clerk, Board of Representatives 1040.100 1,450.00
County Court 1113.100 1,084.00
Surrogate Court 1145.100 257.00
Commissioner of Jurors 1155.100 248.00
District Attorney 1165.100 7,031.00
Medical Examiner 1185.100 917.00
Assessment, Administration 1355.100 4,875.00
Assessment, Tax Map Division 1356.100 500.00
Assessment, Field Division 1357.100 3,150.00
County Attorney 1420.100 1,925.00
Public Works 1490.100 1,064.00
Buildings and Grounds 1620.100 1,600.00
Central Printing and Mailing 1670.100 400.00
Sheriff 3110.100 30,000.00
Jail 3150.100 5,550.00
Fire and Disaster Coordinator 3410.100 1,800.00
County Sealer 3630.100 665.00
Social Services, Administration 6010.100 34,000.00
Social Services, County Horne 6030.100 5,700.00
Social Services, County Farm 6090.100 200.00
Office for the Aging 7610.100 4,800.00
Planning 8020.100 4,400.00
Human Rights Commission 8040.100 380.00
Sanitary Landfill 8160.100 2,650.00
Mental Health 4310.400 9,729.00
Airport Fund Balance
Library Fund Balance
Hospital Fund Balance
Highway Machinery Fund Balance
County Road Fund Balance
B 5610.100
5610.400
L 7410.100
C 4510.100
E 5130.300
5130.400
5130.840
D 5142.100
5142.300
$177,628.00
5,100.00
4,205.00
13,327.00
288,500.00
19,470.00
1,135.00
51.00
17,500.00
356.00
294 December 29. 1977
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administraator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriations on his books and any other additional
appropriations required to clear credit balances from the books at year end, any
additional entries made by the County Administrator shall be reported back to
the board.
RESOLUTION NO. 357—BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Haight. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Theisen, Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the following budget adjustments be and they hereby are approved:
Revenue Account-3330—Security Costs—Courts
Appropriation Account-1111.120—County Court
Revenue Account-3330—Security Costs—Courts
Appropriation Account-1111.420—County Court
Revenue Account-4751—State Anti -Recession Funds
Appropriation Account-1170.120—Legal Defense
Revenue Account-1060—Relevy—Return School Taxes
Appropriation Account-1960.400—Unpaid School Tax
Revenue Account-3277—State Aid—Physically Handicapped Children
Appropriation Account-2960.400—Education—P. H. Children
Revenue Account—D2306—County Road—Bridges
Appropriation Account—D5110.410—Contr. Br.
Revenue Account—D2306—County Road—Bridges
Appropriation Account—D5142.400—County Road—Snow
Revenue Account—D2770—County Road—Other Inc.
Appropriation Account—D5142.400—County Road—Snow
$ 4,100.00
4,100.00
50.00
50.00
15,802.00
15,802.00
32,170.00
32,170.00
6,673.00
6,673.00
87,382.00
87,382.00
76.618.00
76,618.00
16,000.00
16,000.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said budget adjustments on his books at year end and any
additional entries made by the County Administrator shall be reported back to the
board.
RESOLUTION NO. 358—SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION TO REPRINT
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION REPORT—
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Ray. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Theisen, Webster -2. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Planning Department did complete r, study and did publish a
limited edition of a Historical Preservation Report for the county under a 701
Planning Grant. and
WHEREAS, the report has received high praise and the demand for copies
far exceeded the supply which is now exhausted, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee and the Budget and Administration Committee, That a supplemental
appropriation of $1,800 be made from the 1977 Contingency Fund, A-1990, to the
Planning Department budget, 8020.400, for the printing of 500 additional copies of
the report, with the understanding that copies of the report will be sold to recover
about 75% of the cost of the reprinting, and
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized
and directed to make such appropriation and encumber said funds for payment of
the printing in 1978.
RESOLUTION NO. 359—FUNDING PLAN FOR AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Dates. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Theisen, Webster -2. Adopted.
December 29, 1977 295
WHEREAS, certain plans have been completed for improvements to the Air-
port Parking Lot, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on the recommendation of the Planning and Public Works and
the Budget and Administration Committees, That the following financial plan be
adopted:
Parking Lot Improvements
H (86) 471—Financing to be provided from Airport Enterprise
Fund $21,000.00
H (36) 890—Authorizations 21,000.00
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $21,000.00 be appropriated from the
Airport Enterprise Fund Balance to the Airport Capital Construction Account—
Parking Lot Improvements.
It was Moved by Mr. Holden, That Resolution No. 322—Creation of Position—
Hospital, and Resolution No. 325—Terminate Unnecessary State Deprivation of
County Road Fund Monies, be lifted from the table. Motion to Lift from Table
Adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 322—CREATION OF POSITION—HOSPITAL
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Ayes -13. Noes— 0. Excused
—Representatives Theisen and Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Personnel Committees,
That one position of X-ray Technician (Ultra Sound) (09-16) competitive class,
labor grade IX be created effective January 1, 1978,
RESOLVED, further, That the following budget adjustment.be made:
Hospital Revenue Account: Patient Revenues—Account C-1635 $8,738.00
Appropriation Account: Personal Services—C4510.100 $8,738.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said 1978 budget adjustment on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 325—TERMINATE UNNECESSARY STATE
DEPRIVATION OF COUNTY ROAD MONIES
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Dates. Adopted with Representatives
Robey and Benson casting dissenting votes.
WHEREAS, in 1972 the State of New York saw fit to impose an arbitrary
limitation on the amount of monies that would be reimbursed, in accordance with
the Highway Law, to the various County Road Funds throughout this State, and
WHEREAS, this limitation was set at "no more than each such County Road
Fund received in 1971 ...,", and
WHEREAS, the State General Fund has been the beneficiary of the ever
growing surplus of these funds which are based upon gasoline tax revenues and
vehicular license fees, and
WHEREAS, this unnatural deprivation of vitally needed monies which are
clearly due the various County Road Funds under Section 112 of the Highway Law
has been continued from year to year as a "matter of form" in the annual local
assistance legislation prepared by the Division of the Budget in the Executive
Department, regardless of the relative needs of the State or its Counties, and
WHEREAS, the State of New York now faces a certain budget surplus,
WHEREAS, the various Counties of this State will face economic difficulties
of such scope that local contributions to County Road Funds are being further
squeezed and minimized, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Board of Representatives demands
that the Division of the Budget reinstitute these vitally needed reimbursements
and that the State Legislature do all in its power to ensure that this arbitrary
limitation of reimbursements of these road -user revenues not be included again in
the upcoming local assistance budget bill,
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution he sent to the Governor;
296 December 29, 1977
Division of the Budget; State Senator William T. Smith; Assemblyman Gary Lee;
the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees and the Assembly Transpor-
tation and Ways and Means Committees.
RESOLUTION NO. 360—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Haight. Ayes -13. Noes -0. Excused—
Representatives Theisen, Webster -2. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $ 87,918.04
Encumbrances 129.35
County Self -Insurance 368.00
Print Transfers 2,079.21
Airport 3,198.46
Highway 119,323.89
Total $213,022.95
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 hereby is authorized and di-
rected to pay said claims so audited out of the various funds appropriated there-
for.
Mr. Watros placed on the table the names of Mr. Jerry Mickelson and Mrs.
Caroline Barlow for consideration of appointment to the Library Board of
Trustees.
Chairman MacNeil placed in nomination the names of Gerald Tucker—City of
Ithaca; Betty Friedlander—City of Ithaca; Martha Allee—Village of Cayuga
Heights for appointment to the County Youth Board and asked for the board's
confirmation. Adopted.
Mr. Culligan placed in nomination for reappointment to the Board of Health
the name of John Carpenter. Upon hearing no further nominations, the chairman
declared Mr. Carpenter a member of the Board of Health for a six-year appoint-
ment which expires December 31, 1983.
Mr. Culligan placed in nomination the names of Mrs. Sylvia Wahl, Mr. James
Gibbs for reappointment to the Office for the Aging Advisory Committee for a
three-year term which expires December 31, 1980, and the name of Mr. Howard
Tyler to replace Mr. Fred Morris who resigned, for a three-year term which ex-
pires December 31, 1980. Upon hearing no further nominations, the Chairman
declared the above-named persons members of the Office for the Aging Advisory
Committee.
Mr. Culligan placed in nomination for reappointment to the Hospital Board of
Managers the names of Marguerite Uphoff, Arthur W. Brodeur, Anne T. Jones
for a five-year term which expires December 31, 1982. Upon hearing no further
nominations, the Chairman declared the above-named persons members of the
Hospital Board of Managers.
Chairman MacNeil placed in nomination the name of Barbara Fellows for
reappointment as Election Commissioner. Upon hearing no further nominations,
he declared Mrs. Fellows Election Commissioner for a ,two-year term which ex-
pires December 31, 1979.
Mrs. Livesay spoke relative to coverage on animal control. She said the SPCA
is being contracted to provide coverage from 9-5 Monday through Friday and the
people who have problems with dogs nights and weekends should call their county
December 29, 1977 297
representative. She said the aim of the Legislative Committee and the Ad Hoc
Dog Committee has been to reduce the amount of tax money.
Mr. Robert Williamson, County Attorney, stated he met with Dr. Manuel
Posso who said he will continue in his position as Medical Examiner for a short
period of time. (In a letter dated December 6, 1977, Dr. David Safadi said that
under existing arrangements after January 6, 1978, he would no longer be or
work as medical examiner of Tompkins County.)
RESOLUTION NO. 361—RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION—CLAUDE W.
HOLDEN, HERBERT W. HAIGHT AND
JAMES E. KIDNEY
Moved by Mr. Miller, seconded and adopted unanimously.
WHEREAS, Claude W. Holden, Herbert W. Haight and James E. Kidney are
retiring as members of the Board December 31, 1977, and
WIIEREAS, Claude W. Holden has served on the Board continuously since
January 1, 1959, and
WHEREAS, during his term of office Representative Holden has been Chair-
man and member of the Highway, Planning and Public Works, Education, Per-
sonnel, Equalization and Conservation Committees, and
WHEREAS, he has been liaison to the Tompkins -Cortland Community Col-
lege Board of Trustees and served on the Tompkins County Area Development
Corporation, the Finger Lakes Association, the Greater Ithaca Activities Board
and Soil Conservation District, and
WHEREAS, he has served on many other committees including Budget and
Administration, and
WHEREAS, Herbert W. Haight has served on the Board from 1974, and
WHEREAS, he has chaired the Public Safety and Corrections Committee dur-
ing his term of office and been a member of the Health Committee and Social
Services Committee, and also served on the Board of Health and Soil Conservation
District, and
WHEREAS, James E. Kidney has served on the Board continuously from
1975, and
WHEREAS, he is a member of the Budget and Administration Committee,
Personnel and Planning and Public Works Committees, and
WHEREAS, he has served on the District Forest Practice Board and the
Resource Conservation and Development Board, and
WHEREAS, all of the aforesaid representatives have served with distinction
on the Board and have given untiringly of their time in attending to their duties
as representatives, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That this Board unanimously expresses its appreciation and
thanks to each of the aforesaid retiring members of the Board and wishes them
the best of health and prosperity in the years to come.
Mr. Holden stated he has appreciated working with the board and will miss it.
Mr. Haight expressed appreciation to the Public Safety Committee and other
committees he has worked on. He has enjoyed working on the board.
Mr. Kidney stated he has enjoyed his term on the board.
Mr. Robey asked for an executive session regarding the on-call situation. An
executive session was called.
The meeting was reconvened and adjourned at 1:40 p.m.
September 26, 1977 163
PUBLIC HEARING
SEPTEMBER 26, 1977
MALL AIRWAYS, INC.
Chairman MacNeil called the public hearing to order at 10:00 a.m.
The clerk read the notice of public hearing regarding Mall Airways, Inc. at
the Tompkins County Airport which was published in the official newspapers.
No one appeared and the public hearing was closed.
REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 26, 1977
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:14 a.m.
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Present: 14 Representatives. Excused—Representative Miller (arrived 10:37
a.m.)
The minutes of the September 12th meeting were approved.
The clerk noted the following correspondence had been received for filing
and/or referred to the proper committee for action:
Minutes from the John W. Cowper Co., Inc. of September 7 re Tompkins
County Hospital; memo from Department of State re "701" grant recipients in-
crease; Board of Trustees, Tompkins -Cortland Community College resolution re
professional salary agreement for 1977-78; notice of late petition filing re
NYSE&G application for certificate of environmental compatibility and public
need; Village of Lansing appointment of Patricia Roundtree of Gaslight Village
to the County Youth Board; minutes of Ulysses Town Board meeting of August
9th appointing John Sterling to the County Youth Board; New York State Depart-
ment of Environmental Conservation announcement of meetings the week of Octo-
ber 3 re boundaries for regional solid waste management planning and hearings
on SEQR changes September 29 to October 4; memo from Department of Labor
report for Summer Program for Economically Disadvantaged Youth; copy of
letter from Public Service Commission to Assemblyman Gary Lee re New York
Telephone extended area service (EAS) between Groton and Ithaca; copy of letter
from Philip L. Toia, Director of the Budget, to John Murphy instructing all state
budget examining units to work toward a no -growth budget for fiscal year 1978-
79; weekly progress report of the John W. Cowper Co., Inc. for September 9 re
Tompkins County Hospital; EMC resolution for Sheriff's Department participation
in noise enforcement law training of Environmental Conservation; copy from
Commissioner of Planning of Hospital Building Utilization report: appointment of
Mrs. Caroline Bingham to County Youth Bureau Board by Town of Newfield, and
appointment of Mrs. Carol Burgess by Village of Freeville; copy of letter from
Michael Martin to John Murphy requesting Human Services Coalition review of
over $1,000 requests for new programs and/or equipment; letter from Joseph
Greenberger proposing possible pontoon bridge permitting trolley to run over it
for sightseers and avoid problems of Octopus; copy of letter from Salvation Army
to Mr. Culligan re "sobering -up station" status; copy of testimony of T. D.
Mounts, Charles Hall, Robert Pohl; Errata Sheet for Stipulation, Draft Stipula-
tion on Ash Disposal and the PSC direct case on need—forecast by Robert Whit-
aker and Leon V. Talmage re Case 80002—Cayuga Station; copy of resolutions
from Cortland, Schuyler and Steuben County Legislatures re Authorizing NYS
Department of Correction to study Regional Jail Concept; letter from Conrad
Tunney, Executive Director, Finger Lakes Association, Inc. re new Tourist Promo-
tion Act application for grant requesting designation as the official tourist
agency; letter from Sheriff Howard re leaking of the Old Courthouse basement;
memo from Frank Liguori re suggested program to assist small communities in
164 September 26, 1977
providing group sewerage systems; Weekly Progress Report from John W. Cow-
per Co. ending September 16, 1977; letters from Dan Marvin, Vice -President, J. D.
Gallagher re rental space for Human Services Coalition; letter from Don Povendo
urging Board of Representatives to vote funds to acquire Lehigh Valley Railroad
right-of-way; executed agreement between County of Tompkins, Human Rights
Commission and the DeWitt Building for rental of office space.
Copies of letters to Robert Watros, Chairman, Intergovernmental Relations
Committee and Hugh Hurlbut regarding a resolution to change grade of library
director and to increase salary; copy of letter from Mayor Edward Conley to Wil-
liam E. Redmond, State Industrial Coordinator, Albany, re proposed economic
development bond issue; resolution from Chenango County Board of Supervisors
requesting NYS Commission of Correction to undertake a study to determine cer-
tain aspects of the regional jail concept; revised comprehensive youth services
planning guidelines from Richard Desrochers, NYS Division for Youth; late peti-
tion of Labor -Business Coalition of South Central New York to be named a party
to a certification of environmental and public need for Cayuga Station pursuant
to Article VIII of the Public Service Law of the State of New York; Public Serv-
ice Commission answers to interrogatories and attachments 1-4 re Case 80002—
Cayuga Station; copy of letter from Huber Magill Lawrence & Farrell to Public
Service Commission re Cayuga Station; revised summary of Airport Development
Program; The John W. Cowper Co., Inc. progress meeting of September 20 and
coordination meeting of September 21; Finger Lakes Runners Club and Adiron-
dack Mountain Club, Inc. favoring the county's acquisition of the abandoned Le-
high Valley Railroad property; copy of Department of Transportation letter to
Lehigh Railroad re abandoned property of Auburn and Ithaca Branch and Seneca
Falls Branch; copy of a letter of Harry Hamilton to President of the Bar Associa-
tion suggesting a complete set of Tompkins County Tax Maps on the third floor
of the courthouse.
Under privilege of the floor, Mr. Culligan said he was again at the airport
and he is not happy with the entrance and the placement of the ticket machine for
parking. He also reported that at a recent state meeting, many counties bring
their county flag. He feels it would be beneficial to look into a county flag and
perhaps someone in the community with skills to design a flag could design one.
Mr. Ray asked if anything has been done to indicate to the State about speed-
ing up the lowering of the lake because of the present high level.
Mr. Frank Liguori, Commissioner of Planning, reviewed the situation. He
feels the New York State Department of Transportation and the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation know the concerns of the people on
different lakes and they do have a model program on how best to reduce levels on
various portions of it without affecting people downstream by decreasing too
much. He said they know the situation and are sure they are on top of it. There is
now underway a major study by the Corps of Engineers to try to arrive at an
improved model.
Mr. Dates said in the last four years there have been two public hearings in
the Town of Lansing that were well attended by cottage owners and people in
Cayuga County and the State Corps of Engineers. He feels the county representa-
tives have done all they can.
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Chairman MacNeil referred Mr. Culligan's criticism of the airport problem to
Mr. Clynes.
Mr. Webster reported a Public Safety and Correction and Social Services
Committee meeting will be held tomorrow afternoon to discuss the IV -D Program.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, reported they met last Thursday
and everyone should have received a copy of Mr. Williamson's full report on the
County Attorney's interpretation of the duties of the medical examiner's office.
September 26, 1977 165
The interpretation indicates that the law is vague. If it is creating confusion in
minds perhaps there should be a change in the law at a local law level. They have
invited Dr. David Safadi to answer inquiries from the County Attorney's report.
Mr. Culligan also reported he attended a State meeting of Coroners and Med-
ical Examiners' Association. He said the Salvation Army appeared at their Health
Committee meeting regarding their construction of a new building for a center
for emergency help, basically a sobering -up station. They have a donor ready to
give an amount of money to build a $200,000 building but need to have a three-
year contract with the county and the city—$25,000 county and approximately
$7,000 to $10,000 for city to operate this program. They need to know by Novem-
ber 1. He said the Health Committee has asked the Human Services Coalition to
investigate and work closely with Mr. Deluca, the new Director of Mental Health
Services. He said the committee approved four typist positions for business at the
hospital because there is such a backlog of billing. They approved for the balance
of this year the x-ray technologist at labor grade IX. The Radiology Department
is very busy. The committee passed a transfer of funds for the Mental Health
Department for the interim coverage for nights and weekends. He noted the sched-
ule of Health Committee meetings for the month of October.
Mr. Webster commented that there was difficulty communicating through the
small opening at the admissions counter and suggested perhaps the opening could
be enlarged. Mr. Culligan referred this to Mr. Clynes.
Mr. Culligan also said they received one resignation from the Hospital Board
of Managers.
Mr. Dates said he and Mr. Culligan attended the first meeting of the Coroners
of New York State at the meeting of the New York Association of Counties.
Mr. Robey pointed out an article that appeared in the New York Times about
the report of the President's Commission on Mental Health which has some fright-
ening findings. The report says psychiatric and psychological disorders among
Americans were worse than previously believed. About one fourth of the popula-
tion suffers severe emotional stress.
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said the Public Safety and
Corrections Committee and the Social Services Committee will be meeting tomor-
row relative to the IV -D situation. He said he met with the Human Services Coali-
tion last Friday about the Coalition itself.
Mr. Robey said at the last meeting that Mr. Miller reported the group home
situation was a neighborhood problem. It is his understanding that wasn't the
entire situation. He said he met with the Fall Creek Civic Association and they
were quite concerned. They were certain the administration of the home was poor
and if the home moved there would still be a problem in another neighborhood. He
said he would like to set up a meeting with Mr. Miller's committee. Mr. Miller
said he researched it and he feels his answer is as he reported at the last meeting
but would be glad to meet with them.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works Committee, reported they
met three times since the last meeting getting the airport package ready and re-
viewing budgets. They received the funding offer for the federal government on
the airport projects with the exception of the snow plow. All bids on the snowplow
were rejected and will be rebid. They will have several resolutions to present on
the airport projects this morning. The committee expressed concern over the com-
munications from the County Attorney and County Administrator regarding the
prospects of ever getting clear title to the Lehigh Valley Railroad property. It was
the opinion of the committee to refer it back to the County Attorney and certainly
if they can't get clear title, they wouldn't necessarily want that property.
Mr. Clynes also reported regarding the question of the airport tower. They
are receving input from the community and talked with Cornell University and
they are talking with Allegheny and Allegheny is working through their lobbying
166 September 26, 1977
group in opposition to closing this tower. The committee did express support for
the revolving fund on the specialized design of the sewage plants for small com-
munities and passed it on to the Health Committee. The committee is meeting
October 4th with the Boardman Planetarium people regarding the contract with
the county.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, said they met regarding resolu-
tions pertaining to abolishing and upgrading and a work study program at Cornell
University.
Chairman MacNeil asked if Mr. Watros had looked into the decreasing use of
books at the county library.
Mr. Watros explained they met several times concerning the 1978 budget re-
quests. They met with the Library, Historical Society and Board of Elections. At
the meeting with the Library, they discussed the concern of reducing circulation
and they were informed it appears to be somewhat of a short-term trend and
probably would not be something that would last. Overall annual circulation prob-
ably will end up higher than last year. There was no concern expressed by repre-
sentatives of the library. They did not make any decision as to budget request and
will be meeting again. They expect them to provide information relative to circu-
lation at the next meeting.
Mr. Webster reported that a new CETA employee has been hired to work
with the Criminal Justice Advisory Board as a project aide and research assistant.
The person hired has a unique experience and background. One thing he will be
asked to do is gather data and do research on the question of the Assigned Coun-
sel System. It is his hope they can perhaps demonstrate a cost savings rather than
suggesting a program that is going to cost more money. There is a Criminal Jus-
tice Advisory Board meeting Thursday and will be meeting with the new Mental
Health Director and making known to him their concerns.
Chairman MacNeil introduced Mr. Bryce Smith, the new Project Aide and
Research Assistant for the Criminal Justice Advisory Board.
Mrs. Livesay, Special Legislative Committee, said they met about two weeks
ago. They heard extensive reports on the duties of the Environmental Management
Council and Mr. Theisen expressed their concern that the County obtain the rail-
road right-of-way. She and Mr. Miller met last Tuesday with the Resource Con-
servation and Development Board at TC3. There were concerns by that group that
Tompkins County's involvement with it is not what they had hoped. Mr. Miller
and Mr. Theisen are interested in increasing involvement. They met last week with
the Extension Service and reviewed their budget. They feel the budget is very
strict for the programs they are trying to do. They are commencing negotiations
of the SPCA contract for 1978. There was no contract for this year because they
had hoped to get into expanded coverage. There have been many problems. They
hope to have a twenty-four hour coverage contract.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, Public Safety and Correction Committee, also an-
nounced the important Public Safety and Corrections and Social Services Com-
mittee meeting to be held tomorrow. Their next meeting will be held October 4th
at 4 p.m. to discuss budgets.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration Committee, reported they
have taken the next step on the proposed revision of the charter and code which
is contacting department heads for input. When that input is received, they are
going to have typed up suggestions and revisions available for board members for
further action later. He explained the days collections at the hospital.
Mr. Murphy, County Administrator, noted that Mr. Toia, State Director of
Budget, sent letter indicating the goal for state budget this year was to work
towards no -growth budget for fiscal year 1978-79. He said Mr. Toia addressed the
group at the County Officers meeting and referred to the no -growth budget policy.
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Mr. Murphy also reported on hospital construction as of this date and distrib-
uted a summary sheet to the board.
Mrs. Anne Jones said the Coalition will be reviewing between now and Octo-
ber 15 those requests which have come from the county. There is interest in terms
of revenue sharing money in the city and county committees sitting down to-
gether and talking.
Mr. Robert Williamson, County Attorney, noted they received a decision from
PERB which orders the county to negotiate radiologist salaries.
Chairman MacNeil said he received from the Environmental Management
Council a copy of the Fall Creek Area Environmental Conservation recommenda-
tions and he referred it to the Planning and Public Works Committee.
Chairman MacNeil referred Mr. Culligan's suggestion relative to the county
flag to the Planning Department.
Chairman MacNeil said he received revised copies of the rules for the Division
of Youth and copies are available. He also declared the week of September 24th
"Strand Theatre Week." He attended the opening Saturday evening. He noted he
and Mr. Clynes attended a meeting to discuss the energy situation. He recom-
mended that the courthouse maintain thermostats at 65°. Regarding the request
that a committee be set up to study the office of District Atorney, he has requested
a committee of four—Richard Thaler, Edward Lutz, Robert Stolp, Clark Hamlin—
to serve.
Regarding the possibility of a committee to review the county's present CETA
positions and looking into those that might become permanent, since the lifetime
of the contract has such a long time to go, he feels it inappropriate to formulate
such a committee at this time until next year when they can ascertain from the
federal government how long these programs are going to continue.
Mrs. Livesay expressed her view that the CETA Advisory Board should be
able to look into this and be able to advise us of whether we ought to be doing
something.
Chairman MacNeil said there is a meeting September 28th in Canandaigua
regarding an appropriate designation of agencies within this county regarding
tourist trade. He asked Mr. Dates to make recommendations perhaps to the
Budget and Administration Committee to inform our board as to what these rec-
ommendations are.
Permission was given for the following resolutions to be added to the agenda:
Award of Bid—Election Supplies; Transfer of Funds—Mental Health.
RESOLUTION NO. 229—AWARD OF BID—ELECTION SUPPLIES
Moved by Mr. Watros, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Board of Elections did advertise for bids for certain election
supplies, and
WHEREAS, Arnold Printing Corporation submitted the only bid in the
amount of $8,168.00 for the items as set forth below:
1. Machine supplies for each of 61 voting machines $3,180.00
2. Supplies for Office of Board of Election 408.00
3. Inspector's Return 1,520.00
4. List of Nominations 350.00
5. Absentee Ballots 2,550.00
6. Spanish translation, City and Town of Dryden 40.00
Labor, sorting and packing 120.00
$8,168.00
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now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations Com-
mittee, That the bid of Arnold Printing Corporation in the amount of $8,168.00 be
accepted and approved,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to pay for said supplies with funds provided therefor.
RESOLUTION NO. 230—AWARDING OF BID, TERMINAL BUILDING AND
ACCESS AREA
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins did advertise for sealed bids for addi-
tions and improvements to the terminal building and access area in accordance
with plans and specifications approved by the Federal Aviation Administration
and the NYS Department of Transportation, and
WHEREAS, bids were duly advertised and received in accordance with stand-
ard procedures, and
WHEREAS, the low bidders were as follows: McGuire and Bennett, Inc., gen-
eral construction, $174,962; Donohue and Halverson, heating and ventilation,
$23,562; E. W. Tompkins, plumbing, $8,473; and Madison Electric, Inc., electrical,
$15,990 for a total bid price of $222,987, and
WHEREAS, the engineering costs for said work will be an additional $35,000,
making a total project cost of $257,987, and
WHEREAS, FAA and NYS DOT have made grant offers or commitments for
funding as follows: Total project cost $257,987; FAA share $138,728; NYS DOT
share $89,444; and County share $29,815, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the above low bidders be and they are hereby awarded the contracts
subject to approval by FAA and NYS DOT, and
RESOLVED, further, That a financing plan for local funding will be pre-
sented by separate resolution, and •
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board is hereby authorized
to execute all necessary contracts and agreements, and
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Fed-
eral Aviation Administration, New York State Department of Transportation,
Consultants, Airport Manager, Commissioner of Public Works, Commissioner of
Planning and the Contractors.
RESOLUTION NO. 231—AWARDING OF BID—CRASH FIRE AND
RESCUE BUILDING
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Kidney. Discussion followed. Mrs. Live -
say suggested there be an advisory board at the airport for functional operational
problems as well as an overall look and to advise on airport needs. She also said
we have a total of two and a half million dollar expenditures proposed here and
the federal government wants to shut down the control tower. She feels they have
serious thinking to do before they proceed with all the improvements. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins did advertise for sealed bids for the
construction of a crash, fire and rescue building in accordance with plans and
specifications approved by the Federal Aviation Administration and the NYS De-
partment of Transportation, and
WHEREAS, bids were duly advertised and received in accordance with stand-
ard procedures, and
WHEREAS, the low bidders were as follows: Contract No. 1, general con-
struction, McGuire and Bennett, Inc. $322,303.16; Contract No. 2, plumbing, Col-
lins and Walton Plumbing and Heating Contractors, Inc. $45,600; Contract No. 3,
heating and ventilating, Hogg -Nichols, Inc. $10,569; and Contract No. 4, electrical,
Bear Electric $35,447—for a total bid price of $414,219.16, and
WHEREAS, the engineering costs for said work are an additional $65,000,
making a total project cost of $479,219.16, and
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WHEREAS, FAA and NYS DOT have made grant offers or commitments for
funding as follows: Total project cost $479,219; Federal share $431,297; NYS
DOT share $35,941; and County share $11,980, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the low bidders be and they are hereby awarded the contracts subject
to approval by FAA and NYS DOT, and
RESOLVED, further, That a financing plan for local funding will be pre-
sented by separate resolution, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board is hereby authorized
to execute all necessary contracts and agreements, and
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Fed-
eral Aviation Administration, New York State Department of Transportation Con-
sultants, Airport Manager, Commissioner of Public Works, Commissioner of Plan-
ning and the Contractors.
RESOLUTION NO. 232—AWARDING OF BIDS, STRENGTHENING OF
RUNWAY 14-32
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Discussion took place.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins did advertise for sealed bids for the
strengthening of runway 14-32, taxiways and aprons, in accordance with plans
and specifications approved by the Federal Aviation Administration and the NYS
Department of Transportation, and
WHEREAS, said bids were duly advertised and received in accordance with
standard procedures, and
WHEREAS, alternate bids were requested for day paving versus night paving
and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Public Works Committee and FAA do both
recommend that the night paving be accepted because of the favorable bids re-
ceived and the advantages thereto, and
WI3EREAS, based upon Federal Aviation Administration grant offers and
NYS Department of Transportation commitments, funding for this project will be
as follows: Engineering costs $225,000; Construction costs $1,438,553.20; Total
Project Cost $1,663,553; FAA share $1,497,198; NYS DOT share $124,766; and
County share $41,589, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Com-
mittee, That the low bidder Chemung Contracting Corporation be and hereby is
awarded the bid at $1,438,553.20 including alternatives IA, II, III, subject to the
approval of FAA and NYS DOT, and
RESOLVED, further, That a financing plan for local funding will be pre-
sented by separate resolution, and
RESOLVED, further, That the Chairman of the Board is hereby authorized
to execute all necessary contracts and agreements, and
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Fed-
eral Aviation Administration, New York State Department of Transportation,
Consultants, Airport Manager, Commissioner of Public Works, Commissioner of
Planning and the Contractor.
RESOLUTION NO. 233—ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT OFFER FROM
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION FOR
AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Culligan. On behalf of the committee,
Mr. Clynes thanked Mr. Frank Liguori and Mr. John Joubert for getting this
project together. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration has made a grant offer to
the County of Tompkins dated September 23, 1977, and designated as Project No.
6-36-0047-05, Contract No. FA -EA -1656, for the maximum amount of $1,348,063
representing grant offer for the projects listed below for FY1977; and grant com-
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mitment of $342,828 for FY 1978, and $314,196 for FY 1979, for a total grant
commitment of $2,005,087:
1. Strengthening Runway 14-32, Taxiways and Aprons
2. CFR Building and Site Improvements
3. Terminal Building Improvements and Access
WHEREAS, the State of New York, Department of Transportation has an-
nounced that the County of Tompkins is eligible for State grants approximating
75% of the eligible non-federal share, and
WHEREAS, the proposed improvements are necessary and will benefit the
people of the county and are recommended by both the Federal Aviation Admin-
istration and the NYS Department of Transportation to improve the facilities at
the airport, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning and Public Works Commit-
tee, That the Board of Representatives hereby accepts the grant offer and com-
mitments and does authorize and direct the Chairman of the Board to execute the
grant agreement on behalf of the County of Tompkins,
RESOLVED, further, That an unconformed copy of said grant agreement is
hereby incorporated as part of this resolution and shall be attached thereto and
does represent a complete copy of the grant offer,
RESOLVED, further, That the local funding for said projects shall be pro-
vided by a separate financing resolution,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board shall forward certified
copies of this resolution to the Federal Aviation Administration (3), NYS Depart-
ment of Transportation, County Administrator, Commissioner of Public Works,
Airport Manager, and the Commissioner of Planning.
GRANT AGREEMENT
Part 1—Offer
Date of Offer: September 23, 1977
Tompkins County Airport
Project No.: 6-36-0047-05
Contract No.: FA -EA 1656
TO: The County of Tompkins, New York (hereinafter referred to as the
"Sponsor")
FROM: The United States of America (acting through the Federal Aviation
Administration, herein referred to as the "FAA")
WHEREAS, the Sponsor has submitted to the FAA a Project Application
dated August 12, 1977, for a grant of Federal funds for a project for development
of the Tompkins County Airport (herein called the "Airport"), together with plans
and specifications for such project, which Project Application, as approved by the
FAA is hereby incorporated herein and made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, the FAA has approved a project for development of the Airport
(herein called the "Project") consisting of the following -described airport devel-
opment:
Rehabilitate and Groove Runway 14-32 (approx. 5,800' x 150'); Rehabili-
tate Associated Taxiway (approx. 8,000' x 50') and apron (approx. 34,000
S.Y.); Construct a CFR Building; Expand Terminal Building including
Terminal Access Road;
all as more particularly described on the property map attached as Exhibit A to
the Project Application dated August 12, 1977, and in the plans and specifications
as approved for this project on July 15, 1977, August 12, 1977, and August 30,
1977, by or for the Chief, Airports District Office, Airports Division, Eastern Re-
gion, FAA, Valley Stream, New York, all of which are hereby incorporated herein
by reference and made a part hereof.
WHEREAS, this project will not be completed during Fiscal Year 1977, and
the total estimated cost of completion will be $2,375,359.
NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to and for the purpose of carrying out the
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provisions of the Airport and Airway Development Act of 1970, as amended (49
U.S.C. 1701), and in consideration of (a) the Sponsor's adoption and ratification
of the representations and assurances contained in said Project Application, and
its acceptance of this Offer as hereinafter provided, and (b) the benefits to accrue
to the United States and the public from the accomplishment of the Project and
the operation and maintenance of the Airport as herein provided. THE FEDERAL
AVIATION ADMINISTRATION, FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE UNITED
STATES, HEREBY OFFERS AND AGREES to pay, as the United States share
of the allowable costs incurred in accomplishing the Project, fifty percent of the
Terminal Building in FY 77, ninety percent of all remaining costs in FYs 77 and
78 and eighty percent of all such costs for FY -79.
This Offer is made on and subject to the following terms and conditions:
1. The maximum obligation of the United States payable under this Offer
shall be $1,348,063.00.
2. Pursuant to Section 19 of the Airport and Airway Development Act, as
amended, and at the Sponsor's request, the FAA does hereby commit the
United States to obligate an additional amount to this project for payment
of its share of the cost, in accordance with the terms hereof, not to exceed
the apportionments made to the Sponsor for Fiscal Year 78 and 79 pur-
suant to Section 15(a) (3) (A) of said Act, as amended, and subject to the
restrictions now or hereinafter imposed on the FAA on use of such appor-
tionments by, but not limited to, Appropriation Acts now or hereinafter
enacted.
The exact amount of these commitments will be established in amendments
to this Grant that will be duly executed by the parties ,herein when such
computations and obligations can be made in Fiscal Year 78 and 79. It is
further understood by the parties hereto that this commitment does not in
itself obligate, preclude nor restrict the FAA in the use of any funds made
available for discretionary use under Section 15 of said Act to further aid
the Sponsor in meeting the cost of this project under the terms of this
Agreement and limitations of law.
3. The Sponsor shall:
(a) begin accomplishment of the Project within days after acceptance
of this Offer or such longer time as may be prescribedby the FAA,
with failure to do so constituting just cause for termination of the
obligations of the United States hereunder by the FAA;
(b) carry out and complete the Project without undue delay and in ac-
cordance with the terms hereof, the Airport and Airway Development
Act of 1970, and Sections 152.51-152.63 of the Regulations of the Fed-
eral Aviation Administration (14 CFR 152) in effect as of the date of
acceptance of this Offer; which Regulations are hereinafter referred
to as the "Regulations";
carry out and complete the Project in accordance with the plans and
specifications and property map, incorporated herein, as they may be
revised or modified with the approval of the FAA.
4. The allowable costs of the project shall not include any costs determined
by the FAA to be ineligible for consideration as to allowability under Sec-
tion 152.47 (b) of the Regulations.
5. Payment of the United States share of the allowable project costs will be
made pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of Sections 152.65-
152.71 of the Regulations. Final determination as to the allowability of the
costs of the project will be made at the time of the final grant payment
pursuant to Section 152.71 of the Regulations: Provided, that, in the event
a semi-final grant payment is made pursuant to Section 152.71 of the Reg-
ulations, final determination as to the allowability of those costs to which
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such semi-final payment relates will be made at the time of such semi-
final payment.
6. The Sponsor shall operate and maintain the Airport as Provided in the
Project Application incorporated herein and specifically covenants and
agrees, in accordance with its Assurance 20 in Part V of said Project Ap-
plication, that in its operation and the operation of all facilities thereof,
neither it nor any person or organization occupying space or facilities
thereon will discriminate against any person or class of persons by reason
of race, color, creed or national origin in the use of any of the facilities
provided for the public on the airport.
7. The FAA reserves the right to amend or withdraw this Offer at any time
prior to its acceptance by the Sponsor.
8. This Offer shall expire and the United States shall not be obligated to pay
any part of the costs of the Project unless this Offer has been accepted by
the Sponsor on or before September 30, 1977, or such subsequent date as
may be prescribed in writing by the FAA.
9. In addition, the Sponsor shall:
(a) Incorporate or cause to be incorporated in each contract for construc-
tion work under the project, or any modification thereof, the equal
opportunity clause as set forth in Section 202 of Executive Order No.
11246 of 24 September 1965, or such modification thereof as may be
approved by the Secretary of Labor.
(b) Incorporate or cause to be incorporated in each bid or proposal form
submitted by prospective contractors for construction work under the
project the provisions prescribed by Section 152.61, Part 152, Federal
Aviation Regulations.
Be bound by said equal opportunity clause in any construction work
under the project which it performs itself other than through its own
permanent work force directly employed or through the permanent
work force directly employed by another agency of government.
(d) Cooperate actively with the FAA and the Secretary of Labor in ob-
taining the compliance of contractors and subcontractors with the
equal opportunity clause and the rules, regulations and relevant or-
ders of the Secretary of Labor.
(e) Furnish the FAA and the Secretary of Labor such information as they
may require for the supervision of such compliance and will otherwise
assist the FAA in the discharge of its primary responsibility for se-
curing compliance.
Refrain from entering into any contract or contract modification sub-
ject to Executive Order No. 11246 with a contractor debarred from, or
who has not demonstrated eligibility for, government contracts and
Federally -assisted construction contracts pursuant to Part II, Subpart
D of Executive Order No. 11246.
Carry out such sanctions and penalties for violation of the equal op-
portunity clause as may be imposed upon contractors and subcontrac-
tors by the FAA and the Secretary of Labor pursuant to Part II, Sub-
part D of Executive Order No. 11246; and in the event that the Spon-
sor fails or refuses to comply with its undertakings, the FAA may
cancel, terminate or suspend in whole or in part any contractual ar-
rangement it may have with the Sponsor, may refrain from extending
any further assistance under any of its programs subject to Executive
Order 11246 until satisfactory assurance of future compliance has been
received from such applicant, or may refer the case to the Department
of Justice for appropriate legal proceedings.
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(f)
(g)
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10. The Sponsor will send a copy of all Invitations for Bids, advertised or
negotiated, for concessions or other businesses at the airport to the appro-
priate Office of Minority Business Enterprise (OMBE) representative as
identified by the FAA Regional Civil Rights Office. The Sponsor will dis-
close and make information about the contracts, contracting procedures
and requirements available to the designated OMBE representative and
minority firms on the same basis that such information is disclosed and
made available to other organizations or firms. Responses by minority
firms to Invitations for Bids shall be treated in the same manner as all
other responses to the Invitations for Bids.
Compliance with the preceding paragraph will be deemed to constitute
compliance by the Sponsor with requirements of 49 CFR 21 Appendix C(A)
(1)(X), regulations of the Office of the Secretary of Transportation.
11. The grantee agrees to effectuate the purposes of Section 30 of the Airport
and Airway Development Act of 1970, as amended, by assuring that Mi-
nority Business Enterprises shall have the maximum opportunity to par-
ticipate in the performance of contracts financed in whole or in part with
federal funds provided under this agreement. For the purposes of this
provision, "Minority Business Enterprise" means a business enterprise that
is owned by, or is controlled by, a socially or economically disadvantaged
person or persons. Such disadvantage may arise from cultural, racial, re-
ligious, sex, national origin, chronic economic circumstances or background
or other similar cause. Such Persons may include, but are not limited to,
Blacks not of Hispanic origin; persons of Hispanic origin; Asians or Pacific
Islanders; American Indians; and Alaskan natives. Grantee further agrees
to comply with such regulations as may be issued by the Federal Aviation
Administration to implement Section 30 of the Act.
12. It is understood and agreed that no part of the Federal share of an airport
development project for which a grant is made under the Airport and Air-
way Development Act of 1970, as amended (49 U.S.C. 1701 et. seq.), or
under the Federal Airport Act, as amended (40 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.), shall
be included in the rate base in establishing fees, rates, and charges for
users of the airport.
13. This project and all work performed thereunder is subject to the Clean Air
Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. Accordingly,
(a) The Sponsor hereby stipulates that any facility to be utilized in per-
formance under the grant or to benefit from the grant is not listed on
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) List of Violating Facili-
ties.
(b) The Sponsor agrees to comply with all the requirements of Section 114
of the Clean Air Act and Section 308 of the Federal Water Pollution
Control Act and all regulations issued thereunder.
The Sponsor shall notify the FAA of the receipt of any communica-
tion from the EPA indicating that a facility to be utilized for per-
formance of or benefit from the grant is under consideration to be
listed on the EPA List of Violating Facilities.
(d) The Sponsor agrees that he will include or cause to be included in any
contract or subcontract under the grant which exceeds $100,000 the
criteria and requirements in these subparagraphs (a) through (d).
14. Assurance Number 18 of Part V of the Project Application incorporated
herein is amended by including at the end of the second sentence the fol-
lowing language:
"including the requirement that each air carrier, authorized to engage
directly in air transportation pursuant to Section 401 or 402 of the
Federal Aviation Act of 1958, using the Airport shall be subject to
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nondiscriminatory and substantially comparable rates, fees, rentals,
and other charges and nondiscriminatory conditions as are applicable
to all such air carriers which make similar use of the Airport and
which utilize similar facilities, subject to reasonable classfications such
as tenants or non -tenants, and combines passenger and cargo flights or
all cargo flights, and such classification or status as tenant shall not
be unreasonably withheld by any sponsor provided an air carrier as-
sumes obligations substantially similar to those already imposed on
tenant air carriers, This provision shall not require the reformation
of any lease or other contract entered into by the Sponsor before July
12, 1976."
15. It is understood and agreed that the typewritten description of airport de-
velopment appearing in item 7 on Page 1 of the Project Application is
hereby deleted and the typewritten description of airport development ap-
pearing in the second "WHEREAS" clause on Page 1 of the Grant Offer is
substituted in its place and stead.
16. The Sponsor hereby agrees and covenants that any and all flood insurance
coverage required by the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 with re-
spect to the buildings and/or personal property to be constructed and/or
acquired under this project will be purchased prior to the acquisition of
construction of any insurable interest and shall be maintained during the
useful life of such buildings or personal property.
The Sponsor's acceptance of this Offer and ratification and adoption of the
Project Application incorporated herein shall be evidenced by execution of this
instrument by the Sponsor, as hereinafter provided, and said Offer and Acceptance
shall comprise a Grant Agreement, as provided by the Airport and Airway Devel-
opment Act of 1970, constituting the obligations and rights of the United States
and the Sponsor with respect to the accomplishment of the Project and the opera-
tion and maintenance of the Airport. Such Grant Agreement shall become effective
upon the Sponsor's acceptance of this Offer and shall remain in full force and
effect throughout the useful life of the facilities developed under the Project but
in any event not to exceed twenty years from the date of said acceptance.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
By: JOSEPH ABERASTURI
Chief, New York Airports District Office,
Eastern Region
Part II—Acceptance
The County of Tompkins, New York, does hereby ratify and adopt all state-
ments, representations, warranties, covenants, and agreements contained in the
Project Application and incorporated materials referred to in the foregoing Offer
and does hereby accept said Offer and by such acceptance agrees to all of the
terms and conditions thereof.
Executed this day of , 19....
THE COUNTY OF TOMPKINS, NEW YORK
By
Title
(SEAL)
Attest:
Title:
September 26, 1977 175
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSOR'S ATTORNEY
I, , acting as Attorney for the County of Tompkins, New
York (herein referred to as the "Sponsor") do hereby certify:
That I have examined the foregoing Grant Agreement and the proceedings
taken by said Sponsor relating thereto, and find that the Acceptance thereof by
said Sponsor has been duly authorized and that the execution thereof is in all re-
spects due and proper and in accordance with the laws of the State of New York,
and further that, in my opinion, said Grant Agreement constitutes a legal and
binding obligation of the Sponsor in accordance with the terms thereof.
Dated at this day of , 19....
Title
RESOLUTION NO. 234—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
COUNTY OF TOMPKINS AND MALL AIRWAYS,
INC.
Moved by Mr. Clynes, seconded by Mr. Holden. Discussion took place.
Adopted.
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held after notice required by law on
proposed Agreement between the County of Tompkins and Mall Airways, Inc., and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing held on the 26th day of September, 1977,
at 10:00 o'clock in the morning thereof, no one appeared in opposition to said pro-
posed agreement, 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 said Agreement on behalf of the County.
RESOLUTION NO. 235—CHANGE ORDERS AND AMENDMENT OF
RESOLUTION NO. 194 OF 1976—CONTRACTS—
HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Hospital Construction Committee, the
Construction Manager, and the Architects, That the Chairman of the Construction
Committee be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute the following
change orders in the following contracts:
Sarkisian Bros., Inc.—General Contractor
Work in Boiler House + $1,424.00
Drain Tile under slabs + 2,683.00
Change and additions to hardware + 351.00
Install catch basin + 557.00
Replace drain tile + 1,086.00
Total Change Order C-15
E. W. Tompkins Co., Inc.—H.V.A.C.
Laundry Room Revisions
Add $6,101.00
— $ 945.00
Total Change Order H-6 Deduct $ 945.00
176 September 26, 1977
A. J. Eckert Co., Inc.—Plumbing
Add water and waste (x-ray)
Relocate sleeves
Total Change Order P-8
Emergency Generator Revisions
Changes in toilets (x-ray)
Total Change Order P-9
+ $2,060.00
+ 607.00
Add $2,667.00
+ $ 696.00
+ 332.00
Add $1,028.00
RESOLVED, further, to amend Resolution No. 194 dated August 26, 1976 in
order to reflect the contracts actually signed as follows:
Sarkisian Brothers, Inc., General Construction, to add Alternate C-5 (Entry
Road) at $19,000 making the total amount $8,468,000, and E. W. Tompkins Co.,
Inc., Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning, to add Alternate H-6 (Steam
Meter) at $7,500 making the total amount $3,158,600.
RESOLUTION NO. 236—TRANSFER OF FUNDS—MENTAL HEALTH
Moved by Mr. Culligan, seconded by Mr. Robey. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the total interim coverage expenses for August was $3,708.76,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health Committee, That the following
transfer be and hereby is approved:
From: Mental Health Administration—Personal Services
A4310.100 $1,920.00
To: Contractual and Other Expenses A4310.400 1,920.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized and directed to make said transfer on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 237—AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT—
DRYDEN SENIOR HOUSING CORPORATION AND
TOWN OF DRYDEN AND VILLAGE OF DRYDEN
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Ray. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget and Administration Commit-
tee, That the Chairman of the Board be and he hereby is authorized to execute an
agreement with the Dryden Senior Housing Corporation and the Town of Dryden
and the Village of Dryden for providing revenue sharing funds for the develop-
ment of the not-for-profit Dryden Senior Housing facility, which is to provide ap-
proximately fifty units of housing for the elderly of Tompkins County, it being
understood that $12,000.00, the County's share, has been previously appropriated
from revenue sharing funds for the aforesaid purpose.
Mrs. Livesay was concerned about the high vacancy rate of housing here in
Tompkins County and thought it might be appropriate to have someone look at
that problem. Chairman MacNeil said that is one of the things he is planning to
do.
RESOLUTION NO. 238—ABOLISHING POSITIONS—COUNTY CLERK'S
OFFICE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Haight. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Judicial Conference of the State of New York has taken over
the Court positions and its related functions, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the fol-
September 26, 1977 177
lowing positions in the County Clerk's office be abolished effective September 15,
1977.
Deputy County Clerk (08-04)
Account Clerk (04-01)
RESOLUTION NO. 239—CREATION OF POSITION—LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Haight. A secondary discussion took
place regarding the functioning under the library's new autonomy. It was moved
by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Holden, That this resolution be tabled. Motion to
Table adopted with Mr. Robey voting no.
RESOLUTION NO. 240—RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION—TOMPKINS-
CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Webster. Adopted.
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relations and Per-
sonnel Committees, That one position of Stenographer, competitive class, labor
grade "C" be abolished and that one position of Senior Stenographer, labor grade
"G" competitive class be created, effective immediately. Monies for said position
have been budgeted in the Tompkins -Cortland Community College budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 241—AUTHORIZATION TO PARTICIPATE IN WORK-
STUDY PROGRAM—CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Moved by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mrs. Benson. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused
—Representative Kidney -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, Cornell. University has requested the County to participate in a
Work -Study Program for the academic year 1977-78, and
WHEREAS, said Work -Study Program would entail a full-time student work-
ing for the Commissioner of Personnel for the academic year 1977-78, and
WHEREAS, the maximum salary to be paid to said student by Cornell Uni-
versity is $425, and
WHEREAS, Cornell University has requested the County of Tompkins to
participate in said program to a maximum of $425, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Personnel Committee, That the Com-
missioner 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-
study program,
RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $425 be appropriated from the Contin-
gent Fund (Code A-1990) to Personnel Administration, Contractual and Other
Expenses (Code A-1430.400),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and he hereby is
authorized to make said appropriation on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 242—BUDGET ADJUSTMENT—TOMPKINS COUNTY
LIBRARY
Moved by Mr. Theisen, seconded by Mr. Watros. Discussion took place. A roll
call resulted as follows: Ayes—Representatives Clynes, Culligan, Dates, Haight,
Holden, Livesay, Robey, Theisen, Watros, Webster, Benson, MacNeil -12. Noes—
Representatives Miller, Ray -2. Excused—Representatives Kidney -1. Adopted.
WHEREAS, the Board of' Trustees of the Tompkins County Public Library
has received unanticipated revenues in the form of a Central Library Development
Grant in the amount of $22,541.00 more than was budgeted and $1,500.00 in the
form of Aid to Central Libraries over and above the $3,500.00 budgeted and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has resolved to use these funds in a cer-
tain manner consistent with the purposes of said grants, to wit:
178 September 26, 1977
Librarian I position (3 months) $ 3,032.00
Library reorganization (phase 2)
Periodical storage area equipment $8,577.00
Children's room furniture 5,632.00
Furniture and Equipment 4,094.00
Informational materials in microform
Carpet cleaning by contract
18,303.00
1,206.00
1,500.00
Total $24,041.00
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Intergovernmental Relation Commit-
tee, That the following budget adjustments be made by the County Administrator:
Appropriation:
Code L-7410.100—County Library—Personal Services $ 2,527.00
Code L-7410.200—County Library—Equipment 18,303.00
Code L-7410.300—County Library—Supplies and Materials 1,206.00
Code L-7410.400—County Library—Contractual 1,500.00
Code L-7410.830—County Library—Social Security 148.00
Code L-7410.860—County Library—Health Insurance 357.00
Revenue:
Code L-2760—Library System Grant
Code L-3840—State Aid for Libraries
$24,041.00
1,500.00
22,541.00
$24,041.00
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is di-
rected to make said budget adjustments on his books.
RESOLUTION NO. 243—ON AUDIT
Moved by Mr. Dates, seconded by Mr. Webster. Ayes -14. Noes -0. Excused—
Representative Kidney -1. Adopted.
RESOLVED, That the list of claims against the County of Tompkins charge-
able to:
General Fund $145,616.69
Encumbrance 4,021.84
County Self Insurance 1,999.40
Printing Transfers 4,840.12
Airport 7,045.94
Highway 355,526.32
Total $519,050.31
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 commented on the length of time it takes to read all the resolu-
tions at a meeting and suggested perhaps dispensing with reading although any
board member may request a resolution be read. Chairman MacNeil referred this
suggestion to the County Attorney.
Mr. Paul McKeegan was appointed to the Tompkins -Cortland Community
College Board of Trustees to replace Mr. John Park who resigned. The term ex-
pires June 30, 1985.
On motion, meeting adjourned at 12:55 p.m.
180 October 10, 1977
Various committee chairmen reported as follows:
Mr. Miller, Chairman, Social Services Committee, said they have had several
meetings since the last board meeting, and he reported Social Services is working
with the District Attorney on welfare fraud cases. The committee met jointly with
the Public Safety and Corrections Committee concerning the IV -D Program. The
Department of Probation and Social Services people are working well together on
this matter. He said they had a meeting with the group from Fall Creek concern-
ing the group home in that area.
Mr. Culligan, Chairman, Health Committee, said the committee has been
meeting with departments. They met with the Office for the Aging, the Mental
Health and Health Departments. It seems budgets are up about 8-9%. There are
new positions being asked for within each one of those departments. The decision
in the past has been to hold off positions until a new year and take each one when
it comes on its own merit but they may have to revise that somewhat. On October
18 they will meet with the hospital administrators and they are asking the Budget
Committee of the Board of Managers for their presentation of the hospital budget
and projected income. Doctor David Safadi will be present at the meeting to make
a response to the County Attorney's interpretation of the medical examiner's
office.
Mr. Clynes, Chairman, Planning and Public Works, reported the committee
met to finish review of budgets and met with officials of the Boardman House to
receive an update on construction and financial capabilities of the project. They
had a request to go ahead with modifications to the heating system which is good
for all concerned. According to the contract the escrow fund should have been set
up prior to any such permission with consultation with the county attorney. This
request was granted by the committee as the County Attorney and committee did
not feel it needed board action.
Mr. Holden, Chairman, Personnel Committee, said they met September 23
and 27 regarding positions, the majority through CETA. They discussed improper
labor practice and arbitration cases. The committee is unanimously agreed to keep
negotiating.
Mr. Watros said the library will be providing committee additional informa-
tion regarding their budget request and will be meeting later this week.
Mr. Robey thanked Mr. Miller for meeting with the representatives of Fall
Creek Civic Association concerning the group home.
Mr. Robey said he received a letter from Michael Martin, Human Services
Coalition, regarding revenue sharing funds.
Mr. Haight, Chairman, .Public Safety and Corrections Committee, said they
met October 4th and considered budgets from the Fire Coordinator and the Sher-
iff's Department. They also met with the Social Services Committee regarding
changes in collection responsibilities. They will meet again October 12.
Mr. Dates, Chairman, Budget and Administration, reported budgets were still
coming in and he thanked department heads and committee chairmen. It will be
about two weeks before they can start their deliberations.
Mr. Howard Stevenson said the Hospital Construction Committee met last
Thursday. They discussed the entrance road and are working with the State. They
discussed the problem of electrical contractor processing proposal requests. He
believes before there is another requisition, this problem will be solved.
Chairman MacNeil pointed out the hospital is 469'o completed. It is on time,
within the schedule and budget..
Mr. Frank Liguori reported that about one year ago the county became
eligible for participation in the federal programs on economic development be-
cause our unemployment rate remains at a continued high level. At that time the
298 Tompkins County, New York
STATEMENT OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY CANVASSERS OF THE
COUNTY OF TOMPKINS IN RELATION TO THE VOTES CAST
AT A GENERAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 8, 1977
The Board of County Canvassers of the County of Tompkins having met at
the office of the Clerk of said County, on the 9th 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 8th day of November in the year 1977, do certify as
follows:
That it appears on such estimate and canvass that the whole number of votes
given for the office of JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT, 6th JUDICIAL
COURT, including all ballots endorsed "marked for identification," was
Howard A. Zeller, Dem. 7,178
Howard A. Zeller, Rep. 7,585
Howard A. Zeller, Conservative 517
Blank 5,149
Void 3
Scattering 3
Total 20,435
COUNTY JUDGE & SURROGATE & JUDGE OF THE FAMILY COURT
Betty D. Friedlander, Dem. 10,844
Paul N. Tavelli, Rep. 8,032
Betty D. Friedlander, Lib. 893
Blank 663
Void 2
Scattering 1
Total 20,435
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Joseph Joch, Jr., Dem. 10,320
Joseph Joch, Jr., Lib. 982
Blank 9,117
Void 7
Scattering 9
Total 20,435
SHERIFF
Robert L. Howard, Rep. 11,994
Blank 8,431
Void 2
Scattering 8
Total 20,435
PROPOSITION NO. 1
Shall chapter four hundred fifty-five of the laws of nineteen hundred seventy-
seven, known as the economic action program bond act for New York State of
nineteen hundred seventy-seven, authorizing the creation of a state debt in the
amount of seven hundred fifty million dollars ($750,000,000) to provide moneys for
the acquisition, construction, reconstruction, establishment, improvement or re-
habilitation of public capital facilities for industrial and community development,
tourism, and recreation, conservation and environment and local transportation
access, all in furtherance of economic development, be approved?
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 299
Affirmative 3,261
Negative 11,399
Blank 5,773
Void 2
Total 20,435
QUESTION NO. 1
"Shall there be a convention to revise the constitution and amend the same ?"
Affirmative 3,559
Negative 10,538
Blank 6,336
Void 2
Total 20,435
AMENDMENT NO. 1
Shall the proposed amendments to Article six of the Constitution in relation
to the creation of a judicial nominating commission and the manner of selecting
judges of the Court of Appeals, be approved ?
Affirmative 5,024
Negative 8,570
Blank 6,839
Void 2
Total 20,435
AMENDMENT NO. 2
Shall the proposed amendments to Articles six and seven of the Constitution
in relation to the administration of the Unified Court System, be approved?
Affirmative 5,723
Negative 6,965
Blank 7,745
Void 2
Total 20,435
AMENDMENT NO. 3
Shall the proposed amendments to Article six of the Constitution in relation
to the creation of a commission on judicial conduct and the admonition, removal,
censure or retirement of judges or justices, be approved?
Affirmative 7,262
Negative 5,682
Blank 7,489
Void 2
Total 20,435
AMENDMENT NO. 4
Shall the proposed amendment to Article six, Section seventeen, subdivision
a of the Constitution in relation to the jurisdiction of courts for towns, villages
and cities outside the City of New York, be approved ?
Affirmative 4,954
Negative 7,147
Blank 8,332
Blank 8,332
Total 20,435
300 Tompkins County, New York
AMENDMENT NO. 5
Shall the proposed amendment to Article seven, Section eight, subdivision two
of the Constitution in relation to the increasing of pension benefits payable to
widows and widowers of retired members of retirement system of the State, or of
a subdivision of the State, be approved?
Affirmative 7,737
Negative 6,454
Blank 6,242
Void 2
Total 20,435
AMENDMENT NO. 6
Shall the proposed amendment to Article thirteen, Section three of the Con-
stitution in relation to the filling of vacancies on boards of education, be ap-
proved ?
Affirmative 6,470
Negative 6,118
Blank 7,845
Void 2
Total 20,435
AMENDMENT NO. 7
Shall the proposed amendment to Article ten, Section eight of the Constitu-
tion, increasing from $150,000,000 to $300,000,000 the maximum aggregate princi-
pal amount for which the Legislature may make the State liable as guarantor at
any one time for bonds (exclusive of bonds issued to refund outstanding bonds)
issued by the Job Development Authority, a public corporation, created for the
purpose of making secured loans to non-profit corporations to finance the con-
struction of new industrial or manufacturing plants, new buildings to be used
for research and development and the purchase of machinery and equipment re-
lated thereto or the acquisition, rehabilitation or improvement of former industrial
or maufacturing in this State to improve employment opportunities in any area
of the State, be approved ?
Affirmative 4,633
Negative 8,610
Blank 7,190
Void 2
Total 20,435
AMENDMENT NO. 8
Shall the proposed amendment to Article seven, Section eight, subdivision
three of the Constitution permitting a public corporation, subject to authorization
by the Legislature, (1) to make secured loans to finance the construction of
eligible business facilities and the purchase of machinery and equipment related
thereto, (2) to make secured loans to finance the acquisition, rehabilitation or im-
provement of existing industrial or manufacturing plants, former or existing
building to be used for research and development, other eligible business facilities
and machinery and equipment, and (3) to guarantee loans made by banking cor-
porations to 80 per centum of project cost, to improve employment opportunities
in any area of State, be approved?
Affirmative 6,063
Negative 7,486
Blank 6,883
Void 3
Total 20,435
Ward 1
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 301
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVES (CITY OF ITHACA)
John C. Clynes, Dem. 620
Edward F. Arnold, Rep. 583
John C. Clynes, Lib. 52
Blank 270
Total 1,525
Ward 2
Donald J. Culligan, Dem. 764
Anne T. Jones, Rep. 512
Anne T. Jones, Lib. 81
Blank 162
Total 1,519
Ward 3
Louis R. Webster, Dem. 505
Louis R. Webster, Lib. 67
Blank 353
Total 925
Ward 4
LeGrace G. Benson, Dem. 345
Carmen Canestero, Rep. 179
LeGrace G. Benson, Lib. 52
Blank 60
Total 636
Ward 5
Bryant Robey, Dem. 491
John E. Schmitt, Rep. 474
Bryant Robey, Lib. 46
Blank 125
Scattering 1
Total 1,137
MAYOR
Edward J. Conley, Dem. 2,697
Vincent Giordano, Rep. 2,593
Edward J. Conley, Lib. 292
Blank 156
Scattering 4
Total 5,742
CITY JUDGE
James J. Clynes, Jr., Dem. 2,334
James J. Clynes, Jr., Rep. 2,069
James J. Clynes, Lib. 266
Blank 1,067
Scattering 6
Total 5,742
302 Tompkins County, New York
Ward 1
CITY ALDERMAN
Gregory Kasprzak, Dem. 547
Rudolph Saccucci, Rep. 814
Gregory Kasprzak, Lib. 53
Blank 111
Total 1,525
Ward 2
Peter L. Klinge, Dem. 587
Richard J. Boronkay, Rep. 772
Blank 160
Total 1,519
Ward 3
John C. Gutenberger, Dem. 562
Blank 361
Scattering 2
Total 925
Ward 4
Ethel B. Nichols, Dem. 369
Constantinos Lambrou, Rep. 165
Ethel B. Nichols, Lib. 56
Blank 46
Total 636
Ward 5
Robert L. Boothroyd, Dem. 537
Raymond A. DiPasquale, Rep. 458
Blank 142
Total 1,137
Ward 5
(2 yrs. vacancy)
Raymond Bordoni, Jr., Dem. 606
Daniel L. Rhoads, Rep. 413
Raymond Bordoni, Jr., Lib. 53
Blank 65
Total 1,137
CAROLINE
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 7)
Herbert A. Whittaker, Jr., Dem. 471
Erie James Miller, Jr., Rep. 368
Blank 49
Total 888
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 303
SUPERVISOR
Harold B. Payton, Rep. 604
Blank 284
Total 888
TOWN CLERK
Florence Starr, Rep. 690
Blank 198
Total 888
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
William J. Dean, Rep. 597
Blank 291
Total 888
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Richard T. LaPointe, Dem. 323
William M. Crispell, Rep. 412
Robert R. Whittaker, Dem. 430
Fred R. Woodin, Rep. 382
Blank 229
Total 1,776
TOWN JUSTICE (Elect 2)
Donald K. Tull, Dem. 175
Harold A. Phoenix, Rep. 638
John V. Stone, Dem. 251
Anthony J. Schultz, Rep. 523
Blank 189
Total 1,776
DANBY
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 7)
Herbert A. Whittaker, Jr., Dem. 251
Erie James Miller, Jr., Rep. 423
Blank 51
Total 725
SUPERVISOR
A. Francis Wright, Rep. 453
Blank 271
Scattering 1
Total 725
TOWN CLERK
Mary Oltz, Rep. 482
Blank 242
Scattering 1
Total 725
304 Tompkins County, New York
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Roy E. Hornbrook, Rep. 493
Blank 231
Scattering 1
Total 725
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Sandra Roberts, Dem. 331
Juddson G. Leonard, Rep. 274
James Murinchack, Dem. 350
Dorothy J. Roberts, Rep. 351
Blank 144
Total 1,450
TOWN JUSTICE
William T. Genter, Dem. 317
Paul G. Smith, Rep. 324
Blank 84
Total 725
DRYDEN
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 13)
Hugh Corrigan, Sr., Dem. 380
Kenneth Tillapaugh, Rep. 744
Blank 83
Total 1,207
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 14)
Robert I. Watros, Rep. 932
Blank 331
Void 1
Scattering 1
Total 1,265
SUPERVISOR
Clinton E. Cotterill, Rep. 1,630
Blank 841
Void 1
Total 2,472
TOWN CLERK
Susanne I. Lloyd, Rep. 1,631
Blank 840
Scattering 1
Total 2,472
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 305
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Gregory P. Humphrey, Dem. 703
Gregory P. Humphrey, Rep. 1,377
Blank 391
Void 1
Total 2,472
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Jon W. Metzger, Rep. 1,586
Henry A. Tarr, Rep. 1,556
Blank 1,800
Void 2
Total 4,944
TOWN JUSTICE
Edward J. Newhart, Rep. 1,548
Blank 923
Void 1
Total 2,472
ENFIELD
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 8)
Dana Ulloth, Dem. 164
James W. Ray, Rep. 354
Blank 88
Total 606
SUPERVISOR
Robert Linton, Rep. 410
Blank 196
Total 606
TOWN CLERK
Diann Bailey, Dem. 261
Bertha J. Hubbell, Rep. 302
Blank 43
Total 606
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Wesley Rolfe, Rep. 387
Blank 219
Total 606
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
David Bock, Dem. 360
Charles Hubbell, Rep. 255
Kathleen Newhart, Dem. 180
Fern Smith, Rep. 326
Blank 91
Total 1,212
306 Tompkins County, New York
TOWN JUSTICE
Richard Holley, Dem. 193
Robert Bock, Rep. 378
Blank 35
Total 606
GROTON
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 9)
Frank I. Satterly, Rep. 953
Blank 331
Total 1,284
SUPERVISOR
Teresa Robinson, Dem. 789
Robert C. Houston, Rep. 441
Blank 54
Total 1,284
TOWN CLERK
Colleen D. Pierson, Rep. 956
Blank 328
Total 1,284
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Leland Cornelius, Rep. 958
Blank 326
Total 1,284
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Gordon Van Benschoten, Rep. 945
E. Louis Sovocool, Rep. 928
Blank 695
Total 2,568
TOWN JUSTICE
Arland Heffron, Rep. 927
Blank 357
Total 1,284
ITHACA
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 10)
Henry W. Theisen, Dem. 1,025
Barbara Thuesen, Rep. 562
Blank 94
Total 1,681
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 307
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 11)
Beverly E. Livesay, Dem. 566
Catherine Valentino. Rep. 438
Beverly E. Livesay, Lib. 44
Blank 106
Total 1,154
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 12)
Juanita Evans, Dem. 278
Hugh Samuel MacNeil, Rep. 463
Juanita Evans, Lib. 20
Blank 51
Total 812
SUPERVISOR
H. William Batt, Dem. 1,259
Noel Desch, Rep. 2,094
Blank 294
Total 3,647
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Robert S. Oaksford, Dem. 1,342
Victor Del Rosso, Rep. 1,819
Arthur L. Berkey, Dem. 1,551
Gust Freeman, Rep. 1,698
Blank 884
Total 7,294
TOWN JUSTICE
Edith P. Wanderstock, Dem. 1,399
Warren A. Blye, Rep. 1,892
Blank 356
Total 3,647
LANSING
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 6)
Wesley E. McDermott, Dem. 1,025
Harris B. Dates, Rep. 1,193
Blank 141
Void 1
Total 2,360
SUPERVISOR
William Stuart, Dem. 951
Philip H. Munson, Rep. 1,148
Blank 260
Void 1
Total 2,360
308 Tompkins County, New York
TOWN CLERK
Jane Bush Horky, Dem. 891
Jane Bush Horky, Rep. 1,203
Blank 265
Void 1
Total 2,360
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
John Stark, Dem. 563
Lloyd W. Sharpsteen, Rep. 1,605
Blank 191
Void 1
Total 2,360
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Samuel Baughman, Dem. 823
George H. Stevens, Rep. 1,357
James Riley, Dem. 680
Margaret M. McElwee, Rep. 1,234
Blank 618
Void 1
Scattering 7
Total 4,720
TOWN JUSTICE
Frederick J. Spry, Dem. 853
Frederick J. Spry, Rep. 1,255
Blank 251
Void 1
Total 2,360
NEWFIELD
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 8)
Dana Ulloth, Dem. 331
James W. Ray, Rep. 734
Blank 101
Total 1,166
SUPERVISOR
Edward Mickelson, Dem. 474
James Drader, Jr., Rep. 622
Blank 70
Total 1,166
TOWN CLERK
Jeannette Beach, Rep. 806
Blank 360
Total 1,166
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HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Alex Yenei, Dem. 585
Kenneth Payne, Rep. 545
Blank 36
Total 1,166
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Lynn Watros, Dem. 564
Richard W. LaFave, Rep. 474
Frederick Kippola, Dem. 569
Lenferd H. Williams, Dem. 521
Blank 203
Total 2,332
TOWN JUSTICE
Howard M. Allen, Rep. 790
Blank 376
Total 1,166
ULYSSES
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE (District 15)
James A. Mason, Rep. 1,046
Blank 499
Total 1,545
SUPERVISOR
Bruce M. Payne, Rep. 11,092
Blank 453
Total 1,545
TOWN CLERK
Marilyn E. Ough, Dem. 736
Martha R. McGraw, Rep. 686
Blank 123
Total 1,545
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
Richard P. Swanhart, Dem. 496
Rolf A. Holtkamp, Rep. 962
Blank 87
Total 1,545
COUNCILMAN (Elect 2)
Martin A. Luster, Dem. 462
Robert C. Herrick, Rep. 1,009
J. Frederick Allen, Rep. 991
Blank 628
Total 3,090
310 Tompkins County, New York
TOWN JUSTICE
James E. Rice, Jr., Dern. 396
James E. Rice, Jr., Rep. 794
Herbert W. Haight, Independent 248
Blank 107
Total 1,545
STATE OF NEW YORK
County of Tompkins
Office of Board of Elections
SS.:
WE HEREBY CERTIFY that we have compared the foregoing with the origi-
nal statement remaining on file in this office, and that the same is a correct tran-
script therefrom and of the whole of such original.
Witness our hand and official seal at Ithaca, New York, this 14th day of No-
vember, one thousand nine hundred seventy-seven.
VIOLA C. BOOTHROYD
BARBARA S. FELLOWS
Commissioners of Elections
County of Tompkins
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ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
(Submitted by Robert L. Howard, Sheriff)
(Detailed report on file with Clerk)
The Sheriff's Department experienced another very busy year during 1977.
Data received from the Department of Criminal Justice Service via computer read-
out sheets shows the Department had 850 offenses reported in the first eleven
months of 1977. The New York State Police received 443 reported offenses during
this time for a total of 1293 offenses outside of municipalities in rural Tompkins
County. Total number of offenses reported to all police agencies in the County was
4094. This figure shows an increase of sixty-six offenses over 1976.
The County Jail population was down slightly from 1976. In 1977 1,130 people
were incarcerated while in 1976 this figure was 1,171. Inmate programs were con-
tinued and improved upon. Much of the credit for successful jail programs goes to
volunteers who gave so many hours of their time without monitary compensation.
The OAR Program was successful in obtaining funding and is progressing well.
Several of our correction officers attended the Correction Officers Training
School in Albany. Vandalism and other problems in the Jail were kept at a mini-
mum due to programs and well trained officers working with the prisoners.
We continued our youth programs in 1977 with many hours of department and
volunteer time being spent with youth. The results of which we feel will benefit
Tompkins County for many years to come.
The Junior Deputy Program, as always, was very popular with total enroll-
ment of 646 Junior Deputies. The summer campout was held in June with 131
Junior Deputies participating. Four of the participants won the privilege of at-
tending a statewide campout at Norwich, New York, sponsored by the State
Sheriff's Association.
Members of the Department attended the Basic Training School at the Tomp-
kins -Cortland Community College. Several of our people took advantage of other
training programs to improve their law enforcement ability.
Delinquency Prevention is still a major aim of the Juvenile Program. The
Junior Deputy Program and the Law Enforcement Explorers Post sponsored by
this department have helped to further this goal by developing a respect and
understanding of the laws.
Juvenile Cases: There were a total of 126 cases. Cases handled within depart-
ment and released to parents, etc. -81; Cases referred to Juvenile Court -45.
Navigation Report: The 1977 boating season was one of the busiest seasons
we have had. There was only one personal injury boating accident. There was a
total of 392 hours of patrol with 796.3 gallons of gas consumed. Twenty sum-
monses were issued for various violations of the Navigation Laws, seventy-six
warnings were given for minor violations and eight vessels were reported lost or
stolen. Thirty-six regattas were patrolled.
Complaints handled by this department:, Animals -192; Arson -13; Assault -
48; Assist to Other Departments -147; Automobiles -107; Auto Thefts -36;
Burglary -290; Checks -389; Children -17; Civil Action -48; Conservation -23;
Criminal Mischief -256; Disorderly Conduct -489; Deaths -52; Domestic -226;
Doors/Night Lights/Alarms-396; Fires -112; Fireworks -4; Forgery -41; Kid-
napping -3; Larceny -706; Littering -32; Liquor Law Violation -4; Lost and
Found -94; Missing Person -137; Narcotics -26; Navigation -30; Peddlers and
Pawnbrokers -5; Persons I11/Injured-141; Prisoners -2; Public Health Violation
—4; Public Safety Situation -34; Resisting Arrest -1; Robbery -4; Sex Crimes—
312 Tompkins County, New York
26; Trespassing -189; Unclassified -251; V & T Violations -357; Weapons -29;
Warrants -272. Total Complaints Handled -5,233.
Total Amount of Property Stolen—$200,479.81. Total Amount of Property
Recovered—$82,317.41.
Sheriff's Department Arrests: Criminal Negligent Homicide -1; Kidnapping
— 1; Robbery -3; Arson -3; Rape -3; Burglary -46; Grand Larceny -7; Criminal
Possession Stolen Property -19; Conspiracy -1; Forgery -13; Bribing a Witness
—1; Reckless Endangerment -8; Assault -19; Petit Larceny -112; Narcotic Drug
Laws -11; Weapons -6; Criminal Mischief -11; Bail Jumping -1; Obstructing
Governmental Administration -7; Resisting Arrest -5; Menacing -3;- Criminal
Trespass -22; Custodial Interference -2; Unlawful Dealing with a child -6; At-
tempt to commit a crime -3; Unauthorized use of Motor Vehicle -1; Falsely Re-
porting an incident -1; Issuing a Bad Check -47; Theft of Services -1; Disorderly
Conduct -16; Harassment -40; Driving while intoxicated -133; Driving while
ability impaired -1; Violation of Parole -5; Violation of Probation -8; Family
Offenses -25; Arrest for Other departments -27; Other -11.
Vehicle and Traffic Arrests: Misdemeanors—Driving while intoxicated -135;
Leaving the scene of an accident -18; Reckless driving -19; No insurance -163;
Driving while license revoked -30; Driving while ability impaired -1. Infractions
Consuming alcoholic beverage -2; Following too closely -24; Unlicensed Operator
— 100; Unregistered motor vehicle -136; Permitting unlicensed operation -6; Un-
registered motorcycle -5; Unlicensed Operator Motorcycle -2; Speeding -339;
Stop Sign -167; No inspection certificate -339; Failure to yield right -of -way -40;
Improper passing -44; Unsafe tires -76; Improper turn -14; Failure to keep
right -120; Insufficient Lights -67; Miscellaneous Infractions -189; Inadequate
Muffler -49; Studded Tires -22; Failure to Yield Emergency Vehicle -9; Failure
to Stop at red light -43; Switched Plates -44.
Traffic and Parking Arrests by Towns: Ithaca—Traffic 753, Parking 97—
Amount of fines $9,215.00; Lansing—Traffic 727, Parking 50—Fines $5,005.00;
Dryden—Traffic 297, Parking 28—Fines $5,360.00; Ulysses—Traffic 194, Parking
24—Fines $2,011.00; Village of Lansing—Traffic 101, Parking 112—Fines $690.00;
Newfield—Traffic 83, Parking 3—Fines $730.00; Groton—Traffic 71, Parking 9—
Fines—$925.00; Danby—Traffic 50, Parking 6—Fines $365.00; Enfield—Traffic 47,
Parking 1—Fines $350.00; Caroline—Traffic 17, Parking 9—Fines $100.00.
Civil Department: Receipts totalled $228,147.11. Disbursements—$228,147.11.
Miscellaneous Activities: Radio Log Transmissions -42,385; Civil Defense
Calls -1,022; Visitors to Prisoners -5,572; Day Book Entries -325; Jail Physi-
cians' Calls -126; Summonses served -2,600; Executions Served -499.
Report of Prisoners—January 1, 1977 - December 31, 1977: Total number of
prisoners in Custody December 31, 1977-23; Number of prisoners received during
the year -967 male, 163 female. Number of prisoners discharges during the year
— 971 male, 161 female. Total number of meals served prisoners -31,946.
Crime of Prisoners Detained at County Jail Number Admitted Sentenced to Jail
Felonies 198 14
Misdemeanors—Offenses—Violations 618 142
Traffic Violations 52 14
Miscellaneous 82 10
Totals 950 166
Automobile accidents investigated: 1233
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ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY AIRPORT
(Submitted by John J. Joubert, Manager)
(Detailed report on file with Clerk)
Most all areas of activity showed a steady and healthy growth with passenger
flow of 139,269 increased by 14,118 passengers for the scheduled airlines. This does
not reflect any passengers carried by the extensive (approximately 30,000) itin-
erant general aviation aircraft operations during the year. I would estimate a
minimum of 90,000 additional people on general aviation aircraft. Aviation gas
sales increased by approximately 13,000 gallons reflecting increased itinerant air-
craft size and type to more twins, jets and turboprops.
Contracts were completed for Selover Aviation for aircraft maintenance serv-
ice and Mall Airways renewal for scheduled air service between Binghamton,
Elmira, Ithaca and Albany.
Construction was completed on security fencing, security gates, roof on ter-
minal and restaurant, Visual Approach Slope Indicators for both Runways 14 and
32, paid parking layout and booth, striping on sod Runways 01 and 19.
Construction was started on new Crash Fire Rescue building, terminal reno-
vation and expansion and rental car parking lot. All were interrupted by winter
weather but anticipate completion by mid 1978.
Construction on overlay and strengthening of Runways 14-32, all taxiways
and the air carrier ramp will be started in early June 1978 with the majority done
at night so we can maintain traffic and minimize interference for our traveling
public. Completion estimated by late August, 1978.
A new 1500 gallon Crash Fire Rescue vehicle was delivered early in the year
giving us a much improved emergency response capacity. A new 1 ton dump pick-
up was purchased and utilized extensively.
Overall this has been another very successful year for your airport and I an-
ticipate with the national trend for increased air travel and continued record sales
of general aviation aircraft our share of the market will increase steadily in the
coming year.
Traffic Record:. Air Traffic Control Tower—Combined Operations 55,439.
Allegheny Airlines:
Passengers 137,562
Air Mail 14,369 lbs.
Air Freight 542,918
Total Flight 3,391
Cancellations 143
Chartair, Inc.:
Flights 2,075
Gas 148,768
Passengers 2,120
Mall Airways: Passengers 1,707
East Hill Flying Club, Inc.:
Total Membership 88
Pilots 67
Students 21
Total Aircraft hours 2500
Flight Tests:
Private Certificates 30
Commercial Certificates 4
ROTC Program: Air Force—Five started and Five completed. Each Cadet received
24 hours of flight time and 1 hour final check.
314 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
(Submitted by James C. White, Chairman)
The objectives of the Council as set forth in the Board of Representatives
resolution 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 informa-
tion to foster a broader understanding of environmental issues and their
possible solutions.
The major activities of the Council during the past year are summarized be-
low. 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.
— American Institute of Planners Conference—Coordination and cosponsorship
of Ithaca -based conference on revitalization of urban communities in the
Northeast.
— Cargill Salt Application—Review of application for State Pollution Discharge
Elimination System (SPDES) permit to discharge salt and sodium ferrocya-
nide into Cayuga Lake tributaries.
— Cayuga Lake Cottage Septic Systems—Continued study into feasibility of
barge pick-up; review of demographic information.
—Container Legislation—Continued research and reports to the Board of Rep-
resentatives of the advantages of implementation; presentation and explana-
tion of State bills for State -level control to the Board.
— Energy Forum—Assessment of committees and individuals in Tompkins
County dealing with energy related problems; evaluation of appropriate role
for Council involvement.
— Fall Creek Corridor Management Plan—Completion of management plan
based upon intermunicipal cooperation and development regulations, existing
protective laws and EMC coordination; meetings with individual boards to
discuss management plan.
—Fugitive Dust Regulations—Review of proposed regulations and ramifications
on Tompkins County; concurrence with County Health Dept. in opposition to
State proposals.
—Gypsy Moth Infestation—Review of USDA impact statement to spray car-
baryl sevin for gypsy moths.
— Historical Landmarks—Review of legislative framework for landmarks pres-
ervation presented in Tompkins County Planning Dept. document.
— Litter—Discussion of problems associated with careless distribution of free
newspapers; called on publishers to accept responsibility for correcting condi-
tions.
—Lehigh Valley Right-of-Way—Joint study with Planning Dept. on existing
conditions, potential uses and funding sources; conferences with landowners,
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municipalities and County Board of Reps; cost estimates; ski -walk with Cort-
land County; preparation of management plan for land bank; preparation of
preliminary recreation use plans.
— Myers Point—Appearance before Town Board to explain ramifications of
cutting a stand of cottonwood trees at park site.
—Noise—Discussion of problems along Cayuga Lake cited by Sheriff's Dept.;
attendance at Noise Control Conference at Cornell.
— NYSEG Cayuga Station—Continued review of public hearings as an inter-
ested party to proceedings; development of statement of concerns; visit of
flyash disposal sites; review of proposed transmission line corridor.
—Route 96 Corridor—Continued review of DOT proposed highway corridors;
proposal of alternative considered to have lesser environmental impact; dis-
cussion of impact on P.R.I.
—Route 13 Corridor—Continued participation on County Ad-hoc Task Force;
review of Tompkins County & Cortland County Planning Dept. proposals;
review of Handbook on Route 13 impacts for EMC sponsorship.
— Scrap Paper—Proposal to Board of Reps on implementation of paper recyc-
ling program within County government buildings.
—SEQR—Cosponsorship of forum on SEQR implementation; preparation of
forms for SEQR administration and draft revision of regulations; review of
municipal and county adopted regulations.
— Six Mile Creek—Meetings with involved individuals and municipalities to
focus on problems; holding of public forum on stream dynamics; preparation
of draft program of hydraulic and hydrologic study on dynamic patterns on
the creek to ascertain cost/benefits of physical modifications.
— Solid Waste—Review of County programs.
—Tompkins County Fair—Hearing of concerns of Cayuga Bird Club on plans
to alter avian habitats.
—208 Planning—Review of program; participation on citizen advisory com-
mittee.
—Unique Natural Areas Inventory—Presentation to town representatives on
characteristics; discussion of impact of trail bikes.
—Wetlands—Review of State program and possible County involvement in
mapping procedure.
— Administration—Preparation of Annual Report, quarterly reports and re-
quests for reimbursement, annual work programs and State budget requests,
meeting minutes; maintenance of membership, circulation of information to
members and public.
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY SURROGATE
(Submitted by Rita B. Brill, Clerk)
The Total Revenues of the Tompkins County Surrogate Court for the Year of
1977 are: $48,089.25.
316 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY MEDICAL EXAMINER
(Submitted by David Safadi, M.D.)
Number of deaths -109
Number of autopsies -68
Deaths listed by categories
1) Natural causes 72
a. undetermined 1
TOTAL
2) Accidental, non -vehicular
a. drowning 4
b. asphyxiation 2
c. fall under train 1
TOTAL
3) Accidental—vehicular
a. walking into moving
car 1
b. one -car accident 7
c. two -car accident 1
d. motorcycle 4
e. snowmobile -car 1
f. bicycle -car 1
TOTAL
'73
'7
15
4) Suicides
a. hanging 1
b. shotgun 2
c. leap from bridge 5
d. asphyxiation 2
TOTAL 10
5) Crib deaths 2
6) Homicides 2
GRAND TOTAL 109
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ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
PURPOSE
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 com-
munity. In order to comply with this charge, the Commission serves in two ways:
by listening and responding to expressed concerns and by actively providing in-
formation and educational programs designed to increase public awareness 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 complaints to the State
Division of Human Rights, the state agency responsible for investigating and re-
solving alleged violations of the Human Rights Law. Wherever possible, it is the
policy of the Commission to attempt a local resolution of difficulties and reconcili-
ation of the parties involved.
RESOURCES
As in the past, the Commission's efforts in these directions have been greatly
facilitated by support at both the state and local levels. Representatives from the
Regional Office of the State Division of Human Rights were present at most meet-
ings and were always available for help and advice on specific complaints and
matters of policy. Locally we particularly appreciate the support of Henry
Theisen, our liaison to the County Board of Representatives.
Financially, the Commission operates at a modest budget to support its pro-
grams, office, and half-time Investigator ($7,681 for 1977 and $7,762 allocated for
1978). Presentations to the Board of Representatives have demonstrated that the
County has received and will continue to receive good value from this investment.
In the eyes of the Regional Office, the activity of the Tompkins County Commis-
sion is second only to that of the Commission of Syracuse and Onondaga County
which, despite its proximity to the Regional Office, has a staff of 15 persons and
a budget in excess of $150,000. Our neighbor, Chemung County, has three staff
persons, a smaller case load, and a budget in excess of $23,000. (Figures from New
York State Division of Human Rights, Official Human Rights Agencies in New
York State, July 1975.)
Our most valuable resource has always been the interest and activity of com-
munity members who share, with the volunteer Commissioners, concern and
responsibility for the promotion of human rights. As the rest of this report indi-
cates, community participation in these programs has continued to increase over
the past year.
ACTIVITIES OF THE COMMISSION
The Commission's ability to meet day to day problems in human rights has
steadily improved as the office and the role of the Investigator have become estab-
lished in the community. Statistics collected by the State Division of Human
Rights over the past five years show that in the years 1973 and 1974, before the
employment of an Investigator, a total of 43 complaints were received from Tomp-
kins County residents. In the years 1975 and through November 15, 1976, a total
of 73 complaints, nearly double, were received by the Regional Office. In 1977
alone, 82 complaints were sent to the Regional Office. Formal complaints represent
only part of the picture. Over 367 specific inquiries were handled by our local office
in 1975 and 1976. In 1977 alone, 562 specific inquiries were handled. These are calls
and visits on totally separate matters; each inquiry might involve a fair number
of separate phone calls and conferences needed to resolve the matter. This repre-
sents a 700% increase in inquiries we have handled since 1974.
318 Tompkins County, New York
The tables at the end of this report illustrate the kinds of inquiries we have
been receiving over the past few years. In 1977, as in previous years, employment
problems remain the greatest concern of individuals who call the Commission for
help, and allegations of sex discrimination predominated. In our judgement, the
increasing number of these calls reflects a deepening awareness of rights as well
as a reaction to existing prejudice and economic adversity. Discrimination is often
difficult to prove; on a statewide basis, "probable cause" is determined in only
about 20% of complaints received. Most persons who go on to file formal com-
plaints are aware of the delays and hardships they may have to face in defending
their rights, and they meet this situation with courage, hope and perseverance.
One role of the local office is to be available to the complainant during this period
of investigation by the Regional Office in order to help explain procedures and
facilitate communication and feedback to the State Division. We are fortunate that
members of the Regional Office have always been cooperative in working with us.
Our office has increasingly tried to avoid formal complaints and attendant
delays or hard feelings by bringing issues up for discussion on a local level. In
1977, over 50% of the cases we handled which involved alleged violations of the
Human Rights Law were successfully conciliated on a local level, without resort-
ing to formal legal channels. We have gone directly to businesses to discuss
privately various provisions of the Human Rights Law. Additionally, the Investi-
gator has been available to act as ombudsman by answering or following-up a
wide range of questions and problems and by serving as a go-between for the in-
terested parties. The Commission's objective in these instances is to benefit all
sides by easing the sharing of information and feelings. It is a trbute to these
efforts that businesses and landlords are more and more frequently coming to the
Commission on their own initiative to ask for suggestions or to update themselves
on how their current policies, application procedures, etc., may be affected by the
law. In 1977, 45% of all calls received by our local office came from employers and
landlords seeking our help or advice.
Throughout the year, the Commission continued to advertise its services in
the Ithaca Journal and hold monthly meetings oven to the public. Volunteer Com-
missioners, serving on committees, have reported on topics concerning employ-
ment, housing, education, and voting rights. The Commission continues to invest
most of its time and energy into developing personal contacts in smaller, face to
face groups. Members of the Commission and,/or the Investigator have been in-
vited to participate at training sessions conducted by the Board of Realtors, to
meet with employee groups, personnel groups, and high school and college stu-
dents. We also helped organize and speak at workshops in conjunction with the
GIAC, local women's organizations, and at a city workshop designed to deal with
the rights and needs of disabled persons. We have welcomed these opportunities to
be available personally in informal settings to listen, share information, and work
together to meet some of the human rights needs felt by Tompkins County resi-
dents.
This foundation of experience should serve us well as we pursue our efforts
into 1978. On a Commission level, we recognize the need for an expanding outreach
and public relations program for closer communications with other County agen-
cies and the Board of Representatives.
Inquiries in Recent Years
Employ- Accommo- Total Formal
Year ment Housing dations Other Total Complaints
1974 50 11 4 13 78 8
1975 72 25 4 24 125 27
1976 158 35 30 92 315 42
1977 426 67 12 70 575 82
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INQUIRIES AND COMPLAINTS -1977
The first figure in each column is the total number of specific inquiries. The
second figure, in parenthesis, is the number of formal charges resulting from these
inquiries. Total: 88 charges contained in 82 formal complaints.
Type of Public Accom-
Discrimination Employment Housing modations Other Total
Race, color 61 (18) 3 (1) 3 5 72 (19)
Sex 167 (51) 5 9 6 187 (51)
Marital Status 9 (3) 17 (1) — — 26 (4)
Age 21 (3) — — 21 (3)
Disability 25 (3) — — 1 26 (3)
Religion 8 (3) 3 — — 11 (3)
National Origin 5 (2) 2 — 1 8 (2)
Retaliation 2 (1) — — — 2 (1)
Arrest/Ex-Offender 7 (2) 4 — — 11 (2)
Other 121 33 57 211
426 (86) 67 (2) 12 70 575 (88)
320 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY CLERK
(Submitted by Lucille Grinnell, Clerk)
The following report represents the total monies collected and disbursed dur-
ing 1977 in the Recording and Motor Vehicle Offices of the Tompkins County
Clerk.
Fees for services rendered and
Deeds
Mortgages
Miscellaneous Documents
Pertaining to Judgments
Sales Tax
Certifications and copies
Uniform Commercial Filings
Notary Public
Passports
Naturalization
Conservation Licenses
Motor Vehicle Fees
Miscellaneous
paid to County Administrator:
$16,738.25
17,369.75
11,197.75
855.75
8,948.50
1,040.50
10,382.50
421.00
6,306.00
1,747.50
1,848.29
64,226.45
14,301.20
Total Paid to County Administrator $155,383.44
There was an increase of $8,461.29 over 1976 for fees retained by the County.
The following is a summary of other funds collected and disbursed by the
Recording Office:
Paid to State of New York $293,051.64
Fees retained by Clerk 8,948.50
Total Sales Tax Collected $ 302,000.14
Paid to County Administrator for
apportionment to City and Towns $750,047.41
Fees retained for clerk hire and
postage 237.00
Total Mortgage Tax Collected
Paid to State of New York
Fees retained by Clerk
Total Revenue Stamp Tax Collected
Paid to Immigration and Naturali-
zation Service
Fees retained by Clerk
Total Naturalization Fees Collected
Conservation Licenses:
Sales by County
Sales by City and Town Clerks
Total Paid to County Clerk
Fees retained by Clerk
Paid to Department of
Environmental Conservation
$ 56,655.35
2,621.00
$ 1,747.50
1,747.50
$ 11,796.25
56,785.50
$ 1,848.29
66,733.46
$ 68,581.75
$ 750,284.41
$ 59,276.35
$ 3,495.00
$ 68,581.75
Court fees collected and remitted
to State of New York $ 18,661.00
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Pistol Permit fees collected and remitted
to County Administrator (2 months)
Payments received into Court and
Paid over to County Administrator
Passport fees collected and forwarded
to Passport Office, Boston
TOTAL FUNDS PROCESSED
BY RECORDING OFFICE
Motor Vehicle Fees Retained
Net Fees Paid State of New York
TOTAL MOTOR VEHICLE FUNDS
COLLECTED BY MV OFFICE
GRAND TOTAL FOR COUNTY CLERK'S
DEPARTMENT
$ 64,226.45
1,252,721.30
$ 243.00
$ 9,021.81
$ 21,020.00
$1,387,966.90
$1,316,947.75
$2,704,914.65
As of April 1, 1977, the State of New York took over the operation of the
courts and court -related functions. The fees for index numbers were raised from
$3.00 to $10.00 and for notes of issue from $5.00 to $25.00 and $50.00, depending
on whether or not a jury is demanded. All of these fees are forwarded to the State
and from April through December the sum of $18,661.00 has been forwarded.
It was not until September 15, 1977, that the State agreed to assume payment
for two employees in the County Clerk's Office who perform, in addition to the
County Clerk, court -related functions. Although these two positions are now State
employees they remain under the jurisdiction of the County Clerk. In order to
reorganize the County Clerk's Office and more efficiently utilize current employees
and positions, one deputy county clerk and an account clerk were abolished by the
County. The duties of the account clerk were incorporated with the one deputy
county clerk.
As of November 1, 1977, the County Clerk's Office assumed processing pistol
permit applications and related documents in conjunction with Hon. Betty D.
Friedlander. Existing staff is presently handling the work.
There was approximately a 20% increase in deeds and mortgages recorded
during 1977. Also, effective September 1, 1977, recording fees were increased from
$1.50 per page to $3.00 per page. Other fees increased were: filing notary public
oaths from $1.00 to $2.00; filing transcript of judgment from $2.00 to $3.00; and
issuing transcript of judgment from $1.00 to $2.00. These increases represent the
first substantial fee increase since 1962.
Except for the changes mentioned herein, other items handled by the Record-
ing Office remained approximately the same.
In the Motor Vehicle Office, Robert Bush retired as Supervisor and Dorothy
McKay was appointed Acting Supervisor pending a Civil Service Examination.
Several changes have been made in the office, the most important of which has
been the installation of a one -line system for crowd control. This has proved to be
very effective and improved service to the public. Signs have been posted, applica-
tions have been made available so an individual does not have to stand in line to
obtain one, written tests are given on a walk-in basis rather than scheduling, new
lenses and charts have been obtained for the eye -test machines and the plate room
has been moved to the vault in the Motor Vehicle Office for better efficiency and
control.
The past year has been very successful and productive thanks to all of the
employees in both offices and to the continuing assistance and cooperation from
the Board of Representatives.
322 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
FIRE AND DISASTER COORDINATOR
(Submitted by John L. Miller, Coordinator)
(detailed report on file with Clerk of Board)
The following is a brief summation of the activities of this Office.
I have enclosed a break -down of alarms. Again this year we handled an in-
crease in alarms. A large percentage of this increase is due to the fact that four
fire departments are now providing emergency first-aid and rescue service, for the
first time. At this writing three more departments are setting up to provide this
service. This will mean no part of the County will be more than 5 minutes from
qualified emergency medical service and rescue. With a County -Wide, one phone
number for fire and ambulance service, we now have the capability to have each
of our 85,000 citizens provided with quick emergency services.
The training of fire personnel during 1977 will show you the great interest.
This program is run to provide each fireperson with basic and advanced skills in
fire fighting. Each person on his own time takes part.
The instructors are paid by the State but all training aids are provided by the
County along with a classroom. During 1977 the F.A.A. and New York State
funded 97% of a new Airport Fire Station which includes a well designed class-
room, large enough in size for our use. As the Airport is protected by volunteers
it will when provided with furniture and audio-visual equipment, improve the
quality of our and the airport's training program. Please refer to material pro-
vided at budget time on justification of need.
This past year we were successful in assisting 4 fire departments in gaining
funds for their departments from the Federal Rural Development Act of 1972.
In 1977 we worked to complete licensing and layout for the Advance Life
Support System. It is our hope to have some financial support from the State
Bureau of Emergency Health Services in 1978.
In 1977 we received the Hurst Jaws of Life tool. We ran training classes for
its use in every fire department in the County. I responded 8 times for this use
and in fact on 3 occasions, did in fact remove a victim from the wreck. I responded
to many fires to provide breathing air and/or other needs.
In March, 1977, I received a new truck. In those 9 months, some 23,280 miles
were traveled on various calls or business.
In closing, this report only mentions a few brief items. This office covers many
many requests from fire departments, ambulance squads, city, villages and towns.
These requests cover help in Federal Flood assistance, fire codes, equipment needs
and so forth.
I would like to thank each Board member for his time and consideration to
this Office.
The following is the breakdown of alarms for 1977: Fire:. Apartments -43;
Mobile Homes -33; Dwellings -200; Dormitories -26; Stores and Offices -22;
Manufacturing -7; Schools, College -22; Institutions -7; Public Assembly -16;
Storage, Farm -43; Misc. Buildings -3; Motor Vehicles -170; Outdoor -36; Rub-
bish, Grass -161; Malicious False -165; Rescue, Emerg.-700; Invest., malfun.-
346; Mutual Aid -223. Ambulance: County -422; Bangs -486; Groton -256; Lan-
sing -282; Slaterville-106; Trumansburg-251; Dryden -282; Rescue and Other
—73.
Training of fire personnel: There was a total of 298 men trained in 1977;
Total man hours -6327.
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ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
(Submitted by Robert J. Wagner)
Public assistance—"welfare"—is money and services given to needy families
and individuals who qualify for it under the Fedreal Social Security Act and the
New York State Social Services Law.
DIRECT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
There are three direct assistance programs namely: (1) Public Assistance
which is divided into ADC, HR, EAF and EAA (2) Medicaid and (3) Food Stamps.
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 ab-
sence, death, or incapacity of a parent or the unemployment of the father.
This is the largest direct assistance (cash) program administered by this
department. Home Relief (HR) is assistance for single individuals and
childless couples. Emergency Aid to Families (EAF) is assistance for fam-
ilies to meet a one-time financial crisis. Emergency Aid to Adults (EAA)
is aid to meet crisis situations for persons who are disabled and/or over
sixty-five who are receiving Supplementary Security Income.
The Public Assistance average monthly caseloads in 1977 was:
ADC 736
HR 361
EAF 13
EAA 7
TOTAL 1117
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.
The Medicaid average monthly caseload in 1977 was:
Reg MA 813
SSI 767
TOTAL 1580
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 certain "bonus" amount of Food Stamps. An eligible family can pur-
chase, at banks, food stamps that are worth more than was paid for them.
The stamps are redeemable at any store that accepts food stamps.
The food stamp program costs Tompkins County nothing since all costs
are borne by the Federal and State government. During 1976, the Food
Stamp program generated over 750,000 in new food purchasing power in
Tompkins County.
The Food Stamp average monthly caseload in 1977 was 1399 cases.
"Cost-containment" in direct assistance programs continues to be the trend
in 1977. The programs themselves have not been disturbed, but the regulations
emulating from Albany concerning these programs are more restrictive. For ex-
324 Tompkins County, New York
ample, the range of drugs covered by Medicaid has been reduced to cover most
generic drugs but has excluded non-essential and high priced drugs; for example,
those not essential to sustain life, relieve or prevent severe pain.
SERVICE PROGRAMS
Community based planning determined how Title XX services were delivered
in Tompkins County. The intent of community based planning is to avoid duplica-
tion of services and to set community priorities for the use of available service
monies. The community planning group was comprised of representatives from
private and public service agencies, representatives from the public at large, as
well as actual users of the services. Title XX planning is an on-going process
subject to frequent changes and amendments.
I. ADULT UNIT
Investigates complaints and provides appropriate services for the protec-
tion of adults. Assists persons to remain in community or return to the
community from institutions. Explores emancipation for persons under
twenty-one. Provides services to other adults when requested. Some ex-
amples of services are: information and referral, emergency services, hous-
ing, educational training, chore services, health related services, and home
delivered meals.
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, pro-
vides 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 sub-
sidy, etc.
IV. CHILD PROTECTIVE UNIT
Investigates all complaints of child abuse, neglect, or maltreatment; pro-
vides and obtains necessary services on a 24 hour, 7 days a week basis.
COUNTY HOME
As a unit of the Tompkins County Department of Social Services, the Tomp-
kins 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 ap-
proved 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 main-
tained to provide food for the Home including therapy of those residents able to
participate. 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 appreciated 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 18,980 days of resident care was given during 1977.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Totals for 1977
APPROPRIATIONS $11,626,989
EXPENDITURES 11,290,282
REVENUES 7,914,488
LOCAL SHARE 3,375,794
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ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
(detailed report on file with Clerk)
Landowner accomplishments with district assistance from January 1, 1977 to
December 31, 1977: New District cooperators -27; number of different landowners
worked with -355; total requests to district for technical assistance -774; number
of landowners applying a soil conservation practice -141; land management con-
servation plans prepared -39; number of old plans revised -26; inventories and
evaluations made on resource problems -116; number of units of governments as-
sisted -16; detailed inventories provided to units of government -14; critical area
seeded down with technical assistance -45 acres; sod waterway constructed under
SCS guidance -3600 feet; diversion ditch built under SCS guidance -8480 feet;
ponds constructed under SCS guidance -9; open ditch constructed -8090 feet;
tree planting -15 acres; woodland improvement -166 acres; striperopping estab-
lished under SCS guidance -69 acres; tile drains installed under SCS guidance -
110,695 feet; housing subdivision reviewed by SCS staff -14.
HIGHLIGHTS OF 1977
I. Educational Activities
A Soils, Crops and Conservation Planning Workshop was held in March at
the Agricultural Headquarters to help farmers become more familiar with their
soils and discuss soil conservation problems. The 3 -session workshop was attended
by about 15 farmers.
Talks on soil conservation activities were given at two Cornell classes, Tomp-
kins -Cortland College, and the Trumansburg Rotary and Senior Citizens. An ex-
hibit was present on conservation planning at the County Fair.
II. Units of Government
$31,000 in USDA Soil Conservation Service 216 funding was used to install
1530 feet of rock rip -rap on Cascadilla and Six Mile Creeks to alleviate stream -
bank erosion caused by the 1976 storms. The Town of Dryden sponsored the work.
The Town of Lansing is seeking funding under the Soil Conservation Service
RC&D program for rock rip -rap to stop bank erosion on Salmon Creek where it
poses a threat to the town road. Assistance is also being provided to the town in
developing a Mine Land Use Reclamation Plan for the town gravel pit.
Soils information and suggestions for erosion control measures in urban areas
were presented to a committee of the Village of Lansing that proposed changes
in the existing subdivision and zoning ordinance.
III. Other News
James Calhoun, SCS District Conservationist here in Ithaca for the past 8
years will leave January 29th to accept a similar position in Hudson, N.Y.
Financial Report: Receipts—$5,351.66. Balance on hand December 31, 1976—
$5,737.94. Total Cash 1977—$11,089.60. Total Expenditures—$5,668.59. Balance on
Hand, December 31, 1977—$11,089.60.
326 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
TOMPKINS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
(Submitted by Lajos Mezgar, Director)
(detailed report on file with Clerk of Board)
1977 has been a good year for the library.
The relationship between the Library Board and the County has been clarified
after years of time consuming conflicts.
Phase I. of the library's physical reorganization has been completed, resulting
in better use of the available space.
Phase II. of the reorganization was also approved during 1977. Once carried
through it will eliminate the crowded condition in the Children's Department. and
will accommodate all the newspapers, periodicals and microforms at a single loca-
tion for easier use.
A new professional librarian position was approved, which will help provide
better library service.
New lighting was installed during the summer, and now, finally provides sat-
isfactory light levels for reading and makes the library a more inviting place in
which to be.
The decline in circulation was the only seemingly unfavorable trend during
1977. At the same time, the actual use of the library is increasing. One of the few
places where citizens can get information without being charged for it is the
public library. Residents of Tompkins County are making increasing use of the
library's information services.
Our library and its resources, books, periodicals, records, maps, pamphlets,
etc. are very well used by the people even if they are borrowing fewer books. De-
clining circulation is a nationwide trend due in part to the decrease in the school
age population.
In order to make people aware of the available library resources, we began
using mass media during 1977. We are participating weekly on the Barbara Hall
program on WHCU-AM, and we produce book reviews for WSKG-TV, Channel 46
(Cable Ch8) which are being telecast Mondays and Fridays during the 7:00 and
11:00 P.M. Newscenter program. We also began using the "community access"
time on local Cable Ch. 13. We believe that these involvements will, in the long
run, increase library use and even circulation.
As for the future we have two major problems to solve:
1. To replace our outmoded, inefficient circulation system with a modern com-
puterized system which would cut down waiting time for reserves, would provide
up-to-date information on what books or other library materials are in demand
and eliminate time-consuming routine work, releasing manpower for more respon-
sive service to the people.
2. Although the Phase II. reorganization of the facilities will result in more
efficient use of available space, the library will be crowded within 2-3 years with-
out available expansion space. An addition to the building will be needed for the
1980's.
We have started looking for ways and funds to solve the above problems, and
hope that we will find a solution soon.
I'd like to thank the Library Board for their understanding, suggestions and
guidance. A special thank you to the County Board of Representatives for their
cooperation and the smooth handling of library affairs. Thank you for the gen-
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 327
erosity of the Friends of the Tompkins County Public Library who have supported
our mass media involvement by purchasing equipment and tapes. Thank you for
the cooperation and understanding of the library staff, who have cheerfully put
up with constant changes and lived through numerous "future shocks" during the
year. And last, but not least, a thank you to our library users who put up with
temporary disruptions during our Phase I. reorganization, calmly accepting the
noisy conditions during the replacement of lights and kept on making positive
suggestions for the improvement of library services.
I hope that with your help and cooperation, 1978 will be another good year
for the library.
1977 STATISTICS
CIRCULATION
Circulation of all library materials 481,123
Circulation of books, magazines, pamphlets 445,603
Film circulation 3,015
Art Reproduction circulation 2,751
Audio materials (records, cassettes) 29,754
Interlibrary loan to other libraries 7,552
Interlibrary loan from other libraries 3,936
MATERIALS OWNED
Tompkins County Public Library book holdings 82,225
Finger Lakes Library System (CBA) book holdings 73,270
Grand Total book holdings 155,495
Tompkins County Public Library total materials holdings 113,331
Finger Lakes Library System (CBA) total materials holdings 76,582
Grand Total materials holdings 189,913
Number of Art Reproductions 580
Number of current periodical subscriptions 324
Number of phonorecords and audio cassettes 9,158
SERVICES
Number of reference questions and inquiries (Adult and Juvenile) 14,876
Number of reserves filled 11,286
Number of registered borrowers 30,434
PERSONNEL IN FULL-TIME EQUIVALENTS
Librarians 9.1
Clerical and page staff 27.8
Total 37.1
328 Tompkins County, New York
ANNUAL REPORT
HUMAN SERVICES COALITION
SUMMARY AND EVALUATION -1977-78
Program Objectives
I. To provide management and ac-
countability assistance to at least
eleven (11) agencies (2 city, 2
county, 7 United Way) in the
areas of program planning and
budgeting.
II. To review at least eleven (11) re-
quests for human service funding
made to the City, County and
United Way.
III. To determine the extent of unnec-
essary duplications of service in at
least two (2) service areas.
IV. To provide training programs/
workshops on six (6) management
topics. Use tests to evaluate im-
provement in understanding.
V. To negotiate formal "coordination
agreements" with at least 50% of
identified planning groups.
VI. To hold regular meetings, publish
a monthly newsletter and direc-
tory of services, and hold public
forums re: human service issues.
Status
Complete assistance provided to a to-
tal of twenty-one (21) agencies. Fol-
lowup ongoing.
Completed reviews of thirty-three
(33) requests for funding and United
Way affiliation.
Completed a study and made six (6)
recommendations regarding duplica-
tions of service in at least two (2)
service areas.
Completed workshops on three (3)
management topics. No tests con-
ducted.
No formal agreements completed.
However, significant involvement took
place with eight (8) groups.
Regular meetings held and newsletter
published on an ongoing basis. Twen-
ty (20) public and semi-public presen-
tations were made.
Number of objectives successfully met—four of six
Number of objectives partially met—one of six
Number of objectives not met—one of six
ACTIVITIES OF THE HUMAN SERVICES COALITION
1977-78
Goal I. To increase accountability of human service agencies to local funders.
Activities
Management assistance directed toward increasing accountability to funders,
primarily in the areas of program planning and budgeting, has been provided
in the form of individual consultations with the following agencies and pro-
grams:
Southside Community Center
Gadabout
Tompkins County Department of Social Services
Offender Aid and Restoration
Learning Web
Voluntary Action Center
Y.M.C.A.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program
I.A.C.C. Day Care Center
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 329
Tompkins County Day Care and Child Development Council
Meadow House
Mental Health Clinic
Alcoholism Council
Senior Citizen's Council
Tompkins County Family Court
City of Ithaca Youth Bureau
Tompkins County Drug Coordinator's Office
Mainline
Tompkins County Youth Bureau
Tompkins County Office for the Aging
Ithacare Center
Goal II. To improve the local fund allocation process.
Activities
1. Developed an improved timetable and process for the allocation of City
and County Revenue Sharing funds through negotiation with City and
County B & A and IGR Committees.
2. Developed a strong working relationship with and provided substantial
policy input to United Way in the area of fund allocation through official
and ex -officio membership on the Budget and Executive Committees and
the United Way Board.
3. Conducted a "management audit" of United Way policies and procedures.
4. Conducted reviews of the following requests for local funding:
Agency or Program Request
1) S.C.A.N. $ 800.00
2) Hangar Theatre 34,385.00
3) Strand Theatre 99,557.40
4) Ithaca Youth Bureau 26,000.00
5) R.S.V.P. 3,097.00
6) Senior Citizen's Council 1,825.00
7) Ithacare Center 30,000.00
8) Gadabout 5,000.00
9) Day Care & Child Development 8,000.00
10) V.A.C. 7,142.00
11) Cooperative Extension 7,000.00
12) Alcoholism Council 5,252.00
13) S.P.C.A. 18,000.00
14) Dewitt Park 20,000.00
15) Suicide Prevention 2,430.00
16) Drop -In Center 2,500.00
17) Family & Children's Service 8,000.00
18) Salvation Army 25,000.00
19) E.O.C. Outreach 43,702.00
20) Y.M.C.A./Mainline 3,000.00
21) Alcoholism Council 3,400.00
22) Day Care Council 8,800.00
23) Strand Theatre 65,000.00
Funder
City
City
City
City
City
City
City
City
City
City
County—$3500
City—$3500
County
City
City
County
County
County
County
County
United Way
United Way
United Way
County
Recom-
mendation
$ 800.00
34,385.00
No
26,000.00
2,017.00
1,825.00
30,000.00
5,000.00
8,000.00
No
7,000.00
5,252.00
18,000.00
No
2,430.00
1,000.00
8,000.00
25,000.00
No
3,000.00
3,400.00
8,800.00
No
5. Conducted reviews of three agencies (FISH, Learning Web, Big Brother/
Big Sister) to determine suitability for United Way affiliation.
6. Will have completed "in-depth" program reviews of seven (7) United Way
agencies by June 1, 1978.
330 Tompkins County, New York
Goal III. To determine the extent of unnecessary duplication of human services.
Activities
Conducted a study and made five (5) recommendations regarding duplication
as follows:
1. The EOC Alcohol Recovery Program and the Alcoholism Council should
merge or consolidate their services.
2. That some consolidation should take place between alcoholism programs
and Alcoholism and Drug Coordinator's office functions.
3. That there should be some consolidation between CETA programs and ad-
ministration housed at EOC, the County Personnel Office, and the New
York State Employment Service.
4. That significant duplication of service exists between the EOC Big
Brother/Big Sister program and similar programs (for different client
groups) run by the Ithaca Youth Bureau.
5. That significant duplication of service exists between Mainline and pro-
grams run by the Ithaca Youth Bureau, the Y.M.C.A. and Suicide Preven-
tion; some future merger between Mainline and one of these agencies
might be advisable.
6. That Southside Community Center and the Ithaca Youth Bureau seriously
consider future possibilities for joint programming.
Since these recommendations were made, the following actions have taken place:
1. The EOC Alcohol Recovery Program, the Alcoholism Council, and the
Alcoholism Coordinator's office have merged.
2. Certain previously duplicated functions are being consolidated under a new
County Manpower program umbrella operated by the County Personnel
Office.
3. Mainline has merged with the Y.M.C.A.
Goal IV. To increase agency understanding of the tools of accountability.
Activities
1. Conducted seven (7) workshops on how to use the Human Services Coali-
tion Resource Directory.
2. Conducted one workshop on the N.Y.S. budget for human services.
3. Conducted one workshop on program budgeting.
4. Conducted one workshop on proposal writing.
5. Conducted two workshops regarding C.E.T.A. planning.
Goal V. To increase coordination of human service planning activities.
Activities
Worked with the following groups to develop better coordination of planning:
Ad Hoc Committee on Employment and Training
Comprehensive Health Planning Council Review and Comment Committee
Dept. of Social Services Title XX Advisory Committee
Intergovernmental Study Committee
Ithaca City School District Reorganization Task Force
Youth Camp Director's Group
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 331
Gadabout Advisory Committee
C.E.T.A. Advisory Committee
Goal VI. To increase communication between local agencies, funders, and the
public about human services.
Activities
1. Held approximately thirty-six (36) regular and fifteen (15) ad hoc com-
mittee meetings involving agency staff and funders.
2. Published a monthly newsletter with a circulation of 400 containing ar-
ticles about human service issues and events.
3. Updated a 275 page directory of local human service agencies and pro-
grams.
4. Gave approximately twenty-eight (28) public presentations on topics of
interest to the human service community and the general public.
332 Tompkins County, New York
REPORT OF CLERK TO COMPTROLLER
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 improvement of highways, by the County Legis-
lature. in the month of December, 1977.
z
0
H
0
z
Town of Caroline $ 11,249,619.00 $ 57,460.00 $ 0.00
Town of Danby 10,237,244.00 47,946.00 21,600.00
Town of Dryden 45,010,055.00
144,850.00 36,000.00
Town of Enfield 8,932,560.00 47,900.00 0.00
Town of Groton 11,005,647.00 38,342.00 13,068.00
Town of Ithaca 55,934,602.00
19,473.25 0.00
Town of Lansing 57,165,982.00 100,031.00 3,218.00
Town of Newfield 15,463,524.00 108,900.00
Town of Ulysses 14,366,258.00 21,773.00
8,736.00
15,120.00
TOTAL $229,365,491.00 $586,675.25 $97,742.00
I certify that the preceding statement is correct.
PHYLLIS B. HOWELL, Clerk
State of New York
County of Tompkins
Hugh S. MacNeil 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 knows the same to be true.
ss:
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 333
SUMMARY
SCHEDULE OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES
LEVIED BY COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS (LEGISLATORS) FOR 1978
ALL TOWNS AND CITY OF ITHACA
COUNTY Or TOMPKINS
(Individual Schedules on file in Clerk's Office)
County Taxes and Assessments:
General Tax (include court and stenographer tax) $5,088,510.00
,(Add) Town and City Account:
�
County Self -Insurance Plan 4,747.30
Election Expenses 13,421.00
Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 4,306.61
Deficit From Prior Year Tax Rate 539.99
Excess From Current Year Tax Rate 2,329.17
Total $5,112,778.09
(Deduct) Sales Tax Credit to Reduce County Levy 2,114,000.00
Net County Tax Levy $2,998,778.09
(Add) Returned School Taxes 381,260.88
Interest and Penalties on Returned School Taxes 22,934.33
TOTAL—TO COUNTY TREASURER $3,402,973.30
Town Taxes: General (town wide) $ 352,340.50
General (Town outside Village) 18,001.00
Highway, Item 1 586,675.25
Highway, Item 1A 97,742.00
Highway, Item 2 16,665.00
Highway, Item 3 341,801.36
Highway, Item 4 285,363.00
Debit Serv. Fund, Item 5 21,500.00
Net Town Tax Levy $1,720,088.11
Special District Taxes:
Fire 183,877.59
Fire Protection 294,542.00
Lighting 15,392.94
Sewer 259,210.05
Water 400,425.29
Dryden—Ringwood Crt. Rd. 2,414.88
Groton—Ambulance 7,675.00
Total $1,163,537.75
TOTAL—TOWN AND SPECIAL DISTRICT TAXES
AND/OR CHARGES $2,883,625.86
Delinquent Assessments, Water and Other Charges 6,218.05
TOTAL—TO SUPERVISOR $2,889,843.91
TOTAL—ALL TAXES $6,292,817.21
334 Tompkins County, New York
To the Honorable Board of Representatives
Tompkins County
Ithaca, New York 14850
Gentlemen:
I am submitting herewith a report for the year 1977 showing appropriations,
expenditures, and balances in the various budgeted items, and the estimated and
actual income received.
John J. Murphy
County Administrator
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 335
GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS
Appropriations
1010 -BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
100 Personal Services 56,000.00
300 Supplies 8,000.00
400 Other Expense 6,000.00
Expenditures Balance
55,998.84
7,996.19
5,996.71
1.16
3.81
3.29
70,000.00
69,991.74
8.26
1040 -CLERK OF BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
100 Personal Services 30,817.00
300 Supplies 1,257.00
400 Other Expense 2,243.00
30,815.56
1,256.15
1,852.67
1.44
.85
390.33
34,317.00
33,924.38
392.62
1111 -COUNTY COURT -COUNTY CLERK
120 Personal Services 11,347.00
420 Other Expense 63.00
11,346.38
62.92
.62
.08
11,410.00
11,409.30
.70
1112 -COUNTY COURT -JUDGE FRIEDLANDER
100 Personal Services 5,385.00
300 Supplies 392.00
400 Other Expense 1,911.00
2,571.30 2,813.70
391.31 .69
1,910.61 .39
7,688.00
4,873.22 2,814.78
1113 -COUNTY COURT -JUDGE DEAN
100 Personal Services 12,107.00
300 Supplies 192.00
400 Other Expense 4,169.00
12,106.53
191.39
4,168.94
.47
.61
.06
16,468.00
16,466.86
1.14
1135 -SUPREME COURT -COUNTY CLERK
110 Fees 10,050.00
300 Supplies 141.00
400 Other Expense 146.00
9,984.84
140.01
145.80
65.16
.99
.20
10,337.00
10,270.65
66.35
1136 -SUPREME COURT -JUDGE BRYANT
300 Supplies 144.00
400 Other Expense 1,628.00
430 Payments to State 125,670.00
143.16
1,627.05
125,670.00
.84
.95
.00
127,442.00
127,440.21
1.79
1140 -FAMILY COURT
100 Personal Services 11,172.00
300 Supplies 424.00
400 Other Expense 3,369.00
10,795.39
190.70
3,368.92
376.61
233.30
.08
14,965.00
14,355.01 609.99
336 Tompkins County, New York
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
1145 -SURROGATE COURT
100 Personal Services 4,667.00 4,666.74 .26
300 Supplies 197.00 196.25 .75
400 Other Expense 749.00 748.22 .78
5,613.00
5,611.21 1.79
1155 -COMMISSIONER OF JURORS
100 Personal Services 3,943.00 3,942.63 .37
300 Supplies 13.00 12.56 .44
400 Other Expense 775.00 774.60 .40
4,731.00
4,729.79 1.21
1160 -COURT LIBRARY
300 Supplies 2,042.00 2,041.66 .34
2,042.00 2,041.66 .34
1162 -UNIFIED COURT BUDGET COSTS
400 Other Expense 142,730.00 142,729.92 .08
142,730.00 142,729.92 .08
1165 -DISTRICT ATTORNEY
100 Personal Services 84,283.00 84,281.95 1.05
200 Equipment 1,314.00 1,313.59 .41
300 Supplies 4.137.00 4,136.86 .14
400 Other Expense 28,725.00 28,724.50 .50
118,459.00
118,456.90 2.10
1170 -LEGAL DEFENSE OF INDIGENTS
110 Administrator Contract 4,200.00 4,200.00 .00
120 Attorneys Fees 64,636.00 64,635.75 .25
300 Supplies 100.00 97.49 2.51
400 Other Expense 1,200.00 1,199.77 .23
70,136.00
70,133.01 2.99
1180 -JUSTICES AND CONSTABLES
110 Fees 450.00 449.50 .50
450.00
449.50 .50
1185 -MEDICAL EXAMINER & CORONER
100 Personal Services 11,859.00
300 Supplies 200.00
400 Other Expense 1,000.00
11,844.76
50.00
980.00
14.24
150.00
20.00
13,059.00
12,874.76 184.24
1190 -GRAND JURY
110 Fees & Expense 10,000.00 1,601.20 8,398.80
10,000.00
1,601.20 8,398.80
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 337
Appropriations
Expenditures Balance
1230 -COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
100 Personal Services 76,865.00 76,230.70
200 Equipment 1,000.00 865.00
300 Supplies 1,500.00 1,475.75
400 Other Expense 4,500.00 4,110.87
634.30
135.00
24.25
389.13
83,865.00
82,682.32 1,182.68
1310 -DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
75,433.00
7,500.00
18,480.00
71,044.48
7,486.94
18,423.13
4,388.52
13.06
56.87
101,413.00
96,954.55 4,458.45
1355 -ASSESSMENT -ADMINISTRATION
100 Personal Services 52,454.00 51,707.19 746.81
200 Equipment 498.00 498.00 .00
300 Supplies 2,250.00 2,137.86 112.14
400 Other Expense 23,300.00 11,906.02 11,393.98
78,502.00
66,249.07 12,252.93
1356 -TAX MAP DIVISION
100 Personal Services 25,494.00 25,438.77 55.23
200 Equipment 350.00 350.00 .00
300 Supplies 1,600.00 981.66 618.34
400 Other Expense 2,600.00 355.05 2,244.95
30,044.00
27,125.48 2,918.52
1357 -FIELD DIVISION
100 Personal Services
300 Supplies
400 Other Expense
63,667.00
100.00
9,000.00
63,666.23 .77
.00 100.00
4,532.15 4,467.85
72,767.00
68,198.38 4,568.62
1358 -ACCOUNTING DIVISION
100 Personal Services 22,670.00 22,532.31 137.69
200 Equipment 1,691.00 1,691.00 .00
300 Supplies 12,000.00 3,512.38 8,487.62
400 Other Expense 37,150.00 26,680.57 10,469.43
73,511.00
54,416.26 19,094.74
1362 -TAX ADVERTISING
400 Expense 6,000.00 5,617.53 382.47
6,000.00
5,617.53 382.47
1364 -EXPENSES ON PROPERTY ACQUIRED FOR TAXES
400 Other Expense 1,500.00 162.48
1,500.00 162.48
1,337.52
1,337.52
1410 -COUNTY CLERK
100 Personal Services 67,193.00 64,383.35 2,809.65
200 Equipment 225.00 216.92 8.08
300 Supplies 2,500.00 2,492.99 7.01
400 Other Expense 26,677.00 26,676.91 .09
96,595.00
93,770.17 2,824.83
338 Tompkins County, New York
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
1411 -DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
100 Personal Services 68,886.00 64,705.16 4,180.84
300 Supplies 350.00 331.39 18.61
400 Other Expense 3,793.00 3,792.81 .19
73,029.00
68,829.36 4,199.64
1420 -COUNTY ATTORNEY -LAW
100 Personal Services 38,917.00 38,916.47 .53
300 Supplies 225.00 224.17 .83
400 Other Expense 1,465.00 1,465.00 .00
40,607.00
40,605.64 1.36
1430 -PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION
100 Personal Services 72,481.00 69,174.18 3,306.82
200 Equipment 265.00 264.89 .11
300 Supplies 1,464.00 1,463.82 .18
400 Other Expense 19,202.00 18,758.47 443.53
410 P.E R B 2,485.50 2,484.62 .88
95,897.50
92,145.98 3,751.52
1450 -BOARD OF ELECTIONS
100 Personal Services 38,392.00 37,685.21 706.79
200 Equipment 102.00 .00 102.00
300 Supplies 300.00 177.53 122.47
400 Other Expense 5,767.00 5,443.03 323.97
44,561.00
43,305.77 1,255.23
1451 -ELECTIONS
300 Supplies 1,000.00 871.38 128.62
400 Other Expense 16,833.00 16,832.21 .79
17,833.00 17,703.59 129.41
1490 -PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
100 Personal Services 28,557.00 28,556.52 .48
28,557.00 28,556.52 .48
1620 -BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
100 Personal Services 48,312.00 48,231.47 80.53
300 Supplies 3,500.00 3,162.38 337.62
410 Lights 25,000.00 24,290.96 709.04
420 Heat 23,000.00 15,724.22 7,275.78
440 Water 2,304.00 2,303.68 .32
460 Painting 1,691.00 923.86 767.14
470 Court House & Jail Repairs .. 14,000.00 10,501.72 3,498.28
475 Centrex Hospital 4,500.00 4,175.00 325.00
480 Repairs -County Grounds 305.00 304.45 .55
122,612.00 109, 617.74 12,994.26
1640 -CENTRAL GARAGE
300 Supplies 8,000.00 8,000.00 .00
8,000.00 8,000.00 .00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 339
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
1670—CENTRAL PRINTING AND MAILING
100 Personal Services 8,956.00 8,955.37 .63
300 Supplies 18,000.00 15,858.41 2,141.59
320 Print Room Supplies 19,000.00 17,337.60 1,662.40
400 Mail Room Other Expense 1,100.00 1,094.80 5.20
410 Print Room Other Expense 1,400.00 1,124.00 276.00
48,456.00
44,370.18 4,085.82
SPECIAL ITEMS
1910.400 Unallocated Insurance 15,000.00 14,715.00 285.00
1920.400 Municipal Assoc. Dues 2,000.00 2,000.00 .00
1930.400 Judgements & Claims 10,000.00 .00 10,000.00
1940.300 Purchase of Land 5,000.00 5,000.00 .00
1950.400 Taxes & Assess. on
County Property 2,000.00 .00 2,000.00
1960.400 Unpaid School Taxes 382,170.00 382,169.64 .36
1980.400 Prov. for Uncoll. Taxes 150,000.00 150,000.00 .00
1990.400 Contingent Fund 98,583.48 .00 98,583.48
664,753.48 553,884.64 110,868.84
EDUCATION
2490.400 Community College
Tuition 75,000.00 47,232.18 27,767.82
2495.400 TC -3 Joint Tuition 481,807.00 481,807.00 .00
2960.400 Handicapped Children 73,616.00 73,615.40 .60
2981.400 County Ext. Service 228,500.00 228,500.00 .00
858,923.00 831,154.58 27,768.42
3110—SHERIFF
100 Personal Services 422,401.00 422,245.17 155.83
200 Equipment 26,084.00 26,083.75 .25
300 Supplies 55,215.00 55,054.57 160.43
400 Other Expense 23,045.00 22,695.83 349.17
410 Radio Service 4,772.00 4,025.99 746.01
531,517.00
530,105.31 1,411.69
3140—PROBATION
100 Personal Services 201,807.00 191,479.98 10,327.02
200 Equipment 593.00 506.91 86.09
300 Supplies 5,700.00 4,860.67 839.33
400 Other Expense 19,320.00 18,861.47 458.52
227,420.00 215,709.03 11,710.97
3150—JAIL
100 Personal Services 73,493.00 73,006.44 486.56
200 Equipment 2,876.00 2,875.61 .39
300 Supplies 33,935.00 33,885.68 49.32
400 Other Expense 10,532.00 10,531.82 .18
410 Elevator Contract 1,800.00 1,705.99 94.01
122,636.00 122,005.54 630.46
340 Tompkins County, New York
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
3410 -FIRE & DISASTER COORDINATOR
100 Personal Services 62,875.00 62,722.89 152.11
200 Equipment 26,060.00 26,059.59 .41
210 Vol. Radio Equipment 200.00 .00 200.00
300 Supplies 8,758.00 8,757.92 .08
400 Other Expense 18,865.00 18,864.90 .10
116,758.00
116,405.30 352.70
3510 -CONTROL OF ANIMALS
400 Other Expense 35,305.00 35,305.00 .00
35,305.00 35,305.00 .00
3630 -COUNTY SEALER
100 Personal Services 10,419.00 10,418.64 .36
200 Equipment 383.00 383.00 .00
300 Supplies 394.00 393.02 .98
400 Other Expense 1,125.00 1,085.84 39.16
12,321.00
12,280.50 40.50
4010 -PUBLIC HEALTH
100 Personal Services 398,883.00 398,156.05 726.95
110 Fees 66,204.00 66,204.00 .00
200 Equipment 9,970.00 9,970.00 .00
300 Supplies 25,400.00 23,564.60 1,835.40
400 Other Expense 69,045.00 64,108.53 4,936.47
810 Retirement 55,578.00 55,578.00 .00
830 Social Security 23,937.00 21,941.44 1,995.56
840 Compensation 2,780.00 2,779.26 .74
860 Health Insurance 11,520.00 11,051.67 468.33
663,317.00
653,353.55 9,963.45
4012.4 Home Care Medicaid -
Medicare 120,771.00 120,770.35 .65
4042.4 Rabies Control Dogs 4,000.00 2,103.10 1,896.90
4046.4 Handicapped Children 50,000.00 43,489.49 6,510.51
4048.4 Adult Polio 500.00 180.98 319.02
4070.4 TB Care & Treatment 3,000.00 1,917.22 1,082.78
178,271.00
168,461.14 9,809.86
4080 -COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH PLANNING
100 Personal Services 6,872.00
300 Supplies 1,800.00
400 Other Expense 21,474.00
5,162.78 1,709.22
593.71 1,206.29
20,933.21 540.79
30,146.00
26,689.70 3,456.30
4220 -NARCOTIC ADDICTION CONTROL
400 Other Expense 396,160.00
331,464.71 64,695.29
396,160.00
331,464.71 64,695.29
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 341
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
4250 -ALCOHOLIC ADDICTION CONTROL
100 Personal Services 17,483.00 7,488.71 9,994.29
300 Supplies 304.00 303.26 .74
400 Other Expense 1,864.00 1,863.16 .84
810 Retirement 1,821.00 1,821.00 .00
830 Social Security 358.00 294.01 63.99
840 Compensation 56.00 .00 56.00
21,886.00 11,770.14 10,115.86
4310 -MENTAL HEALTH
100 Personal Services 263,140.00 237,561.86 25,578.14
200 Equipment 2,265.00 2,185.94 79.06
300 Supplies 7,700.00 7,580.55 119.45
400 Other Expense 109,824.00 107,057.71 2,766.29
410 Cert. Med. Indigents 200.00 163.70 36.30
420 Psychiatric Exams 2,500.00 1,870.00 630.00
810 Retirement 33,907.00 33,907.00 .00
830 Social Security 15,514.00 13,790.41 1,723.59
840 Compensation 2,028.00 2,027.65 .35
860 Health Insurance 8,107.00 6,812.40 1,294.60
445,185.00
412,957.22 32,227.78
4322 -CONTRACTED MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
410 Special Children's Center 125,853.00 97,853.00 28,000.00
420 Mental Health Assoc. 18,300.00 18,300.00 .00
430 Family & Children's Service 28,935.00 28,300.00 635.00
440 Alcoholic Council 33,795.00 33,795.00 .00
450 Challenge Industries 310,955.00 259,512.00 51,443.00
460 Youth Day Camp 8,580.00 8,580.00 .00
470 Suicide Prevention 16,250.00 16,250.00 .00
542,668.00 462,590.00 80,078.00
4390 -PSYCHIATRIC EXPENSE
400 Other Expense 50,876.00 50,876.00
50,876.00 50,876.00
.00
.00
6010 -SOCIAL SERVICES
100 Personal Services 999,931.00 998,708.87 1,222.13
200 Equipment 3,579.72 3,579.72 .00
300 Supplies 22,709.32 22,709.32 .00
400 Other Expense 217,281.65 216,548.76 732.89
500 Volunteer Services 2,420.84 2,420.84 .00
810 Retirement 145,461.00 145,461.00 .00
830 Social Security 68,012.21 68,012.21 .00
840 Compensation 8,469.28 8,469.28 .00
860 Health Insurance 41,941.86 41,941.86 .00
1,509,806.88
1,507,851.86 1,955.02
6030 -PUBLIC HOME
100 Personal Services 157,922.05 157,922.05 .00
200 Equipment 2,402.64 2,402.64 .00
300 Supplies 59,676.27 59,676.27 .00
400 Other Expense 34,493.84 34,493.84 .00
254,494.80 254,494.80 .00
342 Tompkins County, New York
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
6070 -PURCHASE OF SERVICES
400 Other Expense 268,752.52 268,752.52 .00
268,752.52 268,752.52 .00
6090 -FARM
100 Personal Services 29,624.16 29,624.16 .00
200 Equipment 650.00 650.00 .00
300 Supplies 34,986.13 34,986.13 .00
400 Other Expense 3,596.72 3,596.72 .00
68,857.01 68,857.01 .00
SOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAMS
6101 Medical Assistance 4,845,123.09 4,845,123.09 .00
6103 Aid to Aged, Blind, Disabled148,766.00 148,766.00 .00
6109 Aid to Dependent Children 2,973,564.48 2,973,564.48 .00
6119 Child Care 261,939.14 261,939.14 .00
6123 Juvenile Delinquent Care 266,791.87 266,791.87 .00
6129 State Training Schools 30,506.30 30,506.30 .00
6140 Home Relief 979,819.07 979,819.07 .00
6142 Emergency Aid to Adults 7,235.34 7,235.34 .00
6148 Burials 11,332.50 11,332.50 .00
9,525,077.79 9,525,077.79 .00
6210-CETA TITLE I
100 Personal Services .00 .00
400 Other Expense 334,291.21 334,291.21
.00
.00
334,291.21 334,291.21 .00
6220-CETA TITLE II
100 Personal Services 270,000.00 254,182.93 15,817.07
400 Other Expense 66,238.86 61,509.26 4,729.60
336,238.86 315,692.19 20,546.67
6230-CETA TITLE III
100 Personal Services .00 .00
400 Other Expense 152,000.27 152,000.27
.00
.00
152,000.27 152,000.27 .00
6260-CETA TITLE VI
100 Personal Services .00 .00 .00
400 Other Expense 770,142.39 448,556.67 321,585.72
770,142.39 448,556.67 321,585.72
6326 -ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY CORP.
400 Other Expense 6,370.00 6,370.00 .00
6,370.00 6,370.00 .00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 343
6380 -FEDERAL AID EMERGENCY EMPLOYMENT
100 Personal Services 4,521.97
400 Other Expense 94.30
4,521.97
94.30
.00
.00
4,616.27 4,616.27 .00
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
6381 -PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYMENT -ANTI RECESSION
400 Other Expense 94,427.00 94,427.00 .00
94,427.00 94,427.00 .00
6382 -ANTI RECESSION N.Y.S.
400 Other Expense 9,740.00 9,740.00 .00
9,740.00 9,740.00 .00
6410 -PUBLICITY
400 Finger Lakes Association 6,000.00 6,000.00 .00
410 Chamber of Commerce 6,000.00 6,000.00 .00
420 Ithaca Fall Festival 1,000.00 1,000.00 .00
13,000.00 13,000.00 .00
7020 -YOUTH BUREAU
100 Personal Services 7,408.00 889.02 6,518.98
200 Equipment 263.00 262.50 .50
300 Supplies 9.00 8.40 .60
7,680.00
1,159.92 6,520.08
7130 -SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM
400 Other Expense 2,158.00 2,158.00 .00
2,158.00 2,158.00 .00
7320 -JOINT YOUTH PROGRAM
420 Learning Web 18,500.00 18.499.99 .01
430 Big Brother/Big Sister 15,100.00 15,100.00 .00
440 Interim Families 10,613.00 10,575.73 37.27
460 Mainline 15,000.00 13,063.70 1,936.30
470 441 5,793.00 5,793.00 .00
480 4-H Outdoor Recreation 6,867.00 5,828.97 1,038.03
71,873.00
68,861.39 3,011.61
7410 -LIBRARIES
400 Finger Lakes Library Assoc5,570.00 5,570.00 .00
410 Libraries in Towns 3,000.00 3,000.00 .00
8,570.00 8,570.00 .00
7510 -HISTORICAL SERVICES
400 Other Expense 35,228.00 34,999.92 228.08
35,228.00
34,999.92 228.08
344 Tompkins County, New York
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
7550 -CELEBRATIONS
410 Veterans' Day 1,200.00 1,200.00 .00
1,200.00 1,200.00 .00
7610 -OFFICE FOR THE AGING
100 Personal Services 31,337.00 31,336.18 .82
200 Equipment 130.00 117.57 12.43
300 Supplies 7,693.00 7,693.00 .00
400 Other Expense 26,975.00 26,975.00 .00
810 Retirement 1,772.00 1,771.78 .22
830 Social Security 1,835.00 1,834.02 .98
840 Workmen's Compensation 50.00 .00 50.00
860 Health Insurance 260.00 181.60 78.40
70,052.00
69,909.15 142.85
7612 -RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
400 Other Expense 2,440.00
2,407.79 32.21
2,440.00
2,407.79 32.21
7615 -NUTRITION FOR ELDERLY PROGRAM
400 Other Expense 13,419.00 13,419.00 .00
13,419.00 13,419.00 .00
7620 -ADULT RECREATION
400 Other Expense 10,500.00 10,500.00 .00
10,500.00 10, 500.00 .00
8020 -PLANNING
100 Personal Services 102,173.00 102,031.96 141.04
300 Supplies 4,700.00 4,700.00 .00
400 Other Expense 7,800.00 7,800.00 .00
401 Forestry 1,500.00 394.54 1,105.46
116,173.00
114,926.50 1,246.50
8025 -JOINT PLANNING BOARD
400 Other Expense 2,000.00 2,000.00 .00
2,000.00 2,000.00 .00
8040 -HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
100 Personal Services 4,568.00 4,566.19 1.81
200 Equipment 835.67 828.64 7.03
300 Supplies 141.00 140.74 .26
400 Other Expense 2,565.33 2,564.57 .76
8,110.00
8,100.14 9.86
8160 -SANITARY LANDFILL
100 Personal Services 34,650.00 X3,497.85 1,152.15
300 Supplies 7,467.00 7,466.98 .02
400 Other Expense 181,283.00 181,281.55 1.45
223,400.00
222,246.38 1,153.62
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 345
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
8720—FISH AND GAME
400 Other Expense 919.00 908.36 10.64
919.00
908.36 10.64
8730—SOIL CONSERVATION
400 Other Expense 5,000.00 5,000.00 .00
5,000.00 5,000.00 .00
8750—AGRICULTURE & LIVESTOCK
400 Other Expense 1,515.00
1,509.06 5.94
1,515.00
1,509.06 5.94
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
9010 State Retirement 277,300.00 274,989.22 2,310.78
9030 Social Security 120,000.00 103,198.27 16,801.73
9040 Compensation 25,085.00 25,084.29 .71
9060 Health Insurance 72,315.00 69,265.63 3,049.37
494,700.00 472,537.41 22,162.59
INTERFUND REVENUE TRANSFERS
9512 Public Library 432,098.00 432,098.00 .00
9514 Airport 18,321.00 18,321.00 .00
9522 County Road 1,282,250.00 1,282,250.00 .00
1,732, 669.00 1,732,669.00 .00
9710—SERIAL BONDS
610 Community College 85,000.00 85,000.00 .00
620 Hospital 15,000.00 15,000.00 .00
710 Interest, Community College 30,105.00 30,105.00 .00
130,10 5.00 130,105.00 .00
Grand Total A Fund 22,867,264.98 22,037,597.31 829,667.67
346 Tompkins County, New York
FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
2980.010 Day Care & Child Dev4,500.00 4,500.00
4322.450 Challenge Industries 16,095.00 16,095.00 .00
6326 Tompkins County EOC 44,520.00 44,520.00 .00
7622.400 Dryden Sr. Housing
Corp. 12,000.00 12,000.00 .00
9550.944 Old Courthouse
Renovation 35,619.00 35,619.00 .00
112,734.00
108,234.00 4,500.00
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 347
ENTERPRISE FUNDS
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
5610—AIRPORT
100 Personal Services 58,557.00 58,556.73 .27
200 Equipment 6,308.00 6,183.57 124.43
300 Supplies 10,602.00 10,601.43 .57
400 Other Expense 56,890.00 56,889.17 .83
810 Retirement 6,469.00 6,469.00 .00
830 Social Security 3,428.90 3,428.90 .00
840 Compensation 1,133.00 1,132.55 .45
860. Health Insurance 1,598.10 1,527.04 71.06
144,986.00
144,788.39 197.61
9550—TRANSFER TO AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION FUND
35,250.00 35,250.00
.00
35,250.00 35,250.00 .00
Total Airport 180,236.00 180,038.39 197.61
4510—HOSPITAL
100 Personal Services 5,477,730.71 5,453,348.01 24,382.70
200 Equipment 141,777.00 141,776.15 .85
300 Supplies 1,798,412.59 1,798,412.59 .00
400 Other Expense 2,854,183.70. 2,751,213.70 102,970.00
Total Hospital 10,272,104.00 10,144,750.45 127,353.55
Total Enterprise Fund 10,452,340.00 10,324,788.84 127,551.16
7410—LIBRARY
100 Personal Services 344,194.00 343,454.70 739.30
200 Equipment 21,221.22 1;1,221.22 .00
300 Supplies 58,572.91 57,566.75 1,006.16
400 Other Expense 79,772.00 78,823.31 948.69
810 Retirement 42,582.00 42,582.00 .00
830 Social Security 21,059.00 19,474.37 1,584.63
840 Compensation 1,300.00 1,193.62 106.38
860 Health Insurance 9,000.00 8,796.19 203.81
577,701.13
573,112.16 4,588.97
9550—CAPITAL TRANSFER
12,571.00 12,571.00 .00
Total Library 590,272.13 585,683.16 4;588.97
348 Tompkins County, New York
COUNTY ROAD FUND
Appropriations Expenditures Balance
3310 -TRAFFIC
100 Personal Services 19,988.00 19,956.08 31.92
300 Supplies 21,066.00 21,065.73 .27
400 Other Expense 10,512.00 10,511.78 .22
51,566.00
51,533.59 32.41
5010 -ADMINISTRATION
100 Personal Services 33,646.00 33,630.67 15.33
300 Supplies 569.00 568.28 .72
400 Other Expense 842.00 841.80 .20
35,057.00
35,040.75 16.25
5110 -ROADS & BRIDGES
100 Personal Services 447,384.42 440,774.33 6,610.09
300 Supplies 476,867.00 476,866.77 .23
400 Other Expense 397,417.00 397,408.17 8.83
410 Contracts County Bridges 212,382.00 212,381.27 .73
810 Retirement 75,219.00 75,219.00 .00
830 Social Security 31,335.58 31,335.58 .00
840 Compensation 28,200.00 28,199.81 .19
860 Health Insurance 22,024.00 22,023.15 .85
1,690,829.00
1,684,208.08 6,620.92
5142 -SNOW REMOVAL COUNTY
100 Personal Services 47,500.00 47,499.31 .69
300 Supplies 47,250.00 47,249.74 .26
400 Other Expense 254,904.00 254,903.13 .87
349,654.00
349,652.18 1.82
5144 -SNOW REMOVAL STATE
100 Personal Services 15,000.00 10,374.89 4,625.11
300 Supplies 30,000.00 19,257.99 10,742.01
400 Other Expense 55,000.00 35,050.64 19,949.36
100,000.00 64,683.52 35,316.48
Total County Road Fund 2,227,106.00 2,185,118.12 41,987.88
5130 -ROAD MACHINERY
100 Personal Services 82,347.00 81,872.42 474.58
200 Equipment 117,732.50 117,732.50 .00
300 Supplies 143,535.50 143,534.83 .67
400 Other Expense 81,135.00 81,134.74 .26
810 Retirement 10,299.00 10,299.00 .00
830 Social Security 4,959.00 4,796.50 162.50
840 Compensation 2,251.00 2,250.59 .41
860 Health Insurance 3,033.00 3,032.60 .40
445,292.00
444,653.18 638.82
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 349
GENERAL FUND REVENUE ACCOUNTS
REAL PROPERTY ITEMS
1001 Real Property Taxes
1051 Gain fr. Sale of Tax Acq. Prop.
1060 Relevy of Returned Sch. Txs
1081 Other Pay in Lieu of Txs.
1090 Int. & Penal. on RI. Prop. Txs.
1110 Sales & Use Tax
1115 Non Prop. Tx. Reduce
Tax Levy
Budget
3,703,134.00
.00
382,170.00
20,000.00
70,000.00
3,500,000.00
1,592,000.00
Unearned
Receipts Balance
3,703,134.00 .00
106.05 106.05cr
382,164.64 5.36
19,575.69 424.31
116,118.99 46,118.99er
4,147,865.63 647,865.63cr
1,592,000.00 .00
9,267,304.00 9,960,965.00 693,661.00cr
DEPARTMENTAL INCOME
1215 Surrogate Fees
1230 Treasurer's Fees
1235 Redemption Expense
1250 Assessor's Fees & Tax Maps
1255 Clerk's Fees
5,000.00
20,000.00
1,000.00
1,500.00
126,900.00
7,989.25
31,746.68
7,685.00
1,562.33
154,504.90
2,989.25cr
11,746.68cr
6,685.00cr
62.33cr
27,604.90cr
154,400.00 203,488.16 49,088.16cr
PUBLIC SAFETY
1510 Sheriff Fees
1525 Prisoner Charges
26,000.00 23,964.12
4,500.00 7,260.83
2,035.88
2,760.83cr
30,500.00
31,224.95 724.95cr
HEALTH
1601 Public Health Fees
1605 Chgs. Care Handi. Children
1606 Schuyler Co. Contract
1610 Home Nursing Charges
1620 Mental Health Fees
1625.410 Special Children's Ctr.
1625.420 Mental Health Assoc
1625.430 Family & Children's Serv.
1625.440 Alcoholism Council
1625.450 Challenge/ARC Workshop
1625.460 Ithaca Youth Bureau
Day Camp
1625.470 Suicide Prevention
1687 Donations, Swine Flu
1688 Donations Rabies
1689 Health Dept. Other
41,500.00
3,000.00
.00
160,200.00
45,800.00
62,926.00
9,150.00
14,468.00
16,898.00
75,622.00
4,473.00
7,942.00
.00
.00
.00
28,920.63
1,587.70
415.00
156,669.09
55,625.13
45,418.28
9,164.67
11,664.17
13,051.67
53,220.73
3,681.90
8,268.16
371.40
696.88
987.37
12,579.37
1,412.30
415.00cr
3,530.91
9,825.13cr
17,507.72
14.67cr
2,803.83
3,846.33
22,401.27
791.10
326.16er
371.40er
696.88cr
987.37cr
441,979.00
389,742.78 52,236.22
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE & DEVELOPMENT
1801 Repay Medical Assistance 54,000.00 100,000.34 46,000.34cr
1803 Repay Aid to Aged, Disabled .00 1,582.48 1,582.48cr
1809 Repay Aid to
Dependent Children 60,000.00 14 7,457.73 87,457.73cr
1811 Child Support Incentive Earn. .00 29,621.24 29,621.24cr
1819 Repay Child Care Foster Care 10,000.00 22,959.94 12,959.94cr
1823 Repay Juvenile Delinq. Care8,000.00 13,657.69 5,657.69er
1830 Repay Adult Care Pub. Inst75,300.00 86,432.37 11,132.37cr
1840 Repay Home Relief 21,000.00 12.503.88 8,496.12
1842 Repay Emerg. Aid Adults .00 1,834.02 1,834.02cr
350 Tompkins County, New York
Unearned
Budget Receipts Balance
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE & DEVELOPMENT (continued)
1848 Repay Burials 500.00 636.69 136.69cr
1870 Repay Pur. Serv. Day Care .00 2,091.57 2,091.57cr
1880 Recovery Charges .00 131.51 131.51cr
1890 Sale of Farm Products 15,000.00 21,809.67 6,809.67cr
243,800.00 440,719.13 196,919.13cr
CULTURE AND RECREATION
2070.010 Private Agencies 2,897.00 2,597.56 299.44
2070.015 4-H Outdoor Recreation 3,434.00 2,763.42 670.58
2070.020 Cont. Fr. Pri. Agencies -
Mainline 7,500.00 8,162.63 662.63cr
2070.030 Big Brother/Big Sister 7,550.00 9,142.76 1,592.76cr
2070.040 Interim Families 2,500.00 2,491.62 8.38
2070.050 Learning Web 9,250.00 6,982.50 2,267.50
2115 Planning Dept. Fees .00 105.51 105.51cr
2215 Election Exp. Other Govt. 9,000.00 13,590.74 4,590.74cr
2226 Sale of Supplies 40,000.00 35,473.85 4,526.15
82,131.00 81,310.59 820.41
USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY
2401 Interest & Earnings 250,000.00 220,998.48 29,001.52
2410 Rental of Real Property 3,000.00 2,700.00 300.00
2450 Commissions .00 104.01 104.01cr
253,000.00 223,802.49 29,197.51
LICENSES AND PERMITS
2545 Licenses 1,200.00
1,414.00 214.00cr
1,200.00
1,414.00 214.00cr
FINES & FORFEITED BAIL
2610 Fines & Forfeited Bail 1,500.00 6,109.93 4,609.93cr
2620 Forfeiture of Deposits .00 100.00 100.00cr
1,500.00 6,209.93 4,709.93cr
SALE OF PROPERTY AND COMPENSATION FOR LOSS
2652 Sale of Forest Products .00 506.00 506.00cr
2655 Minor Sales Other 8,000.00 9,456.98 1,456.98cr
2680 Insurance Recoveries .00 183.22 183.22cr
8,000.00 10,146.20 2,146.20cr
MISCELLANEOUS
2701 Refund Prior Yrs. Expense .00 12,039.00 12,039.00cr
2702 Fire Dispatchers 23,360.00 49,635.58 26,275.58cr
2770.010 Misc. Reimbursements .00 28,773.84 28,773.84cr
2770.020 Salary Reimb.
Janitor Library 8,250.00 7,070.96 1,179.04
2770.030 Reimb. Prob. Telephone 4,000.00 .00 4,000.00
2770.040 Counsel Fees .00 435.07 435.07cr
2770.050 Narcotic Addict. Control119,029.00 .00 119,029.00
154,639.00 97,954.45 56,684.55
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 351
Unearned
Budget Receipts Balance
INTERFUND REVENUES
2960.610 Premium on Securities
Issued TC -3 85,000.00 85,000.00 .00
2960.620 Premium on Securities
Issued Hospital 15,000.00 .00 15,000.00
2960.710 Interest on Securities
Issued TC -3 30,105.00 30,105.00 .00
130,105.00 115,105.00 15, 000.00
STATE AID
3001 Per Capita Rev. Share 306,000.00 327,777.00 21,777.00cr
3020 Judicial Salaries 8,912.00 8,912.00
3089.010 Planning Grant 26,100.00 24,441.50 1,658.50
.020 Environmental Mangmt8,000.00 7,909.17 90.83
.090 Forestry 1,500.00 .00 1,500.00
.110 St. Police Data Speed 3,820.00 2,228.24 1,591.76
3277 Educ. Handicapped Children35,700.48 36,669.96 969.48cr
3310 Probation Services 94,013.00 89,962.40 4,050.60
3315 Navigation Law Enforcement2,000.00 2,627.07 627.07cr
3330 Security Costs 4,150.00 4,150.00 .00
3401 Public Health Work 268,787.00 245,934.28 22,852.72
3402 MA Program Administration2,900.00 .00 2,900.00
3442 Rabies 2,000.00 865.85 1,134.15
3446 Care of Handicapped Children 23,500.00 13,556.40 9,943.60
3448 Adult Polio 250.00 90.49 159.51
3482 TB Care and Treatment 1,600.00 .00 1,600.00
3486 Narcotic Addiction Control 271,793.00 166,273.15 105,519.85
3487 Narcotics—Mainline 7,500.00 8,313.74 813.74cr
3490 Mental Health 598,364.00 491,784.54 106,579.46
3491 Alcoholic Addiction Control 21,886.00 12,128.83 9,757.17
3601 Medical Assistance 1,200,000.00 1,261,807.69 61,807.69ci
3609 Aid to Dependent Children 707,000.00 659,416.23 47,583.77
3610 Social Services Admin. 293,377.50 343,581.65 50,204.15cr
3611 Food Stamps 44,000.00 70,213.00 26,213.00cr
3613 Home Relief 589,000.00 583,849.29 5,150.71
3619 Child Foster Care 75,600.00 113,194.40 37,594.40cr
3623 Juvenile Delinquents 150,000.00 110,723.11 39,276.89
3630 Adult Care Public Inst. 75,000.00 107,891.37 32,891.37cr
3642 Emergency Aid Adults 2,500.00 2,435.13 64.87
3648 Burials 9,700.00 3,937.90 5,762.10
3670 Services for Recipients 100,000.00 98,448.21 1,551.79
3801 Recreation for Elderly 4,550.00 3,004.11 1,545.89
3803 Programs for Aging 59,212.00 57,863.68 1,348.32
3820.010 Youth Programs—Sheriff . 3,913.00 2,013.49 1,899.51
.020 Youth Programs -4-H 2,896.00 2,640.01 255.99
.025 4-H Summer Camp 3,433.00 2,676.09 756.91
3820.030 Big Brother/Big Sister 7,550.00 9,136.45 1,586.45cr
.040 Interim Families 4,347.00 6,597.32 2,250.32cr
.050 Learning Web 9,250.00 9,249.00 .01
5,030,103.98 4,883,391.74 146,712.24
352 Tompkins County, New York
Budget
Unearned
Receipts Balance
FEDERAL AID
4089.050 Office for the Aging .00 150.00 150.00cr
4453 Swine Flu Public Health .00 8,273.76 8,273.76cr
.00 8,273.76 8,273.76cr
4601 Medical Assistance 2,018,000.00 2,078,596.60 60,596.60cr
4609 Aid to Dependent Children 1,440,000.00 1,319,166.78 120,833.21
4610 Social Services Admin. 725,264.00 667,984.00 57,280.00
4611 Food Stamps 64,000.00 79,591.00 15,591.00cr
4670 Services for Recipient3 64,000.00 69,707.17 5,707.17cr
4702 Anti Recession Public Works132,350.00 190,182.33 57,832.33cr
4710 CETA Title I 322,098.00 288,064.01 34,033.99
4720 CETA Title II 254,141.00 277,440.94 23,299.94cr
4730 CETA 154,765.00 149,385.16 5,379.84
4730.420 CETA Title I .00 48,497.33 48,497.33cr
.430 CETA Title VI .00 61,093.61 61,093.61cr
4731 CETA Title II .00 7,257.03 7,257.03cr
4740 CETA Title VI 862,685.00 538,389.64 324,295.36
4741 CETA Spedy Title III 2,158.00 2,162.96 4.96cr
4751 Anti Recession 25,542.00 25,542.00 .00
4780 EEA Labor Manpower 3,600.00 .00 3,600.00
6,068,603.00 5,803,060.57 265,542.43
Grand Total A Fund Revenues .... 21,867,264.98 22,256,958.75 389,693.77cr
COUNTY ROAD REVENUES
2302 Snow Removal 100,000.00 72,446.34 27,553.66
2306 Roads/Bridges Charges 164,000.00 185,423.75 21,423.75cr
2401 Interest 2,000.00 1,225.32 774.68
2680 Insurance Recoveries .00 1,000.00 1,000.00cr
2701 Refund Prior Years Expense .00 9,307.44 9,307.44cr
2770 Other Unclassified Revs. 26,000.00 30,225.37 4,225.37cr
2810 Tr. Fr. General Fund 1,282,250.00 1,282,250.00 .00
3503 Motor Fuel Tax State Aid 500,000.00 471,768.69 28,231.31
3504 St. Aid Mtr. Veh. Lic. Fees 110,000.00 126,702.47 16,702.47cr
2,184,250.00
2,180,349.38 3,900.62
ROAD MACHINERY REVENUES
2401 Interest .00 839.15 839.15cr
2416 Rent Equip. Other Govts. .00 5,378.85 5,378.85cr
2650 Sales Scrap Excess .00 624.30 624.30er
2655 Minor Sales Other .00 63.50 63.50cr
2680 Insurance Recoveries .00 2,687.70 2,687.70cr
2701 Refund Prior Years Expense .00 5,413.98 5,413.98er
2770 Other Unclassified Rev. .00 184.55 184.55cr
2822 Tsf. Fr. County Road Fund 424,636.00 417,516.19 7,119.81
424,636.00 432,708.22 8,072.22er
Grand Total County Road &
Highway Machinery Revenues .... 2,608,886.00 2,613,057.60 4,171.60cr
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 353
ENTERPRISE REVENUE ACCOUNTS
Budget
Unearned
Receipts Balance
AIRPORT
1770 Landing Fees 46,000.00 50,978.74 4,978.74cr
1774 Concessions 32,692.00 44,759.92 12,067.92cr
2401 Interest .00 2,379.43 2,379.43cr
2410 Rentals 35,288.00 34,044.58 1,243.42
2770 Other Unclassified Revs. 3,080.00 12,903.39 9,823.39cr
2810 Contribution Fr. Gen. Fund 18,321.00 18,321.00 .00
135,381.00 163,387.06 28,006.06cr
HOSPITAL
1592 Employee Subsistence 200,000.00 222,284.85 22,284.85cr
1635 In Patients 9,116,646.00 8,960,775.81 155,870.19
1636 Patients Family Medicine 157,000.00 257,886.39 100,886.39cr
2228 Copying Records 2,500.00 1,854.50 645.50
2401 Interest 50,000.00 710.95 49,289.05
2410 Rental of Real Property 129,974.00 94,365.40 35,608.60
2655 Minor Sales 20,000.00 42,393.13 22,393.13cr
2701 Refund Prior Years Expense .00 67,443.10 67,443.10cr
2705 Gifts & Donations 45,000.00 1,701.35 43,298.65
4430 Fed. Grant Appalachia 262,484.00 190,388.50 72,095.50
9,983,604.00 9,839,803.98 143,800.02
LIBRARY
1807 Library System Grant 1,657.90 1,657.90 .00
2082 Fines 21,000.00 20,959.66 40.34
2360 Charges for Services 17,400.00 17,832.31 432.31cr
2401 Interest .00 392.02 392.02cr
2410 Rental of Real Property 13,100.00 13,081.00 19.00
2650 Sale of Scrap & Excess Matls800.00 719.49 80.51
2690 Other Comp. for Loss 900.00 1,233.66 333.66cr
2701 Refunds of Prior Years .00 58.72 58.72cr
2755 Endow. & Tr. Fund Income 3,500.00 2,386.11 1,113.89
2760 Systems Grant 24,217.00 67,281.33 43,064.33cr
2770 Other Unclassified Revs. 700.00 698.63 1.37
2810 Transfer Fr. Gen. Fund 432,098.00 432,098.00 .00
3840 State Aid for Libraries 46,134.00 .00 46,134.00
561,506.90 558,398.83 3,108.07
FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING
2401 Interest
4001 Federal Aid General
Revenue Sharing
.00 33,935.03 33,935.03cr
.00 759,920.00 759,920.00cr
.00 793,955.03 793,855.03cr
Grand Total Revenues
Enterprise Funds 10,680,491.90 11,355,444.90 674,953.00cr
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 1977, including salary.
Previous
Board Years Mileage
Meetings Encumbered &
Towns and City Representatives Attended Expenses Expenses Salary
Caroline/Danby Erie J. Miller, Jr. 21 $182.72 $ .00 $3,499.92
Dryden Robert I. Watros 24 178.04 304.65 3,499.92
Dryden James E. Kidney 19 123.20 335.50 3,499.92
Endfield/Newfield ....James W. Ray 23 70.20 406.32 3,499.92
Groton Claude W. Holden 24 448.21 82.59 3,499.92
Ithaca Henry Theisen 24 .00 .00 3,499.92
Ithaca Beverly E. Livesay 25 .00 .00 3,499.92
Ithaca Hugh S. MacNeil, Chairman 25 34.51 535.84 6,999.96
Lansing Harris B. Dates 25 59.15 818.46 3,499.92
Ulysses Herbert W. Haight 22 21.84 221.10 3,499.92
City of Ithaca:
1st District John C. Clynes 23 88.72 101.49 3,499.92
2nd District Donald J. Culligan 23 .00 181.50 3,499.92
3rd District Louis R. Webster 23 .00 42.00 3,499.92
4th District LeGrace G. Benson 20 20.86 42.71 3,499.92
5th District Bryant Robey 24 .00 .00 3,499.92
)1JoA MGN 'X4unop supidwol
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 355
TOWN OF CAROLINE
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Less
Less Estimated Amount To
Appropri- Estimated Fund Be Raised
Code Fund ations Revenues Balance By Tax
A General $ 84,702.50 $49,105.00 $ 9,300.00 $ 26,297.50
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements 70,560.00 6,600.00 6,500.00 57,460.00
DB Bridges 2,384.00 25.00 1,200.00 1,159.00
DM Machinery 39,766.00 3,700.00 8,500.00 27,566.00
DS Snow and Misc. 18,132.00 1,500.00 3,600.00 13,032.00
CF Federal Revenue Sharing 15,100.00 15,100.00
S Special Districts:
Brooktondale Fire 14,550.00 3,450.00 11,100.00
Slaterville Fire 10,037.65 10,037.65
Caroline Fire Protection 5,500.00 5,500.00
Brooktondale Light 1,850.00 1,850.00
Slaterville Light 1,080.00 1,080.00
Speedsville Light 625.00 625.00
Totals $264,287.15 $79,480.00 $29,100.00 $155,707.15
Delinquent Charges 0.00
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $155,707.15
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $139,151.46
Compenastion Insurance 125.80
Election Expense 821.64
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 126,763.98 $ 13,334.92
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 0.00
Excess 37.96
Returned School Taxes 8,998.88
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $ 22,371.76
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $178,078.91
TAX RATES:
County 1.294
Town 11.158
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS:
Brooktondale Fire (FD201) 1.957
Slaterville Fire (FD202) 2.819
Caroline Fire (FD203) 2.362
Brooktondale Light (LD201) 1.087
Slaterville Light (LD202) .998
Speedsville Light (LD203) 2.505
356 Tompkins County, New York
TOWN OF DANBY
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Less
Less Estimated Amount To
Appropri- Estimated Fund Be Raised
Code Fund ations Revenues Balance By Tax
A General $ 80,575.00 $ 41,570.00 $16,000.00 $ 23,005.00
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements 53,400.00 5,454.00 47,946.00
DB Bridges 1,500.00 1,500.00
DM Machinery 33,291.00 17,500.00 15,791.00
DS Snow and Misc. 31,724.00 9,000.00 10,000.00 12,724.00
DE Improvement Program36,000.00 14,400.00 21,600.00
CF Federal Revenue Sharing 37,396.10 7,530.00 29,866.10
S Special Districts:
Fire District 38,327.00 38,327.00
West Danby Water Dist18,633.00 12,100.00 1,000.00 5,533.00
Totals $330,846.10 $107,554.00 $58,366.10 $164,926.00
Delinquent Charges 2,063.40
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $166,989.40
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $147,371.82
Compensation Insurance 122.56
Election Expenses 552.58
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 107,114.66 $ 40,932.30
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 391.90
Excess 22.18
Returned School Taxes 12,638.40
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $ 53,984.78
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $220,974.18
TAX RATES:
County 4.292
Town 11.826
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS:
Danby Fire (FD221) 3.655
West Danby Water (WD221) 7.269
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 357
TOWN OF DRYDEN
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Code Fund
A General
B General Outside
Village
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements
DB Bridges
DM Machinery
DS Snow and Misc
DE Improvement Pr
S Special Districts:
Varna Light Dist.
Etna Light Dist.
Water Dist. #1
Dryden Fire Prot
Sewer Dist. #1
Sewer Dist. #2
Improvement—
Ringwood Court
McLean Fire Dist.
Appropri-
ations
$240,700.00
66,500.00
Less
Estimated
Revenues
$116,800.00
44,500.00
203,850.00 59,000.00
4,500.00
100,000.00
129,580.00
ogram36,000.00
1,700.00
1,350.00
20,700.00
ection .. 75,300.00 1,800.00
3,670.00
27,600.00
13,000.00
50,000.00
2,414.88
4,472.89
Less
Estimated Amount To
Fund Be Raised
Balance By Tax
$30,000.00 $ 93,900.00
15,000.00 7,000.00
1,670.00
6,000.00
144,850.00
4,500.00
87,000.00
79,580.00
36,000.00
1,700.00
1,350.00
20,700.00
73,500.00
2,000.00
21,600.00
2,414.88
4,472.89
Totals $918,337.77 $285,100.00 $52,670.00 $580,567.77
Delinquent Charges $ 0.00
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $580,567.77
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $745,460.12
Compensation Insurance 707.94
Election Expense 2,230.79
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 413,941.76 $334,457.09
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 717.49
Excess 167.77
Returned School Taxes 104,608.10
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $439,950.45
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $1,020,518.22
TAX RATES:
Dryden Village:
County 14.007
Town 4.917
Freeville Village:
County 5.035
Town 4.917
358 Tompkins County, New York
Dryden Outside:
County 5.035
Town 9.091
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS:
Dryden Fire Protection (FD241) 1.658
McLean Fire (FD242) 3.501
Etna Light (LD241) 1.363
Varna Light (LD242) 1.349
Ringwood Court Road Improvements (RD241) .78/front foot
Sapsucker Road Sewer (SD241) 52.63/unit
Varna Sewer (SD242) 73.72/unit
Varna Water 4.095/1,000
0.09/front foot
46.04/unit
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 359
TOWN or ENFIELD
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Less
Less Estimated Amount To
Appropri- Estimated Fund Be Raised
Code Fund ations Revenues Balance By Tax
A General $ 54,800.00 $42,150.00 $ 12,650.00
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements 63,350.00 5,450.00 $10,000.00 47,900.00
DM Machinery 20,000.00 3,800.00 5,000.00 11,200.00
DS Snow and Misc. 20,500.00 2,800.00 17,700.00
CF Federal Revenue Sharing 13,250.00 13,250.00
V Debt Service Fund 21,500.00 21,500.00
S Special Districts:
Enfield Fire Protection 16,000.00 16,000.00
Totals $209,400.00 $67,450.00 $15,000.00 $126,950.00
Delinquent Charges $ 0.00
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $126,950.00
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $122,437.10
Compensation Insurance 106.75
Election Expenses 214.87
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 101,660.85 $ 21,097.87
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 0.00
Excess 29.93
Returned School Taxes 13,789.11
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $ 34,916.91
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $161,866.91
TAX RATES:
County 2.364
Town 12.421
TAX RATE FOR SPECIAL DISTRICT:
Enfield Fire Protection (FD261) 1.750
360 Tompkins County, New York
TOWN OF GROTON
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Less
Less Estimated Amount To
Appropri- Estimated Fund Be Raised
Code Fund ati,ons Revenues Balance By Tax
A General $ 86,460.00 $ 49,520.00 $ 36,940.00
B General Outside
Village 10,006.00 2,600.00 7,406.00
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements 65,650.00 27,308.00 38,342.00
DB Bridges 515.00 515.00
DM Machinery 98,000.00 21,674.64 $10,000.00 66,325.36
DS *Snow and Misc. 39,725.00 39,725.00
DE Improvement Program21,780.00 8,712.00 13,068.00
CF Federal Revenue Sharing 44,000.00 35,000.00 9,000.00
S Special Districts:
Peruville Light 690.00 690.00
McLean Light 1,000.00 1,000.00
Groton Fire 13,700.00 13,700.00
Ambulance 7,675.00 7,675.00
McLean Fire District 11,843.00 11,843.00
Totals $401,044.00 $144,814.64 $19,000.00 $237,229.36
*Village is exempt from Machinery and Snow and Miscellaneous Taxes.
Delinquent Charges $ 0.00
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $237,229.36
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $245,173.15
Compensation Insurance 212.23
Election Expenses 894.28
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 130,097.79 $116,181.87
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy 30.15
DEFICIT — 535.99
Returned School Taxes 76,223.62
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $191,899.65
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $429,129.01
TAX RATES:
Inside: County 12.845
Town 7.460
Outside: County 1.017
Town 12.790
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS:
Fire Protection and Ambulance (FD281) 2.740
McLean Fire (FD282) 3.250
McLean Light (LD281) 1.090
Peruville Light (LD282) 2.000
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 361
TOWN OF ITHACA
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Appropri-
Code Fund ations
A General
B General Outside
Village
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements
DB Bridges
DM *Machinery
DS *Snow and Misc.
CF Federal Revenue Sharing
S Special Districts:
Forest Home Lighting...
Glenside Lighting
Renwick Heights Lght. .
Eastwood Commons Lght.
Fire Protection
Anti -Recession
Less
Estimated
Revenues
Less
Estimated
Fund
Balance
$264,041.00 $144,138.00
57,323.00 137,700.00 $15,000.00
(95,377.00 transfer)
116,246.00 88,772.75
566.00
47,414.00 12,177.00
79,896.00 5,900.00
94,132.00 94,132.00
770.00
300.00
415.00
750.00 130.00
159,500.00 3,000.00
14,487.00 14,487.00
8,000.00
5,000.00
5,000.00
3,600.00
Amount To
Be Raised
By Tax
$119,903.00
19,473.25
566.00
30,237.00
68,996.00
770.00
300.00
415.00
620.00
152,900.00
Totals $835,840.00 $405,059.75 $36,600.00 $394,180.25
*Village is exempt from Machinery and Snow and Miscellaneous Taxes.
Actual Budget Total $393,614.25
Benefit Basis Charges 433,024.91
Delinquent Charges 3,053.30
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $829,692.46
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $991,069.01
Compensation Insurance 939.56
Election Expenses 1,930.23
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 630,434.58 $363,504.22
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 643.00
Excess 1,473.03
Returned School Taxes 0.00
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $365,620.65
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $1,195,313.11
TAX RATES:
Inside: County 12.006
Town 1.458
Outside: County .847
Town 3.480
362 Tompkins County, New York
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS:
Fire Protection (FD301) 2.667
Forest Home Light (LD301) .518
Glenside Light (LD302) .951
Renwick Heights Light (LD303) .462
Eastwood Commons Light (LD304) 1.237
Ithaca Sewer (SD301) 50.00/unit or .01/1,000
Ithaca Water (WD301) 48.00/unit or .02/1,000
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 363
TOWN OF LANSING
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Less
Less Estimated Amount To
Appropri- Estimated Fund Be Raised
Code Fund ations Revenues Balance By Tax
A General $284,670.00 $160,235.00 $116,300.00 $ 8,135.00
B General Outside
Village 20,664.00 18,664.00 2,000.00
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements 158,968.00 58,937.00 100,031.00
DB Bridges 22,176.00 15,000.00 7,176.00
DM *Machinery 111,897.00 33,000.00 40,000.00 38,897.00
DS *Snow and Misc. 75,176.00 12,000.00 50,000.00 13,176.00
DE Improvement Program 5,850.00 2,632.00 3,218.00
CFXX Federal Anti -
Recession Fund 11,760.00 5,000.00 6,760.00
CF Federal Revenue Sharing 139,895.00 38,000.00 101,895.00
CFX State Anti -Recession
Fund 4,628.00 4,628.00
V Debt Service Fund 17,420.00 17,420.00
S Special Districts:
Lansing Fire District 108,097.05
McKinney's Water Dist853.77
Ludlowville Light Dist492.94
Lansing Water Dist. #1119,883.74
Lansing Water Dist. #23,771.84
Lansing Sewer Dist. #232,268.08
Maintenance and Oper.
Lansing Water Dist. #2. 7,123.00 7,123.00
Delinquent Water #2
Charges 993.34
Totals $436,993.76
*Village is not exempt from Machinery and Snow and Miscellaneous Taxes.
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $436,993.76
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $1,066,416.18
Compensation Insurance 1,012.80
Election Expenses 1,961.90
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 299,236.98 $770,153.90
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 1,443.58
Excess 229.64
Returned School Taxes 89,025.47
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $860,852.59
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $1,297,846.35
364 Tompkins County, New York
TAX RATES:
Inside: County 8.978
Town .786
Outside: County 8.978
• Town 2.592
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS:
Fire Protection (FD321) 1.250
Fire Protection #2 (FD322) 1.250
Ludlowville Light (LD321) .916
McKinney Water (WD321) 2.120
W1.38/1.000-16.02/unit
Lansing Water
Lansing ate (S (WD322)2) 1.500/1,000-36.50/unit
Lansing Water #2 (WD323) 1.780/1,000-7.85/unit
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 365
TOWN OF NEWFIELD
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Less
Less Estimated Amount To
Appropri- Estimated Fund Be Raised
Code Fund ations Revenues Balance By Tax
A General $113,330.00 $ 74,050.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 14,280.00
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements 148,600.00 9,700.00 30,000.00 108,900.00
DB Bridges 5,120.00 5,120.00
DM Machinery 62,400.00 20,000.00 42,400.00
DS Snow and Misc. 44,100.00 3,500.00 15,000.00 25,600.00
DE Improvement Program34,560.00 13,824.00 12,000.00 8,736.00
CF Federal Revenue Sharing 52,401.51 23,857.00 28,544.51
S Special Districts:
SFL Fire 19,000.00 19,000.00
SL1 Light 4,200.00 300.00 4,500.00
SWL Water 42,200.00 15,200.00 7,000.00 20,000.00
Totals $525,911.51 $140,131.00 $142,364.51 $243,416.00
Delinquent Charges $ 108.01
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $243,524.01
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $185,261.41
Compensation Insurance 157.59
Election Expenses 549.60
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 170,716.36 $ 15,252.24
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR $ 339.79
Excess 12.16
Returned School Taxes 37,127.24
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $ 52,731.43
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $296,255.44
TAX RATES:
County 1.004
Town 12.927
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS:
Fire Protection (FD341) 1.199
Newfield Light (LD341) 1.557
Newfield Water (WD341) 3.087
366 Tompkins County, New York
TOWN OF ULYSSES
SUMMARY OF TOWN BUDGET
Less
Less Estimated Amount To
Appropri- Estimated Fund Be Raised
Code Fund ations Revenues Balance By Tax
A General $ 98,201.00 $ 66,495.00 $14,476.00 $ 17,230.00
B General Outside
Village 5,740.00 350.00 1,795.00 3,595.00
Highway:
DR Repairs and
Improvements 61,915.00 17,142.00 23,000.00 21,773.00
DB Bridges 4,415.00 1,100.00 3,315.00
DM *Machinery 64,785.00 1,200.00 41,200.00 22,385.00
DS *Snow and Misc. 37,930.00 14,100.00 9,000.00 14,830.00
DE Improvement Program 25,200.00 10,080.00 15,120.00
CF Federal Revenue Sharing 26,567.00 26,567.00
S Special Districts:
Fire Protection 13,942.00 13,942.00
Totals $338,695.00 $135,934.00 $90,571.00 $112,190.00
*Village is exempt from Machinery and Snow and Miscellaneous Taxes.
Delinquent Charges $ 0.00
TOTAL TO BE PAID TOWN SUPERVISOR $112,190.00
To be paid the County Administrator:
County General and Highway Tax $295,363.65
Compensation Insurance 255.95
Election Expenses 869.75
Less: Sales Tax to Reduce County Levy 134,033.04 $162,456.31
Plus: Special Grade Crossing Levy—LVRR 0.00
Excess 32.48
Returned School Taxes 61,784.39
TOTAL TO BE PAID COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR $224,273.18
TOTAL LEVY—COUNTY AND TOWN $336,463.18
TAX RATES:
Inside: County 13.550
Town 2.835
Outside: County 5.222
Town 5.652
TAX RATES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS:
Fire Protection (FD361) .942
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 367
STATEMENT OF TOWN ACCOUNTS
Year Ending December 31, 1977
CAROLINE
Balance
Jan. 1
Balance
Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General $ 22,846.67
Federal Revenue Sharing16,223.97.
Repair and Improvement 22,930.83
Bridges 469.87
Machinery 11,310.20
Snow and Miscellaneous 9,438.81
Disaster 36,116.86
Special Districts:
Brooktondale Youth 126.86
Slaterville Youth Rec. 132.71
Slaterville Youth Serv0.00
Speedsville Youth Rec334.91
Brooktondale Youth Serv26.75
Brooktondale Light 109.19
Slaterville Light 80.07
Speedsville Light 21.01
Caroline Fire Protection 21.88
Other Funds:
Capital 171.05
Highway Equipment 40,355.47
Trust and Agency 3,629.30
$ 77,816.44 $
15,549.34
56,550.49
2,371.20
68,875.73
15,232.16
0.00
1,165.58
1,402.17
0.00
240.44
2,734.37
1,744.66
1,062.27
544.44
5,478.12
210.00
23,954.80
42,510.75
78,987.98
21,087.29
71,424.97
1,511.11
64,545.37
16,574.35
9,877.93
1,277.92
1,534.88
0.00
549.60
2,281.44
1,774.06
1,080.00
583.10
5,500.00
354.50
33,525.00
42,678.64
$ 21,675.13
10,686.02
8,056.35
1,329.96
15,640.56
8,096.62
26,238.93
14.52
0.00
0.00
25.75
479.68
79.79
62.34
-17.65
0.00
26.55
30,785.27
3,461.41
Total All Funds
$164,346.41 $317,442.96 $355,148.14 $126,641.23
DANBY
Balance
Jan. 1
Balance
Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General -Town Wide $ 47,591.60
Federal Revenue Sharing 20,260.83
Repair and Improvement 8,493.12
Bridges 2,404.56
Machinery 6,688.63
Snow and Miscellaneous 27,220.91
Improvement Program 13,612.70
Special Districts:
West Danby Water Dist
Fire District
Other Funds:
Capital
Trust and Agency
$ 84,456.80
13,575.27
47,400.00
0.00
31,584.72
32,965.35
28,802.02
6,848.59 17,232.24
0.00 36,609.12
2,371.47 0.00
986.18 6,693.34
$ 90,720.19
5,604.00
55,842.46
75.12
23,546.20
25,400.68
41,151.00
16,244.87
36,609.12
1,802.34
6,609.44
$ 41,328.21
28,232.10
50.66
2,329.44
14,727.15
34,785.58
1,263.72
7,835.96
0.00
569.13
1,070.08
Total All Funds $136,478.59 $299,318.86 $303,605.42 $132,192.03
368 Tompkins County, New York
DRYDEN
Balance
Jan. 1
Balance
Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General—Town Wide $109,581.55 $204,565.94 $233,050.72 $ 81,096.77
General—Outside Village 45,937.86 57,062.93 63,431.69 39,569.10
Federal Revenue Sharing72,664.49 61,884.87 73,358.73 61,190.63
Repair and Improvement 26,106.55 233,801.97 236,372.29 23,536.23
Bridges 8,529.29 5,092.47 5,197.13 8,424.63
Machinery 57,076.85 129,913.19 134,230.25 52,759.79
Snow and Miscellaneous 19,638.03 134,260.49 134,505.20 19,393.32
Improvement Program 0.00 37,115.42 37,115.42 0.00
Special Districts:
Fire Protection Dist. 4,502.88 75,469.48 74,637.47 5,334.89
Varna Light Dist. 730.23 1,693.67 1,699.15 724.75
Etna Light Dist. 316.86 1,354.71 1,047.13 624.44
Water Dist. #1 6,549.57 55,575.59 54,230.29 7,894.87
Sewer Dist. #1 3,026.15 1,037.46 2,134.59 1,929.02
Sewer Dist. #2 22,820.71 23,755.78 24,159.34 22,417.15
Other Funds:
Capital 5,556.02 2,811.42 8,056.16 311.28
Special Assessments 1,028.81 2,530.07 2,353.13 1,205.75
Reserve 2,398.27 135.55 0.00 2,533.82
Trust and Agency 12,666.83 100,749.83 101,073.35 12,343.31
Total All Funds $399,130.95 $1,128,810.84 $1,186,652.04 $341,289.75
ENFIELD
Balance Balance
Jan. 1 Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General $23,461.21 $ 53,645.95 $ 63,662.00 $13,445.16
Highway 36,447.08 128,224.22 124,555.34 40,115.96
Federal Revenue Sharing 6,357.00 13,248.40 8,020.94 11,584.46
Special Districts:
Fire Protection 0.00 16,000.00 16,000.00 0.00
Other Funds:
Trust and Agency 1,271.96 16,436.46 16,326.75 1,381.67
Total All Funds $67,537.25 $227,555.03 $228,565.03 $66,527.25
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 369
GROTON
Balance Balance
Jan. 1 Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General -Town Wide $13,369.98 $ 92,724.83 $ 97,695.73 $ 8,399.08
General -Outside Village 4,001.69 9,797.47 7,154.65 6,644.51
Federal Revenue Sharing 5,542.31 42,223.00 37,763.99 10,001.32
Repair and Improvement 6,943.79 55,714.45 62,318.71 339.53
Bridges 683.35 7,852.65 10,838.97 -2,302.97
Machinery 25,149.83 120,325.38 114,877.44 30,597.77
Snow and Miscellaneous 589.61 36,035.00 39,629.36 -3,004.75
Improvement Program 0.00 14,454.00 14,454.00 0.00
State Anti -Recession 0.00 4,461.12 0.00 4,461.12
Anti -Recession Title II 0.00 6,024.55 3,067.11 2,957.44
Special Districts:
Peru Light -38.11 534.53 535.00 -38.58
McLean Light -77.48 993.66 995.00 -78.82
Groton Fire Protection -251.06 12,321.05 12,700.00 -630.01
Groton Ambulance 23.98 6,675.00 6,675.00 23.98
McLean Fire Dist. 0.00 10,561.00 10,561.00 0.00
Other Funds:
Highway CD Interest 0.00 1,199.34 0.00 1,199.34
Trust and Agency 2,459.73 56,677.62 56,069.16 3,068.19
Total All Funds $58,397.62 $478,574.65 $475,335.12 $61,637.15
ITHACA
Balance
Jan. 1
Balance
Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General -Town Wide $ 504.97 $387,322.09 $370,845.81 $ 16,981.25
General -Outside Village 86,933.96 150,787.27 113,872.77 123,848.46
Fed. Revenue Sharing 195,475.86 95,969.34 291,445.20 0.00
Repair and Improvement . 8,377.10 112,546.02 113,620.93 7,302.19
Bridges 379.67 0.00 319.28 60.39
Machinery 40,272.35 39,970.56 55,743.32 24,499.59
Snow and Miscellaneous19,431.41 65,704.79 74,948.92 10,187.28
Water Fund -4,819.31 1,081,842.15 986,226.73 90,796.11
Sewer Fund 11,570.48 328,455.49 304,618.56 35,407.41
Joint Activity O&M 224,036.33 1,154,893.51 1,243,336.29 135,593.55
Capital Reserve -
Machinery 5,736.73 33,946.93 0.00 39,683.66
Fed. Anti -Recession Funds 0.00 34,569.54 9,142.36 25,427.18
Special Districts:
Fire Protection 5,352.78 159,340.84 159,500.00 5,193.62
Glenside Lighting 85.50 180.00 339.20 -73.70
Forest Horne Lighting129.39 620.00 769.13 -19.74
Renwick Hgts. Lighting 95.25 355.00 466.45 -16.20
Eastwood Commons
Lighting -389.62 585.00 774.04 -578.66
Joint Activity/
Construction 3,249,437.16 444,380.00 3,678,270.73 15,546.43
Other Funds:
Parks and Recreation 134,996.45 5,901.52 37.22 140,860.75
Trust and Agency 700.00 151,863.53 151,863.53 700.00
Total All Funds $3,978,306.46 $4,249,233.58 $7,556,140.47 $671,399.57
370 Tompkins County, New York
LANSING
Balance Balance
Jan. 1 Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General—Town Wide $214,976.25 $174,695.35 $240,188.49 $149,483.11
General—Outside Village 3,416.50 18,714.00 16,538.01 5,592.49
Federal Revenue Sharing99,961.43 38,574.63 16,897.81 121,638.25
Repair and Improvement 49,370.18 91,886.05 126,758.66 14,497.57
Bridges 0.00 8,219.90 7,895.00 324.90
Machinery 27,132.84 91,778.98 89,406.44 29,505.38
Snow and Miscellaneous 63,177.71 76,136.08 64,897.67 74,416.12
State Antirecession 0.00 4,628.00 0.00 4,628.00
Federal Antirecession 0.00 6,760.00 0.00 6,760.00
Special Districts:
Ludlowville Light 4.08 490.15 490.15 3.93
McKinney's Water .89 3,834.89 3,650.46 185.32
Lansing Water #2 12,844.09 56,738.21 48,408.33 21,173.97
Other Funds:
Capital—Sewer #1 1,180.77 0.00 0.00 1,180.77
Capital—Sewer #2 19,469.40 389,425.35 391,525.18 17,369.57
Capital—Water #1 73,058.91 1,307,298.26 1,362,370.25 17,986.92
Reserve Repair Fund 50,000.00 2,582.44 0.00 52,582.44
Capital Reserve—
Hwy. Equip. 43,750.45 21,255.17 58,443.00 6,562.62
Trust and Agency 4,275.01 141,574.11 141,074.29 4,774.83
Total All Funds $662,610.35 $2,434,591.57 $2,568,543.59 $528,658.33
NEWFIELD
Balance Balance
Jan. 1 Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General—Town Wide $ 28,394.20 $ 86,766.29 $ 81,720.93 $ 33,439.56
Federal Revenue Sharing37,532.51 33,160.00 34,832.57 35,859.94
Repair and Improvement 17,067.21 149,393.76 103,281.69 63,179.28
Bridges 6,930.91 0.00 0.00 6,930.91
Machinery 11,120.01 56,300.00 43,612.14 23,807.87
Snow and Miscellaneous 12,161.19 40,281.63 34,110.22 18,332.60
Improvement Program 12,549.45 4,320.00 5,477.86 11,391.59
Special Districts:
Light District 303.91 3,100.00 4,208.00 —804.09
Water District 18,036.10 34,089.22 33,110.37 19,014.95
Fire 0.00 19,000.00 19,000.00 0.00
Other Funds:
Capital 84,641.70 6.00 57,639.82 27,007.88
Water Bond Fund 2,110.12 0.00 0.00 2,110.12
Trust and Agency 28.71 61,881.86 61,837.09 73.48
Total All Funds $230,876.02 $488,298.76 $478,830.69 $240,344.09
Proceedings of the Board of Representatives 371
ULYSSES
Balance Balance
Jan. 1 Receipts Disbursements Dec. 31
General—Town Wide $ 38,478.21 $102,854.45 $ 96,473.09 $ 44,859.59
General—Outside Village 2,039.33 4,050.00 3,686.54 2,402.79
Federal Revenue Sharing21,150.69 29,350.72 26,077.88 24,423.53
Repair and Improvement 669.52 47,832.80 41,994.49 6,507.83
Bridges 6,522.41 250.00 2,537.03 4,235.38
Machinery 4,794.45 25,547.47 23,567.98 6,773.94
Snow and Miscellaneous 31,954.58 29,145.42 26,495.21 34,604.79
Improvement Program 0.00 0.00 9,765.86 —9,765.86
Fire Protection 0.00 13,492.00 13,492.00 0.00
Other Funds:
Trust and Agency 1,914.87 19,037.09 18,563.12 2,388.84
Total All Funds $107,524.06 $271,559.95 $262,653.20 $116,430.83
INDEX
A
AIRPORT
APCOA (paid parking) 10
Airport lounge 81,262,268
Allegheny, increase service 31
Annual report 314
Bids, snowplow 165
Budget 222-223,249
Crash, fire, rescue building 20,57,73,95,133
Entrance complaints 151,164,188,262
Grant agreements (CFR vehicle, security fencing & VASI) 4
Night paving 152
Parking complaint 72
Resolutions:
Acceptance of:
Amendment 1 to grant agreement (runway, CFR &
terminal building) R272 199-201
Grant offer, DOT (CFR building) R247 182-183
Grant offer, FAA (runway, CFR & terminal
buildings) R233 169-175
Amended grant agreement, FAA (CFR vehicle &
construct inadvertent fencing) R227 161-162
Appropriation from Contingent Fund—Various Depts. R356 293
Authorization to execute contracts:
FAA (VASI) R42 33
Mall Airways, R234 175,163
Selover aviation, gordon car & truck rental, inc. & hertz, R25 ....25
Village of Lansing (water tank) R192 142-143
Wilkinson (airport lounge) R304 268
Authorizing application to FAA & NYSDOT for Airport
Improvement Projects (CFR, terminal building,
snow removal, runway 14) R49 35
Authorization to proceed with design—runway 14-32,
financial plan & necessary appropriation, R58 43-44
Authorization to proceed with final design of CFR building,
financial plan & necessary appropriation, R26 25
Award of bids:
CFR Building, R231 168-169
Strengthening runway, R232 169
Terminal Building, R230 168
Consent of assignment of contract—Jorgensen & Kandt, R59 44
Date of public hearing—selover aviation, gordon car &
truck rental, inc. and Hertz Corp., R19 16-17
Expenditure of anti -recession funds, R171 118-119
Funding plan for improvements, R359 295
Opposition to closing air traffic control tower, R244 182
Rules, regulations (proposed) 4
Runway overlay 40,133
Terminal building 82
Tower 165,188,189
VASI improvements—runway 14 20,31,55
Warren Road project 20
AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE 80
ALCOHOLISM
Alcoholism and Drug programs 30,95
Alcoholic beverage control board appointment 64
Committee 73
Coordinator 48
1
Funding 30,72
Legislation 95
Merger, Alcoholism Council & Alcohol Recovery Program 121,152
Sobering -up station 122,133,151,165,189,264-265,281
ANTIRECESSION FUNDS:
Amendment of Resolution 225, R253 186
Creation of position—Social Services, R260 192
Creation of Temporary positions, R225, R254, R299, R316 . .. .160,186,266,274
Expenditure of anti -recession funds, R171 118-119
APPOINTMENTS
Agricultural District Advisory Committee 80
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board 64
CETA Advisory 120,147
CETA Review 162
Committees, Board of Representatives 11-12
Community College Board of Trustees 162,178
Criminal Justice Advisory Board 36,46,54,279
District Attorney 167
District Forest Practice Board 70
Economic Opportunity Corporation 105,127-128
Environmental Management Council 17,20,29,31,37,38-39.54
Election Commissioner 296
Fire Advisory Board 8-9,54
Fish & Wildlife Management Board 9
Health, Board of 162,296
Hospital, Board of Managers 119,187,196,296
Hospital Construction Committee 80
Human Rights Commission 9
Intergovernmental Relations Study Committee 40,46,70,105
Jail Physician, R207 146
Jury Commissioner (Griffin) 4
Library Board of Trustees 37,128,129,296
Mental Health Board 105,187
Office for the Aging Advisory Committee 296
Route 96 Subcommittee 189
Salary Study Committee 66
Self insurance plan administrator, R4 6
Sewer Agency 196
Special Representatives Study Committee 17
Youth Bureau Board 196,296
Youth Bureau Director, Selection Committee 153
APPRECIATION
Cottrell, Erneste, Rll 8
Haight, Herbert, R361 297
Holden, Claude, R361 297
Kidney, James, R361 297
APPROPRIATIONS
Community College joint capital construction account, R130 90
Contingent fund, R13, R92, R149, R157, R160,•
R161, R168 15,67-68,102,105,114-115,115-116,118
Library, R57 43
ASSESSMENT
Artification of agricultural value factor 92
Assessing seminar 32
Assessment administration 18
Budget 230-231
Business investment exemption 4,5,10,13-14,18,19,20,21-23,38
Elderly exemption 135,198
Equalization rates 30,55,92,121,188,195,197,270-271
Footing of assessment 195,203-205
Lawsuits 66,153
New York State Board of Equalization and Assessment 4
2
Resolutions:
Adoption of apportionment of taxes, R290 259
Adoption of regular and supplemental reports—
footings of assessment rolls, R277 203-205
Appropriation from contingent fund, R356 293
Apportionment of mortgage tax, R278 206
Approving completed tax rolls and directing the
execution and delivery of warrants, R301 266-267
Authorization to execute agreement, Cole, Layer, Trumble, R87 63
Authorization to execute contract—Kenneth Jost, R246 182
Creation of CETA position (assessor's aide) R201 145
Correction of assessment roll, R123, R251, R280 88,185,207
Establishing County equalization rates, R279 206
Expenditure of anti -recession funds, R171, R299 118-119,266
Rejection of bids, data processing, R253 291
Report of Budget and administration committee for
apportionment of general & highway levies, R289 259
Return school taxes, R300 266
Special grade crossing levy—Lehigh Valley Railroad crossing, R283209
Revaluation 18
Summary schedule of real property taxes 333
ASSIGNED COUNSEL 228,292,293
AUDIT 17,36,53-54,61,69-70,91,119,127,146-147,178,195-196,269,296
B
BEVERAGE CONTAINERS
Chamber of Commerce 94
Legislation 93
Resolutions:
Urging Appropriate Laws to Encourage Use of Reusable
Beverage Containers, R119 86
BIDS
Award of:
Bridge, Caroline, R212 155-156
Bridge repairs, Dryden, R1 5
Cleaning & painting water tank (County home), R252 185-186
Coal County Home, R144 101
Crash, Fire, Rescue Building, R231 168-169
Elections, R204, R229 145-146,167-168
Equipment, Highway, R18 16
I-Iealth department, Cars, R51 36
Highway, R343 289
Landfill, R306 268
Library, furniture, R305 268
Lighting, library, R56 42,43
Metal casework, R63 46
Motorola communications & electronics, R103 75-76
Painting, County Home, R226 160-161
Proceedings, R352 291
Sheriff's Cars, R50, R269 35,195
Strengthening runway, R232 169
Terminal Building & access area, R230 168
Authorization to advertise for:
Cars, sheriff, R150, R209' 102-103,147
Proceedings, R302 267
Radios & transmitter, R74 59
Instruction to Award bid—Finish Hardware (hospital), R36 28
Rejection of:
Assessment, Data processing, R353 291
County -owned property, R7 7,5
Sale of Fire coordinator's truck, R73 58
3
BOARDMAN HOUSE (see COUNTY BUILDINGS)
BUDGET
Budget 213-258
Cuts 14
Public hearing 1978 budget 208
Resolutions:
Adjustments, R357 294
Adjustment, library, R177, R242 126,177
Adjustment, Office for the Aging, R98 70
Adoption of 1978 budget, as amended, R286 211-212,263-264
Advertise, public hearing 1978 budget, R276 203
Budget adjustment, R33 27
Creation of position, R202 (typist) 145
Town budgets, R291 259-260
Town budgets 355-366
BUILDING C (see COUNTY BUILDINGS)
BUSINESS INVESTMENT EXEMPTION
Discussion of 4,5,10,13-14,18,19,20,22-23
Resolutions:
Endorsement of business investment exemption, R22 21-23
C
CABLE TV COMMISSION 81
CANCER SOCIETY
Authorization to execute contract, Tompkins County Unit, R344 289
CAYUGA STATION
Communications 4,9,10,18,19,29,30,32 38.48,55.58,64,65,72,81,92,93,
120,121,129,130,134,149,163,164
Resolutions:
Affirmation of support of construction of additional
facilities at Cayuga Station, R95 69
CENTRAL PRINTING & MAILING 235
CENTRAL RESEARCH GROUP (see BOARDMAN HOUSE
under COUNTY BUILDINGS)
CHALLENGE INDUSTRIES 12,19,20,21,95
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 10,72,244
CHARTER & CODE 74,118-119,131,133-134,166,268
CIVIL SERVICE (see PERSONNEL)
CLAIMS
Carroll, Laura J. 9
Muka, Betty 5
Ryan's Hardware (bids Tompkins County Hospital) 5
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Appointments, Board of Trustees 162
Budget 4,72,92,128,236
Capital expenditures 19,81
Funding road shoulders & electrical work 83
Resolutions:
Abolishing position, R321 (switchboard operator) 275
Adoption of operating budget, R181 131-132
Appropriation of Funds, road, shoulder & elect. work, R130 90
Approving format & substance of proposed agreement
(financing) R125 88
Authorizing distribution from TC3 Joint Capital Account,
R142, R312 100-101,273
Authorizing payments for TC3 operating budget, R10, R340 8,287
Authorization to execute certificate of Local Sponsor, R124 88
Audits 27,142,193,276
Creation of temporary positions, R26, R314 (CETA) 192,274
4
Creation of temporary positions, R315 (Anti -recession funds) 274
Creation of positions, R110, R198 79,144
Reclassification of positions, R111, R240, R263 79,177,193
Request for restoration of state aid formula, R155 104
Resolutions of Cortland County 92,93,120
Resolutions of Board of Trustees 92,120
Savings 190
Selling of bonds 58
State aid cuts 65,93,120
Tuition 285
COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT TRAINING ACT
Advisory Committee 13,120,123,147
Allocation 64
Budget 243
Direct placement services 19
Emergency funds 20,38,55
Energy conservation 92
Full or part time 161
Funding 4
Monitoring reviews 128
Participants 4
Resolutions:
Authorization to execute CETA agreements, not-for-profit
corp. & municipalities, R108 78
Budget adjustments, R79, R106, R320 60,78,275
CETA Appropriations, R137 98
Creation of positions, R135, R136, R199, R201,
R221, R223 97-98,144,145,159,160
Creation of temporary positions, R221 159
Transfer of funds, R80 60
Review committee 58,162
Special unemployment assistant program 72
Stimulus funds 95
Title I 4,38,179
Title II 13,29,30,38,55,93,121
Title III 39,48
Title VI 10,13,19,29,38,48,55,72,93,121
Title VII 55
CONDUCT OF COUNTY GOVERNMENT
Resolution:
Appropriation for conduct of county government, R287 259
CONTRACTS
Airport:
APCOA (paid parking) 10
Airport lounge (Wilkinson) R304 268
Amend grant agreement (runway, CFR & Terminal) R272 199-201
Crash Fire Rescue vehicle, security fencing & VASI 4,55
FAA, R42 33
Grant agreement (runway, CFR & terminal) R233 169-175
Jorgensen & Kandt Associates, R59 44
Mall Airways, R234 175
Miller, T. G. 92
Authority to execute all contracts for services on behalf of
the county, R67 (LOST) 52
Besemer, H.D. (repair bridge) 10
Cancer society, R344 289
Chamber of Commerce 72
Cole, Layer, Trumble, R87 63
Cooperative Extension 27,30
Cornell University (withdrawn) 32
Day Care & Child Development Council 10
Department of Transportation NYS—Highway, R266 194
5
DeWitt Historical Society, R17 16,19
Episcopal Church 27
Finger Lakes 72,195
Hospital:
Pentamation Enterprises 4
Picker Corp. (radiographic equipment) 9
Sarkisian Brothers (finish hardware) 9
Siemens Corporation (radiographic equipment) 9
Human Rights—space, R213 156
Ithaca Youth Bureau, R311 273
Motorola Maintenance agreement—fire coordinator, R37 32
Office for the Aging:
Area Plan, R45 34,52.
Dryden Senior Housing, R165, R237 117,176
New York State Office for the Aging, R164 116,117
Salvation Army (Nutrition for Elderly) R46 34
Senior Citizens, R47, R345, R346 34,289,290
Space, R68, R347 32,52,65,290
Voluntary Action Center 10
Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co., R89 63
Quit claim deed—Village of Cayuga Heights, R69 52-53
SPCA, R48, R334 34,284
Schuyler Co. (Physically handicapped), R44 34
Security Services to courts, R86 63
Sportsmen's Club, R351 290
Soil Conservation, R43 34
COST ALLOCATION PLAN AND INDIRECT COST REPORT 63
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Budget 229
Report 334-353
Resolutions:
Authorization to encumber funds, R350 290
Authorization to execute all contracts for services
on behalf of the county, R67 (LOST) 52
Authorization to make payments, R5 7
Authorization to sign drafts, R349 290
Expenditure of anti -recession funds (administrative
manual writer) R171 118-119
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Budget 232
Improper practice charge 32
Resolutions:
Appropriation, contingent fund, R81, R356 61,293
Authorization for County Attorney to execute agreement
with District Attorney, R131 91
Authorization to execute contract—Kenneth Jost, R246 182
Transfers, R355 292
COUNTY BUILDINGS
Boardman House:
Central research group 64
Certificate of inspection (boiler) 19
Contract with Boardman planetarium 166,180
Insurance 197
Resolutions:
Amendment to lease agreement, R342 288
Roof 198
Buildings & Grounds:
Budget 234
Resolutions:
Appropriations, R356 293
Transfers, R355 292
6
Courthouse:
Heating system and energy items 31,40
Parking 121,129
Resolutions:
Audit of construction costs, R173 125
Old Courthouse:
Award 91
Final grant payment 65
Resolution:
Change order, R141 100
COUNTY CLERK
Annual report 29,320-321
Budget 232
State takeover (deputy clerks) 74
Resolutions:
Abolishing positions, R238 176-177
Request for state takeover for two positions, R126 89
Transfers, R355 291
COUNTY HOME
Budget 242
Resolutions:
Cleaning & painting, R252 185-186
Coal, R144 101
Painting, R226 160-161
COUNTY OWNED PROPERTY 101,282-283
COUNTY SEALER 237,292,293
COURT
Budget 228
Charges re justice court funds 38
Resolutions:
Abolish court positions, R76 59
Appropriations, R356 293
Audit—court administration, R151, R220, R281 103,159,207
Contract NYS & Tompkins County providing security
services to courts, R86 63
Creation of CETA position (law clerk), R199 144
Request for state takeover for two positions, R126 89
State takeover expenses—court systems 81
COVERED BRIDGE 29
CRIMINAL JUSTICE 20,29,36,46,54,57,83,166
D
DNA RESEARCH 30,72,73,93,96
DAY CARE & CHILD DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL 10
DEEDS 52-53
DEPARTMENT OF STATE 29
DEWITT HISTORICAL SOCIETY (see HISTORICAL)
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Budget 223
Committee to study 167,181
Copy machine, space, etc. 93
Resolutions:
Appropriations, R356 293
Authorization for county attorney to execute agreement
with District Attorney, R131 91
Creation of position, R223 (Law clerk) 160
Rescission of Res. 217-74—District Attorney, R182 (LOST) 132
Salary, R183 132,134
7
Summer student, R156 105
Welfare fraud cases 19
DISTRICT FOREST PRACTICE BOARD 64
DOGS
Budget 237
Contract 73
Coverage 296-297
Deer depredation 271
Night quarantine 10
Quarantine, 24 hour 30,48
Resolutions:
Adoption of Local Law No. 1, R53
Apportionment of dog monies, R12
Approval of proposed legislation, amend Sections 109, 119,
371 of Agriculture & Markets Law, R118
Approval of proposed legislation, new Article 7 of
Agriculture & Markets Law, R117 86
Authorization for Chairman to request quarantine, R323 275-276
Authorization for payments, R35 28
Authorization to continue SPCA Contract, R48 34
284
33.37
41
14-15
86
Authorization to execute agreement SPCA, R334
Date for public hearing—Local Law No. 1-74, R41
Dog enumerator audit, R331
Endorsement of SPCA shelter renovations & expansion, R116
Night quarantine, R9
SPCA 81,166,190,197,198,272,281,296-297
Seizure Fees 272
Study Committee 40
DRUG ABUSE 62,82,118
DRYDEN SENIOR HOUSING
Authorization to execute agreement, R237 176
Authorization to execute contract, R165 117
278-279
85
7-8
E
EASEMENTS 27
ECONOMIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE 272
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY CORPORATION
Discussion 13,30,105,127-128,261,262,263,272,282
Resolutions:
Request congressional investigation of availability of
cellulose insulation, R258 191-192
Request for revision of NYS plan for weatherization
assistance, R264 193
ELECTIONS
Budget 233
Election commissioner, reappointment 280,296
Mail in registration forms 82
Policy 73
Public problems 65
Report, county canvassers 298-310
Resolutions:
Apportionment of election expenses, R284 209-210
Award of bid, R204 145-146
Transfers, R355 292
EMPLOYEES 3,11,82,133,189
ENERGY CONSERVATION 12,20,21,29,32,40,167,191-192,193,271,283
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
Annual report 19,314-315
Appointments 17,20,29,31,38-39,54
Cayuga Station 18,32
8
Minutes 92,121
Human Services recommendations re funding 72
Resolutions:
CETA senior stenographer position, R203 (LOST) 133,145
Resolution supporting Rt. 96 proposal 31
Route 96 32
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Flood insurance 38
Lake level 164
Resolutions:
Opposition to implementation of requirement for Local Law
re Environmental Review, R70 53
SEQR (NYS Environmental Quality Review Act) 4,55,57
Stream management 57
EPISCOPAL CHURCH 27
EQUALIZATION RATES—
Advisory ratios 188
Final 30,55,121,270-271
Resolutions:
Establishing County Equalization rates, R279 206
Tentative 55,197
EXTENSION SERVICE 19,27,30,38,72
F
FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICE 81
FAMILY COURT
Position 13
Resolutions:
Request for Family Court Judge, R23A (LOST) 23-24
Request for legislation (Judge) R23B (LOST) 24
Space 190
FEDERAL AID 221
FEDERATION OF SPORTSMEN'S CLUBS 266,290
FINGER LAKES ASSOCIATION 72,195,244
FIRE & DISASTER COORDINATOR
Annual report 322
Appointments, Fire & Disaster Advisory Board 8-9,54
Budget 237
Emergency Medical Services Council 5
Energy conservation 12
Recording system 81
Resolutions:
Appropriations, R356 293
Authorization to Advertise for bids—radios and transmitter, R74 59
Authorization to execute Motorola maintenance agreement, R37 32
Award of bid—sale of truck, R73 58
Standardization of communication equipment 131
FLAG, COUNTY 167
FLOOD 93
FORESTRY 261
H
HEALTH
Alliance 20,31,40,49,55
Appointment, Board of Health 162,296
Appointment, liaison to Board of Health 29
Budget 215-216,238-239
Dental care 262
9
Drug abuse 82
Emergency housing facility—Salvation Army 82
Flyash situation—Milliken Station 30
Policy—complaints of non-compliance & methods of informing public 31
Resolutions:
Award of bid—Health Department, R51 36
Creation of position, R176 126
Physically handicapped children contract—Schuyler Co., R44 34
Reclassification of position, R75 (steno) 59
Transfer of funds, R214, R355
Retirement, Albert Donohue
Sanitary Code
Sewerage system problems
Systems agency continuation
HIGHWAY
Bridge, Town of Caroline 189
Budget 250-252
Contract—H. D. Besemer (bridge) 10
Designation of restricted highway 121
Resolutions:
Agreement to permit DOT to construct a federal aid
rail -highway crossing program project on Tompkins
County Highway, R326
Appropriations, R356
Approval of appropriation for maintenance of county roads
and bridges, R303 267
Article 8-A highway law—Donovan Plan, R100 74
Authorization to execute contract -DOT, R193, R226 143,194
Award of bid:
Bridge, Town of Caroline, R195, R212 143,155-156
Bridge, Town of Dryden, R1 5
Car, Truck, R343 289
Equipment, R18 16
Creation of position, CETA, R225, R314 186-187,274
Detour, Town of Ulysses, R34 28
Expenditure of anti -recession funds, R171 118-119
Off system roads project (Salmon Creek Bridge), R105 77
Snow and Ice agreement, R99, R170 74,118
Terminate unnecessary state deprivation of county road
fund monies, R325 276
Transfer of funds, R196, R355 144,292
HISTORICAL 16,18,19,29,81
HOSPITAL
Account clerk 30,31
Additional fees 10
Admissions window 165
Appointments—Board of Managers 119,187,196,296
Appointments—Hospital Construction Committee 80
Biochemists 30,49,73,82
Blue Cross 49,55,57,262
Budget 222 249
Case, bids, finish hardware 5,14
Certificate of insurance (Cowper) 19
Contracts 4,9
Entrance road 180
Governance 48,93,95,110,121-122
Management of 32
Nurse's position 31
Operation of 82
Plastic ID cards 30
Progress, new hospital 153,180,191
Radiologist, salary 72-73,82,110,111,133,167,181,182,191,262
application
156,292
64,66,73
30,48,82
30
48
276-277
293
10
Resolutions:
Abolish positions, R14, R15, R40 15,33
Appropriations, R356 293
Audit—construction costs 61,79,87,100,117-118,124-125,
142,157-158,184,202,277-278
Authorization for extra work—telephone, R187 136
Authorization to execute easement (NYSEG), R29 27
Authorization to retain attorney and accountants, R250 184-185
Authorization to retain attorneys—Hospital Construction, R121 87
Budget adjustment—hospital bonds, R329 278
Change orders 24-25,45,46,75,87,99-100,123-124,135,
1E6-157,175-176,194,201-202,264,277
Change orders and amendment of Res. 194-76—
contracts, Hospital construction, R235 175-176
Creation of positions:
Account Clerk -Typist, R38 33
Assistant Hospital Administrator, R200, R319 144-145,275
Assistant Personnel Clerk, R169 118
Typists, R256 187
Temporary positions, R107 78
X-ray technician, R322 295
X-ray technologist, R256 187
Creation of positions (CETA), R314 274
Instruction to award bid—finish hardware, R36 28
Instruction to award bid—metal casework, R63 46
Reaffirmation of commitment to change of governance, R333 ....283-284
Reclassification of positions, R90,R222 64,160
Request to NYS to convey state interests in hospital
premises to Tompkins County, R28 26
Reorganization of administrative business and data
processing offices, R16 15-16
Revenue anticipation note—Hospital Construction Costs, R134 97
Salary offer (supervising pharmacist), R224 160
Support Bill S4231—Blue Cross Rate from Medicaid Rate, R101 ....74-75.
Transfers, R355 292
Retirement 93,96
Salary, laboratory 64
Sarkisian—demand for arbitration 93
Telephones 283
Use, old building 150
Weekly, monthly progress reports and construction minutes ....5,18,19.29,30,
38,39,48,55,64,65,72,81, 92,93,120,128,129,130,149,150,151,.163,188,197,261,270,280
Window problem 65,81,198
Year end figures 12
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Annual report 39,317-319
Appointments 9
Budget 246
Darrett, Pauline 19,30,39,48
Letter of thanks—Erneste Cottrell 31
Resignation, Anne Bodman 9
Resolutions:
Appropriations, R356 293
Authorization to execute lease, R213 156
Transfer of funds, R339 287
HUMAN SERVICES 11,19,162,270,328-331
I
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY 5,56,65
INSURANCE
Advisory boards 123
11
Family & children's service 81
Health, minimal increase 38
Increase, Betty Muka 282
Resolutions:
Appointment of Tompkins County self-insurance plan
administrator, R4 6
Transfers, R355 292
Workmen's compensation, R8 7
Workmen's compensation budget and apportionment—
mutual self-insurance plan, R285 210-211
Update of county insurance 32,122,282
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS STUDY COMMITTEE 10,11,
40,65,105,279
ITHACA FALL FESTIVAL 67,244
ITHACA POST OFFICE
Mechanized mail processing equipment 130
Resolutions:
Opposition to change status of, R178 126
J
JAIL
Additional cells 31
Budget 237
City/County jail 31
Contact visitation 20,21
Detention facility 31,149
Population problems 31
Resolutions:
Appointment of jail physician, R207 146
Appropriations, R356 293
Appropriations from contingent fund, R149 (dishwasher) 102
Authorization NYS Corrections Commission to study
jail concept, R257 187
Transfers, R355 292
JURY
Appointment, Jury Commissioner (Griffin) 4,271
Resolutions:
Appropriations, R356 293
L
LEGISLATION
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism 93
Bottle legislation 9,66,72,73
Business incentive 40
Business investment exemption 82
Child labor laws 40
Emergency medical services council 5
Formula revenue sharing 81
Heating fuels, removal of sales tax 55,73
Legislative summary 93
Local Law—filling vacancies (special elections) 55
Opposition to Governor's Program Bill (probation) 92,93
Probation services 81
Public works employment act 81
Resolutions:
Amend Sections 109, 119, 371 of Agriculture & Markets Law, R118 86
Article 7 Agrirculture & Market Law, R117 86
Objection to Governor's Proposed reduction of unified court
budget sharing. R66 51
Recommendations of NYS Budget, R65 (LOST) 49-51
12
Request for Family Court judge, R23B (LOST)
Request for legislation (holding more than one elective
office, R20 (TABLED)
Request for restoration of state aid formula for community
college, R155
Support A7420—state aid to municipalities for Youth, R153
Support Assembly Bill 6712 & Senate 4390—Sales Tax
Heating Fuels, R91
Support of Bill S4231—Blue Cross Rate from
Medicaid Rate, R101
Urging appropriate laws to encourage
beverage containers, R119
Restoration Division for Youth funding
Rules
Special legislative committee
State takeover of probation
Veterans
LIBRARY
Annual report
Appointment, Board of Trustees
Autonomy
Budget
Decline—use of books
Director's salary
Funding
Grant, Finger Lakes Library System
Lighting
24
17
104
104
use of reusable
67
74-75,92
86
40
4
20,31
82
40
326-327
31,37.38,46,128,279,296
5,20,40,41-42,64,65,282
225,245,253
152,166
150,164,190-191
21
122-123
Resolutions:
Abolish positions, R338
Appropriations, R356
Appropriation of funds, R57
Authorization to make payments, R337
Authorization to pay bill—Madison Electric
(lighting), R146, R174, R194, R211
Award of bid—furniture, R305
Award of bid—lighting, R56
Budget adjustment, R177, R242
Creation of position, R239 (TABLED)
Creation of temporary positions (CETA), R261
Creation of temporary positions (correction of R261), R315
Fiscal plan, construction project, R145
Transfers, R355 R
Resolution, policies and procedures
Shorten hours
13
287
293
43
286
102,125,143,155
268
42-43
126,177-178
177,183
192
Policies and procedures, 54
274
101
41-42,66-67,83
292
82,83
20
LOCAL LAWS
Number 1: (fines—owners of dogs)
Filed by state 48
Resolutions:
Adoption, R53 41
Date of public hearing, R41 33
Number 2: (elderly exemption)
Public hearing 148-149,152
Resolutions:
Adoption, R210 154
M
MEDICAL EXAMINER 151-152,164-165,189,229,293,297,316
MENTAL HEALTH
Acting director 30,73
Administrative changes 20
13
After hours coverage 82,271,280-281,286,297
Alcoholism and drug programs 20,57
Appointments, Mental Health Board 150,187
Budget 240
Change in organization 189
Director position 5,20,30,31,40,49,57,95,133
Group home 165,180
Letter, Director of Mental Health 56
Liaison, Mental Health Board 95
Meadow House 49,57,82,110
Resignation, acting director 82
Resolutions:
Appropriations, R356 293
Appropriation from Contingent fund, R168 118
Authorization to extend contract—on-call services, R332 279
Creation of position, R162 116
Creation of temporary positions, CETA, R261 192
Extension—Emergency After Hours Coverage, R129 90
Transfer of funds 69,102,116,156,176,194-195,265,292
Vacancies, Mental Health Board 29,30,40,70,189
MORTGAGE TAX
Apportionment, R104, R278 76,206
MOTOR VEHICLE 232,292
MOVING EXPENSES
Decision