HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-CAC-1981ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7:30 P.M. January 21, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners: (7) Hanna, Hoard, Bangs Perko, Sheffield, Swanzee, Holman
OTHERS PRESENT:
Pamela Mitchell, Claudia Montague
ABSENT:
Deborah Dietrich
MINUTES:
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the September and December meetings be approved.
Carried
Commissioner Hoard chaired meeting in the absence of an appointed Chairman.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS:
Each Commission member introduced themself. It was reflected that there is,:: still
a shortage of two members. It could not be determined whether the Mayor will appoint
persons to fill the remaining vacancies.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
Comm. Perko agreed to serve as Vice - Chairman. It was suggested to ask Deborah
Dietrich if she would be willing to serve as Chairman. Because of the absence of
Comm. Dietrich, a final decision will be made for a running slate at the next meeting.
EMC REPORT:
Comm. Hoard explained that her appointment by the Mayor to the Environmental Commission
will be ending next year. Following that term, the representative will be selected
only by the commission. This is a result of the changes by the county.
ODD /EVEN PARKING:
Comm. Holman circulated and explained report on odd /even parking that is to go to
Common Council. Discussion followed regarding this report. The report is now in
the hands of the Planning & Development and Charter & Ordinance Committee.
RECYCLING:
Resolution
By Comm. Bangs: Seconded by Comm. Perko
RESOLVED, That addition of investigation of equipment and routes be added to the
charge of the Recyling Task Force. Carried
This task force will be appointed at February council meeting, and will be asked to
report back in July.
Comm. Hoard updated commission on recycling projects, mentioning that a county
committee will plan and consider solid waste management, which would include recycling.
Someone from that committee should be on the city's commission. Elva Holman will
have figures on volume of city collections at next commission meeting.
LANDFILL
Comm. Hoard mentioned that Town of Covert's ban on non - resident use of landfill was
upheld in court, and Town of Spencer is still investigating a similar ban. These
actions give urgency to work of recycling task force.
LAMPRICIDES:
Comm. Hoard updated commission and new commission members on this EMC project. A
report will be coming out after the experiment.
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January 21, 1981
NUCLEAR WASTE BAN: t
Comm. Holman reported that new federal regulations will soon be out in circulation
and will supersede all previous laws regarding nuclear waste.
PERIODICAL SUBSCRIPTION:
Resolution
By Comm. Swanzee: Seconded by Comm. Bangs
RESOLVED, That the magazine Environmental Action be subscribed to for the cost of $15.
MEETING TIME: Carried
Resolution
By,Comm. Bangs: Seconded by Comm. Perko
RESOLVED, That the Environmental Commission will meet every fourth Tuesday of each
month, starting February 24, 1981.
Carried
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
DEBORAH HOARD, Vice Chairman
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
7:30 P.M. February 24, 1981
No Official Meeting
Due to Lack of Quorum
PRESENT:
Hoard - Presiding
Commissioners - Banks, Sheffield
Council Liaison - Schuler
Called to Order: 7:40 P.M.
Additions to Agenda: Nuclear Regulations
Home Heating Safety Issue.
SLATE FOR ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
Rick Banks - Chairman
John Perko - Vice - Chairman
To be officially voted at March meeting.
Rick Banks chaired the remainder of the meeting.
CORRECTION OF JANUARY 21, 1981 MINUTES:
Elva Holman is council liaison not commissioner
Correction of Rick's last name - it is Banks not Bangs
Minutes approved with above corrections
REPORT ON EMC MEETING (COUNTY) (Hoard)
County formed toxic waste committee
County formed woodlot managemebt practice committee
County passed resolution for modified Lamprey Program Option II
Comm. Hoard moved city Environmental Commission back County and
recommended Common Council take same stand and pass along to the
Board of Representatives.
SOLID WASTE
No action at any level on waste, recycling, incinerators.
BOTTLE BILL
State level and proposed bill reviewed. Comm. Hoard moved that the
City Environmental Commission back enactment of State Legislation
similar to the 1979 -1980 Senate 2153 -A and Assembly 2822 -A and ask
Common Council to do the same. No other action at this time.
SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT:
Discussed letter from CRESP Coordinator (Cornell) regarding cost/
result ratio of proposed treatment operation.
G()T.TT) WARTF.-
Task Force being formed by the City.
GLASS RECYCLING:
Experiment discussed (Bryant Parkana)
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Discussion deferred
NUCLEAR WASTE:
February 24, 1981
Transportation and power to regulate same discussed. Ithaca has
ordinance to restrict transportation. Since overruled by Federal
Government, government to publish an atlas for such transportation.
HOME HEATING SAFETY ISSUE:
Discussion on booklets to be sent for and placed in City Hall for
distribution.
The meeting of the Environmental Commission was adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting March-24, 1981
PRESENT:
Acting Vice - Chairman - Hoard
Commissioners - (5) - Hanna, Sheffield, Swanzey, Banks, Cornish
Council Liaison - (2) - Schuler, Holman
ABSENT:
Commissioner - (1) - Perko
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting was called to order at 7:44 P.M. by Acting Vice - Chairman Hoard.
MINUTES:
No minutes submitted for approval due to lack of quorum at February 1981
meeting.
MEMBERSHIP:
Vice - Chairman Hoard introduced a new member of the commission, Joanne
Cornish. There are now two vacancies.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
By Comm. Hoard Seconded: Comm. Swanzey
RESOLVED that Comm. Richard Banks be Chairman and Comm. John Perko be
Vice - Chairman for the year 1981. 0
Carried Unanimously
EMC REPORT
Comm. Hoard reported that the EMC recycling group is beginning to get together.
Comm. Hoard is acting chairman of the EMC recycling group. EMC did pass a
positive recommendation on deposit bottle legislation and passed it to Board
of Reps. There has been a special committee formed by the County Board of
Reps to formulate a Board position. Ralph Jordan (Chamber of Commerce)
and Mr. England, manager of the P &C, Judd Falls Road, spoke at the EMC
meeting of concern about the cost to supermarkets if they had to take in
bottles they did not sell. Also, a gentleman from a distributing company
spoke about the cost to small businesses. -
Comm. Hoard also reported that the commission is looking for sites where,% ,
toxic wastes had been dumped in Tompkins County.
CITY RECYCLING TASK FORCE
Comm. Hoard gave a report on today's meeting. The first and third Tuesdays,
4 to 6 P.M. will be the regular meeting times, in City Hall. Comm. Hoard
said Lloyd Irwin gave a very interesting talk on the process and cost of
the City's solid waste collection. While the tonnage has remained the same,
the cost is up considerably. The cost per load is $107.36 to the landfill
site (a load is 6 tons). His department has 4 trucks running every day,
with 1: -in reserve. The city spent $180,592.62 in 1980. The department
handles 10,000 tons of solid waste each year. There are 11 men in the depart-
ment, working on 5 trucks which cost $45,000 each. Cornell University
sends 22 tons and the city sends 30 tons of solid waste to the landfill
each week.
There was a discussion on Ithaca Scrap trying to get Cornell University and
local businesses to recycle marketable materials, especially paper and
corragated cardboard. Ithaca Scrap recycles 20 -25 kinds of paper. There
was also a discussion on the fact that Challenge Industries no longer handles
bottle pick up. Ithaca Scrap will pick up bottles but their pick ups
must be clean (no metal rings on bottles, no waste mixed in).
There were a number of questions raised by the Task Force and the Conservation
Council; it is hoped the Task Force will answer these questions.
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LAMPRICIDES:
By Comm. Hoard Seconded: Comm. Hanna
The City Commission supports EMC and the County Board of Reps in their
comments to DEC concerning recommendations of Modified Option II.
Carried Unanimously
SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT:
Report by Comm. Holman. There will be further discussion on this matter in
view of proposed cuts in federal funding. Nobody knows quite what the sit-
uation is at this point in time. There will be additional discussion about
how the planning of the sewage treatment plant is to proceed. Before we are
ready to authorize another stage in planning, we need to be very sure that
we are approving the right kind of plant in order to assure the federal funding.
This is the largest capital project ever undertaken in Tompkins County. The
Commission and EMC need to be notified of impending developments.
ROAD SALT USE:
Comm. Holman read minutes from Board of Public Works meeting of March 11,
1981. There was a discussion of salt use on roads and resulting damage to
trees, bodies of water, etc; Comm. Sheffield is to check with Jack Dougherty
on current practices.
PUBLIC FORUM:
A Lobbyist for Environmental Planning Lobby from Albany will speak.on
toxic waste, solid waste, and nuclear waste on Thursday, April 9th, at 8 P.M.
at the Old County Court House. The Conservation Advisory Council is to be
co- sponsor.
Meeting adjourned at 9:06 P.M.
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CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting April 29, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners (6) - Banks, Cornish, Hoard, Perko, Sheffield, Swanzey
Council Liaison (1) - Holman
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Hanna
The meeting was called to order at 7:49 p.m.
MINUTES:
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm. Perko
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the March 24, 1981 meeting be approved
as corrected.
Correction: Page 1, EMC REPORT, paragraph 2: the Environmental
Management Council is looking for sites ...
Carried Unanimously
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT:
Resignation of Commissioner
Chairman Banks reported that Commissioner Deborah Dietrich had sub-
mitted her resignation from the Commission.
Resolution
By Comm. Swanzey: Seconded by Comm. Hoard
RESOLVED, The Commission accepts the resignation of Commissioner
Dietrich.
Carried Unanimously
Environmental Action Communication
Chairman Banks reported receiving a Clean Air ballot from the Environ-
mental Planning Lobby, Environmental Conservation Committee of the
Assembly, requesting an expression of interest from the Conservation
Advisory Council regarding environmental issues.
Resolution
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm. Swanzey
RESOLVED, That the Environmental Conservation Commission return the
Clean Air ballot to the Environmental Planning Lobby, expressing their
support.
Carried Unanimously
Membership in Planning Lobby
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded y Comm. Swanzey
RESOLVED, That the Commission become a member of the Environmental
Planning Lobby.
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Task Force on the Recycling of Solid Waste
Chairman Banks informed the Commission that the Common Council had
appointed him as ex officio member of the Ithaca Task Force on the Re-
cycling of Solid Waste, and observed that it would be difficult for
him to attend the 4 p.m. meetings. He asked if another member would
be agreeable to attending the meetings in his place. Comm. Hoard
reported that she is a member of the Task Force as a representative
of another body, and she said that she felt the Council should appoint
a voting member to the Task Force from the Conservation Advisory Council
inasmuch as there should be twelve members on the committee instead of
the current eleven.
OLD BUSINESS:
Energy Conservation Materials
Comm. Swanzey reported on availability of energy conservation pamphlets
from Cooperative Extension and New York State Electric and Gas. Elva
Holman suggested that Conservation Advisory Council cooperate with
NYSE &G and Cooperative Extension in distributing energy conservation
materials in the fall.
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April 29, 1981
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Bikeways Survey
Mrs. Holman reminded the Commission that the Commission had previously
discussed the formation of a subcommittee to assist with the Bikeways
Surveys, Discussion followed. Chairman Banks was empowered to ask
Mayor Bordoni for authorization to appoint a Bikeways subcommittee of
representative persons who will tabulate surveys and make appropriate
recommendations.
EMC REPORT:
Comm. Hoard reported that the Environmental Management Council has a
relatively new committee on toxic waste who are getting started on a
public information campaign trying to get people who might know of
some hazardous wastes or materials that might have been buried.
Comm. Hoard reported that the Environmental Management Council are
also starting a wetlands mapping project. They have scheduled two
training sessions (1 this week and 1 next) to train the persons how to
identify the wetlands plants which are indicator species. These
training sessions will be held at Sapsucker Woods. Details may be
obtained by calling the Environmental Management Commission office
C274-6282).
RESOURCE RECOVERY
Comm. Hoar reported that the County /City Task Forces will meet jo -intly
on the third Tuesdays of each month.
TELEDYNE PROPOSAL;
Comm. Hoard reported that the EMC discussed a proposal which would
consist of building a plant in Tompkins County which would handle larger
quantities of garbage than any refuse disposal facility plant yet
proposed locally. Solid waste would be reduced to cigar -like pellets
which can be burned in any furnace that burns coal, and would have a
little-more than half the heat value of coal.
"INDUSTRIAL' WASTE MATERIALS PROGRAMS:
Chm. Banks reported receiving a communication from the State regarding
legislation for establishing industrial materials recycling programs
within the Department of Environmental Conservation to work on programs
to reduce Hazardous wastes by source reduction and recycling or
recovery. The department will give technical assistance and encourage -
-ment to industries for adoption of programs which will cause less
hazardous and other industrial waste, and will give assistance to
industries to recover and recycle. They wish to set up a task force
to advise and assist.
ROAD SALT:
Discussion on this item was postponed,
BOTTLE BILL REPORT:
Chm. Banks reported passage of a bottle bill in Suffolk County
on March 24, 1980, Also, New York City Mayor Koch is now interested
in a bottle bill,
The Tompkins County Board of Representatives are involved, along with
Environmental Management Council, and many are concerned against
bottle bill legislators listening to powers controlling - -those that
show up and speak out against it.
Some comments in materials received by Chm, Banks:
More people are needed to work together,
There are claims that people will lose jobs.
More unskilled than skilled labor will be needed.
Michigan testifies for the bottle bill and claim that it leaves
more time in Parks & Recreation for other important tasks.
Local government is pressed for extended life of landfills.
Breweries could handle - -may even show profit.
Distributors would have the largest investment.
There would be an increase in jobs of retail clerks.
Letter campaigns are emphasized.
Prices will go up a little, then eventually fall back down.
There will be an initial invonvenience, and reorganization.
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In the State of Maine, the small stores make out well -- people _
return and spend the refunds.
Chm. Banks suggested writing a letter to people in the state govern-
ment in support of the bill.
Comm. Hoard commented that the Commission passed a resolution previously
and transmitted it to the Common Council, requesting their endorsement,
and that it be sent to the appropriate state legislator.
Resolution
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm. Sheffield
RESOLVED, That Chm. Banks write to the following persons at state level,
enclosing the deposit resolution passed by the Commission:
Governor, Carey, Speaker Fink, Senator Anderson, Senator Eckert,
Assemblyman.
Carried Unanimously
ROAD SALT:
The Commission agreed to accept Jack Dougherty's invitation to meet
at the Maintenance Facility to discuss road salt use. Chm. Banks
distributed copies of an article entitled "Salt Injury to Roadside Plants"
by George Hudler. Chm. Banks suggested that a copy of the article be
sent to the Department of Public Works. Alderman Holman informed the
Commission that there had existed a Shade Tree Committee in the past;
however, they have not been an acting committee for several years.
MISCELLANEOUS: (BRAINSTORMING)
Dre ging o —In Iet
Comm. Hoard reported that some people had spoken to her regarding the
dredging of the inlet and how was the decision made by the Board of
Public Works to approve?
Crosstown Connectors
Comm. Hoard repo–r–f–eU that the County, Town of Ithaca and Cornell
Univers-ity have agreed upon the first phase of a route to get people
from Slaterville around - -from Pine Tree Road between the P$C and
Eastwood Commons, on behind the orchards and end up about Caldwell Road.
The county will build it as a county road.
Alderman Holman commented that in its last reincarnation it was called
the Circumferential Route, and if anybody would like to see it she has
a copy.
'L'eaf Collection for Mulch
There was discussion concerning the collection and baling of leaves for
use as mulch. as- has been done in Batavia, New York.
ADJOURNMENT:
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm, Swanzey
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 9 :55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard Banks, Chairman
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CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting June 23, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners (5) - Banks, Cornish, Hanna, Perko, Sheffield
Council Liaison (1) - Schuler
ABSENT:
Co— mm ssioners (2) - Hoard, Swanzey
The meeting was called to order at 7:40 p.m.
MINUTES:
Tie was no approval of minutes of the April 29, 1981 meeting,
as it could not be determined what had become of the drafts of the
minutes.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Chairman Banks reported that he had received a letter from the
"Save The River" Commission announcing a festival which would
feature a St. Lawrence River Cruise. He passed the letter to the
members present.
NEW BUSINESS:
It aca Energy Commission
Chairman Banks, ex cio member of the Commission, reported that`
attendance at the meeting was good; membership represents many groups
in the City. A concern is that there is no member on the Commission
from the Common Council; therefore there is no way of communicating
fheir ideas to the Council.
Two of the items discussed at the meeting were electrical consumption
in the City, and ways of cutting it down; and proposed weatherizati:on
ordinances for the Municipal Housing Code. One idea proposes
compliance within five years; another applies only to landlords.
There is question concerning enforcement of such an ordinance; if it
were mandatory,it would be difficult to get the Common Council to
approve. Chm. Banks commented that Doug Dylla, Neighborhood Housing
Services, tel. 277 -4500, would appreciate hearing from members of the
Council after they have read the proposals.
New.York State Electric & Gas (NYSE &G) were approached concerning a
downtown office, and responded that they would have to look into it.
Dredging of Inlet
Chairman Banks reported having received a call from Paul Fingers,
Environmental Management Council, who is concerned about the impact
on the Wetlands Area of the dredging of the Inlet by the State. He
indicated that the Common Council would assign this item to committee.
Chm. Banks commented that it appears the benefits of the project
would outweigh the cost, and said he would call Mr. Fingers and
discuss it further with him.
Shade Trees
Chairman Banks reported that he had wanted to discuss this item with
a neighbor who has materials on tree varieties, but had been unable
to see him as he is out -of -town. He is interested in finding out
which trees are most salt tolerant, and in checking the city plan on
planting.
OLD BUSINESS:
Recycling
Alderman Schuler reported that she and Alderman Holman have talked
about a work study person to work with the Planning staff on recycling
study. The Budget and Administration Committee are concerned that
this will be precedent setting if this person were to go into the
Planning Department. Mr. Van Cort is writing a statement and will talk
to Alderman Gutenberger. Ms. Schuler asked the Conservation Advisory
Council to endorse the use of a work study person.
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Resolution
By Commissioner Perko: Seconded by Commissioner Cornish
RESOLVED, the Conservation Advisory Council recommends to the Common
Council the hiring of a work -study (summer) student to provide staff
support in the recycling study.
Carried Unanimously
Bottle Legislation
The Council reviewed the.public hearing which had been held May 27
on the bottle legislation.
Road Salt Update
Chair an Banks reported on the discussion which he had with Jack
Dougherty, and nothing more can be done on this item until the fall
or winter when the salt is being used again.
Recycling Task Force
Chairman Banks informed the Council that he
officio member of the Ithaca Recycling Task
hold its regular meeting the fourth Tuesday
This time is not convenient for him, and he
would be able to attend the meetings for hii
had been appointed ex
Force which he believed
of each month at 4:00 p.m.
asked if another member
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Meeting Date
The Council agreed that the July meeting of the Council would be
held on July 20, 1981 instead of on the regular meeting date of July
28.
Gypsy Moths
Commissioner Cornish asked what the stand of the Council is in regard.
to gypsy moths; she had been asked by several people and didn't have
the answer.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard Banks, Chairman
CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Postponed Meeting July 28, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners - (4) - Cornish, Hoard, Perko, Sheffield
ABSENT:
Commissioners - (3) - Banks, Hanna, Swanzey
Commissioner Hoard chaired the meeting in the absence of Chairman
Banks.
The meeting was called to order at 7:45 P.M.
MINUTES:
By Comm. Perko: Seconded by Comm. Cornish
RESOLVED, that the minutes of the April 29, 1981 and the minutes
of the June 23, 1981 meetings be approved and accepted as
published.
Resignation of Commissioner
Comm. Cornish notified the Council of her resignation as of
August 1981. She will write a letter to Mayor Bordoni.
EMC REPORT:
Selection of Consultant for Trash Burning at Old. Hospital
Comm. Hoard reported that a consultant has been selected for
the trash burning plant at the old hospital and that there
will be a technical advisory committee meeting soon which she
will attend and report back to the council.
Standing Committees within EMC
Comm. Hoard reported that EMC has recently reorganized and
they now have four standing committees. There is one on Fish
and Wildlife, one on Air and Water Quality, one on Solid Waste
and Waste Disposal, and one on Land Use and Transportation.
Dredging Cayuga Inlet
The Land Use and Transportation Committee will be looking into
the project. The main issue at this time is the disposal site.
East Ithaca Connector Road
There was a public meeting recently about the East Ithaca
Connector Road and it is something that the EMC will have to
make a comment on soon. The matter should be kept on the
agenda each time so that the EMC can keep track of the project.
Comm. Perko will follow East Ithaca Connector project.
EMC Solid Waste Committee
The EMC Solid Waste Committee and the County Planning Board
are meeting every Wednesday at noon and working on recycling
programs for the county like the city recycling task force
is doing for the city.
EMC Membership
If any member knows of any one interested in serving on the
EMC, they should have the person send a resume to Gus Freeman.
They should be residents of the City of Ithaca. -
OLD BUSINESS:
Shade Trees
Discussion deferred to the September meeting.
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NEW BUSINESS:
Lamprey Eel Program
Comm. Hoard reported there has been some major reorganization
due to loss of funding to the Fish and Wildlife Division of
the State and the lamprey control program is not a top priority.
Trimming of Creek Banks
Discussion deferred to the September meeting.
August Meeting
There will be no August meeting unless something happens to
warrant it.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M.
Respectively Submitted,
CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting March-24, 1981
PRESENT:
Acting Vice - Chairman - Hoard
Commissioners - (5) - Hanna, Sheffield, Swanzey, Banks, Cornish
Council Liaison - (2) - Schuler, Holman
ABSENT:
Commissioner - (1) - Perko
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting was called to order at 7:44 P.M. by Acting Vice - Chairman Hoard.
MINUTES:
No minutes submitted for approval due to lack of quorum at February 1981
meeting.
MEMBERSHIP:
Vice - Chairman Hoard introduced a new member of the commission, Joanne
Cornish. There are now two vacancies.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
By Comm. Hoard Seconded: Comm. Swanzey
RESOLVED that Comm. Richard Banks be Chairman and Comm. John Perko be
Vice - Chairman for the year 1981. 0
Carried Unanimously
EMC REPORT
Comm. Hoard reported that the EMC recycling group is beginning to get together.
Comm. Hoard is acting chairman of the EMC recycling group. EMC did pass a
positive recommendation on deposit bottle legislation and passed it to Board
of Reps. There has been a special committee formed by the County Board of
Reps to formulate a Board position. Ralph Jordan (Chamber of Commerce)
and Mr. England, manager of the P &C, Judd Falls Road, spoke at the EMC
meeting of concern about the cost to supermarkets if they had to take in
bottles they did not sell. Also, a gentleman from a distributing company
spoke about the cost to small businesses.
Comm. Hoard also reported that the commission is looking for sites where;%
toxic wastes had been dumped in Tompkins County.
CITY RECYCLING TASK FORCE
Comm. Hoard gave a report on today's meeting. The first and third Tuesdays,
4 to 6 P.M. will be the regular meeting times, in City Hall. Comm. Hoard
said Lloyd Irwin gave a very interesting talk on the process and cost of
the City's solid waste collection. While the tonnage has remained the same,
the cost is up considerably. The cost per load is $107.36 to the landfill
site (a load is 6 tons). His department has 4 trucks running every day,
with l:.in reserve. The city spent $180,592.62 in 1980. The department
handles 10,000 tons of solid waste each year. There are 11 men in the depart-
ment, working on 5 trucks which cost $45,000 each. Cornell University
sends 22 tons and the city sends 30 tons of solid waste to the landfill
each week.
There was a discussion on Ithaca Scrap trying to get Cornell University and
local businesses to recycle marketable materials, especially paper and
corrugated cardboard. Ithaca Scrap recycles 20 -25 kinds of paper. There
was also a discussion on the fact that Challenge Industries no longer handles
bottle pick up. Ithaca Scrap will pick up bottles but their pick ups
must be clean (no metal rings on bottles, no waste mixed in).
There were a number of questions raised by the Task Force and the Conservation
Council; it is hoped the Task Force will answer these questions.
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COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT STUDY
Comm. Hoard stated that the County will continue to serve as disposal agent
but will not serve as collector.
The City Task Force and County Study groups need to work together. The
point of the City Task Force and the County Committee is to see if public
policy can maybe have an ordinance requiring people to seperate the recycl-
ables for regular pick up.
BEVERAGE CONTAINER DEPOSIT LEGISLATION:
By Comm. Hoard Seconded: Comm. Hanna
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS carbonated soft - drink, beer, and ale bottles and cans create problems
of litter; are a hazard to pedestrians, vehicles, and animals; add to the
amount of municipal solid waste; and deplete our finite stock of natural re-
sources, especially energy; and
WHEREAS requiring a mandatory deposit on all carbonated beverage containers
sold in the State of New York would to a great extent alleviate these problems;
and
WHEREAS landfill space in Tompkins County is limited and may be unavailable
sooner than previously expected; and
WHEREAS the glass recycling program run by Challenge Industries in the City
of Ithaca has recently ended; and
WHEREAS the siting of a solid waste erfergy- recovery facility is under consid-
eration in Tompkins County, and removing beverage containers from the waste
stream would make such a facility more efficient; and
WHEREAS proposed legislation considered in the State of New York Legislature
(Senate Bill 2831 and Assembly Bill 3692) would not require a change to
refillable bottles or affect non - beverage food containers, but would only
require a deposit on all carbonated beverage containers, thereby providing
an economic incentive to return them to store where bought rather than tq
throw them away; and
WHEREAS the institution of such proposed legislation is not expected to
have a detrimental effect on the State's economy or overall work force; and
WHEREAS the New York State Conference of Mayors in May, 1980, supported
the enactment of State Legislation requiring a deposit on all carbonate
beverage containers:
WHEREAS it is easier and more appropriate to deal with beverage container
deposit legislation on the State rather than on the local level.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Ithaca Environmental
Commission does support the enactment of State Senate Bill 2831 and Assembly
Bill 3692 which would require a deposit on all carbonated beverage containers
sold in the State of New York.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Carried Unanimously
Comm. Hoard has a sample letter for those who wish to write concerning the
bill with list of the 2 committees in the Senate and the Assembly who will
be considering the bill.
Resolution to be forwarded to Common Council with the recommendation that
they add their endorsement to this type of message and that it be sent to the
appropriate State Legislators.
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7:30 P.M. January 21, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners: (7) Hanna, Hoard, Bangs Perko, Sheffield, Swanzee, Holman
OTHERS PRESENT:
Pamela Mitc e , Claudia Montague
ABSENT:
Deborah Dietrich
MINUTES:
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the September and December meetings be approved.
Carried
Commissioner Hoard chaired meeting in the absence of an appointed Chairman.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS:
Each Commission member introduced themself. It was reflected that there is= still
a shortage of two members. It could not be determined whether the Mayor will appoint
persons to fill the remaining vacancies.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
Comm. Perko agreed to serve as Vice- Chairman. I:t was suggested to ask Deborah
Dietrich if she would be willing to serve as Chairman. Because of the absence of
Comm. Dietrich, a final decision will be made for a running slate at the next meeting.
EMC REPORT:
Comm. Hoard explained that her appointment by the Mayor to the Environmental Commission
will be ending next year. Following that term, the representative will be selected
only by the commission. This is a result of the changes by the county.
ODD /EVEN PARKING:
Comm. Holman circulated and explained report on odd /even parking that is to go to
Common Council. Discussion followed regarding this report. The report is now in
the hands of the Planning & Development and Charter & Ordinance Committee.
RECYCLING:
Resolution
By Comm. Bangs: Seconded byX Comm. Perko
RESOLVED, That addition of investigation of equipment and routes be added to the
charge of the Recyling Task Force. Carried
This task force will be appointed at February council meeting, and will be asked to
report back in July.
Comma Hoard updated commission on recycling projects, mentioning that a county
committee will plan and consider solid waste management, which would include recycling.
Someone from that committee should be on the city's commission. Elva Holman will
have figures on volume of city collections at next commission meeting.
LANDFILL
Comm. Hoard mentioned that Town of Covert's ban on non - resident use of landfill was
upheld in court, and Town of Spencer is still investigating a similar ban. These
actions give urgency to work of recycling task force.
LAMPRICIDES:
Co ;rn, loard uodaied coiiviission and new commission members on this EMC project. r�
report will be coming out after the experiment.
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NUCLEAR WASTE BAN:
Comm. Holman reported that new federal regulations will soon be out in circulation
and will supersede all previous laws regarding nuclear waste.
PERIODICAL SUBSCRIPTION:
Resolution
By Comm. Swanzee: Seconded by Comm. Bangs
RESOLVED, That the magazine Environmental Action be subscribed to for the cost of $15.
Carried
MEETING TIME:
Resolution
By.Comm. Bangs: Seconded by Comm. Perko
RESOLVED, That the Environmental Commission will meet every fourth Tuesday of each
month, starting February 24, 1981.
Carried
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, meeting adjourned at 9:10 P.M.
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Respectfully submitted,.
DEBORAH HOARD, Vice Chairman
Regular Meeting
PRESENT:
Acting Vice - Chairman
Commissioners - (5) -
Council Liaison - (2)
CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
- Hoard
Hanna, Sheffield,
- Schuler, Holman
ABSENT:
Commissioner - (1) - Perko
March 24, 1981
Swanzey, Banks, Cornish
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting was called to order at 7:44 P.M. by Acting Vice - Chairman Hoard.
MINUTES
No minutes submitted for approval due to lack of quorum at February 1981
meeting.
MEMBERSHIP:
Vice - Chairman Hoard introduced a new member of the commission, Joanne
Cornish. There are now two vacancies.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
By Comm. Hoard Seconded: Comm. Swanzey
RESOLVED that Comm. Richard Banks be Chairman and Comm. John Perko be
Vice - Chairman for the year 1981.
Carried Unanimously
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EMC REPORT
Comm. Hoard reported that the EMC recycling group is beginning to get together.
Comm. Hoard is acting chairman of the EMC recycling group. EMC did pass a
positive recommendation on deposit bottle legislation and passed it to Board
of Reps. There has been a special committee formed by the County Board of
Reps to formulate a Board position. Ralph Jordan (Chamber of Commerce)
and Mr. England, manager of the P &C, Judd Falls Road, spoke at the EMC
meeting of concern about the cost to supermarkets if they had to take in
bottles they did not sell. Also, a gentleman from a distributing company
spoke about the cost to small businesses.
Comm. Hoard also reported that the commission is looking for sites where
toxic wastes had been dumped in Tompkins County.
CITY RECYCLING TASK FORCE
Comm. Hoard gave a report on today's meeting. The first and third Tuesdays,
4 to 6 P.M. will be the regular meeting times, in City Hall. Comm. Hoard
said Lloyd Irwin gave a very interesting talk on the process and cost of
the City's solid waste collection. While the tonnage has remained the same,
the cost is up considerably. The cost per load is $107.36 to the landfill
site (a load is 6 tons). His department has 4 trucks running every day,
with 1:.in reserve. The city spent $180,592.62 in 1980. The department
handles 10,000 tons of solid waste each year. There are 11 men in the depart-
ment, working on 5 trucks which cost $45,000 each. Cornell University
sends 22 tons and the city sends 30 tons of solid waste to the landfill
each week.
There was a discussion on Ithaca Scrap trying to get Cornell University and
local businesses to recycle marketable materials, especially paper and
corragated cardboard. Ithaca Scrap recycles 20 -25 kinds of paper. There
was also a discussion on the fact that Challenge Industries no longer handles
bottle pick up. Ithaca Scrap will pick up bottles but their pick ups
must be clean (no metal rings on bottles, no waste mixed in).
There were a number of questions raised by the Task Force and the Conservation
Council; it is hoped the Task Force will answer these questions.
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COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT STUDY
Comm. Hoard stated that the County will. continue to serve as disposal agent
but will not serve as collector.
The City Task Force and County Study groups need to work together. The
point of the City Task Force and the County Committee is to see if public
policy can maybe have an ordinance requiring people to seperate the recycl-
ables for regular pick up.
BEVERAGE CONTAINER DEPOSIT LEGISLATION:
By Comm. Hoard Seconded: Comm. Hanna
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS carbonated soft - drink, beer, and ale bottles and cans create problems
of litter; are a hazard to pedestrians, vehicles, and animals; add to the
amount of municipal solid waste; and deplete our finite stock of natural re-
sources, especially energy; and
WHEREAS requiring a mandatory deposit on all carbonated beverage containers
sold in the State of New York would to a great extent alleviate these problems;
and
WHEREAS landfill space in Tompkins County is limited and may be unavailable '
sooner than previously expected; and
WHEREAS the glass recycling program run by Challenge Industries in the City
of Ithaca has recently ended; and
WHEREAS the siting of a solid waste energy - recovery facility is under consid-
eration in Tompkins County, and removing beverage containers from the waste
stream would make such a facility more efficient; and
WHEREAS proposed legislation considered in the State of New York Legislature
(Senate Bill 2831 and Assembly Bill. 3692) would not require a change to
refillable bottles or affect non - beverage food containers, but would only
require a deposit on all carbonated beverage containers, thereby providing
an economic incentive to return them to store where bought rather than to
throw them away; and
WHEREAS the institution of such proposed legislation is not expected to
have a detrimental effect on the State's economy or overall work force; and
WHEREAS the New York State Conference of Mayors in May, 1980, supported
the enactment of State Legislation requiring a deposit on all carbonate
beverage containers:
WHEREAS it is easier and more appropriate to deal with beverage container
deposit legislation on the State rather than on the local level.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Ithaca Environmental
Commission does support the enactment of State Senate Bill 2831 and Assembly
Bill 3692 which would require a deposit on all carbonated beverage containers
sold in the State of New York.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Carried Unanimously
Comm. Hoard has a sample letter for those who wish to write concerning the
bill with list of the 2 committees in the Senate and the Assembly who will.
be considering the bill.
Resolution to be forwarded to Common Council with the recommendation that
they add their endorsement to this type of message and that it be sent to the
appropriate State Legislators.
LAMPRICIDES:
By Comm. Hoard Seconded: Comm. Hanna
The City Commission supports EMC and the County Board of Reps in their
comments to DEC concerning recommendations of Modified Option II..
Carried Unanimously
SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT:
Report by Comm. Holman. There will be further discussion on this matter in
view of proposed cuts in federal funding. Nobody knows quite what the sit-
uation is at this point in time. There will be additional discussion about
how the planning of the sewage treatment plant is to proceed. Before we are
ready to authorize another stage in planning, we need to be very sure that
we are approving the right kind of plant in order to assure the federal funding.
This is the largest capital project ever undertaken in Tompkins County. The
Commission and EMC need to be notified of impending developments.
ROAD SALT USE:
Comm. Holman read minutes from Board of Public Works meeting of March 11,
1981. There was a discussion of salt use on roads and resulting damage to
trees, bodies of water, etc; Comm. Sheffield is to check with Jack Dougherty
on current practices.
PUBLIC FORUM:
A Lobbyist for Environmental Planning Lobby from Albany will speak on
toxic waste, solid waste, and nuclear waste on Thursday, April 9th, at 8 P.M.
at the Old County Court House. The Conservation Advisory Council is to be
co- sponsor.
Meeting adjourned at 9:06 P.M.
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CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting April 29, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners (6) - Banks, Cornish, Hoard, Perko, Sheffield, Swanzey
Council Liaison (1) - Holman
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Hanna
The meeting was called to order at 7:49 p.m.
MINUTES:
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm. Perko
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the March 24, 1981 meeting be approved
as corrected.
Correction: Page 1, EMC REPORT, paragraph 2: the Environmental
Management Council is looking for sites ...
Carried Unanimously
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT:
Resignation of Commissioner
Chairman Banks reported t -at Commissioner Deborah Dietrich had sub-
mitted her resignation from the Commission.
Resolution
By Comm. Swanzey: Seconded by Comm. Hoard
RESOLVED, The Commission accepts the resignation of Commissioner
Dietrich.
Carried Unanimously
Environmental Action Communication
Chairman Banks reported receiving a Clean Air ballot from the Environ-
mental Planning Lobby, Environmental Conservation Committee of the
Assembly, requesting an expression of interest from the Conservation
Advisory Council regarding environmental issues.
Resolution
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm. Swanzey
RESOLVED, That the Environmental Conservation Commission return the
Clean Air ballot to the Environmental Planning Lobby, expressing their
support.
Carried Unanimously
Membership in Planning Lobby
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm. Swanzey
RESOLVED, That the Commission become a member of the Environmental
Planning Lobby.
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Task Force on the Recycling of Solid Waste
Chairman Banks informed the Commission that the Common Council had
appointed him as ex officio member of the Ithaca Task Force on the Re-
cycling of Solid W_aste an__J observed that it would be difficult for
him to attend the 4 p.m. meetings. He asked if another member would
be agreeable to attending the meetings in his place. Comm. Hoard
reported that she is a member of the Task Force as a representative
of another body, and she said that she felt the Council should appoint
a voting member to the Task Force from the Conservation Advisory Council
inasmuch as there should be twelve members on the committee instead of
the current eleven.
OLD BUSINESS:
Energy Conservation Materials
Comm. Swanzey reported on availability of energy conservation pamphlets
from Cooperative Extension and New York State Electric and Gas. Elva
Holman suggested that Conservation Advisory Council cooperate with
NYSE&G and Cooperative Extension in distributing energy conservation
materials in the fall.
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ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Bi eways Survey
Mrs. Holman reminded the Commission that the Commission had previously
discussed the formation of a subcommittee to assist with the Bikeways
Surveys. Discussion followed. Chairman Banks was empowered to ask
Mayor Bordoni for authorization to appoint a Bikeways subcommittee of
representative persons who will tabulate surveys and make appropriate
recommendations.
EMC REPORT:
Comm. Hoard reported that the Environmental Management Council has a
relatively new committee on toxic waste who are getting started on a
public information campaign trying to get people who might know of
some hazardous wastes or materials that might have been buried.
Comm. Hoard reported that the Environmental Management Council are
also starting a wetlands mapping project. They have scheduled two
training sessions (l this week and 1 next) to train the persons how to
identify the wetlands plants which are indicator species, These
training sessions will be held at Sapsucker Woods. Details may be
obtained by calling the Environmental Management Commission office
C274-6282).
RESOURCE RECOVERY
Comm. Hoard reported that the County /City Task Forces will meet jo -intly
on the third Tuesdays of each month.
TELEDYNE PROPOSAL:
Comm, Hoax reported that the EMC discussed a proposal which would
consist of building a plant in Tompkins County which would handle larger
quantities of garbage than any refuse disposal_ facility plant yet
proposed locally. Solid waste would be reduced to cigar -like pellets
which can be burned in any furnace that burns coal, and would have a
little-more than half the heat value of coal.
`YNDUSTRIAL WASTE MATERIALS PROGRAMS:
Chm. Banks reported receiving a communication from the State regarding
legislation for establishing industrial materials recycling programs
within the Department of Environmental Conservation to work on programs
to reduce hazardous wastes by source reduction and recycling or
recovery. The department will give technical assistance and encourage -
-ment to industries- for adoption of programs which will cause less
hazardous and other industrial waste, and will give assistance to
industries to recover and recycle. They wish to set up a task force
to advise and assist.
ROAD SALT:
Discussion on this item was postponed,
BOTTLE BILL REPORT:
C m. Banks reported passage of a bottle bill in Suffolk County
on March 24, 1980. Also, New York City Mayor Koch is now interested
in a bottle bill.
The Tompkins County Board of Representatives are involved, along with
Environmental Management Council, and many are concerned against
bottle bill legislators listening to powers controlling--those that
show up and speak out against it.
Some comments in materials received by Chm. Banks:
More people are needed to work together.
There are claims that people will lose jobs.
More unskilled than skilled labor will be needed.
Michigan testifies for the bottle bill and claim that it leaves
more time in Parks & Recreation for other important tasks.
Local government is pressed for extended life of landfills.
Breweries could handle- -may even show profit.
Distributors would have the largest investment.
There would be an increase in jobs of retail clerks.
Letter campaigns are emphasized.
Prices will go up a little, then eventually fall back down.
There will be an initial invonvenience, and reorganization.
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In the State of Maine, the small stores make out well -- people _
return and spend the refunds.
Chm. Banks suggested writing a letter to people in the state govern-
ment in support of the bill.
Comm. Hoard commented that the Commission passed a resolution previously
and transmitted it to the Common Council, requesting their endorsement,
and that it be sent to the appropriate state legislator.
Resolution
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm. Sheffield
RESOLVED, That Chm. Banks write to the following persons at state level,
enclosing the deposit resolution passed by the Commission:
Governor, Carey, Speaker Fink, Senator Anderson, Senator Eckert,
Assemblyman.
Carried Unanimously
ROAD SALT:
The Commission agreed to accept Jack Dougherty's invitation to meet
at the Maintenance Facility to discuss road salt use. Chm. Banks
distributed copies of an article entitled "Salt Injury to Roadside Plants"
by George Hudler. Chm. Banks suggested that a copy of the article be
sent to the Department of Public Works. Alderman Holman informed the
Commission that there had existed a Shade Tree Committee in the past;
however, they have not been an acting committee for several years.
MISCELLANEOUS: (BRAINSTORMING)
Dredging o nlet
Comm. Hoard reported that some people had spoken to her regarding the
dredging of the inlet and how was the decision made by the Board of
Public Works to approve?
Crosstown Connectors
Comm. Hoard reporteU that the County, Town of Ithaca and Cornell
University have agreed upon the first phase of a route to get people
from Slaterville around - -from Pine Tree Road between the P&C and
Eastwood Commons, on behind the orchards and end up about Caldwell Road.
The county will build it as a county road,
Alderman Holman commented that in its last reincarnation it was called
the Circumferential Route, and if anybody would like to see it she has
a copy.
''Leaf Collection for Mulch
There was discussion concerning the collection and baling of leaves for
use as mulch as has been done in Batavia, New York.
ADJOURNMENT:
By Comm. Hoard: Seconded by Comm, Swanzey
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard - Banks, Chairman
CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting June 23, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners (5) - Banks, Cornish, Hanna, Perko, Sheffield
Council Liaison (1) - Schuler
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Hoard, Swanzey
The meeting was called to order at 7:40 p.m.
MINUTES:
There was no approval of minutes of the April -29, 1981 meeting,
as it could not be determined what had become of the drafts of the
minutes.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Chairman Banks reported that he had received a letter from the
"Save The River" Commission announcing a festival which would
feature a St. Lawrence River Cruise. He passed the letter to the
members present.
NEW BUSINESS:
Ithacaa nerg Commission
CEiairman Banks, ex o icio member of the Commission, reported that
attendance at the meet ni g was good; membership represents many groups
in the City. A concern is that there is no member on the Commission
from the Common Council; therefore there is no way of communicating
their ideas to the Council.
Two of the items discussed at the meeting were electrical consumption
in the City, and ways of cutting it down; and proposed weatherization
ordinances for the Municipal Housing Code. One idea proposes
compliance within five years; another applies only to landlords.
There is question concerning enforcement of such an ordinance; if it
were mandatory it would be difficult to get the Common Council to
approve. Chm. Banks commented that Doug Dylla, Neighborhood Housing
Services, tel. 277 -4500, would appreciate hearing from members of the
Council after they have read the proposals.
New York State Electric $ Gas (NYSE &G) were approached concerning a
downtown office, and responded that they would have to look into it.
Dredging of Inlet
Chairman Banks reported having received a call from Paul Fingers,
Environmental Management Council, who is concerned about the impact
on the Wetlands Area of the dredging of the Inlet by the State. He
indicated that the Common Council would assign this item to committee.
Chm. Banks commented that it appears the benefits of the project
would outweigh the cost, and said he would call Mr. Fingers and
discuss it further with him.
Shade Trees
C airman Banks reported that he had wanted to discuss this item with
-a neighbor who has materials on tree varieties, but had been unable
to see him as he is out -of -town. He is interested in finding out
which trees are most salt tolerant, and in checking the city plan on
planting.
OLD BUSINESS:
Recycling
Alderman Schuler reported that she and Alderman Holman have talked
about a work study person to work with the Planning staff on recycling
study. The Budget and Administration Committee are concerned that
this will be precedent setting if this person were to go into the
Planning Department. Mr. Van Cort is writing a statement and will talk
to Alderman Gutenberger. Ms. Schuler asked the Conservation Advisory
Council to endorse the use of a work study person.
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Resolution
By Commissioner Perko: Seconded by Commissioner Cornish
RESOLVED, the Conservation Advisory Council recommends to the Common
Council the hiring of a work -study (summer) student to provide staff
support in the recycling study.
Carried Unanimously
Bottle Legislation
The Council reviewed the public hearing which had been held May 27
on the bottle legislation.
Road Salt U date
Chairman Banks reported on the discussion which he had with Jack
Dougherty, and nothing more can be done on this item until the fall
or winter when the salt is being used again.
Recycling Task Force
Chairman Banks informed the Council that he
officio member of the Ithaca Recycling Task
hold its regular meeting the fourth Tuesday
This time is not convenient for him, and he
would be able to attend the meetings for hii
had been appointed ex
Force which he believed
of each month at 4:00 p.m,
asked if another member
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Meeting Date
The Council agreed that the July meeting of the Council would be
held on July 20, 1981 instead of on the regular meeting date of July
28.
Gypsy Moths
Commissioner Cornish asked what the stand of the Council is in regard
to gypsy moths; she had been - -asked by several people and didn't have
the answer.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard Banks, Chairman
CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL
CITY OF ITHACa, NEW YORK
Postponed Meeting July 28, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners - (4) - Cornish, Hoard, Perko, Sheffield
ABSENT:
Commissioners - (3) - Banks, Hanna, Swanzey
Commissioner Hoard chaired the meeting in the absexce of Chairman
Banks.
The meeting was called to order at 7:45 P.M.
MINUTES:
By Comm. Perko: Seconded by Comm. Cornish
RESOLVED, that the minutes of the April 29,1981 and the minutes
of the June 23, 1981 meetings be approved and accepted as
published.
Resignation of Commissioner
Comm. Cornish notified the Council of her resignation as of
August 1981. She will write a letter to Mayor Bordoni.
EMC REPORT:
Selection of Consultant for Trash Burning at Old Hospital
Comm. Hoard reported that a consultant has been selected for
the trash burning plant at the old hospital and that there
will be a technical advisory committee meeting soon which she
will attend and report back to the council.
Standing Committees within EMC
Comm. Hoard reported that EMC has recently reorganized and
they now have four standing committees. There is one on Fish
and Wildlife, one on Air and Water Quality, one on Solid Waste
and Waste Disposal, and one on Land Use and Transportation.
Dredging Cayuga Inlet
The Land Use and Transportation
the project. The main issue at
Committee will be looking into
this time is the disposal site.
East Ithaca Connector Road
There was a public meeting recently about the East Ithaca
Connector Road and it is something that the EMC will.have to
make a comment on soon. The matter should be kept on the
agenda each time so that the EMC can keep track of the project.
Comm. Perko will follow East Ithaca Connector project.
ENIC Solid Waste Committee
The EMC Solid Waste Committee and the County Planning Board
are meeting every Wednesday at noon and working on recycling
programs for the county like the city recycling task force
is doing for the city.
EMC Membership
If any member knows of any one interested in serving on the
EMC, they should have the person send a resume to Gus Freeman.
They should be residents of the City of Ithaca.
OLD BUSINESS:
Shade Trees
Discussion deferred to the September meeting.
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NEW BUSINESS:
Lamprey Eel Program
Comm. Hoard reported there has been some major reorganization
due to loss of funding to the Fish and Wildlife Division of
the State and the lamprey control program is not a top priority.
Trimming of Creek Banks
Discussion deferred to the September meeting.
August Meeting
There will be no August meeting unless something happens to
warrant it.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M.
Respectively Submitted,