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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB Packet 2021-11-08Meeting of the Ithaca Town Board Monday, November 8, 2021 5:30 p.m. This meeting will be held virtually and broadcast via our YouTube Link and ZOOM for your convenience. If you are planning to address the Board, please join via ZOOM and consider shifting to YouTube for the remainder of the meeting. AGENDA 1) Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance 2) Persons to be Heard and Board Comments 3) Consider acceptance and authorization to execute the Amabel Sewage -Works Corporation Operation and Maintenance Escrow Agreement 4) Discuss and consider dedication of Potable Water Infrastructure associated with the Amabel Pocket Neighborhood Project 5) Consider setting public hearings regarding proposed changes to the Town of Ithaca Code by local laws: a) Installing no parking signs on Sand Bank Rd b) To allow a stipend for regular Conservation Board members 6) Consider approval of speed limit requests: a) Trumansburg Rd b) Sand Bank Rd 7) Consider approval budget amendment to the 2021 Sewer Rehabilitation project 8) Consider resolution regarding Maplewood water billing refund request 9) Consider Intermunicipal Shares Services Agreement — Public Works — 2021-2025 10) Consider amendment to the Town Highway Superintendent 2021 Agreement 11) Consider resolution in support of Operation Green Light 12) Consider award and authorization to sign a 5 -year contract for Annual Audit Services 13) Consider approval of relevy of certain Water/Sewer billing 14) Consider Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Town Board Minutes b. Approval of Town of Ithaca Abstract c. Approval of Bolton Point Abstract d. Approval of permanent appointment — Network Specialist e. Approval of Floating Holidays f. Approval of half day Records Management g. Authorize purchase of mini excavator and associated budget transfer h. Approval of Budget Transfers — Other i. Ratify appointment of Finance Manager — GTMHIC j. Approval of GTMHIC Employee Wages 2022 15) Continue discussion of the draft Short Term Rental legislation 16) Report of Town Committees/Intermunicipal Organizations 17) Review of Correspondence MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD November 8, 2021 TB Resolution 2021 - : Amabel Sewage -Works Corporation Operations and Maintenance Escrow Agreement Authorization Whereas, the Amabel Pocket Neighborhood (Amabel) project consists of 30 new single-family residential home lots which will utilize a private sewage pump station and associated sewer collection lines (System), and Whereas, pursuant to Article 10 of the New York State Transportation Corporations Law (TCL), the formation of a Sewage -Works Corporation is necessary, and Whereas, on July 9, 2018, TB 2018-095, the Town Board consented to the formation of the Amabel Sewage Works Corporation (Corporation) pursuant to TCL § 116, and Whereas, on December 30, 2020, TB 2020-172, the Town Board consented to the Amabel Sewage -works Corporation collection rate and entered into the Stock Escrow Agreement with the corporation pursuant to TCL § 119 and § 121, and Whereas, Pursuant to TCL § 119, the Corporation shall provide a reasonable guaranty that said corporation will continue to maintain and operate the system for a period of at least five years, in the form of a bond or other security acceptable to the local governing body in the amount of the estimated cost of the operation and maintenance of the sewage -works project, less the estimated revenues which are received from properties served, and to be utilized to defray such operation and maintenance costs, and Whereas, Pursuant to TCL § 118, a report authored by David Herrick, P.E., T.G. Miller P.C., that construction has been completed in accordance with the plans and specifications filed with and approved by the Tompkins County Department of Health has been received, and Whereas, the sanitary sewer infrastructure will be completed in a manner satisfactory to the Town Highway Superintendent and the Director of Engineering prior to the issuance of any certificates of occupancies for the new homes, now therefore be it Resolved, the Town Board approves and authorizes the Town Supervisor to execute the Escrow Agreement with the Susan Cosentini, (DBA New Earth Living), owner of 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of the Corporation, subject to approval by the Attorney for the Town. Moved: Seconded: Vote: Ayes — MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD November 8, 2021 TB Resolution 2021 -: Acceptance of dedication of Potable Water Infrastructure associated with the Amabel Pocket Neighborhood Proiect WHEREAS, the Town of Ithaca Planning Board has granted Preliminary/Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed Amabel Pocket Neighborhood located at 619 Five Mile Drive (NYS Route 13A) and a portion of 617 Five Mile Drive, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No.'s 31.-2-28 and 31.-2-6, Low Density Residential Zone. The proposal includes utilizing Five Mile Drive and Inlet Road as access for the development of 30 new single family residential home lots with individual driveways, installation of approximately 20 parking spaces, community open space, lighting, utilities, landscaping and stormwater facilities. New Earth Living LLC, Owner; Sue Cosentini, Applicant. Whereas, the Town Board accepted the concept and location of utilities associated with the Project by TB Resolution 2020-170; and Whereas, the potable water infrastructure has been completed in a manner satisfactory to the Town Highway Superintendent and the Director of Engineering: and Whereas, the Project proposed dedication to the Town of Ithaca the public potable water infrastructure as shown on the plan titled "New Earth Living, LLC, Amabel Pocket Neighborhood, Five Mile Drive, Water System As -Built", dated August 11, 2021, last revised October 27,2021; prepared by David Herrick, P.E., T.G. Miller P.C.; and Whereas, the Attorney for the Town has reviewed and approved the title, and easement associated with the dedication of the infrastructure to the Town; Said easement being described in Article V, Section 1 of the "Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions, and Easements, Amabel Homeowners Association, Inc., which is filed as instrument 2020-12757 with the Tompkins County Clerk, now therefore be it Resolved, that the Ithaca Town Board hereby accepts the dedication of the above-described public potable water infrastructure from New Earth Living, LLC. Moved: Seconded: Vote: ayes — October 28, 2020 Town of Ithaca Town Board 215 North Tioga St. Ithaca, NY Dear Town Board, This letter is to request the dedication of the potable water system at Amabel Pocket Neighborhood, 619 Five Mile Dr. Ithaca to the Town of Ithaca. The water infrastructure system is detailed, specified and installed according to the subdivision drawings approved by the Town of Ithaca Planning Board on March 6, 2018, Resolution No. 2018-005, and signed plat dated September 12th 2018 The easements associated with the water system were granted within the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions, and Easements-Amabel Homeowners Association, Inc., Section V and were filed on December 15th 2020 Instrument # 2020-12757 Respectfully, Susan Cosentini Managing member MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD November 8, 2021 TB Resolution 2021- : Set a Public Hearing Regarding a Local Law Amending Chapter 250 of the Town of Ithaca Code, Titled "Vehicles and Traffic," to Prohibit Parking Along Sand Bank Road Near the Intersection of NYS Rte. 13 Resolved, that the Ithaca Town Board will hold a public hearing at its meeting beginning at 5:30 p.m. on the November 8th for the purpose of considering a proposed Local Law Amending Chapter 250 of the Town of Ithaca Code, Titled "Vehicles and Traffic," to Prohibit Parking on the north side of Sand Bank Road from approximately 700' feet southeast from the intersection of Sand Bank Road and Townline Road for a distance of approximately 400' feet (full length of the curve on Sandbank Rd) and approximately 700' feet west from the intersection of Sand Bank Road and King Road W, on the north side of the road for a distance of approximately 1000' feet, at which time all persons interested in the proposed local law shall be heard. Moved: Seconded: Vote: Draft Local Law TOWN OF ITHACA LOCAL LAW NO. OF THE YEAR 2021 A Local Law Amending Chapter 250 of the Town of Ithaca Code, Titled "Vehicles and Traffic," to Prohibit Parking on the north side of Sand Bank Road from approximately 700' feet southeast from the intersection of Sand Bank Road and Townline Road for a distance of approximately 400' feet (full length of the curve on Sandbank Rd) and approximately 700' feet west from the intersection of Sand Bank Road and King Road W, on the north side of the road for a distance of approximately 1000' feet Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca as follows: Section 1. Pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of New York, and Section 1660 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law of the State of New York, Chapter 250 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the Town of Ithaca Code, Section 250-16, titled "Parking of vehicles", Subparagraph A, is hereby amended by adding new subdivisions (29) reading as follows: "(29) On either side of Sand Bank Road from approximately 700' feet southeast from the intersection of Sand Bank Road and Townline Road for a distance of approximately 400' feet (full length of the curve on Sandbank Rd) and approximately 700' feet west from the intersection of Sand Bank Road and King Road W for a distance of approximately 1000' feet" Section 2. In the event that any portion of this law is declared invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the validity of the remaining portions shall not be affected by such declaration of invalidity. Section 3. This local law shall take effect upon its filing with the New York Secretary of State. Draft 2021-10-07 MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD November 8, 2021 TB Resolution 2021- : Setting a public hearing regarding a local law to amend the Town of Ithaca Code, Chapter 23 Conservation Board, to permit payment of a stipend to regular members Resolved that the Town Board hereby sets a public hearing on a local law to amend the Town of Ithaca Code, Chapter 23 Conservation Board, to permit payment of a stipend to regular members, to be held at their meeting on December 13, 2021, which begins at 5:30 p.m., held virtually under Gov. Hochul's Executive Order suspending certain aspects of the Open Meeting Laws during the COVID 19 pandemic. All persons wishing to address the Town Board will be given the opportunity and comments can be emailed to the Town Clerk at ti wcI r.l:.(<r>,t()wn,idhaca.na .Lis Moved: Seconded: Vote: Town of Ithaca Proposed Changes to Conservation Board Code Provisions re: Stipends Town Board Meeting November 8, 2021 Amend Chapter 23, Conservation Board, Section 23-7, Compensation and expenses. To read: " The Town Board of the Town of Ithaca is authorized to compensate the Town of Ithaca Conservation Board members (but not associates) on the basis of a stipend per Conservation Board meeting attended by such members." Current Section 23-7 reads: "The members of the Board shall receive no compensation for their services as members thereof but may be reimbursed for reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in performance of their duties within the appropriations made therefor." Once the change in Town Code is adopted (presumably after our Dec. 13 meeting when we hold the public hearing) then we would adopt a Resolution making a budget amendment (since we hadn't included this amount in our 2022 budget) and authorizing payment of $40.00 per meeting attended (so the total is no more than $500.00 per year for attending 12 meetings, since the volunteer members don't then have to be considered employees) and the details of how payment is made. MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD Monday, November 8th, 2021 TB Resolution 2021- :Request for Speed Limit Reduction on State Route 96 (Trumansburg Road) from the Town of Ithaca / City of Ithaca Limits to the Town of Ithaca / Town of Ulysses Town Limits Whereas, the Ithaca Town Board received a petition from the community requesting a reduction of the speed limit for State Route 96, also known as Trumansburg Road, after a tragic accident, and reports of heavier traffic and risk of accidents near the Indian Creek Farm, and Whereas, the request was discussed at the Public Works Committee and recommended to the Town Board for action, now therefore be it Resolved, that the Ithaca Town Board requests that Tompkins County forward to NYS Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Division the Town's request to reduce the speed limit on New York State Route 96, from the Town of Ithaca / City of Ithaca municipal boundary to the Town of Ithaca / Town of Ulysses municipal boundary in its entirety from 55 mph to 45 mph. Moved: Seconded: Vote: MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD November 8, 2021 TB Resolution 2021 - : Request for Speed Limit Reduction on Sand Bank Road Whereas, the Ithaca Town Board has received a petition from the Town's Highway Superintendent and its Department of Public Works for a speed limit reduction on Sand Bank Road, and Whereas, the Public Works Committee discussed the request and was presented with vehicular crash information from the Ithaca Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC) for 2015- 2019, showing 35 motor vehicular accidents reported on Sand Bank Road and a statement from the Tompkins County Sheriff that many property damage/guardrail incidents have occurred that go unreported as well, and Whereas the request also noted that topography, road geometry, and limited sight distances were also factors, and Whereas the Public Works Committee recommended to the Town Board that the speed limit for the length of Sand Bank Rd in the Town of Ithaca be reduced from 55 mph to 40 mph, now therefore be it Resolved, that the Ithaca Town Board agrees with the recommendation and authorizes and requests that Tompkins County forward such request to the NYS Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Division as stated. Moved: Seconded: Vote: MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD November 08, 2021 TB Resolution 2021- : Budget Amendment for the 2021 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Proiect Whereas, the 2021 Ithaca Town Budget included $300,000 for the rehabilitation of Sanitary Sewers and Manholes; and Whereas, on May 25, 2021, the Ithaca Town Board authorized award of the 2021 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation project for a maximum amount of $275,675; and Whereas, the contractor has identified numerous defects within the sewer network, beyond the original contract amount. These unforeseen conditions will require the installation of approximately 23 additional 3 -foot long 8 -inch cured in place pipe (CIPP) spot repairs for an approximate total of $40,000 putting the project $15,675 over the $300,000 budget; and Whereas, the Town has expended a total of $176,892.18 of the 2021 budgeted amount to complete unfinished portions of the 2020 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project; and Whereas, there are certain revenues that will exceed their 2021 budget; now therefore be it Resolved, that the Town Board hereby amends the 2021 Ithaca Town Budget and authorizes and directs the Town Finance Officer to post a $192,567 budget amendment in the Sewer Fund to meet these expenditures, as follows: 0 Sewer Fund — Budget Amendment - Increase revenue budget: Increase expenditure budget: Moved: Seconded: Vote: G2121 Sewer Rents — CU G2123 Sewer Rents — VCH G8150.472 Sewer Rehabilitation 119,836 72,731 192,567 MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD Monday, November 8th, 2021 TB Resolution 2021 - : Authorization for Town Supervisor to sign the Intermunicipal Shared Services Agreement regarding borrowing/lending machinery, equipment, supplies and services between municipalities and the County Whereas, New York Highway Law Sections 142-d and New York General Municipal Law Article 5-G authorizes municipalities to contract with other municipalities to exchange, borrow, lend or maintain machinery and equipment, with or without operators and to borrow materials and supplies from and lend materials and supplies to other municipalities; and Whereas the current 5 -year Agreement expires on November 30th, 2021, and Whereas, pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act {"SEQRA") and its implementing regulations at 6 NYCRR Part 617,it has been determined by the Town Board that approval of this standard Agreement is a Type II action because it constitutes routine or continuing agency administration and management, not including new programs or major reordering of priorities that may affect the environment, " and thus approval of the standard Agreement is not subject to review under SEQRA, now therefore be it Resolved that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Supervisor to execute and sign the Shared Services Agreement on behalf of the Town, renewing the existing Agreement for the next five years, subject to approval by the Attorney for the Town. Moved: Seconded: Vote: MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD November 8, 2021 TB Resolution 2021 - : Approval of amended Highway Superintendent's Expenditure of Hij!hway Monies Agreement Resolved that the Town Board hereby approves the amendments to the 2021 Highway Superintendent's Expenditure of Highway Monies Agreement as stated in the agreement. Moved: Seconded: Vote: MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD Monday, November 8th, 2021 TB Resolution 2021 - : Support for Operation Green Light for Active Military Service Members in Transition to Civilian Life (Veteran Status) Whereas, the residents of the Town of Ithaca have great respect, admiration, and the utmost gratitude for all of the men and women who have selflessly served their country and this community in the Armed Forces; and Whereas, the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women that served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens; and Whereas, the Town seeks to honor these individuals who have paid the high price for freedom by placing themselves in harm's way for the good of all; and Whereas, New York States Veteran Population has decreased by 44% over the last 20 years; and Whereas, Veterans continue to serve their community in the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, church groups, civil service; and Whereas, approximately 200,000 service members transition to civilian communities annually; and Whereas, an estimated 20% increase of service members will transition to civilian life in the near future; and Whereas, studies indicate that 44% to 72% of service members experience high levels of stress during transition from military to civilian life; and Whereas, Active Military Service Members transitioning from military service are at a high risk for suicide during their first year after military service; and Whereas, the Town appreciates the sacrifices our United State Military Personnel made while defending freedom and believes specific recognition should be accorded them in appreciation of their service and to demonstrate the honor and support they have earned; now, therefore be it Resolved, with designation as a Green Light for Military Service Town, the Town of Ithaca hereby declares from November 6th through Veterans Day, November 1 Ith 2021, a time to salute and honor the service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform transitioning from Active Service; and be it further Resolved, that in observance of Operation Green Light, the Town encourages its citizens in patriotic tradition to recognize the importance of honoring all those who the immeasurable sacrifices helped to preserve freedom by displaying a green light in a window of their place of business or residence. Operation Greenlight Fact Points • Operation Greenlight is about showing support and gratitude for men and women in uniform, especially those who served in Iraq and Afghanistan over the last 20 years. • The ending of the war in Afghanistan has refocused Americans' attention on the immense sacrifice of America's service men and women. • The tragic scenes of those final days, coupled with the devastating terrorist attack that killed 13 U.S. troops, had an impact on each and every one of us. • As hard as those scenes were for civilians to watch, they were much harder for the troops who were there, for veterans who fought and lost friends, and for the families of veterans who never came home. • In a time when our country is divided on so many things, we can all agree that the men and women who risked, and often lost their lives fighting to protect our country and our way of life deserve our support and gratitude. • That's why we're proud to be participating in Operation Greenlight. • This is our simple way of saying thank you. Your service mattered, and we are grateful. • It's also an opportunity to say that if you're a vet and your struggling, there's no shame in reaching out for help. • There are resources available on Operation Greenlight's website at nysac.org/operationgreenlight [OR COUNTY WEBSITE], including information about peer-to-peer services that connect vets to other vets who know and understand the challenges come with returning home and re-entering civilian life. MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD Monday, November 8, 2021 TB Resolution 2021- : Consent Agenda Resolved, that the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hereby approves and/or adopts the following Consent Agenda items: a. Approval of Town Board Minutes b. Approval of Town of Ithaca Abstract c. Approval of Bolton Point Abstract d. Approval of permanent appointment — Network Specialist e. Approval of Floating Holidays f. Approval of half day Records Management g. Authorize purchase of mini excavator and associated budget transfer h. Approval of Budget Transfers — Other i. Ratify appointment of Finance Manager — GTMHIC j. Approval of GTMHIC Employee Wages 2022 TB Resolution 2021 - : Approval of Town Board Minutes Resolved that the draft minutes of October 18th are approved as submitted with any non - substantive changes made by the Town Board TB Resolution 2021- : Town of Ithaca Abstract No. 21 for FY -2021 Resolved that the governing Town Board has audited and hereby authorizes the payment of the following numbered vouchers in total for the amounts indicated: VOUCHER NOS. 1204-1280 General Fund Town Wide 204,951.49 General Fund Part -Town 3,462.37 Highway Fund Town Wide DA 4,202.73 Highway Fund Part Town DB 85,960.19 Water Fund 302,963.39 Sewer Fund 107,618.55 Risk Retention Fund 5,101.33 Fire Protection Fund 280,000.00 Forest Home Lighting District 213.99 Glenside Lighting District 77.95 Renwick Heights Lighting District 94.62 Eastwood Commons Lighting District 197.64 Clover Lane Lighting District 23.10 Winner's Circle Lighting District 74.97 Burleigh Drive Lighting District 78.51 West Haven Road Lighting District 240.73 Coddin ton Road Lighting District 143.85 Trust and Agency 3,787.50 TOTAL 999,194.3 8 TB Resolution 2021— : Approve Permanent Appointment of Network Specialist Whereas, John Little was provisionally appointed as the Network Specialist, effective July 27, 2020, pending the next civil service exam for the position; and Whereas, the Tompkins County Civil Service office has provided the certificate of eligible listing for the said title and John Little was a reachable candidate; now, therefore be it Resolved, the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby approve appointment of John Little to the position of Network Specialist with no change in current compensation or benefits, retro -active to November 1, 2021, with a twenty-six (26) week probationary period applies with no further action by the Town Board if there is successful completion of the probationary period as determined by the Human Resources Manager. TB Resolution 2021- : Acceptance of Floating Holidays for 2022. Whereas, there is an annual poll conducted of all Town Hall, Public Works Facility, SCLIWC and GTCMHIC employees to determine their preference for the next year's floating holiday for each location; now, therefore, be it Resolved, the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby accept the Floating Holiday for 2022 for Town Hall staff as Tuesday, December 27, 2022, as requested by a majority vote of the employees of Town Hall; and be it further Resolved, the Town Board does hereby accept the Floating Holiday for 2022 for Public Works Facility staff as Friday, July 1, 2022, as requested by a majority vote of the employees that work at the Public Works Facility; and be it further Resolved, the Town Board does hereby accept the Floating Holiday for 2022 for SCLIWC staff as Friday, July 1, 2022, as requested by a majority vote of the employees that work for SCLIWC; and be it further Resolved, the Town Board does hereby accept the Floating Holiday for 2022 for GTCMHIC staff as Tuesday, December 27, 2022, as requested by a majority vote of the employees that work for GTCMHIC. TB Resolution 2021 - : Closing Town Offices for Half -Day Records Management Training and Safety Training Resolved that Town Offices shall be closed on Wednesday, December 15th for Records Management training and compilation followed by a half-day Active Shooter Safety Training TB Resolution 2021- : Authorization to purchase a mini -excavator and associated budget transfer Whereas, the Town Board adopted a 2022 Ithaca Town Budget which included monies for the purchase of a mini -excavator; and Whereas, the Town Superintendent of Highways has learned of an anticipated 20% price increase for this equipment on January 1, 2022; and Whereas, the equipment is available for delivery in 2021; and Whereas, the net cost of the equipment, after trade-in allowance, is $39,421 under New York State contract; and Whereas, the necessary funds are available in the 2021 budget; now therefore be it Resolved, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Superintendent of Highways to purchase the mini -excavator with 2021 funds, and be it further Resolved, that the Finance Officer is authorized to make the following budget transfers for this purchase: Account Description From To A7110.271 Heavy Duty Truck 3,704 A7110.275 Excavating Equipment 200 3,704 A8540.271 Heavy Duty Truck 926 Al 430.428 College Course Reimbursement Prog A8540.275 Excavating Equipment Al 430.403 Labor Consultant 926 DB5110.453 Road Repairs 9,260 DB5130.275 Excavating Equipment 5,000 9,260 F8340.271 Heavy Duty Truck 2,778 F8340.275 Excavating Equipment 2,778 G8120.271 Heavy Duty Truck 1,852 G8120.275 Excavating Equipment 1,852 TB Resolution 2021 - : Approval of Budget Transfers, Amendments and Modifications for the Quarter Ending September 30, 2021. Whereas, the Town Finance Officer has reviewed all budgetary revenue and appropriation accounts for the quarter ending September 30, 2021, and Whereas, this review disclosed certain budgetary revenues and expenditures requiring transfers, amendments or modifications summarized below: General Town -wide Fund Budaet Transfers Account Description From To Al 220.415 Telephone 480 Al 220.416 Supervisor — Cell 480 Al 316.400 Contractual 200 Al 316.408 Postage 200 Al 430.428 College Course Reimbursement Prog 1,500 Al 430.403 Labor Consultant 1,500 Al 430.425 Apprenticeship Program 5,000 Al 430.400 Contractual 5,000 Al 990.499 Contingency Account 5,900 Al 620.445 Bus Pass Program 2,400 Al 620.449 Furniture & Furnishings 3,500 A7110.457 Park & Grounds Improvements 5,000 A7110.526 East Ithaca Rec-WayImprovements 5,000 Budaet Amendment: Account Description From To A872 Reserved — Parks & Open Space Plan 269,245 A9950.921 Gateway Trail Contribution 269,245 Moving funds to Gateway Trail Project per resolution #2021-026, now, therefore, be it Resolved, that this Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Finance Officer to record all budget transfers, amendments and modifications, including all other changes deemed appropriate and necessary. TB Resolution 2021- : Ratify Permanent Appointment of Finance Manager at GTCMHIC. Whereas, the Executive Committee of the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium (GTCMHIC), approved the permanent appointment of Teri Apalovich to the title of Finance Manager, from the eligible listing, effective, November 1, 2021; now, therefore be it Resolved, the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby ratify GTCMHIC's permanent appointment of Teri Apalovich to the position of Finance Manager with no change in current compensation or benefits, retro -active to November 1, 2021, with a twenty-six (26) week probationary period applies with no further action if there is successful completion of the probationary period as determined by the Executive Director. TB Resolution 2021- : Approval of Greater Tompkins Co Municipal Health Insurance Consortium Employee Wages for 2022 Whereas, the Town of Ithaca was established as the `Employer of Record" for the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium (Consortium); and Whereas, on November 3, 2021, the Executive Committee of the Consortium approved of the 2022 employee wages with a 3% cost of living increase; now, therefore, be it Resolved, the governing Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby ratify approval the Consortium's 2022 wages as detailed below. Title 2021 wages Executive Director $93,636 Finance Manager $70,000 Clerk of the Board $34.68/Hr 2022 wages Increase $96,445 3.0% $72,100 3.0% $35.72/Hr. 3.0% Benefits Specialist $28.00/Hr. $28.84/Hr. 3.0% MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD Monday, November 8, 2021 TB Resolution 2021 - : Authorization to award a 5 -Year Contract with EFPR Group, LLP to Conduct Yearly Audits of Town of Ithaca Whereas, on September 15, 2021 the Town advertised and released an RFQ for auditing services and received two qualified responses, and Whereas, the results of the RFQs, as well as interviews and references, showed that by both price and qualifications, the Town should retain EFPR Group LLP to conduct the financial audits for the Town for the fiscal years 2021-2025 at a cost as outlined in the RFQ, therefore be it Resolved, that the Ithaca Town Board authorizes the Town Supervisor to execute a contract with EFPR Group, LLP to provide auditing services for fiscal years 2021 through 2025 with an option to renew for an additional five years. Moved: Seconded: Vote: