HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-CC-2014-04-02COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. April 2, 2014
PRESENT:
Mayor Myrick
Alderpersons (10) Brock, McGonigal, Murtagh, Clairborne, McCollister, Fleming,
Smith, Kerslick, Martell, Mohlenhoff
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Clerk – Conley Holcomb
City Attorney – Lavine
City Controller – Thayer
Chief of Staff – Sutherland
Youth Program Coordinator - Schreiber
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Myrick led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
ADDITIONS TO OR DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA:
Consent Agenda:
Mayor Myrick requested the removal of Item 8.3 - An Ordinance to Amend the City of
Ithaca Municipal Code, Chapter 86, Entitled “Parks Commission” to Amend the
Commission Membership. This Item was moved to the City Administration Committee
portion of the agenda.
Mayor Myrick also requested the addition of a new Consent Agenda Item 8.3 –
Simeon’s Alcohol Permit Request – Resolution.
City Administration Committee:
Mayor Myrick requested that Item 9.1- IPD – Request to Amend the 2014 IPD Budget –
K9 Unit Grant – Resolution, be withdrawn from the agenda. He explained that there are
questions about this item and the Police Chief was unable to attend tonight’s meeting to
answer them.
No Council member objected.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS BEFORE COUNCIL:
5.1 Update from City of Ithaca Youth Council
Youth Program Coordinator Marty Schrieber and members of the Ithaca Youth Council
reported on their participation in recent activities including the Share the Warmth
Program and National Kick Butts Day. Youth Council members will also be participating
in the Ithaca Festival, Juneteenth, and the GIAC Festival.
The Graduation Dinner for this year’s graduating seniors will be held on June 9, 2014.
Many of the students are moving on to the colleges of their choice.
The annual Ithaca is Community! Service Day, organized by the Youth Council, will be
held on April 26, 2014. Volunteers, local leaders, and local young people will be
working side by side to make Ithaca a better place by cleaning, raking, removing brush,
mulching, planting, and more.
5.2 Report from the Town of Ithaca
Town Board member Rod Howe reported on the following:
The public comment period for the Town’s Draft Environmental Impact Statement
for the Comprehensive Plan is now open.
The Town has started 2015 Budget preparations. Reductions in contributions to
community services have been proposed. A proposal has been made by the
Town Supervisor to reduce contributions to outside agencies by half in 2015 and
eliminating them completely in 2016. These agencies include TCAT, and the
City for the use of park facilities and fire services.
An Ad-Hoc Committee has been created to discuss economic development
issues related to the Inlet Valley Corridor (southwest area of the City & Town)
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There will be an Open House for the Gateway Trail Project, which connects the
City & Town, on April 3, 2014, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, at the Town Hall.
There will be a community meeting on April 29, 2014 at 6:30 pm in the Town Hall
to encourage residents to adopt the Town’s parks and trails.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL:
The following people addressed Common Council:
Donald Lifton, City of Ithaca, addressed Council regarding Dr. Skorton’s refusal to
increase Cornell’s voluntary contribution to the City. He encouraged the elected officials
to request detailed reports of Cornell’s budget including endowments, noting that they
are required to spend 5% of those funds. He also encouraged the Mayor to conduct
research to ensure that Cornell is paying all appropriate property taxes and to request
that a member of the Board of Trustees be appointed to the Search Committee for the
new President.
Joan Jacobs Brumberg, Town of Ithaca, voiced her desire to “age in place” and
suggested that the old library building on Cayuga Street be turned into housing for
“empty-nesters”, retirees and the senior market who tends to prefer to purchasing vs.
renting housing units.
Joel Harlan, Town of Newfield, congratulated the Mayor on his recent appearance on
Meet the Press. He further voiced his support for the creation of new businesses and
jobs.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR – COMMON COUNCIL AND THE MAYOR:
Mayor Myrick thanked Mr. Lifton and Ms. Brumberg for sharing their insights and
thoughts on issues surrounding voluntary contributions from Cornell University and the
senior housing market.
He further announced that he would be coaching a hockey game on Saturday, April 5,
2014 at 7:00 pm at Lynah Rink to raise funds for the Franziska Rackers Center. He
encouraged everyone to come out to support a great cause and watch local hockey
legends take to ice.
Alderperson McCollister also responded to comments made by Ms. Brumberg regarding
housing trends in the City.
Alderperson Brock shared information regarding the Town of Ithaca’s Comprehensive
Plan public comment period and public hearing. She also announced that there would
be a public hearing on the possible development of the Emerson site on April 10, 2014
at 5:30 p.m. at Cinemapolis.
Alderperson Clairborne responded to Ms. Brumberg’s suggestion that the former
Tompkins Public Library site be redeveloped into a housing project. He further shared
information about a One-Woman Play fundraiser that would take place on April 5, 2014
from 5:00 – 7:00 pm, at the Baptist Church of Jesus Christ.
Alderperson Clairborne extended his thoughts and prayers to the family of the Johnson
City Police Officer who was killed in the line of duty recently and urged everyone to offer
their support as well.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
Department of Public Information and Technology:
8.1 Woody’s Ladybugs Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution
By Alderperson McCollister: Seconded by Alderperson Smith
WHEREAS, Woody’s Ladybugs Restaurant has requested permission to utilize certain
areas along Aurora Street for outdoor dining, and
WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and
Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining, and
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WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the
serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons, and
WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for
outdoor dining at Woody’s Ladybugs Restaurant, including the responsible sale and
consumption of alcohol, is desirable, and
WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public
property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum
of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, For the year 2014, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic
Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Woody’s Ladybugs
Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set
forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of
$1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit.
Carried Unanimously
8.2 Simeon’s Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution
By Alderperson McCollister: Seconded by Alderperson Smith
WHEREAS, since 1987 the City of Ithaca has issued a license to Simeon's Restaurant
allowing that restaurant to utilize certain areas along Aurora Street and on the Ithaca
Commons for outdoor dining, and
WHEREAS, this use of public property has generally been deemed proper and successful,
and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Ithaca Commons,
including outdoor dining, and
WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the
serving and consumption of alcohol on the Ithaca Commons, and
WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for
outdoor dining at Simeon's Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of
alcohol, is desirable, and
WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public
property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum
of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, For the year 2014, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic
Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Simeon's Restaurant
that includes the sale of alcohol in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in
the application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of
$1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit.
Carried Unanimously
City Administration Committee:
8.3 City Attorney - Approval of Revised Deductible in Settlement of Perialas,
LLC et al. v. City of Ithaca et al. - Resolution
By Alderperson McCollister: Seconded by Alderperson Smith
WHEREAS, the matter of Perialas, LLC et al. v. City of Ithaca et al., Civil Action No.
5:13-CV- 1155, regards a dispute between the City and the owners of property,
including a sound recording studio, adjacent to the Clinton St. bridge; and
WHEREAS, following negotiation between the parties, the Perialas’ agreed to settle all
disputes between the parties in exchange for a payment of $85,000; and
WHEREAS, on March 5, 2014, the Common Council adopted a resolution approving
this $85,000 settlement premised upon the City’s insurer contributing $65,000 of this
settlement cost and the City contributing the remaining $20,000; and
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WHEREAS, the City’s insurer has since clarified that the applicable deductible under
the relevant insurance policy is in fact $25,000, leaving the insurer to cover $60,000 of
the total settlement amount; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby amends its March 5 approval of this
settlement so as to authorize the payment to the City’s insurer of an amount not to
exceed $25,000, namely the applicable deductible under the operative insurance policy,
in lieu of the $20,000 payment previously authorized, and be it further
RESOLVED, That said $25,000 deductible shall be derived as follows: From account
A1930-5700: $24,000, From Account A1930-5000: $1,000 and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Mayor and the City
Controller, upon the advice of the City Attorney, to execute all documents and payments
necessary to implement the settlement referenced herein.
Carried Unanimously
8.4 An Ordinance to Amend The City Of Ithaca Municipal Code, Chapter 86,
Entitled “Parks Commission” to Amend the Commission Membership
This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and moved to the City Administration
Committee Item 9.1.
8.5 DPW - Request to Amend Budget to Treat Hemlock Trees in City Cemetery -
Resolution
By Alderperson McCollister : Seconded by Alderperson Smith
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Cemetery has 128 Eastern Hemlock trees, some of which
date back to the creation of the Cemetery, and
WHEREAS, Hemlock Wooly Adelgid is a non-native invasive insect which can cause
death to native Eastern Hemlock trees in 4 years or less and infestation of many of the
trees in the City Cemetery has been confirmed, and
WHEREAS, there is no known natural resistance to the insect among Eastern Hemlock
trees in the North Eastern United States and the infestation of the trees in the City
Cemetery will result in the eventual death of all the hemlock trees, and
WHEREAS, there are pesticide treatment options that have shown to be effective in
reducing the infestation of the insects and allowing for the recovery of the infested tree,
and
WHEREAS, the City Forester recommends a treatment of the hemlock trees in the City
Cemetery using a combination of dinotefuran and imidacloprid, applied directly to
infested trees to reduce the infestation and protect the trees for 7 or more years, and
WHEREAS, the infestation will be monitored on an annual basis and treatment may
again be needed in 7 or more years, and
WHEREAS, the treatment plan will cost approximately $9,000 and there is currently
$3,000 in the 2014 budget to pay for a portion of the treatment plan; now therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby approves of a transfer not to exceed $6,000
from A1990 Unrestricted Contingency to Account A8810-5435 Cemetery Contracts for
the purpose of the treatment of the Eastern Hemlock trees in the City Cemetery.
Carried Unanimously
CITY ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
9.1 IPD - Request to Amend 2014 IPD Budget – K9 Unit Grant - Resolution
This item was withdrawn from the agenda.
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8.4 / 9.1 An Ordinance to Amend The City Of Ithaca Municipal Code, Chapter
86, Entitled “Parks Commission” to Amend the Commission Membership
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Clairborne
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Parks Commission was established in 1991 to advise the
Board of Public Works, Common Council and other City boards and commissions on
issues relating to City- owned parks and open spaces, and
WHEREAS, the Parks Commission was established to consist of nine members,
including members of several specific organizations, and
WHEREAS, the majority of these specified organizations are no longer active, and the
current requirements do not reflect the composition of the Parks Commission over the
past several years, and
WHEREAS, it has been difficult to maintain a membership of nine on the Parks
Commission and membership typically consists of seven or fewer individuals; now,
therefore,
ORDINANCE NO. 2014-
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca that
Chapter 86 of the Municipal Code of the City of Ithaca be amended as follows:
Section 1. Chapter 86, Section 86-4 of the Municipal Code of the City of Ithaca is
hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 86-4. Membership.
A. The Commission shall consist of seven nine members, all of whom are
appointed by the Mayor, subject to the approval of Common Council, and four 2/3 of
whom must be City residents.
(1) One member shall represent Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Community
Beautification Program. One member shall be chosen from each of the following
organizations: the Circle Greenway Commission, the Six Mile Creek Overseer
Committee, the Shade Tree Advisory Committee, and the Recreation Committee of the
Youth Bureau.
(2) Four seven members shall represent, through specific training or equivalent
background and active interest, the fields of landscape architecture, historic
preservation or local history, horticulture, general ecology, tourism, and recreation.
(3) Two members shall be at-large members representing the general community.
B. Ex officio members (non-voting) of the Commission shall include a member of
the Common Council, a member of the Planning and Development Board, a member of
the Board of Public Works, the City Forester or his/her designee, the Director of
Planning, Building, Zoning, & Economic Development or his/her designee, and the
Recreation Coordinator Facilities Director of the Youth Bureau or his/her designee
and the Parks and Forestry Supervisor of the Department of Public Works. Each ex
officio member representing a particular group shall be chosen by his/her constituent
group.
Section 2. Chapter 86, Section 86-7 of the Municipal Code of the City of Ithaca is
hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 86-7. Quorum; meetings.
A. A quorum for the transaction of business shall consist of four five of the
Commission members, and but it shall require an affirmative vote of a majority of the
body to decide on new policy issues.
B. The Commission shall meet at least monthly. Meetings may be held at any time
on the written request of any two Commission members or at the call of the Chairperson
or Mayor.
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Section 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion
of this ordinance is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent
jurisdiction, then that decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of
this ordinance.
Section 4. Effective date. This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in
accordance with law upon publication of notices as provided in the Ithaca City Charter.
Alderperson McCollister noted that she was happy to see this initiative come forward as it
is in line with discussions held by the former GPA Committee. Alderperson Clairborne
thanked Council for removing this item from the consent agenda in the spirit of transparent
government as this ordinance represents a change to the City Code.
A vote on the Ordinance resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
9.2 Request to Approve Funding Match for TIGER VI (Transportation Investment
Generating Economic Recovery) Grant Application - Resolution
By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Kerslick
WHEREAS, the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) has announced
the availability of 600 million dollars in the TIGER VI Discretionary Grants (TIGER IV)
program, which notice was published in the Federal Register on January 17, 2014, and
WHEREAS, in 2012, City staff identified the Intermodal Transportation Hub -
Accelerating Community Access (ITH-ACA) project, which included a complete
reconstruction of the Ithaca Commons as the major intermodal transportation hub in the
area, and
WHEREAS, in 2012 the City applied for and was successful in obtaining a Federal
Transit Agency State of Good Repair grant, in the amount of 4.5 million dollars, and a
New York State Empire State Development Grant in the amount of 1.8 million dollars, to
begin Phase 1 of the ITH-ACA project, and
WHEREAS, the City is currently undertaking Phase I Commons reconstruction, and is
continuing to develop plans for subsequent phases of the ITH-ACA project in order to
enhance the transit network, improve interconnectivity between the downtown transit
hub and Cornell, the region’s major educational and employment center, as well as
facilitate economic development, improve public transit reliability, and make
transportation more accessible for all economic classes, and
WHEREAS, the City is interested in applying for a TIGER VI grant in order to obtain
funding for the second phase of the ITH-ACA project, and
WHEREAS, City Planning and Engineering staff are preparing an application that will
include, but not be limited to, the following components:
Upgrades to the public transit network that include intelligent transportation
system (ITS) upgrades which would allow for remote real-time transit information,
and
A complete reconstruction of College Avenue and Cayuga Street, including,
wider sidewalks, enhanced opportunities for outdoor commerce, and safer transit
routes that reduce conflicts of parked vehicles and bus and vehicular traffic, and
Enhancements to the Transit Network, including new bus shelters at the Albany
Street and State Street Stations, queue jumping, signal preemption, upgrades to
buses, and signals that allow for more reliable bus route times, and
A complete reconstruction of the major transit routes along the Stewart Avenue
Corridor and Albany Street, including maintaining the historic brick pavers on
Stewart Avenue.
WHEREAS, the Phase II components of the ITH-ACA project are expected to represent
a large investment in the transportation system that will help maintain a state of good
repair for major transit routes, enhance pedestrian networks, increase livability and
sustainability, encourage and support economic growth and activity, and improve and
enhance connectivity between downtown and Cornell University, and
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WHEREAS, State of New York and City of Ithaca environmental quality review laws and
regulations define as “Type II” (i.e., exempt from environmental review) actions that
involve “conducting concurrent environmental, engineering, economic, feasibility and
other studies and preliminary planning and budgetary processes necessary to the
formulation of a proposal for action, provided those activities do not commit the agency
to commence, engage in or approve such action”; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That, as a preliminary step intended to determine the economic feasibility
of transportation improvements, including those listed above, the Mayor of the City of
Ithaca, or his designee, is hereby authorized to submit a TIGER VI application for
funding to the United States Department of Transportation in accordance with the
provisions of the Notice of Funds Available, and be it further
RESOLVED, That, upon approval of such request, the City shall conduct environmental
review as required, for the projects proposed to be undertaken pursuant to the TIGER
VI grant, and be it further
RESOLVED, That, upon approval of said TIGER VI grant to the City, or any portion
thereof, and upon completion of all necessary environmental review of the components
of said project and approval of the same by Common Council, the Mayor, or his
designee, is hereby authorized to enter into and execute a project agreement with the
USDOT, or its designee, for the construction, and construction inspection of the TIGER
VI application as submitted by the Mayor, approved by the USDOT, and as approved
and/or modified by environmental review and any other applicable City of Ithaca review
process, and be it further,
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby confirms its intention to commit funds in an
amount not to exceed $2,500,000 (to be derived from serial bonds), contingent upon an
award of funds from the TIGER VI program and completion of environmental review.
Mayor Myrick explained that the City has 100 miles of roads that have a 20 year life
expectancy. The City should be replacing 5 miles of road each year to adequately
maintain its infrastructure; however, only 1 mile of road is currently being replaced each
year due to the lack of resources. He stressed that the City must find as many
resources as possible to achieve that maintenance level.
Alderperson McCollister questioned what elements make a strong application. Mayor
Myrick responded that strong advocacy in Washington is critical and that starts with
support from local community leaders. Another factor is the ability to increase the
percentage of the local “match”. The minimum match is 20% of the project; however,
no projects are being funded with a 20% match. Most reviewers are looking for a 40%
local match.
Alderperson Brock asked if Common Council would have an opportunity to further
review the identified projects. She also asked about Cornell’s contribution to this
initiative. Mayor Myrick responded affirmatively that Council would have an opportunity
to review the projects in more depth and explained the grant process. He further shared
information regarding Cornell’s potential contribution.
Mayor Myrick noted that he would share the final application with Common Council but
advised that it could still be adjusted slightly. He further stated that he would be looking
for letters of support for the grant application.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Budget Process Discussion:
City Administration Committee Chair Mohlenhoff reviewed a proposed schedule of
Committee of the Whole meetings to discuss the budget process. The following
schedule was agreed upon:
April 23, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. - Shared Services/MOUs/PILOT agreements
May 28, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. - DPW and City infrastructure
June 25, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. -IFD/IPD – emergency services
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Alderperson Mohlenhoff further shared the 2015 Budget meeting schedule as follows:
Thursday October 9, 2014 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday October 15, 2014 6:00 p.m.(Public Hearing)
Thursday October 16, 2014 7:00 p.m.
Monday October 20, 2014 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday October 29, 2014 6:00 p.m.(Public Hearing)
Wednesday November 5, 2014 6:00 p.m.(Public Hearing)
Thursday November 13, 2014 6:00 p.m.(Final Vote)
City Controller’s Report:
City Controller Thayer reported on the following:
New York State Budget Impacts:
No increase in AIM payment (Aid to Municipalities - $2.6 million)
Increase in CHIPS funding (Highway improvement funds)
Property Tax freeze – includes a rebate check to taxpayers of approximately
$350 if the municipality complies with the tax cap for 2 years (no overrides). In
the second year, the municipality must have a NYS approved Government
Efficiency Plan that includes shared services, consolidations, etc. Municipalities
may cite existing shared services agreements. The plan must show a 1%
savings for each of 3 years.
2014 Activity:
Sales tax collections are weak (through January) – running 7.5% lower than this
time last year.
Overtime costs are approximately $200,000
Building Permit revenue: $45,000 has been collected of the $700,000 budgeted
Parking revenue: $460,000 has been collected of the $2.4 million budgeted
PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
Planning and Economic Development Committee Chair Murtagh reported that there
would be a meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm in Common Council
Chambers with the residents of the Cornell Heights neighborhood and the proposed
developer for the 7 Ridgewood Road project.
MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS:
14.1 Appointments to Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission – Resolution
By Alderperson McCollister: Seconded by Alderperson McGonigal
RESOLVED, That Nancy Brcak be appointed to the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation
Commission as an alternate member with a term to expire December 31, 2015, and be
it further
RESOLVED, That Mary Raddant Tomlan be appointed to the Ithaca Landmarks
Preservation Commission as an alternate member with a term to expire December 31,
2016.
Carried Unanimously
REPORTS OF COMMON COUNCIL LIAISONS:
Alderperson Clairborne reported on training that the Tompkins County Council of
Governments (TCCOG) would be hosting with the Community Dispute Resolution
Center on Facilitating Heated Meetings.
Alderperson Clairborne and City Attorney Lavine discussed the impact that the Time
Warner/Comcast merger may have upon the current Time Warner Cable Franchise
negotiations.
Alderperson Clairborne further stated that inter-municipal conversations should be
started about road travel/road preservation/dump sites for large developments that
cross jurisdictional lines and damage roads.
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Alderperson Murtagh reported that local authorities have charged an employee of TCAT
for embezzling $247,000. The TCAT Board is committed to doing everything they can
to prevent this type of event from happening again.
He further reported that Cornell University is choosing to end the free 1st year bus pass
for undergraduate and graduate students. He voiced his concern that this would
discourage bus usage amongst students and ridership levels are linked to State
funding. Common Council members were encouraged to write letters to the Student
Assembly to voice their concerns about this issue.
Alderperson Fleming reported that the Department of Public Works has made a
proposal to the Board of Public Works to purchase the house at 967 E. State / E. Martin
Luther King Jr. Street to use as a staging site for the Water Plant construction. As
proposed, the house would be demolished and vehicle access would be improved to the
new Plant. A public comment period will be held on April 7, 2014 at 6:00 pm in
Common Council Chambers. Alderperson McCollister noted that the neighborhood is
distraught over this proposed action and neighbors feel like they were promised that it
would not happen but the issue continues to resurface.
Alderperson McCollister noted that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission is
conducting a public hearing for a proposal to add five properties on Orchard Place to
the Collegetown Historic District.
She further reported that the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency has been conducting public
hearings for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME
funding.
Alderperson Brock reported that the Workforce Diversity Advisory Committee (WDAC)
encourages all city departments to create and use diversity measures. She stated that
the committee is sending out monthly affirmations to city staff and encouraging them to
include the affirmations in their e-mail tag lines or electronic signatures. She further
reported that the WDAC is working with staff on community outreach efforts to insure
that information released by the city is distributed in the broadest manner possible
providing equal access to everyone.
Alderperson Brock stated that the Disability Advisory Council has been meeting with
Department Heads to learn more about how the city’s programs and services support
people with disabilities.
REPORT OF CITY CLERK:
City Clerk Conley Holcomb reminded Council of the Orientation Training Sessions that
are being held on the first Thursday of each month, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm, in Common
Council Chambers, beginning April 3, 2014. In addition to Common Council, these
sessions are open to all members of the city’s boards and committees and city staff.
MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS:
18.1 Approval of the February 19, 2014 Regular Common Council Meeting
Minutes – Resolution
By Alderperson McCollister: Seconded by Alderperson Smith
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the February 19, 2014 Regular Common Council
Meeting be approved as published, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the March 5, 2014 Regular Common Council Meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY:
Motion to Enter into Executive Session to Discuss Pending Litigation
By Alderperson Smith: Seconded by Alderperson Kerslick
RESOLVED, That Common Council enter into Executive Session to discuss pending
litigation.
Carried Unanimously
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RECONVENE:
Common Council reconvened into Regular Session with no formal action taken.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
______________________________ _______________________________
Julie Conley Holcomb, CMC Svante L. Myrick
City Clerk Mayor